1989 City Council MinutesC
January 3, 1989
page 361
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on January 3, 1989 at 7:00 P.M., at
4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The meeting was called to
order by Mayor Pro Tem, Councilmember Moravec.
Darlene George, The City Clerk, administered the oath of office and
presented certificates of election to Betty Herbes, Mayor; John G.
Moravec, Councilmember, Section 1; Elmer Q. Carlson, Councilmember,
Ward 3; and Garry A. Grimes, Councilmember, Ward 4.
The Mayor reported on things she intended to pursue during her
first term and indicated to the residents and staff that she would
be available at City Hall (Park & Recreation Conference Room) on
the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 1-4 p.m. She also
indicated that during this meeting she would not vote unless there
would be a tie vote.
The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were
present: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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;
Donald Peterson, 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 13, 1988.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
of December 13, 1988.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Consent
Agenda:
1. Consideration
Environmental
31, 1991.
2. Consideration
Environmental
31, 1991.
3. Consideration
Environmental
31, 1991.
4. Consideration
Environmental
31, 1991.
of reappointment of Ryan R. Schroeder to the
Quality Commission for a term ending December
of reappointment of Lerry Teslow to the
Quality Commission for a term ending December
of reappointment of Beth R. Jarvis to the
Quality Commission for a term ending December
of reappointment of Gail Gove to the
Quality Commission for a term ending December
January 3, 1989
page 362
5. Consideration of reappointment of Lois Ehret to the Human
Relations Commission for a term ending December 31, 1991.
6. Consideration of reappointment of Bruce L. Kleeberger to the
Human Relations Commission for a term ending December 31,
1991.
7. Consideration of reappointment of Arlene J. West to the Human
Relations Commission for a term ending December 31, 1991.
8. Consideration of reappointment of Mary Moucha to the Parks &
Recreation Advisory Commission for a term ending December 31,
1991.
9. Consideration of reappointment of Mark Hoffman to the Parks &
Recreation Advisory Commission for a term ending December 31,
1991.
10. Consideration of reappointment of Arlene Pitts to the Parks &
Recreation Advisory Commission for a term ending December 31,
1991.
11. Consideration of reappointment of Marty Gates to the Civil
Service Commission for a term ending December 31, 1991.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember Langsdorf
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
request from Don W. Lee for a variance for an addition to the
existing garage prior to a fire which will encroach in the
required 40' rear yard setback at 3949 Hampshire Avenue North.
The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to
ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard
were: Mary Lou Birchem, 6709 - 40th Avenue North; Don Lee,
owner of property and applicant. The Council also received a
letter of opposition from Lois C. Suplick, 3916 Hampshire
Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers 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. 4 a) to
grant a variance of 1416" in the required 40' rear yard
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page 363
setback to build a 1016" x 23' addition to the existing garage
prior to the fire at 3949 Hampshire Avenue North as requested
in Variance Application #88-58.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 7:21 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 7:29 p.m.
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 an application for an off -sale liquor license at
2728 Douglas Drive North as submitted by Melvyn D. Henry. The
Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard
were: Melvyn Henry, applicant; Jeff Gershone, 6017 -29th Place
North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the reappointment of Paulette
Magnuson, Marilyn Kamp, James J. Barden, Jane A. Elsen and the
application of Steven Leppa to the Planning Commission for
terms ending December 31, 1991.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to appoint Paulette Magnuson, Marilyn Kamp, James J.
Barden, and Jane A. Elsen to the Planning Commission for terms
ending December 31, 1991, and place Steven Leppa's application
on file to be considered when a vacancy occurs on the
Commission from his area of the City.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Smothers; voting no: Moravec, Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor expressed a desire for the Council to appoint
members to the various commissions and other appointments as
required for one year.
Moved by
Councilmember
Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec
to approve an application
for an off -sale liquor
license
at 2728 Douglas
Drive North, effective at 12:01 a.m.,
January
By roll
4, 1989.
call and voting
aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Smothers,
Langsdorf;
voting no:
Carlson.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the reappointment of Paulette
Magnuson, Marilyn Kamp, James J. Barden, Jane A. Elsen and the
application of Steven Leppa to the Planning Commission for
terms ending December 31, 1991.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to appoint Paulette Magnuson, Marilyn Kamp, James J.
Barden, and Jane A. Elsen to the Planning Commission for terms
ending December 31, 1991, and place Steven Leppa's application
on file to be considered when a vacancy occurs on the
Commission from his area of the City.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Smothers; voting no: Moravec, Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor expressed a desire for the Council to appoint
members to the various commissions and other appointments as
required for one year.
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2. The City Council considered the selection of a Mayor Pro Tem
for the year 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to appoint Councilmember Rygg as Mayor Pro Tem for
the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered the designation of the official
depository for the City of Crystal for the year 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to designate The Bank North as the official
depository for the City of Crystal for the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered the designation of the official
newspaper for the City of Crystal for the year 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to designate North Hennepin Post as the official
newspaper for the City of Crystal for the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to
the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission for the year 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to appoint Councilmember Smothers as the liaison to the
Park and Recreation Advisory Commission for the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to
the Environmental Quality Commission for the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to appoint Councilmember Langsdorf as the liaison to
the Environmental Quality Commission for the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to
the Human Relations Commission for the year 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to appoint Councilmember Grimes as the liaison to the
Human Relations Commission for the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the appointment of a liaison to
the Long Range Planning Commission for the year 1989.
January 3, 1989
page 365
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to appoint Councilmember Rygg as the liaison to the
Long Range Planning Commission for the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered the appointment of a
representative and alternates to the Association of
Metropolitan Municipalities for the year 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to appoint Mayor Herbes as the representative and the
City Manager and Councilmember Langsdorf as the alternates to
the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities for the year
1989.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered the appointment of a
representative to the Joint Water Commission for the year
1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint Steven Leppa, 4816 Quail Avenue North, as
the representative to the Joint Water Commission for the year
1989.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered the appointment of a
representative to the Tri -Community Twin Lake Study Committee
for the year 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint Councilmember Carlson as the
representative to the Tri -Community Twin Lake Study Committee
for the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered the appointment of representatives
to the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission for
the year 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to appoint Mayor Herbes and John T. Irving, 7020 -45th
Place, as representatives to the Northwest Suburbs Cable
Communications Commission for the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council discussed the $2,000,000 General Obligation
Bond sale for funding of the new community center.
The Council by common consent chose to cancel the sale of
bonds scheduled for January 17, 1989 and reschedule the sale
after the legislature changes the State property tax laws as
they relate to "tax capacity".
January 3, 1989
page 366
14. The City Council considered a stop sign petition for removal
of an existing sign at 3841 Kentucky Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve removal of the southbound stop sign at
3841 Kentucky Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Regarding Pawnbrokers and Second Hand Goods Dealers in the
City of Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-1
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PAWNBROKERS AND
SECOND HAND GOODS DEALERS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY
CODE, CHAPTER 11 BY ADDING A SECTION
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
16. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
regarding Liquor and Beer in Public Parks in the City of
Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LIQUOR AND BEER
IN PUBLIC PARKS IN THE CITY: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SECTION 815; REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTIONS 815.05,
SUBDIVISION 7 AND 2015.15
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
January 17, 1989.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council considered possible support of Twin West
Chamber of Commerce regarding a more just tax policy.
Councilmember Carlson left the room (8:32 p.m.)
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to continue until the January 17, 1989 meeting for
staff's review and obtaining of more information for the I Council.
Motion Carried.
January 3, 1989
page 367
Councilmember Carlson was absent from the room for this
motion.
Councilmember Carlson returned.
18. The City Council considered the license fee for Honor Snacks
in the City of Crystal. The license fee will remain as is.
19. The City Council discussed the January 14, 1989 Legislative
Breakfast Meeting at the Brooklyn Center Civic Center.
The Mayor called a Work Session of the Council for 5:00 p.m. on
Monday, February 6, 1989.
20. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg 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 regular meeting closed at 8:50 p.m.
The Mayor announced that at the request of and on the advice
of the City Attorney, the Council would next convene in closed
session for the purpose of discussing with the City Attorney
the case of Minnesota Department of Human Rights versus the
City of Crystal, presently in litigation. The City Attorney
and Leslie A. Altman, Esquire, of the City Attorney's office
were present to discuss the litigation. The closed meeting
convened at 9:00 p.m.
At 9:20 the Regular meeting was reopened. The Mayor announced
that the full membership of the Council had discussed with its
attorneys the status of the pending litigation described above
in the closed meeting, that the discussions had been tape
recorded by the City Clerk, and instructed the Clerk to
transmit the tape of the closed meeting to the City Attorney.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting adjourned at 9:22 p.m.
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Motion Carried.
Mayor
January 3, 1989
page 368
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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January 17, 1989
page 369
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on January 17, 1989 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, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf. Absent were: Rygg,
Carlson, Smothers. 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; Donald Peterson, 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 Mayor accepted an award presented to the City of Crystal from
the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association for outstanding
programming at Becker Park.
The City Council considered the minutes of the regular City Council
meeting of January 3, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
of January 3, 1989 with the following correction: add the roll
call vote to item number one on the Regular Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Consent
Agenda:
1. Set public hearing for February 7, 1989 to consider revocation
of off -sale liquor license for W.J.W., Inc. (Stephen's Liquor
Store) at 2728 Douglas Drive North.
2. Set public hearing for February 7, 1989 to consider
preliminary plat of Crystal Community Center Addition located
at 48th and Douglas Drive as submitted by the City of Crystal.
3. Consideration of a resignation letter dated January 1989 from
Darla Carlson of the Human Relations Commission.
4. Consideration of a resignation letter from Julie Rydh of the
Human Relations Commission.
5. Consideration of the resignation of Roberta Veech from the
Park and Recreation Advisory Commission effective 12-31-88.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
January 17, 1989
page 370
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered Article III of the property lease
agreement for 5548 Lakeland Avenue North as requested by
Norling Motors. Gunnar Norling appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to continue the item to the February 7, 1989 meeting
to allow new councilmembers time to research further and to
act on the request with a full Council.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Langsdorf, Herbes;
voting no: Moravec; absent not voting: Rygg, Carlson,
Smothers.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
regarding Liquor and Beer in Public Parks in the City.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-2
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LIQUOR AND BEER
IN PUBLIC PARKS IN THE CITY: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SECTION 815; REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTIONS
815.05, SUBDIVISION 7 AND 2015.15
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered a resolution approving agreement
for Hennepin County repaving project on County Road 9
(Rockford Road).
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. 89-1
OVERLAY OF COUNTY ROAD 9
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Langsdorf,
Herbes; absent not voting: Rygg, Carlson, Smothers.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The City Council considered possible support of Twin West
Chamber of Commerce regarding a more just tax policy.
By common consent the Council wished to remain neutral.
January 17, 1989
page 371
5. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
amending Chapter 5 of the City Code Regarding Park Dedication.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 5
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
February 7, 1989.
Motion Carried.
6. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the list of license applications as
submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of
which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and further,
that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this
motion as though set forth in full herein.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
February 6, 1989
page 372
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by
Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Special Meeting/Work Session
of the Crystal City Council was held on February 6, 1989, at 5:00
P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota.
The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were
present: Moravec, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Rygg, Carlson,
Smothers. 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;
Donald Peterson, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed
Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director; Julie Jones,
Redevelopment/Recycling Coordinator; Tom Heenan, Sanitarian; Art
Quady, Fire Chief/Fire Marshal; Miles Johnson, Finance Director;
Ken Bjorn, Assessor; Jim Mossey, Chief of Police.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
1. The City Council and staff reviewed City Hall space needs and
Community Center status. Kurt Dale of Anderson Dale
Architects presented an update on the Community Center.
2. Department heads gave presentations of responsibilities and
issues at hand in his or her department as follows:
Administration Department - John Olson, Assistant City Manager
Building Department - Don Peterson, Building Inspector
Finance Department - Miles Johnson, Finance Director
Park Department - Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director
Police Department - James mossey, Police Chief
Redevelopment/Recycling Coordinator - Julie Jones, Coordinator
Health Department - Tom Heenan, Head Sanitarian
Assessing Department - Ken Bjorn, Assessor
Fire Department - Art Quady, Fire Chief
Public Works Department - Bill Monk, Public Works Director
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to reopen the Work Session at 8:26 p.m.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council and staff reviewed the method of Commission
appointments.
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page 373
4. The City Council and staff discussed membership of the Housing
and Redevelopment Authority.
5. The City Council and staff discussed workers' compensation
coverage for injuries to elected officials.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
Mayor
February 7,1989
page 374
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on February 7, 1989 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, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Rygg, Carlson,
Smothers. 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;
Darlene George, City Clerk; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; Jim
Kelly, 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 17, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of January 17, 1989.
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 preliminary plat of the Crystal Community
Center Addition located at 4800 Douglas Drive. 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 Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
the preliminary plat of the Crystal Community Center Addition
located at 4800 Douglas Drive.
Motion Carried.
Mayor Herbes recognized Boy Scouts in attendance who were present
to learn about the City Government process.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the resignation of Hugh Munns from
the Environmental Quality Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to accept the resignation of Hugh Munns from the
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page 375
Environmental Quality Commission effective January 17, 1989.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered the applications for appointment
to the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission of William T.
O'Reilly, 3124 Welcome Avenue North, and Marlyn H. Theisen,
6807 - 50th Avenue North, for terms expiring 12-31-89.
Applicants did not appear.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to continue until February 21, 1989 meeting.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered Article III of the property lease
agreement for 5548 Lakeland Avenue North as requested by
Norling Motors. Gunnar Norling appeared and was heard.
Councilmember Moravec stated that this item had been tabled
rather than continued at the January 17, 1989 meeting and
requested a vote for removal from the table. The vote was
unanimous to remove the item from the table.
4. The City Council considered a Resolution Amending and
Restating the City of Crystal Employee Flexible Benefit
Account Plan, including the City of Crystal Medical and Life
Insurance Reimbursement Plan, and the City of Crystal
Dependent Care Assistance Plan. Miles Johnson, Finance
Director, explained the plans and answered questions of the
Council.
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. 89-3
RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE BENEFIT ACCOUNT PLAN, INCLUDING THE
CITY OF CRYSTAL MEDICAL AND LIFE INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENT PLAN,
AND THE CITY OF CRYSTAL DEPENDENT CARE ASSISTANCE PLAN
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
Moved by
Councilmember Smothers
and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson
to approve Article III
of the property lease agreement
for 5548
$18,000
Lakeland Avenue North,
to $14,000 starting in
changing the rent amount from
the fifth year.
By roll
call and voting aye: Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers;
voting no:
Moravec, Langsdorf,
Grimes.
Motion carried.
4. The City Council considered a Resolution Amending and
Restating the City of Crystal Employee Flexible Benefit
Account Plan, including the City of Crystal Medical and Life
Insurance Reimbursement Plan, and the City of Crystal
Dependent Care Assistance Plan. Miles Johnson, Finance
Director, explained the plans and answered questions of the
Council.
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. 89-3
RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE BENEFIT ACCOUNT PLAN, INCLUDING THE
CITY OF CRYSTAL MEDICAL AND LIFE INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENT PLAN,
AND THE CITY OF CRYSTAL DEPENDENT CARE ASSISTANCE PLAN
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
February 7,1989
page 376
5. The City Council considered workers' compensation insurance
premium for the year 1989. Jim Kelly, temporary
Administrative Assistant, and Cary Shaich, Agent of Record,
were available for Council's questions.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve the workers' compensation insurance premium
for the year 1989 in the amount of $100,121.00 as quoted by
the Employee Benefit Administration Company.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council discussed reconsideration of an off -sale
liquor license application as submitted by Jerome Halek at
5600 Bass Lake Road.
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. 89-4
RESOLUTION RATIFYING AND CONFIRMING
DENIAL OF APPLICATION FOR OFF -SALE
LIQUOR LICENSE FOR JEROME HALEK
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
7. The City Council considered the resignation of Lauretta Welter
from the Charter Commission and considered her replacement.
The City attorney advised it was not necessary for Council to
take action on a resignation from the Charter Commission.
John T. Irving, Chair of Charter Commission, appeared and was
heard.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to recommend Liz Reid to the District Judge for
appointment to the Charter Commission.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered a Resolution amending Article III,
Parties; Section 1 of the Northwest Hennepin Human Services
Council's Joint Powers Agreement.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
February 7,1989
page 377
RESOLUTION NO. 89-5
RESOLUTION AMENDING ARTICLE III, PARTIES; SECTION 1
OF THE NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL'S
JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
9. The City Council considered the participation of the Crystal
City Councilmembers in the City Wellness Program. No action
taken.
10. The City Council considered a change in mileage rates for City
employees from 26 cents to 24 cents per mile.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve a reduction in mileage rates for City
employees from 26 cents to 24 cents per mile as recommended by
the Finance Director based on new IRS rules and regulations
for 1989.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered a resolution proclaiming February
1989 as "Crystal Loves Its Kids" Month.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, which was read by
the Mayor:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-6
RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY 1989
AS "CRYSTAL LOVES ITS KIDS" MONTH
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
12. The City Council considered submittal of names of potential
candidates for Hennepin Parks Foundation Directors. The Mayor
recommended Garry Grimes.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to appoint Garry Grimes as a potential candidate for
Hennepin Parks Foundation Director.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council considered the appointment of an Assistant
Weed Inspector for 1989.
February 7,1989
page 378
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to appoint Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director,
as the Assistant Weed Inspector for the City of Crystal for
1989.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council discussed a joint meeting of the Charter
Commission and Crystal City Council on Wednesday, February 22,
at 7:00 p.m. at Crystal City Hall. Due to conflicts on
February 22, the Mayor called a joint meeting of the City
Council and Charter Commission for February 14, 1989 at 7:00
p.m. to be followed by a work session of the City Council.
15. The City Council considered the appointment of a Housing and
Redevelopment Authority Commissioner. Mayor Herbes appointed
Marty Gates as a member of the Crystal HRA.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to accept the appointment of Marty Gates to the
Crystal Housing and Redevelopment Authority for a term ending
2-1-94.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers; voting no: Moravec, Langsdorf.
Motion carried.
16. Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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February 14, 1989
page 379
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by
Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a joint meeting of the Crystal
City Council and the Crystal Charter Commission was held on
February 14, 1989, at 7:00 P.M., at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal,
Minnesota, followed by a Work Session of the City Council.
The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were
present: Moravec, Herbes, Langsdorf, Rygg, Carlson, Smothers.
Absent was: Grimes. Also in attendance were the following staff
members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; David Kennedy, City Attorney;
Darlene George, City Clerk.
Charter Commission members present were: Irving, Cook, Garber,
Anderson, Hawk, Elsen, Magnuson, Meintsma.
The proposed Crystal Charter Amendment was discussed.
The joint meeting of the Crystal City Council and the Crystal
Charter Commission adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
The Mayor called the Work Session of the City Council to order at
7:35 p.m.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
1.
The City Council and
resident awareness of
staff
City
reviewed
issues.
methods of increasing
2.
The City Council and
staff
discussed
a goal -setting session
for the City Council.
April
21-22,
1989 was tentatively set
as the date for the session.
3.
The City Council and
staff
reviewed
on -street parking during
summer months for 24-hour
duration.
4.
The City Council and
staff
discussed
revisions/codification of
City Code and Zoning
Ordinance
along
with Comprehensive Plan
Update.
5.
The City Council and
staff
reviewed
status of Light Rail
Transit.
6.
The City Council and
staff
discussed
Commission appointments.
7.
The City Council and
staff
discussed
a joint HRA/City Council
Work Session.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
February 14, 1989
page 380
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
Mayor
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February 21, 1989
page 381
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on February 21, 1989 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, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Rygg, Carlson,
Smothers. Also in attendance were the following staff members:
Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; David Kennedy, City Attorney; William
Monk, Public Works Director; Donald Peterson, Building Inspector;
Darlene George, City Clerk; Nancy Gohman, 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 Special Work Session
of February 6, 1989 and the Regular City Council meeting of
February 7, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember Smothers
to approve the minutes of the Special Work Session of February 6,
1989 and the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
February 7, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Consent
Agenda:
1. Set public hearing for March 7, 1989, to consider tentative
approval of Bedman Addition preliminary plat located at 7025 -
46th Avenue North.
2. Set public hearing for March 21, 1989, to consider tentative
approval of Proffesors Addition preliminary plat located at
3209 and 3233 Florida Avenue North.
3. Set public hearing for March 21, 1989, to consider tentative
approval of Froehlich Addition preliminary plat located at
4524 and 4528 Hampshire Avenue North.
4. Set public hearing for March 7, 1989, to consider variance
application #89-4 at 8017 - 33rd Avenue North as requested by
Don Hintz to vary the 40' rear yard setback and allow a 14'
encroachment to complete a 20' x 24' deck.
5. Consideration of the resignation of Marty Gates from the Civil
Service Commission effective February 14, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
February 21, 1989
page 382
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
to rezone property from B-4 District (Community Commercial) to
B-3 District (Auto -Oriented Commercial) and conditional use
permits to allow fuel station, auto repair -minor in a B-3
District and to allow an accessory retail (food) establishment
in a B-3 District for Midwest Retail Properties at 5256, 5264
and 5272 West Broadway. Those present and heard were: Thomas
Barrett, Midwest Retail Properties; Bill Jurkens, 5301 Douglas
Drive (Octopus Car Wash); Clem Steicken, 5256 West Broadway.
A. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance: (5 votes needed
for approval)
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: CHANGING THE USE
CLASSIFICATIONS OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
March 7, 1989.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve as recommended by and based on the
findings of fact of the Planning Commission conditional use
permits to allow fuel station, auto repair -minor in a B-3
District and to allow an accessory retail (food) establishment
in a B-3 District for Midwest Retail Properties at 5256, 5264
and 5272 West Broadway.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered conditional use permits to allow a
convenience food (submarine sandwiches) establishment in a B-3
District; allow auto repair-minor/tire/battery establishment
in a B-3 District, and allow an accessory, enclosed retail
establishment in a B-3 District for Crystal Plaza Partnership
at 6800 - 56th Avenue North. Present and heard was: Jeff
Carlstrom, Architect.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to continue consideration of the conditional use permits
for Crystal Plaza Partnership to allow staff to meet with
applicant regarding easement agreement with Ground Round
Restaurant.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered the applications for appointment
to the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission from William T.
February 21, 1989
page 383
O'Reilly, 3124 Welcome Avenue North, Marlyn H. Theisen, 6807
50th Avenue North, and John Henry Berg, 4500 Welcome Avenue
North, for terms ending 12-31-89.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to appoint Marlyn H. Theisen and William T. O'Reilly to
the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission for unexpired terms
ending 12-31-89.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered the application for appointment to
the Environmental Quality Commission from Phyllis Isaacson,
7000 Lombardy Lane, for an unexpired term expiring December
31, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to appoint Phyllis Isaacson to the Environmental
Quality Commission for a term expiring December 31, 1990.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered insurance renewal for 1989 - 1990
policy year for General Liability, Bonds, Property, Boiler,
Auto and Public Officials Insurance.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve insurance renewal for 1989 - 1990 policy year
for General Liability, Bonds, Property, Boiler, Auto and
Public Officials Insurance in the amount of $189,866 as
submitted by the League of Minnesota Insurance Trust Program
(LMCIT).
Motion Carried.
6. Appearance of Gary Holsten of Anoka Pawn Broker Shop regarding
an ordinance relating to pawn brokers and second-hand goods
dealers. No action taken.
Mayor Herbes called a recess at 8:42 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:53 p.m.
7. The appearance of Ed Thonander of the Crystal Frolic,s
Committee regarding a request for funding, the closing of
Sherburne Avenue as done during the 1988 Crystal Frolics,
Elk,s Celebrity Ball Game, and the camp out - policing of the
Becker Park grounds by the Elk,s Senior Scouts, and waiver of
the carnival license fee.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to refer the matter of allowing Senior Scouts to camp
out at Becker Park and police the grounds to the Park &
Recreation Advisory Commission and request a report back to
the City Council.
February 21, 1989
page 384
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve an allocation of up to $5,000 from the
Crystal City Budget to be used to fund parade entries and to
waive the fee for the Carnival license for the Crystal Frolics
to be held on July 28, 29 and 30, 1989.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered a joint meeting of the Crystal
City Council and the Crystal Housing & Redevelopment Authority
on March 9, 1989. Several City Councilmembers had a conflict
on March 9. The Mayor called the joint meeting for March 8,
1989 pending availability of the HRA membership.
9. The City Council considered the second reading of an Ordinance
Amending the Crystal City Charter. Lorraine Bedman, 7025 46th
Avenue North, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-3
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT:
AMENDING THE CRYSTAL CITY CHARTER
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing the
issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds in an amount not
to exceed $2,000,000 to finance the new Community Center
building.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-7
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
$2,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION COMMUNITY CENTER BONDS,
SERIES 1989 A
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February 21, 1989
page 385
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
11. The City Council considered a joint agreement for the
inspection of garbage and refuse vehicles with the City of New
Hope for the purpose of licensing garbage refuse trucks.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve a joint agreement with the City of New
Hope for the inspection of garbage and refuse vehicles for the
purpose of licensing garbage refuse trucks, and further that
the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to sign such
agreement.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council discussed temporary sign permits for a Lions
Club pancake breakfast to be held on March 12, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the issuance of seven temporary sign
permits with waiver of fee to be located at 58th and Bass Lake
Road, 5924 West Broadway, 5410 Lakeland Ave. N., 4920 West
Broadway, 7200 Bass Lake Road, 2756 Douglas Drive, and 3600
Douglas Drive.
Motion Carried.
13. Moved by Councilmember Moravec 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk 67
March 7, 1989
page 386
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on March 7, 1989 at 7:00 P.M., at
4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota.
The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were
p:�-esc.,': Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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;
Donald Peterson, 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.
Mayor Herbes read a proclamation proclaiming the week of March 12-
18, 1989 as Girl Scout Week in the City of Crystal.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Special Work Session
of February 14, 1989 and the Regular City Council meeting of
February 21, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember Rygg
to approve the minutes of the Special Work Session of February 14,
1989 and the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
February 21, 1989.
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 tentative approval of proposed plat Bedman
Addition located at 7025 - 46th Avenue North. The Mayor asked
those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions
concerning the proposed plat. Those present and heard were:
Lorraine Bedman, 7025 - 46th Avenue North; John T. Irving,
7020 - 45th Place North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to close the Public Hearing.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to deny tentative approval of proposed plat Bedman
Addition located at 7025 - 46th Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
The City Attorney was directed to prepare written findings of fact
for denial to be considered by Council at its next meeting.
March 7, 1989
page 387
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
variance of 14' in the required 40' rear yard setback for a
24' x 20' deck on the existing home at 8017 - 33rd Avenue
North. The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions
or to ask questions concerning the variance.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf 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 14' in the required 40' rear yard setback for a
24' x 20' deck on the existing house at 8017 - 33rd Avenue
North as requested in application #89-4 by Don Hintz.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered applications for appointment to
the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission from Bill Gentry,
6910 Jersey Circle North, and Loretta Katchmark, 5165 - 34th
Place North, for a term ending December 31, 1991.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to appoint Bill Gentry to the Park & Recreation Advisory
Commission for a term ending December 31, 1991.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered the appointment of John T. Irving,
7020 - 45th Place North, as a representative on the Long -Range
Planning Commission as designated by the Crystal Housing &
Redevelopment Authority.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to appoint John T. Irving as a representative on the
Long -Range Planning Commission as designated by the Crystal
Housing & Redevelopment Authority, for a term expiring
December 31, 1989.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered tree removal and tree trimming
contract for the City of Crystal for the year 1989. Carol
Dalske, President of Outside Services, Inc., appeared and was
heard.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
March 7, 1989
page 388
RESOLUTION NO. 89-8
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Langsdorf, Rygg, Herbes,
Moravec; voting no: Carlson, Smothers.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
4. The City Council continued consideration of conditional use
permits to allow a convenience food (submarine sandwiches)
establishment in a B-3 District; allow auto repair-
minor/tire/battery establishment in a B-3 District, and allow
an accessory, enclosed retail establishment in a B-3 District
for Crystal Plaza Partnership at 6800 - 56th Avenue North.
Jeff Carlstrom, Architect, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to deny.conditional use permits to allow a
convenience food (submarine sandwiches) establishment in a B-3
District; allow auto repair-minor/tire/battery establishment
in a B-3 District, and allow an accessory, enclosed retail
establishment in a B-3 District for Crystal Plaza Partnership
at 6800 - 56th Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
The City Attorney was directed to prepare findings of fact for
denial to be considered by Council at its next meeting.
5. The City Council considered a request from the City of
Brooklyn Center regarding Twin Lake/Ryan Lake Outlet Study.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-10
RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT COMMISSION TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TWIN LAKE/RYAN LAKE OUTLET MODIFICATION
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Smothers, Langsdorf, Herbes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6. The City Council reviewed the Hennepin County Regional
Railroad Authority (HCRRA) preliminary design for Light Rail
Transit, Northwest Corridor.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers that the City Council support encouraging Hennepin
County to look into aesthetics, noise barriers, etc. for homes
in the area.
March 7, 1989
page 389
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to set 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the
matter may be heard, April 4, 1989, as the date and time for a
public hearing to discuss preliminary design plans for Light
Rail Transit, Northwest Corridor.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council discussed Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Statement of Objectives and proposed use of Year XV
Urban Hennepin County CDBG Program Planning Allocation of
$117,394 by the City of Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to set 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter
may be heard, March 21, 1989, as the date and time for a
public hearing for review of Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Statement of Objectives and proposed use of Year XV
Urban Hennepin County CDBG Program Planning Allocation of
$117,394 by the City of Crystal.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered a Resolution Relating to Workers'
Compensation for Elected and Appointed Officials.
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. 89-11
RESOLUTION RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION
FOR ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
Mayor Herbes called a recess at 8:45 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:04 p.m.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Discussion was held regarding a letter from Paul W. Rosenthal
regarding Non -prosecutorial Legal Services for the City of
Crystal.
Discussion was held regarding a letter from the City Attorney
regarding Art Quady, Fire Chief.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to address this issue at a forthcoming work session.
Motion Carried.
March 7, 1989
page 390
Discussion was held of Rax Restaurant/Kentucky Fried Chicken.
The City Council directed staff to review value amount of
remodeling which would require Planning Commission and City
Council approval.
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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
The City Attorney then addressed the Council and advised that the
previous motion to adjourn was procedurally incorrect and that, in
fact, the Council had recessed for the purpose of reconvening to
consider various informational items under the agenda item,
"Informal Discussion and Announcements." The Mayor stated that her
intent had been to proceed in the manner described by the City
Attorney, and there was a general consensus of the Council in
agreement. A representative of the press, in attendance, was
informed by the Attorney that the regularly scheduled meeting was
still in session, and the Mayor invited the press to remain in
attendance.
The City Attorney explained an Economic Development Authority as
requested by Mayor Herbes and discussion followed.
Discussion was held regarding Fire Chief's retirement payments made
to him in error by Fire Relief Association in 1981 and 1982.
Discussion was held regarding Building Inspector salary and other
related issues.
Discussion was held regarding a Goal Setting Session for the
Council April 21-22, 1989 at Sheraton Northwest.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
Mayor
March 7, 1989
page 391
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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March 8, 1989
page 392
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by
Section 3.01 of the City Charter, a joint meeting of the Crystal
City Council and the Crystal Housing & Redevelopment Authority was
held on March 8, 1989, 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, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf, Rygg, Carlson,
Smothers. Also in attendance were the following Housing &
Redevelopment Authority members: Marty Gates, John T. Irving,
Peter Meintsma, John Moravec; absent was: Sharon Garber. 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; Julie Jones,
Redevelopment/Recycling Coordinator.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
Items of discussion were:
Communication between City Council and the Crystal Housing and
Redevelopment Authority.
Redevelopment project at 36th Avenue and Highway 100 (Nicklow
Shopping Center).
Weatherizaton Program.
Scattered Site Housing.
Accusations made by City Councilmembers on public t.v. and
transcript of same.
The sale of Calibre Chase Apartment Building (79 -unit complex
in the Becker Park Redevelopment project).
Economic Development Authority for the City of Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
ATTEST:
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March 8, 1989
page 393
Mayor
March 21, 1989
page 394
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on March 21, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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;
Donald Peterson, Building Inspector; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed
Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director; Miles Johnson, Finance
Director; Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator; James Mossey,
Chief of Police.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor presented a plaque to the Crystal Lions Club from the
City of Crystal in appreciation of a donation for playground
equipment for Lions Valley Place Park.
The City Council considered the minutes of the regular meeting of
the City Council of March 7, 1989 and the joint meeting with the
Crystal Housing & Redevelopment Authority of March 8, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the City
Council of March 7, 1989 and the joint meeting with the Crystal
Housing & Redevelopment Authority of March 8, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of setting Saturday, May 20, 1989, as the date
and time for the Annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic.
2. Consideration of the resignation of Yvonne Halpaus from the
Planning Commission effective March 13, 1989.
3. Consideration of a solicitor's license for Saba Flowers to
sell flowers at 36th & Highway 100, 42nd & Adair Avenue, and
36th & Douglas Drive on March 24, 25, 26, 1989 and May 12, 13,
14, 1989.
4. Consideration of a solicitor's permit for Crystal Fire Cadets
- Explorer Post #71, 4141 Douglas Drive, to sell candy door to
door from March 27, 1989 to April 30, 1989.
5. Consideration of a one -day off-site charitable gambling
license for VFW Post #494 at Becker Park on July 28, 1989 for
the Crystal Frolics.
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March 21, 1989
page 395
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg 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 tentative approval of proposed plat Froehlich
Addition located at 4524 and 4528 Hampshire Avenue North. The
Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning the proposed plat.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to grant tentative approval of proposed plat
Froehlich Addition located at 4524 and 4528 Hampshire 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 tentative approval of proposed plat Proffesors
Addition located at 3209 and 3233 Florida Avenue North. The
Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning the proposed plat. Those present and
heard were: Gloria Tilbury, 3329 Florida Avenue North; Joyce
& Kenneth Larsen, 3226 Hampshire Avenue North; Bob Dahl, 3156
Florida Avenue North; Lorraine Bedman, 7025 - 46th Avenue
North; Robert Woods, 3224 Florida Avenue North; Scott Kevitt,
Developer; Ann Marie Papas, 3212 Florida Avenue North; Steve
Sigel, 3200 Florida Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to deny tentative approval of proposed plat Proffesors
Addition located at 3209 and 3233 Florida Avenue North, due to
unresolved drainage and soil concerns.
Motion Carried.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Smothers,
Langsdorf; voting no: Herbes, Carlson.
Motion Carried.
At this time item #1 on the Regular Agenda was considered to
accommodate those appearing on the item.
1. The City Council considered a resolution awarding bid to sell
$2,000,000 General Obligation Community Center Bonds, Series
1989 A. Dave MacGillivray of Springsted, Inc. appeared and
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was heard. He informed the Council that Dain Bosworth was the
low bidder.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-12
RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF
$2,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION COMMUNITY CENTER
BONDS, SERIES 1989, A; FIXING THEIR FORM AND
SPECIFICATIONS; DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY;
AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
Public hearing #3 was at this time considered:
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 CDBG Year XV funding allotment. 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
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-13
RESOLUTION APPROVING PROPOSED PROGRAM FOR YEAR XV
URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING ITS SUBMITTAL
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
2. The City Council considered approving authorization to issue
building permit #1644 to Richard V. Vanman to build a 42' x
80' airplane storage hangar on Lot 74E, Crystal Airport.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve authorization to issue building permit
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#1644 to Richard V. Vanman to build a 42' x 80' airplane
storage hangar on Lot 74E, Crystal Airport, subject to
standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered the off -sale liquor license for
Richard G. Marsolais dba Crystal Liquors, 5924 West Broadway,
pertaining to a "sale to minor" violation.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to set 7:00 p.m, or as soon thereafter as the matter
may be heard, April 18, 1989, as the time and date for a
public hearing to consider the off -sale liquor license for
Richard G. Marsolais dba Crystal Liquors, 5924 West Broadway,
pertaining to a "sale to minor" violation and further to
authorize proper notice of such public hearing.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered a Resolution of Denial for
tentative plat approval of Bedman Addition located at 7025 -
46th Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 89-14
RESOLUTION DENYING PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF
PLAT FOR BEDMAN ADDITION
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
Mayor Herbes called a recess at 9 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:15 p.m.
5. The City Council considered a Resolution of Denial of
conditional use permits for Crystal Plaza Partnership at 6800
- 56th Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimed to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-15
RESOLUTION DENYING APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE AT
6800 - 56TH AVENUE NORTH (CRYSTAL PLAZA PROPOSAL)
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
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6. The City Council considered a request from the Crystal Frolics
Committee to allow Scouts to camp out overnight during the
Frolics on July 28, 29 and 30, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve a request from the Crystal Frolics Committee
to allow Scouts to camp out overnight at Becker Park during
the Crystal Frolics on July 28, 29 and 30, 1989.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered a preliminary cost estimate for
the Crystal Community Center from Anderson Dale Architects,
Inc. It was the consensus of the Council to eliminate
consideration of a third gym to keep the cost in line with the
bond issue figure voted on by the citizens of Crystal.
8. The City Council considered the Northern Mayor's Association
Economic Development Effort.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-16
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR
THE PURPOSE OF PROMOTING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WITH THE
NORTHERN SUBURBS, AND, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A JOINT POWERS
AGREEMENT FOR SAME
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to appoint Mayor Herbes as a member of the Board of
Directors of the Joint Powers Agency for the purpose of
promoting Economic Development with the Northern Suburbs, and
to authorize a remittance in the amount of $11,761 as the
City's 1989 membership fee in the Joint Powers Agency, one
half to be taken from the Crystal Housing and Redevelopment
Authority's Budget and one half to be taken from Dues and
Subscriptions (Account 4413) in Department 10.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered price quotations to re -trim and
fertilize trees on 33rd Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to authorize Outside Services to re -trim and fertilize
trees in the amount of $375 on 33rd Avenue North, working in
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conjunction with the Manager, Park & Recreation Director and
the citizens involved.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered First Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment to Delete Public Involvement Requirements and
Increase the Minimum Density for Elderly Housing. Those
appearing on the matter were: Greg Lundeen, 6125 - 36th
Avenue North; John Paulson, 320 Edgewood Avenue North, Golden
Valley; David Anderson, Crystal Planning Commission Member.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance with change in
allowable minimum density of one unit per 1250 square feet:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE WITH
REGARD TO ELDERLY HOUSING
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
April 4, 1989.
By roll call and voting aye: Rygg, Carlson, Smothers; voting
no: Moravec, Grimes, Herbes, Langsdorf.
Motion Failed.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to accept Planning Commission's recommendation as
proposed using allowable minimum density of one unit per 1500
square feet. No vote taken to consider a tabling motion.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to table.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf; voting no: Rygg.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 11 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened
at 11:10 p.m.
11. The City Council considered Advisory Commissioner recruitment
for the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council. Staff was
directed to place on next agenda to allow Council time to
recruit members.
12. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
concerning recycling.
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Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO RECYCLING
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
April 4, 1989.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council considered the Infrastructure Project to
overlay Fairview Avenue between Nevada and Douglas Avenues.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve Infrastructure Project to overlay Fairview
Avenue between Nevada and Douglas Avenues and appropriated up
to $58,000 from the Infrastructure Fund.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council considered a Feasibility Study for curb and
gutter construction on 57th Avenue, Welcome Avenue, Xenia
Avenue, and Vera Cruz Avenue north of Bass Lake Road.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter
may be heard, April 18, 1989, as the time and date for a
public hearing to discuss Feasibility Study for curb and
gutter construction on 57th Avenue, Welcome Avenue, Xenia
Avenue, and Vera Cruz Avenue north of Bass Lake Road.
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council considered an agreement for BRW invoices for
Becker Park projects and the County Road 81 intersection
project, and tennis court settlement agreement.
A. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve final invoice for services related to five
construction projects associated with the Becker Park
Redevelopment in the amount of $424,115.35.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve invoice for design services rendered by
BRW on the County Road 81/County Road 10 Intersection
Improvement Project in the amount of $66,399.98.
Motion Carried.
C. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve tennis court settlement agreement, and
further to authorize Mayor and City Manager to sign such
agreement.
Motion Carried.
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16. The City Council considered the removal of Burt Genis from the
Park & Recreation Advisory Commission due to poor attendance
at regular meetings.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve removal of Burt Genis from the Park &
Recreation Advisory Commission due to poor attendance at
regular meetings, effective as of this date.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council considered a tax increment financing tour for
legislators.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to direct staff to invite legislators for a tour of
the tax increment financing districts in Crystal (Bass Lake
Road/Becker Park).
Motion Carried.
18. The City Council considered selection of a local committee to
promote the 1990 census. Staff was directed to place on next
agenda.
OPEN FORUM:
Mark Warnack, Secretary of Crystal Fire Fighters' Relief
Association, appeared regarding Art Quady, Fire Chief.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Reports were given by Commission liaisons as follows:
HRA - Councilmember Moravec
Human Relations Commission - Councilmember Grimes
Long -Range Planning Commission - Councilmember Rygg
Environmental Quality Commission - Councilmember Langsdorf
Park & Recreation Advisory Commission - Councilmember Smothers
Upon advice of the City Attorney, the City Council directed the
City Clerk to insert a roll call vote on the adoption of the City
Charter Admendment in the Council minutes of February 21, 1989,
item #9.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers 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, with the
addition of a tree trimmer's license for Golden Leaf Tree
Service, 1408 Sumter Avenue North, Golden Valley, and further,
that such list be incorporated into and made a part of this
motion as though set forth in full herein.
Motion Carried.
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Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 11:50 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on April 4, 1989 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, Grimes, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf.
Absent: Rygg. 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; Darlene George, City Clerk; Julie Jones, Redevelopment
Coordinator.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor acknowledged a donation of $500 to the Crystal Fire
Department from the Elk's Lodge to be used toward a purchase of
rechargeable flashlights.
The Mayor issued a proclamation in appreciation for volunteers for
the week of April 9-15, 1989 which has been designated as National
Volunteer Recognition Week.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of a request for waiver of fee on a temporary
sign permit for an open house at the John T. Irving Fire
Station on May 20, 1989, as submitted by Crystal Fire Fighters
Relief Association.
2. Consideration of a charitable gambling application to hold a
raffle at the John T. Irving Fire Station on May 20, 1989, as
submitted by Crystal Fire Fighters Relief Association.
3. Consideration of a request from the Crystal Police Department
to hold its Annual Bicycle Auction on Saturday, April 22,
1989, at the Crystal City Garage.
4. Consideration of a solicitor's permit from NE/NW Y.M.C.A. to
collect non-perishable food items door-to-door on April 28,
1989, from 7 to 9 p.m. to be given to PRISM food shelf.
5. Consideration of a request for waiver of fee for Crystal
Little League Food Establishment to operate a concession stand
The City
Council considered the minutes of the
regular meeting of
the City
Council of March 21, 1989.
Moved by
Councilmember Carlson and seconded by
Councilmember
Smothers
to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting of the City
Council
of March 21, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of a request for waiver of fee on a temporary
sign permit for an open house at the John T. Irving Fire
Station on May 20, 1989, as submitted by Crystal Fire Fighters
Relief Association.
2. Consideration of a charitable gambling application to hold a
raffle at the John T. Irving Fire Station on May 20, 1989, as
submitted by Crystal Fire Fighters Relief Association.
3. Consideration of a request from the Crystal Police Department
to hold its Annual Bicycle Auction on Saturday, April 22,
1989, at the Crystal City Garage.
4. Consideration of a solicitor's permit from NE/NW Y.M.C.A. to
collect non-perishable food items door-to-door on April 28,
1989, from 7 to 9 p.m. to be given to PRISM food shelf.
5. Consideration of a request for waiver of fee for Crystal
Little League Food Establishment to operate a concession stand
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at Moore Field, 48th and Douglas Drive, on April 1 thru August
20, 1989.
6. Consideration of a solicitor's permit from Greenpeace Action
to solicit donations door-to-door April 5 thru 30, 1989.
7. Consideration of a one -day off-site lawful gambling
application from the Lions Club of Crystal to be held at
Becker Park on Saturday, July 29, 1989 (Crystal Frolics).
8. Consideration of a charitable gambling license renewal for
V.F.W. Post #494, 5222 -56th Avenue North.
9. Set public hearing for May 2, 1989 for Improvement Project for
curb and gutter construction on Brunswick Avenue between 46th
and 47th Avenues.
10. Set public hearing for May 2, 1989 for Improvement Project to
pave alley east of Welcome Avenue between 38th and 39th
Avenues.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Public Hearing:
1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as
advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council
will consider preliminary design of Northwest Corridor of
Light Rail Transit as submitted by Hennepin County Regional
Railroad Authority. The Mayor asked those present to voice
their opinions or to ask questions concerning the proposed
plat. A presentation was made by representatives of Hennepin
County and BRW, Inc. Also present and heard were: Lois
Degendorfer, 6309 Brentwood, Tim Hagan, 5612 Corvallis Avenue
North, and Ms. Braves, Regional Transit Board.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to accept the City Engineer's report and direct staff
to prepare findings of fact consistent with discussion for the
April 18, 1989 Council meeting.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:22 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:35 p.m.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
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1. The City Council considered an application for appointment to
the Human Relations Commission from John C. Luzaich, 5724
Nevada Avenue North, for an unexpired term, expiring 12-31-89.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to appoint John C. Luzaich to the Human Relations
Commission for an unexpired term, expiring 12-31-89.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a request from the Environmental
Quality Commission to appoint Diane Christopher as their
representative to the Long -Range Planning Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint Diane Christopher of the Environmental
Quality Commission as their representative on the Long -Range
Planning Commission, for an unexpired term expiring 12-31-89.
Motion Carried.
3. Jim Richter of the Crystal Little League appeared before the
Council regarding delay in construction of the Community
Center so that Little League can finish the season. Also
appearing and heard were: Mark Tsatsos, 3127 Georgia Avenue
North, and Daniel Rea, 6256 Rhode Island Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson to keep west field open until
July 15, 1989.
Motion Failed for lack of a second.
Staff was directed to consult with the architects to see what they
could do to make development of west field as late as they can,
investigate possibility of using Welcome Park rather than Forest
School as an alternate field, and consult with proper parties to
see if cemetery property could be used for an alternate field.
4. The City Council considered First Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment to delete public involvement requirements and
increase the minimum density for elderly housing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to remove this item from the table.
Motion Carried.
Greg Lundeen, 6125 - 36th Avenue North, appeared and was
heard.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING REGULATIONS:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE
BY MODIFYING SECTION 515.27 AND REPEALING PARTS
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OF SECTIONS 515.03, 515.09, 515.15 AND 515.27
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
April 18, 1989.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; voting no: Carlson; absent and not
voting: Rygg.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
concerning recycling. Shirlie Lundgren, 6307 - 34th Avenue
North, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-4
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO RECYCLING
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment to the City Code regarding refuse hauling districts.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE
SECTION 605 REGARDING REFUSE COLLECTION DISTRICTS
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
April 18, 1989.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered a recommendation from the Human
Relations Commission for removal of James Darmer and Judy Rice
from the commission due to poor attendance at regular
meetings.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to remove James Darmer and Judy Rice from the Human
Relations Commission due to poor attendance at regular
meetings.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered selection of a local committee to
promote the 1990 census. It was the consensus of the Council
to eliminate the selection of a committee but to promote the
1990 census in the City Newsletter and the Post News.
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9. The City Council considered Advisory Commissioner recruitment
for the N.W. Hennepin Human Services Council. Staff was
advised to promote recruitment in City Newsletter. Council
liaison to the Human Relations Commission will also work on
recruitment of Commissioners.
10. The City Council discussed the 1990 City of Crystal Budget
Preparation Schedule.
11. The City Council discussed an Economic Development Authority
for the City of Crystal. Shirlie Lundgren, 6307 - 34th Avenue
North, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to call a Special Meeting on April 27, 1989 at 7:30
p.m. to discuss an Economic Development Authority for the City
of Crystal.
Motion Carried.
Staff was directed to invite City Commissions to the meeting.
OPEN FORUM:
Dennis Buck, 7109 Valley Place, appeared concerning a police call
to his home. Staff was directed to investigate complaint.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
12. The City Council discussed the violation of Richard Marsolais
of Crystal Liquors, 5924 West Broadway, regarding sale of
liquor to a minor.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the recommendation of City staff to
suspend the off -sale liquor license for Crystal Liquors, 5924
West Broadway, for one day from 8 a.m. on April 10, 1989 until
1 a.m. on April 11, 1989.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council considered a request of the Paddock Bar, 5540
Lakeland, to extend their liquor license to include their
parking lot for a softball benefit on April 15, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve a request from the Paddock Bar, 5540
Lakeland Avenue North, to extend their liquor license to
include the parking lot for a softball benefit on April 15,
1989 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers 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
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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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
April 18, 1989
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on April 18, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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, Assistant 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 acknowledged the donation of a $2500 check from the
Crystal Lions Club to the Crystal Fire Department for the purchase
of chain saws for opening roofs.
The Mayor acknowledged a donation of a $500 check from the Knights
of Columbus and a $200 check from the Kiwanis Club of North
Hennepin both of which will be used to offset the cost of materials
purchased for Project DARE.
The City Council considered the minutes of the regular meeting of
the City Council of April 4, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the City
Council of April 4, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Set public hearing for May 2, 1989 to consider variance
applications for density, parking and unit size at Calibre
Chase, 6315 - 55th Avenue North.
2. Set public hearing for May 2, 1989 to consider easement
vacation at 6619 - 31st Avenue North.
3. Set public hearing for May 2, 1989 to consider variance
applications to vary the lot area requirements, to encroach in
the required 40' rear yard setback, to encroach in the
required 30' front yard setback, to encroach in the required
50' setback from the intersection for a curb cut for a single
family dwelling at 4500 Adair Avenue North and to waive the
$300 fee as requested by the Crystal HRA.
4. Set public hearing for May 2, 1989 to consider a request to
grant a variance of 1.5' in the required 5' side yard setback
to build a 20' x 28' attached garage on the existing house at
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4313 Florida Avenue North as requested by Kimberly and Philip
Meinert.
5. Set public hearing for May 2, 1989 to consider a request to
grant a variance of 22' in the required 40' rear yard setback
for a 10' x 26' addition on the existing house at 6712 Valley
Place as requested by Achievements in Design for Roger and
Constance Grumdahl.
6. Set public hearing for May 2, 1989 to consider a request to
grant a variance of 5' in the required 40' rear yard setback
for a 11' x 24' addition on the existing house at 4702 Douglas
Drive as requested by Achievements in Design for Steven and
Bonnie Pechtel.
7. Consideration of a one -day off-site gambling application from
Knights of Columbus, 4947 West Broadway, for July 30, 1989 at
Becker Park for the Crystal Frolics.
8. Consideration of a gambling license renewal application for
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at Nicklows, 3516 North Lilac
Drive.
9. Consideration of application for itinerant food establishment
license at Paddock Bar, 5540 Lakeland Avenue North, on April
15, 1989.
10. Consideration of a license for Lions Club of Crystal to sell
3.2 beer at the Fireman's Open House on May 20, 1989 at the
John T. Irving Fire Station and request for waiver of fee.
11. Consideration of approval of three temporary signs with waiver
of fee for Crystal Bicycle Auction to be held on April 22.
Signs to be located at City Hall, 6129 - 31 42nd Avenue North,
and 4100 Douglas Drive, on April 19, 1989 and will be taken
down after the auction on April 22, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to remove items #1 and #3 from the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve the Consent Agenda with removal of items #1
and #3.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to amend the motion to include removal of item #8 for
discussion.
Motion Carried.
Items #1 and #3 were discussed.
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Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve items #1 and 43 on the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
Item #8 was discussed.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve item #8 on 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 curb and gutter improvements on Vera Cruz, 57th,
Welcome, and Xenia Avenues north of Bass Lake Road. The Mayor
asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning the improvements. Those present and
heard were: Mark Luby, 5656 Xenia Avenue North; Mary
Toensing, 5514 -57th Avenue North; Betty Linne, 5502 -57th
Avenue North; Lloyd Schreiner, 5608 -57th Avenue North; Dale
Nix, 5602 -57th Avenue North; Mary Fort, 5637 Vera Cruz.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to direct staff to come back to the Council with a
recommendation and a smaller scale proposal.
Councilmember Moravec removed his motion and directed staff to
investigate the possibility of another option.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to deny Curb and Gutter Improvement Project #89-4.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered authorization to issue building
permit #1705 to Michael R. Finn to build a 45' x 48' airplane
hangar on Lot 9B, Crystal Airport.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve authorization to issue building permit #1705
to Michael R. Finn to build a 45' x 48' airplane hangar on Lot
9B, Crystal Airport, subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered authorization to issue building
permit #1711 to Ray Johnson of Kurt Mfg. Co. to build a 14' x
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60' addition to the existing airplane hangar on Lot 21A-2,
Crystal Airport. Ray Johnson appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization to issue building permit #1711
to Ray Johnson of Kurt Mfg. Co. to build a 14' x 60' addition
to the existing airplane hangar on Lot 21A-2, Crystal Airport,
subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered authorization to issue building
permit #1658 to Kentucky Fried Chicken to remodel at 6817 -
56th Avenue North. Dan Dege, Architect for Kentucky Fried
Chicken, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve authorization to issue building permit
#1658 to Kentucky Fried Chicken to remodel and make a small
addition at 6817 - 56th Avenue North, subject to standard
procedure.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered a recommendation from the Park &
Recreation Advisory Commission to include the architect's fee
for the addition of a third gym to the community center
construction budget and add the construction of the third gym
as a deduct alternate. Mark Hoffman and Marlyn Theisen of the
Park & Recreation Advisory Commission appeared and were heard.
Also Lorraine Bedman, 7025 - 46th Avenue North, was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the inclusion of the architect's fee for
the addition of a third gym to the community center
construction budget and add the construction of the third gym
as a deduct alternate, so if the construction bids come within
the $3,500,000 budget, the third gym could be constructed.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered a waiver of plat requirement to
approve a lot split as requested at 4166 Hampshire Avenue
North by Victor Hanks.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-16A
RESOLUTION APPROVING PROPERTY SPLIT
INVOLVING 6613 - 42ND AVENUE (P.I.D. #17-118-21-0044)
AND 4166 HAMPSHIRE AVENUE (P.I.D. #17-118-21-14-0045)
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By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
6. The City Council considered a conditional use permit to allow
a landscape contractor's storage and retail in an I-2 (Heavy
Industrial) District at 5612 Corvallis Avenue North as
requested by Ron Graves Contracting.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve application #89-7, as submitted by Ron
Graves, for a conditional use permit to allow a landscape
contractor's storage and retail in an I-2 (Heavy Industrial)
District at 5612 Corvallis Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered an Amendment to the Zoning
Ordinance concerning lot area requirements for R-1 (Single
Family Residential) District as requested by Lorraine Bedman,
7025 - 46th Avenue North. Lorraine Bedman appeared and was
heard.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers to table the item.
Motion failed for lack of a second.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to deny an Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to
reduce lot area requirements for R-1 (Single Family
Residential) District to 6000 square feet (Section 515.15,
Subdivision 2 d) 1) i)).
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:45 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:58 p.m.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment Related to Elderly Housing. Those present and heard
were: Al Schempp, 6326 - 36th Avenue North; Greg Lundeen,
6125 - 36th Avenue North; Dave Laughlin, 6115 - 36th Avenue
North; John Paulson, 320 Edgewood Avenue North, Golden Valley.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to deny second reading of the ordinance amendment.
By roll call and voting aye: Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers;
voting no: Moravec, Grimes, Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to table the item.
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By roll call and voting aye: Rygg, Herbes, Smothers; voting
no: Moravec, Grimes, Carlson, Langsdorf.
Motion Failed.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to move the previous question.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; voting no: Moravec, Rygg.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING REGULATIONS:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 515.27, SUBDIVISION 4 d):
REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTIONS 515.03, SUBDIVISION 71;
515.09, SUBDIVISION 8 0); 515.15, SUBDIVISION 2 d) 4) iii);
515.15, SUBDIVISION 5 c); AND 515.27, SUBDIVISION 4 c)
and further that this be the second and final reading.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Langsdorf;
voting no: Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers.
Motion Failed.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to send the ordinance amendment back to the Planning
Commission.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Herbes,
Langsdorf; voting no: Rygg, Carlson, Smothers.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered a resolution of findings for Light
Rail Transit preliminary design on Northwest Corridor.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-17
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY DESIGN PLANS FOR
THE NORTHWEST CORRIDOR OF LIGHT RAIL TRANSIT
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By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
10. The City Council considered a request for reconsideration of
Proffesors Addition preliminary plat.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to reconsider Proffesors Addition preliminary plat.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers; voting no: Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered project authorization for slope
stabilization on Bassett Creek at Brunswick Avenue crossing.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization for slope stabilization on
Bassett Creek at Brunswick Avenue crossing as recommended by
the City Engineer.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to accept the feasibility report for Alley
Improvements Project #89-6.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Amendment
to the Ordinance to include garage sales as an accessory use
in residential districts.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO GARAGE SALES;
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 515.19,
SUBDIVISION 3 BY ADDING A SUBDIVISION
12. The City
Council considered acceptance of
feasibility report
for curb
and gutter improvements on Brunswick
Avenue between
46th and
47th Avenues.
Moved by
Councilmember Grimes and seconded
by Councilmember
Smothers
to accept the feasibility report
for Curb and Gutter
Improvement Project #89-5.
Motion Carried.
13. The City
Council considered the acceptance
of the feasibility
report for alley improvements west of Welcome
Avenue between
38th and
39th Avenues.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to accept the feasibility report for Alley
Improvements Project #89-6.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Amendment
to the Ordinance to include garage sales as an accessory use
in residential districts.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO GARAGE SALES;
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 515.19,
SUBDIVISION 3 BY ADDING A SUBDIVISION
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and further, that the second and final reading be held on May
2, 1989.
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
relating to Park Dedication.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-5
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PARK
DEDICATION: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE
BY ADDING SECTION 510
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
16. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
regarding refuse hauling districts.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-6
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO RECYCLING
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council considered the City's membership in the
Municipal Amicus Program (MAP) through the League of Minnesota
Cities.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the City's membership in the Municipal
Amicus Program (MAP) through the League of Minnesota Cities.
Motion Carried.
18. The City Council discussed the property owned by the City at
4836 Douglas Drive.
Council consensus was to direct staff to obtain quotes for
demolition of the house.
19. The City Council discussed Fiscal Disparities legislation.
Councilmember Carlson read a resolution prepared for approval
by the Council.
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Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 89-18
RESOLUTION REGARDING FISCAL DISPARITIES 1989
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
20. The City Council considered award of bid for the 1989
maintenance materials.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-19
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
21. The City Council discussed its regular meeting of May 16, June
6, and July 4, 1989. Meetings were set as follows:
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to change the May 16, 1989 Council meeting time. The
meeting will convene at 8 p.m. rather than 7 p.m. due to
District 281 School Board Election.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to change the June 6, 1989 Council meeting date to
June 5, 1989 at 7 p.m.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to change the July 4, 1989 Council meeting date to
July 5, 1989 at 7 p.m.
Motion Carried.
22. The City Council considered the auctioneer license for the
Crystal Bicycle Auction to be held April 22, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the auctioneer license of Lemay Johnson,
Garrison, Minnesota, for the Crystal Bicycle Auction and a
waiver of the license fee.
Motion Carried.
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INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Consideration of 1989 Annual LMC Conference to be held June 6 thru
June 9, 1989.
Stop sign petition received on 4-18-89 for 47th and Welcome
Avenues.
Water main breakdown - Douglas Drive.
23. The City Council discussed an easement vacation at 5003
Angeline Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to set a public hearing for May 2, 1989 to discuss
easement vacation at 5003 Angeline Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
Council Liaison reports were given as follows:
Councilmember Moravec -Crystal HRA
Councilmember Grimes -Human Relations Commission
Councilmember Smothers -Park & Recreation Advisory Commission
Discussion was held regarding recycling letter to be sent to
residents of Crystal.
Mrs. Bedman, 7025 -46th Avenue North, was heard regarding a
complaint of air pollution in her neighborhood at night.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting adjourned at 10:50 p.m.
Motion Carried.
Mayor
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April 27, 1989
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Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by
Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the Special Meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on April 27, 1989, at 7:30 P.M., at
4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were
present: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Langsdorf.
Absent was: Smothers. Also in attendance were the following staff
members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John A. Olson, Assistant City
Manager; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; William Monk, Public Works
Director; Darlene George, City Clerk.
The following Commission members were present:
Planning Commission: Elsen, Feyereisen, Nystrom, Kamp, Anderson.
Human Relations Commission: West, Ehret, Luzaick.
Park & Recreation Advisory Commission: Reid.
Charter Commission: Irving, Meintsma, Garber, Anderson,
Feyereisen.
The Crystal HRA roll was called and the following were present:
Gates, Irving, Meintsma, Garber, Moravec.
Crystal citizen Shirlie Lundgren, 6307 - 34th Avenue North,
appeared and was heard.
The City Attorney explained the establishment and function of both
a Housing and Redevelopment Authority and an Economic Development
Authority.
The City Council discussed the implementation of an Economic
Development Authority for the City of Crystal with the
commissioners and citizens in attendance.
Meeting adjourned by the Mayor at 8:45 p.m.
Mayor
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BOARD OF EQUALIZATION
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Crystal
Council convened as a Board of Equalization on May 2, 1989, 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: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. Also in attendance were the following staff members:
Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John Olson, Assistant City Manager;
David Kennedy, City Attorney; William Barber, Assistant 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.
Glen Buzitsky, Hennepin County Principal Appraiser, was present to
discuss the 1989 assessment rolls and answer questions from those
present. Those residents heard were:
George Merriam, 6626 Fairview Avenue North, PID 08-118-21-14-0107
Arie Mann, 6024-32 - 42nd Avenue North, PID 16-118-21-23-0076
Peter Bruske, 4916 Bernard Avenue North, PID 09-118-21-11-0006
Norton Glass, 6612 - 46th Place, PID 08-118-21-44-0109
Roberta Veech, 4226 Louisiana Avenue North, PID 17-118-21-12-0097
(represented by T. Stauffnecker)
Nancy & Don Chandler, 6806 - 58th Ave. N., PID 05-118-21-13-0119
Gerald Oppermann, 2917 Kentucky Ave. N., PID 20-118-21-43-0126
John Silcott, 3301 Edgewood Avenue North, PID 20-118-21-14-0076
Complaints received by mail were from:
John R. Paulson, 5924 West Broadway, PID 05-118-21-24-0091
Michael Halek, 3133-41 Douglas Drive, PID 20-118-21-41-0077
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to affirm the assessment rolls as presented by the
City Assessor.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adjourn the Board of Equalization.
Motion Carried.
Mayor
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on May 2, 1989 at 7:00 P.M., or as
soon thereafter as the meeting may be convened, at 4141 Douglas
Drive, Crystal, Minnesota.
The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were
present: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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, Assistant Building Inspector; Darlene George, City
Clerk; Daniel Smith, Assistant City Engineer; Julie Jones,
Redevelopment Coordinator; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director.
The Mayor acknowledged the receipt of a $300 donation from Olivet
Baptist Church to be distributed equally to the Fire Department,
Police Department, and the Park & Recreation Department.
The City Council considered the minutes of the regular meeting of
April 18, 1989 and the special meeting of April 27, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember Smothers
to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council
April 18, 1989 and the special meeting of April 27, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of a charitable gambling license renewal for
Minnesota Therapeutic Camp at Rostamo's, 6014 Lakeland Avenue
North.
2. Set public hearing for May 16, 1989, at 8 p.m., to consider
1989 Sealcoat Program in District 3.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Public Hearing:
1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as
advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council
will consider variance applications for density, parking and
unit size for additional units at Calibre Chase, 6315 - 55th
Avenue North. The Mayor asked those present to voice their
opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those
present and heard were: Mr. Madison, resident of Calibre
Chase.
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Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to continue the public hearing to June 5, 1989 and
notify affected property owners.
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 set as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider
variance applications to vary the lot area requirements, to
encroach in the required 40' rear yard setback, to encroach in
the required 30' front yard setback, to encroach in the
required 50' setback from the intersection for a curb cut for
a single family dwelling at 4500 Adair Avenue North and to
waive the $300 fee as requested by the Housing & Redevelopment
Authority of the City of Crystal. The Mayor asked those
present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning
the variances. Those present and heard were: Frances
Feyereisen, 3411 Yates Avenue North (Member of Planning
Commission); Paulette Magnuson, 3159 Jersey Avenue North
(Member of Planning Commission); Lorraine Bedman, 7025 - 46th
Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to deny as recommended by and based on the findings of
fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant to
Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to 1) vary or modify
the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 4 a) to grant
a variance of 20' in the required 40' rear yard setback; 2) to
vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd.
2 a) to grant a variance of 9' in the required 30' front yard
setback; 3) to vary or modify the strict application of
Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 4) to grant a variance of 14' in
the required 50' setback from the intersection for a curb cut
for a single family dwelling at 4500 Adair Avenue North as
requested in applications #89-8, #89-9, #89-10 and #89-11, and
further to waive the $300 fee as requested by the Housing &
Redevelopment Authority of the City of Crystal.
Motion Carried.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; voting no: Moravec.
Motion Carried.
3. 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 1.5' in the required 5' side yard setback to build
a 20' x 28' attached garage on the existing house at 4313
Florida Avenue North as requested by Kimberly and Philip
Meinert. The Mayor asked those present to voice their
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opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. Those
present and heard were: Kimberly Meinert.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to grant as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant
to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify
the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 3 a) 1), to
grant a variance of 1.5' in the required 5' side yard setback
to build a 20' x 28' attached garage on the existing house at
4313 Florida Avenue North as requested in application #89-15.
Motion Carried.
4. 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 to grant a variance of 5' in the required 40' rear
yard setback for an 11' x 24' addition on the existing house
at 4702 Douglas Drive as requested by Achievements in Design
for Steven and Bonnie Pechtel. The Mayor asked those present
to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this
matter. No one appeared.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to grant as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant
to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify
the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 4 a), to grant
a variance of 5' in the required 40' rear yard setback for an
11' x 24' addition on the existing house and a 24' x 24'
detached double garage, at 4702 Douglas Drive as requested in
application #89-17.
Motion Carried.
5. 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 to grant a variance of 22' in the required 40' rear
yard setback for a 10' x 26' addition on the existing house at
6712 Valley Place as requested by Achievements in Design for
Roger and Constance Grumdahl. The Mayor asked those present
to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this
matter. No one appeared.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to grant as recommended by and based on the findings of
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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. 4 a), to grant a
variance of 22' in the required 40' rear yard setback for a
10' x 26' addition on the existing house at 6712 Valley Place
as requested in application #89-16.
Motion Carried.
6. 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 improvement project to construct curb and
gutter on Brunswick Avenue between 46th and 47th Avenues. The
Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard
were: Roger Peterson, 4652 Brunswick Avenue North; Allen
Evenson, 6101 - 47th Avenue North; Paul Olson, 6024 - 46th
Avenue North; Steven Schleif, 4629 Brunswick Avenue North;
Bill Moore, 4646 Brunswick Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Leppa to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-20
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 89-5
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
7. 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 improvement project to reconstruct alley east
of Welcome Avenue between 38th and 39th Avenues North. The
Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard
were: Greg Smith, 3835 Vera Cruz Avenue North; Jan Zajak,
3801 Vera Cruz Avenue North; Harold Walberg, 3800 Welcome
Avenue North; John McPartlan, 3832 Welcome Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-21
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 89-6
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The Mayor called a recess at 9:06 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:20 p.m.
8. 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 utility and drainage easement on
Lots 1 and 2, Block 3 of Sunnyview Hills, at 6619 - 31st
Avenue North. The Mayor asked those present to voice their
opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter. No one
appeared.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE VACATING CERTAIN EASEMENTS WITHIN
THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
and further, that the second and final reading be held on May
16, 1989.
Motion Carried.
9. 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 portion of utility and drainage
easement on Lot 2, Block 1, Larson Rolling Green of Crystal,
at 5003 Angeline Avenue North. The Mayor asked those present
to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this
matter. No one appeared.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE VACATING CERTAIN EASEMENTS WITHIN
THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
and further, that the second and final reading be held on May
16, 1989.
May 2, 1989
page 428
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered applications for appointment to
the Human Relations Commission from James Craig Allison, 4315
Welcome Avenue North, and Lois M. Darg, 3243 Zane Avenue
North, for an unexpired term, expiring 12-31-89 and an
unexpired term expiring 12-31-90.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to appoint James Craig Allison, 4315 Welcome Avenue
North, to the Human Relations Commission for an unexpired term
expiring 12-31-89.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to appoint Lois M. Darg, 3243 Zane Avenue North, to
the Human Relations Commission for an unexpired term expiring
12-31-90.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered an application for appointment to
the Planning Commission from Bruce Smith, 5701 Rhode Island
Avenue North, for an unexpired term expiring 12-31-90.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to appoint Bruce Smith, 5701 Rhode Island Avenue
North, to the Planning Commission for an unexpired term
expiring 12-31-90.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered applications for appointment to
the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission from Gail Spaulding,
3913 Idaho Avenue North, and Luzetta Kenney, 2827 Hampshire
Avenue North for an unexpired term expiring 12-31-90.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to appoint Gail Spaulding, 3913 Idaho Avenue North, to
the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission for an unexpired
term expiring 12-31-90.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered a petition for a stop sign at 48th
and Zane Avenues North. Those present and heard were: Mike
McLennan, 4806 Zane Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson to approve the installation of
a stop sign at 48th and Zane Avenues North.
Motion failed for lack of a second.
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5. The City Council considered a petition for stop signs on
Welcome Avenue and 47th Avenue.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers to deny installation of stop
signs on Welcome Avenue and 47th Avenue North.
Motion failed for lack of a second.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve installation of stop signs on Welcome Avenue
and 47th Avenue North.
By roll call and voting aye: Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Langsdorf; voting no: Moravec, Grimes, Smothers.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered the award of bid to Viking Fence
to furnish and install playground equipment at three City
parks (Crystal Heights, Lee, and Iron Horse).
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-22
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
7. The City Council considered a request as submitted by Pizza
Hut of America, Inc. to rezone property from B-2 (Limited
Commercial) District to B-4 (Community Commercial) District
and variance request for a conditional use permit to allow a
convenience food establishment (pizza take-out) in a B-4
District at 3600 Douglas Drive, Lot 7, Block 1, Schwartz
Addition. Present and heard were: Allan Broholm, Senior Real
Estate Representative for Pizza Hut; Mark Feyereisen, 3404
Zane Avenue North, Employee of Pizza Hut; Greg Lundeen, 6125 -
36th Avenue North; Betty Lund, 6403 - 36th Avenue North;
Georgia Hanson (did not give her address).
A. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: CHANGING THE
USE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LANDS
May 2, 1989
page 430
and further that the second and final reading be held on May
16, 1989.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve a conditional use permit to allow a
convenience food establishment (pizza take-out) in a B-4
District at 3600 Douglas Drive, Lot 7, Block 1, Schwartz
Addition as requested in variance application #89-6,
conditions to include upgrading of fences on north and east
sides of property, addressing the issue of litter, and
specific hours of operation, with the intent of review on a
periodic basis to see if permit needs to be revised.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council reconsidered the preliminary plat of
Proffesors Addition, 32nd Avenue North and Florida. Those
present and heard were: Grady Boeck, representing Scott
Kevitt; Ralph Dorweiler, 3208 Hampshire Ave. N.; Ken Larson,
3226 Hampshire Ave. N.; Bill O'Brien (did not give address);
Joe Kelly, 3232 Hampshire Ave. N.; Bob Woods, 3222 Florida
Ave. N.; Steve Sigel, 3200 Florida Ave. N.; Lorraine Bedman,
7025 -46th Ave. N.; Scott Kevitt, Developer.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to continue until May 16, 1989, the discussion of
tentative approval of proposed plat Proffesors Addition
located at 32nd Avenue North and Florida to allow the City
Engine@r to report back to the City Council regarding grading
system and plat preference.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 11:40 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 11:45 p.m.
9. The City Council considered a request to reconsider recent
Council denials of the Bedman Addition preliminary plat and
the Ordinance Amendment to reduce single family residential
lot area requirements.
The Mayor called for a motion to reconsider the Bedman Addition
preliminary plat and Ordinance Amendment to reduce single family
residential lot area requirements. No motion was heard; no action
taken. Councilmember Moravec was out of the room during this item.
10. The City Council considered Second Reading of an Amendment to
the Ordinance to include garage sales as an accessory use in
residential districts.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
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ORDINANCE NO. 89-7
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO GARAGE SALES: AMENDING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 515.19, SUBD. 3, BY
ADDING A SUBDIVISION
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
Councilmember Moravec was out of the room during this action.
11. The City Council considered a proposed change in the schedule
for the Community Center project from Anderson Dale
Architects.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve, as recommended by the City Manager, a
proposed change in the schedule for the Community Center
project from Anderson Dale Architects.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council discussed watering restrictions for 1989.
The City Council directed staff to prepare a report and
background information.
13. The City Council discussed setting a public hearing regarding
an Economic Development Authority for the City of Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to direct the City Attorney to prepare documentation
of necessary steps to set a public hearing and prepare a
schedule for publishing notice of same for consideration by
the Council.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers; voting no: Moravec, Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Councilmember Langsdorf reported on the Environmental Commission
and asked the Council's input regarding a Housing Maintenance Code.
It was the consensus of the Council that the Commission should
proceed with their efforts regarding a Housing Maintenance Code.
Councilmember Moravec reported on the Crystal HRA.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers 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,
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page 432
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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 12:05 a.m.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on May 16, 1989 at 8:00 P.M., at 4141
Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota.
The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were
present: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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; Art
Quady, Fire Chief.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor acknowledged the receipt of donations to the Park and
Recreation Department from Westphal American Legion Post #251 in
the amount of $440 for a bench at Becker Park; from Crystal Lions
Club in the amount of $1,250 for benches at Becker Park, $750 for
Metropolitan Boys Choir concert and $1,000 to the Crystal Frolics
Committee; and from Ladies Auxiliary/Charles Knaeble Post #494 in
the amount of $440 for a bench at Becker Park.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Board of
Equalization and the Regular City Council meeting of May 2, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Board of Equalization
meeting and the Regular City Council meeting of May 2, 1989.
Motion Carried.
Bill Barber, a member of the American Red Cross, presented a plaque
to the City of Crystal for the most money raised for the Mayors'
Swim -A -Cross; Councilmember Smothers displayed a plaque presented
to the Crystal Lions Club as the civic group donating the most
money to the Mayors' Swim -A -Cross.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of a charitable gambling license from Church of
St. Raphael's, 7301 Bass Lake Road, for their festival August
4, 5, and 6, 1989.
2. Set public hearing for June 5, 1989 for consideration of a
request to grant a variance of 2' in the required 40' rear
yard setback for a 14' x 16' addition on the existing house at
3024 Wisconsin Avenue North as requested by Richard Miners.
3. Consideration to extend the approved solicitor's permit for
Crystal Fire Cadets - Explorer Post #2071, 4141 Douglas Drive,
to sell candy door to door from May 20, 1989 through June 20,
1989.
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4. Set public hearing for June 5, 1989 to consider a request to
grant a variance at 3136 Hampshire Avenue North as requested
by Chris Knight.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
Councilmember Moravec arrived at 8:10 p.m.
The City Council considered the following Public Hearing:
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 1989 Sealcoat Program in District 3. The
Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard
were: John Bobleter, 4536 Colorado Avenue North; Mike Pohl,
4226 Zane Avenue North; John Larson, 4321 Welcome Avenue
North; Norton Glass, 6612 -46th Place; Mark Nelson, 4247 Xenia
Avenue North, Kelly Monroe, 54th & Florida; Resident, 6520-
47th Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-23
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE 1989
SEALCOAT PROJECT 89-2
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the preliminary plat of Proffesors
Addition, 32nd Avenue North and Florida. Those present and
heard were: Ken Larson, 3226 Hampshire Avenue North; Bob
Miller, Attorney for Mr. Kevitt, Developer; Bob Woods, 3222
Florida Avenue North; Marilyn O'Brien, owner of one acre north
of the development.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve tentative approval of proposed plat
Proffesors Addition located at 32nd Avenue North with the
following conditions: 1) The existing 27 -inch storm sewer be
extended to the north edge of Block 1; 2) A drainage easement
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be provided over all of Outlet A; 3) Concrete curb and gutter
be extended along 32nd Avenue in front of Lots 1 and 2 of
Block 1; 4) Soil correction be performed on Lots 1 and 2,
Block 1, and engineering reports certifying buildability be
filed with the City.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 9:28 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:37 p.m.
2. The City Council considered a bid for purchase of a new fire
truck. Manager proposal: purchase one truck with Accessory B
and look at purchasing the second truck dependent upon
legislative action.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-24
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
3. The City Council considered the First Reading of an ordinance
Related to Elderly Housing.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to amend the ordinance to read 1155 years of age"
rather than 1160 years of age" in Section 515.03, Subdivision
71.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; voting no: Moravec.
Motion Carried.
Greg Lundeen, 6125 -36th Avenue North, and Mike Kivel, 3510
Douglas Drive, appeared and were heard.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance as amended:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING REGULATIONS:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTIONS 515.03 AND 515.15
and further, that the second and final reading be held on June
5, 1989.
May 16, 1989
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By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers; voting no: Moravec, Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered the authorization to issue
building permit to R & J Investments to build a 70' x 50'
airplane hangar at Lot 9D, Crystal Airport.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve authorization to issue a building permit to
R & J Investments to build a 70' x 50' airplane hangar at Lot
9D, Crystal Airport, subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered the authorization to issue
building permit to Pizza Hut of America, Inc. for remodeling
the building at 3600 Douglas Drive.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization to issue building permit to
Pizza Hut of America, Inc. for remodeling the building at 3600
Douglas Drive.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Zoning for 3600 Douglas Drive.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-8
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING: CHANGING THE
USE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
for easement vacation at 6619 - 31st Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-9
AN ORDINANCE VACATING CERTAIN UTILITY EASEMENTS
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
for easement vacation at 5003 Angeline Avenue North.
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Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-10
AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN DRAINAGE
AND UTILITY EASEMENT
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered no parking designation on Lakeland
Avenue (County Road 81 Frontage Road) between 56th and 58th
Avenues.
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. 89-25
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT
OF A PARKING ZONE
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
10. The City Council considered a resolution regarding lead and
copper levels in potable water supplies.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-26
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING PROPOSED NEW EPA
RULES FOR LEAD AND COPPER
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
11. The City Council considered a resolution directing
establishment and approving refuse/recycling collection
districts and days of collection as established by the City
Manager.
A. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
May 16, 1989
page 438
RESOLUTION NO. 89-27
A RESOLUTION DIRECTING ESTABLISHMENT OF REFUSE
AND RECYCLING COLLECTION DISTRICTS
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
B. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-28
A RESOLUTION APPROVING REFUSE/RECYCLING COLLECTION
DISTRICTS AND DAYS OF COLLECTION AS
ESTABLISHED BY THE CITY MANAGER
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
12. The City Council considered First Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment restricting pickup times for commercial refuse
haulers and an amendment to the City Code regarding refuse
enclosures.
A. Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE
SECTION 645.05, SUBDIVISION 3
and further that the second and final reading be held on June
5, 1989.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE
REGARDING REFUSE ENCLOSURES
and further that the second and final reading be held on June
5, 1989.
Motion Carried.
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13, The City Council considered a recommendation from the Human
Relations Commission to reimburse Judy Rice $100 for graphic
work done on their brochure to date.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to authorize a reimbursement to Judy Rice in the amount
of $100 for graphic work done on the Human Relations
Commission brochure to date.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council considered the assignment of a staff person
to the Human Relations Commission. Staff will work with
Councilmember Grimes on the assignment.
15. The City Council considered First Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment to include Community Service Officers to have
authority to issue citations in lieu of arrest.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY; AMENDING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 960 BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further that the second and final reading be held on June
5, 1989.
Motion Carried.
16. The City Council considered a resolution setting fees for
secondhand goods dealers investigations.
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. 89-29
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING INVESTIGATION FEES:
LIQUOR LICENSES AND PAWN BROKER LICENSES
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
17. The City Council considered an enabling resolution for an
Economic Development Authority.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to set a public hearing for 7:00 P.M. or as soon
thereafter as the matter may be heard, June 20, 1989, on the
question of adopting an enabling resolution for the creation
of an Economic Development Authority for the City.
May 16, 1989
page 440
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; voting no: Moravec. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The City Council discussed parking restrictions on south side of
Fairview Avenue between Louisiana and Nevada Avenues.
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. 89-30
RESOLUTION PROHIBITING PARKING ON SOUTH SIDE
OF FAIRVIEW AVENUE BETWEEN LOUISIANA AND
NEVADA AVENUES
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The City Council considered acceptance of improvements at Calibre
Chase Apartments, 6315 -55th Avenue North, and release of surety in
the amount of $10,875.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to accept the work required as a condition of building
permit approval for Brutger Companies, subject to guaranty
provisions of the agreement, effective this date, and that
surety in the amount of $10,875 be released, subject to said
guarantee, as recommended by the City Engineer.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:50 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, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers.
Absent: Langsdorf. 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 Mayor acknowledged accomplishments of Police Manager Richard
Gautsch, and the following resolution was read, a copy of which was
presented to Mr. Gautsch.
RESOLUTION NO. 89-31
RESOLUTION COMMENDING POLICE MANAGER RICHARD GAUTSCH
No motion was entertained nor a vote taken.
The Mayor acknowledged a donation from the Crystal Lions Club in
the amount of $3,000 to the Park and Recreation Department to be
used for the following: benches - Becker Park (3) $1,390; Becker
Park concerts (Decades) $750; Crystal Community Center $1,110.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of May 16, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
of May 16, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of an application for a special permit to
consume liquor and beer at Lions Valley Place Park on July 15,
1989 for a picnic, as requested by Judith Wicklund, 2731 Vale
Crest Road.
2. Consideration of an application for a special permit to
consume liquor and beer at Bassett Creek Park on June 11, 1989
for a picnic, as requested by Ray Kodet, 5430 Maryland Avenue
North.
3. Consideration of an application for a special permit to
consume 3.2 beer at Bassett Creek Park on June 22, 1989 for
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the City of Crystal 2nd Annual Employee Picnic, as requested
by Jerry Dulgar, City Manager.
4. Consideration of a charitable gambling license renewal for
Celebrity Bowl Charities, Inc. at Doyle's Lanes.
5. Consideration of a request from Klein Shows and Crystal
Frolics Committee to operate a carnival at Becker Park for the
Crystal Frolics on July 28, 29 and 30, 1989. (Council
approved a waiver of this license fee on February 21, 1989.)
6. Consideration of the resignation of Cyril Soukup from the
Civil Service Commission effective June 1, 1989.
7. Consideration of a Charitable Gambling License application for
the Crystal Lions Club at Burlings Tally Ho Restaurant, 5216
West Broadway.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to remove item #5 from 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 density, parking and unit size variances at
Calibre Chase as requested by Brutger Companies for two
additional apartment units at 6315 - 55th Avenue North. The
Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning this matter.
The applicant requested withdrawal of the item from the
agenda.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. No action taken.
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
Moved by
Councilmember
Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to
approve the
Consent Agenda with the exception of
item #5.
Motion Carried.
Moved by
Councilmember
Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to
accept item
#5 of the Consent Agenda as presented if
hours of
operation of
the carnival remain the same as in 1988
which were
6 to 12 p.m.
on Friday; 12:00 noon to 12:00
midnight
on Saturday,
and 12:00 noon to 12:00 midnight
depending
on attendance
on Sunday.
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 density, parking and unit size variances at
Calibre Chase as requested by Brutger Companies for two
additional apartment units at 6315 - 55th Avenue North. The
Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning this matter.
The applicant requested withdrawal of the item from the
agenda.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. No action taken.
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
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will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider a
variance of 2' in the required 40' rear yard setback for a 14'
x 16' addition on the existing house at 3024 Wisconsin Avenue
North as requested by Richard Miners. 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 Smothers 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. 4 a), to grant
a variance of 2' in the required 40' rear yard setback for a
14' x 16' addition on the existing house at 3024 Wisconsin
Avenue North, as requested in application #89-18.
Motion Carried.
3. 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 1' 8" in the required 30' front yard setback for a
20' x 31' garage addition at 3136 Hampshire Avenue North as
requested by Chris Knight. 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, Subd. 2 a) to consider a
variance of 1' 8" in the required 30' front yard setback for
construction of an attached 20' x 31' garage on the existing
house at 3136 Hampshire Avenue North as requested in
application #89-20.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment Regarding Elderly Housing.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-11
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AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING REGULATIONS:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTIONS 515.03 AND 515.15
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec to amend the ordinance raising
the square footage to 1,750 square feet.
Motion failed for lack of a second.
voting on the original motion changing wording in Subdivision
71 to read "at least one person": voting aye: Grimes, Rygg,
Carlson, Herbes, Smothers; voting no: Moravec; absent, not
voting: Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a three-day temporary on -sale
liquor license on August 31, September 1, and September 2,
1989 as requested by Knights of Columbus #3656, 4947 West
Broadway, and a request for waiver of the fee.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve a three-day temporary on -sale liquor license
on August 31, September 1, and September 2, 1989 for Knights
of Columbus #3656, 4947 West Broadway, and a waiver of the
fee.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered the 1989 labor agreement between
the City of Crystal and Law Enforcement Labor Service Local
#44 (Patrol Officers). Changes include a 4% salary increase
plus the following:
1. Insurance: an additional $10 to the maximum employer
contribution per employee; an additional $5 to the
maximum amount that may be used for dental insurance.
2. Uniforms: add "The employer will provide any required
plain clothes dress."
3. Educational Incentive: Employees hired after March 31,
1986, shall not be eligible for Educational Incentive Pay
as outlined in 21.6 of Article XXI.
4. Appendix A Additions:
-Corporals will be paid 7.5% above Top Patrol (50%
between Supervisors and Top Patrol).
-Officer-In-Charge will be paid 80% of the Corporal's
hourly rate of pay for all hours worked in that
capacity.
-$5 increase in Investigator's pay.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the 1989 labor agreement between the City
of Crystal and Law Enforcement Labor Service Local 144 and
further, that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to sign
such agreement, and that the $5 additional dental coverage be
extended to include all City employees.
Motion Carried.
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The City Council considered a donation to the Hennepin County
Olde Tyme County Fair on July 27, 28, 29 and 30, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve a donation to the Hennepin County Olde
Tyme County Fair on July 27, 28, 29 and 30, 1989 in the amount
of $100.00.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered a contribution to the Northwest
Hennepin Human Services Council for the year 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve a contribution to the Northwest Hennepin
Human Services Council for the year 1990 in the amount of
$5,478.00.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the First Reading of an Amendment
to the City Ordinance relating to City Government:
Administrative Code.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to table the Amendment to the City Ordinance relating to
City Government: Administrative Code.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers; voting no: Moravec; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered a resolution establishing dates
for the 1989 Municipal Election.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-32
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING DATES FOR THE
1989 MUNICIPAL ELECTION
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
restricting pickup times for commercial refuse haulers and an
amendment to the Crystal City Ordinance regarding refuse
enclosures. Those appearing and heard were: John Paulson,
320 Edgewood Avenue North, Golden Valley.
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Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-12
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO REFUSE DISPOSAL: AMENDING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 645.05, SUBD. 1, AND
SECTION 605 BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment to include Community Service Officers to have
authority to issue citations in lieu of arrest.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-13
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY; AMENDING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 960 BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered a resolution regarding housing
maintenance code.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-33
A RESOLUTION REGARDING HOUSING MAINTENANCE CODE
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers; absent, not voting: Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
11. The City Council considered bids for the demolition of a house
at 4836 Douglas Drive.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-34
RESOLUTION APPROVING DEMOLITION BID FOR
4836 DOUGLAS DRIVE
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By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers; voting no: Rygg; absent, not voting:
Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
12. The City Council discussed plastics recycling. Councilmember
Moravec suggested that this be referred to the Environmental
Quality Commission for study.
13. The City Council considered a request from Nicklows, 3516
North Lilac Drive, to hold an outdoor customer appreciation
party in the parking lot between Burger King and Nicklows
between the hours of 2-9 p.m. in mid-July.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the request to hold an outdoor customer
appreciation party at Nicklows, 3516 North Lila Drive, with
extension of the on -sale liquor license to include the parking
lot, and with direction to Nicklows to come back to the
Council with a finalized date for the event and that glass
containers may not be carried outside; containers must be
paper or plastic.
Motion Carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. The City Attorney advised the City Council on legislative
changes affecting liquor sales. It is the intent of the
Council to conform to state law in matters of intoxicating
liquor off -sale.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT RELATING TO HOURS
OF SALE OF INTOXICATING AND NON -INTOXICATING LIQUOR
and further, that the second and final reading be held on June
20, 1989.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers 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.
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Councilmember Grimes distributed a brochure put together by
the Human Relations Commission and invited Council comments on
the brochure.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
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June 20, 1989
page 450
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on June 20, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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; Julie Jones, Redevelopment
Coordinator.
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 5, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember Rygg
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of June
5, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, July 18, 1989, as the date and time for a public
hearing at which time the City Council will consider HRA 5th
Addition preliminary plat at 3432 Welcome Avenue North.
2. Consideration of waiver of fee for a temporary sign permit for
signs installed on fence along Bass Lake Road for St.
Raphael's Church Annual Parish Festival at 7301 - 56th Avenue
North.
3. Consideration of a request for a permit to have a parade on
Sunday, July 30, at 1 p.m. as requested by the Crystal Frolics
Committee. The same route as last year, coming down West
Broadway and turning on Bass Lake Road.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Public Hearings:
1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as
advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council
will consider a resolution regarding the adoption of an
enabling resolution for the creation of an Economic
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Development Authority (EDA) for the City of Crystal pursuant
to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 469 (Act). The Mayor asked
those present to voice their opinions or to ask questions
concerning this matter. Those present and heard were:
Peter Meinstma, 6709 - 46th Avenue North (HRA);
John Schaaf, 4908 Quail Avenue North (Former HRA);
John T. Irving, 7020 - 45th Place (HRA & former City Mgr.);
Beth Jarvis, 4513 Xenia Ave. N. (Env. Quality Comm.);
Liz Reid, 5417 Vera Cruz (Park & Rec. Comm.);
Art Thom, 4816 Regent;
Sharon Garber, 3442 Florida (HRA);
Mary Pat Hanauska, 5248 Hampshire (Env. Quality Comm.);
Jan Scofield, 3656 Colorado Ave. N.;
Jerome Farrell, 2908 Jersey Ave. N. (Env. Quality Comm.);
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to deny the resolution enabling creation of an
Economic Development Authority in the City of Crystal.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Langsdorf;
voting no: Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers.
Motion failed.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Ryggs to adopt the resolution enabling the creation of an
Economic Development Authority with the enactment of an
Advisory Commission for input to the EDA.
The City Attorney advised that an Ordinance change would be
required to establish the Advisory Commission and should be
acted on after adoption of the resolution.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes to include the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority with the Economic Development
Authority to cover housing functions. No second was made to
the motion.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-35
RESOLUTION ENABLING THE CREATION OF
AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN THE CITY
OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
By roll call and voting aye: Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers;
voting no: Moravec, Grimes, Langsdorf.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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The Mayor called a recess at 8:24 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:36 p.m.
Mayor Herbes directed staff to write an Ordinance to initiate an
Advisory Commission to the Economic Development Authority
consisting of 10 members, 2 of which are business owners in
Crystal.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered a proposed sidewalk cafe with on -
sale liquor at Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway. Those appearing
and heard were: Bill Movity, representing Steven Weisman; Jay
Isenberg, Architect.
