HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 24, 1995OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 24, 1995
The Regular Council Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by
Mayor Sturdevant.
Jolly, Petkoff, Ruettimann, Peterson, Sturdevant - present
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were approved on the Consent Agenda:
Minutes for Approva~
The Council approved the minutes of the July 10, 1995 Regular
Council Meeting as presented.
Conditional Use Permit - Columbia Heights Assembly of God
Church. 4054 Van Buren Street Northeast
The Council approved the conditional use permit to allow the
construction of a 12' x 20' utility building at 4054 Van Buren
Street Northeast as it is in compliance with the Zoning
Ordinance·
Conditional Use Permit - Sung Jang. 4920 Central Avenu-
Northeast
The Council approved the conditional use permit to operate a
Korean restaurant at 4920 Central Avenue Northeast contingent
upon removal of the freestanding sign and upon submittal of
architectural interior floor plans showing the number of and
placement of seating before any permits are issued.
Conditional Use Permit - Patti & John Lvte. Jr.. 5015 Fourth
Street Northeast
The Council approved the conditional use permit to allow the
construction of a 10'x 12' utility building with a 4' x 12'
roofed porch in the rear of 5015 Fourth Street Northeast as it
is in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance.
Plat ADDroval - Hillcrest Development. 550 39th Avenue
Northeast
The Council approved the plat for 550 39th Avenue Northeast to
be recorded as a registered land survey with Anoka County.
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Block Party Request - Ruth Graham. 625 47th Avenue Northeast
for August 1. 1992
The Council approved the request of Ruth Graham of 625 47th
Avenue to barricade the cul-de-sac only at the end of 47th
Avenue, west from Monroe Street to the top of the hill for an
annual block party/crime watch meeting from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00
p.m. on August 1, 1995 (National Night Out).
Block Party Request - Bruce Magnuson. 5010 Pennine Pass. for
August 12. 1995
The Council approved the request of Bruce Magnuson, 5010
Pennine Pass, to block off Chalet Drive between Stinson
Boulevard and Pennine Pass for an annual block party from 1:00
p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on August 12, 1995.
Work Session Scheduled Dates
The Council approved the following work session dates; July
31, 1995 at 7:00 p.m., August 7, 1995 at 8:00 p.m. and August
21, 1995 at 7:00 p.m.
Block Party Request - Laurie Rithmiller. 5159 University
Avenue Northeast for August 1. ~995
The Council approved the request of Laurie Rithmiller, 5159
University Avenue Northeast, to block off 52nd Avenue between
Fourth Street and Fifth Street for a block party from 6:30
p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on August 1, 1995 (National Night Out).
Block Party Request - Lois Wielinski. 4047 Sixth Street
Northeast
The Council approved the request of Lois Wielinski, 4047 Sixth
Street, to barricade Sixth Street from 40th to 41st Avenues
from 7:00 p.m. to Midnight on September 9, 1995 for the
purpose of conducting their second annual Neighbor Awareness
block party.
Authorize APWA Conference Attendance by Public Work~
Superintendent
The Council authorized the Public Works Superintendent to
attend the APWA 1995 International Public Works Congress and
Exposition, September 23-28, 1995 in Dallas, Texas, and
authorized all related expenses be reimbursed from funds
budgeted in 601-49430-3105, 602-49450-3105, 601-49430-3320 and
602-49450-3320.
Authorized Final Payment for Building Accessibility
Improvements
The Council authorized acceptance of the work for building
accessibility improvements, Municipal Projects $9424, $9212,
$9218, and #9219 and authorized final payment of $3,125.94 to
PMI Construction Company of New Brighton, Mn.
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Authorization to Seek Bids to Line Sanitary Sewer
The Council authorized staff to seek bids to line the sanitary
sewer pipe on Reservoir Boulevard between 37th Avenue and 39th
Avenue.
Audit Engagement Letter
The Council authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter
into a contract with Tautges, Redpath and Company, Ltd. to
complete the City's audit for the years 1995 and 1996 as
outlined in their letter dated June 26, 1995.
Authorization to Attend Fleet Maintenance Advanced Training
The Council authorized the attendance of Tom Hosch and Barbara
Sandberg at the Fleet Maintenance Users Conference and
Training October 2-6, 1995 by DP Solutions, Inc. in St.
Petersburg Beach, Florida and that all related expenses be
reimbursed from Funds 701-49950-3105 and 701-49950-3320.
License ApDlications
The Council approved the license applications as listed upon
payment of proper fees.
Payment of Bills
The Council approved the payment of the bills as listed out of
proper funds.
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~PPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Jolly to approve the Consent
Agenda as presented. Roll call: All ayes
Authorization to Seek Bids for the Purchase of Emergency
Lights and Exit Signs for J.P. Murzyn Hall
This item was removed from the Consent Agenda for further
discussion.
Councilmember Ruettimann inquired if exit signs were being
added. The City Manager responded this was not the case and
that the current signs were not hard wired but operated on
batteries. The chargers for the batteries were hard wired but
have proven difficult to maintain.
