01-05-76 City Council MinutesREGULAR MEETING
of the
CITY COUNCIL
January 5, 1976
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Council
of the City of Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota was held at 7800
Golden Valley Road in said City on January 5, 1976 at 6:30 p.m.
The following members were present: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson and Thorsen.
Also present were City Manager Barkley G. Omans, Assistant City Attorney
Allen Barnard, City engineer Lowell E. Odland and City Clerk Mary H. Marske.
Meeting with the Metropolitan Transit Commission:
The Council convened at 6:30 p.m. to meet with the Metropolitan Transit
Commission in regard to improving bus service in Golden Valley. Those in
attendance representing the M.T.C. were: Cam Andre, Executive Director,
Leonard Thiel, Commissioner, Scott Dickson and Robert Pearson. New bus
routes and a proposed pulse center were discussed.
Oath of Office:
Judge A. Paul Lommen was present and administered the oath of office to the
new councilmember Gloria Johnson and the incumbents, Mayor Robert Hoover and
Councilmember Rosemary Thorsen.
Mayor Hoover then designated the seating of the Council.
Mrs. Patricia Moberg, past councilmember presented each of the women on the
council with a humorous gift.
Approval of Minutes of December 15, 1975:
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Anderson and carried to approve the minutes
of the meeting of December 15, 1975 as corrected.
Approval of Minutes of December 29, 1975:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to approve the minutes
of the meeting of December 29, 1975 as submitted.
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Deferring of Items to Special Meeting of January 12, 1976:
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to defer discussion and
action on the following subjects: Appointments to Boards and Commissions.
R. Haskvitz - Re: Campaign and Election Practices, Council Discussion on
Lieutenancy Position and the Bassett Creek Resolution.
Appointment of Mayor Pro -tem:
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Johnson and carried to confirm the Mayor's
appointment of Councilmember Mary Anderson as Mayor Pro -tem.
Designation of Official Depositories:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to designate the Golden
Valley State Bank, First Plymouth National Bank, North American Office of
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Northwestern National Bank and Fidelity Bank and Trust Company as official
depositories of City funds, subject to the filing of required security for
deposits.
Designation of Official Newspaper:
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to designate the North
Hennepin Post as the city's official newspaper for 1976.
Appointment of Director and Alternate - Suburban Rate Authority:
Member Thorsen introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DIRECTOR AND ALTERNATE
TO THE SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Member Anderson and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson and Thorsen 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 City Clerk. See Resolution Book page_ALL_.
Appointment of Representative and Alternate - Metro League of Municipalities:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to designate Councilmem-
ber Thorsen as Representative and Councilmember Johnson as Alternate to the
Metro League of Municipalities.
Resolution Appointing Two Delegates - CATV Commission:
Member Anderson introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION
(Authorizing Joint and Cooperative
Agreement for CATV Commission and
Designating Director Thereof)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Member Thorsen and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson and Thorsen, 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 City Clerk. See Resolution Book page &IL
Appointment of Legislative Spokesperson:
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to confirm the Mayor's
appointment of Councilmember Anderson as Legislative Spokesperson.
Appointment of Director and Alternate - Bassett Creek Flood Control Commiss-
ion:
Member Thorsen introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
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RESOLUTION
(Appointing Director and Alternate to
Bassett Creek Flood Control Commission)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Member Johnson and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson and Thorsen, 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 City Clerk. See Resolution Book page__�
Appointment of Director - Suburban Disposal Authority:
Member Anderson introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adopt-
ion:
RESOLUTION
(Appointing Director of the
Suburban Disposal Authority)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Member Johnson and upon vote being taken thereon the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson and Thorsen, 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 City Clerk. See Resolution Book page__,/s3-.-- .
Appointment of Director - Joint Water Commission:
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Anderson and carried to confirm the Mayor's
appointment of Don Palmer as Director to the Joint Water Commission.
Appointment to Civil Service Commission:
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to confirm the Mayor's
appointment of Gordon Sandbaken to a two year term on the Civil Service
Commission.
Formal Hearing - HiQhway 55 Pedestrian Bridge at Winnetka Avenue:
The City Clerk presented an affidavit showing publication in the official
newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing on the proposed construction of
a pedestrian bridge over Highway 55 at Winnetka Avenue.
The City Engineer and Director of Parks and Recreation presented a back-
ground of the proposed pedestrian bridge and Mr. Daryl Berkowitz of Tolz,
King, Duvall and Anderson displayed a slide presentation of the alternate
construction plans.
The Mayor then announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on
said proposed bridge construction and all persons present to do so were
afforded opportunity to express their views thereon.
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The comments of those persons present to be heard are available in the office
of the City Clerk in written form.
The Mayor then closed the public hearing and invited all present to submit
further written objections or supportive comments within the next ten days
The requirements of the formal hearing direct the council to come to no
determination until the ten days have elapsed and all written comments are
reviewed. The Council requested the architect to prepare some background
data on a third alternative presented by the Valley Square Task Force and
will place the subject on the agenda of the regular council meeting of
January 19, 1976.
Mary Durda - Resignation from Transportation Options Committee:
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Anderson and carried to accept the letter of
resignation as received from Mary Durda and direct the Mayor to send a letter
of appreciation to Mrs. Durda for her service on the committee.
Polly Sanders - Resignation from Human Rights Commission:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to accept the letter of
resig��}}ation as received from Polly Sanders and direct the Mayor to send a
letter of appreciation to Mrs. Sanders for her service on the commission.
Steve King - Resignation from oard of Building Review:
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to accept the letter of
resignation as received from Steve King and direct the Mayor to send a
letter of appreciation to Mr. King for his service on the board.
Bill Frenzel - Re: Revenue Sharin
Member Anderson introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION
(Supporting Re -Enactment of
Revenue Sharing Funding)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Member thorsen and upon vote being taken thereon the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson and Thorsen and the
following members voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature
attested by the City Clerk. See Resolution Book page_.
Mayor Jack Bailey - Re: Detox Center:
Member Johnson introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION ADDRESSED TO THE COUNTY BOARD
of COMMISSIONERS in RESPECT TO THE NAYSMITH-TOWNSEND
RESIDENCE HALL FOR NURSES AT THE GLEN LAKE
SANITARIUM
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Regular Meeting of the City Council, January 5, 1976
Member Anderson and upon vote being taken thereon the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson and Thorsen and the
following members voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature
attested by the City Clerk. See Resolution Book page /3-7
The Council requested a copy of the resolution be directed to each of the
County Commissioners individually with a letter from the Mayor.
Approval of Licenses:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to approve the issuance
of the licenses as submitted by the City Clerk.
LICENSES FOR APPROVAL Jan. 5, 1976
No.
Licensee
Type
Fee
3779
Custom Tool
Cigarettes
$12.00
3780
CoW n Cleaver
12.00
3781
Gordon's Drive -In Restaurant
12.00
3782
Golden Hills 66 Station
12.00
3783
G. V. Chrysler Plymouth, Inc.
12.00
3784
The White House
12.00
3785
Westwood Lake Offices
"
12.00
3786
Dahlberg Electronics
12.00
3787
Gray's Texaco Service
"`
12.00
3788
Golden Valley House
12.00
3789
Midland Shell
"
12.00
3790
Parker Hannifin Corporation
IT
12.00
3791
The Pillsbury Company
it12.00
3792
Suburban Tire, Incorporated
IT
12.00
3793
Byerly Beverages, Incorporated
12.00
3794
Byerly Foods
12.00
3795
St. Regis Paper Company
"
12.00
3796
Honeywell, Inc.
12.00
3797
Colight, Inc.
12.00
3798
Buhler Miag, Inc.
12.00
3799
Holiday Motor Hotel
12.00
3800
Canteen Co. at Fireman's Fund Insurance
12.00
3801
John's No. 1 Son
12.00
3802
Red Lobster Inns of America
If
12.00
3803
G. H. Tennant
if12.00
3804
Elder Ferguson -Later Day Saints
Solicit
Exempt
3805
Panco of G.V. (Uncle John's)
Cigarettes
12.00
3806
United Beef
12.00
3807
Perkin's Cake & Steak House
12.00
3808
W T C N (Griswold Coffee Co.)
12.00
3809
I B M Club of Mpls. IT
12.00
3810
Western Fuel & Oil Company
IT
12.00
3811
Mark Hurd Aerial Surveys, Inc.
it12.00
3812
Elder Niele Parry
Solicit
Exempt
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Point Supper Club Building:
The City Manager and Assistant City Attorney informed the Council of the
present legal status of the Point Supper Club Building.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to declare the Council's
intent to proceed with removal of the Point Supper Club Building and auth-
orize the City Staff to advertise for bids on demolition of the building.
Interceptor Maintenance Agreement Renewal:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to receive and file the
Interceptor Maintenance Agreement with the Metropolitan West Water Commiss-
ion pending action instigated by the Metropolitan Waste Water Commission.
Bid Opening - December 29, 1975. - Hospital - Medical Insurance:
The City Manager presented the bids as received on December 29, 1975 for
city employees hospital -medical insurance and recommended renewal of the
coverage provided by Provident Mutual.
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Anderson and carried to accept the bid for
hospital -medical insurance coverage as presented by Provident Mutual as
recommended by the City Manager.
Metropolitan Animal Patrol Service, Inc. - 1976 Agreement:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to authorize the City
Manager to sign and return the agreement for animal patrol by M.A.P.S.I.
for 1976.
Transfer Land Contingency to Storm Sewer Fund:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to transfer $1,300. from
the Land Contingency Fund to the Storm Sewer Fund as requested by the City
Manager to pay for the appraisals on the Neslund and Alexander properties
for ponding purposes.
Mn. Hwy. Dept. Agreements:
Member Johnson introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION
(Engineering and Technical Services -
Minnesota Highway Department)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Member Thorsen and upon vote being taken thereon the following members voted
in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson and Thorsen and the following
members voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declar-
ed duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature attested
by the City Clerk. See Resolution Book page_A.
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Member Thorsen introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION
(Authorizing Contract with Minnesota
State Commissioner of Highways)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Member Anderson and upon vote being taken thereon the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson and Thorsen and the
following members voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolu-
tion was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his
signature attested by the City Clerk. See Resolution Book page_j,g_.
Wanghe Special Case Cost:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to authorize $2,350 be
transferred to Legal Special Case Fund for 1976 Budget to cover legal ex-
penses incurred in the Wanglie case at the rate of $40 per hour.
Rebuild and Lengthen Bridge on Pennsvlvania at Bassett Creek:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to proceed with neg-
gotiations for rebuilding and lengthening of the bridge on Pennsylvania
at Bassett Creek and notify the property owners in the area of the pro-
posed construction.
Council Discussion on Restructuring Agenda and Meetings:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to set future council
meetings to commence at 6:30 p.m., on the first and third Monday of each
month placing matters relating to boards and commissions and other non-
controversial matters to be handled during the first hour of the meeting
and scheduling an evaluation of the new schedule after a three month
trial period.
MOVED by Johnson, sconded by Anderson and carried to designate the calling
of additional meetings on alternate Monday nights to discuss only specific
agenda items postponed from the regular meetings.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to designate the regular
council meeting be held on the following Tuesday in the event that the
first or third Monday is a legal holiday.
Park and Recreation Commission Minutes - December 11, 1975:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the
minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission of December 11, 1975.
Open Space Committee Minutes - October 15 & November 19. 1975:
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the
minutes of the Open Space Committee of October 15 and November 19, 1975.
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Building Board of Review Minutes - December 16, 1975:
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to receive and file the
minutes of the Building Board of Review of December 16, 1975.
Transportation 0 tions Committee Minutes - December 11, 1975:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to receive and file the
minutes of the Transportation Options Committee of December 1, 1975.
Wye and Salary Resolution:
Member Thorsen introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION
(Fixing General Wages
and Salaries for 1976)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Member Johnson and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson and Thorsen 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 City Clerk. See Resolution Book page % _qO
Communication from Doug Kelm - Anderson:
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the
communication received from Doug Kelm directed to Councilmember Anderson.
Approval of Bills:
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to approve payment of
the verified accounts as submitted on the prelist.
The Council adjourned at 10:30 p.m. to reconvene onInuary 12, 1976 to
complete the agenda items as deferred to that dat
Mayor
Attest:
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