01-21-14 CC Agenda Packet (entire) AGENDA
Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Chamber
January 21, 2014
6:3Q pm
The Council may consider item numbers 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6
prior to the public hearings scheduled at 7 pm
1. CALL TO ORDER PAGES
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of A!legiance
C. Fire Department Retirement Recognition: Firefighters Gary Gustner, LouAnn Forseth, 3
Steve Staack, Bernie Vrona and John Crelly
D. Oath of Office: Firefighters Dominique Guzman, Jeffrey Piper and Alex Volinkaty 4
2. ADDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
3. CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Cansent 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 or citizen 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.
A. Approval of Minutes - City Council Meeting - December 3 and 17, 2013 and 5-31
January 7, 2014
B. Approval of Check Register:
1. City 32
2. Housing and Redevelapment Authority 33
C. Licenses:
1. Solicitor's License - The Window Store Home Impravements Inc. 34-36
2. Gambling License Exemption and Waiver of Notice Requirement - School of 37-41
Engineering and Arts - Parent Teacher Association
3. 3.2 Liquor License - Davanni's, Inc. d/b/a Davanni's Pizza & Hot Hoagies 42
D. Minutes of Boards and Commissions:
1. Planning Commission - November 18, 2013 43-50
2. Human Services Fund - November 11, 2013 51-52
3. Joint Water Commission - November 6, 2013 53-55
4. Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission - November 20, 2013 56-64
E. Bids and Quotes:
1. Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus, Mounting Brackets and Face Piece Bags - 66
Quotes
F. Bottineau Transitway Update 67
G. Approval of Full Extension for Filing of Plat and Submitting Final PUD Plan 68-71
Application - PUD #107 - The Towers at West End - Southwest Quadrant of I-394
and Highway 100 - Duke Realty, Applicant
3. CONSENT AGENDA - CONTINUED
H. The Tiburon Apartments - PUD #111 - Tiburon 55, LLC, Applicant 72-75
1. Ordinance #515 - Rescinding Ordinance #491, Approval of Final Plan of
Development
2. Rescinding Resolution 13-21 -Approval of Plat - Tiburon Fifty Five PUD #111
14-4
I. Financing of Capital Equipment; Establishing Compliance with Reimbursement Bond 76-78
Regulations under the Internal Revenue Code 14-5
J. Financing of Joint Water Commission 2014 Program: Establishing Compliance with 79-81
Reimbursement Bond Regulations under the Internal Revenue Code 14-6
K. Authorizing Joint Water Commission to Construct an Emergency Water Supply 14-7 82-84
L. Approval of 2014 Pay Equity Implementation Report 85-92
M. Authorization for Submittal to Metropolitan Council for Transportation Alternatives 93-95
Program (TAP) Funding for Bicycle/Pedestrian Improvements; Douglas Drive
Reconstruction Project (TH 55 to Medicine Lake Road) 14-8
N. Authorization for Letter of Support for League of Women Voters Application to Host 96-98
Community for "Toward a More Perfect Union: Talking About the Constitution"
Programs
O. Approval of Social Media Policy 99-106
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7 PM
5. OLD BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. Announcements of Meetings
B. Mayor and Council Communications
7. ADJOURNMENT
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Fire Department
763-593-8079/763-593-8098(fax)
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
1. C. Fire Department Retirement Recognition: Firefighters Gary Gustner, LouAnn Forseth, Steve
Staack, Bernie Vrona and John Crelly
Prepared By
Mark Kuhnly, Fire Chief
Summary
During 2013, five paid on-call firefighters retired from the Golden Valley Fire Department. On
December 30, 2013 LouAnn Forseth retired with 20 years of service, April 30, 2013 Bernie Vrona
retired with 22 years of service, April 15, 2013 Steve Staack retired with 22 years of service,
March 20, 2013 Gary Gustner retired with 24 years of service and on May 5, 2013 John Crelly
retired with 32 years of service.
Recommended Action
Present service awards to LouAnn Forseth, Steve Staack, Bernie Vrona, Gary Gustner and John
Crelly for dedicated service to the community.
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Fire Department
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
1. D. Oath of Office: Firefighters Dominique Guzman, Jeffrey Piper and Alex Volinkaty
Prepared By
Mark Kuhnly, Fire Chief
Summary
Firefighters Dominique Guzman,Jeffrey Piper and Alex Volinkaty will be present to take their
Oath of Office as a Golden Valley Firefighter.
Recommended Action
Mayor Harris to administer the Oath of Office to Firefighters Guzman, Piper and Volinkaty.
Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
December 3, 2013
Pursuant to due ca!! 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 December 3, 2013 at 6:30 pm.
The following members were present: Clausen, Harris, Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall.
Also present were: Thomas Burt, City Manager; Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works;
Allen Barnard, City Attorney; and Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant.
Pledqe of Alleqiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Presentation of Envision Award - Curt And Javne Olson Familv, Rob And Sue
Wheaton Familv, Katie Murphv Desiqn LLC, and Trees For Tyrol Donors
Mayor Harris introduced the agenda item.
Dean Penk, Envision Connection Board of Directors member, reviewed the nomination of
Curt and Jayne Olson, Rob and Sue Wheaton, and Katie Murphy for their efforts to
revitalize the North Tyrol Park after the tornado in 2011.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried to award an Envision Award
to the Curt and Jayne Olson family, the Rob and Sue Wheaton family, Katie Murphy
Design LLC, and the Trees For Tyrol Donors for their long-term community vision and work
in developing and implementing the Trees For Tyrol campaign.
Mayor Harris presented an Envision Award to the Curt and Jayne Olson family, the Rob
and Sue Wheaton family, and Katie Murphy Design LLC.
Oath of Office - Police Officers Adam Olson and Dana Bokuskv
Stacy Carlson, Police Chief introduced the newest Police Officers, Adam Olson and Dana
Bokusky.
Mayor Harris gave the oath of office to Police Officers Adam Olson and Dana Bokusky.
The Council congratulated the Police Officers Olson and Bokusky.
Recoqnition of David Hanson for Services Provided to Citv of Golden Valley and
Bassett Creek Watershed Mana�tement Commission
Mayor Harris recognized David Hanson and presented him pewter bowl and Certificate of
Recognition for his service.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 3, 2013
Page 2
Recoqnition of David Hanson for Services Provided to City of Golden Vallev and
Bassett Creek Watershed Manaqement Commission - Continued
David Hanson thanked the Council and staff for their support.
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-103
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY
DAVID HANSON TO THE CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY AND THE
BASSETT CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Scanlon
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
The Council and staff expressed their appreciation to David Hanson for his service to the
Community.
Receipt of Human Services Fund 2014 Allocation Report
Connie Sandler, Chair, Human Services Fund, reviewed the funding report and answered
questions from the Council.
MOVED by Schmidgall, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the 2014 Allocation Report and approve notifying the eight agencies of their 2014
allocation amount with the following designations:
Canvas Health/Crisis Connection: Funds to be used to continue phone support.
Community Mediation: Funds will be used for coordinating and supporting community
volunteers.
Crisis Nursery: Funds to be used to provide support and care to families in crisis.
DinnerAt Yourpoor. Funds to be used to supplement clients unable to afford delivery and
subsidize meals costs.
PRISM: Funds to be used to provide emergency and support services for Golden Valley
residents.
Senior Community Services HOME: Funds to be used to fund the sliding fee scale to assist
low-income Golden Valley seniors.
Senior Community Services Outreach: Funds to be used for direct service.
The Bridge for Youth: Funds to be used for "Project cab" to provide emergency
transportation to youth in crisis.
TreeHouse: Funds to be used to offset the cost of transporting teens to the TreeHouse
facility in New Hape and St. Louis Park.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 3, 2013
Page 3
Receipt of Human Services Fund 2014 Allocation Report - Continued
The Council thanked the Human Services Fund and staff for their support for the events
conducted.
Approval of Aqenda
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of December 3, 2013 as submitted.
Approval of Consent A�enda
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of December 3, 2013 as amended: removal of Email from Kyle Turner Regarding
Resignation from Environmental Commission and Approval of 2014-2018 Capital
Improvement Program.
*Approval of Minutes - Citv Council Meetinq - October 1, 2013
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to approve the
City Council Meeting minutes of October 1, 2013 as submitted.
*Approval of Check Reqister
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the payment of the City as submitted.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the minutes as follows:
Planning Commission - October 14, 2013
Joint Water Commission - August 7, 2013
Human Rights Commission - September 24, 2013
Environmental Commission - September 23, 2013
Human Services Fund - October 14, 2013
Envision Connection Project Executive Board - September 19, 2013
Email from Kvle Turner Reqardinq Resiqnation from Environmental Commission
Council Member Clausen thanked Kyle Turner for his service to the City.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 3, 2013
Page 4
Email from Kvle Turner Reqardinq Resiqnation from Environmental Commission -
Continued
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the email from Kyle Turner, dated November 26, 2013 regarding resignation from the
Environmental Commission; and request the Mayor send him a lefiter of appreciation in
recognition for his service to the community.
Approval of 2014-2018 Capital Improvement Proqram
Mayor Harris requested staff review the item. Sue Virnig, Finance Director, answered
questions from the Council.
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-104
RESOLUTION APPROVING 2014-2018 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Scanlon
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
*Adoption of 2014-2015 Budqet for Enterprise, Special Revenue and Internal Services
Funds
Member Clausen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-105
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2014-2015 BUDGETS FOR
ENTERPRISE, SPECIAL REVENUE AND INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Scanlon
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
*Second Consideration - Ordinance #512 - Establishin 2014 Master Fee Schedule
The following ordinance was MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon:
ORDINANCE NO. 512, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Establishing A 2014 Master Fee Schedule
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 3, 2013
Page 5
*Second Consideration - Ordinance #512 - Establishinq 2014 Master Fee Schedule -
Continued
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to adopt on First
Consideration, Ordinance #512, 2nd Series. The vote was as follows:
CLAUSEN -YES HARRIS - YES PENTEL - YES SCANLON - YES SCHMIDGALL - YES
*Approval of Use of an Affordable Housinq Incentive Fund (AHIF) Loan for the
Propertv Located at 2913 Orchard Avenue North 13-106
Member Clausen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-106
RESOLUTION APPROVING USE OF THE
HENNEPIN COUNTY'S AFFORDABLE HOUSING INCENTIVE FUND
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2913 ORCHARD AVENUE NORTH
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Scanlon
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
*Authorization to Siqn Amended PUD Permit - Room & Board - PUD #79 -
Amendment#4
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to sign the amended PUD Permit for Room & Board PUD No.
79, Amendment No. 4.
*Approval of Conditional Extension for Filinq of Plat and Submittinq Final PUD Plan
Application - PUD #107 - The Towers at West End - Southwest Quadrant of I-394 and
Hiqhwav 100 - Duke Realtv, Applicant
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to approve an
extension for submittal of the Final PUD Plan application and the Final Plat for The Towers
at West End, PUD No. 107 until June 1, 2014, subject to the following conditions:
1. Duke shall submit cash deposits as requested by the City to cover legal and
engineering costs incurred by the City for consideration of the Preliminary Plan.
2. Duke will be financially responsible for road construction under TH 100 and intersection
improvements on the east side of TH 100 and traffic calming along the frontage road
east of TH 100, ta occur at the time building permits are applied for by Duke.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 3, 2013
Page 6
*Approval of Conditional Extension for Filinq of Plat and Submitting Final PUD Plan
A�plication - PUD #107 - The Towers at West End - Southwest Quadrant of I-394 and
Hiqhway 100 - Duke Realtv, Applicant - Continued
3. Duke shall cooperate with the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) in
the construction of the 1-GV-461 Reliever project. The Reliever project is required to be
constructed by MCES to increase sanitary sewer capacity to serve Duke's West End
development and other future development in certain parts of Golden Valley and St.
Louis Park. MCES and Duke to reach a conclusion on the permanent location of the lift
station, the force main alignment, and all other appurtenances needed for the
construction of the 1-GV-461 force main within the vicinity of the Duke property. All
temporary and permanent easements shall be identified, and all land shall be
transferred in connection with the project. If the City or MCES determines that there has
not been adequate cooperation from Duke, the City retains the right to place additional
conditions on future extensions to the Preliminary PUD Plan or the Final PUD Plan.
4. Duke shall demonstrate to the City of Golden Valley its good faith efforts to act in
accordance with the requirements of the PUD. Staff will report the status of Duke's
progress with the MCES in 60 days. If adequate progress is being made to meet the
terms of the PUD, the Council may extend the PUD for an additional term not to exceed
120 days. If adequate progress is not being made to meet the terms of the PUD, the
Council may revoke any further extension of the PUD preliminary approval beyond the
first approximate 60 days. If Council finds that adequate progress is being made to
meet the terms of the PUD, the Council may permit the extension of the PUD
preliminary approval to continue for the remaining approximate 120 days.
*Authorization to Siqn Amended Aqreement with Bassett Creek Watershed
Manaqement Commission and WSB & Associates, Inc. for Feasibilitv Studv for 2015
Bassett Creek Main Stem Restoration Proiect
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to sign the Amendment to Cooperative Agreement for the
2015 Bassett Creek Main Stem Restoration Project (BC-25) with the Bassett Creek
Watershed Management Commission.
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the City Manager to sign the amended agreement with WSB &Associates, Inc. to complete
the feasibility study for an amount not to exceed $62,000.
Public Hearinq -Adoption of 2013 Propertv Tax Levy Pavable 2014 and 2014-2015
General Fund Budpet
Sue Virnig, Finance Director, reviewed the budget and answered questions from the
Council. Thomas Burt answered questions from the Council.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 3, 2013
Page 7
Public Hearinq -Adoption of 2013 Propertv Tax Levv Pavable 2014 and 2014-2015
General Fund Budqet - Continued
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Howard Tarkow, 6810 Harold Avenue, stated his taxes went up 20% this year; asked why
the taxes went up; had questions about the city portion of the taxes going up 25%, stated
he improved his kitchen but his property values went down; and he also had to pay special
assessments.
Victor Harvath, 5901 Laurel Avenue, had questions regarding the increase in salaries;
stated he requested the information but was not given any data and was not able to speak
to the issue at the last meeting and felt it was not proper; stated that the taxes went up but
his value went down; feels the city employees get a sweet package; the City should not
bank on getting LGA funds; and feels the costs should be curbed.
Dave Gillham, 325 Dakota Avenue South, had questions about the tax capacity rate, and
taxable rate, had questions about the handout and wants to know how his taxes went up
13% but his value went down
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-107
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2013 PROPERTY TAX LEVIES
FOR TAXES PAYABLE 2014
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Scanlon
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
Member Pentei introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-108
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2014 BUDGET
OF THE GENERAL FUND BUDGET
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 3, 2013
Page 8
Public Hearinq -Adoption of 2013 Propertv Tax Levv Pavable 2014 and 2014-2015
General Fund Budqet - Continued
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Schmidgall and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Clausen, Harris, Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the
same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by
the Mayor and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
Continued Public Hearinq - Easement Vacations to Vacate Allev and Easements in
the Plats of Sprinq Green South and Reqistered Land Survev No. 106
Mayor Harris introduced the agenda item. Thomas Burt and Jeannine Clancy answered
questions from the CounciL
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to close the
public hearing for consideration of easement vacations to vacate alley and easements in
the plats of Spring Green South and Registered Land Survey No. 106 and take no action.
Announcements of Meetinqs
The next Council/Manager meeting will be held on December 10, 2013 at 6:30 pm.
Some Council Members may attend the Bassett Creek Regional Trail Study Open House
on December 11, 2013 from 5:30 to 7 pm.
The next City Council meeting will be held on December 17, 2013 at 6:30 pm.
Some Council Members may attend the Board of Zoning Appeals/Planning Commission
Holiday Party on December 18, 2013 at 6 pm at the Brookview Grill.
Mavor and Council Communications
A representative from Senator Franken's office will meet with the Mayor and City Manager
on December 11, 2013 to provide them with a general update.
Mayor Harris stated that a reporter from the StarTribune contacted him regarding doing a
news article on the 3.9.4. development. Thomas Burt provided an update regarding the
area.
Thomas Burt stated that staff has contacted St. Margaret Mary Church regarding
appointing a representative on the Bottineau Station LRT Committee but he has not heard
back from them.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 3, 2013
Page 9
Mavor and Council Communications - Continued
Tim Cornelius, 8405 Patsy Lane, stated he read an article on light rail and wanted to get an
update on the Southwest line moving into a portion of Golden Valley.
Adiournment
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to adjourn the
meeting at 8:33 pm.
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant
Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
December 17, 2013
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 December 17, 2013 at 6:30 pm.
The following members were present: Clausen, Harris, Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall.
Also present were: Thomas Burt, City Manager; Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works;
Allen Barnard, City Attorney; and Lisa Wittman, Administrative Assistant.
Pled�e of Alleqiance
Don Anderson, Secretary of the Golden Valley Historical Society, led the Council in reciting
the Pledge of Allegiance and shared a few remarks about the founding of Golden Valley.
Peo�le Respondinq in Social Ministrv (PRISM) Presentation
Michelle Ness, Executive Director, reviewed programs and services offered through PRISM
and answered questions from the Council. The Council thanked Ms. Ness for the
presentation and for PRISM's work. �
Approval of Aqenda
Thomas Burt amended the agenda to include the addition of a General Business License.
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Pentel and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of December 17, 2013 as amended: addition of General Business Licenses -
#6774 San Antonio Farms d/b/a MGM Liquor Warehouse, Cigarettes/Tobacco.
Approval of Consent Aqenda
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of December 17, 2013 as amended: addition of General Business Licenses -
#6774 San Antonio Farms d/b/a MGM Liquor Warehouse, Cigarettes/Tobacco; and
removal of Minutes of Boards or Commissions - Envision Connection Project Executive
Board - October 17, 2013; and Informal Petition from Laurel Hills East, 5901 Laurel
Avenue, Regarding Railroad Crossing Quiet Zone.
*Approval of Minutes - Council/Manaqer Meetinq - September 10, 2013
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to approve the
Council/Manager Meeting minutes of September 10, 2013 as submitted.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
Qecember 17, 2013
Page 2
*Approval of Check Register
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the payment of the City and Housing and Redevelopment Authority as submitted.
�`General Business Licenses
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the issuance of licenses as recommended by staff.
*City Gamblinq Licenses
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to approve the
City gambling licenses as follows: Chester Bird American Legion Post #523; Golden Valley
VFW Post#7051, Minnesota Youth Athletic Services and Crystal Lions.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the minutes as follows:
Environmental Commission - October 28, 2013
Human Rights Commission - October 22, 2013
Joint Water Commission - September 4, 2013
Open Space and Recreation Commission - September 23, 2013
Joint Environmental and Open Space and Recreation Commission - October 28, 2013
Minutes of Boards and Cornmissions - Envision Connection Proiect Executive Board -
October 17, 2013
Council Member Pentel questioned the discussion regarding the budget for the community
center assessment including a survey to gauge community interest from greenway ideas.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the Envision Connection Project Executive Board minutes of October 17, 2013.
*MT Trackless Trailer and Attachments - Quotes
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to purchase
one Trackless MT Tractor through the Minnesota Materials Management Division, from
MacQueen Equipment Company, Inc. for $126,092.50.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 17, 2013
Page 3
*Police SUV - Quotes
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to purchase a
Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle, through the State of Minnesota Squad Car Contract,
from Nelson Auto Center for $32,915.82.
*F550 Cab and Chassis Truck - Quotes
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to purchase a
Ford F550 cab and chassis truck, through the State of Minnesota Light Truck contract from
Midway Ford for $41,505.48.
Informal Petition from Laurel Hills East, 5901 Laurel Avenue, Reqardinq Railroad
Crossinq Quiet Zone
Council Member Clausen asked for further clarification on what the informal petition might
mean to the residents of Laurel Hills.
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the informal petition dated November 21, 2013 from Robert and Carolyn Papke and
request staff to place the item on a future Council/Manager meeting for discussion.
*Authorization to Siqn First Amendment to Agreement for Animal Pound Services
with City af Robbinsdale
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to sign the First Amendment to Agreement for Animal Pound
Services with the City of Robbinsdale for 2014-2015.
*Authorization to Siqn Aqreement with Soiourner Proiect Inc. for pomestic Assault
Intervention Services
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to sign the 2014 Intervention Services Agreement with
Sojourner Project, Inc. for domestic assault intervention services.
*Acceptance of Donations for Onqoinq Proqrams and Other Miscellaneous
Donations
Member Scanlon introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-109
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATIONS FOR ONGOING PROGRAMS
AND OTHER MISCELLANEOUS DONATIONS
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 17, 2013
Page 4
*Acceptance of Donations for Onqoinq Proqrams and Other Miscellaneous
Donations - Continued
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Clausen
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
*Receipt of November 2013 Financial Reports
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the November 2013 Financial Reports.
*Authorization to Siqn Enqaqement Letter with Mallov, Montaque, Karnowski
Radosevich, & Co. for 2013 Audit Services
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the City Manager to sign Engagement Letter with Malloy, Montaque, Karnowski,
Radosevich & Co., P.A. for the 2013 audit services for $43,900.
*Amendments to 2013 General Fund Budctet and Transferrinq Funds from Buildinq
Fund to Park Improvement Fund
Member Scanlon introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-110
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2013 BUDGET
OF THE GENERAL FUND
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Glausen
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
Member Scanlon introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-111
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF $150,000 FROM THE
BUILDING IMPROVEMENT FUND TO THE PARK IMPROVEMENT FUND
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Clausen
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 17, 2013
Page 5
*Approval of 2014 General Waqes and Salaries for Non-union Personnel
Member Scanlon introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-112
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2014 GENERAL WAGES
AND SALARIES FOR ALL NON-UNION PERSONNEL
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Clausen
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
Public Hearinq - Easement Vacations - Meadowbrook School P.U.D. No. 90 and
Meadowbrook School Addition - 5400 and 5430 Glenwood Avenue
Jeannine Clancy introduced the agenda item 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.
Member Pentel introduced the foflowing resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-113
RESOLUTION VACATING EASEMENTS IN
MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL P.U.D. NO. 90 AND
MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL ADDITION
(5400 AND 5430 GLENWOOD AVENUE)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Schmidgall and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Clausen, Harris, Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the
same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by
the Mayor and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
Public Hearinq - Ordinance #513 - Final Desiqn Plan Approval - PUD #113 - The Xenia -
Slosburq Companv, Applicant
The following ordinance was MOVED by Schmidgall, seconded by Clausen:
ORDINANCE NO. 513, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Approval of Final Plan of Development
The Xenia, P.U.D. No. 113
Slosburg Company, Applicant
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 17, 2013
Page 6
Public Hearinq - Ordinance #513 - Final Desiqn Plan Approval - PUD #113 - The Xenia -
Slosburp Companv, Applicant - Continued
Mark Grimes, Community Development Director, presented the staff report and answered
questions from the Council.
Jerry Kavan, Applicant, reviewed his plans 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 Schmidgall, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to adopt
Ordinance #513, 2nd Series. Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
CLAUSEN - YES HARRIS - YES PENTEL - YES SCANLON - YES SCHMIDGALL - YES
Public Hearinq - Drainaqe, Street and Utilitv Easement Vacations - Reqistered Land
Survev No. 661 - 700 and 800 Xenia Avenue South - The Xenia Apartments
Jeannine Clancy introduced the agenda item 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.
Member Clausen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-114
RESOLUTION VACATING EASEMENTS
IN REGISTERED LAND SURVEY NO. 661
(700 AND 800 XENIA AVENUE SOUTH)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Scanlon
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
Public Hearinq - Preliminarv Plat Approval - Eldridqe 7th Addition - 4824 Triton Drive -
A.K.A.R.E. Companies LLC, Applicant
Mark Grimes, Community Development Director, presented the staff report and answered
questions from the Council.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 17, 2013
Page 7
Public Hearinq - Preliminarv Plat Approval - Eldridqe 7th Addition - 4824 Triton Drive -
A.K.A.R.E. Com anies LLC A licant - Continued
Rob Eldridge, Applicant, reviewed his plans 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 Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to approve the
Preliminary Plat for Eldridge 7th Addition, 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. A park dedication fee in the amount of $880 shall be paid prior to final plat approval.
3. A Subdivision Agreement will be drafted for review and approval by the City Council that
will include issues found in the Engineering Department's memo dated December 11,
2013.
4. The recommendations and requirements outlined in the memo from the Engineering
Department to Mark Grimes, Community Development Director dated December 11,
2013 shall become a part of this approval.
5. Approval is contingent on the approval by the City Council of a Minor PUD Amendment
for Eldridge 3rd Addition PUD No. 109 which adds Outlot A from PUD No. 109 to
Eldridge 7th Addition.
6. This amendment keeps Lot 5, Eldridge 3rd Addition PUD No. 109 within the PUD.
Eldridge 7th Addition will only be a two lot subdivision comprising the 4824 Triton Drive
parcel and Outlot A of Eldridge 3rd Addition PUD No. 109.
7. All applicable City permits must be obtained prior to the development of the new lots.
8. This approval is subject to all other state, federal, and local ordinances, regulations, or
laws with authority over this development.
A�proval of Plat - Meadowbrook School 3rd Addition PUD No. 90 and Authorization
to Sign Amended PUD Permit - PUD No. 90 -Amendment#3
Mark Grimes, Community Development Director, introduced the agenda item and
answered questions from the Council.
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 13-115
RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL OF PLAT -
MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL 3RD ADDITION P.U.D. NO. 90
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Schmidgall and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Clausen, Harris, Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the
same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by
the Mayor and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 17, 2013
Page 8
Approval of Plat - Meadowbrook School 3rd Addition PUQ No. 90 and Authorization
to Siqn Amended PUD Permit - PUD No. 90 -Amendment#3 - Continued
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to sign the amended PUD permit for Meadowbrook School,
P.U.D. No. 90, Amendment #3 to allow for the construction of a small addition onto the
current school building (5430 Glenwood Avenue) and a tunnel that connects to the former
Crisis Nursery property (5400 Glenwood Avenue).
Approval of Plat - Xenia Apartments PUD No. 113 and Authorization to Siqn PUD
Permit and PUD Development Aqreement - The Xenia PUD No. 113
Mark Grimes, Community Development Director, introduced the agenda item and
answered questions from the Council.
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESQLUTION 13-116
RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL OF PLAT - XENIA APARTMENTS P.U.D. NO. 113
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was secanded by Member Clausen
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Clausen, Harris,
Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
MOVED by Schmidgall, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to sign the PUD Permit and Development Agreement for The
Xenia PUD No. 113.
Authorization to Siqn Amended PUD Permit - Eldridqe 3rd Addition PUD No. 109 -
Amendment#1
Mark Grimes, Community Development Director, introduced the agenda item and
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 Eldridge 3rd Addition PUD
No. 109, Amendment No. 1 to allow Outlot A to be removed from the PUD.
Authorization to Siqn Amended PUD Permit - MINI Cooper PUD #63 -Amendment#3
Mark Grimes, Community Development Director, presented the staff report and answered
questions from the CounciL
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 17, 2013
Page 9
Authorization to Siqn Amended PUD Permit - MINI Cooper PUD #63 -Amendment#3 -
Continued
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to sign the amended PUD Permit for MINI Cooper PUD No.
63, Amendment No. 3 to allow for the sales (including parts and accessories) and service
of new and used motorcycles, ATVS, snowmobiles, personal watercraft and other similar
off road vehicles subject to the following conditions:
1. there shall be no outside storage or display of product,
2. there shall be no "test driving" of products on the property or on the public right-of-way
other than motorcycles specifically licensed to operate on streets,
3. There shall be no "test driving" of any product on local, neighborhood streets.
First Consideration - Ordinance #514 - Amendment to Section 10:23: Fire Protection
�Recreational Firesl
The following ordinance was MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Clausen:
ORDINANCE NO. 514, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Deleting and Replacing in its Entirety Section 10:23: Fire Protection
John Crelly, Deputy Fire Chief, presented the staff report and answered questions from the
Council.
MOVED by Pentel, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to adopt on First
Condition Ordinance #514, 2nd Series. Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
CLAUSEN - YES HARRIS - YES PENTEL -YES SCANLON - YES SCHMIDGALL -YES
Announcements of Meetinqs
A Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission meeting will be held on December
18, 2013 at 8:30 am.
Some Council Members may attend the Board of Zoning Appeals/Planning Commission
Holiday Party on December 18, 2013 at the Brookview Grill.
Some Council Members may attend a Purple Heart ceremony on Monday, December 23,
2013 at 11:30 am.
The City offices are closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25,
2013 in observance of Christmas.
Regular Meeting of the City Councii
December 17, 2013
Page 10
Announcements of Meetinqs
The City offices are closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2014 in observance of New Year's
Day.
The next City Council meeting will be held on January 7, 2014 at 6:30 pm.
Mavor and Council Communications
Mayor Harris reported that a youth sports grant was granted to the City in order to help
build a new playground at the SEA school.
Mayor Harris reported that he has received a number of phone calls regarding
snowplowing and requested staff provide an update. Jeanine Clancy provided an
explanation of the City's snowplowing policy and procedures.
Council Member Scanlon asked for an update on the progress of making the audio
recordings of Council/Manager meetings available on the City's website. Burt stated that
audio recordings of Council/Manager meetings will be available on the City's website
starting in 2014.
Re_c_ognition of Service - Council Members Paula Pentel and DeDe Scanlon
Council Member Scanlon presented Paula Pentel with an engraved pewter bowl for her
service as a Council Member from 2004-2013 and gavel plaque for her service as HRA
Chair from 2006 2013.
Council Member Pentel presented DeDe Scanlon with an engraved pewter bowl for her
service as a Council Member from 2006 to 2013.
Adiournment
MOVED by Scanlon, seconded by Pentel and motion carried unanimously to adjourn the
meeting at 8:39 pm.
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lisa Wittman, Administrative Assistant
Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
January 7, 2014
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 January 7, 2014 at 6:30 pm.
The following members were present: Clausen, Harris, Pentel, Scanlon and Schmidgall.
Also present were: Thomas Burt, City Manager; Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works;
Allen Barnard, City Attorney; and Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant.
Pledqe of Alleqiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Approval of Minutes: Citv Council Meetinqs - October 15, November 6, 12 and 19,
2013
MOVED by, Pentel, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to approve the
meeting minutes for the City Council Meetings for November 6, 12 and 19, 2013 as
submitted and the October 15, 2013 City Council Meeting minutes as amended: amend
October 15, 2013, Approval of Updated City Manager Employment Agreement to reflect
that Pentel was absent.
Adiournment
MOVED by, Pentel, seconded by Scanlon and motion carried unanimously to adjourn the
meeting at 6:35 pm.
Oath of Office, Roll Call and Seatinq of the Council
Mayor Harris called the meeting to order and introduced Retired Judge Myron Greenberg.
Retired Judge Myron Greenberg gave the oath of office to Council Members Larry Fonnest
and Andy Snope. The term for Council Members Fonnest and Snope expires December
31, 2017. A roll call was taken and the seating of the 2014 Council took place.
The Mayor adjourned the meeting for cake and coffee, after which the meeting reconvened.
Approval of Aqenda
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Fonnest and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of January 7, 2014 as submitted.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
January 7, 2014
Page 2
Approval of Consent Aqenda
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to approve
the consent agenda of January 7, 2014 as amended: removal of Designation of
Depositories for City Funds, Autharization to Sign Patrol Officer (LELS Local 27)
Agreement, Authorization to Sign Agreement with Hennepin County for Sentence to Serve
Program and Second Consideration - Ordinance #514 -Amending Section 10.23
Regarding Recreational Fires.
*Set Time and Place of Aqenda Closinq
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgal� and motion carried unanimously to set the
closing time and place for receipt of public information for the Council agenda at 4:30 pm in
the City Manager's Office on the Wednesday preceding the Council Meeting.
Desiqnation of Depositories for Citv Funds
Council Member Snope disclosed that his wife works Wells Fargo Bank which is one of the
depositories but stated there is no conflict of interest and that he would abstain from any
discussion and action.
Member Clausen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 14-1
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES FOR CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Schmidgall and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Clausen, Fonnest, Harris, and Schmidgall; and the following abstained: Snope; and the
following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
*Designation of Official Newspaper
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to designate
the New Hope-Golden Valley SunPost as the City's official newspaper.
*Approval of Check Reqister
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to approve
the check register as submitted.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
January 7, 2014
Page 3
*Solicitor's License - Republic Services
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to approve
the solicitor's license for Republic Services.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the minutes as follows:
Board of Zoning Appeals - October 22, 2013
Human Rights Commission - November 26, 2013
Human Rights Commission Worksession - November 26, 2013
Open Space and Recreation Commission - October 28, 2013
Joint Water Commission - October 2, 2013
Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission - October 17, 2013
*Outdoor Deck and Patio Furniture at Brookview Golf Course — Quotes
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the purchase of outdoor deck and patio furniture for Brookview Golf Course from the lowest
responsible bidder, Northwood Industries, Inc. for $41,190. The quotes were as follows:
Northwood Industries, Inc. $41,190
By The Yard $49,023
Plants & Things $61,440
*Purchase and Installation of Liqht Poles, Sidewalk Bollards. LED Fixtures - Lawn
Bowlinq Green - Quotes
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the purchase and installation of LED lighting at the Brookview Golf Course for the new lawn
bowling green from the lowest responsible bidder, DJ Electric for $45,280. The quotes
were as follows:
DJ Electric $45,280
ESP, Inc. $57,300
Phasor Electric Company $57,839
*Approval of Use of Credit Cards for Purchases
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to approve
usage of credit cards by any city employee who has received prior approval from the
appropriate supervisor.
Regular Meeting af the City Council
January 7, 2014
Page 4
*Annual Election for the 20141nsurance Policv
Member Snope introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 14-2
RESOLUTION MAKING ANNUAL ELEGTIONS
FOR THE 2014 INSURANCE POLICY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Schmidgall and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Clausen, Fonnest, Harris, Schmidgall and Snope; and the following voted against the
same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by
the Mayor and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
Authorization to Siqn Patrol Officer (LELS Local 27) Aqreement
Council Member Fonnest had questions regarding the agreement. Thomas Burt and
Chantell Knauss, Assistant City Manager, answered questions from the Council.
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Fonnest and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
Mayor and City Manager to sign the 2014-2015 Police Officers (LELS Local #27) Labor
Agreement.
Authorization to Siqn Aqreement with Hennepin Countv for Sentence to Serve
Proqram
Council Member Snope requested staff to review the program. Thomas Burt and Jeannine
Clancy answered questions from the Council.
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
Mayor and City Manager to sign the agreement with Hennepin County for the Sentencing
to Service Program for an amount not to exceed $90,064.
*Authorization to Siqn Aqreement with SEH for Desipn of TH 55/Winnetka Ave
Intersection Improvements
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the City Manager to sign the agreement with SEH, Inc. for final design of the TH 55 and
Winnetka Avenue Intersection Improvement Project in the amount not to exceed $141,200.
*Bottineau Liqht Rail Transit (LRT) Planninq Advisorv Committee Appointment
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Schmidgall and motion carried unanimously to appoint
Carmen Heim to the Bottineau LRT Planning Advisory Gommittee.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
January 7, 2014
Page 5
*Acceptance of Donation for Human Riqhts Commission Communitv Proiect in
Honor of David Bucher, M.D. and Bill Cooper
Member Snope introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 14-3
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATION FOR
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISION FOR COMMUNITY PROJECTS
IN HONOR OF DAVID K. BUCHER, M.D. AND BILL COOPER
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Schmidgall and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Clausen, Fonnest, Harris, Schmidgall and Snope; and the following voted against the
same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by
the Mayor and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
Second Consideration - Ordinance #514 - Amendinq Section 10.23 Reqardinq
Recreational Fires
The following ordinance was MOVED by Fonnest, seconded by Snope:
ORDINANCE NO. 514, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Deleting and Replacing in its Entirety Section 10:23: Fire Protection
Council Member Fonnest had questions regarding the process for obtaining a fire permit.
John Crelly, Deputy Fire Chief, answered questions from the Council.
MOVED by Fonnest, seconded by Snope and motion carried unanimously to adopt on
Second Consideration Ordinance #514, 2nd Series. Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as
follows:
CLAUSEN - YES FONNEST - YES HARRIS SCHMIDGALL - YES SNOPE - YES
Announcements of Meetinqs
The Council will attend the Joint Water Commission Tri-City Council Meeting on January 9,
2014 at 6:30 pm.
Some Council Members may attend the Bottineau Station Area Planning Meeting on
January 9, 2014 at 6 pm.
Some Council Members may attend the Golden Valley Historical Society Meeting on
January 9, 2014 at 7 pm at the Golden Valley Historical Society.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
January 7, 2014
Page 6
Announcements of Meetinqs - Continued
The City Council will hold a Council/Staff workshop on January 11, 2014 from 8:30 am to
1 pm at the Brookview Grill.
' The next Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting will be held on January 14, 2014
at 6:30 pm.
The next Council/Manager meeting will be held on January 14, 2014 immediately following
the HRA meeting.
A Bassett Creek Water Management Commission will be held on January 16, 2014 at
8:30 am.
Some Council Members may attend the Human Rights Commission MLK Jr. Event on
January 20, 2014 at 7:30 am at the Spirit of Hope Church, 7600 Harold Avenue.
The next City Council meeting will be held on January 21, 2014 at 6:30 pm.
Reset Meetinq Dates
Thomas Burt introduced the agenda item.
MOVED by Fonnest, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to reset the
following City Council Meetings: Tuesday, February 4 to Wednesday, February 5; Tuesday,
April 15 to Thursday, April 17; Tuesday, August 5 to Wednesday, August 6 and Tuesday,
November 4 to Wednesday, November 5.
MOVED by Fonnest, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously to reset the
following City Council/Manager Meeting: Tuesday, August 12 to Wednesday, August 13
and Tuesday, November 11 to Wednesday November 12.
Set Date for CounciUStaff Workshop
Mayor Harris introduced the agenda item.
MOVED by Snope, seconded by Clausen and motion carried unanimously set the
Council/Staff Workshop for Saturday, January 11, 2014 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm at the
Brookview GriIL
Regular Meeting of the City Council
January 7, 2014
Page 7
Council Assiqnment - Mavor Pro Tem
Mayor Harris introduced the agenda item.
Council Member Schmidgall nominated himself as Mayor Pro Tem and withdrew the
nomination.
MOVED by Schmidgall, seconded by Snope and mvtion carried unanimously to nominate
Council Member Clausen as Mayor Pro Tem. Council Member Clausen accepted the
nomination.
Council Appointments: Assistant Weed Inspectors
Mayor Harris introduced the agenda item.
MOVED by Harris, seconded by Snope and motion carried unanimously to appaint Dave
Gustafson, AI Lundstrom and Tim Teynor, as the Assistant Weed Inspectors for a one-year
term.
Council Ap�ointments: Housinq and Redevelopment Authoritv Commissioners
Mayor Harris introduced the agenda item. Allen Barnard answered questions from the
Gouncil.
MOVED by Clausen, seconded by Harris and motion carried unanimously to appoint the
following City Council Members as Commissioners of the Housing and Redevelopment
Authority, with terms concurrent with tenure on the City Council which expire December 31,
2015: Larry Fonnest, Steve Schmidgall and Andy Snope.
Mavor and Councii Communications
Mayor Harris stated he had received an invitation to the Seven Dreams Education
Foundation Bird Bash to be held on February 8, 2014 at 6:30 pm at the Plymouth Creek
Center and requested any Council Member contact him if they are interested in attending.
Mayor Harris thanked Hennepin County Commission Linda Higgins for her support in
obtaining a Youth Sports Grant for Wildwood Park. The Council approved Mayor Harris
working with staff to prepare a thank you letter to Ms. Higgins and the entire Hennepin
County Board for the grant.
The West Metro Home Remodeling Fair will be held on February 23, 2014 from 10:30 am
to 3:30 pm at the Eisenhower Community Center.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
January 7, 2014
Page 8
Adiournment
MOVED by Fonnest, seconded by Snope and motion carried unanimously to adjourn the
meeting at 7:50 pm.
