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Official Proceedings
Regular Meeting of the City Council
June 9, 1975
Meeting was called to order at 8:03 p.m. Roll Call:
Heintz, Norberg, Land, Nawrocki - present Logacz-absent
Councilman Logacz arrived shortly after the meeting began.
Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Land to name Margo Emerson Secretary
for the meeting. Roll Call: All Ayes
Invocation was given by City Manager, Malcolm 0. Watson:
MINUTES
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg that the minutes of the
May 27 regular council meeting be approved as presented
in writing and the reading be dispensed with.
Roll Call: All Ayes
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg. that the bills as listed
be paid out .of their proper funds. Roll Call: All Ayes
Gilliam J. Balamut ~ - $.'207.00 Sierra Club $ 5.00
Minn. City Management Assoc, - $7.00 Teaching Resources Films 82.31
James.. Lord, Minn. Treas. 3,684.07 Time Life Books 26:46
Minn. Hosp. Serv. Assoc. 2,600.92 Walt Disney Educ.Media 38.00
Group Health 386.56 The H.W. Wilson Co. 60.00
CNA Insurance 73,08 A ~ B Sporting Goods 335.20
Johnson Bros. Whsle. Liq. 414.50 Linda Hansen 114.00
Johnson Ldine Company 295.61 Litho Specialties, Inc. 748.40
Ed Phillips ~ Sons 2,616.73 David MacGregor 45.00
Old Peoria Co. 927.57 Sun Newspapers 13.00
Prior Wine Company 133.93 American Forestry Assoc. 7.50
Griggs, Copper ~ Company 406.60 American Institute of 40.00
A ~ R Book Company 27.72 Planners
Amsterdam Printing ~ Litho 24.42 .Automotive Drive Line 15.67
Anoka County Library - 84.00 Thomas Rittman 124.50
Better Homes ~ Gardens 19.40 Brown Photo 16.50
The Bookmen Inc. 398.42 Mildred V. .Carlson 23.4T
Gale Research Co. 35.92 Central Landscaping 15.00
General. Learning Corp. 8.60 Chets Shoe Store 31.95
Josten's Library Supplies 1.90.50 Cty. of Columbia Hyts. 50.OU
Josten's Library Books 628.18 Cty. of Col. Hgts-Petty 37.41
Lerner PUblications~Co. 24.65 cash-Park
McGrew Hill Book Co. 372.03 City Wide Locksmithing 25.66
Mpls. Star and Tribune 36.40 Coast to Coast 292.'18
Nelson's Office Supply 15.11 James Cook 105.29
Outdoor Life Book Club 10.64 Commers Soft Water 369.56
Prentice Hall Inc. 48.13 Commissioner of Highways 53.66
St. Paul Book ~ Stationery 50.61 Commissioner of Revenue 21.77
Shoppers Charge 32.84 Continental Safety Equip. 96.52
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Cronstroms Htg. and Air-Cond. $ 33.00 Rudy Ocel $ 390.00
Delegard Toot Co. 19.05 Olson !.s Plumbing 1 ,553.01
Lowell DeMars 5.50 Dean S. Otterson 123.35
Robert E. Diedrich 555.00 Ovshak Printing 144:00
The Drawning Board 40.74 Peterson and Kalina 3 _
,729.09
Dunkley Surfacing 19.70 Curtis Ramsdell 12.00
Dworsky Barrell Co. 35.00 Rodgers Divis of Victor Fluid
Eagle Tool Inc. 30.00 30:47
Fadden Pump Co. 81.51 Ruffridge-Johnson Equip. 35.20
Fidelity Bank ~ Trust Co. 15,035.90 Eugene Salay•~ 322'•40
Fireside Office Supply 489.41 Scherer -Bros. Lumber Co. 41..08
Firestones Stores 285.74 Solon Office Equip. 335.10
First Nat'l Bank of St. Paul 15,588.52 Mister Steak 45.40
Flexible Pipe Tool Co. 551.38 State Treas, State Bldg: Insp.
Flittie Redi-Mix, Inc.
52.88 _
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Martin Gavic 158.40 Sun Newspapers 525:66
General Industrial Supply 1.80.97 Sweepster, Inc. 150.70
Goodin Company 135.12 Tasco Automotive 724.g.b
Everett Gray 52.00 Payroll .Account 62 ,429.28
Heights Shell Service. 14..50 Tracy Printing 39.40
Henn. County Pub. Wrks. 3,077.77 Twin City Filter Serv. 9.60
Mark J. Hickey 9.99 Viking Fence and Cons. 214.57
Hoover Wheel Alignment 23.00 Walter's Dispo$a1 Serv. 120.00
I.B. M_. 1,965.23 - Warden's GTG Auto Parts, 55:33
Aunt Jenny's 16.50 Water and Sewage~Works 20.00
Johnson Paper~and.Supply Co~. 126.23 Malcolm•0. Watson 121.10
K Line Sales 44.71 Waterous Company 2 ,048.00
Kock Refining Co. 1,328.99 Wayne's Protection 252.00
LaBelle's 24.80 A Weisman Co. 35.76
Lampert Bldg. Center 96.60 Williams Steel ~ Hardwar e 328.57
Lange Tank ~ Mainteance - 26.75 Xerox Corp. 33.25
Lawco Company 40.74 Henry Zeug 110:40
Walter Leslie- 40.00 Bronner Exterminating 12:00
Liquor Control Director 100.00 Coca Cola Bottling 166:95
Lowry Central Bowlers Supply 12.60 Commissioner of Revenue 4,319.20
Maintenance Experts 718.00 Delivery Management 319.50
Mel's Van O Lite 162.41 Distillers Distributing 5.,173.36
Metro,Office Equip. 180.00 Doherty Dist. Co., lnc. 1,986.51
Metro Waste Control Comm. 965.25 Eberhard Candy & Tobacco 344.65
Midway Tractor and Equip. 43.53 Ganzer Distributors 3,945.00
Midwest Asphalt Corp. 3,185.50 Glenwood Inglewood 31.35
Milsco Engineering 4.34 C.V. Hewitt 21.20
Mpls. Allied Aluminum Mfg. 2.40 Internal Revenue Service 162.00
Minn. Safety Council 25.00 Home Juiee Co. 128.16
Minn. State Tr.eas., James Lord 30.60 Jimbos, Inc: 149.07
Motorola Inc. 549.90 Kuether Distributing Co. 5,725.12
National Safety Council 16.10 McKesson Liquor Co. 2,624.88
Newark Brush Co. 787.48 Mel's Van 0 Lite 77.69
No. American Life and Ca s:. Co. 210.60 Merrill Chapman Co. 57.90
No. Lexington Landscaping 495.00 Midland Products Co. 34.35
N.W. Bell Telephone Co. 98.33 Midwest Wine Co:~ 435.50
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Betty Myers $ 100.05
City of Col. Hgts. Petty Cash-Liquor
Joe Rak 19.44
John Roach 19.44
Ron's Lce Co. 267.60
Scotsman Refriger. 74.91
Signcrafters Outdoor 42.50
Seven-Up Bottling 353.65
South Side Di'strib., 66.00
Sunderland Inc. 422.30
Alexander Construe. 1,273.84
$ 84.51
TOTAL BILLS $ 166,937.43
FLAG DAY PROCLAMATION
Mayor Nawrocki read the following proclamation and explained that
New Brighton and St. Anthony are also involved with the preparation
of this proclamation for point presentation.
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WHEREAS, our nation is embarked on the celebration of the 200th anniversary
of its revolution to become a free and democratic society, and
WHEREAS, the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration has been
established by the President of the United States as the coordinator of
this great anniversary, and
WHEREAS, June 14 has been designated as America's Flag Day in commemoration
of the adoption by the Congress in 1777 of the nation's emblem.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Cities of Columbia Heights,
New Brighton, and St. Anthony dedicate this event to the commemoration
of the American Revolution Bicentennial and confirm official participation
in a flag-raising ceremony on June 14, 1975, which will be repeated in
thousands of communities throughout the United States.
