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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/14/11 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011 The following are the minutes for the regular meeting of the City Council held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 14, 2011 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 590 40th Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, MN. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL /INVOCATION Youth Pastor Brenna Zeimet, Columbia Heights Assembly of God Church, gave the Invocation. Present: Mayor Peterson, Council member Williams, Council member Nawrocki, Council member Diehm, Council member Schmitt PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - recited ADDITIONS /DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA Nawrocki stated that the Finance Director will report on the Market Value Homestead Credit. Nawrocki will comment on the budget, legal paper lack of delivery, and several other items for the City Manager. Peterson will speak on the Holiday Kick -off and Taste of Heights event. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITION, ANNOUNCEMENTS, GUESTS A. Proclamation — Post Master Gina Hellermann Day Peterson read the proclamation. The induction of the new Post Master, Gina Hellermann, will be held tomorrow at Murzyn Hall. The public is welcome. B. Presentation - Dan Vogtman - Service on the Charter Commission Peterson read the commendation to Mr. Vogtman for his service on the Charter Commission from 2004 to 2011. He presented him with a commendation and a pen set. Vogtman thanked Diehm the Commission liaison, Rachel Schwankl the Charter Chair, and Carole Blowers the Secretary for their work on this Commission. Diehm stated her pleasure to work with Mr. Vogtman, as he served the community well. C. Presentation — Joseph Kloiber, Finance Director, Market Value Homestead Kloiber stated that in 2012 the Homestead Credit will operate differently. Homeowners will notice the property credit on the tax statement that lowers their taxable amount will go away and be replaced by another item. The calculation on the amount of property tax will have an adjustment. For example, properties with a value of $100,000 may receive an exclusion that would limit the amount of property tax; $25,000 exclusion would mean tax would be paid on $75,000. State wide the exclusion is not expected to provide as much credit as the Homestead Credit. Commercial properties will still be taxed as in the past. This will shift the property tax to non - homestead properties. Diehm stated that before this, the city would receive a credit from the state, but now the individual property owners might have a reduction in their tax. If we keep our tax the same, on the whole, the tax to residents would increase. Kloiber stated the effect to the city is the state pulling the subsidy to cities from their budget. Cities are faced with the choice to reduce the amount they receive or increase the tax total to residents. Diehm stated that many will see their values go down and their taxes go up. Kloiber indicated that with the complex Minnesota tax, when your property value goes down it does City Council Minutes Monday, November 14, 2011 Page 2 of 10 not mean your property tax will go down. The city's tax is divided by everyone in the city. The property value is only used to determine their proportionate share. Nawrocki stated this was not considered in the initial levy sent to the county and asked if we will reduce the levy accordingly. Fehst stated that if had we not taken any action to the levy, the increase to the property owner would have been seven percent. We passed an increase, keeping with our five year plan, regardless of what the State does, of 3.98 percent. We did not make up the difference. A goodly portion of cities passed the entire increase along to their citizens. We are lowering the levy from last year and are not passing along the entire loss of revenue to the residents. Nawrocki stated that residents will not receive the homestead credit plus they will pay the increase in our proposed levy. Fehst stated that if we tax back everything we lost, it would be an increase of seven percent. We are not taxing that back, but keeping with the five year plan. This will technically be a 3.1% decrease from last year. Kloiber indicated the 3.98 percent increase is calculated to include the loss of homestead credit. Fehst stated he would rather have the money go to the homeowners than play this shell game every year. Nawrocki stated that we should recognize people in the community have been hit by the financial problems of the country. One out of every eight homes went through the foreclosure process. Fehst stated there have been about 100 foreclosures this year. Schmitt questioned if the 3.98 percent anticipated levy would be reduced to 2.98 percent with the $100,000 removed from the budget. Kloiber stated that fund is not supported by the levy. The levy supports the operating fund. Miscellaneous Peterson introduced Keith Roberts, School Board member, present representing the Columbia Heights Fine Arts Foundation. Roberts stated that the Boosters inspired them to do things for the kids in the community, which improves the community. Last summer they presented the "Odd Couple ". Next summer they will present "Father of the Bride ". The Columbia Heights Fine Arts Foundation will host a benefit on December 4 t1i at First Lutheran Church with a performance by Hiram Titus. Every penny donated goes to the Foundation. There will be a scholarship given this spring. Schmitt suggested Daniel Lloyd, for another fundraiser. He plays to sell out crowds and plays at St. Tim's and the Heights Theater. Roberts stated that there may also be a golf tournament to raise funds. Peterson stated his pleasure in the development of this foundation. Last week the school enlarged their band program and received a $100,000 grant for instruments. Peterson spoke of the program he attended with 90 5 graders and their progress achieved. Roberts referred to the acceleration of 8 graders in the program. Peterson stated that the Holiday Kickoff— Taste of Heights event will be held this Friday at Murzyn Hall and will include some of these band members. Six local restaurants will participate. CONSENT AGENDA Nawrocki requested to remove items E, H, L, M, and N for discussion. City Manager Walt Fehst took Councilmembers through the Consent Agenda items. A. Approve City Council meeting minutes Motion to approve the minutes of the October 24, 2011 City Council meeting. B. Accept minutes of Boards and Commissions Motion to accept the minutes of the July 26, 2011 HRA meeting. Motion to accept the minutes of the September 28, 2011 Park and Recreation Commission meeting. City Council Minutes Monday, November 14, 2011 Page 3 of 10 Motion to accept the minutes of the October 5, 2011 Library Board meeting. C. Establish meeting date with District #13 Board of Education for Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Building Motion to set a joint meeting with the District #13 Board of Education for Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Building. D. Adopt Resolution No. 2011 -129, being a resolution requesting no change in fiscal disparities. Motion to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2011 -129, there being ample copies available to the public. Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2011 -129, being a Resolution requesting no change in Fiscal Disparities. E. Adopt Resolution No. 2011 -127, being a Resolution adopting changes in wage ranges and establishing wages for seasonal and temporary employees for calendar year 2012. - removed F. Authorize School Liaison Officer Contract with Columbia Heights School District #13 for 2012 Motion to authorize the Mayor and Police Chief to enter into a Joint Powers agreement with Columbia Heights Public Schools for the provision of a Police School Liaison Officer program as stipulated in the Joint Powers Agreement for the period of January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012. G. Approve Transfer of Funds for JAG I Grant Overtime Reimbursement, Unique Thrift OT Details, and Detox Transports from General Fund to Police Dept Overtime Line Item #1020 Motion to transfer the following from the General Fund to the Police Department 2011 Budget, Overtime line item 1020: $3,874.51, the amount of money received from Anoka County as reimbursement for overtime under the JAG I grant; $2,590.00, the amount of money received from Unique Thrift for overtime details; and $690.00, the amount of money received from Anoka County as reimbursement for detox transports. H. Authorize purchase of replacement Fire Department rescue truck - removed I. Adopt Resolution 2011 -132, being a resolution updating the income limit for senior citizen utility rates. Motion to waive the reading of Resolution 2011 -132, there being ample copies available to the general public. Motion to adopt Resolution 2011 -132, being a resolution updating the income limit for senior citizen utility rates. J. Acceptance of a matching grant in the amount of $19,933 for playground equipment replacement at McKenna Park Motion to accept the grant for McKenna Park in the amount of $19,933, appropriating matching funds of $25,370 from the Park Development Fund 412, and furthermore authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. K. Approve final payment for Zone 5 Seal Coat Project No. 1101 Motion to accept the work for 2011 Seal Coat, City Project No. 1101 and authorize final payment of City Council Minutes Monday, November 14, 2011 Page 4 of 10 $4,847.35 to Allied Blacktop Company of Maple Grove, Minnesota. L. Adopt Resolution 2011 -128 authorizing the City Of Columbia Heights to enter into Agreement No. 99883 with MnDOT to act as the City's agent in accepting Federal funds - removed M. Adopt Resolution 2011 -130 accepting the Feasibility Report for Zone 6 Street Seal Coat and ordering the Public Improvement Hearing, City Project No. 1201 - removed N. Adopt Resolution 2011 -131 accepting the Feasibility Report for Zone 7 Street Rehabilitation and ordering the Public Improvement Hearing, City Project No. 1202 - removed O. Approval of attached list of rental housing applications. Motion to approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for November 14, 2011 in that they have met the requirements of the Property Maintenance Code. P. Approve the Business License Applications Motion to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for November 14, 2011 as presented. Q. Review payment of the bills Motion that in accordance with Minnesota Statute 412.271, subd. 8 the City Council has received the list of claims paid covering check number 141026 through 141273 in the amount of $1,165,539.70. Motion by Diehm second by Schmitt, to approve the Consent Agenda items, with the exception of items E, H, L, M, and N. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion E. Adopt Resolution No. 2011 -127, being a Resolution adopting changes in wage ranges and establishing wages for seasonal and temporary employees for calendar year 2012. Nawrocki stated there are not wage adjustments included for part time people in the recreation department at the recommendation of the Recreation Direction, even though he is getting a $800 increase in his salary. Leaving part- timers out seems unfair. Linda Magee, Assistant to the City Manager /Human Resources Director, stated this recommendation for adjustment is for part time temporary employees. The Recreation Director has not requested an increase and did not budget for this. Many of these employees are moving through the step schedule. Diehm indicated that most of these employees are high school or college students that will get an increase next summer as they step up in their level. Motion by Nawrocki that the proposed resolution be expanded to include those recreation department individuals on Schedule 3. Peterson stated that the Department Head has recommended this wage range. Schmitt asked if we are having a hard time filling the positions and are we comparable to other communities. Magee indicated that we do not have a hard time filling the positions and we are comparable with other communities. Peterson called for a second to the motion. Motion died for lack of a second. Motion by Williams, second by Diehm, to waive the reading of Resolution 2011 -127, there being City Council Minutes Monday, November 14, 2011 Page 5 of 10 ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Williams, second by Schmitt, to adopt Resolution 2011 -127, adopting changes in wage ranges and establishing wages for seasonal and temporary employees for calendar year 2012. Nawrocki indicated that this is not fair to all city employees. Williams stated that with the step program there is a raise of about 2.5 percent per year for these employees. Nawrocki referred to the step program everyone has. Upon vote: Schmitt, aye; Williams, aye; Diehm, aye; Nawrocki, aye; Peterson, aye. 5 ayes. Motion carried. H. Authorize purchase of replacement Fire Department rescue truck Nawrocki asked if this is the truck for the Fire Chief. Chief Gorman stated this would replace our rescue truck. The existing truck will go to the Public Works Department to replace a truck they were going to purchase. Motion by Nawrocki, second by Williams, to authorize the purchase of a 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 4x4 from Thane Hawkins Polar Chevrolet in the State of Minnesota Purchasing Contract amount of $35,886.20; and to equip the vehicle with lights, sirens, and computer mounts in an amount not to exceed $7,000; and a graphics package not to exceed $500. Funding shall be from the Fire Capital Equipment fund 439 -42200 -5150. Schmitt asked if this replaces any Public Works trucks. Kloiber stated no. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried. L. Adopt Resolution 2011 -128 authorizing the City Of Columbia Heights to enter into Agreement No. 99883 with MnDOT to act as the City's agent in accepting Federal funds Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director, stated this is an update to an existing agreement to include federal changes. They stipulate that the city provide supervision over the engineer, follow through the project, and do follow up after the project. Some of these requirements were included in the pedestrian bridge project. Nawrocki asked what funds we anticipate in the future. Hansen stated we received two federal funding resources for the bridge. Future funds would be specific to highway work. There is no anticipated work in the near future. Motion by Nawrocki, second by Diehm, to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2011 -128, there being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Nawrocki, second by Diehm, to adopt Resolution No. 2011 -128, being a resolution authorizing the City of Columbia Heights to enter into Agreement No. 99883 authorizing MnDOT to act as the City's Agent in accepting Federal funds for Federal Aid projects initiated by the City. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried. M. Adopt Resolution 2011 -130 accepting the Feasibility Report for Zone 6 Street Seal Coat and ordering the Public Improvement Hearing, City Project No. 1201 Motion by Diehm, second by Williams, to waive the reading of Resolutions 2011 -130 and 131, there being ample copies available to the public. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion carried. City Council Minutes Monday, November 14, 2011 Page 6 of 10 Peterson noted there are two alternate dates. Hansen stated the first resolution is for our annual seal coating maintenance activity. This is done on about an eight year repeating cycle. Our street rehab policy is that after any major work the first seal coat is paid by the city. Nawrocki stated he traveled all the streets and did not see the need for this work on all of the streets. Diehm asked the Public Works Director for an explanation of the projects. Hansen explained the difference between seal coating, mill and overlay, and full street rehab. He explained the process to detei ine the need for each project. Work is done based on the tested condition of the streets. Nawrocki questioned what testing is done for seal coating. Hansen stated that every bituminous street has had the three types of testing done in the year prior to the project. Nawrocki stated concern for the tax payers in this economy. He did not see the cracks and potholes and suggested seal coating be done on a ten year basis. Hansen stated they rely on MNDOT standards and they recommend an even shorter cycle of four to six years. Streets do deteriorate. We do the right thing at the right time. Seal coating is the least expensive work to maintain the street. Peterson stated our street program was established to maintain the streets rather than let them deteriorate. We all sympathize with the tax payer, but this is to save money in the long run. This system was agreed to about 15 years ago. Schmitt asked if there was reconstruction from 42 to 44 Hansen stated that was a mill and overlay. Schmitt questioned if it would have been easier to do the lower portion last year. Hansen stated that due to the project size last year, this area was split. Schmitt questioned the estimated cost for the church and two apartment buildings. Hansen stated that we have not yet prepared the feasibility study. The policy applies to residential property, to which the city contributes. Motion by Schmitt, second by Williams, to adopt Resolution 2011 -130, being a resolution accepting the feasibility report for Zone 6 Street Seal Coat, City Project No. 1201, and ordering the Public Improvement Hearing beginning at 6:30 p.m. on January 18, 2012. Upon vote: Schmitt, aye; Williams, aye; Diehm, aye; Nawrocki, nay; Peterson, aye. 4 ayes — 1 nay. Motion carried. N. Adopt Resolution 2011 -131 accepting the Feasibility Report for Zone 7 Street Rehabilitation and ordering the Public Improvement Hearing, City Project No. 1202 Motion by Williams, second by Schmitt, to adopt Resolution 2011 -131, being a resolution accepting the Feasibility Report for Zone 7 Street Rehabilitation, City Project No. 1202, and ordering the Public Improvement Hearing beginning at 6:45 p.m. on January 18, 2012. Nawrocki stated that property owners on these streets will be assessed over $3,000, which is a lot of money in this economy. There is still life in the streets and we should postpone this work. Upon vote: Schmitt, aye; Williams, aye; Diehm, aye; Nawrocki, nay; Peterson, aye. 4 ayes — 1 nay. Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS - none ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION - none ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Report of the City Manager Fehst referred to article from the Finance Commerce newspaper about the new Aldi's in Columbia City Council Minutes Monday, November 14, 2011 Page 7 of 10 Heights. They have tried to open a store here for five to seven years. He stated that they have now built a beautiful building here and is the nicest one he has seen. The public grand opening is this Friday. The ribbon cutting is this Thursday. The Chamber of Commerce will be there, as will the local newspaper. We are delighted they are in town and they will do very well here. Fehst stated there will be a free train ride to the new Ramsey NorthStar train station this Wednesday. Fehst stated the Police Department reached out to the Muslim community with an event at the Fridley Mosque to talk about our community programs, and landlord /tenant issues, and other policing issues. Fehst referred to the current City Survey, together with the League of Minnesota Cities, with questions about the services of the city. It is available on our web site. Fehst encouraged people to go on line and fill out the survey. Nawrocki stated disappointment that the survey does not ask questions about the taxes people pay. Relative to taxes, Nawrocki requested a list of reductions to balance the budget for next year. He again recommended we go out for bids for our audit services and legal services. East Bethal used our auditor, went out for bids and received a lower bid. Nawrocki stated that he submitted a list of budget questions and requested copies of all questions and answers to the budget. Nawrocki stated he took a strong exception to how the budget should work in our Charter city. It is up to the Council to adopt the budget. Items should come to Council for changes. Nawrocki questioned the cost of the annual employee luncheon so he could pay his portion. He will continue to abide by the motion passed and pay his own way. Nawrocki stated that occasionally he does not get the Sun Focus newspaper in his neighborhood. When he called them, he was informed that they do not have enough papers for everyone. This is our legal publication and it should go to everyone in the community. The Northeaster is put in a mailbox versus the Sun Focus, which is thrown on the ground. Nawrocki stated that the fence by Jackson pond has been pushed in. The wood fence along 43 is in bad shape. Fehst stated that the parts were there to fix it, but this will be passed it along to the inspection department. Nawrocki requested to know what impact the regional solid waste master plan will have on Columbia Heights. Hansen stated that Jesse Davies will need to respond to this question. Report of the City Attorney — nothing to report. CITIZENS FORUM Peterson stated that there have been inquiries on LED Signs. The sign industry has changed and we need the Planning and Zoning Commission to relook at our ordinance. Fehst indicated that the company awarded the bid for the city hall LED sign is not performing and does not return calls. We may need to revisit this bid award. Fehst stated that LED signs make merchants successful. Schmitt requested that local businesses are contacted for their input. Peterson reminded everyone of the Taste of Columbia Heights event on November 18 There will be wine tasting and micro brews sampling. The Lions will have their bar open also. Nawrocki questioned who would pay for the wine and beer. Peterson stated that the samples will be donated by the suppliers. Peterson stated: "Don't forget our service men and women protecting our freedom. Thank them for their service. Don't take ourselves too seriously and do a random act of kindness ". City Council Minutes Monday, November 14, 2011 Page 8 of 10 ADJOURNMENT Mayor Peterson adjourned the meeting at 8:55 p.m. Patricia Muscovitz C 4 City Cl k RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -129 BEING A RESOLUTION REQUESTING NO CHANGE IN FISCAL DISPARITIES WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota adopted Minnesota Statute Section 473F — a system designed to share tax resources in the metropolitan area known as fiscal disparities; and, WHEREAS, the idea of tax -base sharing is to narrow the gap between communities with a strong and growing commercial- industrial tax base and communities with small or stagnated commercial- industrial tax base. To lessen the difference between these "haves" and "have - nots," the law requires that 40 percent of new commercial - industrial tax base be put back into the metropolitan pool and apportioned back to communities according to their population and overall tax base; and, WHEREAS, the Minnesota fiscal disparities tax sharing system is working and is making progress towards its objective; and, WHEREAS, tax base sharing results in spreading the benefits of regional centers and facilities to communities that do not have them but whose taxpayers support them, either through sales or income taxes. Further, fiscal disparities is an integral part of the metropolitan area's property tax system, and is a fundamental benefit to the entire metropolitan area because it recognizes that communities are in interdependent economic unit — as shown by the recent formulation of the economic development organization called "Greater MSP "; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights respectfully requests the Governor and the Minnesota Legislature to support continuation of the current Fiscal Disparities Law. RESOLUTION 2011 -127 ADOPTING CHANGES IN WAGE RANGES AND ESTABLISHING WAGES FOR TEMPORARY PART -TIME LIBRARY POSITIONS, SEASONAL PUBLIC WORKS POSITIONS, SEASONAL /TEMPORARY RECREATION POSITIONS, AND INTERNS WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights adopted a Wage Compensation Program for Non - Unionized City Employees effective January 1, 1980 (Resolution 80 -47), which indicated that on an annual basis, changes may be adopted in Wage Ranges. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Columbia Heights establishes wage ranges for non - unionized temporary part-time Library positions, seasonal Public Works positions, seasonal /temporary Recreation positions, and interns, as indicated on Schedule I, II, III, and IV, which are attached and on file in the office of the City Manager; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that such schedules be effective January 1, 2012. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 —132 UPDATE INCOME LIMIT FOR SENIOR CITIZEN UTILITY RATES WHEREAS, the City Council has previously established eligibility standards for senior citizen rates for refuse service, sewage disposal, storm water and water supply; and WHEREAS, it has been the City's practice to maintain uniform eligibility standards whenever possible: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Columbia Heights as follows: That anyone over 62 years of age with a maximum household income of $31,400 will be eligible for reduced rates. City Council Minutes Monday, November 14, 2011 Page 9 of 10 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the above eligibility standard is effective January 1, 2012. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -128 BEING A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS FOR FEDERAL PARTICIPATION IN CONSTRUCTION BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Minnesota Stat. Sec. 161.36, the Commissioner of Transportation be appointed as Agent of the City of Columbia Heights to accept as its agent, federal aid funds which may be made available for eligible transportation related projects. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Mayor and the City Manager, are hereby authorized and directed for and on behalf of the City to execute and enter into an agreement with the Commissioner of Transportation prescribing the terms and conditions of said federal aid participation as set forth and contained in "Minnesota Department of Transportation Agency Agreement No. 99883 ", a copy of which said agreement was before the City Council and which is made a part hereof by reference. RESOLUTION 2011 -130 BEING A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR ZONE 6 STREET SEAL COAT /ORDERING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT HEARING CITY PROJECT NO. 1201 WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted a Street Rehabilitation Program which divides the City into seven zones, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution 2011 -093, a report has been prepared by the City Engineer with reference to the Zone 6 Street Seal Coating Program, and WHEREAS, Zone 6 is bounded by University Avenue and Central Avenue, from 40 Avenue to 44 Avenue, and 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 November 14, 2011. 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 $125,200. 2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 18 day of January, 2012, in the City Council Chambers at 590 40 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 2011 -131 BEING A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR ZONE 7 STREET REHABILITATION AND ORDERING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT HEARING, CITY PROJECT NO. 1202 WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted a Street Rehabilitation Program which divides the City into seven zones, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 2011 -092, a report has been prepared by the City Engineer with reference to the Zone 7 area of the Street Rehabilitation Program, and WHEREAS, Zone 7 is bounded by California Street /Main Street and University Avenue from 37 Avenue to 45 Avenue and University Avenue and Central Avenue from 37 Avenue to 40 Avenue, and 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 November 14, 2011. 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 City Council Agenda Monday, November 14, 2011 Page 10 of 10 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 $401,700.00. 2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 18 day of January, 2012, in the City Council Chambers at 590 40"' Avenue N.E. at 6:45 P.M. and the City Clerk shall give mailed and published notice of such hearing and improvement as required by law.