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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 8, 1993OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 The Council Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Murzyn. 1. ROLL CALL Nawrocki, Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - present 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were approved on the Consent Agenda: Minutes for Approval The Council approved the minutes of the January 25, 1993 Regular Council Meeting as presented and there were no corrections. Resolution No. 93-06; Local No. 49 Labor Agreement The reading of the resolution was waived there being ample copies available for the public. RESOLUTION NO. 93-06 REGARDING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS AND INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS, LOCAL NO 49 WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), Local No. 49, representing employees of the Public Works Department and members of the City negotiating team, and said negotiations have resulted in a mutually acceptable contract for calendar years 1993 and 1994; WHEREAS, a copy of said contract is available for inspection at the Office of the City Manager and is made a Dart hereof by reference; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the contract agreement as negotiated, be and is hereby established as the salary and fringe benefit program for calendar years 1993 and 1994 for IUOE bargaining unit employees of the City; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to execute this agreement. Passed this 8th day of February, 1993. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 2 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Nawrocki Peterson All ayes Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr. Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Conditional Use Permit - Luka Vidovic, dba Pizza Man, 2317 37th Place N.E. The Council approved the conditional use permit to allow the operation of the carry out and delivery pizza restaurant at 2317 37th Place N.E. provided all requirements of the Building, Health and License Departments are fulfilled. Tax Increment Administration Expense The Council authorized payment of $9,813.45 for administering the 1992 tax increment financing laws of Minnesota, with expenses being charged to the TI Debt Service Fund as an administrative expense. Authorization to Seek Bids for Weed Contractor The Council authorized staff to seek bids for the 1993 Weed Removal Contract. Request to Seek Bids for the Sale of Two In-Box Sanders The Council authorized staff to solicit sealed bids for the purpose of selling two 1981 Henderson Chief in-box sanders, and furthermore authorized the Mayor and City Manager to dispose of said equipment if appropriate bids are received. Authorization to Seek Bids for 1993 Street & Parking Lane Striping The Council authorized staff to seek bids for the 1993 street and parking lane striping contract. Authorization to Seek Bids for Camcorder The Council authorized staff to seek bids for the purchase of a camcorder for the Public Library. Purchase of Athletic Equipment The Council authorized the purchase of athletic equipment for the overall price of $7,196.70 to Kokesh Athletics, based on low informal price quotations and authorized the Mayor and City Manager to sign a contract for the same. Award of Newsletter Bid - Production, Printing & Distribution The Council authorized awarding the bid for the production, printing and distribution of the City's newsletter to Rapid REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 3 Graphics and Mailing, Inc. at a cost not to exceed $2,842 per issue, based on low, responsible bid received and authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same. Approval of 1993 License Applications The Council approved the 1993 license applications as listed upon payment of proper fees. Approval of Payment of Bills The Council approved payment of bills as listed out of proper funds. 4. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Nawrocki, second by Peterson to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Roll call: All ayes 5. OPEN MIKE/PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS There was no one present for Open Mike. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS/ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS a. Public Hearing - Request to Vacate Alley This request is to vacate the alley west of the parcels at 3932, 3936 and 3974 Quincy Street and adjacent to Huset Park. The City Manager reviewed the areas being requested for alley vacation. He recommended the fourteen feet of property being vacated be added to the park land as he felt this would better serve the public interest. The Assistant City Engineer advised there appears to be utility easements behind Lots 4 and 5. Councilmember Nawrocki felt the primary issue with regard to this vacation is whether the alley will ever be utilized as an alley in the future. He suggested ~this may not be a possibility. Motion by Clerkin, second by Nawrocki to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1262 there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes The City Attorney advised that the property is conveyed to individual property owners by the ordinance and the City can record the ordinance at the Anoka County Court House. He suggested that Section 2 of the ordinance be deleted if REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 4 seven feet of the alley is going to be given to property owners. Motion by Clerkin, second by Nawrocki to reconsider the motion to waive the reading of the ordinance. Roll call: All ayes Motion