BE IT FURTHf R RESOLVED that the Mayors of Columbia Heights, New Brighton,
and St. Anthony call on all of its citizens to share in this demonstration
of patriotism and to pledge their individual support to the celebration
of the nation's Bicentennial.
TOWING BIDS
Bids were opened at this time for the towing contract for the one year
period beginning July 1. These bids were received from two companies
as follows:
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Sroga's Standard Shorty's Towing
3201 Stinson Blvd. 5755 University Ave.
Minneapolis Fridley
Bid Bond $5.0.00 none
Inside Storage 3.00/day $3.50/day
Outside Storage 2.50/day 2.50/day
Day Calls 10.00 10.00
Night Calls 15.00 12.00
"Snowbirds" 10.00 10.00
Snowmobiles 12.50 8.00
Trailers 12.50 6.00(depend on
Motorcycles 12.50 8.00 size)
Police Cars no charge for local no charge
police cars
Acci-dents 15.00 15.00/hour
Mr. Watson asked that the award of bid be delayed until the next council
meeting in order to give some time to examine the vehicles, and
storage facilities of S(~oga's Standard, who was bidding for the first
time in Columbia Heights; and also to compare the bids.
Motion by Land, Seconded by Heintz that .the bids for towing be turned
over~to the City Manager for review and tabulation with a report back
___at the next regular council meeting. Roll Call: All Ayes
FIRST READING ORDINANCE ON CHARTER AMENDMENTS
Mayor Nawrocki briefly explained the changes in the charter which this
ordinance is making. He explained that these.chan.ges are "non-controversial"
type changes in that they are simply correcting certain inadequacies
in the City Charter. One change is to correct the date of the municipal
elections to be in the,fall of the year instead of during June;
and also change the time of taking office to January , instead of July.
Another change is to eliminate the physical public reading of
ordinances upon unanimous vote of. the City Council; provided that
the text is made a part of the official ..minutes upon passage.
One other change is.that the filing for office is closed twenty-one
days before the primary election; instead of the ten .days as presently
is in effect. FIRST READING HELD ON ORQINANCE #8~6, Amending the Charter
of the City of Columbia Heights. Second reading is scheduled for
the regular council meeting on June 23.
FEE ORDINANCE
Mr. Watson explained that this proposed ordinance had been drawn up
in order to have a single ordinance covering all fees charged for permits.
He stated that the City Attorney would have to review the contents
and write it in the proper legal form, but that the Council should look
over the contents and comment at a later date. Mayor Nawrocki questioned
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whether this ordinance could not be made a part of the recodification
process and be delayed until that is passed.
RESOLUTION #75-36 AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT
APPLICATIONS FOR FUND REIMBURSEMEN°fS ON POLICE OFFICER TRAINING
Offered by Land, Seconded by Norberg Roll Call: All Ayes
Resolution #75-36 was adopted.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, that
WHEREAS, pursuant to Laws 1973, Chapter 720, Section 13, Subd. 5
and in accordance with all applicable state rules and regulations,
IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED THAT THE CITY MANAGE R, Malcolm 0. Watson, Be and
He is hereby designated to act as the authorized agent on behalf of
the City of Columbia Heights to make the application for funds to defray
the costs incurred by the City of Columbia Heights during basic training
of the following police officers: Mr. Gerald W. Seliski
Mr. Rollin Goldsberry
Mr. Jeffrey' V. Janacek
Mr. John H. Schlemmer
Mr. Larry J. Klink
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the total estimated cost as projected
on the application forms requesting such reimbursement is $8,728.75, with
a reimbursement application to be made for one-half of that amount.
