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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 25, 1988OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 25, 1988 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hadtrath at 7:30 p.m.. 1. Roll Call Paulson, Petkoff, Carlson, Peterson, Hadtrath - present 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Consent Agenda The following items were on the consent agenda: Resolution No. 88-51; Being a Resolution Granting Authorization to Enter Into an Agreement with the Regional Transit Board Motion by Paulson, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 88-51 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA, GRANTING AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE REGIONAL TRANSIT BOARD FOR PARA-TRANSIT ASSISTANCE SERVICE FUNDS WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights has been operating a para-transit program called SHARED RIDE since December 1, 1978, with para-transit assistance funds from the Minnesota Department of Transportation; and, WHEREAS, the SHARED RIDE PROGI~M has demonstrated to .be serving a substantial portion of the population and shows a continuing need for this service; and, WHEREAS, in February of 1986, the Regional Transit Board assumed responsibility for the transit programs in the seven-county metropolitan area that had prev- iously been administered by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights enter into an agreement with the Regional Transit Board, to provide a public transpor- tation service in the City of Columbia Heights and certain points outside of the city limits for fiscal year 1989; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights agrees to provide 40 percent of the total operating cost of the transit project from local funds, not to exceed $10,000 from the General Fund in fiscal year 1989; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that authorization to execute the 1989 aforementioned agreement is hereby given to the Mayor and City Manager; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager and Administrative Assistant to the City Manager are hereby authorized to execute requests for reimbur- sements from the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Passed this 25th day of July, 1988. Offered by: Paulson Seconded by: Peterson Regular Council Meeting July 25, 1988 page 2 Roll call: All ayes Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Dale V. Hadtrath, Mayor CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the aforegoing resolution is a true and correct copy of the resolution presented to and adopted by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, at a duly authorized meeting thereof held on the 25th day of 1988, as shown by the minutes of said meeting in my possession. William J. Elrite, City Clerk Purchase of Stripi~9 Tape The Council authorized the purchase of crosswalk striping tape from 3M for an amount not to exceed $6,250, recognizing the proprietary nature of the material, as indicated by the Public Works Director; and furthermore,, the Council authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for same. Schools and Conferences The Council approved the attendance of the Fire Chief at the International Association of Fire Chiefs Annual Conference and Exposition to be held in Washington, D.C. from August 27 - 31, 1988 and that related expenses were to be reimbursed. The Council approved the attendance of the Public Works Director at the International Public Works Congress and Equipment Show on September 24 - 29, 1988 to be held on Toronto, Canada and authorized that related expenses be reimbursed. Licenses The Council approved the license applications as presented and waived the fees as indicated. ~ayment of Bills The Council authorized the payment of bills as 1.1sted oUt of proper funds. Approval of Cqnsent Aqenda Motion by Pau)son, second by Feterson to approve the consent agenda as presented. Roll call: All ayes 4. Minutes of Previous Meetin9 Motion by Petkoff, second by Carl.son to approve the minutes of the July llth Regular Council Meeting as amended. The City Manager appointed two full time firefighters to the Fire Department which had been o:nitted from the minutes. This was the subject of the amendment. Roll call: All ayes .5. Open Mike/Proclamations Sheriff Ken Wilkinson of Anoka County came to the Council meeting to update the Council on the activities of the Sheriff's Office and to request any input the members of the Council may have. He advised the Council of some of the services provided by his Department and of some of the service expansion presently taking place. Regular Council Meeting July 25, 1988 page 3 Plaque Presentation Mayor Hadtrath presented a plaque to Jon Starcevic for eight years of service on the Park Board. Open Mike Judy Moen, who resides at University Heights, had two issues she wished to discuss with the City Council. The first issue addressed her support of the Council action regarding the cable company and its obligations to meet the conditions of the franchise ordinance. She feels her tele- vision picture is poor quality and encouraged the Council to continue to expect the cable company to meet the conditions as stated in the ordi- nance. Ms. Moan's second concern was with regard to recent burglaries in the University Heights development. She noted there had been three burglaries in the last six or eight weeks in the area. Four other residents of the development stated their concern as well with the burglaries and one auto theft. The Mayor referred this matter to staff for follow up. 6. Ordinances and Resolutions a. Resolution No. 88-49; Being a Resolution Adopting a Comparable Worth Compensation Plan for Certain Position Classifications for the City of Columbia Heights Motion by Paulson, second by Petkoff to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 88-49 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A COMPARABLE WORTH COMPENSATION PLAN FOR CERTAIN POSITION CLASSIFICATIONS WHEREAS, the Legislature of the State of Minnesota enacted a bill which requires every political subdivision in the State.to establish equitable compensation relationships between female-dominated, male-dominated, and balanced classes of employees; and, WHEREAS, the law further specified that a job evaluation system be used to determine the comparable work value of all positions; and, WHEREAS, the law requires that a plan be developed to assure comparable compensation for positions with comparable skills, effort, responsibility, and working conditions, and proportional compensation for position where such factors are different, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights adopts a Comparable Worth Compensation Plan for certain position classifications, a copy of which is available at the Office of the City Manager, effective January l, 1988, and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that such plan is to serve as a guideline in establishing comparable compensation for such positions and is subject Regular Council Meeting July 25, 1988 page 4 .to negotiations with the various bargaining units in the City and the City's Comparable Worth Implementation Plan, as amended. Passed this 25th day of July, 1988. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Paulson Petkoff Paulson, Petkoff, Carlson, Peterson - aye Hadtrath - nay b. Resolution No. 88-50; Being a Resolution Adopting a Comparable Worth Implementation Plan, as Amended, for the City of Columbia Heights The City Manager noted that the amendment addressed the deletion of those positions above the pay line. He also stated that all union wages are negotiated and the non-union employees' wages will be negotiated with the non-union employees and all of the wages will be brought back to the Council. Motion by Paulson, second by Petkoff to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 88-50 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A COMPARABLE WORTH IMPLEMENTATION PLAN AS AMENDED WHEREAS, the Legislature of the State of Minnesota enacted a bill which requires every political subdivision in the State to establish equitable compensation relationships between female-dominated, male-dominated, and balanced classes of employees; and, WHEREAS, the law further specified that a job evaluation system be used to determine the comparable work value of all positions; and, WHEREAS, the law requires that a plan be developed to assure comparable compensation for positions with comparable skills, effort, responsibility, and working conditions, and proportional compensation for positions where such factors are different. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights adopts a Comparable Worth Implementation Plan, as amended, a copy of which is available at the Office of the City Manager, effective January l, 1988. Passed this 25th day of July, 1988. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Paulson Petkoff Paulson, Petkoff, Carlson, Peterson - aye Hadtrath - nay Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Mayor Dale V. Hadtrath 7. New Business a. Ratifying City Manager's Action Authorizing the Sale of Used Mobile Radio Equipment Regular Council Meeting July 25, 1988 page 5 Motion by Peterson, second by Paulson to ratify the City Manager's action authorizing the sale of one used mobile radio to the City of Fridley in the amount of $200. Roll call: All ayes b. Appointment of Acting City Manager The purpose of this action is to designate individual/individuals as being properly qualified people to serve in the capacity of Acting City Manager during the absence or disability of the City Manager. Motion by Hadtrath, second by Peterson to rescind the appointment of Stuart Anderson as Acting City Manager. Roll call: All ayes ~ Motion by Carlson, second by Peterson to appoint Linda Magee, Administrative Assistant to the City Manager, as Acting City Manager to serve during the absence or disability of the City Manager. Roll call: Carlson, Peterson, Hadtrath - aye Petkoff, Paulson - nay c. Ratify City Manager's Execution of an Household Hazardous Waste Collection Project Grant Application Motion by Petkoff, second by Carlson to ratify the City Manager's execution of the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Project Grant Application sub- ject to the City Council's final determination of such project. Roll call: All ayes 8. Reports a. Report of the City Manager The City Manager's report was submitted in written form and the following items were discussed: 1. Cable Franchise Non-Compliance Issues: It was noted that a verbal offer has been made by a representative of the cable company. The City Manager has requested this offer be put in writing. Councilmember Paulson felt the offer was not a good offer and that the cable company is bound by what is contained in the franchise ordinance. 2. Handicap Access at Various Street Intersections: This matter will be on a work session agenda. ~ 3. Sullivan Shores Development: Some of the problems being experienced with this development were discussed. The Building Inspector is following up on corrections of the code violations-within the development. 4. Celebrate Minnesota 1990: The purpose of this celebration is to "commemorate our past, embrace the present and prepare a legacy for the future." This activity is being promoted by the Governor and by the Department of Tourism. The Council Secretary was requested to obtain the promotional film regarding the celebration. 5. Appointment to North Suburban Consumer Advocates for the Handicapped Area Council: Motion by Hadtrath, second by Petkoff to appoint Jo-Anne Student as a representative of the City to NSCAH. Roll call: All ayes Regular Council Meeting July 25, 1988 page 6 The City Manager will be on vacation from July 29th to August 19th. b. Report of the City Attorney The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time. Adjournment Motion by Peterson, second by Carlson to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 p.m.. Roll call: All ayes Mayor I~ale V. Hadtrath o-Anne Student, Council Secretary