HomeMy WebLinkAboutAugust 9, 1993OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VOLUNTEER RELIEF ASSOCIATION
AUGUST 9, 1993
CALL TO ORDER
C]erkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - present
Nawrocki - absent
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Ruettimann, second by peterson to approve the
minutes of the Board of Trustees - Volunteer Relief
Association of July 26, 1993, as presented in writing and such
reading be dispensed with. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION AMENDING BYLAWS
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. 93-38
BEING A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE BYLAWS OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION, VOLUNTEER DIVISION
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of the
Heights Fire Department Relief Association,
Division, that:
Columbia
Volunteer
The Bylaws of the Columbia Heights Fire Department Relief
Association, Volunteer Division, are herewith amended to
read as follows:
ARTICLE VII
Section 5: FUTURE ADJUSTMENTS. Future adjusted benefits under
Article VII shall not exceed fifty percent of the monthly
benefit adjustment Granted active volunteers, with the
exception of E. Miskowic and L. Patsch, whose monthly benefits
are set out in the table below. Provided, however, that no
pension benefit shall ever be adjusted to exceed two times the
original pension benefit paid at the time of retirement
(including credit for additional years of service), excluding
E. Miskowic and L. Patsch whose monthly benefits shall be as
set out in the table below. No such future adjustments may be
made unless the Columbia Heights City Council first finds that
the proposed increase is in accordance with Chapter 374 Laws
of Minnesota for 1977 (uncodified). No review of the benefits
herein setforth shall occur again until or after December 31,
1995, and reviews thereafter shall be no more than every four
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AUGUST 9, 1993
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years. The schedule setforth below is intended to clarify this
Section, to-wit:
Oriainal Monthly Mo. Benefit Max Attain
Name Benefit Art.VII.SSi Mo. Benefit
H. Severson
K. Stinsen
D. DeMars
E. Miskowic
L. Patsch
L. Nelson
M. DeMars
J. Matlon
R. Gill
R. Volkman
D. Jolly
52.00
50.00
44.00
52.00
46.00
150 00
174 00
150 00
168 00
165 00
206 00
$175.00 $175.00
171.00 171.00
157.00 157.00
217.00 217.00
204.00 204.00
300.00
See 348.00
Section 1 300.00
336.00
330.00
412.00
Passed this 9th day of August, 1993.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Ruettimann
Peterson
All ayes
Mayo~' Donald J.
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
4. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to adjourn the
meeting at 8:17 p.m. Roll call: All ayes
-Anne Student,'-Counci 1 Secretary
August 3, 1993
To: Mayor Murzyn, City Council and City Manager,
We, the undersigned, feel positive about the progress
that has been made so far in your efforts to make changes
in the Sheffield neighborhood.
It became apparent, after only several days, that
the increased police patrols were successful in slowing
down street activity.
We applaud the initiation of housing inspections to
meet city ordinances and the follow through with needed
citations and license revocations.
With recent negative publicity, we want our city
officials to know, we as a neighborhood are behind you one
hundred percent.
We support you with all efforts to continue with the
"Neighborhood Stabilization Plan"
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 9, 1993
The Council Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor
Murzyn.
1. ROLL CALL
C1erkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - present Nawrocki -
absent. Councilmember Nawrocki was out of town on business.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were approved on the Consent AGenda:
Approval of Meeting Minutes
The Council approved the minutes of the ReGular Council
Meeting of July 26, 1993 and the Special Council Meeting of
AuGust 2, 1993 as presented.
Special Purpose Fence - Sandra Zak, 4351 Third Street
The Council approved the request for the installation of a
seven foot high special purpose privacy fence as requested for
4351 Third Street provided the property irons are located
prior to the installation and the fence is installed well
inside the property lines to allow for maintenance/repair.
Request to Consume Beer at Sullivan Lake Park
The Council approved the request of Christina Gazda,
Medtronic, requesting permission to serve 3.2 keg beer at
their picnic on Friday, August 20, 1993 from 12:00 Noon to
5:00 p.m. at Sullivan Lake Park, such approval in conjunction
with Park and Recreation Commission action of July 28, 1993.
Request to Consume Beer at Sullivan Lake Park
The Council approved the request of Linda Kosloski of 5013
Madison Street to serve 3.2 keg beer and/or wine coolers at
her family picnic on Saturday, AuGust 21, 1993 from 11:00 a.m.
to 5:00 p.m. at Sullivan Lake Park, such approval in
conjunction with Park and Recreation Commission action of July
28, 1993.
Attendance at NRPA Conference by Recreation Director
The Council authorized the attendance of the Recreation
Director at the National Recreation and Park Association
Congress to be held in San Jose, California from October 19 -
22, 1993 and that all related expenses be reimbursed from
Funds 101-45000-3105 and 101-45000-3320.
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Authorization to Seek Bids for Storm Sewer Projects ~9113,
#9123 and ~9125
The Council authorized staff to seek bids to replace catch
basins, storm sewer pipes and outfalls for Projects ,9113,
#9123 and #9125.
License Applications
The Council approved the license applications as listed upon
payment of proper fees.
Payment of Bills
The Council approved the payment of bills as listed out of
proper funds.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Clerkin, second by Ruettimann to approve the Consent
Agenda as presented. Roll call: All ayes
OPEN MIKE~PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Two residents of the Sheffield Neighborhood stated their
feelings regarding the improvements in their area. They have
noticed dramatic improvements in behavior and safety. They are
encouraged with what has been started by the City Council and
expressed their support.
A letter, signed by nearly sixty property owners, landlords
and tenants in the area, was presented to the Council. The
letter indicated support for continued police patrols and
visibility and the positive progress which has been noticed.
The letter was entered into the record.
The resident at 3981 Reservoir Boulevard had questions
regarding a recent article in a local newspaper. The article
suggested that ~egal action may be pursued against the City on
behalf of some tenants who were moved out of their apartments.
It had also been suggested that these vacated properties could
be taken away from the owners by the City until they meet
code. The City Manager responded that legal action had only
been suggested but is unlikely. He also felt the courts would
be hard pressed to take properties away from landlords.
Councilmember Ruettimann requested that three items (Annual
Water Testing Fee, Authorization to Purchase IBM AS400, and
Special Tax on Refuse Service) be removed from the agenda.
These items were of concern to Councilmember Nawrocki who
could not be in attendance at this meeting.
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6. PUBLIC HEARINGS/ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
a. Resolution No. 93-36 Regarding HRA APPlication
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. 93-36
RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA SUPPORTING HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (HRA)
APPLICATION FOR HUD RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM UNITS TO REPLACE
LIKE METRO COUNCIL HRA UNITS AND TO HAVE THE LOCAL HRA TOTALLY
ADMINISTER THOSE UNITS
WHEREAS, currently the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of
Columbia Heights (HRA) provides local administration for the
200 to 215 units Rental Assistance Voucher and Certificate
Program (Rental Assistance Program) under an administrative
contract with the Metropolitan Council Housing and
Redevelopment Authority (Metro HRA) and has done so since the
start of the Rental Assistance Program (Also, sometimes
referred to as the "Section 8 Rental Assistance Program") in
1977; and
WHEREAS, due to HRA and City desires to have more local
control over the Rental Assistance Program and provide
preference for residents of the City to receive assistance
under the program; and
WHEREAS, currently the HRA is receiving only $16.56 per unit
of the $47.31 the Metro MPA receives from HUD for
administering the units; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) has invited applications for new units under
the Rental Assistance Program; and
WHEREAS, a precedence has been set by the City of Richfield
and Washington County where they have, over a period of two to
three years, set up their own programs (replaced Metro HRA
units with new units received direct from HUD); and
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WHEREAS, as application has been prepared by HRA staff for an
initia! increment of 50 Rental Assistance Program units to
replace 50 metro HRA units and such an application is due to
HUD by August 23, 1993;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City
of Columbia Heights that, subject to HRA Board of
Commissioners formal approval, the City Council supports the
application of the HRA for 50 Rental Assistance Program units
for the City of Columbia Heights to be used to replace 50 of
the Metro HRA units. It is understood that within three years
the HRA will (providing HUD provides the new units) replace
all of the Metro HRA Rental Assistance units with the Columbia
Heights HRA providing total administration for the program in
Columbia Heights.
Passed this 9th day of August, 1993.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Ruettimann
Peterson
Ail ayes
Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr.
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
b. Resolution No. 93-37; Being a Resolution Amending the
Bylaws of the Relief Association, Volunteer Division
Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to waive the reading
of the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 93-37
BEING A CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION AMENDING THE BYLAWS OF THE
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION, VOLUNTEER
DIVISION
WHEREAS, facts have been submitted to this body showing that
adjustments to Article VII BENEFITS - VOLUNTEER RETIRED PRIOR
TO FEBRUARY 13, 1989 of Bylaws of the Columbia Heights Fire
Department Relief Association, Volunteer Division are
necessary; and
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W}IEREAS, Article VII BENEFITS - VOLUNTEER RETIRED PRIOR TO
FEBRUARY 13, 1989, of Bylaws of the Columbia Heights Fire
Department Relief Association, Volunteer Division, requires
that said adjustments be in accordance with Chapter 374 Laws
of Minnesota for 1977 (uncodified).
Passed this 9th day of August, 1993.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Peterson
Ruettimann
All ayes
Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr.
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Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
COMMUNICATIONS
a. Request for Crosswalk at 950 Gould Avenue
Motion by Murzyn, second by Clerkin to install crosswalk at
950 Gould Avenue based on the recommendation of the Traffic
Commission. Roll call: All ayes
OLD BUSINESS
There was no old business.
NEW BUSINESS
a. Appeal of Service Charqe- Susan Zack, 4176 Maureen Drive
The City Manager reviewed the history of utility charges for
this property owner and the specifics of why she was charged
a service charge.
It was noted that the charges for turning her water back on
reflect the normal procedures for this service when performed
after regular business hours. Discussion continued regarding
equitable solutions to this situation.
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Clerkin to deny the appeal of
service charges of Susan Zack, 4176 Maureen Drive, and to
charge her the $20.00 for daytime turn on fee and to split the
difference of the after hours turn on fee which is $23.69
resulting in a total charge of $43.69. Roll call: All ayes
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b. Authorization to Enter into Contract for DesiGn Services
LaBelle Pond Restoration
Motion by Murzyn, second by Ruettimann to authorize the Mayor
and City Manager to enter into a contract with Moward Needles
Tammen and Bergendoff for design and construction engineering
services for the restoration of LaBelle Pond (Project ~9313)
for a not-to-exceed amount of $14,782, with funds to be
appropriated from Fund #312-45202-5130. Roll call: All ayes
c. Authorization to Purchase Replacement for Patchinq Truck
Chassis, Unit #5
The Public Works Director directed the Councilmembers'
attention to the figures quoted by the bidders for the value
of the trade in. He felt they all reflected the poor condition
of this vehicle.
Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to authorize staff to
purchase a 1994 Ford F700 chassis with gas engine and
automatic transmission from Boyer Ford of Minneapolis,
Minnesota, the lowest qualified, responsible bidder for a cost
of $26,978 including the trade in of a 1973 Ford F750 chassis,
Unit #5, with funds to be appropriated from Fund 433, Capital
Equipment Replacement Fund; and furthermore, to authorize the
Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the
same. Roll call: All ayes
d. Architectural Services
This matter deals with awarding a contract for architectural
services for the design and bid specifications for the
installation of a lift and modifications to the lower level
restrooms in the Library.
Councilmember Peterson suggested this matter should be tabled
for further study. He recalled how some of the past projects
should have been given further consideration.
Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to table this matter
for further discussion at the August 17th Council work
session. Roll call: All ayes
The August 17th Council work session will start at 7:00 p.m.
to allow time to discuss additional items which were either
tabled at this meeting or removed from the agenda.
Councilmember Ruettimann felt the meeting regarding the
Sheffield Neighborhood was well attended and very pos'itive.
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10. REPORTS
a. Report of the City Manager
The City Manager's Report was submitted in writing. Various
items regarding the Sheffield Neighborhood were discussed. He
recommended the Council have a work session on Tuesday, August
24th at 8:00 p.m.
b. Report of the City Attorney
The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to adjourn the
Council Meetin% at 8:15 p.m. Roll call: All ayes
Mayorf/Donald J. ~u~zyn~/Jr.
Secretary