02-07-95 CC Minutes unsigned Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
February 7, 1995
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 February 7, 1995 at 6:30 PM.
The following members were present: Johnson, Micks, Russell , Thompson, and
Tremere. Also present were: William Joynes, City Manager; Al1en Barnard, City
Attorney; and Judy Nally, Administrative Secretary.
A roval of Minutes: S ecial Council Meeting - December 8, 1994; and
�ounci Manager Meeting - ecember 1�, �
The minutes will be available at the next meeting.
Approval of Aqenda
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Micks and motion carried unanimously to approve
the agenda of February 7, 1995 as amended: Addition of Communication and
Petition - Letter from Bill Hobbs Regarding Resignation from Human Rights
Commission; and Mayor and Council Item - Retreat Agenda.
Approval of Consent Aqenda
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the items on the consent agenda, indicated by an asterisk (*) , removing
Organizational Item - Minutes of Boards and Commissions - Community Standards
Tak Force; and Departmental Items - Call for Public Hearing - CDBG Program -
2/21/95; Establishing Minimum Sidewalk Width; Request by Treasure' s Island to
Raise Pylon Sign; Authorization to Sign Alarm Services Agreement and Rider with
National Guardian Security Services Corp. ; and addition of Letter from Bill Hobbs
Regarding Resignation from Human Rights Commission.
*Bills and Claims
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
payment of the bids as submitted.
*Licenses
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the issuance of license #15322 - #15323 and #6654.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the minutes received as follows:
Open Space and Recreation Commission - January 23, 1995
Bassett Creek Water Management Commission - January 19, 1995
Black History Committee - February 2, 1995
Human Services Foundation - February 13, 1995
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Minutes of Boards and Commissions - Community Standards Task Force - November
3U, lyy4; and January 11, 1995
Council Member Micks stated that Human Rights Commissioner poten is an ex officio
member of the Task Force.
MOVEO by Thompson, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the Community Standard Task Force minutes for November 30, 1994; and
January 11, 1995.
1994 Public Safet Awards: Ste hen Mickus Award - Muriel Lindber , Marion
Richmond, Elizabeth Atherton; Firefi hter Career Awards - im errits, om
Waretha and Rand Bell ; Firefi hter of the Year: Richard Lubotina; olice
Reserve Career ward: Lieutenant Steve Reed; and olice fficer of the ear -
Police Officer oseph Dutton
Dean Mooney, Public Safety Director, welcomed the families, friends and staff to
the award presentation. He reviewed the history of the awards and its sponsorship.
Roger Johnson, Captain, presented the Police Reserve Career Award to Lieutenant
Steve Reed.
Mark Kuhnly, Fire Chief/Marshal , presented Firefighter Career Awards to Tim
Gerrits, and Randy Bell . Tom Waretha was unable to attend the meeting.
Dean Mooney presented the 1994 Stephen Mickus Award to Muriel Lindberg, Marion
Richmond, and Elizabeth Atherton.
Mark Kuhnly, Fire Chief/Marshal , presented the 1994 Firefighter of the Year
Award to Richard Lubotina.
Roger Johnson, Captain, presented the 1994 Police Officer of the Year to Police
Officer of the Year to Joseph Dutton.
The Council took a brief recess.
Public Hearing - 94 SI 9 - Jersey Avenue, Laurel Avenue to Glenwood Avenue
William Joynes introduced the agenda item. Fred Salsbury, Director of Public
Works; and Jeff Oliver, Assistant City Engineer; presented the project and were
available to answer questions.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Gregg Hacket, 130 Jersey Avenue North, thanked the Engineering Department for
their presentation at the neighborhood meetings, approves of the installation of
sidewalks and would like them on both sides of the street, expressed concern over
the 3 lanes of traffic at Laurel Avenue and feels it will be difficult to cross.
Paul Waskoff, 150 Jersey Avenue North, asked questions regarding placement of
the sidewalks.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
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Public Hearing - 94 SI 9 - Jerse_y Avenue, Laurel Avenue to Glenwood Avenue -
Continued
Member Russell introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 95-8
RESOLUTION ORDERING CERTAIN PROPOSED
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZNG BIDS
94 SI 9
JERSEY AVENUE SOUTH, LAUREL AVENUE TO WESTERN AVENUE
AND JERSEY AVENUE NORTH, WESTERN AVENUE TO GLENWOOD AVENUE
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Thompson and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Johnson, Micks, Russell , Thompson and Tremere; 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.
