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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The Mayor called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Anderson, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
ABSENT: Moore
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Finance Director C.
Hansen, Assistant City Manager K. Therres, Recreation Director G.
Hackett, Police Captain D. Oyaas, Parks Superintendent R. Rauen, and
City Clerk J. Lewis
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
DONATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The Council acknowledged a $1,500 donation from Mr. Elliott Belzer for replacement
bleachers at Bassett Creek Park.
COUNCIL MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion: ,
■ The regular City Council Meeting from December 20, 2005; and
■ The Council Work Session from December 20, 2005.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
■ The regular City Council Meeting from December 20, 2005; and
■ The Council Work Session from December 20, 2005.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council will consider the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
1. Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director.
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3. Adoption of Resolution 2006-01 authorizing execution of a conditional use
license agreement with Hennepin County for access to electronic digital data
(GIS).
4. Approval of the annual Council appointments: Mayor Pro Tem — Laurie Ann
Moore; Council liaison to the Neighborhood Leadership Committee — Laurie Ann
Moore; Council liaison to the Parks & Recreation Commission — Garry Grimes,-
Council
rimes;Council liaison to the Human Rights Commission — Mark Hoffmann; Council
liaison to the Environmental Quality Commission — Lindsay Krantz; and Council
liaison to the Planning Commission — Gary Joselyn.
5. Approval of reappointments to the Parks & Recreation Commission for three-
year terms expiring December 31, 2008: Ward 4 Commissioner Elizabeth Reid
and Ward 2 Commissioner William Gentry.
6. Approval of reappointments to the Planning Commission for three-year terms
expiring December 31, 2008: Ward 1 Commissioner Joseph Sears, Ward 2
Commissioner Paul Whitenack, and Ward 3 Commissioner Richard
VonRueden.
7. Approval of reappointments to the Employee Review Board for three-year terms
expiring December 31, 2008: Darlene George (regular member) and Sonnie
Braih (alternate).
8. Approval of reappointments to the Human Rights Commission for three-year
terms expiring December 31, 2008: Leslie Renschler and James Einfeldt-
Brown.
9. Approval of the reappointment to the Environmental Quality Commission for a
three-year term expiring December 31, 2008: Janet Moore.
10. Adoption of Resolution 2006-02 appointing representatives for two-year terms
expiring January 31, 2008 to the Shingle Creek Watershed Management
Commission: Greg Gappa, Brenda Asmus, and Tom Mathisen.
11. Adoption of Resolution 2006-03 appointing representatives for two-year terms
expiring January 31, 2008 to the Bassett Creek Watershed Management
Commission: Pauline Langsdorf and Tom Mathisen.
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12. Approval of the annual appointments for city staff: Hennepin Recycling Group —
City Manager Anne Norris; AMM Representative and alternate — Mayor
Bowman and City Manager Anne Norris; AMM Legislative Contact and alternate
- Mayor Bowman and City Manager Anne Norris; Project PEACE Board Member
and alternate — Police Chief Harry Algyer and City Manager Anne Norris;
NWHHSC Board Member and alternate — Assistant City Manager Kim Therres
and City Manager Anne Norris; LOGIS Board Member and alternate — City
Manager Anne Norris and Finance Director Charlie Hansen; Five Cities
Transportation Executive Board Member — Recreation Supervisor Scott
Berggren; and PUPS Board Member and alternate — Police Chief Harry Algyer
and Captain Dave Oyaas.
13. Approval of canceling the January 12, 2006 City Council Work Session.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to approve the consent agenda, in a single motion.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. Mayor Bowman declared this is the date and time as advertised for a public hearing
at which time the City Council considered an ordinance amending the Crystal City
Charter; adding a section relating to employee compensation and recognition.
Charter Commissioner Naomi Davidson addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to continue the public hearing and the First Reading of an Ordinance until the next
City Council Meeting on January 17, 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann; absent,
not voting: Moore.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
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REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution relating to the Phase 8 Street Reconstruction
Project #2005-05, Forest South Neighborhood; approving certain sidewalk and state
aid design criteria.
Public Works Director Tom Mathisen addressed the Council and answered
questions.
The following persons addressed the Council:
■ Gary Noor, 4212 Hampshire Ave N
■ Ralph Anderson, 6700 — 43rd Ave N
■ Jay Myers, 7024 — 43rd Ave N
■ Janice Jorgens, 4400 Louisiana Ave N
Moved by Council Member Krantz to postpone the reading of the resolution until the
next City Council Meeting on January 17, 2006.
Motion failed for lack of a second.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-4
RESOLUTION APPROVING CERTAIN SIDEWALK AND STATE AID DESIGN
CRITERIA, PROJECT # 2005-05
PHASE 8 — FOREST SOUTH NEIGHBORHOOD
Voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann; absent,
not voting: Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
2. The Council considered a resolution relating to lawful gambling; approving certain
premise permits at Steve O's located at 4900 West Broadway, submitted by the
Armstrong Youth Hockey Association.
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Krantz to adopt the
following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-5
RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING:
APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS
STEVE O'S
4900 West Broadway
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Voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann; absent,
not voting: Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
3. The Council considered designating the City's official depository for the year 2006
as Wells Fargo Bank, NA — Crystal Branch.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve the designation of Wells Fargo Bank, Crystal Branch as the official
depository for the City of Crystal for the year 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann, absent,
not voting: Moore.
Motion carried.
4. The Council considered designating the official newspaper for the year 2006 as the
Sun Post (primary legal newspaper) and the Star Tribune (secondary legal
newspaper).
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the designation of the Sun Post as the primary legal newspaper and the
Star Tribune as the secondary legal newspaper for the City of Crystal for the year
2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann; absent,
not voting: Moore.
Motion carried.
5. The Council considered a two-year Labor Agreement with LELS, Local 56 (police
supervisors).
Assistant City Manager/HR Director Kim Therres addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the two-year Labor Agreement with LELS, Local 56.
Voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann; absent,
not voting: Moore.
Motion carried.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following:
■ City Offices will be closed on January 16 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day;
■ The next City Council Meeting will be on January 17;
■ Citizen Input Hour will be from 5:30 — 6:30 p.m. on January 17;
■ Vacancies on the City's Boards and Commissions.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.
ReNae J owm n Mayor
ATTEST:
Jane,f Lewis, City Clerk
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, January 17, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Krantz, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes.
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Police Chief H. Algyer,
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen, City Planner J. Sutter,
and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The regular City Council Meeting from January 3, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session from January 3, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
• The regular City Council Meeting from January 3, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session from January 3, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director.
3. Adoption of Resolution 2006-06 approving Police Equipment Revolving Fund
Expenditure for the purchase of eight stalker radar units.
4. Adoption of Resolution 2006-07 approving Police Equipment Revolving Fund
Expenditure for the purchase of one Police Community Services Vehicle.
5. Adoption of Resolution 2006-08 approving Police Equipment Revolving Fund
Expenditure for the purchase of two Police Patrol Vehicles.
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6. Adoption of Resolution 2006-09 approving Police Equipment Revolving Fund
Expenditure for the purchase of one Police Unmarked Vehicle.
7. Approval of setting a date for the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization
Meeting on May 2, 2006.
8. Approval of appointing Council Member Grimes and City Manager Anne Norris
as representatives to the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communication
Commission.
9. Adoption of Resolution 2006-10 approving CIP expenditure for Utilities
Department upgrade of the South Lift Station Pump Number 2.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (2)
1. Mayor Bowman declared this was the date and time for a public hearing at which
time the City Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance amending the
Crystal City Charter; adding a section relating to employee compensation and
recognition.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to
appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Bowman declared the public
hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CRYSTAL CITY CHARTER,
ADDING A SECTION RELATING TO
EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION AND RECOGNITION
and further, that the second reading be held on February 7, 2006.
By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Krantz, Moore, Anderson, Bowman, Grimes,
and Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
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2. Mayor Bowman declared this was the date and time for a public hearing at which
time the City Council considered liquor license applications for Stino Inc. d.b.a. Big
Louie's Bar & Grill located at 5216 West Broadway (formally Jake's Sports Cafe).
The applicants, Chad and Justine Johnson, addressed the Council.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to
appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Bowman declared the public
hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
approve the on -sale liquor licenses for Stino Inc. d.b.a. Big Louie's Bar & Grill
located at 5216 West Broadway, contingent upon providing the city clerk with a copy
of the real estate deed.
Voting aye: Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Hoffmann, and Anderson.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution approving Phase 8 Street Reconstruction
Project 2005-05, relating to parking restrictions on Hampshire Ave N and Louisiana
Ave N.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen was in attendance to answer
questions.
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the
following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 11
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PHASE 8
STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT 2005-05
RELATING TO PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON HAMPSHIRE AVE
AND LOUISIANA AVE
Voting aye: Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Hoffmann, and Anderson.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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2. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance rezoning 3249 Douglas
Drive North from R-1 Low Density Residential to R-2 Medium Density Residential.
City Planner John Sutter presented and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE REZONING
3249 DOUGLAS DRIVE NORTH
FROM R-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
TO R-2 MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
and further, that the second reading be held on February 7, 2006.
Voting aye: Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Hoffmann, and Anderson.
Motion carried.
3. The Council considered a variance to modify the setback requirements at 5330
Perry Avenue North.
City Planner John Sutter presented and answered questions.
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Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the variance to modify the set back requirements at 5330 Perry Ave N
(reducing the front setbacks from 30 feet to 10 feet, provided that the setback from
the east lot line shall be increased to 20 feet and the set back from the west lot line
shall be increased to 30 feet, so that all setbacks match the setbacks in place when
the house was built in 1965, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its
meeting on January 9, 2006, and based on the findings of fact outlined in Section C
of the Staff Report.
Voting aye: Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Hoffmann, and Anderson.
Motion carried.
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4. The Council considered a resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan to modify
the Future Land Use map and create a Special Area Plan for unaddressed
Canadian Pacific Railroad property north of the railroad tracks and west of Douglas
Drive.
City Planner John Sutter presented and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
postpone the reading of the following resolution, until February 7, 2006:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 -
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
TO MODIFY THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP
AND CREATE A SPECIAL AREA PLAN
FOR UNADDRESSED CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILROAD PROPERTY
NORTH OF THE RAILROAD TRACKS AND WEST OF DOUGLAS DRIVE
Voting aye: Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Hoffmann, and Anderson.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5. The Council considered updates to the Emergency Operations Plan.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve the updates to the Emergency Operations Plan for the city.
Voting aye: Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Hoffmann, and Anderson.
Motion carried.
6. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance relating to disposition of
unclaimed property; amending Crystal City Code Section 325.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following ordinance:
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ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
DISPOSITION OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY;
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 325
and further, that the second reading be held on February 7, 2006.
Voting aye: Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Hoffmann, and Anderson.
Motion carried.
7. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance relating to the
Administration of City Government, Boards and Commissions; amending the Crystal
City Code Section 305.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE
ADMINISTRATIVE OF CITY GOVERNMENT,
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS;
AMENDING THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 305
and further, that the second reading be held on February 7, 2006.
Voting aye: Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Hoffmann, and Anderson.
Motion carried.
8. The Council considered a resolution establishing a new fee and amending Appendix
IV (Fee Schedule) of the Crystal City Code.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 12
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A NEW FEE
AND AMENDING APPENDIX IV (FEE SCHEDULE)
OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE
Voting aye: Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Hoffmann, and Anderson.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
9. The Council discussed a rental license application for property at 2909 Florida Ave
N.
A letter and petition from the neighbors was received and distributed.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
postpone action on the rental license application until February 7, 2006.
Voting aye: Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Krantz, Hoffmann, and Anderson.
Motion carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
■ The next City Council Meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 7,
2006.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to adjourn
the meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, February 7, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Krantz, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes.
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Police Chief H. Algyer,
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen, City Planner J. Sutter,
Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, Community Development
Director P. Peters, City Forester J. Burks, and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The first Council work session from January 17, 2006;
■ The regular City Council Meeting from January 17, 2006;
■ The second Council Work Session from January 17, 2006; and
■ The closed Executive Work Session from January 17, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
■ The first Council work session from January 17, 2006;
■ The regular City Council Meeting from January 17, 2006;
■ The second Council Work Session from January 17, 2006; and
■ The closed Executive Work Session from January 17, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
1. Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Approval of Resolution 2005-13 authorizing use of Police Equipment Revolving
Fund for expenses relating to mobile data computers and peripherals.
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4. Acceptance of Bob Burns' resignation from the Environmental Quality
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5. Approval of the appointment for City Forester James Burks as the Assistant
Weed Inspector in Crystal.
6. Approval of canceling the February 9, 2006 Council Work Session.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
Mr. John Priscella addressed the Council with concerns about charges to his
utility bill for property located at 4801 Perry Ave N. Council referred the matter to
staff and requested that this be included on the February 21, 2006 Council
Meeting agenda.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a rental license application for property at 2909 Florida Ave
N submitted by Charles VanderLinden.
City Manager A. Norris and City Attorney M. Norton presented and answered
questions on this item.
Letters and emails relating to this subject are written testimony submitted as follows:
■ Letter of Opposition dated January 16, 2006 from eleven property owners;
■ Email from Jim Tumini dated January 23, 2006;
■ Email from Jim Tumini dated January 30, 2006;
■ Email from Caroline and Jim Tumini dated February 1, 2006;
■ Email from Tina and Steve Ennen dated February 2, 2006;
■ Email from Christnagel Family dated February 5, 2006; and
■ Email from Chapman Family dated February 7, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the rental license for property located at 2909 Florida Ave N, submitted by
Charles VanderLinden, contingent upon compliance with A) the conditions outlined
in the city manager's memo dated February 6, 2006, and B) the recommendation of
the city attorney that the landlord be required to provide the city with an executed
lease agreement from each tenant therein, which meets the requirements of Minn.
Stat. Chapter 5048.
By roll call and voting aye: Krantz, Anderson, Bowman, Grimes, Hoffmann, and
Joselyn. Voting nay: Moore.
Motion carried.
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2. The Council received the annual report for the Community Forestry Program from
City Forester James Burks.
3. The Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance rezoning 3249
Douglas Drive North from R-1 Low Density Residential to R-2 Medium Density
Residential.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -1
AN ORDINANCE REZONING
3249 DOUGLAS DRIVE NORTH
FROM R-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
TO R-2 MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Moore, and Grimes.
Motion carried.
4. The Council considered a resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan to modify
the Future Land Use map and create a Special Area Plan for unaddressed
Canadian Pacific Railroad property north of the railroad tracks and west of Douglas
Drive.
City Planner J. Sutter presented on this item.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 14
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
TO MODIFY THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP
AND CREATE A SPECIAL AREA PLAN
FOR UNADDRESSED CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILROAD PROPERTY
NORTH OF THE RAILROAD TRACKS AND WEST OF DOUGLAS DRIVE
Voting aye- Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Moore, and Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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5. The Council considered a resolution authorizing the closing of Florida Avenue N at
42nd Avenue N as part of the Phase 8 Forest South Street Reconstruction Project
#2005-05.
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen presented on this item.
The following persons addressed the Council:
■ Doug Wiswell, 6504 — 42nd Ave N
■ Mary Cesaretti, 6409 — 43rd Ave N
■ Michael Shasky, 4230 Florida Ave N
■ Vincente Flores, 4212 Florida Ave N
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 15
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CLOSING OF
FLORIDA AVE N AT 42"D AVE N
AS PART OF THE PHASE 8
FOREST SOUTH STREET RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT #2005-05
Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Moore, and Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6. The Council considered a resolution relating to the Phase 8 - Forest South Street
Reconstruction Project #2005-05; approving the Plans & Specifications, and
ordering the Advertisement for Bids.
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen presented on this item.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 16
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE PHASE 8 FOREST SOUTH STREET
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT #2005-05,-
APPROVING
2005-05;APPROVING THE PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS, AND ORDERING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Moore, and Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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7. The Council considered a resolution providing preliminary support to Hennepin
County's Medicine Lake Road re -striping project.
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen presented on this item.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 17
RESOLUTION PROVIDING PRELIMINARY SUPPORT TO
HENNEPIN COUNTY'S MEDICINE LAKE ROAD
RE -STRIPING PROJECT
Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Moore, and Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
& The Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance and its corresponding
summary ordinance for publication; relating to City Government - amending Chapter
12 by adding a new section to the Crystal City Charter.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following ordinance and to approve and direct the publication of this
ordinance in summary form:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 - 2
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT
AMENDING CHAPTER 12 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CHARTER;
ADDING A SECTION
(RELATING TO EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION AND RECOGNITION)
And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
By roll call and voting aye: Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Moore,
and Grimes.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
9. The Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance and its corresponding
summary ordinance for publication; relating to disposition of unclaimed property;
amending Crystal City Code Section 325.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adopt the following ordinance and to approve and direct the publication of this
ordinance in summary form:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 - 3
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
DISPOSITION OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY;
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 325
And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Moore, and Grimes.
Motion carried.
10. The Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance and its corresponding
summary ordinance for publication; relating to Administrative Code, boards and
commissions, amending subsections 305.07 and 315.05 of the crystal city code.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following ordinance and to approve and direct the publication of this
ordinance in summary form:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 - 4
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE
ADMINISTRATIVE OF CITY GOVERNMENT,
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS;
AMENDING THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTIONS 305.07 AND 315.05
And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Moore, and Grimes.
Motion carried.
11 The Council discussed the proposed allocation of funds for the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Program Year 2006.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The following announcements were made:
■ City offices are closed Monday, February 20, in observance of the Presidents
Day holiday.
Citizen Input Hour will be held in room A at City Hall from 5:30 — 6:30 p.m. on
Tuesday, February 21.
■ The next City Council Meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21.
The Crystal Frolics Committee is recruiting volunteers to help plan the 2006
Frolics and attend a meeting on Monday, February 27, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at the
Crystal Community Center.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council
the meeting.
Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
ATTEST:
Jany Lewis, City Clerk
Motion carried.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Moore called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Bowman (arrived at 7:13 p.m.), Anderson, Krantz, Hoffmann, and
Moore.
ABSENT: Grimes
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Police Captain Oyaas,
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen, City Planner J. Sutter,
Finance Director C. Hansen, and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Moore led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The closed Executive Work Session from February 7, 2006;
■ The regular City Council Meeting from February 7, 2006; and
■ The second Council Work Session from February 7, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
The closed Executive Work Session from February 7, 2006;
The regular City Council Meeting from February 7, 2006; and
The second Council Work Session from February 7, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
1. Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Approval of the reappointment of Elisa Oliva to the Human Rights Commission
for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2008.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
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PUBLIC HEARING
1. Mayor Pro Tem Moore declared this was the date and time advertised for a public
hearing at which time the Council will consider a resolution approving projected use
of funds for the City of Crystal's 2006 Urban Hennepin County Community
Development Block Grant Program and authorizing signature of the sub -recipient
agreement with Hennepin County and any third party agreements.
City Planner John Sutter presented and answered questions on this agenda item.
Mayor Pro Tem Moore opened the public hearing for testimony.
There being no one appearing before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Pro Tem
Moore declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 18
RESOLUTION APPROVING PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS
FOR THE CITY OF CRYSTAL'S 2006 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE OF THE SUB-RECEPIENT AGREEMENT
WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY
AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS
Voting aye: Moore, Krantz, Hoffmann, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting..
Grimes and Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered the appointment of Janell Felker to the Human Rights
Commission for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2008.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
appoint Janell Felker to the Human Rights Commission for a three-year term
expiring December 31, 2008.
Voting aye: Moore, Krantz, Hoffmann, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Grimes and Bowman.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
2. The Council considered the appointment of Lori Golightly to the Environmental
Quality Commission for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2008.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
appoint Lori Golightly to the Environmental Quality Commission for a three-year
term expiring December 31, 2008.
Voting aye: Moore, Krantz, Hoffmann, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Grimes and Bowman.
Motion carried.
Mayor Bowman arrived at 7:13 p.m. and assumed the duties of the presiding officer
from Mayor Pro Tem Moore.
3. The Council considered a resolution amending Year 2005 Operating and Capital
Budgets.
Finance Director Charlie Hansen presented and answered questions on this agenda
item.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 19
RESOLUTION AMENDING YEAR 2005
OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS
Voting aye: Moore, Krantz, Hoffmann, Anderson, Joselyn, and Bowman. Absent,
not voting: Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The Council considered a resolution approving modification of Water and Storm
Drain Utility CIP Budgets, and Street Department PIR expenditure for the
replacement of a motor grader #320.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen presented and answered
questions on this agenda item.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 20
RESOLUTION APPROVING MODIFICATION OF
WATER AND STORM DRAIN UTILITY CIP BUDGETS,
AND STREET DEPARTMENT PIR EXPENDITURE
FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF A MOTOR GRADER #320
Voting aye: Moore, Krantz, Hoffmann, Anderson, Joselyn, and Bowman. Absent,
not voting: Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5. The Council considered a resolution amending the Residential Equivalent Factor
(REF) for parcel #17-118-21-33-0010.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen presented and answered
questions on this agenda item.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 21
RESOLUTION AMENDING
THE RESIDENTIAL EQUIVALENT FACTOR (REF)
FOR PARCEL #17-118-21-33-0010
Voting aye: Moore, Krantz, Hoffmann, Anderson, Joselyn, and Bowman. Absent,
not voting: Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance amending Section 211.01
of the Crystal City Code; relating to mayor and council salaries for 2007-2008.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following ordinance:
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Regular agenda continued
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 211.01
OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE
RELATING TO MAYOR AND COUNCIL SALARIES
FOR 2007-2008
And further, that the Second and Final Reading will be held on March 21, 2006.
Voting aye: Moore, Krantz, Hoffmann, Anderson, Joselyn, and Bowman. Absent,
not voting: Grimes.
Motion carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Council discussed the following:
■ An Open House will be hosted to discuss regulations relating to motor vehicle &
equipment parking and storage from 4:00 — 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 23
at City Hall. Everyone is welcome!
■ The City of Crystal will host a Legislative Breakfast Meeting on Saturday,
February 25 from 9-11:00 a.m. in the Community Room at Crystal City Hall.
■ The next City Council Meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 6.
■ Council Member Krantz invited residents to an informal meeting in the
Community Room at City Hall on Wednesday, March 8 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss
pedestrian safety issues on County Road 81.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council
the meeting.
Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 7:34 p.m.
ATTEST:
J t Lewis, City Clerk
Motion carried.
ReNae J�AOW7 ri, Mayor
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Monday, March 6, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Krantz, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes
STAFF: Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, City Attorney S. Bubul,
Police Chief H. Algyer, City Planner J. Sutter, Code Enforcement/Zoning
Administrator J. Zimmermann, and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Bowman led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The first Council Work Session from February 21, 2006;
■ The regular City Council Meeting from February 21, 2006; and
■ The second Council Work Session from February 21, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
The first Council Work Session from February 21, 2006;
The regular City Council Meeting from February 21, 2006; and
The second Council Work Session from February 21, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director; and
3. Approval of canceling the March 9, 2006 Council Work Session.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the consent agenda, in a single motion.
Motion carried.
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OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
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REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered the appointment of Dutch Fischer to the Human Rights
Commission for an unexpired term, expiring December 31, 2007.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn
to appoint Dutch Fischer to the Human Rights Commission for an unexpired term
expiring December 31, 2007.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Hoffmann, Bowman, Krantz, Anderson, Grimes, and Moore.
Motion carried.
2. The Council considered a resolution approving an employment contract with City
Manager Anne Norris.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 22
RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
WITH CITY MANAGER ANNE NORRIS
Voting aye: Joselyn, Hoffmann, Bowman, Krantz, Anderson, Grimes, and Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Council discussed the following:
■ Precinct Caucuses will be held on Tuesday, March 7 at various locations in the
metro area. Log onto the city website for more information at
www.ci.crystal.mn.us for more information.
■ Citizen Input Hour will be from 5:30 — 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 21 in
conference room A at City Hall.
■ The next City Council Meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 21.
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Information discussion and announcement continued
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Crystal will host a Housing Conference on Friday, April 7, 6 — 8 p.m. at the
Community Center to provide information and get input regarding housing issues
in Crystal.
The Cavanaugh -Oaks Neighborhood will host an open house on Wednesday,
March 7, 2006 from 7-8:30 p.m. to discuss County Road 81 pedestrian safety
issues.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adjourn
the meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 7:08 p.m.
ATTEST:
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Jarillwis, City Clerk
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Motion carried.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, March 21, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes
ABSENT: Krantz
STAFF: Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, City Attorney S. Bubul,
Police Chief H. Algyer, City Planner J. Sutter, Code Enforcement/Zoning
Administrator J. Zimmermann, and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Bowman led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The regular City Council Meeting from March 6, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session from March 6, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion with
grammatical corrections on page 1181:
■ The regular City Council Meeting from March 6, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session from March 6, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director; and
3. Adoption of Resolution 2006-23 amending the 2006 P.I.R. Budget for
uncompleted projects from the 2005 Budget.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes
to approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
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PUBLIC HEARING
1. Mayor Bowman declared this was the date advertised for a public hearing at
which time the Crystal City Council considered an application for a Second Hand
Goods Dealer license at 329 Willow Bend submitted by Consignment Ventures
Inc. d.b.a. Turn Style.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. Turn Style Operations
Manager Greg Kennedy addressed the Council.
There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony,
Mayor Bowman declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the Second Hand Goods Dealer license contingent upon receipt of the
Certificate of Occupancy and the completion of the final fire and building
inspections.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes.
Absent, not voting: Krantz.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution authorizing the submission of an application
for an Outdoor Recreation Grant with the Department of Natural Resources and
appropriating funds from the 2007 P.I.R. Budget for the Skate Park.
Recreation Director Gene Hackett and Parks & Recreation Commissioner Liz
Reid presented and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 24
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR
AN OUTDOOR RECREATION GRANT WITH THE DNR AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM THE
2007 P.I.R. BUDGET
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes.
Absent, not voting: Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
2. The Council considered a Conditional Use Permit for Field House Sports Tavern
& Grill to establish a patio seating area for outdoor food and beverage services
at 5632 West Broadway.
City Planner John Sutter presented and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the Conditional Use Permit for Field House Sports Tavern & Grill to
establish a patio seating area for outdoor food and beverage services at 5632
West Broadway, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting
on March 13, 2006 and contingent upon the Findings of Fact in Section C of the
staff report dated March 14, 2006.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes.
Absent, not voting: Krantz.
Motion carried.
3. The Council considered a resolution approving a Preliminary Plat to divide 5817
36th Avenue North of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Second
Addition.
City Planner John Sutter presented and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member
Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed
with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 25
RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY
PLAT OF THE CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
SECOND ADDITION
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes.
Absent, not voting: Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
4. The Council considered a resolution awarding annual contracts for tree removal,
tree trimming, and stump removal in the City of Crystal.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 26
RESOLUTION AWARDING ANNUAL CONTRACTS FOR TREE
REMOVAL, TREE TRIMMING, AND
STUMP REMOVAL IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes.
Absent, not voting: Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2006-5 amending
Section 211.01 of the Crystal City Code; relating to mayor and council salaries
for 2007-2008.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 - 5
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 211.01
OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE
RELATING TO MAYOR AND COUNCIL SALARIES
FOR 2007-2008
And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes.
Absent, not voting: Krantz.
Motion carried; ordinance adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
6. The Council considered a resolution amending the Joint and Cooperative
Agreement for the Crystal -New Hope Joint Fire District (West Metro Fire District).
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 27
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE JOINT & COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
FOR THE CRYSTAL - NEW HOPE JOINT FIRE DISTRICT
(WEST METRO FIRE RESCUE DISTRICT)
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, and Grimes.
Absent. not votina Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Council discussed the following:
■ The next City Council Meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4.
The Council will conduct a team building work session at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday,
April 6.
■ Crystal will host a Housing Conference from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 7
at the Community Center to provide information and get input regarding housing
issues in Crystal.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the
meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
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JaneVbwis, City Clerk
Motion carried.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, April 4, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Bowman, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes
ABSENT: Moore
STAFF: Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, City Attorney S. Bubul,
Police Captain Oyaas, Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen,
and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Bowman led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
RECOGNITION OF AWARDS
The Council recognized and honored the following groups/individuals:
■ Cooper High School Boys Basketball Team - took Second Place in the state
basketball tournament Class 4A finals (first time since 1975 they've gone to
state)
■ Winners of the Human Rights Art Contest as presented by Human Rights
Commissioner Lois Wendt
PROCLAMATIONS
The Mayor announced the following proclamations:
■ April 22-29, 2006 is the Great Shingle Creek Watershed Clean-up Week
■ April is Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect Month
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The Mayor acknowledged the following donation:
■ $500 from the West Metro Fire -Rescue Firefighters Relief Association to the
Recreation Safety Camp Program.
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COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The first Council Work Session from March 21, 2006;
■ The regular City Council Meeting from March 21, 2006; and
■ The second Council Work Session from March 21, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
■ The first Council Work Session from March 21, 2006;
■ The regular City Council Meeting from March 21, 2006; and
■ The second Council Work Session from March 21, 2006.
Motion carried.
ONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Approval of a transient merchant license for Rose Express to sell flowers for six
days from April 14 - 16 and May 12 — 14, 2006 at the following locations: B & R
Transmission and Eagle Cleaners;
4. Adoption of Resolution 2006-28 approving Parks Department PIR expenditure
for a replacement mower trailer unit #152;
5. Adoption of Resolution 2006-29 authorizing a contract with Springsted Inc. for
Arbitrage Services for the City of Crystal;
6. Approval of canceling both the Council teambuilding work session on April 6,
2006 and the Council work session scheduled on April 13, 2006; and
7. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at the
Crystal Community Center on April 22, 2006 submitted by Lamphone
Rasavong.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
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OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
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REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council was scheduled to receive a presentation about the County Road
81/Bottineau Boulevard Project from Hennepin County Commissioner Mike Opat.
However, Commissioner Opat was unable to attend the meeting and the
presentation was canceled.
2. The Council considered a resolution appointing a public member representing the
City of Crystal to the West Metro Fire -Rescue District Board of Directors.
Ms. Debra Fischer, proposed member, addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adopt the
following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 30
RESOLUTION APPOINTING A PUBLIC MEMBER REPRESENTING
CRYSTAL TO THE WEST METRO FIRE -RESCUE DISTRICT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Bowman, Grimes, Hoffmann, and Joselyn;
Voting nay: Krantz. Absent, not voting: Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
3. The Council considered a resolution approving PIR Expenditure for construction,
purchase, and installation of the new Skate Park.
Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
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Regular agenda continued
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 31
RESOLUTION APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR CONSTRUCTION,
PURCHASE, AND INSTALLATION OF THE NEW SKATE PARK
Voting aye: Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Absent, not voting: Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The Council considered a resolution receiving the Feasibility Report and calling for
a public hearing on Seal Coat Improvement Project #2006-01.
Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adopt the
following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 32
RESOLUTION RECEIVING THE FEASIBILITY REPORT
AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
SEAL COAT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
#2006-01
Voting aye: Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Absent, not voting: Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5. The Council reviewed the Phase 8 Street Reconstruction Project bids and
considered two resolutions A) declaring the cost to be assessed and ordering the
preparation of a proposed assessment and B) ordering a Public Hearing on the
proposed assessment for the project.
Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council.
Ms. Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hampshire Ave N, addressed the Council.
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Regular agenda continued
Resolution A
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adopt the
following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 33
RESOLUTION DECLARING THE COST TO BE ASSESSED
ORDERING PREPARATION OF AN ASSESSMENT
By roll call and voting aye: Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, Krantz, and Anderson.
Voting nay: Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Resolution B
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent. -
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 34
RESOLUTION ORDERING A
PUBLIC HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROJECT
Voting aye: Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Absent, not voting: Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6. The Council considered a resolution adopting a policy for Alley Reconstruction and
related program.
Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 35
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A POLICY
FOR ALLEY RECONSTRUCTION
AND RELATED PROGRAM
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Voting aye: Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Absent, not voting: Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
The Council considered a resolution ordering the preparation of a Feasibility Study
for Yates Alley Reconstruction Project 2006-12.
Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 36
RESOLUTION ORDERING THE PREPARATION
OF A FEASIBLITY STUDY
FOR YATES ALLEY RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
#2006-12
Voting aye: Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Absent, not voting: Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
The Council considered the city's participation in the 2006 Crystal Frolics.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the city's participation in the 2006 Crystal Frolics, by providing police and
public works staffing assistance, and subject to the conditions as outlined in the city
manager's memo dated March 28, 2006.
Voting aye: Bowman, Anderson, Joselyn, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Absent, not voting: Moore
Motion carried.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Council discussed the following:
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■ Crystal will host a Housing Conference on Friday, April 7, 6 — 8 p.m. at the
Community Center to provide information and get input regarding housing issues
in the city.
■ The next Citizen Input Hour will be from 5:30 — 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 18,
at City Hall in conference room A.
■ The next City Council Meeting will be on Tuesday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m.
■ A Legislative Breakfast Meeting will be on Saturday, April 22 from 9:00— 11:00
a.m. at Crystal City Hall in the community room.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
ATTEST:
Jan ewis, City Clerk
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, April 18, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Anderson, Krantz, Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, and Bowman
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres,
City Attorney S. Bubul, Police Chief H. Algyer, Community Development
Director P. Peters, Finance Director C. Hansen, City Forester J. Burks,
and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Bowman led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PROCLAMATION
The Mayor announced the following proclamation:
■ April 29, 2006 is Arbor Day in the City of Crystal.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The regular City Council Meeting from April 4, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session from April 4, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
■ The regular City Council Meeting from April 4, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session from April 4, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at the
Crystal Community Center on May 20, 2006 submitted by Oswaldo Jauregui.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
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OPEN FORUM
Mr. Bob Bellows, 6616 — 58th Ave N, addressed the Council about his concern for a
911 -call made about a dog running loose in his neighborhood, and that Hennepin
County Dispatch did not contact the animal control warden on this matter.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution providing for the prepayment and
redemption of certain outstanding General Obligation Bonds of the City
($1,765,000 G.O. Improvement Bonds, Series 1996A)
Finance Director Charles Hansen addressed the Council and answered
questions.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 37
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE
PREPAYMENT OF CERTAIN OUTSTANDING
GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY
Voting aye: Anderson, Moore, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krantz, Bowman, and Grimes
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
2. The Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance regarding native
vegetation requirements.
City Forester James Burks addressed the Council and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO VEGETATION
REPEALING CITY CODE SECTION 640
AND ADDING A NEW SECTION 640
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Voting aye: Anderson, Moore, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krantz, Bowman, and Grimes
Motion carried.
3. The Council considered a resolution supporting an independent and objective
study of the Crystal Airport that identifies the regional cost benefit of continued
operations and opportunities for redevelopment.
Community Development Director Patrick Peters addressed the Council and
answered questions.
The following persons addressed the Council:
■ Kevin Rebman, 202 County Road 81, Osseo
■ John Schmidt, 1942 Kenwood Drive E, St. Paul
■ Keith Struck, 9233 — 40 Y2 Ave N, New Hope
■ Ward Anderson, 12050 - 48th Ave N, Plymouth
■ Larry Cassem, 13201 — 196th Ave NW, Elk River
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 38
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE
COMPLETION OF
AN INDEPENDENT AND OBJECTIVE STUDY
OF THE CRYSTAL AIRPORT
THAT IDENTIFIES THE
REGIONAL COST BENEFIT
OF CONTINUED OPERATIONS AND
OPPORTUNITIES FOR REDEVELOPMENT
By roll call and voting aye: Bowman, Hoffmann, Joselyn, and Anderson.
Voting nay: Grimes, Krantz, and Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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4. The Council considered a resolution approving the Final Plat of SuperAmerica
3 I Addition (5359 West Broadway).
Community Development Director P. Peters addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006- 39
RESOLUTION APPROVING A FINAL PLAT
OF SUPERAMERICA THIRD ADDITION
Voting aye: Anderson, Moore, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krantz, Bowman, and Grimes
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5. The Council considered a resolution receiving the Yates Alley Construction
Feasibility Report and calling for a public hearing on Improvement Project #2006-
12.
Community Development Director P. Peters addressed the Council.
The Council discussed the need for a hearing or open house that all affected
residents may discuss the alley reconstruction policy and report before the
Council approves Project #2006-12.
No Council action.
6. The Council considered a resolution approving a polling place for Ward 4
Precinct 2 in the City of Crystal.
City Clerk Janet Lewis addressed the Council and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 40
RESOLUTION APPROVING A POLLING PLACE
FOR WARD 4 PRECINCT 2 IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
Voting aye: Anderson, Moore, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krantz, Bowman, and Grimes
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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7. The Council considered a resolution approving a lawful gambling license renewal
application at 5222 — 56th Ave N submitted by the VFW Post 494.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 41
RESOLUTION APPROVING A LAWFUL
GAMBLING LICENSE RENEWAL APPLICATION
AT 5222 — 56TH AVE N
SUBMITTED BY THE VFW POST 494
Voting aye: Anderson, Moore, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krantz, Bowman, and Grimes
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
8. The Council considered a resolution approving a lawful gambling license
application at 6014 Lakeland Ave N submitted by Armstrong Youth Hockey
Association.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 42
RESOLUTION APPROVING A LAWFUL
GAMBLING LICENSE APPLICATION
AT 6014 LAKELAND AVE N
SUBMITTED BY ARMSTRONG YOUTH HOCKEY
Voting aye: Anderson, Moore, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krantz, Bowman, and Grimes
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Council discussed the following:
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■ Citizen Input Time has been changed and will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 6:30
p.m. on Tuesday, May 16, at City Hall in conference room A.
■ A special meeting of the City Council will be on Thursday, April 20 at 7:00 p.m. to
hold a public hearing on the Phase 8 Street Reconstruction Project and consider
a proposed assessment.
■ The next City Council Meeting will be on Tuesday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m. which will
include the Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting with the Hennepin County
Assessors.
■ A Legislative Breakfast Meeting will be on Saturday, April 22 from 9:00 — 11:00
a.m. at Crystal City Hall in the community room.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adjourn the
meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m.
ATTEST:
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Jt Lewis, City Clerk
Motion carried
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Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City
Charter, the Special Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday,
April 20, 2006 in Conference Room A at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The
Mayor called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were in attendance:
COUNCIL: Krantz, Hoffmann, Bowman, Anderson, Moore (arrived at 7:03), Grimes,
ABSENT: Joselyn
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T.
Mathisen, and City Clerk J. Lewis
OTHER: SEH Project Managers P. Pasko and A. Ditzler
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Bowman led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Bowman
declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the
City Council will receive public comment on the proposed assessment for the Phase 8
Forest South Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Project #2005-05 and consider two
resolutions relating to this project.
A presentation was given by Public Works Director T. Mathisen and SEH Project
Managers P. Pasco and A. Ditzler.
Mayor Bowman opened the public hearing for testimony. The follow persons addressed
the Council:
■ Ryan Sodd, 4535 Jersey Ave N
■ Nancy Klipstein, 4657 Maryland Ave N
■ Mary Wieber, 6401 — 45th Place N
■ Norton Glass, 6612 — 46th Place N
■ Dorothy Velner, 4633 Maryland Ave N
■ Delrita Dahlheim, 6401 — 46th Ave N
■ Joe Garcia, 4532 Florida Ave N
■ Patricia Arnold, 6726 — 45th Ave N
■ Tom Van Housen, 6322 — 45th Place N
■ Gary Stolhanske, 6319 — 43`d Ave N
■ Bruce Hanson, 4603 Hampshire Ave N
Letters submitted for the record were:
■ Brian Connolly, 6321 46th Ave N
■ Gary and Julie Noor, 4212 Hampshire Ave N
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There being no one else wishing to address the Council, Mayor Bowman declared the
public hearing closed.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered two resolutions; A) Resolution 2006-43 adopting the
Assessment Roll for Project #2005-05 and B) Resolution 2006-44 awarding the contract
for Project #2005-05.
Resolution A
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krantz to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-43
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE
ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR PROJECT # 2005-05
PHASE 8
FOREST SOUTH NEIGHBORHOOD
STREET RECONSTRUCTION
Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes, Bowman, and Krantz.
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Resolution B
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-44
RESOLUTION AWARDING THE
CONTRACT FOR PROJECT # 2005-05
PHASE 8
FOREST SOUTH NEIGHBORHOOD
STREET RECONSTRUCTION
Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes, Bowman, and Krantz.
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adjourn the meeting.
The Special Meeting adjourned at 8:49 p.m.
ATTEST:
Ja t Lewis, City Clerk
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PUBLIC HEARING
1. Mayor Bowman declared this was the time and place advertised for a public hearing
at which time the Council consider a resolution authorizing Seal Coat Improvement
Project #2006-01 — for Skyway Neighborhood.
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen addressed the Council.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. The following persons
addressed the Council:
■ Paul Larson, 5643 Xenia Ave N
■ Bob Bellos, 6616 — 56th Ave N
There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony,
Mayor Bowman declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-45
AUTHORIZING SEAL COAT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT #2006-01
FOR SKYWAY NEIGHBORHOOD.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Moore, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution approving the Final Plat of Crystal Economic
Development Authority Second Addition (5817 — 36th Ave N).
City Planner John Sutter addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
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Regular agenda continued
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-46
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF
CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
SECOND ADDITION
5817-36 TH AVE N
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Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Moore, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
2. The Council considered a resolution approving a lot division to detach the south 3
feet from a new lot at 3548 Zane Avenue North (formerly part of 5817 36th Avenue
North) and add it to the adjacent parcel at 3540 Zane Avenue North.
City Planner John Sutter addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-47
APPROVING A LOT DIVISION
TO DETACH THE SOUTH 3 FEET FROM
A NEW LOT AT 3548 ZANE AVENUE NORTH
AND ADD IT TO THE ADJACENT PARCEL AT
3540 ZANE AVENUE NORTH
Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Moore, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
3. The Council considered a resolution approving a lot division to detach the east 3
feet from a new lot at 3556 Zane Avenue North (formerly part of 5817 36th Avenue
North) and add it to the adjacent parcel at 5813 36th Avenue North.
City Planner John Sutter addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, May 2, 2006 at 7:02 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the city clerk recorded the attendance, as follows:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Assistant City
Manager/HR Manager K. Therres, Public Works Director/City Engineer T.
Mathisen, Police Captain D. Oyaas, City Planner J. Sutter, and City Clerk
J. Lewis
Mayor Bowman led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. She
declared the Regular City Council Meeting would recess and the Board of Appeal and
Equalization Meeting would convene.
The City Council conducted the Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting to discuss the
Assessment Rolls for 2006. Tamara Doolittle, Jessica Vettrus, Ray Shudy, and M.
Larose from the Hennepin County Assessor's Office presented and answered
questions.
Mayor Bowman opened the public hearing for testimony. The following residents
appealed the estimated market value on their property:
■ Laurie Schumacher, 4743 Zane Ave N
■ Dr. Greg Bichler from Alpine Dental, 5237 Douglas Drive
■ Bob Bellos, 6616 — 58th Ave N
■ David Hanson, Plymouth Masonic Lodge #160, 5707 West Broadway
■ Dan Remiarz on behalf of Gabriela Remiarz, 3617 Colorado Ave N
■ Yoo Jin Wickstrom, 3300 Louisiana Ave N
■ Denny Walsh, 6316 — 56" Ave N, 6328 — 56th Ave N
There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor
Bowman declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
direct Hennepin County Assessors to review the appealed properties and prepare a
report for the City Council to take final action of taxes and values on May 16, 2006.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Hoffmann, Krantz, Moore, Grimes, and Anderson.
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
recess the Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting until May 16, 2006 and reconvene
the Regular City Council Meeting of May 2, 2006.
Motion carried.
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DONATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The Mayor acknowledged the following donation:
■ The Crystal Police Association donated $300 to the Summer Safety Camp
Program.
COUNCIL MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The first Council Work Session from April 18, 2006;
■ The regular City Council Meeting from April 18, 2006;
■ The second Council Work Session from April 18, 2006; and
■ The Special Council Meeting from April 20, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
approve, the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion, with one
grammatical correction on page 1203:
■ The first Council Work Session from April 18, 2006;
■ The regular City Council Meeting from April 18, 2006;
■ The second Council Work Session from April 18, 2006; and
■ The Special Council Meeting from April 20, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single-motion.-
Approval
ingle-motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Acceptance of the resignation from Mike Aasen of the Environmental Quality
Commission; and
4. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at the
Crystal Community Center on May 6, 2006 submitted by Pany Siharath.
5. Approval of canceling the May 11, 2006 Council Work Session.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-48
APPROVING A LOT DIVISION TO DETACH
THE EAST 3 FEET FROM A NEW LOT AT 3556 ZANE AVE N
AND ADD IT TO THE ADJACENT PARCEL AT
581336 TH AVENUE NORTH
Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Moore, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The Council considered a resolution authorizing an agreement to provide staking
and inspection services for Phase 8 Street Reconstruction Project #2005-05.
Public Works Director Tom Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-49
AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE
STAKING AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR
PHASE 8 STREET RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT #2005-05
Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Moore, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5. The Council considered a resolution approving a contract for Phase 8 Materials
Testing Laboratory.
Public Works Director Tom Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2006-50
APPROVING A CONTRACT
FOR PHASE 8 MATERIALS TESTING LABORATORY
Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Moore, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6. The Council considered a resolution approving PIR Expenditure for the purchase of
a Parks Department Demo Tanker Truck Chassis.
Public Works Director Tom Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-51
APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR THE
PURCHASE OF A PARKS DEPARTMENT
DEMO TANKER TRUCK CHASSIS
Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Moore, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
7. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2006-06 relating to
native vegetation requirements and its corresponding summary ordinance for
publication; repealing City Code Section 640 and adding a new section.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following ordinance and to approve and direct the publication of this
ordinance in summary form:
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ORDINANCE NO. 2006 - 06
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO NATIVE VEGETATION REQUIREMENTS
AND A CORRESPONDING SUMMARY ORDINANCE FOR PUBLICATION;
REPEALING CITY CODE SECTION 640 AND ADDING A NEW SECTION.
And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Moore, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Motion carried.
8. The Council considered an amended agreement for legal services between the City
of Crystal and Kennedy & Graven; designating Michael Norton as primary counsel.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve an amended agreement for legal services between the City of Crystal and
Kennedy & Graven; designating Michael Norton as primary counsel. Joselyn noted
one grammatical correction on page 3, section 2.10.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Moore, Bowman, Krantz, Grimes, and Hoffmann
Motion carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Council discussed the following:
Citizen Input Time will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May
16, at City Hall in conference room A.
An Open House is scheduled on June 14 from 6:00 — 8:00 p.m. to discuss the
traffic flow changes and the re -striping of Medicine Lake Road. This Open House
will be held in the Community Room at City Hall.
■ On May 6 at 10:30 a.m. the former Babe Ruth Field at MAC Park will be
renamed and dedicated as Smothers Field.
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Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to adjourn
the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:19 p.m.
ATTEST:
Ja 7t Lewis, City Clerk
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the city clerk recorded the attendance, as follows:
COUNCIL: Anderson, Krantz, Moore, Hoffmann, Bowman, Grimes, and Joselyn
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Assistant City Manager/HR
Manager K. Therres, Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen,
Police Captain D. Oyaas, City Planner J. Sutter, Community Development
Director P. Peters, and City Clerk J. Lewis
OTHER: Hennepin County Assessor Tamara Doolittle
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Bowman declared the Regular City Council Meeting would recess and the Board of
Appeal and Equalization from May 2, 2006 would reconvene.
The City Council conducted the Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting to discuss the
report relating to the appealed properties as presented on May 2, 2006 and to take final
action on the 2006 Assessment Roll.
Tamara Doolittle from the Hennepin County Assessor's Office presented and
answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
accept the final report as presented by the county assessors.
Property Owner Address Recommendation
Laurie Schumacher 4743 Zane Ave N No change ($370,000)
Dr. Greg Bichler, from 5237 Douglas Drive No change ($700,000)
Alpine Dental
Bob Bellos 6616 — 58th Ave N Reduce by $3,000
($180,000 to $177,000)
David Hanson from 5707 West Broadway No change ($540,000)
Plymouth Masonic Lodge
#160
Dan Remiarz on behalf of 3617 Colorado Ave N No change ($243,000)
Gabriela Remiarz
Yoo Jin Wickstrom 3300 Louisiana Ave N Reduce by $11,000
($213, 000 to $202, 000)
FTK Properties Five properties: 6316 — No changes
(Denny Walsh) 6328-56 th Ave N (See memo)
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Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting continued
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the 2006 Assessment Roll as presented by the Hennepin County Assessors.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adjourn the Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting and reconvene the Regular City
Council Meeting.
Motion carried.
The Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting adjourned and the Regular City Council
Meeting reconvened at 7:17 p.m.
COUNCIL MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The May 2, 2006 Regular City Council and Board of Appeal and Equalization
Meeting; and
■ The May 2, 2006 Council Work Session.
Moved by Council Member Krantz and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
■ The May 2, 2006 Regular City Council and Board of Appeal and Equalization
Meeting; and
■ The May 2, 2006 Council Work Session.
Motion carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single -motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director; and
3. Approval of the appointment of Ed Lenoch, 4724 Lakeland Ave N, to the Bottineau
Boulevard Citizen Advisory Committee.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered the appointment of Timothy Buck to the Crystal Planning
Commission, representing Ward 3, for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2008.
The applicant, Tim Buck attended the meeting.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve the appointment of Timothy Buck to the Crystal Planning Commission,
representing Ward 3, for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2008.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore
Motion carried.
2. The Council considered a private kennel license application at 5260 Florida Ave N
submitted by Karl Nyhus.
The applicant, Karl Nyhus, was in attendance.
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Regular agenda continued
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the private kennel license at 5260 Florida Ave N submitted by Karl Nyhus.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore
Motion carried.
3. The Council considered site and building plans for Washburn McReavy to build a
funeral home at 5125 West Broadway.
City Planner John Sutter presented and answered questions. The applicant, Bill
McReavy addressed the Council and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the site and building plans for Washburn McReavy to build a funeral home at
5125 West Broadway, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its May 8,
2006 Meeting and subject to the conditions in Section C of the Staff Report.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore i
Motion carried.
4. The Council considered a resolution approving the Preliminary Plat of Thora
Thorson Addition (formerly 7323 58th Avenue North).
City Planner John Sutter presented and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-52
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
THORA THORSON ADDITION
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
5. The Council considered a resolution amending the 2006 Fee Schedule; establishing a
fee for a native vegetation landscape permit.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-53
AMENDING THE 2006 FEE SCHEDULE;
ESTABLISHING A FEE
FOR A NATIVE VEGETATION LANDSCAPE PERMIT
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6. The Council considered a resolution approving PIR expenditure for security cameras
and electronic door access for the Community Center, Municipal Pool, and City Hall.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-54
APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR
SECURITY CAMERAS AND ELECTRONIC DOOR ACCESS FOR
THE COMMUNITY CENTER, MUNICIPAL POOL, AND CITY HALL.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
7. The Council considered a resolution relating to Personnel —Administration; amending
City Code Appendix V, Personnel Rules & Regulations.
Assistant City Manager/HR Manager Kim Therres presented and answered questions.
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the
following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-55
RELATING TO PERSONNEL —ADMINISTRATION;
AMENDING CITY CODE APPENDIX V,
PERSONNEL RULES & REGULATIONS
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
8. The Council discussed the 2007 budget schedule.
Finance Director Charles Hansen addressed the Council.
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Grimes to reschedule
dates for budget work sessions on Tuesday, August 17 and Thursday, August 29
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore
Motion carried.
9. The Council considered a resolution providing for the issuance and sale of $1,855,000
General Obligation Improvement Bonds, series 2006 A.
Finance Director Charlie Hansen will present and answer any questions.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2006-56
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE
AND SALE OF $1,855,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION
IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 2006A
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Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Council discussed the following:
■ City offices will be closed on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.
■ The Grand Opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the Crystal Cove Aquatic
Center will be on Saturday, June 10 at 11:30 a.m.
■ An Open House is scheduled on June 14 from 6:00 — 8:00 p.m. to discuss the
traffic flow changes and the re -striping of Medicine Lake Road. This Open House
will be held in the Community Room at City Hall.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, June 6, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the city clerk recorded the attendance, as follows:
COUNCIL: Bowman, Moore, Grimes, and Anderson
ABSENT: Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krantz
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Assistant City Manager/HR
Manager K. Therres, Police Captain D. Oyaas, and City Clerk J. Lewis
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The first Council Work Session from May 16, 2006;
■ The Regular City Council and Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting from May
16, 2006; and
■ The second Council Work Session from May 16, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
The first Council Work Session from May 16, 2006;
The Regular City Council and Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting from May
16, 2006; and
The second Council Work Session from May 16, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single -motion:
1. Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Approval of a special permit to display, use, and consume wine and beer at North
Lions Park on June 3, 2006 submitted by Agustin Rivera (pre -approved by the city
manager); and
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Consent agenda continued
4. Approval of canceling the Council Work Session on June 8, 2006 and rescheduling
it on June 22, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the consent agenda in a single motion.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
Mr. Manny Walk, 6611 — 44th Ave N, addressed the Council with his concern about
his driveway restoration during the Phase 8 Street Reconstruction Project.
REGULAR AGENDA
The Council considered a resolution awarding the sale of $1,855,000 General
Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2006 A; fixing their form and specifications,
directing their execution and delivery; and providing for their payment, as presented
by Ms. Brenda Krueger of Springsted Inc.
Ms. Brenda Krueger of Springsted Inc. gave a presentation to the Council and
answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 57
AWARDING THE SALE OF $1,855,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 2006 A;
FIXING THEIR FORM AND SPECIFICATIONS;
DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY; AND
PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Anderson, and Grimes; absent, not voting: Joselyn,
Hoffmann, and Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
2. The Council considered the 2005 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report as
presented by Mr. Nate Oliver of Kern, DeWenter, Viere, Ltd.
Mr. Nate Oliver gave a presentation to the Council and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
accept the 2005 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report as presented by Mr. Nate
Oliver of Kern, DeWenter, Viere, Ltd.
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Anderson, and Grimes; absent, not voting: Joselyn,
Hoffmann, and Krantz.
Motion carried.
3. The Council considered a resolution approving a Crystal — New Hope Joint Powers
Agreement for the Forest South Street Reconstruction Project.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 58
APPROVING A CRYSTAL — NEW HOPE
JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR THE
FOREST SOUTH STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Anderson, and Grimes; absent, not voting: Joselyn,
Hoffmann, and Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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June 6, 2006
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4. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance relating to Pawnbrokers;
amending City Code Section 1177.17 — redemption period.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PAWNBROKERS;
AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 1177.17 — REDEMPTION PERIOD
and further, that the Second Reading be held on June 20, 2006.
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Anderson, and Grimes; absent, not voting: Joselyn,
Hoffmann, and Krantz.
Motion carried.
5. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance relating to Park
Dedication; amending City Code Section 510.07.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PARK DEDICATION;
AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 510.07
and further, that the Second Reading be held on June 20, 2006.
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Anderson, and Grimes; absent, not voting: Joselyn,
Hoffmann, and Krantz.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
6. The Council considered a resolution relating to Personnel -Administration; amending
City Code Appendix V, Personnel Rules & Regulations.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 59
RELATING TO PERSONNEL -ADMINISTRATION;
AMENDING CITY CODE APPENDIX V,
PERSONNEL RULES & REGULATIONS
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Anderson, and Grimes; absent, not voting: Joselyn,
Hoffmann, and Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following:
■ The Grand Opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the Crystal Cove Aquatic
Center will be on Saturday, June 10 at 11:30 a.m.
An open house meeting is scheduled on June 14 from 6:00 — 8:00 p.m. to discuss
the traffic flow changes and the re -striping of Medicine Lake Road. This meeting will
be held in the Community Room at City Hall.
Hennepin County has scheduled open house meetings with Crystal neighborhood
residents to discuss the preliminary design for reconstruction of CSAH 81. The
meeting with Cavanagh Oaks will be from 5-8 pm on Thursday, June 15. Residents
along the balance of the corridor are invited to provide their input on Wednesday,
June 21, from 5-8 pm. Both meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at
Crystal City Hall. Meeting notices are being mailed out by the County.
■ The Crystal Airport will host an open house on Sunday, June 18 with a pancake
breakfast and airplane & helicopter rides. Visit the city's website for more
information at www.ci.crystal.mn.us
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Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adjourn
the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Grimes, Moore, Bowman, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Hoffmann
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, City
Attorney M. Norton, Police Chief H. Algyer, Community Development
Director P. Peters, Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen, City
Planner J. Sutter, and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
AMEND THE REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered amending the regular agenda to add two resolutions; A)
relating to Hennepin County's Medicine Lake Road Re -striping Project, and B)
relating to Corvallis Ave Crossing, submitted by Public Works Director Tom
Mathisen.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
amend the regular agenda by adding two resolutions A) relating to Hennepin
County's Medicine Lake Road Re -striping Project, and B) relating to Corvallis Ave
Crossing, submitted by Public Works Director Tom Mathisen.
Motion carried.
COUNCIL MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meeting:
The Regular City Council Meeting from June 6, 2006;
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meeting:
The Regular City Council Meeting from June 6, 2006;
Motion carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single -motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk-,
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Approval of ordering a public hearing on July 5, 2006 to discuss the issuance of
Revenue Bonds pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Sections 469.152 and 469.165 for
the benefit of Local Government Information Systems Association (LOGIS);
4. Adoption of Resolution 2006 - 60 approving a lawful hgambling application to
conduct off-site gambling at Becker Park, 6225 — 56t Ave N, from July 27 — 30,
2006 submitted by the Crystal Lions;
5. Approval of a request for authorization to conduct a public display of fireworks at
Becker Park at 10:30 PM on Friday, July 28, 2006 and to temporarily close Bass
Lake Road and Sherburne Ave from Bass Lake Road to 55th Ave, submitted by the
Crystal Frolics Committee; and
6. Approval of a request for authorization to conduct a parade on Sunday, July 30,
2006 at 1:00 p.m. and to temporary close West Broadway and Bass Lake Road
submitted by the Crystal Frolics Committee.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
approve the consent agenda, in a single motion.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
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REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution approving PIR expenditure for the purchase
and installation of replacement playground equipment at North Lions Park.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-61
APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE
FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION
OF REPLACEMENT PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
AT NORTH LIONS PARK
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
2. The Council considered a resolution approving PIR expenditure for the purchase of
a Parks Department tank and accessories for a replacement water truck.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-62
APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE
FOR THE PURCHASE OF A
PARKS DEPARTMENT TANK AND ACCESSORIES
FOR A REPLACEMENT WATER TRUCK
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
3. The Council considered a resolution ordering the preparation of plans and
advertisement for bids for the Leak Repair Project #2006-16 of the Joint Water
Commission's Crystal Reservoir.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-63
ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF
PLANS AND ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
FOR THE LEAK REPAIR PROJECT #2006-16
OF THE JOINT WATER COMMISSION'S
CRYSTAL RESERVOIR
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The Council considered a Variance to allow a 2nd curb cut at 4425 Jersey Avenue
North.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter presented to
the Council.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve a variance to allow a 2nd curb cut at 4425 Jersey Ave N, as recommended
by the Planning Commission at its meeting on June 12, 2006, and based on the
findings of fact outlined in Section C of the Staff Report dated June 13, 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried.
5. The Council considered a Variance to allow a 2nd curb cut at 4207 Georgia Avenue
North.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter presented to
the Council.
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Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve a variance to allow a 2nd curb cut at 4207 Georgia Ave N, as
recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting on June 12, 2006, and
based on the findings of fact outlined in Section C of the Staff Report dated June
13, 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried.
6. The Council considered a Variance to reduce the north setback for a parking lot at
4755 Welcome Avenue North.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter presented to
the Council.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve a variance to reduce the north setback from 30 feet to 5 feet for a parking
lot at 4755 Welcome Ave N, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its
meeting on June 12, 2006, and based on the findings of fact outlined in Section C
of the Staff Report dated June 13, 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried.
7. The Council considered a Variance to reduce the east setback at 6019 - 38th
Avenue North.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter presented to
the Council.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve a variance to reduce the east setback from 30 feet to 5 feet for a parking
lot at 6019 — 38th Ave N, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its
meeting on June 12, 2006, and based on the findings of fact outlined in Section C
and Exhibit I of the Staff Report dated June 13, 2006.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Bowman. Voting nay.-
Joselyn,
ay:Joselyn, Krantz, and Moore.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
8. The Council considered a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review for a
building addition at 5170 West Broadway.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter presented to
the Council.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
approve the Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review for a building addition at
5170 West Broadway, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting
on June 12, 2006, and based on the findings of fact and conditions outlined in
Section C of the Staff Report dated June 13, 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried.
9. The Council considered a resolution approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment
to change the future land use designation from Low Density Residential to High
Density Residential for part of 3420 Nevada Avenue North.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter presented to
the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-64
APPROVING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
TO CHANGE THE FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION
FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
FOR PART OF 3420 NEVADA AVENUE NORTH
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann to amend the main motion to require Fire
Department review and approval of the developer's proposed design and layout to
determine whether the proposed design would limit the ability to provide fire
protection services to the neighboring property of Olivet Baptist Church. The
Council discussed whether the developer's sketch of the proposed design provided
sufficient information for such review.
Motion failed for lack of a second.
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By roll call and voting aye on the main motion: Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and
Grimes. Voting nay: Hoffmann, Krantz, and Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
10. The Council considered a resolution authorizing the creation of a Local Fire Board
of Appeal for West Metro Fire -Rescue District.
City Manager Anne Norris addressed the Council and answered questions.
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-65
AUTHORIZING THE CREATION OF
A LOCAL FIRE BOARD OF APPEAL
FOR WEST METRO FIRE -RESCUE DISTRICT
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
11. The Council considered a proposal from T -Mobile for a reduced lease rate.
City Manager Anne Norris addressed the Council and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Mayor Bowman to deny the
proposal from T -Mobile for a reduced lease rate.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
12. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2006-07 relating to
Pawnbrokers; amending City Code Section 1177.17 — redemption period.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006-07
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PAWNBROKERS;
AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 1177.17 — REDEMPTION PERIOD
and further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, Bowman, Grimes, and
Hoffmann. Voting nay: Krantz.
Motion carried.
13. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2006-08 relating to Park
Dedication fees; amending City Code Section 510.07.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006-08
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PARK DEDICATION FEES;
AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 510.07
and further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried.
14. The Council considered a municipal electronic voting system plan.
City Clerk Janet Lewis addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the municipal electronic voting system plan.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
15. The Council considered a resolution approving Hennepin County Road #70
Medicine Lake Road Re -striping Project.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen addressed the Council and
answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-66
APPROVING HENNEPIN COUNTY ROAD #70
MEDICINE LAKE ROAD RE -STRIPING PROJECT
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
16. The Council considered a resolution approving an agreement with BNSF RR for
replacement of Corvallis Avenue Crossing.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen addressed the Council and
answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-67
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH
BNSF RR FOR REPLACEMENT OF
CORVALLIS AVENUE CROSSING.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor and Council discussed the following information:
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■ The Grand Opening of the Crystal Cove Aquatic Center was rescheduled to due to
poor weather. The new date is Saturday, July 29 from 1:00 — 3:00 p.m.
■ The City Council will have a work session to discuss team building at 6:00 PM on
Thursday, June 22 in the Community Room at City Hall.
■ City offices are closed Monday and Tuesday, July 3 and 4.
■ Next City Council Meeting will be at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, July 5, 2006.
■ Filing for municipal offices will open on Wednesday, July 5 and close on Tuesday,
July 18. Please contact the city clerk for more information.
■ Council Member Grimes announced that Crystal Frolic buttons are on sale for $2;
see the Recreation Department for more information.
■ Council Member Joselyn announced that he would not file for the office of Ward 2
Council Member unless no other qualified candidate has filed.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to adjourn the
meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m.
ATTEST:
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Jan Lewis, City Clerk
Motion carried.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Wednesday, July 5, 2006, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Grimes, Moore, Bowman, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Hoffmann
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, City
Attorney M. Norton, Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen,
Administrative Services Coordinator T. Tassoni, and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The First Work Session of the City Council from June 20, 2006;
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from June 20, 2006;
■ The Second Work Session of the City Council from June 20, 2006, and
■ The Council Work Session from June 22, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
■ The First Work Session of the City Council from June 20, 2006;
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from June 20, 2006;
■ The Second Work Session of the City Council from June 20, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session from June 22, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
1. Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
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Consent agenda continued
3. Approval of an exempt permit application to conduct lawful gambling at Becker Park
on July 28-30, 2006 during the Crystal Frolics, submitted by the New Hope Lions
Club;
4. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at the
Crystal Community Center on June 24, 2006, submitted by Jose Armando. (Pre -
approved by City Manager);
5. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at
Bassett Creek Park on August 20, 2006, submitted by Gregory Hammes of the Elks
44 Club;
6. Approval of an exempt permit application to conduct lawful gambling at the Church
of St. Raphael's annual festival, August 4-6, 2006, submitted by Father Mark
Juettner;
7. Approval of an application for a temporary on -sale liquor license for a church
festival on August 4-6, 2006, submitted by St. Raphael's Catholic Church at 7301
Bass Lake Road; and
8. Approval of canceling the July 13, 2006, Council Work Session.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the consent agenda in a single motion.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor Bowman declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing
at which time the City Council considered a resolution with respect to the issuance
of Revenue Bonds pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Sections 469.152 to 469.165,
for the benefit of Local Government Information Systems Association (LOGIS).
Mr. John Utley of Kennedy & Graven attended the meeting and was available for
questions.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to
appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Bowman declared the public
hearing closed.
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Public Hearing continued
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 68
A RESOLUTION WITH RESPECT TO
THE ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS PURSUANT TO
MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTIONS 469.152 TO 469.165,
FOR THE BENEFIT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT
INFORMATION SYSTEMS ASSOCIATION (LOGIS)
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Bowman, and Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
OPEN FORUM
Roger Tuomisto, 3009 Kentucky Ave N, addressed the Council concerning safety
issues relating to illegal fireworks in neighborhoods.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution awarding contract for the 2006 Skyway
Neighborhood Seal Coat Project.
Public Works Director T. Mathisen gave a short presentation.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 69
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE
2006 SKYWAY NEIGHBORHOOD SEAL COAT PROJECT
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Bowman, and Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular Agenda continued
2. The Council considered a resolution establishing dates for the 2006 Municipal
Election.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 70
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING DATES
FOR THE 2006 MUNICIPAL ELECTION
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Bowman, and Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
3. The Council considered a request for an extension to an on -sale liquor license to
include outdoor music and beer on July 28-29, 2006 at 5590 West Broadway,
submitted by Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar's General Manager Joe Boltman,
subject to the conditions listed in the staff letter dated June 27, 2006
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the request for an extension to an on -sale liquor license to include outdoor
music and beer on July 28-29, 2006 at 5590 West Broadway, submitted by Buffalo
Wild Wings Grill & Bar, subject to the conditions listed in the staff letter dated June
27, 2006.
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Bowman, and Krantz.
Motion carried.
4. The Council considered two license applications to operate 3.2 malt liquor stands at
Welcome and Becker Parks for the Crystal Frolics from July 27-30, 2006, submitted
by the Crystal Lions Club.
Moved by Council Member Krantz and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve the two license applications to operate 3.2 malt liquor stands at Welcome
and Becker Parks for the Crystal Frolics from July 27-30, 2006, submitted by the I Crystal Lions Club.
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Bowman, and Krantz
Motion carried.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following:
• Citizen Input Time is open from 6:00 — 6:30 PM on Tuesday, July 18, 2006. Come
to Conference Room A at City Hall to participate.
• The next City Council Meeting will be at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, July 18, 2006.
• Filing for municipal offices opens July 5 and will close on Tuesday, July 18. Please
contact the city clerk for more information.
• The Crystal Frolics will be held from Thursday, July 27 through Sunday, July 30.
Fireworks will be conducted on Friday, July 28 at 10:30 PM.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:24 p.m.
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Jan-VVewis, City Clerk
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, July 18, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Moore called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Joselyn, and Moore
ABSENT: Bowman and Krantz
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, City
Attorney M. Norton, Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner
J. Sutter, Police Chief H. Algyer, and City Clerk J. Lewis
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Moore led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
AMEND THE REGULAR AGENDA
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to amend
the regular agenda to add an application for a special permit for wine and beer at a city
park submitted by Anne Stehr.
Motion carried.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from July 5, 2006; and
■ The Work Session of the City Council from July 5, 2006;
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from July 5, 2006; and
■ The Work Session of the City Council from July 5, 2006;
Motion carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single -motion:
1. Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Adoption of Resolution 2006-71; ordering the preparation of an Assessment Roll,
declaring the amount to be assessed, and setting the date for a public hearing for
Year 2006 Delinquent Accounts;
4. Approval of solicitation licenses for APX Alarm Security Solutions to go door-to-door
promoting home security systems from July 19 — November 14, 2006; and
5. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at
Bassett Creek Park on August 13, 2006, submitted by Beverly Maas.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor Pro Tem Moore declared this was the date and time advertised for a public
hearing at which time the City Council received public comment on easement
vacation and considered requests relating to variances, site & building plans, and
easement vacation for the construction of detached garages at 5324-5332-5340
Hanson Court.
Community Development Director/City Planner J. Sutter presented and answered
questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Moore opened the public hearing for testimony.
Mr. Joseph Noonan, of TMC Management Corporation, 5353 Wayzata Blvd #606
Minneapolis, MN 55416, addressed the Council.
There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony,
Mayor Pro Tem Moore declared the public hearing closed.
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Public hearing continued
Variance 1
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the variance to increase the maximum structure coverage from 60% to
70%, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting on July 10,
2006 and based on the findings of fact in Section C (1) of the Staff Report dated
July 12, 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
Variance 2(a)
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
deny the variance to reduce the front building setback from 30 feet to 7 feet, as
recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting on July 10, 2006 and
based on the findings of fact in Section C (2a) of the Staff Report dated July 12,
2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
Alternate Variance 2(b)
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve the variance to reduce the front and side street parking lot setback from 30
feet to 5 feet, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting on July
10, 2006 and based on the findings of fact in Section C (2b) of the Staff Report
dated July 12, 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
Variance 3(a)
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to deny the variance to reduce the side and rear setbacks from 15 and 3 feet,
respectively, to 2 feet, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting
on July 10, 2006 and based on the findings of fact in Section C (3a) of the Staff
Report dated July 12, 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
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Public hearing continued
Alternate Variance 3(b)
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the variance to reduce the side setback from 15 to 5 feet, as
recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting on July 10, 2006 and
based on the findings of fact in Section C (3b) of the Staff Report dated July 12,
2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
Site and Building Plans (4)
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
approve the Site and Building Plans, as recommended by the Planning
Commission at its meeting on July 10, 2006 and subject to the conditions and
findings of fact outlined in Section C(4) of the Staff Report dated July 12, 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
Vacating the existing drainage and utility easement (5)
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to continue until, or no later than October 3, 2006, the discussion of vacating the
existing drainage and utility easement on the northwesterly 5 feet of the Property,
as recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting on July 10, 2006 and
subject to the conditions and findings of fact outlined in Section C (5) of the Staff
Report dated July 12, 2006.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
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REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered civil penalties for the violation of laws and ordinances
relating to a) the illegal sale of 3.2 malt liquor and/or intoxicating liquor on June 2,
2006 to an underage person and b) the violation of a settlement agreement dated
September 8, 2005 by EI Parajo Inc. d.b.a. EI Loro Mexican Restaurant located at
99 Willow Bend.
City Attorney M. Norton and City Clerk J. Lewis answered the Council questions.
Mr. Jeff Mohr, attorney for and acting on behalf of EI Loro and in the presence of
Mr. Ruben Arellano (the license holder), admitted the violation.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
impose the following penalties for the violation of ordinances and laws relating to
the illegal sale of 3.2 malt liquor and/or intoxicating liquor to an underage person by
EI Loro Mexican Restaurant on June 2, 2006: A $2,000 civil penalty and a 10 -day
liquor license suspension for EI Parajo Inc. d.b.a. EI Loro Mexican Restaurant at 99
Willow Bend, with the suspension date beginning on a Friday and staff determining
the suspension dates.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
impose two additional days of a liquor license suspension from a violation of a
Settlement Agreement dated September 8, 2005 by EI Parajo Inc. d.b.a. EI Loro
Mexican Restaurant at 99 Willow Bend; with staff determining the suspension dates
and that it not run concurrently with the 10 -day suspension.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting.
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
2. The Council considered a private kennel license at 5920 - 46th Avenue North
submitted by Margaret Plocienik.
Margaret Plocienik addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
approve the private kennel license at 5920 — 46th Avenue North submitted by
Margaret Placienik.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
3. The Council considered a resolution approving the Final Plat of Thora Thorson
Addition.
Community Development Director/City Planner J. Sutter addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 72
RESOLUTION APPROVING
THE FINAL PLAT OF
THORA THORSON ADDITION
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The Council considered a resolution authorizing the Shingle Creek Watershed
Management Organization to exceed the administrative budget levy cap.
City Manager A. Norris addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
postpone the adoption of the resolution, until the next meeting or a later date, to be
determined by staff, pending more information be provided to the Council.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting:
Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
5. The Council considered an application for a Special Permit to use, consume, and
display wine and beer at Lions Valley Place Park on July 23, 2006, submitted by
Anne Stehr.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the application for a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and
beer at Lions Valley Place Park on July 23, 2006, submitted by Anne Stehr.
Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting.-
Bowman
oting:Bowman and Krantz.
Motion carried.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Pro Tem Moore announced the following:
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• Filing for municipal offices closed. The city will have a Municipal Primary Election
for the office of Ward 2 Council Member.
• The Crystal Frolics will be held from Thursday, July 27 through Sunday, July 30.
Fireworks will be conducted on Friday, July 28 at 10:30 PM.
• The next City Council Meeting will be at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, August 2, 2006.
• National Night Out will be on August 1, 2006. If you would like to host a
neighborhood block party, please contact Dan Barry at (763) 531-1017.
Council Member Grimes announced the retirement of Liz Reid from the Frolics Committee
and expressed appreciation for her years of service.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adjourn the meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m.
ATTEST:
-#let Lewis, City Clerk
Motion carried.
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Laurie Ann Moore, Mayor Pro Tem
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Wednesday, August 2, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive North in Crystal, Minnesota.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Krantz, Moore, Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann
ABSENT: Bowman
STAFF: City Attorney B. Shirley, City Manager A. Norris, Assistant City Manager/HR
Director K. Therres, Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen, Police
Captain D. Oyaas, Administrative Services Coordinator T. Tassoni
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Moore led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
The Regular City Council Meeting from July 18, 2006; and
The Work Session of the City Council from July 18, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion, with
grammatical corrections on page 1255:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from July 18, 2006; and
■ The Work Session of the City Council from July 18, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Approval of election judge appointments and their assigned precincts for the
Primary Election on September 12, 2006;
4. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at
Bassett Creek Park on August 11, 2006, submitted by Eric Mitchell of The Loan
Brokerage, LLC.;
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Consent Agenda continued
5. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at
Bassett Creek Park on September 28, 2006, submitted by Monica Jennie;
6. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at the
Crystal Community Center on August 12, 2006, submitted by Marie L. Vah; and
7. Approval of canceling the August 10, 2006 City Council Work Session.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor Pro Tem Moore declared this was the date advertised for a public hearing at
which time the Crystal City Council considered an application for a 3.2 malt liquor,
off -sale license at 7200 Bass Lake Road, submitted by Nooruddin ("Nick") Moosani,
representing Soha Enterprises d.b.a. Jack's Food Store.
The Mayor Pro Tem opened the public hearing for testimony. City Manager A.
Norris addressed the Council.
There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor
Pro Tem Moore declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
approve the application for a 3.2 malt liquor, off -sale license at 7200 Bass Lake
Road, submitted by Nooruddin ("Nick") Moosani, representing Soha Enterprises
d.b.a. Jack's Food Store.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Krantz, Moore, Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann.
Absent, not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council received a presentation about shallow lakes management from
members of the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Organization (SCWMO).
Joe Bischoff of Wenck Associates, Inc., the engineering firm for SCWMO, and
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen addressed the council and were
available to answer any questions.
No Council action.
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Regular Agenda continued
2. The Council considered a resolution authorizing the Shingle Creek Watershed
Management Organization (SCWMO) to exceed the administrative budget levy cap.
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen and SCWMO Commissioner
Gregg Gappa of 5213 Idaho Avenue North addressed the council and were
available to answer any questions.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 -
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SHINGLE CREEK
WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION TO EXCEED
THE ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET LEVY CAP
By roll call and voting aye: Moore and Joselyn.
Voting nay: Krantz, Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann.
Absent, not voting: Bowman.
Motion failed.
3. The Council considered setting the date and time for a Special Meeting to canvass
the results of the Municipal Primary Election.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
hold a Special Meeting on September 13, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. to canvass the results
of the Municipal Primary Election.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Krantz, Moore, Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann.
Absent, not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried.
4. The Council considered a resolution adjusting the 2006 PIR budget to include
reconstruction of a portion of the City Hall parking lot.
City Manager A. Norris addressed the Council and was available to answer any
questions.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
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Regular Agenda continued
RESOLUTION NO 2006-73
APPROVING PIR WORK ITEM ADJUSTMENTS
Voting aye: Joselyn, Krantz, Moore, Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann.
Absent, not voting- Bowman.
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Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Pro Tem Moore announced the following:
• Citizen Input Time is open from 6:00 — 6.30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 15, 2006.
Come to Conference Room A at City Hall to participate.
The next City Council Meeting is at 7.00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 15, 2006.
Council Member Grimes said the Parks and Recreation Commission is looking for
volunteers to install new playground equipment at North Lions Park on Friday, August 11,
2006 and on Saturday, August 12, 2006. For more information or to sign up, contact
Parks Superintendent Rick Rauen at 763-531-1158.
City Manager A. Norris reminded Council of the two upcoming Council Work Sessions to
discuss the City budget: Thursday, August 17, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. and Tuesday, August
29, 2006 at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Council Member Krantz and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Moore to
adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Laurie Ann Moore, Mayor Pro Tem
ATTEST:
Trudy R. assoni,
Administrative Services Coordinator
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, August 15, 2006 at 7:01 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the city clerk recorded the attendance, as follows:
COUNCIL: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Assistant City Manager/HR
Manager K. Therres, Police Captain D. Oyaas, Public Works Director/City
Engineer T. Mathisen, and City Clerk J. Lewis
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meeting:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from August 2, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meeting:
The Regular City Council Meeting from August 2, 2006.
Motion carried.
AMEND THE REGULAR AGENDA
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to amend
the regular agenda to. -
1.
o:1. Consider a resolution supporting a County -wide referendum for a local stadium
sales tax for the Minnesota Twins; and
2. Consider approving three additional election judges to serve in the Primary Election
as substitutes.
Motion carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single -motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at
Bassett Creek Park's south shelter on August 26, 2006, submitted by Colleen
Olson;
4. Approval of a request for an extension of an on -sale liquor license at 4947 West
Broadway for an outdoor event on August 19, 2006 submitted by the Crystal
Ballrooms and Event Center; and
5. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at Lions
Valley Place Park on August 26, 2006 submitted by Pedro Narez.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
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REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution recognizing volunteer members of the Crystal
Police Reserve Unit and Explorer Post.
Police Captain Dave Oyaas addressed to the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 74
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING
VOLUNTEER MEMBERS OF THE
POLICE RESERVE UNIT AND EXPLORER POST
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
2. The Council received a presentation from Executive Director Susan Blood of the
Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council. Anita Perkins and Lorraine
Diederichs addressed the Council as well.
3. The Council received a presentation from Val Tierney regarding the Northwest
Metro Transit Study.
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Regular Agenda continued
4. The Council considered the status of a rental license for property at 2909 Florida
Ave N owned by Charles and Michelle Vander Linden.
City Manager A. Norris addressed the Council and answered questions. The
applicants were not in attendance.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent,:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 75
RESOLUTION REVOKING THE RENTAL LICENSE
AT 2909 FLORIDA AVE NORTH
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5. The Council considered a resolution affirming the First Amendment to the Joint and
Cooperative Agreement with Project P.E.A.C.E Joint Powers Organization.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 76
RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
JOINT AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
WITH PROJECT PEACE
JOINT POWERS ORGANIZATION
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
6. The Council considered a resolution entering into Agreement for the enforcement of
Controlled Substance Laws with the Northwest Metro Drug Task Force.
Police Chief H. Algyer addressed the Council and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 77
RESOLUTION ENTERING INTO AGREEMENT
FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE LAWS
WITH NORTHWEST METRO DRUG TASK FORCE
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
7. The Council considered a resolution approving a Utility CIP Budget change for the
replacement of a Radio Communication System.
Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 78
RESOLUTION APPROVING A UTILITY CIP BUDGET
CHANGE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF A RADIO COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
8. The Council considered a resolution approving the solicitation of professional
services to assist in the Water Meter Replacement Program.
Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 79
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SOLICITATION OF
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TO ASSIST
IN THE WATER METER REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
9. The Council considered a Labor Agreement with Police Officers Local 44 for 2006 -
07.
Assistant City Manager/HR Manager addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
approve the Labor Agreement with Police Officers Local 44 for 2006-2007.
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
10. The Council considered a resolution relating to a proposed local sales tax as it
pertains to the funding of the sports stadium for the Minnesota Twins.
Moved by Council Member Krantz and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 80
RESOLUTION DECLARING THAT THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
SUPPORTS UPHOLDING THE LAW REQUIRING A
COUNTY -WIDE REFERENDUM FOR A LOCAL SALES TAX
AS IT PERTAINS TO THE FUNDING OF A SPORTS STADIUM FOR THE
MINNESOTA TWINS
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
amend the main motion to change the title of the resolution to "Declaring the Crystal
City Council supports a County -wide referendum for the proposed Minnesota Twins
stadium local sales tax".
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
amend the resolution and delete the sentence in line 19 "supports the law be
upheld and, as is required by State Statute 297A.99" and change the word in line
20 from "hiding" to "holding".
Voting on the motion to amend and voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes,
Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman.
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
amend the resolution to change the words in line 15 from "City of Crystal" to "the
Crystal City Council".
Voting on the motion to amend and voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes,
Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman.
Motion carried.
Voting on the main motion, as amended:
By roll call and voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Bowman, Grimes, and Krantz.
Voting nay: Hoffmann and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
11. The Council considered approving three additional election judges to serve in the
Primary Election as substitutes.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve three additional election judges to serve in the Primary Election as
substitutes.
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Joselyn, and Bowman.
Motion carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following:
• The City Council will have two budget work sessions in August - on Thursday,
August 17 and Tuesday, August 29. Both work sessions begin at 7:00 PM and will
be held in the Community Room at City Hall.
• Demonstrations of the AutoMARK are available (the new election equipment that
marks the ballot for disabled voters). Please contact the city clerk at 763-531-1145.
• City offices are closed on Monday, September 4 for the Labor Day Holiday.
• The next Council Meeting will be at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, September 5.
Council Member Grimes thanked the volunteers and city staff for helping install new
playground equipment at North Lions Park.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adjourn the meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m.
ATTEST:
Itet Lewis, City Clerk
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, September 5, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the city clerk recorded the attendance, as follows:
COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Moore, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, and Bowman
ABSENT: Joselyn
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Police Captain D. Oyaas,
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen, Assistant Community
Development Director/City Planner J. Sutter, Zoning Administrator/Code
Enforcement Coordinator J. Zimmermann, and City Clerk J. Lewis
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single -
motion:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from August 15, 2006;
■ The two Council Work Sessions from August 15, 2006;
■ The Budget Work Session from August 17, 2006; and
■ The Budget Work Session from August 29, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from August 15, 2006;
■ The two Council Work Sessions from August 15, 2006;
■ The Budget Work Session from August 17, 2006; and
■ The Budget Work Session from August 29, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single -motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director,-
3.
irector;3. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at
Bassett Creek Park's north shelter on September 16, 2006, submitted by Mary
Stenglein;
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Consent agenda continued
4. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at the
Crystal Community Center on August 26, 2006, submitted by Henry Williams (pre -
approved by the city manager);
5. Approval of canceling the City Council Work Session on September 14, 2006;
6. Acceptance of Douglas Weyh's resignation from the Crystal City Charter
Commission; and
7. Acceptance of Dana Anderson's resignation from the Crystal Human Rights
Commission.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. The Mayor declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing
when the City Council received public comment and considered a resolution
vacating a portion of a platted utility and drainage easement along the northwest
property line of the lot at 5125 West Broadway in the City of Crystal.
Zoning Administrator/Code Enforcement Coordinator J. Zimmermann addressed
the Council.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony.
There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor
Bowman declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 81
RESOLUTION VACATING A PORTION OF A
PLATTED UTILITY AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT
ALONG THE NORTHWEST PROPERTY LINE
OF THE LOT AT 5125 WEST BROADWAY
IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, and Bowman.
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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OPEN FORUM
The following residents addressed the Council about top soil and sod replacement
relating to street reconstruction projects:
• Naomi Davidson, 4141 Kentucky Ave N
• Elsie West, 4110 Kentucky Ave N
• Veronica Fust, 3703 Georgia Ave N
• Bill Kobe, 4032 Kentucky Ave N
• Melvin Boone, 4024 Kentucky Ave N
• Art Kraemer, 4155 Hampshire Ave N
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution awarding the contract for Professional
Services to implement the Water Meter Replacement Program.
Public Works Director Tom Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 82
RESOLUTION AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TO IMPLEMENT THE
WATER METER REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, and Bowman.
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
2. The Council considered two resolutions relating to the 2007 budget: A) adopting a
preliminary budget and preliminary tax levies payable in 2007, and B) canceling the
2007 debt service tax levy for the General Obligation Equipment certificates, Series
2003A.
Finance Director Charlie Hansen addressed the Council.
Resolution A
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
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Regular agenda continued
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 83
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A PRELIMINARY BUDGET
AND PRELIMINARY TAX LEVIES PAYABLE IN 2007
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, and Bowman.
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Resolution B
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 84
RESOLUTION CANCELING THE 2007 DEBT SERVICE TAX LEVY
FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION
EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003A
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, and Bowman.
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
3. The Council considered amending its meeting schedule; moving its regular meeting
from Tuesday, December 5 to Monday, December 4, 2006, setting the Truth in
Taxation to precede the meeting on December 4, 2006, and setting the
Continuation Hearing for the Truth in Taxation Meeting for Monday December 18,
2006.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
move the December 5 Council Meeting to December 4, 2006; set the Truth in
Taxation to precede the meeting on December 4, 2006; and set the Continuation
Hearing for the Truth in Taxation Meeting for Monday, December 18, 2006.
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, and Bowman.
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
4. The Council considered a variance to reduce the south setback at 4510 Brunswick
Avenue North.
Zoning Administrator/Code Enforcement Coordinator J. Zimmermann addressed
the Council.
The following participants addressed the Council:
• Joel VanRisseghem, 4510 Brunswick Ave N
• Roger VanRisseghem, 4500 Brunswick Ave N
• Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hamsphire Ave N
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to deny the variance to reduce the south setback at 4510 Brunswick Avenue North,
as recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting on August 14, 2006,
and based on the findings of fact outlined in Section C of the Staff Report dated
August 25, 2006
By roll call and voting aye: Anderson and Hoffmann.
Voting nay: Bowman, Grimes, Krantz, and Moore; absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion failed.
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the
variance as requested by the applicant.
By roll call and voting aye: Bowman, Grimes, Moore, and Krantz.
Voting nay: Hoffmann and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried.
5. The Council considered a resolution appointing Housing and Redevelopment
Authority (HRA) Commissioners.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter addressed the
Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 85
RESOLUTION APPOINTING HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY (HRA) COMMISSIONERS
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, and Bowman.
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following.-
• A candidate forum, for persons who filed for the office of Ward 2 Council Member,
will be hosted by the League of Women Voters at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, Sept 6
here in the Council Chambers at City Hall. This forum will also be broadcast live.
Interested persons are invited to attend the forum or watch it on Channel 16.
• Remember to vote on Tuesday, September 12. Polling places are open from 7 AM
until 8 PM. Contact the city to find your polling place by calling 763-531-1000.
• The City Council will have a special meeting on Wednesday, September 13 at 6:30
PM to canvass the results from the City Primary Election.
• Citizen Input Time will be held from 6:00-6:30 PM on Tuesday, September 19 in
Conference Room A at City Hall.
• The next Council Meeting will be at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, September 19 in the
Council Chambers at City Hall.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m.
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Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City
Charter, the work session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:31 p.m. on Wednesday,
September 13, 2006 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The
Mayor called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the city clerk recorded the attendance with the following members:
COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Moore, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn
ABSENT: Grimes
STAFF: City Clerk J. Lewis and City Attorney M. Norton
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution canvassing the vote and declaring the results of the
Primary Municipal Election for the office of Ward 2 Council Member.
City Clerk J. Lewis and City Attorney M. Norton addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 — 86
RESOLUTION CANVASSING THE VOTE
AND DECLARING THE RESULTS OF
THE PRIMARY MUNICIPAL ELECTION
Voting aye: Hoffmann, Moore, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn. Absent, not
voting: Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m.
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Jan %Lewis, City Clerk
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the city clerk recorded the attendance, as follows:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney B. Shirley, Police Chief H. Algyer,
Community Development Director P. Peters, Assistant City Manager/HR
Manager K. Therres, Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen,
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner J. Sutter,
Recreation Director G. Hackett, Finance Director C. Hansen, and City Clerk
J. Lewis
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PROCLAMATION
The Mayor proclaimed October as Five Cities Senior Transportation's 20th Anniversary
Month.
COUNCIL MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from September 5, 2006;
■ The two Council Work Sessions from September 5, 2006; and
■ The Special Council Meeting from September 13, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings:
The Regular City Council Meeting from September 5, 2006;
The two Council Work Sessions from September 5, 2006; and
The Special Council Meeting from September 13, 2006.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single -motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council,; and
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
The Mayor declared this was the date published for a public hearing at which time
the City Council received public comment and considered a resolution adopting an
Assessment Roll for Delinquent Accounts in 2006.
Finance Director Charlie Hansen addressed the Council.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for comment.
There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give comment, Mayor
Bowman declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-86
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN ASSESSMENT ROLL
FOR DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS IN YEAR 2006
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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OPEN FORUM
The following residents addressed the Council about top soil and sod replacement
relating to street reconstruction projects:
• Naomi Davidson, 4141 Kentucky Ave N
• Bill Kobe, 4032 Kentucky Ave N
• Dutch Fisher, 3932 Florida Ave N
• Veronica Fust, 3703 Georgia Ave N
• Joe Selton, 4254 Kentucky Ave N
• Brian McMahon, 6509 37th Ave N (questioned if Palda & Sons was licensed by the
state)
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered the tobacco -free recreation policy for the City of Crystal.
Recreation Director G. Hackett and Lori Merriam, Commission Chair for Parks &
Recreation addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the tobacco -free recreation policy for the City of Crystal.
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried.
AMEND THE AGENDA
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
amend the regular agenda by moving item #13 to 1A.
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried.
1 A. The Council discussed the Mosaic Youth Center's interest in purchasing the
former Lincoln School from ISD 281 and considered a resolution of support.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-87
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING MOSAIC YOUTH CENTER
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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2. The Council considered a resolution declaring the cost to be assessed, ordering
an Assessment Roll and setting a public hearing for the 2006 Seal Coat Project
(Skyway Neighborhood).
Public Works Director Tom Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-88
A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE COST TO BE ASSESSED,
ORDERING AN ASSESSMENT ROLL AND
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE 2006 SEAL COAT PROJECT
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
3. The Council considered two resolutions A) declaring the cost to be assessed,
ordering the preparation of the Forest South Phase 8 Assessment Roll, Project #
2005-05 and B) setting the public hearing for the proposed assessment.
Public Works Director Tom Mathisen addressed the Council.
Resolution A
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 89
RESOLUTION DECLARING THE COST TO BE ASSESSED,
ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE FOREST SOUTH
PHASE 8 ASSESSMENT ROLL, PROJECT # 2005-05
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Resolution B
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 90
RESOLUTION SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING
FOR THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The Council considered site and building plans for a retail building at 4824 - 56th
Avenue North.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter addressed
the Council.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the site and building plans for a retail building at 4824 — 56th Avenue
North, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting on September
11, 2006, and based on the findings of fact and conditions outlined in Section C of
the Staff Report dated September 14, 2006.
By roll call and voting aye: Hoffmann, Joselyn, Moore, and Anderson.
Voting nay: Grimes, Krantz, and Bowman.
Motion carried.
5. The Council considered a one-year extension of a previously issued interim,
temporary Conditional Use Permit for the Highview Alternative Program at the
former Cavanagh Elementary School, 5400 Corvallis Avenue North.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter addressed
the Council.
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Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Mayor Bowman to approve
the one-year extension of a previously issued interim, temporary Conditional Use
Permit for the Highview Alternative Program at 5400 Corvallis Avenue North, as
recommended by the Planning Commission at its meeting on September 11, 2006,
and based on the findings of fact and conditions outlined in Section C of the Staff
Report dated September 14, 2006.
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried.
6. The Council considered a resolution approving a Preliminary Plat of Crystal
Economic Development Authority Third Addition at 5720 - 32"d Avenue North.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter addressed
the Council.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 -91
RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT
OF CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY THIRD ADDITION
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
7. The Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance amending Section
515.01 Subdivision 8 of Crystal City Code (zoning)
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter addressed
the Council.
John Paulson, 320 North Edgewood, Golden Valley, requested the Council
consider adjoining properties before making zoning changes.
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Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
remove this item from the regular agenda and discuss at a work session with the
Planning Commission.
By roll call and voting aye: Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krantz, Anderson, Bowman, and
Grimes. Voting nay: Moore.
Motion carried.
8. The Council considered a resolution approving a lot division to split off the
southeasterly 5 feet of 5354 Douglas Drive North.
Assistant Community Development Director John Sutter addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-92
RESOLUTION APPROVING A LOT DIVISION
FOR PROPERTY AT 5354 DOUGLAS DRIVE NORTH
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
9. The Council considered authorizing the creation of a drainage and utility easement
across the northwesterly 5 feet of the southeasterly 10 feet of 5354 Douglas Drive
North.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter addressed
the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
authorize the creation of a drainage and utility easement across the northwesterly
5 feet of the southeasterly 10 feet of 5354 Douglas Drive North.
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
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10. The Council considered a resolution vacating an existing drainage and utility
easement at 5324-5332-5340 Hanson Court North in the City of Crystal.
Assistant Community Development Director John Sutter addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-93
RESOLUTION VACATING AN EXISTING
DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT
AT 5324-5332-5340 HANSON COURT NORTH
IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
11. The Council considered site and building plans for the construction of detached
garages for the apartment buildings at 5324-5332-5340 Hanson Court.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner John Sutter addressed
the Council.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Mayor Bowman to approve
site and building plans for the construction of detached garages for the apartment
buildings at 5324-5332-5340 Hanson Court.
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried.
12. The Council considered its Year 2006 goals.
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve
its Year 2006 goals.
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
13. The Council considered a resolution relating to Northwest Hennepin Human
Services Council; authorizing the execution and delivery of an amended Joint and
Cooperative Agreement.
Assistant City Manager/HR Manager Kim Therres addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adopt the
following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-94
RESOLUTION RELATING TO
NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL;
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF
AN AMENDED JOINT AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following:
The next Council Meeting will be at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, October 3, 2006 in the
Council Chambers at City Hall.
The Council will have a work session on Thursday, October 12, 2006, to discuss
the CR 81 project with Hennepin County staff.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to adjourn the
meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas
Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the city clerk recorded the attendance, as follows:
COUNCIL: Anderson, Joselyn, Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Police Captain D. Oyaas,
Community Development Director P. Peters, Public Works Director/City
Engineer T. Mathisen, Finance Director C. Hansen, and City Clerk J. Lewis
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PROCLAMATION
The Mayor proclaimed October 23-27 as Manufacturer's Week in the City of Crystal.
COUNCIL MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from September 19, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session from September 19, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings:
The Regular City Council Meeting from September 19, 2006; and
The Council Work Session from September 19, 2006.
Motion carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single -motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director; and
3. Approval of election judge appointments and assigned precincts for the General
Election on November 7, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
The following residents addressed the Council during open forum regarding top soil
and sod replacement relating to street reconstruction projects:
• Naomi Davidson, 4141 Kentucky Ave N
• Jan Scofield, 3656 Colorado Ave N
REGULAR AGENDA
The Council considered a resolution awarding the contract for the Joint Water
Commission (JWC) Reservoir Leak Repair Project #2006-16.
Public Works Director Tom Mathisen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO 2006-95
A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR THE JOINT WATER
COMMISSION (JWC) RESERVOIR LEAK REPAIR PROJECT #2006-16
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
2. The Council considered two resolutions A) amending the 2006 Permanent
Improvement Revolving Fund Budget and B) amending the 2006 General Fund and
Police Equipment Revolving Fund Budgets.
Finance Director Charlie Hansen addressed the Council.
Resolution A
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 96
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2006
PERMANENT IMPROVEMENT REVOLVING FUND BUDGET
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Resolution B
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 97
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2006 GENERAL FUND
AND POLICE EQUIPMENT REVOLVING FUND BUDGETS
Voting aye: Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, Anderson, Krantz, Bowman, and Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following:
• The Council will have a work session on Thursday, October 12 at 7:00 PM to
discuss the CR 81/Bottineau Boulevard Project with Hennepin County and Metro
Transit Staff.
• Citizen Input Time will be held from 6:00 — 6:30 PM on Tuesday, October 17 in
conference room A at City Hall.
The next Council Meeting will be at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, October 17, 2006 in the
Council Chambers at City Hall.
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ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to adjourn the
meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:23 p.m.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Moore called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the city clerk recorded the attendance, as follows:
COUNCIL: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes
ABSENT: Bowman (arrived at 7:20 p.m.)
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Community Development
Director P. Peters, Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen, Finance
Director C. Hansen, Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner
J. Sutter, Zoning Administrator/Code Enforcement Coordinator J.
Zimmermann, Assistant City Manager/HR Manager K. Therres, and City
Clerk J. Lewis
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor Pro Tem led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from October 3, 2006; and
■ Two Council Work Sessions from October 3, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from October 3, 2006; and
■ Two Council Work Sessions from October 3, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single-motion.-
Approval
ingle-motion:
Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director; and
3. Approval of PIR expenditure for the purchase of floating boardwalk materials for
Hagemeister Pond Preserve.
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Consent agenda continued
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the consent agenda, but remove item #3 and move it to the end of the
regular agenda.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Mayor Pro Tem Moore declared this was the date and time advertised for a public
hearing when the Council received public comment and considered a resolution
relating to an Assessment for the Skyway Neighborhood Seal Coat Program.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen gave a presentation to the
Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Moore opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no
one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Pro Tem Moore
declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO 2006-98
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN
ASSESSMENT FOR THE 2006 SKYWAY NEIGHBORHOOD
SEAL COAT PROGRAM
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes; absent,
not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Public hearings continued
2. Mayor Pro Tem Moore declared this was the date and time advertised when the
Council received public comment and considered a resolution relating to an
Assessment for the Phase 8 Forest South, Street Reconstruction, Driveway and
Sewer Service Repair.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen gave a presentation to the
Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Moore opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no
one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Pro Tem Moore
declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO 2006-99
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN ASSESSMENT
PHASE 8 FOREST SOUTH STREET
RECONSTRUCTION DRIVEWAY AND
SEWER SERVICE REPAIR
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes; absent,
not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
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REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution approving Utility Capital Improvement Project
(CIP) expenditure for garage replacement furnaces.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen gave a presentation to the
Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO 2006-100
A RESOLUTION APPROVING
UTILITY CIP EXPENDITURE
FOR GARAGE REPLACEMENT FURNACES
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes; absent,
not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
2. The Council considered a resolution approving the modification of Sewer Utility
CIP Budget for additional Phase 8 related Sewer Replacement Work.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen gave a presentation to the
Council.
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Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO 2006-101
A RESOLUTION APPROVING MODIFICATION
OF SEWER UTILITY CIP BUDGET
FOR ADDITIONAL PHASE 8 RELATED
SEWER REPLACEMENT WORK
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes; absent,
not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
3. The Council considered a resolution approving Street Reconstruction Fund
expenditure for update of Pavement Management System and Overall Study.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen gave a presentation to the
Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO 2006-102
A RESOLUTION APPROVING
STREET RECONSTRUCTION FUND EXPENDITURE
FOR UPDATE OF THE
PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
AND OVERALL STUDY
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes; absent,
not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Mayor Bowman arrived at 7:20 p.m. and assumed the duties as the presiding officer from
Mayor Pro Tem Moore.
4. The Council considered a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review for an
auto dealership at 5273 West Broadway.
Zoning Administrator/Code Enforcement Coordinator Jason Zimmermann
presented to the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve the Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review for an auto dealership at
5273 West Broadway, as recommended by the Planning Commission at its
meeting on October 9, 2006, and based on the findings of fact and conditions
outlined in Section C of the Staff Report dated October 12, 2006.
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes; absent,
not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
5. The Council considered a resolution adopting the final 2007 Fee Schedule
(excluding utility billing rates).
Finance Director Charlie Hansen presented to the Council.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO 2006-103
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE
FINAL 2007 FEE SCHEDULE
(EXCLUDING UTILITY BILLING RATES)
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes; absent,
not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6. The Council considered approval of the 2007 West Metro Fire Operations Budget.
City Manager A. Norris addressed the Council and answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Mayor Bowman to approve
the 2007 West Metro Fire Operations Budget.
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes; absent,
not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried.
7. The Council considered a resolution stating opposition to legislation proposals that
remove cable television system build -out provisions from Chapter 238 of
Minnesota State Law.
City Manager A. Norris addressed the Council and answered questions.
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October 17, 2006
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Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO 2006-104
A RESOLUTION STATING OPPOSITION TO
LEGISLATION PROPOSALS THAT REMOVE
CABLE TELEVISION SYSTEM BUILD -OUT PROVISIONS
FROM CHAPTER 238 OF MINNESOTA STATE LAW.
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes; absent,
not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
8. The Council considered approving PIR expenditure for the purchase of floating
boardwalk materials for Hagemeister Pond Preserve.
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen addressed the Council and
answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
approve PIR expenditure for the purchase of floating boardwalk materials for
Hagemeister Pond Preserve.
Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Grimes; absent,
not voting: Bowman.
Motion carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following:
• The next Council Meeting will be at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 in
the Council Chambers at City Hall.
• The Crystal Human Rights Commission will host a forum for area residents to view
and discuss the "New Minnesotans" video, 7-9 PM on October 24, 2006 at the
Winnetka Learning Center.
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Candidate Forums for Ward 2 and Section II Municipal Offices will be at 7 PM on
October 24, 2006 in the Council Chambers at Crystal City Hall.
Candidate Forums for Senate District 45 and House Districts 45A and 45B will be at
7 PM on October 25, 2006 in the District 281 Education Service Center.
The City of Crystal's has vacancies on its boards and commissions. Interested
residents should contact City Hall at 763-531-1000 to obtain more information and
apply.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adjourn the
meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 7:39 p.m.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the regular City Council
Meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Joselyn, Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, and Anderson
ABSENT: Krantz
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Public Works
Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen, Assistant City Manager/HR Manager
K. Therres, Community Development Director P. Peters, Police Captain
D. Oyaas, Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner J.
Sutter, Finance Director C. Hansen, and Fire Chief S. Crandall.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Bowman declared the Regular City Council Meeting would recess and convened
the Canvassing Board Meeting.
CANVASSING BOARD
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the
City Charter, the Crystal City Council convened as the Canvassing Board at 7:03 p.m.
on November 8, 2006, at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota to discuss the results
from the Municipal General Election.
The Council considered Resolution 2006-105 canvassing the vote and declaring
the results of the General Municipal Election.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-105
RESOLUTION CANVASSING THE VOTE
AND DECLARING THE RESULTS
OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, and Anderson; absent,
not voting: Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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ADJOURN AND RECONVENE
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore
to adjourn the Canvassing Board Meeting and reconvene the Regular City
Council Meeting.
Motion carried.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The Council Work Session from October 12, 2006;
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from October 17, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session from October 17, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Mayor Bowman to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
■ The Council Work Session from October 12, 2006;
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from October 17, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session from October 17, 2006.
Motion carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single -motion:
1. Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Approval of canceling the Council Work Session scheduled on November 9,
2006;
4. Acceptance of the resignation from Lori Golightly of the Environmental Quality
Commission;
5. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at
Bassett Creek Park on November 11, 2006 submitted by William O'Reilly; and
6. Adoption of Resolution 2006-106 approving the firm of Kern, DeWenter, and
Viere for auditing services for the Year 2006.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
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OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a private kennel license at 5907 Hampshire Ave N
submitted by Lee Greiner.
The applicant Lee Grenier was in attendance.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member
Hoffmann to approve the private kennel license at 5907 Hampshire Ave N
submitted by Lee Greiner.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, and Anderson;
absent, not voting: Krantz.
Motion carried.
2. The Council considered a resolution authorizing replacement of failed boulevard
sod in Phases 6 and 7 Street Reconstruction Projects.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Mayor Bowman to table the
following resolution, until all members of the Council are in attendance at a
meeting to discuss and vote on it:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 -
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REPLACEMENT OF
FAILED BOULEVARD SOD IN
PHASES 6 AND 7 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, and Anderson;
absent. not votina: Krantz.
Motion carried.
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Regular Agenda continued
3. The Council considered a resolution making annual elections for the 2007
Insurance Policy.
Finance Director C. Hansen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed
with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-107
RESOLUTION MAKING ANNUAL ELECTIONS
FOR THE 2007 INSURANCE POLICY
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, and Anderson;
absent, not voting: Krantz.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The Council considered an agreement for legal services with Kennedy &
Graven, 2007-08.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member
Anderson to(approve an agreement for legal services with Kennedy & Graven,
2007-08.
Voting aye: Joselyn, Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Grimes, and Anderson;
absent, not voting: Krantz.
Motion carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following:
• The next Council Meeting will be at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 in
the Council Chambers at City Hall.
• Citizen Input Time will be held from 6-6:30 in Conference Room A on November
21, 2006.
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ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m.
ATTEST:
Kimberly J. Therres,
Assistant City Manager
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on
Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 4141
Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson
ABSENT: Joselyn
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Assistant City
Manager/HR Manager K. Therres, Police Chief H. Algyer, Assistant
Community Development Director/City Planner J. Sutter, Finance Director
C. Hansen, Zoning Administrator/Code Enforcement Coordinator J.
Zimmermann, and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PROCLAMATIONS
• The Mayor proclaimed December 1, 2006 as Human Rights Day in the City.
• The Mayor proclaimed November 27 - December 4 as Childhood Cancer
Awareness Week.
COUNCIL MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The First Council Work Session from November 8, 2006
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from November 8, 2006; and
■ The Second Council Work Session November 8, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
■ The First Council Work Session from November 8, 2006
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from November 8, 2006; and
■ The Second Council Work Session November 8, 2006.
Motion carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial
in nature, in a single -motion:
1. Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director;
3. Acceptance of the resignation of Brett Sween from the Environmental Quality
Commission;
4. Acceptance of the resignation of Jason Wilde from the Environmental Quality
Commission effective December 31, 2006; and
5. Approval of an interim Environmental Health Services Agreement with the City of
Brooklyn Park.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to approve the consent agenda, but remove item #5 and place it at the end of the
regular agenda.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Mayor Bowman declared this was the date and time advertised for a public
hearing when the City Council considered a resolution approving a Currency
Exchange Renewal License for Cashway Checking LLC located at 127 Willow
Bend submitted by Michael Schroeder.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing
to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Bowman declared the
public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent.-
RESOLUTION
onsent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 108
RESOLUTION APPROVING A CURRENCY EXCHANGE
RENEWAL LICENSE FOR CASHWAY CHECKING LLC
LOCATED AT 127 WILLOW BEND
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson,
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Public Hearings continued
2. Mayor Bowman declared this was the date and time advertised for a public
hearing when the Council considered a resolution approving a Currency
Exchange Renewal License for Cash -n -Pawn located at 5445 Lakeland Ave N
submitted by C -N -P Northwest Ltd.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing
to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Bowman declared the
public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member
Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed
with by unanimous consent.-
RESOLUTION
onsent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 109
RESOLUTION APPROVING A
CURRENCY EXCHANGE RENEWAL LICENSE
FOR C -N -P NORTHWEST LTD; D.B.A CASH -N -PAWN
LOCATED AT 5445 LAKELAND AVE N
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson,
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
OPEN FORUM
The following persons addressed the Council during open forum:
• Bob Slattery from the VFW Post 494, 5222 — 56th Ave N, discussed the lawful
gambling ordinance and contribution requirements;
• Ed Thonander, representing the Crystal Lions, discussed the lawful gambling
ordinance and contribution requirements
Don Crawford, 3833 Hampshire Ave N, discussed failed boulevard sod
matters during street reconstruction projects
Patricia Arnold, 6726 — 45th Ave N, discussed failed boulevard sod and
driveway replacement matters during street reconstruction projects
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REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council received public comment regarding proposed amendments to City
Code provisions governing motor vehicle and recreational equipment parking
and storage from the following persons:
• Ron Sander, 3432 Yates Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Tom Sherman, 5845 Jersey Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Lucille Purdy, 8324 Northern Drive, against the proposed amendments
• Ronald Dennis, 4331 Brunswick Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Jon Thelen, 4548 Hampshire Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Steven Trost, 2911 Georgia Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Ray Gruber, 3551 Xenia Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Drew Kabanuk, 5520 Twin Lake Terrace, against the proposed amendments
• Donna Kabanuk, 5520 Twin Lake Terrace, against the proposed
amendments
• Nathan Torrey, 3431 Florida Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Carlene Hames, 5125 — 54th Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Mark Wilson, 3442 Florida Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Todd Havisto, 5458 Orchard Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Clyde Groshong, 4645 Adair Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• James Robinson, 4421 — 36th Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Dori Ann, 7901 — 33rd Place N, against the proposed amendments
• Tom Van Housen, 6322 — 45th Place N, against the proposed amendments
• Dan Johnson, 5446 Orchard Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• LeRoy Smithrud, 3317 Hampshire Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Tim Herlofsky, 6411 Lombardy Lane, against the proposed amendments
• Jan Jordet, 5813 — 38th Ave N, against the proposed amendments
• Shirley Burgoyne, 4346 Welcome Ave N, supported the proposed
amendments
The Mayor declared a 5 -minute recess at 8:35 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
8:40 p.m.
2. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance amending Crystal City
Code Section 515 (Zoning).
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner J. Sutter addressed the
Council.
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Regular Agenda continued
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adopt
the following ordinance, as presented in Exhibit A:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 515 (ZONING)
and further, that the second reading be held on December 19, 2006
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson, Absent,
not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried.
3. The Council considered authorizing a recruitment effort for the Comprehensive
Plan Task Force and approving process timetable.
Assistant Community Development Director/City Planner J. Sutter addressed the
Council.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
authorize the recruitment effort for the Comprehensive Plan Task Force and
approve a process timetable.
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson, Absent,
not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried.
4. The Council considered a resolution regarding LOGIS Bond Sale; authorizing the
issuance and sale of Governmental Facilities Revenue Bond, Series 2006; in the
original aggregate principal amount not to exceed $6,000,000; authorizing the
execution of certain documents and directing delivery thereof; and providing for
the security, rights, and remedies of the holders of the Bond.
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Regular Agenda continued
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 110
RESOLUTION REGARDING LOGIS BOND SALE;
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
GOVERNMENTAL FACILITIES REVENUE BOND, SERIES 2006;
IN THE ORIGINAL AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED $6,000,000;
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF CERTAIN DOCUMENTS
AND DIRECTING DELIVERY THEREOF;
AND PROVIDING FOR THE SECURITY, RIGHTS,
AND REMEDIES OF THE HOLDERS OF THE BOND
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson, Absent,
not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5. The Council considered a resolution to extend social security to elected officials
who are members of, or are eligible for membership in, the defined contribution
plan administered by the Public Employee Retirement Association.
Assistant City Manager/HR Manager K. Therres addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krantz
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 111
RESOLUTION TO EXTEND SOCIAL SECURITY
TO ELECTED OFFICIALS WHO ARE MEMBERS OF,
OR ARE ELIGIBLE FOR MEMBERSHIP IN,
THE DEFINED CONTRIBUTION PLAN
ADMINISTERED BY THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEE
RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson, Absent,
not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular Agenda continued
6. The Council considered a Memorandum of Understanding for the 2007
insurance contribution with Local 56 (police supervisors).
Assistant City Manager/HR Manager K. Therres addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve a Memorandum of Understanding for the 2007 insurance contribution
with Local 56 (police supervisors).
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson, Absent,
not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried.
7. The Council considered a resolution adopting the Final 2007 Fee Schedule with
utility rates.
Finance Director C. Hansen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 112
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FINAL
2007 FEE SCHEDULE WITH UTILITY RATES
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson, Absent,
not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
8. The Council considered a resolution creating the Major Building Replacement
Fund.
Finance Director C. Hansen addressed the Council.
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November 21, 2006
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Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 113
RESOLUTION CREATING THE MAJOR
BUILDING REPLACEMENT FUND
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson,
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
9. The Council considered a resolution authorizing an Interfund Loan from the
Economic Development Fund to the TIF District 2154 Fund.
Finance Director C. Hansen addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member
Anderson to postpone action on the resolution until December 4, 2006.
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson,
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried.
10. The Council considered an interim Environmental Health Services Agreement
with the City of Brooklyn Park.
City Manager A. Norris addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member
Anderson to approve the interim Environmental Health Services Agreement with
the City of Brooklyn Park.
Voting aye: Bowman, Moore, Hoffmann, Krantz, Grimes, and Anderson,
Absent, not voting: Joselyn.
Motion carried.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following:
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At 7:00 PM on Monday, December 4, 2006, the City Council will conduct the
Truth -in -Taxation Hearing and Regular City Council Meeting. Both meetings will
be conducted in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
ADJORNMENT
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adjourn the meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 9:21 p.m.
ATTEST:
Janet` ewis, City Clerk
Motion carried.
ReNae J. B ma , Mayor
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Truth in Taxation Public Hearing and Regular
Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on Monday, December 4, 2006 at
7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor
ReNae Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Krantz, Anderson, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Hoffmann, and Grimes
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Police Captain D. Oyaas,
Community Development Director P. Peters, Assistant Community
Development Director/City Planner J. Sutter, Finance Director C. Hansen,
Zoning Administrator/Code Enforcement Coordinator J. Zimmermann,
Administrative Services Coordinator T. Tassoni, and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
TRUTH IN TAXATION HEARING
1. Mayor Bowman declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public
hearing at which time the City Council received a presentation and public
comment on the budget and proposed 2007 property tax levy.
Finance Director Charles Hansen gave a short presentation and answered
questions.
The Mayor declared the public hearing was open for comment. The following
persons addressed the Council:
Peggy Jensen, 3532 Major Ave N, spoke against increased property taxes
Mary Cesaretti, 6409 43rd Ave N, spoke against increased property taxes
LeRoy Smithrud, 3317 Hampshire Ave N, spoke against increased property
taxes
There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony,
Mayor Bowman declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
cancel the Special Council Meeting on December 18, 2006.
Motion carried.
Mayor Bowman announced the regular City Council Meeting would begin.
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COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from November 21, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session November 21, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from November 21, 2006; and
■ The Council Work Session November 21, 2006.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
1. Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to the
City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director; and
3. Acceptance of the resignation of Lois Wendt from the Northwest Hennepin Human
Services Council.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
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REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered a resolution authorizing replacement of failed boulevard
sod for affected properties in Street Reconstruction Projects, Phases 6 & 7.
The following persons addressed the Council:
• Public Works Director/City Engineer Tom Mathisen
• Aaron Ditzler, SEH Consultant
• Rich Jordan, Sod Contractor
• Naomi Davidson, 4141 Kentucky Ave N
• Peggy Jensen, 3532 Major Ave N
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes
to postpone action on the resolution until an unspecified date.
Voting aye: Krantz, Anderson, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Hoffmann, and Grimes.
Motion carried.
2. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance relating to storage of
motor vehicles and recreational vehicles and equipment.
The following persons addressed the Council:
• Community Development Director P. Peters
• Dori Ann, 7901 33rd PI N, spoke against the proposed amendments
• Ron Sander, 3432 Yates Ave N, spoke against the proposed amendments
• LeRoy Smithrud, 3317 Hampshire Ave N, spoke against the proposed
amendments
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to adopt Exhibit A ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
STORAGE OF MOTOR VEHICLES AND
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
And further, that the Second Reading be held on December 19, 2006.
By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Krantz, Moore, Anderson, Grimes and
Hoffmann; voting no: Bowman.
Motion carried.
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Regular Agenda continued
3. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance relating to Title 11
Charitable Gambling; amending Section 1185 of the Crystal City Code relating to
lawful gambling.
The following persons addressed the Council:
• City Attorney M. Norton
• Karsten Nelson, 6521 42nd Ave N, West Metro Fire Relief Association
• Ron Oas, 4548 Nevada Ave N, Crystal Lions
• Jim Richter, 6502 Cloverdale Ave N, Crystal VFW Post 494
• Bill Merriam, 4901 Douglas Dr N, West Metro Fire Relief Association
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO TITLE 11
CHARITABLE GAMBLING;
AMENDING SECTION 1185
OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE
RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING
And further, that the Second Reading be held on December 19, 2006.
Voting aye: Krantz, Anderson, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Hoffmann, and Grimes.
Motion carried.
4. The Council considered a Memorandum of Understanding for the 2007 insurance
contribution with Local 44 (police officers).
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to
approve the Memorandum of Understanding for the 2007 insurance contribution
with Local 44 (police officers).
Voting aye: Krantz, Anderson, Moore, Joselyn, Bowman, Hoffmann, and Grimes.
Motion carried.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced the following information:
• A closed Executive Work Session of the City Council is scheduled at 7:00 PM on
Thursday, December 14 to discuss the City Manager's annual performance
evaluation.
• Citizen Input Time is canceled on December 19, 2006 but will resume on January
17, 2007.
• City offices will be closed on Monday, December 25 for the holiday.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to
adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:24 p.m.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Truth in Taxation Public Hearing and
Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on Tuesday, December
19, 2006 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal
Minnesota. Mayor ReNae Bowman called the meeting to order.
Upon roll call, the following members were present:
COUNCIL: Bowman, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Hoffmann, Krantz, and Joselyn.
STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Police Chief H. Algyer,
Recreation Director G. Hackett, Public Works Director/City Engineer T.
Mathisen, and City Clerk J. Lewis.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENTATION OF AWAR
Mayor Bowman, and representatives from the West Metro Fire Auxiliary, presented
awards to the winners of the 2007 Crystal Sparkles Contest:
Residential - Single Family
■ First Place George & Orla McClure, 6324 Fairview Ave N
■ Second Place Robert Tjoens, 5240 — 48" Ave N
Residential - Multi -Family
■ First Place Cedarwood Apartments, 5450 Douglas Drive N
Commercial
■ First Place Heathers Manor, 3000 Douglas Drive N
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings, in a single
motion:
■ The Regular City Council Meeting from December 4, 2006;
■ The Council Work Session from December 4, 2006; and
■ The Council Executive Work Session from December 14, 2006.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Krantz to
approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings, in a single motion:
• The Regular City Council Meeting from December 4, 2006;
■ The Council Work Session from December 4, 2006; and
■ The Council Executive Work Session from December 14, 2006.
Motion carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
1. Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the City Clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the City Clerk;
2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director to
the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Finance Director -,and
3. Acceptance of the resignation of Kelly Leuca from the Human Rights
Commission.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member
Anderson to approve the consent agenda.
Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
No public comment was given during open forum.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. The Council considered civil penalties for the violation of ordinances and laws
relating to the illegal sale of alcohol and/or tobacco to underage persons by the
following businesses:
■ Red Dragon Liquor
■ Crystal Gas & Food
■ Walgreens
■ Sheba's Market
(Owners: Mr. or Mrs. Uk)
(Owner: Girma Fita)
(Manager: Heather Schmidt)
(Owner: Sharpe Malekebu)
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Mr. Uk and his attorney Mr. Thomas Hacker appeared before the Council and
admitted the violation for Red Dragon Liquors.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to impose a $750 fine and a 1 -day license suspension to begin on a Friday with
the city clerk determining the penalty dates, for Red Dragon Liquors, located at
5924 West Broadway, for the violation of ordinances and laws relating to the
illegal sale of alcohol to an underage person.
Voting aye: Bowman, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Hoffmann, Krantz, and
Joselyn.
Motion carried.
No one appeared before the Council from GF Crystal Gas & Foods to admit the
violation.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
impose a $1,500 fine and a 3 -day license suspension to begin on a Friday with
the city clerk determining the penalty dates, for GF Crystal Gas & Foods, located
at 4800 — 56th Ave N, for the violation of ordinances and laws relating to the
illegal sale of alcohol to an underage person.
Voting aye: Bowman, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Hoffmann, Krantz, and
Joselyn.
Motion carried.
Ms. Heather Schmidt, manager of Walgreens, appeared before the Council and
admitted the violation.
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Anderson to
impose a $500 fine and a 10 -day license suspension to begin on a Thursday
with the city clerk determining the penalty dates, for Walgreens, located at 6800
—56 th Ave N for the violation of ordinances and laws relating to the illegal sale of
tobacco to an underage person.
Voting aye: Bowman, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Hoffmann, Krantz, and
Joselyn.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
Mr. Sharpe Malekebu, owner of Sheba's Mart, appeared before the Council and
admitted the violation.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to impose a $500 fine and a 10 -day license suspension to begin on a Thursday
with the city clerk determining the penalty dates, for Sheba's Mart, located at
3545 Douglas Drive, for the violation of ordinances and laws relating to the illegal
sale of tobacco to an underage person.
Voting aye: Bowman, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Hoffmann, Krantz, and
Joselyn.
Motion carried.
2. The Council considered appeals of delinquent accounts by MAC tenants.
No MAC tenant made an appeal to the Council regarding delinquent accounts.
3. The Council considered a resolution authorizing replacement of failed boulevard
sod in Phases 6 and 7 Street Reconstruction Projects.
Public Works Director/City Engineer T. Mathisen addressed the Council and
answered questions.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes
to adopt the following resolution with Option #5, the reading of which was
dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-114
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REPLACEMENT OF
FAILED BOULEVARD SOD IN
PHASES 6 AND 7 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.
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Regular agenda continued
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
amend Option #5 by striking the paragraph relating to "Average" ratings to
disqualify properties for sod replacement program with "Average" "Nice" or
"Great" ratings.
By roll call and voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, and Joselyn.
Voting nay: Anderson, Bowman, and Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
add a sentence to Option #5 that property owners eligible to receive sod benefits
through this program are ineligible to receive future benefits for any failed sod.
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to amend Option #5 to strike the sentence that a property owner may appeal
their rating.
By roll call and voting aye: Moore. Voting nay: Anderson, Bowman, Grimes,
Hoffmann, Joselyn, and Krantz.
Motion failed.
Council Member Grimes moved to call the question and Council Member Joselyn
seconded the motion.
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
Voting on the main motion, as amended: voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes,
Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and Hoffmann.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
4. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2006-09 amending
City Code Section 1330 relating to the storage of motor vehicles and recreational
vehicles and equipment; and to approve and direct the publication of it in
summary form.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to
adopt the following ordinance and to approve and direct the publication of
Ordinance 2006-09 in summary form:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -09
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
STORAGE OF MOTOR VEHICLES AND
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to
amend the ordinance and establish an effective date of August 1, 2007.
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to
amend the ordinance relating to grandfathering provisions in Section 1330.17 to
read as follows: The RVE Continuation Permit shall terminate and the property
shall fully comply with this section upon the property owner (1) ceasing to own
the property, (2) ceasing to occupy the property, or (3) ceasing to own the RVE
for which the permit was issued.
By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Bowman, Grimes, Joselyn, Krantz, and
Moore. Voting nay: Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore
to amend the ordinance relating to RVE size in Sections 1330.15 subdivision 6
and 1330.17 to strike the number 30 feet and insert 32 feet.
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
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Regular agenda continued
By roll call, voting on the main motion, as amended; voting aye: Grimes,
Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krantz, Moore, and Anderson. Voting nay: Bowman.
Motion carried.
5. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2006-10 amending
City Code Section 1185 relating to lawful gambling; and to approve and direct
the publication of it in summary form.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes
to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -10
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
LAWFUL GAMBLING
And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes
to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2006-10 in summary form.
Motion carried.
6. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2006-11 amending
Crystal City Code Section 515 (Zoning); and to approve and direct the
publication of it in summary form.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to adopt the following ordinance:
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Regular agenda continued
ORDINANCE NO. 2006 -10
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 515 - ZONING
And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading.
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson
to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2006-10 in summary form.
Motion carried.
7. The Council considered three resolutions relating to the 2007 budgets and tax
levies; A) approving the 2007 Property Tax Levies; B) approving the 2007
General Fund Budget; and C) approving the 2007 Budgets for the Special
Revenue, Debt Service, Capital Projects, Enterprise, and Internal Service Funds.
Resolution A
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-115
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2007 PROPERTY TAX LEVIES
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Resolution B
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Mayor Bowman to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-116
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2007 GENERAL FUND BUDGETS
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Resolution C
Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member
Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed
with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-117
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2007 BUDGETS
FOR THE SPECIAL REVENUE, DEBT SERVICE, CAPITAL PROJECTS,
ENTERPRISE, AND INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
8. The Council considered a policy regarding understated/undercharged water
meters.
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Mayor Bowman to
approve the policy regarding understated/undercharged water meters.
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
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Reqular agenda continued
9. The Council considered a resolution recognizing Council Member Joselyn for his
years of service.
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-118
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING COUNCIL MEMBER
GARY JOSELYN FOR HIS YEARS OF SERVICE
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
10. The Council considered a resolution approving employment contract with City
Manager Anne Norris.
Council Member Moore requested a correction to the base salary in the contract
to reflect the accurate amount.
Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann
to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-119
RESOLUTION APPROVING EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
WITH CITY MANAGER ANNE NORRIS
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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Regular agenda continued
11. The Council considered its meeting schedules for 2007 (work sessions and
regular council meetings).
Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Mayor Bowman to
approve the City Council meeting and work session schedules for 2007.
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
12. The Council considered wages & benefits for 2007 for non -represented
employees.
Moved by Mayor Bowman and seconded by Council Member Krantz to approve
the wages & benefits for 2007 non -represented employees.
Voting aye: Krantz, Moore, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Bowman, and
Hoffmann.
Motion carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
• City offices will be closed on Monday, December 25 and January 1 for the
holidays.
• The next regular City Council Meeting will be on Tuesday, January 2, 2007.
• The Council will conduct a work session with the Planning Commission at 10 AM
on Saturday, January 6, 2007.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krantz to adjourn
the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:06 p.m.
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