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CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 22, 2016
The following are the minutes for the regular meeting of the City Council held at 7:00 PM on Monday August 22,
2016 in the City Council Chambers, City Hail, 590 40th Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, Minnesota
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Peterson called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Peterson, Councilmembers Nawrocki, Williams, Schmitt and Murzyn, Jr.
Also Present: Kelli Bourgeois; Human Resource Director /Assistant to the City Manager, Jim Hoeft; City
Attorney, Kevin Hansen; Public Works Director, Gary Gorman; Fire Chief, Joe Hogeboom; Community
Development Director, Joe Kloiber; Finance Director and Katie Bruno; City Clerk /Council Secretary
3. INVOCATION
Invocation provided by Dan Thompson, Heights Church
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
S. 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.)
1. Mayor Peterson announced item 71 is being removed. Items 7L and 9Ab will be amended.
6. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITION, ANNOUNCEMENTS, GUESTS
A. Constitution Week Proclamation
Mayor Petersen read the Proclamation for Constitution Week.
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 August 8, 2016
MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the City Council special meeting of August 12, 2016
MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the City Council work session of August 1, 2016
B. Accept Board and Commission Meeting Minutes
MOTION: Move to accept the minutes of the Traffic Commission meeting of February 1, 2016
C. Second reading of Ordinance opting out of the requirements of MN Statutes, Section 462.3593.
Councilmember Schmitt asked if the resident that was at the August 8th meeting has contacted City Hall
regarding questions about the Statute. Director Hogeboom reported the resident has not contacted city
staff. Councilmember Schmitt clarified that City Staff could adopt an Ordinance structured to address land
use concerns in the future.
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MOTION: Waive the reading of Ordinance No 1632, there being ample copies available to the public.
MOTION: Move to approve Ordinance No 1632, being an Ordinance opting out of the requirements of
Minnesota Statutes, Section 462.3593, on second reading.
D. Establish date for 2016 Public Special Assessment Levy Hearing for: Seal Coat, Street Rehabilitation,
MSAS Mill & Overlay, Petition and Waiver, and Delinquent Accounts
MOTION: Move to establish Monday, October 3, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. as the Public Special Assessment Levy
Hearing for City Project #1501- Zone 7B Street Seal Coat, to be held in the City Council Chambers.
MOTION: Move to establish Monday, October 3, 2016 at 6:15 p.m. as the Public Special Assessment Levy
Hearings for City Projects #1602 and #1607 - 2016 Street Rehabilitation, Zone 2 and Certify 2016 Petition
and Waiver Assessments to be held in the City Council Chambers.
MOTION: Move to establish Monday, October 3, 2016 at 6:45 p.m. as the Public Special Assessment Levy
Hearing for City Project #1605 — State Aid Street Mill & Overlay, to be held in the City Council Chambers.
MOTION: Move to establish Monday, October 3, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. as the Public Special Assessment Levy
Hearing for City Project #1508 — State Aid Street Reconstruction, to be held in the City Council Chambers.
MOTION: Move to establish Monday, October 3, 2016 at 7:15 p.m. as the Public Special Assessment Levy
Hearing for Delinquent Accounts, to be held in the City Council Chambers.
E. Final payment for Zone 713 and Zone 1 Crack Sealing
Councilmember Schmitt requested an explanation for the $21,000 increase from the original estimate.
Director of Public Works Kevin Hansen explained there were two contributing factors; an error in
calculation, and in estimation.
MOTION: Move to accept the work for 2016 Zone 7B and Zone 1 Crack Sealing, City Projects
1501 and 1601, and authorize final payment of $39,809.70 to American Pavement Solutions, Inc.
of Green Bay, Wisconsin.
F. Final Payment for Library Shelving
Councilmember Nawrocki reported he had requested a detailed summary of the revenue and expenses of
The new library. Finance Director Joe Kloiber stated he will provide a line item report.
MOTION: Move to accept the work for Library Shelving, City Project 1410, and authorize final
payment of $1,236.36 to Embury, Ltd. of Green Bay, Wisconsin.
G. Keyes Park Master Plan
MOTION: Move to accept the Master Plan as prepared by the firm of ISG, based upon a recommendation of
the Park and Recreation Commission.
H. Authorization for the disposal of Library Shelving
MOTION: Authorize staff to dispose of the steel shelving at the former library site located at
820 40th Avenue.
1. Resolution 2016 -73 changing the name of Circle Terrace Park To City of Peace Park. *Removed
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J. Accept change orders for Library Package CP -2, City Project No. 1410
Director Hansen gave a detailed reported on the change orders for each of the contractors, for both this item
and item 7K.
MOTION: Move to approve contract Change Order No. 7 for Library Bid Package CP -2, Project 1410, to Ebert
Construction in the amount of $31,289.58 for a new contract amount of $5,238,096.63.
MOTION: Move to approve contract Change Order No. 4 for Library Bid Package CP -2, Project 1410, to Cool
Air Mechanical totaling $23,949 for a new contract amount of $982,194.00.
MOTION: Move to approve contract Change Order No. 4 for Library Bid Package CP -2, Project 1410, to
Peoples Electric totaling $5,996 for a new contract amount of $826,902.00.
K. Change Order No. 3 for Library Bid Package CP -1
MOTION: Move to approve contract Change Order No. 3 for Library Bid Package CP -1, Project 1410, to Veit &
Company in the amount of $27,046.45 for a new contract amount of $675,789.07.
L. Authorization to purchase replacement playground equipment at Circle Terrace Park.
Councilmember Schmitt questioned if a grant was applied for. Director Hansen reported grants had previously
been available through the manufacturer (Game Time), currently there are not any available.
MOTION: Move to authorize the purchase of replacement playground equipment in the amount of $24,980,
plus shipping, from the Park Development Fund 412, and furthermore authorize the Mayor and City Manager
to enter into an agreement for the same.
M. First Reading of Ordinance No. 1633 Amending Chapter 3, Section 19 pertaining to procedures for
Ordinances
Councilmember Schmitt questioned why a definition for interim ordinances is not included. City Attorney
James Hoeft explained that trying to define an interim ordinance could be counter - productive; explaining that
an interim ordinance is not permanent.
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of the Ordinance No. 1633, there being ample copies available to the
public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Ordinance No.1633, being an ordinance amending Chapter 3, Section 19 pertaining
to procedures for ordinances.
N. Consideration of approval of attached list of rental housing applications.
MOTION: Move to approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for August 22, 2016, in that
they have met the requirements of the Property Maintenance Code.
O. Approve Business License Applications
MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for August 22, 2016,
P. Payment of Bills
MOTION: Move that in accordance with Minnesota Statute 412.271, subd. 8, the City Council has received
the list of claims paid covering check number 162408 through162584 in the amount of
$ 3,645,047.61.
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Motion by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Murzyn, Jr. to approve the consent agenda.
All Ayes, Motion Carried.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Adopt Resolution for Emergency Abatement
Fire Chief Gary Gorman reported the building had been broken into, and required a contractor to come out and
secure the building. Chief Gorman reported the City has done some additional clean -up including mowing and
moving some equipment into the building.
Community Development Joe Hogeboom reported the project is considered abandoned by the contractor
and the Community Development Department will continue to monitor the property. Councilmember Williams
suggested the City consider enacting an ordinance that would prevent this from happening again. City
Attorney Hoeft explained the State Building Code addresses the time limitations on construction projects.
Councilmember Murzyn, Jr. asked if a fine could be imposed when projects sit for a long period of time. Hoeft
stated that would be something the Building Official could monitor.
Motion by Councilmember Murzyn, Jr., seconded by Councilmember Nawrocki to close the public hearing and
to waive the reading of Resolution Number 2016 -70, being ample copies available to the public. All Ayes,
Motion Carried.
Motion by Councilmember Murzyn, Jr., seconded by Councilmember Nawrocki to adopt Resolution Number
2016 -70, being declarations of nuisance and emergency abatement of violations within the City Council of the
City of Columbia Heights regarding property 4001 University Avenue N.E. All Ayes, Motion Carried.
B. Consideration of Declaration of a nuisance and abatement of violations within the City of Columbia
Heights is requested regarding the properties at 4321 University Avenue NE and 132145th Ave NE for failure
to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Code.
Fire Chief Gary Gorman reported the fence has fallen onto a clothesline at the property at 4321 University Ave.
Also noted was the property is currently an unlicensed rental property, and it has been difficult to contact he
owner.
Fire Chief Gary Gorman reported the accessory structure at the back of the garage of the property at 132145h
Ave NE is in disrepair, noting it is in the process of being repaired.
Darryl Nestenia residing at 132145th Ave NE reported he is in the process of making the required repairs. Chief
Gorman indicated the resident has been very cooperative, and will allow him the time necessary to make the
repairs. Mr. Nestenia reported there is a possible drainage problem in front of his house, as there is often a
large puddle. Public Works Director Kevin Hansen will follow up with the resident.
A neighboring resident near 4315 University Ave reported this property has been problematic for many years.
Issues include overgrown shrubs, fence, clothesline, long grass and weeds. The resident expressed concerns
with their property values decreasing as a result of this property.
Councilmember Nawrocki asked the City Attorney to indicate what is required to get the property cleaned up.
City Attorney Hoeft explained the property is operating under the housing maintenance program, if the owner
wants to rent the property, additional inspections would be required.
Motion by Councilmember Murzyn, Jr., seconded by Councilmember Williams to close the public hearing and to
waive the reading of Resolution Numbers 2016 -71 and 2016 -72, there being ample copies available to the
public. All Ayes, Motion Carried.
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Motion by Councilmember Murzyn, Jr., seconded by Councilmember Nawrocki to adopt Resolution Numbers
2016 -71 and 2016 -72, 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. All Ayes, Motion Carried.
9. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A. Other Ordinances and Resolutions
a. Consideration of Resolution No. 2016 -69 - Metropolitan Council Reform Measures.
Community Development Director Joe Hogeboom explained that the Metropolitan Council governs regional
planning for the seven - county Twin Cities Metropolitan Area.
In May, Anoka County Board Chairperson Rhonda Sivarajah met with the City Council to request support of the
Twin Cities' Local Government Coalition for Metropolitan Council Reform. In August, Metro Cities Executive
Director Patricia Nauman and Minnesota Congressperson Carolyn Laine met with the City Council to discuss the
issue of Metropolitan Council reform. Metro Cities supports reform measures that would stagger terms of
Councilors, as well as enhancements to the Councilor nominating process. The majority of the City Council
concurred with Metro Cities' position.
Councilmember Williams indicated he agrees with the Anoka County proposal that would require elected
officials to serve on the Metropolitan Council.
Councilmember Schmitt indicated the proposed changes from Metro Cities are fewer than those proposed by
Anoka County, and suggested that is a good starting point; as some reform is necessary.
Motion by Councilmember Nawrocki, seconded by Councilmember Murzyn, Jr. to waive the reading of
Resolution No. 2016 -69, there being ample copies available to the public. All Ayes, Motion Carried.
Motion by Councilmember Nawrocki, seconded by Councilmember Schmitt to approve Resolution No. 2016 -69,
being a Resolution supporting the proposed Metropolitan Council reform policies adopted by Metro Cities.
3 Ayes, 2 Nays, Motion Carried. Ayes; Peterson, Schmitt and Nawrocki. Nays; Williams and Murzyn, Jr.
b. Official City Logos, Style Guide and Brand Amendment
Community Development Director Joe Hogeboom reported that in April, 2015, the City Council adopted revised
official logos, an official style guide and an official "brand" for the City of Columbia Heights. At the time of initial
brand adoption, the City adopted the official tagline, "Rediscover the Heights ".
While "Rediscover the Heights" is still a valid and useful tagline, in light of the recent designation as an All -
America City, staff recommends incorporating the tagline "All America City" into our officially approved Logos
and Style Guide document. A revised resolution was distributed, eliminating the "City of Peace" tagline.
Director Hogeboom indicated the use of that tagline would likely be discussed at a future work session.
Motion by Councilmember Nawrocki, seconded by Councilmember Schmitt to waive the reading of Resolution
No. 2016 -74, there being ample copies available to the public. All Ayes, Motion Carried.
Motion by Councilmember Nawrocki, seconded by Councilmember Schmitt to approve Resolution No. 2016 -74,
being a Resolution amending Official Logos, Style Guide and Brand for the City to include the additional taglines
of "Columbia Heights: All- America City ". All Ayes, Motion Carried.
B. Bid Considerations
C. New Business and Reports
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10. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Councilmember Nawrocki reported he recently attended the League of Minnesota Cities Improving Fiscal
Futures meeting; material from the meeting was distributed to the Council.
Kelli Bourgeois, Human Resource Director /Assistant to the City Manager reported the Council would be
receiving the 2017 City Manager's Budget message from the City Clerk at the end of the meeting, noting the
materials would be available on the City's website in the coming days. An overview of the budget will be
presented at the September 6th work session.
Councilmember Nawrocki expressed disappointment that the City Manager did not let the Council know he
would be out of town.
Councilmember Nawrocki asked if the Human Resource Director /Assistant to the City Manager had an update
regarding the house at 4860 Monroe. Ms. Bourgeois said she would look into it.
Councilmember Nawrocki noted that all items have been addressed at the property at 1800 49th Ave.
Councilmember Nawrocki questioned the availability of the weekly Greensheets. Ms. Bourgeois reported they
are available to the public through the City's website.
Councilmember Nawrocki indicated he is disappointed that the recent City Newsletter did not include detailed
budget information as he requested.
Councilmember Nawrocki requested clarification on a recent memo regarding the procedure for data requests.
Ms. Bourgeois explained the email was to ensure that all data requests are handled through the City Clerk, with
the exception of property owners inquiring on their own property.
11. CITIZENS FORUM
Malcom Watson -1717 49th Ave NE asked what the proposed municipal tax change is for the 2017 budget.
Councilmember Nawrocki indicated the council had not had the opportunity to review the budget.
Mr. Watson indicated he was happy to see the recent development in the City, including the addition of the
Hy -vee store and the rebuilding of White Castle. Mr. Watson suggested the City work to provide incentives to
businesses to promote community growth.
Harold Hoium asked for an update on the ordinances he requested at the previous council meeting relating to
snow removal and storm clean -up. Mayor Peterson suggested it be reported the Public Works department.
Mayor Peterson reminded residents to remember our servicemen and women, as well as our Police Officers
and Firefighters.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Meeting a`djourne at 8:40 p.m.
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Respectively Submitted,
Katie Bruno, Council Secretary /City Clerk
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ORDINANCE NO. 1632
BEING AN ORDINANCE OPTING OUT OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 462.3593
Whereas, on May 12, 2016, Governor Dayton signed into law the creation and regulation of temporary family health
care dwellings, codified at Minn. Stat. Section 462.3593, which permit and regulate temporary family health care
dwellings, and;
Whereas, subdivision 9 of Minn. Stat. Section 462.3593 allows cities to "opt out" of those regulations;
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
SECTION 1:
Pursuant to authority granted by Minnesota Statutes, Section 462.3593, subdivision 9, the City of Columbia Heights
opts -out of the requirements of Minnesota Statute, Section 462.3593, which defines and regulates Temporary Health
Care Dwellings.
SECTION 2:
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its passage and publication.
ORDINANCE NO. 1633
BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3, SECTION 19 PROCEDURE ON ORDINANCES.
The City of Columbia Heights does ordain:
SECTION 1:
Chapter 3, section 19 is amended as follows:
Section 19. PROCEDURE ON ORDINANCES. "The enacting clause of all ordinances by the council shall be in the words,
"The City of Columbia Heights does ordain," Every ordinance shall be presented in writing. Every ordinance, other
emergency ordinances and interim ordinances, shall have two public readings in full, except that the reading may, by
four - fifths (4/5) vote, be dispensed with, provided the printed text is made a part of the official minutes upon passage
and at least three days shall elapse between the first and second readings thereof. Every ordinance appropriating
money in excess of five hundred dollars, and every ordinance and resolution authorizing the making of any contract
involving a liability on the part of the city in excess of five hundred dollars, shall remain on file in the office of the
secretary of the council at least one week, and shall be published at least once in the official newspaper of the city or
posted on official bulletin boards in the manner provided by this charter, before its final passage except in the case of
emergency ordinances. (Election ballot question passed November 5, 2002) (Ordinance 1079, passed March 26, 1984)
SECTION 2:
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage.
RESOLUTION NO. 2016 -69
A resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota,
Whereas, the Metropolitan Council (Met Council) has been the regional policy - making body, planning agency, and
provider of essential services for the seven - county Twin Cities region for nearly 50 years, and;
Whereas, a 17- member board appointed by the Governor guides the strategic growth of the metro area, adhering to the
council's mission of fostering efficient growth for a prosperous region. Local officials and citizens share their expertise
with the council by serving on key advisory committees, and;
Whereas, Metro Cities represents the shared interests of cities in the metropolitan region at the Legislature and
Metropolitan Council and has adopted the following policies on regional governance, and;
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Whereas, Metro Cities supports the appointment of Metropolitan Council members by the Governor with four year,
staggered terms for members. The appointment of the Metropolitan Council Chair should coincide with the term of the
Governor, and;
Whereas, Metro Cities supports a nominating committee process that maximizes participation and input by local officials
and supports having a majority of local officials serve on the nominating committee to recommend Metropolitan Council
members. Metro Cities supports a public and transparent process in the nominating process for recommending local
officials to the Governor for appointment to the Metropolitan Council, and;
Whereas, Metro Cities supports the appointment of Metropolitan Council members who have demonstrated the ability
to work with cities in a collaborative manner and commit to meet with local government officials regularly, and who
understand the diversity and the commonalities of the region, and the long -term implications of regional decision -
making, and;
Whereas, the City Council discussed and concurred with the policy on its August 1, 2016 Work Session meeting.
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 hereby supports Metro Cities' policies on regional governance.
RESOLUTION NO. 2016 -70
Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property a nuisance and approving
emergency abatement of ordinance violations pursuant to Chapter 8, Article 11, of City Code, of the property owned by
Investors Group of Minnesota LLC (Hereinafter "Owner of Record ").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 4001 University Avenue N.E. Columbia
Heights, Minnesota.
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 August 9, 2016 the Fire Department responded to a complaint at the address listed above. Inspectors
noted that the structure was open and unsecured.
2. That on August 9, 2016 the Fire Chief ordered that Advance Companies secure the vacant structure.
3. That based upon said records of the Fire Department, the following conditions and violations of City Codes(s)
were found to exist and have been abated, to wit:
A. Approve the emergency abatement of the hazardous situation located at 4001 University Avenue N.E.
CONCLUSIONS OF COUNCIL
1. That the property located at 4001 University Avenue N.E. is in violation of the provisions of the Columbia
Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
2. That the emergency abatement of the hazardous situation located at 4001 University Avenue N.E. is hereby
approved.
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ORDER OF COUNCIL
1. The property located at 4001 University Avenue N.E. constitutes a nuisance pursuant to City Code.
RESOLUTION NO. 2016 -71
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 Dereje Desta
(Hereinafter "Owner of Record ").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 4321 University 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 4, 2016.
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
4. That on June 3, 2016, 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.
5. That on July 6, 2016, 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.
6. That on July 22, 2016, inspectors re- inspected the property and found that violations remained uncorrected.
7. 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. Repair /replace /remove broken fence in rear.
B. Repair /replace /remove broken clothesline in rear.
8. 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
3. That the property located at 4321 University Avenue N.E. is in violation of the provisions of the Columbia
Heights City Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
4. 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.
5. 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.
RESOLUTION NO. 2016 -72
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 Darrell
Stonina (Hereinafter "Owner of Record ").
Whereas, the owner of record is the legal owner of the real property located at 1321 45th Avenue N.E., Columbia
Heights, Minnesota.
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And whereas, pursuant to Columbia Heights Code, Chapter 8, Article 11, 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
August 4, 2016, 2016.
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
9. That on June 30, 2016, 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.
10. That on August 2, 2016, 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.
11. That on August 12, 2016, inspectors re- inspected the property and found that violations remained uncorrected.
12. 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. Repair, replace or remove accessory structure attached to back of garage.
13. 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
6. That the property located at 132145th Avenue N.E. is in violation of the provisions of the Columbia Heights City
Code as set forth in the Notice of Abatement.
7. 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.
8. 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.
RESOLUTION NO. 2016 -74
A resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota,
Whereas, the Economic Development Authority (EDA) set a goal at its 2014 retreat to develop a brand for the City that
builds upon its positive aspects and unique character, and;
Whereas, the City Council officially adopted new Logos, Style Guide and Brand for the City via Resolution 2015 -33 on
April 27, 2015, and;
Whereas, the current official City tagline is "Rediscover the Heights ", and;
Whereas, the additional official City tagline of "All- America City" is appropriate for use in certain official City
applications.
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 hereby amends the Official Logos, Style Guide and Brand of the City to
include the "All-America City" official tagline.