06-63 - 10-03 - Acquistion by Purchase of 2605 Scott Ave N Resolution 06-63 October 3, 2006
Member Pentel introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION BY PURCHASE
OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY AT 2605 SCOTT AVENUE NORTH
WHEREAS, in 2003, the City of Golden Valley entered into an agreement with the
Bassett Creek Water Management Commission (BCWMC) for a flood proofing project; and,
WHEREAS, the City has obtained funding from the Minnesota Department of
Natural Resources (MnDNR) for the flood proofing project; and,
WHEREAS, it has been determined that a property that is included in the program
and located at 2605 Scott Avenue North would be difficult to flood proof because of the
impact that the project would have on the property; and,
WHEREAS, the City desires to acquire the property for use as open space and
ponding or wetland restoration; and,
WHEREAS, the owners of the property, John E. and Pamela J. Woodruff, desire to
sell the property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council for the City of Golden
Valley that:
1. It is necessary, desirable and in the public interest to acquire the real property
located at 2605 Scott Avenue North, Golden Valley, Minnesota and described
as follows: LOT 1, BLOCK 4, DAWN ACRES 1ST ADDITION
2. The City Manager, Director of Public Works and City Attorney, or such other
persons as necessary, are hereby authorized and directed to take all
necessary steps and execute all necessary documents to acquire such real
property.
3. The acquisition of such real property and easements is necessary and
desirable and constitutes a proper and necessary public purpose.
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Linda R. Loomis, Mayor
ATTEST:
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`Susan M. Virnig, City Clerk
Resolution 06-63 - Continued October 3, 2006
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Shaffer
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Freiberg,
Loomis, Pentel, Scanlon and Shaffer; 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.