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REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
May 18, 2021— 6:30 pm
Meeting Held Virtually
In light of the recently declared COVID-19 health pandemic, the Mayor of the City of Golden
Valley declared a local emergency under Minnesota Statute, section 12.37. In accordance with
that declaration, beginning on March 16, 2020, all meetings of the City Council held during the
emergency were conducted by telephone or other electronic means. As such, all votes are
conducted by roll call, so each member's vote on each issue can be identified and recorded
pursuant to Minnesota Stat. 13D.021.
The City used WebEx to conduct this meeting electronically. Members of the public were able to
monitor the meetings by watching it on Comcast cable channel 16, by streaming it on
CCXmedia.ore, and by dialing in to the public call -in line The public was able to participate in
this meeting during public comment sections, including the public forum, by dialing in to the
public call -in line.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Harris called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Shep Harris, Council Members Larry Fonnest, Maurice Harris, Gillian
Rosenquist and Kimberly Sanberg
Staff present: City Manager Cruikshank, Deputy City Manager/Human Resources Director
Santelices, Equity and Inclusion Manager Zackery, Physical Development
Director Nevinski, City Attorney Cisneros, Planning Manager Zimmerman,
Assistant City Engineer Kakach, Public Works Director Kieffer, and City Clerk
Schyma
C. Proclamation Recognizing the 10th Anniversary of the Golden Valley Community Foundation
City Manager Tim Cruikshank presented an overview of the proclamation.
The Council expressed appreciation to Dean Penk, Founding Member and Board Chair, of the
Golden Valley Community Foundation for their amazing contributions to the community.
Motion by Fonnest, Second by Sanberg to recognize the tenth anniversary celebration of the
Golden Valley Community Foundation on May 20, 2021, proclaim our appreciation for their
commitment to the wellbeing of the community, and encourage them to continue their work
and Do More Good in Golden Valley in the next ten years and beyond.
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Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed:
N/A)
D. Proclamation Recognizing Public Works Week
Public Works Director Tim Kieffer discussed the proclamation and recent activities of the
Public Works Department.
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Rosenquist to proclaim the week of May 16 through May
22, 2021 as Public Works Week in the City of Golden Valley, and I call upon all citizens and
civic organizations to pay tribute to our public works professionals, and to recognize the
substantial contributions they make to protecting our health, safety, and quality of life.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed:
N/A)
2. Additions and Corrections to Agenda
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by Sanberg to approve the meeting agenda as submitted.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
3. Consent Agenda
Motion by Fonnest, Second by Rosenquist to approve the Consent Agenda as revised:
removal of Items #3C3 - Authorize Professional Services Agreement with CivicPlus for
Implementation of the 2021 Website Redesign and Development Services and #3D1- Approve
Resolution No. 21-36 - Accepting Donation for a Tree in Brookview Park.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed:
N/A)
A. Approval of City Check Register
B. Licenses:
1. Gambling License Exemption and Waiver of Notice Requirement —Chester Bird
American Legion 523
2. General Business License — Fireworks Sales
3. General Business License — Gas Stations and Gas Dispensers
C. Approval of Bids, Quotes and Contracts:
1. Approve Contract for Hydrant Painting with B & B Commercial Coating, LLC
2. Authorize City Manager to Sign a Purchase Agreement for Replacement Dasher
Boards at the Wesley Park Hockey Rink
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4. Theodore Wirth Park Public Safety Memorandum of Understanding with
Minneapolis Park Police
D. Grants and Donations:
1. AppFeve Resolution Ne 21 36 Accepting DE)Aat*eRf8F a T-Fee in ° ' Pa*
2. Approve Resolution No. 21-37 - Authorizing Application for the 2020 Metropolitan
Council Municipal Publicly Owned Infrastructure Inflow/Infiltration Grant Program
E. Approve City Classification Structure Adjustments, Resolution No. 21-38
3. Items Removed From the Consent Agenda:
3C3. Authorize Professional Services Agreement with CivicPlus for Implementation of the
2021 Website Redesign and Development Services
Communications Director Weiler presented the staff report.
Hector Ortega, CivicPlus, provided background of the company and demonstrated features of the
future website updates.
Council suggested adding the AudioEye ADA component for visually impaired guests.
City Manager Cruikshank responded that the addition of AudioEye will be handled
administratively.
Motion by Fonnest, Second by Sanberg to Authorize Professional Services Agreement with
CivicPlus for Implementation of the 2021 Website Redesign and Development Services in the
amount of $39,393.12, plus an annual hosting fee of $9,644 with a 5 percent annual technology
uplift.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
3131. Approve Resolution No. 21-36 - Accepting Donation for a Tree in Brookview Park
Council Member Rosenquist thanked the Osbek family for their contribution to the community.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by M. Harris to adopt Resolution No. 21-36 accepting the
donation from the Osbeck Family for the addition of a tree in Brookview Park to honor of Violet
Osbeck.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
4. Public Hearing
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A. Public Hearing to Vacate Alley Easements West of Hillsboro Avenue North Between Earl
Street and Duluth Street, Resolution No. 21-39
Assistant City Engineer R.J. Kakach presented the staff report, explained the process of alley
vacation, and answered questions from Council.
Mayor Harris opened the public hearing. No one requested to speak. Mayor Harris closed the
public hearing.
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Rosenquist to adopt Resolution No. 21-39 Vacating Alley
Easements West of Hillsboro Avenue North between Earl Street and Duluth Street
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
S. Old Business
6. New Business
All Ordinances listed under this heading are eligible for public input.
A. Discussion of Proposed Meadowbrook PUD Amendment — 5400 Glenwood Avenue
Planning Manager Jason Zimmerman presented the staff report.
Dr. Nik Lightfoot, ISD 270 Assistant Superintendent, discussed the project including
design, use, space, and traffic concerns at the school.
Neil Tessier, representing Hopkins Public Schools, specifically discussed parking and green
space. He added that there would be an 86 car increase in queue space for student pick-
up/drop-off with the proposed plans.
Council Member Fonnest stated he does not believe there is an immediate need for a
Council decision on this item tonight. He would like to remain consistent and utilize the
Planning Commission as a recommending body so he is in favor of sending the proposal
back to the Planning Commission.
Council Members Sanberg and Rosenquist agreed with Council Member Fonnest and
added that since particulars are still being decided, they believe the proposal should have
more concrete details before it comes back to the Council.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by M. Harris to refer Amendment #5 for Meadowbrook
PUD No. 90 back to the Planning Commission for additional evaluation, pending the
results of the ongoing traffic study.
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Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg.
Opposed: N/A)
B. First Consideration of Ordinance No. 714, Amending City Code Chapter 2 - Replacing the
Human Rights Commission with a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission
Kirsten Santelices, Human Resources Director/Human Rights Commission Staff Liaison,
and Kiarra Zackery, Equity and Inclusion Manager, presented the report
Commission Member Ruth Paradise discussed the process that has taken place over the
past year.
Mayor Harris opened the item for public comment. No one requested to speak.
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to adopt first consideration of Ordinance No. 714,
Amending City Code Chapter 2 — Replacing the Human Rights Commission with a Diversity,
Equity and Inclusion Commission.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed:
N/A)
C. Review of Council Calendar
Mayor Harris reviewed upcoming city meetings, events, and holiday closures.
D. Mayor and Council Communications
1. Other Committee/Meeting updates
Council Member Rosenquist provided an update regarding the ongoing discussions
with the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board and the issues involving Theodore
Wirth Park.
7. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by Fonnest to adjourn the meeting at 9:06 pm.
Motion carried 5-0. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
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