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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 13, 1992OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 The Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Murzyn at 7:05 p.m. 1. ROLL CALL Nawrocki, Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - present 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were on the Consent Agenda: Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings The Council approved the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of March 23, 1992, the Cable Television Public Hearing of April 2, 1992, the Columbia Heights Board of Trustees - Fire Relief Association of April 8, 1992, and the Board of Review of April 9, 1992 as presented and there were no corrections. Appointments to Boards and Commissions The Council appointed Mike Zmuda to a vacancy on the Human Services Commission with a term expiring in April, 1995 and appointed Dick Petkoff to an unexpired term on the Park and Recreation Commission with a term expiring in April, 1993. Removal of a "10 Minute" Parking Restriction at 322 40th Avenue Northeast The Council approved the removal of the "10 Minute" parking restriction at 322 40th Avenue Northeast, allowing parking anytime, based on the recommendation of the Traffic Commission. Final Payment and Acceptance of Municipal Project ~8600 The Council accepted the work for Municipal Project #8600 (44h Avenue, Jackson Street to Reservoir Boulevard) and recommended to Mn/DOT final payment of $10,852.97 to Thomas and Sons of Ramsey, Mn. Authorization to Seek Bids for Fire Hydrants The Council authorized staff to seek quotations on replacement of fire hydrants. Approval of License Applications The Council approved the license applications as listed upon payment of proper fees. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 2 Approval of Payment of Bills The Council approved the payment of bills as listed out of proper funds. 4. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Nawrocki, second by Clerkin to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Roll call: All ayes 5. OPEN MIKE/PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS Proclamations a. Loyalty Day Proclamation Mayor Murzyn read the proclamation designating May 2, 1992 as Loyalty Day. b. Buddy Poppy Day Proclamation Mayor Murzyn read the proclamation designating May 8, 1992 as Buddy Poppy Day. The Mayor presented the two above-mentioned proclamations to representatives of V.F.W. Post #230. Contribution From Columbia Park Clinic Mayor Murzyn acknowledged the generous contribution received from Columbia Park Clinic for the holiday lighting project. Open Mike The resident at 4315 Fifth Street Northeast suggested that the City Council consider allowing only property owners to park their private vehicles in front of their homes. He felt this would alleviate the inconveniences associated with long term parking of vehicles owned by those other than the property owners. Als0, he suggested that the vehicles be tagged and eventually towed. 6. PUBLIC HEARING/ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS a. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1216, Being an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, as Amended, Pertaining to Building and Construction Motion by Nawrocki, second by Ruettimann to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 3 ORDINANCE NO. 1216 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, AS AMENDED, PERTAINING TO BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1: Section 6.201(1) of the City Code of 1977, as amended, passed June 21, 1977, as amended by Ordinance No. 921, passed October 15, 1980, and as amended by Ordinance No. 1059, passed October 12, 1983, and as amended by Ordinance No. 1172, passed September 26, 1988, which currently reads as follows, to wit: 6.201(1) The 1987 Building Code of the State of Minnesota, Chapters 1300, 1305, 1310, 1315, 1320, 1330, 1340, 1355, 1360 and 1365, together with 1985 UBC Appendices Chapter 38 and 70 and Chapter 1335 (Flood Proofing Regulations), as currently amended and to the extent that such Flood Proofing Regulations do not conflict with Chapter 9, Article III of this Code, is hereby adopted by reference to regulate building and construction standards for work performed and materials used within the City. Every provision contained in said Code is hereby adopted and made a part of this Code as if fully set forth herein. The short title of said Code shall be the Building Code. is herewith amended to read as follows, to wit: 6.201(1) The current Minnesota State Building Code, Chapters 1300, 1301, 1302, 1305, 1315, 1330, 1340, 1346, 1350, 1355, 1360, 1365, and 1370 as currently amended together with UBC Appendices Chapter 12, Division 2 and Chapter 55 thereof, is hereby adopted by reference together with all amendments to and supplements thereof to regulate building and construction standards for work performed and materials used within the City. Every provision contained in said Code is hereby adopted and made a part of this Code as if fully set forth herein. The short title of said Code shall be the Building Code. Section 3: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First reading: Second reading: Date of passage: March 23, 1992 April 13, 1992 April 13, 1992 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 4 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Nawrocki Ruettimann All ayes Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr. Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary b. Resolution No. 92-11= Be~na a Resolution Establishina Refuse, Recycling and Yard Waste Collection Rates for ~esidential Service Effective January 1, 1992, and Multiple Dwelling Vat Service Effective May ~, 1992. The City Manager explained that the resolution was prompted because some of the mulitiple dwellings in the City were not in compliance and that some dwellings were using compacted refuse versus loose refuse. Motion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 92-11 BEING A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING REFUSE, RECYCLING AND YARD WASTE COLLECTION RATES FOR RESIDENTIAL SERVICE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1992, AND FOR MULTIPLE DWELLING SERVICE EFFECTIVE MAY 1, 1992 WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977 (as amended) pertaining to garbage, rubbish and recycling service provides for the setting of appropriate rates for the services rendered; and, WHEREAS, the City awarded a two-year contract to Woodlake Sanitary Service, Inc. to provide refuse, recycling and yard waste collection service in the City of Columbia Heights; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following monthly refuse, recycling and yard waste collection service rates be adopted and put into effect as of January 1, 1992, on all billings rendered thereafter for residential service, and put into effect as of May 1, 1992, on all billings rendered thereafter for multiple dwelling vat service and City facilities vat service. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 5 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE Private Residences - One .Pickup Per Week (and per unit in additional dwelling units of two family buildings) ..................... $ 17.10 Senior Citizens - One Pickup Per Week (as defined by Council Resolution establishing eligibility ..................... $ 13.22 Limited Volume - One Pickup Per Week (as defined by administrative procedure and contract between City and Woodlake Sanitary Service, Inc.) ............................... $ 14.98 MULTIPLE DWELLING SERVICE Non-Compacted Vat Service: One pickup per week charge per cubic yard .... $ 35.00 Two pickups per week charge per cubic yard...$ 70.00 Three pickups per week charge per cubic yard. S105.00 Four pickups per week charge per cubic yard..$140.00 Five pickups per week charge per cubic yard..$175.00 Compacted Vat Service: One pickup per week charge per cubic yard .... $ 95.00 Two pickups per week charge per cubic yard...$190.00 Three pickups per week charge per cubic yard. S285.00 Four pickups per week charge per cubic yard..$380.00 Five pickups per week charge per cubic yard..$475.00 Six pickups per week charge per cubic yard...$570.00 Other Refuse Service: Yard waste and recycling per dwelling unit...$ 2.99 Administration and overhead per customer ..... $ 1.93 Passed this 13th day of April, 1992. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Nawrocki Peterson All ayes Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr. Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 6 Motion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to amend the current contract with BFI - Woodlake to include a rate for compacted refuse of $89.63 per compacted cubic yard, once per week pickup, per monthly charge; this rate to become effective May l, 1992; and to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for same. Roll call: All ayes c. Police Pension Legislation Legislation presently under consideration at the Legislative Session by the Legislative Commission on Pensions and Retirements was brought to the attention of the Council by Police Captain Olson. The change to the legislation being considered was minor, that being, changing the word "shall" to "may." This change was being requested as it was felt the employee's contribution to their pension should be a negotiated issue. The City Manager advised that the legislation has been passed by the Senate and is presently on the General Orders of the House of Representatives. He noted that if there are any changes to the version presently before the House, the bill would be sent back to a conference committee and then returned to both bodies. Some members of the Council felt that more time should have been allowed for Council review. Councilmember Nawrocki stated he was not supportive of the change. The City Attorney was requested to draft a motion which addressed this issue and present it later in the meeting. COMMUNICATIONS a. Planning and Zoning Commission Conditional Use Permit Motion by Nawrocki, second by Clerkin to approve the Conditional Use Permit to allow operation of the Headstart Program at 825 41st Avenue .Northeast. Roll call: All ayes b. Traffic Commission Request to Provide a 50' Bus Loading Zone at NEI, 825 41st Avenue Northeast REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 7 Motion by Ruettimann, second by Clerkin to provide a 50' bus loading zone at the west door of NEI, 825 41st Avenue Northeast, based on the recommendation of the Traffic Commission. Roll call: All ayes Request to Provide a Handicap Parking Space at 696 40th Avenue Northeast Motion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to authorize the installation of a handicap parking sign in front of 696 40th Avenue Northeast, based on the recommendation of the Traffic Commission. Roll call: All ayes OLD BUSINESS a. Review of the Volunteer Coordinator Concept The City Manager reviewed the history and concept of this position. Councilmember Nawrocki stated that originally he had been supportive of this position for a two year trial period, but with the budget problems facing the City he is no longer supportive. Motion by Nawrocki to drop the position of Volunteer Coordinator from the budget at the present time. Motion dies for lack of a second. Councilmember Nawrocki stated he feels it is regrettable that the City Council is not choosing to look further at this position in light of all of the comments received regarding eliminating the position. He stated his support for adding another police officer position. Councilmember Clerkin inquired if there were funding available for this position. The City Manager replied that some of the people who have applied for the position appear to be grant-oriented persons, but he does not personally know if funds are available. He noted that statistics support increased volunteerism. Councilmember Ruettimann felt the matter should be tabled for discussion at a Council work session. He noted that the Council has never held any discussions regarding eliminating City employee positions. Me also felt that volunteerism would be very beneficial for a City of this size. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 8 Motion by Ruettimann to table the matter of a Volunteer Coordinator Concept. Councilmember Nawrocki observed that there was not a motion made which could be tabled. Motion by Peterson, second by Clerkin to approve the City Manager hiring a Volunteer Coordinator. Councilmember Peterson suggested that the idea for this position was to save the City money. The City Manager advised the salary and fringe benefits established for 1992 was $30,973. If it is filled for the remainder of the year from May to December the cost would be $23,318. Councilmember Nawrocki noted he had surveyed other cities who have a similar position. He had discussed this matter with the Maple Grove City Manager who did not indicate there has been any savings at this point in time. Councilmember Peterson felt that perhaps Columbia Heights could be first and innovative in some areas rather than wait for other cities to take action. He recalled how a group in the City had backed off of using volunteers to build a community center and an ice arena. A 150% return from this position is expected as stated by the City Manager. Roll call: Clerkin, Peterson, Murzyn - aye nay Ruettimann - abstain. Nawrocki - Councilmember Nawrocki stated he will not pursue the addition of another policeman to the force. b. Volunteer Firefighting Negotiating Team/Individual Councilmember Nawrocki indicated an interest in serving on the negotiating team. Councilmember Ruettimann felt the City Manager should also serve on the team. NEW BUSINESS a. Job Description of Council Secretary Motion by Peterson, second by Clerkin to adopt the amended job description for the position of Council Secretary, effective April 1, 1992. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 9 b. Police Pension Legislation (cont.) As requested, the City Attorney drafted language to incorporate the suggested change in the police pension legislation. Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to direct City staff to contact Representative Wayne Simoneau and request that legislation entitled "Columbia Meights Police Relief Association Benefit and Related Changes" Section #2 (Required Employee Contributions) be changed to read, "Each active member .......... shall (delete) ..... may (insert) ....................... Roll call: Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - aye Nawrocki - nay c. Waterline Construction Participation Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to transfer $3B,557 from 601-49449-5130 (Water Construction Fund) to Fund #401 (Capital Improvement Fund). Councilmember Nawrocki referred to the Joint Powers Agreement for this project. He noted that the Agreement was between the cities of Columbia Heights and Hilltop as well as School District #13. In Section 3 the Agreement states that all of the construction costs will be paid by School District #13. Noting that some of the School Distict is located in Fridley, he felt it was unfair for the water consumers of Columbia Heights to have to pay the costs of all of this project. Councilmember Ruettimann was of the opinion it would not be cost effective to hire attorneys to pursue this matter. Councilmember Nawrocki felt there was a significant number of Fridley residents who should be responsible for the costs of the project. Roll call: Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - aye Nawrocki - nay d. Tax Increment Administration Expense An invoice was received from Anoka County for charges associated with its administering the tax increment financing laws of the State as they relate to the tax increment districts in Columbia Heights. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 10 Councilmember Nawrocki recognized that Anoka County has the authority to charge but felt the City should determine if the charges are appropriate. The City Manager advised that there is no way to accurately document these charges. The costs will come from the Tax Increment Financing Debt Service Fund. Some members of the Council felt there should be more explanation forthcoming from Anoka County Justifying the costs and what the charges will be if this is an on-going practice. Motion by Ruettimann, second by Clerkin to table this matter for additional information. Roll call: All ayes Establish Weed Billing Rate Councilmember Nawrocki inquired what the weed cutting fee was in 1991. He was advised it was $60.00 per hour and is traditionally double the amount charged by the contractor. It was noted that the fees charged are based on the "actual time consumed." Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to establish the weed cutting fee charged to property owners at $50.00 per hour for 1992. Roll call: All ayes Award of 1992-1993 Tree Removal Program Motion by Nawrocki, second by Clerkin to award the 1992- 1993 Tree Removal Contract to Arps Tree Service of Anoka, Minnesota, based upon their low formal bid of $10.39 per inch diameter on tree removal and $ .54 per inch diameter for stump removal or a total of $10.93 per inch diameter or alternative bid of $4.50 for stump removal by hand where chipping is not possible; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same. Roll call: All ayes Award of Bid for Tree Replanting Program Motion by Clerkin, second by Peterson to award the 1992 Tree Replanting contract to Fair's Garden Center of Maple Grove, Minnesota, in an amount of $16,600, based upon their low formal bid submitted for the unit prices submitted in their proposal dated March 23, 1992; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 11 enter into an agreement for the same. Roll call: All ayes Award of Sod Bid Motion by Clerkin, second by Ruettimann to award the 1992 sod contract to Robinson Landscaping of Lino Lakes, Minnesota, based upon their low formal bid submitted at the various unit prices and options indicated in their proposal dated March 26, 1992; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same. Roll call: All ayes i. Award of Bid for Topsoil Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to award the purchase of topsoil for 1992 to Brighton Excavating Company of New Brighton, Minnesota, based upon their low formal bid, at a unit price of $7.50 per cubic yard picked up and $10.00 per cubic yard delivered; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Roll call: All ayes Award of Bid for Asphaltic Material Motion by Ruettimann, second by Clerkin to award the bid and to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement to purchase the 1991-1992 asphaltic materials contract with Koch Materials Company of St. Paul, Minnesota, based upon their low formal bid for the unit prices as follows: Material Unit Price Delivered SS-1 Emulsion MC - 30 MC - 250 CRS - 2 $0.5212 per gallon $0.7248 per gallon $0.7248 per gallon $0.4712 per gallon Roll call: All ayes Unit Price P/U $0.5000/gal. $0.7000/gal. $0.7000/gal. $0.4500/gal. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 12 Award of Bid for Road Aggregates Motion by Ruettimann, second by Clerkin to award the bid for and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement to purchase road aggregate materials for the 1992- 1993 season based upon low formal bids received, at the unit prices and from the vendors as follows: MATERIAL COMPANY UNIT PRICE Bid A - FA - 2 Aggregate J.L. Shiely Co. J.L. Shiely Co. 8.32 per ton del. 6.97 per ton p/u Bid B - FA - 3 Aggregate Dresser Trap Dresser Trap $13.00 per ton del. $ 8.50 per ton p/u Bid C - Class 5 Aggregate Barton Sand&Gravel J.L. Shiely Co. 5.40 per ton del. 4.62 per ton p/u Bid D - Alternate Class 5 Aggregate Barton Sand&Gravel Midwest Asphalt 5.40 per ton del. 3.65 pr ton p/u Bid E - Select Gran Barton Sand&Gravel Borrow J.L. Shiely Co. 4.30 per ton del 4.07 per ton p/u Bid F - Class 2 Aggregate J.L. Shiely Co. J.L. Shiely Co. $ 6.01 per ton del. $ 4.62 per ton p/u Bid G - Sanding Sand Barton Sand&Gravel J.L. Shiely Co. 4.48 per ton del. 4.02 per ton p/u Bid H - Coarse Aggregate Hassan Sand J.L. Shiely Co. 8.85 per ton del. 7.52 per ton p/u Roll call: Ail ayes Award of Plant Mixed Bituminous Materials Motion by Peterson, second by Clerkin to award the bid and to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement to purchase the 1992-1993 plant mixed bituminous REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 13 materials based upon low formal bids received at the unit prices and from the vendors as follows: MATERIAL COMPANY UNIT PRICE 3/8" MC Fine 3/8" AC Fine 1/2" AC Fine Winter Patch-Mix UPM Sylvax AC Fine Sand Mix No bids submitted Midwest Asphalt $24.35 per ton del. Bituminous Roadways $19.00 per ton Midwest Asphalt $24.35 per ton del. Bituminous Asphalt $18.75 per ton p/u Commercial Asphalt $77.75 per ton del. Commercial Asphalt $75.75 per ton p/u Midwest Asphalt $24.90 per ton del. Bituminous Roadways $19.00 per ton p/u 2331 - Type 31 Base Midwest Asphalt $22.50 per ton del. Bituminous Roadways $17.50 per ton p/u 2331 - Type 41 Binder Midwest Asphalt $23.00 per ton del. Bitumimous Roadways $17.75 per ton p/u 2331 - Type 41 Wear Midwest Asphalt $23.55 per ton del. Bitumious Roadways $18.25 per ton p/u 2332 - Recycled Base Midwest Asphalt $22.50 per ton del. Bituminous Roadways $17.00 per ton p/u Midwest Asphalt $ 5.00 per ton p/u Midwest Asphalt $ 1.00 per ton del. Bituminous Concrete With Steel Concrete Without Steel Midwest Asphalt Midwest Asphalt 7.50 per ton p/u 3.50 per ton del. Midwest Asphalt Midwest Asphalt 6.00 per ton p/u 2.00 per ton del. Roll call: All ayes Authorization to Purchase a 2 1/2 Ton Roller Motion by Ruettimann, second by Clerkin to authorize staff to purchase a 1992 Ingersoll-Rand Model DD22 roller from Aspen Equipment Company of Savage, Minnesota, for a total cost of $21,795 including a trade-in of the 1971Galion roller Unit #31, and the four bids received from Ziegler, Inc., Rufferidge-Johnson Equipment, Tri-State Bobcat and Case Power Equipment which were non-responsive to the bid specifications be rejected per the review of the Acting City Engineer. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 14 n. Award of Silver Lake Lift Station Upgrade - Project W9120 Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to accept the low primary bid and reject the alternate as presented by staff and to authorize staff to award the Silver Lake Lift Station Upgrade to Ford Construction Company, Inc. of Excelsior, Minnesota, for a total cost of $46,995 with the understanding tht if the volute is found to be in good condition, the total cost to the City will be $37,995; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Roll call: All ayes Authorization to Install Water Service to JPM Hall - Project #9127 The budgeted amount for this project was $6,000. The City Manager advised that the overage will come from the JPM Hall budget. Motion by Clerkin, second by Ruettimann to award the installation of water service line at John P. Murzyn Hall to Olson Plumbing of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, in the amount of $9,979; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Roll call: All ayes Authorization to Enter into an Engineering Services Agreement with City of St. Anthony Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to authorize an engineering services agreement with the City of St. Anthony which includes utilizing the Xerox 2510 engineering copier; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Roll call: All ayes Authorization to Seek Bids to Improve Accessibility to the Park Buildings Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize staff to seek sealed bids for accessibility improvements to the park buildings. Roll call: All ayes Authorization to Seek Bids for the Huset Park Skating Rink Lighting Motion by Ruettimann, second by Clerkin to authorize staff to seek bids to install new lights at Huset Park skating rink, move existing lights from Huset Park rink to McKenna hockey rink and install speakers on the lights at Huset Park skating rink. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 15 10. Maintaining Election Precinct Boundaries Motion by Clerkin, second by Ruetttmann to maintain Columbia Heights' precinct boundaries along the same precinct boundary lines as on January 1, 1990. Roll call: All ayes Debris Mentioned at Board of Review Councilmember Nawrockt showed members of the City Council photos of debris, coverless garbage cans and trash in the area near 4522 and 4526 Tyler Street. He noted that this area had been mentioned by concerned residents from the area at the Board of Review. This matter will be followed. Environmental Impact Statement Comments on the Environmental Impact Statement are due by Wednesday, April 15th. Comprehensive Plan - Final Draft This matter should be considered at a Council work session. The HRA Executive Director has requested that comments be to him by April 24th. Council Work Sessions A Council work session was scheduled for Monday, April 20th at 8:00 p.m. and for Tuesday, April 28th at 7:30 p.m. REPORTS a. Report of the City Manager The City Manager's report was submitted in written form and the following items were discussed: Arbor Day Planting The City Manager advised there will be a tree planting ceremony in the City on April 24th in recognition of Arbor Day. Columbia Park Clinic Contract, Re: Maintenance of Parking Ramp The parking ramp was inspected and the recommended work to be done would be approximately '$18,000. The costs on this ramp are shared. The City's portion is 19% and the Clinic's share is 81%. On this basis, $3,420 would be the City's share of the project· REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1992 PAGE 16 bo The City Attorney advised that the Clinic could handle the work contract and would not be bound by the City's bidding process. Councilmember Nawrocki inquired if the Council could review the bids before the project is awarded. The City Manager advised him there would be no bids to review, but the City staff had reviewed the specifications. Councilmember Nawrocki felt the Council should review the contract. Comparisons could be done against the estimate and any other information which may be available. Councilmember Peterson suggested that the contract could be reviewed by the Acting City Engineer. Motion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to authorize expenditures of up to $3,420 for parking ramp repairs, subject to the Acting City Engineer reviewing the contract for same. Roll call: All ayes Oral Petition - Follow Up: Councilmember Nawrocki inquired if the resident at 1037 43rd Avenue had been advised of the findings relative to his concern regarding his damaged curb. His concern had been expressed at a previous Council meeting during the Oral Petition segment. The City Manager stated he will so advise the resident. Report of the City Attorney The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Clerkin, second by Peterson to adjourn the meeting at 10..10 p.m. Roll call: All ayes Mayor ~'ona 1 d J. M~Z'yn, (~r. /6-Anne Student, C'6uncil Secretary