HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 12, 2000CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 12, 2000
7:00P. M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER/APPOINT SECRETARY PRO- TEM/ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Gary Peterson.
Motion by Councilmember Hunter, seconded by Councilmember Jolly, to appoint Carole Blowers as
Secretary Pro-Tem. Motion passed unanimously.
Roll Call: Present-Mayor Peterson, Councilmembers Jolly, Wyckoff, Hunter, Szurek
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING A GENDA
The Mayor stated that Item 7A1, Emergency Ordinance No. 1415, extending the date of the moratorium
on the change in use of property within the business zoning district in the City of Columbia Heights
would be discussed at that point of the agenda and is an addition to the meeting agenda.
CONSENT A GENDA
Councilmember Wyckoff requested Consent Agenda items # 4A 4 and 4A 17 be pulled for further
discussion.
Motion by Councilmember Wyckoff, seconded by Councilmember Szurek, and passed unanimously to
approve the following Consent Agenda items:
Minutes for Approval
The Council approved the minutes of the May 22, 2000, Regular City Council Meeting and the June 5,
2000, Special City Council Meeting as presented.
Establish Work Session meeting dates for July of 2000.
The Council established a Work Session meeting date of Monday, July 17, 2000 at 7:00 p.m.
Authorize the purchase and installation of two Internet graphics browsers at the Library
The Council authorized the purchase and installation of hardware and software necessary to install two
Internet graphics browsers from the Anoka County Library based on available State and County
contract prices and through the Columbia Heights Information System Department based on obtained
quotes; and furthermore to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the
same.
Approve Voice Mail for Columbia Heights Athletic Boosters
The Council approved adding voice mail to the o27~ce phone line of the Columbia Heights Athletic
Boosters located at Murzyn Hall.
Authorize Attendance at Annual Police Retraining Conference
The Council approved the attendance of the Chief of Police at the Minnesota Chapter of the Southern
Police Institute Annual Retraining Conference to be hem in Plymouth, Minnesota, on July 24-28, 2000,
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with conference registration fee of $175 to be covered from the Police Department training budget.
Award of Electrical Services for Gateway Park
The Council moved to accept the quote from Heights Electric in the amount not to exceed $5,750 to
provide an electric service to Gateway Park with funding provided by Fund 401-59919-5130; and,
authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same.
The Council adopted Resolution No. 2000-50, being a resolution accepting bids and awarding the 2000
Seal Coating Project 140001 (B) to Allied Blacktop of Maple Grove, Minnesota, based upon their low,
qualified, responsible bid in the amount of $81,888. O0 to be appropriated from Fund 415-50001-5130;
and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000..50
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
SEAL COATING PROJECT, ~O001(B)
TO ALLIED BLACKTOP COMPANY
WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for 2000 Seal Coating Project ~0001 (B) bids
were received, opened and tabulated according to law. The following bids were received
complying with the advertisement:
Bidder Base sBid
AHied Blacktop $81,888. O0
Astech Corp. $86,925. 55
WHEREAS, it appears that Allied Blacktop, 10503 89th Ave. No., Maple Grove, MAr is the lowest
responsible bidder.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MI3fNESOTA:
1. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract with AHied
Blacktop Company in the name of the City of Columbia Heights fo~ 2000 Seal Coating Project #0001
(B), according to plans and specifications therefore approved by the Council
2. The City Engineer is hereby authorized and directed to return, forthwith, to aH bidders, the
deposits made with their bids except the deposit of the successful bidder and the next lower bidder
shah be retained until the contract has been signed.
3. City Project #0001 (B) shah be funded with approximately 25% City funds and approximately
75% by assessments.
Dated this 12th day of June, 2000.
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Offered by: Wyckoff
Seconded by: Szurek
Roll Call: AH Ayes
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
Gary Peterson, Mayor
Carde J. Blowers, Secretary Pro Tern
Approval of Conditional Use Permit Case #2000-0613. for 3800 Central Avenue
The Council approved the Conditional Use Permit to allow the operation of the Puerto l/allarto restaurant in the
Retail Business Zoning District at 3800 Central Avenue, subject to the following conditions:
a. All required state and local codes, permits, licenses and inspections will be met and in full
compliance.
b. Waste material storage shall be located and screened in a manner consistent with the Zoning
Ordinance.
c. All proposed signage must be submitted on the City prescribed application form and must fully
comply with the Zoning Ordinance.
d. The screening fence shall be maintained in a safe and functional condition, all debris and weeds
removed from site and the area maintained.
e. A site plan drawn to scale shall be submitted for review and approval by staff This site plan shall
provide at a minimum, the following information: layout of parking lot, access points, one van
accessible and one other handicapped accessible parking space, provisions for loading/unloading,
dumpster enclosure, and, snow storage.
f. One van accessible and one other handicap parking space shall be provided as near as possible to
the main entrance to the buiMing. This space and access aisle shall be clearly marked and signed.
g. The applicant will veri~ and provide evidence of legal authorization to reside and work within the
U.S.
Approval of Conditional Use Permit #2000-0614. 41 O1 Washington Street
The Council approved the Conditional Use Permit to allow the operation of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church ChiM
Care at 4101 Washington Street, subject to the following conditions:
a. All required state and local codes, permits, licenses and inspections will be met and in full
compliance.
b. All proposed signage must be submitted on the City prescribed application form and must fully
comply with the Zoning Ordinance.
c. An outdoor play space not less than 2,250 square feet shall be provided and fenced, and issuance
of the CUP will require a revised site plan showing the same.
d. The traffic parking pattern shall be on 41st Avenue and be clearly marked and signed subject to
review and approval of the Traffic Commission.
e. The site plan shall be amended to provide temporary parking spaces for the drop off and pick up of
children. These spaces shall be clearly marked and identified.
Approval of a Variance Case #2000-0615. 3959 Central Avenue NE
The Council approved the variance request to allow a projecting roofiop sign at the Dairy Queen in the CBD,
Central Business District at 3959 Central Avenue NE as a hardship has been established with regard to the historic
preservation of the building.
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Approval of a Variance Case #2000-0616. 3951 Central Avenue NE
The Council approved the variance to allow a 16foot 2 inch by 2foot 5 inch projecting sign, the roof sign based
upon the hardship with regard to historic preservation of the building at 3951 Central Avenue NE.
First Reading of Ordinance 1414 to Extend Moratorium on commercial installation of towers. antennae. and dishes
The Council waived the reading of Ordinance No. 1414, there being ample copies available to the public.
The Council established June 26, 2000 at approximately 7:O0 p.m. as the second reading of Ordinance 1414, being
an Ordinance of the Columbia Heights City Council for a 5~60 day extension of the moratorium on the placement,
construction, and modification of towers and wireless telecommunications facilities within the City of Columbia
Heights.
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE 1414
BEING AN ORDINANCE OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
FOR A 60 DAY EXTENSION OF THE MORATORIUM
ON THE PLACEMENT, CONSTRUCTION, AND MODIFICATION OF TO WERN
AND WIRELESS TELE COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
WITHIN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
The City of Columbia Heights does Ordain:
Section 1:
WHEREAS, on February 8, 1996, Congress enacted the Federal Telecommunications Act of1996, P.L. No.
104-104, to deregulate the telecommunications industry, providing a more competitive environment for wired and
wireless telecommunication services in the United States; and,
WHEREAS, increased competition in the market for wireless telecommunications services may create an
increased demand for antenna sites on towers and other antenna support structures necessary for providing wireless
service via existing and new technologies; and
WHEREAS,' the Telecommunications Act of 1996 preserves the authority of the City to regulate the
placement, construction, and modification of towers, antenna support structures, and wireless telecommunications
facilities in order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public; and,
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Zoning Ordinance currently allows public utility structures as a
Conditional Use Permit in every zoning district within the City except for the 1-2, Industrial District which does not
allow public utility structures; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council determines it is necessary to complete the Comprehensive Plan update and
the rewrite of the Columbia Heights Zoning Ordinance and conduct further research and analysis as to appropriate
zoning and performance standards for towers and wireless telecommunications facilities within the City.
Section 2:
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT in an effort to protect the health, safety, and welfare of
the public, the Columbia Heights City Council hereby imposes a 60 day extension to the moratorium on the
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placement, construction, and modificaaon of towers and wireless telecommunications facilities within the City of
Columbia Heights, with said moratorium commencing and effective July 1 O, 2000 through and including September
7, 2000, and recognizing said moratorium will effect only those applications for the placement, construction, and
modification of towers and wireless telecommunications facilities submitted to the City after the date of adoption
of this ordinance.
Section 3:
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after July 10, 2000 and extending through and including
September 7, 2000.
Offered by: Wyckoff
Seconded by: Szurek
Roll Call: All Ayes
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
Carole J. Blowers, Secretary Pro Tem
Establish Hearing Dates Re: License Revocation or Suspension of Rental Properties at 4616 Tyler St. 218-220 42~
Ave. 1020 44~ Ave. 4147 Washington. 4201 6~ St
The Council established a Hearing Date of June 26, 2000for Revocation or suspension of a License to Operate a
Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Syed Raza at 4616 Tyler Street.
The Council established a Hearing Date of June 26, 2000for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a
Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Christopher Decker at 218-220 42~ Avenue.
The Council established a Hearing Date of June 26, 2000for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a
Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Greg Heinen at 1020 44th Avenue.
The Council established a Hearing Date of June 26, 2000for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a
Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Larry Wakeman at 4147 Washington Street.
The Council established a Hearing Date of June 26, 2000for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a
Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Thomas Zarembski at 4201 6th Street.
Close Hearing for Rental License Revocation of 981 43 ~ Avenue
The Council closed the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocaaon or Suspension of the Rental License held by
Mohammed Khan Regarding Rental Property at 981 43 ~ Avenue in that the Property is in Compliance with the
Housing Maintenance Code.
Close Hearing for Rental License Revocation of 1236-1238 Circle Terrace
The Council closed the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License hem by
GeraM Janson Regarding Rental Property at 1236-1238 Circle Terrace in that the Property is in Compliance with
the Housing Maintenance Code.
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Approve License Applications
The Council approved the items as listed on the business license agenda for June 12, 2000.
Payment of Bills
The Council approved payment of the bills as listed out of proper funds.
The following two items were removed from consent for additional discussion/consideration:
Approve Policy for Neighborhood Event Wagon
Discussion was held regarding the size and public use of the Neighborhood Event Wagon for various events. The
wagon was obtained through VFFF donations. Motion by Councilmember W'yckoff, seconded by Councilmember
Szurek to approve the Application and Reservation Procedure that will provide guidelines for use of the
Neighborhood Event Wagon. Motion passed unanimously.
tipprove City Manager Performance Review & A4justment
Councilmember Wyckoff stated she wanted to strike the words "and succeeding years "pom item 3 below, as she
believed the deferred compensation amount was to be decided upon yearly as an incentive for the City Manager.
$8,000 is the maximum allowed by law for deferred compensation at this time. After further discussion, motion was
made by Councilmember Szurek, seconded by Councilmember Jolly, and passed unanimously to authorize pay
adjustments retroactive to January 1, 2000 as follows:
1) 3.5 percent cost of living adjustment
2) 2 percent step increase on the adjusted salary
3) To provide annual deferred compensation of up to $8,000 for year 2000 and succeeding
years.
PROCLAMATIONS. PRESENTATIONS. RECOGNITIONS ~VD GUESTS
A. Proclamations - None
Presentations
Mayor Peterson read comments from the nominators of Vi Tabb. He then presented the
Humanitarian of the Year award to Vi Tabb. Vi provided some entertaining comments to the Council
and audience.
Introduction of New Employees
Chief Johnson introduced Gregory Sinn, our newest Police Officer. He was officially sworn in, and
welcomed by the Mayor.
Recognition
Contributions received for the June 24. 2000 Fireworks Display
The Mayor indicated that the following organizations/people donated money for the fireworks: Kordiak
Company, Crest View Lutheran Home, FFW Post #230, Northeast Bank, Columbia Heights Athletic
Boosters, First Community Credit Union, Tri-City American Legion, and Harold Hoium.
Motion by Councilmember Jolly, seconded by Councilmember Szurek, to accept the donations received for
the June 24, 2000fireworks display. Moaon passed unanimously.
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Appointment to the Planning and Zonin~ Commission
Motion by Councilmember Hunter, seconded by Councilmember Szure& to appoint Tammera Ericson to a
four year term, ending April 1, 2004, on the Planning and Zoning Commission, filling the current vacancy.
Motion passed unanimously. Ms. Ericson provided some background information on her education and work
experience. Ms. Ericson is a seven year resident of the city.
GueSts
State Representative Satveer Chaudhary provided the Council and citizens a summary legislative update.
Items highlighted were: budget surplus, school cuts, prescription drug coverage, bonding bill, Patients Bill
of Rights, levy limits, and an attempt to get the Heights Theater on the Historical Register. Representative
Chaudhary has taken an active role in the prescription drug coverage issue, and will continue to work on
that important issue.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Rental Housing Revocation for 4022 Madison Street
Assistant Fire Chief, Dana Alexon, reported to the Council that the property at 4022 Madison Street was now
in compliance. Motion by Councilmember Wyckoff, seconded by Councilmember Hunter, and passed
unanimously to close the public hearing.
B,
Rental Housing Revocation for 3843 Hayes Street
Assistant Fire Chief, Dana Alexon, stated that this public hearing is a continuation from April 10~h.
stated that the violations have still not been corrected.
He
Motion by Councilmember Hunter, seconded by Councilmember Szurek, and passed unanimously to close
the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Hunter, seconded by Councilmember Wyckoff, and passed unanimously to waive
the reading of Resolution No. 2000-36, there being ample copies available to the public.
Motion by Councilmember Hunter, seconded by Councilmember Szurek, and passed unanimously to adopt
Resolution No. 2000-36, Resolution of the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights Approving
Revocation Pursuant to Ordinance Code Section 5A.408(1) of the Rental License held by Sally Anderson,
regarding property at 3843 Hayes Street.
RESOLUTION 2000-36
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS APPROVING
REVOCATION PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE CODE SECTION 5A.408(1) OF THAT CERTAIN
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSE HELD B Y SAIL Y ANDERSON (HEREINAFTER "LICENSE
HOLDER'9
WHEREAS, LICENSE HOLDER IS THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3843 HAYES STREET, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA, AND
WHEREAS, PURSUANT TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CODE SECTION 5.104(1)(A), WRITTEN NOTICE
SETTING FORTH THE CAUSES AND REASONS FOR THE PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION CONTAINED
HEREIN WAS GIVEN TO THE LICENSE HOLDER ON MARCH 30, 2000, OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE
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HELD ON APRIL 1 O, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGOING, AND ALL ORDINANCES AND
REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAKES THE FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on October29, 1999, Matt FieM and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights,
noted seven violations. Compliance orders listing the violations were mailed by regular mail to the owner of the
property at the address listed on the Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on December 22, 1999, Matt Field and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights,
noted that six violations still remained uncorrected. Compliance orders listing the violations were mailed by
regular mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the Rental Housing License Application.
3. That on February 11, 2000, Matt Field and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights,
noted that six violations remained uncorrected. Compliance orders listing the violations were mailed by regular
mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the Rental Housing License Application.
4. That on March 30, 2000, Matt Field and John Larkin, inspectors for the City of Columbia
Heights, noted that six violations remained uncorrected. Compliance orders listing the violations were mailed
by certified mail to the owner of the property at the address listed on the Rental Housing License Application.
5. That on April 10, 2000, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights did open a Public Hearing
relating to the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental Housing License hem by Sally Anderson for 3843 Hayes
Street NE. Action on this matter was tabled by the City Council for a period of sixty (60) days.
6. That on June 9, 2000, Dana Alexon, Housing Enforcement Officer and Steve Kolosky and Dan 0 'Brien,
inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights, noted that six violations remained uncorrected.
7. That based upon said records of the Enforcement Officer, the following conditions and
violations of the City's Housing Maintenance Code were found to exist, to-wit:
A. FAILURE TO CORRECT VIOLATION OF THE HOUSING MAINTENANCE CODE
B. FAILURE TO SUBMIT REINSPECTION FEES OF $200.00
8. That all parties, including the License Holder and any occupants or tenants, have been given the
appropriate notice of this hearing according to the provisions of the City Code Section 5A.306(1) and
5A.303(1)(d).
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the building located at 3843 Hayes SWeet is in violation of the provisions of the Columbia Heights
City Code as set forth in the Compliance Order attached hereto;
2. That all relevant parties and parties in interest have been duly served notice of this hearing, and any
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other hearings relevant to the revocation or suspension of the license held by License Holder.
3. That all applicable rights and periods of appeal as relating to the license holder, owner, occupant, or
tenant, as the case may be, have expired, or such rights have been exercised and completed.
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by license number
F3 738 is hereby revoked/suspended (cross out one);
2. The City will post for the purpose of preventing occupancy a copy of this order on the buildings covered
by the license held by License Holder;
3. AH tenants shall remove themselves from the premises within 60 days from the first day of posting of this
Order revoking the license as hem by License Holder.
PASSED THIS 19th DAY OF JUNE, 2000.
Motion by: Hunter
Second by: Szurek
Roll Call: All Ayes
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
ATTEST:
Carole J. Blowers, Secretary Pro Tem
Gary L. Peterson, Mayor
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
Other Ordinances and Resolutions
Item 7A.1, Emergency Ordinance 1415, extending the date of the moratorium on the change in use of
property within the business zoning district in the City of Columbia Heights was discussed at length at
this time.
Ken Anderson, Community Development Director, reviewed the history of the moratorium. On February
14, 2000, the Council adopted a resolution imposing a 120 day moratorium on the change in use of
property within business commercial zoning districts. The moratorium is scheduled to expire June 13,
2000. Mr. Anderson is asking the council to extend the moratorium to July 1, 2000.
The reason for the extension is to allow more time to submit the Comprehensive Plan to the
Metropolitan Council for their formal review and approval. One element of the Comprehensive Plan that
deals with a surface water management plan needs modification. This issue will be discussed at the Six
Cities Watershed meeting on June 15, 2000. Comments have already been received from the Rice Creek
Watershed District that need to be incorporated as well.
Lee Stauch, 1155 Khyber Lane, felt that more public input on the Comprehensive Plan is needed. Mr.
Stauch was reminded that a Public Hearing was held by the Planning and Zoning Commission on May
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9'h. Mr. Stauch stated he felt that the Focus Newspaper is not reporting enough local news. He was also
advised that copies of the proposed plan at this time are available at the Library and the Community
Development Department.
After considerable discussion of the extension and possible other dates to extend the moratorium to, a
motion was made by Councilmember Hunter, seconded by Councilmember Szurek, to waive the reading
of Ordinance No. 1415 (using the extension date of July 10, 2000), there being ample copies available to
the public. Motion passed unanimously.
Motion by Councilmember Hunter, seconded by Councilmember Szurek, to adopt Ordinance No. 1415
(using the extension date of July 1 O, 2000), being an Ordinance of the Columbia Heights City Council
imposing an extension to July 10, 2000, of the moratorium on the change in use of property within the
business districts in the City of Columbia Heights. Motion passed unanimously.
