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OFFICIAL PROCEEEINGS
Regular Meeting
August 27, 1973
The Meeting was called to order at 8:04 p.m. Roll Call: Land, Norberg,
Heintz, Connor, Nawrocki - All Present.
Invocation was given by Councilman Norberg.
Minutes of Last Resular and Special Meeting.
Councilman Norberg noted several corrections to the minutes of the last
regular meeting, August 13, 1973. Action on the minutes was deferred un-
til the minutes could be retyped with the corrections as noted.
payment.of Bills.
Motion by Land, seconded by Heintz that the bills as listed be approved
for payment out of their proper funds. Roll Call - Land, Heintz, Connor,
Nawrock - Ayes. Norberg abstained.
Griggs, Cooper & Co. Inc. 50.39
Johnson Bros,Whsle. Liq. Co.8f654.77
Minnesota Distillers, Inc. 5,816.12
Ed Phillips & Sons Co. 172.20
Sep Ko Chemicals 69.79
Wine Merchants Co. 153.06
Payroll Account 50,291.99
Famous Brands, Inc. 78.47
Johnson Bros,Whsle. Liq. Co. 395.78
Quality Wine Co. 115.33
Val Bjornson, State Treas. 3,288.30
Val Bjornson, State Treas.
Mpls. Gas Co.
Adair Advertising Specialty
Albinson
Autotraac
B & E Patrol
Col. Hgts.Fire Dept.
Col. Hgts. Fire Dept.
Col. Hgts. Fire Dept.
General Communications
Glenwood Inglewood
Graphic Service, Inc.
Gross Industrial
Royhl Hedblad
Intern'l Ass'n Chiefs of Poi.
Intern'l Bus. Mach. Corp
Ronald Kalina
Metropolitan Sewer Board
Miner MC Alpin Agency,Inc.
Miner McAlpin Agency, Inc.
Modern Clean-up Service
Newman Signs, Inc.
100.41
182.82
182.70
3.95
12.00
325.00
255.00
156.00
250.00
50.00
47.61
300.00
14.00
10.00
69.86
45.25
875.00
14,318.65
288.00
3,816.00
1,000.00
384.22
Northern States Power Co.
N.W. Bell Tel. Co.
Ovshak printing Co.
Payroll Account
Eugene Salay
Starbird Electric
Tracy printing
Vaughn's Inc.
W.W. Generator
Wallace Supply Co.
4.00
25.00
149.00
8,503.27
20.00
32.25
27.90
31.50
83.25
10.50
Management of Minn, Inc. (Waste) 31.00
Water Products Co.
Williams Steel & Hardware
Zahl Equipment Co.
Zep Mfg. Co.
Ziegler, Inc.
A & A Hardware
Bryan Rock Products, Inc.
Columbia Electronics
Royhl Hedblad
Johnson Paper and Supply Col
Knox Lumber Co.
Lauseng Stone Co.
Minnesota Milk Co.
Minnesota Toro, Inc.
John A. Nelson Excav. Co.
Papem Calmenson Co.
Donald F. Pertinen
Seven Up Btlg. Co.
Wolverton Eng. Co.
N.W. Tel Bell Co.
Cheryl Blinkman
Col. Hgts. Cist 13 Recr. Comm.
1,319.19
90.15
6.95
28.80
350.00
367.78
177.40
8.65
20.00
68.50
22.50
60,09
153.60
11.58
25.00
114.60
4.00
56.00
297.20
1,155.27
27.20
43.45
Columbia Transit Corp.
Pat Hendricks,
Holly Herland
Ludwig Pafko
Famous Brands, Inc.
Griggs Cooper & Co. Inc.
75.00
31. O0
15.00
6.75
287.75
993.39
Johnson B~os.Whsle Liq. Co. 173.32
Old Peoria Co. Inc. 965.40
Ed Phillips & Sons. Co. 906.14
O. M. Droney Bev. Co. 535.17
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Eberhard Candy & Tobacco
Chester Ewer
Glenwood Inglewood
Gross Industrial
N.W. Be.. Tel. Co.
Joe Ocel
Pepsi Cola Btlg Co.
Sunderland Inc.
~ Hosp. Serv. Ass'n
Anoka Co. Abstract Co.
League of MN Municipalities.
185
179 10
51 60
29 90
.5 60
5 50
75 00
68 10
188.60
2,018.24
199.60
4,000. O0
ESTIMATES
Dunkley Surfacing, Inc.
