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06-04-68 City Council Minutes90 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 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 4, 1968, at 8:00 o'clock P.M. The following members were present: Bies, Carlson, Stockman, and Teresi; and the following was absent: Garis. Present were Village Manager, Roger K. Ulstad; Village Attorney, Robert M. Skare; Village Engineer, Lowell Odland; Village Clerk, Helen Penniman; Building Inspector, Dan Lynch; Otto Schmid, Village Planner. Minutes of May 211 1968: MOVED by Stocl�man seconded by Carlson carried to defer approval to the meeting of June 18, 1968. Award of Bids -_Concrete Curb & Gutter (68 -CG -2,34, 5,89,12,13): 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 at the Civic Center at 7800 Golden Valley Road at 11:00 A.M. on May 29, 1968, 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 Arnold Beckman & Company $28,001.50 Crown Sidewalk 28,402.00 Victor Carlson 29,374.50 The Village Engineer recommended that the bid be swarded to the low bidder, Arnold Beckman & Company, in the amount of $28,001.50. MOVED by Carlson seconded by Stockman carried that the bid be awarded to the low bidder, Arnold Beckman & Company, in the amount of $28,001.50, upon recommendation of the Village Engineer. Award of Bid - Watermain & Sanitary Sewer (68-wM-li3 .4,6,8,9,10 11 & �. _ _ �.. 68 -LF -4): 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 at the Civic Center at 7800 Golden Valley Road at 11:00 A.M. on May 29th, 1968, 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: 1 C Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 Bidder Tnt.a1 Ri,1 F. D. Chapman $64,056.50 G. & L. Contracting 65,626.00 McDonald & Associates 66,934,50 Phelps Drake 66,947.00 Randall Berglin 71,492.25 Nodland & Associates 71,750.00 Barbarossa & Sons 74,896.80 Northdale Construction 76,130.00 The Village Engineer recommended that the bid be awarded to the low bidder, F. D. Chapman, in the amount of $64,056.50. MOVED by Stockman seconded by Bies carried that the bid be awarded to the low bidder., F. D. Chapman in the amount of $64,056.50, upon recommendation of the Village Engineer. Public Hearing - Alley Vacation Lakeview Heights, Block 3: The Village Manager 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. No persons presented objections except the following: OBJECTOR Larry K. Hblen 1917 Hillsboro Ave. N. James J. Gaulrapp OBJECTION Opposed to vacation, property will be fenced and children cannot walk thru. Also opposed to vacation. Mr. W. G. Fry, 2013 Hillsboro Avenue North, asked what is necessary to obtain easement for utilities. MOVED by Carlson seconded by Bies carried to continue the public hearing to July 2, 1968. 92 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 Public Hearing - Acceptance of Plat, Skyline Plaza: The Village Manager 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 opportunity to express their views thereon. No persons presented objections except the following: OBJECTOR OBJECTION None None The Mayor closed the public hearing. Mr. Otto Schmid, Village Planner, presented the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve said plat. (see minutes of 5-23-68). Member Bies introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION" (Acceptance of Plat - Skyline Plaza) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Carlson, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Carlson, Stockman, 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_g. Public Hearing - Plat, Golden Plaza: The Village Manager presented the 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. No persons presented objections except the following: OBJECTOR OBJECTION None None The Mayor closed the public hearing. Mr. Otto Schmid, Village Planner, presented the Planning Commission recommendation to approve said plat. (see minutes of 5-2-68). Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 Member Carlson introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION" (Acceptance of Plat - Golden Plaza 1st Addition) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Stockman, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Carlson, Stockman, 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 - Amending Zoning Code T.H. #55 & Boone Avenue Henry Reiss (Commercial Zone : The Village Manager stated that this was a continued public hearing from the meeting of May 7, 1968. Mr. Otto Schmid, Village Planner, presented the Planning Commission recommend- ation to approve said zoning. (see minutes 12-14-1967). OBJECTION OBJECTION None None Mr. Lance Norderhaus representing Standard Oil and Henry Reiss, Jr. were present to answer question for Council. Mr. Norderhaus presented the drawing of a proposed service station. The Mayor closed the public hearing. MOVED by Carlson seconded by Bies carried to give a first reading to an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE" (Commercial Zoning District) (Henry Reiss) MOVED by Bies seconded by Stockman carried to approve the ordinance herein quoted by title on its first reading. Public Hearing - Storm Sewer (68 -SS -5): 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 Storm Sewer 68 -SS -5) described in the resolution of this Council relating thereto, adopted on May 7, 1968. 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: Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 OBJECTOR. OBJECTION Yx . Larry K. Holen Opposed to storm sewer and pre - 1917 Hillsboro Avenue North sented petition against storm sewer. Mr. F. H. Femling No reason for storm sewer other 1317 Independence Avenue North than the slew. Mr. Ray Farmer No necessity for storm sewer. 1915 Hillsboro Avenue North Have new road only 2 ,years old. PROPONENTS REASON Mr. Thomas Felto Need storm sewer in the area. 1620 Independence Avenue North Mrs. L. Kelsey Will this effect the park in the ,1521 Gettysburg Avenue North area. When would the work begin. Mrs. Marlene Anderson In favor of storm sewer. 1609 Independence Avenue North Mr. Harlow Nielsen The County is to blame for not 1516 County Road #18 constructing a larger culvert under County Rd. #18. In favor of storm sewer. Mr. W. J. Tofte Questioned the interest rate 2008 County Road #18 and assessments. Mr. R. A. Rausch In favor of storm sewer. 1632 Independence Avenue North Mrs. Shirley Brown They need storm sewer. 1632 Independence Avenue North' Mr. R. Kochenderfer Asked if the sewer would drain 1804 Independence Avenue North the area behind his house. Mr. A. R. Helmer Can you prepay the assessment? 1600 Gettysburg Avenue North In favor. Mr. Tom Tart In favor of storm sewer. 1614 Gettysburg Avenue North Mr. George McComb In favor if the park will be 1633 Hillsboro Avenue North improved;! Mr. Ernest L. Wahala Asked where the drain would be. 1613 Flag Avenue North M Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 The Mayor closed the public hearing. Member Carlson introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVF14ENTS" (Proposed Storm Sewer - 68 -SS -5) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Bies, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Bies, Carlson, Stockman, and Teresi; and the follow- ing 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 Bies introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS" (Proposed Storm Sewer - 68 -SS -5) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Carlson, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Carlson, Stockrgan, 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 gnature attested by the Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page. Public Hearing - Grading & Graveling (68 -GG -3 & 4): 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 Grading and Graveling - 68 -GG -3 - Boone Avenue - MSAS 407.01 and 68 -GG -4 - Betty Crocker Drive - 387.05) described in the resolution of this Council relating thereto, adopted on May 7, 1968. 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: OBJECTOR OBJECTION None None Mr. Leo Riconda, representing General Mills, spoke in favor bf the improve- ment. Mr. Robert Brenn, representing Premier Realty, spoke in favor of the improvement. The Mayor closed the public hearing. Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 Member Stockman introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Grading and Graveling) (68 -GG -3 - Boone Avenue MSAS 407.01 68 -GG -4 - Betty Crocker Drive 387.05) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Bies, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Bies, Carlson, Stockman, 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_j117_. Member Bies introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDSi1 (Proposed Grading and Graveling) (68 -GG -3 - Boone Avenue MSAS 407.01 68 -GG -4 - Betty Crocker Drive 387.05) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Stockman, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Carlson, Stockman, and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution eas declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature attested by the Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page �® Public Hearing - Street Improvement (68 -BS -31 & 68 -CG -18): 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 Bituminous Surfacing 68 -BS -31, Proposed Curb and Gutter - 68 -CG -18 - MSAS 395.01) described in the resolution of this Council relating thereto, adopted on May 7, 1968. 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: OBJECTOR None OBJECTION None Mr. Wayne C. Jordahl, 7130 Olympia Street, and David C. Goldstein, 1530 Maryland Avenue North, spoke in favor of the proposed street improvement. The Mayor closed the public hearing. W, Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 Member Stockman introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Bituminous Surfacing - 68 -BS -31, Proposed Curb and Gutter - 68 -CG -18) (MSAS 395.01) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Carlson, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Bies, Carlson, Stockman, 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 _�_61. Member Bies introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS" (Proposed Bituminous Surfacing - 68 BS -31, Proposed Curb and Gutter - 68 -CG -18) (MSAs 395.01) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Carlson, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Carlson, Stockman, 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 Final Plat Approval - Glenway Slopes: The Village Manager presented the request for final plat approval of Glenway Slopes 4th Addition. MOVED by Stockman seconded by Carlson carried to give final approval of the plat of Glenway Slopes 4th Addition, upon recommendation of the Village staff. Request for Building Permit - 4130 Olson Highway_, Winkley Artificial Limb Company: The Building Inspector presented the request for a building permit for Winkley Artificial Limb Company at 4130 Olson Highway. Mr. DeLong, Architect, was present to answer questions for Council. MOVED by Stockman seconded by Carlson carried to approve the request for a building permit at 4130 Olson Highway for the Winkley Artificial Limb Company, subject to posting a $3,000.00 landscape bond and approval of the Building Inspector. 1 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 Request for Building Permit - 740 Decatur Avenue - Vole Construction Company: The Building Inspector presented the request for a preliminary footing permit at 740 Decatur Avenue for Volp Construction Company. Mr. Clare Colp and Robert Brenny were present to answer questions for Council. MOVED by Carlson seconded by Bies carried to approve the request for a preliminary footing permit at 740 Decatur Avenue for Volp Construction Company, subject to screening in air-conditioning unit on the roof and a 20 foot brick return on the sides of the building and the Building Inspector's approval. Request for Building Permit - 825 Louisiana Avenue South, Mr. Steak Restaurant: The Building Inspector presented the request for a building permit at 825 Louisiana Avenue South for Watson Construction Company for a Mr. Steak Restaurant. All brick, with rough -sawn cedar, 128 seating capacity. MOVED by Stockman seconded by Bies carried to approve the request for a ' building permit at 825 Louisiana Avenue South, Watson Construction Company for Mr. Steak Restaurant, subject to a $3,000.00 landscape bond and approval of the Building Inspector. Resolution Establishing No Parking on Florida Avenue Between T.H. 12 and �- Laurel Ave. Member Stockman introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION" (Restricting Parking on a Certain Portion of Florida Avenue) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Carlson, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof; Bies, Carlson, Stockman, 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 6.3-- Request .3_. Request for Public Hearing A Street Improvement (Leber Lane): Member Bies introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Bituminous Surfacing - 68 -BS -32,33,34) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Carlson, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Carlson, Stockman, and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared 9 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature attested by the Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book pageY� J- _- Request for Waiver of Platting_Ordinance - Lot Division, Lot 1 & 2Block 9i ._.�.__._._._ .~��� � Winnetka The Village Manager presented the request for waiver of platting ordinance at 7501 Knoll Street, for a lot division for the following property: "Lot 1 and 2, Block 9, Winnetka, Except the South 85 feet thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota" 1315 Pennsylvania Avenue North: "The South !z of Lots 1 and 2, Block 9, Winnetka, Hennepin County, Minnesota" MOVED by Carlson seconded by Bies carried to approve the waiver of platting ordinance for the above referenced property, upon recommendation of the Village staff. Discussion & First ReadiR- Ordinance (LandscapiRg1ermits & Bonds): The Village Attorney presented the proposed ordinance. MOVED by Stockman seconded by Carlson carried to give a first reading to an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE" (Landscaping Permits and Bonds) MOVED by Stockman seconded by Bies carried to approve the ordinance herein quoted by title on its first reading. Re uest for Public Hearin; - Public Improvements Seal Coat (68 -SC -1): All present agreed to add the above matter to the agenda. Member Stockman introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Bituminous Seal Coat - 68 -BC -1) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Carlson, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Carlson, Stockman, 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 -� . Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 Communication - Tax Delinquent Lot 16, Keene, Higbee, Bitzers Golden Valley Outlots: The Village Attorney presented a request for the return of tax delinquent Lot 16, Keene, Higbee, Bitzers Golden Valley Outlots to the State of Minnesota, in order that a former owner might obtain title to the property. MOVED by Stockman seconded by Carlson carried that the Park & Recreation Commission determine if the Park Department can use this property in their park planning. Communication - Re: Flag Week MOVED by Stockman seconded by Carlson carried that the Village of Golden Valley declare the week of June 9th through June 15th as National Flag Week. Licenses: MOVED by Stockman seconded by Carlson carried to approve the licenses as follows: No. Licensee Type Fee 4772 Tyrol West Building 1 Add'l. N. P. Vending $ 2.50 4773 G. H. Tennant Building Cigarettes 12.00 Communication - Re: 540 Meadow Lane Dangerous Building Condition ■ MOVED by Carlson seconded by Bies carried unanimously, That WHEREAS, on report of the Village Building Inspector, the premises at 540 Meadow Lane, legally described as Lot 220, Glenwood, reasonably appear to constitute an immediate danger to life and safety unless the dangerous building thereon be demolished and the premises leveled and filled, said building having been virtually totally damaged by fire and leaving an exposed open basement excavation, the Village Council hereby determines that an emergency case exists within the meaning of Section 410:55 of the Village Code, and the Village Engineering and Building Departments are directed to cause the demolition and removal of said dangerous building conditions and the restoration of the site to a situation of safety, the cost of such emergency work to be assessed as provided for in Section 410:40 of the aforesaid Village code. Re: 800 Winnetka Avenue North - Miller Sales Company: MOVED by Bies seconded by Stockman carried to authorize the Village Attorney to start condemnation proceedings if the negotiations for the property are not accepted. MOVED by Stockman seconded by Bies carried to approve the bills as submitted on the prelist. MOVED by Stockman seconded by Carlson carried to adjourn the meeting at 11:30 P.M. Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 4, 1968 1 Attest: .If./i�' �i✓//, .iii_%�_. Village Clerk 1 �I Mayor 101