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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApr 22, 1974REGULAR MEETING OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS April 22, 1974 The Meeting was called to order at 8:02 p.m. Roll Call - Logacz, Heintz, Norberg, Land, Nawrocki - all present Motion by Norberg, Second by Land to appoint Margo Emerson Secretary Pro Tem for the meeting. Roll Call - All Ayes Invocation was given by Councilman Norberg MINUTES OF APRIL 8 MEETING Motion by Heintz, Second by Norberg to approve the minutes as presented in writing with one change as outlined by Mr. Watson on the wording of what he had said in regard to the second reading of the new zoning ordinance and with the correction of a typographical error on page 61 as pointed out by Councilman Norberg, and the reading be dispensed with. Roll Call - All Ayes PAYMENT OF BILLS Motion by Norberg, Second by Heintz to pay the bills as listed out of the proper funds. Roll Call - All Ayes Postmaster Payroll Account First Nat'l Bank Famous Brands Inc. Griggs, Cooper & Co. Inc. Twin City Wine Co. Johnson Bros Whs Liq. Wine Merchants Johnson Paper & Supply Old Peoria Co. Inc. Minn. Distillers Inc. Ed Phillips & Sons Co. $ 500.00 50,235.65 50,000.00 3,033.90 171.82 479.71 5,391.10 274.82 342.35 2,331.86 4,155.72 2,343.27 Val Bjornson, State TReas. 119.25 Val Bjornson ' 3,186.00 State Treas. Soc. Sec. 5,787.54 Abrasive Systems Inc. ACME Auto Company Air Comm American Linen Supply Co. Amer. Soc. of Safety Eng. Arc. Financial Corp. Armco Steel Corp. B & Patrol Chapin Publishing Co. Columbia Electronics Col. Hgts. Fire Dept. Col. Hgts. Fire Dept. 33.00 12.00 177.60 30.67 10.00 216.83 475.23 35O.OO 145.28 7.OO 1,088.OO 26.10 Col. Hgts. Fire Dept. Col. Hgts. Water Dept. Columbia Metal Fab. Inc. Dodge Bldg. Cost Service Elvin Safety Supply, Inc. Fridley Office Supply Genuine Parts Company Richard Gill Jim Gleason Gross Industrial Hall Equipment Royhl Hedblad Heights Auto Wash Heights Plumbing, Inc. Lawrence T. Hosch Int'l City Mang. Ass'n Int'l City Mang. Ass'n Ronald Kalina H. B. Kerr Leag. Of Minn. Municip. Leag. Of Minn. Municip. Leag. of Minn. Hum Rights Comm Leer Bros. Inc. Lore Company Mel's Van O. Lite Metropolitan Sewer Board Mpls. City Treasurer Mpls. Equipment Co. $ 60.00 160.52 18.60 15.95 757.29 243.20 933.28 13.79 8.OO 22.40 8.O9 10.00 17o. 5o 25O.OO 69.00 2O.5O 13.50 1,333.33 23.16 1,800.O0 20.00 72.00 126.68 308.25 34.74 891.00 15,833.OO 20.00 April 22, 1974 Mpls. Gas Company $ Mpls. Star and Rib. Mpls. Gas Company Mpls. Star & Trib. Modern Cleanup Monroe Motorola, Inc. Northern States Power Co. Northwestern Be1] Tele. Co Northwestern Bell Tele. Co Northwestern Bell Tele. Co Robert Owens Paper Calmenson & Co. Peterson & Kalina Valjean Popowski Rockwell Mfg. Co. Vernon Rozmark Shoppers' City Ray Sowada Stromberg Prod. Division Superintendant of Documents Transport Clearings Turnquist Paper Co. W.W. Generators Rebuilders Rosella C. Wilson Adalbert Zurek Payroll Account Amsterdam Printing & Litho Anoka County Library Better Homes & Gardens The Bookment Inc. Bro Dart Center for Cassette studies Elliot Film Co. Encyclo. Brit. Educ. Corp. Golden Press Western Publ Co. Grolier Educ. Corp. Monarch Book Company Nat'l Geographic Soc. C.V. Hewitt Minn. Mining & Mfg. Co. Pepsi-Cola Bottlg. Co. Famous Brands Inc. 995.52 60.9O 557.68 3O.45 l,O00.O0 81.00 347.40 1,661.6] 1,162.42 .50 45.OO 18.82 867.45 327.63 8.79 1,488.00 14.00 65.99 8.oo 90.00 2.8o 6.oo 39.75 24.95 130.00 5.OO 2,959.06 44 50 116 lO 7 54 8 28 4 5O 23 45 28 i7 343.25 1.25 103.50 688.66 7.oo 72.24 69.00 48.53 2,162.43 Outdoor Life Book Club Postmaster Quill Corp. Shoppers Charge Transport Clearing United Nations Brauer & Associates American Linen Supply Co. Camden Auto Parts & Supply Columbia Metal Fab. Inc. Cook Paint & Varnish Co. Keep Fill Products Lehn Electric Lowry Lumber Co. 3M Business Prod. Sales Inc. Minnesota Fire Equip. Co. The Northfield Co. Olson's Plumbing Ovshak Printing J. Leonard Peltier Dick Petkoff Sportsways Superior Prod. Mfg. Co. Clarence Violette William Steven Kingston 3M Business Prod. Nelsons Office Supply Northeast Locker Room Northwestern Bell Tele. Co. Dick Petkoff Spring Lake Park Bus Co. Suburban Rec. Assoc. Coca-Cola Bottling Co. East Side Bev. Company Eberhard Candy & Tob. Glenwood Inglewood Gold Medal Beverage Gross Industrial Hamm's Twin City Sales Co. Institutional Sales Inc. Northwestern Bell Tele. Co. Griggs, Cooper & Co. Ed Phillips & Sons Co. TOTAL BILLS $6.40 42.00 39.68 30.83 11.36 28.00 352.28 10.81 10.80 I06.30 22.05 23.00 2,235.60 14.64 135.05 12.50 13.30 104.59 44.5O 8.OO 8.OO 288.05 17.50 162.00 8.75 131.60 6.75 160.00 27.14 50.00 15.50 10.00 64.05 10,655.80 254.30 20.15 5.8o 11.20 2,017.25 89.00 5.5O 271.28 4,513.41 191,933.32 April 22, 1974 AWARD OF BIDS ON CURBS AND PAVING This work includes the state