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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDec 11, 1972p. 260 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS Regular Meeting December 11, 1972 The meeting was called to order at 8:10 p.m. Roll Call: Land, Heintz, Connor, Nawrocki - present. Norberg - absent. Invocation was given by City Manager Watson. Minutes of Last Regular & Special Meetings. Motion by Heintz, seconded by Land that the minutes of the last regular and special meetings be approved as presented in writing and the reading be dispensed with. Roll Call - All Ayes. Payment of Bills. Motion by Land, seconded by Heintz that the following bills be paid out of their proper funds: Roll Call - All Ayes. Val Bjornson,St. Treas. Val Bjornson,St.Treas. Minn. Hosp. Service Univ.ofMinnesota Famous Brands, Inc. Griggs, Cooper & Co. Johnson Paper & Supply Minn. Distillers, Inc. Old Peoria Co. Ed Phillips & Sons Quality Wine Co. A & C Bus.Mach. Co. Adler Steel Prod. Albinson Am. Water Works Anoka Co.Cheriff's Dep. County of Auto Gear Co. Automotive Driveline John Barna Barton Contracting Payroll Account Central Motor Sales Chapin Publishing City Wide Locksmith Coa~ to Coast Col.Hts. Chamber of CoI.Hts. Fire Relief Col.Hts. Kiwanis CoI.Hts. Pharmacy CoI.Hts. Poi.Relief Comm. $ 2,4 1 1,8 59. 35 53 16 34 24 199 1,148 108 66 15 9 1,229 6O 5O 109 93 21 48 14 288 46,975 7 49 44 16 100 15,374 18 14 15,095 41 63 28 00 19 2o 28 51 85 39 55 5O O0 77 O0 99 10 17 27 5o o8 25 91 2O 35 66 O0 47 O0 25 49 Comm.of Highways $ Comm. of Taxation Cook Paint & Varnish Cooper Construction Crown Iron Works Dunkley Surfacing Fidelity Bank & Trust 1st Nat'l.Bank Genuine Parts Co. Merle Glader Glenwood Inglewood Goodin Company Gopher State Oil ~ Gross Industrial H. & S. Asphalt Hagen Sales Hall Equipment Heights Auto Wash Heights Electric Heights Shell Serv. Mark Hickey Steve Hoppe Inst. Sales, Inc. Int'l.City Mgmt. Itasca Equip. Co. Iten Chevrolet Melvin Land Leef Bros., Inc. Maintenance Experts Mel's Van 0 Lite 19 62 1,189 57 11 25 141 75 180 08 31 94 145,767 64 113,951 78 392 94 7 75 100 43 179 12 35 10 16 80 28O 8O 31 50 210 17 154.50 109 36 5 25 4O O0 2 O0 82 5O 85 O0 375 O0 8 85 19 76 183 61 65O O0 3 ll p. 261 Metro Sewer Board $ Mpls. Electronic Bal. Mpls. Star & Tribune Minn-Kota Excav. Modern Cleanup Serv. Monroe Calculator Roger L. Brown Agency C. P. Nielsen No. American Life & Cas. N.E. Au to Body Northern San.Supply Northland Elec. Supply N.W. Nat' 1.Bank Olson Plumbing Peterson & Kal ina Pitney-Bowes, Inc. Printers Serv. Public Admin. Serv. Remington Rand Office Mc. Ruffridge-Johnson Equip. State Bldg. Inspector Standard Oil Division State of Minn.-Doc. Sec. Sun Electric Corp. Sun Newspapers Tracy Printing Twin City Testing Uniforms Unlimited Water Products Williams Hardware Wyatt Bros.. , Inc. Zander Lettering Ziegler, Inc. Payrol 1 Account Am. Linen Supply Donald Chies City of Col.Hts. Coast to Coast Comm. of Taxation John T. Downey Elk River Concrete Eureka Fi re Hose Gen. Parts & Supply Heights Electric Home Gas Co. Keep Fi1 1 Products Lampert Bldg. Center Lowry Center Bowlers Lowry Lbr. Co. Mel's Van 0 Lite 16,252 53 25 55 19 28 3, 186 96 15,469 35 3 5O 240 79 18 lO 189 O0 156 25 59 4O 21 94 12,193 80 562 30 4O5 O0 192 10 20 36 6 30 4O O0 53 95 76 ~8 1,226 29 22 50 6 55 662 6 l II 5O 43 O0 327 65 805 21 279 35 68 10 26 25 229 79 628 18 7 3~ 310 44 12 O0 9 26 8 6O 20 O0 461 22 467 46 5 85 83 l0 120 78 2 55 52 29 10 O0 62 82 19 40 Minnesota Fire, Inc. $ Minnesota Toro John P. Murzyn N.W. Bell Tel . Leonard 01son Olson's Plumbing Pepsi Cola Btlg. Superior Products Superior Products Tracy Printing Waterous Company A. Weisman Co. Gen'l. Office Prod. - Rec. Richard Petkoff Mpls. Gas Co. No .States Power N.W. Bell Tel . Co. Malcolm O. Watson The Adams Press Amsterdam Prtg. & Litho. Better Homes & Gardens Blue Earth Geographical The Bookmen, Inc. BowMa r Records Caedmon Records, Inc. Doubleday & Co., Inc. Dover Publ ications Gale Research Co. Gaylord Bros., Inc. E. M. Hale & Co. Kiplinger Washington Editors The Kirkus Service., Inc. Mpls. Public Library Monarch Book Co. Nat'l.Directory Serv. Nat'l .Geographic Soc. Nelson's Office Sup. Outdoor Life Book Club Pack-O-Fun Postmaster Regent Book Co., Inc. Shoppers Charge Serv. Time - Life Books No. States Power Doherty Distributing Famous Brands, Inc. Griggs Cooper & Co. Johnson Bros.Whlse. Liq. Old Peoria Co. Ed Phi 11 ips & Sons 4.05 3 44 l0 90 22 88 20 O0 166 O9 54 5O 85 20 356 95 43 50 8 55 49 21 1 75 lO O0 436 69 4,441 33 982 37 55 6O 18 36 4O 35 8 65 5 O0 284 05 150 96 5 O4 32 16 7 56 46 50 42 70 163 O0 28 O0 68 O0 1 O0 O0 8O9 86 10 42 3 50 2 46 6 84 11 66 42 O0 9 48 ~ 83 5 63 4 O0 624 25 110 02 522 89 495 20 389 34 134 76 p. 262 Quality Wine Co. Sep-Ko Chemicals AA-1 Furnace Clng. Ser. Am. Linen Supply Anoka Co. Health Dep. Billy ~oy Juices, Inc. Bronner's Exterm. Coca Cola Btlg. Comm. of Taxation Display Fixtures Distillers Distrib. Eberhard Candy & Tob. Chester Ewer Fridley Distrib. Fridley Ice Co. R. E. Fritz, Inc. Ganzer Distributors Gl~wood Inglewood Gold Medal Bev. $ 1.00 40.44 lO5.00 119 O2 20 O0 58 45 8 75 155 45 3,270 51 1 81 8, 146 46 213 95 51 6O 9,664 80 47 50 54 46 2,083 55 24 70 342 20 Hamm's Twin City Sales 2,021 15 C. V. Hewitt 122 16 Kuether Distrib. 3,199.84 O. M. Droney Bev. McKesson Liquor Mel's Van 0 Lite Midwest Wine Co. Olson's Plumbing Pepsi Cola Btlg. Petty Cash Fund Pohle Sales, Inc. Joe Rak Rex Distributing John Roach Seven Up Btlg. Co. Sunderland, Inc. Superior Products H. P. Droher & Sons Julian M. Johnson Con. 330 32 867 70 35 48 8O3 18 145 70 8O 7o 120 84 2,137 29 14 40 1,236 75 14 40 336 85 9O 4O 3O 95 72,0OO O0 6,302 57 Total Bills $ 525,904.62 Ordinance #790 - Rezon~ng 4000-4020 Third Street for Multiple Dwelling. The owner of the property, Art Porter, and the developer, A1 Hoffmeyer, were present. The City Manager said this would be the second reading of the rezoning ordinance which would constitute a public hearing. This item was laid over to this meeting at our last regular Council meeting and the matter, in the meantime, was presented to the Planning Commission with a request for consideration of a lot size waiver to allow development in a manner which would be outlined as a 40-unit condominum complex. The lot area waiver was recommended by the Commission. Mr. ~offmeyer said since the Planning Commission meeting, they have revised their plans and have decided to make 20 units rather than 40. These would be bigger units with tuck-under garages and double space for each unit. He felt it made a better project and would eliminate a second unit upstairs so the upstairs will instead be bedrooms. The Council members favored the plan for 20 units over the original plan for 40. It was noted that a land area waiver probably would not be needed for 20 units, but that the revised plan will have to go back to the Planning Commission anyway. The second reading of Ordinance #790 rezoning the property from R-2 General Residential to R-4 Multiple Dwelling was held. p. 263 Offered by Land, seconded by Heintz. Ordinance #790 was adopted. RollCall -All Ayes. Ordinance Restricting Park During Snow Emergencies. The City Manager reported this ordinance was requested by the Street Superintendent and the Fire Chief because of difficulties encountered in attempting to handle snow plowing. It would restrict parking on public right-of-ways from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 N.m. during snow and ice emergencies. A lengthy discussion was held on the ordinance. Questions were raised on how the Citizens would be notified of the snow emergency. It was noted in our present ordinance, it calls for no parking for more than six hours in any location and that the owner must