HomeMy WebLinkAboutMay 22, 2006 Regular
ADMINISTRA TION
Mavor
Gary L. Peterson
C oundlmembers
Robert A. Williams
Bruce Nawrocki
Tammera Ericson Diehm
Bruce KeI=enberg
Citv Manaller
'-Falter R. Fehst
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
590 40th Avenue N.E.. Columbia Heights. MN 55421-3878 (763) 706-3600 TOO (763) 706-3692
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The following is the agenda for the regular meeting ofthe City Council to be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday,
May 22, 2006 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 590 40th Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, MN.
The City of Columbia Heights does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or
employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with
disabilities to participate in all City of Columbia Heights' services, programs, and activities. Auxiliary aids for disabled persons are
available upon request when the request is made at least 96 hours in advance. Please call the Deputy City Clerk at 763-706-3611,
to make arrangements. (TDD/706-3692 for deaf or hearing impaired only)
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALLIINVOCA TION
Pastor Dan Thompson, Assembly of God Church, will give the invocation
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ADDITIONSIDELETIONS 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.)
4. PROCLAMATIONS. PRESENTATIONS. RECOGNITIONS AND GUESTS
A) Proclamations
1) Safe and Sober Campaign
B) Presentations
1) Gary Mayer -Park & Recreation Commission
C) Introduction of New Employees - none
D) Recognition
1) Values First Awards - Individual, Business, Organization
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5. 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 the next order of
business.)
A) MOTION: Move to approve the Consent Agenda items as follows:
1) Approve City Council Meeting Minutes for May 8. 2006 regular City Council meeting P7
MOTION: Move to approve the minutes ofthe May 8, 2006 regular City Council meeting as
presented.
2) Acce1Jt Boards and Commissions Meeting Minutes
a) MOTION: Accept the minutes of the January 24,2006 Housing and Redevelopment Authority P16
meeting.
b) MOTION: Accept the minutes of the May 2,2006 Library Board of Trustees P22
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3) Establish Work Session meeting date for Monday. June 5. 2006. beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers.
MOTION: Move to establish a Work Session meeting date for Monday, June 5, 2006 beginning at
7 :00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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Upcoming Work Session Items: Joint meeting ofCouncil/P&Z/Heritage Heights and Activity Center
Communication Plan
4) Establish a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 1509. an ordinance pertaining to Chapter 2. P25
"Form ofGovemment" Sections 6. 7. 8. and 9 of the City Charter. approximately 7 p.m. on Monday,
June 12. 2006. in the City Hall Council Chambers.
MOTION: Move to set a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 1509, an ordinance pertaining to
Chapter 2, "Form of Govemment" Sections 6, 7, 8, and 9 of the City Charter, at approximately 7
p.m. on Monday, June 12,2006, in the City Hall Council Chambers.
5) Adopt Resolution No. 2006-59. being a Resolution to re-establish the Public Improvement Hearing P26
for the zones 7B and lA Street rehabilitation beginning at 6:30 p.m. on June 5.2006.
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-59, there being ample copies
available to the public.
MOTION: Move to Adopt Resolution No. 2006-59, being a Resolution to re-establish the Public
Improvement Hearing for the zones 7B and 1 A Street rehabilitation beginning at 6:30 p.m. on June
5, 2006.
6) Approve permits for the 2006 Jamboree celebration P28
MOTION: Move to authorize staff to close Jefferson Street for the time period from Monday
afternoon, June 19, 2006 through Sunday, June 25,2006.
MOTION: Move to authorize the Police Department to issue a parade permit for the Jamboree
Parade to be held on Friday, June 23,2006 at 6:30 p.m. for the following streets: Central Avenue at
45th Avenue to 40th Avenue, west on 40th Avenue to 5th Street and 5th Street to Mill Street.
7) Authorization to enter into a contract with Welsh Companies. LLC to acquire property. P29
MOTION: Authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract with Welsh Companies,
LLC to acquire property.
8) Approve agreement with Consultant Bruce Miles for a Joint Goal Session with the School Board P33
MOTION: Motion: Move to approve the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with
Consultant Bruce Miles for the purpose of a joint goal session with School District #13 School
Board, with the fee of $2,690 shared jointly between both parties.
9) Approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for May 22. 2006 P P 3 7
MOTION: Move to approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for May 22,
2006.
10) Approve Business License Applications
MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business
as presented.
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11) Approve Payment of Bills
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MOTION: Move to approve payment of the bills out of the proper funds as listed in the attached
check register covering Check Number 117097 through 117296 in the amount of$931,306.39.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A) Open the Public Hearing to Adopt Resolution No. 2006-60, being a Resolution for Rental Housing P50
License Revocation at 3906 Van Buren Street NE.
MOTION: Move to close the Public Hearing and waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-60, there
being ample copies available to the public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-60, Resolution of the City Council ofthe City of
Columbia Heights approving revocation pursuant to City Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section
5AA08(A) of the rental license held by Bhawesh Prabhudial regarding rental property at 3906 Van
Buren Street NE.
B) Open the Public Hearing to Adopt Resolution No. 2006-61, being a Resolution for Rental Housing 68
License Revocation at 825 50~ A venue NE
MOTION: Move to close the Public Hearing and waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-62, there
being ample copies available to the public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-61, Resolution of the City Council ofthe City of
Columbia Heights approving revocation pursuant to City Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section
5AA08(A) of the rental license held by Federal National Mortgage Association regarding rental property
at 825 50-1 /2 Avenue NE.
C) Open the Public Hearing to i\.dopt Resolution No. 2006-62. being a Resolution approving abatement at P5G
4126 Madison Street NE
MOTION: Move to close the Public Hearing and waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-62, there
being ample copies available to the public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-62, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Columbia Heights declaring the property at 4126 Madison Street NE a nuisance and approving the
abatement of violations from the property pursuant to City Code section 8.206.
D) Open the Public Hearing to Adopt Resolution No. 2006-63. being a Resolution approving abatement at P59
4618 Fillmore Street NE
MOTION: Move to close the Public Hearing and waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-63, there
being ample copies available to the public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-63, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of
Columbia Heights declaring the property at 4618 Fillmore Street NE a nuisance and approving the
abatement of violations from the property pursuant to City Code section 8.206.
7. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A) Other Ordinances and Resolutions - none
B) Bid Considerations
1) Adopt Resolution No. 2006-58 being a Resolution accepting bids and awarding contract for Zone 7B P62
and lA Street Rehabilitation Project
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-58, there being ample
available to the pubic.
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MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-58 accepting bids and awarding the 2006 street
rehabilitation projects in Zone 7B and lA, including Alternate 1 for residential driveway
construction, Project No. 0502 to Midwest Asphalt Corporation of Hopkins, Minnesota in the
amount of $1,839,831.96, adding Alternate 1 unit price based driveway work, based upon their low,
qualified responsible bid; and, furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into
an agreement for the same.
C) Other Business
1) Approve ordering of improvements to Prestemon Park Athletic Field Lighting p66
MOTION: Move to order the improvements for the addition of athletic field lighting at Prestemon
Park, with funding coming out of the Recreation Fund 881.
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A) Report of the City Manager
B) Report of the City Attorney
9. CITIZENS FORUM
At this time, citizens have an opportunity to discuss with the Council items not on the regular agenda.
Citizens are requested to limit their comments to five minutes. Anyone who would like to speak shall state
his/her name and address for the record.
10. COUNCIL CORNER
11. ADJOURNMENT
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To: Mayor Gary Peterson
Date: May 17th, 2006
From: Corporal Paul Bonesteel
RE: "Buckle Up, Columbia Heights - Click It or Ticket!" May 22nd - June 4th
Minnesota's education and law enforcement campaign-the Safe & Sober May Mobilization-
will occur May 22nd - June 4th. During this period, Columbia Heights Police will conduct
enhanced enforcement shifts to educate and enforce our community about the importance of
wearing seat belts. This period provides an excellent opportunity for Columbia Heights to
demonstrate its support in preventing deaths and injuries resulting from traffic crashes. Last year,
461 vehicle occupants died on Minnesota roads. Good habits such as wearing your seat belt start
at home.
The Columbia Heights Police Department a.l1d the Minnesota Depa.rtment of Public Safety would
be honored if the City Council would sponsor an official proclamation/resolution to recognize
"Buckle Up, Columbia Heights - Click It or Ticket!" May 22nd- June 4th. Your
proclamation/resolution would greatly help our effort to save lives. I have enclosed a sample
proclamation/resolution for your use.
As always, we appreciate your past support of Columbia Heights Police Department efforts.
Thank you for your consideration of this special request.
Sincerely,
Paul Bonesteel
Corporal
Columbia Heights Police Department
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"Buckle Up, Columbia Heights - Click it or Ticket!"
May 22nd - June 4th
Whereas, the Columbia Heights Police Department and the Minnesota Department of Public
Safety Office of Traffic Safety, participants and administrators of the Safe & Sober May
Mobilization education and enforcement campaign, is committed to saving lives by increasing
seat belt use and reducing the number of unnecessary traffic fatalities on Minnesota roads; and
Whereas, more than two-thirds of traffic fatalities are attributed to seat belt non-use; and
Whereas, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children and young adults
ages 4 to 33 and the leading cause of quadriplegia and paraplegia; and
Whereas, we recognize seat belts play an important role in saving lives, preventing injuries, and
reducing insurance and health care costs; and
Whereas, while Minnesota laws enforce seat belt use, all ofus must do what we can to stress the
importance of buckling up; and
Whereas, the coordination of state and local efforts will enhance the overall efficiency and
impact of this life-saving campaign.
Now therefore be it resolved., that the Columbia Heights City Council endorses the Safe &
Sober May Mobilization and recognizes the period of May 2200 through June 4th as "Buckle Up,
Columbia Heights- Click it or Ticket!" The Columbia Heights City Council urges citizens of
Columbia Heights to use this week to demonstrate and reaffirm our commitment to buckling up
and arriving alive to our destinations.
Be it further resolved, that the Columbia Heights City Council encourages peace officers to
increase public awareness of the risks associated with seat belt and child seat non-use; that the
Columbia Heights City Council also supports the education and enforcement activities that
include conducting enhanced enforcement; distnouting public information; collecting seat belt
use data to measure progress; and supporting efforts to improve state legislation on the required
use of passenger protection devices;
Therefore, I, Mayor Gary L. Peterson do hereby proclaim that the week of May 22nd through
June 4th be known as "Buckle Up, Columbia Heights- Click it or Ticket!" in Columbia
Heights.
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 8, 2006
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TH'(SE M\NUTES HAVE
NOT BEEN APPROVED.
The following are the minutes for the regular meeting of the City Council held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday,
May 8, 2006 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 590 40th Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, MN.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL/INVOCATION
Present: Mayor Peterson, Councilmember Williams, Councilmember Nawrocki, Councilmember Diehm,
Councilmember Kelzenberg
Pastor Peter Law, Community United Methodist Church, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - recited
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA - none
Continuation of the Board of Review from May 1. 2006
Continuation of the Board of Review meeting for additional information regarding 4315,4317, and 4321
5th Street and to consider adoption of the 2006 Property Assessment Rolls.
Jim Rouleau, Anoka County Senior and Commercial Appraiser, indicated that Dan Stevenson,
Residential Appraiser, came to view the property on 5th Street and was told by the Building Official that
the buildings were not safe to inhabit. He removed building value and left $2,100 value on the storage
buildings. The new appraised value is 120,800. Peterson stated that amount sounded reasonable.
Nawrocki stated that the owner, in past years, had not let the appraisers on the property. Nawrocki asked
what the value was at the last meeting. Rouleau stated $209,400 with the consideration that once the
structures are removed the property could be divided into two lots. Nawrocki indicated that would be
$60,000 per lot. He asked Malcolm Watson, local appraiser in the audience, if that amount would be
correct. Watson stated that it would be.
Harold Hoium, 4321 5th Street, referred to taxes paid on a comparable property in his area, indicating
that his taxes have unfairly been $400 higher each year for the last 20 years.
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg, to adopt the 2006 Property Assessment Rolls. Upon vote: All
ayes. Motion carried.
PROCLAMATIONS. PRESENTATIONS. RECOGNITIONS AND GUESTS
A) Proclamations - Police Week
Mayor Peterson read the Police Week Proclamation for May 15 to 19,2006. Chief Tom Johnson
thanked the Council for the Proclamation. He indicated events that will take place during the week.
The Police Memorial Flag will fly in honor of our lost officer, Curt Ramsdell. Peterson stated the
community's appreciation of our officers, as did Councilmember Kelzenberg.
B) Presentations - none
C) Introduction of New Employees - none
D) Recognition
1) Malcolm Watson, Chaplin for American Legion Post #303, stated that they would be the host for
the American Legion Convention on Friday, May 19 at the Fridley American Legion. There will
be a memorial parade on May 20th. He thanked Councilmember Williams for placing an ad in
their bulletin. Watson read a condolence regarding his wife from that bulletin. Peterson thanked
the American Legion for their service. Nawrocki reminded people that all of the Veteran's
organizations in Anoka County join together each year for memorial service at Momingside
Gardens, and a service at Bunker Lake _ 7,::aturday, May 27 at 10:00 a.m. Nawrocki stated that
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the Columbia Heights VFW will sponsor a Memorial Day Service on Monday, May 29 outside
of City Hall by the Veteran's Memorial flag. Watson stated there would also be services at the
Island of Peace.
2) Peterson recognized John and Irene Veit on their 70th wedding anniversary and their children
Joanne Baker and Dorothy Penate. Mr. And Mrs. Veit each spoke to the longevity of their
marriage. Dorothy Penate thanked the Council for honoring their parents and stated that they
have lived in Columbia Heights for 52 years.
Peterson invited anyone from the public to come forth and be recognized for such events. Nawrocki
stated he and his wife have celebrated 54 years of marriage and will try to match that record.
Williams stated that the Mississippi River began on the V eit' s original farm.
3) Peterson stated that the Columbia Heights Destination Imagination Team won the State title and
will move on to the global competition in Knoxville, Tennessee at the end of May. He stated the
hope to have the team at a Council meeting to be recognized.
CONSENT AGENDA
Walt Fehst, City Manager, took Councilmembers through the Consent Agenda items.
1) Approve City Council Meeting Minutes
a) Motion to approve the minutes of the April 24, 2006 regular City Council meeting as
presented.
b) Motion to approve the minutes of the May 1, 2006 City Council Board of Review meeting as
presented.
2) Accept Boards and Commissions Meeting Minutes
a) Motion to accept the minutes of the April 26, 2006 Park and Recreation Commission
meeting.
b) Motion to approve the minutes of the May 2, 2006 Planning and Zoning Commission
meeting.
3) Establish Work Session meeting date for Thursday, May 18, 2006, beginning at 7 :00 a.m. in
Conference Room 1
Motion to establish a Work Session meeting date for Thursday, May 18,2006 beginning at 7:00
a.m. in Conference Room 1.
Fehst listed Work Session items as Charter Commission Transition Schedule (recommendation
to allow wards and two councilmen at large), Prestemon Lighting, Liquor Store (purchase of
property to develop), and a suggestion from the Mayor for Paperless Council Packets (many
other council's receive packet information on key or disc; and there have been estimates on the
cost savings).
Nawrocki stated that he attended the last Charter Commission meeting for Councilmember
Diehm where they held a second reading. He asked our Attorney when Council would have their
hearing, and was told we would not have to hold hearings. He referenced the publication MN
House of Representatives Public Service Information, Laws of2005, indicating that City
Councils must hold a hearing on Charter amendment proposals. The law states within one month
of receiving a recommendation to amend the Charter, the city must publish a of public
hearing and the notice must contain text of the proposed amendment. Within a month of the
hearing the Council must vote on the matter. Current law does not require city councils to act on
the Commission's recommendation. Hf' pvnressed concern at the last meeting because the first
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recommendation was received several weeks ago and this would indicate that we have to hold a
public hearing. This must be verified at this work session and scheduled for when we must meet.
4) Adopt Resolution No. 2006-55, being a resolution regarding the Labor Agreement with the
American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, employees, effective January
1, 2006 - December 31, 2007 Removed
5) Authorize the transfer of funds from General Fund to Police Department budget to reimburse
Overtime Fund
Motion to transfer $2,937.46 received from Unique Thrift Stores $2,928.50 received from
Columbia Heights School District, $125 received from the Minnesota State High School League,
and $150 received from the Valley view PTA Carnival- a total of$6,140.96, from the General
Fund to the Police Department 2006 budget under line #1020, Police Overtime.
6) Adopt Resolution #2006-53 supporting the efforts of the Columbia Heights Police Department
and the Anoka County Safe and Sober Campaign in obtaining grant money to improve seat belt
usage in the city, and to reduce the number of impaired drivers on our city's streets.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-53, there being ample copies available to
the public.
Motion to adopt Resolution #2006-53 supporting the efforts ofthe Columbia Heights Police
Department and the Anoka County Safe and Sober Campaign in obtaining grant money to
improve seat belt usage in the city, and to reduce the number of impaired drivers on our city's
streets.
Fehst reminded Councilmembers that we have the Traffic Safety Officer ofthe Year, Paul
Bonesteel because of his seeking funding and the follow up of the program. We received more
than we expected from the program. Chief Johnson stated this is our sixth year, and is a county-
wide program. This year Coon Raids is in charge of the funds. Our Department works with other
officers on events such as the Jamboree, and the mock car crash. The mock car crash has a big
effect on kids, and is dramatic. Corporal Bonesteel has done an excellent job and we want to
continue to improve. Nawrocki asked what the match amount was. Johnson stated there is no
match and the funding it is figured by the number of communities that apply.
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-53
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT AND PARTICIPATION IN THE SAFE AND
SOBER COMMUNITIES GRANT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights Police Department shall enter into a grant agreement with the Minnesota
Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety for the project entitled Safe & Sober Communities during the
period October 1,2006 through September 30,2007; and
WHEREAS, Chief Johnson of the Columbia Heights Police Department, and (his or her) successor, is hereby
authorized to execute such agreements and amendments as are necessary to implement the project on behalf of the
Columbia Heights Police Department; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Chief Wells of the Coon Rapids Police Department is hereby
authorized to be the fiscal agent and administer this grant on behalf of the Columbia Heights Police Department.
7) Adopt Resolution No. 2006-56, being a Resolution to Award Miscellaneous Concrete Contract
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-56, there being ample copies available to
the public.
Motion to approve and adopt Resoluti( - 9 -D. 2006-56, accepting bids and awarding the 2006
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Miscellaneous Concrete Repairs and Installations, Municipal Project #0600, to Ron Kassa
Construction ofElko, MN, based upon their low, qualified, responsible total bid in the amount of
$21,029.00 with funds to be appropriated from Fund 401-50600-4000; and, furthermore, to
authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same.
Fehst stated that we have worked with this contractor in the past and have received good service.
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-56
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE
2006 MISCELLANEOUS CONCRETE REPAIRS AND INSTALLATIONS,
CITY PROJECT No. 0600 TO RON KASSA CONSTRUCTION
WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for City Project No. 0600, Miscellaneous Concrete Repairs
and Installations, bids were received, opened and tabulated according to law. The following bids were received
complying with the advertisement:
Bidder
Ron Kassa Construction
Olympic Construction Services Inc.
TOTAL
$21,029.00
$81,041.00
WHEREAS, it appears that Ron Kassa Construction, 6005 250th E, Elko, Minnesota 55020 is the lowest responsible
bidder.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA:
1. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract with Ron Kassa Construction in
the name of the City of Columbia Heights, for the 2006 Miscellaneous Concrete Repairs and Installations, City
Project No. 0600, according to plans and specifications therefore approved by the Council.
2. The City Engineer is hereby authorized and directed to return, forthwith, to all bidders, the deposits made with
their bids except the deposit of the successful bidder and the next lowest bidder shall be retained unLil the contract
has been signed.
City Project #0600 shall be funded with State Aid Maintenance Fund, General Fund, Park Fund, Street Fund, Sewer
and Water Fund and PIR funds.
8) Adopt Resolution 2006-57, Conditional Use Permit for Seasonal Agricultural Sales at 3919
Central Avenue.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution 2006-57, there being ample copies available to the
public.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2006-57, approving the operation of a seasonal mini- garden
center at 3919 Central Avenue, through July 15,2006, subject to the conditions outlined in the
resolution.
Fehst stated this is a new garden center this year. Nawrocki asked who this group was. Fehst
stated the name is James Swenson. Nawrocki indicated there should be an investigation done and
something should be received from the owner of the property showing they have agreed to let
them use their space. Fehst stated there would be follow up in the green sheet.
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-57
RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PER.J.\1IT FOR JM.1ES SWENSON
WITHIN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
WHEREAS, a proposal (Case #2006-0501) has been submitted by James Swenson to the City Council a
conditional use permit from the City of Columbia Heights at the following site:
ADDRESS: 3927 Central Avenue.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall.
THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING PERMIT: A Conditional Use Permit per Code Section 9.110
(E)(3)(e), to allow outdoor sales or display.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has 1- 1 0 ~.ublic hearing as required by the city Zoning Code on May 2,
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2006;
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission
regarding the effect of the proposed conditional use permit upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community
and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as any concerns related to compatibility of uses, traffic, property values, light,
air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety in the surrounding areas; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights after reviewing the
proposal, that the City Council accepts and adopts the following [mdings of the Planning Commission:
1. The use is one of the conditional uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a
substantially similar use as determined by the Zoning Administrator.
2. The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan.
3. The use will not impose hazards or distributing influences on neighboring properties.
4. The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity.
5. The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with the
appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area.
6. The use and property upon which the use is located are adequately served by essential public facilities and
services.
7. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and to
provide for appropriate on-site circulation of traffic.
8. The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when considered in conjunction with the cumulative effect
of other uses in the immediate vicinity.
9. The use complies with all other applicable regulations for the district in which it is located.
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached conditions, maps, and other information shall become part of this
permit and approval; and in granting this permit the city and the applicant agree that this permit shall become null
and void if the project has not been completed within one (1) calendar vear after the approval date, subject to
petition for renewal of the permit.
CONDITIONS ATTACHED:
1. The Fire Department will require a structure plan indicating the location of the exits and fire extinguisher
placements.
2. The Fire Department will require a flame spread certification for the membrane structure.
A $500 deposit shall be submitted to the Community Development Department prior to installation of the structures
on the site. The deposit shall be refunded after the Conditional Use Permit expires and the site has been cleaned up.
9) Approve reissue orrental housing license for 4338 2nd Street NE as it complies with City Code
Motion to issue a rental-housing license to Nala Properties to operate the rental property located
at 4338 2nd Street NE in that the provisions ofthe residential maintenance code have been
complied with.
Nawrocki asked why we have not required them to cut the weeds. Fehst stated that items in
violation at the time of citation have been completed. This will be mentioned to the Fire Chief.
Peterson stated that the weed/tall grass violation requirement is nine inches. Hoeft stated there is
a process for that and that was not a violation at the time of issue. Nawrocki indicated that when
an inspector checks the property and it is a mess we should follow up on it. Williams suggested
tabling this. Hoeft stated that if the grass was not part of the original revocation they are entitled
to their license back upon compliance.
10) Approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for May 8, 2006
Motion to approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for May 8, 2006.
Nawrocki asked how many rental units were in the Salvation Army building on Gould. Fehst
stated that the lower unit is too low for another unit so there should only be two units. The
license has been reviewed and complies. Deputy Clerk Muscovitz called the Inspection
Department and confirmed there are only two units. Nawrocki asked that it confirmed that
the number of units are not being increased.
11 ) Approve Business License Applications
Motion to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for May 8, 2006 as
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12) Approve Payment of Bills
Motion to approve payment of the bills out of the proper funds as listed in the attached check
register covering Check Number 116924 through 117096 in the amount of$I,089,593.29.
Nawrocki questioned the Public Works building renovation change order payment to Buetow
and Associates for $2,978. He was told these are overages for the service center have been
authorized. Elrite stated that the Council approved the original contract in 2005 and there were
changes orders to that contract for about $9,000. Nawrocki asked what these changes were and if
there were other payments. Fehst stated that an accounting would be made available.
Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to approve the Consent Agenda items with the exception of
items #4. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
#4 Adopt Resolution No. 2006-55. being a resolution regarding the Labor Agreement with the American
Federation of State. County. and Municipal Employees, employees. effective January 1.2006-
December 31.2007
Nawrocki stated there was no infonnation given on existing salaries, comparable cities, the Stanton
Report, and a lack of discussion to make a decision. There were two work sessions; one was 15
minutes minus one councilmember and the other was 45 minutes and a councilmember was late. The
employees of this bargaining group asked to meet with Councilmembers and it was ignored.
Councilmembers should meet with them when they have concerns relative to city business. Some
say this would conflict with city business, but he stated he did not agree. We need pertinent
information to make the decision and should hear them out. Nawrocki referred to the across the
board percentage adjustment as opposed to individual adjustments, and indicated that when the City
Manager gets $6,000 over two years and the person plowing snow gets only $3,000. He agreed there
needs to be a difference, but this system puts a gap that is further and further apart. The rich get
richer and the poor get poorer.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-55, there
being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to adopt Resolution No. 2006-55, being a resolution
regarding the Labor Agreement between the City of Columbia Heights and the American Federation
of State, County, and Municipal Employees, effective January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007. Upon
vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 2006-55
REGARDING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
AND AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL NO. 495
WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal
Employees (AFSCME) Council No. 14, Local No. 495, representing clerical and technical employees of the City, and
members of the the City's negotiating team, and said negotiations have resulted in a mutually acceptable contract for
calendar years 2006 and 2007.
WHEREAS, changes to the current contract are attached, and a copy of the 2006-2007 contract is available at
the Office of the City Manager and is made a part hereof by reference;
NOW, BE IT RESOLVED that the contract as be and is hereby
established as the salary and fringe benefit program for calendar years 2006 and 2007 for AFSCME bargaining unit
employees of the City; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor an _ 12 ~v1anager be authorized to execute this agreement.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS - none
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
Other Ordinances and Resolutions
1) Second reading of Ordinance No. 1500, vacating a portion of Lookout Place.
Peterson stated there is work to be done regarding the deed and items from the State. The
agreements are signed with the adjacent property. They feel the date of June lih will be
appropriate.
Motion by Williams, second by Kelzenberg, to table the second reading of Ordinance No. 1500,
vacating a portion of Lookout Place, for Monday, June 12,2006, at approximately 7:00 pm in the
City Council Chambers. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
ADMINISTRA TrVE REPORTS
Report of the City Manager
. 4152 Cleveland has received a demolition permit and one-half of the building is gone.
Nawrocki stated that the materials from the demolition are laying all over the property and not
being disposed of. Fehst stated that the owner has paid over $3,000 to get rid of materials.
Nawrocki indicated there should be a time element. The dumpster is over flowing.
. 4141 Jefferson Street area has been policed heavily. Vehicles have been towed. The owner
has gotten into the building and stayed illegally. He has been sited for run."',ing an illegal
business. They are working on the property again. We will continue our efforts in this area.
Nawrocki stated that on Saturday they were working on three different cars; the police arrived
and stopped it. Tonight the street was full of cars again. We need to do more than ticket, possibly
obtain a restraining order for compliance with City Code. Fehst stated he would investigate that
idea.
. $200,000 CD block grant was received for the Mady's site or other sites if necessary.
Nawrocki questioned when last year's audit would be distributed. Elrite stated it would be the
end of May or beginning of June. Nawrocki questioned what department's budget is paying for
the landscaping being done at the Library. Fehst stated that he was not sure. Nawrocki stated he
has found that the Community Development Department charges $30,000 for administrative
costs to the high rise. He asked why staff time for the industrial area is not charged back to the
project. Fehst recommended this be discussed with the EDA. Administrative fees could be
charged to the development project but would extend the TIF pay back period.
Nawrocki listed properties to be checked for code violations: 51st and University, 4057 Van
Buren, 4654 Tyler, 39th and Central, and the car wash next to Taco BelL
Nawrocki stated again that the State Auditor or the Secretary of State requested local
governments submit suggestions for mandate reform. Fehst stated that the League ofMN Cities
and the AMM have done this in the past. Nawrocki requested a report on the St. Tim's condos,
now that bankruptcy has been filed. Fehst indicated this would be reported at the EDA meeting.
Williams referred to being locked into.:. 13 -5t with Ryland Homes and that we are receiving
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funds through building inspection and WAC/SAC fees. Fehst stated that was in the agreement.
Williams stated that if we charged more in staff fees theses fees would be reduced. Fehst stated
he would have to check on this.
Williams stated that at 41 st and Van Buren a person was cleaning and working hard on their
property. Williams indicated that Councilmembers could still meet with the union employees,
however Linda Magee was negotiating with them and it would not be prudent to do so during
negotiations. Fehst stated there are regular union meetings. Nawrocki stated that union members
asked to meet and explain what they were asking for. Council has the ultimate responsibility,
with staff handling the day-to-day discussions.
Nawrocki stated that developers pay building permit fees, which fund the building official. He
indicated at prior meetings that he did not have a financial report on the industrial area project,
but has been told a report will be given at this month's EDA meeting.
Report of the City Attorney - none
CITIZENS FORUM
Harold Hoium, 4321 5th Street, indicated that his property has been burglarized from October 2005 to
May of2006. The police do not show up and the attorney has prosecuted no one. Fehst stated he would
check with the Chief of Police. He reiterated the County Appraiser's statement that the buildings have
no value. Hoium stated that the neighbors are concerned about fires.
A resident complimented the Police Chief on the excellent job done by his staff on a stolen car arrest in
front ofllis house. Peterson thanked any citizen that called 911 on t.his, as we need their help too.
COUNCIL CORNER
Nawrocki
. Joined the tour of the Andover and New Brighton Community Centers. One-half of the committee
attended, with no one attending from the school district. Fehst stated that the new school activity
director was there. Feels the school will not be a really participant, since they had nothing in their
last referendum to pay for gym space. Handout information is available. The Andover facility was
$18.3 million and the New Brighton facility was $5 million. Spoke of operating costs and principal
and interest payments. A $5 million facility would take 20 years to pay for the principal on the debt
service and another 10 to 15 years to pay off the interest. Keep this project simple, such as two
gyms. The School District needs to be an equal partner and it must be subject to a referendum vote.
New Brighton's facility was voted down, but was built anyway.
Fehst proposed ajoint goal session with the School District to work in cooperation toward an
activity center. The cost would be $1,300. This proposal will be discussed at the May 18 work
session.
. Requested that staff research if the Andover community center went to a vote. Believed it did not.
Nawrocki said he was told it had. Fehst stated that the YMCA runs it. Nawrocki stated that the City
of Andover does not pay debt service, only operating costs.
. May 20th will be Crestview's open house and they have a spring fundraiser at Linder's Nursery May
19-22.
. Tomorrow is the Rising to New Heights meeting. She listed persons to contact for more information.
. Values First values for the month are resp _ 14 Jity and accountability. Values First will host a
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breakfast for the Every Day Hero winners.
. Personally saw our Police and Fire Departments in action again. Very impressed with their
professionalism and speed to answer the call. Thanked them for everything they do.
Williams
. Our tax is ad valorum. If house values go up they pay a little more in tax and less if they come
down.
. There are 36 people on the community center advisory committee, with Pastor Dan Thompson as
the Chairman. We will let the committee bring to us what the need is. The School Board is involved
in this and they are on board with this. There are people from the schools on the committee. Fehst
stated that Representative Barb Goodwin is also on this committee.
. MNDOT is going to repair the fence on University. Fehst indicated he spoke to the District
Manager but was not sure yet what would be done. Our citizens deserve this.
. Thanked the Mayor and his family for putting on the ill Annual Prayer Breakfast. There was a full
house.
. Continue to pray for the health and peace of our citizens.
Kelzenberg
. Attended the performance of "Grease" at the High School and really enjoyed it.
. Letter Carriers Annual Food Drive will be Saturday, May 13. Just place nonperishable food items by
your mailbox and the Carries will collect them and donate them to the food shelf.
Fehst read a compliment to the City of Columbia Heights from a Twin Cities news article. Peterson
stated that there is an article in the Minnesota Meetings and Events magazine on the top five special
spaces that can make your event come alive. The Heights Theater is one of the tlve best. Governor
Ventura held an event there also.
Williams pointed out how beautiful the view is now from the Council Chambers. Pastor Law stated he
was pleased at how many wonderful new parishioners the developments would bring in.
Peterson
. Complimented Jean Kuehn, Special Projects Coordinator, who is geared up for planting with the
Beautification Committee. He thanked these volunteers for their efforts.
. Don't take ourselves too seriously, do a random act of kindness.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Peterson adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk/Council Secretary
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HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JANUARY 24, 2006
CALL TO ORDER - The Regular Meeting of the Columbia Heights Housing &
Redevelopment Authority (HRA) was called to order by Chair, Bruce Nawrocki at 7:01
p.m., Tuesday, January 24,2006, in the Parkview Villa Community Room B, 965 40th
Avenue NE, Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
ROLL CALL
Commission Members Present: Tammera Ericson Diehm, Bruce Nawrocki, Bobby
Williams, Dennis Ecklund Jr., Patricia Jindra, and
Bruce Kelzenberg
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Kelzenberg moved to nominate Ericson Diehm for Chair, Williams for Vice Chair, Jindra
for SecretaryfTreasurer. There were no other nominations. All ayes. Motion Carried.
Ericson Diehm, the new Chair, then took over the meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Minutes of the Regular meeting of October 25, 2005
Approval of Financial Reports and Payment of bills for the months of October,
November, and December, 2005.
Bob Lindig, Walker finance officer, asked if there were any questions.
Nawrocki asked for clarification of cashflow pages. Lindig explained that the cashflow
breakdown on page 13 of the gray section, tells you what the expenses were for.
Attorney fees were the greatest expenses for last year, as he revised the ACOP and
leases. The variance for the year was almost $30,000, due to over budget on
maintenance services, replacing carpet, cost of gas, water leaks, and issues with
elevator repairs.
Nawrocki stated on page one of the December financials, Parkview Villa North
overspent by $155, 163. Lindig stated the page is showing the capital expenditures, last
year we did not put them in the operating costs, and that this was included in the 2006
budget, the $113,218 will be submitted to HUD for reimbursement soon.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to approve the consent agenda as written.
All ayes. Motion Carried.
REPORT OF MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Welke stated in October there were 7 police calls; 2 medical, 2 for animals found, 1 for
extra patrol, 1 for compliance check, 1 for noise and 1 for an alarm. There were no
vacancies.
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In November there were 6 police calls, units were100% occupied, and 36 work orders
completed.
In December there were 6 police calls; 2 for medical, 1 for suspicious activity or person,
1 for unwanted person, 1 for traffic detail and 1 for warrant arrest (adult). There was
100% occupancy of the units. In the PHA for 2006 we allotted $3,000 to remove the pull
cord system, however, Terry, our maintenance man has already started removing the
pull cord systems, thus saving the $3,000 from the budgeted.
RESIDENT COUNCIL MINUTES
Jindra asked if there were any questions from the board. Ericson Diehm asked if there
was anything that the board might be interested in. Jindra stated the Christmas Dinner,
and their meetings are well attended.
CITIZEN FORUM
Priscilla Cross, Unit 303, stated prior to the new building handbook coming out, she
requested last year from Welke, that it be put in audio format, she was notified of the
state contact person that could get this provided to her, has found out it isn't very costly,
she asked a few weeks ago that the new lease documents be provided in audio, she
wasn't told when it would be provided to her. Cross then supplied the board with a
copy of the state contact number. Ericson Diehm stated she felt this was a reasonable
request.
Nawrocki asked why when Cross, asked for this a year ago, that she didn't get it.
Welke stated she did not provide her with it as the lease was just approved in October
and the ACOP has not been approved yet, attorney, Bob Alsop does not have it ready
for board approval. She wants to do both documents on audio at the same time.
Priscilla has also asked staff to provide her bye-mail the calendars and other things
that staff provides, which they are doing. Ericson Diehm stated it made sense to her to
provide all of this at the same time. Welke stated she has talked to bob Alsop to see if
he could provide this type of service for our documents and rules of the building, which
he is checking into.
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
Resolution 2006-01, DesiQnatinQ Depository for the HRA
Streetar stated this resolution was prepared by the finance department, the board
approved this at the October meeting. The finance department found some errors on it,
so it is before you tonight to approve the corrected version.
Motion by Williams, second by Jindra, to Adopt Resolution 2006-01, a Resolution
Designating Depository for the Columbia Heights Housing and Redevelopment
Authority (HRA). All ayes. Motion Carried.
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Underaround Parkina Garaae Door
Welke stated this was something Ecklund came to her about, as he had many residents
express concerns of how hard it is to get into the building for seniors, or residents with
wheelchairs, so staff went out to obtain bids. Three bids were received: 1) Trans-Alarm
at $3,386.62; 2) Straughan Hardware, Inc. at $4, 185.77 and 3) Wheeler Hardware was
the lowest bidder at $2,955.
Jindra asked if residents would still have to use their card to get in. Welke stated they
would.
Ericson Diehm asked if they would relocate the card reader when they install the
button. Welke stated they would.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to approve the lowest bid by Wheeler
Hardware Company in the amount of $2,955.00 to better serve our residents of
Parkview Villa. This would come out of the Capital Outlay balance of $22,737.00 (Nov.
31,2005). All ayes. Motion Carried.
Manaaement Increase
Streetar stated as you may recall, in October 2005, Walker management presented a
management fee increase to the HRA, staff would like to present a counter offer for
board review. Staff has done the following to come up with this counter offer: 1)
contacted MHFA, Anoka County HRA, and Legacy Management and Development
Corporation and reviewed the other proposals the HRA received in 2003 for
management, which shows a fair management fee is between 6 and 10% of budgeted
revenues; and 2) looked at applicant proposals received in 2003, which were Stewart
Management at $37. 36/Unit, Steven Scott Management at $37. 36/unit and Common
Bond Communities at $45.31.
Streetar stated staff would like to recommend the counter offer increases as follows:
$16.75 per unit for the north building, added to the current $4.30/unit comes to $21.05
per unit or about a 6% return on the 2006 budgeted revenues and $24.30/unit for the
south building, added to the current $4.30/unit comes to $28. 57/unit or about a 6%
return on the 2006 budgeted revenues. This would be $6,854 less than Walker's
request. In addition, staff recommends: 1) that any reduction in Walker's actual
operating cost of $169,311 during the third year be approved by the HRA board and the
amount of the reduction be subtracted from the management fee, which would protect
the HRA from management reducing services and increasing their management fee;
and 2) that the increase take effect February 1, 2006.
Ecklund asked, when we did the contract 3 years ago did they have the choice to come
back to ask for more money. Streetar stated yes, they could have.
Nawrocki stated staff is recommending paying more for the south building and that he
isn't satisfied with the way residents are treated in the building. Streetar stated, yes the
fee is larger for the south building, because there is more work done for the north
building and can rely on HUD funding for repairs and even with this recommendation
we wouldn't be taking anything out of the fund balance.
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Ecklund felt everyone should make a good living, but ask about the on-site caretakers
hours, as she works in the office also. Welke stated Lee does work 32 hours. She does
part time cleaning, and works part time in the office. They choose to do this as the
building is in much better condition than it was a year ago, and as the board was
concerned that there wasn't anyone in the office they chose to have Lee work from 7-
11 am, three days a week and from 1 to 4pm two other days of the week in the office
also. Ericson Diehm stated maybe this should be clarified better as to the hours she
works and where she works.
Lee asked if he didn't think the building was cleaner in the 4 hours she cleans the
building than it was before. Ecklund stated the trashcans are always full in the
bathroom.
William Potty, unit 712, stated he is up real early and sees Lee cleaning walls and
floors, most residents don't see this as they don't get up that early, but he can see she
is cleaning everything. Resident, Dadsour, stated he has also seen the cleaning lady
doing a very good job. Welke stated when there is a problem or a mess in the building
both Lee and her will take care of them as quickly as possible. Ericson Diehm directed
Ecklund and Jindra to work with residents to discuss these issues.
Don Camp, Unit 608, stated he wanted to know why staff isn't taking care of the parking
problems in the front lot, as people are parking where they shouldn't be and nothing is
being done to tow them away. Welke stated when they see or hear this happening,
they write down the license number and if it's not a resident that they can contact, they
call the towing service to remove the vehicle. Ericson Diehm stated Streetar had a good
idea where residents help out by writing down the license number of the vehicle and
give it to staff and send out warnings. Welke stated they currently do this.
Kelzenberg asked Streetar what the ramifications would be if Walker walks away from
this contract. Streetar stated staff would have to start preparing bids for review, which
'v'Vou/d take time away from the redevelopment projects and that he has contacted Great
Lakes Management who wants 6 to 8% to temporarily manage the building.
Kelzenberg stated he would like to commend Welke and her staff as he can see there
have been some significant changes in the building.
Williams asked if anyone questioned the residents to see if they want Walker to
continue on. Ericson Diehm stated we could, but our decision tonight shouldn't be
based on this and that she would hate to put staff in the position to scramble to get
someone to manage the building.
Ecklund stated Great Lakes Management is for asking 6 to 8%, and if staff has to work
fast to get someone to take over, that would us more money. Ericson Diehm stated
that is correct.
Renie Suftka, unit 104, she did not want Walker to manage the building, but she can
say that she has not had a problem with Welke or her staff.
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A lady resident, asked what Walker gets paid for, paying insurance, cleaning, etc.,
couldn't we do it ourselves? Ericson Diehm stated they manage the building for the
HRA, pay bills, makes sure we are in compliance with HUD regulations, handles issues,
etc.
Nawrocki said Streetar won't want to hear this, but when we first opened this building
we used our own staff and could certainly go back to that again.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Ecklund Jr., to Approve the Management Fee
Increase with the above described changes; and furthermore, to authorize the Chair
and Executive Director to enter into an agreement for the same.
Nawrocki felt this was out of order, we have a contract for another year, to give them
another $40, 000 isn't fair, we are letting them out of it, we would be doing it at the
expense of the residents of the south building, he assumed this would come out of the
escalator fund, how much is the escalator for the third year. Streetar stated it is about
2%, and that he could verify that for him is he would like him to.
Upon vote: Nawrocki- nay, Jindra- nay, Williams- nay, Kelzenberg- aye, Ericson
Diehm- aye, Ecklund-aye. Motion fails.
Ericson Diehm stated we would not have a management company in place in 60 days
as we have to go out for bids, will pay more money, and the residents are the ones that
will suffer. Streetar stated this means that probably two or three development projects
will be put on hold. Nawrocki stated Streetar you take the cake. Ericson Diehm asked
Nawrocki to please refrain from comments like that. Fehst stated it does take a long
time to get a new management company on board, if we hire a management company,
as we do not have the staff to management the building and that it would be taking
away from City staff's time. Williams stated he is willing to change is vote in lieu of what
he has just heard.
Motion by Williams, second by Kelzenberg to reconsider the original motion.
Upon vote: Nawrocki- nay, Jindra -aye, Williams - aye, Kelzenberg - aye, Ericson
Diehm - aye, Ecklund Jr. - aye. Motion Carried.
Nawrocki stated he finds the management and Streetar's comments kind of interesting,
they are saying they don't have the ability to do a whole lot, the management says they
really aren't capable of doing it, I just shake my head.
Upon vote of the original motion once more:
Nawrocki- nay, Jindra-nay, Ericson Diehm-aye, Kelzenberg-aye, Williams-aye, Ecklund
Jr.- aye. Motion Carried.
Ericson Diehm directed staff to add this item to
April meeting agenda.
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Other Business
Nawrocki stated from the last meeting the board directed staff to meet with Anoka
County to discuss transferring Parkview Villa to them, the staff report is almost saying
this is a done deal, he is against this. Jindra agreed. Ericson Diehm stated as she
remembers the motion was to direct staff to discuss the possibilities, and that she would
hope that everyone keeps an open mind.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:23 pm by Chair, Ericson Diehm.
Respectfully submitted,
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Chery;Zken
Recording Secretary
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MINUTES
May 2, 2006
The meeting was called to order by Chair, Barbara Miller. Those members present were Barbara Miller, Bruce
Kelzenberg, Patricia Sowada, Lynette Thomson, Nancy Hoium, Catherine Vesley, and Becky Loader.
It was moved, seconded, and passed to approve the minutes of the April 4, 2006, Board meeting as mailed.
Bill list dated 4/24/06, was reviewed. It was moved, seconded and passed that they be paid.
Bill list dated 5/8/06, was reviewed. It was moved, seconded and passed that they also be paid.
The accounting was reviewed.
Old Business:
1. Discussion about the proposed sculpture for the backyard was tabled.
2. Wi-Fi was installed 4/18/06. People have been using it every day. Installation and access have been
problem-free. The Board would like to have a banner for the exterior announcing that access is available
here. The information about wi-fi service corning to McDonald's was shared with the Board. Their
service will involve a charge.
3. Anoka County Library is the recipient of an Early Literacy Grant "Every Child Ready to Read".
Information about the program was shared with the Board.
4. The Board viewed a proposed design for the new shirts to be purchased for the Jamboree parade. Color
choices were discussed. The Board is interested in the cost of purchasing polo shirts rather than t-shirts.
5. Anoka County Library, Anoka County Historical Society and Columbia Heights Public Library did not
receive the LST A grant, and were referred to the Minnesota Digital Library to find out about participation.
6. The three new Pages have completed training and are shadowing veteran Pages for two weeks to gain more
expenence.
New Business:
1. A picture was taken of the Library Board members to be included in the time capsule for the Peace Clock.
2. Foundation awards were presented at the last City Council Meeting. MaryAnn and Gerry Herringer were
recognized for individual support and Tom Letness and the Heights Theatre were recognized for business
support. All recipients received a plaque that incorporated the image of the red wagon on it.
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3. The St. Paul Pioneer Press article of 4/21 /06 about Book Club bags was discussed.
4. Book Page: America's Book Review Newspaper information was shared with the Board. Pricing
information was discussed. It was moved, seconded and passed to try the 2-month complimentary
subscription offered by the vendor.
5. The Rake with information and articles about the grand re-opening of the Minneapolis Public Library was
reviewed.
6. Landscaping has begun in the backyard. This is the completion of the project started last fall. Planting by
the Beatification Committee is scheduled for May 17.
7. The Board reviewed the article concerning children and reading from NewsTimeLive.com.
8. Nancy Hoium offered Resolution 2006-1 honoring the graduating employees. The resolution was read. It
was moved by Patricia Sowada, seconded by Lynette Thomson, and passed to adopt Resolution 2006-1.
9. Becky will be meeting with Schindler elevator on Thursday, May 4, concerning a bill for the service call
that they say is not included under the contract.
10. The library has received a phone call that they have been named the beneficiary in someone's will.
11. The Board discussed plans for recognizing the retirement of Mary Kloss.
12. The Board members extended their sympathy to Nancy Hoium on the recent loss of her mother. Board
members would like to donate a book in her name as a memorial.
13. Barb Miller, Catherine Vesley, and Lynette Thomson attended the meeting about the Activity Center. Four
potential sites were discussed at the meeting. Barb and Catherine voiced their opinion that the library be
included in the project. Future meetings are planned. The Board will be kept informed.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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I
J~anine M. Schmidt
Secretary to the Library Board of Trustees.
The City of Columbia Heights does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or
treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to
allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Columbia Heights services, programs, and activities.
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS - CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: May 22, 2006
ITEM: Establish Work Session
Meeting Date for June 5, 2006
NO:
BY: Walter R. Fehst
DATE: May 16,2006
AGENDA SECTION: Consent
NO: 5-A-3
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT:
Administration
DATE:
It is suggested to schedule a City Council Work Session for Monday, June 5, 2006 begim1ing at
7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
MOTION: Move to schedule a City Council Work Session for Monday, June 5, 2006 beginning at
7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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Meeting of: May 22,2006
AGENDA SECTION: Consent
NO:
S- - A - l(
ORIGINATING
DEPARTMENT:
ADMINISTRATION
BY: CHARTER
COMMISSION
DATE:
CITY
MANAGER'S
APPROV
ITEM: SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR
FIRST READING OF PROPOSED CHANGES TO
THE CITY CHARTER, CHAPTER 2, SECTIONS
6, 7, 8, & 9 PERTAINING TO FORM OF
GOVERNMENT
NO:
BY:J' '
DATE:
At the work session of May 18, 2006, the Charter Commission brought a proposed amendment in
the form of an ordinance to the City Charter re~arding the issue of dividing the city into four wards,
adding two councilmembers at large, and an Implementation plan to accomplish this
Per Minnesota State Statutes, a public hearing on this issue must now to be set. The purpose ofthis
council letter is to set this publIc hearing for June 12, 2006.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to set a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 1509, an
ordinance pertaining to Chapter 2, "Form of Government"Sections 6, 7, 8, and 9 ofthe City Charter,
at approximately 7 p.m. on Monday, June 12,2006, in the City Hall Council Chambers.
~OUNCIL ACTION,
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Meeting of: 5/22/06
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
5-;.\-$ PUBLIC WORKS BY: ;;4~
ITEM: PUBLIC HEARING: IMPROVEMENTS FOR BY, K.HanSe~
THE ZONES 7B AND lA STREET REHABILITATION DA TE: 5/18/ 5 DATE: '
PROGRAM (RE-ESTABLISH)
Background
Based on earlier discussions with the City Council Zone 7 and Zone 1 were each divided into two areas. Zone 7A was rehabilitated
in 2004. Zone 7B and 1 A is proposed for rehabilitation in 2006. Zone 1 B will be considered for rehabilitation in 2007. The Zone
7B Street Rehabilitation improvement area is bounded by University Avenue Service Drive on the east, 37th Avenue on the south,
California Street or Main Street on the west, and 45th Avenue on the north. Reservoir Blvd on the east, 37th Avenue on the south,
Central A venue on the west, and 45th A venue on the north bound zone 1 A Street Rehabilitation improvement area.
The City Council accepted the feasibility report and ordered an Improvement Hearing for March 6th at their meeting of January 23,
2006.A Public Improvement Hearing was held on March 6th, 2006, where the City Council ordered the Improvements. Final plans
and specifications where prepared and the project was publicly bid. Three bids where opened on Thursday, May 11th.
Analysis/Conclusions
Midwest Asphalt submitted the low bid for the Zone 7B/1 A Street Rehabilitation Program, in the amount of $1,839,831.96. This
represents a 13.3% increase over the Engineer's Estimate presented at the feasibility report and Improvement Hearing stage and a
$215,000 increase in costs. The increase in costs can be directly attributed to the increase in petroleum-based products such as
asphalt and fuel. The increase in asphalt for the project alone is approximately $107,000, with the other cost increases attributable
to trucking (fuel).
