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2001 City Council MinutesCouncil Minutes January 2, 2001 290 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on January 2, 2001, at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Pro Tem Joselyn announced that City Clerk, Janet Lewis, administered the Oath of Office for newly elected officials on January 2, 2001. All Wards Mayor Pete Meintsma; Ward 3 Council Member Tom Krueger; Ward 4 Council Member Garry Grimes; and Section I Council Member Dave Anderson. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; Director; Janet Lewis, City Clerk; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director (arrived at 7:20). The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting, the closed Special Meeting and the Work Session of December 19, 2000. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting and the work session of December 19, 2000. Motion Carried. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 as submitted by the Finance Director to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the Finance Director. 3. Approval of Resolution 2001-01 for PIR expenditures for expenses relating to the purchase of PC replacements and printer. 4. Approval of Resolution 2001-02 for PIR expenditures for expenses relating to the purchase of rugs for the entryways at the Community Center. 5. Approval of the designation of the Crystal/Robbinsdale Sun Post and the Star Tribune as official newspapers for the City of Crystal for the year 2001. 6. Approval of the appointment of Anne Norris, City Manager, as the Hennepin Recycling Group Board Member for the City of Crystal for 2001. Council Agenda 291 January 2, 2001 7. Approval of the designation of the Wells Fargo Bank MN, NA - Crystal Branch as the official depository for the City of Crystal for the year 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. OPEN FORUM Janice Peterson, 5249 Hampshire Ave N, Crystal 763/535-8010 appeared and was heard. REGULAR AGENDA The City Council considered the application for a private kennel license submitted by Leon and Betty Lewis, 5700 Regent Ave N, Crystal. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the private kennel license submitted by Leon and Betty Lewis at 5700 Regent Ave N. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered approval of the 2001-2002 International Union of Operating Engineers, Local #49 Labor Agreement. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the 2001-2002 International Union of Operating Engineers, Local #49 Labor Agreement. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered approval of the 2001 wage and health insurance benefit increase for non-union employees. (3% annual adjustment to non union compensation plan and an increase in the City's contribution toward health insurance.) Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the 2001 wage and health insurance benefit increase for non- union employees.. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered the second reading of an ordinance relating to User Fees; amending subsection 955.05, subdivision 1, and subsection 955.07, subdivisions 1 and 2. A. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following ordinance: Council Agenda 292 January 2, 2001 ORDINANCE 2001-1 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO USER FEES; AMENDING SUBSECTION 955.05, SUBDIVISION 1, AND SUBSECTION 955.07, SUBDIVISIONS 1 AND 2 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to publish the ordinance in summary form. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered the selection of a Mayor Pro Tem for the year 2001. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to appoint Garry Grimes as Mayor Pro Tem for the year 2001. Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered the appointment of a Council liaison to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission for the year 2001. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to appoint E. Gary Joselyn as the Council liaison to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission for the year 2001. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered the appointment of a Council liaison to the Environmental Quality Commission for the year 2001. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Krueger to appoint Mark Hoffmann as the Council liaison to the Environmental Quality Commission for the year 2001. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered the appointment of a Council liaison to the Human Rights Commission for the year 2001. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to appoint Tom Krueger as the Council liaison to the Human Rights Commission for the year 2001 „ Motion Carried. 9. The City Council considered the appointment of a Council liaison to the Financial Advisory Commission for the year 2001. Council Agenda 293 January 2, 2001 Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to appoint Dave Anderson as the Council liaison to the Financial Advisory Commission for the year 2001. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered the appointment of a representative and an alternate to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for the year 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to appoint Mayor Meintsma as the representative and Anne Norris as the alternate to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for the year 2001. Motion Carried. 11. The City Council considered the designation of an AMM legislative contact person and an alternate for 2001 Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to designate Mayor Meintsma as an AMM legislative contact person and Anne Norris as an alternate for the year 2001. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council considered the appointment of representatives to the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission for the year 2001. Moved by Mayor Meintsm and seconded by Council Member Grimes to appoint John T. Irving and Anne Norris as representatives to the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission for the year 2001. Motion Carried. 13. The City Council considered the appointment of a City Council representative and a public member on the West Metro Fire District Board of Directors for two-year terms expiring December 31, 2001. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to appoint Dave Anderson as a City Council representative on the West Metro Fire District Board of Directors for a two-year term expiring December 31, 2002. Motion Carried. 14. The City Council considered a recommendation to the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council for reappointment of Robert Schoen, 3930 Jersey Avenue North, as a Crystal representative on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Board for a two-year term expiring December 31, 2002. Council Agenda 294 January 2, 2001 Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to recommend Robert Schoen, 3930 Jersey Avenue North for reappointment as a Crystal representative on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Board for a two-year term expiring December 31, 2002. Motion Carried. 15. The City Council considered the appointment of City Manager Anne Norris to the Joint New Hope -Golden Valley -Crystal Water Commission for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2003. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Mayor Pete Meintsma to appoint City Manager Anne Norris to the Joint New Hope -Golden Valley -Crystal Water Commission for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2003. Motion Carried. 16. The City Council considered the appointment of City Manager Anne Norris as Board Member and Assistant City Manager Angela Nalezny as Alternate Board Member on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Board of Directors. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to appoint Anne Norris as the Board Member and Angela Nalezny as the Alternate Board Member on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Board of Directors, effective January 10, 2001. Motion Carried. 17. The City Council considered the appointment of a representative to the Five Cities Senior Transportation Executive Committee. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to appoint City Manager Anne Norris to the Five Cities Senior Transportation Executive Committee, effective January 10, 2001 and Jeanne Fackler as Alternate to the Five Cities Senior Transportation Executive Committee. Motion Carried. 18. The City Council considered appointment of a Board Member and Alternate Board Member to Local Government Information Systems (LOGIS). Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to appoint Angela Nalezny as Board Member and Anne Norris as the Alternate Board Member on the Local Government Information Systems (LOGIS) Board of Directors, effective January 10, 2001, Motion Carried. Council Agenda 295 January 2, 2001 19. The City Council considered the appointment of a Director and Alternate director for Pets Under Police Security (PUPS) Board of Directors. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to appoint Police Chief, Harry Algyer as the Director and City Manager, Anne Norris as the Alternate Director on the Pets Under Police Security (PUPS) Board of Directors, effective January 10, 2001. Motion Carried. 20. The City Council considered the applications for reappointment to the Planning Commission of Paulette Magnuson, Jane Elsen, and Kris Graham, for three-year terms expiring December 31, 2003. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Mayor Pete Meintsma to reappoint; Paulette Magnuson, 3159 Jersey Ave N; Jane Elsen, 5419 Maryland Ave N; and Kris Graham, 5618 54"' Ave N to the Planning Commission for three-year terms expiring December 31, 2003. Motion Carried. 21. The City Council considered the applications for reappointment to the Environmental Quality Commission of Beth Jarvis, Janice Jorgens, Scott Linge, and David Luebke for three-year terms expiring December 31, 2003. Moved by Council Member Joseyn and seconded by Council Member Krueger to reappoint Beth Jarvis, 4513 Xenia Ave N; Janice Jorgens, 4400 Louisiana Ave N; Scott Linge, 4400 Louisiana Ave N; and David Luebke, 3206 Florida Ave N to the Environmental Quality Commission for a three-year terms expiring December 31, 2003. Motion Carried. 22. The City Council considered changing regular Council meeting dates in 2001 where conflicts occur. (Conflicts: August 7 -- National Night Out; September 17 thru 19 — Rosh HaShanah; October 1 thru 3 — Sukkot; November 6 — General Election Day; and January 1, 2002 — New Year's Day) Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to change City Council meeting dates in the year 2001 as follows: August 7 to August 6 , September 18 to September 25 ; October 2 to October 9 ; October 16 to October 23 ; and November 6 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. start time; and January 1, 2002 to January 2, 2002. Motion Carried. Council Agenda 296 January 2, 2001 INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Council Meeting date for July 3, 2001 could possibly change to July 2"d or 5`h and will be reviewed. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m. ATTEST: Janet Lewis, City Clerk 11 Work Session January 2, 2001 297 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:40 p.m., January 2, 2001, at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; Angela Nalezny, HR Manager; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. 1. The City Council discussed updates on neighborhood activities; and 2. The City Council discussed participation in the CR 81 Corridor Focus Group. The work session adjourned at 8:32 p.m. 1 ATTEST: Anne Norris, City Managex- Pete Meintsma, 1 Special Meeting Agenda 298 January 16, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the mamier prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the closed Special Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:36 p.m. on January 16, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander. Staff members present were: Anne Norris and Angela Nalezny, Assistant City Manager. 1. The City Council discussed updates on labor negotiations. The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m. ATTEST: Anne Norris, City Manager Vol Pete Meintsma 7,.. Council Agenda 299 January 16, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on January 16, 2001, at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Angela Nalezny, Assistant City Manager; Harry Algyer, Chief of Police; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk; absent: Steve Bubul, City Attorney. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor performed the Swearing in Ceremony: ♦ Administration of Oaths of Office for new Police Officers Jerry Krob, Justin Tourville, and Jessica Smith; and ♦ Administration of Affirmation of Office for officers. The City Council considered the minutes of the regular council meeting and the work session of January 2, 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the minutes of the regular council meeting and the work session of January 2, 2001. Motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 as submitted by the Finance Director to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the Finance Director. 3. Approval of Resolution 2001-03 for PIR expenditures relating to one headset and stand for the switchboard at City Hall. 4. Approval of Resolution 2001-04 for PIR expenditures relating to a floor scrubber for the Community Center. 5. Approval of Resolution 2001-05 for PIR expenditures to purchase and install new rest room partitions at the municipal pool. 6. Approval of Resolution 2001-06 from Police Equipment Revolving Fund for the purchase of four police vehicles. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Council Agenda 300 January 16, 2001 OPEN FORUM Robert Bellos appeared and was heard. REGULAR AGENDA 1. The City Council considered approving the updated 2001-2002 Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local 44 (Police Officers) Labor Agreement. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the 2001-2002 Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local 44 Labor Agreement. Motion carried. INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Anne Norris reminded everyone that January 25, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. is Parents' Night for the Police Explorers Post. Everyone is welcome! Council Member Grimes asked that the Council look at their calendars for the Fourth of July week. A decision should be made to determine what day Council will meet in July. Monday, July 2, 2001? Or change the Tuesday meetings to July 10, 2001 and July 24, 2001? The City Clerk will add this item to the regular agenda for the February 6, 2001 council meeting. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adj ourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m. Pete Meintsma, Ma t"'" ATTEST: Jane Lewis, City Clerk 1 LJ Work Session Agenda 301 January 16, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:25 p.m. on January 16, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander. Staff members present were: Anne Norris; City Manager and Harry Algyer, Chief of Police. 1. Discussed topics and dates for upcoming work sessions. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. ATTEST: Anne Norris, City Manager Me- $Qwx� .• Council Agenda 302 February 6, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on February 6, 2001, at 7:00 p.m., 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander; absent Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Angela Nalezny, Assistant City Manager; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; and Steve Bubul, City Attorney. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor proclaimed February 2001 as "We Care About Kids Month " in the City of Crystal. The City Council considered the minutes of the regular council meeting, the closed executive session and the work session of January 16, 2001. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the minutes of the regular council meeting, the closed executive session and the work session of January 16, 2001. Motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 as submitted by the Finance Director to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the Finance Director. 3. Approval of Resolution 2001-07 for PIR expenditure for the replacement of two audio-visual screens at the Crystal Community Center. 4. Approval of Resolution 2001-08 for PIR expenditure for a second switchboard headset and amplifier. 5. Approval of Resolution 2001-09 for PIR expenditure of a Street Department one-half ton pick-up. 6. Approval of Resolution 2001-10 for disbursement of charitable gambling funds for repair and equipping a Police Explorers vehicle. 7. Approval of Resolution 2001-11 for PIR expenditures relating to the purchase of one printer and one computer. 8. Set 7:00 p.m. May 1, 2001, as the date and time for the 2001 Local Board of Review. Council Agenda 303 February 6, 2001 Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. No one appeared OPEN FORUM REGULAR AGENDA 1. The City Council considered the applications for reappointment to the Human Rights Commission of Diane Bolter, 3225 Yates Ave; and Emeric Pratt, 3540 Jersey Ave N, for three-year terms expiring December 31, 2003. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the re -appointment to the Human Rights Commission of Diane Bolter, 3225 Yates Ave N; and Emeric Pratt, 3540 Jersey Ave N, for three year terms expiring December 31, 2003 Motion carried. 2. The City Council considered the applications for reappointment to the Parks & Recreation Commission of Lynn Haney, 4528 Brunswick Ave N; Thomas Jungroth, 5536 Xenia Ave N; and William Ayshford, JR, 3416 Major Ave N for three-year terms expiring December 31, 2003. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the re -appointment to the Parks & Recreation Commission of Lynn Haney, 4528 Brunswick Ave N; Thomas Jungroth, 5536 Xenia Ave N; and William Ayshford, JR, 3416 Major Ave N, for three year terms expiring December 31, 2003 Motion carried. 3. The City Council considered a resolution requesting 20 -MPH school speed zone on Medicine Lake Road (County Road 70) at Neill Elementary School. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-12 A RESOLUTION REQUESTING 20 — MPH SCHOOL SPEED ZONE ON MEDICINE LAKE ROAD (COUNTY ROAD 70) Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Council Agenda 304 February 6, 2001 Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The City Council considered a resolution approving delegated contract process with MnDOT for the design and construction of Highway 100 pedestrian bridge at Bassett Creek, Project No. 2000-12. 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. 2001-13 A RESOLUTION APPROVING DELEGATED CONTRACT PROCESS WITH MNDOT FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF HIGHWAY 100 PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE AT BASSETT CREEK, PROJECT NO. 2000-12 Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The City Council considered a resolution approving Kevitt Excavating Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) Wetland Replacement Plan Application. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-14 A RESOLUTION APPROVING KEVITT EXCAVATING WETLAND CONSERVATION ACT (WCA) WETLAND REPLACEMENT PLAN APPLICATION Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The City Council considered a resolution approving North Lions Park Wetland Mitigation Project No. 2000-13. Council Agenda 305 February 6, 2001 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. 2001-15 A RESOLUTION APPROVING NORTH LIONS PARK WETLAND MITIGATION PROJECT NO. 2000-13 Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. The City Council discussed changing the regular council meeting dates in July where conflicts occur. (Changing July 3 to July 2, 5, or 10; and changing July 17 to 24) Motion was made to change to meeting date from July 3, 2001 to July 2, 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to change the regular meeting date in July from July 3 to July 2 where a conflict occurs. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. 6x-�'A E - P YZ � � � Pete Meintsma, Mayor ATTEST: Janet,tewis, City Clerk I I Closed Executive Meeting 306 February 6, 2001 CRYSTAL CITY COUNCIL Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the closed Executive Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:20 p.m. on February 6, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Assistant City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander; absent Joselyn. Staff members present were: Angela Nalezny, Assistant City Manager. The City Council discussed the performance for and gave evaluation on City Manager, Anne Norris. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. ATTEST: Angela Nal zny, Assistan it Manager Pete Meintsma,ayor Work Session Agenda 307 February 6, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:55 p.m., February 6, 2001, at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander; absent Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Janet Lewis, City Clerk; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. The City Council discussed repealing the annual sign licensing. The City Council discussed the annual Commission Appreciation Dinner. The date is set for March 15, 2001 at the Crystal Community Center. The City Council discussed the possibility of conducting a work session on February 20, 2001. The work session adjourned at 8:20 p.m. 1 ATTEST: Jan Lewis, City Clerk Pete Meintsma, Mayor Council Agenda 308 February 20, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on February 20, 2000 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander; and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; John Sutter, City Planner; Tim Johnson, Finance Director; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 1. The City Council considered the minutes of the regular City Council meeting, the closed executive session, and the work session of February 6, 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve, making the following exceptions: Correct the minutes from the February 6, 2001 Council Meeting to indicate that Council Member Joselyn did not vote due to absence. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 1. Approval of the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 as submitted by the Finance Director to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the Finance Director. 3. Approval of Resolution 2001-16 relating to PIR expenditure for expenses relating to the purchase of a CD RW Drive. 4. Approval of Resolution 2001-17 relating to PIR expenditure for new light fixtures at the Crystal Pool. 5. Approval to change the regular council meeting date in July from July 3 to July 2nd where a conflict occurs. 6. Approval of the appointment as the Assistant Weed Inspector for City Forester James Burks in the City of Crystal. 7. Approval of application and permit for a one day wine and beer license submitted by Town & Country Caterers, Inc. of 3155 Empire Lane in Plymouth MN to be held at the Crystal Community Center on March 15, 2001 (Annual Appreciation Dinner for commissions, task forces, police reserves, and staff). 8. Approval of Minnesota Lawful Gambling Application authorization for an exemption from lawful gambling license submitted by West Metro Struttin Zone to hold a raffle at the Knights of Columbus, 4947 West Broadway, Crystal MN 55429 on March 3, 2001. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPSWDMIMCouncil\,t7mutes20ol\mm 2-20-2001 doc 308 Council Agenda 309 February 20, 2001 Public Hearing It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, 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 2001. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: John Sutter gave a presentation. Julie Dansel spoke from the Greater MPLS Daycare Association. John Harper from the Resource Center for Fathers & Families spoke requesting funding for Adventures in Fathering Program. The Mayor declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION 2001-18 RESOLUTION APPROVING PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS FOR THE CITY OF CRYSTAL'S 2001 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE OF THE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Joselyn and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum No one appeared. Regular Agenda Items The City Council considered the new application for appointment to the Human Rights Commission of Jamie Moczynski, 8411 Northern Drive, for a three year term expiring December 31, 2003. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to appoint Jamie Moczynski, 8411 Northern Drive, to the Human Rights Commission for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2003. Motion carried. 2. The City Council considered the application for a private kennel license for Janetha Murphy - Porter and Ron Porter, 4901 Vera Cruz Ave N, Crystal MN 55429. \\CY_FSI\SYS\GROUPS\ADMIN\Councd\Mmutes2001\mm 2-20-2001 doc 309 Council Agenda 310 February 20, 2001 Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the private kennel license for Janetha Murphy -Porter and Ron Porter, 4901 Vera Cruz Ave N, Crystal MN 55429. Motion carried. The City Council considered the application for reappointment to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission of Guy Mueller, 2703 Brookridge Ave. N., for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2003. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to appoint Guy Mueller, 2703 Brookridge Ave. N., to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2003. Motion carried. 4. The City Council considered the first reading of an ordinance regulating the use of fertilizers containing phosphorous. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2001-02 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAWN FERTILIZER APPLICATION CONTROL; ADDING SECTION TO THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES. and further, that the second reading be held on March 20, 2001. Motion carried. 5. The City Council considered a resolution to approve plans and specifications, and order advertisement for bids on Project 4 2000-08 Phase 5 East Panhandle Street Reconstruction. 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. 2001-19 RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR PROJECT NO. 2000-08 Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Joselyn and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\ADMIN\CouncdUvlmutes2001\mm2-20-2001 doc 310 Council Agenda 311 February 20, 2001 6. The City Council considered revisions to a previously approved site plan submitted by Greg A. Bichler (applicant and owner) to construct a 3,498 square foot dental office on property located at 5231 and 5237 Douglas Drive North (P.I.D. 08-118-21-11-0003 and 08-118-21-11- 0084). Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission the revisions to the previously approved site plan submitted by Greg A. Bichler (applicant and owner) to construct a 3,498 square foot dental office on property located at 5231 and 5237 Douglas Drive North (P.I.D. 08-118-21-11-0003 and 08-118-21-11-0084) subject to the changes set by the Planning Commission at its February 12, 2001 meeting. Motion carried. 7. The City Council considered the first reading of an ordinance repealing the annual sign licensing provisions. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2001-03 AN ORDINANCE REPEALING PROVISIONS REQUIRING ANNUAL LICENSING OF SIGNS and further, that the second reading be held on March 6, 2001. Motion carried. The City Council considered approval of the employment contract with City Manager Anne Norris. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the employment contract with City Manager Anne Norris Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements Anne Norris reminded Council about: The State of the City Meeting with TwinWest on Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 7:30 a.m. The Commissions & Police Reserves Appreciation Dinner on March 15, 2001 Mayor Meintsma asked if any Council Members were attending the March 10" Conference in Washington D.C. \\CY_FSI\SYS\GROUPSWDMIN\CouncdVvimutes2001\mtn 2-20-2001 doc 311 n Council Agenda 312 February 20, 2001 Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m. ATTEST: Jaiiet Lewis, City Clerk \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\ADMIMCouncil\Mmuies2001\mm 2-20-2001 doc 312 1 Work session Agenda 313 February 20, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 8:44 p.m., February 20, 2001, at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The City Manager of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Thonander; and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; and Tim Johnson, Finance Director. Review financials for the Phase 5 Street Reconstruction Project. Consider adopting a special assessment interest rate for assessments relating to the Phase 5 Project. 2. Review financials for fiscal year 2000 including a synopsis of the fund balance for the General Fund. 3. Discuss goal-setting/strategic planning session. The work session adjourned at 9:40 p.m. ATTEST: Ja et Lewis, City Clerk Pete Meintsma, Mayor Council Agenda 314 March 6, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on March 6, 2001 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander; absent: Grimes. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; James Burks, City Forester; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council considered the minutes of the regular City Council meeting and the work session of February 20, 2001. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the regular City Council Meeting and the work session of February 20, 2001. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 1. Approval of the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 as submitted by the Finance Director to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the Finance Director. 3. Approval of the resignation from Sheila O'Brien, 3504 Douglas Drive, from the Human Rights Commission effective February 21, 2001. 4. Approval of Minnesota Lawful Gambling permit for exclusion from a lawful gambling license submitted by the Dan Olson of the Crystal Little League Program, 3145 Florida Ave N, Crystal, MN 55427, to hold a raffle at the VFW Post #494 on April 7, 2001. 5. Approval of Resolution 2001-21 calling for a public hearing to consider modifications to Development Project and Tax Increment Plan documents at the April 17, 2001 meeting. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Open Forum Joe Sears, 3301 Yates Ave N in Crystal appeared and was heard. Regular Agenda Items 1. 2000 Forestry Report and Tree Replacement Plan given by James Burks \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\ADNIIMCouncil\Minutes2o01\mm03-06-2001 doc 314 Council Agenda 315 March 6, 2001 2. The City Council considered the second reading of an ordinance repealing the annual sign licensing provisions. A. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following ordinance: B. ORDINANCE 2001-02 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SIGN LICENSES; REPEALING SUBSECTION 405.07, SUBDIVISION 4; AMENDING SUBSECTION 405.15, SUBDIVISION 1 AND SUBSECTION 405.17, SUBDIVISION 1 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion carried. C. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to publish the ordinance in summary form. Motion carried. 3. The City Council considered a resolution supporting the completion of Trunk Highway 610 in 2005-2010. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-22 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE COMPLETION OF TRUNK HIGHWAY 610 IN 2005 - 2010 Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Joselyn, and Thonander; absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. Consideration of a resolution authorizing and directing the condemnation of permanent and temporary easements for utility and drainage purposes. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\ADMIMCouncdUdinutes2001Mm03-06-2001 doc 315 1 Council Agenda 316 March 6, 2001 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-23 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CONDEMNATION OF PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY EASEMENTS FOR UTILITY AND DRAINAGE PURPOSES Noting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Joselyn, and Thonander; absent, not voting: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements Anne Norris reminded everyone about the following events and dates: March 8, 2001 Human Rights sponsored event March 12, 2001 DARE Graduation at St. Raphael's School March 15, 2001 Commission and Police Reserve Appreciation Dinner March 31, 2001 Legislative Breakfast Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m. ATTEST: Jan/Lew- an Lewis, City Clerk \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\ADMIN\Councd\Minutes2001\mm03-06-2001 doc Motion Carried. R E LL - 7-n�po .. . • 316 Council Agenda March 20, 2001 -317- Pursuant 317 - Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on March 20, 2001 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, and Thonander; absent: Meintsma and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; John Sutter, City Planner; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor Pro Tem led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor Pro Tem acknowledged the donation of $4,000.00 from the VFW Post 494 to be used for "Safety Camp" and "Becker Park Arts in the Park." The City Council considered the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of March 6, 2001. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the regular City Council Meeting of March 6, 2001. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 1. Approval of the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 as submitted by the Finance Director to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the Finance Director. 3. Approval of the Minnesota Lawful Gambling exempt permit application from a lawful gambling license submitted by Steven Vacinek of the Ducks Unlimited Inc., 1217 Pecks Woods Drive, New Brighton MN 55112, to hold a raffle at the Knights of Columbus at 4947 West Broadway in Crystal on April 29, 2001. 4. Adopt Resolution No. 2001-24 approving PIR expenditures for expenses relating to the purchase of memory for our server. Adopt Resolution 2001-25 approving PIR expenditures for expenses relating to the purchase of monitors. 6. Approval of the request from the Park and Recreation Department to spend $1,200 from the Charitable Gambling Fund - Becker Arts & Entertainment Account for the purpose of sandblasting and painting the Becker Park concert benches. 7. Adopt Resolution No. 2001-26 approving PIR expenditure for municipal pool building upgrade and ADA remodeling. 8. Approve authorization to issue a sign permit for a 4'-10" x 2'-10" free standing sign to be installed at Latter Day Saints Church at 2801 Douglas Drive. Council Agenda March 20, 2001 -318- 9. 318-9. Approval of the appointments of Tony Kamp and John Sutter to the County Road 81 Community Advisory Committee for Transportation and Economic Studies. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearing It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Pro Tem Garry Grimes declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider approving the proposed use of the Local Law Enforcement Grant Funds in the amount of $18,054. The Mayor Pro Tem asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: No one appeared. The Mayor Pro Tem declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-27 RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPENDITURE FOR LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS (FEDERAL GRANT LOCAL MATCH MONIES) Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, and Thonander; absent, not voting:. Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum Diane and Rosie Boelke of 3401 Regent Ave N spoke and were heard. Council Agenda March 20, 2001 -319- Regular 319 - Regular Agenda Items 1. The City Council considered the second reading of an ordinance regulating the use of fertilizers containing phosphorous. Beth Jarvis of the Environmental Quality Commission introduced Mr. Bob Macus from the University of Minnesota. A. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to continue the discussion of the following ordinance at the April 3, 2001 Council Meeting: ORDINANCE NO. 2001-03 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAWN FERTILIZER APPLICATION CONTROL; ADDING SECTION 665 TO THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES. Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, and Thonander; absent, not voting:. Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried. 2. The City Council considered Application 2001-1 for a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review at 3335 Pennsylvania Avenue North (P.I.D. 20-118-21-23-0009) submitted by Kevitt Excavating (applicant) and Scott V. Kevitt (owner) to expand the existing materials storage and equipment parking areas. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission the Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review at 3335 Pennsylvania Avenue North (P.I.D. 20-118-21-23-0009) submitted by Kevitt Excavating (applicant) and Scott V. Kevitt (owner) to expand the existing materials storage and equipment parking areas on property zoned 1-2 Heavy Industrial subject to the conditions set by the Planning Commission at its March 12, 2001 meeting. Motion carried. 3. The City Council considered a resolution approving Year 2001 Forestry Department contracts for tree removal and tree pruning. 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. 2001-28 RESOLUTION APPROVING YEAR 2001 FORESTRY DEPARTMENT CONTRACTS FOR TREE REMOVAL AND TREE TRIMMING Council Agenda March 20, 2001 -320- Voting 320 - Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, and Thonander; absent, not voting:. Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The City Council considered a resolution approving PIR expenditure for purchase and installation of replacement playground equipment at Valley Place Park. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-29 RESOLUTION APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF RELACEMENT PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT VALLEY PLACE PARK Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, and Thonander; absent, not voting:. Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Updates and detour information from City Engineer Tom Mathisen for the Highway 100 Project. 6. The City Council considered a resolution adopting a special assessment interest rate policy and establishing the interest rate for 2001. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-30 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT INTEREST RATE POLICY AND ESTABLISHING THE INTEREST RATE FOR 2001 Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, and Thonander; absent, not voting:. Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The City Council considered two resolutions, which would A) order a public hearing on the proposed assessment and B) declare the cost to be assessed and order preparation of proposed assessment. Council Agenda March 20, 2001 -321- A. 321- A. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-31 RESOLUTION ORDERING THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT, PHASE 5 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, and Thonander; absent, not voting:. Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-32 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, and Thonander; absent, not voting:. Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The City Council considered two resolutions authorizing and directing condemnation of permanent and temporary easements for drainage and utility purposes A. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution approving the condemnation of private property for public purpose at 5217 34`" Place North, Phase 5 Street Reconstruction Project, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-33 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CONDEMNATION OF PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY EASEMENTS FOR UTILITY AND DRAINAGE PURPOSES (5217 34`h Place North) Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, and Thonander; absent, not voting:. Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Council Agenda March 20, 2001 -322- B. 322- B. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution approving the condemnation of private property for public purpose at 3401 Regent Ave North, Phase 5 Street Reconstruction Project, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-34 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CONDEMNATION OF PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY EASEMENTS FOR UTILITY AND DRAINAGE PURPOSES (3401 Regent Ave N) Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, and Thonander; absent, not voting:. Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements • Discussion about a work session before the April 3, 2001 Council Meeting. • Reminder about the Park & Recreation Commission Meeting on Wed., March 27, 2001. • Reminder that there are two commission interviews on March 29, 2001 at 6:30 and 6:45 p.m. • Reminder that the Hagemeister Pond Preserve Open House is on March 29, 2001 from 4:00- 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room. • Reminder of the northwest communities Legislative Meeting hosted by Mayor Meintsma and Mayor Anderson on Saturday, March 31, at 9:00 a.m. in the Community Room. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. d f- , rry Gni es, kfayor Pro Tem ATTEST: Jaifet Lewis, City Clerk Work Session Agenda April 3, 2001 -323- Pursuant 323 -Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:30 p.m. on April 3, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The topics for discussion were: 1. Land Survey Overview and Findings; 2. Staff Report: Direction from the City Council on Range of Options for the Twin Lake property planning process, timeline, and procedure; 3. City Council Discussion The Work Session adjourned at 6:56 p.m. ATTEST: Janet ewis, City Clerk \\CY FS1\SYS\GROUPSWDMIN\Council\Minutes2001\min4-3-2001ws.doc i Council Agenda April 3, 2001 -324- Pursuant 324 - Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on April 3, 2001 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; Angela Nalezny, Assistant City Manager; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor gave recognition and awards to the Human Rights Commission Members for their contribution in sponsoring the workshop "Welcoming New Immigrants and Refugees." The Mayor recognized entries in the regional Human Rights Art Contest, which are posted on the wall behind the Council table; the Crystal Human Rights Commission is one sponsor of this activity. 1. The City Council considered the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of March 20, 2001. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the regular City Council Meeting of March 20, 2001. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 1. Approval of the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 as submitted by the Finance Director to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the Finance Director. 3. Receive the resignation of Tom Ferring, 4720 Georgia Ave N, from the Employee Review Board effective March 20, 2001. 4. Receive the resignation of Beth Jarvis, 4513 Xenia Ave N, from the Environmental Quality Commission effective March 23, 2001. 5. Approval of a Transient Merchant License from Thomas Fugate d.b.a. Rose Express, 1260 10" Ave SE, Cambridge MN 55008 to sell fresh flowers and plants on April 13 — April 15 and May 11 — 13, 2001 at 1) the Gold Eagle Cleaners, 6924 Bass Lake Road and 2) Jiffy Lube, 5273 West Broadway. 6. Approval of a Transient Merchant License from Joseph and Anthony Saba d.b.a. Saba Flowers, 601 Highway 10 NE, Blaine MN 55434 to sell fresh flowers on April 13 — April 15 and May 11 — 13, 2001 at the corner of 36" Ave and Douglas Drive. 7. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer from Max Phueng Sautha, 6324 31st Ave N, for a wedding to be held at the Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Drive N, on May 19, 2001. \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPSWDMIMCouncd\Mmutes2001\mm4-3-2001 doc 324 Council Agenda April 3, 2001 -325 - 8. Adopt Resolution 2001-35 approving PIR expenditure for the purchase of TV/VCRs for the Crystal Community Center. 9. Adopt Resolution 2001-36 approving PIR expenditure for the purchase of a new vacuum and bags for City Hall. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Open Forum No one appeared. Regular Agenda Items Consideration of the appointment of Vicky Arbogast, 5553 Yates Ave N to the Human Rights Commission for an unexpired term, which expires December 31, 2001. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the appointment of Vicky Arbogast, 5553 Yates Ave N to the Human Rights Commission for an unexpired term, which expires December 31, 2001. Motion carried. 2. Consideration of the reappointment of Les Renschler, 3009 Hampshire Ave N, to the Employee Review Board for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2003. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the reappointment of Les Renschler, 3009 Hampshire Ave N, to the Employee Review Board for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2003. Motion carried. 3. The City Council considered the second reading of an ordinance regulating the use of fertilizers containing phosphorous. A. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 2001-03 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAWN FERTILIZER APPLICATION CONTROL; ADDING SECTION 665 TO THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES and further, that this is the second and final reading. By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried. \\CY_FSI\SYS\GROUPS\ADMIMCouncd\Mmutes2001\mm4-3-2001 doc 325 Council Agenda April 3, 2001 -326- B. 326- B. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to publish the ordinance in summary form. By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements • The Council would like to meet with Assessor Tamara DoLittle on April 17, 2001 before the Council Meeting to prepare for the May 1, 2001 Board of Review Meeting. Council requested a booklet from the County on this subject. • Anne Norris reminded everyone about the Remodeling Fair on Saturday, April 7, 2001 at CCC. • West Broadway detour will begin on Friday, April 6, 2001. • Inquiry was made about the City Tour. • The question was asked about the need to proceed with any of the approved condemnations associated with the utility easements for the Phase 5 Reconstruction Project. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m. ATTEST: D Jan ewis, City Clerk \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPSWDNIIN\Councd\bhnutes2001\mm4-3-2001 doc 326 Work Session April 3, 2001 -327— Pursuant 327— Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:30 p.m. on April 3, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Tim Johnson, Finance Director; Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; and Angela Nalezny, Assistant City Manager. The following topics were discussed: 1. Discuss proposed financial policies for the PIR, Police Equipment Revolving & Utility Funds; 2. Discuss proposed policy and procedures relating to City contractual services for nonprofit organizations; 3. Discuss goal-setting/team building meeting; Possible dates are 4/26 and 5/3. 4, Review Public Works video; 5. Discuss possible ordinance change to allow liquor licensed restaurants/clubs the ability to serve alcohol on Sundays beginning at 10:00 a.m. instead of 12:00 Noon.; Proceed with the change. 6. Discuss ordering business cards for Council Members. Order for all but Garry Grimes and Ed Thonander. The work session adjourned at 8:55 p.m. �►�I ,aur/iJ��l��l ATTEST: 0204-4�-- Jane ewis, City Clerk \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\ADMIN\Council\Minutes2001\min4-3-2001wsldoc Council Work Session Agenda April 17, 2001 328 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:30 p.m. on April 17, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tamara Doolittle, Hennepin County Assessor; Larry Miller, Hennepin County Assessor; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Council received a presentation from the Hennepin County Assessors and reviewed the estimated market value and classification for the 2001 assessment for Crystal in preparation for the Board of Review Meeting on May 1, 2001. The work session adjourned at 6:47 p.m. Pete Meintsma, Mayor ATTEST: Jana Lewis, City Clerk Council Agenda April 17, 2001 -329- Pursuant 329 - Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on April 17, 2001 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; John Sutter, City Planner; Tim Johnson, Finance Director; Rebecca Brown, Code Enforcement Coordinator; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor acknowledged the following donations: A Digital Camera and Accessories valued at $1,000.00 from Bill Gentry for the Park & Recreation Department; and $1,000.00 from Midwest Coca-Cola for community events. 1. The City Council considered minutes of the regular Council Meeting and the work sessions of April 3, 2001. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the minutes of the regular City Council Meeting and the work sessions of April 3, 2001. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 1. Approval of the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 as submitted by the Finance Director to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the Finance Director. 3. Approval of a Special Permit to use, consume, and display wine and beer from Kieng Kham Inthisone, 4149 Colorado Ave N, for a wedding to be held at the Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Drive N, on May 5, 2001. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. I t, 01TSIAUAIIMC.—A Nj,. 2001-4-1].3001 d.c 329 Council Agenda April 17, 2001 Public Hearings -330- 1. 330- 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider approving the proposed assessments for 2001 Project 2000-8 Phase 5 East Panhandle Street Reconstruction. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: Sara & Jeff Owens, 3516 Perry Ave N., spoke and were heard (submitted a letter also) Joseph White, 3556 Perry Ave N., spoke and was heard (submitted a letter also) Richard Engelhardt, 3523 Kyle Ave N., spoke and was heard (submitted a letter also) Michael Weaver, 3439 Lee Ave N., spoke and was heard (submitted a letter also; includes Melissa Weaver) Michael Gerhard, 3452 Kyle Ave N., spoke and was heard (submitted a letter also) Mike Selvig, 4617 — 36" Ave N., spoke and was heard. Jacob Sorem, 3429 Kyle Ave N., spoke and was heard. Dale Bartholomew, 3524 Lee Ave N., spoke and was heard. James McLaughlin, 3404 Kyle Ave N., spoke and was heard. Anne Cook, 3433 Kyle Ave N., spoke and was heard. Sharon Haldeman, 3452 Kyle Ave N., spoke and was heard. A letter was submitted by Mr. John Knoff, 3549 Orchard Ave N A letter was submitted by Mr. Robert Rotz, 3528 Lee Ave N A petition was submitted by Sara Ownes, 3516 Perry Ave with 60 residents' names from the proposed assessment area. A letter was submitted by Huyen-Chau Tran & Quoc Luu, 3513 Kyle Ave N The Mayor declared the public hearing closed. A. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-37 RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT ROLL PROJECT #2000-08 PHASE 5 EAST PANHANDLE STREET RECONSTRUCTION By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4 ROUPSIADMIAC.—IM-1-01...4-I]-3001 dig. 330 G Council Agenda April 17, 2001 -331- B. 331- B. 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. 2001-38 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR PROJECT #2000-08 PHASE 5 EAST PANHANDLE STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Council Member Grimes initiated a short recess, which was seconded by Mayor Meintsma. Voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. 2. It being 1:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider approving the modified redevelopment plan for Redevelopment Project No. 1; and the modified tax increment financing plans for Tax Increment Financing Districts Number 1. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: No one appeared. The Mayor declared the public hearing closed. A. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to remove the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001 - RESOLUTION MODIFYING THE REDEVOPMENT PLAN FOR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 1 TO REFLECT INCREASED PROJECT COSTS TO BE UNDERTAKEN THEREIN AND MODIFYING THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. I TO REFLECT INCREASED PROJECT COSTS WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 1 1 4RDUPS ADMIN C.—d Afinutc Ml...4-1)-M] d- 331 Council Agenda April 17, 2001 -332- B. 332- B. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-39 RESOLUTION MODIFIYING THE REDEVOPMENT PLAN FOR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 1 AND MODIFYING THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 1 TO REFLECT INCREASED PROJECT COSTS TO BE UNDERTAKEN By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum No one appeared. Regular Agenda The City Council discussed the sidewalk on Vera Cruz Ave north of 36`h Ave. No changes were made. James Truax, 3717 Vera Cruz Ave N., spoke and was heard (submitted a petition with six residents' names and addresses) 2. The City Council considered Application 2001-2 for Lot Division, including (A) Resolution 2001- 40 to Vacate of a portion of a street turn -around easement for 51" Place North; (B) Resolution 2001-41 approving lot division that includes a Variance from the minimum lot area requirement and a Variance from the minimum front yard setback requirement, to allow the creation of a second residential lot on an existing double frontage lot located at 6828 Corvallis Avenue North (P.I.D. 08-118-21-13-0041). Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve, as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission at its April 9, 2001 meeting Application 2001-2 for Lot Division, including Vacation of a portion of a street turn -around easement, a Variance from the minimum lot area requirement and a Variance from the minimum front yard setback requirement, to allow the creation of a second residential lot on an existing double frontage lot located at 6828 Corvallis Avenue North (P.I.D. 08-118-21-13-0041) submitted by owners Ronald & Janene Irwin. Motion carried. k 6ROITPS AUMIMC.1-1 Nfi a .Ml...4-1]-2001 da. 332 Council Agenda April 17, 2001 -333 - A. 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. 2001-40 RESOLUTION VACATING A PORTION OF A STREET TURN AROUND EASEMENT FOR 51 ST PLACE NORTH IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B. 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. 2001-41 RESOLUTION APPROVING LOT DIVISION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6828 CORVALLIS AVE NORTH By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-42 ordering a public hearing for assessing delinquent utility bills and other miscellaneous city charges. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-42 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE AMOUNT TO BE ASSESSED, ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF AN ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND SETTING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING FOR 2001 DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. I GROITPS41)h11NCu—lAfinu-30 )-4-193001 du. 333 Council Agenda April 17, 2001 -334- 4. 334- 4. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-43 approving an investment agreement between West Metro Fire Rescue District, the City of New Hope, and the City of Crystal. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-43 RESOLUTION APPROVING AN INVESTMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE WEST METRO FIRE DISTRICT, THE CITY OF NEW HOPE, AND THE CITY OF CRYSTAL By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-44 approving the policy and procedure relating to nonprofit organization's funding requests. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-44 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE POLICY AND PROCEDURE RELATING TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION'S FUNDING REQUESTS By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-45 approving the capital improvement financial policies for the Permanent Improvement Revolving, Police Department Equipment Revolving and Utility Funds. P --Ps , OWN C....ff --Ml ---M— 334 Council Agenda April 17, 2001 -335 - Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-45 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FINANCIAL POLICIES FOR THE PERMANENT IMPROVEMENT REVOLVING, POLICE DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT REVOLVING AND UTILITY FUNDS By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The City Council considered establishing meeting dates for 2002 budget work sessions. Dates agreed upon were August 9" and 23" 8. The City Council discussed the council compensation review process. The Financial Advisory Commission will research council compensation with cities similar size to Crystal. 9. The City Council considered receiving the Seal Coat Feasibility Report and ordering a public hearing for the 2001 Seal Coat Project. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-46 RESOLUTION RECEIVING SEAL COAT FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE IMPROVEMENT By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 10. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-47 denying Application 2001-3 for Preliminary Plat of Crystal Town Center. 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: FoR01TSADN11NC.,-1Nfi—,2001mm4-17-2001 do. 335 Council Agenda April 17, 2001 -336- RESOLUTION 336 -RESOLUTION NO.2001-47 RESOLUTION DENYING APPLICATION 2001-3 REQUESTING APPROVAL OF A PRELIMINARY PLAT AND FINAL PLAT FOR CRYSTAL TOWN CENTER By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements The City Council discussed possible dates for the Annual City Tour and agreed on May 171" Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:52 p.m. Pete Meintsma,ayor "� ATTEST: Janelt1.ewis, City Clerk 4 G—PSADWN'C..—I,Al.—.1001mm4-11-2001 do. 336 Board of Review May 1, 2001 337 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Board of Review Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:00 p.m., May 1, 2001, at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, and Thonander. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, Public Works Director; John Sutter, City Planner; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council held the Local Board of Review Meeting to discuss the assessment rolls for 2001. Larry Miller and Alan Koole from the Hennepin County Assessor's Office were present to answer questions. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the project. Those appearing and heard were: Max Williams, 3824 Idaho Ave N. Dennis Walsh from PTK Properties, 5701 Kentucky Ave N. R. G. F. Reund, 3034 Jersey Ave N. The Mayor declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the 2001 assessment rolls as presented by the county assessor. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the Local Board of Review Meeting. Motion carried. The Board of Review adjourned at 7:26 p.m. r%.W.V-,!i.. ATTEST: JaneOlewis, City Clerk Council Agenda May 1, 2001 Page 338 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on May 1, 2001 at 7:26 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. Roll call was conducted at the Board of Review meeting at 7:00 p.m. Council Members present were Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, and Thonander. Staff members present were Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, Public Works Director; John Sutter, City Planner; John Hill, Water & Sewer Superintendent; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor proclaimed that May 5, 2001 is Arbor Day in the City of Crystal. The Mayor proclaimed that May 13 — 19, 2001 is Police Week and May 15, 2001 is Peace Officer Memorial Day. 1. The City Council considered minutes of the regular Council Meeting and the work session of April 17, 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the minutes of the regular City Council Meeting and the work session of April 17, 2001. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 1. Approval of the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 as submitted by the Finance Director to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the Finance Director. 3. Accept the resignation of Linda Bloom, 4324 Adair Ave N, from the Financial Advisory Commission effective April 13, 2001. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearings 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider vacating a portion of a street turn -around easement for 51" Place North. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: No one appeared. The Mayor declared the public hearing closed. FGR0(TPS,AGMWC... cd&1,n .20 —.5-1-3001 d. 338 Council Agenda May 1, 2001 Page 339 Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-48 RESOLUTION VACATING A PORTION OF A STREET TURN -AROUND EASEMENT FOR 51 IT PLACE NORTH IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. ®pen Forum Mr. Kenneth Mastrian, 6720 Dudley Ave N, submitted a letter. Regular Agenda 1. The City Council received an update on the recent flooding and sanitary sewer back-ups occurring on April 20 — 23, 2001 from Public Works Director Tom Mathisen and Water & Sewer Superintendent John Hill. Stacy Marek of 3242 Brunswick Ave N. spoke and was heard on this matter. Janet Hamilton of 3200 Zane Ave N. spoke and was heard on this matter. Peggy and Steve Hamlin of 3254 Brunswick Ave N. spoke and were heard on this matter. Jim Lund of 3210 Adair Ave N. spoke and was heard on this matter. Robert Bender of 3248 Brunswick Ave N. spoke and was heard on this matter. Karen Looft of 3265 Adair Ave N. spoke and was heard on this matter. R. G. F. Reund of 3034 Jersey Ave N. spoke and was heard on this matter. 2. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-49 approving the purchase of a line sprayer for the Parks Department. 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. 2001-49 RESOLUTION APPROVING PURCHASE OF A LINE SPRAYER FOR THE PARKS DEPARTMENT Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. F GROt'" ADMIN\C.—d du, 339 1 GI Council Agenda May 1, 2001 Page 340 The City Council considered Resolution 2001-50 approving the purchase of a hydraulic jackhammer for the Streets Department. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-50 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A HYDRAULIC JACKHAMMER FOR THE STREET DEPARTMENT Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-51 awarding contract for Project # 2000-05 for the EVP and LED Design -Build Project. 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. 2001-51 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR PROJECT 2000-05 FOR THE EVP AND LED DESIGN -BUILD PROJECT Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes, Meintsma, Joselyn, and Thonander. I GROUPS'ADMINC,... 11 kfi.. 201 min5-1.2NI d- Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 340 Council Agenda May 1, 2001 Page 341 5. The City Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance relating to warrants for the inspection of property by Community Development staff. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2001 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO WARRANTS FOR THE INSPECTION OF PROPERTY; AUTHORIZING CITY STAFF TO APPLY FOR WARRANTS; AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTION 325.03 and further, that the second and final reading be held on May 15, 2001 Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements • Reminder that the 2001 League of MN Cities Annual Conference is scheduled for June 19 — 22 in Duluth. (Mayor Meintsma has registered thus far) • Reminder that there will be Executive Work Sessions held on May 3`d and 10" at Edinburgh USA from 5:00 — 9:00 p.m. • Reminder that the Annual City Tour will be held on May 17`h from 5:00 — 8:00 p.m. Please RSVP Trudy at 531-1131. Adjournment Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Pete Meintsma, Mayor ATTEST: Jarjt Lewis, City Clerk 1- 4ko UPS ADk1IN,C—" "'.—M, —5-1-2— do. 341 0 LJ I� Work Session minutes May 15, 2001 342 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:15 p.m. on May 15, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Daniel Greensweig, City Attorney; and Marilynn Corcoran, Hennepin Recycling Group Coordinator. The Council discussed future options for the HRG/Recycling Program. The work session adjourned at 6:55 p.m. ATTEST: Anne Norris, City Manager G7 zz; ��' r-4 0, T� � � � � Pete Meintsma, Mayor Council minutes May 15, 2001 343 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on May 15, 2001 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Daniel Greenswieg, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; Tim Johnson, Finance Director; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council considered the minutes of the Board of Review and regular Council Meeting of May 1, 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the minutes of the Board of Review and regular Council Meeting of May 1, 2001. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 1. Approval of the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. Approval of disbursements over $15,000 as submitted by the Finance Director to the City Council, a list of which is on file in the office of the Finance Director. 3. Accept the resignation of Jerry Pedlar from the West Metro Fire -District Board of Directors. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Bearings I . It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider a resolution adopting the assessment roll for 2001 delinquent accounts. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: No one appeared. The Mayor declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: ICY FS ISIS GROOPS""HN C--' M__n. —5.15-2001 dos 343 Council minutes May 15, 2001 344 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-52 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR 2001 DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will to consider the First Reading of an ordinance permitting Sunday Sales of intoxicating liquors for consumption on the premises between the hours of 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and 1:00 a.m. on Mondays for establishments that hold a license for Sunday sales. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: James Einfeldt-Brown, 5313 Hampshire Ave N appeared before the Council to express opposition to the proposed ordinance. The Mayor declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 200 1 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO INTOXICATING LIQUOR; AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTIONS 1200.37 AND 1200.43 THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES. and further, that the second reading be held on June 5, 2001. Motion carried. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider a resolution ordering the 2001 Seal Coat Project and ad for bids on Improvement Project No. 2001-01. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were. Dave Elsbury, 5937 Jersey Ave N appeared before the Council. The Mayor declared the public hearing closed. ,- ISI %N SPGR L- ADMIN L.—I hft. .3001 ...5-153001 dna, 344 1 Council minutes May 15, 2001 345 Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-53 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING IMPROVEMENT ON PROJECT NO. 2001-01 SEALCOAT Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. ®pen Forum No one appeared during Open Forum. Regular Agenda The City Council considered Resolution 2001-54 approving implementation of short and long- term work plans and solicitation of consultant proposals to correct sewer back-up problems. Elizabeth Hicks, 3833 Brunswick Ave N appeared before the Council. Stacey Marek, 3242 Brunswick Ave N appeared before the Council. Steve, 3833 Adair Ave N appeared before the Council. Dave Elsbury, 5937 Jersey Ave N appeared before the Council. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-54 RESOLUTION APPROVING IMPLEMENTATION OF SHORT AND LONG TERM PLANS AND SOLICITATION OF CONSULTANT PROPOSALS TO CORRECT SEWER BACKUP PROBLEMS Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. 11-- IN I VR- _111N n5 -15- — Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 345 Council minutes May 15, 2001 346 2. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-55 providing for the issuance and sale of $1,260,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, series 2001A. John Sanders from Springstead Public Finance Advisors presented to the Council. 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. 2001-55 RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $1,260,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 2001A Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-56 awarding contract for materials testing services for the Phase 5 Street Reconstruction Project. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-56 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR PHASE 5 MATERIALS TESTING LABORATORY Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-57 awarding contract for a pavement management -rating consultant. HCl FSI$t$t.RUUPS AUMIN�Couneil Sf�nulevZW l'minS-IJ-IWI Joe 346 1 Council minutes May 15, 2001 347 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. 2001-57 A RESOLUTION APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM STREET RATING Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance relating to warrants for the inspection of property: Authorizing city staff to apply for warrants; amending Crystal City Code subsection 325.03. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 2001-04 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO WARRANTS FOR THE INSPECTION OF PROPERTY: AUTHORIZING CITY STAFF TO APPLY FOR WARRANTS; AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTION 325.03 and further, that this be the second and final reading Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried. 6. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-58 adopting the Joint and Cooperative Agreement for Use of Law Enforcement Personnel and Equipment effective July 1, 2001. 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: 11 — 515 4RU1)PS APNIINICo —1 T1-1,3001 mins-IS-3001 — 347 Council minutes May 15, 2001 348 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-58 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE JOINT AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR USE OF LAW ENFORCMENT PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT OF JULY 1, 2001 Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-59 appointing Philip Carruthers, 6018 Halifax Place, Brooklyn Center MN as the ninth member of the West Metro Fire Rescue Board of Directors for a two-year term expiring December 31, 2002. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-59 RESOLUTION APPOINTING PHILIP CARRUTHERS AS THE NINTH MEMBER OF THE JOINT FIRE DISTRICT'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements Reminder that the Annual City Tour is Thursday, May 17" from 5:00 — 8:00 p.m. Please RSVP Trudy Tassoni at 531-1131. C\ FSI�SI'S�GROI'PS\UAIINCouncilAl�nuks2001min5-I\-3WYdoc 348 L Council minutes May 15, 2001 349 Adjournment Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Pete Meintsma, ayor ATTEST: Jar�d Lewis, City Clerk ICI ISI ISI 9,GRGUPS,AD\IIN Council \ll..,e,20 11.1.5-15-2W I d.c 349 Second Work Session minutes May 15, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 8:40 p.m. on May 15, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Daniel Greensweig, City Attorney; Tim Johnson, Finance Director; and Tom Mathisen, City Engineer. The Council discussed the city infrastructure. The work session adjourned at 9:15 p.m. ATTEST: Anne Norris, City Manager Pete Meintsma, Mayor Council Minutes June 5, 2001 351 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on June 5, 2001 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, Meintsma and Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, City Engineer; Tim Johnson, Finance Director; John Sutter, City Planner; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor acknowledged the following donations made to Crystal's Entertainment in the Parks Program: Crystal VFW Post 494 West Metro Fire Kilmer Electric Company Mayer Electric Company Crystal Lions Club Boyd's Custom Cabinets Casting Technology Chalet Liquors Eggies El-Hy-Mec, Inc. Family Eye Care Center Plymouth Masonic Lodge, 4160 Red Rooster Auto Stores Steve O's Target Thrift -Way Supermarket Total $ 3,000 $ 1,500 500 200 200 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 gift certificate 25 gift certificate $ 6,425 1. The City Council considered the minutes of the two work sessions and regular Council Meeting of May 15, 2001. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the minutes of the two work sessions and regular Council Meeting of May 15, 2001. Motion carried. Consent Agenda 1. Approval of the list of license applications as 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 as 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 request from the Crystal Lions Club for authorization to have a public display of fireworks at Becker Park on Wednesday, July 4, 2001; and to close Bass Lake Road to 55`h Avenue during the display. I oRo Pr IununIc.... n nfi.mo 2m 1 -16 s.mm d., 351 Council Minutes June 5, 2001 352 4. Approval of a special use permit from the Crystal Lions Club for consumption and display of wine and beer at Becker Park on Wednesday, July 4, 2001 for the Fourth of July Celebration. 5. Approval of Resolution 2001-60 for the CIP expenditure to purchase a replacement pump for the South Lift Station #3 from the Sewer Utility Enterprise Fund. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Open Forum Elizabeth Hicks of 3833 Brunswick Ave N, submitted a letter and appeared before the Council to discuss the sewer back-up problems. Regular Agenda 1. The City Council considered the application of Bill Zanoni, 4000 Jersey Ave N, for appointment to the Employee Review Board for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2003. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the appointment of Bill Zanoni, 4000 Jersey Ave N to the Employee Review Board for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2003. Motion carried. 2. The City Council considered the private kennel license submitted by Susan Smith, 4515 Douglas Drive North. Susan Smith spoke regarding her application for a private kennel license. Per Mayor Meintsma's request, she agreed to clean up after the dogs on a daily basis as opposed to a weekly basis. Neighbors Lynette Ylinen of 6320 45" Ave N and Deb Miller of 4507 Douglas Drive spoke in favor of the private kennel license but with a three -dog limit attached to it. (The license allows for three to five animals.) Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the private kennel license submitted by Susan Smith at 4515 Douglas Drive N. Motion Carried. L h GROUPS \OAIIN C ... cd %1.....SW l,mm6-5-3001 Jo.. 352 Council Minutes June 5, 2001 353 3. The City Council received the presentation by Paul Paige from Hoisington-Koegler and considered the Master Plans of A) Hagemeister Pond Preserve and B) Bassett Creek Extension. Donald Scholz of 6516 40t" Ave N spoke in favor of the plans. Hagemeister Pond Preserve A) Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the Master plan for Hagemeister Pond Preserve Motion Carried. Bassett Creek Extension B) Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the Master Plan for Bassett Creek Extension. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council received the presentation by William Lauer of Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radosevich & Co., PA and accepted the 2000 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to accept the 2000 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-61 awarding the sale of $1,260,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, series 2001A. John Sanders from Springsted presented the bids received on June 5, 2001. He provided a bid tabulation handout with the winning bid awarded to Dain Rauscher Inc. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-61 RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF $1,260,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 2001A FIXING THEIR FORM AND SPECIFICATIONS; DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY; AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. I oaurry%DNUNc... 0Nh....mol-6-}auoiaa 353 Council Minutes June 5, 2001 354 6. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-62 approving a Preliminary and Final Plat of Crystal Town Center. Application submitted by Paster Enterprises (applicant) and Bass Lake Road Retail Associates (property owner). Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-62 RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF CRYSTAL TOWN CENTER Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The City Council considered Application 2001-5 for Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change the land use designation of 3148 Douglas Drive North (P.I.D. 21-118-21-32-0001) to Medium Density Residential. Application submitted by Al Stobbe Homes (applicant) and Stuart & Sandra Gale (property owner). Al Stobbe spoke requesting the Council waive part of the fee associated with the application process. Stuart E. Gale submitted a letter requesting another meeting with the Planning Commission. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to deny, as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission at its May 14, 2001 meeting Application 2001-5 for Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change the land use designation of 3148 Douglas Drive North (P.I.D. 21-118-21-32-0001) to Medium Density Residential. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to allow half the normal application fee to be waived for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment if the new application is received within 90 days. Motion carried. 8. The City Council considered Resolutions 2001-63 and 2001-64 approving expenditure of water utility enterprise retained earnings funds for water -main relocation. A) 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: I (,RI P%AD%IIN,Coun..1Afi—.2--.6-5-1(g1Jo. 354 J 11 Council Minutes June 5, 2001 355 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-63 RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPENDITURE OF WATER UTILITY ENTERPRISE RETAINED EARNINGS FUNDS FOR WATER MAIN RELOCATION Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B) 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. 2001-64 RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT NO. 81485 WITH MNDOT PROVIDING PAYMENT AND SHARED COSTS OF THE WATER MAIN CONSTRUCTION ALONG AND ADJACENT TO TRUNK HIGHWAY NO 100 AT THE 42ND AVE N INTERCHANGE Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 9. The City Council considered the application and Resolution 2001-65 to approve a Limited Use Permit for center pier with the Highway 100 Pedestrian Bridge. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-65 RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR PERMITTED CONSTRUCTION OF PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE CENTER PIER Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 10. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-66 approving a 20 -mph Speed Zone on Adair Ave N. at FAIR School. 1 -011.I—IN Cuun.d Alinu4v3001 min6-5-2f101 doc 355 Council Minutes June 5, 2001 356 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. 2001-66 RESOLUTION REQUESTING 20 -MPH SPEED ZONE ON ADAIR AVE N AT FAIR SCHOOL Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 11. The City Council considered the request for funds to pursue Cooperative Programs between cities and Independent School District 281. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the request for $3,000 in funds to pursue Cooperative Programs between cities and Independent School District 281. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council considered the request from the Crystal Airport Open House Committee for charitable gambling funds not to exceed $1,000 for bringing in static display aircraft. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the request for charitable gambling funds not to exceed $1,000 for bringing in static display aircraft. Motion Carried. 13. The City Council considered the request from Northwest Corridor Partnership to fund the Smart Growth Market and Demographic Analysis Project. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the request from Northwest Corridor Partnership for $5,194 to fund the Smart Growth Market and Demographic Analysis Project. Motion Carried. 14. The City Council considered proposed changes in Hennepin Recycling Group's recycling collection and possible expansion of services. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the proposed change in Hennepin Recycling Group's recycling collection of a citywide, one -sort collection service. Motion Carried. 1 -,d Almu1 2.1 mm6-S-1001 d- 356 Council Minutes June 5, 2001 357 15. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance relating to intoxicating liquors; amending Crystal City Code subsections 1200.37 and 1200.43. permitting Sunday Sales of intoxicating liquors for consumption on the premises between the hours of 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and 1:00 a.m. on Mondays for establishments that hold a license for Sunday sales. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 2001-05 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO INTOXICATING LIQUOR; AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTIONS 1200.37 AND 1200.43 and, further that this be the second and final reading. Motion carried. 16. The City Council considered the 2001-2002 Law Enforcement Labor Service Agreement for Local #56; Police Supervisors and Managers. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the 2001-2002 Law Enforcement Labor Service Agreement for Local #56; Police Supervisors and Managers. Motion Carried. 17. The City Council considered the application and Resolution 2001-67 to conduct lawful gambling at Becker Park, 6225 56`h Ave. on July 26 — 29, 2001 submitted by the Crystal Lions Club for the Crystal Frolics. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-67 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING; APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS (CRYSTAL LIONS CLUB) Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 18. The City Council considered the application and Resolution 2001-68 to conduct lawful gambling at Becker Park, 6225 — 56`" Ave on July 28, 2001 submitted by the Knights of Columbus #3656 for the Crystal Frolics. t -11111 A111 11 ...w M--.' --5-2.1 d- 357 Council Minutes June 5, 2001 358 Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-68 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING; APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS (KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS) Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Grimes, Joselyn, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements • City Manager Anne Norris announced that the AMM is recruiting applicants for volunteer opportunities. • Mayor Meintsma read a letter submitted by an anonymous writer. He encouraged individuals to include their name, address, and phone number on all correspondence to the city to assure that follow up work can be completed with the listed contact person. • City Manager Anne Norris reminded everyone about the Airport Open House on Sunday, June 17`h. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, ay - " ATTEST: Jap t Lewis, City Clerk 1 tiRW1'P\DAIIVCouncdsi..-2.1min6-5-]Wld- 358 r�' Council Minutes June 19, 2001 359 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on June 19, 2001 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Hoffmann, Thonander, and Joselyn; absent: Meintsma. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Harry Algyer, Chief of Police; John Sutter, City Planner; Richard Gautsch, Police Captain; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor Pro Tem led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor Pro Tem issued a proclamation regarding St. Raphael's 50`x' anniversary on July 1, 2001. 1. The City Council considered the minutes of the regular Council Meeting of June 5, 2001. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the minutes of the regular Council Meeting of June 5, 2001. 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 an application for an exempt permit to conduct lawful gambling (Bingo, raffles, and pull -tabs) submitted by St. Raphael's Church at 7301 Bass Lake Road on August 3, 4, and 5, 2001 for their annual church festival. 4. Acceptance of the resignation of Kate Steinhorst, 5500 Douglas Drive N., from the Financial Advisory Commission effective June 5, 2001. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the consent agenda but remove item # 2 and place on the regular agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearing It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, the Mayor Pro Tem declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider vacation of utility easement at 5269 West Broadway. Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider Application 2001-7 for Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review at Dunlo Motors, 5241 West Broadway and 5160 Douglas Drive. The Mayor Pro Tem asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: No one appeared. I ownm+ MANN c i <.x m - 6-19-2m d- 359 Council Minutes June 19, 2001 360 The Mayor Pro Tem declared the Public Hearing closed. 1) 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. 2001-69 RESOLUTION VACATING A PORTION OF A PLATTED UTILITY EASEMENT AT 5269 WEST BROADWAY IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Grimes, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2) 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 June 11, 2001 meeting Application 2001-7 for Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review on property zoned B-3 Auto -Oriented Commercial at 5241 West Broadway (PID 09-118-21-22-0048), 5269 West Broadway (PID 09-118-21-22-0041) and 5160 Douglas Drive North (PID 09-118-21-22- 0053). Application submitted by Dunlo Motors (applicant) and Noblin Limited Partnership (property owner). Motion carried. Open Forum No one appeared. Regular Agenda 1. Consideration of the application submitted by Myly McBride, 4833 Jersey Ave N, for appointment to the Environmental Quality Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2002. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the appointment of Myly McBride, 4833 Jersey Ave N, for appointment to the Environmental Quality Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 2002. Motion carried. f (,ItfH�YS AUAIIN (.-d Mm .O.I do. 360 Council Minutes June 19, 2001 361 2. Consideration and presentation of Resolution 2001-70 commending Captain Richard Gautsch for his dedication and 27 years of outstanding service to the Crystal Police Department. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-70 RESOLUTION COMMENDING CAPTAIN RICHARD W. GAUTSCH FOR HIS DEDICATION AND 27 YEARS OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Grimes, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. Consideration of Resolution 2001-71 to receive bids and award the contract for the 2001 Sealcoat Project No. 01-1 to the lowest bidder. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-71 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR SEALCOAT PROJECT # 200 1 -01 Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Grimes, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. Consideration of Resolution 2001-72 for the purchase of a Tack Tank for the Street Department to the lowest bidder. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: I I.RfJ-11)AIIN C--1 --2.I - 361 Council Minutes June 19, 2001 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-72 RESOLUTION APPROVING PURCHASE OF A TACK TANK FOR THE STREET DEPARTMENT Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Grimes, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. 362 Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. Consideration of setting initial appearance dates for liquor licensees who have failed compliance checks due to the illegal sale of alcohol to a minor. (Total: 6 businesses which are Cub Foods, VFW Post 494, Chalet Liquors, MGM Liquor Warehouse, Tin Alley Grill, and Timber Lodge Steakhouse.) Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve setting the initial appearance dates for liquor licensees who have failed compliance checks due to the illegal sale of alcohol to a minor. Name of Licensee Cub Foods VFW Post 494 Chalet Liquors MGM Liquor Warehouse Tin Alley Grill Timber Lodge Steakhouse Initial appearance date set July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 Motion carried. 6. Consideration of setting initial appearance dates for tobacco licensees who have failed compliance checks due to the illegal sale of tobacco to a minor. (Total: 11 businesses which are Adair Liquor, Thriftway, Crystal Liquors, Jack's Superette, Crystal SuperValu, Jerry's Wine & Spirits, Chalet Liquor, Shinders, Douglas Drive Service Center, Walgreens, and SuperAmerica store # 4052.) -O LTs k- UN C.—I %1..-12- -16-0— 362 1 LJ 1 Council Minutes June 19, 2001 363 Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve setting initial appearance dates for tobacco licensees who have failed compliance checks due to the illegal sale of tobacco to a minor. Name of Licensee Adair Liquor Thriftway Crystal Liquors Jack's Superette Crystal SuperValu Jerry's Wine & Spirits Chalet Liquors Shinders Douglas Drive Service Center Walgreens Super America Store #4052 Initial appearance slate set July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 July 17, 2001 Motion carried. 7. Consideration of Resolution 2001-73 permitting Hennepin County HRA to lend rehab money to the property located at 5101 — 56`h Ave N. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-73 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL REGARDING HENNEPIN COUNTY HRA' S AFFORDABLE HOUSING INCENTIVE FUND Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Grimes, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 1 6N01 N ADMIN Cuun.0 ...6-19-2001 Ju. 363 Council Minutes June 19, 2001 364 8. Consideration of Resolution 2001-74 Approving PIR expenditure for the repair of marquees at Becker Park and the Crystal Community Center. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-74 RESOLUTION APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR REPAIR OF MARQUEES AT BECKER PARK AND THE CRYSTAL COMMUNITY CENTER Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Grimes, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 9. Consideration of consent agenda item #2 for approval of disbursements over $15,000 submitted by the Finance Director. Council discussed the following questions around the disbursement of $17,000 from West Metro Fire Relief Association to the Crystal Frolics Committee: What is the Frolics Committee's fiscal year? Although the Frolics Committee has received their 501 C4 status, 'whey is the City still acting as "banker?" It was agreed that this would be the last year that the City will provide "banking services" to the Crystal Frolics Committee. It was also noted that the text under description on the Finance Director's memo to Council should be changed from West Metro Fire to West Metro Fire Relief Association. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the list of disbursements over $15,000 that was submitted by the Finance Director. Motion carried. 1 1-1111, -D -1-1d I mm6-194001 du. 364 Council Minutes June 19, 2001 365 Informal Discussion and Announcements City Manager Anne Norris reminded Council Members to either keep their alcohol and tobacco documentation or give it to City Clerk for the July 17, 2001 meeting. City Manager Anne Norris handed out some updated information on Phase 5 from City Engineer Tom Mathisen. Council discussed concerns about the need to move more quickly with civil penalties for tobacco and alcohol licensees who illegally sell to minors. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m. ATTEST: Jany Lewis, City Clerk 1 I L:N(............ Coun.�l Alinu4s3001 m�n6 19-3001 dn. ' �Z! arry Gr' es, Mayor Pro Tem 365 Council Minutes July 2, 2001 366 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on July 2, 2001 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Thonander, and Joselyn; absent Hoffmann. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; John Dean, City Attorney; Tom Mathisen, Public Works Director; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 1. The City Council considered the minutes of the regular Council Meeting of June 19, 2001. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the minutes of the regular Council Meeting of June 19, 2001 making the correction to a spelling error found on page 364. 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 an application to permit the use, consumption, and display of wine and/or beer at Basset Creek Park on July 8, 2001 submitted by Cynthia Bordas, 1370 Douglas Drive, Golden Valley, MN 55422. 4. Approval of a request from the Crystal Lions Club for authorization to have a public display of fireworks at Becker Park on July 27, 2001 and to close Bass Lake Road and Sherburne Ave. from Bass Lake Road to 55`" Ave during the fireworks for the Crystal Frolics. 5. Approval of a request from the Crystal Lions Club for authorization to have a parade on Sunday, July 29, 2001 from 1:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m. with a route beginning at West Broadway at Welcome Ave to Bass Lake Road, turning right, proceeding towards County Road 81 and ending just before the railroad tracks on Bass Lake Road for the Crystal Frolics. 6. Approval of a request from the Crystal Frolics Committee to operate a 3.2 Malt Liquor Stand at Becker Park, 5500 Bass Lake Road, on July 26 through 29, 2001 for the Crystal Frolics. 7. Approval of a request from the Crystal Frolics Committee to operate a 3.2 Malt Liquor Stand at Welcome Park, 4630 Welcome Ave N, on July 27 through 29, 2001 for the Crystal Frolics. 8. Approval of a request from the Crystal Frolics Committee for authorization to conduct a Street Dance on Saturday, July 28 from 5:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. for the Crystal Frolics; and to close 1 osourc nowNIC.—a Vmmr.zooi -.7 02 2001 m. 366 Council Minutes July 2, 2001 367 Douglas Drive and 55`" Ave N between Calibre Chase and Cedarwood Apartments' parking lot entrances for the Crystal Frolics. 9. Approval of a request from the Crystal Frolics Committee for authorization to hold a carnival at Becker Park, 5500 Bass Lake Road, on July 26 through July 29, 2001 for the Crystal Frolics. 10. Approval of a request from Tin Alley Grill to operate a 3.2 Malt Liquor Stand at 6830 Bass Lake Road on July 26 and 27, 2001 for the Crystal Frolics. 11. Approval of a request from St. Raphael's Church, 7301 — 56" Ave N, to operate a 3.2 Malt Liquor Stand on August 3 through 5, 2001 for an annual church festival. 12. Approval of a request from St. Raphael's Church, 7301 — 56" Ave N to hold a carnival on August 3 through 5, 2001 for an annual church festival. 13. Approval of an application to permit the use, consumption, and display of wine and/or beer at Basset Creek Park on August 4, 2001 for a company picnic submitted by Infinite Graphics Inc., 4611 East Lake Street, MPLS MN 55406. 14. Approval of an application to permit the use, consumption, and display of wine and/or beer at Basset Creek Park on September 9, 2001 for a family picnic submitted by Garry Grimes, 7125 — 59"' Ave N., Crystal MN 55428. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Open Forum Ken Devine of 3512 Welcome Ave N spoke regarding the construction of a proposed bike path in his neighborhood and submitted a petition of opposition to it. Paul Roberts of 3414 Welcome Ave N spoke regarding his concerns and opposition of the construction of a proposed bike path in his neighborhood. Pam Brown of 3444 Welcome Ave N spoke regarding her concerns about the landscaping maintenance surrounding the area of the proposed bike path. She also asked for information regarding the removal of the power pole in her back yard. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered Resolution 2001-75 to approve the Annual Concrete Repair Contract Award. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: 1 -AIM ADMIN C... A M-112NI ...I D2 2M d- 367 i Council Minutes July 2, 2001 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-75 RESOLUTION APPROVING ANNUAL CONCRETE REPAIR CONTRACT AWARD Voting aye: Anderson, Meintsma, Krueger, Joselyn, Grimes, and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Hoffmann. 368 Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. The Council discussed amending Section 1185.01, Subd. 2, extending the sunset provision for lawful gambling premises permits on properties other than a licensed on -sale liquor establishment. One of Crystal's charitable gambling organizations has asked the Council to consider amending Section 1185 to extend or remove the application period deadline and extend or remove the sunset provision. The Council directed staff to prepare an ordinance with the proposed amendments for the first reading on July 17, 2001. Informal Discussion and Announcements • The Council asked about Legislative updates and the impact the proposed changes would have on Crystal's budget. They were informed that staff is still waiting for final results and will initiate a work session to discuss in the near future. • General discussion was made regarding the relationship between cities and the state specifically in the area of redevelopment opportunities and the funding therein for older cities. • Discussion was made regarding the August 6' work session and how the Council would like staff to determine which organizations to target city funding to social services. • Discussion was made regarding the construction of Highway 100. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m. ATTEST: JaneeLewis, City Clerk I oxuurs nunun INC..-[ nl,,,w 1 -7 02 1001 d- Motion Carried. ve"rl' /W,, P_P�, ��M_ ,* MW 368 Council Work Session July 17, 2001 369 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:17 p.m. on July 17, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota in conference room A. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; and City Engineer Tom Mathisen. The City Council discussed city infrastructure. The work session adjourned at 6:45 p.m. Peter E. Meinstma, Mayor ATTEST: Anne Norris, City Manager �I Council Minutes July 17, 2001 370 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on July 17, 2001 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Harry Algyer, Police Chief, Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor and the Chief of Police performed the Badge Pinning Ceremony for three promoted police officers who are: • Captain Dave Oyaas • Sergeant David Downing • Sergeant Rob Erkenbrack 1. The City Council considered the minutes of the regular Council Meeting of July 2, 2001. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the minutes of the regular Council Meeting of July 2, 2001. 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 Resolution 2001-74 for PIR expenditure to purchase and install replacement playground equipment at Yunker's Park at 8617 — 31" Ave N. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearing It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the proposed vacation of Nevada Avenue lying South of 32 n Avenue North. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. No one came before the Council. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to continue this public hearing on August 21, 2001. Motion carried. LN I}i zi c onus IPS �DNIIN co 1 1 —w_i-2001 d- 370 Council Minutes July 17, 2001 Open Forum 371 Chester Pietrzak, 6516 29`h Ave N spoke to the Council about his neighbor's two Willow trees and how he believes the roots are causing damage to his sewer pipes. He asked Council for help. Council will refer this to the City Forester and also explore possibilities of assistance for him. Harold McNurlan II, 4160 Brunswick Ave N submitted a letter and spoke to the Council about his complaints regarding the lot at 4161 Adair Ave N. Regular Agenda The City Council considered setting a public hearing date regarding the Twin Lake Shores public property. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to set the public hearing date on August 1, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. to review recommendations for the Twin Lake Shores public property. Motion carried. 2. The City Council considered orders in the matter of suspension of liquor licensees and civil penalties of the following liquor establishments in Crystal for violation of ordinances and laws relating to the sale of intoxicating liquor and 3.2% malt liquor to underage persons: First Violations Licensee Days/Dates of Suspension Civil penalty $ Violation Date Timber Lodge Steakhouse (Violation occurred on a $750.00 05/24/2000 5632 West Broadway Wednesday) (Gerald and Chris spoke to the Council.) Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to impose a $750 civil penalty and suspend the Timber Lodge Steakhouse liquor license for one -day, the suspension day being the same day of the week that the violation occurred with staff determining the date (August 15, 2001) and civil penalty due date (August 30, 2001). Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Meintsma, Joselyn, Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried. 1\UAII' I...1.1 371 1 Council Minutes Licensee VFW Post 494 5222 — 56`h Ave N (James Richter spoke to the Council.) July 17, 2001 First Violations (liquor) continued Days/Dates of Suspension (Violation occurred on a Saturday) 372 Civil penalty $ Violation Date $750.00 12/30/2000 Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to impose a $750 civil penalty and suspend the VFW Post 494 liquor license for one -day, changing the suspension day from the same day of the week that the violation occurred (Saturday) to a Tuesday with staff determining the suspension date and civil penalty due date. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to amend the main motion to impose a $750 civil penalty and suspend the VFW Post 494 liquor license for one -day keeping the same day of the week that the violation occurred but allowing it to occur in October with staff working with the VFW to determine the suspension date and civil penalty due date (August 30, 2001). By roll call and voting aye: Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, and Anderson; voting no: Thonander and Grimes. Motion carried. Voting on the main motion as amended: By roll call and voting aye:, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Anderson Thonander, Grimes and Hoffmann. Motion carried. Licensee Days/Dates of Suspension Civil penalty Violation Date(s) Tin Alley Grill Past Council action on $750 08/31/1999 6830 — 56`h Ave N 03/06/00: 1 -day suspension (Chad Hexun spoke to the (Violation occurred on a $1,500.00 05/24/2000 Council.) Wednesday) Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to impose a $1,500 civil penalty and suspend Tin Alley Grill's liquor license for three days, the first suspension day being the same day of the week that the violation occurred with staff determining the dates (August 15 through 17, 2001) and civil penalty due date (August 30, 2001). Voting aye:, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Anderson Thonander, Grimes and Hoffmann. C1 FSI,s154R<N'YS.1DAfINCo�mil Almuice1001 m�n�l]-3001 do. Motion carried. 372 Council Minutes July 17, 2001 373 Second Violations (liquor) continued Licensee Days/Dates of Suspension Civil penalty $ Violation Date(s) Cub Foods Past Council action on $750 09/01/1999 5301 — 36`h Ave N 03/06/00: (Tom Lindquist and Tom 1 -day suspension Land spoke to the Council.) (Violation occurred on a 12/09/2000 Saturday) Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Thonander to impose a $1,500 civil penalty and suspend Cub Food's liquor license for three days, the first suspension day being the same day of the week that the violation occurred with staff determining the dates (August 15 through 17, 2001) and civil penalty due date (August 30, 2001). Voting aye: Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Anderson, Thonander, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. Licensee Days/Dates of Suspension Civil penalty Violation Date(s) Chalet Liquors Past Council action on 1/5/99: No civil 05/26/1998 5109-36 Ih Ave N 1 -day suspension on 2/17/99 penalty (Bill Bartram spoke to the imposed Council.) Violation occurred on a 12/09/2000 Saturday) $750.00 Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to impose a $750 civil penalty and suspend the liquor license for one -day for Chalet Liquors, the suspension day being the same day of the week that the violation occurred with staff determining the date (August 18, 2001) and civil penalty due date (August 30, 2001). By roll all and voting aye: Joselyn, Meintsma, Thonander, Grimes, Hoffmann; voting no: Krueger and Anderson. Motion carried. Council discussed Resolution 2000-14 and whether modifications should be made with respect to how violation and council action dates relate to sanctions. Council Member Krueger suggested a work session to discuss. OCl ISIII 516R0195CDNIM7412.1 373 1 �1 Council Minutes July 17, 2001 Third Violations (Liquor) Licensee Days/Dates of Suspension Civil Penalty Speedway SuperAmerica, 5359 West Broadway (Joel Gomez spoke to Council) Chalet Liquors, 5109 — 36`" Ave N Past Council action: 1 -day No civil MGM Liquor Warehouse suspension penalty 6200 Bass Lake Road Past Council action on 1/5/99: No civil (Mike Maglich spoke to the 2 -day suspension penalty Council.) (Violation occurred on a $2,000.00 Saturday) 374 Violation Dates 08/23/1996 05/27/1998 12/30/2000 Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to impose a $2,000 civil penalty and suspend MGM's liquor license for ten days, the first suspension day being the same day of the week that the violation occurred with staff determining the dates (August 18 through 22, 2001) and civil penalty due date (August 30, 2001). Voting aye: Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Anderson, Thonander, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 3. The City Council considered orders in the matter of suspension and civil penalties against the following tobacco licensees for violation of ordinances and laws relating to the sale of tobacco to minors: First Violations Speedway SuperAmerica, 5359 West Broadway (Joel Gomez spoke to Council) Chalet Liquors, 5109 — 36`" Ave N (Bill Bartrum spoke to Council) Walgreens, 5800 — 56" Ave N (Julie Vold spoke to Council) Thriftway Supermarket, 5715 West Broadway (Joel Salzberg spoke to Council) Almstead's Supervalu, 4210 Douglas Drive N (Roger Olson spoke to Council) Adair Liquor, 6001-42°d Ave N (Jean Schwappach spoke to Council) Jack's Superette, 7200 — 56`" Ave N (Linda Mankowski spoke to Council) Jerry's Wine & Spirits, 4920 West Broadway Crystal Liquors, 5924 West Broadway Shinders, 5546 West Broadway (Letter submitted by Joel Shinder) Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to impose a $500.00 civil penalty and suspend tobacco licenses for ten days, the first suspension day being the same day of the week that the violation occurred (Monday) with staff determining the suspension dates and civil penalty due date (August 30, 2001). Voting aye: Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Anderson, Thonander, and Hoffmann. N r5 nsl s,oNoi'PS,\DMIMCounul Af n.1- 0f .--II ]— d- Motion carried. 374 Council Minutes July 17, 2001 375 (Super America, Walgreens, Thriftway, Almstead's, Jack's Superette, and Shinders suspension dates are: August 13 through 22, 2001.) (Chalet Liquors, Adair Liquors, Jerry's Wine & Spirits, and Crystal Liquors suspension dates are: August 13 through August 23, 2001 because they are closed on Sundays.) Second Violations (tobacco) Licensee Days/Dates of Suspension Civil penalty Violation Date Douglas Drive Service Past Council action on $500 08/18/1999 Center 3/21/00: 3401 Douglas Drive N 1 -day suspension $750.00 (Vern Klinker spoke to the (Violation occurred on a 02/12/2001 Council) Monday) Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Krueger to impose a $750 civil penalty and suspend the Douglas Drive Service Center's tobacco license for 20 days, the first suspension day being the same day of the week that the violation occurred with staff determining the dates (August 6 through 28, 2001) and civil penalty due date (August 30, 2001). Voting aye: Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Anderson, Thonander, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 4. The City Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance amending Section 1185.01, Subd. 2, to amend provisions for lawful gambling premises permits on properties other than a licensed on -sale liquor establishment. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 2001 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING; AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 185.01, SUBDIVISION 2 And, further that the second and final reading be held on August 6, 2001. Voting aye: Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Meintsma, Anderson, and Hoffmann; Abstaining from voting: Thonander. Motion carried. Cl ....d Al—W.2--.7-1).2001 Jo. 375 1 1 1 Council Minutes July 17, 2001 5. The City Council considered West Metro Fire District's 2002 proposed budget. 376 Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve West Metro Fire District's 2002 budget. Informal Discussion and Announcements City Manager Anne Norris reminded Council about the following dates: Public Hearing regarding Twin Lake Shores public property: August 1 S` Budget Work sessions: August 9th and National Night Out Next Council Meeting Motion carried. August 23rd August 7" Monday, August 6"' Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 8:51 p.m. ATTEST: J t Lewis, City Clerk 'el I\ISISGAGUP.—DAI1W....iWmut 2NI-.7.17-3001- Motion Carried. C-fij& �%,Alg�pv Peter E. Meinstma, Mayor 376 1-1 Twin Lake Shores Public Property Hearing August 1, 2001 Page 377 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a public hearing of the Crystal City Council will be held at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, August 1, 2001 in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Drive North, Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Thonander, and Joselyn. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris; Public Works Director Tom Mathisen; Police Chief Harry Algyer; Community Development Director Patrick Peters; Park & Recreation Director Gene Hacket; City Attorney Steve Bubul; and City Clerk Janet Lewis. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as posted for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider staff recommendations for the Twin Lake Shores public property. Staff information and presentations were conducted by City Manager Anne Norris, Park & Recreation Director Gene Hackett, City Engineer Tom Mathisen, Police Chief Harry Algyer, and City Attorney Steve Bubul. In addition, Paul Paige from Hoisington Koegler Group gave presentation. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: (Sorted by first name) Attorney Glen Schumann Audrey Yates Bill Felker Connie Clabots Dave Moore Dawn Knutson Janelle Felker Jeff Pilon Jerry Fluth Jim Sonquist John G. Schutz Kristin Sonquist Leighton Olson Lellian Leitzke Linda Schutz Marilyn Kamp Mark Steffenson Marty Gates Mary Tillemans Molly O'Donoghue Schaaf Patti Schutz Dooher Rick Brakken William Clabots \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\ADMIN\Council\Mlnutes2001\twinlakesph8-1-01 doe Address 4800 Wells Fargo Center, MPLS 4705 Quail Ave N., Crystal 4802 Quail Ave N., Crystal 4934 Quail Ave N., Crystal 4900 Quail Ave N., Crystal 90 South 7" St., MPLS 4802 Quail Ave N., Crystal 18959 Northern Blvd NW, Anoka 4958 Quail Ave N., Crystal 4948 Quail Ave N., Crystal 14230 W. Mountain Laurel, Arizona 4948 Quail Ave N., Crystal 5007 — 491h Ave N., Crystal 5108 — 491h Ave N., Crystal 1523-22 "d Ave S., MPLS 4824 Quail Ave N., Crystal 6160 Summit Drive, Brooklyn Center 5108-48 1h Ave N., Crystal 5100 — 481h Ave N., Crystal 4908 Quail Ave N., Crystal Video presentation 5025 Bernard Ave N., Crystal 4934 Quail Ave N., Crystal Page 377 of 3 Twin Lake Shores Public Property Hearing The Mayor recessed the public hearing from 9:00 until 9:10 p.m. Continued (Sorted by first name) Barbara J. Johnston Bill Freid Chuck Prokofief Dan Olson Dave Pilon Dolores Patterson Edwin Krueger Jr. Kirby Patterson Linda Ireland Mark Dooher Michael L. Schutz Mike Olson Peter Bruske Randy Hull Robert F. Borkovec Tom Jungroth Valerie Freid Letters submitted were: (sorted by first name Barbara J. Johnston (two letters) Bill Felker Ed Krueger Flower, Schutz, & Stevens, PLC Janell Felker Janet Samuelson Worel Jim & Rose Hahn John Morey John Schutz Linda M. Schutz Margo & Frank Powers Marilyn Kamp MN Department of Natural Resources Patricia Krueger Patricia Schutz Dooher Paul Dooher (Petition) Susanne Sims Yvonne and Duanne Winkler The Mayor closed the public hearing. August 1, 2001 Page 378 Address 5003 Fairview Ave N., Crystal 5302 — 49th Ave N., Crystal No address given 3154 Florida Ave N., Crystal 8508-32 d Place N., Crystal 5008 — 49th Ave N., Crystal 5009-52 nd Ave N., Crystal 5008 — 491h Ave N., Crystal 5012 Fairview Ave N., Crystal Waverly MN 8424 50th Ave N., Crystal 5107 Corvallis Ave N., Crystal 4916 Bernard Ave H., Crystal 6507 — 41st Ave N., Crystal 4720 Regent Ave N., Crystal 5536 Xenia Ave N., Crystal 5302 — 491h Ave N., Crystal Address 5003 Fairview Ave N., Crystal 4802 Quail Ave N., Crystal 5009-52 d Ave N., Crystal 3300 County Rd 10, Brooklyn Center 4802 Quail Ave N., Crystal 10930 Holly Lane, Osseo No address given 5625 — 45th Ave N., Crystal 14230 W Mountain Laurel Trail, Arizona 1523-22 nd Ave S., MPLS 5356 Perry Circle, Crystal 4824 Quail Ave N., Crystal 1200 Warner Road, St. Paul 5009-52 d Ave N., Crystal No address given No address given No address given 5121 Fairview Ave N., Crystal Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the staff recommendations for the Twin Lake Shores public property but strike out the proposed vacation of Fairview Ave N. \\CY FS1\SYS\GROUPS\ADMIN\Council\Minutes2001\twinlakesph8-1-01 doc Page 378 of 3 1 i J Twin Lake Shores Public Property Hearing August 1, 2001 Page 379 Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to amend the main motion and divide the topic for the Twin Lake Shores public property into two parts which are Bernard Ave and Twin Lake Shores. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to substitute the words on the main motion "approve the concept recommended by the staff report except that Fairview Ave will not be vacated and no improved access to the park will be provided on Fairview at this time." By roll call and voting aye: Krueger, Meintsma, Thonander, Anderson, Hoffmann, Joselyn; voting no: Grimes Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the main motion as amended for Twin Lake Shores. Voting on the main motion as amended: Voting aye: Anderson, Hoffmann, Krueger, Joselyn, Grimes, Meintsma and Thonander. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the staff recommendations for Bernard Ave. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:35 p.m. ATTEST: JanjOLewis, City Clerk \\CY FSIISYS\GROUPS\ADMIN\Counul\Minutes2001\twinlakesph8-1-01 doc Peter E Meintsm , Page 379 of 3 Council Work Session Minutes August 6, 2001 6:15 p.m. 380 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the work session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:15 p.m. on August 6, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Harry Algyer, Police Chief, Tim Johnson, Finance Director; and Angie Nalezny, Assistant City Manager. ♦ The Council discussed holding a Truth in Taxation hearing. They will officially set the proposed date for a Truth in Taxation hearing (December 18, 2001) at the August 21" Council Meeting. ♦ The Council discussed funding social service agencies. ♦ The Council discussed post employment retirement benefits. The meeting adjourned at 6:56 p.m. ATTEST: Anne Norris, City Mager F-\GROUPSWDMIN\Council\Minutes20011min8-06-2001wsbefore doc Peter E. Meinstma, Mayor Council Minutes August 6, 2001 381 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on August 6, 2001 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Harry Algyer, Police Chief; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council considered the minutes from the July 17, 2001 work session and regular City Council Meeting. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve the minutes from the work session and regular Council Meeting of July 17, 2001 with the change to add Council Member Joselyn's name where previously omitted on the recorded roll call for each set of minutes. 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 Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearing It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council considered the proposed currency exchange license by Cashway Checking LLC at 127 Willow Bend, Crystal MN submitted by Michael Schroeder. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: Michael Schroeder, owner of Cashway Checking LLC and accompanied by his wife Suzanne Schroeder, two children, and mother & father-in-law. Paul Wood, 3200 Maryland Ave N spoke to the Council with concerns relating to the fees that Cashway Checking LLC would be charging customers. Michael Schroeder addressed Mr. Wood's question that the State of Minnesota regulates the amount that can be charged as fees for currency exchange licenses. 0 The Mayor declared the public hearing closed. 1111 -0, -All 11. ,,, x 381 Council Minutes August 6, 2001 382 Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-75 RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE APPLICATION FOR A CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE AT 127 WILLOW BEND Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum LaWanda Spears, 6920 — 54"' Ave N (Kentucky Lane Apartments) spoke to the Council about her parking problem. The Apartment complex she lives in meets the parking requirements of the City Code by providing one parking space and a garage stall (for an additional charge). However, Ms. Spears indicated that she cannot afford a garage stall and so is limited to just one parking space. She occasionally needs an additional parking space for overnight guests. She asked the Council for possible solutions to her parking problem. Council referred this matter to staff. Emily Edison from the American Cancer Society presented the Relay for Life Program to the Council and invited Crystal City Employees to participate. Regular Agenda The Council considered the Second Reading of Ordinance 2001-06 amending Section 1185.01, subdivison 2, to amend provisions for lawful gambling premise permits on properties other than a licensed on -sale liquor establishment. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 2001-06 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING; AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 1185.01, SUBDIVISION 2 and, further that this is the second and final reading. By roll call and voting aye: Meintsma, Anderson, Grimes, Hoffmann, and Joselyn; voting no: Krueger; abstaining from voting: Thonander. Motion carried. 382 Council Minutes August 6, 2001 383 2. The Council discussed the possible diseased tree removal subsidy program and referred this to staff. Informal Discussion and Announcements City Manager Anne Norris reminded the Council and viewers that National Night Out is on Tuesday, August 7, 2001, and the first budget work session is on Thursday, August 9, 2001. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m. Peter E. Meinstma, ay ATTEST: Ja . t Lewis, City Clerk I -111 11)1-1 111-1-wI-.. d- 383 i 1 Council Work Session Minutes August 6, 2001 384 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the work session of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:46 p.m. on August 6, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander; absent: Joselyn. Staff members present were: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Harry Algyer, Police Chief, and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. ♦ The Council discussed Resolution 2000-14; a resolution specifying sanctions against licensees for violation of ordinances and laws relating to intoxicating liquor and 3.2% malt liquor. ♦ The Council discussed City Code section 1137 relating to tobacco violations and penalties. The meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m. ATTEST: Ja t Lewis, City Clerk F1GROUMADMIMCounciWinutes20071min8-06-200Iwsafter.doc ii�4B Peter E. Meinstma, Mayor Council Budget Work Session August 9, 2001 385 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the budget work session of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:05 p.m. on August 9, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris; Finance Director Tim Johnson; Police Chief Harry Algyer; Community Development Director Patrick Peters; Assistant City Manager Angie Nalezny; Park & Recreation Director Gene Hackett; Public Works Director Tom Mathisen; and Janet Lewis, City Clerk; absent, Joselyn. 1. The City Council and staff discussed the 2002 Budget. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Q�&- Peter E. Mems a, ATTEST: let Lewis, City Clerk G-\Council\Minutes200lNWksessionbudget doc Council Minutes August 21, 2001 386 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on August 21, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Absent: Meintsma. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris; City Attorney Steve Bubul; Police Chief Harry Algyer; Community Development Director Patrick Peters; Public Works Director Tom Mathisen; Finance Director Tim Johnson; City Planner John Sutter; and City Clerk Janet Lewis. The Mayor Pro Tem led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor Pro Tem and Chief of Police presented Citizen Commendation Awards to Randy Sandberg and Wayne Bryant for their quick response and assistance to a motorist involved in an accident due to the onset of a heart attack. The Mayor Pro Tem presented the 2001 Landscape and Garden Contest awards to: Residential Garden Award First Place Second Place Third Place Evelyn Schroeder Veronica Jane Fust K. David & Linda Hargrove 4072 Jersey Ave N 3703 Georgia Ave N 5529 Welcome Ave N Residential Landscape Award Silver Spade Award First Place Calibre Chase Apartments Jack & Josephine Calder 6315 — 55th Ave N 4701 Louisiana Ave N Second Place (not present) Charles & Esther Jonas 6504 — 42nd Ave N Third Place (not present) John Malerich 4701 Louisiana Ave N The City Council considered the minutes from the: ♦ August 1, 2001 Twin Lake Shores Public Hearing; ♦ August 6, 2001 two work sessions and regular City Council meeting; and ♦ August 9, 2001 budget work session. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the minutes from the August 1, 2001 Twin Lake Shores Public Hearing; the August 6, 2001 two work sessions and regular City Council meeting; and the August 9, 2001 budget work session. Motion carried. F oROI PI vINII C--1 mranm nmx.21-2u111 d- 386 Council Minutes August 21, 2001 387 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. Approval of Resolution 2001- 77 authorizing the execution of conditional use license agreement with Hennepin County. 4. Accept the resignation of Marvin Galiger, 3701 Yates Ave N., from the Employee Review Board. Accept the resignation of Crystal Lindahl, 2809 Jersey Ave N., from the Financial Advisory Commission. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearings It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Pro Tem declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the proposed 2001 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant application and Resolution 2001-78 for match monies. Police Chief Harry Algyer presented to the Council and audience. The Mayor Pro Tem asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. No one appeared before 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. 2001-78 RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPENDITURE FOR FEDERAL GRANT LOCAL MATCH MONIES Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Pro Tem declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider: A) Resolution 2001 - 79 vacating the easterly half of Nevada Avenue lying south of 32nd Avenue, together with consideration of B) Resolution 2001 - 80 approving a Preliminary Plat, and C) Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for a 14 -unit townhouse development at 7221 - 32nd Avenue N. (,1(0( % WN „ 1-9 21-0 387 1 Council Minutes August 21, 2001 um City Planner John Sutter presented to the Council and audience. The Mayor Pro Tem asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: President/Developer of ZB Companies, Arnold Zachman, 9201 Medicine Lake Road, Golden Valley MN 55427. The Mayor Pro Tem declared the public hearings closed. A) Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-79 RESOLUTION VACATING A PORTION OF NEVADA AVENUE NORTH IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B) Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-80 RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF VALLEY PLACE ESTATES Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. C) Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission at its August 13, 2001 meeting a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for a 14 -unit townhouse development at 7221 - 32nd Avenue N. Motion carried. Open Forum No one appeared before the Council. I (+N�11'I'\ \1)M1l14 C��un.il M1(�nu�...3�M1 ininN-31-3(N11 J... 388 Council Minutes August 21, 2001 389 Regular Agenda 1. The City Council considered the private kennel license for Beverly Sorenson at 3025 Kentucky Ave N. Beverly Sorenson appeared before the Council for her license. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the private kennel license for Beverly Sorenson at 3025 Kentucky Ave N. Motion carried. 2. The Council considered Application 2001-06 for a Conditional Use Permit to allow motor vehicle sales at 5301 Douglas Drive N (P.I.D. 08-118-21-11-0134) Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to deny, as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission at its August 13, 2001 meeting Application 2001-06 for a Conditional Use Permit and not allow motor vehicle sales at 5301 Douglas Drive N (P.I.D. 08-118-21-11-0134). Motion carried. 3. The City Council received an update on and discussed the April sanitary sewer back-ups. Public Works Director Tom Mathisen presented to the Council and audience. Elizabeth Hicks, 3833 Brunswick Ave N, submitted a letter and spoke to the Council, staff and audience. 4. The City Council considered establishing the date for the Truth in Taxation Hearing and posting notice of the meeting in the local newspaper. Finance Director Tim Johnson presented to the Council and audience. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the date of December 18, 2001 for the Truth in Taxation Hearing and posting notice of the meeting in the local newspaper. Motion carried. 5. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-81 declaring the amount to be assessed, ordering preparation of the assessment roll and setting the date for a public hearing for the 2001 delinquent accounts. Finance Director Tim Johnson presented to the Council and audience. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-81 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE AMOUNT TO BE ASSESSED, ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF AN ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND SETTING THE DATE FOR A PUBIC HEARING FOR THE 2001 DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Hoffinann, Grimes and Thonander. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 389 Council Minutes August 21, 2001 390 6. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-82 relating to lawful gambling; approving a premises permit at 6410 Bass Lake Road, Crystal MN 55429. 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. 2001-82 RESOLUTION RELAING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING; APPROVING A CERTAIN PREMISES PERMIT AT 6410 BASS LAKE ROAD By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Hoffmann, Grimes. Voting no: Krueger. Absent, not voting: Meintsma. Abstaining from voting: Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements City Manager Anne Norris reminded Council and Staff of the Budget Work Session on Thursday, August 23rd at 7:30 p.m. City Manager Anne Norris informed the Council that the West Metro Fire Board would meet to discuss the hiring process for a new Fire Chief. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. ATTEST: Jariet Lewis, City Clerk 1"W"P,.\I)I.11\"--'I.,-21:- - 390 Work Session Minutes August 21, 2001 391 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 8:05 p.m. on August 21, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota in conference room A. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Absent: Meintsma. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris; City Attorney Steve Bubul; and Public Works Director Tom Mathisen. The Council discussed watershed organizational structure. The work session adjourned at 8:20 p.m. ATTEST: , Anne Norris, City Manager Garry V rimes, Mayor Pro Tem Budget Work Session Minutes August 23, 2001 392 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the budget work session of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:30 p.m. on August 23, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Krueger, Hoffmann, Grimes and Joselyn. Staff members present were City Manager Anne Norris; Finance Director Tim Johnson; Police Chief Harry Algyer; Assistant City Manager Angie Nalezny; and Public Works Director Tom Mathisen. Council Member Thonander and Mayor Meintsma were absent. 1. The City Council and staff discussed the 2002 capital budget. The meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m. A. Garry Gri , Mayor Pro Tem ATTEST: i Y Anne Norris, City Manager \\CY FS1\SYS\GROUPS\HDMIN\Council\Minutes2001\min8-23-2001ws.doc Council Minutes September 4, 2001 393 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on September 4, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Grimes and Thonander. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris, City Attorney Daniel Greensweig, Community Development Director Patrick Peters, Public Works Director Tom Mathisen, and City Clerk Janet Lewis. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 1. The City Council considered the minutes from the regular Council Meeting and the work session of August 21, 2001 and the Budget Work Session of August 23, 2001. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes from the regular Council Meeting and the work session of August 21, 2001 and the Budget Work Session of August 23, 2001. 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. Acceptance of the resignation for William G. Leonard at 5926 Hampshire Ave N., from the Environmental Quality Advisory Commission. 4. Approval of a sign permit for Latter Day Saints Church at 2801 Douglas Drive North. 5. Approval of a special use permit to consume and display wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on September 8, 2001 submitted by Karelyn Anderson at 2809 Lamphere Drive, New Hope MN. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Open Forum No one appeared during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-83 reaffirming the commitment to the Shingle Creek Watershed and Bassett Creek Water Management Commissions. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: F oxoor+urffiI . Af—.:ma.. - —1 a,. 393 Council Minutes September 4, 2001 394 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-83 A RESOLUTION REAFFIRMING THE COMMITMENT TO THE SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED AND BASSETT CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSIONS Voting aye: Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. The City Council considered Resolutions 2001-84 to cancel debt services levies and 2001-85 to adopt the proposed 2002 budget and preliminary tax levy for the purpose of compliance with the Truth in Taxation Law. Finance Director Tim Johnson gave a presentation and recommended that the Council adopt the maximum tax levy as it could be decreased at a later date. However, if Council preferred a lower tax levy, it could not be increased once it was adopted. Council Member Anderson indicated that he supported Resolution 2001-85 with the hope that Council would readdress the tax levies and find a way to decrease it. 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. 2001-84 A RESOLUTION CANCELING DEBT SERVICE TAX LEVIES Voting aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes, Joselyn and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-85 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A PROPOSED BUDGET AND TAX LEVIES Voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 1 GHUVSII-ON ou-1M-1n2----IM 1., 394 Council Minutes September 4, 2001 395 3. The City Council considered the Twin Lake Shores park/right-of-way improvement implementation plan. Community Development Director Patrick Peters gave a presentation and asked for specific direction regarding the proposed terms of the encroachment agreement and preliminary timeline for improvements. Council discussed improvements to docks during the encroachment agreement and deadlines for removal of docks. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Council that the presence of docks allowed by the encroachment agreement not impede design work and construction of improvements during the term of the agreement. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the Twin Lake Shores encroachment agreement for docks with a two-year deadline through 11/01/2003. By roll call and voting aye: Thonander, Grimes and Hoffmann; voting no: Anderson, Joselyn, Krueger, and Meintsma. Motion defeated. Moved by Mayor Meintsma and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the Twin Lake Shores encroachment agreement for docks with a five-year deadline through 11 /01 /2006. By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn and Meintsma; voting no: Grimes, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Thonander. Motion defeated. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the Twin Lake Shores encroachment agreement for docks with a three-year deadline through 11/01/2004. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Hoffmann, Joselyn, Krueger, Thonander, and Anderson; voting no: Meintsma. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Grimes to approve the Twin Lake Shores timeline for improvements as follows: A) Signed encroachment agreements from homeowners by 9/28/2001. B) Removal of personal property on public property by 10/15/2001. C) Removal of fixed encroachments on public property by 11/15/ 2001. Voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn, Meintsma, Grimes, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Thonander. Motion carried. 1 011'1 au>uN 1 .0 >, .mm o.a-mm e.. 395 Council Minutes September 4, 2001 396 4. The City Council discussed the clean up at the Joslyn Wood -treating Facility Site (in Brooklyn Center). Public Works Director Tom Mathisen gave a presentation. 5. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-86 approving the award for the street -striping contract to the lowest bidder, AAA Striping Service Company. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-86 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AWARD FOR THE STREET STRIPING CONTRACT Voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn, Meintsma, Grimes, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The City Council considered Resolutions 2001-87 to declare the cost to be assessed and order preparation of the proposed assessment for Segment II Vera Cruz Reconstruction and 2001-88 to order the Public Hearing on the proposed assessment for October 9, 2001. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-87 A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT Voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn, Meintsma, Grimes, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: h bR I'P ' \DN IN I U.'d 11 --VO 1 — -9(11 d— 396 Council Minutes September 4, 2001 397 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-88 A RESOLUTION ORDERING THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT Voting aye: Anderson, Joselyn, Meintsma, Grimes, Hoffmann, Krueger, and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements City Manager Anne Norris reminded everyone that the next Council Meeting will be on September 25, 2001. Council Members Grimes and Thonander indicated that they would not be able to attend the meeting. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m. Peter REMemtsm , a ATTEST: J et Lewis, City Clerk 11.k111 WI ,1.111N 1--1 Ali -1-2- -1 0.30.1 Ju. 397 Council Minutes September 25, 2001 398 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on September 25, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Joselyn; absent: Grimes and Thonander. Staff members present: Assistant City Manager Angela Nalezny; City Attorney Steve Bubul; Public Works Director Tom Mathisen; Community Development Director Patrick Peters; City Planner John Sutter; City Finance Director Tim Johnson (left at 7:20); and Janet Lewis, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor acknowledged the donation from the West Metro Fire Auxiliary. The City Council considered the minutes from the regular Council Meeting of September 4, 2001. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve, making the following corrections where motions are said to have been "defeated" to "failed" the minutes from the regular Council Meeting of September 4, 2001. 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. Acceptance of the resignation from Denise Brunson, 3932 Georgia Ave N., as an alternate member of the Employee Review Board. 4. Approval of Resolution 2001-89 awarding the contract for re -roofing buildings at Broadway and Twin Oaks Parks. 5. Approval of the request for unencumbered charitable gambling funds to continue support for the Truancy Prevention Program. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. ai a, a, aoi 11 mmol I.- i ni m..vm1-0-21- W c . 398 Council Minutes September 25, 2001 399 Public Hearing 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider adopting the proposed Assessment Roll for 2001 delinquent accounts. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. No one appeared before the Council. The Mayor 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. 2001-90 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR 2001 DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum No one addressed the Council during Open Forum. Regular Agenda 1. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-91 commending Finance Director Tim Johnson. 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. 2001-91 A RESOLUTION COMMENDING TIM JOHNSON FOR SERVICE AS FINANCE DIRECTOR Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. School Board Member ReNae Bowman appeared before the Council regarding the upcoming School District Bond Referendum and Election on November 6, 2001. %I1-11 •1,,,111N C -'.'..z -1-"-2 - 399 Council Minutes September 25, 2001 400 3. The City Council considered Application 2001-09 requesting a Variance for a three -car, detached garage at 6702 — 51" Place North (P.I.D. 08-118-21-13-0015) submitted by Brent J. Weyer. John Sutter presented to the Council. Owner Brent Weyer addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve, as recommended by and based on the findings of fact by the Planning Commission at its September 10, 2001 meeting, staff alternate 42 for Application 2001-09 requesting a Variance for a three -car detached garage at 6702 — 51" Place North. By roll call and voting aye: Anderson and Hoffmann; voting no: Joselyn, Krueger, and Meintsma; not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion failed. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Anderson to continue the discussion of Application 2001-09 requesting a Variance for a three -car detached garage at 6702 — 51" Place North with the request for staff to work with the owner and utility companies to research other options. Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried. 4. The City Council considered -Resolution 2001-92 approving a Final Plat for Valley Place Estates at 7221 — 32" d Ave N in Crystal. John Sutter presented to 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. 2001-92 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT FOR VALLEY PLACE ESTATES AT 7221 —32 ND AVENUE NORTH Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. C, I � ,,, ol11,.,11,❑N( x,11„,1..:(0 n, )2_ zO„ld- 400 Council Minutes September 25, 2001 401 The City Council considered Resolution 2001-93 ordering the abatement of hazardous conditions existing at 4512 Yates Ave N. Patrick Peters presented to the Council. Drew Kabanuk, from 5520 Twin Lake Terrace in Crystal, addressed the Council with his attorney Jim Yarosh, from 1300 Washington Square in Minneapolis. Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-93 RESOLUTION ORDERING THE ABATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS EXISTING AT 4512 YATES AVENUE NORTH IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-94 declaring the amount to be assessed, ordering preparation of the assessment roll and setting the date for a Public Hearing on the 2001 Sealcoat Project. 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. 2001-94 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE AMOUNT TO BE ASSESSED, ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND SETTING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE 2001 SEALCOAT PROJECT Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The City Council considered two resolutions A) ordering a Public Hearing on Phase 5 Street Rehabilitation, Driveway and Sewer Services Project and B) declaring the cost to be assessed and ordering the preparation of the proposed assessment for Project # 2000-08. Tom Mathisen presented to the Council. 401 Council Minutes September 25, 2001 402 A) Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-95 RESOLUTION ORDERING A PUBLIC HEARING ON PHASE 5 STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 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 NO. 2001-96 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT PROJECT # 2000-08 Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-97 approving PIR expenditure for the purchase and installation of replacement playground equipment at Cavanagh Park to Earl F. Anderson Company. Tom Mathisen presented to the Council. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-97 RESOLUTION APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT CAVANAGH PARK Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. <) ISI SI -ROI PMIM IN Ca . Nf u,-0111 nano 15-z1, d„. 402 Council Minutes September 25, 2001 403 9. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-98 approving an application for lawful gambling premises permit at Jake's Sports Cafe, 5316 West Broadway, submitted by the West Metro Fire Rescue District Firefighters Relief Association. 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. 2001-98 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISE PERMIT AT 5316 WEST BROADWAY Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 10. The City Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance relating to tobacco penalties amending City Code subsection 1137.11 subdivisions 1 and 2 and adding subdivision 6. Hoffmann informed the Council that he had three businesses (who did not wish to be identified) call him that were opposed to the changes in the ordinance. Krueger requested staff to research neighboring city tobacco ordinances and sanctions. The following individuals and companies addressed the Council: Mike Rasnak from Speedway SuperAmerica, Springfield Ohio David Larson from Speedway SuperAmerica, 6432 — 83" Court in Brooklyn Park Joel Gomez from Speedway SuperAmerica, 808 — 104`" Lane Tara Haugen from Holiday Companies, 1006 Lilac Court in Shakoppe Linda Mankowski from Jack's Superette, 7200 — 56" Ave N in Crystal Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: I. 11 — k„ 1%,"" . .,,., .."11--111.1 a,,. 403 Council Minutes September 25, 2001 404 ORDINANCE NO. 2001 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO TOBACCO PENALTIES AMENDING CITY CODE SUBSECTION 1137.11, SUBDIVISIONS l AND 2 AND ADDING SUBDIVISION 6. and further, that the second reading be held on October 9, 2001. Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried. 11. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-99 relating to sanctions for alcohol violations amending Resolution 2000-14. 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. 2001-99 RESOLUTION SPECIFYING RECOMMENDED SANCTIONS AGAINST LICENSEES FOR VIOLATION OF ORDINANCES AND LAWS RELATING TO INTOXICATING LIQUOR AND 3.2 % MALT LIQUOR; AMENDING RESOLUTION 2000-14 Voting aye: Meintsma, Joselyn, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Grimes and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements Reminders ■ Please RSVP the Metropolitan Council (651-602-1390) regarding the bus tour viewing development projects in Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, New Hope, and Robbinsdale. (Information in packet) ■ The next Council meeting date is October 9! ■ Turn in the United Way Pledges to Janet by October 5`' (even if you choose not to make a contribution). c� i a li ti oxunrti nmun c�m�.a �o�m...znw �,�w-z� nai d..,, 404 Council Minutes September 25, 2001 405 Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:31 p.m. ATTEST: Jan ewis, City Clerk Peter E. Meintsma, ayor 405 1 f' Council Minutes October 9, 2001 406 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on October 9, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Grimes; absent: Joselyn and Thonander. Staff members present: City Manager Anne Norris; City Attorney Steve Bubul; Public Works Director Tom Mathisen; Community Development Director Patrick Peters; Interim City Finance Director Beth Ulland; Police Chief Harry Algyer; and City Clerk Janet Lewis. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor and Chief of Police performed the Swearing -In Ceremony for new Police Officer Stacy Brown. The Mayor acknowledged the following businesses for the donations received for the 2001 Employee Safety & Health Fair: Berkeley Risk Medica Cable 12 Market Tire Company Crystal Lions Metro Athletic Cub Foods Red Rooster Auto Parts Dynamic Winning Products (DWP) Sun -Post Hawkins Chemical Viking Safety LOGIS The Mayor proclaimed the week of October 21 — 27, 2001 as "World Population Awareness Week." 1. The City Council considered the minutes from the regular Council Meeting of September 25, 2001. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the minutes from the regular Council Meeting of September 25, 2001. 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 Interim Finance Director to the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Interim Finance Director. 3. Approval of Resolution 200 1 -100 for the PIR expenditure to purchase new and replacement ball field fencing at Bassett Creek Park. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. 11 111VSLkOf'P1406 Council Minutes October 9, 2001 407 Public Hearing 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider adopting the proposed Assessment Roll for the Vera Cruz Street Project, Segment 2 Highway 100 Reconstruction. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. No one appeared before the Council. The Mayor 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. 2001-101 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR VERA CRUZ AVENUE, SEGMENT 2 HIGHWAY 100 STREET RECONSTRUCTION Voting aye: Meintsma, Grimes, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Joselyn and Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum W411ii I .- , �':��rd frf r 414 M� (J -r Ave i`', addressed the Council with his concerns about the sodding and concrete work for the Phase 5 Street Reconstruction Project. Robert Bellos from 6321 Brentwood Ave N addressed the Council with his question about his utility bill for 6616 - 58"' Ave N as well as the problems he is having with his neighbor's dog. Regular Agenda 1. The City Council recognized the LMHRC Award to the Crystal Human Rights Commission accepted by the Commission Chair Tess Moleski. 2. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance relating to tobacco penalties amending City Code subsection 1137.11 subdivisions 2 and 3 and adding subdivision 6. Council Member Krueger discussed the differences between the violation timeframes and penalties thereof and suggested shortening the suspension periods. He suggested that the Council re -visit the alcohol ordinance and change the suspension periods within to match the tobacco ordinance suspension periods. Joel Gomez, District Manager from SuperAmerica, residing at 808 - 104"' Lane NW in Coon Rapids, addressed the Council and submitted a letter opposing the proposed ordinance. 11 111 1)1 c,Rlll P, 1111- C'--, 407 1 Council Minutes October 9, 2001 '1: Council Member Krueger moved that the suspension dates be changed from ten to five days for the first violation; twenty to ten days for the second violation; and thirty to fifteen days for the third violation. There wasn't a second on the motion. Motion failed. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2001-07 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO TOBACCO PENALTIES AMENDING CITY CODE SUBSECTION 1137.11, SUBDIVISIONS 2 AND 3 AND ADDING SUBDIVISION 6. and further, that this be the second and final reading. Voting aye: Meintsma, Grimes, Anderson, Krueger, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Joselyn and Thonander. Motion carried. The City Council discussed a work session date and set it for November 29, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. to di m, , issucs including the 2002 Utility Fund Budget, the 2002 Budget (if needed), redistricting, and the neighborhood task force. 4. The City Council considered a request from North Metro Mayors Association for authorization to use revenues contributing to NYC's relief fund for the 9/11/01 disaster. Mayor Meintsma discussed that he did not believe revenues should not come from the City Budget for NYC's relief fund but instead suggested that council members and city staff consider making contributions. Informal Discussion and Announcements City Manager Anne Norris reminded the Council and audience of the "Walk `N Roll" event for children's mental health awareness on Saturday, October 13, 2001. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m. ATTEST: JJet'Le �is,ity Clerk I1 III IN I1,k11151% \Il\11\ C --I %-- Ml mint 11-9 MI — Motion Carried. 408 Council Work Session Minutes October 9, 2001 409 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a - Nork Se-, .wi of the i rystal City ,-uuncii was neld at 7:45 p.m. on October 9, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota in conference room A. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Grimes; absent: Joselyn and Thonander. Staff members present: City Manager Anne Norris; City Attorney Steve Bubul; Community Development Director Patrick Peters; Interim City Finance Director Beth Ulland; Recreation Director Gene Hackett. The City Council discussed the following: 1. Financial Advisory Commission recommendations regarding compensation 2. Recreation programming 3. Local regulation of train whistles 4. Partners for Enterprise 5. District 281 bond referendum 6. Twin West Mayor/Manager/Business Council 7. Target The work session adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Peter E. Meints a, ayor ATTEST: I Agiie Norris, Ci Manager Council Minutes October 23, 2001 410 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on October 23, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Joselyn; absent: Thonander. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris; Public Works Director Tom Mathisen; Community Development Director Patrick Peters; City Planner John Sutter; City Attorney Steve Bubul; and City Clerk Janet Lewis. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council considered the minutes from the regular Council Meeting and work session of October 9, 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes from the regular Council Meeting and work session of October 9, 2001. 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 Interim Finance Director to the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Interim Finance Director. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearings 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider adopting the proposed Assessment Roll for the Seal Coat Project #2001-1. Public Works Director Tom Mathisen presented to the Council and audience. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: ■ Janice Stewart, 5724 Rhode Island Ave N, submitted a letter of objection on the Seal coat Project to the Council. ■ Denise and Peter Erickson. 5215 Georgia Ave N, submitted a letter of objection with questions on the Seal coat Project to the Council. ■ Barb Christensen, 5818 Elmhurst Ave N, submitted a letter of complaint and objection on the Seal coat Project to the Council. III oeuuvti.v>nun--Inem..znoimmon'-d,. 410 Council Minutes October 23, 2001 411 The Mayor declared the first 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. 2001-102 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE SEALCOAT PROJECT #2001-1 Voting aye: Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Krueger, Joselyn, and Meintsma; absent, not voting.- Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider adopting the proposed Assessment Roll for the Phase 5 Sanitary Sewer and Driveway Project #2000-08, East Panhandle Street Reconstruction. Public Works Director Tom Mathisen presented to the Council and audience. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. No one addressed the Council. The Mayor declared the second public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent - RESOLUTION NO. 2001-103 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE PHASE 5 SANITARY SEWER AND DRIVEWAY SERVICE REPAIR PROJECT Voting aye: Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Krueger, Joselyn, and Meintsma; absent, not voting: Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the C!4y C-'ur'61 °.gill r"nnsidcw +"- -urrency exchange license application at 6036 - 42"® Avenue North submitted by Thomas Potts, Patricia Potts and Mark Roering. 0 IS X111"WIN" AM". t 1 411 Council Minutes October 23, 2001 412 Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to continue the public hearing for the proposed currency exchange license located at 6036 — 42nd Ave N until November 6, 2001 at 8:00 p.m. Motion carried. Open Forum Elizabeth Gonier from 6812 — 34th Ave N addressed the Council about her utility bill. It is noted that she actually brought this before the Council during the regular agenda instead of open forum. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered Application 2001-11 requesting: a) Comprehensive Pian Amendment to change the land use designation from Neighborhood Commercial to Medium Density Residential; (approval requires adoption of the following resolution with a simple majority) b) Rezoning from B-4 Community Commercial to R-3 Medium Density Residential; (Approval requires adoption of the ordinance change with a simple majority; the first reading is today and the second reading is on November 6th) c) Site Plan Review for construction of a two-family dwelling at 3200 Douglas Drive N. City Planner John Sutter presented to the Council and audience. Persons appearing before the Council on this matter were: ■ Tom Davis from 3342 Edgewood Ave N spoke in favor of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and site plan to the Council. ■ Realtor Brent Nelson from 9141 Medley Circle in Golden Valley spoke in favor of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the Council and proposed the possibility of a future townhouse development in the area. ■ Frank Caruso from 3234 Brunswick Ave N spoke against the Comprehensive Plan Amendment with concerns that the plan appears to be for a group home. ■ Lyn Koss from 3200 Colorado Ave N spoke to the Council about the process and procedure involved for the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and requested that they look closely at this specific proposal. ■ Peggy Gabbert from 3254 Brunswick Ave N spoke against the Comprehensive Plan Amendment. ■ Planning Commission Chair Paulette Magnuson from 3159 Jersey Ave N spoke to the Council requesting a clarification of the Planning Commission's initial vote. She requested that Council look at the precedent for the R-3 zoning. ■ Planning Commission Vice Chair Jane Eisen from 5419 Maryland Ave N spoke against the Comprehensive Plan Amendment because of the likely tax-exempt. ■ Michelle Berg from an undisclosed address sent an email addressing her concerns about this project. C\ 1I 111t,H(11 iP1,\I)\II^(umil �� \Iinul..2001 min I U 3i W J Council Minutes October 23, 2001 413 Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to continue the discussion of Application 2001-11 which includes the Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning from B-4 to R-3, and the site plan review until November but at the discretion of the City Manager to gather information on similar uses. This continuance includes an extension of the 60 -day decision period for up to an additional 60 days. Voting aye: Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Krueger, Joselyn, and Meintsma; absent, not voting: Thunander. Motion carried. 2. The Council considered Resolution 2001-104 supporting the ISD 281 Operating Levy Referendum. 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. 2001-104 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE ISD 281 OPERATING LEVY REFERENDUM Voting aye: Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Krueger, Joselyn, and Meintsma; absent, not voting: Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. The Council discussed the Northwest Corridor Initiatives with Community Development Director Patrick Peters giving updates on the initiatives. 4. The Council considered Resolution 2001-105 authorizing agreement to provide staking and inspection services for the Phase 5 Street Reconstruction Project #2000-8. Public Wiry.,: Di,ma., , r%. to the Council and audience on the status, challenges, and success of Phase 5 and then shared information about phases 6 through 9 with phase 6 tentatively beginning in 2003. 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: <, ILI\„ 1,R111 PI. > 11-1.z0,1,111.z1411- 413 Council Minutes October 23, 2001 414 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-105 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE STAKING AND INSPECTION SERVICES, PHASE 5 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT #2000-8 Voting aye: Grimes, Hoffmann, Anderson, Krueger, Joselyn, and Meintsma; absent, not voting: Thonander. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements Information was shared regarding the unlicensed solicitors with Operation House ID. City Manager reminded the Council of the AMM meeting on November 1, 2001 from 5:00 — 7:00 p.m Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:59 p.m. 6n::RA Peter E. Meintsma, a &-�. ATTEST: J net Lewis,City Clerk 414 Council Work Session Minutes October 23, 2001 415 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 9:05 p.m. on October 23, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota in conference room A. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Joselyn; absent: Thonander. Staff member present was City Manager Anne Norris. 1. Closing City Offices on December 24, 2001; and 2. Special Meeting pay for Council Members The work session adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Peter E. Mein s ATTEST - f Anne orris, i y Ma ager r 1 Council Minutes November 6, 2001 416 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on November 6, 2001 at 8:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Joselyn, and Thonander. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris, Public Works Director Tom Mathisen; Community Development Director Patrick Peters; City Planner John Sutter; City Attorney Steve Bubul; and City Clerk Janet Lewis. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Council was presented the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association Award of Excellence by Park & Recreation Advisory Commission Chair Thomas Jungroth. The Mayor acknowledged the donation from the VFW Post 494, which is designated to support Truancy Prevention Programs. The Council considered the minutes from the Regular City Council meeting and work session of October 23, 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes from the regular Council Meeting and work session of October 23, 2001. 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 Interim Finance Director to the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the Interim Finance Director. 3. Approval of Resolution 2001-106 approving expenditure of charitable gambling proceeds to purchase replacement banners on Bass Lake Road. 4. Approval of a special permit for use, consumption, and display of wine and beer at Bassett Creek Park on November 11, 2001 submitted by William O'Reilly, 3124 Welcome Ave N. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. I -1 11 \UAIIV Cnunul lb -1 11(l —11-2— d- 416 Council Minutes November 6, 2001 417 Public Hearings It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider a new, off -sale liquor license at MGM Liquor Warehouse, 6200 Bass Lake Road in Crystal submitted by Hayne Hyung Cho. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Mr. Hayne Cho was present and answered the Council's questions. The Mayor declared the first public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the application for an off -sale liquor license at MGM Liquor Warehouse, 6200 Bass Lake Road in Crystal submitted by Hayne Hyung Cho. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 2. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the proposed currency exchange license at 6036 — 42nd Ave N. submitted by Thomas Potts, Patricia Potts, and Mark Roering (continued from the October 23, 2001 Council Meeting). The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: ■ June Sandberg from 6016 — 42nd Ave N (Business Owner) discussed her concerns about this license and parking limitations. ■ Rod Sandberg from 6016 — 42nd Ave N (Business Owner) discussed his concerns with parking and the high volume of traffic associated with the applicants' business. ■ Tom Loftus from 4217 Adair Ave N discussed his concerns with parking limitations and stated he opposed this license. ■ Brad Carlson from 6000 — 42nd Ave N (Business Owner) discussed his concerns with public safety and parking limitations. ■ Sonia Schnapp from 4234 Adair Ave N asked questions relating to the nature of the business. ■ Thomas Potts (applicant) addressed the Council and audience and answered questions. The Mayor declared the second public hearing closed. 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: 417 Council Minutes November 6, 2001 418 RESOLUTION NO. 2001 RESOLUTION RELATING TO APPLICATION FOR A CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE AT 6036 — 42ND AVENUE NORTH By roll call and voting aye: Krueger, Thonander, and Joselyn. Voting no: Meintsma, Anderson, Grimes, and Hoffmann. Motion failed to approve the resolution. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to place the currency exchange application on the November 20, 2001 regular agenda. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. Open Forum No one appeared before the Council during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. The Council considered Application 2001-09 requesting a Variance for a detached garage at 6702 — 51st Place North (P.I.D. 08-118-21-13-0015) submitted by Brent J. Weyer (continued from September 25, 2001 Council Meeting). Mr. Bent Weyer presented his case for hardship and approval of the variance request to the Council. Motion I Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to deny the original variance request as recommended by staff and based on the findings of fact set forth in Section C.1 of the staff report Application 2001-09 requesting a Variance for a detached garage at 6702 — 51st Place North (P.I.D. 08-118-21-13-0015) submitted by Brent J. Weyer. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. Motion II Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact set forth in Section C.1 of the staff report, Staff Alternate #2 in place of the original, requested variance contained in Application 2001-9 for a detached garage at 6702 — 51st Place North (P.I.D. 08-118-21-13-0015) submitted by Brent J. Weyer. By roll call and voting aye: Thonander, Grimes, and Hoffmann. Voting no: Meintsma, Anderson, Joselyn, and Krueger. Motion failed. 418 Council Minutes November 6, 2001 419 2. The Council considered Resolution 2001-107 to continue participating in Metropolitan Council's Livable Communities Program 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. 2001-107 RESOLUTION ELECTING TO CONTINUE PARTICIPATING IN THE LOCAL HOUSING INCENTIVES ACCOUNT PROGRAM UNDER THE METROPOLITAN LIVABLE COMMUNITIES ACT Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 3. The Council considered Resolution 2001-108 adopting the Fee Schedule for 2002 (excluding utility billing rates and charges). Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-108 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FEE SCHEDULE FOR 2002 (EXCLUDING UTILITY BILLING RATES & CHARGES) Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The Council considered Resolution 2001-109 approving expenditure for Federal Grant Local Match funds used for supporting local law enforcement efforts. (Public Hearing not required) 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: 0 I -0t ra nnniry c , 1i .,i ,2001 -,H-6-2001 d- 419 Council Minutes November 6, 2001 420 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-109 RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPENDITURE FOR FEDERAL GRANT LOCAL MATCH FUNDS Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The Council considered Resolution 2001-110 approving Street Light Utility CIP expenditure for emergency repair of Bass Lake Road decorative street lights. 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. 2001-110 RESOLUTION APPROVING STREET LIGHT UTILITY CIP EXPENDITURE FOR REPAIR OF BASS LAKE ROAD DECORATIVE LIGHTS Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The Council considered Resolution 2001-111 approving the selection of a consultant for Inflow & Infiltration Sewer Backup Study. Public Works Director Tom Mathisen presented to the Council and audience. 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. 2001-111 RESOLUTION APPROVING CONTRACT NEGOTIATION FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES PROJECT #01-11 SOUTH CRYSTAL SEWER INFLOW STUDY & CORRECTION Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 11 1111] 1 oNUI P4 ""1" 1--1 Ifi-11.11 —.1l 1-2 l dm 420 Council Minutes November 6, 2001 421 7. The Council considered approving the Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with local Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local 44 and Local 56; and the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 49, on the 2002 city contribution for health insurance. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to approve the Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with local Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local 44 and Local 56; and the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 49, on the 2002 city contribution for health insurance. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 8. The Council considered approving the 2002 wage increase and city contribution for health insurance for all non -represented employees. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the 2002 wage increase and city contribution for health insurance for all non - represented employees. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann Motion carried. 9. The Council considered four resolutions approving lawful gambling premises permits for the Crystal Lions Club at Liquors Plus, 3530 Douglas Drive; Doyles Bowling, 5000 West Broadway; Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway; and Lions Pull Tab Parlor 6410 Bass Lake Road. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following four resolutions, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-112 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS AT 3530 DOUGLAS DRIVE RESOLUTION NO. 2001-113 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS AT 5000 WEST BROADWAY 421 1 1 Council Minutes November 6, 2001 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-114 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS AT 4900 WEST BROADWAY RESOLUTION NO. 2001-115 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS AT 6410 BASS LAKE ROAD 422 Voting aye: Grimes, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann; abstaining from voting: Thonander. Motion carried, resolutions declared adopted. 10. The Council considered Resolution 2001-116 approving expenditure to purchase a snow thrower for the Community Center. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent - RESOLUTION NO. 2001-116 RESOLUTION APPROVING PIR EXPENDITURE FOR PURCHASE OF A SNOW THROWER FOR THE CRYSTAL COMMUNITY CENTER Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 11. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance regulating the use of train whistles. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following ordinance: 11 111 11 uw Cwm-ene ..nw1 1.,11-v2w1111L 422 Council Minutes November 6, 2001 423 ORDINANCE NO. 2001 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LIMITATIONS ON USE OF TRAIN WHISTLES; ADDING SECTION 646 TO THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES and further, that the second reading be held on November 20, 2001. Motion carried. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. qaA3rm Peter E. Meintsma, _ ATTEST: Ja t Lewis, City Clerk 0 1 v 1i %maM V% "unm , 'N'm W, o I i-vaaia d— 423 i��C�vennber I Luo Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on November 20, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, and Thonander; absent Joselyn. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris; Police Chief Harry Algyer; Community Development Director Patrick Peters; City Planner John Sutter; City Attorney Steve Bubul; and City Clerk Janet Lewis. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Council considered the minutes from the regular City Council meeting of November 6, 2001. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the minutes from the regular Council Meeting of November 6, 2001. 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 Interim Finance Director to the City Council, a list that is on file, in the office of the Interim Finance Director. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Public Hearing 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the renewal application for a currency exchange license at 127 Willow Bend submitted by Michael Schroeder. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were Michael Schroeder, business owner for Cashway Checking, LLC located at 127 Willow Bend. The Mayor 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: 11,Nui IP1 IDMIN D IRI I -M 1--1—I I -211-0i do, 424 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-117 RESOLUTION RELATING TO APPLICATION FOR A CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE AT 127 WILLOW BEND IN CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum No one addressed the Council during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. David Lenzen of the TwinWest Chamber of Commerce presented to the Council. 2. The Council reconsidered Resolution 2001-118 approving the proposed currency exchange license at 6036 — 42"d Ave N. submitted by Thomas Potts, Patricia Potts, and Mark Roering. Tom Loftus from 4217 Adair Ave N. and Brad Carlson, owner of Big B's spoke to the Council. Thomas Potts, applicant and owner of Checks R Us at 6036 — 42nd Ave N addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Grimes to reconsider the resolution approving the currency exchange license at 6036 — 42"d Ave N from the November 6, 2001 Council Meeting. Motion carried. 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. 2001-118 RESOLUTION RELATING TO APPLICATION FOR A CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE AT 6036 — 42ND AVENUE NORTH Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. oxorri nnun uaxi m c,.a ,i i m-oi 425 3. The Council considered orders in the matter of suspension and civil penalties for liquor licensees for violation of ordinances and laws relating to the illegal sale of intoxicating liquor and 3.2 % malt liquor to underage persons by Crystal Liquors and SuperAmerica. Richard Marsolais, owner of Crystal Liquors at 5924 West Broadway addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Thonander to continue until December 4, 2001 the discussion of orders for Crystal Liquors in the matter of suspension and a civil penalty for violation of ordinances and laws relating to the illegal sale of intoxicating and 3.2% malt liquor to an underage person. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. Ron Meyer, representative from SuperAmerica addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to impose a $1,500 civil fine and a 3 day license suspension to begin on a Friday (with city staff determining the exact dates) for SuperAmerica Store #4187 for violation of ordinances and laws relating to the illegal sale of intoxicating and 3.2% malt liquor to an underage person. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. 4. The Council considered Application 2001-10 requesting a variance to reduce the front yard setback at 5755 Twin Lake Terrace (P.I.D. 03-118-21-32-0022) submitted by applicant and property owner Laurene Rick. City Planner John Sutter presented to the Council and audience. It is noted that he would like the Council to address unenclosed porches in the front yard encroachment at a later date. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Grimes to deny as recommended by and based on the findings of fact by the Planning Commission at its November 13, 2001 meeting, Application 2001-10 requesting a variance to reduce the front yard setback at 5755 Twin Lake Terrace (P.I.D. 03-118- 21-32-0022) submitted by applicant and property owner Laurene Rick. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. ONorr \nury-11 NII-o.ammi-zu. Im— 426 5. The Council considered a resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan, an ordinance rezoning property to R-3 Medium Density Residential, and approval of site and building plans for a two family dwelling proposed at 3200 Douglas Dr N (P.I.D. 21-118-21-23- 0114). City Planner John Sutter presented to the Council and audience. a) Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Mayor Meintsma to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001 - RESOLUTION AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO CHANGE THE FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION FOR 3200 DOUGLAS DRIVE NORTH FROM NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL TO MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL By roll call and voting aye: Anderson, Meintsma, and Krueger. Voting no: Thonander, Grimes, and Hoffmann; absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion failed. Council Member Hoffmann requested that the long range planning and use for all quadrant's of the intersection be researched before amendments to the Comprehensive Plan are made. Council Member Anderson agreed with Hoffmann and stated that Comprehensive Plan for this area must be reviewed and that the proposed amendments do not consider the larger area. b) Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to move the denial of the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2001 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE (APPENDIX I — ZONING) SUBSECTION 515.61, SUBDIVISIONS 9 AND 10 BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM B-4 COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL TO R-3 MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. -011P1 ,.,,,.D,N v, I--),,,�„ - 1,1- 427 c) Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to deny the proposed site plan for a two-family dwelling at 3200 Douglas Drive N. as it is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the failed zoning ordinance amendment. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. 6. The Council considered Resolution 2001-119 approving the Preliminary Plat for Crystal Business Park. City Planner John Sutter presented to the Council and audience. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-119 RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF CRYSTAL BUSINESS PARK Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The Council considered Resolution 2001-120 modifying the employee flexible benefits plan. 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. 2001-120 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE AMENDED CITY OF CRYSTAL FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2002 Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 1 -01,11 m, 428 8. The Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance regulating train whistles. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2001-8 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LIMITATIONS ON USE OF TRAIN WHISTLES; ADDING SECTION 646 TO THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES and further, that this be the second and final reading. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried. 9. The Council considered Resolution 2001-121 approving solicitation of consultant proposals for the street reconstruction study. 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. 2001-121 RESOLUTION APPROVING SOLICITATION OF CONSULTANT PROPOSALS FOR THE STREET RECONSTRUCTION OVERALL STUDY PART 2 Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 10. The Council considered Resolution 2001-122 approving non -budgeted expenditures from the Police Equipment Revolving Fund. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: 1 1.1o1 PI mum• uexi Ill ,, a, a -w- y,, 429 1 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-122 RESOLUTION APPROVING PERF EXPENDITURES FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO THE PURCHASE OF DIGITAL PHOTO IMAGE BOOKING EQUIPMENT AND FINGERPRINTING INTERFACE Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements City Manager reminded the Council about the November 29th Work Session that will begin at 730 p.m. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, ayor ATTEST: Janet Lewis, City Clerk -01T.-WIN D,NLLN] --] -- 20- 430 Council Work Session Minutes November 29, 2001 431 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:30 p.m. on November 29, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota in conference room A. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Grimes, Joselyn and Thonander. Staff members present: City Manager Anne Norris; Finance Director Stefanie Dunfee; Assistant Finance Director Beth Ulland; and Public Works Director Tom Mathisen. The City Council discussed the following: 1. Utility Fund Budgets and proposed rates 2. Updates on Highway 100 pedestrian bridge 3. 2002 General Fund Budget 4. Prepayment of Community Center Bonds - using the fund balance 5. City-wide clean up project The work session adjourned at 9:42 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, a r -Al N1*1 1 Anne Norris, City IVlanager 1 Council Work Session Minutes December 4, 2001 432 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:30 p.m. on December 4, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota in conference room A. The City Manager called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Joselyn, and Thonander. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris, Code Enforcement & Neighborhood Coordinator Rebecca Brown; and Community Development Director Patrick Peters. The Council discussed the Neighborhood Commission The work session adjourned at 6:57 p.m. ATTEST: i Anne Norris, City M.Anager Peter E. Meintsma, Mayor Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on December 4, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Joselyn, and Thonander. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris; Police Chief Harry Algyer; Substitute City Attorney Karen Cole; and City Clerk Janet Lewis. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Council considered the minutes from the regular City Council meeting of November 20, 2001 and the work session of November 29, 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the minutes from the regular Council Meeting of November 20, 2001 and the work session of November 29, 2001. 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 Resolution 2001-123 authorizing the preparation of specifications and advertisement for bids for the sale of two impounded vehicles. 4. Approval of authorizing the P.I.L.O.T. Agreement with CIP for the property at 5101 — 56' Ave N. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. Open Forum No one addressed the Council during open forum. Regular Agenda 1. Melodie Hanson from Robbinsdale Area Redesign presented "Walking the Talk" to the Council and audience. The Award in Excellence was presented to Police Chief Algyer for the Police Department. 433 2. The Council considered the private kennel license application for 4737 Xenia Ave N, submitted by Jennifer Rivard. Jennifer Rivard was present and answered the Council's questions. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the private kennel license application for 4737 Xenia Ave N submitted by Jennifer Rivard. Motion carried. 3. The Council considered orders in the matter of suspension and civil penalty for Crystal Liquor's at 5924 West Broadway for violation of ordinances and laws relating to the sale of intoxicating liquor and 3.2 % malt liquor to an underage person. Crystal Liquor's business owner Richard Marsolais was present and addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Joselyn to impose a 10 -day license suspension to occur after the holidays and $2,000 civil fine for violation of ordinances and laws relating to the sale of intoxicating liquor and 3.2 % malt liquor to an underage person by Crystal Liquors at 5924 West Broadway. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 4. The Council considered Resolution 2001-124approving the MNDOT permanent easement for Highway 100 Pedestrian Bridge. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-124 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE DEDICATED TRAIL EASEMENT AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT WITH THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 434 5. The Council considered Resolution 2001-125 approving a Lawful Gambling Premises Permit at 4947 West Broadway, submitted by the Knights of Columbus Council # 3656. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-125 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING A CERTAIN PREMISE PERMIT AT 4947 WEST BROADWAY Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance modifying kennel license dates under City Code Section 910.03, subd. 2. Council Member Hoffmann inquired if the new date should be changed from April 1 to May 1. Moved by Council Member Hoffmann and seconded by Council Member Krueger to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2001 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO KENNEL LICENSES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTION 910.03, SUBDIVISION 2 and further, that the second and final reading be held on December 18, 2001. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 7. The Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance amending City Council compensation for years 2003, 2004, and 2005. Council Member Anderson inquired about striking out the information included from 1997 through 2000. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Anderson to adopt the following ordinance: I ,arn Pti aunun C� ,. I N1 w 21111 1 m„ 04-2(1111 d, 435 ORDINANCE NO. 2001 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SALARIES OF ELECTED OFFICIALS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTION 211.01, SUBDIVISION 1 and further, that the second and final reading be held on December 18, 2001. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 8. The Council considered Resolution 2001-126 approving the notice of call for redemption of the Community Center Bonds. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-126 RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE PREPAYMENT AND REDEMPTION OF CERTAIN OUTSTANDING GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 9. The Council considered Resolution 2001-127 authorizing submission of the application for grant funds from the Department of Natural Resources for a fishing pier in Twin Lake at Bernard Ave N. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-127 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDS FROM THE DNR FOR A FISHING PIER AT BERNARD AVENUE NORTH 436 Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, Mayor ATTEST: Janet Lewis, City Clerk 437 1 Council Minutes December 18, 2001 438 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on December 18, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive in Crystal Minnesota. The secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Joselyn, and Thonander. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris; Police Chief Harry Algyer; City Attorney Steve Bubul; Pubic Works Director Tom Mathisen; Finance Director Stefanie Dunfee; Police Captain Dave Oyaas; Assistant City Manager Angie Nalezny; and City Clerk Janet Lewis. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Council considered the minutes from the regular City Council meeting and the work session of December 4, 2001. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to approve the minutes from the regular City Council meeting and the work session of December 4, 2001. 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. Acceptance of Alice Swanson's resignation from of the Financial Advisory Commission effective December 31, 2001. 4. Acceptance of Randy Kiser's resignation from of the Environmental Quality Commission effective December 31, 2001. 5. Approval of a solicitor's permit for the Fund for Public Interest Research submitted by Kerr Mahnke at 1313 — 5th Street SE, Minneapolis MN 55414. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried. The Mayor presented awards to the 2001 Crystal Sparkles Lighting Contest winners Single Family Residential Display winners: 3rd Place: Keith and Sue Weiman 2nd Place: Roger Regnier 1st Place: Clarence and Leone Kubiszewski U I 1 I ti) S -011 Pti \D\I IN C --I 11-1 IJOI ---18-2001 Jia 438 Council Minutes December 18, 2001 Multi -Family Residential Display winners: 2nd Place: Calibre Chase Apartment Community 1st Place: The Heathers Manor Neighborhood Display: 1st Place: 38th & Zane 439 The Mayor acknowledged the following donations received for the Recreation Department Activity Scholarship Fund.- Charles und: Charles Knaeble VFW Post 494 $1,000 Cyclo -Cross Bike Race — Loon State Cyclists $ 858 Public Hearings 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the adoption of the 2002 tax levy, amending the 2001 City of Crystal General Fund Budget and adopting the 2002 City of Crystal Budget. Finance Director Stefanie Dunfee presented to the Council and audience. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard were: Edith Kelnhofer, 4523 Brunswick Ave N Dave Elsbury, 5937 Jersey Ave N Al Graham, 6817 — 52nd Ave N Jim Morris, 4522 Brunswick Ave N The Mayor declared the first public hearing closed. a) Moved by Council Member Joselyn and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-128 RESOLUTION LEVYING TAXES FOR CERTIFICATION TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR FOR PAYABLE 2002 Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. b) Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: oxui I I—,IV 1--1 m„xw o „12-1 u1 m- 439 Council Minutes December 18, 2001 440 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-129 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2001 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AND ADOPTING THE 2002 BUDGET Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing to consider vacating the west half of Nevada Ave N lying south of 32nd Ave North. Moved by Council Member Krueger and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to continue the public hearing until January 2, 2002 for the proposed vacation of the west half of Nevada Ave N. lying south of 32nd Ave. Motion carried. 3. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Meintsma declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing to consider a resolution vacating a platted drainage and utility easement at 6702 — 51St Place North. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning the matter. No one addressed the Council. The Mayor declared the third public hearing closed. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Thonander to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-130 RESOLUTION VACATING A PORTION OF A PLATTED DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT AT 6702 — 51ST PLACE NORTH IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum Al Graham from 6817 — 52"d Ave N spoke to the Council about his concerns regarding the need for stop signs, flashing lights, and police patrol in his neighborhood (Douglas Drive/Louisiana/52nd Ave). (1 ISIS) Sop( I1I'S AI) IIINC IN1mm.@up1-12-In-2001d 440 Council Minutes December 18, 2001 441 Regular Agenda 1. The City Council considered Resolution 2001-131 approving the Joint Powers Agreement for Project P.E.A.C.E. Police Chief Alyger presented to the Council and audience. Linda Ireland, 5012 Fairview Ave N spoke against the agreement with Project P.E.A.C.E Home Free Manager Laura Landis, 3409 Kilmer Ave N of Plymouth spoke against the agreement with Project P.E.A.C.E Home Free Development Coordinator Anita Quinn spoke against the agreement with Project P.E.A.C.E Dr. Barb Johnston, 5003 Fairview Ave N, spoke against the agreement with Project P.E.A.C.E Sara Ireland, 5012 Fairview Ave N spoke against the agreement with Project P.E.A.C.E Home Free Director Mary M spoke against the agreement with Project P.E.A.C.E Marty Gates, 5108 — 48th Ave N spoke against the agreement with Project P.E.A.C.E Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent - RESOLUTION NO. 2001-131 RESOLUTION APPROVING PROJECT PEACE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Voting no: Krueger. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 2. The City Council discussed the concerns from area residents regarding speeding on Hampshire Avenue North. Public Works Director Tom Mathisen presented to the Council and audience. Chief Algyer suggested that City Staff acquire more information on the subject and discuss at a later date with the Council and residents. Mike Baack, 4100 Hampshire Ave N. Al Graham, 6817 — 52"d Ave N Grace Lawson, 6700 — 41St Ave N 3. The City Council considered the Second and Final Reading of an ordinance modifying kennel license dates under City Code Section 910.03, subd. 2. Moved by Council Member Grimes and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adopt the following ordinance: 11 111 1� v -01TI 441 1 Council Minutes December 18, 2001 442 ORDINANCE NO. 2001-09 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO KENNEL LICENSES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTION 910.03, SUBDIVISION 2 and further, that this be the Second and Final reading. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. 4. The City Council considered the Second and Final Reading of an ordinance amending City Council compensation for years 2003, 2004, and 2005. Moved by Council Member Anderson and seconded by Council Member Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2001-10 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SALARIES OF ELECTED OFFICIALS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTION 211.01, SUBDIVISION 1 and further, that this be the Second and Final reading. Voting aye: Grimes, Thonander, Joselyn, Krueger, Anderson, Meintsma, and Hoffmann. Motion carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements City Manager Anne Norris reminded the Council and audience that the next Council meeting would be on Wednesday, January 2, 2002. Moved by Council Member Thonander and seconded by Council Member Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. &4� �5 -!&-1 Peter E. Meintsma, ay ATTEST: Janet Lewis, City Clerk Motion Carried. 442 Council Work Session Minutes December 18, 2001 443 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held at 9:30 p.m. on December 18, 2001 at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota in conference room A. The secretary called the roll and the following were present: Anderson, Grimes, Krueger, Meintsma, Hoffmann, Joselyn, and Thonander. Staff members present were: City Manager Anne Norris; Assistant City Manager Angie Nalezny; Finance Director Stefanie Dunfee; and City Clerk Janet Lewis. The Council discussed the annual Commission Dinner, redesign of the city newsletter and new city logo. The work session adjourned at 10:00 p.m. Peter E. Meintsma, ayor ATTEST: Japet Lewis, City Clerk