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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMar 25, 1976OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 25, 1976 -134- Meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Council President Heintz. Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg, Hentges-present Nawrocki-absent Mr. Heintz stated that Mayor Nawrocki would be a little late due to another meeting. Mayor Nawrocki arrived at approximately 8:45 p.m. Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Logacz to name Margo Emerson Secretary for the meeting. Roll Call: All Ayes Councilman Heintz explained that the purpose of the meeting is to see if the people on certain streets as listed want to improve their streets by curb, gutter, and base and mat. This is the official public hearing on same. ENGINEERING PRESENTATION Clayton Berg, Assistant City Engineer, presented various transparencies explaining the proposed street construction projects. Included in these transparencies were: an example of a typical street cross-section, showing what a typical street consists of; explanation of which streets in the City are proposed for improvement; example of the type of curb to be used-here Mr. Berg explained that it would be barrier curbs. He explained that the work would all be done on a contract basis by the lowest responsible bidder, with the Engineering Department supervising. He also stated that the curb would be done with a curb machine. All sidewalks to be removed for the construction would be replaced. The State Aid streets would include sodding in the restoration work. Sodding on the other residential streets would be an option which the Council would decide. Mr. Berg also explained the assessment procedures, and how these assessments are applied on a typical lot that is 40 feet. He also stated that the assessments can be spread a maximum of ten years. He said that the estimate on most of the streets, with a few exceptions on certain streets having special circumstances, is $14.OO per front foot, and $4.67 per avenue foot. If sodding were to be included, this is estimated at $1.50 per front foot additonal cost. GENERAL QUESTIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE One gentleman from Polk Street asked about sidewalk and it was explained to him that if no sidewalk presently exists on a street, then no sidewalk would be proposed under this construction. Only those streets where sidewalk presently exists would be proposed to have sidewalk replacement done. Another individual questioned the driveway patching that would be done and was told that it would be repaired "in kind'l meaning that the same type of material would be used; i.e., if the driveway is bituminous, then the replacement materials would also be bituminous. -135- March 25, 1976 In response to a question about which streets are state aid streets, and how does a street become eligible for state aid, Councilman Heintz explained the procedures, pointing out that only certain streets within the city are designated as state aid streets. One gentleman asked about the boulevards of a person's lot. Hr. Heintz explained that a normal street right-of-way is 60 ft. which includes 30 ft. of actual street, plus 15 ft. on either side for boulevard. Hr. Gustafson explained that the new construction would try to as much as possible hold the boulevards to where they presently are. A man living on Hadison Places proposed for state aid construction, asked what the design of the street would be, and Mr. Berg explained this to him. Mr. Berg was asked what will happen to the street light along this stretch, and he answered that it would probably have to be moved. At this point the gentleman complained about truck traffic on 38th Avenue where heavy grain trucks travel and should not be. Councilman Heintz told the man that this will be referred to the Traffic Commission, and Councilman Hentges assured the man that it would be on the next Traffic Commission agenda April 5th, at 7:30 in the Council Chambers. HEARINGS ON INDIVIDUAL STREETS AS ADVERTISED BENJAMIN STREET AND STINSON BOULEVARD FROM 40TH AVENUE TO 45TH AVENUE 4024 Stinson: asked what the turn-out would be at 43rd and Mr. Berg explained the design of this project. 2115-43rd Avenue had particular questions on why this street is not a county state aid street, pointing out that Chatham Road is state aid, and this is not as well travelled. City Engineer Brown answered that Stinson is not wide enough for a st ate aid street and that the alignment of the street makes it impossible. 4219 Stinson: had a question on the fact that some driveways are low. Mr. Berg stal~ed that the street would be brought down for the driveways. This individual also spoke at length on his opinion that if Stinson is paved, that this will increase traffic immensely and would become the main traffic road to Apache Plaza. He said that this is what has happened to Arthur Street. When it was paved, it became the main thoroughfare, and by improving Stinson the traffic would transfer over to that street. He asked why the residents should pay for this project entirely when in actuality it benefits more people than those that live on the street. Councilman Heintz spoke briefly that all people want to drive on good streets, and if this man wants to drive on good streets in other parts of town, then he should have a good street in front of his home for others to drive on as well. March 25, 1976 -136- In answer to the question as to what the actual construction time is from start to finish, Mr. Berg explained that the only thing that can be said is that they will all be done in the summer of 1976~ but that the contractor can not be told what to do or when to do it. Councilman Heintz explained this further. The individual asked why only one contractor is obtained for all the streets, viewing his opinion that one contractor will tear up the whole town, whereas separate contractors would tend to get each individual street done faster. Councilman Heintz explained that a contractor being obtained for just a small area, such as only one street, will cost much more, than if one contractor is obtained for all the projects. 4040 Stinson Boulevard: He agreed with the other individual who said that when the street is improved, the traffic will increase greatly. He stated that the people on Stinson are paying for people from all over who will be driving on the street. He stated that all the City of Columbia Heights should have to pay. George Brown pointed out that approximately 80% of the streets in the city are paved, and that people on these streets have paid for their own streets. He asked if this man didn't think that all the streets should be done, or should the city continue to leave those few streets that are not done. In response to a statement from an individual in the audience that some type of traffic deterrents, such as stop signs should be included in the construction to help curb speeding, Councilman Hentges pointed out that the residents of the street are free to come to a Traffic Commission meeting to request stop signs. Motion by Hentges, Seconded by Logacz (Mr. Logacz stated that his second was for the sake of discussion) to approve the construction work as outlined on Stinson Boulevard and Benjamin Street from 40th to 45th. Further discussion followed the motion. One man on the corner of 41st and Stinson stated that people presently speed along the street and through the intersection, and if the chuckholes are removed from the street, the people will travel at 60 MPH. He also stated that the stop signs at the intersection should be enforced better. 4132 Stinson: He stated that he liked the "fixing up" that was done in 1972 and would like it to be done that way again, rather than the permanent street surfacing. Councilman Heintz explained that in 1972 it was major maintenance that was done, and this is only a temporary solution. The man reiterated the idea that permanent street surfacing would result in a racetrack. In response to this statement, Councilman Logacz stated that the solution to speeding is not in traffic deterrents, and stop signs, etc. but the need to change the law for the people who are driving the cars. He stated that the problem will not be solved by leaving the -137- March 25, 1976 streets all broken up. Further, he pointed out that every street has the same problem of speeders. One lady asked if the stop signs at 41st and Stinson could be left up all year around, rather than being taken down in the winter. Councilman Hentges pointed out that this would have to go to the Traffic Commission for their recommendation. City Engineer Brown stated that if the permanent work is done on the street, this would better define the curbs and roadway, and it wou]d be possible to sand this hill better, so that perhaps the !stop sign could be left up in the winter. But he pointed out that this is is a bad hill for driving up when it is slippery, and people wil] be forced to drive another way. Mr. Vernon Hoium spoke at length stating that the majority of the people on the street favor the improvement, but that they want a built in speed deterrent to tell the driver he is going faster than 30 MPH. Mr. Hoium suggested that a dip be built in at the low point on the road to slow traffic. Mr. Berg explained the problem of building a dip into the street, pointing out that there is not enough leeway for drainage if the street is made lower in one spot. He also pointed out that what one car may be able to negotiate at 30 MPH perhaps another would not and there would be a liability problem if a car is damaged due to the built in speed deterrent. He stated that anything of this nature must go to the Traffic Commission, as the Engineering Dept. can not build in such traffic deterrents by themselves. The City Engineer also spoke briefly on the fact that the city is liable if a car is damaged because a "bumpI' or something similar was built into the street. One gentleman from the street asked exactly what the procedure is on approving or disapproving a project. Counci]man Heintz stated that it takes a 4/5 vote of the council to approve a project. The man spoke at length on his opinion that a committee of people from the area should be formed to investigate the alternatives and come back and give a recommendation to the Council at a later date. Prior to the Roll Call on the motion to approve the project, Councilman Norberg spoke briefly on exactly what goes into a state aid designation on a street. He also informed the audience that he is all in favor of bumps, and simi]ar devices as speed deterrents. It was noted that a letter was received from Betty Ann Dahl, 4440 B~njamin Street, stating "This is to confirm the telephone conversation we had early this afternoon. I vote yes for resurfacing and putting in curb, gutter on Benjamin Street N.E. I also vote yes four sodding my front yard.~' The letter was addressed to the City Engineer, George Brown. Roll Call on motion to approve the project on Benjamin and Stinson, 4Otb to 45th: All Ayes (Nawrocki absent) March 25, 1976 -138- 43rd AVENUE, RESERVOIR BOULEVARD TO BENJAMIN STREET One lady from this area ssked about the sodding which would be proposed. Councilman Heintz stated that sodding is not included, and that the homeowner would have to do this himself. It was explained that the cost to have the contractor do the sodding would be much higher than what the individual property owners could get it done at. Mr. Berg explained the design proposal for this street, including the fact that a short storm drain is necessary. He informed the people that this does not increase the cost though, and the estimate would remain at $14.00 per front foot and $4.6'7 per avenue foot. Mr. Ken Wyckoff, 4621 Reservoir Boulevard, asked about the grade of the street, stating that he built his house to the grade of the street, and it is low. Mr. Berg explained what would be proposed on the new construction. Some individual questions on what the assessment would be to particular properties were answered by the City Assessor, Mildred Carlson. 2100 - 43rd Avenue: Stated that he is happy with the minimum maintenance that is done on his street and is opposed to the permanent street construction. 4301 Tyler stated that he is opposed to the work as well, and asked that a poll of the people be taken. 4260 Polk: He stated that he is in favor of having the work done. He said that "Yes, the City should fix it up~'. He spoke about the dirt and dust which is raised every two or three years when the city comes through to work on the street, and expressed his desire that a permanent street be made to stop this. Councilman Norberg asked what the City Engineer's comment is on the condition of 43rd Avenue. Mr. Brown stated that it is not in good shape. There is a failure at least every 25 ft. between Reservoir and Arthur. If the street is left as it is, it will continue to break up every spring as it is now. One individual stated that the maintenance the city does is plenty good, and there is no need for anything more permanent. Councilman Heintz pointed out that the City is trying to maintain a street that never actually was. The approximate cost for major maintenance is $1.50 a front foot. The man felt that there is no need for major maintenance. -139- March 25, 1976 The gentleman from 4260 Polk who favors the project stated that at least the street should have major maintenance if not a permanent surface, because the street is breaking up and needs something done. At this point Councilman Hentges spoke at length stating that others in town with permanent streets, including himself, had to pay for their streets to be put in, and that now these people, as well as himself, are expected to pay for the maintenance that is done on the streets that are not permanent. He stated that now is the time for everyone to have their street put in so that all the streets are the same. He pointed out that the City is fifty years old and the City should have been done a long time ago. Every year the work gets more expensive and now is the time to do it, because it will be done eventually some day regardless of other considerations, so it should all be done now when it is less expensive. Motion by Hentges, Seconded by Norberg to approve the project as proposed on 43rd Avenue, Reservoir Boulevard to Benjamin Street. One man asked how the Council expects people on social security to pay these assessments. Councilman Heintz pointed out that this is always a problem and will always continue to be. The man stated that something should be done to get these people some aid in paying the assessments. Councilman Hentges reminded the man that these assessments can be carried out five to ten years. The Assessor, Mrs. Carlson, recommended that these projects be spread eight to ten years, and the individual in the audience asked that the Council keep in mind when the determination is made, that the people wish that the assessment be spread over ten years. In response to a question on the interest on these assessments, Mrs. Carlson verified that the interest charged is by law 8%. Roll Call on motion to approve the project: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg, Hentges-Aye Nawrocki abstained in view of the fact that he was not present for the major part of the discussion. One man spoke out asking why the Council even holds a public meeting and gets the people to come in if the Council is going to approve the projects even if all the people are opposed. Councilman Heintz stated that the Council must keep in mind the concerns of the City as a whole, and not just of the one particular area. Mr. Heintz further stated that he feels that all the streets in the City should be done. TYLER STREET, 4Oth to 45th Clayton Berg began by explaining what is proposed to be done on this street. He stated that no curb is proposed where it already exists, and this makes the assessment varied depending on whether or not the property has curb in front or not. He explained the proposed assessments as follows: March 25, 1976 -140- West side of Tyler between 40th and 41st East side of Tyler between 40th and 41st Tyler Street, 41st to 43rd Tyler Street~ 43rd to 45th $14.00/front foot 8.00 (has curb) 8.00 (has curb) 14.00 No sodding would be done by the City. A gentleman from 4307 Tyler Street spoke at length in opposition to the project. He stated that he thought that the Council would consider what the citizens had to say. The people came to tell the individuals they elected how they feel about the proposals. He pointed out that no one travels on Tyler except those who live there, and if they don't want the work done, then they should not have to have it. He stated that he has a petition opposed to the work, urging the elected officials to deny the project. He also stated that in response to prior comments that no matter what the work would be done eventually, he stated thet he did not feel that he would ever want it done. PETITIONS: Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Logacz to accept the petition in opposition to the work on Tyler Street, 42nd to 43rd, and place on file. Roll Call: All Ayes Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Hentges to accept the petition opposed to the work on 43rd Avenue and to place on file. Roll Call: All Ayes Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Norberg to accept the petition opposed to the work on Tyler, 40th to 41st, and place on file. Roll Call: All Ayes Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Hentges to accept the petition opposed to the high cost of the work on Tyler Street, 41st to 43rd and place on file. Roll Call: All Ayes Mayor Nawrocki noted that a call had been received from Mr. Lawrence Peterson, 4434 Tyler Street, stating that he is in favor of the project. 4445 Tyler Street: He stated that the people in his block are in favor of having their street done, and asked if the plans would include a cul-de-sac at the end of the block. Mr. Berg answered that it would just be a dead end construction, and no cul-de-sac. The man asked if one block can be done if the rest of the blocks are opposed. Discussion held on the possible need for a cul-de-sac, and the possibilities of putting one in instead of the dead end. Mayor Nawrocki stated that he feels that Tyler from 40th to 43rd is in pretty good shape and he would suggest that only 43rd to 45th be considered. -141- March 25, ]976 4235 Tyler suggested that in view that there are three separate situations along this street, three separate consideration should be made. In response to a question on what the costs are estimated to be two years from now, Mr. Brown reported on the cost raises over the past few years and stated the difficulties of projecting into the future. 4201 Tyler: Asked if an alternative to complete construction might be sealcoating. Mr. Brown stated that there is no structure there to seal, no base, and sealcoating would not be worth it. He stated that the street would have to be reworked first. 4420 and 4423 stated that they want the work done. 4240 Tyler stated that the street is adequate right now and no work should be done as is proposed. Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Logacz to approve the project on Tyler Street as proposed with the following amendments: 1. Remove the portion from 40th to 43rd 2. Include a cul-de-sac design on the end of the 44th to 45th block at the 45th end Roll Call: All Ayes The gentleman at 4234 Tyler Street stated that the water department should fix the curb in front of his property, stating that Mr. Jolly, Sewer and Water Superintendent, has told him in the past that it would be done, but to date it has not. Mr. Brown agreed that it must be done, and stated that it would be placed on the miscellaneous curb construction for the coming summer. POLK STREET, 41st to 43rd AVENUE Clayton Berg explained the street construction, and Mr. Brown explained the necessary water connections in transfering the water service in the block from 41st Avenue to 42nd Avenue from the Minneapolis watermain to the Columbia Heights watermain. In response to a question of whether the street couldn't be constructed without the water service connections, Mr. Brown explained why it is necessary for the connections to be made in case of the future need to make these transfers, and now would be time when the street is torn up for construction. 4]20 Polk questioned whether, if Minneapolis decided that the water connections be discontinued on the Minneapolis line, they wouldn't have to be responsible. He also asked why the connections weren't made when others in the area were made and why the property owners should pay more now than those people did before. March 25, 1976 -142- Mr. Brown explained that at this time the property owners will only be charged $3.50 per assessable front foot for the service transfers, which is the amount they would have paid had the tranfers been made in 1970 when they were made on Polk Street from 42nd to 43rd. The rest will be paid out of general funds. 4158 Polk asked about a low spot near his property. Mr. Berg stated that as far as he can see all the lots should be drained properly under the proposed construction as the street grade will be brought down to accomodate the drainage. Motion by Hentges, Seconded by Heintz to approve the project as proposed on Polk Street, 41st to 43rd Avenue. Roll Call: All Ayes Councilman Norberg asked if it isll't common to allow construction, such as the connecting of the water service lines, to settle before putting in the street on top, to prevent sinking of the street. Mr. Berg explained that these connections would be made by drop holes rather than trenches, so there would be no problem. HAYES STREET, 37th to 39th Mr. Berg explained the construction proposed on this street, stating that certain driveways will have to be cut back. Mr. Berg listed some of the addresses of the places where the driveways wodld have to be cut back. The construction involves the removing of dirt and replacing, moving of power poles. Quite a bit of sloping is needed which involves cutting into the banks on the east side of the street. He explained that the present driving surface is to the west of the actual street right-of-way, and this will be corrected. PETITION: Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to accept the petition in opposition to the work on Hayes Street between 37th and 39th Avenue and to place on file. Roll Call: All Ayes Mayor Nawrocki noted the receipt of a letter from Mr. Albert Urspringer, 3719 Hayes Street stating his opposition to 'the work, and further stating that if the project is approved, the City will be responsible for the following: 1. All costs relating to the removal and setting back of his water stopbox. 2. Construction of a retaining wall 90 feet long built to his specifications. 3813 Hayes had further questions on the how the work would affect driveways and what replacement would be made, and Mr. Berg explained this further. 1702 - 39th Avenue stated that he is very much in opposition to being made to pay for the work on Hayes Street. Avenue charges were further explained. Motion by Hentges, Seconded by Norberg to approve the project on Hayes Street, 37th to 39th as proposed. Roll Call: Logacz~ Norberg, Hentges, Nawrocki-Aye Heintz-Nay -143- March 25, 1976 MADISON PLACE, 37th Avenue to 39th Avenue Mr. Berg explained the project, followed by a brief discussion. One gentleman asked what will happen to 37th Avenue in the future. Mayor Nawrockii explained that when all the water work needed is done in that area, 37th Avenue will become a joint project between Minneapolis and Columbia Heights. 3727 Madison Place asked what the charges wi1] be to his property, and the City Assessor explained it to him. It was explained that since this is a state aid project, the only assessment will be for curb and gutter estimated at $6.00 per assessable front foot, or $2.00 per avenue foot. However, there will be no cost to the property owners if curb is existing. This also applies to areas where curb exists but will have to be removed to attain a minimum state aid width. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to approve the project on Madison Place, 37th to 39th as proposed. Roll Ca]]: All Ayes JEFFERSON STREET, 40th AVE~UE TO 45th AVENUE Clayton Berg explained this project which includes the removal of boulevard trees to facilitate the widening of the street. He explained that this is a state aid project and would be constructed to state aid standards. The proposal is for a 44 foot wide street, which would allow for two lanes of traffic and two parking lanes. Mr. Berg had transparencies showing the project. He explained that there would be no cost proposed to be assessed against the property owners, as there is presently curb and gutter all along the street, and since this is the case, no charge would be made for the replacement curb and gutter. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Hentges to accept the petition opposed to the widening of Jefferson Street N.E. and place on file. Roll Call: All Ayes At this time the individual who circulated the petition suggested making the street a one-way or else have parking on one side only. Mayor Nawrocki read verbal comments received on this project prior to the hearing. These included Mr. John Arrington, 4334 Jefferson~ who was not against the paving but questioned about boulevard parking as he has no alley or driveway. The other was from 4448 Jefferson stating that he is against the project, and questioned the assessment and driveway construction. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg to place these comments on file. Roll Call: All Ayes One gentleman again questioned what the property owners will be expected to pay on this project. Mr. Berg restated that there would be no cost to the homeowner. Sidewalks, curb, and gutter will be replaced at no cost to the property owners. Mr. Berg also explained that work done with state aid monies must meet with state aid requirements, and in particular, in this case, to the width of the street requirements. March 25, 1976 -144- Mayor Nawrocki reiterated that everything presently in existence along this street, with the exception of the trees, would be replaced. At this point Mr. dohn Harwood, 4141 Jefferson Street, asked if he could show the audience a transparency he had with him, showing a 44 foot wide street, similar to what is being proposed for Jefferson. Upon showing the transparency, he spoke against having the street constructed to such a width. 4327 Jefferso~ Street stated that he is opposed to the widening of the street. He spoke about what he sees as deterioration since the watermain construction and asked how the Engineering Dept. could have okayed the work at that time, instead of making the contractor do a better job. Mr. Brown pointed out that it is not the watermain side of the street that is breaking up so badly. Mayor Nawrocki explained what had taken place at the time the contractor was finishing the work here. He stated that delays were made in giving the City's approval of the finishing work on the street, and that he (Mayor Nawrocki) was also unhappy with the restoration work but he is satisfied that the City went as far as it could go to get good restoration. Mr. Borchardt, 4327 Jefferson, asked about snow removal when the street is widened to such an extent, and what the cost will be for this removal. Mr. Gustafson, Public Works Director, explained that snow removal comes out of general funds for snow removal, and he also explained the procedures used in snow removal throughout the city. Mr. Borchardt felt that this removal is at quite a cost to the city. Mr. Harwood again spoke saying that he is knowledgeable with state aid requirements and that there are other alternatives which could be considered, other than the 44 ft. width street. He suggested consideration of something smaller, such as the 36 ft. or 32 ft. Mr. Brown agreed that under special circumstances the 36 ft. or 32 ft. could be considered. He stated that with the 36 ft. width there can be only one parking lane, and two traffic lanes. With the 32 foot width no parking is allowed. Mayor Nawrocki asked about the necessity of removing trees for the 32 ft. or 36 ft. Mr. Brown stated that tree removal would be just as necessary for any of these designs as they are close to the street. Several residents spoke in opposition to having any work done at all. Mayor Nawrocki stated that in effect this meant that the people wanted Jefferson taken off the state aid system, and when the street fails completely, they want to be the ones to pay for the work. One gentleman along Jefferson stated that he would favor the 32 ft. width with all parking removed from the street. -145- March 25, 1976 Councilman Hentges spoke at length on problems encountered by the Traffic Commission on previous occasions when the elimination of parking on one side of Jefferson was discussed. He stated that neither side of the street wants to give up their parking and the Traffic Commission had been unable to make a determination to remove any of the parking under those circumstances. Mr. Hentges stated that if the people would go along with no parking on Jefferson, he would favor the 32 ft. width. Mr. Harwood suggested that a complete report be prepared on all the alternatives to the construction and meetings be set up with all the residents to explain all the possibilities, before any determination is made by the Council on what will be done. One man again brought up the idea of making Jefferson a one-way street. Brief discussion on state aid requirements on one-way streets, and the fact that if Jefferson is made a one-way, this would necessitate making another street one-way the other way. One man from Jefferson asked if a one--way street makes a tendency for traffic to travel faster. Mr. Brown stated that it usually does. Motion by Hentges, Seconded by Norberg to approve the project on Jefferson Street with the 44 ft. width plan. No Roll Call taken. Mayor Nawrocki suggested delaying discussion on this project and bringing it up at a later date, after information is supplied to the residents. Councilman Hentges reiterated his belief that the people on Jefferson will not be willing to give up any parking, such as would have to be done on a narrower width, and this is why he favors going ahead with the 44 ft. plan. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to table further consideration of the project on Jefferson Street for approximately thirty days, and in the meantime the Engineering Department is to 9et out further information to the people on all the possible alternatives of the construction, Roll Call: All Ayes Mayor Nawrocki stated that this should be brought back to a special meeting set just for this purpose. Councilman Logacz stated that the people should come back with a definite idea on which design they prefer, as the street will be worked on eventually, and widened somewhat no matter which plan is decided upon. He said that it is the intention of the Council to approve the project thirty days from now. Mayor Nawrocki stated that a complete narrative on the possible alternatives should be sent to the people. Also, Mayor Nawrocki stated that the Engineering Department should send a response t:o Mr. Erspringer, 3719 Hayes, with copies to the City Council, on Mr. Erspringer's letter regarding the work on Hayes Street and the City responsibility for stopbox and retaining wa]]. March 25, 1976 -146- RESOLUTION #76-17 ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS Offered by Logacz, Seconded by Heintz Resolution #76-17 was adopted. Roll Call: All Ayes WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights by Motion on the 23rd day of February, 1976 ordered notice of a hearing to be given to property owners, and WHEREAS, pursuant to a notice of hearing certain residents appeared at a Council meeting on the 25th day of March, 1976, and WHEREAS, the Council determines to proceed with this local improvement, a portion of the cost being defrayed by special assessments under Charter Provisions, NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED: That the location and extent of such improvements is as follows: Curb, gutter, and asphalt mat on Stinson Silver Lane-43rd Avenue Benjamin 43rd to 45th 43rd Avenue, Reservoir-Benjamin Tyler Street, 43rd to 45th Polk Street, 41st to 43rd Hayes Street, 37th to 39th Madison Place, 37th to 39th 2. That the materials to be used are as follows: Bituminous materials and concrete That a careful estimate of the cost of the improvements has been made by the City Manager and the several lots and parcels of land fronting upon and adjacent to such proposed improvements, which he deemed benefitted thereby, were properly notified of said hearings, and 4. That the City Manager shall also list the names and owners of the several parcels so improved as nearly as can be ascertained. 5. These improvements shall also be known as Project No. 711 Mayor Nawrocki noted that Mr. Watson urges the Councilmen who have not yet turned in the information sheet requested by the bond consultant (Heintz, Hentges, Norberg) to do so immediately. Mr. Borchardt, regarding Jefferson Street, asked that the Engineering Department meet with Mr. Harwood to discuss the possible alternatives to this street, as it seemed that Mr. Harwood was well versed in this area. Mayor Nawrocki agreed. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to adj__. ~.~All A~s~ Bruce G.'Na~rocki, Mayor Secretary