The Council's concerns were safety and liability. Staff was
directed to contact Hennepin County regarding right-of-way and
proponent was directed to make proper application to the
Planning Commission if intending to pursue.
2. The City Council considered a license for a 3.2 beer stand and
one to three day temporary on -sale liquor license (with waiver
of fee for liquor license) at 7301 Bass Lake Road (St.
Raphael's Church) on August 4, 5, and 6, 1989 for their
festival.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve a 3.2 beer stand and one to three day
temporary on -sale liquor license (with waiver of fee for
liquor license) at 7301 Bass Lake Road (St. Raphael's Church)
on August 4, 5, and 6, 1989 for their festival.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered waiver of plat to approve lot
split at 3500 Georgia Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
waiver of plat to approve lot split at 3500 Georgia Avenue
North.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council discussed the proposed sale of equipment
certificates.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to authorize staff to sell equipment certificates.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered the union contract for the
Communications Clerks for the year 1989.
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Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the union contract for the Communications
Clerks for the year 1989, to include a 4% salary increase, an
additional $10 in the City's contribution to health insurance,
an additional $5 toward dental insurance, and an increase in
maximum vacation accrual from 192 hours to 240 hours.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered final approval of the plat
Froehlich Addition located at 4524 and 4528 Hampshire Avenue
North.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-36
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLAT
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
7. The City Council considered conditional use and building
permit applications for Crystal Community Center at 4800
Douglas Drive.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve as recommended by and based on the
findings of fact of the Planning Commission conditional use
permit #89-19 to allow construction of the Community Center in
an R-1 (Single Family Residential) District and issuance of
building permit for Crystal Community Center located at 4800
Douglas Drive, subject to standard procedure, and with waiver
of the fee.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered 1989 improvement project for slope
stabilization on Bassett Creek south of Brunswick Avenue.
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. 89-38
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 89-8
SLOPE STABILIZATION AT 3224 BRUNSWICK AVENUE NORTH
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
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9. The City Council considered acceptance of site improvements
and surety release in the amount of $6,300 for First Minnesota
Bank, 5440 West Broadway.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to accept the work required as condition of building
permit approval for First Minnesota Bank, 5440 West Broadway,
subject to guarantee provisions of the agreement, effective
this date, and that surety in the amount of $6,300 be
released, subject to said guarantee, as recommended by the
Public Works Director.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered acceptance of Becker Park tennis
court reconstruction and payment for surface treatment
pursuant to agreement with BRW.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to accept the Becker Park tennis court reconstruction
and approve payment in the amount of $4,500 for a color
surface treatment pursuant to approved agreement with BRW
dated March 21, 1989.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered a request from Hennepin County to
operate a household hazardous waste collection site at the
City Garage, 6125 - 41st Avenue North, on September 8, 1989
from 1-7 p.m. and on September 9, 1989 from 9 a.m to 3 p.m.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to direct staff to notify Hennepin County that they
may use the City Garage to operate a household hazardous waste
collection on September 9, 1989 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. if they
provide manpower and police patrol, and further, they solicit
and obtain another northern site to conduct the collection.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered a bid for curb and gutter
construction on Brunswick Avenue between 46th and 47th
Avenues.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-39
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO CONCRETE
CURB COMPANY FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 89-5
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
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13. The City Council considered bids for miscellaneous curb,
gutter and sidewalk reconstruction.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-37
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO
STANDARD SIDEWALK, INC. FOR
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 89-7
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
14. The City Council considered approval of Planning Commission
Bylaws.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve Planning Commission Bylaws.
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council considered a recommendation of a City
Councilmember for appointment to the Regional Transit Board.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to recommend the appointment of Councilmember Carlson
as a representative to the Regional Transit Board.
Motion Carried.
16. The City Council discussed membership of the Tri -City Airports
Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to direct staff to pursue the reactivation of the Tri -
City Airports Commission.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council discussed the League of Minnesota Cities 1990
Conference Planning Committee. The City Manager encouraged
Councilmembers to get involved.
18. The City Council considered a Second Reading of an Ordinance
amendment relating to hours of sale of intoxicating and non -
intoxicating liquor.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
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ORDINANCE NO. 89-14
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LIQUOR AND
BEER: HOURS OF SALE: AMENDING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTIONS 12001
1205 AND 1215 BY ADDING SUBSECTIONS:
REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTIONS
1200.37, 1205.01, SUBDIVISION 4 AND 1215.27
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
19. The City Council discussed Sunday on -sale liquor licenses.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. The City Council considered renewal of a lease agreement
between the Knights of Columbus and the City of Crystal for
the Crystal Senior Center and Congregate Dining Program.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve renewal of a lease agreement with the
Knights of Columbus for the Senior Center and the Congregate
Dining Program, and further, to authorize the Mayor and City
Manager to sign such agreement.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a license to operate a 3.2 beer
stand at Becker Park on July 4, 1989 and waiver of the fee as
requested by the Crystal Lions Club.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve a license to operate a 3.2 beer stand at
Becker Park on July 4, 1989 with a waiver of the fee.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Manager advised the Council that a decision must be
made by tomorrow (June 21, 1989) on the purchase of a second
fire truck.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve purchase of a second fire truck with use of
equipment certificates as proposed to the City Council at the
May 16, 1989 City Council meeting.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers 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.
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Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:24 p.m.
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mayor
July 5, 1989
page 458
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on July 5, 1989 at 7:00 P.M., at 4141
Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota.
The Secretary of the Council called the roll and the following were
present: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf.
Those members absent were: 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; Darlene George, City Clerk; Ed Brandeen,
Park and Recreation Director; Julie Jones, Redevelopment
Coordinator.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor acknowledged a donation of $440 for purchase of a bench
for Becker Park from Viking Fence and Construction Company.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of June 20, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember Rygg
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of June
20, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered a resolution awarding a bid for
the Crystal Community Center at 4800 Douglas Drive and a
resolution regarding an increase in the appropriation of funds
to be taken from the Permanent Improvement Revolving Fund.
Those appearing and heard were: Kurt Dale of Anderson Dale
Architects.
A. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-40
A RESOLUTION DISBURSING FUNDS FROM THE
PERMANENT IMPROVEMENT REVOLVING FUND, PART C
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Moravec.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
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B. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-41
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Moravec.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
2. The City Council considered the 1989 Sealcoat Program.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to table until the 1988 Sealcoat Project has been
repaired by Allied Blacktop Company.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered a project to expand the Utility
Garage at 6209 - 41st Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization for a budget adjustment and
authorization for solicitation of bids as recommended by the
City Engineer.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
relating to Sunday sale of intoxicating liquor.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO INTOXICATING LIQUOR:
SUNDAY SALES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SECTION 1200, BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further that the second and final reading be held on July
18, 1989.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered a solicitor's permit for Minnesota
Public Interest Research Group (MPIRG) from July 6, 1989 thru
July 31, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve a solicitor's permit for Minnesota Public
Interest Research Group (MPIRG) from July 6, 1989 thru July
31, 1989.
Motion Carried.
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6. The City Council considered a request from Aviation Post 511,
American Legion, to operate a 3.2 beer stand at Aero Sales
(Crystal Airport) on July 29, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to continue to the July 18, 1989 Council meeting,
directing the applicant to obtain an insurance certificate
naming the City of Crystal an additional insured.
Motion Carried.
It is the intent of the City Council to waive the license fee
at the time of approval.
7. The City Council considered the ceiling on vacation hours
accrued for non-union employees.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve vacation accumulation, including the current
vacation earned, from year to year may not exceed a total
accumulation equal to (1 1/2) times the number of hours the
employee is currently earning in one year. In no case may the
total number of vacation hours accrued exceed 240 hours.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the City Application for funds to
construct single family homes.
A. 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. 89-42
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR FUNDS
IN THE MINNESOTA COMMUNITIES PROGRAM
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; absent, not voting, Moravec.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
B. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve the request for proposals for construction
of single family homes on two Scattered Site Acquisition lots,
namely, 4500 Adair Avenue North and 5625 Adair Avenue North in
the City of Crystal.
9. The City Council considered a resolution regarding the Joint
Powers Agreement for the Northern Mayor's Association,
changing the name from Northern Mayor's Association to North
Metro Mayor's Association (NMMA).
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
July 5, 1989
page 461
RESOLUTION NO. 89-43
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CHANGES IN THE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
WITH THE NORTHERN MAYOR'S ASSOCIATION
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; absent, not voting, Moravec.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
10. On June 5, 1989 the City Council approved a gambling license
for the Crystal Lions at the Tally Ho Restaurant, 5216 West
Broadway. The State Gambling Board denied the application
because the business address of the organization is less than
one mile from the establishment conducting the gambling. The
applicant for the Crystal Lions Club requested that the
Robbinsdale Lions Club be granted this license. A telephone
poll of the Crystal City Council was taken by the City Clerk
on June 28, 1989 upon approval by the City Manager. The vote
was: Aye: Rygg, Smothers, Herbes, Grimes, Langsdorf; Unable
to be reached for the vote: Carlson, Moravec.
License approved by majority vote.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to ratify the action that was taken by the telephone
poll of June 28, 1989.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered setting an organizational meeting
of the Economic Development Authority.
The Mayor called an organizational meeting of the Economic
Development Authority of the City of Crystal for 8:00 p.m. on
July 18, 1989 in the Council Chambers of the Crystal Municipal
Building, 4141 Douglas Drive.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. The City Council considered an Annual Pig Roast at Steve O's,
4900 West Broadway on August 19, 1989 with extension of the
liquor license to include the parking lot.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve an Annual Pig Roast at Steve O's, 4900 West
Broadway on August 19, 1989 with extension of the liquor
license to include the parking lot.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the list of license applications as
submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, adding
Straight Arrow Wood tree license and Lakeside Plumbing and
Heating plumber's license and removing All American Tree
July 5, 1989
page 462
license and 3.2 beer license for Aviation Post #511, American
Legion, 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m.
12. The City Council considered the City Logo for the wall of the
Council Chambers upon adjournment of the City Council meeting.
It was the consensus of the Council to have a four foot high logo
made of stained wood on the wall of the Council Chambers behind the
Council table.
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July 18, 1989
page 463
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on July 18, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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; Joan Schmidt, Deputy Clerk;
Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor acknowledged donations from the Crystal Lions to the
Police Department in the amount of $1,000 for Crime Prevention Fund
and $3,000 to the D.A.R.E. Program.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of July 5, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of July 5, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, August 1, 1989, as the date and time for a public
hearing at which time the City Council will consider
preliminary and final plat of Crystal Northwest Properties
Second Addition at 5200 Douglas Drive.
2. Set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, August 15, 1989, as the date and time for a public
hearing at which time the City Council will consider an
ordinance on Northern States Power Franchise Agreement.
3. Set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, August 1, 1989, as the date and time for a public
hearing at which time the City Council will consider a
variance of 14' in the required 40' rear yard setback for a
14' x 261 deck and three -season porch on the existing house,
at 6727 Valley Place North as requested by Greg and Roxanne
Gray.
4. Consideration of an itinerant food license for Rick Plante at
Crystal Shopping Center from July 10, 1989 thru July 15, 1989.
(license applied for on July 6, 1989)
July 18, 1989
page 464
5. Consideration of a transient merchant license from Jones R.
Losen to sell sweet corn in Jack's Superette parking lot, 7200
Bass Lake Road from July 22 thru September 3, 1989.
6. Consideration of a solicitor's permit for Clean Water Action
Project from July 19 thru July 30, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers 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 HRA 5th Addition preliminary plat at 3432
Welcome Avenue North. 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
Smothers to grant as recommended by the Planning Commission
tentative approval of proposed plat HRA 5th Addition at 3432
Welcome Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered a private kennel license at 6800 -
60th Avenue North for Robert Kocur. Those present and heard
were: Sharon Blackhawk, 6801 Lombardy Lane; Donnette Little,
6718 - 60th Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to deny a private kennel license at 6800 - 60th Avenue
North for Robert Kocur.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a 3.2 beer stand license for
Crystal Fire Relief Association to operate one beer stand at
Becker Park on July 28, 29, 30, 1989, with waiver of fee.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve a 3.2 beer stand license for Crystal Fire
Relief Association to operate one beer stand at Becker Park on
July 28, 29, 30, 1989, with waiver of fee.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered issuance of a building permit for
a 15' x 25' addition to the existing Crystal Lift Station
July 18, 1989
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building located at 4943 - 53rd Avenue North as requested by
the Metro Waste Control Commission.
Councilmember Langsdorf wished to abstain from this issue
since she works for the Metro Waste Control Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
issuance of a building permit for a 15' x 25' addition to the
existing Crystal Lift Station building located at 4943 - 53rd
Avenue North as requested by the Metro Waste Control
Commission, subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered issuance of a building permit to
John Lambin Construction Company for remodeling the kitchen
area of Keng's Restaurant located at 6121 - 42rd Avenue North,
subject to standard procedure, with a request to waive site
improvements. Present and heard was James Scott, building
owner.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
issuance of a building permit to John Lambin Construction
Company for remodeling the kitchen area of Keng's Restaurant
located at 6121 - 42nd Avenue North, subject to standard
procedure, with minimum site improvements being front entry
way improvement and handicap accessibility if it is possible
on this site.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered issuance of a building permit to
Paul Weske of Aero Sales and Supply to build a 50' x 70'
airplane hangar at Lot 9E, Crystal Airport.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
issuance of a building permit to Paul Weske of Aero Sales and
Supply to build a 50' x 70' airplane hangar at Lot 9E, Crystal
Airport, subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered issuance of a building permit to
Perkins Family Restaurants for a 1019" x 4114" solarium
addition to the front of the building and remodeling at 5420
West Broadway. Present and heard was Ken Jones, Construction
Manager.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
issuance of a building permit to Perkins Family Restaurants
for a 1019" x 4114" solarium addition to the front of the
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building and remodeling at 5420 West Broadway, subject to
standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered a resolution awarding a bid for
the 1989 Sealcoat Program.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to remove item #7 from the table.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-44
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
SEALCOAT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 89-2
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Smothers,
Langsdorf; voting no: Carlson, Herbes.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
The Mayor declared that it was the consensus of the Council
that the previous motion had been taken from the table.
8. The City Council considered final approval of proposed plat
Crystal Community Center Addition located at 4800 Douglas
Drive.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-45
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLAT
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
9. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
amending Crystal City Code Section 800.19, Subd. 2 to delete a
concrete driveway approach requirement for single family
residential property and Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 11) to
require hard surfacing for all driveways for single and two
family residential properties.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
July 18, 1989
page 467
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE
SECTION 800.19 AND ZONING CODE SECTION 515.09
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
August 1, 1989.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
relating to Sunday sale of intoxicating liquor.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-15
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
INTOXICATING LIQUOR: SUNDAY SALES:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SECTION 1200,
BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council discussed support for the creation of a
National Clean -Up Month for April, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to support the establishment of a National Clean -Up
Month for April, 1990.
After discussion Councilmember Langsdorf withdrew her second.
Councilmember Smothers withdrew his motion.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to refer this issue to the Environmental Quality
Commission.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered the Park and Recreation Department
sponsoring a July 4 Becker Park event that would include a
fireworks display sponsored by the Crystal Lions Club for 1990
at Becker Park.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the Park and Recreation Department
sponsoring a July 4 Becker Park event that would include a
fireworks display sponsored by the Crystal Lions Club for 1990
at Becker Park.
Motion Carried.
July 18, 1989
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13. The City Council considered a request to increase the amount
by $500 for services rendered by the Northwest YMCA Detached
Worker Program for 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve a request to increase the amount by $500
for services rendered by the Northwest YMCA Detached Worker
Program for 1990.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council considered a 3.2 beer stand license with
waiver of fee at Aero Sales, Crystal Airport, for Aviation
Post #511, The American Legion, on July 29 (or July 30 - rain
day).
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve with the stipulation that they provide
proof of dram shop insurance, a 3.2 beer stand license with
waiver of fee at Aero Sales, Crystal Airport, for Aviation
Post #511, The American Legion, on July 29 (or July 30 - rain
day) .
Motion Carried.
The Mayor at this point appointed the members of the City
Council as Commissioners of the Economic Development Authority
pursuant to Resolution No. 89-35.
15. The City Council considered a resolution appointing City
Councilmembers as Commissioners of the EDA.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-46
RESOLUTION APPROVING APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONERS
OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:10 p.m. to hold the organizational
meeting of the Economic Development Authority of the City of
Crystal, Minnesota (EDA) and the Council meeting was reconvened at
8:38 p.m.
16. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
establishing an Economic Development Advisory Commission.
July 18, 1989
page 469
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AN ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SECTION 305, BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
August 1, 1989.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council considered a resolution relating to the
Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal,
Minnesota: Transferring certain projects and programs to that
agency and transferring personnel.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-47
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF
CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA: TRANSFERRING
CERTAIN PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS TO
THAT AGENCY: TRANSFERRING PERSONNEL
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; voting no: Moravec. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. The City Council considered issuance of a building permit for
an 8' x 10' structure at Rapid Oil Change, 5602 Lakeland
Avenue North, to house equipment required to perform clean up
operations of ground water contamination.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve issuance of a building permit for an 8' x
10' structure at Rapid Oil Change, 5602 Lakeland Avenue North,
to house equipment required to perform clean up operations of
ground water contamination.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a request from the City Manager of
the possibility of the City purchasing the property at 2951
Vera Cruz for Bassett Creek Park.
July 18, 1989
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Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to direct staff to get prices to purchase this
property.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:16 p.m.
Mayor
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August 1, 1989
page 471
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on August 1, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. Also in attendance were the following staff members:
Jerry Dulgar, 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 presented checks to winning groups of the Becker
Park/Bass Lake Road Planting Contest; Adult Group - Gardenaires
($50); Youth Group - tie between Camp Fire and Girl Scout Troop
#202 (each get $25). The donation for the checks was from the
Crystal Lions Club.
Councilmembers Moravec and Langsdorf and City Attorney Kennedy
arrived at 7:03 p.m.
The Mayor acknowledged donations of $2,000 from the Crystal Lions
Club for an electrical connection at Becker Park and $2,000 from
Thorp Distributing Company for softball prize money for the Crystal
Frolics.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of July 18, 1989.
Councilmember Carlson voiced his opposition to the decision Council
made on Item #7 of the July 18, 1989 minutes regarding awarding
contract for Sealcoat Improvement Project No. 89-2.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of July 18, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of removing Bruce Kleeberger from the Human
Relations Commission due to non attendance of meetings; in
excess of three unexcused absences.
2. Consideration of removing Barbara McMahon from the Human
Relations Commission due to non attendance of meetings; in
excess of three unexcused absences.
3. Consideration of removal of Philip Domek from the
Environmental Quality Commission.
August 1, 1989
page 472
4. Consideration of an itinerant food establishment license for
Elk's Lodge #44 at 5400 Lakeland Avenue North on July 30,
1989.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Public Hearings:
1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as
advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council
will sit as a Board of Adjustments & Appeals to consider a
variance of 14' in the required 40' rear yard setback for a
12' x 14' deck and a 14' x 14' three -season porch on the
existing house, at 6727 Valley Place North as requested by
Greg and Roxanne Gray. The Mayor asked those present to voice
their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter.
Those present and heard were: Greg Gray, applicant.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers to deny as recommended by and
based on the findings of fact of the Planning Commission the
authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City
Code to vary or modify this strict application of Section
515.13, Subd. 4 a) to vary 14' in the required 40' rear yard
setback to build a 12' x 14' deck and a 14' x 14' three -season
porch on the existing house, at 6727 Valley Place North as
requested in application #89-21.
Motion Failed for Lack of a Second.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson to continue and refer back to
Planning Commission for petition from neighbors.
City Manager informed the Council that State Law specifies
three reasons to deny a variance and opinion of the neighbors
is not one of those reasons.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to deny as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant
to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify
this strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 4 a) to vary
14' in the required 40' rear yard setback to build a 12' x 14'
deck and a 14' x 14' three -season porch on the existing house,
at 6727 Valley Place North as requested in application #89-21.
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 preliminary and final plat for the Crystal
August 1, 1989
page 473
Northwest Properties Second Addition at 5200 Douglas Drive.
The Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to
ask questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard
were: Dr. John Beithon.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-48
RESOLUTION APPROVING A PLAT
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered a resolution commending Kim
Kantorowicz for her achievement of being named Miss Minnesota
National Teenager.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-49
RESOLUTION COMMENDING MISS MINNESOTA
NATIONAL TEENAGER KIM KANTOROWICZ
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
2. The City Council considered a resolution for approval of bids
for construction of two single-family homes as part of the
Minnesota Communities Program at 4500 Adair Avenue North and
5625 Adair Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-50
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID TO A.W.B. BUILDERS
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Carlson,
Smothers, Langsdorf; voting no: Rygg, Herbes. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
August 1, 1989
page 474
3. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
relating to an amendment to delete a concrete driveway
approach requirement for single family residential property
and an amendment to require hard surfacing for all driveways
for single and two family residential properties.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-16
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO DRIVEWAYS;
PARKING, SURFACING:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SUBSECTIONS 800.19 AND 515.09, SUBD. 4 H) ii)
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council discussed the charitable gambling ordinance.
Those appearing and heard were: Tom Tophen, Knights of
Columbus; Ed Thonander, Elks and Lions; Jane Elsen, Knights of
Columbus.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to continue to the next meeting for further review by
staff.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
Amendment related to Planning Regulations.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAND USE
REGULATION: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY
CODE BY ADDING SECTIONS: REPEALING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTIONS 500 AND 505
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
August 15, 1989.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor
and City Manager to sign Subrecipient Agreement for the Urban
Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
August 1, 1989
page 475
RESOLUTION NO. 89-51
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
7. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
establishing an Economic Development Advisory Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-17
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AN ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SECTION 305, BY ADDING A SUBSECTION
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered a resolution adopting proposed
budget for 1990 and levying taxes for certification to the
County Auditor.
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. 89-52
RESOLUTION ADOPTING PROPOSED BUDGET AND
LEVYING TAXES FOR CERTIFICATION TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
Consensus of the Council directed staff to prepare a
Resolution for the next Council meeting in opposition to
legislation regarding tax levies.
9. The City Council considered the union contract agreement for
Police Local #56 (Supervisors) for the year 1989. Changes
include the following:
-Cap on vacation extended to 240 hours.
-Comp time maximum accrual changed from 24 hours to 40 hours.
-a 3.7% salary increase plus a 3/10 of a percent lump sum
amount at year end.
August 1, 1989
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-Uniforms provided by the City if required for investigators.
-Minor language changes.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the union contract agreement for Police
Local #56 (Supervisors) for the year 1989.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council discussed holding a joint three -City Hennepin
Recycling Group Council meeting to discuss organized refuse
collection. The tentative date of August 21, 1989 was set.
The City Manager will check with other cities and get back to
Council.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:30 p.m. and the Council meeting was
reconvened at 8:43 p.m.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. The City Council discussed bids/requests for proposals
regarding attorney for Civil work of the City.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to direct staff to prepare a Request For Proposal.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council discussed the goal setting/team building
follow-up session of August 24 at 4:30 p.m.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to suspend further action on a goal-setting/team
building session.
By roll call and voting aye: Rygg, Herbes, Smothers; voting
no: Moravec, Grimes, Carlson, Langsdorf.
Motion Failed.
The City Manager will check with the facilitator of the
session on dates of September 15 or September 18 at 6:00 p.m.
for the follow-up session.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the list of license applications as
submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council with the
addition of All American Tree, 4643 Emerson Avenue North,
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
August 1, 1989
page 477
Meeting adjourned at 9:26 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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Mayor
August 15, 1989
page 478
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on August 15, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
Crystal Frolics Royalty appeared before the Council to thank them
for their participation in the Crystal Frolics.
The Mayor presented flowers to Ginny Thom in appreciation for her
efforts in the Crystal Frolics.
The Mayor presented plaques to the City Council, Police Reserves,
and the Fire Department from the Frolics Committee in appreciation
for their participation in the Crystal Frolics events held on July
28, 29, and 30, 1989.
Councilmember Moravec arrived at 7:03 p.m.
The Mayor acknowledged Police Officers Robin K. Erkenbrack, Lisa A.
Vague, Ann M. Myers, and Stephen P. Holm for their efforts in the
Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Program.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-53
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of August 1, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember Smothers
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
August 1, 1989.
Motion Carried.
August 15, 1989
page 479
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Set public hearing for September 5, 1989, to consider density
variance for elderly housing complex at 6203-6213 - 36th
Avenue North.
2. Set public hearing for September 5, 1989, to consider granting
a vacation of the west 5' side utility and drainage easement
and a variance of 2' of the required 3' side yard setback for
construction of a 20' x 20' detached garage at 5408 Angeline
Avenue North as requested by Charles Bagne.
3. Set public hearing for September 5, 1989, to consider a
variance of 3' in the required 40' rear yard setback to build
an 1116" x 20' addition and 1200 square feet variance to the
required 7500 square feet total area at 4748 Zane Avenue North
as requested by Steven Hyser.
4. Consideration of a one -day temporary on -sale liquor license
for Knights of Columbus, 4947 West Broadway, on September 13,
1989, for the Knights' Nite Dinner, and request for waiver of
fee.
5. Consideration of an itinerant food license for Nicklows, 3516
Lilac Drive, on August 13 and 14, 1989. (received late)
Moved by Councilmember Smothers 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 Northern States Power Company Franchise
Agreement. Staff advised that Northern States Power Company
requested discussion of the franchise be continued to the
September 19th City Council meeting.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to continue to September 19, 1989, the discussion of
the Northern States Power Company Franchise Agreement.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered an application for appointment to
the Environmental Quality Commission from Larry Lemanski, 5817
Quail Avenue North.
August 15, 1989
page 480
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to appoint Larry Lemanski, 5817 Quail Avenue North, to
the Environmental Quality Commission for a term expiring
December 31, 1989.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered the applications for appointment
to the Human Relations Commission from Norman Eid, 8416 - 31st
Avenue North, and Kathryn Huston, 6618 Fairview Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to appoint Norman Eid, 8416 - 31st Avenue North, to the
Human Relations Commission for a term expiring December 31,
1989 and Kathryn Huston, 6618 Fairview Avenue North, for a
term ending December 31, 1991.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered the installation of a double flume
waterslide at the Crystal Municipal Pool. Those present and
heard were: Mark Hoffman, Liz Reid, Red Sochacki and Bill
Gentry, all of the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to refer the item to staff for further study to include
general liability, loan structure, single or double slide,
timing of the project, etc., moving ahead as rapidly as
possible.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered a variance of 16.5' to the
required 18' setback for a 9.5' x 14' free standing sign at
3516 Lilac Drive for Nicklow's Restaurant. Jack Lawrence of
Signcrafters Outdoor Display appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve a variance of 16.5' to the required 18'
setback for a 9.5' x 14' free standing sign at 3516 Lilac
Drive for Nicklow's Restaurant.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered authorization to issue a building
permit to John Lambin Construction Company for remodeling into
a Chinese restaurant, the building located at 5303 - 36th
Avenue North. Tony Nicklow, shopping center owner, appeared
and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve issuance of a building permit for
remodeling the building located at 5303 - 36th Avenue North
into a Chinese restaurant subject to standard procedure, with
site improvements to include only those relating to safety at
this time, due to the fact the property may be affected by a
highway or redevelopment project in the near future.
Motion Carried.
August 15, 1989
page 481
6. The City Council considered authorization to issue a building
permit to U.S. West Communications for a 71' x 158' addition
on the existing building located at 4700 Welcome Avenue North.
Howard Galtz, representing U.S. West Communications, appeared
and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve authorization of issuance of a building
permit to U.S. West Communications for a 71' x 158' addition
on the existing building located at 4700 Welcome Avenue North
subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered bids for utility maintenance
garage expansion.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-54
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID
TO COTTONWOOD CONSTRUCTION
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Revision of Section 5 of the Crystal City Code related to
Planning Regulations.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-18
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LAND USE
REGULATION: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY
CODE BY ADDING SECTIONS: REPEALING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTIONS 500 AND 505
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:28 p.m. and the Council meeting was
reconvened at 8:43 p.m.
9. The City Council considered sending out request for proposals
for legal services for all City of Crystal operations with the
exception of criminal cases.
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August 15, 1989
page 482
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve sending out request for proposals for legal
services for all City of Crystal operations with the exception
of criminal cases, attorneys submitting proposals to be
reviewed by a task force consisting of three Councilmembers
and two staff members.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor appointed Councilmembers Grimes, Langsdorf and
Herbes, with staff members to be appointed by the City
Manager.
The City Council considered a resolution in opposition to tax
levies.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-55
RESOLUTION RELATING TO STATE
LEGISLATURE REGARDING
BUDGETS AND TAX LEVIES
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The City Council considered the Police Managers' Contract for
1989.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the Police Managers' Contract for 1989 as
recommended by the City Manager and further that the Mayor and
City Manager be authorized to sign such agreement.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered Community Survey Proposals.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to table until the 1990 Budget is set.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered a Resolution Supporting Strong
National Drug Policy.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-56
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING STRONG NATIONAL
DRUG POLICY
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By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
14. The City Council considered sharing the cost with the City of
Brooklyn Center for the spraying of purple loosestrife
(lythrum salicaria) in and around the upper and lower Twin
Lakes area.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve sharing the cost with the City of Brooklyn
Center for the spraying of purple loosestrife (lythrum
salicaria) in and around the upper and lower Twin Lakes area.
Motion Carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. The City Council set Special Work Sessions for discussion of
the 1990 City of Crystal Budget for September 7 and September
18, both work sessions to be held at City Hall beginning at
6:30 p.m.
2. The City Council considered conducting monthly or bi-monthly
work sessions.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to conduct monthly or bi-monthly work sessions of the
City Council.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf; voting no: Moravec, Carlson.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg 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 Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
Mayor
August 15, 1989
page 484
ATTEST:
City Clerk LI
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September 5, 1989
page 485
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on September 5, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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; Julie Jones, Redevelopment
Coordinator; Miles Johnson, Finance Director.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor acknowledged a $250 donation from Nicklow's for the
Community Center.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of August 15, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember Rygg
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
August 15, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Set public hearing for October 10, 1989, with alternate date
being October 17, 1989 regarding the proposed 1990 Operating
Budget.
2. Set public hearing for October 3, 1989 to consider the 1989
assessments for Sealcoat Program, Project 89-2; Curb and
gutter installation on Brunswick Avenue between 46th and 47th
Avenues, Project 89-5; Concrete Alley Construction west of
Welcome Avenue between 38th and 39th Avenues, Project 89-6;
1989 Sidewalk Replacement Program, Project 89-7; Delinquent
Sewer, Water and Street Lighting; and Diseased Tree Removal
and Weed Cutting.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson 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 to consider rezoning from R-1
District (Single Family Residential) to R-0 District
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page 486
(Residential -Office) and a conditional use permit to allow
elderly housing in an R-0 District at 6203-13 - 36th Avenue
North. Also to sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to
consider a variance for construction of a 62 -unit senior
citizen housing complex which will increase the density of the
required 1500 square feet per unit. The Mayor asked those
present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning
this matter. Those present and heard were: Gerald Duffy,
Attorney for Developer; John Egan, 3555 Brunswick (read
petition in opposition signed by 213 residents); John Paulson,
Developer; Conrad Pyne, 3712 Adair; Mike Kivel, 3510 Douglas
Drive; Greg Lundeen, 6125 - 36th Avenue N.; Gary Wieber, 3711
Adair; Robert Dusosky, 3448 Adair; Audrey Irons, 6310 Markwood
Drive; Larry Wicklund, 3708 Adair; Tom Boettcher, 3451
Brunswick; Betty Hnatko, 3833 Brunswick; Alvin Schempp, 6326 -
36th Avenue N.; Ray Norveson, 3517 Brunswick.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to deny rezoning and direct staff to prepare
findings of fact based on discussion at this meeting.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Carlson,
Herbes, Langsdorf; voting no: Smothers; abstaining: Rygg.
Motion Carried.
Gerald Duffy asked for findings of fact at this time. The
City Attorney advised that findings could be given but they
should be put in resolution form and acted on by the City
Council at its next meeting. No response was received.
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 First Reading of an Ordinance vacating the west
5' side utility and drainage easement and a variance of 2' of
the required 3' side yard setback for construction of a 20' x
20' detached garage at 5408 Angeline Avenue North as requested
by Charles Bagne. The Mayor asked those present to voice
their opinions or to ask questions concerning this matter.
Those present and heard were: Charles Bagne.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE VACATING THE WEST 51SIDE UTILITY
AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT AT 5408 ANGELINE AVENUE NORTH
September 5, 1989
page 487
and further that the second and final reading be held on
September 19, 1989.
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to deny as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant
to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify
the strict application of Section 515.07, Subd. 5 c) 5) to
vary 2' in the required 3' side yard setback for construction
of a 20' x 20' detached garage at 5408 Angeline Avenue North.
Motion Carried Unanimously.
Councilmember Carlson was out of the room at the time of the
vote.
3. 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 Steven Hyser for a variance of 3' in the required
40' rear yard setback to build an 1116" x 20' addition and
1200 square feet variance to the required 7500 square feet
total area at 4748 Zane Avenue North. The Mayor asked those
present to voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning
this matter. Those present and heard were: Steve Hyser.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to grant as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant
to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify
the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 4 a) and
Section 515.15, Subdivision 2 c) 3) i) granting a variance of
3' in the required 40' rear yard setback and Section 515.15,
Subdivision 2 c) 3) i) granting a variance of 1,200 sq. ft. in
the required 7,500 sq. ft. lot area to allow an 1116" x 20'
kitchen addition on the existing house at 4748 Zane Avenue
North.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor announced that the EDA meeting was scheduled for 9 p.m.
but because of further business of the City Council, the EDA
meeting would be held immediately following the Council meeting.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the installation of a double flume
waterslide at the Crystal Municipal Pool.
The Park & Recreation Director gave a report on information
requested by the Council at its meeting of August 15, 1989.
September 5, 1989
page 488
Those appearing and heard were: Jan Scofield, 3656 Colorado
Avenue North; Mark Hoffman, Park & Recreation Advisory
Commission.
It was the consensus of the Council that staff should obtain
further information on liability insurance, both at the time
of erection of the slide and during operation of the slide;
financial aspects; figures from competitors; and options of
slides, and bring back to the Council when all information is
compiled.
2. The City Council discussed a survey of surrounding communities
regarding charitable gambling. Those appearing and heard
were: Jane Elsen, 5419 Maryland Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to direct staff to prepare an ordinance amendment
deleting the 3% tax levied by the City to cover cost of
regulation of lawful gambling.
Motion Carried.
Ms. Elsen's recommendation to impose an investigation fee will
be considered by staff.
3. The City Council considered grading permit and site
improvement agreement for the parking lot reconstruction at
3245 Vera Cruz Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve a grading permit and site improvement
agreement as a guarantee of site work completion, and further
that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to sign such
agreement.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered the award of bid for bituminous
overlay on Fairview Avenue between Douglas Drive and Nevada
Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-57
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID TO C.S. MC CROSSAN
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
5. The City Council considered the CDBG Third Party Agreement
with Hennepin County and Crystal Economic Development
Authority.
September 5, 1989
page 489
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. 89-58
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT THIRD PARTY AGREEMENT WITH THE CRYSTAL
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
6. The City Council considered designating the tenth position on
the Crystal Human Relations Commission for a student
representative from the local high schools. It was the
consensus of the Council that students be considered for the
Commission.
7. The City Council considered allocating $50 to the
Multicultural Advocacy and Action Committee (MAAC) t -shirt
project.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve allocating $50 to the Multicultural Advocacy
and Action Committee (MAAC) t -shirt project.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the designation of election judges
and polling locations for the November 7, 1989 General
Municipal Election, with consideration of Brunswick United
Methodist Church as the new polling location for Ward 2,
Precinct 3.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to designate election judges and polling locations for
the November 7, 1989 General Municipal Election as recommended
by the City Clerk, and further that Brunswick United Methodist
Church be designated as the new polling location for Ward 2,
Precinct 3.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council discussed changing the date of the November
7, 1989 regular City Council meeting which falls on election
day.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve changing the date of the November 7, 1989
regular City Council meeting to 7 p.m. on November 8, 1989.
Motion Carried.
September 5, 1989
page 490
10. The City Council discussed Hennepin Recycling Group (HRG)
organized collection issues. It was the consensus of the
Council to pursue organized collection but take more time.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. The City Council discussed follow-up Goal Setting/Team
Building Session with Don Salverda. A tentative date of
November 2 was set, approximate time to be from 5 to 10 p.m.
2. The City Council discussed a salary adjustment for 3 interim
Fire Chiefs.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to increase the salary of interim Fire Chiefs Terry
Anderson, Greg Antrim, and Steve Longaecker, $400 per month
each effective June 29 through September 17, 1989.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg 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
Smothers to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
September 7, 1989
page 491
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 7, 1989, at 6:30 p.m.,
at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were
present: Grimes, Rygg (arrived at 7:15 p.m.), Carlson (arrived at
7:03 p.m.), Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Absent was: Moravec.
Also in attendance were the following staff members: Jerry Dulgar,
City Manager; John A. Olson, Assistant City Manager; Jessie Hart,
Assistant Finance Director; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; Terry
Anderson, Interim Fire Chief; Darlene George, City Clerk, Tom
Heenan, Chief Sanitarian; James Mossey, Police Chief.
The City Council discussed the proposed 1990 Budget. A budget
overview was given by the Finance Director and the Finance, Fire,
Health, Police, Mayor and Council, Administration, Civil Service,
Legal, and Non -Departmental budgets were reviewed.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
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ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
September 18, 1989
page 492
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 18, 1989, at 6:30 p.m.,
at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were
present: Grimes, Carlson (arrived at 7:30 p.m.), Herbes (arrived
at 6:50 p.m.), Smothers, Langsdorf (arrived at 6:45 p.m.). Absent
were: Moravec, Rygg. Also in attendance were the following staff
members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; Jessie Hart, Assistant
Finance Director; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; Ken Bjorn,
Assessor; Darlene George, City Clerk; William Barber, Building
Inspector; Nancy Gohman, Administrative Assistant; Julie Jones,
Recycling/Redevelopment Coordinator; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation
Director; William Monk, Public Works Director; Gene Hackett,
Assistant Park & Recreation Director.
The City Council discussed the proposed 1990 Budget for the
following departments: Elections, Assessing, Building,
Commissions, Recycling, Economic Development Authority, Computer,
Parks, Recreation, Swimming Pool, Community Center, Tree Disease,
Engineering, City Buildings, Streets, Water, and Sewer.
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 9:40 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
1
September 19, 1989
page 493
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on September 19, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers. Absent
was: Langsdorf. 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 September 5, 1989 and the Special Meeting of the City
Council on September 7, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
of September 5, 1989 and the Special Meeting of the City Council on
September 7, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of charitable gambling license renewal for
Church of All Saints at the Paddock Bar.
2. Set public hearing for October 3 to consider non -conforming
use and structure variance and parking variance for outside
cafe at Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway.
3. Set public hearing for October 3 to consider variances for
construction of a 20' x 20' attached garage which will
encroach in the required 30' front yard setback and 5' side
yard setback at 5062 Quail Avenue North.
4. Consideration of a charitable gambling license renewal for
Lions Club Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers 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 set by
the City Council to continue from the August 15, 1989 meeting,
a public hearing at which time the City Council will consider
September 19, 1989
page 494
Northern States Power Company Franchise Agreement. The Mayor
asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard
were: Larry Benson, N.S.P.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING TO NORTHERN STATES
POWER COMPANY, A MINNESOTA CORPORATION, ITS
SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, PERMISSION TO
CONSTRUCT, OPERATE, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN
THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA AN ELECTRIC
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM AND TRANSMISSION LINES,
INCLUDING NECESSARY POLES, LINES, FIXTURES
AND APPURTENANCES, FOR THE FURNISHING OF
ELECTRIC ENERGY TO THE CITY, ITS INHABITANTS,
AND OTHERS, AND TO USE PUBLIC WAYS AND PUBLIC
GROUNDS OF THE CITY FOR SUCH PURPOSES.
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
October 3, 1989.
Motion Carried.
Council directed staff to contact an SRA representative to
speak to the Council after the budget is completed.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. Patty Wilder, Executive Director of the Northwest Hennepin
Human Services Council, appeared before the City Council
regarding their program and budget.
2. The City Council considered a petition from residents
regarding property at 6427 - 41st Avenue North. Those
appearing and heard were: Sandra Harter, 6412 - 41st Avenue
North. Council directed staff to pursue verification of
homestead as well as clean-up of this property.
3. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
amendment to the Charitable Gambling Ordinance. Staff to send
letter to all licenses to remind them of 10% obligation.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
September 19, 1989
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ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CHARITABLE
GAMBLING: REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY
CODE, SUBSECTION 1100.19,
SUBDIVISION 11; AMENDING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 1100
BY ADDING A SUBDIVISION
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
October 3, 1989.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered authorization to issue a building
permit to John Leinen Construction Company for John Zimmer to
build a 62' x 50' airplane hangar at Lot 9C, Crystal Airport,
subject to standard procedure.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve authorization to issue a building permit to
John Leinen Construction Company for John Zimmer to build a
62' x 50' airplane hangar at Lot 9C, Crystal Airport, subject
to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
5, The City Council considered authorization to issue a building
permit to John Leinen Construction Company for Marvin Nelson
to build a 40' x 66' airplane hangar at Lot 74A, Crystal
Airport, subject to standard procedure.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization to issue a building permit to
John Leinen Construction Company for Marvin Nelson to build a
40' x 66' airplane hangar at Lot 74A, Crystal Airport, subject
to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered a change to the approved sign
criteria for the Crystal Gallery as requested by Pier I
Imports at 5590 West Broadway. Those appearing and heard
were: Tom Steinke, Pro -Wood Signs.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve a change to the approved sign criteria for
the Crystal Gallery as requested by Pier I Imports at 5590
West Broadway.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
vacating a portion of the side utility and drainage easement
and reconsideration of a variance of 2' of the required 3'
side yard setback for construction of a 20' x 20' detached
garage at 5408 Angeline Avenue North. Those appearing and
heard were: Chuck Bagne, 5408 Angeline Avenue North.
A.
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Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-19
AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN
DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to reconsider a variance of 2' of the required 3'
side yard setback for construction of a 20' x 20' detached
garage at 5408 Angeline Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
C. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve a variance of 2' of the required 3' side
yard setback for construction of a 20' x 20' detached garage
at 5408 Angeline Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered award of bid for creek restoration
on Brunswick Avenue north of 32nd Avenue.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent, awarding bid to
F.F. Jedlicki, not to exceed $14,460:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-59
RESOLUTION AWARDING BID
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers. Absent, not voting: Langsdorf. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
9. The City Council considered a conditional use permit to allow
an auto service center in a B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial)
District at 6800 - 56th Avenue North. Those appearing and
heard were: Paul Oberstar, KLO Properties; Curt Jergens, Real
Estate representative for Firestone.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission conditional use permit #89-
24, as submitted by KLO Properties, to allow an auto service
center in a B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District (Section
515.35, Subd. 4 c)), property located at 6800 - 56th Avenue
North.
Motion Carried.
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The Mayor called a recess at 8:25 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:37 p.m.
10. The City Council considered a no parking resolution for
Medicine Lake Road as part of the Upgrade Project.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-60
RESOLUTION APPROVING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON
MINNESOTA STATE AID HIGHWAY 670 (MEDICINE LAKE ROAD)
BETWEEN LOUISIANA AVENUE AND DOUGLAS DRIVE
IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers; absent, not voting: Langsdorf. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
11. The City Council considered findings of fact for denial of
rezoning application for property at 6203-6213 - 36th Avenue
North.
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. 89-61
RESOLUTION DENYING REQUEST FOR
REZONING OF CERTAIN PROPERTY AT
6203-13 36TH AVENUE NORTH IN THE CITY
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Carlson,
Herbes; voting no: Smothers; absent, not voting: Langsdorf;
abstaining: Rygg. Motion carried, resolution declared
adopted.
12. The City Council considered final approval of proposed plat
for HRA 5th Addition at 3432 Welcome Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-62
RESOLUTION APPROVING A PLAT
September 19, 1989
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By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers; absent, not voting: Langsdorf. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
13. The City Council considered renewal of contract between
Metropolitan Clinic of Counseling (Employee Assistance
Program) and the City of Crystal.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the contract between Metropolitan Clinic
of Counseling and the City of Crystal for the period of
September 1, 1989 through August 31, 1990 at a fee of $8.50
per employee for a total of $1032.00, money to be taken from
Account #01-4310-000-32.
Motion Carried.
14. The City Council considered an appropriation of $1147 for
maintenance and support of the Animal Humane Society. Those
appearing and heard were: Liz Loney, Animal Humane Society.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to table and direct staff to obtain a report on
financial aspects of the Society as well as its charitable
gambling operation, and contact legislators regarding funding
for the Society.
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council considered the designation of voting and
alternate voting delegates for the Annual Congress of Cities,
November 25-29, 1989, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to designate Mayor Herbes as the voting delegate and
City Manager and Councilmember Moravec as the alternate voting
delegates for the Annual Congress of Cities, November 25-29,
1989, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Motion Carried.
16. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
relating to compensation of members of the City Council.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance with a 20% increase
in salaries of Council and Mayor, effective January 1, 1990:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE
COMPENSATION OF
CITY COUNCIL:
CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
RELATING TO
MEMBERS OF THE
REPEALING
SUBSECTION 210.07
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to amend the motion of Councilmember Carlson to a 15%
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increase for Council and Mayor, giving them 5% for each of the
next 3 years, effective January 1, 1990.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers; voting no: Moravec; absent, not voting: Langsdorf;
abstaining: Rygg.
Motion Carried.
Voting on the main motion as amended: voting aye: Grimes,
Carlson, Herbes, Smothers; voting no: Moravec; absent, not
voting: Langsdorf; abstaining: Rygg
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
October 3, 1989.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council considered CDBG Third Party Agreement with
the Greater Minneapolis Day Care Association.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-63
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT THIRD PARTY AGREEMENT WITH
THE GREATER MINNEAPOLIS DAYCARE ASSOCIATION
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers; absent, not voting: Langsdorf. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
18. The City Council considered setting a date of work session for
the Environmental Quality Commission to meet with the Council
in November to discuss the Housing Maintenance Code.
By consensus the Council set 7:00 p.m. on November 20, 1989
for a work session with the Environmental Quality Commission
to discuss the Housing Maintenance Code.
19. The City Council discussed the Long -Range Planning Commission.
It was the consensus of the Council that abolishment of the
Long -Range Planning Commission should be placed on the next
Long -Range Planning Commission agenda for discussion and then
come back to the Council.
20. The City Council discussed the Civil Service Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to appoint Marty Gates, 5108 - 48th Avenue North, to
the Civil Service Commission for an unexpired term ending
December 31, 1990.
Motion Carried.
21.
22.
23.
24.
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The City Attorney advised the Council that the Charter
Commission would be discussing the Civil Service Commission at
its next meeting.
The City Council reconsidered the dates for the budget public
hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to set 7 p.m., October 24, 1989 as the date for the
budget public hearing and October 31, 1989 as an alternate
date, in lieu of October 10 and October 17, 1989, as
previously set by the City Council.
Motion Carried.
The City Council discussed property at 5201 Maryland Avenue
North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-64
RESOLUTION ORDERING THE ABATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
EXISTING AT 5201 MARYLAND AVENUE NORTH
IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers; absent, not voting: Langsdorf. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
The City Council discussed Light Rail Transit Stations.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to table.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered a resolution relating to City
participation in Narcotics Control Program.
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. 89-65
RESOLUTION RELATING TO CITY PARTICIPATION IN
NARCOTICS CONTROL PROGRAM
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers; absent, not voting: Langsdorf. Motion
carried, resolution declared adopted.
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page 501
Moved by Councilmember Smothers 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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October 3, 1989
page 502
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on October 3, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. Also in attendance were the following staff members:
John Olson, Assistant City Manager (arrived at 9:45 p.m.); 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 Mayor introduced the new Fire Chief Kevin McGinty.
The Mayor acknowledged a donation in the amount of $4500 from the
Crystal Lions for an Officer Exchange Program and a donation from
the Elks Lodge #44 for $43.45 for the D.A.R.E. Program.
The Mayor read a proclamation proclaiming October 18, 1989 as
American Field Service Intercultural Programs Day.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the proclamation.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of September 19, 1989 and the Special Worksession of
September 18, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember Rygg
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
September 19, 1989 and the Special Worksession of September 18,
1989.
Motion Carried.
Councilmember Langsdorf abstained from approval of the regular
meeting of September 19, 1989 which she did not attend.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of a change in dates on a solicitor's permit for
Minnesota Public Interest Research Group (MPIRG).
2. Consideration of resignation of Lois Darg from the Human
Relations Commission.
3. Consideration of resignation of Lois Ehret from the Human
Relations Commission.
October 3, 1989
page 503
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Public Hearings:
1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as
advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council
will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider a
variance of 7.5' in the required 30' front yard setback and
3.5' in the required 5' side yard setback for construction of
a 20' x 20' attached garage at 5062 Quail Avenue North. The
Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard
were: Jerry Ackerman, 5038 Quail Avenue North; Cindy
Frayseth, 5062 Quail Avenue North; Walter Ranik, 5032 Quail
Avenue North could not attend meeting but delivered a written
objection to approval of the variance.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to grant as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant
to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify
the strict application of Section 515.13, Subd. 2 a) and
Section 515.13, Subd. 3 a) 1) granting a variance of 7.5' in
the required 30' front yard setback and 3.3' in the required
5' side yard setback for construction of a 20' x 20' attached
garage at 5062 Quail Avenue North as requested in applications
#89-27 and #89-28.
No Action Taken on Motion.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to continue public hearing to October 17, 1989 for
staff and applicant to explore alternative plans for the
project.
Motion Carried.
2. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as
advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council
will consider assessments for: A) The 1989 Sealcoat Program
Project #89-2, B) Curb and Gutter Improvement Project #89-5,
C) Alley Improvement Project #89-6, D) Sidewalk Repair
Project #89-7, E) Diseased Tree Removal and Weed Cutting and
Debris Removal, and F) 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:
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A. 1989 Sealcoat Project #89-2:
Muriel Stewart, 4600 Colorado Avenue North (written
appeal also received from Joseph and Muriel
Stewart);
Tony McLaughlin, 4706 Zane Avenue North;
Macy Seymour, 4841 Hampshire Avenue North.
B. Curb and Gutter Improvement Project #89-5:
Tony McLaughlin, 4706 Zane Avenue North.
C. Alley Improvement Prosect #89-6:
Greg Smith, 3835 Vera Cruz Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
A. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent, with side yard
benefit to double bungalows:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-66
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR THE
1989 SEALCOAT PROGRAM, PROJECT #89-2
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
B. Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-67
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT
CURB & GUTTER IMPROVEMENT, PROJECT #89-5
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
C. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-68
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR
ALLEY IMPROVEMENT, PROJECT #89-6
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
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D. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-69
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR
SIDEWALK REPAIR, PROJECT #89-7
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
E. 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. 89-70
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR
DISEASED TREE REMOVAL AND WEED CUTTING
AND DEBRIS REMOVAL
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
F. Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-71
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR
DELINQUENT SEWER, WATER, RECYCLING
AND STREET LIGHTING CHARGES
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:15 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:31 p.m. The Mayor announced the EDA meeting would
immediately follow the City Council meeting.
3. 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 to expand a non -conforming use (said non -conformity
being bar/restaurant in an industrial area) and structure
(insufficient setback) and a variance of 24 off street parking
spaces to permit an outside cafe at 4900 West Broadway. The
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Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning the variances. Those present and heard
were: Bill Mavity, Attorney for Steven Weisman; Steven
Weisman, Owner of Steve O's; Jim Kraker, 4913 Vera Cruz Avenue
North; Ruth Hunt, 4824 Xenia Avenue North; Dick Espeland, 4843
Xenia Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to continue until next possible meeting the
discussion of authorization pursuant to Section 515.05 of the
Zoning Code to expand a non -conforming use, said non-
conformity being bar/restaurant in an industrial area and a
structure with insufficient setback; and a variance of 24 off
street parking stalls (Section 515.09, Subd. 8 v) of the
Zoning Code) to permit an outside cafe at 4900 West Broadway
as requested in applications #89-31, and #89-32 allowing staff
and applicant to work up a more definite plan.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 9:40 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:50 p.m.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered awarding of a bid for playground
equipment at Kentucky & Cavanagh Parks.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-72
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID TO VIKING FENCE
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
2. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
to consider Franchise Agreement with Northern States Power
Company. Present and heard was: Peter Carney, Manager of
Rate Administration for N.S.P.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-20
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING TO NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY,
A MINNESOTA CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS,
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PERMISSION TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
IN THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA AN ELECTRIC
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM AND TRANSMISSION LINES,
INCLUDING NECESSARY POLES, LINES, FIXTURES
AND APPURTENANCES, FOR THE FURNISHING OF ELECTRIC
ENERGY TO THE CITY, ITS INHABITANTS,
AND OTHERS, AND TO USE PUBLIC WAYS AND PUBLIC
GROUNDS OF THE CITY FOR SUCH PURPOSES
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
amendment to the Charitable Gambling Ordinance.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-21
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CHARITABLE
GAMBLING: REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY
CODE, SUBSECTION 1100.19,
SUBDIVISION 11; AMENDING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 1100
BY ADDING A SUBDIVISION
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
relating to compensation of members of the City Council.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-22
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO
COMPENSATION OF MEMBERS OF THE
CITY COUNCIL: REPEALING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 210.07
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes;
voting no: Moravec, Langsdorf; abstaining: Smothers.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered an appropriation of $1147 for
maintenance and support of the Animal Humane Society. No
action was taken.
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6. The City Council considered a resolution amendment to Project
Air Agreement.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-73
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT TO
THE PROJECT AIR AGREEMENT
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
7. The City Council discussed the rescheduling of the City
Council/Environmental Quality Commission Worksession.
By common consent the City Council set 7:00 p.m. on November
16, 1989 for a work session with the Environmental Quality
Commission to discuss the Housing Maintenance Code.
8. The City Council discussed the update on Brooklyn Park
Redevelopment Plan north of 62nd Avenue. Council directed
staff to send residents in the affected area an update.
9. The City Council considered a non -encroachment agreement
between the City of Crystal and Hennepin County for Federal -
aid highway improvement.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-74
RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT NO. 51-09-89
BETWEEN CRYSTAL AND HENNEPIN COUNTY FOR
FEDERAL AID HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS FOR
MEDICINE LAKE ROAD
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION:
1. The City Council discussed a circulator bus system in the
northern suburbs.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve Crystal's share (approximately $200) to
fund a study of a circulator bus system for the northern
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suburbs, including cities of Crystal, Brooklyn Park, Maple
Grove and Osseo.
Motion Carried.
2. The Mayor read a proclamation proclaiming the week of October
15-21, 1989 as National Business Women's Week in the City of
Crystal.
3. The District 281 referendum was discussed. Consensus of the
Council was to have Patricia Neils, School Board Chair of
District 281, appear at a Council meeting explaining the
referendum as well as discussion of Thorson School, Mielke
Field, and Cavanagh Park.
4. Budget hearing was discussed. Consensus was to put on hold
until further information is received from the State.
5. The City Council recognized the dedication of Red Sochacki
Park in Robbinsdale. Mr. Sochacki is now a resident of
Crystal and a member of the Crystal Park & Recreation
Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m.
/mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
October 17, 1989
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on October 17, 1989 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 7:35 p.m.), Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. 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 October 3, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
of October 3, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Set public hearing for November 8, 1989 to consider parking
variance for expansion of Thriftway Supermarket at 5715 West
Broadway.
2. Set public hearing for November 8, 1989 to consider variance
for a detached garage which will encroach in the required 25'
side street side yard setback at 4501 Yates Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Public Hearings:
1. The City Council continued from the October 3, 1989 meeting
the public hearing for a variance of 7.5' in the required 30'
front yard setback and 3.5' in the required 5' side yard
setback for construction of a 20' x 20' attached garage at
5062 Quail Avenue North. 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 Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to deny the authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of
the Crystal City Code to vary or modify the strict application
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of Section 515.13, Subd. 2 a) and Section 515.13, Subd. 3 a)
1), granting a variance of 7.5' in the required 30' front yard
setback and 3.3' in the required 5' side yard setback for
construction of a 20' x 20' attached garage at 5062 Quail
Avenue North as requested in applications #89-27 and #89-28.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Langsdorf; absent, not voting: Moravec; abstaining:
Smothers.
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 auto service center building at 6800 - 56th Avenue
North as requested by Firestone. Those appearing and heard
were: Ron Mielke, real estate agent.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
authorization to issue a building permit to Firestone for
construction of a 6,595 sq. ft. auto service center building
located at 6800 - 56th Avenue North, subject to standard
procedure.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered a variance to allow a 32 sq. ft.
sign in a R-1 District (4 sq. ft. allowed in R-1) at 5810 -
56th Avenue North. Those appearing and heard were: Duane
Gilberg, Edina Realty Company.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to deny a variance to allow a 32 sq. ft. sign in a
R-1 District at 5810 - 56th Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
Councilmember Moravec arrived.
3. The City Council considered a conditional use permit to allow
a convenience food establishment in a B-4 District at 5557
West Broadway. Those appearing and heard were: Edward
Paster, Paster Enterprises; John Streeter, Construction
Manager for Paster Enterprises; Lisa Yarbrough, Paster
Enterprises.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission a conditional use permit to
allow a convenience food establishment in a B-4 (Community
Commercial) District (Section 515.37, Subd. 4 i)), property
located at 5557 West Broadway.
Motion Carried.
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4. The City Council considered issuance of a building permit for
construction of a convenience food establishment building at
5557 West Broadway.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
authorization to issue a building permit to Advance
Construction to build a 40' x 62' building located at 5557
West Broadway, subject to standard procedure.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered a variance to allow signs as
addressed in Section 406 of the City Ordinance at 5557 West
Broadway.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve a sign variance in Sections 406.17, Subd.
2 c); 406.05, Subd. 17; 406.05, Subd. 27; 406.05, Subd. 24;
and 406.17, Subd. 1; as presented in the memo from the
Building Inspector dated October 12, 1989 regarding variance
application #89-30 and requested by Paster Enterprises, 5557
West Broadway.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:20 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:35 p.m.
6. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
to rezone property at 5738 West Broadway from R-1 to R-2 to
allow construction of a two-family structure.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
November 8, 1989.
Motion Carried.
7. Pat Neils, Chairperson of the School Board of Independent
School District #281, appeared to discuss the school
referendum and other issues such as Mielke Field, Thorson
School, Cavanagh School park, and Fair School. No action was
taken.
8. The City Council considered a resolution approving plans for
improvement to Medicine Lake Road.
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Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-75
MEDICINE LAKE ROAD UPGRADE
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
9. The City Council considered a resolution on assessments to tax
forfeited property.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-76
RESOLUTION DETERMINING TOTAL AMOUNTS THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN ASSESSED
AGAINST CERTAIN PARCELS OF TAX -FORFEITED LANDS IF SUCH
PROPERTIES HAD BEEN SUBJECT TO ASSESSMENT AT THE TIME OF
DETERMINATION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE AMOUNTS TO BE
ASSESSED IN THE MATTER OF THE IMPROVEMENTS NAMED IN THE
FOLLOWING SCHEDULE: AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PREPARE
AN ABSTRACT SHOWING THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH PARCEL OF LAND
FORFEITED TO THE STATE FOR NON-PAYMENT OF TAXES AND THE TOTAL
AMOUNT THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN ASSESSED AGAINST EACH PARCEL IF IT
HAD BEEN SUBJECT TO ASSESSMENT: AND DIRECTING SAID CITY CLERK
TO CERTIFY THE SAME TO HENNEPIN COUNTY FINANCE DIVISION
PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATUTES 282.01, SUBD. 3
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
10. The City Council considered an Exclusive Negotiations
Agreement between the Crystal Economic Development Authority
and the Anthony Center Partnership. Appearing and heard was:
Roger Jensen, Consultant for Nicklow Corporation. The Mayor
requested the record show that a letter was sent to Nicklow's
in August by the building inspector regarding vacant house at
5400 - 35th Avenue North and no action has been taken by
Nicklow's. The consensus of the Council was to continue this
item to the November 8, 1989 meeting.
11. The City Council considered a resolution awarding a bid for
demolition of a single-family home at 3432 Welcome Avenue
North.
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Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-77
RESOLUTION APPROVING DEMOLITION BID TO
VEIT AND COMPANY, INC.
FOR 3432 WELCOME AVENUE NORTH
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
12. Mr. George Menzies, 5232 - 47th Avenue North, appeared before
the Council to discuss traffic and street conditions on 47th
Avenue between West Broadway and Highway #81. Concerns were•
speeding, noise, truck traffic, vibration and street
deterioration.
13. Miles Johnson, Finance Director, discussed Local Government
Aids and the impact new legislation has on the City.
14. The City Council considered discontinuing the operation of the
Long -Range Planning Commission and transferring all its duties
to the Planning Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to disband the Long -Range Planning Commission and shift
duties to Planning Commission.
Motion Failed.
Gary Joselyn, 4068 Hampshire and long-time member of the Long -
Range Planning Commission, appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to send this item to the Planning Commission for their
recommendation.
Motion Carried.
15. The City Council considered a resolution urging community
groups, schools, business and civic organizations to support
and participate in special activities during the week of
December 3-9, 1989, for Cities' Fight Back Against Drugs Week.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-78
CITIES FIGHT BACK AGAINST DRUGS WEEK
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By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
16. The City Council considered a resolution in support of on-
going Hennepin County Community Planning funding for the
Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-79
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING ON-GOING HENNEPIN COUNTY
COMMUNITY PLANNING FUNDING FOR THE
NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
17. The City Council discussed the adoption of a City fee
schedule.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LICENSE AND
PERMIT FEES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SECTIONS 1000, 1010, AND 1015 AND
SUBSECTION 1015.09, SUBDIVISION 1:
REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTIONS
1010.03 AND 1015.12
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
November 8, 1989.
Motion Carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
EDA Advisory Commission was discussed. Mayor Herbes continued
discussion to November 8, 1989 Council meeting.
Mayor Herbes requested office space at City Hall for Mayor and
Council.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to direct staff to find space for Mayor and Council
visits to City Hall.
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By roll call and voting aye: Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers;
voting no: Moravec, Grimes, Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
The City Manager discussed purchase of property near Bassett
Creek Park, 2951 Vera Cruz Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to direct staff to pursue the purchase of 2951 Vera
Cruz Avenue North and bring back details to the Council.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 11:15 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
November 8, 1989
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on November 8, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. Also in attendance were the following staff members:
Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; David Kennedy, City Attorney; William
Monk, Public Works Director; William Barber, Building Inspector;
Darlene George, City Clerk; Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator;
Nancy Gohman, Administrative Assistant; Miles Johnson, Finance
Director.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor acknowledged a donation to the Park & Recreation
Department from Jon Shuster, Crystal resident, in the amount of
$49.00 in appreciation of his enjoyment of Bassett Creek Park.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of October 17, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember Rygg
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
October 17, 1989.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Consideration of an application For Exemption From Lawful
Gambling License from VFW Auxiliary, 5222 - 56th Avenue North,
for a raffle on Sunday, January 7, 1990.
2. Consideration of a gambling license renewal application for
Knights of Columbus, 4947 West Broadway.
3. Consideration of an application with waiver of fee for six
temporary signs to be located at 7200 Bass Lake Road, 4920
West Broadway, 5924 West Broadway, 3600 Douglas Drive, 2756
Douglas Drive, and 5842 Bass Lake Road for the Lions Club of
Crystal from November 18th thru November 26, 1989 for a
pancake breakfast.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
The City Council considered the following Public Hearings:
1. It being 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, Mayor Herbes declared this was the date and time as
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advertised for a public hearing at which time the City Council
will consider a variance for a detached garage which will
encroach in the required 25' side street side yard setback at
4501 Yates Avenue North. The Mayor asked those present to
voice their opinions or to ask questions concerning this
matter. Those present and heard were: Tony Piasecki, 4501
Yates Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve as recommended by and based on the findings
of fact of the Planning Commission the authorization pursuant
to Section 515.55 of the Crystal City Code to vary or modify
the strict application of Section 515.07, Subd. 5 c) 7) to
grant a variance of 5' in the required 25' side street side
yard setback for a 22' x 20' detached garage at 4501 Yates
Avenue North as requested in application #89-38.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council continued from the October 3, 1989 meeting
the public hearing for non -conformity and parking variances
for an outside cafe at Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway. The
Mayor asked those present to voice their opinions or to ask
questions concerning this matter. Those present and heard
were: William J. Mavity, Attorney for Steven Weisman; Steven
Weisman, Owner of Steve O's.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the authorization pursuant to Section
515.05 of the Zoning Code to expand a non -conforming use
(bar/restaurant in an industrial area) and structure
(insufficient setback); and authorization pursuant to Section
515.09, Subd. 8 v) of the Zoning Code for a variance of 15
parking stalls in addition to the 28 stall variance previously
approved in 1984 and currently in effect, with the 12
conditions set forth in the memo to the Planning Commission
amending the insurance requirement to $600,000.00 from the
City Engineer dated September 7, 1989 (11/1/89 update).
Motion Carried.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; voting no: Moravec.
Motion Carried.
3. 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
parking variance for expansion of Thriftway Supermarket at
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5715 West Broadway. 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 Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers 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, Subd. 8 t) to grant
a variance of 11 off street parking spaces (presently has
variance of 16) in the required 177 parking spaces to allow a
36' x 46' addition to Thriftway Supermarket at 5715 West
Broadway as requested in application #89-35.
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 remodeling at Thriftway, 5715 West Broadway.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve as recommended by the Planning Commission
authorization to issue a building permit to Corporate
Finishers, Inc. for Al Salsburg for a 36' x 46' addition to
the existing Thriftway Supermarket located at 5715 West
Broadway, plus other remodeling, subject to standard
procedure.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered appointments to the Economic
Development Authority Advisory Commission.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the recommendation of Mayor Herbes to
appoint the following persons to the Economic Development
Authority: Arthur Cunningham, 8124 - 35th Avenue North; Mark
Hoffmann, 3307 Zane Avenue North; Paulette Magnuson, 3159
Jersey Avenue North; Jane Elsen, 5419 Maryland Avenue North;
John Neznick, 16110 - 46th Avenue, Plymouth, Minnesota; Merle
Mattson, 4713 - 36th Avenue North; Anthony W. Brace, 4169
Adair Avenue North; Gail Wawrzyniak, 5646 Regent Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
Staff was directed to notify appointees of an organizational
meeting on November 15 at 7 p.m.
3. The City Council considered a stop sign petition for
intersections of 45th and Adair and 45th and Brunswick Avenues
North. Those present and heard were: Renee Peterson, 4425
Adair Avenue North.
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Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve as recommended by the City Engineer a two-
way stop on Brunswick Avenue at 45th Avenue and on 45th Avenue
at Adair Avenue.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered a petition from residents
regarding rental property at 4501 Adair Avenue North. The
City Manager advised the Council that the Police, Building and
Health Departments had been informed of the petition and were
following up.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to submit a copy of the petition to the Environmental
Quality Commission.
Motion Carried.
5. The City Council considered a resolution recommending
continued support of West Hennepin Community Center.
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. 89-80
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CONTINUING
HENNEPIN COUNTY FUNDING OF THE
WEST HENNEPIN COMMUNITY CENTER
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
6. The City Council considered a Stop Accidents For Everyone
(S.A.F.E.) Award Program for employees in street, park,
water/sewer, maintenance, police, and volunteer firefighters.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve adoption of the Stop Accidents For Everyone
(S.A.F.E.) Award Program.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered a resolution on easement
acquisition for Medicine Lake Road improvement. Those
appearing and heard were: Mark Hanson, New Hope City
Engineer.
Councilmember Grimes directed staff to inform Neill School PTA
so they could make people aware of the project.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
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RESOLUTION NO. 89-81
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EMINENT DOMAIN
PROCEEDINGS AND ACQUISITION PURSUANT TO
MINNESOTA STATUTE 117.042 FOR A STREET
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT #89-1
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
8. The City Council discussed a request from the Crystal Fire
Department for an increase in pension and salary. Mark
Warnack, Secretary of Crystal Fire Fighters Relief
Association, appeared and spoke.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to table to allow staff and the Crystal Fire Fighters
Association to get together on a compromise and bring this
back to the next meeting.
By roll call and voting aye: Langsdorf, Smothers, Carlson,
Grimes, Rygg; voting no: Moravec; abstaining: Herbes.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:52 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:06 p.m.
The Mayor announced that Item 12 on the agenda would be next, after
which the Economic Development Authority would meet, with Council
reconvening its meeting at the conclusion of the Economic
Development Authority meeting.
9. The City Council considered the Exclusive Negotiations
Agreement between the Crystal Economic Development Authority
and the Anthony Center Partnership. Those appearing and heard
were: Bill Nicklow.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve entering into an Exclusive Negotiations
Agreement between the Crystal Economic Development Authority
and the Anthony Center Partnership, and further that the Mayor
and City Manager be authorized to sign such agreement.
Motion Carried.
The Council meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m. to be reopened at the
conclusion of the EDA meeting.
The Council meeting reopened at 9:42 p.m.
10. The City Council considered the Improvement Agreement for
building construction at Crystal Shopping Center, 5557 West
Broadway.
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Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve entering into an agreement with Paster
Enterprises to guarantee construction of site improvements for
the convenience food establishments proposed at the Crystal
Shopping Center, and further that the Mayor and City Manager
be authorized to sign such agreement.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered the Improvement Agreement for
building construction by Firestone at 6800 - 56th Avenue
North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec toyapprove entering into agreement with
Firestone/Master Care Center to guarantee construction of site
improvements for Firestone's proposed building at 6800 - 56th
Avenue North, and further that the Mayor and City Manager be
authorized to sign such an agreement.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
relating to license and permit fees.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-23
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO LICENSE AND
PERMIT FEES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE,
SECTIONS 1000, 1010, AND 1015: REPEALING CRYSTAL
CITY CODE, SUBSECTIONS 1010.03, 1015.09, AND 1015.12
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
rezoning property at 5738 West Broadway from R-1 (Single-
family Residential) to R-2 (Single and Two Family
Residential).
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-24
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING:
CHANGING THE USE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LANDS
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
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14. Mayor Herbes declared this was the time and date for the
official canvass of the results of the General Municipal
Election held on November 7, 1989. The City Clerk presented
to the Council the certification of the returns of the
election.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-82
RESOLUTION CANVASSING THE VOTE AND
DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE REGULAR
MUNICIPAL ELECTION
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
15. The City Council considered Resolution #4246 of the
Robbinsdale City Council regarding light rail transit station
in Golden Valley.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to direct staff to write a letter to Hennepin County
stating the City's concerns regarding deletion of station
locations as detailed in Robbinsdale's Resolution #4246 and
Crystal's intent to review this issue in detail as the design
process continues.
Motion Carried.
16. The City Council discussed the 1990 Proposed Legislative
Polices and Priorities of the League of Minnesota Cities.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to appoint the Mayor as the voting member and the
City Manager as the alternate voting member and Councilmember
Moravec as a second alternate voting member for the Policy
Adoption Meeting to be held by the League of Minnesota Cities
on November 16, 1989.
Motion Carried.
17. The City Council considered the interim appointment of the law
firm of Holmes and Graven and the continuance of David J.
Kennedy as the City Attorney for the City of Crystal during
the Requests for Proposal process and until the formal
decision is made.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the interim appointment of the law firm of
Holmes and Graven and the continuance of David J. Kennedy as
the City Attorney for the City of Crystal during the Requests
for Proposal process and until the formal decision is made.
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Councilmember Carlson offered a friendly amendment to
terminate the interim appointment 12-31-89.
No second was made.
Councilmember Moravec called the previous question.
Motion Carried.
18. The City Council discussed an increase in health and life
insurance contribution for non-union employees of the City of
Crystal. Miles Johnson, Finance Director, appeared and was
heard.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve a continuance to cover the entire cost of
single participants for health care and increase the
contribution for family coverage by $25 per month.
Motion Carried.
19. The City Council considered a resolution for adopting proposed
budget and levying taxes for certification to the County
Auditor.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-83
RESOLUTION ADOPTING PROPOSED BUDGET AND
LEVYING TAXES FOR CERTIFICATION TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Herbes,
Smothers, Langsdorf; voting no: Carlson. Motion carried,
resolution declared adopted.
20. The City Council discussed a budget work session and setting
dates for the public hearings to adopt the 1990 City of
Crystal Budget.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to set December 5, 1989, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon
thereafter as the matter may be heard as the date and time for
a public hearing at which time the City of Crystal 1990 Budget
will be adopted, with a continuance of the public hearing on
December 19, 1989 if an additional date is needed.
Motion Carried.
By consensus the Council set a budget work session for 6:00
p.m. on November 20, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the list of license applications as
submitted by the City Clerk to the City Council, a list of
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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
Smothers to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:26 p.m.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
Mayor
November 20, 1989
page 526
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 November 20, 1989, at 6:00 p.m.,
at 4141 Douglas Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. The following were
present: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf (arrived at 7:20 p.m.). Also in attendance were the
following staff members: Jerry Dulgar, City Manager; John Olson,
Assistant City Manager; Jessie Hart, Assistant to the Finance
Director; Miles Johnson, Finance Director; Darlene George, City
Clerk; Ed Brandeen, Park & Recreation Director; William Monk,
Public Works Director; Kevin McGinty, Fire Chief; James Mossey,
Police Chief.
The City Council discussed the proposed 1990 Budget.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
1
November 21, 1989
page 527
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on November 21, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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; Nancy Gohman, Administrative Assistant; Miles Johnson,
Finance Director; 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 8, 1989 and the minutes of the Special Work
Session of the City Council held on November 20, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
2. Set public hearing for December 5, 1989 to consider variance
of 9' in the required 10' side street side yard setback for a
11' x 12' detached shed at 5955 Jersey Avenue North.
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 the First Reading of an Ordinance
rezoning property at 3343 Vera Cruz Avenue North from B-4
(Community Commercial) to B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) and a
conditional use permit to operate an auto repair facility.
of
November 8, 1989 and the minutes of the Special Work Session of
the
City Council held on November 20, 1989.
Motion
Carried.
The
Mayor displayed a sample of the banners purchased
by Crystal
business
owners for Bass Lake Road in downtown Crystal.
The
City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1.
Set public hearing for December 5, 1989 to consider
variance
of 5' in the required 30' front yard setback for a 6'
x 14'
screened porch which encroaches in the required 30'
front yard
setback at 5423 Welcome Avenue North.
2. Set public hearing for December 5, 1989 to consider variance
of 9' in the required 10' side street side yard setback for a
11' x 12' detached shed at 5955 Jersey Avenue North.
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 the First Reading of an Ordinance
rezoning property at 3343 Vera Cruz Avenue North from B-4
(Community Commercial) to B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) and a
conditional use permit to operate an auto repair facility.
November 21, 1989
page 528
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to continue to the December 19, 1989 meeting as
requested by Robert Ayers to allow time for further studies on
the area.
Motion Carried.
2. The City Council considered the setting of rental fees for the
new Community Center.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to approve rental fees for the new Community Center
as recommended by the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
and presented by the Park and Recreation Director.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council considered the construction of a double flume
slide at the Crystal Municipal Pool.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to proceed with the construction of a double flume
slide at the Crystal Municipal Pool.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes to amend the motion to require a
certificate of product liability insurance from the
manufacturer of the equipment.
After considerable discussion Councilmember Smothers called
the previous question as amended.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes,
Smothers; voting no: Langsdorf, Moravec.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council reconsidered a request from the Crystal Fire
Department for an increase in pension and salary. Those
present and heard were: Don Baker, Fire Relief Association;
Miles Johnson, Finance Director.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to accept and approve the Fire Relief Association
proposal as presented.
Councilmember Grimes amended the motion to include a two-year
negotiation period.
Councilmember Smothers declined the amendment.
After considerable discussion it was moved by Councilmember
Grimes and seconded by Councilmember Moravec to amend the main
motion to include a two-year negotiation period on the Fire
Relief Association proposal of $17 monthly benefit or a $2500
per year of service lump sum payment upon retirement.
November 21, 1989
page 529
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Langsdorf; voting no: Smothers; abstaining: Herbes.
Motion Carried.
A vote on the main motion as amended: voting aye: Moravec,
Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Smothers, Langsdorf; abstaining:
Herbes.
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 establishing an
Employee of the Year Award Program.
The Mayor recommended the City Council be included in the
final paragraph of the resolution relating to the
appropriateness of awards to employees.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to include the City Council along with the City
Manager in the decision making process of appropriateness of
awards.
Discussion followed.
Councilmember Carlson withdrew his motion and Councilmember
Smothers agreed that it should be the City Manager's decision.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-84
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AN EMPLOYEE OF
THE YEAR AWARD PROGRAM
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
6. The City Council considered a resolution adopting a City of
Crystal fee schedule.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-85
RESOLUTION RELATING TO LICENSE
FEES AND PERMIT FEES
November 21, 1989
page 530
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
7. The City Council discussed fees charged by the League of
Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT). No action taken.
8. The City Council reviewed the Feasibility Study for Twin
Lake/Ryan Lake Outlet Modification Improvement as proposed by
Shingle Creek Water Management Commission. No action taken.
9. The City Council discussed holding an organizational meeting
of the City Council and the EDA meeting on January 2, 1990 and
regular Council meetings on January 9 and January 23, 1990.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to set 7:00 p.m. on January 2, 1990 as the date and
time for an organizational meeting of the Crystal City Council
to be followed by the regular Economic Development Authority
meeting, and to set 7:00 p.m. January 9 and January 23 as the
dates and times for the regular City Council meetings for
January 1990.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Building Construction.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE
RELATING TO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 400
BY ADDING A SUBSECTION:
REPEALING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 400.01
and further, that the second and final reading by held on
December 5, 1989.
Motion Carried.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Mayor Herbes reported that the committee reviewing the
Requests For Proposals for a City Attorney had met and picked
four legal firms out of the eight that submitted proposals to
be interviewed by the Council.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to notify the four legal firms chosen to appear at the
December 5, 1989 City Council meeting for interviews by the
City Council with each firm having a ten minute interview and
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page 531
ten minute question and answer period, and directing staff to
include resumes and fee schedules of all four firms in the
Council packets prior to the meeting.
By roll call and voting aye: Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers;
voting no: Moravec, Grimes, Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
2. Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf that all Councilmembers attending the 66th Annual
Congress of Cities in Atlanta, Georgia, November 25-29, 1989
prepare a written report of findings from meetings attended to
report back to the Council table prior to reimbursement of
expenses.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg,
Langsdorf; voting no: Carlson, Herbes; abstaining: Smothers.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg 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 Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
December 5, 1989
page 532
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on December 5, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf. 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; Jessie Hart, Assistant to the
Finance Director.
The Mayor led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor accepted a Certificate of Commendation from Governor
Perpich for providing affordable housing in Crystal through the
Minnesota Communities Program.
The Mayor acknowledged a donation in the amount of $13,000 from the
Crystal Lions Club to be used for the Crystal Community Center
kitchen facilities.
The City Council considered the minutes of the Regular City Council
meeting of November 21, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting
of November 21, 1989.
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 the 1990 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: An
unidentified woman with concerns about recycling charges; Gary
Boyle, 6812 Cloverdale Avenue North; Cloud Fasching, 4748
Hampshire Avenue North.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Moved by Council-nember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
December 5, 1989
page 533
RESOLUTION NO. 89-86
RESOLUTION ADOPTING BUDGET AND LEVYING
TAXES FOR CERTIFICATION TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered an Ordinance Amendment and
Resolution Related to Utility Rate Increases.
A. Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SEWER, WATER AND STREET LIGHTING
RATES AND CHARGES: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE
SUBSECTION 710.05 AND SUBSECTION 715.13, SUBDIVISIONS 1 AND 4
and further, that the second and final reading be held on
December 19, 1989,
Motion Carried.
B. Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following resolution, the reading of
which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-87
RESOLUTION ADJUSTING SEWER AND WATER RATES
FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
The Mayor called a recess at 8 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened
at 8:12 p.m.
2. The City Council interviewed the following four attorney firms
for municipal legal services for the City of Crystal: Wurst,
Pearson, Larson, Underwood & Mertz; Rosenthal, Rondoni,
McMillan & Joyner, LTD.; Holmes & Graven; and Jensen, Hicken,
Gedde & Scott, P.A.
The Mayor announced the Economic Development Authority meeting
scheduled for 9 p.m. would convene after Council items with
people in attendance were complete.
December 5, 1989
page 534
The Mayor called a recess at 9:30 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 9:45 p.m.
By consensus it was the decision of the Council to go on with items
on the agenda that had people in attendance and return to the City
Attorney RFP's later in the meeting. At approximately 11 p.m. the
Council reopened consideration of a legal firm to perform legal
services for the City.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to retain Holmes and Graven law firm for municipal
legal services for the City of Crystal.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg,
Langsdorf; voting no: Carlson, Herbes, Smothers.
Motion Carried.
3. The City Council reconsidered conditions for operation of
outside cafe as requested by Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway.
Those appearing and heard were: Bill Mavity, Attorney for
Steven Weisman and Steven Weisman, owner of Steve O's.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to recommend approval of the operation of an outside
cafe at Steve O's, 4900 West Broadway, with public liability
insurance in the amount of $500,000 per occurrence.
By roll call and voting aye: Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Smothers,
Herbes; voting no: Moravec, Langsdorf.
Motion Carried.
4. Mary Lindner, owner of The Clothes Exchange, 2712 Douglas
Drive, appeared before the City Council to discuss her second-
hand goods' license. The Mayor recommended that staff work
with the City Attorney on a means to exempt this type of
operation from the existing license fee requirements for
second hand goods dealers.
5. The City Council considered a variance of 5' in the required
30' front yard setback for a 6' x 14' screened porch which
encroaches in the required 30' front yard setback at 5423
Welcome Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson to table the item to allow the
builder to come to the Council and speak on his behalf.
Motion failed for lack of a second.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of
the Crystal City Code of a variance of 5' in the required 30'
front yard setback for a 6' x 14' deck in lieu of a screened
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page 535
porch on the existing house at 5423 Welcome Avenue North as
requested in application #89-39.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered a variance of 9' in the required
10' side street side yard setback for an 11' x 12' detached
shed at 5955 Jersey Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to approve authorization pursuant to Section 515.55 of
the Crystal City Code of a variance of 9' in the required 10'
side street side yard setback for an 11' x 12' detached shed
at 5955 Jersey Avenue North as requested in application #89-
41.
Motion Carried.
7. The City Council considered a variance of 9' in the required
10' setback for a free standing sign at 5200 Douglas Drive.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the authorization of a variance of 9' in
the required 10' setback for a free standing sign at 5200
Douglas Drive.
Motion Carried.
The City Council meeting was closed to conduct the meeting of the
Economic Development Authority at 10:30 p.m. The meeting was
reopened at 10:44 p.m. to conduct the remaining business of the
City Council.
8. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
Relating to Building Construction.
Moved by Councilmember Moravec and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-25
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SECTION 400
BY ADDING A SUBSECTION: REPEALING
CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 400.01
and further, that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered the gambling license renewal
application for Minnesota Therapeutic Camp at Rostamos, 6014
Lakeland Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve the gambling license renewal application
December 5, 1989
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for Minnesota Therapeutic Camp at Rostamos, 6014 Lakeland
Avenue North.
Motion Carried.
10. The City Council considered a Tax Increment Policy Statement
of the Northern Mayors Association.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to approve the Tax Increment Policy Statement of the
Northern Mayors Association.
Motion Carried.
11. The City Council considered observations made by George M.
Hansen Company, Auditors, relating to the system of internal
control and accounting procedures.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to accept the report of the Auditors, George M. Hansen
Company.
Motion Carried.
12. The City Council considered a report from the Environmental
Quality Commission on the need for a Housing Maintenance Code
in Crystal and draft of Housing Maintenance Code.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to accept the report from the Environmental Quality
Commission on the need for a Housing Maintenance Code in
Crystal and the draft of the Housing Maintenance Code, and
further to forward the draft Housing Maintenance Code to the
Planning Commission and the Economic Development Authority
Advisory Commission for their review, after which time the
City Attorney will be asked to review the draft code prior to
coming back to the City Council for a second review.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council considered the Planning Commission
recommendation regarding the Long -Range Planning Commission
work items and status.
By consensus the Council accepted the recommendation of the
Planning Commission, that the Planning Commission assume the
appropriate work items (related to Planning) of the Long -Range
Planning Commission while making the Long -Range Planning
Commission inactive.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers 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.
December 5, 1989
page 537
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 11:10 p.m.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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—Mayor
December 19, 1989
page 538
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Regular meeting of the
Crystal City Council was held on December 19, 1989 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, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson, Herbes, Smothers,
Langsdorf (arrived at 7:06 p.m.). 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; Tom Heenan, Chief Sanitarian; Pat Brady, Animal
Warden; Julie Jones, Redevelopment Coordinator.
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 5, 1989.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember Rygg
to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of
December 5, 1989.
Motion Carried.
By a poll of the City Council between its regularly scheduled
meetings, Resolution No. 89-88 was unanimously adopted to honor
J.J. Choromanski, President of The Bank North, upon his retirement,
to be presented to him on Sunday, December 17, 1989.
The City Council considered the following Consent Agenda:
1. Set public hearing for January 9, 1990 for consideration of a
variance request for an over 4 ft. tall privacy fence in the
front and side yard and parking in the front yard at 3425
Winnetka Avenue Torth as requested by Diane H. Schipper.
2. Set public heari-zg for January 9, 1990 for consideration of a
variance requesting a second principal structure (telephone
tower) on a lot at 5141 Lakeland Avenue North (Johnson
Equipment Company), as requested by Dahlgren, Shardlow and
Uban, Inc. for U.S. West New Vector Group.
3. Set 7:00 p.m., May 1, 1990 as the date and time for the 1990
Local Board of Review.
4. Consideration of a proposal from George M. Hansen Company
regarding the 1939 Audit of the City.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion Carried.
December 19, 1989
page 539
The City Council considered the following items on the Regular
Agenda:
1. The City Council considered the applications for appointment
to the Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission of
Adrian Rygg, 4120 Brunswick Avenue North, and Edwin J.
Krueger, Jr., 5009 - 52nd Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to appoint Adrian Rygg, 4120 Brunswick Avenue North,
and Edwin J. Krueger, Jr., 5009 - 52nd Avenue North to the
Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission effective
January 1, 1990.
Motion Carried.
Councilmember Langsdorf arrived at 7:06 p.m.
2. The City Council continued consideration of the First Reading
of an Ordinance rezoning property at 3343 Vera Cruz Avenue
North and for a conditional use permit to allow an auto
repair -minor facility in a B-3 District. Those appearing and
heard were: Robert Ayers, Developer; David Kievet, Architect;
Angie Nord, 3332 Welcome Avenue North; Marlene Nelson, 3324
Welcome Avenue North; Ken Devine, 3512 Welcome Avenue North;
Robert Costigan, 3422 Welcome Avenue North; Rick Thompson,
3550 Welcome Avenue North; Charles Hillstrom, 3333 Vera Cruz
Avenue North.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to deny request for rezoning and issuance of a
conditional use permit to allow an auto repair -minor facility
at 3343 Vera Cruz Avenue North based on the findings of fact
of the Planning Commission.
Motion Carried.
The Mayor called a recess at 8:00 p.m. and the meeting was
reconvened at 8:10 p.m.
3. Robert Deghetto, Councilmember from Minnetonka, gave a
presentation regarding the Suburban Rate Authority as
requested by the City Council.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Moravec to approve the City's involvement in the Suburban Rate
Authority contingent upon the availability of funds in the
budget.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Langsdorf, Smothers; abstaining: Herbes.
Motion Carried.
4. The City Council considered a conditional use permit to allow
an amusement center (billiards) in a B-4 (Community
December 19, 1989
page 540
Commercial) District at 5311 - 36th Avenue North as submitted
by Bill Nicklow (Anthony Shopping Center). Bill Nicklow
appeared and was heard.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson to table the item. After
discussion Councilmember Carlson withdrew his motion to table.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to continue until January 9 the discussion of
conditional use permit #89-42 to allow an amusement center
(billiards) in a B-4 (Community Commercial) District in the
Anthony Shopping Center, 5311 - 36th Avenue North, as
requested by Bill Nicklow of the Anthony Shopping Center for
removal of garage and shack from the premises.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Rygg, Carlson,
Langsdorf, Smothers, Herbes; voting no: Grimes.
Motion Carried.
5. Cheryl Jones, 6013 - 47th Avenue North, appeared before the
City Council regarding ferrets in the City of Crystal. Others
appearing and heard were: Laurie and Randy Sellers, no
address given; Dave ?, 4151 Boone, New Hope; Rick Cameron,
Veterinarian, 8118 Bass Lake Road, New Hope; Joel Johnson,
14920 Paul Ave. N.; Stacy Schmidt, no address given; Brian
Sullivan, University of Minnesota Veterinarian School; Kevin
Lichtscheidl, 6000 - 47th Ave. N.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Langsdorf to leave the ordinance regulating ferrets in the
City as it is.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Smothers,
Langsdorf; voting no: Rygg, Carlson, Herbes.
Motion Carried.
6. The City Council considered the Second Reading of an Ordinance
relating to Sewer, Water and Street Lighting Rates and
Charges.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89-26
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SEWER, WATER
AND STREET LIGHTING RATES AND CHARGES:
AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE SUBSECTION 710.05
AND SUBSECTION 715.13, SUBDIVISIONS 1 AND 4
and further that this be the second and final reading.
Motion Carried.
December 19, 1989
page 541
7. The City Council considered a Statement of Support for the
National Guard and Reserve.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to approve a Statement of Support for the National
Guard and Reserve as presented by the National Committee for
Employers Support of the National Guard and Reserve.
Motion Carried.
8. The City Council considered the designation of a legislative
contact person for the year 1990 as requested by the
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities.
Moved by Councilmember Langsdorf and seconded by Councilmember
Carlson to appoint the City Manager as the legislative contact
person for 1990 as requested by the Association of
Metropolitan Municipalities, and place designation of an
alternate on the January 2, 1990 meeting when new
Councilmembers will be in office.
Motion Carried.
9. The City Council considered a resolution transferring funds.
Moved by Councilmember Smothers and seconded by Councilmember
Grimes to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which
was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-89
RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING FUNDS
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Herbes, Smothers, Langsdorf. Motion carried, resolution
declared adopted.
10. The City Council discussed the acquisition of property at 5231
Douglas Drive. Staff was directed to send this item to the
Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission.
11. The City Council discussed the City Manager Evaluation form.
The Mayor asked that each Councilmember fill out the form and
return it.
12. The City Council considered the First Reading of an Ordinance
relating to Second Hand Goods Dealers.
Moved by Councilmember Carlson and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SECOND HAND GOODS
DEALERS: AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE, SUBSECTION 1175.03
BY ADDING A CLAUSE
December 19, 1989
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and further that the second and final reading be held on
January 9, 1990.
Motion Carried.
13. The City Council reconsidered an increase in salary for the
Crystal Fire Department.
Moved by Councilmember Grimes and seconded by Councilmember
Rygg to approve the salary increase for the Crystal Fire
Department as recommended by the City Manager, namely, call
pay for firefighters-$7.25/hour, officers-$7.75/hour; drill
pay-firefighters-$6.50/hour, officers-$6.50/hour; duty pay-
$22.50/shift.
By roll call and voting aye: Moravec, Grimes, Rygg, Carlson,
Smothers, Langsdorf; abstaining: Herbes.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Councilmember Rygg 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 Rygg and seconded by Councilmember
Smothers to adjourn the meeting.
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk