04-20-17 CC Agenda Packet (entire)AGENDA
Regular Meeting of the
City Council
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Chamber
April 20, 2017
6:30 pm
1.CALL TO ORDER PAGES
A.Pledge of Allegiance
B.Roll Call
2.ADDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
3.CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Consent Agenda - All items listed under this heading are considered to be
routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no discussion
of these items unless a Council Member so requests in which event the item will be
removed from the general order of business and considered in its normal sequence on
the agenda.
A.Approval of Minutes - City Council Meeting April 4, 2017 2-4
B.Approval of City Check Register 5
C.Licenses:
1. Approve Amendment to Chester Bird American Legion’s Liquor License Premises 6
2. Approve General License - Refuse/Recycling Vehicles 7
3. Therapeutic Massage Facility License - True Blue Massage and Bodywork 8
D.Minutes:
1. Planning Commission - March 27, 2017 9-18
2. Human Services Fund - March 13, 2017 19
3. Open Space & Recreation Commission - February 27, 2017 20-21
E.Approval of Amendments to Employee Handbook 17-19 22-26
F.Authorize Upgrades to Traffic Signals 27-30
G.Receipt of March 2017 Financial Reports 31-41
H.2016 Positive Performance-General Fund Transfer and Assignment of Fund Balance
17-20
42-46
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
5.OLD BUSINESS
6.NEW BUSINESS
A.Announcement of Meetings
1. Future Draft Agendas: City Council May 2, 2017, Council/Manager May 9, 2017
and City Council May 16, 2017
47-49
B.Mayor and Council Communications
7.ADJOURNMENT
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
GOLDEN VALLEY, MINNESOTA
April 4, 2017
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Harris called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
1A. Pledge of Allegiance
1B. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Shep Harris, Council Members Joanie Clausen, Larry Fonnest, Andy Snope
and Steve Schmidgall. Also present were: City Manager Cruikshank, City Attorney Barnard
and City Clerk Luedke.
1C. Recognize City Attorney Allen Barnard for his Years of Service to the City of
Golden Valley
Mayor Harris presented retiring City Attorney Allen Barnard several gifts for his years of
service to the City of Golden Valley. Former Golden Valley City Council Member, State
Representative Mike Freiberg congratulated Mr. Barnard on his retirement. The Council
thanked City Attorney Barnard for his years of dedicated service to the City of Golden Valley.
2. ADDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
MOTION made by Council Member Schmidgall, seconded by Council Member Clausen to
approve the agenda of April 4, 2017 as submitted and the motion carried.
3. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION made by Council Member Clausen, seconded by Council Member Fonnest to
approve the consent agenda of April 4, 2017, as revised: removal of 3F-METRO Blue Line
Extension Business Advisory Committee Appointments and the motion carried.
3A.Approve Minutes of the City Council Meeting of March 21, 2017.
3B. Approve City Check Register and authorize the payment of the bills as submitted.
3C1.Approve requests for beer and/or wine at Brookview Park as recommended by staff.
3D.Accept for filing the Minutes of Boards and Commissions as follows:
1. Planning Commission - February 27
2. Special Planning Commission - March 13, 2017
3. Human Right Commission - December 27, 2016
4. Human Service Fund - February 13, 2017
5. Environmental Commission - February 27, 2017
6. Joint Water Commission - January 4, 2017
7. Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission - January 19 and February 16,
2017
3E1.Authorizing a contract with UHL Company, Inc. in the amount of $33,100 for the Public
Safety Building HVAC System Upgrade Project No. 16-08.
3F.METRO Blue Line Extension - Business Advisory Committee Appointments.
Unofficial City Council Minutes -2- April 4, 2017
3. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
3F. METRO Blue Line Extension - Business Advisory Council Appointments
Physical Development Nevinski answered questions from Council regarding the Business
Advisory Committee appointments.
MOTION made by Council Member Snope, seconded by Council Member Clausen to
reappoint Alison Pence and Ben Colglazier to the METRO Blue Line Extension Business
Advisory Committee and the motion carried.
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6. NEW BUSINESS
6A. Authorization to Sign Amendment to Legal Services Agreement with Best &
Flanagan
City Manager Cruikshank presented the staff report and answered questions from Council.
City Attorney Barnard answered questions from Council.
MOTION made by Council Member Clausen, seconded by Council Member Fonnest to
authorize the City Manager to sign the Amendment to the Legal Services Agreement between
the City of Golden Valley and Best & Flanagan LLP for City Attorney Services and the motion
carried.
6B. Announcement of Meetings
Some Council Members may attend the PRISM Lunch (Preserving Affordable Housing) on
April 5, 2017, at noon at PRISM located at 730 Florida Avenue South.
Some Council Members may attend the Reneu Sport & Health Ribbon Cutting on April 6,
2017, from 4 to 4:30 pm at 8401 Golden Valley Road, Suite 301.
Some Council Members may attend the Planning Commission’s Comp Plan Conversation on
Housing on April 12, 2017, from 6 to 7:30 pm in the Council Chambers.
The next Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting will be held on April 13, 2017, at
6:30 pm.
The next Council/Manager meeting will be held on April 13, 2017, immediately following the
HRA meeting.
A Council Security training will be held on April 13, 2017, immediately following the
Council/Manager meeting.
Some Council Members may attend Congressman Ellison’s Civic 101 Forum on April 19,
2017, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Council Chambers.
Some Council Members may attend the Jewish Family Council Service/PRISM New Building
Project Kick-off meeting on April 20, 2017, from 11 am to noon at PRISM located at 730
Florida Avenue.
Unofficial City Council Minutes -3- April 4, 2017
6B. Announcement of Meetings - continued
Some Council Members may attend the Metro Cities Annual meeting on April 20, 2017, at
5:30 pm at the University Club located at 420 Summit Avenue in St. Paul.
The next Council Quarterly Review session will be held on April 20, 2017, at 5:30 pm in the
Council Conference room.
The next City Council meeting will be held on April 20, 2017, at 6:30 pm.
Some Council Members may attend the Golden Valley Business Council meeting on April 27,
2017, from 7:30 to 9 am at Second Harvest Heartland located at 6325 Sandburg Road.
Some Council members may attend an Open House for Cornerstone Creek on April 27,
2017, from 11:30 am to 1 pm at Cornerstone Creek located at 9280 Golden Valley Road.
Some Council Members may attend the Golden Valley Run the Valley Race/Walk on April
29, 2017, beginning at 7:45 am at the Davis Community Center at Meadowbrook School
located at 5430 Glenwood Avenue.
6C. Mayor and Council Communication
No action and/or discussion took place.
7.ADJOURNMENT
MOTION made by Council Member Snope, seconded by Council Member Clausen and the
motion carried to adjourn the meeting at 7:02 pm.
_______________________________
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
April 20, 2017
Agenda Item
3. B. 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.
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
April 20, 2017
Agenda Item
3. C. 1. Amendment to Club and Sunday Liquor License Premises for Chester Bird American Legion
Prepared By
Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Summary
Chester Bird American Legion located at 200 North Lilac Drive has made a request to the City for
an amendment to their Club and Sunday liquor license to add an outdoor patio on their premises.
The Legion is will be installing a 4’ vinyl coated chain link fence around the patio area. All
requirements have been met with the Inspections Department.
Recommended Action
Motion to approve the amendment to the Club and Sunday Liquor License premises for Chester
Bird American Legion, 200 Lilac Drive.
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
April 20, 2017
Agenda Item
3. C. 2. General Business Licenses
Prepared By
Shannon Dietrich, Administrative Assistant
Summary
As per City Code, some businesses are required to be licensed by the City. Listed below are the
license number, applicant name and address, license type and fee of those who have submitted
an application for approval.
#9435 Allied Waste Services 11 Refuse Vehicles $ 550.00
9813 Flying Cloud Drive
#9431 Allied Waste Services 10 Recycling Vehicle $ 500.00
9813 Flying Cloud Drive
Recommended Action
Motion to authorize the issuance of licenses as recommended by staff.
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
April 20, 2017
Agenda Item
3. C. 3. Therapeutic Massage Facility License - True Blue Massage and Bodywork
Prepared By
Jason Sturgis, Chief of Police
Jeff Johnson, Sergeant
Summary
True Blue Massage and Bodywork, located at 8421 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 230 has applied
for a massage facility license. Documents submitted by the applicant indicate that True Blue
Massage is owned by Tatyana Vecherkova of Plymouth, Minnesota. True Blue Massage and
Bodywork will be sub-leasing a room within Andrashko Chiropractic. A background investigation
of Ms. Vecherkova including record checks been completed. The applicant meets City Code
requirements for the issuance of a massage facility license.
Recommended Action
Motion to approve the issuance of a Therapeutic Massage Facility License for True Blue Massage
and Bodywork located at 8421 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 230.
Regular Meeting of the
Golden Valley Planning Commission
March 27, 2017
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,
March 27, 2017. Chair Segelbaum called the meeting to order at 7 pm.
Those present were Planning Commissioners Blenker, Johnson, Kluchka, Segelbaum,
and Waldhauser. Also present were Planning Manager Jason Zimmerman, Associate
Planner/Grant Writer Emily Goellner, and Administrative Assistant Lisa Wittman.
Commissioners Baker and Blum were absent.
1. Approval of Minutes
February 27, 2017, Regular Planning Commission Meeting
MOVED by Waldhauser, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to
approve the February 27, 2017, minutes as submitted.
March 13, 2017, Special Planning Commission Meeting
MOVED by Blenker, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the March 13, 2017, minutes as submitted.
2. Continued Comp Plan Discussion – Land Use
Zimmerman stated that this is a continuation from the last Planning Commission meeting
regarding land use where the discussion included the I-394 Corridor Planning District, and
the Douglas Drive/Duluth Street Planning District. This meeting will focus on the
Downtown West Planning District and the Golden Valley Road Light Rail Station Area. He
reminded the Commissioners of some of the themes in the Comp Plan including:
supporting a dynamic town center, showcasing Golden Valley as a “green” community,
emphasizing all aspects of a multi-modal transportation system, striving to be inclusive
with population and housing, and making important investments in infrastructure.
Waldhauser asked if the theme of striving to be inclusive includes economic inclusiveness
in terms of a range in housing costs. Zimmerman said yes, and added that it also includes
senior housing and racial diversity among other things.
Kluchka asked if the theme regarding sustainability will also include the resilience term
that has recently started. Zimmerman said yes, there will be a chapter in the Comp Plan
regarding sustainability and resilience. Waldhauser said she likes that resilience of the
business community and the employment opportunities it provides is included under the
sustainability and resilience umbrella.
Zimmerman referred to a map of the proposed Downtown West Planning District and
discussed the borders of the district, areas that have potential to change, and properties
that are unlikely to redevelop. He stated that he is looking for the Commission’s feedback
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on the boundaries of the proposed district and what uses they would like to encourage or
prohibit.
Kluchka referred to the southwest corner of Highway 55 and Winnetka Ave. and
suggested that it be added to Downtown West Planning District. He questioned if there is
an opportunity for the City, rather than a developer, to develop that underutilized property
with some type of public amenity. Zimmerman explained that some federal money went
into securing that corner of Brookview Park so there may be some limitations in what can
be developed there.
Zimmerman continued discussing the proposed Downtown West Planning District and
noted that the properties marked with an X have had fairly significant investments made,
they likely won’t change, or it is the right kind of use in its location. He highlighted areas
that are more likely to change starting with the southeast corner of Highway 55 and
Winnetka Ave. He stated that during the last Comp Plan update this area was re-
designated to allow higher density residential but when it came to rezoning the area, it
was ultimately decided to revise the Comp Plan back to low density residential. He said
there has been some discussion since regarding the best use for this corner and
explained that a more dense residential development could make sense in this location
but there are some limitations due to some traffic concerns especially with commercial
uses or a typical multi-family building. A senior use with some sort of assisted living could
work because the traffic counts would be low enough to get additional density without
putting too much extra strain on that intersection.
Segelbaum asked if staff is looking for feedback on both land use and zoning.
Zimmerman said just land use at this time because the rezoning of properties comes at a
later date. Segelbaum asked about the current land use designation of the southeast
corner of Highway 55 and Winnetka. Zimmerman said the land use designation is low
density and the parcels are zoned Single Family (R-1) Residential. Segelbaum asked if
staff is suggesting that the area is appropriate for higher density. Zimmerman said yes,
but if the consensus is that the area should stay low density then it doesn’t need to be
included in the boundary of the proposed planning district. Waldhauser asked if the
current designation allows both R-1 and R-2 zoned properties. Zimmerman said yes.
Zimmerman next referred to the area within the Downtown West Planning District that
includes Cornerstone Creek and Hello Apartments and the properties along Golden
Valley Road closer to Highway 169. He said there have been discussions about that area
being a mixed use/flexible area where there could be some medium or high density
residential uses mixed in amongst office or neighborhood level commercial uses. He
stated that staff feels this is an area where these types of uses makes sense.
Zimmerman referred to another area within the Downtown West Planning District that
could also be designated for mixed or flexible uses. This area includes the parcels
bounded by Wisconsin Avenue North on the west, 10
th Avenue on the north, Winnetka
Avenue on the east and Bassett Creek on the south. This area could also be a good area
for some residential uses because it is close to downtown and walkable. Zimmerman
noted that the Wells Fargo and Park Nicollet parcels may also be more likely to change
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than some of the other parcels in the area and he would like some feedback regarding
uses that might work for these properties.
Zimmerman referred to an area along Boone Avenue and Bassett Creek, south of 10
th
Avenue that currently consists of Light Industrial and Office uses and said he would like
feedback on whether this area should stay as it is or if some other uses should be allowed
in the City’s Light Industrial and Industrial zoning districts but keeping it a buffer between
the heavier industrial uses to the west and the downtown area.
The last area Zimmerman discussed is the Post Office site. He stated that staff hasn’t
heard that the Post Office is leaving, but it is a large site that could potentially be used for
Commercial or Office uses.
Waldhauser noted that the parcels west of Decatur have not been discussed. Zimmerman
stated that much of the City’s Industrial base is in that area and that staff may recommend
some adjustments to the types of uses allowed in that area, but probably not to the land
use designations.
Segelbaum asked what Downtown West means and if calling the area Downtown West
connotes that it is a combination of many different uses or if it means there is a retail use.
Zimmerman explained that as development has occurred along Golden Valley Road with
Hello and Cornerstone Creek there has been the desire to connect the area to the
traditional downtown Golden Valley area with sidewalks and other public improvements.
Segelbaum asked the Commissioners how they felt about the proposed boundaries for
the Downtown West Planning District. Waldhauser said she likes the proposed
boundaries and thinks it is a good way to focus on a contiguous area. Blenker said she
was surprised to see the residential area south of Highway 55 included but it makes
sense to include it in the discussion. She referred to the triangular-shaped parcel on the
far eastern side of the district that is a Commercial use and asked why that isn’t included
within the boundaries of the proposed district. Zimmerman said that is the Schuller’s
property which is a Commercial use in a Residential Zoning District. Waldhauser
suggested it be included in the district, Blenker agreed. Zimmerman explained that it is
currently considered non-conforming. He stated that it is a difficult parcel and because of
its triangular shape it has two front setbacks. He added that if Schuller’s were to leave, it
would be a residential property. Kluchka said he wants the boundary to extend to the
southwest corner of Highway 55 and Winnetka Avenue and he would advocate for high
density residential where Schuller’s is now located. Segelbaum said it seems that the
consensus of the Commission is that the proposed boundaries are fine.
Johnson said he is wondering about the impact of high density residential on a
neighboring area and how it changes the composition of an area. He also asked about
the market demand for Industrial buildings. Zimmerman said the City is seeing more
vacancies in the Light Industrial properties and that Industrial properties seem to be more
stable. He explained that the Economic Development section of the Comp Plan will focus
on these types of issues. Waldhauser said she thinks that surrounding development
raises land value. She added that businesses might move elsewhere and ask for their
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properties to be rezoned if it becomes more valuable, but as long as businesses think
their location is important to them they’ll stay.
Zimmerman referred to the properties on the southeast corner of Highway 55 and
Winnetka Avenue. He reiterated that those properties were guided for Medium Density
Residential during the last Comp Plan update. There was some pushback to leave them
guided for Low Density so the area was re-designated and rezoned back to Low Density
Residential and R-1 Single Family Residential. He said he would like to discuss revisiting
the option of higher density in this area because the City Council has said they like the
idea of making the area more supportive of people who can walk, bike and shop in the
downtown area.
Waldhauser said her recollection is that there was an objection to higher density senior
housing because it is not really walkable to downtown because of the difficulty in getting
across Highway 55. She said she doesn’t know if progress has been made with making it
easier to get across Winnetka Avenue or Highway 55. She added that the other objection
is the traffic issues with anything higher density than R-2 so it seems that R-2 is as high
as the density can go on these properties. Kluchka said he doesn’t have an issue leaving
the properties as they currently are, but there are senior developments that could be
viable in this location such as highly assisted people and people with memory care needs
who don’t necessarily drive or are able to walk to the downtown shops. Segelbaum asked
about the land use designation for that type of use. Zimmerman said it would probably be
designated Medium Density with a bonus for seniors. Waldhauser said that could create a
high rise building over six stories in height and that residential neighbors do not like that.
Blenker said she likes that the area is walkable to downtown, it’s protected from the other
lower density areas, and has amenities like the parks nearby. She said it seems
reasonable to increase the density on these properties. Kluchka said he would be
interested in hearing opinions from senior housing developers about this area.
Zimmerman said the City has talked to some developers, but there has been resistance
to sell and rezone the properties. Waldhauser said it seems that if the goal is to support
downtown businesses a senior development with residents who aren’t very mobile might
not be the best use. Segelbaum said it seems the consensus for the land use designation
in this area would be Medium-Low Density.
Zimmerman referred to the area furthest west in the proposed district along Golden Valley
Road. He said that a type of flexible zoning might work in this area and would allow
neighborhood commercial, office, and R-3 to R-4 housing. Kluchka asked if the purpose
in creating a new land use concept is to make it easier to change and as good ideas
come to the City, they won’t have to go through the process of rezoning or re-designating
property with every proposal. Zimmerman said yes. Waldhauser said a mixed or flexible
use in this area seems to make sense especially with the new higher density projects that
are being built. Kluchka agreed and said he likes the opportunity of making a downtown
walkable loop with wayfinding signs and a comprehensive walking plan. Johnson said he
supports a flexible use in this area and that it could become an interesting adjunct to
downtown especially with places to shop and eat.
