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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1955/07/05 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular 298 July 5, 1955 REGULAR MEETING JULY 5. 1955 A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor R. Co Fernstrom at 8:15 P. M. The following Council Members were present at roll call: Councilman H. J. Bolmgren Councilman H. C." Davis Councilman C. L.' Hurd Councilman Torval Jorvig Councilman C. R.' Middleton Councilman H. W.' Perkins Mayor R. C. Fernstrom Also present were City Manager Tom E.' Chenoweth, City Attorney,'Edmund T. Montgomery, and City Clerk (Secretary), Joseph Justad. Ordinance No. 492 Second reading of the following ordinance was waived by unanimous consent of all Members of the Council present. On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Davis, the following ordinance was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present: ORDINANCE NO. 492 AN ORDINANCE VACATING_ ALLEYS THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK ORDAINS: Section 1. It is hereby determined that petitions in writing signed by a majority of the pwners of property abutting each of the alleys hereinafter described, have been duly filed with the City Clerk requesting vacation of said alleys, and the City Clerk has furnished a copy of each of said petitions to the City Manager and reported the same to the City Council, and the said, City Clerk has published notice of hearing of said petitions in the St. Louis Park Dispatch June 162 1955, as directed by the Council, and that the City Council has met at the time and place specified in said notices and conducted a public hearing on said petitions and has determined that it is for the best interests of the public that said alleys be vacated as petitioned. Section 2. The following described alley, as now dedicated and laid out within the corporate limits of the City of St. Louis Park, be hereby vacated: Alley adjacent to the south 10 feet of Lot 11 and the north 30 feet of Lot 12, Block 1, American Security Investment Company's Terrace Park Addition, all according to the plat of said American Security Investment Company's Terrace Park Addition on file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds of Henne— pin County. Section 3. The following described alley, as now dedicated and laid out within the corporate limits of the City of St. Louis Park, be hereby vacated: Alley in Mock 301, Rearrangement of St. Louis Park, adjacent to Lots 13 thru 36, all according to the plat of said Rearrangement of St. Louis Park on file and of record in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Hennepin County. Resolution No. 102 On motion of Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Hurd, the reading of Resolution No. 102, ordering condemnation proceedings in preparation for OPENING AND EXTENSION OF CAMBRIDGE STREET FROM WOODDALE AVENUE TO WESTMORELAND AVENUE, having been waived, was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. (Resolution No. 102 on file in Resolution Book No. Bonds On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the following bonds which have been approved by City Attorney, Edmund T. Montgomery, were accepted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present: July 5, 1955 Bonds, Continued CONTRACTORS BOND $18,553.00 Layne-Minnesota Company, principal United Pacific Insurance Company, surety Dated, June 28, 1955 Covering construction of Well #9. CONTRACTORS BOND $27,665.30 Phelps-Drake Company, Incorporated, principal Fire Association of Philadelphia, surety Dated, June 13, 1955 Covering construction of Sanitary Sewer Improvements 55-15, 55-16 and 55-18, St. Louis Park, Minnesota. CONTRACTORS BOND $18,410.00 Keys Well Drilling Company, principal Seaboard Surety Company, surety Dated, June 27, 1955 Covering construction of Well #10. Resolution No.. 103 On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, Resolution No. 103, having been read by the Secretary, SETTING HEARING FOR CONSTRUCTION OF PROPOSED SANITARY SEWER FOR WEST 36th STREET FROM WOODDALE AVENUE TO WEBSTER AVENUE; WEBSTER AVENUE FROM WEST 36th STREET TO ST. LOUIS AVENUE; ST. LOUIS AVENUE FROM WEBSTER AVENUE TO YOSEMITE AVENUE, for July 18, 1955, was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. (Resolution No. 103 in Book 1, of Resolu- tions). Application for Permits to Erect Five Signs - General Outdoor. Action on application of General Outdoor Advertising Company for permits to erect five advertising signs on roof of the Texa-Tonka Shopping Center, 8000 Minnetonka Boulevard was deferred from meeting of June 27th, 1955 to this meeting. Petition, signed by Kenneth A. Richard, 2918 Texa-Tonka Avenue and others opposing the erection of above mentioned signs was read. _ . Burton H. Skuza, 2974 Virginia Avenue appeared. Stated that he feels that these signs will depreciate the value of homes in the area, and that it is the opinion of folks in the area that the lights would be objectionable; also that proposed signs would not be good to look at from their homes. The present signs seem.to take care of the stores there now. Councilman Bolmgren said he has checked the General Outdoor Advertising Company's signs at Hennepin and 26th and Nicollet and 26th, and also back of Texa-Tonka and feels that these signs would not change the present situation there much. H. E. Hein appeared for General Outdoor Advertising Compa*. Said one foot, more or less, would not be objection- able to them. He feels that the proposed signs would help shield the flood lights shirring on buildings from front of stores. Councilman Davis asked what time the lights could be turned off. Mr. Hein said 9:30 to 10:00 PM where they would shine into bedroom windows. Said their lights give a minimum of light over the boards. Mr. Hein said that their Company does not feel signs put up in commercially zoned areas devaluate the residential property any more than the commercial enterprise does. Councilman Davis asked if a shield could be put on the back of signs to beautify. Mr. Hein said yes. Councilman Jorvig said he feels that there are enough signs in this vicinity. It was moved by Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Middleton, that application of General Outdoor Advertising Company for permits to erect three ad- vertising signs on roof of building at 8000 Minnetonka Boulevard, and two on roof of building at 8124-32 Minnetonka Boulevard be approved, subject to light res- triction, beautifying backs of signs erected, and lights out at 10:00 P. M., with the understanding that this action can be changed later if it becomes necessary to do so; also that rear of signs be completely latticed to the roof. Burton Skuza asked who would benefit by the erection of these signs. Mayor Fernstrom said that is a hard question to answer,. but that many would. Councilman Davis asked how the backs of signs would beautified. It was answered that there are many ways it. could be done - if we went to the rood, the props would not show. This could be done. Motion was passed by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council except Councilman Jorvig, who voted no. Application for License to Sell Milk at Retail - Automatic Food Stores Action on application of Automatic Food Stores, dated June 22, 1955, for a license to sell milk from a machine (retail) to be located on premises at Meadowbrook 300 July 5, 1955 Application for License to Sell Milk at Retail, Cont'd. Manor, was deferred from meeting of June 27th to this meeting. Eugene J. Utecht, representative of Union Local #653, who resides at 9408 Columbus Avenue, Bloom- ington Village appeared concerning the employment of their members. (1) This method of selling takes no one to operate except the one who services the machine. (2) Money comes from the East to set up, so profit goes back East. (3) Unem- ployment could be caused by the use of vending machine for food. Ed Strans, 2421 Girard Avenue South, Executive Secretary of Retail Grocers Association, representing independent grocery stores appeared concerning the effect this method of selling food would have on their members. (1) Members of Retail Grocers Association come from the Metropolitan Area. (2) The have been concerned for months about proposed food vending machines. (3) This machine is different from other vending machines. (4) Main objedtion is sanitation - they should be inspected regularly for safeguarding the public. (5) Quoted following from pro- posed Minneapolis ordinance: (a) Machine should be kept in clean, sanitary condition at all times, etc. (6) Point - some paper cartons used for milk can leak, so that hot and cold water should be handy to clean up mess so made. (7) 40 degrees or lower temperature should be maintained, etc. (8) Electric warning system to warn public if temperature goes above 40 degrees., Etc. (9) Cereals could start a rust or mold if put in a vending machine. (10) Does not claim that the Minneapolis ordinance takes care of the St. Louis Park operation. Richfield is waiting for Minneapolis to take action. (11) Wants to warn the Council that the operating of these vend- ing machines would open the door for other items. Ernest Donahue, 3305'Longfellow Avenue, representing the Milk Drivers appeared. He feels that as milk is sold from door to door each day, a vending machine is not needed. Councilman Davis asked Mr. Strans-how the Roberge equipment fails to meet his specifications. Mr. Strans said there is no hot and cold water set-up. We do not want to be arbitrary, but feel that an ordinance should be drafted that would protect the public. Councilman Davis said if this equipment is not built to safequard'the public, we would not be in favor of same. However, as far as com- petition is concerned, we have no jurisdiction, but are interested in health and safety of the public. Mr. Strans told of the original machine -Mr. Roberge has on display at 33rd & Lyndale which is not so good, but there has been some improve- ment made. Flaps covering openings were warped by rain, and sharp corners were dangerous to -children. Mr. Roberge has not told exactly what he plans to vend. Mayor Fernstrom said we cannot always vote as our own feelings dictate but must consider the right of every person to do business if same is right. (1� If hot and cold running water is available - OK. (2) Kind of disinfecting powder is not concern, but that disinfecting powder is used. Mr. Donahue said that the vending machine should have same health requirements as grocery stores. Mayor Fernstrom said he would be in favor of even more stringent requirements. City Manager, T. Chenoweth asked Mr. Strans if this problem of sanitation could be presented to the State Board of Health. Mr. Strans said yes, but State Health Department is very busy and cannot check all types of these machines. Mayor Fernstrom said that we feel that we -should have an ordinance covering food vending machines, and then other ordinances covering other types of vending machines. We must do what is right and are planning to do so. Jim Farrell, Eliot View Road was present. Said this is considered a grocery bending machine, therefore, how can this operation be carried on in Meadowbrook Manor. Our ordinance so states was the answer. Mayor Fernstrom talked of dating of milk cartons. Also said that a Milk Company would service the vending machine. Councilman Middleton asked Mr. Farrell how often the present milk vending machines are .serviced. Mr. Farrell said as often as needed - is not sure about these machines, but machines have served bad products and have been discontinued. Councilman Hurd suggested that we tell the folks present that an ordinance will be adopted before permit is granted to Mr. Roberge for vending milk. Councilman Bolmgren also said that the City of St. Louis Park will have the health and sanitation problem under control. Councilman Middleton to Mr. Stranz - You say the Minneapolis ordinance is still before the City Council? Is it near adoption? Mr. Strans said yes - the hot and cold water seems to be the stumbling block at the present time. He feels that the Council should license grocery stores. Mr. Roberge came in at this time but did not take part in the discussion. However, after the others left he was told that before the milk license is granted to him, the Council wants to adopt a new ordinance. Copies of proposed ordinance are now in the hands of the Councilmen and should be ready for action by July 25th. The proposed items are milk, butter, doughnuts, bread, oleomargerine, rolls, eggs, cookies, bacon, wieners, ground round, all pre-packaged. Councilman Davis asked how often will the machines be serviced? Mr. Roberge' July-52 1955 301 Application for License to Sell Milk at Retail, Cont'd. answeree, two to three times a day. Councilman Davis asked, can you take care of leakage. Mr. Roberge said yes, we can clean up each day - also can use chlorine for disinfecting. Milk will be in paper catrons. Councilman Davis asked how close will you have the hot water? Mr. Roberge stated 20 to 30 feet. We hold the temperature at 34 degrees, and if the power broke down, it wouldn't go higher than 45 degrees in 48 hours. Councilman Davis asked if we could have a chart showing degrees of temperature. Mr. Roberge answered yes: Councilman Davis asked how often is milk put in the machine each day? Mr. Roberge answered two or three times. Council- man Davis asked what was done with old milk. The answer was, same as grocery stores, only we give better refrigeration than the grocery stores can give. Councilman Davis asked if there will be a notice posted informing folks where to complain about bad merchandise. Mrs. Roberge answered yea, and Mr. Cassidy will take care of the complaints. He said he will be ready to open up the first of next week - 7-11-55• It was then suggested that we would 'see what we could do by Next Monday regarding the ordinance. Councilman Davis asked - is this one big machine, or is it a number of machines. Mr. Roberge answered that it is like a big walk-in cooler, the same temperature all the way thru. No action taken at this time. Letter Re: New Gas Pumps - K. Johnson, Street Commissioner Letter from Street Commissioner, Kenneth Johnson concerning the need of new gasoline pumps, etc. was read. On motion of Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Davis, the above matter was referred to the City Manager for checking and recommendation, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. Building Inspector's Report on Using Single Family Dwelling as Duplex Building Inspector reported that owner of property at 2934 Natchez Avenue was renting.his second floor as an apartment in violation of the Zoning Ordinance. On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the above matter was referred to the City Manager for action, by unanimous vote of all-Members of the Council present. Building Inspector's_ Report on Inspection of Building at 4910 Cedar Lake Road In reply to a letter he received from City Attorney, Edmund T. Montgomery, the Building Inspector made a report of his inspection of building at 4910 Cedar Lake Road,. stating that it is in very poor condition, the floors and roof are sagging, and-there is no sanitation of any kind, and recommends that the structure be de- molished as it is not fit to be occupied by any human being. This matter has been referred to the Fire Chief. The building is owned by Bankers Life and Casualty Co. who have concurred that same should be demolished. Building Inspector's Report on Use of Residential Property for Sheet Metal Shop Report of Building Inspector concerning the use of property at 6212-18 Goodrich Avenue in a residential use district for a sheet metal shop by Mr. Burris R. Allen, was read. On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Perkins, the above matter was referred to the City Manager for checking and action, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. Application for Permit to Erect Two-Faced Sign - Western Outdoor On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the application of Western Outdoor Advertising Company for a permit to erect a two-faced advertising sign on roof of Market Basket Food Store, 6012 Excelsior Boulevard was approved, and the Building Inspector was authorized to issue same, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Hurd, that above motion be reconsidered to discuss fee paid. There were 2 yeas and 4 nays. Motion lost. Letter Re: Damages by City Weed Sprayer Letter from.Mrs. E. W. Mc Bride, 7813 Edgebrook Drive, dated June 25, 1955, claiming damages in the amount of $20.00, resulting from spray,from the City weed sprayer to their flowers and shrubs, and letter from Sim Heller, 2533 Inglewood Avenue, dated July 1, 1955 claiming damages in the amount of $50.00, resulting from spray from the City weed sprayer to their garden, were read. On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Perkins, both 'letters were referred to the City Manager and the City Attorney to decide responsibility of the City, and to take proper action, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. 302 July 5, 1955 Additional Patrolmen for Police Department It was moved by Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Hurd, that three C�7 new -positions of Patrolmen for- the Police Department be hereby created, and the City Manager be directed to appoint the three highest eligible applicants certified to the Council by the Police Civil Service Commission-under date of June 22, 1955. Councilman Davis -asked about the setup of rank in the Police Department. Mayor Fernstrom said that the Police Civil Service Commission are working on this and same should be forthcoming soon. It was suggested that this matter be given some thought by the-City Manager. Councilman Davis said he would like a progress report on what is being done, as we need this very much. Councilman Bolmgren -said if we would put this into effect tomorrow, what would -we gain? - Councilman Davis said we would have delegated proper authority and better planning could be accepted. We could set up standards and the best man would fill the positions. . Above motion was passed by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. Proposed Change in-Ward Lines Considerable discussion was had on proposed change of Ward lines, as recom- mended by R. B. Connery. It was moved by Councilman Davis, ' seconded by Council- man Hurd that the City Attorney be directed to prepare an ordinance -to change - Ward boundaries as recommended by R. B. Connery. Motion was -lost by the following roll call vote: Councilman Hurd, yea; Councilman Davis, yea; Councilman Jorvig, tray; Councilman Middleton, nay; Councilman Bolmgren, nay, Councilman Perkins, nay. Mayor Fernstrom not voting. It was moved by Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Middleton, that Ward boundaries remain as they are at the present time. Motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Councilman Jorvig, yea; Councilman Middleton, yea; Councilman Bolmgren, yea; Councilman Perkins, yea; Councilman Davis, nay; Councilman Hurd, nay. Mayor Fernstrom not voting. Building Inspector's Weekly Report The Building Inspector's Report for week ending June 30, 1955, showing that 11 building permits were issued, totaling X678,000.00, was read and ordered filed. Animal Report, Animal Rescue League of•Hennepin County On motion of Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the animal report of Animal Rescue League of Hennepin County for period of June 20, 1955 to June 27, 1955,,was read and ordered filed, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present. Building Inspector's Report for June, 1955 The Building Inspector's report for June, 1955, showing that 87 building permits were issued, totaling $906,495.00, was read and ordered filed. Poliee Report for June, 1955 The following Police report for the month of June, 1955, was read-and ordered filed: Warnings 2 Arrests 332 Radio Calls 353 Aids 1 Accidents 24 Phone Calls 23 Mileage 17059 Gas 1,230 Oil 53 Justice of Peace Report of Fines - Yngve Justice of Peace Anton Yngve's report of fines, dated July 1, 1955, was read and ordered filed. Justice of Peace Report of Fines - Linnee Justice of Peace E. A. Linnee's report of fines, dated July 1, 1955, was read and ordered filed. Fire Department's Report for June, 1955 Fire Department's report for the month of June, 1955, was read and ordered filed. Building Department's Quarterly Report The Building Inspector's report for Quarter ending June 30, 1955, showing that 280 building permits were issued totaling 62,903035.00 was read and ordered filed.. July 5,,1955 303 " Advertise for Bids for Car for City Manager On motion of Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Perkins, the Clerk was directed to advertise for bids for a two-door sedan to be used by the City Manager, bids to be opened at 10:00 A. M., July 13, 1955, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. ` Amended Dog Contract On motion of Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Hurd, the amended contract as executed by the Animal Rescue League of Hennepin County is hereby approved and accepted, by unanimous vote of• all Members of the Council present. Execute Contract for Storm Sewer (Excelsior• Boulevard) It was moved by 'Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, that the contract prepared by the City Attorney and approved by the City Council of the City of Hopkins for division of costs of outlet of Storm Sewer in Excelsior Boule- vard on a basis of 60% thereof to Hopkins, and 40% thereof to St. Louis Park be hereby approved•, and the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to execute such con- tract in behalf of the City. Motion was passed by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. City Engineer's Report on Condition of 36th• Street at Wyoming The City Engineer's report on the roughed-up condition of 36th Street at Wyoming Avenue, stating that same is in good shape except between Wyoming Avenue and $ylon Avenue, which needs some repair there, was read. On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the above matter was referred to the City Manager and City Engineer to put street in- proper shape, by unanimous vote of all Members- of the Council present. City Engineer's Report on Complaint Re: Storm Sewer City Engineer's report on complaint regarding storm sewer entrance at 36th Street and Wyoming Avenue not being large enough to take care of the water, stating that same is of ample size for correct drainage, was read. Surfacing Texas Avenue from Highway No. 7 to Minnetonka Boulevard On motion of Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Davis, the matter of surfacing Texas Avenue from Highway No. 7 to Minnetonka Boulevard was referred to the City Manager for a report, July 11, 1955, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. Verified Claims On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Hurd, the following verified claims were approved, and the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checks covering same, by the following roll call vote: Councilman Bolmgren, yea; Councilman Davis, yea; Councilman Hurd, yea; Councilman Jorvig, yea; Councilman Middleton, Yea; Councilman Perkins, yea; Mayor Fernstrom, yea: Miss Eleanor Appel 100.00 The Arrowhead Company, Inc. 16.00 Associated Agencies 8.33 B. & B. Seat Cover Company 18.00 Baldwin Supply Company 2.85 Barrett Moving & Storage Co. 562.80 Ole Bergerson 50.00 Bethesda Invalid Home 90.00 Kenneth Birkholz 11.13 Brandhorst & Leadholm 68.36 Martin Bush Iron & Metal 30.00 City of SLP-Clerk's Office City of St. Louis Park Utilities 16.00 Stamps 60.54 City of SLP Volunteer Firemens City of SLP Water Revenue Bond Relief Association 740.57 Debt Redemption Fund 2,486.00 City of Winona Poor Dept. 197.77 R. B. Connery 26.10 Dahlberg Brothers, Inc. 7.26 Doepke Building Movers 375.00 Fowler Electric Company 32.55 Alfred Formo 46.34 Freeland's Grocery 2.40 General Trading Company 24.40 General Trading Company 6.50 it " " 2.34 6.50 if �� �� 69,15 .77 J. V. Gleason 188.37 J. V. Gleason 1,001.00 if it " 989.85 11 988.49 11 11 If 987.12 992.36 11 Ill. 11 637.91 12189.37 11 if it 810.40 Maurice Graham 60.00 Hobart Welder Sales & Service 7.40 C. L. Hurd 141.09 Earl D. Jones 33.74 Kar Products, Inc. 29.97 Klein's Super Market 28.30 Klein's Super Market 54.15 Lustra Corporation 44.60 Lyle Signs, Inc. 199.00 Lyle Signs, Inc. 155.80 Walter Mark 52.50 Meyer Hardware, 41.14 Meyer Hardware 27,19 " it 5.75 Midway Tractor & Equipment Co. 22.23 Minneapolis Gas Company 32.80 304 . July 5, 1955 �^ Verified Claims, Continued C�7 Mpls. Suburban Newspapers, Inc. 3.00 Minn. Fire Extinguisher Co. 23.80 Modern Floors, Inc. 125.00 Mrs. John Mollers 39.84 Tom Motzko Company 5.95 Mueller Company 134.40 Municipal Finance Officers Assn. North Star Motor Parts, Inm. 14.40 of U. S. & Canada 30.00 Northern States Power Co. 414.58 Northern States Power Company 3,729.41 N. W. Bell Telephone Company 9.50 Paper Calmenson & Company 110.29 Penny Super Market 31.00 Papther Oil & Grease Company 183.15 Petroleum Service 210.96 Pockrandt Lumber Company 1.50 Premier Autoware Company 48.90 Public Administration Service- 2.50 Leonard Ramberg, Postmaster 13.00 William A. Reiners 34.86 Resop Realtors, Inc: 15.00 H. A. Rogers 7.20 H. A. Rogers , 13.80 Rosholt Equipment Co. 7.07 Robert Smetak 63.00 Clyde Sorensen 63.00 Standard Oil Company 144.00 Peter Stienstra 48.09 Suburban Chevrolet Co. 1.17 Suburban Sanitary Drayage Co. 8,244.82 Suburban Sanitary Drayage 1,803.23 Terry Brothers, Inc. 520.00 The Todd 'Company, Inc. 45.00 Town & Country Cleaners 6.25 Town & Country Cleaners 3.75 Wanner Company 1.50 West Disinfecting- Co. 33.75 The Woodhead-Company, ,Inc. 30.91- John N. Jessing Paint Co. , 924.40 Holt Construction Co. 356.15 Holt Construction Co. 614.73 u n u 799.48 " n u 940.36 Minutes The minutes of meeting held June 27, 1955 were read. On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Perkins, the minutes of meeting held June 27, 1955, were approved, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. Resolution No, 104 On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Hurd, the,following resolution, having been read by the Secretary, was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present: R E S O L U T I O N BE IT RESOLVED that the City of St. Louis Park enter into an agreement with the State of Minnesota, Department of Highways for the following purposes, to-grit: To provide for storm sewer construction by the City upon • and along Trunk Highway No. 7 between Texas Avenue and the Minnehaha Creek channel, and for payment by the State to the City of part of the cost thereof. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Manager be and they hereby are authorized to execute such agreement. Resolution No. 105 On motion of Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the following resolution, the reading of which was waived by unanimous consent, was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present: RESOLUTION ORDERING CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS WHEREAS, the City Council on June 27, 1955, adopted its resolution No. 94 ordering the widening of west 36th Street from Zinran Avenue to Aquila Avenue, and WHEREAS, plans and specifications for said project have been prepared by the City Engineer and such plans provide for acquisition by the-city of- the land here- inafter described for said widening of West 36th Street, therefore BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park that it is hereby determined that it is necessary that the City take the parcel of land here- inafter set forth in order to complete the said Improvement No. 55-48 and as a necessary incident to the improvement described in the resolution ordering said improvement: The tract of land above referred to, together with the names of the onwers and persons interested therein, and the nature of the interest of each are as follows: v The South 30 feet of that part of the SW, of the NE4 of SEr lying west of Oak Hill Manor 3rd Addition and East of a line parallel to and 30 feet west measured at right angles to the west line of the EJ of the said SW4 of the NWS of the SE4, Section 18, Township 117, Range 21. 05 , July 5, 1955 3 Resolution No. 105, Cont'd. 'Owner: Rudolph N. Ruedlinger and Arthur J. Ruedlinger Mortgagee: Fifth Northwestern National Bank of Minneapolis BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Attorney be authorized to commence action in the District Court of Hennepin County for taking of said premises by right of eminent domain. Meeting Adjourned On motion of Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the meeting was adjourned at 12:38 AM, t4ednesday, •Jul'y 6, 1955, by unanimaus vote of all Members of the Council present. R. C. FERNSTROM, Mayor ATTEST: / OSEPH JUS , Secretary