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04-19-66 City Council Minutes56 REGULAR MEETING of the VILLAGE COUNCIL April 19, 1966 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 April 19, 1966, at 7:30 P. M. The following members were present: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, and Teresi; and the following was absent: Garis. Present were Village Manager, Roger K. Ulstad; Village Attorney, Robert M. Skare; Village Engineer, Donald Sorensen; Village Clerk, Helen Penniman; Building Inspector, Dan Lynch; Chief of Police, Everett Frandsen and President of the Planning Commission, Paul Senstad. Invocation: Mr. John McFarlane, Valley Community Presbyterian Church. Minutes of April 5, 1966: MOVED by Schaphorst seconded by Flannagan carried to defer action on the minutes of April 5, 1966, to the meeting of May 3, 1966. Public Hearing - Zoning, 3901-4001 Olson Highway (M-4) Multiple Dwelling: The Village Clerk presented an affidavit of publication in the official newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing 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 opportunity to express their views thereon, and all written objectiors heretofore filed with the Clerk were presented and considered as follows: Mr. P. K. Larson 425 France Avenue North Mr. A. H. Edling 428 Sunnyridge Lane Mr. C. T. Lundin 421 France Avenue North Mr. Cyrus S. Johnson 308 Sunnyridge Lane OBJECTION Asked why all the parking was planned on one side. Stated there was no storm sewer there and water has been in basement now, where will it go after this construction. How can a buffer be placed next to residential area. This zoning will change the character of the neighborhood, would like to see a neighborhood park there. 1 57 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, April 19, 1966 Mr. C. D. Gilbert Moved to Golden Valley to get away from 321 Sunnyridge Lane apartments and the city. Mr. L. W. Rossell This is a commercial and business venture. 116 Meadow Lane North The area only needs leveling off for a park area. Mr. Robert Hollyday Opposed the proposed multiple dwelling. 320 Sunnyridge Lane Mr. Bruce R. Monick Asked the recommendation be given again 1215 Poplar Drive by the Planning Commission. PROPONENT REASON Mr. James A. Anderson & Mr. Anderson requested zoning for an architect eight story multiple dwelling, due to soil conditions would require 50 to 65 feet of piling. 92 units with underground parking. Reinforced concrete structure, air conditioned, estimated cost of $2,000,000. Mr. Paul Senstad, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recom- mendation of .the Planning Commission to deny the proposed (M-11 Multiple Dwelling and suggested (M-2) Multiple Dwelling. See minutes of 3-10-1966. The Mayor closed the public hearing. Member Teresi would like to see study given to the area for something other than a four or eight story building. Not in favor at this time. Member Flannagan stated he was not in favor and would vote against the proposed zoning. Member Schaphorst stated he would defer to the Planning Commission recommendation and opposed an eight story building. Mayor Nadasdy opposed the project in its present form. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan to deny the zoning request at 3901- 4001 Olson Highway for (M-4) Multiple Dwelling, upon roll call vote being taken thereon the members were recorded as voting as follows: Flannagan YES Nadasdy YES Schaphorst YES Teresi YES The Mayor declared the motion carried and the zoning denied. The proponent requested that a new public hearing be called to consider (M-2) Multiple Dwelling Zone. Regular Meeting of the Village Council, April 19, 1966 MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to call a public hearing on May 3, 1966, to consider zoning 3901-4001 Olson Highway to (M-2) Multiple Dwelling. Mr. Phillip 0. Lysne, 303 Sunnyri.dge Lane, stated that he had requested a playground in the past and would like to see one at this location now. Public Hearing -_Zoning_, 65.5 Olson Highway (M-4) Multiple Dwelling: The Village Clerk presented an affidavit of publication in the official news- paper of the Notice of Public Hearing 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 opportunity to express their views thereon, and all written objections heretofore filed with the Clerk were presented and considered as follows: OBJECTOR OBJECTION None None PROPONENT REASON Mr. Erland Ekberg Presented the plans and request for zoning to (M-4) for a 12 unit Multiple Dwelling, each unit separated with 2,000 sq. feet per unit, approximate cost $35,000 per unit. Mr. Harry Dye, Pako Corporation They are in favor of the proposed 6300 Olson Highway project. Mr. Paul Senstad, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to deny said zoning. (See minutes of March 10, 1966). The Mayor closed the public hearing. Member Schaphorst asked the President of the Planning Commission to explain further the reasoning on their recommendation. Member Flannagan stated he could not favor a six story building at this site. Member Teresi, in favor, would like to see the reaction of the Village to a high rise. Member Schaphorst could see Member Teresi's point of view, but is not ready to vote for a 6 story building and not at this location. Mayor Nadasdy feels that this land should be rezoned, and stated that this is the first really worthwhile project submitted to council. There is no opposition by neighbors, therefore favor project. 5y' Regular Meeting of the Village Council, April 19, 1966 Member Flannagan stated he could not see why Pako favors the project, he fells the area should be residential. The proponent, Mr. Ekberg, requested the public hearing be continued to the next meeting when a full council is present. MOVED by Schaphorst seconded by Teresi carried to continue the public hearing to May 3, 1966, at 8:00 P. M. Public Hearing - Zoning, Greenhouses & Nurseries: The Village Clerk presented an affidavit of publication in the official news- paper of the Notice of Public Hearing 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 opportunity to express their views thereon, and all written objections heretofore filed with the Clerk were presented and considered as follows: Mr. Paul Senstad, President of the Planning Commission, presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the proposed zoning. (see minutes of 3-10-1966). MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to defer the matter for further study. Final Plat Approval - Skyline Plaza, 7500 Olson Highway: The Village Manager presented a resume of the Council action of the plat of Skyline Plaza and also the zoning requests. The Skyline Builders, Inc. have submitted the required agreement requested at the September 21, 1965, council action approving the Skyline Plaza Plat. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to approve the plat of Skyline Plaza, subject to a title opinion on the plat and posting a performance bond in the amount of $57,863.95• MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to defer action on the second reading for Commercial Zoning to the meeting of May 3, 1966. Re: Traffic Safety _ South Tyrol Hills: The Village Manager reviewed the traffic pattern through Kennedy's South Tyrol Hills due to Prudential traffic and general congestion on Highway #12. The Village Engineer and Police Chief presented a traffic map and discussed the problems of thru traffic using Kennedy's South Tyrol Hills residential areas to avoid the traffic on Highway #12 at the peals periods in the morning and evening. Mr. W. C. Kueffner, 1500 Fairlawn Way, stated the problem is complex, the traffic that belongs on Highways #12 and 100 is using the residential area. 610 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, April 19, 1966 Mr. R. H. Bloom, 4141.7 Avondale Road, stated they need speed sign of 20 miles per hour in the area. Mr. Mel H. Maisel, 4330 Sussex Road, suggested that Prudential be asked to cooperate and post one-way signs. The Village Engineer and Police Chief will try some of these suggestions and determine if the problem is alleviated. Request for Building Permit - 6250 Wayzata Boulevard, Office Building: The Building Inspector presented the request for a building permit at 6250 Wayzata Boulevard for an office building for Yngve & Yngve. Mr. John Yngve was present to answer questions for council. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to approve the request for an office building at 6250 Wayzata Boulevard, subject to Board of Appeals approval of side yard set -back, posting $1,000 landscaping bond and approval of the Building Inspector. Administrative Lot Division - 62214 Wayzata Blvd. A. Yngve: MOVED by Schaphorst seconded by Teresi carried to approve the administrative lot division for A. Yngve at 6221 Wayzata Blvd., subject to a permanent easement for sanitary sewer of 20 feet along the rear lot line and a temporary construction easement. Request for Building Permit - 2335 Nevada Avenue North, Sunshine Biscuit Company: The Building Inspector presented the request for a building permit at 2335 Nevada Avenue North for Sunshine Biscuit Company for a distribution and sales building 190 x170 feet. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the building permit for Sunshine Biscuit Company at 2335 Nevada Avenue North, subject to posting a $3,000 landscaping bond and approval of the Building Inspector. Request for Extension of Special Use Permit - Midland Nursery, Inc., 2520 Winnetka Avenue North: The Village Manager presented a request for an extension of the special use permit for Midland Nursery, Inc., at 2520 Winnetka Avenue North for six months. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the extension for six months of the special use permit for Midland Nursery, Inc., at 2520 Winnetka Avenue North. Request for Beer License - Pizzanova, 5328 Wayzata Boulevard: All present agreed to add the above item to the agenda. �I 1 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, April 19, 1966 Mr. Dennis Erickson, owner of the Pizzanova at 5328 Wayzata Boulevard, appeared to request a beer license. Due to a fire at the address of 5328 Wayzata Boulevard he is considering moving to 5112 Wayzata Boulevard, much larger quarters. Mr. Erickson stated he could not undertake the larger expenses unless the Council would grant him a beer license. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to deny the request for a beer license at the Pizzanova at 5.12 Wayzata Boulevard. Second Reading Ordinance - Amending the Electrical Code: MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to give a second reading to an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE" (Electrical Code) MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to approve the ordinance herein quoted by title on its second reading and to order publication thereof. See Ordinance Book page. Second Reading Ordinance - Amending the Plumbing Code: MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to give a second reading to an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE" (Plumbing, Water and Gas Piping Code) 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. est for Public Hearing - Zoni _ Residential & Multiple Dwelling (Moser rt The Village Manager presented the request to call a public hearing to zone to Residential and Multiple Dwelling the former Moser property for Mr. Tom DeCola. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to call a public hearing to zone to Residential and Multiple Dwelling the former Moser Property on May 17, 1966. Request for Public Hearing - Public Improvements for 1966 - Sanitary Sewer; Water Mains; Grading & Graveling; Bituminous Surfacing; Curb & Gutter: The Village Manager presented the request to call a public hearing for public improvements for 1966, as above referenced, on May 17, 1966. 61 b2 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, April 19, 1966 Member Teresi introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Grading & Graveling 66 -GG -1 & 2) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Flannagan, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Schaphorst, Nadasdy, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page J-1-30 . Member Teresi introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Bituminous Surfacing 66 -BS -1, 2,5,6,8,9,10,11,12,15,16,17,18,19,20, 21,23,25,26,30,31) The motion for the adoption of the foregoingresolution was seconded by Member Flannagan, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page �? 9 ,5�_ Member Teresi introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Sanitary Sewer 66 -LF -2,3,4,5,6,7,8,10,11) (Proposed Watermain 66-WM-1,2,155,6,7,8,9510,11,13, 11,16,17,18) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Flannagan, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page 2 3 . Member Teresi introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption.: "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS" (Proposed Concrete Curb and Gutter - 66-CG-1,3Y4,5A7) 1 63 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, April 19, 2:966 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Flannagan, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page Re: Building Permit - 1710 Douglas Drive: Council deferred the above matter to the meeting of May 3, 1966. Re: Addendum to Agreement-- Joint Construction of Sanitary Sewer Interceptor: The Village Manager presented an addendum to the agreement for Joint Construction of Sanitary Sewer Interceptor relating to a change in figures due to revision of percentages by Orr-Schelen-Mayeron. The Manager reported that the other three communities that are a party to the ;joint agreement have agreed to accept the bid for construction and will submit letters to that effect. Proposed Resolution Creating Regional League of Municipalities for Seven Count Metropolitan Area: Member Teresi introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION URGING THE CREATION OF A REGIONAL LEAGUE OF MUNICIPALITIES FOR THE SEVEN COUNTY METROPOLITAN AREA" The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Schaphorst, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page -1 Proposed Joint & Cooperative Agreement Establishing Metropolitan Transit Commission: The Village Manager presented a proposed Joint and Cooperative Agreement Establishing Metropolitan Transit Commission from the Hennepin County League of Municipalities. Council discussed the proposed transit commission. Member Flannagan introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION" (METROPOLITAN TRANSIT COMMISSION) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Schaphorst, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page-,� . 694 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, April 19, 1966 Request for Public Hearing - Plat, DeCola's Country Club Terrace: The Village Manager presented a request for a public hearing to'plat DeCola's Country Club Terrace. MOVED by Schaphorst seconded by Flannagan carried to call a public hearing to plat DeCola's Country Club Terrace on May 3, 1966. Administrative Lot Division: 5250 Wayzata Blvd.; 6909 Medicine Lake Road; 38 HanleyL Road; 2300 Louisiana Avenue North; 2300 Nevada Avenue North: The Village Manager presented the request for approval of the above referenced administrative lot divisions. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to approve the administrative lot divisions for 5250 Wayzata Boulevard; 6909 Medicine Lake Road; 38 Hanley Road; 2300 Louisiana Avenue North; 2300 Nevada Avenue North. Permit & Fee for Operation of Automobile Sales Lots: MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to defer the above referenced matter indefinitely. Purchase of Park Property - Lot 6, Block 3, Lakeview Heights,, Broselle & Snodgrass; Lots 1 & 2 Block 2, Hampshire Oaks 4th Addition,, Lots 1 & 2, Block 3, Hampshire Oaks=4th Addition, Melvin K. Pearson: The Village Manager presented the request to purchase park property above described. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Teresi carried to approve the purchase of Lot 6, Block 3, Lakeview Heights from Broselle & Snodgrass for $1,000.00 and Lots 1 & 2, Block 2, Hampshire Oaks ?nth Addition, Lots 1 & 2, Block 3, Hampshire Oaks 4th Addition from Melvin K. Pearson for $8,250.00, subject to clear title upon title examination. Resolution Ordering Dust Treatment - 66 -DA -5, 61 7, 8: Member Flannagan introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION ORDERING DUST TREATMENT FOR CERTAIN STREETS" (66 -DA -5, 61 71 8) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Teresi, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page Dt 65 Regular Meeting of the Village Council, April 19, 1966 Communication - Suburban Directory Advertising Space: The Village Manager presented the request to renew the Village "Report to the People" in the Golden Valley Directory published by the Suburban Press in the amount of :$200.00. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the renewal of "Report to the People" in the Golden Valley Directory in the amount of $200.00 with money from the contingency fund. Communication - Rees-Thomson-Scroggins re: Car Wash: The Village Manager read a letter dated April 16, 1966, from Rees-Thomson- Scroggins, Inc., expressing their continued interest in establishing a Car usrash operation in the Golden Plaza Industrial District and requesting Council act favorably on a proposed Car Wash Ordinance. Council took no action. Communication - Sale of Fire Department Tanker: The Village Manager read a letter from the Village Attorney dated April 14, 1966, advising that the Village may advertise for and take informal bids to sell a tanker no longer needed by the Fire Department. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to approve the sale of a tanker by the Fire Department by means of informal bids for approximately $2,500.00, upon recommendation of the Village Attorney. Communication - Re: Minneapolis Gross Earnings Tax for Non-residents: The Village Manager read a letter dated April 6, 1966, from the Village of Minnetonka regarding the proposed Minneapolis Gross Earnings Tax for Non- residents. Council took no action on the matter. Reapportionment Resolution: All present agreed to add the above matter to the agenda. Member Teresi introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: "RESOLUTION" (Reapportionment) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Flannagan, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Flannagan, Nadasdy, Schaphorst, and Teresi; and the following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and �h�is� signature attested by the Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page�2�`—= . uJ Regular Meeting of the Village Council, April 19, 1966 Licenses: MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to approve the licenses as follows: No. Licensee 3930 Philco Distributing Co. 3931 Grace Community Church 3932 Meadowbrook Elementary School 3933 Golden Valley High School 393. Aloha Corp. dba Hyatt Lounge 3935 Aloha Corp. dba Hyatt Lounge 3936 Brunsuri.ck Carriage House Lanes 3937 Valley of Peace Lutheran Church 3938 Dan's Disposal 3939 Ross & Ross Auctioneers 39.0 Calvary Lutheran Church 391 Dairy Queen Bills: Type Fee Food .$ 15.00 Food Exempt Food Exempt Food Exempt Games of Skill 50.00 Juke Box 15.00 Games of Skill 125.00 Food Exempt Haul Garbage 26.00 Auctioneer 1.00 Food Exempt Food 25.00 MOVED by Schaphorst seconded by Flannagan carried to approve the bills as submitted on the prelist. MOVED by Teresi seconded by Flannagan carried to convene the Council Meetings at 8:00 o'clock P. M. from May 3, 1966 through October, 1966. MOVED by Flannagan seconded by Schaphorst carried to adjourn the meeting at 11:30 P. M. 1 1.