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REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 24, 1955
A regular meeting was called to order by Mayor R. C. Fernstrom at 8:18 P. M.
The following Council Members were present at roll call:
Councilman H. J. Bolmgren
Councilman H. C. Davis
Councilman Torval Jorvig
Councilman C. R. Middleton
Councilman H. W. Perkins
Mayor R. C. Fernstrom
Also present were City Manager, Tom Chenoweth, City Attorney, E. T. Montgomery,
and City Clerk (Secretary), Joseph Justad.
"-Budget for Recreation
Ed. Owens of the Recreation Planning Commission appeared before the Council
to discuss the increase asked for in the Recreation budget for 1956, stating that
the increase being the need to increase their program. Councilman Davis asked
about the $300.00 in the budget for transportation. Mr. Owens said that this item
is for use of Supervisors' cars to check on the program. Councilman Davis asked
about the "six or more" for Day Camp. Mr. Owens said this is to take care of a
split program for Day Camp. Councilman Davis,what the idea (use) of Day Camp?
Mr. Owens said it is the climax of the summer program.
Councilman Davis asked how many days does a child attend Day Camp. Mr. Owens
said up to ten days. We have been using two to three leaders at each Playground,
and we are to have more playgrounds in 1956. Councilman Davis asked if the program
is divided into age groups. Mr. Owens said no, activities usually take care of
that. Councilman Davis asked "how do you count?" Mr. Owens said we register,
and we count noses. Approximately 3,400 names, and- 40.,000 moses. Mr. Davis asked
what activity do you sponsor at the High School Field. Mr. Owens said Baseball,
senior league (ages 17 yo 80). The lights are on the School Board meter. They
are going to bill us. Councilman Davis asked how the school and city split is
figures. Mr. Owens said he was not sure, but it is what they havA been paying,
I guess. Councilman Davis asked if it would be possible in working out the 1957
budget that a copy of same be given to the Council so that the-School Board and
City Council can thrash out the split. Mr. Owens said they would be pleased to
do this.
Mayor Fernstrom explained how the split started. In the beginning the
School Board could not give cash, but it is now legal for them to contribute. He
explained that the Commission was not to purchase lights for hockey rinks, but
the Park Board should be responsible for constructing same, as Recreation does not
make capital outlay. He further explained that the Council was giving $27,500 to
Recreation and adding $500.00 to the Park budget, towards putting in hockey rink
lights. Mr. Owens said that is fine and that he would like a meeting with the
Council to discuss the Recreation Commission and Park Board setup as to maintenance
and use of facilities at a future date, to be set later.
Re: Lots 1, 2, 3, Block 1, Eliot View — Victor Formo
Victor Formo brought in a sketch of Lots 1, 2, 3, Block 1, Eliot View Addition,
showing where new Cedar Lake Road will be, and where two houses could be built on
the remainder of the three lots. Said his idea of the value of the property he is
to give up would be $3,500.00 plus cost of filling up the front of the lots to
within 2 feet of the present Cedar Lake Road.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Perkins, the above
matter was, referred to the Committee of the Wh6le with the suggestion that the
Council Members take a look at the property, by unanimous vote of all Members of
the Council present.
Final Payment, Penalty in Contracts, Etc. (Keys Well Drilling Co.)
City Engineer, Phil W. Smith spoke regarding the final payment to Keys Well
Drilling Company for drilling Well No. 10, in the amount of $4,099.00. Also the
penalties provided in contracts, etc. was discussed. It was suggested that the
City Manager, City Attorney, and City Engineer confer on this matter and bring in
a recommendation.
New Grade on Quentin, South of Highway No, 7
City Engineer, Phil W. Smith explained the new grade set on Quentin Avenue
south of Highway No. 7. It was suggested that a form of release be typed on the
profile, and that Mr. Porter and Mr. Renner sign same and then have copies made for
all interested persons.
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Plat of Cedar Knoll Manor Fourth Addition
On motion of Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the Plat
of Cedar Knoll Manor Fourth Addition presented by Ecklund & Swedlund Construction
Company was approved, and the City Clerk was authorized to sign certificate for
same, subject to approval of performance bond by the City attorney, as well as
agreement for grading streets, surfacing and water main installation, and approval
of title, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present..
Request for Name Change and Transfer to New Address of Off-Sale Liquor License
The Secretary presented the request of Giller Drug Company, Inc., 4008
Minnetonka Boulevard for permission to transfer their off-sale liquor license to
their new building at 4110 Minnetonka Boulevard, and to change the name to Giller
Liquors, Inc, effective October_25, 1955• He explained that the new location would
be for liquor only. The Drug Store will remain at 4008 Minnetonka Boulevard.
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the
request of Giller Drug Company, Inc. to transfer their 1955 off-sale intoxicating
liquor license from 4008 Minnetonka Boulevard to 4110 Minnetonka Boulevard, and
to change the name from Giller Drug Company, Inc. to Giller-Liquors, Inc., effective
October 25, 1955 was approved subject to approval of the State Liquor Control Com-
missioner, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Bond and Insurance Policy
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the following
bond and insurance policy.were approved by the City Attorney and accepted by the
City Council, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
CONTRACTORS BOND $708.75
Victor Carlson & Sons, Inc., Contractor
American Automobile Insurance Company, surety
Signed October 20, 1955 - covering contract for
sidewalk construction, Improvement No. 55-100.
TAXICAB INSURANCE POLICY N0. 76560
St. Louis Park Radio Cab Company, Incorporated, Insured
Public National Insurance Company, Insuror
Dated October 17, 1955, Effective from October 15, 1955
to October 15, 1956, covering fleet of seven taxicabs.
Resolution No. 171
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman A'Liddleton, Resolution
No. 171, granting permit to Le Roy Sign Company to erect an advertising sign at
5515 Excelsior Boulevard for Meal-in-bun Drive-in (Coca Cola Sign), under, Section
10.3 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of St. Louis Park, having been read by
the Secretary, was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Resolution No. 171 in Book 1 of Resolutions.
Petitions
The following petitions were received by the City Clerk and referred to the
City Engineer and Assessment Clerk for checking and recommendation ---
P-1623 Water Main To serve Lots 6, 7, and 8, and Lots .36 and 37 in
Westridge, and Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, in Parkwoods
Tract, Lake Forest Addition
P-1624 Sanitary Sewer In Oregon Avenue from 18th Street to Franklin '
Avenue.
_Sanitary Sewer for William Terry Construction Co.
On motion of Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Davis, the City Manager
was authorized to approve execution of sewer contract requested by Wm. Terry Cons-
truction Company with any responsiblei,contn.who will furnish an acceptable public
contractors bond, for construction of sanitary sewer to serve 3825 Edgewood Avenue,
by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Building Inspector's Weekly Report
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Davis, the Building
Inspector's report for week ending October 21, 1955, showing that 17 building permits
were issued, totaling $70,030.00, was read and ordered filed, by unanimous vote of
all Members of the Council present.
Report of Rural Hennepin County Public Nursing Committee
On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Perkins, the report
of Rural Hennepin County Public Health Nursing Committee for September, 1955, having
been read by the Secretary, was ordered placed on file, by unanimous vote of all
Membdrs of the Council present.
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Ordinance No. 508
Second reading of Ordinance No. 508, entitled AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK was made by the Secretary. (adding
Section 10.6 - all applications for permit required by the respective subdivisions
of section 10 shall be referred to the Planning Commission, etc.)
On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Perkins, Ordinance
No. 508 was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Ordinance No. 508 in Book 3 of Ordinances.
Application for Permit to Erect Sign - Naegele
On motion of Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the application
of Naegele Advertising Company, dated September 14, 1955 for permit to erect an
advertising sign at 6015 Highway No. 7 was referred to the Planning Commission for
checking and recommendation, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Letter" Re: New Gas Rates,- Effective November 1, 1955
Letter from Minneapolis Gas Company, dated October 14, 1955s informing the
City Council of a new increase of 60¢ per customer in suburban areas.,, effective
November 1, 1955, was read.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the above
letter was ordered placed on file, and the City Attorney was directed to see if
something can be done regarding proposed increase, by unanimous vote of all Members
of the Council present.
Letter from Fire Chief Re: Fire Prevention Week
Letter from Fire Chief, C. M. Williams, dated October 24, 1955, thanking
City Council for their cooperation given during Fire Prevention Week, was read and
ordered filed.
Partial Payments on Contract Work
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Davis, the following
partial payments on contract work in progress, presented by the City Engineer were
approved, and the City Manager, City Clerk and City Treasurer were authorized to
issue warrants covering same, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present:
PARTIAL PAYMENT NO. 1 $69,660.47
SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEI4ENTS 55-50, 53, 54
Contractor, Peter Lametti Construction Company
Contract Date, August 1, 1955
Contract Price, $69,150.81.
FINAL PAYMENT $64,099.33
WELL NO. 10
Contractor, Keys Well Drilling Company
Contract Date, June 6, 1955
Contract Price, $18,410.00.
Ronald M. Finch Award
Councilman Bolmgren read the following to the Council:
NORTH CENTRAL SECTION
AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION
Confers the
RONALD M. FINCH AWARD
Upon
IRA M. VRAALSTAD for
Fine work as a Member of the Water Works School Committee, Excellent Papers
presented at the American Water Works Association Section meetings, Diligent efforts
in behalf of the North- Central Section of the American Water Works Association, and
Fine Work in carrying on the activities of his local Water Works System during 1955•
s/s/ Leonard N. Thompson, Sec. - Treas. Howard J. Sowden, Chairman
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Davis, the Clerk was
instructed to write a letter of commendation to Water Superintendent, Ira M.
Vraalstad on his receiving the Ronald M. Finch award for 1955 and to express their
congratulations, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
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Destruction of Old Welfare Case Records Authorized �+
City Attorney, E. T. Montgomery presented the matter of destroying welfare
case records upon which there has been no activity during the past ten years,
stating that Welfare Director, Mrs. Gertrude Renner had approached him in this
matter, and that there is no legal reason why this should not be done. Letter
from Mrs. Renner, dated October 17, 1955 to the City Council requesting permission
to destroy said records was read.
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Davis, Mrs.
Gertrude Renner, Director, Department of Public Welfare, City of St. Louis Park
was authorized to destroy by burning, all relief case records upon which there
has been no activity during the past ten, years, by unanimous vote of all Members
of the Council present.
Ordinance for Window Peeping, Trespassing, Etc.
The Council asked City Attorney, Edmund T. Montgomery to prepare an ordinance
covering window peeping, trespassing, concealed weapons, stick knives, etc. The
City Manager said he would get a list from the Police Department and any others he
may discover.
Re: Land for Babe Ruth League
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the question
of legal right of the City to lease to the Babe Ruth Baseball League, the use of
Block 5, Westmoreland Park was referred to the City Attorney for an opinion and to
obtain a ruling from the Commissioner of Taxation as to use of tract as tax—forfeited
land acquired by the City for Park purposes, by unanimous vote of all Members of the
Council present.
Verified Claims
On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the lists
of verified claims prepared by the City Clerk and presented to the Council, dated
October 24, 1955 in the total amounts of $12,288.55 for payroll, and $$21,330.85 for
vendors, were approved, and the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were
authorized to issue check covering same, by the following roll call vote:
Councilman Bolmgren, yea
Councilman Davis, yea
Councilman Jorvig, yea
Councilman Middleton, yea
Councilman Perkins, yea
Mayor Fernstrom, yea.
Minutes
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the minutes
of meeting held October 17, 1955 were approved, by unanimous vote of all Members
of the Council present.
lKeeting Adjourned
On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the meeting
was adjourned at 10:/ 0 P. M., by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
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RUSSELL C. FERINSTROM, Mayor
ATTEST:
J09MPZTAD, Secretary