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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974/05/20 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular1. 2. 3. 4. CALL TO ORDER A regular 8:02 p.m. ROLL CALL � � � ._ .�/ MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA May 20, 1974 meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Fleetham at The following Councilmen were present at roll call: Lyle Hanks Keith Meland Leonard Thiel Seymour Druskin Rose-Mary Griak Frank Fleetham Also present were the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, City Attorney, Planning Director, Director of Public Works, City Clerk, City Assessqr, and Aating Secretary. Councilman Graves arrived at 8:28 p.m. INVOCATION No invocation was given. MINUTES It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Meland, to am�nd the Minutes of May 6, 1974, to read as follows: Page 107, Paragraph 4, "... and one from Jennings Red Coach. Mayor Fleetham noted that the bills were from Jenninred �o,ach I�n, 4630 Excelsior Boul.evard, however, on one of the bills the name Timrothy_0'Toole's appeared above the account number." On motion of meeting held 5 . AGE NDA On motion of was approved Meeting; Ite Metropolitan Parklands. Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Griak, May 6, 1974 were approved as amended by a 6-0 yea the minutes o� the regular vote. , Councilman Ha�ks, seconded by Councilman Meland, the agenda of May 20, 19�4 by a 6-0 yea vote with the fo llowing additi,ons ; Item 10 (h) , Kilmer Neighborhood m 10 (i) , Human Rights Commission meeting of May �5, 1974; Item 11, (c) , League of Municipalities Meeting; Item 11(d), Fer�ce Ordi�ance; Item 11(e), � -116- Council Minutes, May 20, 1974 �, PUBLIC HEARINGS �(a) ORDINANCE HOME RULE 1 ' .AMENDING SECTIONS 4.02, 4.03, 4.04, 4.05 AND 4.06 OF THE ST. LOUIS PARK CHARTER - REGULATING ELECTIONS Mayor Fleetham opened the hearing. Pepper Nypan, 9228 West 22nd Lane, a member of the Charter Commission, informed the Council that the proposed Charter changes were adopted by a unanimous vote of the Charter Commission on April 16, 1974. She stated that all Commission members share the opinion that the length of campaigns currently is too long and that a four week campaign prior to the primary election is sufficient. Mrs. Nypan stated that she has checked with Bloomington, Richfield and Minnetonka regarding the provisions in their charters on the length of campaigns. All have campaign lengths consistent with the proposed Charter revisions. Mrs. Nypan stated that any person wishing to run in an election would have sufficient time to organize in a four week period of time. Her greatest concern was the affect a three month campaign has on the willingness of the Council to make controversial decisions. She felt that important matters are too often tabled because there is not sufficient time for preparation, and there are times when the Council has postponed important matters until after an election. Mrs. Nypan also stated that if the Charter changes are not adopted, the Commission at present intends to bring the matter to a referendum vote. Mary Richards, 5740 West Lake Street, President of the St. Louis Park League o£ Women Voters, stated that the League passed a resolution recommending that the Charter _.' be amended to shorten the length of campaigns and supports the Charter Commissions' proposed amendments. Councilman Thiel pointed out to the League of Women Voters that he is in favor of shortening campaigns, however, he is not certain that �our weeks is sufficient time for a person running for Mayor or Councilman at Large to become known. Councilman Hanks stated that irom his interpretation of the proposed ordinance, the length of time for the campaigns from filing until the election would be ten weelcs. Mayor Fleetham declared his support for the proposed Charter amendm�nts. Councilman Meland stated that he has discussed this proposal with Mrs. Nypan and other members of the Charter Commission, but he disagrees with shortening the length of the campaign to that extent and he is inclined to vote against the particular section dealing with shortening the campaigns. He also fe�.t that the campaign shortening question is of sufficient importance to the community that it should not be passed without a referendum vote, perhaps during the next City election. Councilman Druskin complimented the Charter Commission on their work, however,�he shared some of the reservations of Councilmen Meland and Thiel, especi�lly the four weeks alloted between the primary and general elections, and thought the proposed period of time places too much emphasis on the primary and �avors the incumbents. � _117_ II Council Minutes, May 20, 1974 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS (cont'd) (a) contyd Councilman Griak voiced her support for rhe proposed Charter changes. She suggested that if reservations exist on Sections 4.03, and 4.06, that possibly they could be deleted for further discussion. Mrs. Nypan then stated that either the ordinance sh ould be unanimously approved as is or suggested changes should be submitted to the Charter Commission. Councilman Han�cs stated that hc thought no onz should need more than ten weeks for his campaign. Councilman Griak sta�ed that she would like to see the recommendations adopted, and if any reservations or. displeasure exists in the Council, the decision should go to a referendum. Ma.yor� Fleetham sta�ed that the sooner a campaign starts, the more costly it will and a campaign started three months in advance of an election will not draw that much artention from the public. He also felt that if the Council does not pass ordinance, a referendum should be held very soon. � the � �l � Frank Howard, 4345 Brook Avenue, Chairman of the Charter Commission, stated that t#ie Council should submit to the Commission any changes it desires or offer suggestions on what it feels acceptable. Mayor Fleetham declared the haaring closed. It �as moved by Councilman Griak, seconded reading and set second reading for June 3, Druskin and Councilman Meland voting nay. I by Councilma.n Thiel, to waive first ���� 1974. The motion carried 5-2, Councilman —'� (b) IMPROVEMENT N0. 74-38, MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT ON LOTS 6 AND 7, I�ROOKVIEW PARK ADDITION (EXCELSTOR BOULEVARD AND ALABAMA AVENUE) AS DESCRIBED IN NOTTCE OF HEARING PUBLISHED MAY 2 AND MAY 9, 19�4 ,� Mayor Fleetham opened the hearing. The City Manager stated that approximately twenty proper�y owners were notified of a recent informational meeting on this matter and only two were represented. T'here being no one p�esent wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. RESOLUTION N0. 5055 It was moved by Council.man Hanks, seconded by Councilman Grave�, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5055 entitled "A Resolution Ordering Improvement, Combining Impr�ovement with Another Improvement, a�n.d Ordering Preparation of Plans Imp. No. 74-38, Paving Curb and Gutter." The moti.on carried 7-0. , �:118- r Council Minutes, May 20, 1974 , PUBLIC HEARZNGS (cont'd) � �(c) IMPROVEMENT N0, 74-39� PAVING, CURB AND GUTTER ON NATCHEZ AVENUE SOUTH OF WEST 26TH STREET, AS DESCRIBED IN NOTICE OF HEARIiQG PUBLISHED MAY 2 AND MAY 9, 1974• � ;I Mayor Fleetham opened the hear.ing. There being no one present wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearfng closed. RESOLUTION N0, 5058 It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Griak, to waive r.eadin.g anc� adopt Resolution No. 5058 en.titled "Resol�.tion Ordering Imp�rovement, O:�dering Preparation of Plans and Authorizing Advertisement for Bids, Improvement No. 74-39." The motion carried 7-0. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS (a) (b) (c) (d) PETITION REQUESTING PAVING, CURB AND GUTTER, 32ND AND BRUNSWICK BETWEEN LAKE STREET AND RAILROAD The City Manager informed the Council the petition did not contain sufficient signatures to waive the required public hearing but di.d contain sufticient percentage to proeeed with the pYeliminary plann.in.g. The Council stated that the project should. be completed this summer, if at all possible. It was moved by Councilman Han.ks, seconded by Councilman Griak, to set date for public hearing for July 1, 1974. The moti.on carried 6-0. (Councilman Graves was not present) COMMUNICATION FROM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVENf�NT COMMISSION CONCE1tnING PROPOSED WORK PROGRAM , It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to meet with the Environmental Improvement Commission on June 17, 1974 at 7�00 p.m. The motion carried 6-Oo (Councilman Graves was not present) NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONDUCT BINGO GAMES FROM JUI�E 30, 1974� TO DECEMBER 31, 1974 �'RIDAY AND SUNDAY NIGHTS o ST. LOUIS PARK VFW ��'S632 There being no discussion, the notice was o�dered by the Mayor to be xeceived for filing. REQUEST OF VFLJ FOR PERMISSION TO DISPLAY FIREWORKS AT AQUILA PARK JULY 4, 1974 The City Manager noted that in. 1973, the.r.e was some p.r.oblem with people throwing fireworks an�. creating a disturbance and �ecommends that the VFW provide more adult super�vision at the fireworks display. RESOLUTZON N0. 5059 � It was moved by Councilman. Gr.iak� seconded by Councilman Meland to waive reading and adopt Resolution Noe 5059 entitled "Resolution Granting Use of City Property" with the condition thdt more adult super�vision be provided. Th.e motion carried 7-0. -119- ��_ ✓" Council Minutes, May 20, 1974 7. PETIT�ONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS (cont'd) (e) PETITION FROM RESIDENTS MEETING WITH COUNCIL OF 3000 AND 3100 BLOCK ON LOUIS IANA AVENUE REQU�gTING It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Graves, to meet with residents on June 3, 1974 at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried 7-0, the (f) PETITION REQUESTING PAVING, CURB AND GUTTER ON IDAHO AVENUE FROM 33RD STREET TO FIRST STREET NORTHWEST Councilman Hanks inquired of the City Manager whether this project could be engineered, designed and necessary public hearings held to allow this project to be started this season. The City Manager stated that it was doubtful if the project could be constructed in 1974 due to lack of staff to perform the design phases of the pro ject. He stated that every ef fort would be made to pertorm the preliminary engineering work for the public hearing this summer. Councilman Hanks stated that the residents want the streets completed or guaranteed the 1974 maximum assessment. He voiced concern in making a committment on a price that is scheduled to be increased in 1975. He then stated that if the work is started this surrnner, the $9 per front foot policy would be agreeable to him. Councilman Griak stated that come back to the Council for communication should be sent difficulities and Council's assessment amount. if the pro ject goes over to 1975, this would have to further review. Councilman Thiel stated that a to the petitioners advising them of the time feeling relative to establishing a firm dollar It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Thiel, that the residents be notified tha t the project probably cannot be completed in 1974 and that if it is not constructed untfl next year, the cost may exceed $9/front foot. The motion carried 7-0. It was m�ved by Councilman Griak, secondc�d by Councilman Graves, to authorize preliminary engineering report and assessment repo�; ts. The motion carried 7-0. (g) PETITION FOR ALLEY PAVING BETWEEN NORTH STRC�T AND CDGEBROOK DRIVE FROM TAFT AVENUE TO PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE Mayor Fleetham stated that notification should be given to the reeidents that the project will not be completed in 19�74. The City Manager stated tha� rhe Petitioner has been informed thaC the project will not be done this aummer. � It was moved preliminary by Councilman Griak, secanded by Councilman Meland, to authorize engineering report and asaessment reports. 'I'he motion carried 7-4• Council Minutes, May 20� 1974 � RESOLUTT � �RDINANCES TtE�LAC�I�N'r `- (a) FIRST READING OF : ORDINAN�E ���,ATTNG JUNK � CAR,� N0. 854 (M.&C. N0. 74-26) � �ENDING-ORDINANCE The City Manager explained that -the only change ro osed ' is the insertion of t ?r P P in this ordinanc� read "street operablehe Word street" in the definition of junk car to It was moved�by Couneilman Hanks, seconded by Couneilman Thiel to first reading and set second reading June 3, 1974, The motion�carriaive 7 - 0. ed -. - -�- (b) FIRST READING OF ORDINAI�JCE DECLARING CERTAIN CATS A NUISANCE PROVIDING PENALTY (M. & C, Np, 7y,_2�� � Margaret G ingerich, 4340 Mackey Avenue, a member of the Community Relation Commission, felt that people should have some recourse to deal with nuisance cats and encouraged Council to pass the ordinance. Jim Hy_de, 2701 Webster, Chairman of the Community Relations Commission, stated that Margaret Gingerich had done an excellent job researching this topic and that he totally supports the ordinance. "He`also stated that people should be told about the availability of altering programs. Councilman Hanks questioned how this ordinance inquired as to what position the City would be The Cifiy_ At-t�rney stated that the owner of the a misdemeanor if in violation of the ordinance. there may be some identification problems, fihis some method for citizens to seek relief. could be enforced and in if a ca�e went to Court. cat would be guilty of He noted that although ordinance would provide Councilman Hanks stated that he would support the Firs-t reading of the ordinance, but he did not know at this point wlie�ther he could support it on seCond reading. � � Councilman Druskin inquired as to th� cost o:I'tl�is pro�ram to the City. The City Manager stated that this matter has not ye-L- been res�arched, but the eost to the City would be that oi issuing a complaint and prosecuting, if necessary. �. It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive first reading on proposed ordinance and set.second.reading June 3, 1974. The motion carried 7- 0. (�) RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING GUIDELINES FOR PAYMENT/REIMBURSEMENT OF TRAVEL EXPENS E RESOLUTION N0. 5060 It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5060 entitled "Resolu-tion Establishing Policy of Travel Expenses and Reimbursements.ff The motion was carried 7 - 0. 121 ` .. � .� �._,. w• Couneil Minutes, May 20, 1974 8. I2ESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES ( c ont inue d) (d) JOINT RESOLUTION EST�ABLISHING ' MEETING DATES FOR SPECIAL MEETINGS OF SCHOOL BOARD AND CITY COUNCIL � . _ RESOLUTION N0, 5061 , , . _, It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seeonded by Councilman Meland to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5061 entitled TTJoint Resolutian �stablishing Special Meeti.ngs of the St. Louis Park City Council and Independent School;Board No. 283.'r The motion carried 7- 0. (e) RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SIGNS PROHIBITING PARKING NATCI�EZ AVENt7E (AUTHORIZED BY COUNCIL 5/6/74) = RESOLUTION N0, 5062 - EXCELS IOR BOULEVARD/ It was mo�ed by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Griak� to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5062 entitled T1Resolution Authorizing Placement of Traffic Control Signs Regulating Parking," The motion carried 6- 0. (Councilman Graves was not present) 9. REPORTS OF OFFICERS , BOARDS 1�ND COMMITTEES � (a) LOGIS FINANCIAL REPORT - - • ., . � ' ' , • ' , ' � 'i Councilman Meland inquired of the City Manager as to when St. Louis Par will be installed in the LOGIS system; the City Manager estimated approz approximately August or September for the i'irst module. Mr. Meland inquired as to whether or not LOGIS was addressing the quest � ' of the right to privacy. The Manager replied that activities are being coordinated with the State and Federal Governments in this area. Councilman Hanks asked why New Hope has dropped from the LOGIS system; the City Manager stated that New Hope apparently did not have adequatef� or feel the need to continue with the computer system. ' The LOGIS Financial Report was ord�red by -the Mayor to be 'received for �iling. (b) MINUTES OF HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MEETING HELD APRIL 17, 1974 There being no discussion, the Minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be reeeived for filin�. • �� � � . 122 , -�� , Council Mfn�.�es, Ma.y 20y 1974 g � REPORTS ( � S ('cant e d ) �-�- (c) MTNUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION NIEETING HELD .MAY l, 19�4. There bein.g no discussion, the Minutes wex�e o rdered by the Nlayor to be received �7 for fil.ingo (e) ig) MINUTES OF STREETS AND HIGHWAY�S COMMI�'TEE OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 7, 1974 There �eing no discussi�n� the. Minutes wez�e o�cde�red by �h� Mayor to be �z•eceive d fo� filing, MINUTES OF COMMC�IVITY RELATIONS CON�'tTSSION M�CT.ING NELD �1AY 9, 1974 Couric�lman Hanks r°eminded. the Coun.cil of the meeting being held on May 23, 1974. to discuss the Bicentennial celebration, Z'here being no further discussion, the Minutes we�e or.der.ed by the Mayor to be received for filing. MINUTES OF BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MCrTING HELD MAY 9, 1974 There being n.o discuss ion, the MinuGe:3 wer.•e ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. MINUTES OF PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY C0IKMTSSION MEETING HELD MAY $, 1974 Mayor Fleetham remindecl the Council of rhe dedication of the memorial and flagpole at the St. Louis Park VFW Post ��5632 at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, Aiay 27, 1974. Councilman Gr.iak inquired as to wheth�r or. n.ot staf.E was draFting a resolution designating clean up week. The City Manager s�a�ed that s�aff wi11 pr.oceed with that matte�. There being no fv.�rther discussian, tlje Minu�e� w�re ord�red by the Mayor. to be recEived fot filing. REPORT RELATIVE TO EXTENSION OF BUS SLRVICE TO SHELARD PARK Councilman Thiel info�'med the Cor�:n.�i.l that two bus shelters wi1.1 be const�ucted in. Shelax•d Park ancl s�xggested that the Planne.r or City Manager contact Mr. Li.ttle of the MTC �ega�r�ding plans. It was moved b� Coun.cilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to concur wi.th the extensi.on of the rou.t�e, as recommen.dedo The motion carried 7-U. pL�3- � Council Min�.tes, May 20, 1974 9. REPI�RTS OF UFFICERS , BOARDS AND COMMLTTEES (ca:at "3) (r) REPORT RELATIVE TO EiTGHWAY 100/36TH STREEr (M. & C. Np. 7r�..�g� Robe�C Ehrenberg, �3elt Line Indta.st��ial Pa.r�k, 4850 West 35th S�reet, was present and stated t�at even with all t:he alte�rnatives reviewed, the project wi11 not please evez�rone, but ur.ged the Counci.l to ���commend an alterna�ive and encourage the State Highway Depa��tment to make an e.az�ly decision. In an��wer to a question from �ouncilman Hanks, Mr. E�hx�Enberg s�:at�d t�.a� th.e Aldersgate Church has been involved in th.e planni.ng of t�.is p:r�oject and seemed in favor of it, es�pecially the br�idg�. It was moved by Cou.ncilman T�hiel9 seconded by Co�nc.ilman Graves, to app:�ove Alternative ��9. Th.e mo�:ion cax°ried 7��a. It was moved by Councilman. Gr�aves, SNr.�r�d���t h��,� Co��ncilm.an. Thiel., tc� h.ave sta{�f prepa�c�� a lecter to the Highway Ce►ranti.ss�.one:�= r�q«.escing app�t•ov�l o� plans .for t�he pedestrian bri.dge by June 15, 1974. The mut�ion carri.ed %-0. 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) (b) REQUEST OF RICHFIELD BUS COMPANY� FOR BUS STOPS O1V MTNI�TETONKA BOULEVARD It was moved by Councilma.n Thiel, second�d by Councilm�in Meland, with conditions outlined by stafF. ZYhe mc�tion car.ried 7-0. to grant permissian SPECTAL PERMIT FOR OUTDOOR SALES, REllDY REN'rS (DErERRED FROM MAY 6, 1974) Jack Fitzgerald, 4911 Excelsior Boulc:vard, the applicant, stated that he was in agreem�ent �with the stated sp�cial cond�itions. Mr•s. A. Hobart, 3715 Joppa Avenue, pr.����it�cf � p�t�ition protesC�ing th� permit, stating that th.e establishmen.[ would bc an �yeyc�re r_a t:he neigh.borhpod, add to the nois e pol.lution, and increas� traEfic an Ju��pa Avcnue. She 5tnted that she does not wish. th� section of the street to appear as a"junk. yard" �nd objects to adding extra t•t°affic on the Jap�a ;�t�rEaet. Councilman Thzel stated that he r�alizcd t:he ne�d lor a Facility such as this in St. Loui.s Par�: and woul.d like to see it avallablt. I�.e stated that he does not think this is the :r.ight Location fox it. Councilman Griak stated that she was noe: cnnvinced that the propos�d would be a smooth operation, bec.ause of outdoor st��.rage, hitching of trail�rs, etc, It was moved by Co�.n.cilma�n special permit for ot�.tdoo r� Mayor Fleetham voting nayo Thiel, secon,ded by Councilman Griak, to deny the sal.eso The m�kipn cr��r.r.•ieci 5-2, Councilman Graves and �ouncil Minutes, May 20, 1974 � p, UNFINIS HED BUS INES S(e ont inue d) (c) LAND ACQUISITION - OXFORD PLA(:ENILNT �f � � , STREE'r E}CTENSION (M, & C. N0, 74-25) RESOLUTION N0, 5063 It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Meland to waive reading and adopt Res olution No , 5063_ , ent.itle d-11Resoluti-on Authorizing Purc�hase of Property for Street Right-of-Way.'T The motion carried 7- 0. (d) JENNINGS LIQUOR - ` The City Council adj ourned relative to a legal matter. to meet in�private with the City Attorney Following reconvenment, Couneilman Druskin statea th�at must act aecording to his own conscience and consider. manner whieh makes sense to him. �� � he felt that he this matter in the - , He then stated that he has looked over the ar.ea in question, done research, and believes that Jerining t s Red Coach Inn and- Timo-thy 0'Toole's are not compact and contiguous. He noted that he had talked to disinterested, knowledgeable people and tends to get the same feeling. He then stated that he wished .to go �n record that he does not believe Jenningts Red Coach Inn and Timothy 0'TooleTs to be compact and contiguous. It was moved by Councilman Druskin, that OtToolets is closed because it motion failed for lack of -a .second . - Mr. Drjskin then advised counsel and will iristruct feelings and request that (e) REQUEST OF SHELARD BATCH PLANT AT THE CONSTRUCT,ION . � to instruct the�City Manager to see does not have a legal license. The the Council that he has liis attorney to advise his name be,dismissed obtained �his own legal the�plaintiff of his from the lawsuit . DEVELOPMENT FOR PERMISSION TO PLACE TEMPORARY CONCRETE SITE OF THE MULTI-STORY OFFICE BUILDING DURING ITS � Mayor Fleetham asked the applicant i:F his:company would comply with the recommended conditions controlling the plantts use. Ray Rierson, 400 West 61st Street, Minneapnlis, of the Model Stone Company, stated that two signatures have not yet been received, that of George Gubbins, who is in litigation with the Shelard Company, but has stated that he has no objec-tions; and that of the owner of_Amalgamated Eating & Drinking. Mr. Rierson then inquired as to isolated instances such as the necessity to work one-half hour .or_so,over the hours specified, and whether or not it would make any difference if a full truck left the site to make a delivery in the nearby area. : - The Council stated that they are willing to grant permissi.on for installati of .the batch plant but insist on strict� compliance.with all conditions. � It was moved by Councilmari Graves,-seconded by Councilman Thiel, to grant the permit with conditions. The motion earried 7- 0. 125 � , f Council Minutes, May 20, 1974 l0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (continued) �pT�ACENIEN'r (f) ACCEPTAN�E OF DEED�_ FOR-UTILITY EASEMENTS --- �g) �h) �� It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Meland, to accept the deeds and order them filed by the City Clerk, The motion carried 7 - 0, _ ; _ ; , , -- � , . RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUISITION, LOUISIANA AVENUE (M. & C. RESOLUTION N0. 5064- � N0. 74-29) St,was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman:Graves, to authorize the purchase and waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5064 entitled 11Resolution Authorizing Purchase of Property for Street R.ight- of -Way .'T The motion , caxrie d 7 - 0. KILMER NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING � Councilman Griak informed the C�uncil tY�at _the _K�.lmer Neighborhood Sub- committee on, I=394 �was in ,support, of. the- Southwest� diagonal mass transit plan but are eoncerned -with the Council's -stand on I-394. Councilman Gria inquired if the Council would like to meet with the Subcommittee. ,. Mayor Fleetham suggested the 'date of JuJ,y 1-5, Council' members. Councilman Griak requested� committee to see if this date was convenient the meeting. , 1974, -which rwas agreeable to� staff to contact the sub- for them and if so, schedu.� � . , �, (i) HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MEETTNG HELp MAY 15, 1974 Following a brief discussion, it was decided to defer this matter until i June .3, 1974 so that some o:l` the Council members could review the report ' of the Human Rights Commission Exeeutive Commit•tee. �, , _ , 11. , NEW BUS INES S ,. � (a) APPOINTMENT TO HOUSING �1ND It�D�V�LOPMGN'1' AUTHORITY � It .was moved by �Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilrnan Thiel, to confil the appointment of Joel Glotter, norr�inated by Ma;�or I'1Ee•tham to the 1{ousi l and Re development Authority with a term exp�iring June 30, 1979. The . motion carried 7_ - 0. (b) . CRITERIA FOR FEDERAL AID TO URBAN PROJECTS� RESOLUTION N0. 5065 It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to waive � reading and adopt Resolution No . 5065 entitled "Resolution Recruesting �l�i Teehnical Advi.sory Committee and the �ransportation Board of the Twin Metropolitan Area to Modify �the Selection Criteria for Federal Aid to�7� Projeets (F,AU) .'i The, motion carried 7- 0. .: � -� 126 • .�. . - -� �-----�--�+ Council Minu�tes, May 20, 1974 1 NEW BUSINESS (cont'd) � (c) METROPOLITAN LEAGUE OF MUNICIPALITIES It was moved by Councilman Meland, secor�ded by Councilman Graves, to authorize -� any Councilman who wishes to attend the Metxopolitan League of Municipalities Meeting on June 6, 1974, The motion car�ried 7-0. (d) FENCE ORDINANCE STUDY It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Graves, to refer this matter to the Community Relations Commission. He x�equested that staff advise Mr. William Putnam, 5207 Minnetonka Boulevard, when this matter was to be scheduled so that he could present his problem to the Commission at that time. The motion carried 7-0, , Cia ' ' ' � � � It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Graves, to have staff do a study of possible park sites in the Elmwood area. The motion carried 7-0. 12. MISCELLANEOUS Y (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY MANAGER Underground Wiring - Texas Avenue A discussion took place regarding the cost for u.nderground electrical service entries to the nineteen homes affected which would require such modifications if the system wer�e installed. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Griak, to have the � City pay the cost of the connections. The motion failed 4-3, Councilman Han.lts., Councilman Thiel, and Mayor Fleetham voting nay. The City Manager info�med the Cnuncil that th� average cost for such work has amounted to approximately $200 per home connection. Councilman Griak informed She reminded the Council residents the impression near future, the Council oF the need for lighting in the area. that at the pu.blic hearinga the Council gave the t�at underground lightin.g would not be done in the Councilman Hanks thou�.ght the peaple should be informed, and that the City should pick up par�t of the connection fee and the property owners pay the balance. He also stated th at if u,nder.ground lighting is going in, it should go in now when. the st�eet is being c.onstructed so as to reduce inconvenience to residents. Councilman Thiel indicated he basically is in favor of underground/ornamental lighting, but that r�esidents should be advised. Councilman Meland stated his suppo�t for the project and felt the City should pursue i�s undergrounding,program for safety and other considerations. It was moved by Councilman Gr'aves, seconded by Councilman C�riak, to have staff communicate with the residents and hold off a decision for Northern States Power until property owners can be advised. The motion carried %-0. ,', 0 -127- �� �.�..... Council Minutes, May 20, 1974. 12. MISCELLAl�EOUS (contad) 13. 14. (a) cont' d 2. Io394 - METRO CO�UNCIL The City Manager informed the Council that the meeting with Mr. John Boland will be at City Hall, Cauncil Chamber.s, on May 21, 1974 at 5:30 p.m. VERIFIED CLAIMS On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, the lists of verified claims prepar.ed by the Director of Finance and px�sented to the Council dated May 20, 1974 in the total amounts of $4,456.07 for payroll and $537p24%.75 for vendo�-s were approved, and �he City Nlanager, City Clerk and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checks covering the same by a 7-0 yea vote. A.DJOURNMENT On, motion of Counc ilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Hanks, the meeting was adjourned at 11:47 p.m. by a 7-0 yea vote. ATTEST: y Z L V � 1 FRANK FLEETHAM, JR�, MAYOR � 1 � �