12-03-91 City Council MinutesRegular Meeting
of the
City Council
December 3, 1991
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 December 3, 1991 at 6:30 PM.
The following members were present: Bakken, Johnson (arrived at 7:15 PM), Russell,
Stockman and Thompson. Also present were: Lowell Odland, Director of Public
Works; Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development (arrived at 7:15 PM);
Allen Barnard, City Attorney; and Judy Nally, Administrative Secretary.
Approval of Minutes: Council/Manager Meeting - November 12, 1991 and City
Council Meeting - November 12, 1991
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the Council/Manager Meeting minutes of November 12, 1991 as submitted.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the City Council minutes of November 12, 1991 as submitted.
Approval of Agenda
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to approve
the agenda of December 3, 1991 as submitted. Council Member Thompson stated he
received an unsigned letter and asked staff to distribute copies to the Council.
is Approval of Consent Agenda
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to approve
the items on the consent agenda, indicated by an asterisk (*).
*Bills and Claims
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to authorize
payment of the bids as submitted.
*Licenses
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the issuance of license #13933 to #13946 and #6330 to #6333.
*Taxicab Driver Licenses
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to approve
the taxicab driver licenses as recommended by staff.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the minutes received as follows:
Black History Committee - November 14, 1991
Board of Zoning Appeals - November 12, 1991
Regular Meeting of the City Council
December 3, 1991
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40 Continued Public Hearing - 91 SS 5 - Meadow Lane
Lowell Odland stated staff would be meeting with the property owners to review
the options available and requested the Council continue the hearing until the
neighborhood agrees on a method of payment.
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 Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to continue
the public hearing until the neigborhood has decided upon a method of payment
for the project.
Public Hearing - First and Second Consideration - Ordinance
Use Permit - 8989 Wayzata Boulevard
1 - Conditional
The following ordinance was MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Thompson:
ORDINANCE #81, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Approval of Amended Conditional Use Permit C.U.P. 51,
to Allow the Expansion of Auto Sales and Service
in an Industrial Zoning District
8989 Wayzata Boulevard
LeJeune Investments Inc., Applicant
Lowell Odland introduced the agenda item.
Jon Hanson, applicant, reviewed the project and requested the Council consider
the first and second consideration of the ordinance at the December 3 meeting
because of increase difficulty in construction during colder weather.
Warren Kapsner, Planning Commissioner, stated the Commission recommended approval
of the amendment to the conditional use permit.
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 Thompson and motion carried unanimously to adopt
Ordinance #81, 2nd Series. Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
BAKKEN - YES JOHNSON - ABSENT RUSSELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THOMPSON - YES
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to suspend
the rules and hold first and second consideration of the ordinance.
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• Public Hearing - First and Second Consideration - Ordinance #81 - Conditional
Use Permit - 8989 Wayzata Boulevard - Continued
The following ordinance was MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Russell:
ORDINANCE #81, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Approval of Amended Conditional Use Permit C.U.P. 51,
to Allow the Expansion of Auto Sales and Service
in an Industrial Zoning District
8989 Wayzata Boulevard
LeJeune Investments Inc., Applicant
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 Russell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to adopt
Ordinance #81, 2nd Series. Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
BAKKEN - YES JOHNSON - ABSENT RUSSELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THOMPSON - YES
Public Hearin - Preliminary Design Plan Approval - PUD #60 - Affordable Suburban
Apartment Partnership ASAP and the Housing and Redevelopent Authority HRA
iMark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development, introduced the agenda item.
Bill Schatzlein, Ralph Colby and Barb Barry, applicants, reviewed the amendments
to the plan after the Planning Commission meeting.
Warren Kapsner, Planning Commissioner, stated the Commission recommended denial
of the preliminary design plan.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Jay Golfus, 1814 York Avenue North, moved into neighborhood because it was
peaceful, feels this project will change the area.
Mr. Allen, 1530 Xerxes Avenue North, feels the neighborhood is currently in
stress and this project will add to it, concerned that project is non owner -
occupied, asked what the resident maximum per unit will be and feels single
family homes would be better for the area.
Jackie Cherryhomes, Minneapolis Council Member, feels the project would be
inappropriate for Minneapolis and Golden Valley, project should involve neighbors
for both sides of the street, feels owner -occupied homes are best alternative.
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Public Hearin - Preliminary Design Plan Approval - PUD #60 - Affordable Suburban
Apartment Partnership ASAP and the Housing and Redevelo ent Authority HRA -
Continued
David Astin, 1832 York Avenue North, asked how the project density was determined,
were the pollution studies adequate, how would renters take care of house or
apartment, asked about property tax situation, suggested a project like Habitat
for Humanity be considered.
Bill Price, 1630 Xerxes Avenue North, concerned over absentee landlord situation,
has had problem with past renters living next door using crack, partying all
night and making alot of noise, police being called several times, feels the
project should be privately owned.
Steve Erickson, 1812 York Avenue North, concerned over safety of children
because of cliff, feels lot size is to small, suggested leaving the area as is.
Earline Estes, 1645 Xerxes Avenue North, concerned about safety of children
because of speeding traffic, feels home ownership is the best solution.
Kent Hensley, 1914 Glenwood Parkway, asked questions about the financing of
the project, is the project feasible with 8 units instead of 10.
Max Ray, 1922 Xerxes Avenue North, feels single family homes should be built.
• Rosella Fefercorn, 1938 Glenwood Parkway, feels the homes should be privately
owned.
Robert Monroe, 1831 York Avenue North, asked how the project will effect property
values in the area.
John Fitze, 1828 York Avenue North, asked about ground water pollution, who is
going to manage the property, suggested Habitat for Humanity.
Minnie Steele, 1617 Xerxes Avenue North, feels the project will ruin the
neighborhood if it goes through.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to continue
the item to January 21, 1992 and request staff to research possible owner occupied
low income, single-family housing; management practices of PPL and meet with
representatives from the Ewald neighborhood from Minneapolis and Golden Valley.
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December 3, 1991
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Bassett Creek Flood Control Project - Golden Valley Country Club and Westbrook
Road
Lowell Odland and Ed Silberman, Bassett Creek Water Management Commission
Representative, reviewed the projects.
Member Thompson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 91-92
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE BASSETT CREEK FLOOD CONTROL
PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE BASSETT CREEK WATER
MANAGEMENT COMMISSION TO CONTRACT WITH THE CITIES OF
GOLDEN VALLEY, MINNEAPOLIS, AND PLYMOUTH TO
CONSTRUCT CERTAIN RELOCATION PROJECTS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Russell and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Bakken, Russell, Stockman and Thompson; and the following was
absent: Johnson, 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.
*Authorization to Submit Hennepin County Recycling Grant Application
Member Thompson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 91-93
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL
OF HENNEPIN COUNTY RECYCLING GRANT APPLICATION
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: Bakken, Russell, Stockman and Thompson; and the following was
absent: Johnson, 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.
*Call for Public Hearing - Minor Subdivision - 717 Westwood Drive South -
1/7/92
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to call
for a public hearing to consider a minor subdivision for 717 Westwood Drive
South for January 7, 1992.
*Quotes - Power Sidewalk Broom
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to purchase
a two wheel tractor with a 44" power brush attachment from the only bidder,
MacQueen Equipment for $4,000.00.
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December 3, 1991
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*Quotes - Green Covers for Golf Course
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to purchase
four greens covers for the golf course from the only bidder, MTL Purchasing for
$4,348.26.
*Quotes - Printing of Human Rights Commission Brochure
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the printing of the Human Rights Commission brochure from the lowest responsible
bidder, Rapid Graphics and Printing for $1,295.95. The quotes were as follows:
Graphic Impressions $2,013.00
Rapid Graphics and Printing 1,295.95
Announcements of Meetings
Mayor Bakken stated the Council had discussed the Winnetka Avenue project at the
Council/Staff retreat and the item will be on the December 10, 1991 council
meeting for action.,
Set Date to Interview NWHHSC Candidates
The Council will interview prospective NWHHSC candidates on December 16, 1991
• beginning at 5:30 PM in the Council Conference Room.
Human Rights Commission Annual Report
This item will be discussed at another council meeting because of problems with
the video tape.
Approval of Human Rights Commission By -Laws
William Hobbs, Human Rights Commission Chair, stated the by-laws were ready for
approval.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to approve
the Human Rights Commission by-laws.
Bowl Presentation to Gene Sylvestre
Mayor Bakken presented a pewter bowl to Gene Sylvestre for his work with the Human
Rights Commission. William Hobbs, Human Rights Commission Chair, expressed his
appreciation for his service. Walter Gray, Black History Committee Co -Chair,
also thanked him and stated Gene has agreed to continue to serve on his committee.
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• Adjournment
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to adjourn
the meeting at 9:50 PM. n
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