aid curb, gutter, and surfacing on 38th Avenue from the alley west of University to Main Street, and on Third Street from 37th to 38th Avenue. This also includes the curbs and surfacing on Third Street from 38th to Edgemoor. The low bid came in considerably lower than the engineering estimate of $96,272.00. A discussion was held on this fact. Mayor Nawrocki asked for clarification on the estimate. He wanted to know if this bid will be keeping within the figures given at the hearing on this project, and was informed that it does. Councilman Norberg expressed concern as to whether the company will be able to get the materials needed. Motion by NOrberg, Second by Heintz to award the bid on this project to H. & S. Asphalt Company, the low bidder, in ~e amount of $75,431.67. and the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to enter into contract for same. A discussion followed pointing out the fact that the bids had been tied with park court area paving and that although Dunkley Surfacing had the low bid for this section of the work, H. & S. Asphalt had the low total bid. The motion included the park construction work so no separate action was necessary. OPENING OF BIDS ON CITY PROPERTIES 1128-43rd and 1129-42½ Avenues: No bids were received on these parcels. No action was taken. 3801 California Street: Gustavson Grinding 1828 Jefferson Street Two bids were received as follows: Bid Security $ 1,000.00 Amount 20,OOO.O0 Proposed usage--grinding shop Benny Machine Company 530-40th Avenue Bid Security 750.00 Amount 15,OO0.O0 Proposed usage--precision machine shop Discussion was held regarding the fact that the bids were lower than anticipated based on the appraised value. Motion by Norberg, Second by Heintz that the bids be turned over to the City Manager for tabulation with a report back and recommendation at the next regular meeting. Roll Call - All Ayes 675-37th Avenue: Two bids were received as follows Kenneth Hentges Bid Security $ 1,O00.OO 4150 Monroe Street Amount Bid 19,5OO.00 Proposed usage--M-1 Light Industrial John Moneta Bid Security 1,O00.O0 233-42nd Avenue Amount 15,500.00 Proposed usage--present zoning R-3 Motion by Norberg, Second by Land to turn the bids over to the City Manager for tabulation with a report back and recommendation at the next regular meeting. Roll Call - All Ayes April 22~ 1974 ORDINANCE #819--0N THE ISSUANCE OF $450,000 of BONDS FOR MAINTAINING THE CITY'S PERMANENT IMPROVEMENT REVOLVING FUND A lengthy ,discussion was held regarding this ordinance. Mr. Watson reported on communications with Congressman Fraser and Senator Humphrey regardin9 the possibility of any Federal Funding on the project. He was told that there are none available in the near Future. Congressman Fraser indicated that Columbia Heights will be eligible For public works Funding under the new Housing and Urban Development Act which is working its way through Congress, but no Fundin9 would be available under this act until at least January l, 1975. A discussion followed on whether we will be able to 9et any Funding very soon after that. Mr. Watson further reported on communications with the Pollution Control Agency on possible funding for this storm sewer project (Sth Street between 35th and B7th Avenue). Columbia Heights is low on the priority list. Further discussion was held on whether this ordinance is urgent or not. Mayor Nawrocki asked about the bond isuue debt service. Mr. Watson stated that beginning in ]976 in would be approximately 65 or 70 thousand dollars per year over a period of ten years. Councilman Land expressed his opinion that the City should go ahead with this bond issue. He pointed out the real need for the storm sewer construction and stated that he feels that there is no sense in stalling any longer. There are simply no federal funds available, and so there is no alternative. Further discussion followed. The matter was finally tabled until more information could be given at a later date. ORDINANCE #820 TRANSFER OF TITLE TO BARRY C. ROSCH Second reading was held on this ordinance which deeds a triangle of land in the S.W. corner of McKinley and 40th to the adjoining property owner. It was a matter of clearing title. Offered by Land, Second by Norber9 Roll Call All Ayes Ordinance #820 was adopted. RESOLUTION #74-23 ADOPTING LAND USE AND CONTROL MEASURES IN FLOOD PLAIN AREAS Offered by Land, Second by Logacz WHEREAS, The City of Columbia Heights had adopted and is enforcing the Uniform Buildin9 Code; and WHEREAS, Section 301a of the Uniform Building Code prohibits any person, firm or corporation from erecting, constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, improving, moving or demolishing any building or structure without first obtaining a separate building permit for each building or structure from the Bui]din9 Official; and WHEREAS, the Building Official must examine all plans and specifications for the proposed construction when application is made to the Building Official for a bui}din9 permit. 67 April 22, 1974 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS: 1. That the Building Official shall review all building permit applications for new construction or substantial improvements to determine whether proposed building sites will be reasonably safe from flooding. If a proposed building site is in a location that has a flood hazard, any proposed new construction or substantial improvement (including prefabricated and mobile homes) must: a. be designed (or modified) and anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement of the structure, b.. use construction materials and utility equipment that are resistant to flood damage, and c. use construction methods and practices that will minimize flood damage; and 2. That the building official shall review subdivision proposals and other proposed new developments to assure that a. all such proposals are consistent with the need to minimize flood damage, b. all public utilities and facilities, such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems are located, elevated, and constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage, and c. adequate drainage is provided so as to reduce exposure to flood hazards; and 3. That the Building Official shall require new or replacement water supply systems and/or sanitary sewage systems to be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the systems and discharges from the systems into flood waters, and require on-site waste disposal systems to be located so as to avoid impairment of them or contamination from them during flooding. Roll Call - All Ayes RATE INCREASE ON CAB SERVICE Mr. LaMont, Owner of the Columbia Heights Cab Company, was present to present his request. He said that this request was due to the increased costs of gas which make it impossible to operate at the present rates. His request for increasing the Meter Rate to 70¢ on the flag over the present rate of 65¢ and the mileage rate be increased to 60¢ (present rate is 45¢) was discussed. Discussion was held on what determines if the rates are fair. Mayor Nawrocki asked for clarification from the City Charter. Attorney Kalina stated that the charter requires only that "reasonable rates" be established. Motion by Heintz, Second by Norberg to table this item until the next regular meeting. Roll Call - All Ayes. Mayor Nawrocki indicated that prior to the next meeting, the Minneapolis and St. Paul cab companies will be asked as to what their fares are. Also the cab driver union in Minneapolis should be contacted for their opinions. In addition, the books of the Columbia Heights Cab Company will be looked at to help determine whether the increase is needed on the basis of profit or loss. The Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul will be consulted as to how they determine the fairness of a rate increase. 68 April 22, 1974 REQUEST FOR SIGN PURCHASE Mr. Brown explained this proposal. The request is to purchase approximately $5,000 worth of signs to conform with the mw uniform traffic control device manual. The federal government will pay 90% of the cost of materials and labor of making the change-over to the uniform signing. Discussion held on the need for taking bids; whether they had to be formal. Decision to take three informal bids and see if they will exceed $5,000 and if so, formal bids will be taken. Councilman Norberg indicated that the City should consider possible joint purchasing with neighboring communities. Motion by Land, Second by Heintz to authorize the request for a sign purchase of approximately $5,000 worth of signs, 90% of the cost to be paid by the federal government, leaving approximately $500 for the City share: To authorize the City Engineer to serve as the official to implement the program, and To authorize that informal bids be taken from at least three suppliers. Roll Call - Logacz, Heintz, Land, Nawrocki - aye Norberg nay. Mayor Nawrocki indicated that the staff should investigate possible joint purchasing. A recess was called at 9:37 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:55 p.m. LOT SUBDIVISION - lOlO-43rd Avenue Mr. Watson displayed the survey of this property. Motion by Land, Second by' Heintz to grant lot subdivision to Mr. Carl J. Swanson for lOIO-43rd Avenue N.E. Roll Call All Ayes REQUEST TO PURCHASE THREE POLICE CARS The Police Chief requested authorization to proceed with the purchase of three police cars through the joint purchasing with Anoka County. A lengthy discussion was held regarding the size of the cars. Mayor Nawrocki indicated that he would like to have the opinion of Mr. Tom HOsch of the City Garage on these cars. Motion by Heintz, Second by Land to authorize Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement to purchase three police cars. Roll Call - All Ayes Mayor Nawrocki stated that they would check with Mr. Hosch before the purchase is made. OAKWOOD SCHOOL A letter had been received from School District #13 asking the City Council if the City had any interest in purchasing the property on which Oakwood School is located. A short discussion was held on any possibilities for this. It was decided that the City would not be interested in this land. A letter wi]] be sent to School District #13 informing them of the Council's decision. SULLIVAN LAKE FLOWAGE AREA Report was made that the appraiser bill for evaluations made on the Sullivan Lake flowage area of all parcels of land surrounding Sullivan Lake last April 22, 1974 October totaled $ 14OO. Fridley has agreed to pay one-half of this bill. Motion by Land, Second by Logacz that the City pay $700 as their half of the appraiser services. Roll Call - All Ayes CONFERENCE ON STREET CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Motion by Land, Second by Heintz to authorize one registration in the amount of $65 for the street cleaning and maintenance conference April 30 and May 1 sponsored by the American Public Works Association to be held in Bloomington. Roll Call - All Ayes BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Motion by Heintz, Second by Land that the Board of Equalization meeting be scheduled for 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 23rd subject to concurrence by the County Assessor's Office. Roll Call - All Ayes CHANGE ORDERS ON LaBELLE PARK Mr. Otterson explained the requested change orders on LaBelle Park in great detail. A discussion was also held on the Brauer and Associates contract as far as costs. Concern was expressed by the Council that charges are running above those which had been authorized. Further discussion was held on the change orders. Norberg expressed the fact that he didn't agree with the change order to delete all planting. Mr. Otterson indicated that rather than let a contract which would include the actual planting besides the necessary supply of trees, shrubs, etc., he is checking with city service organizations for their help in making the planting a city- wide operation and thereby save costs. Motion by Heintz, Second by Land to authorize the following change orders: Additional wood items $ 767.40 Wood Benches 300.00 P.V.C. sleeves 143.50 deletion of all planting -7,356.00 to bring the adjusted contract price to $ 182,057.10. PROCLAMATION Mayor Nawrocki read the following proclamation: WHEREAS, the Congress of the United States through the House of Representatives has declared April 30, 1974 as a day of National Humiliation, Fasting, and Prayer in response to concern for the welfare of our nation in these uncertain times, and WHEREAS, the various churches of our community have been informing their parishioners of the desirability of showing concerns for our National government specifically on that day by varuous means such as fasting and prayer, NOW, THEREFORE, I, Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor of the City of Columbia Heights, do hereby proclaim Tuesday, April 30, 1974 as a day of fasting and prayer for our National government and recommend that our citizens participate in the activities recommended by their respective churches and seek the guidance of Almighty God to support the leaders of our nation in the determinations they must make to guide the United States into the paths of peace and prosperity in accordance with the precepts of our founding fathers. April 22, 1974 LATE REQUESTS A proposed ordinance regarding on-site sewage disposal systems was discussed. Mr. Hutchison, Director of Environmental Services for Anoka County, had presented this proposed ordinance for consideration. The public works director and City Manager stated that this proposed ordinance had little effect on Columbia Heights since we had very few properties that were not connected to the sanitary sewer system. The City Manager was directed to notify the County that we are complying with the requirements for handling sewage properly and wish to be excluded from consideration in regard to the ordinance. Mr. Brown presented a claim from Ron-Co Sewer and Water, Inc. for extra work done when installing a service at 1910 Fairway Drive and for a 'ldig up" to turn on the water for 4732 Stinson Boulevard. These were in June and July 1968. The billing was for $500.00. Mr. Brown and Attorney Kalina reported on meetings with Mr. Neff of Ron-Co Sewer and Water. An agreement was reached in the amount of $300.00 if the council authorized payment. Mr. Brown further explained the background of this claim. MOtion by Land, Second by Logacz to authorize payment of the 5300.00 to Ron-Co Sewer and Water, Inc. Roll Call - Logacz, Heintz, Land, Nawrocki - Aye Norberg - Nay A discussion was held on whether