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06-15-65 City Council MinutesL7 1 REGULAR MEETING of the VILLAGE COUNCIL June 15, 1965 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 June 15, 1965, at 8:00 o'clock P. M. The following members were present: Flannagan, Qaris, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, and Teresi; and the following were absent: None. Invocation: Mayor Nadasdy. Present were Village Manager, Roger K. Ulstad; Village Attorney, Robert M. Skare; Village Engineer, Donald Sorensen; Village Clerk, Helen Penniman; Building'Inspector, Dan Lynch; President of the Planning Commission, Robert Raugland; Chief of the Fire Department, Al Hanover. Minutes of May 25, 1965 & June 1, 1965: MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to defer action on the minutes of May 25, 1965 and June 1, 1965, to the meeting of June 22, 1965. Public Hearin - Zoning, 5730 Duluth Street Diversified Developers, Inc; Business & Professional Office: The Village Clerk presented an affidavit of publication in the official news- paper of the Notice of Public Hearing as described in said affidavit. Said affidavit was examined, approved and ordered filed in the Clerk's office. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place for the public hearing above referred to and all persons who desired to do so were afforded opportunity to express their views thereon, and all written objections heretofore filed with the Clerk Were presented and considered as follows: None OBJECTION None REASON Mr. Thomas McKee Proposed to build two story office 2902 Hampshire Avenue North. building with brick and granite panels, No storage. Mr. Robert Raugland, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve said zoning. (see minutes of 5-13-65). The Mayor closed the public hearing. Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 15, 1965 MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to give a first reading to an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE" (Business and Professional Office Zoning District; Diversified Developers, Inc.) MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the ordinance herein quoted by title on its first reading. Request for Ordinance Waiver - 5730 Duluth Street, Diversified Developers, Inc.: Mr. Robert Raugland, President of the Planning Commission, presented the. recommendation of the Planning Commission toapprove said waiver.(see minutes of 5-13-65) . MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to approve the request for an ordinance waiver at 5730 Duluth Street for Diversified Developers, Inc., upon recommendation of the Planning Commission. Public Hearing - Zoning, 1710 Douglas Drive, A.A. Hardy & Associates: Business & Professional Office: The Village Clerk presented an affidavit of publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing as described in said affidavit. Said affidavit was examined, approved and ordered filed in the Clerk's Office. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place for the public hearing above referred to and all persons who desired to do so were afforded oppor- tunity to express their views thereon, and all written objections heretofore filed with the Clerk were presented and considered as follows: OBJECTOR None OBJECTION None REASON Mr. Blaine Carey Stated the proposed use of the building, 424 Yosemite Avenue North for a testing laboratory. Brick and glass front with stacked blocks on sides and rear of building. Mr. Robert Raugland, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve said waiver. (see minutes of 5-13-65.) The Mayor closed the public hearing. 1 1 1 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 15, 1965 MOVED by Teresi seconded by Schaphorst carried to give a first reading to an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE" (Business and Professional Office Zoning District; A.A. Hardy and Associates) MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to approve the ordinance herein quoted by title on its first reading. Request for Ordinance Waiver - 1710 Douglas Drive, A. A. Hardy & Associates: Mr. Robert Raugland, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve said waiver. (see minutes of 5-13-65) . MOVED by Schaphorst seconded by Garis carried to approve the request for an ordinance waiver at 1710 Douglas Drive, upon recommendation of the Planning Commission. Public Hearing - Plat, Prospect Heights 2nd Addition: The Village Clerk presented an affidavit of publication in the official news- paper of the Notice of Public Hearing as described in said affidavit. Said affidavit was examined, approved and ordered filed in the Clerk's Office. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place for the public hearing above referred to and all persons who desired to do so were afforded oppor- tunity to express their views thereon. No persons presented objections except the following: OBJECTOR None OBJECTION None Mr. Orion Baun, Caswell Engineering Company presented the final plat for approval of Prospect Heights 2nd Addition. Mr. Robert Raugland, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve said plat. (see minutes of 6-10-65). The Mayor closed the public hearing. Member Teresi introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION" (Acceptance of Plat - Prospect Heights 2nd Addition) Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 15, 1965 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Garis and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page -- Continued Public Hearing Plat, Medley Hills 2nd Addition: The Village Manager announced that this was a continued public hearing called on June 1, 1965. Mr. F. J. Sulzbach, 9011 Medicine Lake Road, appeared and requsted that building permits be issued only on Ensign Avenue. Mr. Robert Raugland, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve said plat. (see minutes of 6-10-65). The Mayor closed the public hearing. Member Flannagan introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION" (Acceptance of Plat - Medley Hills 2nd Addition) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Schaphorst and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page�z. Public Hearing - Public Improvements, Bituminous Surfacing (65 -BS -2913001,32): The Village Clerk presented an affidavit showing publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing on Certain Proposed Public Improvements (Proposed Bituminous. Surfacing -65 -BS -29, 30, 31, 32) described in the resolution of this Council relating thereto, adopted on May 25, 1965. Said affidavit was then examined, approved and ordered filed in the dffice of the Village Clerk. The Mayor then announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on said proposed public improvements, and all persons present to do so were afforded opportunity to express their views thereon. No persons presented objections except the following: 65 -BS -29: OBJECTOR None OBJECTION None 1 1 1 1 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 15, 1965 6 -BS- 0: OBJECTOR None 65 -BS -31: OBJECTOR None Dr. Elliot Latts 73.0 Ridgeway Road Mr. Oldrich 0. Otypka 7.00 Half Moon Drive Dr. Robert K. Nolan 7360 Half Moon Drive 65 -BS -32: OBJECTOR Mr. Wesley Harding 6705 - 6th Avenue North The Mayor closed the public hearing. OBJECTION None OBJECTION None Will not use this road, an assessment will be unfair. Wants street grade to remain below his steps, objects to street grade being raised. Dr. Nolan also objected to any change in the street grade. OBJECTION Stated that his tenant had signed the petition, Mr. Harding doesnot want the improvement. Member Flannagan introduced the following resolution and MOVE) its adoption: "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Bituminous Surfacing - 65 -BS -29,30,31 & 32) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Schaphorst and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, and Teresi9 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page 9,0 . Member Teresi introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING WORK DONE BY DAY LABOR" (Proposed Bituminous Surfacing: 65 -BS -29,30, 31 & 32) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by. Member Schaphorst and, upon vote being taken -thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, and Teresi, 1*12 Regular Meeting of t1B 'Village Council, June 15, 1965 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page. Public Hearing - Public Improvements, Concrete Curb & Gutter (65 -CG -11): The Village Clerk presented an affidavit showing publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing on Certain Proposed Public Improve- ments (Proposed Curb and Gutter, 65 -CG -11), described in the resolution of this Council relating thereto, adopted on May 25, 1965. Said affidavit was then examined, approved and ordered filed in the office of the Village Clerk. The Mayor then announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on said proposed public improvements, and all persons present to do so were afforded opportunity to express their views thereon. No persons presented objections except the following: 65 -CG -11: Mr. Oldrich 0. Otypka 7.00 Half Moon Drive Mrs. Elliot Latts 7310 Ridgeway Road OBJECTION Requested that his signature be withdrawn from the petition. Objected to construction of curb and gutter. MOVED by Schaphorst seconded by Garis carried to delete the East side of Half Moon Drive from Curb & Gutter construction. Member Schaphorst introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Curb and Gutter - 65 -CG -11) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Garis, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, and Teresi9 and the following voted ag&inst the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page Member Flannagan introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING CONTRACTS -CHANGES PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATUES 429.041, SUBD. 7" (Proposed Concrete Curb & Gutter - 65 -CG -11) 1 I 1 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 15, 1965 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Garis and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in' favor thereof: Flannagan, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page 99 . Public Hearing - Public Improvements, Watermain (65-WM-27 & 28): The Village Clerk presented affidavits showing publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing on Certain Proposed Public Improve- ments (Proposed Watermain 65 WM-27 and 28), described in the resolution of this Council relating thereto, adopted on May 25, 1965. Said affidavits were then examined, approved and ordered_ filed in the office of the Village Clerk. The Mayor then announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on said proposed public improvements, and all persons ppesent to do so were afforded opportunity to express their views thereon. No persons presented objections except the following: 65 wm-27: OBJECTION None None 65-WM-28: OBJECTOR OBJECTION None None The Mayor closed the public hearing. Member Schaphorst introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION ORDERING.CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEKRM" (Proposed Watermain - 65 WM-27 & 28) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Flannagan and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page. Member Garis introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: 114 Regular Meeting of the Pillage Council, June 15, 1965 "RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AMID AUTHORIZING CONTRACT CHANGES PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATUES 429.o4l, SUBD. 7" (Proposed Water Main Improvements 65 WM-27 & 28) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Teresi and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was de- clared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayo and his signature attested by the Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page Re: Public Walk & Access to, Sweeney Lake: The Village Engineer presented an estimated cost for a bituminous walkway and plans for improvement of said walkway by installation of a. chain-link fence and a planting of shubbery along the walkway in the amount of $2,500. Mrs. Thotland stated that their intention when they platted the area, was for an easement for storm sewer purposed rather than a walkway for the public. Mr. Hector Bruder, 1130 Angelo Drive, asked who would pay for the proposed improvement, would the area be policed. Mrs. Hector Bruder objected to the public using the vacant as a parking lot. Roberta Holsteader, Attorney, representing the platter, stated that the Village required the easement before approving the plat. Mr. L. M. Moore, 529 Meadow Lane North, stated the lake should be open to the residents and public, that the fishing and swimming were good there. Mr. William E. Kuuisisto, 1201 Wills Place, stated he was told when he bought there would be public access to the lake and asked where the easement is located and could it be used now. Mr. Gerald Gallob, 1110 Toledo Avenue North, asked that it be determined where the easement is so that it may be used now. Dr. Robert J. Boller, 1010 Angelo Drive, presented newspaper clippings from July 17, 1963, and July 16, 1963, and read them to Council. Dr. Boller also presented and read three letters, one each from Paul J. Oaken, Douglas Johnson and himself. Said letters were placed on file in the Clerk's office. Member Flannagan suggested that the lake be kept open and investigate a plan for charges to residents for the upkeep. Member Schaphorst stated that _a 15' walkway was unusable for public purposes, and opposed spending money on this project. — Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 15, 1965 The Village Attorney offered for consideration the vacation of the walkway by the Village and deeding the walkway to the adjoining owners, subject to the Village needs and the adjoining property owners deeding access to the residents of Thotland's Twin View Terrace only. After lengthy discussion Council agreed not to close the walkway, but leave it as it is and let the residents work out a solution in the area, by vacation and deeding back for their use and all residents of Thotland's Twin View Terrace consisting of forty-one homes. Request for Ordinance Waiver - 2.00 -2402 Valders Ave. No.: Mr. Robert Raugland., President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to deny said waiver. (See minutes of 6 -lo -65). MOVED by Schaphorst seconded by Flannagan carried to defer the request for an ordinance waiver tothe meeting of July 6, 1965, so that Council may view the property. Request for Ordinance Waiver - 4920 Westbend Road Mr. Robert Raugland, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve said waiver. (see minutes of 6 .10-65) . MOVED by Teresi seconded by Garis carried to approve the request for an ordinance waiver at 4920 Westbend Road, upon recommendation of the Planning Commission. Request for Ordinance Waiver - 1335 Mandan Avenue: Mr. Robert Raugland, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve said waiver. (see minutes of 610-65). MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to approve the request for an ordinance waiver at 1335 Mandan Avenue, upon recommendation of the Planning Commission. Discussion re: Lee Avenue, Spruce 3rd Addition: Mr. Robert Raugland, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to extend Lee Avenue North. (see minutes of 6-10-65). MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to approve the extension of Lee Avenue North in the Spruce 3rd Addition Plat, upon recommendation of the Planning Commission. NMI Regular Meeting of the VillageCouncil, June 15, 1965 Award of Bid - Grading & Graveling (65 -GG -2, 4, 5): MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to defer awarding of the bid for grading and graveling to the meeting of July 61 1965. Request for Public Hearing - Grading & Graveling (65 -GG -2, 4, 5): Member Schaphorst introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON CERTAIN PWPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Grading & Graveling 65 -GG -2, 4 & 5) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Garis and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, and Teresi9 and the following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and 's signature attested by the Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page .. Award of Bid - Tractor & Attachments: The Village Manager presented the affidavit of publication in the official newspaper. Sealed bids were received and the Village Manager, Village Engineer and Village Clerk met in the Council Chamber at 7800 Golden Valley Road, at 11:00 o'clock A. M. on June 11, 1965, and have then and there publicly opened and read the bids received. The Village Engineer tabulated said bids and they were found to be as follows: BIDDER TOTAL BID Midway Ford $7,239.51 John Deere Freeway Equipment $7,126.00 Massey Ferguson Arrow Equipment $85959.3. The Village Engineer recommended Massey Ferguson as the lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications, be awarded the bid in the amount of $8,959-34. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to award the bid to Massey Ferguson, in the amount of $8,959.34, upon recommendation of the Village Engineer. Award of Bid - Fire Truck: The Village Manager presented the affidavit of publication in the official newspaper. Sealed bids were received and the Village Manager, Fire Chief, and Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 15, 1965 the Village Clerk met in the Council Chamber at 7800 Golden Valley Road, at 11:00 o'clock A. M. on April 30, 1965, and have then and there publicly opened and read the bids received. The Fire Chief tabulated said bids and they were found to be as follows: BIDDER TOTAL BID American LaFrance $23,997.00 General Safety Equipment Corporation $26,087.00 The Fire Chief recommended that General Safety Equipment Corporation as the lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications, be awarded the bid in the amount of $26,087.00. Representative of both bidders appeared and answered questions for the Council. MWED by Garis seconded by Teresi carried to purchase the General Safety Equipment Corporation Fire Truck and award the bid in the amount of $26,087.00 to said company, upon recommendation of the Fire Chief. Request for Sanitary Sewer Service - Village of Plymouth (Gruman Steel): The Village Manager presented the request by the Village of Plymouth for Gruman Steel Company for sanitary sewer service. The Village Attorney recommended a meeting with Minneapolis to reveiw the Village contract before any action be taken on this matter. Mr. Gruman and Mr. Tart appeared to answer question for the Council. The Council took no action on the matter. Preliminary Request for Veterinary Clinic Permit, 995 Winnetka. Avenue North: The Village Manager presented the request for a Veterinary Clinic at 955 Winnetka Avenue North in a Light Industrial Zone. Dr. Woolsey and Earl Rosengren, Architect & Builder presented the plans and answered questions for Council. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to refer the matter to the Planning Commission for recommendation. Location of .Post Office Building - 700 Winnetka Avenue North: Representatives from the United States Post Office appeared to request permission for controlled egress through the Village parking area for eight employees of the Post Office at 700 Winnetka Avenue North. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to approve the parking and egress for Post Office employees only. 118 Regular Meeting of theVillage Council, June 15, 1965 Second Reading Ordinance - Residential Zoning District: Mr. H. A Knutson, Attorney, appeared to object to the proposed rezoning on behalf of the beneficiaries of the estate he 3spresents. The Village Manager read the Planning Commission recommendation to zone said property to residential. (see minutes of 1-14-65). MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to defer the second reading to July 6, 1965. Resolution Ordering Dust Treatment - 65 -DA -272 432 W, o45, 47, 48.9 50, 54): Member Flannagan introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION ORDERING DUST TREATMENT FOR CERTAIN STREETS" (65 -DA -27, 43, 44, 45, 47, 48, 50, 54) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Teresi and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page 9 9 . Bills: MOVEDI7 Teresi seconded by Schaphorst carried to approve the bills as submitted on the prelist. Licenses: MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Garis carried to approve the licenses as follows: No. Licensee W4. - 3.95 Golden Valley Sports Center Soft Drinks 3496 Feld Cut Rate Market Food 3197 Bowery Tavern Juke Box 3198 Cross Road Skelly Gasoline(4 Pumps) 3.99 Cross Road Skelly Soft Drink 3500 Cross Road Skelly Cigarettes 3501 Duane W. Schendel-Amway Products Peddle on foot 3502 Holiday Motor Hotel Motel 3503 Sarenpa's Juke Box Fee $10.00 25.00 15.00 20.00 10.00 11.00 5.00 50.00 15.00 Council called a Special Meeting on June 22, 1965, to complete the agenda. 1 1 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 15, 1965 Request for Public Hearing - Western Avenue East of Winnetka Avenue South: The Village Manager presented the request for a public hearing on Western Avenue east of Winnetka Avenue South for grading & gravelling, bituminous suirfacing, curb & gutter and storm sewer. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to call a public hearing on July 20, 1965. Member Teresi introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOWTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Grading & Gravelling 65 -GG -7, Proposed Curb & Gutter 65 -CG -13, Proposed Storm Sewer 65 -SS -7, Proposed Bituminous Surfacing 65 -BS -41) 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, Garis, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page. Request for Public Hearing - Alley Vacation: The Village Manager presented the request for a public hearing for alley vacation on July 20, 1965. MOVED by Garis seconded by Schaphorst carried to call a Public Hearing on July 20, 1965 to vacate an alley, Lots 126-136, 186 -196 -Glenwood Addition. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to adjourn the meeting at 1:30 A. M. Mayor Attest: kl-e� Village Clerk I'll - I 'l-- 1