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Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 9, 1974
Meeting was called to order at 8:02 p.m. Roll Call-Logacz, Heintz, Norberg,
Land, Nawrocki - present
Motion by Heintz, Second by Norberg to name Margo Emerson Secretary
Pro-tem for the meeting. Roll Call-All Ayes
Invocation was given by Rev. David Parke of Shiloh Bethany Presbyterian
Church.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Mayor Nawrocki pointed out that costs had not been stated in the minutes
of the special assessment hearing on November 25, and it was decided
that this should be added. Motion by Heintz, Second by Norberg
to approve the minutes as presented in writing, with the addition
of cost breakdowns in the minutes of the hearing on November 25,
for the regular meeting on November 25, special hearing on November 25,
and special meeting of December 2, and the reading be dispensed
with. Roll Call--All Ayes
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Motion by Land, Second by Logacz that the list of bills be paid out
of their proper funds. Roll Call- All ayes
Councilman Norberg expressed his pleasure that the bill for Northwestern
Bell had been consolidated into one check rather than separate checks
for various locations of the City.
Famous Brands
Johnson Brs.Whsle Liq.
Minn. Distillers Inc.
Ed Phillips & Sons
Twin City Wine Co.
Wine Merchants Co.
Payroll Account
Lee Career Apparel
955.52
228.66
1,384.12
1,269.02
282.32
47.52
57,086.14
337.39
Val Bjornson State Treas.336.26
Val Bjornson "
Group Health Plan
Minn. Hospital Serv.
Mpls. Gas Co.
N.W.Bell Telephone
Marq. State Bank of
" 3,177.44
19.04
2,419.40
714.41
1,027.96
Columbia Heights 333,609.38
Inver Hills Com. Col. 57.00
Twin City Fed. S.&.L.
Johnson Wine Co..
Ed Phillips & Son Co.
Twin City Wine Co.
Twin City Fed. S.&.L.
Fawn Sales
Adelmann Engine Rebldrs.
Albinsons
American Linen Supply Co.
Doreen Anderson
Anoka County
Arsenal Sand & Gravel
Audio Electronics Inc.
Automotive Driw~ Line
Automotive Pain't Spec.
Douglas Bolles
Braun Engineering
50,000.00
312.55
457.27
107.43
50,000.00
69.70
348.58
41.55
68.84
33.63
77.60
702.60
45.46
101.06
100.53
6.00
496.62
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Capitol Sales Co.
City of Columbia Heighks
City of Col. Hts. Permit Dept.
City Wide Locksmithing
Coast to Coast
Col. Hgts. Pharmacy
Commissioner of Revenue
Commissioner of Revenue
Ralph Duray
Dunkley Surfacing Co.
Fidelity Bank & Trust
Company
First Natl. Bank of St.P.
Flaherty Equip Corp.
Fresco
Germundsens Contracting
Herle Glader
foodin Company
Graphic Service Inc.
Raymond Hebzynski
Royhl Hedblad
Mark Hickey
Industrial Supply Co.
Institutional Sales
Intl. Conf.of Bldg. Codes
Itasca Equip. Co.
Jeffrey Janacek
Donald Jolly
Jones Chemical
Keep Fill Products
K-Mart
Knapton Tire Co.
Knox
Lawco Company
Leef Bros. Inc.
Lowry Central Bowlers
Maintenance Experts
Hel's Van O Lite
Hetro Sewer Board
Hiller Davis Co.
Mincis
Mpls. Star & Tribune
~.~ls. Oxygen Co.
~pls. Spokesman
%~inn. Mining& Mfg. Co.
?4odern Service Inc.
Moore Business Forms
to. Am. Life & Cas. Co.
i~o. States Power Co.
No. States Power Co.
Northland Electric Sup.
O'Donnell's Cleaners
Dean Otterson
Gerald Roback
Rsgers
Eugene Salay
SU~ .
265.25
50.00
4.50
11.25
106.00
32.71
1,638.91
15.28
25.90
261.80
116,839 12
76,585 92
778 87
70 63
358 00
73 50
53 83
499.00
17.00
20.00
8.96
27.21
316.00
115.00
449.38
24.80
36.74
12.00
35.21
123.34
40.96
36 31
62 22
133 34
26 18
718 00
132 99
17,698 20
75 63
397.13
67.50
24.37
17.74
103.26
16,941.05
46.09
194.40
2,275.13
26.45
420.80
7.50
119.50
5.00
145.48
160.~0
Gerald Seliski
Seortsmans Reloading
State Bldg. Inspector
Sun Newspaper
Sun NewsDaDer
Tasco Autometive
Tasco Avaiation Supply
Uniforms Unlimited
U.S.Pestmaster
Vaughn's Inc.
Viking Chevrelet
Wagner Lame Inc.
Wahl & Wahl Inc.
Warden's GTC Auto Parts
Waste Hanagement of Minn.
Malcelm O. Watson
Welle Auto Supply
W.W.Generater Rbldrs.
Xerox Cerp.
Zack's
Zip-Penn Inc.
Henry Zeug
Rebert Diedrich
Awards Inc.
Emerg. Physic. Assec. &
James Furhmann
Linda Hansen
Leslie Paper
Ne. Sub. Ped. Clinic &
James Fuhrmann
Richard Petkeff
Sun Newspapers
Unity Hesp.& James
Furhmann
American Linen Supply
Anoka Co. Compr. Health
Bronner Exterm. Co.
Cash Register Sales
Coca Cola Bottling
Cemm. of Taxation
20.{5
Serv. 14.50
194.72
16.20
650.88
305.80
14.55
64.80
40.00
40.65
7.61
23 29
42 05
44 71
10 00
97 50
29 75
8.15
356.40
192.50
97.23
170.50
585.00
5.30
18.75
114.00
59.30
10.00
50.00
8.45
68.00
116.76
30.00
12.00
37.10
221.45
4,095.23
Distillers
Doherty Dist. Co.!nc.
Eberhard Candy & Tob.
Heights Electric Inc.
C.V.Hewit5
Jimbo's
McKesson Liquor Co.
Merrill Chapman Co.
Midwest Wine Co.
Petty Cash - Liquor
Pohle Sales Inc.
Joe Rak
Rex Distributing Co.
John Roach
Ron's Ice
Seven Ue Bettling Ce.
Distributing3,025.26
1,285.80
283.95
21 56
13 25
212 70
2,018 20
47 20
578 44
108.03
2,055.05
18.00
2,411.03
18.72
51.40
499.65
Dec. 9, 1974
Solon Office Equip. 18.00
South Side Distrib. 50.40
Sunderland Inc. 157.40
3 M Co. 274.17
Thompson Trane A/C 60.12
Twin City Filter Serv. 3.30
Hi Mount Inc.
Kuether Distrib.
Henn. Co. Public W.
Wilcox Paper Co.
Olson Plumbing
1,836.86
3,499.60
2.998.57
390.04
1,820.70
$776,283.52
CERTIFICATE AND PROCLAMATION OF APPRECIATION TO TEMPLE NYGAARD
Mayor Nawrocki read the following proclamation, and presented a
Certificate of Appreciation to Temple Nygaard, thanking her for
her service.
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights has had the efficient,
conscientious service of Mrs. Temple Nygaard for the past 23½ years,
working most effectively in several departments of the City including,
but not limited to, public utility accounting, licenses and permits,
planning and zoning secretarial duties including reasearch associated
therewith, and as Secretary to the City Manager, and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Nygaard has an extensive knowledge of the history of
our community and many of its residents and has utilized such knowledge
in effectively dealing with the public in a most helpful manner fulfilling
the concept of service to our citizens,
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor of the City of Columbia
Heights do hereby take this means of expressing the gratitude of the
City Council and the citizens of our community to Mrs. Temple Nygaard
for her efforts extended throughout these many years on behalf of
our community as she retires from municipal service.
BIDS ON BOOM TRUCK
City Manager, Malcolm Watson, explained the bids which had been
opened on a used boom truck. Only one bid had been received, but
a letter received from the Street Superintendent indicated that
specifications had been sent to numerous companies. Mayor Nawrocki
questioned the City Attorney on whether there was any problem in
awarding a bid to one bidder, and Mr. Kal ina stated that there was
not. Mr. Watson explained the use of the boom truck on tree trimming.
Councilman Norberg questioned why no other companies had bid. Mr.
Gustafson indicated that the other companies had wanted to ibid new
equipment rather than used. He indicated also that this is a
specialty piece of equipment and not readily available. Councilman
Logacz questioned whether the equipment bid had been examined and if
it was in good shape. Mr. Gustafson indicated that it had been looked
at and is in very good condition.
Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Heintz to award bid on a used boom
truck to United Tree Service for a 1968 GMC Two ton Chassis Lift
Unit at a total cost of $9,850.00 and the Mayor and City Manager be
authorized to enter into contract for same. Roll Call-Logacz, Heintz,
Land, Nawrocki - Aye Norberg - abstain
Further discussion was held. Councilman Norberg questioned whether
renting of the equipment had been examined. Mr. Gustafson reported
December 9, 1974
that it had. He reported that Fridley had recently purchased a unit,
and that they had to make many modifications in the equipment to meet
their needs. He pointed out that the City of Columbia Heights was
lucky to find a used truck that needed no modifications.
Mayor Nawrocki also discussed this. He indicated that he had
a friend of his look over the equipment from United Tree Service
and was told that it is a good piece of equipment and that it is
a specialty unit and the City is lucky to have found one at this cost.
CITY SHOP IMPROVEMENTS
Mr. Watson reported on the bids received on various City shop improvements.
Bids on the paint booth came in from Modern Heating at $25,650 and
Gopher Electric at $31,867. Bids on the sign shop were from D.W.
Harstad Company for $5,599.00, and Nedegaard Construction at $4,640.00.
Bids on the interior lighting, outlets, and outside lighting were
from Total Electric at $6,390, Gopher Electric at $5,551 .00,
Lehn Electric at $4,668.00 and Nedegaard at $5,750.
A brief discussion was held on the difference in the specifications
the first time it was advertised, and rejected, and the second time.
Discussion was held on the paint booth in particular.
Questions w~re raised as to what would be done in the paint booth.
Mr. Gustafson explained that painting of the equipment could be done
to meet OSHA standards. It would enable painting what the Park
Department must now do with a brush. He informed the Council that
painting of certain equipment could add two or three years to the life
of it.
Mr. Gustafson further explained the bids by pointing out that the sign
shop would give more storage for signs and paint. The added electrical
work would give better lighting in the shop area for the
mechanics in particular. He also informed the Council that other
communities have indicated that they would be interested in using the
paint booth.
Motion by Norberg, Second by Land that the bids on shop improvements
be awarded as follows, based on low bid, and the Mayor and City
Manager be authorized to enter into contract for same. Roll Call - All Ayes
Bid A (paint booth) to Modern Heating for $25,650.00
Bid B (sign shop) to Nedegaard Construction for $4,640.00
Bid C (electrical work) to Lehn Electric for $4,668.00.
December 9, 1974
STREET NAME SIGN HARDWARE
Mr. Watson reported that four informal bids had been received for
extruded aluminum blades and mounting hardware for the 1974 Street Name
Sign Program, with the low bid being from Hall Signs, Inc. in an amount
of $889.32. The other bids received were from Lyle Signs for $1,084.92,
Gopher Stamp and Die Company for $1,190.00 and Donnell Company for
$1,235.48. Motion by Land, Seconded by Heintz that the bid for street
name sign hardware be awarded to Hall Signs, Inc. for $889.32, based
on low bid, and that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to enter
into contract for same. Roll Call-All Ayes
ADVERTISE FOR DUMP TRUCK
Mr. Watson reported on a request to advertise for a replacement dump
truck in the Public Works Department. A brief discussion was held.
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz that the City Manager be authorized
to advertise for bids on a replacement dump truck to be opened at 2:00 p.m.
on January 6 with a report to the Council at the special Council meeting of that
evening. Roll Call-All Ayes
3801 CALIFORNIA STREET
Several residents from the area around 38th Avenue and Main Street were
present at the meeting to discuss a proposed sale of the unfinished
building and City property at 3801 California Street. Mr. Watson began
the discussion by reporting on an informal meeting which had been held
the previous Saturday, December 7, between the neighbors around
3801 California Street and proposed buyers of the property.
He reported on the plans of Mr. Ron Holum of Ron's Ice House for usage
of the building. Mr. Watson also reported to the Council that another
proposal had been received from Mr. John Commers of Commers Soft
Water Company, Inc. for the building, and that Mr. Commers had been
present at the informal meeting to explain his proposal to the citizens.
Mr. Watson also reported on what response had been received from the
residents of the area. He informed the Council that the citizens had
indicated that they only wish to have the building torn down, and no
industry be allowed to go into it.
Following Mr. Watson's report, Councilman Heintz indicated that he was
in favor of having the building demolished, and suggested that the rest
of the council indicate their feelings. He pointed out that a decision
on whether to demolish, or to sell the building, must be made before
any discussion is held on the two proposals.
Following these remarks, each of the Councilmen expressed their
opinions. Mayor Nawrocki began by pointing out that consideration of
what should be done with the property had been held and discussed in
great detail in the past, and that a compromise had been reached previously
with the citizens with the decision being made that this particular
December 9, 1974
property would remain industrial.
Councilman Logacz agreed that to date there has been considerable opposition
received from the neighbors of the property, but he indicated his feeling
that development of the property should be encouraged.
Councilman Land agreed with the Mayor, stating that long discussions
had been held in the past, and the decision made that this property
would be industrial, and he did not believe that the Council
should change this previous decision.
Councilman Norberg indicated that at the time the previous decision
had been made, by ordinance, he had been in agreement with it. Now,
he indicated that he felt that it made sense for the whole area to become
park, but to honor the agreement, the land zoned industrial should be replaced
in kind elsewhere.
Councilman Logacz pointed out that in the past, discussions always had
centered around what would be the best use of the property. He indicated
that the Council had considered proposals from many buyers, but they had
been rejected until a proposal which would be compatible with the neighborhood
came in. He stated that this was the first time that the neighbors
]lad indicated that they did not want any kind of industry going in, but
just wanted the building torn down and park land be designated.
A discussion was held on these statements. Mayor Nawrocki agreed that
the citizens had not previously indicated that the did not want any
development other than park made of this property.
The discussion turned to the ordinance which had been passed designating
which land would be park and which would be industry, and the history
of what has taken place in this area was reviewed.
Councilman Heintz indicated that at the time the area had been divided
into park lands and industry, no one had any idea of how greatly the park
would be developed. He pointed out the work that had gone into developing
the park, especially on the part of the citizens of the area, and how it
had turned out beyond any expectations. He felt that this should be
considered by the Council in any decision on what would be done with
3801 Ca] ifornia Street.
A discussion was held on how many votes it would take to sell the property.
The attorney indicated tht it would take only three votes, as it is merely
the passage of an ordinance. The Council was polled and each stated
whether or not they were in favor of selling the property.
Councilman Land, and Councilman Logacz, along with Mayor Nawrocki
indicated that they wan£ed to sell the property. Councilmen Heintz and
Norberg were against the sale.
At this point the discussion turned to the two proposals from Ron Holum
of Ron's Ice House, and John Commers of Commers Soft Water.
Mr. Watson explained the proposal from Mr. Holum, showing on the blackboard
what he would plan. Mr. Commers stated what he would plan for the
building. Discussion was held on the possibility of rezoning the property
to a lesser designation than industrial, so that inthe future, no other
industry could go in.
December 9, 1974
RECESS was called, at 10:l0 P.M.
Meeting reconvened at 10:30 P.M.
Following the recess, Mayor Nawrocki indicated that a special meeting
should be called to consider the proposals, as more information would
be needed before any action could be taken. He asked that the bidders
re-submit their bids and include items in their proposals such as
screening and landscaping which would be done, the actual use of the building,
parking, and the amount offered for the property.
He also indicated that the bidders should state whether there would be a
possibility of deeding the West portion of Lot 18 to the City (next
to the park).
Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Logacz that further discussion on the
proposed sale of 3801 California Street be tabled until a special
meeting on Monday, December 16, 1974 at 7:00 p.m. Roll Call-All Ayes
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT - JOYCE NOYES 4743 Chatham Road
Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Heintz to grant request for Mrs. Joyce
Noyes to operate a craft shop within her home at 4743 Chatha:m Road
as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Roll Call-
All Ayes
Mayor Nawrocki informed Mrs. Noyes that should any problems arise from
the Home Occupation Permit, if the neighbors should find rea~son to
complain, then the Council may retract their approval.
RESOLUTION #74-60 AMENDING DOG LICENSE FEE FOR 1975
A brief discussion was held on the dog and cat license fees which
had been passed earlier in the year. Martha Nelson, a resident from
the area with an active interest in domestic animal control, was
present to report on her ideas on proper license fees. City Manager
Watson reported on license fees charged in other municipalities.
Discussion was held on the difference between charges for dogs and for
cats. Resolution //74-60 Offered by Norberg, Seconded by Land
Roll Call-Logacz, Heintz, Norberg, Land-Ayes Nawrocki-abstain (the Mayor
stated that he felt the license for the cats wastoo high and should be
lower than for dogs.)
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
that the dog license fee for 1975 as set forth in Resolution #74-51
passed November 12, t974 be amended as follows:
Canine and Feline License fee for all neutered male and spayed
female animals $3.00
Canine and Feline License fee for all un-neutered male animals
$8.00
Canine and Feline License fee for all un-spayed female animals
$8.00
December 9, 1974
SUBDIVISION REQUEST - EDYTHE MOOTZ 1108-45th Avenue N.E.
A subdivision request was received to divide the back of h~r lot at
l l08-/~Sth Avenue which Faces /~4.~, Avenue into two lots 52.~ Feet long.
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to grant subdivision request with the
special assessments to be divided against the benefitted properties.
Roll Cai 1-All Ayes
ORDINANCE ~Y828 REGARDING ELECIRIC RATES FRANCHISE
A lengthy discussion was held on the proposed Franchise ordinance for
Northern States Power. Mr. John Ranck was present from N.S.P. to discuss
· the ordinance with the Council. N,S.P. had requested Chat certain changes
be made in the ordinance and these changes were discussed at great length.
Attorney Kal ina discussed changes which he had made in the ordinance,
along with those requested by N.S.P. Councilman Norberg expressed displeasure
aL some of the changes re, adc. tie polluted out the fact that the Suburban
Rate Authority had .s~ressed that the only changes which should be al lowed
were those that were necessary to conform to City Charter. MOtion by
Heintz, Seconded by Land to table the second reading of Ordinance /828
until tt',~ firsL regular meeting in January. Roll Call:Logacz, Heintz,
Land, Nawrocki -Ayes Norberg-Nay
In the meantime, the changes will b~ investigal:ed by the two attorneys,
For the City and for N.S.P.
CASH REGISTERS FOR ON-SALE LIQUOR STORE
Mr. Watson reported on the receipt of informal bids For cash registers
in the on-sale liquor store. Some of these registers were on hand for the
Council to examine. Mr. Watson pointed out that these registers would
replace the three obsolete machines presently in use in the store.
The Council looked over the machines on display and discussed the various
features of each of Lhe machines. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz
that the bid on cash registers for the on-sale liquor store be awarded to
Cash Register Sales for a TEC mode] cash register at $80].25 each, based
on Iowesc informal competitive proposal. Roll Cal]-Logacz, Heintz,
Land, Nawrock i -Ayes Norberg-Nay
RESOLUTION ~74-56 CIVIL DEFENSE TRANSFER
Mr. Watson discussed the need for a transfer within the Civil Defense Fund
for 1975 to cover additional costs For the radio maintenance. He pointed
out that these cosLs have ris(:n about double since the budget estimates
made in ,July. Councilman Norberg asked if it would be possible to
ever trust a maintenance bid again. Mi-. Watson poin[ed out that the ra~es
have ren~ained the same since 1963, and this is the first raise since that
time. Resolution #74-56 Offered by Land, Seconded by Heintz Roll Call-
A1 ] Ayes
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
that the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed r_o make the
following transfer in the Civil Defens~ Fund for 1975:
$],600 from Capital Outlay (/209./~]50.l~60) to Contractural Maintenance
(z~'209-~150.112~)
~)ecember 9, 1974
RESOLUTION #74-57 STATING INTENT TO PARTICIPATE IN COOPERATIVE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT FUNDING
A discussion was held on who should be designated as the City representative
to the Steering Committee for Funding for the Housing and Community Development
Act of 1974. Councilman Norberg expressed his opinion that Housing
Director, Dean Otterson, is already overloaded with work and should not be
responsible for this committee. It was pointed out that Mr. Otterson
has been active with the formation of the committee and so should continue
with this as he is the most knowledgeable in this area of funding.
Resolution #74-57 offered by Logacz, Seconded by Land Roll Call.-All Ayes
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, THAT
WHEREAS, the recently' enacted Federal Housing and Community Dew~lopment
Act of 1974 at Section 570.104, Subd. (c) provides a limited amount of
discretionary funds for activities proposed by qualifying units of general
purpose local government which the Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) agrees to fund, and
WHEREAS, the total available funds are expected to be not more 'than 1.4
million for Fiscal Year 1975 and 5.1 million for Fiscal Year 19'76, and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights, together with approximately
190 other governmental units within the Metropolitan Area is eligible to
make application for such funds;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1. The City of Columbia Heights hereby expresses its desire and intent to
participate through the HCD AD HOC Steering Committee, together with
other eligible governmental units within the Metropolitan Area, in the
formulation of tentative alternative Section 507.104, Subd. (e) funds
allocation, prioritization and distribution procedures which
could ultimately be used in connection with such fund distribution in the
Metropolitan Area.
o
The City of Columbia Heights directs the City Planner to act as its
designated representative to this Committee and to HUD for purposes
of expression of the City of Columbia Heights' position and intent with
regard to the above matter.
o
The City of Columbia Heights understands that this Resoluti.on does not
constitute an acceptance or endorsement of any specific recommendation (s)
of the HCD Steering Committee concerning the above but agrees to give
further official consideration to any recommendation formulated by
such Committee arid endorsed by the designated representatives of
participating communities.
December 9, 197L~
RESOLUTION A!JTHORIZING TRANSFERS FROM REVENUE SHARING TO PARK DEVELOPMENT
A lengthy discussion was held on the ~eed For transfers from Revenue
Sharing to cover an overexpenditure in the Park Development Fund. Mayor
NawrockF expressed concern over why there is an ow~rexpenditure in this
fund, arid requested that City Manager, Malcolm Watson, seek further explanation
as to the causes. Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Heintz to table consideration
of this resolution for transfers untll the next regular meeting pending
further infcrmation. Roll Call-Alt Ayes
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION REQUEST
Councilman Norberg reported on a request from the Human Rights Commission
for Council support of their plans to explore needs of the handicapped
wi~_hin Columbia Heights. Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Heintz to authorize
the Human Rights Commission to explore the needs of the handicapped
within the comm~JniLy. Roll Call-All Ayes
RESOLUTION ~,~/~-58 FOR MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF fJIGHWAYS AGENCY CONTRACT
A brief discussion was held on this resolution which would authorize
the Highway Commissioner to act as the City's agent in respect to federally
funded projects in the City of Columbia Heights. Mayor Nawrocki had questions
on the Highways within the City, and Federal aid. Councilman Norberg
expressed his opinion that this resolution and what it involves was not
explained to his complete satisfaction. Reso]ution #7L~-~-~$ Offered by Land,
Seconded by Heintz Roll Call-Logacz, Heintz, Land, Nawrocki-Ayes
Norberg-Nay
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
that pursuant to Section 161.~6, Subdivision I through 6, Minnesota
Statutes, the Commissioner of Highways be appointed as a;_!ent of the City of
Columbia Heights to let as its agent, contract for the construction of portions
of Municipal Streets, for the year 1~q75, and the Mayor and the City Manager
are hereby authorized and directed for and on behalf of the City Council
to execute and enter into a contract with the Commissioner of Highways
prescribing the terms andconditions of such contracts in the Form as set
forth and contained in"Minnesota Department of Highv,,ays Agency Contract
Form No. ~O77L~'' a copy' of which said form was before the Council, assuming
on behalf of the City a]l of the contractual obliqations therein contained.
December 9, 1974
RESOLUTION #74-59 APPROVING AGREEMENT FOR ANNUAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FROM
THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS
Mr. Watson explained that this is an annual resolution which authorizes
the City Engineer to request engineering and technical services from
the Highway Department Offered by Land, Seconded by Norberg Roll Call-All Ayes
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIIA HEIGHTS,
that pursuant to statutory authority, the City Engineer for and on behalf
of the City of Couumbia Heights is hereby authorized to request and obtain
from the Minnesota Department of Highways, needed engineering and technical
services during the year of 1975; for which payment will be made by the
City of Columbia Heights upon receipt of verified claims from the
Commissioner of Highways.
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT RENEWALS FOR 1975
Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Heintz that the following list of Home
Occupation Permit renewals be approved as recommended by the Planning and
Zoning Commission, upon payment of proper fees. Roll Call-All Ayes
1
2
3
4
5
6
7.
Margaret J. Ubl
Richard DeLong
Wallace Boerger
Chet Janas
Lowell E. Brown
T.C. Dwyer
Stanley B. Knaus
3715 Johnson Street N.E.
640 45th Avenue N.E.
4409 VanBuren Street N.E.
4219 Monroe St. N.E.
3943 Tyler Street
1325 43rd Avenue N.E.
3709 2-~ Street N.E.
Beauty Shop
Repair T.V. and Radios
Direct Mail Service
Photo Studio
Make Ornamental Iron Rails
Mail Order Business
Do light auto repairs
STOP SIGN PLACEMENT AT THE INTERSECTION OF 4th Street and 48th Avenue
Motion by Land, Seconded by Logacz that STOP signs be placed on 4th Street
at 48th Avenue stopping north and south bound traffic, as recommended by
the Traffic Commission. Roll Call-All Ayes
ADDITIONAL SIGNS ON 44th AVENUE
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Land that "Except Saturday and Sunday'~ be
added to the existing "No Parking from 6-9 A.M. and 3-6 P.M." signs on
44th Avenue, based on recommendation of the Traffic Commission. Roll Call-
Logacz, Heintz, Land, Nawrocki-Ayes NOrberg-Nay
PURCHASE OF METER READER CAR
Mr. Watson rexplained the need for a different car for themeter reader.
He explained the condition of the present car used by the mter reader
which is a 1956 Chevrolet, which is difficult to keep in safe operating
condition. He was asked whether there weren't any old police cars
available for use by the meter reader. Mr. Watson .explained that
all the present cars are already assigned to other departments. Further
discussion was held. Councilmen Norberg and Heintz expressed their
uncertainty as to the need for another car, as they felt that there are
already enough vehicles available that the meter reader could use. Mr.
Gustafson explained the need for a small car, because the car idles much
of the time, and it should be a car that takes less gas. Motion by Land,
December 9, 1974
Seconded by Logacz that the request be granted for the purchase of a
compact two door sedan through the Hennepin County purchasing to be used
by the meter reader, in an amount of $3,200. Roll Call-Logacz, Land,
Nawrocki-Ayes Heintz, Norberg-Nays Motion carried.
Mayor Nawrocki stated that perhaps an inventory should be taken on the present
equipment available in the various departments.
SUBDIVISION REQUEST-JOHN BEHUN 1i29-43rd Avenue
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Land to grant subdivision request to John
Behun to divide his property facing 43rd Avenue and 43~ Avenue into
two parcels. .%1t Call~all ayes Mr. Watson informed the Council that
there are no special assessments against these properties.
