06-21-71 City Council MinutesREGULAR MEETING
of the
VILLAGE COUNCIL
June 21, 1971
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Council
of the Village of Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota, was held at
7800 Golden Valley Road in said Village on June 21, 1971, at 7:30 P.M.
The following members were present: Hoover, Paulson, Teresi, and Ulstad;
and the following was absent: Stockman.
Present were Village Manager, Barkley G. Omans; Village Attorney, Robert M.
Skare; Village Engineer, Lowell Odland; Village Clerk, Helen Penniman.
Minutes of June 7, 1971:
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to approve the minutes of
June 7, 1971, as submitted.
Community Liaison, Metropolitan Council - Ted Willard:
Mr. Willard, Community Liaison member of Metropolitan Council, discussed
Metropolitan Council programs in general and closing the gap between the Met-
ropolitan Council and municipalities. Area problems and PUD are some of
the programs in planning.
Informal Public Hearing - Sidewalks, Winnetka Ave. - 10th Ave to 26th Ave No
The Village Engineer presented preliminary report for sidewalks on Winnetka
Avenue North from 10th Avenue to 26th Avenue North, on the east side of the
street, estimated cost $30,956.80.
OBJECTOR OBJECTION
David F. Otten Asked the reason for sidewalks on
1820 Winnetka Avenue North Winnetka, is it logical to have side-
walks where there is no parking on
the street. Don's need sidewalks.
Calvin Hagen
2+15 Winnetka Avenue North
PROPONENT
A. W. Piazza
1307 Winnetka Avenue North
Mrs. Lorri Johnson
In favor of sidewalks, but complained
about excessive speed and the need
for a cross walk. Also who is going
to remove the snow in the winter?
REASON
In favor of sidewalks.
Sidewalks are very necessary.
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Mr. John R. Nelson
1313 Winnetka Avenue North
Mr. Russell A. Sovde
1811 Winnetka Avenue North
Mrs. Jane Toughey
1320 Winnetka Avenue North
Earl Wilson
1850 Kelly Drive North
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
In favor of sidewalks on Winnetka.
Asked if sidewalks will increase
the speed on Winnetka Avenue.
Speed Limits are governed by
volume of traffic.
Asked if bicycles will be allowed
on sidewalks.
MOVED by Paulson seconded by Hoover carried to approve the construction of
sidewalks on Winnetka Avenue from 10th Avenue to 26th Avenue North and allocate
the funds for construction.
Appeal from Board of Zoning Appeals - Plaza 100 Shopping Center, T.H. #100 &
Duluth Street:
Mr. Mahlon Swedberg, Chairman of BZA, presented the recommendation from the BZA
of June 8, 1971, regarding six waivers for Plaza 100 Shopping Center. Council
discussed the waiver of 296 parking spaces, the BZA recommended denial of
parking space waivers.
Mr. Galen M. Cadle, Vice President, Litton Development, referred to recommended
parking spaces by Urban Land Institute's "Parking Requirements for Shopping
Centers", a ration of about 5.5 parking spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. is adequate.
The Village Attorney explained the waivers, easements and perpetual easement
for the service road by the service station on T.H. #100 & Duluth Street.
MOVED by Paulson seconded by Ulstad carried to approve the waiver of parking
spaces subject to proponent furnishing without charge the right-of-way easement
for relocation of service drive without charge to the Village and a covenant
insuring easement access to Tract C.
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried that no assessment be levied for curb
and gutter or other street improvements respecting the relocated service drive
in light of proponents offer to dedicate easement for relocated drive without
financial consideration from the Village.
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Paulson carried to approve the waiver of platting
ordinance for division of the following property:
Tract C described as follows:
"Tract B Registered Land Survey #1239 Files of Registrar of
Titles, County of Hennepin, EXCEPT that part thereof which
lies Westerly of a line drawn at right angles Northeasterly
from the Southwesterly line of said Tract B (said Southwest-
erly line being 417.0 feet in length) and passing through the
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most Westerly terminus of the most Southerly line of Tract A
Registered Land Survey #1239 (said most Southerly line of
Tract A being 282.52 feet in Length).
to approve the platting waiver on condition that by the approval of said
platting waiver the Council shall not be deemed to have approved any other
waivers which may be required in order to make Tract C a buildable lot (the
Council having no such applications for further waivers before it nor the
legal ability to bind the BZA or any future Council respecting further
waivers which may be necessary and sought at some future date).
