HomeMy WebLinkAboutDec 23, 1974Official Proceedings
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 23, 1974
Meeting was called to order at 8:04 p.m. Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz,
Land, Norberg, Nawrocki-present
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg toname Margo Emerson Secretary
for the meeting. Roll Call-All Ayes
Invocation was given by City Manager, Malcolm O. Watson.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Councilman Norberg noted corrections, additions, to be made to statements
he had made at the last regular meeting. Secretary Pro-tern, Margo
Emerson, also noted certain corrections to be made in typing errors,
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz that the minutes of the regular
meeting of December 9 be approved as presented in writing with the
corrections as noted, and the reading be dispensed with.
Roll Call-All Ayes
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Councilman Norberg noted two bills for the library which should be
withheld as there is question on these bills. ONe was for carpeting
in the library, where there is a discrepancy between the number of
yards actually put in, and the number of yards actually authorized.
The other bill was for books to be delivered in the future at the
library, and Councilman Norberg questioned this as well.
Motion by Land, Seconded by Heintz that the bills as listed, with the
removal of Check No. 11512 to Weiss-Carlson Carpet Co in an amount
of $383.80, and Check No. 11379 to R.R. Bowker in an amount of $83.21;
be paid out of their proper funds.
Payroll Account
Griggs, Cooper and Co.
Johnson Bros. Whsle. Liq.
Old Peoria Co. Inc.
Ed Phillips & Sons Co.
Prior Wine Co.
Twin City Wine Co.
United Tree Service
Douglas T. Ficocello
Val Bjornson
Val Bjornson
Minn. Dept.of Pub. Saf.
Minn. Dept. of Pub. Safety
Petty Cash Fund -Adm.
Walter S. Logacz
Bruce G. Nawrocki
E. I'Sebe" Heintz
Famous Bran~ls, Inc.
62,738.77
1,530.13
312.94
3,347.99
8,116.36
266.34
311.58
9,85O. O0
176.85
3,216.90
299.02
5O. 75
2.25
49.87
35O.OO
35O.OO
35O .00
1,623.78
Griggs, Cooper & Co.
Johnson Bros. Whsle. Liq.
Johnson Wine Company
Old Peoria Co
Ed Phillips and Sons
Prior Wine Company
Twin City Wine Co.
Wine Merchants Co.
Delivery Management Serv.
East Side Beverage Co.
Ganzer Distributors, Inc.
Gold Medal Beverage Co.
G lenwood I nglewood
Home Juice Co.
Jordan Floor Covering
Merrill Chapman Co.
Minn. Form Printing
Muska Electric
$854.12
976.41
1 ,324.54
1,847.98
5 73.79
47.00
200.36
238. l l
224.43
12,012.45
2,294.30
827.35
31.00
129.16
1,187.77
3O .9O
97.5O
77.46
Pepsi Cola Bottl lng $67.35
Signcrafters Outdoor Display 152.40
Thompson Trane Air Condition. 104.49
Anoka County Library 44.00
Better Homes and Gardens 6.62
Bookmen, Inc. 58.86
B ro-Dart, Inc. 82.27
Campbell and Hall 150.64
Demco 154.40
Doubleday & Company Inc. 262.05
Elliot Film Co. 19.77
Ese California 6.81
Fortune Magazine 24.00
Gaylord Bros. Inc. 10.60
General Learning Corp. 8.60
Gestetner Corp. 332.16
Harper and Row Publishers 52.05
Josten's 854.96
The Kirkus Service 68.00
Lundblad's Bindery, Inc. 43.60
Mc Greggor Magazine 2.25
Merit Badge Co. 15.00
Mpls. Public Library 110.00
State of Minn. Document Section 5.00
Nat'l Directory Service, Inc. 12.29
Nat'l Geographic Society 7.00
Nelson's Office Supply Stores 18.73
Outdoor Life Book Club 16.20
Petty Cash-Library 15.83
Quill Corporation 25.73
St. Paul Book and Stationary 46.00
Shoppers Charge 51.31
The H.W. Wilson Company 51.50
Wail Street Journal 38.00
A & A Hardware 82.94
Adair Advertising Spec. 181.70
American Linen Supply 11.22
Amsterdam Printing & Litho 80.13
Earl F. Andersen & Assoc. 208.84
Anoka County Treasurer 1,935.24
APSI 3] .94
Artistic Screening 90.00
B & E Patrol 350.00
George F. Brown 187.00
Cargill Salt 1,041.61
Mildred V. Carlson 85.50
Cash Register Sales, Inc. 333.00
Central Chrysler Plymouth 14.90
Chapin Publishing 23.36
Col. Hgts. Chamb. of Commerce 200.00
Col. Hgts. Police Relief Asso 31,138.29
Col. Hgts. Fi re Relief Assoc. 19,878.92
Coca-Cola Bottling 79.70
Col. Hgts. Fi re Department 1,052.50
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Col. Hgts. Police Petty Cash 31.92
Col. Hgts. Water Dept. 1,128.80
Data Dispatch, Inc. 18.00
Day-Ti me rs 71.53
Dunkley Surfacing Co. 18.70
Fi reside Office Supply 206.43
Firestone Stores 446.04
Fridley Office Supply 275.73
Robert Fri is 36.69
The Fullwell Motor Products 95.76
Genuine Parts Company 1,005.02
Glenwood Inglewood 47.30
Goodin Company 341.82
W. W. Grainger 22.22
Grant Battery Sales ]1.29
Gross Industrial Services 14.40
Hagen Sales, Inc. 1,'390.00
D. W. Harstad Co. Inc. 25.00
Hayden -Murphy Equip. Co. ]87.00
Royhl Hedb lad 10.00
Jerry Hedl und 34.66
Heights Auto Wash 73.50
House r Corporation :202.50
Arden Hovland 46.50
Int'l City Mgmt. Assoc. 105.00
Int'l. Assoc. of Chiefs of 15.00
Po l i ce
Jeffrey Janecek 24.55
Leslie R. Johnson 24.74
Ronald Kal ina 1,333.37
Koch Refining Company 652.68
Ivan Kohl 8.06
Lampert Building Center 17.46
Lowry Lumber Company 71.43
Machine Tool Supply Inc. 28.21
Mil ] ]pore Corp. :]42.32
Mi]sco Engineering 377.98
The New Minar Ford 27.00
Miner-McAlpin Agency 3,086.00
Mp]s. City Treasurer 16,056.40
Mpls. Equipment Company 3]2.24
Mpis. Gas Company 1,792.96
Minn. Recr.&Park Assoc, Inc. 30.00
Modern Service Inc. ],000.00
Mol ]ne Printing L~80.O0
Nat'l Cash Register Sales 47.04
Nat~1 Safety Council 2.40
Bruce G. Nawrocki 51.40
No. States Power Company 2,670.95
Northwest Fibr. Glass Supply 37.00
N.W. Bell Telephone Co. 45.00
Chas. Olson & Sons 56.25
Olson's Plumbing 925.45
Oxford Chemicals 196.68
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Payroll Account
Parker Publishing Comp.
Sears Roebuck & Co.
The Sherwin-Williams Co.
Shoppers City
Standard Spring Co.
$58,883.97
8.92
40.51
6.25
47.89
22.26
State Treas. Minn. Crime Watch 32.00
Sun Newspapers
Superior Products
Tasco Automotive
Terrace Auto Supply Co.
Texgas Corp.
Twin City Filter Service
Uniforms Unlimited, Inc.
Viking Industrial Center
Wallace Supply Co.
Warden's GTC Auto Parts
W.W. Generator Rebldr's
Water Products Co.
Xerox Corp.
Awards, Inc.
City Wide Locksmithing
Leslie Paper
Ovshak Printing
Target Stores Inc.
Fawn Sales Inc.
Tom Fellegy
Graves Interiors
Jiffy Jr. Products
Josten's Library Supplies
Electric Service Co.
TOTAL BILLS
225.52
432. O0
313.93
13.00
328.30
6.60
169.67
27.00
12.88
25.84
22.95
305.92
737.16
5.91
5.OO
9.18
25.5O
33.51
23.00
1,405.00
175.00
31.68
265.55
791. O0
275,901.71
PRESENTATION BY THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Mr. Tom Sherohman, Chairman of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority,
and Mr. Dean Otterson, Executive Director, were at the meeting to present
the City Council with the model of the Senior Citizen High Rise building,
stating that this presentation of the model to the City Council is symbolic
of the High Rise building, which the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
has presented to the City. Mayor Nawrocki accepted the model on behalf
of the Council, thanking the H.R.A. for this presentation.
A brief discussion was held on the progress of the high rise building
to date.
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AWARD OF BID ON WATER TOWER
Mayor Nawrocki reported that the bids onthe water tower had been discussed
at the special meeting of December 16. A discussion was held on the low
bid, from Chicago Bridge and Iron Works. Mr. Watson reported more fully
on this bid. He stated that completion time would be 310 days after
beginning work. He asked that the option which the company had
given of a SIO,O00 deduct if the demol ition of the existing water standpipe
is not done by them, be retained. Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Heintz
that the bid for the 250,000 Gallon Elevated Water Storage Tank be
awarded to Chicago Bridge and Iron Works for S193,700 and the Mayor and
City Manager be authorized to enter into contract for same; with the option
for removal of the old standpipe be retained and exercised at a later date.
Following the motion, Mayor Nawrocki asked several questions regarding the
tank. He questioned the status of the existing tank, with the following
description being supplied by Public Works Director, Earl Gustafson:
He described tests made on the o]d standpipe, which had resulted in the
discovery that interior rings of the tank are completely deteriorated.
It would have cost $50,000 to $60,000 for repairs, and Mr. Gustafson pointed
out that this tank would not meet the needs of the future. If the repairs
had been made, there would be no guarantee as to the number of years of
life the tank would have after the repairs.
Mayor Nawrocki also questioned the reason for the difference between the
]ow and high bidders on the new tower. He was concerned that the low
bidder may use less materials, resulting in poorer quality, in order
to bring the cost down. He wanted to be sure that the products of the
different companies had been seriously considered and evaluated to be
certain that no ]ess steel,to sacrifice quality, was utilized.
He asked for assurance that the design and materials would be thoroughly
checked out.
Mr. Gustafson stated that there is little design difference in the bids
by the different companies. He stated that before the tower would go in,
it would have to meet American Water Works Association standards.
He informed the Mayor that a design of the tank will be received and
thoroughly examined, to be certain that all specifications were met.
Councilman Heintz asked what would happen if the design did not meet
the specifications, if there would be an obligation because of the award
of bid. Mr. Gustafson informed the Council that all specifications would
have to be met, as that is a part of the bid.
Councilman Norberg asked how the financing would be handled on the tower.
The City Manager explained that due to pre-payments on our Permanent
Improvement Revolving Fund the City has sufficient money for a short term
loan from that fund to finance the water tower with repayment to be made
within the next four to five years, before the monies are due
for bond repayment on the Permanent IMprovement Revolving Fund. He further
stated that the City would
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anticipate paying 6% interest on the money.
Councilman Heintz questioned if the tank would meet any future expansion
of need over and above what is presently needed. Mr. Gustafson stated
that this tank would meet any anticipated future expansion. He further
stated that unless the demand increased one-third (1/3) over what is
presently needed, there would be no need for more storage.
Further discussion was held on the design and operation of the
tower. Mr. Gustafson informed those present that the specifications
were performance specifications, and that the bidder is required to
meet American Water Works Association standards and specifications.
Councilman Norberg asked when the work would begin. Mr. Watson
informed him that the bidder had stated that they could begin
within ten days. Mr. Gustafson informed the Council that the foundation
for the new tank will be constructed by a local contractor.
ROLL CALL on motion to award bid to Chicago Bridge and Iron - ALL AYES
LEGAL PUBLICATIONS FOR 1975
Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Heintz to authorize the City Manager
to advertise for bids for legal publications for 1975 to be opened
January 13, 1975 at the Regular Council meeting. Roll Call-All Ayes
HENNEPIN COUNTY COOPERATIVE PURCHASING
Mr. Watson read the list of items to be purchased from the Hennepin
County Cooperative Purchasing program. These include:
4 tons of 18-5-9 fertilizer from Northrup, King and Company, at
a total cost of $976 for the Park 9epartment.
400 lbs. of copper sulfate from the Lynde Company at a total cost of
$216 for the Sewer and Water Department.
260 gallons white clorinated rubber for $1,227.20 and 75 gallons
yellow chlorinated rubber paint at $408.75 at a total cost of $1,635.95
for the Traffic and Signs, from Vogel Paint and Wax Company.
Sign posts from Gopher Stamp and Die Company for a total of $941.50
for the Traffic and Signs.
Two door sedan, compact, at a total cost of $2,915.32 for the Meter
Rea de r.
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The City Manager pointed out that these purchases were anticipated
in the 1975 Budget. Fie also stated that the sedan for the meter
reader had been approved at the last council meeting, but that it had
been previously estimated at $3,200 and now was found to be
$2,915.32. Mayor Nawrocki questioned the re-sale value of
a two door automobile. Mr. Gustafson stated that there is not a
difference in the re-sale between a four door and a two door.
Motion by Land, Seconded by Logacz that the City Manager be authorized
to make the foregoing purchases from the Hennepin County Cooperative
Purchasing. Roll Call-All ayes
HEARING ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
Tree Removal Project #697 These were for two properties where tree
removal was done. Mr. Watson informed the Council that one of these
properties, Mr. Buboltz, 4108-5th Street, had already come in and
paid the bill of $55.26 so no hearing would be needed on this property.
The other property was at 3840-2nd Street for removal of a Dutch Elm
Diseased tree at a total cost of $192.86. No one was present to
be heard on this.
Curb and Gutter replacement Project //676 This was for curb and
gutter replacement at a driveway entrance, which had been authorized
by the owner, Mr. Richard Nowak, at 4146 Cleveland Street, at a cost
of $]84.00. No one was present to be heard on this assessment.
RESOLUTION #74-61 ADOPTING ASSESSMENT ROLLS FOR THE FOLLOWING LOCAL
IMPROVEMENTS AND DETERMINING THAT SAID IMPROVEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE
AND RATIFYING AND CONFIRMING ALL OTHER PROCEEDINGS, HERETOFORE
HAD: SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS NUMBERED: 697--Tree Removal
and
addition of parcel #680, plat #33097 to
Assessment #676 Curb and Gutter
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota,
met at 8:00 p.m. on the 23rd day of December, ]974 at the City Hall
Council Chambers in Columbia Heights, being the time and place set
when and where all persons interested could appear and be heard by
the Council with respect to benefits, and to the proportion of the
cost of making the local improvements above described, a notice of such
hearing having been heretofore duly published as required by law,
and a notice mailed to each property owner of record, stating the
proposed amount of the assessment; and,
WHEREAS, this Council has heretofore estimated and fixed the cost of
such local improvements and has prepared an assessment roll therefore.
December 23, 1974
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIAHEIGHTS HEREBY RESOLVES:
Section 1. That this council does hereby adopt the aforesaid assessment
rolls known and described as "Assessment Roll for Local Improvements
numbered addition to #676, and #697
Section 2. That this Council hereby finds and determines that each
of the lots and parcels of land enumerated in said assessment rolls
was and is especially benefitted by such improvement in an amount
not less than the amount set opposite in the column headed 'lTotal
Assessment". And this Council further finds and determines that the
proper proportion of the cost of such improvements to be especially
assessed against such lot or parcel of land is the amount set
opposite the description of each such lot or parcel of land respectively
in said assessment rolls.
Section 3. That said assessments may be paid in part or in full without
interest on or before January 22, 1975, or in annual installments for
a period of from one to ten years as designated on each assessment
roll, payable on or before the 3Oth day of September, annually, with
8% interest thereon. Failure to pay the annual installment renders the
same delinquent and thereafter a 10% penalty is added and the
said delinquent special assessment is certified to the County for
Collection with the real estate tax.
Section 4. That this Council did hereby determine and re-determine
to proceed with said improvement, does ratify and confirm all other
proceedings heretofore had in regard to these improvements, and
said improvements shall hereafter be known and numbered as '"focal
improvements numbered 676 and 697"
Section 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage.
OFFERED BY LAND, SECONDED BY NORBERG ROLL CALL-ALL AYES
RESOLUTION #74-61 was adopted.
ORDINANCE #830 SALE OF 3801 CALIFORNIA STREET
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg that Lots 16, 17 and the West
75' of Lot 18, Block 100, Columbia Heights Annex, be dedicated to
park purposes and the building on this property be torn down, and
that an ordinance be prepared for that purpose. Roll Call-Heintz,
Norberg-Ayes Logacz, Land, Nawrocki-Nay Motion failed.
Mr. Gene Mady, a resident from the neighborhood around 3801 California,
voiced his views on this property. He spoke against al lowing
industry on the same block as a park, and asked the Council t:o help
the people there. He presented a petition signed by residents of
that area opposing the sale of the property to industry.
Motion by Land, Seconded by Norberg that the petition be placed on
record. Roll Call-All Ayes
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Mr. Kenneth Hentges, resident of Columbia Heights, spoke at great
length in favor of having industry go in to this property, stating
the need for industry in the City.
Mayor Nawrocki stated that he was still of the mind that the decision
made to sell to Commers Soft Water was made at the best interest of
the community at large.
Second reading held on Ordinance #830 BEING AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING
THE SALE BY THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGttTS OF CERTAIN REAL ESTATE KNOWN
AS LOTS 16 AND 17, BLOCK 100, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ANNEX TO MINNEAPOLIS,
ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA to Commers Soft Water Company, Inc.
for $22,500. OFFERED BY Land, Seconded by Logacz Roll Cai 1-All Ayes
ORDINANCE //830 was adopted.
A discussion followed on the lease agreement. Mayor Nawrocki spoke
on the need to prohibit particular uses rather than general
definitions. Attorney Kalina had two versions of the lease available
to be used. The Council agreed that the agreement containing a
detailed list of uses which are prohibited would be the one most
desirable. Mr. Kalina spoke on the fact that he had been unable
to get together with the Attorney for Commers Soft Water regarding
the sale agreement.
ORDINANCE #831 DESIGNATING USE OF THE WEST 75' OF lot 18, Block 100,
Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, for Park purposes.
A first reading was held on Ordinance #831
SIDE YARD VARIANCE VFW 3938-5th Street N.E.
A discussion was held on the plans for a new building for the VFW to
replace their building which had burned. An explanation was given as
to the need for a 15 foot variance.
Discussion was held on how the building would be placed on the lot.
A representative from the VFW explained that the front door would be
on the south side of the building. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by
Logacz to grant side yard variance of 15' to the VFW 3938-5th Street,
based on the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Roll Call-All Ayes
RECESS WAS CALLED AT 9:40 p.m. RECONVENED at 9:50 p.m.
RESOLUTION #74-62 AUTHORIZING TRANSFERS IN THE 1974 BUDGET
Prior to the reading of the resolution, Mayor Nawrocki, in particular,
had questions about the proposed transfers. He was concerned about
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the reason for a need to transfer Revenue Sharing funds to the Park
Development. He asked for a further breakdown on the expenses which
had been incurred by the Park Development. Mr. Watson, along with
Councilman Heintz, explained these expenses. Mr. Heintz pointed out
the purchase of the old Prymos house as one unanticipated purchase.
It had been budgeted in 1973, but actually purchased in 11974.
Mayor Nawrocki also asked about landscaping which had been budgeted
but not done. Mr. Watson explained that the parks which had been
designated for this landscaping had needed other grading work, etc.
prior to the landscaping, so that it could not be done until the other
work is completed, but that it would be continued in 1975.
Resolution //74-62 offered by Heintz, Seconded by Land,
Roll Call: All Ayes
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS, that the City Treasurer be and he is hereby authorized
and directed to make the following transfers in the 1974 Budget:
$13,648.64 from Revenue Sharing //2Ol to Park Development //301
1,935.54 from Water Utility #703 to Water Improvement #704
4,200 from Unallocated General Expense #101-497.40 to //101--421.10
(Engineering)
9,600 from Unallocated General Expense #101-497.40 to //101--422.10 (Street)
5,500 from //101-497.49 (Unallocated General Expense) to //101-424. 39
(Traffic Signs)
RESOLUTION CLARIFYING WORKING HOURS FOR POLICE AND FIRE PERSONNEL EFFECTIVE
AFTER JANUARY l, 1975
Offered by Land, Seconded by Logacz No Roll Call Taken
Mayor Nawrocki questioned the contents of this resolution.
He was not in agreement on the hours noted for the Fi re Department.
He also questioned the hours on the Police, as he stated that the
Police would be asking for a change in scheduling for 1975.
Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Heintz that this resolution be tabled
until the next regular or special meeting, roll Call-All Ayes
ALLEY LIGHTING REQUEST
City Manager Watson reported on a petition received for alley
lighting in the alley South of 44th Avenue between University Avenue
Service Road and 4th Street. He also informed the Council that he had
received indication that a petition would be coming in within the next
week for alley lighting in the alley between Gould Avenue and 4Oth
Avenue. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg that the City Manager
be authorized to advertise for a hearing for alley lighting in these two
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alleys to be held January 27, 1975 at the regular meeting of the City
Council. Roll Call-All Ayes
MR-7 RADAR
Mr. Watson stated that Mayor Nawrocki, Councilman Land and he attended
a demonstration of the MR-7 Radar equipment on December 14. Request
was being made by the Police Chief for purchase of this radar equipment,
with matching funds to be received from the Minnesota Department of Public
Safety. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg to authorize the
purchase of the MR-7 Radar equipment at a total cost of $2,200 with
matching funds to come from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.
A11 Ayes
CITY OFFICE BUILDING SECURITY
City Manager Watson briefly discussed plans for better security for the
City Office building. Ne explained the need for this security as
being due to the fact that during the night, there will no longer be
someone in the building at all times. He discussed a report received
from Sgt. Jendro on what this security should consist of.
INSTITUTE FOR BUILDING OFFICIALS
Motion by Land, Seconded by Heintz to grant request for Building
Inspector, Arden Hovland, and City Electrical Inspector, Eugene Salay~ to
attend the Annual Institute for building officials January 6,7,8
at the Radison South in Bloomington. Roll Call-All Ayes Mr. Watson
explained that the cost for Mr. Hovland would be $40.00, but for Mr. Salay
it is $10.00 as the rest of his expenses will be reimbursed by other
cities which he serves.
METROPOLITAN SEWER BOARD RENTAL AGREEMENT
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Land to authorize the Mayor and City
Manager to enter into the contract to renew the Joint Use Rental
Agreement No. 145 between the City of Columbia Heights and the Metropolitan
Sewer Board. Roll Call-All Ayes
APPOINTMENT TO DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Mayor Nawrocki reported that he is appointing Pat McAlpin to replace
Frank Breen, who recently resigned, on the Downtown Development Council.
Mayor Nawrocki also reported on a letter of thanks received from the
Civil ~)efense volunteers, who had attended the dinner at Chanhassen.
Mayor Nawrocki also reported on a letter received from Mr. Wayne
Simoneau, newly elected Representative to the State Legislature,
expressing his desire to be of service to Columbia Heights.
LICENSES
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg that the licenses as listed
be approved upon payment of proper fees. All Ayes
Mayor Nawrocki pointed out that the Council should be aware of any
new licenses which are being requested, as opposed to renewa]s. He also
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asked that it be noted specially when a HOme Occupation or Special
User Permit is being renewed.
OLD BUSINESS
Mr. Watson reported on the progress in taking care of the bright
light shining on 45th Avenue in the shopping center. He stated that
he has contacted Mr. Paster, who owns the shopping center, requesting
that he personally take care of it. Mr. Gustafson reported that the
City would be glad to use their boom truck to re-direct the light if
Mr. Baster so wishes.
RUSSIAN TRIP
Mr. Kenneth Hentges spoke at great length in opposition to the trip
to Russia which three of the Council Members are going on with the National
League of Cities in February.
SENIOR CITIZEN RATES ON GARBAGE
Mr. Norberg stated his feelings thatthe maximum income for senior
citizens in qualifying for reduced rates should be studied, and perhaps
raised to $5,000. He requested that this be studied and reported
back at a meeting later on in 1975. The Council discussed this briefly.
It was pointed out that in studying the possibility of raising this
income requirement, that a projection would be needed giving data on
the potential number of people qualifying if raised to $5,000 and what
the cost would be to the City.
SPECIAL MEETING
Mayor Nawrocki called a special meeting for the following Monday,
December 30, stating that the purpose would be as specified in the
agenda for that meeting. He in particular stated the discussing of
salaries for 1975, and also the resolution regarding hours for the Police
and Fire Departments. The meeting would begin at 7:00 p.m.
MOtion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to adjourn at 11:05 p..m.
Roll Call-All Ayes
Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor
Sec re t/a ry Pro-tem