05-19-80 City Council MinutesRegular Meeting
of The
City Council
May 19, 1980
Pursuant to due call and notice therof, a regular meeting of the city Council of the
City of Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota was held at 7800 Golden Valley Road
in said city on May 5, 1980 at 6:30 P.M.
The following members were present: Anderson, Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen.
Also present were: City Manager, Jeff Sweet, Attorney, Allen Barnard, Engineer, Lowell
Odland and Secretary, Terri Schroetke.
Approval of Minutes - May 5, 1980
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and carried to approve the minutes of May 5,
1980 as amend:
Page 86, change wording in public hearing on seal coating to read: "The North
Frontage Road on T.H. 12 from Florida Avenue south to Hampshire Avenue South."
page 87, Under "Northronics Re Parking " add the word 'and' to second motion:
"... and request that the City staff. . "
Page 90, Excutive Session Statement, add the following: "The decision to
hold the closed session was made at the regular meeting of the Golden Valley
City Council of April 7, 1980 and is reflected in the minutes of that meeting."
Page 88, Add the following: "Appointment to Fire Training Board - MOVED by
Mitchell, seconded by Anderson and carried to appoint Dave Thompson and Bob
Hennessey, Fire Chief and Assistant Chief, respectively, to the Fire Training
Board."
Approval of Consent Agenda
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and carried to approve the items on the consent
agenda as indicated by an indicated by an astrisk ().
*Bills and Claims
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and carried to approve the bills as submitted.
*Approval of Miutes - Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by stockman amd carried to approve the minutes of boards
and commissions as listed on the agenda as items 1F - 1H:
1F - HRA - March 11, April 15, 17 and 21, 1980
1G - Planning Commission - May 12, 1980
1H - Boards of Zoning Appeals - May 13,1980
Call for Feasibility Study - 80 SI 10
Member Anderson introducted and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION
ORDER PREPATATION OF REPORT ON IMPROVEMENT
80 SI 10
Regular Meeting of the City Council - May 19, 1980
Call for Feasibility Study 80 SI 10 (continued)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Stockman
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor therof: Anders
Johnsoh, Mitchell, Stockman andThorsen and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and
her signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolution Book Page
*Call for public Hearing - Ornamental street Lighting (RSL 108) 6/16/80
Member Anderson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
RSL 108
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Stockman
and upon vote taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Anderson
Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and
her signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolution Book Page
*Call for Public Hearing - 80 LF 4 6/2/80
Member Anderson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ONCERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
80 LF 4
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Stockman
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Anderson,
Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and
her signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolution Book Page
"'Call for Public Hearing - 80 wN 4 - 6/2/80
Member Anderson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
8o wN 4
The motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by member Stockman
and upon vote taken thereon, the following members voted in favor therof: Anderson,
Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and
her signature attested by the Clerk. See. Resolution Book Page
*Call for Public Hearing - 80 SI 9 - 6/2/80
Member Anderson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
Regular Meeting of the City Council - May 19, 1980
Call Public Hearing - 80 SI 9 (continued)
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVMENTS
8o SI 9
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Stockman
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following mambers voted in favor therof,: Anderson,
Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and
her signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolution Book Page
*Ratification of Agreement with Community Health Services
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and carried to ratify the signed agreement
between the City of Golden Valley and Community Health Services for 1980.
Approval of Licenses
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to approve the licenses as submitted
on the license list, numbered 6487 - 6496.
Perishible Food Vehicle License - Redford's Inc.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to approve the application from
Redford's Inc. for perishible food vehicle license.
Stockman voted no.
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and carried to direct staff to develop a
recommendation re licensing policies for any future requests for licenses of this
nature.
Liauor license renwals
Hoiday Motor Motel - Discussion of recent gambling violation. The Council was informed
that the gambling violation cannot be considered -at the time of liquor license renewal.
Golden V
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to consider the renewal of the
Golden V's liguor at a hearing set for June 16, 1980, notifying the owner of the
hearing and requesting his presence at the hearing.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Johnson and carried to approve the issuance of liquor
licenses to all holders expect Golden V, which was defferred to June 16, 1980 for the
purpose of holding a hearing on renewal of its liquor license.
Building Board of Review - Recommendation for Denial of Building Permit for Transit
Pulse Center
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to receive and file the minutes of
the building Board of Review for May 6, 1980
Jerry Mundt, Chairman of BBR - Presented the BBR's recommemdation for denial
Regular Meeting of the City Council - May 19, 1980
Building Board of Review Re Transit Pulse Center (continued)
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson to request the Building Board of Review to put
in writing their concerns about building design and landscaping, and directing staff to
work with the BBR and MTC to develop a recommendation concerning the building design and
landscaping.
Johnson and Anderson voted yes. Mitchell, Thorsen and Stockman voted no. Motion fails.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Mitcehll and carried to request the contract with MTC for
the construction of a transit pulse center be defferred for a period of nine months, at
which time staf will present their recommendations.
Mitcell, Stockman and Thorsen voted yes. Anderson and Johnson voted no.
7:45 - Mayor Thorsen left the meeting, Mayor Pro -tem Anderson took the chair.
Human Rights Commission - Dover Hill Annual Report
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the minutes of
the Hunan Rights Commission April 10 1980.
Jay Pearson, HRC - Present to answer questions the Council presented re Dover Hill
Annual Report.
John Ward, Manager of Dover Hill - Answered questions concerning security at Dover Hill.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to receive and file the May 15,1980
Annual Report on Dover Hill and to thank the Human Rights Commission.
8:00 Mayor Thorsen returned to the meeting.
Public Hearing - Ornamental Street LiEhting - RSL 106
George Pelto, 6000 Kenneth Way - Petitioner
Mayor Thorsen opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Gordon Sanders, King of Grace Church - Requested security lighting rather than just
ornamental and asked if the location of the lights could be deviated.
Norman Werner, King of Grace Church - Not opposed, attended meeting for information
Grant Engstrom, King of Grace Church - Attended meeting for information
Mayor Thorsen closed the public hearing.
Member Mitchell introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION
OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
RSL 106
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,
Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and
her signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolution Book Page
Regular Meeting of the City Council - May 19, 1980
Public Hearing - First Reading - Terminal Warehouse District
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to bring on the table for first
reading an ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE
Providing for the Addition of a Terminal
Warehouse Zoning District
Mayor Thorsen opened the meeting for public input and Those present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon. Seeing and hearing no one,
Mayor Thorsen Closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Johsnon, seconded by Mitchell and carried to approve on first reading the
ordinance herein quoted by title. Upon roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
ANDERSON - YES JOHNSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THORSEN - YES
Public Hearing - Proposed Plat - Valley Village Addition
Council member Stockman abstained from discussion and voting.
Mayor Thorsen opened the meeting for public input and those present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Hershel Caplan, General Manager, Sage Company - Proponent
Mayor Thorsen closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to approve the preliminary plat for
Valley Village Addition subject to utility and walkway easements and accepting easements
as contributions for 100 land dedication.
Public Hearing - Proposed Plat = Hamman Addition
Harold Ness, Gittleman Corporation - Representing proponent
Mayor Thorsen opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon. Seeing and hearing no one,
the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to approve the preliminary plat for
Hamman Addition, subject to easements shown on the plat to be expanded to include walk-
ways and accepting 2.3 acres of easements as fulfillment of 100 land dedication.
Public Hearing - General Plan Approval - PUD #27
Harold Ness, Gittleman Corporation - Representing proponent
Mayor Thorsen opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Bill Bergman - In favor
Glen Eiden, 345 Brunswick So. - Opposes as presented
Mayor Thorsen closed the public hearing.
regular Meeting of the City Council - May 19, 1980
General Plan Approval - PUD #27 (continued)
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to approve general plan for PUD #27
subject to the proponent installing a bridge and walkway. Upon roll call vote, the
vote was as follows:
ANDERSON - YES JOHNSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THORSEN - YES
Minnesota Department of Public Safety - Pedestrian safety study
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and carried to authorize the City of Golden
Valley's participation in the State of Minnesota Depatment of Public Safety study
of pedestrian safety.
William Hobbs Letter Re Dockman Resignatons
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to receive William Hobb's letter
conerning the resignations of Arlene and Martin Dockaman and to reply to the Human
Rights Commission that the Council will be reviewing commission policies in the near
future and at that time, will contact the HRC for their input, adding that the Council
appreciates the comments they have received from the HRC.
Petition from North Tyrol Residents
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to receive and file the petitions
from residents of North Tyrol regarding I-394, authorzing the Mayor to respond.
Richard Bloom, Safety Council - Letter of Resignation
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to accept Richard Bloom's Letter
of resignation form the Safety Council, and authorzing the Mayor to send a letter
of appreciation.
League of Women Voters Re Senior/Community Center
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the league of
Women Voters' letter concerning the Senior/Community Center, and Also, appointing
a council subcommittee of Councilmembers Anderson and Johnson to meet with the League
of Women Voters to discuss the letter, bringing back a report to the council.
Bob Szyman, Open Space & Recreation Commission - Letter of Resignation
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to accept Bob Szyman's letter of
resignation from the Open Space & Recreation Commission, and authorzing the Mayor to
send a letter of appreciation.
The Mayor called for a two -minutes recess.
Approval of Plans & Specifications - North and South Wirth Parkway Storm Sewer
Member Johnson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFCATIONS
AND ORDERING MANNER OF CONSTRUCTION
79 SS 3
Regular Meeting of the City Council - May 19,1980 `r
Approval of Plans & Specs - North & South Wirth Parkway (continued)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Mitchell
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof, Anderson,
Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and
her signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolution Book Page
Revision of Assessment Policies
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to amend the assessment policy
as follows: (1) Watermain: Full cost of project to abutting properties expect
those extensions recommended by the engineer to loop mains so as to improve overall
services; (2) State Aid Streets: Residential - Cost of curb, gutter and Driveway,
which is most specific benefit to the property owner. Commercial and Industrial -
cost of curb, gutter and driveway plus 24' of roadway cost. Where services roads
are reverting to the city and are improved under this.policy, the abuttipg.property
would only be responsible for costs of curb and gutter on the one side; (3) It is
also recommended that assessments for construction in new plats for all improvements
spread over a maximum period of five years.
Amendment to Zoning Code - Notice of Variances
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to place on the June 2, 1980 agenda
An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code - Produres Before the Board of Zoning Appeals,
for first reading.
Receipt of Open Space & Recreation Consultant Report
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to receive and file the Open Space
& Recreation Consultant's report.
I-394 Update
Moved by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to receive and file the Mayor's
update pm I-394 activities.
Resolution Creating I-394 Impact Study Commitee
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried, accepting the formatof the
resolution submitted for formation of I-394 Impact Study Committees.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Johnson and carried to include residents to the east
of the railroad track, with residents of North and South Tyrol, indicating there
should be one representative from the business community and one resident.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to authorize the Mayor to
communicate with residents of North and South Tyrol as to their represention on
the committee, and that they should be sent a sample resolution.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried to direct councilmembers to obtain
names of possible committee members from the area of Turners Crossroad from Laurel
to Highway 12 and from the railroad to Winnetka, by May 27, and at that time, the
Mayor will contact the possible committee members to see if they are interested.
Letter from Mayor Thorsen to safety Council Chairman
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the letter
from Mayor Thorsen to Ken Garfield, Chairman of the Safety Council.
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Regular Meeting of the City Council - May 19, 1980
Approval of Plans & Specs - North and South Wirth Parkway (continued)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by member Mitchell
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereon'; Anderson,
Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and
her signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolution Book Page
Revision of Assessment Policies
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to amend the assessment policy
as follows: (1) Watermain: Full cost of project to abutting properties except
those extensions recommended by the engineer to loop mains soas to improve overall
service; (2) State Aid Streets: Residental - cost of curb, gutter and driveway,
which is most specific benefit to the property owner. Commercial and Industrial -
cost of curb, gutter and driveway plus 241 of roadway cost. Where service roads
are reverting to the city and are improved under this policy, the abutting property
would only be responsible for costs of curb and gutter on the side; (3) It is
also recommended that assessments for contruction in new plats for all improvements
spread over a maxmum period of five years.
Amemdment to Zoning Code - Notice of Variances
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to place on the June 2, 1980 agenda
An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code - Procedures Before the Board of Zoning Appeals,
for first reading.
Receipt of Open Space & Recreation Consultant Report
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to receive and file the Open Space
& Recreation Consultant's report.
I-394 Update
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to receive and file the Mayor's
update on I-394 Activities.
Resolution Creating I-394 Impact Study Committee
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Anderson and carried, accepting the format of the
resolution submitted for formation of I-394 Impact Study Committees.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Johsnon and carried to include residents to the east
of the railroad track, with residents of North and South Tyrol, indicating there
should be one representive from the business community and one resident.
MOVED by Johsnon, seconded by Mitchell and carried to authorize the Mayor to
communicate with residents of North and South Tyrol as to their representation on
the committee, and that they should be sent a sample resolution.
MOVED by Johnson,
seconded by Anderson and carried to direct
Councilmembers to obtain
names of possible
committee members from the area of Turners
Crossroad from Laurel
to Highway 12 and
from the railroad to Winnwtka, by May 27,
and at that time, the
Mayor will contact
the possible committee members to see if
they are interested.
Letter from Mayor
Thorsen to Safety Council Chairman
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Johnson and carried to receive and file the letter
from Mayor Thorsen to Ken Garfield,Chain of the Safety Council.
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EXHIBIT .A
Regular Meeting of the City Council - May 19, 1980
Announcement of Meetings
The Council received the list of upcoming scheduled meetings. Nothing was added.
Board of Zoning Appeals - Appointment of Alternate
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to appoint Larry Smith as an
alternate to the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Olson School Committee
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and carried to authorize the Mayor to obtain
two additional names for possible appointment to the Olson School Committee.
Adjournment
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Anderson and carried to adjourn at 11:15 P.M.
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ATTEST:
SE RETARY
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ROSEMARY THOkSEN, MNYOR