be notified that the vehicle is overparked before actual towing. The Council members felt this proposed ordinance would be drastic action to get at a problem that doesn't occur all that often, and suggested stricter enforcement of the present ordinances. Resolution #72-84 Setting Maximum Income Levels for Low Income Senior Citizens to Qualify for Lower Rates on Garbage Service, Sewa.ge Disposal, and Water Supply in the City of Columbia Heights. The City Manager reported among the reapplications for senior citizen lower rates on utilities, some of these people have had an increase in Social Security which have put them over the $3,500 established maximum household income rate. He recommended the maximum income be raised to $4,000. Offered by Heintz, seconded by Connor. BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, that WHEREAS, certain Social Security pensions for Senior Citizens have been increased recently, and WHEREAS, it is the intention of this City Council to assist our senior citiz~s who have financial problems attempting to retain a reasonable standard of living primarily from pensions, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that the senior citizens utility rates as established by Resolution November 4, 1971 for low income residents over 62 years of age with a maximum household income of less than $3,500 per year be and ~e same is hereby changed to allow the utility rates to be granted to low income residents over 62 years of age with a maximum household income of less than $4,000 per year. p. 264 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that said rates be effective on billings submitted after January 1, 1973 following receipt of the proper forms from the individual senior citizens. This resolutiom shall be effective upon acceptance of the rate adjustment by Modern Services, Inc. Roll Call - All Ayes. Home Occupation Permit, 4800 - 4th Street. A request for a Home Occupation Permit for sharpening skates, scizzors, and ~ws in his garage, was received from Ted Yehle, 4800 - 4th Street. Motion by Heintz, seconded by Land that the permit be granted, based upon the recommendation of the Planning Commission. Roll Call - All Ayes. New Zoning Ordinance. A copy of the new zoning ordinance and a map was presented to the Council members. It was noted the Planning Commission will be holding a public hearing on the ordinance in February. Labor Relations Seminar. Motion by Land, seconded by Heintz that the City Manager be authorized to attend a Labor Relations Seminar in Brooklyn Center March 28th and 29th, including necessary expenses. Roll Call - All Ayes. Park Board and Recreation Commission App. licants. A list of applicants to serve on the Park Board and Recn~tion Commission was submitted to the Council. It was decided to hold interviews on Thursday evening ,December 14th with these applicants. Purchase of Radios. No action was taken on this item. Councilman Heintz and Assistant Engineer Gustafson were directed to get information on radios at the Joint Law Enforcement Council meeting on Wednesday evening. Request to Hi, re Part-Time Guard for Park Department. A request was received from Park Superintendent Murzyn to hire a part-time guard to check the various park areas in the evenings. The City Manager was instructed to do more investigation on this matter and identify the problems. No action was t~en. p. 265 Annual Jamboree. A request was received from the Activi~es Committee to hold the annual Jamboree June 13-17, 1973 in Huset Park. Representatives from the Activities Committee were present at the meeting and indicated the carnival will not use Jefferson Street for the rides, but would like to use the parking lot. The Activities Committee will provide a clean-up committee. Motion by Heintz, seconded by Connor that the request be granted. Roll Call All Ayes. Councilman Heintz will be the Council liaison man to work with the appropriate people from the Activities Committee on the carnival and the layout. Installation of Shower Unit in Fire Station. Motion by Land, seconded by Heintz, that the City Manager be authorized to spend up to $700 to make a complete installation of a shower unit in the Fire Station. Roll Call - All Ayes. Licenses. Rev. John Rios was present on behalf of the Latin American Gospel M~ssion requesting a solicitors license. He provided the Council with proof of chaHtable nature of his fund raising. Motion by Heintz, seconded by Connor that the license be granted and the fee be waived on the basis of a charitable organization. Roll Call - All Ayes. Recess was Called at 9:55 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:13 p.m. Licenses. A list of license applications was presented to the Council. Concern was expressed by the Council over a multiple dwelling license renewal from Adolph Westman, 3712 - 2nd Street. Apparently there has been some problems at this residence with unsanitary conditions. It was suggested the City Manager, City Attorney and Fire Inspector check this building to be sure it conforms with all the codes. Motion Heintz, seconded by Land to table the license application from Mr. Westman until the next regular meeting. Roll Call - All Ayes. p. 266 Motion by Heintz, seconded by Land that the list of licenses as presented be approved upon payment of proper fees, including the special use permits to be granted subject to the conditions as havebeen established thereon. Shell Oil Company. A letter was submitted from Shell Oil Company asking that the Council consider allowing them to postpone work at their station at 37th and Central until spring because of the severe cold weather. Motion by Land, seconded by Heintz that the consideration of the occupancy permit be tabled until the first regular meeting in June, and that the work be completed as outlined by the first of June. Roll Call - All Ayes. Sol icitors License. A solicitors license request was received from Clarence Starks to solicit funds for the Christian Record Braille Foundation. A letter from I.R.S stating their organization was a charitable organization was presented. Motion by Heintz, seconded by Land that the solicitors license be granted and the license fee be waived on the basis of a non-profit institution. Roil Call - All Ayes. Council Meeting Times. City Attorney Kalina reported he was asked by one member of the Council to prepare a resolution scheduling more Council meetings to avoid the late night meetings. He asked if the Council had an interest in this? It was suggested to handle all public hearings on the third Monday of the month to take care of the problem. Ambulance Service. The City Manager reported on a meeting held between the Fire Chief, Police Chief, Dr. Williams and himself on the ambulance service situation. No action was taken. Snowmobiles. Ken Hentges brought up a situation on snowmobiles operating in Huset Park. The City Manager was directed to check the snowmobile ordinance to verify exactly where the snowmobiles may be operated. p. 267 Security Fence Along Huset Park. Ken Hentges asked about the possibility of the City installing fencing along the railroad tracks in Huset Park for security purposes. He was informed this fence was not discussed at the budget hearings and the matter has not come before the Council as yet. Water Rate Increase from City of Minneapolis. Ken He ntges brought up the 16% water rate increase in the City of Minneapolis and asked how this would affect the City of Columbia Heights. The City Manager reported he has received no official notification from Minneapolis on this matte~ but the agreement with Minneapolis will be checked. Motion by Connor, seconded by Heintz to adjourn at 11:35 p.m. Roll Call - All Ayes. Br-u~ce G -~la~rocki , Mayor-- ~ -~ eta'ry to the C~ncil