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE 1415
BEING AN ORDINANCE OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL IMPOSING AN
EXTENSION TO JULY 10, 2000 OF THE MORATORIUM ON THE CHANGE IN USE OF PROPERTY
WITHIN THE BUSINESS DISTRICTS IN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
The City of Columbia Heights does Ordain:
Section 1:
WHEREAS, on August 12, 1974, the City of Columbia Heights adopted Ordinance 818 which is an
ordinance relating to and establishing a zoning plan and revised zoning map for the City of Columbia Heights; and,
WHEREAS, Ordinance 818 and subsequent amendments is officially known as the Columbia Heights Zoning
Code; and,
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Zoning Code divides the City into four residential districts, four business
districts, and two industrial districts; and,
WHEREAS, the four business districts are further classified in the Columbia Heights Zoning Code as the
LB Limited Business District, the CBD Central Business District, the RB Retail Business District, and the GB
General Business District; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council determines it is necessary to complete the Comprehensive Plan update before
permitting a change in use of any property located in the business districts within the City; and,
WHEREAS, for the purpose of this Ordinance 1415, change in use shah be interpreted to mean any occupant
change from the time of adoption of this Ordinance which includes, but is not limited to, activities such as a change
in tenant, redevelopment of property, or new development.
Section 2:
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED THAT in an effort to protect the health, safety, and welfare of
the public the Columbia Heights City Council hereby imposes an extension to July 10, 2000 of the moratorium on
the change in use of property within the business districts in the City of Columbia Heights, with said moratorium
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commencing and effective the date of adoption of this Ordinance.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED THAT activities affected by this moratorium include anything in the
business districts requiring action by the Planning and Zoning Commission, building permits for work involving
structural changes, and change in tenant or owner-occupant of a property. This does not include building permits
for maintenance issues such as rooJ~ and/or siding. Also, formal applications submitted for Planning and Zoning
Commission action prior to the date of adoption of this Ordinance will not be impacted by the moratorium.
Section 3:
This Ordinance shah be in full force and effect from and after June 13, 2000 and extending to July 10, 2000.
Offered by: Hunter
Seconded by: Szurek
Roll Call: AH Ayes
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
Carole J. Blowers, Secretary Pro Tem
B. Bid Considerations - None
C.
Other Business
1. Conditional Use Permit Case #2000-0612. 4923 Central Avenue- Cairo Grill
This item was reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission and passed on to the Council for
their approval with the following conditions:
a. AH required state and local codes, permits, and inspections including, but not limited to
building permits, fire code, and health department regulations will be met and in full
compliance;
b. The screening requirements of the Zoning Ordinance for fencing and dumpster enclosure
shah be in compliance;
c. AH proposed signage must be submitted on the City prescribed application form and must
fully comply with the Zoning Ordinance;
d. A revised floor plan of the building showing tenant spaces by size and uses shah be provided
to calculate parking requirements prior to the City Council meeting of June 12, 2000; and
e. Hours of operation shah be confined to theperiod from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Ken Anderson, Community Development Director, reported to the Council that Item "d" has not been
completed and provided to staff by today's date. This information is crucial to determine parking
spaces required, as the restaurant plans to have seating for 36.
The loud noise levels of the roo~op unit at the Jerusalem Market entered into the discussion at this
time. The Mayor and other councilmembers have been at this site to review this problem, and feel
the noise levels of the roo~op unit are unacceptable. The Mayor suggested that the unit be turned
so the noise would face Central Avenue instead of the residential area. Ken Anderson stated that the
noise levels of the unit were tested, and they were high. Options to take care of this problem were
discussed with the City Attorney; i.e., citing the owner/tenant of the building; trying to work with the
owner/tenant to repair or replace the unit. Mr. Anderson stated that he and the Building Official
couM visit with the owner/tenant of the Jerusalem Market regarding the roofiop unit and give him
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a reasonable amount of time to correct theproblem or cite them. It should be noted that Cairo Grill
and Jerusalem Market are owned by the same person.
Tod Hanson .fi'om 4918 Tyler spoke regarding the referenced roofiop unit. Mr. Hanson lives in the
area of the loud roo~op unit. He reiterated that the history of one jointly-owned business usually
carries over to the otherjointly-owned business.
After considerable discussion, a motion was made by Councilmember Hunter, seconded by
Councilmember Jolly, to table the Conditional Use Permit to allow the operation of the Cairo Grill
in the Retail Business Zoning District at 4923 Central Avenue NE, based upon the fact that city staff
has not received a revised floor plan of the building showing tenant spaces by size and uses needed
to calculate parking requirements prior to the issuance of a building permit. Motion passed
unanimously.
The issue of the noisy roofiop unit at the Jerusalem Market was again discussed. The Mayor directed
staff(Ken Anderson, Mel Collova) to visit the owner/tenant of the Jerusalem Market to see if they can
work this problem out. Councilmember Hunter stated he would like to go along on this visit with Mr.
Anderson and Mr. Coilova.
,
The League of Minnesota Cities Annual Conference is June 13-16 in St. Cloud. Councilmembers
Jolly and Szurek and Mayor Peterson will be attending.
Councilmember Hunter stated the Jamboree Parade is June 23'4, and will be bigger and better at 148
units. He also stated that the Library needs more little red wagons to be in the parade.
Councilmember Wyckoff stated she had received some complaints about lack of trimming in the city
parks. Since then, more seasonal help has been hired, and the problem appears to have been taken
care of. She also stated that the weed control used by the city does not contain insecticides.
Councilmember Wyckoff also reminded citizens that the city now has their web site up, and that
citizens can communicate to the council via e-mail.
Councilmember Jolly inquired if there was a construction schedule available for the present street
construction in the NtV quadrant of the city.
The Mayor recognized the Special Projects Coordinator, Jean Kuehn, and the following volunteers
for the beautification efforts throughout the city parks, the gateway area, and around City Hall:
Linda Anderson, Laurel Bauer, Tony and Doris Belinski, Helga Bode-Johnson, Shari and Sharon
Briley, Kate Collopy, Alma Field, Cindy Golan and the Scouts, Joe Goodman, Karen Gutkaes and
Lauren, Leona Haman, Elsie Ingemansen, Otto Kelm, Jeanette Lien, Linda Linder, Linda Lydahl-Hill
and Girl Scouts, Jean and Jim Magnuson and Lutheran Brotherhood, Jan Meyer, Michelle Murzyn,
Susan Murzyn, Linda Olson, Pat Sowoda, Kaye SticMer, Chester Szafiarski, Bernie Szymczyk, Patty
Warner, Lotus Hubbard, and Sylvia Okerstrom.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A. Report of the City Manager -
1) Ostrander Park Picnic is on June 14th
2) Letters have been sent to affected persons regarding the 53~ and 7th Street cul-de-sac plans. To date,
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no responses have been received.
B. Report of the City Attorney - Nothing.
GENERAL COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
The minutes from the following Boards/Commissions minutes were acknowledged: 1) Meeting of the May 18, 2000 Charter Commission
2) Meeting of the May 10, 2000 Human Services Commission
3) Meeting of the May 18, 2000 Telecommunications Commission
CITIZENS FOR UM
(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.)
Harold Hoium referenced two letters he recently received from the city-one regarding mowing of his grass,
and the other regarding water meter installation/materials used in our city water.
The resident from 1500 39th Avenue stated she has had her automatic RadioRead meter installed.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Councilmember Wyckoff, seconded by Councilmember Hunter, to adjourn the meeting at 9:28p. m.
Motion passed unanimously.
RespecOcully submitted,
Secretary Pro Tem