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CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 11, 2008
The following are the minutes for the regular meeting of the City Council held at 7:00 p.m. on
Monday, August 11, 2008 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 590 40th Avenue N.E.,
Columbia Heights, MN.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL/INVOCATION
Shirley Barnes, CEO Crest View Lutheran Home, gave the Invocation.
Present: Mayor Peterson, Councilmember Williams, Councilmember Nawrocki,
Councilmember Diehm, Councilmember Kelzenberg
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -recited
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA
Mayor Peterson removed Resolutions No. 2008-178 and 2008-179 in that the properties have
been brought into compliance.
Nawrocki requested discussion on the 2009 proposed budget. He asked that the draft agenda
better explain items, for example the Charter changes and where on Jackson Street the
vacation would be.
PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITION, ANNOUNCEMENTS,
GUESTS
A. Presentation -Kjersta Yackel
Fire Chief Gary Gorman indicated that on June 4`h a resident, Harold Jorvic, collapsed in
his driveway and his breathing stopped. Kjersta and her mom, Shirley, were driving by and
stopped as Kjersta wanted to help the man. She had learned CPR in high school and
performed CPR on Mr. Jorvic until our firefighters arrived. The Fire Department was
present to honor her with a commendation for her courageous, unselfish act. Gorman also
credited Shirley with stopping so her child could help. Garman stated this act was very
courageous, as learning CPR on a dummy is clean and sterile, but a real situation. can. be
very intimidating.
Gorman called Kjersta forward and presented her with a City Award of Commendation.
He quoted from an article written by Gail Olsen in the Northeaster, which was an excellent
story on Kjersta saving Mr. Jorvic's life. Peterson stated that he ends every meeting with
"do a random act of kindness" and this was a great one.
CONSENT AGENDA
Walt Fehst, City Manager, took Councilmembers through the Consent Agenda items.
A. Approve minutes of the July 28 2008 Columbia Hei htg, s City Council meeting.
Motion to approve the minutes of the July 28, 2008 City Council meeting.
B. Accept minutes of the Columbia Heights Boards and Commissions
Motion to accept the minutes of the Charter Commission meeting of July 17, 2008.
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C. Adopt Resolution No. 2008-170 being a Resolution desi natin~ election judges and
salaries for the 2008 Primary and General Elections and designate the City Clerk authority
to appoint emer encyjudges.
Nawrocki stated that the Primary Election is Tuesday, September 9t1i
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2008-170, being a Resolution designating election judges
and salaries for the 2008 Primary and General Elections and designate the City Clerk
authority to appoint emergency judges.
D. Establish. canvass of the 2008 Primarv Election results far Wednesday September 10
2008 beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers Resolution may be found at the
end of this document.
Motion to establish the canvass of the 2008 Primary Election results for Wednesday,
September 10, 2008 beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
E. Authorize School Liaison Officer Contract with School District #13 for 2008-2009 School
Year
Motion to authorize the Mayor and Police Chief to enter into a Joint Powers agreement
with School District #13 for the provision of a Police School Liaison Officer as stipulated
in the Joint Powers Agreement for the period of September 4, 2008 through June 9, 2009.
F. Adopt Resolution No. 2008-167 being a Resolution authorizing the City of Columbia
Heights to enter into Cooperative Agreement No. 92807 with MNDOT for TH 47
University Avenue Service Drive Reconstruction.
Fehst stated that the bid award would be tabled until later in the meeting, as they must be
approved by the State first.
Nawrocki questioned if there was a meeting to inform the residents. Kevin Hansen, Public
Works Director, stated that an informational card was sent out last week, with the
expectation to begin construction right after Labor Day. The meeting will be held at that
time.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2008-167, there being ample copies
available to the public.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2008-167, being a resolution authorizing the City of
Columbia Heights to enter into Cooperative Agreement No. 92807 with Mn/DOT for TH
47 University Avenue Service Drive Improvements, City Project No. 0602.
RESOLUTION N0.2008-167
BEING A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS TO
ENTER COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT NO. 92807 WITH MNDOT FOR THE UNIVERSITY SERVICE DRIVE
RECONSTRUCTION FROM 40TH TO 45TH AVENUES CITY PROJECT # 0602
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights City Engineer has prepared final plans and specifications for the University Service
Drive Reconstruction from 40`h to 4~`h Avenue; City Project 0602: and
WHEREAS, MnDOT has designated the improvements as SP 0205-94 and SAP l 13-010-014; and
WHEREAS, Mn/DOT Cooperative Agreement Funds and City's Municipal State Aid account shall provide the funding
for the proposed. improvements; and
WHEREAS, MnDOT has secured funding in the amount of $594.000 for the project and has prepared Municipal
Agreement Number 92807 for the making of the improvements: and,
WHEREAS, the improvements will benefit MnDOT's Trunk Highway system.
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BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights enter into Mn/DOT Agreement No. 92807 with the State of
Minnesota. Department of Transportation for the following purposes:
To provide for Lump Sum payment by the State to the City of the State's share of the costs of the reconstruction of the
University Service Drive from 40`h to 45`h Avenues and other associated construction to be performed upon, along and
adjacent to Trunk Highway No. 47 within the corporate City limits under State Projects No. 0205-94 and No. 113-010-
014
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and the City Manager are authorized to execute the Agreement and any
amendments to the Agreement.
G. Evaluation of a dedicated left turn lane on 49th Avenue from Fillmore Street to Johnson
Street.
Fehst indicated this is a request for a study only, as petitioned by a resident of the area.
Motion to direct staff to request Anoka County Highway Department to conduct a traffic
study on 49th Avenue between Fillmore Street and Johnson Street, with an evaluation of a
left turn lane in this segment boundary.
H. Approve evaluation for water turn offs and ons
Motion to establish the following fees for service for water turn ons and turn offs:
1. $50.00 fee for meter disconnect or reconnect.
2. $25.00 fee for a no show to turn on or meter reconnect appointment.
I. Approval of the attached list of rental housing license applications, in that they have met
the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Code.
Motion to approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for August 11,
2008
J. Approve Business License Applications
Motion to approve the items as lasted on the business license agenda for August 11, 2008
as presented.
K. Approve payment of the bills.
Motion to approve the payment of the bills out of the proper fund as listed in the attached
register covering Check Number 126806 through Check Number 126974 in the amount of
$12,368,203.40
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Williams, to approve the Consent Agenda items. Upon vote: All
ayes. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A, Adont Resolution 2008-163, 4513-15 Taylor Street N.E. being a declaration of nuisance
and abatement of violations within the City of Columbia Heights.
Hansen indicated that he met with the property owner at the site. City staff indicated they
would make a proposal to the City Attorney regarding these two city lots (of about 160
feet). The agreement would allow cooperation and splitting of responsibilities. The best
solution would be to cover over the wall and create a slope of the retaining wall area,
allowing a one year extension to complete the project.
Nawrocki asked what would be done and who would be responsible. Hansen stated that
the city would bring in fill and that the property owner would be responsible far the
restoration. We did not feel responsible to remove the wall and stumps. This would create
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a slope. This would also allow the owner time to move the sheds, for our availability to
bring in the appropriate fill, and allow him time to get suitable top soils for seeding.
Jim Hoeft, City Attorney, suggested closing the public hearing and a vote to take no action
at this time, allowing this to be revisit at a later time. Peterson asked if the owner
understood his responsibility in this agreement. The owner indicated that he did.
Motion by Williams, second by Kelzenberg, to close the public hearing. Upon vote: All
Ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Diehm, second by Williams, to take no action on Resolution 2008-163, 4513-
15 Taylor Street N.E. Upon vote: Kelzenberg, aye; Williams, aye; Diehm, aye; Nawrocki,
nay; Peterson, aye. 4ayes - 1 nay. Motion carried.
B. Adopt Resolutions 2008-171_, 4152 Cleveland. Street N.E., 2008-172, 5045 Johnson Street
N.E. 2008-173 1355-57 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E. and 2008-174 1337-39 Circle Terrace
Blvd. N.E. being declarations of nuisance and abatement of violations within the Cit~of
Columbia Heights. Resolutions may be found at the end of this document.
Fire Chief Gary Gorman indicated the property violations:
Resolution 2008-171, 4152 Cleveland Street N.E., the house is in foreclosure - it is a new
house under construction.
Resolution 2008-172, 5045 Johnson Street N.E., needs repair of the lower overhead garage
panel.
Resolution 2008-173, 1355-57 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E, -the property was unsecured.
There was an immediate abatement to secure the buil_ding-
Resolution 2008-174, 1337-39 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E., -there ~.~~as an immediate
abatement to secure a garage service door.
Williams referred to how long the property owner on Cleveland was given to complete the
home and now it is in foreclosure.
