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2025-05-06 - MIN - City Council Regular Meeting May 6, 2025 — 6:30 PM Golden Valley City Hall Council Chambers CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Members of the public may attend this meeting in-person, watch on cable channel 16, or stream on CCXmedia.org. 1. Call to Order Mayor Harmon called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. Present: Mayor Roslyn Harmon, Council Members Sophia Ginis, Maurice Harris, Denise La Mere- Anderson, and Gillian Rosenquist Absent: None Staff present: City Manager Schuchman, City Attorney Cisneros, Police Chief Green, City Forester Preisen, Deputy Community Development Director McGuire, Senior Planner Kramer, Associate Planner Okey, Planning Contractor Lindahl, City Engineer Ryan, Equity and Inclusion Manager Kaempfer, and City Clerk Schyma 1A. Pledge of Allegiance and Land Acknowledgement Mayor Harmon led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance and read the City’s Land Acknowledgement statement. 1B. Proclamation Honoring Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Equity and Inclusion Manager Kaempfer discussed the proclamation honoring the languages, traditions, spiritual and religious practices of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. Mayor Harmon proclaimed the Golden Valley City Council recognizes the month of May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and called upon the people of Golden Valley to recognize the contributions made by AANHPI communities and actively promote the principals of equality, liberty, equity, and justice. 1C. Proclamation for Arbor Day and Arbor Month City Forester Preisen discussed the proclamation honoring Arbor Day and Arbor Month through the recognition of Tree City USA and the SEA School Arbor event on May 21, 2025. Council Member Ginis stated that she loves trees and is a tree hugger. Mayor Harmon proclaimed the Golden Valley City Council recognizes May 21, 2025, as Arbor Day and May 2025 as Arbor month in the City of Golden Valley and urge all people to support efforts to protect our trees and woodlands to support the Cities urban forestry program and the Council urges all people to become more aware of the importance of trees to their well- being and to plant, protect, and widely use Golden Valley’s great treasure of trees. 1D. Proclamation Recognizing National Police Week, May 11-17, 2025 Docusign Envelope ID: B0AF4056-FA2A-4EC9-A1BE-780D60B1A3C3 Police Chief Green discussed the proclamation honoring National Police Week, the history of National Police Week, Police Unity Tour, and honoring officers who have passed in the line of duty. Mayor Harmon proclaimed the Golden Valley City Council recognizes May 11, 2025 through May 27, 2025, as National Police Week in the City of Golden Valley and calls upon all citizens and civic organizations in commemorating public safety professionals, recognizing the substantial contributions they make to protecting health, safety, and quality of life. 2. Additions and Corrections to Agenda Motion by Ginis, Second by La Mere-Anderson to approve the agenda as submitted. Motion carried 5-0. 3. Consent Agenda Approval of Consent Agenda - All items listed under this heading are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no discussion of these items unless a Council Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda. Motion by La Mere-Anderson, Second by Harris to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted. Motion carried 5-0. 3A. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes 3B. Approval of City Check Registers 3C. Bids, Quotes, and Contracts: 3C.1. Approve Single Axle Dump Truck Outfitting 3C.2. Approve Purchase of Hockey Rink Dasher Boards and Components from Becker Arena Products 3C.3. Approve Amended Encroachment Agreement No. 2024-002.01 on Metropolitan Council Property 3C.4. Adopt Resolution No. 25-029 Approving State of Minnesota Department of Transportation and City of Golden Valley Cooperative Construction Agreement No. 1058885 and Authorizing its Execution 3D. Grants and Donations: 3D.1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-030 Authorizing Application for the 2025 Hennepin County Cost Participation and Partnership Request Process 3D.2. Adopt Resolution No. 25-031 Authorizing Application for the USDOT Safe Streets and Roads for All Planning and Demonstration Grant 3E. Adopt Ordinance No. 795 and Resolution No. 25-032 Approving a Conditional Use Permit Amendment for a Child Care Center at 4735 Bassett Creek Drive 3F. Adopt Ordinance No. 796 and Resolution Nos. 25-033 and 25-034 approving Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, and Summary Ordinance for 1611 Lilac Drive North 3G. Adopt Resolution Nos. 25-035, 25-036, 25-037, and Ordinance No. 797 Approving Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, and Summary Ordinance for 1211 Lilac Drive 4. Public Hearing - None. 5. Old Business - None. 6. New Business Docusign Envelope ID: B0AF4056-FA2A-4EC9-A1BE-780D60B1A3C3 6A. Consideration of Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and Preliminary Plat for 1131 Lilac Drive North, Resolution Nos. 25-038, 25-039, and Ordinance No. 798 Senior Planner Kramer discussed the application for redevelopment of 1131 Lilac Drive North, why the application was considered by Staff, and the guiding principles behind the application. She also noted discussions surrounding R-1 versus R-2 zoning, tree removal, and traffic concerns that occurred at the March 31, 2025, neighborhood meeting and April 14, 2025, public hearing. The Planning Commission is divided on re-zoning, therefore, this application was sent without recommendation. Staff recommends approval of all applications. Mayor Harmon announced that while this item is not eligible for public input, on behalf of the Council, she wanted everyone to know that, as part of the agenda packet, the City Council was provided all documentation of comments and input received either in writing or as part of the public hearing that occurred at the Planning Commission meeting on April 14. She stated that the Council would like everyone to know that their comments have been heard, and appreciates their willingness to share their thoughts on this matter. Council Member Ginis stated she listened to the Planning Commission meeting and appreciated the thorough discussion. She noted she supports Staff’s recommendation and believes the impact will be positive. Council Member Rosenquist echoed Council Member Ginis’s sentiments and supports Staff’s recommendation. She highlighted how seriously she took this recommendation and noted the housing crisis and taxes as part of her reasoning. Council Member Harris asked about the parking situation on Lilac Drive. City Engineer Ryan stated there are portions of Lilac Drive that are restricted. Council Member Harris asked if the City has control if they need to change restrictions. City Engineer Ryan stated yes, that is correct. Council Member Harris understands residents’ concerns, but noted the median home prices in Golden alley and the importance of affordable housing. Therefore, he supports Staff’s recommendation. Council Member La Mere-Anderson watched the Planning Commission meeting, read the details, and shared the Council’s sentiments. Mayor Harmon noted that change is hard and commented on her own struggles in affording a home. She noted that other first ring suburbs are creating affordable housing and this step is important in welcoming people to the City. Motion by Rosenquist, Second by Ginis to adopt Resolution Nos. 25-038, 25-039, and Ordinance No. 798 approving comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and preliminary plat for 1131 Lilac Drive North based on the findings in the staff report. Motion Carried 5-0 with unanimous approval. (in Favor: Harmon, Ginis, Harris, La Mere-Anderson, Rosenquist. Opposed: N/A) 6B. Review of Council Calendar Mayor Harmon reviewed upcoming city meetings, events, and holiday closures. 6C. Mayor and Council Communications 1. Other Committee/Meeting updates Council Member La Mere-Anderson noted that Golden Valley’s and Robbinsdale’s Historical Societies are holding a program called “The Amazing Restoration of Highway 100 and Lilac Way’s Graeser Park Historic Wayside Rest” on May 7 at 6:00 p.m. Docusign Envelope ID: B0AF4056-FA2A-4EC9-A1BE-780D60B1A3C3 Council Member La Mere-Anderson expressed thanks to those who assisted with the 30th Annual Run the Valley. Council Member Harris noted office hours on May 17, 2025, at Lunds and Byerly’s from 9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. Mayor Harmon highlighted Golden Valley resident and founder, John Baker of Be The Change had an event at Macy’s, where they fitted young women with dresses, makeup packages, and lunch that she was proud to be a part of. 7. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 7:19 pm. ________________________________ ATTEST: Roslyn Harmon, Mayor ________________________________ Theresa J. 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