11-03-10 CC MinutesRegular Meeting
of the
City Council
November 3, 2010
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 November 3, 20100 at 6:30 pm.
The following members were present: Freiberg, Loomis, Pentel, Scanlon and Shaffer. Also
present were: Thomas Burt, City Manager; Allen Barnard, City Attorney; and Judy Nally,
Administrative Assistant.
Oath of Office -Police Officer
Stacy Altonen, Police Chief, introduced the newest Police Officer Matthew Boelter.
Mayor Loomis gave the oath of office to Police Officer Matthew Boelter.
The Council congratulated the Police Officer Boelter.
Board/Commission Oath of Office and Presentation of Certificate of Appointment
Mayor Loomis stated Brenda Hayle, Human Service Foundation Member, was unable to
attend the meeting.
Approval of Agenda
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Pentel and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of November 3, 2010 as submitted.
Approval of Consent Agenda
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of November 3, 2010 as submitted.
*Approval of Minutes -Council/Manager Meeting -October 12, 2010 and City Council
Meeting -October 19, 2010
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to approve the
Council/Manager Meeting minutes of October 12, 2010 and City Council Meeting of
October 19, 2010 as submitted.
*Approval of Check Register
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.
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General Business Licenses
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
issuance of licenses as recommended by staff.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the minutes as follows:
Planning Commission -October 11, 2010
Environmental Commission -September 27, 2010
Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission -September 23, 2010
*Sale of Excess Equipment -1994 Chevrolet Fire Vehicle
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 10-64
RESOLUTTON AUTHORIZING SALE OF EXCESS EQUIPMENT
(1994 CHREVROLET FIRE VEHICLE)
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, 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.
*Sale of Excess Audio-Visual Equipment
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 10-65
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SALE OF EXCESS EQUIPMENT
(AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT)
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, 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.
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*Receipt pf September 2010 General Fund Budget Report
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the September 2010 General Fund Budget Report.
*Restricting Vehicle Stopping, Standing, or Parking Portion of Noble Avenue North
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 10-66
RESOLUTION RESTRICTING VEHICLE STOPPING, STANDING,
OR PARKING ON A PROTION OF NOBLE AVENUE NORTH
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, 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.
Public Hearing -Preliminary Design Plan Approval -PUD #75 -Amendment #3 - 6800
Wayzata Boulevard - Menard Inc. Applicant
Aaron Morrissey, Real Estate Representative, Menards, presented the plan and answered
question from the Council.
John Kluchka, presented the Planning Commission report and answered questions from
the Council
Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development, presented the staff report and
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 to approve the Preliminary
Design Plan, Menards PUD No. 75, Amendment #3 subject to the following conditions and
findings:
Conditions:
1. The plans submitted with the application shall become a part of this approval. These
plans were prepared for Menards and include the following: existing pylon sign, front,
rear, left, right and wrought iron fence elevations, warehouse elevations, land survey,
grading, drainage and erosion control plan, demolition plan and utility plan.
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Public Hearing -Preliminary Design Plan Approval -PUD #75 -Amendment #3 - 6800
Wayzata Boulevard - Menard Inc. Applicant -Continued
2. All recommendations and requirements set out in the memo from City Engineer Jeff
Oliver, PE, and dated October 5, 2010 shall become a part of this approval.
3. A final landscape plan shall be submitted with the Final Plan of Development and be
reviewed and approved by the City's Environmental Coordinator.
4. All signs on the property shall meet the requirements of the City's Sign Code. The
existing pylon sign existing on the site may remain but cannot be moved or expanded.
5. All recommendations and requirements set out in the memo from Ed Anderson, Deputy
Fire Marshal, and dated September 21, 2010 shall become a part of this approval.
6. The precast panels on the east, west sides of the building shall be the same buff color as
the panels facing Wayzata Boulevard. The look of the warehouse wall along Laurel
Avenue shall be enhanced.
7. If the amount of parking on the site is inadequate as determined by the City Manager,
Menards will take immediate steps to convert a portion of the outside yard area to the
north or east of the store building to create additional parking. Evidence of inadequate
parking may be shown by customers parking on-street, number of cars parked in the
parking lot, and cars not parked in designated spaces within the parking lot.
8. The driveway access points shall be further studied to determine if there can be another
access added along Hampshire Avenue or have only one access on Hampshire Avenue
and one access on Wayzata Boulevard.
9. The amount of parking stalls shall be further studied to determine if some of the stalls can
be removed so more landscaping can be included on the site.
10. This approval is subject to all other state, federal and local ordinances, regulations or
laws with authority over this development.
11. Bike racks for 20 bikes shall be provided.
12.A sidewalk shall be placed on Hampshire Avenue South adjacent to the site.
13. No snow storage shall be allowed on-site.
14. Proof of parking plan showing potential employee parking in the yard area north of the
building.
Findin s:
1. Quality Site Planning. The PUD plan is tailored to the specific characteristics of the site
and achieves a higher quality of site planning and design than generally expected under
conventional provisions of the ordinance.
2. Preservation. The PUD plan preserves and protects substantial desirable portions of
the site's characteristics, open space and sensitive environmental features including
steep slopes, trees, scenic views, creeks, wetlands and open waters.
3. Efficient -Effective. The PUD plan includes efficient and effective use (which includes
preservation) of the land.
4. Compatibility. The PUD Plan results in development compatible with adjacent uses and
is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and redevelopment plans and goals.
5. General Health. The PUD plan is consistent with preserving and improving the general
health, safety and general welfare of the people of the City.
6. Meets Requirements. The PUD plan meets the PUD Intent and Purpose provision and
all other PUD ordinance provisions.
Council Member Shaffer voted no.
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First Consideration -Ordinance #450 - Adding a New Section 2.22: Domestic
Partnership Registration
The following ordinance was MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg:
ORDINANCE NO. 450, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Adding a New Section 2.22: Domestic Partnership Registration
Stacy Altonen, Police Chief, introduced the agenda item and answered questions from the
Council.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Freiberg and motion carried unanimously to approve on
First Consideration, Ordinance #450, 2nd Series. Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as
follows:
FREIBERG -YES LOOMIS -YES PENTEL -YES SCANLON -YES SNAPPER -YES
Announcements of Meetings
The next Council/Manager meeting will be held on November 9, 2010 at 6:30 pm.
A Special Housing and Redevelopment Authority Workshop will be held on November 9,
2010 immediately following the Council/Manager meeting.
Some Council Members may attend the Taste of Golden Valley on November 10, 2010 at
5:30 pm at the Metropolitan Ballroom.
The City Offices are closed on Thursday, November 11, 2011 in observance of Veteran's
Day.
Some Council Members may attend the Golden Valley Historical Society Meeting on
November 11, 2010 at 7 pm at the Golden Valley Historical Society.
The next City Council meeting will be held on November 16, 2010 at 6:30 pm.
A Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission meeting will be held on November
18, 2010 at 11:30 am.
The City Offices are closed on Thursday, November 25 and Friday, November 26, 2010 in
observance of Thanksgiving.
Manor and Council Communications
No action and/or discussion took place.
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Adjournment
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 8:15 pm.
Linda R. Loomis, Mayor
ATTEST:
Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant