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Home My WebLink About1979/06/18 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular, Ca11 to Order Invocation Ro11 ca11 MINUTES CITY COUI`1CIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PA.RK, MINNESOTA June 18, 1979 � A regular called to meeting of the City Council was order by President Pro Tem Ly1e Hanks at 7:30 p.m, None. The following Councilmen were present at roll call.: ' Ronald Backes Martha Elstrom John Ralles Lyle Hanks Keith Meland Jerrold Martin Mayor Stern arrived at 9:24 p.m. Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney, Planning Director and Public Works Director. 4. Approval of riinutes The motion � abstained. 5. Approval of Agenda It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to approve the minutes of the.Council/Housing Authority meeting held May 31, 1979, and the regular Council meeting. held June 4, 1979, as presented. passed by a majority vote.; Cauncilmen not present at meetings The motion passed 6-0. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Backes, to approve the consent agenda for June 18, 1979, as presented. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by approve the agenda for June 18, 1979, with the Problem, Gordon Middag; lOf, Alarm Ordina.nce. The motion passed 6-0. Councilman Ralles, to addit ion of : 7b , Nois e �a, Reassessn�ent; Meadow TXee City Council minutes, June 18, lg7g PUBLIC HEARINGS A9sessment, Imnrovement No. 79-.�1, paving, curb and gutter, watermain and grading, Meadow Tree Addition, as described in Notice of Hearing published June 6, 1979. Herbert Davis, representing Matterhorn Development, Inc., property own�r, presented a brief objecting to the proposed assessment fo-- the improvemen�s to the property during 1968, 1969 and 1974, �t the time the Iand �.tas owned by the City and the State due to its tax-delinquent status. He stated that MSA 429.017, Subd. 4, was not applicable as it re�ates to reassessment of improvement costs which were cancelled due to tax forfeiture> Hp then summarized the obj ections contained within the brief and' said ti�e assessment should be borne by the City. He further stated the improvement is of minimal benef it to the property owner and the water facility cannot be used . Councilman land sale. Elstrom wonde�ed if the assessment was explaine� at the publ�c Mr. Davis explained neither he nor his client were present at the salee however, he believed that it was explained that a special assessment was pending. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Ralles; to con- tinue the public hearing to July 16, 1979. The motion passed 6-0. 6b. 1609 Colorado Avenue; Resolution No. 6280 Application of Alice Alderson for variance in lot width at 1609 Colorado Avenue, as descr�bed in Notice of Hearing published May 30. 1979. Maynard Greenberg, 1115 Shelard Tower, attorney for the applicants was available to answer questions. There being no one further wishing to speak, the President Pxo Tem declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Elstrom, to wai�;e reading and adopt Resolution 6280, entitled "A resolution granting varianc� in lot width from Section 14-133 of the Ordinin�theoRe2rDistrigt�atG1609g �� permit construction of a single-family house CoZorado Avenue." The motion passed 6-0. -167- City Council 6c. 2520 Boone Avenue; ResoluGion No. 6281 minutes, June 18, 1979 Applicarion o� Charles Desnick for v�riance in side yard setback at 2520 Boorie Avenue, as described in Notice vf Hearing published May 3p, 1979. 2520 Boone Avenue, noted Chat although the Board of Charles Desnick, • Zonin Appeals recommended approval o� a f lve-f oot setback, e requested g inally requested three-foot set�ack. He Council consideration of ]iis orig a�1ow a garage width of ten feet explained a five-foot setback woulde�sons alighting frum vehicles. which would not be convenient for p The Council discussed various alternatives including construction of a detached garage, locating the addition at the �het�rof osed 1�ocationnd�The locating the addition six f eet to the west of P P applicant and staff explained why the alternatives could not be acco�p2ished. Councilman riartin said of the nine