01-17-56 City Council MinutesREGULAR MEETING
OF THE
VILLAGE COUNCIL
January 17, 1956
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village
Council of the Village of Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota was
held in the Village H all in said Village on January 17, 1956, at 7:30
otclock P.M. The following members were present: Nadasdy, Rahn, Stark,
and Teresi; and the following were absent: Bies. The Mayor called the
meeting to order at 7:-50 otclock P.M.
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried that the reading of the minutes
of the meeting held on January 3, 1956, be dispensed with and that said
minutes be approved as submitted to each member of this Council prior to
this meeting unless some member of the audience wishes them read. (The
minutes were not read.)
Request for Public Hearing on re -zoning Mr. E. R. Conry: (See minutes
of January 3, re: Holz paHe-zoning)
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to ratify the insertion of
notice of public hearing in the official newspaper on the re -zoning of
certain properties from open development to Professional and Business
Office District, said public hearing to be held February 7, 1956s the
properties under consideration being known as the "Holzapfel" and the
ItConry" property.
Public Hearing -Rezoning, Property of Minneapolis Park Board:
The Village Clerk presented an affidavit of publication of notice in the
official village newspaper of public hearing to be held at this time and
p" ace regarding the re -zoning of a parcel of land described -in said
affidavit from Railroad -District to Open Development.
Said affidavit was examined, approved, and ordered placed on file in the
office of the Village Clerk. The Mayor announced that this rfas the time
and place for the public hearing above referred to.' All persons who
desired to do so were afforded opportunity to express their views
thereon as follows:
Name of Objector
None
Objection
None
MOVED by Stark seconded by Rahn carried unanimously to give a first
reading to an ordinance entitled, 'FAN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE; ZONING
CODE."
MOVED by Stark seconded by Rahn carried to approve the above ordinance
quoted by title on its first reading.
Letter of Mr. Hyde Edina, re: Natural Gas Rates:
Member Rahn read a letter dated January 4, 1956, from Mr. Warren G.
Hyde, Village Manager of the Village of Edina.
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Teresi carried to instruct the Village Ad-
ministrator to advise Mr. Hyde that the Village of Golden Valley is
willing to join Edina and other communities in the investigation of the
feasibility of hiring a rate expert to study the Hennepin County natural
gas rate schedule.
Boxing and Wrestling Ordinance: (See minutes of July 25, 1955.)
Mr. Clarence Tolg, 206 Meadow Lane North, stated that he had made a
digest of a survey conducted by Mr. Owens regarding fees charged in other
municipalities for outdoor shows and entertainments, and that on the
basis of said study he believed the $250.00 fee per performance was too
high and might be cons:;dered illegal by a court of law. Mr. Tolg
suggested two ammendments to the present ordinance, (1) The fee be
reduced to $50.00 for the first performance and $25.00 for each gddit-
ional performance. (2) A time limit on performances and rehersals.
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried unaminously to give a first
reading to "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AND ORDINANCE
PROHIBITING PIIFESSIONAL BOXING AND WRESTLING MATCHES, PFOHIBITII`3G
SHOWS AND ENTERTAINMENT IN CERTAIN DISTRICTS, AND ESTABLISHING PENALTIES
FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF".
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the above ordinance
by title its first
quoted on reading.
Fire Department, Mutual Aid Agreement -Southern Communities:
The Administrator stated that the Fire Chief recommended the approval
of a new contract now in the possession of the attorney.
The Village Attorney stated that he had examined the agreement and
found it to be in proper order.
MOVED bV Stark seconded by Teresi carried to approve said contract and
to authorize the proper officers to execute the agreement.
Public Hearings -Street Vacation:
The Attorney stated that said matter had not been advertised. The
Council instructed the matter be advertised for public hearing on
February 7, 1956.
Hardship Waiver, Lot, 7 Block 1, Thotlands Twin View Terrace:
Action deferred until such time as proponents appear.
