HomeMy WebLinkAboutJan 15, 1980OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
RECESSED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CiTY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
JANUARY 15, 1980
The meeting was reconvened at 8:15 p.m.
Roll Call: Norberg, Hentges, Nawrocki - Present
Councilman Logacz was attending a Recreation Commission meeting.
SEAL COATING POLICY
The seal coating program would begin this summer and be an ongoing program.
It is felt that this would be good preventive maintenance.
Councilman Logacz joined the meeting at 8:20 p.m.
Discussion followed on the proposed resolution. Mayor Nawrocki suggested that
the City Manager continue the policy of coming to the Council with specific
proposals and bids for an area at the time it is to be seal coated. Discussion
continued on the proposed cost of the program. Councilman Logacz thought that
the money should come from a general fund as suggested by the City Manager because
the program would benefit all the citizens and not just the property owners who
live on the particular street.
RESOLUTION
SEAL COATING POLICY
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that
the Seal Coating Policy shall consist of the following:
It is the intent of the City of Columbia Heights to maintain an ongoing seal
coating program. The purpose is to provide preventative maintenance to forestall
the need to reconstruct or overlay streets as long as possible.
It is further intended to seal coat each bituminous surface street every sixth
year or as the need may dictate. The street system is to be reviewed by the
Public Works Department each year and the year's program submitted to the City
Council.
It is further intended to assess the cost of the seal coating program to the
benefitted properties, using the adopted City Assessment Program. Every street
seal coated shall be assessed to benefitted properties, with the exception of
state aid streets for which state aid funds would be used to cover costs in
keeping with the past City policy.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
Norberg
Hentges
Norberg, Hentges - Aye
Logacz, Nawrocki - Nay
Resolution fails.
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Mayor Nawrocki suggested the City Manager find out when the seal coating was done
last and which streets were done and come back to the Council with this
information.
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING STATE ASSISTANCE TO PHASE OUT LOCAL
POLICE AND FULL TIME FIREFIGHTER RELIEF ASSOCIATIONS
Mayor Nawrocki asked the impact of this resolution on Columbia Heights. The City
Manager answered that if this bill is adopted by the State, the City would
receive: state aid funds to help reduce its unfunded liability in the existing
Relief Association.
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING STATE ASSISTANCE
TO PHASE OUT LOCAL POLICE AND FULL TIME
FIREFIg, HTER RELIEF ASSOCIATIONS
WHEREAS., the local police and fire relief associations as a mechanism for
providing retirement and disability benefits to City employees have proved to
be an inordinate burden upon the taxpayers of the cities in which they function,
and
WHEREAS, the PERA police and fire fund provides adequate benefits at reasonable
cost and is approaching full funded status,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS, Minnesota:
1. The Council supports the position of the League of Minnesota Cities Board of
Directors, adopted December 14, 1979, a copy of which is attached.
2. The Manager is directed to provide a copy of this resolution to the
appropriate legislators, the governor, and to the League of Minnesota Cities.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
Hentges
Logacz
Logacz, Nawrocki - Aye
Norberg, Hentges - Nay
Resolution fails.
RESOLUTION REGARDING METRONET
Hetronet is a library system to give public libraries access to private libraries
such as the U of M. The resolution wit1 show community support for the planning
phases of Metronet and there is no cost involved for the City.
Notion by Norberg, seconded by Logacz, to waive the reading as sufficient copies
were available for the public.
Roll Call: All Ayes
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RESOLUTION 80-4
ORGANIZATIONAL AGREEMENT FOR THE
PLANNING PERIOD FOR METRONET
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes, Section 134.351 reads "Multi-county, multi-type
library systems: Subdivision 1. Establishment. The State Board of Education
upon the advice of the advisory council to the Office of Public Libraries and
Inter-library Cooperation, may approve the establishment of multi-county, multi-
type library systems and the geographic boundaries of those system. Subd.
Services. Each multi-county, multi-type library system is encouraged to develop
services including, but not limited to the following: referral of users, intra-
system reciprocal borrowing, cooperative collection development, cooperative
reference services, staff development, research and development, cooperative
storage facilities, publicity and community relations. Subd. 3. Agreement.
In order for a multi-county, multi-type library system to qualify for a planning
development or operating grant pursuant to sections 10 and 11 of this article,
each participating library in the system shall adopt an organizational agreement
prov ding the following:
Sharing of resources among all participating libraries;
Long-range planning for cooperative programs;
The development of a delivery system for services and programs;
The development of a bibliographic data base; and
A communication system among all cooperating libraries.
WHEREAS, it is the desire of this organization to improve and extend library
services to its constituencies by assisting in planning for Metronet.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that we, the undersigned, wish to participate in the
planning for Metronet and agree to plan for:
a) Sharing of resources among all participating libraries;
b) Long-range planning for cooperative programs;
c) The development of a delivery system for services and programs;
d) The development of a bibliographic data base; and
e) A communication system among all cooperating libraries.
This agreement will remain in effect until the planning grant report is filed,
and in no case beyond November 15, 1981.
This agreement shall not be construed as authorization or acceptance by any
participant for any expenditure not specifically stated herein, nor shall the
term "participate" be understood as an acceptance of any financial obligation.
Passed this 15th day of January, 1980.
Offered by: Norberg
Seconded by: Logacz
Roll Call: All Ayes
January ]5, ]980
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RESOLUTION REGARDING LOCAL 49 CONTRACT
This is a resolution to establish wages and working conditions for local 49
employees. The City Manager stated his concern with the number of holidays
being proposed. Discussion was held or, various portions of the contract being
proposed. Local items may be negotiated after the master contract is accepted.
Motion by Logacz, seconded by' Hentges, to waive the reading as sufficient copies
were availab]e for the public.
Discussion continued on what the City was asking for in the negotiat ons, and
what the MAMA bargaining group was asking.
Roll Call: All Ayes
RESOLUTION 80-5
SETTING WAGE TERMS AND WORKING CONDITIONS FOR
MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT FOR 1980 AND 1981
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HE GHTS, that
WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between Local 49 Operating Engineers
representing members of the Pub]lc Works Department, and the City Council's labor
consultant and Management Bargaining Team and said negotiations have resulted in
mutually acceptable contracts,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the contract agreements as negotiated be and
are hereby established as the wages, terms and working conditions for 1980 and
1981 for members of the Columbia Heights Public Works Department, upon signing
by both the union, and Mayor and City Manager.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Manager be, and he is hereby, authorized to
proceed with the instituting of the changes in accordance with the contract
agreements effective January 1, 1980 upon receipt of said signed contract.
Passed this 15th day of January, 1980.
Offered by: Logacz
Seconded by: Hentges
Roll Call: All Ayes
TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to concur with the Traffic Commission
recommendation of a ten minute parking zone on the south side of 40th Ave. from
Jackson St. to the alley east of Jackson St.
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Logacz, to amend to include approval of a sign For
deaf child at 2020 Fairway Drive, two hour parking signs from Summit St. north to
QOth Ave. on the east side of 5th St., a Handicapped parking sign in front of
5216 5th St., signs to distinguish the location where 49th Ave. meets Fairway Dr.,
and all way stop signs on a permanent basis at Tyler St. and 4~ Ave.
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Roll Call on motion to amend: All Ayes
Councilman Hentges explained the Traffic Commission's intention for signing on
49th and Fairway Drive.
Roll Call on amended motion: AlT Ayes
PAYMENT TO WHITE CONSTRUCTION
This is not a final payment as additional corrective work remains to be completed.
It is recommended that $500 be withheld until the work is finished.
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Hentges, to authorize the payment to White
Construction in the amount of $2,583 and $500 be withheld until such time as the
corrective work is completed.
Roll Call: All Ayes
SALE OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
Discussion was held on several of the items and whether or not they should be sold.
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Norberg, to authorize the sale of the surplus
vehicles, equipment and materials as listed in Fred Salsbury's memo dated December
24, 1979 with the exception of the following: #PD2, 1974 Dodge; #17, 1964 GMC
boom truck; #337 Onan 200 amp portable gas driven welder; #29, 1968 Ford Bronco;
aluminum boat; and parking meters.
Roll Call: All Ayes
1979 BAD CHECK WRITE OFF LIQUOR
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Norberg, to write off as uncollectable thirty-seven
checks, totalling $891.O3, which were written to the Cityls municipal liquor
operation in 1979.
Councilman Norberg stated that he wasn't happy about this and he doesn't think
that the City is doing what it should to stop bad checks. The City Manager read
the City's check cashing policy.
Roll Call: All Ayes
REQUEST TO ATTEND 1980 MFOA CONFERENCE
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to authorize John Schedler's attendance
at the 1980 MFOA Conference in Phoenix, Arizona from May 11 through 15 and payment
of all expenses connected therewith.
Roll Call: Logacz, Hentges, Nawrocki - Aye
Norberg - Abstain
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REQUEST TO PURCHASE RECREATION SUPPLIES
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to award the bid on program t-shirts to
gopher Athletic Supply in the amount of $2,~36 based on low, informal quotation.
Mayor Nawrocki asked to see the other bids which were received. Linda Hansen,
Recreation Director, presented the backup material. The Mayor also asked why
the local athletic shop wasn't asked to bid. Ms. Hansen asnwered that in the
past this shop has not performed up to the bid specs. The Mayor stated he won't
support the motion on the basis that he believes local taxpayers should be given
an opportunity to bid on City contracts.
Roll Call: Logacz, Norberg, Hentges - Aye
Nawrocki - Nay
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to award the bid on participant patches
and chevrons to A & B Sporting goods in the amount of $1,665.30 based on
infor~aal quotation.
Roll Call: Logacz, Norberg, Hentges - Aye
Nawrocki - Nay
RECOMMENDED MERIT ADJUSTHENTS
Councilman Norberg asked for the supporting information for the proposed increase
of the appraisor to the end of Step E. He added he doesn't be]ieve the City
Manager has accepted the Council's direction in the matter of providing this
material which has been requested several times.
Motion by Norberg, seconded by Hentges, that in view of the fact that the
requisite justification has not been presented by the City Manager that Steve
Kuha's adjustment be suspended for the stated reason.
Ro11 Call: Norberg, Hentges - Aye
Logacz, Nawrocki - Nay
Motion fails.
The recommended salary adjustments for the City Appraisor, City Accountant,
and Librarian will be handled administratively.
ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Hentges, to authorize a one year extension of the
contract with Blain Midway All Pets, Inc. for animal control in the City of
Columbia Heights, with the roi]owing changes in rates: from S]O to S]3 per hour
for ca]] outs, and from $2.50 to $3.~0 per day for boarding rate.
Roll Call: Logacz, Hentges, Nawrocki - Aye
Norberg - Nay
Councilman Norberg stated he thought the City should go out ~or bids.
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REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
Councilman Norberg asked what happened to the cost reduction which was supposed
to be initiated. The City Manager answered that it is being discussed by himself
and the department heads and 9oa]s are bein9 set. Councilman Norber9 stated that
plans should also include methods for implementing the ideas.
George Brown, City Engineer, was notified that beginning November 1, 1979 he would
not continue to accrue any earned vacation and that as of November 1, 1979 he had
earned 60.45 days, this included six days per year for three years of sick leave
beyond the 120 maximum and not used. Mr. Brown stated he could not possible take
the time off for various reasons and requested special consideration.
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Norberg, to refer the matter to the City Manager
for follow up and report back.
Roll Call: All Ayes
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Hentges, to reappoint Councilman Heintz as Council
President.
Roll Call: All Ayes
Motion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to reappoint the following Council
representatives to the Commissions and Boards: Heintz - Planning and Zoning and
Cable TV; Hentges - Traffic Commission; Logacz - Recreation Commission; Norberg -
Library Board, Human 9~rvices Commission, Energy Awareness Committee, and HUSH.
Roll Call: Logacz, Hentges, Nawrocki - Aye
Norberg - Abstain
Discussion was held on how the 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. parking ban affected the recent
snow removal.
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Hentges, to authorize the attendance and expenses
for councilmembers to attend the National League of Cities Conference in
Washington D.C.
Roll Call: Logacz, Hentges, Nawrocki
Norberg Abstain
Aye
The Mayor asked for authorization to attend all Small Cities Advisory meetings as
he was reappointed to this national committee for the coming year.
Motion by Logacz, seconded by Hentges, to authorize attendance and expenses estimated
at approximately $1,000 for Mayor Nawrocki to attend Small Cities Advisory
Committee meetings.
Roll Call: All Ayes
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Notion by Hentges, seconded by Logacz, to change the public hearing for the
second reading of ordinances 909 and 911 from January 28 to February ]l, the
first regular meeting of the month.
Roll Call: Logacz, Hentges, Nawrocki
Norberg Nay
Aye
Councilman Norberg stated he believes the publ ic hearing should be held on a
separate night from a regular Council meeting.
ADJOURNNENT
Notion by Hentges, seconded by Norberg, to adjourn at 11:/~0 p.m.
Rol'l Call: All Ayes
Bru~'e G. Nawrocki, Mayor
'-l~'ounc i ] Secr~'~:a'ry