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2004 Meeting MinutesCrystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 780 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on Tuesday, January 6, 2004, at 7:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Mayor called the meeting to order. Upon roil call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Community Development Director P. Peters, and City Clerk J. Lewis. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. The City Council considered the minutes of the regular City Council meeting and the Work Session of December 16, 2003. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the minutes of the regular City Council Meeting and the Work Session of December 16, 2003 with one correction to agenda item #4 on page 775. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 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 freestanding sign for Woodbridge Apartments at 2701 Brunswick Ave N. 4. Adoption of Resolution 2004-1 authorizing execution of a conditional use license agreement with Hennepin County for access to electronic digital data (GIS). Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. :I Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 781 Public Hearing 1. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the second-hand goods license for Establishment Gaby located at 2740 Douglas Drive submitted by Ayi Kokodoko. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. Meesho Kokodoko, nephew of the applicant, addressed the Council. There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the second-hand goods license for Establishment Gaby located at 2740 Douglas Drive submitted by Ayi Kokodoko. Voting aye: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. Motion carried. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered Resolution 2004-2 appointing Brenda Asmus as an alternate commissioner to the Shingle Creek Watershed Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2006. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-1 RESOLUTION APPOINTING AN ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION Voting aye: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 781 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 782 Regular agenda continued 2. The Council considered A) the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-1 and B) its corresponding summary publication, relating to Zoning, amending and re -codifying Crystal City Code Section 515 as embodied in Appendix I of the Crystal City Code of 1994. A. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 2004-1 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING AMENDING AND RE -CODIFYING SECTION 515 AS EMBODIED IN APPENDIX I OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE OF 1994 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Voting aye: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. Motion carried; ordinance adopted. B. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2004-1 in summary form. Motion carried. 3. The Council considered A) the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-2 and B) its corresponding summary publication, relating to the Building Code, amending Sections 400, 410, and 415 of the Crystal City Code. A. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 2004-2 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE BUILDING CODE AMENDING SECTIONS 400, 410, AND 415 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE and further, that this be the second and final reading. Voting aye: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. Motion carried; ordinance adopted. 782 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 783 Regular agenda continued B. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2004-2 in summary form. Motion carried. 4. The Council considered A) the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-3 and B) its corresponding summary publication, relating to Fire Prevention, amending Section 905 of the Crystal City Code. A. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 2004-3 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO FIRE PREVENTION AMENDING SECTION 905 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE and further, that this be the second and final reading. Voting aye: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. Motion carried; ordinance adopted. B. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2004-3 in summary form. Motion carried. 5. The Council considered Phase 6 Brownwood Street Reconstruction Project State Aid Road design issues including street width & parking, sidewalks, and striping. Public Works Director Tom Mathisen presented and answered questions. The Council received public comment from the following: • Jody Roehm, 3941 Hampshire Ave N ■ Tom Klatt, 6504 — 38th Ave N ■ Kathy Lynch, 4017 Hampshire Ave N ■ Blake Von Haden, 3949 Hampshire Ave N ■ Dick Snell, 4036 Hampshire Ave N ■ Tess Moleski, 4076 Hampshire Ave N 783 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 784 Regular agenda continued ■ Matt Pletcher, 3852 Hampshire Ave N ■ Craig Hewitt, 3828 Hampshire Ave N ■ Patrick Sauter, 4026 Hampshire Ave N ■ Jim Martin, 3948 Hampshire Ave N ■ Harold Claypool, 4073 Hampshire Ave N Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the street width of 32 feet and parking on the north side of 38th Avenue and the east side of Hampshire Avenue. Voting aye: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to remove both sidewalks and street striping from the project. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to divide the issues of sidewalks and street striping into separate questions. By roll call and voting aye on the motion to divide the issues: Meintsma, Moore, Grimes, Hoffmann, Joselyn, and Krueger. Voting no: Anderson. Motion carried. The Mayor called for a vote on the first portion of the divided motion, to remove sidewalks on Hampshire and 38th Avenues from the Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project. By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann. Voting no: Moore, Joselyn, Krueger, and Meintsma. Motion failed. The Mayor called for a vote on the second portion of the divided motion, to remove street striping on Hampshire and 38th Avenues from the Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project. Voting aye: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. Motion carried. 6. The Council considered the designation of Wells Fargo Bank MN — Crystal Branch as the official depository for the City of Crystal for the year 2004. MI Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 785 Regular agenda continued Moved by Council Member Hoffman and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the designation of Wells Fargo Bank MN, Crystal Branch as the official depository for the City of Crystal for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 7. The Council considered the designation of the official newspaper as the Sun Post (primary legal newspaper) and the Star Tribune (secondary legal newspaper) for the City of Crystal for the year 2004. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krueger 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 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 8. The Council considered appointing City Manager Anne Norris as the Hennepin Recycling Group (HRG) Board Member for the year 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve City Manager Anne Norris as the Hennepin Recycling Group Board Member for the City of Crystal for 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 9. The Council considered the appointment of Mayor Pro Tem for the year 2004. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Grimes to appoint Mark Hoffmann as Mayor Pro Tem for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. r Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 786 Regular agenda continued 10. The Council considered the appointment for council liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission for the year 2004. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Grimes to appoint Garry Grimes as the council liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 11. The Council considered the appointment for council liaison to the Environmental Quality Commission for the year 2004. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Grimes to appoint Laurie Ann Moore as the council liaison to the Environmental Quality Commission for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 12. The Council considered the appointment for council liaison to the Human Rights Commission for the year 2004. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Grimes to appoint Tom Krueger as the council liaison to the Human Rights Commission for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 13. The Council considered the appointment for council liaison to the Planning Commission for the year 2004. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Grimes to appoint Gary Joselyn as the council liaison to the Planning Commission for the year 2004. Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 787 Regular agenda continued Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 14. The Council considered the appointment for a representative and an alternate to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for the year 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to appoint Mayor Pete Meintsma as representative and City Manager Anne Norris as alternate to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 15. The Council considered the designation of an AMM legislative contact person and an alternate for the year 2004. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to designate Mayor Pete Meintsma as the legislative contact and City Manager Anne Norris as alternate to the AMM for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 16.The Council considered the designation for representatives to the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission for the year 2004. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to designate Council Member Grimes and City Manager Anne Norris as representatives to the NW Suburbs Cable Communications Commission for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 787 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 788 Regular agenda continued 17. The Council considered Resolution 2004-3 appointing Jim Look as the public representative to the West Metro Fire District Board of Directors. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-3 RESOLUTION APPOINTING A PUBLIC REPRESENTATIVE TO THE WEST METRO FIRE DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 18. The Council considered the appointments for Board Member and an Alternate Board Member to the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council (NWHHSC) for the year 2004. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to appoint City Manager Anne Norris as Board Member and Community Development Director Patrick Peters as Alternate NWHHSC for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 19.The Council considered the appointment for a representative to the Five Cities Senior Transportation Executive Committee for the year 2004. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to appoint Recreation Supervisor Jeanne Fackler as the representative to the Five Cities Senior Transportation Executive Committee for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 789 Regular agenda continued 20. The Council considered the appointments for a Board Member and Alternate Board Member to Local Government Information Systems (LOGIS) for the year 2004. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to appoint City Manager Anne Norris as Board Member and Police Chief Harry Algyer as Alternate to LOGIS for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 21. The Council considered the appointments for a Director and Alternate Director to Pets Under Police Security (PUPS) Board of Directors for the year 2004. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to appoint Police Chief Harry Aigyer as Director and Police Captain Dave Oyaas as Alternate to the PUPS Board of Directors for the year 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 22. The Council considered the reappointment for Les Renschler to the Employee Review Board for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2006. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Krueger to reappoint Les Renschler to the Employee Review Board for a three year term expiring December 31, 2006. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 23. The Council considered the reappointments for Lynn Haney, Guy Mueller, and Tom Jungroth to the Parks & Recreation Commission for three-year terms expiring December 31, 2006. :• Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 790 Regular agenda continued Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Krueger to reappoint Lynn Haney, Guy Mueller, and Tom Jungroth to the Parks & Recreation Commission for three year terms expiring December 31, 2006. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 24. The Council considered the reappointments for Carol McCarter, Diane Bolter, and Dale Bartholomew to the Human Rights Commission for three-year terms expiring December 31, 2006. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Krueger to reappoint Carol McCarter, Diane Bolter, and Dale Bartholomew to the Human Rights Commission for three year terms expiring December 31, 2006. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 25. The Council considered the reappointments for Michelle Strand and Tom Davis to the Planning Commission for three-year terms expiring December 31, 2006. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Krueger to reappoint Michelle Strand and Tom Davis to the Planning Commission for three year terms expiring December 31, 2006. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 26.The Council considered the reappointments for David Luebke, Jason Wilde, Janice Jorgens, Nathan Hallquist, and Monica Erickson to the Environmental Quality Commission for three-year terms expiring December 31, 2006. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Krueger to reappoint David Luebke, Jason Wilde, Janice Jorgens, Nathan Hallquist, and Monica Erickson to the Environmental Quality Commission for three year terms expiring December 31, 2006. 790 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 6, 2004 791 Regular agenda continued Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. 27. The Council considered work session dates on the second Thursday of each month for 2004. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to set work session dates for 2004 as: Jan 8th; Feb 12; Mar 11; April 8; May 13; June 10; July 8; Aug 12; Sept 9; Oct 14; *Nov 18 <*denotes a change>; and Dec 9 with the meetings beginning at 7:00 p.m. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Krueger. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ January 12 JWC TAC water taste & odor Seminar, 10-12:30, GV City Hall ■ January 19 City Offices closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day ■ January 24 Tentative date for Legislative Breakfast at Crystal City Hall Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. ATTEST: L3 X111 J et Lewis, City Clerk 791 Motion carried. Peter E. Meir tsma, Mayor Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 20, 2004 794 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on Tuesday, January 20, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The Mayor called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Meintsma, Grimes, Krueger, Anderson, and Moore ABSENT: Joselyn STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Finance Director S. Dunfee, and City Clerk J. Lewis. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Ceremony Police Chief Algyer and Mayor Meintsma Police Officer Jason Steinke. performed the Swearing-in Ceremony for Proclamation The Mayor proclaimed February as We Care About Kids Month. Council Minutes The Council considered the minutes from the following Council Meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from January 6, 2004; and ■ The Council Work Session from January 6, 2004. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from January 6, 2004; and ■ The Council Work Session from January 6, 2004. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 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 appointment as Assistant Weed Inspector for City Forester James Burks. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. 794 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 20, 2004 Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered the reappointment of Bill Ayshford to the Parks & Recreation Commission for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2006. 795 Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the reappointment of Bill Ayshford to the Parks & Recreation Commission for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2006. Voting aye: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. Absent not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. 2. The Council considered a one-year employment contract with Police Chief Harry Algyer. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve a one year employment contract with Police Chief Harry Algyer. Voting aye: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. Absent not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. 3. The Council considered Resolution 2004-04 approving Year 2003 budget amendments. 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. 2004-04 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE YEAR 2003 BUDGET AMENDMENTS Voting aye: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Meintsma. Absent not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 795 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes January 20, 2004 796 Informal Discussion and Announcements Meeting Reminders: • Saturday, January 24 Legislative Breakfast at Crystal City Hall, 9:30 -11:00 a.m. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:17 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, ayor ATTEST: milli Jarp4t Lewis, City Clerk 796 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes February 3, 2004 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on Tuesday, February 3, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, and Hoffmann ABSENT: Meintsma STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, and City Clerk J. Lewis. 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: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from January 20, 2004; and ■ Two Council Work Sessions from January 20, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from January 20, 2004; and ■ Two Council Work Sessions from January 20, 2004. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 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 peddler license for Nathan Goulet submitted by Robbinsdale BP Amoco. 4. Acceptance of a resignation from the Environmental Quality Commission submitted by Jay Daniel Anderson. 5. Acceptance of a resignation from the Human Rights Commission submitted by Vicki Arbogast. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Crystal City Council Meeting minutes February 3, 2004 Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. 799 Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered Resolution 2004-05 authorizing the support of a Bill for the purpose of granting Legislative Approval of a groundwater appropriation. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-05 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUPPORT OF A BILL FOR THE PURPOSE OF GRANTING LEGISLATIVE APPROVAL OF A GROUNDWATER APPROPRIATION Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. The Council considered Resolution 2004-06 relating to Lawful Gambling; approving a certain premises permit at 4947 West Broadway (K of C Hall). 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. 2004-06 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING; APPROVING A CERTAIN PREMISES PERMIT AT 4947 WEST BROADWAY Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. n Crystal City Council Meeting minutes February 3, 2004 800 Regular agenda continued 3. The Council considered Resolution 2004-07 amending the final Fee Schedule for 2004. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-07 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE FINAL FEE SCHEDULE FOR 2004 Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements Reminders: • February 11 North Metro Mayors Legislation Meeting, 4:30-6:00 p.m. at the State Office Bldg • February 12 Council Work Session to discuss short and long term redevelopment • February 16 City Offices closed for Presidents' Day Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:11 p.m. ATTEST: &ot,�- A Janet Lewis, City Clerk Motion carried. .� • 1ayor Pro Tern Crystal City Council Executive Session minutes February 3, 2004 801 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the closed Executive Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:18 p.m. on February 3, 2004 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota in conference room A. Mayor Pro Tem called the closed Executive Session to order. The city manager recorded the attendance. COUNCIL: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, and Hoffmann ABSENT: Meintsma STAFF: City Manager A. Norris and Community Development Director P. Peters. OTHER: A. Antonsen, Consultant The Council discussed labor contract negotiations. The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m. ATTEST: f ; Anne Dorris, City Manager f G:\Council\Minutes2004\min2-03-04execsession doc . Wrk Hoffnia f, Mayor Pro Tern Crystal City Council Meeting minutes February 17, 2004 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on Tuesday, February 17, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The Mayor called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann. STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Pledge of Allegiance The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Donation Recoanition The Mayor recognized the $200 donation from the Crystal -New Hope Twin West Business Council for the 2004 Safety Camp. Council Minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting and the closed Executive Session from February 3, 2004; and ■ The Council Work Session from February 12, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the following Council Meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting and the closed Executive Session from February 3, 2004; and ■ The Council Work Session from February 12, 2004. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 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. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. 803 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes February 17, 2004 Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. IM Amend the Regular Agenda Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann amend the regular agenda to add a resolution considering PIR Expenditure for the purchase of a Street Department John Deere Replacement Loader. Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered the appointment of Jeff Hester, to the Planning Commission representing Ward 4, for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2006. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the appointment of Jeff Hester, to the Planning Commission representing Ward 4, for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2006. Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann. Motion carried 2. The Council considered Resolution 2004-08 adopting an all Hazard Mitigation Plan. 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. 2004-08 RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN ALL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. The Council considered Resolution 2004-09 approving the plans and specifications with the advertisement for bids for the Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project. City Engineer T. Mathisen presented to the Council and answered questions. i 11 21111J nun'_ -1--- 804 L 1 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes February 17, 2004 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. 2004-09 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS WITH THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE PHASE 6 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The Council considered Resolution 2004-10 relating to parking restrictions on Hampshire Avenue North (S.A.P. 116-328-03) and 38th Avenue North (S.A.P. 116- 332-01). Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-10 RESOLUTION RELATING TO PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON HAMPSHIRE AVENUE NORTH (S.A.P. 116-328-03) AND 38T" AVENUE NORTH (S.A.P. 116-332-01) Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The Council considered Resolution 2004-11 approving the plans and specifications with the advertisement for bids for the Community Center storage addition. City Engineer discussed this project with the Council and answered questions. 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: :l", Crystal City Council Meeting minutes February 17, 2004 806 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-11 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS WITH THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE CCC STORAGE ADDITION Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-12 relating to Lawful Gambling; approving a certain premise permit at 5222 — 56th Ave N (VFW). City Manager A. Norris answered questions. 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. 2004-12 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING; APPROVING A CERTAIN PREMISE PERMIT AT 5222-56 T' AVE N (VFW) Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The Council considered Resolution 2004-13 approving PIR Expenditure for the purchase of a Street Department John Deere Replacement Loader. City Engineer T. Mathisen answered questions. 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. 2004-13 RESOLUTION APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR THE PURCHASE OF A STREET DEPARTMENT JOHN DEERE REPLACEMENT LOADER Voting aye: Moore, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. :W Crystal City Council Meeting minutes February 17, 2004 At 7:22 p.m., the Mayor declared a short recess until 7:30 p.m. 807 8. The Council received a presentation and public comment regarding the Joint Water Commission's development of a water supply system. City Engineer T. Mathisen and Consultant Scott Harder presented to the Council and answered questions. Ray Wuolo with Barr Engineering answered questions as well. The following persons addressed the Council: Tom Limond, 6715 — 45th Place Zola Smith, 3533 Lee Ave N Jan Scofield, 3656 Colorado Ave N Anders Johansson, 8201 - 32' " Ave N Donald Stauffer, 3419 Florida Ave N John Malerich, 4701 Louisiana Ave N Written testimony was submitted by: Martin Loso, 5424 Twin Lake Terrace Brian and Nancy Preuss, 8201 — 30th Ave N Sandi Karnowski and Tom Kay, 4532 Douglas Drive Steve Klucas, 2748 Louisiana Ave N Informal Discussion and Announcements City manager A. Norris reminded the Council about the Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting on Wednesday, February 18, 2004. This meeting would include a presentation by Decision Resources and their findings from the recently conducted pool study. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8:59 p.m. Motion carried. � -�- -�.. W �?� � � � Peter E. Meints a, Mayor ATTEST: y Jan/91 Lewis, City Clerk .I 1„ ., .,-,,r 807 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes March 1, 2004 :1: Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on Monday, March 1, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The Mayor called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Joselyn, Krueger, Hoffmann, Meintsma, Anderson, and Grimes. ABSENT: Moore STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, City Planner J. Sutter, Community Development Director P. Peters, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Pledge of Allegiance The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Proclamation The Mayor proclaimed March 7, 2004 as Read across America Celebration Day. Donation Recognition The Mayor recognized the donation of eleven filing cabinets from Metals U.S.A. to the Crystal Municipal Offices. Presentation Human Rights Commission Chair Lois Wendt will present artwork from the Regional Human Rights Poster Contest. Council Minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meeting: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from February 17, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the following meeting: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from February 17, 2004 Motion carried. Consent Agenda 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. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. :s: Crystal City Council Meeting minutes March 1, 2004 Public Hearing 1. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for Program Year 2004. City Planner J. Sutter addressed the Council and answered questions. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. Latha Wilson-Barner, from the Greater MPLS Daycare Association, addressed the Council. There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed. 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. 2004-14 RESOLUTION APPROVING PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS FOR THE CITY OF CRYSTAL'S 2004 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE OF THE SUB -RECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS Voting aye: Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Krueger. Absent, not voting: Moore. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered an amendment to the Joint and Cooperative Agreement establishing the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission to plan, control, and provide for the development of the Shingle Creek Watershed. City Engineer T. Mathisen addressed the Council and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve an amendment to the Joint and Cooperative Agreement establishing the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission to plan, control, and provide for the development of the Shingle Creek Watershed Voting aye: Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Krueger. Absent, not voting: Moore. Motion carried. _, , 809 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes March 1, 2004 810 Regular agenda continued 2. The Council considered setting a special meeting on April 22 to conduct a public hearing to consider special assessments for Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project. City Engineer T. Mathisen addressed the Council and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to set a special meeting on April 22, 2004 to conduct a public hearing to consider special assessments for the Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project. Voting aye: Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Krueger. Absent, not voting: Moore. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements Meeting reminders: ■ Tuesday, March 2 Precinct Caucuses LMC State of the Cities Conference ■ Monday, March 8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program St. Raphael Schoot's DARE Graduation Ceremony Planning Commission Public Hearing ■ Monday, March 18 Forest School's DARE Graduation Ceremony City Engineer T. Mathisen discussed JWC updates and a tentative open house on March 23 for residents to learn more about the future water supply system. City Manager A. Norris informed the Council that a March work session is not needed. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m. 4,4 ` k/ Peter E. Meintsma, r� Motion carried. ATTEST: '44' net Lewis, City Clerk 810 1 r 1� � Crystal City Council Meeting minutes March 16, 2004 812 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The Mayor called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Krueger, Moore, Meintsma, Grimes, and Anderson ABSENT: Joselyn STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Community Development Director P. Peters, Recreation Director G. Hackett, and City Clerk J. Lewis. OTHER: Crystal Parks and Recreation Commission Chair W. Gentry Pledge of Allegiance The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council Minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from March 1, 2004; and ■ The Council Work Session from March 1, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from March 1, 2004; and ■ The Council Work Session from March 1, 2004. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 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. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. 812 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes March 16, 2004 813 Public Hearing 1. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Resolution 2004-15 authorizing the transfer of 3512 Brunswick Avenue North to the Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal. Community Development Director Patrick Peters addressed the Council and answered questions. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma 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. 2004-15 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF 3512 BRUNSWICK AVENUE NORTH TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered the recommendation from the Parks & Recreation Commission to proceed with the necessary steps for a referendum for the municipal pool renovation and upgrade. Recreation Director G. Hackett and Parks & Recreation and Commission Chair Bill Gentry addressed the Council and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the Parks & Recreation Commission's recommendation to proceed with the necessary steps for a referendum for the municipal pool renovation and upgrade. Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. 813 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes March 16, 2004 814 Regular agenda continued 2. The Council considered the request for unencumbered charitable gambling funds to assist with in the purchase of a treadmill for the Police Department exercise room (not to exceed $1000). Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the request for unencumbered charitable gambling funds, not to exceed $1,000, to assist with the purchase of a treadmill for the Police Department exercise room. Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. 3. The Council considered Resolution 2004- 16 approving CIP expenditure for the replacement of the Utilities Department Sewer Jetter. Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-16 RESOLUTION APPROVING CIP EXPENDITURE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE UTILITIES DEPARTMENT SEWER JETTER Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The Council considered a Joint and Cooperative Agreement with the city of Robbinsdale regarding the bidding of tree service contracts and Resolution 2004-17 approving the 2004 Forestry Department contracts for tree removal, pruning, and stump grinding. Public Works Director T. Mathisen and City Forester J. Burks addressed the Council and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to direct the Mayor and City Manager to execute a Joint and Cooperative Agreement with the city of Robbinsdale regarding the bidding of tree service contracts, in a form to be approved by the City Attorney. 814 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes March 16, 2004 815 Regular agenda continued Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to waive the abnormality created by S &S Tree and Horticultural Experts' bid documents. Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. 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. 2004-17 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2004 FORESTRY DEPARTMENT CONTRACTS FOR TREE REMOVAL, PRUNING, AND STUMP GRINDING Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The Council discussed what future forum to use for citizen input on JWC options. Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council and answered questions. The Council agreed to set a special meeting at 7:00 p.m. on March 30, 2004 to receive public comment for the future water supply of the Joint Water Commission (JWC). 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-18 commending New Hope Mayor W. Peter Enck. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-18 RESOLUTION COMMENDING NEW HOPE MAYOR W. PETER ENCK Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 815 0 1 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes March 16, 2004 Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ Crystal -New Hope Business Council of TwinWest Business Forum on Crystal -New Hope Merger at 7:30 a.m., March 17, at Liberty Diversified Industries in New Hope. ■ Forest Elementary D.A.R.E. Graduation, Thursday, March 18, at 7 p.m. at Olson School in Golden Valley. ■ Neill Elementary D.A.R.E. Graduation, Friday, March 19, at 1:30 p.m. ■ JWC Water Fair on Tuesday, March 23, 6 — 8 p.m., at Sandburg Middle School. ■ Open House for New Hope Mayor Pete Enck on March 24, 2004, 3 — 6:30 p.m. at New Hope Gold Course club house, 8130 Bass Lake Road. ■ Legislative Breakfast on Saturday, March 27, 9 — 11 a.m., Crystal City Hall Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. ATTEST: '(' L%eel . t't I i net Lewis, City Clerk Peter E. Meintsma, Mayor Motion carried. 816 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes April 5, 2004 : Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on Monday, April 5, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The Mayor called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Meintsma, and Grimes ABSENT: Krueger STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Community Development Director P. Peters, City Planner J. Sutter, Finance Director S. Dunfee, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Pledge of Allegiance The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Proclamations ■ The Mayor proclaimed April as Child Abuse Prevention Month ■ The Mayor proclaimed the week of April 17 — 24, 2004 as the Great Shingle Creek Watershed Clean -Up Week Council Minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from March 16, 2004; and ■ The Special Council Meeting from March 30, 2004. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from March 16, 2004; and ■ The Special Council Meeting from March 30, 2004. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 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 transient merchant license for Thomas and Karrie Fugate d.b.a. Rose Express to sell flowers on April 9-11 and May 7-9, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the revised consent agenda as presented by the city clerk. Motion carried. 818 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes April 5, 2004 • Open Forum Mike Johnson, 7700 — 36th Ave N addressed the Council about the Unique Thrift Store. He was referred to the City of New Hope with his concerns. RegularAgenda 1. The Council considered the appointment for Elisa Oliva to the Human Rights Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2005. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the appointment for Elisa Oliva to the Human Rights Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2005. Voting aye: Meintsma, Hoffmann, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Krueger Motion carried. 2. The Council considered Resolution 2004-18 approving CIP expenditure for the purchase of a replacement Utility Department Service Truck. City Engineer T. 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. 2004-18 RESOLUTION APPROVING CIP EXPENDITURE FOR THE PURCHASE OF A REPLACEMENT UTILITY DEPARTMENT SERVICE TRUCK Voting aye: Meintsma, Hoffmann, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Krueger Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. The Council considered two resolutions for the Phase 6 Brownwood Street Reconstruction Project #2003-4 — 2004-19 declaring the amount to be assessed and ordering the preparation of an assessment roll; and 2004-20 ordering the public hearing date on April 22 for the proposed assessment. City Engineer T. Mathisen addressed the Council. 819 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes April 5, 2004 820 Regular agenda continued 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. 2004-19 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF A PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL Voting aye: Meintsma, Hoffmann, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Krueger Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 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. 2004-20 RESOLUTION ORDERING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT Voting aye: Meintsma, Hoffmann, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Krueger Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The Council considered Resolution 2004-21 adjusting the budget and awarding the contract for the Community Center Storage Addition Project # 2003-06. City Engineer T. Mathisen 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. 2004-21 RESOLUTION ADJUSTING THE BUDGET AND AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR THE COMMUNITY CENTER ADDITION, PROJECT 2003-06 By roll call and_voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Joselyn, Meintsma, and Moore. Voting no: Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Krueger Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 820 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes April 5, 2004 821 Regular agenda continued 5. The Council considered Resolution 2004-22 authorizing an application for Transit Orientated Development Grant from Hennepin County for redevelopment in the West Broadway / Highway 81 Mixed Use Area. Community Development Director P. Peters 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. 2004-22 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO HENNEPIN COUNTY FOR TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT FUNDS Voting aye: Meintsma, Hoffmann, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Krueger Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-23 approving expenditure for local match funds for the Juvenile Accountability Block Grant Program. City Manager A. Norris 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. 2004-23 RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPENDITURE FOR LOCAL MATCH FUNDS FOR THE JUVENILE ACCOUNTABILITY BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Voting aye: Meintsma, Hoffmann, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Krueger Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The Council considered the 2004 labor contract with Law Enforcement Labor Service (Local 56 — Police Supervisors). City Manager A. Norris addressed the Council. 821 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes April 5, 2004 822 Regular agenda continued Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the 2004 labor contract with Law Enforcement Labor Service — Local 56; Police Supervisors. Voting aye: Meintsma, Hoffmann, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Krueger Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ The Council Work Session will not be necessary on April 8, 2004. ■ April 17, Saturday, 9 — 12:30, All -City Neighborhood Event at the CCC ■ April 24, Saturday, 9 — 11:30 a.m. Arbor Day and Great Shingle Creek Clean -Up at North Bass Lake Park Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:34 p.m. ATTEST: Jarybt Lewis, City Clerk i Peter E. Meintsma,-Mayor 822 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes April 20, 2004 825 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular City Council Meeting was held on Tuesday, April 20, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The Mayor called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Meintsma. ABSENT: Grimes STAFF: Acting City Manager P. Peters, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director 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. Proclamation ■ The Mayor proclaimed April, 24, 2004 as Arbor Day in the City of Crystal. Council Minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from April 5, 2004; and ■ The two Council Work Sessions from April 5, 2004. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from April 5, 2004; and ■ The two Council Work Sessions from April 5, 2004. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 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 solicitation permit for Master Waste Services beginning May 1, 2004 through June 30, 2004. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. 825 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes April 20, 2004 Na Regular Agenda 1. The Council received a presentation from Brooklyn Center Mayor Myrna Kragness regarding the Shingle Creek Watershed Cleanup Day. No Council action needed. 2. The Council considered a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for the new Forest Elementary School at 6800 47th Avenue North. The following persons addressed the Council: City Planner J. Sutter; and Stan Mack II, Superintendent of Schools for District #281 Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for Forest Elementary School, as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission at its April 12, 2004 meeting, and subject to the conditions listed in Section C of the Staff Report. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson and Meintsma; Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried. 3. The Council considered A) Resolution 2004-24 declaring a moratorium on land use changes along Trunk Highway 100 and B) the First reading of an Ordinance declaring a moratorium on land use changes along Trunk Highway 100 and directing a planning study be conducted. Acting City Manager P. Peters addressed the Council. 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. 2004-24 RESOLUTION DECLARING A MORATORIUM ON DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE TRUNK HIGHWAY 100 CORRIDOR Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson and Meintsma; Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 826 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes April 20, 2004 827 Regular agenda continued Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN INTERIM ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A ONE YEAR MORATORIUM ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF CERTAIN PROPERTY ALONG THE TRUNK HIGHWAY 100 CORRIDOR AND DIRECTING A PLANNING STUDY BE CONDUCTED and further, that the second reading be held on May 4, 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson and Meintsma; Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried. 4. The Council considered Resolution 2004-25 authorizing a Hennepin County Environmental Response Fund application for environmental studies of the Timesavers site and adjacent properties. City Planner J. Sutter addressed the Council. 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. 2004-25 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A HENNEPIN COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE FUND APPLICATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES OF THE TIMESAVERS SITE AND ADJACENT PROPERTIES Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson and Meintsma; Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 827 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes April 20, 2004 828 Regular agenda continued 5. The Council considered Resolution 2004-26 approving the plans and specifications and ordering the advertisement for bids, Phases 2 & 3 Seal Coat Project #2004-01. City Engineer T. Mathisen addressed the Council. 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. 2004-26 RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, 2004 SEALCOAT PROJECT #2004-01 Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson and Meintsma; Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The Council considered the appointment of Community Development Director Patrick Peters to the ISD 281 Reorganization Advisory Committee. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to appoint Community Development Director Patrick Peters to the ISD 281 Reorganization Advisory Committee. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson and Meintsma; Absent. not votina: Grimes. Motion carried. 7. The Council considered a date for the Annual City Bus Tour. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to set the date for the Annual City Bus Tour on Wednesday, May 19, 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson and Meintsma; Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried. 1, f 1 M -- I- mina 111 114- 828 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes April 20, 2004 829 Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ Thursday, April 22, 7:00 p.m. Public Hearing for the Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project. ■ Saturday, April 24, 9 — 11:30 a.m. Arbor Day and Great Shingle Creek Clean -Up at North Bass Lake Park. ■ Saturday, April 24, 9 — 11:30 a.m. Bassett Creek Neighborhood Clean-up Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m. ATTEST: J et Lewis, City Clerk j� WAS �10, 0 829 Crystal City Council Special Meeting minutes April 22, 2004 1 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Special Meeting and public hearing of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 22, 2004 in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Mayor called the Special Meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, and Meintsma. Anderson (arrived at 7:03) ABSENT: Grimes STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, and City Clerk J. Lewis. OTHER: Crystal Parks and Recreation Commission Chair W. Gentry Pledge of Allegiance The Mayor led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Public Hearing 1. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider three resolutions relating to the Phase 6 Brownwood Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Project #2003-04. City Engineer T. Mathisen presented information and answered questions. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. The following persons submitted written testimony: ■ Kampai Paipoovong, 4166 Hampshire Ave N ■ Mrs. Thomas Tuttle, 6901 Markwood Drive ■ Diana Bellinghausen, 3817 Hampshire Ave N The following persons addressed the Council: ■ Robert Jensen, 3926 Idaho Ave N ■ Diana Bellinghausen, 3817 Hampshire Ave N ■ Thomas Rhode, 4017 Kentucky Ave N ■ Jennifer Metz, 3732 Jersey Ave N ■ Mark Novak, 4041 Idaho Ave N ■ Keri Williams, 3804 Hampshire Ave N ■ Hakizumwami Runesha, 4125 Hampshire Ave N ■ Gordon Sully, 3862 Idaho Ave N ■ Debra Skarhus, 6525 Markwood Drive ■ Mike Weinand, 6617 38th Ave N ■ Steve Ketcher, 6817 Markwood Drive ■ Wayne Swanson, 3907 Idaho Ave N 830 Crystal City Council Special Meeting minutes April 22, 2004 831 There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed. 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. 2004-27 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR PROJECT #2003-04 PHASE 6 BROWNWOOD NEIGHBORHOOD STREET RECONSTRUCTION Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-28 RESOLUTION AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR PROJECT #2003-04 PHASE 6 BROWNWOOD NEIGHBORHOOD STREET RECONSTRUCTION Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 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. 2004-29 RESOLUTION APPROVING CONTRACT FOR PHASE 6 MATERIALS TESTING LABORATORY Voting aye: Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krueger, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 831 Crystal City Council Special Meeting minutes April 22, 2004 832 Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m. ATTEST: 16� x ge�' Ja t Lewis, City Clerk Peter E. Meintsfrf 832 Crystal City Council minutes May 4, 2004 833 BOARD OF APPEAL AND EQUALIZATION MEETING Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the Crystal City Charter, the Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting of the City of Crystal was held at 7:00 p.m., on May 4, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Moore, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Grimes ABSENT: Meintsma STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, and City Clerk J. Lewis. OTHER: Hennepin County Assessors T. Doolittle, J. Vettius, and P. Sandvik. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. The Crystal City Council held the Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting to discuss the Assessment Rolls for 2004. Tamara Doolittle from the Hennepin County Assessors' Office presented and answered questions. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann asked for public comment regarding this matter. Those property owners appearing before the Council were: ■ Roger Barthel, 6717 — 50th Ave N ■ Don Crawford, 3833 Hampshire Ave N ■ Deloris Braun, 2922 Georgia Ave N ■ Written testimony was submitted by Ray Zietloff for property accounts at the Crystal Airport Hangers (Lot numbers 15A, 15B, 17, 19B, and 19D). Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the 2004 Assessment Rolls as presented by the county assessor. Voting aye: Krueger, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting and immediately begin the Regular City Council Meeting. Motion carried. 833 Crystal City Council minutes May 4, 2004 834 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:29 p.m., on May 4, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann called the meeting to order. Roll call and the Pledge of Allegiance were conducted at the Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting. Council Meetina minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from April 20, 2004; ■ The Council Work Session from April 20, 2004; and ■ The Special Council Meeting from April 22, 2004. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The regular City Council Meeting from April 20, 2004; ■ The Council Work Session from April 20, 2004; and ■ The Special Council Meeting from April 22, 2004. Motion Carried Consent Agenda The Council considered the following items: 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 use, consume, and display wine and beer at the Crystal Community Center on June 5, 2004 submitted by Khampet Keohauons, 5825 Perry Ave N. 4. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at the Crystal Community Center on May 22, 2004 submitted by Gerardo Rojero, 7315 y - 62nd Ave N. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the consent agenda. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. Motion carried 834 1 1 Crystal City Council minutes May 4, 2004 835 Regular Agenda 1. The City Council considered A) the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-04 and B) its corresponding summary ordinance for publication; establishing a one year moratorium on the development of certain property along Trunk Highway 100 Corridor and directing that a Planning Study be conducted. A. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 2004-04 AN INTERIM ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A ONE YEAR MORATORIUM ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF CERTAIN PROPERTY ALONG THE TRUNK HIGHWAY 100 CORRIDOR AND DIRECTING THAT A PLANNING STUDY BE CONDUCTED and further, that this be the second and final reading. Voting aye: Krueger, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried; ordinance declared adopted. B. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2004-04 in summary form. Voting aye: Krueger, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 2. The City Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance adopting a policy to defer special assessments in certain cases. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE DEFERMENT OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS; ADDING A NEW SECTION 335 and further, that the second reading be held on May 18, 2004. Voting aye: Krueger, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 835 Crystal City Council minutes May 4, 2004 836 Regular agenda continued 3. The City Council considered Resolution 2004-30 declaring the Official Intent of the City of Crystal to reimburse certain expenditures from the proceeds of bonds to be issued by the City. 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: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-30 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE OFFICIAL INTENT OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL TO REIMBURSE CERTAIN EXPENDITURES FROM THE PROCEEDS OF BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY Voting aye: Krueger, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The City Council considered Resolution 2004-31 relating to the NWHHSC; authorizing the execution and delivery of an amended Joint and Cooperative Agreement. 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. 2004-31 RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN AMENDED JOINT AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT Voting aye: Krueger, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The City Council considered the request from the Crystal Frolics Committee to fund half the estimated staff expenses associated with the Crystal Frolics events. 836 Crystal City Council minutes May 4, 2004 837 Regular agenda continued Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the request from the Crystal Frolics Committee for funding in the amount not to exceed $7,000, from the Council Contingency, for staff expenses associated with the Crystal Frolics events and further that the Crystal Frolics Committee verify with the City Manager, their ability to cover the remaining half of their funding needs. Voting aye: Krueger, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 6. The City Council received a petition from residents of the cities of Crystal, Golden Valley and New Hope opposing the possible new water source as studied by the Joint Water Commission. The City Clerk noted that the majority of names on the petition were of residents from Golden Valley. The City Attorney noted that the residents have raised the question of whether the City could hold a referendum on the question of establishing a new water source. He advised that, based on Minnesota Attorney General opinions, the City does not have the authority under State Law to hold such a referendum. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to receive the resident petition opposing the possible new water source as studied by the Joint Water Commission. Voting aye: Krueger, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 7. The City Council considered 2004 wages and benefits for non -represented employees. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the 2004 wages and benefits for non -represented employees. Voting aye: Krueger, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 837 Crystal City Council minutes May 4, 2004 838 Regular agenda continued 8. The City Council considered Resolution 2004-32 relating to lawful gambling; approving certain premise permits at 6014 Lakeland Ave N (Rostamo's), submitted by the Italian American Club Foundation, Inc. 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. 2004-32 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING; APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISE PERMITS AT 6014 LAKELAND AVE N Voting aye: Krueger, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements The City Manager announced that a May Work Session was not necessary (tentatively scheduled for 5-13-04) and that the Annual City Bus Tour will be on May, 19 from 5:00 — 8:00 pm (meet at City Hall to begin the tour). Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. lllviolf'e� Mar Hoffmann, or Pro Tem ATTEST: I a&'e�. G/l1 J et Lewis, City Clerk 838 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes May 18, 2004 • Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on May 18, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, and Grimes ABSENT: Meintsma and Moore STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, City Clerk J. Lewis, Finance Director S. Dunfee, City Planner J. Sutter, Community Development Director P. Peters, Health Inspector C. Forslund, and Animal Control Officer T. Mahan. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann and the Council welcomed visiting Mayor Margie Evens from the City of Avon. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to add an item to the end of the regular agenda. This item would consider ordering a public hearing on June 15th to consider two ordinances amending the Crystal City Charter. Motion carried. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting; and ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from May 4, 2004. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting; and ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from May 4, 2004. 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. 839 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes May 18, 2004 840 Consent agenda continued 3. Approval of a lawful gambling application for an exempt permit to conduct bingo, raffles, and pull -tabs at St. Raphael Church's annual festival on August 6, 7, and 8, 2004 submitted by Father Mark Juettner. 4. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on May 30, 2004, submitted by David Novak. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearing 1. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider a resolution vacating a platted drainage and utility easement at 3512 Brunswick Avenue North. City Planner John Sutter will present to the Council and answer questions. Mayor Pro Tem opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Pro Tem declared the public hearing closed. 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 2004- 33 A RESOLUTION VACATING A PLATTED DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT AT 3512 BRUNSWICK AVENUE NORTH IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. 840 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes May 18, 2004 841 Regular Agenda 1. The Council did not receive the presentation regarding the preliminary plans for the Dignity Vietnam Memorial Wall Experience at the Glen Haven Memorial Garden Cemetery. The presenter, Mark Stohlberg, General Manager of Werness Brothers Funeral Chapels was unable to attend. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to continue the discussion and presentation regarding the preliminary plans for the Dignity Vietnam Memorial Wall Experience until a later date. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried. 2. The Council considered Resolution 2004-34 denying the renewal application of the commercial kennel license to ARK Pets, Inc. at 5586 West Broadway, submitted by Julie O'Connor. Community Development Director Patrick Peters and Animal Control Officer Tom Mahan presented and answered questions. ARK Pets owner Julie O'Connor addressed the Council. 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 2004- 34 A RESOLUTION DENYING RENEWAL OF COMMERCIAL KENNEL LICENSE TO ARK PETS, INC. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. The Council considered two resolutions; A) providing for the issuance and sale of approximately $3,315,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2004A; and B) providing for the issuance and sale of approximately $415,000 General Obligation Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2004B (the Phase 6 Brownwood Street Reconstruction Project). Al Erickson from Springstead presented and answered questions. I. i un.l Nnvu..Nll nvn-I%-N .4+ 841 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes May 18, 2004 Resolution A Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION 2004- 35 A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2004A. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Resolution B 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: RESOLUTION 2004- 36 A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2004B Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance amending Section 515 of Crystal City Code related to regulations governing amateur radio antennas and towers. City Planner John Sutter presented and answered questions. Anders Johansson, 8201 — 32nd Ave N addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: 842 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes May 18, 2004 843 Regular agenda continued ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 515 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE RELATED TO REGULATIONS GOVERNING AMATEUR RADIO ANTENNAS AND TOWERS and further, that the second reading be held on June 1, 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried. 5. The Council considered appointing members to a Planning Study Committee for the development of certain properties along the Trunk Highway 100 Corridor. Community Development Director Patrick Peters presented and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the appointments of the following members to the Trunk Highway 100 Study Group: Tom Hawes, Anita Shoemaker, Shelly Wiggin, Craig Streich, Mark Hoffmann, Dave Anderson, Todd Graham, Joe Sears, and Guy Mueller. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried. 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-37 approving PIR expenditure for the purchase and installation of replacement playground equipment at North Bass Park. 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 2004-37 A RESOLUTION APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT NORTH BASS PARK Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 843 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes May 18, 2004 844 Regular agenda continued 7. The Council considered the 2004 labor contract with IUOE (Local 49 — Public Works). City Manager Anne Norris presented and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the 2004 Labor Contract with IUOE (Local 49). Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried. 8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-05 relating to the deferment of special assessments in certain cases; adding a new Section 335. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004-05 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE DEFERMENT OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS; ADDING A NEW SECTION 335 and further, that this is the Second and Final Reading. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried; ordinance declared adopted. 9. The Council considered setting a date for a public hearing on June 15, 2004 to consider two ordinances amending the Crystal City Charter. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve setting the date for a public hearing on June 15, 2004 at which time they will consider two ordinances amending the Crystal City Charter. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma and Moore. Motion carried. 844 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes May 18, 2004 845 Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ The City Bus Tour will leave City Hall promptly at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday May 19 ■ City offices will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2004 in observance of Memorial Day ■ The Tri -City Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 2 at 7:00 p.m. at the Crystal Community Center. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. i �„-v✓ Mark' o fmann, or Pro Tem ATTEST: Jan Lewis, City Clerk 845 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 1, 2004 847 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on June 1, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Grimes ABSENT: Meintsma STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Recreation Director G. Hackett, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Acknowledgement Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann acknowledged the following donations received by the Recreation Department for the 2004 Safety Camp: ■ CenterPoint Energy $250 ■ Crystal Target $ 30 Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meeting: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from May 18, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the minutes of the following meeting: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from May 18, 2004. 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 solicitation license application submitted by Dave Strom on behalf of Back Four LTD and BFI Waste Management Systems, Inc to advertise their refuse hauling services from May 22 through June 6, 2004. (Pre -approved by City Manager on May 20, 2004.) 4. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at the Crystal Community Center on June 19, 2004 submitted by Andrew Larkin. 847 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 1, 2004 • • 5. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at North Lions Park on June 5, 2004 submitted by Kerry Foty. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Amend the Regular Agenda Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to add an item to the end of the Regular Agenda that would consider a date for a Special Meeting with the Golden Valley and New Hope City Councils to discuss the future water source for the Joint Water Commission. Motion carried. Public Hearing 1. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Resolution 2004-38 vacating a platted 5' utility and drainage easement along the south and east sides of an EDA -owned lot at 4140 Brunswick Ave N. Mayor Pro Tem opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Pro Tem declared the public hearing closed. 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 2004-38 A RESOLUTION VACATING A PLATTED DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT AT 4140 BRUNSWICK AVENUE NORTH IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. 848 1 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 1, 2004 ;.. Regular Agenda 1. The Council received a presentation regarding the preliminary plans for the Dignity Vietnam Memorial Wall Experience at the Glen Haven Memorial Garden Cemetery from Tom Anderson, general manager of Glen Haven. 2. The Council considered appointing Matthew Pletcher, 3852 Hampshire Ave N, as a new member to the Human Rights Advisory Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2005. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the appointment of Matthew Pletcher, 3852 Hampshire Ave N, as a new member to the Human Rights Advisory Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2005. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 3. The Council considered A) the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-6 and B) its corresponding summary ordinance related to Zoning; amending Section 515 of Crystal City Code related to regulations governing amateur radio antennas and towers. A) Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-6 Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - 6 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 515 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE RELATED TO REGULATIONS GOVERNING AMATEUR RADIO ANTENNAS AND TOWERS and further, that this is the Second and Final reading. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. B) Summary Ordinance Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2004 - 6 in summary form. Motion carried. 1, i . I _""—,"I iia ik" 849 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 1, 2004 850 Regular agenda continued 4. The Council considered Resolution 2004-39 awarding the contract for the 2004 Seal Coat Project No. 2004-1. City Engineer Tom Mathisen presented and answered questions. 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 2004-39 A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE 2004 SEAL COAT PROJECT NO. 2004-1 Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The Council considered two applications for optional 2:00 A.M. closing liquor licenses submitted by the Wild Mint Restaurant at 103 Willow Bend and Hometown Market at 4711-36 1h Ave N. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the two applications for optional 2:00 A.M. closing liquor licenses submitted by the Wild Mint Restaurant at 103 Willow Bend and Hometown Market at 4711 — 36th Ave N. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 6. The Council considered setting dates for the 2005 Budget Work Sessions. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to set August 19 and 26, 2004 as meeting dates for the 2005 Budget Work Sessions. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 850 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 1, 2004 851 Regular agenda continued 7. The Council considered setting a date for a Special Meeting with Golden Valley and New Hope City Councils on June 2, 2004 to discuss the future water source for the Joint Water Commission. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Joselyn. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements Meeting reminder: June 10, 2004 is set as a Council Work Session with a 7:30 p.m. start time. The meeting will immediately following the Highway 100 Committee Meeting. ■ The Council expressed their sympathy at the death of long time Crystal resident, Frank Gaulke (father of city employee Mark Gaulke). His funeral service will be on Friday, June 4, 2004 at 11:00 AM at Faith Lilac Way Lutheran Church, 5530 42nd Ave. N. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:24 p.m. ATTEST: i Jan Lewis, City Clerk Motion carried. �• 1.iyor Pro Tem 851 1 Tri -City Council Meeting minutes June 2, 2004 853 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Tri -City Council Meeting was held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 2, 2004 in Gym 1 at the Crystal Community Center located at 4800 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann called the meeting to order. The city clerk recorded the attendance, as follows: CRYSTAL COUNCIL: Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann, Councilmember Anderson, Councilmember Grimes, Councilmember Joselyn, and Councilmember Krueger ABSENT/EXCUSED: Mayor Meintsma and Councilmember Moore CRYSTAL STAFF: City Manager Norris, Public Works Director Mathisen, Water Superintendent Kloepper, and City Clerk Lewis NEW HOPE COUNCIL: Mayor Collier, Councilmember Andersen, Councilmember Cassen, Councilmember Sommer, and Councilmember Gwin-tenth NEW HOPE STAFF: City Manager Donahue and Public Works Director Johnson GOLDEN VALLEY COUNCIL: Mayor Loomis, Councilmember Tremere, Councilmember Freiberg, Councilmember Shaffer, and Councilmember Grayson GOLDEN VALLEY STAFF OTHER REGULAR AGENDA City Manager Burt and Public Works Director Clancy Scott Harder, Environmental Financial Group Verne Jacobsen, TKDA 1. JWC Chair Donahue presented to the City Councils the recommendation of the Joint Water Commission to consider an agreement with Minneapolis, as negotiated. 2. The three City Councils discussed the future water source of the Joint Water Commission as presented. 3. The Councils received public comment regarding this matter. Those persons addressing the Councils were: ■ Martha Jane Gorsky, 8541 — 60 '/2 Ave N, New Hope ■ Ranjan Nirgude, 7780 48th Ave N, New Hope ■ Joanie Clausen, 2516 Lee Ave N, Golden Valley ■ John Richter, 1915 Kyle Ave N, Golden Valley ■ Naomi Davidson, 4141 Kentucky Ave N, Crystal ■ Steve Sands, 1400 Sumter Ave N, Golden Valley ■ Juanita Hoffe, 4632 Flag Ave N, New Hope G \Council\Minutes2004\TrrGtycouncil mtg doc Tri -City Council Meeting minutes June 2, 2004 854 ■ ReNae Bowman, 3916 Edgewood Ave N, Crystal ■ Andy Hoffe, 4632 Flag Ave N, New Hope Moved by Councilmember Cassen and seconded by Councilmember Andersen to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:21 p.m. Mark Hoffmann, COfal Mayor Pro Tem ATTEST: Jfiet Lewis, City Clerk G \Council\Minutes2004\Tn-Gtycouncil mlg doc 1 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 15, 2004 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on June 15, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Moore, Anderson, and Grimes ABSENT: Meintsma STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Recreation Director G. Hackett, Finance Director S. Dunfee, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from June 1 2004; ■ The two Work Sessions from June 1, 2004; ■ The Tri -City Council Meeting from June 2, 2004; and ■ The Work Session from June 10, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from June 1 2004; ■ The two Work Sessions from June 1, 2004; ■ The Tri -City Council Meeting from June 2, 2004; and ■ The Work Session from June 10, 2004. 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 authorizing an agreement with LOGIS for the development of an institutional communications network. 4. Consideration of excused medical leave for Mayor Meintsma. 856 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 15, 2004 857 Consent agenda continued 5. Approval of a special permit for the use, consumption, and display of wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on July 13, 2004 submitted by The Winkley Company. 6. Approval of an application for a 3.2 malt liquor license at Welcome Park from July 23 — 25, 2004 for the Crystal Frolics submitted by the Crystal Lions. 7. Approval of an application for a 3.2 malt liquor license at Becker Park from July 22, - 25, 2004 for the Crystal Frolics submitted by the Crystal Lions. 8. Approval of the request for authorization to conduct a public display of fireworks at Becker Park on July 23 and 24, 2004 and to temporarily close Bass Lake Road and Sherburne Ave from Bass Lake Road to 55th Ave, submitted by the Crystal Frolics Committee. 9. Approval of the request for authorization to conduct a parade on Sunday, July 25, 2004 from 12:30 — 3:30 p.m. and to temporarily close West Broadway and Bass Lake Road submitted by the Crystal Frolics Committee. 10. Adoption of Resolution 2004-40 approving a lawful gambling application to conduct off-site gambling at Becker Park, 6225 — 56th Ave N, from July 22 — 25, 2004 submitted by the Crystal Lions. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Amend the agenda Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Grimes to add the following items to the end of the Regular Agenda: ■ The resignation of Todd Graham from the Planning Commission; and ■ Set a Council Work Session in June. Motion carried. Public Hearings 1. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the First Reading of an ordinance to amend the Crystal City Charter by repealing Sections 4.06 and 4.07 that would remove the requirement for nomination petitions in municipal elections and require that filing for office is governed by state law. Charter Commission Chair Stuart Stockhaus was in attendance and answered questions. 857 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 15, 2004 858 Public Hearings continued Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared the public hearing closed. 2. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the First Reading of an ordinance to amend the Crystal City Charter by adding a Section to Chapter Four which would require the disclosure of campaign contributions for the office of mayor or councilmember from any source of more than $100. Charter Commission Chair Stuart Stockhaus was in attendance and answered questions. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared the public hearing closed. 3. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Resolution 2004-41 giving preliminary approval to the proposed issuance of Multi -family Housing Variable Rate Revenue Refunding Bonds (Calibre Chase Project) Series 2004, in the approximate aggregate principal amount of $2,910,000, under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 462C, as amended. Paul Brewer from LaNel Properties Inc. addressed the Council. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: 858 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 15, 2004 859 Public Hearings continued RESOLUTION 2004 - 41 A RESOLUTION GIVING PRELIMINARY APPROVAL TO THE PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF MULTI -FAMILY HOUSING VARIABLE RATE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS (CALIBRE CHASE PROJECT) SERIES 2004, IN THE APPROXIMATE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $2,910,000, UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, CHAPTER 462C, AS AMENDED. Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum Raymond Adams, 4915 53rd Ave N addressed the Council about his dissatisfaction with the staff recommendation regarding the location of a garage on his property. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered a private kennel license at 3557 Orchard Ave N submitted by Ms. Tanya Favorite. Ms. Favorite addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the private kennel license at 3557 Orchard Ave N submitted by Ms. Tanya Favorite subject to the following conditions of the applicant: 1) securing the kennel floor and 2) completing the fence around the perimeter of the yard. Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 2. The Council considered the recommendation from the Parks & Recreation Commission to allow the commission and citizen committee to continue developing a city -sponsored dog park. Recreation Director G. Hackett and Parks & Recreation Commissioner Vice Chair L. Haney addressed the Council. -4 .11. 859 �I Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 15, 2004 860 Regular agenda continued Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the recommendation from the Parks & Recreation Commission to allow the commission and citizen committee to continue developing for a city -sponsored dog park. Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 3. The Council considered the 2003 Comprehensive Financial Report as presented by Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radesovich & Co. P.A. Mr. Bill Lauer of MMKR gave presentation to the Council. Finance Director Stefanie Dunfee was in attendance and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to accept the 2003 Comprehensive Financial Report as presented by Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radesovich & Co. P.A. Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 4. The Council considered two resolutions; A) Resolution 2004-42 awarding the sale of $2,050,000 General Obligation Refunding and Improvement Bonds, Series 2004A; and B) Resolution 2004-43 awarding the sale of approximately $410,000 General Obligation Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2004B. Bob Thistle of Springsted Inc. gave presentation to the Council. Finance Director S. Dunfee was in attendance and answered questions. Resolution A 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 2004-42 A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF $2,050,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING AND IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 2004A FIXING THEIR FORM AND SPECIFICATIONS; DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY; AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT :.l Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 15, 2004 861 Regular agenda continued Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Resolution B 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: RESOLUTION 2004-43 A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF APPROXIMATELY $410,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2004B FIXING THEIR FORM AND SPECIFICATIONS; DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY; PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT, PROVIDING FOR THE ESCROWING AND INVESTMENT OF THE PROCEEDS THEREOF; AND PROVIDING FOR THE REDEMPTION OF BONDS REFUNDED THEREBY Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The Council considered Resolution 2004-44 establishing fees and amending Appendix IV of the Crystal City Code Fee Schedule. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION 2004-44 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FEES AND AMENDING APPENDIX IV OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE FEE SCHEDULE Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 861 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 15, 2004 862 Regular agenda continued 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-45 outlining responsibility for fire station maintenance costs. 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: RESOLUTION 2004-45 A RESOLUTION OUTLINING RESPONSIBILITY FOR FIRE STATION MAINTENANCE COSTS Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The Council considered two resolutions; A) Resolution 2004-46 authorizing Agreement to provide staking and inspection services, Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project No. 2003-4; and B) Resolution 2004-47 authorizing the preparation of a Feasibility Study for Street Rehabilitation in Phase 7 Study Area, Project No. 2004-07, Fair & Crystal Heights Neighborhoods. City Engineer Tom Mathisen was in attendance and answered questions. Paul Pasco from SEH gave presentation to the Council. Resolution A Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION 2004-46 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE STAKING AND INSPECTION SERVICES, PHASE 6 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT NO. 2003-4 Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 15, 2004 Regular agenda continued Resolution B Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION 2004-47 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR STREET REHABILITATION IN PHASE 7 STUDY AREA, PROJECT NO. 2004-07, FAIR & CRYSTAL HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOODS Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The Council considered Resolution 2004-48 authorizing the execution of a Development Agreement and Joint Powers Agreement relating to Forest School. 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 2004-48 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AND JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT RELATING TO FOREST SCHOOL FACILITY Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 9. The Council considered Resolution 2004-49 authorizing the use of General Fund Balance and PIR Fund Principal to pay for the City's participation in Forest School for gym and meeting space. 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: 863 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 15, 2004 :.- Regular agenda continued RESOLUTION 2004-49 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF GENERAL FUND BALANCE AND PIR FUND PRINCIPAL BALANCE TO PAY FOR THE CITY'S PARTICIPATION IN FOREST SCHOOL FOR GYM AND MEETING ROOM SPACE Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 10. The Council considered Resolution 2004-50 establishing dates for the 2004 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 2004-50 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING DATES FOR THE 2004 MUNICIPAL ELECTION Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 11. The Council considered the resignation from Todd Graham of the Planning Commission. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to accept the resignation from Todd Graham of the Planning Commission. Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 864 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes June 15, 2004 865 Regular agenda continued 12. The Council considered a date for a work session in June. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to establish a work session at 7:00 p.m. on June 24, 2004. Voting aye: Moore, Joselyn, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ Crystal Airport Open House will be held on Sunday, June 20. ■ Open Houses for the Crystal Pool Renovation Plans are as follows: •:� Monday, June 21 1 — 7 P.M. Crystal Pool ❖ Tuesday, June 22 1 — 7 P.M. Crystal Pool ❖ Wednesday, June 23 11:30 A.M. — 1 P.M. Community Center ❖ Wednesday, June 23 6:30 — 7:30 P.M. Community Center Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m. M rk Hoffmann, yor Pro Tem ATTEST: jab -:?�,� Jan Lewis, City Clerk 865 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes July 6, 2004 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on July 6, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Meintsma called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, City Planner J. Sutter, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council Meeting Minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from June 15 2004; and ■ The Special Work Session from June 28, 2004. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the following meetings with one correction to the attendance on page 866: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from June 15 2004; and ■ The Special Work Session from June 28, 2004. 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 an application for a temporary on -sale liquor license for a church festival on August 6-8, 2004, submitted by St. Raphael's Catholic Church at 7301 Bass Lake Road. 4. Adoption of Resolution 2004-51 relating to lawful gambling; approving a certain premise permit at Becker Park on July 24-25, 2005 submitted by the Knights of Columbus #3656. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. 867 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes July 6, 2004 ON Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered a Site Plan to construct a new 15,543 sq. ft. commercial building at 5756 Lakeland Avenue North. City Planner John Sutter addressed the Council and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the Site Plan to construct a 15,543 square foot commercial building on property located at 5756 Lakeland Avenue North, as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission at its June 14, 2004 meeting and subject to the conditions listed in Section C of the Staff Report. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn. Motion carried. 2. The Council considered a Variance to increase the maximum rear yard structure coverage at 5013 Welcome Avenue North. City Planner John Sutter addressed the Council and answered questions. Motion to deny the requested variance for 52% coverage Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to deny the Variance to increase the maximum rear yard structure coverage from 40% to 52% at 5013 Welcome Avenue North as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission at its June 14, 2004 meeting. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn. Motion carried. Motion to approve the variance for 50% coverage Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the Variance to increase the maximum rear yard structure coverage from 40% to 50% at 5013 Welcome Avenue North, as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission at its June 14, 2004 meeting, and subject to the timeline as presented by the City Planner. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn. Motion carried. :.: Crystal City Council Meeting minutes July 6, 2004 869 Regular agenda continued 3. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance amending Subsection 515.61 of the Crystal City Zoning Ordinance (Floodplain Overlay District), including adoption of new Flood Insurance Rate Maps. City Planner John Sutter addressed the Council and answered questions. Council Member Anderson requested a list of affected properties before the Second Reading. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING, AMENDING SUBSECTION 515.61 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE (FLOODPLAIN OVERLAY DISTRICT) INCLUDING ADOPTION OF A NEW FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY AND FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAPS and further, that the second reading be held on July 20, 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn. Motion carried. 4. The Council considered Resolution 2004-52 approving the Preliminary and Final Plat of Brunswick Fields to create four lots for new home construction. City Planner John Sutter addressed the Council and answered questions. 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 2004-52 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF BRUNSWICK FIELDS Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. L;, • Crystal City Council Meeting minutes July 6, 2004 L• v Regular agenda continued 5. The Council discussed the condition of City Hall's exterior stucco with City Engineer Tom Mathisen. No Council action was necessary. 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-53 approving PIR expenditure for the purchase and installation of replacement playground equipment at Iron Horse Park. City Engineer Tom Mathisen addressed the Council and answered questions. 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 2004-53 A RESOLUTION APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT IRON HORSE PARK Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The Council considered Resolution 2004-54 approving the award of the annual street striping contract. City Engineer Tom Mathisen addressed the Council and answered questions. 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 2004-54 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AWARD FOR THE ANNUAL STREET STRIPING CONTRACT Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. ,11—,l,l,n, ,,,.,1., 870 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes July 6, 2004 871 Regular agenda continued 8. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance to amend the Crystal City Charter by repealing Sections 4.06 and 4.07 to remove the requirement for nomination petitions in municipal elections and require that filing for office is governed by state law. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT: AMENDING CHAPTER 4 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE CHARTER REPEALING SECTIONS 4.06 AND 4.07 and further, that the second reading be held on July 20, 2004. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Moore and Anderson. Motion carried. 9. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance to amend the Crystal City Charter by adding a Section to Chapter Four regarding the disclosure of campaign contributions for the office of mayor or councilmember from any source of more than $100. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to send the following ordinance back to the Charter Commission for research and revisions. ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT: AMENDING CHAPTER 4 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE CHARTER (ADDING A SECTION REGARDING CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS) Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn. Motion carried. 10. The Council considered the 2:00 A.M. Bar -Closing Renewal submitted by Robeck Industries, d.b.a. Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the 2:00 A.M. Bar Closing Renewal submitted by Robeck Industries, d.b.a. Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn. Motion carried. „',.- 871 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes July 6, 2004 872 Regular agenda continued 11. The Council considered a request for an extension to an on -sale liquor license to include outdoor music, beer, and food on July 23 — 24, 2004 at 5590 West Broadway submitted by Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar. 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, beer, and food on July 23 — 24, 2004 at 5590 West Broadway submitted by Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar, subject to the conditions listed in the staff letter from July 1, 2004. Voting aye: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ City Engineer T. Mathisen gave a brief pool update to the Council. Council Member Grimes announced that Bob & Rose Devening from Rose -Bo Floral were selected to be the Grand Marshal of the Crystal Frolics Parade, and the Honorary Grand Marshal would be retired Police Captain Craig Thomseth. Adiournment Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m. The Mayor declared that the Council would immediately convene to a closed executive session to discuss the city manager's annual performance evaluation. Peter E. Meinfsma, ATTEST: Ja VILewis, City Clerk 872 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes July 20, 2004 874 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on July 20, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Meintsma called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, and Joselyn STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from July 6 2004; and ■ The closed Executive Work Session from July 6, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from July 6 2004; and ■ The closed Executive Work Session from July 6, 2004. Motion carried. Proclamation The Mayor proclaimed September 16, 2004 as Stepfamily Day in the City of Crystal. 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 use, consume, and display wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on July 18, 2004 submitted by Lorrie Parent (pre -approved by city manager). 4. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on September 18, 2004 submitted by Fritz Skinner. 5. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at Bassett Creek on September 12, 2004 submitted by Bonita Paetznick. 874 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes July 20, 2004 875 Consent agenda continued 6. Approval of a one week extension (7/17/04-7/24/04) for a previously approved solicitation permit submitted by Dave Strom on behalf of Back Four LTD and BFI Waste Management Systems Inc. Pre -approved by the City Manager on 5-20-04 and the City Council on 6-1-04. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Open Forum Leonid Bryskin, property owner of duplexes located at 5211 and 5201 — 56th Ave N addressed the Council about her concerns regarding the minimum charge incurred on water bills. The City Council referred the matter to staff for follow-up. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered A) the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-7 amending Subsection 515.61 of the Zoning Ordinance (Floodplain Overlay District), including the adoption of new Flood Insurance Rate Maps and B) the summary ordinance for publication. A. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004-7 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING, AMENDING SUBSECTION 515.61 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE (FLOODPLAIN OVERLAY DISTRICT) INCLUDING ADOPTION OF A NEW FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY AND FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAPS And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading. Voting aye: Meintsma, Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Joselyn. 1 Motion carried. B. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2004-7 in summary form. Motion carried. 875 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes July 20, 2004 876 Regular agenda continued 2. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-8 to amend the Crystal City Charter by repealing Sections 4.06 and 4.07 to remove the requirement for nomination petitions in municipal elections and require that filing for office is governed by state law. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004-8 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CRYSTAL CITY CHARTER BY REPEALING SECTIONS 4.06 AND 4.07 REMOVING THE REQUIREMENT FOR NOMINATION PETITIONS AND REQUIRE THAT FILING FOR MUNICIPAL OFFICE IS GOVERNED BY STATE LAW And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading. By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Moore, Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann. Motion carried unanimously. 3. The Council considered Resolution 2004- 55 approving an employment contract with City Manager Anne Norris. 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 2004- 55 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT WITH CITY MANAGER ANNE NORRIS Voting aye: Meintsma, Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Anderson, Hoffmann, and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements The City Manager reminded the Council and audience that the Crystal Frolics would begin on Thursday, July 22 and run through Sunday, July 25. Residents were encouraged to look for more details in the July 22nd Sun Post —Tabloid Section. 876 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes July 20, 2004 877 Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, or ATTEST: JarbA Lewis, City Clerk 877 1 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes August 2, 2004 an Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on August 2, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Meintsma called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Meintsma ABSENT: Hoffmann and Joselyn STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Police Chief H. Algyer, City Forester J. Burks, Police Officer M. Peterson, Environmental Health Specialist C. Forslund, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Citizen Award The Mayor and Police Chief presented a Citizen Commendation Award to Mr. Joseph Osovsky. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from July 20 2004; and ■ The Work Session from July 20, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from July 20 2004; and ■ The Work Session from July 20, 2004. 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 use, consume, and display wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on August 29, 2004 submitted by Randy Hiben. 879 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes August 2, 2004 9 Consent agenda continued 4. Approval of a special permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on August 22, 2004 submitted by Gregory Hammes on behalf of the Minneapolis Elks #44. 5. Approval of the revised meeting schedule for 2004 Council Meetings. 6. Acceptance of the resignation of Amber Wichman from the Environmental Quality Commission. 7. Approval of an extension to a previously approved solicitor's permit for Master Waste Services, 5232 Hanson Court. (Extension: 8-3-04 through 8-27-04) Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Open Forum ■ Ms. Janet Klinger, 6801 — 62nd Ave N, requested staff assistance regarding problems at North Lions Park. ■ Ms. Tess Moleski, 4076 Hampshire Ave N, requested improved communication between residents, city staff, and elected officials. ■ Ms. Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hampshire Ave N, opposed the elimination of her property's second curb cut during the Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered the appointment of Paul Whitenack, 6424 — 40th Ave N, to the Planning Commission representing Ward 2 for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2005. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the appointment of Paul Whitenack, 6426 — 40th Ave N, to the Planning Commission representing Ward 2 for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2005. Voting aye: Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Hoffmann and Joselyn. Motion carried. 2. The Council discussed Dutch Elm Disease and the tree removal budget with City Forester James Burks and Public Works Director T. Mathisen. Crystal City Council Meeting minutes August 2, 2004 Regular agenda continued 3. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance amending Crystal City Code Section 605 relating to garbage and refuse. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 605; RELATING TO GARBAGE AND REFUSE and further, that the second reading be held on August 17, 2004. Voting aye: Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Hoffmann and Joselyn. Motion carried. 4. The Council considered the 2:00 A.M. Bar Closing License renewal for Two Jake's Inc. d.b.a. Jake's Sports Cafe, 5216 West Broadway. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the 2:00 A.M. Bar Closing License renewal for Two Jake's Inc. d.b.a. Jake's Sports Cafe, 5216 West Broadway. Voting aye: Krueger, Grimes, Anderson, Moore, and Meintsma. Absent, not voting: Hoffmann and Joselyn. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ National Night Out is Tuesday, August 3'd — Council Members should arrive at City Hall by 5:30 p.m. ■ Council Work Sessions will be on Thursday, August 19th and 26th. There will not be a budget work session on August 12tH Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m. ATTEST: Jan�l Lewis, City Clerk Motion carried. 881 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes August 17, 2004 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, August 17, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Meintsma called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Finance Director S. Dunfee, Recreation Director G. Hackett, Park Foreman R. Rauen, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Proclamation The Mayor proclaimed September 4 — 6, 2004 as the Days of Remembrance for the Dignity Memorial Vietnam Wall Experience in the City of Crystal. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from August 2 2004; and ■ The Work Session from August 2, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the minutes of the following meetings: • The Regular City Council Meeting from August 2 2004; and ■ The Work Session from August 2, 2004. 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 for wine and beer at North Lions Park on September 11, 2004 submitted by Sherry Daehn. 4. Approval of a special permit for wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on August 8, 2004 submitted by Michael Koffeski (pre -approved by city manager). 5. Approval of the designation of election judges and their assigned precincts for the Primary Election on September 14, 2004. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. 883 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes August 17, 2004 ME Public Hearings 1. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider a new, off -sale liquor license at 4920 West Broadway submitted by Xia Yang and Kou Vang. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. The following persons addressed the Council: ■ The applicants, Xia Yang and Kou Vang; and ■ Apartment Building Manager (Kathy), 4825 Vera Cruz Ave N. There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the new off -sale liquor license at 4920 West Broadway submitted Xia Yang and Kou Vang. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Motion carried. 2. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider a new, off -sale liquor license at 6001 — 42nd Ave N new, submitted by Stephen Schwappach. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. The following person addressed the Council: ■ The applicant, Stephen Schwappach There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the new off -sale liquor license at 6001 — 42nd Ave N, submitted Stephen Schwappach. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Motion carried. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. The Council discussed nonconforming driveways and curb cuts during Street Reconstruction Projects. The Mayor invited public comment on the matter. The following persons addressed the Council: ■ Jeff Girod, 3849 Kentucky Ave N • Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hampshire Ave N ■ Hank Olson, 6621 — 41 st PI N 884 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes August 17, 2004 Regular agenda continued ■ Nancy Olson, 6621 — 41 st PI N ■ Nancy Rasmussen, 4025 Idaho Ave N ■ Janet Beahen, 4016 Idaho Ave N ■ Monica Falls, 3308 Xenia Ave N ■ Jack Cook, 6601 — 41 St Ave N ■ Mark Novak, 4041 Idaho Ave N ■ Ryan Batchler, 3801 Hampshire Ave N ■ Micky Johnson, 3941 Jersey Ave N ■ Lois Cowette, 4075 Jersey Ave N ■ Sara Lord, 3900 Kentucky Ave N • Kathy Lynch, 4017 Hampshire Ave N ■ Tim Byrne, 6425 Markwood Drive ■ Scott Ostroviak, 3810 Kentucky Ave N ■ A letter was submitted by Dawn and Leonard Abel, 6425 — 37tH Bonnie Bolash 1 Ave N and read by The Mayor called for a 10 minute recess at 8:55 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:05 p.m. 2. The Council considered Resolution 2004-56 determining the necessity for the issuance of General Obligation Bonds and calling a special election thereon. The following persons addressed the Council: ■ Recreation Director G. Hackett ■ Parks & Recreation Commissioners B. Gentry and L. Haney • J. Maland and K. Erickson from Bonestroo and Associates ■ Conner Merriam from the Pool Study Committee ■ Jan Scofield, 3656 Colorado Ave N. 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. 2004-56 RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE NECESSITY FOR THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION THEREON Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 885 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes August 17, 2004 886 Regular agenda continued 3. The Council considered Resolution 2004-57 setting a public hearing date, declaring the total amount to be assessed and ordering the preparation of an Assessment Roll. 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. 2004-57 RESOLUTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING DATE, DECLARING THE TOTAL AMOUNT TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF AN ASSESSMENT ROLL Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The Council considered a) initiating a Comprehensive Plan amendment to implement the Trunk Highway 100 Study Group recommendations and b) eliminating the Public - Institutional classification from the Future Land Use Map. City Planner J. Sutter addressed the Council. a) Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve initiating a Comprehensive Plan amendment to implement the TH 100 Study Group recommendations. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Motion carried. b) Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the elimination of the Public - Institutional classification from the Future Land Use Map. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Motion carried. 5. The Council considered Resolution 2004-58 approving PIR Expenditure for the repair of City Hall and the South Fire Station stucco exterior. Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council. ,,r.w,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,N,,,,,,� 1, �N- 886 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes August 17, 2004 887 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. 2004-58 RESOLUTION APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR THE REPAIR OF CITY HALL AND THE SOUTH FIRE STATION STUCCO EXTERIOR Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-59 approving Sewer Utility CIP Expenditure for the reconstruction of Lift Station # 6. Public Works Director T. 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. 2004-59 RESOLUTION APPROVING SEWER UTILITY CIP EXPENDITURE FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF LIFT STATION #6 Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The Council considered a) the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004 - 9 amending Crystal City Code Section 605 relating to garbage and refuse and b) the corresponding summary publication. City Manager A. Norris addressed the Council. a) Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - 9 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 605; RELATING TO GARBAGE AND REFUSE and further, that this is the Second and Final Reading. 887 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes August 17, 2004 888 Regular agenda continued Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Motion carried. b) Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2004 - 9 in summary form. Motion carried. 8. The Council considered a 2:00 A.M. Bar Closing License renewal for Rostamo's Inc. d.b.a. Rostamo's located at 6014 Lakeland Ave N. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the 2:00 A.M. Bar Closing License renewal for Rostamo's Inc. d.b.a. Rostamo's, 6014 Lakeland Ave N Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements Reminder: ■ There will be a Budget Work Session on Thursday, August 19th. The August 261h Budget Work Session was cancelled. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, Mayor ATTEST: Ja t Lewis, City Clerk Motion carried. Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 7, 2004 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, September 7, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Meintsma called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Meintsma, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Moore, Hoffmann, and Anderson STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney M. Norton, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Finance Director S. Dunfee, Community Development Director P. Peters, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Proclamation The Mayor proclaimed September as National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month in the City of Crystal. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from August 17 2004; ■ The Work Session from August 17, 2004; and ■ The Budget Work Session from August 19, 2004. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the minutes of the following meetings: The Regular City Council Meeting from August 17 2004; The Work Session from August 17, 2004; and The Budget Work Session from August 19, 2004. Motion carried. Consent Aaenda 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 for wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on September 25, 2004 submitted by Morey's Seafood Int'I. 4. Approval of a special permit for wine and beer at North Lions Park on September 18, 2004 submitted by Ed Thonander on behalf of the Crystal Lions Club. 891 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 7, 2004 892 Consent agenda continued 5. Approval of request for an extension to a Club Liquor License for K of C Hall on September 4-5, 2004 to include the sale of alcoholic beverages in their parking lot. (Pre - approved by City Manager on 8-27-04) Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearings 1. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Resolution 2004-60 approving a Pawn Brokers — Second Hand Goods Dealer License for C -N -P Northwest, LTD d.b.a. Cash -n -Pawn located at 5445 Lakeland Ave N. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. The following persons testified at the public hearing: ■ Scott Finkenaur, 4754 Adair Ave N ■ Joan Spehar, 4721 Adair Ave N ■ Shelden Winning, 4725 Adair Ave N ■ Alan Cross, Cash -n -Pawn CFO • Andrew Dorn, 6529 — 42nd Ave N ■ Joyce Spehar, 4734 Adair Ave N There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-60 RESOLUTION APPROVING A PAWN BROKERS SECOND HAND GOODS DEALER LICENSE AT 5445 LAKELAND AVE N Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, Moore, and Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the First Reading of Ordinance 2004 - amending Chapter 4 of the Crystal City Charter by adding a section to read: 892 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 7, 2004 893 Public hearings continued "Section 4.11 Contribution: Council Members and candidates. The City Council must, by ordinance or resolution, provide that a campaign contribution as defined by law to the mayor or a council member or candidates for the office of mayor or a council member from any source (as defined in the ordinance or resolution) of more than $100 must be reported to the city clerk and made a public record." . The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. Charter Commission Chair Stuart Stockhaus was in attendance and answered the Council's questions. There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Anderson to table the following ordinance and directed staff to organize a work session with the Charter Commission and City Council for further discussion: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 4 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CHARTER ADDING SECTION 4.11 RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, Moore, and Grimes. Motion carried. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. The Council discussed possible Code amendments relating to nonconforming driveways and accessory parking areas. The following persons addressed the Council: • Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hampshire Ave N ■ Ralph Voegtli, 6311 Hampshire Ave N • Sarah Svien, 6501 — 37th Ave N • Jerry Rauser, 6612 — 41 st Place N ■ Jason Svien, 6501 — 37th Ave N ■ Micky Johnson, 3941 Jersey Ave N ■ Jim Dolence, 3901 Douglas Drive ■ Rosie Klein, 3801 Hampshire Ave N 893 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 7, 2004 894 Regular agenda continued 2. The Council considered Resolution 2004-61 authorizing and directing the use of Eminent Domain Proceedings to acquire hazardous property located at 6511 50th Avenue North. Community Development Director P. Peters addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-61 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS TO ACQUIRE HAZARDOUS PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6511 — 50TH AVE N Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, Moore, and Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Mayor Meintsma declared a five minute recess at 8:55 p.m. and reconvened the Council Meeting at 9:01 p.m. Council Member Grimes left the meeting due to illness. 3. The Council considered Resolution 2004-62 adopting proposed tax levies to the Hennepin County Auditor for payable 2005. Finance Director S. Dunfee addressed the Council. 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. 2004-62 RESOLUTION ADOPTING PROPOSED TAX LEVIES TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY AUDITOR FOR PAYABLE 2005 Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to amend the resolution by removing the debt service tax levy of $149,536. Voting to amend the resolution Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Moore. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried. 894 C Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 7, 2004 ;.R, Regular agenda continued Voting on the main motion as amended Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Moore. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried 4. The Council considered Resolution 2004-63 canceling Debt Service Tax Levy for the General Obligation Certificate of Indebtedness, as presented by Council Member Anderson. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-63 RESOLUTION CANCELING DEBT SERVICE TAX LEVY FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION CERTIFICATE OF INDEBTEDNESS, 2003A Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Moore. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The Council considered Resolution 2004-64 canceling Debt Service Tax Levy for General Obligation Improvement Bonds, 1995A. Moved by Council Member Kruger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-64 RESOLUTION CANCELING DEBT SERVICE TAX LEVY FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, 1995A Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Moore. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-65 canceling debt service tax levy for the General Obligation Improvement Bonds, 1998A 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: 895 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 7, 2004 i• . Regular agenda continued RESOLUTION NO. 2004-65 RESOLUTION CANCELING DEBT SERVICE TAX LEVY FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, 1998A Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Moore. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The Council considered Resolution 2004-66 canceling debt service tax levies for Improvement Bonds. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-66 RESOLUTION CANCELING DEBT SERVICE TAX LEVIES FOR IMPROVEMENT BONDS Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Moore. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The Council considered the First Reading of Ordinance 2004 - relating to deadlines for unpaid charges, amending Sections 725.03 Subd. 2 and 955.07 Subd. 2 of the Crystal City Code. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO DEADLINES FOR UNPAID CHARGES, AMENDING SECTIONS 725.03 SUBD. 2 AND 955.07 SUBD. 2 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE And further, that the Second and Final Reading be held on September 21, 2004. Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Moore. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried. -I . Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 7, 2004 897 Regular agenda continued 9. The Council considered the 2005 West Metro Fire District's Budget. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the 2005 West Metro Fire District's Budget. Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Moore. Absent: Grimes. Motion carried. 10. The Council considered amending the City Council Meeting Schedule to A) cancel its work session on October 14, 2004 and B) reschedule its regular meeting of December 7, 2004 to December 6, 2004 and set the Truth in Taxation Hearing to precede that regular meeting. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to amend the City Council Meeting Schedule to A) cancel its work session on October 14, 2004 and B) Reschedule its regular meeting of December 7 to December 6, 2004 and set the Truth in Taxation Hearing to precede that regular meeting. Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Moore. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried. 11. The Council considered Resolution 2004-67 supporting Hennepin County's consideration of a county -wide smoking ban. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-67 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING HENNEPIN COUNTY'S CONSIDERATION OF A COUNTY -WIDE SMOKING BAN By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann. Voting no: Moore. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 897 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 7, 2004 :•: Regular agenda continued 12.The Council considered approving the 2004 contract with Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS), Local 44 (Police Officers). Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the 2004 contract with Law Enforcement Labor Services (LES), Local 44 (Police Officers). Voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Moore. Absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ Reminder: Work Session on September 9, 2004 to discuss the 2005 Capital Budget and receive an update on JWC discussions with the City of Minneapolis Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:42 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, Mayor ATTEST: Janet Lewis, City Clerk :•: Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 21, 2004 902 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, September 21, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Meintsma called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Anderson, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn (arrived at 7:03), Hoffmann, and Meintsma ABSENT: Moore STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, City Planner J. Sutter, Community Development Director P. Peters, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from September 7, 2004; ■ the Work Session from September 7, 2004; and ■ the Work Session from September 9, 2004. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from September 7, 2004; ■ the Work Session from September 7, 2004; and ■ the Work Session from September 9, 2004. Motion carried. Consent Agenda The Council considered the following items, which are routine or 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 for wine and beer at the Crystal Community Center on October 10, 2004 submitted by Terri Broberg. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. ON Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 21, 2004 903 Open Forum ■ Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hampshire Ave N addressed the Council with her concerns about perceived injustice relating to driveway widths and curb cuts as well as her possible write-in campaign for the office of Section 1 Council Member. Brad Gall, 5810 — 56th Ave N addressed the Council with his concerns about temporary parking/storage structures. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered the appointment of Lisa Atkinson as a Ward 4 commissioner to the Planning Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2006. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the appointment of Lisa Atkinson as a Ward 4 commissioner to the Planning Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2006. Voting aye: Anderson, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Meintsma; absent, not voting: Moore. Motion carried. 1 2. The Council considered A) directing the Planning Commission to review suggested code changes regarding curb cuts and accessory parking areas and B) authorizing city staff to implement the changes for the remainder of the Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project. City Manager A. Norris addressed the Council. Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hampshire Ave N addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to A) direct the Planning Commission to review suggested code changes regarding curb cuts and accessory parking areas and B) authorize city staff to implement the changes for the remainder of the Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project. Voting aye: Anderson, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Meintsma; absent, not voting: Moore. Motion carried. 903 L C Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 21, 2004 904 Regular agenda continued 3. The Council considered Resolution 2004- authorizing the execution of a Joint Water Commission contract with the city of Minneapolis. City Manager A. Norris and Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council. 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. 2004 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A JOINT WATER COMMISSION CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF MINNEAPOLIS Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to amend the main motion to clarify language within the contract to address: ■ Page 11, item 10, delete the last sentence "The JWC shall make reasonable efforts to achieve a goal of 18 mgd maximum daily purchase" ■ Page 12, item 11, specify the billing terms ■ Page 14, item 17, termination clause must include that pricing for water be available from the city of Minneapolis one year prior to the five year renewal of negotiation rates Voting aye on the motion to amend the main motion: Joselyn, Krueger, Hoffmann, Meintsma, Anderson, and Grimes; absent, not voting: Moore Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Krueger to table the resolution. By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, and Hoffmann; voting no: Meintsma, Anderson, and Grimes; absent, not voting: Moore Motion failed. City Attorney S. Bubul clarified that the intent of the resolution is to authorize the contract only on the satisfaction of all conditions listed therein. This implies that if the other JWC member cities (New Hope and Golden Valley) do not agree and impose the same conditions, then in effect the Crystal City Council has not approved the contract. Voting on the main motion as amended: By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann; voting no: Meintsma, Krueger, and Joselyn; absent, not voting: Moore Motion failed. 904 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 21, 2004 905 Regular agenda continued 4. The Council considered Resolution 2004-68 receiving the Feasibility Report and calling for a public hearing on Improvement — Fair / Crystal Heights Phase 7 Street Reconstruction Project #2004-07. Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council. Aaron Ditzler, project manager with SEH presented to the Council. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-68 RESOLUTION RECEIVING THE FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON IMPROVEMENT FAIR / CRYSTAL HEIGHTS PHASE 7 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT #2004-07 Voting aye: Anderson, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Meintsma; absent, not voting: Moore. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The Council considered the Conditional Use Permit to relocate the Highview Alternative Program to the former Cavanagh Elementary School at 5400 Corvallis Avenue North. City Planner J. Sutter addressed the Council. Planning Commissioner Edwin Krueger addressed the Council with his traffic and parking concerns if the permit would be approved. Tom Walerius, director of administration with School District 281, answered the Council's questions. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve, as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission at its September 13, 2004 meeting, and subject to the conditions listed in Section C of the Staff Report, the interim, temporary Conditional Use Permit to relocate the Highview Alternative Program to the former Cavanagh Elementary School. By roll call and voting aye: Meintsma, Grimes, Hoffmann, Joselyn, and Krueger; voting no: Anderson; absent, not voting: Moore. Motion carried. 905 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 21, 2004 906 Regular agenda continued 6. The Council considered the First Reading of Ordinance 2004- amending Section 515 of the Crystal City Code related to nonconforming uses. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 515 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE RELATED TO NONCONFORMING USES And further, that the Second and Final Reading be held on October 5, 2004. Voting aye: Anderson, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Meintsma; absent, not voting: Moore. Motion carried. 7. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-10 relating to deadlines for unpaid charges; amending Sections 725.03, Subd. 2 and 955.07 Subd. 2 of the Crystal City Code. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - 10 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO DEADLINES FOR UNPAID CHARGES, AMENDING SECTIONS 725.03 SUBD. 2 AND 955.07 SUBD. 2 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading. Voting aye: Anderson, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Meintsma; absent, not voting: Moore. Motion carried. 8. The Council considered authorizing the execution of a purchase agreement to acquire property at 6401 — 41 St Avenue North and landlocked property adjacent for inclusion in the Hagemeister Pond Preserve. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to authorize the execution of a purchase agreement to acquire property at 6401 — 41 st Avenue North and landlocked property adjacent for inclusion in the Hagemeister Pond Preserve. Voting aye: Anderson, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Meintsma; absent, not voting: Moore. Motion carried. - Crystal City Council Meeting minutes September 21, 2004 907 Regular agenda continued 9. The Council considered scheduling a work session on October 12 to discuss utility budgets & rates. The Council agreed that a special work session was not needed, and they would discuss utility budgets and rates after its regular meeting on October 19, 2004. Informal Discussion and Announcements Event reminders: ■ The Pool Committee Fundraiser would include a steak fry at the VFW on Wednesday, September 22 from 5 to 7 pm ■ The Dog Park Fundraiser would be at the Crystal Airport on Saturday, September 25 from 10 amto3pm Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:57 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, Mayor ATTEST: Y 4 A ^ 4/--'--] Ja ti, t Lewis, City Clerk 907 L Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 5, 2004 =1• Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, October 5, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krueger ABSENT: Meintsma STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Police Chief H. Algyer, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Ceremony Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann and Police Chief Algyer conducted the promotional pinning ceremony for Sergeant Doug Leslin. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from September 21, 2004 and ■ the Work Session from September 21, 2004 Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from September 21, 2004 and ■ the Work Session from September 21, 2004 Motion carried. Consent Agenda nda 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. 11 u1_..m'm.1..mo.wd- 909 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 5, 2004 910 Consent agenda continued 3. Approval of an extension to a previously approved solicitor's permit for BFI Waste Services/Back Four LTD. (Extension: 9-27-04 through 10-10-04; pre -approved by city manager). 4. Approval of the designation of election judges and their assigned precincts for the General Election on November 2, 2004. 5. Acceptance of the resignation from Nathan Hallquist of the Environmental Quality Commission. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearings 1. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Resolution 2004- vacating easements on property located at 5270 Hanson Court (former Timesavers building). Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to continue the public hearing until October 19, 2004 to consider a resolution vacating easements on property located at 5270 Hanson Court. Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krueger; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 2. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Resolution 2004-69 ordering Public Improvement Project # 2004-07, Fair/Crystal Heights Street Reconstruction. Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council and answered questions. Paul Pasco, Project Manager with SEH, presented to the Council. Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann opened the public hearing for testimony. The following persons addressed the Council: ■ Donald Becker, 3711 Brunswick Ave N ■ Jared Schmillien, 5316 — 35th Ave N ■ Bonnie Johnson, 3709 Adair Ave N ■ Loren Johansen, 6100 — 38th Ave N Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 5, 2004 911 Public Hearings continued There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-69 RESOLUTION ORDERING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECT #2004-07 PHASE 7 — FAIR/CRYSTAL HEIGHTS STREET RECONSTRUCTION Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krueger; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum The following persons addressed the Council during open forum: ■ Donald Becker, 3711 Brunswick Ave N, inquired about inspecting the proposed assessment roll for Phase 7. ■ Jan Scofield, 3656 Colorado Ave N, inquired about the water contract between the JWC and the City of Minneapolis. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered the private kennel license application at 5618 Adair Ave. N. submitted by John and Toni Murray. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the private kennel license application at 5618 Adair Ave. N. submitted by John and Toni Murray. Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krueger; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 911 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 5, 2004 912 Regular agenda continued 2. The Council considered the private kennel license application at 4856 Yates Ave. N. submitted by Amy and Darren Eggersgluess. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the private kennel license application at 4856 Yates Ave. N. submitted by Amy and Darren Eggersgluess. Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krueger; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. 3. The Council considered the private kennel license application at 4857 Jersey Ave. N. submitted by Michael Bauleke and Angela Johnson. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the private kennel license application at 4857 Jersey Ave. N. submitted by Michael Bauleke and Angela Johnson. Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krueger; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried 4. The Council considered two resolutions; A) Resolution 2004-70 declaring the cost to be assessed and ordering the preparation of Brownwood Phase 6 proposed assessment, Project # 2003-4 (driveway and sewer services); and B) Resolution 2004-71 setting a public hearing date on proposed assessment. Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council. RESOLUTION A 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. 2004-70 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF BROWNWOOD PHASE 6 PROPOSED ASSESSMENT, PROJECT #2003-4 Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krueger; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 912 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 5, 2004 913 Regular agenda continued RESOLUTION B 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. 2004-71 RESOLUTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING DATE ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krueger; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-11 and direct the publication of it in summary form; amending Section 515 of the Crystal City Code relating to Zoning and non -conforming uses. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004-11 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 515 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE RELATED TO NONCONFORMING USES And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading. Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krueger; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2004-11 in summary form. Motion carried. 913 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 5, 2004 914 Regular agenda continued 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-72 authorizing the issuance of variable rate demand multi -family housing revenue refunding bonds (Calibre Chase Project), Series 2004, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $2,910,000, which bonds and the interest and premium thereon, if any, shall be payable solely from the revenues of the project; prescribing the form of and authorizing the execution and delivery of certain documents in connection with the issuance of the bonds. 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. 2004-72 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF VARIABLE RATE DEMAND MULTI -FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS (CALIBRE CHASE PROJECT), SERIES 2004, IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $2,910,000, WHICH BONDS AND THE INTEREST AND PREMIUM THEREON, IF ANY, SHALL BE PAYABLE SOLELY FROM THE REVENUES OF THE PROJECT; PRESCRIBING THE FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF CERTAIN DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF THE BONDS Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Moore, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Krueger; absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements Event reminders: Wednesday, October 6 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. North Metro Mayors Association will host a candidate forum for Districts 45A and 45B at Crystal City Hall in the Council Chambers and will be broadcast live on Channel 16. Wednesday, October 6 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. Arc Hennepin Carver will host a candidate forum for Districts 45A and 45B at Crystal City Hall in the Council Chambers and will be broadcast live on Channel 16. Thursday, October 14 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. League of Women Voters will host a candidate forum for municipal offices at Crystal City Hall in the Council Chambers and will be broadcast live on channel 16 and replayed N on Saturday, October 23 at 4:00 p.m. on Channel 12. Saturday, October 9 from 12:00 Noon — 3:00 p.m. West Metro Fire District will host open houses at all fire stations in Crystal and New Hope. 914 1 :1 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 5, 2004 9 d !J Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:09 p.m. Mark Hoffmann, May Pro Tem ATTEST: Ja " t Lewis, City Clerk I, I '.-M --- "I 1 1. - 12f S' Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 19, 2004 917 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, October 19, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Meintsma called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Grimes, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Joselyn STAFF: Public Works Director T. Mathisen (acting city manager), City Attorney S. Bubul, City Planner J. Sutter, Finance Director S. Dunfee, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Presentation and Proclamation PRISM's Executive Director Liz Johnson presented information promoting an annual event to increase citizen awareness of national hunger and homelessness. The Mayor issued a corresponding proclamation. Recognition of Award Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann announced that Mayor Meintsma had received the CC Ludwig Award from the League of Minnesota Cities at its annual conference on October 10, 2004. This award recognized Mayor Meintsma's outstanding public service during his tenure as a public servant for the City of Crystal. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ the Regular City Council Meeting from October 5, 2004 and ■ the Council Work Session from October 5, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the following meetings: ■ the Regular City Council Meeting from October 5, 2004 and ■ the Council Work Session from October 5, 2004. 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. 917 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 19, 2004 918 Consent agenda continued 3. Approval of a special permit for wine and beer at the Crystal Community Center on October 23, 2004 submitted by Chantry Thongrasamy and Viengsamone Bouphamaly. 4. Approval of an extension to a previously approved solicitor's permit for BFI Waste Services/Back Four LTD. (Final Extension: 10-12-04 through 10/17/04; pre -approved by city manager). Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearings 1. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Resolution 2004-73 adopting an Assessment Roll for the Phase 6 Brownwood Street Reconstruction Driveway and Sewer Services Repair. Public Works Director Tom Mathisen presented to the Council and answered questions. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. The following persons addressed the Council: ■ Bill Fischer, 3932 Florida Ave N ■ Sarah Svien, 6501 — 37t' Ave N There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma 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. 2004-73 RESOLUTION APPROVING ASSESSMENT PHASE 6 BROWNWOOD STREET RECONSTRUCTION DRIVEWAY AND SEWER SERVICE REPAIR Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7 L 918 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 19, 2004 919 Public hearings continued 2. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider continuing the public hearing to discuss vacating easements on property located at 5270 Hanson Court (former Timesavers building). Public Works Director Tom Mathisen addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to continue the public hearing until November 4, 2004 to discuss vacating easements on property located at 5270 Hanson Court. Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn Motion carried. 3. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Resolution 2004-74 adopting an Assessment Roll for Year 2004 delinquent accounts. Finance Director Stefanie Dunfee addressed the Council and answered questions. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed. 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. 2004-74 RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR 2004 DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. Council Member Anderson noted that his request to the city clerk and acting city manager that an update regarding West Metro Fire District's budget be added to the agenda under "Informal Discussion and Announcements". 919 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 19, 2004 920 Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered civil penalties for Timber Lodge Steakhouse, 5632 West Broadway, for the violation of ordinances and laws relating to the illegal sale of alcohol to an underage person. (Violations occurred on Thursday, December 12, 2002 and Monday, August 23, 2004) City Attorney Steve Bubul addressed the Council. Mark Potter and Chris Zenner representing the Timber Lodge Steakhouse were in attendance. Mark Potter offered a statement and admitted the violation before the Council. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to impose a $1,500 penalty and a three-day license suspension with staff determining the penalty dates, for Timber Lodge Steakhouse, 5632 West Broadway, for the violation of ordinances and laws relating to the illegal sale of alcohol to an underage person. Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn Motion carried. 2. The Council considered the First Reading of Ordinance 2004- amending Section 515 of the Crystal City Code relating to zoning Subsection 515.17 — off-street parking requirements, curb cuts, and driveways. City Planner John Sutter presented to the Council and answered questions. The following persons addressed the Council: ■ Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hampshire Ave N ■ Sarah Svien, 6501 — 37th Ave N Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 515 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE RELATING TO ZONING SUBSECTION 515.17 OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS, CURB CUTS, AND DRIVEWAYS And further, that the Second and Final Reading be held on November 4, 2004. By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krueger, and Meintsma. Voting no: Moore. Motion carried. 920 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 19, 2004 921 Regular agenda continued 3. The Council considered Resolution 2004-75 amending the Comprehensive Plan to implement the TH 100 Study Group's recommendations and eliminate the Public - Institutional Classification from the future land use map. City Planner John Sutter presented to the Council and answered questions. Moved by Council Member and seconded by Council Member to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-75 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The Council considered Resolution 2004-76 approving a lot division at 6517 — 41" Avenue North to detach the south 135 feet and incorporate into the adjacent Hagemeister Pond Park. City Planner John Sutter presented to 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. 2004-76 RESOLUTION APPROVING LOT DIVISION FOR PROPERTY AT 6517 — 41 ST AVENUE NORTH Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The Council considered Resolution 2004-77 adopting the Fee Schedule (excluding utilities) for 2005. Finance Director Stefanie Dunfee presented to the Council and answered questions. 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: 921 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 19, 2004 922 Regular agenda continued RESOLUTION NO. 2004-77 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FEE SCHEDULE FOR 2005 (EXCLUDING UTILITY BILLING RATES & CHARGES) Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The Council considered the firm of Kern, Dewenter, and Viere, LTD for auditing services for fiscal years 2004 through 2006 and directed the city manager and finance director to execute the contract for services. Finance Director Stefanie Dunfee presented to the Council and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the firm of Kern, Dewenter, and Viere, LTD for auditing services for fiscal years 2004 through 2006 and directed the city manager and finance director to execute the contract for services. Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn Motion carried. 7. The Council considered Resolution 2004-78 authorizing the execution and delivery of an amended and restated trust indenture and an amended and restated financing agreement with respect to its variable rate demand multifamily housing development revenue refunding bonds, series 1997 (Crystal Apartments Limited Partnership Project); and prescribing the form of and authorizing the execution and delivery of certain other documents in connection therewith. (Cedarwood Apartments) John Utley, attorney with Kennedy and Graven presented to the Council and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: �J 922 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes October 19, 2004 923 Regular agenda continued RESOLUTION NO. 2004-78 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN AMENDED AND RESTATED TRUST INDENTURE AND AN AMENDED AND RESTATED FINANCING AGREEMENT WITH RESPECT TO ITS VARIABLE RATE DEMAND MULTIFAMILY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 1997 (CRYSTAL APARTMENTS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP PROJECT); AND PRESCRIBING THE FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF CERTAIN OTHER DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Moore, and Joselyn Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ The next Regular Council Meeting will be on Thursday, November 4 at 7:00 p.m. and will include canvassing the election results. ■ Crystal Community Blood Drive is on Thursday, October 28 from 8 am until 12 Noon at City Hall; call Val Matthews if interested in participating (763-531-1072). ■ Council Member Anderson gave updates regarding West Metro Fire Rescue District's budget surplus and the delivery of the new fire truck in January 2005. ■ Roly Poly Sandwich Shop will have a Grand Opening on Friday, October 22 at 1 pm. ■ Pool Revitalization Committee Meetings are open to the public and will be held on the following dates: Monday, October 25 from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Community Center and on Thursday, October 28 from 6:30-7:30 pm at City Hall. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, ayor ATTEST: /14 1 - ke',c--ems Jan Lewis, City Clerk Motion carried. 923 City Council Meeting minutes November 4, 2004 925 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, November 4, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Meintsma called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Grimes, Krueger, Anderson, Joselyn, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Moore STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, City Attorney S. Bubul, Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Ceremony Police Chief Algyer and Mayor Meintsma conducted the swearing-in ceremony for police officer Michael Mundale. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from October 19, 2004 and ■ Two Council Work Sessions from October 19, 2004. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from October 19, 2004 and ■ Two Council Work Sessions from October 19, 2004. 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 for wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on November 7, 2004 submitted by Bill O'Reilly. 4. Approval of ratification for right -of -entry agreement between the city and Wayne and Kristine Erickson for October 23, 2004, Hagemeister Pond Preserve cleanup. 925 City Council Meeting minutes November 4, 2004 926 Consent agenda continued Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearing 1. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider continuing the public hearing to discuss vacating easements on property located at 5270 Hanson Court (former Timesavers building). Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to continue the public hearing until November 16, 2004 to discuss vacating easements on property located at 5270 Hanson Court. Voting aye: Grimes, Anderson, Krueger, Joselyn, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Moore. Motion carried. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered Resolution 2004-79 canvassing the vote and declaring the results of the General Municipal Election. 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. 2004-79 RESOLUTION CANVASSING THE VOTE AND DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION Voting aye: Grimes, Anderson, Krueger, Joselyn, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Moore. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. The Council considered Resolution 2004-80 declaring the results of the Special Bond Election. �1 • City Council Meeting minutes November 4, 2004 927 Regular agenda continued 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. 2004-80 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE SPECIAL BOND ELECTION Voting aye: Grimes, Anderson, Krueger, Joselyn, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Moore. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. The Council considered A) the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-12 amending Section 515.17 of the Crystal City Code modifying regulations regulating driveways, curb cuts, and other related matters and B) the corresponding summary ordinance for publication. Ordinance 2004-12 Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004-12 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 515 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE RELATING TO ZONING SUBSECTION 515.17 OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS, CURB CUTS, AND DRIVEWAYS And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, and Anderson. Voting no: Moore. Motion carried. Summary ordinance publication Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve and direct the publication of Ordinance 2004-12 in summary form. Motion carried. 927 City Council Meeting minutes November 4, 2004 928 Regular agenda continued 4. The Council considered Resolution 2004-81 authorizing execution of Joint Water Commission contract with Minneapolis. City Manager A. Norris and Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council and answered questions. The following residents addressed the Council: • Darrell Rueben, 3800 Yates Ave N ■ Jan Scofield, 3656 Colorado Ave N 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. 2004-81 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF CONTRACT WITH JOINT WATER COMMISSION CONTRACT WITH MINNEAPOLIS By roll call and voting aye: Hoffmann, Moore, Anderson, and Grimes. Voting no: Joselyn, Krueger, and Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The Council considered the amended 2005 budget for West Metro Fire -Rescue District. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the amended 2005 budget for West Metro Fire -Rescue District. Voting aye: Grimes, Anderson, Krueger, Joselyn, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Moore. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ Larry Cassem, 13201 — 196 Ave NW, submitted a letter and addressed the Council regarding his opinions relating to recent newsletter articles about the Crystal Airport. Paul Rempetsreiter, 3814 Yates Ave N, addressed the Council about his questions regarding the Phase 7 Street Reconstruction Project. 928 1 City Council Meeting minutes November 4, 2004 929 Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The Mayor declared that the Council would immediately convene to a closed executive session to discuss labor contact negotiations. The Regular City Council Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. ATTEST: It Jar,.et Lewis, City Clerk 1 Peter E. Meintsma, Mayor a• Crystal City Council Executive Session minutes November 4, 2004 930 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the closed Executive Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 4, 2004 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota in conference room A. The Mayor called the meeting to order. The city manager recorded the attendance. COUNCIL: Anderson, Grimes, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krueger, Moore, and Meintsma STAFF: City Manager A. Norris and Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres OTHER: A. Antonsen, consultant The Council discussed labor contract negotiations. The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. ATTEST: Norris, Cily Manager GACouna1\Minutes2004\min 11-4-04closedexecutive.doc Peter E. Meintsma, Mayor 1 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes November 16, 2004 931 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Regular Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, November 16, 2004 in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Meintsma called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, City Attorney S. Bubul, Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, City Planner J. Sutter, Community Development Director P. Peters, Recreation Director G. Hackett, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from November 4, 2004 and ■ The closed Executive Session from November 4, 2004. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from November 4, 2004 and ■ The closed Executive Session from November 4, 2004. 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. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. 931 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes November 16, 2004 932 Public Hearings Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Resolution 2004-82 approving a currency exchange license renewal for Cashway Checking LLC, located at 127 Willow Bend, submitted by Michael and Suzanne Schroeder. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed. 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. 2004-82 RESOLUTION RELATING TO APPLICATION FOR A CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE AT 127 WILLOW BEND Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time for the City Council to consider the continuation of a public hearing to discuss vacating easements on property located at 5270 Hanson Court (former Timesavers building). Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to continue the public hearing to discuss vacating easements on property located at 5270 Hanson Court until December 6, 2004. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. Motion carried. 932 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes November 16, 2004 933 Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered Resolution 2004-83 commending Connor Merriam for his outstanding service to the Pool Renovation Project. 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. 2004-83 RESOLUTION COMMENDING CONNOR MERRIAM FOR HIS OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE POOL RENOVATION PROJECT Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. The Council considered Resolution 2004-84 commending the Pool Study Committee and the Crystal Pool Revitalization Committee. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-84 RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE POOL STUDY COMMITTEE AND THE CRYSTAL POOL REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. The Council considered a private kennel license at 5317 — 52nd Ave N submitted by Joseph and Bonnie London. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the private kennel license at 5317 — 52nd Ave N submitted by Joseph and Bonnie London. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 933 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes November 16, 2004 934 Regular agenda continued 4. The Council considered an ordinance amending the Zoning Map to rezone property located at 3148 Douglas Drive North from R-1 Low Density Residential to PD Planned Development. City Planner J. Sutter presented a staff report to the Council. The following persons addressed the Council: ■ Mike Thomas, SML Land Development ■ Douglas Weyh, 3804 Georgia Ave N ■ A letter of opposition was submitted by Robin P. Riggs, 3230 Florida Ave N. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3148 DOUGLAS DRIVE NORTH FROM R-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO PD PLANNED DEVELOPMENT and further, that the second reading be held on December 6, 2004. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 5. The Council considered Resolution 2004-85 approving a preliminary plat of Brunswick Villas. City Planner J. Sutter presented to the Council. 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. 2004-85 RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF BRUNSWICK VILLAS Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 934 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes November 16, 2004 935 Regular agenda continued 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-86 amending Driveway and Sewer Assessment Roll for Brownwood Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project #03-04. Public Works Director T. Mathisen presented to the Council. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-86 RESOLUTION AMENDING DRIVEWAY & SEWER ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR BROWNWOOD PHASE 6 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT #03-04 Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The Council considered Resolution 2004-87 authorizing contractor final payment for Project #2002-10 — 30 inch Trunk Line Sewer Rehabilitation. Public Works Director T. Mathisen presented to 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. 2004-87 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACTOR FINAL PAYMENT FOR PROJECT #2002-10 30 INCH TRUNK LINE SEWER REHABILITATION Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 935 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes November 16, 2004 936 Regular agenda continued 8. The Council considered Resolution 2004-88 authorizing agreement to provide final engineering design services for Phase 7 Street Reconstruction Project #2004-07; FAIR / Crystal Heights Neighborhoods. Public Works Director T. Mathisen presented to the Council. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-88 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE FINAL ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR PHASE 7 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT #2004-07; FAIR / CRYSTAL HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOODS Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 9. The Council considered Resolution 2004-89 adopting the 2005 Fee Schedule utility billing rates and charges; amending Crystal City Code Appendix IV. LJ 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. 2004-89 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2005 FEE SCHEDULE UTILITY BILLING RATES AND CHARGES; AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE APPENDIX IV Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 936 1 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes November 16, 2004 937 Regular agenda continued 10. The Council considered a one-year employment contract with Police Chief Harry Algyer. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the one-year employment contract with Police Chief Harry Algyer. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 11. The Council considered a two-year contract for legal services with Kennedy & Graven, Chartered. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the two-year contract for legal services with Kennedy & Graven, Chartered. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 12. The Council considered Resolution 2004-90 declaring the official intent of the city of Crystal to reimburse certain expenditures from the proceeds of bonds to be issued by the city (pool revitalization project). 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. 2004-90 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE OFFICIAL INTENT OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL TO REIMBURSE CERTAIN EXPENDITURES FROM THE PROCEEDS OF BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. I i .n,l 11 11,21114,um1I le W - 937 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes November 16, 2004 938 Regular agenda continued 13. The Council considered Resolution 2004-91 requesting maintenance of MnDOT owned right-of-way. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-91 RESOLUTION REQUESTING MAINTENANCE OF MNDOT OWNED RIGHT-OF-WAY Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements ■ The next City Council Meeting is on Monday, December 6 which includes the Truth in Taxation Hearing. ■ A Hearing will be conducted by the Transportation Policy and Finance Division Subcommittee on Aeronautics on Friday, November 19 at 1:00 p.m. in room 107 at the Capitol to discuss the past and future of the Crystal Airport. ■ Council Member Hoffmann requested a work session to discuss the costs associated with the possible placement of underground utilities near Bass Lake Road and West Broadway. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, Mayor ATTEST: e-- Jand Lewis, City Clerk Motion carried. 938 Crystal City Council closed Executive Session minutes December 6, 2004 M Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the closed Executive Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:20 p.m. on Monday, December 6, 2004 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota in Conference Room A. The mayor pro tem recorded the attendance. COUNCIL: Krueger, Grimes, Hoffmann, Meintsma, Anderson, Moore, and Joselyn The Council evaluated the city manager's annual performance. The closed Executive Session recessed at 6:55 p.m., reconvened at 8:57 p.m. and adjourned at 9:07 p.m. Peter E. Meintsm , Mayor ATTEST- Mark Hoff*a'nVTayor Pro Tem G\Councal\Minutes2004\min12-6-04executivews doc 940 Crystal City Council Truth in Taxation Hearing and Regular Meeting minutes December 6, 2004 941 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Truth in Taxation Hearing and regular City Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on Monday, December 6, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The Mayor called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Grimes, Krueger, Moore, Anderson, Joselyn, Hoffmann, and Meintsma STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, Finance Director S. Dunfee, Recreation Director G. Hackett, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Truth in Taxation Hearing 1. Mayor Meintsma 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 2005 tax levy. Finance Director S. Dunfee presented to the Council and answered questions. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed and announced the regular City Council Meeting would begin. Acknowledgment of Donations Mayor Meintsma acknowledged the following donations: ■ The Crystal Pool Revitalization Committee donated $933.55 for Year 2006 pool passes and swimming lesson scholarships ■ The Minnesota State Cycle -Cross donated $735 to the Scholarship Fund and ■ Liz Reid donated $100 for Winterfest and Santa Letters. Council Meeting minutes 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from November 16, 2004 and ■ The Work Session from November 16, 2004. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The Regular City Council Meeting from November 16, 2004 and ■ The Work Session from November 16, 2004. Motion carried. 941 Crystal City Council Truth in Taxation Hearing and Regular Meeting minutes December 6, 2004 942 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 solicitation permit for The Window Store, 1500 Como Ave SE, Minneapolis, to go door-to-door soliciting new window installation from January 2 through February 1, 2005. 4. Acceptance of the following commission resignations; Randy Hull from the Parks & Recreation Commission; Lisa Snyder from the Human Rights Commission; and Marty Gates from the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Commission. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearing 1. Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Resolution 2004-92 vacating a portion of platted utility easements in Timesavers 2nd 3rd and 4 1 Additions. Public Works Director T. Mathisen presented to the Council. The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Meintsma declared the public hearing closed. 1 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. 2004-92 RESOLUTION VACATING A PORTION OF PLATTED EASEMENTS IN TIMESAVERS 2ND 3RD AND 4T" ADDITIONS Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 942 J 0 Crystal City Council Truth in Taxation Hearing and Regular Meeting minutes December 6, 2004 Open Forum No public comment was given during open forum. 943 Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered a private kennel license at 8016 — 32nd Place N., submitted by Becky Yuzna. 2 3 The applicant Becky Yuzna was in attendance. Jeff Fonder, 8008 — 32nd Place N, spoke in favor of the license. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the private kennel license at 8016 — 32nd Place N., submitted by Becky Yuzna. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. The Council received an update regarding the Phase 6 Street Reconstruction Project from Public Works Director T. Mathisen. The Council considered Resolution 2004- approving the City -Wide Sidewalk Program. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to table the resolution until the next Council Meeting on December 21, 2004. By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann. Voting no: Moore. Motion carried. 943 Crystal City Council Truth in Taxation Hearing and Regular Meeting minutes December 6, 2004 944 Regular agenda continued 4. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-13 amending the Zoning Map to rezone property located at 3148 Douglas Drive North from R-1 low density residential to PD Planned Development. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004-13 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3148 DOUGLAS DRIVE NORTH FROM R-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO PD PLANNED DEVELOPMENT and further, that this is the Second and Final Reading. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 5. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance relating to campaign contributions. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2004 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS and further, that the second reading be held on December 21, 2004. Voting aye: Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Anderson, Grimes, Moore, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 944 Crystal City Council Truth in Taxation Hearing and Regular Meeting minutes December 6, 2004 945 Informal Discussion and Announcements The Council discussed the following information: ■ The next City Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 21. ■ Wednesday, December 8, the Crystal Little League will host a steak dinner at 6:15 p.m. at the VFW to celebrate the passage of the pool referendum. Wednesday, December 8, the North Metro Mayors Association will meet at Crystal City Hall at 5:00 p.m. The city manager gave an update on the JWC and its implementation of the City of Crystal's Resolution 2004-81. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The Mayor declared the Council would convene into a closed executive session to discuss the city manager's annual performance evaluation. The City Council Meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, Mayor ATTEST: Ja t Lewis, City Clerk J �I 945 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 EVA Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular City Council Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. Mayor Meintsma called the meeting to order. Upon roll call, the following members were present: COUNCIL: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann STAFF: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney S. Bubul, Public Works Director T. Mathisen, Assistant City Manager/HR Director K. Therres, Finance Director S. Dunfee, Community Development Director P. Peters, City Planner J. Sutter, Zoning Administrator J. Zimmermann, and City Clerk J. Lewis. Mayor Meintsma led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. The Mayor recognized visiting Boy Scout Troop 289 at the meeting. Scout Master David Haynes informed the Council that his troop members were trying to earn citizenship and communications badges. COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES 1. The Council considered the minutes from the following meetings: ■ The Truth in Taxation Hearing and Regular City Council Meeting from December 6, 2004; ■ The Work Session from December 6, 2004; and ■ The Closed Executive Session from December 6, 2004. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the minutes of the following meetings: ■ The Truth in Taxation Hearing and Regular City Council Meeting from December 6, 2004; ■ The Work Session from December 6, 2004; and ■ The Closed Executive Session from December 6, 2004. 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. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. 947 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 948 OPEN FORUM ReNae Bowman requested the removal of items 9, 11, and 12 from the regular agenda citing that thorough citizen input was needed before Council action be taken. However, per Resolution 92-16; no Council action may be taken on items during open forum. REGULAR AGENDA 1. The Council considered appointing Bob Burns, 8217 — 32nd Ave N, to the Environmental Quality Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2005. Mr. Bob Burns addressed the Council. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the appointment of Bob Burns to the Environmental Quality Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2005. Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 2. The Council considered of a private kennel license at 4708 Hampshire Ave N submitted by Pegeen Webster. Ms. Pegeen Webster addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Moore to approve the private kennel license at 4708 Hampshire Ave N submitted by Pegeen Webster. Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 3. The Council considered Resolution 2004- 93 levying taxes for certification to the County Auditor for payable 2005. Finance Director Stefanie Dunfee presented information and answered questions. 948 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 949 Regular agenda continued Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-93 RESOLUTION LEVING TAXES FOR CERTIFICATION TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR FOR PAYABLE 2005 Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The Council considered two resolutions approving the 2005 Operating Budgets; A) The 2005 General Fund, and B) The 2005 Special Revenue, Debt Service, Capital Projects Enterprise, and Internal Service Fund Budgets. Finance Director Stefanie Dunfee presented information and answered questions. Resolution A 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. 2004-94 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2005 GENERAL FUND Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Resolution B 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. 2004-95 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2005 SPECIAL REVENUE, DEBT SERVICE, CAPITAL PROJECTS ENTERPRISE, AND INTERNAL SERVICE FUND BUDGETS Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 949 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 950 Regular agenda continued 5. The Council considered a Conditional Use Permit for auto repair -major at Asia Auto Center, 5264 West Broadway. City Planner J. Sutter addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the Conditional Use Permit for auto repair -major at Asia Auto Center located at 5264 West Broadway, as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission at its December 13, 2004 meeting and subject to the recommendations outlined in the staff report. Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann Motion carried. 6. The Council considered Resolution 2004-96 denying a Variance Request to increase the maximum fence height at 5331 Corvallis Avenue North. City Planner J. Sutter addressed the Council. , Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hampshire Ave N, addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-96 RESOLUTION DENYING A VARIANCE REQUEST TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM FENCE HEIGHT AT 5331 CORVALLIS AVENUE NORTH Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The Council considered Resolution 2004-97 approving a Lot Division at 6401 - 41 st Avenue North to create a new parcel to be added to Hagemeister Pond Park. City Planner J. Sutter addressed the Council. 950 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 951 Regular agenda continued 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. 2004-97 RESOLUTION APPROVING LOT DIVISION FOR PROPERTY AT 6401 — 41 ST AVENUE NORTH Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The Council considered Resolution 2004-98 supporting the Metropolitan Airport Commission's review of Crystal Airport's continued role as a reliever in the regional system of airports and reaffirming the Crystal Comprehensive Plan policies contemplating its eventual redevelopment. Community Development Director P. Peters addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Moore and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-98 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE METROPOLITAN AIRPORT COMMISSION'S REVIEW OF THE CRYSTAL AIRPORT'S CONTINUED ROLE IN THE REGIONAL SYSTEM OF AIRPORTS AND REAFFIRMING THE AIRPORT POLICIES OF THE CRYSTAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Moore, Anderson, and Hoffmann. Voting no: Grimes Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 9. The Council received an update from Community Development Director Patrick Peters about extending the deadline until March 4, 2005 to receive applications for citizen representatives to the 2005 Motor Vehicle and Equipment Code Citizen Review Committee. 951 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 952 Regular agenda continued 10. The Council received an update regarding the City's Annual Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) from Public Works Director T. Mathisen and Engineering Technician D. Fritzke. 11. The Council considered Resolution 2004-99 approving the City -Wide Sidewalk Construction Program. Public Works Director T. Mathisen addressed the Council. Council Member Grimes noted that Council Member Elect Krantz had contacted him to request that this item be tabled until the next Council Meeting. The following persons addressed the Council: Marty Dahl, 3732 Xenia Ave N, submitted a petition to the Council opposing sidewalks. ReNae Bowman, 3916 Edgewood Ave N, asked that more citizen input be gathered and that no sidewalks be installed when residents say no. Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hampshire Ave N, opposed sidewalks and questioned sidewalk width. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to table this item until January 4, 2005. By roll call and voting aye to table: Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann. Voting no: Krueger, Meintsma, Moore, and Joselyn. Motion failed. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to refer this item to the Planning Commission. Council Member Hoffmann withdrew his second. Motion failed for lack of a second. 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. 2004-99 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY-WIDE SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM By roll call and voting aye: Meintsma, Moore, Joselyn, and Krueger. Voting no: Anderson, Hoffmann, and Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 952 11 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 953 Regular agenda continued 12. The Council considered Resolution 2004-100 approving certain sidewalk and state aid design criteria for Project No. 2007-07, Phase 7 Fair & Crystal Heights Neighborhoods, Public Works Director T. Mathisen presented an update regarding the neighborhood meeting and answered questions. The following persons addressed the Council: Marty Dahl, 3732 Xenia Ave N requested that this be tabled until more community input is obtained and asked the Council to reject the feasibility study. Bonnie Bolash, 4060 Hampshire Ave N questioned if an environmental study had been conducted on the implications regarding the impact of additional hard surfaces (sidewalks) in the city. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to table this item until January 4, 2005. By roll call and voting aye to table: Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann. Voting no: Krueger, Meintsma, Moore, and Joselyn. Motion failed. 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. 2004-100 RESOLUTION APPROVING CERTAIN SIDEWALK AND STATE AID DESIGN CRITERIA FOR PROJECT NO. 2007-07, PHASE 7 FAIR & CRYSTAL HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOODS Moved by Council Member Anderson to amend the main motion to remove sidewalks and striping from certain streets in the project from the resolution. Motion failed for lack of a second. By roll call and voting aye on the main motion as presented by staff: Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, and Moore. Voting no: Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 953 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 954 Regular agenda continued 13. The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2004-14 relating to campaign contributions with the following options included: Penaltv for violation A) Misdemeanor or B) Petty Misdemeanor Effective Date A) January 30, 2004 or B) January 1, 2006 (Regular effective date per charter) City Attorney S. Bubul addressed the Council and answered questions. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following ordinance with penalty option A (misdemeanor) and effective date option B: ORDINANCE NO. 2004-14 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS And further, that this is the Second and Final Reading. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Moore to amend the main motion to change the penalty from option A (misdemeanor) to option B (petty misdemeanor). By roll call and voting aye amend the main motion: Grimes, Joselyn, and Anderson. Voting no: Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, and Moore. Motion failed. Voting aye on the main motion: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann Motion carried. 14. The Council considered a one-year employment contract with City Manager Anne Norris. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the one-year employment contract with City Manager Anne Norris. Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann Motion carried. 954 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 955 Regular agenda continued 15. The Council considered the 2005 Council Meeting Schedule. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the 2005 Council Meeting Schedule with the following changes: Original Meeting Date Recommended Date Change August 2 August 1 (Mon) October 4 October 3 (Mon) October 18 October 17 (Mon) Approved 2005 Schedule January 4 & 18 February 1 & 15 March 1 & 15 April 5 & 19 May 3 & 17 June 7 & 21 July 5 & 19 Aug 1 & 16 Sept 6 & 20 Oct 3 & 17 Nov 1 & 15 Dec 6 & 20 Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 16. The Council discussed social service funding and consideration of a resolution introduced by Council Member Anderson requesting 2004 funding for PRISM. 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: RESOLUTION NO. 2004 - RESOLUTION CONCERNING SOCIAL SERVICE FUNDING FOR 2004 By roll call and voting aye: Moore and Anderson. Voting no: Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, and Grimes. Motion failed. 17. The Council considered Resolution 2004-101 authorizing and requiring direct deposit for all city employees. 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: 955 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 956 Regular agenda continued RESOLUTION NO. 2004-101 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND REQUIRING DIRECT DEPOSIT FOR ALL CITY EMPLOYEES Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 18. The Council considered Resolution 2004-102 commending Tom Krueger as Council Member for Ward 3. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, and read in full by the mayor: RESOLUTION NO. 2004- 102 RESOLUTION COMMENDING TOM KRUEGER AS COUNCIL MEMBER FOR WARD 3 Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 19. The Council considered Resolution 2004-103 commending Mayor Peter Meintsma, presented by Mayor Pro Tem Hoffmann. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Members Anderson, Krueger, Grimes, Joselyn, and Moore to adopt the following resolution, and read in full by Council Member Hoffmann: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-103 RESOLUTION COMMENDING MAYOR PETER MEINTSMA Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Moore, Grimes, Meintsma, and Hoffmann Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 956 Crystal City Council Meeting minutes December 21, 2004 957 INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS ■ Council Member Anderson presented a resolution to Mayor Meintsma from the West Metro Fire Rescue District Board of Directors. ■ The Council recognized the conference report submitted by Council Member Joselyn. "T's MimrinallU►n Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:59 p.m. ReNae Bow r ATTEST: � r -f Janet- ewis, City Clerk 957