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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 9, 1990OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 9, 1990 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Carlson at 7:!O p.m.. 1. ROLL CALL Nawrocki, Clerkin, Ruettlmann, Paterson, Carlson'- present 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. CONSENT AGENDA The following Items vere on the Consent Agenda: ~proval of Previous Meeting Minutes The Council approved the minutes of the Continued Public Improvement Hearing of June 25, 1990 and the Regular City Council Meeting of June 25, 1990 as presented and there were no corrections. Annual Membership Dues - League of Mi.nnesote Cities The Council approved the continued membership with the League of Minnesota Cities and authorized the payment of $9,123 for the annual dues. Civil Defense Appreciation Dinner The Council authorized up to $2,250 to be spent from the Civil Defense budget to host an annual appreciation night for the Fire and Police Reserve Units and autho- rized the Mayor and City Manager to enter into contracts as needed for this event. Authorization for Tra!ping The Council authorized Officer Randy Bartlett to attend the D.A.R.E. training on August 13 - 2q, 1990 at the Arden Hills Training Center and also authorized the payment of $350.00 for a lodging and meal fee. ~pproval of License Applications The Council approved the lic'ense applications as listed upon payment of proper fees and waived the fees as indicated. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA flotlon by Nawrocki, second by Ruettimann to approve the Consent Agenda as'pre- sented. Roll call: AIl ayes OPEN MIKE The resident at hOqO Maureen Drive apprised the Council of the recent weed cutting practices on University Avenue between 37th and 4qth Avenues. He had attended a prior Councll meeting to advise the Council that the weeds on University Avenue had not been cut for some time between 37th and qqth Avenues. He noted that today the weeds were cut from ~Oth to qqth Avenues but that a wide area of approxlmately eighty-five feet had been left uncut. The resident was advised that staff is aware of this situation and why the area had been cut previously from qqthAvenue to the north on University Avenue. This item was addressed in the Manager's Report. The Public Works Director will give any additional information on this matter if there is any later in the meeting. Regular Council Meeting July 9, 1990 page 2 Residents from the kS½ Avenue area were in attendance to express their concerns for the duplex at 1222-122q qS½ Avenue, its condition and Its residents. Ms. Pat Norton, 1221 qS½ Avenue, advised the Council that she had contacted the person who she thinks is the landlord of the duplex to complain about Its appearance and the refuse in the yard. She also noted there appears to be many people, adults and children, living in the buildlng. It was the contention of the residents at the meeting that this house Is affecting their property values and they noted that three homes are for sale in the area because of its appearance and number of police calls to the residence. .Notion by Nawrocki, second by Carlson to direct the City Manager to have the duplex at 1222 - 1224 45½ Avenue viewed for compliance to the City's Housing Maintenance Code with a report of the findings being made to the City Council and to Ms. Pat Norton. Roll call: Ali ayes These same residents felt the dumpster located on 45½ Avenue and Fillmore Street was unsightly and requested it be investigated. The Recycl. lng Coordinator stated she is aware of this situation and has notified the property owner of the bulldlng where the dumpster is located it must be cleaned up by July lSth. Richard Martin, 1309 45½ Avenue, stated he felt the area from qSth-~7th Avenues, Central to Reservoir, needed some strong measures taken to clean it up. He observed it looks like a slum and that there are many rental units and absentee landlords who take no Interest in improving the area. Councilmember Clerkin inquired if any of the police officers who vlew this area report areas of non-compliance to the City's ordinance. The City Manager responded that reports are made infrequently. flayor Carlson advised that this area is one of the target areas for enforcement of the Cityms Housing Maintenance Code. Counciimember Ruettimann concurred but noted that this enforcement will take some time. The City Manager reviewed the history of the Housing Maintenance Code. The ordinance was adopted in September of 1989 and took affect in October of that year. A!1 rental property owners were notified of the ordinance and that they had six months to apply for a license for rental property. Problems have been encountered as some rental owners have not applied. He stated that the City will be pursuing prosecu- tions for those who have not filed. Doug Hill, 1037 q3rd Avenue, inquired If the City Intends to place additlonal lighting in Prestemon Park. The City Manager noted that funding for these Ilghts had been included in the 1990 budget. He advised that the lights are ordered but the Public Works Director ~ould have additlonai Information later In the meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS~ ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS First Reading of Ordinance No. 1205, Being an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 853, Pertalnfng to the Rezoning of Certain Property This ordinance would prohibit the construction of any residential building greater than two families in the area designated in the ordinance. It was noted that this area presently is not being used as anything other than R-2 and that it would not affect the TIF District. Regular Council Neetin~ July 9, 1990 page 3 Motion by Paterson, second by Clerkin to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: AIl ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1205 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853 PERTAINING TO THE REZONING OF CERTAIN PROPERTY The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section.l: That certain property located inside a line bounded by 37th Avenue N.E. on the South, Madison Place on the East, the south line of the industrially zoned (10istrict) north of 38th Avenue N.E. on the North, and the west line of the residentially zoned property east of 5th Street on the liest, which is currently zoned R-3, Hultiple Family, shall hereafter be zoned R-2, One and Two Family Residential. Section 2: The official zoning map of the City is hereby amended to reflect the change described in Section 1 of thls Ordinance No. 1202. Section 3: This Ordinance shall be in full force ane effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First reading: July 9, 1990 I~otion by Paterson, second by Ruettimann to schedule a public hearing of Ordinance No. 1205, being an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 853, pertaining to rezoning of certain property for July 23, 1990, at 7:00 p.m.. Roll call: All ayes 7. C01~UNICATIONS a. Planning and Zoning Commission 1. Rezoning, 37th - 38th Avenues - Madison Place to Fifth Street This item was addressed by Ordinance No. 1205. No further action was required by the Council. 2. Special Purpose Fence, 1230 Circle Terrace, Jana & Oennis Palkert Councllmember Nawrocki questioned the wisdom of a six foot high fence being put In thls location and inquired if the permission of the neighbor had been gotten. The City Attorney advised that this permission is not required for a special purpose fence. The fence will be an alternating board of cedar construction and will be placed about eight to ten feet from the street. This Information was supplled by the neighbor on the other side of the home. Councilmember Nawrocki inquired if the property owner on the other side had been notified on the intention to erect this fence. He was advised that this property owner had been notified but has not responded nor attended the Plannlng and Zoning Commission meeting where the matter was discussed. Councilmember Nawrocki felt the minutes of the Commission meeting should have included that notices had been sent to all affected property owners and who had attended the meeting. He also felt the sketch submitted by the fence builder Regular Council Meeting July 9, 1990 page q should have been more definitive and included placement, construction materials proposed for use, etc.. Counciimember Peterson noted that placement of the fence in front of the house makes It a special purpose fence rather than a privacy fence. Motion by Paterson, second by Ruettimann to approve the six foot high special purpose privacy fence for Dennis and Jana Palkert of 1230/32 Circle Terrace as requested. Roll call: A11 ayes b. Letter of Appeal from Mr. Marian Regarding LaBelle Park Improvements at Clrcle Terrace Mr. Marian owns the property at 1301 - 1303 Circle Terrace. His primary concern is that the park improvements w111 Immediately abut his property and may have a negative Impact upon the rental of his duplex. His primary concern Is with basketball court proposed for this location. Since Mr. Harlan cannot be in attendance, the City Manager advised him he will represent his position for Council reconsideration of placement of the playground equipment. His request was discussed by the Park Board who felt Mrs Harlan had been given several months~ advance notice of the City's intent to improve the playground area. The Park Board also felt the pro- ject had proceeded to a point where it was no longer feasible to withdraw or eliminate items from it. Terry Doyle, 1223 Circle Terrace, advised the Council that notices were hand delivered to residents on Circle Terrace and property owners regarding any of the meetings that the Circle Terrace Homeonwers Association had to discuss this project. Mr. Doyle noted that Mr. Harlan had attended the first meeting and the block party at which this matter was discussed. Drawings of the plan for the project were available at the block party. Councilmember Peterson stated that originally the basketball court was to be located adjacent to the Harlan property rather than at the south end of the park as it is now. flotion by Clerkin, second by Peterson to direct staff to proceed with CirCle Terrace playground development as previously determined. This motion was with- drawn. Mr. Harlan~s letter was received end placed on file. The Assistant City Engineer advised that the project Is our for bids at the present time and the bids received will be at the next Councll meeting. A letter will be sent to Mr. Marian stating what had transpired at thls Council meeting regarding his request. c. Appointment to Traffic Commission Motion by Paterson, second by Nawrockl to appoint Mr. Joseph Goodman to the Traffic Commission for a term explrlng in April 19Dq. Roll call: AII ayes Councllmember Nawrockl suggested that the ordinance which addresses area representation on the Traffic Commission should be reviewed. 