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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAug 27, 1973PAGE 184 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 page 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 page 186 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 Page 187 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. Page 188 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. Page 189 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. He 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. Page 190 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.