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CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY,JULY 22,2013
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL HELD AT 7:00 PM
ON MONDAY,JULY 22, 2013 IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 590 40TH AVENUE N.E.,
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA.
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL/INVOCATION
Mayor Peterson called the meeting to order at 7:03 PM.
Members Present: Mayor Peterson, Council Member Schmitt, Council Member Diehm, Council
Member Williams and Council Member Nawrocki.
Staff Present: City Manager Walt Fehst, Fire Chief Gary Gorman, C.O.P. Terry Nightingale, City
Attorney Jim Hoeft and City Clerk/Council Secretary Tori Leonhardt.
Pastor Dan Thompson of Heights Church gave the invocation.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recited
3. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA
Mayor Peterson asked that Resolution Numbers 2013-61, 2013-63, 2013-65, and 2013-66
be removed from the Public Hearing as they have been brought into compliance.
Nawrocki indicated he has some items to add under the City Manager's report.
4. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS,RECOGNITION,ANNOUNCEMENTS, GUESTS
Schmitt commented that she spent the day at the League of Minnesota City's office on the
Improving Service Delivery Committee talking about initiatives and referendums that are coming
before the State. Schmitt informed the Council if they have any questions or concerns for the
League, she would be the liaison person for the City. Schmitt mentioned that the committee talked
about funding for city and county libraries and charter laws. Schmitt stated, our Charter has a limit
of$1,500 that the City can spend on expenses. At the next meeting there will be a detailed
discussion on elections regarding absentee voting, write-in ballots, and rank choice voting.
Schmitt stated the League was asking for clarification as to how the Charter spending limit is to be
interpreted. City Attorney Hoeft indicated we have always interpreted that the money is for
expenses that are outside of"election expenses", because election expenses are actually city
expenses. The $1,500 is a dedicated amount that is specifically dedicated to efforts associated with
the distinct Charter action and activities. Diehm added that the dollar amount was significantly less
years ago, but Carolynn Lane increased it to $1,500 from $500. Council Member Schmitt and
Council Member Nawrocki will be attending the next meeting on Wednesday, July 31St
Mayor Peterson read a proclamation for National Night Out, which will be held on Tuesday, August
6, 2013. C.O.P. Terry Nightingale thanked the Mayor and encouraged the Council and public to join
in with their neighbors in the effort of crime prevention. This is the 4'h year that Nightingale has
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coordinated this event. He indicated that last year there were 52 organized block parties that reached
over 1,300 residents. Nightingale reiterated that connecting with communities is part of the Police
Department's Strategic Plan. With current part one crime numbers down by 8% compared to last
year, we are seeing a continued downward trend in crime in the City since 2005. Nawrocki
informed Nightingale he would be interested in accompanying him this year. Schmitt asked if the
Royalty would be riding along with the Police Department this year. Assistant Fire Chief John
Larkin indicated the Royalty will be riding with the Fire Department. Peterson thanked Nightingale
and commended him on the work that he does and asked him if he would give an informative update
on the Community Picnic that is coming up. Nightingale indicated that the Community Picnic is
sponsored by the Police Department and various City Departments, along with the School District, to
offer information to the public. The event runs from 5:30—7:30PM and will take place at Huset
Park. Hotdogs and refreshments will be available.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Nawrocki asked that items A and D be removed from the Consent Agenda for
further discussion.
City Manager Fehst took the Council through the remaining items on the Consent Agenda.
A. Approve City Council Meeting Minutes of July 8 2013 - REMOVED
B. Approval of Attached List of Rental Housing Applications
MOTION: Move to approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for July 22,
2013 in that they have met the requirements of the Property Maintenance Code.
C. Approve Business License Applications
MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for July 22, 2013
as presented.
D. Payment of Bills - REMOVED
Items removed from the Consent Agenda for Discussion:
Motion by Diehm, seconded by Schmitt to approve the Consent Agenda items with the
exception of items A and D, which have been removed for further discussion. Upon Vote: All
ayes. Motion Carried.
Item A: Approve City Council Meeting Minutes of July 8, 2013
Nawrocki suggested to Fehst that he go through the items that were discussed at the last meeting
as it was not televised. Fehst replied that it is up to the Council if they would like him to do that.
Nawrocki stated not necessarily word per word, but a brief update. City Clerk Tori Leonhardt
stated that the previous agenda and minutes are available on the City's website.
Motion by Williams, seconded by Schmitt, to approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of July
8, 2013. Upon Vote: All ayes. Motion Carried.
Item D: Payment of Bills
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Nawrocki inquired as to what the three $30 Chamber golf luncheon charges were and asked how
this is a benefit to the City. Walt stated we are a member of the Chamber and this was a
Chamber event. That is one of two events that we attend. Nawrocki asked if there was an
agenda. Fehst replied there was and they talked about what is coming up for the Chamber, what
meetings, and when they will be meeting with legislation. Nawrocki commented on the
employee picnic and wanted to know why Lettuce Cater was not asked for a bid. Fehst indicated
we did get three bids and Look Out was the lowest and we have used them in the past and have
been very happy with them. Nawrocki stated we should keep it local. Fehst responded by
saying, we did get a bid from Sarna's which was higher than the Look Out. We have used
Lettuce Cater in the past and we will use them again in the future. Nawrocki asked how much
the meal was per person and indicated he would bring a check for his meal to the next meeting.
Fehst stated it was $13.00 per person. Nawrocki reiterated he questioned how we handle the
payment of bills at the last meeting and wanted to know when we started doing it the way we are
now. Fehst posed the question to the City Attorney. Hoeft responded we are in compliance with
State Statue and that is what we need to follow. Mayor Peterson stated he would be interested in
knowing how far back this payment of bills statement has been used. Fehst informed the Council
he will look into it.
Motion by Diehm, seconded by Schmitt, move that in accordance with Minnesota Statue
412.271, subd 8, the City Council has received the list of claims paid covering check number
148574 through 148740 in the amount of$739,181.37. Upon Vote: All ayes. Motion carried.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Adopt Resolutions 2013-58, 950 47th Avenue N.E., 2013-59 4504 Monroe Street N.E. 2013-
60, 4233 3rd Street N.E., and 2013-62, 4931 Jackson Street N.E. being declarations of nuisance
and abatement of violations within the City of Columbia Heights.
Chief Gorman went through the list of abatements and items that need to be completed.
Nawrocki wanted to know what an acceptable "fire load"meant. Gorman replied it is when
there is an accumulation of too much stuff in the house.
Motion by Williams, seconded by Diehm, to close the Public Hearing and to waive the reading
of Resolution Numbers 2013-58, 2013-59, 2013-60, and 2013-62, there being ample copies
available to the public. Upon Vote: All Ayes. Motion Carried.
Motion by Williams, seconded by Diehm, to adopt Resolution Numbers 2013-58, 2013-59,
2013-60, 2013-61, and 2013-62 being resolutions of the City Council of the City of Columbia
Heights declaring the properties listed a nuisance and approving the abatement of violations from
the properties pursuant to City Code section 8.206. Upon Vote: All ayes. Motion Carried.
B. Adopt Resolutions, 2013-64, 4116 Reservoir 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.
Gorman tools the Council through the items for revocation.
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Motion by Williams, seconded by Diehm, to close the Public Hearing and to waive the reading
of Resolution Numbers 2013-64, there being ample copies available to the public. Upon Vote:
All ayes. Motion Carried.
Motion by Williams, seconded by Diehm, to adopt Resolution Numbers 2013-64, being
Resolutions 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 licenses listed. Upon
Vote: All ayes. Motion Carried.
7. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A. Other Ordinances and Resolutions - none
B. Bid Considerations - none
C. New Business and Reports - none
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Report of the City Manager—
Fehst stated that Malcolm Watson was here earlier tonight to talk about how far the City has come
since he worked here. Watson served as the City Engineer from 1951-1957 and then from 1957-
1977 as the City Manager. Fehst believes he was possibly the best City Manager the City has had
and indicated he literally built/designed the roads in the city. Fehst stated if anyone wants a copy of
the article that was written about Watson,they can call Fehst at 763-706-3608 and he will give them
a copy. Fehst reminded everyone about the Community Picnic at Huset Park and informed the
Council that there is an HRA meeting to update everyone on Aeon.
Nawrocki commented he received a copy of a letter on the conditions from the proposed buyer/seller
of the building on 40th. Personally, he is not in favor of building a new city hall and although a new
library would be nice, he also opposes building a new library. He feels building a new library needs
to go to a vote of the City. He also received the auditor's report and there are some concerns that we
should be aware of Property taxes over last 10 years have almost doubled. Fehst stated that in
2003, half of the money came from state aid and the state has taken that money away. That's why
taxes went up. Nawrocki questioned again, when meals and travel expenses were added back into
the budget and to what the City of Fridley's policy was on reimbursement of meals. Fehst reiterated
that he had already answered these questions.
Schmitt brought up a comment that Council Member Andrew Peters from Lake City was talking
about on LGA and how their city was close to going bankrupt five years ago. Their city started to
put aside the money from the State and ended up turning the city's finances around. Schmitt also
stated it is good to go to these meetings to get input from other city officials and take away what is
being said and learn how we can incorporate it in our own cities. Williams brought up that we
should comment on all we have done in the city. Our crime is the lowest since 2005. We have done
a lot of positive things in our city and he is proud to live here. Diehm indicated she would like to
bring up three items. First, street rehabilitation in northern part is going to be starting soon and staff
did a great job getting information out to residents. Second, she continues to receive feedback from
people in regards to library and feels it would be useful to ask staff to look into some funding
options and sources for the project. Thirdly, she reminded residents that it is warm out and people
need to get outside and meet their neighbors.
Nawrocki wanted to talk again about the loss of LGA. Peterson responded it is better now than it
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was 10 years ago and he is proud of the way the City is today.
Report of the City Attorney -None
9. CITIZENS FORUM
Catherine Vesley, 5135 Matterhorn Drive, thanked the Council for all they do and for giving a pep
talk on the City. Vesley feels that it is very important for staff and Council to go to outside meetings
for the networking. Vesley complimented City Engineer/Public Works Director Kevin Hansen on
the great job he and his staff did informing the people about the upcoming street rehabilitation
project going on in their neighborhood. Vesley commented that she did some research on
referendums and put it with their packets. She feels that people think that referendums are what the
general public wants, but referendums have become more difficult and it is not as easy as saying this
is or is not what people want. There seems to always be a fall out on them. There was a fall out
with the Community Center one. She feels the money, time, and effort that is spent on the
referendum should go towards the project instead. If you lose it is dead, if you win, there is nothing.
All you have done is won a referendum. Feels it should be voted on by the Council.
Nile Harper, 1347 Glacier, invited everyone to a neighborhood gathering in his neighborhood taking
place on August 6'h for National Night Out located at Rainier Pass off of Innsbrook. There will be
about 50 people in attendance. He would like to have the Council and Mayor stop out between 5:30
— 7:30 PM if possible. Nawrocki commented that he has participated in National Night Out for many
years. Fehst responded all the Council Members and the Mayor attend National Night Out and try
and get to as many as neighborhoods as they can.
Joyce Meier, 4931 Jackson Street, stated she is upset about the inspections that have been done on
her property. Feels big government has taken over.
Constance Kuppe, 5000 Johnson Street NE, stated she is representing Joyce Meyers in regards to an
incident this morning and has requested an informal meeting to discuss complaint issues, threats,
removing property such as wild flowers, but has not had a response as of yet. Constance Kuppe
handed Leonhardt an envelope that she indicated contained affidavits and stated the City should be
hearing from the Federal Trial Attorney.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Peterson asked that we do not forget our service men and women and keep them in our
thoughts and prayers. Do not take life too seriously and try and do a random act of kindness.
Peterson adjourned the meeting at 8:15 PM.
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Tori L on dt, City Clerk/Council Secretary
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RESOLUTION 2013-58
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property a nuisance and
approving abatement of ordinance violations pursuant to Chapter 8, Article Il, of City Code, of the property
owned by The Heights Apartments (Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 950 47th Avenue N.E.,
Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
And whereas, pursuant to Columbia Heights Code, Chapter 8, Article II, Section 8.206, written notice
setting forth the causes and reasons for the proposed council action contained herein was sent via regular
mail to the owner of record on June 13, 2013.
Now, therefore, in accordance with the foregoing, and all ordinances and regulations of the City of
Columbia Heights, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on May 09, 2013 an inspection was conducted on the property listed above. Inspectors found
violations. A compliance order was sent via regular mail to the owner at the address.
2. That on June 13, 2013 inspectors re-inspected the property listed above. Inspectors noted that
violations remained uncorrected. A compliance order and statement of cause was mailed via regular
mail to the owner listed in the property records.
3. That on July 10, 2013 inspectors re-inspected the property and found that violations remained
uncorrected.
4. That based upon said records of the Fire Department, the following conditions and violations of City
Codes(s) were found to exist, to wit:
A. Shall remove items to provide an acceptable fire load in the unit.
5. That all parties, including the owner of record and any occupants or tenants, have been given the
appropriate notice of this hearing according to the provisions of the City Code Section 8.206(A) and
8.206(B).
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the property located at 950 47th Avenue, Unit #8 is in violation of the provisions of the
Columbia Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
2. That all relevant parties and parties in interest have been duly served notice of this hearing, and any
other hearings relevant to the abatement of violations on the property listed above.
3. That all applicable rights and periods of appeal as relating to the owner of record, occupant, or
tenant, as the case may be, have expired, or such rights have been exercised and completed.
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The property located at 950 47th Avenue N.E. constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Code.
2. That a copy of this order shall be served upon all relevant parties and parties in interest.
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Passed this 22"d day of July 2013
RESOLUTION 2013-59
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property a nuisance and
approving abatement of ordinance violations pursuant to Chapter 8, Article II, of City Code, of the property
owned by Daniel O'Connor (Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 4504 Monroe Street N.E.,
Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
And whereas, pursuant to Columbia Heights Code, Chapter 8, Article II, Section 8.206, written notice
setting forth the causes and reasons for the proposed council action contained herein was sent via regular
mail to the owner of record on June 17, 2013.
Now, therefore, in accordance with the foregoing, and all ordinances and regulations of the City of
Columbia Heights, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on May 14, 2013 an inspection was conducted on the property listed above. Inspectors found
violations. A compliance order was sent via regular mail to the owner at the address.
2. That on June 17, 2013 inspectors re-inspected the property listed above. Inspectors noted that
violations remained uncorrected. A compliance order and statement of cause was mailed via regular
mail to the owner listed in the property records.
3. That on July 10, 2013 inspectors re-inspected the property and found that violations remained
uncorrected.
4. That based upon said records of the Fire Department, the following conditions and violations of City
Codes(s) were found to exist, to wit:
A. Shall repair/replace broken and falling down soffit/fascia on house.
B. Shall repair/replace roof damage related to the soffit/fascia collapse.
C. Shall repair/replace front screen door.
D. Shall repair/replace an/all areas of garage that are deteriorated from holes, rotted
wood, etc.
5. That all parties, including the owner of record and any occupants or tenants, have been given the
appropriate notice of this hearing according to the provisions of the City Code Section 8.206(A) and
8.206(B).
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the property located at 4504 Monroe Street N.E. is in violation of the provisions of the
Columbia Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
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2. That all relevant parties and parties in interest have been duly served notice of this hearing, and any
other hearings relevant to the abatement of violations on the property listed above.
3. That all applicable rights and periods of appeal as relating to the owner of record, occupant, or
tenant, as the case may be, have expired, or such rights have been exercised and completed.
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The property located at 4504 Monroe Street N.E. constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Code.
2. That a copy of this order shall be served upon all relevant parties and parties in interest.
Passed this 22nd day of July 2013
RESOLUTION 2013-60
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property a nuisance and
approving abatement of ordinance violations pursuant to Chapter 8, Article 11, of City Code, of the property
owned by Richard Berg (Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 4233 3rd Street N.E.,
Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
And whereas, pursuant to Columbia Heights Code, Chapter 8, Article II, Section 8.206, written notice
setting forth the causes and reasons for the proposed council action contained herein was sent via regular
mail to the owner of record on June 17, 2013.
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 May 16, 2013 an inspection was conducted on the property listed above. Inspectors found
violations. A compliance order was sent via regular mail to the owner at the address.
2. That on June 17, 2013 inspectors re-inspected the property listed above. Inspectors noted that
violations remained uncorrected. A compliance order and statement of cause was mailed via regular
mail to the owner listed in the property records.
3. That on July 10, 2013 inspectors re-inspected the property and found that violations remained
uncorrected.
4. That based upon said records of the Fire Department, the following conditions and violations of City
Codes(s) were found to exist, to wit:
A. Shall remove hazardous dead tree located in the southeast corner.
5. That all parties, including the owner of record and any occupants or tenants, have been given the
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appropriate notice of this hearing according to the provisions of the City Code Section 8.206(A) and
8.206(B).
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the property located at 4233 3rd Street N.E. is in violation of the provisions of the Columbia
Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
2. That all relevant parties and parties in interest have been duly served notice of this hearing, and any
other hearings relevant to the abatement of violations on the property listed above.
3. That all applicable rights and periods of appeal as relating to the owner of record, occupant, or
tenant, as the case may be, have expired, or such rights have been exercised and completed.
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The property located at 4533 3rd Street N.E. constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Code.
2. That a copy of this order shall be served upon all relevant parties and parties in interest.
Passed this 22nd day of July 2013
RESOLUTION 2013-61
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property a nuisance and
approving abatement of ordinance violations pursuant to Chapter 8, Article 11, of City Code, of the property
owned by Nicholas Miller (Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 3819 Van Buren Street N.E.,
Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
And whereas, pursuant to Columbia Heights Code, Chapter 8, Article II, Section 8.206, written notice
setting forth the causes and reasons for the proposed council action contained herein was sent via regular
mail to the owner of record on June 18, 2013.
Now, therefore, in accordance with the foregoing, and all ordinances and regulations of the City of
Columbia Heights, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on May 16, 2013 an inspection was conducted on the property listed above. Inspectors found
violations. A compliance order was sent via regular mail to the owner at the address.
2. That on June 18, 2013 inspectors re-inspected the property listed above. Inspectors noted that
violations remained uncorrected. A compliance order and statement of cause was mailed via regular
mail to the owner listed in the property records.
3. That on July 9, 2013 inspectors re-inspected the property and found that violations remained
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uncorrected.
4. That based upon said records of the Fire Department, the following conditions and violations of City
Codes(s) were found to exist, to wit:
A. Shall scrape and paint soffit on garage as needed.
5. That all parties, including the owner of record and any occupants or tenants, have been given the
appropriate notice of this hearing according to the provisions of the City Code Section 8.206(A) and
8.206(B).
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the property located at 3819 Van Buren Street N.E. is in violation of the provisions of the
Columbia Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
2. That all relevant parties and parties in interest have been duly served notice of this hearing, and any
other hearings relevant to the abatement of violations on the property listed above.
3. That all applicable rights and periods of appeal as relating to the owner of record, occupant, or
tenant, as the case may be, have expired, or such rights have been exercised and completed.
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The property located at 3819 Van Buren Street N.E. constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Code.
2. That a copy of this order shall be served upon all relevant parties and parties in interest.
Passed this 22nd day of July 2013
RESOLUTION 2013-62
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property a nuisance and
approving abatement of ordinance violations pursuant to Chapter 8, Article It, of City Code, of the property
owned by Joyce Meier (Hereinafter "Owner of Record").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 4931-33 Jackson Street N.E.,
Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
And whereas, pursuant to Columbia Heights Code, Chapter 8, Article I1, Section 8.206, written notice
setting forth the causes and reasons for the proposed council action contained herein was sent via regular
mail to the owner of record on July 3, 2013.
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
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1. That on June 17, 2013 an inspection was conducted on the property listed above. Inspectors found
violations. A compliance order was sent via regular mail to the owner at the address.
2. That on June 24, 2013 inspectors re-inspected the property listed above. Inspectors noted that
violations remained uncorrected. A compliance order and statement of cause was mailed via regular
mail to the owner listed in the property records.
3. That on July 03, 2013 inspectors re-inspected the property and found that violations remained
uncorrected.
4. That based upon said records of the Fire Department, the following conditions and violations of City
Codes(s) were found to exist, to wit:
A. Shall cut down/remove all/any tall grass, weeds and/or scrub growth throughout the
property.
5. That all parties, including the owner of record and any occupants or tenants, have been given the
appropriate notice of this hearing according to the provisions of the City Code Section 8.206(A) and
8.206(B).
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the property located at 4931-33 Jackson Street N.E. is in violation of the provisions of the
Columbia Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
2. That all relevant parties and parties in interest have been duly served notice of this hearing, and any
other hearings relevant to the abatement of violations on the property listed above.
3. That all applicable rights and periods of appeal as relating to the owner of record, occupant, or
tenant, as the case may be, have expired, or such rights have been exercised and completed.
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The property located at 4931-33 Jackson Street N.E. constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Code.
2. That a copy of this order shall be served upon all relevant parties and parties in interest.
Passed this 22"a day of July 2013
RESOLUTION 2013-63
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights approving revocation pursuant to City
Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5A.408(A) of that certain residential rental license held by Julio
Medina (Hereinafter "License Holder").
'Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 1116-18 45t" Avenue N.E.
Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
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Whereas, pursuant to City Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5A.408(B), written notice setting forth the
causes and reasons for the proposed Council action contained herein was given to the License Holder on
June 10, 2013 of an public hearing to be held on July 22, 2013.
Now, therefore, in accordance with the foregoing, and all ordinances and regulations of the City of
Columbia Heights, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on May 7, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights, inspected the property described
above and noted 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 June 13, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights performed a reinspection and
noted that violations remained uncorrected. A statement of cause was mailed via regular mail to the
owner at the address listed on the rental housing license application.
3. That on July 1, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights checked records for this property
and noted that the violations remained uncorrected
4. That based upon said records of the Enforcement Office, the following conditions and violations of
the City's Property Maintenance Code were found to exist, to-wit:
a. Shall repair hole in kitchen ceiling on 1116 side.
b. Shall replace door knob on closet door on first floor on 1116 side.
c. Shall replace door knob to upstairs bedroom on 1116 side.
d. Shall provide CO detectors upstairs on 1116 side.
e. Shall repair door knob on closet door on first floor on 1118 side.
f. Shall provide batteries in smoke detectors in broth bedrooms on 1118 side.
g. Shall remove all storage around electrical panels in laundry room.
h. Shall repair/replace smoke detector in laundry room.
i. Shall repair/replace driveway.
j. Shall repair/replace all missing/damaged screens on building.
k. Shall repair replace dryer vent covers.
1. Shall sod/seed/landscape bare areas of yard.
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 5A, Article
III 5A.306 and 5A.303(A).
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by license number
F 13012 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 45 days from the first day of posting
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of this Order revoking the license as held by License Holder.
Passed this 22nd day of July 2013
RESOLUTION 2013-64
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights approving revocation pursuant to City
Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5A.408(A) of that certain residential rental license held by Duncan
McClellan (Hereinafter "License Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 4116 Reservoir Blvd N.E.,
Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
Whereas, pursuant to City Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5A.408(B), written notice setting forth the
causes and reasons for the proposed Council action contained herein was given to the License Holder on
June 20, 2013 of an public hearing to be held on July 22, 2013.
Now, therefore, in accordance with the foregoing, and all ordinances and regulations of the City of
Columbia Heights, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on May 15, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights, inspected the property described
above and noted 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 June 20, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights performed a reinspection and
noted that violations remained uncorrected. . A statement of cause was mailed via regular mail to
the owner at the address listed on the rental housing license application.
3. That on July 11, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights checked records for this property
and noted that the violations remained uncorrected
4. That based upon said records of the Enforcement Office, the following conditions and violations of
the City's Property Maintenance Code were found to exist, to-wit:
a. Shall remove any/all shrub growth on property.
b. Shall repair/replace broken glass on garage service door.
c. Shall repair/replace any/all missing/damaged screens on the building.
d. Shall replace damaged bathroom sink.
e. Shall replace missing metal plate on water heater.
f. Shall remove combustibles around water heater.
g. Shall provide permanent hardwiring for refrigerator and remove extension cord.
h. Shall replace missing cabinet door in kitchen.
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 5A, Article
III 5A.306 and 5A.303(A).
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ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by license number
F12553 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 45 days from the first day of posting
of this Order revoking the license as held by License Holder.
Passed this 22°a day of July 2013
RESOLUTION 2013-65
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights approving revocation pursuant to City
Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5A.408(A) of that certain residential rental license held by Mujir
Ibrahim (Hereinafter "License Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 1132-34 45th Avenue N.E.
Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
Whereas, pursuant to City Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5A.408(B), written notice setting forth the
causes and reasons for the proposed Council action contained herein was given to the License Holder on
June 17, 2013 of an public hearing to be held on July 22, 2013.
Now, therefore, in accordance with the foregoing, and all ordinances and regulations of the City of
Columbia Heights, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on May 17, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights, inspected the property described
above and noted 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 June 17, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights performed a reinspection and
noted that violations remained uncorrected. . A statement of cause was mailed via regular mail to
the owner at the address listed on the rental housing license application.
3. That on July 10, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights checked records for this property
and noted that the violations remained uncorrected
4. That based upon said records of the Enforcement Office, the following conditions and violations of
the City's Property Maintenance Code were found to exist,to-wit:
a. Shall replace missing window and closure.
b. Shall repair side screen door.
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Monday, July 22,2013
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5. That all parties, including the License Holder and any occupants or tenants, have been given the
appropriate notice of this hearing according to the provisions of the City Code, Chapter 5A, Article
III 5A.306 and 5A.303(A).
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by license number
F12504 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 45 days from the first day of posting
of this Order revolting the license as held by License Holder.
Passed this 22nd day of July 2013
RESOLUTION 2013-66
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights approving revocation pursuant to City
Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5A.408(A) of that certain residential rental license held by Theodore
Risk (Hereinafter "License Holder").
Whereas, license holder is the legal owner of the real property located at 501 - 40th Avenue N.E. Columbia
Heights, Minnesota.
Whereas, pursuant to City Code, Chapter 5A, Article IV, Section 5A.408(B), written notice setting forth the
causes and reasons for the proposed Council action contained herein was given to the License Holder on
June 27, 2013 of an public hearing to be held on July 22, 2013.
Now, therefore, in accordance with the foregoing, and all ordinances and regulations of the City of
Columbia Heights, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That on May 20, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights, inspected the property described
above and noted 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 June 27, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights performed a reinspection and
noted that violations remained uncorrected. . A statement of cause was mailed via regular mail to
the owner at the address listed on the rental housing license application.
3. That on July 9, 2013 inspectors for the City of Columbia Heights checked records for this property
and noted that the violations remained uncorrected
4. That based upon said records of the Enforcement Office, the following conditions and violations of
the City's Property Maintenance Code were found to exist,to-wit:
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a. Shall repair'replace all rotted wood on rear of building.
b. Shall repair/replace bottom of garage door.
c. Shall repair vent on front of building.
d. Shall repair/replace broken/rotted wood siding around stair case.
e. Shall install proper seal around air conditioners on both west and east sides.
f. Shall scrape/paint all areas of peeling stucco on building.
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 5A, Article
III 5A.306 and 5A.303(A).
ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The rental license belonging to the License Holder described herein and identified by license number
F 12619 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 45 days from the first day of posting
of this Order revoking the license as held by License Holder.
Passed this 22,d day of July 2013