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize staff to
seek bids for the purchase of emergency lights and exit signs
for John P. Murzyn Hall. Roll call: Ail ayes
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5. OPEN MIKE/PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
a. Proclamation - National Night Out
The Mayor presented the proclamation designating August 1,
1995 as National Night Out in Columbia Heights to Sergeant
Bill Roddy. Sergeant Roddy thanked the Council for its
continuing support of this event. This is the ninth year that
residents of Columbia Heights observed this national event.
b. Recoanition of Rich Gill
The Mayor presented Rich Gill with a plaque in recognition of
his retirement after twenty-five years of employment with the
City of Columbia Heights.
c. Recognition of Bob Field
The Mayor presented a commemorative clock to Bob Field in
recognition of his six years of service on the Charter
Commission.
A resident declared his candidacy for a Council seat in the
upcoming municipal elections.
A resident who lives in the area of Murzyn Hall voiced her
concerns with the behavior of people attending functions at
the Hall. She requested the Mayor to have police department
personnel in the area when functions are over at the Hall.
Some of the most disturbing behavior for this resident has
taken place on her property and in the adjacent parking lot.
e. ~ew Employees
Kelly Fetzer and Clark Trytten, two newly-hired Public Works
employees, were introduced. It was also noted that Mark Winson
has returned to resume the duties of the Public Works
Director/City Engineer.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS/RESOLUTIONS/ORINANCES
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a. p~blic Hearing/Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1303 Being
an Ordinance Authorizing the Sale of Property at 4612 Taylor
Street Northeast
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. 1303
BEING ANORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL
ESTATE LOCATED AT 4612 TAYLOR STREET NORTHEAST
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1: The City of Columbia Heights may convey unto
First Choice Homes the real property described as follows, to
wit:
Lot 12 and 13, Block 1, Sheffield's 2nd Subdivision, Anoka
County, Minnesota. PIN 25-30-24-33-0008
Section 2: The Mayor and City Manager are herewith
authorized to execute deeds to effectuate the conveyance of
said real estate subject to the terms, purchase price, and
conditions specified.
Section 3: This ordinance shall be in full force and
effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage.
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Date of Passage:
July 10, 1995
July 24, 1995
July 24, 1995
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Peterson
Petkoff
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to approve the sale and
redevelopment agreement relating to 4612 Taylor Street
Northeast between First Choice Homes, Inc. for the sale of
4612 Taylor Street Northeast and authorize the Mayor and City
Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Roll call:
Ail ayes
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b. First Readina of Ordinance No. 1305 Beina an Ordinanc~
Amending Ordinance No. 853. City Code of 19~7. Vacating
Certain Alley Easement
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to waive the reading
of the ordinance there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: Ail ayes
ORDINANCE NO. 1305
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 West-East, from Third Street to State
Highway No. 47 and is adjacent to Lots 33, 34, 35, Block 70,
Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, on the south and a
portion of Lot 10, Rearrangement of Block E Columbia Heights
Annex to Minneapolis, Anoka County, Minnesota on the north.
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: One half of the fourteen (14) feet vacated alley be
added to the above described lots that are adjacent to said
alley.
Section 3: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect
from and after thirty (30) days after its passage.
First Reading: July 24, 1995
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to establish August
14, 1995 at approximately 7':00 p.m. as the second reading of
Ordinance No. 1305. Roll call: All ayes
c. First Readina of Ordinance No. 1306 Being an OrdiDance
Amending Parking Requirements in Section 9.116~4) of the
Zoning Ordinance
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Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to waive the reading of
the ordinance there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
ORDINANCE NO. 1306
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF
1977, PERTAINING TO ZONING AMENDMENTS
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 9.116(4) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977,
which currently reads as follow, to wit:
9.116(4) Required Off-Street Parking
(a)
Calculating Spaces: When determining the number of off-
street parking spaces required results in a fraction,
each fraction of one-half (1/2) or more shall constitute
another space.
(b)
Garage or Carport: A garage or carport shall be
considered a parking space. However, a building permit
shall not be granted to convert a garage or carport to
living space unless other acceptable provisions are made
to provide the required parking space.
(c) Single Family Dwellina: At least two (2) parking spaces,
one of which shall be a garage.
(d) Two Family Dwelling: At least two (2) parking spaces per
dwelling unit, one of which shall be a garage.
(e)
Rooming House: At least two (2) parking spaces for each
three (3) persons for which accommodations are provided
for sleeping.
(f)
Multiple Dwelling: At least two (2) parking spaces for
each dwelling in the R-3 District, 1.5 in the R-4
District, and I in all "B" Districts, one of which shall
be a garage.
(g) ~ At least one (1) parking space for each rental
court provided in thedesign of the building.
(h)
~otel: At least one (1) space for each dwelling unit or
lodging room, plus one (1) additional space for each
eight units.
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School. Elementary and Junior High: At least one (1)
parking space for each class room plus one (1) additional
space for each 300 student capacity.
School - High Schools. Vocational~ College and Other Post
Secondary Schools:
(1) High Schools: At least one (1) parking space for each
seven (7) students based upon design capacity, plus one
(1) additional space for every two classrooms.
(2) Vocational Schools. Colleges and Other PDst Secondary
~F~Ig~L~At least one (1) parking space for every two and
one-eighth (2 1/8) students based upon actual enrollment.
Actual student enrollment for purposes of this section is
the greatest number of students which the school has
enrolled for attendance at any one time provided that all
students accommodated at other times or in other shifts
shall also be included for the purpose of determining
actual student enrollment under this section if classes
for a prior or subsequent time or shift begin or end
within one and one-half (1 1/2) hours of the time when
the greatest number is enrolled provided however that the
number of parking spaces shall never be less than that
stated in Section 9.116(4)(j)(11).
Church Clubs: At least one (1) parking space for each
three and one-half (3 1/2) seats based on the design
capacity of the main assembly hall.
Theater~ Ballfield. Stadium: At least one (1) parking
space for each eight (8) seats of design capacity.
~ At least one and one-half (1 1/2) parking
spaces for each patient bed.
Sanitarium. Convalescent Home. Rest Home. Nursing Home
Institution: At least one (1) parking space for each two
(2) beds for which accommodations are offered.
Medical or Dental Clinic or Veterinary Office: At least
three (3) parking spaces for each staff doctor or dentist
according to design capacity.
Prepared Food Establishments: At least one (1) parking
space for each fifteen (15) square feet of gross floor
area in building except an area equal to four (4) square
feet for each seat provided.
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PreDated Food Delivery Establishment: At least one (1)
parking space for each 180 square feet of gross floor
area in building except of the Prepared Food Delivery
Establishment as such establishment is defined in Section
9.103(63).
Bowling Alley: At least five (5) parking spaces for each
alley, plus additional spaces as may be required herein
for related uses such as a restaurant.
Motor Fuel Stations; At least six (6) parking spaces plus
two (2) off-street parking spaces for each service stall.
Retail Store. Open Space Retail or Service ShoD: At least
one (1) off-street parking space for each two hunderd
(200) square feet of floor area (net).
Restaurant. Cafe~ Bar. Tavern. Night Club: At least one
(1) space for each three (3) seats based on capacity
design where there is no design layout, one (1) space for
each thirty-five (35) square feet of gross floor area.
Provided, however, the City Council may by affirmative
vote grant a contractual parking permit reducing the off-
street parking requirements for a structure existing on
August 8, 1977 by not more than fifty percent (50%) of
this ordinance when the owner of the lot petitions the
City Council and the City Council finds at a hearing on
such petition that:
i) The proposed use designed at maximum capacity does not
warrant the strict parking requirements of the section;
and
ii) The reduction is required off-street parking spaces
will not cause an additional burden on other lots or on
off-street parking spaces; and
iii) The lot size is not large enough to allow the
highest and best use of the property without such
contractual parking permit; and
iv) The use of the property does not include the sale of
intoxicating liquors; and
v) Petitioner has filed an application not less than
thirty (30) days before said hearing and has paid a
permit fee set by Resolution of the Council in the
absence of a Resolution setting such fee; the application
fee shall be $300.00; and
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vi) The petitioner is the owner of good and marketable
title to all of the property to which the contractual
parking permit would apply. Ownership of the property
shall be determined by the City Attorney based upon an
abstract of title or registered property certified to the
current date and supplied to the City Attorney at
petitioner's expense no later than fifteen (15) days
prior to the hearing on the petition.
vii) If the petition is granted by the City Council, the
contractual parking permit may be issued only after the
following conditions have been met:
1) The owner or owners and all lienholders of
record shall join in executing the contractual
parking permit which document shall be in a form
recordable in the office of the Anoka County
Recorder. The document shall provide that the
rights therein granted to the petitioner by the
City Council are not transferable or assignable to
the petitioner's heirs, successors or assigns, to
any person, persons, businesses, corporations or to
any other entity or entities. The document shall
specify that the contractual parking permit shall
be valid only for the exact use of the property
specified in the permit and that the permit shall
be void in the event the use of the property is
changed or intensified regardless of the amount of
off-street parking required for the changed or
intensified use. Such document shall be in the form
of a covenant running with the real property
affected thereby.
2) Uses permitted by a contractual parking permit
shall not constitute non-conforming uses within the
meaning of the Columbia Heights Zoning Code.
3) A contractual parking permit may be discharged
by the owner of the property by written notice
which shall be in a form recordable in the office
of the Anoka County Recorder and which form shall
be properly executed by the owner or owners and all
lienholders of record and delivered to the City
Clerk.
4) The contractual parking permit shall lapse upon
the use of the property affected for the purposes
of serving alcoholic beverages.
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5) Upon the contractual parking permit becoming
invalid, discharged, or lapsing hereunder, the
property affected thereby shall be subject to the
strict provisions of the City Code, excepting this
Section 9.116(4)(t), and violations of such strict
provisions shall subject persons violating the
criminal sanctions therein contained.
6) The covenant referred to herein shall contain
provisions allowing the City to enter upon the
property in case of violations for the purpose of
enforcing the strict provisions of the City Code
and to allow the City to obtain such legal and
equitable relief as a Court of competent
jurisdiction may provide. The covenant shall
further provide that the said owner or owners
executing the contract shall pay all attorney's
fees, court costs, and administrative fees incurred
by the City in the enforcement of the covenant.
~anks~ Offices and]or Public Office Buildings: At least
one (1) parking space for each two hundred (200) square
feet up to 6,000 square feet of floor area (net) plus one
(1) parking space for each two hundred fifty (250) square
feet over 6,000 square feet (net).
Undertaking Establishments: One (1) parking space for
each five (5) seats or thirty five (35) square feet of
seating area where there are no fixed seats, plus one (1)
parking space for each two hundred fifty (250) square
feet of floor area not used for seating.
F~rniture Store. Appliance Store. Wholesale. Warehouse:
At least one (1) parking space for each four hundred
(400) square feet of floor area (gross) up to 6,000
square feet, plus one (1) parking space for each 1,000
square feet over 6,000 square feet.
