08-05-97 CC Minutes unsigned Regular Meeting
of the
City Council
August 5, 1997
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 5, 1997 at 7:30 p.m.
The following members were present: Anderson, Johnson, LeSuer, Micks and Russell.
Also present were: William Joynes, City Manager; Fred Salsbury, Director of Public Works;
Barb Ross, Acting City Attorney; and Judy Nally, Administrative Secretary.
Citizen Input
Mayor Anderson introduced the agenda item.
Herm Held, 5400 Circle Down, updated the Council about the street program for the City of
Crystal.
*Letter from Robert Foltz-Morrison Regarding Resignation from Human Rights Commission
MOVED by Russell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the letter from Robert Foltz-Morrison, dated July 18, 1997 regarding resignation from
the Human Rights Commission and request the Mayor send him a letter of appreciation for
his service to the community.
Letter from Thomas Beagan Regarding Yield Sign Installation at Sumter and Knoll
Intersections
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by LeSuer and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the letter from Thomas Beagan, dated July 22, 1997 and the response from Fred
Salsbury, Director of Public Works, dated July 31, 1997.
Letter from Dale Folen Regarding PUD #76
MOVED by Russell, seconded by LeSuer and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the letter from Dale Folen, dated August 2, 1997 regarding PUD #76.
Aaaroval of Minutes: City Council Meeting - July 15. 1997
MOVED by Russell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
City Council Meeting minutes of July 15, 1997 as submitted.
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A�proval of A.qenda
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Micks and motion carried unanimously to approve the
agenda of August 5, 1997 as amended: Addition of Letters and/or Petitions: Letter from
Dale Folen Regarding PUD #76; Addition of Manager's Item - Purchase of Golf Course
Fairway Aerifier and Authorization to Negotiate Purchase of Vacant Lot at 7100 Sandburg
Drive to Alleviate Drainage Problem.
Approval of Consent A.eq nda
MOVED by Russell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
items on the consent agenda, indicated by an asterisk, except removal of Minutes of
Boards and Commissions - Bassett Creek Water Management Commission - May 15,
1997.
Mayor Anderson read the items listed on the consent agenda.
*Apqroval of Check Register
MOVED by Russell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
payment of the bills as submitted.
*General Business and Heating Licenses
MOVED by Russell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the issuance of general business licenses #16707 - #16712 and #6955 - #6961.
*�olicitor's License - Freedom Place, Inc.
MOVED by Russell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
solicitor's license for Freedom Place, Inc.
*Taxi Driver Licenses
MOVED by Russell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
taxi driver licenses as recommended by staff.
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*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Russell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the minutes received as follows:
Human Services Foundation - June 9, 1997
Board of Zoning Appeals - June 24, 1997
Minutes of Boards and Commissions - Bassett Creek Water Management Commission -
May 15, 1997
Council Member LeSuer asked for clarification about Bassett Creek being considered a
ditch and the status of the discussion with the Golden Valley County Club. Mayor
Anderson stated that she and Fred Salsbury will be meeting with the Country Club to
discuss the creek. Fred Salsbury answered questions regarding the classification of the
creek.
MOVED by Russell, seconded by LeSuer and motion carried unanimously to approve the
Bassett Creek Water Management Commission for May 15, 1997.
Public Hearing - General Plan Approval - Ordinance #165 - PUD #76, Medley Hills
Townhomes
The following ordinance was MOVED by Russell, seconded by LeSuer:
ORDINANCE #163, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Rezoning from Single Family Residential Zoning District
to Two-Family (R-2) Residential Zoning District
9011, 9039 and 9105 Medicine Lake Road
Golden Valley Development Corporation, Applicant
Arne Zachman, Applicant, and Derrick Paske, Paske Engineering; reviewed the request
and answered questions from the Council.
Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development, presented the staff report and
answered questions from the Council. Fred Salsbury answered questions from the
CounciL
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
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Public Hearing - General Plan A�proval - Ordinance #165 - PUD #76, Medley Hills
Townhomes - Continued
Martha Blenkish, 2340 Ensign Avenue North, asked for clarification about the capacity of
the storm sewer to drain water from the site.
Dave McCunn, 8930 23rd Avenue North, stated that when Kings Valley was built it was
determined that access to other neighborhoods be limited, why not limit access for this
development, asked about the possibility of putting a road along the south line of the
development, and asked how this development will relate to future development in the
area.
Ronald Smart, 2401 Ensign Avenue North, stated he would like to see a privacy fence
built to block the view of the development, asked about who would pay for the sidewalk
that would be installed and stated he has never had a water problem in his basement.
Gregg Hackett, 130 Jersey Avenue North, suggested the plans be revised so the garage
is not so noticeable, suggested that a front porch be added to the plan, suggested
sidewalks be installed in the development itself, and suggested the guidelines be changed
to allow the Building Board of Review to comment on plans submitted earlier in the
development process.
Blaine Johnson, 2500 Ensign Avenue North, expressed concern over the capacity of the
storm sewer system, the placement of the access to the site, and the amount of traffic that
will be generated on Ensign Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
Ordinance #165, 2nd Series, as amended: Add " in the front and/or back" after items in #2.
Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
ANDERSON - YES JOHNSON - YES LESUER - YES MICKS - YES RUSSELL - YES
Public Hearing - First Consideration - Ordinance #166 - Salaries of Mayor and Council
Mem r
The following ordinance was MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Micks:
ORDINANCE #166, 2ND SERIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
Amending Salaries of Mayor and Council Members
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Public Hearinq - First Consideration - Ordinance #166 - Salaries of Mayor and Council
Members - Continued
William Joynes introduced the agenda item.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Gregg Hackett, 130 Jersey Avenue North, stated he feels the Council is underpaid and
approves the increase.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by LeSuer, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
Ordinance #166, 2nd Series. Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
ANDERSON - YES JOHNSON -YES LESUER - YES MICKS - YES RUSSELL - YES
Publi� Hearing - General Plan Approval - Ordinance #167 - PUD #71 -Valley Creek
William Joynes introduced the agenda item.
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 Johnson and motion carried unanimously to continue the
public hearing on Ordinance #167 until August 19, 1997.
�`A{�proval of Requests for Beer and/or Wine at Brookview Park
MOVED by Russell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve the
requests for beer and/or wine at Brookview Park as recommended by staff.
Authorization for Sale of General Obligation Tax Increment Refunding Bonds. Series
1997A
Don Taylor, Finance Director, reviewed the sale and answered questions from the Council.
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Authorization for Sale of General Obligation Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series
1997A - Continued
Member Russell introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 97-51
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE AND SALE OF GENERAL
OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 1997A
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member LeSuer
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Anderson,
Johnson, LeSuer, Micks and Russell; 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 City Clerk.
Authorization to Submit A�plication to the Metropolitan Council for the Livable Communities
Dem4nstration Program in Valley Square. Area B
Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development, introduced the agenda item.
Member Johnson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 97-52
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE AND SALE OF GENERAL
OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 1997A
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: Anderson,
Johnson, LeSuer, Micks and Russell; 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 City Clerk.
Rescinding Resolution 95-4 Providing for the Sale of Excess Right-of-Way on Harold
Avenue Cul-De-Sac
Fred Salsbury introduced the agenda item. William Joynes and Mark Grimes, Director of
Planning and Development answered questions from the Council.
Paul Olin, 6900 Harold Avenue, reviewed the status of his property and the other lot and
stated he is opposed to giving up a 7' easement unless he is assured he would get
reimbursed for landscaping costs if the easement is needed.
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Rescinding Resolution 95-4 Providing for the Sale of Excess Right-of-Way on Harold
Avenue Cul-De-Sac - Continued
Member Russell introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption, and directed
staffto rebid:
RESOLUTION 97-53
RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION 95-4 - RESOLUTION PROVIDING
FOR THE SALE OF EXCESS RIGHT-OF-WAY ON HAROLD AVENUE CUL-DE-SAC
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: Anderson,
Johnson, LeSuer, Micks and Russell; 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 City Clerk.
*Call for Public Hearing - Easement Vacation - Portion of Ensign Avenue North at Medicine
Lake Road - 8/19/97
MOVED by Russell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to call for a
public hearing for an easement vacation for a portion of Ensign Avenue North at Medicine
Lake Road on August 19, 1997.
Purchase of Golf Course Fairway Aerifier
William Joynes introduced the agenda item.
MOVED by Micks, seconded by LeSuer and motion carried unanimously to authorize the
purchase of a used aerifier for $16,000.00.
Authorization to Negotiate Purchase of Vacant Lot at 7100 Sandburg Drive to Alleviate
Drainage Problem
William Joynes introduced the agenda item.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to authorize
staff to negotiate the purchase of the property at 7100 Sandburg Lane.
Announcements of Meetinq
The Council will interview candidates for the Surface Water Management Plan Advisory
Committee on August 6, 1997, and one candidate on August 12, 1997 at 5:15 PM.
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Announcements of Meeting
The Council will hold a work session on August 13, 1997, at 6:00 p.m. to discuss budget
issues, retreat items and the Pavement Management Plan.
The next Council/Manager Meeting is scheduled for August 12, 1997 at 5:30 p.m., and the
next Housing and Redevelopment Authority Meeting is August 12, 1997 at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor and Council Communications
No action and/or discussion took place.
Joe Montgomery - Rotary Exchange Student
Paul Schneider introduced Joe Montgomery who will participate in the Youth Exchange
Program for the Rotary. Joe Montgomery reviewed his plans for his upcoming trip to Japan
as part of the Exchange Program.
Reqistration for NLC Congress of Cities & Exposition - December 2-6. 1997 - Philadelphia}
Pennsylvania
Council Members LeSuer and Johnson are planning to attend the Congress of Cities and
other Council Members were requested to notify staff if they plan on attending.
Appointment to I-394 Task Force
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Micks and motion carried unanimously to appoint
Council Member LeSuer and Russell as Golden Valley's representatives on the I-394 Joint
Task Force.
Adjournment
MOVED by Micks, seconded by Russell and motion carried unanimously to adjourn the
meeting at 10:30 p.m.
Mary E. Anderson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Judy Nally, Administrative Secretary