houses intedethreecfoot2sideyarddsetback have been expanded.. He believed the reques should be approved; the abutting neighbor agrees, and only two proper�ies are directly affected by the proposal. In response to the President Pro Tem, the Planning Director explained there would be encroachment into the rear yard, if the proposed request is approved. He continued that should the Council grant the request, the motion should include the approval of a rear yard variance. Councilman �lstrom suggested continuance o� the public hearing enabJ.ing staff to provide informaCion on the dimensians of the rear yard. Councilman Backes referred to the minutes of the Boazd of Zoning Appeals •....� meeting which indicated the group believed a hardship existed whereby a five-foot setback could be permitted; the hardship was not sufficient to allow a tilree-foot setback. He continued that the Ordinance is clear on what constitutes a hardship; therefore, he suggested the Council may ��ish to consider amending.the Ordinance. ' The President Pro Tem said due to current economic conditions, the City must consider allowing persons to improve property, expand, etc., or risk losing residents. The Council concurred that variance requests must continue to be heard individually. There being no one further wishing to speak, the President Pro Tern declared the hearing closed. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Ra11es, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6281. Pntir_led "A resolution granting variance in side and rear yard setback from Secti��n I4-128 of the Ordinance Code relating to zoni�g to permir con�trt�cC i��i -'r all expansion in the R-I, Single-Family District, at 252� Bo�ne t�v�l��.�� permitti.ng a side yard of three feet and that rear yard setback require- ments be waived to indicate a setback as shown on [he applican['s plar. (17 feet). -I68- City Council minutes, June 18, 1979 The President Pro Tem wondered yard setback,in that the Board address the matter. if it would be appropriate to grant a rear o£ Zoning Appeals and staff did r,ot . The City Attorney sa�d the Council had discretion to deal with the matter in the f orm of the pending motion. C��uncilman Elstrom ref erted to Finding No. 2 in the resolutian and said the matter should be deferred allowing the 13oard of Zoning Appeals to review and make recommendation on the rear yard setback. It was moved by Councilman Elstrom to defer action until July Z, 1979, and tequest additional information from the Boar.d and detailed informa��or� on the property in question. There was no second to the motion. The main motion passed 4-2 (Councilmen Elstrom and Backes o{;posed). bd. 2245 Quebec Avenue; Resolution No. 6282 Application of James Bernstein for varia�ce in s ide yard setb ac4c at 2245 Quebec Avenue, as described in Notice or Hearing publis�ed May 30, 1979. There being no one wishing to speak, the President Fro Tem declared the hearing closed. � It was moved by Councilman Ralles, seconded by Councilman �Ielar.d, to waivQ reading and adopt Resolution No. 6282, entitled "A resolution grantin� variance in side yard setback from Section 14-128 of the Ordinance CodQ relating to zoning to permit construction of a three-rcot expansior in - the R-1, Single-Family District at 2245 Quebec Avenue." Councilman Ra11es granted contingent matter. off ered an amendmenC to the motion that the variance is upon a resolution and/or vacation oF the easemenc Responding to President Pro Tem Hanks, the City� Manuger said staff �aould review the nature of the easement and would contact tl:e applicant. The motion, as amended, passed 6-0. 6e. 6980-92 Oxford Street; Variance Request Application of Jon,�tterlei for variance in setback at fi980-92 Oxford Street, as describ�d in idotice of Hearing published �`iay 30, 1979 • concurred with the Board of Zoning Appeals' Jon Otterlei, applicant, . recommendation that the Council deny the vax'lance bC�u�ereloc4tedt�o�io}1�ver the setback requirement unCil 1982 or when Cuuntry ha ' . He stated a hardship exists in that Countr}T Club claims ?ts ppened f irst eci.fic numb er af parking stalls lease agreement will be violatedand locations set forth in the lease. is not provided in the quantity There being no one further wishing to speak, declared the hearing closed. � =169�- the President P�o Tem � Ciry Counc:I1 mi.��.�les, .Junc� Lf3, 191y J.man Backes did nor �.�ncic�rsG�nd whY thc v<�r�i�inc-� w�� nec�c��;��rY, Cou�ci ��r-.nlc�cl to l:fie C;�ui7r.:['l. t ncJ i c�:� tc�d r�cir��ii,� t c� �.n �t��l- the r,�rkin�; s�ir.vey P ►�locic wn� nc�t end�-+n�er.�d. H� aske�l par.kin� c�xisted ailcl th�t �1�� j�n}, .f the arkin� rEqu:ir.e�t�ent sc�t Cc�r�h in�'a`�k. le��se couJ.d b�: m�� i n-- staff i P tained �a3tli the insta11a�3otl of a 5.ix�font s�.� The �'lanning Director sCated -tt w3g found clur�.ng �he four surveys that at no time was there more parkin� on rh� 5i�e ��an�ould1belstrip�d1andl fashion. He explal.ned that the east parking ar wvuld provide parking for eleven vehicles, but the current situaCion allows sufficient parking. In response to Councilman Backes, Mr. Otterlei stated the conditions of the lease wou1J be atfer.ted, in that r��n�a�neuverabili�ynof,��ehicles. utilized for parking as ir would eliminal.e cannot be He explained the door on the south side of Che building access for the Country C�uv area located�nn ila`�Sof�thefsixrfoot� nr�- posed tile planting of bushes or a he g P landscaped setback; upon expiration of the :lense with Country Club, the requirements of the Ordinance Code would be met. Councilman �lstrom asked if the Council could �utl�orize preparation of a resolutian for adoption on July 9, 1979, to �nclude a clause tl�at the variance be granted until the Country Club l�ase exp:tres or until J.982, and th�[ the applicant plant a hedge until that time. Tlle President Pro Tem requested that the applicant submit a copy of tl�e lease to the Planning Department for review. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilmart Ra11es, to ""'� defer the matter until July 16, 1979. Councilman Backes questioned whether a parking modification mandated by the City would be under the control of Mr. Otterlei and thexefore cc�n- stitute a violation of the lease. Responding to Councilman Elstrom. he did not believe it appropriate to grant a v�riance for a limited time but, ratller, the Council could grant a delay 3n the required Iandsc�ping as recommended by the Board of Zoning Appeals. The motion to defer passed 6-0. PETITIONS 7a. Boa�d of Zoning Appeals REQUESTS AND COMMUNIICATI�NS Communication from T3oard of 7�ning Ar�E�c�il= relating to date of appoir.finent. Councilman Meland belie��ed rhe iss�� was n��t the date of appointment bvt the election date of of Ficers and cu��'= r r'�� the chairman should. meet with the Council, ��e cantinued if the Bo.:�r.� cannot assemble a quorum for its election, the current of ficers �hc��►lc� serve until such time. President Pro Tem Hanks requested that the �1�;�-irm�n of the Bozrd tiF invited to address the Council on July 9, 1979, -1�0- � .w .e �; ise C.��r n� City Cuunc il minutes, Juiy 18, 1y79 Noise compl��int, fi621 Clliot Viev Road (requested by Counciln►an M.�r[in) . Gordon Middag, 6621 �lliot Viev Road stated . + h� resides tn an R-2 District ad�acent to �n I-1 Distriet, 1�e �aid when �,�- purctiased tli� �rop�rty in 1952, the industrial are�z was undevelope�l; hoveve�, since that time the various businesses occupying the ]and have been disr�iptive both to the environmertt and to the residential inhabit^nts. Nr sai�1 tiie current occuPant, Bell 13�y, oper�te� its de�sel-fi,eled trucks at long daY and night hours which causes much noise. He reported th�3t on June 13, 1979, at 2:45 a.m., street sweepers operated in t�ie area, and he asked that the Co�ncil make preparations �o correct the situacion. It was moved by Councilman Martia, seconded by Cuuncilman Mel�nd, tc direci staf f to notify businesses abutting the residential nei�hbarh��c�cl that they are not to have deisel engines operating after certait� houts; also to communicate to delivery and street sweeping operacors that rl-.eti �ust comply with the Noise Ordinance. Mr. Middag reqUested that outside noise be prohibited between 6 p>m. and 7 a.m. and also that heavy equipment be operated enly fiv� days l?er week; however, he said he would consent to Saturday morning as �.�ell. The President Pro Tem stated he that staff recommend the correcr The motion was withdrawn. could not support the motian and requested solution for an industrial distric�. Councilman Martin suggested that staff could also cottsid�r affi.�in� 1 notice on the north side of tihe industri��l� n�`ed.nh� Je��er�,es ZQuld a3`• not park with their engines operating. five-day program be enacted as requested by Mr. Middag, street sw�epinn may have to be conducted on Saturdays. The Council requested that staff review al1d attemp� to resol��e tlz� �r��"' and advise the Council. Councilman Meland suggested the solution to [tie mat�c�r wo�lld l�� t� enforce the existing NoYse Ordinance. the Director of 1_��sl,�'cti��r�al Ser.vzce� Councilman Ralles explained that it� at i��,� �,n�it1�� tirlci �1��s notified Bell Boy of the disruPt�in ��0��LotJ zero w��,�t��'�• ��tz�� tl�� informed the problem occurred du � r et�i��.,nrea u,l,�n �a�t�j�iE�ri�i� engines remained operating due to the c�i�f�-cU1r� exp ve ��,�.�1C�a �• �E�+'tE'.d the vellicles to restart semi vehicles. The Directo.. su�b � • , stich t�n�e� • �'c�unc.�.lman a greater distance from the resideiness sa�.� rk�� P�"��lern ��'u1� "t�� It'c"�' Railes stated the owner of the btis - ]_7 �.-� ""'"'�I�1 1. � 1, �� 8a . lilec t.ic n.; Reso u� tion No. 6283 RESOLUTIONS AND �RDIN�CES R�solution election. rel��.Cing to June I9, 1979, specia� It was moved by Councilman Elstrom, secondea �y Councilman Ralles, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6283, entitled "Resolution setting polling places and naming election �udges for special state general elecCion, June 19, �979." The motion passed 6-0. 8b. Revenue Bonds; Resolution No. 6284 Resolution setting public hearing; industrial revenue bonds, CKR Development Compan�. It was moved by Councilman Elstrom, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6284, entitled "Resolution calling public hearing for Ju1y 16, 1979, on proposal whereby the construction of a three-story office building would be financed by the issuance of municipal industrial development revenue bonds." Mayor Stern arrived at the meeting. The motion passed 6-0=1 (riayor Stern abstained). 8c . Revenue 13onds ; Resolution No. 6285 Resolution setting Public liearing; industrial revenue bonds, Fred G. Anderson. It was moved by Councilman MarCin, seconded by Mayor Stern, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6285, entitled "Resolution calling public hearing for July 16, 1979, on proposal whereby construction of an office/retail/warehouse facility would be f inanced by the issuance of municipal industrial development revenue bonds.'� Councilman Martin wondered when the Council would be presented the rezoning request necessary to accommodate the proposed development. The Planning Director said the preliminary PUD plan reviewed by the Planning Commission June 20, 1979; a would be held the week of June 25; the Council would on July 9, 1979. The motion passed 7-0. Mayor Stern left the meeting. 9a. Housing Authority or the area would be neighborhood meeting b e presented the plan REPORTS OF OFFICERS BOA.RDS AND COMMITT�ES The minutes of the Housing Authority meetings held May were filed by consent. -172- and Redevelopment 31 and June 12, 1979+ City Council minutes, pt��n��in - a� . _ --- l;omm i s s i c�n g�, Nea___lth Advisory Corma i t t ee 9a, 13�ar___d _of _ 'Loning Appeals ge, Human Rights Comiaission gf. Fire Lane; Resolution No. 6286 �tune 18, 1979 The n►ir�utes of the 1'lanning Commission meeting held June 6� 1979, were filed by consent. The minutes of the Health Advisory Cocnmittee meeting t��ld May 23, 1979, were filed by consent. The minuCes of the Board of 7.oning Appeals meeting held May 24, 1979, were filed by consent. The minutes of the Human Rights Commission meeting held riay 16, 1979, were filed by consent. Fire lane designation; Knollwood Village/ Target. . Resolution No. 6286, entitled "Resolution authorizing placement of traffic control signs establishing f ire lanes," was adopted by consent. 9g. Fire Lane; Resolution No. 6287 Fire lane designation; 1351 Nampshire �venue. � Resolution No. 6287, entitled "Reso.lutiun � authorizing placement of traffic control signs establishing f ire lanes," was adopted by consent. 9h. Fire Lane; Resolution No 6288 Fire lane designation; `�Jestwood Patio Homes. Resolution Na. 6288, entitled "Resolution authorizing placement of traffic c�n�x'ol signs establishing fire lanes," was adopted by consent. 9i. Tax-Forf ei t Land ; Resolutions 6289 & 6290 Determination of �ublic need £or tax-forfeit land (CASE N0. 79--42-RE) . It was moved by Councilm�n Clstrom, seconded by Councilman Meland, to wa3ve reading and a�dopt R�5°�-u��andNstiow�$on en�itl�d "Resolution approving designati�n of nonconserva��on classification list 645-C by Board of County Commission�r5 of l�ennepin Count " releasing Parcels 2, 4, 8, 11 & i2 listed in report dat;ed .�une 18, Y� 1979. The motion passed 5-0 (Councilman Backes was not present). It was moved by Councilman Elstrom, seconded by Cou��.�ilman '�teland, tc� wa�ve entit:led "Resolurion �a��ttior�zin�; reading and adopt Resolution No. 6290, „ ro �rtics. application for conveyance of tax-�oxfE�� Lands� ret�:tt�ing i' P The motion assed 5-0 (Gouncilman Backes was not l�resent)• P _173- � � � � ;� June 18, 1979 City Council minutes, 9� , p 1_ �ng Grant ; Resolution No. 6291 Plannin� assistance grant application/amendment relating to Comprehensive Plan. ` It was amoved by Councilman Martin, aeconded by Councilman Elstrom, to waive.reading and adopt Resolution No. 6291, uestin 1978-79 local planning assistance grant entitled 'aResulution req g funds from �he ��etropolitan Council." The motion passed 6-0. The City Manager explained the entire plan is projected to be completed by December 31, 1979; therefore, it would be necessary that the Council set dates for its review of the plan, preferable in August or September. The President Pro Tem requested that staff poll the Council. 10a. Appointments UNFINISHED BUSINESS Appointments Commissions. to City Advisory Boards and � � The Council agreed to discuss appointment to � the Suburban Rate Authority filling the vacancy created by the resignation of Robert Ehrenberg at its July 9, 1979, meeting. ........ � � At the recommendation of Councilman Martin, Joseph Casey was appointed to a full term on the Human Rights Commission by the concensus of the Council. lOb . Sign Ordinance Future of sign ordinance (requested rlay 21, 1979) . Councilman Backes said that in February, 1979, the Council Sign Committee concluded its review and presented its report to the Council. He noted that staff's response to conmients received at the May 21, 1979, public hearing were included in the Council's agenda package. He continued the Council must determine whether or not the com- ments should be transmitted to the speakers present at the•hearing. He also did not believe the Council itself had an adequate opportunity to discuss at any length the provisions within the ordinance; therefore, he requested direction, should the Conmiittee be reactivated. He continued another alternative would be to conduct a special meeting on the ordinance. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Martin, that the Sign Committee schedule a single meeting to deal with the matter; the Committee shall determine the time and place so interested persons present at the hearing may be informed. The motion passed 6-0. -174- City Council minutes, June 18, 1979 . � . Ni,�►�way Kevocatiuit; " R��alucion No. f�292 Revocat ic�n of France Avenue portions of Cedar Lake Road/ (deferred from May 7 and 21, 1979). It was moved by Councilman Meland seconded by c;ou�cilman Backes, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6292, entitled "Resolution aUthorizing agreement between the City of St. Louis Park and Kennepin County Department of Transpo�ctation for the revocation of Cedar I.ake Road from Highway 100 to France Avenue and France Avenue from Higt��ray l69 to the north City limits." The motion passed 6-0. lpd, Nature Center Final design, Westwood Hills Environmental Education Center building. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Meland, to authorize preparation of final design. 10e. The motion passed 5-1 (President Pro Tem Lyle Hanks opposed). Park Purchase of Park Tavern, 7201 Minnetonka 1'avern Boulevard . Councilman Meland to the lessee shall pay land shall remain on It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by authorize execution of purchase agreement at $105,OQ0; $600 per month, and the restrictions to the use af the the deed for five years. Ben Weber informed the Council than the ten or more years he $600 per month. he agreed.to an eight-year restriction ratheT originally preferred because the rent would be Councilman Martin amended the motion to indicare a deed restrictian of eight years. Responding to the President Pro Tem, the City Manager explained staff recommends $831 per month rent. Councilman Martin did not believe the deed restrictii�uoruat [heusitehe property value nor would there agaiW�n� aompetition in tlic ��rea, snd He said it is good business to not �oW IInd succeed wititout � b iven every cilance to g Weber s endeavor should e g another competitor. � the Gouncit ��uthorized staff to Councilman Bac�.es noted that ln Ja.ntiary, �,rovz�l; the enter into negotiations for an agreement for C�unCit '�Pl ne oti rice was to be based upon t��e �El l�r's own �i sti i°Cions wou1d g ated p ro ert o eratin as a tavern He cantinu�� }1e �� P P Y P g ' rc� erty . HF ndded that the have a direct effect on �he value of th� P P' ercent r�e to � 6.86 p Council is responsible for CiCy �unds, �t��l �� tz� ,,, ot in Cl�� b�st inC��r.es� of �th� ncilxdo��whot return on an investment is n t�e fu� �t��. 1�� rh�. Cou a higher yield could be attained• have control on the len�tll of the l�n�e. 17�.. � J City Council minutes, June 18, 1979 seconded by Councitman Meland, to 1men�J I.t w�s moved by Councilman Martin, urchase �greement at $105,000 f�r the mot�ion to authorize execution of a p . e Park Tavern at 7201 Minnetonka Boulevard, the seller shall pay a monthly th ro erty until December 31, 1979, at which payment of $600 to lease the P p . the deed restrictions on the propext lease shall be $831, Y time the monthly ears. shall remain in effect for eight y The motion passed lOf. Alarm Ordinance 5-1 (Councilman Backes opposed). Amendment to Ordinance Code relating to burglary alarm systems (requested by President Pro Tem Hanks). The President Pro Tem requested that the Council Committee to study the matter set an afternoon meeting to review the ordinance. Councilman Martin requested a representative from the Police Department be present at the meeting. lla. Dwelling Unit Inspection NEW BUSINESS r Councilman Ralles, to waive °� reading f or July 9, 1979 . The motion passed 6-0. _.,.,.,,� llb. Employee Assistance , Councilman Meland, to execution of contract. The motion passed 6-0. 11c. Sale of 20XX Flag Avenue First reading of Ordinance Code amendment relating to inspection of dwelling units. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by first reading of ordinance and set second Third-Year Employee Assistance Program (M. & C..No. 79-19). It was moved by Councilman Backes, seconded by approve the third-year program and authorize Sale of City-owned property at 20XX Flag Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Meland, to reject the bid of $11,800. C Responding to Councilman Backes, Mr. Paul Eddy stated $11,800 was the fair, correct, legitimate bid price, but he had been informed a second buyex was interested in purchasing the property at $11 S00 and therefore he sub�ttE�� a bid at $11,800. He explained the knowledge of�another erson interested # in the property, etc., followed his original off er to purchase the propert}� � St $10,000. Responding to Councilman Elstrom, the President Pro party did not bid on the property. -176- Tem stated the second City Cou�cil minutes, June 18, 1979 The motion passed 4-2 (Councilmen Elstrom and Backes opposed). I� w�as moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to waive first reading of ordinance amen�ed to $10,000 and set second reading for July 9, 1979. Tlle motion passed 4-2 (Councilrnen Elstrom and Backes opposed). 11d. [iid Tabulation Bid tabulation, Oak Park Village landscaping. It was moved by Councilman Elstrom, seconded by Councilman Backes, to designate Natural Green lowest responsible bidder and authorize execution of contract at $9,487. The motion passed 6-0. lle. Rid 7abulation Bid tabulation, street improvement project, Candlestick Park. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Martin, to designate Hardrives Construction Company lowest responsible bidder and authorize execution of contract as follows: Project 78-46, $103,858.59; Project 78-44, $203,068.50; Project 79-13, $127,239, for a total contract of $434,166.09. The motion passed 6-0. llf . Bid Tabulation Councilman Elstrom, responsible bidder Bid tabulation, street improvement project, Minikahda Oaks. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by to designate Hardrives Construction Company lowest and authorize execution of contract as follows: Pr�ject 79-01, Proj ect 79-03, Project 79-43, $276,815.41; $158,704.75; $22,237.92, The motion passed 6-0. llg. Trail Construction and the Izaak Project 78-41, $16,048.10; Project 79-08, $89,834.29; for a total contrAct of $563,640.47. Meadowbrook Road trail. The City Engineer summarized recommendations and explained Walton League are basicall.y in concurrence. the staff reporC/ the neighborhood Martin believed the proposal wouldTheeBstated�thed Councilmen Ral].es and the picnic area. Y from the �o1f course tO eargndsf eltnthe City has Po�ential liability for Aolfers are also concern injurie�. 0 12a. 1 City Council minutes, June 18, 1979 Tl1e President Pro Tem explained that the Minneapolis agree to the location of facio�tbeSlocated elsewhere. asking that the tables will n Responding to Councilman MarCin, Mark Ennenga, Izaak believe the proposed trail wouldldabeeused�aspa�dump• trail construction, the area wou leaves, etc. Park Board must the neighborhood is Walton League, did not He suggested with no site f or dirt, sand, It was maved by Councilman Meland, seconded b� Councilman Martin, to accept th�_ Sr_3f f r��rt inclu�in� locati�n �f the t�aii a1o^� :•�2a�o-.�r�ok 5.�le��r�; a bic3�cle rack and b0-foot cul-de-sac at the west end of Meadowbrook Boulevard in place of a parking lot; relocation of the canoe landing and picnic area within the golf course. The motion passed 6-0. Damage Claims MISCELLANEOUS Damage claims: 1) Ro.bert Allen Rose 2) Gary Jorgensen, 2745 Salem Avenue 3) Sam Kantor, 2936 Ottawa Avenue. The claims were f,iled with the City Clerk for proper action by the City Manager and City Attorney by consent. -�-�- �-, 12b . Communicat ions from President Communications from President Pro Tem. Pro Tem, Resolution 1) Police Chief Commendation - It was moved No. 6293 by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6293, entitled "A resolution commending Richard Setter for outstanding professional achievement." The motion passed 6-0. 2) Meeting Dates - The Council ordered the July 2, 1979, meeting rescheduled Co July 9, 1979. 12c. Communications CoBmuaications from City Manager. from City Manager The City Manager announced he would be out of the City June 29 through July 8, 1979, and Mark Sather would be acting Ci�y Manager during that period. -178- 4 � �.....---�-• ^--" _ . � �' City Council minutes, June 13a. Ver_ i__._ � ied G la ims prepared by the .lune 18, 1979, f�r payroll wer Treasurer were 6-0. Director of in the total e approved, authorized t 13b. Contract Payments; Resolution No. 6294 18, 1979 Verified claims. Upoil mc>tion by C�uncilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Ralles, the list of verified claims Finance and directed to the City Council, dated amounts of $817,6gg.06 for vendors and $9,475.79 and the Ci�.y Manager, City Clerk and City o issue checks in the same amounts by a vote of It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to approve and authorize the f ollowing payment : 1) Partial payment, Project 78-52, renovation of Lenox School, A.B.J. Enterprises, Inc. Amount: $50,610.05. The moCion passed 6-0. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6294, entitled "Resolution accepting work on heating system installation," for the following payment: 2) Final payment, Contract 1288, radiant heating system installation, Galaxy Mechanical Contractors, Inc. Amount: $2,237.50. The motion passed 6-0. 14. Adj ournment ' Attest: Beverly F Record ing snagan Secretary On motion by Councilman Backes, seconded by Councilman Meland, the meeting was adjourned at 10:33 p.m., by a vote of 6-0. 1'" ' I� e Hanks President -179- Pro Tem �