1990 City Council MinutesJanuary 2, 1990
page 543
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, an Organizational meeting of
the Crystal City Council was held on January 2, 1990, at 7:00 P.M., at
4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota.
Darlene George, the City Clerk, administered the oath of office and
presented certificates of election to Jack Irving, Section II
Councilmember, Pauline A. Langsdorf, Ward 1 Councilmember, and E. Gary
Joselyn, Ward 2 Councilmember.
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; John Olson, Assistant City Manager; David Kennedy, City
Attorney; 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 items on the Regular Agenda:
1. The Mayor recommended the appointment of Jack Irving, 7020 45th
Place, and E. Gary Joselyn, 4068 Hampshire Avenue North, for
appointment to the Economic Development Authority for the City of
Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Moravec
to approve the appointment of Jack Irving, 7020 45th Place, and E.
Gary Joselyn, 4068 Hampshire Avenue North, to the Economic
Development Authority for the City of Crystal.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a Resolution Honoring Adrian Rygg.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-1
RESOLUTION HONORING ADRIAN RYGG
By roll call and vcting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared
adopted.
3. The City Council considered a Resolution Honoring R. L. "Rollie"
Smothers.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Irving
to adopt the following resolution:
January 2, 1990
page 544
RESOLUTION NO. 90-2
RESOLUTION HONORING R. L. (ROLLIE) SMOTHERS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried, resolution declared
adopted.
4. The City Council considered the application of Paul Christopher,
3506 Zane Avenue North, and Rita Nystrom, 3618 Adair Avenue North,
for reappointment and the application of Gregory J. Lundeen, 6125 -
36th Avenue North, for appointment to the Planning Commission for
terms expiring December 31, 1992.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to reappoint Paul Christopher, 3506 Zane Avenue North, and
Rita Nystrom, 3618 Adair Avenue North, and appoint Gregory J.
Lundeen, 6125 - 36th Avenue North, to the Planning Commission for
terms ending December 31, 1992.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered the applications of John C. Luzaich,
5724 Nevada Avenue North, and James Craig Allison, 3030 Sumter
Avenue North #13, for reappointment to the Human Relations
Commission for terms expiring December 31, 1992.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to reappoint John C. Luzaich, 5724 Nevada Avenue North,
and James Craig Allison, 3030 Sumter Avenue North #13, to the Human
Relations Commission for terms expiring December 31, 1992.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered the applications of William T.
O'Reilly, 3124 Welcome Avenue North; Janell Saunders, 6920 - 60th
Avenue North; and Marlyn H. Theisen, 6807 - 50th Avenue North, for
reappointment and the application of Mary Krogstad, 3236 Brunswick
Avenue North, and R. L. "Rollie" Smothers, 6315 - 55th Avenue
North, for appointment to the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission
for terms expiring December 31, 1992.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes
to reappoint William T. O'Reilly, 3124 Welcome Avenue North; Janell
Saunders, 6920 - 60th Avenue North; and Marlyn H. Theisen, 6807 -
50th Avenue North to the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission for
terms expiring December 31, 1992.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered the applications of Diane Christopher,
3506 Zane Avenue North; Gerald W. Shoultz, 3720 Xenia Avenue North;
and Larry Lemanski, 5817 Quail Avenue North, for reappointment and
the applications of W. G. (Bill) Leonard, 5926 Hampshire Avenue
North, and Brian A. Conlow, 3212 Edgewood Avenue North, for
appointment to the Environmental Quality Commission for terms
expiring December 31, 1992.
January 2, 1990
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Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to reappoint Diane Christopher, 3506 Zane Avenue North;
Gerald W. Shoultz, 3720 Xenia Avenue North; and Larry Lemanski,
5817 Quail Avenue North, to the Environmental Quality Commission
for terms expiring December 31, 1992.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the selection of a Mayor Pro Tem for
the year 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint John Moravec as Mayor Pro Tem for the year
1990.
By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Grimes, Moravec, Langsdorf,
Joselyn; voting no: Herbes, Carlson.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered the designation of the official
depository for the City of Crystal for the year 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to designate The Bank North as the official depository
for the City of Crystal for the year 1990.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered the designation of the official
newspaper for the City of Crystal for the year 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to designate Crystal/Robbinsdale Post News as the
official newspaper for the City of Crystal for the year 1990.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to the
Park and Recreation Advisory Commission for the year 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson
to appoint Councilmember Moravec as the liaison to the Park and
Recreation Advisory Commission for the year 1990. Councilmember
Moravec asked not to be considered for the Commission at this time.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint Councilmember Irving as the liaison to the
Park and Recreation Advisory Commission for the year 1990.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to the
Environmental Quality Commission for the year 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to appoint Councilmember Joselyn as the liaison to the
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Environmental Quality Commission for the year 1990.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to the
Human Relations Commission for the year 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint Councilmember Carlson as the liaison to the
Human Relations Commission for the year 1990.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to the
Economic Development Advisory Commission for the year 1990.
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 1990.
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council considered the appointment of a representative and
an alternate to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for
the year 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint Mayor Herbes and City Manager Dulgar as
representatives and appoint a Councilmember as the alternate to the
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for the year 1990.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving
to appoint Councilmember Carlson as the alternate to the
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for the year 1990.
Motion Carried.
16. The City Council considered the appointment of a representative to
the Joint Water Commission for the year 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Grimes
to appoint Councilmember Carlson as the representative to the Joint
Water Commission for the year 1990.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council ccnsidered the appointment of representatives to
the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission for the year
1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to appoint Councilmember Irving and Rollie Smothers, 6315 -
55th Avenue North #215, as representatives to the Northwest Suburbs
Cable Communications Commission for the year 1990.
Motion Carried.
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18. The City Council considered the recommendation of a representative
to Northwest Community Television as requested by the Northwest
Suburbs Cable Communications Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec
to recommend Bill Garber, 3442 Florida Avenue North, for
appointment to Northwest Community Television as requested by the
Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission.
Motion Carried.
19. The City Council considered an Agreement for Legal Services from
January 1, 1990 through December 31, 1992 as submitted by David
Kennedy of Holmes & Graven, Chartered, 470 Pillsbury Center,
Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve an Agreement for Legal Services with Holmes &
Graven, Chartered, 470 Pillsbury Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota to
be effective January 1, 1990 through December 31, 1992.
Motion Carried.
20. The City Council considered changing regular City Council meetings
during the year where conflicts occur. (March 6, November 6, and
December 4 meetings.)
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to change the March 1990 meetings to March 13 and March
27; change the November 6, 1990 meeting to November 7, 1990; and
direct staff to come back to Council with a recommendation for
December meeting dates.
Motion Carried.
21. The City Council considered the appointment of two representatives
to a Citizens Advisory Committee and one representative to a
Technical Advisory Committee of Minnesota Department of
Transportation (MnDOT) relative to preparation of the preliminary
design of TH100 between 29th and 50th Avenue.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Carlson
to appoint Francis Feyereisen, 3411 Yates Avenue North, and Mayor
Herbes to the Citizens Advisory Committee and the City Engineer
(Bill Monk) to the Technical Advisory Committee of MnDOT.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes; voting no:
Moravec, Irving, Langsdorf, Joselyn.
Motion Failed.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving
to appoint Francis Feyereisen, 3411 Yates Avenue North, and
Councilmember Langsdorf to the Citizens Advisory Committee and the
City Engineer (Bill Monk) to the Technical Advisory Committee of
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT).
January 2, 1990
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By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Langsdorf,
Joselyn; voting no: Herbes, Grimes.
Motion Carried.
22. The City Council considered the designation of an alternate
legislative contact person for 1990. (The City Manager was
designated the legislative contact person for 1990 at the December
19, 1989 City Council meeting.)
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint Mayor Herbes as the alternate legislative
contact person for 1990.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor announced the Economic Development Authority meeting would
follow the Council meeting in approximately 10 minutes.
The Mayor called a recess at 7:55 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at
8:08 P.M.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Mayor
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January 9, 1990
page 549
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on January 9, 1990 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; John Olson, Assistant City Manager;
David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director;
William 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 19, 1989 and the Organizational meeting of
January 2, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
of December 19, 1989 and the Organizational meeting of January 2,
1990.
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 sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider a
variance request for a second principal structure (telephone
tower) on Johnson Equipment site at 5141 Lakeland Avenue
North. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions
or to ask questions concerning the matter. Those present and
heard were: John Shardlow of Dahlgren, Shardlow and Uban,
Inc.; Norbert Johnson, owner of property at 5141 Lakeland
Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve 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 515.07, Subdivision 3,
granting a variance to allow a second principal building on
the northwest corner of the lot at 5141 Lakeland Avenue North
(Johnson Equipment Company) as requested in application #89-
45.
January 9, 1990
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By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson.
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 sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider a
request from Diane H. Schipper for a variance for an over 4
ft. tall privacy fence in the front and side yard and parking
in the front yard at 3425 Winnetka Avenue North. The Mayor
asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning the matter. Those present and heard
were: Diane Schipper.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes 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 515.07, Subdivision 8 c), to
grant a variance of 1' 9" in the allowed 41 high fence in the
front and side yard and parking in the front yard at 3425
Winnetka Avenue North as requested in application #89-43.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the issuance of a building permit
for U.S. West tower at 5141 Lakeland Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
authorization to issue a building permit for U.S. West New
Vector Group for a prefabricated building and a 100' tower
located on the northwest corner at 5141 Lakeland Avenue North,
subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a 49 sq. ft. variance request to
the Sign Ordinance, Section 406.17., Subdivision 2(c) to the
allowable area of 83 sq. ft. for a total sign size of 132 sq.
ft. at LaGondola & Spaghetti House, 6023 - 42nd Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve issuance of a variance of 13 sq. ft. to the
Sign Ordinance, Section 406.17., Subdivision 2(c) to the
allowable area of 83 sq. ft. for a total sign size of 132 sq.
ft. as a trade-off for a second sign at LaGondola & Spaghetti
House, 6023 - 42nd Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
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3. The City.Council considered a conditional use permit to allow
an amusement center (billiards) in a B-4 (Community
Commercial) District at Anthony Shopping Center, 5311 - 36th
Avenue North; and the First Reading of an Ordinance Amendment
Regarding Amusement Center Conditions in Section 515.37 of the
Zoning Code.
A. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission issuance of a conditional
use permit to allow an amusement center (billiards) in a B-4
(Community Commercial) District at 5311 - 36th Avenue North,
as requested in application #89-42, conditioned upon an
ordinance amendment.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE;
SECTION 515.37, SUBDIVISION 4 H)
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
January 23, 1990.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council reviewed the status of two parcels of tax
forfeited property at 3200 Brunswick Avenue North and 3500
Brunswick Avenue North.
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. 90-3
CONVEYANCE OF TAX FORFEITED LANDS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
5. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment Designating the Planning Commission as the Board of
Adjustments & Appeals.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to return the ordinance to staff to incorporate the
ideas of Council regarding Council review into the ordinance.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
relating to Second Hand Goods Dealers Licensing.
January 9, 1990
page 552
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-1
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
SECONDHAND GOODS DEALERS: AMENDING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION
1175.03 BY ADDING A CLAUSE
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered a gambling license renewal
application for Elks Lodge #44, 5410 Lakeland Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve a gambling license renewal application for
Elks Lodge #44, 5410 Lakeland Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council discussed the League of Minnesota Insurance
Trust dividend check to the City in the amount of $40,924 and
to the Hennepin County Recycling Group in the amount of $222.
9. The City Council considered changing the December 4, 1990 City
Council meeting date.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to change the December 4, 1990 City Council meeting
date to December 10, 1990.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered an agreement with Brooklyn Park,
Maple Grove, and Osseo relating to a circulation bus route.
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. 90-4
RESOLUTION RELATING TO REGIONAL TRANSIT BOARD
COMMUNITY TRANSIT PLANNING GRANT AGREEMENT
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
11. The City Council discussed a draft of an Environmental Impact
Statement for Light Rail Transit. Staff was directed to bring
back the original resolution regarding Light Rail Transit to
Council for the benefit of the new Councilmembers.
January 9, 1990
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12. The City Council considered the resignation of Mark Hoffmann
from the Crystal Park and Recreation Advisory Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to accept the resignation of Mark Hoffmann from the
Crystal Park and Recreation Advisory Commission.
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, with the
addition of an auctioneer's license for Clair Wilson at the
Knights of Columbus Hall on January 22, 1990, February 26,
1990 and March 26, 1990, 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 8:50 p.m.
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ATTEST:
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City Clerk
Mayor
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January 23, 1990
page 554
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on January 23, 1990 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; John Olson, Assistant City
Manager; David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works
Director; William Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City
Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director; Miles Johnson,
Finance Director; Jim Mossey, Police Chief; Craig Thomseth, Patrol
Lieutenant; Nancy Deno, Administrative Assistant.
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 January 9, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
January 9, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of authorizing acquisition of property at 2951
Vera Cruz as addition to Bassett Creek Park and allocate funds
from PIR Fund.
2. Consideration of a one day temporary on -sale liquor license
for Knights of Columbus #3656, 4947 West Broadway, on February
21, 1990, with request for a waiver of the fee.
3. Consideration of the Mayor's reappointment of Arthur
Cunningham, 7720 - 36th Avenue North, to the Civil Service
Commission for a term expiring 12-31-92.
4. Consideration of an agreement with Corcoran Pet Care Center,
7569 County Road 116, Corcoran, for an animal pound.
5. Set 7:00 p.m., March 13, 1990 as the date and time for a
Public Hearing on the question of increases in license fees
for vending machines.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
January 23, 1990
page 555
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
rezoning a portion of a lot at 6000 Lakeland Avenue from R-1
(Single Family Residential), to B-3 (Auto Oriented
Commercial), to allow construction of a motel, and the
issuance of a building permit. Mr. Bhakta, applicant,
appeared and was heard.
A. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
February 6, 1990.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the authorization to issue a building permit
to Larson Associates, Inc. for a 37 unit motel located at 6000
Lakeland Avenue North, subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered award of a bid for a sanitary
sewer jet cleaner.
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. 90-5
RESOLUTION AWARDING BID FOR
SEWER JET CLEANER
TO FLEXIBLE PIPE TOOL COMPANY
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent not voting: Carlson. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
3. The City Council considered salaries for non-union employees
for 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve City Manager's salary recommendations retro-
active to January 1, 1990 for non-union employees for 1990 to
include the adjustment made in the proposal this evening
regarding the position of Building Inspector, and because
January 23, 1990
page 556
employees holding the positions of Assessor, Finance Director
and Park & Recreation Director requested the Council not take
action on their salaries tonight,
defer them and eliminate
them from the recommendation.
Position
Jan. 1 April 1
Switchboard Operator
$20,040
Park Secretary
20,039
Building Dept. Clerk
22,941
Health Dept. Secretary
22,705
Building Maintenance
23,274
Police Secretary
25,790
Utility Billing Clerk
25,661
Payroll Clerk
25,665
Administration Clerk
25,705
Engrg. Dept. Secretary
25,718
Assessing Dept. Clerk
25,648
Admin. Secretary
28,104
Special Assess. Clerk
28,121
Engrg. Aide II
28,103
Accounting Clerk
31,889
Police Secretary II
31,905
Asst. Finance Dir.
361227
Juvenile Specialist
37,354
Appraiser
36,214
Engrg. Aide IV
36,207
Recreation Supervisor
36,221
Sanitarian II
36,226
Building Inspector
37,300 $39,165
Comm. Develop. Coord.
39,125
Park Superintendent
39,247
Asst. Park & Rec. Dir.
39,260
Fire Chief/Marshal
42,224
Sanitarian III
42,170
Street Superintendent
42,180
City Clerk
42,260
Water & Sewer Superintendent
44,226
Assistant Manager
48,006
Assistant City Engineer
45,623
Dir.Com.Dev./Asst. City Manager
49,993
Public Works Director
53,538
Chief of Police
57,112
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council discussed potential funding from
Contingency/Emergency Allowance
Fund regarding Domestic Abuse
Program and membership to the Suburban Rate Authority.
Cynthia Cook, Home Free Domestic
Abuse Intervention Project,
and an unidentified user of the
program appeared and were
heard.
January 23, 1990
page 557
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve funding of the Domestic Abuse
Intervention Project in the amount of $22,925 to be taken from
the Contingency Fund or other sources at the City Manager's
discretion.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:18 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:30 p.m.
5. The City Council discussed the proposed sale of equipment
certificates.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve the proposed sale of equipment certificates
not to exceed $803,090.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Certain Licenses; Amending Crystal City Code,
Section 1000 by adding a subsection.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CERTAIN LICENSES:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 1000 BY
ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
February 6, 1990.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council reviewed the Municipal State Aid Street
System and designation of excess mileage.
8. The City Council reviewed the status of 36th Avenue in terms
of reconstruction project between Louisiana and Welcome
Avenues.
9. The City Council reviewed the committee report on City Hall
space needs.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to direct staff to obtain names of firms and costs the
City would incur to survey space needs as proposed by the
committee and bring back to the Council.
Motion Carried.
Consensus of the Council directed staff to arrange a tour of
City Hall facilities for the Council at 4 p.m. on February 6,
1990.
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10. The City Council reviewed the construction status of Crystal
Community Center.
11. The City Council discussed the Employee of the Month Award.
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 10:20 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
February 6, 1990
page 559
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on February 6, 1990 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; John Olson, Assistant City Manager;
David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director;
William Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed
Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director; Miles Johnson, Finance
Director; Ken Bjorn, City Assessor.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor recognized a donation from Celebrity Bowl to the Park &
Rec Department in the amount of $8,200; $4,200 of which was to go
for youth spring and summer recreational activities, $500 for youth
athletic program supplies, $1,000 for entertainment for a Teen
Dance at Becker Park Arts & Entertainment Centre, and $2,500 for
the grand opening of the Crystal Community Center.
The Mayor also acknowledged a donation from Celebrity Bowl to the
Crystal Police Department in the amount of $1,000 to be used for
the D.A.R.E. Program.
The Mayor acknowledged a letter from the Strategic Analysis of Fire
Prevention Programs Class of January 15-26, 1990 regarding the
dedication and commitment of Deputy Chief Terrance R. Anderson of
the Crystal Fire Department.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of January 23, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
January 23, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of Boy Scout Troop #365, St. James Lutheran
Church, 6700 - 46th Place North, to operate an itinerant food
establishment (chili feed) at 6700 - 46th Place North on
February 3rd and 4th, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
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The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the applications for appointment
to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission from Mary
Krogstad, 3236 Brunswick Avenue North, and R. L. "Rollie"
Smothers, 6315 55th Avenue North, for an unexpired term
expiring December 31, 1991.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint Mary Krogstad, 3236 Brunswick Avenue
North, to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission for an
unexpired term expiring December 31, 1991.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Langsdorf,
Joselyn; voting no: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered the applications for appointment
to the Human Relations Commission from Bonnie J. Toenies, 2930
Douglas Drive #212, and James Allen Brown, 5313 Hampshire
Avenue North, for unexpired terms expiring December 31, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to appoint Bonnie J. Toenies, 2930 Douglas Drive #212,
and James Allen Brown, 5313 Hampshire Avenue North, to the
Human Relations Commission for unexpired terms expiring
December 31, 1990.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered the salaries of the City Assessor,
Finance Director, and Park and Recreation Director for 1990.
Employees in those positions appeared and were heard.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf that the City Manager be instructed to review all
those salaries that were minimized because of the midpoint set
up by the comparable worth program and adjust those salaries
to be located within the 4% range for those people who have
performed meritorious service and not been paid for it.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:08 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:18 p.m.
4. The City Council considered awarding a bid on Bassett Creek
Park Pond Dredging Project in the amount of $23,280.00.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent, awarding the bid to
Stenger Excavating not to exceed $23,280 and contingent upon
approval by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
February 6, 1990
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RESOLUTION NO. 90-6
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
5. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
rezoning a portion of a lot at 6000 Lakeland Avenue from R-1
(Single Family Residential), to B-3 (Auto Oriented
Commercial), to allow construction of a motel.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-2
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: CHANGING THE
USE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered a Site Improvement Agreement for
the motel plan at 6000 Lakeland Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve entering into an agreement with Pravin
Bhatha for the purpose of guaranteeing faithful performance
for certain work requirements as a condition of issuance of a
building permit for a motel at 6000 Lakeland Avenue North, and
further, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign such
agreement.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment on Variance Procedures.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTIONS 305.71 AND 515.55
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
February 20, 1990.
