HomeMy WebLinkAboutMar 10, 1980OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
MARCH ]O, ]980
The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg, Hentges Present
It was noted by Council President Heintz that Mayor Nawrocki was out of town.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Councilman Norberg.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting of February 25 as presented in writing and reading be dispensed with.
Roll Call: All Ayes
ORAL PETITIONS
Lawrence Bever, 3961 Van Buren Street, stated that he would like something done
about the parking situation in the parking lot next to his house which is owned
by the County and N. E. State Bank. The City Manager was directed to talk to
representatives from the County and the Bank and send a letter to the Council
and Mr. Bever stating what action is decided on.
Mr. Sy was present to discuss the apartment he owns at 4200 3rd St. A neighbor
has been complaining about the garbage container placement for the apartment
because refuse is blowing into his yard. Mr. Sy admitted that a proper job of
keeping the area clean has not been done because the manager isn't keeping the
top down on the container and the pick up service is not always coming as
scheduled. He asked the Council to please give him another chance to improve
the condition of the area.
Tim Yantos, Administrative Assistant, had pictures of the container showing the
problem. Councilman Heintz asked whether the container could be placed on the
apartment property instead of on City owned property where it is presently.
Mr. Yantos responded that it could but this would eliminate one needed parking
space.
Council President Heintz stated that Mr. Sy has the responsibility not to
infringe on his neighbor's rights and suggested the staff and Mr. Sy meet to
discuss the matter and come up with alternative proposals for the next Council
meeting. In the meantime, the area should be cleaned up and kept clean.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:
1. First Reading of Ordinance Regarding
Energy Awareness, Science and Technology Commission
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Norberg, to dispense with the reading as sufficient
copies were available to the public.
Roll Call: All Ayes
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ORDINANCE 9O8
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF
1977 PERTAINING TO THE CREATION OF AN ENERGY AWARENESS, SCIENCE
AND TECHNOLOGY COMMISSION
The City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1:
Section 3.314 of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June
2l, 1977, which is currently reserved, shall hereafter read as
follows, to-wit:
"SECTION 14 - ENERGY AWARENESS, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY COMMISSION
An Energy Awareness, Science and Technology Comnission is hereby
established which shall consist of seven (7) permanent members to
be appointed by the Council for terms of three (3) years each.
Permanent members shall be residents of the City and shall include
one member of the Council. At least four (4) permanent members
shall possess technical expertise by virtue of education, training,
or experience in the physical sciences, engineering, or mathematics
and shall possess at least a baccalaureate degree therein. No
person may be reappointed to the Commission unless such person has
demonstrated increased education, training or experience since the
time of the person's last appointment such that the member's technical
perspective has been braodened. No person may be appointed to more
than two (2) consecutive three (3) year terms.
3.314(2)
The Energy Awareness, Science and Technology Commission shall
establish and appoint its own ex officio members of such numbers and
identity as it shall deem appropriate. Terms of ex officio members
shall be of such duration as is necessary and expedient to the
topics being considered by the Energy Awareness, Science and Tech-
nology Commission. The Energy Awareness, Science and Technology
Commission shall continue thereafter to prepare and maintain a current
list of persons who may agree to donate technical expertise helpful to
the topics which may be studied by the Commission. Ex officio
members need not be residents of the City and their expertise need
not be limited to physical sciences, engineering or mathematics.
Each ex officio member shall possess the title of Technical Advisor.
3.314(3)
The Energy Awareness, Science and Technology Commission shall:
(a)
evaluate and advise the Council on highly technological proposals
such as the use of computer services by the City Administrative
Service (as requested by the Council).
(b)
analyze, devise and recomraend to the Planning and Zoning
Commission and Council such changes in the Zoning Code as may
be necessary and desirable to both permit and closely regulate
energy conservation enhancement in structures;
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(c)
provide analysis and advice to the Planning and Zoning
Commission, Council, Administrative. Service or other Boards
and Commissions on technical subjects referred to it from time
to time;
(d)
advise the Council and aid the Administrative Service in the
preparation of technical specifications for the purchase of
technical equipment or services;
(e)
review the City Code to determine areas of obsolescence or
impending obsolescence and recommend changes to the City Council
before such problems become acute;
(f)
conduct such studies as are necessary to advise the City
Council about the development of a City energy policy and
energy action statement;
(g)
inform the residential, commercial and industrial citizens
of the City of the importance of energy conservation and motivate
the public to conserve energy as the City Council shall direct;
and
(h) evaluate its effectiveness in achieving the City Council's
objectives.
3.314(4)
Notwithstanding the foregoing list of duties, the Energy Awareness,
Science and Technology Commission shall undertake none of the tasks
provided in this section unless the City Council specifically directs
it to perform such a particular duty.
Section 2: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty
(30) days after its passage.
The second reading at the Council's next regular meeting will constitute a
public hearing.
2. Second Reading of Ordinance
Regarding Conveyance of Land
ORDINANCE 912
BEING AN ORDINANCE CONVEYING CERTAIN
REAL ESTATE TO DANIEL W. BEAMAN
The City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
Section 1: The City of Columbia Heights shall convey its interest in the real
estate described as follows:
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Lot Thirty-three (33), Block Two (2), (Except South 5')
(Except East 45') (Except South 137-1/2'), subject to
public road and utility easement over the north 30
feet to the City of Columbia Heights, Reservoir Hills,
Anoka County, Minnesota
to Daniel W. Beaman.
Section 2: The conveyance shall be made ty Quit Claim Deed.
Section 3: The purchase price of said property is twelve thousand (St2,OO0).
Section 4: The Mayor and City Manager are herewith authorized to execute the
documents necessary to make such conveyance.
Section 5: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect From and after
thirty (30) days after its passage.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
Hentges
Logacz
Logacz, Heintz, Hentges - Aye
Norberg - Nay
Resolution Regarding Wage Adjustments
for All Non-Union Employees
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Logacz, to waive the reading as ample copies were
available to the public.
Councilman Hentges asked that the resolution be read.
RESOLUTION 80-15
REGARDING SALARIES FOR 1980 CLERICAL
AND TECHNICAL EMPLOYEES, Excluding Other
Employees covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, that:
WHEREAS, it is necessary to make salary adjustments as of January 1, 1980,
to give recognition to cost increases in our area,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that all employees listed in Appendix A receive
an increase of eight percent, established effective January l, 1980, on the
monthly salaries of all full time employees, excluding employees covered by a
col]ective bargaining agreement. Also, said personnel shall be granted up to
$80 per month including dependent coverage for hospitalization and $5,000 term
life insurance. The across the board increase also applies to the range and
step chart used for performance evaluations.
BE IT FURTHER resolved that the salary range for part-time non-union liquor
employees be set at $3.30 per hour to $4.40 per hour.
Offered by: Logacz
Seconded by: Norberg
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A brief discussion was held on the wages paid the 1 quor employees.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg - Aye
Hentges - Nay
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. Terrance Cullen, 2436 Garfield Ave. So.
Request for Variance (Property at 4131 Polk St.
Mr. Cullen is requesting the renewal of a variance previously given him in 1976
and 1978 for a one foot lot width variance and a 13 foot rear yard variance to
allow the construction of a house. However, if the house is not built during the
time the variance is in effect, there will not be any additional extensions.
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Hentges, to concur with the Planning and Zoning
Commission and grant the extension of the two variances for a one year time
frame only, upon the condition that the Cullens obtain their building permit
within two weeks.
Roll Call: All Ayes
2. St. Matthew's Church, 4101 Washington St.
Request for Variance
Motion by Hentges, seconded by.Logacz, to concur with the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommendation to waive the fence requirements pursuant to the City
Code upon the following conditions:
1. That the nursery class size does not exceed twenty children.
2. That the entire weekly program shall not exceed a total of two and
one half hours per day and two days per week.
3. That all exercise and play activities occur within the building of
St. Matthew's Church.
Councilman Heintz stated that the neighbors have objected to a fence and the
Church does not want the fence either. A1 Carlson, City Planner, reported that
the class size was limited to twenty because it was felt that if the class size
was more than twenty children, it would be too difficult to handle without a
fence.
Roll Call: All Ayes
BIDS ON SHARED RIDE PROGRAM
The City Manager stated that bids were opened on the shared ride program and the
low bidder was Town Taxi at $19.20/hour. The other bid was from White Bear Cab
at $23.55/hour.
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Hentges, that Town Taxi Company, Inc. be awarded the
bid for the Shared Ride Para-Transit Program in an amount of $19.20 per hour and
that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to enter into contract for same.
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Mr. Larry Case, 5251 Pierce, Fridley, business agent for White Bear Cab, asked
to present information to the Council on how they came up with the 923.55 bid.
City Attorney Kalina stated that by law the City is required to accept the low
responsible bidder.
Roll Call: All Ayes
USE OF FUNDS ALLOCATED FOR DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT
These requested funds are for appraisals of five homes, two businesses, and
fixtures for a total cost of $1,950.O0.
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to grant the HRA permission to expend
$1,950.00 for the listed appraisals, money to be taken from the Development II
fund.
Councilman Norberg stated his disagreement with the idea of using capital funds
For appraisals.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Hentges - Aye
Norberg - Nay
HILLTOP'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Logacz, that the City Hanager be directed to
prepare a letter embodying the concerns of the Planning and Zoning Commission
on the Hilltop Comprehensiw~ Plan For transmission to the City of Hilltop and
the Metropolitan Council.
Roll Call: All Ayes
FIRE DEPARTMENT PARKING
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Hentges, to concur with the Traffic Commission's
recommendation that 11 parking spaces immediately south of the Fire Department
be reserved for firefighters only.
The City Manager stated his concern that these 11 spaces will be unused most of
the time. He recommended that the number of spaces be 5 or 6 and the firefighters
could double park or reserve the 11 spaces for firefighters and employees only
with the understanding that the firemen would double park behind all 11 spaces
during a fire call.
Discussion continued on the alternatives to the Fire Department's request.
Councilman Norberg stated that the City Manager's suggestion of keeping 5 or 6
spaces for the firefighters where they can double park makes sense to him.
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Heintz, to amend the number of parking spaces to
the westerly five.
Roll Call on amendment: Logacz, tteintz, Norberg
Hentges - Nay
Aye
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Motion by Norberg, seconded by Logacz, to amend that volunteer firefighters be
permitted to stack behind all ll spaces in the area in question during fire calls.
Roll Call on amendment: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg - Aye
Hentges - Nay
Roll Call on amended motion: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg
Hentges - Nay
Aye
RECESS at 9:32 p.m.
RECONVENE at 9:52 p.m.
UNIFORM FINE SCHEDULE
City Attorney Kalina stated that the Council should decide whether or not they
wish to participate in the County program of uniform fines. If they decide to,
they should discuss the suggestions made and adopt the ones they agree with.
Councilman Heintz asked whether a decision could be postponed until the next
meeting when a full Council would be present. Councilman Norberg stated he
doesn't believe the City has any choice but to participate.
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to direct the City Manager and City
Attorney Kalina to send a letter to the judges stating the City would like to
participate in the fine schedule plan and would like to have some input into
the program but need some time to work out the fines.
Roll Call: All Ayes
RECOGNITION PROGRAM
The estimated costs of the employee and commission/board recognition program
was presented.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Bids on Removal of Trees
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Norberg, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager
to enter into a contract with Clark Landscaping for removal of trees and stumps
on public and private property, based on low responsible bid at the cost of
$4.85/inch diameter.
Roll Call: All Ayes
2. Informal Quotations on Sod
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Hentges, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager
to enter into contract with Glen Rehbein Farms for sod to be purchased by the
Park Department in 1980, based on low informal quotation received.
Roll Call: All Ayes
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3. Setting Date for Board of Review Meeting
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Logacz, that the date of Monday, May 5 at
7:30 p.m. be set as the Board of Review meeting for Columbia Heights.
Roll Call: All Ayes
4. Wage Adjustments
Six employees were recommended for merit adjustments. These recommendations
will go into effect administratively.
5. Purchase of Sanafoanl Vaporooter
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to authorize the purchase of ]35 gallons
of Sanafoam Yaporooter from LeeMar Distributors at $34.75 per gallon for a
total of S4,691.25, based on low informa] quotation received.
This is a prop[etary item and therefore the need for competitive bids was not
necessary.
Roll Call: All Ayes
6. Purchase of Sound Level Meter for Police Department
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Norberg, to authorize the purchase of a Sound
Level Meter model 3220 ($700) and one calibrator (S135) from 3M for a total
price of 5835. This model is the only one which met the City's specifications.
Roll Call: All Ayes
7. Purchase of Varda Security System for Liquor Store
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Norberg, to authorize the purchase of a Varda
security system for liquor store C2, cost of such system not to exceed $1,500.
Roll Call: All Ayes
8. Other New Business
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Hentges, to authorize the City Manager to expend
$660.64 for repair of the Chatham Road lift station pump~ and furthermore, that
the Council recognizes that this item is a proprietary item with Waldor Pump and
Equipment Co. having an exclusive distributorship for Chicago pumps.
Roll Call: All Ayes
There will be an Anoka County Industrial Development Day sponsored by several
local Chambers of Commerce.
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to concur with the recommendation to
spend $100 to rent one space at the Anoka County Industrial Development Day.
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Councilman Norberg asked what would be done there. The City Manager answered
that the City is proposing to display some publicity about the community so
interested developers or parties could get information including the proposed
downtown development.
Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Hentges - Aye
Norberg - Abstain
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
The City Manager is asking staff people to give some feedback on the personnel
policy manual. There had been several questions raised by employees on some
of the items. He will be asking the Council for an additional employee holiday.
The City Manager will have a proposed policy revision for the Council at the
next regular meeting.
Don Aker has been appointed as the new Captain in the Fire Department. He is
recruiting a replacement firefighter.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
Senate File #1693 is a bill relating to volunteer firemen's pensions. It seems
to be dead in the Senate but may still be alive in the House. The City Attorney
will keep an eye on it as it affects Columbia Heights.
LICENSES
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Hentges, that licenses as listed be approved upon
payment of proper fees.
Roll Call: All Ayes
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Hentges, to pay bills as listed out of their proper
funds.
Roll Call: All Ayes
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Norberg, to adjourn at 10:30 p.m.
Roll Call: All Ayes
E. "Sebe" Heint~~
C~Council Secre~ry