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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1959/09/14 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular 490 MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA September 14, 1959 1. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by President Pro Tem Jorvig at 8 p.m. 2. INVOCATION Invocation was given by Rabbi Moses Sach of the Bnai Abram Church. 3. ROLL CALL The following Councilmen were present at roll call: H. C. Davis Robert Ehrenberg Torval Jorvig D. C. Messer Ed. Owen Kenneth Wolfe Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Public Works, Planning Consultant, Supervisor of Zoning and Inspection, City Assessor and the Secretary. 4. MINUTES On motion of Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Owen, the minutes of meeting held September 8, 1959, were approved by a six yea vote. 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS (a) PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENTS COMPLETED WITHIN _ THE CITY, AS-DESCRIBED- IN NOTICE OF HEARING PUBLISHED AUGUST 27, 1959, WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENT NOS. 58-66, 58-72, 58-73 and 57-47. President Pro Tem Jorvig opened the hearing on this matter. No one present was interested in this matter. President Pro Tem Jorvig declared the hearing closed. RESOLUTION NO. 1071 . It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Messer, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1071, , entitled, "Resolution Adopting Assessment" (Impr. Nos. 58-66, 58-72, 58-73 and 57-47) . Motion passed by a six yea vote. 491 Council Minutes - September 14, 1959 - Councilman Davis left at 11 p.m. 6. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS (a) COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY COUNCIL OF HOPKINS, MINNESOTA CONCERNING DISPOSAL OF HOPKINS REFUSE AND GARBAGE IN THE ST. LOUIS PARK INCINERATOR. - It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Messer, that this matter be referred to the City Manager to ® communicate to the Hopkins Council that this Council is favor- `� ably interested in this proposal. Motion passed by a five yea C3.a vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. (b) COMMUNICATION FROM JAMES J. BURY CONCERNING ASSESSMENT OF NORTH- SIDE MAIN TRUNK SEWER. It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Messer, that this matter be referred to the Law Department for recommendation. Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. (c) COMMUNICATION FROM JOHN W. BRENNER, JR. RELATIVE TO ASSESSMENT OF NORTHISDE MAIN TRUNK SEWER. It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Owen, that this matter be referred to the Law Department for recommendation. Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. (d) COMMUNICATION FROM DOROTHY R. SPEICER CONCERNING TAXES ON PROPERTY AT 3737 OTTAWA AVENUE. It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, . second by Councilman Messer, that this matter be referred to the City Manager for report. Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. 7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) RESOLUTION SETTING ANNUAL SERVICE CHARGE FOR COLLECTION OF GARBAGE FROM DWELLINGS. 492 Council Minutes - September 14, 1959 RESOLUTION NO. 1072 It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Messer, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1072, entitled, "Resolution Setting Annual Service Charge for Collection of Garbage From Dwellings". Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. (b) RESOLUTION LEVYING ASSESSMENT FOR COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF GARBAGE AND REFUSE. RESOLUTION NO. 1073 It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Messer to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1073, entitled, "Resolution Levying Assessment for Collection and Disposal of Garbage and Refuse". Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. 8. REPORTS OF OFFICERS. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) REPORT OF CITY ACTIVITIES FOR AUGUST 1959 - BY THE CITY MANAGER. On hearing no objections the President Pro Tem Jorvig ordered the report received for filing. (b) MINUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 2, 1959. On hearing no objections the President Pro Tem Jorvig ordered the minutes received for filing. (c) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-27-S) RECOMMEND- ING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF M. P. JOHNSON FOR APPROVAL OF FINAL PLAT OF KNOLLWOOD COUNTRY CLUB ADDITION. John Balich was present in support of the request. It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Ehrenberg, that action on this matter be deferred until September 21, 1959 and that the City Manager be directed to contact developer regarding the deeding to the City Outlot No. 1. Motion passed by a six yea vote. (d) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-92-S) RECOMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF WILLIAM WYNN FOR APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF WYNN'S SECOND ADDITION. 493 Council Minutes - September 14, 1959 Or J It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Owen to approve the preliminary plat of Wynn's Second Addition. Motion passed by a six yea vote. (e) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-106-S) RECOMIMEND- ING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF ADOLPH FINE FOR APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF TEXA-TONKA TERRACE ADDITION. Adolph Fine was present in support of request. O ' It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Messer, to approve the preliminary plat of Texa-Tonka Terrace Addition. Motion passed by a six yea vote. (f ', REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-113-SP) REP- COMMENDING FAVORABLY WITH -CONDITIONS UPON THE REQUEST OF BERNARD HOROVITZ FOR SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10.1-9 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO USE RESIDENTIAL LAND ADJACENT TO COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR PARKING AT 2921-2927 JOPPA AVENUE (LOTS 14 and 15, BLACK 4, SUNSET GABLES SECOND DIVISION) , Bernard Horovitz was present in support of request. It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Davis, to set date for public , hearing on September 28, 1959. Motion passed by a six yea vote. (g) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-78-SP) RECOMMEND- ING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST 07 BERNARD HOROVITZ FOR SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10.3-25 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR BUILDING SERVING FOOD, SOFT DRINKS, ETC.- AT 4220 MINNETONKA BOULEVARD (LOTS 11, 12, 13, BLOCK 4, SUNSET GABLES SECOND DIVISION) . Bernard Horovitz was present in support of request. It was moved Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Davis, _to set date for public hearing on September 28, 1959 Motion passed by a six yea vote. (h) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION(CASE NO. 59-77-V) RECOMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF BERNARD HOROVITZ FOR A VARIANCE OF SETBACK UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 20.4 and 20.5 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE FROM REQUIRED 20 FEET TO 5 FELT AT 4220 MINNETONKA BOULEVARD (LOTS 11, 12, 13, BLOCK 4, SUNSET GABLES SECOND DIVISION) . 494 Council Minutes - September 14, 1959 It was moved by k'ouncilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Davis, that action on this matter be deferred until September 28, 1959. Motion passed by a six yea vote. (i) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-109-Misc.) RE- COMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSIOItO MODIFY THE PARK PLAN BY ADDING LOTS 2, 3 AND 8, BLOCK 1, TUXEDO PARK, TO THE PROPOSED FERN HILL PARK. Robert Corvine was present at the meeting. It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, that the Park Consultant go ahead with plans as ordered, excluding Lot 8, Block 1; Tuxedo Park. ' It was moved by Councilman Owen, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, that the above motion be tabled until Septeffiber 21, 1959. Motion passed by a six yea vote. (j) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION(CASE NO. 59-110-MISC.) RECOMM- ENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF TEE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION FOR ACQUISITION OF LOTS 4 THROUGH 9, AND PART OF LOT 53, BLOCK 291, REARRANGEMENT OF ST. 1.,OUIS PARK FOR EXPANSION OF OAK HILL PARK. Robert Corvine was present at the meeting. _ It was moved by Councilman Messer, seconded by Councilman Owen, to direct the Law Department to prepare resolution auth- orizing acquisition by eminent domain of addition to Oak Hill Park. It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Owen, that the above motion be tabled until September 21, 1959. Motion passed by a six yea vote. (k) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-111-MISC.) RE- COMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION TO MODIFY THE PARK PLAN BY RELOCATING NORTH- SIDE PARK (NOW ON LOTS 7 AND 8, HOME ADDITION) ON LOTS 3 and 4, HOMEADDITION, ADJACENT TO 1€STNOOD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Robert Corwine was present at the meeting. It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, that action on this matter be deferred until September 21, 1959. Motion passed by a six yea vote. 495 Council Minutes - September 14, 1959 _ _(1) REPORT OF THE PUNNING,COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-114-SP) RECOMMEND- ING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF CLARK OIL & REFING COMPANY FOR SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10.3-20 OF THE ZONING _ ORDINANCE TO ERECT TWO BILLBOARDS EACH 6 FtitT BY 40 FT AT 4714 EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD. Mr. Farnsworth was present in support of request. RESOLUTION NO. 1074 It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Messer, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1074, entitled, CD "Resolution Granting Permit under Section 10.3 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of St. Louis ParkRO, amendeco read "upon Cir -condition that three signs be removed". Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. _ (m) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-115-SP) RECOMM- _ENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF NORDQUIST SIGN COMPANY' FOR SPECIAL€ PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10". 3-20 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO ERECT A SIGN 13' 80 BY 161 8L° AT 6905 Wayzata BOULEVARD (LOTS 117, 121, 230, RICHMOND ADDITION) . Mr. Dick Nordquist was present in support of request. RESOLUTION NO. 1075 It was moved by Councilman -Davis, seconded by Councilman Messer, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1075, entitled, "RESOLUTION GRANTING PERMIT UNDER SECTION 10.3 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK". Motion passed by a six yea vote. _ (n) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-116-SP) RECOMMEND- ING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF NORDQUIST SIGN COMPANY FOR SPECIAL PEREIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10. 3-20 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO ERECT A SIGN 5'1060 BY 24' ON BUILDING AT 6905 WAYZATA BOULEVARD (LOTS 117, 121, 230, RICHMOND ADDITION) . Mr. Dick Nordquist was present in support of request. RESOLUTION NO. 1076 It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Messer, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1076, entitled, "Resolution Granting Permit Under Section 10.3 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City Of St. Louis Park". Motion passed by a six yea vote. 496 Council Minutes - September 14, 1959 (o) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-120-V) RECOMM- ENDING 1JNFAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF NORDQUIST SIGN COMPANY FOR VARIANCE OF SETBACK FROM REQUIRED 20 FEbT TO ZERO F1.T UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 20-.4 AND 20.5 OF THE ZONING ORD- INANCE AT 6905 WAYZATA BOULEVARD (LOTS 117, 121, 230, RICHMOND ADDITION). Mr. Dick Nordquist present in support of request. RESOLUTION NO. 1077 It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Davis, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1077, entitled, "Resolution -Denying Variance Under Sections 20.4 and 20.5 OF THE Zoning Ordinance of the City of St. Louis Park". Motion passed by a six yea vote. (p) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-118-SP) RECOMM- ENDING UNFAVORABLY UPON:THE AMENDED REQUEST OF ST. LOUIS PARK SPORTS-AND HEALTH CLUB FOR SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10.3-20 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO ERECT A SIGN 18 Y. .T BY 18 FEET AT 4916 EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD. Jerry Carnes was present at the meeting. RESOLUTION NO. 1078 It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Owen, to waive reading and Adopt Resolution No. 1078, as amended to allow& sign 191 3" by 51 6", entited, "Resolution Granting Permit Under Section 10.3 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of St. Louis Park". Motion passed by a six yea vote. (q) REPORT OF THE PUNNING COMMISSION ‘CASE NO. =59.419. SRfi RECOMMEND- ING FAVORABLY-WITH CONDITIONS UPON THE REQUEST OF PROPERTY MANAGE- MENT COMPANY -FOR SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF- SECTION 10.3-25 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR A FOOD SALES BUILDING AT 8105 MINNE- TONKA BOULEVARD' (SDUTHMEST CORNER OF MINNETONKA BOULEVARD AND UTAH AVENUE) . Adolph Fine was present in support of request. It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Davis, to set date for public hearing on September 28, 1959. Motion passed by .a six yea vote. - 49 7 Council Minutes - September 14, 1959 _(r) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-117-SP) RE- COMMENDING UNFAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF NAEGELE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING COMPANY FOR SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10. 3-20 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE ID ERECT ADDITIONS TO EXISTING SIGN, ONE RACEWAY OF 'BULBS 13 INCHES BY 70 KELT, _ _ SIVAL DECKING 4 FEET BY 70 FELT, AND ONE DOUBLE FACED SIGN 30 INCHES BY 10 F"T AT 3924 EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD (EMBERS) . Zollie Green was present in support of request. ir) RESDLUTION NO. 1079 C: It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman CD Owen, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1079, entitled, T°Resolution Granting Permit Under Section 10.3 of the Zoning Cla _ Ordinance of the City of St. -Louis ParkR", as amended leaving out "raceway"'' and that "broiler sign" be taken down. Motion passed by a five yea vote and one nay. Councilman Ehrenberg voting nay. - - (s) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION(CASE NO. 59-122-SP) RECOMM- ENDING FAVORABLY WITH CONDITIONS UPON THE REQUEST OF MINNESOTA SAND AND GRAVEL COMPANY FOR -SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10.2-4 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO MINE SAND AND GRAVEL IN THAT PART-OF GOV'T LOT 8 (38.03 ACRES), SECTION 4-117-21, _ AND= THAT PART OF GOVtT LOT 1, (4. 18 ACRES), SECTION 9-117-21, LYING NORTHERLY OF CEDAR LAKE ROAD AND NEST OF PROPOSED VERNON AVENUE. It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Messer, to set date for public hearing on September 28, 1959. Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was ,taken. _ (t) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-123-MISC.) RE- COMMENDING UNFAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF WTCN TO LEASE CITY PROPERTY IN BLOCK 5, BROOKSIDE SECOND DIVISION FOR RADIO TRANSMITTING FACILITIES. , ) Councilman Wolfe stated that he has word that they are abandoning the project at this location. _ IVwas moved by Councilman Messer, seconded by Councilman Owen, that this matter be filed. Motion passed by a six yea vote. 498 Council Minutes - September 14, 1959 (t) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-124-MISC.) RE- COMMENDING UNFAVORABLY UPON THE COMMUNICATION FROM A. C. GOD WARD, CONSULTING ENGINEER FOR REES-THOMSON, CONCERNING PARK ACQUISITION OF BASS LAKE. It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Council- man -Owen, to defer action on this matter until receipt of report from Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission. Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. (v) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-125-MISC.) RE- COMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF ROBERT G. CORWINE THAT THE CITY ACQUIRE FROM THE ST-. LOUIS PARK SCHOOL BOARD THE SOUTH- ERLY 30 FEET OF THEIR PROPERTY FROM THE GREAT NORTHERN RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY TO XYLON AVENUE AS ACCESS TO AQUILA PARK. It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Messer, -to authorize the City hanager and Law Department to, negotiate with the School Board for acquisition of 30 feet for - street purposes. Motion passed by a six yea vote. (w) -REPORT OF THE PLANNING .COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-105-VAC) REm COMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF ROY F. PORTER AND OTHERS TO VACATE WEST 31ST STREET FROM RHODE ISLAND AVENUE TO SUMTER AVENUE. Mr. Roy Porter was present in support of request, It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Messer, that action on this matter be deferred until September 21, 1959 and referred to the Law Department to check ownerships. - Motion-passed by a ,six yea vote. , , (x) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-108-V) RECOMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF KENNETH J. RUCKH FOR VARIANCE OF SETBACK FROM REQUIRED 30 FEET TO 9 FEET TO BUILD AN ADDITION AT 2951 VIRGINIA AVENUE, UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 20.4 and 20.5 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE (LOT 9, BLOCK 3, TEXA TONKA ADDITION). It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Ehrenberg, to approve the variance. Motion passed by a six yea vote. 499 Council Minutes - September 14, 1959III - (y) REPORT FROM THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS CONCERNING SIDEWALKS IN THE VICINITY OF THE -NEW JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (REQUESTED AUGUST 24, 1959) . It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, that the City Attorney be directed to prepare a Resolution directing the Director of Public Works to prepare preliminary plans for-construction of sidewalk. Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. Cd - ® (z) RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR ACQUIRING OFF-STREET ett PARKING SITES IN THE BLOCK-BOUNDED BY WEST 38th STREET, OTTAWA �., AVENUE AND EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD, BY A SPECIALASSESSMENT METHOD. It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Davis, that-this matter be referred to the Planning Consultant for detailed study, for size and locations for off-street parking. Motion passed by a six yea vote. - (aa) REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER (M. & C. No. 59-33) CONCERNING NOMINA- TION OF CANDIDATES-IN_CaUNG CITY RT.FCTION. REMLUT'IOW O_ 1080 It was moved by-Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Messer, t9 waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1080, entitled, "Resolution Calling Primary Election October 20, 1959". Motion passed by a five yea vote. _ Councilman Davis,not present when vote was taken. It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Messer, to waive first reading of proposed ordinance amending the St. Louis Park Code relating to nomination petitions-for city - elections,- Section-1:1066, Entitled "Nomination by Petition", and to set date for second reading on September 21, 1959. Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. It was -moved by Councilman Ehrenberg; senonded by Councilman Messer, to waive first reading of proposed ordinance amending the St. Louis Park Code relating to "Primary City Elections" Section 1:1063, entitled"Primary Elections", and to set date for second reading on September 21, 1959. Motion passed by a five yea,vote. Counbilman Davis not present when-vote was taken. 500 Council Minutes — September 14, 1959 ' - ' 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - - (a) ALIGNMENT OF TRUNK- HIGHWAY NO. 169. - Planning Consultant gave a talk and showed maps- of the - proposed alignment of Trunk Highway No. 169. It was moved by Councilman Messer, seconded by Councilman Ehrenberg, that the Council approve the plan,as outlined for No. 169,recommended by Planning Commission, and refer them to Edina and Hopkins Councils for their consideration and a future joint meeting. —Motion passed- by a five yea vote. Councilman ,Davis not present when vote was taken. - - (b) REPORT OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION RECOMMEND— ING ACQUISITION OF PARTS OF LOTS 19 THROUGH 23, BLOCK 2, BROWN— DALE ROWNDALE PARK-FOR EXPANSION OF BROWNDALE PART (DEFERRED FROM SEPTEMBER 8, 1959) . It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman _Davis, that-action on this)matter be deferred until September 28, 1959. Motion passed by a six yea vote.- i:J 4�+��.'��.���� 1,r1r•�.+ _ (c) PROPOSED 1960 BUDGE1— BY THE CITY MANAGER (DEFERRED FROM SEPT-- . _ EMBER 8, 1959 ( AND LETTER FROM SCHOOL BOARD). It -was moved by_Councilman,Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Owen,- that action on this matter be deferred until September 21, 1959. Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. 10. NEW BUSINESS _ (a) APPOINTMENT OF CLERK I. A motion was made by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, to consent and approve the following appointment _ , by the City Manager: Donnis Jayne Duesterhoeft, Probationary Clerk I, effective September 21, -1959. Motion passed by a five yea vote. Counci3man Davis not present when vote was taken. (b) E. T. MONTGOMERY GAVE AN ORAL REPORT ON THE STORM_DITCH PROJECT, NORTH OF 26th STREET— STORM SEWER NO. 25. HE PRESENTED A RESOLU— TION REGARDING SAME. 500-a Council Minutes - September 14, 1959 RESOLUTION NO. 1081 It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Messer, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1081, entitled, "Resolution Modification in Proceedings in Condemnation of Ease- ments for Relief Ditch Authorized by Resolution No. 448". Motion passed by a six yea vote. (c) RE: CONDEMNATION FOR 26th STREET - ATTORNEY E. T. MONTGOMERY SPOKE. It was moved by Councilman Messer, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, authorizing E. T. Montgomery, attorney for the City in condemnation proceedings entitled, "City of St. Louis Park vs Bankers Life Etal", to change Parcel 9(b) to provide for taking the South 25 feet of the East 250 feet of the West 580.7 feet of that part of S4 of SE4, of NEL-1- of Section 8, Township 117, Range 21 lying South of the Great Northern Railroad Right of Way, in place of taking the South 33 feet of the said tract as provid- ed in the original petition. Motion passed by a six yea vote. (d) RE: PERMIT FROM GREAT NORTHERN RAILROAD. It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, that Permit No. 65374, dated August 24, 1959, for the in- stallation of 12 inch water line under the Great Northern Railroad Tracks in St. Louis Park be approved and that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to execute same for the City. Motion passed by a five yea vote. L'ouncilman Davis not present when vote was taken. 11. MISCELLANEOUS (a) DAMAGE CLAIMS 1. Sylvan Levitan, 1647 Ford Road (referred to L. D. September 10, 1959) . It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Messer, that the claim be referred to the Law Department for advice and recommendation. Motion passed by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. r--- - 500-b Council Minutes - September 14, 1959 12. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) Verified Claims On motion of Councilman Wolfe, secondedby Councilman Ehrenberg, the lists of verified claims prepared by the Director of Finance and presented to the Council, dated September 14, 1959, in the total amounts of $2,204.92 for payroll, and $16,955.76 for vendors were approved, and the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checks covering same, by a roll call vote of five yeas. 13. ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, the meeting was adjourned to 4 p.m., September 15, 1959, at 12:15 a.m., by a five yea vote. Councilman Davis not present when vote was taken. a Ar President Pro rAWr orval Jo ig ATTEST: / / / Ar....—.aqdr .e•,fseph usta _Secretary