HomeMy WebLinkAboutNovember 13, 1995OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 13, 1995
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CITIZENS FORUM TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON MATTERSNOT ON AGENDA
A resident of rental property at 4200 Third Street requested
information regarding the disposition of rent he paid on
property which had been posted for a rental license
revocation. He received information on this matter from the
City Attorney.
The resident at 4207 Van Buren Street advised the Council that
signage located at the exit of the parking lot at NEI has been
changed. Previously, exiting traffic had been prohibited from
entering Van Buren Street. He stated the signage currently
there does not support this prohibition but rather prohibits
left turns onto 42nd Avenue. Staff will research the matter.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sturdevant called the Council Meeting to order at 7:12
p.m. and the cablecasting commenced.
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Jolly, Petkoff, Ruettimann, Peterson, Sturdevant- present
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANT~
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA
There were no additions nor deletions to the meeting agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to
Consent Agenda items as follows:
approve the
Minutes for Approval
The Council approved the minutes of the Regular Council
Meeting of October 23, 1995 and the minutes of the Election
Canvassing Meeting of November 8, 1995 as presented and there
were no corrections.
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Establish Hearing Date for License Revocation for Rental
The Council established the hearing date of December 11, 1995
for revocation or suspension of a license to operate a rental
property within the City of Columbia Heights against the
property owners regarding their rental property at 3727
Reservoir Boulevard, 4222 Monroe Street and 4217 Central
Avenue.
Accept Donation from the Columbia Heights Boosters Club for
Children's Programs at the Library
The Council accepted a $250.00 donation from the Columbia
Heights Boosters Club for children's programs at the Columbia
Heights Public Library.
Final Pa_v~ent - Silver Lake Park Pond Modifications - Project
#9316
The Council accepted the work for Municipal Project #9316,
Silver Lake Pond Modifications, and authorized final payment
of $17,728.50 for F.M. Frattalone Excavating and Grading, Inc.
of St. Paul, Mn.
Final Payment - Traffic Signals at 37th Avenue and Johnson
Street - Project #9105
The Council accepted the work for Municipal Project #9105,
traffic signals at 37th Avenue and Johnson Street, and
authorized final payment of $34,738.51 to the City of
Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Attendance of the Finance Director at the Annual GFOA
The Council authorized the attendance of William Elrite,
Finance Director, at the Annual Government Finance Officer's
Association Conference from May 19 - 22, 1996 and that all
related expenses be reimbursed from Fund 101-41510.
Retain Stop Sign - Johnson Street and Innsbruck Parkway
Intersection
The Council authorized the retention of the stop sign for
southbound traffic on Johnson Street at the intersection of
Johnson Street and Innsbruck Parkway based on the
recommendation of the Traffic Commission.
~pprove Conditional Use Permit for Kendall Stone. 4747 Central
Avenue
The Council approved the conditional use permit for Kendall
Stone for the operation of a Christmas tree sales lot at 4747
Central Avenue provided the required license is obtained and
the clean up deposit is submitted prior to operation.
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Approve Conditional Use Permit for Food-N-Fuel. 4001
University Avenue
The Council approved the conditional use permit to allow a
takeout only restaurant operation in the existing gas station
building at 4001 University Avenue provided all fire code
requirements and all Anoka County Health Department
regulations are met.
Approved Conditional Use Permit for James Eng. 5101 University
Avenue
The Council approved a conditional use permit amendment to
allow operation of a U-Haul rental facility in the northeast
corner of the paved parking lot at 5101 University Avenue
provided a yearly license is obtained and the storage of U-
Haul vehicles on site are restricted to a maximum of nine to
twelve vehicles at any one time and only be located in the
northeast paved parking area.
Approve Conditional Use Permit for John Roaers. 4300 Central
Avenue
The Council approved the conditional use permit for the
operation of a Christmas tree lot in the easterly portion of
a parking lot at 4300 Central Avenue from November 24, 1995
through December 24, 1995 provided the required license is
obtained and the clean up deposit is submitted to staff prior
to the operation.
Approve Conditional Use Permit for Brian Bona. 573 40th Avenue
The Council approved the conditional use permit to utilize
off-street parking contingent upon the following items being
completed no later than June 30, 1996: 1) The 22.90 feet that
was split from 4015 Seventh Street and combined with 573 40th
Avenue be surfaced with blacktop; 2) The applicant provide a
continuous, permanent concrete curb along the east property
line adjacent to the alley; 3) The applicant provide a
continuous, permanent concrete curb or bumper curb parallel to
the required screening for protection from damage; 4)
Screening is provided as required by Section 9.117(3) of the
Zoning Ordinance and subject to staff approval between the
house at 4015 Seventh Street and the service station at 573
40th Avenue in addition to extending approved screening on the
east and west sides up to 23 feet in length.
License ADDlications
The Council approved the 1995 license applications as listed
upon payment of proper fees and approved the rental license
applications as listed on the memo from Lowell DeMars dated
November 13, 1995.
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Pa_vment of Bills
The Council authorized the payment of bills as listed out of
proper funds.
Roll call: All ayes
5. RECOGNITION. PROCLAMATIONS. PRESENTATIONS AND GUESTS
A. Proclamation - Home Care Month
Bob Loftus, representing the Home Care Industry, accepted the
Proclamation designating November as Home Care Month in
Columbia Heights.
B. Proclamation - Epilepsy Month
Doug Hill, a Columbia Heights resident and representative of
the Epilepsy Foundation, accepted the proclamation designating
November as Epilepsy Month in Columbia Heights.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. public Hearing for Revocation/Suspension of Rental
License Against Jeannine McDonald (5228 Fourth Street~; Duane
R. Lachinski (5025/27 Jackson Street): and Haakon L. Oksnevad
(3801 Van Buren Street)
Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to close the public
hearing regarding the revocation or suspension of the rental
license held by the above named property owners regarding
their rental property in that the property owners have
complied with provisions of the Housing Maintenance Code. Roll
call: All ayes
B. Public Hearing for Revocation/Suspension of Rental
License Against Omar Nelson (3915 Van Buren Street~
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to close the public
hearing regarding the revocation or suspension of the rental
license held by Omar Nelson regarding rental property at 3915
Van Buren Street in that the provisions of the Housing
Maintenance Code have been complied with. Roll call: All ayes
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C. public Hearina for Revocation/Suspension of Rental
License Against Steven M. Cook {1133 45th Avenue)
Motion by Petkoff, second by Jolly to close the public hearing
regarding the revocation/suspension of the rental license held
by Steven M. Cook regarding rental property at 1133 45th
Avenue in that the provisions of the Housing Maintenance Code
have been complied with. Roll call: All ayes
D. ~ublic ~earing for Revocation/Suspension of Rental
License Against Lee Brandt ¢Smaby!Cities Management. 1201/03
37th Avenue
Motion by Petkoff, second by Jolly to re-establish a hearing
date of December 18, 1995 for revocation or suspension of a
license to operate a rental property within the City of
Columbia Heights against Smaby/Cities Management regarding
rental property at 1201 37th Avenue. Roll call: Ail ayes
E. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1309 Being an Ordinance
Adopting the State Building Code
Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to waive the reading of
the ordinance there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: Ail ayes
ORDINANCE NO. 1309
ADOPTING THE MINNESOTA STATE BUILDING CODE
AN ORDINANCEADOPTING THE MINNESOTA STATE BUILDING CODE. THIS
ORDINANCE PROVIDES FOR THE APPLICATION, ADMINISTRATION AND
ENFORCEMENT OF THE MINNESOTA STATE BUILDING CODE BY REGULATING
THE ERECTION, CONSTRUCTION, ENLARGEMENT, ALTERATION, REPAIR,
MOVING, REMOVAL, DEMOLITION, CONVERSION, OCCUPANCY, EQUIPMENT,
USE, HEIGHT, AREA AND MAINTENANCE OF ALL BUILDINGS AND/OR
STRUCTURES IN THIS MUNICIPALITY; PROVIDES FOR THE ISSUANCE OF
PERMITS AND COLLECTION OF FEES THEREOF; PROVIDES PENALTIES FOR
VIOLATION THEREOF; REPEALS ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF
ORDINANCES THAT CONFLICT THEREWITH.
The municipality does ordain as follows:
Section 1. Application, Ad~inistration and Enforcement. The
application, administration and enforcement of the code shall
be in accordance with Minnesota rule part 1300.2100 and as
modified by Chapter 1305. The Code shall be enforced within
the extraterritorial limits permitted by Minnesota Statute
16B.62 subdivision 1 when so established by this ordinance.
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The code enforcement agency of this municipality is called
Protective Inspections.
A Minnesota certified Building Official must be appointed by
this jurisdiction to administer the code (Minnesota Statute
16B.65).
Section 2. Permits and Fees. The issuance of permits and the
collection of fees shall b e as authorized in Minnesota Statute
16B.62 subdivision 1 and as provided for in Chapter I of the
1994 Uniform Building Code and Minnesota rules parts 1305.0106
and 1305.0107.
Permit fees shall be assessed for work governed by this code
in accordance with Table No. 3A, 1988 Edition of UBC per
ordinance. In addition, a surcharge fee shall be collected on
all permits issued for work governed by this code in
accordance with Minnesota Statute 16B.70.
Section 3. Violations and Penalties. A violation of the code
is a misdemeanor (Minnesota Statute 16B.69).
Section 4. Building Code. The Minnesota State Building Code,
established pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 16B.59 to 16B.75,
is hereby adopted as the building code for this jurisdiction.
This code is hereby incorporated in this ordinance as if fully
set out herein.
The Minnesota State Building Code includes the following
chapters of Minnesota Rules:
1. 1300 Minnesota Building Code
2. 1301 Building Official Certification
3. 1302 State Building Construction Approvals
4. 1305 Adoption of the 1994 Uniform Building Code including
Appendix Chapters:
a. 3, Division 1, Detention and Correctional Facilities
b. 12, Division 11, Sound Transmission Control
c. 29, Minimum Plumbing Fixtures
5. 1307 Elevators and Related Devices
6. 1315 Adoption of the 1993 National Electrical Code
7. 1325 Solar Energy Systems
8. 1330 Fallout Shelters
9. 1335 Floodproofing Regulations
10. 1340 Facilities for the Handicapped
11. 1346 Adoption of the 1991 Uniform Mechanical Code
12. 1350 Manufactured Homes
13. 1360 Prefabricated Buildings
14. 1365 Snow Loads
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15.
16.
17.
1370 Storm Shelters
4715 Minnesota Plumbing Code
7670 Minnesota Energy Code
The following optional appendix chapter of the 1994 Uniform
Building Code is hereby adopted and incorporated as part of
the building code for this municipality.
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3.
4.
5.
Membrane Structures
Section 5. Effective Date of Ordinance. The effective
date of this ordinance is December 13, 1995.
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Date of Passage:
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
October 23, 1995
November 13, 1995
November 13, 1995
Petkoff
Peterson
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A. Other Resolutions/Ordinances
1. Qrder Tolling Initial Review Period
Tom Creighton, cable counsel, advised the Council that the
City is certified to regulate rates. The cost increases being
requested with this tolling are for inflation and actual
costs. The effective date for these increases is January 1,
1996. If an error is found, the cable company will make
refunds.
Meredith Cable stated its preference for annual rate
increases. Councilmember Ruettimann noted there is a
possibility the company will be sold. Creighton felt the new
owners may also want annual increases as well.
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Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to waive the reading of
the Order there being ample copies available for the public.
Roll call: All ayes
REGARDING THE REVIEW OF FORM 1210 SUBMITTED BY MEREDITH CABLE
COMPANY ON OCTOBER 24, 1995
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights (hereinafter the "City")
is certified as a rate regulatory authority pursuant to rules
of the Federal Communications Commission (hereinafter "FCC"),
WHEREAS, the City has notified Meredith Cable Company
(hereinafter "Company") that the Company is subject to the
rate regulatory authority of the City,
WHEREAS, the City has received from the Company a FCC Form
1210, received October 24, 1995, calculating an increase in
the Company's maximum permitted rate for Basic service as of
January 1, 1996, from $7.85 to $9.49,
WHEREAS, the City has determined that it needs additional time
to solicit, receive, and analyze additional information
related to review of the Company's FCC Form 1210,
WHEREAS, the company has since informed the City that it will
not increase its Basic service rate from the current level of
$7.85 to the maximum permitted level reflected on its Form
1210, subject to the FCC allowing the Company, effective
January 1, 1996, to shift the amount of the increase in the
Basic service rate to the Preferred service tier on a revenue
neutral basis.
WHEREAS, the City supports the company in its efforts to
obtain approval of its Preferred service rate from the FCC,
and will not issue a Form 329 complaint against the Company
with respect to the Preferred service rate implemented January
1, 1996,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY ORDERED by the City that the
initial thirty (30) day period for the review of the Company's
FCC Form 1210 is tolled for an additional ninety (90)days.
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FURTHER, for the purpose of calculating the amount of the
increase in the maximum permitted Basic service rate to be
shifted to the Preferred service tier, the City tentatively
approves the Company's FCC Form 1210, with the understanding
that, in the event the City's subsequent analysis of FCC Form
1210 requires a downward reduction in the calculation of the
maximum permitted Basic service rate, the Company will be
required to make such rate adjustments and refunds as are
appropriate.
FURTHER, that in the event the FCC does not allow the Company
to shift the increase in the maximum permitted Basic service
rate to the Preferred service rate, the Company may implement
the Basic service rate, as approved by the City, concurrent
with the implementation of the reduction of the Preferred
service rate, ordered by the FCC, and may offset any refunds
ordered by the FCC against the difference between the Basic
service rate charged during the period covered by the refund
order and the maximum permitted Basic rate, as approved by the
City.
FURTHER, that this Order shall be effective immediately,
however, the tolling period shall not begin until the
expiration of the initial thirty (30) day period.
Ordered this 13th day of November, 1995.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Peterson
Petkoff
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
2. Resolution No. 95-74 Being a Resolution Requesting the
Abandopment of Certain Railroad Tracks Owned by C.P. Rail (Soo
Line Railroad)
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
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NOVEMBER 13, 1995
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RESOLUTION NO. 95-74
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE ABANDONMENT OF CERTAIN RAILROAD
TRACKS OWNED BY C.P. RAIL (SOO LINE RAILROAD)
WHEREAS, facts have been submitted to this body showing that
certain spur line railroad tracks owned by C.P. Rail (Soo Line
Railroad) and located within the City of Columbia Heights,
lying north of 39th Avenue Northeast, from a point 430 feet
east of Fifth Street Northeast, east to the end of the spur
line at Jackson Street Northeast have substantially reduced
the utility of the land through which they pass, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Minn. Stat. SS218.041 and 218.071 the
Transportation Regulation Board has authority over all common
carriers, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Minn. Stat. SS219.681 and 219.741 et seq.
Soo Line Railroad may request the abandonment of certain
tracks, and
WHEREAS, facts have been submitted to this body indicating
that there is a need for the abandonment of Soo Line Railroad
tracks lying north of 39th Avenue Northeast, from a point 430
feet east of Fifth Street Northeast, east to the end of the
spur line at Jackson Street Northeast in the City of Columbia
Heights, Minnesota.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA that the City of Columbia Heights
requests C.P. Rail (Soo Line Railroad) to begin abandonment
proceedings, with the Transportation Regulation Board for the
C.P. Rail (Soo Line Railroad) spur line tracks lying north of
39th Avenue Northeast from a point 400 feet east of Fifth
Street Northeast to the end of the spur line at Jackson Street
Northeast in the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
Passed this 13th day of November, 1995.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Ruettimann
Peterson
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
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3. Resolution No. 95-75 Being a Resolution Declarina
Hazardous Property at 1340 Pierce Terrace
Final inspection of this property has been done. The Building
Inspector recommends the building bedeclared hazardous but is
not recommending that it be razed. It cannot b e occupied until
it is brought up to code. The City Manager will continue to
have the property monitored.
Motion by Petkoff, second by Jolly to waive the reading of the
resolution there being ample copies available for the public.
Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 95-72
BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DECLARING THE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1340
PIERCE TERRACE NORTHEAST, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA, AS
UNSANITARY, HAZARDOUS AND A PUBLIC NUISANCE PER MINNESOTA
STATUTES AS WELL AS BEING IN VOLATION OF THE
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
HOUSING MAINTENANCE CODE
WHEREAS, The property located at 1340 Pierce Terrace was
inspected on October 10, 1995 by Fire Chief Kewatt and
Building Inspector Nygaard and it was determined that the
structure is unsanitary, hazardous and a public nuisance per
Minnesota Statutes and in violation of the Columbia Heights
Housing Maintenance Code. These violations constitute this
seriously dilapidated structure as uninhabitable; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute 463.15 to 463.26 authorizes
municipalities to address hazardous and substandard structures
and properties and the purpose oft he Housing Maintenance Code
is to protect the public health, safety and general welfare of
the people of this City; and
WHEREAS, The City of Columbia Heights finds this structure to
be hazardous based on the following code violations as
contained in the Findings of Fact:
FINDINGS OF FACT
Foundation. Exterior Walls. Roof 28-5A
1)
The exterior wood surfaces have peeling paint and bare
wood exposed. The window frames show rot and are no
longer sound.
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2)
The roof is in poor condition with many shingles curled
and dogeared. The ceilings below show water damage from
leaks.
3)
The gutters and downspouts are rusted with cracked and
peeling paint. Some downspouts are dented and have parts
missing.
Windows. Doors. Screens 30-5A 205(1~(B)
4)
The front and rear doors are cracked and no longer keep
out the elements.
Safe Buildina Elements 36-5A
5) The rear concrete stoop is cracked.
Facilities to Function 37-5A
6) Cracking is noted in the wall of the upper fireplace.
Heating Facilities (27-5A 204(1)
7) The furnace is non-functional.
8)
The water heater is non-functional and appears to have
ruptured due to freezing. Gas service is off due to
hazardous appliances.
9) Water service is off due to broken water pipes.
Rodent Proof 32-5A 205¢1~(D~
10.
The structure is no longer rodent proof. Rodent
inhabitation is evidenced byfeces in large accumulations
on the roof and by the eaves (racoon).
Kitchen Sink 6-5A 201(1%(A~: Kitchen Storage 7-5A 201(1)¢B);
and Food Storage and Preparation 8-5A
11)
The kitchen floor, walls, sink, counter, cabinets, water
piping and applicances have been destroyed where the
water pipes froze and broke. Nothing in this area is
salvageable including the sub floor.
Sanitary Maintenance of Fixtures and Facilities 56-5A 211(4);
Toilet Facilities - 9-5A 201(1~(D); Lavatory Si~k 10-5A
201(1~(E~: and Bathtub and Shower 11-5A 201(1%(F%
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12)
The existing water piping and drain waste vent throughout
the structure may need to be replaced due tot he freezing
of pipes. The existing fixture may no longer be usable
due to the freezing of liquids.
13)
Water and ice damage throughout. Sheet rock and interior
wood elements are no longer viable on first three levels.
Sodding. Slopes. Berms. Weeds. Maintenance 41-5A 207(1~(B~
14) Lawn and yard need maintenance.
Smoke Detectors 51-5A 209f1~
15) Smoke detectors do not meet code.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, based on the Building
Inspector's conclusions, that the structure at 1340 Pierce
Terrace is in a state of dilapidation and lacks the basic
requirements for habitation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City Council accepts the
recommendations of the Fire Chief and the Building Inspector
regarding the structure at 1340 Pierce Terrace and that the
structure be declared hazardous and uninhabitable in its
present condition.
CONCLUSIONS OF THE COUNCIL
The Council finds that all relevant parties have been duly
notified that the Columbia Heights City Council will be
considering this matter on November 13, 1995 at approximately
7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Columbia Heights City Hall,
590 40th Avenue Northeast, Columbia Heights, Minnesota, via
the delivery of a copy of this resolution and its attachments.
Q~DER OF THE COUNCIL
That the structure at 1340 Pierce Terrace cannot be occupied
nor inhabitated until all of the code and statute violations
have been complied with to inhabit or occupy the building and
the owner has received approval from the Fire Chief and
Building Inspector after they have viewed the structure
relative to meeting that compliance.
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Passed this 13th day of November, 1995.
Offered by: Petkoff
Seconded by: Sturdevant
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
4. First Readina of Ordinance No. 1312 Beina an Ordinance
Authorizing ¢oDve~anc~ O£ PrQper~y at 721 51s~ Avenue
Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to waive the reading of
the ordinance there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: Ail ayes
ORDINANCE NO. 1312
BEINGANORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL
ESTATE LOCATED AT 721 51ST AVENUE NORTHEAST
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1:
The City of Columbia Heights may convey unto
the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of
Columbia Heights, Minnesota, a public body,
corporate and politic, the real property
described as follows, to wit:
Easterly 3 acres of North 3.6 acres of Lots ?