Public Improvement - Street Improvement 71 -SI -12, Hampshire from Glenwood to
Western Avenues:
The Village Clerk presented an affidavit showing publication in the official
newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing on certain proposed Public Improve-
ments Proposed 71 -SI -12 on Hampshire Avenue from Glenwood Avenue to Western
Avenue described in the resolution of this Council relating thereto, adopted
on May 17, 1971. Said affidavit was then examined, approved and ordered
filed in the office of the Village Clerk.
The Mayor announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on said pro-
posed public improvements, and all persons present to do so were afforded
opportunity to express their views thereon. No persons presented objections.
Residents requested the street be oiled until the construction is complete.
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to delete 71 -SI -12 as a public
improvement for assessment.
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to construct 71 -SI -12 from the
capital improvement fund.
Public Hearing -Public Improvement, Residential Street Lighting - 71 -RSL -42:
The Village Clerk presented an affidavit showing publication in the official
newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing on certain proposed Public Improve-
ments (Proposed Residential Street Lighting - 42) described in the resolution
of this Council relating thereto, adopted on May 17, 1971. Said affidavit
was then examined, approved and ordered filed in the office of the Village
Clerk.
The Mayor announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on said pro-
posed public improvements, and all persons present to do so were afforded
opportunity to express their views thereon.
Mr. Ken Walfred, 8105 Wynwood Road, asked where the pole and lights will go
and how many lights were being installed.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 21, 1971
Member Ulstad introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF
CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
(Proposed Residential Street Lighting - 42)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded
by Member Paulson, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members
voted in favor thereof: Hoover, Paulson, Teresi, and Ulstad; 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.., .
Skyline Builders - Fill Permit & Hauling Nuisance:
Mr. Tom Oas, Village Sanitarian, presented complaints regarding trucks, and
dust, early hours of operation and requested that the Fill Permit be revoked
for violation of Section 420:30 of the Village Code.
Mr. Henry Kemnitz, 2500 Dresden Lane, submitted a petition signed by 53 resi-
dents in the area, requesting revokation of all permits and direct the Vill-
age Attorney to commence complaint against all parties responsible for dump-
ing on the grounds.
The Village Engineer recommended revocation of their fill permit and notifi-
cation to the Pollution Control Commission.
V. W. Green, 1601 Spring Valley Road, Environmental Commission, stated that
a land fill is very hard to deal with.
Mrs. Jean Wolfe, 2145 Bonnie Lane, said a vacant house at 3710 Golden Valley
Road, is a hazard to children of the area.
Mr. Dick Johnson, 2541 Dresden Lane, suggested revoking the fill permit, and
require posting of a performance bond.
Mrs. R. Matuseski, 2835 June Avenue North, asked that the area be cleaned up,
it is a mess to look at.
Mr. Joe Perfette, representing Skyline Builders, agreed to comply with the
Village Ordinances, offered to install a barrier to control dumping and oil
the road, promised no trucks before 6:30 A.M.
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Paulson carried to direct the Village Sanitarian
to do everything possible to correct the situation in Golden Valley and notify
Robbinsdale and if necessary the Pollution Control Commission.
MOVED by Paulson seconded by Ulstad carried to revoke permit #17 Land Reclama-
tion permit and close access for dumping purposes in Golden Valley, issue a
temporary permit for 30 days only and if necessary file complaints with the
Pollution Control Commission and the City of Robbinsdale.
Golden Valley Women's Club - Recycling Glass:
All present agreed to add the above item to the agenda.
Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 21, 1971
Mrs. Dorothy Frame, Chairman, Golden Valley Women's Club, presented a request
for a storage building on Village property or assistance by the Council in
locating another storage space for our non -returnable glass for a weekly
collection.
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Ulstad carried to seek space for collection of
non -returnable glass and bring recommendation to Council if funds are neces-
sary
Cork & Cleaver - Re: Liquor License:
Mr. Robert Berrell and Peter Greene of Cork & Cleaver, presented their pro-
posed building, equipment, land, and menu and requested a variance of Council
policy requiring $1,000,000 assessed valuation for "On -Sale" liquor license.
Council will consider the request and answer the request on July 19, 1971.
Request for "On -Sale" Intoxicating Club Liquor License, VFW Post 7051:
Mr. Loren Lein, VFW Post #7051, presented the club request for an "On -Sale"
Club Liquor license at 9+00 Golden Valley Road. They propose to increase
their membership and build a new club in a new location within six months.
Council discussed the club finding a new location and constructing their
new club and then applying for the liquor license. The natter was contin-
ued to July 6, 1971.
White House re: Sunday Liquor Sales:
Mr. Irving Schectman,.White House, requested extension of the Sunday Liquor
Sales license for five weeks thru August 8, 1971, they were only open two
Sundays during the current license period.
MOVED by Paulson seconded by Ulstad carried to extend the Sunday Liquor Sales
License thru August 8, 1971, without further consideration.
Fire Department re: Proposal for Drill Tower:
The Public Safety Director and Fire Chief were present to present proposed
Drill Tower plans. 52' in height, estimated cost $7,000.
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to authorize preliminary plans
and const estimates by a registered engineer or architect.
Resolutions - Police Communications:
The Village Manager presented two resolutions, the first a Metro Terminal
Circuit Upgrading Project, upgraded cost will be $377.00 per month. The
second resolution is participation in a mobile teleprinter at a cost of
$1,502 per year over a five year period.
Member Ulstad introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 21, 1971
"RESOLUTION"
(Authorizing Golden Valley Participation in Metropolitan
Terminal Circuit Upgrading Project)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded
by Member Hoover, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members
voted in favor thereof: Hoover, Paulson, Teresi, and Ulstad; 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 Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page 5,3 .
Member Hoover introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
"RESOLUTION"
(Authorizing Golden Valley Participation
In The Hennepin County Grant Program For
Mobile Teleprinters in Police Cars)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Ulstad, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted
in favor thereof: hoover, Paulson, Teresi, and Ulstad; 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 5 .
Police Ride Along Program:
The Village Manager presented a request from the Police -Community Relations
Committee and the Public Safety Director regarding public riding along with
the Police. Ride Along Guidelines and a proposed Release and Indemnity
Agreement were also submitted.
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to defer until July 6, 1971, to
check the Village liabilities.
County Highway Department - Resolution re: Lighting CSAH No. 18:
Member Ulstad introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
"RESOLUTION"
(Hennepin County Project No. 6929)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Hoover, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted
in favor thereof: Hoover, Paulson, Teresi, and Ulstad; 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 & .
Hennepin County Library - Helen Young:
Miss Helen Young, associate Director of Hennepin County Library, sent a letter
Regular Meeting of the Village Council, June 21, 1971
dated June 8, 1971, in appreciation for the Village help at the dedica-
tion of the Golden Valley Library.
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to receive and file the thank
you letter from Hennepin County Library.
Renewal of 1°On-Sale" Intoxicating Liquor Licenses:
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to approve the "On -Sale" In-
toxicating Liquor Licenses as follows with the exception of Anmar Motel,
Inc., dba Holiday Motor Hotel, number 4946, which will be considered at -
the next Council meeting on July 6, 1971:
ON SALE LIQUOR LICENSES
June 21, 1971
No. Licensee Type Fee
4938 New Boulevard Cafe, Inc.
4939 Michael's Inc.
4940 Glenn Corp. dba The White Houseioun t- 'Rest-
4941
Res .4941 Schuller's Tavern Inc.
4942 Aloha Corp. dba Carriage House Lounge & Rest.
4943 Hopkins House Golden Valley
4944 Armlar, Inc. dba Point Supper Club
4945 Golden Valley Golf Club, Inc.
Delete ---4946 Anmar Motel, Inc. dba Holiday Motor Hotel
4947 Minneapolis Lodge No. 44, B.P.O.E.
1 Chester Bird American Legion Post #523 (Club)
SUNDAY SALE OF LIQUOR
4948 Hopkins House Golden Valley
4949 Golden Valley Golf Club, Inc.
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The Village Manager reported that Robert N. Burns, Village Assessor, for the
past fourteen years has submitted his resignation dated June 16, 1971. Mr.
Burns has accepted the position as Assessor for the City of Bloomington
effective July 6, 1971.
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Ulstad carried to send Mr. Burns a letter on be-
half of the Village Council, wishing him the best in his new position with
Bloominton.
Buffet Calendar:
The Village Manager presented a budget calendar for Council information. No
action was taken.
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Concrete Curb and Gutter Bids:
The Village Manager presented the tabulation of the concrete curb and
gutter bids, opened on June 17, 1971, as follows:
Bidder Bid
Arnold Beckman Inc. $29,963.50
9619 Humbolt Ave. South
Minn. State Curb Gutter Corp $21,130.00
12128 12th Ave. South
The Village Manager recommended the award be made to the low bidder, Minn.
State Curb Gutter Corporation, in the amount of $21,130.00.
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by hoover carried to award the bid to the low bidder,
Minn. State Curb Gutter Corporation, in the amount of $21,130.00.
Equipment Award - Self-propelled Tandem Roller:
The Village Manager presented the recommendation on the bids opened on June3,
1971.
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to reject the bid of Air Power
Equipment Company.
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Ulstad carried to award the bid for a double -drum
vibratory compactor roller with drive on both drums to Borchert Ingersoll
Company, in the amount of $8,325.00.
Downstairs Space Use - Council Chairs:
The Village Manager submitted a proposed use of the space downstairs. No action
was taken.
Council approved the purchase of the new council chairs, nine for the council
table, at the quoted price of $115.00 each from Metropolitan Office Equipment
Company, Incorporated.
May Budget Report - 1971:
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Ulstad carried to receive and file the May Budget
report for 1971.
Resolution - Signal Changes, T.H. #55 at Winnetka and Douglas Drive:
All present agreed to add the above item to the agenda.
The Village Engineer presented a resolution for traffic signals on T.H. #55
at Winnetka and Douglas Drive.
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Member Ulstad introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
"RESOLUTION"
(Traffic Signals T.H. #55 - Winnetka & Douglas Drive)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Hoover, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted
in favor thereof: Hoover, Paulson, Teresi, and Ulstad; 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_.
Request for Waiver of Ordinance on Contractor Working Hours, Hurley Construc-
tion:
The Village Engineer requested a waiver of ordinance on contractor working
hours for Hurley Construction from 5:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to approve the waiver of ordinance
on contractor working hours for Hurley Construction.
Request for Public Hearing - 71-WM-3 (7-19-1971):
Member Ulstad introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
"RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS"
(Proposed Water Main - 71-WM-3)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Hoover, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted
in favor thereof: Hoover, Paulson, Teresi, and Ulstad; 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 5-,V .
Human Rights Commission Minutes - June 10, 1971:
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to receive and file the Human
Rights Commission Minutes for June 10,
Environmental Committee Minutes - June 3, 1971:
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Ulstad carried to receive and file the Environ-
mental Committee minutes for June 3, 1971, and approve the request for one
additional member on the committee.
Golden Valley_ Safety Council Minutes - May 17, 1971:
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Ulstad carried to receive and file the Golden
Valley Safety Council Minutes for May 17, 1971.
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Building Board of Review Minutes - June 15,1971:
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to receive and file the Build-
ing Board of Review minutes for June 15, 1971.
Request for Public Hearing - 71 -PUD -1 (7-19-1971):
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Ulstad carried to call a public hearing on
71 -PUD -1 (Planned Unit Development) on July 19, 1971.
Request for Preliminary Plat Approval - Earl Wilson 4th Addition(7-19-71):
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to hold preliminary plat hear-
ing on the Earl Wilson 4th Addition on July 19, 1971.
Street Light Installation - 71 -RSL -40:
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to defer the above item to July
6, 1971.
Bills & Claims:
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to approve the bills as sub-
mitted on the prelist.
Raisch Claim - Dog Attack:
The Council received copies of the Raisch claim re: dog attack. No action
taken.
Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes - June 8, 1971:
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to receive and file the Board
of Zoning Appeals minutes for June 8, 1971.
MOVED by Ulstad seconded by Hoover carried to adjourn the meeting at 2:15 A.M.
Attest:
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Village Clerk
Mayor
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