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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJun 13, 1983OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL JUNE 13, 1983 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Nawrocki at 8:00 pm. 1. Roll Call Hovland, Petkoff, Norberg, Nawrocki--present Hentge~-absent 2. Invocation The Invocation was offered by Fred Salsbury, Public Works Oirector. 3. Minutes of Previous Meetings Motion by Norberg, second by Petkoff to approve the minutes of the City Council meeting of May 23rd; the Board of Review of May )6th; the Continued Board of Review of May 23rd; and the Continued Board of Review of May 24th as presented in writing and that the reading be dispensed with. Roll call: All ayes 4. Oral Petitions There were no oral petitions at this time. 5. Ordinances and Resolutions a. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1040 Vacating an Alley This alley had been vacated previously but had not been dedicated. A portion of the pre- sent Alladin Pool building is located on a major portion of the existing alley easement. This is a result of an error in deed descriptions. The City Attorney has amended the des- cription. Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1040 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CIFY CODE OF 1977, VACATING AN ALLEY The City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1: The City of Columbia Heights herewith vacates the pL)blic alley over the fol- lowing described property: The easterly )4' of the westerly 143' of the southerly 1OO' of B)ock 4, Walton's Rearrangement of Lots 33 and 34, Block 6, of Reservoir Hills, ac- cording to the recorded plat or map thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Anoka County, Minnesota Section 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First Reading: Second Reading: Date of Passage: May 23, 1983 June 13, 1983 June 13, 1983 Offered by: Petkoff Seconded by: Hovland Roll Call: All ayes Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Regular Council Meeting June 13, 1983 page 2 b. First Reading of Ordinance 1041 Zoning Amendments The amendment being recommended by the City Attorney is that the provision requiring a four- fifths vote on zoning amendments be revised to reflect a majority vote of all members elect- ed to the Council. This amendment would bring our zoning ordinance in compliance with the City Charter. Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. lO41 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO ZONING AMENDMENTS Section l: Section 9.105(4) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977 which reads as follows, to-wit: 9.105(4) Amendments of Zoning Ordinance "The Council may from time to time by 4~5 vote of the entire Council adopt amendments to this Ordinance. (a) Initiation for Amendment: The Council or Commission may, upon their own motion, initiate a request to amend the text or the districting map of this Ordinance. Any person owning real estate may petition the Council to amend the district boundaries so as to affect his real estate or a larger parcel which includes said real estate. (b) Application for Amendment: All applications for amendments which are initiated by the petition of owners of property or residents shall be filed with the Zon- ing Administrator. When said application involves the changing of zoning dist- ricts and boundaries thereof it shall be accompanied by a map or plat showing the lands proposed to be changed and all lands within 300 feet of the boundaries of the property proposed to be rezoned, together with certified list of names and addresses of the owners of lands in such area. For the purpose of determining the names and addresses for such a list any appropriate records may be used. (c) Referral to the Commission: All petitions for amendments shall be referred to the Commission which shall hold an official public hearing within 60 days of the date of filing such petition. (d) Hearing: The Zoning Administrator shall cause to be published a notice of pub- lic hearing in the official newspaper at least 10 says but not more than 30 days prior to the date of the hearing. (e) Action by the Commission:If the request is for a district change, notices shall be mailed to the owners of property within 300 feet of the property or of the boundaries of contiguous property owned or appreciably controlled by the owner of the property proposed to be rezoned as shown on the certified list. A copy of the notice and a list of the owners and addresses to which the notice was sent shall be attested to by the Zoning Administrator or his delegated responsible person and shall be made a part of the records of the proceedings. Failure of a property owner to receive notice shall not invalidate any such proceedings as set forth within this Ordinance. Regular Council Meeting June 13, 1983 page 3 (f) Action by the Council: The Council shall, upon receiving the recommendation of the Planning Commission, place such request on the agenda of a regular meeting for consideration of a first reading. The second reading of the request to amend the text or the district map of this Ordinance shall constitute a public hearing. A notice of the time, place, and purpose of the public hearing shall be published in the official newspaper of the City at least ten days prior to the day of the hearing. Similar notice shall be mailed to the owners of property within 300 feet on the certified list. Failure of a property owner to receive notice shall not invalidate any proceedings as set forth within this Ordinance. Notification to the applicant shall be made of the Council's action, unless applicant agrees to a continuance. Change of Zone Limitations: Once a request for change of zones has been filed and acted on by the Council, the same request cannot be applied for until 6 months time has elapsed from Council action." shall hereafter read as follows, to-wit: 9.105(4) Amendments of Zonin~ Ordinance (a) Initiation for Amendment: The Council or Commission may, upon their own motion, initiate a request to amend the text or the districting map of this Ordinance. Any person owning real estate may petition the Council to amend the district boundaries so as to affect his real estate or a larger parcel which includes said real estate. (b) Application for Amendment: All applications for amendments which are initiated by the petition of owners of property or residents shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator. When said application involves the changing of zoning districts and boundaries thereof it shall be accompanied by a map or plat show- ing the lands proposed to be changed and all lands within 300 feet of the bound- aries of the property proposed to be rezoned, together with certified list of names and addresses of the owners of lands in such area. For the purpose of determining the names and addresses for such a list any appropriate records may be used. (c) Referral to the Commission: All petitions for amendments shall be referred to the Commission which shall hold an official public hearing within 60 days of the date of filing such petition. (d) Hearing: The Zoning Administrator shall cause to be published, a notice of pub- lic hearing in the official newspaper at least 10 days but not more than 30 days prior to the date of the hearing. (e) Action by the Commission: If the request is for a district change, notices shall be mailed to the owners of property within 300 feet of the property or of the boundaries of contiguous property owned or appreciably controlled by the owner of the property proposed to be rezoned as shown on the certified list. A copy of the notice and a list of the owners and addresses to which the notice was sent shall be attested to by the Zoning Administrator or his delegated respon- sible person and shall be made a part of the records of the proceedings. Fail- ure to a property owner to receive notice shall not invalidate any such pro- ceedings as set forth within this Ordinance. ~C~Uldf bMUnCll June 13, 1983 page 4 (f) Action by the Council: The Council shall, upon receiving the recommendation of the Planning Commission, place such request on the agenda of a regular meet- ing for consideration of a first reading. The second reading of the request to amend the text or the district map of this Ordinance shall constitute a public hearing. A notice of the time, place, and purpose of the public hearing shall be published in the official newspaper of the City at least ten days prior to the day of the hearing. Similar notice shall be mailed to the onwers of property within 300 feet on the certified list. Failure of a property owner to receive notice shall not invalidate any proceedings as set forth within this Ordinance. Notification to the applicant shall be made of the Council's action, unless ap- plicant agrees to a continuance. (g) Change of Zone Limitations: Once a request for change of zones has been filed and acted on by the Council, the same request cannot be applied for until 6 months time has elapsed from Council action. Section 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First Reading: June 13, 1983 c. First Reading of Ordinance No. 1042 Pertaining to Animals The Council had requested that the City Attorney prepare a draft ordinance pertaining to the keeping of animals in the City with the possible expansion of the list of animals and fowl. The Planning and Zoning Commission had recommended this draft ordinance be changed to include bees. A lengthy discussion followed as to what was desired to be included in this ordinance. The resident at 4321 Fifth Street stated his opinion regarding the keeping of bees and should be notified when this subject comes before the Council in the future. Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to table this matter for further information. Roll call: All ayes d. First Reading of Ordinance No. 1043 Pertaining to Lot Splits The Council had requested that the City Attorney draft an ordinance dealing with lot splits of oversized lots to within ten feet of the required minimum lot width. It was noted by the City Manager that the draft ordinance would allow lot splits in any zone provided that it does not result in the creation of any parcel which is more than ten feet less than the minimum lot width. Members of the Council had considerable discussion of this matter and still had some unanswered questions. Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to table this matter for additional information. Roll call: All ayes e. First Reading of Ordinance No. 1044 Sale of Certain Real Estate Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to waive the reading of this ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1044 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO THE SALE OF CERTAIN REAL ESTATE AT 1237 42½ AVENUE N.E. TO JAMES E. PROKOPOWICZ The City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section l: The City of Columbia Heights shall sell and convey unto James E. Prokopowicz the real property described as follows, to-wit~ The South 165' of Lot 6, Block 3, Reservoir Hills, except the west llO' Regular Council Meeting June 13, 1983 page 5 thereof (reservin~ and subject to a roadway and utility easement over the south 30' thereof~ according to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Anoka County, Minnesota Section 2: The Mayor and City Manager are herewith authorized to execute a Quit Claim Deed to effectuate the conveyance of the said real estate. Section 3: The purchase price shall be $12,O00.O0. Section 4: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First Reading: June 13, 1983 The second reading of this ordinance is scheduled for June 27th Council meeting. f. First Reading of Ordinance No. 1045 Parking Stall Width This ordinance would allow for dimensions of parking stalls to be changed to accommodate compact cars in parking lots consisting of 300 parking spaces with up to 20% of these spaces designated for compact parking. One of the desired results from this ordinance change would be to make the parking problem at Northwestern Electronics Institute (NEI) less severe. Mayor Nawrocki noted that he felt the problem would not be solved by adding parking spaces but there is a need for making the students at NEI aware that they should park in the lot provided. Residents in areas neighboring the NEI property have been exper- iencing considerable problems with the parking of students' cars in front of their homes. Various other alternatives besides additional parking were discussed with the intent of solving the parking problems. Motion by Norberg, second by Petkoff to table this ordinance indefinitely. Roll Call: All ayes g. Resolution 83-27 Lot Split at Dragon House Restaurant Motion by Norberg, second by Petkoff to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION 83-27 SUBDIVISION REQUEST I, Dale Winch, for Anoka County hereby request a split of PLAT 33365 PARCEL 4731 KEY PIN 35 30 24 41 0065 Legally described as: Lots 4, 5, and North 21' of Lot 6, Block 62, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis together with vacated alley between said Lots 5 & 6, Anoka County, Minnesota. THE DESCRIPTION HENCEFORTH TO BE: 1. Lots 4 and 5 including vacating alley way, Block 62, Columbia Heights Annex to Minnea- polis, Anoka County, Minnesota. 2. The north 21' of Lot 6, Block 62, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, Anoka County, Minnesota (to be combined with 35 30 24 41 0063). Be it further resolved that special assessments of record in the office of the City of Columbia Heights as of this day against the above described property in the 'amount of $23,063.12 be applied to Lots 4 & 5, Block 62, Columbia Heights Annex. Any pending or future assessments will be levied according to the new split as approved this day. Regular Council Meeting June 13, 1983 page 6 PLANNING AND ZONING DEPT. ACTION: Approved This 7th day of June, 1983. Offered by: Heintz Seconded by: Markow Roll call: All ayes Zoning Officer CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Approved This 13th day of June, 1983. Offered by: Norberg Seconded by: Petkoff Roll call: All ayes Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Dale Winch for Anoka County Signature of Owner, Notarized 325 E. Main Street, Anoka, MN. 553C Owner's Address Telephone No. 421-4760 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 9th day of June, 1983. Carolyn G. Guelker, Notary Public Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor h. Resolution 83-28 Lot Split and Combination, 4307 University Avenue Motion by Norberg, second by Petkoff to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION 83-28 SUBDIVISION REQUEST I, Joseph Medlo hereby request a split of PLAT 33566 PARCEL 260 KEY 268098 PIN 35 30 24 21 0113 Legally described as Lot 13 Fairview Park, Second Addition, Anoka County, Mn. THE DESCRIPTION HENCEFORTH TO BE: 1. The north 10' of Lot 13, Fairview Park, Second Addition, Anoka County, MN. to be com- bined with Lot 14. 2. The south 30' of Lot 13, Fairview Park, Second Addition, Anoka County, MN. to be com- bined with Lot 12. Be it further resolved that special assessments of record in the office of the City of Columbia Heights as of this day, against the above described property, in the amount of $ - O - be divided. Paid. Any pending or future assessments will be levied according to the new split as approved this day. PLANNING AND ZONING DEPT. ACTION: Approved This 7th day of June, 1983. Offered by: Nixon Seconded by: Heintz Roll call: All ayes Zoning Officer Joseph M. Medlo Signature of Owner, Notarized 4307 University Avenue Owner's Address Telephone No. 788-0846 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 23rd day of May, 1983. Bonnie A. Jewett, Notary Public Regular Council Meeting June 13, 1983 page 7 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Approved This 13th day of June, 1983. Offered by: Norberg Seconded by: Petkoff Roll call: Ali ayes Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Bruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor i. Resolution Lot Split, 4144 Polk Street, Anna Strand This item was withdrawn from the agenda as the property owner had verbally indicated to the City Manager that she was no longer interested in the lot split. j. Resolution 83-29 Joint & Cooperative Purchasing--Fire Department This resolution would authorize City staff to proceed with joint purchasing among various fire departments in the seven-county metro area. The City Manager reviewed some of the joint purchases made by the City's fire department in the past and addressed how beneficial and cost effective it has been. Councilman Norberg had concern with regard to joint owner- ship. The City Manager advised that if a consideration for joint ownership evidenced this matter would have to be brought back to the Council. Mayor Nawrocki stated that charter provisions for purchasing must be taken into consideration also. Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION 83-29 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING JOINT AND COOPERATIVE PURCHASING OF FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT BY THE SEVEN COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT JOINT POWERS PURCHASING CONSORTIUM BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Columbia Heights as follows: WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights maintains and operates a fire department, and; WHEREAS, there exists a need and desire of fire departments throughout the seven county metro area to achieve economies of scale that can be accomplished through cooperative and/ or joint purchasing of fire department supplies and equipment, and; WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights considers it to be in the best interests of the City to participate with our fire departments in the seven county metro area in coop- erative and/or joint purchase of fire department supplies and equipment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Columbia Heights through its fire chief does hereby authorize the participation of its fire department in cooperative and/or joint purchase of fire department equipment and supplies, through or with other member departments of the Seven County Metro Area Fire Departments Joint and Cooperative Pur- chasing Consortium. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 1983. BRUCE G. NAWROCKI, MAYOR TTEST: WILLIAM ELRITE, CITY CLERK Regular Council Meeting June 13, 1983 page 8 6. Communications a. Planning and Zoning Commission 1. Special Purpose Fence, Timothy Mallis, 522 Summit Street Motion by Hovland, second by Petkoff to approve Mr. Mallis's request to construct a six foot high redwood special purpose privacy fence on the west property line commencing at the front property line running 91'8" to the garage located at the rear of the property, including a 2½" variance of the 3½" fence height requirement for the front yard, thus al- lowing the fence to be 6' in height to the front property line upon recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. & Mrs. Mallis explained their reasons for wanting to construct a fence of this size. Discussion followed by the Council that addressed the conditions that exist in the neighborhood that has generated many complaints. Roll call: All ayes 2. Special Purpose Fence, Steven Hall, 4244 Jefferson Street Motion by Hovland, second by Petkoff to approve the construction of a 6' high special purpose fence along the south property line at 4244 Jefferson Street beginning in line with the front of the house and extending 68' to the rear. Roll call: All ayes 3. Conditional Use Permit, Glenn Getty, 3949 and 3959 McKinley Street 3949 and 3959 McKinley Street presently are vacant lots. Mr. Getty is proposing the con- struction of two single-family dwellings. The Conditional Use Permit is being requested so Mr. Getty may remove approximately 5,000 cubic yards of soil from the two lots and re- claim the lots by filling with stable soil. The Traffic Commission has approved the truck routing proposed by Mr. Getty for the removal and replacement of soil. The Engineering Department has made the following requirements on the Conditional Use Permit application: 1. During Excavation and refilling of the trench, care should be taken to avoid the undermining of McKinley Street right-of-way as a result of the extent of material slurring off into the trench. 2. Special interest should be given to the extent of compaction of the replacement fill. We are concerned about the future settling of the fill and the sluffing ef- fect it may cause on McKinley Street. Compaction requirement should follow the re- commendations of the Soils Engineering Report with the minimum compaction of 95% of the Standard Proctor Density test for the optimum moisture for the fill. 3. Streets must be kept clean of mud and dust during the entire hauling process. "-4. The route outlined on the application form must be adhered to by all trucks to and from the site. 5. Any damage to the public right-of-way as a result of this work will be the respon- sibility of the applicant to make repairs. Motion by Hovland, second by Norberg to approve the Conditional Use Permit as recommended by the Planning a6d Zoning Commission and on the conditions and requirements as stated by the Engineering Department. Roll call: All ayes 4. Variance and Site Plan, Don Markow, 828 40th Avenue Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to approve the site plan as presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission and to approve the variance for screening required between the com- mercial property at 828 40th Avenue and adjacent residential property provided the cond- itions of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Engineering Department are met. The conditions are as follows: Regular Council Meeting J~ne 13, 1983 page 9 Planning and Zoning Commission condition; 1. existing signage be brought into conformance with the Sign Ordinance Engineering Department conditions; 1. The parking lot entrance to Jackson Street must be built to City standards and re- viewed by the Engineering Department when the street excavation permit is applied for. 2. The proposed curb along the south edge of the alley could be dropped to allow runoff water from the lot to sheet onto the alley and street. It was noted by the Engineering Department staff that the curb directs the water to one point causing possible eros- ion and/or a soft spot at that point. There may also be an icing problem across the sidewalk on Jackson Street. Trees and shrubs can be planted along the landscape area on the south edge of the parking lot in order to keep vehicles from driving onto the lot from the alley. 3. Any existing sidewalk found to be cracked and badly broken should be replaced as part of the building permit. Roll call: All ayes b. Traffic Commission The minutes of the last Traffic Commission were not completed for this Council meeting. c. Proposed Amendments to Constitution of the League of Minnesota Cities Mayors of twelve Minnesota cities signed a cover letter attached to amendments they are proposing to the constitution of the League of Minnesota Cities. Discussion followed. d. Electronics Entertainment Letter Mayor Nawrocki distributed copies of a letter from a representative of Electronics Enter- tainment expressing concern with the City's ordinance on game rooms. The Mayor suggested this matter could be discussed at the next regular Council meeting or at a work session. e. Street and Curb Repair Mayor Nawrocki received a call from a resident at 2226 Forest Drive questioning sealcoating being done on his street. He questioned why the street and curb weren't being replaced as he felt they were in poor condition. 7. Old and New Business a. Old Business 1. Ratify Action of City Manager Calling for Hearing Regarding Seal Coating Motion by Norberg, second by Petkoff to ratify the action of the City Manager calling for a Public Improvement Hearing regarding seal coating on the following streets: frontage road along Central Avenue from 50th Avenue south to Central Avenue; and West Upland Crest from Pennine Pass south to Fairway Drive; and furthermore, that such public hearing be held on June 27, 1983 at 7:00 pm in the City Council Chambers. Roll call: All ayes RECESS: 10:lO pm RECONVENE: 10:30 pm b. New Business 1. Request for Block Party in 4800 Block of Sixth Street Motion by Petkoff, second by Hovland to authorize a block party to be held on Sixth Street between 48th Avenue and 49th Avenue on July 23, 1983, between the hours of 11:00 am and 11:00 pm subject to the approval of the Police and Fire Departments. Roll call: Hovland, Petkoff, Nawrocki--aye Norberg--abstain Regular Council Meeting June 13, 1983 page 10 2. Requests to Consume Non-Intoxicating Malt Liquors in City Parks There were three requests received for use of City parks and consumption of non-intoxicating malt liquor. Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to grant permission to Land O'Lakes, Inc. to possess and consume non-intoxicating malt liquor at a plant manager's meeting barbecue to be held July 26th, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Sullivan Lake Park; and furthermore, that this action be pending Park Board approval. Roll call: Ali ayes Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to grant permission to Norwest Banks to possess and consume non-intoxicating malt liquor in conjunction with an employee ballgame between two departments of Norwest to be held June 15th, 6:30 pm at Huset Park. Roll call: All ayes Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to grant permission to Aid Association for Lutherans to possess and consume non-intoxicating malt liquor in conjunction with one or two other AAL branches from northeast Minneapolis at a family picnic, golf, and tennis outing to be held August 20th, at Sullivan Lake Park; and furthermore, that this action be pending Park Board approval. Roll call: All ayes 3. Authorization to Purchase a. Proposed Shelving Units for Library Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to authorize the purchase of Wilson library shelving units from DMO, Inc. of Minneapolis, in the amount of $1,745.60 based upon low, formal quotations; furthermore, that this item is recognized as a proprietary item. Roll call: All ayes b. Various Printed Forms Motion by Norberg, second by Petkoff to authorize the purchase of various printed forms from Davidson's Print Shop for a total of $1,376.53 based upon low, formal quotation. Roll call: All ayes c. Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to authorize the purchase of one Weathertronics #6015-B with #6114 Recorder from Waterco, Inc. of New Brighton, Minnesota in the amount of $1,019.50 based upon low, formal quotation. Roll call: All ayes d. Air Conditioning Compressor The air conditioner at Liquor Sto~e # 3 stopped working. The City Manager requested auth- orization to replace the compressor and have any other work needed done to put the unit back in working order. Discussion followed regarding the placement of the air circulating units in the store and how they could be better placed to gain the most efficient use. Councilman Norberg was of the opinion that the unit was in a very poor place and would better serve the store if it were placed on the roof of the building. He also had num- erous suggestions as to how to avoid having the compressor blow out with a minimal amount of moving of equipment and expense. Motion by Hovland, second by Petkoff to approve having Faircon, Inc.replace the compressor in Liquor Store # 3 and return it to working order with the expenses up to $1,590 as est- mated conditioned upon the review of the equipment lay out. The City Manager addressed considerations being given at this point in time to better circulating of the air. Roll call: Hovland, Petkoff, Nawrocki--aye Norberg--nay e. Paint Striper Motion by Petkoff, second by Hovland to authorize the City Manager to purchase Model #160 paint sprayer machine (with options of a kamber spray gun and spare parts kit) from Redland Prismo, Inc. in the amount of $2,629 FOB Columbia Heights based upon low formal quotation. Roll call: All ayes Regular Council Meeting June 13, 1983 page 11 4. Authorization to Expend Monies For: a. Treatment Chemicals for Wading Pools Motion by Norberg, second by Petkoff to authorize the City Manager to purchase ten 1OO pound drums of HTH tablets from Hawkins Chemical, Inc. of Minneapolis in the amount of $1,O87 ba~ed upon low, formal bid. Roll call: All ayes b. Redecorating Queen Float Motion by Hovland, second by Nawrocki to authorize the City Manager to expend $750 for the purchase of decoration materials from Vaughn's Inc. of Minneapolis for the City's queen float. Roll call: Hovland, Petkoff, Nawrocki--aye Norberg--nay 5. Award of Bids for Projects #8024 and #8206 1983 Alley Improvement Projects Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to award the bid for alley improvement projects #8024 and #8206 to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. in the amount of $22~816 based upon formal bid; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute appropriate agreements. Roll call: All ayes 6. Establish Wage Rate for Property Appraiser Motion by Hovland, second by Petkoff to establish the revised position description for a Property Appraiser effective June 1983; and furthermore, to establish the following monthly wage rates for this position. ~ 6 Months 1 Year 2 Years $1,644 $1,719 $1,793 $1,868 Councilman Norberg noted that from the job description he could see that this position had far less responsibilities than were previously included yet there was only a $200 a month difference in salary than was paid the previous appraiser. Roll call: Hovland, Petkoff, Nawrocki--aye Norberg--nay 7. Authorization to Seek Bids on Tree Replacement Motion by Petkoff, second by Hovland to authorize the City Manager to seek bids for tree replacements. Roll call: All ayes 8. Establishing Date for Work Session Monday, June 2Oth following the City Manager's Revenue Hearing was chosen as the date for a Council work session. 9. Noxious Weed Control Data was received from Mitch DeMars, Park and Street Superintendent, regarding noxious weed control on City owned and park property. He supplied the Council with figures and costs for the work to be done in-house as well as contracted out. It was noted that there is presently no one on 'the City staff licensed to apply the materials to noxious weeds. The City Engineer said it takes some time to train and get licensed a person who can handle these chemicals. Motion by Petkoff, second by Hovland to authorize the award of the contract for weed control on City property to Chemlawn in the amount of $3,589 based on low competitive quotations received and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for same. Roll call: All ayes Regular Council HeetJng June 13, 1983 page 12 lO. Concrete and Sealant Bids Fred Salsbury, Public Works Director, addressed the bids that were received for concrete and sealant on the designated streets in Innsbruck. The work is being done in three cities, Columbia Heights, New Brighton and Fridley. The costs for concrete work nearly doubled in the bids received. Since the major portion of the work planned by the City of New Brighton was for concrete work they chose to no longer continue with the project. Fridley had a combination of concrete and sealant work. This improvement is funded by the City's Gen- eral Fund and they chose to continue only with the sealant work. For the City of Columbia Heights the concrete bid is higher than estimated but the project costs will be lower be- cause construction costs are much lower than estimated. Discussion continued regarding quality, specifications and possible change orders. Motion by Hovland, second by Petkoff to award the bid for concrete work and sealant to the low bidder, Arcon, based on the specifications indicated. Roll call: All ayes 8. Reports a. Report of the City Manager The City Manager's report was presented in writing and a number of the items contained in the report were discussed. One significant item was that of the rebuilding of the Argonne Drive and Chatham Road lift stations. Over the past few years monies have been budgeted in the Sewer Depart- ment's budget for these two lift stations. Considerable time has already been spent preparing data for preliminary designs in anticipation of seeking bids. It will be the first meeting of August most likely that authorization to seek bids will be re- quested. The City Manager had recently met with a representative of Contol Data who had been involved with Employee Development and Quality Circles. Since Quality Circles and Em- ployee Development are presently being studied for implementation in City Hall the City Manager requested a meeting date for a meeting with the representative from Control Data, City Council members and division heads. Monday, July 18th was selected as a meeting date with the meeting starting at 7:00 pm. The City Manager will be away on vacation from June 22nd through July 15th. Police Chief Stuart Anderson will be the Acting City Manager in the absence of the City Manager. b. Report of the City Attorney The City Attorney advised the Council of the findings of the North Carolina Supreme Court regarding that state's animal ordinance and referenced the City's animal ordinance. He also advised the Council that a resident who had been experiencing a drainage problem for some time attended the last Planning and Zoning Commission meeting to review some proposals for home building in his area. He appeared satisfied that the drainage problem that has existed had been addressed thoroughly by the City staff. The City Attorney also advised the Council of the information he received regarding the inspection of the City's water tower. The inspector from Twin City Testing stated his experience in this type of matter and gave a number of reasons that there was a problem with the water tower paint job. He said that the average life of such work was approximately twelve years and that this job had been done about eight and a half years ago. Discussion followed as what could be litigated if this matter of who was responsible for the problem were pursued. The City Attorney cited the potential costs with this type of litigation versus the possible settlement. Motion by Hovland, second by Petkoff to concur with the staff recommendation and not pursue legal action against the supplier of the tanks and to proceed with the repair work. Councilman Norberg questioned the City Attorney whether any legal action could be taken if this motion were passed. He suggested that pursuing this matter may be a fruitless effort. Roll call: ~11 ayes Two items of litigation were also addressed by the City Attorney and he apprised the REgular Council Meeting June 13, 1983 page 13 Council of the findings in one case and the writ of prohibition that has been filed in the other. 9. Licenses Motion by Petkoff, second by Norberg to approve the licenses as listed upon payment of proper fees, that the fee waivers as noted on the list of licenses be granted, and that the cab driver's license application be denied based on the Police Department recommenda- tion. Roll call: All ayes ll. Payment of Bills Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to pay the bills as listed out of proper funds. Roll call: All ayes Adjournment Motion by Norberg, second by Hovland to adjourn the meeting at 12:55 am. Roll call: All ayes ~ Bru¢ Nawrocki, Mayor -An6~ S'tu~en't, Counci~T-Secretary