HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 26, 2009 RegularCITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS Mavoc
Gary L. Peterson
590 40t" Aveuue NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421-3878 (763)706-3600 TDD (763} 706-3692 Councilmembers
Vxcitourwebsiteat: www.ci.columbia-hei~hts.mn.us RoberrA. iVilliams
Bruce Nat+-rocki
Tammera Diehm
Bruce KeL-enberg
City Manaser
Walter R. Fehst
The following is the agenda for the regular meeting of the City Council to be held at 7:00 p.m. on
Monday, January 26, 2009 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 590 40th Avenue N.E., Columbia
Heights, MN.
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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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1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL/INVOCATION
Invocation by Rev. Dan Thompson, Columbia Heights Assembly of God
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS 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, RECOGNITION, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND
GUESTS
A. Charter Commission recognition -Robert Buboltz p4
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. Approve minutes of the January 12, 2009 City Council meeting_ ps
MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the January 12, 2009 City Council meeting.
B. Accept minutes of the Columbia Heights Boards and Commissions pas
MOTION: Move to accept the January 15, 2009 minutes of the Telecommunications
Commission.
C. Appoint Commissioners to the Economic Development Authority~EDA) and the Housingand
Redevelopment Authorit~(HRA~ p29
MOTION: Move to approve the Mayor's appointment of Williams, Nawrocki, and Peterson to
the vacant HRA positions.
Tv10TI0iv: Move to approve tine Mayor's appointment of `~Ji%Iiams, ?vawrock, artd Peterson to
the vacant EDA positions.
D. Approve appointment of the Mayor and CitYManager to the Columbia Heights Volunteer p3o
Firefighters Relief Association Board of Trustees for 2009
MOTION: Move to appoint the Mayor and City Manager to the Columbia Heights Volunteer
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Firefighters Relief Association Board of Trustees for 2009.
E. Approve transfer of funds from General Fund to Police Department Bud~.et to reimburse p31
overtime fund regarding Unique Thrift.
MOTION: Move to transfer $525.60 received from Apogee Retail for Unique Thrift Stores from
the General Fund to the Police Department 2008 Budget under line #1020, Police Overtime.
F. Authorize purchase of three replacement Police vehicles p33
MOTION: Move to authorize the purchase of one 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor
and one 2009 Dodge Police Charger patrol vehicle under the State of Minnesota bid, with
funding to come from 431.-42100-5150 in the amount of $44,415.00 and that the Mayor and City
Manager are authorized to enter into a contract for same.
MOTION: Move to authorize the Police Chief to negotiate the purchase of a 2008 Dodge
Charger Program car to be used as an unmarked police vehicle, with an expenditure of between
$12,000 and $14,000.
MOTION: Move to authorize the Police Chief to expend up to $17,500 to set up and outfit two
marked and one unmarked police vehicle.
G. Capital Equipment Replacement of Unit #19 -GMC Top Kick Single Axle Dump Truck and
Attachments from the State of Minnesota Purchasing Contract pas
MOTION: Move to purchase from the State of Minnesota Purchasing Contract the Capital
Equipment Replacement of Unit #19 GMC TOP KICK single axle dump truck chassis from
Astleford International of Minneapolis in the amount of $65,722 and purchase the dump box,
reversible front plow, belly plow, wing plow and sander from Towmaster of Litchfield,
Minnesota, in the amount of $76,960 for a total price of $142,682 plus sales tax.
H. Authorize the Capital Equipment Replacement of Unit #204 Ford F-250, 4X2, 3/4 Ton Pickup
Truck equipped with Power Life gate from the State of Minnesota Purchasing Contract p36
MOTION: Move to authorize the replacement of Unit #204 and purchase of one (1) new 2009
Ford 4x2 F-250 pickup truck from Elk River Ford Dodge Jeep in the amount of $18,873 plus
sales tax: and Tommy power lift gate from Aspen Equipment in the amount of $2,195 plus sales
tax. Funding shall be from Capital Equipment Fund 431-45200-5150.
Approval of the reissuance of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia
Heights at 1162-64 Cheery Lane N.E. p3~
MOTION: Move to issue arental-housing license to Katherine Crosby to operate the rental
property located at 1162-64 Cheery Lane N.E. in that the provisions of the property maintenance
code have been complied with.
Approval of the attached list of rental housing license applications, in that they have met the
requirements of the Property Maintenance Code. p38
MOTION: Move to approve the items listed for rental housing license applicatians for January
26, 2009.
K. Approve Business License Applications p39
MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for January 26,
2009 as presented,
L. Approve payment ofthe bills. p4o
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MOTION: Move to approve the payment of the bills out of the proper fund as listed in the
attached register covering Check Number 128861 through Check Number 1.29044 in the amount
of $1,492,710.97.
MOTION: Move to approve the Consent Agenda items.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Adopt_Resolutions 2009-18, 41.56 5th Street N.E., 2009-19, 4254 2nd Street N.E.. and 2008-20
3923 Main Street N.E., being Resolutions of the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights
approving rental license revocation for failure to meet the requirements of the Property pso
Maintenance Codes.
MOTION: Move to close the public hearing and to waive the reading of Resolution Numbers
2009-18, 19, and 20, there being ample copies available to the public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution Numbers 2009-18, 19, and 20 being Resolutions of the
City Council ofthe City ofColumbia Heights approving revocation pursuant to City Code,
Chapter SA, Article IV, Section SA.408(A) ofthe rental licenses listed.
~. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A. Other Ordinances and Resolutions
1. Adopt Resolution 2009-21, being a Resolution establishing Pronertv Maintenance fees. Ps'
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2009-21, there being ample copies
available to the public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2009-21, establishing Property Maintenance fees.
2. Adopt Resolution 2009-22, being a Resolution establishing Fire Department fees. p59
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2009-22, there being ample copies
available to the public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2009-22, establishing Fire Department fees.
B. Bid. Considerations
C. Other Business
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Report of the City Manager and 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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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF COLUMBL~ HEIGIiTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 12, 2009
The following are the minutes for the regular meeting of the City Council held at 7:00 p.m. on
Monday, January 12, 2009 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, X90 40th AveiTUe N.E.,
Columbia Heights, MN. (Resolutions may be found at the end of this document).
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALLlINVOCATION
City Manager Walt Fehst gave the invocation.
Present: Mayor Peterson, Councilmember Nawrocki, Councilmember Diehm, Councilmember
Kelzenberg, Councilmember Williams (tardy)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGLANCE -recited
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA
Walt Fehst, City Manager, requested to table item K, telephone communication, until further
information is obtained.
Nawrocki requested discussion of special assessments on Tyler from 40 to 44t". City Council and
staff assignments should be on the agenda, update on possible budget changes, and report on the
January 5`" work session. On the Consent Agenda, the date of the minutes of Planning and
Zoning Commission should be January St". He asked to remove items E, H, J, M, O, P, Q, and V
from the Consent Agenda for discussion.
PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITION, ANNOUNCEMENTS, GUESTS
A. Oath of Office
(Completed upon the arrive of Councilmember Williams).
CONSENT AGENDA
City Manager Walt Fehst took Councilmembers through the Consent Agenda items:
A. Approve minutes of the December 8, 2008 City Council meeting
Motion to approve the minutes of the December 8, 2008 City Council meeting.
B. Accept minutes of the Columbia Heights Boards and Commissions.
Motion to accept the October 22, 2008 minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission.
Motion to accept the November 6, 2008 minutes of the Library Board.
Motion to accept the December 2, 2008 minutes of the Library Board.
Motion to accept the January 5, 2009 minutes of the Planning and. Zoning Commission.
C. Accept the 2009 City Council Work Session calendar as pro op sed•
Fehst stated this includes a Council work session on the first Monday of most months in the
year.
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i uvvrv~. ~ i v pp la~lon ivi iii~.mbers leaving third iv~viidavy' ~ open and iii~iJiiig the
September meeting to the first ~'Jednesda-y to accommodate liim.
Motion to accept the 2009 City Council Work Session calendar as proposed.
D. Establish Public Hearing -- Cable Rates
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Fehst stated. this is to schedule a hearing. We only have control over our channels.
Nawrocki stated that Congress took away our responsibility to control the general rates. He
stated that a resident questioned what we do with the five percent franchise fee.
Motion to establish a public hearing date of Monday, February 9, 2009, at 7:00 p.rn. or as
soon thereafter as possible, to permit interested persons an opportunity to express their views
on the basic services programming and equipment rates and installation charges Comcast
calculated in its March, 2008, rate filing.
E. Approve renewal of contracts for Public Library Services and Integrated Library System
(ILS) Services with Anoka County Library. -removed
F. Approve the Transfer of Funds for Drug Task Force ~DTF) from General Fund to Police
Dept Budget to Reimburse Overtime Fund
Motion to transfer $1,200, the amount of money received from Anoka County as partial
reimbursement for overtime worked by our member in the Anoka/Hennepin Drug Task
Force, for the fourth quarter of 2008 from the General Fund to the Police Department 2008
Budget line 1020, Overtime.
G. Approve the Transfer of Funds for Safe and Sober from General Fund to Police Dept 2008
Budget Overtime Fund
Motion to transfer $1,089.14 received as reimbursement from the Safe and Saber Program to
the Police Department 2008 Budget line #1020 -Overtime.
H. Adopt Resolution 2009-17, Authorizing Application for 2009 Community Development
Block Grant Funding -removed
I. Approve designation of the Official Newspaper for 2009.
Motion to designate Sun Focus News as the official City newspaper for 2009 and to
authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with Sun Focus News for
required publications.
J. Authorize Certain Interfund Transfers and Interfund Loan Terms removed
K. Approve Telephone System Consultant contract -tabled
L. Designate Official Depositories for the City of Columbia Heights
Nawrocki asked if the bank charges us for handling our account. Bill Elrite, Finance
Director, stated that there are some transaction and wire transfer charges, but normal fees are
waived. Nawrocki asked if we check the difference in fees by all local banks.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution 2009-07, there being ample copies available to
the public.
Motion_ to adopt Resolution 2009-0.7 being a resolution designating official depositories for
the City of Columbia Heights
M. Approve Public Works Blanket Purchase Orders for 2009 Purchases. -removed
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N. Adopt Resolution 2009-04, Adopting the Water Supply Plan -Water Emergency and
Conservation Plan
Fehst stated that this comprehensive plan was required by State Statute.
Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2009-04, there being ample copies available
to the public.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2009-04, being a Resolution approving the Columbia
Heights Water Supply Plan -Water Emergency and Conservation Plan.
O. Accepting1 the Feasibility Report for Zone 4 Street Rehabilitation and Ordering the Public
Improvement Hearing, City Project No. 0902 -removed
P. Accepting the Feasibility Report for Zone 1C and 3B Street Seal Coating and ordering_the
Public Improvement Hearing, Cit~ject No. 0901 -removed
Q. Approve Ramsdell. Park Master Plan -removed
R. Approval of the reissuance of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of
Columbia Heights at 1204-06 Cheery Lane N.E.
Motion to issue arental-housing license to Travis Kline to operate the rental property located
at 1204-06 Cheery Lane N.E. in that the provisions of the residential maintenance code have
been complied with.
S. Approval of the reissuance of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the Cites
Columbia Heights at 4l O1 5th Street N E
Motion to issue arental-housing license to Amir Shahsaband to operate the rental property
located at 4101 5th Street N.E. in that the provisions of the residential maintenance code
have been complied with.
T. 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 far January 12,
2009
U. Approve Business License Applications
Motion to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for January 12, 2009 as
presented.
V. Approve payment of the bills -removed
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg, to approve the Consent Agenda items with the
exception of items E, H, J, K, M, O, P, Q, and V. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Oath of office:
Mayor Peterson, Councilmember Williams, and Councilmember Nawrocki were sworn in to office
by City Clerk Muscovitz.
Councilmember Nawrocki read a statement thanking the public for their vote and Listing his concerns
regarding expenditures and staff information given.
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E. Approve renewal of contracts for Public Library Services and Integrated LibrarL st~ILS)
Services with Anoka Count L~ ibrary_
Nawrocki questioned the cost saving between Anoka County doing the work or doing it ourselves.
Becky Loader, Library Director, referred to meetings held and the compromise reached on technical
support. Our cost would. be $12,630 and $1.5,000 in equipment. The amount saved will be $20,206.
The charge back to our IS Department is $5,000. The rest of the cost is software, license fees, etc.
Nawrocki stated that the in-house cost is not free and we could only hope fora $7,000 savings.
Nawrocki indicated his hope for a recap on these savings at the end of the year.
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Williams, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a
contract ("Agreement to Provide Public Library Services") with the Anoka County Library. Upon
vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Williams, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a
contract (``Agreement for Integrated Library System Services") with the Anoka County Library.
Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
H. Adopt Resolution 2009-17, Authorizing Application for 2009 Community Development Block
Grant Funding
Nawrocki asked what other items were considered for the use of this money. Fehst stated this is a
follow up on housing issues in the Sheffield area allowing purchase and demolition. The
development would have no low income requirements. He stated that we compete for this money.
Nawrocki stated that the funding is set for demolition of ten buildings in the Sheffield district, which
could be a stretch, and does not indicate where the money will come from to buy the buildings. Fehst
stated that the City Council approved the extension of the TIF district to include this area of blighted
buildings.
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg, to waive the reading of Resolution 2009-17, there being
an ample amount of copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg, to Adopt Resolution 2009-17, a Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, Authorizing application for 2009 Anoka
County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for the purpose of demolition of up
to 10 buildings in the Sheffield Neighborhood in the amount of $200,000; and furthermore, to
submit said application to Anoka County. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
1. Authorize Certain Interfund Transfers and Interfund Loan Terms
Nawrocki questioned item #6, forgiving the interfund loan of $581,000 for the City's acquisition of
the EDA's share of 825 41St Avenue for the public safety building site. Where did the money that
was borrowed come from for that property and why wasn't this part of the cost of building the
facility. Elrite stated it is part of the cost of building the facility, but not a cost we could bond for
because it was not an arms length transaction between the City and the EDA. The money came from
fund 390. Nawrocki asked. for the balance of fund 390. Elrite stated there is only slightly more than
the loan was for and this will almost deplete the fund. Elrite gave the purchase history of the NEI
site. It was purchased for redevelopment, which would have repaid the fund.
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Nawrocki questioned item #7. Elrite stated that this property had a business and building when it
was purchased. Now the site is only land and we have to reflect the true market value. Elrite stated
that the true value of the Land will still be carried in the EDA fund.
Nawrocki questioned item #9. Elrite stated the transfer of $158,000 from the EDA business
revolving loan fund is because activity for the fund has ended, except for the K2 TIF District MURP
project. Nawrocki asked why the remaining funds do not go to the General fund. Elrite stated that in
the past it has been an EDA activity. Diehm stated that this is the EDA revolving loan fund and the
auditor recommends closure of these accounts. Nawrocki stated that request has not been received in
writing. He asked if the funds will be spent for items other than originally designated. Elrite stated
yes, it will be available for future EDA funding. Nawrocki suggested using the funds, considering
our current financial situation. Elrite stated that there is nothing to prohibit the City Council from
moving this money. Nawrocki asked that this be researched.
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg to waive the reading of Resolution 2009-01 there being
ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg to adopt Resolution 2009-01, being a resolution to
authorize certain interfund transfers and interfund loan terms.
Nawrocki questioned item #11, Murzyn Hall, indicating that the existing fund balance would be used
for the payment this year. Fehst stated it is staff's recommendation to put off the Ramsdell Park
improvements, accept the master plan, and use those funds to underwrite the cost of Murzyn Hall
improvements.
Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
M. Approve Public Works Blanket Purchase Orders for 2009 Purchases.
Nawrocki stated that our present bid for salt goes until June, so there is no need for funding until
then. Fuel bids with the State or County make sense, but there should be competitive bids for
bituminous paving. Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director, indicated that the salt is a 2009 budgetary
purchase and will exceed the $15,000 spending limit. As for city fuel costs, we plan to purchase 60
percent from the State contact and that price will hold for the year. The other 40 percent we will
purchase while watching the market. We take bids bituminous and stop box repairs, we do go out for
bids. This price is for local repairs. The water stop box pricing is a two year bid and is held for this
year. Nawrocki stated that residents can get their own contractor. He requested to see the contract for
water stop box repairs.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to authorize staft~to process blanket purchase orders in
an amount not-to-exceed the 2009 budget amounts for:
• De-icing salt for salt/sanding operations purchased off the State of Minnesota Purchasing
Contract, and
• Fuel (unleaded and diesel) for City Vehicles from the State of Minnesota Purchasing
Contract and the Anoka County Cooperative Agreement
® Bit~rt-~inOUS Asphalt fnr patching/paving City ctrePt~ anal alley g from Commercial Asphalt
• Curb stop repairs for delinquent accounts from Gene's Sewer and Water
Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
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O. Accepting the Feasibility Report for Zone 4 Street Rehabilitation and Ordering the Public
Improvement Hearing, City Project No. 0902
Nawrocki stated that he has a problem with authorizing street work when he can not evaluate the
need until the streets are clear. Hansen stated that city staff has rated the streets, Braun Intertec was
hired to test the strength of the streets, and we have done physical cuts of the streets. Staff also
physically counts the cracks to help make the recommendation on work required. Hansen stated that
Zone 4 is one of the lightest street programs, relevant to the amount of work required. There is only
one, 600 foot street recommended for full reconstruction. Delay of approval would create
difficulties. Fehst stated that staff information is available to the Council. Fehst requested a summary
be completed and included at the time of reporting. Hansen stated that the seal coating in this area
will be funded mainly by the city.
Nawrocki stated that the reports are difficult to understand, but he would like to look at the street and
see visible damage. Hansen indicated he would provide a summary report to the Council. The streets
are in relatively good shape except for one. Hansen stated his belief that there will be a larger area of
reconstruction in the years 2010 and 2011.
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg, to waive the reading of Resolution 2009-02, there being
ample copies available for the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg, to adopt Resolution No. 2009-02, which accepts the
Feasibility Report for Zone 4 Street Rehabilitation, City Project No. 0902, and calling for the Public
Improvement Hearing beginning at 6:30 p.m. on March 2nd, 2009. Upon vote: Kelzenberg, aye;
Williams, aye; Diehm, aye; Nawrocki, nay; Peterson, aye. 4ayes - 1 nay. Motion carried.
P. Accepting the Feasibility Report for Zone IC and 3B Street Seal Coating and orderinP the Public
Improvement Hearing, City Project No. 0901
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg, to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2009-03, there
being ample copies available to the public Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg, to adopt Resolution No. 2009-03, being a Resolution
accepting the Feasibility Report for Zone 1C 3B, City Project 0901, and calling for the Public
Improvement Hearing beginning at 7:00 p.m. on March 2nd, 2009. Upon vote: Kelzenberg, aye;
Williams, aye; Diehm, aye; Nawrocki, nay; Peterson, aye. 4ayes - 1 nay. Motion carried.
Q. Approve Ramsdell Park Master Plan
Fehst recommended acceptance of the Ramsdell Park Master Plan as submitted. With State aid
cutbacks, it is also recommended to put the project on hold and look at improvements sometime in
the future. Diehm indicated she felt it was important to accept the master plan. The Park
Commission and other commissions have put in a lot of time and effort into this project. She thanked
them for their work on this project.
Motion by Diehm, second by Kelzenberg, to accept the Master Plan as prepared by the Park
Planning firm of Brauer and Associates based upon a recommendation of the Park and. Recreation
Commission.
Nawrocki stated acceptance is premature, as there is no money to do the project this year and. the
City Council has not had any public hearings on this. Peterson stated this would accept the master
plan, but not allow bidding because of the economy. If there is a turnaround in the economy, it will
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be readdressed. The Park Commission has held public hearings and changes have been made as a
result of those hearings. Peterson stated that the only additional request he has had is to include a
skate park. Diehm stated that she was impressed with the changes implemented because of public
input. Nawrocki stated that this work was to be done last year, but funds were shuffled and it was put
off until this year. We should hear comments from residents. There is no rush to approve this and we
should have a hearing when it is convenient. Fehst stated the money has not been spent anywhere
else. If the Council so chooses, funds could supplant the Murzyn Hall improvement payments.
Upon vote: Kelzenberg, aye; Williams, aye; Diehm, aye; Nawrocki, nay; Peterson, aye. 4ayes -
nay. Motion carried.
Peterson stated that the Park Commission is qualified and did a lot of work on this plan. If we second
guess what they do, we should eliminate them and items would come directly to the City Council. If
they are doing a good job, we should not second guess them. Nawrocki stated that he was not
criticizing the Park Commission, but Council should hear resident comments directly. Peterson
commended the Park Commission for their work on this plan.
V. Approve payment of the bills
Nawrocki indicated that one bill was for the city's holiday party. It was not a local business. He
questioned if there were bids received, as we should give local businesses the opportunity to bid.
Fehst stated that we have used local businesses in the past, even though they have cost more.
Nawrocki requested bid information for this event.
Motion by Nawrocki second by Diehm, to approve the payment of the bills out of the proper fund as
listed in the attached register covering Check Number 128469 through Check Number 128860 in the
amount of $3,838,461.87. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Approval of a 15-foot front yard setback for parkinP, a 5-foot side yard setback for parking,
and a 24 square foot area variance for signaPe for the property at 4910 Central Avenue.
Jeff Sargent, City Planner, indicated that Border Foods has requested variances for Sonic
Restaurant parking, side yard parking, and the monument sign. This business will replace the
former blue car wash. Patrons would have to enter the property from the alley. The hardships
far the variances are driven by the 100 foot limited property width. The increased size of the
sign would direct traffic to the property. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-0 in
favor of these variances.
Nawrocki asked if the sign will abide by our time limits. Sargent stated that they would have
to abide by our ordinances and they are aware of our requirements. Nawrocki stated that
there is no employee parking on site. Sargent stated that initially, employees will be required.
to park off site. Our ordinance does not require employees to park on site. Nawrocki stated
that Sarna's does not allow employees to park on site and it causes concern with the
neighbors. It does not make sense to consider this. They will have adrive-up arrangement
with a voice system for taking orders. Sargent stated this is a drive-in restaurant, with the
wait staff on roller-skates. Fehst asked if music will be played. Sargent stated that one section
will be under a canopy. Like a gas station, there is ambient type music. The owners have not
had complaints at other locations and will be subject to our regulations. Nawrocki stated.
concern for neighbors across the alley regarding noise and parking. This shows a defect in
our ordinance, as we know there will be parking needed for employees.
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Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to waive the reading of Resolution 2009-14, there
being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to adopt Resolution No. 2009-14, approving a 15-
foot front yard parking setback for the construction of a Sonic Restaurant located at 4910
Central Avenue, subject to the conditions outlined in Resolution No. 2009-14.
Nawrocki asked again what consideration there will be for neighbors, relative to noise and
parking. Peterson stated that we will have to enforce our ordinances. He stated that this is a
commercial district. Noise was addressed by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Sargent
stated that we have minimum. standards for noise next to residential properties. If there are
complaints, we would. investigate. At this point, there is no need to feel that the noise would
be a problem. As for parking, the City Code requires six on site parking spaces. How the
business uses those spots is up to the business. Nawrocki stated that he did not feel stx
parking spaces were sufficient. Our ordinance needs to be reviewed to cover this type of
situation.
Diehm indicated to Councilmember Nawrocki that we can disagree, but that it is not
appropriate to question. staff's professionalism. We have been concerned about the car wash
on this site for a long time and we are working hard to redevelop that spot. The Sonic
restaurants are great and we are excited to have them at that spot.
Barb Snyder, Sonic representative, indicated the business would comply with City
ordinances regarding LED signs, as they comply with other city ordinances. We will work to
obtaining off site parking and have done so at another site. At some sites parking is not
necessary. As for neighbors, we respect our neighbors and if we need to meet with them, we
will, as they are our customers.
Kelzenberg questioned the touch screen menu. Snyder stated it is a red button and customers
would talk to the employee in the restaurant. The interchange is very compact. Kelzenberg
stated he looks forward. to being a customer. Fehst stated his understanding that there may be
an initial "rush" of business, and indicated his hope that they are as successful as the
restaurant on 40t" and University. If there are lines of cars waiting, that is a good thing. Fehst
wished them the best.
Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to waive the reading of Resolution 2009-15, there
being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to adopt Resolution No. 2009-I5, approving a 5-foot
side yard parking setback for the construction of a Sonic Restaurant located at 4910 Central
Avenue, subject to the conditions outlined in Resolution No, 2009-I5. Upon vote: All ayea>
Motion carried.
Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to waive the reading of Resolution 2009-16, there
being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: A11 ayes. Motion carried.
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Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to adopt Resolution No. 2009-16, approving a 24
square foot area variance for the monument sign for a new Sontc Restaurant located at 4910
Central Avenue, subject to the conditions outlined in Resolution No. 2009-16. Upon vote: All
ayes. Motion carried.
B. Adopt Resolutions 2009-09, 3947 Arthur Street N.E., 2009-11, 4601-03 Pierce Street N.E.,
2009-12, 4338 2nd Street N.E., and 2009-13, 230 44th Avenue N.E. being Resolutions of the
City Council of the City of Columbia Heights approving rental license revocation for failure
to meet the requirements of the Property Maintenance Codes.
Fire Chief Gary Gorman listed the reasons for license revocation requests:
• 2009-09, 3947 Arthur Street N.E. -failure to submit license application and fees.
• 4601-03 Pierce Street N.E. -failure to submit Iicense application and fees and schedule
an inspection
• 2009-12, 4338 2nd Street N.E. failure to submit license application and fees and schedule
an inspection
• 2009-13, 230 44th Avenue N.E. failure to submit license application and fees and
schedule an inspection
Nawrocki stated that the house on 2°d Street looks empty. Gorman stated that we revoke a
license if it is not renewed.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to close the public hearing and to waive the
reading of Resolution Numbers 2009-09, 11, 12 and 13 being ample copies available to the
public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams, to adopt Resolution Numbers 2009-09, 11, 12
and 13 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.
Miscellaneous -
City Council Liaison appointments
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Williams, that current committee liaison appointments, of
Council members and Staff, be continued as is and that Councilmember Diehm be
reappointed as Council President. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
Special Assessments
Hansen addressed the question of how assessments are applied to our dead. end streets. There
are a very small number and are covered by a staff policy. Information. has been. distributed
on how the policy has been applied. Hansen stated that the determination depends on which
direction the home's entrance faces. There are locations that pay a street and avenue charge.
This policy has been so applied for at least the last 30 years. Sample areas are: Tyler, Lincoln
Terrace, and Pierce. Kathy Young, Assistant City Engineer was also present to answer
n~i,ir; gtinLr;c,
Nawrocki stated. that he did not see a difference in these streets. He stated that no work was
done on 44t~' and yet we charged Tyler residents.
Motion by Nawrocki to refund property owners on Tyler Street the avenue charge they were
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assessed for seal coasting work done on Tyler Street, leaving the street charge that they were
properly charged for.
Peterson asked if there are other similar situations. Hansen stated yes, on Ulysses, Pierce, and
Lincoln.. Hansen again explained the determination is by how the house is situated on the lot.
Nawrocki read the assessing policy for cul-de-sac streets.
Peterson called for a second to the motion. No second was received. Motion died for lack of
a second.
Peterson stated that this assessment policy has been in place for all of his 25 years with the
City.
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A. Other Ordinances and Resolutions- none
B. Bid Considerations -none
C. Other Business -none
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Report of the City Manager
Fehst stated. that in December, because of the projected 2008 deficit, the Governor un-allotted
$338,000 in 2008 State aid. We anticipated receiving that money and spent it in anticipation.
Fortunately, we under spent our budget by close to that amount. There is no way to get the 2009
State aid cuts back, as it was announced after the budget deadline. Because of meetings held by
the Legislature and the League of Minnesota Cities, we anticipate a cut of $700,000 or more for
the year 2009. We will not find out the exact reduction in government aid until May. We can not
wait that long and are looking at expenditure reductions, such as unpaid furloughs and layoffs.
Two meetings were held to inform city employees. Administrative staff will meet with union
business agents. Our employees understand that things are tough. Every type of reduction is on
the table, including unpopular items. If there was an ambulance in our town, we could save a lot
of money, but we do not. We hope to combine some park work and recreation education with the
schools or City of Fridley. We have to look at re-engineering how we do business. We are not
hiring anyone in non-essential positions. There is an essential library position that needs to be
filled, but they have been asked to look at reducing operating hours. We should consider not
being in the business of running Parkview Villa North and South. Employees asked. if we could
not see it coming. With double digit tax increases, we could not supplant the budget. Council
needs to look at reductions within the next month or month and a half. Asking staff to take an 80
hour furlough is a lot. We do not feel that we can expect or count on that next year. We may be
looking at a reduction of $700,000 as a best case scenario. The Governor may cut aII State aid,
but he does not want Police or Fire reductions. He does not make these decisions for us.
Peterson stated that the City Manager takes this situation very seriously, and does so with as little
pain to employees as possible.
Nawrocki compliment the City Manager for taking a hard look at expenses. He discussed
combining services with a Fridley Councilmember. They suggested a joint meeting of City
Councils. Nawrocki suggested terminating membership with the Metro League. Values First has
ended and that will save fiends. We need to think hard before dropping Parkview Villa, as there
are ties with HUD and a management agreement. We receive revenue from the rent. He
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requested a report on these funds used to finance department expenses. Nawrocki stated that the
employee meeting focused on the loss of LGA and not on the property tax revenue including
HRA and County HRA funds. Seasonal increases approved at the last meeting will be withheld.
Report of the City Attorney -nothing to report
CITIZENS FORUM
Peterson asked the students present to come forward and introduce themselves.
James Ehlenz, staff writer for the school newspaper, questioned why Ramsdell Park had been
chosen for improvements. Fehst indicated that two other parks have already been upgraded. This
master plan would include a skate park. Unfortunately, the project is now on hold. Fehst explained
Park Dedication fees. He stated the intention was to redo the wading pool and the ball area for
women with a soccer overlay. Peterson stated that he is impressed with this newspaper and
requested copies be dropped off at City Hall.
Braden Ericson, Columbia Heights 9`" grader from Mr. Chedas' Civics class introduced himself.
Nawrocki added to the Manager's report a request to remove the graffiti at 40"' and Circle Terrace
and indicated that the rubbish hauler is leaving containers in the street after dumping them causing
a problem for snow plows.
Tim and Kathleen Donahue, new owners of the Star Bar and Grill, introduced themselves. Fehst
thanked them for staying the entire meeting. Diehm and Peterson welcomed them. Kelzenberg
asked if there would be changes to the business. Nawrocki stated that with the previous owners
there were noise issues and asked that they give consideration to the residents of the high rise
behind their building. Donahue stated they were aware of those issues and will take care of it.
Diane DeLauro, 4129 Madison, stated she seen this meeting on cable TV and had to come to say
how excited she was that there will be a Sonic restaurant in Columbia Heights.
DeWayne Morrell, 4212 Reservoir, suggested blocking the alley by the Sonic at one end. Peterson
stated that is the only entrance and exit they wilt have and blocking the alley would not be
possible. The Traffic Commission will address traffic issues. The first month or two there will be
a lot of traffic, but it will settle down. It is a commercial property and should have access.
Deb Johnson, 4626 Pierce Street, corrected her statement from the last meeting indicating that she
pays $3,000 in property tax. The problem property across the street from her was torn down in one
hour. They separated the demo material for recycling. People that strip properties that they
abandon should be charged with a crime. Peterson asked her if the Sheffield area neighbors are
happy with the progress in their area, even though it is slow. Johnson stated that the neighbors
were pleased with the demolition of this property. She indicated it would be nice to see more
movement at Grand Central Lofts. Fehst stated that the trailers are in place for commercial
development. Thev are meeting with our Community Development department tomorrow.
COUNCIL CORNER
Kelzenberg
• Congratulation to the Columbia Heights basketball. team in their defeat of Totino Grace
• Hopes everyone has a happy and prosperous new year
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Williams
It is fun to hear that people are excited about Sonic Foods. It will mean more taxes and more
jobs for our city.
Williams thanked his friends and neighbors for reelecting him. Our attitude is important. We
are alive and healthy. Be positive. Encourage more businesses to come to our town. Tough
times never last -tough people do.
Diehm
• Statistics from our Fire Department show a record number of calls in 2008. We are looking
to see how we can make all departments more efficient, but we want to let them know we
appreciate all of their hard work
• Thursday, February 19, SACA will hose a spaghetti dinner fundraiser at Murzyn Hall
• The Empty Bowls fundraiser will be held March 24tH
Nawrocki
Hope that the Sonic does well, but is concerned about the impact on residents.
Repeated earlier comments about questions he asks to keep the public informed. Consent
agenda was established for items like the bills.
Goes through the bill list. We have a lot of consulting contracts and it has been a long time
since some of them have come to the Council for approval. Requested a list of them and
requested we review our legal contract.
Peterson
• Sometimes it is hard. to get the floor to ask questions. We have a good staff. They don't throw
money away. Stated his faith in our Department Heads and employees. The four of us do not
try to squelch information; we will give information, or it can be obtained at the Library, City
Hall or from staff. We receive a draft agenda on Wednesdays and changes can be requested
prior to Friday. Sometimes there are things that need to be discussed, but we can call and ask
staff to have the information available at our meeting.
• We will have a new President and staff. They need our prayers. Attitude is important.
• Pray for our service men and women.
• Don't take ourselves too seriously - do a random act of kindness.
ADJOUPI~TMENT
Mayor Peterson adjourned at 9:49 p.m.
Patricia Muscovitz CMC
City Clerk.
RESOLUTION N0.2009-07
liE$"tONrA'1'E UI•'1•'IC;IAL 1llEYOSI'T ORIES FOIL T`IIE CITY VN (:t~LUivtislA HEl(ili'1'S
1T IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that Northeast Bank, Wells Fargo Bank of Minnesota, N.A., and tJ.S. Bank are hereby
designated as depositories of the funds of this corporation.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, that checks, drafts, or other withdrawal orders issued against the funds of this corporation on
deposit with said banks shall be signed by the following:
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Mayor
City Manager
Treasurer
and that said banks are hereby fully authorized to pay and charge to the account of this corporation any checks, drafts, or
other withdrawal orders.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Northeast Bank, Wells Fargo Bank of Minnesota, N.A., and U.S. Bank are
designated depositories of the corporation be and it is hereby requested, authorized and directed to honor checks, drafts or
other orders for the payment of money drawn in this corporation's name, including those drawn to the individual order of any
person or persons whose name or names appear thereon as signer or signers thereof, when bearing or purporting to bear the
facsimile signatures of the following;
Mayor
City Manager
Treasurer
and that Northeast Bank, Wells Fargo Bank of Minnesota, N.A., and U.S. Bank shall be entitled to honor and to charge this
corporation for all such checks, drafts or other orders, regardless of by whom or by what means the facsimile signature or
signatures thereon may have been affixed thereto, if such facsimile signature or signatures resemble the facsimile specimens
duly certified to or filed with the Banks by the Treasurer or other officer of his corporation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any and all resolutions heretofore adopted by the City Council of the corporation and
certified to as governing the operation of this corporation's account(s) with it, be and are hereby continued in full force and
effect, except as the same may be supplemented or modified by the foregoing part of this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all transactions, if any relating to deposits, withdrawals, re-discounts and borrowings by
or on behalf of this corporation with said banks prior to the adoption of this resolution be, and the same hereby are, in all
things ratified, approved and confirmed.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any bank or savings and loan located in the State of Minnesota may be used as
depositories for investments purposes so long as the investments comply with authorized investments as set forth in
Minnesota Statutes.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any brokerage firm located in the State of Minnesota may be used as a depository for
investment purposes so long as the investments comply with the authorized investments as set forth in Minnesota Statutes.
RESOLUTION N0.2009-04
BEING A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A WATER EMERGENCY AND CONSERVATION PLAN
WATER EMERGENCY AND CONSERVATION PLAN
WHEREAS, THIS RESOLUTION was passed this 12`h day of January, 2009, by the City of Columbia Heights in Anoka
County, Minnesota. The Municipal Corporation shall hereinafter be called the "City"
WHEREAS, the "City" is required to have a Water emergency and Conservation Plan approved by the Department of Natural
Resources (DNR).
WHEREAS, the "City" has completed the second generation plan on the MNDNR Template, and
WHEREAS, the Commission of Natural Resources has approved the City Plan
WHEREAS, MNDNR Plan approval becomes effective upon the adoption of the plan by the Council.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
That the City of Columbia Heights Water Emergency and Conservation Plan is hereby approved.
RESOLUTION 2009-17
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA AUTHORIZING
APPLICATION FOR 2009 ANOKA COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDING
FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEMOLITION OF UP TO i0 BUli.illI'NGS IN THE SHEFFIELD NEIGHBORHOOD iN THE
AMOiiNT GF ~20G,OG0; Ai~1D F URTHERiviGRE, TG SUBiviiT SAID APPLICATION TG ANOKA COUNTY
WHEREAS, the City is undergoing extensive redevelopment efforts within in the area known as the Sheffield
neighborhood, and
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WHERAS, the City has identified redevelopment objectives through a Sheffield Neighborhood Action Plan which calls for
multiple strategies involving acquisition and demolition of blighted property in addition to community oriented policing
actions, and
WHEREAS, the City desires to purchase up to ten houses in the subject area using a variety of funds, and
WHEREAS, the City is seeking Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in an amount up to $200,000 to us
for demolition purposes, and
WHEREAS, the use of CDBG grants for demolition is consistent with the program's national objective of aiding in the
prevention or elimination of slum or blight, and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights acts as the legal sponsor for the 2009 Community
Development Block Grant Program to be submitted by January 17, 2009; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights has the legal authority to apply for financial assistance, and
the institutional, managerial, and financial capability to ensure adequate project administration; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights has not violated any federal, state, or local laws pertaining
to fraud, bribery, graft, kickbacks, collusion, conflict of interest or unlawful or con•upt practice; and
BE [T FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager or as required, the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute such
agreements as are necessary to implement the project(s) on behalf of the applicant; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota has authorized
staff to submit an application for $200,000 for demolition of up to 10 buildings in the Sheffield neighborhood.
RESOLUTION N0.2009-01
BEING A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CERTAIN INTERFUND TRANSFERS AND INTERFUND LOAN TERMS
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights has maintained certain separate funds listed below, and
WHEREAS, the purposes for which these funds were created and maintained separately have been satisfied or expired; and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights has determined it advantageous and cost-effective to consolidate its various
funds' interests in the land at 825 415` Avenue NE under a single fund; and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights has issued certain interfund loans to the Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority, the terms of which no longer reflect the current use and/or values of the land financed by said
interfund loans; and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights has determined the need to provide temporary interfund financing for certain
renovations at the City's Murzyn Hall Property;
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City Of Columbia Heights, that the City of Columbia Heights
authorizes the following interfund transfers and interfund loan terms effective December 31, 2008:
1. Transfer ending fund balance of Fund 887 Flex Benefit to the General Fund l Ol, and reclassify the flex benefit
activity as part of the General Fund.
2. Transfer the ending fund balance of Fund 250 C.H.A.S.E. to Fund 261 After School Programs.
3. Transfer ending fund balance of Fund 290 Parking Ramp Assessments to Fund 405 Downtown Parking
Maintenance.
4. Transfer ending fund balances of TIF Fund 386 and. TIF Fund 370 to TIF Fund 379.
5. Transfer ending fund balance of Fund 436 Liquor Capital Construction to Fund 439 Liquor Debt Service.
6. Forgive the $600,000 interfund loan (reference resolution 2004-04) from Fund 390 Four Cities Bonds to Fund 204
EDA Administration as follows:
• $581,962.50 in payment for the City's acquisition of the EDA's share of 825 415C Avenue NE, calculated at the
01/01/08 carrying value.
• $18,037.50 as a transfer to close out the loan.
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7, Transfer all the component pieces of the land at 825 415` Avenue that are held by City and the EDA funds, calculated
at the 01/01/08 carrying value including capitalized demolition costs, to Fund 417 Public Safety Building
Construction as follows:
• $581,962.50 from Fund 204 EDA Administration.
• $365,585.87 from Fund 202 Anoka County CDBG.
• $ 23,877.88 from Fund 420 Capital Improvement Development.
8. Transfer ending fund balance of Fund 390 Four Cities Bonds to Fund 401 Capital Improvement Fund.
9. Transfer ending fund balance of Fund 299 EDA Business Revolving Loans to Fund 204 EDA Administration.
10. Forgive $400,000 of the $800,000 interfund loan (reference resolution 2004-60) from City Fund 420 Capital
Improvement Development to Fund 204 EDA Administration, making the $400,000 forgiven a 2008 transfer.
11. Loan $930,227 from Fund 431 Capital Equipment Replacement General Government to Fund 411 Capital
Improvement General Government Buildings at 0% interest.
RESOLUTION N0.2009-02
BEING A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR ZONE 4
STREET REHABILITATION AND ORDERING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT HEARING, CITY PROJECT NO. 0902
WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted a Street Rehabilitation Program which divides the City into seven zones, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 2008-230, a report has been prepared by the City Engineer with reference to the
Zone 4 area of the Street Rehabilitation Program, and
WHEREAS, Zone 4 is bounded by University Avenue and Central Avenue, from 48th Avenue to 53`d Avenue (North
Corporate Limit).
WHEREAS, the report provides information regarding whether the proposed project is feasible, necessary and cost effective,
and
Said report is hereby received by the City Council of Columbia Heights on January 12, 2009.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
1. 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 $450,000.
2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 2°d day of March, 2009, 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.
RESOLUTION N0.2009-03
BEING A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR ZONE 1 C AND 3B STREET SEAL
COATING AND ORDERING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT HEARING CITY PROJECT - NO. 0901
WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted a Street Rehabilitation Program which divides the City into seven zones, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 2008-231, a report has been prepared by the Director of Public Works with reference
to the Zone 1C and 3B Street Seal Coating Program, and
WHEREAS, Zone 1C is bounded by Central Avenue and Taylor Street, from 45'h Avenue to 47th Avenue, and
WHEREAS, Zone 3B is bounded by Central Avenue and Stinson Boulevard, from 49th Avenue to North Corporate Limit,
and
WHEREAS, two additional streets are included in the project, Stinson Boulevard, from 45`h Avenue to Cul-de-sac and
Khyber Lane, and
WHEREAS, tl7e report provides information regarding whether the proposed project is feasible, necessary and cost effective,
and
Said report is hereby received by the City Council of Columbia Heights on January 12, 2009.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
1. 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 $55,000.
2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 2°'~ day of March, 2009, in the City Council
i cn th n n n• i i t
Chambers at .~y0 40 Avenue N.>/. at 6:Ov P.M. and tl~e amity Clerk shalt give inaued af,d piit~list-ied notice of sucl;
hearing and improvement as required by law.
RESOLUTION N0.2009-14
RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE FROM CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS ZONING CODE FOR BORDER FOODS, INC. d/b/a SONIC RESTAURANT
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WHEREAS, a proposal (Case # 2009-0102) has been submitted by Border Foods to the City Council requesting a variance
from the City of Columbia Heights Zoning Code at the following site:
ADDRESS: 4910 Central Avenue
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall.
THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING RELIEF: A 15-foot front yard parking setback variance per Code
Section 9.110 (C).
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the City Zoning Code on January 6, 2009;
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission regarding the
effect of the proposed variance upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as
any concern related to traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety, in the surrounding area;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that the City Council accepts
and adopts the following findings of the Planning Commission:
1. Because of the particular physical surroundings, or the shape, configuration, topography, or other conditions of
the specific parcel of land involved, where strict adherence to the provisions of this Ordinance would cause
undue hardship.
2. The conditions upon which the variance is based are unique to the specific parcel of land involved and are
generally not applicable to other properties within the same zoning classification.
3. The difficulty or hardship is caused by the provisions of this Ordinance and has not been created by any person
currently having legal interest in the property.
4. The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan.
5. The granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or materially injurious to
the enjoyment, use, development or value of property or improvements in the vicinity.
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached plans, maps, and other information shall become part of this variance and
approval; and in granting this variance the city and the applicant agree that this variance shall become null and void if the
project has not been completed within one 11) calendar year after the approval date, subject to petition for renewal of the
permit.
CONIDTIONS ATTACHED:
1. A11 application materials including maps, drawings, and descriptive information submitted with
the application shall become part of the permit.
RE50LIJTION N0.2009-15
RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE FROM CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS ZONING CODE FOR BORDER FOODS, INC. d/b/a SONIC RESTAURANT
WHEREAS, a proposal (Case # 2009-0102) has been submitted by Border Foods, Inc. to the City Council requesting a
variance from the City of Columbia Heights Zoning Code at the following site:
ADDRESS: 4910 Central Avenue
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall.
THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING RELIEF: A 5-foot side yard parking setback variance per Code
Section 9.110 (C).
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the City Zoning Code on January 6, 2009;
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission regarding the
effect of the proposed variance upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as
any concern related to traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety, in the surrounding area;
NOW, TEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that the City Council accepts
and adopts the following findings of the Planning Commission:
1. Because of the particular physical surroundings, or the shape, configuration, topography, or other conditions of
the specific parcel of land involved, where strict adherence to the provisions of this Ordinance would cause
undue hardship.
2. The conditions upon ti:~hich the variance is based are unique ±e the specific parcel of land involved and are
gen?rally not applicable to other properties within the same zoning classifcation.
3. The difficulty or hardship is caused by the provisions of this Ordinance and has not been created by any person
currently having legal interest in the property.
4. The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan.
5. The granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or materially injurious to
the enjoyment, use, development or value of property or improvements in the vicinity.
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FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached plans, maps, and other information shall become part of this variance and
approval; and in granting this variance the city and the applicant agree that this variance shall become null and void if the
project has not been completed within one (1) calendar year after the approval date, subject to petition for renewal of the
permit.
CON[DTIONS ATTACHED:
I. All application materials including maps, drawings, and descriptive information submitted with the
application. shall become part of the permit.
RESOLUTION N0.2009-16
RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE FROM CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS ZONING CODE FOR BORDER FOODS, INC. d/b/a SONIC RESTAURANT
WHEREAS, a proposal (Case # 2009-0102) has been submitted by Border Foods, Inc. to the City Council requesting a
variance from the City of Columbia Heights Zoning Code at the following site:
ADDRESS: 4910 Central Avenue
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall.
THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING RELIEF: A 24 square foot area variance for the construction of a
monument sign per Code Section 9.106 (P)(12).
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the City Zoning Code on January 6, 2009;
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission regarding the
effect of the proposed variance upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as
any concern related to traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety, in the surrounding area;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights that the City Council accepts
and adopts the following findings of the Planning Commission:
1. Because of the particular physical surroundings, or the shape, configuration, topography, or other conditions of
the specific parcel of land involved, where strict adherence to the provisions of this Ordinance would cause
undue hardship.
2. The conditions upon which the variance is based are unique to the specific parcel of land involved and are
generally not applicable to other properties within the same zoning classification.
3. The difficulty or hardship is caused by the provisions of this Ordinance and has not been created by any person
cun•ently having legal interest in the property.
4. The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan.
5. The granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or materially injurious to
the enjoyment, use, development or value of property or improvements in the vicinity.
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached plans, maps, and other information shall become part of this variance and
approval; and in granting this variance the city and the applicant agree that this variance shall become null and void if the
project has not been completed within one (1) calendar year after the approval date, subject to petition for renewal of the
permit.
CONIDTIONS ATTACHED:
1. All application materials including maps, drawings, and descriptive information submitted with the
application shall become part of the permit.
RESOLUTION 2009-09
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 Segundo Ramon (Hereinafter "License
Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 3947 Arthur 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 December 1, 2008 of an public
hearing to be held on January 12, 2009.
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 Colwnbia Heights makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
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1. That on or about July 15, 2008, inspection office staff sent a letter requesting the owner of the property to renew the
rental license for this property. The letter was mailed by regular mail to the owner at the address listed in the
property records.
2. That on December 1, 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.
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 renewal rental license application and
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
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by license number F8634 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 2009-11
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 Joseph Krasky (Hereinafter "License Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 4601-4603 Pierce 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 December 22, 2008 of an public
hearing to be held on January 12, 2009.
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 about December 10, 2008, inspection office staff sent a letter requesting the owner of the property to
submit a rental license application and schedule a rental inspection for this property. The letter was mailed by
regular mail to the owner at the address listed in the property records.
2. That on December 22, 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.
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 schedule a rental property inspection and failure
to submit renewal rental license application and 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 lII SA.306 and SA.303(A).
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The rental license belonging to the License I-Iolder described herein and identified by license number U4601 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.
F~SOLJTION 2009=12
Regol~~tinn of the City C'punril fir the City of Columbia Heights apprpyipg rPyncatinn pursuant to (`ity ('ode, Chapter SA,
Article IV, Section SA.408(A) of that certain residential rental license held by Nala Properties (Hereinafter "License
Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 4338 2°d Street N.E. Columbia Heights, Minnesota,
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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 December 18, 2008 of an public
hearing to be held on January 12, 2009.
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 about December 3, 2008, inspection office staff sent a letter requesting the owner of the property to
submit a rental license application and schedule a rental inspection for this property. The letter was mailed by
regular mail to the owner at the address listed in the property records.
2. That on December 18, 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.
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 schedule a rental. property inspection and failure
to submit renewal rental license application and 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
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by license number U4338 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 2009-13
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 Ryan Riemenschneider (Hereinafter "License
Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 230 44`h Avenue 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 December 22, 2008 of an public
hearing to be held on January 12, 2009.
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 about December 1, 2008, inspection office staff sent a letter requesting the owner of the property to
submit a rental license application. and schedule a rental inspection for this property. The letter was mailed by
regular mail to the owner at the address listed in the property records.
2. That on December 22, 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.
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 schedule a rental property inspection and failure
to submit renewal rental license application and 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 lll SA.306 and SA.303(A).
ORDER OF CCUl`~CiL
1. The rental license belonging to the License Helder described herein and identified by license number U230 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.
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2009 COUNCIL/CITY STAFF ASSIGNMENTS
Commission
Telecommunications Commission
Library Board
Park & Recreation Commission
Planning & Zoning Commission
Traffic Commission
Suburban Rate Authority
National League of Cities
League of Minnesota Cities
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities
Rice Creek Watershed Advisory board
North Star Corridor
Joint Law Enforcement Council
Youth Initiative Commission
Charter Commission
Neighborhood Watch and
Citizen Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Bruce Nawrocki
Bruce Kelzenberg
Gary Peterson / Bobby Williams -alternate
Gary Peterson / Bobby Williams -alternate
Bruce Kelzenberg
Bruce Nawrocki /Public Works Director -alternate
Gary Peterson / Councilmembers -alternates
Bruce Nawrocki / Council/City Manager-alternate
Bruce Nawrocki /City Manager -alternate
Bobby Williams /Kevin Hansen. -alternate
Bruce Nawrocki
Gary Peterson / Chief of Police -alternate
Bobby Williams
Tami Diehm /Gary Peterson -alternate
Gary Peterson /Bobby Williams -alternate
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THE MINUTES OF THE
TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
FROM
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, 2009
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Dennis Stroik, Chairperson.
ROLL CALL: Members Present
Excused Members:
Council Representative:
City Representative:
Comcast Representative:
Legal Counsel:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Dennis Stroik, Robert Peltier, Reuben Ruen, Ken Henke, Brad
Peterson, and Dan Swee.
Bob Buboltz
Bruce Nawrocki
Linda Magee
Kathi Donnelly-Cohen
Steve Guzzetta
Motion by Peltier, seconded by Ruen, to approve the minutes of May 1 S, 2008. All ayes. Motion Passed.
OLD BUSINESS
A. Channel Check
Stroik conducted the channel check. No problems were found.
B. Correspondence Log and Follow Up on Complaints
Complaint from Ron Cadieux of 667 45th Ave from July 2008 was included in the agenda packet. His
complaint related to confusion about being charged for the Sports Tier when he was unaware he had it,
even though he admitted watching some of the programming offered in that tier. Comcast agreed to
credit him 6 months worth of service. He expected more than 2 years of credit. A copy of the letter he
was sent was included for the commissioners to review.
C. Status of Franchise Renewal
Guzzetta reported that Comcast submitted a Draft Agreement to the City in September 2008. Walt,
Linda, Bruce Nawrocki and Legal Counsel have met to go over the proposal and to gain input from
staff. Guzzetta is working on a response that he should have to city staff by next week. Once it is
reviewed and finalized, it will be submitted to Comcast.
Bruce Nawrocki asked what type of additional comments were submitted by staff. Linda stated most of
the comments were from The Public Works Director regarding Right of Way matters. She will forward
the comments to him.
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JANUARY 15, 2009
PAGE 2
D. Various Notices Received in 2008
Since the Commission has not met since May 2008, copies of various notices received in 2008 were
included in the agenda packets. These included the following:
1. May 20, 2008-Addition of CSPAN3 and Fuse.
2. July 11, 2008-Addition of Big Ten Network anal Music Choice to Basic service tiers.
3. July 17, 2008-News release regarding agreement to reduce online child pornography.
4. August 28, 2008-Notice to subscribers regarding policies and procedures for service and
equipment.
5. September 22, 2008-Notice of channel line up changes.
6. September 30, 2008-Notice that VersusHD will replace MOJO.
~. October 22, 2008-Improvements to high-speed Internet service.
8. November 13, 2008-Notice of updated billing statement.
9. December 4, 2008-tpt Kids being discontinued.
C. Other Old Business
*Guzzetta asked if there was still a problem with Video On Demand. Kathi reported it was determined
that it was a vendor problem and that it is being addressed. She stated that only soiree subscribers
experienced problems, it was not system wide.
*There was a discussion regarding those customers that are hooked up to Universal Service and whether
a digital converter box would be needed when the change over takes place. Kathi told members that
those customers would need to have a digital box in order to receive the network stations.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Receipt of 2"d & 3`d Quarters, 2008 Franchise Fees
A copy of the Franchise Fees for 2"d & 3`d Quarter 2008 were enclosed in the agenda
packets.
B. Notice of New HD Triple Play Packages
Notice was received regarding new HD triple play packages being offered to customers starting
December 8, 2008. Coincast is also changing the name for the Digital Premier Service to Total
Premium. Kathi reported the packages have been well received with many customers subscribing to
them.
C. Notice of Public Hearing re: Cable Rates
A copy of the Council Letter calling for a Public Hearing regarding Cable Rates calculated in
Comcast's March, 2008 rate filing was included in the agenda packets for the commissioner's
i°evicw. Staff will be i•equestiiig the Council set a Public Heai'iiig for P~oiiday, February 9, 2009, as
the Ci%y is a certified rate regulation aut~riorit-y. A cor-r-parison of t~rie iY~aXirnurn permitted rates, to
the actual rates were included in the agenda letter.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION MINUTES
JANUARY 15, 2009 2s
PAGE 3
D. Rate Orders of March 2008 for Basic Programming and Equipment and Installation Rates
Guzzetta presented options from which the City may, at this point, select in addressing Comcast's
rate filings:
1. Do nothing-the City would remain certified to regulate rates and could review and act on future
rate filings from Comcast, or
2. Issue rate orders preserving the City's right to the extent possible. The City would retain the
right to look at underlying data, calculations, and assumptions in the context of a future rate
filing.
Rate Orders regarding the maximum permitted basic programming service rates as set forth in FCC
Form 1240 (Resolution 2009-OS), and the maximum permitted equipment and installation rates as
set forth in FCC Form 1205 (Resolution 2009-06) were included in the packets for the commission's
review.
Motion by Henke, seconded by Peterson, that the Commission recommend the City Council adopt
Resolution 2009-OS and 2009-06. All ayes. MOTION PASSED.
A. Notice of Price Adjustment Effective January 1, 2009 for Video Services
Notice of the price adjustments effective January 1, 2009 for various video services and packages
were included in the packet. Increases averaged about 2.9% over last year's prices. These increases
do not affect the basic programming and equipment rates that are the rates the City can regulate.
B. Notice of Price Adjustments effective January 1, 2009 for High Speed Internet
Notice of price increases for High Speed Internet Service effective January 1, 2009 was included in
packet.
G. Other New Business
1) Also brought to member's attention was a notice dated January 6, 2009 regarding changes being
made by Twin Cities Public Television regarding tpt Create and tpt Life. Comcast also informed the
city that beginning January 21, 2009 a new subscription video on demand service called "Disney
Family Movies" will. be available as an option on Comcast On Demand Channel 1.
2) Notice was received that HBO has given permission for its coverage of the "We Are One"
Inaugural kick-off celebration event on January 18, 2009 to be broadcast to all Comcast subscribers
at no extra fee.
3) Kathi told members that Smart Zone will provide a new home page for Internet access users.
4) Nawrocki told members the City is possibly looking at getting a new phone system since the one
currently in use is out of date and parts arc getting hard to find. Since they wilt be seeki~;g proposals
foi` ti;e pl;oj;e systen; at the new Public Safety Building, they are co„templati-ig replaci;;g ti;e ei;tire
system at the same time. If any of the members have any suggestions or comments he would like
them forwarded to Bill Elrite as he will be the one making a recommendation to the Council on
hiring a consultant to guide staff on this matter.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION MINUTES
JANUARY 15, 2009
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Linda said they are considering a voice over IP system which drew comments from the members.
Guzzetta told. Linda to have Mr. Elrite contact Terre Heiser from the City of Roseville since he just
recently went through this process and he should be able to provide invaluable information.
5) Stroik reported he has experienced problems with his TV, DVR, and. VCR locking in on the
correct time. Time differences occur which affects recording programs. Kathi has never heard of
this type of complaint before and does not have an explanation for it.
REPORTS
A. Report of Commissioners
Education-Nothing to report
Library- Nothing to report
Public-Nothing to report
Government-Nothing to report
B. Report of Comcast-
The reports of May 2008-December 2008 were included in the agenda packets for the commissioners to
review. Kathi answered questions from the members regarding outages and equipment problems. She
also included a listed Definition of Terms for reference.
Henke questioned the reason for a drop in the telephone service level stats. He wondered if the calls
were being outsourced to another country. Kathi stated that all the calls are handled locally and if the
volume becomes such that they are outsourced, it is done within the US.
C. Report of Cable Attorney
Nothing further to report.
D. Report of the Assistant to the City Manager
Nothing further to report.
Motion by Henke, seconded by Ruen, to adjou~~n the meeting at 7:50 prn. All ayes.
Respectfiiily submitted,
Shelley Hanson
Secretary
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS -CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: January 26, 2009
AGENDA. SECTION: Consent ORIGINATING DF,PARTMENT: CITY MANAGER'S
NO: Administration APPROVAL
ITEM: Reappoint EDA/HRA BY: Gary L. Peterson BY:
NO: DATE: January 22, 2009 DATE:
Background:
The EDA and HRA terms of Mayor Peterson, Councilmember Williams, and Councilmember
Nawrocki have expired.
The Enabling Resolution states that "members shall be appointed by the Mayor with approval of
the City Council".
Recommended Motion:
MOTION: Move to approve the Mayor's appointment of Williams, Nawrocki, and Peterson to the
vacant HRA positions.
MOTION: Move to approve the Mayor's appointment of Williams, Nawrocki, and Peterson to the
vacant EDA positions.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of January 26, 2009
AGENDA SECTION: ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY
Consent Agenda Fire MANAGER
APPROVAL
NO:
ITEM: BY: Gary Gorman BY:
NO: DATE: January 15, 2009 DATE:
Background: State Statute 424a.04 mandates that the City Council annually appoint
two trustees to the Columbia Heights Volunteer Firefighters Relief Association board
of trustees. Under the Statute one of the trustees must be an elected official and the
other can be an elected or appointed official. In the past the Mayor and City Manager
have been the two trustees appointed to the board.
Analysis/Conclusions: To maintain consistency, and to follow State Statute the
Columbia Heights Volunteer Firefighters Relief Association is requesting the City
Council to appoint the Mayor and City Manager to the board of trustees.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to appoint the Mayor and City Manager to
the Columbia Heights Volunteer Firefighters Relief Association board of trustees for
2009.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of Janua 26 2409
ry
AGENDA SECTION: Consent ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT CITY MANAGER
NO. POLICE APPROVAL:
ITEM: Transfer of Funds from General Fund to Police BY; Scott Nadeau BY:
NO. Dept Budget to Reimburse Overtime Fund Re: DATE: January 16, 2 9 DATE:
Unique Thrift
BACKGROUND
On January 14, 2009, the Police Department received a check froth Apogee Retail as payment for off-duty
security details at the Unique Thrift store. The dates of these details were December 2, December 6 and
December 16. The amount of the payment was $S2S.60.
Since the funds received from. Apogee Retail are initially considered revenue, they are placed in the
General Fund. The Police Department is requesting authorization. to transfer this money to the 2008
Overtime line item #1020 to repay the expenditure that was initially paid out of this line itetn.
ANAILYSISfCONCi,USION
The Police Department is requesting that the City Council pass a motion requiring the $S2S.60 received
from Apogee Retail for Unique Thrift Stores be transferred to the 2008 Police Department budget line
#1020.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Move to transfer $SZS.60 received from Apogee Retail for Unique Thrift Stores from the General Fund to
the Police Department 2008 Budget under line #1020, Police Overtime.
kao
09-11
COUNCIL ACTION:
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APOGEE Retail, LLC
DATE INVOICE NO COMMENT
12/26/08 2008030
013770
AMOUNT DISCOUNT NET AMOUNT
525.60 .00 525.60
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CHECK: 013770 01/09/09 City of Columbia Heights
REFERENCE:
APOGEE Retail, LLC
3080 Centerville Road
Little Canada, MN 55117
1651 } 773-8077
Alliance Bank
St. Paul, Minnesota
75-121-919
*FIVE F3UN~DRED TWENTY FIVE DOLLARS AND 60 CENTS
CHK TOTAL: 525.60
013770
DATE AMOUNT
01/09/09 *******525.60*
PAY City of Columbia Heights
TO THE Police Department
ORDER 559 Mi11 Street NE
OF: Columbia Heights MN 55421
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meetinu of January 26. 2t}~9
AGENDA SECTION: Consent ORIGINATING DEPAR MENT CITY MANAGER
NO. POLICE APPROVAL:
ITEM: Authorization to Purchase Three Replacement BY: Scott Nadea BY:
NO. Police Vehicles DATE January 21, 2009 DATE:
BACKGROUND
As a part of the Police Department Capital Equipment replacement plan to maintain a safe and dependable vehicle
fleet, the Police Department requests authorization to purchase two patrol vehicles and one umnarked vehicle as a
replacement fora 10-year-old unmarked vehicle.
The State of Minnesota has awarded the contract for the delivery of Ford police vehicles for 2009 to Elk River
Ford. The contract vendor for Dodge vehicles is currently in question, but this vehicle will be purchased through
the dealer authorized by the State of Minnesota. In 2009, as a cost saving measure, the Police Department is
requesting to purchase a 2008 Dodge Charger program car to realize a savings of approximately $10,000 over the
state contract bid price. The Police Department will obtain quotes from a minimum of three auto dealers to ensure
that the best value is achieved in the purchase of the used vehicle. The Police Department is requesting to purchase
the following vehicles:
1 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor $22,915
1 2009 Dodge Police Charger patrol vehicle $21.500
Subtotal $44,415
1 2008 Dodge Charger program car, approximate price $12,000-14,000
Total $56,415-$58,415
The Police Department is also requesting authorization to expend up to $17,500 for outfitting and setting up these
vehicles for patrol and investigative use. This amount includes the standard set-up as has been done in the past,
plus the purchase of additional equipment which will be necessitated by differences between the Ford vehicles
which have been used in the past, and the Dodges which are recommended for purchase this year. Aiso anticipated
in this year's squad set-up is the purchase and installation of two in-squad cameras for patrol vehicles.
ANALYSIS/CONCLUSION
It is our recommendation to the Council that two new marked vehicles be purchased from the State of Minnesota
bid, total purchase price to be $44,41.5. As a cost saving measure, we are recommending the purchase of a 2008
Dodge Charger to be used as an unmarked police vehicle in lieu of purchasing a new vehicle from the state
contract. We are estimating an expenditure of between $12,000 and $14,000 for this vehicle. The Police
Department is also requesting authorization to expend up to $17,500 for outfitting these vehicles.
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Mayor and Council
Page 2
January 26, 2009
RECOMMENDED MOTIONS:
Move to authorize the purchase of one 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor and one 2009 Dodge Police
Charger patrol vehicle under the State of Minnesota bid, with funding to come from 431-42100-5150 in the amount
of $44,415.00 and that the Mayor and City Manager are authorized to enter into a contract for same.
Move to authorize the Police Chief to negotiate the purchase of a 2008 Dodge Charger Program car to be used as
an unmarked police vehicle, with an expenditure of between $12,000 and $14,000.
Move to authorize the Police Chief to expend up to $17,500 to set up and outfit two marked and one unmarked
police vehicle.
kao
09-07
COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 1/26/09
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT' CITY MANAGER
NO: PUBLIC WORKS .
ITEM: CAPITAL EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT OF BY: K. Hansen BY:
UNIT #19 GMC TOP KICK SINGLE AXLE DUMP TRUCK DATE: 01/20/09 DATE:
AND ATTACHMENTS FROM THE STATE OF
MINNESOTA PURCHASING CONTRACT
Background:
Vehicle #19 is a GMC single axle dump truck, purchased in 1991 for $56,700. It is equipped with cone-way
front plow, belly plow, and spinner type sander.
Vehicle #19 is a primary truck used for street maintenance operations. It is 18 years old with 74,678 miles
recorded. It has had a history of electrical problems as they relate to gauge and light function. The hydraulic
system was not designed to operate a spinner type sander efficiently and rust has eaten through the walls of
the dump box. Since July of 2001, which is as far as the maintenance records go back, $31,553 has been
spent on repair parts and labor. The shop supervisor has rated the mechanical condition as fair and the
appearance as poor.
The 2009, Capital Equipment Replacement budget allocated $165,000 for the replacement of Unit #19 and.
attachments. The state purchasing contract for the dump truck ezpires January 313' 2009, and staff has
been informed of price increase estimated to be 5% with the new contract.
Analysis/Conclusions:
Within the last 10 years, the city has replaced 3 single axle 35,000 GVW dump trucks, similarly equipped
with a reversible front plow, belly plow, wing plow and spinner type sander. They have benefited the city by
reducing the amount of manpower and equipment required to conduct city wide plowing operations. The
replacement for Vehicle #19, would give the city the ability to dispatch a wing truck to plow each quadrant.
Staff recommends replacement of Unit #19 single axle 35,000 GVW dump truck and attachments with a
single axle 35,000 GVW dump truck equipped with reversible front plow, belly plow, wing plow and spinner
type sander. Staff recommends disposal of Unit #19 via auction.
Recommended Motion: Move to purchase from the State of Minnesota Purchasing Contract the Capital
Equipment Replacement of Unit #19 GMC single axle dump truck chassis from Astleford International of
Minneapolis in the amount of $65,722 and purchase the dump box, reversible front plow, belly plow, wing
plow and sander from Towmaster of Litchfield, Minnesota, in the amount of $76,960 for a total price of
$142,682, plus sales tax.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 1/26/09
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT AGENDA
NO:
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT:
PUBLIC WORKS
CITY MANAGER
ITEM: AUTHORIZE THE CAPITAL EQUIPMENT BY: K. Hansen
REPLACEMENT OF UNIT #204 FORD F-250, 4X2,'/< TON DATE: 01/20/09
PICKUP TRUCK EQUIPPED WITH POWER LIFT GATE
FROM THE STATE OF MINNESOTA PURCHASING
CONTRACT
BY:
DATE:
Background:
Vehicle #204 is a Ford F-250, 4x2 3/4 ton pickup truck equipped with a power lift gate, purchased in 1996, for $15,529
with a projected life expectancy of 10 years. This vehicle is powered by a gasoline engine and has a recorded mileage
of 66,777. It is used primarily for transporting staff, tools and materials to and from Park Department work sites.
Since July of 2001, which is as far as the maintenance records go back, $14,283 has been spent on repair parts and
labor. The Shop Supervisor has rated the condition of this vehicle as fair to poor.
In the 2009 Park's Capital Equipment Budget has $23,963 allocated for the replacement of Unit #204.
Analysis/Conclusions:
Unit #204, is a primary vehicle for the Park Department. It is 13 years old, the lift gate is rusting out, the box is rusting
around the wheel wells, and the right front fender is dented. Repair costs would exceed the current book value of the
vehicle. Anew pickup is also more efficient rated at 14 miles per gallon city driving while #204 gets 7 miles per
gallon.
Staff recommends replacing Unit # 204 with one (1) new 2009 Ford. 4x2 F-250 pickup truck equipped with a power lift
gate from State of Minnesota Purchasing Contract, with contract pricing as follows:
Pickup State Bid: $18,873 (plus sales tax)
Elk River Ford. Dodge Jeep
Power Lift Gate State Bid: $ 2,195 (plus sales tax)
Aspen Equipment
TotaL• $2I A68 (nius sales taxi
Staff recommends disposal of Unit #204 by auction.
Recommended Motion: Move to authorize the replacement of Unit #204 and purchase of one (1) new 2009 Ford 4x2
F-250 pickup truck from Elk River Ford Dodge Jeep in the amount of $l 8,873 plus sales tax; and a power lift gate
from Aspen Equipment in the amount of $2,195 plus sales tax. Funding shall. be from Capital Equipment Fund 431-
45200-5150.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of January 26, 2009
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY
Fire MANAGER
NO: APPROVAL
ITEM: REISSUE RENTAL BY: Gary Gorman BY:
LICENSE
NO: DATE: January 20, 2009 DATE:
The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City
of Columbia Heights against 1162-64 Cheery Lane NE for failure to meet the
requirements of the Residential Maintenance Codes has been resolved.
The owner has corrected all violations and paid all fees and penalties.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to issue arental-housing license to Katherine
Crosby to operate the rental property located at 1162-64 Cheery Lane N.E. in that the
provisions of the residential maintenance code have been complied with.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of Januar~26, 2009
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY
Fire MANAGER
NO: APPROVAL
ITEM: Rental Housing BY: Gary Gorman BY:
Licenses
NO: DATE: January 20, 2009 DATE:
Approval of the attached list of rental housing license applications, in that they have met
the requirements of the Property Maintenance Code.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the items listed for rental housing
license applications for January 26, 2009.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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List of 2008 Rental Licenses to Approve
Occupant' I.D. Property Owner Name
Property Address
30154 Raees Chohan
10115 Sylvester Luellen
34001 Maumer Sekizovic
20017 Joseph Tohey
20002 Craig Wilson
4341 TYLER
4321 5TH
4635 UNIVERSITY
1212 CIRCLE TERRACE
1161 CHEERY
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: January 26, 2009
AGENDA SECTION: ORIGINATING DEPT.: CITY MANAGER
NO: License Department APPROVAL
ITEM: License Agenda BY: Shelley Hanson DATE:
NO: DATE: Jan. 8, 2009 BY:
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
Attached is the business license agenda for the January 26, 2009 Council meeting. This agenda consists
of applications for Contractor licenses for 2009 as well as a Temporary Liquor License for Immaculate
Conception Church.
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 January 26, 2009 as presented.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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TO CITY COUNCIL January 26, 2009
*Signed Waiver Form Accompanied Application
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSES 2009
BLDG * Centerpoint Energy 9320 Evergreen Blvd NW, Coon Rap $60
*Advanced Energy Services 5555 Boone Ave N, New Hope $60
*Refrigeration Services 4110 Central Ave, Col. Hts. $60
*Dakota Mechanical 575 Minnehaha Ave W. St Paul $60
*P & D Mechanical 4629 41St Ave No., Robbinsdale $60
*Budget Plumbing Corp
*Tschida Bros Plumb
*Champion Plumbing
*LBP Mechanical
Plumb Rite
*Terry Overacker P1
*Weld & Sons Plumb
*Belair Excavating
National Window Assoc
*S & S Tree Spec.
*Biuemels Tree & Land
855 Hwy 169 W. Plymouth
1036 Front Ave, St. Paul
3670 Dodd Rd, Eagan
315 Royalston Ave N, Mpls
1216 82°d Ave N., Brk. Pk
502 E. Main St, Anoka
3410 Kilmer Ln N, Plymouth
2200 Old Highway 8, New Brighton
13325 Commerce Blvd, Rogers
405 Hardman Ave, So St Paul
551 Dru Dr, Hudson
****BUSINESS LICENSES FOR 2009****
TEMP LIQUOR
POL
Immaculate Conception Church 4030 Jackson St NE, Col. Hts
For Feb. 20-22, 2009
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$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
$300
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
COUNCIL MEETING OF: January 26, 2009
STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF ANOKA
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
Motion to approve payment of bills out of the proper funds, as listed in the attached
check register covering Check Number 128861 through 1.29044
in the amount of $ 1,492,710.97
These checks have been examined and found to be legal charges against the CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, and are herby, recommended for payment.
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Journal Entry Dates......... thru
Journal Entry Ids........... thru
Check Number ................ 128861 thru 129044
Project ..................... thru
Vendor ...................... thru
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BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
Check History GL540R-V06.74 PAGE 1
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CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
NOR'T'HEAST BANK 128861 120,152.50
AMERICAN BOTTLING COMPAN 128862 722.40
AMERIPRIDE LINEN 128863 94.76
ANO:KA CTY - CENTRAL COMM 128864 577.72
ASPEN MILLS, INC. 128865 1,387.80
BEL:GBOY BAR SUPPLY 128866 158.93
BELLBOY CORPORATION 128867 1,496.75
BLOWERS/CAROLE 128868 11.82
BUREAU OF CRIMINAL APPRE 128869 630.00
CAMDEN PET HOSPITAL, INC 128870 523.54
CAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES L 128871 26,274.25
CHISAGO LAKES DISTRIBUTI 128872 2,820.28
CINTAS FIRST AID-SAFETY 128873 75.62
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 128874 118,866.94
COC;I~-COLA BOTTLING MIDWE 128875 112.90
CSC CREDIT SERVICES INC 128876 25.00
DANIMAL DISTRIBUTING INC 128877 403.32
DEX MEDIA EAST LLC 128878 102.35
EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC 128879 470.00
EMERGENCY AUTOMOTIVE TEC 128880 1,622.44
FARNER-BOCKEN 128881 4,615.20
FELBER/ANNE 128882 440.00
FSH COMMUNICATIONS, LLC 128883 60.00
GENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO 128884 89.09
GRAq?E BEGINNINGS INC 128885 318.75
GRIGGS-COOPER & CO 128886 1,241.93
HOHENSTEINS INC 128887 2,411.05
HOMELAND HEALTH SPECIALI 128888 425.00
HONEYWELL INC 128889 118,735.00
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DIST 128890 307,196.49
JJ TAYLOR DIST OF MN 128891 8,379.79
JOHIQSON BROS. LIQUOR CO. 128892 4,158.83
KEV:LTT EXCAVATING, INC 128893 12,587.00
MARK VII DIST. 128894 3,858.56
NEEDHAM DISTRIBUTING CO 128895 67.20
OATES/CHRISTINA M 128896 3.99
OFF:LCE DEPOT 128897 165.76
PAUSTIS & SONS WINE COMP 128898 2,278.76
QUALITY WINE & SPIRITS 128899 2,840.05
RICOH AMERICAS CORPORATI 128900 51.38
SALTJD AMERICA INC 128901 302.00
SAM'S CLUB 128902 23.76
SCO'PT/LARRY 128903 208.29
SHAMROCK GROUP-ACE ICE 128904 506.46
STREICHER'S GUN'S INC/DO 128905 1,346.25
SUN PUBLICATION INC 128906 360.00
T-MOBILE INC 128907 150.53
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BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT
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CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
VER-TECH INC 128908 397.20
VINOCOPIA INC 128909 108.75
WINE COMPANY/THE 128910 945.40
WINE MERCHANTS 128911 2,525.78
WORLD CLASS WINE 128912 2,120.55
HARP 128913 228.00
AGUILARA/LINO 128914 431.73
ANOKA CTY - CENTRAL COMM 128915 577.72
ASPEN MILLS, INC. 128916 367.20
EELLBOY BAR SUPPLY 128917 1,007.56
EERGGREN STEEL FABRICATI 128918 49,300.25
ERAUN INTERTEC CORP 128919 5,966.47
EUETOW AND ASSOCIATES IN 128920 13,443.06
CAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES L 128921 11,120.99
CENTER POINT ENERGY 128922 214.86
C'HISAGO LAKES DIS'PRIBUTI 128923 3,664.25
CITY WIDE WINDOW SERVICE 128924 83.08
C:ORDES/ADAM 128925 26.25
DAKOTA COUNTY RECEIVING 128926 67.00
DANIMAL DISTRIBUTING INC 128927 1,445.18
EDS BUILDERS INC 128928 27,642.70
ERS DIGITAL 128929 34,818.71
FIELD/MATTHEW 128930 111.93
F'LUORESCO LIGHTING 128931 260.97
GENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO 128932 274.52
HAYt~E/JOHN 128933 1,350.00
HILLTOP TRAILER SALES IN 128934 298.20
HOHENSTEINS INC 128935 3,733.55
JIMMY'S JOHNNYS INC 128936 96.07
JJ TAYLOR DIST OF MN 128937 16,867.69
L~ANDWEHR CONSTRUCTION IN 128938 3,016.25
LIEBERMAN/AARON 128939 150.00
LUND/TIM 128940 69.03
I~4ARK VII DIST. 128941 4,513.72
MN CHIEFS OF POLICE EDUC 128942 535.00
N;OLIN CONCRETE PRODUCTS 128943 81,188.90
MPLS BMEU 128944 3,600.00
NADEAU/SCOTT 128945 394.96
N'ORDLUND/JOHN 128946 43.81
N'OR'TH COUNTRY CONCRETE I 128947 2,755.37
PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS 128948 2,015.18
QUALITY WINE & SPIRITS 128949 1,524.18
SARGENT/JEFF 128950 20.19
SARTWELL/SUE 128951 22.58
SCHMIDTBAUER/SUE 128952 30.74
STEENBERG WATRUD CONSTRU 128953 33,592.00
T-MOBILE INC 128954 557.67
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Check History GL540R-V06.74 PAGE 3
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CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
THOMAS/DAVID 128955 500.00
TRI COUNTY BEVERAGE & SU 128956 51.00
TSE'YKI/DOLMA 128957 452.69
XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 128958 6,911.51
A.CE HARDWARE 128966 60.56
AID ELECTRIC SERVICE INC 128967 109.10
A.LLINA MEDICAL TRANSPORT 128968 442.00
AMERICAN LIBERTY CONSTRC 128969 850.00
AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS AS 128970 452.00
AME:RIPRIDE LINEN 128971 105.59
ANOKA COUNTY HIGHWAY DEP 128972 110.00
ANOKA CTY - CENTRAL COMM 128973 720.00
BARVA GUZY & STEFFEN LTD 128974 14,424.00
BONS TRUST SERVICES CORP 128975 750.00
BONESTROO 128976 1,116.00
BRAVER & ASSOCIATES LTD 128977 1,802.38
CARGILL INC 128978 15,794.77
CATCO PARTS SERVICE 128979 486.97
CCP INDUSTRIES 128980 69.71
CHAMBERLAIN OIL COMPANY 128981 1,469.70
CIN'TAS FIRST AID-SAFETY 128982 428.21
CITY OF BROOKLYN PARK 128983 150.00
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS BASKETB 128984 2,855.25
CUSTOM BUSINESS FORMS IN 128985 2,461.28
DELTA HOSPITAL SUPPLY IN 128986 92.15
DU ALL SERVICE CONTRACTO 128987 3,450.46
EGAN OIL COMPANY 128988 1,312.30
EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC 128989 462.50
EMBEDDED SYSTEMS INC 128990 910.80
ENVIROBATE METRO INC 128991 720.00
FACTORY MOTOR PARTS INC 128992 283.20
FIRE INSTRUCTION & RESCU 128993 270.00
G & K SERVICES INC 128994 198.04
GENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO 128995 197.08
HAN:F ACTUARIAL INC. 128996 5,000.00
HD SUPPLY WATER WORKS 128997 528.00
HEI+UHTS BAKERY 128998 20.38
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CH 128999 900.00
INS'PRUMENTAL RESEARCH IN 129000 170.00
IPM;~ - ASSESSMENT SERVIC 129001 145.00
KEVTTT EXCAVATING, INC 129002 1,000.00
KIM:GEY-HORN & ASSOCIATES 129003 1,558.20
KIW.ANIS COLUMBIA HTS-FRI 129004 500.00
KIW:-~TIS GOLDEN K FRID-CO 129005 500.00
LIFELOC TECHNOLOGIES 129006 42.75
MENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-F 129007 231.21
METRO FIRE, INC 129008 390.00
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CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
Check History GL540R-V06.74 PAGE 4
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CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WAS 129009 74,716.88
MIDWAY FORD 129010 1,175.18
MINNEAPOLIS FINANCE DEPT 129011 86,286.94
MINNEAPOLIS FINANCE DEPT 129012 67,777.11
MINNEAPOLIS OXYGEN CO. 129013 13.21
MINNESOTA GFOA 129014 120.00
MN POLLUTION CONTROL AGE 129015 75.00
NIN REC & PK ASSOC - MRP 129016 375.00
NIDt SPRING & SUSPENSION 129017 765.97
NIPLS ST PAUL MAGAZINE 129018 9.99
N(TI DISTRIBUTING 129019 912.08
NIUNICI-PALS 129020 25.00
NTORTHEAST BANK 129021 85,294.38
OFFICE DEPOT 129022 24.77
ONVOY INC 129023 1,190.34
PREMIUM WATERS INC 129024 78.55
QWEST COMMUNICATIONS 129025 116.26
F.APID GRAPHICS & MAILING 129026 82.01
RICOH AMERICAS CORPORATI 129027 1,155.12
S & T OFFICE PRODUCTS IN 129028 935.71
SAFETY MEETING OUTLINES 129029 52.00
ST JOSEPH'S EQUIPMENT 129030 1,420.00
STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTA 129031 69.95
STREICH/LORI 129032 801.00
STREICHER'S GUN'S INC/DO 129033 12.78
Z'CC DISTRIBUTORS TNC 129034 69.22
TEE JAY NORTH INC 129035 65.88
TOUSLEY FORD 129036 83.85
TR COMPUTER SALES 129037 1,808.21
LrSA MOBILITY WIRELESS IN 129038 34.31
VACKER SIGNS INC 129039 4,040.50
VOSS LIGHTING 129040 643.31
WATER CONSERVATION SRVCS 129041 766.70
WERNER ELECTRIC SUPPLY C 129042 57.73
tirHOLESALE TRUCK-TRLR PR 129043 35.08
N?ORKS COMPUTING INC 129044 27,290.52
1,492,710.97 ***
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BANK VENDOR
REPORT TOTP.LS
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
Check History GL540R-V06.74 PAGE 5
01/26/2009 COUNCIL LISTING
CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
1,492,710.97
RECORDS PRINTED - 000641
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FUND RECAP:
FUND
---- DESCRIPTION
---------------°------------ DISBURSEMENTS
101 GENERAL 62,665.83
201 COMMUNITY :DEVELOPMENT FUND 2,807.79
212 STATE AID MAINTENANCE 257.18
240 LIBRARY 866.62
342 EDA LEASE REV BONDS 2007A
373 EDA TIF REV BONDS 2007 86,044.38
410 SHEFFIELD REDEVLPMNT NON-TIF 13,439.31
411 CAPITAL IMP-GEN GOVT. BLDG 118,735.00
412 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PARKS 5,692.88
415 CAPITAL IMPRVMT - PIR PROD 5,008.66
417 PUB SAFETY BLDG CONSTRUCTION 252,117.98
418 COMMUNITY CTR CAPITAL BLDG 307,196.49
420 CAP IMPROVEMENT-DEVELOPMENT 537.50
601 WATER UTILITY 90,214.90
602 SEWER UTILITY 76,136.73
603 REFUSE FUND 4,674.99
604 STORM SEWER UTILITY 1,129.61
609 LIQUOR 120,943.49
639 LIQUOR FUND DEBT SERVICE 120,152.50
651 WATER CONS'T'RUCTION FUND 67,807.87
701 CENTRAL GARAGE 10,063.81
720 INFORMATION SYSTEMS 27,350.51
885 PAYROLL FUND 118,866.94
TOTAL ALL FUNDS 1,492,710.97
BANK RECAP:
BANK NAME DISBURSEMENTS
---- ----------------------------
BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT 1,492,710.97
TOTAL ALL BANKS 1,492,710.97
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of January 26, 2009
AGENDA SECTION: Resolutions ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY
Fire MANAGER
NO: APPROVAL
ITEM: Adopt Resolution For BY: Gary Gorman BY:
Revocation
DATE: January 20, 2009 DATE:
NO: 09-18 to 09-20
Revocation of the license to operate a rental unit within the City of Columbia Heights is
requested against rental properties at
2009-18 - 4156 5`" Street
2009-19 - 4254 2°d Street
2009-20 - 3923 Main Street
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 Numbers 2009-18, 19, and 20 being ample copies available to the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution Numbers 2009-18, 19, and 20
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.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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RESOLUTION 2009-1.8
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 James Tang (Hereinafter "License Holder"}.
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 4156 5th 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 January 8, 2009 of an public hearing to be held on January
26, 2009.
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 about November 12, 2008, inspection office staff sent a letter requesting
the owner ofthe property to submit a rental license application and schedule a rental
inspection for this property. The letter was mailed by regular mail to the owner at
the address listed in the property records.
2. That on January 8, 2009 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.
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-
wn:
a. 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
The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by
license number F9386 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 themselves from the premises within 60 days from the first
day of posting of this Order revoking the license as held by License Holder.
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Passed this day of 2009
Offered by:
Second by:
Roll Call:
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
Attest:
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
City Clerk
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RESOLUTION 2009-19
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 Stephanie Carr (Hereinafter "License Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 4254 2°d 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 January 8, 2009 of an public hearing to be held on January
26, 2009.
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
I . That on or about October 30, 2008, inspection office staff sent a letter requesting the
owner of the property to submit a rental license application and schedule a rental
inspection for this property. The letter was mailed by regular mail to the owner at
the address listed in the property records.
2. That on January 8, 2009 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.
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 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
I . The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by
license number F9386 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.
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Passed this day of 2009
Offered by:
Second by:
Roll Call:
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
Attest:
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
City Clerk
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RESOLUTION 2009-20
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 Perry Avenue Partnership (Hereinafter "License Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 3923 Main 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 January 5, 2008 of an public hearing to be held on January
26, 2009.
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 October 7, 2008 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights, inspected the
property described above and noted six 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 January 5, 2009 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights performed a
final inspection at the property and noted six 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 .lanuary 15, 2009 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights performed a
reinspection and noted that two 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-
wn:
a. Shall repair bonding jumper at water meter that is missing.
b. Shall install new batteries in smoke detectors (they are chirping).
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 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 F9256 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 2008
Offered by:
Second by:
Roll Call:
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
Attest:
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
City Clerk
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS -CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting Date: January 26, 2009
AGENDA SECTION: Items For ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: City Manager's
Consideration Fire Approval:
No.
ITEM.: Resolution Establishing
Property Maintenance BY: Gary Gorman
Inspection Fees
No: DATE: January 26, 2008
Background: Chapter SA of City Code, pertaining to the Property Maintenance Code provides for
establishing fees through Council Resolution. The last fee change was January 1, 2006 when rental
licensing fees were increased to cover approximately 70% of the cost of the program. A revenue
projection for the 2009 budget, at the current rate is $80,000.
Recommendation: Costs of the rental property licensing and inspection program have
risen, along with the number of rental properties over the past three years. At the last
increase in 2006 the City had 603 rental properties. As of mid December 2008 that number
has risen by 160 properties to 763. Due to the amount of vacant and foreclosed properties
we believe that this amount could increase by another 100 properties. The highest increase
of properties has been, and will continue to be single-family rentals. These properties
consume the highest amounts of staff time for violations and complaints. As the number of
units in a building get increase, the number of violations and complaints diminish. The
proposed fee schedule has a higher increase for single families and duplexes, with a lesser
increase for larger multi-unit buildings.
All properties, regardless of size pay a $50.00 base fee per building. This amount will not
change. In addition to the base fee, the unit fee for single family will increase from $40.00
to $100.00. Duplexes would increase from $20.00 to $35.00 per unit. Buildings with 3 to
10 units would increase from $20.00 to $25.00 per unit. Buildings with 11 to 30 units would
increase from $15.00 to $18.00 per unit and buildings with over 30 units would increase
from $10.00 to $12.00 per unit, The anticipated revenue increase is $45,000.
The Property Maintenance Code allows for a license transfer fee. This is a new fee and is
proposed at $25.00.
RECOMIV~NDED MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution No.2009-21, there
being ample copies available to the public.
RECOMIVIIJNDED MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2009-21, being a Resolution
establishing Property Maintenance Inspection fees.
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RESOLUTION N0.2009-Z1
BEING A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PROPERTY MAITENANCE INSPECTION FEES
AS AUTHORIZED BY
CHAPTER 5A OF CITY CODE OF 2005
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 1490, City Code of 2005, pertaining to Property Maintenance
regulations provides for the establishing of fees; and
WHEREAS, the City has authorized changes to property maintenance fees from time to time; and
WHEREAS, the City finds there is a need to modify the property maintenance fee structure at this
time; and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the property maintenance fee structure listed below shall
be adopted and effective February 1, 2009.
RENTAL LICENSING FEES
Rental property license - 1 unit
Rental property license - 2 units
Rental property license - 3 thru 10 units
Rental property license - 1 l thru 30 units
Rental property license -over 30 units
$50.00 per building plus $100.00 per unit
$50.00 per building plus $35.00 per unit
$50.00 per building plus $25.00 per unit
$50.00 per building plus $18.00 per unit
$50.00 per building plus $12.00 per unit
License Reinstatement after Revocation/Suspension
License Transfer Fee
Five times annual License fee
$25.00
ABATEMENT FEES
Immediate Abatement Administrative Fee
Abatement Administrative Fee
$'75.00 per abatement
$200.00 per abatement
Passed this day of January, 2009
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
Attest:
Patricia IV1~~crnyit?~ r'~/T('
(`it;, Clerk
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS -CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting Date: January 26, 2009
AGENDA SECTION: Items For ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: City Manager's
Consideration Fire Approval:
No.
ITEM: Resolution Establishing Fire
Department Fees g~'~ Gary Gorman
No: DATE: January 26, 2008
Background: The Fire Department performs many plan reviews, inspections and
permitting. Prior to 2006 no fees were charged for these types of services. Fees
were based on a cost of $45.00 per hour. Fees have not increased since 2006 as the
costs to review them have risen. The Fire Department no longer conducts State
contract inspections for schools and hotels. These fees have been taken out of the
proposed fee schedule.
Analysis/Conclusions: Proposed fees for fire reviews are based on the hourly wage
and fringe of the Chief of $59.00 per hour. Fees that are proposed to increase are
plan review fees for: Structures, Fire Alarm & Detection Systems, Fire Pumps,
Standpipe Systems, Spray Rooms/Booths, and Tents/Canopies. These permits were
raised from $45.00 to $50.00. Over the past three years we have calculated the
average amount of time needed to perform these reviews and have adjusted the fee
schedule accordingly. Other plan review fees will not be increased.
The other increase is for annual recreational fire permits. The permit fee currently is
$10.00 with a proposed increase to $20.00. In 2008 the Fire Department gave out
406 recreational fire permits. Of those, 308 were annual permits. Proposed increase
in revenue is $2000.00.
RECOMIVVIENDED MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2009-22,
there being ample copies available to the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2009-22, adopting the
proposed Fire Department fee schedule.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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RESOLUTION N0.2009-22
BEING A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A
FIRE DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Fire Department provides many services, such as
contract inspections, plan reviews, and permits; and
WHEREAS, State contracts, State Statute, and City Ordinance allows for fees to be
charged for these services; and
WHEREAS, the City has authorized changes to the Fire Department fees from time to
time; and
WHEREAS, the City finds there is a need to modify the Fire Department fee structure at
this time; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the attached proposed fee schedule shall be
adopted effective February 1, 2009.
Passed this day of January, 2009
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll call:
Mayor Gary L. Peterson
Attest:
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
City Clerk.
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TYPE OF ACTIVITY AUTHORITY FEE
Recreational Fire Permit:
Daily (up to 9 per year) Chapter 8, Article $0.00
Annual IV of City Code $20.00
Festival Bonfire $200.00
Permit Burn (re wires Council a royal) $500.00
Day Care Inspections: $50.00.
$50.00 per inspection. SS245A.151 and Includes
State contract. follow-up
ins ections
Abatements:
Administrative fee added to the cost of the abatement. Chapter 8, Article $200
00
Covers cost of office staff time. II of City Code .
Explosives:
Operational permit required for the manufacture, storage,
handling, sale or use of any quantity of explosive material MSFC 105
15
6 $0.00
within the scope of Chapter 33 of the MN State Fire Code. .
.
Fireworks:
Outdoor fireworks displays by State certified operator. SS624.22 $50.00
Fireworks sales in existing retail establishments. SS624.20 $0.00
Fireworks stands or tent sales. (NFPA 1 I24 SS624.20 $200.00
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New Construction/ Modifications/Fire Review:
For all occupancies with the exception of detached one- Minnesota State
and two-famil dwellin s. Fire Code Fee
Structures:
New construction/modification fire review fee. 105.4 $50.00
Automatic Fire-EztinguishinE Systems:
New construction/modification fire review fee. 105.7.1 $90.00
Fire Alarm and Detection Svstems and Related
Equipment:
New construction/modification fire review fee. 105.7.3 $50.00
Fire Pumps and Related Equipment:
New construction/modification fire review fee. If part of
an automatic fire-extinguishing system review no separate 105.7.4 $50.00
fee will be charged.
Standpipe Svstems:
New construction/modification fire review fee. If part of
an automatic fire-extinguishing system review, no 105.7.11 $50.00
separate fee will be charged.
Spray Rooms, Dip Tanks, or Paint Booths:
New construction/modification fire review fee. 105.7.10 $50.00
LP Gas:
Exterior installations only: Plan review and inspections to
be conducted by Fire Department. $180.00
105.7.8
Interior installations only: New construction/modification $90.00
fire review fee.
Flammable & Combustible Liquids:
New construction/modification fire review fee. 105.7.5 90.00
(includes tank installations & removals)
Hazardous Materials:
New construction/modification fire review fee. 105.7.6 90.00
Temporary Membrane Structures, Tents and
Canopies:
Less than 180 days: Plan review and inspections to be $90.00
conducted by Fire Department.
105.7.12 $50.00
Under a Conditional Use Permit.
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Greater than 180 days: New construction/modification fire $50.00
review fee.
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS -CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting Date: January 26, 2009
AGENDA SECTION: Items For ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: City Managers
Consideration Fire Approval:
No.
ITEM: Resolution Establishing
Property Mail7tenanee BY: Gary Got~nan
hlspection Fees
No: DATE: January 26, 2008
Background: Chapter SA of City Code, pertaining to the Property Maintenance Code provides for
establishing fees through Council Resolution. The last fee change was January 1, 2006 when rental
licensing fees were increased to cover approximately 70% of the cost of the program. T11e revenue
projection for the 2009 budget, at the ctu-rent rate is $80,000.
Recommendation: Costs of the rental propet~ty licensil~g and inspection program have
risen, along with the number of rental properties over the past tluee years. At the last
increase in 2006 the City had 603 rental properties. As of mid December 2008 that number
has risen by 160 properties to 763. Due to the amount of vacant and foreclosed properties
we believe that this amount could increase by another 100 properties. The highest increase
of properties has been, and will continue to be single-family rentals. These properties
consume the highest amounts of staff time for violations and complaints. As the ntunber of
uiuts in a building increase, the ntilnber of violations and complaints diminish. The
proposed fee schedule has a higher increase for single families and duplexes, with. a lesser
increase for larger multi-unit buildings.
The fee for single family and duplexes will increase from $90.00 to $150.00. Tln-ee unit
buildings would increase from $110.00 to $150.00 and four unit buildings would increase
from $130.00 to $160.00. All properties, larger than four units pay a $50.00 base fee per
building. This amount will not change. hi addition to the base fee, buildings with 5 to 10
usuts would increase from $20.00 to $23.00 per utut. Buildings with 11 to 30 u~vts would
increase from $15.00 to $18.00 per unit and huildings with over 30 visits would itcrease
from $10.00 to $12.00 per unit. The anticipated revenue increase is $49,000.
The Property Maintenance Code allows for a license transfer fee. This is a new fee and is
proposed at $25.00.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution No.2009-21, there
being ample copies available to the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2009-21, being a Resolution
establishing Property Maintenance Inspection fees.
COUNCIL ACTION:
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-21
BE1NG A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PROPERTY MAITENANCE INSPECTION FEES
AS AUTFIORIZED BY
CHAPTER SA OF CITY CODE OF 2005
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 1490, City Code of 2005, pertaining to Property Maintenance
regulations provides for the establishing of fees; and
WHEREAS, the City has authorized changes to property maizitenauce fees frorn time to time; anal
WHEREAS, the City finds there is a need to modify the property maintenance fee structure at this
time; and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the property maintenance fee structure listed below shall.
be adopted and effective February 1, 2009.
RENTAL LICENSING FEES
Rental property license - 1 unit
Rental property license - 2 traits
Rental property - 3 units
Rental property - 4 units
Rental property license - 5 thru 10 units
Rental property license - 11 tln-u 30 units
Rental property license -over 30 twits
$150.00 per unit
$75.00 per unit
$50.00 per unit
$40.00 per unit
$50.00 per building plus $23.00 per unit
$50.00 per building plus $18.00 per unit
$50.00 per building plus $12.00 per unit
License Reinstatement after Revocation/Suspension Five times am~ual license fee
License Transfer Fee $25.00
ABATEivIENT FEES
Immediate Abatement Adn7inistrative Fee
Abatement Adminishative Fee
Passed this 26th day of ?anuary, 2009
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call: Ayes: Nays:
$75.00 per abatement
$200.00 per abatement
Mayor Gary Peterson
Attest:
Patricia Muscovitz, City Cleric
SINGLE FAMILY
CITY AMOUNT
Brooklyn Center $ 150.00
Brooklyn Park $ 150.00
I,bEa He~gt 1,
St. Anthony $ 150.00
Crystal $ 125.00
Richfield $ 125.00
C~o(t~rrtbla Heights $ 90.x0
St. Louis Park $ 90.00
Minneapolis $ 65.00
Robinsdale $ 62.50
Blaine $ 60.00
Fridley $ 47.50
Hopkins $ 35.00
Roseville $ 25.00
Anoka $ 20.00
New Bri hton $ 11.00
DUPLEX
CITY AMOUNT
Brooklyn Park $ 300.00
Brooklyn Center $ 200.00
Richfield $ 200.00
CaHc~-~bia FHeigts 10,00
Crystal $ 150.00
St. Anthony $ 150.00
St. Louis Park $ 140.00
Robinsdale $ 112.50
Fridley $ 95.00
CHaHurrtbia Heights $ 90.00
Minneapolis $ 84.00
Blaine $ 70.00
Hopkins $ 45.00
Roseville $ 25.00
New Brighton $ 22.00
Anoka $ 20.00
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SEVEN UNITS
CITY ,AMOUNT
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Brooklyn Park $ 330.00
Fridley $ 258.00
Crystal $ 249.00
Brooklyn Center $ 225.00
St. Anthony $ 220.00
Richfield $ 216.00
St. Louis Park $ 214.75
Cc~lt~rs~ia Fleihts $ 211.00
Minneapolis $ 198.00
C~o6urr~t~ia Heights 190.00
Blaine $ 120.00
New Brighton $ 77.00
Hopkins $ 70.00
Anoka $ 25.00
Roseville $ 25.00
ELEVEN UNITS
CITY AMOUNT
Brooklyn Park $ 330.00
Fridley $ 297.00
Crystal $ 277.00
Minneapolis $ 274.00
Richfield $ 268.00
St. Anthony $ 260.00
St. Louis Park $ 251.75
Co[urrtk~~a Heights 248.00
Brooklyn Center $ 225.00
C6o[urr~bia Heighfs $ 215.00
Blaine $ 160.00
New Brighton $ 121.00
Hopkins $ 90.00
Anoka $ 30.00
Roseville $ 25.00
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PUBLIC HEARINGS TO BE REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA FOR THE
JANUARY 26, 2009 MEETING.
REMOVE -MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution Number 2009-18, being a
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 James Tang regarding rental property at 4156 5th Street N.E.