04-07-09 CC Minutes
Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
April 7, 2009
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 7, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
The following members were present: Freiberg, Loomis, Pentel, Scanlon and Shaffer. Also
present were: Thomas Burt, City Manager; Kim Donat, Acting City Attorney; and Judy
Nally, Administrative Assistant.
Proclamation for Golden Valley Federated Women's Club 40th Anniversary
Mayor Loomis introduced the agenda item and read the proclamation. Mayor Loomis
presented the Proclamation to Barbara Bailey, Club Member and thanked the Club for their
contributions to the City. Barbara Bailey thanked the Council.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to adopt the
Proclamation for Golden Valley Federated Women's Club 40th Anniversary.
Approval of Aaenda
MOVED by Freiberg, seconded by Shaffer and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of April 7, 2009 as submitted.
Approval of Consent Aaenda
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Shaffer and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of April 7, 2009 as amended: Removal of Participation in the Hennepin County
'Step To It Challenge' and Proclamation for Walk for Animals Day.
*Approval of Minutes - City Council Meetina - March 17. 2009
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Shaffer and motion carried unanimously to approve the
City Council Meeting minutes of March 17,2009 as submitted.
*Bills and Claims
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Shaffer 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 Shaffer and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
issuance of licenses as recommended by staff.
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*Gamblina Premises Permit Renewal Application - Church of St. Maron
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 09-22
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY
APPROVING ISSUANCE OF A PREMISES PERMIT RENEWAL
FOR THE CONDUCT OF LAWFUL GAMBLING
(THE CHURCH OF ST. MARON)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Shaffer
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Freiberg,
Loomis, Pentel, Scanlon and 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.
*Solicitor's License - Western Remodelers
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Shaffer and motion carried to receive and file the
gambling license exemption and approve the waiver of notice requirement for Western
Remodelers.
*Solicitor's License - Wriaht At Home Services, Inc.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Shaffer and motion carried to receive and file the
gambling license exemption and approve the waiver of notice requirement for Wright At
Home Services, Inc.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Shaffer and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the minutes as follows:
Board of Zoning Appeals - December 23, 2008
Envision Connection Project Board of Directors - February 19, 2009
Joint Water Commission - January 7, 2009
Environmental Commission - February 23, 2009
Civil Service Commission - February 2, 2009
Basset Creek Water Management Commission - February 19, 2009
*Quotes - Brush Pick-up Proaram
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Shaffer and motion carried unanimously to award the bid
for brush pick-up to the only bidder, Tim's Tree Services for $59,160.
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*Quotes - Noble Avenue Safe Routes to School Proiect
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Shaffer and motion carried unanimously to award the bid
for the Noble Avenue Safe Routes to School Project to the lowest responsible bidder,
Design Electrical Co., Inc. for $37,127. The quotes are as follows:
Design Electrical Co., Inc.
Pember Companies, Inc.
Create Construction
Blackstone Contractors, LLC
Granite Ledge Electrical Contractors
Electrical Installation & Maintenance
Egan, Inc.
Forest Lake Contracting
$37,127.00
40,789.50
44,351.54
51,375.20
48,606.23
49,985.60
50,601.00
57,796.00
*Proclamation of Support for 2010 United States Census
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Shaffer and motion carried unanimously to adopt the
Proclamation of Support for the 2010 United States Census.
* Approval of Six Month Extension for Filina of Plat - 1017 Ravine Trail
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Shaffer and motion carried unanimously to approve an
extension until October 1, 2009 to submit the final plat for the property located at 1017
Ravine Trail.
Participation in the Hennepin County 'Step To It Challenae'
Council Member Pentel requested staff highlight the Challenge. Joe Hogeboom, City
Planner, answered questions from the Council.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg 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.
* Authorization to Sian the FY09 Recovery Act Edward Byrne Memorial Justice
Assistance Grant Aareement
MOVED by Shaffer, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
Mayor and City Manager to sign the FY09 Recovery Act Edward Byrne memorial Justice
Assistance Grant Agreement
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Proclamation for Walk for Animals Day
Council Member Pentel requested the Mayor read the proclamation. Mayor Loomis read
the proclamation.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to proclaim May
2,2009 as Walk for Animals Day.
*Appointment to Open Space and Recreation Commission
MOVED by Shaffer, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to appoint
Emily Piper to the Open Space and Recreation Commission for a two year term which
expires May 1, 2011.
Authorization to Sian Amended PUD Permit - Menards Addition - PUD #75 -
Amendment #2 - 6800 Wayzata Boulevard
Joe Hogeboom, City Planner, introduced the agenda item and answered questions from
the Council.
John Pedretti, Mendards Assistant Manager; and Robert Epple, Menards Manager,
answered questions from the Council.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
Mayor and City Manager to sign the amended PUD Permit for Menards Addition, PUD No.
75, Amendment No.2, 6800 Wayzata Boulevard, with staff determining the beginning and
end date each year.
Announcements of Meetinas
A Golden Valley Historical Society Meeting on April 9, 2009 at 7 pm at the Golden Valley
Historical Society.
Some Council Members may attend the Douglas Drive Corridor Study Committee Meeting
on April 14, 2009 at 7:30 am at City Hall.
The next Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting will be held on April 14, 2009 at
6:30 pm.
The next Council/Manager meeting will be held on April 14, 2009 immediately following the
HRA meeting.
A Bassett Creek Water Management Commission will be held on April 16, 2009 at 11 :30
am.
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Announcements of Meetinas - Continued
Some Council Members may attend the Community Building Party on April 16, 2009 at 7
pm at the Perpich Center for Arts Education.
The Council will hold board/commission interviews on April 21 ,2009 at 6 pm.
The next City Council meeting will be held on April 21, 2009 at 6:30 pm.
Some Council Members may attend the Golden Valley Women's Club Spring Fundraiser
on April 25, 2009 at the Sheraton West.
Mavor and Council Communications
Mayor Loomis distributed a letter from Representative Sanda Peterson regarding group
homes. The Council requested the letter be received and filed at the April 21, 2009 Council
meeting.
Adiournment
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:57 pm.
Linda R. Loomis, Mayor
ATTEST:
Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant