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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973/01/02 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - RegularMINUTES CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA January 2, 1973 1, CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Pucci at 8:05 p.m. 2. INVOCATION Invocation was given by The Rev. Milton Lenz of the Aldersgate Methodist Church, 3. ROLL CALL The following Councilmen were present at roll call: Frank Fleetham Richard Graves Rose -Mary Griak Lyle Hanks Leonard Thiel Frank Pucci Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney, Planning Director, .Director of Public Works, and Secretary. 4. MINUTES On motion of Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Graves, the minutes of the regular meeting held December 18, 1972; were approved by a six yea vote. 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS i (a) APPLICATION FOR INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SUNDAY SALE BY THE HIPPOGRIFF, SHELARD PARK, HIGHWAY 12 AND HIGHWAY 180 AS DESCRIBED IN NOTICE OF HEARING PUBLISHED DECEMBER 21 AND DECEMBER 28, 1972 Mayor Pucci opened the hearing. There being no one present wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed, 0 Council Minutes, January 2, 1973 5. (a) It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to grant the license for Sunday Sale to The Hippogriff. The motion carried 5 - 1, Councilman Griak voting nay. 6. PETITIONS, REQUESTS, AND COMMUNICATIONS (a) REQUEST OF PLACET PRODUCTS TO ADDRESS COUNCIL CONCERNING EXTENSION OF TIME TO CONFORM TO AIR POLLU- TION ORDINANCE Mr. John Miller, representing Placet Products, had given to Council a copy of a letter indicating a proposed lease of property in St. Bonifacius and a copy of the building plans which had been approved. He explained that the builder stated he..would be able to complete the building 120 days from February 1. It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Graves, to grant the extension to June 1, 1973. The motion carried 6 - 0. 7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES w. (a) RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH STATE OF MINNESOTA - STORM SEWER PROJECT 72-14 RESOLUTION NO, 4715 It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4715 entitled, "Resolution of Agreement with the Minnesota Highway Department for Cooperative Use Storm Sewer Construction, Project No. 72-14. " The motion carried 6 - 0. (b) RESOLUTION INCREASING DESIGNATED MAXIMUM AMOUNT TO BE KEPT IN DEPOSITORY RESOLUTION NO, 4716 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4716 entitled, "Resolution Increasing Designated Maximum Amount to be Kept in Depository. " motion carried 6 - 0. (c) RESOLUTION APPROVING SECURITIES FOR COLLATERAL FROM AMERICANA STATE BANK OF EDINA, EDINA, MINNESOTA N The Council Minutes, January 2, 1973 7, (c) RESOLUTION NO. 4717 It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Graves, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4717 entitled, "Resolution Approving Securities for Collateral from Americana State Bank of Edina, Edina, Minnesota. " The motion carried 6 - 0. (d) RESOLUTION OF OBJECTION TO METROPOLITAN SEWER BOARD SERVICE CHARGES RESOLUTION NO. 4718 It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4718 entitled, Resolution of Objection to Metropolitan Sewer Board Service Charges. " The motion carried 6 - 0. 8. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMITTEES (a) REPORT CONCERNING ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR LOUISIANA AVENUE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Fleetham, to authorize execution of contract for engineering services with Carter, Krueger and Associates, Inc. The motion carried 6 - 0. (b) REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 72 -57 -SP) RECOMMENDING FAVORABLY, WITH CONDITIONS, UPON THE REQUEST OF NORTHLAND ALUMINUM PRODUCTS, INC. FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE APPROVED SPECIAL PERMIT FOR THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT UNIT UNDER SECTION 6:176.3 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO INCLUDE DETAILED PLANS FOR ADDITIONAL PLANS FOR ADDITIONAL CONSTRUCTION ON LOT 3, BLOCK 1, DALQUIST INDUSTRIAL PARK FOR PROPERTY LOCATED IN AN I-1 DISTRICT The Planning Director explained the proposed amendment to the special permit and the City Manager indicated that there is still a problem with air pollution constituting an odor problem which has not yet been resolved. Mr. Don Rustad, Deputy Vice President of Northland Aluminum Finishers, explained the various methods being explored concerning the pollution problem, indicating that in 90 days they should know if a new chemical being tested by E. I. DuPont could be substituted for a product now being used in the teflon process. If this product does not meet with success he felt it would be 3 to 6 months to discover whether an incineration or charcoal filter system would 3 y Council Minutes, January 2, 1973 8. (b) be a solution to the problem. RESOLUTION NO. 4719 It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4? 19 entitled, "Resolution Amending Resolution 4557 Granting Permit Under Section 6:176.3 of the St. Louis Park Zoning Ordinance for Industrial Development Unit, Dalquist Industrial Park. " The motion carried 6 - 0. It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, to extend the conformance date of the air pollution ordinance 90 days. The motion carried 6 - 0. (c) MINUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD DECFJVIBER 69 1972 There being no objection, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (d) MINUTES OF PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING HELD DECEMBER 13, 1972 Upon hearing no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (e) MINUTES OF CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING HELD DECEMBER 14, 1972 Upon hearing no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (f) MINUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD DECEMBER 20, 1972 Upon hearing no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (g) MINUTES OF HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MEETING HELD DECEMBER 20, 1972 After discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (h) REPORT OF STAFF (CASE NO. 72-26-MISC.) RELATIVE TO SIDE- WALKS IN AREAS OF SHOPPING CENTERS (REQUESTED BY F, Council Minutes, January 2, 1973 8. (h) COUNCIL MAY 30, 1972) Council felt they should hold study meeting on this matter on a night when a regular meeting of Council is not scheduled. (i) REPORT OF CITY MANAGER (M&C NO. 72-46) RELATIVE TO 1973 PERSONNEL PROGRAM RESOLUTION NO, 4720 It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4720 entitled, "Resolution Adopting Position Classification Assignment Table Effective January 1, 1973. " The motion carried 6 - 0. ORDINANCE NO, 1205 It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to waive reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1205 entitled, "An Emergency Ordinance Amending the Following Sections of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code Relative to the Position Classification Plan, Compensa- tion Plan, Basic Personnel Policy and Conditions of City Employment: Section 1:308 Compensation Plan." The motion carried 6 - 0. (j) MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - NOVEMBER 1972 There being no discussion, the report was ordered by the Mayor to I be received f or filing. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS/ COMMISSIONS It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Graves, to reappoint Karen Michaels to the Planning Commission and Ted Shirley and Robert Lang to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission. The motion carried 6 - 0. Councilman Griak nominated H. Toberman for service on the Citizens Advisory Commission. 10. NEW BUSINESS (a) TABULATION OF BIDS - STREET WORK SUPPLIES It was moved by Councilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman Griak, to designate the following. lowest responsible bidders and 5 Council Minutes, January 2, 1973 Midwest Asphalt Corp, 5C-3000 10. (a) authorize execution of contraCarlson, Inc. , AC-1 Bituminous Bituminous Mixture; Bury & Midwest Asphalt Corp. ; Mixturere ; SC-250 Bituminous MchtRefining Co. ; Class V Gravel, RC-800, Cut-BackAsphalt, Ko W. G. Pearson, Inc. ; FA-4 Seal Coat Aggregate, Northwestern Gravel Co. ; MC-70 Cut He Asphalt, W. • Barber Oil Co. #F FA-1 Sand, Buesing Bros. Trucking, Inc.; and Class II Limestone, Buesing Bros. Trucking, Inc. The motion carried 6 - 0. () b EMPLOYMENT OF CONSULTING ENGINEER - REMODELING SANITARY SEWER PUMP STATIONS (M&C NO. 72-45) It was moved by Councilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman Graves, to amend contract with Schoell & Madson to include remodeling of sanitary lift stations at 31st and Dakota and32nd and Oregon and authorize its ©xecution. The motion carried 6 - 0. (c) CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 - EXTENSION OF TIME - SIXTY DAYS - CONTRACT WITH NORTHERN CONTRACTING INC. FOR REMODEL- ING OF SANITARY SEWER LIFT STATIONS, IMP. NO. 72-18 AND 72-20 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Graves, to authorize execution of the proposed change order. The motion carried 6 - 0. (d) ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT (M&C NO. 72-47) It was moved by Councilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to authorize execution of contract with B & E Patrol. The motion carried 6 - 0. Councilman Griak moved to increase license fees for dogs to $3. 00 for male and spayed females and $4. 00 for unspayed females. Councilman Thiel seconded and the motion carried 6 - 0. (e) CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 - EXTENSION OF TIME - FOURTEEN DAYS - GENERAL COATING, INC. - PAINTING OF GROUND RESERVOIR NO, 11 29THA ND IDAHO AVENUE It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, to authorize execution of the proposed change order. The motion carried 6 - 0. 11, MISCELLANEOUS (a) DAMAGE CLAIMS 0! Council Minutes, January 2, 1973 11. (a) 1. Rodney Parke Walker, 4600 Fillmore St. N. E. 2. Richard Morgan, 8200 West 34 a Street 3. Robert Giere, 1815 Melrose Avenue Councilman Hanks moved to file claims with Clerk for proper action by the City Manager and City Attorney. Councilman Thiel seconded and the motion carried 6 - 0. (b) LAND USE GUIDE PLAN FOR VILLAGE OF PLYMOUTH Councilman Fleetham moved that staff be authorized to appear for Council on behalf of the City at the public hearing to be held January 10, 1973. Councilman Graves seconded and the motion carried 6 - 0. (c) CONSULTANT SERVICES - CREOSOTE AREA The City Manager explained that changes have been made in the proposed contract since the time of the original proposal which are not agreeable to the City. Councilman Graves moved that contract be negotiated to the satisfaction of staff or contract not be executed. Councilman Griak seconded and the motion carried 6 - 0. (d) REPORT OF MRS. JACKIE INGERSOLL CONCERNING PROPOSED I-394 After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the report be forwarded to the proper authorities. The motion carried 6 - 0. Councilman Fleetham suggested that a resolution be prepared indicating positive action. 12. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS, AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS On motion of Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Graves, the lists- of verified claims prepared by the Director of Finance and presented to the Council dated January 2, 1973 in the total amounts of $7, 243. 50 for payroll, and $71, 246. 55 for vendors were approved, and the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checks covering same by a six yea vote. (b) CONTRACT PAYMENTS 7 Council Minutes, January 2, 1973 12. (b) 1. Partial Payment No. 5, Imp. Nos. 65-20, 68-03, 72-23, 72-26, 72-29, and 72-32, Storm Sewer, Sanitary Sewer and Water Main. Contractor, C. S. McCrossan, Amount, $36, 356. 60. Z. Partial Payment No. 5, Imp. No. 72-12, Paving, Curb and Gutter and Sidewalk Repair and Misc. Utilities. Contractor, H. J. A. Construction Co. Amount, $7, 981. 76. 3. Partial Payment No. 4, Imp, No, 72-11, Paving, Curb and Gutter, and Miscellaneous Utilities, Contractor, C. S. McCrossan Co. Amount, $6,456.76. 4. Partial Payment No. 3, Imp. No. 67-39, Storm Sewer. Contractor, Northdale Const. Co. Amount, $24, 116.40. 5. Partial Payment No. 1, Construction of Park Shelters. Contractor, Nystrom Constructors, Inc. Amount, $27, 626. 04. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, the above payments on contract work presented by the Director of Public Yorks were approved, and the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checks for their respective amounts by a six yea vote. Be ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Hanks, the meeting was adjourned at 9:22 p.m. by a six yea vote. Attest: Alice M. Carlson, Secretary