2021-10-19 City Council Minutes
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
City Council meetings are being conducted in a hybrid format with in -person and remote options
for attending, participating, and commenting. The public can make statements in this meeting
during public comment sections, including the public forum beginning at 6:20 pm.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Harris called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
A. Pledge of Allegiance Led by Royal Olmo
B. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Shep Harris, Council Members Larry Fonnest, Maurice Harris, and
Gillian Rosenquist
Absent: Kimberly Sanberg
Staff present: City Manager Cruikshank, City Attorney Cisneros, Finance Director Virnig,
Physical Development Director Nevinski, Planning Manager Zimmerman,
Environmental Specialist Chirpich, and City Clerk Schyma
C. Presentation – Hennepin County Sheriff Hutchinson
Sheriff Hutchinson presented an update on the activities of the Hennepin County Sheriff’s
Office.
D. Presentation – Golden Valley Historical Society
Mayor Harris introduced Kenneth Huber of the Golden Valley Historical Society who presented
an update of events, activities, and accomplishments.
E. Proclamation Recognizing Golden Valley Lutheran Church for 75 Years of Service
Mayor Harris provided a summary of the proclamation and stated that Council Member/Mayor
Pro Tem Sanberg will deliver the proclamation to the church at a celebration event on October
24.
Motion by Fonnest, Second by M. Harris to approve a Proclamation Recognizing Golden Valley
Lutheran Church for 75 Years of Service.
Motion carried 4-0.
October 19, 2021 – 6:30 pm
Council Chambers
Hybrid Meeting
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F. Proclamation Recognizing October 24 as World Polio Day
Mayor Harris discussed the proclamation and the efforts of Rotary International.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by Fonnest to approve a Proclamation Recognizing October 24
as World Polio Day.
Motion carried 4-0.
G. Proclamation Recognizing Community Planning Month
Jason Zimmerman discussed Community Planning Month and the activities of the Planning
Commission.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by M. Harris to approve a Proclamation Recognizing Community
Planning Month.
Motion carried 4-0.
2. Additions and Corrections to Agenda
Item # 3C1 - Appointments to PEACE Commission was removed from the agenda.
Motion by Fonnest, Second by Rosenquist to approve the meeting agenda as amended.
Motion carried 4-0.
3. Consent Agenda
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by M. Harris to approve the Consent Agenda as revised:
removal of Items #3D1 - Approve Agreements for a Replacement Play Structure and
Installation at South Tyrol Park; #3D5 - Approve Agreement for Residential Curbside Recycling
and Organics Collection Services with Allied Waste Services of North America, LLC d/b/a Allied
Waste/ Republic Services of the Twin Cities; and #3E - Receive and File Downtown Study
Framework Plan.
Motion carried 4-0.
A. Approval of Minutes
1. Special City Council Meeting (Interviews) – October 12, 2021
B. Approval of City Check Register
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C. Boards, Commissions, and Task Forces:
1. Appointments to PEACE Commission
D. Bids, Quotes, and Contracts:
1. Approve Agreements for a Replacement Play Structure and Installation at South
Tyrol Park
2. Approve Waiving the Public Hearing and Ordering Certification of Special
Assessments for the Dahlberg Drive Development Agreement, Resolution No. 21-80
3. Approve Waiving the Public Hearing and Ordering Certification of Special
Assessments on Sanitary Sewer Repairs that involve 2021 City Street Improvements,
Resolution No. 21-81
4. Approve Waiving the Public Hearing and Order Certification of Special Assessments
for the 2021 Driveway Replacements, Resolution No. 21-82
5. Approve Agreement for Residential Curbside Recycling and Organics Collection
Services with Allied Waste Services of North America, LLC d/b/a Allied Waste/
Republic Services of the Twin Cities
E. Receive and File Downtown Study Framework Plan
F. Adopt Resolution No. 21-83, Approval of Plat – Academy of Whole Learning Addition,
8810 10th Avenue North
G. Adopt Resolution No. 21-84 to Update the Proposed 2022-2031 Capital Improvement
Program to Add the Douglas Drive and Highway 55 Pedestrian Underpass Project
H. Receive and File Previous Quarter's Financial Reports
3. Items Removed From the Consent Agenda:
3D1. Approve Agreements for a Replacement Play Structure and Installation at South Tyrol
Park
Mayor Harris stated he was abstaining from the discussion and voting for this item due to a
potential conflict of interest.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by M. Harris to authorize City Manager to sign purchase
agreements for the replacement play structure and installation at South Tyrol Park.
Motion carried 3-0. (S. Harris abstained)
3D5. Approve Agreement for Residential Curbside Recycling and Organics Collection
Services with Allied Waste Services of North America, LLC d/b/a Allied Waste/
Republic Services of the Twin Cities
Environmental Specialist Drew Chirpich discussed the agreement and organics collection.
The Council thanked staff for their hard work in leading recycling efforts in the community.
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Motion by Fonnest, Second by Rosenquist approve agreement in the form approved by the City
Attorney with Allied Waste Services of North America, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company
d/b/a Allied Waste Services of the Twin Cities —Eden Prairie // Republic Services of the Twin Cities
- Eden Prairie to provide residential curbside recycling and organics collection services.
Motion carried 4-0.
3E. Receive and File Downtown Study Framework Plan
Planning Manager Zimmerman introduced Jeff Miller, Hoisington Koegler Group, Inc., who
presented the plan.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by M. Harris to receive and file the Downtown Study Framework
Plan.
Motion carried 4-0.
4. Public Hearing
A. Public Hearing – Certifying Special Assessments, 2021 Development Agreement
Finance Director Sue Virnig presented the report.
Mayor Harris opened the public hearing. As there were no comments, the public hearing
was closed.
No further action was required for this item.
5. Old Business
6. New Business
All Ordinances listed under this heading are eligible for public input.
A. First Reading of Ordinance No. 721, Modifying City Code Section 22: Solid Waste,
Regarding the Location of Containers in Residential Zoning Districts
Environmental Specialist Drew Chirpich presented the staff report and was available for
questions of the Council.
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Fonnest to adopt first consideration of Ordinance No.
721 amending the text of Section 22: Location of Containers – Residential Zoning District.
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Motion carried 4-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris,
Rosenquist. Opposed: N/A)
B. First Reading of Ordinance No. 722, Establishing a 2022 Master Fee Schedule
Finance Director Sue Virnig presented the report and proposed fee schedule.
Motion by Fonnest, Second by M. Harris to adopt on First Consideration, Ordinance No.
722, Establishing A 2022 Master Fee Schedule.
Motion carried 4-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: Fonnest, M. Harris, S. Harris,
Rosenquist. Opposed: N/A)
C. Review of Council Calendar
Mayor Harris reviewed upcoming city meetings, events, and holiday closures.
D. Mayor and Council Communications
1. Other Committee/Meeting updates
Council Member Fonnest discussed the work of the Home Energy Squad.
7. Adjournment
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by M. Harris to adjourn the meeting at 8:33 pm.
Motion carried 4-0.
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Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Theresa J. Schyma, City Clerk
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