To fund the cost overage, staff recommends a 50/50 share between assessments and the City of Columbia Heights' Infrastructure
Fund. This would result in approximately a 10% increase in the proposed assessment rates originally presented in the feasibility
report and at the Improvement Hearing. Procedurally, a new Public Improvement Hearing will need to be held which incorporates
the increased bid costs, for the assessed portion of the costs as soon as possible.
Staff recommends holding a new Public Hearing on June 5th, 2006 at 6:30 pm prior to the work session that evening.
Recommended Motion: Move to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-59, there being ample copies available for the public.
Recommended Motion: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-59, which re-establishes the Public Improvement Hearing for Zones
7B and IA Street Rehabilitation, City Project 0502 beginning at 6:30 p.m. on June 5, 2006.
Attachments:
Resolution 2006-59
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-59
BEING A RESOLUTION RE-EST ABLISHING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT HEARING FOR
ZONE 7B AND lA STREET REHABILIT A nON
CITY PROJECT - NO. 0502
WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted a Street Rehabilitation Program which divides the City into seven zones,
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 2006-]2, a report has been prepared by the Director of Public Works with
reference to the Zone 7B and ]A area of the Street Rehabilitation Program, and
WHEREAS, Zone 7B is bounded by California Street to University Avenue, from 37th Avenue to 45th Avenue.
WHEREAS, Zone ]A is bounded by Central Avenue to Reservoir Blvd., from 37th Avenue to 45th Avenue.
WHEREAS, the report provides information regarding whether the proposed project is feasible, necessary and cost
effective, and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA
] . The Council will consider the improvement of such streets in accordance with the report and the assessment
of abutting or benefited property for all or a portion of the cost of the improvement pursuant to Minnesota
Statutes, Chapter 429 at an estimated total cost of the improvement of $] ,839.831.96.
2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 5th day of June, 2006, in the City
Council Chambers at 590 40th Avenue N.E. at 6:30 P.M. and the City Clerk shall give mailed and published
notice of such hearing and improvement as required by law.
Dated this 22nd day of~v1ay, 2006.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
BY
Gary Peterson, Mayor
Patricia Muscovitz,
Deputy City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
NO: 5'A-~ PUBLIC WORKS BY: bJilflil
ITEM: PERMITS FOR 2006 JAMBOREE BY: K. Hansen
DATE: 5/17/06 DATE:
Meeting of: 5/22/06
The City of Columbia Heights Jamboree will be held June 21st to June 25th this year. The carnival, operated by Family Fun
Shows, Inc. usually arrives a day or two before for set-up, which requires the closing of Jefferson Street on Monday afternoon,
June 19th. Staff is requesting permission to close Jefferson Street from the alleyway on the north end of Huset Park to the south
roundabout. Other arrangements are made with various City departments including the license application, payment of necessary
license fees and permits and that the required damage deposits are submitted.
The annual Jamboree Parade will be held on Friday, June 23,2006, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The parade route will begin on Central
Avenue at 4Sh Avenue to 40th Avenue; west on 40th Avenue to 5th Street and 5th Street to Mill Street. Staff is recommending that
the City Council authorize the Police Department to issue a parade permit for the Jamboree Parade.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to authorize staff to close Jefferson Street for the time period from Monday afternoon, June
19,2006 through Sunday, June 25, 2006.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to authorize the Police Department to issue a parade permit for the Jamboree Parade to be
held on Friday, June 23, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. for the following streets: Central Avenue at 45th Avenue to 40th Avenue, west on 40th
Avenue to 5th Street and 5th Street to Mill Street.
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COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT
NO:
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ITEM: CONTRACTING WITH WELSH
COMPANIES TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY
ORIGINATING DEPT:
FINANCE
BY: WILLIAM ELRITE
MEETING OF: MAY 22, 2006
CITY MANAGER
APPROVAL
BY:
DATE: 05/17/2006
NO:
For several years, staff has been exploring alternatives for the City liquor operation with the goal of
providing better service to residents and other customers as well as increasing profits. With this goal in
mind, staff has recommended that the City acquire property in a prime location and build a city-owned
liquor store. Several pro-forma's have been prepared showing that the City could sell bonds to cover the
cost of the construction of a new liquor store and make the debt payment from what is currently being
used to pay rent and CAM administrative expenses. The plan would require an investment of current
liquor retained earnings/fund balance to acquire land and then to utilize what is currently paid for rent to
cover the cost of constructing a new state-of-the-art liquor store. The bottom line of this plan is that we
will maintain the current level of profits from the liquor store to be used for other projects and in twenty
years, when the bonds are paid off, we will own a valuable asset and have an additional $160,000 per
year, the amount that is currently being used to pay rent, to spend on City projects.
Based on the above, the City obtained proposals from three companies, Kraus-Anderson, Welsh
Companies and Anderson Builders to acquire property and provide project management for the
construction of a liquor store. Based on these proposals staff is recommending that we enter into a
contract with Welsh Companies as they provided the most complete, cost-effective proposal for this
project.
Attached is a copy of the proposed contract along with a pro-forma for the new store projecting that in a
worst-case scenario, profits from the new store would, in essence, remain the same with the high
likelihood of a significant increase. City staff and representatives from Ehlers & Associates will be
available at the work session to discuss this recommendation in more detail.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move for the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract with
Welsh Companies, LLC to acquire property.
WE:sms
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Attachments:
Proforma.pdf
ExclusiveRepresenta
tionAgree.pdf
COUNCIL ACTION:
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City of Columbia Heights
Pro- forma on the
Relocation of Top Valu Liquor (Central Ave.)
Prepared 10-May-06
1
Projected Projected Projected Projected
2008 2008 2008 2008
Current
Location Owning Owning Owning
Sales
Liquor, Beer, Wine, Other 3,297,980 3,297,980 3,627,778 4,353,334
Operating Expense
Cost of goods sold 2,572,425 2,572,425 2,829,667 3,395,601
Operating Expense 489,168 489,168 489,168 489,168
Rent & C.A.M. Expense 159,880 - - -
Building Maintenance 1,000 1,000 I ,000
Bond Interest 60,000 60,000 60,000
DepreciationIBond Principal 100,000 100,000 100,000
Equipment Depreciation 5,783 5,783 5,783 5,783
Total Expense 3,227,256 3,228,376 3,485,618 4,051,552
Net income from operations 70,725 69,605 142,160 301,782
Other income 26,906 26,906 26,906 26,906
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Une 7 reflects depreciation/bond principal.
On a cash basis of accounting we recognize the principal
payment as an expense to the income statement.
On an accrual basis of accounting depreciation of the
building would be recognized. In this case the estimated
depreciation is slightly high.
Note 2:
Pro-forma is based on investing 1 million of retained
earnings into the purchase of land and issuing a bond for
2 million to construct and furnish the building.
Based on Based on Based on
land & land & land &
building building building
costs of costs of costs of
2,994,500 2,994,500 2,994,500
and and and
No increased increased
Increase sales of sales of
in sales 10% 20%
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EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATION AGREEMENT (Revised)
The undersigned, Citv of Columbia HeiQhts, hereinafter known as "Principal" hereby
appoints Welsh Companies, LLC., a licensed real estate broker, hereinafter known as
"Welsh," as its "Agent" with the exclusive and irrevocable right to represent the
undersigned in negotiating and consummating a transaction to acquire property for the
construction of a new municipal liquor store. Principal presently is located at 590 40th
Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, MN, 55421.
1. Time
The period of this agency agreement shall begin March 1st. 2006 for as long as
negotiations continue, but will not extend past March 1st. 2007 unless agreed to in
writing by both parties.
2. ProDertv and Authoritv
Welsh is authorized to:
a. Negotiate for the purchase property, but not to commit Principal to a purchase of
any property with Principle's signature, or to sign any instruments on behalf of
Principal or to incur any costs for the above services.
b. Make available to Principal all information needed in the decision-making
process concerning various alternatives.
c. Initiate and coordinate the appraisal of the property. Obtain at least three bids
from commercial appraisers from which Principle can select preferred appraiser.
3. PurDoses
a. To manage the acquisition process to ensure adherence to the Uniform
Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 made
by the Uniform Relocation Act Amendments of 1987 Title IV of the Surface
Transportation and Uniform Relocation Assistance Act of 1987.
b. To negotiate in collaboration with Principal the purchase of property at the best
terms and conditions for Principal.
c. To be assured the final decision is consistent with prevailing market conditions.
d. To save valuable time of Principal by maximizing the quantity and quality of
necessary information required to obtain the property.
e. To co-ordinate in conjunction with Principle the closing on the acquisition of the
property.
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4. Compensation
Principal agrees to pay Welsh a fee of three percent (3%) of the purchase price of
the Properties.
5. Disclosure of ReDresentation
Principal agrees to appraise all interested owners, developers, landlords, brokers
and agents, of Welsh's appointment as exclusive agent. Welsh agrees to exercise
reasonable effort and due diligence to achieve the purpose of this Agreement.
Further inquiry and all proposed properties are to be referred to Welsh.
AGENT:
PRINCIPAL:
WELSH COMPANIES, LLC.
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
By:
By:
Its:
Its:
Date:
Date:
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS - CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: May 22, 2006
AGENDA SECTION:
NO: 5 - A - <i
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT:
CITY MANAGER
CITY MANAGERS
APPROV AL
ITEM:
NO:
BY:
DATE:
May 18,2006
By:/f~
DATE:
Background:
At the work session of May 18, 2006 City Council members discussed acquiring the services
of Consultant Bruce Miles to hold a joint goal session with District 13 School Board
members. This goal session would be a 2.5 hour effort to guide and assist the District and
the City through the planning and problem-solving necessary to build on current successes,
refine vision for collective work together, rough out priorities and assign work to key school
and city leaders.
The School District and the City would share the cost of$2,690.
Recommended Motion: Move to approve the Mayor and City Manager to enter into fu"1
agreement with Consultant Bruce Miles for the purpose of ajoint goal session with School
District # 13 School Board, with the fee of $2,690 shared jointly between both parties.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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Bio River Consnltin G ron , LLC
P.O. Box 5120. St. Cloud, MN . 56302-5120
(800) 500-7017. Fax: (320) 202-1010
E-Mail: Bruce@bigrivergroup.com
Columbia Heights Schools & City of Columbia Heights
April2006 · Proposal & Bid for Joint Planning Session
Purpose
The purpose of this proposal text is to describe a process designed to
guide and assist the District & the City through the planning and problem-
solving necessary to build on current successes, refine vision for collective
work together, rough out priorities & assign work out to key school & city
leaders.
Proposal Design & Plan
This proposal has been developed to provide a systematic method for
the District & City to consider and refine their relationship, discuss vision &
mission, .and develop possible priorities for continued shared efforts.
The planning system proposed has been used extensively with service,
educational and governmental organizations, as well as businesses
manufacturers, and medical practices.
Development & Delivery of Planning Session
Preplanning
. e-mail surveys to all School Board members & district
administrators
. e-mail surveys to all City Council members & city administrators
. Draft agenda developed & presented to representative( s) from the
City & the District for edits and/or approval prior to session.
Planning Session
The two & one-half hour planning session will be refmed, but is
expected to be convened with the following approximate format:
1) Briefly review organizational history (City & District)
2) Identify successes, issues & future
3) Identify a vision for an improved future
4) Identify possible priorities for future collaborations
5) Identify next steps & assign responsibilities
6) Evaluate the session
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Total list of work to be completed within the session:
1) Consensus re: past successes and history to date
2) Vision for an improved future
3) List of possible priorities for future collaborations
4) List of next steps wi assigned responsibilities
5) Evaluations of the session
Post-Session Work
· We prepare all fmal products from the session.
About the Proposer
Dr. Bruce H. Miles is the CEO & owner of the Big River Consulting
Group, LLC. From 1988 to 1994, he was the Director of Rum River North
& South Day Treatment Programs for the Children's Mental Health
Collaboratives within Isanti & Mille Lacs Counties. From 1994 to 1999,
Bruce was an Assistant Professor at St. Cloud State University & taught
coursework in the areas of leadership, planning, finance and administration.
He is a national-level presenter, trainer and facilitator in the content areas of
strategic planning, organizational conflict, & working with difficult
employees.
Bruce has worked as a consultant for the past twenty one years and
provides planning & training to more than 4,000 participants each year.