& 8, Auditor's Subdivision 51, City of
Columbia Heights, Anoka County, Minnesota
PIN # 26-30-24-11-0009 (Portion)
Section 2:
The Mayor and City Manager are herewith
authorized to execute a quit claim deed to
effectuate the conveyance of said real estate
for $360,000.
Section 3:
This ordinance shall be in full force and
effect from and after thirty (30) days after
its passage.
First Reading: November 13, 1995
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Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to establish December
11, 1995 at approximately 7:00 p.m. as the second reading of
Ordinance No. 1312. Roll call: All ayes
B. Bid Considerations
Award Plow Package for New DumD Truck to Replace Unit #22
Motion by Jolly, second by Peterson to award the snow removal
equipment package for 1996 Ford L8000, W.B. 162", CA-CT 84 to
J-Craft, Inc. of Kimball, Minnesota, based on their low quote
of $13,625.00 plus tax with the Imron paint option, funding
from Fund 431-43121-5150, and furthermore, to authorize the
Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the
same. Roll call: All ayes
2. Authorization to Purchase Service Body for Unit #175
Motion by Peterson, second by Jolly to authorize the purchase
of a service body for Unit $175 from ABM Equipment based on
their low quotation of $8,169.00 plus tax, payment to be split
from Funds 433-49449-5150 and 432-49449-5150, and furthermore,
to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an
agreement for the same. Roll call: All ayes
3. Award o£ Contract for Window Replacement at MSC
Motion by Jolly, second by Peterson to award the contract for
window replacement at the Municipal Service Center to
Empirehouse, Inc. of Minneapolis, Minnesota, for $6092.00 plus
permit costs with funds to come from 601-49449-5120 and 602-
49449-5120, and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City
Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Roll call:
All ayes
C. Other Business
1. Adopt Snow and Ice Control Plan
Motion by Jolly, second by Ruettimann to adopt the Columbia
Heights Master Plan for snow plowing, removal and ice control.
Roll call: All ayes
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2. 1996 Para Transit Service
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Petkoff to request in writing
the Anoka County Board of Commissioners include the City of
Columbia Heights under the Traveler service area based on the
provisions outlined subject to no resolution being reached
with Suburban Taxi for the provision of Shared Ride services
for 1996 at a mutually acceptable per passenger rate by
Friday, November 17, 1995. Roll call: All ayes
3. Handicap Parking Space on Mill Street
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to retain the
handicap parking space on Mill Street in front of Murzyn Hall
based on the recommendation of the Traffic Commission. Roll
call: All ayes
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Report of the City Manaaer
The City Manager's report was submitted in written form. None
of the issues in the report were discussed.
Councilmember Ruettimann observed that all of the FAST COPS
positions are funded on a temporary basis. There is a sunset
date for these officer positions. He felt with the one
retirement already submitted in the Police Department and the
potential for three other retirements, there would be no need
to hire officers to fill the positions left vacant by
retirements. He requested there be a hiring freeze in the
Police Department.
Mayor Sturdevant viewed a problem which would result from this
strategy. All of the federal grants received for funding of
the FAST COPS program were to be used for increased
efficiency. Councilmember Ruettimann did not feel this was
correct.
B. Report of the City Attorney
The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time.
Open Mike Review
Councilmember Jolly requested the Open Mike policy be reviewed
at a Council work session after the first of the year. He is
of the opinion that it should be cablecast.
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10.
Election Candidate Forum
Councilmember Jolly suggested the matter of a candidates'
forum should be explored at a future Council work session. He
noted that during the most recent election there were no
forums in which the voting public could question a candidate.
This has been done in the past. It was recommended that the
City's Human Services Commission could handle this matter.
The City Manager felt that this matter should be operated
outside of City government jurisdiction. He observed that
members of boards and co~missions are appointed by the City
Council.
GENERAL COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Minutes of the following board/commission meetings were
included in the agenda packet:
Human Services Commission October 11, 1995 meeting
Park & Recreation Commission October 25, 1995 meeting
Cable Commission October 19, 1995 meeting
Traffic Commission November 6, 1995 meeting
Planning & Zoning Commission November 8, 1995 meeting
No Council action was required.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to adjourn the
Council meeting at 8:50 p.m. Roll call: All ayes
ayor~J6~eph Sturdevant
Anne Stdd-ent,~cil Secretary