HomeMy WebLinkAboutJun 13, 1978OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
RECESSED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
JUNE 13, 1978
The meeting was called to order at 8:05 p.m.
Roll Call:
Logacz, Heintz, Nawrocki - present
It was noted that Councilman Norberg was on vacation and Councilman
Hentges was at an HRA meeting and would join the Council meeting later.
LICENSES
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Logacz, that licenses as listed be granted upon
payment of proper fees, to include ratification of the waiver of the fee for
Immaculate Conception Church for their annual picnic and the waiver of fee for
the Lions Club for the Jamboree and the fee for the Mrs. Jaycees food concession
license.
Roll Call: All Ayes
OLD BUSINESS:
3. Reclassification of Accountant Position
The City Manager stated that this information had been submitted to the Council
previously.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Logacz, that the Accountant position be reclassified
as "City Accountant" recognizing a change in accountabilities, and that the range
be established as #23 ($1,253 to $1,550 per month).
Discussion followed on the accountabilities of the new position.
Roll Call: All Ayes
4. Increase in Percentage of Fee Payment to Part Time Inspectors
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Logacz, to increase the percentage of fee payment
to part time inspectors to eighty percent.
Roll Call: All Ayes
5. List of City-owned Property (non tax forfeit)
The City Manager stated the intent of this item is to seek direction from the
Council as to which properties would be considered surplus. Discussion followed
on the list of properties and which should be considered for possible sale.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Recommendation on Funding for Council Recording Equipment
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Heintz, to authorize the expenditure of $2,295 from
Revenue Sharing for the purchase of the Council Recording equipment.
Roll Call: All Ayes
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2. Schools and Conferences:
American Library Association Conference
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Heintz, to authorize the attendance of Rebecca
Loader at the ALA conference in Chicago, Illinois and expenses be authorized.
Roll Call: All Ayes
Councilman Hentges joined the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
3. Purchase of Sanafoam Vaporooter
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Heintz, to authorize the City Manager to expend
up to $910 for the purchase of Sanafoam Vaporooter.
Roll Call: All Ayes
4. Request Approval of Gas Connection Installation
at #2 Pump Station (44th and Reservoir Blvd.)
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Hentges, to authorize the City Manager to expend up
to $1,645 for the installation of a gas connection at #2 pump station.
Roll Call: All Ayes
5. Appropriation for Basketball Court at Prestemon Park
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Logacz, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to
enter into an agreement with the State of Minnesota for a grant for the
construction of a basketball court in Prestemon Park, the City's share being
$4,640, monies to come from the Revenue Sharing account.
Councilman Hentges stated he thought the money should come from the Park Board
account. Discussion followed on the method of financing.
Roll Call: All Ayes
6. Wage Adjustments
No action was required on the proposed salary increases.
7. Police Towing Contract
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Hentges, that the City Hanager be authorized to
advertise for bids on a towing contract, bids to be opened on July 6th at 2:00 p.m.
with a report to the following Council meeting.
Roll Call: All Ayes
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8. Other New Business
Mayor Nawrocki reported that Mr. John Hemak had constructed a replica of the
railroad car which carried President Lincolnls body. This railroad car was at
Huset Park until it was destroyed by fire. Mr. Hemak is now considering building
a small model for display at the library. The Mayor suggested authorizing the
Library Board to discuss this matter further with Mr. Hemak to see if it is a
viable project. He questioned if CETA employees could be used for help.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Logacz, to refer this matter to the Library Board
and ask them to explore further with Mr. Hemak.
Roll Call: All Ayes
CITY MANAGER REPORT
The City Manager pointed out several changes in the items which were included in
his written report to the Council.
Councilman Hentges questioned whether the City should split the cost of a City
parking lot installed on Van Buren between 40th and 41st, with the HRA. Discussion
followed on the funding of the parking lot and the transfer of funds.
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, that the Council authorize $2,600 from the
unallocated general surplus for one half the cost for improvement on the City
owned parking lot on Van Buren between 4Oth and 41st.
Recess at 9:10 p.m.
Reconvene at 9:20 p.m.
Discussion continued on whether a 4/5 or 3/5 vote would be required to pass the
motion.
Roll Call: Logacz, Hentges, Nawrocki - Aye
Heintz - Nay
Mayor Nawrocki ruled that there is a question as to whether 3 or 4 votes are required
for this type of motion to pass and ruled that the City Attorney will research the
matter and report to the City Manager. The City Manager will not act on the matter
until he hears from the City Attorney. If the vote is sufficient the City Manager
will proceed.
Councilman Heintz asked that his vote be changed from a nay to an aye so the bill
can be paid.
Motion by Heintz, seconded by Logacz, to adjourn at 9:35 p.m.
Roll Call: All Ayes
Secretary
Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor