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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 10, 1996OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Mayor Sturdevant called the Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Sturdevant and Councilmembers Jones, Jolly, Ruettimann and Peterson were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE e ~DDITIONSJDELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA The City Manager added an alley closing request to the Additional New Business Section and advised there was a revised version of Resolution No. 96-48 for Council consideration. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Jolly, second by Jones to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda: ADDroval of Meetina Minutes The Council approved the minutes of the May 28, 1996 Regular Council Meeting. Appointment of Director of Civil Defense The Council concurred with the Mayor's appointment of Walter Fehst as the Director of Civil Defense effective July 8, 1996. Approving Closing of 46th Avenue for Second Annual Soap Box Derby The Council approved the Second Annual Soap Box Derby on Saturday, June 29, 1996 and approved the closing of 46th Avenue between Johnson and Pierce Streets from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m (in the event of rain on June 29th, the races will be held on Sunday, June 30th with the same traffic restrictions). Authorize Public Works Director's Attendance at APWA CQn~ress The Council approved the attendance of the Public Works Director at the 1996 APWA Congress and Exposition in Washington, D.C., August 24-28, 1996 with all related expenses being reimbursed. Approve Special Purpose Privacy Fence. R. Schneider-1508 41st Avenue Northeast. Case #9606-29 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 2 The Council approved the request for a six (6) foot high special purpose privacy fence as requested, provided the required property irons have been located and the required building permit obtained prior to the fence installation. Approve Conditional Use Permit. P. Bauer - 1318 42 1~2 Avenue. Case #9606-30 The Council approved the request for a conditional use permit to allow the construction of a 12' by 16' utility building at 1318 42 1/2 Avenue, as it is in compliance with the Zoning Code. Approve Conditional Use Per~it. L. Linder - 3989 Central Avenue. Case #9606-31 The Council approved the conditional use permit to allow the operation of a therapeutic massage and bodywork business at 3989 Central Avenue, Suite 575, as it conforms to all applicable zoning codes. Approval of License Applications The Council approved the 1996 license applications as listed upon payment of proper fees and per the memorandum from Lowell DeMars dated June 10, 1996. Approval of Payment of Bills The Council approved the payment of the bills as listed out of proper funds. Roll call on Consent Agenda: Ail ayes RECOGNITION. PROCLAMATIONS~ PRESENTATIONS. GUESTS A. Introduction of New Employee George Linngren, a newly-hired employee, was introduced. Public Works Department B. Contribution to Public Library A check will be presented to the Columbia Heights Public Library in honor of Sister Clarinda, Immaculate Conception School Principal, who is leaving after twenty years of service. The contribution also is in recognition of the use of the Library by students of Immaculate Conception School. C. Proclamation - Recognizing Twenty Years of Service of $~$ter Clarind~ Coffel REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 3 The Mayor read a proclamation which recognized the twenty years of service given by Sister Clarinda Coffel as principal of the School of the Immaculate Conception. e PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Second Readina of Ordinance No. 1325 Beina an Ordinance ExDandina the Role of the Cable Commission Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to close the public hearing. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 13~ BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977 AND PERTAINING TO CABLE COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1: Section 3 of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, which currently reads as follows, to wit: eAB~-eOMM~N~eAT~ON~-eOMM~S~ON is hereby amended to read as follows: TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Section 2: Section 3.315 of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, which currently reads as follows, to wit: 3.315 (1) A Columbia Heights ea~e-eemmm~ea~e~s Commission is hereby established which shall consist of seven (7) members to be organized as follows: is hereby amended to read as follows: 3.315(1) A Columbia Heights Telecommunications Commission is hereby established which shall consist of seven (7) members to be organized as follows: Section 3: Section 3.315(2) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, which currently reads as follows, to wit: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 4 3.315 (2) The Commmission shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Council and the administrative service of the City. The duties and responsibilities of the Commission shall be as follows: a. Study, investigate and make written recommendations to the City Council on all matters pertaining to the Columbia Heights Cable Communications Franchise on its own initiative or as referred to the Commission by the Council or administrative service of the City. This shall include, but not be limited to, the following matters: 1) Additional services which could be furnished by the Cable Communications System. 2) Rate adjustments. 3) Actions of e~a~ee which may be grounds for revocation of the Franchise. ~e~ee~s performance regarding subscriber complaints and interruption of service. 5) Operation and use of access channels. 6) Renewal or extension of the Franchise. 7) Channel allocation and programming. 8) Compliance of e~am~ee with terms and conditions of Franchise 9) Possible sanctions against be Prepare and submit an annual report to the City assessing the Grantee's performance according to the terms of the franchise and make written recommendations to the City. c. Prepere-em-emmue~-repere-eeneern~m~-ehe-eeb~e-Syseem~ Every three months prior to the fifth year of operation and every five years thereafter, the Commission shall submit a report to the City, which report shall include a written appraisal of the performance of the Grantee over the entire length of the franchise with regard to the provisions of the franchise. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 5 The report shall include recommendations for revised or additional provisions of the franchise, considering at least the following items; channel capacity, channels for access, cable casting, facilities and staff assistance available for access cable casting, two-way capability, and the need for further service to be extended within the franchise area based upon a reassessment of the communication needs of the City in relation to the services generally offered by the cable industry. is hereby amended to read as follows: 3.315(2) The Commission shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Council and the administrative service of the City. The duties and responsibilities of the Commission shall be as follows: a. Study, investigate and make written recommendations to the City Council on all matters pertaining to the prQvision of telecommunication services within the City on its own initiative or as referred to the Commission by the Council or administrative service of the City. This shall include, but not be limited to, the following matters: (1) Additional services which could be furnished by the Cable Communications System telecommunications service providers. (2) Rate adjustments. (3) Actions of a ~a~eee D~ which may be grounds for revocation of its ehe-P~rancise, permit, license, or other right to do business in the City. (4) e~ameee&s~performance regarding subscriber complaints and interruption of service. (5) Operation and use of access channels. (6) Renewal and extension of the-~ranchise, license, or other right to do business in the City. (7) Channel, 'spectrum. programmina. or capacity allocatiqn and (8) Complaince of 8~sm~ee ~ with terms and conditions of the ~ranchise, permit, license, or right to 40 business in the City. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 6 (9) Possible sanctions against ~am~ee the Provider. b. Prepare and submit an annual report to the City assessing the Grantee's performance according to the terms of the cable television franchise and make written recommendations to the City c. Three months prior to the fifth year of operation and every five years thereafter, the Commission shall submit a report to the City, which report shall include a written appraisal of the performance of the Grantee over the entire length of the cable franchise with regard to the provisions of the cable franchise. The report shall include recommendations for revised or additional provisions of the franchise, considering at least the following items: channel capacity, channels for access, cable casting, facilities and staff assistance available for access cable casting two way capability, and the need for further services to be extended within the franchise area based upon a reassessment of the communication needs of the City in relation to the services generally offered by the cable industry. Section 4: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First Reading: Second Reading: Roll call: May 28, 1996 June 10, 1996 Ail ayes Mayor Joseph Sturdevant Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary B. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1326 Beina an Ordinance Reaarding Possession of a Toxic Substance by a Minor Motion by Ruettimann, second by Jones to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: Ail ayes Motion by Ruettimann, second bySturdevant to close the public hearing. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 7 ORDINANCE NO. 1326 BEING ANORDINANCE CREATING SECTION 10.108(7) OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY CODE WHICHMAKESUNLAWFUL THE POSSESSION OF'TOXIC SUBSTANCES LISTED IN MINNESOTA STATUTES CHAPTER 609.684 BY PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 WHEREAS, state law makes it unlawful to sell certain toxic substances to persons under the age of 18; and WHEREAS, it is logical that persons under the age of 18 should not possess these same toxic substances. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that section of the Columbia Heights Code be created to read as follows: Section 10.108(7) Possession of Toxic Substances Subd. 1 For purposes of this section "toxic substance" means: (1~ glue. cement, or aerosol paint co~taiDing toluene~ beDzene, xylene, amyl nitrate. butyl nitrate, nitrous oxide~ or containina other aromatic hydrocarbon solvents, but does not includ~ alue. cement, or paint contained in a packaged kit for the construction of a model automobile, airplane, or similar item: (2~ butane or a butan~ lighter, or. {3~ any similar substance declared %0 be toxic to the central nervous system and to have a potential for abuse, by a rule adopted by %he Commissioner of Health under Chapter ~4, Subd. 2 It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 18 years to possess any toxic substance except while these persons are under the direct supervision of a parent or ~uardian: or, . are engaged in employment or educational activities that require the use of these toxic substances, Subd. 3 A violation of this section is a petty misdemeanQr and violators may be required to participate in a community service project in addition to a fipg, Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Ruettimann Jones All ayes First Reading: Second Reading: Date of Passage: May 28, 1996 June 10, 1996 Ail ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 8 C. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1327 Being an Ordinanc~ Regarding Loud Music from Vehicles Motion by Jones, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes Motion by Jones, second by Peterson to close the public hearing. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 13~7 BEING AN ORDINANCE CREATING SECTION 10.108(8) OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY CODE WHICH MAKES IT UNLAWFUL TO EMIT RADIO OR OTHER ELECTRONIC SOUND AMPLIFICATION FROM A PARKED, STOPPED, STANDING, OR MOVING VEHICLE WHICH CAN BE HEARD FROM A DISTANCE OF 75 FEET OR MORE Section 10.108(8) Radios or Other Electronic Sound Amplification Devic~ Subd. 1 No person may operate or parkj stop. or leave standing a motor vehicle while using a radio or other electronic sound amplification device emitting sound from Qr around the vehicle that is audible from a distance of 72 or more feet. unless the electronic sound amplification device is being used to request assistance or warn against an uns~e This subsection does not apply to any of the following: 1. The operator of an authorized emergency vehicle when responding to an emergency call. or when in pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law. or when responding to. but not upon returnina from. a fire call, 2. The operator of a vehicle of a public utility, 3. The operator of a vehicle that is beina used for advertising purposes. 4. The operator of a vehicle that is being used in a licensgd or permitted event or celebration, procession or assemblage 5. The activation of a theft alarm system device, Subd. 2. A violation of this section is a petty misdemeanor, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 9 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: First Reading: Second Reading: Date of Passage: Jones Peterson All ayes May 28, 1996 June 10, 1996 June 10, 1996 e Mayor Joseph Sturdevant Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary D. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1328 Being an Ordinance Calling for Abandonment Qf the City Charter It was generally felt the Charter Commission should forward a recommendation on this matter before any final action is taken. There is a Charter Commission meeting scheduled for June 26th at which time this issue will be discussed. If the question of abandonment is to be placed on the General Election ballot, the deadline for getting this information to Anoka County is September 10th. Motion by Jolly, second by Ruettimann to table the second reading of Ordinance No. 1328 for further consideration. Roll call: All ayes ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATIONS A. Other ResolutionsJOrdinances 1. Resolution No. 96-48 Beina a Resolution Accepting Community Policina Grant Motion by Sturdevant, second by Ruettimann to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NQ, 96-48 BEING A RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT COM~T~ITY POLICING GRANT WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights has made application for a grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for the purpose of funding overtime for its community-oriented policing program; and REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 10 WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights Police Department has provided the Minnesota Department of Public Safety a proposal for implementation of funding of the Safe Streets Grant and an evaluation process to determine the effectiveness of this funding as stipulated. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that: The City of Columbia Heights enter into a cooperative agreement with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for the project entitled "Community Oriented Policing (COPS) Grant Program, Overtime" for the period July 1, 1996 through July 1, 1997. e The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute such agreements and amendments as are necessary to implement the project on behalf of the City of Columbia Heights. Passed this 10th day of June, 1996. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Sturdevant Ruettimann Ail ayes Mayor Joseph Sturdevant Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary 2. First Readina of Ordinance No. 1324 Being an Ordinance Amending Section 9.104~5) Relating to Accessory Structures Motion by Jones, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1324 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO ZONING AMENDMENTS The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1: Section 9.104(5) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, which currently reads as follows, to wit: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 11 9.104(5) Accessory Buildings a) No accessory building or structure shall be constructed on any lot prior to the time of construction of the principal building to which it is accessory, except a residential garage, which prior to construction of the principal building can be used for storage purposes pertaining to completion of the principal building. b) No accessory building in the "R" District shall exceed the height of the principal building. However, in the "R-l", "R-2" and "R-3" District no accessory building shall exceed fifteen (15) feet in height, except private garages as defined herein cannot exceed 18 feet in height. c) An accessory building shall be considered to be an integral part of the principal building unless it is six (6) feet or more from the principal building. d) No detached accessory building or structures except as provided herein shall be less than sixty (60) feet from the public right-of-way except on a corner lot, unless it conforms to the side yard requirements of the principal building. Those accessory buildings located sixty (60) feet or more behind the right-of-way line shall have a side yard of two (2) feet or more and a rear yard of three (3) feet or more. If the grade of the lot is ten feet (10) or more above or below the curb level at the required front yard depth, a garage for the storage of not more than two (2) automobiles may be located within fifteen (15) feet of the front lot line provided the doors do not face the street and no access is available from the alley. e) Whenever a garage is so designed that the doors are facing a street or alley, the distance between the doors and the lot line shall be twenty (20) feet or more. Shall be repealed and hereafter be amended to read as follows: 9.104(5) Accessory Structures 1) An accessory structure shall be considered an integral part of the principal building if it is connected to the principal building by a covered passagway. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 12 2) NO accessory structures in the "R" District shall exceed the height of the principal structure of fifteen (15) feet in height as measured to the highest point, whichever is less. Private garages shall not exceed the height of the principal structure. 3) For single-family homes, no accessory structures, including attached garages, or any combination of accessory structures shall exceed one thousand (1,000) square feet in area. In addition, the following lot coverage requirements shall apply: (a) Any lot at or under 6,500 square feet may have a lot coverage of up to 35%. (b) Any lot over 6,500 square feet may have a lot coverage of up to 30%. 4) Within any "R-i" single family residential district private garages are limited in number to only one (1). 5) If a lot is at it's maximum lot coverage and does not have an existing utility shed of any kind, one 10 x 12 shed will be allowed as approved by staff. 6) No lot shall have more than two detached accessory structures. 7) No detached accessory structure can be located within six (6) feet from any principal structure. No detached accessory structure can be erected or altered so as to encroach upon the front yard setback of the lot. Setbacks for all accessory structures and private garages are as follows: (a) Minimum of three (3) feet inside the rear and side lot lines as approved by the City Building Official. 8) If the grade of the lot is ten feet or more above or below the curb level at the required front yard depth, a garage for the storage of not more than two (2) automobiles may be located within fifteen (15) feet of the front lot line provided the doors do not face the street and no access is available from an alley. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 13 9) Whenever a garage is so designed that the vehicle entry door(s) are facing a street or alley, the distance between the door(s) and the lot line shall be twenty (20) feet or more. Section 2: Section 9.107(2)(a) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, which currently reads as follows, to wit: 9.107(2) Conditional Uses Within any "R-i" One Family Use District, no structure or land shall be used for the following uses except in accord with an approved conditional use permit. Shall be repealed and hereafter be amended to read as follows: 9.107(3) Permitted Accessory Uses Within any "R-i" One Family District, the following uses shall be permitted accessory uses. a) Private garages, parking spaces and carports for passenger cars and for one truck not in excess of 9,000 pounds gross weight when owned by resident; and all accessory structures other than private garages, shall be subject to conditions in Section 9.105(5) Accessory Structures. b) Garage sale, provided that no sale shall continue for more than two (2) consecutive days and frequency shall not be greater than twice a year. c) Gardening and other horticulture uses. d) Home occupations subject to an annual renewal and reapplication if it has changed in scale or character. e) Decorative landscape features. f) Keeping of not more than two roomers. g) Signs as regulated by and to the extent permitted by Section 9.117A. h) Private tennis courts or swimming pools, provided such pool is adequately fenced and located in accordance with applicable ordinance. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 14 i) Buildings temporarily located for purposes of construction on the premises for a period not to exceed the time for such construction. j) Hobby activities and equipment appurtenant thereto. Section 3: Section 9.108(3)(a) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, which currently reads as follows, to wit: 9.108(3) Permitted Accessory U~es Within the "R-2" One to Two Use District, the following uses shall be permitted accessory uses: a) Any use permitted in Section 9.107(3) and as regulated therein. Shall be repealed and hereafter be amended to read as follows: 9.108(3) Permitted Accessory Use~ Within the "R-2" One to Two Use District, the following uses shall be permitted accessory uses: a) Any use permitted in Section 9.107(3) and as regulated therein. b) Private garages and any accessory structures shall be subject to conditions in Section 9.104(5) Accessory Structures. Section 4: Section 9.109(2)(a) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, which currently reads as follows, to wit: 9.109(2) Conditional U$~s a) Accessory structures other than private garages. Shall be repealed and hereafter amended to read as follows: 9.109(3) Accessory Uses Within any "R-3" Multiple Family District, the following uses shall be permitted accessory uses: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 15 a) Any use permitted in Section 9.108(3) and as regulated therein except as herein amended. b) Private garages and accessory structures shall be subject to conditions in Section 9.104(5) Accessory Structures. c) Recreational equipment provided it is so located as to not encourage trespassing onto abutting lots. d) Signs as regulated by and to the extent permitted by Section 9.117A. Section 5: Section 9.110(3)(a) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, which currently reads as follows, to wit: 9.110(3) Accessory US~$ Within any "R-4" Multiple Family District, the following uses shall be permitted accessory uses: a) Any use permitted in Section 9.109(3) and as regulated therein except as herein amended. Shall be repealed and hereafter amended to read as follows: 9.110(3) Accessory Us~s Within any "R-4" Multiple Family District, the following uses shall be permitted accessory uses: a) Any use permitted in Section 9.109(3) and as regulated therein except as herein amended. b) Private garages and accessory structures shall be subject to the conditions in Section 9.104(5) Accessory Structures. First Reading: June 10, 1996 Motion by Sturdevant, second by Peterson to schedule the second reading of Ordinance No. 1324 for Monday, June 24, 1996. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 16 B. Bid Considerations 1. Award of Sealcoating Bid. Municipal Project Motion by Peterson, second by Jones to award the 1996 Street Sealcoat - Zone 1, Municipal Project #9601 to Allied Blacktop Company of Maple Grove, Minnesota, based on their low, responsible bid in the amount of $35,158.48 to be appropriated from Fund 415-59601-5130; and furthermore, to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Roll call: All ayes 2. Award of Street and Parking Lane Striping Project Motion by Peterson, second by Jones to award the 1996 street and parking lane striping project to AAA Striping Service Company of Rogers, Minnesota based upon their low, qualified, responsible bid in the amount of $5,143.64 with $4,527.20 to be appropriated from Fund 212-43190-4000 and $616.44 to be appropriated from Fund 101-43170-4000; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same. Roll call: Ail ayes C. Other Business 1. Approve Additional $900 to be Spent on the Fireworks Display on June 29. 1996 Motion by Sturdevant, second byJolly to approve an additional $900 to be spent on the 1996 fireworks display to be held on June 29, 1996 at dusk in Huset Park, funding to come from the Mayor-Council Contingency, Fund 101-41110-8100. Roll call: All ayes Councilmember Ruettimann felt the cost for the fireworks should have been less in that the date is not a traditional time for fireworks such as July Fourth. He also noted this matter had not been brought to the Park and Recreation Commission for its consideration. 2. Grant Temporary Construction Easement to Medtronic. IbC. Motion by Ruettimann, second by Sturdevant .to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to grant a temporary constuction easement to Medtronic, Inc. for construction of a storm water retention pond in Sullivan Park. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 17 Councilmember Ruettimann inquired if something, such as a deck, could be built on top of this structure. He noted that the retention pond adjacent to Silver Lake is quite unattractive and frequently odorous. The City Manager responded this would be possible. He noted this retention pond will not hold water nor need to be fenced. 3. Alley Closing Request Motion by Peterson, second by Jones to approve the alley closing request for the alley located between Sixth and Seventh Streets and 41st and 42nd Avenues for June 22, 1996 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. as requested by the property owner at 4124 Seventh Street Northeast. Roll call: All ayes ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS A. Report of the City Manager The City Manager's report was submitted in written form. No items were discussed. B. Report of the City Attorney The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time. GENERAL COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS Minutes of the following meetings were included in the agenda packet: Library Board Meeting of May 7, 1996 Park and Recreation Commission Meeting of May 22, 1996 Economic Development Authority Meeting of May 20, 1996 10. CITIZEN FORUM TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON MATTERS NOT ON AGENDA The resident at 4931 Jackson Street advised the Council of some on-going problems she is experiencing. It was noted these matters had been brought to the attention of the Council previoiusly and mediation had been recommended. None of the parties involved has responded to the communications from the mediation staff. Discussion continued regarding this resident's willingness to participate in mediation. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 10, 1996 PAGE 18 A resident stated his concerns with big animals in the City, drug dealing, people who carry guns, traffic, stop signs, enforcement of traffic laws and activities of elected officials. The resident at 2104 Fairway Drive suggested the City Council proceed slowly in making a decision regarding the installation of commercial antennas on the City's water tower. He observed this is the highest point in five counties and is very attractive to many commercial enterprises. At this point in time, only one request has been received. He felt competition would be healthy and he also expressed some concern with this offer which referred to "sub lease" in its proposed agreement. Noting that the tower had recently been refurbished, he suggested consideration be given to having an interested firm build its own tower rather than use the City's. The potential for interference with electronic fields in the area with a high power transmitter was another concern expressed. This resident was requested to serve as a resource with this matter. He stated his willingness to so serve. The City Manager advised that a plan has been submitted to the State Health Department which addressed the City's kiddy pools. He noted the pools will be painted and their anticipated opening date is July 1st. 11. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to adjourn the Council Meeting at 8:25 p.m. Roll call: Ail ayes o-]%nne Student~-'Counci 1 ayoz~ Joseph Sturdevant Secretary