HomeMy WebLinkAboutJan 26, 1974Official Proceedings
Regular Meeting of the City Council
January 26, 1976
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Meeting was called to order at 8:04 p.m. Roll Call: Logacz,
Heintz, Norberg, Hentges, Nawrocki-present
Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Heintz to name Margo Emerson Secretary
for the meeting. Roll Call: All Ayes
Invocation was given by City Manager, Malcolm O. Watson.
MINUTES OF LAST REGULAR AND SPECIAL MEETING
Councilman Hentges noted that in the minutes of the special meeting
of January 14 the reasons for rejecting three of the vehicle
bids should be noted. He outlined these reasons. In addition, a correction
was made in the total amount of the dump truck. Councilman Norberg
noted that in the discussion on the foam generator it should be noted
that no savings in the budget of the sewer department would be experienced.
Mayor Nawrocki disagreed with this in that he stated that the Sewer and
Water Superintendent had. stated that there would be a savings. Mayor
Nawrocki further noted that Councilman Norberg could make a change if he
were to note it as his opinion. Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Heintz
that the minutes of the regular meeting of January 12 and special meeting
of January 14 be approved as presented in writing, with the corrections
as noted (by Councilman Hentges) and the reading be dispensed with.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Hentges, Nawrocki-Aye Norberg-Nay
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz that the bills as listed be paid
out of their proper funds. Roll Call: All Ayes
Distillers Distributing Co.
Famous Brands, Inc.
Johnson Wine Co.
MN Distillers
Ed Phillips & Sons
Prior Wine Co.
Twin City W~ne Co.
Payroll Account
James Lord, State Treas.
UofM
Group Health Plan
Distillers Distributing
Old Peoria Co.
Ed Phillips & Sons
A.B. Dick Products
Columbia Transit
Daves Sport Shop
Dist. I0 Hockey
Leslie Paper Co.
MN Recr. & Park Assoc.
335.15 Ovshak Printing 84.65
1,191.75 American Linen Supply 132.76
178.49 City Wide Locksmithing 20.00
2,042.00 Reuben Erickson 282.00
7,698.34 Happy Tyme Dist. 311.40
159.61 Hi Mount Inc. 771.19
268.79 Kuether Dist. 5,049.21
66,931.37 MN Form Printing 52.00
3,905.07 Betty Myers 113.60
10.OO Pohle Sales Inc. 3,710.55
737.92 Prior Wine Co. 117.32
160.10 Royal Beverage Co. 63.40
951.47 Seven Up Bottling Co. 680.55
19.02 Systems Center, Inc. 70.00
247.42 A & A Hardware 42.47
80.00 American Linen Supply 60.00
29.95 Amer. Public Works Assoc 100.00
102.75 Amer.Nat'lBank and Trust 26,936.00
487.52 Arsenal Sand & Gravel 374.95
73.00 Gerald Arseneau 126.75
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George F. Brown 129.00
Chet's Shoe Store 8.95
City of C.H.-Petty Cash-Garage 42.48
CNA Insurance 73.08
Columbia Heights Pharmacy 52.92
Columbia Metal Fabrication 31.71
Curtis 1000 Inc. 123.65
Data Dispatch 21.60
Diamond Crystal Salt Co. 510.46
J.K. Distributors Inc. 4,428.46
Dun Donnelley Publishing 16.00
Edison Controls 38.28
Ek]und Clothing 83.85
Fireside Office Supply 299.45
First Nat'l Bank of St. Paul 89,301.28
Gateway Hardware 21.75
Glenwood Inglewood 46.05
Everett Gray 5.00
G.T. Parts Co. 79.23
Hall Signs, Inc. 785.45
Harmon Glass 23.27
Hayden Murphy Equip. Co. 690.10
Royhl Hedblad 10.OO
Heights Auto Wash 47.25
Henn. Co. Pub. WorksCoopFuelPurc.616.76
Arden Hovland
Harland B. Jones
Ronald S. Kalina
Robert J. Kolb
Mr. Arley E. Lund
MAPSI
MetroWasteContro] Comm.
Miner-McAlpin Agency
Mpls. City Treasurer
Mpls. Equipment Company
4.92
3].00
1,705.00
17.43
75.OO
547.00
20,295.27
4,086.00
17,291.00
40.94
Mpls. Oxygen Company
Mpls. Star & Tribune
Minnegasco
3 M Alarm Service
Modern Service Inc.
Motorola Inc.
Nat'l Climatic Center
No. States Power Co.
Northwestern Bell
Northwestern Bell
Pepsi Cola Bottling
Peterson and Kalina
Rogers
St. Anthony
S 0 S Office Equipment
Mister Steak
Sterling Electric Co.
Superior Products
Tennant Co.
Texgas Corp.
R.G. Tippel Enterprises
Vermeer Sales & Service
Wayne Protection Agency
Williams Steel & Hardware
Xerox Corp.
Ziegler, Inc.
Doherty Dist. Co. Inc.
33.57
47.25
3,345.8l
154.50
17,991.20
408.30
2.55
54.24
45.OO
1,588.22
]2.00
2,682.50
372.35
653.62
4.33
11.50
8.33
256.42
48.85
28.O0
3OO.OO
7,976.7O
252.00
442.36
583.OO
1,191.97
442.15
TOTAL $ 305,224.83
RESOLUTION #76-4 HONORING JAMES ARTHUR McCALLUM
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
that As representatives of the citizens of our community we take this means
of expressing our appreciation to the late James Arthur (Art) McCal]um
who passed away Monday, January 12, 1976.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the family of Mr. McCallum be informed of this
action by the City Council in their expression of sympathy to his sons, daugh-
ters, and other members of his family.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this commemoration to Mr. McCallum is an expression
of appreciation for his 27 year membership in the Columbia Heights Fire
Department prior to his retirement in 1949.
Offered by: Hentges Seconded by: Heintz Roll Call: All Ayes
Resolution #76-4 was adopted.
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RESOLUTION #76-5 APPROVING CONTINUED JOINT REPRESENTATION IN REGARD TO
INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS, Local No. 49
Mr. Watson reported briefly on the impasse filed on negotiations
with Local 49, filed on January 22. He stated that he is a member of the
Metropolitan Area Management Association Management Bargaining Committee.
He recommended that the City Council pass the 'Following resolution.
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights is being represented in negotiations
with I.U.O.E., Local No. 49 by the Metropolitan Area Management Association
Management Bargaining Committee, and
WHEREAS, I.U.O.E., Local No. 49 has requested and was granted mediation
regarding 1976 contract negotiations, and
WHEREAS, the Bureau of Mediation Services has certified that an impasse
does exist and has requested final positions, and
WHEREAS, under Minnesota Statutes annoted 179.69, Subd. 5, the option of
submitting to binding arbitration or not to submit to binding arbitration
is available when an impasse exists with organized, non-essential employees, and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that employees represented by I.U.O.E.
Local No. 49 are non-essential,
NOW, THEREFOERE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS:
That the Metropolitan Area Management Association Management Bargaining
Committee is hereby authorized and directed to continue negotiations
with I.U.O.E., Local No. 49, and further directs the Management
Bargaining Committee not to submit to binding arbitration.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is hereby authorized and
directed to file a copy of this resolution in the office of the City Manager,
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Offered by: Hentges Seconded by : Norberg
Resolution #76-5 was adopted.
Roll Call: All Ayes
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT APPLICAT!ON-MASSEUR LICENSE, 4643 TAYLOR STREET N.E.
Mr. Watson reported that he had sent letters to the three homes on either
side of 4643 Taylor and the two homes across the street, and two homes
across the alley, informing them of the proposed masseur license application.
Mr. Watson at this time read a letter from Mr. Curtis Acree, the license
applicant, informing the Council that he contacted the people near his
home~ and obtained their signatures on a petition stating that they had
no opposition to this proposal. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg
that the letter and petition be placed on file. Roll Call: All Ayes
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Several people from the neighborhood spoke at this time in opposition
to the proposal. First to speak was Mr. Paul Krope]nicki, 4642
Taylor Street. He pointed out that he is particularly concerned
with the additional parking this business might bring in, pointing
out that there is already a problem both in the winter and summer, and
this will bring additional prob]ems. He stated that he felt that the
neighborhood should not have to put up with a business in the area which
will add to the traffic.
Joanne Bialon, 4664 Taylor Street, stated her objection to a massage
parlor, stating that it has no place in a residential area.
She stated that she does not want a massage parlor in her neighborhood.
She also stated that parking is a problem in this area due to the fact
that it is largely a rental area, and this business would add to the
confusion.
Mrs. Krope]nicke also spoke along the same lines as her husband had,
stating that even if Mr. Acree says now that there will not be any
added parking, in the future the business may grow, and this problem
wil] become larger.
Marlyn Culp. 4624 Taylor Street, stated that she does not want this
business in the residential area. If one is allowed to come in,
others will follow. Mr. Don Hase, 4756 Taylor Street, stated that he does
not like the idea of it either.
The homeowner at 4660 Taylor Street stated that he does not see anything
that will prevent Mr. Acree from expanding in the future to include
a sauna and women.
Mayor Nawrocki at this time pointed out that Mr. Acree does not have
an operation "like people read about in the paper", nor an "all purpose
parlor'~. Mr. Acree is a true ~'masseurII in that physical therapy
is what: is done, and nothing else. The Mayor also pointed out that
Mr. Acree would be operating under a Home Occupation Permit, which allows
such a business to come into a residential area. Home occupation
permits recognize that the ]icense is granted as an incidental
item to the actual living in the home and with the idea that there will
be no problem in the neighborhood. Mayor Nawrocki also stated that
The City Council is very careful before awarding a home occupation
permit cf this nature, in that they call a hearing so that no one
in the neighborhood is surprised. Also, he stated that there is a
careful policing of these activities and that the permit can be revoked
if it is found to present problems. He stated that generally most cf the
home occupations granted are not offensive to the neighborhood.
He again stated that it is not fair to classify Mr. Acree's occupation
in the same light as massage parlors a person might read about in thc
pfpers.
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The gentleman from 4660 Taylor stated that Edina has a p-ob]em with
massage parlors, and spoke briefly on this item. He felt that even
though Mr. Acree states at this time that he will not hire anyone
else and only men will be [nvo!ved, he doubts if this ~i!l contint~e
in the future.
Mayor Nawrocki said ti~at the City o~ Columbia Heights had another one
at one time where genuine therapy was offered and no one hardly
even knew iL existed. It created no pro~le~s. He pointed o~Jt agaTn
that the permit caJ~ be revol~ed at any time.
Councilman Norberg pointed out that in a home occupation permit no one
is to engage in the business; except persons living in the home.
The individual from ~664 Taylor Street sta~ed that the people of the
neighborhood just do not want this to be ~er~itted in their neighborhood,
and want to keep it a "good neighborhood" Fie pointed out tidal Mr.
Acree only just moved in and the people already living there should
have the say as to whether this massage parlor is to be allowed.
The individual from 4645 Taylor Street as~:ed if a petition was needed
in opposition to the proposal. Mayor ~lawrocki steted that it ~as not
needed, that the people of the area were notified for the purpose of
expressing their feelings at this meeting.
The individual from 4630 Fillmore Street stated that he was surprised
to hear about this proposal, in that he only heard about it from a
neighbor. He stated that he feels tha~ this proposal invo~ve~ ~ore
than a part-time job. He szated thet there is sufficient rental
space elsewi~ere, in commercial zones, where ~r. Acree could set up.
He further stated that parking off the streez would involve additional
traffic in an already o~ercrowded elley.
The homeowner at t~60 Taylor Street asked why more letters regarding
the proposal h~d not been sent out. Mayor Nawrock[ stated that the
Council f~ic thinz the neighbors immediately on ei'rher side and to the
front and bacl~ should receive letter,.s. Other'.; neighbors would probably
hear about the proposal from the ir~d?viduals who did receive the letter.
Mayor Nawrocki pointed out that this is exactly what happened.
Following other gener~l comments from people ~)f the neighborhood,
Mr. Acree spol<e, lie stated that he thinks the:~e people are thinking
of him like the average "bad massage parlor" written about in the
paper. He pointed out that when he ~,alked to the people of the area
their only concern expres;sed had been the parking '.0roblems which might
potentially be created, l-le stated that he feels it is unFai~ ::o classify
him with other massage parlers.. M~. Acree rstated that he wou~d have
no signs on the yard. He has regular ccstomers, and needs no advertising.
He stated that his landlord lives next door to 'ais home and is aware
of the license proposal. Mr. Acree also spoke about his reasons for
moving into Columbia Heights, stating that he wanted his children to
be able to go to a good school system such as he is aware Columbia
Heights has.
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January 26, 1976
Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Heintz to deny the home occupation permit
applicaticn of Mr. Curtis Acree, 4643 Taylor Street, to work as a masseur
in his home.
Councilman Logacz stressed the fact that he is not offering this motion
because of the arguments presented at the meeting, stating that the
properties of the area will not depreciete and nc) serious problems
would be encountered, but he offered the motion in view of the
fact Lhat if the permit were to be granted, there would be no peace
for any one side or the other. He feels that denying the request wi]]
save the City Council, people cf the neighbcrhcod, and most important,
Mr. Acree, a lot of grief.
Counciilman Heintz stated that his second of the motion is because
he questions whether the business itself is conducive to the
residential area, and stated that this business is ideal in a
ccmmercial area. Also, he stated that he thinks that the business
would generate traffic in the neighborhood.
Councilman Norberg indicated that he agreed with Mr. Heintz in that
this is not an ideal situation to introduce into a residential
neighborhood and he would vote against granting the permit for the sake
of the good of the neighborhood and of Mr. Acree as
Roll Call on Motion to deny home occupation permit: A]l Ayes
CHANGE ORDER ON LIBRARY RENODELING
Mr. Watson reported that a change order is requested on the contract
with Antler Corporation for the remodeling of the library. He
stated that the library board would like to have a book drop installed
between floors of the library. This can be added to the contract fcr
$514.00. In addition, a deduct can be made on the contract of
$325.00 for adjustments to the air-conditioner in the old section of the
library. It was found that these adjustments were unnecessary.
This would make a total addition to the contract of $]89. Councilman
Norberg pointed out that the library board was considering the installation
of the book drop under the 1976 Structural Item in the budget, but
that this method of financing is also desirable.
Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Heintz that the change orders as noted
(deduct of $325 on the air-conditioner adjustments, and add of $514.00
for the book drop--total add: $]89) be authorized. Roll Call: All Ayes
Councilman Heintz questioned whether the library might ask for
air-conditioner adjustments later on. Mr. Watson answered that they
would not be anticipated on the old air-conditioner in the old section
of the building, but that another air-conditioner in the library is making
noise .and may need work, but that this would cost much more than the
$~25 being deleted from the Antler Corporation contract.
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CHANGE ORDER ON DUMP TRUCK
Mr. Watson reported that there had been an error in the specifications
on the dump truck which was recently awarded. He stated that the
power steering had been left out of the specifications, and he explained
the need for power steering in a truck of this size, particularly for
maneuvering snow plows. Councilman Hentges asked whether or not the
city should ask Bill Boyer Ford, the unsuccessful bidder, whether his bid
had already included the p~wer steering, in which case their bid may
prove to have been the low bid. Mr. Watson explained that all the bidders
bid based on the same specifications~ and that it would be understood that
none of the vehicles bid included power ~teering since it was not
specified. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to authorize the change
order in the amount of $256.12 to add power steering on the dump truck
to be purchased from Superior Ford. Roll Call: All Ayes
SET INFORMAL SESSION TO COMPLETE 1976 PROJECT REVIEW
The City Manager reported that an informal meeting wou~d be held
following t~e public hearing on Community Development to be
the following evening, Tuesday, Januarv 27. The informal meeting
would be for the purpose of continued discussion on proposed
construction projects for 1976.
CITY MANAGERS ASSOCIATION MEETING IN GALENA, ILLINOIS
Mr. Watson reported that the annual meeting of the City Management
Associations from Illinois-Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa,
Michigan, Ohio, and Missouri ~culd be held in Galena, Illinois
February 18-20. He stated that the program is being sponsored by the
Menninger Foundation of Topeka, Kansas and will deal with developing
a better understanding of human behavior to help the individuals
be more effective in their dealing with people. It will include seminars
on applied behavioral science systems as it relates to management in the
public sector. He stated that the total cost of this would come just
under $200. Mr. Watson also stated that he would take vacation time
for this meeting. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to authorize the
expenses for the City Manager to attend the City Managers Association
meeting in Galena, Illinois February 18-20. Rol~ Call: All Ayes
Councilman Norberg questioned whether this had been included in ~he
budget, and Mr. Watson stated that it was.
LETTER FROM RECREATION COMMISSION
Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Hentges that the City Council state
its respect and thanks to the Recreaticn Commission for returning $8,000
to the City and $8,000 to the School Board which was allocated in the
1976 budget that would not be needed. Roll Call: All Ayes Mr. Norberg
stated that he encourages such responsible actions.
