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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 BOARD OF TRUSTEES AUGUST 9, 1993 PAGE 2 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. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 9, 1993 PAGE 2 o 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. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 9, 1993 PAGE 3 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 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 9, 1993 PAGE 4 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 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 9, 1993 PAGE 5 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. o o 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 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 9, 1993 PAGE 6 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. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 9, 1993 PAGE 7 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