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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 6, 2006
7:00 P.M.
CONFERENCE ROOM 1
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
1. Feasibility Report for Prestemon Athletic Field lighting
2. City wading pools discussion
3. Discuss rental property inspection process
4. Single sort recycling pilot program
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 21fD;o6
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT AGENDA
NO:
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT:
PUBLIC WORKS
BY: K. Hansen ~
DATE: 1/13/0~
CITY MANAGER
ITEM: ACCEPT THE FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR THE
ADDITION OF ATHLETIC FIELD LIGHTING AT
PRESTEMON PARK
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Background:
Staff has discussed the seasonal usage of athletic fields with the Park and Recreation Commission over the last couple of years.
Currently, only two fields in the entire city have sufficient lighting that allows play at and following sunset. This limits
programming for youth softball, adult softball and youth baseball. At the November 28th, 2005 regular meeting the City Council
authorized the preparation of a feasibility report for athletic field lighting at Prestemon Park.
Analysis/C 0 nel usio ns:
With advent of redevelopment of the City's Industrial Area into residential, additional demand will be placed on the City park
systems. The redevelopment of Huset Park has also been proposed with a master plan presented (but not adopted) to the City
Council. In the event Huset Park is redeveloped, it would take out the City's only two lighted athletic fields for at least a year
during reconstruction. Staff has evaluated other city ball fields and recommends that Prestemon Park be evaluated as a candidate
for lighting due to its current size, newer backstop and player's benches and good overall field condition. It is currently used for
adult softball, youth softball and youth baseball, but use is limited to daylight hour which further restricts play in the spring and fall.
Based upon this, the Park and Recreation Commission made a unanimous motion to recommend to the City Council the addition of
athletic lighting at Prestemon Park at their September 2005 regular meeting.
Attached is a feasibility report that evaluates the viability, impacts, schedule and funding sources to install athletic field lighting at
Prestemon Park. The total cost estimate is $85,000 with $72,000 estimated for the lighting system and $13,000 to bring required
power to the site and electrical undergrounding. The design will consist of six (6) 60-foot monopoles with a total of22 1,500-watt
luminaires (see attached Light Structure Green system sheet). An illumination summary is attached to the feasibility report that
shows the design intensity on the athletic field and 100 feet from the monopoles. The luminaire design reduces light spillage by
over 95% - which provides an intensity average of 0.126 foot-candles near adjacent property lines (equivalent to a full moon on a
clear night in the City). Field lighting provides an average of35.5 and 22.6 foot-candles at the infield and outfield, respectively.
This is consistent with industry recommendations for softball use.
Impacts of adding athletic field lighting to an existing field are identified as follows:
Parking: Off-street is available at a parking lot at the SE corner of the park; with a paved walking trail connection to the field. Past
programming has indicated that players and observers also utilize on-street parking.
Hours of Use: The existing time of use of the field are limited to daylight hours to dusk (varies). Field lighting would extend the
COUNCIL ACTION:
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 2/7/06
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
NO: PUBLIC WORKS
ITEM: ACCEPT THE FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR THE BY: K. Hansen BY:
ADDITION OF ATHLETIC FIELD LIGHTING AT DATE: 1/13/06 DATE:
PRESTEMON PARK
ATHLETIC FIELD LIGHTING AT PRESTEMON PARK
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hours of use into the evening, with ending times typicaIly at 9:00 or 10:00 pm, and could be controIled through recreation
programming.
Programming and Noise Impacts: The field is currently used for girl's softbaIl, youth basebaIl and adult softball. The impacts to
the neighborhood would be attributable to the extended hours and resulting athletic programming would have in terms of parking
and noise resulting from play.
Project funding would be provided through the 100% Contributed Projects - Recreation Fund 881. Adequate funds for the
estimated costs are available.
Recommended Motion: Move to accept the Feasibility Report for the addition of athletic field lighting at Prestemon Park and
establish a Public Hearing for March nod at the regular Park & Recreation Commission meeting.
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City of Columbia Heights
FEASIBILITY REPORT
FOR
2006 IMPROVEMENTS:
PRESTEMON PARK
Athletic Field Lighting
CITY PROJECT 0607
February, 2006
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
637 38th Avenue NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
763-706-3700 ., 763-706-3701 (Fax)
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
PRESTEMON PARK
Athletic Field Lighting
PROJECT NUMBER 0607
LOCATION:
PRESTEMON PARK.
IMPROVEMENTS: Athletic Field Lighting -
Extend electric service and Installation of overhead lighting for the
softball field at Prestemon Park.
INITIATION: City.
OWNERS
ABUTTING:
39 - Y:z Avenue (McKinley to Cleveland Streets):
McKinley Street (39th to 40th Avenues):
Cleveland Street (39th to 40th Avenues):
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(4)
(13)
ISSUES:
The following is a study of the key project issues.
Athletic Field Lighting:
Prestemon Park exists as a neighborhood park and is bounded by Cleveland Street
on the west, McKinley Street on the east, 39th Avenue on the south and 39-112
Avenue on the north. The park was reconstructed in 1999 and 2000 under a flood
mitigation project to alleviate localized flooding. The project introduced a small
pond in the center of the park, re-graded portions of the park and replaced the
existing playground equipment. Significant hydric and upland plantings were also
added in the park setting. An elevated, paved pedestrian trail was also added in
2001 along 39-1/2 Avenue and along McKinley Street, adjacent to the ballfield to
further aid in short term surface water retention. Subsequent to that work, the
backstop and players bench area of the single softball athletic field was replaced.
The overall condition of the athletic field is rated as very good to excellent and
much of the park features have been replaced or reconstructed since 2000.
Currently, only two athletic fields in the entire city have lighting that allows play
at and following sunset. This limits programming for youth softball, youth
baseball and adult softball. Other city athletic fields have been evaluated and this
report examines the viability of Prestemon Park as a good candidate for lighting
due to:
· Current size of 290 feet from home to the outfield fence
. New backstop fencing and player's benches and fencing
. Very good overall field condition.
It is currently used for youth softball, youth baseball and adult softball. The field
is not currently lighted limiting use to daylight and further restricting it in the
FEASIBILITY:
SCHEDULE:
FINANCING:
spring and fall.
Lighting type and design
The design will consist of six (6) 60- foot monopoles with a total of 22 luminaires
rated at 1500 watts each. The galvanized steel monopoles are set on a concrete
base and would have 2, 4 or 5 luminaires on each pole. The design location of
each luminaire is shown on the attached diagram, providing adequate lighting for
its programmed use. The luminaire type is highly energy efficient and reduces
'spill light' by over 95%, making this type of lighting environmentally friendly
for residential areas. A design summary is attached which shows the light spill
luminosity at 100 feet away, measured in foot candles at a vertical height of 3
feet. The controls for the lighting are both controlled at the sight and remotely, via
computer access or telephone.
Other Issues
Parking: Off-street is available at a parking lot at the SE comer of the park; with a
paved walking trail connection to the field. Past programming has indicated that
on-street parking is also utilized.
Hours of Use: The existing time of use of the field is limited to daylight hours to
dusk (varies). Field lighting would extend the hours of use into the evening, with
ending times typically at 9:00 or 10:00 pm, and could be controlled through
recreation programming.
Programming and Noise Impacts: The field is currently used for girl's softball,
youth baseball and adult softball. The impacts to the neighborhood would reslilt
from the extended hours that athletic programming would have in terms of
parking and noise resulting from play.
The proposed improvement project is necessary to provide athletic field lighting
while minimizing environmental effects of light spill. It is cost-effective, and
technically feasible as prescribed in the construction recommendations found
elsewhere in this report. The project and project elements should be implemented
as proposed in this study. The improvements, once completed, will provide a
benefit to the athletic field and city programs served.
The athletic field lighting would be constructed in the 2006 program year. Project
construction is scheduled to begin in late spring of 2006, with substantial
completion occurring in the early summer of 2006.
Council receives draft Feasibility Report and discusses issues
Public Hearing to hear comments/input
Council orders Public Improvement Project
Bid Opening
Begin Construction
Construction Completed
February 13
March 22
April 10
April 24
May 15
June 30
Financing would be provided by the 100% Contributed Proj ects - Recreation
Fund 881.
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ASSESSMENT:
2006 Athletic Field Lij;!htinj;!
The estimated construction costs for the Prestemon Park Athletic Field Lighting
project are as follows:
Field Lighting including concrete footing, poles, luminaires, controls and
installation:
Electrical Service and underground wiring:
$72,000.
$13.000.
Estimated Project Total:
$85,000
There are no assessments proposed with the project.
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. Values given at 3.0' above grade
. luminaire Type: Green Generation
. Rated lamp Life: 5000 hours
. Avg lumens/lamp: 134,000
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Number of luminaires: 22
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 2/W06
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AGENDA SECTION: WORKSESSION ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANf1GER~"J
NO: PUBLIC WORKS gilt
ITEM: CITY WADING POOLS - UPDATE AND BY: K.HanSe~
DIRECTION DATE: 1/13/0 ~~/
Background:
The City owns and operates three wading pools located at Huset, McKenna and Ramsdell Parks. The pools were originally
constructed in 1963, 1964, and 1965 (respectively) with only minor modifications made through the years, they stand as originally
constructed. Each pool is similar in size (30' x 50') and operation with a permanent pool depth of9-12 inches. The Minnesota
Department of Health has been responsible for annual inspections, until 2005 when Anoka County Environmental Services took
over the State inspection responsibility.
Analysis/Co nel usio ns:
In 1996, the State inspection found several deficiencies with each of the pools, the original letter dated May 21 S\ 1996 is attached.
The City of Columbia Heights prepared a response plan that detailed actions to open the pools in 1996 and a renovation plan to
bring the pools into compliance. The renovation plan was budgeted in the Parks Capital Improvements plan but cut in the budget
process and never acted on.
In 2005, Anoka County provided inspection services and found the pools to not meet State Health Codes for many of the same
issues found in the 1996 State inspection. A copy of their letter is attached. City Staff corrected some of the minor issues and
Anoka County allowed the pools to open for 2005. Anoka County has indicated that the City would not be able to open the pools in
subsequent years without the complete corrections being made.
The City of Minneapolis owns and operates similar wading pools and has been making corrections similar to the items identified
for compliance in Columbia Heights. Staff contacted their contractor and obtained a cursory estimate based upon the Anoka County
letter. The estimated cost for repairs is $60,000 per pool, and does not include fencing, painting or electrical work. Based upon this,
staff is seeking direction with the following possible options:
1. Do Nothing: The wading pools would likely be shut down by the County Environmental Services Department.
2. Provide Necessary Corrective Work: The estimate received is a ballpark figure and would have to be public bid. Specs
would also have to be prepared to obtain bids. Work could be spread over 3 years correcting one pool a year, or all three
in one year, subject to approval by Anoka County.
3. Evaluate the need and use of New Water Features: Other water features, such as splash pads, zero entry pools, or none at
all could be evaluated. This could compromise existing use for 1 or 2 years until a cost/benefit analysis is completed and
implementation plan provided.
Recommended Motion: Staff is requesting Council direction on Wading Pool remedial action and/or planning.
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COUNCIL ACTION:
Minnesota Department of Health
121 East Seventh Place
P.O. Box 64975
St. Paul, MN 55164-0975
May 21, 1996
Municipal Service Center
c/o Mr. Vern Rozmark
637 - 38th Avenue
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Gentlemen/Ladies:
Subject: Wading Pools for City of Columbia Heights, Columbia Heights,
Anoka County, Minnesota.
In accordance with the request of Mr. Vern Rozmark from th~city of Columbia
Heights, the cities three wading pools were reviewed for compliance with the
Minnesota Rules. The facilities were inspected by the writer on May 20, 1996.
The following items were noted pertaining to the department's requirements for
public wading pools:
1. Skimmers may not be covered. To operate properly, a skimmer must have a
weir in place which can float with the water level, using the surface
tension of the water to remove debris from the pool surface.
2. All pools must have an outlet at the deepest point of the pool which is
connected to the recirculation system and permits the pool to be
completely emptied.
a. Outlet openings or the grating on the floor of the pool must be at
least four times the area of discharge pipe and provide enough area
so the velocity of water passing the grate does not exceed 1% feet
per second.
b. Grate openings must be no more than 1/2 inch wide.
c. When a single outlet is used, it must be at least 100 square inches
in size, or have an anti vortex coVer.
3. Access to a public pool must be controlled to effectively prevent the
entrance of children. Fencing for a wadi,ng pool enclosure must be at
least 42 inches high for existing installations, and 48 inches high for
new installations. The fence must:
Be equipped with self-closing, self-latching
locked.
b. Not have
Not have
Not have
a.
gates capable of being
any opening greater than 4 inches.
any opening greater than 2 inches below the fence.
latches less than 4 feet above the ground.
c.
d.
4. The maximum spacing of inlets must be,20 feet based on the pool
perimeter.
TDD: (612) 623-5522 (Twin Cities) 1-800-627-3529 (Greater Minnesota)
Municipal Service Center
Wading Pools
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May 21, 1996
5. The water recirculation system of a wading pool must recirculate a water
volume equal to the pool volume in 2 hours or less. The flow rate
required may be dictated by the number of skimmers on the wading pool
rather than the 2 hour requirement. The skimmer flow through rate must
be no less than 30 gallons per minute. Skimmer piping and other
components must be designed for a total capacity of at least 80 percent
of the required filter flow of the recirculation system.
6. Valves must be provided on the main drain and skimmer lines to permit
balancing the recirculation flow.
7. An automatic disinfectant feeder is required on the pool recirculation
system. Disinfectant feeders must comply with NSF International,
Standard 50, and be able to supply at least the equivalent of 1 pound of
chlorine in 8 hours for each 10,000 gallons of pool capacity.
8. A rate-of-flow indicator, reading in gallons per minute, must be
installed and located, preferably on the pool return line, so the rate of
recirculation and backwash rate are indicated. The indicator must be
capable of reading flows measuring at least 1% times the design flow
rate, be accurate within .10 percent of the true flow, and be easy to
read.
9. Pool decks must be installed at the pool level. Curbs or other
structures which present an obstacle or are considered climbable are not
permitted;
10. SIGNS REQUIRED FOR ALL POOLS:
a. When a lifeguard is not on duty at a public pool open for use, a
warning sign must be placed in plain view. The sign must state in
clear, legible letters, at least 4 inches high: "Warning - No
lifeguard on duty." The sign must alio state in clear, legible
letters, at least I-inch high: "Children must not use the pool
without an adult in attendance."
b. The capacity of the pool must be posted in the pool enclosure area.
c. Instructions regarding emergency calls must be prominently posted.
d. Lifesav.ing equipment must be mounted in a conspicuous location and be
plainly marked "For emergency use only."
e. Placards and pictorial representations, where appropriate, embodying
the requirements in this part must be posted in plain view in the
pool room or enclosure and in the dressing rooms of all public pools.
Lettering must be clear, legible, and at least Ij4-inch high.
(1) No person with or suspected of having a communicable disease
which could be transmitted through use of the pool shall work at
or use any public pool.
Municipal Service Center
Wading Pools
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May 21, 1996
(2)
A person with any considerable area of exposed subepidermal
tissue, open blisters, or cuts "must be warned that these may
become infected and should be advised not to use the public
pool.
Any person using a public pool must take a cleansing shower
using warm water and soap, and thoroughly rinse off all soap
before entering the pool enclosure. A user leaving the pool to
use the toilet must take a second cleansing shower before
returning to the pool enclosure. A person who exercises,
applies lotion, or uses a sauna or steam room must shower before
using the pool.
Spitting, spouting water from the mouth, and blowing the nose in
the pool is prohibited.
No running, or boisterous or rough play, except supervised water
sports, is permitt~d in the pool, in dressing rooms or shower
rooms, on runways, on the diving board, or platforms.
Glassware and similar material with a tendency to shatter on
impact is not allowed in the pool enclosure area. "
Diving is not permitted except in areas that comply with
Minnesota Rules, part 4717.3750.
Domestic animals are not permitted in the pool enclosure,
showers, or dressing rooms.
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(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
If you have any questions, please contact me at 612/215-0840.
WGD:mak
Sincerely,
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Will i am G. Deneen, P. E.
Public Health Engineer
Sect i on of Dri nki ng Water Pr"otecti on
u~
Mayor
Joseph Sturdevant
Councilme:mhers
Donald G. Jolly
}Jeg Jones
Gary 1. Peterson
Robert W. Ruetlimann
Acting City Manager
iv!ark A. Winson
City of
Co{umGia He. fits
PUBLIC WORKS
June 4, 1996
Mr. William Deneen, P.E.
Public Health Engineer
Section of Drinking Water Protection
lvlinnesota Department of Health
121 East Seventh Place, Suite 220
St. Paul, Minnesota 55164-0975
Subject: Wading Pools - Columbia Heights, Minnesota
Dear Mr. Deneen:
The City of Columbia Heights operates three wading pools. They are located in Huset Park,
McKenna Park and Mathaire Park. Each of the pools was constructed approximately 20 years
ago and have over the years been repaired or upgraded as needed.
The City's Park Department has always operated the pools in a safe manner. Water clarity and
chlorine levels are checked on a regular basis each day. The filters are back washed twice daily
and the pools are vacuumed on an as-needed basis.
Based on our review of Chapter 4717 and your review of compliance completed on lvIay 20,
1996, we agree that our pools are deficient in a number of areas. We wish to open the three
wading pools this season as they are an important part of the recreational facilities we provide
to our residents. In order to come into compliance, we propose the following-work plan.
Before opening for the 1996 season, the following will be completed:
1. Each pool will be sandblasted and painted.
2. Existing gates will be retrofitted or replaced with sel:fclosing, sel:flatching gates.
3. The existing covers' over the skimmers will be removed and the weirs replaced as
necessary.
4. Sign age as required in 4717 will be installed.
5. A log will be kept as required by 4717.
637 38TH AVENUE N.E., COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MN 55421 PHONE (612) 782-2880
FA,"{ (612) 782-2875 TDD (612) 782-2806
'Ifie City of COrl/moia Jfeights aoes not aiscriminate on. the oasis
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June 4, J 996
Page 2
6. We will continue to back flush the filters at least twice daily and vacuum at least once a
day. These procedures will be modified as necessary to maintain required clarity.
Disinfectant and pH monitoring and adjustment will be done as necessary to maintain
levels as required by 47 J 7.
It is recognized that with the existing filtration system that the required recirculation time of two
hours cannot be met at this time. We feel that our operation and maintenance procedures will
allow us to meet the water quality parameters stipulated
In order to come into fit/I compliance with Chapter 47 J 7, the City will enlist the services of a
pool systems consultant to evaluate the existing pools and the specific physical operational
changes needed to meet the requirements. Based on this evaluation, the City will have plans and
specifications prepared for review by the Department of Health. It is the intent of the City to
renovate one pool a year due to the high capital cost involved Based on our discussions with
the Min71"eapoTzs ParJrJJoard, renovation costs for pools similar to ours will be in the range of
$40,000 to $80,000 each. The cost for a new pool exceeds $100,000.
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We recognize that at a minimum the following physical upgrades are necessary:
1. Connection Dfthe bDttom drain to the recirculatiDn system to provide prDper recirculation.
2. Revision Df the bottDm drain grate tD meet Chapter 4717.
3. Installation Df new pumps, filters, valves, chlorinators and flDw meters to meet the
maximum 2-hour recirculation time and allow balancing Df the recirculation flow.
4. Increase the number of skimmer units per pDol tD meet Chapter 47 J 7 and the maximum
recirculation time.
5. EliminatiDn of the existing curbs around the pODI edges.
I ask that YDU review this prDposed plan fDr the operatiDn and improvement Df the wading pools
in CDlumbia Heights and CDmment on it as appropriate. If you have questions, please feel free
tD contact me at 782-2880.
A. Winson, P.E.
ic Works DirectDr/City Engineer
MAW.jb
96-254
Minnesota Department of Health
121 East Seventh Place
P.O. Box 64975
S1. Paul, MN 55164-0975
RECEf\/ED
JUL 0 2 1996
PUBLIC WORKS
July 1, 1996
City of Columbia Heights
c/o Mr. Mark A. Winson, P.E
Public Works Director/City Engineer
637 38th Avenue N.E.
Columbia Heights, Minnesota 55421
Gentlement/Ladies:
Subject: Wadinq Pools, Columbia Heiqhts, Anoka County, Minnesota.
This letter is in response to your letter dated June 4, 1996. The alterations
to the existing wading pools are acceptable. The additional required
renovations may be completed as funding allows. The following items are noted
pertaining to the department's requirements for public pools:
1. The wading pools with working bottom drains must have grates complying
with Minnesota Rules.
a. Outlet openings of the grating on the floor of the pool must be at
least 4 times the area of discharge pipe and provide enough area so
the velocity of water passing the grate does not exceed 1% feet per
second.
b. Grate openings must be no more than 1/2-inch wide.
c. When a single outlet is used, it must be at least 100 square inches
in size, or have an antivortex cover.
2. The water clarity and chemical levels must be closely monitored. The
chlorine level shall be maintained between 0.5 and 5 parts per million,
the pH shall be maintained between 7.2 and 8.0, and the alkalinity shall
be at least 50 parts per million.
3. Future renovations must be submitted to this office for review and.
approval.
Please see enclosed handout for more information.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 612/215-0840.
WGD:mak
Enclosure
Si ncere 1 Y...J!ours,
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William Deneen, P.E.
Public Health Engineer
Section of Drinking Water Protection
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COUNTY
OF
ANOKA
COMMUNITY HEALTH &
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
(763) 422-7063
Anoka County Government Center
2100 3rd Ave. Room 360
Anoka, MN 55303-2264
Fax (763) 323-6150
July 22, 2005
City of Colmnbia Heights
Attn: Tim Lund
637-38th Ave.
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Re: City of Columbia Heights Wading Pools
Dear Mr. Lund,
. The purpose of this letter is to serve as a report ofthe inspection conducted on the Huset
Park, McKenna Park, and Ramsdell Park wading pools in Columbia Heights. The Anoka
County Community Health and Environmental Services Department perfonned these
inspections on June 14,2005.
Previously, on May 20, 1996, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) conducted an
inspection ofthese pools at the request of the City of Columbia Heights. It was recently
discovered that the City of Columbia Heights had not complied with all of the cOlTections
requested by the MDH, and that the MDH did not complete their follow-up beyond
correspondence. This letter also pertains to unresolved items from the Minnesota
Department of Health (MDH) inspection on May 21, 1996.
Both inspections were conducted to detennine compliance with the MDH Public
Swimming Pool Rules, Chapter 4717. Violations noted during the inspections along with
cOlTection orders are detailed in this letter. A copy of the letter from the MDH detailing
violations from the 1996 inspection is enclosed.
1) The main drains for the pools do not connect to the recirculation systems. COlmect
the main drains to the recirculation systems.
a) When a single outlet is used, it must be at least 100 square inches in
size, or have an antivortex cover.
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b) Valves must be provided on the main drain and skimmer lines. This is
so the recirculation flow can be balanced.
2) The walls of the pools are not flush with the pool decks. They fonn a curb
approximately 8 in. above the pool deck around the pools. Remove curb or install
a new pool deck at the pool level.
a) The inlets for the pools are not adjustable. Install directionally
adjustable inlets in the pools so there is complete, unifonn circulation
of incoming water throughout the pools.
b) The maximum spacing of inlets must be 20 ft. based on the pool
perimeter.
3) There was no lifesaving equipment provided for any of the pools. Provide proper
lifesaving equipment for each of the pools.
a) Provide a ling buoy attached to a 3/16 in. rope that is 1.5 times the pool
width but not over 60 ft.
b) Provide a shepherd's crook pole with blunted ends, and a minimum
fixed length of 12 ft.
c) Lifesaving equipment must be mounted in a conspicuous location and
must be designated by a sign to be "For Emergency Use Only".
4) There were no depth markings on the Huset Park wading pool. Place depth
markings on the edges of the deck next to the pool, on all sides, and no more than
25 ft. apart.
a) Numerals must be no less than four inches high, and of a color
contrasting with the background.
. Please complete corrections and submit documentation-describing actions taken in
response to items listed in this report by the 2006 opening inspection. If it appears that
you will be unable to comply with the above requirements, please contact tIns office as
soon as possible to discuss available options.
If you have additional questions regarding the inspection, please contact me at 763-422-
7071.
Sincerely,
&4cdui1- ucJmi(
Elizabeth A. Word
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inspection Report
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2100 Third Avenue, Room 36C
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CERTIFIED POOL OPERATOR:
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ITEMS MARKED AND ORDERS WRITTEN BELOW MUST BE COMPLIED WITH BY DATE INDICATED.
FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RES'UL T IN FURTHER ACTION BY THIS DEPARTMENT.
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PHONE:
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DEC;KS & WALf9NAYS: designed,
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City of Columbia Heights
Attn: Loren McClanahan
637- 3S!h Ave.
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LO!UmOla HelgAu.3,. .lv.u'f JJ"t J
Re: Wading Pools,
Scope of Work
Remove pool deck~ Bring in fill and replace 3300 square feet of deck.
Remove and replace skimmers with new equalizer Jines per state code.
Saw cut pool floor and install new main drains that are cOnnected to filter system.
New depth marking tile in deck and signage per state code~
New pool filter, pump and flow meter instaUed.
New pipe, fittings and valves from pool to fllter room
State approved plans for construction.
Estim~ed Cost of$60,OOO.00
Not included in estimate
Any :fence work.
Any panmng.
Any electrical work.
P.O. Box 21387 ~ Eagan, Minnesota 56121
office: (651) 406-8424 fiiil fax: (651) 406-8242
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Work session of February 6, 2006
Single sort recycling is an innovation in how recyclables are collected, sorted and handled by the
hauler. Some see it as easier for residents and it has usually increased volume of materials collected.
A pilot project is being proposed in an area of 250 homes in Columbia Heights. The area includes
homes with garages in the alley as well as those with garages that face the street. Recycling collections
will continue to be done from the curb.
The pilot project will be conducted beginning March 9, 2006
1. The recycling patterns will be observed for three (3) consecutive weeks- (March 9, March 16
and March 23) noting the number of households setting out recycling, the amount of materials
being recycled and any contamination will be noted.
2. On the last day of observation residents will be notified that the project will begin the next
week.
3. One 60-gallon container will be provided to each household in the pilot area. Carts have gray
lids to distinguish them from trash containers.
4. Instructions for using the single-sort recycling will be provided in the first letter, and again with
a flyer when the cart is delivered.
5. Allied/BFI will have a telephone "hotline", exclusive to Columbia Heights residents, to handle
any questions residents may have.
6. Recycling pickup will be every-other week in the pilot area on April 6, April 20 and May 4. A
calendar will be included when the cart is delivered.
7. Residents will be sent a survey with a pre-paid return, requesting their opinions regarding how
this system worked for them and their household.
If the pilot project is well-received by the residents, Allied/BFI would like to implement the program
city wide in Columbia Heights immediately following the pilot project. However, the investment in the
new carts may require an increase in the current recycling fee of $2.02/month.
Residents currently pay $1.73 per month with the city subsidizing the difference of $.29 per month.
SINGLE SORT RECYCLING
The single sort-recycling program using a 54-gallon cart is gaining acceptance and our
hauler; Allied/SFI is willing to do a pilot program to test the viability of such a program
here in Columbia Heights.
PROS
Frequency of Service:
All single sort systems currently in operation in the
metro area are collected every other week. Fewer
collections means fewer trucks less wear on streets
Costs:
In Columbia Heights the homeowners pay $1.73 for
weekly service.
Carts:
Standard 64-gallon carts are provided by the hauler,
assuming a 5-year contract is in place. There is no
direct charge to resident.
Cart Size:
The footprint of the 64-gallon container is not
significantly different from the 14-gallon recycling box
currently used. Residents could opt for 30 or 90
gallon container if that better suits their household.
Automated System
An advantage for the hauler is the automated
collection of these 64-gallon containers from the
curb. The driver does not usually leave the truck.
Contamination:
Residents would no longer need to separate
recyclable items. Machinery and trained workers
sort the material as needed to send to various
recycling end markets.
Limited Hauler Options:
Currently, the two largest haulers in this market are
using the single-sort system. They have their own
MRFs with large sort lines to accommodate this
program.
Recycling Tonnage
Current data has shown that recycling participation
increases; as does the amount recycle with the
single sort system
Materials collected
All items currently being collected would continue:
Newspapers, Magazines Glass bottles and jars
Plastic bottles and jars, Phone books, Magazines,
Box Board and Corrugated Cardboard.
CONS
Frequency of Service
Decreased collection frequency from every week to
every other week.
Costs:
The City currently pays $2.02 per month for once a
week recycling with the small bins; cost for single sort
may increase.
Carts:
With our current system, the hauler now provides one
recycling container per household to residents.
Recycling boxes cost $8, 64 gallon carts cost $80.
Cart Size:
The greater height of the container may be a difficult fit
for some households.
Wheeling a filled cart to the curb may be problematic.
Automated System
The mechanical arm-lifting device may be difficult to
use in some areas of Columbia Heights due to
overhead lines. Extra recycling would need to be hand
collected and tossed up into the truck.
Contamination:
No direct observation of contents of the containers.
Well-intentioned individuals put inappropriate items in
recycling. When everything in the container is taken,
the resident has no way of knowing the items were
inappropriate and will continue to put this material in
the recycling container
Limited Hauler Options:
If the city wanted to return to the two-sort system an
extensive re-education of the public would be
necessary. When future contracts are considered for
service, other haulers may be unable to compete.
Recycling Tonnage
Recycling goals are already being met and exceeded.
The increase tonnage does not reflect the increase in
contamination
Materials collected:
No new materials would be added at this time.