HomeMy WebLinkAboutSept 11, 1978OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
SEPTEMBER 11, 1978
The meeting was called to order at 8:25 p.m.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg, Hentges, Nawrocki - present.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Councilman Norberg.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Norberg, to approve the minutes of the August 28 special
meeting, the August 28 regular meeting, the August 29 special meeting, the August
recessed meeting, and the August 30 recessed meeting as presented in writing and
reading be dispensed with.
Roll Call: All Ayes
PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES
Mayor Nawrocki stated that one good feature of Columbia Heights is its good fire
department. Many of the volunteers have served for a number of years. He stated
he wished at this time to recognize the following four men who have retired from
the fire department in the past few months: Mitch DeMars - 28 years with the
department, Richard Gill - 21½ years, Bill Mattlon - 20 years, and Lawrence Nelson -
21½ years. Mitch DeMars stated that people choose to serve the community in many
ways, he and the other fire department volunteers have chosen to serve their
community in this way.
ORAL PETITIONS
Several Jaycees were present to ask if a ramp could be installed at the Field House
to accomodate the handicapped. Mike Wickander, Jaycee president, stated that the
Field House has handicapped parking spaces outside but no access to the building
for the handicapped. The Mayor asked that this be brought to the Park Board as a
recommendation.
The Mayor noted there was interest expressed in the possibility of a half street
between 41st and 42nd on the east side of Central. Earl Gustafson, Public Works
Director, stated that the project is not planned because the majority of surrounding
property owners do not support the half street. He added that plans were drawn up
several years ago for this project but the neighbors did not support the project at
a public hearing called at that time. Mayor Nawrocki noted that any decision will
hinge on the wishes of the neighbors.
The Mayor stated that he had a call from Mr. Martin regarding the status of some
trees he questioned the Council about several meetings ago. He was told at that time
that he would receive a response from the City Manager but has not to this day. The
Mayor asked the City Manager to please see that Mr. Martin receives a prompt response.
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A resident brought up the subject of an article in the Newsletter on not over-
loading garbage cans because of resulting injury to the garbage men. He stated
he has watched the garbage men loading the cans and noticed that the men do not
know the proper way to lift the cans. He feels the responsibility should rest
with the contractor to instruct his men in the proper method. Councilman Norberg
stated he also had a call on this item from a resident who said he had seen the
garbage men attempt to throw a bag about 50 feet into the truck which also could
cause a back problem. Councilman Norberg stated the contractor should talk to his
men about these items.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:
1. Establishing Salary and Fringe Benefits for Police Officers
The City Manager stated that this contract would cover all police officers and the
dispatcher. He noted two changes in the contract.
RESOLUTION 78-38
BEING A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE SALARY AND
FRINGE BENEFITS SCHEDULE FOR POLICE PATROL OFFICERS FOR 1978
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, that
WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between Local 320 Teamsters representing
Police Officers of the City of Columbia Heights and the City Council's labor
consultant and management bargaining team, and said negotiations have resulted
in the mutually acceptable contract, and
WHEREAS, a copy of said contract is available for inspection at the office of the
City Clerk and is made a part hereof by reference,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the contract as negotiated be and is hereby
established as the salary and fringe benefit program for 1978 for police officers of
the City of Columbia Heights represented by Local 320 upon signing of the contract
documents by both union and City representatives.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized to
execute this contract agreement.
BE IT ALSO FURTHER RESOLVED that the reading in full of the actual contract be,
and it is hereby, waived.
Passed this llth day of September, 1978.
Offered by: Logacz
Seconded by: Norberg
Roll Call: All Ayes
2. Ordinances Regulating Residential Structures in Commercial Zones
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Norberg, to waive the reading of the five ordinances
as sufficient copies were available to the public.
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Page 3
Discussion followed on the reason for reading all five of the ordinances which
were variations of an ordinance regulating residential structures in commercial
zones. The City Attorney stated that the reason for reading the ordinances is so
all five will have had a first reading, the Council can then decide which one of
the five they favor, and then only that one will have a second reading at the next
regular meeting. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended ordinance 897.
Councilman Norberg stated that all these ordinances addressed themselves to the
commercialization of residential property and don't address the problem of controlling
the residentialization of commercial property. He suggested dealing with this subject.
Roll Call: All Ayes
ORDINANCE 894
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE
OF 1977, PERTAINING TO REGULATION OF RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES
IN COMMERCIAL ZONE
The City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1:
Section 9.403(11) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed
June 21, 1977, which is currently reserved shall hereafter read as
follows:
"9.403(11)
No structure within any commercial zone used for dwelling purposes at the
time of passage of this Ordinance or thereafter may be converted to or
used for any purpose other than as a dwelling without an alteration permit
granted pursuant to this section.
Applications for alteration permits shall be treated procedurally in the
same manner as an application for a variance. All applications for altera-
tion permits shall be accompanied by the same fee required for an applica-
tion for a variance. Additionally, an applicant for an alteration permit
may be required before approval thereof to submit such plans as would or-
dinarily be required for issuance of a building permit and for application
for site plan approval.
In recommending approval of the site plan, the Board of Appeals and Adjust-
ments must make the following findings:
(a)
All structures, the site; and the use of the site will conform to
the district requirements for the use proposed after completion of
the alteration in all.respects under this Chapter. The applicant
must meet the prevailing zoning, building, fire, safety and other
Codes for new construction as contained in this Chapter.
(b)
The proposed alteration will totally destroy the residential appear-
ance of the structure. In making this determination, the City Coun-
cil or the Board of Appeals and Adjustments, with the consent of the
City Council, may employ architects and other experts to provide re-
ports or testimony to assist in making such determination. The re-
view shall consider the appearance of the proposed site plan as well
as both the interior and exterior of the proposed altered structure.
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Page 4
Section 2:
The Board of Appeals and Adjustments may grant variances in recommending
an alteration permit only if such variance meets the criteria contained
in Section 9.503(4) and only if the Board makes findings in accordance
therewith.
Section 6.701(1) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21,
1977, which reads as follows:
Section 3:
"No person, firm or corporation shall remodel, reconstruct, add to,
or otherwise alter any residential building now existing in any com-
mercial zone for commercial use."
is herewith amended to read as follows:
"No person, firm or corporation shall remodel, reconstruct, add to,
or otherwise alter any residential building now existing in any com-
mercial zone for commercial use without having first obtained an altera-
tion permit granted pursuant to Section 9.403(11)."
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty
(30) days after its passage.
ORDINANCE 095
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY COD£
OF !977, PERTAINING TO REGULATION OF RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES
IN COMMERCIAL ZONE
The City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1:
Section 9.403(11) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed
June 21, 1977, which is currently reserved shall hereafter read as
follows:
"9.403(11)
No structure within any commercial zone used for dwelling purposes at the
time of passage of this Ordinance or thereafter may be converted to or
used for any purpose other than as a dwelling without an alteration permit
granted pursuant to this section.
Applications for alteration permits shall be treated procedurally in the
same manner as an application for a variance. All applications for altera-
tion permits shall be accompanied by the same fee required for an applica-
tion for a variance. Additionally, an applicant for an alteration permit
may be required before approval thereof to submit such plans as would or-
dinarily be required for issuance of a building permit and for application
for site plan approval.
In recommending approval of the site plan, the Board of Appeals and Adj
ments must make the following findings:
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Page 5
Section 2:
(a)
All structures, the site, and the use of the site will conform to
the district requirements for the use proposed'after completion of
the alteration in all respects under this Chapter. The applicant
must meet the prevailing zoning, building, fire, safety and other
Codes for new construction, as contained in this Chapter.
(b)
The proposed alteration will maintain the outward residential appear-
ance of the structure. In making this determination, the City Council
or the Board of Appeals and Adjustments, with the consent of the City
Council, may employ architects and other experts to provide reports
or testimony to assist in making such determination. The review shall
consider the proposed site plan and the exterior of the proposed al-
tered structure.
The Board of Appeals and Adjustments may grant variances in recommending
an alteration permit only if such variance meets the criteria contained
in Section 9.503(4) and only if the Board makes findings in accordance
therewith.
Section 6.701(1) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21,
1977, which reads as follows: "
Section 3:
"No person, firm or corporation shall remodel, reconstruct, add
to, or otherwise alter any residential building now existing in
any commercial zone for commercial use.
is herewith amended to read as follows:
"No person, firm or corporation shall remodel, reconstruct, add to,
or otherwise alter'any residential building now existing in any com-
mercial zone for Commercial use without having first obtained an al-
teration permit granted pursuant to Section 9.403(11)."
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty
(30) days after its passage.
ORDINANCE 896
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE
OF 1977, PERTAINING TO REGULATION OF RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES
IN COMMERCIAL ZONE
The City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1: Section 9.403(11) of Ordinance Noo 853, City Code of 1977, passed
June 21, 1977, which is currently reserved shall hereafter read as
follows:
"9.403(11)
No structure within any commercial zone used for dwelling purposes at the
time of passage of this~Ordinanceor thereafter may be converted to or
.used for any purpose other than as a dwelling without an alteration permit
granted, pursuant to this section.
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Page 6
Section 2:
ApPlications for alteration permits shall be treated procedurally in the
same manner as an application for a variance. All applications for alte~
tion permits shall be accompanied by the same fee required for an applic~
tion for a variance. Additionally, an applicant for an alteration permit
may be required before approval thereof to submit such plans as would or-
dinarily be required for issuance of ~ building permit and for application
for site plan approval.
In recommending approval of the site plan, the Board of Appeals and Adjust-
ments must make the following findings:
(a)
All structures, the site, and the use of the site will conform to
the district requirements for the use proposed after completion of
the alteration in all respects under this Chapter. The applicant
must meet the prevailing zoning, building, fire, safety and other
Codes for new construction as contained in this Chapter.
(b)
The proposed alteration will maintain the residential character and
appearance of the interior and exterior of the structure and the
site on which the structure is located. In making this determina-
tion, the City Council or the Board of Appeals and Adjustments, with
the consent of the City Council, may employ architects and other ex-
perts to provide reports or testimony to assist in making such deter-
minat'ion. The review shall consider the proposed site plan and both
the interior and exterior of the proposed altered structure.
The Board of Appeals and Adjustments may grant variances in recommending
an alteration permit only if such variance meets the criteria contained
in Section 9.503(4) and only if the Board makes findings in accordance
therewith.
Section 6.701(1) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21,
1977, which reads as follows:
Section 3:
"No person, firm or corporation shall remodel, reconstruct, add
to, or~other~ise alter any residential building now existing in
any commercial zone for commercial use."
is herewith amended to read as follows:
"No person, firm or corporation shall remodel, reconstruct, add to,
or otherwise alter any residential building now existing in any com-
mercial zone for commercial use without having first obtained an al-
teration permit granted pursuant to Section 9.403(11)."
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty
(30) days after its passage.
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Page 7
ORDINANCE NO. 897
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE
OF 1977, PERTAINING TO REGULATION OF RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES
IN COMMERCIAL ZONE
The City Council of the City of Col,,mhia Heights does ordain:
Section 1:
Section 9.403(11) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed
June 21, 1977, which is currently reserved shall hereafter read as
follows:
"9.403(11)
No structure within any commercial zone used for dwelling purposes
at the time of passage of this Ordinance or thereafter may be con-
'verted to or used for any purpose other than as a dwelling unless
the said structure is so altered as to conform to the standards re-
quired for.new construction in the zone in which such structure is
located. The altered structure must meet the prevailing zoning,
building, fire and safety codes contained in this Code."
Section 2: Section 6.701(1) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21,
1977, ~hich reads as follows:
"No person, firm or corporation shall remodel, reconstruct, add
to, or otherwise alter any residential building now existing in
any commercial zone for commercial use."
is herewith amended to read as follows:
"No person, firm or corporation shall remodel, reconstruct, add to,
or otherwise alter any residential building now existing in any com-
mercial zone for. commercial use except as permitted by Section
9.403(11). No person, firm or corporation may occupy such building
for other than dwelling purposes until all the requirements of Sec-
tion 9.403(11) have been met."
Section 3:
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty
(30) days after its passage.
ORDINANCE NO. 898
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE
OF 1977, PERTAINING TO REGULATION OF RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES
IN COMMERCIAL ZONE
The City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1: Sections 6.701(1) and 6.701(2) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977,
passed June 21, 1977, which read as follows:
"6.701(1)
No person, firm or corporation shall remodel, reconstruct, add to,
or otherwise alter any residential building now existing in any
commercial zone for commercial.use."
and
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Page 8
Section 2:
"6.701(2)
The City Building Officer, City Manager, City Planner, or City Attorney
shall have the power to apply to a court of competent jurisdiction on
behalf of the City to abate, restrain, or enjoin any such violation of
6.701(1) without prior Council approval."
are hereby repe~led.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty
(30) days after its passage.
The Mayor noted that the second reading, which takes place at the next regular
Council meeting, will constitute a hearing. Amendments can be made at that time.
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Heintz, to direct the City Attorney to propose
some ordinance to the Council dealing with the residentia]ization of commercial
property for the next regular Council meeting.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg - Aye
Hentges, Nawrocki - Nay
PLANNING AND ZONING RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. Richard Caron, B & B Radiator, 4201 Central
Request for Conditional Use Permit, Variance,
Site Plan Approval
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to concur with the Planning and Zoning
recommendation.
The Mayor ruled that this was not a proper motion.
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, that the Council concur with the Planning
and Zoning Commission for the 10 foot side yard variance, the conditional use
permit, and the site plan.
Councilman Norberg stated he would like the record to show that the variance is
being granted on the hardship of the narrowness of the tot,
Roll Call: All Ayes
2. Cir-Tech, Inc., 3900 California St.
Request for Site Plan Approval
A1 Carlson, Planning staff, reported that Mr. Foster of Cir-Tech appeared at the
Planning and Zoning Commission meeting to request a permit for an addition. The
Planning and Zoning Commission felt the parking problem should be looked into and
denied the request. There are 59 parking spaces presently but only 30 are conforming.
A total of 49 parking spaces would be required with the addition to the building.
Discussion followed on the parking and how it complies with the current ordinance.
Mr. Foster stated he is proud of the work his company had done in the area. He is
asking the Council to consider continuing the variance he received with the building
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when it was first built. He stated he has more than enough parking spaces
because the addition will be storage and will not result in additional employees.
He stated what rules he has made for his employees to stop some of the problems
the neighbors have had~ Councilman Norberg stated that the Council entered into
the agreement with Cir-Tech at the time the building was approved and to discount
the parking spaces on 39th would be a breach of faith at this point.
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Hentges, that the request for variance be granted
on the grounds that the parking is adequate for the situation, on the hardship of
existing structures on the property, and renew the variances previously granted.
Councilman Heintz noted that the Planning and Zoning Commission found there was no
hardship.
Motion withdrawn by maker and seconder.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Hentges, to grant the variance for the construction
of the building and also to grant the variance for parking on 39th Avenue and also
on California to Cir-Tech.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Hentges, Nawrocki - Aye
Norberg - Abstains
3. Richard Stoeckmann, 3853 VanBuren St.
Request for Variance
A1 Carlson reported that the garage would be set back 12 feet instead of the
required 20 feet.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Norberg, that the variance be granted as recommended
by the Planning and Zoning Commission based on the topography of the land.
Roll Call: All Ayes
4. Thomas Miesen, 4034 4th St.
Request for Subdivision
A1 Carlson stated that this would transfer the south five feet of 4034 4th St. to
4028 4th St.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Hentges, that the lot subdivision be granted.
Roll Call: All Ayes
5. John Marchiniak, 4233 Jefferson St.
Request for Special Purpose Fence
A1 Carlson stated that the fence is required because Mr. Marchiniak plans to install
a swimming pool.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Norberg, that the request be granted for a special
purpose fence based on the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Roll Call: All Ayes
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6. Gilbert Bartylla, 4009 Reservoir Boulevard
Request for Variance
This variance is to allow construction of an attached garage.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Hentges, to grant the variance as requested.
Councilman Norberg noted that this is a reconstruction and not a further
encroachment.
Roll Call: All Ayes
7. Roger Fisher, 4531 Madison St.
Request for Special Purpose Fence
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Heintz, that the request for a special purpose
fence be granted for a 48'* chain link fence.
The fence has already been installed. Councilman Norberg stated he would rather
have the person get a permit for the fence before installing it. Councilman Heintz
noted that the owner was just changing the height of an existing fence.
Roll Call: All Ayes
TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. Stop Sign at Polk Place & Pierce Terrace
Stu Anderson, Police Chief, stated that the Traffic Commission had a public
hearing in response to a petition from residents near the intersection of Polk
Place and Pierce Terrace requesting a stop sign at that intersection. The
Traffic Commission is recommending a compromise of placing a stop sign on Pierce
Terrace at the intersection of Buchanan Street, changing the yield sign on Polk
Place to a stop sign, and to stop Pierce Terrace traffic coming down the hill in
a northeasterly direction. Discussion followed on the placement of the signs.
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Norberg, to concur with the Traffic £ommission to
place stop signs on Pierce Terrace at the intersection of Polk Place, to remove
the yield sign on Polk Place and replace it with a stop sign, place a stop sign
on Buchanan to stop westbound traffic, and that two signs will be placed indicating
a curve and recommending speeds of 20 miles per hour.
Roll Call: All Ayes
2. Fairway and 49th
Residents in the area have stated people are having difficulty identifying which street
names go with which streets. The Traffic Commission recommends changing the location
of the street name signs. No action needed from the Council.
3. Truck Traffic on 38th & 3rd Streets
Several residents have complained about the truck traffic at 38th and 3rd. The
Traffic Commission recommends that the staff place 15,000 gross weight limit signs
in the area.
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4. Alleyway between 51st and 53rd West of Central
The Traffic Commission recommends a two-way alley, 24' wide be placed between
51st and 53rd on the west side of Central.
5. Intersection of 42nd and Central
A brief discussion was held on the problem of entering Central from westbound 42nd
because the traffic lane on Central is now next to the curb and a building obstructs
the view of the traffic. The Mayor stated the State planned the urbanization and
the City cannot change the width of the lanes.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1. Letter from Richard Springer
Councilman Norberg stated he believes that the City has taken the proper action in
denying the request of Mr. Springer for reimbursement of charges incurred for
thawing his frozen water line in February. Councilman Heintz stated the City's
policy for many years has been that the pipe from the main to the house is the
owner's responsibility.
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Heintz, to direct the City Manager to write a letter
to Mr. Springer stating that the Council has reaffirmed its policy.
Roll Call: All Ayes
2. Memo from Metropolitan Council
The memo was in regards to a public hearing on revisions to its Operating
Procedures and Review Criteria Manual. This was for the Council's information.
3. September 25 Council Meeting
Mayor Nawrocki noted that there are two Councilmembers who will not be able to
attend the September 25 meeting. He asked if the Council wished to change the date
of the meeting. The City Attorney stated the procedure would be to have someone
appear on September 25 and state that the meeting cannot be called because a quorum
is not present and declare the meeting will be held on October 2.
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Para-Transit Program
The City Manager stated that an application has been presented indicating the type
of service recommended for the City. The recommended fare is 25¢ for children under
12 and for senior citizens and 75¢ for all other riders. The Council should consider
whether these fares are appropriate. The hours of operation were recommended as
6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday
and Sunday. The total budget is estimated to be $150,000. Projected revenue is
$25,000. The net amount that the City would provide would be $12,496.
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Councilman Norberg asked how much latitude the Council would have to change the
program from the one being presented. He also asked whether the City can enter
into a joint agreement with Frid]ey ~f Frid]ey approves a program. The Mayor
stated that it will take a minimum of six to seven weeks to get approval from
Mn/DOT and Metropolitan Council for the program, if all things go we]].
Discussion followed on who would administer the program and the City's share of
this cost.
RESOLUTION 78-39
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT APPLICATION FOR GRANT
PROPOSAL FOR PARA TRANSIT FACILITIES IN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA, THAT:
Authorization is hereby given to the City Manager of the City of Columbia Heights,
Minnesota to submit application to the Minnesota Department of Transportation for
grant proposal for para-transit facilities in the City of Columbia Heights.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT:
The City of Columbia Heights pay ]0~ of the net cost of said program not to exceed
SlS,OOO.
Passed this llth day of September, 1978.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
Logacz
Hentges
Logacz, Norberg, Hentges, Nawrocki - Aye
Heintz Nay
COMMUNICATIONS:
4. Holding of Public Meetings on Election Days
Nemo from Charles Lefebvre, Anoka County Auditor, setting guidelines for holding
meetings on election day. This was for the Council's information.
5. Brooklyn Center Housing Awareness Seminar
Further information was received from Brooklyn Center on the housing awareness
seminar scheduled for Saturday, September 16. This was for the Council's information.
OLD BUSINESS:
2. Waiving of License Fees
This item was informational. The Park Board will consider it further at their
meeting on September 20.
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3. Policy on Damage to Private Property
The City Manager stated he had asked the City Attorney to prepare an appropriate
motion for the Council's consideration. The City Attorney's memo was distributed
to the Council. Mayor Nawrocki stated he doesnlt understand what the motion would
change. Discussion followed on the Council's previous action on this matter and
the Attorneyls current proposal.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Norberg, that all claims against the City as a result
of damage to private property resulting from water main breaks, sanitary sewer
backups and/or storm drain ruptures be reviewed on an individual basis. The
appropriate action on such claims shall be based upon the merits of each claim.
Roll Call: All Ayes
4. Report on Liquor Operations
The City Manager stated his report was sent to the Council in their packet. He
added a complete report will be made to the Council in October based on information
gathered in September.
5. Hearings on Storm Drain Problem Areas
The City Manager stated that a public hearing can be called on any of the five
areas specified in his report. Additional information will be furnished to the
Council before the hearing. Councilman Norberg stated that he doesn't believe a
hearing should be held on the trapped water at the rear of properties facing 39th
Avenue between Hayes and Arthur, back lot drainage north of 37th Avenue between
Buchanan and Lincoln Streets, or drainage in alleyway south of 39th Avenue between
Quincy and Jackson. Councilman Heintz stated he feels the back lot drainage north
of 37th Avenue between Buchanan and Lincoln Street should be included at a hearing.
Mayor Nawrocki stated that opposition to some of this work will be strong and the
Council should expect it.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Logacz, to call for a public hearing for street
flooding at 40th and McKinley, storm drainage on 2nd St., and back lot drainage north
of 37th Avenue between Buchanan and Lincoln St. for Monday, October 16 at 7:00 p.m.
to authorize the City Manager to advertise for the hearing.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg, Nawrocki - Aye
Hentges - Nay
6. Sullivan Lake Property Proposal
Letter from Counselor Realty regarding their interest in the Sullivan Lake
property. This was for the Council's information.
7. Prestemon Park Building
The Park Board is recommending the bid go to Leverette Weekes if the Council will
make up the difference in the fund of $29,300. The City Manager recommends that
the Council reject the bids and rebid the building in January. The bids received
are 30% over the estimate. He does not feel this is reasonable.
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Motion by Norberg, seconded by Hentges, to reject all bids and direct the City
staff to rebid the project in the early part of 1979.
Mayor Nawrocki asked why the City Manager thought better bids could be obtained
next year. He stated he doesn't think the City will get a better bid in the
rebidding process. He thinks the City will end up paying more not less.
Discussion followed on ways to reduce the cost.
Roll Call: Norberg, Hentges Aye
Logacz, Heintz, Nawrocki - Nay
Motion fails.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Logacz, to proceed with the construction of the park
building and award the bid on the park shelter building to Leverette Weekes in the
amount of $64,300 on the basis of low competitive bid and that $30,000 be
appropriated from the General Unallocated fund for the additional cost of this
project.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Nawrocki - Aye
Norberg, Hentges - Nay
8. Lighting of Basketball Courts at Prestemon Park
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Logacz, to award the bid for lighting the
basketball court at Prestemon Park to Heights Electric Company based on low,
responsible bid in an amount of S9,200 and Mayor and City Manager be authorized
to enter into contract for same.