BE lT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager be and he is hereby
authorized and directed to submit these applications immediately for
reimbursement prior to the June 30 deadline for the state fiscal
year
RESOLUTION #75-37 BEING A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE JUST COMPENSATION
FOR REAL PROPERTY IN THE LaBELLE PARK DEVELOPMENT
Offered by Heintz, Seconded by Norberg Roll Call: All Ayes
Resolution #75-37 was adopted.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY Of COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS, that
WHEREAS, The City Council of the City of Columbia Heights has
determined that a pub lic purpose exists in obtaining certain real
property for park purposes, and
WHEREAS, the City Council has by resolution #73-38 attached and made
reference to herein, authorized the acquisition of certain properties,
and
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WHEREAS, under provisions of the Uniform Relocation,Assistanee and the
Real Property Acquisition Act of 1970, certain appraisals of said
property were obtained and reviewed by a competent staff appraiser,
and
W HEREAS, the City Manager, acting under direction of the City Council,
has established just compensation for the following real property
known and described as:
1271 Circle Terrace Boulevard Lot 1, Block 1,
Outlot 3 (Circle Terrace 2nd Addition) owned by
Mrs. Hilma M. Hanson ($15,500.00)
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, THAT,
The Mayor and City Manager be and they are hereby authorized to enter
into a contract for the purchase of said real property with the
acquisit-ion price for.said property to be $15,500.00 to Mrs. Hilma
Hanson for 'Lot 1, Block 1, Outlot 3, Circle Terrace 2nd Addition.,
on which house number 1271 Circle Terrace is located.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT said acquisition amounts be paid upon the
Mayor and City Manager being advised by the City Attorney that the
Seller can deliver marketable title to said property.
RESOLUTION REGARDING POLLCING OF PARKS
Mayor Nawroeki briefly explained the purpose of this proposed resolution.
He stated that it relates to setting up a special. fund for policing that
is done by the Police Reserve-Civil Defense. in the parks, whereby certain
agreed payments from the Park Board to the Civil Defense for policing of
park areas, etc. would be paid. From this fund would come certain special
expenditures by the Civil Defense for uniforms, etc.
Councilman Heintz, Council representative on the Park Board, stated that
this resolution should be delayed until further discussions are held with
City Treasurer, John Schedler, regarding the instituting of this
fund. He indicated that Mr. Schedler had, ideas on how this should be set
up. Mayor Nawrocki urged that this meeting with Mr. Schedler, and
others involved, be held and the decision made on the implementation
of such a special Civil Defence .fund.
SMOKING ORDINANCE
City Attorney, Ronald Kalina, reported on the contents of a recent law
passed by the State legislature regarding smoking. He stated that this law
refers to all places used by the general public, and is therefore applicable
to public meetings as well, which is where the proposed City ordinance
regarding smoking was to be applicable. Mr. Kalina stated that this ordinance
law states that smoking shall only be allowed in designated smoking areas,
and it is the responsibility of the individual(s) in charge of any public
places to designate such smoking areas. Thus, the burden of enforcing the
regulation on where smoking is allowed is placed on the people in charge of
public places, rather than the person conducting the meetings held in such
places. He also pointed out that there is a duty to have signs
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posted indicating where such smoking areas are located. Mayor Nawrocki
spoke briefly on the State law, and its impact on the proposed city
ordinance. He stated that the law goes even further in its scope than
the proposed ordinance dial, and that therefore the ordinance would not
be needed. He stated that no second reading would be held on the
ordinance.
Councilman Norberg requested that this ordinance be considered again in a
few months, after the state law has been in effect fora while, to see
ow the law a ects the smoking in public meetings.
Discussion was held on whether there is a need fora resolution to be passed
designating smoking areas. It was pointed out by Mayor Nawrocki that a
resolution already has been passed stating that No Smoking is to be allowed
in the Council Chambers, and that a new resolution seemed unnecessary.
Mayor Nawrocki asked that the City Manager prepare a report regarding
smoking in the City offices, and other City property to determine whether
there is a need to designate smoking and non-smoking areas in these locations.
SUBDIVISION REQUEST-Ford Leasing Company
Request was received from-Ford Leasing Company to split off a parcel of
land on 50th and Central Avenue, east of the property`, where the Dunkin
Donut shop is located. The property would be 215 ft., long to the north
and 145.30' long adjacent to the Dunkin Donut property. The,request was
to split off this piece of land from the balance of the Ford property to
the .nor.th. Di>scussion was held on•prablems which may. become involved if
no access is provided fdr ~i>nto the balance of -the Ford property, through
the parcel to be divided off. City Manager, Malcolm Watson, indicated
his desire that the westerly fifty feet of this parcel be retained for
access to the other property to the north. The gentleman present
representing Ford Leasing Company stated that they did not want to
give the City the fifty foot strip of land, and explained their own need
for it. The property is to become a dental clinic, and this strip is
needed for parking purposes. He further stated that Ford Company is not
concerned in having an access way into the land to the north.
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Land to approve the subdivision request of
Ford Leasing Company based on the recommendation of the Planning and
Zoning Commission. Roll Call: All Ayes
SUBDIVISION REQUEST-Ann Marie Willette
Subdivision request to subdivide off 1.21 feet to the back of Mrs.
Willette's property at 967-44th Avenue, creating a new parcel on 442
Avenue, 121 ft. long and 70 ft. wide. The remaining portion on 44th
Avenue, where the house is located, would be 145 ft. long and 70 ft. wide.
Motion by Land, Seconded by Heintz to grant the subdivision as requested
with the special assessments against the property to be paid.
Roll Call: All Ayes
The Legal description of the two parcels are as follows:
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West 145 ft. of Lot 34, Block 1, Reservoir Hills (Ex. S 155 ft.)
(Ex. E. 75;ft.) Subj, to. road a.nd utility easement over N..30', and.
The South 155 ft. of the West 145 ft. of Lot 34 (Ex. E. 75') (Subj. to.
road and utility easement over S. 10')
SPECIAL FENCE PERMIT - Michael O'Connor, 4012-7th Street
Brief explanation and discussion of request to construct a six foot reed
fence on the south line of the-above property. Motion by Heintz, Seconded
by Norberg to authorize the special fence permit for Michael O'Connor
at 4012-7th Street, based on the recommendation of the Planning and
Zoning Commission. Roll Call: All Ayes
It was noted that Mr. O'Connor must satisfy the requirements set forth
by the Building Inspector before permit is issued, as was required
by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
SPECIAL FENCE PERMIT - Steve Peterson, 4455 Quincy Street
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Land to approve the application for a
special fence permit to Steve Peterson, 4455 Quincy Street, to construct
a six foot high alternating board fence based on the recommendation
of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Roll Call: Alt Ayes
SPECIAL FENCE PERMIT-ROBERT RITTER, 561-51st Avenue
Brief discussion during which Mr. Ritter explained what he plans to do.
He explained that the height of the fence would coincide with a fence
already located on the property west of 561-51st Avenue. Motion by
Land, Seconded by Norberg to approve the application fora special fence
permit to Robert Ritter, 561-51st Avenue, to construct a six foot vertical
alternating board fence, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission,
with the provision that it not extend. beyond the front stoop of the house.
Roll Call: All Ayes
DISCUSSION ON PLANPJED USE REPORT ON USE OF REVENUE SHARING FUNDS
It was noted that the City of Columbia Heights will receive an anticipated
revenue sharing allotment of $164,646 for the year beginning July 1, 1975•
Brief discussion held on the use of these monies. Mr. Watson stated
that some of these monies are already earmarked for particular purposes,
as reflected in the 1975 City budget and that those would essentially
remain in the designated areas. Councilman`No'rberg indicated that there
should be more citizen input on the use of the Revenue Sharing monies.
Mayor Nawrocki reminded Mr. Norberg that during August of 1874 public
meetings had indeed been held for the purpose of .discussing the 1975
Budget, and this included the Revenue Sharing monies.
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Councilman Norberg further indicated his personal desire that the monies
be used for other purposes rather than capital expenditures. It was
pointed out that this is only an initial report to the Federal Government
on the proposed use of funds, but that it can be changed at a later date.
Councilman Heintz pointed out that these Revenue Sharing funds are a good
means to purchase capital equipment, etc. that would not otherwise be
purchased under general taxes.
The Council indicated their approval of the planned use report as
presented by the Finance Director and City Manager, to be published
in the Sun Newspaper on June 18.
CAR RENTAL AGENCY - 5098 Central Avenue
Discussion was held on a request for permission to establish a car
rental agency at this location. The request had been denied by the
Planning. and Zoning Commission on the basis that no new or used car
sales, rental, or lease is allowed anywhere in Columbia Heights .
under the zoning ordinance. Kermit Olson was present to explain
his request and his plans-for the car rental agency. He showed pictures,
and the proposed plans for the establishment, and stated that the car
rental would be affiliated with National Car Rental. Discussion was
held on the possibility of allowing a variance. to the zoning ordinance. Mr. Kalina
explained that a variance could be allowed,-but that the Planning Commission must
hold the hearing for any such variance, and make a recommendation to the
City Council based on the hearing.
RECESS WAS CALLED AT 9:30 p.m. MEETING RECONVENED AT 9:47 p.m.
Further discussion was held on the ear rental request. Motion by Heintz,
Seconded by Norberg to direct Mr. Olson to go back to the Planning and
Zoning Commission and ask fora variance to the zoning ordinance to allow
his car rental agency. The City Manager is directed to advertise for a
hearing to be herd at the regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning
Commission on July 1, with a report back to the City Council on July 14.
Roll Call: All Ayes
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT V.F.W. POST #230 4446 Central Avenue
Discussion was held on the plans of the V.F.W. at their new. location
on Central Avenue. Mr. Art Anderson of the V.F.W. spoke of his meeting
with City Planner, Dean Otterson, on what had to be done to comply
with city ordinances, etc. Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz
to grant the conditional use permit for the V.F.W. Post #230 to operate
from 4446 Central Avenue based on the recommendation of the Planning and ,
Zoning Commission, with the screening and parking requirements to be met
as outlined in the City zoning code, and by the Planning -and Zoning
Commission. Roll Call: All Ayes
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APPEAL FROM PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION - John Moneta, 233-42nd Avenue
City Attorney, Ronald Kalina, briefly explained the discussion that had
taken place at the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting relating to a
proposal by Mr. Moneta to build a twenty unit apartment building
at 233-42nd Avenue. Mr. Watson also reported on the variances which
would be required relating to lot area, parking spaces, and garage units,
in order to approve Mr. Moneta's proposal. Mr. Moneta explained his
own opinions on the need for the garage units. He stated that he had done
a study to discover how much use garages received at apartment building, and
.had found that garages are usually not all occupied at the apartment
buildings, because of the extra cost to the tenants if they use a garage.
Councilman Heintz pointed that the intent of the garage requirement,
one per living -unit, was not to only offer garages,if or if not the
tenants want them, but that every unit in a building should have a garage.
M r. Moneta explained that it is the common practice to offer the tenants
the choice of whether or not they want a garage, and if so, then there is
a separate rental amount for the use of the garage.
Further discussion on the variances required. Motion by Land,
Seconded by Logacz that the appeal of John Moneta to the City Council
to construct a twenty unit apartment building at 233-42nd Avenue
be denied. Roll Call: All Ayes
LLCENSES
Motion by Heintz, Seconded by Logacz to grant the licenses as listed
upon payment of proper fees. Roll Call: All Ayes
PAYMENT ON RECODIFICATION OF CITY ORDINANCES
Motion by Norberg, Seconded by Heintz to approve the bill of $3,729.09
for the City Attorney for the work and materials on the recodification
of the city ordinances. Roll Call: All Ayes
URBANIZATION OF CENTRAL AVENUE
Mayor Nawrocki reported that he had talked to Mr. Crawford,-District
Engineer for the State Highway Department, regarding the delays in the
urbanization project. Mr. Crawford gave reasons for the delays, including
the fact that the.. plans are not yet completed, particularly in respect
to a sewer .line across Sullivan Park. Mr. Crawford has stated that the
plans should be able to go out for bids in October of 1975,
and this would allow the sewer work to get started in ~e fall and winter.
Mr. Gustafson pointed out that this type of work is normally done during
the fall and winter, so in actuality no delays. are being caused by
the delay in the bid letting.
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INFORMAL MEETING
Mayor Nawrocki reported that an informal meeting has been set up between
the Public Works people and the people near 49th and Monroe for
Monday, June 16, regarding the drainage in that area.
Mr. Gustafson spoke on the problems regarding the drainage briefly.
REQUEST TO CLOSE MLLL STREET
Public Works Director, Earl Gustafson, reported that a request had been
received to close Mill Street for parking for a wedding dance at the
Field House for Friday night, June 13, during the Jamboree.
The Council directed that the individuals making the request should
consider alternate means of parking, such as parking in the Minneapolis
Electric Steel Castings lot, as it would not be desirable to close off
Mill Street for parking.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
Mayor Nawrocki questioned Mr. Watson as to whether he has prepared a
summary on the events of the PALM II program stating that he wants an
"Executive Summary in .Laymen's terms". Mr. Watson stated that he would
prepare such a summary.
League Convention: Mr. Watson :reminded the Council of the League
Convention on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (June 11-13).
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
Mr. Kalina reported that the blasting claims were heard in court on
Friday, June 6 by Judge Green. All the claims are under advisement and a
response should be received soon.
Informal meeting was set for further review of the ordinance
recodification for Thursday, June 19th at 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR REPORTS
Mr. Gustafson referred to a written status report which the Council should
be aware of on current projects under-way in the City.
He also reported that due to the ironworkers strike, it will be at least
another three weeks before further work is done on the water tower.
Mr. Gustafson also reported that the Local 4g, Operating Engineers,
Union would be voting later in the week whether to strike or not, but
that such a strike would not greatly affect the City projects.
SALVATION ARMY FENCE
Mayor Nawrocki questioned Mr. Gustafson on the status of a request by
the Salvation Army on the re-pair/replacement of their damaged fence along
Stinson Boulevard. Mr. Gustafson reported that the City has been trying
to negotiate an easement from the Salvation Army to construct the street
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but that the Salvation Army has repeatedly failed to respond to correspondance
from the City in regard to this easement. Mr. Gustafson pointed out.
that this relates to the repair of the fence, which can no.t be done until
a determination is made on the easement and street.. Mr. Gustafson
stated that he is aware that the Salvation Army is not in favor of
the tree removal which would be necessary, and that this is perhaps why
they do not respond. Mayor Nawrocki suggested that Mr. Gustafson discuss
the situation with the City Attorney and prepare a response to the
Salvation Army informing them of the situation.
Councilman Norberg ,informed the Public-Works Director that the bank behind
the old Twirly Top building on University Avenue near 49th Avenue
is breaking away and damaging. .t he alley. Mr. Gustafson stated that this
would be inspected.
Mayor Nawrocki asked Mr. Gustafson to look into building the vertical
wall in the alley between 45th and 46th, between Fillmore and Taylor, because
the wall is falling away. He pointed out that this may not .be an
assessable project, so the owners of the property should be notified
as to the problem, and the proposed correction.
DANDELIONS IN PARK AREAS
Councilman Norberg spoke of the dandelion problem in several parks,
in particular, he mentioned McKenna Park and Memorial Park.
Discussion was held on whether these should be cut down, and the possible
use of a spray to kill the dandelions. Mr. Gustafson explained the
procedure used. He stated that the flail mower, used for mowing the
dandelion areas, is damaged. It was apparently damaged by a front end
loader three or four years ago. Mayor Nawrocki spoke of elim-inating the
dandelion problem in the Mini Park and other parks which are aesthetically
located, possibly by spraying them.
RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
Mayor Nawrocki reported that a hearing would be held on June 21 on the
Rice Creek Watershed, and it would be of concern to certain residents in
Columbia Heights who are included in the watershed district. Mayor
Nawrocki urged the City Manager to read over the overall plan which he
received on the Rice Creek Watershed District and see how it affects
those people in Columbia Heights.
Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Heintz to adjourn at. 11.:09.
Roll Call: All Ayes
ruce G. Nawrocki, Mayor
Secrets Pro-tem