8. OLD BUSINESS a. Wargo Court Park Reconstructiod Regular Councll Heeting July 9, 1990 page 5 I~otlon by Paterson, second by Clerkln to authorize staff to ~ork with HRA to pursue a claim against the performance bond of Olympic Pools, Inc. for work not completed at Wargo Court Park and to accept a change order credit in the amount of $1,387 for sod, shrub~ and tree replacement. The City Manager reviewed past end present problems being experienced in the Park; It was noted that the fountain has not operated satisfactorlly at any polnt and the shrubs had been palnted for the Fourth of duly. During the recent storm in the City the fountain had been damaged and twenty flve of its wands were either damaged or missing. The City Manager assumes that the contractor's {nsurance policy would cover the damage as the project has not been accepted by the HRA nor the City. The City ttanager advised that the City did sign a long term agreement with Hrs. Edlth Wargo to operate the fountain. Copies of the agreement were dlstributed to the Councilmembers. RD1! call: All ayes b. Watermaln Extension in Innsbruck Area Hotion by Nawrocki, second by Ruettlmann to authorize staff to proceed with the design and speci(Ications for constructlon of a watermaln loop from St. Moritz 0rive to Hatterhorn Orive, Including replacement of a four-inch water line in Matterhorn Orlve. Roll call: AIl ayes Hotion by Nawrockl, second by Ruettimann that staff be authorized to proceed with the design and specifications of a retaining wall at the water tower with such plans and specifications to be presented to the Council. RD1! call: Ail ayes NEW BUSINESS a. Hatching Funds for Munlclpal ProJect #8600 The portion of the project which wlll require these matchlng funds 'is for a' railing along the edge of the parking lot for the shopping center on the south side of 4qth Avenue. Staff had thought M.S.A.S. funds could be used for thls purpose. Staff intends to use M.S.A.S. maintenance funds for the match. ~otlon by Mawrocki, second by Ruettimann to authorize the expenditure of $7,818.75 asa local dollar participation in Huniclpal Project #8600, $.P. 113-10q-07, from the M.S.A.S. Malntenance Fund and the City Hanager is authorize to send a check for the same to MnDOT. Roll cali~ Ali ayes b. Temporary Layover Location for HTC Buses Hayor Carlson advised the Council that the Traffic Commls.slon wlil be recom- mending to the Councll that the east side of Van Buren Street between kOth and 4lst Avenues be the location for layovers for the HTC buses. This is necessitated due to the reconstruction project on kkth Avenue. Councllmember Nawrocki, who Is a HTC Commlssloner, will contact Dick Loeffler, ftanager of Operations for the MTC, regarding a layover location. Councilmember Mawrocki felt some place on kSth Avenue might be a more preferable location. .COM. MUN!CATI ONS .,(CONTINUED) a. Allowance of Single Family Residential Uses in LB Limited Business Districts on a Conditional Use Basis Regular Council Meeting July 9, 1990 page 6 The Planning and Zoning Commission requested the City Attorney to prepare an amendment to the conditional use permit portion of the Limited Business District section of the zoning ordinance to allow owner-occupied residential uses in conjunction with permitted principal uses. The Commission had been asked by the owner of property at 725 ~Oth Avenue to review this section of the ordinance as he Intends to sell this property to a business person who chooses to also use the faclllty for his residence. The City Attorney pre- pared Ordinance No. 120q for this purpose. Hotlon by Nawrockl, second by Paterson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available for the pubiic. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 120q BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO ALLOWING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL USES IN '~LB.* LIMITED BUSINESS ZONING OISTRICTS The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section I: Section 9.111 (2) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which reads as follows, to wit: 9.111 (2) Condi t ional Uses Within any ~'LB~' Limited Business District no structure or land shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. (a) Accessory structures other than private garages. (b) Art studio, interior decorating studio, photographic studio, music studio, and dance studio, provided no retail sales are made nor any manufacturing conducted on the site. (c) Private clubs and lodges not operated for profit. (d) Hospitals for human care, nursing homes, rest homes or retirement homes, provided the site shall contain not less than six hundred (600) square feet of lot area for each person to be accommodated and that no building be located less than fifty (50) feet from the side lot line. (e) Historical buildings, museums, art Institutes, galleries and theater for the live arts. (f) Nursery and landscape sales. (g) Radio and television studios. (h) Radio and televlslon towers. (il Retail sales and services may be provided by vending devices or by personnel whe~ such retail area is within a building so constructed and maintained that all access if from e lobby, hall or court and not dlrectly from the out-of-doors, it being the intent that such sales and services are provided for the conven- Ience of the occupants of the building. Regular Council Heeting July 9, 1990 page 7 Operation of public transportation, but not switching, storage or other railroad activities. (k) Utility service structures, which shall be in a building which conforms to the yard requirements and architectural style of the neighborhood. (I) Research and development laboratorles. (m) O~d. ! 161 elf. 5-25-88 (n) Retail stores, shops, offices and small'service businesses catering to neighborhood patronage, deemed to be as appropriately and desirably located in the LB zone. Day care centers is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: 9.111(2) Conditional Uses Within any ~LB" Limited Business District no structure or land shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. (a) Accessory structures other than private garages. (b) Art studio, interior decorating studio, photographic studio, music studio, and dance studio, provided no retail sales are made nor any manufacturing conducted on the site. (c) Private clubs and lodges not operated for a profit. (d) Hospitals for human care, nursing homes, rest homes or retirement homes, provided the site shall contain not less than six hundred (600) square feet of lot area for each person to be accommodated and that no building be located less than fifty (50) feet from the side lot line. (e) Historical buildings, museums, art Institutes, galleries and theater for the live arts. (f) Nursery and landscape sales. (g) Radio and television studios. (h) Radio and television towers. (i) (j) Retail sales and services may be provided by vending devices or by personnel when such retall area Is within a building so con- structed and maintained that ail access if from a lobby, hall or court and not directly from the out-of-doors, it being the Intent that such sales and services are provided for the oon- venience of the occupants of the building. Operation of pub'l'ic transportation, but not switching, storage or other railroad activities. Regular Council Heating July 9, 1990 page 8 (k) (1) (m) Ord. 1161 elf. 5-25-88 (n) Utility service structures, which shall be in a building which conforms to the yard requirements and architectural style of the neighborhood. Section 2: 9.111 ~).111 (3) Research and development laboratories. Retail stores, shops, offices and small service businesses catering to neighborhood patronage, deemed to be as appropriately and desirably located in the LB zone. Day care centers. (o) Single famlly residence of the owner of the business that constitutes the prlnclpal use of the parcel as an accessory use subject to annual renewal and reappllcation if It has changed In scale or character. Section 9.111(3) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which reads as follows, to wit: Permitted Accessory Uses Within any ~LB'~ Limited Business District the following uses shall be permitted accessory uses: (a) Private garages, off-street parking and loading spaces as regulated in this Ordinance. (b) Decorative landscape features such as fountains, patios, etc.. (c) Any incidental repair or processing necessary to conduct a permitted principal use or conditional use. (d) Signs as regulated by this Ordinance. (e) Swimming pools. (f) Buildings temporarily located for purposes of construction on the premises for a period not to exceed time normally necessary for completion.of said construction. is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: Permitted Accessory Uses Within any ~mLB~ Limited Business Olstrict the following uses shall be permitted accessory uses: (a) (b) (c) Private garages, off-street parking and loading spaces as regulated in this Ordinance. Decorative iands~ape features such as fountains, patios, etc.. Any incidental repair or processing necessary to conduct a per- mitted principal use or conditiona] use. Regular Council Heating July 9, 1990 page 9 Section 3: (d) Signs as regulated by this Ordinance. (e) Swimming pools. (f) Buildings temporarily located for purposes of construction on the premise for a period not to exceed time normally necessary for completion of said ¢onstructlon. (g) Single family residence of the owner of the business that constitutes the principal use of the parcel pursuant to 9.111(2) (o). This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after (30) thirty days after its passage. First reading: July 9, 1990 Notion by Nawrocki, second by Paterson to refer Ordinance No. 120/4 to the Planning and Zoning Commission for purposes of hoidlng a public hearing and making recom- mendations to the City Council. Roll call: AIl ayes Notion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson that the Council establish August 13, 1990 at 7:00 p.m. as the time and date to hold the second reading and publlc hearing of Ordinance No. 1204. Roll call: All ayes OLD BUSINESS (CONTIHUED) Sale of Property Adjacent to 4443 Washington Street Mrs. Tabaka, 4441 Washington Street, had Indicated an interest in purchasing a seven foot strip of land adjacent to her property on the north side. At a pre- vious Council meeting the Council had requested staff to research this matter and to gather information regarding costs for transfer of title to the property and other matters. The City Attorney reviewed the various options available to Mrs. Tabaka for the purchase of this property. Councilmember Ruettimenn suggested that she be advised the City will sell this strip of land but she must hire an attorney to complete the title transfer. A lengthy discussion fol)owed exploring a cost-effective way to transfer these small parcels in the City as well as trying to market them or turn them back to the State as tax-forfeit parcels. Notion by Nawrocki, second by Ruettlmann to reconsider the action of the Council at the-June 25, 1990 Councll meeting relatlve to the property at q443 Washington Street. Roll ¢a11: All ayes Notion by Nawrocki~ second by Ruettlmann to delete from the June 25th motion the following, ~and that the City Iqanager be directed to contact the property owner on the south side of the strip to ascertain any interest in the property.~t ao the motion would read, ~to authorize the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance and other appropriate documentation to aut.Piorize and accommodate the sale of tax-forfeit property located adjacent to or at 4441 Washington Street. Roll call on the amendment: All Ayes Regular Council Meeting July 9, 1990 page 10 Roll call on the amended motion: All ayes Councilmember Nawrockl requested the City Attorney to pursue the sale of thls strlp of land in the simplest form possible. I~ayor Carlson requested a list of tax forfeit parcels be prepared for the next Council work session. RECESS: 9:58 p.m. RECONVENE:IO:05 p.m. Councilmember Clerkin left the meeting at 10:05 p.m.. ~layor Carlson advised the Public Vorks Director that a resident on 39th Avenue and Fifth Street had requested assistance wlth removing a tree ~hlchwas damaged In the recent storm. Members of the Council recelved a copy of the administrative directlve regarding the handling of debris resultlng from severe weather. This directive was drafted In July of 1983 and has been followed since that time. This policy was discussed by the Council and staff was advised some discretion could be used administering it. The Public Works Director stated that the 11ghts for Prestemon Park are being worked on at the present time and they have been ordered. Me noted that these lights are the only park lights which ware included in the 1990 budget. Mayor Carlson requested staff to conslder park lightlng In the 1991 budget. Councllmember Peterson inquired why there were no warning sirens sounded during the recent storm. He was advised that the storm was not anticipated to be as severe as it was. The City Manager distributed estimates for construction of 38th Place. The estimates were figured two way; one the rates were 'based on street feet only, and the other was based on street and avenue feet rates. He recoa~ended using the street rate for the entire project. This project will be consldered at a Public Improvement Hearing on July 23rd and the City Manager requeted directlon from the Council as the hearlng notices must be sent in the next couple of days. It was noted that six or seven properties will be affected by this project. Some of the Councilmembers felt they needed more Information before making a decision on which rate should be used for the project assessments. Councilmember Ruettlmann requested · breakdown by parcel for each assessment. ¢ouncllmember Peterso~ felt he would like to view the street to determine if it needed imp-' rovement. memo from the Publ'ic Works Director advised this project could not be included In the City*s street projects as a change order es it exceeds the original contract price by 25~. This is not allowed by State law. Councllmember Nawrocki requested copy of the law. -... Regular Council Meeting July ~, 1~0 page 11 lO. REPORTS a. Report of the City Attorney There have been numerous complaints regarding debris and refuse at a home in the qqO0 block of Arthur Street. The Recycilng Coordinator advised she has sent registered letters to the owner of this property and he would not accept them. She Inquired if there were another way this notification could be given. The City Attorney stated that a police officer could hand deliver a notice and it would be legal for the purpose of notification. b. Report of the City Manager The City Manager*s report was submitted in written form and the following Items were discussed: 1. Need Cutting on University Avenue: The Public Works Director contacted MnDOT regarding its weed cutting policy for University Avenue. He was advised that this type of maintenance work is done on a basis of when personnel is avaiable. He anticipates they will complete the cutting very soon. 2. Vandalism in City Parks: Councllmember Ruettimann requested details on the vandalism in the City parks. The Public Works Oirector advised the Council there has been considerable damage done at the Gauvitte, Southwest and LaBelle parks this summer. Much of the damage was caused by spray painting. 3. Water Rate Negotiations with the City of .Minneapolis: In view of the fact that Minneapolis may be raising water rates for the City of Columbia Heights when its contract expires, staff is recommending retaining a consultant to do an analysis of alternative means of providing water service to residents. At a previous Council meeting staff had also suggested contacting other cities who contract for their water from Minneapolis and discuss joint negotiations. Councilmember Nawrocki recalled a study which had been done many years ago. He knew it may need to be updated but felt it would still contain some useful information. The Public Works Director has not been able to locate a copy of the study nor did he receive any Information from former City employees as to its whereabouts. Park Board Action Regarding Huset Park Study: The City Manager apprl~ed the Council of the Park BoardSs plans for a park use plan for Huset ParkJ Included in their plan was speciflc uses for budgeted funds. Councllmember Nawrocki felt the Park Board should not be determining how funds are to be used. The Public Works Olrector advised the Park Board is not making final decisions regarding use of funds but rather will be making their recommendations to the Councll at the next Council meeting. Reduction of State Aid Funds: Councllmember inquired If staff had made any determinations as to how to prepare for State Aid fund shortfalls. The City Manager responded this will be on the agenda of a Council work session. Housing Maintenance Code Appeal Requests: Two appeals of decisions made re- garding the Housing Maintenance Code have been received. Noting that one of the appeals is for a single family home, Councilmember Nawrocki stated he had understood that staff was going to focus on big problems in the City. 7. Administrative Policy Regarding Storm: Staff advised that no ~oody material Regular Council Meeting July 9, 1990 page 12 thicker than four inches is being picked up from the recent storm. The Public Works Director noted that none of the material is being hauled out of the City but rather is being put into the chipper. It If were removed it would have to be taken to a site twenty miles out of the City and this would be very costly. Councllmember Nawrockl noted that bundled woody materials at 1169 and 1195 Polk Place have not been removed by the City's hauler. Mayor Carlson and Counclimember Nawrocki commended City staff on the manner in which they dealt with the problems from the recent storm. Counciimember Nawrockl felt the HRA should consider procedures for handllng emergencies In the Parkview Villa High Rise and he also felt the City should have had someone on the City Hall switchboard after the storm on Sunday. 8. Injuries at Fourth of July Fireworks: The Finance Olrector Is coordinating this item. The fireworks company's insurance company wlil be handllng claims. Councilmember Nawrocki requested a written report on this matter. Staff vacancies in Building Inspections Department: The Building Inspector has resigned and the City Manager stated that there should be a decision made regarding his replacement by the end of the ~eek. There are presently only two people in the Department. Counclimember Nawrocki suggested our City should adopt the practice in Richfield, that being, using members of the Fire Deparment for doing some inspections. The City Manager responded that this is a long term objective but not very realistic until there is more man power. Councilmember Nawrockl felt enforcement of the Housing Maintenance Code should be a high priority and consideration should be given to seeking out more help and get the program moving. Councilmember Ruettimann advised there is an Inspections Bureau which hires inspectors to cities to do ~ust thls type of thing. !0. Vacant Property on 39th and Van Buren: Councllmember Nawrockl had been advised that another house cannot be built on this 1or because of the zoning. Mayor Carlson had suggested to the owner of the property he address this prohibition wlth the Planning and Zoning Commission. The City Manager advised that the possibillty of a ~grandfathered~ use of this property for a home has ceased quite some time ago. It is located in the Central Business District. 11. Installation of Handicapped Access Curbs; Councilmember Nawrockl. inquired when authorlzation had been given to install handicapped access curbs on qOth Avenue. The Public Works Director stated that thls matter had been brought to the Council a year ago and the funds are coming from M.S.A.S. maintenance funds. It had been included In the miscellaneous concrete projects. Councilmember Naweockl felt~the new members on the Council should have been apprised of this project. " Regular Councll Heeting July 9, 1990 page 1 3 12. Vehicle Damage in Ball Park: Mayor Carlson said that a car windshield had been broken at one of the City's ball parks by a flylng baseball. He Inquired who would be responslble for paying for the replacement windshield. Staff responded that although ball clubs carry Insurance it is for players liability and ~ould not cover this type of Incident. The vehicle owner would have to make the claim on hls own Insurance. 11. PAYHENT OF BILLS Piotion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to pay the blils as listed out of proper funds. Roll call: Ali eyes ~DJOURNMENT Motion by Peterson, second by Nawrocki to adjourn the meting at 11:50 p.m.. Roil call: Ali ayes MayOr Edward Pi: CarrSon -Ah · Student, Counc Secretary