Open Sales Lots. Lumber Yards. Auto Sales: One (1)
parking space for each two thousand (2,000) square feet
of land up to the first eight thousand (8,000) square
feet plus one (1) parking space for each four thousand
(4,000) square feet of land up to a parcel of 24,000 feet
plus one (1) parking space for each four thousand (4,000)
square feet of land up to a parcel of 24,000 square feet
plus one (1).parking space for each six thousand (6,000)
square feet thereafter.
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Auto Repair. Boat and Marina Sales. Garden Store. Trade
Service Shops; Four (4) parking spaces plus one (1) for
each eight hundred (800) square feet of floor area over
the first 1,000 square feet.
(aa) Skate. Dance Halls. Miniature Golf. Private Clubs. Ig-
Arenas and Other Recreational Centers; Ten (10) parking
spaces plus one (1) additional space for each two hundred
(200) square feet of floor area (net).
(bb) Manufacturing. Fabricating or Processing of a Product or
~Four (4) off-street parking spaces plus one (1)
for each four hundred (400) square feet of floor area
(gross).
shall hereafer be amended to read as follows, to wit:
9.116(4) Required Off-Street Parking
(a)
Calculating Spaces: When determining the number of off-
street parking spaces required results in a fraction,
each fraction of one-half (1/2) or more shall constitute
another space.
(b)
Garage or Carpor%~ A garage or carport shall be
considered a parking space. However, a building permit
shall not be granted to convert a garage or carport to
living space unless other acceptable provisions are made
to provide the required parking space.
(c) Single Family Dwelling: At least two (2) parking spaces,
one of which shall be a garage.
(d) Two Family Dwelling~ At least two (2) parking spaces per
dwelling unit, one of which shall be a garage.
(e)
Roomina House: At least two (2) parking spaces for each
three (3) persons for which accommodations are provided
for sleeping.
(f)
Multiple Dwelling: At least two (2) parking spaces for
each dwelling in the R-3 District, 1.5 in the R-4
District and 1 in all "B" Districts, one of which shall
be a garage.
(g)
Hotel: At least one (1) parking space for each rental
court provided in the design of the building.
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~ At least one (1) space for each dwelling unit or
lodging room, plus one (1) additional space for each
eight units.
School. Elementary_ and Junior Hioh: At least two (2)
parking spaces for each class room plus one (1)
additional space for each 300 student capacity.
High Schools. Vocational Schools.
Post-Secondary Schools:
Colleges
and Other
(i) High Schools: At least one (1) parking space for each
seven (7) students based upon design capacity, plus one
(1) additional space for every two classrooms.
(ii) Vocational Schools. Colleges and Other Post-
Secondary Schools: At least one (1) parking space for
every two and one eighth (2 1/8) students based upon
actual enrollment. Actual student enrollment for purposes
of this section is the greatest number of students which
the school has enrolled for attendance at any one time
provided that all students accommodated at other times or
in other shifts shall also be included for the purpose of
determining actual student enrollment under this section
if classes for a prior or subsequent time or shift begin
or end within one and one-half (1 1/2) hours of the time
when the greatest n-mher is enrolled provided however
that the number of parking spaces shall never be less
than that stated in Section 9.116(4)(j)(11).
Church. Clubs: At least one (1) parking space for each
three and one-half (3 1/2) seats based on the design
capacity of the main assembly hall.
Theater. Ballfield. Stadium: At least one (1) parking
space for each eight (8) seats of design capacity.
~ At least one and one-half (1 1/2) parking
spaces for each patient bed.
~anitarium. Convalescent Home. Rest Home. Nursing Home or
Institution: At least one (1) parking space for each two
(2) beds for which accommodations are offered.
Medical or Dental Clinic or Veterinary Office: At least
three (3) parking spaces for each staff doctor or dentist
according to design capacity.
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Prepared Food Establishments: At least one (1) parking
space for each fifteen (15) square feet of gross floor
area in building except an area equal to four (4) square
feet for each seat provided.
Prepared Food Delivery Establishment: At least one (1)
parking space for each 180 square feet of gross floor
area in building except of the Prepared Food Delivery
Establishment as such establishment as defined in Section
9.103(63).
Bowling Alley: At least five (5) parking spaces for each
alley, plus additional spaces as maybe required herein
for related uses such as a restaurant.
Motor Fuel Stations: At least six (6) parking spaces plus
two (2) off-street parking spaces for each service stall.
Retail Store. Ouen Space Retail or Service Shop: At least
one (1) off-street parking space for each two hundred
(200) square feet of floor area (net).
Restaurant. Cafe. Bar. Tavern. Night Club: At least one
(1) space for each three (3) seats based on capacity
design where there is no design layout, one (1) space for
each thirty-five square feet of gross floor area.
Provided, however, the City Council may by affirmative
vote grant a contractual parking permit reducing the off-
street parking requirements for a structure existing on
August 8, 1977 by not more than fifty-percent (50%) of
this Ordinance when the owner of the lot petitions the
City Council and the City Council finds at a hearing on
such petition that:
(i) The proposed use designed at maximum capacity does
not warrant the strict parking requirements of the
section; and
(ii) The reduction in required off-street parking spaces
will not cause an additional burden on other lots or on
off-street parking spaces; and
(iii) The lot size is not large enough to allow the
highest and best use of the property without such
contractual parking permit; and
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(iv) The use of the property does not include the sale of
intoxicating liquors; and
(v) Petitioner has filed an application not less than
thirty (30) days before said hearing and has paid a
permit fee set by Resolution of the Council; in the
absence of a Resolution setting such fee, the application
fee shall be $300.00; and
(vi) The petitioner is the owner of good and marketable
title to all the property to which the contractual
parking permit would apply. Ownership of the property
shall be determined by the City Attorney based upon an
abstract certified to the current date and supplied to
the City Attorney at petitioner's expense no later than
fifteen (15) days prior to the hearing on the petition.
(vii) If the petition is granted by the City Council, the
contractual parking permit may be issued only after the
following conditions have been met:
1) The owner or owners and all lienholders of record
shall join in executing the contractual parking permit
which document shall be in a form recordable in the
office of the Anoka County Recorder. The document shall
provide that the rights therein granted to the petitioner
by the City Council are not transferable or assignable to
the petitioner's heirs, successors or assigns, to any
person, persons, businesses, corporations or to any other
entity or entities. The document shall specify that the
contractual parking permit shall be valid only for the
exact use of the property specified in the permit and
that the permit shall be void in the event the use of the
property is changed or intensified regardless of the
amount of off-street parking required for the changed or
intensified use. Such document shall be in the form of a
covenant running with the real property affected thereby.
2) Uses permitted by a contractual parking permit shall
not constitute non-conforming uses within the meaning of
the Columbia Heights Zoning Code.
3) A contractual parking permit may be discharged by the
owner of the property bywritten notice which shall be in
a form recordable in the office of the Anoka County
Recorder andwhich form shall beproperly executed bythe
owner or owners and all lienholders of record and
delivered to the City Clerk.
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4) The contractual parking permit shall lapse upon the
use of the property affected for the purposes of serving
alcoholic beverages.
5) Upon the contractual parking permit becoming invalid,
discharged, or lapsing hereunder, the property affected
thereby shall be subject to the strict provisions of the
City Code, excepting this Section 9.116(4)(t), and
violations of such strict provisions shall subject
persons violating to the criminal sanctions therein
contained.
6) The covenant referred to herein shall contain
provisions allowing the City to enter upon the property
in case of violations for the purpose of enforcing the
strict provisions of the City Code and to allow the City
to obtain such legal and equitable relief as a Court of
competent jurisdiction may provide. The covenant shall
further provide that the said owner or owners executing
the contract shall pay all attorney's fees, court costs,
and administrative fees incurred by the City in the
enforcement of the covenant.
7) Any covenant entered into hereunder and any
contractual parking permit issued hereunder shall
automatically expire twenty-five (25) years after the
date of filing of the said covenant in the office of the
County Recorder.
Danks~ Offices and/or Public Office Buildings: At least
one (1) parking space for each two hundred (200) square
feet up to 6,000 square feet of floor space, plus one (1)
parking space for each two hundred fifty (250) square
feet over 6,000 square feet (net).
Undertaking Establishments: One (1) parking space for
each five (5) seats or thirty five (35) square feet of
seating area where there are no fixed seats, plus one (1)
parking space for each two hundred fifty (250) square
feet of floor area not used for seating.
F~rniture Store. Appliance Store. Wholesale. Warehouse:
One (1) parking space for every 1.5 employees on major
shift or one (1) per 2,000 square feet of floor area
(gross), less 10% off total square feet to account for
non-useable space, whichever is greater; plus one (1)
space per company vehicle.
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PAGE 17
(y)
Open Sales Lots. Lumber Yards. Auto Sales: One (1)
parking space for each two thousand (2,000) square feet
of land up to the first eight thousand (8,000) square
feet plus one (1) parking space for each four thousand
(4,000) square feet of land up to a parcel of 24,000
square feet plus one (1) parking space for each six
thousand (6,000) square feet thereafter.
(z)
Auto Repair. Boat and Marina Sales. Garden Store. Trade
Service Shops: Four (4) parking spaces plus one (1) for
each eight hundred (800) square feet of floor area over
the first 1,000 square feet.
(aa) Skate. Dance Halls. Miniature Golf. Private Clubs, Ice
Arenas and Other Recreational Centers: Ten (10) parking
spaces plus one (1) additional space for each two hundred
(200) square feet of floor area (net).
(bb) Manufacturing. Fabricatina or Processina of a Product or
~ One space for every 1.5 employees on major
shift or one (1) per 600 square feet of floor area
(gross), less 10% off total square feet to account for
non-useable space, whichever is greater; plus one (1)
space for each company vehicle (unless vehicle or
vehicles are already accounted for in requirements).
(cc) Office space in Industrial (I & I-2] zone areas: One (1)
parking space per 300 square feet of floor area (gross).
(dd) For industrial zone areas only (I, I-2) and for
industrial purposes only, if the owner cannot meet the
required parking requirements, the Planning and Zoning
Commission may recommend, and the City Council may
approve a "parking plan" for required parking spaces
according to the applicants plan which will propose to
initially install only a portion of the required parking
spaces, but could demonstrate that the full amount of
required parking could be installed on the property as
determined by the City. Other requirements include:
(1) Applicant must submit a site plan which will show
sufficient land available to reinstate all required
parking if use of the property changes, or if the City
determines greater amount of parking is necessary.