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RESCLUTICN #76-6 ENDORSING THE NOMINATION OF MRS. GLORIA BERGSTROM
AS 1976 STATE TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Offered by Hentges, Seconded by Logacz
Resolution was adopted.
Roll Call: All Ayes
WHEREAS, Mrs. Gloria Bergstrom, teacher at Highland Elementary School,
has been nominated as 1976 Teacher of the Year, havin9 served in the
teachin9 profession in Columbia Heights at both Oakwood and Highland Elem-
entary Schools, and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Bergstrom has effectively contributed to the development
of young people in our community by her activities including, but not
exclusively limited to, the following:
1. Giving of her own time, beyond the school hours, to
students requesting additional help often opening her home to
such students and extendinga hand of friendship
to them as we1] as instructing them.
2. Promotion of the drug awareness program, through her activities
in the school and with the P.T.A.
3. Working effectively with the teacher aide program, utilizing
volunteer help in the school room.
4. Serving as a liaison person for school involvement with the
park and recreation programs in our community.
5. Assuming an active role in party politics in our city,
inciLding service as a state delegate in Minnesota.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that on behalf of the citizens of our
community we endorse the nomination of Mrs. Gloria Bergstrom as
1976 State Teacher of the Year, having served our community effectively
in her role as an educator.
LICENSES
Brief discussion on two home occupation permits: one was for Curtis
Lyons, ~354 Arthur Street for repairing bikes, and the other was for
a machine shop for Wallace Steele at 4022 VanBuren Street. In both cases
Mr. Watson indicated that these have been in operation for some time
and no problems have been found to date. Motion by Heintz, Seconded
by Logacz that the licenses as listed be granted upon payment of proper
fees. Roll Call: All Ayes
OLD BUSINESS
Councilman Norberg asked for a report on what will be done on the poor
lighting situation on 49th Avenue near the two schools. Hr. Watson
stated that there is a school light here that would help if it was
turned on. Regarding a street light, it is Hilitop's turn for placement
of a light on this side. Mr. Watson stated that he would contact
Hilltop and see if they will take care of putting up a street light at
this location.
Councilman Hentges reported that the City may do business with Deluxe
Plating.
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DOMESTIC ANIMAL CONTROL SPECIFICATIO~S
Brief discussion on the contents of the domestic animal control
specifications. Councilman Norbcrg asked that something be put in the
specifications which will assure that any caller reporting a stray
animal will be kept anonymous.
Mayor Nawrocki pointed out certain items on which he wanted clarification.
One was whether there should be a bid item fcr charges for special
call-outs on animal bites, etc. Also, he asked if anything in the
specifications provides for non-domestic animals. The City Manager
pointed out locations in the specifications which allow for all animals.
Mayor Nawrocki expressed concern that the city would have to pay the
boarding and other fees for all unclaimed animals, and asked that this
be specified that the city will not pay these fees. Tim Yantos,
Administrative Assistant, explained why~this had been left somewhat open.
DISCUSSION ON SNOW REMOVAL POLICIES
Councilman Hentges stated that he had received a call from a citizen
regarding the practice of removing snow built up along Immaculate
Conception. Mr. Hentges asked if this is the policy around the whole
city, particularly in relation to churches, to remove piled up snow
plowed from the church parking lot. The Public Works Director, Earl
Gustafson, stated that it is policy for the city to clean out snow
piles at all churches. Brief discussion followed. Councilman
Logacz asked whether other communities do this, and Mr. Watson
stated that he was not aware of any others that did. Mr. Logacz
expressed concerns that the city should not legally do this. Mr. Watson
stated that generally this is snow that has been pushed out to the
sidewalks, and in most cases, cause poor visibility. Councilman
Hentges stated that he feels that the city goes onto the parking lots.
Councilman ~leintz stated that he feels that the city should not go
onto the lots themselves.
Councilman Hentges thanked the Park Board for cleaning out Gauvitte
Park.
Mr. Hentges asked what can be done about the "junk" piled at 38th
and 5th Street, across from Hunstad Foundry. Mayor Nawrocki asked
that the City ~tanager check into this~
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Councilman Hentges asked what the possibilities are of setting up a
cash award, or something similar, for good ideas which have been presented
on how to save taxpayer money. Councilman Norberg spoke briefly on
such a policy where he works. Mayor Nawrocki asked the City Manager
to look into this and take it up with the Awards Committee.
Councilman Heintz reported that trucks leaving Mp]s. Electric Steel
Castings along 5th Street and 38th Avenue are carrying soot and
spreading it along as they go, making the snow black and the area
very dirty.
PARK BOARD RECOMMENDATION ON LABELLE PARK
Mr. Watson reported on a letter from the Park Superintendent, John
Murzyn, on actions taken by the Park Board for what should be placed
in the 'ltriangle site" in LaBelle Park. The recommendation is to
accept the proposed plan by the Superintendent, with the exception
of the canvas, an art structure depicting nature
be constructed in the center area, along with stone settee. Mr. Watson
reported further on this proposa]~ with Councilman Heintz elaborating
further.
RECESS CALLED AT 10:lO P.M. MEETING RECONVENED AT 10:30 P.M.
Mr. Watson reported that there is a bad watermain break in the alley
behind 3839 Polk Street, and the Sewer and Water Superintendent is
calling out all of his employees to help.
Councilman Hentges asked why the Council has not yet received the minutes
of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Watson reported that no meeting
was held in January.
Mayor Nawrocki noted that a letter had been received from the City
Attorney regarding the prospects of taking the police chief and fire
chief out of the responsibility of the Civil Service Commission. Mr.
Kalina noted that it would be difficult, and would have to be taken
to the electorate. Mayor Nawrocki stated that further discussion
would be held up until the Attorney was present. Attorney Casper
was present at this meeting in Mr. Kalina's place.
DISCUSSION ON MUNICIPAL LIQUOR STORES
Councilman Heintz asked the attorney what the City Council has to do
to haw~ something put on the ballot in the fall, particularly he
noted that he was thinking of split liquor. Mr. Casper said this was
somethilng that would have to be investigated. Councilman Hentges
stated that 4/5 of the Council could place it on the ballot, or a
petition draw~ up by a committee of five citizens of the City with at
least 720 signatures affixed thereto.
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Councilman Logacz noted that in his recent dealings with the people
frequenting the municipal liquor store, these people have drawn the
assumption that the City has a plan to totally destroy municipal liquor
to allow free enterprise into the city. Mr. Logacz noted that before
anything is placed on a ballot, the changes made in the store should
be given a chance to work to see if what the City has done is going to work
out. If it is placed on the fall election ballot, the people will be
convinced that the total plan behind all the changes made in the store
was to get rid of the store. Mayor Nawrocki agreed that Councilman
Logacz had made valid points.
Mayor Nawrocki noted that the research study made indicated that the
City Manager should set down with the liquor store managers and implement
changes to improve the stores. Mr. Watson reported on what has been
done to date.
ANNUAL CONGRESSIONAL CITY CONFERENCE
Mayor Nawrocki reported that the annual conference in Washington, D.C.
would be held March 14-16. Brief discussion held on the contents
of the conference. Mayor Nawrocki noted that the main theme of the
sessions is on Revenue Sharing. Councilman Norberg noted that he
questions whether this conference benefits the city at all.
Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Heintz to authorize the expenses for
Council members to attend the annual Congressional Cities Conference
March 14-16 in Washington, D.C. Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Hentges,
Nawrocki-Aye Norberg-nay
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
Mr. Casper informed the Council that Mr. Kalina would be attending the
annual 'lUpdate for Municipal Attorneys" course and asks for reimbursement
from the City. Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Heintz to authorize
the expenses totaling $30 for the Update for Municipal Attorneys
Course. Roll Call: All Ayes
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR REPORTS
Councilman Norberg asked the Public Works Director what his opinion
would be of a license requirement for private snow plows to help
prevent them from pushing snow out onto the public right-of-ways.
A license would enable the City to better pin down who is doing this and
let the individual know the rules. Mr. Gustafson stated that such a
license may certainly help the public works department. Councilman
Logacz stated that he understands Mr. Norberg's point, but that the
city pushes snow into people's driveways after they have been cleared,
so it works both ways on both the part of the city and the part of
whoever clears snow from individual homes. Councilman Hentges spoke
on the problems of where to put the snow when removed from the driveways.
MOTION BY Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to adjou~~Ayes ~ .fff
0 Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor
Secretary