HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 25, 1996OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Fu%RCH 25, 1996
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CA~L
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
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA
Councilmember Jolly inquired as to the disposition of a
trailer which is being replaced. He was referred to an item on
the Consent Agenda which addressed this matter.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Peterson, second by Jones to approve the following
items on the Consent Agenda:
Minutes for ADDroval
The Council approved the minutes of the March 11, 1996 Regular
City Council Meeting as presented.
Waive Permit Fee for Refreshments to be Served at City Auction
The Council waived the permit fee for "Mary's Lunch Wagon" to
sell food and beverages during the City Auction on Thursday
evening, May 9, 1996.
Authorize Staff to Seek Ouotes for Replacement of Lawn
Maintenance Trailer #230
The Council authorized staff to seek quotes for replacement of
lawn maintenance trailer #230.
Establish Work Session Dates for ADril, ~9~6
The Council established April 1§, 1996 immediately following
the Local Board of Review as the date for a Council work
session.
Approve the 1996 License ADDlications as Listed Upon Payment
of Proper Funds
The Council approved, the 1996 license applications as listed
upon payment of proper fees.
Payment of Bills
The Council authorized payment of the bills as listed out of
proper funds.
Roll call: Ail ayes
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RECOGNITION. PROCLAMATIONS. PRESENTATIONS. GUESTS
a. North Metro Mayors Association
Joseph Strauss, Executive Director of the North Metro Mayor
Association, thanked the City Council for approving continued
participation of the City. He noted that Columbia Heights was
one of the founding municipalities of NMMA. He felt the
organization was very beneficial on behalf of its membership
and stated that this proactive position would continue.
b. Introduction of New EmPloyee
The City Manager introduced Ken Anderson, the new Community
Development Director. Mr. Anderson started his employment
today.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Third ¢Corrective~ Reading of Ordinance Nos. 1317. 1318.
1319. 1320 and 1321
Motion by Jolly, second by Peterson to waive the reading of
the above-mentioned ordinances there being ample copies
available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
ORDINANCE NO. 1317
BEING ANORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL
ESTATE LOCATED AT 4501 TAYLOR STREET NORTHEAST
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1:
The City of Columbia Heights may convey unto
Habitat for Humanity the real property
described as follows, to wit:
Lot Sixteen (16) of the South One-Half (1/2)
of Lot Seventeen (17), in Block Seven (7) of
Sheffield's Second Subdivision, Anoka County,
Minnesota, PIN 25-30-24-33-0116.
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.
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Section 3:
This ordinance shall be in full force and
effect from and after thirty (30) days after
its passage.
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Third Reading (corrective)
February 26, 1996
March 11, 1996
March 25, 1996
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Jolly
Peterson
Ail ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
ORDINANCE NO. 1318
BEING AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL
ESTATE LOCATED AT 4549 TAYLOR STREET NORTHEAST
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1:
The City of Columbia Heights may convey unto
Habitat for Humanity the real property
described as follows, to wit:
Ail of Lot 28 and the South One-Half (1/2) of
Lot 29, in Block Seven (7) of Sheffield's
Second Subdivision, Anoka County, Minnesota,
PIN 25-30-24-33-0124
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.
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First Reading:
Second Reading;
Third Reading (corrective)
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
February 26, 1996
March 11, 1996
March 25, 1996
Jolly
Peterson
Ail ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
ORDINANCE NO. 1319
BEING ANORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL
ESTATE LOCATED AT 4555 TAYLOR STREET NORTHEAST
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1:
The City of Columbia Heights may convey unto
Habitat for Humanity the real property
described as follows, to wit:
Lot 29, except the South One-Half (1/2) and
all of Lot 30, in Block Seven (7) of
Sheffield's Second Subdivision, Anoka County,
Minnesota, 25-30-24-33-0125.
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:
Third Reading (corrective)
February 26, 1996
March 11, 1996
March 25, 1996
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Jolly
Peterson
Ail ayes
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Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
ORDINANCE NO. 1320
BEING ANORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL
ESTATE LOCATED AT 4550 FILLMORE STREET NORTHEAST
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1:
The City of Columbia Heights may convey unto
Habitat for Humanity the real property
described as follows, to wit:
Lot 2 except the North One-Half (1/2) thereof
and all of Lot 3, in Block Seven (7) of
Sheffield's Second Subdivision, Anoka County,
Minnesota, PIN 25-30-24-33-0108.
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:
Third Reading (corrective)
February 26, 1996
March 11, 1996
March 26, 1996
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Jolly
Peterson
Ail ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
ORDINANCE NO. 1321
BEING ANORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL
ESTATE LOCATED AT 1221 40TH AVENUE NORTHEAST
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The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1:
The City of Columbia Heights may convey unto
Habitat for Humanity the real property
described as follows, to wit:
That part of Lot 66 and 67, Block 5,
"Reservoir Hills", Columbia Heights, Anoka
County, Minnesota, according to the map or
plat thereof on file and of record in the
office of the County Recorder in and for Anoka
County, Minnesota, described as follows:
Beginning at the southwest corner of said Lot
67; thence east along the south line of said
Lot 67 a distance of 47 feet; thence north at
a right angle to said south line, and
extending to the north line of said Lot 66; a
distance of 47 feet; thence south to the point
of beginning. (Being also known as Lot 3,
Auditor's Subdivision No. 26; and Lot 2,
except the east 50.08 feet thereof, Auditor's
Subdivision No. 26, Anoka County, Minnesota)
together with all hereditaments and
appurtenances belonging thereto.
PIN 36-30-24-31-0003
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:
Third Reading (corrective)
February 26, 1996
March 11, 1996
March 25, 1996
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Jolly
Peterson
Ail ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
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The corrections necessary on the preceding ordinances were to
the Property Identification Numbers.
b. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1322 Beina an Ordinance
Amendin~ Ordinance No. 853 Pertaining to Zoning Amendment
Motion by Peterson, second by Jones to waive the reading of
the ordinance there being ample copies available for the
public. Roll call: All ayes
ORDINANCE NQ.
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853,
CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO ZONING AMENDMENTS
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 9.112(2) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977,
which currently reads as follows, to wit:
9.112(2) Conditional Uses
Within any "CBD" Central Business District, no
structure or land shall be used for the following
uses except by Conditional Use Permit:
(a) Accessory Structures.
(b) Dwelling units provided:
(i) The units do not occupy the first floor.
(ii) That a roof, intended for usable space,
shall be enclosed by a wall or fence not
less than five (5) feet in height.
(c) Open sales lots provided that:
(i)
The lot is surfaced and graded according
to a plan submitted by the applicant and
approved by the City Engineer.
(ii) The assembly, repair, or manufacture of
goods shall not occur within an open
· sales lot.
(iii)If the operation of the open sales lot be
self-operated or automated in total or in
part, a site plan shall be submitted
indicating the location of such devices.
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(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
(k)
(1)
(m)
(n)
(iv) There is located thereon a building
devoted to and used in such sales use
which is at least as large in floor area
as such occupation and use.
Off-street parking lots subject to Section
9.116(2).
Parking ramps.
Public utility structures.
Vending machines (coin-operated), whether they
be for service or product, shall be permitted
inside a building; when located outside of a
building, they shall be considered as a
building and conform to all applicable
regulations. Should the vending machine be the
principal use on the site, off-street parking
shall be provided at a ratio of one (1) space
for each two vending devices.
Restaurants, cafes, tea rooms, taverns, bars,
provided said design is to only serve
customers seated at tables, counters or
booths.
Arcades.
Tennis, racquetball, handball, table tennis
and boxing clubs that provide facilities such
as auditorium or bleacher areas for viewing
such that exhibitions are possible.
Massage therapist businesses licensed pursuant
to Section 5.612.
Daycare centers.
Prepared food delivery establishments.
Pool/billiard halls.
Shall hereafter be amended to read as follow:
9.112(2) Conditional Uses
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Within any "CBD" Central Business District, no structure
or land shall be used for the following uses except by
Conditional Use Permit.
(a) Accessory structures.
(b) Dwelling units provided:
(i) The units do not occupy the first floor.
(ii) That a roof, intended for usable space,
shall be enclosed by a wall or fence not
less than five (5) feet in height.
(c) Open sales lots provided that:
(i)
The lot is surfaced and graded according
to a plan submitted by the applicant and
approved by the City Engineer.
(ii) The assembly, repair, or manufacture of
goods shall not occur within an open
sales lot.
(iii)If the operation of the open sales lot be
self-operated or automated in total or in
part, a site plan shall be submitted
indicating the location of such devices.
(iv) There is located thereon a building
devoted to and used in such sales use
which is at least as large in floor area
as such occupation and use.
(d) Off-street parking lots subject to Section
9.116(2).
(e) Parking ramps.
(f) Public utility structures.
(g)
Vending machines (coin-operated) whether they
be for service or product shall be permitted
inside of a building; when located outside of
a building they shall be considered as a
building and conform to all applicable
regulations. Should the vending machine be the
principal use on the site, off-street parking
shall be provided at a ratio of one (1) space
for each two vending devices.
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(h)
Restaurants, cafes, tea rooms, taverns, bars,
provided said design is to only serve
customers seated at tables, counters or
booths.
(i) Arcades.
(J)
Tennis, racquetball, handball, table tennis
and boxing clubs that provide facilities such
as auditorium or bleacher areas for viewing
such that exhibitions are possible.
(k)
Massage therapist businesses licensed pursuant
to Section 5.612.
(1) Daycare centers.
(m) Prepared food delivery establishments.
(n) Pool/billiard halls.
(o) Car sales/fleet sales/advertisement provided
that:
(i)
The lot is surfaced and graded according
to a plan submitted by the applicant and
as approved by staff.
(ii) The "for sale" or "fleet" vehicles cannot
eliminate required parking spaces.
(iii)No more than two (2) cars will be
permitted for such use at any time.
(iv) No "for sale" or "fleet" vehicle can
remain on the lot for more than fourteen
(14) days at any one time.
(v)
Size, type and style of any signage for
such vehicle must be within the vehicle
at all times and approved by staff.
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Date of Passage:
March 11, 1996
March 25, 1996
March 25, 1996
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Peterson
Jones
All ayes
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MARCH 25, 1996
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c. Public Hearings - Rental License Suspension or
Revocation for 5121 University Avenue. 5131 University
Avenue~ 5141 University Avenue and 4050 Fourth Street
owned by Lynde Investments
Firefighter Matt Field gave a detailed report on all four
of the buildings owned by Lynde Investments which are the
subjects of tonight's public hearings. He reviewed the
outstanding violations as of the March 11, 1996
inspections.
Mr. Rozman, one of the owners of Lynde Investments, noted
what violations had been corrected.
5121 University Avenue Northeast - Public Hearing
Motion by Jones, second by Peterson to close the hearing
on revocation of the rental license at 5121 University
Avenue. Roll call: All ayes
Motion by Jones, second by Peterson to approve the
conditional rental license for 5121 University Avenue
Northeast conditioned upon the replacing of all apartment
unit entryways with solid core 1 3/4 inch doors with U.L.
approved door closers and smoke seals by January 1, 1997;
the unused water heater be removed; and one third (1/3)
of outstanding fees be paid for the next three (3) months
commencing March 25, 1996. Roll call: All ayes
5131 University Avenue Northeast - Public Hearing
Motion by Jolly, second by Ruettimann to close the
hearing on revocation of the rental license at 5131
University Avenue. Roll call: Ail ayes
Motion by Jolly, second by Ruettimann to approve a
conditional rental license for 5131 University Avenue
Northeast conditioned upon the completion of the painting
in Units #1 and #2; the replacement of all apartment unit
entryways with solid core 1 3/4 inch doors with U.L.
approved door closers and smoke seals by February 1,
1997; and one third (1/3) of outstanding fees be paid for
the next three (3) months commencing March 25, 1996. Roll
call: All ayes
5141 University Avenue Northeast - Public Hearing
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to close the
hearing on revocation of the rental license at 5141
University Avenue. Roll call: All ayes
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Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to approve a
conditional rental license for 5141 University Avenue
Northeast conditioned upon the replacing of all apartment
unit entryways with solid core 1 3/4 inch doors with U.L.
approved door closers and smoke seals by March 1, 1997;
and one third (1/3) of outstanding fees be paid for the
next three (3) months commencing March 25, 1996. Roll
call: All ayes
4050 Fourth Street Northeast - Public Hearin~
Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to close the
public hearing on revocation of the rental license for
4050 Fourth Street Northeast. Roll call: All ayes
Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to approve the
conditional rental license for 4050 Fourth Street
conditioned upon the replacing of all apartment unit
entryways with solid core 1 3/4 inch doors with U.L.
