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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-13-2015OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 2015 THE FOLLOWING ARE THE MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL HELD AT 7:00 PM ON MONDAY APRIL 13, 2015 IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 590 40TH AVENUE N.E., COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Peterson called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Peterson, Councilmembers Nawrocki, Schmitt, Williams and Murzyn Jr. Also Present: Walt Fehst, City Manager; Jim Hoeft, City Attorney; Kelli Bourgeois, Human Resource Director /Assistant to the City Manager; Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director; Joe Kloiber, Finance Director; Eric Hansen, Facilities Maintenance Supervisor; Katie Bruno, Council Secretary 3. INVOCATION Invocation provided by Pastor Bob Lyndes, Crest View Senior Community 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 5. 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.) 6. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITION, ANNOUNCEMENTS, GUESTS A. Proclamation of Community yer Breakfast, May 6 2015 Mayor Peterson read the proclamation, and invited the public to participate if interested. It was announced that the "City of Peace' awards will be presented at the event. B. National Library Week Proclamation Mayor Peterson read the proclamation. Barb Kondrick, Adult Services Librarian announced that throughout the month of April, patrons are invited to complete a "word balloon" expressing something they have learned at the library. A few of the submissions were shared with the council. Councilmember Nawrocki announced Friends of the Library will be hosting a pancake breakfast on April 17th. C. Arbor Day Proclamation Mayor Peterson read the proclamation. 7. 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 City Council MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the City Council meeting of March 23, 2015 MOTION: Approve the work session minutes of March 23, 2015 MOTION: Approve the work session minutes of April 6, 2015 City Council Minutes April 13, 2015 Page 2 of 10 B. Accept Board and Commission Meeting Minutes MOTION: Move to accept the Public Arts Commission minutes of March 4, 2015 C. Adopt Resolution 2015 -27 awarding street striping Resolution 2015 -28 awarding crack sealing, and Resolution 2015 -29 awarding seal coating. City Manager Walt Fehst explained that the City has partnered with various other cities in a contract led by the City of Coon Rapids for street striping, crack sealing and seal coating. This contract sharing allows for better pricing. Councilmember Nawrocki questioned the total amount anticipated for each project. Director of Public Works Kevin Hansen reported the budgeted amount is $4,000 for street striping, $10,000 for crack sealing and $100,000 for sealcoating. MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2015 -27, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2015 -27, being a resolution awarding the Joint Powers Agreement Contract with the City of Coon Rapids for the 2015 Street Striping Project to AAA Striping Service, based upon their low, qualified, responsible bid in the amount of $19.15 per gallon for Street Markings and $100.00 per gallon for Street Symbol Markings with an estimated cost of $3,300 to be appropriated from Fund 212- 43190 -4000 and $650 to be appropriated from Fund 101- 43170 -4000. MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2015 -28, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2015 -28, being a resolution awarding the Joint Powers Agreement Contract with the City of Coon Rapids for the 2015 Crack Sealing Project to Allied Blacktop Company based upon their low, qualified, responsible bid in the amount of $0.70 per lineal foot for crack sealing with an estimated cost of $2,120 to be appropriated from Fund 430 - 46323 -4000. MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2015 -29, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2015 -29, being a resolution awarding the Joint Powers Agreement Contract with the City of Coon Rapids for the 2015 Seal Coating Project to Allied Blacktop Company, based upon their low, qualified, responsible bid in the amount of $2.02 per gallon of emulsion and $0.93 per square yard of aggregate with an estimated cost of $19,555 to be appropriated from Fund 415 -51301 -5185 and $25,280 to be appropriated from Fund 430- 46323 -5185. D. Authorization To Seek Bids For 2015 Miscellaneous Utility Repairs MOTION: Move to authorize staff to seek bids for the 2015 Miscellaneous Utility Repair project. E. Approve Mini Grant Agreement with MWMO In the amount of $3,000 for rain garden construction on Reservoir Boulevard north of Peters Place City Council Minutes April 13, 2015 Page 3 of 10 Councilmember Nawrocki questioned the city's portion of the project. Director Hansen stated the estimated cost is about $6,500, some of that will be offset by partnering with volunteers. MOTION: Move to enter into a Mini -Grant Agreement with the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO) for rain garden construction on Reservoir Boulev=ard, north of Peters Place, for an approved amount not to exceed $3,000; and, furthermore, to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. F. Approve final payment for pump station 2 VFD and electrical upgrades project 1407 MOTION: Move to accept the work for Pump Station 2 Electrical Upgrades, City Project No. 1407, and to authorize final payment of $5,682.59 to Forest Lake Contracting, Inc. of Forest Lake, Minnesota. G. Approve funding agreement with MWMO in the amount of $250,000 for the Labelle Park improvements, Project No. 1306 MOTION: Move to enter into a funding agreement with the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO) for the LaBelle Park improvements for an approved amount not to exceed $250,000; and, furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. H. Consideration of appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission Public Arts Commission and Park & Recreation Commission. City Manager Walt Fehst read the names of the appointees, commenting that a request of the council may be made in the future to add an alternate member to the Planning & Zoning Commission. MOTION: Move to re- appoint and appoint volunteers to serve on various commissions as recommended. I. Approve Resolution 2015 -30, Regarding the 2015 -2016 Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the City of Columbia Heights and International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local No. 49, AFL -CIO. MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2015 -30, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2015 -30, regarding the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Columbia Heights and the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local No. 49, Effective January 1, 2015 — December 31, 2016. J. Approve Business License Applications MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for April 13, 2015 as presented. K. Approve Purchase Agreement for EnergManagement System at Top Valu I and II in the amount Of $34,852. *Removed for discussion. L. Payment of Bills MOTION: Move that in accordance with Minnesota Statute 412.271, subd. 8, City Council Minutes April 13, 2015 Page 4 of 10 the City Council has received the list of claims paid covering check number 156177 through 156405 in the amount of $727,749.20. Councilmember Schmitt requested item K be removed for discussion. Motion by Councilmember Williams seconded by Nawrocki to approve the Consent Agenda items A, B, C, D, E, P, G, H, I, J and L. All Ayes, Motion Carried. The following item was removed for discussion: K. Approve Purchase Agreement for Energy Management System at Top Valu I and II in the amount Of $34,852. Councilmember Schmitt questioned why Liquor Store #3 was not included in the GreenWize Energy Management system proposals. Finance Director Joe Kloiber explained that Store #3 has older equipment, and improvements are limited; within the City Managers spending authority. Councilmember Schmitt thanked Eric Hansen for his diligent work in getting rebates. Motion by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Schmitt to authorize the City Manager to enter into a purchase agreement with Green Wize Energy Solutions, for an energy management system at Top Valu I and II, in the amount of $34,852. All Ayes, Motion Carried. S. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit for a Charter School at First Lutheran Church located at 1555 40th Avenue NE. Elizabeth Holmbeck, Associate Planner gave an overview of the request. The Planning & Zoning Commission held a Public Hearing on March 3'd, the neighbors expressed concern with the staff parking and bus drop off on 41 St Ave. School staff has agreed to park in the parking lot. The Planning & Zoning commission suggested the busses drop students off on Tyler St. Councilmember Schmitt questioned why the school wouldn't want the drop off on Tyler. Julie Johnson, representing the church explained that the primary reason is due to staffing, and safety, as it is further from the entrance. Mayor Peterson commented that it seems most logical to have all drop off and pick -up be on 41 st Ave. Director of Public Works Kevin Hansen explained that both 41St and Tyler are low volume roads. Councilmember Schmitt expressed concern with additional parking from parents on 41St Ave. Rick Campion, representing Prodeo Academy commented that in the past month he has seen just 3 cars total park in 41 stAve, commenting that area would not be convenient for parents to park. Mr. Campion stated he sees the most efficient and the safest place for bus traffic would be on 41st Ave. Planner Holmbeck reported that no other inquiries were received following the Planning & Zoning meeting. Councilmember Schmitt stated that she is more concerned with the end of day pickup, as busses will be parked for a longer period of time. Motion by Councilmember Williams seconded by Councilmember Schmitt to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2015 -21, there being ample copies available to the public. City Council Minutes April 13, 2015 Page 5 of 10 All Ayes, Motion Carried. Councilmember Schmitt questioned what a valid parking issue is. Director Hansen explained that in addition to citizen complaints the fire department will notice if there accessibility issues. Councilmember Schmitt noted the garbage truck may have difficulty exiting the alley. Councilmember Murzyn stated that issue was discussed at the Planning & Zoning meeting, noting that was a reason the recommendation was for Tyler St. City Attorney Jim Hoeft clarified the condition in the resolution allows for the City to make the determination of a parking issue. Motion by Councilmember Williams seconded by Councilmember Schmitt to approve the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation that the City Council approve the Conditional Use Permit for the property located at 1555 401h Avenue NE, noting the following amended conditions #2 and #3. 2. All bus drop -offs in the morning will occur on 41 st Ave. 3. All bus pick -ups in the afternoon will occur on 41st Ave. 3 Ayes, 2 Nays; Motion Carried. Ayes: Peterson, Williams and Nawrocki. Nays: Schmitt and Murzyn Jr. 9. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION A. Other Ordinances and Resolutions -None B. Bid Considerations 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2015 -26, being A Resolution Accepting Bids And Awarding A Contract for the 2015 Street Rehabilitation Zone 1 and State Aid Street Overlay ject Director of Public Works Kevin Hansen gave an overview of the item. Six bids were received ranging from $773,000 to $869,000. Councilmember Nawrocki questioned the engineers estimate. Hansen reported the estimate for the total work was $720,000, noting additional funds will come from the infrastructure fund. Motion by Councilmember Williams seconded by Councilmember Schmitt to waive the reading of Resolution 2015 -26, there being ample copies available to the public. Motion by Councilmember Williams seconded by Councilmember Schmitt to adopt Resolution 2015 -26 being a resolution accepting bids and awarding the 2015 Street Rehabilitation Zone I and State Aid Street Overlay Program, City Project Numbers 1502 and 1505, including Alternate I for unit priced private construction, to Park Construction Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota based upon their low, qualified, responsible bid in the amount of $779,143.80 with funds to be appropriated from Fund 415 - 51502 -5185 and 415 -51505 -5185; and, furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract for the same. C. New Business and Reports -None 10. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Report of the City Manager City Manager Walt Fehst commented on a recent report submitted by the Police Department, noting that crime incidents have reduced significantly over the past few years, the lowest they have been in the past 30 years. Manager Fehst is concerned though about the perception of crime in the City. City Council Minutes April 13, 2015 Page 6of10 Councilmember Nawrocki commented that crime is down in many cities, maybe because of the ability of agencies to locate perpetrators. Councilmember Nawrocki questioned the status of the office building on 40th and Central Ave. Manager Fehst stated that there have been a couple of interested parties, including an entertainment venue and a senior housing developer. Northeast State Bank will be moving to Mounds View later in the year. Councilmember Nawrocki stated it doesn't look like work is being done in the gas station on 401h and University. Manager Fehst commented that the y are meeting the minimum requirements needed to maintain their building permit. Councilmember Nawrocki asked if there has been any action regarding predatory remodelers. Frost Simula stated that he has been working with Community Development Director Joe Hogeboom. Report of the City Attorney Mr. Hoeft had nothing to report. 11. CITIZENS FORUM Frost Simula -1700 49th Ave NE suggested the City have neighborhood maps available on the website. City Manager Walt Fehst reported the city is still in the process of dividing the city, possibly into quadrants, once this is complete that information will be made available to the public. Mayor Peterson reminded residents to remember our servicemen and women, and to try to enjoy life, and to do a random act of kindness. Meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m. Respectively Submitted Katie Bruno, City Clerk/Council Secretary RESOLUTION NO. 2015-21 RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A CHARTER SCHOOL AT FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH -1555 40th AVENUE NE WHEREAS, a proposal (Case #2015 -0302) has been submitted by Julie Johnson, representing First Lutheran Church to the City Council requesting a Conditional Use Permit from the City of Columbia Heights at the following site: ADDRESS: 1555 40th Avenue NE LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall. THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING PERMIT: Conditional Use Permit for Charter School. WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing as required by the City Zoning Code on March 3rd, 2015; WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding the effect of the proposed site plan upon the health, safety, and welfare of the City Council Minutes April 13, 2015 Page 7 of 10 community and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as any concerns related to compatibility of uses, traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety in the surrounding areas; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights after reviewing the proposal, that the City Council accepts and adopts the following findings: 1. The use is one of the conditional uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a substantially similar use as determined by the Zoning Administrator. 