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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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* 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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."
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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