11-04-81 City Council MinutesRegular Meeting
of the 171
City Council
November 4, 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 November 4, 1981 at 6:30 PM.
The following members were present: Anderson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen,
and the following member was absent: Johnson. Also present were: City Manager,
Jeff Sweet; City Engineer, Lowell Odland; City Attorney, Robert Skare; and
Secretary, Judy Nally.
Approval of Minutes - October 20, 1981
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to
approve the minutes of October 20, 1981, as submitted.
Approval of Agenda
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
approve the agenda of November 4, 1981, as amended:
Addition of Item 6G: Appointment to Community Center Solicitation Executive
Committee
Removal from Consent Agenda of Item 5B: September Budget Report
Approval of Consent Agenda
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
approve the items on the consent agenda, indicated by an asterisk (*).
Award Presentation - AAA Safety Award - Council and Public,Safety
Theresa Stewart - Public Relations Associate for the Minneapolis AAA - was
present to present to the City Council and the Public Safety Department a
Pedestrian Safety Citation. The Pedestrian Safety Citation is awarded to
municipalities who have had no pedestrian fatalities for a period -of one year.
Jim Crawford - Public Safety Director was present to accept the award on behalf
of the Public Safety Department, and the Public Works Department.
*Bills and Claims
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
authorize payment of the bills as submitted.
*Claim from Daniel Wedner Regarding Improper Arrest and Illegal Holding of Son
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the claims from Daniel Wedner regarding improper arrest and
illegal holding of son.
*Licenses
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
authorize the issuance of licenses #7186 to #7189.
Regular Meeting of the City Council November 4, 1981
Itinerant Food License - Fisher Bros. Fisheries
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
approve the itinerant food licnese for Fisher Bros. Fisheries for the following
dats and times: November 13, 1981 and November 14, 1981 from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
and November 15, 1981 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Liquor License Violation - Westview Liquor Store
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the information and defer action until after the complaint has
been adjudicated.
Liqour License Violations
The Council will discuss at its Council/Manager meeting in December the options
and procedures for handling liquor ordinance violations.
*Solicitor's License - Boy Scout Troop 476
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
approve the solicitor's license for Boy Scout Troop 476.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the minutes received as follows:
Item 1I: Planning Commission - October 26, 1981
Item 1J: Board of Zoning Appeals - October 13, 1981
Item 1K: Open Space and Recreation Commission - October 19, 1981
*Call for Public Hearing - Westview Development - Preliminary P1at.Approval -
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to call
for a public hearing for approval of the Preliminary Plat for Westview
Development for December 1, 1981.
Recommendations on Guidelines for Park Changes
Rhoda Jaffe - Chair - Open Space and Recreation Commission - was present to
answer questions from the Council.
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the guidelines for considering changes in use and facilities of
existing parks and refer the guidelines to the Team Sports Subcommittee, the
Open Space and Recreation Program Subcommittee and staff for recommendations to
be brought to the Council on December 1, 1981.
Human Rights Commission Appointments
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
appoint Shirlee M. Scott and Sue Ann Garvis to the Human Rights Commission to
fill the unexpired terms of Esther Neuwirth and Eugene Eininger which expire in
March, 1983.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to
request the Communications Subcommittee to bring back a suggested time frame and
procedures for the advertising and interviewing for possible commission members
and to report back to the full Council at the December 1, 1981 meeting.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
November 4, 1981
Public Hearinq - First Readinq - 6835 Sandburq Lane - Rezoninq to R-2
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to bring
on the table for first reading the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE
(R-2 Residential Zoning District - West Suburban Builders)
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 Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to
approve on first reading the ordinance amendment herein quoted by title. Upon a
roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
ANDERSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THORSEN - YES
Public Hearing 5000 Olson Memorial Highway - PUD #32 - General Plan Approval
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 Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to con-
tinue the public hearing for the General Plan approval for PUD #32, 5000 Olson
Memorial Highway to December 1, 1981.
Public Hearing - First Reading - 801 Ottawa Avenue North - Rezoning to I-4
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to bring
on the table for first reading the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE
(I-4 Institutional Zoning District - City of Golden Valley)
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 Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
approve on first reading the ordinance amendment herein quoted by title. Upon a
roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
ANDERSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THORSEN - YES
Public Hearing - First Reading - 670 Mendelssohn Avenue North - Conditional Use
Permit
Jim Yunger - 5625 Boone Avenue North - Proponent - was present to answer
questions from the Council.
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to bring
on the table for first reading the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE
(Conditional Use Permit for Light Industrial PUD)
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November 4, 1981
Public Hearing - First Reading - 670 Mendelssohn Avenue North - Conditional Use
Permit - Continue
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 Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
approve on first reading the ordinance amendment herein quoted by title. Upon a
roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
ANDERSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THORSEN - YES
Letter from David Florence Regarding Auto Accidents on Rhode Island and jidgeway
Road
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to defer
this item for more information (how the accident occurred and prioritize the
items which are causing the problem) and the request that the Mayor notify David
Florence and the property owners at the intersection, that the City Council is
reviewing this intersection.
*Letter from Robert Rohl f, Hennepin County Regarding Access to Golden Valley
Li rary
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the letter dated October 26, 1981, from Robert Rohlf, Hennepin
County, regarding access to the Golden Valley Library.
*Letter from H. J. Paul Regarding I-394
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the letter dated September 15, 1981, from H. J. Paul regarding
I-394 and to consider the letter when reviewing the final plans for I-394.
*Letter from Clinton Berg, II Regarding Resignation as Detached Worker
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the letter dated October 21, 1981, from Clinton Berg, II
regarding his resignation as the Detached Worker for the Golden Valley area.
*Letter from Eileen Moran, NWHHSC, Regarding 1982 Budget
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the letter dated October 19, 1981, from Eileen Moran, Executive
Director, NWHHSC, regarding the 1982 Budget.
North Tyrol Petition for Closing of Highway 12 Access at Tyrol Trail
Bert Gardner - 1031 North Tyrol Trail and Frank Butler - 1122 North Tyrol Trail
- were present to present more signed petitions and a map of the area showing
which residents signed the petition. Mr. Gardner also stated that since the road
is primarily for use by the residents in that neighborhood, that if the residents
wish the road to be closed, the Council should grant their request.
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North Tyrol Petition for Closing of Highway 12 Access at Tyrol Trial - Continued 175
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
request staff to make a study of the impacts of closing the access at Highway 12
and Tyrol Trail, including a report from the Public Safety Department on
emergency vehicle response time and a report of the logical impact of traffic,
by the first meeting in December so the Council can decide whether a hearing is
needed, and forward the staff report to Mr. Gardner.
Letter from Edward M. Cohen Regarding Mr. Steak Liquor License
Jeff Sweet reported that the attorney for Mr. Steak asked that this item be
deferred until the November 17, 1981 meeting.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to
request the staff to convey to the proponents that the Council would reconsider
the issuance of a liquor license only if new data is available and request the
staff to follow the procedure for refund, and if the proponent has further
questions he can then return before the Council.
Petition Requesting Establishment of Traffic Control and Safety Advisory
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Marilyn Fuske - 330 Pennsylvania Avenue South - Petitioner - was present to ask
why a stop sign could not be installed to slow traffic down, she also stated
that the traffic is from the industrial property from 3:30 to 6:00 PM and on
weekends the street is used as,a drag strip.
Lowell Odland explained the procedures and criteria for installation of stop
signs.
Rhoda Jaffe - 420 Pennsylvania Avenue South - Petitioner - was present to
request that a committee look at the changing traffic patterns in Golden Valley
and review the entire city for possible solutions to the traffic problems.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
authorize-the-Council/Planning Commission Subcommittee to meet with the Planning
Commission member to pursue the idea of a traffic advisory committee and the
Council request the staff for specific information on the problems on
Pennsylvania and potential actions that have been suggested and that might be
tried to deal with the problems at the current time, and to notify the neigh-
borhood representative of the meeting day and time.
Letter from C. J. Schwebach Regarding Bituminous Surfacing for "Tennant Road"
C. J. Schwebach - 5804 Olson Memorial Highway was present to request that the
City black top the street in front of his house and that the City maintain and
plow the street after its completion.
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Call for Public Hearing - 82 SI 6 - Tennant .Road - 12/1/81
Member Stockman introduced and read the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
82 SI 6
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Anderson and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Anderson, 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. See Resolution Book Page
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
authorize the necessary snow plowing until a decision is made on the street.
*Receive Feasibility Study - RSL 124 - Zealand Avenue
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the feasibility study for RSL 124.
*Call for Public Hearing - RSL 124 - Zealand Avenue - 12/1/81
Member Stockman introduced and read the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
RSL 124
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Anderson and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Anderson, 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. See Resolution Book Page
*Request of MnDOT to Install Signal at Highway 55 and Meadow Lane
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
request MnDOT to install the traffic signal on TH 55 at Meadow Lane, design the
system and provide construction supervision on the project, for an estimated
cost of $80,000.
Apartment Rehabilitation Program
Jeff Sweet reviewed the program for rehabilitation of apartments sponsored by
the Metro HRA.
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Apartment Rehabilitation Program - Continued
Member Anderson introduced and read the following resolution'and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
TO IMPLEMENT THE SECTION 8 MODERATE REHABILITATION PROGRAM
WITHIN THE CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY
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: Anderson, 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. See Resolution Book Page
*Conveyance of Tax -Forfeited Lands - Tract C, Registered Land Survey #1293
Member Stockman introduced and read the following resolution and moved its
adoption: _
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR CONVEYANCE OF TAX -FORFEITED LAND
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Anderson and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Anderson, 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. See Resolution Book Page
Report on Public Display Ordinance
Jeff Sweet distributed the draft Public Display Ordinance and background information
which the Council had requested. Jeff Sweet had stated that he and the Mayor
met with Jean Kirsch and Mary Senander, residents of Golden Valley and Eugene
Conway of Morality in Media. It was suggested that the ordinance be referred to
the National Obscenity Law Center for evaluation.
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to defer
action on the Public Display Ordinance pending a response from the National
Obscenity Law Center.
*Request for Expenditure from Building Fund for Radio Conduit
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
authorize the expenditure of $1,500 from the Equipment Replacement Fund and
charged to the Radio Upgrade Project - Program 310 for preliminary work for
Public Safety communications.
*Quotations - Outfield Fencing for Sandburg Junior High
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to award
the bid for delivery of safety fence to Earl F. Anderson in the amount of
$3,357.50, funds to be charged to the Park Capital Fund 37-773. Earl F. Anderson
is the only distributor so there are no other quotations.
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" 3 *Quotations - Fire De aP_tmenEquipment
�d'Q r__ t E q Pment
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to award
the bid for 600' of 1112" Ponn Hose to Mid -Central Fire in the amount of $1,014.00,
for 300' of 3" Ponn Hose to Mid -Central Fire in the amount of $960.00, for 400'
of 4" hose with storz couplings to Oswald Fire in the amount of $1,840.00, and
20 pair of insulated boots from Minnesota Fire in the amount of $1,060.00. The
quotes were as follows:
11/2" hose - 600' *
Mid -Central Fre $1.60/foot
Nardini Fire Equipment Company 1.36/foot
Weber Troseth Company 1.20/foot
3" hose - 300' *
Mid -Central Fire $3.20/foot
Nardini Fire Equipment Company 3.07/foot
Weber Troseth Company 2.92/foot
4" hose - 400'
Oswald re $4.60/foot
Mid -Central Fire 6.59/foot
Insulated Boots - 20 pair
Minnesota Fire $53.00/pair
Fire Safety Products of Duluth 69.00/pair
*In both cases they are the high bidder, but the hose they offer is preferable
for three reasons: 1) Ponn hose has higher test presures than the other hoses
available in the same sizes 2) Ponn hose has more desireable flex characteristics
and is lighter weight, making it easier to handle at fire scenes and 3) We have
significant inventory of Ponn hose and would like to keep new purchases consistent
with this inventory, particularly in view of the fact that it has proven to be
more durable than other comparable brands.
Natchez Avenue Report
Jeff Sweet reported on his meeting with John Littleford, Headmaster, Breck
School, and reviewed the short-term solutions for alleviating some of the traffic
problems on Natchez, which have been suggested.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
William Bryson - 5 Natchez Avenue - He was present and stated he is concerned
about what action can be taken immediately to alleviate the problem.
C. Wallace Green - 4627 Chatelain Terrace - he stated that the problem with the
traffic should be solved as soon as possible because the winter weather will
cause alot of problems and there would be a problem for fire equipment to be
routed through the streets.
Mr. Pauley - 124 Natchez - He was present and stated that he felt the school
should not have mad eall the changes in the layout of the site and that has
caused some of the problems.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to
authorize the subcommittee of Mayor Thorsen and Councilmember Stockman to meet
Qh es ti ves QQ,,f�� tthh Breck 11B and nd conve to them the City's position
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Designation of Councilmember for Parks and Recreation Director Selection
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
authorize Councilmember Anderson and Open Space and Recreation Commissioner
Chuck Burmeister to meet with Jeff Sweet to participate in the selection of a
new Parks and Recreation Director.
Engagement Letter for 1981 Audit
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to
authorize the Mayor and Manager to enter into the engagement letter with
Anfinson, Hendrickson & Company.
Budget Report - September, 1981
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the budget report for September, 1981 as submitted.
Announcements of Meetings
Councilmember Stockman and Mayor Thorsen will meet on November 12, 1981 at 4:00
PM in the Gold Room to discuss the guidelines for park changes, and strategy for
traffic problems before meeting with Breck School.
Councilmember Stockman and Mayor Thorsen will meet on November 9, 1981 at 7:00
PM in the Brookview Community Center to convene the Brookview Advisory
Committee.
Councilmembers Anderson and Mitchell will meet on November 20, 1981 at 4:00 PM
in the Gold Room with the Planning Commission Subcommittee regarding
transportation.
Councilmember Stockman and Mayor Thorsen will meet on November 19, 1981 at 4:30
PM in the Gold Room with representatives of the Breck School Board.
Appoint Representatives to the Brookview Advisory Committee
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to
appoint the Brookview Advisory Committee members as suggested with Dick Lyons as
the Chair of the Committee. The following were appointed: Mahlon Swedberg,
Chuck Burmeister, Donald Singer, George Murad, Fred Sicora, Mary Durda, Judy
Rein, and Vern Hansen.
Comments on Reapportionment
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
authorize the Mayor to reply to Senator Ashbaugh the Council's strong position
regarding reapportionment to remain in the suburban area and not in Minneapolis.
Proposed Charge on Team Sports Facilities
The Council discussed the possibility of having a ad-hoc committee formed using
members of the Open Space and Recreation Commission, various associations which
use City facilities..
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the subcommittee's report and to ask the subcommittee to give
further consideration as to how to implement the charge.
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Communications Subcommittee Report
Councilmember Stockman reported that the committee is working on ideas on how to
identify neighborhoods specifically and how to distribute information to them.
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
receive and file the Communications Subcommittee report.
LMC Request Regarding Local Government Aid Payments
Jeff Sweet updated the Council on the State's possible recommendations and
actions to help solve the State's financial problems, and how it may relate to
the City of Golden Valley.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to
authorize the Mayor to set up a meeting with our Legislators on November 20,
1981 at 7:30 AM for the purpose of discussing impacts of state funding cuts.
Community Center Solicitation Executive Committee
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to
appoint the Community Center Solicitation Executive Committee members as
suggested with Bob Provost and Bob Hoover as Co -Chair, with the option of
adding members as the Committee feels necessary. The following were appointed:
George Kelby, Len Lewicki, Dick Erickson, Chuck Burmeister and Omar Schmidt.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to ask
the Community Center Solicitation Committee to report to the City Council as to
future direction for solicitation for the Community Center in December.
The meeting for the Community Center Solicitation Committee which was set for
November 19, 1981 has been cancelled.
National League of Cities
Councilmember Stockman tentatively stated he would be available to attend the
National League of Cities conference November 28, 1981 - December 2, 1981.
Adjournment
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Anderson and motion carried unanimously to
adjourn the meeting at 9:50 PM.
ATTEST:
J y Nal &. Secretary