2. The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan. 3. The use will not impose hazards or distributing influences on neighboring properties. 4. The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity. 5. The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area. 6. The use and property upon which the use is located are adequately served by essential public facilities and services 7. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and to provide for appropriate on -site circulation of traffic. 8. The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when considered in conjunction with the cumulative effect of other uses in the immediate vicinity. 9. The use complies with all other applicable regulations for the district in which it is located. FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED that the attached conditions, maps, and other information shall become part of this permit and approval; and in granting this permit the city and the applicant agree that this permit 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. CONDITIONS ATTACHED: 1. The City reserves the right to require the applicant to submit transportation plans if traffic issues arise in the future. 2. All bus drop -offs in the morning will occur on 41" Ave. 3. All bus pick -ups in the afternoon will occur on 41" Ave. 4. All school staff will park in the parking lot. RESOLUTION NO. 2015-26 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 2015 STREET REHABILITATION ZONE 1 AND STATE AID STREET OVERLAY CITY PROJECT NOS. 1502 AND 1505 WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for City Project No. 1502, 2015 Street Rehabilitation Zone 1 and City Project No. 1505, State Aid Street Overlay, six bids were received, opened and tabulated according to law. The following bids were received complying with the advertisement: City Council Minutes April 13, 2015 Page 8 of 10 *Corrected WHEREAS, it appears that Park Construction Company, 1481 8151 Avenue NE, Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 is the lowest responsible bidder. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, 1. The Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract with Park Construction Company in the name of the City of Columbia Heights, for 2015 Street Rehabilitation Zone 1 and State Aid Overlay, City Project Nos. 1502 and 1505, according to plans and specifications therefore approved by the Council. 2. The City Engineer is hereby authorized and directed to return, forthwith, to all bidders, the deposits made with their bids except the deposit of the successful bidder and the next lowest bidder shall be retained until the contract has been signed. 3. City Projects 1502 and 1505 shall be funded with Assessment /State Aid, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer, and Water Utility Construction Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 2015-27 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 2015 STREET MAINTENANCE, STREET STRIPING PROJECT WHEREAS, the City Council of Columbia Heights entered into a joint powers agreement with the City of Coon Rapids to administer the public bidding process including entering into a contract with the low, qualified, responsible bidder, and WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for 2015 Traffic Markings, bids were received, opened and tabulated according to law. The following bids were received complying with the advertisement: Company Amount AAA Striping Service $ 197,720.60 Traffic Marking Service $ 224,345.92 Warning Lites of Minnesota $ 237,629.84 WHEREAS, it appears that AAA Striping Service of St Michael, Minnesota is the lowest responsible bidder. NOW ' RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHT1 MINNESOTA Base Bid with Bidder BaseBid Alternate 1 Alternate 1 Park Construction $ 773,528.80 $ 5,615.00 $ 779,143.80 Midwest Asphalt $ 799,641.75 $ 5,605.00 $ 805,246.75 Northwest Asphalt *$ 821,165.27 $ 3,922.50 *$ 825,087.77 North Valley Inc. *$ 834,973.34 $ 4,245.90 *$ 839,219.24 Bituminous Roadways $ 862,694.70 $ 6,580.00 $ 869,274.70 New Look Contracting $ 869,515.45 $ 5,400.00 $ 874,915.45 *Corrected WHEREAS, it appears that Park Construction Company, 1481 8151 Avenue NE, Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 is the lowest responsible bidder. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, 1. The Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract with Park Construction Company in the name of the City of Columbia Heights, for 2015 Street Rehabilitation Zone 1 and State Aid Overlay, City Project Nos. 1502 and 1505, according to plans and specifications therefore approved by the Council. 2. The City Engineer is hereby authorized and directed to return, forthwith, to all bidders, the deposits made with their bids except the deposit of the successful bidder and the next lowest bidder shall be retained until the contract has been signed. 3. City Projects 1502 and 1505 shall be funded with Assessment /State Aid, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer, and Water Utility Construction Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 2015-27 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 2015 STREET MAINTENANCE, STREET STRIPING PROJECT WHEREAS, the City Council of Columbia Heights entered into a joint powers agreement with the City of Coon Rapids to administer the public bidding process including entering into a contract with the low, qualified, responsible bidder, and WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for 2015 Traffic Markings, bids were received, opened and tabulated according to law. The following bids were received complying with the advertisement: Company Amount AAA Striping Service $ 197,720.60 Traffic Marking Service $ 224,345.92 Warning Lites of Minnesota $ 237,629.84 WHEREAS, it appears that AAA Striping Service of St Michael, Minnesota is the lowest responsible bidder. NOW ' RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHT1 MINNESOTA City Council Minutes April 13, 2015 Page 9 of 10 1. The City of Coon Rapids is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with AAA Striping Service on behalf of the City of Columbia Heights for 2015 Street Striping, according to the specifications for said project and accepting AAA Striping Services bid. 2. The City Manager of Columbia Heights is authorized to expend funds in accordance with the terms of the Joint Powers Agreement and the Bid Documents. 3. City Street Striping Project shall be funded with 80% State Aid maintenance funds and 20% general funds. RESOLUTION NO. 2015-28 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 2015 STREET MAINTENANCE, CRACK SEALING PROJECT WHEREAS, the City Council of Columbia Heights entered into a joint powers agreement with the City of Coon Rapids to administer the public bidding process including entering into a contract with the low, qualified, responsible bidder, and WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for 2015 Crack Sealing, bids were received, opened and tabulated according to law. The following bids were received complying with the advertisement: Company Amount Allied Blacktop Company $ 293,623.86 Asphalt Surface Technologies $ 341,115.74 American Pavement Solutions $ 354,356.40 Fahrner Asphalt Sealers $ 428,938.46 WHEREAS, it appears that Allied Blacktop Company of Maple Grove, Minnesota is the lowest responsible bidder. NOW ' ! '' BE ! i, BY ! OF ! MINNESOTA 1. The City of Coon Rapids is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Allied Blacktop Company on behalf of the City of Columbia Heights for 2015 Crack Sealing, according to the specifications for said project and accepting Allied Blacktop Company bid. 2. The City Manager of Columbia Heights is authorized to expend funds in accordance with the terms of the Joint Powers Agreement and the Bid Documents. 3. City Crack Sealing Project shall be funded with infrastructure funds. RESOLUTION NO. 2015-29 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 2015 STREET MAINTENANCE, SEAL COATING WHEREAS, the City Council of Columbia Heights entered into a joint powers agreement with the City of Coon Rapids to administer the public bidding process including entering into a contract with the low, qualified, responsible bidder, and City Council Minutes April 13, 2015 Page 10 of 10 WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for 2015 Street Maintenance, Seal Coating bids were received, opened and tabulated according to law. The following bids were received complying with the advertisement: Base Bid Amount Alternate Bid Amount Company (Trap Rock) Granite Allied Blacktop $ 1,409,830.84 $ 1,407,934.35 Pearson Brothers $ 1,457,438.49 $ 1,442,266.57 Asphalt Surface Technologies $ 1,526,232.15 $ 1,472,100.18 WHEREAS, it appears that Allied Blacktop of Maple Grove, Minnesota is the lowest responsible bidder. NOW t . BE O i BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA 1. The City of Coon Rapids is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Allied Blacktop Company on behalf of the City of Columbia Heights for 2015 Street Maintenance Seal Coating, according to the specifications for said project. 2. The City Manager of Columbia Heights is authorized to expend funds in accordance with the terms of the Joint Powers Agreement and the Bid Documents. 3. City Seal Coat Project shall be funded with 45% assessments and 55% infi °astructure fund. RESOLUTION NO. 2015-30 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS AND THE INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS, LOCAL NO. 49 WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), Local No. 49, representing employees of the Public Works Department and, and members of the City's negotiation team; and WHEREAS, said negotiations have resulted in a mutually acceptable collective bargaining agreement for calendar years 2015 and 2016; and WHEREAS, changes to the current agreement are hereby attached as Exhibit A, and a copy of said collective bargaining agreement is available for inspection at the Office of the City Manager and is made a part hereof by reference. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the collective bargaining agreement as negotiated, be and is hereby established as the salary and fringe benefit program for calendar years 2015 and 2016 for IUOE bargaining unit employees of the City; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized to execute this collective bargaining agreement.