10-03-77 City Council MinutesRegular Meeting
Of the
City Council October 3, 1977
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 Rd. in said City on October 3, 1977.
The following members were present: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson, Swartz and Thorsen.
Also present were Assistant City Manager, Jeff Sweet, City Engineer Lowell
Odland, City Attorney, Robert Skare and Council Secretary Kathy Middleton.
Approval of Minutes of September 19, 1977
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to approve the minutes
of September 19, 1977 as corrected.
Page 150 Under Minutes of Park & Recreation Commission Meeting change the
motion to read"carried to refer the resolution regarding the
Trail Corridor back to the Park & Recreation Commission for them
to report back to tis at a later date and also to have the Park
and Recreation Commission set up a meeting with the Hennepin
County Park Reserve and the City Council for October 3, 1977
meeting at 6:30 p.m.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to approve the minutes of
the Special Meeting of September 26, 1977.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to review the minutes of
the Special Meeting of September 28, 1977 at the meeting of October 17, 1977.
Approval of Verified Accounts (Bills and Claims)
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Swartz and carried to approve the payment of the
verified accounts as submitted on the prelist.
Health Central Inc. filing of suit in District Court
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to receive and file the
communication from Health Central and submit it to the City's Special Counsel,
Mr. Herb Lefler.
Approval of Licenses
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Swartz and carried to approve the issuance of
the licenses #4727, #4728, #4729 and #4730 as submitted.
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NO. LICENSEE
LICENSES FOR APPROVAL OCTOBER 3, 1977
TYPE
FEE
4827
-Heatherwood - The Plant People, Inc.
Solicit, plants
$ 20.00
4828
Nemo's Seafood
Itinerant food
12.00
4829
J's Restaurant
Food est.
100.00
4830
Golden Valley Lutheran College
Food Handling
exempt
Unification Church Soliciting License (pending from 7-18-77)
Doug Culbertson - Representative from the Unification Church was present to
answer questions from the Council.
Glen Amundson, 7236 Harold Ave. - Stated he is opposed based on what he has--
seen
as-seen and heard that the Unification Church is not a bonefide charitable organization.
Irene Serr, 500 Turnpike Rd. - Would like to see that the citizens are protected
against the solicitors. Feels they should be required to present their financial
statements.
MOVED by Swartz, seconded by Johnson and carried to defer action on the exempt
license application pending submission to the City Council of a certified income
and expenditure statement of the Unification Church's most current fiscal year.
Minutes of the Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting - September 13, 1977
MOVED by Swartz, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the minutes
of the Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting of September 13, 1977.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to request the Mayor to
communicate to the Board of Zoning Appeals to include in their minutes a statement
of reasons why they are granting a waiver.
Minutes of Board of Building Review Meeting - September 20, 1977
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the minutes
of the Board of Building Review Meeting of September 20, 1977.
Controversy on 33 foot frontage lot
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to refer City Attorney's
written opinion and information to the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Staff
and if the proponent desires to pursue the proposal he would have to apply for
the waiver.
Minutes of the Housing & Community Development Commission Meeting - August 17th
and September 14, 1977.
MOVED by Swartz, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the minutes
of the Housing and Community Development Commission Meeting of August 17th
and September 14, 1977.
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Park & Recreation Commission Re: Hennepin County Trail Corridor
Ray Peterson, Park & Recreation Commission Member was present to request
adoption of trail corridor resolution.
Greg Mack, from Hennepin County Park Reserve, presented a 40 mile concept map
designating areas for trails.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to refer the resolution to
the Staff requesting the revisions to the resolution be added.
Special Assessment Hearings
Street Improvements 76 -SI -2
Mr. Dave Johnson, 1633 Xerxes Ave. N. - representing neighborhood request a
reduction in special assessment rates.
Mrs. Dahl, 1635 Xerxes ,:_.Ave. - Concerned with the curbing that was left unfinished
along their street.
Mr. Kostak, 1715 Xerxes Ave. - Concerned with trucks still running on their street.
Mr. John Malven, 1707 Xerxes Ave. - question on rates for Minneapolis residents.
Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to revise assessment rate for
76 -SI -2 to $6.277.
Street Improvements 76 -SI -3
Mr. Clarence Green, representing Good Shepard Church - concerend with the total
cost of bituminous services.
Storm Sewer 76 -SS -4
Mr. Scroggins, 2920 N. Lilac Dr. - question on whether we investigate the contractors
before we send them out on a job.
Mr. Evenson, 5385 Tritan Dr. - Had damage done to their property and would like
some information on how to handle the claim.
Storm Sewer - 77 -SS -1
Mr. John Schroth, 843 S. Winnetka - Feels the storm sewer is not necessary.
Mr. Fred Butkovich, 7327 Ridgeway Rd. - Feels it is not necessary to have additional
storm sewer.
Mr. Glen Brown, 611 sumter Ave. - Questions on process of getting contractors.
Mrs. Katz, 7521 Ridgeway Rd. - Did not receive letter of construction of storm
sewer.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to grant the notice of
deferment of the agreement with Mr. Ben Stewart.
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Sealcoating
Mr. Galzki, 439 Decatur.Ave. - Has concerns with paying for sealcoating on
a service road that they do not use.
Mr. Johnson, 2040 Major Circle - Questions on who determines if a road needs
sealcoating.
Mayor Hoover closed the public hearing
Member Thorsen introduced and read the written resolution and moved its adoption
RESOLUTION ADOPTING AND CONFIRMING
ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Johnson and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted
in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson, Swartz 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
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to order the various charges
on the tax roles.
B.Z.A. Re: Joining of Sport Center and Gas Station - 3924 Olson Hwy.
Glen Christiansen, Board of Zoning Appeals Member, gave their report.
Mr. Bernard Herman of Cottle Herman Architects was present and made the presentation
for theproponent, Mr. Steven Melemed.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to defer until the next
meeting for the purpose of having the proponent define the square footage of
rental space; to learn the ownership of the two exterior lots; to obtain a more
complete understanding of the -parking requirements and also to have the Staff
prepare a report on potential redevelopment for the area.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Swartz and carried to meet at the site of the
Sport Center and Gas Station with the Proponent at 4:15 p.m. on Monday, October 17, 1977.
6909 Medicine Lake Rd. Agreement Re: Phase Out of nonconforming use
The City Attorney summerized the stipulation agreement with Mr. Sarych and Mr. Riley.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to authorize the Mayor and
City Manager to enter into the agreement with Mr. Riley and Mr. Sarych.
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Stan Krugler Re: Gruskin Gardens Final Plat Extension
Stan Krugler was present to request the extension of the plat.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to grant the extension
for 30 days.
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Anderson.iand carried to request the Staff, within
30 days, to make a recommendation to the Council concerning assessment on this
property based on the past experience regarding the property as far as storm
sewers.
Minutes of the Planning Commission.Meeting - September 26, 1977
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the minutes
of the Planning Commission Meeting of September 26, 1977.
Minutes of the Environmental Commission Meeting - September 12, 1977
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Swartz and carried to receive and file the minutes
of the Environmental Commission Meeting of September 12, 1977.
1978 Budget Adoption
Member Swartz introduced and read the resolution and moved its adoption
RESOLUTION
(Adopting a Budget for 1978 and Establishing the City Property Tax Levy
for 1977 Collectible in 1978)
The motion for the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Johnson and
upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof:
Anderson, Hoover, Johnson, Swartz 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
Member Thorsen introduced and read the written resolution and moved its adoption
RESOLUTION
(Authorizing and Directing Cancellation of 1977 Levy for Various
Improvements Bonds)
The motion for the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Anderson and
upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof:
Anderson, Hoover, Johnson, Swartz 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
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Member Anderson introduced and read the written resolution and moved its adoption
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING PROPOSED EXPENDITURES OF
REVENUE SHARING FUNDS -ENTITLEMENT PERIODS 8 AND 9
The motion for the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Thorsen and
upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof:
Anderson, Hoover, Johnson, Swartz 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
MTC Re: Proposed construction —Turners Crossroad & Glenwood Ave.
City Engineer recommended this proposed construction not be approved for the
three reasons stated: 1) Violates an ordinance 2) The property owner doesn't
want it. 3) It is on private property.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to send the plans back to
Metropolitan Transit Commission with the three reasons stated by the City Engineer
and indicating we are denying it.
MTC Re: Policy on Waiting Shelter
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to defer for two weeks and
request the Staff to set up a policy.
Tom Boyce Re: Resignation from Valley Square Commission
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the letter
of resignation from Tom Boyce and send a letter of appreciation.
Perry Finney Re: Resignation from Environmental Commission
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to receive ad file the letter
of resignation from Perry Finney.and send a letter of appreciation.
Louise Simon Re: Resignation from the Human Rights Commission
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Swartz and carried to receive and file the letter
of resignation from Louise Simon and send a letter of appreciation.
C.J. Schwebach letter Re: Snow plowing on 5800 Olson Hwy.
City Engineer gave background information.
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Anderson and carried to receive and file the request
and have the Mayor respond to Mr. Schwebach with reason for denial.
John Theurwger Letter Re: Travel Trailer
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to grant the request for a
period of time up to October 17, 1977.
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Bid Opening September 22, 1977 11:00 a.m. 77 WM 5, 77 LF 4, 77 SS 5, 77 SI 15 -
International Paper Plat
Assistant City Manager presented bids and recommended that they hold the award
until after the State Agreement is received. Lay over award to the October 17,
1977 Council Meeting.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to defer awarding of the bid until
October 17, 1977 Council Meeting.
Bid Opening September 22, 1977 11:00 a.m. 77 SI 10 International Paper Plat
Assistant City Manager presented bids and recommended that they hold the award
until after the State Agreement is received. Lay the award over to the October 17,
1977 Council Meeting.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to defer awarding of the bid
until October 17, 1977 Council Meeting.
Exception of City Vehicle Policy
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Swartz and carried that the Assistant Park and
Recreation Director shall furnish his own car for all driving in the conduct
of City business in the Twin City area and shall be reimbursed at a rate of
$100 per month, payable the first of each month. Any driving outside of the
Twin City Metro Area will be reimbursed at the standard mileage rate.
MN/DOT Scott Ave. Storm Sewer Agreement - Resolution authorizing signatures
City Engineer stated there were two change orders approved and the State has
incorporated those two change orders into a supplemental agreement.
Member Swartz introduced and read the written resolution and moved its adoption
RESOLUTION
(Scott Avenue Storm Sewer Extension Agreement with MN/DOT)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Johnson and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted
in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Johnson, Swartz 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
Call Public Hearing Preliminary Plat Schlegel Construction Company Winnteka
and 23 Ave. for 11-7-77.
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Johnson aid carried to set a public hearing on the
plat for November 7, 1977.
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Commission Appointments
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to appoint Mr. Donald Ogilvie
go the Southeast Fire Station Planning Committee.
MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Swartz and carried to appoint Mrs. Merrilee Riley
to the Park and Recreation Commission.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to appoint Mr. Dave Thompson
to the Environmental Commission.
Metropolitan Council System Statement Appeal
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to receive and file the
letter and refer to Staff for an analysis for the next Council meeting of
October 17, 1977.
Adjournment
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thorsen and carried tZadjour eeting at 12:35 P.M.
Robert R. Hoover, Mayor
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