Zimmerman referred to the area north of Bassett Creek and south of 10
th Avenue
between Wisconsin and Winnetka Avenues. He said the area currently has some
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Commercial and Light Industrial uses but it backs up to Bassett Creek so there may some
opportunities for housing. Kluchka asked if there is any opportunity for redevelopment in
this area. Zimmerman said he has heard that one business might possibly be leaving
which could open it up to other opportunities including R-3 or R-4 residential or senior
housing because it is close to the library, government center and downtown. Waldhauser
asked if single level twin homes would be allowed in R-3. Zimmerman said it is tough to
find land for that type of development. Waldhauser questioned if the City could limit the
type of housing that is built without disadvantaging the current land owner. Goellner
stated that townhomes and duplexes are permitted in the R-3 Zoning District. Segelbaum
stated that given its proximity to downtown, he would be in favor changing the land use to
Medium or High Density Residential.
Blenker asked if it is considered “down zoning” to rezone a property from Industrial to
Residential. Zimmerman said there would need to be thorough discussions with the City
Attorney before rezoning any properties.
Kluchka asked Zimmerman if he is including the McKesson parking lot. Zimmerman said
he considered it but it is a small lot that might be difficult to build on.
Zimmerman referred to the Park Nicollet/Wells Fargo parcels. He said if those properties
were to turn over it seems a mix of commercial/retail/residential might work. Waldhauser
said it would be nice to use the flexible category for these properties especially if the north
side of the property were residential.
Johnson said he lives in this area and hears comments about the sensitivity of building
things where there hasn’t been anything built before and the loss of sun and openness.
He said people drive really fast on Golden Valley Road and he would be more in favor of
commercial or office so it doesn’t become a tunnel with tall buildings and end up
exacerbating the traffic issues. Zimmerman stated that there have been studies done that
show as buildings are pushed closer to the street people feel more confined and tend to
slow down.
Segelbaum asked if staff has a recommendation about the use of these parcels.
Zimmerman said staff doesn’t have a recommendation, but feels that commercial or
commercial with residential would be reasonable. Waldhauser said in terms of residential
she would not want to see a high rise building, but she would like to see something lower,
more in scale with the buildings that are already there. Kluchka said he is interested in
seeing these parcels and the Golden Valley Shopping Center classified as flexible use to
encourage commercial and industrial combinations. He said the value of having Park
Nicollet and Wells Fargo is significant but some interesting developments could be done
with a high rise/commercial/residential opportunity that steps down as it gets closer to
Golden Valley Road would be appealing and appropriate. Segelbaum said he would like
the Golden Valley Shopping Center to remain Commercial. Waldhauser stated that the
west end of the shopping center seems like it could allow more flexible uses.
Kluchka asked if there is an opportunity with the flexible land use designation to force a
design review process. Zimmerman said yes, a site plan review could be required.
Blenker asked what can be influenced in a site plan review. Zimmerman explained that
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certain qualitative standards have to be met if a site plan review is required. Waldhauser
added that specific development guidelines would also have to be met. Johnson agreed
that there needs to be some controls in the flexible use category.
Zimmerman referred to the Post Office property and noted that the whole block is
Commercial. He asked the Commissioners if they would like to keep it designated for
Commercial uses. Waldhauser asked if that property is big enough for a senior residence.
Zimmerman said it would be big enough. Kluchka said he could see commercial/office
use on this site.
Zimmerman next referred to the area near Basset Creek along Boone Avenue, south of
10th Avenue. Segelbaum asked if the properties in that area are Light Industrial.
Zimmerman said the properties on the east side of Boone Avenue are Light Industrial and
the properties on the west side of Boone Avenue are Industrial. Kluchka asked about
development opportunities in this area. Zimmerman said it is hard to say because the
Light Industrial property on 7
th Avenue has been very active and has obtained several
Conditional Use Permits for various uses. Segelbaum asked about staff’s
recommendations for this area. Zimmerman said he thinks the uses allowed in the Light
Industrial and Industrial Zoning Districts could be reconsidered. Kluchka said this doesn’t
seem like the right area to focus on and he would like to discuss it again in the future after
he sees what the rest of the area looks like. Segelbaum agreed this area doesn’t seem to
be a primary priority, but he would be open to allowing Commercial uses if it doesn’t
disrupt other uses. Waldhauser said she thinks the City should encourage retail in this
area.
Segelbaum opened the meeting to public comments.
Steve Mattix, 1604 St. Croix Circle, said everything he has heard sounds good but right
now everything in the Downtown West area is facing Highway 55 and the backsides
facing Golden Valley Road should be addressed as well. He said the last consideration
should be traffic on Golden Valley Road because if you need to get through Golden
Valley there is a freeway. He said one thing he thinks is missing are things made for
pedestrians and people don’t speed down Main Street in Wayzata because there are
people walking around and there are stores right up against the roads. Segelbaum asked
Mattix if he is suggesting certain types of uses along either side of Golden Valley. Mattix
said that right now the backside of the commercial building looks like the backside of a
building so he wonders if something can be done to make it look like the building faces
both Golden Valley Road and Highway 55.
Seeing and hearing no one else wising the comment, Segelbaum closed the public
comment period.
Zimmerman said the other area he would like discuss is the proposed Golden Valley
Road Light Rail Station Area. He explained that he doesn’t want to get too far into the
planning process in this area due to the unknowns regarding funding of the Light Rail
project. As the City learns more staff will go into more detail and possibly work with a
TOD land use expert. He referred to a map of the area and noted the two station
locations. He discussed the boundaries of the area and the locations within the area that
seem to be the most likely to be impacted. He explained that the majority of this area is
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single family homes and staff has heard from several residents that they don’t want any
change beyond the light rail stations. However, the Metropolitan Council is requiring the
City to plan for more intense development in the future. He stated that other than buying
individual parcels, the only real opportunity is the St. Margaret Mary Church property. He
stated that the City has had conversations with the church and they do not have plans to
leave and the City does not want to push them out, but the City has to consider long term
plans and this is the most obvious land use change to consider in this area since it is right
across the street from the proposed Golden Valley Road station. He added that there may
be opportunities to add some higher density residential along the main roads such as
Golden Valley Road or Zenith Avenue, or in the south end of the proposed district near
the Plymouth Avenue/Theodore Wirth Park station. He added that there may also be
some opportunity for development of residential properties or possibly a trail head for
Sochacki Park on the Fire Station #3 property depending on the results of the City’s
current Fire Station Study.
Kluchka said he thinks the boundaries of the area are correct as shown. Waldhauser
questioned if the area to the northeast of St. Margaret Mary Church should be included
because that is an established residential neighborhood. Zimmerman said it is within a 10
minute walking distance of the Golden Valley Road Station. Segelbaum said it comes
down somewhat to short term versus long term planning and he doesn’t have a strong
opinion about change happening soon in this area. Waldhauser questioned if property
owners on either side of Golden Valley Road would have different opportunities if their
properties were rezoned because it might make values go up. Kluchka suggested
removing the area north of Wirth Parkway. The Commission agreed.
Blenker asked about the Metropolitan Council requirements for this area. Zimmerman
stated that they want the City to plan for development potential that would support a light
rail station. Blenker said this is a low density area made up mostly of single family homes
but when she thinks of the number of people that are going to be added to the region it is
a failure of imagination to think these areas can’t support the density. She said she thinks
the land values will go up as soon as it becomes more secure that the light rail will come.
She questioned if the City could do a timetable and change the zoning at a certain date
so people can plan for change instead of waiting for change to happen which can seem
more scary. Zimmerman agreed and said that a plan will be figured out in order to give
people some more assurance.
Segelbaum opened the meeting to public comments.
Kevin Johnson, 1810 Zephyr Place, said he is wondering what will happen with funding.
He said he wonders about the valuation of the properties because if he decides to sell his
home there are things he’ll have to disclose about zoning, etc. He said he is concerned
about emergency services if development does occur because there is limited access. He
added that he is also concerned about oil trains using the tracks.
Seeing and hearing no one else wishing to comment, Segelbaum closed the public
comment period.
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Zimmerman explained that state statutes require that once a Comprehensive Plan is
adopted and land use changes have been made, the zoning has to be made consistent
with the Comp Plan within nine months. He referred to the City’s Zoning Map and
discussed various parcels throughout the City where there are conflicts or discrepancies.
He said he is looking for feedback on whether to change either the zoning or the land use
designation on these parcels. The first parcel discussed was the General Mills property
north of Highway 55. He noted that the north half of the property is zoned Industrial but it
is used as a nature area. He said he questions if it should be reflected that way in the
zoning and that he would work with the Finance Department to discuss any impacts that
may have. Waldhauser asked if General Mills owns the nature area property and if they
would be involved in discussions regarding the property because she assumes it is
valuable land if they ever want to develop it. Zimmerman said yes, General Mills owns the
property but he doesn’t know what kind, if any, legal protections are on the land regarding
development but he wants it to be clear on the land use map.
Zimmerman referred to the nature area south of Highway 55 also owned by General Mills
and said it is designated as open space on the land use map but is zoned Business and
Professional Offices. The next area discussed was the General Mills campus south of
Highway 55 which is designated Office but it is zoned Industrial. He said that property
should probably be rezoned to Business and Professional Offices since there aren’t
Industrial uses occurring.
Zimmerman referred to the Tennant properties north of Highway 55 east of Highway 100
and stated that there are several parcels that are zoned differently, however the entire
quadrant is guided Industrial on the land use map. Zimmerman stated that Tennant’s plan
was to expand their corporate headquarters on these properties in the future, but
according to recent conversations with Tennant they may be looking elsewhere, so the
south half of this quadrant may be opened up to other developments. Kluchka said he
thinks office would be a good designation for this property. Waldhauser said she thinks it
would also work for Industrial uses.
Zimmerman next referred to an area south of Breck school where Ottawa Avenue joins
Glenwood Avenue and stated that Breck is working on a master plan for their campus and
have purchased two of the existing residential properties. Breck has said they are
interested in trying to acquire other properties which might help re-align the intersection to
get the traffic to flow better. Zimmerman suggested reguiding some of these properties
toward an Institutional use if they are incorporated into their campus.
Zimmerman said lastly, there is a property on the corner of Golden Valley Road and Lilac
Drive (former Montessori school) where there is an inconsistency between the land use
and the zoning. The property is guided for Low Density Residential and is zoned
Commercial so he would like the Commission’s feedback on what use they think would
work on this property. Segelbaum asked if there have been any inquiries about this
property. Zimmerman said there have been a few low impact commercial uses
suggested. Waldhauser said this property seems like it should be residential or it would
be nice to put a park on it. Kluchka said it would be a great site for a yoga studio.
Waldhauser noted that it was a hair salon for many years so maybe if the City had a
smaller scale commercial district that might work, or a small townhome development
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March 27, 2017
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might work in this location as well. Blenker said it looks like a single family property to her.
Zimmerman said it probably was originally.
Zimmerman referred to the land use categories and the zoning district categories and
explained that he is suggesting they be amended because they do not align with each
other and it will resolve some of the current land use/zoning conflicts. The current
residential land use categories are: Low Density (up to 5 units/acre), Medium-Low Density
(5 to 12 units/acre), Medium-High Density (12 to 20 units/acre), and High Density (over 20
units/acre). Staff is proposing the land use categories be amended as follows: Low
Intensity (up to 5 units/acre), Moderate Intensity (5 to 8 units/acre), Medium Intensity (8 to
20 units/acre), and High Intensity (over 20 units/acre)
Zimmerman explained that the current residential zoning districts are as follows: R-1
Single Family (up to 5 units/acre), R-2 Moderate Density (up to 8 units/acre), R-3 Medium
Density (up to 10 units/acre; 12 with bonus), R-4 High Density (over 12 units/acre). Staff
is proposing the zoning districts be amended as follows: R-1 Single Family (up to 5
units/acre), R-2 Moderate Density (up to 8 units/acre), R-3 Medium Density (up to 20
units/acre), and R-4 High Density (over 20 units/acre)
Segelbaum referred to the properties on Harold Avenue (east of the church) that are
currently zoned R-2 and asked if there has been any discussion about changing those
back to R-1. Zimmerman said no and explained that those properties have been guided
for low density which allows up to 5 units per acre, but they have been zoned R-2 which
allows up to 8 units per acre. He thinks the best solution would be to re-guide the land
use to Moderate Intensity which allows up to 8 units per acre and would be consistent
with the R-2 Zoning District. Segelbaum said he thinks the public has been accepting that
there may be some increase in density from what is there now, but thus far nothing has
worked so he doesn’t know if these properties will ever become more dense. Zimmerman
said the City will probably see some lot splits on these properties which will create
smaller, narrower lots with the homes placed toward the front of the lots and keeping the
buffer from Highway 55 in the back.
Zimmerman stated that the next step will be a Comp Plan Conversation about housing on
April 12 and staff will bring a proposed future land use map back to the Planning
Commission on April 24.
--Short Recess--
3. Reports on Meetings of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, City
Council, Board of Zoning Appeals and other Meetings
Segelbaum reported on the last City Council meeting where they approved adding a
youth member to the boards and commissions. Zimmerman added that the City Council
liked the mentorship idea that the Planning Commission discussed.
Johnson asked about the committee regarding public art for Central Park West. Goellner
stated that they are waiting to get an anchor tenant before the committee moves forward.
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March 27, 2017
Page 10
4. Other Business
•Council Liaison Report
No report was given.
5. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:12 pm.
__________________________________________________________
John Kluchka, Secretary Lisa Wittman, Administrative Assistant
Golden Valley Human Services Fund (GVHSF) Meeting
Minutes
March 13, 2017
Present:Denise La Mere-Anderson, Kathryn Frommer, Peder Hanson, Elissa Heilicher, Andrea
Mac Arthur, Scott Charlesworth-Seiler, Joanie Clausen and Brian Erickson, Staff Liaison.
Not Attending:Aaron Black, Hilmer Erickson, Alan Ingber, Sarah Meyerring, Toots Vodovoz
Call to Order: La Mere-Anderson called the meeting to order at 6:48 p.m.
Agenda Changes or Additions:None
February 8 Minutes:Charles-Seiler moved and Hanson seconded the motion to approve the
minutes from February 14. The motion passed unanimously
Run the Valley:
Runner Update:Erickson reported that there are 73 registered for the 5K Run, 76 registered for
the 10K Run, and 26 registered for the 5K Walk. This is slightly more than last year at this time.
Sponsor Update:Sponsor list was reviewed and it was noted that we are close to the 5K
fundraising goal. Discussion on contacting businesses that have not committed.
Volunteers: Erickson passed out the volunteer sheet. Members reviewed or added themselves
to the sheet. Erickson noted that more volunteers are needed and he would reach out to
schools. La Mere-Anderson suggested reaching out to funded agencies to ask them to
volunteer. A letter will be drafted and sent.
Marketing/Publicity: Information will be or has been sent to the SunPost, Channel 12, Golden
Valley City newsletter and the Park and Recreation brochure.
Other Business:
Bylaws Review:Bylaws were reviewed and were agreed to be acceptable.
Non 501c3 Agency Funding:Mac Arthur had questions about the funding for non 510c3
organizations. Erickson stated that he would gather information to answer her question.
Adjournment:Mac Arthur moved to adjourn the meeting, Hanson seconded the motion. The
meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Denise La Mere-Anderson, GVHSF Chair Brian Erickson, Staff Liaison
GOLDENVALLEYOPEN SPACE& RECREATIONCOMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
February27,2017
1.Call to Order
Rosenquist called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
2. Roll Call
Present:Commissioners: Roger Bergman, Andy Bukowski, Cindy Carow-Schiebe, Gillian Rosenquist,
and Dawn Speltz. Staff: Rick Birno, Director of Parks and Recreation.
Absent:John Cornelius, Kelly Kuebelbeck, Bob Mattison, and Kimberly Sanberg.
3. Agenda ChangesorAdditions
None.
4.Approval ofMinutes–January 23, 2017
MOTION:Moved by Bergman and seconded by Bukowski to approve the January 23, 2017 meeting
minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Resolution To Approve RecognizedGoldenValleyYouth Athletic Associations
MOTION:Moved by Bergman and seconded by Carow-Schiebeto recognize Youth Athletic
Associations listed on theagenda. Motion carried unanimously.
6. OSRCBylawsUpdate – TeenCommissionMember
Birno said the Council has committed to the addition of a youth member to serve on city commissions.
The youth must be in grades 9-12 and liveor attend school in Golden Valley and will serve as a voting
Commissioner on most ofthe city commissions. The OSRC will then be made up of nine adult
members and one youth member.
MOTION:Moved by Bukowski and seconded by Bergman to change the OSRC by-laws to add a
voting youth Commissionmember. Motion carriedunanimously.
7. MetroBlue Line Update
Rosenquist said there is no update and the next meeting is March 6.
8. GoldenValleyBicycle and Pedestrian PlanningTask Force Update
No update.
9. Comprehensive Planning Review
(PerpichCenter forArtsandSandburg Athletic Facility)
The OSRC reviewed the additions and changes they made to the previous recreation areas and
community parks for what will be the 2018-2028 Comprehensive Park Plan.
10. CommissionandStaffUpdates
Schaper Park – Birno saidthe city is working with Three Rivers to add a Challenge Course and an all-
inclusive play structure at Schaper Park. They are working on a number of potential grants for this
project. Improvements will also include a new water station and sun shelter.
BrookviewConstruction – Birno said the construction is moving along well. He said the structural
steel work is complete and 60% of the roof is complete. Next steps will be to seal off the building and
make it watertight. The project is about three to four weeks behind schedule.
Open Space & Recreation Commission Minutes
February 27, 2017
Page 2
Master’sCupCrossCountrySkiRace atWirth – Birno received communication that the event will
not include Sweeney or Twin Lakes as part of the race course.
OSRC AnnualReport – Birno said the annual report will presented to the Council on May 9.
Comprehensive PlanOpen House – Birno said thepublic open house to discuss the parks section of
the Comprehensive Plan will be held on August 7 at City Hall, with Council/Manager review on August
8.
11. Adjournment
MOTION:Moved by Bergman and seconded by Speltz to adjourn at 8 pm. Motion carried
unanimously.
ATTEST:John Cornelius, Chair
Sheila Van Sloun, Administrative Assistant
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
April 20, 2017
Agenda Item
3. E. Approval of Amendments to Employee Handbook
Prepared By
Tim Cruikshank, City Manager
Summary
The Employee Handbook needs to be updated due to changes in State Law, City practices and
proposed changes for more efficient operations. The proposed amendments to the Employee
Handbook.
Attachments
•Draft Employee Handbook pages (3 pages)
•Resolution Adopting Amendments to Employee Handbook (1 page)
Recommended Action
Motion to adopt Resolution Adopting Amendments to Employee Handbook.
Lunch & Rest Breaks Section 6.10
Effective 1/1/2006; Updated 4/20/2017
Nursing Mothers
For one year after a child's birth, nursing mothers will be provided reasonable unpaid break time to express milk.The
City will provide a room (other than a bathroom)where the nursing mother can express milk in private.The room will be
as close as possible to the employee's work area, include access to an electrical outlet, and be shielded from view and
free from intrusion by other people.
Sick Leave Section 7.10
Effective 1/1/2006; Revised 1/1/2010, 7/16/2013,4/20/2017
Permitted Uses of Sick Leave
Sick leave may be approved only for days when an employee would otherwise have been at his or her employment. It
may be used,with the approval of the supervisor, in any of the following cases:
• when the employee cannot work because of the illness, injury, or disability of themselves,their children,
spouse, parents, stepchildren, stepparents, siblings, or grandparents
• for medical, dental,chiropractic,or optical examinations or treat-ment of the employee or employee's
children (appointments should be scheduled to minimize the amount of disruption to the workday)
• when the employee's presence would jeopardize the health of other employees by exposing them to
contagious disease
• during the period of incapacity when an employee is on Family and Medical Leave for his/her own illness or
injury or the serious health condition of eligible family members
• when an employee is receiving or providing assistance because he/she or a relative, which includes
employee's adult child, spouse, sibling, parent, mother-in-law, father-in-law,grandchild,grandparent, or
stepparent, is a victim of sexual assault, domestic abuse, or stalking. Safety leave for listed relatives, other
than the employee and the employee's child, is limited to 160 hours in any 12-month period.
• when an employee is subpoenaed or requested by the prosecuting attorney to attend court or criminal
proceedings related to the victim's case because he/she is the victim or witness or is the spouse or
immediate family member of such victim. Immediate family member includes parent, spouse,child, or
sibling of the employee.
• in the event of a death in the family. Up to five days of sick leave may be used for the death of a spouse or
child (including stepchildren), up to three days for a death in the immediate family, and up to one day for
the death of any person in the next degree of kindred (see Section 7.25 for more information on funeral
leave).
Family Medical Leave Section 7.40
Effective 1/1/2006; Updated 1/28/2008, 1/1/2009,4/20/2017
Length of Leave
The length of FMLA leave is not to exceed 12 weeks in any rolling 12-month period.The entitlement to FMLA leave for
the birth or placement of a child expires 12 months after the birth or placement of the child. If an employee takes FMLA
leave for a reason unrelated to pregnancy,the employee is still entitled to 12 weeks of leave for pregnancy-related
illness and parental leave under Minnesota Pregnancy and Parental Leave (see Parental Leave, Section 7.45).
Compensatory Time Section 8.25
Effective 1/1/2006; Updated 4/20/2017
Compensatory(comp)time is paid time off which is earned and accrued by an employee in lieu of immediate cash
payment for statutory overtime hours. As a condition for use of compensatory time in lieu of overtime payment in cash,
the City has established the following guidelines for accrual and use of comp time:
• Non-exempt employees may accrue a maximum of 40-60hours during the comp time fiscal year that begins
after the last full pay period in October. Hours not used by the end of the last October pay period will be
paid out.
• Minimum overtime hours earned to be used for compensatory hours is one hour. Minimum compensatory
hours to be used for time off is one hour.
• At the end of the fiscal year, any unused balance of comp hours will be paid out.
• Any compensatory time or overtime must be approved in advance by the supervisor or department head.
• Exempt employees are not eligible for overtime payment.
See Section 8.30 for information on exempt employees.
Car Allowance Section 8.30
Effective 1/1/2006; Updated 4/20/2017
The City Council has approved a car allowance for the following positions within the City of Golden Valley if appointed
on or before May 31, 2014, unless specified in a separate employment agreement:
• City Manager
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• Dem
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Direr-ter of Planning and Development
• City Engineer
• Public Works Maintenance Manager
The City Council has approved a take-home vehicle for the following positions within the City of Golden Valley if
appointed on or before May 31, 2014, unless specified in a separate employment agreement:
• Fire Chief
Alternate Duty Section 11.20
Effective 2/1/2006
Regular employees may request reasonable accommodations with the following for health conditions related to
Pregnancy and childbirth:
• more frequent restroom,food, and water breaks
• seating
• limits on lifting over 20 pounds
• temporary transfer to a less strenuous or hazardous position, should one be available
Parental Leave Section 7.45
Effective 1/1/2006; Revised 4/20/2017
Employees are provided with up to six-12 weeks of unpaid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Eligible Employees
Eligible employees are those who have been employed by the City of Golden Valley for at least one year and work an
average of 20 hours or more per week. Female employees for prenatal care or incapacity due to pregnancy, childbirth,
or related health conditions, as well as a biological or adoptive parents in conjunction with or after the birth or adoption
of a child, are eligible for up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave, consecutively or intermittently. For adoptive parents, the leave
must be for the purpose of arranging the child's placement or caring for the child after placement.The leave must begin
before or at the time of the child's placement in the adoptive home.
Notice
The employee must give the City at least 30 14-days advance notice of when the leave is to begin and the estimated
amount of leaveif the leave is f^r^s^^a"le. If leave must be taken in less than three days,the employee should give as
much notice as is practicable.
Start of Leave
The leave begins at the time requested by the employee and may net begin mere thanmust begin within 12 months of
the birth or adoption. In cases where the child must remain in the hospital longer than the mother,the leave must begin
within 12 months after the child leaves the hospital. weeks after the biFth eF adepti^^ '^+ho GaSe VOIRoro the eh,la
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mu-st remain OR the hespital lengeF than the metheF,the leave Fnay Ret beg4R Fnerp- than cow yoppl4r ;;ftpr thp rzhold Ipavpr,
the hospital.
Length of Leave
The length of the leave is determined by the employee but may not exceed 4X-12 weeks.
Use of Annual Leave &Sick Bank Hours
Employees may choose te _,se are-reir-w-Pedd S061(leave,vaeatien leave, and/eF paid time E)4(PT-Q) 400hile A-In Parenting Leave,
but they aFe not Fequired to de so-. Employees are required to use all paid accrued leaves (ie, PTO,vacation, sick, etc)
before being on unpaid status during this leave,the same as with the federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
This leave runs concurrently with FMLA. However, if an employee takes FMLA leave for a reason unrelated to pregnancy,
the employee is still entitled to 12 weeks of leave for pregnancy-related illness and parental leave under Minnesota
Pregnancy and Parental Leave:rhe u-se of-arCerued le-ave A-GGuFs simultaneously with PaFenting Leave and Pamily Medie-al
Leave Act (PMLA) leave and dees not extend the length of the PaFeRtiRg OF FMLA leaves (see Section 7.40 for further
information on FMLA).
Insurance Continuation
Empleyees en Pare-Intal I-eave may ehee-se to e-A-14inue existing hea th eare benefits (health and dental) and life insuFanee
at theiF awn expeRse, HR!e-,;-,;the leave also qualifies as PMLA leave, invihich e.ase the PF9ViSiE)RS ef the PMLA policy will
apply.Group insurance coverages will remain available while the employee is on leave, but the employee is responsible
for the entire premium except for any portion of the leave that is also FMLA qualifying. During the portion of leave that
is FMLA qualifying,the employee will receive the same City contribution toward group benefits as prior to the leave
commencing.
Return to Work
.The employee is entitled to return to work in the same position and same
pay rate they were receiving prior to the start of the leave.
Resolution 17-19 April 20, 2017
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ADOPTING AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
WHEREAS, a completely revised Employee Handbook was adopted by Resolution
11-81 on December 20, 2011 and dated January 1, 2012; amended by Resolution 12-24 on
March 20, 2012; amended by Resolution 12-100 on December 18, 2012; and amended by
Resolution 13-65 on July 16, 2013; and
WHEREAS, the Employee Handbook amendments are required due to State Law, City
practices and proposed changes for more efficient operation; and
WHEREAS, various sections will be amended due to changes enacted regarding the
Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA); and
WHEREAS, amendments are needed in Section 8.25 Compensatory Time, and
Section 8.30 Car Allowance; and
WHEREAS, the above-referenced amendments will become effective as of April 21,
2017.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Golden
Valley that the amendments to the “City of Golden Valley Employee Handbook” dated
January 1, 2013, which outlines the City policies and procedures related to employment is
hereby adopted, and supersedes all previously adopted policies and procedures except
those contained in approved union contracts.
_____________________________
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Kristine A. Luedke, 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.
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
April 20, 2017
Agenda Item
3. F. Authorize Upgrades to Traffic Signals
Prepared By
Jeff Oliver, PE City Engineer
Summary
When the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) constructs traffic signals at ramps
and intersections of highways as part of highway improvement projects, it is standard procedure
to enter into maintenance and operation agreements with cities for these signals. MnDOT
assumes responsibility for signal operations and major maintenance while cities are responsible
for relamping and electrical costs. The agreements for two existing traffic signals adjacent to
Trunk Highway 169 have expired, or will soon expire, due to the scheduled expiration of the
Traffic Signal Agreements transferring operations and major maintenance to the City of Golden
Valley
The traffic signal at Mendelssohn Avenue North and Plymouth Avenue North was installed when
TH 169 was transferred from Hennepin County to MnDOT. The signal agreement entered into by
the City and MnDOT expired on June 30, 2016, and the City became responsible for maintenance.
The second signal located at General Mills Boulevard and Betty Crocker Drive was installed when
Interstate 394 was constructed in the late 1980’s. The signal agreement entered into by the City
and MnDOT will expire on June 30, 2017, and the traffic signal will become the City’s
responsibility.
The City of Golden Valley has utilized the Hennepin County Transportation Department (County)
to maintain its traffic signals for many years. In order for the County to begin maintaining the two
subject signals, the signal controller and software needs to be upgraded to be consistent with
County signal standards. Staff solicited quotes from two contractors for the specified upgrades
and the results are as follows:
Granite Ledge Electrical $20,431
Egan Companies $21,948
Financing for these upgrades will be from the Traffic Signals budget (1425.6320 and 1425.6382).
Attachments
•Granite Ledge Electrical Contractors, Inc. (1 page)
•Egan Company (1 Page)
Recommended Action
Motion to authorize contracting with Granite Ledge Electrical Contractors, Incorporated to
upgrade traffic signals at Betty Crocker Drive and General Mills Boulevard; and at Mendelssohn
Avenue North and Plymouth Avenue North in an amount not to exceed $20,431.
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Project: Golden Valley
Revise Signals
Bid Date: March 14th 2017
Item No. Contract Item Unit Est.Qty Unit Price Total
Revise Signal
1 General Mills @ Betty Crocker Drive EA 1 $7,191.00 $7,191.00
Revise Signal
2 Plymouth @ Mendelsshon EA 1 $13,240.00 $13,240.00
$0.00
$0.00
TOTAL BID PRICE $20,431.00
NAME Ron Brown DATE 4/14/2017
15436 130th Street, Foreston MN 56330 Office: 320-294-5557 Fax: 320-294-5997
ATTN: BIDDING DEPT.
EGAN COMPANY
ELECTRICAL DIVISION
7625 BOONE AVE N
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55428
Building on Promi " Kept ESTIMATOR
Adam Johnson
Cell 763-286-8721
3/31/2017
PROJECT: Golden Valley Signal Repair
PROJECT NO:
ITEM EST. UNIT BID
NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTY. PRICE AMOUNT
1 SIGNAL REPAIR(TWO INTERSECTIONS) LS 1 21948 21,948.00
GENERAL MILLS & BETTY CROCKER DRIVE
PLYMOUTH & MENDELSSOHN
TOTAL BID 21,948.00
SALES TAX, AND INSURANCE INCLUDED.
BONDINCLUDED
CONCRETE BASE REMOVAL NOT INCLUDED
QUOTE BASED UPON AGC STANDARD SUB-CONTRACT AGREEMENT(Highway/Heavy).
RETAINAGE AS PER PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS.
EROSION/TRAFFIC CONTROL BY GENERAL CONTRACTOR.
ESTIMATE BASED ON STANDARD WORK WEEK M-F 7AM-3:30PM
EXISTING UTILITIY LOCATES BY OTHERS
ASBESTOS REMOVAL/DISPOSAL BY OTHERS IF ENCOUNTERED
Egan-McKay 1 of 1 4/5/2017
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
April 20, 2017
Agenda Item
3. G. Receipt of March 2017 Financial Reports
Prepared By
Sue Virnig, Finance Director
Summary
The monthly financial report provides a progress report of the following funds:
∼General Fund Operations
∼Conservation/Recycling Fund (Enterprise Fund)
∼Water and Sewer Utility Fund (Enterprise Fund)
∼Brookview Golf Course (Enterprise Fund)
∼Motor Vehicle Licensing (Enterprise Fund)
∼Storm Utility Fund (Enterprise Fund)
∼Equipment Replacement Fund (Capital Projects Fund)
∼Brookview Commons (Special Revenue Fund)
General Fund Operations: As of March 2017, the City is using $1,560,491 of fund balance to
balance the General Fund Budget.
Attachments
•March 2017 General Fund Financial Reports (2 pages)
•March 2017 Conservation/Recycling Fund (1 page)
•March 2017 Water and Sewer Utility Fund (1 page)
•March 2017 Brookview Golf Course (1 page)
•March 2017 Motor Vehicle Licensing (1 page)
•March 2017 Storm Utility Fund (1 page)
•March 2017 Equipment Replacement Fund (1 page)
•March 2017 Brookview Commons Fund (1 page)
Recommended Action
Motion to receive and file the March 2017 Financial Reports.
Over %
2017 March YTD (Under)Of Budget
Budget Actual Actual Budget Expend.
001 Council $339,710 37,064 66,128 ($273,582) 19.47%
003 City Manager 816,815 48,996 152,960 (663,855) 18.73%
004 Transfers Out 850,000 0 0 (850,000)0.00% (1)
005 Admin. Services 1,869,145 145,917 353,755 (1,515,390) 18.93%
006 Legal 155,000 6,011 12,603 (142,397)8.13% (2)
007 Risk Management 305,000 0 0 (305,000)0.00%
011 General Gov't. Bldgs.583,635 50,110 105,282 (478,353) 18.04%
016 Planning 362,450 25,718 70,117 (292,333) 19.35%
018 Inspections 749,310 44,986 137,556 (611,754) 18.36%
022 Police 5,885,265 414,450 1,162,438 (4,722,827) 19.75%
023 Fire 1,336,825 99,321 290,289 (1,046,536) 21.71%
035 Physical Dev Admin 304,310 20,695 59,909 (244,401) 19.69%
036 Engineering 803,380 49,732 127,355 (676,025) 15.85%
037 Streets 1,609,730 94,713 288,262 (1,321,468) 17.91%
066 Park & Rec. Admin.719,970 54,973 153,426 (566,544) 21.31%
067 Park Maintenance 1,170,340 97,655 220,775 (949,565) 18.86%
068 Recreation Programs 418,845 18,195 58,701 (360,144) 14.01%
TOTAL Expenditures $18,279,730 $1,208,536 $3,259,556 ($15,020,174)17.83%
(1) This transfer will be made in June, 2017.
(2) Legal services are billed thru February.
City of Golden Valley
Monthly Budget Report - General Fund Expenditures
March, 2017 (unaudited)
Division
25.00%
Over %
2017 March YTD (Under)of Budget
Type Budget Actual Actual Budget Received
Ad Valorem Taxes $14,814,685 0 0 ($14,814,685)0.00% (1)
Licenses 217,365 12,145 56,554 ($160,811)26.02%
Permits 840,475 516,141 1,174,248 $333,773 139.71%
State Aid 268,380 0 22,730 ($245,650)8.47% (2)
Charges For Services:
General Government 19,000 12,835 23,852 $4,852 125.54%
Public Safety 154,175 24,573 41,994 ($112,181)27.24%
Public Works 150,800 16,230 29,810 ($120,990)19.77%
Park & Rec 385,350 20,278 59,744 ($325,606)15.50%
Other Funds 791,500 56,115 166,578 ($624,922)21.05%
Fines & Forfeitures 300,000 37,871 67,601 ($232,399)22.53% (3)
Interest On Investments 75,000 0 0 ($75,000)0.00% (4)
Miscellaneous Revenue 233,000 16,006 48,454 ($184,546)20.80%
Transfers In 30,000 2,500 7,500 ($22,500)25.00% (5)
TOTAL Revenue $18,279,730 $714,694 $1,699,065 ($16,580,665)9.29%
Notes:
(1) Payments are received in July, December, and January (delinquencies).
(2) Police Training will be paid in August. Safe and Sober is billed on time spent.
(3) Fines/Forfeitures are thru for February 2017.
(4) Investment income is allocated at year end.
(5)Transfers are monthly.
Percentage Of Year Completed
City of Golden Valley
Monthly Budget Report - General Fund Revenues
March 2017 (unaudited)
Over
2017 March YTD (Under)%
Budget Actual Actual Budget Current
Revenue
Hennepin County Recycling Grant 56,770 0 0 (56,770)0.00%
Recycling Charges 373,950 29,442 63,431 (310,519)16.96%(2)
Miscellaneous Revenues 6,000 0 0 (6,000)
Interest on Investments 4,000 0 0 (4,000)0.00%(1)
Total Revenue 440,720 29,442 63,431 (377,289)14.39%
Expenses:
Recycling 466,795 23,604 51,500 (415,295)11.03%(3)
Total Expenses 466,795 23,604 51,500 (415,295)11.03%
(1) Interest Earnings are allocated at year-end.
(2) Includes billing thru March 2017.
(3) Republic Services are billed thru February.
City of Golden Valley
Monthly Budget Report - Conservation/Recycling Enterprise Fund
March 2017 (unaudited)
Over
2017 March YTD (Under)%
Budget Actual Actual Budget Current
Revenue
Water Charges 4,432,200 232,640 638,379 (3,793,821)14.40%
Emergency Water Supply 183,600 11,749 32,266 (151,334)17.57%
Sewer Charges 3,410,000 220,852 587,288 (2,822,712)17.22%
Meter Sales 8,000 0 1,519 (6,481)18.99%
Penalties 110,000 29,787 43,616 (66,384)39.65%
Charges for Other Services 90,000 0 15,162 (74,838)16.85%
State Water Testing Fee Pass Through 45,500 7,093 20,755 (24,745)45.62%
Sale of Assets 10,000 0 29,858 19,858 298.58%
Franchise Fees 400,000 0 0 (400,000)0.00%
Certificate of Compliance 75,000 8,100 13,800 (61,200)18.40%
Interest Earnings 15,000 0 0 (15,000)0.00%
Total Revenue 8,779,300 510,221 1,382,643 (7,396,657)15.75%
Expenses:
Utility Administration 2,279,610 79,543 282,184 (1,997,426)12.38%
Sewer Maintenance 2,809,045 205,533 773,367 (2,035,678)27.53%
Water Maintenance 4,772,390 808,934 888,367 (3,884,023)18.61%
Total Expenses 9,861,045 1,094,010 1,943,918 (7,917,127)19.71%
City of Golden Valley
Monthly Budget Report - Water and Sewer Utility Enterprise Fund
March, 2017 (unaudited)
Over
2017 March YTD (Under)%
Budget Actual Actual Budget Current
Revenue
Green Fees 852,460 2,889 2,889 (849,571)0.34%
Driving Range Fees 151,955 4,088 4,088 (147,867)2.69%
Par 3 Fees 165,000 310 310 (164,690)0.19%
Lawn Bowling 45,000 0 150 (44,850)0.33%
Pro Shop Sales 90,000 774 1,328 (88,672)1.48%
Pro Shop Rentals 285,000 732 1,837 (283,163)0.64%
Concession Sales 415,000 10,331 23,008 (391,992)5.54%
Other Revenue 80,150 19,308 29,649 (50,501)36.99%
Interest Earnings 5,000 0 0 (5,000)0.00%(1)
Less: Credit Card Charges/Sales Tax (46,000)(717)(717)45,283 1.56%
Total Revenue 2,043,565 37,715 62,542 (1,981,023)3.06%
Expenses:
Golf Operations 715,020 44,848 79,542 (635,478)11.12%(2)
Course Maintenance 1,010,280 51,771 81,194 (929,086)8.04%
Pro Shop 125,220 32 16,616 (108,604)13.27%
Grill 307,840 5,235 10,083 (297,757)3.28%
Driving Range 59,695 26 26 (59,669)0.04%
Par 3 Course 24,995 37 37 (24,958)0.15%
Lawn Bowling 21,245 0 0 (21,245)0.00%
Total Expenses 2,264,295 101,949 187,498 (2,076,797)8.28%
(1) Interest Earnings are allocated at year-end.
(2) Depreciation is allocated at year-end.
City of Golden Valley
Monthly Budget Report - Brookview Golf Course Enterprise Fund
March, 2017 (unaudited) opened March 31
Over
2017 March YTD (Under)%
Budget Actual Actual Budget Current
Revenue
Interest Earnings 2,000 0 0 (2,000)0.00%(1)
Charges for Services 423,165 46,018 123,737 (299,428)29.24%
Total Revenue 425,165 46,018 123,737 (301,428)29.10%
Expenses:
Motor Vehicle Licensing 424,720 31,156 87,269 (337,451)20.55%
Total Expenses 424,720 31,156 87,269 (337,451)20.55%
(1) Interest Earnings are allocated at year-end.
City of Golden Valley
Monthly Budget Report - Motor Vehicle Licensing Enterprise Fund
March 2017 (unaudited)
Over
2017 March YTD (Under)%
Budget Actual Actual Budget Current
Revenue
Interest Earnings 50,000 0 0 (50,000)0.00%(1)
Storm Sewer Charges 2,375,000 179,750 499,949 (1,875,051)21.05%
Bassett Creek Watershed 0 0 0 0 #DIV/0!
Miscellaneous Receipts 207,775 17,800 17,800 (189,975)
State Grant - Other 0 0 0 0
Total Revenue 2,632,775 197,550 517,749 (2,115,026)19.67%
Expenses:
Storm Utility 3,527,930 291,467 491,439 (3,036,491)13.93%(2)
Street Cleaning 128,000 3,787 13,773 (114,227)10.76%
Environmental Control 317,565 18,545 43,691 (273,874)13.76%
Debt Service Payments 0 0 0 0 0.00%(3)
Total Expenses 3,973,495 313,799 548,903 (3,424,592)13.81%
(1) Interest Earnings are allocated at year-end.
(2) Depreciation is allocated at year-end and.
(3) Debt service payments will be reimbursed by TIF.
City of Golden Valley
Monthly Budget Report - Storm Utility Enterprise Fund
March, 2017 (unaudited)
2017 Equipment Replacement Fund (CIP) - Fund 5700
2017 March YTD
Budget Total Actual Remaining
Revenues:
Proceeds - Certificate of Indebtedness 800,000 0 0 (800,000)
Sale of Assets 35,000 1,683 20,683 (14,317)
Miscellaneous 0 0 0 0
Interest Earnings (allocated at year end)28,831 0 0 (28,831)
Total Revenues 863,831 1,683 20,683 (843,148)
Expenditures:
Program #Project Number Project Name
5700 Bond Expenditures 0 0 0 0
5701 V&E-001 Marked Squad Cars (Police)80,000 8,122 38,157 41,843
(1)5702 V&E-002 Computers and Printers (Finance)105,000 9,728 15,557 89,443
V&E-021 Vibratory Asphalt Roller (street)45,000 0 0 45,000
V&E-026 Pickup Truck (Park)40,000 0 0 40,000
5760 V&E-037 Aerial Ladder (Fire)400,000 11,078 53,816 346,184
V&E-038 Streetscape Banners (Street)25,000 0 0 25,000
V&E-070 Single Axle Dump Truck (Street)225,000 0 0 225,000
V&E-073 Sidewalk Snowblower (Street)110,000 0 0 110,000
V&E-083 Passenger Vehicle (Fire)40,000 0 0 40,000
V&E-099 Asphalt Hot Box (Street)45,000 0 0 45,000
V&E-108 Unmarked Police Vehicle (Police)40,000 0 0 40,000
V&E-120 Field Line Painter 20,000 13,561 13,561 6,439
V&E-121 Tasers (Police)16,000 0 0 16,000
V&E-126 Tack Sprayer (Street)60,000 0 0 60,000
V&E-128 Utility Tractor (Park)105,000 0 0 105,000
V&E-130 Rotary Mower (Park)25,000 0 0 25,000
V&E-135 Body Cameras/Dash Cams/Software (Police)220,000 0 0 220,000
V&E-150 Asset Management Software 60,000 0 0 60,000
Total Expenditures 1,661,000 42,489 121,091 1,259,909
(1) Computers are replaced every 4-5 years and purchased throughout the year based on available time.
(2) In 2016, a transfer was made to the equipment replacement fund to purchase video dash cams and body cameras together.
Over
2017 March YTD (Under)%
Budget Actual Actual Budget Current
Revenue
Brookview CC Rentals 20,000 113 468 (19,532)2.34%
Backyard Play Area 50,450 0 0 (50,450)0.00%
Miscellaneous Revenues 25,500 0 0 (25,500)0.00%
Interest on Investments 4,000 0 0 (4,000)0.00%(1)
Total Revenue 99,950 113 468 (99,482)0.47%
Expenses:
General Area Rooms 167,715 1,893 5,428 (162,287)3.24%(2)
Indoor Play Area 54,875 0 325 (54,550)0.59%(3)
Banquet Facility 63,360 0 600 (62,760)0.95%(3)
Total Expenses 285,950 1,893 6,353 (279,597)2.22%
(1) Interest Earnings are allocated at year-end.
(2) Staff Time/Supplies for Community Center Rental
(3) Advertising costs for CVB brochure
City of Golden Valley
Monthly Budget Report - Brookview Commons Special Revenue Fund
March 2017 (unaudited)
Executive Summary For Action
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
April 20, 2017
Agenda Item
3. H. 2016 Positive Performance General Fund Transfer and Assignment of Fund Balance
Prepared By
Susan Virnig, Finance Director
Summary
The City of Golden Valley seeks to have a good balance in its General Fund in order to have
sufficient reserves for cash flow purposes, projects, and unexpected shortfalls or emergencies. In
December 2011, the City established a formal policy on the level of fund balance that should be
maintained in the General Fund. The General Fund Balance Policy to assure adequate reserves
indicates fiscal prudence and maintains a high rating with bond-rating agencies, which prefer to
see very strong and healthy balances.
When the fund balance is greater than 60 percent, it should be reduced to 60 percent by using
the excess funds for specific one-time projects, acquisitions, or transfers to capital funds to lessen
the future impact on the property tax rate or long-term debt reduction.
The one-time use protocol is important to ensure the City does not commit itself to expenditures
that may create deficits in future budgets. For instance, when the City experiences an excess fund
balance due to a one-time building permit revenue from a major commercial development, the
City should not expect that same revenue will be received from future building permits. Budgets
should be set using an average year of revenues and expenditures and not an exceptional year.
In 2016, Golden Valley was extremely fortunate once again to have a positive performance level.
Because fund balance was over 60 percent of 2017 Expenditures by $1,000,000, staff
recommends making the following transfers:
Park Improvement Fund $300,000
Annual General Fund transfers to the Park Improvement Fund should be at least $400,000 to
maintain our current park and open space system and outlined in the City’s Infrastructure
Analysis Report. Currently the General Fund transfers $250,000.
This one-time amount of $300,000 will help finance tennis court infrastructure improvements to
the park and open space system.
Storm Sewer Enterprise Fund $700,000
Capital Projects have increased due to level of needs with overall storm water ponds to prevent
flooding throughout the city. This amount will help finance infrastructure improvements to the
citywide storm water system and increase the amount available for potential matching grants.
TOTAL TRANSFERS $1,000,000
Staff will work on articles for the city newsletter and various media to educate people about
government finance and how positive performance works to their benefit.
Attachments
•December 2016 General Fund Financial Report (2 pages)
•Resolution Authorizing the Transfer of $1,000,000 from the General Fund to the Park
Improvement Fund for $300,000 and to the Storm Utility Fund for $700,000 (1 page)
Recommended Action
Motion to adopt Resolution Authorizing the Transfer of $1,000,000 from the General Fund to the
Park Improvement Fund for $300,000 and to the Storm Utility Fund for $700,000.
100.00%
Over %
2016 December YTD (Under)of Budget
Type Budget Actual Actual Budget Received
Ad Valorem Taxes $14,278,810 6,804,475 14,176,940 ($101,870)99.29%(1)
Licenses 217,515 4,880 255,165 $37,650 117.31%
Permits 1,126,375 49,274 1,604,043 $477,668 142.41%
Federal Grants 0 5,247 18,359 $18,359
State Aid 268,380 133,587 282,426 $14,046 105.23%(2)
Hennepin County Aid 0 698 4,133 $4,133
Charges For Services:
General Government 19,000 3,389 36,042 $17,042 189.69%
Public Safety 150,665 19,210 176,511 $25,846 117.15%
Public Works 145,800 27,470 189,543 $43,743 130.00%
Park & Rec 395,100 14,408 370,708 ($24,392)93.83%
Other Funds 791,500 9,722 728,480 ($63,020)92.04%
Fines & Forfeitures 320,425 56,742 283,483 ($36,942)88.47%(3)
Interest On Investments 100,000 56,518 56,518 ($43,482)56.52%(4)
Miscellaneous Revenue 233,000 22,862 214,751 ($18,249)92.17%
Transfers In 30,000 2,500 30,000 $0 100.00%(5)
TOTAL Revenue $18,076,570 $7,210,982 $18,427,102 $350,532 101.94%
Notes:
(1) Payments are received in July, December, and January (delinquencies).
(2) Police Training was paid in August. Safe and Sober is billed on time spent.Last half of Local Govt Aid was made in Dec,
(3) Fines/Forfeitures are thru December 2016.
(4) Investment income is allocated at year end.
(5)Transfers are monthly.
Percentage Of Year Completed
City of Golden Valley
Monthly Budget Report - General Fund Revenues
Decemberr 2016 (unaudited)
Over %
2016 December YTD (Under)Of Budget
Budget Actual Actual Budget Expend.
001 Council $322,960 26,523 322,399 ($561) 99.83%
003 City Manager 798,260 86,669 762,151 (36,109) 95.48%
004 Transfers Out 1,220,950 210,000 1,220,950 0 100.00% (1)
005 Admin. Services 1,869,995 199,180 1,812,545 (57,450) 96.93%
006 Legal 150,000 10,159 138,215 (11,785) 92.14% (2)
007 Risk Management 305,000 (110,890)154,842 (150,158) 50.77%
011 General Gov't. Bldgs.532,790 83,651 526,239 (6,551) 98.77%
016 Planning 353,800 38,638 326,394 (27,406) 92.25%
018 Inspections 777,690 94,912 735,454 (42,236) 94.57%
022 Police 5,671,180 623,719 5,256,969 (414,211) 92.70%
023 Fire 1,290,210 136,224 1,246,083 (44,127) 96.58%
035 Physical Dev Admin 298,755 35,791 290,376 (8,379) 97.20%
036 Engineering 783,470 90,479 688,515 (94,955) 87.88%
037 Streets 1,611,865 244,870 1,499,795 (112,070) 93.05%
065 Community Center 81,095 15,267 80,175 (920) 98.87%
066 Park & Rec. Admin.705,660 79,001 675,464 (30,196) 95.72%
067 Park Maintenance 1,137,895 128,454 1,122,111 (15,784) 98.61%
068 Recreation Programs 374,995 36,919 322,390 (52,605) 85.97%
TOTAL Expenditures $18,286,570 $2,029,566 $17,181,067 ($1,105,503)93.95%
(1) This transfer was made in June, 2016. Two amendments to the budget were also approved.
(2) Legal services are billed thru December.
City of Golden Valley
Monthly Budget Report - General Fund Expenditures
December, 2016 (unaudited)
Division
Resolution 17-20 April 20, 2017
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF $1,000,000 FROM THE
GENERAL FUND TO THE PARK IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR $300,000 AND TO THE
STORM WATER UTILITY FUND FOR $700,000.
WHEREAS, the General Fund Reserves meets 60% of 2017 expenditures, and
WHEREAS, the transfer of $300,000 to the Park Improvement Fund to help
maintain the current park and open space systems, and
WHEREAS, the transfer of $700,000 to the Storm Water Utility Fund would fund
needs for infrastructure improvements, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Golden
Valley to authorize the transfer of $1,000,000 from the General Fund to the Park
Improvement Fund for $300,000, and to the Storm Water Utility Fund for $700,000.
_____________________________
Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Kristine A Luedke, 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.
AGENDA
Regular Meeting of the
City Council
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Chamber
May 2, 2017
6:30 pm
1.CALL TO ORDER PAGES
A.Pledge of Allegiance
B.Roll Call
C.Presentation: Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman - “Crime Update”
2.ADDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
3.CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Consent Agenda - All items listed under this heading are considered to be
routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no discussion
of these items unless a Council Member so requests in which event the item will be
removed from the general order of business and considered in its normal sequence on
the agenda.
A.Approval of Minutes - City Council Meeting April 20, 2017
B.Approval of City Check Register
C.Licenses:
1. Approve Temporary Liquor License - Golden Valley Pride Festival
D.Minutes:
1. Human Rights Commission - March 28, 2017
E.Bids and Quotes
F.Board/Commission Appointments
G.Board/Commission Reappointments
H.Proclamation for Arbor Day and Month - May 2017
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
A.
5.OLD BUSINESS
6.NEW BUSINESS
A.Cooperative Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad - 10
th Avenue Culverts
B.Announcement of Meetings
1. Future Draft Agendas: Council/Manager May 9, 2017, City Council May 16, 2017
and City Council June 6, 2017
C.Mayor and Council Communications
7.ADJOURNMENT
A G E N D A
Council/Manager Meeting
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Conference Room
May 9, 2017
6:30 pm
Pages
1. Comprehensive Plan Updates - Sustainability and Resilience (15 minutes)
2. Commission Annual Report:
a. Open Space and Recreation Commission (20 minutes)
b. Planning Commission (30 minutes)
c. Board of Zoning and Appeals (20 minutes)
d. Environmental Commission (20 minutes)
3. Human Rights Commission Guidance (15 minutes)
4. Discussion on Process for Refreshing City Promotional Items
Council/Manager meetings have an informal, discussion-style format and are designed
for the Council to obtain background information, consider policy alternatives, and
provide general directions to staff. No formal actions are taken at these meetings. The
public is invited to attend Council/Manager meetings and listen to the discussion; public
participation is allowed by invitation of the City Council.
AGENDA
Regular Meeting of the
City Council
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Chamber
May 16, 2017
6:30 pm
1.CALL TO ORDER PAGES
A.Pledge of Allegiance
B.Roll Call
2.ADDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
3.CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Consent Agenda - All items listed under this heading are considered to be
routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no discussion
of these items unless a Council Member so requests in which event the item will be
removed from the general order of business and considered in its normal sequence on
the agenda.
A.Approval of Minutes - City Council Meeting May 2, 2017
B.Approval of City Check Register
C.Licenses:
1.
D.Minutes:
1.
E.Bids and Quotes
1. Award Douglas Drive Landscaping Contract
F.
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
A.Public Hearing - Zoning Code Text Amendment - Allow Mobile Food Vendors in
Residential Zoning Districts (tentative)
5.OLD BUSINESS
6.NEW BUSINESS
A.Adopt Wayzata Boulevard Bikeway Feasibility Report
B.Announcement of Meetings
1. Future Draft Agendas: City Council June 6, 2017, Council Manager June 13, 2017,
and City Council June 20, 2017
C.Mayor and Council Communications
7.ADJOURNMENT