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REGULAR MEETING
of the
VILLAGE COUNCIL
February 6, 1962
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 at 7800 Golden Valley Road in said Village on
February 6, 1962, at 7:30 P. M.
The following members were present: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Scherer, and
Teresi; and the following was absent: Bies.
Present were Village Manager, Roger K. Ulstad; Village Engineer, Donald
Sorensen; Village Clerk, Helen Penniman; Director of Park & Recreation
Commission, John Brenna; President of Park & Recreation Commission,
Ray G. Petersen.
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:30 P. M.
Invocation: Rev. Norman D. Long, Church of the Brethren, 8025 Medicine
Lake Road.
Minutes of January 16, 1962:
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the minutes of
January 16, 1962, as submitted to the Council.
Continued Public Hearing • Zoning, Open Development to Residential:
The continued public hearing called for January 2, 1962; the Mayor
announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on the proposed
rezoning.
Section :
OBJECTOR
Mr. Ruben D. Wenzel
2040 Douglas Drive North
Mr. William J. Thomas
2511 Douglas Drive North
Section M & N:
OBJECTIO
Stated Mr. Hamilton and Mr. Einar
were also opposed to the proposed
zoning.
Asked why this zoning is being
proposed.
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Mr. Earl Johnson, representing Mr. Johnson stated the property
Mrs. Emelia Johnson across Medicine Lake Road in Crystal
2531 Douglas Drive North is zoned for a Geriatrics Center.
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Mr. Jos. S arych Asked if this area in -
6909 Medicine Lake Road cluded his property.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
The Village Manager presented the recommendation of the Planning
Commission, (see minutes of January 11, 1962) to approve Section J
to be rezoned to Residential, and to leave Section M & N in Open
Development zone.
MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to rezone Section J
from Open Development to Residential upon recommendation of the
Planning Commission, and to give a first reading to an ordinance en-
titled:
"AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE"
(Open Development to Residential)
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the ordinance
herein quoted by title on its first reading.
MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to give a second reading
to the above entitled ordinance on the grounds that a public urgency
exists.
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the ordi-
nance herein quoted by title on its second reading and to order
publication thereof. See Ordinance Book page �•
Continued Public Hearin- Zoning, Open Development to Residential:
The continued public hearing called for January 16, 1962; the Mayor
announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on the
following proposed rezonings:
Tract B:
OBJECTOR
Mr. A. H. Michael, Attorney for
Mr. Roy Olson, owner of
6627 - 6th Avenue North
OBJECTION
Mr. Michael requested a defer-
ment of the proposed rezoning
to study the Village Zoning
Code. Council referred the
matter to the Planning Commission.
Mr. H. V. Harding of 6705 - 6th Avenue North submitted a petition dated
February 1, 1962, against the proposed rezoning by effected property
owners in the area. Said petition was ordered placed on file in the
Clerk• s office.
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Tract K:
OBJECTOR
None
OB ECTION
None
Tract 0:
Council referred Tract 0 to the Planning Commission for further study.
Tract P:
Tract P was tabled by the Council pending findings in a condemnation
proceedings now in court.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Scherer carried to give a first reading to
an ordinance entitled:
"AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE"
(Open Development to Residential)
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the ordinance
herein quoted by title on its first reading.
MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to give a second reading
to the above entitled ordinance on the grounds that a public urgency
exists.
MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Scherer carried to approve the ordinance
herein quoted by title on its second reading and to order publication
thereof. See Ordinance Book page
Resolution Orderin
Advertisement for Bids
Construction & Mainten
Petroleum Prod
treet
1962:
Member Teresi introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
"RESOLUTION MAKING ESTIMATES OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS"
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded
by Member Flannagan and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Scherer, and Teresi; and the
following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature
attested by the Clerk. See Resolutions Book page .
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Regular Meeting of the Village Council, February 6, 1962
Communication from the Minneapolis Park Board:
Council discussed the resolution outlining the proposed agreement;
item 6 (a) was discussed as to the legality of the present Council
committing future Councils to commitments of this nature.
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Scherer carried that the resolution
setting forth provisions of an agreement be approved with the ex-
ception of the deletion of item 6 (a). Said agreement being the
recommendations set forth in a communication dated January 22, 1962,
from the Board of Park Commissioners.
Request for Transfer of License: Valley Inn, 4040 Olson Mem. High;
Council deferred the matter to the meeting of February 20, 1962,
pending a recommendation from the Planning Commission re: Ordinance
Waiver.
Reauest for Preliminary Approval. Building Permit 5300 Wayzata Blvd.:
Council deferred the matter to the meeting of February 20, 1962, upon
request by the proponent.
Request for Preliminary Approval, Building Permit - Madison Ave. &
Louisiana:
Council deferred the matter to the meeting of February 20, 1962,
after viewing preliminary drawings and plans.
Reauest for Preliminary Approval. Building Permit - 845 France Ave. No.:
The Village Manager presented plans and specifications for an addition
to the Animal Rescue League at 845 France Avenue North.
MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to approve the request
for a building permit for the Animal Rescue League at 845 France
Avenue North, subject to the approval of the Building Inspector.
Request for "On -Sale" Liquor License. 5300 Wayzata Blvd.:
Council deferred the matter to February 20, 1962, upon request of the
proponent.
Request for "On -Sale" Liquor License] Madison Ave. W. & Louisiana:
Mr. Robert Krause and architect presented plans for a restaurant and
liquor lounge at Madison Avenue West & Louisiana (Advertising Creative
Center).
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Council discussed the matter; no action taken. The matter was deferred
to the meeting on February 20, 1962.
Request for Sin Permit; Golden Hills Drug Store,_5400 Wayzata Boulevard:
The Village Manager presented the request for a sign permit for Golden
Hills Drug Store at 5400 Wayzata Boulevard. Messrs. Green appeared to
answer questions of the Council.
Council requested a shield to protect the residential area to the north
from flashing lights and a reduction in height of the proposed sign.
The proponents agreed to redesign the said sign and submit another
request.
Request for Simon Permits Paddy's Drive Inns 3900 Olson Mem. Highway:
The Village Manager presented the request for a sign permit for Paddy's
Drive Inn at 3900 Olson Memorial Highway.
MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to approve the request
for a sign permit for Paddy's Drive Inn at 3900 Olson Memorial Highway,
subject to the approval of the Building Inspector.
Request for Sign Permit; LuckX Dollar Grocer - 5418 Wa zata Boulevard:
The Village Manager presented the request for a sign permit for the
Lucky Dollar Grocery at 5418 Wayzata Boulevard.
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the request
for a sign permit for the Lucky Dollar Grocery at 5418 Wayzata Boulevard,
subject to the approval of the Building Inspector.
Request for Street Lights - Woodlawn Park:
Mr. Charles Anderson and Mr. James Rudolph appeared and read excerpts
from "Street & Highway Lighting" Magazine re: reduced crime in lighted
areas.
Council discussed the installation of three street lights on Orchard
Avenue North from Culver Road to Triton Drive on the basis that the
residents were willing to remit in advance the charges for maintenance
and current used.
Request for Ordinance Waiver, 5411 Circle Down - Weldwood Nursing Home:
The Village Manager presented the Planning Commission recommendation.
(See minutes of Jan. 11, 1962.) Revised plans for an addition to
Weldwood Nursing Home at 5411 Circle Down were submitted.
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MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Scherer carried to approve the re-
quest for Ordinance Waiver, subject to the approval of the Building
Inspector.
Request for Public Hearing - Zoning Open Development to Residential:
The Village Manager submitted a request for a public hearing to zone
Open Development to Residential on March 61 1962.
MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Scherer carried to call a public
hearing on March 6, 1962, to zone open development to residential.
Request to Advertise for Bids for Self -Propelled Pneumatic Roller:
The Village Manager presented a request to advertise for bids for a
Self -Propelled Pneumatic Roller on March 6, 1962.
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to advertise for bids
for a Self -Propelled Pneumatic Roller on March 6, 1962.
Request for Taxicab License, Urban Radio Cab:
Mr. Robert Lumley and Mr. Howard Lindskog appeared before Council to
request a taxicab license for six cabs.
MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to approve the request
for six cab license for Urban Radio Cab, subject to liability insur-
ance and fees being submitted.
Request re: TemporarX Use of Building. Irving Brown:
Mr. Irving Brown appeared before Council to request temporary use, for
one year, of a building on his property by the Nelson -Johnson Cabinet
Shop. Council requested a report from the Building Inspector on the
proposed building for this use.
Letter re: Appraisal on St. Margaret Mary Property:
The Village Manager presented a letter dated February 3, 1962, con-
taining an appraisal on the property of St. Margaret Mary. Said
letter was ordered placed on file in the Clerk's Office.
Golden Valley Park & Recreation Commissions Dr. Ray G. Petersen:
Dr. Ray G. Petersen, Chairman of the Park & Recreation Commission,
requested that the existing swimming pool committees be placed under
the guidance of the Park and Recreation Commission. Dr. Petersen
proposed a survey to determine the public desire in regard to swimming
pools, and read a resolution passed by the Park and Recreation
Commission at their last meeting.
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Mr. John Brenna, Director of Parks and Recreation, spoke to the Council
in regard to outdoor pools and indoor outdoor pools.
Council agreed that all committees working on swimming pools be called
for a meeting with the Park & Recreation Commission and Council.
Licenses:
MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the licenses
listed below:
LICENSES FOR APPROVAL - February 6, 1962
NO. LICENSEE TYPE FEE PENALTY
2366
Urban Radio Cab (New)
Taxi (6 cabs)
$66.00
2367
Leo's Service
Cigarette
12.00 $2.50
2368
Gray's Texaco Service
Cigarette
12.00 2.50
2369
Gray's Texaco Service
Filling Station
20.00
(4 pumps)
2370
Gray's Texaco Service
Soft Drink
10.00
2371
Valley Standard Service
Cigarette
12.00 2.50
Request to Advertise for Bids - One Ton Dump Truck (Park & Rec. Dept.):
The Village Manager presented the request to advertise for bids for a
One Ton Dump Truck for the Park and Recreation Department.
MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Scherer carried to advertise for bids for
a One Ton Dump Truck for the Park and Recreation Department on March 6,
1962.
Request by Village of Plymouth for Sewer Service:
The Village Manager presented a request from the Village of Plymouth
for temporary sewer service through the Village of Golden Valley.
Council discussed the above request and determined the rate of charges
should be based on the flow of sewage rather than a lump sum charge for
a period of years.
Bills:
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MOVED by Scherer seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the bills as
submitted on the prelist.
Public Hearin - Alternate Trunk Water Route:
All present agreed to add the above matter to the agenda.
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Member Flannagan introduced the following resolution and MOVED its
adoption:
"AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR
PUBLIC HEARING ON A CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT"
(Water Main Trunks and Facilities for Water Supply and Storage,
Project No. 62 W.M.T.)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by Member Scherer and, upon vote being taken thereon, the
following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Scherer, and
Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None, whereupon said
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and his signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolutions Book page ,,'
MOVED by Scherer seconded by Flannagan carried to adjourn the meeting at
12:00 o'clock -P. M. '
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Mayor
Attest:
Village Clerk
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