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. B. 1. Approval of City Check Register
Prepared By
Sue Virnig, Finance Director
Summary
Approval of the check register for various vendor claims against the City of Golden Valley.
Attachments
• Document sent via email
Recommended Action
Motion to authorize the payment of the bills as submitted.
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. B. 2. Approval of Housing and Redevelopment Autharity Check Register
Prepared By
Sue Virnig, Finance Director
Summary
Approval of the check register for various vendor claims against the Housing and Redevelopment
Authority.
Attachments
• Document sent via email
Recommended Action
Motion to authorize the payment of the bills as submitted.
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. C. 1. Solicitor's License-The Window Store Home Improvements
Prepared By
Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant
Summary
As per City Code, any individual or group intending to go door-to-door within the City selling
products, taking orders or soliciting for business or donations must be licensed by the City to do
so.
Attachments
• Peddler/Solicitor License Application (2 pages)
Recommended Action
Motion to approve the solicitor's license for The Window Store Home Improvements.
Application and fee must be submitted to the City Manager's Office the Wednesday prior to
the City Councii Meeting. Council Meetings are normally held the first and third Tuesday of
each month.
PEDDLER/SOLICITOR LICENSE APPLICATION
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TO: Golden Valley City Council Fee Paid: $ �
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Enclose the sum of$��for I � � (number) peddlerslsolicitors as required by
City Co de o f t he City of Golden Valley and have complied with all the requirements of said
Code necessary for obtaining this license.
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List the names and addresses of EACH person who will be peddling or soliciting on behalf
of said organization in the City, or, in the altemative, the name, address and telephone
number or numbers where a responsible person of said organization will maintain a list of
names and addresses of all persons engaged in peddling or soliciting in the City:
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. C. 2. Gambling License Exemption and Waiver of Notice Requirement- School of Engineering
and Arts- Parent Teacher Association
Prepared By
Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant
Summary
As per State Statute organizations that conduct gambling within the City limits have to submit an
application for a lawful gambling permit to the State after the permit has been approved or
denied by the City. Depending upon the timing of the permit the applicants may request the City
to waive the 30-day waiting period.
Attachments
• Application for Exempt Permit (4 pages)
Recommended Action
Motion to receive and file the gambling license exemption and approve the waiver of notice
requirement for the School of Engineering and Arts- Parent Teacher Association.
MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING 1/13 Page 1 of 2
LG220 Application for Exempt Permit
An exempt permit may be issued to a nonprofit organization that: Qpp�ICdt1011 fee (non refundable)
-conducts lawful gambling on five or fewer days,and
-awards less than$50,000 in prizes during a calendar year. If application is postmarked or received 30 days or
If total prize value for the year will be$1,500 or less,contact the licensing more before the event$50; otherwise$100.
specialist assigned to your county.
ORGANIZA`�I�N INFO�tMATI�N
Organization name Previous gambling permit number
School of Engineering and Arts PTA X-93132
Minnesota tax ID number, if any Federal employer ID number(FEIN), if any
2707914 46-0766126
Type of nonprofit organization. Check one.
�Fraternal �Religious ,�Veterans ✓�Other nonprofit organization
Mailing address City State Zip code County
1751 Kelly Drive Golden Valley MN 55427 Henne in
Name of chief executive officer [CEO] Daytime phone number E-mail address
Stephanie J. Smith (612) 834-8340 seaptafundraising@gmail.co�
NONPROFIT STATUS
Attach a copy of ONE of the following for proof of nonprofit status.
�Nonprofit Articles of Incorporation OR a current Certificate of Good Standing.
Don't have a copy? This certificate must be obtained each year from:
Secretary of State, Business Services Div., 60 Empire Drive, Suite 100, St. Paul, MN 55103
Phone: 651-296-2803
�IRS income tax exemption [501(c)] letter in your organization's name.
Don't have a copy? To obtain a copy of your federal income tax exempt letter, have an organization officer contact
the IRS at 877-829-5500.
�IRS-Affiliate of national,statewide,or international parent nonprofit organization [charter]
If your organization falls under a parent organization,attach copies of both of the following:
a. IRS letter showing your parent organization is a nonprofit 501(c) organization with a group ruling, and
b. the charter or letter from your parent organization recognizing your organization as a subordinate.
GAMBLING PREMISES INF�RMATIQN
Name of premises where the gambling event will be conducted. For raffles, list the site where the drawing will take place.
School of Engineering and Arts
Address [do not use PO box] City or township Zip code County
1751 Kelly Drive Golden Valley 55427 Henne in
Date[s] of activity. For raffles, indicate the date of the drawing.
Saturday, February 15, 2014
Check each type of ambling activity that your organization will conduct.
�Bingo* �Raffle �Paddlewheels* �Pull-tabs* �,Tipboards*
*Gambling equipment for bingo paper, paddlewheels, pull-tabs,and tipboards must be obtained from a distributor
licensed by the Minnesota Gambling Control Board. EXCEPTION: Bingo hard cards and bingo number selection devices
may be borrowed from another organization authorized to conduct binga
To find a licensed distributor, go to www,gcb.state,mn.us and click on Dist�ibutors under
the WH03 WHO?LIST OF LICENSEES, or call 651-639-4000.
LG220 Application for Exempt Permit ���s Page 2 of 2
LOCAL UNIT OF GOVERNNIENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT
CITY APPROVAL COUNTY APPROVAL
for a gambling premises for a gambling premises
located within city limits located in a township
The application is acknowledged with no waiting period. The application is acknowledged with no waiting period.
_ he application is acknowledged with a 30 day waitin9 The application is acknowledged with a 30 day waiting
period,and atlows the Board to issue a permit after 30 days period,and allows the Board to issue a permit after 30
[60 days for a lst class city]. days.
_The application is denied. The application is denied.
Print city name ������1 V�����'� Print county name
Signature of city personnel Signature of county personnel
Title L Date� � ^ Title Date
TOWNSHIP.If required by the county.
On behalf of the township,I acknowledge that the organization
is applying for exempted gambling activity within the township
limits.
[A township has no statutory authority to approve or deny
an application, per Minnesota Statutes 349.166.]
Print township name
Signature of township officer
Title Date
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER'S SIGNATURE
The information provided in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that the financial
report will be completed and returned to the Board within.30 days of the event date.
Chief executive officer's signature Date
Print name Stephanie J. Smith
REQUIREMENT�
Complete a separate application for: Financial report and recordkeeping required
• all gambling conducted on two or more consecutive days, or A financial report form and instructions will be sent with your
• all gambling conducted on one day. permit,or use the online fill-in form available at
Only one application is required if one or more raffle drawings www.gcb.state.mn.us.
are conducted on the same day Within 30 days of the event date,complete and return
Send application with: the financial report form to the Gambling Control Board.
_a copy of your proof of nonprofit status,and Questions?
_application fee (non refundable). Make check payable to Cali the Licensing Section of the Gambling Control Board
State of Minnesota." at 651-639-4000.
TO• Gambling Control Board This form will be made available in aiternative format(i.e.large print,Braille)
. 1711 West County Road B, Suite 300 South upon request.
Roseville, MN 55113
Data privacy notice: The information requested on this All other information provided will be pri- General; Commissioners of Administretion,
form(and any attachments)will be used by the Gambling vate data about your organization until the Minnesota Management&Budget,and
Control Board (Board)to determine your organization's Board issues the permit. When the Board Revenue; Legislative Auditor,national and
qualifications to be involved in lawful gambling activities in issues the permit,all information provided international gamblin9 regulatory agencies;
Minnesota. Your organization has the right to refuse to will become public. If the Board does not anyone pursuant to court order;other indi-
supply the information; however,if your organization issue a permit,all information provided viduals and agencies specifically authorized
refuses to supply this information,the Board may not be remains private,with the exception of your by state or federel law to have access to
abie to determine your or9anization's qualifications and, organization's name and address which will the information; individuals and agencies
as a consequence,may refuse to issue a permit. If your remain public. Private data about your for which law or legal order authorizes a
organization supplies the information requested,the Board organization are available to: Board mem- new use or sharinq of information after this
will be able to process the application. Your organization's bers,Board staff whose work requires notice was given;and anyone with your
name and address will be public information when received access to the information; Minnesota's written consent.
by the Board. Department of Public Safety;Attorney
MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING 1/13 Page 1 of 2
LG220 Application for Exempt Permlt
An exempt permit may be issued to a nonprofit organization that: App�lCclt1011 f@@ (non refundable)
-conducts lawful gambling on five or fewer days, and
-awards less than $50,000 in prizes during a calendar year. If application is postmarked or received 30 days or
If total prize value for the year will be$1,500 or less,contact the licensing more before the event$50; otherwise$100.
specialist assigned to your county.
ORGANIZATION INFdRMATION
Organization name Previous gambling permit number
School of Engineering and Arts PTA X-93132
Minnesota tax ID number, if any Federal employer ID number(FEIN), if any
2707914 46-0766126
Type of nonprofit organization. Check one.
�Fraternal �Religious �Veterans �Other nonprofit organization
Mailing address City State Zip code County
1751 Kelly Drive Golden Valley MN 55427 Henne in
Name of chief executive officer[CEO] Daytime phone number E-maii address
Stephanie J. Smith (612) 834-8340 seaptafundraising@gmail.coro
NONPROFIT STATUS
Attach a copy of ONE of the following for proof of nonprofit status.
�Nonprofit Articles of Incorporation OR a current Certificate of Good Standing.
Don't have a copy? This certificate must be obtained each year from:
Secretary of State, Business Services Div., 60 Empire Drive, Suite 100,St. Paul, MN 55103
Phone: 651-296-2803
„a IRS income tax exemption [501(c)] letter in your organization's name.
Don't have a copy? To obtain a copy of your federal income tax exempt letter, have an organization officer contact
the IRS at 877-829-5500.
,�IRS-Affiliate of national,statewide,or international parent nonprofit organization [charter]
If your organization falls under a parent organization, attach copies of both of the following:
a. IRS letter showing your parent organization is a nonprofit 501(c) organization with a group ruling, and
b. the charter or letter from your parent organization recognizing your organization as a subordinate.
GAMBLING �REMISES INFORMATION
Name of premises where the gambling event will be conducted. For raffles, list the site where the drawing will take place.
School of Engineering and Arts
Address [do not use PO box] City or township Zip code County
1751 Kelly Drive Golden Valley 55427 Henne in
Date[s] of activity. For raffles, indicate the date of the drawing.
Friday, May 16, 2014
Check each type of ambling activity that your organization will conduct.
�Bingo* �Raffle �Paddlewheels* �Pull-tabs* Tipboards*
�
*Gambling equipment for bingo paper, paddlewheels, pull-tabs,and tipboards must be obtained from a distributor
licensed by the Minnesota Gambling Control Board. EXCEPTION: Bingo hard cards and bingo number selection devices
may be borrowed from another organization authorized to conduct bingo.
To find a licensed distributor, go to www.gcb.state.mn.us and click on Distributors under
the WHD'S WHO?LZST OF LICENSEES, or call 651-639-4000.
LG220 Application for Exempt Permit 1/13 Page 2 of 2
LOCAL UNIT OF GO�/ERNMENT ACKN0INLEDGMENT
CITY APPROVAL COUNTY APPROVAL
for a gambling premises for a gambling premises
located within city limits located in a township
The application is acknowledged with no waiting period. The application is acknowledged with no waiting period.
The application is acknowledged with a 30 day waiting The application is acknowledged with a 30 day waiting
period,and allows the Board to issue a permit after 30 days period,and allows the Board to issue a permit after 30
[60 days for a lst class city]. days.
_The application is denied. 1 The application is denied.
Print city name _ �O6L�G�n ���``'a-'% Print county name
Signature of city personne " Signature of county personnel
Title Date 1 � � � Title Date
TOWNSHIP.If required by the county.
On behalf of the township, I acknowledge that the organization
is applying for exempted gambling activity within the township
limits.
[A township has no statutory authority to approve or deny
an application, per Minnesota Statutes 349.166.]
Print township name
Signature of township officer
Title Date
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER'S SIGNATURE
The information provided in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that the financial
report will be completed and returned the Board within 30 days of the event date.
Chief executive officer's signature Date �
Print name Stephanie J. Smith
REQU�REMENTS
Complete a separate appiication for: Financial report and recordkeeping required
• all gambling conducted on two or more consecutive days,or A financial report form and instructions will be sent with your
• all gambling conducted on one day. permit,or use the online fill-in form available at
Only one application is required if one or more raffle drawings �^'�^'�^'•9cb.state.mn.us.
are conducted on the same day Within 30 days of the event date,complete and return
Send application with: the financial report form to the Gambling Control Board.
_a copy of your proof of nonprofit status, and Questions?
_application fee (non refundable). Make check payable to Ca�l the Licensing Section of the Gambling Control Board
State of Minnesota." at 651-639-4000.
To: Gambling Contr0l Board This form will be made available in alternative format(i.e.large print,Braille)
1711 West County Road B, Suite 300 South upon request.
Roseville, MN 55113
Data privacy notice: The information requested on this All other information provided will be pri- General; Commissioners of Administration,
form(and any attachments)will be used by the Gambling vate data about your organization until the Minnesota Management&Budget,and
Control Board(Board)to determine your organization's Board issues the permit. When the Board Revenue; Legislative Auditor,national and
qualifications to be involved in lawful gambling activities in issues the permit,all information provided international gambling regulatory agencies;
Minnesota. Your organization has the right to refuse to will become public. If the Board does not anyone pursuant to court order;other indi-
supply the information; however,if your organization issue a permit,all information provided viduals and agencies specifically authorized
refuses to supply this information,the Board may not be remains private,with the exception of your by state or federal law to have access to
able to determine your organization's qualifications and, organization's name and address which will the information; individuals and agencies
as a consequence,may refuse to issue a permit. If your remain public. Private data about your for which law or legal order authorizes a
organization supplies the information requested,the Board organization are available to: Board mem- new use or sharin9 of information after this
will be able to process the application. Your organization's bers,Board staff whose work requires notice was given;and anyone with your
name and address will be public information when received access to the information; Minnesota's written consent.
by the Board. Department of Public Safety;Attorney
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763-593-80791763-593-8098(fax}
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. C. 3. 3.2 Liquor License - Davanni's, Inc. d/b/a Davanni's Pizza & Hot Hoagies
Prepared By
Stacy A. Carlson, Chief of Police
Summary
Davanni's, Inc. d/b/a Davanni's Pizza & Hot Hoagies has submitted a new application for a 3.2
liquor license due to a change in ownership. Davanni's, Inc. d/b/a Davanni's Pizza & Hot Hoagies
is owned by Gladstone Stenson, Kristine Silva and Katherine Stenson.
The City Attorney has reviewed the application, and has found the application documents are in
order and complete. The applicant meets all State and City requirements for consideration of the
issuance of a 3.2 Liquor License.
Recommended Action
Motion to approve the issuance of a 3.2 Liquor License to Davanni's, Inc d/b/a Davanni's Pizza &
Hot Hoagies, 663 Winnetka Avenue North.
Regular Meeting of the
Golden Valley Planning Commission
November 18, 2013
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held at the Golden Valley City Hall,
Council Chambers, 7800 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, Minnesota, on Monday,
November 18, 2013. Chair Kluchka called the meeting to order at 7 pm.
Those present were Planning Commissioners Baker, Cera, Kluchka, McCarty, and
Segelbaum. Also present was Community Development Director Mark Grimes, City
Engineer Jeff Oliver and Administrative Assistant Lisa Wittman. Commissioners
Boudreau-Landis and Waldhauser were absent.
1. Approval of Minutes
October 14, 2013 Regular Planning Commission Meeting
McCarty referred to the second sentence on Page 10 and stated that the word "run"
should be changed to the word "ruin."
MOVED by McCarty, seconded by Segelbaum and motion carried unanimously to
apprave the October 14, 2013 minutes with the above noted correction.
2. Informal Public Hearing — Final Plan Review— Planned Unit Development
(PUD) #113 — The Xenia
Applicant: Slosburg Company
Address: 700 & 800 Xenia Avenue South
Purpose: To construct a 5-story, 372-unit market rate apartment building.
Grimes stated that this proposal is the Final Plan review phase of the applicant's PUD
proposal. He explained that the proposed PUD would allow for the construction of a
372-unit apartment building located at the vacant, northwest corner of the Golden Hills
Drive and Xenia Avenue South intersection. He noted that this is the last site in the
Golden Hills District to be developed.
Grimes referred to the site plan drawings and stated that there have not been any
significant changes from the Preliminary PUD plans. He noted that the applicant has
changed the fa�ade of the parking ramp to include more articulation per the Planning
Commission's discussion during the Preliminary Plan review.
Grimes explained that the applicant plans to begin construction of the parking ramp in
the spring of 2014, with the first units opening in mid-2015 and full completion by early
2016.
Minutes of the Golden Valley Planning Commission
November 18, 2013
Page 2
Kluchka asked about the City Council's discussion when they approved the Preliminary
Plans and asked what was added or changed to the proposal since the Planning
Commission's last review. Grimes stated that the Council did not add any additional
conditions to their approval and that the only significant change was the articulation of
the parking ramp wall. Kluchka asked if the parking ramp wall really articulates or if
horizontal and vertical design elements are just making it look articulated. Grimes stated
that the applicant has brought interest to that fa�ade and that there will be vertical
columns that break up the look of the long parking ramp wall.
Jerry Kavan, Slosbug Company, Applicant, said he hopes the Final Plan narrative and
drawings have addressed the Planning Commission's concerns from their Preliminary
Plan review. He referred to a drawing of the proposed parking garage and explained
that the vertical columns will protrude out from the wall. He added that it is difficult to
support a parking ramp with walls that have a lot of articulation. He added that several
trees have been added along the west elevation as well to enhance the look of the
parking ramp.
Kluchka noted that the landscaping plans and the drawings aren't the same in regard to
the trees along the west elevation. Kavan stated that the landscape plan will be
modified to correspond with the drawings before City Council review.
Kluchka opened the public hearing.
Steve Schmidgall, 6534 Olympia Street, said he understands that the light-colored
material shown on the drawings is EFIS. He was under the impression that it was cast
concrete or stone. He noted that the Zoning Code states that a certain percentage of a
building in this zoning district needs to be limestone and he is concerned about the
amount of EFIS being used and the fact that it goes all the way to the ground which isn't
ideal for snow removal. He said brick may be a better choice because it is important to
keep EFIS away from grade so it isn't damaged. He stated that EFIS can look nice, but
it can also look kind of cheap and he hopes the City gets a nice looking product.
Juanita Lussenhop, 6051 Laurel Avenue #202, said she is concerned because she
hasn't heard anything about this proposal other than rumors that it will be really tall and
really busy. She said she wishes that she had more input or knowledge about what is
going on and that her main concern is traffic. She added that the proposed new building
will be better than what was there previously.
Seeing and hearing no one else wishing to comment, Kluchka closed the public hearing.
Kluchka asked Grimes to explain the requirement regarding the use of limestone.
Grimes stated that the I-394 Mixed Use zoning district has guidelines that developers
are asked to follow. He stated that this proposal is a PUD so the City can vary from the
requirements in the Zoning Code and added that this applicant is an experienced
developer who knows what will work and what will be feasible economically. He noted
that the I-394 Mixed Use zoning district also states that there are other ways to achieve
Minutes of the Golden Valley Planning Commission
November 18, 2013
Page 3
the development desing standards. Kluchka said he would like the applicant to list all of
the requirements in the I-394 Mixed Use zoning district that aren't being met and why.
Kavan showed the Commissioners a photo of a property they own in Dallas. He pointed
out that the fa�ade on that building is EIFS that was made to look like stone. He
explained that the newer type of EIFS is very durable and much different than older
types of EIFS. He further explained that EIFS can be patched if damaged and doesn't
have to be replaced like stone so he feels it is a good selection for this type of project.
He stated that there is no such thing as "Kasota limestone" as referred to in the Zoning
Code because it has been bought out so it would be difficult to comply with that
requirement of the Zoning Code. He stated that Slosburg owns their properties long-
term and that they also don't want to use a product that lasts only a couple of years.
Oliver stated that the Golden Hills Drive and Xenia intersection has been a big concern
for a long time and has been studied extensively. He explained that the proposed
residential use is significantly better in regard to traffic than an office use would be. He
discussed the number of trips and the service level of the intersections in the area and
stated that approximately 75% of the trips would utilize the access on Laurei.
Segelbaum stated that having opposite entrances on the building is also helping to
avoid conflict as well. Oliver agreed. Kluchka asked Oliver if he knows how many cars
go through that intersection. Oliver said no and explained that there are a number of
factors that go into figuring out capacity issues.
Grimes stated that pedestrian connections will be enhanced as well. Kluchka asked if
there are sidewalk plans available. Oliver stated that the sidewalk plans are very
conceptual at this point.
Cera asked if there has been any discussion about additional access over I-394. Oliver
said there have been discussions with MnDOT. Baker asked about potential solutions
regarding access over 1-394. Oliver stated that staff is in the very preliminary stage of
discussions with MnDOT and that the solution would most likely be an expansion of the
pedestrian bridge which is very expensive. Grimes added that the next Comprehensive
Plan update will also address this issue.
Kluchka referred to the resident concern regarding not receiving any communication
and asked about communication planning. Grimes explained that there have been finro
Preliminary Plan hearings with mailed notices to property owners within 500 feet, there
has been notice published in the newspaper and that the applicant had a neighborhood
meeting. Baker asked if there are standards regarding notification that the City has to
follow. Grimes said yes and explained that the requirement is that hearing notices have
to be sent to property owners within 350 feet of a proposal, but that the City sends
notices to properties within 500 feet. Kluchka asked if there might be a way to do
additional communication to the Laurel Hills condominiums. He suggested asking the
applicant to provide a communication plan to the condominiums. Grimes stated that
newsletters have been done by developers on past projects. Segelbaum asked, other
than the City's public hearing notices, how people can get information on proposals.
Minutes of the Golden Valley Planning Commission
November 18, 2013
Page 4
Kluchka said they can look on the City's web site and they can also come in to City Hall
for information. He said he thinks that the developer should take ownership of
communication during construction. Kavan said they could do a newsletter and email it
to people who sign up to receive it. Kluchka asked the Commissioners if they would like
to make that a condition of approval. McCarty suggested that the City could provide a
link on its web site to the applicant's web site. Baker stated that it might be a good time
for the City to take a look at the standards on how we communicate. Segelbaum said he
doesn't think a communication plan needs to be added as a condition of approval and
he thinks the developer is working hard to communicate with residents.
Kluchka asked the Commissioners if they would like to add a condition of approval
regarding the type of EFIS product to be used. Segelbaum stated that instead of a
condition regarding EFIS maybe the developer could put together a table showing how
and why they are deviating from certain areas of the Zoning Code. McCarty said he
doesn't think there needs to be a table created or a condition regarding EFIS because
the minutes will reflect the discussion. Grimes suggested reviewing the specific design
standards in the I-394 Mixed Use zoning district.
MOVED by Segelbaum, seconded by Cera and motion carried unanimously to
recommend approval of the of the Final Plan for PUD #113, The Xenia subject to the
following conditions and findings:
Conditions
1. The Final Plan packet submitted by Slosburg Company and received by the City and
date stamped October 18, 2013 shall become a part of this approval. These plans
include architectural and engineering details.
2. The recommendations and requirements outlined in the memo from Deputy Fire Chief
John Crelly to Mark Grimes, Community Development Director dated August 20,
2013, shall become part of this approval.
3. The recommendations and requirements outlined in the memo from City Engineer Jeff
Oliver to Mark Grimes, Community Development Director, dated November 13, 2013,
shall become a part of this approval.
4. The applicant is assessed a Traffic Management Fee of$57,809.40 per City Code.
Payment of half of the fee ($28,904.70) is required prior to approval of the Final PUD
Plan. (The remaining half of the fee is required to be paid prior to the issuance of a
Building Permit.)
5. No storage of snow shall be allowed on the site.
6. The applicant is assessed a Park Dedication fee of$38,200 per City Code. Payment is
required prior to the City Council's approval of the Final Plat.
7. The Plat name shall include "PUD No. 113" in its title.
8. All signs on the property shall meet the requirements of the City's Sign Code.
9. This approval is subject to all other state, federal, and local ordinances, regulations, or
laws with authority over this development.
Minutes of the Golden Valley Planning Commission
November 18, 2013
Page 5
Findin s
1. 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. 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. The PUD plan includes efficient and effective use (which includes preservation) of
the land.
4. The PUD Plan results in development compatible with adjacent uses and is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and redevelopment plans and goals.
5. The PUD plan is consistent with preserving and improving the general health, safety
and general welfare of the people of the City.
6. The PUD plan meets the PUD Intent and Purpose provision and all other PUD
ordinance provisions.
3. Informal Public Hearing — Minor Subdivision —4824 Triton Drive -A.K.A.R.E.
Companies LLC, Applicant
Applicant: A.K.A.R.E. Companies LLC
Address: 4824 Triton Drive
Purpose: To reconfigure the existing one single family residential lot into two new
single family residential lots
Grimes explained the applicant's request to subdivide the lot directly east of his recently
approved PUD at 4900 Triton Drive. He referred to a site plan of the property and explained
that Lot 5 in PUD #109 is not a part of this subdivision proposal as it was shown on the
plans submitted by the applicant. The current subdivision proposal includes only the
property at 4824 Triton Qrive and that the current proposal is to subdivide that lot into two
new lots. He added that the Council will also be reviewing a Minor PUD amendment for
PUD #109 that will reconfigure the south lot line of Lot 5 and remove the existing Outlot A,
however, Lot 5 will remain a part of PUD #109.
Kluchka asked if Outlot A will be absorbed into this proposed subdivision. Grimes said yes.
McCarty asked if reconfiguring the property line between Lot 5 in PUD #109 and the 4824
Triton Drive property is making the new lots conform to the subdivision requirements.
Grimes said no and explained that reconfiguring the property line on Lot 5 just makes that
lot function better.
Rob Eldridge, Applicant, said it was always his intent to develop this property but the
owners didn't want to sell at the time he developed PUD #109 at 4900 Triton Drive. He
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November 18, 2013
Page 6
added that reconfiguring the property line on Lot 5 will give that property a better front yard
and will allow more trees to be saved.
Segelbaum asked Eldridge if he owns the property at 4824 Triton Drive. Eldridge said yes.
Segelbaum asked Eldridge how the construction has gone thus far. Eldridge said he hasn't
talked to any of the neighbors directly. He stated that one lot is sold and he is planning to
build a model home on another lot. He added that the weather in the spring really hurt their
construction plans.
Kluchka opened the public hearing.
Peter Lenagh, 4920 Normandy Place, said his main concern is that it has taken a year to
sell and build one house so he is looking at seven more years of construction. He said he
thinks Mr. Eldridge has gotten in over his head. He said it bothers him to see what's been
done to the land. They've cut down large oaks and maples and more will have to be cut
down. He said he fears for a heavy rain because there is a 40 to 45 degree slope and it is
going to be a nightmare to live through this for another seven years. He said that the
proposed new homes will cost $700,000 when most other homes in the area are only worth
$200,000 to $300,000 and this will change the whole dynamic of the neighborhood. He said
it seems like the City has gotten into bed with the developer in hopes of making tax revenue
when in reality this is just ruining the fabric of the neighborhood.
Jack Terrio, 3139 Orchard Avenue North, said the developer stated that the first house built
(in PUD #109) would be a single story house and it is not. He said he is looking at a pile of
dirt and questioned why the concrete wall that was supposed to go up hasn't. He asked if
anyone knows what kind of soils are in this development. He said he would have no
concern over this current request if the developer had all of the other houses done and then
wanted two more. He said if the developer had done his original plan, the first house would
have blended in and that none of this makes sense and he is tired of it. He asked if he sold
his house today if he would have to have his well capped and his water tested. He said the
City seems to have a different set of rules for this developer and that this was not supposed
to cost the taxpayers any money. He asked why it took so long to build the cul-de-sac that
was just completed two weeks ago and what kind of deal was made on the installation of
the cul-de-sac because the people who dug the cul-de-sac weren't the same people who
paved it. He asked if he could do the same thing and if the developer was billed for the
work. He stated that the developer should get his act together with the five properties he
has now and then come back with a proposal for this property.
Seeing and hearing no one else wishing to comment, Kluchka closed the public hearing.
Segelbaum asked about construction timing issues and rules related to that. He also asked
if piles of dirt can be left indefinitely. Grimes explained that the homes Mr. Eldridge is
building are custom homes so they won't be built until there is a buyer. He stated that there
, are requirements regarding erosion control and tree preservation He agreed that it is
unfortunate that it is taking a while to construct these homes but it has been dependent on
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the market. He added that once a building permit is issued there has to be progress made,
but there is not a timeline applicants are required to follow. Segelbaum asked if Mr. Eldridge
is in violation of any requirements. Grimes said no.
Kluchka asked for clarification regarding the construction of the cul-de-sac. Oliver stated
that the cul-de-sac was originally going to be private, however that was changed and the
City built it as a public street with 100% of the cost assessed to the developer. He added
that the wet spring did cause a significant delay in the construction.
Kluchka asked about the requirements for neighborhood graund water testing. Oliver said
he is not aware of any specific requirements regarding groundwater.
Segelbaum stated that this subdivision proposal was somewhat expected and he is pleased
to see it go forward. He said this proposal will make the PUD properties next to it more
attractive because there won't be strange-shaped lots and outlots which should improve the
chances of the houses being built faster.
MOVED by Segelbaum, seconded by Cera and motion carried unanimously to recommend
approval of a Minor Subdivision at 4824 Triton Drive to allow the existing one single family
residential lot to be reconfigured into two new single family residential lots 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. A park dedication fee in the amount of$880 shall be paid prior to final plat approval.
3. A Subdivision Agreement will be drafted for review and approval by the City Council
that will include issues found in the City Engineer's memo dated November 13,
2013.
4. The recommendations and requirements outlined in the memo from City Engineer
Jeff Oliver to Mark Grimes, Community Development Director dated November 13,
2013 shall become a part of this approval.
5. Approval is contingent on the approval by the City Council of a Minor PUD
Amendment for Eldridge 3�d Addition PUD No. 109 which adds Outlot A from PUD
No. 109 to Eldridge 7th Addition and allow a portion of the north part of the 4824
Triton Dr. parce! (about �,200 sq. ft.) to be added to Lot 5, Eldridge 3�d Addition PUD
No. 109.
6. The developer shall amend proposed Eldridge 7'" Addition to reflect the changes
proposed by the Planning staff. This amendment keeps Lot 5, Eldridge 3�d Addition
PUD No. 109 within the PUD. Eldridge 7th Addition will only be a two lot subdivision
comprising the 4824 Triton Dr. parcel and Outlot A of Eldridge 3�d Addition PUD No.
109. This amendment shall be made prior to review of the minor subdivision of
Eldridge 7t" Addition by the City Council.
7. All applicable City permits must be obtained prior to the development of the new lots.
8. This approval is subject to all other state, federal, and local ordinances, regulations,
or laws with authority over this development.
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4. Reports on Meetings of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, City
Council, Board of Zoning Appeals and other Meetings
Grimes stated that the next Bottineau LRT Planning Advisory Committee meeting will be
on December 5, 2013.
5. Other Business
• Council Liaison Report
Council Member Schmidgall stated that the City Council has discussed the possibility of
planning further into the future with the next Comprehensive Plan update. He said he
envisions the Planning Commission having a lead role in the process and that he would
like to plan ahead 25 to 50 years in the future. He stated that he would like to consider
several ideas including: areas that have development potentiai, discussions regarding
"right size" lots and lots that have the potential to be subdivided, making Hennepin
County roads more pedestrian friendly and ways to knit the areas north and south of
Highway 55 together, and the connection befinreen the Bottineau LRT stations and the
downtown area. Grimes added that the Metropolitan Council is also looking further
ahead in their planning. The Commissioners agreed that planning further ahead in the
Comprehensive Plan is a good idea.
6. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:18 pm.
Charles D. Segelbaum, Secretary
Golden Valley Human Services Fund (GVHSF) Meeting
Minutes
November 11, 2013
Present: Amy Clements, Hilmer Erickson, Kathryn Frommer, Elissa Heilicher, Alan Ingber,
Carolyn Kaehr, Craig McDaniels, Connie Sandler, Peggy Watkins and Andrew Wold. Also
present: Jeanne Fackler, Staff Liaison.
Not Attending: Toots Vodovoz.
Cal1 to Order: Sandler called the meeting to order at 6:45 p.m.
Agenda Changes or Additions: No additions or changes to the agenda.
Qctober 14 minutes: Erickson moved and Ingber seconded the motion to approve the
minutes from October 14 with corrections. The motion passed unanimously.
2014 Funding Allocations:
Members discussed the requests for funding and made the following recommendation to
approve the following allocations as designated:
Agency Request Amount
Community Mediation $3,000 $2,500
Crisis Nursery $10,000 $3,000
Dinner At Your poor $8,000 $7,500
Canvas Health/Crisis Connection $2,500 $2,000
PRISM $10,000 $10,000
Senior Services HOME $5,000 $5,000
Senior Services Outreach $3,500 $3,500
The Bridge for Youth $5,000 $3,500
TreeHouse $5,000 $3,500
TOTAL $52,000 $40,500
Community Mediation: Funds to be used for program support for Golden Valley
residents/businesses.
Canvas Health/Crisis Connection: Funds to be used to continue phone support.
Crisis Nursery: Funds to be used to provide support and care to families in crisis.
DinnerAt Yourpoor. Funds to be used to supplement clients unable to afford delivery and
subsidize meals costs.
PR/SM: Funds to be used to provide emergency and support services for Golden Valley
residents.
Senior Community Services HOME: Funds to be used to fund the sliding fee scale to assist
low-income Golden Valley seniors.
Senior Community Services Outreach: Funds to be used for in-home service coordination
(case management) and counseling to Golden Valley residents.
TreeHouse: Funds to be used to offset the cost of transporting teens to the TreeHouse facility
in New Hope and St. Louis Park.
The Bridge for Youth: Funds to be used to cover the cost of cab fares for "Project Cab" for
Golden Valley residents.
Solicitation Letter: Sandler informed the members that the a memo from Dean Penk,
Community Foundation Chair, was sent stating "After considerable discussion the Board has
decided the Foundation will conduct its annual fundraising campaign this coming year
independent of the city of Golden Valley and the Golden Valley Human Services Fund. What
that means is we will emphasize the broad appeal of the Community Foundation to raise funds
to support activities, events and organizations focused on supporting people and building
community in Golden Valley." Fackler is working with Cheryl Weiler, Communications Director,
to prepare a letter. Sandler will approve and sign the letter. The letter will be taken to the post
office before Thanksgiving.
Run the Valley:
Run the Valley request: A request to offer a Kid's Fun Run was received. Fackler talked to city
staff about adding the event. Staff liked the idea and will support the addition. GVHSF
approved adding the event. The Fun Run will be a .2 mile run starting in the driving range
parking lot and running on Field Drive to the Brookview parking lot. Fees were set at $5 to
participate. All runners will receive a participation ribbon.
T-Shirt Contest: The annual T-shirt design contest will be held. Publicity about the contest will
be sent to the SunPost, e-mail blast and city newsletter. Deadline will be January 8.
Timing Company: Race Management has raised their rates for the event. Fackler received
approval to approach other timing companies as a cost-saving measure.
Other Business:
TCGMC: Sandler has been in contact with the director of the Chorus. The best date for Breck
School to host the event is March 14. The request was faxed to the Chorus director on
November 8. As soon as the Chorus Director verifies the date, publicity will start. Ticket prices
were discussed with a $25 general admission ticket and a $50 reserved seating with dessert
ticket. Clements found "eventbrite.com as a website to promote and sell tickets for the event.
Possible sponsors were discussed. Sven Sundgaard was suggested as a possible MC.
Sandler suggested the GVHSF apply for a grant from the Community Foundation to underwrite
the event. This will be done once the date and fees have been set.
Community Foundation Representative: GVHSF members felt that a representative is no
longer needed.
Council meeting: Sandler will be attending the December 3rd City Council meeting. At the
meeting, she gives an overview of the 2013 year and presents the 2014 funding
recommendations for Council approval. All GVHSF members are invited to attend the meeting.
Updated Roster.� The updated roster was distributed to members.
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Sandler reminded the members that the next meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 13.
Adjournment: Erickson moved to adjourn the meeting, Frommer seconded the motion. The
meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Connie Sandler, GVHSF Chair Jeanne Fackler, Staff Liaison
JOINT WATER COMMISSION MINUTES
Golden Valley - Crystal - New Hope
Meeting of November 6, 2013
The Golden Valley— Crystal — New Hope Joint Water Commission meeting was called to
order at 1:32 p.m. in the City of Golden Va11ey Council Conference Room.
Commissioners Present
Tom Burt, City Manager, Golden Valley
Kirk McDonald, City Manager, New Hope
Anne Norris, City Manager, Crystal
Staff Present
Tom Mathisen, City Engineer, Crystal
Randy Kloepper, Utilities Superintendent, Crystal
Bob Paschke, Director of Public Works, New Hope
Sue Virnig, Finance Director, Golden Valley
Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works, Golden Valley
Jeff Oliver, City Engineer, Golden Valley
Bert Tracy, Public Works Utility Manager, Galden Valley
Kelley Janes, Utilities Supervisor, Golden Valley
Mitch Hoeft, Utility Engineer, Golden Valley
Pat Schutrop, Administrative Assistant, Golden Valley
Others Present
Scott Harder, Environmental Financial Group, Inc.
Bernie Bullert, Director of Water Treatment and Distribution Services, City of Minneapolis
Glen Gerads, Assistant Director of Water Treatment and Distribution Services, City of
Minneapolis
Minutes of October 2, 2013 Meetinq
MOVED by Norris and seconded by McDonald to approve the minutes of the October 2,
2013 meeting as presented. Motion carried.
Amendment to Minneapolis Water Aqreement
The JWC engaged the services of Scott Harder, EFG, Inc., to work with the City of
Minneapolis on the water rate study. Minneapolis hired HDR to take a critical look at the
rate study process and what determined the costs to its customers. This current process
will result in 'more transparency, consistency, and demonstrates to Minneapolis customers
what they are paying for. Key areas addressed in the amendment include:
1. 2014 water rate will be $1.97/100 cubic feet. This amount is pending approval by the
Minneapolis City Council. �
2. A revised definition of"Minneapolis Inside City Residential Rate" was replaced in the
new amendment.
3. The interval schedule for cost of service studies will change from 5 years to 3 years.
2015 will be the next cost of service cycle affecting rates starting in 2017; in 2018,
affecting rates in 2020; and the last cycle will run to the end of the contract.
4. Both Minneapolis and the JWC are beginning to develop emergency backup
groundwater supply systems. Text was added to the amendment clarifying how the
groundwater supply costs will be identified and apportioned resulting in a more
equitable and transparent allocation of costs and assurance that the JWC will not be
paying for two systems. Bullert added drilling wells is 10 years out because the
Minneapolis City Council will not approve drilling right away.
5. The agreement reconfirms both parties will keep the service off peak as much as
possible. Peak hours are from 9 am to 9 pm. In the event Minneapolis has an
interruption of service, Minneapolis may ask the JWC to draw water from its
emergency backup supply during an emergency in Minneapolis. The emergency
would be a "true" emergency and not used to manage water quality issues such as
temperature or hardness control, etc.
MOVED by McDonald and seconded by Norris to direct the JWC Chair to approve the
amendment to the Minneapolis Water Purchase Agreement. Motion carried.
The commissioners will present to their city councils for information only.
Update on Emergency Backup Water Supply Plan
The work is focused on locating well sites, meeting with the Minnesota Department of
Health and talking to property owners regarding easements. As stated in the feasibility
study prepared by Barr Engineering Co., the estimated cost for the wells will be about $4.5
million. Request for proposals were distributed to five consultants and TAC requested
Bolton & Menk, Inc. be awarded the contract. An updated 80% design cost estimate will be
completed by November 25, but the three cities financial directors can use the $4.5 million
knowing that amount will change when the new cost comes in.
Burt added the JWC has a lot of projects that need to be completed and asked where the
wells will fit in the prioritization process (i.e., faulty pipe may be more important than drilling
the wells). Clancy added that looking at the County Road 9 project and what the JWC is
committed to, there is about one mile of the JWC 36-inch water transmission line from
Minneapolis that is programmed to be replaced at a 72.5% JWC/27.5% Hennepin County
cost share. The estimated total for JWC will be $1,260,733. The JWC has $1,300,000
budgeted which includes replacing the meter vault at York Avenue.
Discussion followed regarding the infrastructure and evaluating its integrity. Burt wants the
TAC to review the entire CIP and consider drilling the weiis in sections.
Bolton & Menk, Inc. submitted a professional services agreement in the amount of
$128,035. The work scope approach proposed is a two-phase approach. Phase I is the
design and bidding ($77,805) and Phase II is providing construction services ($50,230).
MOVED by Norris and seconded by McDonald to approve the professional services
agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. in the amount of$128,035. Motion carried.
The TAC will review and update the CIP to coordinate with the County Road 9 project,
drilling wells and the Crystal emergency generator. The TAC will report back to the JWC at
the December meeting an amended CIP.
Update on Crvstal Pump Station Emerqencv Generator and Costs
Crystal is continuing to work toward the purchase of a generator from Cat Ziegler. Xcel
Energy meter records indicates an 800 kW generator will be able to handle the three 300
ph pumps. The estimated cost is $500,000 and will be brought back to the Commission for
financing and approval at the December meeting.
Update on Crystal Reservoir Fill from Svstem Proiect
Crystal is looking at removing #5 pump and installing a butterfly valve that would allow
backfilling the Crystal reservoir during off hours through that pump column. The flows would
not affect the Golden Valley system. Total cost is about $15,000 to remove pump and
install the valve. The pump has been recently rebuilt and should not require a total rebuild.
Mathisen will be ordering some parts for the project after the first of the year.
Approve Leak Detection Studv of 36-Inch Pipeline as Part of County Road 9 Proiect
Pure Technologies submitted a budgetary proposal to provide an internal SmartBall
inspection for a lump sum cost of$53,300.
MOVED by Norris and seconded by McDonald to approve the proposal with Pure
Technologies to provide a pipeline inspection as part of the County Road 9 project in the
amount not to exceed $53,300. Motion carried.
Mathisen will prepare a contract document with Pure Technologies for the project.
System Evaluation Due to Pendinq Countv Road Proiects
Mathisen reported that he will not be getting back to Smart technology because it has some
limitations.
December 4, 2013 Tri-Citv Council Meetinq
The JWC decided to postpone the December 4 Tri-City Council meeting to allow the TAC
to meet and evaluate the CIP and for the three cities' finance directors to develop the
finance plan for the emergency backup water supply. The meeting will be rescheduled for
early January 2014. Clancy will contact Bonnie Morey, SEH, Inc., to see if she is available
to facilitate the meeting.
Other Business
The New Hope City Council approved the contract amount of$49,355 to Dave Perkins
Contracting, Inc. for the replacement of one 18-inch water valve at the intersection of
Boone and 54th avenues.
MOVED by Norris and seconded by Burt to approve the reimbursement amount of$49,355
to the City of New Hope for the repair of the 18-inch water valve at the intersection of
Boone and 54th avenues in the City of New Hope. Motion carried.
Next Meeting
The next scheduled meeting is December 4, 2013 at 1:30 pm.
Adiournment
Chair Burt adjourned the meeting at 3:12 p.m.
Thomas b. Burt, Chair
ATTEST:
Pat Schutrop, Recording Secretary
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Commissioners and Staff Present:
Crystal Commissioner Guy Mueller Robbinsdale Not represented
Golden Valley Commissioner Stacy Hoschka, St. Louis Park Commissioner Jim de Lambert,Vice
Treasurer Chair
Medicine Commissioner Clint Carlson
Lake Administrator Laura Jester,Keystone Waters LLC
Minneapolis Not represented Attorney Charlie LeFevere,Kennedy&Graven
Minnetonka Commissioner Jacob Millner, Engineer Karen Chandler,Barr Engineering Co.
Secretary
New Hope Alternate Commissioner Pat Recorder Amy Herbert
Crough
Plymouth Commissioner Ginny Black,Chair
Technical Advisory Committee(TAC)Members/Other Attendees Present:
Derek Asche,TAC,City of Plymouth Chris Long,TAC,City of New Hope
Jeannine Clancy, TAC,City of Golden Valley Linda Loomis, BCWMC Next Generation Plan Steering
Committee Chair
Perry Edman,TAC, City of St.Louis Park Tom Mathisen,TAC, City of Crystal
Joe Fox,TAC,City of Golden Valley Richard McCoy,TAC,City of Robbinsdale
Larry Founest,Golden Valley City Council Jeff Oliver,TAC,City of Golden Valley
Christopher Gise,Golden Valley Resident Erich Schroeder,Plymouth Resident
David Hanson,Alternate Commissioner,City of
Golden Valley David Stack,Friends of Bassett Creek,Minneapolis
Gary Holter,Mayor,City of Medicine Lake Liz Stout,TAC, City of Minnetonka
Ted Hoshal,Hoshal Advertising David Tobelmann,Alternate Commissioner,City of
Plymouth
Dorothy Jordan,Hedberg Maps(Minneapolis)
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L CALL TO QRDER AND RQLL CALL
On Wednesday,November 20,2013, at 8:32 a.m. in the Council Chambers at Golden Valley City Hall,Chair
Black called to order the meeting of the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission(BCWMC)and
asked for roll call to be taken. The cities of Golden Valley,Minneapolis,Minnetonka,New Hope,and
Robbinsdale were absent from the roll call.
2, CITIZEN FORUM ON NQN-AGENllA ITEMS '
[Alternate Commissioner David Hanson arrives.J
David Stack,resident of Minneapolis,requested on behalf of the Friends of Bassett Creek that a representative of
the BCWMC give a presentation in either the Harrison or Bryn Mawr neighborhoods about projects that will be
happening in Minneapolis from Highway 55 downstream to the tunnel. Chair Black recommended that the
BCWMC Administrator contact the BCWMC's Commissioner and Alternate Commissioner for Minneapolis to
have them get in touch with Mr. Stack about coordinating a presentation.
�Commissioners Stacy Hoschka, Jacob Millner, and Pat Crough arrive.J
3.A,GENDA
Commissioner Stacy Hoschka requested that agenda item SD—Approval of Resolution of Appreciation for
Services of Commissioner David Hanson—be moved ahead in the agenda to SA. Commissioner Millner moved to
approve the agenda as amended. Commissioner Millner seconded the motion. Upon a vote,the motion carried 7-0
[Cities of Minneapolis and Robbinsdale absent from vote].
4.CONSENT AGENDA,
Administrator Jester requested the addition of an invoice payment in the amount of$55.80 to the Minnesota
Bookstore for a December 2012 public hearing notice publication in the State Register. She also noted that she
had passed around a revised financial report reflecting the additional invoice.The Commission indicated approval
of the addition.Commissioner de Lambert moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Mueller
seconded the motion.Upon a vote,the motion carried 7-0 [Cities af Minneapolis and Robbinsdale absent from
vote). Mr.Mathisen thanked the Dispute Resolution Committee for all of the work it put into the process and in
developing the recommendations.
[The following items were approved as part of the Consent Agenda: the Octaber 17,2013, BCWMC meeting
minutes,the October 17,2013, BCWMC Workshop minutes,the monthly financial report,payment ofthe
invoices,Approval of the Reimbursement Request from the City of Minneapolis for the Main Stem Project,
Approval of the Reimbursement Request from the City of Golden Valley for the Sweeney Lake Outlet Project,
Approval of the Reimbursement Request from the City of Golden Valley for the Wirth Lake Outlet Project,
Approval of the Reimbursement Request from the City of Crystal for the North Branch Erosion Control Project,
Approval of the Dispute Resolution Committee Recommendations,and the Setting of the December meeting of
the BCWMC's Executive Committee.]
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The general and construction account balances reported in the Financial Report prepared for the November 20,
2013,meeting are as follows:
Checking Account Balance $519,081.91
TOTAL GENERAL FUND BALANCE $519,081.91
TOTAL CASH&INVESTMENTS ON- $2,275,120.37
HAND (1 U13/13)
CIP Projects Levied—Budget Remaining ($3,012,765.67)
Closed Projects Remaining Balance ($737,64530)
2013 Anticipated Tax Levy Revenue $494,829.94
Anticipated Closed Project Balance $652,184.64
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approval of Resolution of Appreciation for Services of Commissioner David Hanson
Chair Black introduced Resolution 13-07 -A Resolution of Appreciation for Services of David Hanson to the
Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission,and she read the resolution aloud. Commissioner
Hoschka moved to adopt Resolution 13-07.Commissioner Carlson seconded the motion. Commission,TAC,
and Staff inembers as well as members of the public expressed remarks of appreciation for the contributions
that David Hanson has made to the BCWMC. Upon a vote,the motion carried 7-0 [Cities of Minneapolis and
Robbinsdale absent from vote].
B. Consider Proposal for Development of Watershed Map.
Ted Hoshal of Hoshal Advertising introduced Dorothy Jordan of Hedberg Maps.He provided a summary of
the discussions he had with the BCWMC's Education Committee,and he outlined the proposed project
including cost,deliverables, and timeline.Administrator Jester added details on the meetings of the Education
Committee,the funds that the Commission has available for a map project,and noted that this project is
included in the Commission's 2011 Education and Outreach Plan. She noted that the Education Committee
discussed the possibility of finding a corporate sponsor.
Commissioners de Lambert and Hoschka spoke in favor of the BCWMC undertaking the map project,
indicating it had been planned for some time but there had been no action. There was discussion about the
final map product,companion components to the map like a large map for the BCWMC education display,a
possible separate project of making an online interactive map, and when the map would be completed. Chair
Black commented that it seems like the Commission is in favor of the project and just needs to work out the
details of the project.
Commissioner Carlson asked for further information on where the project funding would come from out of
the Commission's budget.Chair Black said that it would come out of the Education budget. Administrator
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Jester replied that the cost would come out of the Education and Public Outreach budget item. She noted that
if cost of the project exceeds what the Commission has budgeted for the project,the Commission would need
to discuss its options such as being over-budget in 2014 for that line item,using fund balance to cover the
overage, or taking budget from another line item. She said that it is possible that the project costs will exceed
the budgeted amount by a few thousand dollars,up to$6,000. There was discussion of the budget for the
project and about how the Commission's operating budget and CIP projects are funded.
Commissioner Mueller moved to authorize staff to work out the final details,to add a component to produce a
large laminated map, and to negotiate the agreement with Hoshal and Hedberg Maps and bring it back in front
of the Commission or the Executive Committee. Commissioner de Lambert seconded the motion. He noted
that he is in favor of expediting this project, and if it is possible he would like the Executive Committee to
take action on it at the Committee's December meeting. Upon a vote,the motion on the table carried 7-0
[Cities of Minneapolis and Robbinsdale absent from vote].
The Commission discussed its meeting for December and whether it would hold an Executive Committee
meeting and a Special Meeting. Attorney LeFevere offered comments on each Type of ineeting and the public
notice requirements.He said that he will work with staff on the meeting notices.
C. TAC(Technical Advisory Committee)Recommendations
i. Memo from November 7,2013,TAC Meeting
a. Possible 2016—2020 CIP Projects
Mr.Asche reminded the group that the CIP process begins in November or December each
year and then in the following April the Commission approves the CIP program. He stated
that the Commission is beginning its CIP process for the 2016-2020 CIP.Mr.Asche
reminded the Commission and the TAC that now is the time for Commissioners and TAC
members to be discussing with each other and their cities possible future CIP projects. He
said that no decisions were made at the past TAC meeting abaut the 2016-2020 CIP,but the
TAC will be discussing it at the January 2014 TAC meeting.
b. CIP Selection Criteria
Mr.Asche reported that the TAC received some guidance from the Plan Steering Committee
with regard to possible project characteristics that should be included when CIP projects are
being reviewed and prioritized. He explained that the purpose of this selection and
prioritization process is to have a system in place for when there may be more projects than
funds available;the process would provide a way to prioritize projects. He commented that
the TAC agreed with the recommendations that came from the Plan Steering Committee and
the TAC added a couple of items,all of which are listed in the TAC memo.
Administrator Jester reiterated that the list in the TAC memo is not yet a final or complete list
and the Plan Steering Committee has had a lot of good discussion about the items and will
discuss it again at its next meeting. Mr.Asche added that the TAC has offered to assist with
developing the weighting criteria if requested.
c.Redefined Trunk System
Mr.Asche explained that the TAC briefly discussed the trunk system. He said that the
Commission's current watershed management plan defines the trunk system and in the past
there has been some prioritization of projects in favar of those that were part of the trunk
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system.Mr.Asche expressed that in the end,there was no recommendation for changing the
definition of the trunk system.
d. Maintenance of Flood Control Projects
Mr.Asche told the Commission that there was extended discussion by the TAC on this topic.
He explained that as the characteristics of the watershed and the approach of the watershed
have changed from just flood control to water quality and as projects have been done across
the watershed,yuestions have arisen over which entities are responsible for particular
activities,like inspections and maintenance.He reported that the TAC suggests more research
be done to locate and understand documents and agreements with regards to the Flood
Control Project.
Mr.Asche reported that TAC member Joe Fox has agreed to take on the role of TAC Chair.
ii. Memo with Summary of XP-SWMM Model and Recommendations(additional technical memo
available online)
Mr.Asche provided a brief overview of the purposes of the XP-SWMM model and the P8 model. He
described ways that the current XP-SWMM model could be refined and what types of additional
detail could be added.Mr.Asche explained that the current model could be used for general
assumptions whereas by refining the model and adding detail to it,the model would provide more
absolute-type data,which would be a better tool for decision making. Chair Black clarified that the
proposed cost is$246,000.There was discussion of the model and uses of it at different levels of
detail.
Mr.Asche noted that the updating of the model is work that could be pieced together over time as
budget allows. Mr.Asche added that the Commission has a consultant pool and could request
proposals for the work,but he doesn't know if the Commission would see any differences.He noted
that most watersheds have the kind of information that would be provided by updating the XP-
SWMM model,and he said that the information is extremely valuable and the TAC supports it in
whichever way that the Commission wants to proceed.
There was a discussion of Atlas 14 and flood elevations as well as ways that the model would be
updated and budget line items that could be used to fund the XP-SWMM update work. Commissioner
Carlson asked if the Phase 2 XP-S WMM work was included in the Commission's budget. Chair
Black replied no, it's not included in the 2014 budget unless the Commission takes action to amend
its 2014 budget. Engineer Chandler commented that the Phase 1 work was funded from the
Commission's Long-Term Maintenance fund. She also explained that the order of Phase 2 tasks as
listed in the Engineer Memo on this topic is the order in which the Phase 2 updates should take place.
Mr. Oliver said that in regards to the idea of the Commission going out for proposals for the Phase 2
work,he recommends that it be considered very carefully. He said that the Commission Engineer has
institutional knowledge and is familiar with the assumptions that are in the background models that
will be converted and the Commission Engineer has knowledgeable resources within its company.
Mr. Oliver said that he thinks that if the Commission goes out for the XP-SWMM Phase 2 work,the
Commission will be paying for a learning curve for the contractar to go back to the Commission
Engineer for answers to questions.
Chair Black summarized that it has been suggested that staff come back to the January or February
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meeting with more details on what pieces would be undertaken first, second,and third, if there is a
possibility of taking some of the cost out of the Commission's reserve fund, and if there is a
possibility of going out to the cities with a letter and description of justifications. She said that there
seems to be consensus that the Commission move ahead with the project. Chair Black directed staff to
come back to the Commission with the information at either the January or February meeting,based
on the readiness of the information.
Administrator Jester raised the topic of a possible XP-SWMM tutorial by the Commission Engineer
for the Commission and TAC members. She said that the cost will be$2,000 and that$996 of that
cost could come from the Surveys and Studies budget and the rest could come from the Technical
Services budget. Chair Black directed staff to conduct a Doodle poll to arrange a time for the tutorial.
Commissioner Carlson requested that the tutorial occur before the topic is brought in front of the
Commission for decision.
Administratar Jester reiterated that the direction to staff by the Commission is that staff will put
together funding options for Commission consideration at its January or February meeting,will do a
prioritizing of pieces,and options would include amending the 2014 budget,waiting until 2015,
funding from the long-term fund,going out for an RFP(Request for Proposal)and/or getting more
detail from Barr Engineering on its proposal,and will set up a Doodle poll for the entire Commission
regarding scheduling an XP-SWMM tutorial. The Commission agreed to the summary of the
direction to staff.
D. Consider Proposal for Study of Long-Term Maintenance and Replacement Needs for Flood Control
Project
Engineer Chandler reminded the Commission that it directed the Commission Engineer to develop a proposal
in response to the Commission's discussion and questions about long-term maintenance and replacement
needs for the Flood Control Project. She summarized the six tasks included in the proposal,as listed in the
November 12"'Engineer Memo"Proposal for Study of Long-Term Maintenance and Replacement Needs for
Flood Control Project":
1. Estimate of cost to replace the Bassett Creek Flood Control project;
2. Funding options for replacing Flood Control Project features;
3. Estimated maintenance and repair costs for Flood Control project;
4. Options for funding emergency repairs and long-term maintenance of Flood Controi Project;
5. Locate and review previous agreements for the Flood Control Project; and
6. Prepare technical memorandum.
She said that the estimated cost of the work is$16,500 and that at the time of its discussion at the workshop,the
Commission indicated that the costs could come out of the Long-Term Maintenance fund.Engineer Chandler said
the goal would be to complete the work by the end of February,but that timeline would be dependent on getting
information back from the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers. Chair
Black suggested that the Commission consider the Administrator taking on task 2"funding options for replacing
Flood Control project features"and task 4"Options for funding emergency repairs and long-term maintenance of
Flood Control Project."
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Chair Black moved that the Commission authorize the Commission Engineer to perform tasks 1, 3,5,and 6.
Commissioner Hoschka seconded the motion. There was discussion of how the work would be funded. Chair
Black said that the Commission has been discussing funding the work from the Long-Term Maintenance fund.
Commissioner de Lambert clarified that the Commission is authorizing an estimated budget of$13,500. Chair
Black agreed with the clarification.Administrator Jester added that the budget would come from the Long-Term
Maintenance fund. Upon a vote,the motion carried 7-0 [Cities of Minneapolis and Robbinsdale absent from vote].
6,OLD BUSINESS
A. Receive Update on Next Generation Plan Development
Chair Loomis reported that the cost of the Plan update is pushed right up against what was budgeted for this
year. She said that it has been a lot of work with a lot of discussions, such as discussions about the policies.
Administrator Jester added that work on the policy section is continuing,but the budget has been expended
including the budget that had been saved from previous Plan Update project tasks that were completed under
budget. She said that the projected budget overrun is estimated to be about$8,000,but there could potentially
be savings on future tasks.
Chair Black commented that she hopes that there would be future cost savings,but as the process moves
forward,the issues will get more detailed, and she doesn't anticipate there being future cost savings. Chair
Loomis provided an update of recent Plan Steering Committee discussions. Administrator Jester announced
that the next Plan Steering Committee meeting is December 16"'. Committee Chair Loomis said that the
Commission should forward to Administrator Jester any comments about the draft list of CIP project
weighting criteria as included in the November 12,2013 TAC memo.
B. Approval to Amend Agreement with Golden Valley for 2015 Main Stem Project Feasibility
Study
Mr. Oliver said that in order to appropriately involve the public earlier in the projecYs implementation, and
due to conversations with the Commission Engineer,the City of Golden Valley decided that it would be best
to modify the contract between the Commission and the City of Golden Valley and between the City and
WSB to have public participation as part of the feasibility report rather than following the feasibility report.
He said that the 2015 project could see a rather significant tree removal,depending on the methods chosen,
and the City would like to have conversations with the residents before coming to the Commission with 50%
plans.
Commissioner Mueller moved to approve the amendment. Commissioner Crough seconded the motion.
Alternate Commissioner Tobelmann asked where the extra$8,000 will come from.Mr. Oliver said it is in the
project budget. Upon a vote,the motion carried 7-0 [Cities of Minneapolis and Robbinsdale absent from
vote].
C. Update on Medicine Lake Water Level Issue
Administrator Jester mentioned the newspaper articles and e-mails that have been circulating regarding this
issue. She handed out a written recommendation and asked the Commission to consider moving forward with
the items identified in her recommendation, including:
• The Commission continues to play a facilitation role in this issue;
• The Commission acknowledges its role as a facilitator;and,
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• The Commission acknowledges that ultimately it might not be the implementer or the funder of
potential future projects.
Administrator Jester listed potential actions that she recommends the Commission undertake, including
sending a letter to stakeholders, continuing to gather information from stakeholders, directing the
Commissioner Engineer to pull together information to determine components of a study on possibly altering
the outlet structure and a"ballpark"cost estimate for that work, and hosting a large meeting of all of the
stakeholders early next year(facilitated by a third party)in order to share ideas and information,dispel
miscommunication,and to hear from experts about the different issues of concern to the stakeholders.
Mr. Oliver mentioned that the City of Golden Valley constructed and operates a variable-quantity weir on
Wisconsin Avenue as part of the original Flood Control Project.He said that the City would be happy to
provide information on the City's experience with operating that weir.
Alternate Commissioner Tobelmann commented that the Commission needs to know who has the jurisdiction
on the issues and the process and noted that if Administrator Jester is facilitating the process,then it could be
interpreted that she is the leader.
[Commissioner Hoschka departs the meeting.J
There was discussion of the issues and ways for the Commission to proceed.
[Commissioner Millner departs the meeting.J
Medicine Lake Mayor Gary Holter spoke about Medicine Lake's value as a key resource and about his
concerns on behalf of property owners around Medicine Lake.He stated that those property owners would be
willing to put up resources to make the quality of life better there. Chair Black said that lake property owners
should be part of the stakeholder group but stated that the group is hard to get hold o£Mayor Holter agreed
that the facts need to be identified such as how to proceed,who to talk to,who controls what issues and said
that this is what they have been asking for. He brought up their previous request for a study being done and
brought up the petition that was signed by 600 people indicating that more people than those that live on
Medicine Lake are interested in the issues affecting the lake. Chair Black said that she would like to hear from
those stakeholders about what issues concern them. Mayor Holter said that all that they are asking for is a
study taking a look at the dam and the possibility of a controllable weir.
Administrator Jester reminded the Commission that one of her recommendations is that the Commission
Engineer pull together a list of components of such a study and a high-level cost estimate for such a study.
Chair Black said that in order to pull together that information,the Commission Engineer would need to know
the specific topics of the study and therefore the issues need to be identified by the stakeholders and compiled.
She said that the responses from the stakeholders should come back at the January or February meeting as
well as a list of components that would be needed in preparation of a larger meeting.
Chair Black asked the Commission what it would like to do about Administrator Jester's recommendations.
Mr.Oliver said that the downstream cities would like the impacts of a controllable weir on downstream cities
to be included in the study.Administrator Jester recommended that the Commission take action to
acknowledge its role as a facilitator in this issue and that the Commission might not be the implementer or the
funder of potential future projects and to send a letter communicating that information to stakeholders.
Commissioner Crough moved to approve the recommendation. Commissioner Muller seconded the motion.
Upon a vote,the motion carried 5-0 [Cities of Golden Valley,Minneapolis,Minnetonka,and Robbinsdale
absent from vote],
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Chair Black directed Administrator Jester to be the signatory on the letter.
D. Four Seasons Area Water Quality Project—Response to 90% Plan Comments and
Alternatives Analysis
Mr.Asche provided background on the project and its process to date. He added that the plan set is available
with the meeting packet.He also said that the packet included the City's responses to the Commission
Engineer's comments on the 90%plan set.Mr.Asche referenced the City of Plymouth's November 12,2013,
memo"Four Seasons Drainage Improvement Alternatives"also included in the meeting packet.He said that
the Table 1 in the memo summarizes the existing alternatives examined through the project feasibility study
and Table 2 is a brief analysis of additional alternatives.He provided more detail about the information in the
memo and recommended that this topic be tabled until January in order to provide an opportunity for
residents to have a chance to speak about the alternatives. �
Chair Black had questions about the phosphorous removal estimates for some of the alternatives,and Mr.
Asche answered her questions and gave more information on the different alternatives.There was a short
discussion of the tree removal proposed in the project's original plan, and Engineer Chandler asked if the
original plan included the clearing of 1,000 trees. Chair Black said yes,but that plan included the stormwater
pond and this plan is just the rip rap of the channel and no pond.Mr.Asche asked the Commission to
remember that this is a big project at three-fourths of a mile long.Engineer Chandler pointed out that the
City's memo recommends two items that are years out from now, including a possible partnership with the
Four Seasons Mall property owner and work in context with an approved TMDL(Total Maximum Daily
Load)study.
Mr.Asche answered specific questions about the project alternatives,and he commented that a great
discussion for the Commission to have is how to weigh the projects with regards to phosphorous removal.
Mr.Asche said that he would like to have further discussion with the Commission at its January meeting
when residents could attend and hear the discussion.He said he then would like the opportunity to go back to
the residents and get input from them.Engineer Chandler clarified that the Commission Engineer will not be
reviewing the plan set sent over by the City since this item has been tabled for now. Chair Black said that this
item will be added to the Commission's January meeting and asked Mr.Asche to notify the Commission
about when he will be meeting with the residents and for Commissioners to RSVP for that meeting through
Administrator Jester so that the meeting could be public noticed.
�, coM�u�vicaTia�vs
A. Administrator: Written report was included in meeting packet.
B. Chair: No Communications
C. Commissioners:No Communications
D. Committees: No Communications
E. Legal Counsel:No Communications
F. Engineer: Engineer Chandler announced that she has the MPCA's(Minnesota Pollution Control Agency)
draft 20141ist of water body impairments—mostly including chloride impairments-and the Commission
can contact her for it. She also reported that there is a public hearing in January for nutrient criteria
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standards for streams.
8. INFQRMATIQN(?NLY(Availabie at
http://www.bassettcreekwmo.or�*/Meetin�s/2�13{2013-
Novem ber/2013Novem berMeetin�Packet,htm)
A. Schaper Pond Diversion Project Impact Analysis Memo to MPCA and DNR
B. Grant Tracking Summary and Spreadsheet
C. BWSR Grants Quarterly Newsletter October 2013
D. WCA Notice of Decision,Plymouth
E. WCA Notice of Decision,Plymouth
9.ADJOURNMENT
Chair Black adjourned the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission Regular Meeting at 11:25 a.m.
Amy Herbert, Recorder Date
Secretary Date
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. E. 1. Purchase Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA's), Mounting Brackets and Face Piece
Bags
Prepared By
Mark Kuhnly, Fire Chief
John Crelly, Deputy Fire Chief
Summary
The 2014-2018 Capital Improvement Program includes $300,000 for the purchase of Self-
Contained Breathing Apparatus (V & E-084, page 40).
The SCBA purchase will be made under the Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Contract EE
08-13 Municipal Emergency Services, Inc.
The HGAC has awarded the following contract for the purchase of the SCBA's:
Contract No. Item Vendor Amount
EE 08-13 Self-Contained Breathing Municipal Emergency $ 256,857
Apparatus Services, Inc. (MES)
Total Purchase $ 256,857
Recommended Action
Motion to authorize the purchase of self-contained breathing apparatus through the HGAC for
$256,857.
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Bottineau Transitway Update, December 2013
Development of the Bottineau LRT(METRO Blue Line Extension)continues to gain
momentum with significant milestones achieved in 2013 and important activities planned
for 2014.
Bottineau LRT Project
Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority(HCRRA) has allocated funding for the next stage of
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Bottineau Transitway project development. The Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) is
� � expected to consider a funding commitment in January 2014. Project leadership for environmental
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�$ review completion (the Final EIS),design and construction will transition to Metropolitan Council/
� Metro Transit in 2014.
Bottineau Transitway Draft EIS
' A milestone achieved in 2013 is that the Bottineau Draft Environmental Impact Statement(EIS)
� entered into the last stage of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) review needed before publishing
the Draft EIS. Draft EIS publication and the start of a public review and comment period are both
expected in the second quarter of 2014. Copies of the document will be available at public libraries
, and city halls along the corridor,and will also be available to view online. Stakeholders can expect to
�. be notified through a range of inethods(newspaper notices,email distribution,website posts,
�. flyers,etc.)about their opportunity to comment on this important document. HCRRA will continue
� as lead agency through the Draft EIS process; it will ensure that public comments are compiled and
f. shared with the public and Metropolitan Council/Metro Transit to inform the project as it moves
forward.
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� � Land Use Planning
� Station area planning is now underway for the two Minneapolis station areas along Olson Highway
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(Van White Boulevard and Penn Avenue) and the two Golden Valley station area options(near
Plymouth Avenue and at Golden Valley Road).The work plans for these station area planning efforts
are being developed in close collaboration with the Cities of Minneapolis and Golden Valley. These
w work plans also benefited from public input gained at roundtable events held in August 2013.As the
` process moves forward, a robust and meaningful public engagement process,added to valuable
technical analyses,will inform the exploration of how the transitway stations will best fit into their
� surrounding communities. HCRRA and Bottineau Corridor cities are co-leading these station area
`� planning efforts. Station area planning activities for the remaining six Bottineau LRT stations in
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`� Robbinsdale,Crystal,and Brooklyn Park will start in 2014.
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� � Health Initiatives
� f The Bottineau Transitway Health Impact Assessment(HIA)was completed in 2013.A summary
document has just been released to raise awareness around HIA recommendations.These
recommendations will inform Bottineau LRT project development and station area planning efforts.
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www.bottineautransitway.org
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. G. Approval of Full Extension for Filing of Plat and Submitting Final PUD Plan Application - PUD
#107 -The Towers at West End -Southwest Quadrant of I-394 and Highway 100- Duke Realty,
Applicant
Prepared By
Mark W. Grimes, Director of Planning and Development
Summary
At the December 3, 2013 City Council meeting, the Council approved a motion to extend the
submission date until June 1, 2014 (180 days) for the Final PUD application and final plat for The
Towers at West End PUD No. 107. The extension was subject to four conditions. Condition No. 3
requires that City staff would report back to the City Council 60 days after the December 3, 2013
approval about whether or not Duke was demonstrating that it was making efforts to work with
Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) about locating a permanent lift station for
the construction of I-GV-461 Reliever on The Towers at West End site. If City staff found that
Duke was making efforts to work with the MCES,the final 120 days of the extension would be
approved by the City Council. If effort was not being made, the City Council could revoke the
extension beyond 60 days.
Public Works staff has been involved in meetings and has been monitoring correspondence
between MCES and Duke regarding the placement of the lift station and associated infrastructure
needed for the construction of I-GV-461 Reliever. Based on the discussions that are underway,
staff believes that efforts are being made by the MCES and Duke to site the lift station on the
Duke property.
Attachments
• Executive Summary For Action dated December 3, 2013 (2 pages)
Recommended Action
Motion to approve full extension for filing of final plat and submitting Final PUD Plan Application
for The Towers at West End PUD No. 107 to June 1, 2014 because City staff has determined that
Duke has demonstrated it is making good faith efforts to work with MCES to Iocate a lift station
for I-GV-461 on The Towers at West End property. The approval is subject to the following
conditions:
1. Duke shall submit cash deposits as requested by the City to cover legal and engineering costs
incurred by the City for consideration of the Preliminary Plan.
2. Duke will be financially responsible for road construction under TH 100 and intersection
improvements on the east side of TH 100 and traffic calming along the frontage road east of
TH 100, to occur at the time building permits are applied for by Duke.
3. Duke shall cooperate with Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) in the
construction of the 1-GV-461 Reliever project. The Reliever project is required to be
constructed by MCES to increase sanitary sewer capacity to serve Duke's West End
development and other future development in certain parts of Golden Valley and St. Louis
Park. MCES and Duke to reach a conclusion on the permanent location of the lift station, the
force main alignment, and all other appurtenances needed for the construction of the 1-GV-
461 force main within the vicinity of the Duke property. All temporary and permanent
easements shall be identified, and all land shall be transferred in connection with the project.
If the City or MCES determines that there has not been adequate cooperation from Duke,the
City retains the right to place additional conditions on future extensions to the Preliminary
PUD Plan or the Final PUD Plan.
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
December 3, 2013
Agenda Item
3. J. Approval of Conditional Extension for Filing of Plat and Submitting Final PUD Plan Application -
PUD#107 -The Towers at West End - Southwest Quadrant of I-394 and Highway 100- Duke Realty,
Applicant
Prepared By
Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development
Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works
Summary
At the March 3, 2009 City Council meeting,the Council approved the Preliminary PUD Plan and
Preliminary Plat for The Towers at West End PUD No. 107.The Council has approved nine 180-
day extensions since the original Preliminary PUD approval.
The Preliminary PUD Plan and Preliminary Plat provide for the construction of a 4,000+ space
parking deck attached to several office buildings that are located in St. Louis Park. Due to market
conditions, Duke is requesting an extension for the filing of their applications for the Final PUD
plan and the Final Plat.
At this time, staff recommends that the extension of the PUD approval be a conditional 180
days. Staff will monitor the efforts by MCES and Duke to reach a conclusion on the permanent
location of the lift station,the forcemain alignment, and all other appurtenances needed for the
construction of the 1-GV-461 forcemain within the vicinity of the Duke property. All temporary
and permanent easements shall be identified, and all land shall be transferred in connection with
the project.
Duke shall demonstrate to the City of Golden Valley its good faith efforts to act in accordance with
the requirements of the PUD. Staff will report the status of Duke's progress with the MCES in 60
days (August 31, 2013). If adequate progress is being made to meet the terms of the PUD,the
Council may extend the PUD for an additional term not to exceed 120 days (December 29, 2013j.
If adequate progress is not being made to meet the terms of the PUD,the Council may revoke any
further extension of the PUD preliminary approval beyond the first approximate 60 days.
Attachments
• Location Map (1 page)
• Letter from Duke Realty requesting an extension dated November 11, 2013 (1 page)
Recommended Action
Motion to approve an extension for submittal of the Final PUD Plan application and the Final Plat
for The Towers at West End, PUD No. 107 until June 1, 2014, subject to the following conditions:
1. Duke shall submit cash deposits as requested by the City to cover legal and engineering costs
incurred by the City for consideration of the Preliminary Plan.
2. Duke will be financially responsible for road construction under TH 100 and intersection
improvements on the east side of TH 100 and traffic calming along the frontage road east of
TH 100, to occur at the time building permits are applied for by Duke.
3. Duke shall cooperate with the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) in the
construction of the 1-GV-461 Reliever project. The Reliever project is required to be
constructed by MCES to increase sanitary sewer capacity to serve Duke's West End
development and other future development in certain parts of Golden Valley and St. Louis
Park. MCES and Duke to reach a conclusion on the permanent location of the lift station, the
force main alignment, and all other appurtenances needed for the construction of the 1-GV-
461 force main within the vicinity of the Duke property. All temporary and permanent
easements shall be identified, and all land shall be transferred in connection with the project.
If the City or MCES determines that there has not been adequate cooperation from Duke,the
City retains the right to place additional conditions on future extensions to the Preliminary
PUD Plan or the Final PUD Plan.
4. Duke shall demonstrate to the City of Golden Valley its good faith efforts to act in accordance
with the requirements of the PUD. Staff will report the status of Duke's progress with the
MCES in 60 days. If adequate progress is being made to meet the terms of the PUD,the
Council may extend the PUD for an additional term not to exceed 120 days. If adequate
progress is not being made to meet the terms of the PUD,the Council may revoke any further
extension of the PUD preliminary approval beyond the first approximate 60 days. If Council
finds that adequate progress is being made to meet the terms of the PUD,the Council may
permit the extension of the PUD preliminary approval to continue for the remaining
approximate 120 days.
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. H. Ordinance No. 515, Rescinding Approval of Ordinance No. 491, Approval of Final Plan of
Development-The Tiburon Apartments, P.U.D. No. 111, Tiburon 55, LLC Applicant, and
Resolution 14-4, Rescinding Resolution 13-21 Approving Final Plat of Tiburon Fifty Five PUD No.
111
Prepared By
Mark W. Grimes, Community Development Director
Summary
The City staff and City Attorney are recommending that the City Council adopt the subject
Ordinance No. 515 and Resolution 14-4. These actions are needed because the Tiburon PUD No.
111 no longer is viable. The developer of the Tiburon,Tiburon 55, LLC, originally signed a
purchase agreement for the purchase of the two properties at 9130 and 9220 Olson Memorial
Highway. Since approval of the final PUD plan by the City Council in December 2012, Tiburon 55,
LLC, has not purchased the property. Therefore,they cannot sign the required PUD permit and
complete the development.
Also, the final plat of"Tiburon Fifty Five PUD No. 111" was approved by the City Council on April
3, 2013. The applicant has six months to record the final plat with Hennepin County. The six
months has past. The final plat was not recorded because the applicant for The Tiburon, Tiburon
55, LLC, never purchased the property. Therefore, a final plat cannot be filed with the final plat
indicating it is owned by Tiburon 55, LLC.
The staff has been in contact with Tiburon 55, LLC and they have indicated that they are no
longer interested in developing the property.
In 2012, the properties at 9130 and 9220 Olson Memorial Highway were reguided on the General
Land Use Plan map to High Density Residential and the Zoning map was amended to R-4 High
Density Residential. The General Land Use Plan map and Zoning map designations remain. The
staff has seen some interest by others to develop the properties for high density housing.
Attachments
• Ordinance No. 515, An Ordinance Rescinding Ordinance No. 491, Rescinding Approval of Final
Plan of Development-The Tiburon Apartments, P.U.D. No. 111, Tiburon 55, LLC, Applicant
(1 page)
• Resolution 14-4, Rescinding Resolution 13-21 Approving Plat-Tiburon Fifty Five P.U.D. No. 111
(1 page)
Recommended Action
Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 515, An Ordinance Rescinding Ordinance No. 491, Rescinding
Approval of Final Plan of Development-The Tiburon Apartments, P.U.D. No. 111,Tiburon 55,
LLC, Applicant.
Motion to adopt Resolution 14-4, Rescinding Resolution 13-21 Approving Plat of Tiburon Fifty
Five PUD No. 111.
ORDINANCE NO. 515, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE RESCINDING ORDINANCE NO. 491, 2ND SERIES
Rescinding Approval of Final Plan of Development
The Tiburon Apartments, P.U.D. No. 111
Tiburon 55, LLC, Applicant
WHEREAS, on December 18, 2012 the City Council granted Development Plan
Approval to P.U.D. 111 by passing Ordinance No. 491, 2nd Series; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant therefore has failed to (a) complete purchase of the
subject real property, (b) execute the applicable Use Permit, (c) file the plat for P.U.D.
No. 111, nor (d) has it executed the Development Agreement for P.U.D. No. 111.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council for the City of Golden Valley hereby
ordains as follows
Section 1. Ordinance No. 491, 2nd Series, is hereby rescinded in its entirety and
of no further force and effect.
Section 2. The tracts of land affected by this Ordinance are legally described as
follows:
9130 Olson Memorial Hiqhway - West 211 14/100 feet of East 291 14/100 feet of
that part of NW '/4 of SW '/4 lying South of MPLS Watertown Road and North of
State Highway No. 55
9220 Olson Memorial Hi hway — That part of NW '/4 of SW '/4 lying East of West
749 8/10 feet thereof and West of East 291.14 feet thereof North of State
Highway No. 55 and South of Watertown Road.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect from and after its passage and
publication as required by law.
Adopted by the City Council this 21st day of January, 2014.
/s/Shepard M. Harris
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/Susan M. Virniq
Susan M. Virnig, City Clerk
Resolution 14-4 January 21, 2014
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION 13-21
APPROVING PLAT - TIBURON FIFTY FIVE P.U.D NO. 111
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City of Golden Valley on April 3, 2013 accepted
and approved the proposed plat known as Tiburon Fifty Five P.U.D. No. 111 covering the
following described tract of land:
Lot 1, Block 1, TIBURON FIFTY FIVE PUD NO. 111
WHEREAS, the Applicant for approval of the proposed plat known as Tiburon Fifty
Five P.U.D 111 has failed to file the plat or to complete its purchase of the covered real
property; and
WHEREAS, more than six months have expired since the original Resolution
approving the plat;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council for the City of Golden
Valley, that Resolution, No. 13-21, approving the plat of Tiburon Fifty Five PUD No. 111 is
hereby rescinded and the authorization to execute the plat is revoked.
Shepard M. Harris, Mayar
ATTEST:
Susan M. Virnig, City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. I. Financing of Capital Equipment; Establishing Compliance with Reimbursement Bond
Regulations under the Internal Revenue Code
Prepared 8y
Susan Virnig, Finance Director
Summary
The following resolution will allow the city to be reimbursed for expenditures related to the
purchases of capital equipment and vehicles. Because expenditures may be made prior to the
sale of bonds, this reimbursement agreement is need per IRS Rules.
Attachments
• Resolution Relating to the Financing of Capital Equipment; Establishing Compliance with
Reimbursement Bond Regulations under the Internal Revenue Code (2 pages)
Recommended Action
Motion to adopt Resolution Relating to the Financing of Capital Equipment; Establishing
Compliance with Reimbursement Bond Regulations under the Internal Revenue Code.
Resolution 14-5 January 21, 2014
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE FINANCING OF CAPITAL EQUIPMENT;
ESTABLISHING COMPLIANCE WITH REIMBURSEMENT BOND REGULATIONS
UNDER THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Golden Valley, Minnesota (the
"City"), as follows:
1. Recitals.
(a) The Internal Revenue Service has issued Section 1.150-2 of the
Income Tax Regulations (the "Regulations") dealing with the issuance of bonds all or
a portion of the proceeds of which are to be used to reimburse the City for praject
expenditures made by the City prior to the date of issuance.
(b) The Regulations generally require that the City make a declaration of
its official intent to reimburse itself for such prior expenditures out of the proceeds of
a subsequently issued series of bonds within 60 days after payment of the
expenditures, that the bonds be issued and the reimbursement allocation be made
from the proceeds of such bonds within the reimbursement period (as defined in the
Regulations), and that the expenditures reimbursed be capital expenditures or costs
of issuance of the bonds.
(c) The City desires to comply with requirements of the Regulations with
respect to the projects hereinafter identified.
2. Official Intent Declaration.
(a) The City proposes to acquire certain capital equipment within the 2014
Capital Improvement Program (the "Project"), and to make original expenditures with
respect thereto prior to the issuance of reimbursement bonds, and reasonably
expects to issue reimbursement bonds for the Project, in one or more series, in an
amount not to exceed $750,000.
(b) Other than (i) de minimis amounts permitted to be reimbursed pursuant
to Section 1.150-2(fl(1) of the Regulations or (ii) expenditures constituting
preliminary expenditures as defined in Section 1.150-2(fi�(2) of the Regulations, the
City will not seek reimbursement for any original expenditures with respect to the
foregoing Project paid more than 60 days prior to the date of adoption of this
resolution. All original expenditures for which reimbursement is sought will be
capital expenditures or costs of issuance of the reimbursement bonds.
3. Budc�etary Matters. As of the date hereof, there are no City funds
reserved, pledged, allocated on a long term basis or otherwise set aside (or
reasanably expected to be reserved, pledged, allocated on a long term basis or
otherwise set aside) to provide permanent financing for the original expenditures
related to the Project, other than pursuant to the issuance of the reimbursement
bonds. Consequently, it is not expected that the issuance of the reimbursement
bonds will result in the creation of any replacement proceeds.
4. Reimbursement Allocations. The City's Finance Director shall be
responsible for making the "reimbursement allocations" described in the
Regulations, being generally the transfer of the appropriate amount of proceeds of
the reimbursement bonds to reimburse the source of temporary financing used by
the City to make payment of the original expenditures relating to the Project. Each
reimbursement allocation shall be made within 30 days of the date of issuance of the
reimbursement bonds, shall be evidenced by an entry on the official books and
records of the City maintained for the reimbursement bonds and shall specifically
identify the original expenditures being reimbursed.
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
Susan M. Virnig, City Clsrk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
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Executive Summary For Action
Goiden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. J. Financing of Joint Water Commission 2014 Program: Establishing Compliance with
Reimbursement Bond Regulations under the Internal Revenue Code
Prepared By
Susan Virnig, Finance Director
Summary
The following resolution will allow the city to be reimbursed for expenditures related to the Joint
Water Commission Well Project. Because expenditures may be made prior to the sale of bonds,
this reimbursement agreement is need per IRS Rules. This project will be set up with financial
agreements with the three cities (Golden Valley, New Hope and Crystal)to fund future bond
payments.
Attachments
• Resolution Relating to the Financing of the Joint Water Commission 2014 Program:
Establishing Compliance with Reimbursement Bond Regulations under the Internal Revenue
Code (2 pages)
Recommended Action
Motion to adopt Resolution Relating to the Financing of the Joint Water Commission 2014
Program: Establishing Compliance with Reimbursement Bond Regulations under the Internal
Revenue Code.
Resolution 14-6 January 21, 2014
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE FINANCING OF THE JOINT WATER COMMISSION
2014 PROGRAM; ESTABLISHING COMPLIANCE WITH REIMBURSEMENT BOND
REGULATIONS UNDER THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Golden Valley, Minnesota (the
"City"), as follows:
1. Recitals.
(a) The Internal Revenue Service has issued Section 1.150-2 of the
Income Tax Regulations (the "Regulations") dealing with the issuance of bonds all or
a portion of the proceeds of which are to be used to reimburse the City for project
expenditures made by the City prior to the date of issuance.
(b) The Regulations generally require that the City make a declaration of
its official intent to reimburse itself for such prior expenditures out of the proceeds of
a subsequently issued series of bonds within 60 days after payment of the
expenditures, that the bonds be issued and the reimbursement allocation be made
from the proceeds of such bonds within the reimbursement period (as defined in the
Regulations), and that the expenditures reimbursed be capital expenditures or costs
of issuance of the bonds.
(c) The City desires to comply with requirements of the Regulations with
respect to the projects hereinafter identified.
2. Official Intent Declaration.
(a) The Joint Water Commission for the City and the cities of Crystal and
New Hope proposes to undertake a project consisting of Emergency Water Supply
(the "Project"), and to make original expenditures with respect thereto prior to the
issuance of reimbursement bonds. The City reasonably expects to issue
reimbursement bonds for the Project, in one or more series, in an amount not to
exceed $4,500,000.
(b) Other than (i) de minimis amounts permitted to be reimbursed pursuant
to Section 1.150-2(fl(1) of the Regulations or (ii) expenditures constituting
preliminary expenditures as defined in Section 1.150-2(fl(2) of the Regulations, the
City will not seek reimbursement for any original expenditures with respect to the
foregoing Project paid more than 60 days prior to the date of adoption of this
resolution. All original expenditures for which reimbursement is sought will be capital
expenditures or costs of issuance of the reimbursement bonds.
3. Budqetary Matters. As of the date hereof, there are no City funds
reserved, pledged, allocated on a long term basis or otherwise set aside (or
reasonably expected to be reserved, pledged, allocated on a long term basis or
otherwise set aside) to provide permanent financing for the original expenditures
related to the Project, other than pursuant to the issuance of the reimbursement
bonds. Consequently, it is not expected that the issuance of the reimbursement
bonds will result in the creation of any replacement proceeds.
4. Reimbursement Allocations. The City's Finance Director shall be
responsible for making the "reimbursement allocations" described in the
Regulations, being generally the transfer of the appropriate amount of proceeds of
the reimbursement bonds to reimburse the source of temporary financing used by
the City to make payment of the original expenditures relating to the Project. Each
reimbursement allocation shall be made within 30 days of the date of issuance of the
reimbursement bonds, shall be evidenced by an entry on the official books and
records of the City maintained for the reimbursement bonds and shall specifically
identify the original expenditures being reimbursed.
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATrEST:
Susan M. Virnig, City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. K. Resolution Authorizing the Joint Water Commission to Construct an Emergency Water
Supply
Prepared By
Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works
Summary
On January 9, 2014, a joint meeting of the City Councils of Golden Valley, Crystal and New Hope
was held at Golden Valley City Hall to discuss construction of an emergency water supply. At the
conclusion of a presentation by Bolton & Menk, Inc., each city council was given time to discuss
whether or not it wanted to proceed with construction of an emergency water supply.
At the meeting,the Golden Valley City Council indicated they were supportive of proceeding with
the construction of the emergency water supply.
Attachments
• Resolution Ordering Construction of Ernergency Water Supply (2 pages)
Recommended Action
Motion to adopt Resolution Ordering Construction of Emergency Water Supply.
Resolution 14-7 January 21, 2014
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF EMERGENCY WATER SUPPLY
WHEREAS, the Joint Water Commission (JWC) is a joint powers entity authorized
by Minnesota Statute 471.59 consisting of the cities of Crystal, Golden Valley, and New
Hope, initiated in 1963; and,
WHEREAS, based on this agreement, the three cities built their water distribution
systems to be interconnected without reference to city boundaries; and,
WHEREAS, the JWC has an ongoing long-term water purchase agreement with the
City of Minneapolis water utility and intends to continue that relationship; and,
WHEREAS, the JWC continues to have concerns regarding the reliability of the
Mississippi River as the sole water supply source for the City of Minneapolis and its
customers; and,
WHEREAS, in 2009 the JWC and separately each of the three member cities,
adopted a Water Supply, Emergency and Conservation Plan to comply with Minnesota
Statute 473.859, and said statute requires the JWC and the three member cities to identify
and develop an emergency source of water supply; and,
WHEREAS, the JWC has identified groundwater from the Prairie du Chien/Jordan
aquifer to be a viable alternative water supply on an emergency basis; and,
WHEREAS, legislation was passed during the 2004 legislative session authorizing
the JWC to drill wells to meet the needs of the three member cities on a case-by-case
basis; and
WHEREAS, at the direction of the three City Councils at the May 7, 2012 tri-Council
meeting and adopted by resolution in session separately, the Emergency Water Supply
Preliminary Design and Feasibility Study was prepared; and,
WHEREAS, at the direction of the three City Councils at the May 23, 2013
tri-Council meeting and adopted by resolution in session separately, staff was directed to
develop a capital improvement program to implement the emergency water supply plan;
and to retain professional and contractor services to implement the emergency water
supply; and,
WHEREAS, at a Tri-Council meeting on January 9, 2014, a detailed report, cost
estimate and financing plan were presented to elected officials and staff.
Resolution 14-7 - Continued January 21, 2014
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Golden
Valley, Minnesota:
1. That the construction of an emergency backup water supply to include three new
wells, reestablishment of the existing New Hope well, all motors, pumps, meters,
meter vaults, valves, associated pipe work, control and support equipment is hereby
ordered.
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
Susan M. Virnig, City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
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City Administration/Council
763-593-3989/763-593-8109(fax)
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council/Manager Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. L. Approval of 2014 Pay Equity Implementation Report
Prepared By
Chantell Knauss, Assistant City Manager
Summary
Attached is the City of Golden Valley's 2014 Pay Equity Implementation Report. The City is
required to file this report every three years in order to comply with the requirements of the
1984 Local Government Pay Equity Act (LGPEA). The report must be submitted, after being
approved by the governing body, to Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) by January 31,
2014.The Compliance Report shows that the City is in compliance with the requirements of the
Pay Equity Act.
In 1984 the Minnesota Legislature passed comparable worth law known as the Pay Equity Act.
The purpose of this law was to reduce the perceived wage disparity between government jobs
held largely by males and those predominantly held by females. Each local government
jurisdiction must periodically submit a Pay Equity Implementation Report, as provided by
Minnesota Statutes, Section 471.9981,to determine whether it is in compliance with the law.
This report is based upon the employees hired and salaries paid as of December 31, 2013.
Attached is a copy of the report that the City must send to Minnesota Management and Budget
(MMB). Please be aware that the maximum salaries include the maximum City contribution for
insurance as required by the reporting criteria. Actual salaries and actual insurance may vary
from this amount. Adoption of the Pay Equity Implementation Report will allow the City to
submit it by January 31, 2014, as required by state law.
Attachments
2014 Pay Equity Implementation Report (6 pages)
Recommended Action
Motion to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the Pay Equity Implementation Report.
Compliance Report
Jurisdiction: Golden Valley Report Year: 2014
7800 Golden Vailey Road Case: 1 -2013 Data(Private(Jur Only))
Golden Valley MN 55427
Contact: Chantell Knauss Phone: (763)593-3989 E-Mail: cknauss@goidenvalleymn.gov
The statistical analysis, salary range and exceptional service pay test results are shown below. Part I is general information
from your pay equity report data. Parts!I, II!and IV give you the test results.
For more detail on each test, refer to the Guide to Pay Equity Compliance and Computer Reports.
I.GENERAL JOB CLASS INFORMATION
Male Female Balanced All Job
Classes Classes Classes Classes
#Job Classes 39 21 2 62
#Employees 82 35 18 135
Avg. Max Monthly 6,543.84 6,218.69 6,514.43
Pay per employee
11.STATISTICAL ANALYSIS TEST
A. Underpayment Ratio= 137.61 *
Male Female
Ciasses Classes
a.#At or above Predicted Pay 16 12
b.#Below Predicted Pay 23 9
c.TOTAL 39 21
d.%Below Predicted Pay 58.97 42.86
(b divided by c=d)
*(Result is%of male classes below predicted pay divided by%of female classes below predicted pay.)
B. T-test Results
Degrees of Freedom(DF)= 115 Value of T= -2.256
a.Avg.diff. in pay from predicted pay for male jobs= $80
b.Avg.diff. in pay from predicted pay for female jobs= $313
III.SALARY RANGE TEST= 95.39 (Result is A divided by B)
A. Avg.#of years to max salary for male jobs= 3.86
B. Avg.#of years to max salary for female jobs= 4.05
IV. EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE PAY TEST= 0.00 (Result is B divided by A)
A. %of male classes receiving ESP 10.26 *
B. %of female classes receiving ESP 0.00
"(If 20%or less,test result will be 0.00)
Golden Valley
Job Class Data Entry Verification List LGID: 330
Case: 2013 Data
Job Class Nbr Nbr Class Jobs Min Mo Max Mo Yrs to Max Yrs of Exceptional
Nbr Title Males Females Tvpe Points Salarv Salarv Salarv Service Service Pav
1 Golf Maintenance Operato 1 0 M 117 $1,676.00 $2,126.00 5.00 0.00
2 GolfStaffAssistant 1 0 M 117 $1,839.00 $2,326.00 5.00 0.00 Longevity
3 Griil Cashier 0 1 F 117 $1,527.00 $1,939.00 5.00 0.00
4 Pro Shop Cashier 2 0 M 117 $1,600.00 $2,031.00 5.00 0.00
5 Golf Maintenance Tech 1 0 M 125 $1,955.00 $2,454.00 5.00 0.00 Longevity
6 Office Clerk 0 1 F 144 $2,853.00 $4,740.00 4.00 0.00
7 Receptionist 0 1 F 144 $2,853.00 $4,740.00 4.00 0.00
8 Community Service Officei 6 0 M 169 $2,996.00 $4,098.00 1.00 0.00
9 Motor Vehicle Lic Clerk 0 3 F 169 $3,057.00 $4,682.00 4.00 0.00
10 AP Tech/Assessments 0 1 F 177 $3,613.00 $5,344.00 4.00 0.00
11 AP Tech/Utility Billing 0 2 F 177 $3,613.00 $5,344.00 4.00 0.00
12 AR/Election Assist 0 1 F 177 $3,613.00 $5,344.00 4.00 0.00
13 Graphic Designer/Web Sp� 0 1 F 177 $3,461.00 $5,164.00 4.00 0.00
14 Administrative Asst 1 11 F 183 $3,613.00 $5,344.00 4.00 0.00
15 Communications Specialis 1 A M 183 $3,613.00 $5,344.00 4.00 0.00
16 Turf Maintenance Foremar 1 0 M 183 $3,614.00 $5,345.00 4.00 0.00
17 Golf Mechanic 1 D M 187 $3,674.00 $5,416.00 4.00 0.00
18 Public Works Maintenance 23 0 M 197 $3,665.00 $5,460.00 3.00 0.00 PerFormance
19 Public Works Crew Leader 2 0 M 230 $5,072.00 $6,115.00 0.00 32.00
20 Accountant 0 1 F 238 $4,831.00 $6,794.00 4.00 0.00
21 Assistant Forrester 1 0 M 238 $4,152.00 $5,986.00 4.00 0.00
22 Asst Golf Operations Man� 0 1 F 262 $4,306.00 $6,169.00 4.00 0.00
23 Building Inspector 2 0 M 275 $4,906.00 $6,883.00 4.00 0.00
24 Engineer 4 0 M 275 $4,862.00 $6,831.00 4.00 0.00
25 Police Officer 11 4 B 280 $3,885.00 $6,944.00 3.00 0.00 Performance
26 Police Officer-Special 4 1 M 280 $6,196.00 $7,239.00 0.00 0.00 Performance
27 GIS Technician 0 1 F 282 $4,152.00 $5,986.00 4.00 0.00
28 IT Technician 1 0 M 282 $4,628.00 $6,552.00 4.00 0.00
29 Accounting Coordinator 0 1 F 285 $5,659.00 $7 780.00 4.00 0.00
30 Public Works Inspector 1 0 M 285 $4,906.00 $6,$83.00 4.00 0.00
31 Deputy Registrar Supervis� 0 1 F 291 $4,968.00 $6,984.00 4.00 0.00
32 Support Services Supervis 0 1 F 291 $4,968.00 $6,984.00 4.00 0.00
33 Engineering Tech III 1 0 M 314 $5,173.00 $7,202.00 4.00 0.00
34 Public Works Specialist 1 0 M 323 $5,175.00 $7,204.00 4.00 0.00
35 Chief Building Inspector 1 .0 M 332 $5,161.00 $7,186.00 4.00 0.00
36 Planner 1 0 M 342 $4,415.00 $6,299.00 4.00 0.00
37 Fire Education Specialist 1 0 M 365 $4,530.00 $6,436.00 4.00 0.00
38 Fire/Property Maint Insp 1 _0 M 365 $4,530.00 $6,436.00 4.00 0.00
39 Recreation Supervisor 1 2 B 366 $5,014.00 $7,013.00 4.00 0.00
40 Vehicle Maint Foreman 1 0 M 372 $5,378.00 $7,594.00 4.00 0.00
41 Sergeant 6 0 M 382 $6,733.00 $8,493.00 2.00 0.00
42 Park Supervisor 1 0 M 385 $5,892.00 $8,218.00 4.00 0.00
43 Street Maintenance Super 1 0 M 385 $5,892.00 $8,057.00 4.00 0.00
44 Building Official 1 0 M 389 $5,664.00 $7,941.00 4.00 0.00
45 Communications Manager 0 1 F 393 $5,707.00 $7,995.00 4.00 0.00
46 Golf Operations Manager 1 0 M 394 $5,825.00 $8,137.00 4.00 0.00
47 Greens Superintendent 1 0 M 394 $5,825.00 $8,137.00 4.00 0.00
48 IT Coordinator 0 1 F 417 $6,031.00 $8,222.00 4.00 0.00
49 Utility Supervisor 1 0 M 430 $5,892.00 $8,057.00 4.00 0.00
50 Police Lieutenant 2 0 M 449 $7,584.00 $9,122.00 1.00 0.00
51 Deputy Fire Chief 1 0 M 503 $6,521.00 $8,806.00 4.00 0.00
52 Police Commander 1 A M 515 $7,160.00 $9,757.00 4.00 0.00
53 Public Works Maint Manag 1 0 M 525 $6,920.00 $9,467.00 4.00 0.00
54 City Engineer 1 0 M 551 $7,721.00 $10,440.00 4.00 0.00
55 Assistant City Manager 0 1 F 588 $7,476.00 $10,142.00 4.00 0.00
56 Fire Chief 1 0 M 618 $8,186.00 $11,004.00 4.00 0.00
57 Community Development[ 1 0 M 636 $7,939.00 $10,704.00 4.00 0.00
58 Director of Parks&Rec 1 0 M 682 $8,254.00 $10,869.00 4.00 0.00
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Golden Valley
Job Class Data Entry Verification List LGID 330
Case: 2013 Data
Job Class Nbr Nbr Class Jobs Min Mo Max Mo Yrs to Max Yrs of Exceptional
Nbr Title Males Females Tvpe Points Salarv Salarv Salarv Service Service Pav
59 Finance Director 0 1 F 754 $8,388.00 $11,249.00 4.00 0.00
60 Police Chief 0 1 F 793 $8,577.00 $11,479.00 4.00� 0.00
61 Director of Public Works 0 1 F 798 $8,790.00 $11,737.00 4.00 0.00
62 CityManager 1 0 M 9,192 $11,964.00 $13,265.00 0.00 11.00
Job Number Count: 62
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. M. Resolution Authorizing Application to the Metropolitan Council for Transportation
Alternatives Program (TAP) Funding for Bicycle/Pedestrian Improvements; Douglas Drive
Reconstruction Project (TH 55 to Medicine Lake Road)
Prepared By
Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works
Jeff Oliver, PE, City Engineer
Eric Seaburg, EIT, Engineer
Summary
The Metropolitan Council and the Transportation Advisory Board are soliciting grant applications
for FY 2017 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) funding. The Metropolitan Council acts as
the regional solicitor for these federal MAP-21 funds and is anticipating a total of$6 million to be
awarded to local projects. Project funding is capped at $1 million per project with a required 20
percent project match.
In an effort to continue seeking outside funding sources for the Douglas Drive Reconstruction
Project, staff is preparing to submit an application for TAP funding. An application under this
program must be made in one of the following categories:
1. Bicycle/Pedestrian
2. Safe Routes to Schoo)
3. Environmental
4. Historic/Archaeological
5. Landscape/Streetscape
The Douglas Drive Preliminary Design received Munieipal Consent at the November 15, 2011 City
Council meeting. The project includes a variety of non-motorized alternative transportation
methods for bicyclists and pedestrians; therefore,the Douglas Drive project may be considered a
strong candidate for TAP funding under a Bicycle/Pedestrian emphasis application. Staff will have
the ability to apply for funding to cover construction costs up to $1 million in connection with the
construction of bicycle and pedestrian faeilities.
Staff will also be seeking support for the application from Hennepin County and the Minnesota
Department of Transportation.
Attachments
• Resolution Authorizing a Metropolitan Council Transportation Alternatives Program Submittal
for Bicycle/Pedestrian Improvements within the Douglas Drive (CSAH 102) Reconstruction
Project (1 page)
Recommendation
Motion to adopt the Resolution Authorizing a Metropolitan Council Transportation Alternatives
Program Submittal for Bicycle/Pedestrian Improvements within the Douglas Drive (CSAH 1Q2)
Reconstruction Project.
Resolution 14-8 January 21, 2014
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM SUBMITTAL
FOR BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE
DOUGLAS DRIVE (CSAH 102) RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council acts as the Regional solicitor for this portion of
Federal MAP-21 funding for local projects; and
WHEREAS, Municipal Consent was received for the Douglas Drive Reconstruction
Project by the Golden Valley City Council on November 15, 2011; and
WHEREAS, the approved Preliminary Design for pouglas Drive includes numerous
alternative transportation methods for Bicyclists and Pedestrians; and
WHEREAS, the City of Golden Valley is committed to providing the required local
share of the funding in accordance with Hennepin County policy;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council for the City of Golden
Valley to request funding through the Transportation Alternatives Program from the
Metropolitan Council for the proposed bicycle and pedestrian improvements that are
included in the 2016 Douglas Drive Reconstruction Project, to commit to providing the local
share of funding for the project if awarded a grant, and to direct the Director of Public
Works to submit all necessary documentation to support the grant application.
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
Susan M. Virnig, City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the City Clerk.
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council/Manager Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. N. Authorization for Letter of Support for League of Women Voters Application to Host
Community for "Toward a More Perfect Union:Talking About the Constitution" Programs
Prepared By
Chantell Knauss, Assistant City Manager
Summary
As presented to you at the Council/Manager Meeting on January 14, 2014, the Golden Valley
League of Women Voters (GVLWV) has requested the City partner with them to be a host
community for the "Toward a More Perfect Union: Talking About the Constitution" programs.
The Minnesota Humanities Center, in partnership with Twin Cities Public Television, has put out a
call for host communities to sponsor the programs.
The programs consist of a series of two, three or four community discussions based on the four-
part national PBS television series "Constitution USA," which was produced by Twin Cities Public
Television (tpt). The series' themes include the relationship of the federal government and the
states, individual freedoms and the Bill of Rights, equal protection and due process under the
law, and popular sovereignty and the separation of powers.1
In order to be a host community, organizations must submit an application which includes
providing a Letter of Support, which the GVLWV has requested from the City.
Attachments
• Minnesota Humanities Center handout (2 pages)
• 1http:llwww.minnesotahumanities.or�lconstitutian
Recommended Action
Motion to approve a Letter of Support for the Golden Valley League of Women Voters'
application to the Minnesota Humanities Center to be a host community for the "Toward a More
Perfect Union:Talking About the Constitution" programs.
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Drawing on the unique resources of the humanities,the Humanities Center builds a thoughtful,literate,engaged society. Toward a More Perfect
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democracy.Through locaily shaped,facilitated dialogues fn communities throughout our state,Minnesotans of diverse backgrounds and
experiences will explore the Constitution as a living document In their lives.
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Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
January 21, 2014
Agenda Item
3. O. Adoption of Social Media Policy
Prepared By
Chery! Weiler, Communications Manager
Summary
City communications staff surveyed 16 metro area cities to determine best practices for social
media policies and implementation and used the information to develop a policy to guide the
City's social media efforts.
The City of Golden Valley social media program will strengthen the City's established image,
provide additional channels for communicating with citizens, and be positioned to grow and
evolve to meet the changing needs of the City and its stakeholders.
Attachments
• City of Golden Valley Social Media Policy (7 pages)
Recommended Action
Motion to adopt the City of Golden Social Media Policy.
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Social Media Policy
Overview
The City of Golden Valley intends to use social media websites as additional communication channels to
help promote its programs,events, and services, and represent itself appropriately and consistently on
the Internet.Social media technology allows news of an event to spread quickly and is a good forum to
facilitate public discussion.
A social media presence is yet another way government can communicate to the broadest possible
audience of those it serves and residents can communicate with their government.The City of Golden
Valley's intent is to increase transparency, immediacy, and feedback to the community and to address
the fast-changing landscape of the Internet and the way residents communicate and obtain information
online.
The best, most appropriate, City of Golden Valley uses of social media tools fall into three categories:
•channels to supplement information from other City communication sources, such as the website,
and draw more eyes back to those communication sources, and to broadcast the City's messages to
the widest possible audience
•channels for disseminating time-sensitive information as quickly as possible (ie, emergency
information)
•a two-way communication, promoting transparency and social engagement in government
General Technicalities
The City of Golden Valley will maintain a single Facebook page to represent the organization.Separate
Facebook pages are not allowed at this time with the exception of Brookview Golf Course and Lawn
Bowling, which has a business purpose as an enterprise fund. If a department determines it has a
business need for a separate Facebook page, it will submit a request to the communications manager
for approval by the City manager.
All City of Golden Valley social media pages will adhere to the content standards below.
�The City has a "page" in Facebook, not a "group." Facebook pages offer distinct advantages, including
greater visibility, customization, and measurability.
•The type of page is"government."
•The City's web team will standardize and provide all City Facebook page displays to include the City
logo and other pertinent information.
•Any City Facebook page will be based on a template that includes consistent City branding and style.
The web team will provide departments/divisions with the template.
• Departments/divisions will use proper grammar and standard AP style, avoiding jargon and
abbreviations. Facebook is more casual than most other communication tools but still represents the
City at all times.
•An application shall not be used unless it serves a business purpose, adds to the user experience,
comes from a trusted source, and is approved by the communications manager, IT coordinator, and
City manager.
•All new social media tools proposed for City use will be approved by the City manager,
communications manager, IT coordinator, and the appropriate department's manager.
Centralization: Employees, Non-Communications Departments,and Elected Officials
For the purposes of efficiency, expediency, and consistency, Golden Valley's social media outreach will
be centralized to the City's communications department.This may change in the future based on
changing needs. In such a case, any departments wishing to create social media accounts on their own
must receive approval from the City manager before implementation and follow the guidelines provided
by the communications department.This will initiate a process to ensure that the City's array of
sanctioned social media accounts are kept to a sustainable number, policies are followed, and the City's
branding and Internet-based communication strategy is appropriately and consistently maintained.
Departments are responsible for forwarding requests to the communications staff to make social media
posts and will work with the communications department to create and develop a department social
media site.
Employees representing the City of Golden Valley on the City's social media sites must conduct
themselves professionally at all times as representatives of the City.
Elected officials should comply with the guidelines outlined in the City's Technology, Communications,
and Social Media Policies.
Social Media Administrators
A successful social media page requires monitoring. Each City department/division shall appoint one or
two of its staff as the assigned administrator(s) (AA), who will be responsible for monitoring the social
page. Posts shall be approved by the AA or a designated alternate.
Posts and monitoring shall be done during office hours, with the exception of emergency situations, and
all comments or questions shall be responded to in a timely manner within those parameters.
AFTER HOURS: In the event af an emergency need for an after-hours posting, designated
communications department staff shall be contacted to post information on the City's website followed
by social media.
Staff may set up automatic email notification when someone posts a comment to a social media site.
Employee Access to Social Media Sites
Designated AA employees are allowed to use personal logins/accounts to access social media sites as
part of their work duties. Use of personal mobile devices and access of personal social media sites
should be minimal while at work in accordance with the Employee Handbook.Authorization during work
time is for the expressed purpose of allowing social media editors to conduct their work.
Employees not willing to use personal accounts must make arrangements with Supervisory and IT staff
to create a City log-in.The IT Coordinator must be provided with login-in and password information if
using a City account to post to social media sites, as well as any subsequent changes in City password or
log-in information to those sites. Note that some social media sites, like Facebook, expressly forbid
maintaining two accounts in the same name, so one must choose either to maintain a personal account
(which is provided access to edit a City page), or have a City account, but not both. Some social media
sites have penalties for violations which could result in loss of privileges from those sites which could, in
turn, compromise the city's future use of that social medium.The City of Golden Valley will not be held
liable for an employee's loss of his/her personal account privileges on these social media sites if they
have failed to follow those site's policies.
Social media accounts are considered a City asset, and log-ins to these accounts must be securely
administered in accordance with City technology policies.
City Social Media Posts
The City's official website shall remain the City's primary online medium for communicating information
to the public and, with the exception of emergency communication efforts,all social media posts must
be related back to information first posted on the website. While no City information shall be posted
exclusively to social media websites, simple "reminders" and "shares" are appropriate and encouraged.
Content posted to social media sites shall contain links directing users back to the City's official website
for in-depth information,forms, documents, or online services necessary to conduct business with the
City of Golden Valley.
Accuracy and Timeliness
The City of Golden will make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information provided on its
social media pages. However, several factors that are beyond the City's control (including unauthorized
modification of electronic data, transmission errors, browser incompatibilities, information that has
been cached on the local computer or storage device, or other aspects of electronic communication in
an evolving and time-sensitive environment) can affect the quality of the information displayed on the
site. For that reason,the City does not guarantee the accuracy of the information provided on its social
media page and is not liable for reliance on this information.
The City's timeliness about posts and responses to comments may also vary based on staff availability.
Therefore, a disclaimer shall be posted on any social media site, stating:
This social media page is intended to get information out to a wide number of people quickly, not
as an in-depth or complete source of information, but as an evolving supplement to the City of
Golden Valley's website(www.goldenvalleymn.gov/), newsletter, press releases, and in-person
communications. Staff will post or respond to comments within office hours(Monday-Friday, 8
am-4:30 pmJ and within the varying perimeters of staff availability. For these reasons, staff may
not respond to every comment or question posted on the social media site.
All responses to comments by City staff shall be accompanied by those staff members' initials, to
reinforce the social aspects of the site, and to let residents know they are communicating with a specific
employee within the City and not the City as an entity.
Comments
To facilitate two-way communication, and broaden the ways residents may connect with the City,
comments to the City's posts on the wall will be turned on.The following disclaimer will be posted on all
social media pages allowing comments:
Please note that comments expressed on the City's social networking sites do not reflect the
opinions or positions of the City of Golden Valley, its employees, or its elected officials. The City
of Golden Valley reserves the right to remove any comments, questions, or postings containing:
• profane language or content
• personal attacks, harassments, or threats against any individual or organization
• content that promotes,fosters or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed,
color, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance,
national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation
• content not topically related to the particular social medium article being commented
upon
• support for or against any political campaign or ballot measures
• copyright infringements or other legal violations
• solicitations of commerce
• sexual content or links to sexual content
• conduct or encouragement of illegal activity
• information that may tend to compromise the safety or security of the public or public
systems
• content that violates a legal ownership interest of any other party
The City reserves the right to restrict or remove any content deemed in violation of this social media
policy or any applicable law.
Often commentators will police themselves; therefore, comments should be removed by the City only as
a last resort.
All removed comments will be saved in a "removed comments"folder for data practices purposes.
When a comment is removed, a note will be posted in its place explaining the violation.
Data Practices Concerns
Any content maintained in a social media format that is related to City business, including a list of
subscribers and posted communication, is a public record.The department maintaining the site is
responsible for responding completely and accurately to any public records request for public records
on social media. Content related to City business shall be maintained in an accessible format and so that
it can be produced in response to a request.
These guidelines must be displayed to users or made available by hyperlink.Any content removed based
on these guidelines must be retained, including the time, date, and identity of the poster when available
as well as the City's reason for removing the content.
Content posted to social media sites will be transitory in nature, in order to adhere to the City's records
retention policy.
A social media account shall not be used by the City or any City employee or representative to disclose
private, confidential, and non-public information.
Employee Conduct
All City employees have a responsibility to help communicate accurate and timely information to the
public in a professional manner.When using social media, City employees must follow all policies
outlined here and in the Employee Handbook.
Social media platforms provide new ways to engage with citizens and customers to build stronger
relationships, civic engagement,and "connectedness." Employees designated to participate in social
media are expected to follow these principles:
• Postings shall be related to that department's specific function and subject matter expertise.
• Postings shall be factual, respectful, on-point, and reasonably avoid being thought of as spam,off-
topic, or offensive.
• Per the City's communications policy(see applicable section of the Employee Handbook), employees
must notify the City Communications department of any media contacts received related to their
posts. Further, under no circumstances shall non-department head personnel comment to reporters
regarding matters of City policy,opinion, or interpretation.
• Employees shall not use the City's social media sites to copy or transmit any documents, images,
software, or other information protected by a copyright owned by someone or an entity other than
the City of Golden Valley without proper authorization from the copyright owner. Copyright
protection applies to any document, image, software or information unless it is specifically marked as
public, not copyrighted, or freeware. In the absence of any specific copyright markings, material or
information should be assumed to be copyright-protected. It is the employee's responsibility to
obtain proper authorization from the copyright owner before using the electronic communications
system to copy or transmit copyrighted material.
• City social media sites or equipment may not be used by staff as a platform to share personal
opinions or for political purposes, private business or charitable activities, commercial or personal
transactions,or for any other purpose prohibited by law.
• Replies to individual constituent inquiries received via social media sites must be retained per the
City's record retention schedule.
• Decisions to remove posts or comments that violate the City's social media policy shall be made by
the appropriate department head, communications manager, and/or the City manager. Employees
monitoring City social media pages must bring questionable posts/comments to the attention of
their department head or the communications manager immediately.
• Employees who are asked by organizations to post information on the City's social media sites shall
refer the request to the communications department and shall comply with the Guidelines For City
Communications Outlets.
Guidelines For Personal Communications
While every individual has a right to speak out on the issues facing the community, state,and nation,
employees must take great care to make it clear that their personal opinions are their own and do not
represent the official policy position of the City. It is important for employees to remember that their
personal communications may reflect on the City, especially if they are commenting on City business,
supervisors, or policies.
The following guidelines apply to personal communications including various forms of social media,
letters to the editor of newspapers, personal endorsements, email, City correspondence, newsletters,
and cable television.
• All City employees are expected to actively protect any information considered private or protected
under Data Privacy and HIPPA Compliance laws. (Questions should be directed to the Golden Valley
City Clerk.)
• Employees MUST NOT post information, images, or icons obtained in their official capacity with the
City on their personal social media pages and/or accounts without prior approval from the
communications division AND the appropriate department or division head. For example,
employees shall not post photos, icons, or information from an incident/call on his/her personal
social media sites.
• If you wish to write an opinion based upon your work experience,you shall not make reference to
the City if you are not discussing City business. For example,write, "As a police officer..." rather
than, "As a Golden Valley police officer..." or"As a public employee..." rather than ��As a City of
Golden Valley employee...."
• Employees shall not comment on social media or publish something related to City business
without identifying themselves and using a disclaimer such as, "I am an employee of the City of
Golden Valley. However,these are my own opinions and do not represent those of the City of
Golden Valley."
• The City of Golden Valley expects its employees to be truthful, courteous and respectful toward
supervisors, coworkers, citizens, customers and other persons associated with the City. Do not
engage in name-calling or personal attacks.
• Refrain from making comments about the workplace, policies, or supervisors, or discussing internal
employment issues on social media.Assume anything written about a coworker or supervisor will
be read by that coworker,your supervisor, and many others.
• Remember that what you write or post is public, and will be so for a long time. It also may be
spread to large audiences without your knowledge or permission. Refrain from sending or posting
information—including images or icons—that you would not want your supervisor or other
employees to read, or that you would be embarrassed to see in the newspaper or viewed by your
parents, spouse, or loved ones.
• City resources, working time, or official City positions must not be used for personal profit or
business interests, or to participate in personal political activity. For example, an employee must
not use any City logo (including the Brookview Golf Course logo or public safety badges or logos),
email, or working time to promote his/her side business or for personal gain.
• Personal social media account names or email names shall not be tied to the City(eg, using your
City email address when posting), unless you're a designated AA who does not wish to set up a
personal social media account(see Employee Access To Social Media Sites).
Social Media Guidelines For Elected Officials
Elected officials should comply with the following guidelines when using City of Golden Valley social
media sites.
•Elected officials shall not use official City social media sites for campaigning purposes.
• Elected officials shall not post comments or links to any content that endorses or opposes political
candidates or ballot propositions, including links to an elected official's campaign site.
•ALL comments posted during an election season by anyone who has filed for office will be removed.
• Elected officials should be mindful of the risks of electronic communication in relation to the
Minnesota Data Practices Act and the Open Meeting Law;two-way communication between elected
officials should be strictly avoided.
• Elected officials should not use social media as a mechanism for conducting official City business
other than to informally communicate with the public.
• Elected officials should reveal that they are elected officials for the City if/when making a post and be
honest,straightforward,and respectful.
• Elected officials should be sure that efforts to be honest don't result in sharing non-public
information related to coworkers, personnel data, medical information, claims or lawsuits, or other
non-public or confidential information.
• Elected officials should add value to any social media discussion by staying focused on the issue.
•To help prevent errors, elected officials should not post official information (eg, incorrect information
about a new city ordinance) about the City as it could create liability issues.
• If an elected official makes a mistake, it should be corrected as soon as the official is made award of
the error. Corrections should be upfront and as timely as possible. If you modify an earlier post, make
it clear the posting has been corrected. Consider designating corrections with "Fixed link" or"Fact
correction" prior to the correction.
• Elected officials who are contacted by the media on a topic of official City business should follow City
communications protocols.