Bruce specializes in the areas of:
co... t . I .
o I.:nra eglc p aTh"1mg
· Data collection & analysis
· Leadership training
· Resistant employees
· Workplace climate issues
· Organizational effectiveness
· Data-based decision-making
· Personnel issues & decisions
· Difficult people
· Organizational conflict
Recent clients & organizations include:
· School districts, colleges and universities
· Regional city governments
· Educational Service Cooperatives
. Interagency family service and mental health collaboratives
· Businesses
· Medical practices and organizations
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Date 4/11/06
Client Columbia Heights: City &. Schools
Project Development &. Facilitation: Three Sessions
Tax ID #!US: 41-1913522 . MN: 3830234
Project Notes
Time @ Time @ Travel Expenses
My Site CH
($500 /h($600 /hr:<$15/hr) (Actual)
Task
Develop & e-mail survey 0.25
Assemble results 0.33
Develop session mat' Is 0.75
Travel to CH
Facilitate session 2.50
Return travel
Prepare session results 0.75
Column Totals 2.08 2.50
Column Costs $1,040 $1,500
Project Total $2,690
To particpants
Summary format
Agenda, mat' Is, evals
1.00 From St. Cloud
Date & ti me tba
1.00 To St. Cloud
2.00 0.00
$150 $0
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of May 22, 2006
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY
S; - AJ\ Fire MANAGER
NO: APPROV AL
ITEM: Rental Housing License BY: Gary Gorman BY:t4~ f'
Applications j/ Ii--- /
NO: DATE: May 16, 2006 DATE:
Approval of the attached list of rental housing license applications, in that they have met
the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Code.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the items listed for rental housing
license applications for May 22, 2006.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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Occupany I.D.
30012
12006
20133
30055
20211
20010
12030
20136
30042
20056
20120
20244
12062
10056
12037
20113
30112
10199
30074
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10134
20043
nl:;/1 R/')nn~
L1CENSE_Ltr to Approve Licenses 2006
Property Owner Name
M.V.A. Inc.
Charles Brockway
Chris Cornelius
Martha Demetriou
Donald Ferry
Vicente Gavilan
Jane Halek
Keith Hoof
Shahdi Hossein
Howard Lapides
Chienfeng Lee
Steve Leske
Terry Martin
Randolph Muth
W. Tarey Peterson
John & Allison Richter
Maumer Sekizovic
Carolyn Sery
Luis Sinchi
Stacy Stutelberg
Erika Thorn
Gregory Wilson
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Property Address
43183RD
3879 POLK
4975 Tyler
1400 47TH
4536 7TH
4636 WASHINGTON
4600 FILLMORE
4040 CLEVELAND
1026 40TH
1207 Circle Terrace
679 46TH
4526 Tyler
41455TH
5101 7TH
3963 POLK
3746 3RD
4357 Tyler
3828 Reservoir
4534 MADISON
21842ND
101937TH
1324 CIRCLE TERRACE
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: May 22, 2006
AGENDA SECTION:
NO:
, A-Io
ORIGINATING DEPT.:
License Department
CITY MANAGER
APPROVAL
DATE:;JA
BY:/$jtZ
ITEM: License Agenda
BY: Shelley HansonO~
DATE: May 18, 2006
NO:
BACKGROUND/ANAL YSIS
Attached is the business license agenda for the May 22, 2006 City Council meeting. This agenda
consists of applications for Contractor licenses for 2006, three Peddler Licenses, and a wine/beer license
for the new owner ofUdupi Cafe.. The Peddler's license for Ms. Taffis for Saturday, June 24th at Huset
Park, and the two licenses for Renaissance Fireworks are for the period of June 5-July 5,2006 at the two
locations cited.
At the top of the license agenda you will notice a phrase stating *Signed Waiver Form Accompanied
Application. This means that the data privacy form has been submitted as required. If not submitted,
certain information cannot be released to the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for May 22, 2006 as presented.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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TO CITY COUNCIL May 22, 2006
*Signed Waiver Form Accompanied Application
2006 BUSINESS LICENSE AGENDA
CONTRACTORS LICENSES
BLDG
Douglas Construction
T.P. Maintenance
Luke Moe Plumbing
* Commercial Erectors
*W.L. Hall Co.
PEDDLERS LICENSE
Renaissance Fireworks
For site at
Renaissance Fireworks
For site at
Karen Taff
WINE/BEER
4368 Thielen Ave, Edina
3622 Hallifax Ave N, Robbinsdale
252 Danora PI. St. Cloud
23035 162nd St NW, Elk River
530 15th Ave So. Hopkins
1607 Lowry Ave NE, Mpls
40th & Central Ave Mall
1607 Lowry Ave NE, Mpls
49th & Central Ave, Savers site
1193 Grand Ave, St. Paul
POLICE
Bombay Vegan Incdba Udupi Cafe 4920 Central Ave
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$60.00
$60.00
$60.00
$60.00
$60.00
$100.00
$100.00
$50.00
$2,900
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CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
COUNCIL lVIEETING OF: ,MWl '2-2" 2-001:::,
STATE OF MINNESOTA
COu"NTY OF ANOKA
CITY 9F COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
Motion to approve payment of bills out of the proper funds, as listed in the attached
check register covering Check Number Jj { OOfl
in the amount of$ q~, ,3010. 3q .
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through 1112q b
These checks have been examined and found to be legal charges against the CITY OF
COL1HvfBIA HEIGHTS, and are hereby, recommended for payment.
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AMOUNT
BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT
ACE HARDWARE 117097 21.19
ALSTRUP/JASON 117098 10.01
ANOKA COUNTY 117099 4,746.27
AROMA DISTRIBUTION DIVIS 11 7100 553.50
BELLBOY CORPORATION 117101 10,759.16
CHRISTOPHERSON/MELISSA 117102 6.00
DEEP ROCK WATER COMPANY 11 7103 19.70
EXTREME BEVERAGE 117104 960.00
FRIDLEY LITTLE LEAGUE 11 7105 400.00
G & K SERVICES 11 7106 52.45
GARCIA/JOSE & ERIKA 117107 10.25
GORDY'S FLOOR INSTALLATI 117108 2,195.55
GRIGGS-COOPER & CO 117109 4,641. 83
HANSEN/KEVIN 117110 124.58
HINRICHS/RICHARD 11 7111 5.37
JJ TAYLOR DIST OF MN 117112 46,885.35
JOHNSON BROS. LIQUOR CO. 11 7113 13,059.15
JOHNSON/ERICK M 117114 14.71
KIMMEL/JASON 117115 6.24
KUETHER DIST. CO. 11 7116 39,425.30
KUEVI & BETRI LLC 117117 95.88
MARGRON SKOGLUND WINE 1M 117118 330.00
MARK VII DIST. 117119 56,368.76
,p. MEDICS TRAINING INC 117120 450.00
W MINNEAPOLIS FINANCE DEPT 117121 49,743.20
MN DEPT OF ADMINISTRATIO 117122 456.83
MN MUNICIPAL BEVERAGE AS 11 7123 300.00
MOLAN/JOANN 11 7124 155.25
PETTY CASH - LIZ BRAY 117125 27.00
PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS 11 7126 3,362.60
ROBACK/GERALD 117127 1.46
SARGENT/JEFF 117128 32.93
SHAMROCK GROUP/ACE ICE 117129 203.36
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA 117130 100.00
VERIZON WIRELESS 117131 184.34
WORLD CLASS WINE 117132 309.00
XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 11 7133 64.74
ARCH WIRELESS/METROCALL 117134 27.23
BELLBOY CORPORATION 117135 19,033.23
CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATR 117136 4,736.00
CHISAGO LAKES DISTRIBUTI 117137 5,475.73
CITY WIDE WINDOW SERVICE 117138 40.47
COCA-COLA BOTTLING MIDWE 117139 4,064.35
CROWN TROPHY 117140 52.72
DEX MEDIA EAST LLC 11 7141 48.91
EDAM 117142 360.00
EMERGENCY AUTOMOTIVE TEC 117143 1,324.73
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FARNER-BOCKEN 11 7144 8,594.01
FSH COMMUNICATIONS, LLC 117145 58.58
G & K SERVICES 11 7146 74.51
GENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO 11 714 7 541.02
GORMAN/GARY 117148 21.01
GRIGGS-COOPER & CO 11 714 9 15,111.41
HAUSWIRTH/DAVID 11 7150 136.85
HOHENSTEINS INC 117151 1,531.65
JJ TAYLOR DIST OF MN 11 7152 29,830.95
JOHNSON BROS. LIQUOR CO. 11 7153 58,885.52
JOHNSTON/ERIK 11 7154 458.35
KENNEDY & GRAVEN 11 7155 180.00
KUEHN/JEAN 11 7156 31. 24
MARK VII DIST. 117157 5,894.35
METRO EMERGENCY MANAGER' 117158 18.00
MINNEAPOLIS FINANCE DEPT 117159 60,183.82
OFFICE DEPOT 11 7160 36.90
OLD COUNTRY BUFFET 117161 372.48
PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS 117162 10,586.22
PITNEY BOWES LOUISVILLE 117163 159.75
QUALITY WINE & SPIRITS 117164 4,929.63
QWEST COMMUNICATIONS 11 7165 1,085.81
RUTTGERS BAY LAKE LODGE 117166 575.12
*"" SENSIBLE LAND USE COALIT 11 7167 84.00
*"" SHAMROCK GROUP/ACE ICE 117168 139.70
SPECIALTY WINES & BEVERA 117169 5,900.25
THREE RIVERS UMPIRE ASSO 11 71 70 1,190.00
URBAN LAND INSTITUTE 11 71 71 100.00
WELLS CATERING 11 71 72 24.28
WITTGENSTEIN/VIC 11 71 73 225.00
XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 11 71 74 4,256.46
YOUNG/KATHY 11 71 75 43.71
10,000 LAKES CHAPTER 11 71 76 30.00
10,000 LAKES CHAPTER OF 11 71 77 60.00
ABLE HOSE & RUBBER INC 117178 13.94
ACE HARDWARE 11 71 79 294.69
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC 11 7180 62.37
AIR COMPRESSOR PLUS 117181 727.88
AIRGAS NORTH CENTRAL 11 7182 123.37
ALL SAFE FIRE & SECURITY 11 7183 1,117.01
ALLINA MEDICAL TRANSPORT 117184 1,785.00
AMERIPRIDE 117185 75.87
ANOKA COUNTY - GOV'T CEN 117186 6,459.47
ANOKA COUNTY ELECTIONS 117187 22.00
ANOKA COUNTY LIBRARY 11 7188 499.84
ANOKA CTY - CENTRAL COMM 117189 2,995.80
ASPEN MILLS, INC. 117190 493.91
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ATLAS AUTO BODY, INC
ATOMSPHERE PRODUCTS INC
BAKER & TAYLOR
BARNA GUZY & STEFFEN LTD
BATTERIES PLUS - 028
BFI OF MINNESOTA
BRAUN INTERTEC CORP
BRODART
BUILDING FASTENERS
CAMDEN PET HOSPITAL, INC
CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY
CARLSON TRACTOR
CATCO PARTS SERVICE
CCP INDUSTRIES
CENTER POINT ENERGY
CENTRAL LANDSCAPING
CENTRAL LOCK & SAFE
CINTAS FIRST AID-SAFETY
CLARK PRODUCTS INC
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS RENTAL
COLUMBIA HGTS-FRIDLEY KI
COLUMBIA PARK MEDICAL GR
COMMERCIAL STEAM TEAM
COORDINATED BUSINESS SYS
CROWN FENCE & WIRE
CSC CREDIT SERVICES
CYS UNIFORMS
DAHLGREN SHARD LOW & UBAN
DAKOTA COUNTY RECEIVING
DALCO ROOFING & SHEET ME
DAVES SPORT SHOP
DEEP ROCK WATER COMPANY
DEMCO, INC.
DISCOUNT STEEL INC
DU ALL SERVICE CONTRACTO
EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC
EMERGENCY AUTOMOTIVE TEC
FIDELITY SERVICES INC
FIRST STUDENT INC
FRATTALONE COMPANIES INC
FRIDLEY-COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
G & K SERVICES
GALE GROUP/THE
GENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO
GOODIN CO.
GREATER METROPOLITAN HSG
H & L MESABI
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117191
117192
117193
117194
117195
11 7196
117197
11 7198
11 7199
11 7200
117201
117202
117203
117204
117205
11 7206
117207
117208
117209
117210
11 7211
117212
11 7213
11 7214
117215
117216
11 7217
117218
117219
11 7220
117221
11 7222
11 7223
117224
11 7225
11 7226
11 7227
11 7228
11 7229
117230
11 7231
11 7232
11 7233
11 7234
117235
11 7236
117237
AMOUNT
1,263.68
71.50
1,142.03
14,023.25
180.96
87,867.29
1,145.90
15.90
14.51
1,506.00
657.26
309.40
30.60
201. 58
131. 94
1,229.13
42.00
116.29
106.71
42.39
658.17
415.00
790.23
157.35
72.64
25.00
78.38
9,560.46
63.00
250.00
902.57
60.55
124.94
15.01
742.10
8,750.00
420.96
4,884.61
172.05
175,655.72
658.18
1,272.00
838.05
23.86
11.11
6,518.97
1,858.47
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BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT
HARBOR FREIGHT TOOLS
HARMON AUTO GLASS
HOME DEPOT #2802
HOUCHEN BINDERY LTD
HYDRAULIC SPECIALTY COMP
I-STATE TRUCK CENTER
ICC - NATIONAL
INSTRUMENTAL RESEARCH IN
IPC PRINTING
JANWAY
LAKE RESTORATION INC
LAMERE CONCRETE & MASONR
LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITI
LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS
LUBE-TECH
LYLE SIGNS INC
MADY'S BOWLING CENTER
MARTIN-MCALLISTER
MATHSON/BEN
MEDTOX LABORATORIES INC
MENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-F
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WAS
MIDWAY FORD
MIDWEST ASPHALT CO.
MIDWEST LOCK & SAFE
MINNEAPOLIS OXYGEN CO.
MINNEAPOLIS SAW CO.
MINNESOTA COUNTY ATTORNE
MN HIGHWAY SAFETY & RESE
MN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
MURLOWSKI PROPERTIES INC
NEXT DAY GOURMET
NORTHERN WATER WORKS SUP
O'GARA/ANDREW
OFFICE DEPOT
ONYX ENVIRONMENTAL SERVI
PARKVIEW VILLA RESIDENT
POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL
PREMIUM WATERS INC
PROSOURCE TECHNOLOGIES I
RADIO SHACK
RAPID GRAPHICS & MAILING
RICOH BUSINESS SYSTEMS
SANITARY ENGINEERING LAB
SCHINDLER ELEVATOR CORP
SMITH MICRO TECHNOLOGIES
STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTA
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117238
117239
117240
117241
11 7242
11 7243
11 7244
117245
117246
117247
117248
11 7249
117250
117251
11 7252
11 7253
117254
117255
117256
117257
117258
117259
11 7260
117261
11 7262
117263
117264
11 7265
117266
11 7267
117268
117269
117270
11 7271
11 7272
11 7273
11 7274
117275
117276
117277
117278
117279
11 7280
117281
117282
117283
11 7284
AMOUNT
48.97
149.29
202.25
432.30
13 .12
88.55
100.00
160.00
80.92
528.45
439.53
3,800.00
20.00
5,296.00
99.47
4,641.56
414.00
350.00
150.00
72.60
485.12
66,210.13
729.85
512.22
288.86
11.50
2,827.67
56.98
314.00
62.50
67.50
76.45
700.16
200.76
234.88
1,294.00
130.00
24.00
23.16
2,647.43
18.09
4,566.00
45.67
900.00
251.79
194.89
449.56
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STEWART CABINETS INC
STREICHER'S GUN'S INC/DO
SUN PUBLICATION
TR COMPUTER SALES
TRUGREEN CHEMLAWN
TWIN CITY TRANSPORT & RE
UNIFORMS UNLIMITED INC
UNITED RENTALS
VERIZON WIRELESS
VOSS LIGHTING
WERNER ELECTRIC SUPPLY C
WW GRAINGER,INC
*'"
'-1
117285
11 7286
117287
117288
117289
117290
11 72 91
117292
117293
117294
11 7295
11 72 96
AMOUNT
4,000.00
1,599.90
115.78
1,868.99
39.00
83.07
143.59
65.87
67.52
24.92
50.72
492.09
931,306.39 ***
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AMOUNT
931,306.39
RECORDS PRINTED - 000963
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FUND RECAP:
FUND DESCRIPTION
101
201
203
212
213
225
226
240
261
410
411
415
418
420
481
601
602
603
604
609
701
I
"",:
\0 '
I
TOTAL
DISBURSEMENTS
GENERAL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND
PARKVIEW VILLA NORTH
STATE AID MAINTENANCE
PARKVIEW VILLA SOUTH
CABLE TELEVISION
SPECIAL PROJECT REVENUE
LIBRARY
TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY GRANT
SHEFFIELD REDEVLPMNT:NON-TIF
CAPITAL IMP-GEN GOVT. BLDG
CAPITAL IMPRVMT - PIR PROJ
COMMUNITY CTR CAPITAL BLDG
CAP IMPROVEMENT-DEVELOPMENT
ANOKA JLEC:POLICE COMPTR EQP
WATER UTILITY
SEWER UTILITY
REFUSE FUND
STORM SEWER UTILITY
LIQUOR
CENTRAL GARAGE
CONTRIBUTED PROJECTS-REC
CONTRIBUTED PROJECTS-GEN
INSURANCE
ALL FUNDS
59,577.32
3,858.37
341.29
757.26
682.56
10.24
6,518.97
7,035.91
539.50
5,989.01
7,436.10
185,707.58
915.80
16,499.47
1,957.75
112,032.06
66,712.72
89,508.26
33.48
347,746.78
9,707.71
902.57
130.00
6,705.68
931,306.39
BANK RECAP:
BANK NAME
DISBURSEMENTS
BANK CHECKING ACCOu~T
TOTAL ALL BANKS
931,306.39
931,306.39
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of May 22, 2006
Resolutions
AGENDA SECTION:
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT:
Fire
NO:
ITEM:
NO:
L,A
Adopt Resolution For
Revocation
2006-60
BY: Gary Gorman
DATE: May 16,2006
DATE:
Revocation of the license to operate a rental unit within the City of Columbia
Heights is requested against Bhawesh Prabhudial regarding rental property at 3906
Van Buren Street NE. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential
Maintenance Codes.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to close the public hearing and to waive the
reading of Resolution No.2006-60, there being ample copies available to the
public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-60,
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights approving
revocation pursuant to City Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5A.408(A) of
the rental license held by Bhawesh Prabhudial regarding rental property at 3906
Van Buren Street NE.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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RESOLUTION 2006-60
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights approving revocation
pursuant to City Code, Chapter SA, Article IV, Section SA.408(A) ofthat certain residential
rental license held by Bhawesh Prabhudail (Hereinafter "License Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 3906 Van Buren
Street NE, Columbia Heights, Minnesota,
Whereas, pursuant to City Code, Chapter SA, Article IV, Section SA.408(B), written notice
setting forth the causes and reasons for the proposed Council action contained herein was
given to the License Holder on April 24, 2006 of an public hearing to be held on May 22,
2006.
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 or prior to February IS, 2006, inspection office staff sent a letter requesting
the owner ofthe property to re-license the rental property. The letter was mailed by
regular mail to the owner at the address listed in the property records.
2. That on April 24, 2006, inspection office staff reviewed the property fiie and noted
that the property remained unlicensed. A Statement of Cause was mailed by certified
mail to the owner at the address listed in the property records.
3. That based upon said records of the Enforcement Office, the following conditions
and violations of the City's Residential Maintenance Code were found to exist, to-
wit:
a. Failure to re-license the rental license for the property, failure to submit the
application and the fees.
4. 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, Chapter SA, Article III SA.306 and SA.303(A).
ORDER OF COUNCIL
i. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by
license number F6734 is hereby revoked,
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. Ali tenants shall remove 60 days first
day of posting of this Order revoking the license as held by License Holder.
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Passed this
day of
Offered by:
Second by:
Roll Call:
Attest:
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk/Council Secretary
2006
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Mayor Gary L. Peterson
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of May 22, 2006
AGENDA SECTION: Resolutions ORIGINATING DEP AR TMENT: CITY
to'\) Fire MANAGER
NO: APPROV AL
ITEM: Adopt Resolution For BY: Gary Gorman BY:/~~
Revocation
NO: 2006-61 DATE: May 16, 2006 DATE:
r
Revocation of the license to operate a rental unit within the City of Columbia
Heights is requested against Federal National Mortgage Association regarding
rental property at 825 50-1/2 Avenue NE. for failure to meet the requirements of the
Residential Maintenance Codes.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to close the public hearing and to waive the
reading of Resolution No. 2006-61, there being ample copies available to the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-61, Resolution
of the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights approving revocation pursuant
to City Code, Chapter SA, Article IV, Section 5A.408(A) of the rental license held
by Federal National Mortgage Association regarding rental property at 825 50-112
Avenue NE.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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RESOLUTION 2006-61
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights approving revocation
pursuant to City Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5AA08(A) of that certain residential
rental license held by Wadi AyhamlFederal National Mortgage Association (Hereinafter
"License Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 825 50-1/2 Avenue
NE, Columbia Heights, Minnesota,
Whereas, pursuant to City Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5AA08(B), written notice
setting forth the causes and reasons for the proposed Council action contained herein was
given to the License Holder on May 4,2006 of an public hearing to be held on May 22,2006.
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 or prior to March15, 2006, inspection office staff sent a letter requesting the
owner of the property to re-license the rental property. The letter was mailed by
regular mail to the owner at the address listed in the property records.
2. That on May 4, 2006, inspection office staff reviewed the property file and noted that
the property remained unlicensed. A Statement of Cause was mailed by certified
mail to the owner at the address listed in the property records.
3. That based upon said records of the Enforcement Office, the following conditions
and violations of the City's Residential Maintenance Code were found to exist, to-
wit:
a. Failure to re-license the rental license for the property, failure to submit the
application and the fees, failure to schedule the RMC inspection.
4. 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, Chapter 5A, Article III 5A.306 and 5A.303(A).
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by
license number U825 is hereby revoked,
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;
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3. All tenants shall remove themselves from the premises within 60 days from the first
day of posting of this Order revoking the license as held by License Holder.
Passed this
day of
2006
Offered by:
Second by:
Roll Call:
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
Attest:
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk/Council Secretary
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of May 22, 2006
AGENDA SECTION: Public ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY
Hearings Fire MANAGER
NO: &>L APPROV AL
ITEM: Adopt Resolution For BY: Gary Gorman BY:/~~
Abatement
DATE: May 16, 2006 DATE:
NO: 2006-62
~
p
Declaration of a nuisance and abatement of violations within the City of Columbia
Heights is requested against Anastasia Mwaura regarding property at 4126 Madison
Street NE for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Code.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to close the public hearing and to waive the
reading of Resolution No. 2006-62, there being ample copies available to the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-62, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property at 4126
Madison Street NE a nuisance and approving the abatement of violations from the
property pursuant to City Code section 8.206.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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RESOLUTION 2006-62
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property a nuisance
and approving abatement of ordinance violations pursuant to Chapter 8, Article II, of City Code, of
the property owned by Anastasia Mwaura (Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 4126 Madison Street
NE. Columbia Heights, Minnesota,
And whereas, pursuant to Columbia Heights Code, Chapter 8, Article II, Section 8.206, written
notice setting forth the causes and reasons for the proposed council action contained herein was sent
via certified and regular mail to the owner of record on April 26, 2006.
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 February 28, 2006, an inspection was conducted on the property listed above.
Inspectors found four violations. A compliance order was sent via regular mail to the owner
at the address.
2. That on March 22, 2006, an exten$ion was requested and granted. A thirty day extension
was gIven.
3. That on April 26, 2006, inspectors reinspected the property and found that one violation
remained uncorrected.
4. That based upon said records of the Fire Department, the following conditions and violations
of City Ordinance( s) were found to exist, to-wit:
A. Shall remove all/any outside storage from the property. Shall store in shed or garage.
Items include, BUT NOT LIMITED TO; BRUSH PILE, EXERCISE, CHAIR, ROOF
VENTS, V1Ll\JDOW WELLS, MISe GARBAGE, TIRES fN REAR.
5. That all parties, including the owner of record and any occupants or tenants, have been given
the appropriate notice of this hearing according to the provisions of the City Code Section
8.206(A) and 8.206(B).
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the property located at 4126 Madison Street NE. is in violation of the provisions of the
Columbia Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement attached hereto;
2. That all relevant parties and parties in interest have been duly served notice of this hearing,
and any other hearings relevant to the abatement of violations on the property listed above.
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3. That all applicable rights and periods of appeal as relating to the owner of record, occupant,
or tenant, as the case may be, have expired, or such rights have been exercised and
completed.
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The property located at 4126 Madison NE. constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Code.
2. That a copy of this resolution/order shall be served upon all relevant parties and parties in
interest.
3. That any motion for summary enforcement shall be served upon all relevant parties and
parties in interest.
4. That all service provided for herein shall be in accordance with Minnesota Statute 483.17,
subd.2
day of
2006
Passed this
Offered by:
Second by:
Roll Call:
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
Attest:
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk/Council Secretary
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of May 22, 2006
AGENDA SECTION: Public ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY
Hearings Fire MANAGER
NO: loP APPROV AL
ITEM: Adopt Resolution For BY: Gary Gorman BY~~ A
Abatement
DATE: May 16, 2006 DATE:
NO: 2006-63
Declaration of a nuisance and abatement of violations within the City of Columbia
Heights is requested against Patricia Porter regarding property at 4618 Fillmore
Street NE for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Code.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to close the public hearing and to waive the
reading of Resolution No. 2006-63, there being ample copies available to the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-63, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property at 4618
Fillmore Street NE a nuisance and approving the abatement of violations from the
property pursuant to City Code section 8.206.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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RESOLUTION 2006-63
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property a nuisance
and approving abatement of ordinance violations pursuant to Chapter 8, Article II, of City Code, of
the property owned by Patricia Porter (Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 4618 Fillmore Street
NE. Columbia Heights, Minnesota,
And whereas, pursuant to Columbia Heights Code, Chapter 8, Article II, Section 8.206, written
notice setting forth the causes and reasons for the proposed council action contained herein was sent
via certified and regular mail to the owner of record on April 27, 2006.
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 April 1 0, 2006, an inspection was conducted on the property listed above. Inspectors
found one violation. A compliance order was sent via regular mail to the owner at the
address.
2. That on April 27, 2006, inspectors reinspected the property and found that one violation
remained uncorrected. A compliance order was sent via certified mail to the owner at the
address.
3. That on May 16, 2006, inspectors reinspected the property and found that one violation
remained uncorrected. A compliance order was sent via certified mail to the owner at the
address.
4. That based upon said records of the Fire Department, the following conditions and violations
of City Ordinance(s) were found to exist, to-wit:
A. Shall remove ail/any outside storage from the property.
5. That all parties, including the owner of record and any occupants or tenants, have been given
the appropriate notice of this hearing according to the provisions of the City Code Section
8.206(A) and 8.206(B).
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the property located at 4618 Fillmore Street NE. is in violation of the provisions of the
Columbia Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement attached hereto;
2. That all relevant parties and parties in interest have been duly served notice of this hearing,
and any other hearings relevant to the abatement of violations on the property listed above.
3. That all applicable rights and periods of appeal as relating to the owner of record, occupant,
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or tenant, as the case may be, have expired, or such rights have been exercised and
completed.
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The property located at 4618 Fillmore Street NE. constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City
Code.
2. That a copy of this resolution/order shall be served upon all relevant parties and parties in
interest.
3. That any motion for summary enforcement shall be served upon all relevant parties and
parties in interest.
4. That all service provided for herein shall be in accordance with Minnesota Statute 483.17,
subd. 2
day of
2006
Passed this
Offered by:
Second by:
Roll Call:
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
Attest:
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk/Council Secretary
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 5/22/06
AGENDA SECTION: BID CONSIDERATION ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
NO: 1'13\ PUBLIC WORKS BY: //BIJd k!
ITEM: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND BY: K. Hansen~
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ZONE 7B & ] A STREET DATE: 5/18/06 DATE:
REHABILITATION PROJECT
Background:
On March 27, 2006 the City Council ordered the street and utility improvements in Zone 7B and] A. Plans and specifications were
prepared and advertised for bids in the Focus on April 6, 2006 and in the Construction Bulletin on April 7, April ]4 and April 21,
2006. Twenty-four contractors or suppliers requested copies of the bidding documents. Three bids were received and publicly
read aloud at the May] 1,2006 bid opening. A detailed copy of the complete bid tabulation is available from the City Engineer.
Analysis/Co n cI usio ns:
Midwest Asphalt Corporation submitted the low base bid, in the amount of $1,839,831.96. As indicated on the minutes of the bid
opening, $262,000 separated the next bidder from the low bidder on the base bid. Alternate bids were received for: 1) Residential
construction on private property for concrete and bituminous construction; 2) New storm sewer on Tyler Place and in 44th Avenue
consistent with the Storm Water Study Report prepared by the engineering consultant Bonestroo accepted by the City Council
February, 2004. The overall project was over the Engineer's Estimate presented at the Improvement hearing by approximately
13.3%. This can be directly attributed to the recent and significant increases in petroleum. The prices for bituminous alone
increased by $107,000, with increases in other areas relating to fuel and trucking.
Staff is recommending accepting Alternate 1 that provides unit pricing for private residential driveway or sidewalk construction as
has been done in previous street zone projects. Due to the significant cost and limited benefit of this alternative (does not correct
the previously existing flooding problem), staff is not recommending proceeding with alternative 2. The proposed improvements of
long radius bends provides a calculated flood reduction of only 0.4 feet, where a reduction of over].5 is necessary to provide 100
year flood protection levels.
Based upon the low bid from Midwest Asphalt, staff is recommending contract award of the base bid with Alternates) with
the following funding sources:
Base Bid Alt. 1
Street Construction Funds
Infrastructure
Capital Improvement Projects
(Assessments)
$458,500
$898,800
7,778
Utility Construction Funds
Water Construction
Storm Sewer Construction
Sanitary Sewer Construction
City State Aid Maintenance
$249,500
$105,200
$5] ,300
$76,500
COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 5/22/06
AGENDA SECTION: BID CONSIDERATION ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
NO: PUBLIC WORKS
ITEM: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND BY: K. Hansen BY:
A W AROING CONTRACT FOR ZONE 7B & 1A STREET DATE: 5/18/06 DATE:
REHABILITATION PROJECT
Recommended Motion: Move to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2006-58, there being ample copies available to the public.
Recommended Motion: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2006-58 accepting bids and awarding the 2006 Street
Rehabilitation Projects in Zone 7B and lA, including Alternate 1 for residential driveway construction, Project No. 0502 to
Midwest Asphalt Corporation of Hopkins, Minnesota in the amount of $1,839,831.96, adding Alternate 1 unit price based
driveway work, based upon their low, qualified responsible bid; and, furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to
enter into an agreement for the same.
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Attachments:
Bid Opening Minutes
Resolution
COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
Minutes of Bid Opening on Thursday, May 11, 2006
2006 Street Rehabilitation, Zone 7B and lA
City Project 0502
Pursuant to an advertisement for bids for 2006 Street Rehabilitation, Zone 7B and lA, City
Project 0502, an administrative meeting was held on May 11, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. for the purpose
of bid opening. Bids were opened and read aloud.
Attending the meeting were:
Jim Thompson, Hardrives Inc
John Toedt, Midwest Asphalt
Brad Forester, American Ductile Iron Pipe
Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director
Joanne Baker, Public Works Secretary
Bids were opened and read aloud as follows:
Bidder
Base Bid
Alt. 1
Alt. 2
Midwest Asphalt
Three Rivers Construction
Hardrives Inc.
$1,839,831.96
$2,102,424.00
$2,153,443.35
$7,778.00
$6,000.00
$4,048.50
$190,002.25
$264,230.00*
$200,407.30
* Denotes corrected bid tab
Respectfully submitted,
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Joanne Baker
Public Works Secretary
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RESOLUTION NO. 2006-58
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE
ZONE 7B and 1A STREET REHABILITATION IMPROVEMENTS,
CITY PROJECT No. 0502
TO MIDWEST ASPHALT CORPORATION
WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for City Project No. 0502, Street
Rehabilitation Improvements, three bids were received, opened and tabulated according to law.
The following bids were received complying with the advertisement:
Bidder
Base Bid
Alt. 1
Alt. 2
Midwest Asphalt
Three Rivers Construction
Hardrives Inc.
$1,839,831.96
$2,102,424.00
$2,153,443.35
$7,778.00
$6,000.00
$4,048.50
$190,002.25
$264,230.00
$200,407.30
WHEREAS, it appears that Midwest Asphalt Corporation, 5929 Baker Rd, Suite 420,
Minnetonka, MN 55345 is the lowest responsible bidder.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA:
1. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract with
Midwest Asphalt Corporation, in the name of the City of Columbia Heights, for the
2006 Zone 7B and 1A Street Rehabilitation Improvements, City Project No. 0502,
according to plans and specifications therefore approved by the Council.
2. The City Engineer is hereby authorized and directed to return, forthwith, to all bidders,
the deposits made with their bids except the deposit of the successful bidder and the next
100vest bidder shall be retained until the contract has been signed.
3. City Project 0502 shall be funded with State Aid Maintenance Funds, General Funds
(Infrastructure and Assessments), Sanitary Sewer Construction, Water Construction, and
Storm Water Utility Construction Funds.
Dated this 22nd day of May 2006.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
By:
Gary Peterson, Mayor
Patricia Muscovitz, Deputy City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 5/22/06
AGENDA SECTION: ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
OTHER BUSINESS .
ITEM: ORDERING THE IMPROVEMENTS TO
PRESTEMON PARK ATHLETIC FIELD LIGHTING
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
PUBLIC WO~
BY: K. Hansen~indschitl
DATE: 5/18/06
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. At the February 131\ 2006 regular City Council meeting the Council
accepted the report and authorized a Public Hearing before the Park and Recreation on March 291\ 2006.
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.
The feasibility report evaluated 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. An illumination summary was 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.
Project funding would be provided through the 100% Contributed Projects - Recreation Fund 881. Adequate
funds for the estimated costs are available.
ATHLETIC FIELD LIGHTING AT PRESTEMON PARK
COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 5/22/06
AGENDA SECTION: ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC WORKS
ITEM: ORDERlNG THE IMPROVEMENTS TO BY: K. Hansen / K. Windschitl BY:
PRESTEMON PARKA THLETIC FIELD LIGHTING DATE: 5/18/06 DATE:
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Analysis/Conclusions:
The following summarizes the presentation and discussion at the March 29th Park and Recreation Public
Hearing. There were approximately 25 people that attended the Public Hearing. Staff presented the need for
additional ball field space for current and new programs for both youth and adults. The Recreation Director
indicated the importance of having the ability to grow our programs to meet the current and future needs of
our growing community. The Recreation Department must provide recreational opportunities that will
attract and retain residents. It was noted that Prestemon ball field is one of the best fields in the City, but has
limited use due to darkness especially in the spring and fall of the year. The improvements made at
Prestemon ball field have made it very safe for participants.
A representative from Musco Lighting gave a brief presentation regarding ball field lighting. There have
been new advancements made to improve lighting equipment. New ball field lighting technology
concentrates directly on the field area rather than spilling into the neighborhoods. A video was shown to
demonstrate these examples of modem progress made in the lighting industry.
Residents of Columbia Heights expressed both support and concern for the project. By lighting Prestemon
field residents indicated it would make the park a safer place due to both additional light and more activity in
the evening. It was stated that Prestemon ball field is underutilized and in order to create additional
programming lights would be needed at this field. Lights at Prestemon would be a good enhancement for the
community, keep children busy and give the Recreation Department the ability to keep building the athletic
program. This additional ball field with lights would create the opportunity for Columbia Heights to hold
more home games for our youth athletic programs, which are cUlTentiy being held in other cities. Residents
indicated the benefits outweigh the concerns and that we need to do something for the kids in our
community.
Neighborhood residents brought up several concerns regarding the project. Homeowners across the street
from Prestemon Park indicated that No Parking zones are not being adhered to during league nights. It was
brought up that participants are urinating on the trees in the park. There were concerns of alcohol
consumption and behavior of players staying late into the evening. Garbage and litter were stated as ongoing
problems.
ATHLETIC FIELD LIGHTING AT PRESTEMON PARK
COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 5/22/06
AGENDA SECTION: ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC WORKS
ITEM: ORDERING THE IMPROVEMENTS TO BY: K. Hansen / K. Windschitl BY:
PRESTEMON PARKA THLETIC FIELD LIGHTING DATE: 5/18/06 DATE:
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The Recreation Director looked into these concerns brought up during the Public Hearing. The Police
Department compiled the last three years of police calls to the Prestemon Park area. There were a total of
nine calls; two of the nine resulted in arrests and three of the calls were unfounded as reported. None of
these calls were related to any softball league play or tournaments. A solution for public urination in the
park is to move the portable restrooms closer to the ball field and more convenient to players. The
Recreation Director indicated that we could refrain from giving out beer permits for the remainder of the year
on a trial basis in hope that this rectifies behavior issues. In regards to garbage and litter the Parks
Department will be cleaning and emptying garbage on a more frequent basis. The Recreation Director
informed residents that he wants to work with the neighborhood and if there are issues concerning recreation
programs, he would like to be made aware of them. If the issues need to be addressed by the police
department they are encouraged to call 911 and an officer will respond.
At the Park & Recreation Meeting on April 26, 2006, the Commission unanimously passed a motion to
recommend to the City Council that lights be installed at Prestemon Park with the understanding that there is
no alcohol for one year, that the portable restroom will be moved closer to the field, that youth programs will
be scheduled at the park and that funding will come out of the Recreation Fund 881.
City staff also recommends ordering the improvement for the addition of athletic field lighting at Prestemon
Park.
Recommended Motion: Move to order the improvements for the addition of athletic field lighting at
Prestemon Park, with funding coming out of the Recreation Fund 881.
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COUNCIL ACTION:
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