02-06-01 CC MinutesRegular Meeting
of the
City Council
February 6, 2001
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 February 6, 2001 at 6:30 p.m.
The following members were present: Anderson, Bakken (arrived 6:32 p.m.), Johnson,
LeSuer and Micks (arrived 6:32 p.m.). Also present were: William Joynes, City Manager;
Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works; Allen Barnard, City Attorney; and Judy Nally,
Administrative Secretary.
Citizen Input
Mayor Anderson introduced the agenda item. Hearing and seeing no one, the Mayor
continued the meeting.
Approval of Minutes: City Council Meeting - January 16, 2001
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Bakken and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the City Council meeting minutes of January 16, 2001 as submitted.
Approval of Agenda
MOVED by Bakken, seconded by Micks and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of February 6, 2001 as amended: Addition of Manager's Items - Update on
General Mills Environmental Assessment Worksheet; and Mayor and Council Items -
Update on SCIP and AMM Meetings.
Approval of Consent Agenda
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
items on the consent agenda, indicated by an asterisk (*), as amended: Removal of
Organizational Items - General Business and Heating Licenses.
Mayor Anderson read the items listed on the consent agenda.
*Approval of Check Register
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the payment of the bills as submitted.
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General Business and Heating Licenses
William Joynes stated staff recommends removing general business license #38 and #39
until further notice.
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the issuance of license #37 and #7383 and #7386.
*Gambling Premises Permit Application - The Church of St Maron
Member LeSuer introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 01-4
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY
APPROVING ISSUANCE OF A PREMISES PERMIT
FOR THE CONDUCT OF LAWFUL GAMBLING
(THE CHURCH OF ST. MARON)
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: Anderson,
Bakken, Johnson, LeSuer, and Micks; 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.
*Gambling License Exemption and Waiver of Notice Requirement - Church of Christ
The King
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the gambling license exemption and approve the waiver of notice requirement for
Church of Christ The King.
*Gambling License Exemption and Waiver of Notice Requirement - St. David's Child
Development & Family Services
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously receive and file
the gambling license exemption and approve the waiver of notice requirement for St.
David's Child Development & Family Services.
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*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the minutes received as follows:
Bassett Creek Water Management Commission - November 14, 2000
Human Rights Commission - December 14, 2000
Environmental Commission - December 20, 2000
Open Space and Recreation Commission - January 23, 2001
Joint City Council and Planning Commission - January 8, 2001
Continued Public Hearing - Preliminary Design Plan Approval - PUD #89 - Golden
Meadows Addition
Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development introduced the agenda item and
answered questions from the Council. Jeannine Clancy, 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.
John Blythe, 2140 Valders Avenue North, asked if there will be streetlights or development
signs; if his sump pump has to be moved; and what happens if his house starts to have
damage because of pilings.
Mike Witebsky, 230 King Creek Road, asked if the project will effect traffic in the area; and
will it cost taxpayers any money.
Mike Jorgenson, 2200 Valders Avenue North, asked if the setbacks have changed with the
new plan, will there be more room for parking cars on their property, and what type of
housing will be put on the site (one story or two).
Joe Green, 110 Maryland Avenue South, asked how long the development will take until it
is completed.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
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Continued Public Hearing - Preliminary Design Plan Approval - PUD #89 - Golden
Meadows Addition - Continued
MOVED by Micks, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
preliminary design plan for PUD 89, Golden Meadows Addition, subject to the following
conditions:
1. The revised site plan illustrated by the Preliminary Plat of Golden Meadows dated
1/29/01 and prepared by All -Metro Development consultants shall become a part of
this approval. (Other plans submitted by the developer shall be changed to reflect the
reduction in one lot prior to submission of the General Plan of Development.) This
revised site plan indicates a total of six lots around the Valders Court cul-de-sac, two
double home lots, and one single-family lot along Winnetka Avenue (nine lots in total.)
2. The recommendation of City Engineer, Jeff Oliver, as found in his memos dated
August 10, 2000 and October 16, 2000, become a part of this approval. (The City
Engineer does not expect any changes to his recommendations based on the
reduction of one lot).
3. The street name "Valders Court" and the 35 foot required front building setback line
shall be place on the PUD General Plan of Development.
4. Dedication of 7 feet of additional right-of-way for Winnetka Avenue as has been
requested by Hennepin County. This shall be indicated on the final plat of Golden
Meadows PUD No. 89.
5. The homeowner's association for the development may establish more restrictive
property regulations than those in City Code, but enforcement of such provisions shall
be the responsibility of the association. The association shall not establish property
restrictions in violation of applicable federal, state or local regulations including the
terms of the approved PUD permit.
6. The notation of "P.U.D. No. 89" shall be made a part of the plat name.
7. Proof of recording of the plat must be provided to the City before any construction
permits are issued.
8. Staff will talk to the developer regarding possible pile driving damage insurance.
*Receipt of Preliminary December 2000 General Fund Budget Report
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the preliminary December 2000 general fund budget report.
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*Authorizing Submittal of 2001 Municipal Recycling Grant Application with Hennepin
County
Member LeSuer introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 01-5
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF THE 2001 MUNICIPAL
RECYCLING GRANT APPLICATION WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY
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: Anderson,
Bakken, Johnson, LeSuer, and Micks; 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.
Authorization to Sign Contract with SEH for Laurel Avenue (Pennsylvania Avenue
North to Winnetka Avenue South) Concept Study
Jeannine Clancy introduced the agenda item and answered questions from the Council.
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and Manager to sign the contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson (SEH) for the
Laurel Avenue (Pennsylvania Avenue North to Winnetka Avenue South) concept study for
$6,800.00.
Call for Public Hearings - 2001 Pavement Management Program - 3/6/01 - 01 SI 1 -
34th Avenue North, Regent Avenue North to Kyle Avenue North; and 01 SI 2 -
Country Club Drive, Rhode Island Avenue North to Douglas Drive
Jeannine Clancy introduced the agenda item and answered questions from the Council.
Member Johnson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 01-6
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
01 SI 1
34TH AVENUE NORTH, REGENT AVENUE NORTH TO KYLE AVENUE NORTH
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Bakken
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Anderson,
Bakken, Johnson, LeSuer, and Micks; 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.
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Call for Public Hearings - 2001 Pavement Management Program - 3/6/01 - 01 SI 1 -
34th Avenue North, Regent Avenue North to Kyle Avenue North; and 01 SI 2 -
Country Club Drive, Rhode Island Avenue North to Douglas Drive - Continued
Member Micks introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 01-7
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
01 S12
COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE, RHODE ISLAND AVENUE NORTH TO DOUGLAS DRIVE
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: Anderson,
Bakken, Johnson, LeSuer, and Micks; 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.
Call for Informal Public Hearing - Ordinance Amendment - Chapter 7 - Right -of -Way
Management - 2/20/01
Jeannine Clancy introduced the agenda item. William Joynes answered questions from
the Council.
MOVED by Micks, seconded by Bakken and motion carried unanimously to call for an
informal public hearing for first consideration of an ordinance amendment to Chapter 7,
Right -of -Way Management for February 20, 2001.
*Quotes - Van
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to purchase a
cargo van from Hinckley Chevrolet from the State of Minnesota contract for $17,847.58.
*Quotes - Pickup Trucks
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to purchase
three pickup trucks from Airlake Ford -Mercury from the State of Minnesota contract for a
total cost of $53,670.00.
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*Quotes - Squad Cars
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to purchase
three Ford Crown Victoria's, including maintenance manuals from Superior Ford from the
State of Minnesota contract for a total of $64,822.00.
Bids - Wisconsin Avenue Control Structure
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to award the
contract for the Wisconsin Avenue control structure from the lowest responsible bidder,
Marcy Construction Company for $78,000.00. The bids are as follows:
Marcy Construction Company
$78,000.00
Redstone Construction Co.
91,850.00
Eng. & Const. Innovations, Inc.
94,360.00
Lametti & Sons
119,500.00
Municipal Builders
120,770.00
Update on General Mills Environmental Assessment Worksheet
William Joynes updated the Council on the status of the Bassett Creek Nature Preserve
Environmental Assessment Worksheet and possible future expansion on the General Mills
campus.
Announcements of Meetings
The Council/Manager meeting is February 13, 2001 at 5:30 p.m.
The next Housing and Redevelopment Authority Meeting is February 13, 2001 at 7:00 p.m.
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will hold an Executive Session on February 13,
2001 at 6:00 pm. to discuss settlement issues with Rudy Luther and condemnation action.
Allen Barnard reviewed the open meeting law.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Micks and motion carried unanimously to reset the
August 7, 2001 City Council meeting to Monday, August 6, 2001.
Mayor and Council Communications
Council Member Johnson announced that Sue Webber had been recognized for her
contributions to the community for working with youth and families.
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Mayor and Council Communications - Continued
Mayor Anderson stated she attended the groundbreaking ceremony held on February 3,
2001 at Meadowbrook School.
Registration for LMC Leadership Conference for Experienced Officials
Mayor Anderson requested that any Council Member who wants to attend the conference
should notify staff.
Update on SCIP and AMM Meetings
Council Member LeSuer updated the Council on the Schools and Communities in Progress
(SKIP) and Association of Metropolitan Municipalities Meetings (AMM) he attended and
distributed copies of the SCIP Annual Report and AMM housing issues report.
Adjournment
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by LeSuer and motion carried unanimously to adjourn the
meeting at 7:38 p.m.
�derson, Mayor
ATTEST:
ally, A�I"jni inistrative Se6tetary