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07-19-60 City Council MinutesREGULAR MEETING of the VILLAGE COUNCIL July 19, 1960 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 at 7800 Golden Valley Road in said Village on July 19, 1960, at 8:15 o*clock P. M. The following members were present: Bies, Flannagan, Nadasdy, Scherer, and Teresi; and the following member was absent: None. Present were Village Manager and Clerk, Roger K. Ulstad; Village Attorney, Stanley D. Kane; Village Engineer, Donald Sorensen; Building Inspector, Dan Lynch; Deputy Clerk, Helen Penniman; President of the Planning Commission, George Pennock. The Mayor called the meeting to order at 8:15 o*clock P. M. Invocation: Mr. Robert D. Wilson, Westview Good News Chapel, 9300 -6th Avenue Minutes of July 6, iuly 12,_1960: North. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to defer action on the above referenced minutes to August 2, 1960. Public Hearin - 60 -BS -1 12 13 14 15 16 17 19 22: The Village Manager presented an affidavit of publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing on the proposed public improvement as described in said affidavit. Said affidavit was examined, approved and ordered placed on file in the Clerk's office. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place for the public hearing above referred to and all persons who desired to do so were afforded an opportunity to express their views thereon, and all written objections heretofore filed with the Clerk were presented and considered as follows: 60 -BS -1: OBJECTOR OBJECTION Mr. Eugene Wayne Mr. Wayne stated there are not enough 1941 Sumter Avenue North houses finished in the area to warrant surfacing, that it should be done a year later. The Mayor closed the public hearing on area 60 -BS -1. Regular Meeting of the Village Council, July 19, 1960 Page 2. 60 -BS -12: PROPONENT REASON Mr. McNeil There are only four residents on the 5340 Dawnview Terrace street who did not sign the petition in favor of the improvement. Mr. Thomas Enright Asked if the builder was involved in 5320 Dawnview Terrace the percentage of petition signers. The Mayor closed the public hearing on area 60 -BS -12. 60- BS.S 13: OB ECTOR OBJECTION None None The Mayor closed the public hearing on area 60 -BS -13. 60 -BS -14: 21LECTOR OBJECTION Mr. Chester W. Barros Mr. Barros called Mr. Teresi on the 5150 - 33rd Avenue North phone to object to said improvement. The Mayor closed the public hearing on area 60 -BS -14. 60 -BS -15: OB ECTOR OB ECTION None None The Mayor closed the public hearing on area 60 -BS -15. 60 -BS -16: OB ECTOR OB ECTION None None The Mayor closed the public hearing on area 60 -BS -16- 6060�: OB ECTOR OB ECTION Mr. John Simmons 5735 Westbrook Road Mr. Simmons does not want Vale Crest blacktopped at this time. 1 1 L Regular Meeting of the Village Council, July 19, 1960 Page 3. OBJECTOR OBJECTION Mrs. Robert Carlson Mrs. Carlson stated she did not want 5755 Westbrook Road the improvement at this time either. The Mayor closed the public hearing on area 60 -BS -17. MOVED by Bies seconded by Scherer carried to delete the public improvement for area 60 -BS -17 from the proposed construction. 60 -BS -19: The Village Engineer advised the Council that the proposed work for this area be omitted at this time. 60 -BS -22: OBJECTOR OBJECTION None None PROPONENT_ REASON Mr. Jerrold Nebel Mr. Nebel stated that the petitioner 1416 Unity Avenue was out of town, but had sufficient signers for the petition. The Mayor closed the public hearing on 60 -BS -22. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to construct the improvement in area 60 -BS -22, subject to 5070 signers on said petition. Member Teresi then introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (60 -BS -10 12, 13, 140 15, 16, and 22) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Flannagan and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Bies, Flannagan, Nadasdy, Scherer, and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolutions Book page . Member Bies introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING WORK DONE BY DAY LABOR" (60 -BS -11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 22) 1 2 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, July 19, 1960 Page 4. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Scherer and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Flannagan, Nadasdy, Scherer, and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolutions Book page A ,7 . Public Hearing -Rezoning, 18 Mendelssohn Ave. No. (Commercial) Mr. Larry Hork: The Village Manager presented an affidavit of publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing rezoning as described in said affidavit. Said affidavit was examined, approved and ordered filed in the Clerk* s of f ice. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place for the Public Hearing above referred to and all persons who desired to do so were afforded an opportunity to express their views thereon, and all written objections here- tofore filed with the Clerk were presented and considered as follows: OBJECTOR Mr. Edward Thode, Vice President of General Mills 9200 Wayzata Boulevard PROPONENT Mr. Larry Hork, applicant The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. OBJECTION Mr. Thode stated that General Mills would be affected by this zoning, therefore they were concerned with the type of construction proposed as well as the ownership and manage- ment. Mr. Thode requested the matter be deferred to August 2, 1960. REASON Mr. Hork was present to answer any questions regarding the proposed supper club. Mr. George Pennock, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission approving the request (SEE minutes of June 16, 1960). MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to continue the public hearing to August 2, 1960, subject to additional information regarding the ownership and management of the proposed supper club. Public Hearing - 5738 Olson Mem. Highway, Buick Division, Professional and Business Offices: The Village Manager presented an affidavit of publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing rezoning as described in said affidavit. Said affidavit was examined, approved and ordered filed in the Clerk's office. 1 1 1 1 1 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, July 19, 1960 Page 5. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place for the Public Hearing above referred to and all persons who desired to do so were afforded an opportunity to express their views thereon, and all written objections here- tofore filed with the Clerk were presented and considered as follows: OBJECTOR Mr. Sweback 1504 Olson Highway Mr. Isadore Pepin 5806 Olson Highway Mrs. Parker 1926 Penn Ave. North Mrs. Raymond Lundberg 5802 Olson Highway Mr. Fredrick, Secretary of Valley View Nursing Home The Mayor closed the public hearing. OBJECTION Mr. Sweback objected to more commercial zoning in the area. Mr. Pepin objected to the proposal and asked how the back of the building would be finished. Mrs. Parker owns land in said area and questioned the effect this zoning would have on property to the east. Mrs. Lundberg stated they would be boxed in by commercial and the residential area would be ruined. Mr. Fredrick asked how this zoning would effect the nursing home. Mr. George Pennock, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission approving the request (see minutes of July 14, 1960). MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to give a first reading to an 'ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE" (Buick) MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the ordinance herein quoted by title on its first reading. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to give a second reading to the above entitled ordinance on the grounds that a public urgency exists. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the ordinance herein quoted by title on its second reading and to order publication thereof. See Ordinance page Public Hearing - Lots 280 thru 288, Belmont Addition (Multiple Dwelling): The Village Manager presented an affidavit of publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing rezoning as described in said affidavit. Said affidavit was examined, approved and ordered filed in the Clerk* s office. 103 3 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, July 19, 1960 Page 6. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place for the Public Hearing above referred to and all persons who desired to do so were afforded an opportunity to express their views thereon, and all written objections here- tofore filed with the Clerk were presented and considered as follows.- OBJECTOR ollows: OBJECTOR Mr. W. H. Quigley 1405 Florida Avenue North Mr. Arthur F. Solitstoser Morris, Minn. Mr. Walter Stover 6425 Winsdale Street Mr. A. R. Wolff 1340 Douglas Drive PROPONENT Mr. John Paulson, Builder 2104 Indiana Ave. North The Mayor closed the public hearing. OBJECTION Mr. Quigley presented a petition against the proposed rezoning. Mr. Solitstoser sent a telegram vigorously opposing said rezoning. Wished to sign the above referenced petition against the rezoning. Mr. Wolff stated Bassett's Creek is one of the beauty spots in Golden Valley, and he concurrs with the Planning Commission recommendation. REASON The land is low and too costly for single family dwellings. Would look better than present homes in area. Mr. George Pennock, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission denying the request (see minutes of May 12, 1960). MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to deny the request for rezoning Lots 280 thru 288, Belmont Addition upon the recommendation of the Planning Commission. Public Hearing - 9110 -6th Ave. No. (Commercial) Mr. Frank Gracyasz: The Village Manager presented an affidavit of publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing rezoning as described in said affidavit. Said affidavit was examined, approved and ordered filed in the Clerk's office. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place for the Public Hearing above referred to and all persons who desired to do so were afforded an opportunity to express their views thereon, and all written objections heretofore filed with the Clerk were presented and considered as follows: OBJECTOR OBJECTION Mr.Mr. Ervin S. Patten Mr. Patten requested the Council to 8920 -6th Avenue North wait for development of the whole area. 1 P, 1 1 i� Regular Meeting of the Village Council, July 19, 1960 Page 7. PROPONENT Mr. Duane Foss, representative for Mr. Gracyasz The Mayor closed the public hearing. REASON Recommended commercial zoning for this property for off -sale liquor. Mr. George Pennock, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission denying the request (see minutes of June 16, 1960). MOVED by Scherer seconded by Bies carried to approve the request for rezoning. Upon roll call vote being taken thereon, the members were recorded as voting as follows: Bies YES Flannagan NO Nadasdy NO Scherer YES Teresi YES Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion lost and the rezoning denied. Public Hearing - 7421 Glenwood Avenue (Institutional) Masonic Lodge: The Village Manager presented an affidavit of publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing rezoning as described in said affidavit. Said affidavit was examined, approved and ordered filed in the Clerks office. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place for the Public Hearing above referred to and all persons who desired to do so were afforded an opportunity to express their views thereon, and all written objections heretofore filed with the Clerk were presented and considered as follows: OBJECTOR Mrs. E. C. Gollehon 521 Kelly Drive PRO.-... POONNENNT Mr. Edgar W. Johnson 4920 South 10th Avenue OBJECTION Cars will be parked in the rear of her property. REASON A member of the lodge for 40 years, the building is suitable according to Village requirements, will in- crease value of property, and the lodge is financially sound. Mr. Frank Harris Asked clarification of zoning 4027 E. Lake Harriet Blvd. category. Parties of membership only, not outsiders. Regular Meeting of the Village Council, July 19, 1960 Page 8. PROPONENT Mr. Graydon Ewald 7500 Western Avenue Mr. Guy Fredine Mr. Arthur Nordstrom 601 Ottawa Avenue South The Mayor closed the public hearing. REASON Members can't see any objection to the lodge location. Members can't see any objection to location, property too low for residences, building suitable. In favor of proposed lodge location, although not a member. Mr. George Pennock, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission denying the request (see minutes of July 14, 1960). MOVED by Bies seconded by Scherer carried to give a first reading to an ordinance entitled; "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE" (Masonic Lodge) MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the ordinance herein quoted by title on its first reading. MOVED by Bies seconded by Flannagan carried to give a second reading to the above entitled ordinance on the grounds that a public urgency exists. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the ordinance herein quoted by title on its second reading and to order publication thereof. See Ordinance Book page. Hearing - Mrs. Clara J. Schuller, Liquor Violation: Mrs. Clara Schuller appeared before Council and stated it was a mistake innocently made in the sale of liquor to minors who had false identification cards. Officers Stein and Howard appeared and answered questions by Council. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan to suspend the license and close the establishment forten days for carelessness in violation of the ordinance. Upon roll call vote being taken thereon the members were recorded as voting as follows: Bies YES Flannagan YES Nadasdy YES Scherer NO Teresi YES Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried. L� 1 1 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, July 19, 1960 Page 9. Reouest for Public Hearine. E. & R. Realtv. Inc. 2300 & 2301 Unitv Ave. No MOVED by Bies seconded by Scherer carried to call a public hearing to rezone 2301 & 2300 Unity Avenue North to Multiple Dwelling Zone on August 16, 1960. Request for Ordinance Waiver - Curtis Frandsen, 4040 Wasatch Lane: Mr. George Pennock, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission approving the request (see minutes of July 14, 1960). MOVED by Scherer seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the ordinance waiver upon recommendation of the Planning Commission. Request for Ordinance Waiver - Loftus & Olson, 7821 Knoll Street: Mr. George Pennock, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission denying the request (see minutes of July 14, 1960). Mr. Loftus and Mr. Olson appeared before Council to request said ordinance waiver. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to deny the request for an ordinance waiver upon the recommendation of the Planning Commission. Member Scherer Voted NO. Request to Advertise for Bids - Monitor Radio Receivers for Fire Departments The Village Manager presented the request to advertise for bids for 30 units (monitor radio receivers) for the Fire Department, 50% of the cost to be shared by Civil Defense. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Bies carried to advertise for bids on Friday, August 12, 1960, at 11:00 A.M. at the Village Hall. Bids to be awarded on August 16, 1960. Request for Sign Permit - Gold Medal Beverage Co., (Trampoline Center): The Village Manager presented the request for a sign permit for the Trampoline Center by the Gold Medal Beverage Company. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to approve the request for a sign permit for the Trampoline Center by the Gold Medal Beverage Company. Soliner Condemnation Award: Council deferred the matter. Re: Resolution Ordering Work Done by Day Labor, 60 -BS -20: Member Bies introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: Regular Meeting of the Village Council, July 19, 1960 Page 10. "RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING WORK DONE BY DAY LABOR" (60 -BS -20) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Scherer and, upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bies, Flannagan, Nadasdy, Scherer, and'Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the Clerk. See Resolutions Book page .,:� 7Y . Licenses: MOVED by Teresi seconded by Bies carried to approve the licenses listed below: No. Licensee Type Fee 2015 U. S. Bench Corporation Bench $5.00 2016 U. S. Bench Corporation Bench $5.00 2017 Al J. Hall (kiddie rides) Carnival $50.00 Proposed Meeting, July 26, 1960, re: Assessment Program: The Village Manager requested a meeting with the Village Assesscr regarding the assessment program for the Village on July 12, 1960, at 8:15 P. M. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Trampoline Center: The Village Manager informed the Council of an invitation by the Trampoline Center to the Council to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, July 23, 1960, at 1:00 P. M. Member Scherer stated he would attend. Suburban Sanitary Disposal Authority.- All uthority:All present agreed to add the above matter to the agenda. The Village Manager requested authorization to pay the Village share of acquisition of property for land fill by the Suburban Sanitary Disposal. Authority and certain other expense, as requested by letter dated July 14, 1960, in the amount of $1,054.50. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Scherer carried to pay Golden Valley's share of $1,054.50, to the Suburban Sanitary Disposal Authority. Bills: MOVED by Scherer seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the bills as submitted on the prelist. MOVED by Scherer seconded by Bies carried to adjourn the meeting at 1:30 P.M. Attest: -� mayor .� (Village Clerk and Manager)