Member Thompson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 95-9
RESOLUTION RESTRICTING PARKING ON PORTIONS OF JERSEY AVENUE
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, Micks, Russell , Thompson and Tremere; 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.
Member Russell introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 95-10
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS
AT JERSEY AVENUE AND WESTERN AVENUE
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by t4ember
Johnson and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Johnson, Micks, Russell , Thompson and Tremere; 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.
Public Hearing - Second Consideration - Ordinance #119 - General Plan Approval -
PUD #65 - Golden Valley Shopping Center
The following ordinance was MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Johnson:
ORDINANCE #119, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Approval of the General Plan of Development for PUD #65
7901 Golden Valley Road, 505 Winnetka Avenue,
7860-8040, 8200, and 8224 Olson Memorial Highway
Trach Properties, Applicant
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Public Hearinq - Second Consideration - Ordinance #119 - General Plan Approval -
ru^u �05 - �oiaen vaiie_y �noppinq �enter - (,ontinued
William Joynes introduced the agenda item. Mark Grimes, Director of Planning
and Development was available to answer questions.
Dave Clark, representing the applicant was available to answer questions.
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 Thompson and motion carried unanimously to adopt
Ordinance #119, 2nd Series. Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
JOHNSON - YES RUSSELL - YES THOMPSON - YES MICKS - YES TREMERE - YES
*Letter from Ed Hara Reqardinq Resiqnation from Numan Riqhts Commission
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the leter from Ed Ha�a, dated January 1, 1995, regarding resignation
from the Human Rights Commission and request the Mayor send him a letter in
appreciation for his service to the city.
Letter from Marquette Bank Reqardinq Human Services Foundation Appointment
The Council discussed the business representative vacancy on the Human Services
Foundation.
MOVED by Russell , seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the letter from Marquette Bank, dated January 27, 1995, regarding the
resignation of Vern Montroy and request the Mayor send him a letter in appreciation
for his service to the city on the Human Services Foundation, and appoint Bob
Blenkush, to fill the unexpired term.
*Letter from Bill Hobbs Reqardinq Resiqnation from Human Riqhts Commission
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the letter from Bill Hobbs, dated January 24, 1995, regarding resignation
from the Human Rights Commission and request the Mayor send him a letter in
appreciation for his service to the city.
The Council also discussed inviting the Black History Committee to the Board and
Commission Dinner when the Council presents him with his pewter bowl for his
service.
Authorization to Si n PUD Permit - PUD #65 - Golden Valley Shoppinq Center
Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development, introduced the agenda item.
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to sign the PUD Permit for PUD #65, Golden Valley
Shopping Center.
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*Preliminary December 1994 General Fund Budget Report
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the preliminary December 1994 General Fund Budget Report.
Call for Public Hearinq - CDBG Proqram - 2/21/95
The Council requested staff provide them with additional background material
prior to the public hearing for the CDBG program, such as: the programs funded
in past years, and possible programs that could be considered.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to call a
public hearing to consider approval of the Community Development Slock Grant
Program (CDBG) for 1995-1996 for March 21, 1995.
*Setting the Employee Mileaqe Reimbursement Rate and Employee Car Allowances
Consistent with IRS Rules
Member Johnson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 95-11
RESOLUTION SETTING THE EMPLOYEE MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT RATE
AND EMPLOYEE CAR ALLOWANCES CONSISTENT WITH IRS RULES
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Thompson and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Johnson, Micks, Russell , Thompson and Tremere; 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.
Adoption of 1995 Fee Resolution
William Joynes introduced the agenda item.
Member Thompson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 95-12
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FEES AS PROVIDED IN THE CITY CODE
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, Micks, Russell , Thompson and Tremere; 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.
The Council requested an article on recycling rates and recycling program be
published in the City newsletter.
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Establishing Minimum Sidewalk Width
Council Member Micks asked questions regarding how this will impact other sidwalks
to be installed. Fred Salsbury, Director of Public Works, answered questions
from the Council .
MOVED by Tremere, seconded by Thompson and motion carried to amend the resolution
to include language that address the benefit of wider sidewalks for pedestrian
usage and safety. Council Members Johnson and Micks voted no.
Member Micks introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption, as
amended:
RESOLUTION 95-13
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING MINIMUM SIDEWALK WIDTH
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, Micks, Russell , Thompson and Tremere; 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.
Request b.y Treasure' s Island to Raise Pylon Sign
Council Member Micks and Thompson expressed their concern over additional retail
sales being held at the site.
William Joynes answered questions regarding the request and the policy for raising
the pylon sign.
MOVED by Micks, seconded by Thompson and motion carried to table the item and
request staff provide the Council with the written policy regarding the granting
of requests to raise the pylon signs along I-394. Council Members Johnson and
Russel voted no.
Authorizin A ro riation Ad 'ustment to the 1995 General Fund Bud et (Conferences
& Schools and ues & Subscri tions
William Joynes introduced the agenda item.
Member Thompson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 95-14
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENTS
TO THE 1995 GENERAL FUND BUDGET FOR THE REALLOCATION
OF THE INITIAL "CONFERENCES & SCHOOLS" (4411) AND
"DUES & SUBSCRIPTIONS" (4413) APPROPRIATIONS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Micks and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Johnson, Micks, Russell , Thompson and Tremere; 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.
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Authorization to Siqn Alarm Services Aqreement and Rider with National Guardian
Security Services Corp.
Mayor Tremere reviewed questions and concerns regarding the item.
William Joynes, Al1en Barnard and Dean Mooney, Director of Public Safety,
answered questions regarding the agreement and alarm monitoring program.
MOVED by Micks, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the City Manager enter into an agreement and rider with National Guardian Security
Services Corp. for the purchase, installation and monitoring of alarm equipment
�nd services.
Mayor Tremere requested the Council receive updates periodically during the
implemention of the program.
*Quotes - Utility Carts and Ranqer Vehicles
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to purchase
two utility carts and two ranger vehicles from the lowest responsible bidder,
Minnesota Golf Cars for $16,507.50. The quotes were as follows:
Ezgo $17,093.00
North Star Turf 16,696.04
Minnesota Golf Cars 16,507.50
*Bids - Fairway Mower
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to award
the bid for the purchase of a fairway mower from the lowest responsible bidder,
MTI Distributing Company for $26,845.46. The bids were as follows:
New P4ower Old Mower
Cushman Motor Company $28,714.53** no bid
MTI Distributing Company 32,791.35 $26,845.46
**did not meet specifications
*Bids - Trimminq or Removal of Trees and Stumps on Public and Private Property
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to award
the bid for trimming and removal of trees and stumps on public and private
property from the only bidder, Tim' s Tree Service.
Announcements of Meetin s
A special information meeting regarding the Information Superhighway will be held
on February 14, 1995 at 7:30 AM at the Northwest Community Television Center.
The Council will hold a retreat on February 11, 1995 at 8:30 AM at the Brookview
Community Center.
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Mayor' s Communications
Mayor Tremere stated that Jazz Fest' 95 is scheduled for February 9, 1995 at
Eisenhower Community Center at 7:00 PM and if any Council Member is able to
attend to represent the City please contact Walter Gray.
*Proclamation for Volunteer Recoqnition Week
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Micks and motion carried unanimously to proclaim
April 23-29, 1995 as Volunteer Recognition Week
�Proclamation for Volunteers of America Week
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Micks and motion carried unanimously to proclaim
March 5-12, 1995 as Volunteers of America Week.
Board and Commission Vacancies
Mayor Tremere stated he contacted the Chairs of the boards and commissions
regarding the vacancies on their commissions and written a letter to those
commissioners whose terms are expiring this year.
Staff was requested to place the item on the next agenda so the Council could
set a date to interview the applicants.
Retreat Agenda
The Council discussed the suggested retreat agenda that was distributed. It was
decided by the Council to discuss the following items: potential development
issues, Black History Committee and setting of an additional retreat.
Adjournment
MOVED by Russell , seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to adjourn
the meeting at 8:50 PM.
Blair Tremere, Mayor
ATTEST:
Judy Nally, Administrative Secretary