08-03-82 City Council MinutesRegular Meeting
of the
City Council
August 3, 1982
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council
of the City of Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota was held at 7800 Golden
Valley Road in said City on August 3, 1982 at 6:30 PM.
The following members were present: Anderson, Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and
Thorsen. Also present were: City Manager, Jeff Sweet; City Engineer, Lowell
Odland; City Attorney, Robert Skare; and Deputy City Clerk, Judy Nally.
Approval of Minutes - July 20, 1982
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to approve
the minutes of the City Council meeting of July 20, 1982, as submitted.
Approval of Agenda
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
the agenda of August 3, 1982, as amended:
Addition of Item 5E: Ground Breaking for Bassett Creek Project
Addition of Item 6C: Rotary Meeting
Approval of Consent Agenda
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to approve
the items on the consent agenda, indicated by an asterisk (*), except item 5D
and 5D1.
*Bills and Claims
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to authorize
payment of the bills as submitted.
*Licenses
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the issuance of licenses #7755 to #7762; heating license #5394.
Raffle License - Phillipine-Minnesotan Medical Association, Inc.
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to
authorize the issuance of a raffle license to the Phillipine-Minnesotan Medical
Association, Inc.
*Solicitor's License - Elmer Ryman - State Farm Insurance
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to approve
the solicitor's license for Elmer Ryman.
*Solicitor's License - Robert St. Germain, Sr. and Gerald Dickson - Minnesota
Chiefs of Police Association
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to approve
the solicitor's license for Robert St. Germain, Sr. and Gerald Dickson.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 3, 1982
Administrative Hearing - Dangerous Building at 3202 Kyle Avenue North
Jeff Sweet conducted the administrative hearing regarding the building at 3202
Kyle Avenue North and asked questions from the staff and Gene Volk.
Lloyd Becker - Zoning and Inspection Supervisor - gave a report on the status of
the project and reviewed the requirements which Diamond Construction has to
complete at 3202 Kyle Avenue North before a certificate of occupancy can be
issued.
Gene Volk - Diamond Construction Company - was present and stated that he would
have the interior done by October 1, 1982 and the exterior completed by
September 1, 1982, at which time he would present Mr. Sweet with a letter
confirming this statement and the work yet to be done.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Carl Auerbach - 3230 Kyle Avenue North - He stated he and his neighbors are
pleased with the progress at the site and wished to thank the Council, Building
Department and Engineering Department for their consideration of this matter.
The Mayor closed the hearing.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to continue
the administrative hearing of the dangerous building at 3202 Kyle Avenue North
to September 7, 1982.
*Minutes of Boards and Commissions
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the minutes received as follows:
Board of Zoning Apeals - July 13, 1982
Building Board of Review - July 19, 1982
Planning Commission - July 26, 1982
Open Space and Recreation Commission - July 26, 1982
Human Rights Commission - July 8, 1982
*Call for Public Hearing - Amendment to PUD #1-B - Colonial Acres - 9/7/82
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to call a
public hearing to consider the preliminary design plan for the proposed amendment
to PUD #1-B, Colonial Acres for September 7, 1982.
Public Hearing - First Reading - Rezoning to R-2 - 8179 Medicine Lake Road
MOVED by Mitchell seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to bring on
the table for first reading the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE
(Two -Family (R-2) Residential Zoning District)
8179 Medicine Lake Road
Richard Leonard - Proponent - He was present and answered questions from the
Council.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 3, 1982
Public Hearing - First Reading - Rezoning to R-2 - 8179 Medicine Lake Road -
Continued
Gary Prazak - Planning Commissioner - stated that the Planning Commission
recommended approval of the rezoning to R-2 and answered questions from the
Council.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Charles Wicks - 8139 Medicine Lake Road - He had questions regarding the height
of the building.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
on first reading the ordinance amendment herein quoted by title. Upon a roll
call vote, the vote was as follows:
ANDERSON - YES JOHNSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THORSEN - YES
Public Hearing - First Reading - Conditional Use Permit - 1710 Douglas Drive
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to bring
on the table for first reading the ordinance amendment herein entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE
(Conditional Use Permit for Business and Professional Office Zoning District)
1710 Douglas Drive
Bill Bergquist - Proponent - Jon Benson, John Hanson, Brian Grott - Staff - and
Gwen Thornberg, Alvina Thornberg - Program Graduates - reviewed the project and
program and answered questions from the Council.
Gary Prazak - Planning Commissioner - stated that the Planning Commission
recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit and answered questions from
the Council.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and seeing no
one, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to approve
on first reading the ordinance amendment herein quoted by title, subject to the
following conditions:
1. That the maximum number of outpatient clients not exceed 30 individuals on
premises at any one time.
2. That Renaissance be allotted not less than 13 off-street parking stalls on-site.
3. That Renaissance agree to implement all code requirements and recommendations
of the Building Inspector and the City Fire Marshal relative to life safety,
fire prevention and emergency evacuation of the structure area to be used by
Renaissance.
4. Failure to adhere to any of the above listed conditions shall constitute just
grounds for revocation of the Conditional Use Permit by the City Council.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 3, 1982
Public Hearing - First Reading - Conditional Use Permit - 1710 Douglas Drive -
Continued
Upon a roll call vote, the vote was as follows:
ANDERSON - YES JOHNSON - YES MITCHELL - YES STOCKMAN - YES THORSEN - YES
Public Hearing - First Reading - Miscellaneous Amendments to the City Zoning
Code Resoectinq Conditional Uses
Robert Skare stated that because the notice calling for the public hearing was
not published in the Post, the public hearing should be opened, and a motion
recalling the public hearing should be passed.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and seeing no
one, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to recall
the public hearing to consider amendments to Chapters 6, 7 and 20 of the Zoning
Ordinance for August 17, 1982.
Public Hearing - Industrial Revenue Bond Application - HB Associates
Jeff Sweet stated that because of a postponement in the construction of the
project and changes to the project the size of the bond issue has increased.
Tom O'Connell and Ken Benson - HB Associates - Dick Riley - answered questions
from the Council.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and seeing no
one, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Member Anderson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION 81-56 REGARDING A PROJECT AND ITS FINANCING
UNDER THE MUNICIPAL INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ACT; REFERRING THE AMENDMENT TO
THE COMMISSIONER OF THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
FOR APPROVAL; AND AUTHORIZING PREPARATION OF NECESSARY DOCUMENTS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Mitchell and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Anderson, Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen, and the following
voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and her signature attested by the City
Clerk. See Resolution Book Pages 368-369.
Public Hearing - Second Reading - Amendments to the Dog Control Ordinance
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to bring
on the table for second reading the ordinance amendment entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
(Dog Control)
Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 3, 1982
Public Hearing - Second Reading - Amendments to the Dog Control Ordinance -
Continued
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Wallace Klovstad - 1220 Welcome Avenue - He had questions regarding the complaint
procedure for a barking dog at night in a neighborhood.
The Mayor closed the hearing.
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to approve
on second reading the ordinance amendment herein quoted by title.
Staff was requested to send a letter to Herbert Bedwell informing him of the
action the Council took regarding a dog license fee exemption for guide dogs and
also to send him a copy of the City Attorneys memo regarding seeing eye dogs.
Public Hearing - Second Reading - Ordinance Repealing Non -Profit Exemption for
Amusement Licenses
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to bring
on the table for second reading the ordinance amendment herein entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE
(Licensing of Amusements)
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon. Hearing and seeing no
one, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to approve
on second reading the ordinance amendment herein quoted by title.
Public Hearing - 82 SI 16 - Legend Drive
Lowell Odland presented the project.
The Mayor opened the meeting for public input and persons present to do so were
afforded the opportunity to express their views thereon.
Howard Dahlheimer - 2220 Legend Drive - He had questions regarding deleting a
section of the curb, cost of driveway apron and what landscaping is provided
after the project is complete.
Michael Falink - 2201 Legend Drive - He had questions regarding the possibility of
extending the curb around the side of his yard.
Herbert Dawidoff - 2211 Legend Drive - He had questions regarding payment of
the project.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
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Regular Meeting of the City Council August 3, 1982
Public Hearing - 82 SI 16 - Legend Drive - Continued
Member Johnson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF
CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
82 SI 16
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Anderson and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Anderson, Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen, and the following
voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and her signature attested by the Deputy
City Clerk. See Resolution Book Page 370.
Member Stockman introduced and read the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND ORDERING MANNER OF CONSTRUCTION
82 SI 16
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was
seconded
by Member
Mitchell and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in
favor
thereof: Anderson, Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen,
and the
following
voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was
declared
duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and her signature attested
City Clerk. See Resolution Book Pages 371-372.
by
the Deputy
Waiver of Public Hearing - 82 LF 2 - Medicine Lake Road
Lowell Odland presented the project.
Member Mitchell introduced and read the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION WAIVING THE PUBLIC HEARING
PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATUTES 429.031, SUBD. 3
AND ORDERING CONSTRUCTION
OF CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
82LF2
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Johnson and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Anderson, Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen, and the following
voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and her signature attested by the Deputy
City Clerk. See Resolution Book Pages 373-374.
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously that the
assessment for 200 feet of frontage be set at $15.00 per front foot.
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Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 3, 1982
Petition from Margaret Sandberg Regarding I-394 Barrier Wall
Jeff Sweet informed the Council that Steve Schumacher, 433 Ottawa Avenue South,
had called and stated he was in favor of removal of the barrier wall, and that
he has not had any communication from John Curran, 409 Ottawa Avenue South or
Robert Dorff, 551 Ottawa Avenue South.
Margaret Sandberg - Petitioner - was present to answer questions from the Council.
Member Johnson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION REQUESTING REMOVAL OF A PORTION OF I-394 NOISE BARRIER WALL
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Stockman and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Anderson, Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen, and the following
voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and her signature attested by the Deputy
City Clerk. See Resolution Book Page 375.
Staff was requested to send a letter to the property owners who had not responded
to the petition informing them of the Council action approving removal of the
barrier wall.
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the petition from Margaret Sandberg, dated July 26, 1982, regarding
I-394 barrier wall.
Letter from Mr. and Mrs. Paul Klvm Reqardinq I-394 Barrier Wall
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the letter from Mr. and Mrs. Paul Klym, received July 19, 1982, regarding
I-394 barrier wall.
Letter from Alice Yost Reqardinq I-394 Barrier Wall
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to receive and
file the letter from Alice Yost, dated July 22, 1982, regarding I-394 barrier wall.
*Letter from Jim Luaient Oldsmobile Reqardinq Tent Sale
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to grant
permission to Jim Lupient Oldsmobile to put up a 75' x 30' tent for a sales
promotion from August 18, 1982 to September 6, 1982 from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM,
Monday through Friday and from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday.
Letter from Bruce Poulsen, Prudential Regarding I-394 Access
Jeff Sweet reviewed that in June the Council received a letter from Donald Wiese,
indicating his request and support for extension of the southerly frontage road.
The Council decided it would not consider the request until it received a letter
from Prudential indicating their plans and traffic projections from MnDOT.
Jeff Sweet suggested that Donald Wiese and MnDOT be informed that the Council
will consider the matter of the frontage road at its August 17 Council meeting,
and request that MnDOT furnish the City with traffic projections.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 3, 1982
Letter from Bruce Poulsen, Prudential Regarding I-394 Access - Continued
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the letter from Bruce Poulsen' Prudential, dated July 23, 1982, regarding
I-394 access and ask staff to notify the South Tyrol Association and the Kennedy
South Tyrol Association that we will be considering the matter at the August 17
Council meeting.
Staff was requested to provide maps showing the two alternative configurations
suggested for the frontage road.
Letter from Boyd Stofer, United Properties Regarding Realignment of I-394
Frontage Road
Jeff Sweet informed the Council that the staff and MnDOT have reviewed the
changes and recommend approval.
Boyd Stofer - United Properties - was present to review the realingment and
answer questions from the Council.
Member Johnson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION REQUESTING CHANGES IN I-394 FRONTAGE ROADS
The motion for the
adoption of the foregoing resolution was
seconded
by Member
Stockman and upon a
vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in
favor
thereof: Anderson,
voted against the same:
Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen,
none, whereupon said resolution was
and the
declared
following
duly
passed and adopted,
signed by the Mayor and her signature attested
by
the Deputy
City Clerk. See Resolution
Book Pages 376-377.
Response to I-394 Local Concerns
Refer to letters from Bruce Poulsen, Prudential and Boyd Stofer, United Properties
above.
Authorization to Sign Estoppel Certificate for Calvary Community Services (CCS)
Closing
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and Manager to sign the necessary documents with Calvary Community
Services regarding the Estoppel Certificate.
*Report on TH 55 Access Closure at Valley Wood Circle
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to receive
the MnDOT memo on the striping and signing the entrance to Valley Wood and the
South Frontage Road.
*Appointment of Election Judqes for the Primary Election
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to approve
the election judges for the city election as recommended by the Director of
Administrative Services.
Regular Meeting of the City Council
August 3, 1982
*Resolution for Approval of Layout of Plans for TH 55 from 0.5 Miles West of
TH 100 to TH 100
Member Johnson introduced and read the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING LAYOUT OF PLANS FOR TRUNK HIGHWAY NO. 55
FROM 0.5 MILES WEST OF TH 100 TO TH 100
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member
Mitchell and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Anderson, Johnson, Mitchell, Stockman and Thorsen, and the following
voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and her signature attested by the Deputy
City Clerk. See Resolution Book Page 378.
*Authorization to Siqn Amended PUD Permit for PUD #28 - Pondwood Office Park
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and Manager to sign the amended use permit for PUD #28.
*Temporay Construction Easement for PUD #30-B - Medley Park Townhouses
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the Mayor and Manager to sign the temporary construction easement to allow
encroachment during construction of the Medley Park Townhouses Project into
Medley Park, the City park located adjacent to the project on the east.
*Set Date for Public Hearing - 1983 Budget - 9/28/82
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to set
the public hearing to consider the 1983 budget for September 28, 1982, at 7:00
PM in the Council Chambers.
Set Date for Public Hearing - Valley Square Redevelopment Plan
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to set
the public hearing to consider the amendments to the Valley Square Redevelopment
Plan for September 30, 1982, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers.
Civic Center - Heating and Air Conditioning System - Bids
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Johnson and motion carried unanimously to defer
action on awarding the bids until the August 17 Council meeting so that staff
can review the bids.
*Quotations - Maintenance Shop Garage Doors
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to authorize
replacement of the overhead doors on the Maintenance Shop with insulated doors
from the lowest responsible bidder, Twin City Garage Door Company in the amount
of $6,400.00, funding to come from the Building Fund as approved in the Capital
Long Range Improvement Program. The quotes were as follows:
Twin City Garage Door $6,400.00
Overhead Door Company of Minneapolis/St. Paul 6,754.00
Regular Meeting of the City Council
*Quotations - Printing of Fall/Winter Brochures
August 3, 1982
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to authorize
the printing of the fall/winter brochure from the lowest responsible bidder, A. S.
Industries in the amount of $2,495.00. The quotes were as follows:
A. S. Industries $2,495.00
Post Publications 2,653.00
Universal Marking Systems 2,884.00
*Bids - Park Tractor
MOVED by Johnson, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to purchase
tractor, cab and mower from the lowest responsible bidder, Valley Equipment Co.
in the amount of $13,626.00, funding to come from the Capital Long Range Improvement
Program. The quotes were as follows:
Tractor, Cab
& Mower Trade In Net
Valley Equipment Co. $22,440. $$1� $13 26.00
Long Lake Road (alternate) $18,248.00 3,800.00 14,448.00
June Budget Report
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to receive
and file the budget report for June, 1982.
Budget Adjustments
MOVED by Anderson, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to approve
the budget adjustments as suggested by the Director of Administrative Services.
Municipal Court - Program 130 $80,950: $28,000 from Increased Fine Revenue
$52,950 from General Contingency
Council - Program 001 - $5,000 from General Contingency
Building Board of Review - Program 052 - $3,000 from General Contingency
Joint Dispatching - Program 303 - $10,570 from Salary Contingency
Various Programs - Heating Fuel
Program 180 - $4,000
Program 459 - 1,502
Program 622 - 702
Total $T, -20T from General Contingency
Program 750 - $1,325 from Utility Fund Balance
The Council will discuss Municipal Court costs at its August Council/Manager
meeting.
Ground Breaking for Bassett Creek Project
Jeff Sweet invited the Council to the ground breaking for the Bassett Creek
Project which will be held on August 16, 1982 at 9:00 AM at Regent Avenue.
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Announcements of Meetings
August 3, 1982
Council Members Mitchell and Stockman will meet on August 10, 1982 at 3:30 PM in
the Manager's Conference Room with Jeff Sweet regarding the Human Rights Commission.
Council Member Stockman and Mayor Thorsen will meet with the Brookview Study
Committee on August 5, 1982 at 4:30 PM at Brookview.
Council Member Anderson and Mayor Thorsen will attend the Metropolitan Council
Meeting on August 9, 1982 at Macalester College.
Discussion of Conferences and Schools Available to City Council
The Council discussed upcoming conferences and schools available for attendance
by Council Members.
MOVED by Stockman, seconded by Mitchell and motion carried unanimously to approve
the attendance of Council Members Anderson and Johnson at the National League of
Cities Meeting this fall.
Rotary Meeting
The Council Members discussed the upcoming Golden Valley Rotary Club meeting to
be held August 17, 1982.
Adjournment
MOVED by Mitchell, seconded by Stockman and motion carried unanimously to adjourn
the meeting at 9:10 PM.
ATTEST:
J y Nal Deputy C' y Clerk
Rosemary Thor en, Mayor