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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSept 8, 1986OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, 1986 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Nawrocki at 7:30 p.m.. 1. Roll Call Paulson, Petkoff, Carlson, Peterson, Nawrocki - present 2. Invocation There was no invocator available to offer an invocation. 3. Minutes of Previous Meetings Motion by Paulson, second by Petkoff to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August 25th, the Board of Trustees - Fire Relief Association of August 26th, and the Special Council Meeting of August 27th, as presented in writing and that the reading be dispensed with. There were no corrections. Roll call: All ayes 4. Oral Petitions The owner of property at 4027 Central Avenue requested that she receive a re-evaluation for the parking assessment on this parcel. She noted that a portion of the building, which is divided for more than one business, has been vacant for some time. The Mayor inquired if this request, if it were to be grantedjwould require a public hearing and other activity. The City Attorney advised that if this had been a normal assessment situation a public hearing would be necessary but in this assessment project the City Council had previously decided that each issue would received singular consideration subject to the increase/decrease of activity. The Mayor requested ~hat this matter be reviewed and a written response be made by the City Manager to the property owner and to the City Counci. l by the next regular Council meeting. 5. Ordinances and Resolutions a. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1132; Ordinance Vacating that Part of the West Alley Located on Property Owned by First Lutheran Church Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1132 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, VACATING A CERTAIN ALLEY The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section l: The City of Columbia Heights herewith vacates the public alley over the following described property: That part of the east-west alley in Block 58, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, Anoka County, Minnesota, lying east of the southerly extension of the west lot line of Lot 23 and west of the northerly extension of the west lot line of Lot 17 Section 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. Regular Council Meeting September 8, 1986 page 2 rst reading: Second reading: Date of Passage: August 25, 1986 September 8, 1986 September 8, 1986 Offered by: Carlson Seconded by: Paulson Roll call: All ayes Mayor Bruce G. Nawrocki Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Communications a. Planning and Zoning Commission 1. Donald Logelin/Galaxy Auto, 5101 University Avenue, Conditional Use Permit Mr. Logelin is requesting a conditional use permit for the operation of an auto service shop and office at 5101 University Avenue as an extension to the present Galaxy Auto location at 5229 University Avenue. Discussion was had regarding the type of auto repairs which would be done at this location. Mayor Nawrocki requested that maintenance be included in this permit since it is located near a residential area. Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson that a conditional use permit for minor auto repair be granted to Galaxy Auto with the following conditions: 1. That no major auto repair be conducted at the Site 2. That the following nine items be completed prior to occupancy of the building: a. The screening fence be repaired. b. The canopy be repaired. c. The dumpster be enclosed and located by the northeast corner of the building. d. The westerly driveway on 51st Avenue be closed. e. The southerly driveway on University Avenue be closed and replaced with full height, City-specified curbing. f. The remaining two driveways be reduced to the City maximum size of 22' in width. g. The curbing be installed around the green areas (grass). h. The parking lot be repaired and parking spaces striped. i. Install required green areas abutting all public right of ways. 3. That items listed for completion be maintained in a condition of good and proper repair throughtout the life of the conditional use permit. Roll call: All ayes 2. Gregory Bickford, 3957 Polk Street, Conditional Use Permit (Home Occupation) This permit is being requested to allow a home occupation of catalog sales for motor- cycle parts by mail and telephone based at 3957 Polk Street. A lengthy discussion was held regarding the method for delivery of the business owner's inventory and what vehicular traffic could be anticipated with the deliveries. Mayor Nawrocki stated his concern with any additional traffic which may be generated in this residential neigh- borhood by the business. He felt better control could be had if a Home Occupation permit were issued rather than a conditional use permit. Inclusion of delivery restri- ctions in the conditional use permit was considered. lotion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to approve the conditional use permit with the tipulations that there be no pick up of parts at the site by customers, temporary storage of parts, and a maximum of two deliveries of parts to the site per week. Roll call: All ayes Regular Council Meeting September 8, 1986 page 3 3. John Farrell, 3736 Second Street, Variance Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson to approve a 12' rear yard setback variance to allow the construction of a 23' x 23' detached garage due to the hardship of the topography of the lot as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Roll call: All ayes 4. E.D. Gilderhus, 4212/4216 Washington Street, Variance Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson to grant a 7' rear yard setback variance for the construction of one garage and the relocation of another due to the hardship of the location of the existing structure at 4212 Washington Street and the hard- ship of the existing trees located at 4216 Washington Street. Roll call: All ayes New Business 1. Request for Temporary Signage White Castle Systems, Inc. is requesting authorization to use temporary portable signage at their business in the City while the building is being remodeled. Pre- sently there are no exterior lights and this has mistakenly given the impression that the business is no longer open. Mayor Nawrocki noted that the City's Sign Code specifically prohibits portable signage. Motion by Peterson, second by Paulson to approve the request for temporary signage as requested by White Castle Systems, Inc. and that the portable signage remain no longer than October 31, 1986. Roll call: Paulson, Petkoff, Carlson, Peterson - aye Nawrocki - nay 2. 5100 Central Avenue - Veterinary Animal Hospital This animal hospital, formerly owned by Dr. Johnson, has been recently sold to Dr. Mary Beth Egger. The animal hospital as operated by Dr. Johnson was a non-conforming use in the Retail Business District. Staff noted that the hospital had not been used since October of 1985. Legal counsel for the new owner stated that the hospital had been used in the latter part of April, 1986o Discussion continued regarding the use of the hospital since October 1985. Mayor Nawrocki viewed the process as a method for circumventing the intent of the ordinance regarding continued use in a non- conforming fashion. Members of the Council felt the hospital would be a benefit to the community. Dr. Eggers is also requesting an ordinance amendment to allow the boarding of healthy animals. It was noted that this practice had been discontinued by Dr. Johnson in 1982. The City Attorney had prepared an ordinance to address this request. Motion by Peterson, second by Carlson that the City Council accept the condition that the use of the facility at 51OO Central Avenue as a veterinary animal hospital has been uninterrupted. Roll call: Paulson, Petkoff, Carlson, Peterson - aye Nawrocki- nay A lengthy discussion continued regarding the distinction between a kennel and a veterinary hospital. The Building Inspector stated he felt the business could only be used as a pet hospital and not for the boarding of healthy animals as the non- conforming kennel operation had ceased in 1982 as stated by the records in the License Department. Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1133 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO VETERINARY HOSPITALS Regular Council Meeting September 8, 1986 page 4 City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section l: Section 9.114(1)(jj) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: (jj) Veterinary animal hospital. Shall hereafter be amended to read as follows, to-wit: (j j) Veterinary animal hospital including indoor boarding facilities within the building if the subject veterinary animal hospital is the sole occupant of the building in which the boarding facilities are located. Section 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First reading: September 8, 1986 The second reading of this ordinance will be on September 22, 1986. Planning and Zoning (cont.) 5. Gregory Wills, 3919 Reservoir Boulevard, Variance Mr. & Mrs. Wills are appealing the denial of the Planning and ZoninQ Commission. ion by Paulson, second by Carlson to authorize the nine foot setback variance at 3919 Reservoir Boulevard for the placement of a garage at the rear of the prop- erty. Roll call: All ayes Ordinances and Resolutions '(cont.) b. Second Reading of Ordinance No. ll30 Pertaining to Sanitary Sewer Easement This ordinance would accomplish a vacation of an easement with the exception of ten feet at 4314 Jefferson Street. Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. ll30 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT The City of Columbia Beights does ordain: Section l: The easement for installation, maintenance, repair and upkeep of trunk sanitary sewer through the east one-half of Lot eight (8), Block four (4), Rearrangement of Block "A'l, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis is hereby vacated except that the City of Columbia Heights reserves and does not vacate that portion of the aforedes- cribed easement described as follows, to-wit: An easement for installation, maintenance, repair and upkeep of trunk sanitary sewer over, across and through the north ten feet (10') of the east one-half (1/2) of Lot eight (8), Block four (4), Rearrangement of Block "A", Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, according to the recorded plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the ~egular Council Meeting September 8, 1986 page 5 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: August 25, 1986 Offered by: Peterson Second reading: September 8, 1986 Seconded by; Paulson Date of passage: September 8, 1986 Roll call: All ayes Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary Mayor Bruce G. Nawrocki c. First Reading of Ordinance No. 1135, Pertaining to Hours and Days of Sale of Alcoholic Beverages Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes The basic change this ordinance would make to present practices is to allow sales on election day. The City Manager was requested to poll surrounding communities including the City of Minneapolis regarding the allowable practices for both on- sale and off-sale. ORDINANCE NO. 1135 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO HOURS AND DAYS OF SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1: Section 4.401(4) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: 4.401(4) The Manager shall designate the days and hours of operation for liquor stores, subject to the following restrictions: No "Off-sales" of intoxicating liquor shall be made on New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Sunday, before 8:00 p.m. on the day of any statewide election, or before 8:00 a.m. and after 10.OO p.m. on any other day. (b) No 'IOn-sale" of intoxicating liquor shall be made after l:OO a.m. on Sunday or between the hours of l:O0 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on the day of a statewide election. No "On-sale" of intoxicating liquor shall be made between the hours of l:OO a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on any other day. Shall hereafter read as follows, to-wit: 4.401(4) The City Manager shall designate the days and hours of operation. However, no sale of intoxicating liquor may be made: R'egular Council Meeting September 8, 1986 page 6 (a) On Sundays, (b) Before 8:00 a.m. on Monday through Saturday, (c) After lO:O0 p.m. on Monday through Saturday, (d) On New Year's Day, January l, (e) On Independence Day, July 4, (f) On Thanksgiving Day (g) On Christmas Day, December 25, and (h) After 8:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve, December 24. Section 2: Section 5.501(6)(d) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: No licensee or his agent may sell or permit the sale of beer licensed to be sold under this section between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on any weekday, Monday through Saturday, nor between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon on Sunday. No licensee or his agent or any other person shall consume or allow to be consumed on the licensed premises any beer between the hours of 1:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.. Section 3: Section 5.502(8)(a) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: (a) No sales of any intoxicating malt liquor or intoxicating liquor may be made after 1:00 a.m. on Sunday, before lO:O0 a.m. on Monday, between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and lO:O0 a.m. on any weekday, or between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on any day of a statewide election. Shall hereafter read as follows, to-wit: (a) No sales of intoxicating or non-intoxicating malt liquor or intoxi- cating liquor may be made (1) between 1:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on the days of Tuesday through Saturday; (2) between 12:00 mid- night and 8:00 a.m. on Mondays; (3) after 1:00 a.m. on Sundays; or, (4) between 8:00 p.m. on December 24 and 8:00 a.m. on December 25. Section 4: Section 5.503(12) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: 5.503(12) No sale of intoxicating liquor shall be made after one a.m. on Sunday, nor until eight a.m. on Monday, nor between the hours of one a.m. and eight p.m. on the day of any statewide election. No sale shall be made between the hours of one a.m. and eight a.m. on any weekday. Shall hereafter read as follows, to-wit: 5.503(12) No sale of intoxicating liquor for consumption on a licensed premises may be made (1) between 1:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on the days of Tuesday through Saturday; (2) between 12:00 midnight and 8:00 am.. on Mondays; (3) after l:O0 a.m. on Sundays; or (4) between 8:00 p.m. on December 24 and 8:00 a.m. on December 25. Regular Council Meeting September 8, 1986 page 7 tion 5: Section 5.504(11) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: 5.504(11) No sale of wine shall be made after one a.m. on Sunday, nor until eight a.m. on Monday, nor between the hours of one a.m. and eight p.m. on the day of any statewide election. No sale shall be made between the hours of one a.m. and eight a.m. on any weekday. No licensee shall permit the consumption of wine upon the licensed pre- mises after 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, nor until 8:00 a.m. on Monday, nor between the hours of 1:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on the day of any statewide election, nor between the hours of 1:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on any week- day. Shall hereafter read as follows, to-wit: 5.504(11) No sale of wine for consumption on a licensed premises may be made (1) between 1:O0 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on the days of Tuesday through Satur- day; (2) between 12:O0 midnight and 8:00 a.m. on Mondays; (3) after 1:OO a.m. on Sundays; or (4) between 8:00 p.m. on December 24 and 8:00 a.m. on December 25. No licensee shall permit the consumption of wine upon licensed premises between the hours of 1:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on days Tuesday through Saturday nor after 12:30 a.m. on Sunday. Section 6: Section 5.505(3) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: 5.505(3) No sale of intoxicating liquor shall be made on premises licensed under this section after 11:OO p.m. on any day, nor before 8:00 a.m. on any day, nor on any Sunday, nor before 8:00 p.m. on the day of any state- wide election. Shall hereafter read as follows, to-wit: 5.505(3) No sale of intoxicating liquor for consumption on the premises licensed under this section may be made (I) before 8:00 a.m. on any day; (2) after 11:OO p.m. on any day; (3) on Sundays, or (4) between 8:00 p.m. on Decem ber 24 and 8:00 a.m. on December 25. Section 7: Section 5.509(7)(a) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: (a) No licensee or his agent may sell or permit the sale of beer licensed to be sold under this section between the hours of 1:OO a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on any weekday, Monday through Saturday, inclusive; nor on Sunday between the hours of l:OO a.m. and 12:OO noon; nor between the hours of 1:OO a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on the day of any statewide election. No licensee or his agent or any other person shall consume or allow to be consumed on the licensed premises any beer between the hours of 1:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. Should the Council decide to additionally restrict the hours of sale in granting the 1. icense, no licensee or his agent may sell or permit the sale of beer at any time not specifically allowed in such licenses. Regular Council Meeting September 8, 1986 page 8 lhall hereafter read as follows, to-wit: (a) No licensee or his agent may sell or permit the sale of beer licensed to be sold under this section between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on days Monday through Saturday, nor between the hours of 1:OO a.m. and 12:00 noon on Sunday. No licensee or his agent or any other person shall consume or allow to be consumed on the licensed premises any beer between the hours of 1:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.. Should the Council decide to addition- ally restrict the hours of sale in granting the license, no licensee or his agent may sell or permit the sale of beer at any time not specifically allowed in such license. Section 8: Section 10.302(3) and Section 10.302(4) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently read as follows, to-wit: 10.302 (3) No person, licensee or his agent shall permit the sale of beer between the hours of 1 a.m. and 8 a.m. on any weekday, Monday through Saturday inclusive; nor on Sunday between the hours of 1 a.m. and 12 noon, nor between the hours of 1 a.m. and 8 p.m. on the day of any statewide election; nor permit the consumption of beer on the premises by any person, including the licensee or his employees between the hours of 1:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. 10.302(4) No person who manages or operates a club for which an on-sale intoxi- cating liquor license has been issued shall permit or allow the sale or consumption of any beer or intoxicating liquor on the licensed premises between the hours of l:OO a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or the hours of 1:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, or after 1:00 a.m. on Sunday, or until 8:00 p.m. on any day of a statewide election. Shall hers~fter read as follows, to-wit: 10.302(3) No person, licensee or his agent, or manager of a club or his agent shall permit the sale or comsumption of intoxicatinq liquor or beer other than during the hours specifically authorized in Section Five (5) of this City Code. 10.302(4) Reserved. Section 9: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. RECESS: 10:30 p.m. RECONVENE: ll:O0 p.m. Communications (gont.) b. 1986 Anoka County C.D.B.G. Restoration of Deferred Funds This matter had been discussed at a previous Council meeting and action had been deferred until the expenditures of Public Service Projects had been researched. An HRA staff member had advised the City Manager that no money had been expended on the approved projects and that the Human Services Commission will be meeting to discuss this item. No Council action was taken and this will be an agenda item at the next regular Council meeting. Regular Council Meeting September 8, 1986 page 9 c. Other Communications Mayor Nawrocki advised the Council of a letter he received from a resident on 38th Avenue regarding the condition of that street. He noted he had responded to this resident by advising that a petition be circulated to the residents on the street and that this matter be brought to the Council. He also had a phone conversation with the resident regarding this. A second letter was received from the resident stating it was her opinion that it was the responsibility of the City to initiate this street repair. Receipt of the two letters was acknowledged. 7. Old and New Business a. Old Business 1. Joint Powers Agreement to Form a Coalition of Metropolitan Communities to be Known as the Northern Mayors' Association Motion by Peterson, second by Carlson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute a Joint Powers Agreement to form a coalition of metropolitan communities to be known as the Northern Mayors' Association. Roll call: All ayes 2. Advertising Campaign for Top Valu Liquor Motion by Peterson, second by Carlson to authorize the City Manager to expend up to $3,006 for an eight-week advertising campaign regarding promotion of the City's liquor stores to be published in the Twin Cities' Reader. Roll call: All ayes 3. Columbia Heights Lions Club - Liquor/Beer License The City Attorney advised the Council that the Lions Club will be pursuing a "Club" liquor license. This was an informational item and no Council action was taken. b. New Business 1. Establish Date for a Special Assessment Hearing Motion by Peterson, second by Carlson to establish Tuesday, November 25, 1986 at 7:30 p.m. as the date for the Special Assessment Hearing. Roll call: All ayes The Council discussed with staff the projects presently being done and some others that may be considered. Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to continue with the original projects as presented at the public hearing. Roll call: Ail ayes 2. Request to Seek Bids on Garbage and Refuse Service Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to authorize the City Manager to seek bids for garbage and refuse service. Roll call: All ayes It was noted by staff that references to metal garbage containers and to the "Spring Clean-up" had been deleted from the garbage service contract. The present garbage hauler starts pick up at 6:00 a.m.. Mayor Nawrocki feels this is too early and prefers 7:00 a.m. 3. Request to Seek Bids for the Purchase of a Street Sweeper Motion by Peter~on, second by Paulson to authorize the City Manager to seek bids for one small street sweeper unit for alleys and parking lots. Roll call: All ayes 4. Authorization to Seek Bids for Fuel Burner Repairs Motion by Peterson, second by Carlson to authorize the City Manager to seek bids for fuel burner repairs at the Columbia Heights City Hall. The Building Inspector esti- mates this repair will cost between $7.500 and $8,000. Roll call: Alt ayes Regular Council Meeting September 8, 1986 page 10 Request to Establish Wage Rate for Senior Citizen Coordinator Candidate In recognition of her experience the City Manager is requesting the Council to com- pensate the candidate at a higher than entry rate. Motion by Petkoff, second by Nawrocki to authorize the City Manager to compensate Ms. Karen Moeller at $1,498 per month, the six month rate for the Senior Citizens Coordinator position, effective September ll, 1986. Roll call: All ayes 6. Authorization to Seek Architectural Services for Preparation of Roof Repair Roofs at the City Hall, Service Center and Liquor Store #3 are in need of repair. Councilmember Petkoff suggested that the staff contact other municipalities re- garding their experiences with roofing companies. Councilmember Peterson recommended contacting qualified roofers for gathering specifications for this matter rather than contacting an architect. The discussion continued regarding the work being com- pleted before the weather is cold or left for next year. No Council action was taken. 7. Award of Bid for Painting of Water Tower The Public Works Director distributed the bids received and noted some "irreqularities" in the bid. He also distributed material gathered from references who had been contacted for each of the bidders. The Councilmembers were in agreement to have the name of the City painted on the water tower. Motion by Paulson, second by Peterson to award the bid to Odlund Protective Coatings of Blaine, Minnesota based on the base bid of $15,900 plus Option B in the amount of $2,000 and that the findings that Valley Contracting, Inc. is an irresponsible bidder to bid project options A and B and on their failure to finish work on time as stated the Public Works Director and as stated in their reference check, and, that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to enter into same. Roll call: All ayes 8. Authorization to Purchase Security Services for Murzyn Hall Motion by Carlson, second by Peterson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute a contract with Burns International Security Services for security service at Murzyn Hall at the rate of $7.00 per hour based upon low, formal quotation. Roll call: All ayes 9. Purchase Request for Furniture for Murzyn Hall Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson to authorize the purchase of two end tables, one coffee table, two five piece dining room sets all of which will be in the Senior Citizen area except one end table which will be used in the Conference Room in the amount of $1,O09 from Holiday Village North. Roll call: All ayes 10. Inclusion of Vehicle in City Auction Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to include a 1960 Fordson Tractor in the City Vehicle Auction on September 27, 1986. Roll call: All ayes 8. Reports a. Report of the City Manager The City Manager, s report was submitted in written form and the following items were discussed: 1. Erosion Problem at 1345 Circle Terrace: The resident at this address experienced erosion of her back yard embankment as a result of storm sewer runoff from Circle Terrace. The City Manager recommended that City forces restore the property. 2. Appointment of Early Childhood Family Education Coordinator: The City Manager · ~egular Council Meeting September 8, 1986 page ll appointed Carol Vick to the position of Early Childhood Family Education Coordinator effective September 2, 1986 at the entry rate of $1,840 per month. 3. Murzyn Hall Problems with Gas Stove and Air Conditioner: It was discovered that the gas stove had been installed improperly but that the Building Inspector has had the problem corrected. Complaints from neighbors in the area have been received about the noise of the air conditioner. Staff have been pursuing methods for baffling the noise and the Police Depart- ment has been doing noise level tests. The Public Works Director advised the Council that the door handles installed in Murzyn Hall do not meet the requirements for use by handicapped people. The City Attorney will review the contractor's contract for these items. 4. Locks at John Murzyn Hall: The Public Works Director advised the Council that problems are being experienced with the locks at Murzyn Hall. He will pursue this matter. Budget of the Rice Creek Watershed District Mayor Nawrocki inquired about the proposed budget for the Rice Creek Watershed District and its impact on the City's mill rate. The City Manager will check this matter and report to the City Council. b. Report of the City Attorney The City Attorney had nothing to report at this time. 9. Licenses Motion by Carlson, second by Peterson to approve the licenses as listed upon payment of proper fees and that the single event beer license for the Columbia Heights Lions Club be waived. Roll call: All ayes 10. Payment of Bills Motion by Carlson, second by Paulson to pay the bills as listed out of proper funds Roll call: All ayes Adjournment Motion by Paulson, second by Carlson to adjourn All ayes 5-Ann~ Student, Counc~il Secretary the meeting at 1:40 a.m.J~oll ca;l: Mayor~Bruce G. 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