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REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 19, 1955
A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Fernstrom
at 8:08 P. M.
Invocation was given by Reverend Orville Peterson of Suburban Baptist Church
of St. Louis Park.
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 Chenoweth, City Attorney, Edmund T.
Montgomery, and City Clerk (Secretary), Joseph Justad. -
Hearing on Proposed Sanitary Sewer Improvement No. 55-55
Pursuant to notice published in the St. Louis Park Dispatch September 8 and
15, separate hearings were had on proposed Sanitary Sewer, Improvement No. 55-55,
in Colorado Avenue from 28th Street to 29th Street. No persons appeared.
Resolution No. 145
On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Hurd., -Resolution
No. 145, ordering construction of Sanitary Sewer, Improvement No. 55-55 --- in
Colorado Avenue from 28th Street to 29th Street, was adopted by unanimous vote of
all Members of the Council present. Resolution No. 145 in Book 1 of Resolutions.
Hearing on Proposed Sidewalk Construction
Pursuant to notice published in the St. Louis -Park Dispatch September 8 and
15, 1955, a public hearing was had on proposed sidewalk construction, Improvement
No. 55-100 --- on the West Side of Texas Avenue from State Highway No. 7, north to
existing sidewalk adjacent to Park Knoll School. Estimated cost, $772.50. No
persons appeared.
Resolution No. 146
On motion of-Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Perkins, the reading of
- Resolution No. 146 having been waived by unanimous consent of all Councilmen present,
ordering the construction of sidewalk, Improvement No. 55--100 --- on the West Side
of Texas Avenue from State Highway No. 7, north to existing walk adjacent to Park
Knoll School, was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of' the Council present.
Resolution No. 146 in Book 1 of Resolutions.
Supplementary Assessment Hearings
Pursuant to notice published in the St. Louis Park Dispatch August 18, 1955,
separate hearings -were had on proposed assessments for Improvements No. 52-223 and
others having been completed heretofore. No persons appeared.
Resolution No. 147
Resolution No.. 147 was read by Secretary Justad. On motion of Gouncilman
Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Perkins, Resolution No. 147, levying assessments
for Improvements Nos. 52-223 and others, described therein, was adopted by unanimous
vote of all Members of the Council present. Resolution No. 147 in Book 1 of
Resolutions.
Assessment Hearings
Pursuant to notice published in the St. Louis Park Dispatch September 1, 19552
separate hearings were had on proposed assessments for Improvements Nos. 55-3 and
others having been completed heretofore. No persons appeared.
Resolution No. 148
The reading of Resolution No. '148 was waived by unanimous consent of all
Members of the Council present. On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by
Councilman Perkins, Resolution No. 148, levying assessments for Improvements Nos.
55-3 and others, described therein, was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members
of the Council present. Resolution No. 148 in Book 1 of Resolutions.
Report on Municipal Water Supply - Minnesota Department of Health
Report of Minnesota Department of Health, dated September 2, 1955, on water
main extensions described therein was read. On motion of Councilman Bolmgren,
seconded by Councilman Middleton, the foregoing report was ordered filed.
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Request for Special Permit to Build Office and Warehouse Building - Midwest [�
Request of Midwest Plaster & Stucco Company for a special permit to construct
a masonry office and warehouse building on Lots 3 and 4, Block 76, Rearrangement
of St. Louis Park as per plan and survey accompanying same, was read. The
Council asked for information as to how the outside of the building would be
finished, and that the Builder be present at the September 26th meeting.
Ordinance No. 502
Second reading of Ordinance No. 502, entitled AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR
REVISION, REARRANGEMENT AND CODIFICATION OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS
PARK AND ADOPTING SECTIONS 1:101 THROUGH 1:110 and 1:120 THEREOF was made by the
Secretary.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Middleton, Ordinance
No. 502 was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present. Ordi-
nance No. 502 in Book of Ordinances No. 3.
Recommendation for Fees for Ordinance No. 503
Committee consisting of Mayor Fernstrom , City Manager Chenoweth, and City
Attorney Montgomery reported on their recommendation of fees to be inserted in
Ordinance No. 503 -- AN ORDINANCE FOR THE INSPECTION,, REGULATION AND LICENSING OF
FOOD, MAINTAINING OR OPERATIlVG VENDING MACHINES, AND TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR THE
VIOLATION THEREOF. _
On motion of Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Davis, the question of
fees to be inserted in Ordinance No. 503 was referred back to the Committee for one
more week's study, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Ordinance No. 503 first
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Co uncilman Perkins, the/reading
of Ordinance No. 503 was waived, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council
present.
It was moved by Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Perkins that the
second reading of Ordinance No. 503 be made on September 26th, by unanimous vote of
all Members of the Council present.
Ordinance No. 504
First reading of Ordinance No. 504, entitled AN ORDINANCE As'MING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK, was made by Secretary Justad.
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman ----- no second,
that Ordinance No. 504 be referred to the Planning Commission for reading and recom-
mendation. Motion lost.
It was moved by Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Middleton, that the
second reading of Ordinance No. 504 be made on September 26, 1955, and passed by
unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
It was moved by Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Jorvig that each
member of the Planning Commission recieve a copy of Ordinance No. 504 and a statement
that the second reading will be held September 26th to which meeting they are invited
to present their comments on same. Motion was passed by unanimous vote of all Members
of the Council present.
Plat of Penn-Zata Addition
On motion of Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Holmgren, the plat of
Penn-Zata Addition was referred to the County Surveyor for checking and apprdval, by
unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Hearing Date Set for Grading, Graveling, Bituminous Stabilizing - 55-101, 102, 103
On motion of Councilman Balmgren, seconded by Councilman Middleton, October
10, 1955 was set as date of hearing on proposed grading, graveling, and stabilizing
jobs listed below, by, unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present:
Improvement Number Location
55-101 Maryland Avenue from West _14th Street to West 16th Street.
55-102 Franklin Avenue from Hampshire Avenue to Jersey Avenue
55-103 NS Alley in Block 194, Rearrangement of St. Louis Park
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(Abutting property to be assessed --- Improvement No. 101, estimated cost
$3,907.86; Improvement No. 55-102, estimated cost $8,535.56; Improvement No
55-103, $1,008.59)
September 19, 1955
Improvement No. 55-102
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Hurd, Improvement No.
55-102 -- grading, graveling and stabilizing Franklin Avenue from Hampshire Avenue
to Jersey Avenue was referred to the City Assessor for his recommendation as to
who will be' assessed for this work, and whether the abutting property can stand the
assessment. Report to be reading for hearing on October 10, 1955, by unanimous
vote of all Members of the Council present.
Bonds
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the following
bonds which have been approved by the City Attorney, were accepted by unanimous
vote of all Meabers of the Council present.
HEATING LICENSE BOND $1000.00
Austin Heating and Sheet Metal Company, principal
Queen Insurance Company-of America, Surety
Effective August 11, 1955 Expires December 312 1955•
HEATING LICENSE BOND $1,000.00
Kasid Heating Company, principal
The Aetna Casualty and Surety Company, surety
Effective September 8, 1955 Expires December 31, 1955•
CONTRACTORS BOND $222491.20
J. V. Gleason, principal
Anchor Casualty- Company, surety
Dated September 142 1955, covering contract for stabilizing of
streets in the City of St. Louis Park, Improvements #55-80 and
55-81.
Resolution No. 149
Resolution No. 149 was read by the Secretary. On motion of Councilman Bolmgren,
seconded by Councilman Jorvig, Resolution No. 149, authorizing sewer connection for
International Business Machines Corporation, lying westerly of Minnehaha Creek and
Excelsior Boulevard in the City of St. Louis Park, was adopted by unanimous vote of
all Members of the Council present. Resolution No. 149 in Book 1 of Resolutions.
Application for Permit to Erect Billboard/Sign - Le Roy
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, application of
Le Roy Sign Company, dated September 15, 1955, for a permit to erect an advertising
sign on pole in front of Meal in a Bun Drive-in at 5515 Excelsior Boulevard (Coco
Cola Sign), was read and referred to the Planning Commission for checking and recom-
mendation, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Application for Permit to Erect Sign - Le Roy
On' motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Perkins, the application
of Le Roy Sign Company, dated September 15, 1955, for a permit to erect an advertis-
ing sign at 5515 Excelsior Boulevard for Meal in a Bun, was read and referred to the
Planning Commission for checking and recommendation, by unanimous vote of all Members
of the Council present.
Application for Permit to Erect Sign - Meyers
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the application
of Meyers Outdoor Advertising Company for a permit to erect a roof advertising sign
for Reiss Liquor Store at 6900 West Lake Street was read and referred to the Planning
Commission for checking and recommendation, by unanimous vote of all Members of the
Council present.
Applications for Permits to Erect Five Signs - Reliable
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the applications
of Reliable Sign Erectors, dated September 6, 1955, for permits to erect four (4)
ground signs in a group at 6125 Wayzata Boulevard, and one (1) ground sign at 6015
Wayzata Boulevard for Advertising Display Company were read and referred to the Plan-
ning Commission for checking and recommendation, by unanimous vote of all Members of
the Council present.
Application for Permit to Erect Billboard - Naegele
On motion of Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Davis, the application
of Naegele Advertising Company, dated September 7, 1955, for a permit to erect a
billboard at 7007 Walker Street, was referred to the Planning Commission for checking
and recommendation, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Request for Special Permit to Subdivide Property - Richard Moldestad
Letter from Richard Moldestad, 2629 Yosemite Avenue, dated September 142 19552
was read in which he requested a permit to subdivide the North 2331 of Lot 61,
Auditors Subdivision No. 350, etc. into four separate tracts designated on plat
September 19, 1955
Request for Special Permit to Subdivide Property, Continued
attached as "A", "B", "C", and "D" with width of 49, 52, and 53 feet" respectively.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the above
request was referred to the Planning Commission for checking and recommendationp by
unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
New Patrolman Appointed
Letter to the City Manager, dated September 14, 1955, from Harold E. Anderson,
Secretary, St. Louis Park Police Civil Service Commission, stating that Robert Dean
is eligible for appointment as patrolman, was read.
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the appoint-
ment of Robert Dean by the City Manager, as patrolman on City Police Force was
approved, subject to his passing the physical examination, and effective as soon as
he qualifies, at a starting rate of $348.30 per month, by unanimous vote of all
Members of the Council present.
Partial Payment
On motion of Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the following
partial payment on contract work in progress, presented by City Engineer, Phil W.
Smith was approved, and the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were author-
ized to issue check covering same, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council
present:
FINAL PAYMENT $4p281-56
CURB-AND GUTTER, 55-3 thru 55-9
Contractor, Victor Carlson & Sons, Incorporated
Contract Date, April 25, 1955
Contract Price, Curb and Gutter, $1.84 LF, Walk, $p.50 SF
Petitions
The following petitions received by the City Clerk were referred to the City
Engineer and Assessment Clerk:
P-1612 Grading & Tar Mat Alley, Block 24, Park Manor
P-1613 Curb and Gutter ES Quebec Avenue from 28th to 29th St.
P-1614 Curb and Gutter ES Virginia Avenue from 33rd to 34th St,
Cost of Traffic Signals at Excelsior Boulevard & MN&SRR Right of Way
Councilman Perkins reported that he had been informed by the County Engineer
that because of the widening of Excelsior Boulevard at the intersection with the
Minneapolis, Northfield and Southern Railroad Right of Way, the law requires the
installation of two additional traffic control signals, and it is proposed that the
City pay y., the County �, and the Railway Company z of the cost of the required
signals, and it appears-that the Railroad and Warehouse Commission would require such
a division of cost if petitioned to so divide the cost.
On motion of Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the City was
authorized to pay 4 of the cost of such additional traffic signals at the intersection
of Excelsior Boulevard with the Minneapolis; Northfield & Southern Railroad Right-
of-Way required by the widening of Excelsior Boulevard, by unanimous vote of all
Members of the Council present.
Re: Filling in Sumps
On motion of Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the matter of
filling of sumps at the corners of Quebec Avenue and Minnetonka Boulevard and running
the storm water south to City lots on Oregon Avenue in 3100 Block, and the sump on
Utah Avenue south of Minnetonka Boulevard, was referred to the City Engineer for
checking and recommendation and report on September 26, 1955, by unanimous vote of
all Members of the council present.
Washout Situation - Decatur & Minnetonka
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the City
Manager was instructed to see what he can work out with the County and City to
remedy the washout situation at Decatur Avenue and Minnetonka Boulevard (north side)
and report back on September 26, 1955 with a recommendation, by unanimous vote of
all Members of the Council present.
1956 Budget
.The City ,Manager reported that a written Budget for 1956 would be in the
Councilmen's hand, Thursday, September 22, 1955•
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Replacing Black Dirt, 1300 Block, Jersey Avenue
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the matter
of replacing on
or black dirt by the water contractor after completion of water
main construction in front of the Jack Lash home in the 1300 Block, on Jersey
Avenue was referred to the City Manager to check contract to see what should be
done, by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Load Limits for City Streets
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the matter
of load limits for streets in City for next Spring was referred to the City Manager,
by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Resolution No. 150
Resolution No. 150 was read by the Secretary. On motion of Councilman Hurd,
seconded by Councilman Middleton, Resolution No. 150, appointing George M. Hansen
for the purpose of examining and auditing the accounting books and records of the
City for the calendar year 1955, etc., was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members
of the Council present. Resolution No. 150 in Book 1 of Resolutions.
American Institute of Park Executives Conference
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Middleton, Willard
Keller was authorized to attend The American Institute of Park Executives Conference
at Louisville, Kentucky, September 18 thru 23, 1955 with necessary expenses paid,
by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Bids for Curb and Gutter, and Sidewalk Improvements 55-84 thru 55-97
As advertised in the St. Louis Park Dispatch September 8, 1955, sealed bids
were received by the City Manager at 10 A. M. this date for the construction of
curb and gutter, and sidewalk Improvements I#rovements Nos. 55-84 thru 55-97, from
the following bidders:
Curb and Gutter (#55-84 thru 55-94)
Victor Carlson & Sons, Incorporated $14,603.21
Arnold Beckman Company 15,498.88
Sidewalk (#55-95, 96, 97)
Victor Carlson & Sons, Incorporated $b5,267.75
Arnold Beckman Company 5,982.25
Bid Award for Curb and Gutter
The City Engineer's tabulation of above bids and recommendation for award was
read. On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Perkins, the bid
of Victor Carlson and Sons, Incorporated, for the construction of Curb and Gutter
Improvements #55-84 thru #55-94, was determined to be the lowest bid of a responsible
bidder, and the Mayor and- City Manager were authorized to execute contract for the
City with the bidder for the work in the amount bid ($14,603.21), by unanimous vote
of all Members of the Council present. (Improvement No. 55-84 was included in the
specifications furnished the bidders together with No. 55-85 thru 55-94, -- did not
appear in advertisement).
Sidewalk - New Hearing, Bid Award, Etc.
The City Engineer's tabulation of above bids and recommendation for award was
read. Councilman Bolmgren suggested that 50% of West 36th Street assessment
come from the General Fluid. Councilman Jorvig agreed with Councilman Bolmgren.
Councilman Davis said he feels that it should not all be assessed against adjacent
property, but not any to the General Fund. Suggested a new project with provision
_ for right to assess streets running north. Councilman Jorvig said to readvertise
and if possible include the property owners on the South side of the Street, if
this can be done this year. Councilman Bolmgren said he feels that the General
Fund is benefiting from the Knollwood-Plaza Shopping Center. He does not feel that
it will establish a precedent.
Mayor Fernstrom --- Mr. Attorney, if we readvertise for a hearing, would we
have to take new bids? Attorney Montgomery said no, if the contractor will consent
to wait. Councilman Hurd reminded the Council that the Minnetonka Boulevard
sidewalk was all paid for by adjacent property owners. The amount of traffic on
West 36th Street was discussed. One man said that during school time the traffic
is not much different now than it was before Knollwood-Plaza opened.
Hearing Date Set
It was moved by Councilman Hurd, ,seconded by Councilman Perkins that a new
hearing be set for October 3, 1955, for•the construction of sidewalk on the south side
of West 36th Street from Texas Avenue to Aquila Avenue with assessment made to
adjacent property, and that bids be taken October 3rd, 1955.
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Sidewalk - New Hearing, Bid Award, Etc.,, Continued
Councilman Bolmgren said that the South side would be a danger. Councilman
Hurd asked Citizens present what they thought of South side sidewalk. John
Novotney said he feels that the South side is OK as far as he can see. Councilman
Davis asked Councilman Middleton if there was some Safety Engineering help we could
get from Minneapolis on this project. Councilman Perkins said he thought so, but
that they would recommend sidewalk on both sides of the street. One man asked if
the City would keep the snow off of sidewalk on South side. He was told no, that
is up to the adjacent property owner.
The foregoing motion was passed by unanimous vote of all Members of the
Council present: Councilman Jorvig, yea; Councilman Perkins, yea; Councilman
Hurd, yea; Councilman Davis, yea; Mayor Fernstrom, yea; Councilman Middleton'
nay, Councilman Bolmgren, nay.
Bid Award
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Middleton, that the
bid of Victor Carlson and Sons, Incorporated received this date, for the construction
is Sidewalk Improvements Nos. 55-94 thru 55-97, was deemed to be the lowest bid of
a responsible bidder, and the Mayor and City Manager were authorized to enter into
a contract on behalf of the City with the Bidder, provided that Improvement No.
55-96 be eliminated unless the contractor will consent to deferment of contract for
that project until after October 3, 1955, at which time a separate contract may be
ordered for that improvement or the bid as to that improvement be rejected, by
unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Bids for Bituminous Surfacing and Oil Stabilized Base
As advertised in the St. Louis 'ark Dispatch September 8, 1955, sealed bids
were received at 10 A. M. this date by the City Manager, for the application of
bituminous surfacing and oil stabilized base Improvements Nos. 55-57 thru 55-78
from the following bidders:
211 Bituminous Surfacing
Asconite Asphalt Company $202222.50
Earl Sewall Company, Inc. 22,653.75
J. V. Gleason 22,765.00
Black Top Service Company 25,430.00
4" Stabilized Base
Earl Sewall Company, Inc. $$11,800.00
J. V. Gleason 12,980.00
Asconite Asphalt Company 14,865.00
Bid Award - 2" Bituminous Surfacing
The City Engineer's tabulation of above bids for 2" bituminous surfacing and
recommendation for award of same, was read.
On motion of Councilman Perkins, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the bid of
Asconite Asphalt Company received this date for the application of 2" bituminous
surfacing for Improvements Nos. 55-57, 58, 60, 61, 62, 63, 652 66, 67, 68, 69, 71,
72, 73, and 74, was determined to be the lowest bid of a responsible bidder, and the
Mayor and City Manager were authorized to execute contract for the City with the Bidder
for the work in the amount of bid ($202222.50), by unanimous vote of all Members of
the Council present.
Bid Award - 4" Stabilized Base
The City Engineer's tabulation of above bids for 4"stabilized base and recom-
mendation for award of same, was read.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Middleton, the bid of
Earl Sewall Company, Incorporated received this date-for the application of a 4 inch
stabilized base - for Improvements Nos. 55-59, 64, 702 75, 76, 77, and 78, was
determined to be the lowest bid of a responsible bidder, and the Mayor and City
Manager were authorized to execute contract for the City with the Bidder for the
work in the amount of bid ($$11,800.00), by unanimous vote of all Members of the
Council present.
Minutes
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the minutes of
meeting held September 12, 1955, were approved by unanimous vote of all Members of
the Council present.
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Verified Claims
On motion of Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the list of
verified claims prepared and certified by the City Clerk and presented to the
Council, dated September 19, 1955 in the total amount of $13,263.56 for vendors,
was approved, and the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were authorized
to issue checks to the respective claimants in the amounts respectively set forth
in said list, 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.
Meeting Adjourned
On motion of Councilman Hurd, seconded by Councilman Davis, the meeting was
adjourned at 1:50 A. M., September 20, -1955, by unanimous vote of all Members of
the Council present.
R. C. FERNSTROM, Mayor
ATTEST:
JOSJtPH i AD, Secretary