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COUNCIL MEETING --- May 14, 1956
A regular meeting of the City'Council was called to order by Mayor R. C.
Fernstrom at 8:05 P.M. Invocation by Rev. H. L. Halverson, 1st English Lutheran
Church.
The following Councilmen were present at roll call:
Councilman H. J. Bolmgren
Councilman D. C. Davis
Councilman Robert Ehrenberg
Councilman Torval Jorvig
Councilman Gene Schadow
Councilman Kenneth Wolfe
Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney, and Secretary.
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Minutes
On motionof Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Schadow, the minutes
of meeting held May 7, 1956, were approved, by unanimous vote of all Members of
the Council present.
Applications for On and Off Sale Liquor Licenses
On motion of Councilman Schadow, seconded by Councilman Ehrenberg, the
following applications for liquor licenses were read and referred to the Committee
of the Whole, by unanimous vote of all members of the council present:
Eli Budd Off-Sale - to be located at 7111 Cedar Lake Road
Norman J. Herman Off-Sale - to be located at Knollwood Plaza (Hwy 7 ee Teias)
James M. McGilligan Off-Sale - to be located at 5555 West Lake Street
Clayton D. Remark Off-Sale - to be located at Knollwood Plqza
Roy A. Soucy Off-Sale - to be located at 7101 Wayzata Blvd.
Carl H. Reiss On-Sale - to be located at 6900 West Lake Street
Robert F. Sorenson On-Sale - to be located at Highway 7 i Hampshire Ave.
James Wong Toung On-Sale - to be located at 4215 Excelsior Blvd.
George T. Tynch On-Sale - to be located at 4725 Excelsior Blvd.
(Lynch)
Petitions
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, the following
petitions were referred to the Director of Public Works and City Assessor, by un-
animous vote of all members of the Council present:
P-1651 Petition for Sidewalk on the East Side of Rhode Island Ave.
from 34th St to 25th Street - by John A. Zarth and others.
P-1652 Petition for Resurface and Blacktop the roadway between 31st
and Quebec and 31st and RHode Island - by Emil Mathison and others
P-1653 Petition for Water Main in Raleigh Ave. from 28th St to 29th St.
by Harry Mankoff.
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Application for Extension of Trailer Permit
Letter from Leslie G. Krinke, dated May 4, 1956 stating that he wished to
apply for a six month extension of his trailer permit which was issued on
November 1, 1955 for a period of six months, was read. Trailer is located at
1340 Texas Avenue. Mr. Krinke was present saying he was waiting for decision
on straightening of Texas Avenue before starting to build.
On motion of Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the ex-
tension of the permit for 6 .months was granted, by unanimous vote of all members
of the Council present.
Communication Re: Annexation
Communication from Independent School District No. 225, Hopkins, Minnesota
re: annexation of Minnetonka Township property to the City of St. Louis Park,
enclosing a resolution opposing annexation of certain territory now in Minnetonka
Township to the City of St. Louis Park was read.
On motion of Councilman Schadow, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the above
communication was ordered filed, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council
present.
Bingo
Notification of intention of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary to hold a
benefit bingo game at carnival for 9 days, from May 22 thru May 30, 1956, was
presented.
On motion of Councilman Schadow, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, the above
request was ordered filed, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council
present.
Resolution No. 242
Resolution No. 242, "Prescribing Rules and Regulations for the Purchase of
Insurance by the City" was discussed. The reading of same was waived.
On motion of Councilman Schadow, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, Resolution
No. 242 was adopted by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Resolution No. 243
Resolution No. 243, for the refunding of garbage assessment for years 1951
thru 1955 for Lot 17, Block 5, J. F. Lyons Fourth Addn. in the total amount of
$42.10, due to the confirmed fact that no garbage was collected during said years,
reading was waived.
On motion of Counciligan Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Davis, Resolution
No. 243 was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
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Proposed Ordinance for the Licensing of Guards and Watchmen
First reading of proposed ordinance licensing private guards and watchmen
was made by the Secretary.
On motion of Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, May 21,
1956 was set as date for second reading of above proposed ordinance, by unanimous
vote of all members of the Council present.
Proposed Ordinance for Creating and Establishing Fire Zones
A proposed Ordinance for Creating and Establishing Fire Zones was presented.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Ehrenberg, action was deferred
until June 4, 1956, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Ordinance No. 528
Proposed Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance of the City of St. Lguis Park
Second 'reading of proposed ordinance amending the zoning ordinance of the
City of St. Louis Park to rezone Lots 1 and 2, Block 69, St. Louis Park from
Residence Use District to Multiple Dwelling Use District was made by the Secretary.
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Schadow, Ordinance
No. 528 was adopted by unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Report of Building Department
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Schadow, the Building
Inspector's report for the Month of April, 1956 and the 1st Quarterly report,
January, February fe March, 1956 were read and ordered .filed, by unanimous vote
of all Members of the Council present.
Report on Proposed Vacation of Streeti
Report of Director of Public Works on proposed vacation of street adjacent
to 4257 and 4321 Brookside Avenue, concurring with the Planning Commissions
approval dated May 2, 1956, and with the request of the Minneapolis Northfield i
Southern Railroad that the platted street across their R/w be vacated up to the
west line of Zarthan Avenue, was read.
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the hearing
date was set for June 11, 1956, for the vacation of the above street, by unanimous
vote of all members of the Council present.
Report on Claim with Respect to Change in Street Grade
The City Attorney made a report on the claim of David L. Fingerman with re-
spect to change in street grade at West 25th Street and Huntington Avenue.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, upon proof of
damages Satisfactory to the City Attorney, the City Attorney was authorized to
negotiate settlement of claim of David L. Fingerman on account of alleged damage
to his property at W. 25th Street & Huntington Ave, at a sum not to exceed $258.25,
by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
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Report on Stop Sign Locations was
The City Manager's report on Stop Sign Locations were presented to the
Council. James Zalusky was present to answer questions. It was decided to
start taking out,the stop signs not needed in the 4th Ward and to discuss the
balance on June 4, 1956. Also to put up the needed ones on Minnetonka Blvd.
Report Re: Grading. Improvement #56-4
Report of Director of Public Works with respect to proposed grading of
Dakota Avenue between West 33rd Street arid the Minneapolis, Northfield, and
Southern Railroad Teacks --- Improvement No. 56-4, was read. No action was
taken.
Report on Adequacy of Petitions for Annexation
The City Attorney made a report on the adequacy of petitions for annexation
of property in Minnetonka Township west of Highway 18 and north of Cedar Lake
Road.
A number of folks from Minnetonka Township were present-they do not desire
to come into St. Louis Park. After considerable discussion -
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, the City
Attorney was instructed to draw up -the ordinance needed to annex the property from
Minnetonka Township to St. Louis Park. Before a vote was taken Mrs. Widen,
Crestview Addition, read a protest, prepared by Crestview Association against the
annexation.
Following further discussion a substitute motion was made by Councilman Davis
and seconded by Councilman Ehrenberg, to defer action on petitions for annexation
for one month to provide opportunity for the City Council and Minnetonka Township
Town Board to get together to discuss the matter fully and if possible arrive at
a common boundary favorable to all.
On roll call vote as follows the motion was carried: Councilman Davis, yea;
Councilman Ehrenberg, yea; Councilman Jorvig, yea; Councilman Schadow, yea; and
Councilman Wolfe, yea; Councilman Bolmgren, nay; and Geuneilman Mayor Fernstrom,
may.
It was suggested that a meeting of the two Municipalities Council and Board
be had in the near future, date to be arranged by Mayor Fernstrom.
Award of Contract for Improvement of Dakota - 33rd To Minneapolis, Northfield
Southern Railroad Tracks
The following bids which were received on April 30, 1956 for the construction
of grading, paving and sidewalk (Improvement No. 56-4) Dakota Avenue approximately
from West 33rd Street to the Minneapolis, Noethfield and Southern Railroad tracks,
were read:
J. V. Gleason $10,976.50
McLean-Astleford Company 11,127.50
The City Engineer's tabulation and recommendation on above bids were read.
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Award of Contract (Improvement No. 56-4) continued .. -
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, 'seconded by Counciitan Wolfe, -the bid
of J. V. Gleason 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 $10,976.50, by unanimous vote
of all members of the Council present.
Park and Recreation Board
A discussion was had on the proposed agreement between the City Council and
the School Board, prepared by City Attorney.
The City Attorney was asked to bring in a redraft of the agreement, to in-
clude suggestions made, for approval at meeting of the Council May 21, 1956.
Final Plat of Peru'-lata 2nd Addition
The final Plat of Penn-Zata Second Addition was presented. On motion of
Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the Plat was referred to City
Engineer to determine whether the requirements of street grading etc. have been
made, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Legal Opinion on Request for Modification of Assessment
City Attorney's opinion upon the request of Mrs. F. Middleton for a reduction
of assessment for Sunshine Park on Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4, Block 2, Oak Terrace and
also the assessment resolution adopted on October 19, 1953, was read.
On motion of Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Schadow, the request of
Mrs. F. Middleton was denied, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council
present.
Bonds
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the follow-
ing bonds which have been approved by the City Attorney were accepted by unani-
mous vote of all members of the Council present:
Wandersee 6' How Plumbing and Heating Company - Plumbing
John's Appliance Service Company - Gas
Verified Claims
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Schadow, the lists
of verified claims prepared by the City Clerk and presented to the Council, dated
May 14, 1956, in the total amounts of $2,600.89 for payroll, and $8,891.41 for
vendors 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 Ehrenberg, yea;
Councilman Jorvig, yea; Councilman Schadow, yea; Councilman Wolfe, yea; Mayor
Fernstrom, yea.
Partial Payments on Contract Work
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councioman Schadow, the following
payments on contract_work, presented by the City Engineer were approved, and the
City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checks for
their respective amounts, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present:
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Partial Payments continued
PARTIAL PAYMENT CERTIFICATE' N0. 2
Curb and Gutter, Projects 55-84 thru 55-94
Contractor, Victor Carlson & Sons Inc.
Contract Price, $8,255.82 -
Contract Date, September 19, 1955
Amount of this payment, $1,227.87
PARTIAL PAYMENT CERTIFICATE NO. 2
' Pumps, Piping & Appurtenances-Wells No. 8 & 10, Remodeling No. 3
Contractor, Max Renner Well Co.
Contract Price, $20,870.18
-Contract Date, February 20, 1956
Amount of this payment, $12,874.03
FINAL PAYMENT
Record Vault Addition
Contractor, Adams Construction Co.
Contract Price, $8,469.00
Contract Date, November 8, 1955
Amount of this payment, $3,500.+10
Resolution No. 241A amending Resolution No. 241
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Ehrenberg, the following
Resolution was adopted by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present:
RESOLUTI
RESOLVED that Resolution No. 241 setting hearing for Curb & Gutter and Sidewalk
for May 21, 1956 be amended so as to provide for said hearings being held at the
Council meeting June 4, 1956.
League of Municipalties Conference
The Clerk was authorized to make reservations for the Councilman, City Manager,
City Engineer and City Assessor to the League of Municipalities Conference to be
held in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, June 13, 14 & 15, 1956.
Payment to Hennepin Lake Stationers
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the amount of
$9,090.00 was approved as payment to Floy E. Nelson, Vern G. Nygren and James D.
Gross DBA Hennepin Lake Stationers in payment of award and interest in the condem-
nation proceedings for extension of Cambridge Street.
Tract #7 - The North 38 feet of all that part of the Northwest quarter of
the Northwest quarter of-the Section 7, Township 28, Range 24,
Hennepin Cp. described as follows:
"Commencing 443.71 feet south of the Northwest corner
of said Section 7; thence South 393.2-feet; thence
North 76 degrees East 140 feet; thence North 358 feet,
thence West 135.84 feet to the beginning except Belt Line
Highway."
The amount being $9,000.00 as award and $90/00 as accrued interest, and the City
Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue check for same amount upon receipt of
-signed claim) by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
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Meeting Adjourned
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, the meeting
was adjourned at 12:24 A.M., by unanimous vote of 'all members of the Council
present.
R. C. Fernstrom, Mayor
ATTEST:
fosePh usta0 Secretary