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Williams, to close the public hearing and to waive the
reading of Resolution Numbers 2008-171, 172, 173, and 174, there being ample copies
available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Williams, second by Nawrocki, to adopt Resolution Numbers 2008-17I, 172,
173, and 174 being resolutions of the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights
declaring the properties listed a nuisance and approving the abatement of violations from
the property pursuant to City Code section 8.206. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
C. Adopt Resolutions 2008-175 4148-52 Tyler Street, 2008-176, 4610-12 Fillmore Street,
2008-177 1236-38 Circle Terrace Blvd. 2008-178 3971 Johnson Street, 2008-179 5036
Jackson Street and 2008-180, 4515-17 Fillmore Street being Resolutions of the City
Council of the City of Columbia Heights approving rental license revocation for failure to
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meet the requirements of the Property Maintenance Codes. Resolutions may be found at
the end of this document.
Gorman stated the revocations are for failure to meet rental license requirements.
Resolution 2008-175, 4148-52 Tyler Street, failure to submit the application and schedule
an application.
Resolution 2008-176, 4610-12 Fillmore Street, interior repairs were required. Staff was not
allowed in for a re-inspection. Outside violation are not complete.
Resolution 2008-177, 1236-38 Circle Terrace Blvd., failure to submit the application and
schedule an appointment.
Resolution 2008-180, 4515-17 Fillmore Street, -the building has torn screens, broken
glass, etc. There have been four other abatements at this property. The building is now
vacant.
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Williams, to close the public hearing and to waive the
reading of Resolution Numbers 2008-175, 176, 177, and 180 being ample copies available
to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Williams, second by Kelzenberg, to adopt Resolution Numbers 2008-175, 176,
177, 9, and 180 being Resolutions of the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights
approving revocation pursuant to City Code, Chapter SA, Article IV, Section SA.408(A) of
the rental licenses listed. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Nawrocki. indicated that Circle Terrace was physically improved. He commended the
Police Chief on the program in this area and the firefighters doing their part of the
program. he can't wait for the program to be extended to other parts of town, specifically
behind Mcl~or~alds.
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A. Other Ordinances and Resolutions
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2008-182 being a Resolution approving the preliminary plat and
the 1st reading of Ordinance No. 1552 being an Ordinance to vacation of a portion of
Jackson Street for 825 - 41st Avenue.
Jeff Sargent, City Planner, indicated this is the preliminary plat of the public safety
facility. This will clean up the easements on the parcel and help with the vacation of a
portion of Jackson Street that runs into the property.
Nawrocki stated that Jackson is not a dead end street and asked if the access to 41'` would
be removed. Sargent stated it is not a platted right-of--way. Nawrocki stated that since the
second addition to the old high school, there was access for the public. He asked if this
was discussed with residents. Sargent stated a meeting was held on July 24th to discuss the
vacation and platting process. Three residents were in attendance. There were no questions
on the vacation. Nawrocki questioned if the vacation was described in layman's terms.
Sargent indicated that this was also discussed and described at the Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting. There were no concerns raised. Nawrocki again questioned if this
was relayed in layman's terms. Sargent stated that it is his job to describe actions so
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residents can understand them. Diehm stated that the access at Jackson is not changing
and whether people have been trespassing in the past is not the issue at hand. Nawrocki
stated that mast people did not know they were trespassing and continued to elaborate his
point that residents were not aware that a part of Jackson Street would be vacated.
Nawrocki stated that he was not getting an answer to his question. Diehm stated that he did
not get the answer he wanted.
Sargent stated it was a driveway that would now go into the police parking lot. Nawrocki
stated this was used as a thoroughfare, and is used every Sunday. He requested notification
of the second reading to the people from Jefferson to 42°d. Peterson stated that it is already
a dead end street. Nawrocki reiterated his point and stated that there have not been "no
trespassing" signs placed there.
Harold Hoium, 4300 3r~ Street, asked where the snow would be placed from the dead end
street. Peterson stated that the PW department would take care of that.
Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2008-182,
there being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to adopt Resolution 2008-182, approving the
preliminary plat, subject to the 19 stated conditions as approved by the Planning
Commission.
Motion to amend by Nawrocki to inform residents along Jackson Street south of 42°d of
the second reading of the ordinance that Jackson Street would be cut off.
Peterson called for a second to the amendment. Motion died for lack of a second.
Upon vote of the original motion: Kelzenberg, aye; Williams, aye; Diehm, aye; Nawrocki,
aye; Peterson, aye. Motion carried.
Motion by Williams, second by Kelzenberg, to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1552,
there being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayesm Motion carried.
Motion by Williams, second by Kelzenberg, to establish the second reading of Ordinance
No. 1552, for Monday, August 25, 2008, at approximately 7:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chambers.
Nawrocki renewed his Motion to amend to inform residents along Jackson Street south of
42°d of the second reading of the ordinance that Jackson Street would be cut off.
Nawrocki pointed out the incorrect name of Pratt Ordway in the resolution. Hoeft stated
the error would be corrected.
Peterson called for a second to the motion. Motion died for Lack of a second.
Upon vote of the original motion: Kelzenberg, aye; Williams, aye; Diehm, aye; Nawrocki,
nay; Peterson, aye. 4ayes -1 nay. Motion carried.
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2. 1st Reading of Ordinance 1553, being a Zoning Amendment as it relates to Dynamic
LED Signage
Sargent stated this ordinance regulates signs capable of changing electronically. The intent
is to help economic vitality by allowing use of the signs, but restrict them to keep them
aesthetically pleasing. They would be allowed in commercial districts by a conditional use
permit. Religious organizations and schools could use these signs. Electronic signs could
only change once every 10 minutes in commercial areas and once every 30 minutes in
residential areas, They would have to be part of a monument sign.
Diehm stated the P&Z vote was a 3-2 vote and asked what their concerns were. Sargent
stated that two commissioners felt this is against what we want our community to be. It
was explained where they could be located and the brightness would be regulated. Diehm
indicated that initially she was opposed to allowing electronic signs, but researched them
and spoke to business owners and other communities. This ordinance is very conservative.
The signs could also be used to flash helpfi2l information in an emergency.
Sargent gave a comparison to regulations in 13 other "metro old communities". Nawrocki
questioned what regulations the City of Fridley has. Sargent indicated he could include
that information at the second reading. Sargent indicated that our central business district
no longer allows pylon signs.
Dwayne Morrell, 4212 Reservoir Boulevard, asked why are we generating this change.
Peterson stated it is to address the current technology, assist businesses, and make it is
safer and easier to change signs. Morrell asked if the NE State Bank would have to change
their electronic sign. Nawrocki stated no, as that was an approved sign. Diehm asked if the
new time restrictions could be enforced. Hoeft stated that the sign does not have to be
changed, but the time requirements must be followed.
Donna Schmidt, 4260 Tyler Street, asked why they would have to conform when they are
grandfathered in. Hoeft stated that they can continue to exist, b~.zt the duration. of the
message on the sign would have to change.
Deb 3ohnson, 4626 Pierce, stated it would be a shame to require the bank to change as they
advertise many community events.
Diehm indicated they can display time and temperature. Hoeft referred to the public safety
concern, as this is a distraction to drivers. Diehm stated the initial concern was Central
Avenue having distracting, scrolling signs.
Nawrocki questioned dynamic versus variable signs. Sargent referred to the design
guidelines definition of variable electronic signs indicating the scrolling feature versus
time length between changes. Nawrocki questioned the theater sign. Sargent stated that is
defined as a marquee sign and is allowed. Nawrocki questioned the limitation to
monument signs. Sargent stated that monument signs can be no more than 40 sq. ft. and no
more that 50 percent of the monument sign can be electronic.
Motion by Keizenberg, second by Williams, to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1553,
there being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
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Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to establish the second reading of Ordinance
No. 1553, for Monday, August 25, 2008, at approximately 7:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chambers. Upon vote: A11 ayes. Motion carried.
3. 1st Reading of Ordinance 1554, being a Zoning Amendment as it Relates Garage Sales.
Sargent referred to concerns regarding the number of garage sales allowed and the
difficulty enforcing the current ordinance of twelve days per year. After researching what
other cities do, the proposal is to limit garage sales to two per year, three days in length.
Enforcement would be on a complaint basis. The number of events would be easier to
track and enforce than the number of days per year.
Harold Holum. stated that most people in the community want this ordinance thrown out.
Garage sales allow people to clean out their property.
Motion by Williams, second by Kelzenberg, to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1554,
there being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Williams, second by Kelzenberg, to establish the second reading of Ordinance
No. 1554, for Monday, August 25, 2008, at approximately 7:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chambers. Upon vote: A11 ayes. Motion carried.
4. 1st Reading of Ordinance 1555, being a Zoning Amendment as it Relates to Real Estate
Sig_ns•
Sargent stated that complaints were received regarding the size of real estate signs. The
current code is ambiguous concerning these signs. Staff proposes the number of residential
real estate signs be limited to one, with two allowed on a corner lot. Nawrocki questioned
the size restrictions, which Sargent explained.
Diehm indicated that earlier this year a resident addressed the Council on this issue. This is
an example of addressing resident concerns. It ?s a good change.
Motion by Diehm, second by Williams, to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1555, there
being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Mohan ca 'ed.
Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to establish the second reading of Ordinance No.
1555, for Monday, August 25, 2008, at approximately '7:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chambers. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
5. 1st Reading of Ordinance 1556, being a Zoning Amendment as it Relates to
Governmental Temporary SigLns.
Sargent stated this is relative to city-wide events and functions. Currently, they are
restricted by temporary sign guidelines of no more than four per year. This would now
allow signs to be displayed for city events.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1556,
there being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to establish the second reading of Ordinance
No. 1556, for Monday, August 25, 2008, at approximately 7:00 p.m. in the City Council
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Chambers. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
6. 1st Reading of Ordinance 1551, being an Ordinance amending the City Charter of the
City of Columbia Heights relating to General Provision Definitions
Hoeft stated that previously the City Council created the separate positions of city clerk
and city treasurer, The Charter references the position and required modification as a.
housekeeping measure to be brought in line with the Council action. The Charter
Commission has reviewed and recommended these changes.
Nawrocki questioned the next agenda item. I-Ioeft stated the second item is for the same
purpose in the City Code. Modifications were completed by the administration staff.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1551,
there being ample copies available to the public. Upon. vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams to establish the second reading of Ordinance
1551, being an Ordinance amending the City Charter of the City of Columbia Heights
relating to General Provision Definitions, for Monday, August 25, 2008 in the City
Council Chambers, at approximately 7:00 p.m. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
7. 1st Reading of Ordinance 1535 being an Ordinance relating to General Provision
Definitions.
Hoeft indicated this review was completed by the city clerk.
Motion by Diehm, second by Williams to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1535, there
being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by ~~Villiams, to establish the second reading of Ordinance
No. 1535, being an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1490 City Code of 2005 relating
to General Provision Definitions, for Monday, August 25, 2008 ire the City Council
Chambers, at approximately 7:00 p.m. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
B. Bid Considerations
Resolution 2008-181 accepting bids and awarding contract for University Avenue Service
Drive
Hanson requested to table this item to the City Council meeting of August 25, 2008.
Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to table Resolution 2008-181, accepting bids and
awarding contract for University Avenue Service Drive, to August 25, 2008. Upon vote:
All ayes. Motion carried.
Nawrocki questioned if the bids were received. Fehst stated that we have the bids, but they
must receive State approval. They are good bids and are under the assessed amount.
C. Other Business
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Report of the City Manager
• Phase I excavation bids for the public safety building earth work, retaining wall, erosion, etc.
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will be opened tomorrow.
• The gym contractor continues to work. Weekly meetings are held.
• Council has referred to the possible purchase of a home on Gould Avenue and Pierce Street.
Residents would like to see the City purchase the deteriorated homes in the area. That would
require a huge investment and being in the landlord business. We need to discuss how to deal with
defaulting and foreclosed homes, including those on Circle Terrace. We considered buying one
property for a possible safe home, lake a mini substation. Fehst requested suggestions be given to
staff.
• A manhole cover collapsed between 43~d and 44t" on Central, which we will repair.
Nawrocki requested the budget be discussed. Fehst referred to levy limits and exclusions allowed for
the public safety facility. The increase would be five to six percent. Nawrocki stated the maximum
levy must be to the County by September 15. Fehst stated it would be presented to Council by the end
of August. Nawrocki referred to the dismal forecast by the Finance Director in the green sheet.
Na~vrocki stated this does not take into account the HRA levy and the County HRA levy. Increases
could be in the double digits. He does not agree with setting the maximum limit. We must prioritize
what is proposed and keep within our citizen's ability to pay. Peterson requested to receive the budget
information as soon as possible.
Report of the City Attorney -nothing to report.
CITIZENS FORUM
Hoium questioned the status of the certain homes and weeds along University from 40`" to 44`". Bus
stops should have longer stop lanes. Indicated concern of weeds at Jefferson & 39`" and St" and 37t"
Now that there is a charge to pick up appliances, garages are now full of them. Requested a time study
to cut the budget.
Dwayne 1`dlarrell indicated landscaping concerns at the new liquor stores. Fehst agreed and requested
Morrell contact our Public Works Department with his suggestions.
Donna Schmidt, 4260 Tyler Street, indicated the concern of Immaculate Conception's Principal
regarding traffic at the public safety facility and their request to increase the height of their fence.
Fehst stated the intention is for traffic to exit on 41 S` and indicated staff could meet with them.
Schmidt stated that the Fridley Conservation Commission makes money recycling televisions and
electronics and requested we find out if we could also do so. Fehst stated they have individual
contractors. Our costs are programmed in to keep the overall cost dawn. Schmidt stated that Best Buy
takes electronics for free. Schmidt questioned commercial property inspections. Fehst stated that we
recently adopted a commercial inspection portion of the City Code. The Fire Department follows up
on complaints received. Schmidt indicated her pleasure with the Special Task Force's juvenile curfew
enforcement.
COUNCIL COP:NER
Kelzenberg
• Hope everyone had a good time at the National Night Out parties.
• The SACA charity softball game went in to extra innings. The Police/Fire team won over the Post
Office team. The Police/Fire team lost to the Girls Fastpitch team.
Williams
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• Very moved by the story of the young lady saving the man's live.
• Did not attend National Night Out for medical reasons.
• Goad attendance at the SACA fundraiser.
• Believe the police are doing a great job -officers respect the new Chief.
• The Fire Department is also doing a great job. Believe only one to two percent of the people are
causing the problems in our town.
Diehm
• Exciting to see the demolition of Taco Bell and the car wash
• Commendation presentation is a great inspiration to the School District to continue offering CPR.
• Absent from the last meeting to attend her stepdaughter's wedding in Europe. Inspirational to step
back and look at other countries where some days there is no running water. Redevelopment would
be overwhelming. Gave a great appreciation for the good work we do here. We may not always
agree, but we all want to go down the right path.
Nawrocki
• Grass in the Huset Park development needs to be cut.
• Recycling - a newspaper story indicated values are up 200- 300%. Look at what our hauler is
reimbursing us on the cost of those materials. With TV's changing to HDTV's there is recyclable
material in them. People are stripping catalytic converters out of cars for the value of the metal.
• Last meeting regarding RIBS -great discussion. Shows importance to get information out to the
residents. Don't wait until the last minute.
Peterson
• Last Thursday the MOONSHOE players gave a great and exciting performance. 32 youth
participated. To manage and produce a play in such a professional manner is a tribute to our
Recreation Department and coordinator Liz Bray.
• Our nine youth that went on a student exchange to our Sister City in Poland will return on
Wednesday. Hope to have them attend a Council meeting to tell us abeut it.
• Don't forget our service men. and women -our thoughts and prayers should be with them at all
times
• Requested Council members take another look at the Rules of Decorum that were distributed.
Referred to our Values First program -this month is respect and self control. Use these for a model
of behavior at our meetings.
• Don't take ourselves too seriously and do a random act of kindness.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Peterson adjourned 9:36 p.m.
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City ClerklCouncil Secretary
RESOLUTION 2008-170
BEING A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING ELECTION JUDGE SALARIES AND ELECTION JUDGES EOR'I'HE 2008 PRIMARY
AND GENERAL ELECTIONS
WHEREAS: There are scheduled elections in the City of Columbia Heights and the State of Minnesota: and
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WHEREAS: Pursuant to City Charter, Section 30, and M.S.S.204A, the Council shall appoint the following yualilied voters to be
judges for the 2008 Primary and General election.
Precinct 1-Murzyn Hall-530 Mill St.
Faye Cleasby -Head Judge
Darlene BieIjeski -~ Assistant Head Judge
Dolores Strand
Fran Jensen
Wanda Reining
James Cyson
Robert Petty
Joyce Shellito
Sandy Engquist
Jeanne Andrychowicz
Ardy Bucher
Shanna Schmitt
Precinct 2-Immaculate Conception-4030 Jackson St.
Clara Shattuck -Head Judge
JoAnn Kewatt -Assistant Head Judge
Mark Ernme
Jacque Block
Bradley Schmitt
Carol Wiles
Dennis Otremba
Gretchen Gallagher Weinstein
Bev I-Iolub
Michael McGee
Darcy Tils
Precinct 3 -Parkview Villa-965 40`h Avenue
Muriel Nichols - Flead Judge
Charles Helland -Assistant Head Judge
Delores Jacobsen
Jacqueline Niznik
Lorraine Miiisheski
Georgene Baker
Marna Gomez
Jeani Cox
Dolores Fowler
Dennis O'Connell
Ralph Human
Joan Kinde -Head Judge
Joanne Nelson- Assistant Head .fudge
Nancy French
Irene Ricci
Richard Meixner
Lon-ie Nalezny
Marion Bernard
Clara Schmidt
Ellen Lutz
Marie Peterson
Marian Luke
Precinct 6-Richland Elem. School-1500 49`n Ave
Stephen lserman -Head Judge
Aurora Johnston -Assistant Flead Judge
LaVonne Seim
Delores Marquette
Kay Mayer
Eva Pelton
Doris Sunheim
Carol Lawler
Barbara Marshall
Mary Meier
Phyllis Colombo
Catherine Vesley
Precinct 7-Valley View Elem School-800 49th Ave
Ann Kronstedt -Head Judge
Joan Fuhrman -Assistant Head Judge
Kathryn Morales
James Hutchinson
Patricia Tollefson
Carolyn Hampton
Kay Handley
Mary Swanson
Barb Nundahl
John LVachuska
Janelle Nero
Richelle Archambault
Precinct 4-Highland Elem School-1500 49th Avenue
Marsha Stroik -Head Judge
Joel Andrychowicz- Assistant Head Judge
Shirley Browning
Desli Krech
Weslie Green
Betty Krahl
Sara Surbrook
Soundra Burgoyne
Charles Kewatt
Nancy Leong
Karen Davenport
Precinct 5-First Lutheran Church-1555 40`~ Ave
Precinct 8-Valley View Elem School-$00 49t°' Ave
Stephen Emme- FIead Judge
Dick Corbett-Assistant Head Judge
Irene Sunt
Mary Dowdle
Marvin Helm
Dorothy Penate
Jenna Fish
Carol Geier
Sue Murzyn
Laurel Best
Michelle Ferreira
Fatuma Elmi
Jessica Letoumeau
NOW, THEREFORE. BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does appoint the afore mentioned as
election judges, by precinct, far the Primary Election on September 9 2008 and the General Elections on November 4.2008. with an
hourly remuneration of $1 1.00 for Head Judge. $10.75 for Assistant Head Judge, and $1.0.50 for an Election Judge. The City Clerk
may designate emergency judges, as necessary.
RESOLUTION 2008-171
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Monday, August 1 1, 2008
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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 Access Bank
(Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 4152 Cleveland Street, 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 regular mail to the owner of record on
July 24, 2008.
Now, therefore, in accordance with the foregoing, and al] 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 June 18, 2008 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 July 24, 2008 inspectors re-inspected the property listed above. inspectors noted that one violation remained
uncorrected. A compliance order and statement of cause was mailed via regular mail to the owner listed in the property
records.
3. That on July 30, 2008 inspectors re-inspected 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 Codes(s) were
found to exist, to wit: Shall sod, lay down grass seed or install approved landscaping material on all bare areas of the
yard.
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 4152 Cleveland Street is in violation of the provisions of the Columbia Heights City Code
as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
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, 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 4152 Cleveland Street constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Cade.
2. That a copy of this order shall be served upon all relevant parties and parties in interest.
RESOLUTION 2008-172
Resolution of the City Council far 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 James J.
Dalkaf (Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 5045 Johnson Street, 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 regular mail to the owner of record. on
July 10, 2008.
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 May 29, 2008 an inspection was conducted on the properly listed above. Inspectors found one violation. A
compliance order was sent via regular mail to the owner at the address.
2. That on July 10, 2008 inspectors re-inspected the property listed above. Inspectors noted that one violation
remained uncorrected. A compliance order and statement of cause was mailed via regular mail to the owner listed in
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the property records.
3. That on August 1, 2008 inspectors re-inspected 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 Codes(s) were
found to exist, to wit: Sha1I repair the lower overhead garage door panel.
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
l . That the property located at 5045 Johnson Street is in violation of the provisions of the Columbia Heights City Code
as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
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, 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 5045 Johnson. Street constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Code.
2. That a copy of this order shaiI be served upon all relevant parties and parties in interest.
RESOLUTION 2008-173
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 Judith
Germain (Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record. is the legal owner of the real property located at 1355-57 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E.,
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 regular mail. to the owner of record on
July 28, 2008.
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 July 28, 2008 the Fire Department was in the neighborhood doing PMC inspections. Shortly after arriving at
this property inspectors noted that the building was unsecured. Inspectors verified that the structure was vacant and
contacted the city's contractor to board the open window up.
2. That an July 29, 2008 the Fire Department was contacted by DuAll Services whom stated that window had been
boarded.
3. That based upon said records of the Fire Department, the following conditions and violations of City Codes(s} were
found to exist and have been abated, to wit: Approve the immediate abatement of the hazardous structure located at
1355-57 Circle Terrace Boulevard N.E.
4. 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 1355-57 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E. is in violation of the provisions of the Columbia
Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
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, 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 1355-57 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E. canstitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Cade.
2. That a copy of this order shall be served upon all relevant parties and parties in interest.
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RESOLUTION 2008-174
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 Deutsch
Bank (Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 1337-37 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E.,
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 regular mail to the owner of record on
July 28, 2008.
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 July 28, 2008 the Fire Department was in the neighborhood doing PMC inspections. Shortly after arriving at
this property inspectors noted that a building on the property was unsecured. Inspectors verified that the structure was
vacant and contacted the city's contractor to board the open window up.
2. That on July 29, 2008 the Fire Department was contacted by DuAll Services whom stated. that window had been
boarded.
3. That based upon said records of the Fire Department, the following conditions and violations of City Codes(s) were
found to exist and have been abated, to wit: Approve the immediate abatement of the hazardous structure located at
1337-39 Circle Terrace Boulevard N.E.
4. 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 8Z06(A) and 8206(B).
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the property located at 1337-39 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E. is in violation of the provisions of the Columbia
Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
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, 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 1337-39 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E. constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Code.
2. That a copy of this order shalt be served upon all relevant parties and parties in interest.
RESOLUTION 2008-175
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) of that certain residential rental license held by Donna Frank (Hereinafter "License
Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 4148-52 Tyler Street N.E,, 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 July 17, 2008 of an public
hearing to be held on August 1 1, 2008.
Now, therefore, in accordance with the foregoing, and all ordinances and. regulations of the City of Colwnbia Heights,
the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on July 17, 2008 inspection office staff sent a letter requesting the new owner of the property to 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 July 17, 2008 inspection office staff reviewed the property file and noted that the property remained
unlicensed. A Statement of Cause was mailed by regular mail to the owner at the address listed in the property records.
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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: Failure to submit a rental license application and failure to
schedule a rental license 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 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 U4148 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. 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.
RESOLUTION 2008-176
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) of that certain residential rental license held by Mohsen I. Dessouki (Hereinafter
"License Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 4610-12 Fillmore Street N.E., 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 July 16, 2008 of an public
hearing to be held on August 11, 2008.
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 May 2, 2008 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights, inspected the property described above and noted
eight violations. A compliance letter listing the violations was mailed by regular mail to the owner at the address listed
on the Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on July 16, 2008 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights, performed a final inspection at the property and
noted seven violations remained uncorrected. A statement of cause was mailed via regular mail. to the owner at the
address Listed on the rental housing license application.
3. That on July 31, 2008 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights performed. a re-inspection and noted that five
violations remained uncorrected.
4. 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: Shall repair the wood fence that is missing the wood slates,
shall replace the broken window on the east side of the garage, shall install the proper piping on the hot water relief
valve. The relief valve discharge must be extended to within 18 inches of the floor, shall repair the loose light fixture in
the basement at the bottom of the stairway, shall have aprofessional/licensed electrician repair the electrical box in the
basement. Shall ensure a electrical wiring is installed so that it meets code. Romex cable exposed, exposed bare wires.
5. 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 II1 SA.306 and SA.303(A).
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by license number F8981 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. 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.
RESOLUTION 2008-177
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) of that certain residential rental license held by Abdi Jama (Hereinafter "License
Holder").
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Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 1236-38 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E., 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 July 22, 2008 of an public
hearing to be held on August 11, 2008.
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 S, 2008 inspection. office staff sent a letter requesting the owner of the property to renew the rental
license family exemption for this property. The letter was mailed by regular mail to the owner at the address listed in the
property records.
2. That on May 31, 2008 inspection office staff reviewed the property file and noted that the property remained
unlicensed and no family exemption paperwork had been submitted. A Statement of Cause was mailed by regular 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: Failure to submit rental license fees and an application, and
failure to schedule a rental property 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 SA, Article III SA.306 and SA.303(A).
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by license number FE829SB 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. 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.
RESOLUTION 2008-180
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) of that certain residential rental license held by Juan Roddy (Hereinafter "License
Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 4SIS-17 Filhnore Street N.E., 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 July 22, 2008 of an public
hearing to be held on August l 1, 2008.
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 June 13, 2008 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights, inspected the property described above and
noted three violations. A compliance letter listing the violations was mailed by regular mail to the owner at the address
listed on the Rental Housing License Application.
2. That on July 22, 2008 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights, performed a final inspection at the property and
noted three violations remained uncorrected. A statement of cause was mailed via regular mail to the owner at the
address listed on the rental housing license application.
3. That on July 30, 200$ inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights performed a re-inspection and noted that three
violations remained. uncorrected.
4. 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: Shall repair all/any torn screens on the house, shall repair the
garage door that was hit by a car, shall repair the front door glass that is broken.
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5. 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 SA306 and SA.303(A).
ORDER OF COUNCIL
L The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by license number F8574 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. Ail 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.