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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSept 8, 1975-242- Official Proceedings Regular Meeting of the City Council City of Columbia Heights September 8, 1975 The meeting was called to order at 8:03 p.m. Norberg, Land, Nawrocki-present Heintz-absent Councilman Heintz arrived at 8:10 p.m. Roll Call: Logacz, Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Land to name Margo Emerson Secretary for the meeting. Roll Call: All Ayes Invocation was given by Father Colon, Immaculate Conception Church MINUTES OF LAST MEETINGS Councilman Norberg noted a correction in what he had said at the special meeting of August 26, 1975 pertaining to the Community Development fund application. Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Logacz to approve the minutes of the meetings of August 25, and the meeting of August 26, with the corrections as noted, as presented in writing and the reading be dispensed with. Roll Call: All Ayes PAYMENT OF BILLS Mayor Nawrocki asked whether or not written agreement had been received that the red primer on the water tower would not bleed through the blue paint for a substantial period of time. He stated his concern on paying such a substantial amount on the water tower, $97,064.00, before the written assurance is received. He asked that no more bills be paid on the water tower until this written assurance is received. Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Land that the bills as listed be paid of their proper funds. Roll Call: All Ayes Johnson Bros. Whle. Liq. Johnson Wine Co. Quality Wine Co. Ed Phillips & Sons Famous Brands, Inc. I .C.M.A. American Inst. of Planners Prior Wine Co. CNA Insurance Payroll Account U.S. Postmaster A.B. Dick Products Awards, Inc. Columbia Transit Corp. Daves Sport Shop Gager's Handicraft Inc. Linda A. Hansen K-Mart Leslie Paper 1,430.00 David Mac Gregor 355.96 M.R.P.A. 297.20 No. Suburb. Football Leag. 812.45 Weisman Co. 434.23 Zayre Shoppers City 136.50 Harold Ostmoe 75.00 Ralph Volkman 121.57 Charles Kewatt 73.08 Lawrence Hosch 61,573.04 Richard Gill 350.00 Lawrence Nelson 24.75 Joseph Matlon 75.00 Thomas Helm 35.00 James Cook 22.39 Jack Kallroos 7.54 Thomas Bittman 114.00 Barry Rosar 21.25 Ronald Chan 197.90 Roy Meinhardt 45.00 16 O0 310 O0 33 91 41 40 24 O0 94 O0 53 O0 24.00 24.00 24.00 44.00 112.00 9O.OO 24.00 131.00 24.00 89.00 54.OO -243-- September 8, 1975 Auto Gear Co. Automotive Drive Line Barton Contracting Co. F.W.. Bassett Clayton Berg Bill Boyer Ford Bladholm Brothers Bureau of Buss. Practice Mildred V. Carlson Carlund Corp. City of Columbia Heights Columbia Heights Fire Dept. Columbia Metal Fabrication Commissioner of Revenue Commissioner of Revenue Davies Water Equipment Delegard Tool Company Downtown Idea Exchange Dunkley Surfacing Co. Dworsky Barrel Co. The Economics Press Fenwal lnc. Fireside Office Supply Flexible Pipe Tool H.B. Fuller Co. Game Time, Inc. Martin Gavic Germundsen Contracting Glenwood Inglewood R.L. Gould & Co. Donald Hanson Henri. Cry. Finance Director Homelite Independent Black Dirt Co. Instrumentation Services Inc. Iten Chevrolet W.G. Jaques Gerald Hedlund Jones Chemical Koch: Refining Co. Lawco Co. The H.D. Lee Co. Inc. Lin For Maintenance Experts Mason Publishing Co. Mel's Van 0 Lite Metropolitan Waste Control Mincis Minneapolis City Treasurer Minneapolis Star & Tribune Minnesota Mining & Mfg. Minnesota Toro Julius Mortvedt Nat']. Fire Protection Assoc. 32.91 14.94 72.96 6.81 29.45 9,323.25 132.75 5.68 7.44 33 70 50 O0 282 50 484 36 1,256 55 57 81 ],187 52 47 24 48.75 552.75 3O.OO 15.41 7.95 139.39 305.35 65.40 261.40 166.30 108.00 59.80 52.00 5O.OO 4,377.21 111 76 150 OO 17 75 7~ 78 273 75 64 32 47 28 1,635 68 87 64 16 55 42O O0 718 O0 30.00 20.02 1,287.00 401.13 107.64 121.80 176.76 2,595.00 25.00 131.48 Nelson's Office Supply Newman Signs The New Minar Ford Leonard Olson Olson's Plumbing Petty Cash Liquor Public Affairs Leadership Eugene Salay S O S Office Equipment Standard Spring Co. 5.08 1,272.63 102.89 50.00 839.60 41.97 56.00 193.60 54.80 136 99 State Treas., St. Bldg.lnsp.149 82 Stromberg Products 40 08 Sun Electric Corp. 43 70 Tasco Automotive 80 36 Twin City Testing & Engr. 66 O0 Union Oil Co. of California 836 37 Warden's GTC Auto Parts 48 16 Waterous Co. 24 50 Malcolm O. Watson 88.00 Waynels Protection Agency 665.00 Williams Steel and Hardware 208.82 W.W. Generator Rebuilders 26.65 Henry Zeug 124.40 American Linen Supply Co. 118.97 Bronner Exterminating Co. 12.00 City of Col. Hgts.-Petty Cash -Liquor 15.O8 Doherty Dist. Co., Inc. 1,787.72 Eberhard Candy & Tobacco 348.10 Electric Motor Specialists 38.50 Ganzer Distributors, Inc. 3,698.65 Gopher Glass Co. 37.00 W.W. Grainger Inc. 3.60 Grosslein Beverages, Inc. 123.OO Jimbos Inc. 181.31 dohnson Paper & Supply 82.95 Clarence Larson 15.84 Merrill Chapman 40 70 Midland Products Co. 8 50 Midwest Wine Co. 706 75 Nelsons' Wallpaper & Paint 152 34 Pohle Sales, Inc. 5,340 10 John Roach 22 08 Ron's Ice Co. 264 80 Scotsman Refridgeration 96.48 South Side Distributing 82.00 Thompson Trane Air Cond. 636.03 Twin City Filter Service 3.00 Chicago Bridge & Iron Co-97,064.00 Modern Htg. & Air Cond. 3,847.50 N.D.H., Inc. 30,162.16 W.&G. Rehbein Bros.,Inc. 1,445.17 TOTAL BILLS. 246,679.84 September 8, 1975 -244- HEARING ON ALLEY LIGHTING At this time a hearing was held on the proposed alley lighting in the alley between 6th and 7th Street, 42nd to 43rd Avenues. Mr. Watson briefly discussed the proposal indicating that this hearing had been called because 70% of the property owners along the alley had petitioned for the alley lighting. He stated that either one light in the center of the alley, behind 4231 and 4233-6th Street and 4230 and 4232-7th Street, or two lights could be installed. The two light installation would locate one light behind 4245 and 4253-6th Street and 4250 and 4254-7th Street, and the other light would be located behind 4217-6th Street and 4216-7th Street. He stated that the estimated charge to the homeowners for one light would be 15¢ per foot per year. The charge for two lights would be approximately 25¢ per foot per year, or $10.00 per 40 ft. lot per year. A show of hands by the people living on this alley indicated that they preferred the two light installation. One individual indicated that those present did not know if the others on the alley wanted the two lights or the one light. She indicated that perhaps it should be delayed until the question can be posed to the others along the alley. Mr. Watson indicated that everyone on the block had received the hearing notice and all the residents could come to hear the same. Motion by Land, Seconded byLogacz to authorize the installation of two lights in the alley between 6th and 7th Street, 42nd to 43rd Avenue, as indicated by the City Manager. Roll Call: All Ayes HEARING ON VACATING OR BLOCKING AN ALLEY This hearing was held pertaining to the East-West alley South of 4Oth Avenue, between VanBuren Street and the North-South alley west of VanBuren Street. At this time the City Manager discussed three possible alternatives regarding the possible vacating or blocking of this alley as follows: 1. Vacate the alley right-of-way giving seven feet to each property owner on either side of the alley. 2. Put plank barricades at each end to stop traffic from driving through. Fill in the alley to the grade of the adjoining properties, turning the maintenance of the filled area over to the adjoining property owners, without vacating the alley. Mr. Watson indicated that his recommendation, and that of the Public Works Director, would be to fill in the alley, as outlined in alternative #3. He said that this should be done in view of the existing conditions and the uncertainty as to future development along the alley. He said that this would remain in existence until such time as the land use dictated the reopening of the alley. -245- September 8, 1975 Councilman Logacz excluded himself from the consideration and voting since some of the property along this alley under discussion belongs to one of his relatives. The Public Works Director, Ear] Gustafson, spoke in favor of filling in the alley as being the most positive way of prohibiting traffic. Councilman Land asked why the plank barricades would not be considered as effective. Mr. Gustafson stated that this could be done but that good plank barricades are expensive. Mr. Land stated that he prefers the: planks because of the uncertainty as to whether the people would take care of the property after it was filled in. He also felt tha~t it would be just as much trouble and expense to fill in the alley, as to erect the barricades. Mr. Gustafson explained what would be proposed. Councilman Norberg indicated that he would agree that the planks are preferrable to the filling in of the alley. Mr. Gustafson stated that he felt that just barricading the alley would invite it to become a dumping area whereas the physical filling of the alley would not. Councilman Land stated that the Traffic Commission's worry about this alley was the bicycle use coming out into the adjoining alley. He stated that if the people on both sides of the alley would take care of the land, then maybe filling it is best. Motion by Land, Seconded by Norberg to table until the property owners can be asked if they would agree to the filling in of the alley as proposed. Roll Call: Land-Aye Norberg, Heintz-Nay Logacz-Abstain Motion failed. Councilman Heintz stated that he would prefer tomake the decision now. He indicated that in no event does it appear that the vacating of the alley will be done. He suggested that the Council pass the blocking of the alley by either means that the people on the alley agree to. Councilman Land stated that he prefers to find out what the people want prior to approving the blocking of the alley. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg to authorize the City Manager to determine the wishes of the people along the alley as to whether they prefer the filling in of the alley, or barricading and proceed with whatever the wishes of the property owners indicate. Roll Call: All Ayes BIDS ON WATER TOWER CONTROLS Councilman Norberg at this time dlsqualified himself from consideration September 8, 1975 -246- of these bids because he works for the parent company of one of the bidders. Mayor Nawrocki indicated that even if i~r. Norberg did not vote on the final determination, his knowledge in the field would be helpful in making the award of the bid, and asked that he contribute to the discussion accordingly. Mr. Watson briefly discussed the bids stating that Waldor Pump and Equipment is the low bidder at $12,457.00, plus $1,O00.OO for Alternate Bid A. He reported that the equipment of Waidor Pump and Equipment has been checked by the Public Works Director, Mr. Gustafson, Sewer and Water Superintendent, Don Jolly, and the City Engineer, George Brown, and the equipment meets the specifications. He explained that the Alternate Bid "A" represents responsibility for a second year of a service contract on the equipment. At this time the Public Works Director spoke about the bids. He further explained that the first year after the final approval of the bid the manufacturers warranty on the equipment is in effect. The addendum in the Form of Alternate Bid "A: means that complete system maintenance agreement is in effect for the second year. Mr. Gustafson indicated his disappointment that the bid of Autocon Industries was not low in view of the fact that the City has 23 years of experience with the company on the present equipment, but that the equipment of Waldor Company meets the specifications and they are a responsible company and the recommendation for award ef bid is therefore to the low bidder. Discussion was held on who actually does the repairs on the equipment. Mr. Gustafson stated that the Waldor Company has people trained in the repair of the equipment. Councilman Norberg questioned whether the bids included semi-conductors which are plastic encapsulated. Mr. Brown stated that none had the glass encap- sulated type. Councilman Norberg indicated that this should be investigated as a change in the equipment. He explained that the plastic encapsulated devices are much less reliable than the hermetically sealed ones. Councilman Heintz expressed concern as to the maintenance of the equipment. He asked if the company will update the present equipment of the city to meet theirs. Mr. Gustafson stated that none of the bidders had a problem with this and that it would be done. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to award the bid to the Iow bidder, Waldor Pump and Equipment for $12,457.OO plus $1,0OO for Alternate Bid A for the second year service contract, and the Mayor and City Manager be authorized toenter into a contract for same. Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Land, Nawrocki-Aye Norberg~bstained -24'7- September 8, 1975 BIDS--LABELLE PARK PHASE II Laura Rotegard, from the Engineering Department, spoke on the bids which had been received for the Phase II of LaBelle Park including earthwork, sod, boulders and rock work, and planting. She stated that the low bidder was Midland Nursery, but that they had not paid any attention to the addendum which had allowed for a differing boulder size than that which had been originally specified. Ms. Rotegard stated that this addendum had been included because many of the bidders had indicated problems with meeting the specifications in regards to the size of the boulders. Ms. Rotegard also spoke on the fact that the second low bidder, Dundee Nursery, had a time for completion at 90 days so they could place the boulders while the ground is frozen. Ms. Rotegard stated that this is the most desirable approach to the placement of the boulders, since driving the heavy equipment across the park when the ground is not frozen would result in the damages to the park. Discussion was held on where these boulders would be placed in the park. Councilman Logacz spoke in opposition to any award of bid which would not: have the work completed yet this year. He stated that I'long termI' contracts tend to never get done, and he would like to see the trees and shrubbery put in place this year. Ms.. Rotegard also pointed out that the low bidder, Midland Nursery, did not fill out the following forms required in the specifications: Affidavit of Non-Collussion, OSHA Compliance, and Affirmative Action Compliance Form. Discussion was held on the possibility that the Midland Nursery simply did not see these forms as part of the actual bid specifications. Ms. Rotegard stated that these were a part of the specifications, and showed the Council where the specifications read that these forms must be submitted with the bids. The City Attorney stated that the Council would be justified in disqualifying the low bidder in that they did not meet the specifications in this part. He stated that the Council would have a harder time justifying the award to the low bidder, when the other bidders met the specifications in every sense, including the filling in of these forms. Councilman Heintz spoke briefly, explaining that the Park Board was in agreement with the award of bid to Dundee Nursery, as recommended by the Engineering staff. Mayor Nawrocki stated that the Council could not disqualify the low bidder, M!dland Nursery, on the basis that they did not reply to the addendum regarding the boulder size. He pointed out that since they did not relate their bids to the addendum, then it must be assumed that they could meet the specifications as originally outlined. He did point out that the finding that the company did not fill out certain required forms would be the basis for awarding the bid to the second low bidder. September 8, 1975 -248- Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to award the bid for Phase II of LaBelle Park to the low responsible bidder complying with the specifications, based on the finding of fact that the apparent low bidder was not in compliance with the specifications because they did not fill in the forms as stated, in the total amount of $21,531.63, and the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to enter into a contract for same. Roll Call: All Ayes SECOND READING ORDINANCE #838 VACATING PUBLIC ALLEY Mr. Watson reported that notices were sent for the second reading, constituting the public hearing, for the second reading of Ordinance #838 Vacating the Public Alley west of Reservoir Boulevard between McLeod and 42nd Avenue. The ordinance was read and offered by Norberg, Seconded by Logacz. One lady present from this area asked who is responsible for the trees in this alley. Mr. Watson responded that the property owners have the surface rights to the property. The city only retains the underground utility easements and does not take care of the surface conditions. Another question asked by an individual present was who pays for a manhole to be installed if it is needed. Mr. Watson responded that this is part of the maintenance of the sewer system and is not assessed. Another man asked if the vacating of this alley means that each property obtains an additional seven feet on their property, and Mr. Watson stated that this is right. Roll Call on Ordinance #838 - All Ayes Ordinance was adopted. RESOLUTION #75-46 REGARDING A GRANT-IN-AID FOR REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES Brief discussion and explanation of this resolution. Mr. Watson reported that a meeting had been held with the program director for the grant~in-aid program and this resolution was a result of that meeting. Councilman Norberg asked whether there is an estimate available on the number of trees this would involve. Councilman Heintz stated that last year, 1974, there had been 20 to 30 trees involved. Resolution #75-46 Offered by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg Roll Call: All Ayes Resolution was adopted -249- September 8, 1975 BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, that WHEREAS, a newly established grant-in-aid program has been established through the Department of Agriculture to give some assistance toward the removal of trees with Dutch Elm or Oak Wilt Diseases, and WHEREAS;, the program allows for assistance to the extent of 25% of the total cost of the removal and disposal of the tree to a maximum of $50.00, and WHEREAS, it is the intention of the City Council to assist their propert:y owners in getting whatever financial assistance is available including such grants-in-aid as may be available, and WHEREAS, it is necessary for the local political unit to agree to set up an assistance program, NOW, THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Manager be authorized and directed to submit the appropriate application to the State of Minnesota known as "Form AGR 37" indicating the intention of the City of Columbia Heights to participate in the removal and disposal program for which subsidies are made available. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights shall grant a local subsidy to the extent of 25% of the costs of removal and disposal of trees certified as having active Oak Wilt or Dutch Elm Disease to a maximum of $50.00. This resolution shall take effect simultaneously with the approval received from the State Department of Agriculture on the city application. TYPEWRITER FOR PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT The Public Works Director, Earl Gustafson, reported that bid requests has been sent to seven different typewriter manufacturers for the equivalent to an IBM Correcting Selectric typewriter, and no response had been received from six of the companies. IBM Corporation has phoned the day' of the meeting to report that their bid was in the mail and would be for $680.00. Discussion was held on the need for a new typewriter. Mr. Gustafson stated that there are two typists in the public works office, and one is using an old carriage electric IBM typewriter, and the type face does not match the IBM Correcting Selectric that the secretary uses. He also reported that even though one is a CETA position, if this position should be discontinued at the end: of the CETA contract period, then the typewriter could be transferred to the Civil Defense Secretary whose typewriter will need replacing in just a oeriod of time. MOtion by Land, Seconded by Logacz to authorize the purchase of an IBM Correcting Single Pitch Selectric typewriter at the total cost of $680. Roll Call: All Ayes September 8, 1975 -250- CURB BY TAXI STAND 40th AVENUE AND VANBUREN STREET Mr. Watson began the discussion by pointing out that had the contractor and owner of the taxi company come to the city for permission to make the full curb cut, and had there been sufficient communication in relation thereto, the long drive may have been allowed in view of the circumstances and needs as they existed. With proper communication the grades would have been set so that the drainage would be good, but as it stands, the drainage is poor. The City Engineer further elaborated on the drainage problems which exist. Mr. LaMont, owner of the taxi company, stated that at the time that the work was done on the driveway, he did not know that this was out of bounds, and had someone come to him and told him that this can not be done, he would not have had it done. Mayor Nawrocki pointed out that this had been done without even consulting with the city. Councilman Heintz asked what the city policy is in regard to curb cuts, and what right the city has to tell them to replace the curb after it is already done. The City Attorney answered that this is the city curb and the city right-of-way on the street and no one can remove or change existing conditions without getting permission from the city. A lengthy discussion was held on what might be done to solve the drainage problems without having the drive actually reconstructed. Included in the discussion was the possibility of laying a bituminous overlay to fix the drainage problem. The Public Works Director spoke against this approach, explaining the reasons this should not be done. Councilman Land stated that he feels that the City is partly responsible. The city should have seen what was happening and stopped it at the time, but now that it has been in existence for so long, it is too late to make the contractor reconstruct the curb. He asked that the Engineering Department be directed to look at the conditions and figure out an overlay or something else that would alleviate the drainage problems. Councilman Heintz reported that he had moved to table discussion on the curb at this location until this meeting because at the last meeting the cement contractor, Carl Hanson, had stated that certain discussions had taken place with the Engineering Department and the Public Works Director, and Mr. Heintz had wanted further report on this. -251- September 8, ]9?5 Explanations were given by the City Engineer and the Public Works Director stating that they had not given their permission for Mr, Hanson to make the curb cut driveway the entire length of Mr. LaMont's property. Motion by Land, Seconded by Heintz that the City Manager be directed to have the Engineering Department re-survey the area and see what can be done to alleviate the problems associated therewith, and bring in cost estimates of these possible solutions. Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg, Land-Aye Nawrocki-Nay RECESS at 10:20 p.m. RECONVENE at 10:38 p.m. WATERMAIN AND STREET CONSTRUCTION Monroe Street, 45th to 46th At this time Clayton Berg,Assistant City Engineer, reported on what the Hilltop City Council had decided in relation to the watermain and street construction on this boundary street between Hilltop and Columbia Heights. He stated that the Hilltop Council had agreed to the watermain construction along the lines as outlined to them by the City Manager, Malcolm Watson, but that the street construction was still under consideration. One gentleman was present from the Columbia Heights side of Monroe stating his anger at the delays which are taking place in regard to the building of the street. DENTAL CLINIC - 999-5Oth Avenue N.E. Mr. Watson exp]ained that the representatives from this Dental Clinic to be built at 999-5Oth Avenue had been present at the last Planning and Zoning Commission meeting and had been turned down for their building as proposed since they were to build eleven feet from ~he east property line and the ordinance requires twenty feet. They had in turn asked that the City Council consider granting the variance to the ordinance to allow the eleven foot side yard. The day of the Council meeting they had come in with a revised plan which located the building the required twenty feet, and at this time they were asking for approval of the plan and the granting of the necessary permit. Mayor Nawrocki noted that the screening on the north side of the property apparently was not included and that this should be added. Discussion was held on what had taken place at the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Councilman Logacz, Council representative on the commission, stated that the commission had been concerned in that the plans did not meet the ordinance as far as the side yard requirements, and that they had not really considered the approval of the plans. September 8, 1975 -252- Dr. Wolfe stated that he had been working with the City Planner on the plans for this property since the beginning and at no time did Mr. Otterson state that the building was in the wrong place as regards to location requirements. He asked that the Council consider the approval of the plans, rather than having to reappear before the Planning and Zoning Commission, and delay the matter further. He stated that he had asked the general question at the Planning Commission meeting whether the Commission members would approve the plans if the building was located 20 ft. from the property line as required, and he had felt that they were in agreement with the plans as a whole if this requirement was met. Councilman Logacz pointed out that since no formal action was taken by the commission to approve the plans as presented other than the consideration of the location of the building, then they have not really committed themselves to approval of the plans. The City Attorney stated that under the Zoning Code the Planning and Zoning Commission must be the ones to give the approval of the plans and not the City Council. The ordinance gives the planning commission the power to review plans. Councilman Logacz stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission would get together as soon as possible in a special meeting to expedite the Dental Clinic situation to avoid any further delays so that the doctors would not have to wait until the next regular meeting in October for the approval. Mayor Nawrocki asked that the Commission give particular attention to the screening requirements on all four sides of the property. ASSESSOR'S ASSOCIATION MEETING Motion by Land, Seconded by Logacz to authorize the expenses for the City Assessor to attend the annual assessor's association meeting at Grand Rapids, Minnesota October 23 and 24. Roll Call: All Ayes Mr. Watson stated that the estimated cost of this convention is $150.00, and that $180.64 remains in the assessors account for this expenditure. PUBLIC HEARING ON 1976 CITY BUDGET Mayor Nawrocki called this public hearing for September 25, 1975 at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. INFORMAL BIDS FOR REMODELING FOR PRINTING ROOM Mr. Gustafson explained the informal bids received from two individuals on the drafting room remodeling for the print room, and an Alternate Bid for wall paneling the public works offices. Nedegaard Construction bid the remodeling at $1,930.00 and the wall paneling at $2,071.75. Merrill Moen bid the remodeling at $1,045.O0 and the wall paneling at $1,165.O0. Mr. Gustafson -253- September 8, 1975 explained the reason for adding the wall paneling on the bids. He stated that the ventilating system in the public works building is a closed circulating ventilating system which does not allow outside air to come into the building. The walls in the offices are stained and it is impossible to wash the paint. The paneling would facilitate an easier cleaning in that they can be just wiped down. Mr. Gustafson explained that the ventilating system allows for dirt from the shop to circulate to the upstairs offices. Motion by Land, Seconded by Norberg to authorize the award of bid to Merrill Moen on the remodeling of the print room at $1,045.00 and the wall paneling at $1.165.00. Roll Call: All Ayes BIDS ON FIRE MOTOR APPARATUS Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to authorize the City Manager to advertise for bids on one (1) 1250 Gallon Per Minute pumper to be opened October 27 at the regular council meeting. Roll Call: All Ayes VETERAN'S DAY HOLIDAY Mr. Watson informed the City Council that the Veteran's Day Holiday will be celebrated on November ll in the State of Minnesota, and not October 27 as noted on most calendars. The second Council meeting in October will therefore be on October 27. RESOLUTION #75-45 IN REGARD TO THE PLAN OF ASSOCIATION BETWEEN INDEPENDENT LIBRARIES AND MELSA Mayor Nawrocki explained the purpose of this resolution, to oppose the new agreements proposed for the MELSA Association. Mayor Nawrocki explained that the present agreement under the MELSA Association operates in much less restriction to the local libraries than the new agreement would. He pointed out that the new agreement gives too much power to the MELSA board itself and in the end would be running the individual libraries, rather than they continuing as separate entities. Resolution #75-45 was read and offered by Norberg, Seconded by Logacz Roll Call: All Ayes Resolution was adopted. BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, that WHEREAS, a proposal has been received regarding the Columbia Heights library and its relation as an independent library with MELSA and its contracting system, the Anoka County Library, and WHEREAS, our existing system of service to the citizens of our' area has been, and continues to be, of the highest caliber, and September 8, 1975 -254- WHEREAS, there have been no findings of fact indicating the existence of any difficulties, complaints, or problems with the present cooperative agreement which continues to work toward closer working relationships with other libraries, and WHEREAS, proposals for a plan of association does not give the Columbia Heights library opportunity for direct representation or input on decision making, and WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights has provided quality library service for its residents, as well as for approximately 2,000 non-Columbia Heights patrons, in an efficient fiscally responsible manner within the ability of our citizens to finance this activity through local taxation, and WHEREAS, the City Council is limited in the levy which can be made in accordance with the legislative determination, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, on behalf of our citizens, do hereby respectfully request that the MELSA advisory board and the MELSA Trustees reconsider the proposal for the association of our independent library and the MELSA Association and allow us to continue the present program of library service. LICENSES Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Heintz to approve the licenses as listed upon payment of proper fees. Roll Call: All Ayes OLD BUSINESS Councilman Norberg questioned whether the Council wished to discuss the reports received from the staff members regarding their ideas on the location of bumps, and other traffic deterrents in the city. Mayor Nawrocki indicated that this should be delayed, and further review on the part of the City Council be made of the individual reports. Mayor Nawrocki asked what would be done with the cement piles at the high school on 49th Avenue. Mr. Watson indicated that the city crews would now have to take care of hauling it away, since the contractor was unable to get to the piles with his trucks when he was in the vicinity. Mr. Watson stated that the cement will be hauled away shortly. Mayor Nawrocki asked when the sealcoating would be done and was told that the contractor should begin the day following the Council meeting, on Tuesday, September 9. CITY MANAGER REPORTS Mr. Watson reported that the following budget review sessions were scheduled: Tuesday, September 9 7:00 p.m. Library Thursday, September 11 6:30 p.m. General Session Tuesday, September 16 7:30 p.m. Recreation He also stated that a reception is planned for the VietNamese family sponsored by First Lutheran Church at the library on September 16 at 6:30 p.m. -255- September 8, 1975 P~JBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR REPORTS Hr. Gustafson reported that he is working on the preparation of an ordinance which would require permits For all concrete work in the city and would be a complete platting ordinance. He spoke briefly on the need for such an ordinance. Mayor Nawrocki reported that he had received in the mail, addressed to the City Council, a newspaper clipping regarding the banning of dogs in parks and playgrounds in the City of Minneapolis. He turned it over to Mr. Heintz for consideration by the Park Board. Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Norberg Roll Call: All Ayes to adjourn at 12:12~.m. Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor