HomeMy WebLinkAboutMar 3, 1986OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT HEARING
MARCH 3, 1986
The Public Improvement Hearing was convened at 7:30 by Mayor Nawrocki.
1. Roll Call
Paulson, Petkoff, Carlson, Peterson, Nawrocki - present
2. Purpose of Hearing
To conduct a Public Improvement Hearing regarding special assessment projects
dealing with construction of certain alleys and reconstruction of certain
alleys.
3. Presentation of Information by Staff
a. Project #8102, P.I.R. #776, Reconstruction of alley between Polk Street and
Buchanan Street from 37th to 39th Avenues.
Work would include new bituminous surfacing, storm sewer improvements, a retaining
wall and construction of a turn-around at the deadend, the replacement of old
galvanized and lead water services within the alley right-of-way from the water
service shutoff to the City main, and miscellaneous associated construction items.
Much discussion followed regarding the need for the retaining wall, steps and sod
at the deadend of the alley. Many of the residents opposed these items. Mayor
Nawrocki suggested that the paving and drainage work be done and the remainder of
the project be deleted. The Mayor again stated his concern with the engineering
and administrative costs on this project as well as the others being considered
at this hearing and felt these charges needed to be reviewed. Councilmember Carlson
shared the Mayor's concern and took the position that this type of assessment should
be paid out of the General Fund rather than be assessed to benefiting property owners.
Mayor Nawrocki advised those in attendance that these projects, if approved at this
hearing, would go out for bid shortly and the work would be done this summer. If
the bids came in over or under the estimates by 10% another hearing would be held.
The assessment hearing for these projects will be held in the fail. The Mayor
explained the assessment payment procedure. The City Manager recommends assessment
over a fifteen year period at 11% for Project #8102.
Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson that Project #8102 be authorized, that the
turn around, retaining wall and steps be removed from the project, and that the
engineering and administrative costs be reviewed. Roll call: Paulson, Petkoff,
Peterson, Nawrocki - aye Carlson - nay
b. Project #8301, P.I.R. #793 Reconstruction of the alley between Tyler Street
and Polk Street from 37th to 39th Avenues.
Work would include the placement of new bituminous surfacing and miscellaneous
associated construction items.
The City Manager noted that the administrative costs for this project had decreased
since the last time it was considered. Discussion followed regarding the history
of water problems in this alley. Some of the residents felt that the major problem
in the alley was in the middle of it and the areas at either end would not need
much repair. Councilmember Peterson suggested that an alternate be considered
for this project for repairing the center section of the alley only. The City
Manager recommends assessment over a five year period at eleven percent.
Motion by Petkoff, second by Paulson to authorize Project #8301, that the
engineering and administratvie costs be reviewed, and that the feasibility of
of patching the center section of the alley only be explored. Roll call: All
ayes
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c. Project #8~11, P.I.R. # 795 Construction of the alley between University
Avenue and Fourth Street from 44th to 45th Avenues
Work would include the placement of a new bituminous surface, the replacement of
one oalvanized water service within the alley right-of-way from the water service
shutoff to the City main, and miscellaneous construction items.
The specifics of the project were discussed with the residents from the area in
attendance. The City Manager made some minor corrections on the cost estimates.
He recommends assessment over a five year period at eleven percent.
Motion by Peterson, second by Petkoff to authorize Project #8411 and that the
engineering and administrative costs be reviewed. Roll call: All ayes
d. Project #8511, P.I.R. # 809 Reconstruction of the alley between Polk Steeet
and Taylor Street from 46th to 47th Avenues
Work would include replacement of a new bituminous alley surface, a retaining
wall and the miscellaneous construction items. The City Engineer advised the
Council that the retaining wall is constructed on the alley right-of~way. The
history of this retaining wall was discussed. The City Manager recommends
assessment over an eight year period at eleven percent.
Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to proceed with Project #8511 and to look
at the retaining wall and determined if it can be salvaged at the new level;
if it can't be salvaged, it will be rebuilt with the rebuilding costs coming
from the General Fund. Roll call: Paulson, Petkoff, Peterson, Nawrocki - aye
Carlson - nay
e. Project #8512, P.I.R. # 810 Construction of the alley west of Reservoir
Boulevard from Peters Place to Gould Avenue
Work would include the placement of a new bituminous alley surface and
miscellaneous construction items.
This alley has no permanent base at this time. The property owner of 3936
and 3942 Reservoir Boulevard gave the Council a letter from three property
owners in the project area stating their opposition to the project. He noted
that these three owners own more than half of the assessed area. The Mayor
stated there have been complaints received regarding this alley. The resident
advised the Council that three of the persons who have complained about the
alley have moved. He felt there was only one trouble spot in the alley and
when it was bladed and filled with rock last summer it has improved to the
point where it was acceptable. Councilmember Paulson felt it was a dangerous
alley and needed improvement.
Motion by Carlson, second by Petkoff to deny Project #8512. Roll call: Petkoff,
Carlson, Peterson, Nawrocki - aye Paulson - nay Project denied.
4. Consideration of Resolution Authorizing Projects
a. Resolution No. 86-15; Being a Resolution Ordering Improvements for Project
#8102, P.I.R. #776; Reconstruction of the Alley Between Polk Street and Buchanan
Street from 37th Avenue to 39th Avenue.
Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the resolution
there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 86-15
BEING A RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS
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BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights,
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights by motion on the 27th
day of January, 1986 ordered notice of a hearing to be given to property owners,
and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to a notice of hearing certain residents appeared at a Council
Meeting on the 3rd day of March, 1986, and,
WHEREAS, the Council determines to proceed with this local improvement, a portion
of the cost being defrayed by special assessments under Charter provisions,
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED:
1. That the location and extent of such improvements is as follows:
Reconstruction of the alley between Polk Street N.E. and Buchanan Street
N.E. from 37th Avenue N.E. to 39th Avenue N.E.. Said alley runs south
from Buchanan Street N.E. and 39th Avenue N.E. and then dead ends short
of 37th Avenue N.E.
Work would include new bituminous surfacing, storm sewer improvements,
the replacement of old galvanized and lead water services within the
alley right-of-way from the water service shutoff to the City main,
and miscellaneous associated construction items. Water service replace-
ments are proposed to be assessed on a per parcel basis if replacement
is necessary.
2. That the materials to be used are as follows:
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Aggregate base, concrete surfacing, bituminous surfacing, sod, l" copper
water service pipe, P.V.C. storm sewer pipe, reinforced concrete stOrm
sewer pipe, concrete manholes and catch basins and various appurtenances.
That a careful estimate of the cost of the improvements has been made by
the City Manager and the several lots and parcels of land fronting upon
and adjacent to such proposed improvements, which be deemed benefited
thereby, were properly notified of said hearings.
4. That the City Manager shall also list the names and owners of the several
parcels so improved as nearly as can be ascertained.
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That the City Manager shall proceed with taking of bids for the improvements
or portions of the improvements, as stated herein.
6. These improvements shall also be known as Project No. 776.
Passed this 3rd day of March, 1986.
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Offered by: Petkoff
Seconded by: Peterson
Roll call: All ayes
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
Mayor Bruce G. Nawrocki
b. Resolution No. 86-16; Being a Resolution Ordering Improvements for Project
#8301, P.I.R. #793, Reconstruction of the Alley Between Tyler Street N.E. and
Polk Street N.E. from 37th Avenue N.E. to 39th Avenue N.E.
Motion by Petkoff, second by Peterson to waive the reading of the resolution
there being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 86-16
BEING A RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights by motion on the 27th
day of January, 1986 ordered notice of a hearing to be given to property owners,
and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to a notice of hearing certain residents appeared at a Council
meeting on the 3rd day of March, 1986, and
WHEREAS, the Council determines to proceed with this local improvement, a portion
of the cost being defrayed by special assessments under Charter provisions.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED:
1. That the location and extent of such improvements is as follows:
Reconstruction of the alley between Tyler Street N.E. and Polk Street
N.E. from 37th Avenue N.E. and 39th Avenue N.E.
Work would include the placement of new bituminous surfacing and mis-
cellaneous associated construction items.
2. That the materials to be used are as follows:
Aggregate base, bituminous surfacing, concrete and sod.
That a careful estimate of the cost of the improvements has been made
by the City Manager and the several lots and parcels of land fronting
upon and adjacent to such proposed improvements, which be deemed
benefited thereby, were properly notified of said hearings, and
4. That the City Manager shall also list the names and owners of the
several parcels so improved as nearly as can be ascertained.
5. That the City Manager shall proceed with taking bids for the improvements,
or portions of the improvements, as stated herein.
6. These improvements shall be known as Project No. 793.
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Passed this 3rd day of March, 1986.
Offered by: Petkoff
Seconded by: Peterson
Roll call: All ayes
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
Mayor Bruce G. Nawrocki
It was noted that the project addressed in Resolution No. 86-16 would include
further review by the Public Works Department regarding how much of the surface
would need to be replaced.
c. Resolution No. 86-17; Being a Resolution Ordering Improvements for Project
#8411, P.I.R. #795, Construction of the Alley Between University Avenue N.E.
and Fourth Street N.E. from 44th Avenue N.E. to 45th Avenue N.E.
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. 86-17
BEING A RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights,
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights by motion on the
27th day of January, 1986, ordered notice of a hearing to be given to property
owners, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to a notice of hearing certain residents appeared at a Council
meeting on the 3rd day of March, 1986, and,
WHEREAS, the Council determines to proceed with this local improvement, a
portion of the cost being defrayed by special assessments under Charter
provision.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED:
1. That the location and extent of such improvements is as follows:
Construction of the alley between University Avenue N.E. and Fourth
Street N.E. from 44th Avenue N.E. and 45th Avenue N.E.
Work would include the placement of a new bituminous surface, the re-
placement of one galvanized water service within the alley right-of-way
from the water service shutoff to the City main, and miscellaneous
construction items. Water service replacements are proposed to be assessed
on a per parcel basis if replacement is necessary.
2. That the materials to be used are as follows:
Aggregate base, bituminous surfacing, concrete, l" copper water pipe
and sod.
3. That a careful estimate of the cost of the improvements has been made
by the City Manager and the several lots and parcels of land fronting
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upon and adjacent to such proposed improvements, which be deemed benefited
thereby, were properly notified of said hearings, and,
That the City Manager shall also list the names and owners of the several
parcels so improved as nearly as can be ascertained.
That the City Manager shall proceed with taking of bids for the improve-
ments, or portions of the improvements, as stated herein.
6. These improvements shall also be known as Project No. 795.
Passed this 3rd day of March, 1986.
Offered by: Paulson
Seconded by: Carlson
Roll call: All ayes
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
Mayor Bruce G. Nawrocki
d. Resolution No. 86-18; Being a ResolutiDn Ordering Improvements for Project
#8511, P.I.R. #809, Reconstruction of the Alley Between Polk Street N.E. and
Taylor Street N.E. from 46th Avenue N.E. to 47th Avenue N.E.
Motion by Paulson, second by Petkoff to waive the reading of the resolution there
being ample copies available to the public. Roll call: All ayes
RESOLUTION NO. 86-18
BEING A RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights by motion on the 27th
day of January, 1986 ordered notice of a hearing to be given to property owners,
and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to a notice of hearing certain residents appeared at a Council
meeting on the 3rd day of March, 1986, and,
WHEREAS, the Council determines to proceed with this local improvement, a portion
of the cost being defrayed by special assessment under Charter provisions.
NOW~ THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED:
1. That the location and extent of such improvements is as follows:
Reconstruction of the alley between Polk Street N.E. and Taylor Street N.E.
from 46th Avenue N.E. to 47th Avenue N.E.
Work would include placement of new bituminous alley surface, a retaining
wall and miscellaneous construction items.
2. That the materials to be used are as follows:
Aggregate base, bituminous surfacing, concrete, structural concrete
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retaining wall and sod.
That a careful estimate of the cost of the improvements has been made
by the City Manager and the several lots and parcels of land fronting
upon and adjacent to such proposed improvements, which be deemed benefited
thereby, were properly notified of said hearings, and
4. That the City Manager shall also list the names and owners of the several
parcels so improved as nearly as can be ascertained.
5. That the City Manager shall proceed with taking of bids for the improvements
or portions of the improvements, as stated herein.
6. These improvements shall also be known as Project No. 809.
Passed this 3rd day of March, 1986.
Offered by: Petkoff
Seconded by: Peterson
Roll call: All ayes
Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary
Mayor Bruce G. Nawrocki
It was noted that the retaining wall referred to in Ordinance No. 86-18 ~,ill be
further reviewed by the Engineering Department to determine how much of it may
need to be replaced or if all of it will need to be replaced.
Assessment Costs for Engineering and Administrative Charges
The Council had approved the projects with the understanding that the City staff
will review all of the engineering and administrative costs with a follow-up
discussion with the Council.
Councilmember Peterson wanted staff to pursue deducts for those property owners
who paid their assessments in full before the full assessment period had passed.
There was further discussion between the Council and the staff regarding an
alley located on Parkview Lane which is experiencing watermain breaks and
whose surface is breaking up. It was also noted that the agreement for work on
Upland Crest has not been taken by the Assessing Department staff to the County
at this point in time.
Annual Report
The Mayor and members of the Council
Adjournment
Motion by Carlson, second by Peterson
Call: All ayes
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