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03-05-57 City Council Minutes-30 - REGULAR MEETING of the VILLAGE COUNCIL March 5, 1957 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Council of the Village of Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota, was held in the Village Hall in said Village on March 5, 1957, at 7:30 o'clock P.M. The following members were present: Bies, Nadasdy, Rahn, Stark, and Teresi; and the following.were absent: None: The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:45 P.M. MOVED by Stark seconded by Teresi carried that the reading of the minutes of the meetings held on January 22, February 5, and February 13, 1957 be dispensed with, and that said minutes be approved as submitted to this Council prior to this meeting, unless some member of the audience wishes them read. (The minutes were not read.) Awarding of Bids - Petroleum Products: The Village discussed the bids which were received on February 19, 1957, and recommended the low bids be accepted by the Council as follows: Ford Deep Rock Oil Company, $2,315.00 for Premium gradegasoline; Standard Oil Company (Indiana) $1,287.00 for Diesel fuel and Fuel Oil. MOVED by Bies to accept the low bids as recommended by the Village Engineer, there being no second to the motion, Member Bies withdrew the motion. MOVED BY Teresi to deny all bids, there being no second to said motion, Member Teresi withdrew the motion. MOVED by Stark to table the bids until the next meeting, there being no second to said motion, the motion was lost. MOVED by Rahn seconded by Bies carried that the bid of Ford Deep Rock Oil Company for Premium gasoline, and the low bid of Standard Oil Company for Diesel fuel and fuel oil be accepted. Member Stark voted "No". Awarding of Bids - Electrical Repairs & Rewiring: The tabulation of bids and recommendation was not complete, the Council postponed action to the meeting of March 19, 1957. Sale of Bonds, Northwest Trunk Sewer Improvement & Fund 20 Sewer Improve- ments: The Village Administrator presented an affidavit of publishing notice of sale of $775;000. Improvement Bonds of 1957, First Series, of the Village in Commercial West. Said affidavit was examined and ordered placed on -31 - "RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF $775,000 IMPROVEMENT BOf4DS OF 1957, FIRST SERIES" The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Rahn, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Nadasdy, Rahn, Stark and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None. Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the Mayor and his signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolutions Book Page, . Member Bies then introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR AND APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS TO THE SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE OF THE SERIES OF AUGUST 1, 1956 IMPROVEMENT BOND FUND, AND DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF $775,000 IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1957 FIRST SERIES". seconded the motion, Member Rahn, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Nadasdy, Rahn, Stark and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None. Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the Mayor and his signature attested! by the Clerk. See Resolutions Book Page - ,f "Use Permits" for Certain Lots in Fast 1/2 of Yale Garden Homes: The Village Attorney stated the report of the Commissioners would be filed this week. The residents have 60 days after the date of filing to obtain Hardship Waivers. Amendment to Sewer Ordinance: Mr. Donald Spaulding, Sewer Inspector, explained the intent of the proposed Sewer Ordinance to the Council and recommended its adoption. LVED by Stark seconded by Bies carried to give a first reading to an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE USE OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SEWERS AND DRAINS, PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL, THE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION- file in the office of was the time and place the Administrator. The Mayor fixed in said notice for the announced that this opening and consid- eration of sealed bids for said bonds. The Administrator reported that he had received three sealed bids for said bonds, as follows: Name of Bidder Interest Rates Premium Juran and Moody 3.947% 00 John Duveen 3.928% 00 Piper, Jaffrey & Hopwood 4.02% 00 After consideration of said bids, Member Bies introduced the following written resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF $775,000 IMPROVEMENT BOf4DS OF 1957, FIRST SERIES" The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Rahn, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Nadasdy, Rahn, Stark and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None. Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the Mayor and his signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolutions Book Page, . Member Bies then introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR AND APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS TO THE SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE OF THE SERIES OF AUGUST 1, 1956 IMPROVEMENT BOND FUND, AND DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF $775,000 IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1957 FIRST SERIES". seconded the motion, Member Rahn, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Nadasdy, Rahn, Stark and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None. Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the Mayor and his signature attested! by the Clerk. See Resolutions Book Page - ,f "Use Permits" for Certain Lots in Fast 1/2 of Yale Garden Homes: The Village Attorney stated the report of the Commissioners would be filed this week. The residents have 60 days after the date of filing to obtain Hardship Waivers. Amendment to Sewer Ordinance: Mr. Donald Spaulding, Sewer Inspector, explained the intent of the proposed Sewer Ordinance to the Council and recommended its adoption. LVED by Stark seconded by Bies carried to give a first reading to an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE USE OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SEWERS AND DRAINS, PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL, THE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION- -32 - OF BUILDING SEWERS AND THE DISCHARGE OF WATERS AND WASTES INTO THE PUBLIC SEWER SYSTEM, AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS THEREOF, IN THE VILLAGE OF GOLDEN VALLEY, COUNTY OF HENNEPIN, STATE OF MINNESOTA." MOVED by Rahn seconded by Teresi carried to approve the above ordinance herein quoted by title on its first reading and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Nadasdy, Rahn, Stark, and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None. Amendment to Curfew Ordinance: Chief -of -Police, Everett Frandsen explained the proposed Curfew Ordinance and recommended its adoption. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Bies carried to give a first reading to an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE PRESENCE OF MINORS UNDER CERTAIN AGES ON STREETS AND IN OTHER PLACES BETWEEN CERTAIN HOURS, DEFINING THE DUTIES OF PARENTS AND GUARDIANS, AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS." MOVED by Stark seconded by Teresi carried to approve the above ordinance herein quoted by title on its first reading and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Nadasdy, Stark, and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: Member Rahn voted "No'.'. Request for Rezoning - E. R. Conry Construction Company, B. F. Goodrich Co. Mr. Conry appeared before the Council to request a public hearing to re- zone property near Forster Distributing Company on Turner's Crossroad from Open Development to Light Industrial Zone. MOVED by Rahn seconded by Teresi carried to call a public hearing for March 19, 1957, and to instruct the Village Clerk to insert notice of public hearing in the official Village newspaper on the re -zoning of certain properties as stipulated by this Council at the meeting from Open Develop- ment to Light Industrial. Petition - Storm Sewer, East 1/2 of Yale Garden Homes: The Village Engineer presented a petition signed by 33% of the residents in the East 1/2 of Yale Garden Homes for Storm Sewers. MOVED by Bies seconded by Stark carried to authorize a study of said project by the Engineering Department. Upon vote being taken, each member of the Council voted as set forth below: Bies YES Nadasdy YES Rahn NO Stark YES Teresi NO -33 - RESOLUTION - Deleting re -construction of Winnetka Avenue: Member Bies introduced and read the following written resolution herein quoted by title and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION ENTITLED "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS". The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Teresi, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Nadasdy, Rahn, Stark and Teresi; and the follow- ing voted against the same: None. Whereupon said resolution was de- clared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolutions Book Page ,,2,e7 Amendment #2 - Enabling Legislation: The Village Engineer submitted a written report regarding the "Enabling Act Highway Amendment #2" which is on file in the Administrative office. The Village Administrator requested approval of the proposed legislation. MOVED by Bies seconded by Rahn carried to approve said legislation. Douglas Drive Extended: The Village Fngineer reported that preliminary negotiations indicated the County Highway Department proposed to share the expense of extending Douglas Drive with Golden Valley in the following manner: Hennepin County Highway Depart- ment 60%, the Village of Golden Valley 40%. MOVED by Stark seconded by Bies carried to advise the County Highway Depart- ment that they should share in the expense of shoulder work on this road also. Legislation - Re: 30 Year Special Assessments & EarmarkinE Ci arette & Li2uor Receipts: Member Rahn introduced and read the following resolution and MOVED its adop- tion: "RESOLUTION URGING ENACTMENT OF LEGISLATION PROVIDING FOR EXTENSION OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS AND RETIREMENT OF CERTAIN BONDED INDEBTEDNESS OVF.P. A PERIOD OF 30 YEARS AND FOR APPLICATION OF SHARED PORTION OF STATE CIGARETTE AND LIQUOR TAXES TO RETIREMENT OF SPECIFIC INDEBTEDNESS". The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Stark and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Bies, Nadasdy, Rahn, Stark, and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None. Whereupon said resolution was de- clared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolution Book Page __3e) Hennepin Count Direct Relief: The Administrator reported that the counties were well represented and unanimous in their support of a resolution opposing placing Rural Hennepin - County on a County system of direct relief. -34 - Report of Village Attorney: Pe:_ George Hanson Driveway: The Village Attorney reported the final check had been delivered to Mr. George Hanson regarding driveway repair, ar_d that Mr. Hanson had waived all future claim against the Village. McGinnis Case: The Village Attorney reported that all briefs were in the Judge's pos- session awaiting his decision. Revision of all Village Ordinances: Member Rahn introduced and MOVED the adoption of the following motion: "1. The Mayor be given the authority to appoint a committee composed of not less than three nor more than five attorneys residing in the Village of Golden Valley, to review Village Ordinances for the purpose of weeding out obsolete, ambiguous, unenforcible or ineffective regulations so that the fairness and propriety of Village laws will command the respect of our citizens. Said committee to function under the direction and guidance of the Mayor as public spirited citizens serving without fee in the best interests of their Village community." Upon vote being taken, each member of the Council voted as set forth below; Bies NO Nadasdy NO Rahn YES Mark rT0 Teresi YES MOVED by Teresi seconded by Star'c carried to refer this matter to the Village Attorney for a report at the meeting; of March 19, 1957. Appointment of eater Commissioner: This matter was deferred to a future meeting of the Council. Re: Highway, Department: The Village Council instructed that a letter be sent to Mr. L. P. Zimmerman, commending and congratulating him upon his promotion to State Highway Commissioner. Highway Department Maintenance Center: The Administrator reported the Highway Department is willing to pay to con- nect to the Sanitary Sewer instead of being specially assessed on an acrea- age basis. New Village IIall Committee: Member Rahn reported progress on the plans and committee work involved in the proposed New Village Hall plans. 1 1 1 -35- On -Sale Liquor License Fees: Member Rahn, Chairman of the License Committee, recommended raising the fees for on -sale liquor licenses from $2,000.00 to $3,000.00. - MOVED by Rahn -seconded by Bies carried to instruct the Attorney to pre- pare an amendment to the Village Ordinance by raising the on -sale liquor license fees from $2,000.00 to $3,000.00. Licenses• MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the issue of the. fol- lowing Filling Station Licenses, per applications on file: Number of License 1247 124E 1249 1250 1251 1252 1253 1254 To Whom Issued Woodfill Shell Service Golden Valley Shell Ramacher 1166" Service Golden Valley Direct Service Gray's Texaco Service Golden Valley Pure Oil Westwood Hills Service Hyer Mileage Service MOVED by Rahn seconded by. Stark carried to approve the issue of the fol- lowing Tavern Licenses, per applications on file: Number of License To Whom Issued 1242 Schuller's Place 1243 New Boulevard Cafe, Inc. 1244 The Bowery Tavern 1245 The Vee Tee Co., Inc. dba The White House 1246 The Point Supper Club MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the issue of the follow- ing Soft Drink Licenses, per applications on file: Number of License 1259 1260 1261 1262 1263 1264 1265 1266 1267 126E 1269 1270 1271 1272 To Whom Issued Red Crown Lanes, Inc. Woodfi_ll Shell Service Golden Valley Drive In Boulevard Cafe Valley Inn, Inc. dba Holiday Motor Hotel Waldron Drug Cramer's Food Mart Pylon Drive-in Restaurant Gray's Texaco Service Golden Valley Direct Service Golden Valley Golf Club, Inc. Kennedy's Boat Livery The Golden House National Tea Company -36- 1273 Beltline Food Market 1274 Village Cafe 1275 Schullerts Tavern 1276 American Legion, Chester Bird Post #523 1277 Jensen's Super Valu 1278 Golden Hills Liquor Store 1279 Hyer Mileage Service 1280 George's Steak House 1281 Log Cabin Liquor Store 1282 Knight's Pharmacy (The Valley Corp.) 1283 Feld Cut Rate Market 1284 Golden Valley Pure Oil 1285 Michael's Restaurant 1286 Valley Inn 1287 B'rookview Country Club 1288 Theodore Wirth Chalet 1289 Adam's Liquor Store 1290 The Point Liquor Store 1291 Vee Tee Co., dba The White House 1292 The Milk House 1293 Sarenpa's 1294 Golden Valley Inn, Inc. dba The Point Supper Club 1295 The Bowery MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the issue of the follow- ing Milk Licenses, per applicationson file: Number of License To Whom Issued 1230 Ewald Bros. Sanitary Dairy 1231 Norris Creameries, Inc. 1232 Franklin Co-operative Creamery Association 1233 Northland Milk & Ice Cream Company 1234 Clover Leaf Creamery Company 1235 Superior Dairies, Inc. 1236 Lakeview Sanitary Dairy 1237 Purity-Ohleen Dairy MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the issue of the follow- ingSt,Avenger Service Licenses, per applications on file: Number of License To Whom Issued 1309 Cesspool Service Company 1310 Roto Rooter Service Company 1311 Minnesota Pumping Company MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the issue of the follow- ing Non -Intoxicating Liquor On -Sale Licenses, per applications on file: Number of License To Whom Issued 1426 Michael's 1427 Chester Bird Post #523, American Legion -37- 1428 Golden Valley Golf Club, Inc. 1429 Golden House Tavern 1430 Mrs. Barbara Bavolak dba Valley Inn 1431 Valley Inn, Inc., dba Holiday Motor 1408 Hotel 1432 Theodore Wirth Chalet 1433 Brookview Country Club 1434 Vee Tee Co., Inc. dba The White House 1435 Marjorie M. Sarenpa 1 1 MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the issue of the folloty- ing Garbage Service Licenses, per applications on file: Number of License 1238 1239 1240 1241 To Whom Issued Charles Ost Boyer Garbage Company Mrs. C. Engebretson Albert Schumacher MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the issue of the follow- ing Auto Livery License, per application on file: Number of License To Whom Issued 1436 Clifford E. Haley, dba Medicine Lake Taxi MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the issue of the follow- ing Non -Intoxicating Liquor Off -Sale Licenses, per applications on file: Number of License To Whom Issued 1404 The New Boulevard Cafe 1405 Michael's 1406 Waldron Drug 1407 Log Cabin Liquor Store 1408 National Tea Company 1409 Golden Hills Liquor Store 1410 Golden House Tavern 1411 Mrs. Barbara Bavolak dba Valley Inn 1412 Valley Liquor Store 1413 Jensen's Super Valu 1414 Adams Liquor Store 1415 Golder. Valley Off Sale Liquors, Inc. 1416 Feld Cut Rate Market 1417 The Vee Tee Co., Inc. dba The White House 1418 Sarenpa's 1419 Golden Valley Inn, Inc., dba The Point Supper Club 1420 The Bowery 1421 Jerry Cramer -38 - MOVED by Rahn seconded by Stark carried to approve the issue of the fol- lowing Cigarette Licenses, per applications on file: Number of License 1438 1439 Bills• To Whom Issued Gray's Texaco Service Golden Valley Direct Service MOVED by Bies seconded by Stark carried to approve the bills as submitted on the prelist. MOVED by Stark seconded by Teresi carried to adjourn the meeting. /1 Il 1 �l