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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 11, 1999OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 11, 1999 Prior to the Council Meeting being called to order, newly-elected officials were sworn in. Mayor Peterson and Councilmember Wyckofftook the oath of office which was administered by the City Manager. Mayor Peterson shared some activities being considered for the future by him and other members of the Council. Included in these activities is the reinstitution of the "Tell It To The Mayor" sessions; a monthly update of Council actions for cable viewers; a consideration for placing the Police Department under the jurisdiction of the City Manager; and, the potential for creating a position of Public Safety Director. The Mayor also advised that some issues which will continue being deliberated are the location of a transit hub in Columbia Heights, the use of funds received from the Livable Communities grant in the area of 42nd and Central Avenues, the status of a grant from which funds will be used for a community center and the continued redevelopment and enhancement of the Central Avenue Corridor. Councilmember Wyckoff reflected on her election. She stated her enthusiasm for the work of serving on the Council and her interest in becoming informed in matters of staff responsiblities and City employee jobs. 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Mayor Peterson called the Council Meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. Present were Mayor Peterson and Councilmembers Szurek, Jolly and Wyckoff. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA (The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions and deletions to the agenda. These may be items brought to the attention of the Council under the Citizen Forum or items submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.) At the direction of the City Attorney, two rental revocation considerations were moved to "6- Public Hearings." The Mayor added to Section 5 two appointments to boards and commissions. 4. CONSENT AGENDA (These items are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted as part of the Consent Agenda by one motion. Items removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.) Mayor Peterson requested the City Manager to present the Consent Agenda items. REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 2 Motion by Jolly, second by Szurek to approve the Consent Agenda as follows: a) Minutes for Approval - December 28, 1998 The Council approved the minutes of the December 28, 1998 Council Meeting as presented. b) Close Hearing Re: Rental License Revocation The Council closed the public hearing regarding the revocation of the rental license held by Sandra Chu for rental property at 4456 Washington Street in that the property is in compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code. c) North Metro Mayors' Association Annual Dues The Council approved payment of the 1999 dues for the City's membership in the North Metro Mayors' Association in the amount of $9,209.00. d) Authorization to Use Consultant Assistance for Grant Applications/Appropriation of Funds The Council authorized staffto use consultant assistance for grant applications for eligible projects with funds from the Park Capital Improvements Fund 412-45200-3050 in an amount not to exceed $10,000. e) Addendum to Professional Services Agreement for BRW, Inc. for Central Avenue/Traffic Study, City Project 1998-04 The Council approved Addendum 1 to BRW, Inc. In the amount of $11,098.00 for professional services for the Central Avenue Traffic Study, City Project 1998-04. f) Establish Hearing Dates - License Revocations for Rental Properties The Council established a hearing date of January 25, 1999 for revocation of a license to operate a rental property within the City of Columbia Heights against Dale Frenzel at 3732 Third Street. The Council established a hearing date of January 25, 1999 for revocation of a license to operate a rental property within the City of Columbia Heights against Melvin Lund at 4929 Fifth Street. g) Establish Hearing Date for Review of 1999 CDBG Application The Council established a public hearing date of February 8, 1999 for review of the 1999 Community Development Block Grant application. REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 3 h) Variance Request - 1111 44 1/2 Avenue Northeast The Council approved the variance of five feet from the one side yard setback requirement often feet to allow two five foot sideyard setbacks at 1111 44 1/2 Avenue because topography on the property creates a hardship. i) Variance Request - 1105 44 1/2 Avenue Northeast The Council approved the variance of five feet from the one side yard setback requirement often feet to allow two five foot sideyard setbacks at 1105 44 1/2 Avenue Northeast because topography on the property creates a hardship. j) Conditional Use Permit - 3951 Central Avenue Northeast The Council approved the conditional use permit to allow an owner-occupied dwelling unit on the second floor of the Heights Theater at 3951 Central Avenue, subject to the following conditions: 1) All required state and local codes, permits, licenses and inspections will be met and in full compliance. 2) At no time shall any space directly associated with the dwelling unit occupy the first floor of the building. This shall include, but not be limited to, kitchens, restrooms, and bedrooms. 3) The parking lot shall be restriped in a manner that is consistent with a parking lot striping plan that has been submitted for staff review and approved by July 1, 1999. 4) A separate conditional use permit application will need to be reviewed and approved if the dwelling unit changes from owner-occupied to rental and/or if the building changes ownership. k) Approval of License Applications The Council approved the license applications as listed. The Council also approved the applications for rental property as noted in the memo from ChiefKewatt dated January 1, 1999. 1) Payment of Bills The Council approved the payment of the bills as listed out of proper funds. m) Approval of Change Order #1 for Retaining Wall Construction The Council authorized Change Order #1 for removal and construction of concrete stairways with handrail to Nadeau Utility, Inc. in the amount of $6,075.00 with funding from Municipal State Aid Construction Fund 402. REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 4 5. PRESENTATIONS, GUESTS, PROCLAMATIONS A. Appointments to Boards and Commissions 1) Appointment to Police and Fire Civil Service Commission Motion by Jolly, second by Szurek to appoint Jack Moore to an unexpired term which expires in April of 2000 on the Police and Fire Civil Service Commission. Roll call: All ayes 2) Appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission Motion by Wyckoff, second by Szurek to appoint Rory Franzen to an unexpired term which expires in April 2001 on the Planning and Zoning Commission. Roll call: All ayes 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Resolution No. 99-02 Being a Resolution Regarding Revocation of Rental Property License This resolution addresses rental property at 4610-4612 Fillmore Street Northeast owned by Mohsen Dessouki. Staff advised that this property has been brought into compliance. The resolution was not read. Motion by Jolly, second by Szurek to close the public hearing regarding the revocation of the rental license held by Mohsen Dessouki for rental property at 4610-4612 Fillmore Street Northeast in that the property is in compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code. Roll call: All ayes B. Resolution No. 99-03 Being a Resolution Regarding Revocation of Rental Property License This resolution addresses property at 4008-4010 Cleveland Street Northeast owned by Thomas Brownrigg. Staff advised that this property has been brought into compliance. The resolution was not read. Motion by Jolly, second by Szurek to close the public hearing regarding the revocation of the rental license held by Thomas Brownrigg for rental property at 4008-4010 Cleveland Street Northeast in that the property is in compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code. Roll call: All ayes REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 5 7. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION A. Other Resolutions and Ordinances 1) Resolution No. 99-01 Declaring That a Vacancy Exists on the City Council The City Attorney reviewed the time frames relative to the appointment as stated in the City Charter. It was noted that applications and the official notice of the Council vacancy are available at the reception window in City Hall. 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. 99-01 BEING A RESOLUTION DECLARING THAT A VACANCY EXISTS ON THE COUNCIL WHEREAS: Gary Peterson assumed the duties of Mayor of the City of Columbia Heights, and WHEREAS: Gary Peterson will be unable to complete his term as a member of the City Council; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, that a vacancy in the City Council is hereby deemed to exist. Passed this 11th day of January, 1999. Offered by: Szurek Seconded by: Jolly Roll call: All ayes Mayor Gary L. Peterson Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 6 B. Bid Considerations None C. Other Business 1) Resolution No. 99-04 - Appointment of EDA Commissioners to Existing Vacancies The Community Development Director advised that these appointments are Mayor's appointments which must be ratified by the City Council. By statute these are six year terms. 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 99-04 BEING A RESOLUTION APPROVING APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONERS TO THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the City has, by the adoption of Resolution No. 96-01 (enabling resolution), duly created an Economic Development authority (EDA) for the City of Columbia Heights pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 469 (Act), and WHEREAS, the Enabling Resolution provides that the Board of Commissioners of the EDA consist of seven members, at least two, but not more than five, of whom must be members of the City Council, and WHEREAS, by City Council action of May 28, 1996, the City Council approved the Mayor's appointment of Don Jolly to fill the unexpired term of Don Murzyn, Jr., with said term to expire January 8, 1998, and WHEREAS, by City Council action of January 12, 1998, the City Council approved the Mayor's appointment of Richard Dustin to a six year term commencing January 9, 1998 and expiring January 8, 2004, and WHEREAS, by Resolution 96-03, the Mayor and City Council appointed Richard Dustin to an initial term expiring January 8, 1999, and REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 7 WHEREAS, there is a discrepancy and administrative error in the previous appointment of Richard Dustin to a six year term expiring in 2004, and WHEREAS, said appointment should have stated Commissioner Don Jolly shall be appointed to the six year term expiring in 2004, and WHEREAS, the Mayor has this day appointed the following persons as commissioners of the EDA for the term as indicated: Julienne Wyckoff Robert Ruettimann Don Jolly Term ending January 8, 2002 Term ending January 8, 2005 Term ending January 8, 2004 Notwithstanding the above designation of term, the term of Commissioners Wyckoff and Jolly, who are members of the City Council, shall coincide with their respective term of office as a Council member. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council hereby approves the appointment of Julienne Wyckoff, Robert Ruettimann and Don Jolly to the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor shall consider appointment and the City Council shall consider approval thereof by resolution of said appointment to the vacancy on the EDA created by the general election for the unexpired term ending January 8, 2003, with said approval to be undertaken at such time as a City Council appointment is approved for the Council vacancy. Passed this 11th day of January_ , 1999. Offered by: Szurek Seconded by: Jolly Roll Call: All ayes Gary L. Peterson Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 8 2) Master Plan R.F.P. The Community Development Director reviewed history the City and cities in surrounding areas have had with the four firms being considered for soliciting bids. He inquired if members of the Council were interested in personally interviewing representatives of each of the firms or would their preference be to review individual bids. The consensus of the Council was that it was not necessary to meet with individuals from each firm. Rather, the Council felt written proposals would be sufficient. Motion by Szurek, second by Wyckoffto authorize staff to seek bids from SRF Consulting Group, Inc.; BRW; McCombs Frank Roos Associates, Inc.; and Damon Farber Associates, Inc. for preparation of the Master Plan for downtown Columbia Heights. Roll call: All ayes 3) Resolution No. 99-06 Establishing Refuse, Recycling and Yard Waste Rates for 1999 The City Manager explained how new refuse bins will be introduced to the City. He reviewed the capacity of each bin. The Recycling Coordinator addressed the reason for the refuse company supplying these containers free of charge. She also addressed the manner in which residents can select their container size. Motion by Wyckoff, second by Szurek to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available for the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION 99-06 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA, DESIGNATING THE REFUSE, RECYCLING AND YARD WASTE RATES FOR 1999 WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977 (as amended) pertaining to garbage, rubbish and recycling service provides for the setting of appropriate rates for the services rendered; and WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights has renegotiated their contract providing for necessary adjustments in costs related to refuse, recycling and yard waste collection and disposal services; and REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 9 WHEREAS, the contractor has agreed to provide individual carts to all single and double family residences and to forego the increase previously agreed upon for single and double family units for 1999: and WHEREAS, the contractor provided containers will add one additional level of service choice for residents. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following monthly refuse, recycling and yard waste collection rates be adopted and put into effect as of February 1, 1999, and on all billings rendered thereafter for residential service and multiple dwelling dumpster service. Residential Service-one pick up per week YEAR 1999 City charges BF! Charge Full Service-90 Gallon cart ( per unit in additional dwelling units of two family buildings) or 60 gallon cart Limited 60 gallon service- Limited 32 gallon service-- Senior Citizen Rate-(as defined by Council Resolution establishing eligibility) $12.85 $10.83 $10.50 $ 9.95 $10.07 $8.54 $8.76 $8.54 Multiple Dwelling Service: (1) - 1 yard with 1 (1) - 1 yard with 2 (1) - 1 yard with 3 (2) - 1 yard with 1 (2) - 1 yard with 2 (1)-1 1/2yd withl (2) - 1 1/2 yd with 1 pick up per week t~mes pick up per week t~mes pick up per week t~mes pick up per week t~mes pick up per week t~mes pick up per week t~mes pick up per week t~mes $36.10 $29.28 $64.86 $52.45 $100.82 $81.62 $55.20 $44.40 $123.19 $99.46 $50.40 $40.80 $100.82 $81.62 (1) - 2 yard (1)- 2 yard (2)- 2 yard (2)- 2 yard (1)- 3 yard (1)1 with 1 pick up per week times with 2 pick up per week times with 1 pick up per week times with 2 pick up per week times with 1 pick up per week times & (1) 2 yd with 2 pick up per week times (1) - 4 yard with 1 pick up per week times REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 10 $75.48 $61.30 $162.13 131.91 $158.54 $128.92 $295.48 $239.82 $111.12 $90.20 $231.04 $187.72 $111.88 $90.03 (1) - 4 yard (1)- 4 yard (2)- 4 yard (1)- 6 yard with 2 pick up per week times with 3 pick up per week times with 3 pick up per week times with 1 pick up per week times $205.30 $164.67 $324.26 $260.61 $427.81 $337.28 $181.20 $146.19 COMPACTED GARBAGE: Crest View Lutheran Home/The Boulevard (less $10 for own vat) (1) - 2 yd w/6 pu/week $901.67 $722.55 NON-COMPACTED GARBAGE: Heights Manor/3850 Stinson Blvd (less $10 for own vat) (1) - 2 yd w/2 pu/wk Royce Place (less $10 for own vat)(1) - 2 yd w/2 pu/wk $140.77 $114.11 $140.77 $114.11 RECYCLING: Residential (per unit, for one and two family units) $1.73 Multiple Dwelling (per unit, for three or more family units) $1.44 $2.23 $1.49 YARD WASTE: Residential $1.45 $1.50 Multiple Dwelling NA Refuse and recycling charges for city facilities are the same as what the company charges with no administrative fees added, and are fully paid for through the Refuse Fund. CITY FACILITIES: 1999 Library-820 40 Avenue NE,(1) - 1 yd w/2 pu/week JP Murzyn Hall 530 Mill Street NE,(2) - 4 yd w/4 pu/week Top Valu Liquor 4340 Central Avenue NE- (l) - 2 yd w/1 pu/week 95.78 95.78 405.29 405.29 64.92 64.92 TOP VALU LIQUOR II 2241 37TH AVE NE (1) - 1 yd w/1 pu/week Univ. Ave. Liquor/5225 Univ. Ave. NE (1) - 5 yd w/1 pu/week City Hall 590 40 Avenue NE (1) - 4 yd w/3 pu/week Huset Park (May - September(l) - 4 yd w/5 pu/week Municipal Serv. Ctr. 637 38th Ave. NE REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 11 29.28 29.28 101.89 101.89 243.07 243.07 395.98 395.98 (1) 20 yd w/1 pu/week Park View Villa 965 40th Avenue NE,(3) - 2 yd w/3 pu/week 1,172.14 1172.14 $299.10 $299.10 All dumpster services not specifically listed above, shall be charged to the user/owner at a cost of 15% above the haulers charge to the city, when that charge is determined by the hauler and the city. Passed this 11th day of January, 1999 Offered by: Wyckoff Seconded by: Szurek Roll Call: All ayes Gary L. Peterson, Mayor Jo-Anne Student, Secretary to the Council 8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS A. Report of the City Manager The City Manager extended his good wishes to the new Council. B. Report of the City Attorney The Cit Attorney had nothing to report. 9. GENERAL COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS A. Minutes of Boards and Commissions Minutes of the following board and commission meetings were included in the agenda packet. These were for informational purposes only and required no action. December 7, 1998 Traffic Commission Meeting December 15, 1998 Economic Development Authority Meeting January 5, 1999 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG JANUARY 11, 1999 PAGE 12 10. CITIZENS FORUM TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON MATTERS NOT ON AGENDA There was no one present for Citizens Forum. 11. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Jolly, second by Wyckoffto adjourn the meeting at 7:45 p.m. Roll call: All ayes Submitted by: Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary