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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAug 25, 1986OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 25, 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 were no clergy available to offer an Invocation. 3. Minutes for Approval Motion by Paulson, second by Petkoff to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August llth, and the Board of Trustees - Fire Relief Association of August 12th, as present in writing and that the reading be dispensed with. There were no corrections. Roll call: All ayes 4. Presentations a. Presentation of Certificate of Appreciation Mayor Nawrocki presented a certificate of appreciation to John Warrick who is retiring from the position of Outreach Worker in the community after six years of service, Mayor Nawrocki noted that this position was the first of its kind in Anoka County and served as a model for similar positions in other communities. Mr, Warrick was thanked for his dedicated service and commitment to the interests and welfare of the senior citizens in Columbia Heights. Presentation of Check from the Golden Age Club Gertrude Olson, President of the Columbia Heights Golden Age Club, presented a check to Mayor Nawrocki for use in furnishing the Senior Citizen room at John P. Murzyn Hall. c. Presentation of Check from the Senior Citizen "500" Club Helen Ashford presented a check to Mayor Nawrocki for use in the Senior Citizen room at John P. Murzyn Hall. d. Presentation Regarding the Anoka County Mediation Project. Lonni McCauley, a member of the Anoka County Mediation Project Task Force, explained the Project to the Council. She stated that the Mediation Project is an alternative dispute resolution process whereby people in conflict can meet with a trained volunteer and work out their problem using win-win strategies. Operation of this type of project in other counties and communities was reviewed as were the training programs for interested volunteers. It was noted that the process had realized a very high rate of success in the cases which have been handled. The Council is being requested to approve the concept as well as allocation for funding. Mayor Nawrocki noted that there is considerable merit in the program. Resolution No. 86-53 Motion by Carlson, second by Paulson to waive the reading of the resolution there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes RESOLUTION NO. 86-53 ANOKA COUNTY MEDIATION PROJECT - RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT WHEREAS, the concept of volunteer mediation is meeting an increasing number Regular Council Meeting August 25, 1986 page 2 of conflict resolution needs among neighbors, landlords and tenants, businesses and consumers, plus citizens and agencies; and, WHEREAS, the Anoka County Mediation Project proposes to offer mediation services at no cost to those involved in conflict; and, WHEREAS, a recent survey indicated a desire among Anoka County municipalities to use the services of a county mediation project for some conflicts now being handled by Police Departments, City Attorneys, Public Works and Planning Departments, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights supports the concept of an Anoka County Mediation Project and would support its staff's use of these services when appropriate. Passed this 25th day of August, 1986. Offered by: Carlson Seconded by: Paulson Roll call: All ayes Mayor Bruce G. Nawrocki Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary It had been recommended that financial support for the Project be on the basis of 05 per capita. Mayor Nawrocki suggested that financial participation in the Pro- t for this year be 25:f of the budget for 1987. ,tion by Petkoff, second by Carlson to authorize up to $300 for the Anoka County Mediation Project and that the funds be taken from the Unappropriated General Fund Balance, and, furthermore, that this funding be subject to participation by other municipalities. Roll call: All ayes 4a. Oral Petitions Andrew Kohlan, who owns lots on 44½ Avenue, advised the Council of his intent to build on Lots 1,2,3,4,5 and 17. He does not intend to build on the other lots he owns in the area as there would be too much costly soil improvements required to make them buildable. All of the lots owned by Mr. Kohlan in the area are soon to be tax-forfeit. He atso advised the Council he only intends to pay the back taxes and special assessments which are due on the ]ots he will be improving. Mayor Nawrocki observed this as an inequity. No Council action was taken. Mr. Kohlan stated that he will be requesting a variance on one of the lots in the future. 5. Ordinances and Resolutions a. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1127: Pertaining to Allowing Bells on Food/ Beverage Vehicles 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 Mayor Nawrocki noted receipt to two petitions against this ordinance. He also stated his opposition to this ordinance in that the ordinance addressing this matter which was passed previously was given considerable consideration. ORDINANCE NO. 1127 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO Regu'lar Council Meeting August 25, 1986 page 3 .OWING BELLS ON FOOD/BEVERAGE VEHICLES The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section l: Section 5.608(5) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: No licensee under this sectioo shall call attention to his business or to his merchandise by blowing a horn, ringing a bell, by the use of a voice amplifying device, or by any other method of causing a loud noise. Shall hereafter read as follows, to-wit: No licensee under this section shall call attention to his business or to his merchandise by blowing a horn, ringing a bell, by the use of a voice amplifying device, or by any other method of causing a loud noise, pro- vided, however, that a licensee under this section may sound a manually operated bell between noon and 8:30 p.m. daily, during the months of June, July and August, which produces a noise level no greater than 65 decibels when measured at the source of the noise. No licensee permitted to ring a bell under this section shall do so within 300 feet of where the same licensee has rung a bell during the same calendar day if more than fifteen minutes has elapsed between the aforementioned acts of bell ringing. tion 2: Section 10.301(3) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: No person engaged in commercial activities associated with itinerant peddlars, transient merchants, or solicitors, shall: (a) Call attention to his business or to his merchandise by blowing a horn, ringing a bell, by the use of a voice amplifying device, or by any other method of causing a loud noise, or (b) Sell or solicit on Sunday, or after the hour of 9:00 p.m. unless an appointment with the customer has been arranged in advance, or (c) Enter or conduct business upon premises where a sign or plaque is conspiculously posted stating that no solicitors or peddlars are allowed unless a prior appointment is arranged with a resident of said permises. Shall hereafter read as follows, to-wit: (a) Call attention to his business or to his merchandise by blowing a horn, ringing a bell, by the use of a voice amplifying device, or by any other method of causing a loud noise, except as permitted by Section 5.608(5) of this Code, or Regu,lar Council Meeting August 25, 1986 page 4 (b) Sell or solicit on Sunday, or after the hour of 9:00 p.m. unless an appointment with the customer has been arranged in advance, or (c) Enter or conduct business upon premises where a sign or plaque is conspiculously posted stating that no solicitors or peddlars are allowed unless a prior appointment is arranged with a resident of said premises. Section 3: 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: August 11, 1986 August 25, 1986 August 25, 1986 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Petkoff Peterson Paulson, Petkoff, Peterson - aye Carlson, Nawrocki - nay Mayor Bruce G. Nawrocki Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary B. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1129, Relating to Charitable Gambling Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the ordinance there lng ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1129 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, RELATING TO CHARITABLE GAMBLING The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section l: Section 10.302(1) of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, passed June 21, 1977, which currently reads as follows, to-wit: 10.302(1) No person who owns or operates an establishment at which beer is sold on-sale, shall permit any gambling or gambling devices on the premises of such establishment. Shall hereafter read as follows, to-wit: 10.302(1) No person who owns or operates an establishment at which liquor or beer is sold on-sale, shall permit any gambling or gambling devices on the premises of such establishment except as other- wise permitted by law. Section 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and ~fter thirty (30) days after its passage. st reading: reading: Date of passage: August 11, 1986 August 25, 1986 August 25, 1986 Regular Council Meeting August 25, 1986 page 5 fered by: Peterson :onded by: Petkoff Roll call: All ayes Mayor Bruce G. Nawrocki Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary c. First Reading of Ordinance No. 1130; Ordinance Pertaining to Sanitary Sewer Easement This ordinance covers vacation of all but ten feet of an easement at 4314 Jefferson Street. 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. ll30 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1: 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 "AI', Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis is hereby vacated except that the City of Columbia Heights reserves and does not vacate that portion of the aforedescribed easement described as follows, to-wit: An easement for installation, maintenance, repair and upkeep of trunk sanitary sewer over, under, across, and through the north ten feet (10') of the east one-half (½) of Lot Eight (8), Block Four (4), Rearrangement of Block I'A'~, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, according to the recorded plat 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: August 25, 1986 The second reading of Ordinance No. ll30 will be on September 8, 1986. d. First Reading of Ordinance No. 1132: Ordinance Vacating that part of the West Alley Located on Property Owned by First Lutheran Church The purpose of this ordinance is to vacate a portion of the alley located in the block 40th to 41st, Quincy to Monroe. Motion by Carlson, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the ordinance there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1132 .EING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, VACATING A CERTAIN ALLEY The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Regular Council Meeting August 25, 1986 page 6 iction 1: 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. First reading: August 25, 1986 The second reading of this ordinance is scheduled to be held on September 8, 1986. 6. Communications a. First Lutheran Church - 1555 40th Avenue Representatives of the First Lutheran Church requested permission to allow temporary parking at their new facility so services may be conducted there. Pastor Mork advised the Council that it is the desire of the church to use the existing blacktop area plus some grassy area on the property for temporary parking. He noted that the church has gone out for bids for installation of the parking tot and anticipated that the lot would be completed within ninety days. Pastor Mork also stated that the northeast corner of the property will not be used for parking and that he has advised people in the neighborhood of this fact. tion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to grant the First Luthern Church permission to low temporary parking on its property for a period not to exceed ninety days. Roll call: All ayes b. V.F.W. Post #230, Request for Extension of Conditional Use Permit The Post is seeking a sixty day extension on its Conditional Use Permit because of extenuating circumstances regarding the commencement of the construction. Motion by Petkoff, second by Carlson to approve a sixty day extension of the condi- tional use permit issued to the Columbia Heights Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post # 230. Roll call: Ail ayes c. Traffic Commission - Installation of Stop Signs in Alley Motion by Carlson, second by Peterson to authorize the installation of stop signs on both ends of the alley located between Huset Park and 4Oth Avenue, and Jefferson Street and Quincy Street. Roll call: All ayes 7. Old and New Business a. Old Business 1. Consent Agendas Councilmember Paulson requested staff to poll other cities regarding their use of consent agendas. The City Manager noted that a poll of this nature had been done when the subject of consent agendas had been considered in the past. Councilmember Petkoff felt this item should be discussed at a Council work session. Regular Council Meeting August 25, 1986 page 7 1. 1986 Anoka County C.D.B.G. Restoration of Deferred Funds As a result of the enactment of the Urgent Supplemental Appropriations Act, a large part of the cut of 1986 C.D.B.G. funds has been restored. The City's budget for this program has been increased by $23,661. The Council held a lengthy dis- cussion regarding the use of these funds. Councilmember Paterson noted that the Human Services Commission had decreased all of its recommendated uses for public services projects by 15~ and felt these decreases should be restored. Reference was made to one of the public service projects which did not use its allocation. Mayor Na~.;rocki a~d Councilmember Petkoff requested that the Human Services Com- mission review, all of organizations recommended to receive funding and their use of these funds. Mayor Na~..rocki noted that the daycare center, the senior citizen program and the teen center in Murzyn Hall would all qualify for these funds as well. Motion by Paterson, second by Carlson to amend the City's 1986 C.D.B.G Program activities as follows: a. Acquisition of Deteriorated Structures within the City's Downtown Redevelopment District b. Columbia Heights Historical Preservation Record c. Columbia Heights Industrial Base Inventory d. Parkview Villa Senior Citizen Highrise Handicapped Unit Renovation e. Downtown Business Fair f. Public Service Projects (referred to Human Services Commission) $92,181 5,O00 5,000 10,OOO 5,000 20,665 $137,846 Roll call: All ayes 2. Anoka County C.D.B.G. - Joint Cooperation Agreement This agreement will allow the City's continued participation in the C.D.B.G. Program. Motion by Peterson, second by Carlson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the Joint Cooperation Agreement for continued participation in the Urban County Community Development Block Grant Program between the City of Columbia Heights and Anoka County. Roll call: All ayes 3. ~dvertising Campaign for Top Valu Liquor The Liquor Operations Manager is requestinq authorization for an eiaht-week ~dver- rising campaign to be published in the Twin City Reader. Members of the Council had questions regarding this particular publication as well as questions regarding the targeted market and hours of operation of some of the liquor stores. Mayor ~awrocki observed that the marketing strategies employed by the Manager have appeared to be very affective and that each month the operation continues to show impressive growth. Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson to table this item for ~dditional information. Roll call: Ali ayes 4. 1986 Police and Fire Reserve Appreciation Dinner Motion by Carlson, second by Paulson to authorize the expenditure of up to $3,073 in conjunction with the City's Annual Police and Fire Reserve Appreciation Oinner held on October 25, 1986; and, furthermore, to authorize staff to proceed the necessary arrangements. Roll call: All ayes 'Regul.ar Council Meeting August 25, page 8 Latify Action of Staff to Rekey the Murzyn Hall Building and to Purchase icap Door Handles Motion by Petkoff, second by Carlson to ratify the action of the Acting City Manager regarding the rekeying of doors and the purchase of door handles suitable for the handicapped at Murzyn Hall; however, at an expense not to exceed S3,938; and, further- more, that such purchases and services be provided by Security Control Systems, Inc. of Minneapolis. Roll call: All ayes 6. Schools and Conferences a. Attendance of Working Foreman at the American Water Works Association Distribution Systems Symposium Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to authorize the attendance of Lauren McClanahan, Working Foreman, at the American Water Works Association Distribution Systems Symposium to be held in Minneapolis, Mn., on September 7 - 10, 1986; and, furthermore, to reimburse related expenses. Mayor Nawrocki stated he had reviewed the agenda of the Symposium and did not see how this material related to the position of Working Foreman. Roll call: Paulson, Petkoff, Carlson, Peterson - aye Nawrocki - nay b. Attendance of Director of Recreation and Community Education and Assistant Director at the Minnesota Recreation and Park Administration Annual Conference. Motion by Paulson to authorize the attendance of John Tiggas, Director of Recreation and Community Education, and Maureen Donlin, Assistant Directo~ at the Minnesota Recreation and Park Administration Annual Conference to be held on September 24 - 26, 1986, in Duluth, Minnesota~ and, furthermore, to reimburse related expenses. Mayor Tjrocki questioned why two staff members should be attending this conference. Motion s for lack of a second. he City Manager noted that members of the Recreation and Community Services Commission may choose to attend this conference although none of them have indicated this desire at this time. Motion by Nawrocki, second by Petkoff to authorize the attendance of one staff member of the Recreation Department and any member of the Recreation and Community Services Commission who is willing to give up some of his/her personal time at the Minnesota Recreation and Park Administration Annual Conference to be held September 24 - 26, 1~86, in Duluth, Minnesota; and, furthermore, to reimburse related expenses. Roll call: All ayes Mayor Nawrocki requested that members of the Con~nission be contacted in the near future regarding this conference. ?. Authorization to Seek Bids The Council reviewed the items and their approximate costs in this request. The Public Works Director reviewed the purpose/use of each piece of equipment. It was noted that the sewer rodder machine could be gotten for City use through one of the City's joint power agreements. Mayor Nawrocki stated that the budget must be relooked at before any of these purchases are made. Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to authorize the City Manager to seek bids for one four-wheel drive, 1-ton truck; one van; replacement of overhead doors at the Municipal Service Center; purchase of a replacement sewer fodder machine; and, one patcher unit. Roll call: All ayes B. Award of Bid - Dump Truck Public Works Director reviewed the bids received for this truck, It Has noted if the Council authorizes the recommended bidder that the warranty work on the vehicle will be done at Minar Ford in New Brighton. Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to award the purchase of a 33,000 GVW truck Regular Council Meeting August 25, 1986 page 9 th dump body and sander and underbody plow in the amount of $52,632 from Superior rd of Plymouth, Minnesota, based upon low, formal bid; and, furthermore, that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to execute a contract for same. Roll call: All ayes RECESS: 10:30 p.m. RECONVENE: 10:50 p.m. 9. Plat Approval on University Heights The developer of University Heights is requesting final plat approval' since it relates to the company's financing of the project. It was noted that this approval would require a public hearing. Action was taken by the Council establishing a public hearing date but this action was tater stricken from the record as the City Attorney reviewed minutes of a previous meeting where a public hearing was held. 10. Change Order for Murzyn Hall - Pre-heater Booster on Existing Dishwasher Motion by Peterson, second by Carlson to authorize staff to pursue a change order for replacement of a pre-heater booster for the dishwasher unit at Murzyn Hall. Rolt call: Alt ayes 11. Establish Date for Public Hearing - Transfer of Cable Television Franchise Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to establish September 29, 1986 at 7:30 p.m. as the public hearing for the purpose of considering Transfer of the Cable Tele- vision Franchise. Roll call: A11 ayes Mayor Nawrocki inquired if this public hearing was to consider transfer of the fran-- ise or of the stock. A member of the staff left the meeting to contact the Cable al counsel regarding this matter. 12. Other New Business a. Business Conducted on Columbus Day It was noted that the regularly scheduled Council meeting would fall on Columbus Day in October and whether or not this was a business day in City Hall was discussed. It was determined that this day was exchanged as a holiday and would be a regular work day. b. Appointment to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson to concur in the appointment of Verlin Vedders to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Roll call: All ayes c. Request to Approve Alley Party Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson to approve an alley party on Saturday, B~ptember 20, 1986 from noon until 11:00 p.m. in the alley 40th to 41st Avenues, Monroe to Madi- son Streets. Rol1 call: All ayes 8. Reports a. Report of the City Attorney The City Attorney advised the Council of the status of the hearings regarding egress from the parking lot south of Murzyn Hall onto 39th Avenue across Soo Line railroad tracks. It was noted that at the recent hearing the Council's resolution dedicating s area as a public right-of-way was submitted. A decision on this matter is ex- ted by mid-September. The City Attorney has given a report to the City Manager regarding the Relief Associa- tion. He noted that it is observed that tl~e City receives more duties in the business of the Association of a day to day basis. Regular Council Meeting August 25, 1986 page 10 City Attorney advised the Council that the plat for University Heights was approved adopted at the May 9, 1985 Council meeting. on by Peterson, second by Petkoff to approve the final plat for University HeightS,. Second Addition dated July 17, 1986. Roll call: All ayes Legal counsel for cable matters for the City of Columbia Heights was contacted by phone regarding transfer of stock or of the franchise. He advised the public hearing in ques- tion was for transfer of stock. Mayor Nawrocki suggested further consideration of this matter was in order. Motion b~ Petkoff, second by Carlson to establish a date for the public hearing for the transfer oF stock or of the franchise be the subject of a special Council meeting on August 27, 1986 at 9:30 p.m.. Roll call: All ayes b. Report of the City Manager Copies of the City Manager's report were distributed and the following items were discussed: 1. Lions Club Regarding Single Event Beer Licenses: Members of the Lions Club are questioning the need to file separate applications for each single event beer licen- se The City Attorney noted that the liquor licenses are the topic and they are not strictly for the serving of beer. He advised that one license can cover many dif- ferent occasions but that each site would have to be brought to the Council for approval. At this point in time the Lions Club is specifically applying for a beer license for the Mall Celebration on September 13th and the Booster Dance on November 28th. ger, Items Raised at August llth Council Meeting: This matter addressed eight items at the August llth Council meeting and responded to by the Acting City Mana- 3. HRA Board Walk-thru of Medical Center and Parking Ramp: The Council was advised that a walk-thru of the Columbia Park Medical Center and the parking ramp is scheduled for September 9th at 6:00 p.m.. 9. Licenses Motion by Peterson, second by Carlson to approve the licenses as listed upon payment of proper fees. Roll call: All ayes 10. Payment of Bills Motion by Carlson, second by Peterson to pay the bills as listed out of proper funds. Roll call: All ayes Adjournment Motion by Peterson, second by Carlson All ayes Jo-~e Student, Council -S'-~cretary call: August 22, 1986 City of Columbia Heights Office of the Mayor 590 - 40th Ave. N.E. Columbia Heights, MN Mayor Nawrocki and Councilmembers, We are requesting approval for our 5th Annual Alley Party to be held on Saturday, September 20th, 1986, from noon until 11:00 P.M. We want to block-off the alley which runs - 40th to 41st Ave. between Madison and Monroe. Thank you for your consideration of this matter. Sincerely~ Diana Riel(Mrs. Lester) 4010 Monroe St. N.E. Columbia Heights 788-4824