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05-05-53 Council Minutes42 REGULAR MEETING of the VILLAGE (D UNCI L May 5, 1953 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meet- ing of the Village Council of the Village of Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota, was held at the Village Hall in said Village on the 5th day of May, 1953, at 7:30 P.M. The following members were present: Foss, Rahq,Stark, and Stasel; and the following member arrived shortly after the meeting had begun: Reiss. Moved by Stark seconded by Rahn carried that the minutes of the last meeting be approved as read. Results of Advisory Election: 1 Sewer Area Yes No One 779 M5 Two 33 3U0 Three 26 127 Four 139 177 Sanitary Sewers: Member Foss presented figures showing t at residents of Sewer Area One could by using the trunk sewer line of the Village of Crystal obtain needed sewage disposal at a cost of approximately $ 85.00 per 100 foot lot not.including the cost of financing said sum over a twenty year period. It was pointed out that this sum including finance costs was not lower than the previous estimate of the Orr Engineering Com -)any, and that the above plan would not anticipate future needs of the Village in that only those areas lying to the north of the Crystal line would be able to use said line. MOVED by Rahn seconded by Reiss carried that the Village of Golden Valley adopt the joint sewer interceptor system with the Village of Crystal participating in 45%o of the initial consturction costs in accordance with the preliminary survey of the G.M. Orr Engineering Company, and that the Village Attorney be instructed to negotiate a contract with the Village of Crystal on the above basis, said contract to include arch items as maintenance, peak flowage to be permitted, and similar matters, said contract to be pre- sented to the respective councils for final approval at the earliest possible time; This motion not to be construed an order to proceed except in accordance with the contract with the G.M. Orr Company. Member Foss voted NO on the above motion. Public Hearing, Re -zoning of Property in Westurban: The Village Clerk presented an affidavit of pu 1 ca on of notice of public hearing to be held at this time and place regarding the re -zoning of Lot 8 Block 1, Westurban Addition from Open Development to Community Store. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place of the Public Hearing above referred to, and all persons present who desired to do so were afforded opportunity to express their views thereon, as follows: Enaco, Inc., petitioning organization, through its representative Mr. Paul Enghauser, stated that Morell and Nichols, planning engineers, had recommended that this particular area be reserved for a community store development; that such a community store area would or could serve 780 homes; that the stores constructed would be on "islands" surrounded by grass and shrubbery with adequate provisions for parking and that said stores would be one story high and would be of a type of architecture which would conform to that of neighboring homes. A petition infavor of re -zoning the area was presented, as well as the signed requests of a number of persons who had signed an original petition against the re -zoning that their names be withdrawn as objectors. The following persons spoke in favor of the re -zoning: Mrs. Wilson, 2018 Ordway, who stated that she bought the lot she did with the understanding that the area would be a community store area; Mr. M.J. Kennedy,who stated that he sold three lots on the strength of the statement that the developers intended to request the re -zoning; Mr. Shimek, who lives very close to the area; a Mr. Tomey, who stated that persons in Glenview Terrace were in favor of the re -zoning, and a Mr. Ray Roloff. The following persons spoke against the re -zoning: Mr. G. Hansen, who asked that the matter be referred to the Planning Commission; Mr. Dudley Hall, who also requested that the matter be referred to the Planning Commission, and who expressed the opinion that most of the people living in a six block radius were opposed toth.e re -zoning; a man who stated that his request for a filling station in the neighborhood had been denied a number of years previous; and a Mr. Price Douglas who stated that possible traffic congestion should be considered if the area'is zoned Community Store. MOVED by Stark seconded by Rahn carried that the matter, on recommendation of the Mayor, be referred to the Planning Commission for its consideration with the request that the Commission hold a public hearing on the matter and make recommendations to the Council at the earliest possible time. Purchase of Bituminous Maintenance Distributor: The Village Clark presented an affidavit of publication of noticeto purchase a bituminous maintenance distributor according to specifications submitted by the Administrative Assistant, said bids to be opened and considered at this meeting. Said affidavit was examined, approved,and ordered placed on file. The Administrative As3stant announced that three sealed bids had been received which were opened, read and considered, as follows: Name of Company Price Frawley Equipment Co. 315.00 -- 600 gal.unit 3355.00 -- 800 gal. unit Rosholt E;juipment Co. 2641.00 -- 800 gal. unit Ziegler Equipment Co. Not considered, non- conformance with spec- ifications. MOVED by Reiss seconded by Stark earried to accept the bid of the Rosholt Equipment Company for an 800 gallon bituminous maintenance distributor per specifications for the sum of $ 2,641.00, and to authorize the Mayor and the Clerk to sign a contract for said unit. The Clerk was instructed to return the certified checks and bid bonds of the unsuccessful bidders. Extension of Thotland Road: The attorney for the Thotlands et al advised the Council that her clients had not had sufficient time to work out a detailed plan with the firm of Cartwright and Olson, and requested a continuation of the matter. After further discussion by both parties, the Council deferred action on the matter to the meeting of May 19, 1953• Pistol Range at Sheriff's Radio Station: The Administrative Ass Stant present ed tIe profile map of said installation to the Council for theCouncilts information. 1 Re -zoning of Hyer Property: The Clerk presented an affidavit oT-publicationo notice of public hearing to be held at this time and place regarding the zoning of a pareel of land as described in said affidavit from Open Development to Community Store. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place of the public hearing above referred to, and all persons present who desired to do so were afforded opportunity to express their views thereon, as follows: Mr Clifford Adams spoke in favor of the re -zoning. There were no objections. MOVED by Reiss seconded by Foss carried to give first reading to an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY ESTABLISHING A CERTAIN COMMUNITY STORE DISTRICT." MOVED by Rahn seconded by Reiss carried that due to the existence of an# urgency and the fact that no objection to the re -zoning was voiced that a second reading be given to an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE _AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY ESTABLISHING A CERTAIN COMMUNITY STORE DISTRICT", and that publication be ordered, and that the Building Inspector be instructed to issue a building permit to Mr. Clifford Adams per plans andSEE ORDINANCE specifications on file in said officials office. GOOK PAGk:.L%.F_ Tax Forfeited Lands: Member Foss offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, The Village Council of the Village of Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota, has received from the County Auditor of Hennepin County, Minnesota, a list of lands in said Village which became the property of the State of Minnesota under theprovisions of law declaring the forfeiture of lands to the State fbr non- pa�ment of taxes, which said list has been designated as List 362-C, March 17, 1953; and WHEREAS, EACH parcel of land described in said list has hereto fore been classified by the Board of County Commissioners of Hennepin County, Minnesota as non - conservation land and the sale thereof has hereto fore been authorized by said Board of County Commissioners; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by said Village Council, acting pursuant to Minnesota Statutesibr 1945 M Section 282.01, that the said Classification by said Board of County Commissioners of each parcel of land described in said list as non -conservation land be and the same is hereby approved: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Village Council that the Village of Golden Valley be granted full title to said lands for Park Purposes. The question was on the adoption of theresolution and the roll being called, there were five YEAS and no NAYS, as follows: Foss Stark Rahn Stasel Reiss Resolution adopte . ATTEST: a), Mayor Clerk VILLAGE OF GOLDEN VALLEY VI LLA GE OF GOLDEN VALLEY SEAL Re: License of Black Top Auto Livery Co. Mr. OtConnor presented letters signed by various residents and businesses endorsing his application for an auto livery license. It was decided to postpone action pending a further investigation on the matter by Members Rahn and Stark. Salaries of Employees: After discussion, MOVED by Reiss seconded by Foss carried to grant a four Der cent merit increase retroactive to April 15, 1953 to Arno Denzin ( 14.00 per month), Marvin Schuller ($12.04 per month), and Alden Lidster ($ 11.60 per month). Moved b Reiss seconded b;; Rahn carried to grant Arno Denzin 16 15.00 per month for the use of his personal automobile on village business retroactive to April 15, 1953, such car expense payment to be without precedent. The Administrative Assistant read a letter from the Civil Service Commission dated May 1, 1953• The Adntnistrative Assist was instructed to cause copies of said letter to be sent to all council members for their consideration. Kenber Reiss requested the Council to instruct Chief Mc Ginnis to attend the Council meeting of May 19, 1953s which request was granted. Re: County Improvements on Golden Valley Road: Mr. Zimmerman, County Highway Engineer,, explained the proposed improvement, and stated that the Village would not be expected to participate in the cost of said improvement. MOVED by Stark seconded by Foss carried to approve the grade and changes in route of Golden Valley Road as proposed by the County on the basis of the representations of Mr. Zimmerman, subject to the approval of the Village Engineers. Quebec Avenue North. Bridge: Cors truction of a bridge over Bassett's Creek, whiab is also a County Ditch, on said quebec Avenue, will be among the improvements which will be considered by the Council in connection with the 1953 improvement program. Mr. Zimmerman stated that it was not thepolicy of the County to participate in the construction of bridges .over waterways where such a bridge does not serve a county' road. Turner's Cross Road: Mr. Zimmerman stated that the County would mee grades eet by villages and would participate in drainage projects which affect county roads, but that the extent of participation cannot be stated until after the grade set by the village is met. There was discussion regarding the construction of curb and gutter on Turner's Cross Road but no conclusions were reached. BuildinE De artment Reports: Building Department reports orthe month of April are as follows: Type No. Permits Building 27 Plumbing 33 Electrical 31 The above report was approved, Valuation Fee 523,503.00 701.00 20,940.00 126.25 90205.00 156.30 Payment of $ 12,000.00 to Orr Engineering: The Administrative Assistant read a letter dated April 23, x.953 from the G.M• Orr Engineering Company, which letter stated in part that "If you cannot do this(pay $ 12,000.00 on June 30, 1953, or give us a warrant payable September 30) we presume the only thing to do is wait until September 3011 The Council accepted the above quoted statement. M Zoning Ordinance: The Council instructed the Village AT orney to place a notice of public hearing on May 19, 1953 in the official village newspaper. New Tavern Ordinance: Moved by Reiss seconded bar Rahn carriea to give a first reading to an ordinance entitled: " AN ORDINANCE REPEALING CERTAIN ORDINANCES RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF DANCE HALLS, PROVIDING FOR SPECIAL GOLF CLUB NON"INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSES AND REGULATING AND LICENSING TAVERNS." Moved by Reiss seconded by Foss carried to give a first reading to an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE LICENSING AND REGULATING PLACES OF BUSINESS WHERE PUBLIC DANCING IS PEFMITTED OR WHERE MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT IS PROVID=ED." Mpls. Northfield and South R.R. Co. Report: Mr. Davenport advised gy e Council at the building j1ans of a certain industry had been submitted to the architects and engineers, but that he had no further information. Mr. Davenport agreed to report further to the Council at the May 192 1953 meeting. Licenses: Moved by Rahn seconded by Foss carried that he following licenses be approved per applications on file: License No. To Whom Issued Purpose `74 Valley Inn Cigarette 673 G.V. Golf Club Beer -on sale 672 Brookview Golf Club Beer -on sale Moved by Rahn seconded by Reiss Barrie d to deny the application of Mr. Carl Engebretson for a license to collect gvrbage and instructed the Administrative Assistant to return thelicense fee which he has paid. Election Judges and Clerks: Moved by Reiss eeconded by Rahn carried to ratify the action of the Village Clerk in appointing the following named persons to serve as election judges and clerks for the advisory election held May 4, 1953% Election District No. One Election District No. -Two Mrs. Wm. J. Halluska::• Mrs. Mayfred Moore- Mrs. Don Scrimger I.Irs. Inez Kullberg Mrs. Benjamin Farr Mrs. Jeanne Fudge Mrs. Ilene Asunma Mrs, Bernice Swenningsen Mrs. C.L' Carlson Mrs. Georgia Nelson Assessor: The Village Attorney explained the state law on the matter and stated that a further opinion of the attorney general had been requested. Fire School Attendance: Moved by Reiss seconded by Stark carried a e Council appropriate not more than $ 75.00 in order that eight men from the fire department may attend the Fire School. Plumber's Licenses and Bond: Moved by Rahn seconded by Stark carried that the Village Attorney be instructed to draw up an ordinance which would require all plumbers performing; services in the Village of Golden Valley to be licensed by the Village and carry a penal bond in the sum of w 3000.00. Due to a prior appointment, the Mayor left themeeting. Acting Mayor Ralph H. Stark assumed the chair. Bills: Moved by Stark seconded by Rahn carried that the following bills in the total amount of y 3, 015.13 be approved. 5783 Election District No. Three 25.00- 5.005784 5784 Joseph Silitz 119.15 Mrs. Erling Nordness 132.20 Mrs. Irene Hafterson:: 120.08 Mrs. Hilda Pankonie 149.90 Mrs. Fred Plante 190"Ou Mrs. Ferol Lenix Assessor: The Village Attorney explained the state law on the matter and stated that a further opinion of the attorney general had been requested. Fire School Attendance: Moved by Reiss seconded by Stark carried a e Council appropriate not more than $ 75.00 in order that eight men from the fire department may attend the Fire School. Plumber's Licenses and Bond: Moved by Rahn seconded by Stark carried that the Village Attorney be instructed to draw up an ordinance which would require all plumbers performing; services in the Village of Golden Valley to be licensed by the Village and carry a penal bond in the sum of w 3000.00. Due to a prior appointment, the Mayor left themeeting. Acting Mayor Ralph H. Stark assumed the chair. Bills: Moved by Stark seconded by Rahn carried that the following bills in the total amount of y 3, 015.13 be approved. 5783 B.A. Shuttleworth 25.00- 5.005784 5784 Joseph Silitz 119.15 5785 Alden M. Lidster 132.20 5786 Marvin Schuller 120.08 5787 Arno Denzin 149.90 5788 Royce W. Owens 190"Ou 5789 Marie Ehr 85.40 5790 Al McGinnis 142.86 ,. 5791 Alois J. Stein 142.56 5792 Glenn M. Rye 134.76 5793 Everett M' Frandsen 132.78 5794 Val Bjornson, Treasurer 122.05 5795 Federal Reserve Bank 284.80 5796 Evelyn Denzin 35.15 5797 Opal Elstad 35.00 5798 Fae L. Fay 31.80 5799 Lillian Gee 23.80 5800 Ingrid Woehning 25.90 50 . 5801 5802 5803 5804 5805 5806 5807 5808 5809 5810 5811 5812 5813 5814 5815 5816 5817 Japs-Olson Company Standard Oil Company W.A. Moes Waldron Rexall Drugs Harry Hamman. Northern States Power Co. Armco Drainage and Metal Suburban Hennepin County Lyle Sign Company, Inc. Brulin and Co. Blacktop Service Co. Hale Fire Pump CO. Lester L. ElstadY Post Publishing �o. Products Co. Relief Board Minn. Sand and Gravel Co. Minn. Fire Equipment Co. Thompson Lumber Co. TOTAL 67-50, 44.80 213.91 12.52 94.68 95.5 135. 5 78.89 83.35 16.00 3.50 5.92 99.18 81.30 2.03 3.75 513 1 X13 Moved by Rahn seconded by Foss that the meeting adjourn. G Mayor Attest: , Clerk 1 1 D