E. Montgomery Const. Co.
Dunkley Surfacing, Inc.
6~899.91
2,531.56
8~630.36
Total Bills
133~979.27
Consideration of Award of Bids on 3801 California Street.
It was reported bids were received a while ago on sale of an industrial struc-
ture at 3801 California Street. The low bidder recommended by the City Staff
was Eagle Tool Company.
City Manager Watson reported a letter was sent to several adjoining neighbors advising
them to go view the present operation of Eagle Tool in north Minneapolis, if they
desired, to see if it would be a use acceptable for this neighborhood.
Mr. Watson said based on what he and the Public Works Director had seen, it would
be their recommendation to award the bid to Eagle Tool. The sale would be by Quit
Claim Deed and Eagle would be required to complete the structure according to all
codes and requirements, including screening.
Residents from the area were present at the meeting and raised questions on the
type of operation, and the noise factor. Moet of the residents present said
they realized some kind of industry would go in the site someday, but they want-
ed to get the best use possible for the site.
Representatives from Eagle Tool were present at the meeting and noted their WOrk-
ing hours were from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., but did want the freedom of having a
night shift if they so desired- They use metal tools and there would be some
pur~ch pressing and welding work done.
After a lengthy discussion, Mayor Nawrocki asked Eagle Tool if they would be willing
to extend their bid an additional two weeks, but Eagle Tool did not agree. They
felt they had waited long enough already and the Council sh~uid make a decision at this
time to either accept the bid or reject it.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Connor to reject the bids for sale of property at
3801 California Street. Roll Call - All Ayes.
Resolution #73-57 Acquirin~ Tax Forfieted Property.
Offered by Norberg, seconded by Land to authorize the Acquisition of Tax Forfieted
Property. This property is in LaBelle Park.
RESOLUTION #73-57
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WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights is desirous of acquiring certain properties
located within its municipal boundaries for the preservation of the health,
welfare, and safety of the citizens of Columbia Heights, and
WHEREAS,Anoka County has had S~id certain properties forfieted to it, and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City of Columbia Heights that said city apply
to the County Board for the acquisition of said property and,
WHEREAS, the foregoing properties would be used for public purpose,
IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the City acquire~:
The South 20 feet of the North 150 feet of Lot 5 and the South 20
feet, of the north 150 feet, except west 10 feet, of Lot 6, Block 4
Resevoir Hills. Plat #34416, Parcel #4510
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Manager be and herein are authorized
to enter into a contract for same, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Cost~of ~aid acquis%t~on be paid from its
proper funds. ~
Roll Call - All Ayes. Adopted
Passed this 27th day of August, 1973.
Auctioneers License - 900 - 51st Avenue N.E.
This Auctioneer License for an Auction to be held at 900-51st Avenue N.E.
on Labor Day. The license was tabled at the last regular meeting with~ a
request for additional information.
Mr. Hanson, the applicant was present and answered questions the Council
had on the matter. He presented statements from adjoining owners noting
parking facilities available.
Motion by Land, seconded byHeintz that the Auctioneer license be granted
for a one day Auction, on Labor Day, September 3, 1973 to be held at 900 -
51st Avenue N.E. Roll Call - All Ayes.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Norberg, that food licenses also be granted
to Mr. Hanson, subject to approval by the Health Inspector, for the time
period of the Auction, upon payment of proper fees. Roll Call - All Ayes.
Proposed Lease Chaqse, Artistic Screenin~ 3755 California.
City Manager, Watson, said he discussed with Mr. Laird Mills, a request
for a lease change at Artistic Screening, 3755 California Street.
Artistic Screening has the westerly half of 3755 California, and Acorn
Vending has the east half, or b&6k half. The present arrangement is
for the Artistic Screening section of the building to pay $225 per
month for their part of the building, plus utilities to serve the entire ·
building. The other part is leased at $275 per month to Acorn Vending
and no utility cost.
Mr. Mills would like to buy out The Artistic Screening from the Bjugans,
but in order to do so it would be necessary for the City to draw up a new
lease. Mr. Bjugan would agree to cancellation of the present lease and
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and Mr. Mills would have to agree to the taking over of the present operation at the
appropriate rental cost per month.
City Manager, Watson, recommended the Council consider authorizing the Mayor and City
Manager to enter into a new lease with Mr. Mills with the cancellation of the existing
lease presently held~by the Bjugans for the property known as Artistic Screening.
The present lease is for an additional two years, and the propose~ lease would be
continuing the old lease for the term Bjugan had it, which is for two remaining
years.
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Land to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter
into an agreement with Mr. Laird Mills for rental of the Artistic Screening property,
for a two year term. Roll Call - All Ayes.
Appointment to the Library Board.
Motion by Land, seconded by Norberg that William Carlson be appointed to the Library
Board to fulfill the unexpired term of William Grandjean. Roll Call - All Ayes.
Activities Committee.
City Manager, Watson, read a letter he received lmm the Activities Committee, request-
ing the dates of the annual Jamboree be changed. Juanita Rice, President of the Activities
Committee, and Dick Bierch were present to give reasons why the date of the Jamboree
should be changed. Councilman Heintz reported the matter was discussed by the Park
Board and they also recommended the change be made.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Connor, based on recommendations of the Park Board,
to authorize the Activities Committee to use park facilities for the annual Jamboree,
July 31 - August 4, 1974, Roll Call - All Ayes.
Complaint on Weed Control.
A letter from Marcina Galuski, 1006 42nd Avenue reported to the council on the matter
of weed cutting by the City. Park Superintendent, John Murzyn, sends out numerous weed
notices. He has had complaints on 42nd Avenue, east of Central recently, and sent notices
to several homeowners, including Marcina Galuski. A response to her will be made, with
copies to the Council.
Animal Control Complaint.
Judge and Mrs. Leonard Keyes were present regarding the follow-up in respect to animal
control in the City, but nothing has been done, and the condition ,today is worse than
ever.
Judge Keyes said the estimated population of dogs in Columbia Heights, is approximately
5000 - 6000 dogs. Only 300 licenses are issued each year. If everyone had their
dogs licensed the City would have a bigger income.
Habrought up a letter the City Man~ger wrote to the B & E Control, calling attention to
12 dogs in the nieghborhood and nothing has been done yet. Judge Keyes wanted to know
why someone from outside the City was appointed dog catcher.
Mayor Nawrocki explained that the service is a contract-type service and bids are taken
from people who are interested in performing animal control service in Columbia Heights.
The City Manager said he will check into Anoka's system of Animal Control, where a full-
time employee of the City under direction of the Police Department is dog catcher.
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Recess was called at 10:51 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 10:31 p.m.
Dispatching Service.
Mr. Hentges suggested a public hearing be held on the County Dispatching Service
proposal, He feels it would be in order .and believes it deserves a lot mo=e
public attention.
Resolution 73-58 Certification of Building Official and Salary.
Offered by Heintz, seconded by Norberg. Roll Call- Ail Ayes. Adopted.
RECOGNIZING CERTIFICATION OF THE BUILDING OFFICIAL AND ESTABLISHING
THE SALARY THEREOF.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, that
WHEREAS, Mr. Arden Hovland has fulfilled the requirements of the State of Minnesota,
having taken and passed oral and written examinations for a Building Official in
the State of Minnesota, and
WHEREAS, he has assumed the responsibilities for all Inspections of residential,
commercial and industrial construction for the City of Columbia Heights, in addition
to handling appraisal work as required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the salary schedule for Mr. Hovland be adjusted
to the level of $12,500 per year, effective September 1, 1973, as recommended
by the City Manager and Public Works Director.
Roll Call - All Ayes. Adopted.
Passed the 27th day of August, 1973.
Recycling Center.
Public Works Director, Gustafson, submitted to each of the Council Members a copy
of the sketch he made of two sites he thought would be feasible, to put in a re-
cycling center. He looked for availability of Sewer and Water facilities and the
possibilities pf extending catch basins. The building cost reflect the costs for
the sewer and water, heating and electricity.
Mr. Brad Bird, president of the Jaycees, said the center has to be in a confined
area but not necessarily by itself. Mayor Nawrocki said he would like to see a
site confirmed and would like the fence authorized for the security of our own
material.
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Heintz to designate area #1 as shown on the proposed
site (the area west of the Municipal Services Center in the Public Works Area) as
the new building site for the recycling center. Roll Call - All Ayes.
Motion by Land,seconded by Norberg that the City Manager be authorized to call for
bids on fencing in the storage area of the Municipal Services Center, bids to be opened
at the next regular meeting, September 10, if advertising deadlines can be met, and
the second regular meeting in September if they cannot be met. Roll Call - All Ayes.
Public Works Director Reports.
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Mr. Gustafson explained what tree planting had been done this sunm~er and the pro-
blems that arose on it.
Mr. Gustafson reported on the seal coat work and the 38th Avenue storm sewer
work. Dunkley will begin laying in asphalt on 40th Avenue on the curb and
sidewalk raplacement.
Public Works Director reported that the damage done on Mrs. zickerman's yard
was do~e from~ a neighboring industry, it was not the contractor on the job.
also reported the dust problem is the City's and he is starting the clean-up
today.
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Mr. Gustafson said he talked with Mr. Latawiec on 43~ Avenue today and said he is
complaining of a little chip in the corner of the driveway. Mr. Latawiec will not
accept the plank from anyone else but th~ Contractor, he dosen't want it fixed by
the City.
Mr. Nawrocki would also like to see a report on the Sckalicky driveway on 43~ Avenue.
City Attorney Reports,
City Attorney, Ron Katina, said they finally concluded the Cir-Tech purchase
last week.
Mr. Kalina also said the Building Inspector, Mr. Hovland pointed out that our building
code ordinance adopted by refernce in the 1964 edition need updating. He suggested
the Coucnil adopt the 1974 edition by reference. An ordinance will be prepared
soon.
Resolution #73-59.
Offered by Heintz, seconded by Norberg that the dinner for the Civil Defense
Police Reserve Unit also include the Fire Reserve.
BEING A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING ~{E ~UBLIC SERVICE OF THE POLICE AND FIRE
RESERVE UNITS AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFORE
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights Police and Fire Reserve Units consists of
persons who have provided meritorious services for the citizens of the City, and
WHEREAS, said Police and Fire Reserve units have generously given their time,
effort, and services for the benefit of the City and serve a beneficial public
service and purpose; and
WHEREAS, the members of said Police and Fire Reserve Units have given such time
and effort without remenerations;
NC~ THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GOLUMBI A HEIGHTS
that the City Manager of the City of Columbia H~ights be authorized to spend the
sum of no~ more than One Thousand Eight Hundred ($1,800) for a recognition and
awards dinner for the benefit of said police and Fire Reserve Units to applaud the
great public service that these men unselfishly perform. Said appropriation
shall be made from the unallocated general expense fund.
Roll Call - Ail Ayes. Adopted.
~assed this 27th day of August.
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Resolution #73-60. Urbanization of Central Avenue.
Offered by Land, Seconded by Heintz.
WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota, Department of Highways, proposes to make certain
improvements on a portion of T~unk Highway No. 65 located in the City of Columbia
Heights in AnoRa County, from 45th Avenue N.E. to 53rd Avenue N.E.
WHEREAS, such improvements include the following items which are of benefit to the
City: curb and gutter, surface widening, storm sewer, catch basins and leads, and other
items as determined by Minnesota Highway Department Directives, "Basic policies
and Procedures (5-100)".
BE IT RESOLVED that following approval by the Minnesota Department of Highways
of plans and specifications for said improvements of said trunk highway and
before a contract is awarded f~r:construction of said improvements as determined by
the State in keeping with its latest edition of Minnesota Highway Department
Directive - Basic policies and Procedures, Cooperative Construction projects
with Municipalities ( a copy of which has been received from the Minnesota
Highway Department's District Engineer) and, that if the State lets the construc-
tion contract, the municipality will deposit with the State upon demand, after
execution of the agreement and before the start of construction, a sum equal to
an estimate of the City's share as prepared by the Minnesota Department of High-
ways.
The City shall, in addition to paying its proportionate share of the cost of the pro-
posed work, obtain at its sole cost and expense all necessary right of way easements
and construction permits for the work to be performed outside the limits of the
trunk highway or established City Streets and roads, together with all drainage
outlet rights where necessary. Such easements, permits and rights shall be obtained
and certified copies of them furnished the Department of Highways before any con-
tract for the proposed work is awarded.
Roll Call - Ail Ayes. Adopted.
Passed this 27th day of August, 1973.
Licenses.
Motion by Norberg,.seconded bM Heintz to approve the licenses as listed upon pay-
ment of proper fees. Roll Call - All Ayes.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Connor to adjourn at 12:35 a.m.
Roll Call - All Ayes.
Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor
Secretary to
I , Janet C. Wi thers, have re-checked the minutes
of the council meeting of August 27, 1973, and authorize the
City Manager Mr. Watson to s gn the minutes in my behalF.