(2) Whenever industrial properties change ownership, the
use and parking spaces provided maybe reviewed by City
staff to determine if adequate parking is being provided
or if more spaces need to be installed from the amount
set aside.
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 18
(3) The applicants site plan must show that parking is
provided for employees according to Section
9.116(4)(x)(bb).
First Reading:
July 24, 1995
Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to establish August 14,
1995 at approximately 7:00 p.m. for the second reading of
Ordinance No. 1306. Roll call: All ayes
d. Resolution No, 95-33 Being a Resolution Ordering ~n
Improvement for Alley Construction
This alley is located from 37th to 38thAvenues west of Quincy
Street. It serves only three properties. The City Manager
reviewed the proposal for the alley construction and its
associated costs. The costs will be shared by the affected
property owners and the City.
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. 95-35
BEING A RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City of Columbia Heights on the
26th day of June, 1995 ordered notice of a hearing to be given
to property owners, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to a notice of hearing certain residents
appeared at a Council Meeting on the 24th day of July, 1995,
and
WHEREAS, the Council determines to proceed with this local
improvement, a portion of the cost being defrayed by special
assessments under Charter provisions.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED:
That the location and extent of such improvements is as
follows:
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 19
Alley construction, from 37th Avenue Northeast to 38th
Avenue Northeast, West of Quincy Street.
The proposed alley is 12 feet in width. Work would
include new aggregate base, new bituminous alley
surfacing, concrete curb and gutter with alley apron
replacement, concrete sidewalk replacement, required
concrete step replacement, resodding, and miscellaneous
associated construction items.
2. That the materials to be used are as follows:
Aggregate base, bituminous surfacing, concrete curb &
gutter, concrete sidewalk and alley aprons, sod, and
various related construction items.
That a careful estimate of the cost of the improvements
has been made by the City Manager and the several lots
and parcels of land fronting upon and adjacent to such
proposed improvements, whichbedeemedbenefited thereby,
were properly notified of said hearings, and
That the City Manager shall also list the names and
owners of the several parcels so improved as nearly as
can be ascertained.
Se
That the City Manager shall proceed with the
improvements, or portions of the improvements as stated
herein.
e
These improvements shall also be known as P.I.R. $921 -
Project #9515.
Passed this 24th day of July, 1995
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Jolly
Peterson
Ail ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
e. Resolution No. 95-34 Beina a Resolution Reaarding CDBG
Neighborhood Revitalization at 4656 Monroe Street Northeast
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 20
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to waive the reading
of the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-34
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF 4656 MONROE
STREET NORTHEAST
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights (the
"City") has an on-going Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funded Neighborhood Revitalization Program; and
WHEREAS, the City has found that there exists conditions of
deterioration, substandard residential structures, residential
units in need of repairs which are in violation of the City
Housing Code and City Ordinances or there exists a need (due
to blighting influences) for intervention by the City to
prevent further deterioration of the area; and
WHEREAS, the City has an option to acquire one such single
family pursuant to the Purchase Agreement by and between the
City of Columbia Heights and James A. and Karen L. Fredrickson
(the "Seller") and such Purchase Agreement has been signed by
the Seller and provided to the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City
of Columbia Heights that:
1. The City Council hereby approves the terms of the Purchase
Agreement between the City and James A. and Karen L.
Fredrickson and authorizes the Mayor and the City Manager to
sign it on behalf of the City at a purchase price of $33,000
which is established as the fair market value based on the
market value established by the formal appraisal of the
property by Watson Appraisal.
2. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to
handle all the requirements and conditions in order for the
City to complete the transaction contemplated in the Purchase
Agreements.
3. The City Council approves payment of the purchase cost from
the City CDBG Program funds.
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JULY 24, 1994
PAGE 21
Passed this 24th day of July, 1995.
Offered by: Ruettimann
Seconded by: Peterson
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
f. Resolution No. 95-35 Being a Resolution Regarding CDBG
Neighborhood Revitalization of 4550-52 Fillmore Street
Northeast
Motion by Petkoff, second by Ruettimann to waive the reading
of the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 95-35
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF 4550-52
FILLMORE STREET NORTHEAST
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights (the
"City") has an on-going Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funded Neighborhood Revitalization Program; and
WHEREAS, the City has found that there exists conditions of
deterioration, substandard residential structures, residential
units in need of repairs which are in violation of the City
Housing Code and City Ordinances or there exists a need (due
to blighting influences) for intervention by the City to
prevent further deterioration of the area; and
WHEREAS, the City has an option to acquire one such duplex
residential pursuant to the PurchaseAgreementbyandbetween
the City of Columbia Heights and LaJos J. and Edith L. Horvath
(the "Seller") and such Purchase Agreement has been signed by
the Seller and provided to the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED bythe City Council of the City
of Columbia Heights that:
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 22
The City Council hereby approves the terms of the
Purchase Agreement (on 4550-52 Fillmore Street Northeast)
between the City and LaJos J. and Edith L. Horvath and
authorizes the Mayor and City Manager to sign it on
behalf of the City at a purchase price of $63,000 which
is established as the fair market value based on the
value established by the formal appraisal of the property
by Watson Appraisal.
The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to
handle all the requirements and conditions in order for
the City to complete the transaction contemplated in the
Purchase Agreement.
The City Council approves the payment of the purchase
cost from the City CDBG Program funds.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Petkoff
Ruettimann
Ail ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
g. Resolution No. 95-36 Being a Resolution Regard~Bg
CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization of 4549-51 Taylor Street
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Petkoff to waive the reading
of the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 95-3~
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF 4549-51 TAYLOR
STREET NORTHEAST
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights (the
"City") has an on-going Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funded Neighborhood Revitalization Program; and
WHEREAS, the City has found that there exists conditions of
deterioration, substandard residential structures, residential
units in need of repairs which are in violation of the City
Housing Code and City Ordinances or there exists a need (due
to blighting influences) for intervention by the City to
prevent further deterioration of the area; and
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 23
WHEREAS, the City has the option to acquire one such duplex
residential pursuant tot he Purchase Agreementby and between
the City of Columbia Heights and Gordon L. and Joan R. Bixler
(the #Seller#) and such Purchase Agreement has been signed by
the Seller and provided to the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDbythe City Council of the City
of Columbia Heights that:
The City Council hereby approves the terms of the
Purchase Agreement (On 4549-51 Taylor Street Northeast)
between the City and Gordon L. and Joan R. Bixler and
authorizes the Mayor and City Manager to sign it on
behalf of the City at a purchase price of $63,900 which
is established as the fair market value based on the
amountbeing the price for the property offered for sale
through Centennial Real Estate and the value being less
than value established by the formal appraisal of the
property byWatson Appraisal.
The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to
handle all the requirements and conditions in order for
the City to complete the transaction comtemplated in the
Purchase Agreements.
The City Council approves payment of the purchase cost
from the City CDBG Program funds.
Passed this 24th day of July, 1995.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Ruettimann
Petkoff
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
h. Resolution No. 95-37 Regarding a Labor Aareement Between
the City of Columbia Heights and the International Association
of Firefighters. Effective January 1. 1995 - December 31. 1996
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Petkoff to waive the reading
of the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 24
RESOLUTION NO. 95-37
REGARDING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS AND THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF FIREFIGHTERS, LOCAL 1216
WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between the International
Association of Firefighters (IAFF), Local 1216, representing
firefighters of the City, and members of the City negotiating
team, and said negotiations have resulted in a mutually
acceptable contract for calendar years 1995 and 1996;
WHEREAS, a copy of said contract is available for inspection
at the Office of the City Manager and is made a part 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 1995 and 1996 for
IAFF 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 24th day of July, 1995.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Ruettimann
Petkoff
Ail ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
i. Resolution No. 95-38 Regarding Labor Aareement Between
~he City of Columbia Heights and Teamsters. Local 320-Police
Seraeants. Effective January 1. 1995 - December 31. 1996.
Motion byPeterson, second byRuettimann to waive the reading
of the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: Ail ayes
.RESOLUTION NO. 95-38
REGARDING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS AND
TEAMSTERS, LOCAL 320, POLICE SERGEANTS
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 25
WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between the Teamsters,
Local 320, representing Police Sergeants of the City and
members of the City negotiating team, and said negotiations
have resulted in a mutually acceptable contract for calendar
years 1995 and 1996.
WHEREAS, a copy of said contract is available for inspection
at the Office of the City Manager and is made a part 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 1995 and 1996 for
Teamsters, Local 320 - Police Sergeants, 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 24th day of July, 1995.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Peterson
Ruettimann
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
j. R~solution No. 95-39 Regarding Labor Agreement Between
the City of Columbia Heights and the Teamsters. Local 320.
P~li~ 0ffic~rs. Effective January 1. 1995 to December 31.
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. 95-39
REGARDING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS AND
TEAMSTERS, LOCAL 320, POLICE OFFICERS
WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between the Teamsters,
Local 320, representing Police Officers of the City and
members of the City negotiating team, and said negotiations
have resulted in a mutually acceptable contract for calendar
years 1995 and 1996;
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 26
WHEREAS, a copy of said contract is available for inspection
at the office of the City Manager and is made a part 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 1995 and 1996 for
Teamsters, Local 320, Police Officers 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 24th day of July, 1995
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Ruettimann
Peterson
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize the
Mayor and City Manager to execute the necessary documents with
Standard Insurance of Portland for long term disability
insurance for the police officers. Roll call: All ayes
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize the
Mayor and City Manager to execute the necessary documents with
Denticare for dental coverage for the police officers. Roll
call: All ayes
k. Resolution No. 95-40 Designating Fund Balance in ~he
~eneral Fund and the Library Fund fQr Working Capit~l
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to table
consideration of this matter until the July 31st Council work
session. Roll call: All ayes
1. Resolution No. 95-41 Being a Resolution Transferring FUnd
~lance from the General Fund to the Fast COPS Fund
The Fast COPS grant is for a period of three years. Concern
for the fourth year funding was expressed.
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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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 27
RESOLUTION NO. 95-41
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA,
TRANSFERRING FUND BALANCE FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE
FAST COPS FUND
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights applied for a federal
Fast COPS grant to provide additional police services; and
WHEREAS, the federal Fast COPS grant was approved and awarded
to the City of Columbia Heights; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to fund the three year City
portion of this grant from fund balance from the General Fund;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City
of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, that the City will transfer
$76,363 in fund balance from the General Fund to the Fast COPS
Fund.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Ruettimann
Peterson
Ail ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
m. Resolution No. 95-42 Being a Resolution Approving City
Council Bylaws of Procedures and Decorum
The City Manager reviewed the Bylaws. One resident did not
understand the wisdom of not cablecasting the meeting until
after the Open Mike portion.
Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to waive the reading of
the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: Ail ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 95-42
BEING A RESOLUTION ADOPTING CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
BYLAWS OF PROCEDURES AND DECORUM
WHEREAS:
The purpose of the attached Bylaws of Procedures
and Decorum is to assure an accurate, timely and
consistent method of developing and maintaining the
various actions related to meetings of the City
Council; and
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 28
Bylaws also assure retrieval of documents and data
previously considered and notification of affected
individuals and businesses; and
WHEREAS:
The City Charter, City Ordinances
Statutes governing the City Council
supplemented by these Bylaws; and
and State
shall be
WHEREAS:
In all matters of Parliamentary Procedure, the
Council shall be governed by the latest printed
edition of Robert's Rules of Order, except as
addressed by these Bylaws.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the
City of Columbia Heights hereby authorizes the adoption of the
attached Bylaws of Procedures and Decorum.
Passed this 24th day of July, 1995.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Peterson
Petkoff
Ail ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
n. Resolution No. 95-43 Approving Amendment Development
Agreement for Barnick - 500 38th Avenue Building Project
Motion byRuettimann, second byPeterson to waive the reading
of the resolution there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
~ESOLUTION NO. 95-43
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT BY
AND AMONG THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA, THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA AND ROBERT C. BARNICK AND PRISCILLA A.
BARNICK D/B/A/METROASSEMBLIES, A SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP (THE
"DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT")
WHEREAS, Robert C. Barnick and Priscilla A. Barnick d/b/a/
Metro Assemblies, a sole proprietorship (the "developer") has
proposed to develop certain property within the Multi-Use
Redevelopment Project area (the "Project") in the City; and
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 29
WHEREAS, the developer and the City of Columbia Heights (the
"City") entered into that certain "Exclusive Negotiation
Agreement" dated May 8, 1995; and
WHEREAS, the developer and the City of Columbia Heights (the
"City") agreed to use their best efforts to attempt to
negotiate and formulate a definitive Development Contract
which is to contain the terms and conditions for the Housing
and Redevelopment Authority's acquisition and sale of such
lands within the Project to the developer (the "Development
Property") and the terms and conditions for the developer to
undertake and complete the renovation and expansion of a 5,000
square foot office/warehouse facility (the "Minimum
Improvements"); and
WHEREAS, the City authorized the preparation of the proposed
Development Contract for review and approval by the City and
Authority Board of Commissioners and the developer; and
WHEREAS, the Authority Board of Commissioners did review and
approve the Development Contract at the Authority's meeting
held on July 18, 1995.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED bythe City Council of the City
of Columbia Heights as follows:
1. The Development Contract is approved and the City Council
agrees to execute the Development Contract and carry out the
City's obligations thereunder subject to the closing and
transfer of title to the Development Property to be conveyed
to the Developer by Quit Claim Deed pursuant to the terms of
this Development Contract.
2. The City Manager and Authority's Executive Director are
authorized to make only non-material corrections tothe final
Development Contract for execution by the proper City and
Authority officials on behalf ofthe City and Authority at the
closing and transfer of title to the Development Property.
Approved by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights
this 24th day of July, 1995.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Ruettimann
Peterson
All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 30
COMMUNICATIONS
a. Planning and Zoning Commission
The minutes of the July 11, 1995 Planning and Zoning
Commission Meeting were included in the agenda packet for
informational purposes only.
Se
OLD BUSINESS
There were no items of old business.
e
NEW BUSINESS
a. Agreement Between the city of Columbia Heights and
Columbia Park Medical Group for Operation and Maintenance of
a Parking Ramp
'The City Attorney had reviewed the changes in the agreement
and found them to be acceptable.
Motion by Peterson, second by Jolly to approve the agreement
between the City of Columbia Heights and Columbia Park Medical
Group for the operation and maintenance of a parking ramp with
the Mayor and City Manager authorized to sign the subject
agreement.'Roll call: All ayes
b. Award of Contract to Seal Well at Jackson Pond
Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to award the bid to seal
inverted well at Jackson Pond, Municipal Project #9511, to
E.H. Renner & Sons of Elk River, Minnesota, based upon their
low, qualified, responsible bid in the amount of $9,500 with
funds to be appropriated from Line Item 662-49499-5130, and
furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter
into an agreement for the same. Roll call: All ayes
c. Authorize Creation of One Fulltime Meter Reader Position
Members of the Council felt this issue required additional
discussion.
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Petkoff to table approval of
a fulltime meter reader position to the July 31, 1995 Council
work session. Roll call: All ayes
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JULY 24, 1995
PAGE 31
a. RegQrt of the City Manager
The City Manager's report was submitted in written form and
the following items were discussed:
A~oka County HRA Special Benefits Levy: The City Manager
advised this matter requires additional discussion as a
response must be submitted to Anoka County byAugust 18th. The
matter will be included on the agenda for the July 31st
Council work session.
Replacement of Space for Public Works with Sale of Building:
Councilmember Jolly inquired as to what arrangements are being
made to accommodate storage space for Public Works Department
equipment. The building in which this equipment is currently
being stored has been sold.
The City Manager responded this is a project of the Public
Works Director.
b. Report of the City Attorney
The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to adjourn the meeting
at 9:20 p.m. Roll call: All ayes
-Anne St~ent~ Council Secretary