HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 14, 1994OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR.COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 14, 1994
The Council Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor
Sturdevant.
1. ROLL CALL
Jolly, Nawrocki, Ruettimann, Peterson, Sturdevant - present
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were addressed on the Consent Agenda:
Minutes for Approval
The Council approved the minutes of the Regular Council
Meeting of January 24, 1994; the minutes of the Public Hearing
of January 31, 1994 and the Special Executive Session Meeting
of February 7, 1994 as presented.
Conditional Use Permit - 3939 Central Avenue
The Council approved the conditional use permit for 3939
Central Avenue contingent upon the required screening being
provided and the recommendations and requirements of the
Engineering Department and Traffic Commission be implemented
into the plan.
Conditional Use Permit - 4300 Central Avenue
The Council approved the conditional use permit request of
Linder Greenhouses to allow the operation of a "mini garden
center" at 4300 Central Avenue from April I6 - June 26, 1994,
provided a $500 deposit is submitted to the City prior to the
installation to ensure complete removal of the operation no
later than July 1, 1994.
Variance - 3929 Second Street
The Council approved the request for a two foot variance to
allow the extension of the proposed garage at 3929 Second
Street up to the side property line.
Acceptance of Donations From the Columbia Heights Lions Club
and the Columbia Heights Athletic Boosters to the Recreation
Department
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The Council accepted $2,800 from the Columbia Heights Lions
Club for a tv/vcr and mount to be installed in the LaBelle
Lounge at Murzyn Hall and two baby changing stations and
accepted $27,505 from the Columbia Heights Athletic Boosters
for recreation program supplies (t-shirts, caps,
baseball/softball equipment, etc.).
Tax Increment Administrative Expense
The Council authorized payment of $11,384.98 for administering
the 1993 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 Dutch Elm Diseased Tree Removal
Program
The Council authorized staff to seek bids for the 1994-1995
Dutch Elm Diseased Tree Removal Program.
Authorization to Seek Bids for Road Materials
The Council authorized staff to seek bids for the purchase of
road materials.
Authorization to Seek Bids for Weed Contractor
The Council authorized staff to seek bids for the 1994 weed
removal contractor.
Purchase of Athletic Equipment
The Council authorized the purchase of 2,094 t-shirts for
$8,515.14 and 1,176 caps for $1,787.52 from Meca Sportswear,
and $8,045.30 for various athletic equipment from Sports
Supply Group based on low informal price quotations and
authorized the Mayor and City Manager to sign a contract for
the same.
Authorization to Seek Bids for Site Improvements at LaBelle
Pond (Project #9312)
The Council authorized staff to seek bids for site
improvements at LaBelle Pond, Project #9312.
Approval of License Applications
The Council approved the license applications as listed upon
payment of the proper fees.
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Payment of Bills
The Council approved the payment of bills as listed out of
proper funds.
Councilmember Nawrocki requested clarification on a portion of
the minutes of the January 24, 1994 Council Meeting. The
concern was with the resolution regarding the submission of
the CDBG application and who was authorized to submit.
The resolution stated that the City Manager and the HRA
Executive Director were authorized to prepare and submit the
application. Councilmember Nawrocki wanted it clearly
understood that the City Council was the final authority for
the use of these funds in the Neighborhood Revitalization and
Housing Rehabilitation projects. The City Manager noted this
had been the understanding. This was also stated in the last
paragraph of the resolution.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Jolly to approve the Consent
Agenda as presented. Roll call: All ayes
OPEN MIKE/PROCLAMAtIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Chester Radajewski had applied for a cab driver's license from
the City of Columbia Heights. Denial of his application was
recommended by the Police Department based on his falsifying
information on the application.
Mr. Radajewski advised he did not recall some convictions
therefore he did not state them on the application. Discussion
continued regarding the nature of the violations and
convictions. Councilmember Jolly stated he could not support
approval of the application because of the omissions.
Motion by Peterson, second by Nawrocki to grant a provisional
license to Chester Radajewski for six months contingent on
being monitored on a thirty day basis by the Police
Department, and if there is a violation, staff would revoke
the license subject to a hearing. Roll call: Nawrocki,
Ruettimann, Peterson, Sturdevant - aye Jolly - nay
PUBLIC HEARINGS/RESOLUTIONS/ORDINANCES
a. Resolution and Public Hearing on Sheffield Revitalization
Plan
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Staff is recommending that the public hearing be continued
until the issue has been discussed at a Council work session.
Councilmember Ruettimann had suggested adoption of the
resolution be delayed until there was more discussion by the
Council and there was an opportunity for more public input. He
noted there were some residents attending this meeting who
were interested in this matter. He encouraged their input.
Henry Drews, 4519 Polk Street, has resided in the Sheffield
Neighborhood for many years. He stated he and some of his
neighbors would be interested in purchasing a lot in the area
and building a new home.
Keith Roberts, Chairperson of SHINE, suggested time is a
premium for deciding the disposition of the buildings
purchased by the City. He noted the buildings are empty and
may become sources of problems when the weather improves.
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Nawrocki to table adoption of
the resolution and continue the public hearing until February
28, 1994 and to schedule further discussions on the
Redevelopment and Housing Developent Plan at a Council work
session on February 22, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. Roll call: All ayes
b. First Reading of Ordinance No. 1282 Being an Ordinance
Pertaining to Issuing of Tags
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. 1282
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1160, CITY CODE OF
1977, AS AMENDED, AND PERTAINING TO THE POWERS OF THE COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICERS
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1: Chapter 3, Article II, Section 3 (7), of
Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, as amended which
currently reads as follows, to wit:
3.203(7) Persons hired as community service officers in the
Police Department are authorized to issue a citation in lieu
of arrest or continued detention to persons violating the
following sentence of this Code, to wit:
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(a) 7.202(2) overtime parking in public parking areas
(b) 7.202(3) loading zones
(c) 7.202(4) bus stops and taxi stands
(d) 7.202(5) metered parking areas
(e) 7.202(6) boulevard parking
(f) 7.202(6)(c)(iii) violation of a boulevard parking permit
(g) 7.202(9) handicap parking
(h) 7.203(1) temporary or emergency no parking (parades,
etc.)
(i) 7.205(1) six hour maximum parking
(j) 7.205(2) parking on a traffic lane or in an alley
(k) 7.205(3) abandoned vehicle
(1) 7.205(4) fire lanes or other parking violations on
private property
(m) 7.206(7) junk vehicles
(n) 7.205(11) obstruct traffic in a private parking lot
(o) 7.205(12) overtime parking in a private parking lot
(p) 7.205(13) no parking 2 a.m. to 6 a.m.
(q) 7.205(14) no parkfng April 1 to May 1 when 3 1/2 inches
or more of snow on the street
(r) 7.401(1) bicycle registration
(s) 7.402(2) bicycle lights and reflector
(t) 7.402(3) miscellaneous bicycle violations
(u) Chapter 8, Article 1, Sections 1 through 8, Animal
Violations
(v) 8.203(3) unauthorized signs in the publi right-of-way
(w) 8.204(2) junk vehicles
(x) 7.401(3) bicycle impound
(y) 10.201(1) parking in a park 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.
(z) 10.201(12) pets on leash when in City park
(aa) Minn. Stat. 169.34 miscellaneous parking violations
(bb) Minn. Stat. 169.346 handicap parking
(cc) Minn. Stat. 169.34 parallel curb parking
(dd) Minn. Stat. 169.222 operation of bicycles
is herewith amended to read,
3.02(7) Persons hired as community service officers in the
Police Department are authorized to issue a citation in lieu
of arrest or continued detention to persons violating the
following sentence in this Code, to wit:
(a) Chapter 5, Commercial Licensing Regulations
(b) 5A.207(b)(i) no vehicle parking in landscaped areas
(c) Chapter 6, Building and Construction
(d) Cha~ter 6, Article III, Section I Street Excavations
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(e) 7.202(2) overtime parking on public parking areas
(f) 7.202(3) loading zones
(g) 7.202(4) bus stops and taxi stands
(h) 7.202(5) metered parking areas
(i) 7.202(6) boulevard parking
(j) 7.202(6)(c)(iii) violation of a boulevard parking permit
(k) 7.202(9) handicap parking
(1) 7.203(1) temporary or emergency no parking (parades,
etc.)
(m) 7.205(1) six hour maximum parking
(n) 7.205(2) parking in a traffic lane or in an alley
(o) 7.205(3) abandoned vehicle
(p) 7.205(4) fire lanes or other parking violations on
private property
(q) 7.205(7) junk vehicles
(r) 7.205(11) obstruct traffic in a private parking lot
(s) 7.205(12) overtime parking in a private parking lot
(t) 7.205(13) no parking 2 a.m. to 6 a.m.
(u) 7.205(14) no parking April 1 to May 1 when 3 1/2 inches
or more of snow on the street
(v) 7.401(1) bicycle registration
(w) 7.402(2) bicycle lights and reflector
(x) 7.402(3) miscellaneous bicycle violations
(y) Chapter 8, Article I, Sections 1 through 8, Animal
Violations
(z) Chapter 8, Article III, Garbaqe and Rubbish
(aa) Chapter 8, Article IV, Fire Safety
(bb) 8.202(1) substandard structures
(cc) 8.202(2) hazardous buildinqs
(dd) 8.202(3) snow on sidewalks
(ee) 8.203(3) unauthorized signs in the public right-of-way
(ff) 8.203 other nuisances
(gg) 8.204(2) junk vehicles
(hh) 7.401(3) bicycle impound
(ii) I0.201(1) parking in a park ll p.m. to 6 a.m.
(jj) 10.201(12) pets on leash when in City park
(kk) Minn. Stat. 169.34 miscellaneous parking violations
(11) Minn. Stat. 169.346 handicap parking
(mm) Minn. Stat. I69.34 parallel curb parking
(nn) Minn. Stat. 169.222 operation of bicycles
Section 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect
from and after thirty (30) days after its passage.
First Reading: February 14, I994.
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to schedule the
second reading of Ordinance No. 1282 for February 28, 1994.
Roll call: All ayes
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c. Resolution No. 94-06 Being a Resolution Designating
Depositories for Funds of the City of Columbia Heights
Motion by Peterson, second by Nawrocki to waive the reading of
the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 94-06
DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES FOR FUNDS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the First Bank National Association and
the Northeast State Bank be hereby designated as the
depositories for monies of the City of Columbia Heights, and
the Treasurer of this City is hereby directed to deposit
monies of this City in said banks, and the First Bank Nationa!
Association and Northeast State Bank are hereby authorized and
directed to honor and pay any checks or orders, when signed by
the Mayor, City Manager and Treasurer for the withdrawal or
transfer of funds on deposit in said banks in whatever form.
AND, that the following financial institutes be designated as
officia! depositories of the City of Columbia HeiGhts for
investment purposes: First Trust, Northeast State Bank, Twi~J
City Federal, Norwest Bank, American National Bank of St.
Paul, First Bank National Association, Merrill Lynch
Government Securities, Inc., Prudential Securities, Minnesota
Municipal Money Market Fund, Piper Jaffray Companies, Juran &
Moody, Inc., Shearson-Lehman Brothers.
AND, that the Treasurer shall have the authority to wire
transfer from one official depository to another for the
purpose of investing City funds.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in case such deposit shall at any
time exceed the sum for which its deposits are insured under
the acts of Congress of the United States relating to
insurance of bank deposits, said depository shall immediately
furnish bond or securities in lieu of bond. The following are
hereby designated as the places for safekeepinG of all
securities in lieu of such bond: the Federal Reserve Bank,
Norwest Bank, Manufacturers Hanover Bank, Midland National
Bank, American National Bank of St. Paul, First Bank Nationa!
Association, Piper Jaffray Companies, Juran & Moody, Inc.
Adopted this 14th day of February, 1994
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Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Peterson
Ruettimann
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
d. Resolution No. 94-07 for Name Change - Southwest Park
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to waive the reading
of the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Rol! call: All ayes
All responses received from residents in the area of this park
were supportive of the name change.
Councilmember Ruettimann felt the information regarding how
each of the City parks was named was interesting. He suggested
this information be made available for the public.
WHEREAS:
WHEREAS:
WHEREAS:
WHEREAS:
WHEREAS:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-07
CHANGING NAME OF SOUTHWEST PARK
The name of Southwest Park refers only to its
location; and
With the exception of Southwest Park, the names of
all the parks in Columbia Heights were chosen to
recognize individuals who made significant
contributions to the community or performed some
meritorious service; and
Lomianki, Poland is the Sister City to Columbia
Heights and the relationship between the two cities
has become very meaningful; and
The City of Lomianki, Poland has renamed one of its
thoroughfares "Columbia Heights Boulevard" in
recognition of its Sister City; and
The Columbia Heights Sister City Committee has
requested that Southwest Park be renamed Lomianki
Park to honor residents of that City.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that as of this date,
Southwest Park will be renamed Lomianki Park; that this change
will be recognized on City maps, and that appropriate siGnage
will be erected in Lomianki Park identifying it.
Passed this 14th day of February, 1994.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Ruettimann
Peterson
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
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 14th day of February,
1994, as shown by the minutes of said meeting in my
possession.
Jo-Anne Student, Deputy Clerk
e. Resolution No. 94-08 Being a Resolution Levying Alley
Midb]ock Light
The Public Works Director reviewed the project. He advised
that the costs per foot have changed due to refiGurinG the
charges for an odd-shaped lot.
Councilmember Nawrocki stated he does not want to assess
administration costs. The Public Works Director advised that
the costs per foot would be reduced by 25% if these costs are
not included in the project.
Councilmember Nawrocki inquired if any Coun¢ilmember objected
to the removal of the administrative costs. Councilmember
Ruettlmann responded he felt this may be unfair. He would want
to know the financial impact if all administrative fees were
removed from this type of project.
The City Manager advised he would have this information
prepared for presentation at the February 28th 'Council
Meeting.
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Motion by Jolly, second by Peterson to waive the reading of
the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 94-08
Adopting assessment roll for the following local improvement
and ratifying and confirming all other proceedings, heretofore
had: Special Assessment for midblock alley lighting numbered
677-Area 23-Project #9325.
WHEREAS: the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights,
Minnesota, met at 7:00 p.m. on the 14th day of February, 1994,
in the City Council Chambers, 590 40th Avenue Northeast,
Columbia Heights, Minnesota, being the time and place set when
and where all persons interested could appear and be heard by
the Council with respect to benefits, and to the proportion of
the cost of making the local improvement above described, a
notice of such hearing having been heretofore duly published
as required by law, and a notice mailed to each property owner
of record, stating the proposed amount of the assessment; and,
WHEREAS, this Council has heretofore estimated the cost of
such local improvement and has prepared an assessment roll
therefore,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS HEREBY
RESOLVES:
Section 1:
That this Council does hereby adopt the
aforesaid assessment roll known and described
as "Assessment Roll for Local Improvements"
numbered 677-Area 23-Project 9325 for midblock
alley lighting, located between Tyler Street
Northeast and Polk Street from 37th Avenue to
39th Avenue Northeast.
Section 2:
That this Council hereby finds and determines
that each of the lots and parcels of land
enumerated in said assessment roll was and is
especially benefitted by such improvements.
This Council further finds and determines that
the proper proportion of the cost of such
improvement to be especially assessed against
each lot or parcel of land is the amount as
billed annually by Northern States Power plus
an administration fee.
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Section
Section 4:
Section 5:
That the annual installment shall be paid in
full without interest, at City Hall, on or
before 4:30 p.m. September 15, 1994, and in
annual installments thereafter, as long as the
midblock light is in place. Failure to pay the
annual installment renders the same delinquent
and thereafter a 10% penalty is added and the
said delinquent special assessment is
certified to the County for collection with
the real estate tax.
That this Council did hereby determine and
redetermine to proceed with said improvement,
does ratify and confirm all other proceedings
heretofore had in regard to this improvement,
and said improvement shall hereafter be known
and numbered 677-Area 23 for midblock alley
lighting.
This resolution shall take effect immediately
upon its passage.
