07-16-02 CC Minutes unsigned Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
July 16, 2002
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 July 16, 2002 at 6:30 p.m.
The following members were present: Grayson, Johnson, Loomis, and Tremere (arrived at
6:34 p.m.) and the following was absent: LeSuer. Also present were: William Joynes, City
Manager; Allen Barnard, City Attorney; and Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant.
Citizen Input
Bob and Julie Lang, 401 Meadow Lane North, expressed concern that because of the
pavement management program, the road has been moved to the west closer to their
property and it will remove part of the hillside and are concerned about the design plan for
the retaining wall proposed for their property; they are concerned about the safety for their
child, loss of an 80 year old tree and for its aesthetics; stated they were not contacted by
the City about the design changes and would like the sidewalk removed from the plan; Mr.
Lang showed pictures of his property and sketches of how the plan changes his property;
feels the proposed design is not in character with the neighborhood but would be meeting
with the Director of Public Works on July 19, 2002. (See item below).
Jeannine Clancy answered questions from the Council.
Staff will look into the concerns expressed by Bob and Julie Lang and will address those
issues at the meeting scheduled for July 19, 2002 and report back to the Council.
Letter from Lynn Madsen Reqardinq Improvinq Pedestrian and Biker Friendliness
Mayor Loomis reviewed the letter from Lynn Madsen.
MOVED by Grayson, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the letter from Lynn Madsen, dated June 26, 2002 regarding improving pedestrian and
biker friendliness; and the letter from Bob and Julie Lang, dated July 1, 2002 regarding the
impact of the 2002 pavement management program on their property.
The Council directed staff to contact MnDOT and notify them of the problem bikers,
walkers and wheelchair users are having navigating the construction on Duluth Street
under the Highway 100 bridge and request the signage be provided to notify bike path
users of the suggested alternate route.
MOVED by Grayson, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to direct staff
to organize an open house and briefing this fall and invite all residents who run, ride and
walk and want to learn more about the status of the trails within the City and plans for
updating the trail system.
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Approval of Minutes: Citv Council Meetinq - June 17, 2002 and Council/Manaqer
Meetinq - Julv 9, 2002
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the City Council Meeting minutes of June 17, 2002; and the Council/Manager Meeting of
July 9, 2002 as submitted.
Approval of Aqenda
MOVED by Grayson, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the agenda of July 16, 2002 as submitted.
Approval of Consent Aqenda
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the items on the consent agenda indicated by an asterisk, as amended: Removal of
Receipt of June 2002 General Fund Budget Report.
*Approval of Check Reqister
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the payment of the bills as submitted.
*Therapeutic MassaQe License Renewal - Elam Investments d/b/a Pazazz Salon and
Dav Spa
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the therapeutic massage license renewal for Elam Investments d/b/a Pazzaz Salon and
Day Spa.
*Therapeutic Massaqe License Renewal - DeVonne Reinhardt-Brock d/b/a Artistic
Urqes Hair Consultants
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the therapeutic massage license renewal for DeVonne Reinhardt-Brock d/b/a Artistic Urges
Hair Consultants.
Off Sale Liquor License -Adelemor Inc. d/b/a United Liquors #2
William Joynes introduced the agenda item and answered questions from the Council.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the Off Sale Liquor License for Adelemor Inc. d/b/a United Liquors #2 subject to the
applicant providing an Assignment of Lease Agreement or other document that shows they
have a right to use the premises.
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*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the minutes received as follows:
Human Rights Commission - June 13, 2002
Planning Commission - June 24, 2002
Board of Zoning Appeals - June 25, 2002
Public Hearinq - Preliminarv Plan Approval - 1807 and 1811 Noble Drive
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to bring the
item on the agenda.
Wayne VanderVort, representing the applicant, reviewed his request and answered
questions from the Council.
Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development, presented the staff report and
answered questions from the Council.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and seeing no one, the
Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the preliminary plat for 1807 and 1811 Noble Drive, subject to the following conditions:
1. The City Attorney will determine if a title review is necessary prior to approval of the
final plat.
2. The recommendations of City Engineer Jeff Oliver, as found in his memo dated
June 12, 2002 become a part of this approval.
Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
GRAYSON - YES JOHNSON - YES LESUER - ABSENT LOOMIS - YES TREMERE - YES
Public Hearina - RSL 228 - Natchez Avenue South, Wavzata Boulevard to Douqlas
Avenue South
Jeannine Clancy presented the project and answered questions from the Council. William
Joynes and 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. T
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Public Hearinq - RSL 228 - Natchez Avenue South, Wayzata Boulevard to Douqlas
Avenue South - Continued
Jim Murray, 1520 Natchez Avenue South, petitioner, displayed photos of area, stated
running groups use the street and they run at night and the running clothes are dark and
hard to see; and feels that for the safety of the children in the area going to the bus in the
morning that street lighting are some reasons for the installation of street lights in the area.
Don Ford, 1445 Natchez Avenue South, feels that not many people have been using the
street for running, the neighborhood is not a high crime area, feels they won't provide a
benefit to the area; the lights will provide light pollution, lighting will shine in peoples
bedroom windows at night; feels the neighborhood has a special character, is quiet and
safe with wildlife in the area, feels that drivers will speed up and overdrive the area and
won't see the joggers.
Susan Armstrong, 1415 Natchez Avenue South, in favor of street lights; feels it will be good
for the joggers, children, and guests trying to find houses because the street is very dark.
Steve Trost, 1450 Natchez Avenue South, against the lights, feels the neighborhood has a
unique character, is charming, the streets are safe, there have been no police calls and
accidents, likes country feel, expressed concern over people having limited financial means
to pay for the lights and that is will destroy the feel of neighborhood.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Member Johnson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 02-51
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF
CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
RSL 228
NATCHEZ AVENUE SOUTH, WAYZATA BOULEVARD TO DOUGLAS AVENUE SOUTH
Motion died due to a lack of second
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to continue
the public hearing to August 20, 2002, and direct staff to work with Mr. Murray to modify the
petition, moving the location of the light southerly to an appropriate location and that Mr.
Murray is willing to recarry the petition in his neighborhood and return it to the City.
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to direct staff
to explore with Excel Energy a means by which the power be extended to the new location
of the light and that it be undertaken and the cost be borne by this project.
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Receipt of June 2002 General Fund Budqet Report
Council Member Grayson and Mayor Loomis had questions regarding the report. William
Joynes and Allen Barnard answered questions from the Council.
MOVED by Grayson, seconded by Tremere and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the June 2002 general fund budget report.
*Approval of 2003 Budqet Calendar
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the 2003 budget calendar.
Mavor and Council Communications
Mayor Loomis stated the Council met at a Council Workshop with Harry Brull, Consultant,
Personnel Decisions International on July 15, 2002. The Council approved the job
description and candidate profile; discussed salary ranges for prospective candidates; set
the dates for the candidate interviews; discussed the process for narrowing the candidate
list. Seven candidates will be interviewed initially; after that the Council will determine the
finalists and there could possibly be an open house for the public to meet the finalists.
Announcements of Meetinqs
The Human Services Foundation Golf Tournament will be held on September 13, 2002
beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Brookview Golf Course.
The Bassett Creek Water Management Commission will meet on July 18, 2002 at noon.
Mayor Loomis stated that a meeting has been held with the Council and Staff from the City
of Plymouth. The City of Plymouth and Golden Valley are approaching the other members
of the BCWMC to be present at the meeting to discuss the issues.
The next City Council meeting will be on Monday, August 5, 2002 at 6:30 p.m.
National Night Out Celebrations will be held on August 6, 2002.
The City Council will interview candidates for the City Manager position on August 7, 2002
beginning with a meeting with the consultant at 5:00 p.m. with interviews beginning at 6:00
p.m.
There will a Bassett Creek Water Management Tour on August 10, 2002, beginning at 8:00
a.m. leaving from the Golden Valley City Hall.
The City Council will interview candidates for the City Manager position on August 12, 2002
with interviews beginning at 5:00 p.m.
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Announcements of Meetinqs - Continued
The next Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting is August 13, 2002 at 7:00 p.m.
The next Council/Manager meeting is August 13, 2002 at 7:30 p.m.
The City Council will meet with the Consultant for the City Manager position on August 14,
2002 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the candidates that were interviewed.
A Bassett Creek Water Management Commission meeting will be held on August 15, 2002
at noon.
A City Council meeting will be held on August 20, 2002 at 6:30 p.m.
*Approval of Amendment of Human Services Foundation Bv-Laws
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the amendment to the Human Services Foundation by-laws.
Presentation of Certificates of Appointment
Mayor Loomis presented Certificates of Appointment, mugs, city pen, pencil and pin to the
following board/commission appointees who were present: Steve Schumacher, Human
Services Foundation. Paul Flood and Julie Binkley, Human Services Foundation; were
unable to attend the meeting and their Certificates will be mailed.
Presentation of Awards to 2002 Photo Contest Winners
Cheryl Weiler, Communications Coordinator, thanked the Judges who were Lorrie
Bentenga, PhotoFast; Jerry Beck, City of New Hope Communications Coordinator; Ann
Gallagher, Cable 12; and Vaike Radamus, former Views of the Valley winner.
Winners in attendance were presented with a Certificate of Appreciation and cash award.
The winners are: Natural First Place and Overall Grand Prize: Ellen G. Anderson, 2201
Stroden Circle; Natural Second Place: Karen Mills, 4015 Wasatch Lane North; Lifestyle
First Place; Karen Mills; Lifestyle First Place: Janice Laulainen, 6040 Golden Valley Road;
Lifestyle Second Place: Ellen Meier, 1110 Boone Avenue North and Peoples Choice:
Patricia Rueben-Miller, 6400 Winsdale Street. Ellen Anderson, Karen Mills, Ellen Meier
and Patricia Rueben-Miller were in attendance to receive their award. The Certificates and
cash awards will be mailed to the other winner.
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Budqet Issues/Golden Valley Historical Society Request
Don Anderson, 3030 Scott Avenue North, Golden Valley Historical Society Secretary,
reviewed the Society's activities, budget, donations received, donations requested by the
Society; and answered questions from the Council.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Tremere and motion carried unanimously to approve
removing the $10,000 donation to the Golden Valley Historical Society from the cuts that
could still be rescinded list and approve the payment.
Staff was requested to update the memo regarding the 2002 budget cuts for discussion at
the City Council meeting of August 5, 2002.
Adiournment
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Grayson and motion carried unanimously to adjourn the
meeting at 8:14 p.m.
Linda R. Loomis, Mayor
ATTEST:
Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant