04-01-08
Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
April 1, 2008
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota was held at 7800 Golden Valley Road in said
City on April 1 , 2008 at 6:30 p.m.
The folloWing members were present: Freiberg, Loomis, Pentel and Scanlon and the
following was absent: Shaffer. Also present were: Thomas Burt, City Manager; Jeannine
Clancy, Director of Public Works; Allen Barnard, City Attorney; and Judy Nally,
Administrative Assistant.
Approval of Aaenda
MQVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of April 1, 2008 as submitted.
Approval of Consent Aaenda
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to approve the
items on the consent agenda as amended: Removal of Quotes ~ Aerial Photography and
Topography and Participation in the Hennepin County 'Step To It Challenge'.
Mayor Loomis read the items listed on the consent agenda.
*Approval of Minutes - City Council Meetina - March 5. 2008
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to approve the
City Council meeting minutes for March 5, 2008 as submitted.
*Bills and Claims
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
payment of the City and Housing and Redevelopment Authority bills as submitted.
*General Business Licenses
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
issuance of licenses as recommended by staff.
*Peddler's License - Casey Larson on behalf of Edward Jones
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to approve the
peddler's license for Casey Larson on behalf of Edward Jones.
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*Peddler's License - Minnesota Window and Siding. Inc.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to approve the
peddler's license for Minnesota Window and Siding, Inc.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the minutes as follows:
Environmental Commission - February 25, 2008
Envision Connection Project Board of Directors - February 28, 2008
Quotes - Aerial Photography and Topography
Council Member Freiberg had questions regarding the costs. Jeannine Clancy answered
questions from the Council.
MOVED by Freiberg, seconded by Loomis and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
digital aerial photography and topography from the lowest responsible bidder, Aero-Metric,
Inc. for $22,700. The quotes were as follows:
Aero-Metric, Inc. (formerly Markhurd)
Horizons, Inc.
$22,700
50,550
*Email from Jason Boudreau-Landis Regarding Resignation from the Board of
Zoning Appeals
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the letter from Jason Boudreau-Landis, dated March 12, 2008, regarding resignation
from the Board of Zoning Appeals; and request the Mayor send him a letter of appreciation
in recognition for his service to the community.
*Letter from Gerald Wobschall Regarding Residential Property Maintenance Code
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the letter from Gerald Wobschall, dated March 5, 2008, regarding Residential Property
Maintenance Code.
*Letter from Tami Smith Regarding 2009 Pavement Management Program
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the letter from Tami Smith, dated March 18, 2008, regarding 2009 Pavement
Management Program.
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*Proclamation for Walk for Animals Day - May 3. 2008
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to proclaim May
3,2008 as Walk for Animals Day.
* Authorizina Submittal of Grant Proposal for Wayzata Boulevard Corridor Traffic
Calmina and Non-Motorized Transportation Improvements
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 08-16
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A
2008 BIKE WALK TWIN CITIES LIVABLE STREETS GRANT PROPOSAL
FOR THE WAYZATA BOULEVARD CORRIDOR TRAFFIC CALMING
AND NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Freiberg
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Freiberg,
Loomis, Pentel and Scanlon; and the following was absent: Shaffer; and the following
voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and
adopted, signed by the Mayor and her signature attested by the City Clerk.
*Authorization to Sian Aareement with MnDOT for Federal Participation in
Preliminary Enaineerina for Doualas Drive
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 08-17
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY ENTER INTO
AN AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR
FEDERAL PARTICIPATION IN PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING FOR DOUGLAS DRIVE
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Freiberg
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Freiberg,
Loomis, Pentel and Scanlon; and the following was absent: Shaffer; and the following
voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and
adopted, signed by the Mayor and her signature attested by the City Clerk.
Participation in the Hennepin County 'Step To It Challenae'
Mayor Loomis highlighted the Challenge and the Council discussed inviting other cities to
participate in the Challenge. Joe Hogeboom, City Planner, answered questions from the
Council.
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Participation in the Hennepin County 'Step To It Challenae' - Continued
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to support the
'Step To It Challenge' by allowing staff to work with Hennepin County to participate in and
promote the challenge.
*Review 2008 Calendar for 2009 Budaet
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the 2009 Budget Calendar, as amended by changing July 10 to July 8.
Public Hearina - Preliminary PlatApproval-1017 Ravine Trail
Linda McCracken-Hunt and Thomas Hunt, applicants, reviewed the plan and answered
questions from the Council.
Joe Hogeboom, City Planner, reviewed the staff report and answered questions from the
Council. Thomas Burt answered questions from the Council.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and seeing no one, the
Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to approve the
preliminary plat for 1017 Ravine Trail, subject to the following conditions:
1. The City Attorney will determine if a title review is necessary prior to approval of the
final plat.
2. The recommendations found in the memo from City Engineer Jeff Oliver, PE, dated
February 28, 2008 to Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development, shall
become a part of this approval.
3. As per City Code, a park dedication fee of $3,300 shall be paid prior to approval of the
final plat.
4. A Subdivision Agreement will be drafted for review and approval by the City Council that
includes issues found in the City Engineer's memo dated February 28, 2008.
Reset November Council/Manaaer Meetina Date
The Council reset the November Council/Manager meeting date to Monday, November 10,
2008.
Set Date for Board/Commission Interviews
The Council will conduct Board/Commission interviews on April 8 and 15, 2008 at 5:30 pm.
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Announcements of Meetinas
Run the Valley will be held on April 5, 2008 at 8:30 am at the Davis Community Center.
Some Council Members may attend the Douglas Drive Corridor Study Meeting on April 8,
2008 at 7:30 am.
The Council will hold board/commission interviews on April 8, 2008 beginning at 5:30 pm.
The next Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting will be held on April 8, 2008 at
6:30 pm.
The next Council/Manager meeting will be held on April 8, 2008 immediately following the
HRA meeting.
Some Council Members may attend the Master Safety Camp Lunch on April 9, 2008 from
11 :45 am to 12:15 pm
The Council will hold board/commission interviews on April 15, 2008 beginning at 5:30 pm.
The next City Council meeting will be held on April 15, 2008 at 6:30 pm.
A Bassett Creek Water Management Commission meeting will be held on April 17, 2008 at
11:30 am.
The Hennepin County Open Book Meeting will be held on April 22, 2008 from 4 to 6 pm.
Mayor and Council Communications
No action and/or discussion took place.
Adiournment
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 7:05 pm.
Linda R. Loomis, Mayor
ATTEST:
Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant