10-10-95 CC Minutes unsigned Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
October 10, 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 October
10, 1995 at 6:30 PM.
The following members were present: Johnson, Micks, Russell, Thompson and Tremere. Also
present were: William Joynes, City Manager; Allen Barnard, City Attorney; and Judy Nally,
Administrative Secretary.
Approval of Minutes: City Council Meeting - September 19, 1995
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to approve the City
Council meeting minutes of September 19, 1995 as submitted.
Approval of A.eq nda
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to approve the agenda
of October 10, 1995 as amended: Addition to Communications and Petitions - Letter from Duane
Carlson Regarding Striping of Olympia Street.
A�proval of Consent Agenda
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to approve the items
on the consent agenda, indicated by an asterisk ("�).
*Bills and Claims
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to authorize payment
of the bills as submitted.
*Licenses
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
issuance of licenses #15678 - #15679 and #6736 - #6737.
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October 10, 1995
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*Gambling Premises Permit Application - Minnesota Recreation and Park Association
Member Johnson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 95-69
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY
APPROVING ISSUANCE OF A PREMISES PERMIT
FOR THE CONDUCT OF LAWFUL GAMBLING
(MINNESOTA RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION)
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.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to receive and file
the minutes received as follows:
Bassett Creek Water Management Commission -August 10, 1995
Human Rights Commission -August 10, 1995
Board of Zoning Appeals - September 12, 1995
Planning Commission - September 26, 1995
Community Standards Task Force -August 9, 1995
Public Hearing - Special Assessments
Fred Salsbury outlined each of the projects assessed in 1995. William Joynes, Allen Barnard and
Don Taylor, Finance Director, answered questions regarding the projects.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input for RSL 214 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 Micks, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
assessment for RSL 214 in the amount of$11,130.60.
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October 10, 1995
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Public Hearing - Special Assessments
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input for RSL 215 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 Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
assessment for RSL 215 in the amount of$4,996.00.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input for 94 SI 9 and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Tim Keefe, Trustee, Church of the Good Shepherd, 145 Jersey Avenue North, submitted a letter to
the Council which stated they object to the special assessment, because no consideration was given
to traffic flow or usage, and that a school or church should be assessed the same as a commercial
business or retail establishment.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Thompson, seconded by Micks and motion carried unanimously to approve the
assessment for 94 SI 9 in the amount of$72,741.95.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to receive and file
the letter from Tim Keefe, received October 10, 1995.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input for 94 SI 11 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 Micks and motion carried unanimously to approve the
assessment for 94 SI 11 in the amount of$38,332.08.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input for delinquent utility bills 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 Micks and motion carried unanimously to approve the
assessment for delinquent utility bills in the amount of$87,732.18.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input for the miscellaneous charges 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.
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October 10, 1995
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Public Hearing - Special Assessments - Continued
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
assessment for miscellaneous charges in the amount of$8,513.71.
Member Johnson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 95-70
RESOLUTION ADOPTING AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENTS
FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
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.
Public Hearing - RSL 216 - Wesfinrood Drive South and Maddaus Lane
William Joynes introduced the agenda item. Fred Salsbury, Director of Public Works, presented the
project. Allen Barnard answered questions.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were afforded the
opportunity to express their views thereon.
Don Malen, 201 Westwood Drive, stated he is in favor of the installation of lights but would like
ornamental lighting instead of overhead, and further stated that he would like to know the costs of
burying the line and stated he would like to have the line buried on his property depending upon the
cost.
Alfred Anderegg, 117 Westwood Drive, stated he is in favor of the lights.
Lyla Anderegg, 117 Westwood Drive, stated she is in favor of the lights and answered questions
regarding the petition.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
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October 10, 1995
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Public Hearing - RSL 216 - Westwood Drive South and Maddaus Lane - Continued
Member Johnson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 95-71
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF
CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
RSL 216
WESTWOOD DRIVE SOUTH AND MADDAUS LANE
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.
*L�tter from Suzanne Kennedy Regarding Resignation from Northwest Hennepin Human Services
Council Advisory Commission
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to receive and file
the letter from Suzanne Kennedy, dated October 3, 1995 regarding resignation from the Northwest
Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission and request the Mayor send her a letter of
appreciation in recognition for her service to the community.
Le�ter from Duane Carlson Regarding Olympia Street
Fred Salsbury, Director of Public Works, reviewed background information regarding the striping of
the street, including safety reasons and enforcement.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to receive and file
the letter from Duane Carlson, dated September 28, 1995 regarding Olympia Street.
*Call f4r Public Hearing - Removal of Resident Only Parking Signs - Green Valley Road - 11/14/95
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to call for a public
hearing to consider removal of resident only parking signs for Green Valley Road on November 14,
1995.
*Receipt of August, 1995 General Fund Bud,eq t Report
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to receive and file
the August 1995 General Fund Budget Report.
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October 10, 1995
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*Approval of Election Judges for General Election
Member Johnson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 95-72
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF ELECTION JUDGES
FOR THE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 7, 1995
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.
Authorize the Hiring of Eastman, Morley and Krenik Ltd for Phone System Consulting Services
William Joynes introduced the agenda item. Don Taylor, Finance Director, answered questions from
the Council.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to authorize the hiring of
Eastman, Morley and Krenik Ltd. for telecommunications consulting services related to the purchase
of a new phone system, at a cost not to exceed $10,080.00.
Announcements of Meetin�
The Hennepin County 1995 State of the County will be held on Thursday, October 12, 1995 at 4:00
PM at the General Mills Corporate Headquarters.
Mayor and Council Communications
The Metropolitan Council Tour is scheduled for October 23, 1995 at 8:30 AM.
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Golden Valley Human Services Foundation Annual Funding Report for 1996 Funds
Jay Hoffman, Vice-Chair, Human Services Foundation, reviewed the funding report and answered
questions from the Council.
MOVED by Micks, seconded by Thompson and motion carried unanimously to receive and file the
1996 Allocation Report, and approve the sending of the letter to the organizations involved, as
amended: removing "possible" in the last line of the letter.
Adjournment
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting
at 7:58 PM.
Blair Tremere, Mayor
ATTEST:
Judy Nally, Administrative Secretary