Roll Call: All Ayes
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Logacz, to waive the 11:30 rule and continue the
meeting no later than 12:30 a.m.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Nawrocki - Aye
Norberg, Hentges - Nay
9. Dual Purpose Courts Resurfacing
The City Manager received a letter from the City of North Mankato stating their
repeated unsuccessful attempts at resurfacing a dual purpose court. This was for
the Councills information.
A letter from the City Attorney recommended paying the bill to NDH for surfacing
of the courts.
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to concur with the City Attorney's
recommendation to pay the money held in excrow to NDH for the balance of the work
on the tennis court project.
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Councilman Norberg asked if every bit of work was done to the City's satisfaction.
He suggested that no money be paid until all the work is done. Discussion followed
on how much is owed to NDH.
Maker and seconder of the motion changed the motion to "to pay the contractor the
money owed him except 10% plus $500 for work to be completed."
Roll Call: Logacz, Hentges, Nawrocki - Aye
Heintz, Norberg - Nay
10. Other Old Business
Discussion was held on the City's policy of collecting a $100 deposit from
plumbers before they are allowed to dig up a street.
SCHOOLS AND CONFERENCES:
1. Tom Reizer
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Hentges, to authorize attendance and expenses for
Tom Rejzer to the Outdoor Athletic and Recreation Facilities Seminar on October 9
and l0 in Madison, Wisconsin.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Hentges, Nawrocki - Aye
Norberg - Nay
2. Don Johnson and Don Hanson
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Hentges, to authorize attendance and expenses for
Don Johnson, Fire Chief, and Don Hanson, Firefighter, to attend the ISFSl Fall
Conference from September 28 to October 1 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Hentges, Nawrocki - Aye
Norberg - Abstains
NEW BUSINESS:
I. Bids on Wine Coolers for Off Sales
The City Manager presented the proposal from Superior Products for wine coolers.
Councilman Norberg stated he doesn't see a need for wine coolers.
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Heintz, that the City Manager be authorized to expend
up to $1,845 for two wine display coolers for the liquor store operations based on
low competitive bids.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Hentges, Nawrocki - Aye Norberg - Nay
LICENSES
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Hentges, that licenses as listed be granted upon
payment of proper fees.
Roll Call: All Ayes
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PAYMENT OF BILLS
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Heintz, that bills as listed be paid except
#26757 to Northwestern Bell and #26740 to Metro Printing.
Councilman Norberg brought up the question of the bill from Metro Printing for the
printing of the Newsletter and stated he would like further information.
Motion by Norberg to amend to include #26649 be exempted for supplies for the fire
department.
Motion dies for lack of a second.
Roll Call on main motion: Logacz, Heintz, Hentges, Nawrocki
Norberg Nay
Aye
Councilman Norberg left the meeting at this time.
RESOLUTION 78-40
WHEREAS, Councilman Gayle R. Norberg has or may possibly have a financial interest
in the following company and whereby the City of Columbia Heights has obligated
itself to pay bills in the following amounts to those companies as listed below:
Northwestern Bell
$259.27
and, WHEREAS, the Council has determined that the contract price for each of the
above listed bills is as low or lower than the price at which the commodity or
service listed could be obtained elsewhere the City Council of the City of
Columbia Heights hereby resolved the above listed bills be paid out of their
proper funds upon the filing of an affidavit with the city clerk in accordance
with Minnesota Statute 471.89, Subdivision 3, by Councilman ~lorberg.
Offered by: Heintz
Seconded by: Logacz
Roll Call: All Ayes
Councilman Norberg rejoined the meeting at this time.
Mayor Nawrocki stated the meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 13, at 7:00 p.m.
at the library to discuss the 1979 proposed budget is cancelled.
The meeting scheduled for Thursday at 7:00 p.m. will be at the Field House.
Meetings for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, September 18, 19, and 20 at 7:00 p.m.
will be at the library.
The Mayor stated he had a letter from the County dealing with the State classification
of various water bodies within the commcnity which will be passed on to the City
Engineer.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by togacz,
Roll Carl: All Ayes
Council Secretary'
Bru~ G. Nawrocki, Mayor