2022-01-04 Regular Meeting
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
City Council meetings are being conducted in a hybrid format with in-person and remote options for
attending, participating, and commenting. The public can make statements in this meeting during
public comment sections, including the public forum beginning at 6:20 pm.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Harris called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Incoming Council Member Introduction
Mayor Harris thanked outgoing Council Member Fonnest for his service and for being present for the
transition and start of Council Member La Mere-Anderson’s term in office.
Outgoing Council Member Fonnest officially welcomed Council Member La Mere-Anderson to the
City Council and wished her well.
C. Oaths of Office
City Clerk Schyma administered the oath of office to Council Members La-Mere Anderson and
Rosenquist.
D. Seating of the Council
Council Members La Mere-Anderson and Rosenquist thanked Golden Valley residents, their
volunteers who assisted during their campaigns, and their families for their support.
E. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Shep Harris, Council Members Maurice Harris, Denise La Mere-
Anderson, Gillian Rosenquist, and Kimberly Sanberg
Staff present: City Manager Cruikshank, City Attorney Cisneros, City Engineer Oliver,
Environmental Resources Supervisor Eckman, Assistant City Engineer Kakach,
Finance Director Virnig, Physical Development Director Nevinski, Planning
Manager Zimmerman, and City Clerk Schyma
Note: Council Member Rosenquist was located in the Manager’s Conference Room of City Hall
for health reasons and was therefore appearing at the meeting virtually.
F. Presentation of Engineering Awards to the City of Golden Valley for the DeCola
Ponds Project
January 4, 2022 – 6:30 pm
Council Chambers
Hybrid Meeting
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City Engineer Jeff Oliver discussed the awards and credited Environmental Resources
Supervisor Eckman for his work on the project.
2. Additions and Corrections to Agenda
Motion by Sanberg, Second by M. Harris to approve the meeting agenda as submitted.
Motion carried 5-0.
3. Consent Agenda
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted.
Motion carried 5-0.
A. Approval of City Council Minutes – Special Meeting of November 9, 2021
B. Bids, Quotes, and Contracts:
1. Approve Contract for Influent Meter Pit Repairs with Rice Lake Construction Group
2. Approve Purchase of an Asphalt Paver from Ziegler Cat in the amount of $226,735
3. Approve Professional Services Agreement with Short Elliot Hendrickson (SEH), Inc. for
Winnetka Avenue Pedestrian Signal Design and Construction Services
4. Approve Updated Municipal Legislative Commission Joint Cooperative Agreement
C. Grants and Donations:
1. Approve Resolution No. 22-001 Transferring ARPA Funds to the HRA to Implement a
Rent and Household Assistance Program and to Approve the Grant Agreement for the
Golden Valley Rent and Household Assistance Fund
2. Approve Resolution No. 22-002 Transferring ARPA Funds to the HRA to Implement a
Housing Navigation Services Program and to approve the Grant Agreement for the
Golden Valley Housing Navigation Services Program
D. Approve Resolution No. 22-003 Designating Depository for City Funds
E. Approval of the Use of Credit Cards for Purchases for 2022
F. Approve Resolution No. 22-004 Making Annual Elections for 2022-2023 Insurance Policy
G. Designation of 2022 Official Newspaper
H. Approval of City Check Register
4. Public Hearing
A. 2022 Pavement Management Program
1. Conduct Public Hearing for Special Assessments and Approve Resolution No. 22-005
Adopting and Confirming Assessments for Various Public Improvements in the 2022
Pavement Management Area
2. Approve Professional Services Agreement with Short Elliot Hendrickson (SEH), Inc. for
Construction Engineering Services for an amount not to exceed $239,900
3. Approve Construction Services Agreement with GMH Asphalt Corporation in the
amount of $5,263,550.91
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Assistant City Engineer RJ Kakach presented the staff reports.
Mayor Harris opened the public hearing.
Ruth Paradise, 8515 Duluth Street, asked staff to discuss a cost-savings opportunity for
homeowners to have a sanitary sewer inspection during the project.
Mayor Harris closed the public hearing
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to Approve Resolution No. 22-005 Adopting and
Confirming Assessments for Various Public Improvements in the 2022 Pavement Management
Area.
Motion carried 5-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: M. Harris, S. Harris, La Mere-
Anderson, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
Motion by Sanberg, Second by La Mere-Anderson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager
to execute a professional services agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Incorporated in
the form approved by the City Attorney for the observation, construction staking, and
engineering services on the 2022 PMP, for an amount not to exceed $239,900.
Motion carried 5-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: M. Harris, S. Harris, La Mere-
Anderson, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute
a construction agreement with GMH Asphalt Corporation in the form approved by the City
Attorney for the 2022 Pavement Management Project #21-01 in the amount of $5,263,550.91.
Motion carried 5-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: M. Harris, S. Harris, La Mere-
Anderson, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
B. Formal Public Hearings – Artessa Senior Cooperative, 7001 Golden Valley Road
1. Future Land Use Map Amendment, Resolution No. 22-006
2. Zoning Map Amendment, Ordinance No.731
3. Preliminary Plan for Subdivision
4. Conditional Use Permit No. 172 to Allow for Additional Height on a Building
Planning Manager Jason Zimmerman presented the staff reports.
The Council consensus was to allow members of the applicant group to provide background
information about the project.
Ben Landhauser, Vice President of Artessa Development, LLC, made a thorough presentation
about the details of the project.
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Tom Conlin, Golden Valley Country Club (GVCC), stated his support for the project on behalf of
the Club.
Mayor Harris opened the public hearing.
Melanie Dunleavy, Minnetonka resident and GVCC board member, voiced her support for the
project.
Steve Bennett, 540 Varner Circle, spoke in opposition to the project and voiced his concerns
regarding size, location, and additional traffic.
Joe Komarek, 8212 Golden Valley Road, voiced his support for the project, returning the
proposed land use change to the Planning Commission for additional evaluation, and the
GVCC.
Brett Weiss, 1620 Noble Drive, voiced his support for the project, developer, and the GVCC.
Bob Plantenberg, 6809 Country Club Drive, stated his concerns that the developer is
threatening to completely pull the project unless they receive certain approvals tonight. He
has concerns with this project and urged the Council to deny the proposal until the Planning
Commission has had a chance to review the new materials.
Harmony Bennett, 540 Varner Circle, spoke in opposition to the project and wants future
notifications to go beyond the required 500 feet because it does impact the entire
neighborhood.
Blythe Stillwell, 521 Varner Circle, moved to Golden Valley for the peace, sanctuary, and
environment. She stated appreciation for the developers making changes after speaking to the
neighbors and their concerns; however, she believes more work needs to be done with the
proposal.
Erik Pederson, 130 Louisiana Avenue North and GVCC member, asking the Council to support
an initiative to bring more senior housing to Golden Valley. He added that change is difficult
but wants this proposal to keep moving forward.
Mark Zeman, 2611 Lee Avenue and President of the GVCC, stated his support for the project
and would like to developer to receive clear direction from the Council tonight.
Brenna Gentrup, 7101 Glenwood Avenue, stated opposition to the project due to traffic and
safety concerns in a residential neighborhood.
Barb Prindle, Golden Valley resident, had questions about the difference between LEED-like
and LEED certification energy efficient building materials that were noted in the proposal.
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Suzanne Forward, 6745 Country Club Drive, asked about the affordability component of the
project.
Marcia Anderson, 130 Edgewood Avenue North, stated her endorsement to return this
proposal to the Planning Commission for their review.
Ruth Paradise, 8515 Duluth Street, likes the idea of being able to stay in Golden Valley when
her time being able to care for a single-family home is no longer feasible.
Heidi McCallister, 7215 Glenwood Avenue, stated her opposition to the project and agreed
with the other concerns that were mentioned during the hearing. She also mentioned that this
neighborhood has been through several projects lately and it is a lot to absorb.
Mayor Harris closed the public hearing.
Council Member Sanberg would like to see the proposal go back to the Planning Commission
for review. She added that two things residents are always asking for in Golden Valley is more
senior housing and more affordable housing and this proposal could potentially bring both of
those options to the City.
Mayor Harris stated he is supportive of this proposal and doesn’t see the benefit of sending it
back to the Planning Commission. He respects the work that has been done by the Planning
Commission but doesn’t believe delaying this proposal benefits the community as a whole.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by La Mere-Anderson to return the proposed land use change
to the Planning Commission for additional evaluation in light of revisions submitted by the
applicant.
Motion carried 4-1. (In Favor: M. Harris, La Mere-Anderson, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: S.
Harris)
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by Sanberg to return the proposed zoning change to the
Planning Commission for additional evaluation in light of revisions submitted by the applicant.
Motion carried 5-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: M. Harris, S. Harris, La Mere-
Anderson, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by La Mere-Anderson to return the proposed subdivision to
the Planning Commission for additional evaluation in light of revisions submitted by the
applicant.
Motion carried 5-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: M. Harris, S. Harris, La Mere-
Anderson, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
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In regards to Conditional Use Permit No. 172 to Allow for Additional Height on a Building, the
applicant has modified the proposal and reduced the height of the building. A conditional use
permit is no longer required and the application has been withdrawn. No action was needed
or taken by the City Council.
5. Old Business
6. New Business
All Ordinances listed under this heading are eligible for public input.
A. Second Consideration of Ordinance No. 730 Amending City Code Chapter 103 Authorizing the
City to Complete Plumbing Plan Review
Physical Development Director Marc Nevinski presented the staff report.
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to adopt Second Consideration of Ordinance No.
730 Amending Section 103-1: Building Code Adopted; and Adding Section 103-1.5: Plumbing,
Plans, and Inspections.
Motion carried 5-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: M. Harris, S. Harris, La Mere-
Anderson, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
B. Review of Council Calendar
Mayor Harris reviewed upcoming city meetings, events, and holiday closures.
C. Mayor and Council Communications
1. Other Committee/Meeting updates
7. Adjournment
Motion by Sanberg, Second by M. Harris to adjourn the meeting at 10:27 pm.
Motion carried 5-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: M. Harris, S. Harris, La Mere-Anderson,
Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
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Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Theresa J. Schyma, City Clerk
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