by Nawrocki, second by Clerkin to waive the reading of the ordinance with the deletion of Section 2 and the renumberingof Section 3 to Section 2 there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1262 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853 CITY CODE OF 1977, VACATING A CERTAIN ALLEY EASEMENT The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1: The City of Columbia Heights herewith vacates the public alley over, across, and under the following described property, to wit: The alley running North-South, adjacent on the west side to Lots 4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15, 16,17,18,19,20,21, and 22, Block 65, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, Columbia Heights, Anoka County, Minnesota. excepting and reserving the authority of any person, corporation or municipality owning or controlling electric or telephone poles and lines, gas and sewer lines, or water pipes, mains and hydrants, thereon or thereunder, to continue maintaining the same or to enter upon such way or portion thereof vacated to maintain, repair, replace, remove, or otherwise attend thereto. Section 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First Reading: February 3, 1993 Motion by Nawrocki, second by Clerkin to schedule the second reading of Ordinance No. 1262, being an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, vacating a certain alley easement, for February 22, 1993. Roll call: All ayes Councilmember Nawrocki requested staff to check on the location of utility lines and easements on the property in question. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 5 b. Public Hearing - Community Development Block Grant Representatives of various organizations, who are requesting consideration for this funding, advised the Council of the activities and functions of their respective organizations. Criteria for receiving this funding requires that low income or elderly people are benefitted. Mr. David Zurbe¥, 4034 Cleveland Street, stated his opposition to giving funding to a select few as those being recommended for funds. He felt these funds should be given to the taxpayers. He was advised that if the funding is not used by Columbia Heights it would be used in some other community. The activites being recommended for funding were not brought before the HRA Board of Commissioners. Councilmember Nawrocki felt this should have been done in that the HRA has significant participation in the administration of the CDBG Program. Motion by Murzyn, second by Ruettimann to approve the following activities be funded under the City's 1993 Community Development Block Grant Program: Pro~ect * Removal of architectural barriers in public buildings - total allocation, $125,905, less administration $6,830.- net for project costs $119,075 * Single family housing rehabilitation - total allocation, $27,300 less administration $1,911, net for project costs $25,389 * Acquisition and clearance of deteriorated properties - total allocation, $34,300, less administration $2,400, net for project costs $31,900 * Alexandra House Capital Drive (new shelter) - total allocation, $13,500 less administration -0-, net for project costs $13,500 Public Service: * Anoka County Community Ac.tion Program, Inc. (Senior Outreach Program) $10,744 * Alexandra House (Emergency Shelter for Battered Women) $3,500 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 6 * Central Center for Family Resources (Transportation Support for Bridgeview Club) $2,500 * Community Education Department (Child Care & Transportation for Adult Basic Education Classes) $4,000 * Meals on Wheels (Meal Program for Homebound Seniors and Disabled Adults) $3,000 * Southern Anoka Community Assistance (Food Shelf) $4,000 Roll call: All ayes c. Hold Harmless Resolutions Reguired by State Aid Operations, Projects 9202, 9204 and 9206 Resolution No. 93-03 - 39th Avenue from 5th Street to T.H. 65 Motion by Ruettimann, second by Murzyn to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 93-03 BEING A RESOLUTION INDEMNIFYING THE STATE OF MINNESOTAS FROM CERTAIN CLAIMS ARISING ON THE 39TH AVENUE N.E. FROM 5TH STREET N.E. TO T.H. 65 DESIGN VARIANCE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights: That the City shall indemnify, save and hold harmless the State of Minnesota and its agents and employees of and from any and all claims, demands, actions or causes of action arising out of or by reason of allowing design speeds of less than 30 mph on S.A.P. 113-110-05(39th Ave N.E. from 5th St. to T.H. 65), and further agrees to defend at its sole cost and expense any action or proceedings commenced for the purpose of asserting any claim of whatsoever, character arising as a result of the granting of this variance. Dated this 8th day of February, 1993. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Ruettimann Murzyn All ayes Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr. Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 7 ATTEST: I hereby certify that the aforegoing 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 8th day of February, 1993, as shown by the minutes of said meeting in my possession. Jo-Anne Student Deputy City Clerk 2. Resolution No. 93-04 - Jefferson Street from 40th Avenue N.E. to 51st Avenue Motion by Ruettimann, second by Murzyn to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 93-04 BEING A RESOLUTION INDEMNIFYING THE STATE OF MINNESOTA FROM CERTAIN CLAIMS ARISING ON THE JEFFERSON STREET N.E. FROM 40TH AVENUE N.E. TO 51ST AVENUE N.E. DESIGN VARIANCE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights: That the City shall indemnify, save and hold harmless the State of Minnesota and its agents and employees of and from any and all claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising out of or by reason of allowing design speeds of less than 30 mph on S.A.P. 113-107-11 (Jefferson Street N.E. from 40th Avenue to 51st Avenue), and further agrees to defend its sole cost and expense any action or proceeding commenced for the purpose of asserting any claim of whatsoever character arising as a result of the granting of this variance. Dated this 8th day of' February, 1993. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Ruettimann Murzyn All ayes Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr. Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 8 ATTEST: I hereby certify that the aforegoing 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 8th day of February, 1993, as shown by the minutes of said meeting in my possession. Jo-Anne Student Deputy City Clerk Resolution No. 93-05 - 51st Avenue from Washington Street to T.H. 65 Motion by Ruettimann, second by Murzyn to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 93-05 BEING A RESOLUTION INDEMNIFYING THE STATE OF MINNESOTA FROM CERTAIN CLAIMS ARISING ON THE 51ST AVENUE FROM WASHINGTON STREET TO T.H. 65 DESIGN VARIANCE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights: That the City shall indemnify, save, and hold harmless the State of Minnesota and its agents and employees of and from any and all claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising out of or by reason of allowing design speeds of less than 30 mph on S.A.P. 113-111-03 (51st Avenue from Washington Street to T.H. 65), and further agrees to defend at its sole cost and expense any action or proceeding commenced for the purpose of asserting any claim of whatsoever character arising as a result of the Granting of this variance. Dated this 8th day of February, 1993. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Ruettimann Murzyn All ayes Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr. Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 9 ATTEST: I hereby certify that the aforegoing 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 8th day of February, 1993, as shown by the minutes of said meeting in my possession. Jo-Anne Student Deputy City Clerk Resolution No. 93-02; Being a Resolution Authorizing Holmes & Graven to Represent the City in Lawsuits 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. 93-02 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HOLMES AND GRAVEN TO REPRESENT THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS IN LAWSUITS COMMENCED BY JOHN STARKS AND CHRISTOPHER FIELDS WHEREAS: The City of Columbia Heights has been named, along with 35 other municipalities and the Minnesota Police Recruitment System, as a defendant in two lawsuits commenced by John Starks and Christopher Fields; and WHEREAS: The Minnesota Police Recruitment System has retained the firm of Holmes and Graven to defend it in the lawsuits; and WHEREAS: The City of Columbia Heights believes that it is its best interest to defend the case jointly with the Minnesota Police Recruitment System. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that Holmes and Graven is authorized to represent it in the lawsuits commenced by John Starks and Christopher Fields. Passed this 8th day of February, 1993. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Ruettimann Peterson All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 10 Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign the Joint Defense Agreement, in which Columbia Heights will join with other cities to defend the lawsuit against MPRS and its member cities. Roll call: All ayes Resolution No. 93-07; Being a Resolution Amending 1993 Budget for Encumbrances 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. 93-07 AMENDING 1993 BUDGET FOR ENCUMBRANCES BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights as follows: WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights on December 10, 1992 passed Resolution No. 92-41 adopting a budget for 1993 and amending the budget for 1992; and WHEREAS, several expenditures that were projected to be incurred in the 1992 budget will not be incurred until 1993; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that the 1993 departmental budgets be amended by. the following increases with the increases coming from the 1993 fund balances: General Fund State Aid Maintenance Library Water Utility Fund Sewer Utility Fund Capital Equipment Replacement Fund Encumbrances 39,461.00 750.00 375.00 3,536.00 6,684.00 27,940.00 Passed this 8th day of February, 1993. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Ruettimann Peterson All ayes Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr. Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE ll f. Resolution No. 93-08; Being a Resolution Adopting Necesssary Plan Documents for the Columbia Heights Flexible Benefit Program Motion by Nawrocki, second by Ruettimann to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 93-08 BEING A RESOLUTION ADOPTING NECESSARY PLAN DOCUMENTS FOR THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PROGRAM WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights desires to offer its employees a flexible benefit program providing for reimbursement of medical expenses and dependent care expenses, and payment of employees' insurance premiums, and plans entitled the City of Columbia Heights Flexible Benefit Plan, the City of Columbia Heights Health Care Reimbursement Plan and the City of Columbia Heights Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan have been prepared and submitted to this City Council with a recommendation of adoption; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this City Council adopts the plans bearing an effective date of February l, 1993, and directs the City Manager to implement the plans in accordance with their terms. Passed this 8th day of February, 1993. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Nawrocki Ruettimann All ayes Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr. Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Resolution No. 93-09; Being a Resolution Conditionally Approving Abatement of Estimated Market Value for Certain Real Property in the City Motion by Murzyn, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes Councilmember Nawrocki expressed his concern with Sections 2.01 and 2.02 in that they could be interpreted to be binding on the granting of an abatement. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8 1993 PAGE 12 Staff advised that this resolution is for the purpose of obtaining information only and does not represent a commitment by the Council. The issue will be returned to the City Council for a final vote on an abatement. RESOLUTION NO. 93-09 BEING A RESOLUTION CONDITIONALLY APPROVING ABATEMENT OF ESTIMATED MARKET VALUE FOR CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota (the "City") as follows: Section 1. Recitals 1.01. The Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Columbia Heights ("Authority") has undertaken the Downtown C.D.B. Revitalization Project ("Project") located in the City, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.001 and 469.047. 1.02. The Authority previously entered into a Contract for Private Redevelopment and an Assessment AGreement with Terry Evenson related to development of an office building located within the Project at 3989 Central Avenue Northeast and known as the Columbia Heights Business Center ("CHBC"). 1.03. Zaidan Holdings, Inc. ("Redeveloper") has acquired the CHBC from Terry Evenson and has assumed the obligations of Terry Evenson under the original Assessment AGreement with respect to the CHBC. 1.04. Property taxes on the CHBC are delinquent beginning with the second half of taxes payable in 1990 and subsequently. 1.05. Sterling Capital Resources, Inc. ("Sterling Capital") has proposed to acquire the CHBC from the Redeveloper, and in connection with that acquisition has requested that the Authority agree to modify certain terms of the Assessment AGreement in order to facilitate payment of delinquent taxes and improve the future prospects for the CHBC. 1.06. The Authority has considered the Sterling Capital proposal and is in the process of negotiating terms and conditions under which the Authority would consent to the modification of the Assessment Agreement. 1.07. After consultation with Anoka County, the Authority has determined that the proposed modification of the Assessment REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 13 Agreement would require an abatement of estimated market value pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 375.192. Section 2. Abatement Conditionally Approved; Terms and Conditions 2.01. The City Council has determined that it is in the best interest of the Authority, the City and its residents that the Authority approve the abatement of estimated market value on the CHBC in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth herein. 2.02. The City Council hereby approves abatement of estimated market value on the CHBC, and real property taxes together with penalties and interest thereon associated with such market value abatement, for the tax assessment years of 1990, 1991 and 1992; provided that such approval is conditioned upon: (a) compliance by Sterling Capital with all the requirements of Minnesota Statutes, Section 375.192; and (b) execution by the City Council and Sterling Capital of an amendment to the Assessment Agreement reducing the minimum market value of the CHBC for the above-referenced assessment years under terms satisfactory to the Authority; and (c) certification of the amended Assessment Agreement by the Anoka County Assessor; and further provided that the amount of the abatement for each year shall be as specified in the modified Assessment Agreement. 2.03. The City hereby requests Anoka County to assist the Authority and Sterling Capital in determining estimated market values for the purposes of the amended Assessment Agreement and the related abatement. 2.04. Neither the City nor the Authority shall be obligated to approve and enter any amendment to the Assessment Agreement with Sterling Capital or the Redeveloper, and nothing in this resolution shall be construed to require the Authority or the City to approve any type of assistance to any person or entity in connection with the CHBC, nor shall this resolution be construed as vesting in any person or entity any cause of action against the Authority or the City arising from any failure to or refusal of the Authority or the City to approve REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 14 a modified Assessment Agreement for the CHBC or otherwise assist that person or entity in connection with the CHBC. 2.05. The City Manager is authorized and directed to transmit a certified copy of this resolution to Anoka County, and to transmit an executed copy of the amended Assessment Agreement for the CHBC when and if such amendment is entered into. Approved by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights this 8th day of February, 1993. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Murzyn Peterson Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - aye Nawrocki - nay Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr. Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary First Reading of Ordinance No. 1259, Being an Ordinance RepealnqOrdinance No. 1258, an Ordinance for the Sale of Certain Real Property Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1259 BEING AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1258, AN ORDINANCE FOR THE SALE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1: Ordinance No. 1258, an ordinance for the sale of certain real property to Metro Exteriors is hereby repealed. Section 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First Reading: February 8, 1993 Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to schedule the second reading of Ordinance No. 1259 for February 22, 1993. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 15 Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to return the $3,400 down payment to Metro Exteriors. Roll call: All ayes 7. COMMUNICATIONS a. Planning and Zoning Commission 1. Conditional Use Permit - Linder's Greenhouses, Inc., 4300 Central Avenue Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to approve the conditional use permit for Linder's Greenhouses, Inc. to operate a temporary Garden center in the parking lot of 4300 Central Avenue from April 10 through June 17, 1993 provided a $500 check is deposited with the City to assure removal of the building by the designated date. Roll call: All ayes Councilmember Nawrocki requested staff to check on the $500 deposit amount as he did not recall this type of deposit being so high in the past. 2. Variance - City of Columbia HeiGhts, 4340 Central Avenue Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to approve the request for a 52 square foot variance to allow a 152 square foot wall sign for Top Valu Liquor, 4340 Central Avenue. Roll call: Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - aye Nawrocki - nay 3. Variance - City of Columbia HeiGhts, 2241 37th Place Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to approve a variance of 20 square feet to allow a total of 120 square feet of wall siGnage due to the hardship of the location of Top Valu Liquor at 2241 37th Place. Roll call: Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - aye Nawrocki - nay Councilmember Nawrocki stated he could not support approval of either of these variance requests as it sends out a bad message in that the City does not abide by its own ordinances. Councilmember Ruettimann observed that both of these requests are based on hardships and felt the variances would Give the stores an "even playing field." REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 16 4. Variance - Panelcraft, 4756 Fourth Street Northeast Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to approve the 7.5 foot variance to the required front setback for the property located 4756 Fourth Street Northeast. Roll call: All ayes b. Traffic Commission 1. Request for Handicapped Parking Only and No Parking Signs on 41st Avenue and Washington Street Northeast Motion by Ruettimann, second by Nawrocki to install "Handicapped Parking Only" signs on the east side of Washington Street from 41st Avenue to the parking lot on the north side and install "No Parking" signs on the west side of Washington Street in the same area based on the recommendation of the Traffic Commission. Roll call: All ayes 2. Request to Stripe Southbound Lane of Stinson Boulevard from 40th Avenue to 37th Place Motion by Murzyn, second by Nawrocki to return this matter to the Traffic Commission for clarification. Roll call: All ayes OLD BUSINESS a. Sale of City Owned Property Councilmember Nawrocki inquired as to the status of the sale of city owned property on Maiden Lane. The City Manager advised that there was a minor problem with the County and that it is being cleared up. b. Proposed Agreement Between City and HRARegarding Financial Reporting Councilmember Nawrocki noted there is a very long agreement between the City and the HRA being proposed for financial reporting to be done by the City. He felt the charges being proposed are excessive and should be more realistic. He noted his frustration regarding this matter· NEW BUSINESS a. Transfer of Funds from the Police Department to the Community Policing Fund, Fund 275 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 17 Motion by Peterson, second by Murzyn to authorize a transfer in the amount of $6,667 from the 1993 Police Department budget in the General Fund to the Community Policing Fund in accordance with the grant with the Office of Drug Policy in the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. Roll call: All ayes b. Award of Bid to Purchase Signage for New Liquor Store Motion by Clerkin, second by Peterson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with DeMars Signs for the purchase and installation of signage at 2241 37th Avenue Northeast based on ]ow, informal quotation of $4,949. Roll call: Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - aye Nawrocki - nay c. Purchase of a Three Cash Register System for New Liquor Store Motion by Clerkin, second by Peterson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with Retail Data Systems for the purchase and installation of a cash register system at 2241 37th Avenue Northeast based on the quotation received from Retail Data Systems of $27,847. Roll call: All ayes d. Award of Bid for Purchase Wall Shelving and Gondolas for New Liquor Store Motion by Clerkin, second by Ruettimann to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with AA Equipment Company for the purchase and installation of wall shelving and gondolas at 2241 37th Avenue Northeast, based on Iow, responsive bid of $12,683. Roll call: All ayes e. Authority to Sell Equipment Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize the sale of the used Enerecon Data Series 2012 to EME for $600. Roll call: All ayes f. Workers' Compensation Insurance Motion by Peterson, second by Nawrocki to authorize the City Manager to renew the worker's compensation insurance policy from the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust under the premium refund option at the rates specified in their quotation. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 18 10. Motion by Peterson, second by Nawrocki to authorize the Mayor and City ManaGer to enter into an aGreement'with Preferred Work Care to furnish worker's compensation related to medical care and other occupational health services at a cost of $1.00 per employee per month. Roll call: All ayes Purchase of City Owned Buildinq At a previous Council meeting the owner of DeMars SiGn Company had indicated an interest in purchasing a city owned building on 38th Avenue and 5th Street. It was noted at that time it is presently is being used to store city equipment. Councilmember Nawrocki noted that this property was originally acquired as part of the redevelopment in that area. He felt this request is in keeping with the purpose of the redevelopment and suGGested that City should negotiate the sale with DeMars SiGn Company. Some members of the Council suGGested that there may be other sites which would also serve the needs of the sign company. Also, it was noted that perhaps the equipment stored there could be put some other place. Motion by Nawrocki to direct the City ManaGer to obtain an appraisal and to put the property on the market. The motion dies for lack of a second. Councilmember Peterson recommended that the HRA staff work with the owner of the sign company to see if there may be another building in the City which would serve his needs. REPORTS a. Report of the City Manager The City ManaGer's report was submitted in written form and the following items were discussed: 1. Public HearinGs - Sidewalk Replacement and Sealcoat: Motion by Nawrocki, second by Murzyn to establish a Special Council Meeting on April 19th at 8:00 p.m. for the purposes of holdinG a public hearing reGardinG sealcoatinG projects in the northwest quadrant of the City and repair of hazardous sidewalks throughout the City. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 19 2. Council Minutes Publication: Motion by Murzyn, second by Ruettimann to authorize the City Manager to publish a summary of the Council Meeting minutes rather than the full minutes. Councilmember Nawrocki feels the publication of the complete minutes serves a useful purpose and a synopsis would not really convey much information. He also questioned whether there was any charter or legal requirements regarding publication. The City Manager will check on the publication legalities. The motion was withdrawn. 3. Argonne Drive Storm Sewer: Modifications have been planned for the tertiary pond north of Argonne Drive. An agreement has been drafted which calls for New Brighton to pay a portion of the construction costs. The City Manager will be sending the joint powers agreement to the City of New Brighton if there are no Council objections. 4. Highland Lake/Clover Pond Storm Water: The Assistant City Engineer explained that there is a change in the proposed storm water project. The City Manager will bring slides and maps of the project to the next Council Meeting for further discussion. 5. Shared Ride Provider: The City Manager advised that the new Shared Ride provider has taken over the program as of February 1, 1993. 6. Delinquent Water Utility Payment: The City Manager noted that the check received for payment of a delinquent utility bill was returned for insufficient funds. A seven day shut-off notice has been sent to the property owner on Maureen Drive. 7. Consent Agenda: The City Manager requested direction regarding consent agenda items. He noted that the initial intent of the consent agenda, which is sent in draft form on Wednesday before the.Monday Council Meeting, was to advise members of the Council of some "housekeeping" matters. He is of the opinion that the system is not working in that many items are being removed from the consent agenda at the Council meeting rather than before the final agenda is sent out on Friday. He requested direction regarding the continuance of employing a consent agenda format. Councilmember Nawrocki explained he felt there were many new subjects on the consent agenda which needed more backup information. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1993 PAGE 20 8. Minneapolis Comprehensive Plan: Councilmember Nawrocki felt this Plan should be viewed regarding proposed traffic plans. He noted that these plans could affect some Columbia Heights residents. 9. Remodeling of Receptionist Area: The City Manager explained the remodeling planned for the receptionist area in City Hall. b. Report of City Attorney The City Attorney advised that a continuance has been requested by the legal counsel representing the City of Hilltop regarding its unpaid sewer bills. The temporary injunction hearing is scheduled for February 17th. The City Attorney advised against granting a continuance and the Council agreed it should not be done. He noted that Hilltop has passed its claim onto the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust. Payment of Bills Motion by Murzyn, second by Ruettimann to authorize an interfund loan of $6,897.79 to Flex Benefit Fund 887 from the General Fund. Roll call: All ayes ADJOURNMENT Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to adjourn the meeting at 10:45 p.m. Roll call: All ayes ~6-A-nr{e' Student-~--Counci l Mayo~' Dona 1 d J. Secretary