Hardship waiver -Parcel A and B. Lot 4, Sunnyridge Addition:
Action deferred until such time as proponents appear.
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Hardship waiver -Lot 6, Block 2, Hampshire Oaks 3rd Addition:
A representative of the Fairview Construction Company requested a 20
foot sidelot waiver on Lot 6, Block 2, Hampshire Oaks 3rd Addition.
He stated that a foundation had been laid within 15 feet of Kelly
Drive. Planning Commission action was reported to the Council by the
Engineer.
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to table the matter until the
meeting of February 71 1956, to enable Council men to investigate the
matter.
Report of Attorney, re: Right of way acquisition, Yale Garden Homes:
The Village Attorney stated that he had been unable to obtain any right
of way deeds thus far. Discussion with Mr. Evald Nelson, 4845 33rd Avenue
North, and other citizens, followed. The Council instructed its
administrative staff to give said matter immediate attention.
Sanitary Sewer Special Assessments -Protest of Mr. Stejskal:.
Mr. Stejskal, owner of Lot 6, Block 1, Golden Valley Gardens, stated
that his lot ran from Kyle to June Avenues and that he was being
assessed for both frontages, even though it would be impossible to
connect a building sewer to the June Avenue frontage. Mr. Stejskal
objected to assessment on the June Avenue frontage.
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Teresi carried to refer the matter to the
G. M. Orr Engineering Company for study and report at the February 7,
1956, meeting.
Policy res_Pre-Payment of special assessments upon division property:
The Village Administrator stated that he had studied the matter of
division of property with respect to the special assessments already
imposed thereon, and requested t hat when property is divided municipalities
lose money when the special assessments are redistributed.
The matter was deferred to the meeting of January 28, 1956.
Re: Minneapolis Park Property:
The Village Administrator stated that property now owned by the
Minneapolis Park Board had been erroneously assessed for trunk sewer
in the amount of $20,333.12 and for lateral sewers in the amount of
$17,114.16.
The Council referred the matter to the Attorney for study and report
at the January 28, 1956, meeting.
Second Reading, Ordinance Raising dog license fees:
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Teresi carried to give a second reading to an
ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE LICENSING AND
REGULATING DOGS, PROVIDING FOR IMPOUNDING DOGS AND PRESCRIBING A PENALTY
FOR VIOLATION."
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the above ordinance
quoted by title on its second reading and to order its passage and
publication. See Ordinance Book Page.
Discussion regarding enforecement of dog ordinance:
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to request the ovmers of Merry
Hills Kennels , and the Hennepin County Animal "escue League, to
appear at the meeting to be held on January 28, 1956, and at that time
to present a letter setting forth all fees and charges for patrolling
the Village.
Discussion, Ordinance regarding hazardous buildings:
The Attorney presented a proposed ordinance regarding hazardous buildings,
and stated that such an ordinance is in effect in every municipality
adjacent to the city of Minneapolis.
The matter was referred to the Health Officer for study and recommendation.
Letter from Dewey Newcombe, Appraisals, re: gravel "Pit":
The Village Administrator read a letter dated January 12, 1956, from
Dewey Newcombe Appraisals regarding the possible sale of the Village
Gravel "Pit".
14OVED by Rahn seconded by Teresi carried to re-refer the disposition
of the gravel "Pit" to the Village Planning Commission for study and
recommendation.
Preliminary Approval. -Darn Acres .1.rd Addition:
Mr. Leonard43Sandstone of the Casewell Engineering Company, repre-
senting the owners of Dawn Acres 3rd Addition, stated that all of the
Planning Commission's recommendations had been complied with regard-
ing said subdivision.
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to grant preliminary approval
to said plat.
Plat -Mary Hills: Final Approval:
MOVED by Stark seconded by Teresi carried to accept the plat of Mary
Hills subject to the submission of a completion and maintenance bond
and to agreements on file in the office of the Village Clerk, to order
advertisement of public hearing to re -zone said plat to residential
on February 71 1956, and to authorize the proper village officials
to affix their signatures thereto.
Sanitary Sewer Contract with St. Louis Park:
The Village Attorney presented the proposed contract between the Village
of Golden Valley and the City of St. Louis Park, for the joint south
trunk sewer line and trunk sewer number one.
The matter was deferred to the meeting of January 28, 1956, for study
by the Council. .t
Bonds, Justice Lommen and Constable Nielsen:
MOVED by Stark seconded by Rahn carried to approve the bonds of A. Paul
Lommen, Justice of Peace, and Harlow E. Nielsen, Constable, and Roger
R. Scheid, Constable, said bonds having been approved by the Village
Attorney as to form.
Specifications, Council Table
MOVED by Stark seconded by Rahn carried to approve the plans and
specifications for the Council table as submitted, with the addition
of individually keyed locks on all drawers, and to order advertisement
for bids on February 7, 1956. The Council authorized the construction
of a railing after construction of said table.
Supplemental Bond Issue, Sanitary Sewer Lateral Improvement No. 1:
The Village Administrator presented several questions regarding the
supplemental bond issues.
The Council requested that these questions be sent to each individual
member of the Council for study and decision at the January 28, 19562
meeting.
Public Hearin ordering thereof,, to re -zone all land platted since
ept� ember 20, 1 , to residential:
MOVED b Stark seconded by Teresi carried to instruct the Village
Clerk to insert notice of public hearing in the official village
newspaper on the re -zoning of certain properties known as Westbrook
Addition and Brunswick Court from Open Development to Residential,
said public hearing to be held on February 7, 1956.
Re: Explorers, Boy Scout Organizations
MOVED by Stark seconded by Teresi carried to instruct the Village
Administrator to write to Mr. Porter, 2834 Zarthan Avenue, St. Louis
Park, Minneapolis 16, Minn., expressing the Councils approval and
desire for the continues work fo the "Explorers" organization.
Re: Letter of Governor, re: "Juvenile Delinquency":
The Mayor read a letter from Governor Freeman dated January 9, 1956.
regarding "Town Hall Meeting Week".
The council discussed various citizens who are qualified for the
charimanship of the committee, and the desirability of studying juvenilke
delinquency.
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to appoint Mr. Robert Van
Hauer as chairman of said committee. Mr. Rahn agreed to consult Mr.
Van Hauer regarding the appointment.
Laurel Avenue, construction thereof and acquisition of righ-of moray:•
The Village Attorney stated that legal descriptions for the right-of-
way required for Laurel Avenue would be forwarded to Mr. Coulter for
proof-ing.
Gasoline Filling Station license:
Member Rahn, chairman of the license committee, recommended the iss-
uance of the license to Mr. Robert Hanson for the service station
located at 7901 Sixth Avenue North.
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Stark carried to issue filling station
license No. 101.4 to Mr. Robert Hanson.
Closing of Agenda:
The Council agreed on Thursday as closing day for the agenda, and that
only by unanimous consent of the Council can items be added to the Agenda
after it is closed.
Hose Reel -New Fire Truck:
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Rahn carried to authorize the purchase of one
hose reel for the new Fire Truck for approximinately $250.00.
Maintenance of County Road x#41 ,(Old Wayzata Boulevard):
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Teresi carried to authorize the Administrator
to negotiate with St. Louis Park regarding snow plowing and maintenance,
and reconstruction with concrete curb and gutters of said street during
1956.
Deputy Assessors
The Village Administrator stated that the Assessor had hired Mr. Ingrid
Woehning to assist with assessing records for a period not to exceed
50 days.
MOVED by Stark seconded.by Teresi carried to ratify the action of the
Administrator, salary to be as in previous years.
Salaries -1956:
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to grant $25.00 per month increases
to Mrs. Aaker, Mrs. Paquette and Mres. Penniman, retroactive to January
1, 1956.
MOVED b� Rahn seconded by Stark carried to grant $50.00 per month
salary increase to Mr. Owens, retroactive to January 1, 1956.
New Engineer:
MOVED by Stark seconded by Rahn carried to emply, Mr. Ralph P. Fred-
erickson, 4430 Scott Avenue, Robbinsdale, Minneapolis Minn., as Village
Engineer. Mr. Fredericksonts salary to be $7,400 per annum plus $600.00
car allowance commencing February 15, 1956.
B ills:
MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the following bills
in the total amount of 517, X807.01
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$3,374.21
8837 .
.
. . . . . . . . . . . Arthur Hansen, Treas.
381.68
8838 .
.
. . . . . o . . . . . Federal Reserve Bank
1013.80
8839 .
.
. . . . . . . . . . . David Lee Braden
9.00
8840 .
.
. . . . . .,. . . . . Harry Hamman
165.05
8841 .
.
. . . . . . . . o . . Martin Paquette
150.35
88.2 .
.
. . . o . . . . Postmaster Leonard Ramberg
200.00
Void 8843 •
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. . . • . . . . Construction Bulletin
5.00 Void.
8844 .
.
. . . . . . . . . . . W. A. Moes
213.00
885 .
.
. . . . . . . . . . .No W. Bell Telephone Co.
70.79-
8846
. . . . . . . . . . .Golden Valley Pure Oil Co
3o4 .,91-
1,8847
8847 .
.
. . . . . . o o o o Go V. Suburban Press
58.20
8848 .
.
. . o . . . , . . . City of Minneapolis
10.00
8819 .
.
, o o . o . . . Ed. Ryan, Sheriff
6.00
8850 .
.
. . . ..Farnham Stat. & School S. Co. 279. 5.5
8851 .
.
. . . . . . . . . Miller Davis Co.
2071 ,
8852 .
.
. . . . . . . . . J. A. Curtis
44.75 -
8853 .
.
. . . , o . , o . . . Doyle Lock Co.
13.80
885 .
.
. . . . . . . . . . . George W. Taylor
283.00
8855 .
.
. . . . . . . . . . . A. B. C. Cabinet Shop
325.00
8856 .
.
. . . . . o . . . . . Robert J. Kidwodedki
35.00
8857 .
.
. . . . . . . . . . . John Co Richards
2.50
8858 .
.
. . .. . . . . . . . Al stein
27.50
8859 .
.
. . . . . . . . . . . Everett Fransen
2.50
8860 .
.
. . . . . . . . . . . Hans Walz
2.50
8861 .
.
o . . o . . . . . . . Shell Oil Co.
62.64
8862 .
.
. o o . . . o 0 o . . Stailey D. Kane
4.78
8863 .
.
. . . , o o , o o o . Roy D. Elveell
168.00
886. .
.
. . . . . . . . . . . Neal Rydmark
242.00
8865 .
.
. . . . . . . . . . Fredrick Sheeny Co.
177.25
8866 /
.
. . . . . . . . . . Minn. Public ork Equip. Co.
90.86 h
8867.
.
. . . . . . . . . . Mpls. Oxygen Co.
78.88,
' 8868 .
.
. . o . . . . . . . W. H. Ziegler Co.
86052 .A
8869 .
.
. . . . . 0 0 . . 0 0 Thompson Lumber Co.
23,. 82-r
8870 o o , , * o . . . . . . . Landers, Norbloom Christensen-315.02-
8871
hristensen315.028871 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lyle K. Larsen 40.98-
8872
0.98"8872 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mpls. Blueprinting 27.90 ^
8873 . . . . . . . . . . . . . N. W. National Bank 5;,202.25
8874 . . . . . . . . . . . Mpls. Gas Company 157..07
8875 . . . . . . . . . . . . . G. M. Orr Eng. Co. 2,571.32
8876 . . . . . . . . . H. C. Alden 1,2€52.00
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