HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 27, 2000OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 27, 2000
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmember Szurek, Councilmember Jolly, Councilmember WyckotT, Councilmember Hunter,
Mayor Peterson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA
(The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions and deletions to the agenda. These may be items
brought to the attention of the Council under the Citizen Forum or items submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.)
CONSENT AGENDA
(These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted as part of the Consent Agenda by one
motion. Items removed from consent agenda approval will be taken up as next order of business.)
Motion by Szurek, second by Wyckoff, to approve Consent Agenda items as follows:
1) Minutes for Approval
MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the March 13, 2000, Regular Council Meeting
as presented.
MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the March 20, 2000, Public Improvement
Hearing.
2)
Establish Work Session meeting dates for April, 2000.
MOTION: Move to establish Work Session meeting date of Monday, April 3, 2000,
immediately following the Board of Review meeting, and Monday, April 17, 2000, at 7:00
p.m.
3)
Accept Bid for T-Shirt and Equipment Order
MOTION: Move to accept the low responsible bids from Fitzharris Sport in the amount of
$6,299.00, and Sporting Goods Inc. in the amount of $4,198.27 with both to be paid from
account 881-45001-2170.
4)
Approve Conditional Use Permit Case #2000-0304, 2261 37th Avenue NE
MOTION: Move to approve the Conditional Use Permit to allow the operation of a
temporary green and flowering plant sales tent at 2261 37th Avenue NE from April 10,
2000, through July 31, 2000, subject to the following condition:
1. A $500 deposit shall be submitted to the License/Permit Clerk prior to
installation of the structure on the site.
5)
Approve Conditional Use Permit Case #2000-0305, 5126 Central Avenue NE
MOTION: Move to approve the Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction of a 16'
x 16' store front entry tower on the building occupied by Tires Plus at 5126 Central
Avenue NE, subject to the following conditions:
1. All required state and local codes, permits, license and inspections will be
met and in full compliance.
2. All proposed signage must be submitted on the City prescribed application
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form and must fully comply with the Zoning Ordinance.
A second handicap accessible parking space shall be provided on the site
prior to the issuance of a final certificate of occupancy for the project.
6)
Award of 2000-2001 Tree Removal Program.
MOTION: Move to award the 2000-2001 Removal of Trees, Trees and Stumps or
Stumps only on Public and Private Property Contract to Bluemel's Tree and Landscape,
Inc. of Hudson, Wisconsin, based upon their low, qualified, responsible bid for tree and
stump removal, tree removal only, or stump removal only; and furthermore, to authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same.
7)
Approval of Change Order #1 for 1999 Alley Construction
MOTION: Move to authorize Change Order #1 for additional alley, storm sewer and
water main construction work to Ron Kassa Construction in the amount of $37,732.72
with funding out of PIR Fund 415 of $3,600.00; Infrastructure Fund 430 of $9,759.00,
Storm Sewer Construction Fund 654 of $16,855.30 and Water Construction Fund 651 of
$7,518.42.
8)
Approve License Applications
MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for March
27, 2000.
9)
Establish Hearing Dates Re: License Revocation or Suspension of Rental Properties at
MOTION: Move to establish a Hearing Date of April 10, 2000, for Revocation or
Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights
against Sally Anderson at 3843 Hayes Street.
MOTION: Move to Establish a Hearing Date of April 10, 2000, for Revocation or
Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights
against Willam Frauly at 4546 Fillmore Street.
10)
Payment of Bills
MOTION: Move to pay the bills as listed out of proper funds.
All ayes. Motion carried.
5. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND GUESTS
A. Proclamations
1) National Library week, April 9-15, 2000 - Barb Miller, Library Board President
The Mayor read the proclamation for National Library Week. Barb Miller, Library Board President; Pat
Sowoda, Library Trustee; and Becky Loader, Library Director were present to accept the Proclamation. Barb
Miller expressed appreciation for the Council's support given to the Library. She mfo~w~ed Council and
residents that the Height,' Theater has agT'eed to sponsor a ftrod raiser for children's libra~y services on April 8t~'
and 9t~' by showing the silent version of ?eter ?an, accompanied with the original mttsic on their Wirlitzer organ.
Sowoda and Loader handed out bookmarks, and if the stub is redeemed $2 will go to the Libra~y.
B. Presentations
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C. Introduction of New Employees
D. Recognition
1. Recognition of Denny's Restaurant for remodeling of their facility.
Peterson stated Council has viewed improvements along Central Avenue and would Jike to actb~owledge the
persons responsible. The Mayor awarded a plaque to the Assistant Manager of Denny's Restrauant, 5025
Central, for their remodeling efforts.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Rental
1.
License Revocation
Public Hearing for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 4328 6th Street
NE.
Motion by Wyckoff, second by Szurek, to close the Public Hearing Regarding the
Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License held by Thomas Brooks, at 4328 6th
Street, as that property is vacant and not being used as rental property at this time. All
ayes. Motion carried.
Public Hearing for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 3718 Central
Avenue
Motion by $zurek, second by Jolly, to close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation
or Suspension of the Rental License held by Heidi VonHeideman, at 3718 Central Avenue,
as that property is in substantial compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code. All
ayes. Motion carried.
Public Hearing for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 4131 Washington
Street
Motion by Jolly, second by Szurek, to close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation
or Suspension of the Rental License held by Carol Topei, at 4131 Washington Street, as
that property is in substantial compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code. All ayes.
Motion carried.
Public Hearing for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 1231/1233 40th
Avenue
Motion by Hunter, seconded by Szurek, to close the public hearing regarding the
revocation or suspension of the Rental License held by Talmer Caraway II regarding rental
property at 1231/1233 40th Avenue in that the property is in compliance with the Housing
Maintenance Code. All ayes. Motion carried.
First Reading of Ordinance No. 1404, Being an Ordinance Amending sections of the Zoning
Ordinance
Anderson indicated staff received a request fi'om First Community Credit Union to increase the number of ca~
they can have for sale on their proper~ fi'om ~o to five vehicles. The cu~Tent Zoning ordinance wouM require
a COllditiolla[ lise pe~w~it The PJallllJllg alld gollillg Conlnlissioll is reconlnlelldillg all anlelldnlellt to the gollillg
ordinance allowit~g fit~ancial instinttions this fiexibili~. AY zoning dstricts wiY be treated equally under
Ordinance ~1404. Anderson read the language fi'om the ordinance which indcates which ~pes of financial
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institutions are inchMeal, and other restrictions, such as vehicle sales advertising. The building on site would be
required to be a pe~w~anent structure.
Joyce Shellito, 403 Stm~mit Street, questioned square footage of the building and the lot size required to
accommodate the required parking spaces. Anderson indicated generally one space is required for eve~y 250
square feet, with differences by the type of business. First Commtmity Credit Union does meet the requirements
for parking and qualifies for the requested five vehicle sale spaces. Hoeft indicated the cars will be parked on
their property and the parking requirements do fall within the downtown parking district.
Motion by Jolly, second by Szurek, to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1404, there being
ample copies available for the public. All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Jolly, second by Szurek, to establish April 10, 2000, at approximately 7:00 p.m. as the
second reading of Ordinance No. 1404, which is an ordinance amending sections 9.112(2)(o),
9.113(2)(k), 9.114(1)(c), 9.115A(2)(b), and 9.116(14) of the Columbia Heights Zoning
Ordinance. All ayes. Motion carried.
C. Adoption of City of Columbia Heights Business Subsidy Policy
Anderson stated this is a State mandated Public Hearing enacted by the Minnesota Legislattire in 1999
regulating business subsidies entered into by local govemm~enL Any a~'eements si~ed to ~ard business
subsidies for financial assistance must provide antreal reports to the Department of Trade and Economic
DevelopmenL The Cotmcil was reqttested to approve the policy identi~ing criteria for entering into any sttch
a~'eements.
Mayor Peterson opened the public hearing to the audience. Following no response, Mayor Peterson closed the
public hearing.
Motion by Hunter, second by Wyckoff, to adopt the City of Columbia Heights Business Subsidy
Policy and Criteria. All ayes. Motion carried.
ITEMS
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B.
C.
FOR CONSIDERATION
Other Ordinances and Resolutions
Bid Considerations
Other Business
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A. Report of the City Manager
B. Report of the City Attorney
dim Hoeft, City Atton,ey, introduced Chris DeLaForest, an associate in their office, who may be representing
their fi~w~ in his absence. Anderson indicated he has been fortunate to have worked with Mr. DeLaForest, and
stated how helpfid he has been.
GENERAL COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
A. Minutes of Boards and Commissions
1) Meeting of the March 6, 2000, Library Board of Trustees
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2) Meeting of the February 15, 2000, Economic Development Authority
Mayor Peterson indicated he attended the dedications of three Habitat Homes last Satw~day, and a lot of
neighbors were there to we/come them.
10.
CITIZENS FORUM
(At this time, citizens have an opportunity to discuss with the Council items not on the regular agenda. The citizen is
requested to limit their comments to five minutes. Please note, the public may address the Council regarding specific agenda
items at the time the item is being discussed.)
Linda Ballentine, 5230 4'~' Street, felt the maximum six hour parking restriction in the City, which does not allow
her to park in fi'ont of her home during the day, is unfair. She also felt it was unfair for Police to respond to a
complaint and chalk all vehicles in the area. She felt neighbors shouM talk to each other instead of calling the
Police. Chief Johnson indicated ve~y few complaints of this type have been received.
Hm~ter questioned the reason for this ordinance. Johnson indicated that at night it keeps cars off the streets,
redttces burglaries, and redttces junk vehicles left on the street. Ballentine questioned why the portable toilet is
missit~g fi'om the Liquor store ? Fehst stated he was t~ot aware it is got~e at~d will check it~to it.
Joyce Shellito, 403 ~ttmmit Street, stated her concern regarding the properties at 3944 and 3950 Lookout Place
that the City purchased and the assumption that the gas station will be expanding. She felt there are enough
businesses in this area that create excessive traffic and noise. She thought the City purchased properties to
demolish them and replace with new homes. Shellito questioned whether Merit Siding and other businesses in the
area have the required parking spaces. She felt there is a problem with the mud between Merit Siding and the
apartment btti[ding. Fehst indicated staff is preparing a response to the conce~ws Ms'. Shellito conveyed to the
Mayor. It will be suggested that the owner meet with the neighbors to discuss changes and to even find a way to
redttce traffic. Febst indicated demolition may take place dttring dtme, or later, and the City will maintain the
properties following demolition. h~ response to Shellito, Fehst indicated the properties may be available for
garden plots if the City retains the lots' this year.
Peterson addressed the Merit Siding issue, stating their building pe~w~it is valid for one year and they are
waiting for the fi'ost to leave before they are able topour footings, and that the muddy area will be resoh~ed.
Shellito asked Council to consider ve~v carefidly before allowing an increase in the traffic in this area.
HaroM Hoium, 4321 5'~' Street, stated vehicle weight restrictions are needed for the area around Lookout Place.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Wyckoff, second by Jolly, to adjourn the meeting. All ayes. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
Patricia Muscovitz, Deputy City Clerk