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1991 City Council MinutesJanuary 2, 1991 page 706 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on January 2, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, 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 of December 18, 1990. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of December 18, 1990 making the following exceptions: Page 701 - last paragraph - change to read "an amendment moved by Councilmember Moravec . . ."; Page 702 - second paragraph - delete the words "to adopt the main motion"; Page 703 - change first motion on page to read "the vacant position of the Community Development Director . ." Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following Public Hearing: 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider a second-hand goods dealer's license at 3542 Douglas Drive as requested by Janet M. Wernet. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard were: Janet Wernet. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve a second-hand goods dealer's license for Janet M. Wernet dba Second Shift, 3542 Douglas Drive. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered the resignation of James J. Barden, 6813 - 45th Place, from the Planning Commission. January 2, 1991 page 707 Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the resignation of James J. Barden, 6813 - 45th Place, from the Planning Commission, and direct staff to send a letter of thanks and appreciation to Mr. Barden. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered the applications of David Anderson, 2949 Hampshire Avenue North; Bruce William Smith, 5701 Rhode Island Avenue North; and Debra K. Guertin, 6511 - 58th Avenue North for reappointment and the applications of Steven C. Leppa, 4816 Quail Avenue North and Robert W. Tatley, 5921 - 47th Avenue North for appointment to the Planning Commission for 3 -year terms expiring December 31, 1993. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to reappoint Debra K. Guertin, 6511 - 58th Avenue North, to the Planning Commission for a 3 -year term expiring December 31, 1993 as Section II Commissioner and Steven C. Leppa, 4816 Quail Avenue North, as Ward 3 Commissioner, for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 1991. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to reappoint David Anderson, 2949 Hampshire Avenue North, and Bruce Smith, 5701 Rhode Island Avenue North, to the Planning Commission for 3 -year terms expiring December 31, 1993. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered the applications of Linda E. Museus, 3926 Idaho Avenue North; Renee Werner, 6924 - 35th Avenue North; and James Allen Brown, 5313 Hampshire Avenue North for reappointment to the Human Relations Commission for 3 -year terms expiring December 31, 1993. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to reappoint Linda Museus, 3926 Idaho Avenue North, Renee Werner, 6924 - 35th Avenue North, and James Allen Brown, 5313 Hampshire Avenue North, to the Human Relations Commission for 3 -year terms expiring December 31, 1993. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered the applications of Rollie Smothers, 6315 - 55th Avenue North and Liz Reid, 5417 Vera Cruz Avenue North for reappointment and the application of Greg Ertz, 5249 Vera Cruz Avenue North for appointment to the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission for 3 -year terms expiring December 31, 1993. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to reappoint Rollie Smothers, 6315 - 55th Avenue North, and Liz Reid, 5417 Vera Cruz Avenue North, and appoint Greg Ertz, 5249 Vera Cruz Avenue North, to the Park & Recreation January 2, 1991 page 708 Advisory Commission for 3 -year terms expiring December 31, 1993. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered the applications of Phyllis Isaacson, 7000 Lombardy Lane; Jerome Farrell, 2908 Jersey Avenue North; and Mary Pat Hanauska, 5848 Hampshire Avenue North for reappointment to the Environmental Quality Commission for 3 -year terms expiring December 31, 1993. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to reappoint Phyllis Isaacson, 7000 Lombardy Lane; Jerome Farrell, 2908 Jersey Avenue North; and Mary Pat Hanauska, 5848 Hampshire Avenue North to the Environmental Quality Commission for 3 -year terms expiring December 31, 1993. Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered the selection of a Mayor Pro Tem for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to appoint Councilmember Irving as Mayor Pro Tem for the year 1991. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered the designation of the official depository for the City of Crystal for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Carlson to designate Norwest Crystal Bank as the official depository for the City of Crystal for the year 1991 up to and including the month of July, 1991. No second was received. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to designate Norwest Crystal Bank as the official depository for the City of Crystal for the year 1991. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered the designation of the official newspaper for the City of Crystal for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to designate Crystal/Robbinsdale Post News as the official newspaper for the City of Crystal for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to table to the next regular Council meeting for a more understandable explanation of rates from both Crystal/Robbinsdale Post News and the Star Tribune. By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson, Grimes. Motion Carried. January 2, 1991 page 709 9. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to appoint Councilmember Moravec as the liaison to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission for the year 1991. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to the Environmental Quality Commission for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to appoint Councilmember Joselyn as the liaison to the Environmental Quality Commission for the year 1991. Motion Carried. 11. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to the Human Relations Commission for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to appoint Councilmember Carlson as the liaison to the Human Relations Commission for the year 1991. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to appoint Councilmember Grimes as the liaison to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for the year 1991. Motion Carried. 13. The City Council considered the appointment of a representative and an alternate to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to appoint Mayor Herbes and City Manager Dulgar as the representatives and Councilmember Carlson as the alternate to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for the year 1991. Motion Carried. 14. The City Council considered the appointment of a representative to the Joint Water Commission for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to appoint Councilmember Langsdorf as the representative to the Joint Water Commission for the year 1991. Motion Carried. 1 l� January 2, 1991 page 710 Motion Carried. 15. The City Council considered the appointment of representatives to the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to appoint Councilmember Irving and City Manager Dulgar as representatives to the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission for the year 1991. Motion Carried. 16. The City Council considered the designation of a representative and an alternate legislative contact person for 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to appoint City Manager Dulgar as the representative and Mayor Herbes as the alternate legislative contact person for 1991. Motion Carried. 17. The City Council considered the appointment of a Commissioner and Alternate Commissioner on the Bassett Creek Flood Control Commission for a 3 -year term expiring January 31, 1994. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to appoint City Engineer Monk as Commissioner and Mayor Herbes as the Alternate Commissioner on the Bassett Creek Flood Control Commission for a 3 -year term expiring January 31, 1994. Motion Carried. 18. The City Council considered the appointment of a Commissioner and Alternate Commissioner on the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission for a 3 -year term expiring February, 1994. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to appoint City Engineer Monk as Commissioner and Mayor Herbes as Alternate Commissioner on the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission for a 3 -year term expiring February, 1994. Motion Carried. 19. Bill Morris of Decision Resources appeared to discuss the community survey. 20. The City Council considered a Lawful Gambling Premise Permit for Catholic Eldercare at Knights of Columbus, 4947 West Broadway. January 2, 1991 page 711 Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-1 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 21. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance Amendment for Adjustment of Utility Rates. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-1 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SEWER, WATER AND STREET LIGHTING RATES AND CHARGES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODES SUBSECTION 710.05 AND SUBSECTION 715.13, SUBDIVISIONS 1 AND 4 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 22. The City Council considered an amendment of contract for Comp Plan Preparation with Hoisington Group, Inc. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to continue discussion to the next regular City Council meeting and invite Mr. Hoisington of Hoisington Group, Inc. to speak to the Council regarding the amendment of contract for Comprehensive Plan Preparation. Motion Carried. 23. The City Council considered a policy for Health/Life Insurance contributions for regular full and part-time City employees who are called to active duty for military. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve the policy for Health/Life Insurance contributions for regular full and part-time City employees who are called to active duty for military as drafted. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 8:20 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:35 p.m. January 2, 1991 page 712 24. The City Council considered Proposals from Prosecuting Attorneys for Crystal 1991-92-93. Those firms interviewed by the City Council were: 1. Wurst, Pearson, Larson, Underwood & Mertz (Roger Fellows and Jim Larson of the firm appeared) 2. Rosenthal, Rondoni, MacMillan & Joyner, Ltd. (Peter MacMillan, Paul Rosenthal and Francis Rondoni of the firm appeared) 3. Holmes & Graven, Chartered (David Kennedy, Paul Baertschi ad Steven Tallen of the firm appeared) Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to appoint the firm of Rosenthal, Rondoni, MacMillan and Joyner, Ltd. as Prosecuting Attorney for the City of Crystal for 1991-92-93; and further to authorize Mayor and City Manager to sign such agreement. By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; abstaining: Moravec. Motion Carried. 25. Bill Monk gave a report on usage of municipal parking lots in Becker Park area. The Council directed staff to contact businesses in the area regarding customer/employee parking in the municipal parking lots in the Becker Park area due to complaints of lack of customer parking space. 26. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance Relating to Salaries of Members of the City Council. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SALARIES OF MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL; REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 210.09, SUBDIVISION 1, CLAUSES (c) AND (d) AND SUBSECTION 210.091, SUBDIVISION 2, CLAUSES (c) and (d) and further, that the second and final reading be held on January 15, 1991. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve 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, and further, January 2, 1991 page 713 that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m. ' Mayor ATTEST: ' City Clerk 1 January 15, 1991 page 714 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on January 15, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent: Carlson. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Nancy Gohman, Assistant Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor acknowledged a contribution from Doyles Bowling Lanes (Minnesota State Bowling Proprietors Association) in the amount of $1,300 to be used for youth activities in the Park & Recreation Department. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of January 2, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of January 2, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following Public Hearing: 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider proposed improvements to 36th Avenue between Welcome Avenue and Louisiana Avenue. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard were: Pete Carlson of Rieke, Carroll, Muller Associates, Inc. (RCM); Tom Shiek, 6000-02 - 36th Avenue North; Bonnie Menshek, 5607 - 36th Avenue North; Gail Stanius, 5711 - 36th Avenue North; Reuben Lundquist, 3548 Jersey Avenue North; Adrian Rygg, 4120 Brunswick Avenue North; Dan Newman, 6003 - 36th Avenue North; and Barry Kline, 5905 - 36th Avenue North. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-2 January 15, 1991 page 715 RESOLUTION RELATING TO PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS: ORDERING THE CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 91-1 (36TH AVENUE NORTH) By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The Mayor called a recess at 8:30 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:40 p.m. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered a variance to expand a non- conforming sign (non -conforming in size) at 5400 West Broadway (McDonalds) as requested by Al Sterner of Attracta Signs. Al Sterner, Attracta Signs, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve authorization to grant a variance to expand a non -conforming sign, said non -conformity being the existing sign (198.4 sq. ft.) does not meet the required setback of 24 feet from the property line, and to grant a variance of 21 ft. 2 inches in the required 28 ft. setback for a proposed 248 sq. ft. sign at 5400 West Broadway (McDonalds) as requested by Al Sterner of Attracta Signs. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered a variance to the setback requirements for a free-standing sign at 6918 - 56th Avenue North (Walgreens) as requested by Semper Holding. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to continue until February 5, 1991 the discussion of authorization to grant a variance of 11 ft. to the required 21 ft. setback to allow a free standing sign to be installed at 6918 - 56th Avenue North advertising businesses at 6918 - 56th Avenue North and 6924 - 56th Avenue North as requested by Semper Holding, and further that a free standing sign will not be permitted at 6924 - 56th Avenue North for the duration of the combined signage. Motion Carried. 3. Fred Hoisington of Hoisington Group, Inc. appeared before the Council to discuss the amendment to a contract with Hoisington Group, Inc. to include Image Concepts as part of the Comprehensive Plan. Also appearing was Harold Skjelbostad who spoke relative to Image Concepts. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve an amendment to the existing contract with Hoisington Group, Inc. for the Comprehensive Plan to include January 15, 1991 page 716 the Image Concepts, an Additional Plan Text, at a cost of $8,500, thus, amending the total contract price from $44,500 to $53,000. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance Relating to Salaries of Members of the City Council. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to continue consideration of the Second Reading of an Ordinance Relating to Salaries to Members of the City Council to the February 5, 1991 City Council meeting and direct staff to redraft the ordinance to be consistent with the action taken by the City Council (to exclude from the 1991 Budget the 5 percent increase in Council salaries scheduled to go into effect January 1, 1991) at its meeting of December 18, 1990. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered a contract with Workplace Environments, Inc. for the next phase of City Hall Renovation Project. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to continue until February 5, 1991 the discussion of entering into a contract with Workplace Environments, Inc. to develop a detailed plan for the expansion and remodeling of the City's present offices so action may be taken with a full Council in attendance. Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered approval of the final payment to Donlar Construction Company for the Crystal Community Center. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the final payment in the amount of $1,985 for the construction of the Crystal Community Center as recommended by the Public Works Director. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered a resolution amending the original Joint Powers Agreement authorizing membership of the City in Pets Under Police Security (PUPS) and appointing a Director and Alternate Director to be on the PUPS Board of Directors. A. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-3 RESOLUTION RELATING TO ANIMAL CONTROL: AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 90-54 January 15, 1991 page 717 AUTHORIZING MEMBERSHIP OF THE CITY IN PETS UNDER POLICE SECURITY (PUPS) By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to appoint City Manager Jerry Dulgar as Director and Police Chief James Mossey as Alternate Director on the Pets Under Police Security (PUPS) Board of Directors. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered a recommendation from the Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission to remove Anthony Brace, 4169 Adair Avenue North, from the Commission due to excessive absences. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve a recommendation from the Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission to remove Anthony Brace, 4169 Adair Avenue North, from the Commission due to excessive absences. Motion Carried. 9. The City Council continued the consideration of the designation of an official newspaper for the City of Crystal for the year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to designate Crystal/Robbinsdale Post News as the official newspaper for the City of Crystal for the year 1991. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered a resolution approving Joint Power Agreement with Robbinsdale and Brooklyn Center for Enforcement of Ordinances on Twin Lake. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent, with Police Chief Mossey being appointed the Representative on the Board of Directors: RESOLUTION NO. 91-4 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT: AUTHORIZING MEMBERSHIP OF THE CITY IN THE TWIN LAKES JOINT POWERS ORGANIZATION January 15, 1991 page 718 By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 11. The City Council considered the 1991 Contract with Union Local #49 (Heavy Equipment Operator, Mechanic, Light Equipment Operator, Sewer/Water Maintenance Worker and Parkkeeper) and the City of Crystal. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve the 1991 Contract with Union Local #49 (Heavy Equipment Operator, Mechanic, Light Equipment Operator, Sewer/Water Maintenance Worker and Parkkeeper) and the City of Crystal as recommended by the Assistant Manager. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council considered the 1991 salaries and insurance for non -organized employees of the City of Crystal. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Langsdorf to approve staff's recommendation of increase for the 1991 salaries and an increase health and life insurance contribution of $25, $245, for non -organized employees of the City retroactive to January 1, 1991. Position Jan. 1. 1991 Custodian $18,458 Switchboard Operator 20,842 Park Secretary 20,842 Health Dept. Secretary 23,613 Building Dept. Clerk 23,859 Building Coordinator 24,205 Police Secretary 26,822 Utility Billing Clerk 260,690 Payroll Clerk 26,690 Administration Clerk 26,745 Assessing/Comm. Dev. Clerk 26,745 Admin. Secretary 29,228 Specials/Eng. Clerk 29,246 Engrg. Aide II 29,227 Accounting Clerk 33,165 Records/Office Manager 33,181 Appraiser 37,663 Engrg. Aide IV 37,655 Recreation Supervisor 37,670 Building Inspector 40,732 Supervising Sanitarian 40,732 Juvenile Specialist 38,848 Comm. Develop. Coord. 40,690 Park Superintendent 40,817 Asst. Finance Dir. 40,830 City Assessor 42,336 Councilmember a 4 percent in the City's from $220 to of Crystal, January 15, 1991 page 719 Asst. Park & Rec. Dir. Street Superintendent City Clerk Water & Sewer Superintendent Park & Rec. Director Fire Chief/Marshal Assistant Manager City Treas./Finance Director Public Works Director Chief of Police Moved by Councilmember Moravec Langsdorf to approve the list submitted by the City Clerk to which is on file in the office that such list be incorporated motion as though set forth in 40,830 43,867 43,950 45,995 50,620 45,993 49,926 55,680 55,680 60,559 Motion Carried. and seconded by Councilmember of license applications as the City Council, a list of of the City Clerk, and further, into and made a part of this full herein. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a five minute recess at 10:00 p.m. and advised the audience and television viewers that at 10:05 p.m. the City Council would go into Executive Session to discuss the lawsuit with Veit & Company, Incorporated regarding a contract for work performed on Memory Lane Pond. The Executive Session was closed and the Regular Council Meeting reconvened at 10:55 p.m. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:58 p.m. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk r L 1 February 5, 1991 page 720 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on February 5, 1991 at 7:14 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council recessed at 7:15 to reconvene the Economic Development Authority meeting. The City Council meeting was reconvened at 7:18 p.m. The Mayor acknowledged the attendance of Boy Scout Troop #289. Karen O'Reilly of the Crystal Merchants Association for the Crystal Shopping Center appeared before the City Council to make a presentation to the Police Department for their efforts in the Vested Interest Policing Program. The Mayor read a proclamation proclaiming Volunteers of America Week, March 3-10, 1991 in the City of Crystal. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of January 15, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of January 15, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of an itinerant food establishment license at Elk's Club, 5410 Lakeland Ave. N., for a benefit fund raiser by Boy Scout Troop #530 on January 24, 1991. 2. Consideration of an itinerant food establishment license at Norwest Bank, 6225 - 42nd Avenue North, for February 4 through February 8, 1991. 3. Consideration of a 1 -day temporary On -Sale Liquor License on April 5, 1991 with waiver of the fee, as requested by Knights of Columbus #3656, 4947 West Broadway for their Annual Cadillac Dinner. February 5, 1991 page 721 4. Consideration of the First Reading of an Ordinance amending Ordinance #90-22 relating to the City Charter (to correct a typo in the date). 5. Consideration of the letter of resignation from the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission of Rollie Smothers. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered an application for appointment to the Advisory Board of the N.W. Hennepin Human Services Council from Marty Gates, 5108 - 48th Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to recommend the appointment of Marty Gates, 5108 - 48th Avenue North, for appointment to the Advisory Board of the N.W. Hennepin Human Services Council as a Crystal representative on the Board. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council continued consideration of a variance request for a free-standing sign for Walgreens at 6918 - 56th Avenue North as requested by Semper Holding. Cathy Vekich appeared and was heard. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve authorization to grant a variance of 11 ft. to the required 21 ft. setback to allow a free standing sign to be installed at 6918 - 56th Avenue North advertising businesses at 6918 - 56th Avenue North and 6924 - 56th Avenue North as requested by Semper Holding, and further that it is agreed that a free standing sign will not be permitted at 6924 - 56th Avenue North for the duration of the combined signage by the current property owner and its successors. By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Moravec; voting no: Joselyn, Langsdorf. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered a request to rezone property at 3431 Douglas Drive from R-3 (Medium Density Residential) District to R-4 (High Density Residential) District, to issue a building permit, and to consider a site improvement agreement as requested by Kenneth Ernst. Kenneth Ernst appeared and was heard. February 5, 1991 page 722 A. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LANDS and further, that the second and final reading be held on February 19, 1991. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve authorization to issue a building permit to relocate a 7 unit building to 3431 Douglas Drive, subject to standard procedure. Motion Carried. C. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve site improvement agreement as a prerequisite to the approval of the building permit for property located at 3431 Douglas Drive, as recommended by the Public Works Director. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 8:10 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:18 p.m. 4. The City Council considered a resolution establishing a municipal procurement policy for food service containers. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-5 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A MUNICIPAL PROCUREMENT POLICY FOR FOOD SERVICE CONTAINERS By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing Minnesota Communities Program Application Commitment Agreement. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: February 5, 1991 page 723 RESOLUTION NO. 91-6 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MINNESOTA COMMUNITIES PROGRAM APPLICATION COMMITMENT AGREEMENT By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The City Council considered the First Reading of a Personnel Ordinance, Employee Review Committee, and Personnel Rules and Regulations. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION: RULES & REGULATIONS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE BY ADDING SECTIONS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 315.07, SUBDIVISION 8: REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 310 and further, that the second and final reading be held on February 19, 1991. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council continued consideration of the Second Reading of an Ordinance Relating to Salaries of Members of the City Council. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-2 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SALARIES OF MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL: REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 210.09, SUBDIVISION 1, CLAUSES (c) AND (d) AND SUBSECTION 210.09, SUBDIVISION 2, CLAUSES (c) AND (d) and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered a salary increase for firefighters and fire officers. February 5, 1991 page 724 Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve a 4 percent increase in pay to firefighters and fire officers retroactive to January 1, 1991. Motion Carried. 9. The City Council continued consideration of approval of a contract with Workplace Environments, Inc. for the next phase of City Hall Renovation Project. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve entering into a contract with Workplace Environments, Inc. to develop a detailed plan for the expansion and remodeling of the City's present offices, not to exceed $33,000 and further that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to sign such an agreement. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance relating to the terms of Advisory Commission members. Moved by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ADVISORY COMMISSIONS: TERMS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 305.49 BY ADDING A SUBDIVISION and further, that the second and final reading be held on February 19, 1991. Motion Failed for lack of a second. The consensus of the City Council was to refer back to staff to redraft as directed by Council for a First Reading. 11. The City Council considered a change in the meeting date/time of the regular City Council meeting of May 21, 1991. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf that the regularly scheduled City Council meeting of May 21, 1991 begin at 8 p.m. rather than 7 p.m. due to the School Board Election. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council considered a resolution approving use of charitable gambling funds for vertical blinds at Crystal Community Center. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: February 5, 1991 page 725 RESOLUTION NO. 91-7 RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPENDITURE OF CHARITABLE GAMBLING FUNDS FOR CUSTOM VERTICAL BLINDS FOR THE CRYSTAL AND MINNESOTA ROOMS AT THE CRYSTAL COMMUNITY CENTER By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 13. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance establishing a storm water utility and related resolution on fee schedule. A. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO STORM SEWER SYSTEM: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE BY ADDING SECTION 725 and further, that the second and final reading be held on February 19, 1991. By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Grimes. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-8 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING BASIC RATE FOR IMPROVING, MAINTAINING AND OPERATING THE STORM SEWER SYSTEM OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 14. The City Council considered a resolution for contract with Honeywell for the Crystal Community Center security system. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: February 5, 1991 page 726 RESOLUTION NO. 91-9 RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPENDITURE OF CHARITABLE GAMBLING FUNDS FOR SECURITY SYSTEM AT CRYSTAL COMMUNITY CENTER By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; abstaining: Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The Mayor called a recess at 9:35 p.m. to cover Item #8 on the Economic Development Authority Agenda regarding Wilshire Avenue/County Road 81 intersection plan to allow Council action on this item. The City Council meeting was reconvened at 10:07 p.m. 15. The City Council considered the approval of intersection plan at Wilshire Avenue/County Road 81 for submission to Hennepin County. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve Concept 2A of County Road 81/Wilshire Avenue intersection study with referral to Hennepin County for consideration of an improvement project. Motion Carried. 16. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance relating to law enforcement on Twin Lakes. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT: TWIN LAKES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 960 BY ADDING A SUBSECTION and further, that the second and final reading be held on February 19, 1991. Motion Carried. 17. The City Council discussed the City Council per diem expenses. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to direct staff to draft an ordinance amendment eliminating City Council per diem expenses (Section 210.09, Subdivision 4). Motion Carried. 18. The City Council discussed a City flag design. No action taken. February 5, 1991 page 727 19. The City Council discussed the purchase of brief cases for Councilmembers for agenda packets. No action taken. 20. The City Council considered a report and recommendation from the Personnel Committee to review City Manager's salary for 1991. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the Personnel Committee's (Councilmembers Langsdorf, Carlson and Joselyn) recommendation of a 4 percent increase in the City Manager's salary for 1991 and the identical benefit package received in 1990, retroactive to January 1, 1991. By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Grimes, Herbes. Motion Carried. INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. The City Council discussed 4 -year City Council terms to be consistent with state and national elections. Staff was directed to refer this item to the Charter Commission. 2. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to conduct attendance roll call and vote roll call of the City Council alphabetically, rotating names as each roll call vote is taken. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Carlson, Herbes. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adjourn the meeting. By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Grimes; abstaining: Carlson, Herbes. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:58 p.m. ayor February 5, 1991 page 728 ATTEST: City Clerk February 19, 1991 page 729 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on February 19, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; absent: Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, 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 of February 5, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of February 5, 1991 with the following exception, change the word "Councilmember" to "Mayor" in any motions made or seconded by Mayor Herbes. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered an application for a conditional use permit to allow expansion to an existing church in R-1 Zoning District; authorization to issue a building permit; and, site improvement agreement for expansion as requested by Thomas R. Fursman for St. Raphaels' Church, 7301 - 56th Avenue North. Those appearing and heard were: Thomas Fursman, St. Raphaels' Church; Dick Brownlee of Station 19 Architects, representing St. Raphaels' Church. A. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission a conditional use permit to allow an expansion in an R-1 (Single Family Residential) District (Section 515.19, Subdivision 4 c) at 7301 - 56th Avenue North. By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Moravec; abstaining: Grimes, Herbes. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission authorization to issue a building permit for an expansion at February 19, 1991 page 730 St, Raphaels' Church located at 7310 - 56th Avenue North, subject to standard procedure. By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Carlson; absent, not voting: Moravec; abstaining: Grimes, Herbes. Motion Carried. C. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve site improvement agreement for the expansion of St. Raphaels' Church, 7301 - 56th Avenue North, as recommended by the Public Works Director. By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Carlson; absent, not voting: Moravec; abstaining: Grimes, Herbes. Motion Carried. 2. Consideration of the appointment of Edward Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director, as the Assistant City Weed Inspector for 1991. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to appoint Edward Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director, as the Assistant City Weed Inspector for 1991. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance amending Ordinance #90-22 relating to the City Charter. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-3 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT: AMENDING ORDINANCE #90-22 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered the Second Reading of a Personnel Ordinance, Employee Review Committee, and Personnel Rules and Regulations. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-4 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION: RULES AND REGULATIONS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE BY ADDING SECTIONS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, February 19, 1991 page 731 SUBSECTION 315.07, SUBDIVISION 8: REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 310 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance relating to law enforcement on Twin Lakes. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-5 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT: TWIN LAKES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 960 BY ADDING A SUBSECTION, AND: AMENDING SUBSECTION 960.07 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance to rezone 3431 Douglas Drive from R-3 (Medium Density Residential) District to a R-4 (High Density Residential) District. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-6 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LANDS and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance repealing sections of the Code pertaining to Council per diem and term limitations of Advisory Commission members. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT: REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTIONS 210.09, SUBDIVISION 4 AND 305.49 and further, that the second and final reading be held on February 19, 1991 page 732 March 5, 1991, Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered House File 127 and Other 13th Check Developments at the 1991 Legislative Session. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to direct staff to send a letter in opposition to House File 127 regarding 13th Check that is before the Legislature during the 1991 Session. Motion Carried. 9. The City Council considered a resolution approving an amendment to the LOGIS Joint Powers Agreement. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-10 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (LOGIS): APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 10. The City Council considered a resolution relating to Fiscal Disparities. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-11 RESOLUTION RELATING TO FISCAL DISPARITIES By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Carlson; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 11. The City Council considered a Feasibility Study and setting a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., March 19, 1991, regarding a joint alley project with Robbinsdale for concrete alley paving between Welcome and Vera Cruz Avenues from the Crystal boundary to 43rd Avenue North. A. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to accept a Feasibility Study for a joint alley project with Robbinsdale for concrete alley paving between Welcome and February 19, 1991 page 733 Vera Cruz Avenues from the Crystal boundary to 43rd Avenue North. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to set 7:00 p.m., March 19, 1991, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider a joint alley project with Robbinsdale for concrete alley paving between Welcome and Vera Cruz Avenues from the Crystal boundary to 43rd Avenue North. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council reviewed State Aid requirements for redesignation of Municipal State Aid Street System. Those appearing and heard were: David Anderson, Crystal Planning Commission. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to direct staff to bring this item back in proper form for action by the City Council. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 8:05 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:15 p.m. 13. The City Council considered appointments for Bassett Creek Watershed Commission and Shingle Creek Watershed Commission. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to appoint the Public Works Director (William Monk) as the representative and Mayor Herbes as the alternate on the Bassett Creek and Shingle Creek Water Shed Commissions. Motion Carried. 14. Consideration of a resolution for 36th Avenue width variance to MSA Standards. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-12 RESOLUTION REQUESTING MSA WIDTH VARIANCE FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF 36TH AVENUE By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Carlson, Grimes; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 15. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance imposing a moratorium on sign ordinance variances and a companion resolution on the same subject. February 19, 1991 page 734 A. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SIGNS: ESTABLISHING A MORATORIUM ON VARIANCES UNDER CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 406.30 and further, that be the second and final reading be held on March 5, 1991. By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Grimes, Herbes; voting no: Carlson; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-13 RESOLUTION RELATING TO SIGNS: ESTABLISHING A MORATORIUM ON VARIANCES UNDER CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 406.30 By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Grimes, Herbes, Irving; voting no: Carlson; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 16. The City Council considered a Charitable Gambling License Exemption for Friends of Ron Metso to conduct a raffle for a fund raiser to be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 4947 West Broadway, on March 15, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to waive the 30 -day notice period to the State Gaming Division and direct staff to write a letter indicating so. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council with the addition of Crystal Tree Service license, 3417 Yates Avenue North, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember February 19, 1991 page 735 Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk 1 March 5, 1991 page 736 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on March 5, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson (arrived at 7:14 p.m.), Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf; Moravec; absent: Irving, Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Nancy Gohman, Assistant Manager; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director; Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor proclaimed March 10 - 16, 1991 as Girl Scout Week in the City of Crystal. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of February 19, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of February 19, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Set April 2, 1991, at 7:00 p.m., as the date and time for a public hearing to consider the proposed use of Year XVII Community Development Block Grant Funds. 2. Consideration of the Crystal Police Department holding its annual bicycle auction for the sale of unclaimed bicycles and other miscellaneous items on Saturday, April 20, at the City Garage, 6125 - 41st Avenue North with waiver of fee for the auctioneer's license and permission to post temporary signs. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: Councilmember Carlson arrived (7:14 p.m.). March 5, 1991 page 737 1. The City Council considered union contract for 1991 with the Crystal Communication Clerks and Local #320 and the City of Crystal. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the 1991 one-year union contract with the Crystal Communication Clerks and Local #320 and the City of Crystal. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered renewal of insurance for 1991-92 policy year for workers' compensation, general liability, and automobile. Cary Shaich, insurance agent, appeared and was heard. A. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve insurance renewal with League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) for annual aggregate deduction of $75,000 for all policies with the exception of workers' compensation for the year 1991-92. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-14 RESOLUTION RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION FOR COUNCILMEMBERS By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting: Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve insurance renewal for workers' compensation for 1991-92 with League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) excluding Boards and Commissions. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing the City of Crystal to join the Environmental Cities Coalition. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent, and appoint Councilmember Langsdorf as the City of Crystal's liaison to the Coaliton: RESOLUTION NO. 91-15 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE March 5, 1991 page 738 CITY OF CRYSTAL TO JOIN THE ENVIRONMENTAL CITIES COALITION By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The City Council considered approval of new rental rates for Crystal Community Center. Don Meunier, President of Happy Face Square Dance Club, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-16 RESOLUTION RELATING TO FEES AND CHARGES: AMENDING APPENDIX IV TO THE CITY CODE By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent, not voting: Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The City Council considered an agreement with Hennepin County for maintenance of County Road 81 frontage roads. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve County Road Maintenance Agreement for County Road 81 as recommended by the City Engineer. Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered the City of New Hope's proposal for Joint Project of topographic mapping to include the west portion of Crystal. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Mayor Herbes to approve participation in a Joint Project with the City of New Hope and to contract with Horizons, Incorporated to prepare topographic mapping of the western 570 acres of Crystal at a cost not to exceed $5,830, as recommended by the City Engineer, and further, that the City of Crystal be made a participative part of the process. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered a resolution approving removal of stop signs along streets proposed to be designated as part of Municipal State Aid System; and a resolution redesignating State Aid routes in Crystal. A. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: March 5, 1991 page 739 RESOLUTION NO. 91-17 RESOLUTION APPROVING REMOVAL OF STOP SIGNS By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson; absent, not voting: Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-18 RESOLUTION REDESIGNATING STATE AID ROUTES IN CRYSTAL By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes; absent, not voting: Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing the use of charitable gambling funds to acquire floor cleaner and an aerial lift. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-19 RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPENDITURE OF CHARITABLE GAMBLING FUNDS FOR MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT FOR THE CRYSTAL COMMUNITY CENTER By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting: Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The Mayor called a recess at 8:27 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:36 p.m. 9. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance imposing a moratorium on sign ordinance variances. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-7 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SIGNS: ESTABLISHING A MORATORIUM ON VARIANCES UNDER CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 406.30 March 5, 1991 page 740 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance repealing sections of the Code pertaining to Council per diem and term limitations of Advisory Commission members. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-8 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT: REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTIONS 210.09, SUBDIVISION 4 AND 305.49 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 11. The City Council considered the Police/School Liaison Officer Program. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-20 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING SPECIAL LEGISLATION FOR SPECIAL LEVY TO FUND SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICER PROGRAMS By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 12. The City Council considered a general business license for the City of Crystal. No action was taken. 13. The City Council considered the appointment of two Councilmembers to meet with Robbinsdale to discuss sharing of services. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to appointment Councilmember Langsdorf and Mayor Herbes to meet with the City of Robbinsdale to discuss sharing of city services. Motion Carried. 14. The City Council discussed the sponsorship of two Crystal residents (Paul Conrad Johnson and Richard Donald Sweet) who were casualties from the Vietnam conflict, for the Minnesota March 5, 1991 page 741 Vietnam Veterans' Memorial, Inc. (MVVM) which is a non-profit statewide effort to build a memorial on our State Capitol Mall to honor the Minnesotans who were killed in Vietnam, as well as those who are missing in action. Staff was directed to draft a letter for Mayor's signature to American Legion and VFW requesting funding for the Memorial. 15. The City Council considered a Charitable Gambling License Exemption for St. Joseph The Worker Church, 7180 Hemlock Lane, Maple Grove, and request for waiver of the 30 -day notice period to conduct a raffle for a fund raiser to be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 4947 West Broadway, on March 15, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Mayor Herbes to waive the 30 -day notice period to the State Gaming Divison for St. Joseph the Worker Church, 7180 Hemlock Lane, Maple Grove, Minnesota, for a raffle to be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 4947 West Broadway, on March 15, 1991, and direct staff to write a letter indicating so. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Mayor Herbes to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. A6tt.: Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk March 19, 1991 page 742 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on March 19, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent: Carlson. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Joan Schmidt, Deputy Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor proclaimed the week of April 20 through April 26, 1991 as Chemical Free Week in the City of Crystal. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of March 5, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of March 5, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of the Rabies Vaccination Clinic, to be held at the City Garage, 6125 - 41st Avenue North on Saturday, May 18, 1991, from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., with Dr. Randall Herman, New Hope Pet Clinic. 2. Consideration of a Charitable Gambling License exemption for St. Francis Jaycees for a raffle to be held at K of C Hall, 4947 West Broadway on April 19, 1991, with waiver of the 45 day notice to Department of Gaming. 3. Set April 11, 1991, at 7:00 p.m., as the date and time for a Special Council Meeting for a Public Hearing to consider Issuance of General Obligation Tax Increment Refunding bonds, Series 1991A. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following Public Hearing: 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as March 19, 1991 page 743 advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider improvements to the public alley extending from 43rd Avenue southward to the Crystal City boundary between Welcome and Vera Cruz Avenues. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard were: David Gravgaard, 4262 Welcome Avenue North; Anthony Edmonds, 4265 Vera Cruz Avenue North; Brenda Knudson, 4246 Welcome Avenue North. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-21 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT #91-4 ALLEY SOUTH OF 43RD AVENUE BETWEEN WELCOME AND VERA CURZ AVENUES By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered the application of Anthony Kamp, 4824 Quail Avenue North, for appointment to the Human Relations Commission. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to appoint Anthony Kamp, 4824 Quail Avenue North, to the Human Relations Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 1993. Motion Carried. 2. Mr. Bob Thistle of Springsted, Incorporated appeared before the City Council regarding refunding bonds. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-22 RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $6,310,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 1991A By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. March 19, 1991 page 744 3. The City Council considered a variance application to erect a canopy that encroaches in the required front yard and side street side yard setback at 5359 West Broadway as requested by Superamerica. Bob McClun of Superamerica of Bloomington was present and heard. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to grant as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 2 b) and 3 b) 2) to grant a variance of 12' and 14' in the required 22' front yard and side street side yard setback to erect a canopy at Superamerica, 5359 West Broadway, as requested in Application #91-4. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered a variance application to build a deck which will encroach in the required 30' side street side yard setback at 3601 Colorado Avenue North as requested by Mary Russell. Present and heard was Jerry Kelsch, personal friend of Mary Russell and builder of the deck. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to table this item and direct staff to work with proponent for consideration of a landing on the site. By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Moravec; voting no: Herbes, Langsdorf, Grimes; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion Failed. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to deny as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 3 a) 3) for a variance of 17' in the required 30' side street side yard setback to build a 5' x 10' deck on the existing house at 3601 Colorado Avenue North as requested in Application #91-5. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 8:08 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:18 p.m. 5. The City Council considered a variance application to build an addition to the existing garage which will encroach 3' into the required front yard setback of 30' at 3709 Adair Avenue North as requested by Terry Johnson. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to continue this item to the next meeting. Motion Carried. March 19, 1991 page 745 6. The City Council considered an agreement between the cities of Bloomington and Crystal for provision of Hepatitis B vaccine for City of Crystal "at risk" employees. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve an agreement between the cities of Bloomington and Crystal for provision of Hepatitis B vaccine for City of Crystal "at risk" employees. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered a City of Crystal voluntary leave without pay program for the calendar year 1991. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve a City of Crystal voluntary leave without pay program for the calendar year 1991. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered a stop sign installation on Xenia Avenue at 48th Avenue intersection. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the installation of two-way stop signs on Xenia Avenue at its intersection with 48th Avenue. Motion Carried. 9. The City Council considered the construction agreement with Hennepin County for 42nd Avenue overlay in Robbinsdale; covers Crystal utilities. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-23 RESOLUTION APPROVING CONSTRUCTION COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT (PW24-04-91) FOR OVERLAY ON COUNTY ROAD 9 By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, with the addition of Allstate Tree Service license, 7510 Jackson St. N.E., and Tim's Tree Service, 5612 Corvallis Ave. North, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. March 19, 1991 page 746 The Mayor called a ten minute recess at 8:40 p.m, and advised the audience and television viewers that at 8:50 p.m. the City Council would go into Executive Session to discuss two lawsuits: City of Crystal vs. Veit & Company, Incorporated and City of Crystal vs. Police Relief Association. The Executive Session was closed and the Regular Council meeting reconvened at 9:47 p.m. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to appeal the decision of the District Court relative to City of Crystal Police Relief Association and the City of Crystal. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m. ATTEST: uty City Clerk Mayor April 2, 1991 page 747 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on April 2, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent: Carlson. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director; Julie Jones, Redevelopment/Recycling Coordinator. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor read a proclamation in support of the Annual Sale of Buddy Poppies by the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States to be conducted May 17 and 18, 1991. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of March 19, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of March 19, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of a solicitor's permit for Greenpeace Action to solicit in Crystal from April 3, 1991 thru April 30, 1991. 2. Consideration of a solicitor's permit for Saba Flowers to solicit in Crystal for Mother's Day (May 10, 11, 12, and 13) and Memorial Day (May 25, 26, and 27) weekends. 3. Set 8:00 p.m., May 7, 1991, as the date and time for a public hearing for the 1991 Sealcoat Program. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following Public Hearing: 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as advertised to consider the distribution of Year XVII Community Development Block Grant Funds. April 2, 1991 page 748 The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-24 RESOLUTION APPROVING PROPOSED PROGRAM FOR YEAR XVII URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING ITS SUBMITTAL By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered the application for appointment to the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission from Michelle Howard, 4812 Edgewood Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to appoint Michelle Howard, 4812 Edgewood Avenue North, to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 1993. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered the applications for appointment to the Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission from Cletus Maychrzak, 5309 - 34th Place, and Duane Biddle, 6926 Jersey Circle. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to appoint Duane Biddle, 6926 Jersey Circle to the Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 1991. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council continued from the March 19 meeting the consideration of a variance of a 3' in the required 30' front yard setback to build a 20' x 26' two -car garage addition to the existing structure at 3709 Adair Avenue North. Terry Johnson, proponent, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to deny as recommended by and based on the first and third findings of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant to section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 2 a) to grant a variance of 3' in the required 30' front yard setback to build a 20' x 26' two -car garage April 2, 1991 page 749 addition to the existing structure at 3709 Adair Avenue North as requested in application #91-6. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered a Source Reduction Plan for the City of Crystal. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-25 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A SOLID WASTE SOURCE REDUCTION PLAN FOR THE CITY OF CRYSTAL By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Grimes; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The City Council considered a resolution converting recycling special revenue account to an enterprise fund. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-26 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONVERSION OF RECYCLING REVENUE ACCOUNT TO AN ENTERPRISE FUND By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance regarding Multi -family Recycling. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 606 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE; RELATING TO RECYCLING SERVICE FOR MULTI -FAMILY DWELLINGS and further, that the second and final reading be held on April 16, 1991. Motion Carried. April 2, 1991 page 750 7. The City Council considered furnishing and erecting either a 5' x 10' or 6' x 12' reader board sign at the Community Center property. A. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Irving that due to the plat size (equivalent to 3 lots), to grant a variance to the sign ordinance to allow a second free standing sign to be located at the Community Center, 4800 Douglas Drive (sign ordinance allows one free standing sign), sign installed to be 5' x 101. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-27 RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPENDITURE OF CHARITABLE GAMBLING FUNDS FOR A READER BOARD SIGN AT THE CRYSTAL COMMUNITY CENTER By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Grimes, Herbes, Irving; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The City Council considered the City of Crystal tree removal and tree trimming contract for 1991. Timothy Hagan of Tim's Tree Service appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to reject the bid received for the City of Crystal tree removal and tree trimming contract for 1991 and authorize the re -bidding of the contract. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Herbes; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion Carried. 9. The City Council considered a donation for the support of the Hennepin County Olde Tyme Fair to be held July 25 through 28, 1991 at Corcoran Lions Park. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to deny a donation for the support of the Hennepin County Olde Tyme Fair to be held July 25 through 28, 1991. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered a resolution in support of Suburban Hennepin Parks Legislation relating to a Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District Board of Directors and April 2, 1991 page 751 formulation and implementation of annual budgets without review or veto of Hennepin County Board. No action was taken. The Mayor called a recess at 8:38 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:50 p.m. Due to people in the audience waiting to address the Council, the Mayor moved to the "Open Forum" portion of the Agenda. The following residents appeared before the Council regarding the proposed removal of stop signs for the purpose of designating Municipal State Aid streets in Crystal: Sheldon Freidman, 5908 Medicine Lake Road; David Seffren, 5919 Medicine Lake Road; Jeff Reidenberg, 2741 Zane Avenue North; Bonnie & Dan Mruz, 4944 Vera Cruz; Lynn Miedema, 5542 Vera Cruz. Council directed staff to contact State Aid to request stop signs on State Aid designated streets for pedestrian access to parks in the City. 11. The City Council considered a request from VFW Post 494 to use art work of the City of Crystal pin, and a request for permission to have a new City of Crystal flag made. Lynn Miedema of the VFW appeared. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve use of art work of City pin and to have a new City of Crystal flag made. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council discussed the first reading of the revised Ordinance Relating to Housing, Section 425. The City Council, by general consent, set 7 p.m. on April 30, 1991 as the date and time for a Work Session to discuss the revised Ordinance Relating to Housing, Section 425 and directed staff to notify residents via City Newsletter of a public informational meeting on May 21. 13. The City Council considered a resolution in opposition to double pension cost of living mechanisms (13th Check). Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-28 RESOLUTION IN OPPOSITION TO DOUBLE PENSION COST OF LIVING MECHANISMS (13TH CHECK) By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn; absent not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. April 2, 1991 page 752 14. The City Council considered a resolution disbursing funds from the Charitable Gambling Contribution Fund to reimburse the Permanent Improvement Revolving Fund, Part B, for the Crystal History Project; and a resolution disbursing funds from the Charitable Gambling Contribution Fund for the Crystal History Project. A. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-29 RESOLUTION DISBURSING FUNDS FROM THE CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS FUND TO REIMBURSE THE PERMANENT IMPROVEMENT REVOLVING FUND, PART B, FOR THE CRYSTAL HISTORY PROJECT By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; absent not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-30 RESOLUTION DISBURSING FUNDS FROM THE CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS FUND FOR THE CRYSTAL HISTORY PROJECT By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 15. The City Council considered recommendation of reappointment of the present Charter Commission members for a four year term expiring May 15, 1995. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the recommendation of the current Charter Commission Membership for four year terms expiring May 15, 1995, and direct staff to send recommendation to the Hennepin County District Judge. Motion Carried. 16. The City Council considered a letter received from the City of St. Paul and a sample resolution regarding use of the State's 6 percent sales tax to provide property tax relief. No action was taken. April 2, 1991 page 753 Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m. ATTEST: Ze'" a--, �� City Clerk i JMayor April 11, 1991 page 754 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Special Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on April 11, 1990, at 7:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were present: Carlson, Herbes, Irving, Langsdorf, Moravec. Absent was: Grimes, Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; Darlene George, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council considered the following Public Hearing: 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the sale of $6,310,000 General Obligation Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series 1991A, City of Crystal, Hennepin County, Minnesota. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard were: Robert Thistle, Springsted, Incorporated. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-31 RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF $6,310,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 1991A; FIXING THEIR FORM AND SPECIFICATIONS; DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY; PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE ESCROWING AND INVESTMENT OF THE PROCEEDS THEREOF; AND PROVIDING FOR THE REDEMPTION OF BONDS REFUNDED THEREBY. By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Herbes, Irving, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent, not voting: Grimes, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk 1 April 11, 1991 page 755 Mayor April 16, 1991 page 756 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on April 16, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; absent: Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor proclaimed April 21 through 27, 1991 as Volunteer Recognition Week in the City of Crystal. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of April 2, 1991 and the Special Meeting of April 11, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of April 2, 1991 and the Special Meeting of April 11, 1991 making the following exceptions to the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of April 2, 1991: change Councilmember Herbes to Mayor Herbes in Item #7, Motion A. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of acceptance of a letter of resignation from the Planning Commission received from Paul Christopher, 3506 Zane Avenue North. 2. Consideration of acceptance of a letter of resignation from the Planning Commission received from Steven Leppa, 4816 Quail Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered the applications for appointment to the Employee Review Board from Donna M. Cooper, 4325 Zane Avenue North; Colleen Fern, 3908 Florida Avenue North; Marvin T. Galiger, 3701 Yates Avenue North; Konrad J. Stroh, 6409 - 38th Avenue North; Sonnie A. Braih, 4912 - 53rd Avenue North; i� u April 16, 1991 page 757 Anthony Brown, 5335 Georgia Avenue North; and Frank Quisenberry, 4097 Kentucky Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Irving to appoint Anthony Brown, 5335 Georgia Avenue North, for a one-year term expiring 12-31-92; Donna M. Cooper, 4325 Zane Avenue North, for a two-year term expiring 12-31-93; and Frank Quisenberry, 4097 Kentucky Avenue North, for a three-year term expiring 12-31-94, as regular members on the Employee Review Board and Colleen Fern, 3908 Florida Avenue North; and Sonnie A. Braih, 4912 - 53rd Avenue North as alternate members for 3 -year terms, terms expiring on December 31, 1994. No Second was heard; a vote was taken. Motion Carried Unanimously. 2. The City Council considered the renewal of variances for Steve O's to operate an Outside Cafe at 4900 West Broadway. Mr. Mavity, Attorney for Mr. Weisman, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the renewal of non -conformity expansion and parking variances for the season of 1991 to operate an outside cafe at Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway, contingent upon owner/operator satisfying the 12 conditions set forth by the City Council in their original approval of this use in 1989. Moved by Councilmember Carlson Irving to amend the motion to time in the 12 conditions from revision upon renewal. By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Carlson; voting no: Moravec. and seconded by Councilmember include a change in the closing 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. subject to Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Motion Carried. Voting on the main motion as amended: Motion Carried Unanimously. 3. The City Council considered award of bid for reroofing the maintenance garage, municipal pool and Forest Park shelter. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-32 RESOLUTION AWARDING BID FOR ROOF SYSTEM REPLACEMENTS AT MAINTENANCE GARAGE, MUNICIPAL POOL AND FOREST PARK SHELTER TO DALBEC ROOFING By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, April 16, 1991 page 758 Langsdorf, Carlson, Grimes; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The City Council considered a resolution approving lawful gambling premises permit for VFW Post 494, 5222 - 56th Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-33 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The City Council considered an Ethics Policy for City Officials and employees. Moved by Councilmember Carlson to refer the Ethics Policy to the Employee Review Board for its review. Motion Failed for Lack of a Second. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-34 RESOLUTION RELATING TO ETHICS IN GOVERNMENT: ADOPTING THE CITY OF CRYSTAL ETHICS POLICY By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Grimes, Herbes, Irving; voting no: Carlson; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance regarding Multi -family Recycling. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-9 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 606 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE; RELATING TO RECYCLING SERVICES FOR MULTI -FAMILY DWELLINGS April 16, 1991 page 759 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered a resolution prohibiting parking on Louisiana and 62nd Avenues adjacent to North Lions Park. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-35 RESOLUTION PROHIBITING PARKING ON PORTIONS OF LOUISIANA AND 62ND AVENUES ADJACENT TO NORTH LIONS PARK By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The City Council considered Health and Police Department proposed fee amendments. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-36 RESOLUTION RELATING TO FEES AND CHARGES: AMENDING APPENDIX IV TO THE CITY CODE By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 9. The City Council discussed possible 1991 budget cuts. The consensus of the Council was to comply with budget cuts as proposed by City Manager until such time as the legislature makes its decision regarding Local Government Aid (LGA) cuts. OPEN FORUM 1. Appearing before the City Council to discuss removal of stop signs at 35th and Welcome Avenues were the following: Ken Devine, 3512 Welcome Avenue North, who presented two petitions from the neighborhood, one being for return of the stop sign between 34th and 36th Avenues on Welcome; and the second being a request to "dead end" Welcome Avenue at Vera Cruz; Bonnie, Menshek, 5607 - 36th Avenue North; Rick April 16, 1991 page 760 Thompson, 3450 Welcome Avenue North; Karen Moessner, 3519 Welcome Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, with the addition of Davey Tree Service Company license, 14100 - 21st Avenue North, Suite B, Plymouth, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. ATTEST: Motion Carried. / Mayor el J-e-�.e - I City Cler April 30, 1991 page 761 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Special Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held on April 30, 1991, at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were present: Carlson, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 1. Dave Kiser of N.W. Community Television appeared to give Council tips for Cable TV viewing. 2. The City Council considered the Housing Maintenance Code. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to delete "cooling" from Section 425.03, Subdivision 3 (c) . By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Carlson; voting no: Moravec, Irving, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion Failed. By consensus the City Council directed staff to make the following changes: 1. 425.11, Subd. 4 - change heat from 65 degrees to 70 degrees. 2. 425.16, Subd. 4 - delete penalty provision - attorney study ordinance language regarding penalty provision for all licenses. 3. 425.17, Subd. 2(a) and (b) "exchangers", not "exchanges". 4. 425.17, Subd. 3 - eliminate "after consultation with Environmental Quality Commission". 5. 425.27 - Remove Board of Appeals - use staff and Council - attorney to change wording of entire section. Staff was directed to review method of determining number of people allowed in a dwelling. Staff was directed to review point of sale on multiple dwellings. Rosemary Knutson, Chairwoman of Government Affairs Committee for the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors, appeared and was heard regarding Point Of Sale inspections. April 30, 1991 page 762 3. The City Council discussed staff action if a resident proceeds with and completes building alterations without obtaining a permit. 4. The City Council discussed the Tax Plans before the Legislature (Legislative Contact Alert). 5. The Building Inspector gave an update on Share -A -Home with Elderly Project. Staff was directed to put together a policy for same. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:03 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk Y_� fey Mayor 1 1 May 7, 1991 page 763 BOARD OF REVIEW Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Crystal Council convened as a Board of Review on May 7, 1991, at the City Hall, 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota at 7:00 P.M. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ken Bjorn, Assessor; Jerry Hedlund, Appraiser. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Tom May, Assistant Hennepin County Assessor, was present to discuss the 1991 assessment rolls and answer questions from those present. Those residents heard were: John Paulson, Jr., 4825 Vera 31-0010 Gary Boyle, 6812 Cloverdale 0019 James Irving, 2722 Vale Crest William McPherson, Attorney PID 08-118-21-11-0084. Cruz Avenue North, PID 09 -118 -21 - Avenue North, PID 05 -118 -21 -42 - Road, PID 21-118-21-34-0032 for owner of 5237 Douglas Drive, Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to affirm the assessment rolls as presented by the City Assessor. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to reconsider the previous motion. Motion Carried. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to preliminarily approve the assessment rolls as presented by the City Assessor with the exception of property at 6812 Cloverdale, PID #05-118-21-42-0019 which is referred to the City Assessor for further review and report to the Board at an adjourned meeting on May 21, 1991. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting of the Board of Review until 8 p.m. on May 21, 1991. Motion Carried. The Board of Review adjourned at 7:35 p.m. May 7, 1991 page 764 ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor C May 7, 1991 page 765 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on May 7, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director. The Mayor proclaimed May 11, 1991 as Crystal Hometown Day for Kelly and Kerby Norman of Crystal. Area Girl Scouts presented a plaque to the Park & Recreation Department. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of April 16, 1991 and the Special Work Session of April 30, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of April 16, 1991 and the Special Work Session of April 30, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of the Crystal Fire Department's request to have a permit for a banner at 5354 Douglas Drive for May 10th through the 20th, 1991 with waiver of fee, for its Open House. 2. Consideration of a one -day Off -Site Lawful Gambling license on July 27, 1991 at Becker Park, 6225 - 56th Avenue North (Crystal Frolics), as requested by the Minneapolis/Crystal Elks Lodge #44. 3. Set public hearing for June 4, 1991 to consider second hand goods dealer license for Janet M. Wernet dba J.T. Pennypinchers, 3542 Douglas Drive. 4. Set public hearing for June 4, 1991 to consider second hand goods dealer license for Steven C. Leppa dba Midwest Antiques and Mercantile, 4611 - 36th Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Landgsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. May 7, 1991 page 766 Councilmember Landgsdorf withdrew her motion and moved to approve items 1 and 2 of the Consent Agenda and remove items 3 and 4 to the end of the Regular Agenda for discussion. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Joselyn. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following Public Hearings: 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider a variance to Section 645 of the Crystal City Code as it relates to noise levels, as requested by the Minnesota Department of Transportation for a proposed overlay of Trunk Highway 100 between 29th and 36th Avenues in Crystal as a night-time construction project. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. No one was heard. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to grant the authorization to vary or modify the strict application of Section 645 of the Crystal City Code to allow the Minnesota Department of Transportation to complete an overlay of Trunk Highway 100 between 29th and 36th Avenue North in Crystal as a night-time construction project. Motion Carried. 2. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider Seal Coat Improvement Project No. 91-2. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard were: Robert Rotz, 3528 Lee Avenue North; Bonnie Caughey and father, 3624 Adair Avenue North; Adrian Rygg, former resident of 36th and Adair Avenue North; Vi Lutgens, 3457 Major Avenue North; Mamie Foss, 3523 Kyle Avenue North; Susan DeWendt, 3424 Quail Avenue North; Jim Kornmann, 3527 Kyle Avenue North. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-37 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 91-2 SEAL COAT May 7, 1991 page 767 By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The Mayor called a recess at 8:25 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:36 p.m. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered a petition relating to a mid -block stop sign on Welcome Avenue between 34th and 36th Avenues and the Municipal State Aid street designation process. Those present and heard were: Ken Devine, 3512 Welcome Avenue North; George Aebly, 3419 Welcome Avenue North; Jerry Johnson, 3815 Yates Avenue North; Mel Thornton, 3551 Welcome Avenue North; Judy Swenson, 3413 Welcome Avenue North; Rick Thompson, 3450 Welcome Avenue North; Delores Rautio, 3431 Welcome Avenue North; Margaret & Ed Hajder, 5600 - 35th Avenue North; Bonnie Menshek, 5607 - 36th Avenue North; Mary Kavanagh, 3500 Welcome Avenue North; Anita Shoemaker, 3534 Welcome Avenue North; Todd Moessner, 3519 Welcome Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Carlson to approve temporarily removing Welcome Avenue between 34th and 36th Avenues from the Municipal State Aid system. Motion Failed For Lack of a Second. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to deny the request for replacement of a stop sign on Welcome Avenue between 34th and 36th Avenues. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Carlson. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 10:13 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 10:22 p.m. 2. The City Council considered a solicitor's license for American Teens, 3710 Central Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, to go door- to-door during the months of May and June, 1991. Kelly Skinner, applicant, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve a solicitor's license for American Teens, 3710 Central Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, Minnesota to solicit in Crystal during the months of May and June, 1991. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Carlson. Motion Carried. May 7, 1991 page 768 3. The City Council considered a variance to allow expansion of a non -conforming structure and a variance to allow curb cut closer than 50' to the corner at 5231 Douglas Drive North. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to deny authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.05, Subd. 2, to expand a non -conforming building, said non -conformity being the existing building encroaches 15.6 feet in the required 22 foot side street side yard setback, and to grant a variance of approximately 23 feet in the required 50 foot setback from the intersection for a curb cut (Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 4), to permit a 12' x 24' addition to the existing building at 5231 Douglas Drive North as requested in Applications #91-7 and #91-8. By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Grimes; voting no: Herbes, Carlson. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered authorization to issue a building permit for a 16' x 34' walk-in cooler addition at 4800 - 56th Avenue North. Dave Miller of E -Z Stop appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to continue to the May 21st meeting to allow time to investigate the legality of storage on a vacant lot. By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Herbes; voting no: Grimes. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered construction plans for MSA Project on 36th Avenue between Welcome Avenue and Douglas Drive. A. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-38 RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF 36TH AVENUE (SAP 116-313-07) AND ESTABLISHING A NO PARKING ZONE BETWEEN DOUGLAS DRIVE AND WELCOME AVENUE By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: May 7, 1991 page 769 RESOLUTION NO. 91-39 RESOLUTION TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS THE STATE OF MINNESOTA FOR CONSTRUCTION OF 36TH AVENUE AS A NON-STANDARD MSA ROADWAY By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The City Council considered awarding tree trimming/removal contract for 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-40 RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The City Council considered accepting gambling funds from the VFW in the amount of $8,000 to furnish and erect a picnic shelter near the Little League concession stand. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the acceptance of gambling funds from the VFW in the amount of $8,000 to furnish and erect a picnic shelter near the Little League concession stand. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing sales contract with the Department of HUD to purchase property at 5200 - 35th Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-41 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SALES CONTRACT TO PURCHASE 5200 - 35TH AVENUE NORTH By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 9. The City Council considered a resolution relating to repayment of certain monies to the Public Improvement Revolving Fund 10. 11. May 7, 1991 page 770 which were advanced for the sale of bonds for the Bass Lake Road/Becker Park Redevelopment Project. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-42 RESOLUTION RELATING TO REPAYMENT OF CERTAIN MONIES TO THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT REVOLVING FUND By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The City Council considered accepting permanent easements for Medicine Lake Road Reconstruction Project. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-43 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING EASEMENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT (MEDICINE LAKE ROAD STREET WIDENING PROJECT) By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The City Council considered New Hope's request for a Joint Project on Sumter Avenue closure at 30th Avenue. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve cooperation with New Hope on construction of a permanent barricade in a location agreeable to nearby Crystal and New Hope property owners, and further, to approve the allocation of monies from the Infrastructure Fund not to exceed $2,000 to cover 50% of the costs of this joint project. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council discussed composition of Planning Commission. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY May 7, 1991 page 771 GOVERNMENT: PLANNING COMMISSION: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 305.67, SUBDIVISION 2 and further, that the second and final reading be held on May 21, 1991. Motion Carried. 13. The City Council considered stop sign installation at 38th and Adair, 38th and Welcome, and Hampshire & Fairview Avenues. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the installation of stop signs at the following locations changing existing two-way stops to four- way stops: Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-44 RESOLUTION EXTENDING A MORATORIUM ON DEVELOPMENT WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 2 By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91- 1) on 38th Avenue at its intersection with Adair Avenue. 2) on 38th Avenue at its intersection with Welcome Avenue. 3) on Hampshire Avenue at its intersection with Fairview Avenue. Motion Carried. 14. The City Council considered an engineering services contract for design work on Wilshire Blvd./County Road 81 intersection. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve authorization for Westwood Professional Services to proceed with engineering work, and for Mayor and City Manager to sign such contract. Motion Carried. 15. The City Council considered an extension of the moratorium in Redevelopment Project No. 2 (Ordinance #90-20). Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-44 RESOLUTION EXTENDING A MORATORIUM ON DEVELOPMENT WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 2 By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91- May 7, 1991 page 772 AMENDMENT TO INTERIM ORDINANCE NO. 90-20 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROTECTING THE PLANNING PROCESS AND HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS, AND RESTRICTING DEVELOPMENT WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 2 and further, that the second and final reading be held on May 21, 1991. Motion Carried. 16. The City Council discussed the 1991 goals for the City Manager. The Council was directed to submit goals to the Mayor to be placed on May 21st Agenda. 17. The City Council considered items 3 and 4 which were removed from the Consent Agenda regarding setting of public hearings for license renewal of secondhand goods dealer's license at 3542 Douglas Drive and 4611 - 36th Avenue North (J.T. Pennypinchers and Midwest Antiques and Mercantile, respectively). Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1175 OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE RELATING TO PUBLIC HEARINGS AND INVESTIGATIONS FOR SECONDHAND GOODS DEALER LICENSE RENEWAL and further, that the second and final reading be held on May 21, 1991. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, with the addition of Total Tree Service license, 652 - 3rd Avenue, Excelsior, Minnesota pending receipt of $2,500 bond, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:27 p.m. May 7, 1991 page 773 I 1 Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk 1 LI May 21, 1991 page 774 BOARD OF REVIEW Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Crystal Council convened as a Board of Review on May 21, 1991, at the City Hall, 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota at 8:00 P.M. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent was: Carlson. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ken Bjorn, Assessor. The Board of Review reconvened to reconsider property located at 6812 Cloverdale Avenue North. Property owner, Gary Boyle, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to affirm the assessment of property at 6812 Cloverdale Avenue North, PID 05-118-21-42-0019. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting of the Board of Review. Motion Carried. The Board of Review adjourned at 8:03 p.m. i. 17 Mayor ATTEST: L City Clerk J J 1 May 21, 1991 page 775 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on May 21, 1991 at 8:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent was: Carlson. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director. The VFW Ritual Squad presented an American flag, a Minnesota flag, and a City of Crystal flag to the City of Crystal to be placed in the Council Chambers. The Mayor on behalf of the Minnesota Vietnam Veterans Memorial Incorporated, presented a plaque to the VFW Post 494 in recognition of its sponsorship of the names of Sergeant Paul Conrad Johnson and PFC Richard Donald Sweet on the Minnesota Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. Mr. Johnson and Mr. Sweet were Crystal residents at the time of their service in Vietnam. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Amendment to the Housing Maintenance Code. Those present and heard were: Gary Boyle, 6812 Cloverdale Avenue North; Reuben Lundquist, 3548 Jersey Avenue North; Rosemary Knutson, Representative of Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors; Mike Halek, 31st and Douglas Drive; Michael Racer, 3429 Major Avenue North; Paul Sigurdson, N.E. Minneapolis (Realtor); Adrian Rygg, 4120 Brunswick Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: The City Council considered the minutes of the Board of Review Meeting of May 7, 1991 and the Regular City Council Meeting of May 7, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the minutes of the Board of Review Meeting of May 7, 1991 with the change in the motion regarding adjournment to indicate 8 p.m. May 21 rather than 7 p.m. and to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of May 7, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Amendment to the Housing Maintenance Code. Those present and heard were: Gary Boyle, 6812 Cloverdale Avenue North; Reuben Lundquist, 3548 Jersey Avenue North; Rosemary Knutson, Representative of Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors; Mike Halek, 31st and Douglas Drive; Michael Racer, 3429 Major Avenue North; Paul Sigurdson, N.E. Minneapolis (Realtor); Adrian Rygg, 4120 Brunswick Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: May 21, 1991 page 776 ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO HOUSING: LICENSING RENTAL HOUSING UNITS: REQUIRING DISCLOSURE AT TIME OF SALE: AMENDING CRYSTAL CODE, SECTION 425 and further, that the second and final reading be held on June 4, 1991. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn that community meetings be scheduled for informational purposes relating to the Housing Code. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 9:32 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 9:45 p.m. 2. The City Council reconsidered authorization to issue a building permit for a 16' x 34' addition to the existing building at 4800 - 56th Avenue North, Crown CoCo, Inc. Dave Miller, representative of the gas station, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve, as recommended by the Planning Commission, authorization to issue a building permit for a 16' x 34' walk- in cooler addition to the existing building located at 4800 - 56th Avenue North, subject to standard procedure and with the condition that the existing shed be removed and screening be updated. Motion Carried. Staff was directed to look into an amendment to the ordinance to eliminate storage areas on vacant residential lots. 3. The City Council considered a request from Chuck Tabor, owner of Minnesota Baseball Services, to use City ball fields for baseball camps. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve a request to use the three City of Crystal ball fields at the rate of $25.00 per field per day, plus $10 per field for dragging. Motion Carried. The City Council recessed at 10:04 p.m. to conduct a special meeting of the Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal (EDA). The City Council meeting was reconvened at 10:33 p.m. May 21, 1991 page 777 4. The City Council discussed a meeting on May 28 of the City Council and the Economic Development Authority regarding 36th Avenue/Highway 100 development. The Council set 8:15 p.m. on May 28, 1991 for a meeting of the City Council and the Economic Development Authority regarding 36th Avenue/Highway 100 development. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-45 RESOLUTION APPROVING CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT AMONG THE CRYSTAL EDA, THE CITY AND SUPER VALU STORES, INC. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance regarding composition of the Planning Commission. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-10 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT: PLANNING COMMISSION: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 305.67, SUBDIVISION 2 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance regarding extension of the moratorium for Redevelopment Project No. 2. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-11 AMENDMENT TO INTERIM ORDINANCE NO. 90-20 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROTECTING THE PLANNING PROCESS AND HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS, AND RESTRICTING DEVELOPMENT WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 2 May 21, 1991 page 778 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered a plan amendment for Medicine Lake Road Project for parking inset at 6300 - 6400 Medicine Lake Road, Douglas Court Apartments. The owner of Douglas Court Apartments left the meeting prior to Council consideration due to a prior commitment. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to proceed with the plan agreement if the applicant agrees to pay 100% of the cost, and if he does not agree to pay 100% of the cost, he may come back to the Council at a future date. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered a City of Crystal Employee Retirement Party Policy. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve a City of Crystal Employee Retirement Party Policy. Motion Carried. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Herbes; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion Carried. Staff was instructed to change wording in item #5 of the policy to conform to personnel rules (i.e. Permanent full-time employees). 9. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance relating to secondhand goods dealer license renewals. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-12 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SECONDHAND GOODS DEALERS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTIONS 1175.03, 1175.17, 1175.19, 1175.21 AND 1175.23 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered the 1991 labor agreement between the City of Crystal and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc., Local #44. No action was taken. 1 May 21, 1991 page 779 11. The City Council considered a resolution in support of Larry Bakken, Mayor of Golden Valley, for League of Minnesota Cities' Vice President. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-46 RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR THE NOMINATION OF LARRY A. BAKKEN AS VICE PRESIDENT OF THE LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Moravec, Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting: Carlson; abstaining: Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 12. The City Council considered a resolution relating to a lawful gambling premises permit for Hartinger Foundation at Paddock Bar, 5540 Lakeland Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-47 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Grimes, Herbes, Irving; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 13. The City Council considered a letter of resignation from Diane Christopher, 3506 Zane Avenue North, dated 4-18-91 and received 5-9-91 from the Environmental Quality Commission. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to accept the resignation of Diane Christopher, 3506 Zane Avenue North, from the Environmental Quality Commission, and send a letter of thanks and appreciation. Motion Carried. 14. The City Council considered no parking zone along Wilshire Boulevard adjacent to Twin Oak Park. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: May 21, 1991 page 780 RESOLUTION NO. 91-48 RESOLUTION PROHIBITING PARKING ON PORTION OF WILSHIRE BOULEVARD ADJACENT TO TWIN OAK PARK By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 15. The City Council considered membership in the Regional Mutual Aid Association. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-49 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING JOINT AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR USE OF PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT REGIONAL MUTUAL AID ASSOCIATION By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 16. The City Council considered a Joint Council/Planning Commission Workshop to review recommendations for the Image Portion of the Comprehensive Plan. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to set 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., June 10, 1991 as the date and time for a Joint Council/Planning Commission Workshop to review recommendations for the Image Portion of the Comprehensive Plan. Motion Carried. 17. The City Council discussed the 1991 goals for the City Manager as suggested by the City Council. It was the consensus of Council to continue to June 4 meeting to appoint a committee to set 1991 goals for the City Manager, with the same committee reviewing City Manager's salary for 1992 based on 1991 Goals and Objectives. INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS The City Attorney recommended a resolution of denial be prepared to be placed on the June 4 City Council meeting for variances denied at the May 7, 1991 City Council meeting relating to property at 5231 Douglas Drive. 1 May 21, 1991 page 781 Councilmember Joselyn recommended when considering an item, City Council procedure be to (1) hear from the public (2) debate and (3) vote. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, with the addition of C.J. Frank's Furniture itinerant food license for May 24-27, 1991 contingent upon review and approval by the Health Department, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 11:13 p.m. ATTEST: City Cie/k Motion Carried. Mayor June 4, 1991 page 782 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on June 4, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor recognized a donation in the amount of $100 to the Park & Recreation Department from Mary Kile to be used to purchase a tree in memory of her husband, Ralph Kile. Tree will be planted at the Crystal pool site. The Mayor proclaimed June 15, 1991 as Deirdre C. Chapman Day in the City of Crystal for her designation as a U.S. Presidential Scholar, the nation's highest honor bestowed upon graduating high school seniors this year. Ms. Chapman is a senior at Robbinsdale/Cooper High School and daughter of Paul & Marcia Chapman of Crystal. The City Council considered the minutes of the Board of Review Meeting of May 21, 1991 and the Regular Meeting of May 21, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the minutes of the Board of Review Meeting of May 21, 1991 and the Regular City Council Meeting of May 21, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of a request from the Crystal Frolics Committee for authorization to hold a parade on Sunday, July 28, 1991 at 1 p.m. with same parade route as 1990 (coming down West Broadway and turning on Bass Lake Road), and a license to operate a carnival at Becker Park with waiver of the fee on July 25, 26, 27 and 28, 1991. 2. Consideration of a letter of resignation from the Human Relations Commission dated May 21, 1991 from Linda E. Museus, 3926 Idaho Avenue North. 3. Consideration of an Application for Exemption from Lawful Gambling License for Church of St. Raphael's, 7301 Bass Lake, for August 2, 3 and 4, 1991. June 4, 1991 page 783 4. Consideration of a license to operate a beerstand at Becker Park July 26, 27 and 28, 1991 (Crystal Frolics) with waiver of the license fee as requested by Crystal Firefighters Relief Association. 5. Consideration of a license to operate a 3.2 beerstand with waiver of fee at Welcome Park on June 15 and 16, 1991 and authorization to close Welcome Avenue at 46th and 47th for a Police Softball Tournament as requested by the Crystal Police Association. Councilmember Joselyn requested items 1, 4 and 5 on the Consent Agenda be moved to the end of the Regular Agenda. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve items 2 and 3 on the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. Due to people in the audience wishing to speak regarding items 1, 4 and 5 of the Consent Agenda, the Mayor moved the items to the beginning of the Regular Agenda. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council considered a request from the Crystal Frolics Committee for authorization to hold a parade on Sunday, July 28, 1991 at 1 p.m. with same parade route as 1990 (coming down West Broadway and turning on Bass Lake Road), and a license to operate a carnival at Becker Park with waiver of the fee on July 25, 26, 27 and 28, 1991. Those appearing and heard were Liz Reid, Treasurer and Ed Thonander, President of Crystal Frolics Committee. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving to authorize Crystal Frolics Committee to hold a parade on Sunday, July 28, 1991 at 1 p.m. with same parade route as 1990 (coming down West Broadway and turning on Bass Lake Road) and a license to operate a carnival at Becker Park on July 25, 26, 27 and 28, 1991 with the exception of waiver of the fee. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to amend the motion to include the waiver of license fee. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Carlson; voting no: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion Failed. Voting on the original motion: voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Herbes, Carlson, Grimes. Motion Carried. June 4, 1991 page 784 2. The City Council considered a license to operate a beerstand at Becker Park July 26, 27 and 28, 1991 (Crystal Frolics) with waiver of the license fee as requested by Crystal Firefighters Relief Association. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve a license to operate a beerstand at Becker Park July 26, 27 and 28, 1991 (Crystal Frolics) as requested by Crystal Firefighters Relief Association with the exception of waiver of the fee. By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered a license to operate a 3.2 beerstand with waiver of fee at Welcome Park on June 15 and 16, 1991 and authorization to close Welcome Avenue at 46th and 47th for a Police Softball Tournament as requested by the Crystal Police Association. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve a license to operate a 3.2 beerstand at Welcome Park on June 15 and 16, 1991 with the exception of waiver of the fee and authorization to close Welcome Avenue at 46th and 47th for a Police Softball Tournament as requested by the Crystal Police Association. By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Irving; voting no: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered an application for appointment to the Environmental Quality Commission received from Pamela L. Brooks, 3510 Douglas Drive North, for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 1992. Pamela Brooks appeared and was heard. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to appoint Pamela L. Brooks, 3510 Douglas Drive North, to the Environmental Quality Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 1992. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered a variance to the side street side yard setback of 8' in the required 20' setback at 4403 Zane Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to continue until June 18, 1991 the discussion of a variance of 8' in the required 20' side street side yard setback to build a 10' x 20' porch on the existing house at 4403 Zane Avenue North as requested in application #91-11, and request applicant to be present. June 4, 1991 page 785 Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered a variance to allow a ham radio antenna tower to be installed 9' into the front yard setback at 4201 Kentucky Avenue North. Ron and Mary Mannix, applicants, appeared and were heard. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to grant as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subdivision 2 a) a variance of 9' in the required 30' front yard setback to erect a 25' ham radio antenna tower at 4201 Kentucky Avenue North as requested in application #91-13. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 8:00 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:12 p.m. 7. The City Council considered a petition for stop signs on 47th Avenue at its intersection with Louisiana Avenue. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve as recommended by the City Engineer the installation of a 4 -way stop at the intersection of 47th and Louisiana Avenues. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered a funding option for construction of a parking inset at 6300 - 6400 Medicine Lake Road, Douglas Court Apartments. Wallace Kenneth appeared and was heard. No action was taken by the City Council. 9. The City Council considered a resolution of denial of variances at 5231 Douglas Drive North (action taken by Council on May 7, 1991). Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-50 RESOLUTION DENYING VARIANCE APPLICATION FOR PROPERTY AT 5231 DOUGLAS DRIVE IN THE CITY By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 10. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance Amendment to Section 2005 (Misdemeanors) of the Crystal City Code relating to trespassing. June 4, 1991 page 786 Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to continue to the July 2, 1991 meeting and request staff of Police Department and the prosecuting attorney to be in attendance. Motion Carried. 11. The City Council considered the resolution awarding a bid for the 1991 Curb and Gutter/Sidewalk Program. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-51 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR SIDEWALK AND CURB & GUTTER REPAIR NO. 91-5 TO ADVANCED CONCRETE By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 12. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance for Storm Water Utility. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-13 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO STORM SEWER SYSTEM: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE BY ADDING SECTION 725 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 13. The City Council considered a license to operate a 3.2 beer stand at Becker Park on July 4, 1991 with waiver of the license fee as requested by the Crystal Lions Club, and approval of a public display of fireworks with direction to City staff to proceed with closing of Bass Lake Road during the fireworks. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve a license to operate a 3.2 beer stand at Becker Park on July 4, 1991 with waiver of the license fee as requested by the Crystal Lions Club, and approval of a public display of fireworks with direction to City staff to proceed with closing of Bass Lake Road during the fireworks, subject to standard procedure. June 4, 1991 page 787 Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to amend motion to exclude waiver of fee. By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Irving, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion Carried. Voting on Main Motion as amended: voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; voting no: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion Carried. 14. The City Council considered a resolution approving premises permit for a one -day off-site lawful gambling event at Becker Park on July 27, 1991 (Crystal Frolics) as requested by Elk's Lodge #44, 5410 Lakeland Avenue North, (license approved by Council on May 7, 1991). Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-52 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMIT By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 15. The City Council considered a resolution establishing dates for the 1991 Municipal Election. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-53 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING DATES FOR THE 1991 MUNICIPAL ELECTION By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 16. The City Council considered the 1991 labor agreement between the City of Crystal and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc., Local #44. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the 1991 labor agreement between the City June 4, 1991 page 788 of Crystal and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc., Local #44. Motion Carried. 17. The City Council considered the appointment of a committee to review the City Manager's goals for 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to appoint Councilmember Joselyn, Councilmember Grimes, and Mayor Herbes to review the City Manager's goals for 1991. Motion Carried. 18. The City Council considered waiving fees for non-profit daycare centers. No action taken by Council. Consensus was fees are considered exempt under the existing ordinance. 19. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Amendment to the Housing Maintenance Code. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-14 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO HOUSING: LICENSING RENTAL HOUSING UNITS: REQUIRING DISCLOSURE AT TIME OF SALE: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 425 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-54 RESOLUTION RELATING TO FEES FOR RENTAL HOUSING AND POINT OF SALE INSPECTION By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 20. The City Council considered a resolution supporting and requesting that the county board of commissioners adopt the optional one-half percent sales tax. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: 1 June 4, 1991 page 789 RESOLUTION NO. 91-55 RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF HENNEPIN COUNTY ADOPTION OF LOCAL OPTIONS SALES TAX By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 21. The City Council considered a resolution waiving compliance with recording requirements under Minnesota Statutes in connection with conveyance of a certain parcel in Tax Increment Financing District No. 2 (5400 - 35th Avenue North). Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-56 RESOLUTION WAIVING COMPLIANCE WITH RECORDING REQUIREMENTS UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 462.358, SUBDIVISION 4b IN CONNECTION WITH CONVEYANCE OF A CERTAIN PARCEL WITHIN TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 2-1 By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council deleting "fee waived" on 3.2 beerstands and carnival licenses, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m. Motion Carried. ayor ATTEST: City Cley k June 4, 1991 page 790 1 June 10, 1991 page 791 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a special joint work session of the Crystal City Council and the Planning Commission was held on June 10, 1991, at 6:30 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following Councilmembers were present: Carlson, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Moravec; absent: Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Jan Scofield, Recording Secretary. The Planning Commission and the Crystal City Council discussed the Image Component of the Comprehensive Plan. The City Council took supplementary action on the following items: 1. The City Council considered a license to operate a 3.2 beerstand at Welcome Park for a Police Softball Tournament on June 15 and 16, 1991 as requested by Thomas E. Wills and Robbinsdale Jaycees. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve a license to operate a 3.2 beerstand at Welcome Park for a Police Softball Tournament on June 15 and 16, 1991 as requested by Thomas E. Wills and Robbinsdale Jaycees. By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Langsdorf, Herbes; voting no: Carlson; absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered a wine and beer permit for a wedding reception to be held at the Crystal Community Center on June 15, 1991 as requested by Richard E. Long, 3650 Unity Avenue North, Robbinsdale, Minnesota 55422. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve a special permit for use consumption and display of wine and beer at the Crystal Community Center for a wedding reception on June 15, 1991 from 3 to 6 p.m. as requested by Richard E. Long, 3650 Unity Avenue North, Robbinsdale, Minnesota 55422. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. ATTEST : City Ma ger I M or June 18, 1991 page 792 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on June 18, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Langsdorf. Absent: Joselyn, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Corrine Heine, City Attorney's Office; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor acknowledged a donation of $1,000 to the Crystal Fire Department from the Crystal Fire Relief Association to be used for tools and fire safety handouts to the public and schools. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 4, 1991 and the special joint work session with the Planning Commission of June 10, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 4, 1991 and the special joint work session with the Planning Commission of June 10, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of the resignation of William Johnson, 2702 Kentucky Avenue North, from the Human Relations Commission. 2. Consideration of the resignation of Jerome Farrell, 2908 Jersey Avenue North, from the Environmental Quality Commission. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve the Consent Agenda, directing staff to send letter of thanks and appreciation to each Commission member. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. The City Council reconsidered a variance to the side street side yard setback of 8' in the required 20' setback at 4403 Zane Avenue North. June 18, 1991 page 793 Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to continue until July 2, 1991 the discussion of authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code, a variance of 8' in the required 20' side street side yard setback to build a 10' x 20' porch on the existing house at 4403 Zane Avenue North as requested in application #91-11, and request staff to attempt reaching applicant by phone requesting that he/she be in attendance. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered a variance for an addition to the existing attached garage which will encroach 21' into the required setback at 4740 Regent Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to continue until July 2, 1991 the discussion of a variance of 21' in the required 30' side street side yard setback to build a 12' x 24' addition to the existing 11' x 24' attached garage at 4740 Regent Avenue North as requested in application #91-15, and request staff to attempt reaching applicant by phone requesting that he/she be in attendance. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered a conditional use permit to allow a convenience food establishment in a B-4 (Community Commercial) District, authorization to issue a building permit for remodeling, and site improvement agreement for 5440 West Broadway as requested by Wendy's International. Those appearing and heard were: Jim Southwick, Real Estate Director for Wendy's; Dale Wenkus, Architect; Edna Sullivan, 5547 Xenia Avenue North. A. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization to allow a convenience food establishment in a B-4 (Community Commercial) District (Section 515.37, Subd. 4 i) at 5440 West Broadway as submitted by Wendy's International. The findings of fact are: All conditions for the conditional use have been addressed, natural berms will replace a 6' fence, move out the trash enclosure to extend the berm on the northeast side which borders the apartment complex reducing the parking to 74 spaces and an agreement will be signed between the City of Crystal and Wendy's that if additional parking spaces are necessary, the City can request that the 12 additional spaces be added. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission authorization to issue a building permit for remodeling the 61226 sq. ft. structure located at 5440 West Broadway, subject to standard procedure. June 18, 1991 page 794 Motion Carried. C. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve site improvement agreement for 5440 West Broadway, and further to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign such agreement. Motion Carried. Staff work with applicant to retain as many trees on the site as possible. 4. The City Council considered the authorization to issue a building permit for a 40' x 100' hangar at Crystal Airport, Lot 56D. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission authorization to issue a building permit for a 40' x 100' airplane hangar located at Lot 56D, Crystal Airport, subject to standard procedure. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered a permit to operate a sidewalk sale and to allow an article to be placed in the City Newsletter as requested by Metro Women's Center, 6418 Bass Lake Road. Colleen Tronson, 5212 Louisiana Avenue North, appeared and was heard. A. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve a permit to operate a sidewalk sale from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, July 25 and July 26, 1991, as requested by Metro Women's Center, 6418 Bass Lake Road. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to deny the use of the Crystal City Newsletter for information concerning businesses, community and/or social service agencies. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Langsdorf; voting no: Carlson; absent, not voting: Joselyn, Moravec. Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered a grading permit for backyard filling at 3046 Douglas Drive. Bob Dvorak, owner of property, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve as recommended by the City Engineer issuance of a permit to place fill and regrade the backyard at 3046 Douglas Drive with conditions recommended, changing 1 June 18, 1991 page 795 condition 12 to read September 1, 1991 rather than 2 weeks and changing the escrow amount from $250 to $100. Motion Carried. 7. Ed Thonander of the Crystal Lions Club appeared before the City Council to discuss waivers of license fees. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to rescind action taken by the City Council on June 4, 1991 to deny waiver of fees for a carnival license as requested by the Crystal Frolics Committee; a 3.2 beerstand license as requested by the Crystal Firefighters Relief Association; a 3.2 beerstand license as requested by the Crystal Lions Club; and a 3.2 beerstand license as requested by the Crystal Police Association and move to waive the fees in each case. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 7:58 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:13 p.m. 8. The City Council considered a preliminary plat of Twin Lake Shores Second Addition at 5105 and 5109 - 50th Avenue North as requested by the City of Crystal Economic Development Authority. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to continue the consideration of preliminary plat of Twin Lake Shores Second Addition to July 2, 1991 and refer the matter back to the City of Crystal Economic Development Authority for further discussion. Motion Carried. 9. The Mayor announced the applicant for Item #2 on the Agenda (variance at 4740 Regent Avenue North) had arrived to discuss his request. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to call from the table Item #2 on the Agenda. Motion Carried. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to deny as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission a variance of 21' in the required 30' side street side yard setback to build a 12' x 24' addition to the existing 11' x 24' attached garage at 4740 Regent Avenue North as requested in application #91-15. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered a resolution establishing policy regarding the use of recycled building materials in municipally -funded construction and remodeling projects. June 18, 1991 page 796 Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-57 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING POLICY REGARDING THE USE OF RECYCLED BUILDING MATERIALS IN MUNICIPALLY -FUNDED CONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING PROJECTS By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Langsdorf, Carlson, Grimes; absent, not voting: Joselyn, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 11. The City Council considered a resolution for the 1991 Sealcoat Program. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-58 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR SEALCOAT IMPROVEMENT NO. 91-2 By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Langsdorf, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting: Joselyn, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 12. The City Council considered a resolution waiving compliance with statutory recording and subdivision requirements regarding subdivision of property in Tax Increment Financing District No. 2. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-59 RESOLUTION WAIVING COMPLIANCE WITH RECORDING REQUIREMENTS UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 462.358 SUBDIVISION 4B IN CONNECTION WITH CONVEYANCE OF A CERTAIN PARCEL WITHIN TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 2-1 By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving; absent, not voting: Joselyn, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. June 18, 1991 page 797 13. The City Council considered allocating funds from the Salary Contingency Fund in the amount of $2,500 for summer help for building inspections. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve allocation of funds from the Salary Contingency Fund in the amount of $2,500 for summer help for building inspections. Motion Carried. 14. The City Council considered a resolution regarding a joint project with New Hope to construct Fred Sims Pond. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-60 RESOLUTION APPROVING JOINT PROJECT WITH NEW HOPE FOR PONDING IMPROVEMENT IN FRED SIMS PARK By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Joselyn, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 15. The City Council considered a resolution regarding parking inset on Medicine Lake Road (Douglas Court Apts.) Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-61 RESOLUTION RELATING TO IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AT DOUGLAS COURT APARTMENTS, CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Langsdorf, Carlson; absent, not voting: Joselyn, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Open Forum 1. Raymond Northfield, 3418 Florida Avenue North, appeared to discuss water drainage problem on his property. Staff was directed to meet with Mr. Northfield to discuss his concerns. 2. Hope Riska, 5500 Douglas Drive, representative of Crystal Women of Today, appeared to discuss waiver of the fee for use of the Community Center for the organization's monthly June 18, 1991 page 798 meetings. Staff was directed to refer the matter to the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission. Ms. Riska also voiced a concern about water in the garage at 5500 Douglas Drive. This concern was addressed by the City Engineer. Informal Discussion and Announcements 1. The City Council discussed a Cultural Diversity Program for City/School District. 2. The City Council discussed submitting names to the District Judge for a replacement of Harold Homan on the Crystal Charter Commission. Staff was directed to send names remaining on previous list with the addition of Robert Noll, 5901 Idaho Avenue North, and to contact Jerome Gates, 5108 - 48th Avenue North, and Liz Reid, 5417 Vera Cruz Avenue North, to see if they are still interested in serving on the Commission. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. ATTEST: City Cler Motion Carried. ,f Mayor 1 July 2, 1991 page 799 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on July 2, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, and Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park and Recreation Director; Dan Drake, Police Department. 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 Meeting of June 18, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 18, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of a carnival license for St. Raphael's Church, 7301 Bass Lake Road, on August 2, 3, and 4, 1991 for its annual festival. 2. Consideration of a 3.2 beer stand license for St. Raphael's Church, 7301 Bass Lake Road, on August 2, 3, and 4, 1991 for its annual festival. 3. Consideration of a request from St. Raphael's Church, 7301 Bass Lake Road, to waive sign permit fees for temporary signs from July 20, 1991 through August 4, 1991. 4. Consideration of the resignation of Jackie Gustafson, 3010 Sumter Avenue North, Apt. 204, from the Human Relations Commission. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the Consent Agenda. By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, and Grimes. Voting no: Carlson. Motion Carried. July 2, 1991 page 800 The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda: 1. Tim Erkkila, Westwood Engineering, appeared before the City Council to make a presentation on the Twin Lake Trailway and MAC Park Development Concept. Also appearing and heard was Bill Gentry, Chair of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission. Consensus of the City Council was agreement with the concept and encouraged staff to continue discussion of the plan with other cities, including the City Manager and Council liaison to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission in the discussions. 2. The City Council considered an on -sale wine and tavern license for J.R. Peaches, 3501 Vera Cruz Avenue North (Country Kitchen), as requested by Richard Thompson. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve an on -sale wine and tavern license for J.R. Peaches, 3501 Vera Cruz Avenue North, as requested by Richard Thompson. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered a 1 to 3 Day Temporary On -Sale Liquor License with waiver of the fee as requested by St. Raphael's Church, 7301 Bass Lake Road, for its annual festival to be held on August 2, 3 and 4, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve a 1 to 3 Day Temporary On -Sale Liquor License with waiver of the fee for St. Raphael's Church, 7301 Bass Lake Road, for its annual festival on August 2, 3 and 4, 1991. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance Amendment to Section 2005 (Misdemeanors) of the Crystal City Code relating to trespassing. Peter MacMillan of the Prosecuting Attorney's Office and Dan Drake of the Police Department appeared and were heard. Moved by Mayor Herbes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO TRESPASSING; AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 2005 Mayor Herbes withdrew her motion for further discussion. July 2, 1991 page 801 Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to direct staff to research the constitutional aspects of the proposed ordinance amendment and report back to the City Council. By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Voting no: Grimes, Herbes. Motion Carried. Mayor called a recess at 8:50 p.m. Meeting was reconvened at 8:58 p.m. 5. The City Council reconsidered preliminary plat of Twin Lake Shores Second Addition at 5105 and 5109 - 50th Avenue North as requested by City of Crystal Economic Development Authority. No action was taken. 6. The City Council reconsidered a variance to the side street side yard setback of 8' in the required 20' setback at 4403 Zane Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to deny as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code, a variance of 8' in the required 20' side street side yard setback to build a 10' x 20' porch on the existing house at 4403 Zane Avenue North as requested in application #91-11. Motion Carried. Councilmember Carlson was not present for the vote. 7. The City Council considered award of contract for 36th Avenue State Aid Reconstruction Project between Trunk Highway 100 and Douglas Drive. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-62 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT TO NORTHWEST ASPHALT FOR 36TH AVENUE STREET IMPROVEMENT NO. 91-1 By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The City Council considered the acceptance of site improvements for Walgreens, 6918 - 56th Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to accept site improvements and release of final surety for Walgreens, 6918 - 56th Avenue North, as recommended by the City Engineer. Motion Carried. July 2, 1991 page 802 9. The City Council considered a resolution approving premises permit for a one day off-site lawful gambling event at Becker Park on July 28, 1991 (Crystal Frolics) as requested by Knights of Columbus #3656, 4947 West Broadway. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-63 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements 1. Councilmember Joselyn requested staff review a possible policy/ordinance relating to waiver of license and permit fees and bring back to the City Council for consideration. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the list of license applications. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:13 p.m. ATTEST: City ClerR Mayor July 16, 1991 page 803 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on July 16, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Corrine Heine, City Attorney's Office; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Joan Schmidt, Deputy Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor presented checks to winners of the Bass Lake Road Planting Contest: Barbara Perry of Gardenaires Garden Club; and Paul Freid of Scout Troop #141. Florence Gaulke of Victory Robins 4H Club (another winner) was not present to receive a check. It will be mailed out. The Mayor announced the $50 recycling award winners in Crystal for the weeks of July 1 and July 8, 1991. Winners were: Leonard Bortke, 5839 Jersey Avenue North; and Kathy Noren and Jennifer Olson, 5502 - 57th Avenue North. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 2, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 2, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. 1. The City Council considered the Frolic Committee's request for temporary sign permits at 27th and Douglas Drive, 4920 West Broadway, 7200 - 56th Avenue North, and 5607 West Broadway with waiver of fee from July 21 through July 28, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve the Frolic Committee's request for temporary sign permits at 27th and Douglas Drive, 4920 West Broadway, 7200 - 56th Avenue North, and 5607 West Broadway with waiver of fee from July 21 through July 28, 1991. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered a transient merchant license for Jones R. Losen, 613 N.E. 3rd Street, Little Falls, Minnesota, July 16, 1991 page 804 to sell sweet corn at Jack's Superette, 7200 Bass Lake Road on days during July, August and September, 1991 as indicated on the license application on file in the City Clerk's office. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve a transient merchant license for Jones R. Losen, 613 N.E. 3rd Street, Little Falls, Minnesota, to sell sweet corn at Jack's Superette, 7200 Bass Lake Road on days during July, August and September, 1991 as indicated on the license application on file in the City Clerk's office. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered a request for a variance of 2' in the front yard to erect a 6' privacy fence at 5420 Fairview Avenue North. Present and heard were: June Thorson, 5421 Fairview; Sandra Partlow, applicant. Moved by Mayor Herbes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.07, Subd. 8 b) to grant a variance of 2' in the allowed 4' high fence in the front yard to erect a 6' privacy fence at 5420 Fairview Avenue North, as requested in Application #91-14. Discussion followed. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to continue to the next meeting to view. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered a request for a variance of 416" in the required 40' rear yard setback to construct a 1116" x 28' deck on the existing house at 4500 Adair Avenue North. Applicant William Pulles was present and heard. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 4 a) to grant a variance of 3' in the required 40 ft. rear yard setback to build a 10' x 28' deck on the existing house at 4500 Adair Avenue North as requested in Application #91-17. By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Irving. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered a request for a variance of 4' in the required 40' rear yard setback to construct a 12' x 16' 3 - season porch on the existing house at 6908 - 39th Avenue North. July 16, 1991 page 805 Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 4 a) to grant a variance of 4' in the required 40 ft. rear yard setback to build a 12' x 16' 3 -season porch on the existing house at 6908 - 39th Avenue North as requested in Application #91-12. Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered a variance of 216" to the side yard setback and a variance of 2816" to the rear yard setback of 40' to construct a new attached garage at 5117 - 50th Avenue North. Applicant Steven Schell was present and heard. A. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 4 a) to grant a variance of 2816" in the required 40 ft. rear yard setback to allow removal of a 15' x 22' garage and construction of a 20' x 24' attached garage on the existing house at 5117 - 50th Avenue North as requested in Application #91-18. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 3 a) 1) to grant a variance of 216" in the required 5 ft. side yard setback to allow removal of a 15' x 22' garage and construction of a 20' x 24' attached garage on the existing house at 5117 - 50th Avenue North as requested in Application #91-19. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered a Minnesota Wrestling Alliance show on August 11, 1991 at Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway, as requested by Bert Leuer, Promoter. Present and heard were Bert Leuer; Steve Weisman, owner of Steve O's Bar; John Paulson. It was the consensus of the Council that the applicant should work with staff to find another location for such an event. Becker Park and the Community Center are two considerations. The Mayor called a recess at 8:25 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:35 p.m. 8. The City Council considered a request for Storm Sewer Relief at The Crystal, 5755 West Broadway. Applicant John Paulson was present and heard. July 16, 1991 page 806 Staff was directed to do further research and come back to Council with a backflow policy. 9. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance to revise the required rear yard setback from 40 ft. to 30 ft. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PLANNING LAND USE REGULATIONS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 515.13, SUBDIVISION 4 AND 4 a and further, that the second and final reading be held on August 6, 1991. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance to vacate a portion of 51st Place as unused right-of-way. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN PORTION OF A DEDICATED STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY and further, that the second and final reading be held on August 6, 1991. Motion Carried. 11. The City Council considered scheduling a joint work session with the Planning Commission on August 12, 1991 to discuss a draft copy of the Comprehensive Plan. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to meet on August 12, 1991 at 6:30 p.m. with the Planning Commission to discuss a draft copy of the Comprehensive Plan. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council considered the approval of a fireworks display on July 26, 1991 at Becker Park for the Crystal Frolics. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve a fireworks display on July 26, 1991 at Becker Park for the Crystal Frolics. Motion Carried. July 16, 1991 page 807 13, The City Council discussed the distribution of Post News, the official newspaper for the City of Crystal. Informal Discussion and Announcements 1. The City Manager gave an update regarding police department team building and management development. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor August 6, 1991 page 808 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on August 6, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Nancy Gohman, Assistant Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Jessie Hart, Assistant Finance Director; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor thanked the Robbinsdale American Legion for pop donated to all those riding in the Crystal Frolics Parade. The Mayor announced the Crystal $50 recycling award winners for the month of July 1991 as follows: week 1 Leonard Bortke; week 2 Kathy Noren and Jennifer Olson; week 3 Catherine Riley; week 4 Richard Elrod; week 5 Ronald Bodem. The Mayor acknowledged a donation to the City of Crystal in the amount of $2,000 from the Knights of Columbus, 4947 West Broadway. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 16, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 16, 1991 with change indicated on copy supplied in the packets. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following Public Hearing: 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes 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 51st Place as unused right-of-way. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard were: Harold O'Brien, 6802 - 51st Place. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following ordinance: 1 August 6, 1991 page 809 ORDINANCE NO. 91-15 AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN PORTION OF A DEDICATED STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. 1. The City Council considered an application for appointment to the Environmental Quality Commission from Greg Tufte, 2700 Louisiana Avenue North, for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 1993. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to appoint Greg Tufte, 2700 Louisiana Avenue North, to the Environmental Quality Commission for an unexpired term expiring December 31, 1993. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered a request for a variance of 2' in the allowed 4' high fence in the front yard to erect a 6' privacy fence at 5420 Fairview Avenue North. Those appearing and heard were: applicant Sandra Parthow; Hope Riska. Moved by Councilmember Carlson to approve authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.07, Subd. 8 b) to grant a variance of 2' in the allowed 4' high fence in the front yard to erect a 6' privacy fence at 5420 Fairview Avenue North, as requested in Application #91-14. Motion Failed For Lack of a Second. Discussion followed. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Mayor Herbes to approve authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.07, Subd. 8 b) to grant a variance of 2' in the allowed 4' high fence in the front yard to erect a 6' privacy fence at 5420 Fairview Avenue North, as requested in Application #91-14. By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Herbes; voting no: Grimes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion Failed. 3. The City Council considered a waiver of Community Center rental fees as requested by the Crystal Women of Today. Those appearing and heard were: Hope Riska, Crystal Women of Today. August 6, 1991 page 810 Moved by Councilmember Carlson to approve waiver of Community Center rental fees for Crystal Women of Today for one year. Motion Failed For Lack of a Second. 4. Roger Schanus and Al Heinen of Boeckermann, Heinen & Mayer appeared before the Council to present the 1990 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Auditors Management Report. 5. The City Council reconsidered preliminary replatting of 5105- 5109 - 50th Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve preliminary replatting of 5105-5109 - 50th Avenue North. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson; voting no: Herbes. Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing execution of Community Development Block Grant Subrecipient Agreement. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-64 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MAYOR & CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY FOR THE URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The Mayor called a recess at 7:57 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:08 p.m. 7. The City Council considered an Early Retirement Incentive Program from August 1991 through December 31, 1992. Staff was directed to calculate cost savings for the City by initiating the program, employees eligible for the program for the second phase (after December 31, 1992), and bring back to the Council for further consideration. 8. The City Council considered the 1991 Labor Contract with Police Managers. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the 1991 Labor Contract with Police Managers. Motion Carried. August 6, 1991 page 811 9. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance to revise required rear yard setback to 301. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-16 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, APPENDIX I (Zoning) SUBSECTION 515.13, SUBDIVISION 4 & 4a and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered a resolution correcting Minnesota State Aid Designations to include Welcome Avenue between 32nd and 34th Avenues (omitted by error). Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-65 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING STATE AID ROUTE IN CRYSTAL By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 11. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance to vacate utility and drainage easement at 3417 Winnetka Avenue. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT and further, that the second and final reading be held on August 20, 1991. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council considered the consolidation of fire services with the City of New Hope. The City Council directed staff to pursue investigation of consolidation of fire services with the City of New Hope. August 6, 1991 page 812 13. The City Council considered a resolution amending the 1991 General Fund Adopted Operating Budget. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-66 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1991 GENERAL FUND ADOPTED OPERATING BUDGET By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 14. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance relating to public health; repealing Subsection 610.59 regarding "Quality Assurance Plan". Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PUBLIC HEALTH: REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 610.59 and further, that the second and final reading be held on August 20, 1991. Motion Carried. Open Forum Red Sochacki and Archie Anderson of Twin Lake North Condominiums, 4710 - 58th Avenue North, appeared before the Council regarding water on the parking lot of the complex. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, with the addition of an Itinerant Food license for Crystal Park & Recreation, 4800 Douglas Drive, on August 7, 1991, a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m. L ATTEST: 1 City Cler August 6, 1991 page 813 Mayor August 12, 1991 page 814 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a special joint work session of the Crystal City Council and the Planning Commission was held on August 12, 1991, at 6:38 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following Councilmembers were present: Carlson, Grimes, Langsdorf; absent: Irving, Herbes, Joselyn, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Jan Scofield, Recording Secretary. The Planning Commission and the Crystal City Council discussed the Comprehensive Plan. The Planning Commission and the City Council will approve the Comprehensive Plan before it goes to the Metropolitan Council. Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. ATTEST: �_� _ i ' City Manager Mayor 1 Fj� August 20, 1991 page 815 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on August 20, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf (arrived at 7:35 p.m.). Absent were: Carlson, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Miles Johnson, Finance Director. 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 Meeting of August 6, 1991 and the special joint work session with the Planning Commission of August 12, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 6, 1991 and the special joint work session with the Planning Commission of August 12, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of Third Party Agreement between the City of Crystal and the Greater Minneapolis Day Care Association (CDBG Child Care Programs), and authorization for the Mayor and City Manager to execute the agreement. 2. Consideration of Third Party Agreement between the City of Crystal and the Crystal Economic Development Authority (CDBG Deferred Loan and Scattered Site Acquisition Program), and authorization for the Mayor and City Manager to execute the agreement. 3. Consideration of a solicitor's permit for Minnesota Suicide Prevention Council, 12450 Wayzata Blvd., to solicit in the City of Crystal from August 21, 1991 thru August 31, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. August 20, 1991 page 816 1. The City Council considered a variance of 12 ft. in the rear yard setback to build a 12' x 12' screen porch at 5541 Zane Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 4 a) to grant a variance of 12 ft. in the required 40 ft. rear yard setback to build a 12' x 12' 3 - season porch on the existing house at 5541 Zane Avenue North, as requested in variance application #91-20. No second was heard. Discussion followed. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to continue until September 3, 1991 discussion of this item to allow full attendance of the Council. By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn; voting no: Grimes; absent, not voting: Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered a variance of 4 inches to side yard setback to build a 22' x 28' attached garage at 6807 - 51st Place North. Applicant Larry Hawieson appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 3 a) 1) to grant a variance of 4 inches in the required 5 ft. side yard setback to build a 22' x 28' attached garage on the existing house at 6807 - 51st Place N., as requested in variance application #91-21. Motion Failed for Lack of a Second. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to continue until September 3, 1991 the discussion of this item to allow full attendance of the Council. By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Irving; voting no: Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting: Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion Failed. Moved by Councilmember Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 3 a) 1) to grant a variance of 4 inches in the August 20, 1991 page 817 required 5 ft. side yard setback to build a 22' x 28' attached garage on the existing house at 6807 - 51st Place N., as requested in variance application #91-21. Motion Failed For Lack of a Second. Consensus of the Councilmembers present was to put the item on the September 3, 1991 agenda for reconsideration. 3. The City Council considered a variance of 15.7 ft. in the side street side yard setback to build a detached 20' x 22' garage at 5801 Regent Avenue North. Larry Kowal, son-in-law of the applicant, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.07, Subd. 5 c) 3) to grant a variance of 15.7 ft. in the required 25.7 ft. side street side yard setback to build a 20' x 22' detached garage at 5801 Regent Avenue North, as requested in variance application #91- 22. Motion Carried. Councilmember Langsdorf arrived at 7:35 p.m. 4. The City Council considered a proposal from the Crystal Firefighters Relief Association regarding an increase in pension for members of the Crystal Fire Department. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to table the item. Motion Carried. Councilmember Irving stated the following reasons for tabling discussion of this item: await 1992 Budget meetings, await a decision regarding combination of services with the City of New Hope, retirees should be conferred with, and await a full attendance of the City Council. 5. The City Council considered a request from the Crystal Police Relief Association to change its bylaws to conform with Minnesota Statute 423A.17 regarding surviving spouse benefits. No action was taken. 6. The City Council considered Storm Sewer Relief Funding. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-67 RESOLUTION APPROVING STORM SEWER August 20, 1991 page 818 RELIEF WITHIN THE BASS LAKE ROAD WATERSHED By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Moravec, Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The Mayor called a recess at 7:55 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:04 p.m. 7. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance relating to public health; repealing Subsection 610.59 regarding "Quality Assurance Plan". Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-17 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PUBLIC HEALTH: REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 610.59 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. (Councilmember Grimes was out of the room when the vote was taken.) 8. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance vacating utility easement at 6529 - 45th Place. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT and further, that the second and final reading be held on September 3, 1991. Motion Carried. 9. The City Council considered a resolution adopting proposed budget and levying proposed taxes for certification to the County Auditor and setting the public hearing date to review the proposed 1992 Operating Budget. A. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-68 RESOLUTION ADOPTING PROPOSED BUDGET AND LEVYING I� August 20, 1991 page 819 PROPOSED TAXES FOR CERTIFICATION TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Moravec, Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to set 7 p.m., November 18, 1991, as the date and time for a public hearing on the proposed City of Crystal 1992 Budget, with 7 p.m., November 25, December 4, and December 5, 1991, as continuation dates for the public hearing if necessary. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered a recommendation to solicit architectural proposals for City Hall renovation. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to authorize City staff to solicit proposal for design services for City Hall renovation. Motion Carried. 11. The City Council considered modification to Housing Code, regarding a statement of Intent to Comply option. It was the consensus of the City Council to send information regarding modification to Housing Code relative to a statement of Intent to Comply option to the Planning Commission for its review. 12. The City Council considered requests for funding from People Responding In Social Ministry (PRISM) in the amount of $5,000; North Hennepin Mediation Project in the amount of $1,000; and the Animal Humane Society in the amount of $6,310. It was the consensus of the City Council to include requests for funding from PRISM, North Hennepin Mediation Project and Animal Humane Society in the 1992 Budget discussions. 13. The City Council considered a request from Rebecca Haapanen of Church of the Sacred Heart, 40th and West Broadway, to have temporary signs at locations noted on request form from August 23 through September 9, 1991 with waiver of fee. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to deny a request from Rebecca Haapanen of Church of the Sacred Heart, 40th and West Broadway, Robbinsdale, Minnesota to have temporary signs at locations in Crystal from August 23 through September 9, 1991 as noted on the request form with waiver of fee. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn Langsdorf to approve the list submitted by the City Clerk to Motion Carried. and seconded by Councilmember of license applications as the City Council, a list of August 20, 1991 page 820 which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk x =, •e Mayor 1 September 3, 1991 page 821 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on September 3, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor proclaimed September 17 thru September 23, 1991 as United States Constitution Week in the City of Crystal. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 20, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 20, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of a 1 -day temporary On -Sale Liquor License on October 22, 1991 with waiver of the fee, as requested by Knights of Columbus #3656, 4947 West Broadway. 2. Set October 1, 1991 as the date for a Public Hearing on the 1991 Assessment Projects. 3. Consideration of extending the City's insurance coverage to include serving wine at the Human Relations Commission meeting "The League of Minnesota Human Rights Commissions 20th Annual Conference" on September 14, 1991 at the Crystal Community Center. 4. Consideration of amended Minnesota Lawful Gambling Premise Permit and Lease Agreement, changing days and times of Bingo occasions at K of C Hall, 4947 West Broadway, from Sundays 12:15-2:10; 2:30-4:15; 6:15-8:10; 8:30-10:15 and Wednesdays 6:15-8:10; 8:30-10:15 p.m. to Sundays 12:15-2:15 p.m., 2:30- 4:15 p.m., 6:15-8:15 p.m. and 8:30-10:15 p.m. as requested by Knights of Columbus, 4947 West Broadway. 5. Consideration of amended Minnesota Lawful Gambling Premise Permit and Lease Agreement, changing days and times of Bingo September 3, 1991 page 822 occasions at K of C Hall, 4947 West Broadway, from Monday, Tuesday 6:15-8:15; 8:30-10:15 to Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:15-8:15 p.m.; 8:30-10:15 p.m. as requested by Catholic Eldercare, 817 Main Street N.E., Minneapolis, Minnesota. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following Public Hearings: 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider vacation of a utility and drainage easement at 3417 Winnetka Avenue. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-18 AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 2. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider vacation of a utility and drainage easement at 6529 - 45th Place. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-19 AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. September 3, 1991 page 823 1. The City Council reconsidered a variance of 12 ft. in the rear yard setback to build a 12' x 12' screen porch at 5541 Zane Avenue North. Robert Thomsen, owner of property, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 4 a) to grant a variance of 12 ft. in the required 40 ft. rear yard setback to build a 12' x 12' 3 -season porch on the existing house at 5541 Zane Avenue North, as requested in variance application #91- 20. By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes; voting no: Langsdorf, Moravec, Irving. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council reconsidered a variance of 4 inches to side yard setback to build a 22' x 28' attached garage at 6807 - 51st Place North. Applicant Larry Howieson appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 3 a) 1) to grant a variance of 4 inches in the required 5 ft. side yard setback to build a 22' x 28' attached garage on the existing house at 6807 - 51st Place N., as requested in variance application #91-21. By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn; voting no: Moravec. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered the terms of agreement with Hennepin County on County Road 81/Wilshire Avenue Intersection. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to direct staff to proceed in a manner consistent with the proposal presented by the City Engineer at the September 3, 1991 City Council meeting. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered stop sign installation on Quebec Avenue at its intersection with 59th Place. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve removal of yield sign and installation of September 3, 1991 page 824 stop signs on Quebec Avenue at its intersection with 59th Place as recommended by the Public Works Director. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing amendment to the development contract with Super Valu, Tax Increment Financing District No. 2. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-69 RESOLUTION APPROVING FIRST AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT AMONG THE CRYSTAL EDA, THE CITY AND SUPER VALU STORES, INC. By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The City Council considered a resolution relating to City participation in Narcotics Control Program. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-70 RESOLUTION RELATING TO CITY PARTICIPATION IN NARCOTICS CONTROL PROGRAM By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 7. The City Council considered "Police Bill of Rights" legislation. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-71 RESOLUTION OPPOSING "POLICE BILL OF RIGHTS" LEGISLATION (HR 2946) By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. September 3, 1991 page 825 8. The City Council considered an increase in the City's utility billing recycling service fee in its 1992 budget as recommended by the Hennepin Recycling Group Board. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91 - RESOLUTION SETTING CITY OF CRYSTAL UTILITY BILLING RECYCLING SERVICE FEE Discussion followed. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to continue to the September 16, 1991 City Council meeting to allow attendance of the HRG Administrator. Motion Carried. 9. The City Council considered a resolution declaring the official intent of the City of Crystal to reimburse certain expenditures from the proceeds of taxable or tax-exempt bonds to be issued by the City. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-72 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE OFFICIAL INTENT OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL TO REIMBURSE CERTAIN EXPENDITURES FROM THE PROCEEDS OF TAXABLE OR TAX-EXEMPT BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 10. The City Council considered the appointment of a voting and an alternate voting delegate for the Annual Congress of Cities, December 12 thru December 16, 1991 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to appoint Mayor Herbes as the voting delegate and Councilmember Irving as the alternate voting delegate for the Annual Congress of Cities, December 12 thru December 16, 1991 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Motion Carried. 11. The 1992 proposed City of Crystal Budget was distributed to Councilmembers. Consensus of the Council was to set 7 p.m. on September 3, 1991 page 826 October 7 and October 21, 1991 as the time and dates to conduct work sessions with department heads to discuss the proposed 1992 City of Crystal Budget. 12. The City Council considered a grading permit for 6427 - 41st Avenue North as requested by Brent Gisslen. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to continue to September 16, 1991 discussion of a grading permit for 6427 - 41st Avenue North. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor September 16, 1991 page 827 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on September 16, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf (arrived at 7:04 p.m.), Moravec (arrived at 7:10 p.m.). Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Nancy Gohman, Assistant Manager; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; James Mossey, Chief of Police. 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 Meeting of September 3, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 3, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. 1. Ms. Amy Vomhof of the N.W. Hennepin Human Services Council appeared before the City Council to provide an update on demographic trends and the human service planning and coordinating activities of the Council. Marty Gates, Crystal Representative on the N.W. Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Board, appeared and was heard. Councilmember Irving directed staff to place an article in the paper advertising a vacancy for a Crystal Representative on the Advisory Board. 2. The City Council considered issuance of a building permit for an airplane hangar at Crystal Airport, Lot 74B, as requested by George Osland. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to grant authorization to issue a building permit for a 40' x 88' airplane hangar located at Lot 74 B, Crystal Airport, subject to standard procedure. Motion Carried. 3, The City Council considered a request for a variance to the side yard setback for an addition on the attached garage on the existing house at 8024 - 33rd Avenue North as requested by Allen and Sandra Jostock. Sandra Jostock appeared ans was heard. September 16, 1991 page 828 Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf approve granting a variance of 6 inches in the required 5' side yard setback to build an addition on the attached garage on the existing house to make the garage 20' wide at 8024 - 33rd Avenue North as requested in Variance Application #91-23. Motion Failed For Lack of a Second. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to deny as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission granting a variance of 6 inches in the required 5' side yard setback to build an addition on the attached garage on the existing house to make the garage 20' wide at 8024 - 33rd Avenue North as requested in Variance Application #91-23. By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Moravec; voting no: Langsdorf. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered a Charitable Gambling Premise Permit Application for Hardinger Foundation, Inc. at the Paddock Bar, 5540 Lakeland Avenue North, which was initially approved by the City Council on 5-21-91. John Hartinger appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-73 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 5. The City Council considered an increase in benefits and bylaw change as requested by the Crystal Fire Relief Association. Don Toaves, Crystal Fire Relief Association, and Art Quady, President of the Crystal Firefighters Retirees, appeared and were heard. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to continue consideration of an increase in benefits and bylaw change as requested by the Crystal Fire Relief Association at the 1992 Budget Work Sessions and direct staff and Crystal Fire Relief Association to provide Crystal Firefighters Retirees with all information regarding the increase in benefits and bylaw change. Motion Carried. September 16, 1991 page 829 The Mayor called a recess at 8:02 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:20 p.m. 6. The City Council considered a grading permit for 6427 - 41st Avenue North as requested by Brent Gisslen. Mark Gaulke, 4051 Douglas Drive, appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to table discussion of the grading permit until such time as applicant agrees to appear before the Council. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered a resolution regarding final plat approval of Twin Lake Shores Second Addition at 5105-09 50th Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-74 RESOLUTION APPROVING PLAT TWIN LAKE SHORE 2ND ADDITION By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The City Council considered the continuation of the First Reading of an Ordinance Amendment to Section 2005 (Misdemeanors) of the Crystal City Code Relating to Trespassing. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to defer action to the October 1, 1991 City Council meeting and direct staff to prepare a draft of proposed ordinance amendment for Council review. Motion Carried. 9. The City Council considered the Lockup Inspection Report from the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office. No action was taken. 10. The City Council considered extending the moratorium on variances to the sign ordinance. A. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-75 RESOLUTION RELATING TO SIGNS: EXTENDING THE MORATORIUM 019 SIGN VARIANCES September 16, 1991 page 830 By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SIGNS: EXTENDING THE MORATORIUM ON SIGN VARIANCES and further, that the second and final reading be held on October 1, 1991. Motion Carried. 11. The City Council considered a resolution supporting passage of the Toxic Cleanup Equity and Acceleration Act of 1991. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-76 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING PASSAGE OF THE TOXIC CLEANUP EQUITY AND ACCELERATION ACT By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 12. The City Council discussed amendments to the City code regarding refuse and nuisances. Consensus of the Council directed staff to draft the proposed ordinance change and place on a Council Agenda when complete. 13. The City Council considered a "waiver of fee" policy. Council directed staff to prepare a list of exemptions/waivers contained in the existing ordinance and bring back to Council for consideration. 14. The City Council discussed the ordinance relating to Solicitor's Permits. Council directed staff to prepare a proposal more clearly defining requirements of various groups conducting solicitation in the City of Crystal. 15. The City Council considered purchasing property at 4101 Adair Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to purchase property at 4101 Adair Avenue North as proposed by the City Engineer. 1 September 16, 1991 page 831 Motion Carried. Open Forum 1. Sherry and Dan Durdin, 4242 Kentucky Avenue North, appeared before the City Council to express concerns regarding the Memory Lane Pond, age of the pump used by the City, and death of ducks in the pond. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:08 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk �� xz��- Mayor October 1, 1991 page 832 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on October 1, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor announced the City of Crystal's $50 recycling winners for the months of August and September. The Mayor acknowledged a donation to the Crystal Fire Department by the Crystal Fire Relief Association in the amount of $7,380. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 16, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 16, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of the designation of election judges and polling locations for the November 5, 1991 General Municipal Election as submitted in a list by the City Clerk. 2. Consideration of approval for the Crystal Fire Department to use donated gambling funds for purchase of resuscitators, generators and firefighting flashlights. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following Public Hearings: 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider assessments for: (a) 1991 Sealcoat Program, Project 91-2; (b) 1991 Alley Reconstruction Project 91-4; (c) 1991 Diseased Tree Removal, Weed Cutting, and Debris Removal; October 1, 1991 page 833 (d) Delinquent Sewer, Water, Street Lighting and Recycling Charges. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard were: A. Sealcoat Project #912 Robert Rotz, 3528 Lee Avenue North (low spot in street in front of house); W. H. Morris, 3533 Regent Avenue North; Carol Langer, 3524 Kyle Avenue North; Virginia Larsen, 5624 - 36th Avenue North (tree roots breaking up curb); Mark Riggle, 3612 Xenia Avenue North; Jim Kornmann, 3527 Kyle Avenue North; Ruth Szajner, 3417 Noble Avenue North (asphalt bump into driveway). D. Delinauent Sewer. Water. Street Liahtina and Recvclina Charges Carol Langer, 3524 Kyle Avenue North (no street light close by house) ; Nate Sherry, 5231 Douglas Drive. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. A. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-77 RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR THE 1991 SEALCOAT PROGRAM, PROJECT #91-2 By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec; voting no: Irving. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-78 RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR THE 1991 ALLEY RECONSTRUCTION, PROJECT #91-4 By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. C. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: October 1, 1991 page 834 RESOLUTION NO. 91-79 RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR THE 1991 DISEASED TREE REMOVAL, WEED CUTTING, AND DEBRIS REMOVAL By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. D. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-80 RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR DELINQUENT SEWER, WATER, STREET LIGHTING AND RECYCLING CHARGES with the exception of property owned by Nate Sherry at 5231 Douglas Drive, directing staff to investigate allegations made by Mr. Sherry. By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. 1. The City Council considered waiver of fee for the meeting rooms at the Crystal Community Center for a committee that will be organized to create an awareness of the disabled. Bob Techam of the Crystal Human Relations Commission appeared and was heard. Staff was directed to work with Mr. Techam in an effort to provide handicap accessible space at City Hall. The Council Chambers was suggested. No fee would be charged for the use. 2. The City Council considered the recommendation from the Human Relations Commission for Barbara Johnston to be the recipient of the 1991 Human Rights Award and that the other two nominees be presented with certificates of Special Recognition. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the recommendation from the Human Relations Commission for Barbara Johnston to be the recipient of the 1991 Human Rights Award and that the other two nominees (Patrick Mooney and James Longie) be presented with certificates of Special Recognition, awards to be presented at October 1, 1991 page 835 the Human Rights Day celebration on October 19, 1991. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered the recommendation from the Environmental Quality Commission to present a Business Environmental Award to Crib Diaper Service at the Environmental Awareness Day on October 19, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve the recommendation from the Environmental Quality Commission to present a Business Environmental Award to Crib Diaper Service at the Environmental Awareness Day on October 19, 1991. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance Amendment to Section 2005 (Misdemeanors) of the Crystal City Code Relating to Trespassing. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO MISDEMEANORS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 2005 BY ADDING A SUBSECTION and further, that the second and final reading be held on October 15, 1991. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered the appointment of a committee to study the feasibility of consolidation of New Hope and Crystal Fire Departments. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to appoint the following to serve on a committee to study the feasibility of consolidation of New Hope and Crystal Fire Departments: Mayor Herbes; Councilmember Irving; Kevin McGinty, Fire Chief; Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; member of Crystal Fire Department to be appointed by the Fire Department; and Justin Anderson, retired firefighter, as the citizen member, City of Crystal, subject to his acceptance of the appointment. Motion Carried. 6. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance extending the moratorium on variances to the sign ordinance. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: October 1, 1991 page 836 ORDINANCE NO. 91-20 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SIGNS: EXTENDING THE MORATORIUM ON SIGN VARIANCES and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered holding a work session on The Comprehensive Plan jointly with the Planning Commission. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to set 6:30 p.m., November 12, 1991, as the date and time for a joint work session with the Planning Commission to review the Comprehensive Plan. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor October 7, 1991 page 837 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Special Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held on October 7, 1991, at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were present: Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; William Monk, City Engineer; Kevin McGinty, Fire Chief; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; Jessie Hart, Assistant Finance Director; Darlene George, City Clerk; Pam Foster, Supervising Sanitarian; Ken Bjorn, Assessor; Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. A budget overview was presented by the Finance Director and the Assistant Finance Director. The City Council discussed the Fire Relief Association request for a pension increase. Don Toaves, Crystal firefighter, appeared and was heard. Council directed staff to recalculate figures and get a report to them for review. The City Council discussed budgets for the following City departments: City Buildings, Engineering, Street Maintenance, Utilities (Water & Sewer), Storm Sewer Utility, Community Center (Maintenance), PIR Fund, Fire Department, Assessing Department, Health Department, Recycling Fund, and Economic Development Authority Fund. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:58 p.m. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk October 15, 1991 page 838 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on October 15, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf. Absent were: Grimes, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Corrine Heine, City Attorney's office; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor proclaimed the week of October 20-26, 1991 as National Business Women's Week in the City of Crystal The Mayor proclaimed the week of November 8-15, 1991 as Chemical Health Week in the City of Crystal. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 1, 1991 and the Budget Work Session of October 7, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 1, 1991 and the Budget Work Session of October 7, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. 1. The City Council considered a grading permit for 6427 - 41st Avenue North as requested by Brent Gisslen. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to remove discussion of the grading permit from the table (item tabled at the September 16, 1991 City Council meeting). Motion Carried. Brent Gisslen appeared and was heard. After much discussion and due to the fact a grading permit application had not been submitted by Mr. Gisslen, it was moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to direct staff to prepare a recommendation for Council action regarding the property at 6427 - 41st Avenue North. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered a report on utility charges for 5231 Douglas Drive (Nate Sherry, owner). October 15, 1991 page 839 Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to place the property at 5231 Douglas Drive (Nate Sherry, owner) back on the assessment roll for delinquent sewer, water, street lighting and recycling charges. Motion Carried. Councilmember Carlson was absent from the room when this vote was taken. 3. The City Council considered a parking lot reconstruction plan for Twin Lake North Condominiums, 4710 - 58th Avenue. Mancel Halverson, 4710 - 58th Avenue North, was heard. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the plan for parking lot reconstruction at Twin Lake North Condominiums, 4710 - 58th Avenue North, with the two conditions as outlined in the City Engineer's memo of October 11, 1991. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 7:52 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:04 p.m. 4. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance Amendment to Section 2005 (Misdemeanors) of the Crystal City Code Relating to Trespassing. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-21 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO MISDEMEANORS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 2005 BY ADDING A SUBSECTION and further, that this be the second and final reading. By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Carlson; absent, not voting: Grimes, Moravec. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered the preliminary plan for Hennepin County upgrade of West Broadway between Fairview Avenue and 42nd Avenue. 6. The City Council considered the approval of preparation of design plans and specifications for County Road 81/Wilshire Boulevard Intersection Project. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to recommend authorizing Westwood Engineering Services to proceed with the final design for County Road October 15, 1991 i page 840 81/Wilshire Boulevard Intersection Project, with money to be borrowed temporarily from the Infrastructure Fund to be paid back by State Aid when the project is complete. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered setting November 6, 1991 as the date to canvass votes for the November 5, 1991 General Municipal Election. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to set 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard on November 6, 1991, as the date and time to canvass the votes of the November 5, 1991 General Municipal Election. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered the First Reading of amendments to provisions of the Crystal City Code pertaining to Nuisances. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to refer the ordinance amendments pertaining to nuisances to the Planning Commission for its review. Motion Carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements: 1. By consensus the Council changed the second 1992 Budget Work Session from October 21 to October 28 at 7 p.m. and set a Special Economic Development Authority meeting for 7:30 p.m. on October 21, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. —Zie� � Z. & a- P- � Mayor ATTEST: City Cl k October 28, 1991 page 841 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Special Work Session of the Crystal City Council was held on October 28, 1991, at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were present: Carlson, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf. Absent were: Moravec, Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Nancy Gohman, Assistant Manager; James Mossey, Police Chief; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director; Gene Hackett, Assistant Park & Recreation Director; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; Jessie Hart, Assistant Finance Director. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council reviewed the Fire Relief Pension requests. The City Council discussed budgets for the following City departments: Police Department, Civil Defense, Mayor & Council, Elections, Park Maintenance, Recreation, Swimming Pool, Community Center, Tree Disease, Water Slide, PIR Fund, Planning & Inspection, Housing Maintenance, Administration, Personnel, Non -Departmental, and Human Service Programs. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m. ATTEST: is City Clerk Mayor November 6, 1991 page 842 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on November 6, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Absent was: Herbes. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator; Nancy Gohman, Assistant Manager. The Mayor Pro Tem led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Mayor Pro Tem announced the City of Crystal recycling winners for the month of October. Each winner receives $50. The Mayor Pro Tem recognized a donation of $8,830.00 to the Crystal Fire Department from the Crystal Fire Relief Association. The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 15, 1991 and the Budget Work Session of October 28, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 15, 1991 with the exception of showing Moravec as absent and Langsdorf as present in the roll call and to approve the Budget Work Session minutes of October 28, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of a check in the amount of $2,000 from Catholic Eldercare, Inc. and their recommendation that $1,000 be used for programs for the elderly and $1,000 to be used for food and clothing programs for the poor. 2. Consideration of the acceptance of a letter of resignation received from Arlene Pitts, 5756 Quail Avenue North, from the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission. 3. Consideration of authorization for the Fire Department to use Charitable Gambling Donation Funds to purchase training equipment, emergency medical equipment, and radio equipment. Councilmember Moravec requested that item #1 on the Consent Agenda be removed for discussion. November 6, 1991 page 843 Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve items #2 and #3 on the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. 1. The City Council considered a request for variance to the side street side yard setback at 5261 Kentucky Avenue North as requested by Michael Culhane. Mr. Culhane appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve the authorization pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 3 a) 2) iii) to allow a variance of 18' 6" in the required 30' side street side yard setback to build a 10' x 49' deck on the existing house at 5261 Kentucky Avenue North as requested in variance application #91-24. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered a request for a variance to the side yard setback at 6015 - 34th Avenue North as requested by Roland Jungk. Mr. Jungk appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 3 a) 1) to allow a variance of 4' in the required 5' side yard setback to build a 12' x 26' attached garage on the existing house at 6015 - 34th Avenue North as requested in variance application #91-25. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered a recommendation from City staff regarding property owned by Brent Gisslen at 6427 - 41st Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the City Engineer's recommendation, removing the word "dormant" and change date from November 22, 1991 to May 15, 1992 in the fourth condition of recommendation #1 and changing the date from November 22, 1991 to May 15, 1992 in the second condition of recommendation #2. Motion Carried. Mayor Pro Tem Irving recognized members of Boy Scout Troop 247, attending the Council meeting for the purpose of earning citizenship badges. November 6, 1991 page 844 4. The City Council considered the revised Hennepin Recycling Group 1992 Budget Proposal. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the revised Hennepin Recycling Group 1992 Budget Proposal as presented by the HRG Administrator. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered an early retirement policy for the City of Crystal. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the City of Crystal early retirement policy as presented by the Assistant Manager, with restrictions of age 58 and minimum of 10 years of service to Crystal. After discussion Councilmember Joselyn withdrew his motion. Councilmember Moravec requested breakdown of scenarios as presented by Assistant Manager to be brought back to Council when complete. 6. The City Council considered an extension of the negotiation agreement with Paster Enterprises regarding the northeast corner of Bass Lake Road and West Broadway. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-80A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Irving, Joselyn Langsdorf, Moravec; absent, not voting: Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. The Mayor called a recess at 8:15 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:25 p.m. 7. The City Council considered two-year Lawful Gambling Premise Permits applications from: Elk's Lodge #44, 5410 Lakeland Avenue North; Lions Club of Crystal at Palace Inn Broadway Pizza, 5607 West Broadway; Lions Club of Crystal at Doyle's Bowl and Lounge, 5000 West Broadway; Minnesota Therapeutic Camp, Inc. at Nicklows, 3516 N. Lilac Drive; Knights of Columbus Hall, 4947 West Broadway; Crystal Fireman's Relief Association at Rostamo's, 6014 Lakeland Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of November 6, 1991 page 845 which was dispensed with by unanimous consent, with the exception of Minnesota Therapeutic Camp, Inc. who is not up- to-date with reports required by the City. RESOLUTION NO. 91-81 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING; APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Irving, Joselyn Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson; absent, not voting: Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 8. The City Council considered a Resolution canvassing the vote and declaring the results of the General Municipal Election. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-82 RESOLUTION CANVASSING THE VOTE AND DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes; absent, not voting: Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 9. The City Council considered a resolution relating to fees and charges: amending Appendix IV to the City Code. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-83 RESOLUTION RELATING TO FEES AND CHARGES: AMENDING APPENDIX IV TO THE CITY CODE By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Irving; absent, not voting: Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 10. The City Council considered setting a meeting date and time for Council Committee/City Manager to review City Manager's performance evaluation. Moved by Councilmember Irving to recommend the same committee review City Manager's performance evaluation that was appointed by the City Council earlier in 1991. Motion Failed for Lack of a Second. November 6, 1991 page 846 Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to appoint Councilmembers Joselyn, Grimes and Langsdorf as the committee to review City Manager's performance evaluation. After discussion the mover and seconder withdrew the motion. Consensus of the City Council was to continue discussion at the next City Council meeting. 11. The City Council considered payment of the 1991 Northern Mayors marketing dues out of the Contingency Fund. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-84 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF $11,761 FROM THE COUNCIL'S EMERGENCY APPROPRIATIONS ACCOUNT By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Irving, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 12. The City Council considered the City Council's recommended additions and staff adjustments to the 1992 proposed budget. No action was taken. 13. The City Council considered item #1 on the Consent Agenda - a check in the amount of $2,000 from Catholic Eldercare, Inc. and its recommendation that $1,000 be used for programs for the elderly and $1,000 to be used for food and clothing programs for the poor. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Moravec that $1,000 be used for PRISM and $1,000 be used for the Senior Transportation Program. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk November 6, 1991 page 847 Mayor Pro Tem November 14, 1991 page 848 Pursuant to due call and in accordance with Minnesota Statute 204C.36 and Minnesota Secretary of State Rules, Chapter 8235, the Crystal City Council met as the Canvassing Board to canvass the results of the Municipal Election in Ward 3 on November 14, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Darlene George, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 1. The City Council considered a resolution canvassing the recount for the Office of Ward 3 Councilmember in the General Municipal Election of November 5, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-85 RESOLUTION CANVASSING THE RECOUNT FOR THE OFFICE OF WARD 3 COUNCILMEMBER IN THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OF NOVEMBER 5, 1991 By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk November 18, 1991 page 849 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Special Meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on November 18, 1991, at 7:00 p.m., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; Jessie Hart, Assistant Finance Director; Darlene George, City Clerk. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council considered the following Public Hearing: 1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider the 1992 City of Crystal Budget. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard were: Al Holter, 4366 Xenia Avenue North; Brad Hildebrand, 6201 - 38th Avenue North; John Paulson, Crystal Business Owner/Golden Valley resident; Bill Thompson, 8100 - 32nd Ave. North; Chez Raginiak, 6607 - 46th Place North. The Mayor called a recess at 8:20 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:32 p.m. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Carlson to continue discussion of the City of Crystal Budget to the December 3, 1991 City Council meeting. Motion Failed for Lack of a Second. Discussion followed. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to continue consideration of the City of Crystal 1992 Budget to the December 3, 1991 City Council meeting and instruct staff to find a method of providing approximately $12,000 to $15,000 to be transferred to the Fire Pension Fund. Discussion followed. Steve Longaecker, Crystal Fire Department, appeared and was heard relating to meetings with the City of New Hope relative to combining services with that City. Councilmember Irving withdrew his motion. November 18, 1991 page 850 Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to give a $250 increase in a lump sum payment and 50 cents per month benefit for the retirees for 1992. Discussion followed. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to close the debate. By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Langsdorf; voting no: Joselyn, Moravec. Motion Carried. Voting on the main motion to give a $250 increase in a lump sum payment and 50 cents per month benefit for the retirees for 1992: Motion Carried Unanimously. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-86 RESOLUTION LEVYING TAXES FOR CERTIFICATION TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR FOR PAYABLE 1992 By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Langsdorf, Joselyn, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk November 19, 1991 page 851 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on November 19, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec (arrived at 9:07 p.m.). Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Nancy Gohman, Assistant Manager; Chris McGlincey, Planning Intern. 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 Meeting of November 6, 1991 and the Canvassing Board Meeting of November 14, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 6, 1991 and the Canvassing Board Meeting of November 14, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. 1. The City Council considered a request for a variance to allow two curb cut openings for construction of a detached two -car garage with access to the alley at 4521 Vera Cruz Ave. N. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the authorization pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 10) to allow two curb cut openings for construction of a detached two car garage with access to the alley at 4521 Vera Cruz Ave. N. as requested by Richard H. Nelson. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered the lot split and combination of 15 feet of property located at 5565 and 5573 Welcome Avenue North as submitted by Harry and Debbie Hauser of 5573 Welcome Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant to Section 506.13, Subd. 3 of the Crystal City Code, the proposed lot split and combination of 15 feet from 5565 November 19, 1991 page 852 Welcome Ave. N., Lot 2, Block 1, Norcross Addition, to 5573 Welcome Ave. N., Lot 1, block 1, Norcross Addition, as submitted by Harry and Debbie Hauser of 5573 Welcome Avenue North, Motion Carried. 3. The City Council reconsidered a two-year Lawful Gambling Premise permit application from Minnesota Therapeutic Camp, Inc. at Nicklows, 3516 N. Lilac Drive. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-87 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING; APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 4. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance to change side street side yard setback on certain properties. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, APPENDIX I (ZONING) SUBSECTION 515.13, SUBDIVISION 3 (A) 2) i ii and further, that the second and final reading will be held on December 3, 1991. Motion Carried. 5. The City Council considered accepting improvements and the release of financial surety for work at St. Raphael's Church, 7301 - 56th Avenue North. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to accept the work required as a condition of building permit approval for St. Raphael's Church, 7301 - 56th Avenue North, subject to guaranty provisions of the agreement, effective this date, and that surety in the amount of $35,000 be released, subject to said guarantee as recommended by the City Engineer. Motion Carried. November 19, 1991 page 853 6, The City Council considered the preliminary design plans for the upgrade of West Broadway (County Road 8) between Fairview and 42nd Avenues. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve the preliminary design plan for West Broadway's upgrade between Fairview and 42nd Avenues as submitted and recommended by the City Engineer. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council reviewed architectural service proposals for the City Hall renovation project. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to direct staff to begin contractual process for architectural services for the City Hall renovation project as presented to the City Council by the City Engineer. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; voting no: Carlson; absent, not voting: Moravec. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered a policy change to the Personnel Rules and Regulations regarding inclement weather. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91 - RESOLUTION AMENDING PERSONNEL RULES & REGULATIONS REGARDING INCLEMENT WEATHER Discussion followed. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to continue until December 3, 1991 the discussion of Personnel Rules and Regulations regarding inclement weather for review of a resolution to be prepared by the City Attorney. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 8:05 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:18 p.m. Open Forum was moved to this time to accommodate a resident in the audience. Dean Struntc, 6324 - 42nd Avenue North, appeared to discuss concerns regarding assessments and snow plowing. 9. The City Council reconsidered an early retirement policy for the City of Crystal. November 19, 1991 page 854 Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to continue until December 3, 1991 the discussion of an early retirement policy for the City of Crystal, when Councilmember Moravec, who had concerns, can be present. Motion Carried. 10. The City Council considered a resolution regarding repeal of the April Presidential Primary. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 91-88 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR REPEAL OF PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to amend the motion to delete the fourth, fifth, and sixth "Whereas" in the resolution. Motion Carried. On the main motion as amended: Motion Carried. 11. The City Council reconsidered setting a meeting date and time for Council Committee/City Manager to review City Manager's performance evaluation. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to appoint Councilmembers Joselyn, Langsdorf and Grimes to the performance review committee. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council considered amendments to the sign ordinance. Chris McGlincey, Planning Intern, presented proposed revisions to the sign ordinance. 13. The City Council discussed sending a letter of support for Millie MacLeod for National League of Cities Board of Directors. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to send a letter of support for Millie MacLeod for National League of Cities Board of Directors. Motion Carried. 14. The City Council discussed a report received from the North Metro Mayors Association. Councilmember Moravec arrived at 9:07 p.m. 15. The City Council discussed City insurance contributions for 1992. November 19, 1991 page 855 Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve City insurance contributions in the amount of $147 for single coverage on Medica as recommended by the City Manager. Motion Carried. 16. Councilmember Joselyn moved that due to Councilmember Moravec's arrival, the early retirement item be removed from the table for discussion. Councilmember Moravec objected to the removal of the item from the table, stating he had not received the information requested from staff. Councilmember Joselyn withdrew his motion. Informal Discussion and Announcements: 1. The City Council discussed a Cultural Diversity Committee which includes surrounding communities. By consensus, Councilmember Moravec was appointed to that committee for elected official representation. A meeting is to be held at 10:30 a.m. on December 16, 1991 at Brooklyn Park City Hall. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Mayor 2. The City December Council discussed the 17, 1991. regular City Council meeting of Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to move the December 17 meeting to December 18, 1991 to begin at 7:30 p.m. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to approve 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, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Mayor ATTEST: C^ Ice cep - City Cle k November 19, 1991 page 856 1 December 3, 1991 page 857 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on December 3, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director. The Mayor recognized a donation in the amount of $1,300 from the Crystal Fire Relief Association to the Crystal Fire Department. The Mayor recognized a donation in the amount of $2,000 from the Crystal Knights of Columbus to the Crystal Fire Department. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council considered the minutes of the Special Budget Meeting of November 18, 1991 and the Regular Council Meeting of November 19, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Special Budget Meeting of November 18, 1991 and the Regular Council Meeting of November 19, 1991. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Consideration of authorization for the Fire Department to use donated gambling funds for the purchase of emergency medical equipment. 2. Consideration of a two-year Lawful Gambling Premise Permit application for Catholic Eldercare, Inc. at Knights of Columbus Hall, 4947 West Broadway. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-89 RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING: APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS December 3, 1991 page 858 By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. 1. The City Council considered authorization to issue a building permit to build a structure to enclose the recovery equipment used to remove contaminants, as requested by Target, 5539 West Broadway. Jim Bakke of Twin City Testing appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to continue until December 18, 1991 the discussion of the authorization to issue a building permit to build a structure to enclose the recovery equipment used to remove contaminants as requested by Target, 5539 West Broadway and direct staff to solicit input from Target and MPGA. Motion Carried. 2. The City Council considered authorization to issue a building permit to erect a sign at 6122 - 42nd Avenue North as requested by Brunswick United Methodist Church. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve a building permit to upgrade a free standing sign from 35.4 square feet to 51.2 square feet at 6122 - 42nd Avenue North as requested by Brunswick United Methodist Church. Motion Carried. 3. The City Council considered recommendations from the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission to (1) appoint a Citizen Advisory Committee to explore feasibility of a par -3 golf course in Crystal; (2) fund the Becker Park concert programming at the 1991 level. Bill Gentry of the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve recommendations from the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission to appoint a citizen advisory committee to explore the feasibility of a par -3 golf course in Crystal. Motion Carried. 4. The City Council considered an amendment to the Crystal Fire Relief Association Bylaws relating to disability benefits. Those appearing and heard were: Don Toaves, Crystal Fire Relief Association; Art Quady, Retiree of the Crystal Fire Department. 1 December 3, 1991 page 859 After discussion,the City Council directed staff to draft language in the Crystal Fire Relief Association Bylaws to include retired firefighters and bring back to the Council. At this point, the Mayor moved to Open Forum due to a number of people in the audience wishing to address the City Council. A. The following appeared before the City Council to express concerns regarding proposed shift rotations in the Police Department: Greg Bastien, Business Agent for Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc.; Dan Gustafson, 2932 Jersey Ave. N.; Dave Bordwell, Crystal Police Dept.; Mike Harty, Crystal Police Dept.; Todd Gustafson, Crystal Police Dept.; Phillip Johnson, Local #44 Steward; Lucian Fitzer, retired employee of Crystal Police Dept.; Charles Nygaard, Crystal Police Dept.; Frank Roth, Crystal resident and Police Officer in neighboring community; Ken Varnold, Crystal Police Dept.; Dan Drake, Crystal Police Dept.; Doug Wagner, Crystal Police Dept. The Mayor called a recess at 9:15 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 9:35 p.m. B. Residents from the Angeline Avenue cul-de-sac appeared before the City Council to express concerns regarding snowplowing the cul-de-sac. C. Raymond Northfield, 3418 Florida Avenue North, appeared before the City Council to express concern regarding: sanding in area of 34th and Douglas Drive; crosswalk at 32nd and Douglas Drive; drainage problem from neighbor's property. The City Council returned to the Regular Agenda. 5. The City Council reconsidered a policy change to the Personnel Rules and Regulations regarding inclement weather. Staff was directed to rewrite the policy using the "make up time" option. 6. The City Council reconsidered an early retirement policy for the City of Crystal. No action was taken. 7. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance to change side street side yard setback on certain properties. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-22 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: SIDE STREET SIDE YARD SETBACK: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE APPENDIX I - (ZONING) SUBSECTION 515.13, SUBD. 3, CLAUSE a) SUB PARAGRAPH i) AND ii): AMENDING December 3, 1991 page 860 SUBSECTION 515.03 BY ADDING A SUBDIVISION and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council considered a resolution approving local reconstruction of three relocation projects as part of Corps of Engineers Bassett Creek Flood Control Program. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-90 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RELATING TO THE BASSETT CREEK FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE BASSETT CREEK WATER MANAGEMENT COMMISSION TO CONTRACT WITH THE CITIES OF GOLDEN VALLEY, MINNEAPOLIS, AND PLYMOUTH TO CONSTRUCT CERTAIN RELOCATION PROJECTS By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 9. The City Council considered scheduling a work session to discuss State Aid street construction schedule and related issues. A work session was set for 7 p.m. on January 13, 1992. 10. The City Council continued consideration of the 1992 City of Crystal Budget. Councilmember Grimes recommended the 1992 City Council increases be cancelled. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SALARIES OF MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL; REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 210.09, SUBDIVISION 1, CLAUSE (d) AND SUBSECTION 210.09, SUBDIVISION 2, CLAUSE (d) and further, that the second and final reading be held on December 18, 1991. Motion Carried. A. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: n December 3, 1991 page 861 RESOLUTION NO. 91-91 RESOLUTION ADOPTING 1992 BUDGETS By roll call and voting aye: Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. B. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-92 RESOLUTION ADOPTING 1992 BUDGETS FOR THE ENTERPRISE FUNDS By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 11. The City Council considered a resolution scheduling a public hearing to consider expanding and modifying Bass Lake Road Development District and Tax Increment Financing District #1 with authorization to prepare appropriate documents. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-93 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE EXPANSION OF THE BASS LAKE ROAD/BECKER PARK REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA, MODIFICATION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN THEREFORE AND MODIFICATION OF THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR THE BASS LAKE ROAD/BECKER PARK TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 12. The City Council considered a request for assistance from Paster Enterprises relating to expenses in resurfacing the parking lot at the Crystal Shopping Center. The Council received the recommendation of the Community Development Director to assist Paster Enterprises relating to the expenses, not to exceed $175,000 with inclusion of streetscape along Bass Lake Road and West Broadway. 13. The City Council considered first reading of an ordinance and resolutions relating to utility rate increases for 1992. December 3, 1991 page 862 A. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SEWER, WATER AND STREET LIGHTING RATES AND CHARGES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTION 710.05 AND SUBSECTION 715.13, SUBD. 1 & 4 and further, that the second and final reading be held on December 18, 1991. Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-94 RESOLUTION ADJUSTING SEWER AND WATER RATES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. C. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-95 RESOLUTION SETTING RATES FOR STREET LIGHTING By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Informal Discussion and Announcements: 1. The City Council recognized the Employee of the Month for October (Don Buechele) and Employee of the Month for November (Doug Strande). 2. The City Council discussed changing City Councilmember terms from three years to four years, holding elections on even numbered years. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to direct staff to prepare the required ordinance for consideration by the City Council. Motion Carried. December 3, 1991 page Moved by Councilmember Moravec Irving to approve the list of submitted by the City Clerk tc which is on file in the officE that such list be incorporatec motion as though set forth in .* and seconded by Councilmember license applications as the City Council, a list of of the City Clerk, and further, into and made a part of this full herein. Motion Carried. Councilmember Moravec requested that consideration of the November 19, 1991 City Council meeting minutes be revisited and that Item #16 be corrected as follows: the word "refused" changed to "objected to the". Consensus of the Council was unanimously in favor of the correction. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:05 p.m. ATTEST: City Cle k Mayor I/ December 18, 1991 page 864 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, an Executive Session of the Crystal City Council was held on December 18, 1991 at 6:30 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf (arrived at 6:44 p.m.), Moravec (arrived at 6:42 p.m.). Also in attendance were Councilmember Elect Krueger and the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy and Mary Dobbins, City Attorneys; Nancy Gohman, Assistant Manager; James Mossey, Chief of Police; Darlene George, City Clerk. The City Council discussed a pending lawsuit between Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) and the City of Crystal with representatives of the City Attorney's office. The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:58 p.m. Mayor ATTEST: A,4� jt44 41e_ City Clerk 1 December 18, 1991 page 865 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on December 18, 1991 at 7:30 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were present: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Nancy Gohman, Assistant Manager. The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The City Council considered the minutes of Regular Council Meeting of December 3, 1991. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of December 3, 1991, making the following exception: Item #12 - change the word "accepted" to "received". Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1. Set 7:00 p.m., May 5, 1992, as the date and time for the Local Board of Review meeting. 2. Consideration of the letter of resignation from the Planning Commission dated 12-6-91 submitted by Debra Guertin (Ward 4). Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried. The City Council considered the following Public Hearings: The City Council considered the following items on the Regular Agenda. 1. The City Council continued consideration of authorization to issue a building permit for a structure to enclose the recovery equipment as requested by Target, 5539 West Broadway, and consideration of the Crystal Shopping Center's objection to the proposed location of a 32 foot air stripping tower that the Target Store wishes to build in its parking lot. Those appearing and heard were: Jim Bakke and Jack Matlock, Twin City Testing; Mike Bell, Target; Jeff Hill, Carbon Air. December 18, 1991 page 866 Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to approve the authorization to issue a building permit to build a structure to enclose the recovery equipment used to remove contaminants as requested by Target, 5539 West Broadway, with conditions set forth to: (1) enclose the tower, (2) building to be removed at Target's expense upon termination of the remedial system. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Carlson; voting no: Moravec. Motion Carried. 2. Mr. Charles Leininger of CDL Company appeared before the City Council to discuss license fee for amusement devices in the City of Crystal. Council requested a staff recommendation to be brought back to them. 3. The City Council reconsidered an amendment to the Crystal Fire Relief Association Bylaws relating to pension benefits. Don Toaves of the Crystal Fire Relief Association appeared and was heard. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving to approve an amendment to the Crystal Fire Relief Association Bylaws relating to pension benefits, extending the $250 increase in a lump sum payment and $.50 per month benefit for the retirees for each of the following 3 years (4 consecutive years - 1992-1995). By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Moravec; voting no: Herbes, Langsdorf, Carlson, Grimes. Motion Failed. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to extend the $250 increase in a lump sum payment and $.50 per month benefit for the retirees for one additional year (2 consecutive years rather than 4 consecutive years - 1992-1993). By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes; voting no: Herbes. Motion Carried. The Mayor called a recess at 9:05 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 9:12 p.m. 4. The City Council considered plans for the County Road 81/Wilshire Blvd. Intersection Project. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-96 December 18, 1991 page 867 RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR COUNTY ROAD 81/WILSHIRE BLVD. INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (SAP 116-326-01) AND ESTABLISHING A NO PARKING ZONE ON WILSHIRE BLVD. BETWEEN COUNTY ROAD 81 AND YATES AVENUE By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to move from item 4 to Open Forum. Motion Carried. Open Forum 1. Greg Bastian, Business Agent for Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS), appeared before the City Council regarding proposed shift rotations in the Police Department. The City Council continued the Regular Agenda. 5. The City Council reconsidered a policy change to the Personnel Rules and Regulations regarding inclement weather. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-97 RESOLUTION RELATING TO PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE APPENDIX V (PERSONNEL RULES AND REGULATIONS) By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance cancelling salary increases of the City Council for 1992. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-23 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT: MAYOR AND COUNCIL'S SALARY: REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 210.09, SUBD. 1, CLAUSE (d) AND SUBD. 2, CLAUSE (d) December 18, 1991 page 868 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 7. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance amending utility rates. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 91-24 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SEWER, WATER AND STREET LIGHTING RATES AND CHARGES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 710.05 AND SUBSECTION 715.13, SUBDIVISIONS 1 AND 4 and further, that this be the second and final reading. Motion Carried. 8. The City Council discussed scheduling a work session to discuss issues regarding redevelopment and tax increment financing, including Paster's request for assistance. A work session was set for 7 p.m. on January 28, 1991, location to be determined. 9. The City Council considered approval of a contract for architectural services with The Alliance for City Hall renovation. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-98 RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT By roll call and voting aye: Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson, Grimes, Herbes, Irving. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 10. The City Council considered interim provisions regulating Wetland alteration. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to designate the Shingle Creek and Bassett Creek Water Management Commissions as Crystal's local governmental unit in compliance with provisions of the Wetlands Conservation Act. By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Moravec, Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson. Motion Carried. December 18, 1991 page 869 11. The City Council considered a reconveyance agreement with MWCC for sanitary sewer trunk. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to approve the reconveyance agreement with financing the repurchase to be consistent with alternative Exhibit B (payment at 4 percent over 9 years: 1992-2000). By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn; abstaining: Langsdorf, Irving. Motion Carried. 12. The City Council considered a resolution transferring funds. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-99 RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING FUNDS By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion Carried, resolution declared adopted. 13. The City Council considered a resolution and First Reading of an Ordinance relating to waiver of license and permit fees. No action taken. Item referred to staff for a recommendation. 14. The City Council discussed an ordinance amendment to change City Council terms from 3 years to 4 years. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 92 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT; ELECTIONS; AMENDING CITY CHARTER SECTION 2.03, SUBD. 6 AND SECTION 2.03 BY ADDING A SUBDIVISION; REPEALING CITY CHARTER SECTION 2.03, SUBD. 5 and further, that the second and final reading be held on January 7, 1992. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn to amend the motion to include changing the City from 4 wards and 2 sections plus a Mayor to 6 wards and a Mayor and direct the City Attorney to provide language for this change. By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf; voting no: Moravec, Carlson, Herbes. Motion Carried. December 18, 1991 page 870 Voting on the main motion as amended: voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes; voting no: Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec. Motion Failed. 15. The City Council discussed a National League of Cities proposed campaign to reorder federal budget priorities and redefine national security. 16. The City Council considered salaries for non -organized employees for 1992. A. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes to approve salary increases for non -organized full, part-time, and non -benefit earning employees; and insurance benefits for 1992 as recommended by staff. Position Jan. 1 yearly salary Custodian $18,966 Part-time Secretary Part-time CSO Job Share Switchboard Operator Park Secretary 21,415 Health Dept. Secretary 24,262 Building Dept. Clerk 24,516 Building Coordinator 24,870 Police Secretary 27,560 Utility Billing Clerk 27,425 Payroll Clerk 27,425 Administration Clerk 27,480 Assessing/Com. Dev. Clerk 27,480 Admin. Secretary 30,032 Specials/Eng. Clerk 30,051 Engrg. Aide II 30,032 PT Rec. Program Supervisor Accounting Clerk 34,076 Records/Office Manager 34,092 Housing Inspector 35,449 Appraiser 38,699 Engrg. Aide IV 38,691 Recreation Supervisor 38,705 Sanitarian II 38,705 Building Inspector 41,853 Supervising Sanitarian 41,853 Juvenile Specialist 39,915 Comm. Develop. Coord. 41,810 Park Superintendent 41,939 Asst. Finance Dir. 41,954 City Assessor 43,500 Asst. Park & Rec. Dir. 41,954 $ 9.05 hourly 9.44 hourly 9.05 hourly 15.36 hourly 1 December 18, 1991 By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 17. The City Council discussed swearing in of newly elected officials on January 2, 1992. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to conduct the swearing in of the newly elected officials on January 2, 1992 in the City Clerk's office. Motion Carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements: Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, with the addition of an Itinerant Food license for Crystal Park & Recreation, 4800 Douglas Drive, on August 7, 1991,a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. page 871 Street Superintendent 45,073 City Clerk 45,159 Water & Sewer Superintendent 47,259 Park & Rec. Director 52,011 Fire Chief/Marshal 47,257 Community Dev. Dir. 48,806 Assistant Manager 51,299 City Treas./Fin. Dir. 57,212 Public Works Director 57,212 Chief of Police 62,223 Part-time P&R Sec. evenings 6.50 hourly Part-time Comm. Ctr. Bldg. Mgr. 8.10 hourly Part-time Fire Inspector 10.80 hourly Fire fighters call pay 7.75 hourly Officers - fire - call pay 8.25 hourly Training, schools & work duty 6.95 hourly Stand by, Sleep in 24.15 shift Chief Officers (3) $184.00 monthly Asst. Training Officer (1) 113.40 monthly Captains (4) 76.00 monthly Motion Carried. B. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 91-100 RESOLUTION RELATING TO BENEFITS FOR CITY RETIREES By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes, Irving, Joselyn, Langsdorf, Moravec, Carlson. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 17. The City Council discussed swearing in of newly elected officials on January 2, 1992. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Carlson to conduct the swearing in of the newly elected officials on January 2, 1992 in the City Clerk's office. Motion Carried. Informal Discussion and Announcements: Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf to approve the list of license applications as submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, with the addition of an Itinerant Food license for Crystal Park & Recreation, 4800 Douglas Drive, on August 7, 1991,a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further, that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this motion as though set forth in full herein. Motion Carried. December 18, 1991 page 872 Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:08 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk ,,:2 -mayor 1