or not to send anyone from the City to the Minnesota College Government Council's Annual Spring Conference on May 1 at the Ambassador Resort Motor Hotel. The theme for this conference is "Developing Government Employment Opportunities for Minorities and Disadvantaged." Motion by LOgacz, Second by Norberg to refer this to the Human Rights Commission in order that they might send one of their members to this convention. Roll Call-All Ayes SOLICITORS LICENSE - UNIFICATION CHURCH This is a request for a Solicitor's license to raise contributions for Christian Youth Work. They are licensed in Minneapolis, Bloomington, St. Louis Park, Golden Valley and other communities. Councilman Norberg expressed concern about whether the City should know who each of the individual solicitors will be. He stated that a similar license had been denied in the recent past, and that part of the reason had been because the individual solicitors would not be identified but only the organization as a whole. Mr. Watson stated that before the license is issued the applicant must present a complete list of who will be soliciting. This is standard proceedure. Motion by Logacz, Second by Heintz to grant request for a solicitor's license to the Unification Church of South Minneapolis and that the fee be waived. Roll Call - Logacz, Heintz, Land, Nawrocki - Aye Norberg - nay LICENSES Motion by Heintz, Second by Norberg that the list of license applications be approved upon payment of the proper fees. Roll Call - All Ayes OLD AND NEW BUSINESS An evening for interviewing applicants for boards and commissions was set April 22, 1974 up for the following evening, April 23 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Applicants will be telephone during the day to make appointments. A further discussion on the second reading of the zoning ordinance will also be held that evening. Mayor Nawrocki asked about disability insurance for the two patrol officers whose situation on pension benefits in in question. He asked whether they are being covered by a private plan. Mr. Watson reported on having contacted Miner-McAlpin and they are arranging for such insurance for these two men. Motion by Norberg, Second by Heintz that the City Manager be authorized to purchase disability insurance for the two officers Hickey and Fries under a plan comparable to that offered by a private pension plan. Roll Call - All Ayes CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS Mr. Kalina reported on the Michael E. Parkos case in which Mr. Parkos hit a fire hydrant last October 29 and the City is still trying to collect on it. Mr. Brown further discussed this. He explained about the background in this case. Mr. Kalina indicated that Mr. Parkos is in a poor financial situation. His attorney has indicated that Mr. Parkos may have to file bankruptcy, in which case, the City would collect little or none on its claim. Re total of the claim is $ 1,131.85. Mr. Parkos attorney has offered to settle this claim for $250.00. The City Council discussed this matter. They decided to take no action on this at this time but father to wait and see what develops in the future. PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR REPORTS Mr. Gustafson reported on the situation on the water standpipe. He indicated that the high estimate on repair costs for the present standpipe may indicate the need to replace it. Mr. Gustafson has contacted Larson Tank Company for a comparative estimate on the cost of repairs. They will examine the standpipe inside and out and verify the conditions which exist. Mr. Gustafson is planning on obtaining estimates on a new tank installation. He further indicated that he is contacting "Fire Underwriters" to determine their recommendations for tank type and size. Councilman Heintz asked whether the street sweepers had been received yet. He was told that it should arrive sometime the week of the 20th of May. Mayor Nawrocki presented a Citizen's League newsletter and reported on league figures on property valuations. He pointed out that Columbia Heights is again on the high side compared to other communities. He specifically pointed out the low percent of value in Spring Lake Park and Ramsey Township. April 22, 1974 Mayor Nawrocki asked Mr. Gustafson about cooling water being drained into the storm sewer by Minneapolis Electric Steel Castings. This has been checked into and does not create a problem in the drainage system. Mayor Nawrocki asked Mr. Watson on the situation on county N.Y.C. and State Youth Programs. Mr. Watson indicated that he would be meeting with Pat Wahl and Patrick McFar]and from the County at noon the next day regarding availability of help. , the meeting Motion by Heintz Second by Norberg to adjourn .a_t.~2/.~5 a.m. Roll Call - All Ayes Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor Secretary tc? the Council P'~o-tem