05-20-03 CC MinutesRegular Meeting
of the
City Council
May 20, 2003
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 May 20, 2003 at 6:30 p.m.
The following members were present: Grayson, Johnson, LeSuer, Loomis, and Tremere.
Also present were: Thomas Burt, City Manager; Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public
Works; Allen Barnard, City Attorney; and Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant.
Recognition of Firefighter Jim Murphy on His Fire Department Retirement
Mark Kuhnly, Chief of Fire and Inspection Services, reviewed Jim Murphy's career history
and his accomplishments while serving in the Fire Department.
Jim Murphy thanked his family and the Council for their support.
The Council expressed their appreciation to Firefighter Murphy for his service to the
Community.
Police Officer Oath of Office - Laura Gould
Robert Hernz, Director of Public Safety, introduced the newest Police Officer, Laura Gould.
Mayor Loomis gave the oath of office to Police Officer Laura Gould.
The Council welcomed Officer Gould to the City and the Public Safety Department.
Approval of Agenda
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of May 20, 2003 as submitted.
Citizen Input
Mayor Loomis introduced the agenda item. Hearing and seeing no one, the Mayor
continued the meeting.
Approval of Consent Agenda
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the items on the consent agenda, indicated by an asterisk (*), except removal of Minutes of
Boards and Commissions - Human Rights Commission - April 10, 2003 and Joint Water
Commission - April 2, 2003; and Authorization to Sign 2003 Labor Agreement with Law
Enforcement Labor Services Local #27 Police Officers.
Mayor Loomis read the items listed on the consent agenda.
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*Approval of Minutes: City Council Meeting - April 1, 2003 and Council/Manager
Meeting - May 13, 2003
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the City Council Meeting minutes of April 1, 2003 and Council/Manager Meeting minutes of
May 13, 2003 as submitted.
*Approval of Check Register
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the payment of the bills as submitted.
*General Business Licenses
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the issuance of licenses as recommended by staff.
*Fireworks Permit - Golden Valley Fire Relief Association
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the fireworks display for the Fire Relief Association Street Dance to be held on June 21,
2003 at Breck School
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the minutes received as follows:
Bassett Creek Water Management Commission - March 20, 2003
Human Services Foundation - March 10 and April 7, 2003
Environmental Commission - March 24 and April 28, 2003
Minutes of Boards and Commissions - Human Rights Commission - April 10, 2003
Council Member Tremere wanted all boards and commissions to know of the Council
policy that if a board or commission wants to send an external communication representing
a City policy or position that it be approved by the Council prior to publication.
Mayor Loomis updated the Council about the discussion that took place at the Human
Rights Commission meeting.
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the Human Rights Commission minutes for April 10, 2003.
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Minutes of Boards and Commissions - Joint Water Commission - April 2, 2003
Council Member Johnson requested an update on the status of the meetings held to date.
Mayor Loomis updated the Council on the meetings that have been held and the upcoming
meetings.
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the Joint Water Commission minutes for April 2, 2003.
*Approval of Requests for Beer and/or Wine at Brookview Park
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the requests for beer and/or wine at Brookview Park as recommended by staff.
*Approval of Amended Human Services Foundation By -Laws
Member Tremere introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 03-23
RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 91-102,92-42,94-22 AND 99-70
REGARDING THE GOLDEN VALLEY HUMAN SERVICES FOUNDATION
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Johnson
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Grayson,
Johnson, LeSuer, Loomis and Tremere; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and her signature attested by the City Clerk.
*Receipt of April 2003 General Fund Budget Report
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the April 2003 general fund budget report.
Authorization to Sign 2003 Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services
Local #27 Police Officers
Council Member LeSuer asked how this agreement would affect the budget.
Thomas Burt answered questions from the Council.
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Authorization to Sign 2003 Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services
Local #27 Police Officers - Continued
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to sign the 2003 Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement
Labor Services Local #27 Police Officers.
TH 100 Landscaping Process and Plan Presentation
Jeannine Clancy introduced the agenda item and answered questions from the Council.
Karl Weissenborn, and Patty Strohmeyer, MnDOT were present to review the landscaping
and answered questions from the Council.
Findings and Determination with Respect to Variance Appeal - 4500 Hampton Road
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to reconsider
the Council's action taken at the May 6, 2003 City Council meeting.
Allen Barnard answered questions from the Council.
Member Tremere introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 03-24 AS AMENDED
RESOLUTION OF FINDINGS AND DETERMINATION
WITH RESPECT TO VARIANCE APPEAL
4500 HAMPTON ROAD
DOUGLAS W. PAGENKOPF, APPLICANT
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Johnson
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Johnson and
Tremere; and the following voted against the same: Grayson, LeSuer and Loomis,
whereupon said resolution was defeated.
Member Grayson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 03-24
RESOLUTION OF FINDINGS AND DETERMINATION
WITH RESPECT TO VARIANCE APPEAL
4500 HAMPTON ROAD
DOUGLAS W. PAGENKOPF, APPLICANT
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Findings and Determination with Respect to Variance Appeal - 4500 Hampton Road -
Continued
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member LeSuer
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Grayson,
LeSuer, Loomis and Tremere; and the following voted against the same: Johnson,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and her signature attested by the City Clerk.
Second Consideration - Ordinance #279 - Gas Franchise Agreement - CenterPoint
Energy Minnegasco
The following ordinance was MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson:
ORDINANCE NO. 279, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Gas Franchise - CenterPoint Energy Minnegasco
Jeannine Clancy introduced the agenda item and answered questions from the Council.
Allen Barnard 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 Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
Ordinance #279, 2nd Series. Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
GRAYSON - YES JOHNSON - YES LESUER - YES LOOMIS - YES TREMERE - YES
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
publication of the summary ordinance.
Liquor License Renewals - On Sale and Sunday Sale, D'Amico Catering, LLC d/b/a
Metropolitan Ballroom and Clubroom; Off Sale, D'Amico Catering, LLC d/b/a D'Amico
Beverage Service; and Wine On Sale and Non -intoxicating Malt Liquor - D'Amico &
Sons, LLC d/b/a D'Amico & Sons
Allen Barnard introduced the agenda item and answered questions from the Council.
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by LeSuer and motion carried unanimously to approve the
renewal of the following licenses unconditionally for the license year beginning July 1,
2003:
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Liquor License Renewals - On Sale and Sunday Sale, D'Amico Catering, LLC d/b/a
Metropolitan Ballroom and Clubroom; Off Sale, D'Amico Catering, LLC d/b/a D'Amico
Beverage Service; and Wine On Sale and Non -Intoxicating Malt Liquor - D'Amico &
Sons, LLC d/b/a D'Amico & Sons - Continued
On Sale and Sunday Sale: D'Amico Catering, LLC d/b/a Metropolitan Ballroom and
Clubroom; Off Sale: D'Amico Catering LLC d/b/a D'Amico Beverage Service; and Wine On
Sale (including strong beer) and Non -Intoxicating Malt Liquor: D'Amico & Sons, LLC d/b/a
D'Amico and Sons.
Amendment to On -Sale and Sunday Sale Liquor License for Gated Patio - Rubicon
Minnesota, LLC d/b/a Billfish Grill
Mayor Loomis introduced the agenda item. Thomas Burt answered questions f rom the
Council.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by LeSuer and motion carried unanimously to approve the
amendment t o t he c urrent O n S ale and Sunday Sale liquor licenses for the Billfish Grill
allowing use of an outdoor fenced and gated patio on the southwest side of their building
beginning as soon as construction is completed and inspected.
Announcement of Meetings
A Joint Water Commission Governance Task Force meeting will be held on May 22, 2003 at
7:00 p.m. in the New Hope City Hall.
The Envision Golden Valley Steering Committee will be held on May 22, 2003 at 7:00 p.m.
The next City Council meeting will be held on June 3, 2003 at 6:30 p.m.
The next Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting will be held on June 10, 2003 at
7:00 p.m.
The next Council/Manager meeting will be held on June 10, 2003 at 7:30 p.m.
A Joint Water Commission Governance Task Force meeting will be held on June 12, 2003
at 7:00 p.m. in the Golden Valley City Hall.
A City Council meeting will be held on Monday, June 16, 2003 at 6:30 p.m.
A Joint Water Commission Governance Task Force meeting will be held on June 24, 2003
at 6:30 p.m. in the Golden Valley City Hall.
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Set Date for Joint Water Commission Special Meeting - 6/24/03
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Grayson
date for the Joint Water Commission Special
Golden Valley City Hall.
Mayor and Council Communications
and motion carried unanimously to set the
meeting for June 24, 2003 at 6:30 p.m. in the
Mayor Loomis stated she has received a letter from the Golden Valley Historical Society
that they have received a $3,500 grant.
Envision Update
No action and/or discussion took place.
Adjournment
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 8:42 p.m.
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