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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMay 8, 1989Agend~ Item for R~egular Council Meeting, May 8, 1989 Addition to January 9, 1989 Regular Council Meeting Minutes: New Business Hazardous Waste Site Exploration - Huset Park Motion by Paulson, second by Peterson that the City enter into an agreement with Bonestro Rosene Anderlik and Associates for the investigation of an alleged hazardous waste site at Huset Park for an amount not to exceed $27,921 based upon the request for proposal issued by the Director of Public Works and based on their proposal dated December 22, 1988; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with the same. Roll call: All ayes OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 8, 1989 Mayor Hadtrath called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.. 1. Roll Call Paulson, Petkoff, Carlson, Peterson, Hadtrath - present 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Consent Agenda The fol)owing items were on the consent agenda: Minutes for Approval The Council approved the minutes of the Continued Board of Review of April 24th, the Regular City Council Meeting of April 24th and an addition to the minutes of the January 9, 1989 Regular Council Meeting as presented. First Reading of Ordinance No. 1185, Being an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, Selling Certain Real Estate at 1309 44½ Avenue The Council waived the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. ORDINANCE NO. 1185 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, SELLING CERTAIN REAL ESTATE AT 1309 44½ AVENUE NORTHEAST The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section !: Sect ion 2: Section 3: The City of Columbia Heights shall sell and convey unto KAL Construction, a General Partnership, certain real estate located at 1309 44½ Avenue Northeast, Columbia Heights, Minnesota, and legally described as: That part of Lot ll, DONEROVING ADDITION, lying Southerly of following described line: Beginning at a point on West line of said plat 128.35 feet South of Northwest corner thereof; thence Easterly to a point on East line of said plat 122.35 feet South of Northeast corner thereof and there terminating except road subject to easements of record, Anoka County, Minnesota. The Mayor and City Manager are authorized to execute all documents necessary to effectuate said sale. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First reading: May 8, 1989 The second reading of Ordinance No. 1185 is scheduled for May 22, 1989. Special Purpose Fence - Coty, 1236/1238 Circle Terrace The Council approved the request for a special purpose privacy fence as presented at 1236/1238 Circle Terrace, subject to the property lines Regular Council Meeting May 8, 1989 page 2 being located prior to installation of the fence. Special Purpose Fence - Egli, 1036 Gould Avenue T~ Council approved the request for a special purpose privacy fence as presented at 1036 Gould Avenue, subject to the property lines being located prior to the installation of the fence. Special Purpose Fence - Balma, 4734 Sixth Street Thc Council approved the request for a special purpose privacy fence as presented at 4734 Sixth Street, subject to the property lines being located prior to installation of the fence. Special Purpose Fence - Manning, 4027 Monroe Street The Council approved the request for a special purpose privacy fence as presented at 4027 Monroe Street, subject to the property lines being located prior tO installation of the fence. Suburban Rate Authority - Membership Dues The Council authorized the continued membership in the Suburban Rate Authority and directed the City Manager to remit the first half payment of the 1989 membership assessment in the amount of $875 at this time, and the second half of the dues in the amount of $875 in August. Schools, Conference and Workshops The Council authorized training for Gary Kallestad, Rollln Goldsberry and Larry Klink to attend the Advanced Driving Techniques Training on June 6 and 7, 198~ at St. Cloud University and also that related expenses be paid. Cable Funding Assistance The Council approved the funding for a summer project at the Library as outlined in the Library Directorls memo of April 11, 1989, at a ¢o~t not to exceed $1,161.80 with monies to come from the 1989 Cable Budaet. Repair of City Unit No. 12 - Moleboard Circle for Grader The Council authorized the repair of the moleboard circle for City Unit No. 12 by Ziegler Caterpillar Company for an estimated $2,200 and the Council also recognized the repair as proprietary in nature. The Council authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for Repair of 930 Front End Loader The Council authorized the repair of the front loading arms on City Unit No. 7 by Zeigler Caterpillar Company for an estimated $1,100 recognizing the repair as proprietary in nature and also authorized the Mayor end City Manager to enter into an agreement for same. Repair of City Unit No. 21 - Dump Truck The Council ratified the action of the City Manager in authorizing the repair of the transmission and clutch assembly for City Unit No. 2) by Certified Power Train Specialists of Minneapolis for an estimated S1,556.45 and the Council also authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Regular Council Meeting May 8, 1 989 page 3 Approval of Licenses The Council approved the'1989 license applications as listed upon payment of proper fees and waived the fees as requested. Payment of Bills The Council authorized the payment of bills as listed out of proper funds. 4. Approval of Consent A~enda Motion by Carlson, second by Paterson to adopt the consent agenda items as indicated on the Council agenda. Roll call: All ayes The C'ity Manager introduced Don Schneider, the newly-hired Director of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. 5. Proclamations and Open Mike Mayor Hadtrath read the proclamation declaring May 21st through May 27th as National Public Works Week. The proclamation was presented to the Public Works Director, Fred Salsbury. Salsbury invited all residents to attend the Public Works Open House on Tuesday, May 23rd. There were no residents present for Open Mike. 6. Resolutions and Ordinances a. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1184; Being an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, Amending Ordinance No. 1177 Motion by Peterson, second by Paulson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1184 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1177 The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1: Section 1 of Ordinance No. 1177, passed December 12, 1988, which reads as follows: The City of Columbia Heights shall sell to Patrick W. Kelly and Yolanda Kelly, the real estate located at 322 40th Avenue N.E., and legally described as Lot 15, Block 68, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, according to the recorded plot thereof on file and or record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Anoka County, Minnesota. is herewith amended to read as follows: The City of Columbia Heights shall sell to Patrick W. Kelley and Yolanda Kelley, the real estate located at 322 40th Avenue N.E., and legally described as Lot 15, Block 68, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, according to the recorded plot thereof on file and or record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Anoka County, Minnesota. Regular Council Meeting May 8, 1989 page 4 Section 2: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First reading: Second reading: Date of passage: April 24, 1989 May 8, 1989 May 8, 1989 Offered by: Peterson Seconded by: Carlson Roll call: All ayes Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Mayor Dale V. Hadtrath b. Resolution No. 89-23; Being a Resolution Adopting Changes in Wage Ranges and Estab)~s~)ng Wages for Seasonal and Temporary Employees Councilmember Petkoff felt the increase suggested for the Seasonal Laborer (Class B license; technical skill) was less than adequate. Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson to change the 6¢ an hour increase for a seasonal laborer (Class B license; technical skill) to 10¢ per hour. Roll call: All ayes Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 89-23 ADOPTING CHANGES IN WAGE RANGES AND ESTABLISHING WAGES FOR SEASONAL AND TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights adopted a Wage Compensation Program for Non-Unionized City Employees effective January 12, 1980 (Resolution No. 80-47), which indicates that on an annual basis changes will be adopted in Wage Ranges based upon reliable survey data; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights establishes wage ranges for non-unionized seasonal and temporary positions, as indicated on Schedule I and II which are on file in the Office of the City Manager; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that such schedules be effective January 1, 1989. Passed this 8th day of May, 1989. Offered by: Petkoff Seconded by: Paul son Roll call: Ail ayes Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Mayor Dale V. Hadtrath 7. Communications a. Planning and Zoning Commission I. Lotsplit - Helen Gallus, 4025 Stinson Boulevard Regular Council Meeting May 8, 1989 page 5 Mrs. Gallus stated she intends to build a house in which she will reside on the vacant portion of the lot. The Council requested the City Attorney to advise what alternatives could be considered with this Iotsplit request. A letter was received from a local law firm, which represents the resident at 4Oi5 Stinson Boulevard, stating that granting of this lotsplit would violate the intent of the City's ordinances which address lotsplits. A representative of this law firm also addressed the Council regarding the intent of the ordinances. He felt that the drawing of the lot lines did not meet the intent of the ordinances. Councilmember Petkoff felt this was a matter of interpretation of the ordinance but noted that over 90% of the lot would be fifty feet wide and it would be difficult to assess it as a 75 foot lot. Councilmember Carlson felt Mrs. Gallus should have the right to split her lot. Council member Pauison stated it is the obli- gation of the Council to protect the freedom of everyone involved, includ.ing the neighboring property owners' interests. He acknowledged that this type of situation could not satisfy everyone. A petition signed by twelve property owners in opposition to the proposed lotsplit had been presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Motion by Paulson, second by Petkoff to deny the lotsplit request for 4025 Stinson Boulevard. Roll call: Paulson, Petkoff, Peterson, Hadtrath - aye Carlson - abstain b. Traffic Commission The Council received the Traffic Commission Meeting minutes for May l, 1989. No Council action was required. c. Appointments to Boards and Commissions This item will be on the agenda for the May 16th Council work session. 