PURCHASE OF SEWER CLEANING MATERIALS UNDER THE 1974 CONTRACT
Mr. Watsor, explained to the Council that the last e. xtension on a 1971
contracE with Oxford Chemical Company had beer, made in 197~, and
that at this time, rather than enter ir, to a new contract, it would be
desirable to purchase additional materials under the 1974 e×tended contract
at the same rates. Motion by Land, Seconded by Logacz to authorize expenditures
for purchase of additional sewer cleaning material under tile ]974 contract
with Oxfor~ Chemicals at a total cost of S2,O$0.05.
Roll Ca'Il-All Ayes
NATIONAl_ LEAGUE OF CITIES TRIP
Mayor Nawrocki spoke briefly on a trip to Russia which is to be sponsored,
and partially Funded, by the National League of Cities. He indicated his
desire to go on this trip. He informed the Council that it would be in
February. Motion by Latld, Seconded by Logacz to grant request for members
of the Council to go on the trip to Russia, at a cost of $350 per person,
with the nxanies to con~ from the unallocated general fund. Roll Ca]l-Logacz,
Heintz, Land, Nawrocki-Ayes Nnrberg-Nay Mayor Nawrocki indicated
that the. $350 pays for half of the expenses of the trip.
LICENSES
Motion by Land, Seconded by Heintz that the license applications as listed
be approved upon payment of proper fees. Roll Call-All Ayes
GRAIN TRUCKS AT CARGILL
Councilnan Heintz spoke on the problem of grain trucks dumping at Cargill,
and the doors are left open, creating a nuisance. He indicated that the
Pollution Control Agency should come and observe ti~is procedure to determine
if it is in violation of regulations. Councilman Norber.q also mentioned
that he has noticed thie procedure as well.
OLD BUSINESS
Councilman Norberg informed the Council that the Village of Hilltop still
has a light blazing from the shopping center or~ 45th, which creates
a nuisance to motorists trave]inq or, /~qth He asked that it be checked
into, and that Hilltop be asked to take care of it.
December 9, 1974
NEW RADAR SYSTEM
MR. Watson informed the Council that the Police Chief had requested that
they set aside a time for a demonstration of the MR-7 radar, at their
convenience . It was decided to have this demonstration given on Saturday
morning, December 14, sometime between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
Mr. Watson reminded the Council of a general membership meeting of the
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities on Thursday, December 12,
at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Louis Park Recreation Center.
He also reminded the council of an informal meeting to be held on
Tuesday, December 10, with Mr. Cox from the League office.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
Mr. Kal ina reported that the dogs in the 44th and Monroe Street area that
have been creating a nuisance in the neighborhood are being sent to Texas,so
the problems should be eliminated.
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR REPORTS
Mr. Gustafson reported that a fire alarm system will be installed in the
shop at a cost of around $500.
He also reported on a request from the Water and Sewer Superintendent ,
Donald Jolly, for authorization to purchase a frost and pavement breaker
with compactor accessory mounted on a used backhoe. Mr. Gustafson informed
the Council that there ~lad been a water main break over the previous
weekend, and a frost breaker had been needed, but none was available, so the
repairs had to wait until Monday when one was available for rental, He
explained the needs for this equipment. Motion by Norberg to deny request
died for lack of a second. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logac:_, that the
City Manager be authorized to advertise for a frost and pavement breaker
with th.e bids to be opened Thursday January 23 at 2:00 p.m. Roll Call-
Logacz, Heintz, Land, Nawrocki-Ayes Norberg-Nay Mr. Norberg cited Mr. Gustafson's
estimate that the breaker would have been used only three times last year as reason
for his vote of Nay.
NEW BUSINESS
A letter has been received from the City of Fridley asking for iinput on plans
for the development of the North Park Nature Center. Mayor Nawrocki
indicated that the City Manager should contact Fridley and ask for more
information on exactly what they are looking for in the way of input.
Councilman Heintz indicated that he would bring the matter to the Park Board.
December 9, 1974
N.S.P.
Mayor Nawrocki asked if a response had been receiw~d regarding how the City
n'~y have control over the shut offs done by N.S.P. in the City for non-payment
of bills. ~ response had been received from N.S.P. but the Mayor asked
that further inforn~ation be sought from other sources.
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to adjourn at 1:55 A.M. All Ayes
Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor
Secretary ~!r[D-tem to the Council