February 6, 1990
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By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment regarding Conditional Use Permit Provisions for an
Amusement Center.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-3
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
AMUSEMENT CENTERS: AMENDING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE SUBSECTIONS 1101.11,
SUBDIVISION 13 AND 1101.3: AMENDING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE APPENDIX I (ZONING)
SUBSECTION 515.37, SUBDIVISION 4, CLAUSE (h)
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor went to Open Forum next due to a person waiting in the
audience to speak. Linda Museus, Chair of the Human Relations
Commission, appeared before the City Council to discuss a project
of a marketing class in District #281 which she considered
stereotyping that could lead to behavior which violates the
Minnesota Human Rights Act.
Staff will contact the school district for further information on
the project.
After Open Forum the Mayor announced that the Economic Development
Authority meeting would commence upon adjournment of the Council
meeting.
9. The City Council reviewed a proposal for analysis of committee
report on Space Needs.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to continue the discussion of a proposal for
analysis of the Committee report on space needs to the
February 20, 1990 City Council meeting and direct staff to
obtain the previous space needs material prepared by Anderson
Dale, Architects and make it available to the City Council for
its review prior to the meeting.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council reviewed a recommendation for 36th Avenue
reconstruction project.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to authorize preparation of a feasibility study as
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recommended by the City Engineer with impacted property owners
being notified of staff recommendation and afforded the
opportunity to address the Council before any formal action is
taken.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Certain Licenses; Amending Crystal City Code,
Section 1000 by adding a subsection.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-4
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
CERTAIN LICENSES: AMENDING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE, SECTION 1000 BY
ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council discussed a City of Crystal Mission
Statement.
Councilmembers will get changes to staff at which time the
Mission Statement will be finalized.
13. The City Council discussed the recommendation for appointment
of staff and elected officials to the newly authorized General
Advisory Committee of the Metropolitan Waste Control
Commission.
Interested parties should submit an application to staff at
which time the applicants will be placed on a Council Agenda
for Council's approval in the form of a resolution of support.
14. The City Council discussed membership in the North Metro
Convention Tourism Bureau. A representative of the Tourism
Bureau will be invited to speak at the combined Economic
Development Authority Advisory Commission/City Council meeting
on the 13th.
15. The City Council discussed the homestead classification of
Brent Gisslen, 6427 - 41st Avenue North. It was the consensus
of the Council that it not change the Assessor's action and
that homeowner could use the Board of Review process.
16. The City Council considered the City Manager's contract for
1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to increase the City manager's salary by 4%, add
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$1,000 to deferred compensation and pay for dental coverage
retroactive to January 1, 1990.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn that the City Council appoint a personnel committee to
review the City Manager's salary making a recommendation to
the Council and that goals ind objectives be set by the City
Manager.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve the list of license applications as
submitted by the City Clerk to the City ouncil, with the
additio of a tree trimmer's license for T m's Tree Service,
5612 3avallis Avenue North, a, list of w ch 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 9:45 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Motion Carried.
Mayor
February 20, 1990
page 565
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on February 20, 1990 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, Joselyn; absent were:
Carlson, Langsdorf. Also in attendance were the following staff
members: John Olson, Assistant City Manager; David Kennedy, City
Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; William Barber,
Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park &
Recreation Director; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; 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 the Regular City Council
meeting of February 6, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
February 6, 1990, making the following exception: Item #15, change
wording from "staff should deny the homestead" to "it not change
the Assessor's action".
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of the appointment of Ed Brandeen, Park &
Recreation Director, as the Assistant City Weed Inspector for
1990.
2. Consideration of a request from the Crystal Police Department
to hold its annual Bicycle Auction on Saturday, April 21,
1990, at the Crystal City Garage.
3. Set 7:00 p.m., March 13, 1990 as the date and time for a
Public Hearing for consideration of granting a variance of 20'
in the required 30' side street side yard setback for a 28' x
34' detached garage, at 3154 Louisiana Ave. N., as requested
by Larry J. Clark.
4. Consideration of waiver of fees and approval of authorization
to issue off -premise temporary sign licenses to the Crystal
Lions Club to advertise their Pancake Breakfast at the
following locations March 3 through 11, 1990: 5844 Orchard
Ave. N., 5410 Lakeland Ave. N., 7200 - 56th Ave. N., 3600
Douglas Drive N., 5924 West Broadway, 4920 West Broadway, and
2756 Douglas Drive.
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Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. Peter MacMillan of Rosenthal, Rondoni, MacMillan & Joyner,
Attorneys at Law, appeared to present the Annual Prosecution
Report.
2. The City Council considered the applications for appointment
to the Human Relations Commission from Bob Techam, 6707
Corvallis Avenue North, and William F. Johnson, 2702 Kentucky
Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to appoint Bob Techam, 6707 Corvallis Avenue North, to
the Human Relations Commission for an unexpired term expiring
December 31, 1991 and to appoint William F. Johnson, 2702
Kentucky Avenue North, for an unexpired term expiring December
31, 1992.
Motion Carried.
3. Bob Thistle of Springsted, Incorporated, appeared before the
City Council to discuss setting bond sale for the City of
Crystal equipment certificates.
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. 90-7
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE
AND SALE OF $760,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION EQUIPMENT
CERTIFICATES OF INDEBTEDNESS SERIES 1990A
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson, Langsdorf. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The City Council considered the increase of season ticket
prices at the Crystal Municipal Pool.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve authorization to increase the rates at the
Crystal Municipal Pool for the 1990 season as follows:
Resident Family $36.00; Non -Resident Family $46.00; Resident
Single $23.00; Non -Resident Single $28.00; Daily Rate $2.00.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered a request to use the Crystal
Municipal Pool for a swim meet by the New Hope, Crystal,
Plymouth Swim Club on July 27, 28, and 29, 1990.
February 20, 1990
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Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve a request to use the Crystal Municipal Pool
for a swim meet by the New Hope, Crystal, Plymouth Swim Club
on July 27, 28, and 29, 1990.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered award of a bid for a double flume
waterslide at the Crystal Municipal Pool. biz Reid and Bill
Gentry of the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission appeared
and were heard.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-8
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID AND
DISBURSING FUNDS FROM THE PERMANENT IMPROVEMENT
REVOLVING FUND, PART B
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson, Langsdorf. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
The Mayor called a recess at 7:45 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 7:55 p.m.
7. The City Council considered the insurance renewal for 1990-
1991. Cary Shaich, Insurance Agent, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the insurance renewal for 1990-1991 policy
year from League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust program
(LMCIT) as recommended by the Assistant Manager.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered a resolution setting a Public
Hearing for April 3, 1990 to discuss tax increment financing
for the 36th Avenue Project (Anthony Shopping Center).
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-9
RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
NO. 2 AND TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 2-1,
AND ADOPTION OF PLANS FOR THOSE DISTRICTS
February 20, 1990
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By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson, Langsdorf. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
9. The City Council considered Hennepin County Board resolutions
#90-2-31R1 and #90-2-32R1 regarding yard waste compost sites
and the First Reading of a proposed ordinance requiring refuse
haulers to pick-up yard waste.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO RECYCLING: DISPOSAL
OF YARD WASTE: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY
CODE, SECTION 606 BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
March 13, 1990.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Traffic Regulation.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO TRAFFIC
REGULATION: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTION 1305.03
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
March 13, 1990.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered a resolution and agreement for
Twin Lake Outlet Modification 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; and further, to
appropriate money for Crystal's share in the amount of $48,325
from the Infrastructure Fund.
RESOLUTION NO. 90-10
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER
TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF ROBBINSDALE
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE TWIN LAKE/RYAN LAKE
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AS AUTHORIZED BY THE
SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
February 20, 1990
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By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson, Langsdorf. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
12. The City Council considered Yunkers Park improvements as a
joint project with New Hope to address drainage problems.
13. The City Council reviewed a proposal to contract with Anderson
Dale Architects to conduct analysis of space needs report.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to continue to the March 13, 1990 meeting when the full
Council could be present and to allow further study of the
previous space needs report by Anderson Dale Architects.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
relating to the Crystal Community Center.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE CRYSTAL COMMUNITY CENTER:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 815.13
and further that the second and final reading be held on March
13, 1990.
.Motion Carried.
15. The City Council discussed the Employee of the Month Award to
be presented to Pam Foster. Pam is a sanitarian in the Health
Department.
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.
The City Council recessed at 8:53 p.m. to go into an Executive
Session to discuss a pending lawsuit with Veit and Company,
Inc. The Executive Session was closed and the regular Council
meeting reconvened at 9:49 p.m.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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Mayor
March 13, 1990
page 571
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on March 13, 1990 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, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn;
absent was: Irving. Also in attendance were the following staff
members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John Olson, Assistant City
Manager; David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works
Director; William Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City
Clerk; Kevin McGinty, Fire Chief/Marshal; Julie Jones,
Redevelopment Coordinator.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor acknowledged contributions from Charles Knaeble Post 494
and its Ladies' Auxiliary to the Crystal DARE Program in respective
amounts of $3,000 and $100.
The Mayor acknowledged a contribution from Knights of Columbus,
Father William Blum Council, No. 3656, to the Crystal Fire
Department for fire equipment in the amount of $2,000.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of February 20, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
February 20, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of holding City of Crystal's 18th Annual Rabies
Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, May 19, 1990 at the Crystal
City Garage, 6125 - 41st Avenue North.
2. Consideration of the following requests from the Crystal
Firefighters' Relief Association and Crystal Fire Department
relating to their open house on May 19, 1990 at the North Fire
Station:
1) temporary sign licenses, with waiver of fee, to be on
display from May 12th to May 19th;
2) conduct a raffle from 12 noon to 6 p.m.;
3) to have a dance in the parking lot from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
or midnight if crowd warrants it.
3. Set 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, March 27, 1990 as the date and time for a public
hearing at which time the City Council will sit as a Board of
Adjustments and Appeals to consider a variance request of 10'
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to the rear yard setback to build an addition onto the
existing garage at 5600 - 34th Avenue North, as requested by
Robert Towler.
4. Set 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, April 3, 1990 as the date and time for a public hearing
at which time the City Council will consider Year XVI Urban
Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program
proposal.
5. Consideration of the resignation of Walter Sochacki from the
Park & Recreation Advisory Commission effective February 14,
1990.
6. Consideration of taxi cab rates for Travel Express Taxi, 4109
- 42nd Avenue North, Robbinsdale, Minnesota. ($1.25 - first
1/6th of a mile; $ .20 - each additional 1/6th of a mile;
$15.00 - per hour of waiting time including time lost in
delays.)
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson 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 sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider a
variance of 10' in the required 20' side street side yard
setback for a 28' x 34' detached garage, at 3154 Louisiana
Ave. N. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions
or to ask questions concerning this matter. Present and heard
was: Larry Clark, applicant.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to grant the authorization pursuant to Section 515.55
of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict
application of Section 515.13, Subdivision 3 a) 2) ii) to
grant a variance of 10' in the required 20' side street side
yard setback for a 28' x 34' detached garage, at 3154
Louisiana Ave. N. as requested in application #90-2.
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 increases in license fees for vending machines.
Gene Winsted, American Amusement Arcades, was present and
heard.
March 13, 1990
page 573
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to ratify the action of the City Council's adoption
of Resolution No. 89-85 on November 21, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered a sign variance request to allow
another free standing sign at 5502 West Broadway, as requested
by Lincoln Properties. Randy Johnson, Schad Tracy Signs, was
heard.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve a variance to Section 406.17, Subdivision 1
of the sign ordinance to install a 6' x 7' monument type sign
at 5502 West Broadway, as requested by Lincoln Properties.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Amending the Zoning Code Related to Changes in Variance
Procedures. Paulette Magnuson, Chair of the Planning
Commission, was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-5
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: BOARD
OF ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS: AMENDING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION
305.71 AND CRYSTAL CITY CODE
(APPENDIX I - ZONING) BY ADDING A
SUBSECTION; REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY
CODE, APPENDIX I - ZONING), SUBSECTIONS
515.53, SUBDIVISION 1, CLAUSE M) AND 515.55.
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Public Safety: Fire Prevention Repealing Crystal
City Code, Section 905: Amending Crystal City Code by adding
a section.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance:
March 13, 1990
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ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY:
FIRE PREVENTION: REPEALING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE, SECTION 905: AMENDING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE BY ADDING A SECTION
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
March 27, 1990.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered the approval of an amusement
center license for Sharks at 100 Pool Hall, 5311 - 36th Avenue
North (Anthony Shopping Center), and consideration of fees.
Those present and heard were: Bill Nicklow; Gene Winsted,
American Amusement Arcades. Discussion was held regarding
closing hours.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the first reading of the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
RELATING TO HOURS OF OPERATION
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
March 27, 1990.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Langsdorf,
Joselyn; voting no: Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting:
Irving.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve an amusement center license for Sharks at
100 Pool Hall, 5311 - 36th Avenue North (Anthony Shopping
Center) with a fee of $2,500 to cover March thru December of
1990 until staff researches administrative costs and comes
back to Council with a recommendation on fees for an amusement
center license.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered initiating a feasibility study
process for reconstruction of 36th Avenue between Welcome and
Louisiana Avenues. Present and heard were: Richard Revell,
5812 - 36th Avenue North; Ronald Hartzberg, 5616 - 36th Avenue
North; Barry Kline, 5905 - 36th Avenue North; Greg Lundeen,
6125 - 36th Avenue North; Don Meunier, owner of rental
property (double bungalow) on 36th Avenue; Janice Evans, 5918
- 36th Avenue North; Russ Blixt, 5816 - 36th Avenue North;
Betty Lund, 6403 - 36th Avenue North.
March 13, 1990
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The Mayor announced that the Economic Development Authority meeting
scheduled for 9 p.m. would be delayed until this item is completed.
The Mayor called a recess at 9:05 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:15 p.m.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization to prepare a feasibility study
detailing construction and cost aspects for reconstruction of
36th Avenue between Welcome and Louisiana Avenues.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to amend the motion to include upgrade of Section I and
a meeting with citizens for their input. By roll call and
voting aye: Moravec, Grimes; voting no: Carlson, Langsdorf,
Joselyn, Herbes; absent, not voting: Irving.
Motion Failed.
Voting on the main motion: by roll call and voting aye:
Carlson, Grimes, Langsdorf, Joselyn, Herbes; voting no:
Moravec; absent, not voting: Irving.
Motion Carried.
The City Council meeting was closed to conduct the meeting of the
Economic Development Authority at 9:25 p.m. The City Council
meeting reconvened at 10:17 p.m.
6. The City Council considered insurance and indemnity letter and
Hold Harmless Agreement for Earth Day 1990 event at Brookdale
Shopping Center on April 22, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve insurance and indemnity letter and Hold
Harmless Agreement as presented by staff, and further to
authorize Mayor and City Manager to sign such agreements.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Requiring Refuse Haulers to Pick-up Yard Waste.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-6
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO RECYCLING:
DISPOSAL OF YARD WASTE: AMENDING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 607
BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Traffic Regulation.
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Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-7
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
TRAFFIC REGULATION: AMENDING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 1305.03
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
relating to the Crystal Community Center.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-8
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
THE CRYSTAL COMMUNITY CENTER:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTION 815.13
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered a resolution in opposition to the
use of Motor Vehicle Excise Tax (MVET) funds to balance the
budget.
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. 90-11
RESOLUTION IN OPPOSITION TO THE USE OF MVET
FUNDS TO BALANCE BUDGET
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Grimes,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Irving.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
11. The City Council considered changing the time or date of the
regular City Council meeting of May 15, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to begin the regular City Council meeting of May 15,
1990 at 8:00 p.m. due to the District 281 School Board
Election.
Motion Carried.
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The City Council considered a resolution on consultant
contract related to the space needs analysis.
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. 90-12
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
CITY HALL SPACE NEEDS ANALYSIS
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Langsdorf,
Joselyn, Herbes; voting no: Carlson; absent, not voting:
Irving.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
The City Council discussed Tax Increment Financing
legislation.
The City Council discussed Fiscal Disparities proposal to use
fiscal disparities as a revenue source for Light Rail Transit.
The City Council discussed the District 281 Youth Partnership.
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,
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 11:00 p.m.
Motion Carried.
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March 27, 1990
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on March 27, 1990 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; John Olson, Assistant City Manager;
David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director;
William Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk;
Miles Johnson, Finance Director; Ed Brandeen, Park & Rec. 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 City Council
meeting of March 13, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of March 13, 1990.
Motion Carried.
Councilmember Joselyn arrived at 7:01 p.m.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of an application for a One -Day Off -Site Lawful
Gambling license at Becker Park on July 29, 1990 (Crystal
Frolics) from Knights of Columbus #3656, 4947 West Broadway.
2. Consideration of an application for exemption from lawful
gambling license for Church of St. Raphael, 7301 Bass Lake
Road, for its festival August 3, 4 and 5, 1990.
3. Consideration of a solicitor's permit from Greenpeace Action
to canvass in Crystal from April 1, 1990 thru April 30, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving 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 sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider a
variance request of 10' to the rear yard setback of 40' to
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build a 12' x 24' garage addition onto the existing garage at
5600 - 34th Avenue North, as requested by Robert Towler. 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
Grimes to grant the authorization pursuant to Section 515.55
of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict
application of Section 515.13, Subdivision 4 a) to grant a
variance of 10' in the required 40' rear yard setback for a
12' x 24' addition to the existing attached garage at 5600 -
34th Avenue North, as requested in application #90-5.
Motion Carried.
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 R. L. "Rollie"
Smothers, 6315 - 55th Avenue North, for an unexpired term
expiring December 31, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to appoint R. L. "Rollie" Smothers to the Park &
Recreation Advisory Commission for an unexpired term expiring
December 31, 1990.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a resolution awarding bid for
General Obligation Equipment Certificates of Indebtedness,
Series 1990 A. Present and heard was Jerry Shannon of
Springsted, Inc.
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. 90-13
A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF $760,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATES
OF INDEBTEDNESS, SERIES 1990A TO
MILLER, JOHNSON AND KUEHN, INC.;
FIXING THEIR FORM AND SPECIFICATIONS;
DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY;
AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
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Mayor Herbes recognized Elk's #44 Scout Troop #533 who was in
attendance as a scouting project.
3. The City Council considered the final plat of Chalet Acres
located at 3359 Vera Cruz Avenue North.
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. 90-14
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PLAT
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
4. The City Council considered a preliminary and final plat for
Johnson Industrial Park located at 5141 Lakeland 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. 90-15
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PLAT
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
5. The City Council considered an excavation permit for 3335
Pennsylvania Avenue North to be issued to Kevitt Excavating.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization for issuance of a grading
permit to Kevitt Excavating to remove material at 3335
Pennsylvania Avenue North as recommended by the City Engineer,
and further to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign
such agreement.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered a resolution for passage of final
bond, $6,000,000 City of Crystal, Minnesota Commercial
Development Revenue Refunding Bonds (Crystal Gallery Mall
Project) Series 1990. Ms. Rasmussen of Miller Schroeder
appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
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RESOLUTION NO. 90-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA (THE "ISSUER") AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE, SALE AND DELIVERY OF THE ISSUER'S
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE REFUNDING
BONDS (CRYSTAL GALLERY MALL PROJECT) SERIES 1990
(THE "BONDS"), WHICH BONDS AND THE INTEREST AND
ANY PREMIUM THEREON SHALL BE PAYABLE SOLELY
FROM REVENUES PLEDGED THERETO; APPROVING THE
FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY OF A TRUST INDENTURE, A LOAN AGREEMENT,
A REMARKETING AGREEMENT, AND A BOND PURCHASE
AGREEMENT; APPROVING THE USE OF AN OFFICIAL
STATEMENT; APPROVING THE FORM OF AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF THE
BONDS; AND PROVIDING FOR THE SECURITY, RIGHTS AND
REMEDIES OF THE OWNERS OF SAID BONDS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
7. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Public Safety.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-9
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY:
FIRE PREVENTION: REPEALING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE, SECTION 905: AMENDING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE BY ADDING A SECTION
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered a resolution honoring the
volunteers in the City of Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 90-17
RESOLUTION HONORING THE VOLUNTEERS
IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
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9. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
relating to lawful gambling trade area of the City.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to continue to require all charitable gambling
organizations licensed in the City of Crystal to expend 10% of
their net profits within the City of Crystal.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAWFUL
GAMBLING: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTION 1100.09, SUBDIVISION 8
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
April 17, 1990.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
relating to intoxicating liquor license bonds and insurance.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO INTOXICATING
LIQUOR LICENSES: BONDS AND INSURANCE:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTION 1200.07, BY ADDING SUBDIVISION:
REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION
1200.07, SUBDIVISIONS 3, 4 AND 5
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
April 17, 1990.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered the 1990-1991 Labor Agreement
between the City of Crystal and Law Enforcement Labor Services
Local #56.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve the 1990-1991 Labor Agreement between the
City of Crystal and Law Enforcement Labor Services Local #56,
and further, that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to
sign such agreement.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council discussed an amusement center license fee and
hours of operation. Council directed staff to obtain a more
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specific recommendation relative to administrative costs and
research amusement center hours and ages of clientele of
amusement centers in other cities.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:00 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:13 p.m.
13. The City Council discussed the progress of the Crystal
Community Center. Kurt Dale of Anderson Dale Architects and
two unidentified female senior citizens and a male senior
citizen referred to as "Joe" appeared and were heard.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to authorize the addition of restrooms adjacent to the
senior space by modification of the storage area into a
multiple use women's restroom.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council discussed the construction contract for the
double flume water slide at the Crystal Municipal Pool.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to proceed with the contract with the addition of plan
certification in the amount of $3,500 and soil testing in the
amount of $1,500.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes 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 Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
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April 3, 1990
page 585
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on April 3, 1990 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; John Olson, Assistant City Manager;
David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director;
William Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk;
Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator; Ed Brandeen, Park & Rec.
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 City Council
meeting of March 27, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
of March 27, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of sign permits with waiver of fee to advertise
the Annual Bike Auction for the City of Crystal. Signs will
be located at 4141 Douglas, 42nd & Colorado, and 4100 Douglas
Drive.
2. Consideration of a letter of resignation from Gerald W.
Shoultz of the Environmental Quality Commission dated 3-17-90.
3. Consideration of a Charitable Gambling license application for
Catholic Eldercare, Inc. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 4947
West Broadway.
4. Consideration of a request from The Spirit of Life
Spiritualist Church, 3908 Georgia Avenue North, to hold a
dance and raffle at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 4947 West
Broadway, on April 29, 1990 from 7-11 p.m.
5. Consideration of a solicitor's license for Saba Flowers to
sell flowers at 6000 - 42nd Avenue North, 3516 Lilac Drive,
and 3549 Douglas Drive on April 13, 14, 15; May 11, 12, 13;
and May 26, 27, 28, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda. (Note Item 3 under
Informal Discussion and Announcements relating to the above
motion.)
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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 establishment of a Tax Increment Finance
District at 36th Avenue and Highway 100. The Mayor asked
those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions
concerning this matter. Those present and heard were: Steve
Bubul of Holmes & Graven law firm.
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. 90-18
RESOLUTION APPROVING A REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT PLAN
FOR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT #2 AND A
TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR
TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT #2-1.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
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 allocation of Year XVI Community Development
Block Grant Funds. The Mayor asked those present to voice
their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution allocating $10,000
for day care, the reading of which was dispensed with by
unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-19
RESOLUTION APPROVING PROPOSED PROGRAM FOR
XVI URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING ITS SUBMITTAL
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
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The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered a Charitable Gambling License
renewal application for Cystic Fibrosis at Nicklow's.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to continue until April 17, 1990 the discussion of the
renewal of a charitable gambling license for Cystic Fibrosis
at Nicklow's.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a Resolution Authorizing Request
for 1990 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block
Grant Discretionary Account Funds.
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. 90-20
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REQUEST FOR 1990
URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY CDBG DISCRETIONARY
ACCOUNT FUNDS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
3. James Brown and Linda Museus of the Human Relations Commission
appeared before the City Council asking for allocation of
funds to be used for Human Rights Day to be held on October
20, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve allocation of funds to be used for Human
Rights Day, with submittal of a planned budget by the April
17, 1990 City Council meeting.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered awarding of bid for tree removal
and tree trimming contract for 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-21
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID
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By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
5. The City Council discussed the Independent School District No.
281 Comprehensive Drug Program. The City Manager advised that
representatives from District 281 would appear at a later date
to discuss the program.
6. The City Council discussed the Park Budget relating to Bassett
Creek Shelter and lights, golf course study, and nature area
study. It was the consensus of the Council that Bassett Creek
Shelter and lights had been removed from the 1990 Budget
before its adoption.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to delay making a decision on the golf course study and
the nature area study until the legislative session is closed
and the outcome of local government aids is known.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson to table for 30 days.
Motion Failed for Lack of a Second.
On the main motion to delay until close of the legislative
session.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:12 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:24 p.m.
7. The City Council considered accepting petition and authorizing
feasibility report preparation regarding drainage problems in
area of 6321 and 6407 - 46th Place.
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. 90-22
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING EXTENSION OF
STORM SEWER TO 46TH PLACE
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Joselyn, Carlson, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
8. The City Council considered purchasing "Crystal Nite at the
Dome" Twins tickets as part of an Employee Appreciation
Program.
April 3, 1990
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Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve purchase of Twins tickets for use as part of
an Employees Appreciation Program.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered Amusement Center license fee and
hours of operation.
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. 90-23
A RESOLUTION RELATING TO LICENSE FEES
FOR AMUSEMENT CENTERS
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Joselyn, Carlson, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
B. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-10
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO AMUSEMENT CENTERS
HOURS OF OPERATION: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTION 1101.11, SUBDIVISION 8
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson, Herbes.
Motion Carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. The City Council reviewed the set for the plaque to be placed
on the Crystal Community Center.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the plaque as presented on the Review Set.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a request from Crystal business
owners, as presented by the Assistant City Manager, to allow
banners the first two weeks of the State Lottery without
obtaining temporary sign permits.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to deny the request.
Motion Carried.
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3, Councilmember Carlson asked that Item 4 on the Consent Agenda
relating to dance and raffle at Knights of Columbus Hall by
the Spirit of Life Spiritualist Church be reconsidered to
register a "no" vote for Councilmember Carlson. Request was
granted.
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, 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 8:45 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
April 17, 1990
page 591
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on April 17, 1990 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, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn.
Absent was: Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff
members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John Olson, Assistant City
Manager; David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works
Director (arrived at 7:14 p.m.); William 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 April 3, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of April
3, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Set 8:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, May 1, 1990 as the date and time for a public hearing
at which time the City Council will consider the 1990 Sealcoat
Program.
2. Set 8:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, May 1, 1990 as the date and time for a public hearing
at which time the City Council will consider a variance
request to vary the off street parking requirements at 6918 -
56th Avenue North as requested by Semper Holdings, Inc.
3. Set 8:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, May 1, 1990 as the date and time for a public hearing
at which time the City Council will consider a variance
request to expand a non -conforming use and to vary the side
street side yard setback requirements for an 8' x 28' addition
at 5359 West Broadway as requested by Superamerica.
4. Consideration of a Solicitor's Permit for the Association of
Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) for door-to-
door solicitation from May 1, 1990 to May 31, 1990.
5. Consideration of a request from Paddock Bar and Lounge, 5540
Lakeland Avenue North, to extend the liquor license to include
its parking lot for an annual softball party on April 28, 1990
from 1-5 p.m.
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Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to remove item 4 from the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Irving that a motion not be required to remove an item from
the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn that items removed from the Consent Agenda be placed
at the end of the regular Council Agenda for consideration.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn 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 Environmental Quality Commission from Brian A. Conlow,
3212 Edgewood Avenue North, and W.G. (Bill) Leonard, 5926
Hampshire Avenue North, for an unexpired term expiring
December 31, 1992.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to appoint W.G. (Bill) Leonard, 5926 Hampshire Avenue
North, to the Environmental Quality Commission for an
unexpired term expiring December 31, 1992.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered the 1990 Labor Agreement between
the City of Crystal and the International Union of Operating
Engineers, Local No. 49, AFL-CIO.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the 1990 Labor Agreement between the City
of Crystal and the International Union of Operating Engineers,
Local No. 49, AFL-CIO.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered a building permit for an airplane
hangar at Lot 78B Crystal Airport as requested by Merrill
Jorgenson.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization to issue a building permit to
Merrill Jorgenson to build a 44' x 40' airplane hangar at Lot
78B, Crystal Airport, subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
April 17, 1990
page 593
4. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
relating to lawful gambling trade area of the City.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-11
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAWFUL
GAMBLING: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTION 1100.19, SUBDIVISION 8
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 intoxicating liquor license bonds and insurance.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-12
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO INTOXICATING
LIQUOR LICENSES: BONDS AND INSURANCE:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTION 1200.07, BY ADDING SUBDIVISION:
REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION
1200.07, SUBDIVISIONS 3,4 AND 5
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered accepting site improvements as
completed and release surety for Bassett Creek Townhomes,
Crystal Gallery, Skippers Restaurant, and Mount Olivet Baptist
Church.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to accept site improvements as completed for Bassett
Creek Townhomes, 3504 - 18 Douglas Drive; Crystal Gallery,
5510 West Broadway; Skippers Restaurant, 6230 - 56th Avenue
North; and Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 3420 Nevada Avenue
North, subject to guarantee provisions of the agreement,
effective this date, and that surety in the amount of $6,000,
$150,000, $42,000, and $3,000 respectively, be released,
subject to set guarantee, as recommended by the City Engineer.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered preliminary approval of Project
Alternative for Bassett Creek Improvements specific to
Markwood Avenue drainage ditch as proposed by Corps of
Engineers.
April 17, 1990
page 594
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve preliminary approval of Project
Alternative for Bassett Creek Improvements, specific to
Markwood Avenue drainage ditch as proposed by Corps of
Engineers, and approve authorization to proceed to the final
design phase of the project.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered stop sign request at 57th and 58th
and Quail Avenue.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to authorize the installation of a two-way stop on
57th Avenue as it crosses Quail Avenue and a two-way stop on
Quail Avenue as it crosses 58th Avenue, and further, that stop
situations already existing along Regent Avenue are approved
as full four-way stops to conform to State standards.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council discussed the Human Relations Commission
budget for Human Rights Day requested by the City Council at
its April 3, 1990 meeting.
10. The City Council discussed the League of Minnesota Cities
Legislative Policy Committees.
11. The City Council considered a solicitor's permit for the
Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN)
for door-to-door solicitation from May 1, 1990 to May 31,
1990.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve the solicitor's permit for the Association
of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) for door-to-
door solicitation from May 1, 1990 to May 31, 1990.
Motion Carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Liz Reid of the Park and Recreation Commission appeared to report
the commission's suggestions for the plaque to be placed at the
Community Center. It was the consensus of the Council that
dedication to the Citizens of Crystal should be placed on the
plaque and a separate plaque be ordered which lists all people
involved in the planning and construction of the Center.
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, 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.
April 17, 1990
page 595
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
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City Clerk
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May 1, 1990
page 596
BOARD OF REVIEW
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Crystal
Council convened as a Board of Review on May 1, 1990, 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; John Olson, Assistant City Manager;
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.
Larry Miller, Senior Appraiser, Hennepin County, was present to
discuss the 1990 assessment rolls and answer questions from those
present. Those residents heard were:
Brent Gisslen, 6427 - 41st Avenue North, PID 17-118-21-14-0011 and
PID 17-118-21-14-0012
James Harter, 6412 - 41st Avenue North, regarding properties at
6427 - 41st Avenue North
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to affirm the recommendation of the City Assessor
regarding the Gisslen property at 6427 - 41st Avenue North.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson.
Motion Carried.
Donald Noonan, 4145 Quail Avenue North, regarding the following
properties:
5324 Hanson Court, PID 09-118-21-22-0001
5332 Hanson Court, PID 09-118-21-22-0002
5340 Hanson Court, PID 09-118-21-22-0003
5241 Hanson Court, PID 09-118-21-22-0009
4031-33 Adair Avenue North, PID 16-118-21-32-0046
Thomas Javes, 3116 Louisiana Avenue North, appeared to appeal
previous years' values.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to affirm the assessment rolls as presented by the City
Assessor. Councilmember Carlson absent during action.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting of the Board of Review.
Motion Carried.
May 1, 1990
page 597
The Board of Review adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
May 1, 1990
page 598
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on May 1, 1990 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; John Olson, Assistant City Manager;
David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director;
William Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk;
Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator.
The Mayor read a Proclamation regarding Pause for the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag on June 14, 1990.
The Mayor read a Proclamation for Annual Buddy Poppy sale which
will be held on May 11 and 12, 1990.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of April 17, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
of April 17, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of a solicitor's permit for Charles Knaeble VFW
Post #494 to sell buddy poppies on May 11 and 12, 1990.
2. Consideration of a Charitable Gambling license renewal for VFW
Post #494, 5222 - 56th Avenue North.
3. Consideration of a One -Day Off -Site Lawful Gambling
application from Crystal Lions Club at John T. Irving Fire
Station on May 19, 1990.
4. Consideration of a One -Day Off -Site Gambling license for
Robbinsdale Lions Club at Becker Park on July 4, 1990.
5. Consideration of a One -Day Off -Site Gambling license for
V.F.W. Post #494 at Becker Park on July 28, 1990.
6. Consideration of an itinerant food establishment license for
The Bank North at their 7000 - 56th Avenue North and Douglas
Drive and 42nd Avenue locations, for an open house from April
30 through May 4, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
May 1, 1990
page 599
The City Council considered the following Public Hearings:
1. It being 8:00 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 1990 Sealcoat Program. The Mayor asked
those present to voice their opinion or to ask questions
concerning this matter. Those present and heard were:
Maurice Balke, 4124 Jersey Avenue North (spoke for neighbors
Watt and Gacek); James Goering, 4032 Idaho Avenue North;
Lorraine Bedman, 7025 - 46th Avenue North; Harold Traen, 7012
- 45th Place; Hugh Munns, 6611 Markwood Drive; Neal Robinson,
6627 - 46th Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
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. 90-24
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT #90-1 SEAL COAT
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
2. It being 8:00 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 rezoning property at 6918 - 56th Avenue North
from B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District to B-4 (Community
Commercial) District, and will sit as a Board of Adjustments
and Appeals to consider a variance request to vary the off
street parking requirements as requested by Semper Holdings,
Inc. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinion or
to ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and
heard were: Kathy Vekich, Semper Holding; Bill Fish, owner of
Gold Eagle, 6924 - 56th Avenue North; Carl Baumann, 5640 West
Broadway.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:55 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:00 p.m.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
A. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance:
May 1, 1990
page 600
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN LAND
and further, that the second and final reading be held on May
15, 1990.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn 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 515.09, Subdivision 8 t) and
Subdivision 8 aa) to grant a variance of 27 off street parking
spaces of the required 90 parking spaces at 6918 - 56th Avenue
North, as requested in application #90-8.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Grimes, Herbes.
Motion Carried.
3. It being 8:00 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 sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider a
variance request to expand a non -conforming use and to vary
the side street side yard setback requirements to allow an
addition to the existing motor fuel station at 5359 West
Broadway as requested by Superamerica. The Mayor asked those
present to voice their opinion or to ask questions concerning
this matter. Those present and heard were: Bud Kaupp,
Superamerica.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to grant the conditional use.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to grant a variance for the side street, side yard
setback.
No Action Taken.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to reconsider item #3 on the agenda.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to grant as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant
May 1, 1990
page 601
to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify
the strict application of Section 515.05, Subdivision 2) to
expand a non -conforming use, said non -conformity being the lot
is 10,600 square feet in lieu of the required 22,500 square
feet, and to grant a variance of 41 in the required 22' side
street sideyard setback (Section 515.13 Subdivision 3 b) 2) to
permit a 8' x 28' addition to the existing motor fuel station
at 5359 West Broadway, as requested in applications #90-11,
and #90-12 of SuperAmerica.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the issuance of a building permit
for an 8,580 sq. ft. retail space located at 6918 - 56th
Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
authorization to issue a building permit for an 8,580 sq. ft.
retail space located at 6918 - 56th Avenue North, subject to
standard procedure.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Grimes, Herbes.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered conditional use permits to allow a
motor fuel station in a B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial)
District and to allow retail sales of food items in a B-3
District at 5359 West Broadway.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission conditional use permits
#90-09 and #90-10 to allow a motor fuel station in a B-3
(Auto -Oriented Commercial) District (Section 515.35, Subd. 4c)
and to allow retail sales of food items in a B-3 District
(Section 515.35, Subd. 4f) at 5359 West Broadway.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered a building permit for an 8' x 28'
addition to the existing motor fuel station at 5359 West
Broadway.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization to issue a building permit for
an 8' x 28' addition to the existing motor fuel station at
5359 West Broadway, subject to standard procedure, with the
condition that the trailer be removed from the property.
Motion Carried.
May 1, 1990
page 602
4. The City Council considered the application for appointment to
the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council's Advisory
Commission from Renae J. Bowman, 6332 Corvallis Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to recommend to the Northwest Hennepin Human
Services Council the appointment of Renae J. Bowman, 6332
Corvallis Avenue North, as a representative of Crystal on the
Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council's Advisory
Commission.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered a request from Hennepin Technical
College to be exempt from permit fees for construction of two
homes at 3426-32 Welcome Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to grant authorization to exempt the Hennepin Technical
College from payment of permit fees for construction of two
homes for the City of Crystal at 3426-32 Welcome Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered a Resolution in Support of
Assessment of Risk of Contamination of the Upper Mississippi
River.
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. 90-25
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING ASSESSMENT OF
RISK OF CONTAMINATION OF THE
UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
7. The City Council considered First Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Intoxicating Liquor License Bonds.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO INTOXICATING
LIQUOR LICENSES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTION 1200.07 BY ADDING A SUBDIVISION:
REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 1200.07,
SUBDIVISIONS 3, 4, AND 5, AND ORDINANCE #90-12
May 1, 1990
page 603
and further, that the second and final reading be held on May
15, 1990.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the 1990 Labor Agreement between
the City of Crystal and the MN Teamsters Public and Law
Enforcement Employees Union Local No. 320 (Communication
Clerks/Dispatch) for January 1, 1990 to December 31, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve the 1990 Labor Agreement between the City of
Crystal and the MN Teamsters Public and Law Enforcement
Employees Union Local No. 320 (Communication Clerks/Dispatch)
for January 1, 1990 to December 31, 1990.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered an amendment to the On -Sale Liquor
license of Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway, to include an
outside cafe.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve an amendment to the 1989-90 On -Sale Liquor
license of Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway, to include an
outside cafe from May 20, 1990 through June 30, 1990.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered a Resolution To Authorize Joint
Project with the City of New Hope for Drainage Improvements in
Yunkers Park with Allocation of Funds.
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. 90-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A JOINT PROJECT
WITH THE CITY OF NEW HOPE FOR DRAINAGE
IMPROVEMENTS IN YUNKERS PARK WITH
ALLOCATION OF FUNDS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
11. The City Council considered a Resolution to Authorize Joint
Project with the City of New Hope for Sumter Avenue Barricade
at 30th Avenue with Allocation of Funds.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to continue until May 15, 1990 the discussion of a
resolution to Authorize Joint Project with the City of New
Hope for Sumter Avenue Barricade at 30th Avenue with
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allocation of funds.
Open Forum:
Motion Carried.
Hugh Munns, 6611 Markwood Drive, appeared and voiced
environmental concerns: why yard waste cannot be burned in
Hennepin County burner; what happens to heavy plastic barriers
used on construction sites; suggested electric light rail
system.
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 a tree trimmer's license for Brad's Tree Service,
10349 Fillmore Place, Blaine, MN 55303 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 10:20 p.m.
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Mayor
May 15, 1990
page 605
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on May 15, 1990 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 was: Carlson. Also in attendance were the following staff
members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John Olson, Assistant City
Manager; David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works
Director; William 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 commended Crystal resident, Jill Lester, 4645 Colorado
Avenue North, for her exemplary performance in the administration
of CPR to a fellow citizen until such time as emergency units could
reach the scene.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Board of Review of
May 1, 1990 and the Regular City Council meeting of May 1, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Board of Review of May 1,
1990 and the Regular City Council meeting of May 1, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of an application from Crystal Lions Club to
operate a 3.2 beer stand at the Firemen's Open House (John T.
Irving Fire Station) on May 19, 1990 with request for waiver
of fee.
2. Consideration of a permit to allow City of Crystal Park &
Recreation Department to hold the annual Women & Leisure
Services Dinner and meeting at the Community Center on May 17,
1990, and also to serve wine at the event.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered a Charitable Gambling license
renewal for Robbinsdale Lions Club at Burling's Tally Ho
Restaurant.
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Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to continue until June 5, 1990 the discussion of the
Charitable Gambling license renewal for Robbinsdale Lions Club
at Burling's Tally Ho Restaurant until more information is
obtained in writing from Robbinsdale Lions regarding possible
violations of State gambling rules and loss of receipts, with
a copy of our request to the State Gaming Division, Department
of Revenue.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a solicitor's permit for Teens
Against Drugs from April 1990 through April 1991.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to deny a solicitor's permit for Teens Against
Drugs from April 1990 through April 1991, based on the Police
Department report.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council continued consideration of a Charitable
Gambling license renewal from the April 3, 1990 City Council
meeting for Cystic Fibrosis at Nicklows.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to deny a Charitable Gambling license renewal for
Cystic Fibrosis at Nicklows.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes; voting no: Moravec,
Irving, Langsdorf, Joselyn, Herbes; absent, not voting:
Carlson.
Motion Failed.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve a Charitable Gambling license renewal for
Cystic Fibrosis at Nicklows.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Langsdorf,
Joselyn, Herbes; voting no: Grimes; absent, not voting:
Carlson.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council reviewed a request to modify site improvement
agreement at 5241 Hanson Court (Beaver Machine). Those
appearing and heard were: Jim Haberle, owner of Beaver
Machine; Mike Miller, joint owner of the building at 5241
Hanson Court.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to table the request to modify site improvement
agreement at 5241 Hanson Court until such time as staff can
work with the property owners and come back to the Council
with a recommendation.
May 15, 1990
page 607
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Herbes; absent, not voting:
Carlson.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered a City of Crystal Mission
Statement.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to continue to June 5, 1990 the discussion of the
City of Crystal Mission Statement to allow the Council more
time to review it.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered a Resolution relating to the City
of Crystal Flexible Benefit Account Plan Adopting Amended and
Restated Plan.
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. 90-27
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
FLEXIBLE BENEFIT ACCOUNT PLAN ADOPTING
AMENDED AND RESTATED PLAN
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
7. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Rezoning Property at 6918 - 56th Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: CHANGING
THE USE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Langsdorf,
Joselyn; voting no: Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting:
Carlson.
Motion Failed.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to reconsider the Second Reading of the Ordinance
Relating to Rezoning Property at 6918 - 56th Avenue North.
May 15, 1990
page 608
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Langsdorf,
Joselyn; voting no: Grimes, Herbes; absent, not voting:
Carlson.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to table until the June 5, 1990 City Council
meeting.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Intoxicating Liquor License Bonds.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-13
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO INTOXICATING
LIQUOR LICENSES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTION 1200.07, SUBDIVISIONS 3, 4, AND 5,
IN ORDINANCE NO. 90-12
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered the selection of a consultant to
rewrite the Comprehensive Plan. Fred Hoisington of The
Hoisington Group appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to continue discussion of the selection of a
consultant to rewrite the Comprehensive Plan until such time
as Councilmembers can review all proposals submitted.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered a resolution relating to Community
Energy Council Program Agreement (Energy Audit Program).
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. 90-28
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COMMUNITY ENERGY
COUNCIL PROGRAM AGREEMENT
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 a Resolution relating to Paper
Procurement Policy for the City of Crystal.
May 15, 1990
page 609
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. 90-29
RESOLUTION RELATING TO PAPER PROCUREMENT
POLICY FOR THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
12. The City Council considered the designation of an Engineering
Consultant for the 36th Avenue reconstruction project.
A. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the following resolution authorizing
preparation of a feasibility study with inclusion of
consideration of rebuilding the street and an alternate of
upgrading the street, and the cost differences, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-30
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PREPARATION OF A
FEASIBILITY STUDY
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
Moravec to approve as recommended by the City Engineer the
designation of RCM as Engineer for the 36th Avenue
reconstruction project, and further, that staff be authorized
to prepare the necessary contract for consideration on a
future City Council agenda.
Motion Carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 90-31
RESOLUTION TO CEASE THE PURCHASE
OF STYRO-FOAM CUPS AND CONTAINERS
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
May 15, 1990
page 610
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 Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on June 5, 1990 at 7:00 P.M., at 4800
Douglas Drive (Community Center), 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; John Olson, Assistant City Manager;
Charles Lefevere, City Attorney's office; William Monk, Public
Works Director (arrived at 7:40 p.m.); William Barber, Building
Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Dan Smith, Assistant City
Engineer; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Crystal Police Department spoke regarding the D.A.R.E. Program
and presented the Councilmembers with D.A.R.E. t -shirts. Mayor
Herbes read a letter from the Crystal Elk's Club commending the
D.A.R.E. Program.
The Mayor acknowledged contributions from Olivet Baptist Church in
the amount of $100 each to the Police Department, the Park &
Recreation Department and the Fire Department.
The Mayor acknowledged contributions from Abraham Lincoln P.T.A. to
the Crystal D.A.R.E. Program in the amount of $50.
The Mayor read a letter from the Mayor of Golden Valley declining
an invitation to the Grand Opening festivities at the Community
Center and commending the City on the Center.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of May 15, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Moravec
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of May
15, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered award of bid for the 1990 Concrete
Curb & Gutter and Sidewalk Replacement Program.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
June 5, 1990
page 612
RESOLUTION NO. 90-31a
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
SIDEWALK AND CURB AND GUTTER REPAIR NO. 90-3
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
2. The City Council considered award of bid for furnishing a
water flusher tank.
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. 90-32
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
A WATER FLUSHER TANK
TO MCQUEEN EQUIPMENT COMPANY
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
3. The City Council consideration the rezoning of property and
conditional use permits for auto sales at 6048 Lakeland Avenue
North from B-4 (Community Commercial) District to B-3 (Auto -
Oriented Commercial) District and rezoning property at 6058
Lakeland Avenue North from B-2 (Limited Commercial) District
to B-3 (Auto Oriented Commercial) District. Those appearing
and heard were: Don Pearson, property owner; Craig Grosz, Mr.
Pearson's Business Associate; Lori Maas, Coon Rapids (daughter
of property owner of 6418 - 61st Avenue North), presented a
petition to the City Council and acted as spokesperson for
residents opposing the rezoning; Jack Durant, 5649 Maryland
Avenue North; Robert Bartosch, 6101 Florida Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to postpone action on the rezoning of property at 6048
Lakeland Avenue North from B-4 (Community Commercial) District
to B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District and rezoning
property at 6058 Lakeland Avenue North from B-2 (Limited
Commercial) District to B-3 (Auto Oriented Commercial)
District until the Comprehensive Plan of the City is updated
and approved by the City Council.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Rezoning Property at 6918 56th Avenue North.
Those appearing and heard were: Ray Mathieu, 5756 Nevada
Avenue North.
June 5, 1990
page 613
A. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to remove this item from the table.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN LANDS
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Langsdorf,
Joselyn; voting no: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes.
Motion Failed.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:30 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:43 p.m.
Due to failure of motion to adopt an ordinance rezoning property at
6918 - 56th Avenue North, item 5 of the agenda was not considered.
6. The City Council considered rezoning of property at 4824 -
56th Avenue North from B -la (Professional Office) District to
B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District. Those appearing and
heard were: David Miller, Representative of Crown CoCo; Kevin
Smith, 6016 Quail Avenue North; Richard Harley, 57th and Bass
Lake Road; Kenley Johnson, 4924 - 56th Avenue North; Ms. L.
Richardson, 5636 Twin Lake Terrace.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to deny rezoning of property at 4824 - 56th Avenue
North from B -la (Professional Office) District to B-3 (Auto -
Oriented Commercial) District and direct staff to prepare
findings of fact for denial.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn, Herbes; voting no: Carlson.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered rezoning of property at 5603
Orchard Avenue North from R-1 (Single Family Residential)
District to B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to deny rezoning of property at 5603 Orchard Avenue
North from R-1 (Single Family Residential) District to B-3
(Auto -Oriented Commercial) District and direct staff to
prepare findings of fact for denial.
June 5, 1990
page 614
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn, Herbes; voting no: Carlson.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes that if a violation of the zoning code regarding
outside storage of equipment, weeds and garbage exists at 5603
Orchard, staff be directed to take action to correct such
violation.
Motion Carried.
Due to denial of rezoning at 5603 Orchard Avenue North, Item #8 on
the agenda was not considered.
9. The City Council considered rezoning property at 5257 Hanson
Court from B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District to I-2
(Heavy Industrial) District as requested by Jerry Womack.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that the second and final reading be held on June
19, 1990.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered a recommendation for a planning
consultant to rewrite the comprehensive plan. Those appearing
and heard were: Fred Hoisington, Hoisington Group.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent, appropriating funds
up to $60,000 with the City Council deciding on options along
the way with the exception of Public Forums, which is to be
included immediately:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-33
RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING EMERGENCY PLANNING
AND PIR FUNDS FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
11. The City Council considered allocation of funds beginning in
1991 for applications of copper sulfide to control blue green
algae blooms at Twin Lakes as requested by the Upper Twin Lake
June 5, 1990
page 615
Association. Consensus of the Council was to not take action
until financial flexibility of the 1991 Budget is determined.
12. The City Council considered allocation of funds in support of
Hennepin County Old Tyme Fair to be held July 26-29, 1990 at
Lion's Park in Corcoran as requested by Pat Cook, Fair
secretary.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to deny allocation of funds in support of Hennepin
County Old Tyme Fair to be held July 26-29, 1990 at Lion's
Park in Corcoran as requested by Pat Cook, Fair secretary.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council considered an Application for a One -Day Off -
Site Lawful Gambling license for Minneapolis/Crystal Elks
Lodge #44 on Friday, July 27, 1990 at Becker Park (Crystal
Frolics Celebration).
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve an Application for a One -Day Off -Site
Lawful Gambling license for Minneapolis/Crystal Elks Lodge #44
on Friday, July 27, 1990 at Becker Park (Crystal Frolics
Celebration).
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council continued consideration of the City of
Crystal Mission Statement from the May 15, 1990 City Council
meeting.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve the City of Crystal Mission Statement as
written.
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council considered agreements with Hennepin County
and New Hope and Golden Valley for Medicine Lake Road
Reconstruction 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. 90-34
RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENTS FOR
RECONSTRUCTION OF MEDICINE
LAKE ROAD (CR70)
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Carlson,
Langsdorf, Joselyn, Herbes; voting no: Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
June 5, 1990
page 616
16. The City Council considered a request for a temporary sign
permit with waiver of the fee from Brunswick United Methodist
Church, 6122 - 42nd Avenue North, from September 15 through
October 26, 1990 in celebration of its 40th Anniversary.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve a request for a temporary sign permit with
waiver of the fee from Brunswick United Methodist Church, 6122
- 42nd Avenue North, for the three week time period allowed by
the City Code in celebration of its 40th Anniversary.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council considered a resolution in support of Jerry
Dulgar, City Manager, as a candidate for the Board of
Directors of the League of Minnesota Cities.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-35
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF JERRY DULGAR
AS A CANDIDATE FOR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
18. The City Council considered a request from the Crystal Park
and Recreation Department to serve beer and wine at a dinner
and dance in the Community Center, 4800 Douglas Drive, on June
9, 1990 from 6:00 p.m. - Midnight for its grand opening
celebration.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve a request from the Crystal Park and
Recreation Department to serve beer and wine at a dinner and
dance in the Community Center, 4800 Douglas Drive, on June 9,
1990 from 6:00 p.m. - Midnight for its grand opening
celebration.
Motion Carried.
19. The City Council continued consideration of a charitable
gambling license renewal for Robbinsdale Lion's Club at the
Tally Ho Restaurant from the May 15, 1990 City Council
meeting.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve a charitable gambling license renewal for
Robbinsdale Lion's Club at the Tally Ho Restaurant.
Motion Carried.
June 5, 1990
page 617
20. The City Council considered the participation of the St. Croix
Skydiving Club at the Crystal Frolics on July 28th or July
29th.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the participation of the St. Croix
Skydiving Club at the Crystal Frolics on July 28th or July
29th.
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, 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 10:30 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
June 19, 1990
page 618
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on June 19, 1990 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; John Olson, Assistant City Manager;
Corrine Heine, City Attorney's office; William Monk, Public Works
Director; William Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City
Clerk; 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 recognized a donation of $3,000 to the Crystal Fire
Department from the Crystal Lion's Club to help off -set the cost of
a breathing air compressor for the self-contained breathing
apparatus.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of June 5, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of June 5, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Consent
Agenda:
1. Consideration of a request for a permit to have a parade on
Sunday, July 29, 1990 at 1 p.m., using the same route as in
1989 (West Broadway, turning on Bass Lake Road) and a license
to operate a carnival at Becker Park with waiver of the fee on
July 27, 28, and 29, 1990, as requested by the Crystal Frolics
Committee.
2. Consideration of a request to operate a 3.2 beer stand at
Becker Park on July 4, 1990, with waiver of the fee, as
requested by Crystal Lions Club.
3. Consideration of a request from Paster Enterprises to extend
the variance time for proposed signage granted to the Crystal
Shopping Center Associates by the Crystal City Council on
October 17, 1989 for one year.
4. Set 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, July 3, 1990, for a public hearing to consider vacation
of an easement at 5200 Douglas Drive.
June 19, 1990
page 619
Moved by Councilmember Irving 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 award of bid for a new articulated
four wheel drive loader for the Parks Department.
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. 90-36
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT
TO TRI-STATE BOBCAT
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
2. The City Council considered award of bid for Street
Department's full-size loader.
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. 90-37
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT
TO CASE POWER AND EQUIPMENT
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
3. The City Council considered award of bid for the 1990 Seal
Coat Program.
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. 90-38
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT
FOR SEAL COAT IMPROVEMENT NO. 90-1
TO ASPHALT SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
June 19, 1990
page 620
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
4. The City Council considered a request by Brunswick United
Methodist Church, 6122 - 42nd Avenue North, for extension of
time on the temporary banner permit which was issued by the
City Council on June 5, 1990. Dave Snyder, Chairman of the
Board of Trustees for Brunswick United Methodist Church,
appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve extension of time on the temporary banner
permit for Brunswick United Methodist Church, 6122 - 42nd
Avenue North, total permit period being from September 1, 1990
through November 1, 1990.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered site improvement requirements at
5241 Hanson Court (Beaver Machine).
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to remove this item from the table.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve modification of site improvement agreement
at 5241 Hanson Court (Beaver Machine) to include signage on
the front of the building identifying the loading zone and
prohibiting parking.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered Variance Application #90-21
regarding a home occupation (Chiropractor) at 3411 Winnetka
Avenue North. Those appearing and heard were: Doctor Abel,
applicant; Diane Schipper, 3425 Winnetka Avenue North.
The Building Inspector informed the Council that the City
Attorney's office advised that a variance could not be granted
on a use, and that the request regarding a home occupation at
3411 Winnetka Avenue North would require an ordinance change.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to deny the ordinance change necessary to accomplish
the request for a home occupation (chiropractor) at 3411
Winnetka Avenue North (Variance Application #90-21), as
requested by Leonard Abel.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered Applications #90-23 and #90-24
requesting rezoning from R-1 (Single-family Residential)
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District to R-2 (Single and Two Family Residential) District,
and requesting a variance to lot width at 2711 Vera Cruz
Avenue North. Albert Blazevic of Cottonwood Construction
appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to deny as recommended by and based on the findings of
fact of the Planning Commission rezoning property from R-1
(Single-family Residential) District to R-2 (Single and Two
Family Residential) District at 2711 Vera Cruz Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
Councilmember Carlson was absent from room when vote was
taken.
No action was taken on the variance due to denial of the
rezoning.
8. The City Council considered Applications #90-25, 90-26, and
90-27 requesting rezoning from R-1 (Single-family Residential)
District to R-2 (Single and Two Family Residential) District,
variance to lot width, and variance to total lot size at 2721
Vera Cruz Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to deny as recommended by and based on the findings of
fact of the Planning Commission rezoning property from R-1
(Single-family Residential) District to R-2 (Single and Two
Family Residential) District at 2721 Vera Cruz Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
No action was taken on the variances due to denial of the
rezoning.
The Mayor called a recess at 7:55 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:02 p.m.
9. Ed Thonander of the Crystal Frolics Committee appeared to
request that item #1 on the Consent Agenda (license to operate
a carnival at Becker Park) be amended to include Thursday,
July 26, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve a license to operate a carnival at Becker
Park with waiver of fee on July 26, 1990 to close at 11 p.m.
and on July 27, 28, and 29, 1990 to close at 12 p.m.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered Application #90-28 requesting a 2'
variance in the required 5' side yard setback at 5530 Quail
Avenue North to build an addition to the attached garage on
the existing house.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve as recommended by and based on the
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page 622
findings of fact of the Planning Commission authorization to
grant a variance of 2' in the required 5' side yard setback to
build a 7' x 22' addition to the attached garage on the
existing house at 5530 Quail Avenue North as requested in
Variance Application #90-28.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered Application #90-29 requesting a
variance of 14' to the side street side yard at 4501 Maryland
Avenue North to build a deck.
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 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 2) ii) to
grant a variance of 14' in the required 25' side street side
yard setback to build a 10' x 16' deck on the existing house
at 4501 Maryland Avenue North, as requested in Application
#90-29.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered Application #90-30 requesting a
variance to the front yard setback for a detached garage at
5413 Xenia Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve 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 515.07, Subd. 5 c) 1) to
grant a variance of 9' in the required 75' front yard setback
to build a 24' x 26' detached garage at 5413 Xenia Avenue
North, as requested in Application #90-30.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council considered the second reading of an ordinance
to rezone property at 5257 Hanson Court from B-3 (Auto -
Oriented Commercial) to I-2 (Heavy Industrial).
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-14
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION OF
CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
June 19, 1990
page 623
14. The City Council considered the amended and revised bylaws of
the Crystal Firefighters Relief Association, effective January
1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve as presented by the Crystal Firefighters
Relief Association the amended and revised bylaws of the
Crystal Firefighters Relief Association, effective January
1990.
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council discussed an amendment to the Crystal City
Code regarding licensing of rental property.
16. The City Council considered a contract with Rieke, Carroll,
Muller Associates, Inc. (RCM) for Consulting Engineer Services
on the 36th Avenue Project.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve as recommended by the City Engineer an
agreement with Rieke, Carroll, Muller Associates, Inc. (RCM)
to provide Consulting Engineer Services on the proposed 36th
Avenue North Reconstruction Project, and further that the
Mayor and City Manager be authorized to sign such agreement.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council discussed membership on Legislative Policy
Committees for the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities.
18. The City Council considered change in dates of solicitation
for a solicitor's permit for Minnesota Association of
Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) approved by the
City Council on April 17, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve solicitation in the City of Crystal by
Minnesota Association of Community Organizations for Reform
Now (ACORN) from June 25, 1990 through July 31, 1990, in lieu
of May 1, 1990 to May 31, 1990.
Motion Carried.
19. The City Council considered the resignation of James R. Ryan,
8008 - 33rd Avenue North, from the Crystal Charter Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to accept the resignation of James R. Ryan, 8008 -
33rd Avenue North, from the Crystal Charter Commission, and
further, to direct staff to send a letter of thanks.
Motion Carried.
20. The City Council considered a request from the Crystal Lions
Club to close Bass Lake Road adjacent to Becker Park on July
4, 1990 for a fireworks display to be held from 9:30 to 10:30
p.m.
June 19, 1990
page 624
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve closing of Bass Lake Road adjacent to
Becker Park on July 4, 1990 for a fireworks display as
requested by the Crystal Lions, pending Hennepin County
approval.
Motion Carried.
21. Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to reconsider the second reading of an ordinance to
rezone property at 6918 - 56th Avenue North from B-3 (Auto -
Oriented Commercial) District to B-4 (Community Commercial)
District as requested by Semper Holdings, Inc.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-15
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:55 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:02 p.m.
The consensus of the City Council was to continue action on the
second reading of the rezoning ordinance for 6918 - 56th Avenue
North until the variance for parking, which was acted on at the May
1, 1990 City Council meeting, was reconsidered.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to reconsider the variance for parking requirements
at 6918 - 56th Avenue North and to change the variance for
parking from 27 off-street parking spaces to 16 off-street
parking spaces of the required 90 parking spaces (Variance
Application #90-8), based on comments regarding Council action
taken on May 1, 1990.
Motion Carried.
Upon continuance of the second reading of ordinance to rezone
property at 6918 - 56th Avenue North from B-3 (Auto -Oriented
Commercial) District to B-4 (Community Commercial) District, the
vote was unanimous for approval.
22. The City Council considered the preliminary and final plat of
Fish Addition which is a replat of 6918 and 6924 - 56th Avenue
North.
June 19, 1990
page 625
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. 90-39
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLAT
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
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 Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
July 3, 1990
page 626
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on July 3, 1990 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, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn.
Absent was: Grimes. Also in attendance were the following staff
members: John Olson, Assistant City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City
Attorney; William Monk, Public Works 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 minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of June 19, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of June 5, 1990, making the following exceptions: Item 19
to read "to direct staff to send a letter of thanks."
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Consent
Agenda:
1. Consideration of a Charitable Gambling License for 494
Ministry, 10800 Lyndale Avenue South, at Doyle's Bowling and
Lounge, Inc.
2. Consideration of a request from Steve Weisman, owner of Steve
O's, to extend limits relating to the on -sale liquor license
of Steven Weisman Industries of the licensed premises to
include the parking lot, and to hold a pig roast at 4900 West
Broadway for one day on August 18, 1990.
3. Consideration of a request from City of Crystal Picnic
Committee to have 3.2 beer and wine coolers at Crystal
Municipal Pool for the 3rd Annual Employee Picnic on August 8,
1990.
4. Consideration of resetting the date for a public hearing to 7
p.m., July 17, 1990, at which time the City Council will
consider vacation of a drainage and utility easement at 5200
Douglas Drive North.
5. Consideration of a request from V.F.W. Post #494 to extend
limits relating to the on -sale liquor license of VFW Post #494
of the licensed premises to include the parking lot, and to
hold a beer and brat feed on July 28, 1990 for the Crystal
Frolics from approximately noon to 9:00 p.m.
July 3, 1990
page 627
6. Consideration of a transient merchant license for Jones R.
Losen, 613 N.E. 3rd, Little Falls, Minnesota, to sell sweet
corn at Jack's Superette, 7200 Bass Lake Road, during days in
July and August, 1990 as indicated on license application on
file in the City Clerk's office.
Councilmember Irving requested Item #1 on the Consent Agenda
be removed and placed on the regular agenda.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve Items 2-6 of the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
I. The City Council considered the final plat and site
improvement agreement for Professors Addition in the northwest
quadrant of 32nd and Florida Avenues as requested by Scott
Kevitt.
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. 90-40
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLAT
PROFESSORS ADDITION
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve the site improvement agreement for
Professors Addition, 32nd and Florida Avenues North, and,
further, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign such
agreement.
Motion carried.
2. The City Council considered a Charitable Gambling License for
494 Ministry, 10800 Lyndale Avenue South, at Doyle's Bowling
and Lounge, Inc. Stan Babel, Accountant for 494 Ministry,
appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to continue to the July 17, 1990 City Council Meeting
the discussion of a Charitable Gambling License for 494
Ministry, 10800 Lyndale Avenue South, at Doyle's Bowling and
Lounge, Inc., and to direct staff to obtain a police report on
the organization.
Motion Carried.
July 3, 1990
page 628
3, The City Council considered a resolution of denial for
rezoning property at 2711 Vera Cruz Avenue North and at 2721
Vera Cruz Avenue North
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. 90-41
RESOLUTION DENYING REQUESTS FOR REZONING OF
PROPERTIES AT 2711 VERA CRUZ AVENUE NORTH
AND 2721 VERA CRUZ AVENUE NORTH
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The City Council considered a resolution of denial for
rezoning property at 4824 - 56th Avenue North and at 5603
Orchard Avenue North.
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. 90-42
RESOLUTION DENYING REQUESTS FOR REZONING OF
PROPERTIES AT 4824 - 56TH AVENUE NORTH AND
5603 ORCHARD AVENUE NORTH
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5. Mr. Bruce A. Hampel, 8201 - 33rd Avenue North, appeared before
the City Council to discuss a group home located at 8204 -
33rd Avenue North. The City Council directed staff to send a
letter to appropriate officials at the county and/or state to
request more restrictive housing for "Patrick", a resident of
the group home who wanders from the home and into homes in the
neighborhood.
6. The City Council discussed the Metropolitan Transit Commission
(MTC) Bus Shelter Program. Councilmember Irving suggested a
shelter be placed at 48th and Douglas for senior citizens and
others going to and from the Community Center.
7. The City Council considered allocation of funds for Senior
Community Services. The City Council directed the staff to
search for funding in the Park and Recreation Budgets.
July 3, 1990
page 629
8. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing Joint
Cooperation Agreement with Hennepin County for administration
of Community Development Block Grant Programs.
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. 90-43
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING JOINT COOPERATION AGREEMENT
WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY FOR ADMINISTRATION OF
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAMS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Grimes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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 Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:08 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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July 17, 1990
page 630
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on July 17, 1990 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.
Absent was: Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following staff
members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John Olson, Assistant City
Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works
Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Joan Schmidt, Deputy
Clerk; Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator; Kevin McGinty, Fire
Chief.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor presented checks each in the amount of $50 to Bass Lake
Road/Becker Park Planter Contest Winners: Victory Robbin 4H Club,
Girl Scout Troop 1940, and Gardenaires Garden Club.
The Mayor acknowledged a donation of $100 from Rosenthal, Rondoni,
MacMillan & Joyner, Attorneys at Law, for the Drug Abuse Resistance
Education (D.A.R.E.) Program.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of July 3, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of July 3, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Consent
Agenda:
1. Consideration of a license application for a 3.2 beer stand
and a 1 to 3 day temporary On -Sale Liquor License (with waiver
of fee for the liquor license) from St. Raphael's Church, 7301
Bass Lake Road, for a church festival on August 3, 4, and 5,
1990.
2. Consideration of a request by St. Raphael's Church, 7301 Bass
Lake Road, to allow temporary signs to be installed for its
church festival from July 25 through August 5, 1990 with
request for waiver of fee.
3. Consideration of an application for a license to operate one
3.2 beer stand at Becker Park and one at Welcome Park on July
27, 28, and 29, 1990 as submitted by John Mork for the Crystal
Firefighters Relief Association with request for waiver of the
fee.
July 17, 1990
page 631
4. Consideration of an itinerant food establishment license for
the Crystal Shopping Center regarding Crazy Daze on July 9
through 14, 1990 as requested by Alice Jones.
5. Consideration of an itinerant food establishment license for
one food stand at the Crystal Shopping Center for Crazy Daze
on July 9 through 14, 1990 as requested by Joseph Lencioni.
6. Consideration of an itinerant food establishment license for
the Crystal Frolics on July 27 through July 29, 1990 at Becker
Park with request for waiver of the fee for Steve Reed dba
Palace Inn to sell pizzas.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to have Item #6 on the Consent Agenda removed and
placed on the Regular Agenda.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve Items 1-5 of 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 for a public hearing at which time the City Council
will consider vacation of a drainage and utility easement at
5200 Douglas Drive North. The Mayor asked those present to
voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this
matter. Present and heard was Dr. John Beithon from Northwest
Family Physicians.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN
DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
August 7, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered a private kennel license at 5001
Wilshire Blvd. as requested by Darrell and Sandra Rahn.
Present and heard was applicant Darrell Rahn.
July 17, 1990
page 632
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve authorization to issue a license to Darrell
and Sandra Rahn to operate a private kennel at 5001 Wilshire
Blvd.
Motion Carried.
2. Kristen Mann of the Upper Twin Lake Association appeared to
discuss funding for algae treatments in Upper Twin Lake. Also
present and heard were: Joyce Agnes, 5644 Twin Lake Terrace,
and Joe Mann, 5415 Twin Lake Blvd. This item was referred to
staff to bring to the Tri -City Lake Committee for their
consideration and to look at again at budget time.
3. The City Council discussed a personnel merit system and an
Employee Review Board in lieu of Civil Service for the City of
Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT:
AMENDING SECTIONS 2.02 AND 6.02,
SUBDIVISION 3 OF THE CITY CHARTER AND
ADDING SECTIONS TO THE CITY CHARTER
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
August 21, 1990.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to set a public hearing for August 21, 1990.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered a variance request of 5' for a
detached garage which will encroach in the required 25' side
street side yard setback at 4800 Edgewood Avenue North as
requested by Loren Winter. Loren Winter was present and
heard.
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 pursuant to Section 515.55
of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict
application of Section 515.13, Subd. 3 2) ii) to grant a
variance of 5' in the required 25' side street side yard
setback to build a 26' x 26' detached garage at 4800 Edgewood
Avenue North as requested in Application #90-32 of Loren
Winter.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Langsdorf,
Herbes; voting no: Moravec, Irving; absent, not voting:
July 17, 1990
page 633
Joselyn.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to direct staff to review the ordinance and make
recommendations to the Council and if necessary bring to the
Planning Commission and either change the ordinance or leave
the way it is.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:07 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:17 p.m.
5. The City Council considered approval of the preliminary plat
of Roman Addition located at 6922 Dudley Avenue North as
submitted by Duane Roman. Duane Roman was present and heard.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission the preliminary plat of
Roman Addition which is a replat of Lot 3, Auditor's Subd. No.
226, property is located at 6922 Dudley Avenue North as
submitted by Duane Roman.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered authorization to issue a building
permit for a cold storage building at 5257 Hanson Court as
requested by Jerry Womack. Present and heard was Jerry
Womack.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization to issue a building permit for
a 50' x 80' temporary cold storage building located at 5257
Hanson Court subject to standard procedure with the provision
of the dedication of a 10' alley on back lot line.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Langsdorf,
Herbes; voting no: Moravec, Irving; absent, not voting:
Joselyn.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered a housing maintenance code for
licensing of rental housing. Present and heard were: John
Olson, Assistant City Manager; Lee Bennett, 3109 Hampshire;
Pat Goodwin, manager of apartments at 7710 - 36th Avenue
North; William Hunt, 6325 - 52nd Avenue North; Mrs. Virginia
Hunt, 6325 - 52nd Avenue North; Roger Tuomisto, 3009 Kentucky;
Dawn Huett, manager of an apartment complex; Don Meunier, 7624
- 30th Avenue North; Mike Noonan, Hanson Court Apartments;
John Paulson; Gerry Hamann, owner of rental building; Chuck
Nelson, apartment owner.
The Mayor called a recess at 9:40 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:50 p.m.
July 17, 1990
page 634
The City Council continued consideration of a housing
maintenance code for licensing of rental housing. Present and
heard were: Beth Jarvis, Chair of the Environmental Quality
Commission; Diane Christopher, member of the Environmental
Quality Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes that the City Council will have a work session and
directed staff to review the housing maintenance code
documents that have come through the advisory commissions in
preparation of this work session and also prepare a report on
how many other cities have rental fees, homeowner fees, and
the fee amounts.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered a letter from the Association of
Metropolitan Municipalities (AMM) requesting input regarding
an additional staff person and the resultant dues increase.
Present and heard were: Larry Bakken, President of the
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities; Vern Peterson,
Executive Director of the Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities.
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. 90-46
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE
ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITIES (AMM)
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Carlson, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
9. The City Council considered a resolution regarding Authority
Agreement between State of Minnesota Fire Marshal Division and
City of Crystal for fire inspection of hotels. Fire Chief
Kevin McGinty was present and heard.
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. 90-45
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND FIRE CHIEF
TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH
STATE OF MINNESOTA FIRE MARSHAL'S DIVISION FOR
FIRE INSPECTION OF HOTELS WITHIN
LIMITS OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
July 17, 1990
page 635
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Carlson, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
10. The City Council considered an itinerant food establishment
license for Steve Reed dba Palace Inn for the Crystal Frolics
on July 27 through July 29, 1990 at Becker Park with request
for waiver of the fee to sell pizzas.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson to approve this license
contingent on the City Manager seeing that all laws are
approved.
Motion Failed for Lack of a Second.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec that staff approve this item from the Consent Agenda
after further investigation.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered the revised site improvement
agreement for parking lot modifications at Crystal Care Center
located at 3245 Vera Cruz Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to accept the revised site improvement agreement for
parking lot modifications at Crystal Care Center located at
3245 Vera Cruz Avenue North, and further that the Mayor and
City Manager be authorized to sign such agreement.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered accepting site improvements and
release surety for site improvements at Beaver Machine located
at 5241 Hanson Court.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to accept site improvements for Beaver Machine located
at 5241 Hanson Court subject to guaranty provisions of the
agreement effective this date, and that surety in the amount
of $1,950 be released subject to said guarantee as recommended
by the City Engineer.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council considered a resolution regarding Council
Consent Agenda procedure.
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. 90-44
July 17, 1990
page 636
RESOLUTION RELATING TO CITY COUNCIL
PROCEDURES: CONSENT AGENDA
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Carlson, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Joselyn. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
14. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing
participation in the Suburban Rate Authority (SRA) and
entering into a joint powers agreement.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to continue until budget time. Councilmember Langsdorf
abstained from voting.
Motion Carried.
Open Forum
1. Nancy Chander, 6806 - 58th Avenue North, appeared and handed
out a petition with fourteen signatures from her neighborhood
in protest of two dogs being unattended at 6727 Dudley Avenue.
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,
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
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
August 7, 1990
page 637
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on August 7, 1990 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 (arrived at 8:55 p.m.), Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf (arrived at 7:15 p.m.), Joselyn. Absent was: Carlson.
Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar,
City Manager; John Olson, Assistant City Manager; Dave Kennedy,
City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber,
Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Julie Jones,
Redevelopment Coordinator; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor recognized donations from the Crystal Lions Club in the
amount of $1,500 to the Crystal D.A.R.E. Program and in the amount
of $600 to the Crystal Fire Department to be used towards the
purchase of fire equipment.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of July 17, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember Grimes
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of July
17, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Consent
Agenda:
1. Consideration of an itinerant food establishment license for
Annies Candy at the Crystal Frolics for July 27 through July
29, 1990.
2. Consideration of the designation of election judges and
polling locations for the September 11, 1990 Primary Election,
as submitted in a list by the City Clerk.
3. Consideration of a request from Knights of Columbus, 4947 West
Broadway, for a one -day temporary on -sale liquor license to be
used by the Ladies' Auxiliary during their style show to be
held October 23, 1990 and a request for waiver of the fee.
4. Consideration of an application for liquor and beer at Becker
Park for a 75th birthday celebration on August 11, 1990 from
12 to 5 p.m. as requested by Janet Ehrich, 3561 English
Street, Vadnais Heights, Minnesota.
5. Consideration of an application for liquor and beer at Crystal
Community Center for a wedding reception on September 1, 1990
August 7, 1990
page 638
from 6-12 p.m., as requested by Robert G. Gerber, 8400 - 27th
Place North.
6. Consideration of an application for liquor and beer at the
Crystal Community Center for a wedding reception on August 18,
1990 from 12 noon to 12 midnight, as requested by Raymond
Dahl/Krise Dahl, 6914 - 50th Avenue North.
7. Consideration of an application for liquor and beer at Iron
Horse Park for a family and friend gathering on September 8,
1990 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., as requested by Jim Leseman, 5318
Hampshire Avenue North.
8. Consideration of the resignation letter of John Neznik from
the Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission dated
7-17-90.
9. Recognition of Dave Ricker and Dan Drake being named Employee
of the Month for the months of July and August respectively.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council continued consideration of a charitable
gambling license application for 494 Ministry, 10800 Lyndale
Avenue South, at Doyle's Bowling and Lounge, Inc., 5000 West
Broadway from the July 3, 1990 City Council meeting. Stan
Babel, 4618 Parkridge Drive, Eagan, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to deny the charitable gambling license application for
494 Ministry, 10800 Lyndale Avenue South, at Doyle's Bowling
and Lounge, Inc., 5000 West Broadway, based on the police
investigation.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a lawful gambling license
application from Hartinger Foundation, 6101 Dupont Avenue
North, at the Paddock Bar, 5540 Lakeland Avenue North. Joe
Hartinger, 6101 Dupont Avenue North, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to deny a lawful gambling license for Hartinger
Foundation, 6101 Dupont Avenue North, at the Paddock Bar, 5540
Lakeland Avenue North. After further discussion Councilmember
Joselyn withdrew his motion.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to continue until August 21, 1990 the discussion of
a lawful gambling license application from Hartinger
August 7, 1990
page 639
Foundation, 6101 Dupont Avenue North, at the Paddock Bar, 5540
Lakeland Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered a grading permit application and
easement acquisition approval for property at 6427 - 41st
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. 90-46A
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS
AND ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY
By roll call and voting aye: Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Carlson, Moravec.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to continue discussion of a grading permit for
property at 6427 - 41st Avenue North when the owner submits a
more detailed plan for grading to be done on the property.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:02 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:14 p.m.
4. Mr. Dan Pearson appeared before the City Council requesting
reconsideration of rezoning of property at 6048 and 6058
Lakeland Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to reconsider rezoning of property at 6048 and 6058
Lakeland Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
Those appearing and heard were: applicants Dan and Debbie
Pearson; Elwyn Krattenmaker, 6057 Florida Avenue North; Jack
Durant, 5649 Maryland Avenue North; Ken Holker, Dan Pearson's
attorney.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION OF
CERTAIN LANDS
August 7, 1990
page 640
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
August 21, 1990.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered a variance request to the sign
ordinance for Becker Park Shelter, 6225 - 56th Avenue North,
as submitted by Ed Brandeen, Park and Recreation Director.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve variance to the sign ordinance for Becker
Park Shelter, 6225 - 56th Avenue North to allow a sign made of
combustible material, with waiver of the variance fee.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:50 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:59 p.m. Councilmember Moravec arrived at 8:55 p.m.
6. The City Council considered a bingo hall license application
for Knights of Columbus Hall, 4947 West Broadway.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve a bingo hall license application for Knights
of Columbus Hall, 4947 West Broadway.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered a Subrecipient Agreement with
Hennepin County for administration of Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Programs.
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. 90-47
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT
WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY FOR CDBG YEAR XVI
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn, Herbes; absent, not voting: Carlson.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
8. The City Council considered Second Reading of an Ordinance to
vacate drainage and utility easement at 5200 Douglas Drive.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-16
AN ORDINANCE VACATING A
CERTAIN DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT
August 7, 1990
page 641
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered a feasibility study for a
municipal golf course and a Nature Interpretative Center.
Those appearing and heard were: Bill Gentry, Park &
Recreation Advisory Commission; Liz Reid, Park & Recreation
Advisory Commission; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director.
It was the consensus of the Council to delay action until
budget discussions are held.
10. The City Council considered a resolution approving use of
State Aid street funds for off -system improvements on Medicine
Lake Road.
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. 90-48
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING USE OF OFF -SYSTEM
STATE AID STREET FUNDS FOR MEDICINE LAKE ROAD PROJECT
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn, Herbes; absent, not voting: Carlson.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
11. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
Amending the Lawful Gambling Ordinance to Conform with State
Law.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING;
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE BY ADDING A SECTION:
REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTION 1100.19
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
August 21, 1990.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council reviewed the community survey questions.
Staff was directed to have the consultant attend the August
211, 1990 City Council meeting to address concerns of the
Council.
13. The City Council discussed a date for a work session to
discuss rental licensing code and various other items.
August 7, 1990
page 642
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to set 7 p.m. on August 28, 1990, as the date and time
for a City Council Work Session to discuss rental licensing
code and various other items.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council discussed the improvement proposals within
Memory Lane Pond Watershed.
15. The City Council considered a request from The Paddock Bar &
Lounge, 5540 Lakeland Avenue North, to have a beer bust and
corn feed in the parking lot on August 18, 1990 from noon to 3
p.m.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the request from Steve Hardinger of The
Paddock Bar & Lounge, 5540 Lakeland Avenue North, to have a
beer bust and corn feed in the parking lot on August 18, 1990
from noon to 3 p.m., extending limits, relating to the on -sale
liquor license of The Paddock Bar & Lounge, of the licensed
premises to include the parking lot for one day on August 18,
1990.
Motion Carried.
16. The City Council considered a request from the Commander of
the VFW Post 494, 5222 - 56th Avenue North, to have an annual
corn feed on Sunday, August 12, 1990 from noon to 5 p.m.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve the request from VFW Post 494, 5222 - 56th
Avenue North, to hold an annual corn feed on Sunday, August
12, 1990 from noon to 5 p.m., extending limits, relating to
the on -sale liquor license of VFW Post 494, of the licensed
premises to include the parking lot at the VFW Post 494 for
one day on August 12, 1990.
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 itinerant food establishment licenses for Paddock
Bar and Lounge, 5540 Lakeland Avenue North, on August 18, 1990
and V.F.W. Post #494, 5222 - 56th Avenue North, on August 12,
1990, 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.
August 7, 1990
page 643
Meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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August 21, 1990
page 644
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on August 21, 1990 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, Joselyn.
Absent was: Langsdorf . Also in attendance were the following
staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John Olson, Assistant
City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; 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 $2,500 donation to the City of Crystal
from Ray Jordan & Sons, Inc., 1985 - 105th Avenue N.E.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of August 7, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Irving
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
August 7, 1990.
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 recommendation from the Crystal City Charter
Commission for an amendment to the Crystal City Charter
relating to the Civil Service Commission. The Mayor asked
those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions
concerning this matter. The Mayor advised that an unanimous
vote of the entire Council was required to act on this item.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to continue the public hearing to consider a
recommendation from the Crystal City Charter Commission for an
amendment to the Crystal City Charter relating to the Civil
Service Commission to the September 4, 1990 City Council
meeting.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. Mr. Arie Mann, 4208 Brunswick Avenue North, appeared before
the City Council to discuss parking on commercial property
located at 6024, 6028, 6032 and 6036 - 42nd Avenue North.
August 21, 1990
page 645
Others appearing and heard were: Ross Taormina of the
Plumbery and Bruce Johnson, 4204 Brunswick Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to declare a moratorium for 2 weeks to allow staff and
the Council to look at the site.
Motion Carried.
2. Mr. Bill Morris of Decision Resources, Inc. appeared before
the City Council to discuss the Community Survey.
3. The City Council considered Hennepin Recycling Group Rules and
Policies.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve Hennepin Recycling Group Curbside Collection
Service Rules and Policies as submitted by the Hennepin
Recycling Group.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered the First Reading of an amendment
to the City garbage ordinance addressing backyard composting
requirements.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PUBLIC HEALTH: COMPOSTING:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 605.01:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 605
BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
September 4, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:15 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:25 p.m.
5. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing
Negotiation Agreement with Paster Enterprises.
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. 90-49
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT
WITH PASTER ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED
August 21, 1990
page 646
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6. The City Council considered approval of final plat of Roman
Addition, located at 6922 Dudley Avenue North as submitted by
Duane Roman.
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. 90-50
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLAT
ROMAN ADDITION
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
7. The City Council considered issuance of a building permit to
build an airplane hangar on Lot 74B, Crystal Airport, as
requested by Dean R. Johnson.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the authorization to issue a building permit
for a 40' x 168' airplane hangar on Lot 74B, Crystal Airport,
subject to standard procedure, as recommended by the Planning
Commission.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance
rezoning property, a conditional use permit to allow auto
sales in a B-3 zoning, and site improvement agreement for 6048
and 6058 Lakeland Avenue North. Daniel Pearson, applicant,
appeared and was heard.
A. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-17
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: CHANGING THE
USE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve conditional use permit to allow auto sales
in a B-3 District (Section 515.35, Subd. g) not to include
future parking and future showroom as noted on the site plan,
August 21, 1990
page 647
at 6048-6058 Lakeland Avenue North, as requested by Daniel
Pearson.
Motion Carried.
C. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve site improvement agreement to include rock
drain field for 6048 and 6058 Lakeland Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 9:00 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:07 p.m.
9. The City Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance
to vacate a portion of the drainage and utility easement at
6605 - 45th Place North as requested by Joel Norling.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF
A CERTAIN DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
September 4, 1990.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered a Charitable Gambling license for
Minnesota Therapeutic Camp, Inc. at Nicklow's, 3516 Lilac
Drive North.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve a Charitable Gambling license for Minnesota
Therapeutic Camp, Inc. at Nicklow's, 3516 Lilac Drive North.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered a solicitor's permit for Clean
Water Action, 326 Hennepin Avenue E., Minneapolis, to solicit
in Crystal from August 22 through September 30, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to table consideration of a solicitor's permit for
Clean Water Action until outstanding warrants on the applicant
as determined by the police investigation are paid.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered the extension of the transient
merchant license of Jones R. Losen, 613 N.E. 3rd, Little
Falls, Minnesota, to sell sweet corn at Jack's Superette, 7200
Bass Lake Road, to include August 23, 24, 25, 26, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve authorization to extend the transient
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August 21, 1990
page 648
merchant license of Jones R. Losen, 613 N.E. 3rd, Little
Falls, Minnesota, to sell sweet corn at Jack's Superette, 7200
Bass Lake Road, to include August 23, 24, 25, 26, 1990.
Motion Carried.
Councilmembers advised staff that Mr. Losen is in violation of the
sign ordinance and gave direction to correct the violation.
13. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an amendment
to the lawful gambling ordinance to conform with State law.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to postpone the Second Reading of an amendment to the
lawful gambling ordinance until the September 4, 1990 City
Council meeting to allow the City Attorney time to review
concerns of the Council.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council considered the acceptance of site
improvements and release of surety for U.S. West expansion at
4700 Welcome Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to accept site improvements for U.S. West expansion at
4700 Welcome Avenue North, subject to guaranty provisions of
the agreement, effective this date, and that surety in the
amount of $1,350 be released, subject to said guarantee, as
recommended by the City Engineer.
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council considered a Resolution Adopting Proposed
Budget and Levying Proposed Taxes for Certification to the
County Auditor and to set a public hearing for the proposed
1991 City of Crystal Budget.
A. 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. 90-51
RESOLUTION ADOPTING PROPOSED BUDGET AND LEVYING
PROPOSED TAXES FOR CERTIFICATION TO THE
COUNTY AUDITOR
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
B. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter
may be heard, December 10, 1990 as the date and time for a
public hearing to consider the proposed 1991 City of Crystal
Budget and to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the
August 21, 1990
page 649
matter may be heard, December 18, 1990 as a continuation date
of the Public Hearing if addition time is required.
Motion Carried.
16. The City Council considered a Resolution Amending the 1990
Adopted City of Crystal Budget due to state aid reductions.
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. 90-52
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1990 GENERAL FUND BUDGET
DUE TO REDUCTION OF STATE AID
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
17. The City Council considered the allocation of funds from the
Contingency Reserve for storm damage to City owned trees.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the allocation of $3,107 from the
Contingency Reserve Fund to cover the cost of damage to City
trees caused by the June 21 and July 8, 1990 storms.
Motion Carried.
18. The City Council considered the labor agreement contract
between the City of Crystal and Law Enforcement Labor
Services, Inc., Local #44.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve labor agreement contract between the City
of Crystal and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc., Local
#44, effective January 1, 1990 through December 31, 1990, and
further, that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to sign
such agreement.
Motion Carried.
19. The City Council discussed the League of Minnesota Cities'
regional meeting to be held Wednesday, September 12, 1990 at
Oak Glen Country Club, 1599 McKusick Road, Stillwater.
20. The City Council considered a resolution relating to City
participation in a Narcotics Control Program.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
August 21, 1990
page 650
RESOLUTION NO. 90-53
RESOLUTION RELATING TO CITY PARTICIPATION
IN NARCOTICS CONTROL PROGRAM
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn 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 Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
Work Session - August 28, 1990
page 651
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 August 28, 1990 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
(arrived at 7:28 p.m.). Absent: Joselyn. Also in attendance were
the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John
Olson, Assistant City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William
Monk, Public Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector;
Darlene George, City Clerk; Tom Heenan, Supervising Sanitarian.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The City Council discussed the following items:
A Housing Maintenance Code for the City of Crystal
State Aid Street System
Travel Guidelines for City Employees and Elected Officials
"Use of Personal Auto" Expenses for the 1990 City of Crystal
Budget
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
September 4, 1990
page 652
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on September 4, 1990 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, Joselyn.
Absent was: Langsdorf. Also in attendance were the following
staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John Olson, Assistant
City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public
Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George,
City Clerk; Tom Heenan, Supervising Sanitarian; Nancy Gohman,
Assistant Manager.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
Brigadier General Eugene Andreotti, Minnesota Adjutant General,
appeared before the City Council to present a Certificate of
Appreciation from the National Committee for Employer Support of
the Guard and Reserve to the City of Crystal. Tom Heenan,
Supervising Sanitarian, and Mark Gaulke of the Water and Sewer
Department, both being members of the Guard and Reserve, accepted
the certificates for their respective supervisors.
The Mayor acknowledged a donation to the City of Crystal from the
Knights of Columbus, 4947 West Broadway, in the amount of $2,000.
The Mayor proclaimed the week of September 23 through 29, 1990 as
"Toastmasters' Week" in the City of Crystal.
The Mayor proclaimed the week of September 14 through 21, 1990 as
"National Ballroom Dance Week" in the City of Crystal.
The Mayor proclaimed the week of September 17 through 23, 1990 as
"Constitution Week" in the City of Crystal.
The Mayor proclaimed September 13, 1990 as National Drug Abuse
Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Day in the City of Crystal.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of August 21, 1990 and the Special Work Session of August
28, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Grimes
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
August 21, 1990 and the Special Work Session of August 28, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Consent
Agenda:
September 4, 1990
page 653
1. Set 7:00 p.m., October 2, 1990, as the date and time for a
public assessment hearing for the 1990 Sealcoat Program 90-1;
Sidewalk Repair 90-3; Diseased Tree Removal; Debris Removal;
Weed Cutting; Delinquent Sewer and Water Bills.
2. Acceptance of a letter of resignation from James Allison of
the Human Relations Commission dated 8-26-90 and a request
from the Human Relations Commission to remove Bonnie Toenies
from the Commission due to unexcused absences and to replace
one of these openings with a student member.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson 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 for a public hearing at which time the City Council
will consider an ordinance vacating a portion of an utility
and drainage easement on Lot 3, Block 1, Froehlich Addition.
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
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-18
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:
1. The City Council considered the parking situation at 6024-36
42nd Avenue North. Those appearing and heard were: Arie
Mann, owner of the property; Brian Anderson, Total Register
Systems; Mr. Ross, Ross Plumbing; Unidentified female employee
of Ross Plumbing.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to accept the Public Works Director's recommendations
as follows, to take effect upon notification to the owner of
the property:
1) Provide the west side of Brunswick Avenue North between
42nd and 43rd Avenues for parking of business owners and
September 4, 1990
page 654
employees. This can be accomplished by establishing a
policy restricting parking in this area to individuals
with a validated permit between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday
through Saturday. Enforcement of such a policy would
keep students from parking in this area while allowing
area residents to use the parking every evening and
Sundays. Twelve permits would be issued to the impacted
businesses.
2) Maximize the parking along 42nd Avenue for customers by
requesting MTC relocate the bus stop presently located at
the corner of 42nd and Brunswick Avenues.
3) Prohibit parking in the front yard area along 42nd
Avenue.
4) Designate the boulevard area adjacent to the building
along Brunswick Avenue as a loading/delivery zone.
5) Install time restriction signs along the inset parking
east of Brunswick along westbound 42nd Avenue.
Motion Carried.
2. Mr. Bill Morris of Decision Resources, Inc. appeared before
the City Council to discuss the community survey. The Council
gave direction to proceed with the survey as discussed.
3. The City Council considered curb opening permits for a
proposed bank building at 7009 - 56th Avenue North (building
being located in New Hope; two access points on Louisiana
Avenue which is a Crystal street). Jerry Choromanski,
proponent of the bank building, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes to continue to the September 18,
1990 City Council meeting to allow time for notification to
residents in the area.
Motion Failed for Lack of a Second.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to set 7 p.m. on September 13, 1990 as the date and
time for a public informational meeting at which time
residents in the area of the proposed bank building may voice
their opinions regarding the two proposed access points on
Louisiana Avenue.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance
amending the Lawful Gambling Ordinance to conform with state
law. Those appearing and heard were John Westphal, Jane Elsen
and George Haasken, all representing the Knights of Columbus
Charitable Gambling Organization.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to continue discussion to the September 18, 1990 City
September 4, 1990
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Council meeting and direct staff to contact the State Gaming
Division regarding procedure of approval of Charitable
Gambling premises permits.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 9:13 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:20 p.m.
5. The City Council considered a recommendation from the Human
Relations Commission that the City Council send a letter to
School District 281 regarding the recent vandalism and
desecration problems at Adath Chesel Shel Emes Cemetery, 37th
& Winnetka Avenues North.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to direct the Human Relations Commission to send a
letter to School District 281 regarding the recent vandalism
and desecration problems at Adath Chesel Shel Emes Cemetery,
37th and Winnetka Avenues North, as recommended by the
Commission.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered Site Improvement Agreement for
Walgreen's at 6918 - 56th Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve Site Improvement Agreement as part of a
condition of building permit issuance for Walgreen's at 6918 -
56th Avenue North, and further, to authorize the Mayor and
City Manager to sign such agreement.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council discussed a feasibility study for drainage
improvements at 6321 and 6407 - 46th Place. No action was
taken.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an ordinance
amending the City Garbage Ordinance addressing backyard
composting requirements.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-19
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PUBLIC HEALTH:
COMPOSTING: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTION 605.01: AMENDING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE SECTION 605 BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
September 4, 1990
page 656
9. The City Council considered approval of the Pets Under Police
Security (PUPS) seven -city animal impound facility.
A. 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. 90-54
RESOLUTION RELATING TO ANIMAL
CONTROL: AUTHORIZING MEMBERSHIP
OF THE CITY IN PETS UNDER POLICE SECURITY (PUPS)
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
B. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to appoint the City Manager as a representative on the
PUPS Board and Councilmember Carlson as the alternate
representative.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council discussed a resolution that was adopted by
the Crystal Police Relief Association relating to the
retirement benefits of and member contributions to the Crystal
Police Relief Association.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to deny the resolution relating to the retirement
benefits of and member contributions to the Crystal Police
Relief Association; restating the Board's determination of the
maximum rate of monthly salary of a first grade patrol
officer, adopted by the Crystal Police Relief Association on
July 26, 1990.
Motion Carried.
11. Consideration of a resolution and an interim ordinance
relating to a moratorium on development at 36th Avenue and
Highway 100.
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:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-55
RESOLUTION PLACING A MORATORIUM ON DEVELOPMENT
WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 2
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
September 4, 1990
page 657
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN INTERIM ORDINANCE 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
September 18, 1990.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered the designation of voting and
alternate voting delegates for the National League of Cities
Annual Congress of Cities in Houston, Texas, December 1-5,
1990; and discussion regarding policy proposals and
resolutions for consideration at the Congress of Cities
Conference.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to designate Mayor Herbes as the voting delegate and
Councilmember Carlson as the alternate voting delegate for the
National League of Cities Annual Congress of Cities Conference
in Houston, Texas, on December 1-5, 1990.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council discussed setting meetings for the 1991 City
of Crystal Budget discussions.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to set 7:00 p.m. on October 23, 1990 and 7:00 p.m. on
October 30, 1990 to discuss the 1991 City of Crystal Budget.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes 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
Joselyn to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
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ATTEST:
City Clerk
September 4, 1990
page 658
Mayor
September 13, 1990
page 659
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 September 13, 1990, at 7:00 p.m.,
at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were
present: Carlson, Moravec (arrived at 7:02 p.m.), Irving, Grimes,
Herbes, Langsdorf (arrived at 7:12 p.m.). Absent was: Joseyln.
Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar,
City Manager; Bill Monk, Public Works Director; Darlene George,
City Clerk.
The City Council continued consideration of curb opening permits
for a proposed bank building at 7009- 56th Avenue North (building
being located in New Hope; two access points on Louisiana Avenue
which is a Crystal street). Those appearing and heard were:
Jerry Choromanski, proponent
Patty and Kevin Long, 5336 Louisiana Ave. N.
Craig Kraft, 5513 Louisiana Ave. N.
Estella Filkins, 5342 Louisiana Ave. N.
Ann Evasku, 5507 Louisiana Ave. N.
Jane and Gene Commers, 5518 Louisiana Ave. N.
Reinold Ramm, 5425 Louisiana Ave. N.
Mark Prince, 5407 Louisiana Ave. N.
Eileen and Mike Doherty, 5337 Kentucky Ave. N.
James Mourning, Maryland Avenue (did not state complete
address)
Stan Tvedt, 5437 Louisiana Ave. N.
Barbara Commers, 5506 Louisiana Ave. N.
Concerns noted were safety of children, noise, increased traffic.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve curb opening permits for the proposed bank
building at 7009 - 56th Avenue North with conditions set forth by
the Public Works Director and contingent upon the City of New Hope
rezoning the property as follows:
1. Two curb cuts, one at the north and one at the south end of
the site.
2. Curb cuts permitted exclusively for use as part of the bank
proposal as detailed on site plan dated 6-28-90.
3. Improvements to be constructed with the curb cut include
concrete curb installation along the entire Louisiana Avenue
frontage. Further, the owner shall commit to remove said curb
cut upon the discontinuance of the bank use.
4. Establishment of no parking zones along the commercial
frontage on Louisiana Avenue in both Crystal and New Hope.
September 13, 1990
page 660
Moved by Councilmember Grimes to amend the motion to include one
single full access curb cut to be located in the center of the site
in lieu of two curb cuts. Councilmembers Moravec and Langsdorf
accepted the amendment.
On the main motion: Voting Aye: Carlson, Moravec, Grimes,
Langsdorf; voting no: Irving, Herbes; absent not voting: Joselyn.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
Mayor
September 18, 1990
page 661
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on September 18, 1990 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 (arrived at 8:43 p.m.), Grimes,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following
staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John Olson, Assistant
City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; 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 September 4, 1990 and the Special City Council meeting
of September 13, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Joselyn
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
September 4, 1990 and the Special City Council meeting of September
13, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered an application for appointment to
the Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission from
Phillip L. Eder, 5630 Lakeland Avenue North, a Crystal
business owner. Phillip Eder appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to appoint Phillip L. Eder, 5630 Lakeland Avenue North,
to the Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission for
an unexpired term expiring December 31, 1991.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered an itinerant food license
application for "Meeting the Candidates", at Bassett Creek
Park, on Saturday, September 15, 1990, sponsored by the
Volunteers for Vi Underdahl for State Representative 46A as
requested by Barbara Lind, 4109 Kentucky Circle.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve an itinerant food license for "Meeting the
Candidates", at Bassett Creek Park, on Saturday, September 15,
1990, as requested by Barbara Lind, 4109 Kentucky Circle.
Motion Carried.
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September 18, 1990
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3. The City Council considered a request from VFW Post #494 to
hold a brat and sauerkraut feed with beer in its parking lot
at 5222 - 56th Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve a request from VFW Post #494 to hold a brat
and sauerkraut feed, extending limits relating to the on -sale
license of the VFW Post #494, of the licensed premises to
include the parking lot of VFW Post #494, 5222 - 56th Avenue
North, for one day on September 30, 1990.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered a request for a building permit
for a 40' x 50' airplane hangar on leased Lot 78C-1, Crystal
Airport, as requested by Patrick Scharber.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve a building permit for a 40' x 50'
airplane hangar on leased Lot 78C-1, Crystal airport, as
requested by Patrick Scharber, subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered a request from the Knights of
Columbus for a parking variance of 54 spaces to build an
addition at 4947 West Broadway. Don Churilla, Knights of
Columbus, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve 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 515.09, Subd. 8 v) to grant
a variance of 54 off-street parking spaces of the required 415
parking spaces at Knights of Columbus, 4947 West Broadway, as
requested in Application #90-35.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered a resolution for parking
restrictions in the area of 42nd and Brunswick Avenues.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-56
RESOLUTION RESTRICTING PARKING IN
THE AREA OF 42ND AND BRUNSWICK AVENUES
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes,
Joselyn, Langsdorf, and Moravec; absent, not voting: Irving.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
September 18, 1990
page 663
7. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
restricting development on 36th Avenue and Highway 100.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-20
CITY OF CRYSTAL
INTERIM ORDINANCE 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 this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Amending the Lawful Gambling Ordinance to Conform With State
Law.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-21
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE BY ADDING A SECTION:
REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTION 1100.19
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment relating to the State Building Code.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 400.02,
SUBDIVISION 2, CLAUSE A): SUBSECTION 115.01 AND
SUBSECTION 100.07
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
October 2, 1990.
Motion Carried.
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10. The City Council considered a contract renewal with
Metropolitan Clinic of Counseling - Employee Assistance
Program - 9-1-90 through 8-31-91.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve contract renewal with Metropolitan Clinic
of Counseling - Employee Assistance Program - 9-1-90 through
8-31-91, and further, that the Mayor and City Manager be
authorized to sign such agreement.
Motion Carried.
11. Michael Erlichman, Chairman of the Regional Transit Board,
appeared before the City Council to discuss Light Rail
Transit.
Councilmember Irving arrived (8:43 p.m.).
OPEN FORUM
1. Nathan Sherry, 5301 Edgewood Avenue North, appeared to discuss
property at 5231 Douglas Drive, which he recently purchased.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Councilmember Joselyn opened discussion regarding the front of
property at 6427 - 41st Avenue North. The City Council
directed staff to proceed with legal action to correct
problems (exposed gas pipe, hazardous embankment) in front of
property.
2. Councilmember Joselyn opened discussion regarding a letter
received by the Council from the law firm of Holmes and Graven
regarding prosecution services for the City of Crystal. The
City Council directed staff to proceed with Request for
Proposals for prosecution services for the City of Crystal.
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 Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
September 18, 1990
page 665
City Clerk
October 2, 1990
page 666
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on October 2, 1990 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:
John Olson, Assistant City Manager; Jim Thomson, City Attorney's
Office; 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 October 21 through October 27, 1990 as
National Business Women's Week in the City of Crystal.
The Mayor proclaimed October 20, 1990 as Crystal Human Rights Day
in the City of Crystal.
The Mayor proclaimed November 5 through November 9, 1990 as Voice
of Democracy Week in the City of Crystal.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of September 18, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember Irving
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
September 18, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Consent
Agenda:
1. Consideration of the resignation of Mary Krogstad from the
Park and Recreation Advisory Commission effective September 6,
1990.
2. Consideration of the resignation of Ryan Schroeder from the
Environmental Quality Commission effective September 20, 1990.
3. Consideration of the designation of election judges and
polling locations for the November 6, 1990 General Election,
as submitted in a list by the City Clerk.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Public Hearings:
October 2, 1990
page 667
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 for
continuation of a Public Hearing from the August 21, 1990 City
Council Meeting to consider a recommendation from the Crystal
City Charter Commission for an amendment to the Crystal City
Charter relating to the Civil Service Commission. 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
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-22
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT:
AMENDING SECTIONS 2.02 AND 6.02, SUBDIVISION 3
OF THE CITY CHARTER AND ADDING SECTIONS
TO THE CITY CHARTER
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn.
Motion Carried.
2. It being 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, Mayor Herbes declared that this is the date and time as
advertised for a Public Hearing at which time the City Council
will consider Assessments for: 1990 Sealcoat Program, Project
#90-1, B. 1990 Sidewalk Program, Project #90-3, C. 1990
Diseased Tree Removal, Weed Cutting, and Debris Removal, D.
1990 Delinquent Sewer, Water, Recycling and Street Lighting
Charges. The Mayor asked those present to voice their
opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those
present and heard were:
A. 1990 Sealcoat Program, Project 490-1:
Norton Glass, 6612 - 46th Place North;
Gordon Solly, 3862 Idaho Avenue North;
Mr. Newman, 6535 - 44th Avenue North;
Linda Museus, 3926 Idaho Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
A. 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. 90-57
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR
October 2, 1990
page 668
THE 1990 SEALCOAT PROGRAM,
PROJECT NO. 90-1.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
B. 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. 90-58
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR
THE 1990 SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM,
PROJECT NO. 90-3.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
C. 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. 90-59
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT
FOR THE 1990 DISEASED TREE REMOVAL,
WEED CUTTING AND DEBRIS REMOVAL.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
D. 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. 90-60
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT
FOR DELINQUENT SEWER, WATER,
STREET LIGHT AND RECYCLING CHARGES
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. Linda Museus of the Human Relations Commission of the City of
Crystal appeared before the City Council to recommend Donn
October 2, 1990
page 669
McCoy, 3455 Georgia Avenue North, as the recipient of the 1990
Human Rights Award.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to accept the recommendation of the Human Relations
Commission to present the Human Rights Award for 1990 to Donn
McCoy, 3455 Georgia Avenue North, and direct the City Manager
to order a plaque to be presented to Mr. McCoy on October 20,
1990.
Motion Carried.
2. Mr. Tom Church, Attorney for the Hartinger Foundation,
appeared before the Crystal City Council to discuss the
charitable gambling license application for the Hartinger
Foundation. Appearing and heard was Joe Hartinger, 6101
Dupont Avenue North.
The consensus of the Council was to continue discussion of the
charitable gambling license application for the Hartinger
Foundation to the October 16, 1990 City Council meeting to
await a report from the State Gaming Division as indicated in
the memo from the Police Chief dated 10-2-90.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:17 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:27 p.m.
3. The City Council considered a resolution regarding the rules
of criminal procedure. Those appearing were Peter McMillan
and Frank Rondoni of the prosecuting law firm for the City of
Crystal.
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. 90-66
RESOLUTION TO RECOMMEND TO THE SUPREME COURT ADVISORY
COMMITTEE ON THE RULES OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
TO RESCIND THE AMENDMENTS TO MINNESOTA RULES OF
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE 8.04 AND 11.07
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
4. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing
condemnation proceedings relating to property at 5231 Douglas
Drive. Those appearing and heard were Nathan Sherry, owner of
the property, and Howard Triggs, Realtor for Nathan Sherry.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
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RESOLUTION NO. 90-67
RESOLUTION ORDERING THE ABATEMENT OF A
HAZARDOUS BUILDING LOCATED AT
5231 DOUGLAS DRIVE IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson, Herbes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5. The City Council considered a Third Party Agreement with the
Greater Minneapolis Day Care Association to administer the
Community Development Block Grant Day Care Program.
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. 90-61
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COMMUNITY.DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT THIRD PARTY AGREEMENT WITH THE
GREATER MINNEAPOLIS DAY CARE ASSOCIATION
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
6. The City Council considered a Third Party Agreement with the
Crystal Economic Development Authority to administer the
Community Development Block Grant Scattered Site Acquisition
Program.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-62
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT THIRD PARTY AGREEMENT WITH THE
CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
7. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing an
administrative contract regarding the Neighborhood
Preservation Loan Program.
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 2, 1990
page 671
RESOLUTION NO. 90-63
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A NEIGHBORHOOD
PRESERVATION HOME IMPROVEMENT
LOAN PROGRAM CONTRACT
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
8. The City Council considered the installation of a concrete
slab at Becker Park, to be funded by a $3000 donation from the
Crystal Lions Club.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to refer this item to the Park and Recreation Advisory
Commission for its consideration.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
adopting the 1990 State Building Code.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-23
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 400.02,
SUBDIVISION 2, SUBSECTION 115.01 AND SUBSECTION 100.07
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered a resolution ordering abatement of
hazardous conditions existing at 6427 - 41st Avenue North in
the City of Crystal.
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. 90-64
CITY OF CRYSTAL
RESOLUTION ORDERING THE ABATEMENT OF
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS EXISTING AT
6427 - 41ST AVENUE NORTH IN
THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
October 2, 1990
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11. 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. 90-65
RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING FUNDS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
12. The City Council considered a charitable gambling license
application for Crystal Lions Club at Doyle's Bowl and Lounge,
5000 West Broadway.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to continue to the October 16, 1990 City Council
meeting and direct staff to obtain state guidelines regarding
organizations conducting charitable gambling in more than one
location and if there are rules governing the proximity of one
to the other.
Motion Carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Assistant City Manager called attention to a memo from the
Finance Department changing starting time for the October 23
and October 30, 1990 Budget Work Sessions and asked the
Council if they wished to act on the suggested time change.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to change the commencement time for the 1991 Budget
Work Sessions of October 23 and October 30, 1990 from 7 p.m.
to 6:30 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 9:30 p.m.
October 2, 1990
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ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
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October 16, 1990
page 674
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on October 16, 1990 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 7:03 p.m.), Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Also in attendance were the following
staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John Olson, Assistant
City Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public
Works Director; Bill Barber, Building Inspector; Darlene George,
City Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director; 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 Mayor proclaimed October 21 through October 27, 1990 as
Domestic Violence Awareness Week in the City of Crystal.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of October 2, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of October 2, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the application for appointment to
the Human Relations Commission as submitted by Jacquelyn
Gustafson, 3010 Sumter Avenue North, for an unexpired term
expiring December 31, 1992.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to appoint Jacquelyn Gustafson, 3010 Sumter Avenue
North, to the Human Relations Commission for an unexpired term
expiring December 31, 1992.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered 3 -year audit firm proposals.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to appoint Boeckermann, Heinen & Mayer as the firm to
perform the audit of the City of Crystal books for calendar
year 1990 and 2 subsequent years.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council continued consideration of the Charitable
Gambling License application for Crystal Lions Club at Doyle's
October 16, 1990
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Bowl & Lounge, 5000 West Broadway, from the October 2, 1990
City Council Meeting.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the Charitable Gambling License
application for Crystal Lions Club at Doyle's Bowl & Lounge,
5000 West Broadway.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered approval of preliminary plat of
Atlantic Addition which is a replat of Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal
Securities Second Addition, property located at 5160 West
Broadway; proposed rezoning of property from B-3 (Auto
Oriented Commercial) District to I-2 (Heavy Industrial)
District, property address to become 5150 West Broadway,
legally described as proposed Lot 2, Block 1, Atlantic
Addition; and building permit for mini -storage buildings
located at proposed address 5150 West Broadway. Curtis
Hubbard, proponent, appeared and was heard.
A. 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 preliminary plat of
Atlantic Addition which is a replat of Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal
Securities Second Addition, property located at 5160 West
Broadway as submitted by Wash Me #9 Limited Partnership.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: CHANGING THE
USE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that the second and final reading be held upon
satisfaction of staff with plan modifications regarding
parking and office, and final resolution of site improvements.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:15 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:24 p.m.
5. The City Council considered award of bids for the furnishing
and installation of apparatus and equipment at North Bass
Lake, Skyway and North Lions parks.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
October 16, 1990
page 676
RESOLUTION NO. 90-68
RESOLUTION AWARDING THE BID TO VIKING FENCE
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
6. The City Council considered a building permit to build a
401x40' airplane hangar at Lot 78-C, Crystal Airport as
requested by Al Paulson.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
authorization to issue a building permit for a 401x40'
airplane hangar located at Lot 78-C, Crystal Airport, subject
to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered a resolution approving Phase 2C1
of Corps of Engineers Flood Control Project involving Markwood
Channel, 36th Avenue conduit and Edgewood embankment and
authorize acquisition of easement.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-69
RESOLUTION APPROVING PHASE 2C1 OF CORPS OF
ENGINEERS FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT INVOLVING MARKWOOD CHANNEL,
36TH AVENUE CONDUIT AND EDGEWOOD EMBANKMENT
AND AUTHORIZE ACQUISITION OF EASEMENT
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
8. The City Council considered stop sign approval on Quebec
Avenue at 58th Avenue.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve installation of a stop sign to be installed
on Quebec Avenue at 58th Avenue.
Motion Carried.
Councilmember Irving was absent from the room during action on
this item.
9. The City Council reviewed a work proposal at 6321 and 6407 -
46th Place to correct drainage.
October 16, 1990
page 677
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to deny the request for City involvement in the
construction of backyard sump/rock drain manholes to guard
against flooding at 6321 and 6407 - 46th Place.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes,
Langsdorf, Joselyn; voting no: Carlson, Herbes.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered a four -city bus system. No action
was taken.
11. The City Council considered a Council Work Session to discuss
PIR/Capital Expenditures.
The City Council set 7:00 p.m. on November 14, 1990 as the
date and time for a Council Work Session to discuss
PIR/Capital Expenditures.
12. The City Council considered the 1990 Union Contract between
Police Managers and the City of Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve the 1990 Union Contract between Police
Managers and the City of Crystal.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council discussed an article in the Post News
regarding the Police Department.
The City Manager called attention to information provided in
the packet this evening. Councilmembers indicated they had
not had time to read it thoroughly, but that it seemed to
answer many of the questions raised.
14. The City Council discussed the licensing of businesses in the
City of Crystal. The Mayor directed staff to explore the
possibility of licensing all businesses in the City of
Crystal.
15. The City Council considered a resolution acknowledging Red
Ribbon Campaign Week in Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-70
RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING RED RIBBON
CAMPAIGN WEEK IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
October 16, 1990
page 678
OPEN FORUM
1. Mr. Darrell Anderson, 4342 Adair Avenue North, and friend from
the neighborhood, appeared before the City Council to discuss
traffic control on Adair Avenue between 42nd and 46th Avenues.
The Council directed staff to study the area and come back to
the Council with a recommendation.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. City Manager reported that the Police Department still has had
no word from the State Gambling Board regarding the Charitable
Gambling license application for the Hartinger Foundation as
indicated in a memo from the Police Chief included in
tonight's packet.
2. The City Council considered a resolution honoring John Olson,
Assistant City Manager, as presented by Councilmember Moravec.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-71
RESOLUTION HONORING JOHN A. OLSON,
ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
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 Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:08 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
October lG, 1990
page 679
/
City Clerk
October 23, 1990
page 680
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 23, 1990, at 6:30 P.M., at
4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were
present: Carlson, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf (arrived at
7:05 p.m.), Joselyn; absent was Moravec. Also in attendance were
the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; William
Monk, Public Works Director; Miles Johnson, Finance Director;
Jessie Hart, Assistant to the Finance Director; Darlene George,
City Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director; Gene Hackett,
Assistant Park & Recreation Director; James Mossey, Police Chief.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The City Council discussed the proposed 1991 Budget.
The City Manager, Finance Director and Assistant Finance Director
gave an overview of the proposed 1991 Budget including revenues.
The following departmental budgets were discussed: Police, Civil
Defense, City Hall, Engineering, Street, Water, Sewer, Recreation,
Community Center, Parks, Swimming pool, Water Slide and Tree
Disease/Weed Control.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
,/Mayor
October 30, 1990
page 681
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 30, 1990, at 6:30 P.M., at
4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were
present: Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf
(arrived at 6:55 p.m.), Joselyn. Also in attendance were the
following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Nancy Gohman,
Assistant Manager; Kevin McGinty, Fire Chief/Marshal; Miles
Johnson, Finance Director; Jessie Hart, Assistant to the Finance
Director; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ken Bjorn, Assessor; Bill
Barber, Building Inspector; Julie Jones, Redevelopment/Recycling
Coordinator.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The City Council discussed the proposed 1991 Budget. the following
budgets were discussed: Finance, Legal, Fire, Health, Elections,
Mayor and Council, Assessing, Building, Recycling, Economic
Development Authority, Administration, Civil Service/Personnel, and
Non -departmental.
Following budget discussion the City manager provided the Council
with a memo regarding the Police Department as requested by the
Mayor at the October 16, 1990 City Council meeting, along with an
article from Quality Progress (October 1990) entitled "Police
Department Learns 10 Hard Quality Lessons". Discussion followed.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
'LL i
City Clerk
November 7, 1990
page 682
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on November 7, 1990 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.
John Evans, District 10 Metropolitan Councilmember, presented a
$45,000.00 loan payment from the Metropolitan Council Local
Planning Assistance Loan Program for the purpose of funding the
update of Crystal's Comprehensive Plan.
The Mayor proclaimed November 18 to 25, 1990 as the 50th
Anniversary of National Bible Week in the City of Crystal.
The Mayor acknowledged an $85.00 donation from Calibre Chase
residents' activity fund to purchase a table for the Community
Center.
The Mayor acknowledged a donation of 45 firefighting helmets to the
Crystal Fire Department at a cost of $6,700 from the Robbinsdale
Lions Club.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of October 16, 1990 and Work Sessions of October 23 and
October 30, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember Irving
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
October 16, 1990 and Work Sessions of October 23 and October 30,
1990 making the following exception: October 16 minutes - strike
everything in the first paragraph after the first sentence in Item
#13.
Motion Carried.
Voting on the motion as amended, an unanimous vote was received.
The Mayor called attention to a spelling error in the word
"Council" in the October 23, 1990 Council Work Session Minutes.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the applications for appointment
to the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission from Thomas A.
Jungroth, 5536 Xenia Ave. N.; Jerry Braton, 3804 Hampshire
November 7, 1990
page 683
Ave. N.; and Edwin J. Krueger, Jr., 5009 52nd Ave. N., for an
unexpired term expiring 12-31-91.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint Edwin Krueger, Jr. to the Park &
Recreation Advisory Commission for an unexpired term expiring
December 31, 1991.
Councilmember Joselyn suggested a nomination procedure for the
appointment due to the fact that there were 3 applicants.
Councilmember Langsdorf withdrew her second on the motion.
The Mayor opened nominations from the Council for the position
on the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission.
Edwin J. Krueger, Jr. was nominated by Councilmember Moravec.
Thomas A. Jungroth was nominated by Councilmember Carlson.
With no further nominations, the Mayor declared the
nominations closed.
With a show of hands, the vote was: Edwin Krueger - 4
Thomas Jungroth - 3
Mr. Krueger will fill a vacancy on the Park & Recreation
Advisory Commission for an unexpired term expiring December
31, 1991.
2. Mr. Arthur Cunningham appeared before the City Council to
discuss the update of hiring workers who are disabled or
minorities.
3. The City Council considered stop sign installation on Adair
Avenue between 42nd and 47th Avenues.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to continue consideration of this item at such time as
a petition is received from the concerned residents.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered sale of City property acquired in
1931 as half right-of-way of Fairview Avenue between West
Broadway and Burlington Northern Railroad.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve transfer of title of part of the right-of-
way acquired in 1931 for the north half of Fairview Avenue
between West Broadway and Vera Cruz Avenue, with the applicant
incurring any and all costs involved.
Motion Carried.
5. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to reconsider Item #1 on the Agenda.
November 7, 1990
page 684
Motion Carried.
Edwin Krueger, Jr. appeared before the Council to withdraw his
application for appointment to the Park & Recreation Advisory
Commission after being advised that the City Ordinance
prevents membership on 2 commissions of the City. Mr. Krueger
now serves on the Economic Development Authority Commission.
Nominations were opened to fill the vacancy on the Park &
Recreation Advisory Commission.
Thomas Jungroth was nominated by Councilmember Carlson.
With no further nominations, nominations were closed.
With a show of hands the vote was unanimous to appoint Thomas
A. Jungroth, 5536 Xenia Avenue North, to the Park & Recreation
Advisory Commission for an unexpired term expiring December
31, 1991.
6. The City Council considered a policy change regarding City
installation of street lights in alleys.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to approve revision of the Crystal Lighting Plan to
include a midblock light in all public alleys as a means of
improving pedestrian safety and household security with
installation of these lights continuing to be handled on a
petition basis as recommended by the City Engineer.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:15 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:27 p.m.
7. The City Council considered the Charitable Gambling License
application for Crystal Firefighters' Relief Association at
Rostamo's, 6014 Lakeland Ave. N. Kerry Charlet of the Crystal
Firefighters' Relief Association appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the Charitable Gambling License application
for Crystal Firefighters' Relief Association at Rostamo's,
6014 Lakeland Ave. N.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered authorizing preparation of
feasibility study for alley improvements from Robbinsdale
border to 43rd Avenue between Welcome and Vera Cruz Avenues.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve authorizing preparation of a feasibility
study detailing construction and cost specifics for alley
improvements from Robbinsdale border to 43rd Avenue between
Welcome and Vera Cruz Avenues.
Motion Carried.
November 7, 1990
page 685
9. The City Council considered preliminary state aid street
designations for system additions.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the preliminary state aid street
designations for system additions.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered reducing financial surety for site
improvements at 5557 West Broadway - Subway Sandwich/Paster
Enterprises.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve reduction of the letter of credit on file
guaranteeing installation of site improvements approved as a
condition of a building permit issuance for Subway
Sandwich/Paster Enterprises at 5557 West Broadway from $33,000
to $1,000 as recommended by the City Engineer.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
to rezone 6048 Lakeland, Lot 2, Block 1, Engstrom Addition,
from B-4 (Community Commercial) to B-3 (Auto -Oriented
Commercial).
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 90-17
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
November 20, 1990.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered the appointment of a
representative to exercise Crystal's vote on the League of
Minnesota Cities' 1991 Proposed Legislative Polices and
Priorities at the League's Policy Adoption Meeting on November
27, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to appoint Jerry Dulgar, City Manager, as a
representative to exercise Crystal's vote on the League of
Minnesota Cities' 1991 Proposed Legislative Polices and
Priorities at the League's Policy Adoption Meeting on November
27, 1990.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council considered a resolution relating to license
fees and permit fees for calendar year 1991.
November 7, 1990
page 686
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. 90-72
RESOLUTION RELATING TO LICENSE FEES
AND PERMIT FEES
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
14. The City Council considered a site agreement contract between
the City of Crystal and Volunteers of America.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve site agreement contract between the City of
Crystal and Volunteers of America (Senior Nutrition Program).
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council discussed the League of Minnesota Cities need
for more space. Staff was directed to write a letter to
League of Minnesota Cities advising Council will give no
direction until more financial information is received.
16. The City Council considered a request from Crystal Lions Club
for waiver of the fee for temporary sign permits to advertise
its Annual pancake breakfast for November 25, 1990. Locations
of signs: 5844 Orchard Avenue North, 5410 Lakeland Avenue
North, 7200 56th Avenue North, 3600 Douglas Drive North, 5924
West Broadway, 4920 West Broadway, 2756 Douglas Drive North
and 4800 Douglas Drive North.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve the request from Crystal Lions Club for
waiver of the fee for temporary sign permits to advertise its
Annual Pancake Breakfast for November 25, 1990, at 5844
Orchard Avenue North, 5410 Lakeland Avenue North, 7200 56th
Avenue North, 3600 Douglas Drive North, 5924 West Broadway,
4920 West Broadway, 2756 Douglas Drive North and 4800 Douglas
Drive North.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council considered a resolution for Minnesota Lawful
Gambling Premise Permits for Minnesota Therapeutic Camp, Inc.,
at Nicklows, 3516 North Lilac Drive, Knights of Columbus Hall,
4947 West Broadway, and Crystal Fire Relief Association at
Rostamos', 6014 Lakeland Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
November 7, 1990
page 687
RESOLUTION NO. 90-73
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.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. The City Council discussed Request for Proposals for
prosecuting attorney.
Consensus of Council was to appoint a committee to review the
proposals consisting of the Mayor, Section I Councilmember and
Section II Councilmember as well as 2 staff members.
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, 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 9:20 p.m.
/ Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
November 14, 1990
page 688
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 14, 1990, at 7:00 P.M.,
at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were
present: Carlson, Irving, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn.
Absent: Moravec. Also in attendance were the following staff
members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Nancy Gohman, Assistant
Manager; Bill Monk, City Engineer; Miles Johnson, Finance Director;
James Mossey, Police Chief.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The City Council discussed the Permanent Improvement Revolving Fund
(PIR)/Capital Expenditures of the City.
It was the consensus of the Council to tie the space plan
recommendation dated October 22, 1990 to the 1991 budget meeting.
Council thanked Bill Monk for the excellent presentation.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
ATTEST:
s"sistarit Manager
�I
.,Mayor
November 20, 1990
page 689
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on November 20, 1990 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; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation
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 City Council
meeting of November 7, 1990 and Special Work Session meeting of
November 14, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of November 7, 1990 and Special Work Session meeting of
November 14, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the application for appointment to
the Environmental Quality Commission of Michael Culhane, 5261
Kentucky Avenue North, for an unexpired term expiring December
31, 1991.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to appoint Michael Culhane, 5261 Kentucky Avenue
North, to the Environmental Quality Commission for an
unexpired term expiring December 31, 1991.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a resolution regarding a lawful
gambling premise permit for Crystal Firefighters' Relief
Association at the Paddock, 5540 Lakeland 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. 90-74
RESOLUTION RELATING TO LAWFUL GAMBLING
APPROVING CERTAIN PREMISES PERMITS
1
November 20, 1990
page 690
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
3. The City Council considered setting 7 p.m. on December 10,
1990 as the time and date for a public hearing to consider a
second-hand goods dealer license for Steven C. Leppa dba
Midwest Antiques and Mercantile at 4611 - 36th Avenue North
and discussed a second-hand goods dealer license for used
clothing and costume jewelry.
A. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to set 7 p.m., on December 10, 1990 as the time and
date for a public hearing to consider a second-hand goods
dealer license for Steven C. Leppa dba Midwest Antiques and
Mercantile at 4611 - 36th Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve a second-hand goods dealer license for used
clothing and costume jewelry for Steven C. Leppa at 4611 -
36th Avenue North, as it appears on the list of Applications
for License dated November 20, 1990.
Motion Carried.
4, The City Council considered the construction of a 30' x 30'
concrete slab in front of the Becker Park stage area.
Consensus of the Council was to direct staff to bring back a
detailed plan for Council consideration.
The City Council discussed Crystal Lions request to waive fees for
use of Community Center which was not an agenda item.
No Action Taken.
5. The City Council considered allowing display/advertising type
signs at the Community Center location in excess of three
times per year and soliciting funds for the purchase and
erection of a marquee sign for the Community Center.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to direct staff to compile information for the
installation of a permanent sign.
Motion Carried.
A. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve allowing display/advertising type signs at
the Community Center location in excess of three times per
year until such time as a permanent sign is installed.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered rezoning, building permit approval
and site improvement agreement for 5150 West Broadway, Lot 2,
Block 1 of proposed Atlantic Addition.
November 20, 1990
page 691
A. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90-24
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission issuance of a building
permit for Mini -Storage Buildings located at proposed address
5150 West Broadway, subject to standard procedures.
Motion Carried.
C. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve site improvement agreement for proposed
Lot 2, Block 1, Atlantic Addition located at 5150 West
Broadway.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered a preliminary plat for Schoff
Second Addition at 3543 Zane Avenue North as requested by
Charles and Catherine Schoff.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to deny as recommended by and based on the findings of
fact of the Planning Commission a replat of Lot 2, Block 1,
Schoff Second Addition located at 3543 Zane Avenue North as
requested by Charles and Catherine Schoff.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered a request from Firestone, Inc. to
grant an extension of one year of the conditional use and
building permit approval granted September 19, 1989 by the
City Council at 6800 - 56th Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve an extension of one year of the conditional
use and building permit approval granted September 19, 1989 by
the City Council at 6800 - 56th Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
to rezone 6048 Lakeland, Lot 21 Block 1, Engstrom Addition,
from B-4 (Community Commercial) District to B-3 (Auto Oriented
Commercial) District.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
November 20, 1990
page 692
ORDINANCE NO. 90-25
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 90-17
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered stop sign installation at the
intersection of 35th Avenue North and Quail Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve installation of stop signs on Quail Avenue
North at its intersection with 35th Avenue North as
recommended by the City Engineer.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:15 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:28 p.m. Councilmember Langsdorf left the meeting
at 8:20 p.m.
11. The City Council reviewed the 36th Avenue Feasibility Study
for upgrade between Louisiana and Welcome Avenues. Peter
Carlson, Engineer for Rieke, Carroll, Muller Associates, Inc.
(RCM), appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to set the second meeting in January of 1991 as the
date and time for a public improvement hearing to discuss the
upgrade of 36th Avenue between Louisiana and Welcome Avenues.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council discussed update on status of TH100
Reconstruction Project as proposed by Minnesota Department of
Transportation.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The City Council discussed January 1991 Council Meeting dates due
to the first regular meeting date being a holiday.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to set January 8 and January 22, 1991 as regular
meeting dates of the Crystal City Council.
Motion Carried.
Discussion followed.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Joselyn to reconsider the January 1991 meeting dates.
Motion Carried.
November 20, 1990
page 693
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to change the meeting of January 1 to January 2, 1991
and the second meeting to remain on January 15, 1991.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Irving, Grimes, Herbes,
Joselyn; voting no: Carlson; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
The City Council discussed a letter received from the League of
Minnesota Cities regarding vacancies on the LMC Board of Directors.
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. 90-75
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF
JERRY DULGAR AS A CANDIDATE
FOR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Joselyn; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn 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 Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
December 10, 1990
page 694
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on December 10, 1990 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; 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 considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of November 20, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
of November 20, 1990.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Consent
Agenda:
1. Set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, on May 7, 1991, as the date and time for the Local
Board of Review.
2. Set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, January 2, 1991, as the date and time for a public
hearing to consider a Secondhand Goods Dealer License at 3542
Douglas Drive North as requested by Janet M. Wernet.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec 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 a second-hand goods dealer license for Steven C.
Leppa dba Midwest Antiques and Mercantile at 4611 - 36th
Avenue North. The Mayor asked those present to voice their
opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those
present and heard were: Steven Leppa, applicant.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
December 10, 1990
page 695
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to approve a second-hand goods dealer license for
Steven C. Leppa dba Midwest Antiques and Mercantile at 4611 -
36th Avenue North.
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 the 1991 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: John Paulson, business owner in Crystal - resident of
Golden Valley; Al Holter, 4366 Xenia Avenue North; Mike
McLennan, 4806 Zane Avenue North; Roger Pickering, 3821 Xenia
Avenue North; Doug Spaulding, 3913 Idaho Avenue North; Brad
Hildebrand, 6201 - 38th Avenue North; James Mourning, 5525
Maryland Avenue North; George Merriam, 6626 Fairview Avenue
North.
The Mayor called a recess at 9:05 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:15 p.m. at which time the Public Hearing was
continued with the following being heard: Hugh Munns, 6611
Markwood Drive; Mike Noonan, owner of rental property in
Crystal; Dale Jaco, 6813 Corvallis Avenue North; Gary Lang,
5810 - 34th Avenue North; Gary Boyle, 6812 Cloverdale Avenue
North; Janice Cortner, 4641 Douglas Drive.
A. 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. 90 -
RESOLUTION LEVYING TAXES FOR CERTIFICATION
TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR FOR PAYABLE 1991
After discussion, the mover and seconder withdrew the motion
to consider first the resolution adopting the 1991 Budgets.
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. 90 -
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 1991 BUDGETS
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to amend the motion to include exclusion of a 5%
increase for City Councilmembers and Mayor which was to become
effective January 1, 1991, Account #4100, in Department 10.
December 10, 1990
page 696
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to amend the amendment to the main motion to include
exclusion of pay increases for all City employees for 1991.
Councilmember Joselyn called for a point -of -order that motion
was not in order in that it would violate legal contracts that
the City has on folks that are employees and asked the Chair
to declare the motion to amend the amendment out of order.
The Mayor accepted the point -of -order.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to amend the amendment to amend to freeze all
employees pay increases that are not under a bargaining
agreement.
The City Manager advised not to do that due to the freeze
affecting the lowest paid employees and giving increases to
some of our highest paid employees which would result in
morale problems.
Councilmember Langsdorf expressed a concern that it may
increase bargaining units we would have in the future.
No action was taken.
On Councilmember Grimes' motion to amend the amendment to the
main motion to include exclusion of pay increases for all City
employees for 1991:
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Herbes; voting no:
Carlson, Moravec, Irving, Langsdorf, Joselyn.
Motion Failed.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to table the main motion to consider a resolution
adopting the 1991 budgets.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Langsdorf,
Herbes; voting no: Moravec, Irving, Joselyn.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered a resolution and ordinance
amendment for utility rate increase.
A. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 90 -
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
December 10, 1990
page 697
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
January 2, 1991.
Motion Carried.
B. 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. 90-76
RESOLUTION ADJUSTING SEWER AND
WATER RATES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
2. Ms. Patricia Wilder of the Northwest Hennepin Human Services
Council was scheduled to appear before the City Council to
present information about the Council's activities of the past
year and plans for the coming year. Due to the length of the
budget discussion Ms. Wilder advised staff that she would
reschedule her appearance before the City Council for the
December 18 meeting.
3. The City Council considered issuance of a building permit for
an airplane hangar on Lot 78D, Crystal Airport, as requested
by Vanman Construction Company.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
authorization to issue a building permit for a 42' x 100'
airplane hangar on Lot 78D, Crystal Airport, as requested by
Vanman Construction Company, subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered a reduction of surety for
improvements to the site at 6048-58 Lakeland Avenue North for
Premier Motors.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to reduce surety from $7500 to $500 for Premier
Motors, 6048-58 Lakeland Avenue, as recommended by the City
Engineer.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered a resolution approving expenditure
of Charitable Gambling Funds for a security system and
proposal from Pacesetter Corporation for installation.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
December 10, 1990
page 698
RESOLUTION NO. 90-77
RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPENDITURE OF
CHARITABLE GAMBLING FUNDS FOR
SECURITY SYSTEM AT CRYSTAL
COMMUNITY CENTER
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
6. The City Council considered a resolution regarding Lawful
Gambling Premise Permit Applications for Lions Club of Crystal
at Palace Inn Broadway Pizza, 5607 West Broadway, and Doyle's
Bowl & Lounge, 5000 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. 90-78
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.
7. The City Council considered a resolution regarding a Lawful
Gambling Premise Permit Application for Elk's Lodge #44, 5410
Lakeland Avenue North.
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. 90-79
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.
8. The City Council considered a resolution setting guidelines
for travel by Crystal City Employees and Elected Officials.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
December 10, 1990
page 699
RESOLUTION NO. 90-80
RESOLUTION SETTING GUIDELINES FOR TRAVEL
BY CRYSTAL CITY EMPLOYEES AND ELECTED OFFICIALS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
9. The City Council considered a resolution in support of James
J. Krautkremer for Councilmember, District 10, Metropolitan
Council.
By common consent the City Council continued action on the
resolution until more information is received regarding other
applicants for the office of Councilmember for District 10 of
the Metropolitan Council.
10. The City Council considered a resolution approving Super Valu
Stores, Inc., as a development partner with the City of
Crystal and the Anthony Shopping Center Partnership in the
redevelopment of the southeast corner of Highway 100 and 36th
Avenue.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent to include a
date change on the Amendment to Negotiation Agreement to April
1, 1991:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-81
RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT
TO NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT AND
APPROVING DEVELOPMENT PARTNER
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
11. The City Council considered the appointment of a Personnel
Committee to review the City Manager's salary for 1991.
Councilmember Grimes requested the goals and objectives set by
the City Manager for 1990 and an update of those goals.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to appoint Councilmembers Carlson, Joselyn and
Langsdorf to a Personnel Committee to review the City
Manager's salary for 1991.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council discussed an offer of property for park
purposes between 34th and 35th on June Avenue North.
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December 10, 1990
page 700
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to direct staff to obtain more information on the
property on June Avenue between 34th and 35th Avenue.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council discussed changes of meeting dates for 1991
City Council Meetings.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to change the Regular City Council Meeting of September
17, 1991 to September 16, 1991 and the November 5, 1991
Regular City Council Meeting to November 6, 1991.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council discussed the Joint Powers Agreement with the
Northern Mayors Association.
15. The City Council discussed a memorandum from the Planning
Commission requesting consideration of a commission member
serving longer than four three-year terms under certain
circumstances. The City Council directed staff to draft an
ordinance amendment based on comments of Councilmembers this
evening.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Moravec directed staff to review the Ordinance
Regulating Pawn Shop/Secondhand Dealers and recommended separation
of the two.
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, 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 11:30 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Motion Carried.
Mayor
December 18, 1990
page 701
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on December 181 1990 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; 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 considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of December 10, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Irving to approve the minutes of the Regular
City Council meeting of December 10, 1990 with the following
exception: Item #2 on Regular Agenda change "appeared" to "was
scheduled to appear". No second was heard before the vote was
taken.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Public Hearing:
1. The City Council continued from the December 10, 1990 City
Council Meeting the public hearing to consider the 1991 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: Adrian Rygg, 4120 Brunswick
Ave. N.; Al Holter, 4366 Xenia Ave. N.; John Paulson, business
owner in Crystal, resident of Golden Valley; Gary Boyle, 6812
Cloverdale Avenue North; Virgil Mannie, 5201 Corvallis Avenue
North; George Merriam, 6626 Fairview Avenue North; Mike
Noonan, owner of rental property in Crystal; Roger Pickering,
3821 Xenia Avenue North.
The City Attorney advised the public hearing should remain open to
conform to state statute.
Moved by Councilmember Joselyn and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to remove consideration of the 1991 Budgets from the
table.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor then pointed out that the motion to adopt the 1991 Budget
Resolution had appended to it, an amendment moved by Councilmember
Moravec to exclude from the 1991 Budgets the 5% increase in Council
salaries scheduled to go into effect January 1, 1991.
December 18, 1990
page 702
After discussion Councilmember Irving moved and seconded by
Councilmember Carlson that the main motion to adopt the 1991 Budget
Resolution be amended by reducing the General Fund Levy by $100,000
by a transfer of that amount from the Permanent Improvement
Revolving Fund, Part C.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor then announced that the Moravec amendment to the main
motion was before the body and called for the question of adoption
of the Moravec amendment.
Motion Carried.
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. 90-82
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 1991 BUDGETS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 90-83
RESOLUTION ADOPTING 1991 BUDGETS FOR THE
ENTERPRISE FUNDS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
C. 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. 90-84
RESOLUTION LEVYING TAXES FOR CERTIFICATION
TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR FOR PAYABLE 1991
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
December 18, 1990
page 703
The Mayor called a recess at 8:55 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:05 p.m.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to freeze the vacant position of the Community
Development Director until further notice.
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Grimes, Herbes; voting
no: Moravec, Irving, Langsdorf, Joselyn.
Motion Failed.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
I. Ms. Patricia Wilder of the Northwest Hennepin Human Services
Council appeared before the City Council to present
information about the Council's activities of the past year
and plans for the year 1991.
2. The City Council considered a site improvement agreement for
driveway opening and curb for Park National Bank at 7001 -
56th Avenue North.
A. Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve site improvement agreement as a guarantee of
performance of work items required by the City of Crystal with
a supplemental agreement to be filed on the property title
regarding removal of the driveway opening at the owners
expense should the bank cease to operate on this property.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Irving to amend the motion to move the driveway opening 25
feet to the north of location indicated on the present plan.
Motion Carried.
On the main motion as amended:
Motion Carried.
B. 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. 90-85
RESOLUTION RESTRICTING PARKING
ALONG LOUISIANA AVENUE TO THE SOUTH
OF 56TH AVENUE
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
December 18, 1990
page 704
3. The City Council considered a request from Arie Mann for a
loading zone at 6014-6032 42nd Avenue North. Those appearing
and heard were Howard Bard, Attorney for Arie Mann, and Mr.
Mann. No action was taken.
4. The City Council considered parcels proposed for tax
forfeiture sale by Hennepin County.
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. 90-86
RESOLUTION FOR CONVEYANCE
OF TAX FORFEITED LANDS
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
5. The City Council considered the appointment of a Crystal
representative on the Board of Directors for the Hennepin
Recycling Group (HRG) for the year 1991.
Moved by Councilmember Irving and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to appoint Jerry Dulgar, City Manager, as the Crystal
representative on the Board of Directors for the Hennepin
Recycling Group (HRG) for the year 1991.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council continued consideration of a resolution in
support of James J. Krautkremer for Councilmember, District
10, Metropolitan Council.
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. 90-87
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF JAMES J. KRAUTKREMER
AS DISTRICT 10 COUNCILMEMBER ON THE
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
By roll call and voting aye: Carlson, Moravec, Irving,
Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Joselyn. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
7. The City Council discussed the Employee of the Year Award.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to direct staff to prepare a letter of commendation to
December 18, 1990
page 705
Dave Fennern, Employee of the Year, and a letter of thanks to
the other candidates for the award.
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, 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 10:50 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk