HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 27, 1998OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
CALL TO ORDERfROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Sturdevant at 7:00 p.m. Present were Mayor
Sturdevant and Councilmembers Szurek, Jolly, Ruettimann and Peterson.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA
There was one block party request added to the Consent Agenda. The resolutions
regarding rental license revocations were moved from Other Business to Public Hearings
at the direction of the City Attorney. The second work session date was removed from
consideration on the Consent Agenda. This date will be discussed at the next Council
Meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA
£These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted as part
of the Consent Agenda by one motion. Items removed from consent agenda approval will
be taken up as next order of business.)
Motion by Peterson, second by Jolly to approve the consent agenda as follows:
a) Approval of Council Meeting Minutes
The Council approved the minutes of the July 13, 1998 Regular Council Meeting as
presented and there were no corrections.
b) Authorize Final Payment for Retaining Wall Construction
The Council accepted the work for retaining wall construction at 44® Avenue N.E. and
40t~ Avenue N.E., Municipal Project #9530 and #9606 and authorized final payment of
$4,931.42 to Sunram Construction, Inc. of Corcoran, Minnesota.
c) Authorize Final Payment for Joint and Crack Sealing
The Council accepted the work for 1998 pavement joint and crack sealing, Municipal
Project #98-IA and authorized final payment of $43,888.00 to Northwest Asphalt
Maintenance, Inc. of Goodridge, Minnesota.
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d) Application for One Time Gambling Request for East River Hockey Association
The Council directed the City Manager to forward a letter to the State Charitable
Gambling Control Board indicating that the City of Columbia Heights has no objection to
a one-time bingo event to be conducted by the East River Hockey Association at the
Church of the Immaculate Conception, 4030 Jackson Street N.E., Columbia Heights, on
August 8 and 9, 1998 and the Council also waived the remainder of the thirty day notice
to the local governing body.
e) Block Party Request - 4457 Van Buren Street
The Council approved the request of Tracy Fearon, 4457 Van Buren Street N.E., to block
off Van Buren Street between 44th and 45* Avenues for a block party from 6:00 p.m. to
8:30 p.m. on August 4, 1998.
f) Block Party Request - 4101 Washington Street
The Council approved the request of Darlene Buboltz for St. Matthew Church, 4101
Washington Street N.E., to block off Washington Street N.E. from 41st Avenue to 42nd
Avenue fi'om 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 1998, National Night Out.
g) Block Party Request - 4926 Monroe Street
The Council approved the request of Fred Zajac, 4926 Monroe Street, to block offthe
street between 49th and 50th Avenues, 49 ½ Avenue at Jackson Street between 6:00 p.m.
and 8:30 p.m. on August 4, 1998.
h) Block Party Request - 625 47th Avenue
The Council approved the request of Ruth Graham, 625 47th Avenue N.E. to block off the
cul-de-sac on the top of the hill west from Monroe and 47th Avenue N.E., for a block
party between 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. on August 4, 1998.
i) Block Party Request - 4908 6t~ Street
The Council approved the request of Edwin Eaton, 4908 6t~ Street N.E., to block off Sixth
Street between 49t~ Avenue and 50th Avenue for a block party between 5:30 p.m. and 8:30
p.m. on August 4, 1998.
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j) Block Party Request - 2115 Highland Place
The Council approved the request of Kay Mayer, 2115 Highland Place, to block off
Highland Place for a block party between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on August 4, 1998.
k) Block Party Request - 3708 Second Street
The Council approved the request of Kathryn Bixler, 3708 Second Street, to block off
Second Street from 37th Avenue to 38th Avenue for a block party between 5:00 p.m. to
10:00 p.m. on August 4, 1998.
1) Block Party Request - 4058 Quincy Street
The Council approved the request of Lisa Hartwig, 4058 Quincy Street, to block off
Quincy from 40th Avenue to 41st Avenue for a block party between 6:00 p.m. and 8:30
p.m. on August 4, 1998.
m) Establish Date for Council Work Session
The Council established Monday, August 17, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. as the date and time for a
Council work session. A second date and time will be established at the next Council
Meeting.
n) Re-Issue Rental Housing License After Revocation
The Council approved the reissuance of a rental license to Amy Wazwaz to operate the
rental property located at 1013-15 43 1/2 Avenue in that the provisions of the Housing
Maintenance Code have been complied with.
o) Close Heating - Rental License Revocation
The Council closed the public heating regarding the revocation or suspension of the
rental license held by Susan Loewenthal regarding rental property at 1206-08 Circle
Terrace in that the provisions of the Housing Maintenance Code have been complied
with.
p) Close Hearing - Rental License Revocation
The Council closed the public heating regarding the revocation or suspension of the
rental license held by Wilton Smith regarding rental property at 4544 Madison Street in
that the provisions of the Housing Maintenance Code have been complied with.
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q) Block Party Request - 4219 Fourth Street
The Council approved the request of Missy Lee, 4219 Fourth Street, to block offFourth
Street between 42nd and 43~d Avenues for a block party between 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
on August 4, 1998.
r) Block Party Request - 1348 Buchanan Place
The Council approved the request of Germaine Peterson, 1348 Buchanan Place, to block
off Buchanan Place for a block party between 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on August 4, 1998.
s) Payment of Bills
The Council approved the payment of the bills as listed out of proper funds.
t) Approval of the License Applications
The Council approved the license applications as listed.
u) Police and Fire Reserve Appreciation Event
The Council authorized the expenditure of up to $3,360 from the Special Events budget
to host an annual appreciation night for the Fire and Police Reserves Units and the Mayor
and City Manager were authorized to enter into contracts for this event.
v) Block Party Request - 4328 McLeod Street
The Council approved the request of Brian Pardun, 4328 McLeod Street, to block off
McLeod Street for a block party between 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on August 15, 1998.
w) Block Party Request - 1332 45 ½ Avenue
The Council approved the request of Cheryl Alonzo, 1332 45 1/2 Avenue, to block off45
½ Avenue at Fillmore Street for a block party from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for a block
party on August 4, 1998.
x) Block Party Request - 999 41st Avenue
The Council approved the request of Stan Wontor, 999 41st Avenue, for a block party
between 12:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on August 4, 1998.
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Roll call on Consent Agenda: All ayes
5, PROCLAMATIONS, iNTRODUCTIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND GUESTS
A. Proclamation for National Night Out
The proclamation designating August 4, 1998 as National Night Out in Columbia Heights
was presented to Sergeant Bill Roddy. He thanked the Council for its on-going support of
the event and noted this is the eleventh year that the City of Columbia Heights has
participated.
B. Introductions
The following people were recently hired for positions in the City of Columbia Heights:
Terri Kelly, meter reader and Jill Teetzel, Police Support Services Supervisor.
C. Recognition by Police Department - Citizen Commendations
The Police Department recognized four citizens and two police reserves for their
assistance over the last few months.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Resolution No. 98-60 Being a Resolution Closing Hearing and Revoking Rental
License Held by Anthony Wilczek for Property at 3935 Tyler Street Northeast
The Fire Chief gave the history of the attempts made to reach this property owner. Staff
has had no success in reaching him nor has the department been contacted by him.
One of the tenants in this property requested information relative to the posting of the
building and the need to move out. The City Attorney advised that the premises need to
be vacated sixty days fi.om the date of posting the revocation. He also noted that the City
has a history of working with landlords and their tenants in situations such as this. It was
reported that this property is in foreclosure.
Motion by Jolly, second by Szurek to waive the reading of the resolution there being
ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
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RESOLUTION NO. 98-60
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE CODE SECTION
5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
ANTHONY WILCZEK (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3935 TYLER STREET, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JtYNE 17, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING HELD ON
JULY 27, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING, AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on March 1, 1998, Charlie Kewatt, Enforcement Officer for the City of Columbia
Heights, mailed by regular mail a relicensing application and a notice to schedule an
annual inspection to the owner of the property at 3935 Tyler Street.
2. That on April 21, 1998, a second notice to schedule an annual inspection and notice of
late relicensing application was sent by regular mail to the owner's address of 3935 Tyler
Street.
3. That on May 14, 1998, it was noted by the owner of the property had not yet called and
scheduled an inspection for the property and had not returned the relicensing fee and
application. A final notice was sent certified by certified mail to the owner's address of
3935 Tyler Street.
4. That on June 15, 1998, shortly after the mailing of the notice the owner called the Fire
Department's Housing Maintenance Code office and set up an inspection for June 16,
1998 at 2:00 p.m.
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5. That on June 16, 1998, Gary Gorman, Inspector for the City of Columbia Heights, was
present to inspect the property at 3935 Tyler Street at 2:00 p.m. and no one was there to
let the inspector into the rental unit.
6. That on June 17, 1998, a Statement of Cause and Notice of Revocation Heating was
mailed by certified mail to the owner's address at 3935 Tyler Street. Copies of the notices
were sent by certified mail to the tenants at 3935 Tyler Street also.
7. That based on said records of the Enforcement Officer, the following conditions and
violations of the City's Housing Maintenance Code were found to exist, to-wit:
A. FAILURE TO SCHEDULE AN ANNUAL INSPECTION
B. FAILURE TO SUBMIT A RELICENSING APPLICATION AND FEE OF $22.50
C. FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE NO-SHOW INSPECTION FEE OF $40.00
8. That all parties, including the License Holder and any occupants or tenants, have been
given the appropriate notice of this hearing according to the provisions of the City Code
Section 5A.306(1) and 5A.303(1)(d).
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the building located at 3935 Tyler Street is in violation of the provisions of the
Columbia Heights City Code as set forth in the Compliance Order attached hereto;
2. That all relevant parties and parties in interest have been duly served notice of this
hearing, and any other heatings relevant to the revocation or suspension of the license
held by License Holder.
3. That all applicable rights and periods of appeal as relating to the license holder, owner,
occupant, tenant, as the case may be, have expired, or such rights have been exercised and
completed.
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by
license number F2308 is hereby revoked.
2. The City will post for the purpose of preventing occupancy a copy of this order on the
buildings covered by the license as held by License Holder.
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Passed this 27th day of July, 1998
Offered by: Jolly
Seconded by: Szurek
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
B. Resolution No. 98-61 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 5141 University Avenue
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 NO. 98-61
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5141 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON JULY 13, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS OF FACT
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1. That on July 22, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on October 30, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Hinrichs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 5, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors left the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Hinrichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 27th day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Sturdevant
Seconded by: Ruettimann
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
C. Resolution No. 98-62 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 5131 University Avenue
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
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RESOLUTION NO. 98-62
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5131 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON ZJLY 13, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 22, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on October 30, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Hinrichs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 5, 1997, Rich Hinfichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors left the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
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4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Him-ichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking offMinnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 27th day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Sturdevant
Seconded by: Ruettimann
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
D. Resolution No. 98-63 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 5121 University Avenue
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 NO. 98-63
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5121 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JIJNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON JULY 13, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
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FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 22, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on October 30, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Him-ichs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 5, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors left the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Hinrichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 27t~ day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Sturdevant
Seconded by: Ruettimann
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
E. Resolution No. 98-64 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 4715 University Avenue
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Sturdevant to waive the reading of the resolution there
being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
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JULY 27, 1998
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RESOLUTION NO. 98-64
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDiNANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREiNAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4715 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON JULY 13, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, iN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
F1ND1NGS OF FACT
1. That on July 22, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on October 30, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Hinrichs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 5, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors left the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
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4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Him'ichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 27th day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Ruettimann
Seconded by: Sturdevant
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
F. Resolution No. 98~65 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 4707 University Avenue
Motion by Ruettimarm, second by Sturdevant to waive the reading of the resolution there
being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 98-65
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4707 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON JULY 13, 1998.
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NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 16, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on November 14, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Himichs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 30, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. Inspectors
were notified by the city attorneys' office that the owner was probably not going to be
present to let inspectors into individual units and was refusing to comply by the City's
search warrants. No owner or owner representative showed up, and inspectors left the
property. Compliance orders listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for
a $50.00 no-show fee were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on
the Rental Housing License Application.
4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Hinrichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys! office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 27c~ day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Ruettimann
Seconded by: Sturdevant
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
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JULY 27, 1998
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G. Resolution No. 98-66 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 4441 University Avenue
Motion by Jolly, second by Szurek to waive the reading of the resolution there being
ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 98-66
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4441 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON JULY 13, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
F1NDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 16, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on November 14, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Hindchs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 17
3. That on December 30, 1997, Rich Hinfichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors left the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Hinrichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 27th day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Jolly
Seconded by: Szurek
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
H. Resolution No. 98-67 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 4433 University Avenue
Motion by Jolly, second by Szurek to waive the reading of the resolution there being
ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 98-67
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4433 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 18
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON J-LrLY 13, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 16, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on November 14, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Hinrichs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 30, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors lef~ the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Hinrichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 27th day of July, 1998.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JIJLY 27, 1998
PAGE 19
Offered by: Jolly
Seconded by: Szurek
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
I. Resolution No. 98-68 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 4425 University Avenue
Motion by Szurek, second by Jolly to waive the reading of the resolution there being
ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 98-68
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4425 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON JULY 13, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 16, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 20
2. That on November 14, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Hinrichs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 30, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors left the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Hinrichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 27th day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Szurek
Seconded by: Jolly
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
J. Resolution No. 98-69 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 4120 4th Street
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies
available for the public.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-69
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 21
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4120 FOURTH STREET, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON JULY 13, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 14, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on October 31, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Hindchs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 9, 1997, Rich Him'ichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors left the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Hindchs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 22
Passed this 27th day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Szurek
Seconded by: Jolly
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
K. Resolution No. 98-70 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 4100 Fourth Street
Motion by Peterson, second by Sturdevant to waive the reading of the resolution there
being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO, 98-70
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4100 FOURTH STREET, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON JULY 13, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETiNG
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 23
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 14, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on October 31, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Hinrichs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 9, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors left the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Hinrichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 272 day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Peterson
Seconded by: Ruettimann
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
L. Resolution No. 98-71 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 4060 Fourth Street
Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimann to waive the reading of the resolution there
being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 24
RESOLUTION NO. 98-71
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4060 FOURTH STREET, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON JULY 13, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 14, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on October 31, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Hinrichs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 9, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors lef~ the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETiNG
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 25
4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Hinrichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual traits to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 27th day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Peterson
Seconded by: Ruettimann
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
M. Resolution No. 98-72 Being a Resolution for Revocation - 4050 Fourth Street
Motion by Peterson, second by Ruettimarm to waive the reading of the resolution there
being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 98-72
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROViNG REVOCATION PURSUANT TO
ORDiNANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD BY
BENNIE ROZMAN (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE HOLDER").
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4050 FOURTH STREET, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA,
AND WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION
5.104(1 )(A), WRITTEN NOTICE SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS
FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO
THE LICENSE HOLDER ON JUNE 26, 1998 OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD
ON JULY 13, 1998.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 26
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING AND ALL
ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE
FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 14, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, noted numerous violations. Compliance orders listing the violations
were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the
Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on October 31, 1997, John Larkin and Rich Hinrichs, inspectors for the City of
Columbia Heights, went to the rental property address and did a reinspection. All of the
violations listed in the compliance orders were not corrected. Compliance orders listing
the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 reinspection fee was
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
3. That on December 9, 1997, Rich Hinrichs and Charlie Kewatt, inspectors for the City
of Columbia Heights, were present to perform a reinspection of the building. No owner or
owner representative showed up, and inspectors let't the property. Compliance orders
listing the outstanding violations and a billing statement for a $50.00 no-show fee were
mailed by regular mail to the owner of the property listed on the Rental Housing License
Application.
4. That on April 27, 1998, Rich Hinrichs, inspector for the City of Columbia Heights,
performed a reinspection of the common areas of the building, checking off Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code violations. Inspectors were told through the city attorneys' office that
we would not be allowed into individual units to recheck violations. Violations of the
Fire Code in the common areas were corrected.
Passed this 27th day of July, 1998.
Offered by: Peterson
Seconded by: Ruettimann
Roll call: All ayes
Mayor Joseph Sturdevant
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 27
There was a lengthy discussion among the members of the City Council, the City
Attorney, members of the City staff and the property owner's legal counsel regarding the
history of the building violations and inspections.
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Szurek to stay the revocations for the buildings owned
by Bennie Rozman (dba Lynde Investments) at the following addresses: 5141 University
Avenue, 5131 University Avenue, 5121 University Avenue, 4715 University Avenue,
4707 University Avenue, 4441 University Avenue, 4433 University Avenue, 4425
University Avenue, 4120 Fourth Street, 4100 Fourth Street, 4060 Fourth Street and 4050
Fourth Street until July 29, 1998 at 4:00 p.m. and that the total amount of fees due will be
paid at City Hall at that time. Roll call: All ayes
7. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A. Other Ordinances and Resolutions
NONE
B. Bid Considerations
NONE
C. Other Business
1) Library Roof
A statement prepared by the Library Director was read which addressed the history of the
problems experienced with the Library's current roof.
The consultant, Bill Holman, whose services were employed to address the roof
problems and to prepare specifications for a new roof, was introduced. He reviewed his
recommendation for a roofing firm and stated his past professional working relationship
with this contractor. Discussion continued with the type of roof to be installed.
Motion by Sturdevant, second by Jolly to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter
into an agreement with Dalco Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc. for the purchase and
installation of a roof at the Library for the amount of $86,237 based on their low, formal
written bid. Roll call: All ayes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 28
Motion by Sturdevant, second by Jolly to appropriate and transfer $95,980 from the
General Fund undesignated fund balance to the capital improvements general government
building fund to cover expenditures related to re-roofing the City's Library; specifically,
$86,237 for Dalco Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc., up to $5,000 for disconnecting and
connecting the mechanical systems, and $4,743 for consulting fees to RHA Architects,
Inc. Roll call: All ayes
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A. Report of the City Manager
The City Manager reported on the following items:
1) Update on JPM Roof: The City Manager advised that the consultant for the Library
roof is also performing the consulting work for the roof at Murzyn Hall. Upon
inspection, the insurance adjuster found substantial damage to the roof due to storms. A
settlement for damage will be coming from the insurance company.
2) Meeting Reminders: The City Manager reminded the Council of a neighborhood
meeting scheduled for July 29th and a public meeting to discuss the City's Comprehensive
Plan on July 30th.
B. Report of the City Attorney
The City Attorney has nothing to report at this time.
9. GENERAL COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
A. Minutes of Board and Commission Meetings
Included in the agenda packet were the minutes for the following meetings:
1) June 24, 1998 Park and Recreation Commission
2) July 7, 1998 Planning and Zoning Commission
3) July 16, 1998 Telecommunications Commission
No Council action was needed as these minutes were for informational purposes only.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 27, 1998
PAGE 29
10. CITIZENS FORUM TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON MATTERS NOT ON AGENDA
A resident of Fifth Street commented on crime in his neighborhood and lengthy parking of a
truck in front of his home. He had not reported any of this activity to the Police Department.
A resident of Seventh Street told how his garage was damaged by a neighbor's tree. He intends to
rebuild the garage. He stated his concerns with the requirements of the City to build his garage.
He disagrees with the need for a survey and a fire wall.
Discussion continued with the possible ways the City requirements could be met. The City
Attorney stated this property owner must bring his concern to the Planning and Zoning
Commission with a variance request or he must find the monuments on his property. A variance
is needed as the garage being proposed is not the same dimensions as the garage which was
demolished. The Council cannot grant a variance.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Szurek to adjourn the meeting at 9:35 p.m. Roll call: All ayes
Anne Student, Council Secretary
yM~.Y0r/Joseph Sturdevant-