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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 9, 1990OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 9, 1990 The meeting was ~11ed to order by Mayor Carlson at 7:30 p.m.. 1. ROLL CALL l~wrockl, Clerkln, Ruettimann, Paterson, Carlson - present 2. PLEOGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. CONSENT AGENDA The following Items were on the Consent Agenda: Approval of Previous Meet!n9 Minutes The Council approved the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of t~rch 26, 1990, the Board of Trustees - Volunteer Rellef Association Meeting of March 26, 1990, the Continued Speclal City Council Meeting of Hatch 27, 1990, and the Speclal Meeting of April 2, 1990 as presented and there were no corrections. Resolutlon No. 90-23; Labor Agreement Between City and Local 320 - Pollce Officers The reading of the resolution was waived there bel'n~ ample copies available for the public. RESOLUTION NO. 90-23 BEING A RESOLUTION REGARDING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS AND MINNESOTA TEAHSTERS PUBLIC AND LAW ENFORCEMENT EMPLOYEES~ UNION, LOCAL NO. 320 POLICE OFFICERS BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that: WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between the Minnesota Teamsters Publlc and Law Enforcement Employees~ Unlon, Local No. 320, representing Officers of the Clty~s Pollce Department, and members of the City negotiating te~m, and sald negotiations have resulted In a mutually acceptable contract, for the calendar years 1990, 1991, and 1992; and, WHEREAS, a copy of said contract wi-Il be made available for Inspectlon at the Office of the City Manager and is ma~e a part hereof by reference; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the contract agreement as negotiated, be and are hereby establlshed as the salary end fringe beneflt program for calendar years 1990, 199~, and 1992, wlth a wage and contrlbutlon to fringe benefit reopener for 1992. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized to execute thls agreement. Passed this 9th day of April, 1990. Offered by: Nawrockl Seconded by: Clerkln Roll call: Ail ayes Regular Council Meeting April 9, 1990 page 2 : Mayor 'Edward M. Carl son Jo-Anne Student, Councl) Secretary Resolution No. 90-2q; Establlshln9 Senior Citizens or Retired and Disabled Persons Hardship Special Assessment Deferral The reading of the resolution was waived there being ample copies available for the public. RESOLUTION NO. 90-2q BEING A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SENIOR CITIZENS OR RETIRED AND DISABLED PERSONS HARDSHIP SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OEFERRAL WHEREAS, Immediate payment of special assessments or Installments on speclal asses- sments cast an undue hardship on some persons owning homestead properties who are 65 years of age or older or retired by vlrtue of a permanent and total disability for whom It would be a hardship to make payments; and, WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes q35.193 - q35.195 makes It poss)ble for a home rule charter city to pass a resolution establishing standards and :guidelines for deter- mining the existence of a hardship and for determining the existence of a disability NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS: 1. Thls deferral procedure shall apply only to assessments which are payable In fiw or more annual Installments. 2. This deferral procedure shall apply only to property owned and occupied by the elderly, retired, or disabled applicant. Ownership and occupancy must be of the same nature as would qualify the applicant for a homestead exemption for tax purposes. 3. This deferra] procedure shall apply only to homestead property owned by a person 65 years of age or older or retlred by virtue of a permanent and total disability for whom It would be a hardshlp to make payments. Permanent and total disability shall have the same definition for purposes of assessment deferral as It used for social security purposes. q. This deferral procedure shall not be construed as to prohibit the determination of hardship on the basis of exceptional and unusual circumstances not covered by the standards and guidelines herein so long as'determination Is made in a non- discriminatory manner and does not give the appllcant an unreasonable preference or advantage over other applicants. 5. In order to obtain a deferral of an assessment, the homeowner must make appli- cation on the forms prescribed by the Anoka County Auditor. It no such form ls avallablej the City Assessor of Co~umbla Heights shall prescribe the appropriate form. 6. In granting a deferred assessment, the Council shall determine in Its resolutior~-~ approving the assessment roll the amount of Interest, If any, to be charged on the deferred assessment. 7. The option of the homeowner to defer the payment of speclal assessments shall terminate and all amounts accumulated ~lus applicable Interest shall become due Regular Council Meeting April 9, 19~0 page 3 and payable upon the occurrence of &ny of the following events: a. the death of the owner, provlded that the spouse is not otherwise ellglble for benefits hereunder; b. the sale, transfer or subdivision of the property or any part thereof; c. If the property should for any reason lose its homestead status; or d. If for any reason the Clty shall determine that there would be no hardship to require Immediate or partial payment. 8. No deferral may be granted unless the homeowner makes'applicatlon to the' City Assessor within thirty (30) days after adoptlon of the assessment by the Council. 9. The deferral shall apply to only 50~ of the annual Instal!ment payment. If the the 50~ Is not paid In a timely manner, the balance of the annual Installment along with all future Installments shall become Immediately due and payable. 10. No deferral shall be granted to any owner who has a gross annual Income from ali sources in excess of $12,200.00. 11. No deferral may be continued from year to year unless the owner shall file a renewal application before September ISth of each year. 12. No special assessment may be deferred for a period longer than the time set by the Council as the time over which the project Is to be assessed. 13. Interest on deferred assessments shall be at the rate set by the Council In Its resolution adopting the assessment ro11, and such Interest shall be added to the amount deferred and shall be paid In accordance with Minnesota Statute 435.195 and this Resolution. Passed this 9th day of Aprll, Offered by: Nawrockl Seconded by: Clerkln Roll call: Ali ayes Mayor Edward M. Carlson do-Anne Student, Council Secretary I hereby certify that the above Is a true and correct copy of a resolution adopted by the City Counc11 of the City of Columbla Helghts on the 9th day of Aprll, William J. Elrite, City clerk Sldeyard Variance R~quest - Nlxon, 686 464 Avenue The Council approved a slx foot sldeyard varlance to allow the construction of a 14~q~' x 24' carport attached to the west side of the dwelling at 686 q6½ Avenue due to the hardship of the topography of the lot provided that all three sides of the carport remain open. Regular Council Meeting April 9, 1990 page 4 Immaculate Conception Class B Gambling License ~ Mady's Bowling Lounge The Council directed the Clty Manager'to forward a letter to .the State Charitable Gambling Control Board Indicating that the City of Columbia Heights has no ob- jection to the renewal of a Class B charitable gambling license for the Church of the Immaculate Conception In conjunction wlth activities at Mady's Bowllng Lounge, 3919 Central Avenue and the Councll walved the remainder of the sixty day notice to the 1Dca1 governing board. Immaculate Conception Class B Gambling License - Church Activities The Council directed the City Manager to forward a letter to the State Charitable Gambling Control Board Indicating that the City of Columbia Heights has no ob- jection to the renewal of a Class B charitable gambling llcense for the Church of the Immaculate Conceptlon~ k030 Jackson .Street, Columbia Heights and that the City Council waived the remainder of the slxty day notice to the local governlng board. Teml~orary Signage The Council approved the attachment of a four foot diameter balloon to the tem- porary greenhouse at q300 Central Avenue for two, two-day time peri'ods (April 28-29, 1990 and May 12'13, 1990) subject to a $100 deposit being submitted to assure removal of the balloon on Aprll 30, 1990 and May lq, 1990. Joint Powers Agreement with New Brighton The Council authorized the entering into a Joint Powers Agreement with the City of New Brighton to sealcoat a portion of.Stlnson Boulevard divided by the cor- porate limit between the City of Columbla Heights and the City of New Brighton and authorized the Mayor and City Manager to execute the same. Authorization to Sell, Salvage, or Dispose of City ProPerty The Council authorized the sale, salvage, or disposal of surplus City property (fixed assets) as Indicated on the listing of surplus property dated April 3, 1990. Award of 1990 Tree Planting Contract The Council authorized the award of the 1990 tree planting contract to Greenworks, Inc. of Loretto, Minnesota based upon their low formal bld submitted at the various unit prices an~.options. Indicated In their proposal dated March 19, 1990 and authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter Into a contract for the same. Award of Topsoil Bid The Councll awarded the contract to Namar, Inc. of Frldley, Minnesota based on their Iow formal bid received specifically amounting to $5,95 per cubic yard picked up, $10.95 per cubic yard delivered In quantities of 100 to 500 yards, and $10.50 per cubic yard for quantities over 500 cubic yards and also authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter Into a contract for the same. Award of 'Sod Bid The Council awarded the 1990 sod contract to Robinson Landscaping of Clrcle Pines, Minnesota, based upon their low formal bid submitted at the various unit prices and options indicated In their proposal dated March 17, 1990 and authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter Into a contract for the same. Award of Tree Removal Contract The Council awarded the 1990-1991 Tree Removal Contract to Outside services of Anoka, Minnesota based upon their low formal bid of $10.75 per inch diameter on Regular Councll Meetlng Aprll 9, 1990 page S tree removal and $4.q5 per inch diameter for s~mp removal or a total of $11.20 per inch diameter end also authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter Into a contract for the same. Authorization for Training The Councll authorized Mlchael McGee to attend the D.A.R.E. training on April 22 to May 4 at Arden HIlls Tralnlng Center and authorized thepayment of a Iodglng and meal fee of $350.00. Authorization to Attend Conference " The Council authorized the attendance of Officers Terry Nightingale and Randy Bartlett at the Minnesota Law Enforcement Explorer Conference on April 26 through Apr11 29, I~0, authorized the payment of the officer reglstratlon fee of $105 each and authorized payment of $q90 to pay partial registration fees for the Explorers who attend, with such monies to come from.the Police'Oepartment budget. Out of Town Training The Council authorized the attendance of Officer deffrey danacek at the Enhanced Surveillance Techniques class in Washington, D.C. on May 21~25, 1990 and that the necessary expenses are authorized from the Police Department bu~lget. Authorization to Replace Fire Department Pager The Council authorized the purchase of five MInltor II Pagers wlth S-year expressed warranty from Motorola C&E, Inc. at a total cost of $1,85S, as replacements to existing Fl~e Department pagers and authorized the Mayor and City Manager to execute an agreement for same. Approval of License Applications The Council approved the 1990 Ilcense applications as listed upon 'payment of proper fees. ~ayment of Bills The Council approved the payment of bllls as listed out of proper funds. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Hotlon by Nawrockl, second by Clerkln to approve the Consent Agenda as pre- sented. Roll call: All ayes 5. OPEN MIK£/PROCLAM~TIONS Mayor Carlson read a proclamation designating Aprll 22 - 28, I~0 as Natlonal Library Week and presented it to the ~Llbrary 01rector, Becky Loader. The I~ayor also read proclamations designating April 22 - 28, 1990 as Volunteer Recognltlon Week and April 22, 19~O as Earth Day 19~0. Mayor Carlson .advised he presented a plaque to Verlln Vedders in recognition .of his service to the Houslng and Redevelopment Authority. The resident of 4931/33 Jackson Street advised the Council of her concerns with her water billing. She has attended previous Council meetings regarding thls matter. She was told she was billed oq actual usage. The City Manager Indicated this matter w111 be an Item of discussion at a Councll work session and the resident will be Invited to attend the work session. Regular Council Meeting April 9, 1990 page 6 6. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS All ordinances and resolution were on the Consent Agenda· 7. COMHUNICATIONS a. Piannlng and Zoning Commission 1. Sldeyard Variance - James Seubert, 3988 Hayes Street Members of the Planning and Zoning Commlsslon denied the request due to the lack of a hardship as defined by City Ordinance. Mr. Seubert Is appealing the denlal of the request. Motion by Paterson, second by Ruettlmann to grant a seven foot sldeyard variance to Install a 24' x 36' detached garage at 3988 Hayes Street. Roll call: All ayes b. Traffic Commission The Council had received the minutes of the Aprll 2, 1990 Traffic Commlsslon meeting. These were for informational purposes only and no Counc11'actlon was necessary. c. Request for Support - USA Cup '90 International Youth Soccer Tournament Councilmember Nawrockl felt this was not an appropriate use of city funds. Motion by Nawrocki, second by Clerkin to deny the request. This request is for funds to advertise in the Official Souvenir Program for the USA Cup ~90 soccer event to be held at the Blaine Soccer Complex and Natlonal Sports Center. Councilmember Ruettimann noted that this facility Is considered the best of its kind In the country and this event would draw teams from all over the world. Councilmember Paterson felt It would be an appropriate use of city funds. Mayor Carlson suggested that some of the Clty~s civic organizations may be willing to pay the costs for the ad from their gambllng dollars. Councllmember Paterson thought It would be unlikely they would be Inclined to pay for the £ity~s ad. . Motion by Nawrockl, Second by Clerkln'to table this matter until the next regular Council Meeting. Roll call: Nawrockl, Clerkln, Carlson - aye Ruettlmann, Paterson - nay d. Park Board Action Regarding Review of Rental Policy - Fee Structure for Political Parties Using Murzyn Hall At Its March 28th meeting the Park Board voted to recommend to the Clty Council that the City charge all polltlcal partles for use of Murzyn Hall. Councllmember Nawrockl felt that Murzyn Hall was built to be used by the community and that the questlon ls whether or not polltical parties-have added to the clvlc llfe of the community. He was of the oplnlon that they have. Motion by Nawrocki, second by Clerkln In recognition of several years of. existence and partlclpatlon In the clvic affalrs of our communlty, the Columbia Heights Democratic-Farmer-Labor and Independent-Republican clubs and Legislative District Regular Council Meeting April 9, 1990 page 7 organizations are hereby recognized as qualifying organizations under Section 2.2 of the John P. Murzyn Hall Management Plan. Councllmember Peterson expressed some concern with restrictlng the use without charge of Murzyn Hall to select groups. A resident In the audience suggested that any po]itlcal party should be encouraged to use the facility. Councilmember Nawrockl stated he made the motion so those parties who have been active in the clvlc llfe of the community can use the Hall. He observed that the authorlty to set the rates for usage of the Mall had been set by the Park Board. He felt thls should have been the responslbllty of the City Councll and requested thai'the rental rates be on a work session agenda. Roll call: All ayes e. St. /~atthew Church Summerfest Mayor Carlson received a letter from a member of St. Matthew Church regarding a Summerfest the Church Is having on June 12, 1990. The City Manager advised this request for street closings has to be reviewed by the Police Oepartment, the Fire Oepartment and the Publlc Works Department. He noted that'this matter w111 be on the next Council agenda. Th~ City Manager Indicated that some licen- sing requirements may also be involved with this matter. 8. OLD BUSINESS a. Acquisition of Site for Faml.ly Resource Center The HRA and the Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) has Identlfled a duplex at 4642 Taylor Street to house the ECFE Family Resource Center. Members of the ECFE and HRA staff had visited neighbors within 300 feet of the property at 4642 Taylor Street. They visited 45 neighboring families; 3 Individuals objected to the site being located in their area, 2 did not sign a survey Inquiring as to their position on this matter, and 40 Individuals expressed their acceptance' of the program as a neighbor. The staff Indicated thelr contlnulng efforts to contact and Inform the residents In the area. A petition was received from 24 residents in opposition of this location for the Resource Center. One of the circulators of the petltlon noted that many of those residents who had initially Indicated their support of this location have~ signed this petition in opposition. Motion by Nawrockl, second by Clerkln to receive the petition and place on flle. Roll cai1: All ayes A number of the area'residents felt this facility was not worthwhlle and that the program should be housed at the High School. ECFE staff explained that the Center will address the needs of families "at risk" and would be targeted at children 0 - 5 In age. Some of the resldents stated that they felt the program had merit but was being put in the wrong location. They also .Indicated that the area already had many problems with children, vandalism and crlme against property owners. The 0lrector of the ECFE program advised that the children who would be asslsted with this program are of an age, 0 - 5, where this type of behavlor would not be In evidence. Councllmember Nawrockl stated that Initially he was very crltlcal of thls program particularly with regards to Its funding source. He also felt It was more appropriate Regular Council Meeting April 9, 1990 page 8 If It were to be handled as an educational program by the'School 01strict. The State of Minnesota has recognized this program as being of considerable value. Councllmember Nawrockl noted that during the last electlon he received many indications that there are some areas In the City which need cleanlng up and he received strong comments that this area is one of them. After carefully reviewing the program, Its purpose, and visiting with many people about the program he is very supportive of lt. He recognized that youth.probi.ems exist but felt this program could glve youngsters a more healthy start In llfe where- by many of these problems could be avoided. He felt that helping young parents and their small children could reap many worthwhile beneflts.' Motion by Nawrocki, second by Ruettlmann that the City Council approve the Purchase Agreement attached as Exhibit A to acqulre the duplex at q6q2 Taylor Street N.E. contingent upon Anoka County Board approval of the COBG funds and the HRA Board approval of mortgage financing, and to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute appropriate documents for the same. Roll call: All ayes Councllmember Paterson requested that the neighbors give the program a.chan~e. Councllmember Nawrockl commended the staff on all'of the time and effort spent in visltlng with the area resldents. ': RECESS: 9:30 p.m. RECONVENE: 9:55 p.m. Reconsideration of LaBelle Pond Clean-Up At the March 26th Council meeting the matter of the LaBelle Pond clean-up was tabled for further consideration pending the probable cutbacks of State Aid and additional Information forthcoming from Anoka County regarding the results of the Countygs project In Highland Lake. Councilmember Peterson advised he has received numerous calls regarding this matter and requested reconsideration of the Councllgs action on March 26th. Mayor.Carlson suggested this Item be a subject for a.Councll work session. The City Attorney reviewed the time schedule regarding the Imposing of penalltles if the project is not completed within five years. Me advised that the Slx Cities Water Management Organization will do a comprehensive review. If the Clty does not go ahead with the clean-up It would have 'to seek an amendment to the comp- rehensive plan. Mayor Carlson noted that the City still has two years before anything has to be done regarding the clean-up.-The Assistant Clty Engineer felt the plan was adopted in 1988. Councllmember Ruettlmann observed that the City should commence the clean-up before another agency comes In and does It whereby it will be more costly. Councllmember Paterson felt the problem should be addressed now and not tabled and let to slt for three years. A resident stated that the odor from the Pond Is offensive and that many of the residents of the LaBelle Condos had prevlously lived In the City. She suggested that the time table ,for the cleaning be shortened and started soon. Notion by Peterson, second by Ruettlmann to reconsider the LaBelle Water (~uallty Project. Regular Council Meeting April 9, 1990 page 9 Councllmember Nawrockl Inquired as to the exact"nature of the problem In the Pond. A resident responded that a considerable amount of debris accumulates In the Pond, especially during the summer. Councllmember Ruettimann observed that three fourths of the City's storm sewers empty Into LaBelle Pond. Councllmember Nawrocki fe]t the problems need better defining. He noted that the Pond ls basically a storm sewer retentlon spot. He also felt the Issue could be brought to a Councli work sesslon without a formal motlon. The City Manager felt the Issue is the quality of the water In the Pond, nOt how it gets there nor where it comes from inltlally. The City Manager also observed that the maker and seconder of the motion had voted on the losing slde when thls Issue was addressed at the March 26thmeetlng, thereby making them inellglble to make the reconsideration motion. The motion was withdrawn. The Issue will be on an agenda for a May Council work session. NEW BUSINESS a. Software Support Agreement with Business Records Corporation There was a lenghty discussion regarding what this Agreement actually Included. Councllmember Nawrockl felt the maintenance costs were very costly. Motion by Peterson, second by Nawrockl to table this item until the next City Council meeting. Roll call: All ayes b. Cable Negotiations; AM Versus FM The Assistant to the City Manager advised that the staff is In the middle of the franchise renewal negotiations and recommended that the Councll table this matter.. She also noted that a public hearing must be held in June to satisfy the require- ments of the franchise renewal. The City Manager felt the Issue of AM'versus FM was never'resolved. Me addressed what could possibly happen If this matter goes to court. Councilmember Nawrocki, who serves on the negotiating committee, is convinced that the federa] government cares more for the cable providers than for the subscribers. Motion by Nawrockl, second by Ruettimann to table this item for purposes of the staff gettlng additional informatlon. Roll call: All ayes b. Request for Radio Tower Installation Hotlon by Peterson, second by Clerkln to deny the request of the Emmanuel Chrlstlan Center for placement of a low-power televlslon station antenna at the City's water tower location. Roll call: All ayes c. Establish Dates for Upcoming Work Sessions Motion by Nawrocki, second by Clerkln to establish a work session on Tuesday, April 17th lmmedlatety foliowlng the Publlc Improvement Hearlng and on Tuesday, April 24th at 7:30 In the City Council Chambers. Roll call: All ayes Mayor Carlson requested additional informatlon regarding sealcoatlng on Forest 0rlve. Regular Council Meeting April 9, 1990 page ! 0 Drive. He has been advised that residents In that area.are circulating a petition for presentation to the City Council regarding more Improvements being done on Forest Drive than just sealcoatlng. 10. REPORTS a. Report of the City Manager The City ManagerJs report was submitted In written form and the following Items were discussed: 1.Funding Alternatives for Proposed Water System Improvements: The Clty Manager advised that thls matter will be on a future ~ork session agenda. He w111 see all of the background Information about the issue will be given to the three new councilmembers. 2. Public Hearing Regarding Proposed Revision to Dumping Fees: It Is antlclpated that Anoka County haulers wli1 be receiving an Increased tlpping fee at the Elk River resource recovery facility. The Recycling Coordinator wlll be attending thls public hearing. The City Manager had directed her to suggest that the County consider other alternatives such as contracting for more garbage dlsposal at the facllity rather than an Increase in tipping fees. 3. Signalization at 37th and 39th Avenues and Stlnson Boulevard: Thls Item wlll be on a Council va3rk session agenda. 4. Jackson Pond Retaining Wall: At a previous Council meeting, Councllmember Nawrocki expressed his concern for the structural integrity of the retaining wall being constructed at Jackson Pond. In a memo from the Assistant City Engineer he was advised that the aesthetics of the wall have not been yet addressed and the memo detalled the construction. Councllmember Nawrockl stated he did not accept this explanation and had not Indicated a concern with the aesthetics of the wall but with Its alignment. The Assistant City Engineer explained the procedure which will be used to do the aesthetic re- pair of the wall. This procedure wlll use construction adhesive. Council- member questioned the long term feature of this adhesive. The Assistant City Engineer advlsed It carries a.one year warranty but she wlll request a letter statlqg thls feature from the manufacturer. 5. Weed Cutting Charges:The Clty. Manager had been requested to review the charges billed by the City for weed removal for the years 1985 through 1989. The City Manager reported that rebates wlll be made to a number of people. There appears to be only a couple of properties where a tractor did the ~ork. Council member Peterson felt only hand equipment was used'for weed cuttlng during the year 1989. 6. Housing Maintenance Code: The Building Inspector Indicated that approximately 200-300 applications for Inspections have been received to date. Inspections are being scheduled for up to one month In advance. The Clty Manager w111 be Including a status report on this matter in his ManagerJs Report at the Counc11 meetings. 7. Street Repairs.- q3rd Avenue, east of Central Avenue: Councllmember Nawrockl received a resident Inquiry regarding street repalr on q3rd Avenue, east of Central. He was advised by staff that this had been removed from the'improvement project list. The City Manager w111 consult wlth the City Engineer and report back to the Council. Councllmember Nawrockl noted that the street should have Regular Council Neetlng April 9, 1990 page 11 some maintenance work done It as there are large potholes and the surface is broken In many places. He requested the Councl]members to personally inspect h3rd Avenue from Central Avenue to Reservoir Boulevard. b. Report of the Clty Attorney The City Attorney gave a status report on condemned bulldlngs in. the City as follows: 5051 University Avenue: Contract let for demolition q600 Taylor Street: demolished q212 Fifth Street: Foreclosure begun and demolltlon bid accepted. Will be done within three months. 3982 Van Buren Street: Contract for demolition to be done In three weeks accepted. No fenclpg put up as dlrected by Council. ~633 Taylor Street: Ownership of this property went to HUD. A contractor will demolish In three weeks. hl] qOth Avenue: Extension on this property expired on April 6th. The Building Inspector noted that some work has been done and that a local contractor may be doing the rest of the work. The Building Inspector noted that there Is another property in the City which has to be repaired or demolished. He sent a letter advlslng the owner of this and stated that the repair or demolition must be completed wlthln 60 days. ADJOURNHENT Motion by Nawrocki, second by Ruettimann to adjourn the meeting at ll:~5 p.m.. Roll call: AIl ayes I~a~or Edward~t. Carls-on - O-Anne Student., C-ounci 1 Secretary 1990 REGULAR COUNC I L MEETING AND PLACED ON FILE il 3 Hay 10, 1990 CORRECTION OF MINUTES OF THE APRIL 9, 1990 COUNCIL MEETING The motion contained in the Agenda Letter contained the incorrect amount for removal of a stump. The correct motion is as follows: Consent Agenda Award of Tree Removal Contract The Council awarded the 1990-1991 Tree Removal Contract to Outside Services of Anoka, Minnesota, based upon their low formal bid of $10.75 per inch diameter on tree removal and $0.45 per inch diameter for stump removal or a total of $11.20 per inch diameter and also authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same. The following should be inserted into the 9b portion of the minutes (Cable Negotiations; AM Versus FM) and the first paragraph be deleted: The Assistant to the City Manager presented to the Council a proposed settlement agreement and release between the City of Columbia Heights and Cable TV North Central for resolution of the AM/FM issue. She indicated that the passage of the agreement and ordinance would provide the City with $100,000 cash and change the ordinance to read AM, rather than FM. She stated that the underlying effects of the passage of the proposed settlement agreement would have more far reaching results. Thus, it is staff's recommendation, that this item be tabled and additional information obtained as to the ramifications of acceptance or rejection. She also reminded the Council that the Cable Company had filed a request under Section 625, which the City Council would need to hold a public hearing on and respond to. /js May 10, 1 990 CORRECTION OF MINUTES OF THE APRIL 9, 1990 COUNCIL MEETING The motion contained in the Agenda Letter contained the incorrect amount for removal of a stump. The correct motion is as follows: Consent Agenda Award of Tree Removal Contract The Council awarded the 1990-1991 Tree Removal Contract to Outside Services of Anoka, Minnesota, based upon their low formal bid of $10.75 per inch diameter on tree removal and $0.45 per inch diameter for stump removal or a total of $11.20 per inch diameter and also authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same. The following should be inserted into the 9b portion of the minutes (Cable Negotiations; AM Versus FM) and the first paragraph be deleted: The Assistant to the City Manager presented to the Council a proposed settlement agreement and release between the City of Columbia Heights and Cable TV North Central for resolution of the AM/FM issue. She indicated that the passage of the agreement and ordinance would provide the City with $100,000 cash and change the ordinance to read AM, rather than FM. She stated that the underlying effects of the passage of the proposed settlement agreement would have more far reaching results. Thus, it is staff's recommendation, that this item be tabled and additional information obtained as to the ramifications of acceptance or rejection. She also reminded the Council that the Cable Company had filed a request under Section 625, which the City Council would need to hold a public hearing on and respond to. /js