HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 14, 1993OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 14, 1993
The Council Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor
Murzyn.
ROLL CALL
Nawrocki, Clerkin, Peterson, Murzyn - present
Councilmember Ruettimann was out of town on business.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were approved on the Consent Agenda:
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
The Council approved the minutes of the May 24, 1993 Regular
Council Meeting.
~pecia] Purpose Fence - B. Schommer, 4102 Quincy Street
The Council approved the six foot high special purpose fence
for 4102 Quincy Street provided the required building permits
are obtained.
Traffic Commission
The minutes of the June 7, 1993 Traffic Commission Meeting
were included in the agenda packet. These were for
informational purposes only and required no Council action.
Park & Recreation Commission - Two Requests
The Council approved the request of Glen Baggenstoss, 5000
Washington Street, to serve 3.2 beer at his family reunion on
June 27, 1993 {~om 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Sullivan Lake
Park with such approval being in conjunction with Park and
Recreation Commission action of May 28, 1993.
The Council approved the request of Pat Rosenberg, St. Matthew
Church, to serve 3.2 beer at their meeting on Tuesday, June
20, 1993 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Sullivan Lake Park
with approval being in conjunction with Park and Recreation
Commission action of May 28, 1993.
Authorization to Seek Bids for Fire Hydrants
The Council authorized staff to seek quotations on replacement
of fire hydrants.
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Joint Lions Club Beautification Project - 37th & Stinson
The Council approved the acceptance of all donations for the
37th Avenue and Stinson Boulevard Beautification Project and
authorized the expenditure of the donations towards the total
expenditure of $9,000 with funds to be appropriated from Fund
#883.
Approval of License Applications
The Council approved the license applications as submitted
upon receipt of proper fees.
Payment of Bil]s
The Council approved the payment of the bills as listed out of
proper funds.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to approve the Consent
Agenda. Roll call: All ayes
OPEN MiKE/PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Marsha Stroik was recognized as the "Humanitarian of the
Year." Barb Whiting, who wrote one of the letters supporting
Marsha's selection, made comments regarding the leadership she
gave on behalf of the Castle Heights project. Mayor Murzyn
presented Ms. Stroik with a plaque and congratulated her on
behalf of the Council.
A resident who lives at 4649 Fillmore Street advised the
Council she has concern regarding what has been happening in
her neighborhood. She noted that all of the residents of the
area should not be blamed for the objectionable behavior of
others. She indicated her willingness to become involved with
improving the area and its image.
The Mayor welcomed her comments and those of others who have
the betterment of the area as their primary concern. He
advised that the Council is making on-going efforts to improve
the neighborhood and cited recent local legislation which
addressed these efforts.
The resident at 1400 46th Avenue suggested that one factor
which is contributing to the problems in the area is an
irresponsible landlord. She noted she has tried unsuccessfully
to discuss her concerns with him. It is also felt that this
area has contributed to the decrease of property values in the
neighborhood.
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The City Manager advised that with code revisions, the Housing
Maintenance Code, newly-adopted ordinances which address noise
and loitering, management practices.and the disposition of
rent deposits, the Council is proceeding in a positive
direction.
A resident inquired what has happened with stopping oversized
trucks from using Tyler Place to enter the Post Office. The
Mayor responded that a letter was received from the Minnesota
Postmaster stating there were safety reasons for using this
roadway. The local postmaster will be contacted about this
matter.
Councilmember Nawrocki inquired if the original permits for
the Post Office were reviewed. The Public Works Director will
review this file and prepare the information for the Council.
A resident of 4550 Central Avenue apprised the Council of an
experience he had while in one of the district schools. He
noted he had received a citation and still has some questions
regarding the incident. He was referred to the City Attorney
for additional assistance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS/ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
a. Resolution No. 93-22, Joint Powers Aqreement for
Sealcoat]nq Between Columbia Heights & Hilltop
To insure payment by Hilltop, Councilmember Nawrocki inquired
if additional language regarding payment could be included in
the Agreement. The City Attorney responded this is possible
and drafted language.
Motion by Peterson, second by Clerkin to waive the reading of
the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 93-22
RESOLUTION BETWEEN THE CITIES OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS AND HILLTOP
ESTABLISHING JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR SEALCOATING CORPORATE
LIMIT STREETS
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights will be sealcoating
streets in the Northwest Quadrant of the City in 1993, and
WHEREAS, two of these streets being portions of 45th Avenue
and Monroe Street are shared by the cities of Columbia Heights
and Hilltop, and
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WHEREAS, the City of Hilltop has agreed to reimburse the City
of Columbia Heights for the costs to..patch and sealcoat that
portion of the Corporate Limit streets that are within the
City of Hilltop,
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of Columbia
Heights, that a Joint Powers Agreement attached as Exhibit "A"
is authorized to be executed by the Mayor and City Manager for
the sharing of costs to patch and sealcoat those portions of
45th Avenue and Monroe Street that are along the shared
Corporate Limit.
Dated this 14th day of June, 1993.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Peterson
Clerkin
Ail ayes
Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr.
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
ATTEST:
I hereby certify that the foregoing resolution is a true and
correct copy of the resolution presented to and adopted by the
City Council of the City of Columbia Heights at a duly
authorized meeting thereof held on the 14th day of June, 1993,
as shown by the minutes of said meeting in my possession.
Jo-Anne Student
Deputy City Clerk
Resolution No. 93-23; Beinq a Resolution Settinq Taxi Cab
Rates in the City of Columbia Heights
Motion by C]erkin, second by Peterson to waive the reading of
the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 93-23
SETTING TAXI CAB RATES IN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
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WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights is a community adjacent
to the City of Minneapolis, which licenses many of the same
taxi cab companies which operate within the City of Columbia
Heights; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Minneapolis sets
rates and approves rate increases for all licensed taxi cab
companies operating within the City of Minneapolis upon
thorough investigation and review of financial records of taxi
cab companies; and
WHEREAS, in setting rates and approved rate increases for all
licensed cab companies operating within the City of Columbia
Heights, an attempt will be made to avoid duplication of
effort and to achieve consistency in rate setting;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Columbia
Heights, that rates for all licensed taxi cab companies
operating in the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, be set
at the same rate as is set for all licensed taxi cab companies
operating in the City of Minneapolis, Minnesota, that being:
$1.75 on flag drop (the first 2/13 of a mile)
$].30 per mile ($.20 each additional 2/13 of a mile)
$15.00 per hour waiting fee ($.20 every 40 seconds)
to be effective immediately.
Passed this 14th day of June, 1993.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Clerkin
Peterson
All ayes
Donald J. Murzyn, Jr.
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
c. Resolution No. 93-24; Amendinq Special Assessment
Guidelines and Establishinq Petition/Waiver Procedures
The City Manager advised this amendment will allow an
opportunity for property owners to take advantage of
contractor rates.
Motion by Peterson, second by Murzyn to waive the reading of
the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
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RESOLUTION NO. 93-24
BEING A RESOLUTION AMENDING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES AND
ESTABLISHING PETITION/WAIVER PROCEDURES FOR MISCELLANEOUS
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT IMPROVEMENTS
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes 429 et seq and Minnesota Statutes
435 make it possible for home rule Charter cities to establish
standards and guidelines for determining the levy of special
assessment improvements, and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights desires to establish a
process and guideline whereby private property owners can
expeditiously petition for certain public improvements to be
performed under established municipal contracts or for
abatement of public nuisances on private property.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Columbia
Reights that:
The following procedures establish a process for
utilization by property owners of certain contract rates
negotiated by the City of Columbia Heights. Public
improvements eligible with this process include the
repair and replacement of curb and gutter, driveway
approaches, or sidewalks and other miscellaneous concrete
work ]ocated on the right-of-way, or replacement of sewer
and water service from the main to the private structure
being serviced, or the one-time abatement of a public
nuisance as dec]ared by the City.
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The above described improvements may be paid through the
standard special assessment process provided, however,
the repayment schedule shall be consistent with the terms
and conditions of repayment as set forth for traditional
public imP~0ygment projects.
Property owners desiring improvements under the
procedures of the petition and waiver process shall
execute the attached "Petition and Waiver Form" and the
accompanying "Private Construction Agreement."
Upon completion and acceptance of the improvements by the
Public Works Department, the property owner shall be
notified of the final cost and have an option to pay all
or a portion of the public improvement cost. In the event
the property owner declines, the final assessment will be
levied by the City Council and collected through normal
special assessment collection procedures.
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Passed this 14th day of June, 1993.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Peterson
Murzyn
All ayes
Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr.
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
First Reading of Ordinance No.
Salaries of Elected Officials
1268, Pertaining to
At the request of Mayor Murzyn, staff prepared this ordinance
which would reduce the salary of the Mayor's position. If
passed, this ordinance would become effective January l, 1994.
Councilmember Nawrocki commended the Mayor but noted that no
other community cited in the League of Minnesota Cities'
survey has the Police Department under the control of the
Mayor besides Columbia Heights. He stated that a portion of
the salary is given in recognition of that additional
responsibility.
Mayor Murzyn said that the additional responsibility of the
Police Department did not impact on his opinion that the
salary should be reduced. He felt the recommended salary would
be adequate for the time given by the person in the position.
He also suggested that the commitment of the Mayor should be
based on public service and not on the compensation.
Motion by Murzyn, second by Peterson to waive the reading of
the crdinance there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
ORDINANCE NO. 1268
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF
1977, AND PERTAINING TO SALARIES OF ELECTED OFFICIALS
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1: Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2, of Ordinance 853,
City Code of 1977, which currently reads as follows, to wit:
2.102(1) Pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes
415.11, effective January 1, 1988, the salary of each
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councilmember is hereby fixed at $6,900.00 per year, payable at the rate of $575.00 per
month, and the salary of the Mayor is hereby fixed at $12,000.00 per year, payable at the
rate of $1,000.00 per month. As of January 1, 1989, the salary of each councilmember
shall be $7,800.00 per year, payable at the rate of $650.00 per month, and the salary of the
Mayor shall be $13,800.00 per year, payable at the rate of $1,150.00 per month.
Is herewith amended to read as follows:
2.102 (1) Pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 415.11, effective January 1,
1994, the salary of each councilmember shall be $7,800.00 per year, payable at the rate of
650.00 per month, and the salary of the Mayor shall be $9,000.00 per year, payable at the
rate of $750.00 per month.
Section 2:
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days
after its passage.
First reading: June 14, 1993
Motion by Murzyn, second by Peterson to schedule the second reading of Ordinance No.
1266 for June 28, 1993. Roll Call: All ayes
First Reading of Ordinance No. 1272 Pertaining to Standards for Temporary
Signage
There was some discussion regarding certain types of signs which did not appear to have
been addressed in this ordinance. The Building Inspector was requested to "tighten up" the
ordinance before it receives a second reading.
Motion by Peterson, second by Clerkin to waive the reading of the ordinance there being
ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
ORDINANCE NO. 1271
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, AS
AMENDED, AND PERTAINING TO STANDARDS FOR TEMPORARY SIGNAGE
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
SECTION 1: Section 9.117A (3) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, as amended,
which currently reads as follows, to wit:
(k) Standards for Banners and Pennants:
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(i) No banner or pennant weighing in excess of thirty (30)
pounds is permitted unless it is first approved by the
building official.
(ii) No banner or pennant shall extend over or into any
street, alley, sidewalk, or other public thoroughfare a
distance greater than four (4) inches from the wall upon which
it is erected, and it shall not be placed or project over any
wa]] opening.
(iii) No banner or pennant shall be erected so as to prevent
free ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire
escape, nor shall such sign be attached to any stand pipe or
fire escape.
(iv) Every banner or pennant shall be attached to the wa]]
with wire or steel cab]es, and no strings, ropes or wood slats
for anchorage or support purposes shall be permitted.
is herewith amended to read as follows:
(k) Standards for Temporary Signage:
(i) No banner or pennant weighing in excess of thirty (30)
pounds is permitted unless it is first approved by the
Building Inspector. Banners or pennants may not exceed the
lessor of 3' x 20' in size or the allowed maximum of wall
s]gnage per site.
(ii) No banner or pennant shall extend over or into any
street, alley, sidewalk or other public thoroughfare a
distance greater than four (4) inches from the wall upon which
it is erected, shall not be placed or project over any wall
and may not cover more than 25% of window area.
(iii) No banner or pennant shall be erected so as to prevent
free ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire
escape, nor shall such sign be attached to any standpipe or
fire escape.
(iv) Every banner or pennant shall be attached to the wall
with wire or steel cables, and no strings, ropes or wood slats
for anchorage or support purposes shall be permitted.
(v) Portable signs may not exceed 4' x 8' in size.
(vi) Location of all temporary signaGe must be within the
property boundaries of such business.
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(vii) Temporary signage shall be allowed up to a maximum of
four (4), eleven (11) day periods per year. Only one (1)
temporary sign is permitted in any eleven (11) day period. A
request for the use of more than one sign in an eleven day
period will result in a double deduction from the four (4)
times per year temporary signage allowance.
(viii) A $15.00 permi't, as well as a refundable $100.00
deposit shall be required for each eleven (11) day period.
(ix) Temporary signage for NEW business grand openings shall
be allowed on an additional eleven (11) day period.
(x) Additionally, one (]) APPROVED temporary sign is allowed
during the December Holiday season, without a permit, for a
maximum of thirty (30) days, provided the user posts a $100.00
deposit prior to the installation of the temporary signage as
provided in item (viii) above.
(xi) The deposit shall be returned to the depositor upon
satisfactory removal of the temporary signage and the
expiration of the applicable permit.
(xii) Unauthorized use of temporary signage shall be subject
to a doubling of any applicable permit fees and forfeiture of
the $]00.00 deposit in addition to other sanctions as provided
herein.
SECTION 2: Sections 9.117A(4) (j) and (k) of Ordinance No.
853, City Code of 1977, as amended, which currently reads as
follows, to wit:
(a) A portable sign.
(k) A sign which contains or consists of banners, pennants,
ribbons, streamers, strings of light bulbs, spinners or
similar devices, except as allowed by Section l17A (5) (o) and
Section 9.117A (3) (k).
is herewith repealed.
SECTION 3: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect
from and after thirty (30) days after its passage.
First Reading: June 14, 1993
Motion by Peterson, second by Clerkin to schedule the second
reading of Ordinance No. 1271 for June 28, 1993. Roll call:
Ail ayes
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7. COMMUNICATIONS
a. APPointments to Boards and Commissions
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to reappoint the
followinG residents to various boards and commissions:
Reuben Ruen and Dennis Stroik, Cable Communications Commission
with terms expiring in April 1995.
Donald J. Mur2yn, Jr., Housing and Redevelopment Authority
with term expiring in April 1998.
Ron Zurek, Danny Garcia and Joe Sturdevant, Human Services
Commission with terms expirin~ in April 1996.
Richard Hubbard, Library Board with term expiring in April
1996.
Dick Petkoff, Park and Recreation Commission with term
expiring in April ]998.
Mar]aine Szurek, Planning and Zoning Commission with term
expiring in April 1997.
Gay]e Norberg, Science, Technology and Energy Commission with
term expiring in April 1996.
Gerry Herringer to the Police and Fire Civil Service
CoMmission with term expiring in April 1996.
Roll call: All ayes
b. LMC Leqislative Wrap-Up Session
Councilmember Nawrocki attended the League of Minnesota
Cities' Legislative Wrap-Up session which preceeded the
League's Annual Conference. He distributed material from the
session to members of the Council. He directed attention to
the Local Government Aid Formula information in the material.
8. OLD BUSINESS
a. AACAP Purchase of Apartment Buildinq
At a recent HRA meeting authorization was given by the HRA
Board to enter into an agreement with ACCAP to purchase an
apartment building at 3932 Central Avenue. The HRA wii] commit
$100,000 for acquisition and renovation of the building. AACAP
will operate and own the 22 unit building.
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Councilmember Nawrocki advised that he and Mayor Murzyn did
not vote in support of this a~reement. Me noted there is
already enough work to assimilate the low income housing in
the community. He feels the project has merit but is not a
priority use for resources.
The Fire Captain stated that the building is substandard, has
limited parking and it appears to be a very poor site for
vulnerable people. Other members of the Council voiced their
lack of support for this acquisition..
The City Manager will advise AACAP of the Council's position
regarding its willingness to cooperate in the use of limited
funds but feels there is a project which would be more
beneficial than this one.
b. Silver Lake Water Quality
Councilmember Nawrocki inquired as to the current status of
the upgrading of the water quality of Silver Lake. The Public
Works Director responded he has received no recent reports
from St. Anthony Village.
c. Affirmative Action Plan
Councilmember Nawrocki had requested a plan be developed which
would inform residents regarding City employment
opportunities. This plan is still being developed and will be
included on the agenda of one of the upcoming work sessions.
d. S__pecial Assessments
Councilmember Nawrocki had requested staff to pursue
information on having Anoka County perform the administrative
work for the City's special assessments. The City Manager
advised this infQrmation will be on the agenda of one of the
upcoming work s%ssions.
NEW BUSINESS
a. Building Inspection Aqreement with Housinq and
Redevlopment Authority
Motion by Murzyn, second by Peterson to authorize the Mayor
and City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Columbia
Heights Housing and Redevelopment Authority for Building
Inspection/Rehabilitation specification writing services. Roil
call: All ayes
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b. License Revocation, Rental...Proper.ty
The property under consideration is located at 4655 Fifth
Street and is owned by Jake Cadwal]ader, dba/C-H Properties.
Findings of Fact were distributed to all councilmembers and it
was noted that Mr. Cadwa]lader was notified of this public
hearing by a notice sent through the regular mai]. Since he
was not in attendance at this hearing, there was some question
regarding his knowledge of it.
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Murzyn to continue the public
hearing to June 28th. Roll ca]]: All ayes
c. Fourth of July Celebration
Motion by Clerkin, second by Peterson to contract with
Americana Fireworks Display Company for the Fourth of July
display at a cost of $5,000 based on quality and quantity and
to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute a contract
for same. Roll call: All ayes
Motion by C]erkin, second by Peterson to close 39th Avenue
between Jefferson and Fifth Streets and Mill Street between
40th Avenue and the east driveway of the po]ice parking lot
from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and that no parking be allowed on
said streets from 5:00 p.m. to ll:00 p.m. Roll ca]]: All ayes
Motion by Clerkin, second by Peterson to authorize the Mayor
and City Manager to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with
Hi]lcrest Development for the use of the Hillcrest property in
exchange for the City's maintaining Hillcrest's property
during the summer months. Roll call: All ayes
Motion by Clerk~n, second by Peterson to accept all donations
for the FourPh-/of July Celebration and authorize the
expenditure of donations towards the total expenditure of
$5,900 and to further authorize expenditure not covered by
donations to be taken from the Mayor and City Council budget
#101-41110-4376. Roll call: All ayes
d. Appointment of Assistant Weed Inspector
Motion by Peterson, second by Murzyn to appoint Clifford
Shedlov as the Assistant Weed Inspector for calendar year 1993
at a flat rate of $2,600 and to authorize the Mayor and City
Manager to enter into an agreement for same. Roll call: Ail
ayes
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Mayor Murzyn suggested that the issue.of weed inspection being
more effectively addressed by the Inspections Department
should be considered during budget deliberations.
e. Award of Bid for Recycling Brochure
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Murzyn to approve the printing
of recycling brochures by Rapid Graphics of Columbia HeiGhts
based on low, responsible bid of $3,151.29 with funds to be
appropriated from #603-49530-2030; to approve Rapid Graphics
mailing the brochures for $988.99 with funds appropriated from
#603-49530-3220 and that the Mayor and City ManaGer be
authorized to enter into an agreement for same. Roll call: All
ayes
f. Authorization to Purchase Large Submersible Pump
Motion by Peterson, second by Clerkin to table this matter
until the next regular Council meeting. Roll call: All ayes
Award of 1993 Overlay Project
Councilmember Nawrocki stated he does not feel this overlay
project is justified.
Motion by Murzyn, second by Peterson to award the 1993 overlay
project to Hardrives, Inc. of Plymouth, Minnesota, the lowest
qualified bidder, in the amount of $159,197.33, with funds to
be appropriated from Fund 402, State Aid Construction Fund and
to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an
agreement for the same.
Roll ca]]: Clerkin, Peterson, Murzyn -aye Nawrocki - nay
h. Award of 1993 Miscellaneous Concrete Repairs
Motion by Nawrooki, second by Peterson %o award the 1993
miscellaneous concrete repairs and installations, Municipal
Project #9300, to Advanced Concrete, Inc. of Burnsville,
Minnesota, based upon their low, qualified responsible bid in
the amount of $75,093.75 with funds to be appropriated from
Fund #401-59300-4000 and authorize the Mayor and City Manager
to enter into a contract for the same. Roll call: All ayes
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]0.
Final Payment for Municipa! Pro~ects ~9203 and #9205 -
1992 MSAS Overlays
Motion by Peterson, second by Clerkin to accept the work for
Municipal Projects #9203 and #9205 and authorize the final
payment to Midwest Asphalt Corporation of Hopkins, Mn. in an
amount of $4,477.10 with funds to be appropriated from Funds
#402-59203-4000 and #402-59205-4000, State Aid Construction
Fund. Roll call: All ayes
j. ]992 Financial Report
Councilmember Nawrocki felt the 1992 financial report was more
readable than those of previous years.
k. Association of Metropolitan Municipalities (AM_M)
Counci]member Nawrocki received information from the AMM which
addressed awards received by three member cities on their
housing programs. One of the recipient cities is Richfield for
its HRA activities. He gave the information to the City
Manager to copy for the Councilmembers.
I. "Livinq At Home" Health Care Project
Councilmember Nawrocki advised the Council of a new senior
citizen health care project which is being funded by a
Medicare grant. This is a nursing program which will be
instituted in four communities one of which could be Columbia
Heights.
The project is titled "Living At Home" and the grant money
will be available for three years to the four communities
selected. After that time the cities would have to look for
other funding sources.
Councilmember Nawrocki has referred the project staff to
contact the Council Secretary, the Volunteer Coordinator and
a local physician regarding this program.
REPORTS
a. Report of the City Manaqer
The City Manager's report was submitted in written form. Two
dates for Council work sessions were selected. They are
Monday, June 21st at 8:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 6th at 8:00
p.m.
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A joint meeting with the Columbia Heights City Council and the
Hilltop City Council has been scheduled for July 19th. The
City Manager will try to change this date as one of the
Columbia Heights Councilmembers will be out of town.
b. Report of the City Attorney
The City Attorney advised that the MPRS case is moving very
slowly. He serves on the Litigation Committee and the case is
currently in the middle of discovery.
Councilmember Clerkin referred to a letter received by the
Council regarding the spraying of the city parks. The letter
writer objected to the spray as she is allergic to the
chemicals being used.
The Public Works Director advised he ]eft a message on the
recorder of the letter writer but has not heard back from her.
The Mayor requested that Councilmembers also be informed what
chemicals are being used in the parks.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Peterson, second by C]erkin to adjourn the meeting
at 10:40 p.m. Roll call: All ayes
Mayor~'Donald J. /~rzy~', Jr.
/o-Anne Student, Council Secretary