2022-02-02 Regular Meeting
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 6:37 pm.
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Shep Harris, Council Members Maurice Harris, Denise La Mere-
Anderson, Gillian Rosenquist, and Kimberly Sanberg
Staff present: City Manager Cruikshank, Planning Manager Zimmerman, City Attorney
Cisneros, and City Clerk Schyma
C. Annual Discover St. Louis Park Presentation
Mayor Harris introduced Becky Bakken, President and CEO of Discover St. Louis Park, who
presented a year-end update to the Council.
D. Robbinsdale School District Update with Superintendent Engstrom
Mayor Harris introduced Robbinsdale School District Superintendent David Engstrom ,
who discussed the district's priorities.
2. Additions and Corrections to Agenda
Commissioner Rosenquist stated that due to technical difficulties where pages appeared
blank in the packet, Item #3A is being removed from the agenda to be considered at the
next regular meeting.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by La Mere-Anderson to approve the agenda as amended.
Motion carried 5-0.
3. Consent Agenda
February 2, 2022 – 6:30 pm
Council Chambers
Hybrid Meeting
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Motion by M. Harris, Second by Sanberg to approve the Consent Agenda as revised:
removal of Item #3C2 - Accept Resignation from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Commission.
Motion carried 5-0.
A. Approval of City Council Minutes – Regular Meetings of 2021 – October 19,
November 3, and 16, December 7 and 21 (Removed from agenda)
B. Approval of Check Register
C. Board, Commission and Task Forces:
1. Approve Updated Planning Commission Bylaws to Revise Meeting Start Time
2. Accept Resignation from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission
D. Bids, Quotes, and Contracts:
1. Authorize 2022 Native Vegetation Maintenance Agreement Extension with
Minnesota Native Landscapes for Restoration Project No. 22-13
2. Authorize Amended Agreement with St. Louis Park for Purchase, Operation,
and Maintenance of an Emergency Command Center Vehicle
3. Approve Purchase of a Fire Utility Vehicle from Tenvoorde Ford
4. Approve Purchase and Trade-In of a Sidewalk Machine from MacQueen
Equipment
5. Approve Annual Bobcat Trade-Out – Purchases and Trade-Ins with Tri-State
Bobcat
E. Grants and Donations
1. Approve Resolution No. 22-013 Supporting Homes Within Reach Application
for the 2022 HOME Investment Partnership Program
F. Approve 2022 Federal Legislative Priorities
G. Approve Engagement Letter and Addendum with MMKR for Auditing Services for
Fiscal Year 2021
H. Receive and File City of Golden Valley’s 2022 Pyramid of Success
3. Items Removed From the Consent Agenda:
3C2. Accept Resignation from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission
Council Member Rosenquist thanked the Mr. Kim for his service to the community.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by M. Harris to accept the resignation of Jonathan Kim from the
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission.
Motion carried 5-0.
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4. Public Hearing
A. Public Hearings – Artessa Senior Cooperative, 7001 Golden Valley Road
1. Future Land Use Map Amendment, Resolution No. 22 -006
2. Zoning Map Amendment, Ordinance No. 731, Resolution No. 22 -014
3. Approval of Preliminary Plat for Subdivision
Planning Manager Jason Zimmerman presented the staff reports.
Ben Landhauser, Vice President of Artessa Development, LLC, gave a
presentation about the project.
Mayor Harris opened the combined public hearings.
Steve Bennett, 540 Varner Circle, stated opposition to the project.
Suzanne Forward, 6745 Country Club Drive, stated opposition to the project.
Tara Bannow, 6809 Country Club Drive, stated opposition to the project.
Heidi McCallister, 7215 Glenwood Ave, stated opposition to the project.
Corey Hardy, 521 Varner Circle North, stated opposition to the project.
Mayor Harris closed the combined public hearings.
Council Member Sanberg stated the Council does hear the concerns of the
neighborhood but believes their concerns have been addressed with the
updated proposal. The Council needs to consider the impact of the projects like
this on specific neighborhoods versus how they fit more broadly with the overall
vision of the City and the need for mixed-income housing.
Council Member Rosenquist concurred with Council Member Sanberg.
Mayor Harris stated the Council respects the comments from the neighborhood
and although there might be disagreement, it does not mean that voices were
not heard. He believes this development is necessary and a benefit to the
community.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by Sanberg to Adopt Resolution No. 22-006,
Amendment to the Future Land Use Map Designating a Portion of the Property
at 7001 Golden Valley Road as High Density Residential and to authorize staff to
forward the request to the Metropolitan Council for review.
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This motion requires a two-thirds vote of members for approval.
Motion carried 4-1. (In Favor: S. Harris, La Mere-Anderson, Rosenquist,
Sanberg. Opposed: M. Harris)
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by Sanberg to table the adoption of Ordinance
No. 731 Amending the Zoning Map and Rezoning the Southeast Corner of 7001
Golden Valley Road from Institutional – Parks and Natural Areas (I-P) to High
Density Residential (R-4) until the change in land use has been reviewed by the
Metropolitan Council.
Motion carried 5-0.
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by Sanberg to table the consideration of the
Preliminary Plat for Subdivision for Artessa Senior Cooperative located on a
Portion of 7001 Golden Valley Road until the change in land use has been
reviewed by the Metropolitan Council.
Motion carried 5-0.
B. Public Hearing Regarding Amendments to the Zoning Map Rezoning Properties
to Achieve Conformance with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, Ordinance No. 732
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City Planner Jason Zimmerman presented the staff report.
Mayor opened the public hearing.
Ruth Paradise, 8515 Duluth Street, stated she is not opposed to the ordinance. She
would like to see more opportunities for people who work in Golden Valley to be able to
afford to live in Golden Valley.
Mayor closed the public hearing
Motion by M. Harris, Second by Rosenquist to Adopt Ordinance No. 732, Rezoning
Certain Properties along Lewis Road and the Post Office to Achieve Conformance with
the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
Motion carried 5-0 with unanimous approval. (In Favor: M. Harris, S. Harris, La Mere-
Anderson, Rosenquist, Sanberg. Opposed: N/A)
Old Business
6. New Business
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A. COVID-19 Update From City Staff
City Attorney Cisneros provided an update and stated that a resolution will be prepared
for consideration at the next meeting to end the local emergency and mask mandate with
an end date to be decided by Council.
B. Review of Council Calendar
Mayor Harris reviewed upcoming city meetings, events, and holiday closures.
C. Mayor and Council Communications
1. Other Committee/Meeting updates
7. Adjournment
Motion by Rosenquist, Second by M. Harris to adjourn the meeting at 9:33 pm.
Motion carried 5-0.
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Shepard M. Harris, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Theresa J. Schyma, City Clerk
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