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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 12, 1995OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 12, 1995 The Regular Council Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Sturdevant. 1. ~ Jolly, Ruettimann, Paterson, Sturdevant - present Petkoff - absent 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were approved on the Consent Agenda: Minutes for Approval The Council approved the minutes of the May 30, 1995 Regular Council Meeting and the minutes of the June 5, 1995 Special Council Meeting as presented. Bus Stop and Parking Changes on 40th Avenue The Council approved the following designations; On the 500 block of 40th Avenue "No Parking - Bus Stop" from the alley 59 feet east, "No Parking - Drop Zone" 24 feet east (one space) undesignated parking 22 feet east (one space) and "15 Minute Parking 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday" 42 feet east (two spaces), with "No Parking"beginning and continuing around the corner, based on the recommendations of the Traffic Commission. Desianation of "No Parking - Loadina Zone" on Mill Street The ~ouncil approved the designation of a "No Parking - Loading Zone" area near the Mill Street entrance to City Hall based on the recommendations of the Traffic Commission. Conditional Use Permit - John Gizas. 5098 Central ~wenue. The Council approved the conditional use permit request for the operation of a deli/sandwich restaurant at 5098 Central Avenue. Rezonina Reauest - John Wille~ 4801-4807 University Avenue The Council denied the rezoning request from John Wille for 4801-4807 University Avenue based on the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 12, 1995 PAGE 2 Variance Request - Desian Home Builders. 533 52nd Avenue The Council approved the variance request of Design Home Builders for a five (5) foot setback for 533 52nd Avenue due to the hardship of the elevation of the lot compared to the alley and the abundance of mature trees on this site. Variance Re=uest - Dorothy Gross. 4408 Fifth Street ~9506-21 The Council approved the Variance request of Dorothy Gross for a one (1) foot sideyard setback for 4408 Fifth Street due to the location of a mature maple tree in the rear yard. Conditional Use Permit Request - Glenn Klosken. 4811 Central Avenue #9506-22 The Council approved the request of Glenn Klosken for a conditional use permit for the operation of a boat sales and minor service repair shop at 4811 Central Avenue as the proposed use is in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance. Conditional Use Permit Request - Jerry McCleske¥. 918 40th Avenue ~9506-23 The Council approved the conditional use permit request of Jerry McCleskey to allow the operation of a combined deli/sandwich bar and hair styling salon at 918 40th Avenue as both uses are in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance. Reouest to Serve Beer - Sullivan Lake Park The Council approved the request from Cheryl Magnuson, 4444 Monroe Street, Columbia Heights, Mn., to serve 3.2 beer at Sullivan Lake Park on Sunday, July 9, 1995 and Sunday, July 23, 1995. Reauest to Serve Beer - Sullivan Lake Park The Council approved the request of the Aid Association of Lutherans, Branch 2244, received from AAL member Pat Rosengren, 3936 Reservoir Boulevard, Columbia Heights, Mn., to serve 3.2 beer at the Association's picnic on Tuesday, June 20, 1995 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. ADDrove Fireworks Display Contract The Council approved acceptance of the proposal received from Remote Effects Systems, Inc. for a fireworks display on June 24, 1995 with funding to come from General Fund 101 and $4,000 funding to come from Contributions Fund 881 and also authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 12, 1995 PAGE 3 Se A~oka County Joint Powers Agreement SCORE Funds The Council authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter into the 1995 Joint Powers Agreement with Anoka County to provide cooperation between the City and the County in the implementation of the Residential Recycling Program and to make funds of up to $63,593.78 available as reimbursement for eligible expenses. ~arch Issue of the City Newsletter The Council authorized the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with Rapid Graphics and Mailing, Inc. for the production of the March 1995 City Newsletter at a cost of $5,321.75. Authorization to Seek Bids for Rehabilitation of the Ostrander Park Building The City Council authorized that the money budgeted ($10,000) for the rehabilitation of the McKenna Park building be used to rehabilitate the Ostrander Park building and that staff be authorized to seek bids for the rehabilitation work based on a recommendation of the Park and Recreation Commission. Rejection of Bids for Replacement of Pickup #136 The Council rejected both bids received for replacing pickup #136 and authorized staff to rebid the replacement of pickup #136. License Applications The Council approved the 1995 license applications as listed upon payment of proper funds and the rental property license applications as submitted by Lowell DeMars on the memorandum dated June 12, 1995. Payment of Bills The Council approved the payment of bills as listed out of proper funds. ~PPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Jolly, second by Peterson to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Roll call: All ayes pRESENTATIONS Mayor Sturdevant presented a plaque to Dolores Strand recognizing her as the 1995 Humanitariam of the Year. The Mayor read a statement which addressed the numerous activities and civic affairs in which Ms. Strand has been involved. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 12, 1995 PAGE 4 Jeff Siegfried, a former resident of Columbia Heights, requested Council approval to hold an All American Soap Box Derby in the City on Saturday, July 8th. He gave all of the specifics regarding the race, the age ranges of participants and the type of cars which would participate in the race. He also mentioned what safety and crowd control equipment he would supply. Mr. Siegfried will supply barricades, fencing, warning lights, publicity, bathrooms, and food vendors, who will apply for the necessary licenses. A clinic night is scheduled for June 22nd at a Fridley car dealership. The City Manager suggested any formal action by the Council should becontingent upon insurance requirements being met and other matters. Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to authorize the use of 46th Avenue Northeast for an All American Soap Box Derby on July 8th, with two rain days, contingent upon Mr. Siegfried working in cooperation with Public Works Department staff, Recreation Department staff and Police Department staff, and furthermore, that the insurance coverage meets with the approval of the City's insurance carrier and the City Attorney. Roll call: All ayes A former mayor/councilmember advised the Council he had inquired as to the procedures employed by the Post Office regarding the delivery of the City's newsletter. He was informed how the material is sorted and noted that some homes in his neighborhood did not receive the newsletter. He requested this matter be followed up on by staff for future newsletters. Referring to the Strategic Plan developed by City staff, this resident felt the document was weak regarding payments and costs. He suggested future finances may present problems as there may be major adjustments made in the amount of local government aid the City receives and this source of funding may cease permanently. He recommended costs associated with the Strategic Plan receive more discussion by members of the City Council. A resident addressed numerous issues regarding City affairs which he found troublesome. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 12, 1995 PAGE 5 Se PUBLIC HEARINGS/ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS a. Public Hearing - License Revocation. 4724 Sixth Street Northeast Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to close the public hearing regarding the revocation of the rental license held by Roger S. Kelly for rental property located at 4724 Sixth Street Northeast in that the property owner has complied with provisions of the Housing Maintenance Code. Roll call: All ayes COMMUNICATIONS a. Traffic Commission The minutes of the June 5, 1995 Traffic Commission meeting were included in the agenda packet for informational purposes only. No Council action was necessary. b. Special Election Ordered by Governor Governor Carlson ordered a special election be held on Tuesday, July 11, 1995 to fill the vacancy in the House of Representatives for District 52A. This vacancy was created by the resignation of Representative Wayne Simoneau. If necessary, a special primary election will be held on Tuesday, June 27, 1995. District 52A includes all of the City of Columbia Heights and portions of Fridley and New Brighton. OLD BUSINESS There was no old business. 9. N~W BUSINESS a. Award of Enaineering Services for Water Tower Reconditioning Project #9503 Councilmember Peterson inquired if some appropriate decorative painting or logo could be put on the water tower. Staff will follow up this matter. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 12, 1995 PAGE 6 Motion by Jolly, second by Peterson to award engineering services for water tower reconditioning to AEC Engineering of Minneapolis, Mn. based on their formal proposal dated May 8, 1995 with funds to be appropriated from Fund 651-49449-5130, and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Roll call: All ayes b. Consider OPtion to Withdraw from Anoka County CDBG ~Dtitlement Program Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to grant approval for the City of Columbia Heights to continue participation in the Anoka County Community Development Block Grant/HOME programs for the next three (3) years starting as of June 30, 1996 with the Mayor and City Manager authorized to sign the necessary addendums to the existing Joint Cooperation Agreements on the programs. Roll call: All ayes c. Authorization to Purchase Three ~3~ Fire Hydrants Motion by Peterson, second by Jolly to authorize staff to purchase three waterous WB-59 hydrants from Davies Water Equipment, Minneapolis, Mn., for a total cost of $3,073.92, and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Roll call: All ayes d. License Refund on Restaurant at 547 40th Avenue Northeast Motion by Ruettimann, second by Jolly to deny the request of the 1995 license fees paid by Richard Bierch for the operation at 547 40th Avenue Northeast. Roll call: All ayes 10. a. Report of the City Manager The City Manager's report was submitted in written form. There was no discussion. b. ~e_Dort of the City Attorney The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 12, 1995 PAGE 7 RECESS TO AN EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Ruettimann, second by Jolly to recess at 8:15 p.m. to an Executive Session for the purpose of discussing pending litigation and that Jo-Anne Student be appointed as the Recording Secretary. R~¢ONVENING OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to reconvene the Regular Council Meeting at 8:45 p.m. from the Executive Session where pending litigation with the City of Hilltop was discussed and a written record of the discussions was maintained by the Recording Secretary. Roll call: All ayes ADJOURNMENT Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to adjourn the Regular Council Meeting at 8:46 p.m. Roll call: All ayes -Anne - ~udent; ~l~hci 1  yor ~oseph Sturdevant Secretary