2022-05-03 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. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Shep Harris, Council Members Maurice Harris, Gillian Rosenquist,
and Kimberly Sanberg
Absent: Council Member Denise La Mere-Anderson
Staff present: City Manager Cruikshank, Finance Director Virnig, Fire Chief Crelly, Fire
Battalion Chief Bence, Police Chief Green, Assistant Police Chief White,
Public Works Director Kieffer, and City Clerk Schyma
C. Recognition of Golden Valley Fire Battalion Chief Ken Bence for his Participation and
Donations Raised for the American Lung Association Fight For Air Climb
Fire Chief John Crelly presented an overview of the award and introduced Terri Waddell,
Senior Director of Development with the American Lung Association in Minnesota.
Fire Battalion Chief Bence spoke about his personal connection to the Lung Association and
thanked his family and friends for their support.
The Council congratulated Fire Battalion Chief Ken Bence on this well-deserved award and
stated their appreciation for his leadership.
D. Proclamation for International Firefighters’ Day on May 4, 2022
Fire Chief Crelly presented an overview of the proclamation and discussed the work of
firefighters.
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to support a proclamation recognizing May 4,
2022 as International Firefighters’ day.
Motion carried 4-0.
May 3, 2022 – 6:30 pm
Council Conference Room
Hybrid Meeting
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E. Presentation of the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
Finance Director Sue Virnig introduced Joel Merry, State Representative for the Minnesota
Government Finance Officers Association and Assistant Finance Director from Minnetonka,
who presented the award to the City of Golden Valley.
The Council thanked Finance Director Virnig and all finance staff for their hard work and
dedication to fiscal responsibility.
F. Proclamation Recognizing Arbor Day and Arbor Month
Public Works Director Kieffer presented an overview of the proclamation and discussed
the work of staff especially in regards to Emerald Ash Borer.
The Council thanked Public Works Director Kieffer and his staff for their great work
serving the residents of Golden Valley.
Motion by Sanberg, Second by M. Harris to support a proclamation declaring May 4,
2022 as Arbor Day and May 2022 as Arbor Month in the City of Golden Valley.
Motion carried 4-0.
G. Proclamation Recognizing National Police Week
Assistant Police Chief White presented an overview of the proclamation and introduced
Police Chief Virgil Green who started his new position on May 2.
The Council thanked all officers in the Police Department for their service and dedication
to the City. They also stated their appreciation to the families of the officers for their
support.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by Sanberg to support a proclamation recognizing the
week of May 15 through May 21, 2022 as National Police Week in the City of Golden
Valley.
Motion carried 4-0.
2. Additions and Corrections to Agenda
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by M. Harris to approve the agenda as submitted.
Motion carried 4-0.
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3. Consent Agenda
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to approve the Consent Agenda as revised:
removal of Item #3E1 - Approve Resolution No. 22-045 to Accept a Donation for a Park Bench
and a Tree to be Located at Lions Park Honoring Jim Zwettler.
Motion carried 4-0.
A. Approval of Special City Council Meeting Minutes of April 19, 2022
B. Approval of Check Register
C. Boards, Commissions and Task Forces:
1. Receive and File Environment Commission Meeting Minutes – March 28, 2022
2. Receive and File Planning Commission Annual Report and Work Plan
3. Receive and File Board of Zoning Appeals Annual Report
4. Receive and File Environmental Commission Annual Report and Work Plan
D. Bids, Quotes, and Contracts:
1. Approve Fourth Amendment to the License Agreement with Golden Valley
Orchestra
2. Approve Court Rental Agreement with Twin City Tennis Camps
3. Authorize Waiver Agreement for the Minnesota Retiree Environmental Technical
Assistance Program with the State of Minnesota
4. Approve Purchase of Valves for Golden Valley Pump House
5. Approve Purchase of Salt Brine Production Equipment
6. Approve Purchase of Public Safety Lower-Level Conference Room Equipment and
Maintenance Contract
E. Grants and Donations:
1. Approve Resolution No. 22-045 to Accept a Donation for a Park Bench and a Tree to
be Located at Lions Park Honoring Jim Zwettler
F. Approve Resolution No. 22-046 Adopting an Epidemic/Pandemic Response Plan
G. Approve Resolution No. 22-047 to Update the Crisis Communications Plan
H. Receive and File March 2022 Quarterly Financial Reports
I. Approve Resolution No. 22-048 City Classification Structure Adjustments
3. Items Removed From the Consent Agenda:
3E1. Approve Resolution No. 22-045 to Accept a Donation for a Park Bench and a Tree to be
Located at Lions Park Honoring Jim Zwettler
Council Member Harris recognized the donation and stated the Council’s appreciation.
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Rosenquist to approve Resolution No. 22-045 to Accept a
Donation for a Park Bench and a Tree to be Located at Lions Park Honoring Jim Zwettler .
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Motion carried 4-0.
4. Public Hearing
5. Old Business
6. New Business
All Ordinances listed under this heading are eligible for public input.
A. Second Consideration of Ordinance No. 738 Amending the 2022 Master Fee Schedule for
Outdoor Service Areas in Targeted Zoning Districts
Finance Director Sue Virnig discussed the staff report.
There were no public comments for this item.
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to adopt Ordinance No. 738 Amending the 2022
Master Fee Schedule for Outdoor Services Areas in Targeted Zoning Districts Fees.
Motion carried 4-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: M. Harris, S. Harris, 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 M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to adjourn the meeting at 7:22 pm.
Motion carried 4-0.
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Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Theresa J. Schyma, City Clerk
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