Passed this 14th day of February, 1994.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Jolly
Peterson
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
f. Resolution No. 94-09; Being a Resolution to Support the
Celebration of Heights Pride
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. 94-09
BEING A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CELEBRATION OF HEIGHTS PRIDE
WHEREAS:
The City recognizes the need to develop civic pride
through citizen involvement and participation; and
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WHEREAS:
WHEREAS:
WHEREAS:
The City recognizes the need to participate and
encourage participation in the "Celebrate Heights
Pride Community Event"; and
The event is to be held at various sites including
City property from April 29th through the month of
May, 1994; and
The leadership and Guidance for the event will be
provided by the Columbia Heights Chamber of
Commerce and City staff.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the month of May is designated as
Columbia Heights "Celebrate Heights Pride" month and that the
City Council authorizes the staff time necessary to support
such an event, to support the volunteer activities and to
provide the funds necessary to direct and indirect City
involvement with the event.
Dated this 14th day of February, 1994.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Nawrocki
Ruettimann
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
Councilmember Nawrocki requested staff to share information
regarding insurance for this celebration with members of the
Heights Pride Committee.
COMMUNICATIONS
a. Request for Additional Shared Ride Funding
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Jolly to authorize the City
Manager to send a letter to the Anoka County Commissioners
requesting reimbursement of the unfunded portion of the 1993
Shared Ride Program. Roll call: All ayes
OLD BUSINESS
a. Reschedule Date for Public Improvement Hearinq - LaBel]e
East Bank Erosion Control
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Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to reschedule from
February 28, 1994, the LaBelle Park East Bank Erosion Control
Project Public Improvement HearinG to March 21, 1994 at 7:00
p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Roll call: All ayes
b. Classification and Sale Approval of Certain Tax-Forfeit
Land
The City Manager stated that both properties have some defects
regarding their profitability. Councilmember Jolly advised
that the lot on 43rd has had some problems with poor soil
conditions and some utility problems.
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize the City
Manager to forward the classification report to Anoka County
and forward the HRA request to acquire property at 4150
Central Avenue and 1218 43rd Avenue Northeast at no cost. Roll
call: All ayes
c. Amendment to CORE Report
Councilmember Nawrocki distributed the amendment to the CORE
Report. The second report is now out. Of special interest to
cities is the proposal to reduce state aid. If this is
adopted, Columbia Heights would experience a reduction of
39.9%. A five percent annual reduction is being recommended.
d. House Task Force Committee on Taxes
The report of this committee was distributed last week. It
contained a new Local Government A'id (LGA) formula which would
apply only to "new" money. Being proposed is the elimination
of the grandfathering clause over a five year period.
e. Library Report
Councilmember Nawrocki noted in the Library Report that there
was no response from Honeywell when a problem was experienced
at the Library. He had also heard there was a similar
experience at Murzyn Hall when' there was a problem.
The City Manager advised there have been on-going meetings
with Honeywell to discuss performance response, service calls
and other issues regarding levels of service. Costs incurred
by the City with problems will be reimbursed by Honeywell.
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f. Local Government Aids
Councilmember Ruettimann feels the State currently has a
regressive tax system which funds local government aids. He
noted that the Governor's plan is to create a state with two
or three counties.
g. Status of Hirinq New Police Officer
Councilmember Ruettimann inquired as to the status of hiring
a new police officer. The City Manager referred him to item #9
in the City Manager's report. This matter will be on the
agenda for a Council work session.
h. Status of Library Elevator
Councilmember Jolly inquired about the status of the elevator
project for the Library. The City Manager advised that the
contractor has been given a deadline. His Assistant noted the
City is waiting for some insurance information as well.
NEW BUSINESS
a. Purchase of Police Vehicles
The City Manager advised that the deadline for purchasing off
the State contract is the end of February.
Councilmember NawrockJ inquired if purchasing off the Hennepin
County or Anoka County contracts had been pursued. The Police
Chief responded this has not been done.
Motion by Jolly, second by Peterson to authorize the purchase
of two 1994 Ford LTD po]ice vehicles, one service manual, and
one parts manual from the State of Minnesota contract A-
174(5), for a total cost of $28,226.00 from Superior Ford,
Inc., and that the Mayor and City Manager are authorized to
sign a contract for same, provided no alternatives are
available for less cost through Hennepin County or Anoka
County or other sources on comparative vehicles. Roll call:
Ali ayes
b. Purchase of MDT (Mobile Digital Terminal)
Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to authorize the
purchase of one MDT Unit from Anoka County at a cost of
$4,989.75 and the Mayor and City Manager are authorized to
sign a contract for same. Roll call: Ail ayes
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c. Authorization to Enter Into Contract for a Water Supply
Study
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Nawrocki to appropriate
$12,500 from retained earnings in the Water Fund to line item
601-49430-3050 and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to
enter into a contract with MSA Consulting Engineers for
preparation of a Water Supply Study (Project #9234) for a not-
to-exceed amount of $12,.500. Roll call: All ayes
d. Public Officials Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance
Coverage
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Ruettimann to authorize staff to
seek quotes for Public Officials Errors and Omissions coverage
for inclusion with the May 9, 1993 insurance renewal. Roll
call: All ayes
e. Tax Increment Administrative Expense
Councilmember Ruettimann noted that the costs associated with
the tax increment administration increases each year. He felt
if Anoka County were to do the City's special assessments it
would be very expensive.
Councilmember Nawrocki stated that a comparison cannot be
done. The tax increment process and the special assessment
process are different.
f. Park and Recreation Commission Bui]dinq Proposal
Information regarding the Park and Recreation Commission
proposal for a multi-use building was distributed at the
Council Meeting.
The City Manager requested Council direction regarding a
survey mailing. Councilmember Peterson felt the mailing should
be done as soon as possible.
Councilmember Nawrocki felt there was a need for additional
information regarding funding for the operation of the
facility, maintenance costs, and the need for additional
space. He stated the draft survey was too general and to make
an honest evaluation, the public needed more information.
Councilmember Ruettimann was of the opinion the survey was
inclusive enough. He noted that additional information would
be presented and discussed at a public hearing.
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Councilmember Jolly felt the purpose of the survey was to find
out what people are interested in and present the concept. Me
suggested that the phone number be placed in a more obvious
place.
Councilmember Nawrocki felt operating costs and normal
maintenance costs should be available for residents. He
indicated that most of the information he has received has
been secondhand and there have been no plans nor reports from
the Recreation Director containing additional information.
Councilmember Ruettimann advised there is a Park and
Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday,
February 23rd. He requested all members of the Council attend
this meeting and that they bring With them any additional
information they may want added to the survey so it can be
mailed out.
Councilmember Nawrocki recommended the surveys be returned
with utility bill payments. The draft survey had requested the
completed surveys be dropped off or mailed to the Recreation
Department.
g. Recommended Policy on Consideration of Appointments to
Boards and Commissions
Councilmember Nawrocki drafted a policy on consideration of
appointments to boards and commissions for Council review. He
distributed the draft policy to the City Councilmembers and
reviewed some of the recommendations. He noted that attendance
was omitted from the draft policy.
Councilmember Jolly noted he has received some information
from other cities and the League of Minnesota Cities regarding
appointments and criteria for a written policy. He suggested
that the applicants could be interviewed by members of the
board or commission in which they were interested with the
final appointment process being done by the Council.
10. REPORTS
a. Report of the City Manager
The City Manager's report was submitted in written form and
the following items were addressed:
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Work Session for Board/Commission Interviews: The C~ty Manager
has scheduled a breakfast meeting at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday,
February 26th to be followed with board and commission
applicant interviews. Councilmember Ruettimann advised he will
not be available early that day because of work
responsibilities.
Additional Documents Regarding Various Matters: Additional
information which addressed refuse rate adjustments and
consolidation of Police Relief Association with PERA was
distributed to the Council.
Councilmember Nawrocki felt the Council needed more
information regarding the police pension plan besides what was
received in the agenda packet.
b. Report of the City Attorney
The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to adjourn the
meeting at 10:15 p.m. Roll call: All ayes
or ~oseph S%urd~ant
nne Student,'~C~ouncil Secretary