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07-07-75 City Council MinutesREGULAR MEETING of the CITY COUNCIL July 7, 1975 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota was held at 7800 Golden Valley Road in said City on July 7, 1975 at 7:30 P.M. The following members were present: Anderson, Bix, Hoover and Thorsen. Also present were: City Manager Barkley G. Omans, City Attorney Robert M. Skare, City Engineer, Lowell Odland and Acting City Clerk Mary Marske. Vacancy of Mayoral Seat Declared: Member Bix introduced and read the following written resolution and MOVED its adoption: RESOLUTION (Declaring a Vacancy to Exist in the Office of Mayor of the City of Golden Valley) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Anderson, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor there- of: Anderson, Bix, Hoover and Thorsen, 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 Acting City Clerk. See Resolution Book page ni . Appointment of Mayor - Oath of Office: Member Anderson, introduced and read the following written resolution and MOVED its adoption: RESOLUTION (Filling Vacancy in Office of Mayor) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Thorsen, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Bix and Thorsen, 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 Acting City Clerk. See Resolution Book page A2 - Vacancy on Council Declared: Member Thorsen introduced and read the following written resolution and MOVED its adoption: RESOLUTION (Declaring a Vacancy to Exist on the Golden Valley City Council) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member ' Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 7, 1975 Anderson, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Bix and Thorsen, 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 Acting City Clerk. See Resolution Book page q3 Set Special Meeting - July 14, 1975: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to set a Special Meeting of the Council for July 14, 1975 at 7:30 P.M., for the purpose of setting appointments for interviewing applicants for the vacant council seat. Approval of Minutes - June 16, 1975: MOVED by Bix, seconded by Anderson and carried to approve the minutes of June 16, 1975 as corrected. Approval of Minutes of Adjourned Meeting - June 26, 1975: MOVED by Thorsen, seconded by Anderson and carried to approve the minutes of the Adjourned Meeting of June 26, 1975 as corrected. Amend Ordinance 4244 - Trails & Open Space Regulations - 2nd Reading: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to bring on for a second reading an ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE (Adding Trails and Nature Areas to Park Regulations) MOVED by Bix, seconded by Anderson and carried to adopt the ordinance here- in quoted by title on its second reading and order publication thereof. Upon roll call vote being taken thereon, the following members voted as follows: Anderson - Yes Hoover - Yes Bix - Yes Thorsen - Yes /� 75 SC 1 Assessment' Hearing - Miscellaneous Seal Coating Proiects: The clerk presented an affidavit showing publication in the official news- paper of the Notice of Public Hearing on Miscellaneous Seal Coating Projects 75 SC 1 described in the resolution of this council relating thereto, adopted May 19, 1975. Said affidavit was then examined, approved and ordered filed in the office of the City Clerk. The Mayor then announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on said proposed public improvements, and all persons present to do so were afforded opportunity to express their views thereon. Mr. Al Spindler of 1309 Jersey Avenue North expressed concern regarding the heavy use the street is presently subjected to from trucks involved in con- struction in the area. Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 7, 1975 Mr. Gareld Carpentier of 6905 Winsdale questioned the procedure for asses- sing by front footage on corner lots. Mr. George Klouda of 5311 Golden Valley Road expressed his opinion that Golden Valley Road was not in need of seal coating. He is concerned with the drainage problem. The Mayor then closed the public hearing. Member Anderson then introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption: RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS 75 -SC -1 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Thorsen, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Bix, Hoover and Thorsen, and the follow- ing voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the Acting City Clerk. See Resolution Book page '1' Member Anderson introduced and read the following written resolution and MOVED its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING MANNER OF CONSTRUCTION 75 -SC -1 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Thorsen, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Bix, Hoover and Thorsen, and the follow- ing voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the Acting City Clerk. See Resolution Book page_��. 1974 Audit - George M. Hansen Com any: Mr. Greg Murphy of the George M. Hansen Company was present to discuss and answer questions regarding the 1975 audit. MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to receive and file the audit report and set a meeting for August 14, 1975 at 7:30 P.M., to further discuss the audit with the staff and Mr.Murphy and request the staff to re- spond to the recommendations made by the auditor by the August 4, 1975 council meeting. O.S.H.A. Citation - Drag Line Disposal: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to declare the Insley Drag - line Model K12, as excess or surplus property and authorize the disposal of the equipment. Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 7, 1975 P.C.A. Correspondence - Golden Valley - New Hope Interceptor: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Bix and carried to receive and file the correspondence from the Pollution Control Agency regarding the Golden Valley -New Hope Interceptor. YMCA - Detached Worker - Mini Bike Program: Doug Freeman and Frankie Francel were present requesting permission to ini- tiate a mini bike program as part of the Detached Worker Program. A number of residents of the area to be used for operating the mini bikes were present to offer objections. Those persons opposed included: Mrs. Isadore Pepin, 5806 Olson Memorial Highway; C. J. Schwebach, 5804 Olson Memborial Highway and Earl Larson of 5808 Olson Memorial Highway. MOVED by Bix, seconded by Thorsen to deny the request for use of the McGarvey Coffee Company property for operation of the mini bike program. The motion failed with those voting in favor: Bix, those voting against: Anderson, Hoover and Thorsen. MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to approve the program for a trial period from the present to October 1, 1975 with the stipulation that it be limited to two hours per day, two days per week and the affected neighbors be notified of the schedule and the Detached Worker submit a report to the Council at the close of the trial program. Member Bix voted against the motion. Request for Removal of No Parking Signs - Country Club Drive: Mr. Harold Lutz requested the removal of the "No Parking" signs on Country Club Drive. MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to authorize the staff to appropriately sign the area between Pennsylvania and the Point to allow an adequate parking area of 100' to 150'. Hennepin County - Building Permit Fee Waiver: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to waive the building permit fee for the county for the construction of the Sheriff's Radio Tower. School District 46281 - Regarding Ordinance #411: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to receive and file the correspondence from Independent School District 46281 regarding Ordinance 46411 relating to use of school property. Petition - No Parking on Kentucky Avenue: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to postpone action on the petition requesting no parking on Kentucky Avenue and notify those residents affected that the item will be considered at the council meeting of July 21, 1975. 1A0 Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 7, 1975 Block Party - Street Closure Policy: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to authorize the staff to approve the closure of streets for the purpose of block parties upon proof of unanimous consent of all affected property owners. James Schutz - Shut Off Valve - 1666 Hampshire Lane: MOVED by Bix, seconded by Thorsen and carried to approve the installation of a shut off valve for James Schutz of 1666 Hampshire Lane. Human Rights Commission: The council determined to set a meeting with the Human Rights Commission on July 22, 1975 at 9:00 P. M. Transportation Advisory Board: The council designated Member Anderson as the interim delegate to the Trans- portation Advisory Board of the Metropolitan Council. Request from Minnesota Toro - Re: Pump: Councilmember Thorsen requested permission to abstain from discussion on this item. Minnesota Toro directed a letter to the council requesting pumping of run-off water from their property. The Mayor agreed to respond to Minnesota Toro and advise them of the staff's position and ability to provide this service in emergency situations. Safety Council Request for Signs: Two members of the Safety Council were present to request the installation of "No Parking" signs. MOVED by Bix, seconded by Anderson and carried to instruct the staff to in- stall the signs as requested by the Safety Council in their minutes of May 27, 1975. Licenses Approved: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Bix and carried to approve the license list as submitted. Trach Propertv Development: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Hoover to refer the Manager's request to the Valley Square Task Force and also refer Item #3 to the Transportation Option Commission. The motion was amended by Member Bix and seconded by Hoover to implement the recommendations of the Manager in regard to Item #1 & 2. Those Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 7, 1975 voting in favor of the amendment were: Bix and Hoover, those voting against: Thorsen, abstained: Anderson. The amendment thereby passed. Those voting in favor of the main motion were Anderson, Bix, Hoover and Thorsen. The main motion and amendment were thereby adopted. Request for State Aid - Crossover of Golden Valley Road and Country Club Road: Member Bix introduced and read the following written resolution and MOVED its adoption: RESOLUTION REQUESTING DESTINATION OF THE CROSSOVER BETWEEN GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD AND COUNTRY CLUB ROAD AS A STATE AID CONNECTING LINK The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Anderson, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Bix, Hoover and Thorsen, 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 Acting City Clerk. See Resolution Book page__,__. Revised Golden Valley Trail Estimate: MOVED.by Anderson, seconded by Hoover and carried to receive and file the information received in regard to the revised Golden Valley Trail Estimate. Crime Prevention - Transfer of Funds: MOVED by Bix, seconded by Anderson and carried to authorize the mayor to sign the necessary papers and acceptance of the grant for the third year of the program. MOVED by Bix, seconded by Anderson and carried to authorize the transfer of $11,184 from the General Fund (Appropriation to Other Funds) to the Joint Program Fund. Fire Pumper Bids: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Bix and carried to carry over to the council meeting of July 21, 1975 the discussion of award of the Fire Pumper Bids. Civic Center Remodelin_- Street Department Building Construction: Architect Fred Poisson of Kilstofte and Associates was present to explain the proposed changes in the Civic Center and projected construction of a Street Department building. MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Bix and carried to defer further discussion to the July 21, 1975 meeting and request the presence of the Valley Hquare Task Force. Documents and Materials Policy: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to adopt the Documents and Materials Policy as drafted by Administrative Assistant Jeff Sweet. Councilmember Bix left the meeting at 12:35 P. M. Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 7, 1975 Citv Assessor Report - Assessment Law Chapges: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to defer action on this item until the July 14, 1975. Employment of Design Engineer - Highway 55 Pedestrian Bridge: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to award the design engin- eering contract to the low bid submitted by Tolz, King, Duvale, Anderson and Associates and require a disclosure form be filed by the individual architect and the firm as a group. Agreement with Chicago & Northwestern Transvortation - Boone Avenue Crossin MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign the agreement with the Chicago & Northwestern Transporta- tion Company to widen the public roadway at the Boone Avenue Crossing. Street Imvrovement - Call Public Hearing 75- SI -12 - Olvmnia: Member Anderson introduced and read the following written resolution and MOVED its adoption: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS 75 -SI -12 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Thorsen and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover and Thorsen 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 Acting City Clerk. See Resolution Book page 11 Alley Improvement and Partial Vacation: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to direct the City Manager to respond to the petitioners notifying them of the need for 35% or more participa- tion to implement action on a petition. Bills and Claims: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to approve payment of the bills as submitted on the prelist and receive and file the claims. Open Meeting Law Discussion: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to place this discussion item on the agenda of the July 14, 1975 meeting. 23rd & Rhode Island Right of Way: MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Thorsen and carried to authorize the City Attorney to direct a letter to the attorney representing the property owner 1 Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 7, 1975 of the land in question to demand specific performance prior to July 21, 1975. The Council adjourned to 1:30 A.M., to reconvene on July plete the agenda and take action on additional items ado Attest: Acting lty Clerk Mayor , 1975 to com- at this meeting.