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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 14, 1991OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS BOARD OF TRUSTEES VOLUNTEER RELIEF ASSOCIATION OCTOBER 14, 1991 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Carlson at 10:15 D.m. 1. ROLL CALL Nawrocki, Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Carlson - Dresent 2. ENGAGEMENT AGREEMENT FOR 1991 AUDIT Motion by Clerkin, second by Ruettimann to enter into an agreement with Malloy Karnowski & Co. P.A. to do the 1991 annual audit of the Volunteer Fire Relief Association at a cost not to exceed $1,325. Roll call: Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson - aye Carlson - nay Nawrocki - abstain 3. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to adjourn the Board of Trustees meeting at 10:18 p.m.. Roll call: All aye -]~ne Studer{t'7 Council Secretary Ma~or Edward-l~.~'~r']-son OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Carlson at 7510 p.m.. 1. ~ Nawrocki, Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Carlson - present 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. $. CONSENT AGENDA The following Items were passed on the consent agenda: Approval of M~nut~s The Council approved the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 23, 1991, the Volunteer Relief Association Meeting of September 25, 1991 and the Primary Election Canvass of September 25, 1991 as presented and there were no corrections. Resolution No. 9~-55; Beinc a Resolution Establishing ~992 License Fees The reading of the resolution was waived there being ample copies available for the public. RESOLUTION NO. 93-53 ESTABLISHING 1992 BUSINESS LICENSE FEES WHEREAS: Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, pertaining to commercial licensing regulations provides for establishing of annual license fees; and, WHEREAS: The City has participated in a survey of metropolitan municipalities regarding business license fees charged by other communities; and, WHEREAS: The City is attempting to maintain business licenses which are comparable; and, WHEREAS: The City annually reviews its business license fee schedule; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the attached proposed license fee schedule be adopted and effective January 1, 1992. Passed this 14th day of October, 1991. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 2 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Nawrocki Ruettimann Ail ayes Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Mayor Edward M. Carlson Resolution No. 91-56: Being & Resolution AdoDtina 1992 Salary and Fringe ~enef$~ Adtustments to Non-Union Supervisory Employees The reading of the resolution was waived there being ampme copies available for the public. RESOLUTION NO. 91-56 ADOPTING CHANGES IN NON-UNION SUPERVISORY SALARY RANGES, ESTABLISHING SALARIES OF NON-UNIONIZED SUPERVISORY POSITIONS, AND CHANGES IN FRINGE BENEFITS WHEREAS: The City of Columbia Heights adopted a Wage Compensation Program for Non-Unionized City Employees effective January 1, 1980 (Resolution No. 80-47), which indicated that on an annual basis changes will be adopted tn Group Salary Ranges based upon reliable survey data; and, WHEREAS: The City of Columbia Heights adopted a Comparable Worth Implementation Plan effective January 1, 1988 (Resolution No. 88-50), to assure comparable compensation for positions with comparable skill, effort, responsibilities, and working conditions, and proportional compensation for positions where such factors are different; and, WHEREAS: The City of Columbia Heights annually reviews the Employer's share for various insurance programs for its non-unionized supervisory employees to compare what is paid for other employee groups in the City; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights establishes salary ranges and fringe benefits for non-unionized supervisory City positions, as indicated in Schedule A which is on file in the Office of the City Manager, for calendar year 1992; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 3 establishes the salary for specific non-unionized supervisory City employee positions to be effective upon such affected City employee fulfilling the requirments specified in the Wage Compensation Program for salary change for such employee. Passed this 14th day of October, 1991. Offered by~ Seconded Roll calls Nawrocki Ruettimann All ayes Mayor Edward M. Carlson Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary ~esolut~on NO. 91-57~ ~eino a Resolution AdoDtina 1992 Salary and Frinoe Benefit Adjustments for Non-Union Essential and Confidential Employees The reading of the resolution was waived there being ample copies available for the public. ~ESOLUTION NO. 91-57 ADOPTING CHANGES IN NON-UNION ESSENTIAL AND CONFIDENTIAL SALARY RANGES, ESTABLISHING SALARIES FOR NON-UNIONIZED ESSENTIAL AND CONFIDENTIAL POSITIONS, AND CHANGES IN FRINGE BENEFITS WHEREAS: WHEREAS: WHEREAS: The City of Columbia Heights adopted a Wage Compensation Program for Non-Unionized City Employees effective January 1, 1980 (Resolution 80- 47), which indicated that on an annual basis changes will be adopted in Group Salary Ranges based upon reliable survey data~ and, The City of Columbia Heights adopted a Comparable Worth Implementation Plan effective January 1, 1988 (Resolution 88-50), to assure comparable compensation for positions with comparable skill, effort, responsibilities, and working conditions, and proportional compensation for positions where such factors are different~ and, The City of Columbia Heights annually reviews the Employer's share for various insurance programs for REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 4 its non-unionized essential and confidential employees to compare what is paid for other employee groups in the City; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Columbia Heights establishes salary ranges and fringe benefits for non-unionized essential and confidential City positions, as indicated in Schedule B which is on file in the Office of the City Manager, for calendar year 1992; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights establishes the salary for specific non- .unionized essential and confidential City employee positions to be effective upon such affected City employee fulfilling the requirements specified in the Wage Compensation Program for a salary change for such employee. Passed this 14th day of October, 1991. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Nawrocki Ruettimann All ayes Mayor Edward M. Carlson Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Resolution No. 91-59; ~gino aResoluttoN Certif¥ina Dellnauent Utility Charaes The reading of the resolution was waived there being ample copies available for the public. ~SOLUTION NO. 91-59 CERTIFICATION OF DELINQUENT UTILITY CHARGES BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS that WHEREAS, all delinquent utility users have been sent a delinquent bill, shutoff notice and a certification letter. BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, that t'he County Auditor be, and he is hereby directed, to levy the delinquent utility charges on the properties in the City of Columbia Heights as submitted on the attached sheet, totaling $3,223.84 pursuant to Minnesota State REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 5 Statute 444.075 Subd. $. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the aforegoing amounts shall be included in the individual real estate tax statements and identified there on as "Delinquent Utility Charges - Fund ~990.' SAID LEVIES shall be enforced and collected tn the manner provided for the enforcement and collection of state and county taxes under and tn accordance with the provisions of the general laws of the State. All assessments with penalties and interest, as indicated there on, paid to the County Treasurer shall belong to the City of Columbia Heights and shall be turned over to the City Treasurer in the manner provided by the City Charter and ordinances. Passed this 14th day of October, 1991. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Nawrocki Ruetttmann AIl ayes Mayor Edward M. Carlson Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Resolution No. 91-60~ Beina a Resolution CqN~l~¥ina Delinauent Special Assessments The reading of the resolution was waived there being ample copies available for the public. RESOLUTION NO. 91-60 CERTIFICATION OF DELINQUENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, that THE COUNTY AUDITOR be, and he is hereby directed, to levy the delinquent special assessments on the properties in the City of Columbia Heights as submitted on the attached pages and filed in the Assessment Book for 1991 totaling $59,463.44. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the foregoing amounts shall be included tn the Individual real estate tax statements for the current year and identified thereon as 'Special Assessments - Fund SAID LEVIES shall be enforced and collected in the manner REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 6 provided for the enforcement and collection of State and County taxes under and in accordance with the provisions of the general laws of the State. All assessments with penalties and interest as indicated thereon paid to the County Treasurer shall belong to the City of Columbia Heights and shall be turned over to the City Treasurer in the manner provided by the City Charter and Ordinances. THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS shall accept payments on these levies until October 8, 1991. Upon receipt of said payments the County will be notified to remove this levy from the tax rolls. Passed this 14th of October, 1991. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Nawrocki Ruettimann All ayes Mayor Edward M. Carlson Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Conditional Use Permit - ~025 Central Avenue N.E. The Council approved the Conditional Use Permit to allow the operation of a 154 seat restaurant at 5025 Central Avenue N.E. Parkina Restriction at 4220-4230 Central Avenue The Council approved restricting parking to a two-hour limit on the west side of Central Avenue in front of 4220 and 4230 Central Avenue; more specifically from a point 246.5 feet north of the centerltne of 42nd Avenue to a point 401.5 north of the centerline of 42nd Avenue, based upon the recommendation of the Traffic Commission. Northwestern ~lec~ronics Institute Lease The Council authorized the continuance of the lease agreement with Northwestern Electronics Institute for the purpose of conducting community youth and adult athletic programs and authorized the Mayor and City Manager to sign the a~reement for use of the facilities to April 25, 1992. Attorney Fees The Council authorized payment of $4,330.50 to Marshall and Associates, P.A. with a cost being paid from the self- insurance trust fund. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 7 ~ommunit¥ Service Officer Assianments The Council authorized the Police Department twenty hours per week of Community Service Officer staffing. Responsibility and funding is for twelve hours per week to conduct refuse type complaint follow up with the time to be charged to the Refuse Fund and liquor store security each Monday through Thursday from 8=00 - 10.00 P.M. with the cost to be charged to the Liquor Fund. License Application Approval The Council approved the license applications as listed upon payment of proper fees. Approval of Bills The Council approved the payment of the bills as listed out of proper funds. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Nawrocki, second by Ruettimann to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Roll call= All ayes OPEN MIKE/PROCL~U~ATIONS/PRESENTATIONS polish American Heritage Month Mayor Carlson read a proclamation Polish American Heritage Month in Heights. designating October as the City of Columbia The Mayor presented the proclamation to three representatives of the Sister Cities' Committee; Dolores Strand, Ted Nawrocki and Tony Maciascek. Dolores Strand advised that an official response has been received from Lomianki, Poland indicating the City's willingness to have a Sister City relationship with Columbia Heights. Councilmember Nawrocki said there is presently an exhibit in the Columbia Heights public library of Polish articles and memorabilia. He encouraged all present to view the exhibit. opeD Nike There was no one present for Open Mike. pUBLIC HEARINGS/RESOLUTIONS/ORDINANCES First Reading of Ordinance No. 1235; General Obligation Tax Increment Refunding Bonds - $6,685,000 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 8 Dan Hartmann, of Sprlngsted Financial Advisors, recommended the refunding. The City Manager reviewed the proposal and advised that the bid opening will be on November 25th. Councilmember Nawrocki expressed some concern with some of the language of the ordinance. Mayor Carlson also had some questions. Motion by NawrockI, second by Clerkin to table reading of Ordinance No. 1235 until the next regular Council Meeting. Roll call, All ayes be Resolution No. 91-54; Being a Resolution Regarding Labor Agreement between the City and AFSCME, Council No. 14, Local No. 495 - Engineering Technician Wage Ranges for Remainder of 1991 Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to waive the reading of the resclution there being ample copies available for the public. Roi! call: All ayes Councilmember Nawrocki stated he feels that the comparable worth calculations should be reviewed. The City Manager responded to review the entire comparable worth would take considerable time. He noted that it does have a provision for adjusting to market and feels the proposed wage for the Technician position ts a compromise. ~SOLUTIQN NO. 91-54 BEING A RESOLUTION REGARDING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ANDAMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, COUNCIL NO. 14, LOCAL NO. 495 BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that, WHEREAS, the present agreement between the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Council No. 14, Local No. 495, representing clerical and technical employees of the City and the City of Columbia Heights has 1991 wage rates established for the positions of Engineering Technician IV, Engineering Technician III and Engineering Technician II for employees hired prior to Council ratification of the City's Comparable Worth and Implementation Plan (July 25, 1988) and wage rates established for employees hired in these positions after that date: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 9 WHEREAS, based on current market rates for incumbants in such positions, and based on difficulty in recruitment of qualified employees in such positions; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that effective with the passage of this resolution, the 1991 wage ranges for current employees and future employees in such positions will be those as established for employees hired in such positions prior to the Council ratification of the City's Comparable Worth and Implementation Plan (July 25, 1988). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to execute the necessary documents to implement this action. Passed this 14th day of October, 1991. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Peterson Ruettimann All ayes Mayor Edward M. Carlson Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary C · Resolution No. 91-55; Being a Resolution Adopting 1992 Amendments to Existing Labor Agreement Between the City and AFSCME Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call, All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 91-55 BEING A RESOLUTION REGARDING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS AND AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL NO. 495 BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that: WHEREAS, the present agreement between the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Local 495, representing clerical and technical employees of the City, and the City of Columbia Heights has a wage and contribution to fringe benefit reopener for calendar year 1991; and, WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between the American REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 10 Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Local No. 495, representing clerical and technical employees of the City, and members of the City negotiating team, and said negotiations have resulted in a mutually acceptable provision regarding the wage and insurance articles; WHEREAS, a copy of said contract will be made available for inspection at the Office of the City Manager and is made a part hereof by reference; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the contract amendments as negotiated, be and are hereby established as the salary and fringe benefit adjustments for calendar year 1992 for AFSCME bargaining unit employees of the City. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized to execute this agreement. Passed this 14th day of October, 1991. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Ruettimann Peterson All ayes Mayor Edward M. Carlson Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Resolution No. 91-58; Subdivision Request for 1033 42nd Avenue This lotsplit is being requested by Ms. Mona Eckman to move a house from 278 Silver Lake Road In New Brighton to one of the parcels which will result from the lotspllt. Councilmember Nawrocki stated he had viewed the house and is concerned whether the deficiences can be corrected and if this move will be financially feasible. He also felt that splitting a lot before all of the utilities are in could make for an interesting legal question if the project is not completed. The City Attorney advised that this could be considered before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued. Staff noted that there is a prohibition on digging up streets for five years after they have been resurfaced. Councilmember Nawrocki requested that language which would address utility requirements be included in the REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 11 resolution. Mrs. Eckman stated she would like to have the house on the lot by January 1st and plans on moving into the house by July 1st. Motion by Peterson, second by Clerkin to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available for the public. Roll calls All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 91-58 SUBDIVISION REQUEST I, Mona A. Eckman, hereby request a split of PIN 36 30 24 23 0068 legally described as: Lot 39, Block 3, Reservoir Hills, Anoka County, Minnesota, except the north 165.00 feet and except the south 5.00 feet. THE DESCRIPTION HENCEFORTH TO BE: The west 59.5 feet of that part of Lot 39, Block 3, Reservoir Hills, Anoka County, Minnesota, lying southerly of the north 165.00 feet and northerly of the south 5.00 feet thereof. That part of Lot 39, Block 3, Reservoir Hills, Anoka County, Minnesota, lying easterly of the west 59.3 feet, southerly of the north 165.00 feet and northerly of the south 5.00 feet thereof. The excavation into 42nd Avenue will be allowed to provide the utilities. Be it further resolved that special assessments of record in the office of the City of Columbia Heights as of this day, a~ainst the above described property, in the amount of $ NONE be divided. Paid. Any pending or future assessments will be levied according to the new split as approved this day. Any lotsplit ~iven approval shall become invalid if the resolution, motion or other Council action approving the said lotsplit is not filed with the County Auditor within one year of the date of the Council action. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 12 PLANNING & ZONING DEPT. ACTION Approval Recommended This 1st day of October, 1991. Offered by: Larson 'Seconded by= Deering Roll call~ All ayes Evelyn Nygaard Zoning Officer CITY COUNCIL ACTION Approved This 14th day of October, 1991. Offered by: Peterson Seconded by: Clerkin Roll call: All ayes Mona A. Eckman (sig.) Signature of Owner 1033 42nd Avenue Owner's Address Phone * 788-7618 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 13th day of September, 1991. Jane Ann Gleason Notary Public Mayor Edward M. Carlson Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary FEE $10.00 DATE PAID 9-13-91 RECEIPT NO. 0036 Award of Contract to woodlake Sanitary Services, Inc. The City Manager advised that the service whlch would be provided by Woodlake Sanitary Services, Inc., which is the low responsible bidder, would be exactly the same as the City has had. There would be no rate increase through 1992 and the only change which might occur in 1993 would be caused by an increase by Anoka County in the tipping fees. Councllmember Clerkin inquired if any problems are anticipated with the change of haulers. A representative of Woodlake responded there will be a team of people coming in during the transition period to avoid any problems. Councilmember Nawrocki had questions regarding the reduced senior citizen rate. It was noted that there will be a volume" rate which can be an option for the residents. This rate has not been determined at this point. Councilmember REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 13 Nawrocki inquired how this information will be made available to residents. The Assistant to the City Manager responded that it will be included in the utility bills and in the City newsletter as well as in the two newspapers which serve the City. Mayor Carlson inquired how call-backs will be handled. He was advised that all of the hauling trucks are radio dispatched and that they can be called back to retrieve missed refuse. Motion by Clerkin, second by Nawrocki to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with Woodlake Sanitary Service, Inc. for the collection of garbage, rubbish, major appliances, large items, recycling and yard waste for the period of January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1993, based on low, responsible proposal received. Roll call: All ayes Ordinance No. 1233 (pertaining to licensing requirements for bingo halls) Ordinance No. 1232 (pertaining to operation of bingo halls as a conditional use within the RB District) and Ordinance No. 1234 (pertaining to required off-street parking of bingo halls) Motion by Ruettimann, second by Nawrocki to remove these three ordinances from the agenda for discussion at a Council work session. Roll call: All ayes COMMUNICATIONS Park and Recreation Commission Recommendation on Exchange of Park Lands The Commission is recommending that the City Council look at selling certain park land in Southwest Park and buying an addition to Huset Park. The purpose of the recommendation is to obtain land that is more useful to the general public for park purposes· Councilmember Nawrocki suggested that an informational meeting be scheduled for residents around the area of Southwest Park to apprise them of what is being considered for Southwest Park. He noted that a stron~ commitment was made to these residents in the past regarding this park. Motion by Nawrocki, second by Ruettimann to authorize the City Manager to enter into informal discussions with residents between 39th and 40th Avenues on the west side of Main Street about park property north of Advance Flex 2REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 14 II. Councilmember Ruettimann suggested these residents be invited to the November meeting of the Park Board. Councilmember Peterson clarified that no action was needed for staff to pursue the purchase of property adjacent to Huset Park. Roll call= Nawrocki, Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson - aye Carlson - nay New Office Location of City Attorney Councilmember Nawrocki expressed his extreme displeasure with the City Attorney firm relocating the firm's offices in another city. Recognition of Public Works Employees Mayor Carlson commended two Public Works employees, Joe Ocel and Terry Randall, for their quick reaction to a paint spill into Sullivan Lake. He noted that the clean up of this material was terrific and that the immediate response of these two employees averted a major problem. The Councilmembers endorsed the Mayor's recognition of these employees. Regional Transit Board Meeting Councllmember Nawrocki distributed announcements of the October 16th breakfast meeting of the RTB. He encouraged members of the Council and staff to try to attend this meeting. OLD ~USlNESS Huset Park Skating Rink Motion by Ruettimann, second by Nawrocki to authorize the expenditure of $6,504 to purchase 8 light fixtures from the Carnes Group, under Joint Purchasing Agreements, to authorize the City Manager to proceed with the installation of concrete bases necessary to install the light fixtures under the City's 1991 miscellaneous concrete contract, to authorize the City Manager to seek proposals for electrical work necessary to install the lights and to reconnect the hockey lights moved from Huset Park to HcKenna Park, and to authorize the City Manager to seek proposals for a crane necessary to set light poles, provided our own equipment cannot do the Job. Roll call: All ayes 9. NEW BUSINESS REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 15 Continuation of Cleaning Service Contract Motion by Clerktn, second by Peterson to enter into an agreement with Town and Country Office Cleaning Company to clean City Hall, the Library, and the Public Works Service Center for $2,775 per month; and that the Mayor and City Manager are authorized to sign an agreement for said services. Councilmember Nawrocki inquired if this matter had gone out for bids. The City Manager responded that it had not but that this firm was low bidder previously. The present contract did not allow for an extension. The City Attorney could not address the legality of this action unti! he had seen the agreement. The City Manager requested the matter be tabled· Motion by Clerkin, second by Nawrocki to table this item until the next Council meeting. Roll call~ All ayes Engagement Agreement for 1991 Audit The Finance Director advised that the firm being recommended is the same firm used by the City for the last two years but it has had a name change. Councilmember Nawrocki compared the assets of the City and the costs for this audit to those of the MTC. He felt the City was not getting a particularly good deal and recommended this item go out for bids. The Finance Director recommended that the City stay with a firm which has municipal experience. Motion by Carlson to direct staff to go out for bids. Motion dies for lack of a second. Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with Malloy Karnowski & Co. P.A. to conduct an annual City audit at a cost not to exceed $17,925 plus $1,550 for typing of the report for a total cost of $19,475. Roll call: Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson - aye Carlson - nay Nawrocki - abstain Pet Licenses Councilmember Nawrocki noted that the recommended increases for licenses were quite high. The City Manager said that this increase may Just cover the overhead and the administrative costs. Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to approve the REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 16 10. pet licenses issued for a period of two years, ending on December 31 of the second year, at a rate of $5.00 for spayed/neutered animals and $7.00 for non-spayed/neutered animals and that proof of rabies vaccination, within the past twelve months, be required to obtain eaid license. Roll calls Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson - aye Carlson, Nawrocki - nay Change Order ,9010-1 Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to authorize Change Order ,9010-1 in an amount of $2,410 to W.B. Miller, Inc. with funding coming from the unexpended retained earnings of the Sewer Fund~ and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the agreement. Roll call: All ayes Addition to Discussion - Light at Skating Rink Councilmember Nawrocki suggested staff contact the HRA Director regarding installation of the lights at the skating rink at Huset Park. He noted that there is presently some concrete work being at Parkview Villa South. Change Order for Liquor Operation Cash Registers Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with Retail Data Systems to amend the purchase agreement for cash registers from Casio SA 2000 registers, to Oasis SA 2100 registers at a cost increase of $4,200. Roll call: All ayes Contract with Springsted and Miller Schroeder Motion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with Springsted for financial advisor services for the City which will also include the HRA. Roll call~ Al! ayes Motion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with Miller Schroeder for bond underwriting services for the City which will also include theHRA. Roll calls All ayes REPORTS Report.of the City Manager The City Manager's report was submitted in writin~ and the following additional items were discussed: Condemned House: The City Manager advised that the house REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 17 at 4118 Seventh Street, which had been condemned, was torn down last week. The property owner submitted plans for a house to be built on the parcel. Vandalism to Trees in Prestemon Parks Trees in Prestemon Park were vandalized and destroyed. The City Manager stated it would cost approximately $6,000 to replace these trees. He noted there is no insurance coverage for these trees nor is there any funding in the Park Department budget for these costs. He recommended that funds from the Self Insurance Trust could be used for replacement. Motion by Ruettimann, second by Clerkin to authorize the expenditure of up to $6,000 to replace the damaged trees in Prestemon Park. It was noted that trees in Prestemon Park have been damaged three times in three years. Councilmember Nawrocki wondered if it made sense to replace the trees until something has been done to resolve the problem. The City Manager responded that the neighbors of the park have some expectations for replacement. Councilmember Ruettimann felt the trees should be replaced so the individual damaging them could be caught, noting that time is not the concern but catching the vandal is.Councilmember Peterson could not support replacing the trees at this time and felt this vandalism may stop if there were no more trees in the park to vandalize. He suggested the replanting wait until spring. Roll calls Clerkin, Ruettimann, Carlson - aye Nawrocki, Peterson - nay H~ll~op Police and Rescue Services Contract= The City Manager advised that the Hilltop City Council had agreed to the costs for Police Service but had concern with the costs for rescue service calls. These calls, which cost $150 per call, have been growing and there is no control over the number of calls. Hilltop is requesting a constant for five years and a contract which could only be cancelled for cause. The City Manager did not feel this was unreasonable. This was only a status report and the contract will be brought to a Council work session for continued discussion. Columbia .Height$-Fridle¥ Water Pro~ect: Councilmember Nawrocki inquired if this project includes restoration. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 PAGE 18 Me was advised that it did. Hot Meals for Shut-ins= A letter was received from the Mot Meals for Shut-Ins Program indicating they could not accept funding from the C.D.B.G. program as they could not comply with the insurance requirements of the program. Councilmember Nawrocki expressed his disappointment in this organization having to relinquish this funding as the program assists people to stay in their own home as well as save money for social services. Mayor Carlson had requested the City Attorney to review this matter. The City Attorney had not followed through as he had understood it had been resolved. He was requested to do further work on the matter. The City Manager felt the organization had received very poor response with the City's efforts to be of assistance. Status of LaBelle Pond: The Public Works Director advised that LaBelle Pond is being tested each month for water quality. The depth of the pond is being surveyed and consideration is being given to improving the pond. He felt the schedule for improving the pond is on schedule and he will copy the Councilmembers on all data received to date. Cable Television: Mayor Carlson noted there is to be an increase in cable television rates and an increase in late payment charges. Me questioned the legitimacy of a late payment charge in that this is a pre-pay for service. be Report of.the City Attorney The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Clerkin, second by Ruettimann to adjourn the meeting at 10:15 p.m.. Roll call= All ayes o-A'nne S~uden%~, Council Secretary M~yor Edward M. Carlson