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ADMINISTRATION
Ma~or
Gary L. Pelerson
Councihnembers
Robert A. l'Villiams
Bruce Ncnvroc[d
TaDllll81'£1 Sl'iCSOl?
Bruce Kelzenberg
City A/lanao~ er
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The following is the agenda for the regular meeting of the City Council to be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday,
March 28, 2005 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 590 40th Avenue N.E., Colmnbia Heights, MN.
The City of Columbia Heights does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or
employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with
disabilities to participate in all City of Columbia Heights' services, progrmns, and activities. AuxiliaE~ aids for disabled persons are
available upon request when the request is made at least 96 hours in advance. Please call the Deputy City Clerk at 763-706-3611,
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to make arrangements. ( DD/706-~692 for deaf or hearing impaired only)
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL/INVOCATION
Invocation by Pastor Paul Widen, Oak Hill Baptist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA
(The Council, upon lnajority vote of its members, may make additions and deletions to the agenda. These
may be items brought to the attention of the Council under the Citizen Forum or items submitted after the
agenda preparation deadline.)
PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND GUESTS - none
CONSENT AGENDA
(These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted as part of the Consent
Agenda by one motion. Items removed fi'om consent agenda approval will be taken up as the next order of
business.)
A)
MOTION: Move to approve the Consent Agenda items as follows:
1) Approve City Council Meeting Minutes for March 14, 2005 regular City Council meeting P3
MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the March 14, 2005, regular City Council meeting as
presented.
2) Accept Boards mad Commissions Meeting Minutes
MOTION: Move to accept the Traffic Commission meeting minutes of March 7, 2005
P12
3)
Establish Work Session meeting date for Monday, April 4, 2005, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in
Conference Room 1. P 15
MOTION: Move to establish a Work Session meeting date for Monday, April 4, 2005 begimfing at
7:00 p.m. in Conference Room 1. Upcoming Work Session Items:
4)
Approve 2005 Board mad Comlnission reappointments P16
MOTION: Move to re-appoint Tom Greenhalgh to the Park and Recreation Comlnission for a five
year terms; Mitch DeMars to the Police and Fire Civil Service Commission for a three year term;
Derails Stroik, Rueben Ruen, and David Mahoney to the Telecomlmmications Commission for two
year terms; and Kenneth Stumpfto the Traffic Commission for a four year term effective April 1,
2005.
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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March 28, 2005
Page 2 of 2
5) Approve Business License Applications P17
MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for March 28, 2005
as presented.
6)
Approve Payment of Bills P 19
MOTION: Move to approve payment of the bills out of the proper funds as listed in the attached
check register covering Check Number 112108 tl2'ough 112274 in the mnotmt of $786,377.47.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - none
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A) Other Ordinances and Resolutions
Second reading of Ordinance 1482 to prohibit certain exhibitions and conduct on any premises holding
any type of liquor license in the City of Columbia Heights P26
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Ordinance 1482, there being ample copies available to the
public.
MOTION: move to adopt Ordinance No. 1482, being an Ordinance anaending Ordinance 853 City Code
of 1977 to prohibit "certain exhibitions and conduct" on any premises holding any type of liquor license
in the City of Columbia Heights.
B) Bid Considerations -none
c)
Other Busin ess
Appointments to the Platming mad Zoning Con'unission and the Library Board to fill vacant terms.
MOTION: Move to appoint to the Planning and Zoning
Commission for the vacant term to expire April 2008.
P29
MOTION: Move to appoint
April 2008.
to the Library Board for the vacant term to expire
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A) Report of the City Manager
B) Report of the City Attorney
CITIZENS FORUM
(At this time, citizens have an opportmfity to discuss with the Cotmcil items not on the regular agenda.
Citizens are requested to limit their comments to five minutes.)
10. COUNCIL CORNER
11. ADJOURNMENT
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 14, 2005
THESE MINUTES H,AV
NOT BEEN APl
The following are the minutes for the regular meeting of the City Council held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday,
March 14, 2005 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 590 40th Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, MN.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL/INVOCATION
Mayor Peterson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present: Mayor Peterson, Councilmember Williams, Councilmember Ericson, and Councilmember
Kelzenberg.
Excused: Councilmember Nawrocki, as he is representing the City of Columbia Heights at the National
League of Cities Conference
Pastor Theresa Taylor, Oak Hill Baptist Church, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - recited
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA - none
Peterson indicated that Councilmember Williams is present this evening after undergoing hip surgery
only eleven days ago, and he was also at the work session only five days after surgery.
PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND GUESTS
Introduction of New Employees
Acting Fire Chief Gary Gorman, described the hiring process for the new firefighter. He introduced
Tom Mattson, indicating that Tom was a paid-on-call firefighter for the past six years. Tom Mattson
stated that he is thrilled and excited to receive this opportunity and thanked the City Council.
Peterson answered a question from the audience, stating that our Fire Department now also covers the
City of Hilltop for fire and rescue services. Gorman stated that we have had this contract for a year
now. This is a win-win situation.
CONSENT AGENDA
City Manager Walt Fehst took Councilmembers through the Consent Agenda.
1) Approve City Council Meeting Minutes for February 28, 2005 regular City Council meeting
Motion to approve the minutes of the February 28, 2005, regular City Council meeting as
presented.
2)
Accept Boards and Commissions Meeting Minutes
a) Motion to accept the EDA minutes of January 25, 2005
b) Motion to accept the Planning and Zoning Commission minutes of March 1, 2005
3)
Establish Commission Interview Session beginning at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 22, 2005, in
Conference Room 1.
Fehst indicated there are no items at this time that require a work session. The evening will be
limited to Board and Commission interviews.
Motion to establish a cormnission interview session beginning at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March
22, 2005, in Conference Room 1.
City Council Minutes
March 14, 2005
Page 2 of 9
4) Approve the purchase of a reverse calling system from City Watch of AVTEX Incorporated
Removed for discussion.
5)
Approve request to allow use of Police Department name and logo for a training video
Fehst stated that Mr. Kwong, Dragon House owner, has requested to film a Columbia Heights
Police Squad for a training video.
Motion to allow Mr. Peter Kwong to film for a training video for law enforcement a Columbia
Heights Police squad car while it is moving with lights and siren on and while displaying the
Columbia Heights name and logo.
6)
First reading of Ordinance 1482, being an ordinance amending Ordinance 853 Ci_ty Code of
1977, to prohibit "certain exhibitions and conduct" on any premises holding any type of liquor
license in the City of Columbia Heights
Williams stated that the City of Fridley has this same ordinance. The premise is that these events
will not be allowed at facilities with a liquor license. Fehst indicated this would include events
such as kickboxing.
Motion to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1482 there being ample copies available to the
public.
Motion to schedule the second reading of Ordinance No. 1482 being an ordinance amending
Ordinance 853 City Code of 1977, to prohibit "certain exhibitions and conduct" on any premises
holding any type of liquor license in the City of Columbia Heights for Monday, March 28, 2005
at approximately 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
7)
Authorization to seek bids - 2005 Miscellaneous Concrete Replacement and Installation Project
Fehst indicated the projection this year is between $20,000 and $40,000 to replace damaged
concrete.
Motion to authorize staff to seek bids for the 2005 Miscellaneous Concrete Replacement and
Installation Project.
8)
Adopt Resolution 2005-13 to award crack sealing and Adopt Resolution 2005-14 to award street
striping
Fehst stated this request is part of the joint powers agreement for crack sealing and street
striping.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2005-13, there being ample copies available to
the public.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2005-13 being a Resolution awarding the Joint Powers
Agreement contract with the City of Coon Rapids for the 2005 Crack Sealing project to Allied
Blacktop of Maple Grove, Minnesota, based upon their low, qualified, responsible bid in the
amount of $0.65 per lineal foot with an estimated cost of $15,967.90 to be appropriated from
Fund 212-43190-5130.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2005-14, their being ample copies available to
the public.
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Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2005-14, being a Resolution awarding the Joint Powers
Agreement contract with the City of Coon Rapids for the 2005 Street Striping Project to United
Rental Highway Technologies of Rogers, Minnesota, based upon their low, qualified,
responsible bid in the amount of $17.17 per gallon, with an estimated cost of $3,148.24 with
$2,767.39 to be appropriated from Fund 212-43190-4000 and $380.85 to be appropriated from
Fund 101-43170-4000.
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-14
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 2005-2006 STREET MAINTENANCE,
STREET STRIPING TO UNITED RENTAL HIGHWAY TECHNOLOGIES
WHEREAS, the City Council of Columbia Heights entered into a joint powers agreement with the City of Coon
Rapids to administer the public bidding process including entering into a contract with the low, qualified,
responsible bidder, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for 2005-2006 Street Maintenance, including Columbia Heights
Street Striping Project, bids were received, opened and tabulated according to law. The following bids were
received complying with the advertisement:
Bidder
United Rentals Highway Technologies, Inc.
Traffic Marking Services
AAA Striping Service Company
Base Bid
$57,333.00
$61,074.00
$65,664.00
WHEREAS, it appears that United Rentals Highway Technologies, Inc., 14280 James Road, Rogers, MN is the
lowest responsible bidder.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA:
1. The City of Coon Rapids is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with United Rentals Highway
Technologies, Inc. on behalf of the City of Columbia Heights for 2005-2006 Street Maintenance Materials,
according to the specifications for said project and accepting Traffic Markings Base Bid.
2. The City Manager of Columbia Heights is authorized to expend funds in accordance with the terms of the Joint
Powers Agreement and the Bid Documents.
3. City Street Striping Project shall be funded with 85% State Aid maintenance funds and 15% general funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-13
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 2005-2006 STREET MAINTENANCE,
AND CRACK SEALING TO ALLIED BLACKTOP COMPANY
WHEREAS, the City Council of Columbia Heights entered into a joint powers agreement with the City of Coon
Rapids to administer the public bidding process including entering into a contract with the low, qualified,
responsible bidder, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for 2005-2006 Street Maintenance, including Columbia Heights
Crack Sealing Project, bids were received, opened and tabulated according to law. The following bids were
received complying with the advertisement:
Bidder
Allied Blacktop Company
Astech Asphalt Surface Technologies
Base Bid
$15,967.90
$17,933.18
WHEREAS, it appears that Allied Blacktop, 10503 89th Ave. No., Maple Grove, MN is the lowest responsible
bidder.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA:
1. The City of Coon Rapids is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Allied Blacktop Company on behalf
of the City of Columbia Heights for 2005-2006 Street Maintenance Materials, according to the specifications for
said project and accepting Crack Filling Base Bid.
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March 14, 2005
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2. The City Manager of Columbia Heights is authorized to expend funds in accordance with the terms of the Joint
Powers Agreement and the Bid Documents.
3. City Crack Sealing Project shall be funded with 100% State Aid maintenance funds.
9)
Adopt Resolution 2005-09, being a Resolution authorizing application(s) to the MNDNR for an
outdoor recreation grant for Huset Park Improvements.
Fehst stated that the Huset Park plan has not been formally adopted, but we apply for these
grants every year. We have not been successful in the past. The maximum amount available is
$250,000 and would require a 50/50 match. Fehst felt that even with a scaled down version of
the plan we would still be able to use any grant funds received. Staff will also seek Livable
Communities Grant monies for this park. The first phase improvement estimate is $1.5 million.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No.2005-09, there being ample copies available to
the public.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2005-09 being a Resolution authorizing the Public Works
Director to submit an application to the Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Recreation
Grant Program for grant eligible work for Huset Park improvements, Phase One, and designating
the Director of Public Works as the primary contact for the program.
RESOLUTION No. 2005-09
BEING A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING AN APPLICATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL
RESOURCES OUTDOOR RECREATION GRANT PROGRAM FOR ELIGIBLE FUNDS FOR HUSET PARK
IMPROVEMENTS AND DESIGNATING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS AS THE CITY'S PRIMARY
CONTACT WITH THE DNR
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights desires to work towards improving its Neighborhood Parks by facility
replacements and new amenities; and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights is in the process of completing and adopting a Parks Comprehensive
Plan as a part of the City's overall Comprehensive Plan; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
that: the City Council supports the application of the Outdoor Recreation Grants for parks improvements as
recommended by the City Park and Recreations Commission and that the Director of Public Works is hereby
authorized to apply to the Department of Natural Resources for funding of identified projects on behalf of the City.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights has the institutional, managerial, and f'mancial
capability to ensure adequate construction, operation, maintenance and replacement of the proposed projects for
their design life.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights has not incurred any costs for the proposed
projects and owns the land for which the proposed projects will take place on.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Columbia Heights has not willfully violated any Federal, State, or Local laws
pertaining to fraud, bribery, graft, kickbacks, collusion, conflict of interest or other unlawful or corrupt practice.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon approval of its application by the state, Columbia Heights may enter into
an agreement with the State of Minnesota for the identified projects and that Columbia Heights certifies that it will
comply with all applicable laws and regulations as stated in the grant agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Director of Public Works is hereby authorized to execute such
agreements as are necessary to implement those projects receiving DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant Funding on
behalf of the City.
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March 14, 2005
Page 5 of 9
10) Adopt Resolution 2005-10, being a Resolution declaring the intent to bond for Zone 7B Street
Rehabilitation Proiect, City Project 2005-02.
Fehst stated that despite consideration to postpone Zone 7B street repairs, the State Auditor
indicates that if a resolution has been passed you can still bond for the improvements. This is a
protection device.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2005-10, there being ample copies available to
the public.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2005-10, approving the declaration for the official intent of the
City of Columbia Heights to Bond for Zone 7B Street Rehabilitation Project, City Project 2005-
02.
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-10
DECLARING THE OFFICIAL INTENT OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS TO REIMBURSE
CERTAIN EXPENDITURES FROM THE PROCEEDS OF BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY
WHEREAS, Internal Revenue Service has issued Tres. Reg. 1.140-2 providing that proceeds of tax exempt bond
used to reimburse prior expenditures will be not be deemed spent unless certain requirements are met; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights (the "City") expects to incur certain expenditures which may be
financed temporarily from sources other than bonds, and reimbursed from the proceeds ora bond;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1. The City reasonably intends to make expenditures for Project #0502 consisting of Zone 7B Street
Rehabilitation and reasonably intends to reimburse itself for such expenditures from the proceeds of debt to be
issued by the City in one or more series in the maximum principal amount of $1,500,000.
2. This resolution is intended to constitute a declaration of official intent for purposes of Tres. Reg. 1.150-2 and
any successor law, regulating or ruling.
11)
Adopt Resolution 2005-11, being a Resolution declaring the intent to bond for Huset Parkway -
Ci_ty Project 2004-04.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2005-11, there being ample copies available to
the public.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2005-11, approving the declaration for the official intent of the
City of Columbia Heights to Bond for the Huset Parkway, City Project 2004-04.
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-11
DECLARING THE OFFICIAL INTENT OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS TO REIMBURSE CERTAIN
EXPENDITURESFROM THE PROCEEDS OF BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY
WHEREAS, Internal Revenue Service has issued Tres. Reg. 1.140-2 providing that proceeds of tax exempt bond
used to reimburse prior expenditures will be not be deemed spent unless certain requirements are met; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights (the "City") expects to incur certain expenditures which may be f'manced
temporarily from sources other than bonds, and reimbursed from the proceeds of a bond;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1. The City reasonably intends to make expenditures for Project #0404 consisting of Huset Parkway and
reasonably intends to reimburse itself for such expenditures from the proceeds of debt to be issued by the City
in one or more series in the maximum principal amount of $1,400,000.
2. This resolution is intended to constitute a declaration of official intent for purposes of Tres. Reg. 1.150-2 and
any successor law, regulating or ruling.
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March 14, 2005
Page 6 of 9
12) Authorize the Capital Equipment Replacement of Unit #20, 1984 Ford F700 Aerial Lift Truck
Fehst stated that the aerial truck was discussed in last year's and this year's budget, for chassis
replacement. The condition is so poor that tree trimming is now being done from a dump truck.
Rental would be approximately $3,000 per month. Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director, stated
there are only a couple such units available for rent in the metro area. Fehst stated that
replacement of the chassis would be $45,000.
Hansen stated there was consideration to use the current lift on a different used chassis.
Excluding purchase, to remount the chassis would be about $12,000. If a unit was leased, it
would be required in the summer and the winter for necessary operations. A new unit would be
approximately $92,000. Hansen stated that Steve Synowczynski, Shop Supervisor, has found a
demonstration vehicle for sale. There is an established budget of $45,000. The demo vehicle
meets our specifications, has 31,000 miles, and comes with a warranty. The current unit would
be traded or sold at auction for approximately $5,000 to $7,500.
Steve Synowczynski, Shop Foreman, indicated the in-house and outside repair record of the
current vehicle. Continued use of this vehicle would require a new engine and chassis
replacement. He stated this unit is three years past its 15 year life span.
Williams indicated his appreciation to the Shop Forman for his strong service maintenance of our
equipment.
Motion to authorize the replacement of Unit #20, with one used 1998 Ford F-800 chassis
equipped with 8.3L diesel engine, and 59 foot aerial lift from Steffen Truck& Equipment, Sioux
City, Iowa in a maximum mnount of $45,700, plus sales tax. Funding shall be from the Tree Care
and Maintenance Capital Equipment Replacement Fund.
13) Adopt Resolution No. 2005-16, being a resolution supporting the Outdoor Recreation Grant
Application of Anoka County for Kordiak County Park.
Fehst stated that the County has requested a resolution of support for improvements at Kordiak
Park.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2005-16, there being ample copies available to
the public.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2005-16, being a Resolution supporting the Outdoor Recreation
Grant Application of Anoka County for Kordiak County Park, Anoka County, Minnesota.
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-16
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE OUTDOOR RECREATION GRANT APPLICATION OF ANOKA
COUNTY FOR KORDIAK COUNTY PARK, ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
WHEREAS, Anoka County is applying for an Outdoor Recreation Grant from the Minnesota Department of
Natural Resources for Improvements to Kordiak County Park; and
WHEREAS, Anoka County is committed to improving the quality of recreation facilities and enhancing
natural resources within the county; and
WHEREAS, Kordiak County Park, located within the City of Columbia Heights is in need of physical
improvements; and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights recognizes the recreational benefits of these improvements; and
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WHEREAS, protecting natural resources and providing open space is of high priority to the area residents and
the City of Columbia Heights,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City of Columbia Heights that the Minnesota Department of
Natural Resources accepts and approves this application to fund improvements at Kordiak County Park.
14)
Approve Business License Applications
Motion to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for March 14, 2005 as
presented.
15)
Approve Payment of Bills
Motion to approve payment of the bills out of the proper funds as listed in the attached check
register covering Check Number 111941 through 112107 in the amount of $808,567.63.
Motion by Williams, second by Kelzenberg, to approve the Consent Agenda items except for item #4 as
follows: Upon vote: Ayes - Peterson, Williams, Ericson, Kelzenberg. Absent - Nawrocki. Motion
carried.
#4 Reverse calling system
Police Chief Tom Johnson indicated a Homeland Security Grant of $186,000, requiring no matching
dollars, was received. $36,000 would fund a reverse calling system and the remainder to radios for the
CERT (Citizen Emergency Response Team) for three area cities. A staff committee reviewed the
options of Quest Reverse Calling System, Reverse 911 Calling system and City Watch. The Quest
system is a rental system and the most expensive. The 911 System is only a four-port system and has a
large annual fee, annual maintenance cost and upgrade charges. The City Watch system is a local
company from Bloomington with systems being operated in the City of Fridley and Ramsey County.
The eight-port system is $24,290, with no annual fee. The annual maintenance fee would be ten percent
of the system and will include upgrades to the system.
Johnson stated that the City Watch system does outbound and inbound messaging, GIS street mapping,
and can place about 600 calls in one hour, with the eight-port system. The calling system can be used to
inform specific areas of lost children, business alerts, to mobilize personnel, health checks, road
closings, water main breaks, local crime information, meeting notification, and conduct surveys. The
system will call escalate; meaning each location can have multiple call numbers. Databases will be
established for Police Officers, Firefighters, CERT personnel, and Crime Watch Captains.
Fehst asked when residents would be notified of a rash of chines. Johnson stated notification would
error on the side of caution and safety. If residents do not want to be called, they can request to be
removed from the database, and residents can notify us if they want to be added to the database.
Williams reiterate this would be purchased with grant funds. Johnson stated that the Homeland Security
Grant is fi:om the Federal govermuent and cost us nothing.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to approve the purchase of a reverse calling system from
City Watch of AVTEX Incorporated in the mnount of $24,290 plus tax and annual maintenance fee, and
to allow the City Manager and Police Chief to enter into a contract for the same. Upon vote: Ayes -
Peterson, Williams, Ericson, Kelzenberg. Absent- Nawrocki. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 600 51st Ave
Mayor Peterson closed the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental
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License Held by Anthony Chester regarding rental property at 600 51 st Avenue in that the Property
complies with the Residential Maintenance Code.
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION - none
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Report of the City Manager
Fehst recommended Wednesday, March 30 at 5:30 p.m. for City Councilmembers to tour the
Minneapolis Membrane Water Filtration Plant. He suggested inviting the Planning Commission
members. Hansen stated that the contractor would require everyone to sign a security waiver.
Fehst stated that the City of Minneapolis is replacing the master meter inside the gate off of Stinson
Boulevard, which may take up to six weeks.
Fehst indicated that the new SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system, which
controls our pumps and lift stations, is now in full operation. The false notices have been eliminated
and staff is delighted with the system.
Fehst stated that April 3rd at the High School would be the Fire Explorer's pancake breakfast and the
Rising to New Heights Housing Fair. Also to be held on April 3rd is the Taste of Heights Diversity
Fair at Murzyn Hall from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., with eight different restaurants and wine tasting. Larry
Scott, Liquor Manager, is arranging this event.
Report of the City Attorney - none
CITIZENS FORUM - none
COUNCIL CORNER
Kelzenberg
· Congratulated his son's ball team.
· Congratulated the Police Chief on receiving the Homeland Security grant. The City has recently
received between $3 to $4 million in grants.
· Reminded residents there is no parking on the street from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Williams
· Addressed the issue of poor water brought forth at the last meeting. The City spends a lot of money
on water lines, and will continue working on these problems.
· Referred to sump pump inspections taking place throughout the City, and read the statistics from the
green sheet. Reassured citizens that our water system is very important to them. Fehst stated that we
have applied to the League of MN Cities and have about six items to answer to obtain insurance
against sewer baclcups.
· Referred to a letter requesting a stop sign. This will be forwarded to the Traffic Commission.
Johnson stated he sent a copy to Engineer Kathy Young and the Police Department would do the
background work on the request.
· Referred to a letter regarding the neighborhood revitalization program in St. Louis Park. Requested
that Fehst follow up on this.
· The Sister Cities spaghetti dinner fundraiser went very well.
· Wished everyone a nice Easter.
· Read a card sent to him in the hospital from Don and Joann Student.
· It is important to learn to love our neighbors as we love ourselves. We should reach out to our
fellow neighbors.
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Ericson
March is MN Food Share month.
Attended the Empty Bowls event for our local food shelf. Read the statistics of food provided
through this facility. During March, look for creative ways to support our food shelf.
On April 3rd our Firefighter Explores will host a pancake breakfast, along with the Rising to New
Heights Housing Fair at the Columbia Heights High School. The Taste of Heights, featuring eight
restaurants, will be at Murzyn Hall the same day.
· Support our Police and Fire Departments at their appreciation event on April 1 st.
· Congratulated the 7th grade Boys Basketball team for winning the State championship. They were
undefeated. Thanked the coaches.
The Tri-City Girls Hockey players also won their state tournament. Peterson stated thatpride in
Cohtmbia Heights is coming back.
Peterson
· The Sister Cities Committee raised about $3,500 this year and now have well over the amount
needed to purchase a container of wheelchairs that will be donated to Lomianki Poland. Our
community should be proud of our Sister Cities group.
At the last meeting, a gentleman expressed displeasure in the audio of the televised City Council
meeting at his home. Has watched the meeting several times, everyone spoke clearly and into the
microphones. The criticism was unfounded. Indicated that Councilmember Nawrocki leans back in
his chair because for health reasons.
· We are still aware and proud of our troops - they are doing a great job for us. Thank them.
· Do not take ourselves too seriously, be kind to one another, and do a random act of kindness.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Peterson adjourned the meeting at 7:58 p.m.
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk/Council Secretary
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS TRAFFIC COMMISSION
MARCH 7, 2005
Chairperson Carlson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
I. ROLL CALL
Members Present: Carlson, Goodman, Stumpf, Sturdevant
Member Absent: Richard Anderson
Staff Present: Kathy Young, Assistant City Engineer
Tom Johnson, Police Chief
Council Liaison: Bruce Kelzenberg
II. APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 6, 2004 MINUTES
Motion by Goodman, second by Sturdevant, to approve the minutes of December
6, 2004. Motion carried unanimously.
III. OLD BUSINESS
None.
IV. OTHER OLD BUSINESS
None.
V. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR "NO TRUCK PARKING" SIGN
Mr. and Mrs. Jonak of 3929 Johnson Street have requested a "no truck
parking" sign be installed on Johnson Street at the driveway. The
neighbor owns a truck and parks it on the street. The concern is the
blocked visibility for the Jonaks when backing out of the driveway caused
by a combination of the truck, the curve and the hill.
Johnson Street is a municipal state aid street and a primary truck route for
the City. Staff has suggested to Mr. Jonak that he could request "no
parking" be extended to the south or that he could call the Police
Department about the truck parking on the street for more than 6 hours at
Official Proceedings
Columbia Heights Traffic Commission
March 7, 2005
Page 2
VI.
VII.
a time. Mr. Jonak has chosen neither of these options. Commission
members did not see any reason or need for signage at this address.
It was felt a driver could safely back into the parking lane and proceed
north on Johnson Street.
Motion by Sturdevant, second by Goodman, to deny the request for "no
truck parking sign" on Johnson Street as there are other alternatives
available. Motion carried unanimously.
B. VALUES FIRST GRANT
Values First has received a grant to try to reduce traffic fatalities in
Columbia Heights, Hilltop and Fridley. Part of the grant is to review fatal
accidents. The Traffic Commission was asked to think about ways to
involve the community in identifying what could be done to prevent
fatalities in the future. Commission members suggested it would be a
good idea to put an article in the Focus to remind the public to cross at
intersections and save their lives. The Police Department Cable TV Show
would also be a good place to discuss ways to avoid fatalities and
encourage the use of protected crosswalks.
Police Chief Johnson presented information about the pedestrian fatality
that occurred in December 2004 on Central Avenue, mid-block between
37th Avenue and 39th Avenue. Unfortunately, the pedestrian crossed in
the middle of the street and did not go to the corner light and was killed.
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
None.
REPORTS
A. CITY ENGINEER
Staff updated the Commission on the proposed street changes in the
industrial areas between 37th Avenue and Lookout Place from University
Avenue Service Road to 5th Street and between 38th Avenue and 39th
Avenue from 5th Street to Jefferson Street. Housing units are being built.
Official Proceedings
Columbia Heights Traffic Commission
March 7, 2005
Page 3
Bo
POLICE CHIEF
None.
COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Carlson asked if there was an update on the 37th and
Johnson Street request to modify the street striping in front of 1605 37th
Avenue. Staff indicated there was no further update and will check with
the City Engineer.
VIII.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Smmpf, second by Goodman to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
Motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
oa~~eBa~e' r~~
Traffic Commission Secretary
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS - CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: March 28, 2005
AGENDA SECTION: Consent ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER'S
NO: 5-A-3 CITY MANAGER'S APPROVAL
ITEM: Work Session Meeting Date for BY: Walt Fehst B
Monday, April 4, 2005
NO: DATE: March 9, 2005 DATE:
It is recommended to establish a work session meeting begirming at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, April
4, 2005 in Conference Room 1.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
MOTION: Move to establish Work Session meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, April 4,
2005, in Conference Room 1.
COUNCIL ACTION:
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS - CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: March 28, 2005
AGENDA SECTION:' Consent ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER'S
NO: 5-A-4 CITY MANAGER' S APPROVA~
ITEM: Board/Cmmrfission BY: Walt Fehst BY:
Appointments DATE: March 22, 2005 DATE:
NO:
The following Board and Commission members have expressed an interest to be re-appointed to their
cu~Tent positions:
Board or Commission
Park and Recreation
Police & Fire Civil Service
Telecolmmmications
Traffic
Nalne
Tom Gree~algh (five year term)
Mitch DeMars (three year term)
Delmis Stroik (two year term)
Rueben Ruen (two year term)
David Mahoney (two year term)
Kenneth Smmpf (four year terlr0
MOTION: Move to re-appoint Tom Greenhalgh to the Park and Recreation Commission for a five year
terms; Mitch DeMars to the Police and Fire Civil Smwice Commission for a three year term; Derails Stroik,
Rueben Ruen, and David Mahoney to the Telecomlmmications Cormrdssion for two year terms; and
Kenneth Stumpfto the Traffic Commission for a four year term effective April 1, 2005.
COUNCIL ACTION:
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: March 28, 2005
AGENDA SECTION:^ --' ORIGINATING DEPT.: CITY MANAGER
NO:.~'z" /_~ _ ~ License Department APPROVAL
ITEM: License Agenda BY: Shelley Hanson ..---~c'X- DATE:
NO: DATE: March 28, 2005 BY:
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
Attached is the business licen§e .agenda for the March 28, 2005 ~ity Council meeting. This agenda
consists of applications for Contractor licenses for 2005.
At the top of the license agenda you will notice a phrase stating *Signed Waiver Form Accompanied
Application. This means that the data privacy form has been submitted as required. If not submitted,
certain information cannot be released to the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for March 28, 2005 as presented.
COUNCIL ACTION:
TO CITY COUNCIL March 28, 2005
*Signed Waiver Form Accompanied Application
2005 BUSINESS LICENSE AGENDA
BLDG
CONTRACTORS LICENSES
*Brin Northwestern
*Dependable Indoor Air
Air Lake Plmnbing
*Zimco Specialties
*JMJ Plumbing
*Install this Awning & Sign
2300'2r~d St No, Mpls
2619 Coon Rapids Blvd, CR
22905 Plateau Dr, Lakeville
3207 Hayes St, Mpls
8901 Jefferson St, Blaine
5345 4th St No, Brk Center
$60.00
$60.00
$60.00
$60.0O
$60.00
$60.00
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
COUNCIL MEETING OF:
STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF ANOKA
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
Motion to approve payment of bills out of the proper funds, as listed in the attached
check register covering Check Number t [ ~k l~O ~ through ~ i ~-~ r~ C~
in the amount of$ ~/~(o ) ~'3'?, ~{ 7.
These checks have been examined and found to be legal charges against the CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, and are hereby, recommended for payment.
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM
03/24/2005 09 Check History
03/28/2005 COUNCIL LISTING
BANK VENDOR CHECK NUMBER
BANK CHECKING ACCOLTNT
ACE ICE COMPANY
AGGREGATE & READY MIX OF
AMERICAN BOTTLING COMPAN
AMERIPRIDE
COCA-COLA BOTTLING MIDWE
DEEP ROCK WATER COMPANY
DIETZ/VAL
DOMINO'S PIZZA
DUGDALE/MARY
ERICKSON/VIRGINiA
ESCHELON
FINDELL/DON
FLECK/LYNETTE
GENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO
GHEVAU/BETTY
GOPIE/DESIREE
GORMAN/GARy
HCMC TP~AUMA SERVICES
JOHNSON/THOMAS M
KREMER & DAVIS, INC
KUETHER DIST. CO.
LARSON/ROY
LORMAN EDUCATION SERVICE
MARK VII DIST.
MOTION TELECOM
NEEDHAM DISTRIBUTING CO
OFFICE DEPOT
PARK PRINTING
PETTY CASH - CHERAY OLSO
PETTY CASH - KAREN MOELL
PETTY CASH - LINDA MAGEE
PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS
PLUNKETT'S, INC
QUALITY WINE & SPIRITS
QWEST COMMUNICATIONS
STEEL TECH INC
STURDEVANT~JOE A
SYNOWCZSKI/STEVE
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
VERIZON WIRELESS
VFW
WINUSCHITL/KEITH
XCEL ENERGY (N S P)
WELLS FARGO - PAYROLL AC
ACE ICE COMPANY
AMERICAN BOTTLING COMPAN
ATLAS AUTO BODY, INC
112108
112109
112110
112111
112112
112113
112114
112115
112116
112117
112118
112119
112120
112121
112122
112123
112124
112125
112126
112127
112128
112129
112130
112131
112132
112133
112134
112135
112136
112137
112138
112139
112140
112141
112142
112143
112144
112145
112146
112147
112148
112149
112150
112151
112152
112153
112154
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
GL540R-V06.60 PAGE 1
AMOUNT
233.80
100 00
142 53
55 65
804 90
50 16
354 33
105 00
23 13
38 00
151 51
375.00
12.00
41.17
169.90
184.34
120.00
80.00
97.33
1,500.00
20,017.85
324.00
329.00
7,253.31
29.78
645.00
16 19
279 71
30 00
186 15
400 00
7,725 88
89 67
8,802 04
951.14
1,500.00
336.95
33.59
135.00
70.01
89.50
42.47
59.96
250,046.46
63.96
75.04
590.14
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM CITY OF COLIIMBIA HEIGHTS
03/24/2005 09 Check History GL540R-V06.60 PAGE 2
03/28/2005 COIINCIL LISTING
BANK VENDOR
CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
BANK CHECKING ACCOI/NT
BELLBOY CORPOR3ITION
BLOWERS/CAROLE
CHISAGO LAKES DISTRIBUTI
DANKA OFFICE IMAGING
FARNER-BOCKEN
FURLONG/GEORGE
GRAPE BEGINNINGS INC
GREENHALGH/TOM
GRIGGS-COOPER & CO
HARPER/CINDY
HEINRICH ENVELOPE CORP
HINRICH/S
JOHNSON BROS. LIQUOR CO.
KEEP INC/THE
KLINE/JEFF
LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITI
LEISDON/SANDRA
MARCO, INC
M_ARK VII DIST.
bin FIRE SERVICE CERTIFIC
~N/SCIA
NORTH HENNEPIN COMMUNITY
ONVOY
QWEST COMMUNICATIONS
SIBELL/SCOTT
SORENSEN/DALE
TOTH/SHELLY
U.S. BANK
XCEL ENERGY (N S P)
ACE HARDWARE
AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASS
ANCOM COMMUNICATIONS INC
ANDERSON'S NEW CARPET DE
ANOKA COUNTY PROPERTY RE
ANOKA CTY - CENTRAL COMM
APPLESEED RECREATION
ASPEN MILLS, INC.
BARNA GUZY & STEFFEN LTD
BFI/WOODLAKE SANITARY SE
BONESTRO0 ROSENE ANDERLI
BOYER TRUCK PARTS
BOYER TRUCKS
CENTER POINT ENERGY
CLARK PRODUCTS INC
COLUMBIA PARK CLINIC
COMMERCIAL STEAM TEAM
CONWORTH, INC
112155 2,556
112156 34
112157 1,171
112158 130
112159 3,576
112160 500
112161 401
112162 147
112163 18,432
112164 24
112165 775
112166 207
112167 6,941
112168 42
112169 98
112170 140
112171 274
112172 6,678
112173 22,488
112174 165
112175 50
112176 99
112177 82
112178 294
112179 111
112180 89
112181 20
112182 1,150
112183 1,089
112184 38
112185 16
112186 39,739
112187 2,071
112188 58
112189 61
112190 402
112191 706
112192 14,192
112193 89,719
112194 1,596
112195 64
112196 256
112197 393
112198 74
112199 200
112200 420
112201 160
.15
.44
.65
.44
.59
.00
.00
.30
.41
.00
.00
.57
.80
.19
.00
.00
.00
.00
.37
.00
.00
.00
.18
.30
.55
.98
.00
00
33
23
00
46
00
50
27
00
77
00
O9
99
98
27
94
25
00
00
00
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM
03/24/2005 09
Check History
03/28/2005 COUNCIL LISTING
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
GL540R-V06.60 PAGE 3
BANK VENDOR
CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT
CSC CREDIT SERVICES
DAHLGREN SHARDLOW & UBAN
DANKA OFFICE IMAGING
DNR ENTERPRISES
EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC
ELK RIVER FLORAL
EMC
FIRENET SYSTEMS, INC
G & K SERVICES
GENEP~AL REPAIR SERVICE,
GENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO
GOODIN CO.
GOPHER SIGN CO.
GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFIC
GS DIRECT
I-STATE TRUCK CENTER
INSTRUMENTAL RESEARCH IN
INTERSTATE DETROIT DIESE
J H LARSON ELECTRIC COMP
LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITI
LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS
LEXISNEXIS MATTHEW BENDE
LUBE-TECH
MAYER DISTRIBUTING/LUBES
MACA
MENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-F
METRO AREA MANAGEMENT AS
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WAS
MID-AMERICA SALES ASSOCI
MIDWAY FORD
MINNEAPOLIS FINANCE DEPT
MINNEAPOLIS OXYGEN CO.
MINNEAPOLIS SAW CO.
MN CHIEFS OF POLICE ASSO
MN DEPT OF ADMINISTP~ATIO
MN FIRE AGENCIES PURCHAS
MN POLLUTION CONTROL AGE
MUNICIPAL SOFTWARE COMPA
NATIONAL WATERWORKS, INC
NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS
NORDLLTND/JOHN
OFFICE DEPOT
OFFICE SUPPLY CONNECTION
ONE-CALL CONCEPT-GOPHER
POLICE MARKSMAN ASSOCIAT
POST BOARD
PROSOURCE TECHNOLOGIES I
112202
112203
112204
112205
112206
112207
112208
112209
112210
112211
112212
112213
112214
112215
112216
112217
112218
112219
112220
112221
112222
112223
112224
112225
112226
112227
112228
112229
112230
112231
112232
112233
112234
112235
112236
112237
112238
112239
112240
112241
112242
112243
112244
112245
112246
112247
112248
54 00
1,297 56
43 48
214 37
779 75
65 00
1,600 00
511 20
1,018 04
1,811 55
952 40
18 68
1,956 41
170 00
52 04
34 29
150 00
344 71
88 10
150.00
43,968.66
110.00
64.35
297.41
30.00
691.75
36.00
64,197.88
1,667.05
676.65
92,596.34
10.14
72.55
703.42
37.00
35.00
80.00
14,602.00
35.62
514.68
119.85
565.11
115.03
67.50
18.95
630.00
19,113.13
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
03/24/2005 09 Check History GL540R-V06.60 PAGE 4
03/28/2005 COLINCIL LISTING
BANK VENDOR
CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT
QUILL
RADIO SHACK
RAPID GRAPHICS & MAILING
RDO EQUIPMENT
RETAIL DATA SYSTEMS OF M
ROBERT BROOKE & ASSOC
ROSEDALE CHEV
ROYAL TIRE
SECURITY FENCE & CONSTRU
DEPT OF LABOR & INDUSTRY
STERLING SUPPLY INC
STREICHER'S GUN'S INC/DO
SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY
TKDA, INC
TOUSLEY FORD
TRAigS-ALARM INC
TWIN CITY BRIDAL
UNIFORMS UNLIMITED INC
UNITED RENTALS
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
VERBRUGGE/MIKE
VERIZON WIRELESS
VIKING ELECTRIC SUPPLY
VOSS LIGHTING
WW GRAINGER,INC
XCEL ENERGY (N S P)
112249 74
112250 4
112251 4,566
112252 32
112253 186
112254 29
112255 79
112256 272
112257 580
112258 20
112259 37
112260 333
112261 600
112262 1,495
112263 382
112264 261
112265 890
112266 309
112267 27
112268 140
112269 98
112270 31
112271 89
112272 158
112273 536
112274 69
52
25
00
57
00
27
25
38
00
00
28
96
00
18
93
76
00
81
16
00
00
95
87
33
88
92
786,377.47 ***
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
03/24/2005 09 Check History GL540R-V06.60 PAGE 5
03/28/2005 COUNCIL LISTING
BANK VENDOR
REPORT TOTALS:
CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
786,377.47
RECORDS PRINTED - 000802
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM
03/24/2005 09:12:50
FLrND RECAP:
FUND DESCRIPTION
................................
101
201
240
250
261
270
387
388
415
420
439
601
602
603
604
609
631
632
634
652
701
720 '
884
885
887
GENERAL
COMMLINITY DEVELOPMENT FI/ND
LIBRARY
COL HGHTS AFTER SCHOOL ENRI
TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY GRANT
DARE PROJECT
G.O. IMPROVEMENT BOND 1999A
G 0 IMPROVE/REV BONDS 2003A
CAPITAL IMPRVMT - PIR PROJ
CAP IMPROVEMENT-DEVELOPMENT
FIRE CAPITAL EQUIPMENT
WATER UTILITY
SEWER UTILITY
REFUSE FI/ND
STORM SEWER UTILITY
LIQUOR
WATER FUND DEBT SERVICE
SEWER FUND DEBT SERVICE
STORM SEWER DEBT SERVICE
SEWER CONSTRUCTION FUAID
CENTRAL GARAGE
DATA PROCESSING
INSURANCE
ESCROW
FLEX BENEFIT TRUST FUND
TOTAL ALL FUNDS
Check History
DISBURSEMENTS
50,855.29
3,828.21
444.27
56.00
105.00
691.28
373.75
206.33
1,952.95
24,206.43
39,599.46
95,074 88
66,765 71
89,805 32
40 73
102,144 49
351 77
7 41
210 74
2,627 92
7,047 92
4,979 71
45,006 10
245,033 51
4,962 29
786,377.47
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
GL060S-V06.60 RECAPPAGE
GL540R
BANK RECAP:
BANK NAME
................................
BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT
TOTAL ALL BANKS
DISBURSEMENTS
786,377.47
786,377.47
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting ~fMarch 28, 2005
AGENDA SECTION: Consent ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT CITY MANAGER
NO. lP~ POLICE APPROVAL:
ITEM: Second Reading of Ordinance 1482, being an BY:Thomas M. Johnson ~ BY:
ordinance amending Ordinance 853, City code of l977, DATE: March 1,2005 ~N.)/~ DATEq.' ~
to prohibit certain exhibitions and conduct on any
premises holding any type of liquor license in the City of
Columbia Heights.
NO.
BACKGROUND
During the last month, there have been several articles in the Minneapolis Star Tribune reference the ultimate
fighting matches taking place in Fridley, Minnesota and the Fridley City Council's attempt via a new city ordinance
to stop these matches at establishments selling alcohol. The new Fridley city ordinance, which had its second
reading during the week of February 25, 2005, will take effect in thirty days. In one of the Star Tribune articles, the
promoter of ultimate fighting said they would no longer promote these fights in Fridley and that they would look for
a new venue to stage these events. I have obtained a copy of the new city ordinance that the City of Fridley has
adopted and I gave it to our City Attorney, Jim Hoeft, to review. Mr. Hoeft has advised me that the verbiage in the
Fridley ordinance will work for our city, and the City Attorney and I suggest that we adopt this ordinance to prevent
this type of activity coming to our local bars.
ANALYSIS/CONCLUSION
It is the feeling of the police department and the City Attorney--and it is believed to be the consensus of the city
council--that ultimate fighting matches are not an activity we would want staged or promoted in our city. Having
this in m/nd, the police department and the city council recommend that the attached proposed city ordinance
prohibiting "certain exhibitions and conduct" on premises holding any type of liquor license.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1482, there being ample copies
available for the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 1482, being an ordinance amending Ordinance 853
City Code of 1977, to prohibit "certain exhibitions and conduct" on any premises holding any type of liquor license
in the City of Columbia Heights.
TMJ:mld
05-033A
COUNCIL ACTION:
ORDINANCE NO. 1482
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CTY CODE OF
1977, TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN EXHIBITIONS AND CONDUCT ON ANY
PREMISES HOLDING ANY TYPE OF LIQUOR LICENSE
IN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
The City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does hereby ordain:
Chapter 5, Article I, Section 1, of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to
include:
Subsectfon 5.501(12) (J) 3.2% Malt Liquor (Beer)
No licensee shall permit in any licensed establisltrnent, or any adjoining property
owned or leased by the licensee, any boxing, wrestling, or any other form of
entertainment whose primary purpose is physical contact by striking or touching
an opponent with hands, head, feet, or body. Team sports, in which physical
contact is incidental to the primary purpose of the game such as basketball,
volleyball, soccer, football, baseball, hockey, and softball, are not included
among activities prohibited by this section.
Chapter 5, Article I, Section 2, of the Colmnbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to
include:
Subsection 5.502(7) (E) On Sale Club Liquor
No licensee shall permit in any licensed establishment, or any adjoining property
owned or leased by the licensee, any boxing, wrestling, or any other form of
entertainment whose primary purpose is physical contact by striking or touching
an opponent with hands, head, feet, or body. Temr~ sports, in which physical
contact is incidental to the primary purpose of the game such as basketball,
volleyball, soccer, football, baseball, hockey, and softball, are not included
~hnong activities prohibited by this section.
Chapter 5, Article I, Section 3, of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby m2ended to
include:
Subsection 5.503(12) (J) Intoxicating Liquor
No licensee shall pen2it in any licensed establishment, or any adjoining property
owned or leased by the licensee, any boxing, wrestling, or any other form of
entertainment whose primary purpose is physical contact by strildng or touching
an opponent with hands, head, feet, or body. Team sports, in which physical
contact is incidental to the primary purpose of the gmrte such as basketball,
volleyball, soccer, football, baseball, hockey, and softball, are not included
among activities prohibited by this section.
Chapter 5, Article I, Section 4, of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to
include:
Subsection 5.504(14) (J) On-Sale Wine Licenses
No licensee shall permit in any licensed establishment, or any adjoining property
owned or leased by the licensee, any boxing, wrestling, or any other form of
entertainment whose primary purpose is physical contact by striking or touching
an opponent with hands, head, feet, or body. Team sports, in which physical
contact is incidental to the primary purpose of the game such as basketball,
volleyball, soccer, football, baseball, hockey, and softball, are not included
among activities prohibited by this section.
Chapter 5, Article I, Section 10, of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended
to include:
Subsection 5.510(7) (F) On-Sale Temporary Liquor Licenses
No licensee shall permit in any licensed establishment, or any adjoining property
owned or leased by the licensee, any boxing, wrestling, or any other form of
entertainment whose primary purpose is physical contact by striking or touching
an opponent with hands, head, feet, or body. Teton sports, in Milch physical
contact is incidental to the primary pm-pose of the game such as basketball,
volleyball, soccer, football, baseball, hockey, and softball, are not included
among activities prohibited by this section.
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) after its
passage.
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Date of Passage:
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
Attest:
Mayor Gary Peterson
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk/Council Secretary
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS - CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: March 28, 2005
AGENDA SECTION: ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER'S
NO: "-1 ~ Administration APPROVAL
ITEM: Appointment to Board and BY: Walt Fehst BY: ~ ; ,
Commissions DATE: March 22, 2005 DATE:
NO:
Background:
On March 22, 2005 the City Cotmcil interviewed candidates interested in appointments to City Boards
and Commissions.
One vacancy exists on the Plmming and Zoning Co~rnnission. The applicants are:
David Thompson
Caroline Laine
Joseph Wolney
Kate Kruse
Ted Landwehr
Admn Davis
Alison Spano Rose
One vacancy exists on the Library Board. The applicants are:
Lori Ritzko
Lynette Thomson
Recommended Motion: Move to appoint
for the vacant term to expire April 2008.
Recommended Motion: Move to appoint
to expire April 2008.
to the Plamting and Zoning Commission
to the Library Board for the vacant term
COUNCIL ACTION: