HomeMy WebLinkAboutJun 24, 1974June 24, 1974
Official Proceedings
Regular Meeting
June 24, 1974
Meeting was called to order at 8:11 p.m.
Norberg, Land, Nawrocki - all present
Roll Call - Logacz, Heintz,
Motion by Heintz, Second by Norberg to appoint Margo Emerson Secretary
pro-tern for the meeting. Roll Call -Ail Ayes
Invocation was given by Rev. Kenneth Stewart of Community United Methodist
Church.
Following invocation, Mayor Nawrocki presented Rev. Stewart with a
certificate of appreciation for his service since April 1972 on the
Human Rights Commission.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Mayor Nawrocki indicated that they would pass over this item as he had
not had ample time to properly go over the minutes.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Motion by Land, Second by Norberg that the bills as listed be paid out
of their proper funds. Roll Call - All Ayes
League of Minn.Munic.
U. S. Postmaster
City of Duluth
Continental Assurance Co.
Val Bjornson,State Treas.
Val Bjornson,State Treas.
N.W.Bell Telephone
Northern States Power
Northern States Power
Postmaster-Col .Hgts.
Famous Brands Inc.
H.B.Fuller Co.
Griggs Coope-
Johnson Bros.Whsle Liq.
Minn. Distillers Inc.
Old Peoria Co.
Ed Phillips & Sons
Twin City Wine Co.
Wine Merchants Co.
Anoka County Library
Better Homes & Gardens
Bookmen, Inc.
Brown Photo Commercial
Cronstrom Htg. & Air Cond.
256. O0
500.00
200.00
19.24
3,108.90
1 54.43
45.00
23.07
2,380.48
12o10
1 ,190.35
99.35
1,945.63
656.29
3,990.92
840.71
1,288.46
55.16
635.80
78° O0
21 .62
148.3O
17.64
556.90
Gaylord Bros. Inc. 44.60
General Learning Corp. 8.60
Lighting Unlimited 78.11
Lundblad's Bindery Inc. 24.95
MOnarch Book Co. 1,120.89
Minn. Historical Soc. 32.50
Nat'l. Geographic Soc. 7.00
Nelson's Office Supply 13.81
Outdoor Life Book Club 8.15
Postmaster 42.00
Quill Corp. 14.72
Charles Scribner's Sons 114.00
Sun Newspapers 6.30
Kokesh Athletic & Golf Sup. 10.45
Locker Room 42.00
Minn. State High School Leag. 3.20
Nelson's Office Supply 7.54
N.W.Bell Telephone 17.86
Richard Petkoff 5e.o0
s & s Arts & Crafts 389.72
Spring Lake Pk. Bus Co. 65.00
American Forestry Assoc. 7.50
Coca-Cola Bottling 55.00
Robert Friis 20.00
R.L.Gould & Co. 756.12
Michel Sa]es Co.
Pepsi-Cola Bottling
Hans Rosacker
Adelmann Engine Re-Bldrs.
American Linen Supply Co.
Apeco
F.W.Bassett
B & E Patrol
Brauer & Associates
Don V. Carlson
Chapin Publishing Co.
Coast to Coast
Col.Hgts. Fire Dept.
Col.Hgts. Housing & Redev.
Col.Hgts.Water Dept.
Commissioner of Hgwys.
Co-op Lead & Chemical
Mitch DeMars
Dunkley Surfacing
Harold Eggerth
Elvin Safety Supply
Frank's Htg. & Sheet Metal
Galaxy Enterprises
Genuine Parts Co.
Gestetner Corp.
Merle Glader
Glenwood Inglewood
Goodin Company
Everett Gray
Earl Gustafson
Harris Office Equipment
Royhl Hedblad
Ind.School Dist. #13
Instrumentation Services
Johnson Neuman Co.
Johnson Paper & Supply Co.
Donald Jolly
Ronald Kal ina
Charles Kewatt
Richard Kudak
Lampert Bldg. Center
League of Minn.Munic.
Lee Carrer Apparel
Leef Bros. Inc.
Lowry Lumber Co.
McGraw Hill Publications
Marshall & Stevens Inc.
Metropolitan Sewer Board
Midwest Venetian Blind Co.
Miner McAlpin Agency
Mpls. City Treasurer
Mpls. Gas Company
Minn. Fire Equip. Co.
Minn. Safety Equip. Co.
Modern Cleanup
Moore Business Forms
National Cash Register
National Safety Council
2O8.OO
17.00
262.50
151.81
27.62
18.00
119.76
350 O0
122 52
25 O0
62 16
120 72
767 O0
125.00
289.46
42.84
211.20
6.5O
710.22
69.46
9.69
6OO.OO
16.00
252.59
167.90
53.0~
43.35
1 ,485.7O
240.OO
88.16
161.~5
]0.00
150.00
49.00
54.OO
36 72
69 50
1,333 33
7O O0
240 O0
54 53
16 O0
218 12
176.51
83.5O
10.00
1,450.00
11,809.81
575.00
83O.OO
17,587.68
420.81
17.86
19.75
1,O00.O0
480.43
308.30
4.8O
Neptune Meter Co.
Northern Sanitary Supply
Northern States Power
NOrthfield Co.
N.W.Bell Telephone
North Star Dodge
L.P.Pederson Concr.Paving
Dick Petkoff
Petty Cash-Public Library
Postmaster of Mpls.
Park-Gopher Jeep
Par-Z Contracting
Phillips Petroleum Co.
Pitney Bowes
Roger A.Podany
Power Supply Co.
Refrigeration &Ind. Supply
Rich/Lynn Corp.
Rogers
Darold Sharer
Cyrus F. Smythe
State of Minn.Div.of Boiler
Sun Newspapers
Sun Newspapers
Superior Products
Tasco Automotive
Tennant Company
Tracy Printing
Minn. State Treasurer
Twin City Filter Serv.
Viking Industrial Center
Viking Chevrolet
Wahl & Wahl Inc.
Warning Lites Inc.
Wa terous Co.
Malcolm O. Watson
Wyatt Bros. Inc.
Zayre Shoppers City
Ed Phillips & Sons
Johnson Bros. Whsle Liq.
Famous Brands Inc.
John Barna
Coca-Cola Bottling
East Side Beverage
Eberhard Candy & Tobacco
Chester Ewer
Gold Medal Beverage
Hamm's Twin City Sales
Kuether Distributing
Merrill Chapman Co.
Modern Air Conditioning
Pepsi Cola Bottling
Petty Cash-Liquor
Select Systems Inc.
N.W.Bell Telephone
Griggs Cooper & Co.
Old Peoria
Quality Wine Co.
]91.70
7].20
2,307.85
73.50
1,244.97
4.39
34.00
285.oo
24.67
5OO.OO
45.98
135.00
7]].39
38.80
37.8O
26.89
25.10
2].80
582.O8
117.64
lO5.00
Insp. 10.00
168.79
790.00
35.77
919.11
83.30
88.25
10.00
12.60
39.64
2.22
22 05
28 25
3,625 44
107 O0
186 75
9 89
1,527 O2
1 ,385 20
]40 O7
12 l0
lO1 O0
12,231.06
359.00
72.24
264.85
2,625.39
3,273.20
58.26
572.40
47.7O
74.17
53.19
5.5O
175.82
463.10
83.52
H & S Asphalt Co.
Olson Plumbing
Par-Z Contracting
Payroll Account
Payroll Account
33,077.49
615.80
5OO.OO
54,400.66
4O.OO
189,946.90
ANTENNA TOWER
Motion by Logacz, Second by Land to reject all bids on antenna tower due to
the fact that the bids were much higher than the Council had originally
thought the amount would run. Discussion followed the motion. A representative
from Tri-State ERection Company, who had been the low bidder on the
antenna tower, was present and asked for more information on why the bids
would be rejected. Mayor Nawrocki explained the situation. He stated
that originally the estimates had been much lower than the bids that came
in. Councilman Norberg indicated the fact that investigations had been
made as to possibly financing the tower using funds received from renting
out space on the tower to other users. This has proven that this income
alone could not finance the cost of the tower. Further discussion was held
on this. Mayor Nawrocki explained that the City had since received a proposal
from a company to build a tower at the company's expense, and that this proposal,
if accepted, would not cost the City anything. He further pointed out the
fact that bids had been called for twice and both times came in higher than
the City could justify. Roll Call on motion to reject bids - All Ayes
Further discussion followed on the proposal from General Television Company.
Mayor Nawrocki briefly explained the proposal to those present. Mr. Robert
Hinkley, from General Telvision, presented the proposal which had been
presented in writing prior to the meeting. The main points which he pointed
out were that the Company would erect a 180' tower at no cost to the City,
with the City to retain space on the tower for their communications at ~lo
cost . General Television would further build a separate building or build
a second story to the City pumping station building for controls. G.T.V.
would have space in this building. Other space would be available
for other users of the tower with the rent received to be collected by the
City. General Television would maintain, operate and insure the tower.
General Television would pay the City $500 per month as rent on the space
used by the tower for a period of fifteen years with 10 year option renewals.
Other companies may rent space on the tower. The monies received from such
rental to be used for operating and maintenance expenses with the remainder
to be divided equally between the City and the company, Discussion followed.
Councilman Norberg was concerned about the strength of the tower. Mr.
Hinkley assured the Council that information on this would be forthcoming.
The Council indicated the desire for a hearing to be held with the neighbors
in the neighborhood of the water tower site on this proposed antenna tower
installation. Motion by Heintz, Second by Norberg that the City Manager
be authorized to advertise for a public hearing for proposed installation of the
antenna tower near the City water tower with said hearing to be held at the
next regular meeting of the City Council on July 8. Councilman Norberg asked
about our obligations if another company should come in with a similar proposal
in the meantime. Further discussion was held on the possibility of other
proposals. The representative from Tri-State ERection Company indicated that
perhaps their company would come up with a proposal. Councilman Norberg stressed the
desire that a further proposal would come in in ample time to give it some
consideration prior to a hearing. The City Attorney was asked what the legal
requirements are in the case. Attorney Kalina indicated the danger of the
proposal falling into the classification of a franchise. Mayor Nawrocki
pointed out the fact that this installation does not constitute a franchise
for cable television, which is General Television's need for the tower.
The City would in no way be obligated to use the services of General
Television should the City become involved in cable television.
The City Attorney was instructed to work with the company to insure that the
proposal does not fall into a franchise situation and to be certain that all
legalities are being met, and inform the Council of any legal requirements
to be met in any decision they might make.
City Manager, Malcolm Watson, informed the Council that the proposal of
General Television does not address itself to taxing. He indicated that
the company would be subject to taxes and this should be settled before
an agreelaent can be reached. This should be further checked into prior
to a hearing. Roll Ca]] - on motion to authorize hearing - All Ayes
LA BELLE PARK WELL
Bids were opened on the installation of a well in LaBelle Park on Thursday
June 20. Mr. James Wolverton, Consulting Engineer, was present to explain
the bids. The bids were divided into five different portions of the instal ]ation
of the well. These were: well, pump, mechanical, structure, and electrical.
The bids received were as follows: Well (No. l): Key Well Drilling Co., $l],205.00,
E. H. Rennet & Sons,$11,7lO.00, Layne Minnesota, S14,925.00, McCarthy
Well Co., SIg,SZ~O.O0. On the pump: Key Well Drilling, S7,320.00, Layne
Minnesota, $5,046.00, McCarthy Well S 4,891.71. On the mechanical (No.
Olson Plumbing Company, S3,570.00 and on the elec;trica] (No. 5)~ Stevens
E]ectric~ Sb,,097.OO and Gopher Electric $3,5L~5.00. Another bid, that of
D.W. Harstad Company on the structure (No. Zt) was submitted past the date
of the bid opening and could not be considered a responsible bid. A lengthy
discussion was held. Mr. Wolverton spoke of an alternate pump which was
bid by Key Well Drilling Company in the amount of $3,656.00. He explained
that this was not part of the specifications because it was of a different
type. The specified ones were thought to be ]ess corrosive but since the
drawing up of the specifications, the alternate one was proven to be just
as reliable. Attorney Kalina indicated that the award to the alternate
pump could not be made because it was not responsive to the specifications.
Mr. Watson discussed financing of this well. He indicated that only
S]8,500 had been budgeted for this item. He was doubtful as to where the
finances could come from. He indicated the possibil ity of using monies in
the contingency fund or maybe using federal revenue sharing. Dean Otterson
stated he is checking with the State for possible financing. He further
indicated that he has been in contact with civic organizations of the City
and they have indicated a desire to help in financing of the well and other
areas of the LaBei]e Park Development but he has no commitment from them
to date. A discussion was held on whether there is an urgency for the
installation of this well. Mr. Otterson explained that not only is this
well being put in as a means of operating the fountain in the park but also
as a means of keeping the water level stable in that area. A discussion
was held on whether or not it would be advisable to have the "well" part
of the installation constructed and leave the others until the funds are
found. It was indicated that this was a possibility, but some members of
the Council felt the entire project should wait until it can all be
constructed at the same time. Mr. Wolverton was asked how long the bids
are good for. They are good until 30 days after the bid opening. This would
not give ample time to go out for bids again in relation to the different
pump, and a responsive bid on the structure. Desire was shown of asking the
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bidders for a time extension on their bids until something is worked out.
Mayor Nawrocki was concerned whether the Park Board had reviewed the well
installation at all. Councilman Heintz stated that the Park Board had
looked at the plans and was greatly in favor of such an installation,
but indicated that the Park Board had no funds available to help finance the
cost. Mayor Nawrocki questioned the great amount of difference in the
amounts bid on the pump. Mr. Wolverton indicated that the low bidder
regularly makes the type of pump which was specified whereas the other
companies would have to get it from another supplier. He indicated that
the lower amount of the alternate pump of Key Well Drilling was made of cast
iron rather than bronze which was in the specifications.
Further discussion was held on the structure of the well. The one late
bid came in at $8,845.00. Mr. Gustafson indicated that if this was an
indication of the cost to be expected, he would suggest using reinforced
masonry rather than cement work. Mr. Wolverton agreed that this could be
done and would cost the City less.
Motion by Norberg, Second by Heintz to award the bid on the well (no. 1.)
to Key Well Drilling Company, the low bidder, in the amount of $11,205.00
and the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to enter into contract for same.
Roll Call - All Ayes
Motion by Norberg, Second by Heintz to table further consideration of
the bids on mechanical (No. 3) and Electrical (no. 5). The staff is directed
to contact the low bidders in each case, Olson Plumbing and Gopher Electric,
to see if they will hold their bid until July 23rd. In the event that the
low bidders (one or the other or both) does not wish to hold their bid,
the matter will come back to the next regular meeting on the 8th of July,
otherwise, further consideration of their bids will come before the regular
council meeting on July 22. Roll Call - All Ayes
Motion by Heintz, Second by Logacz to reject the bid on structure (No. 4)
as irresponsible to the specifications of the bid form. Roll Call - All Ayes
Motion by Heintz, Second by Norberg to reject the bids on the pump(No. 2)
Roll Call - All Ayes
A discussion was held indicating the desire to call for bids again on
items No. 2 and No. 4, and whether it was necessary to take formal bids or
informal bids. Motion by Norberg to authorize the City Manager to advertise
for formal bids on pump and structure for LaBel le Park well project based
on a new design died for lack of a second. Motion by Heintz, Second by Land to
authorize the City Manager to take formal or informal bids, to be decided by the
City Manager at his discretion, for pump and structure for the LaBelle Park
well project. If formal bids are to be taken, such bid(s) to be opened on
July 17th at lO:O0 a.m. with a report to the council at the regular meeting
of July 22 or a special meeting if so called by the City Manager Roll Call-All Ayes
Mayor Nawrocki clarified what would determine the "discretion" of the City
Manager. This would be based on the granting of an extension on the bids
on the mechanical and electrical and on the costs involved in the items
to be taken bids on. In the meantime, also, monies for funding the project must
be sought. The bids to be taken on the two items will be based on a redesign
of the structure to include reinforced masonry and the pump specifications
to include the alternate pump design.
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A recess was called at 9:45 p.m. The meeting reccnvened at ]0:06 p.m.
3801 CALIFORNIA STREET
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Nallickwere present with a proposal to purchase the city
owned property and unfinished building at 380] California Street. They
have a paper shredding light industry. Mr. Nal]ick explained the operation
of the industry. He reported on having ta]kedto the neighbors in the area
of this property to get their opinion on his industry moving into the area.
The general response had been favorable. His proposal included the
possibility of the vacating of the California Street right-of-way. They
want to put an addition on the building north and west of the structure
as additional warehouse space. Mr. Na]]ick presented his plans. Considerable
discussion was held on the right-of-way. Discussion was also held on the
park in this area and how Mr. Nal]ick~s proposal would affect that. Mr. Nallick
presented a proposal in the amount of $22,500 based on the vacating of the
street right-of-way. He described the conditions of the existing building
and stated that his proposal was based on this. Further discussion was
held on the possibility of the vacating of the right-of-way. Motion by
Norberg, Second by Heintz to refer the proposal of Mr. Na]]ick for 380]
California Street to the Planning and Zoning and to the Park Board for their
recommendations. Roll Call -All Ayes Mr. Otterson will see to it he
is on the agenda for the next Planning Commission meeting, and Councilman
Heintz will have the proposal put on the Park Board agenda.
ORDINANCE #8]8 - ZONING ORDINANCE
The entire discussion on the new proposed zoning ordinance cenl:ered
around amendments which had been pointed out during the hearing on June ]?
held at the Columbia Junior High School. A second reading had been held at
that time. Ron Kal ina began by discussing some amendments he had presented
in written form prior to the meeting. In essence, some of these changes
are as follows: ]. Change the title of the ordinance. This would eliminate
confusion at the time that the new ordinance might be amended by further
ordinances and would facilitate a shortening of the title. He further pointed
out the changing of the ordinance to ~zoning code" at a point in the ordinance.
This would eliminate the expense of having the ordinance published.
2. Add a new section which repeals inconsistent ordinances in the manner
prescribed by the City charter. 3. Add a new section providing for a $300
fine for each offense which makes the ordinance consistent with state laws.
4. Add section stating that the ordinance shall take effect thirty days
after its passage which also makes it consistent with the City charter.
Following Mr. Kal ina's statements, Mayor Nawrocki began discussion on various
changes which had been requested. No action was taken on any of these.
Mayor Nawrocki polled the Council on each of the items discussed. He pointed
out that this was for the purpose of facilitating the re-writing
of the sections for formal reading , amending, and vote. The first was on
the changing of the zoning near the Silver Lake Clinic. Attorney Vern
Hoium, representing the c] init, was present to request the change to L-B.
The council viewed their opinions on whether the change should be made and
on which lots it should be incorporated if changed. The majority of the
Council desired the zoning to only include lots 5 and 6 on which the c]inic
is presently situated. Councilman Heintz could not understand the sense
June 24, 1974
of zoning L-B to only include Lots 5 and 6 when it is likely that the clinic
would come in again requesting an amendment to the ordinance for the purpose
of changing to L-B to facilitate parking for the clinic. A lengthy discussion
was held on which lots should be changed.
The Council then discussed the request from Dean Althaus to change the
zoning on the northwest corner of 45th and Central and at 4216 Central Avenue
to R-B. Lengthy discussion also was held on this item. The Council
expressed their individual views on each of the locations. The majority
felt the change to R-B should be made on the 4216 Central address but not
at 45th and Central.
The next discussions centered around recommendations from the City Planner
on items he felt should be changed and on those changes requested by other
individuals. In Section 4.4(2) on Lot Provisions he recommended
that seventy-five percent (75%) be changed to sixty percent (60%).
The council was generally in agreement. Mr. Otterson had presented in
writing ideas on changing the section on screening in the ordinance. The
Council all agreed that his changes were satisfactory. He and the City
Attorney will have to work this section out together and be sure all is
in agreement.
On the section on Height Limitations, Mr. Otterson had clarified his
understanding of the ordinance as it was written. The question was brought
up about antennas. It appeared that they would not be allowed under this
ordinance and so would cause a problem on any installation by our water
tower. This will have to be checked further into before the hearing on
the antenna tower.
A brief discussion was held on a request from Thomas Ohlenkamp for the change
of zoning at 4653 Central Avenue to R-B. It is presently zoned for multiple
dwelling and presently has an apartment building on the lot. The Council
did not agree that it should be changed considering that it is now zoned
properly for the type of structure which is located on it.
No change will be made.
Mayor Nawrocki at this point stated that it was late and perhaps
further discussion on the Zoning Ordinance should wait until the next
regular Council meeting. Motion by Norberg, Second by Land to table
further discussion on Ordinance #818 until the next regular council meeting
on July 8. Roll Call - All Ayes
RESOLUTION SETTING ANNUAL FEE FOR SWIMMING POOLS
Quite a lengthy discussion was held on the fee which should be charged
annually for swimming pools. Ordinance #737 passed at the previous council
meeting set forth the council should pass an annual fee for pools.
City Manager Watson pointed out what this fee would be used for. It was
intended for using on costs involved in testing the water quality. The
council discussed whether this should be established or not. Mr. Herringer
was present in the audience and protested a fee. He could not agree that
it was the City's duty to examine the pools. The majority of the Council
agreed with this opinion. City Manager Watson pointed out the fact that the
Council passed the ordinance pools and had not stated any disagreement with
establishing a fee at that time. Mayor Nawrocki read the portion of the
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ordinance setting fortl~ the requirement. He fe]t it should only apply to
public pools. The council continued to discuss this. Motion by Norberg
to amend the title to read "Setting annual fee for operating permits
for pub] ic]y operated pools" No second on the motion. Motion by Land,
Second by Norberg to table further consideration of this resolution until
the next regular meeting. Roil Call - All Ayes It was pointed that this
resolution should be made applicable only to public pools.
Resolution #74-29 SETTING 1974 LIQUOR STORE EMPLOYEE SALARIES
Offered by Norberg, Second by Logacz Roll Call - All Ayes
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF lHE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, that the
following changes in salaries as ~egotiated be effective retroactive to Jan 1,
1974 for the Municipal Liquor Stores. (Hospitalization is for single coverage)
1. Liquor Store Manager to receive $13,3OO plus hospitalization. Assistant
Store Manager to receive $13,O00 plus hospitalization.
2. Regular Bartenders to receive $4.55 per hour plus hospital ization. Part-time
Bartenders to receive $4.35 per hour. New experienced Bartenders to be paid
25¢ per hour under scale for a 30 day probationary period. Bartender Trainees
to receive 25¢ per hour under scale for a six month probationary period.
3. Regular Waitresses to receive $3.00 per hour plus hospitalization, with
a $50.00 per year uniform allowance. Part-time Waitresses to receive
$2.80 per hour.
4. All three (3) regular Off-Sale Clerks to receive $3.80, plus hospitalization.
Senior Part-Time Clerk (Store #3) to receive $3.65 per hour. Senior Part-time
Clerk (Store #2) to receive $3.60 per hour. Part-time Off-sale Clerks to
receive $3.45 per hour. Off Sale Clerk Trainees to receive 10¢ per hour
under scale for a three month probationary period.
5. Regular Janitor to receive $8,424 per year plus hospital ization.
Part-time Janitors to receive $3.25 per hour. glass ¥1ashers to receive
$2.90 per hour. Part-time Custodians to receive $2.65 per hour.
6. All other frings benefits as set forth to remain in effect for 1974.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the foregoing changes be effective in accordance
with the schedule as listed herein for the calendar year 1974.
RESOLUTION ADJUSTING CERTAIN SALARIES
A request and recommendation was made for consideration of a salary adjustment
for the Publ ic Works Secretary-Vicky Maternowski- and Mr. Tim Yantos.
A lengthy discussion was held on this. Councilman Heintz was concerned about
adjusting Mr. Yantos' salary. He pointed out that his salary had also been
adjusted mid-year in 1973 and he was concerned that once salaries are set
for the year, they should remain as set. He further had disagreement on the title
of Health-Safety Coordinator. Mr. Heintz stated that this title has never
been established for Mr. Yantos and so should not be referred to as such
until it is established by the Council. Further discussion was held.
Mr. Watson read the resolution. Motion by Heintz, Second by .~awrocki to
delete Mr. Yanto's increase from the resolution until such time as a position
is firmly established. Roll Call -Heintz-Aye Logacz, Norberg, Land, Nawrocki-Nay
Motion was dei:eated. Motion by Norberg, Second by Heintz to remove the title
Health-Safety Coordinator from Mr. Yantos' position in the resolution. All Ayes
Motion by Heintz, Second by Norberg to table further consideration of this
resolution until the next regular Council meeting. Roll Call-Heintz,
Norberg, Nawrocki - Ayes , Logacz, Land - Nay Resolution was tab]ed.
June 24, 1974
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS STATE BANK
Prior to the regular council meeting an informal meeting was held with
representatives from the bank on the possibility of the City issuing
industrial revenue development bonds. Mayor Nawrocki indicated that the bank
representatives had presented a resolution for passage by the Council.
This resolution will be on the next Council agenda. It is a resolution
of intent and if adopted, would indicate that the Council is supportive
of the bank request for the City issuance of industrial revenue bonds. The
City attorney was instructed to research this item fully prior to the
next meeting.
CRIME PREVENTION OFFICERS MEETING
Motion by Land, Second by Heintz to authorize the expenses for Officer
Robert Jendro to attend the Crime Prevention Officers Meeting on July 8th
at Bemidji. Roll Call - All Ayes
Mayor Nawrocki asked about the patrolmen's conference up in northern Minnesota
later on in the year. Officer Marchiniak had spoken of it before. Mayor
Nawrocki requested further information on this item for the next Council
meeting.
NEW COPY MACHINE FOR PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
City Manager Watson indicated that further price quotations would be
needed before he could recommend the authorization of any purchase of a
new copy machine. He indicated that the City Eningeer is checking into
this. Motion by Land, Second by Logacz to table request for purchase of
new copy machine for thepublic works department. Roll Call - All Ayes
EXTENSION OF CONTRACT OF OPTION ON CITY OWNED PROPERTY
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority requested an extension on the contract
for option issued to them. This is on the city owned land where the
senior citizen high rise is to be erected. Motion by Land, Second by
Logacz to authorize extension of contract of option on purchase of City
owned property until December 31 and the Mayor and City Manager be
authorized to enter into agreement for same. Roll Call - All Ayes
MOBILE OIL EASEMENT
City Manager Watson explained this request for authorization to negotiate
with Mobile Oil for easement, as a part of the urbanization of Central
Avenue. Motion by Land, Second by Heintz to authorize the City Manager
to negotiate with Mobile Oil for easement. Roll Call - All Ayes
This is for easements along 53rd Avenue and Central Avenue.
ASSESSMENT COURSE
City Assessor, Mildred Carlson, requested that Jerry Hedlund be allowed to
attend WEEK A in the line of assessment courses in preparation for the complete
line of courses. Motion by Logacz, Second by Land to authorize Jerry Hedlund
to attend WEEK A, August 19 thru 23, 1974 on assessment laws, history,
and procedure. Roll Call - All Ayes
June 24, 1974
CHANGE ORDER - TENNIS COURT HUSET PARK
A change order was received on the installation of the tennis court in
Huset Park. This change order would add 1200 sq. yds. paving ~" thick
(50c/sq. yd.) to the new construction. Motion by Land, Second by Heintz
to authorize $600 for the change order on the tennis court in Huset Park.
Roll Call - All Ayes
CHANGE ORDER - STREET PAVING - 39th AVENUE EAST OF CLEVELAND
The contractor on this job is H.&.S. Asphalt. This change order is for
new street construction on the above location. It involves lO00 sq. yd.
of bituminous surfacing at $2.00/sq. yd. Motion by Norberg, Second by
Logacz to authorize the necessary $2,000 on this change order to street
paving on 39th Avenue east of Cleveland street. Roll Cai] - All Ayes
LICENSES
Motion by Heintz, Second by Land that the licenses as listed be granted
upon payment of proper fees. Roll Ca]] - All Ayes
B & E Patrol
Kenneth Hentges was present in the audience and asked the question on what
the po] icy was on the dog catching contract. He reported that a relative
of his upon calling B & E Patrol was told to catch the dog in a fence and
then the dog catcher would come and get it. Mr. Hentges was concerned
that this should not be the case. Hr. Watson informed him that the B & E
Patrol encourages the person calling to get the dog or whatever animal
caught in a Fence so that the patrol is able to find it when they arrive.
He stated that they do not say this as the only way that they will come out
and check on the cai]. Discussion was held on the procedure followed when
a call is received at the switchboard. Mr. Watson stated that the call is
referred to the po] ice dispatcher. Switchboard operators and dispatchers
will be notified to insure that all understand the procedure on calls for
the B & E Patrol.
50th and UNIVERSITY AREA
Mayor Nawrocki asked about reports on the situation referred to the Poi ice
Department at the last council meeting on trouble in the area at 50th
and University. He was of the opinion that the Police Department did not
fu]]y respond to everything referred to them following the last meeting.
Pie asked for a review on this and report back.
ONE-WAY STREETS
Councilman Norberg brought up a brief discussion on the possibility of
making Washington Street and 7th Street into one-way streets between
40th and 42nd Avenue. He was particularly concerned about traffic during
church hours. Notion by Norberg, Second by Logacz to ask the Traffic
Commission to consider the possibility of making Washington and 7th Street
one-ways between 40th and 42nd Avenues. Roll Call - All ayes
June 24, 1974
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
Mr. Watson reported on having received a report from the Public Works
Director on the damages, particularly to trees, from the storm of the previous
week. He pointed out that it was mainly in a strip north and south from
University to 7th Street. Councilman Norberg asked whose responsibility
it is for removing the damaged trees. Mr. Watson stated that the City
handles trees on the boulevard and the private owner is responsible
for those on their own property. Mr. Watson further stated that the Street
Department is still working on clearing up the trees. The City Attorney
reported that it is the homeowner's responsibility when a boulevard tree
falls on a car, such as happened during the storm.
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR REPORTS
Mr. Gustafson reported to the Council that they had received one of the sweepers
that day and would be getting the other one the following day and that
they should be working by Thursday on the streets.
JACKSON POND
Councilman Heintz was concerned about a sanitary sewer back-up in the Jackson
Pond area. He was concerned how this could happen. Mr. Gustafson reported
that in this area there are illegal footing drains hooked to the sanitary
sewers which cause this problem. Councilman Heintz asked how water off
43rd Avenue could be directed into Jackson Pond. He stated that this
presents a problem during heavy rains. Mr. Gustafson reported on this.
Motion by Norberg, Second by Logacz to adjourn at 1:55 a.m. Roll Call All Ayes
Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor
Secreta~-~pro-tem to the Council