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February 2, 2021— 6:30 pm
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
In light of the recently declared COVID-19 health pandemic, the Mayor of the City of Golden
Valley declared a local emergency under Minnesota Statute, section 12.37. In accordance with
that declaration, beginning on March 16, 2020, all meetings of the City Council held during the
emergency were conducted by telephone or other electronic means. As such, all votes are
conducted by roll call, so each member's vote on each issue can be identified and recorded
pursuant to Minnesota Stat. 13D.021.
The City used WebEx to conduct this meeting electronically. Members of the public were able to
monitor the meetings by watching it on Comcast cable channel 16, by streaming it on
LLXmedla.orQ, and by dialing in to the public call -in line The public was able to participate in
this meeting during public comment sections, including the public forum, by dialing in to the
public call -in line.
Call to Order
Mayor Harris called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
1A. Pledge of Allegiance
16. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Shep Harris, Council Members Larry Fonnest, Maurice Harris, Gillian
Rosenquist and Kimberly Sanberg
Staff present: City Manager Cruikshank, Physical Development Director Nevinski, City
Attorney Cisneros, Police Chief Sturgis, Crime Analyst/Police Support Services
Coordinator Paul, Police Commander Johnson, Police Commander Kuhnly,
Police Detective Sergeant Mahlen, City Planner Myles Campbell, and City Clerk
Schyma
1C. Annual Discover St. Louis Park Presentation
Mayor Harris introduced Becky Bakken, President and CEO of Discover St. Louis Park, who
presented a year-end update for Discover St. Louis Park representing St. Louis Park and Golden
Valley.
City Manager Cruikshank and the Council thanked Ms. Bakken and the team at Discover St. Louis
Park for their commendable service during an extremely difficult year.
1D. Annual Police Department Report
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Police Chief Sturgis presented an overview of police department operations during 2020 and
answered questions from the Council.
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Crime Analyst/Police Support Services Supervisor Paul, Police Commanders Johnson and Kuhnly,
and Detective Sergeant Mahlen also presented information to the Council and were available for
questions.
The Council thanked Chief Sturgis and his staff for their hard work during a demanding year.
Additions and Corrections to Agenda
Motion by Fonnest, Second by Rosenquist to approve the meeting agenda as submitted.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
Approval of Consent Agenda
Motion by Sanberg, Second by Rosenquist to approve the Consent Agenda as revised: removal
of Item #3D1- Accept Resignation from the Rising Tides Task Force and #3G - Receive and File
the City of Golden Valley's 2021 Pyramid of Success.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
A. Approval of Minutes
1. City Council Meeting— December 1, 2020
2. City Council Meeting — December 15, 2020
3. City Council Meeting — January 5, 2021
B. Approval of City Check Register
C. Licenses:
Approve Off -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License - Lunds Beverages, LLC d/b/a/ Lunds &
Byerlys Wines & Spirits
2. Approve Temporary On -Sale Liquor License — Good Shepherd Catholic Church
3. Approve Multi -Family Rental Property License Renewals
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E. Approval of Bids, Quotes and Contracts:
I. Approve Purchase of Fire Utility Vehicle
Grants and Donations
I. Approve Hennepin County Homeownership Application, Resolution No. 21-06
G. Reee „e and Cite the ri+r of Geld Valley's 29210 •d f Success
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3. Items Removed From the Consent Agenda:
3D1. Accept Resignation from the Rising TIDES Task Force
Council Member Harris thanked Alex Moreno for his service on the Rising TIDES Task Force.
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to accept the resignation of Alex Moreno from the
Rising TIDES Task Force.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
3G. Receive and File the City of Golden Valley's 2021 Pyramid of Success
City Manager Cruikshank discussed the details of and process for developing the values, vision
statement, mission statement, organizational priorities and 2021 action steps for the City.
Motion by Fonnest, Second by Rosenquist to receive and file the City of Golden Valley's 2021
Pyramid of Success.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
4. Public Hearing
5. Old Business
6. New Business
6A. Second Consideration of Ordinance No. 703, Modifications to City Code Chapter 103 —
Buildings and Building Regulations and Approval of Resolution No. 21-07 Authorizing
Summary Publication of Ordinance No. 703
Physical Development Director Nevinski presented the staff report and answered questions
from Council.
Mayor Harris opened the item for public comment. No one requested to speak.
Motion by Sanberg, Second by M. Harris to adopt second consideration of Ordinance No. 703,
Modifications to Chapter 103 — Buildings and Building Regulations.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to adopt Resolution No. 21-07 Approving Summary
Publication of Ordinance No. 703.
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Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
66. COVID-19 Pandemic Emergency Administrative Action No. 21-1
City Attorney Cisneros presented the staff report and answered questions from Council.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by Sanberg to ratify Emergency Action 21-1.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
6D. Review of Council Calendar
Mayor Harris reviewed upcoming city meetings, events, and holiday closures.
6E. Mayor and Council Communication
Council Member Rosenquist relayed information about recent meetings with the Minneapolis
Parks and Recreation Board regarding an upcoming memorandum of understanding and
leadership group that are being finalized to help communication and resolution of ongoing
matters at Theodore Wirth Regional Park. She further discussed the February 2 Highway 55
Transit Meeting.
7. Adjourn
Motion by Fonnest, Second by Sanberg to adjourn the meeting at 9:01 pm.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
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Theresa J. Schyma, City Clerk