08-18-81 City Council Minutes1 M
Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
August 18, 1981
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, 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 August. 18, 1981 at 6:30 PM..
The following members were present: Thorsen, Johnson, Mitchell and Stockman. Member
Anderson was on vacation. Also present was: City Manager, Jeff Sweet; City Engineer,
Lowell Odland; City Attorney,,Robert Skare and Secretary, Joan Thompson.
Approval of Minutes - August 4, 1981
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to approve the minutes of August 4,
1981 as submitted.
*Approval of Consent Agenda
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to approve the items on the consent
agenda.
*Licenses
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to authorize the issuance of the
licenses as submitted, #7172.
*Minutes
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to receive and file the minutes
received as follows:
Item 1F: Open Space and Recreation Commission- July 27, 1981
Item 1G: Planning Commission - August 10, 1981
Item 1H: Board of Zoning Appeals - August 11, 1981
*Animal Humane Society - Call Feasibility Study - 81 SI 6 - Sunnyridge
Member Johnson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION
81 SI 6
Calling for Feasibility Study
The motion was for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Stockman
and upon a vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: 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 Deputy City Clerk.
*APA National Planning Conference - Report from Planning Commission
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to receive and file the communication
from the Planning Commission regarding the APA National Planning Conference.
*Letter from Mr. Sannes Re: Adult Baseball Leagues
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to receive and file the letter from
Mr. Sannes regarding adult baseball leagues.
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*Call Public Hearing - Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code - Miscellaneous Items.- 9/15/81
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to call for public hearing for
September 15, 1981 regarding an ordinance.amending the zoning code entitled, Miscel-
laneous Items.
*Call for Feasibility Study- RSL 121
Member Johnson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION
Ordering a Feasibility Study
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded. by Member Stockman
and upon a vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: 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 .Deputy City Clerk.
*Call for Public Hearing - RSL. 121 - September 15, 1981
Member Johnson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION
Call for Public Hearing
RSL 121
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution.was seconded by Member Stockman
and upon a vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Johnson,
Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said .resolution was dec-fared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and her signature attested by the Deputy City Clerk.
*Quotations - Grills for Brookview
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to authorize the purchase of grills
from Minnesota Playgrounds, Inc. in the amount of $998.00. The bids were as follows:
Park Products, Inc $1,208.50
Minnesota Playground, Inc. 998.00
*Quotations - Ag -lime for Sandburg Junior High Upgrading
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to authorize the purchase of ag-lime
for the ballfield development at Sandburg Junior.High School from the Bryan Rock Co.
of Shakopee as they are the only distributor of this material in the area. The quote
totaled $10,280.25 for 1523 tons at $6.75/yd.
Bills and Claims
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Johnson.and carried to authorize payment of the bills
as submitted.
$2500 Deductible - Marjorie Johnson Claim
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to authorize the payment of the
$2500 deductible for the Marjorie Johnson defense, to be paid from the Special Cases
Fund.
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August 18, 1981
Solicitor's License Watkin''s Dealer
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to authorize the issuance of a
solicitor's li.cense to Carolyn Johnson for the sale of Watkin's products.
Human Rights Commission
Carol Epstein was present to discuss a draft letter from the Human. Rights Commission
regarding prejudice in the community.
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and carried to request the Human Rights Commission
to draft a position statement consistant with the draft letter submitted regarding
prejudice in the community.
Building Board of Review Minutes- July 21 (revised) and August 4, 1981
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to receive and file the August 4
minutes and the amended minutes of July 21 from the Building Board of Review.
Letter from the Planning Commission Chair re. Legal Liability
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to receive the file memo from the
attorney on legal liability demnification of members of the advisory boards and ask
the Mayor to communicate this to the Chair of the Planning Commission.
Waiver of Public Hearing - 2341 Kyle Avenue North - 81 SI 7
Member Johnson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION
WAIVING THE PUBLIC HEARING
PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATUTES.429.031, SUBD. 3
AND ORDERING CONSTRUCTION
OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
81 S1 7
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member
Mitchell and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Mitchell, Stockman, Thorsen, and Johnson, 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 Deputy City Clerk.
Member Johnson introduced and read the following resolution and.moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND ORDERING MANNER OF CONSTRUCTION
81 SI 7
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member
Stockman and upon a vote being taken thereon,the following voted .in favor thereof:
Mitchell, Stockman, Thorsen, and Johnson, 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 Deputy City Clerk.
Regular Meeting of the City Council August l8, 1981
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Request from Fire Department to Have Beer at Medley Park
MOVED by Johnson, --seconded by Stockman and carried to approve the request from the
Fire Department to consume beer on August 30 at Medley Park noting the following
guidelines to be met:
1. The group uses the west diamond in.order to.be as isolated as possible
2. Consumption of beer be moderate
3. The area be left clear of debris
4. Parking of cars be in the designated parking lots, no vehicles in the
park area
Mayor Thorsen voted no.
Letter from Ginger Sisco re. ballfields
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to receive and file the communication
from Ginger Sisco.regarding ballfields.
CDBG Program
Member Stockman introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adaption:
RESOLUTION ADOPTING PROCEDURAL.GUIDES FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
PROGRAM AND REQUESTING HENNEPIN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION OF THE PROGRAM
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Johnson
andupon a vote being taken thereon the following voted i.n favor thereof: Johnson,
Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen, and the following voted against the same: none,
whereuponsaidresolution was declared duly, passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and her signature attested by the Deputy City Clerk.
Member Stockman introduced and read.the fol -lowing resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF.A NEW COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT JOINT COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by -Member Johnson
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: 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 Deputy City Clerk.
Brookview Vehicle Usage Policy
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and carried to authorize the Golf Operations
Manager to receive a $150 per month car allowance, and the .Greens Superintendent to
take the City car home when his presence.is necessary back at work.for night watering
during the golf season.
Funding Consortium Proposal - ".Partners for Progress"
MOVED by Mitchel], seconded by Johnson and carried toreceive and file the funding
consortium proposal for "Partners for Progress" and refer to the Human Rights
Commission for their recommendation for the Council, and request the presence of
Barbara Bailey along with a representative from the Human Rights Commission when
the recommendation is made to the Council.
I, Q Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 18, 1981
Announcements of Meetings
The Communications Subcommittee will meet at 3:30 PM at City Hall on August 25.
Member Stockman will attend the District 281 meeting on August 20, at 8:00 PM.
THE MAYOR CALLED A TEN MINUTE RECESS AT 7:20 PM.
The meeting was again.called to order at 7:30 PM.
Public Hearing - Concept Plan Approval - PUD 30-B - Bor-Son Corporation
Mr. Don Jacobson - Proponent - representing Bor-Son Corporation made proposal summary
to the Council.
Mike Miller - Golden.Valley Planning Coordinator was present to make the staff's recommendation
stating that they would recommend the project that•Mr. Jacobson outlined and presented
to the Council.
Mr. Herb Polachek of the Planning Commission presented the Planning Commission's
recommendation of the project.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were afforded
the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Bruce Duffy - 2304 English Circle - opposed, asked for assurance of water problems
due to drainage would be resolved by placing this project on the property. He also
stated that availability of increment financing could chan.ge.this proposal.
Steve Wells - 2228 Kings Valley Road East - opposed, referred. to Council action in
November, 1980 stating that the plan has not significantly changed since then.
Joan Levine - 2203 Kings Valley Road - opposed, spoke to parking concerns on the
service road.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Lowell Odland - City Engineer responded to Council questions regarding drainage.
Also answered questions regarding ingress and egress of property. He stated that
no parking would be allowed on service road.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to give concept approval for PUD 30-B,
Bor-Son Corporation subject to the following guidelines for development of the general
plan:
1) Meet the parking requirements under our present multiple dwelling zoning code
(per bedroom basis).
2) Minimum of one garage per unit.
3) Consideration for integration of the subsidized and market rate units.
4) That drainage problems be addressed in such a way that drainage does not negatively
impact neighboring property.
5) That specific attention be given to traffic and safety as far as pedestrian and
public safety vehicles in particular.
6) That the Management Plan go through the usual procedure of approval by the Human
Rights Commission.
7) Amenities be given priority over density.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 18, 1981 l3/
Public Item - Sunday Brunch Ordinance Amendment - First Reading
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried to bring on the table for
first reading, the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Sunday Sale of Liquor
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to expresstheir views thereon.
Mark Carlson - New Boulevard Manager - in favor of the amendment for the following
reasons:
1. State Legislature passed law making communities able to approve such sales.
2. It would be an opportunity for all restaurants to improve economic conditions.
3. Viking game transportation will be a new service that will appeal to public
on Sundays.
4. Liquor license fees have been raised and this would help offset that cost.
Tom Kozlack - Jax Cafe - expressed the desire to keep up with competition from other
communities who are passing this ordinance.
Mr. Glen Gustafson - Golden Valley Country Club - in favor.
Mrs. Lynch - Boulevard - in favor.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried to approve on first reading
the ordinance amendment herein quoted by title.
Public Item - Order for Removal of Hazardous Building - 3202 Kyle Avenue
Lloyd Becker - Inspection Department - was present to make the recommendation from
the staff.
Mr. Gene Volk - property owner - was present to comment.
Mr. Auerbach - 3230 Kyle - neighbor - expressed desire to have order issued as the
safety of children is at stake. He also noted the drainage problem being imposed
on the neighbors.
Mrs. Kelavez - 3134 Kyle - neighbor - opposed to structure as it stands now.
Mr. Volk notified the Council that he will pay for the borings necessary.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Mitchell and carried to approve issuance of the order
to Diamond Construction regarding removal of the hazardous building at 3202 Kyle Avenue.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to require Diamond Construction to
provide soil borings for 3202 Kyle and if the fail to do so to adequately satisfy the
staff requirements, the staff is authorized to obtain the borings necessary.
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Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 18, 1981
Public Hearing - Vacation of Streets and Alleys - South.Wirth Parkway - Resolution
Member Stockman introduced and read the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION
Vacation of Streets and Alleys in Plat of Glenwood
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Johnson
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Johnson,
Stockman, Mitchell 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 Deputy City Clerk.
Public Hearing - First Reading - Rezoning to Light Industrial - Vanmann Construction
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Mitchell and carried to bring on the table for first
reading the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE
Light Industrial Zoning District - Vanmann Construction Company
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were afforded
the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and seeing no one, the Mayor
closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and carried to approve on first reading the
ordinance amendment herein quoted by title. Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as
follows:
JOHNSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THORSEN - YES
Public Hearing - Second Reading - Light Industrial Zoning District
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and carried to bring or the table for second reading
the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ODE
Light Industrial Zoning District
The Mayor opened the meeting forpublic input and persons pres nt to do so were afforded
the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and eeing no one, the Mayor
closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to approve on second reading the
ordinance amendment herein quoted by title as amended below:
3.c: "In the case of premises adjoining a light industrial,
Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
JOHNSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and carried to approve
Light Industrial Zoning District in summary form as submitted
be made as follows:
Second Page - H. - should read: "A specification of a maximun
limitation for structures within the Light
Districts".
rcial,..."
THORSEN - YES
the publication of the
noting the revision to
40 foot height
Industrial Zoning
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August 18, 198100
Public Hearing - First Reading - Radio Zoning District
OVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried to bring on the table for
irst reading the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMEDING THE ZONING CODE
Radio Zoning District
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were afforded
the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and seeing no one, the Mayor
closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to approve on first reading the
ordinance herein quoted by title as amended below:
Page 1749 - under Section 8.01 - the "(Note:1° should read: "This Section number is used
in Ordinances rezoning tracts of land to this Zoning District. As to any
specific tract or distri-ct,. ."
Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
JOHNSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THORSEN - YES
Public Hearing.- First Reading - Railroad Zoning District
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Johnson and carried to bring to the table for first
ading the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE
Railroad Zoning District
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and seeing no one,
the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to approve on first reading the
ordinance herein quoted by title as amended below:
Page 1746 - under Section 9.01 - the (Note:" should read: "This section number is
used in Ordinances rezoning tracts of land to this Zoning District. As
to any specific tract or district,. . ."
Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
).OHNSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THORSEN - YES
Public Hearing - First Reading - Industrial Zoning District
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and carried to bring on the table for first reading
the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE
Industrial Zoning District
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and seeing no one,
the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 18, 1981
Public Hearing First Reading -.Industrial Zoning District— Continued
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and carried to approve on first reading
the ordinance amendment herein quoted by title, as amended below:
Page 1743 - under Section 7.01 - the "(Note:" should rea : "This section number
is used in Ordinances rezoning tracts of Ian to this Zoning District.
As to any specific tract or district, "
Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
JOHNSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YE THORSEN - YES
Adjournment
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and motion carrie to adjourn the meeting
at 10:40 PM.
Rosemary Thorsen, Mayor
ATTEST:
Joan Thompson, Secretary
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