approved door closers and smoke seals by April 1, 1997,
and one third (1/3) of outstanding fees be paid for the
next three (3) months commencing March 25, 1996. Roll
call: All ayes
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
a. Other Resolutions/Ordinances
1. Resolution No. 96-31 Being a Resolution AuthoriziNg
Purchase of Hillcrest Property Adjacent to Huse~ P~k
Motion by Peterson, second by Jones to waive the reading
of the resolution there being ample copies available for
the public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 96-31
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TRACT D,
R.L.S. #159, ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights (the
"City") desires to provide quality recreational facilities to
the city's residents; and
WHEREAS, the acquisition of the vacant parcel situated between
39th Avenue Northeast and Huset Park, more specifically
described as Tract D, Registered Land Survey #159, Office of
the Registrar of Titles, Anoka County, Minnesota, would allow
improvements to the facilities at Huset Park; and
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WHEREAS, city staff has negotiated a purchase agreement for
said property with Hillcrest Development (the "Seller").
WHEREAS, $50,000 was appropriated in the 1996 budget for the
purchase of this land.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City
of Columbia Heights that:
The City Council hereby approves the terms of the
Purchase Agreement for said property between the City and
Hillcrest Development, and authorizes the Mayor and City
Manager to sign the agreement on behalf of the City at a
purchase price of $80,198, which is established as the
fair market value based on the amount being the price for
the property offered for sale by the owner and the value
being determined by comparison of formal appraisals of
the property.
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 appropriated $30,198 from fund balance
in Fund 412, Capital Improvements-Parks, for land
acquisition.
The City Council approves payment of the purchase from
Fund 412, Capital Improvements-Parks.
Passed this 25th day of March, 1996.
Offered by: Peterson
Seconded by: Jones
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
b. ~id Considerations
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1. Authorize Final Payment for LaBelle Pond Improvement~
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to accept the
work for LaBelle Pond Rehabilitation - Peripheral
Improvements, Project 9312, and to authorize final
payment of $1,631.50 to Dave Perkins Contracting, Inc. of
Ramsey, Minnesota. Roll call: All ayes
2. Award 1996-97 DED Tree Removal Contract
The City Manager advised this is a two year contract.
Motion by Jolly, second by Peterson to award the 1996-97
Dutch Elm Disease (DED) tree removal contract to
Bluemel's Tree and Landscape, Inc. of Hudson, Wisconsin,
based on their low, qualified, responsible bid of $10.00
per inch diameter on tree removal and $1.45 per inch
diameter for stump removal or a total of $11.45 per inch
diameter; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and
City Manager to enter into a contract for the same. Roll
call: All ayes
c. Other Business
1. Authorize Funding of "The Zone"
Motion by Peterson, second by Sturdevant to authorize the
payment of $1,700.00 to the City of Fridley for the
expense of one adult supervisor at "The Zone" for the
remainder of 1996, with funds being appropriated from the
City Council Contingency Fund 101-41110-8100. Roll call:
All ayes
e
City's Response to U.S. WEST's Petition to the Minnesot~
Public Utilities Commission
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to direct the
Cable Attorney, Tom Creighton, to include the City of
Columbia Heights in the filing of a petition to intervene
in U.S. WEST's petition. Roll call: All ayes
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
a®
Report of the City Manager
The City Manager's report was submitted in written form.
He referred the Council to Item #1 regarding the agenda
format. He requested some feedback.
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10.
11.
12.
b. Report of the City Attorney
The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time.
GENERAL COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
The following communications were included in the Council's
agenda packet:
Minutes of the March 6, 1996 Planning and Zoning
Commission Meeting
Minutes of the March 4, 1996 Library Board of Trustees
Meeting
No Council action was required on these communications.
CITIZEN FORUM TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON MATTERS NOT ON AGENDA
There was no one present for citizen Forum.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion by Sturdevant, second by Peterson to close the Regular
Council Meeting of March 25, 1996 to move to an Executive
Session for the purpose of discussing the limit on a
settlement authorization and that Jo-Anne Student be appointed
to keep a written record of same. Roll call: All ayes
Reconvene Regular Council Meeting
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to reconvene the
regularly scheduled Open Meeting of the Columbia Heights City
Council on March 25, 1996 having been in Executive Session to
discuss the limit on a settlement authorization, a written
record being kept by Jo-Anne Student. Roll call: All ayes
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Peterson to adjourn the
Council Meeting at 8:15 p.m. Rol~ call: Alljayes
Student, Council Secretary