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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 11, 1993~FFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA MEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 11, 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 Regular Council Meet]~g of December 28, 1992 as presented and there were no corrections. ]993 Annual Membership Dues for Association of Metropolitan ~.~i_c_ipalities The Council authorized the payment of $4,860 to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for the City's 1993 annual membership dues. ]993 Annual Membership Dues of North Metro Mayors Association The Council authorized the payment of $12,448 to the North Metro Mayors Association for the City's 1993 membership dues. 1993 City's Quarterly Newsletter The Council authorized staff to seek bids for the printing and distribution of the City's 1993 quarterly newsletter. 1993 License Applications The Council approved the 1993 license applications as listed upon payment of proper fees. Payment of Bills The Council authorized the payment of bills as listed out of proper funds. 4. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Ruettimann, second by Clerkin to approve the Consent A~enda as presented. Roll call: Ail ayes 5. OPEN MIKE There was no one present for Open Mike. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY llr t993 PAGE 2 o o PUBLIC HEARINGS/ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS a. Public Hearinq - Input on Selection of New City Manaqer The City Manager advised that notification of this public hearing had been sent to all civic and community organizations, chairpersons of the City's boards and commissions, the two newspapers distributed in the City and the Superintendent of School District #13, as well as being posted at various locations within the City. One written response was received from the Columbia Heights Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Mayor Murzyn inquired if any member of the Council has comments regarding this matter. There were no comments made. COMMUNICATIONS a. Planninq and Zoninq Commission The minutes of the January 5, 1993 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting were contained in the agenda packet for informational purposes only. No Council action was required. b. Traffic Co~rumission Bequest to Restrict the "No Parking" Yellow Line on Tyler Place, South of 44th Avenue A petition had been received from the resident at 1214 43 I/2 Avenue requesting this restriction. Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to extend the "No Parking" yellow line on Tyler Place, south of 44th Avenue Northeast an additional 15 feet for a total distance of 55 feet south of 44th Avenue Northeast, based on the recommendation of the Traffic Commission. Roll call: All ayes Request by Industrial Steel, 533 37th Avenue Northeast for Yellow Curb or "No Parking" Signs Motion by C]erkin, second by Peterson to paint yellow curb 10 feet on each side of the driveway and install "No Parking" signs at Industrial Steel, Inc. at 533 37th Avenue Northeast, based on the recommendation of the Traffic Commission. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 11, i993 PAGE 3 c. Information on Flood Plain Area Mayor Murzyn received a call from a resident on Quincy street at 42nd Avenue regarding the status of reviewing the flood plain area near her home. The City Manager advised that FEMA had been contacted approximately five to six weeks ago and an answer is expected by the end of January. d. V.F.W. Parade The Mayor has been contacted by representatives of the V.F.W. regarding their parade scheduled for May 1, 1993. A permit is required for this parade which wi]] proceed from Murzyn Ral } to Post #230 on 45th and Central Avenues. it was noted that permission wi]] be required from MnDOT also as the parade will travel on Centra! Avenue. Motion by Peterson, second by Murzyn to grant a parade permit to t~,e V.F.W. for its parade scheduled for May 1, 1993. Roll call: Ail ayes OLD BUSINESS There was no old business. NEW BUSINESS Request for Court Action to Halt Sewage Flow from City of Hilltop The City Manager gave the history of this situation noting that no funds have been received from Hilltop since 1989 for use of the Columbia Heights' pipes for sewage disposal. Motion by Clerkin, second by Nawrocki to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to apply for an injunction to halt the discharge of sewage by the City of Hilltop into sewer lines owned by the City of Columbia Heights and to pay the costs incidental to this action. Roll call: All ayes b. Authorization to Seek Bids to Replace Street Sweeper The Public Works Director advised he will draft a report on the efficiencies of this equipment and will prepare a record of repair costs. RFGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 1], 1993 PAGE 4 Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize staff to seek bids to replace the 1974 mobile sweeper/2TE4. Roll call: Ail ayes C · Award of Bid to Purchase Walk-In Cooler for New Liquor Store Councilmember Ruettimann did not recall the Council receiving any information nor specifications for this purchase. d 0 The Finance Director advised the cooler will be similar to the cooler in Top Valu but will have five less doors which open for the public. Re stated that $!25,000 had been budgeted for this purchase and anticipates that about $2,000 will be needed for electrical requirements. Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with AA Equipment Company for the purchase and installation of a wa]k-in coo]er at 224] 37th Avenue Northeast, based on the Iow responsive bid of $79,768.50. Roll call: All ayes Pay Equity Plan Councilmember Nawrocki inquired as to the status of the City's pay equity plan. The City Manager responded that the City has received no communication regarding its pay equity plan. e o Proposed Buyer of the Office Building at 40th and Central Avenues Councilmember Nawrocki expressed concern with regard to information about the purchase and/or potential tax delinquency of the office building at 40th and Central Avenues. He feels that the Council has not received all available information regarding this situation and suggested that the services of a specific person to advise the Council be pursued. It was thought these services may cost approximately $2,000. Councilmember Nawrocki suggested the Mayor, the City Manager, the RRA Executive Director and the RRA Chairperson meet with this consultant. This matter will be included on a Council work session agenda. REGULAR COUNCil, MEETING JANUARY II, 199~ PAGE 5 f. Job Description for Assistant to City Mana6er Councilmember Nawrocki stated his objection to having the job description include responsibilities of Personnel Director. He noted that the City Charter requires this responsibility be one of the City Manager position. He also felt the job description should be wide open and flexible rather than reflect the job as it is presently being done. Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to approve the updated job description for the postion of the Assistant to the City Manager dated January 11, 1993. Roll call: Clerkin, Ruettimann, Peterson, Murzyn - aye Nawrocki - nay Update by Police Chief Councilmember Nawrocki requested the Police Chief attend a Council work session to update the Council on the programs instituted, if any, in Grid 8, Nilltop, the Business District and the schoo] liaison project. 10. ~EPORTS a. REport of the City Manaqer The City Manager's report was submitted in written form and the following items were discussed: 1. City Manager Search: The dates of February 19 and 20 were selected to meet with the representative of the search firm for a City Manager. 2. July 4th Activities: The City Manager requested input from the City Council on Fourth of July activities as soon as possible. 3. Alley Vacation: The property owners at 3932 Quincy Street have requested the City to vacate an alley at the rear of their property. The City'Manager advised that they also have a fence which is located on park property. He recommends requesting the owners to move this fence back to their property line. These owners will be requested to attend the next Council meeting to explain their request. Mayor Murzyn noted that the N.B. Fuller Company may have also built on a port,on of this alley. The City Manager will have staff research this matter. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY Il, 1993 PAGE 6 b o 4. Shared Ride: Yellow Cab has provided the Shared Ride service since January 1st. The service has not been satisfactory and staff has been working with the company to improve the service. There are five cabs licensed for the program and the owner has advised the company will be installing another phone line to service the patrons. 5. Carpet for New Liquor Store: The City Manager reported on an opportunity to purchase carpet for the new liquor store if this purchase is made prior to the next Council meeting. Normal purchasing procedures will be complied with. Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to authorize staff to go out for bids for carpet for the new liquor store.. Roll call: All ayes 6. Expiring Terms on Boards and Commissions: The City Manager inquired if the Council wanted letters of interest in reappointment sent to persons whose terms are expiring on various boards and commissions. The Council agreed this should be done. 7. Minnesota Police Recruitment System (MPRS): Councilmember Nawrocki inquired if the Columbia Heights Police Department is using the services of the MPRS. The City Manager responded that the City is a member of this organization but has not used its services for the last two hires. Report of the City Attorney The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Clerkin, second by Peterson to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m. Roll call: All ayes Mayo~f/Donald J,//. M'urzy~, Jr. -Anne Student'S, CounciI Secretary