8. Old Business There was no old business. 9. New Business a. Establishing Dates for Budget Meetings The City Manager's recommended dates for budget meetings with various departments were reviewed. Councilmember Petkoff requested that the dates be earlier than recommended. June 5th, June 19th and July 17th were selected. These dates are subject to change. b. Establishing Budget for City Hall, Library and Municipal Service Center Improvements The Finance Director distributed a revised copy of the appropriations. The City Manager reviewed the entire project. Motion by Paulson, second by Peterson to transfer $183,669 from the General Fund Unreserved Fund Balance and $87,347 from the Central Garage Fund Unreserved Retained Earnings to the Capital Improvement General Government Buildings Fund and to appropriate a total budget not to exceed $774,070 for building renovation of City Hall, the Library and the Municipal Service Center. Roll call: All ayes RECESS: 9:10 p.m. RECONVENE: 9:25 p.m. c. Insurance The City Manager and the Finance Director reviewed all of the insurance Regular Council Meeting May 8, 1989 page 6 quotes received. Mayor Hadtrath expressed his reservations regarding the continuance of self insuring. He felt the risks involved with self insuring were very great and could result in a financial catastrophe for the City. It was staff's recommendation to continue self insuring and the purchase of an Inland Marine policy. It was observed that the primary reason the City had opted for self insuring previously that the rates were so very high. Councilmember Petkoff noted that the premiums had decreased some- what, so had the coverage offered for those premiums. She also observed that self insuring had served the City well and that there was no justification for change. Motion by Paulson, second by Peterson to accept the quote from American Agency at an annual premium of $134,409 and to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with them for insurance coverage. Roll call: Paulson, Peterson, Hadtrath - aye Petkoff, Carlson - nay Motion by Paulson, second by Peterson to accept the quote from Twin City Group at an annual premium of $17,995 and to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with them for insurance coverage. Roll call: Paulson, Peterson, Hadtrath - aye Petkoff, Carlson - nay The City Manager recommended that Wally Walburg, Chairman of the Insurance Commission, continue handling future insurance claims and also continue to be compensated for his services. The Council was in agreement with this recommendation. d. Wargo Court Improvements The Housing and Redevelopment Authority received bids for various improve- ments to Wargo Court. The lowest bid was for $81,315 which is $31,315 higher than the projected budget of $50,000. A lengthy discussion fol- lowed regarding how the improvement project could be kept within the budget. It was noted that much of the costs focused on the fountain. The consensus of the Council was that the improvement project stay within the budget. Mayor Hadtrath felt civic organizations should be approached about additional funds. Councilmember Petkoff felt the City should not be responsible for finding other funding sources. Motion by Hadtrath, second by Peterson to limit the City's participation in the Wargo Court improvements to $50,000 and to advise interested parties to solicit funds for the remainder of the project until the May 24th Council meeting. Roll call: All ayes e. Award of Bid - Custodial Services at Municipal Service Center and Public Library Motion by Hadtrath, second by Paulson to award the bid for the Custodial Service contract to Town and Country Office Cleaning, 4230 Central Avenue for the Public Library and the Municipal Service Center based on their proposal of $1,175 per month. Roll call: All ayes 10. Reports a. City Manager's Report The City Manager's report was submitted in written form and the following items were discussed: 1. Flood Insurance - Reevaluation: The Public Works Director had received a letter from the DNR indicating they will pursue a reevaluation in the Jackson Pond area. Regular Council Meeting May 8, 1989 page 7 Termination of Contract With International Telecommunications Consultants: The contract is being terminated on the basis that the consultant had not provided adequate information or product to satisfy the City's needs. e Status of GIS Task Force: The Council received a copy of the Pub) lc Works Director's memo regarding the status of the GIS Task Force. No objection was given in regards to the City's continued participation. Tax Increment Funds Attributable to School District Referenda Levies: The Director of the HRA has been requested to contact the City's bond counsel regarding a legal opinion on this matter. o Huset Park Hazardous Waste Investigation: The Public Works Director advised the Council that drilling in Huset Park is scheduled for May 30th. b. City Attorney's Report The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time. ~djournment Motion by Paulson, second by Hadtrath to adjourn the meeting at 10:55 p.m.. Roll call: All ayes -~nn~ St-udent, -C'?6Unc ii Secretary Mayor Dale V. Hadtrath