1955 City Council MinutesI -
January 4, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Crystal Village
Council was held at the Village Hall on Tuesday, January 4, 1955 at 8:00 P.M. with
the following members present: Heise, Evans, Headley, Printon and Bronstad.
The minutes of the Dec. 28, 1954 were approved as read.
By mutual consent of the Council the appointment for weed inspector was tabled. I ."
The appointment for pard board member was tabled, by consent of the Council. Mr.
Plank will carry on until his successor is appointed.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we reaffirm that Lester Albrecht is to
receive $25.00 per month, over and above his base salary as compensation for being
Acting Superintendent of the Police Department. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve applications of the following ►{ ,i
for licenses to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping and gas burning devices
in the Village of Crystal from January 1, 1955 thru December 31, 1955s, subject to
approval of their binds by the Village Attorney:
Hilmar C. Guntzel, dba Hugo E. Guntzel -Plbg. & Htg.
Fred Vogt and Co..
Roy Dahl, dba Dahlts Gas Heating
Dale E. Herman.and'Kinneapolis Gas Co.
A. M. Hubbard Plbg. & Htg. Co. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve applications of ,the following 1
for licenses to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing in the Village of Crystal
from. -January 1, 1955 thru December 31, 1955, subject to approval of their bonds by the
Village Attorney:
Hilmar C. Guntzel dba Hugo E. Guatzel Plbg. & Htg.
Minneapolis Gas Co. and Melvin M. Mattson
Benjamin Farr diva Farr Pluming Co.
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"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley -that we approve applications of the following 6
for licenses to sell cigarettes in the Village of Crystal from January 1, 1955 thru
December 31, 1955:
Maxwell Aircraft Service Princess Dane-Ette, Ed Quistad
John's Grocery, John Zenzen James R. Wall, dba Jim Wallts Bonded Gas Service
_ f Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Headley that we approve applications of the following to 7
operate a scavanger service in the Village of Crystal for one year from January 1, 1955
thru December 31, 1955:
Minnesota Pwping Co.
Robbinsdale Sewer Co. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve applications of the following 8
for licenses to sell soft drinks in the Village of Crystal from January i, 1955 thru
December 31, 1955:
Maxwell Aircraft Service
Princess Dine•Ette, Ed QUstad
John's Grocery, John Zenzen
"Carried"
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January 4, 1955 (Continued)
"Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of John's Grocery,
John Zenzen to sell 3.2 beer off -sale in the Village of Crystal from January 1, 1955
thru December 312 1955. "Carried"
Io/Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Peter Pan Chow
Mein for license to operate a lunch counter in the Village of Crystal from January 12,
1955 thru December 31, 1955, "Carried"
�I Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Princess Dine-
Ette for license to operate a restaurant and/or lunch counter in the Village of Crystal
from January 1, 2,955 thru December 319 1955. "Carried"
/-),'Motion by Evans, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Maxwell -Aircraft
Service for license to maintain a gas station and one pump in the Village of Crystal
from January 1, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
)2;Motion by Headley, seconded by Heise that we approve application of Jet Service for
license to maintain a gas station and four puVs An the Village of Crystal from Jan-
uary 1, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
tq/otion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Farr Plumbing
Co, for license to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping and -gas burning
devices except space hearing in the Village of Crystal from January 1, 1955 thru
December 31, 1955, subject to approval of bond, "Carried"
lS M tion by Headley, seconded by Brcnstad that we approve applications of Arthur R.
Smith and Son Co. for licenses to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing,
and to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping and gas burning devices in
the Village ofCrystal from January 1, 1955 thru December 312 1955, subject to post-
ing of bond and approval thereof by Village Attorney. "Carried"
)6/Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we appoint John Wasche as Village Attorney
for the year of 1955, with a salary of $200 per month, plus fees for -appearing in
Court to be set by the Council. Ayes: Printon, Evans, Headley, Heise. Bronstad
not voting and so motion was "Carried"
McCullagh and Wasche will work together on carry-over business.
Notion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we adopt the Minneapolis Electrical. Code
and the electrical inspectors fees be set at 80% -to the inspector and 20% to the
Village. Ayes: Headley,, Printon, Evans, Heise. Nayes: Bxvnstad. "Carried"
I, Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that a licensed electrical contractor pay an
annual fee of $10.00 and post a bond for $1,000. "Carried"
At this point Mr. McCullagh expressed his thanks for having been able to work with
the village for nine years and asked that the council work with and cooperate with
Mr. Wa sche.
/Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we adopt a Resolution designating the
following banks as depositories for the year 1955: Northwestern National Bank and
CCrystal State Bank. (RESOLUTION on page 4.) "Carried"
20 btion by Heise,, seconded by Evans that we provide for the rental of a safety deposit
box at Crystal State Bank for the year 1955, the Mayor and Clerk to execute the
lease on the same. "Carried"
11 Ab6ion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we designate the North Hennepin'Post as
the official village newspaper for the year 1965. "Carried"
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January 1;, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Heise, seconded by Evans that we appoint John Printon as Mayor Pro Tem for
the year 1955. "Carried"
As the license inspector is under civil service no appointment will be made. This 7.3
position is at the present time held by Dave Dover.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that all council members serve on interde—
partmental committees for the year of 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley to set the Mayor's salary at $80.00 per month �5
and the Clerk's salary at $75.00 per month, beginning January 1, 1955. Mr. Bronstad
brought up the legality of this amount. The Village Attorney will check and if there
is a change Mr. Printon will rescind his motion. Ayes: Headley, Printon, Evans,
Heise. Nays: Bronstad, not voting. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we appoint Dr. Schissel as Health Officer
of the Village of drystal ofor 1955. "Carried"
Upon mutual consent the appointment -of Planning, Commission members was tabled. The
terms of expiring members will automatically carry over until the appointment, with
an exception of Mr. Rennie who has indicated that he does not wish to be considered
for reappointment. A letter is to be directed to Rennie asking for his resignation -
so that we may act upon it.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that a committee, composed of Evans, Eardley,
Bronstad and Printon be appointed to come up with recommendations for the Village -
Council for a district setup, whereby the Village will be represented equally from
all areas, on the Planting Commission. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that the three trustees act as Finance Committee,
that the Clerk act as third member in the absence of a trustee and the Mayor in the
absence of the Clerk. "Carried"
Motion 4 Headley, seconded by Bronstad that Larry Kreber be reappointad as a member
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of the Civil Service Commission, term expiring December 31, 1957. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Gaylord K. Penny
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dba Gaylord Penny Plumbing Co. -for license to install, maintain, alter and repair
plumbing in the Village of Crystal from Jan. 1, 1955 thru Dec. 31, 1955, subject
to approval of bond by Village Attorney.. - "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Gaylord K. Penny
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dba Gaylord Penny Plumbing for license -to install.,amaintain, alter and repair -gas
piping and gas burning devices in the Village of Crystal from Jan. 1, 1955 thru Dec. -
51,0 1955, subject to approval of bond by theVillage Attorney. "Carried"
*6ii. the appointment of Wesley A. Torn as Civil Defense Director, Trustee
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troduced and moved the adoption of the following Resolution:
BB IT RESOVED by the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, Minn.,
that the Village of Crystal enter into a lease with the State of Minn.
providing for the necessary space for the storage of organizational equip.
ment of State Mobile Support Ihits, made adailable through the Director of
Civil Defense, whereby the said Village agrees to make sufficient space
available to house such equipment and to maintain the premises so leased
in accordance with the terms of the lease submitted by the State of Minnesota
herein. Further that the mayor and village clerk be authorized and direct
ed to execute such a lease.
January 4, 1955 -(Continued)
Trustee Headley seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken thereon
the following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Headley, Evans, Printon, Bronstad.,
and the following voted against the same: None; whereupon said Resolution was de-
clared duly passed and adopted. "Carried"
-q rNotion by Pri.ntonj, seconded by Headley that Mrs. Hesther Truax be temporarily ap-•
pointed as Deputy Clerk, insofar as it does not interfere with the civil service
rating, fora period of thirty days. "Carried"
35�Notion by Evans, seconded by Printon that the Civil Service Commission be instructed
to hold an oral examination for administrative assistant; qualificationsrto be business
administrative graduate or the equivalent in municipal administration. Upon discussion
an amendment_ was made, to include the words: "and written" after the word "oral" so as
to make the motion read "to hold an oral and written examination for administrative
assistant; qualifications to be business administrative graduate or the equivalent in
municipal administration". Ayes: Printon, Evans, Heise; Nayes: Headly, Bronstad.
"Carried"
36/ Upon discussion of the advantages of P.E.RA. and O,A.s.I, as presented by Mr. Dunn,
it was decided to postpone any action by the council, until the next meeting.
S1 /Mr. Dunn presented a letter to the Council with an outline of items that require
policy and administrative decisions. A special meeting will. be set up; to study
these matters.
39 �Mr. Dunn informed the council of a meeting with engineers from Robbinsdale, Golden
Valley and Crystal regarding a meeting with the School Board District he4 on County
Ditch No. 18. Mr. Dunn our Village Engineer will Attend this meeting._
b j /Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we set date to advertise for bids for
gasoline and fuel oil, to be opened on January 253, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve the following verified accounts:
Firements 4th Q. 1955 Roster
963.00
Lambie Electric Co.
Park
20.00
W. D. Dover General
42.90
Landy Mach. & Supply Co.
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6,40
Ken Evans, Petty Cash "
22.21
Wendell -Northwestern
General
25,20
Miller Davis "
10,50
Mpls, Gas Co._
"
98.92
Art.Peterson Garage "
15.40
Crystal Lumber
"
1.20
Midway Tractor & Equip Park
63.70
Smith Groc.
Poor
93.50
Ewald Dairy Poor
5.90
George Nash
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8.30
Crystal Direct Service General
57.77
Weavers D -a
General
16.05
Monarch Cleaning Co. "
2.56
Minn, St. Hwy
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22.85
H.A.Rogers Co. '!
62.96
,-O `Motion by Heise, seconded by Headley that the Village procure notary
seal in the
name of Mrs. Edith Rennie.
"Carried"
BE IT RESOLVED, That the Crystal State Bank be and is hereby designated as a
legal depository 6f all money belonging to the Village of Crystal, County of Hennepin,
and State of Minnesota, and that all moneys belonging to said Village shall be de-
posited in said bank from time to time in the name of said Village.
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January 4, 1955 (Continued)
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call
of the chair.
Atter Preside of the 'ounc
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January Il, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Crystal Village
Council was held at the Village Ball on Tuesday, January ll.th, 1955 at 8:00 P.M.
with the following members Present: Heise, Evans, Printon, Bronstad and the fol—
lowing were absent: Headley.
The minutes of the January 4th meeting were approved as read.
Mr. Schoell appeared with a representative from the Ochs Brick Co., regarding type
of brick to be used on the lift stations.
Lester Martin appeared at the hearing of Improvement -97 objecting to the cost that 4
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Hampshire Ave. between 39th and 41st is to be charged.to property owners on the
east side; stating that Gaulke had already paid for the 611 gravel base for his ad-
dition. Upon discussion it was decided that compensation -could not be made in these
instances and the following resolution was introduced and moved for adoption by
Trustee Printon:
WHEREAS, the Village Council has heretofore adopted a resolution fixing the
time and place of meeting to pass upon the proposed assessment for certain improve•
ments included in Street Improvement No. 7, and
WHEREAS. Notice of said meeting has been given to all property owners whose
property may be assessed therefor by publication thereof in the manner required by
law, and
WHEREAS, No persons having appeared at said hearing and making any objections
to said assessments,
NO{aT, THEREFORE, Be it resolved by the Village Council of the Village of
Crystal, Minnesota., as follows:
1. That the assessment roll .as prepared by the Village Clerk and Engineer
be and the same are hereby approved and assessed as special assessments for the
improvement therein included.
2. That said assessments are found to be properly assessed uppn the property
benefitted by such improvements.
3. The Clerk is hereby directed to certify said assessments to the County
Auditor for collection.
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January lls 1955 (Continued)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was seconded by Mayor Heise
and upon a vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Evanss
Brvnstads Heise' Printon and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon
said resolution was declared dui# passed and adopted.
43"'Burt Holmes appeared regarding his civil service status as Justice of Peace and a
fire dispatcher. Fetter from McCullagh will be referred to the Civil Service Com-
mission for their attention.
14-1 /,Motion by Printons seconded by Evans that we accept and place on file petition for
Sanitary Sewer on Zane Ave. No.s from 52nd to 56th. "Carried'
'-f !�'/Request by Mr. Bronstad for use of the council room by the March of Dimes at 8:00 P.M.
January 27th was approved.
L46/0-ar1 Meyers appeared rel
esting the abolishment of his fees for scavanger permits as
he does not dump in the �"�i.nnespolis sewers. Attorney Wasche will study the Scavanger
Ordinance and set up an amendment for this purpose.
,4-7/Street names for the shopping center were discussed. Bronstad will contact Rooney and
suggest Crystal Circle or Crystal Plaza.
'-� 2 `Motion by Bronstads seconded by Evans that we enter into a contract with the Niles
Holding Co, for street construction of 54th Ave, and Vera Cruz., Job #5428 P.I.R.s
said contract subjected to approval of the village attorney. "Carried" -
`/ I�Motion by Printons seconded by /Bronstad that we set Tuesday February is 1955 at
8:30 P.M. as time for opening bids for used trucks including trade in of 1942 Dodge
trucks according to plans and specifications ,in file in Village Office, and that
we -advertise for said bids. "Carried"
S lEngineer Dunn brought up the policy of removing names from petitions after they
have been notarized and filed. After discussion it was decided that this can be
drone only by formal letters up until time of public hearing.
The Planning Commission minutes were read.
SI/Motion by Bronstads seconded by Printon that we give tentative approval to proposed
plat of Crystal Investment & Securities of Lot 18 and part of Lot 17s. Auditor's
Subdivision No. 3283 subject to standard procedure. "Carried"
/ Bronstad that we approve division of the North 2`feet
`"'v Motion by Printons seconded by Pp
of Lot 10, Block 5 Robbinsdale Home Gardens Fourth Addition from the balance of said
lot; to be combined with Lot 93 -Block 5 of Robbinsdale Home Gardens Fourth Addition.
"Carried"
$5 piotion by Printons seconded by Evans that we approve division of the East one half
and the West one half of Lot 313 Auditor's Subdivision No. 3143 subject to signing
easements over the West sixty feet of the E.161.291 lying South of the N 3Q'; also
subject to standard procedure. "Carried"
94 The clerk was instructed to direct a letter to Golden Valley thanking them for
their letter of January 5th and reguesting them to advise us of date of hearing
for rezoning of property, abutting Crystal,,
$ S The hearing for the signal at the Douglas Drive and Soo Line crossing has been
set for 10:00 A.M. on January 19th.. The attorney, village engineer and police
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January Il, 1955 (Continued)
chief will attend, with records of accidents at that crossing.
Attorney Wasche read a letter from State of Minnesota regarding a safety meeting to
be held Wednesday January 26th. Our attorney., engineer and police chief will at.
tend this meeting.
Motion by Evans, seconded by Printon that Hesther Truax receive rate of pay at time 1
and a half for taking minutes at Council meetings, for thirty days retroactive from
January 4th, 1955, "Carried"
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Motion by Hxonstad, seconded by Evans that Richard (Dick) Baier be appointed as the 8
third member of the Park Board for a three year period. "Carried"
Letter was read from`the Civil Service Commission giving rate of pay and classification 5l
of village employees; copies to be made for council members and village attArney,
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that the Mayor and Clerk close out the safety 6 o
deposit box at the First Robbinsdale State Bank and transfer contents to the Crystal
State Banka "Carried"
The report of receipts of the Village office for December` 1954. was checked.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition for
sanitary sewer on Vera Cruz from 36th to village limits between 38th and 39th.
"Carried'r
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Heise that we approve request of Northern States Power
Co, for permission to place one pole on W, Broadway between Douglas Drive and Edgewood
Avenues North. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that,we accept Official Bond of Village Clerk.,
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Kenneth L, Evans. "Carried"
Trustee Printon introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS, The property defined as part of Lot 77, Auditorts Subdivision No. 324,
Plat 54310, Parcel 7220, has been assessed in the amount of $373.60 for motor grader
rental, culverts and installation, of which the first two years payments have been
made, and
- WHEREAS, Upon the installation of a new 36" culvert, the owner of the property
is entitled to a refund of the $222.30 cost of t7ae 48" culvert previously installed,
NOW, TEIEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That in order to clarify- the transaction, the
remaining three years payments be stricken from the assessment rolls, and the amount
" of these three years payments be billed -directly to MacClean Brown..
The foregoing motion was seconded by Trustee Bronstad and upon a vote being taken
thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Evans, Printon, Bronstad and
the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said Resolution was declared
duly p; assed and adopted.
Indemnity Bond was presented for lost check No, 921 issued to Evelyn Forkey in the ba
amount of $12.98, which check was lost or destroyed by Mrs. Forkey.
Motion by Bxonstad, seconded by Printon that we void Check No. 921 bearing date of
January 11, 1955 (Continued)
December 8, 1954 in the amount of $12.98 made payable to Evelyn Forkey, which check
has been lost or destroyed by the payee, and that we authorize the issuance of a
duplicate check in the same amount to the said payee, subject to approval of the
indemnity bond by the Village Attorney.
(.(./Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we accept and place on file the petition
for street light at the intersections of 57th and Adair and 58th and Adair Avenues
north. I "Carried"
6� Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we authorize the voiding of the following
checks since they are over 90 days old and are therefore considered "Stale" checks
requiring certification or confirmation of their authenticity before being honored
by the Bank:
Check No. 6790 1.34
Check No. 2700 3185
Check No. 4145 5.00
Check No, 4235 16.00 for a total of $26,91
ILi Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve applications of the following
for licenses to sell soft drinks in the Village of Crystal from January 13,-1955 thru
December 31, 1955.-
Ray
955:Ray Polansky, Ray's D-'1 Service
Lakeland Skyways, _ r=.,
Smith Pure Oil Service
b4 Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Heise that we approve application of Ray Polansky,
Ray's D -X Service for license to operate a gas station and three pumps in the Vil-
lage of Crystal from Jan, ll, 1955 Niru December al, 1955. "Carried"
7 o°Motion by Printon, seconded by Heise that we approve application of Smith Pure Oil
Service for license to maintaim gas station and 4 pumps in the Village of Crystal
,from Jan. 1, 1955 thru December 31, 1955, "Carried"
-1 1 Motion by Bmnstad, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Lakeland
Skyways, Inc. for license to maintan a gas station and one pump in the Village of
Crystal from Jan. 19 1955 thru Dec. 31, 1955. "Carried"
1-v Motion by Heise, seconded by Printon that we approve ap}ll.ication of James Q. SMith,
dba Smith Pure Oil Service for license to sell cigarettes in the Village of Crystal
from Jan. 1, 1955 thru Dee.31, 1955, "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve applications of.the follow -
for licenses to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping and gas burning
devices, except space heating, in the Village of Crystal from Jan. 1, 1955 thru
Dec. 31, 1955, subject to approval of their bonds -by Village Attorney. "Carried"
Frank P, -Surma W. L. Curry
74 Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve applications of the following
for licenses to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing in the Village of
Crystal from Jan. 11, 1955 thru Dec. 31, 1955 subject to approval of their bonds
by the Village Attorney:
W. L.Curry Frank P. Surma Sachs and Co.,
S Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve applications ; of . the fol-
lowing for licenses to install maintain, alter and repair gas piping and gas burn -
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January 11, 1955 (Continued)
ing equipment in the village of Crystal from January 11, 1955 thru December
31, 1955,
subject to Approval of their bonds by the village Attorney:
Gucy C, Fincy dba Finch Gas Heat
Blank's Heating and Sheet Metal Co.
Sachs and Company.
Motion by Bronstad., seconded by Printon that we approve the
following properly
verified accounts:
V.H.Ziegl.er Co. General 13.68 Com. of Hiways.
General 1,000.00
Com. of Hiways. " 500.00 Smith -Dunn Co.
#4 & Gen.
43,50
Com. of Hiways. n ,_ 500,00 Regent Fuel Oil
General
283.21
Cpm. of Hiways. " 200,00 Post Publ.
Gen. & Asmt.
327.55
Ed Ryan, Sheriff TM 12.00 Am. Linen
General
12.25
Inst. for Training n 7,50 C,R.Hanson
Poor
60.00
U of Minn. Hosp, Poor 3.50 Security Corp.
General
46,25
H.F.Ahrens General 5.00 Dr.-G.Schissel
General
5.00
Coast to Coast It 7.08 C,L.Amnerman Co.
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11.86
Farnhams ° 16.81 Motorola
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471.06
Evelyn Forkey " 12.98
Request, from the fire department for their percentage of the mill rate was
approved,
the check -to go to the Firemen's Relief Association.
There "being no further business, the meeting was adjourned,
subject to the
call of
the Chair.
est ent
a Council,
C erk
January 18, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Crystal village
Council was held at the Village Hall on Tuesday, January 18th, 1955 at 8:00 P.M.
with the following members present: Heise, Evans, Printon, Bronstad and Headley.
A meeting has been set for 7:00 P,M. February 1 with the National Cash Register repre. 76
sentative regarding a bookkeeping machine. Mr. Bronstad will contact ofbher companies
to see if they will be interested.
Attorney Wasche will meet with engineer Dunn to set up a Street Load Zdmi.t Ordinance 7
and street opening permit ordinance in connection with sanitary sewer hook up, Mr,
Wasche is also to bring in a draft of a Dog Ordinance for the next meeting.
The minutes of the January 11th meeting were ppproved as read.
Trustee Bronstad introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption: 1 $
BE IT RESOLVED that the Village of Crystal hereby releases to First Robbinsdale State
Bank the following described securities: PAR VALtE
U.S.A, treasury bond 2 3/8%, due 6/15/58...#3853///1® $100,000...$100,000.00
U.S.A. treasury note, Series B, 1 3/4%...Due 12/15/55.;.#29987 -
10 $100,0000,,$100,000.00
January 18, 1955 (Continued)
which are pledged by said bank as collateral security to funds of the Village of
Crystal on deposit with said bank, as evidenced by Assignment of Securities by
Public Depository, dated April 27, 1954.
The foregoing motion was duly seconded by Evans and upon a vote being taken there-
on the following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Evans, Printon, Bronstaidnd Headley.,
and the following voted-_zgainst the same: none; whereupon said Resolution was de-
clared passed and adopted. "Carried"
1J /A meeting has been set with Evensen and Schoell for January 25th at 7:00 P.M. regar&
ing matters coming up on the Sanitary Sewer and assessments Hereon.
%o/Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we accept the following easement:
The E30 and the W10' of Lo`t 11, Block 2 Rosedale Acres; also utility
easement over the ElOI of the W160.74t of Lot 11, Block 2 Rosedale
Acres according to plat thereof ori file in the office of the Register
of Deeds, in and for said county. "Carried"
b 1 /Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we accept the following easement:
Th.e W10t and the E30t of Lot 12 and 13, Block 2 and the S10' of Lot
13, Block 2 Rosedale -Acres and the ElOt and`the W30t of Lots 14 and 15J.
Block 2 Rosedale Acres, and the SlOt of Lot 140 Block 2; also utility
easement over the N10' of Lot 14, Block 2 and,the W101 of the E160.75t
of Iut 15, Block 2 Rosedale acres addition according to the plat thereof
on file ,n the office of the Register of deeds, in and for said county.
"Carried"
�v Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve Building Permit #6387
to Manning Contracting Co, at Crystal Airport, subject to approval of the
Planning Comibi.ssion. "Carried"
S 3 The Hennepin County Nursing report for December 1954 was received and mr. Bronstad
gave a report of the meeting.
4H �A letter of thanks had been received from ;the Junior Chamber of Commerce for the
use of the council chambbrs. Thee now have the old village hall.
8 �� A letter from Golden Valley regarding -widening and set back on Medicine Lake Road
is to be referred to the Planning Commission.
$ L/^Mr. Wasche was instructed to get Attorney General's opinion on the $1.00 search
charge for Mr. Evans, Village Clerk, as he is not on full time basis.
11'/Moti.on by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve statement of receipts and
disbursements for 1954 for publication in the official village newspaper as re.-
quired by law, "Carried"
B Motion by Bronstao, seconded by Headley that we approve applications of the follow-
ing for licenses to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping and gas burning
devices in the Village of Crystal from January 18, 1955 thru Dec. 31, 1955 subject
to approval of their bonds by the Village Attorney:
Oren Weinmann Anderson &BDahlen Inc.
Burke -Heating Inc. Raymond E. Haeg
"Carried"
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January 18, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Printon,' seconded by Evans that we approve applications of the following 8°1
for licenses to install, operate and maintain electric wires, apparatus and plants
in the Village of Crystal from January 18, 1955 thru December 31, 1955:
Lambie Electric Cd. The Killmer Co.
Williams Electric Co. Bacon Electric Co.,
"Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve applications of the following -
to operate Gasoline Dispensing Devices in the -Village of Crystal from January 18, 1955
'through December 31, 1955:
Hannay Oil Co:,
Nichols & Schoening Co.,
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve application of the following 9 1"
for license to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing in the Village of Crystal
from January 18, 1955 thru December 31, 1955, subject -to approval of bond by the
Village Attorney:
Oren Weimann Raymond E. Haeg
"Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Naas Air Qti
Service for license to sell soft drinks in the Village of Crystal from January 18
1955 thru December 31, 1955. 'Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Electric Gopher 60
Sewer Cleaning Co. for license to operate a scavenger service in the Village of
Crystal.' from- January 18, 1955 thru December 31, 1955, "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Naas Air Service q'4/
for license to maintain a gas station and two pumps in the Village of Crystal from
January 18, thru December 31, 1955, "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that we approve refund of $1.26.38 to Mrs. °l �
Milliner Hawes 'on Lot 28, Auditor's Subdivision #226, Plat 54270, .Parcel 6800, due
to an error in amount of annual principal on Storm Sewer #3 Assessment, work done
in 1952,_atssessed in 1953; refund being for overpayments on 1953 and 1954 payments.
o
"Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we set Tuesday Feb. 1, 1955 at 9:00 P.M. 6
as the time for opening bid's for 'insurance, -according to plans and specs on file
in the village office. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstdd, seconded by Printon that we adopt an "Ordinance Amending the
Ordinance of the Village of Crystal Entitled "Building Code of the Village of
Crystal, M3=6sota" as referred to in Chapter 14-7, Ordinance No, 55-3. Roll call
vote resulted in the following: Ayes: Heise, Printon, Evans, Headley and Brbnstad;
and the following voted against the same: none. "Carried't
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we adopt an ordinance eititled: An °� g
ordinance Amending an Ordinance Regulating the Rendering of Service -as Stavanger
Providing the Licensing Thereof and Providing Penalty for Violation Thereof as re-
ferred to in Chapter No. 40-3, Ordinance No. 55-2. Roll call vote resulted in the
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January 18, 1955 (Continued)
in the following ayes: Heise, Printon, Evans, Headley and Bronstad. Nayes; none
"Carried"
9° The Clerk was instructed to advise the license inspector to check 4736 Welcome Ave.
as it is reported the owner isdunking cars and selling parts, and report to our
next meeting.
Motion by Prinrton, seconded by Headley that we approve the following properly
verified accounts:
Buffalo Machine Shop General $147.48 Lakeview Motors Inc. General $97.07
Steel Structures Inc. " 10"15 American Natl. Bk. Equip 02 3106.00
V.C.Weaver " 25.00 Fire Dept. Relief Asn. General 1403.91
City Treas of Mpls. " 16.00 City Treas., Mpls. Gen.Park 222.80
N. Sub. Mutual.Aid 115.00 Minar Co. General 4.00
Remington Rand " 2.00 Ken Evans Petty Cash " 18.27
Nelson Grocery Poor 35.95 Milliner kaws SS#3 Res 126.38
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the
Chair.
Presideryt of the Cour it
C er _
January 25, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Crystal Village
Council was held at the Village Hall pn Tuesday January 25, 1955 at 8:15 P.M. with
the following members present: Heise, Evans, Printon, Bronstad and Headley.
The minutes of the January 18th meeting were approved as redd.
jo0 l John Dahlheimer, 4736 Welcome Ave. No. appeared regarding burning, junking cars and
selling parts.without a license. He was instructed that he must obtain a burning
permit from the fire marshal and apply for a license to junk, dismantle and sell
parts.
101/1'frs. DeMuth appeared regarding the dog problem and reviewed her rates. Attorney
Wasche is working on the ordinance and will have it ready for approval soon.
10-v George Johnson of the Supreme Realty Co., came in to discuss drainage problems
on the Marcus property. A meeting has been arranged for Friday evening, January
28th to discuss a workable solution to drainage problems in north Hennepin. The
Planning Commission members will be invited to attend this meeting.
Io 3 14'. Wasche was instructed to execute a quit claim deed for Lot 5, Block 2 in
Gaulke'rs Fifth Addition, which will -provide drainage and av&i.d flood damages to
surrounding property.
1
toy The mayor announced this was the time set for opening bids on gasoline, fuel and
diesel fuel oil. Bids were opened and tabulated as follows: (The prices given
are net prices, State Tax included, Federal Tax excluded -at Bids, however, were
tabled for farther study. -
Motion by Headley., seconded by Evans that we reduce the amount of the Murray Lane 111
Eighth Addition bond to $1..000 as certain portions of the work covered by the
$14.,000 bond has been completed. "Carried"
Motion by Printons seconded by Bronstad that we approve applications of the following Wl/
for licenses to install., operates maintain electric wires$ apparatus and plants in
the Village from January 25 thra December 31., 1955. "Carried"
North Side Electric Co. Reliable Electric Co.
Parsons Electric Co. Geo.R. Steere dba Georgets Electric Co.
Mayer Electric Co. Walter Leavey dba Central Electric Co.
Motion by Headleys seconded by Printon that we approve applications of the following 113
for licenses to install, operate and maintain electric wires., apparatus and plants in
the Village from January 25th through Becembrr 31s subject to approval of the state
Iicense and bonds
Jensen Electric Co. Robbinsdale Electric Co.
Collins Electric Co. L.R.Drinkall flba American Electric Co.
Enterprise Electric Co. "Carried" /
1 I Li
Mr. Wasche presented the council with the fact that easements received at this time
of the year cannot be recorded until after the current yearts taxes are paid. Signed
easements should therefore be received with the contingency that taxes are paid.
13
January 25s 1955 (Continued)
BIDDER REGULAR GAS N0. 2 FTEL OIL DIESEL FTEL OIL
NET NET GRADE ID GRADE 2D
Hannay Oil Co. .20& .1324 .1424
Regent Fuel Oil .201 .13 .14 .13
Sipe & Gray .213 '133
Standard Oil Co. .196 .138 .148 .138
Motion by Headley., seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Crystal Motors
ion
for license to sell soft drinks in the village of Crystal from January 25th thfm
December 31s 1955. "Carried" -
Motion by Printons seconded by Headley that we approve application of the Bungalow
Ioca
for license to sell cigarettes in the village of Crystal from January 25th thru
December 51, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstads seconded by Printon that we approve application of Crystal Motors
10-7
for license to maittaiii a gas station and two pumps in the village of Crystal from
January 25th through December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printons seconded by Headley that we approve application of Crystal Motors
la $
for license to dismantle cars in the Village of Crystal from January 25th thraugh
December 31s, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printons seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of George L.
tog
Sprague for license to install, maintains alter and repair gas piping and gas burning
devices in the Village of Crystal., except space heating devices, from January 25th
Through December 51, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printons seconded by Headley that we accept $692 check on damange to
110
Village truck in the Walter Spears accidents from the feral Casualty Company of
Wisconsin, "Carried"
Motion by Headley., seconded by Evans that we reduce the amount of the Murray Lane 111
Eighth Addition bond to $1..000 as certain portions of the work covered by the
$14.,000 bond has been completed. "Carried"
Motion by Printons seconded by Bronstad that we approve applications of the following Wl/
for licenses to install., operates maintain electric wires$ apparatus and plants in
the Village from January 25 thra December 31., 1955. "Carried"
North Side Electric Co. Reliable Electric Co.
Parsons Electric Co. Geo.R. Steere dba Georgets Electric Co.
Mayer Electric Co. Walter Leavey dba Central Electric Co.
Motion by Headleys seconded by Printon that we approve applications of the following 113
for licenses to install, operate and maintain electric wires., apparatus and plants in
the Village from January 25th through Becembrr 31s subject to approval of the state
Iicense and bonds
Jensen Electric Co. Robbinsdale Electric Co.
Collins Electric Co. L.R.Drinkall flba American Electric Co.
Enterprise Electric Co. "Carried" /
1 I Li
Mr. Wasche presented the council with the fact that easements received at this time
of the year cannot be recorded until after the current yearts taxes are paid. Signed
easements should therefore be received with the contingency that taxes are paid.
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January 25, 1955 (Continued)
ISS The Civil Service Commission has set February 24, 1955 for the examination of an as-
sistant to the council and February 18th for the plumbing inspectorts examination.
Motion by Printon,
secodded by Headley that we approve the following verified accountst
City of Robbinsdle
Imp.#4 $49.92 N.W.Telephone General
$132.35
R.F.Fitzsimmons
IT #3,Gen. 357.30 Wallace Supply ""
17.80
J.I.Holcom Mfg.Co,
General 40.10 N:S.Power Co. "I and parks`
486.40
Fire Equip Co.
It 898.90 Monarch Clean. It
14.75
Wendel-N.W. Inc.
IT 1.80 Parkview Hosp. Poor
109.50
B.W.McCullagh
IT 105.00 Ewald Dairy "
8.55
City of Mpls.
1 1.40
"Carried"
1, The Attorney Generalt s opinion on the status of the fire marshal and the
temporary
deputy clerk was read and accepted.
Correspondence was read from the Civil Service asking for Burton Holmes' resignation
from his Justice of Peace status. Holmes resignation was read, in1which he also re -
Vested an attorney generalts opinion, before his resignation would become final.
Mr. Vasche announced that he has already written for'this opinion, and until it is
received Mr. Holmes will not act in the capacity of Justice.
111 /A special council meeting was set for Wednesday evening February 9th. with Pfeifer
and Schultz, engineers.
There b ing no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the Chair.
Clerk esi 6h o e Coun7l
February 1, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Crystal Village
council was held at the Village Hall on Tuesday February 1 at 8:00 P.M. with the,
following members present: Heise, Evans, Bronstad, Headley and Printon.
The minutes of the January,25th nceting were approved as read.
i
I Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition
for sanitary sewer service on Bernard Ave. No. from Toledo to Vera Cruz Ave.
r} Carried"
'L Motion by Bronstad, seennded by Headley that we accept and place on file Justice
of Peace report of Harold Truax for month of January 1955. "Carried"
3 Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve applications of the following
for licenses to install, operate and maintain electric wires, apparatus and plants
in the Village of Crystal from Feb. 1, 1955 thru December 31, 1955:
George F. Brown Minneapolis Electric Service
0. B. Thompson hectric Co.,
Gustaf son - Fuxs
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Elmer R.
Johnson, dba E. R. Johnson Plumbing & Heating Co. for license to install, maintain,
1
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans to table these bids for further study.
Motion by Heise., seconded by Headley that we authorize $150 to finance Arnold Sibetq
fire chief to the "firemens instructors conferencett to be held at Mempl his., Tenni
February 22nd to 26th. _ "Carried"
The Village Clerk is to notify the telephone company that the additional charge of 13
$1.50 on the Wes Tom telephone account will be paid by the village., as arranged.
1. Nels Jessen., -New Hope; Baldwin Hartkopf., Brooklyn Park and Ken Thonpsonj, Crystal i�
15
February 12 1955 (Continued)
alter and repair plumbing in the Village of Crystal from February 1j, 1955 through
December 31s 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad., seconded by Headley that we approve application of John W. Dahlheimer
s
for license to dismantle cars at 4736 Welcome Ave. No.., in the Village of Crystal from
February 1., 1955 thru July 31j, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printon., seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Ray N. Velter
6�
Heating Co... a"corporatioris for license to installp maintain., alter and repair gas piping
and gas burning devices in the Village of Crystal from February 1., 1955 through December
31., 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Headley., seconded by Printon that we approve application of Georgels Pure Oil
for license to sell soft drinks in the Village of Crystal during 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad.. seconded by Headley that we approve application of Georgets Pure Oil
Station for license to maintain a gas station and four pumps in the Village of Crystal
during 1955. "Carried"
The mayor announced this was the time set for opening bids on a used truck., -which bids
were opened and tabulated as follows, (these prices are less trade-in value on 1992
Dodge) :
Crystal Motors 1954 ford $1645.00
Minar Motors 1952 ford 800.00
Minar Motors 1955,ford 2122.00
Minar Motors 1953 Chev 1400.00
Motion by Bronstad., seconded by Headley that we table the above bids for further study
'A "Carried"
by the -road foreman and engineer.
Letter was read from Excelsior regarding bill before the legislature on relief in Hen•»
nepin County. The clerk is to direct a letter to our rBena-tor that we are opposed to
this bill.
The mayor announced this was the time set for opening of bids on insurance coverage. 11
Bids were opened and tabulated as follows:
NAME TOTAL BID
Levi Osterhus $5568.72 Anchor Casualty
Les Fortman 4320.78 North Hennepin Ins.
D. W. Scott 3568.72 Anchor_Casulty
W. A. Moes 3568.72 1t "
Marsh & McLennan 3568072 rr n
Fred L. Gray 4593.24 _
Leo Cavanagh 4266.62 American Casualty Co.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans to table these bids for further study.
Motion by Heise., seconded by Headley that we authorize $150 to finance Arnold Sibetq
fire chief to the "firemens instructors conferencett to be held at Mempl his., Tenni
February 22nd to 26th. _ "Carried"
The Village Clerk is to notify the telephone company that the additional charge of 13
$1.50 on the Wes Tom telephone account will be paid by the village., as arranged.
1. Nels Jessen., -New Hope; Baldwin Hartkopf., Brooklyn Park and Ken Thonpsonj, Crystal i�
M
February 1, 1955 (Continued)
representatives on the "Drainage and Conservancy Act" program appeared before the
Council., giving their viewpoints on the drainage problem which confronts the three
villages and how we could tie in with Minneapolis. It was their desire to have
this case presented at the next legislature.
IS Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we authorize our water control repre—
sentative, Ken Thompson, to meet with New Hope and Brooklyn Park representatives and
have attorney George Hedlund draw up a bill to amend Sec. 111.03, 11L04, 111.11 and
111.15 of Chapter 111 M.S.A. known as the "Drainage and Conservancy Act of Minnesota"
to be presented to the legislature now in ,session. "Carried"
lf.,--�Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we accept the bid of Standard Service Co.
for gasoline, fuel and diesel oil of $3,926.00. "Carried"
1r Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we accept the stipulation of Sprague vs.
Village of Crystal of $13,496.00. Roll call vote resulted in the following: Heddley,
Bronstad, Printon, Evans, Heise. Naes: None and so the motion "Carried"
The check to be made out to Sprague and Richard J.Parish, his attorney.
I8 Motion by Evans' seconded by Printon that Mrs. Hesther Truax remain as Deputy Clerk until
April 1, 1955. "Carried"
/Lettcr from Sylvester N. Hansen, 6505 47th Ave. No., requesting that his name be re—
moved from the sidewalk petition, was placed on file.
o /The council approved the purchase of a badge for use of constable, Donald Alrich.
Motion by Pirnton, seconded by Headley that we approve the following properly veri—
fied accounts:
Arthur Hansen, Treas General
$1465.17
Mpls. Gas Co., General
313.95
Smith Pure Oil "
10.00
Ken Evans petty cash "
-23.79
Harold Truax, Justice 11
7.20
H.A.Rogers "
131,74
Harlan Mortensen it
10.00
Paper Calmenson Co. "
16.25
There being no farther business,
the meeting was adjourned, subject to
call of theChatr.
-Clerk
_ es en
the Co Fc
February, 8, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Crystal Village
Council was held at the Village Hall on Tuesday February 8, 1955 at 8;40 P.M, with the
following members present: Bronstad, Heise, Headley, Printon and Evans.
The minutes of February 1 were read and approved.
AA Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we accept the insurance bid of Marsh &
McLennan of $3,568,72. Roll call vote resulted in the following ayes: Evans, Heise,
ronstad, Printon and Headley. "Carried"
',V�Hotion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we reject all truck bids. "Carried"
.6nngineer Dunn was instructed to draw up specs for a new truck; bids to be opened at
11
1
I-
February 8, 1955 (Continued)
8:30 P.M. on Manch 8, 1955.
17
C. M. Hanson, 4767 Lakeland Ave. No,, appeared concerning Village property south of
'L 3
his property. The village is willing to sell this property and plans to advertise
for bids to be opened at 9:00 P.M. on March 8th, will be drawn up.
A complaint has been received from a property owner regarding an advertising sign on
ti '
the west side of Winnetka Ave. on the Bies property. Bronstad will contact Kenneth
Bies regarding this, and report at the next meeting.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we approve refund of $59.64 to Elmer C.
i
Diers for Storm Sewer #3 assessment which was placed on his 19-54 tax statement twice
thru Nn error at the County Auditor s office. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we approve application of,St. Raphael's
Church for bingo license in the Village of Crystal from Feb. -8, 1955 through December,
31, 1955. "Carried"
- Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of T. N. Andresen
Plumbing Co. for license to install, alter, repair service or maintain gas burning
drystal
devices, equipment, connections in the Village of from February 7, 1955 thru
Dec. 31, 1955 subject to approval of bond by the village attorney. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Seestrom
7.8
Electric Co. for license to install, operate, and maintain electric wires, apparatus,
and plants in the Village of Crystal from Feb. 8, 1955 thru Dec. 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Beaudry Plumbing 1 and Heating Co, for license to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing in the
Village of Crystal from Feb. 8, 1955 thru December 31, 1955 subject to approval of
bond by the village attorney. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Psrinton that we approve application of A & A Electric 10
Inc. for license to install, operate and maintain electric wires, apparatus and plants
- in the Village of Crystal from February 8, 1955 thru Dec. 31, 1955. "Carried"
Approval was given to purchase an electrical inspectorts badge for Elstad to facilitate 31--,
entrance when inspecting buildings.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of T. N. Andresen ISS
Plumbing Co. for license to install, repair, alter or maintain plumbing in the Village
of Crystal from February 8, 1955 thru December 31, 1955, subject to approval of bond
by the Village Attorney. "Carried"
Mr. Dunn presented the advantages in purchazing a portable pumping machine. He had 33-"
several.figuresbut recommended the Jaeger pump at $356, which was accepted by the
council to be purchased an a verified account.
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we accept the resignation of A.S.Pendzimaz
as weed inspector, and advise -the Civil Service accordingly. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we accept the following easement signed by
Leland and LaVerne Elwood:
W 301 and E10t of Lot 16, Block 2 Rosedale Acres according to the plat
thereof on file in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for said
county. "Carried"
subject to recording by the village attorney.
17D
February 8, 1955 (Continued)
3 (1 / Trustee Headley introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING CRYSTAL STATE BANK AS DEPOSITORY.
RESOLVED, that the Crystal State Bank of Crysval, Minnesota is hereby designated
as a depository of this Village and that a checking account be opened and maintained
in the name of the Village of Crystal with said bank;
That each eheck, draft or other order for payment shall be signed by the Village
Clerk, the Village Treasurer and the Mayor, and
FURTHER -RESOLVED that slid officers, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer and Mayor
are hereby authorized, as stated in paragraph two above, on behalf of this Village
and in its name, to sign checks, drafts, or other orders for the payment of the money
from said account; to endorse checks or other instruments owned or held by the Vil-
lage of Crystal, for deposit in said account, or for collection or discount by said
bank; to accept drafts, acceptances and other instruments payable at said bank; to
waive demand, protest, and notice of protest of dishonor, or dishonor of any check,
or instruments made, drawn, or endorsed by this Village and;
FTJR.THER RESOLVED, that the Crystal State Bank of Crystal be and hereby is author-
ized to honor, receive, certify, or pay all instruments signed in accordance with the
foregoing resolution even though drawn or endorsed to the order of any officer signing
the same or tendered for cashing. And said Bank shall not be required, or be under
any obligation to inquire as to the circumstances of the issuance, or use of any in-
struments -signed in accordance with the foregoing resolution, or -the application,•or
disposition of such instruments, or the proceeds thereof; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Clerk shall certify to said bank the names of the
presently duly elected members of the Village Council and shall from time to time
hereafter as changes to the personnel of said Officers are made, immediately certify
the changes to the bank, the said Bank shall be fully protected harmless from any
claikas demands, expenses or losses or damages resulting from or growing out of for
honoring the signature of any officer so certified; and
FMTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing resolutions shall remain in full force
and effect until written notice of their amendment or rescission shall have been re..
ceived by said Bank, and that receipt of such notice shall not effect any action
taken by the Bank prior thereto; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Village of Crystal be and he hereby
is authorized and directed to certify to said Crystal State Bank of Crystal the
foregoing resolutions and that the provisions thereof are in conformity with the
Statutes governing and controlling this Village.
Printon: seconded the motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolutionuand upon
a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Pheises
rinton, Headley and'Evans, and the folalssedgavd ed against the same: None, whereupon
the said Resolution was declared drily p "Carried"
3, Trustee Printon introduced thd moved the adoption of the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, the Crystal State Bank has heretofore been named as depository
of funds of he Village of Crystal, Hennepin County, Minnesota and
p wl
sum
WHEREAS.,
S., the funds
ds on desosi Thousand (1,360 00. 0}'t Ith said, depository 1Dollars.� e
of On
February 8, 1955 (Continued) 19
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Council of the Village of
Crystal accept and approve as additional collateral Six Hundred Thousand ($600,000.00)
Dollars United States Treasury Bills due April 21, 1955 and Five Hundred Thousand
($500,000.00) Dollars United States Certificates of Indebtedness, 1j%, due December
15, 1955 said bills and certificates of indebtedness -to be deposited with the Marquette
National Bank of Minneapolis, Minnesota, as a place for the safekeeping of said'secur-
ities, an assignment in lieu of the securities and a receipt covering the aforesaid
deposit to be furnished to the Village of Crystal, the same to be filed in the Office
of the Village Clerk until released by action of the Village Council.
The motion for the adoption of the forep ing Resolution was duly seconded by
Trustee Evans and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof:
Bronstad, Headley, Printon, Evans and Heisep and the following voted against the same:
none, whereupon said Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
The Council gave approval to the Bond Construction Co. to connect private storm sewer 3g-'
from their shopping center to municipal storm sewer as shown on blue print by "Project
No. 536" submitted by them, it being understood that this installation is to be made
at the expense of Bond Construction Co. and the connection to be rade in compliance
to the specifications submitted by our engineer; it being further understood that the
authority herein granted will in no way effect any present or f ttxre�,, assessments
against said property.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve the plat of Lakeland Manor, 3`1
Second Unit subject to the approval of the 54,000 bond, completion of platting re-
quirements and the title search. "Carried"
The Clerk read a letter from Attorney Parish demanding immedite reinstatement of 40�
Chris Ryan. Attorney Wasche will study the case and inform the council what steps
can be taken.
Upon reply from the Attorney General, Mr. Wasche is to direct a letter to the Civil 41
Service Commission that Burt Holmes is eligible to hold court as Justice of the Peace,
also that he can act as Fire and Police Dispatcher under the Civil Service.
A meeting was set for 7:00 P.M. Tuesday evening February 15th with Assessor Mahoney, 416y
regarding partial payment he did not receive in 1954. Mahoney also requested that
the deputy assessors receive their pay at the same time as the village employees
rather than be paid on one sum at the end of the season. This procedure was approved
by the Council.
Motion by Evans, seconded by Printon that we write a letter to the North Hennepin t-{3
Insurance Co., requesting them to cancel all binder coverage. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve the following properly verified
accounts:
S.J.Sprague & Parish
General $13,496.00
Regent Fuel Oil
Geral
"
$302.23
142.95
Post Publ Co,
It
546.30
Mobile Radio Eng.
Midway Tractor CO.
"
38.25
Rischmiller &Wasche_ "
50.00
32.80
Elmer C, Diers
9pec.Asmt.
Park
59.64
49.20
Gerald Sprague
Arnold Sibet
Park
General
150.00
Harvey Petersen
Eddie & Dicks
General
1.58
1st.Nat1. Bk,
Spec. Asat.
10,163.75
NW Natl, Bk.
Spec.Asmt.
1,122.80
N.W.Natl, Bk,
Apec. Asmt,
5,232.05
Farnhams
General
"
46.35
225.00
H.F.Ahrens
O.B,Ashbach
General
Spec. Asmt.
17.50
593378.88
Lee Elect.
C sial Hardware
"
3,17
Wes Ton
General
69.29
Grosser Hdwe.
Spec. Asmt.5,000.00
�44.91
Columbus Auto
Nelson mac,
It
Poor
11.42
35.95
T,G.Evensen
07
February 8, 1955 (Continued)
Acton Constr. Spec. Asmt. 20,603.15 Rays D -Z Service General 23.25
John Dahlheimer General 20.87
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call -of the
Chair.
Clerk resr nt o e Go r
1
February 105, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
on Tuesday, February l5kh, 1955 at 8:00 P.M.
The following members were present: Heise, Headley, Printon, Evans and the following
were absent: Bronstad.
The minutes of the February 8th meeting were read and approved.
`4oti.on by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve division of that part of
Lot 13, Klatket s Addition, except the N60t and the S150t thereof. "Carried"
S�Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we give tentative approval to the
proposed plat of CRYSTAL HIGHLANDS, subject to a study of drainage, road and
park property problems, along the Crystal and New Hope line by the Village Engineer.
WCarried"
�{b Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we give tentative approval to the pro-
posed plat of Lot 5, Auditort s Subdivision ,x#1.10, subject, to an E101 by S151 tri-
angular road easement on the -SE corner of Lot 9, subject to standard procedure.
"Carried"
y7 Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that a building permit*:be issued for the pro-
posed addition to Ostmanl s commercial building on Lot 3 and 4, Block 2 in Ostmant s
Fifth Addition. I "Carried".
q3 Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we deny division of Lot 3, Block 3
Paradise Park Addition, into the north one-half and the south one-half. "Carried"
q{ "'Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we give tentative approval on the pro-
posed Matzkets Second Addition plat, subject to standard -procedure and continuation
of Toledo Avenue to the Bass Lake Road. "Carried"'
5'6 motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve the final plat on Twin Lake
Manor, subject to the usual standard procedures. 'tCarried"
51 Motion by Printon, seconded'by Headley that we accept resignation of William S.
Rennie from the Planning Commission.. -and a letter of commendation and thanks be
sent to him. "Carried"
S52 Nndiat:, rby Headley, seconded by Printon that a 661 right-of-way on County Road ##70
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February 15, 1955 (Continued)
and any extension thereof is adequate; and copy of this motion to go to Golden Valley
in reply to their letter. "Carried"
Motion. by Evans, seconded by Headley that we appept and place on file petition for S3
sanitary sewer service on Bernard Avenue North from wail to Toledo. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we place on file report of Justice of the 5`% ,"
Peace Burton Holmes for December, 1954. "Carried'
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve applications of the following
for Licenses to installs operate and .maintain electric wires, apparatus and plants
i-4 the Village of Crystal from February 15, 1155 thru December'31, 1955:
Marlin D. Lee, dba Lee Electric Co.
Vincent K. Johnson bda Johnson Electric Co.
J. 0. Sallblad, dba Sallblad Electric Co. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Heise that we approve application of New Brighton S 6
Plumbing & Heating Inc. for license to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing
in the Village of Crystal from February 15, 1955 thru December 31, 1955 subject to
approval of bond by the Village Ato torney. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve application of New Brighton S� �
Plumbing & Heating Co. for license to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping
and gas btarning devices except space heating in the village of Crystal from February
15, 1955 thru December 31, 1955, subject to approval of bond by Village Attorney.
"Carried"
V or
Trustee Headley introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption: S
wEmuS Lot 18, Auditorts Subdivision No. 226, Plat #54270 was assessed on the basis
of 58,644 square feet and
WEER -PAS this computation was incorrect and should have been computed on the basis of
74,648 square feet,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the County Auditor's office be instructed to core•
rect thl�r certification on Storm Sewer #3 by the addiii.on of the amount of $125.31,
and be it further resolved that the Clerk send a certified copy to the County
Auditorts office.
Trustee Printon seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken thereof
the following voted in favor of the same: Iieadley, Printon, Evans, Heise and the
following voted against: none; whereupon said Resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted.
The Hennepin. County Nursing Service report for January 1955 was chedked and aceepted. $�
Authorization was given to purchase the morning Tribune so as to have an accurate check 60
on deaths for deletion of these names from our election register.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve following transfers as per report 61,
credit sheet of Pfeifer and Shultz:
From Improvement #8 To General
South Interceptor and Lift Station 738.00 $738.00
North Lift Station 300.00 300.00
North Interceptor Sewer 582.00 582.00
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February 15, 1955 (Continued)
District 6A laterals plus abandoned work
South and East Lif t stations
South Trunk Sewer
632.37 632.37
78.00 78.00
354.00 - 354.00
$8Z.37 �`$� ;
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February 15, 1955 (Continued)
Upon receipt of letter of resignation from Attorney Waschep, action will be taken for
appointment of his successor, to become effective as of March lst.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve the following properly verified
accounts:
Lakeview Motors General $48.10 Wendel NW, Inc. General $20.50
Ken Evans_, Petty " 27.74 J.V.Gleason Sp.Asmt.Bond 8,854.52
City of Mpls. " 2.80 Panama Carbon General 4.00
Ewald Creamery Poor 8.55 Pfeifer & Shultz SJ.Asmt.Bond 35,455.94
H.A.Rogers Co. General 3.60 B.C.Holmes General 10.80
Carl R. Hanson Poor 60.00 Ed Ryan, Sheriff " v 4.00
Crystal Super It 54.00
There being no further bu sine ss, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call of the
chair.
ATTEST:
presidentf the Council I
Tillage -Clerk
February 22, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
on Tuesday evening February 22nd. at 8:20 P.M.
The following members were present: Heise, Headley, Printon Evans; and the follow-
ing were absent: Bronstad.
Die minutes of the February 15th. meeting were approved as read.
M. L. Hawes, 5715 West Broadway appeared with petition to rezone from residential to '19
commercial Lot 28 and part of Lot, 27, Auditor's Subdivision #,26. The clerk was in-
structed to send cards to property owners with 300', for public hearing at 8:00 P.M.
on March 8th, 1955.
Attorney Wasche will have final draft of the Dog Ordinance at the March lst meeting.
In the meantime DeMuth of the Merry Hills Kennels will send copies of thier contract,
"pick up" tickets and releases.
Kenneth Thompson approached the Council on further information received on the driin- 7 /
age problem betwen New Hope and Crystal. Engineer Dunn will check with Ever_sen As-
sociates regarding bond issue and with New Hopers engineer on the percentage to be
paid by the two villages.
Norman Rooney presented blue print of a proposed dwelling which would require the -77�
waiving of building ordinance for size of utility room. After discussion:,
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we waive utility room requirements for
Lot 15, Block 4 of Bxownwood Manor, Second Addition as per plan submitted.
"Carried"
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February 22, 1955 (Continued)
The Clerkts and Treasurerts repordz.of January 31, 1955 was accepted.
b/Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Henry J.
Mester for license to install, operate and maintain electric wires, apparatus and
plants in the Village of Crystal from February 22, thru Dec. 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Earl Roslund,
Joslyn Sigh Co. -for license to maintain a billboard at Bass Lake Road and Elmhurst
Ave. No., in the Village of Crystal from Feb. 22, 1955 thru Dec. 31, 1955; subject
to. the approval. of the Police Chief. "Carried"
%o Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we grant request of Northern States Power
Company for permission to place one pole on Georgia Avenue and 54th Ave. Norh; one
pole on Idaho and 54th Avenues North; one pole on Kentucky and 54th Avenues North.
"Carried"
g Ii The appointments of Gordon Dhhlen as Chairman of the Civil Service, Harlan Mortensen
as Acting Chairman and Lawrence Kreber as Secretary, with salary of $100 per year,
were approved.
IZi Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that the clerk address letters to the Assessors
and Deputy Assessors for 1950, 1951, 1952,•1953 and 1954 that according to M.S.A. 1953
Sec. 412.131 and Sec. 412.921 they have been overpaid on their mileage, and the
Council had no authority to pay this amount. "Carried"
$3 Complaints have been received from tho Noble Drug area that the excavation is being
made below grade level. Engineer Duren is to meet with Eagle Contracting Co. on
Wednesday February 2 3, and inform them of our excavating ordinance.
-Sq 'Attorney Wasche will inform the platter of Twin Lake Manor that the plat cannot be
accepted by the Village until the abstract of title has 'aeon brought up to date.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve the following, properly
verified accounts:
Paper Calmenson Co. General
9.03
Minn. Hosp. Serv. Assn. Ins.Prem.
$116.35
Tia N. Andresen it
10.00
Oren Weinmann General
10.00
Edwards Mfg. Co. r'_
2.41
Mpls. Star & Tribune It -
49..50
-Cloverleaf Creamery, ,Poor
10.75`
Minar Co. rr
13.74
Borchert Ingersoll General
'375.00
There being no further business,
the meeting was adjourned, subject to call
of the
Chair.
C e c
Pre si ht of the Uoufficil
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March 1, 3.955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
on Tuesday evening February March 1st at 8:00 P.M. with the following members present:
Heise, Headley, Printon, Evans and Bronstad.
The minutes of the February 22nd meeting were read and approved.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we accept the resignation of Attorney Wasche.
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"Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that Mr. George Hedlund be appointed Village
Attorney at a fee of $200.00 per month, plus court fees, to be set by the Village
Council. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Walter Olek, dba
Heating Service for license to install, maintain, alter and repair gas 7piping and gas
burning devices in the Village of Crystal from March 1, 1955 thru December 31, 1955;
subject to approval of bond by Village ,Attorney. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Suburban Cesspool-�
Service of license to operate a scavanger service in the Village of Crystal for ten
months from March 1, 1955 through December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Johnson Brothers
P & H for license to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing in the Village of
Crystal from February 22, 1955 thru December 31, 1955; subject to approval of bond
by the Village Attorney. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Johnson Brothers
Plumbing and Heating for license.to install, maintain, alter and repair -gas piping and
gas burning devices in the Village of Crystal from Feb. 22, 1955 tl=ought;IDecember
31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve proposed gas main extensions
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of the Minneapolis Gas Co. as listed below, and approve permits to open streets to in-
stall said gas mains in accordance with sketches presented:
Job 3-20 On Quail Ave. North at Corvallis Ave. North
Job S-21 on Yates Ave. North from 56th to 58th Avenues North
"Carried"
Motion by HeacUey seconded by Printon that we accept and place on file report of
$
Justice of Peace old S. Truax for month of February, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we authorize attendance at School for^
Councilmen, Mayors, Finance Offgi.cers, Engineers and Assessors, March 28, 29 and 30th;
fees to be paid by the Village. "Carried"
Motion by Brvnstad, seconded by Printon that we accept the following easement signed. o
by Ralph Couture and Marcella Couture, subject to recording and escrow in the amount
of $128 for grading and surfacing with blacktop:
The E22t of the N562 of Lot 3; and the E22t of the S28t of
Lot 4, Block 3 West -Lilac Terrace Addition; also the W .10t
of the E 1221 of the_ above. described property, for public,.
utility purposes, according to the plat thereof on file and
of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for
said County. "Carried"
March 1, 1955 (Continued)
11 /Trustee Printon introduced the following Resultion and moved its adoption:
BE IT RESOLVED THAT no access to the safety deposit box in the Crystal
State Bank_of.Crystal Village, leased to the Village of Crystal, be had
by anyone excepting as herein provided;
(1) Both the Mayor and Clerk of the Village of Crystal are present when
said box is opened.
(2) In the event either the Mayor or Clerk cannot be present :the absent
party, must, in writing designate some -other member of the Council to go
in heas stead.
(3) Should either or both the Clerk and -the Mayor refuse, or be unable
to.attend the opening of said box, then and in that event, the other three
members of the Council, if together, shall have access to the box.
(4) Any and all members of the council may request an inspection of the
contents of the safety deposit box at any time and the Mayor and Clerk
shall accompany them for such inspection. Should the Mayor and Clerk be
unable to attend or refuse to do so, the other members of the Council may
have access to the box as provided in paragraph (2) and paragraph (4) above.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded by Clerk
Frans, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Heise,
Headley, Printon, Evans and Bronstad; and the following voted against -the same: none;
whereupon said Resolution was declared duly passed and adoplted.
)-3" he time of 7:00 P.M. March 10th has been set for a meeting of the Council and Civil
Chris Ryan his Mr. Parish.
Service commission with and attorney,
4 -`Motion by Pri.nton, seconded by Bronstad that we advertise for sealed bids to be open-
ed at 8:3D P.M., March 15th for. Crawler type tractor with front end loader; trailer
for transporting tractor; and one new set of power bucket sewer cleaning machines,
with accessories. "Carried"
15 Letter from M. R. Brown requesting ninety days in which to make payaoit of $5,485.68
covering work in Brownwood Manor First and Second Additions, was accepted and placed
on file.
#(.Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley authorizing building permit for }dorm Rooney
for Lot 5, Block 4 Brownwood Manor Third Additioru'. before final approval of the
Brownwood Manor Third Addition plat. "Carried"
11 Trustee Bronstad introdtced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
BE IT RESOLVED that we accept $25,000 Federal Land Banks
2,.due November 19 1958 as an assignment of securities
in lieu of bond by public depositories from Crystal State Bank.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Trustee
Headley and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof:
Heise, dley, Yrinton, Evans and Bronstad; and the following *oted against the same;
none; whereupon said Resolution was- declared duly passed and adopted. "Carried"
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Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve the following properly
verified accounts:
Fitzsimmons, Cty.Adtr. Sp.Amt. $10.00
Post Publishing General .45.00
Mary Mahoney it 461.25
Fire Equip Co. " 5.50
Rischmi.11er do Wasche " 26.25
NW Bell Telephone Co " 132.68
Smith Grocery- Poor 93.50
There being no further business,
Chair
7C1-erk
F.'D.Melrose Spt.Asnt.Bond
Harold Truax General
R.C.Dunn "
N.S.Power Co. " and park
Crystal St. Bk. "
An. Linen Co. "
Evans, Petty Cash General
Ma
$15.00
5.60
37.05
528.07
6.05
30.95
13.82
the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the
March 8, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
on Tuesday evening March,8, 1955 at 8:00 P.M. with the following members present:
Heise, Headley, Printon, E`rans and Bronstad.
The minutes of the March lst meeting were approved as read.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to
execute contract with the Merry Hills Kennels for the enforcement of the dog
ordinance, for six months or more. "Carried"
Licenees for dog tags must be renewed June 1st. of each year.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we adopt an ordinance entitled: '--o r
Chapter 81-1
Ordinance No. 55.4
AN CRDINAW E PROVIDING FOR THE LICENSING OF DOGS AND THE
MANNER IN WICH CERTAIN ANIMALS -MAY BE KEPT PROMING,F(R
THE CONFINEMENT OF CERTAIN DOGS, AND PR_WIDING PENALTY
FOR VIOLATION HEREOF, IN THE VILLAGE CE CRYSTAL "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we regone from residential to commercial
Lot 28 and the balance of Lot 27, Auditorts Subdivision #226. "Carried"
Motion by B*nstad, seconded by Headley that we adopt a resolution entitled:
Chapter 15-8
Ordinanc a No. 55-5
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CEDINANCE OF THE
VILLAGE OF. C RYSTAL, MINNESOTA "Carried"
The mayor announced this was the time set for opening of bids on a new truck. Bids 167 /
were opened and tabulated as follows:
March 8, 1955 (Continued)
Bob Knowles Ford Co.,
$2020.00
Osseo Motor Co.
2093.07
Lakeview Motors Inc.,
2222.00
Nichols-Schoening Co.,
2127.55
Downtown Chevrolet -Co.
2180.89
The Miner Co.
1991.00
Brellenthin Chevrolet,Co.
2025.00
Crystal Motors-
1995.00
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we table the bids for one week for study.
"Carried"
2 � Trustee Bronstad introdmced and moved the adoption of the following Resolution•
WHEREAS, Maclean R. Brown is the developer of all lots platted in Bronwood Manor
Third Addition, and .
WHEREAS, application has been made to the Veterans Administration and the Federal
Housing Administration for loan guaranties in connection with the construction of
homes thereon, and
WHEREAS.. the Veterans Administration and the Federal Housing Administration require,
as a prerequisite to the granting of such guaranties that thejillage assure the
responsibility for the improvement of the, public streets in said addition by grading,
stabilizing and oiling all public streets in said addition, fencing the wmterhple in
the area designated as park in said iddition, the installing of street name signs on
standard metal posts at all intersections i n said addition and the construction of
storm sewer within said addition to provide proper drainage, and that all said work
be completed without levying of any special assessments against the properties in
said addition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Village Council of the Village of Crystl
that the Village assume the responsibility for the making of the aforesaid ii .
provements in said addition heretofore accepted by the Village Council known as
Brownwood Manor, Third Addition, and that all the aforesaid improvements be made
without the levying of any special assessments therefor against the property in
said addition.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Veterans Administration and Federal Housing Admin-
istrat%on be advised of this action by the Village Clerk funishing to said Veterans
Administration and Federal Housing Administration a certified copy of this Resolution.
Trustee Headley seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken thereon,
the following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Headley.' Printon, Bronstad and Evans
and the following voted against the same: none; -whereupon said Resolution was de-
clared duly passed and adopted. "
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we accept bond in the amount of
/ $18,000.00 for Brownwood Manor,. Third Addition. "Carried"
t6 Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we give final approval to plat of
Brownwood Manor, Third Addition. "Carried"
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Trustee Bronstad introduced and moved the adoption of the following Resolution:
WEREAS, Hiawatha Home Builders, Inc. is the developer of all lots platted in
Colonial Acres, 2nd Addition, and.
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March 81, 1955 {Continued)
WMIM, application has been made to the Veterans Administration and the Fedefral Housing
Administration for loan guaranties in connection with the construction of homes thereon, and
WMREAS, the Veterans Administration and the Federal Housing Administration require, as
a prerequisite to the granting of such guaranties that the Village assume the responsi-
bility for the improvement of the public streets in said addition by grading, stabilizing,
bituminous surfacing and installing curb and gutter on all public streets in said addition
planting one (1) 2T inch caliper elm tree for each lot in said addition, sodding all
boulevards in said addition, the installation of street name signs on standard metal
posts at all intersections in said addition and the construction of storm sewer within
said addition to provide proper drainage, and that all said work be completed without
levying of any speciall assessments against the properties in said addition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Village Council of the Village of Crystal that
the Village assume the responsibility for the making of the aforesaid improvements in
said addition heretofore accepted by the Village Council Down as Colonial Acres 2nd.
Addition, and that all the aforesaid improvements be made without levying of any
special assessments therefore against the property in said addition.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Veterans Administration and Federal Housing Admin-
istration be advised of this action by the Village Clerk funishing to_ said Veterans
Administration and Federal Housing Administration a certified copy of this Resolution.
Trustee Printon seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken thereon,
the ,following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Headley, Printon, Bronstad and Evans,
and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said Resolution was de-
clared duly passed and adopted." "Carried»
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve proposed gas main extensions as /
follows:
Job #-28 on Hampshire Ave. North at 46th A e.
Job 5-29 on Florida Ave. North, north of 31th Ave. North
and grant permits to open streets to install said gas mains in accordance with plats
and diagrams presented. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we approve requests of Northern States
Power Co. for the following:
Place one pole 61st Ave. N. and Jersey Ave. -
Place one pole on Jersey Ave., north of 61st Ave. N.
Place fourteen poles on 52nd Ave. between Perry and Vera Cruz.
Place one pole on Vera Cruz between 52nd Ave. N. and Soo Line tracks.
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve application of W. D. McQueen
for license to install, operate and maintain electric wires, apparatus, and plants in
the Village of Crystal from March $, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion.by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of James Houghton
for license to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping and gas burning devices
except_ space, heating in the Village of Crystal. from March 8, 1955 thru December 31,
1955; subject to approval of, bond by the Village Attorney. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of James Houghton
for license to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing in the Village of Crystal
from March 8, 1955 thru December 31, 1955 subject to approval of bond by the Village
attorney. "Carried"
This was the time set for opening bids for sale of village land at 47th and Lakeland.
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March 8, 1955 (Continued)
Bids were opened and tabulated as follows: C. M. Hanson $12255.00
Motion by Frinton, seconded by Headley that we reject bids for the sale of that part
of Lot 18, Schaefer's Lakeside Grove, as being too low. "Carried"
/Engineer Dunn was appointed to attend the Water Pollution meeting regarding sewage
works for .the Village of New Howe, on March 10th at 2:00 P.M.
35lReport of receipts for the month of February, 1955; also Clerks report and Treaszrer's
report as of February 28, 1955 were accepted.
3 L/Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we'retain the firm of Pfeifer and Shultz
to provide general supervision of sanitary sewer projects on which bids were let
December 28, 1954 at a rate of 1-�t of the amount of payments to the contractors
under the terns of the contract.
representative from the North Hennepin Transit Bus Co. appeared with a letter
they had received from property owners in the 5300 block on Maryland Ivenue, re-
questing that the bus run on some other street. After discussion it was decided
that the busses cannot be rerouted at the present time.
BS -"-The date of April first was set as a dead line for receipt of petitions for street
improvements and July 1, 1955 for petitions for sani.tarybsewer laterals, if the
work is to be done in 1956.
Z9'/Attorney Hedlund 1411 draw up an ordinance on road restrictions and weight limits.
4 O/Chris Ryan and his attorny, Parish, appeared before
the
Council.
mied ss on fol-
lowed, r
which resulted in the Village Attorney being
k into
the legal aspects of the case,_ and report at the next meeting.
L4 /The Planning Commission is to be requested to approve the division of that pant of
Lot 18, Schaefers Lakeside Grove, into two building lots; which would increase the
value of -the lot on which bids were rejected.
vA received from the Hennepin County Highway 'Dept- in which they
transfer
�{ letter was
to the viallage the following roads:
oie-half of Countyb Rd. #101 lying
on the line between the Village of
Crystal and Brooklyn Parr and extending from County goad No. 18 to
County Road No. 156 - a mile.
All of County Road No. 21 from Trunk Highway No. 100 to Coanty Road
No. 18 - 22 miles.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by printon
that we approve following properly verified
accounts: .
Crystal Direct Service General $13.31
Farnham's General
$29.55
Standard .Oil Co. n 294.50
Anderson Aggregates
.37.
134.45
Civil Service Dept. n 19.00
10.00
Mpls. Gas CO,.
Joe Justad n
10.00
LeRoy Trafton "
�ii.11er,Davis Sp -.Ascot. 14.00
Fire Prev.
1..Nat.Bk• "
639.09
13.40
Am.Public Works Assn. " 10.00
Poor 49.82
Williams Hdwe.
Actnn Constr. Sp.Asmt. 14,?52.60
Red Owl Store
General 43.04
Coast to Coast General
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H.A.Rogers
Bob Knowles Ford �� 15.60
Morton Salt CO,
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27. 0
21:25
Crystal Motors n 15.00
Mobile Radio Eng. �
G.A.Schissel "
5.00
Carburetor Service Co. " 16.84
Dr.
Art Peterson, Garage n 31.31
Edith F.Rennie " 117.00
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Edith F. RennieGeneral $117.00
Action Sales Co. 25.20
A.H.Dirschel it 4
J.W.Griggs
Ashbach & Sons
Pfeifer & Shultz
Poor 60.00
Spt,Asmt.32071.65
Sp.Asmt. 357.37
(Continued)
Russ Grosser Hdwe.
Lampert Yards
Ray's D -Z Service
Borchert -Ingersoll
Phelps -Drake
Pfeifer & Shultz
General $12.10
" ` 35.23
it 120.60
If 584,95
Sp.Asmt. 22556.25
It 257.53
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call ofthl
chair.
ClerkClekk si en o eGo-uncil
March 15, 1955
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
.on Tuesday March 15th at 8:00 P.M. with the following members present: Heise, Headley,
Printon, Evans and Bronstad. '
Minutes of the March 8th meeting were approved, subject to correction of paragraph 9,
page 30 to read as follows: "Mr.Ryan was offered his old position of administrative
assistant at'the salary paid at the time of his dismissal, and he declined the offer".
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we accept the insurance policies, subject
with the
to approval of the village attorney, and return certified check submitted "Carried"
Marsh & McLennan bid.
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Motion by Printon', seconded by Headley that we approve plans and permit for garage for 4 si
Crystal Motors on that part of the N 150' of the S 906.3' of the SEI of the NWI of
Sec. 9; T-118; R-21, with the understanding that a burning permit will not be
e-iisued
for this new location.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve the proposed Mork Campion 4 L /
Turd Addition plat. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded onded by Bronstad that we approve the division of the 1 2 of the y -J
S4 of Lot 23, Auditors Subdivision #328 into the E2 and the ii2l; the W-1, into.five
equal lots 66t more or less facing west on Vera Cruz; subject to easement for street
purposes over„the E50' and the W30t. "Carried"
As 8: 30 P.M. was the time set for opening bids on one new crawler type tractor with $
front end loader, one trailer for transportation of crawler type tractor, and one now
set of power bucket sewer eleaning machines, bids were opened and tabulated as follows:
TRAIIER FOR TRANSPORTING CRAWIER TYPE TOR:
Mart's Excavating .550,00
Wm.H.Ziegler Co. Inc., 2,218.00
Borchert -Ingersoll Inc. A.- 2,730.00
B- 1,875.00
C- 1,250.00
CRAWLER TYPE TRACTOR: 10 430.00
Bore ert-Ingersoll,Inc. ,
ism. D. Ziegler, Inc., u, 333.00
Ro sholt Equipment C o . 10, 640.00
SEWER CLEANING EQUIPMENT:
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March 15, 1955 (Continued)
A. J. Sadler $1,545.50
Municipal Equipment Co. 4,388.70
Rosenwald Cooper, Inc. 3,846.52
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we table the bids for one crawler
type tractor, one trailer for transporting tractor and -one new set of sewer clean-
ing machines until March 22nd, for further study. "Carried"
y � Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we award bid for the new truck to the
Osseo Motors, accepting the dark green color and retaining the old Dodge, at no
cost to the Village. "Carried"
So Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we amend the motion for tabling bids
for the crawler type tractor, trailer for transporting tractor, and set of sewer
cleaning machines and award the bid for the trailer for transporting the crawler
type tractor to Mart's Excavating Co. for $550.00 and table the balance of the
bids until March 22nd. "Carried"
5 j�Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve used car lot for the S & S Co.
on the N 1611 of Massey's property in part of Lot 4 of Stn. Denis Acres, and part of
Lot 38 in Auditor's Subdivision #328; and move_ a 10 x 12 building onto it.
"Carried"
Sv-Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve proposed Sandblakels Second
Addition, subject to standard procedure. "Carried"
a�3 Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve dixision of the W 149.261
of Lot 9, Auditor's Subdivision -1314 from the balance of said lot; and the division
of the W 149,261 into four equal lots facing on Louisiana Avenue, subject to grant••
ing of street easement over the N251 and the W30t of Lot 9, Amditorl s Subdivision
#314 and subject to standard procedure. _ "Carried"
'iy %Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve the division of the E601 of
Lot 20, Auditor's Subdivision #314 from the balance of said lot, subject to street
easement over the S301, "Carried"
LS,Niotion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we amend the motion of January 11th for
the separation of Lot 10, Block 5, Robbinsdale Home Gardens Fourth Addition and com-
bine it with Lot 9, Block 4 Robbinsdale Home Gardens Fourth Addition. "Carried"
5(./Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file Justice of
Peade reports of kdley Krenz for months of November and December, 1954.
"Carried"
S"1 Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Henry Sydkoski
for license to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping and gas burning devices
in the Village of Crystal from March 15, 1955 thruough December 31, 1955 subject to
approval of bond by village attorney.- "Carried"
$9 Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we -approve application of Henry Sydloski
for license to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing in the Village of CCrystal
from March 15, 1955 thru December 31,•1955, subject to approval of bond by the.
Village Attorney. "Carried"
I.Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Fowler Gas
Heating Co. Inc., fpr license to construct, install, alter and repair wid 'maintain
gas equipment and gas burning devides in the Village of C sJ4l from March 15, 1955
thru December 31, 1955, subject to approval of bona by the village attorney.
"Carried"
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March 15, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Nancy Kastanos ( o"
for license to operate a lunch counter in the Village of Crystal from March 15, 1955
through December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Nancy Kastanos 61
for license to sell cigarettes in the Village of Crystal from march 15, 1955 through
December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Prbnstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Nancy Kastanos for b`y
license to sell soft drinks In the Village of Crystal from March 15, 1955 through
December 31, 1955. '"Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we approve proposed gas main extension
Job S-373, on Maryland Ave. No., south of 58th Ave. No., of the Minneapolis Gas Co.
and grant permits to open the street to install said gas main in accordance with plat
and diagram presented. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we grant permission to Northern States
Power Co. to place one pole on Quail Avenue between Soo Line RfW and 53rd Ave. No.,
as shown on sketches presented.__ "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we grant permission to Northwestern Bell
Telephone Co. to place buried cable on Yates Ave. No. between 57th Ave. N., and Bass
Lake Road as shown in detail on sketches presented. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we accept and place on file petition for
curb and gutter on north half of Georgia between 42nd and 43rd Aves. North and half
blocks east and west; streets abutting on Ostman's Second Addition, Lots 1-8 and
Ostmants First Addition, Block 1. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we void check No. 831 bearing date of
Nov. 23, 1954 for $7$09 made payable to Bob Knowles Ford Co., which check has been
lost in the mail or destroyed in an unknown manner and never received by the said
Bob Knowles Ford Co. and that we authorize the issuance of a duplicate check in the
same- amoaa.nt to the said Bob Knowles Ford .Co., subject to approval of the indemnity
bond by the village attorney, "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we oppose House File #1.243 which calls
for direct relief to be administered on the county basis, and go ou record that we
would like to continue under our present set up of the village operating their own
direct relief; and that the clerk Sirect letters to our two state representatives
and our state senatori to this effect. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we place on file petition for
light on 45th and Jersey Avenue north.
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"Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that letter be directed to the Civil Service
Commission to waive the age limitation on examination for Plumbing Inspector.
"Carried"
The clerk was requested -to direct the Civil Service Commission to hold -examinations
for a sewer superintendent and a heavy equipment operator, as early as possible.
The February report of the Rural Hennepin County >Nursing District and Crystal
Appropriations Accounts were received and placed on file.
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March 15, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we approve the following properly verified
accounts:
Nelson Grocery Poor $35.95 School Dist 24 General $59.25
Bob Knowles Ford General 7.09 Red Owl Store Poor .50.68
Dudley Krenz 8.60 Ed Ryan,_SherSff General 4.00
St. of Minn. ,, 24.00 Mpls. Gas -Co. Poor 41.35
NW Natl. Bk. n 12.50 Marsh McLennan General & Park 3596.65
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned' subject to call of the
Chair.
Clel-k Presidaht-ofeC
March 22, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
on Tuesday' March 22nd at 8:00 P,M. with the following members present: Heise,
Headley, Printon, Evans and Bronstad.
The minutes of the March 15th meeting were approved as read.
73 Joe Saunders appeared in behalf of the Civic and Commerce Association, wishing to
be relieved of the responsibility of the old village hall and turning over the
money in their treasury to be held for paying any bills which might come up within
the next ninety! days.
,f Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Frinton that we terminate our lease with the'
Civic and ' Commerce Association and accept what money they thrn over to the Village
for future repairs of the old village hall, "Carried"
i !S -' The clerk is to direct a letter to the Junior Chamber of Commerce who have taken
over the responsibility of the old village hall and obtain a lease from them.
7 �Mr, Choroma ski appeared in behalf of St. Raphael! s regarding flasher signals for
the school on the Bass fake road which -would also_help the Thora Thorsen school.
A meeting will be arralgod with the Public School District #24, St. Rapbaelts School,
the police chief, and the cozncil asking if they will participate in the erection
of flasher signals.. Similar to the one installed at 36th and Lee Avenue.
-7`7 4ngineer Dunn will arrange a meeting with the County regarding a contemplated
traffic problem at Bass Lake Road and West Broadway, New Hope will also be in-
vited to attend thi,d meeting.
1 8 Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we accept the bid of the municipal
Equipment Co. at 4,388.70 for the Sewer Cleaning Equipment. "Carried"
7`J//Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we accept the bid of the Zielgler Co.
Inc. at $11,333.00 for the Crawler Type Tractor. "Carried"
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R0 Q%P$tPS&& s t8e&Q id W.�ng.Qgj It allow ArViq Reid 150 from the fire
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March 229 1955 (Continued)
Engineer Dunn will arrange for sale of Certificates of Indebtedness for 621,000.00 $
which will cover purchase of the road equipment and possible Monitors to be placed
in the home of each volunteer fireman.
Motion by Headley., seconded by Bronstad that we authorize Pfeifer and Shultz to
hire Twin City Testing and Eng. Lab. for subsoil investigation at East lift station
because of quicksand encounteted. "Carried"
Trustee Bronstad introduced and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: $ 3
WHEREAS, Lakeland Builders, Inc. is the developer of all lots platted in Lakeland
Manor, 2nd Unit Addition, and
WHEREAS,, application has been made to the Veterans Administration and the Federal
Housing Administration for loan guaranties in connection with the construction of
homes thereon, and
UmREAS, the Veterans Administration and the Federal Housing Administration require,
as a prerequisite to the granting of such guaranties that the Village assume the re-
sponsibility for the improvement of the public streets ;in said addition by: Grading
6" Stabilized Gravel; Standard metal street signs on metal posts; tree removal from
Lombardy Apul.evard and _that all said work be completed without levying of any special
assessments against the properties in the said addition.
NOW, THE4EFCRE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Village Council of the Village of Crystal that
the village assume the responsibility for the making of the aforesaid improvements in
said addition heretofore accepted by the Village Council known as Lakeland Manor, 2nd
chit, and that all the aforesaid improvements be made without the levying of any
special assessments therefor against the property in said addition.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Veterans Administration and Federal Housing Admin-
istration be advised of this action by the -Village Clerk furnishing to said Veterans
Administration and Federal Housing Administration a certified copy of this Resolution.
Trustee Printon seconded the foregoing motion and upon Printon,,ebins and ken tbereads,
the following voted in favot� thereof. Heise, Headly,
and the following voted against the same, none: whereupon said Resolution was declared
duly passed and adopted. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we accept and place on file petition for g q �/
Sanitary Sewer Service on Pennsylvania Ave. No. from 56th to 58th Avenues North.
"Carried"
Motion by Bivnstad, seconded by Headley that we accept resignation of Harlan Mortensen 9 !�`>
from the Civil Service Commissionn., and ask the Village Clerk to direct a letter to
him thanking him for the service he has given the village. "Carried"
A suitable replacement on the Civil Service Commission will be chosen by the Mayor, b�
with the consent of the balance of the Council, within the near future.
Upon reading the correspondence, the letter from the Civil Service regarding a waiver S�
for prospective employees was turned over to the attorney for attention. Attorney
Hedlund and Inspector Schmock will get together on a few additions to the N�Lsnneapolis
Heating Ordinance, before being accepted by the Village. The list of eligibles
presented by the Commission for Elumbing Inspector will be.asked to appear at 7 P.M.
Tuesday evening, April 5th.
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Marsh 22, 1955 (Continued)
SS Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we place petition from 16 property
owners in the Brownwood Manor 2nd Addition on file. "Carried"
gq/'Engineer Dunn will contact MacBrown and Rooney stating that we have the petition
and request action on completion of the roads as soon as possible this spring.
90/Moti.on by Evans, seconded by Printon that retroactive from January 1, 1955 Hesther
Truax be paid $50,00 per month for her services as deputy clerk; this to continue
as long as she remains Deputy Clerk, "Carried"
11/Motion by Evans, seconded by Printon that Mrs. Hesther Truax continue as deputy
clerk until such time as the position of village administrator is filled.
"Carried"
c�yMotion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we accept the settlement of X1,250.00
in payment to Chris Ryan, and that the attorney be directed to secure the proper
releases. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon
that we approve the
following properly
verified accounts:
Osseo Motor
Susp.in Gen.
$2055,00
Ewald Bros.
Poor $ 8155
Minar Co.
General
3150
Ken Evans, Petty
Csh. Gen. 18.75
Helens Ap.Shop
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39.20
M.Volkenant
General 410.00
Terry Bros.
PIR-
596.08
Schirmers
" 20.00
Eddie & Dick
General
5.50
Ryan & parish
" 1250.00
There being no
further business, the meeting was adjourned,
subject to call of
the Chair,
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Prestbat Of We Council
Special meeting, March 30, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, an adjourned meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal was duly held at the Village Hall in the village on
Wednesday, March 30, 1955 at 7:45 P.M. with the following members present: Heise,
Printon, Evans, Bronstad and the foll9owing absent: Headley.
13 /Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon authorizing Acton Construction Co. to
place additional pilings under East Lift Station at additional cost of $1,164.00
due to the underlying soil conditions which were not sufficient to support the
lift station as designed. "Carried"
'Wmoition by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that the Village accept credits of $57.46
and $176.50 ganging three phase power to single phase power on the roof ventilators
of South and North Lift Stations respectively. "Carried"
JS'/Discussion held between county engineers, shopping center representatives, New Hope
Council and Crystal Council regarding future traffic congestiow on Bass Lake Road
from West Broadway to County -Road 18 after opening of Crystal Shopping Center. Also
�etiscussion of surface water problems and proposed storm serer project in this area.
�,/&ei� t gip lti�drthgMaelves to resurfacing Bass Iake Road after width
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March 30, 1955 Continued)
decided, grading completed, curb and sewer installed. Also will scarify Dibuglas
Drive this summer and layout plans for signal lights at Broadway and Bass -bake Road
intersection.
The meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the Chair.
reside ^ of the Counc
Clerk
April 52 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
on Tuesday 1p211 fit, at 8:10 P.M. with the following members present: Heise, Evans,
Headley, Printon and Bronstad.
The minutes of the March 22nd meeting were approved as read.
Representatives from the Soo Dine, Great Northern and MN&S railroads were present, I
as requested to discuss protection at the crossings, especially Douglas Drive. The
council ;eels it will be necessary to have flasher signals at the crossings or re—
duce speed of the trains.
Attorney Hedlund is to draw up a lease agreeable -with the Yuhior Association of v
Commerce. Don Anderson represented the J.M.ts, They were also given permission to
use the old folding chairs which they will repair.and keep in goodtorder.
The village Attorney is to check the ordinance and laws on serving of beer by private
clubs in the village, and whether a license is required.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that Richard Aaberg, 4736 -Xenia Ave. No.,
be appointed to the civil service commission to fill the unexpired -term of Harlan
Mortensen, thru December 31, 1955, 'Carried"
The clerk was asked to direct a letter to the Merryhills Keuela to pick up all dogs S r
found on school grounds, regardless of pedigree.
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A delegation from the area at 48th and Yates and Xenia appeared regarding blacktop
assessments supposedly to have been paid by Ezra Osterhus. They were assured, however,
that a double charge was -not being made.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we acdept petition fvr grading, stabilized
base and dust prevention for 38th from Douglas Drive to west village limits. "Carried"
Fire chief Sibet came in regarding monitors for the home of each volunteer fireman. g
He is to draw up plans and specs to present at the next meeting to advertise for
fifty units.
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Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of the following
for licenses to sell soft drinks in the Village of Crystal from April 1, 1955 thru
December 31, 1955:
Dairy Treat
Gerald, E. Hart
April 5, 1955 (Continued)
10 ZMotion by Headley seconded by Printon that we approve applications of the following
for licenses to operate lunch counters in the village of Crystal from April 1 thru
December 312 1955 "Carried"
DAiry Treat
Gerald E. Hart
11 /License application for Michael and Viola Sichak for off -sale liquor license at 6502
Bass Lake Road was tabled for further study; results to be presented at the 7:00 P.M.
meeting %hursday evening April 7th.
-y�Chief Albrecht was requested to study his budget to see if the police department can
purchase a new police car with equipment, this year.
1-3/Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we give approval for connecting roof
drain to storm sewer at Kents Bowling Alley. "Carried"
)q %Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of J.A.Ess & Sons
_for license to installs operate and maintain electric wires, apparatus, and plants
in the Village of Crystal from April 5 thra December 31, 1955. "Carried"
[5'�Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Anderson & Dahlen
for license to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping and gas burning devices
in the Village of Crystal. from Apr; 5 thru December 31, 1955 subject to approval of
bond by the village attorney. "Carried"
)L/Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Carl's Superior
400 for license to operate gasoline station and eight pump s'in the Village of Crystal
from April 1, 1955 tbru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
1� /Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Humboldt
Plumbing Co. Inc., for license to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing in
the Village of Crystal from April 1, 1955 through December 31, 19552 subject to ap-
proval of bond by village attorney. "Carried"
/g -/Motd.9n by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Humboldt
Plumbing Co. Inc., for license to install maintain, alter and repair gas piping and
gas burning devices, except space heating in the Village of Crystal from April 1, 1955
thru December 31, 1955s subject to approval of bond by village attorney. -"Carried"
17 Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve proposed gas main extension
for Job S-55 on Florida Ave. at 39th and grant permit to open street in accordance
with plat and diagram presented. "Carried"
'S -o 'Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we approve requests of Northern States
Power Co. for the following installation of poles:
Place 4 poles, 47th Ave. from Edgewood to Hampshire Aves. North
Place 4 poles Fairview Ave. from Edgewood to Hampshire Aves. North
Place 1 pole Jersey Ave. and Lombardy Lane
Place 3 poles on Jersey Ave. between Lombardy Lane and 62nd Ave. N.
"Carried"
/ Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve, accept and place on file
petition for sanitary sewer service on 52nd Ave. N. from Vera Cruz to Toledo Avenues
North. "Carried"
I-), Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we accept easement of E 30' sof Lot 7
Block 2, 'Wagner Garden Tract from Bernice and George Zenanko. "Carried"
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April 5, 1955 (Continued)
Trustee Brinton introduc6d the following resolution and moved its adoption.-
RESOLUTION
doption:RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF $21,9000 STREET CONSTRUCTION
AND MAINTENANCE AND FIRE EQUIPHENT CERTIFICATES CF
INDEBTEDNESS.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, that
the offer of Allison -Williams Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota to purchase $219000
Street Construction and Main6mance and Fire Equipment Certificates of Indebtedness
of the village is hereby found and determined to be a favorable offer and shall be
and is hereby accepted, said bid being to purchase said certificates of indebtedness
bearing interest at the rate of three and forty hundredths per cent per annum at a
price of par and accrued interest.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Trustee Bronstad and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor
thereof: Heise, Evans, Printon, BxDnstad and Headley, and the following voted
- against the same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Trustee Headley then introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION FILING 1HE FORM AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR $21,000 STREET
CONSTRICTION AND MAINTENANCE AND FIRE RQUIPMENT CERTIFICATES CF
INEEBTEDNESS, DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY AND PROAID-
ING FOR THEIR PA7MENT.
BE IT RESOLVED by theVillage Council of the Village of Crystal Minnesota, as
follows: -
1. The Village of Crystal shall forthwith issue its negotiable coupon street
Construction and Maintenance and Fire Equipment Certificates of Indebted-
ness in the principal amount of $21,000, said certificates of indebtedness to be
dated March 1, 1955, to be 21 in number and numbered 1 to 21, both inclusive, in
the denominations of $1000 each,, all bearing interest at the rate of three and forty
hundredths (3.40) per cent per annum, payable semiannually on the lst day of March
and the 1st day pf September }n each year, and which certificates of indebtedness
shall mature serially on March 1st in the years and amounts as follows: $5,000 in
1957, 1958 and 1959 and $6,000 in 1960, all without option of prior payment.
2. Both principal of and interest on said certificates of indebtedness shall
be payable at the main office of Northwestern National Bank of Minneapolis,
in the City of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and the village shall pay the reasonable
charges of said bank for its services as paying agent.
3. The certificates of indebtedness and the interest coupons to be thereto
attached shall be in substantially the following form:
UNIITF,D STATES OF AMERICA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
VILLAGE OF CRYSTAL
No. $1,00x.
STREET CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE AND
FIRE EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATE OF INDEBTEDNESS.
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS That the Village of Crystal, Hennepin County,
April 5, 1955 (Continued)
Minnesota, acknowledges itself to be indebted and for value received promises to pay
to bearer on March 1, 19 , the sum of ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS and to pay interest there-
on from the date hereof until the principal amount is paid at the rate of three and
foray hundredths per cent (3.400 per annum, interest to maturity payable semian-
nually on the lst day of March and the 1st day of September in each year in accord-
ance with and upon presentation and surrender of the attached interest coupons as
they severally become due. Both principal and interest are payable at the main
office of the Northwestern National Bank of Minneapolis, in the City of Minneapolis
Minnesota, in any coin or currency of the United States of American which at the time
of payment is legal tender for public and private debts and to provide money for the
prompt and full payment of said principal and interest as the same become due the full
faith, credit and taxing powers of the village have been and are hereby irrevocably
pledged.
This certificate is one of an issue in the total principal amount of $21,000,
all of like date and tenor except as to maturity, issued by the village purpuant to
the Constitution and Laws of the State of Minneeota, including Minnesota Statutes,
Section 412.301, for the purpose of financing the purchase of certain street construct-
ion and maintenance equipment and fire fighting equipment.
IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED AND RECITED That all acts, conditions and things re-
quired by the Constitution and Laws of the State of Minnesota to be done, to happen,
to exist and to be performed precedent to and in the issuance of this certificate of
indebtedness have been done, have happened, do exist and have been performed in
regular and due form, time and manner as required by law and that this certificate
of indebtedness together with all other indebtedness of the village outstanding on
the date hereof and the date of its actual issuance and delivery does not exceed
any constitutional or statutory limitation thereon.
IN TESTIMONY WTiERECF, the Village of Crystal, Hennepin County, Minnesota, by
its Village Council has caused this certificate of indebtedness to be signed by its
mayor and Village Clerk and sealed with the corporate seal of the village and the
interest coupIns hereto attached to be executed and authenticated -by the fascimi.le
signatures of said officers, all as of March 1, 1955. -
Mayor
V�llaffe Glerk
(Seal) (Form of Coupon)
No.
$17.00
On the 1st day of March (September) 19 , the village of Crystal, Hennepin.
County, Minnesota, will pay to bearer at the Northwestern National Bank of Minneapolis
in the City of Mjxm apolis the sum of Seventeen and no/100 dollars, being the install-
ment of interest then due on its Street Construction and Maintenance and Fire Equip-
ment Certificate of Indebtednesss dated March 1, 1955, No.
Mayor
7TVillage Ulerk
4. The certificates of indebtedness shall be prepared under the direction of
the village clerk and shall be executed on behalf of the village by the
signatures of the mayor and village clerk and the corporate seal of the village shall
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April 51 1955 (Continued]
be affixed to each thereof, and the interest coupons shall be executed and authenticated
by the printed facsimile signatures of said officers. When the certificates have been
executed they shall be delivered by the village treasurer to the purchaser upon receipt
of the purchase price but the purchaser shall not be obligated to see to the proper ap-
plication thereof.
5. There is hereby created a separate sinking fund for said certificates of in-
debtedness, which shall be held by the village treasurer and used for no
other purpose than to pay principal of and interest on said certificates, -provided
that if any payment of principal or interest shall become due when there is not suf..
ficient- money in said fund to pay the same, the treasurer shall pay such principal
or interest Erom the general fund of the village, and said general fund shall be re.
inbursed for such advances out of the proceeds of taxes levied pursuant hereto or
other moneys appropriated by the village council for such purpose. Into said sinking
fund shall be paid all proceeds of the taxes levied pursuant to this resolution and
such other moneys as may be received by the village for the purpose of or appropriated
to�the payment of said eertificates of indebtedness and interest.
6. There is hereby levied upon all the taxable property in the village a direct
annual ad valorem tax which shall be spread upon the tax rolls and collected
with and as a part of other general taxes of the village, which tax is to be for the
years and in amounts as follows:
Year
S
��°7t
'r5u. 00
1956 5850.00
1957 5650.00
195 1958 6550.00
Each of said levies shall be irrepealable, provided that the village reserves the
right to reduce said levies in the manner and to the extent permitted by law.
7. The village clerk is hereby authorized and directed to file with the County
Auditor of Hennepin County, Minnesota, a certified copy of this resolution
together with such other information as the s county atLator may require, and to obtain
from the county auditor a certificate that such tax has been levied and the certifi-
cates of indebtedness have been entered upon his register.
8. The County Auditor of Hennepin County and the officers of the village are
hereby authorized and directed to prepare and furnish to the purchaser of said
certificates of indebtedness and to the attorneys approving the issue, certified copies
of all proceedings and records of the village relating to said certificates of indebted-
nexs and to the financial condition and affairs of the village, and such other certi-
ficates, affidavits and transcripts as may be required to show the facts within their
knowledge, or as shown by the books and records in their custody and control relating
to the validity and marketability of said certificates of indebtedness and such in-
struments, including any heretofore furnished, shall be deemed representations of the
village as to the facts therein stated.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was drily seconded by
Trustee Headley and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof:
Heise, Evans, Printon, Headley and Bronstad; and the following voted against the lame,
none; whereupon said resolution -was declared duly passed and adopted.
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April 5, 1955 (Continued)
;i,4 Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Frinton that we accept resignation of Edward M.Peterson
from the Planning Commission, and send him a letter of thanks. "Carried"
ZS�Moti.on by Headley, seconded by Evans that we accept resignation of Ernest E.Eardley
from the Planning Commission, sending him a letter of thanks and appreciation.
"Carried"
/Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we accept and place on file Justice of
Peace report, Harold S. Truax, for March 1955; and allow purchase of pocket seal.
"Carried"
1--3 /Report of receipts and deposits for March 1955 was received and placed on file.
2 a Letter was read from Miss Muir, Welfare Administrative, that hospital rates have
been increased to $1.00 per day.
1-1 /Upon opinion from the Village Attorney, the Civil Service Commission has placed
Lester Albrecht, Superintendent of Police, on a permanent bads as of Dec. 2, 1952.
3 0 The new council members and engineer were briefed and reminded of the council promise
for di#t from the sanitary sewer project for the alley between Vera Cruz and Welcome,
south of 38th. (Truax property)
3 (Norman Atter, owner of the corner of 34th & Lee will be requested to pppear at a meeting
to arrange fill f or the swamp.
The council authorized Engineer Dunn to prepare preliminary plans for storm sewer
on 43rd, Zane and Adair and Dougla d Drive south of the. Soo Line tracks.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we adopt the following ordinance;
Chapter No. 155-2
Ordinance No, 55-6,
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE WEIGRT AND LOAD OF VEHICLES
AND PROHIBITING VEHICLES UITH LTXGS ON TfE STREETS. AND
HICKWATS OF. THE VILLAGE OF CRYSTAL.
3�{ /Mayor Heise will meet with the Civil Service Commission at their regular monthly
meeting, April 14th to iron out status of clerks, vacation limitations, waiving
age limit,.on plumbing inspector and plan to adopt resolution that a member of the
Civil Service Commission cannot engage in business with the village.
Hollom and Swenson, prospects for the administrator position, appeared for an oral
interview; setting a tentative salary of $5,000 a year and $450 per month respect-
ively. A further meeting will be Ye ld on , Thursday evening April 7th.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve the following verified accounts=
Mobile Radio Eng.
General
$11.66
Edw. Beier
General
$29.00
Archie Reid
"
150.00
Fire Equip. Co.
It
14.50
J. R. Hopkins
n
30.00
Wendell-MiT, Inc.
if
24.00
N.S.Power Co.
" & parks
477.28
A & P Groc.
Poor,
94.17
NW Bell Telephone
!'
132.58
Diebold, Inc.
General
38.'72
Monarch Chem. Co.
t'
1.00
Miller Davis
"
33.31
ftder-glei etc.
"
28.33
Lehn Elect.
"
25.00
Gibson Cons,
f'
25.00
Paper Calmenson
?'
51.30
April 5, 1955 (Continued)
R.C,Dunn
General
$24.08
W.H.Ziegler, Inc.
Geo. Hedlund
t+
200.00
G,T.Ryan Co.
Friden Calculat.
►►
35.00
Am/ Linen Supply
Mp sl, Gas Co.
if
118.11
Lampert yards
NW Natl. Bink
Equip #1
98.50
Red Owl stores
Anderson Aggregates General
47.48
Crystal Motors
Post Publ. Co.
"
189.95
Price & Nelson
Crystal, Direct Serv. !►
37.73
Crystal Hdwe.
N.W.Natl. Bk,
Sp,Asmt.
2737.80
Boyer-Gilfillan
Dr. Schissel
General
5.00
N.S.Power Co.
Fire Roster
It
665.00
Geo. Larson
Archie Reid
"
85.00
Lametti & Sons
Phelps Drake
Imp.#8
25,935.04
E�
1
Ir
Susp.in Gen. 11,333.00
General
68.55
It
16.55
►r
21.64
Poor
60.68
General
95.75
"
20.15
►►
2.95
n
5.88
poor
6.08
General
59.00
Imp. #8
509894. 01
There being no further business, -the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the chair.
C er elide o he ounc
April 12, 1955,
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the pillage Council of
the pillage of 'Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the pillage Hall in said Village
on Tuesday evening, April 12th at 8:00 P.M. with the following members present: Evans,
Broastad, Heise, Headley and Printon.
The minutes of April 5th,' 1955 meeting were approved as read. '
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve building permit for Crystal
Roll -arena on Lots 4 and 5 of Crystal Industrial Addition. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bsvnstad that we approve application of Glen D. Mayfield 3l-'
and Gordon Pfeninger for license to operate a roller rink in the Village of Crystal
from May 1, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. - '"Carried"
The request of Stanley Blaz for off -sale liquor license at 36th & Vera Cruz Avenue
North was denied.
The request for off -sale liquor license at 6502 56th Ave. North for Michael Sichak
was denied.
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Upon receipt of a complaint in the area of Whitehills, the building inspector anda�
engineer will check the surface drainage of cesspools near 34th and Hill Place to see
if this should be a case for the health office or village attorney. -
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve division of N481 of S 1481 of
Lot 1, Block 1, Becker's Addition. '"Carried"
Motion
by Headley, seconded by Evans that we approve building permit for Soft Ice Cream q-4-
store
vstore and Drive-in on Lot 7, Block 12 Becker's Addition. '"Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve application of James Cashman for
license to sell soft drinks in the pillage of Crystal from April 12, 1955 thru
December 31, 1955.` 1tCarried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of James Cashman for 1444
April 12, 1955 (Continued)
license to operate a restaurant and lunch counter in the Village of Crystal from
April 12, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. ftCarriedtl
Lj!S"Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we approve construction of a church on
Lot 1, ANd.itorts Subdivision #314, subject to granting easement over the S23t for
street purposes and subject to standard procedure. ''Carried"
H(./Complaints were received regarding the weeds and car -wrecking at 47th & Welcomes by
Dahlheimer.
y"1/Further discusssion was held regarding purchase of another police car. Chief Albrecht
is to inquire regarding a lend-lease arrangement.
H 9"Motion by Bronstad., seconded by Headley that we approve division of W201 from W71t of
E 131t of Lot 4, Block 1 Fergus McArdle Crystal Manor. "Carried"
y 9 Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that building permit be issued to construct a
Dairy Way store on the 1151t of the E lilt of Lot 4, Block 1 Fergus McArdle Crystal
Manor. "Carried"
',!s 'c/'iohn Conroy appeared before the council regarding the position of administrator. His
salary request was for $6,000 a year.
S I Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we approve division of the 52 of Lot 8
Auditort s Subdivisi on #314, lying north of the S23' and east of _the W30' into three
equal lots -of 65t plus, subject to standard procedure. "Carried."
S y Motion by Evans, seconded by Heise that we approve division of the north 1291 `of the
east 97t of Lot 91 Auditor's Subdivision #314; except the N231 thereof. "Carried"
S 3 Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve proposed plat,of Robert Loader
for Lots 1, 21 17 and 18. Block..l Sunnybxook Acres, 2nd. Addition, subject to the
standard proc4dure. "Carried"
Gy�Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Blix and
Neslund Electric Co. for license to install, operate ,and maintain electric wires,
apparatus and plants in the Village of Crystal from April 12, 1955 through
December 31, • 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Boyer Garbage
Service for license to collect garbage in the Village of Crystal from April 1, 1955
through March 31, 1956. "Carriedtt
S 6 Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we accept and place on file report of justice
of Peace Barton Holmes for March arra Fart of February, 1955, 2Carriedtt
SI Zhe clerk and treasurers report for the Month of March, 1955 was accepted.
S g/The village attorney was requested to check if the Justice of Peace can include a cost
of a drunkometer test in court costs and charge the defendant.
Sq Motion by Printon, seconded by `Bronstad that we approve proposed plat -of the Hill
Crest Addition, subject to standard procedure.
e
60 Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that a building permit be issued to construct
a motel, as per plans submitted, on part of Lots 52 and 53, Auditor's Subdivision
#328. - "Carried"
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April 12, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve division of the N80t from that 41,"
part of the N95t of the S2431 of the SE4 of the NW -1, west of Jefferson Highway, all
in Sec. 9-118-21, subject to, street easement over the W30t . ?'Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve tracts A through H, inclusive, of
Registered Land Survey #221 for -dwelling permits, subject to granting and registering
easements for street opurposes of that part of tract U abutting upon tracts A through H
inclusive, and subject to standard procedure. 11Carriedt,
The council went along with the Planning Commission in denying division of Lot in parcel
#3600, 8-118-21, which would make it less than our minimum requirements.
i
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that as Lew Schmock has fulfilled his probationary (.i
period he be retained as building inspector, as per stipulation of February 15, 1955.
Upon roll call -vote the following voted in favor: Headley, Evans, Bronstad and Heise and
the following voted naye: Printon; and so the motion was ttCarriedt' /
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we advertise for 50 fire department Monitors.,
bids to be opened May 3 at 8:30 P.M. Plans and specifications will be available in the
Village Office. Warriedtt
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve the following properly verified
accounts:
Blacktop Service Co. General $67.00 Bob Knowles Ford General $21.37
Crystal Pt.& Wallpaper tt 5.47 City of lTls. " .30.00
Suburban Police Assn. it 12.50 Sta-Vis oil Co. " 7.75
Standard Oil Co, tt 236.73 Farnhamis !' 13.61
Williams Hdwe Co. Gen.&Park 50.96 T.C.Test.&E:?g. Sp.Asmt.Bond 102.50
Marsh & McLerman General 45.07 Pfiefer & Shultz t' 13609.49
Acton Constr, Co. Sp.ASmt.Bd 17751.14 Otto Asbbach " 42,972.47
N.Henn, Tins. Gen.&Park 470.83
There being no further business, _the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the
Chair.
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April 19, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
on Tuesday April 19th, 1955 at ;8:00 P.M. with the following members present: Heise,
Headley, Printon, Frans and Bronstad.
The minutes of the April 12th meeting were approved as read.
W.G.Kranz and Mr. Pendergast appeared for Korn -Barber_ Co. requesting permission to 66
add to their commercial building by the tracts. As this will be in line with the
proposed sanitary sewer mains., engineer Dunn will arrange a meeting with Pfeifer and
Shultz before the Planning Commission meeting on Monday, April 24th.
�1
Mu. Getzug appeared requestin deviation from the ordinance regarding location of his
garage at 48th and Zane Ave. o., Inspector Schmock will check location of his
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April 19, 1955 (Continued)
cesspools etc. and report back at the next meeting.
6 %`Seven taxpayers from the area, of Hampshire and 45th appeared regarding condition of
their streets, They were assured. that as soon as the weather permits an ail zoat-
ing will be placed on Hampshire.
69 "Four women were present regarding the condition of their street at 54th and
Hampshire. This will also be given a dust coat treatment in June, if weather permits.
c Motion by Bronstad, seconded b:c Headley that we accept and place on file petition for
Dust Prevention Treatment on 54th from Florida to Jersey Avenues. "Carried?'
-7) /Motion by Printo% seconded by Bronstad that we give permission to the Crystal Brook
Cleaners to connect their air conditioning system to the storm sewer.drain.
1'Y Howard Malueg appeared regarding the abondoned dump at 34th and Lee
Ave. No. Our
attorney will report back to the next meeting if we can fill this from sanitary sewer
dirt and charge the owner through tax assessment.
Trustee Printon introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF STREET
CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE AND FIRE 'B01P—
NENT CERTIFICATES OF INDEBTEDNESS,
WffMAS, by resolution adopted by the Village Council on April 5's1955, it
was determined to issue and sell $21,000 Certificates of Indebtedness for the pur-
pose of purchasing fire equipment -and street construction and maintenance equipment
as authorized by Section 412.301, Minnesota statutes, and
WHEREAS, the Council accepted the offer of Allison -Williams Company to
purchase said certificates of indebtedness bearing interest at the rate of 3.40%
per annum at par and accrued interest, and
WHEREAS, it has now been determined that $24,000 will be required for the
purpose and it is necessary to increase the amount of said issue and the purchasers
have consented to accept x$3,000 additional certificates of indebtedness to be issued
in accordance with said resolution adopted April 5, 1955, as hereby amended,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the village Council of the village of
Crystal, Minnesota, that Section 1 -of the resolution adopted April 5, 1955 entitled
"Resolution Fixing the Form and Specifications for $21,000 Street Construction and
Maintenance and Fire Equipment Certificates of Indebtedness, Directing Their Execut-
ion and Delivery and Providing for Their Payment" shall be and the same is hereby
amended to read as follows:
1. The Vi17a ge of Cry stat shall forthwith issue its negotiable coupons
Street Construction and-aintenance and Fire -Equipment Certificates of In-
debtedness in the principal amount of $24,000, said certificates of indebt-
edness to be dated March 1, 1955, to be 24 in nu,iber and numbered 1 to 24,
both inclusive, in the denomination of x$1,000 each, all bearing interest at
the rate of three and forty -hundredths per cent (3,40%) per annum, payable
semiannually on the 1st day of March and the 1st day of September each year,
and which certificates of indebtedness shall mature serially on March 1st in
the years and amounts as follows: $5,000 in 1957, 1958 and 1959 and $9,000
in 1960, all without option of prior payment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the other provisions ,of said resolution referr-
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April 19, 1955 (Continued)
ing to the amount of said certificates shall be amended to conform to this resolution
and that the tax levy as set out for the years 1955 to 1958 inclusive shall be amend-
ed so that the levy for each year will be as follows:
Year
,LL�ev��vrr
$00.00
1956
62000.00
1957
5,800.00
1958
9,800.00
BE IT FURItER RESOLVED That a certified copy of this resolution shall be furnished
to the County Auditor of Hennepin County with the copy of said resolution referred to
herein so that his'bond register shall conform to said resolution as hereby amended.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Trustee Headley and upon vote being taken thereon the fo]lou&ng voted in favor thereof:
Heise, Evans, Bronstad, Printon and Headley; and the following voted against the same:
none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Motion by Evans, seconded by Brnnstad that we advertise for police car; bids to be 1H
opened at 8:30 P.M. on May 10th. "Carried"
14otion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we accept and place on file petition for 7
oil stabilization on Valley Place from Jersey to Louisiana. "CarriedttA
Motion bj* Printon, seconded by Evans that we acdept and place on file petition for 6�
sanitary sew9r service on Fates Avenue from 44th to 46th and on 46th from Yates to
Xenia Avenues. "Carried"
Motiom by Headley, seconded by Printon that we accept and place on file petition for
sanitary sewer service on 52nd Avenue north from Toledo East to the Lake. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we grant permission to Northern States
Power Co. -to place one pole at 57th Ave. and Adair. "Carried"
7-7 �-
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Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we approve following proposed gas main 79.,-
extensions
9iextensions of Minneapolis Gas Co. and approve permits to open streets to install said
gas mains in accordance with plats and diagrams presented:
Job S-95 Wilshire Blvd. and Toledo Avenue North
Job S-93 Murray Lane Ninth Addition
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Earl Christopher So
for license to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing on the Village of Crystal
for eight months from April 19, 1955 thru December 31, 1955, subject to approval of
bond by the village attorney. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad., seconded by Evans that we approve application of Gady and Enge-
bretsen far license to collect garbage in the Village of Crystal from April 1, 1955
thru March 31, 1956, subject to approval of bond by the Village Attorney. "Carried"
i
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Earl Christopher g y
for license to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping and gas burning devices
in the Village of Crystal from April 19, 1955 thru December 31, 1955, subject to the
approval of bond by the village attorney. ttCarried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Cramer Electric 3/
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April 19, 1955 (Continued)
Service for license to install, operate and maintain electric wires, apparatus, and
plants in the Village of Crystal from April 20, 1955 thru December 31,1955. "Carried"
9-111otion byi Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Wayne Engstad
for license to operate a lunch counter in the Village of Crystal from April 19, 1955
thru December 31, 1955. '+Carried"
g5°,Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we 'approve application of Wayne Engstad for
license to sell soft drinks in the Village of Crystal from April 19,.1955 thru
December 31, 1955. "carried"
(./Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Wayne Engstad for
license to -sell cigarettes in the Village of Crystal from April 19, 1955 trough
December 31, 1955. "Carried"
9 7 Motion by Bronstad, secoded by Evans that we accept and place on file petition for
sanitary sewer service on Xenia Ave. North from 47th to 48th. "Carried"
8 Q AAs per request from the Minnesota Highway Department $500 will be forwarded for
expense incurred in repairing Trunk Highway caused by work on sanitary sewer project.
8� Attorney Hedlund brought back report that the Justice of Peace may charge the drunk-
ometer test fees to the defendants.
go /Motion by Evans, seconded by Printon that we appoint Orin Hollom to the position of
village administrator at a salary of $5,000 per year, effective May 15th. Roll call
vote resulted in Ayes: Heise, Headley Printon and Evans and Nayes:` Hronstad.
"Carried"
11 Engineer Dunn was given permission to request the Civil Service Commission to set up
emomi.nation for an assistant engineer.
91- Carl Landswerk, 3409 Noble Ave. was given permission to remove a dead tree from the
boulevard, at his own expense.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve the following properly verified
accounts.
+'Carried"
Acton Constr. Sp.Asmt.Bond $2278.70 Mpls Star & Trib. Ad for Equip. $6.75
Red Owl Stores Poor 20.00 Mcpl.Finance Officer General .50
Merry Hill Kennel Gan.eral 176.00 Michael Sichak , " 100.00
K.Evans,Petty Csh 11 15.21 H.E.Liddicoat Sp.Asmt.Bond 2050.00
Ed Ryan,Sheriff it 10.00 Mcpl,Equip.Co. #5 4367.76
Marts Excay. Equip #5 550.00 Gopher Business Sp.Asmt.Bond 154.33
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the
Cha i
er esj,8ent of the o c
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April 26, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Mibnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
on Tuesday April 26, 1955 at 8:00 P.M. with the following members present: Heise,
Evans, Bronstad, Headley and Heise.
Minutes of the April 19th meeting were approved as read.
i
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we accept and place on file petition for Q 3
sanitary sewer service on 51st Ave. North from -Toledo to Vera Cruz. "Carried"
Motion by P rinton, seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition for q
sanitary sewer SEIrvice on -Xenia Ave. North, 1Wthc of 43rd. "Carried"
Trustee Pri.nton introduced the adoption of the following Resolution:
IMEREAS, The Village of Crystal has certified to the County Auditor of Hennepin
County, Minnesota, certain special assessments for improvements made with the village,
and
WHEREAS, Through error said assessments included assessments against property
owned by the village, and
WHEREAS, Ir is the desire of the village that all of said assessments against
the village property be cancelled,
NOW., THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT: By the adoption of this Resolution we
authorize the Auditor of Hennepin County, Minnesota, to cancel all assessments
against the following parcels of land, said parcels being owned by the Village of
Crystal:
PLAT: PARCEL:
'54755 3100
54791 1300
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Village Clerk be directed to furnish a certified
copy of this Resolution- to the Cointy Auditor as his authority for cancelling said
assessment.
Trustee Headley seconded the motion to adopt the foregoing Resolution and upon a
vote being taken thereon the following voted ;in favor-iereof: Printon, Evans,
Heise, Headley and Bronstad and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon
said Resolution was declared duly adopted.
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we approve the exchange of $500,000.00 U.S.
Treasury bills, due April 21, 1955s for $500,000.00 U.S.Treausry Bills, dated April 213,
1955 due July 21, 1955. "Carried??
Motion `by Headley, seconded by -Heise that we accept easement for the west 101 and the 91
south 101 of the west 90t of Lot 13, Block 3 Rosedale Acres; according to plat thereof
on file in the office of the Register of Deeds, said easement signed by Roland and
Audrey
Scherber, I'Carriedit
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that the building inspector be given permis-
sion to issue building permits in the following described property, and streets be
installed as per petitions ori file: Lots 10, ll, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17 all in
Block 2 of Rosedale Acres; facing on Yates Ave. North. "Carried" qi
Head1 seconded Bronstad that we table bids for street maintenance l
Motion by , b9'
materials until May 3rd. "Carried"
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April 26, 1955 (Continued)
{n-_�/Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that a building permit be granted for a 30 x 70
Korn Barber building on Lot 2, Block 1 of Hansonts Addition (Hanson Court); the new
building to extend 362 northwest of the present building. "Carried"
101 Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve division of S 1501 of Lot 18,
Russ Addition from balance of said lot. "Carried"
loti Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve proposed Kraft Addition on
Lots 17 and 19 and -that part of Lot 18, lying north of the S 1501 all in Russ Addition,
subject to standard procedure and approval of utility easements._ "Carried"
1 of Motion by Bmnstad, seconded by Headley that building permit be granted to Crystal
Lumbar Co. for lumber storage shed. "Carried"
104 Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we issue building permit #6505 for hangar
on Lot 52A at the Crystal Airport to E. J. Krzesiwauk. "Carried'?
Motion by P:rinton„ seconded by Headley that we approve division of the following
Lot 4 and E 12t of zot 5, Block 3,
Lot 5, except E 121 thereof and E 24t of Lot 6, Block 3,
Lot 6, except E 24t. thereof and E 361 of Lot 7, Block 3,
Lot 7, except E 361 thereof and E 48t of Lot 8 Block 3,
Lot 8, except E 48t thereof and all of Lot 9, lock -3; all in Mork Campion Addition.
ttCarried"
10 6 Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve Registered Land Survey on
tot 1. Block 1 of Boulevard Acres, subject to NO building permits issued on Tract C
under additional pwoperty is acquired. "Carried"
101 Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we set bond for Matzke's Second Addition
at $6000.00, upon reconmenlation of village engineer. "Carried"
08/Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Donald Nelson,
Crystal Drive -Inn for license to sell soft drinks in the Village of Crystal from
May 1, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. YCarriedtt
)01'/Notion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Donald Nelson,
Crystal Drive -Inn for license to -sell cigarettes in the Village of Crystal from
May 1, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
I 1 o/Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Donald Nelson,
Crystal Drive -Inn for license to operate a restaurant and lunch counter in the Village
of Crystal from May 11 1955 ihru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
111/Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon authorizing installation of Sanitary Sewer
service stubs on east side of Adair Avenue on Crystal-Robbinsdale border line.
"Carriedtt
r
11-Y Motion by Evans., seconded by Printon that position of Village Administrator be given
Civil Service Classification 50-A paying salary of $423 per month, i.e. $5,076 per
year, "Carried"
113 Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon ghat the West 60t of that part of Lot 31,
Auditort s Subdivision #226, lying east of Lot 1, Block 1 in 11urray bane Sixth Ad-
dition be annexed to the Village of Crystal; New Hope having adopted an ordinance
detaching same; subject to Crystal Village Acceptance and to payment of$P154.�99 -
which is equal to the sum of the assessment that property would have paid had it been
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April 26, 1955 (Continued)
in Crystal at the time of assessment. nCarried"
Motion by`Printon, seconded by Bronstad that Lot 1, Block 12 Murray Lane Sixth
Addition and the West 60t of that part of Lot 31, Auditor's Subdivision #226 lying
East of Lot 1, Block 1, Murray Lane Sixth Addition, be divided into three lots, each
75' in width facing on Maryland Avenue North, subject to annexation. 'Carried"
Motion by Headley., seconded by Bronstad that we adopt Ordinance No, 55-19 Chppter 16-16 IIS
AN aRDINANCE ANNEXING CERTAIN'LANDS TO THE VILLAGE OF CRYSTAL. Roll call vote resulted
in the following: Ayes, Printon, Evans, Bronstad, Headley and Heise; nays: none.
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we accept and place on file petition for 116
vacating alley abutting upon-Lot1b 1 thru 8, Fairview Acres, and �he Planning
GeNwAssis hold a public hearing at t e `Xak. • 17th meeting. "Carried"
el
The Planning Commission is to be instructed to hold a public hearing on May 9th at 111
8:00 P.M. on the rezoning of Lots 4 and 5 in Block 1 of Ridgewood Park Addition from
residential to multiple dwelling.
` - s
The Hennepin County Nursing repport for March 1955 was checked and will be placed on file.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve division of N 1001 of W- of South Il l"
ten acres of NEI of SW4 of Sec. 4, T-118; R.21.,except E 1201 and W 30t thereof.
"Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we give tentative approval for proposed C'_o
plat of Rollint's Addition, as submitted by Rollin Jackson, subject to standard :procedure
and subject to vacating the east one half o,f- Zene Ave. lying south of proposed plat.
"Carriedrr
Motion by P:rinton, seconded by Bronstad that we adopt Ordinance No.55-11; Chapter 160:
AN ORDINANCE TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC SAFETY BY REGULATING THE PLANTING AND CARE OF SHADE
ARID ORNP"TAL TREES, .AND GRASS PLOTS ALONG PUBLIC STREETS IN THE VILLAGE OF CRYSTAL.
Roll call vote resulted in the following: Ayes, -Heise, Printon, Evans, Headley, Bronstad;
nays: none. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve following properly verified
accounts:
H, Mortensen
Williams Hdwe.
Com, of Hwys,
Eugene Tullbane
NW Bell Tlephone
The Thomas Co.
A. T. Veit
M.H.Larkin
General & Park
Park
General
rr
"
rr
tr
rr
$392.22
J.V.Gleason
General
$ 72.45
22.41
NW Tire Co.
"
30.00
500.00
Red Owl Store
Poor
22.00
16.50
N St. Power Co.
General & park
574.76
122.15
Pfeifer & Shultz
Sp. Asmt; Bond
800.52
60.63
-F,O.Tessem
General
10.00
10.00
J.V.Gleason
rr
10.00
10.80
Eugene Alexander
"
10.00
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call -of the Chair.
Clerk--` esi t o e Counci
52
May 32 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
on Tuesday May 3, 1955 at 8:00 P.M. with the following members present: Heise, Evans.,
Headley, Printon and Bronstad4
Mirn6es of the April 26, 1955 meeting were approved as read.
Mation by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we appoint Donald Bryant to the position
of heavy equipment operator, effective Monday May 9, 1955. "Carried"
�-� This was the time set for opening bids on the fifty Monitoradios. Bids received as
follows:
Russ Grosser Hardware $1,913.50
Joe Kluz 1,950.00
3 l Motion by Evans, seconded by Printon that we table these bids until next Tuesday and
refer them to Arnold Sibet, Fire Chief.
4 /Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we authorize the Clerk to execute contract
with Northern States Power Co. for electrical service at the three lift stations.
"Carried"
'-a / Mr. Lohmar of the Northern States Power Co. suggested that request should be made now
for the. White Way at the shopping center and they would be installed by November of
December this year.
Representatives from the American Legion in Robbinsdale were present requesting use
of the village park for a carnival. A meeting will be held at 7:00 P.M. Thursday
evening May 5th with their representatives, our Park Board, Council and i1re Chief.
7 AGerald Frankson, 53rd and Jersey informed the council the dog tags are of poor
quality. He has- purchased three licenses, because the tags have been broken, vhich
resulted in the dog catcher picking up his dog. The council dedided to refund the
impounding fee of $5.00 to him.
8 Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon to approve proposed gas main extension of
Minneapolis Gas Co., Job 5-103, Idaho Avenue at 41st according to plat and diagram
thereof presented. "Carried"
9 Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans to approve request of Northern States Power Co.
to place one pole at 31st and Hampshire and two poles on Hampshire between 31st and
Lowry Avenue North. ", Carried"
Ip /Moti..on by Headley, seconded by Printon to grant permission to Northwestern Bell
Telephone Co. to place buried cable across West Broadway southeast of Bass Lake Roadq
as shown in detail on sketches presented. "Carried"
i I Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley "that we accept easement of the west thjrty • i
feet of the south one—half of Lot 13, Auditorts Subdivision #110, signed by Niles
Holding Co. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we accept and place on file petition
for sanitary sewer service on both sides of Yates from 47th to 48th, on -west side
of Yates from 48th to Fairview and on Zane from 47th to Fairview. "Carried"
I1, Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition for
sanitary sewer service on Quebec Ave. from 58th to Oregon. "Carried"
53
May 3, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we exchange $25,000 U. S. Treasury 1 1/8%
certificates, due May 17, 1955 for $25,000 2% U.S.Treasury Notdo Dated May 17, 1955,
due August 15, 1956 (Improvement No. 4 Funds) "Carried"
Mr. Enghauser wishes to detach property from Crystal to be annexed to Golden Valley. 1y�
This was referred to the Planning Commission.
The village engineer was instructed to contact Ray Jordan to fence in his excavation and �6
start filling, as there is danger to children, in the area of 31st and Welcome Avenue.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we give special permission to the Min-
neapolis Society for the Blind to sell door to door in the village. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad$ seconded by Headley that Board of Review Meeting in Village of 11Z
Crystal be set for Wednesday, July 62 1955 from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. t'Carried"
Trombley, acting president of the Planning Commission will be instructed to contact 11
members who have attended less than eight meetings to tender their resignation from
the commission so that new and active members may be appointed.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bx*nstad that we accept the bid of Richard Oil Co. 1-0
as follows:
SC bit. material delivered $0.0925
SC " at suppliers tank 0.089
MC bit. material, delivered 0.1025
MC " at supIlliert s tank 0.099
Anderson Aggregates bid for crushed gravel loaded at pit for $.80 per cu. yd; Eagle
Construction Co. for screened gravel at $.52 per cu. yd; Bury & Carlson for oplant
mix bituminous patching material at $4.80.per ton for SC and x$5.00 per ton for AC and
American Bitumuls and Asphalt Co. as -follows:
RS 2 bit. material delivered $4062 gal.
RS 2 " at supplier's tank .1025 "
SS 1 " delivered .1112
SS 1 " at suppliers tank .1075 ►' -�
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve applications of H. F. Timmons,
Tim's Drug Store for three licenses: to sell soft drinks, to sell cigarettes, and to
operate a lunch counter (soda foundtain), in the Village of Crystal from March 1, 1955
thru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we approve applications of Erickson Brothers
for three licenses: to sell soft drinks, to sell cigarettes and to operate a gas
station and four pumps in the Village of Crystal from May 3, 1955 thru Decebber 313% 1955.
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve applications of Mix's Service
for three lincenses: to sell soft drinks, to sell cigarettes and to operate a gas
station and four pumps in the Village of Crystal from January 1, 1955 thru December
31, 1955. "Carried"
2S�
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that Otto B. Ashbach be instructed to install two
manholes and two stubs on 50th Ave. North to be paid for by Brooklyn Center as per thiLir
letter May 3, 1955.
harried"
s
Attorney Hedlund ►s to peruse the ordinance on locations of greenhouses and draft an
amendment for limited commercial in residential zone.
55
May 3, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve following properly verified
accounts:
Crown Iron Works Co, Park $74,48 Marsh & McLennan General $156.19
Steirly Evans Co. General 2,50 Miller Davis Co. Sp.Asmt.Bond 16.20
Mpls Star & Tribune " 15,00 Evans, Petty Cash General & Park 24.06
Henn,Cty. Nursing -Poor 2,113.81 R.C.Dunn General _ 21.83
Wes Tom General 125.00 F.E.Nelson Co. Poor _ 21 .25
Crook & Hanley General 22,84 Panama Carbon Co, General 8.00
Mpls. Gas Co, rr 42.83 Daniel Mahoney " 82.52
Com, of Hwys. 1t 30Q.00 Am, Linen Co. 1' 16.55
Post Publ. Co. !' 145.75 Auel Equip Co. " 42.00
Crystal'Direct Serv. " 4.30 Anderson Aggreg. " 143.66
Art Peterson Garage =! 82,73 Crystal Pt,&Hdw. " 1.19
Crystal Dept. Store " 2.20 Crystal Lumber Co. rr 7.60
Midwest Cap Co, !' 7.00 Eddie & Dick " 8.00
There being no firtber business, the meeting was adjourned, sub*ect to call of the Chair,
Clerk- Presidet e uounell
1
May 10, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall an said Village
on Tuesday May 10, 1955 at 8:00 P.M., with the following members present:- Heise,
Headley, Printon, Evans and Bronstad.
1 1 P 1
Minutes of the May 3rd meeting were approved as read.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we hold a public hearing at 8:30 P.M, on 'I'I
June 7th to vacate utility easements over Lots 2, 3, 4 and 5 Block 1, Becker's Addition.
"Carriedt►
� 1
Ray Jordan appeared as per request regarding removal of dirt in the 32nd and Welcome -)3,-
area.
)3,-
area. Engineer Dunn will set amount of bond to cover excavation work.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that building permit be granted for Lot 1,
Block 1 Hanson's Addition; subject to negotiating sanitary sewer easement across said
properly. "Carried"
The clerk announced this was the time set for opening bids on the policb car, which 3 0
bids were listed as follows: ' 1
Boyer - Gilfilland $1807,05
Bob Knowles Ford Co. 1839.00
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we table the bids for the -police car until
the May 17th meeting. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we give tentative approval to MATZKEIS 3�
SECOND Addition, subject to standard procedure and subject to the receipt of certified
check in the amount of $500 to asaure vacation of the street easement. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we accept bid of Russ Brosser Hardware ��
56
May 10, 1955 (Continued)
in the amount of $1913.50 for fifty Monitoradios. "Carried"
B'� Motion by Bronstad., seconded by Headley that we approve the following proposed gas
main extensions of Minneapolis Gas Co. and approve permits to open streets to in-
stall the same in accordance- with plats and diagrams presented:
Job S-126 45th Ave. North - gest of Hampshire Ave. No.
Job S-117 34th Ave. North -,west of Xenia Avenue North Irarried"
3LA Approval was given to pay Roy Wieneke, street department truck driver for .3-,' hours,
when he was subpoenad to appear in Juvenile Court.
s Motion by Headley., seconded by Evans that we approve application of St. Raphaelt s
church for license to sell 3.2 beer, off -sale for June,'12„ 1955. "Carried"
'���Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Stanley R.
Thomas, Suburban Electric Co. for license to install, operate and maintain electric
wires, apparatus and plants in the Village of Crystal thru Dec. 31, 1955.2 "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we accept following easement signed by
L. H. Smothers and Viola E. Smothers:
Beg. at a point on the E line of Lot 48, Aud. Sub. #314, 576t south
from the NE cor. thereof; th W 15.58; th SEly to a pt. on E line of
Lot 48, Aud. Subdiv. #324, 591.51 S_from NE cor, thereof; th N along
E line of Lot 48, Aud. Subdiv.#324 to pt. of beg.
"Carried"
i
38 Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we accept the fol owing easement signed
by Albert C. Nelson and Charlotte A. Nelson:
The N231 and E60t of W62.32t lying S of N23t of Lot 13, Auditor's
Subdivision #314, tiCarried"
Motion,by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we aceept the following easement signed
by Richard Gittins and Aline M. Gittep s:
The W30t and the N23t of Lot 9, Auditor's Subdivision #314. "Carried"
140 Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we grant approval of division of parcel
#5200, plat #54108 as follows:
N 162.071 of that part of parcel 52oo lying S of 54th Ave.
S70t of N232.071of parcel 5200, attached to lot 3, block 5 Murraly,Lane 5th
S70t of N302.07tof parcel 5200, attached to lot 41 block 5, Murray Lane 5th
5701 of N372.071,of parcel 5200 attached to lot 5, block 5, Murray Lane 5ti.
S145t of N517.07t of parcel 5200
NP,901 of that parcel 5200 lying south of 53rd Ave. N,, subject to obtaining
street easements over 53rd and 54th Avenues north. "Carried"
1 Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve division of N60t of S2281 of
Lot 25, and N601 of S228t of Lot 24, in Auditors Subdivision #226; and the N601 . of
Lot 16, Block 2 -in Murray Lane 6th Addition. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that a building permit be granted for Joseph
Saunders for erection of new Crystal Furniture building. "Carried"
41/Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we approve division of W50t of N72t of
1
1
1
Lq;
May 10, 1955 (Continued)
Lot 3, Gaulkets Seocond Addition to be combined with that part of Lot 3, lying south
of the N72t thereof. ?'Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that a building permit be granted to Bond Con- N�F�
struction Co. for a Sinclair Filling Station at Crystal Shopping Center.
"Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Prinbon that a building permit be granted to C.C.Carlson y5/
Construction Co. for -addition to existing building for Ram Properties, Inc., subject
to approval of building -_inspector and fire marshal. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we give tentative approval to revised �6
proposed plat as submitted by Rollin Jackson, subject to standard procddure and subject
to vacating the east one half of Zane Ave., lying south of proposed -plat.
"Carriedtt
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we give tentative approval for proposed LA i
plat of Tract D in Registered Land Survey #66, subject to standard procedure.
(Howe property) "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we app ro a division of Lot 8, Banholzer's
Addition into the E60t from balance of said lot, sub ct to an extension of the
utility easement as located on Lot 9, and subject to establishment of road easement
across the S221 of Lot 8. "Carriedtt
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that a building permit be granted to A.J.Opitz H
for hangar construction on Lot 5-2C, Crystal Airport; subject to approval of
building inspector. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that Vie approve division of Lot 16, Auditor's SO'�
Subdivision #146 as follows:
W 1451 of N1 W 122.31 of E 152.31t of N1
W 1451 of S2 W 122.31 of E 152.32t of S "Carried"
Trustee Printon introduced the following resoloution and moved its adoption:
WHEREAS a Village Administrator has recently been appointed by the Village Council;
WHEREAS said administrator's duties include supervision of all personnel,
budgeting, financial statements, special assessment procedures and control
of official records of the village, and
WHEF.EAS certain of the above duties have in the past lbeen handled by Mrs.
Hesther Truax as special clerk and deputy clerk and by Mrs. Edith Rennie
as -office supervisor, and -
WHEREAS, Mrs. Truax and Mrs. Rennie will be responsible to the village
administrator.,
NOW
THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED:
(1)
That Mrs.
Hesther Truax
shall
and hereby is appointed is Senior
Clerk, Class 33-A ar a
salary
of $256 per month, basic classification.
(2)
That Mrs.
Edith Rennie
shall and hereby is appointed Senior Clerk,
Class 33-A at a salary
of $256
per month, basic classification.
That the
duties of Mrs.
Truax
shall include, but not be limited to
S.J
May 10, 1955 (Continued)
supervision of building permits, gas permits, plumbing permits and
electrical permits, all subject to the supervision of the village
administrator.
(4) That the duties of Mrs. Rennie shall include, but not be limited
to supervision of bookkeeping, licenses, financial statement,, budget
and appropriations accounts, all subject to supervision of the
village administrator.
The above resolution shall become effective June 1, 1955.
Trustee Evans seconded the foregoing motion, and upon vote being taken the result
was as follows: Ayes - Printon, Evans, Bronstad, Headley, Heise; ;Naves, none and
so the motion was carried. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that Donald Bryant be given the Civil Service
classification for a heavy equipment operator of 45A at $365 per month. "Carried"
15'2)'/It was decided to call in the three men certified to the Council by the Civil Service
Commission for position of plumbing inspector, sewer and water maintenance foreman
,for interview by the council at 7:30 P.M. on May 17, 1955. "Carried"
5Lf /Upon reading the letter from the Village of New Hope, attorney, Hedlund was in-
structed to contact the New Hope attorney requesting legal opinion citing his
authority as to the Village of Crystal paying for -the curb and gutterion New Hope
roadway, abutting upon St. Raphael property and in turn assessing the church.
1►Carried"
SS A meeting was set for 7:00 P.M. on May 17th with the Park Board regarding contem-
plated purchase of the lake shore property at the trailer camp for park purposes.
"Carried"
Motion by Printon,
seconded by Headley that we approve following properly verified
accounts:
"Carried"
Eddie & Dicks
General
9.00
General Trading Co.
General 56.81
A.R.Smith & Son
It
16.78
O.B.Ashbach &- Son
Sp.Asmt.Bd.29535.74
Acton Const.
Sp.Asmt.Bnnd
28696.62
Lametti & Sons
it 139125.29
NW Natl. Bank
Equip Y3
5,620.28
Wendell & NW.Inc.
General 11.50
Poucher Prtg.
it #5
41.50
C.E.Keefe
75.00
W.A.Kidder
Sp.Asmp.Bond
75.00
L.J.Gleabon
Sp.Asmp.Bd 75.00
Fire Equip. Co.
General.
9.20
Phil Schroeder
}' 20.00
Williams Hdwe.
if
25.29
Reader's Digest
1.15
Standard Oil Co.
"
246.46
Geo. Hedlund
General 278.65
Minn. Typewriter
"
17.50
Farnham's
1' 37.21
Rays DX
"
7.00
Smith Grocery
Poor 46.75
Lambie Elect.
Park
26.40
Phelps -Drake
Sp.Asmt.Bd.16779.22
"Carried?'
There being no further
business,
the meeting was adjourned, subject
to call of the
Chair.
C k
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May 17, 1955
,Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall In said Village
on Tuesday May 17th, 1955 at 8:00 P.M. with the following members present: Heise,
Headley, Printon, Frans and Bronstad. , ,
Minutes of the May 10th meeting were approved as read.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we grant permission to Northern
States Power
Co. to place one pole on Corvallis Avenues, west of Welcome Avenue.
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve following proposed gas
main ex..
5�
tensions of Minneapolis Gas Co. and approve permits to open streets to install
the same
in accordance with plats and diagrams presented:
Job S-151 34th Ave. N., west of gena Ave. North
_
Job S-14$ Gaulket s Fifth Addition
Job 5-145 Xenia Avenue North, south of Wilshire Blvd.
I�Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we accept petition for sanitary
sewer for
0
service drive along west side of Highway #52, 47th to Fairview,and place on
file.
'
"Carried"
i
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve applications of the
following
S�
for licenses to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing in the Village
of Crystal
from May 17th thru December 31, 1955;
Hoglund and Co.,
Murphy Inc.,
Delbert, P. Bruce
all subject to approval of bonds by village attorney. "Carried" /
a
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Delbert P. Bruce
for license to install, maintain, alter and repair gas piping and gas burning devices
except space heating, in the Village of Crystal from May 17th thru December 31, 1955,
subject to approval of bond by Village Attorney. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we permit the Westphal American Legion 6 1
Post #251 to hold a carnival at 36th and Highway #100 from May 24th thru May 30th, 1955.
"Carried"
Motion b Evans seconded /
y , by Bronstad that we grant permission to Bond Construction Co.
to constrict lighting towers as per plans submitted, at the Crystal Shopping Center.
"Carried"
Motion by Printon., seconded by Bronstad that we accept bid of Boyer—Gilfillan of 6 3
:1807.05 for a new squad car. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we accept and place on file petition for
sanitary sewer' service on Brunswick Ave. from 42nd to 49th Ave. north; 46th Ave. from
Adair to Brunswick Ave. and 45th Ave, from Douglas Drive to Brunswick Ave. North —
all property on both sides of above"streets. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petitidn for �S
sanitary sewer service on Byron Avenue from'West Broadway to Highway #52. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we set bond for the division of Lot 9,
T,
May 17, 1955 (Continued)
Auditorts Subdivision #31.4 at $500.00, upon recommendation of the Village Engineer.
"Carriedif
L� Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we accept following easement: The west
7.771 of the N2 of the E 25t of Lot 39s Auditor's Subdivision #324, signed by Lyle
and Barbara L. Carlson. nCarried"
b /Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve the proposed form for the bronze
plaque submitted by Pfeifer and Shultz on the Sanitary Sewer project,. "Carried"
C ^
61 -/As -per letter from the State Highway Department the clerk was instructed to forward a
certified check for an additional $2,000 to cover sanitary sewer work at 32nd and Vera
Cruz Ave. North, and a copy of the letter to be sent to,Pfeifer and Shultz. "Carriedtt
"10 Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that John T. Irving be employed for the
position of Plumbing Inspector -Sewer and Water Maintenance Foreman under the -civil
service classification of 50-A at $423 per month, effective June 1, 1955. - "Carried"
11/ Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we hold public hearing at 8:30 P.M. on
June 7th 1955 for the vacation of the ti.rn around of the N251 of the 5501 of the East
1001 of it 6, Schaefert s Lakeside Grove. Carried"
-1-y Building Inspectors Schmocks was instructed to submit plans and approximate cost of
outside basement entrance to present building, for council rooms in the basement and
engineerst offices on location of present council room.
3 /
1 Marvin Dorn and Lee Roy Wood, prospective buyers of Suburban Liquor Store were present
regarding transfer of licenses etc.
7 q Herbert E. Nimmo, 4065 Hampshire Ave. No, will be asked to appear before the council
next Tuesday evening, May 24ths regarding appointment as weed inspector.
'j S/Trustee Bronstad will contact Bob Ulrich regarding their future plans for use of
sanitary sewer at the airport, for assessment purposes. A letter will also go to
the State Highway Department.
7 b Attorney Hedlund was instructed to obtain an appraisal of the property at the Trailer
Park; then he and Mayor Heise will contact Mrs. Schaefer.
1 I f4otfon by Printons seconded by Headley that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to
execute lease with the Junior Association of Commerce for the rental of the old
Carried"
village hall, from May lst to May lst.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that the fees be returned to the on -Sale
liquor applicants and notify them that the applications will be placed on fire•.
"Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve the following verified accounts:
Pfeifer & Shultz Spec.Assmt.Bond
Crystal Super Valu Poor
Gen, Elect. Supply General
Natl. Tea Co. Poor
Firements Releif General
J,V.Gleason
NW Tire Co. "
$1497.90
Pfeifer & Shultz Sp.Asmt.Bond $1423.09
10.00
Jayfro Supply Co.
Park
10.93-
0.939.22
9.22
B.J.Carney
23.00
13.30
Faegre & Benson
Equip #5
75,00
626.81
Gaylord Penny
General
18.60
67.39
Crystal Hdwe,
tt ;
5.51
33.24
L.J.McNulty
Sp.Asmt.Bond
7435.17
r
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May 17, 1955
Trustee Bronstad introduced and moved the adoption of the dollowing resolution:
71
MUMEAS a petition of more than a majority of the owners of property
abutting on the Alley upon Lots One (1) through Eight (8), Fjrrview
Acres 'Addition, Hennepin County, Minnesota, was duly °fiIed and accept-
ed by the Village Council of �.)rjstal and
WHEREAS proof of publication and posting of notice of a public hearing
has been duly filed with the clerk and
WHEREAS a public hearing was held on said petition at the Village Hall
on Tuesdy. May 17, 1955, at 8:00 P.M, and
WHEREAS no objection to the petition appeared and it being in the
public interest that said petition to vacate said portion of the alley
be granted;
TFEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Coungtl of the Village of
Crystal, kinnesota, that the alley upon lots One (1) through Eight (8)
Fairview Acres Addition, Register of Deeds office, Hennepin County, Min-
nesota, is hereby vacated and the clerk is instructed to file a certified
copy of this Resolution with the Register of Deeds and County Auditors
Office of Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Trustee Evans seconded the foregoing motion and upon vote being taken the result
was as follows: Ayes - Printon, Evans, Bronstad, Heise and Headley; nayes, none;
so the motion was carried. 11Carried"
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the
Cha_y*-
erk Pr ?dent of the Counc'
May 24, 1955
Pursuant "to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the village hall in said village
on Tuesday May 24th at 8:00 P.M. with the followong members present: Evans, Bronstad,
Heise, Headley and Printon.
Minutes of the May 17th meeting were approved as read.
Motion By Headley, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Elmer Hartirig, $O
dba The Bungalow for license to operate a tavern in the Village of Crystal for one
year from July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956, "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Earl Paddock
dba The Paddock for license to operate a Tavern in the Village of Crystal for one
year from July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956, t'Carriedrr
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Wm. J. Brisky 97'
dba Palace Inn for license to operate a Tavern in the Village of Crystal for one
year from July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956. "Carried"
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May 24, 1955 (Continued)
WMotion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Frank Linehan
dba Linehan's Liquors for licdnse to operate a Tavern in the Village of Crystal for
one year, from July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956. "Carried"
N/Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Oren W. Hall, dba
The Log Cabin for license to operate a Tavern in -the Village of Crystal for one year,
from. July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956. ttCarried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Elmer Hartwig dba
The Bungalow to sell liquor, on sale in the village of Crystal for one year from July 1,
1955 thru June 30, 1956. ttCarried"
C Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we -approve application of Earl C. Paddock dba.
The Paddock to sell liquor, on sale in the village of Crystal for one year from July 1,
1955 thru June .30, 1956. "Carried"
g1' Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Wm. J. Brisky dba
Palace Inn to sell liquor, on sale, in the Village ofCrystal for one year from July 1,
1955 thru June 30, 1956. ?Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Frank Linehan dba
Linehant s Licuors to sell liquor, on sale, in the Village of Crystal for one year from
July 1,1955 thru June 30, 1956. ttCarried"
�9 Motion by Headley, seconded by -,,vans that we approve application of Oren W. Hall dba
The Log Cabin to sell liquor, on sale, in the Village of Crystal for one year from
July --1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956. "Carried"
10 /Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that W. approve application. of Oscar PaT.l Jor.Ps
and Vincent R. Rooney dba Community Liquor Store for license to sell intoxicating
ligaor4at 5459 W. Broadway for one year from July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956. -
G s41Q "Carried"
q i/ Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of W. E, Saarela dba
Lakeland Liquor for license to sell intoxicating liquor off -sale at 5616 Lakeland Ave. N.
for erne year from July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956. "Carriedtt
yr Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Louis R. Paulsen
dba Suburban Liquor Store for license to sell intoxicating liquor off -sale at 3359 Vera
Criz Ave. No., for one year from July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956. "Carried"
93' Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Herbert 9. Walker
and Albert A. Wahl, dba Crystal ldrnu_or Store for license to sell intoxicating liquor off
sale at 5502 Lakeland AvP. Yo,, from July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956. "Carried"
q 'Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we. approve application of Elmer Hartwig dba
The Bungalow for license to sell intoxicati.nZ liquor off sale at 6221 56fih. Ave. No.,
from July 1, 1955 thmu June 30, 1956. "Carri.edtt
q S�Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Earl C. Paddock
dba The Paddock for license to sell intoxicating liquor off sale at 5540 Lakeland Ave.
North from July 11 1955 thru June 30, 1956, "Carriedtr
`Motion by`Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Wm. J. Brisky
dba Palace Inn for license to sell intoxicating liquor off sale at 5607 W. Broadway
from July 1, 1955 thru. June 30, 1956. "Carri-edtt
bfOtm, -�by Prlrr&ea,-aconded ,by Etat that. va,'Appeove "Appli c a ti on of Frank Linehan dba
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May 2#, 1955 ((,nnt,i_nved )
Liniehant s Liquors to sell intoxicating liquor off sale at 5346 W. Broadway -from July 1,
1955 thru- June 30, 1956. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Oren W. Hall dba
Log Cabin for license to sell intoxicating liquor off sale at, 4900 W. Broadway from
July 1, 1.955 thru June 30, 1956, ttCarriedtt
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we accept the following easement:
That part of the NE --of the NW of Sec. 8; T-118; R-213 lying between
Wl..t, extensions of 53rd Ave. N as laid out., platted and dedicated in the
plat of Whitefield Addition and extending Wly to the E boundary of Murray
Lane 5thAddition and that part of the S2 of 54th Ave. N. lying between
Wly extensions of the boundaries of said S2 of 54th Ave. N. asaid out
and platted in the plat of Whitefield Addition extended Wly to rray Lane
5th Addition_ as the same appears from the plats on file and of record in
the office of the Register of Deeds in and for Hennepin County. (Assoc.Contr)
"Carriedtt
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Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we accept easement over the W30t of the l00
W2 of Lot 41 Russ Addition to Crystal Villages signed by Arnold and Viola Sibet.
"Carried It
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve the following proposed gas main dol
extension of Minneapolis Gas Co. and approve permit to open street to install sante in
accordance with plat and diagram presented:
Job S-156 Hanson Court - east of West Broadway. "Carriedtt
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we set bond for Hillerts Addition at
$250;00 for 61t stabilized gravel on Hampshire from 41st to 42nd, upon recommendation
of the village engineer. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we accept certified check in the amount
of 4250 fr6m W. Hiller in lieu of bond for Hillert s Addition. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Printon that we accept and place on file the following
petitions: I'
4 for sanitary sewer service in District No. 1
1 for S2 of NEI of NEI of Sec. 19
`4 of NE 4 of Sec. 19
S1 of SFI� of NEI- ofSed. 19
N2 of SEI of Sec. 19 all for sanitary sewer service
1 for sanitary sewer service on Unity Ave. No. and Vera Cruz Ave. No. from
Wilshire Blvd. to 56th Ave. North.
I for curb and gutter on both sides of Toledo from Wilshire Blvd. to Bass Lake
roads including half streets east and west, except on Bass Lake Road.
'?Carried tt
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Motion by Headley, seconded. by Printon that we give final approval to Hiller's Ad-, /
dition subjectito withholding building permits on Lots 1 and 6, Block 23 until
drainage is solved. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we set bond for Londer's Addition at 1,0(./
$2100.00,Iaccording to recommendation of village engineer. - Tarried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we set bond for Matzkets 2nd Addition at
$3000.00 according to recommendation of village engineer. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstads seconded by Headley that we accept $ 5000.00 bond for Matzkets- 2nd 109 �
addition, subject to approval of village attorney. "Carried"
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May 24, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bnnstad that we accept $500 certified check from Douglas
Matzke in accordance with council action of May 10, 1955 to assure vacation of 16.51
easement in Matzket s Second Addition. "Carriedtt
evealne., may 26th
1 1 o /Motion by Headley, seconded -by Bronstad that Herbert Ni omo be appointed to position
of weed inspector, effective immediately. "Carried"
I Mr. Wormsbecker appeared to eyplain proposed plat in southwest Crystal.
1 n-, Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that OstTgNnt s Seventh Addition be accept4d,
subject to standard iprveedure and final approval of Planning Commission, 'Carried"
1(3 Messrs. Teslie 3408 Noble Ave. and Lee of 3424 Noble Ave. appeared to complaint about
surface water on 35th Ave. between Zee and Noble. This area was placed on the
project with other contemplated street improvements,
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we adopt an ordinance to rezone Lots 4
and 52 Block 1 Ridgewood Park from residential to multiple dwelling. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that proposed oplat of Dundee Terrace be ap-
proved, subject to standard procedure and subject to removal of read easement over the
E 1621 of Lot 28. --t'Carried"
I (o Motion by Printon, 'seconded by Bronstad that we approve division of Lot 11, Block 1
Boulevard Acres; lying north of the S301 into three tracts; the E 1001, the W 100! and
the balance lying between the east and west 1001; be approved,,subject to utility
easement over the N51 of Lot 11, Block 1 of Boulevard Acres. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded -by Bronstad that we approve division of the N,1501 of the
W133.92 of the E937.441 of Lot 3, Auditort s Subdivision #226, into the E2 and W.D.
subject to easement for street opurposes over the N501 and S30t of -W 133.92.1 of the
E937.44t and road construction over the N30t or bond for completion of the road,
t'Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we approve division of Block 3, Kenneth H.
Swanson Addition into the N821, the S821 of the N 1,941 and that part of Block 3 lying
south of the N 164; , - / & 4 ' "Carriedtt
�► Iq Motion by Bronstad, eeconded by Headley that we, approve division of. the W581 of Lot 8
Fairview Acres from the balance of said lot; the W58t to be combined with the E81
of the vacated alley west of Lot 8. Tarriedt'
)-l-0 Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve building permit for garage
1221-from'north lot line of Lot 20, Block 4, West Lilac Terrace 4th Unit, since the
e�-sting sidewalk is placed nine feet from the lot line, rather than 12t as required
by village ordinance; the garage will be 21t from the sidewalk, allowing for parking
area between the garage and sidewalk.
17.1 (Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we give final approval to Londert S Ad-
dition., subject to standard procedure. "Carried"
1_-vMotion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve building permit for storage
building attached to present Laurent DupontFurnityre Shop. "Carried"
May 24, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we approve building permit No.
modeling at the Bungalow.
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6664 for re -
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we approve division "of E2 of %� of S 10
acres of NW of SW of Sec. 4; T-118; R-21, except E 1201 thereof and the W30t thereof
into Tracts -A. B, C, and D of Registered Land Survey. _ "Carried"
Approval of division of that part of Lot 18, Block 2 Rosedale Acres was tabled so that ��� ✓
the Council may look over the property on Thursday evening, May 26th.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we accept Quit Claim Deed over the W301 of V) -
the S89.151 of Lot 17, Auditorts Subdivision #328: signed by John and Dela Bodem. .
"Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Chas. R. Knaeblev �-I
V.F.W. Post #494 for license to operate a club, selling on sale liquor to members only
at 5222 56th Ave. North in the Village of Crystal for one year from July 1, 1955 thru
June 30, 1956. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Printon that we approve the following verified accounts:
N.S.Power Co.
General & Park
$562,51
Burton Holmes
General
$ 3.60
Grosser Hdwe.
11
73.44
John Hreha
11
2100.00
Barzen Co.
Park
105.00
City of Robbinsdale
Poor
1099.93
Fire Equip. Co.
General
92.00
City of I. nneapolis
General
5.00
Lew Bonn Co.
it
49.94
Ken Evans., Petty Cash
General
& Park 16.15
Leo Jolly
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10,00
T. N. Andresen
General
10,00
Earl Carter
10.00
N.W.Bell Telephone Co,
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113.78
"Carried"
There being no fur b:Vsinesss
the meeting
was adjourned, subject
to call
of the Chair.
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June 7, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was held at the Village Hall at 8:00
o'clock P.M. on Tuesday, June 7, 1955• The following members were present:
Bronstad, Heise, Headley and Printon and the following were absent: Evans.
The minutes of the meeting of May 24, 1955, were read and approved as read.
l The Mayor announced that the meeting was,open for the consideration of the
petition to vacate a portion of the turn around on 51st Avenue North as set out
in the published notice of hearing. After consideration of the petition, Trustee
Printon introduced the following resolution and moved its adoptions
RESOLUTION:VACATING PORTION OF STREET � 1
Resolved by the Village ouncil of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota,
that a majority of the owners of the land abutting upon the public street here-
inafter described having petitioned the Village Council to vacate that portion of
the public street hereinafter described and said matter having been placed upon
the agenda for hearing at this time and notice having been given of,this hearing
as required by statute, it now appearing to the council that it is to the best
'interest of the public, the village and the abutting property, the North Twenty -
Five (25) feet of the South Fifty (50) feet of the East One Hundred (100) feet
of Lot Six (6), Schaefer's Lakeside Grove, is hereby vacated as a public street,
-and the Clerk is hereby directed to have a certified copy of this resolution
filed in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for Hennepin County, Minne-
sota, as evidence of the completion of this proceedings and the vacating of
-said portion of said street.
Trustee Bronstad seconded the foregoing -motion and upon a vote being taken thereon
the following voted,in favor thereof:, Heise,-Bronstad, Headley and Printon and
the following voted against the same: None; whereupon said resolution was
declared duly adopted.
a / The mayor announced that the meeting was open for the consideration of the
petition to vacate Utility Easement as set out in published notice of hearing.
After consideration of the petition, Trustee Bronstad introduced and moved the
adoption of the following Resolution.-
RESOLUTION
esolution:
RESOLUTION VACATING UTILITY ELSEMCNT
Be it Resolved By the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, Hennepin
County, Minnesota, that the following described utility easement on land within
the Village of Crystal, as described below, be vacated as per petition on file
by Willow Realty Co., Inc.:
The West five (5) feet of Lots Two (2) and Three (3) and the East five (5)
feet of Lots Four (4) and Five (5), all in Block One (1), Becker's Addition.
Whereas, Vacation of Utility Easement notice having been published and due
notice of public hearing for this date having been given, the above described
utility easement is hereby vacated and the Clerk is hereby directed to have a
certified copy of this resolution filed in the office of the Register of Deeds
in and for Hennepin County, Minnesota, as evidence of the completion of this
proceedings and the vacating of said utility easement.
Trustee Printon seconded the motion to adopt the foregoing Resolution and upon
a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bronstad,
Headley, Printon and Heise and the following voted against the same: None;
whereupon said Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad, that we set bond for Sandblades 2nd
Addition at $3500.00 upon recommendation of the Village Engineer. "Carried"
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Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley, that we approve application of Ed
Quistad, The Flying Saucer, for license to sell soft drinks in the Village of
Crystal for 7 months from June 7, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
i:otion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad, that we approve application of Twin
City Novelty Co. for licenses to operate music boxes at the Princess Din-Ette,
Question Mark Cafe and at V.F.W. Post #494 for one year from July 1,1955 thru
June 30, 1956; one music box at each place. "Carried" /
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that we approve application of R.B. �3
Dewey for license to install; operate and maintain electric wires, apparatus
and plants in the Village of Crystal for seven months from June 7, 1955 thru
December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley, that we approve application of Twin I /
City Novelty Company for licenses to operate pinball machines at V.F. W.
Post #494, Princess Din Ette, Eat and Run Cafe, Question Mark Cafe, for one
year from July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956; one machine at each place. /
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that we accept the following easement l5
signed by Herman and Olga Vos:
The S 221 of Lot 8, Banholzer's Addition; also the S 101 of the N 140.5' of Lot
8 Banholzer's Addition for public utility purposes, according to the plat
thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in and
for said County. t'Carrie d"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad, that the Village accept $3500.00 bond
for SandbladeIs 2nd Addition as recommended by Village Engineer. "Carried"
\
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley, that the Village accept and place on
file for Curb and Gutter Street Improvements on abutting Blocks 1 and
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petition
2, Sandbladets Second Addition. "Carried"
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Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, the we give Final Approval on Plat
of Sandblade's Second Addition, subject to standard procedure. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon, that the Off Sale Liquor License of
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Helen L. and Louis R. Paulsen, Suburban Liquor Store, be revoked upon written
request of Louis R. Paulsen, effective June 13, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad, that we approve application of LeeRoy
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Wood and Mrs. E. M. Door, -Exclusive Liquor Store, for an Off Sale Liquor
license, effective June 13, 1955 to June 30, 1955, subject to receiving letter
of request to revoke off saleliquor license of Helen L. and Louis R. Paulsen,
by Louis R. Paulsen. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon, that we release performance bond of
Tessem Construction, Company for curb and gugter work. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad, that we approve application of Ed
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Quistad, The Flying Saucer, for license to sell cigarettes in the Village of
Crystal for seven months from June 7, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon, that we approve application of Ed
Quistad, The Flying Saucer, for license to operate a lunch counter and/or
restaurant in the Village of Crystal for 7 months from June 7, 1955 thru
Dec. 31, 1955: "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley, that we approve application of Ed
Quistad, The Flying Saucer, for license to sell soft drinks in the Village of
Crystal for 7 months from June 7, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
i:otion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad, that we approve application of Twin
City Novelty Co. for licenses to operate music boxes at the Princess Din-Ette,
Question Mark Cafe and at V.F.W. Post #494 for one year from July 1,1955 thru
June 30, 1956; one music box at each place. "Carried" /
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that we approve application of R.B. �3
Dewey for license to install; operate and maintain electric wires, apparatus
and plants in the Village of Crystal for seven months from June 7, 1955 thru
December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley, that we approve application of Twin I /
City Novelty Company for licenses to operate pinball machines at V.F. W.
Post #494, Princess Din Ette, Eat and Run Cafe, Question Mark Cafe, for one
year from July 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956; one machine at each place. /
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that we accept the following easement l5
signed by Herman and Olga Vos:
The S 221 of Lot 8, Banholzer's Addition; also the S 101 of the N 140.5' of Lot
8 Banholzer's Addition for public utility purposes, according to the plat
thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in and
for said County. t'Carrie d"
June 7, 1955 (continued)
16 Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad, that we accept the following easement
signed by Howard A. Hommes, George Mastel, Edwin'F. Heupenbecker and Veronica
Heupenbecker:
The W 301 of that part of the N 951 of the S 2.31 of the SE! of the M4
lying West of Jefferson Highway; all in Section 9,'Township 118, Range 21,
according to the government survey thereof. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad, that we approve division of Lot 18,
Block 2, Rosedale Acres, subject to easements for street purposes across
E 101 and N 301. "Carried"
g / Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon, that we accept and place on file the
following petitions for sanitary sewer service:
From 34th to 36th on Xenia, Yates and Vera Cruz Avenues North.
Adair Ave. from 45th to 47th Ave.; Zane Ave. from 46th to .7th; 47th Ave. from
Douglas Drive to Xenia Ave. North - all property on both sides of above
streets.
Rhode Island from Quebec to Quebec and Oregon.
On Lombardy Lane from Highway #52 to Douglas Drive.
On Ddair Ave. North from 43rd Ave. No. to 44th Ave. No.
Forty-third Avenue North from Douglas Drive West to Jersey Ave. No.; Edge -
wood, north and south of 43rd Ave. No.; Florida, 43rd to 44th Aves. No.;
Georgia, from 43rd north to dead end; Hampshire, 43rd to 44th Aves. No.;
Memory bane; Jersey, 43rd to 44th Aves. No.
Lakeside, Vera Cruz to Highway 52.
Fairview Avenue North, Vera Cruz to Highway 52.
47th, W. Broadway to Highway 52.
Edgewood, 53rd to 54th.
Zane Avenue North, 43rd Ave. to Crystal Village limits.
Zane Avenue North from 43rd to 16th Avenues North; 46th Avenue North - from
Zane to Yates Avenues North
Xenia Avenue North, 36th to 38th.
From the South Robbinsdale line to 36th Avenue North; from West side of Zane
to Vera Cruz and from 36th South to 34th on Vera Cruz. "Carried"
1 r Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon, that we set date for hearing on sani-
tary sewer assessment for September 28, 1955. "Carried"
Z6 /Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon, that we advertise for bids for prepara-
tion of complete assessment rolls on Sanitary Sewer Imp. #8, bids to be
opened -on June 21, 1955 at 8 otclick P.M. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that the following described laterals
be included in lateral contract to be awarded with the balance of the trunk
system in mid -summer, 1955, and that Pfeifer and Shultz be authorized to proceed
with the plans and specifications for the work:
Murray Lane Addition
Murray bane 2nd Addition
Murray Lane 3rd Addition
Cusack and Carlsons Terrace Heights Addition
Lombardy Lane, Highway 52 to Douglas Drive
Dundee Terrace Addition
Area E of Highway 52, N of and including 49th Ave. N., S of Soo bine
Tracks and W of Twin Take
Area bounded by 47th Ave. N., W. Broadway, Vera Cruz, Fairview Ave. and
Highway 52.
Area bounded by 47th Ave. N., Zane, Fairview, W. Broadway and Welcome.
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Area bounded by 47th Ave. N., Vera Cruz, S. Village Limits N of 42nd Ave.;
42nd Ave., and Brunswick Ave., including stub S.on Xenia S of
.3rd to serve Robbinsdale property.
.3rd Ave. N., Douglas to Jersey, and Jersey, 43rd to 44th.
Area N of 36th, W of Vera Cruz, S of Village Limits between 38th and
39th and E of Adair.
Zane Ave., 32 to 36•
Area bounded by Zane Ave., 36th Ave., Vera Cruz and 34th Ave. "Carried" /
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley, that the Scavenger License of Homer L.
Sheppeard be revoked for reason of continued violation. "Carried"
Trustee Bronstad introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 3
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HARING
ON SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT NO. 9
WHEREAS, the Village of Crystal has employed Pfeifer and Shultz, Engineers,
to prepare a complete plan for a sanitary sewer system to serve the village, and
WHEREAS, on June 12, 1951, the said Engineers presented a preliminary
plan and cost estimate for a sanitary trunk and interceptor sewer system, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to due notice given as required by law, the village
council met on July 13, 1951, for a hearing on the proposed improvement and
after hearing all parties interested therein determined to construct sewer
interceptor lines and pressure main and mains, the same to be a part of the
sanitary sewer system of the village, and direct the Engineers to prepare the
necessary plans and specifications for the making of said improvement, and
WHRFAS, said plans and specifications were prepared and the village received
bids for the construction of the said interceptor andtrunk sewers and laterals
and also laterals to serve the area of the village which lies between the limits
of the Village of Golden Valley and the City of Robbinsdale, and east of trunk
highway No. 100, and
W11REAS, under the plans prepared by said Engineers provision was made
for the construction of additional trunk mains and lateral sewers during the
year 1955 and subsequent years, and
'WMREAS, the council has determined that it is for the best interests
of the village to proceed with the construction of said improvement in accord-
ance with said plans, and
WHEREAS, the village attorney has advised that a new hearing must be had
for the making of portions of said improvement which were not ordered within
six months after the date of said hearing on July 13, 1954,
NOW, TIE RZFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Villgge of
Crystal, Minnesota, as follows:
T 1. It is hereby determined that it is necessary for the village to proceed
with the construction of sanitary sewer, interceptor lines and pressure
main and mains to serve the entire area of the Village and to construct lateral
sewers, all in accordance with the plans and specifications prepared by Pfeifer
and Shultz, Engineers, and on file in the office of the Village Clerk.
2. It is further determined that the trunk mains shall be installed as
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June 7, 1955 (continued)
provided in the plans and specifications and the.plan attached as Exhibit "A" to
the report of the Engineers dated June 12,1954, the cost thereof to be assessed
against the entire area of the village in accordance with the benefits to be
received by the several lots therein and to construct laterals to serve various
portions of the village which will immediately need such sewer service, the
cost thereof to be assessed against property abutting upon or lying within
one-half block or 300 feet, whichever is less, of the street in which the said
sewer laterals are to be constructed.
3. The village clerk shall cause notice to be given by publication as
required by law that the council shall meet at the Forest School on Wednesday,
the 13th day of July, 1955 at 8:00 o'clock P.M., for a public hearing on the
proposed imp vement .
4. It is hereby determined that the estimated cost of the portion of
said sanitary sewer improvement which will be constructed during the year 1955
is $1,250,000.00. Said portion of said sanitary sewer shall be hereafter
described as Sanitary Sewer Improvement No. 9.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Trustee Printon, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor
thereof: Heise, Printon, Bronstad and Headley and the following voted against
thesame: none; whereupon said resohtion was declared duly passed and adopted.
arf ," Trastee Headley introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FCR PUBLIC HaRING
ON STREET 1HPROVEMENT PTR -B
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota
that the Council shall meet at the Council Chambers in the Village Hall in said
Village on Tuesday, the 21st day of June, 1955 at 8:30 P.M. for the purpose
of considering and taking action upon the improvement of certain areas VL thin
the corporate limits of the Village by the constructionof curb and gutter,
sidewalk, grading and graveling, oil stabilization, dust prevention and inci-
dental construction work reasonably necessary in the making of said improvements,
and that all of said improvements approved by the Council will be consolidated
as Street Improvement No. PIR -B; and the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed
to give notice of such meeting by publication for two (2) weeks in the official
Villag6 newspaper.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Trustee Bronstad, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor
thereof: Heise, Printon, Bronstad and Headley and the following voted against
the same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad, that we approve following pro per7y
verified accounts:
NW Nat'l Bk of Mpls PIR
41.3.53
First Nat'l Bk ofMPls.
SpecAsmtRes
401.20
NW Nat'l Bk of Mpls.
It it "
3609.60
NW Nat'l Bk of Mpls.
EQuip#4 RES
171.00
Arnold Sibet
General
48.00
Robert C. Dunn
General
15.45
Mpls. Gas Co.
General
18.30
Post Publishing Co.
General
156.75
Crystal Standard Service Gen.
21.00
Merry Hill Kennels
General
325.00
Fred R.E. Nelson Co.
poor
42.65
NW Nat'l Bk of Mpls SpecAsmtRes 13,74$.32
NW Nat'l Bk of Mpls PIR
41.3.53
Richard Jewett General
100.00
American Linen General
16.55
Gerald Frankson General
5.00
Franklin Creamery Poor
5.70
American Pub.Wks Assn General
2.00
Carls Superior "400" General
24.42
Register of Deeds . General
1.00
A.Y.McDonald Mfg. General
20.48
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Trustee Printon introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION CLOSING RAILROAD CROSSING APPROACH
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Highway Department has requested the Village Council
for permission to close the railroad crossing approach from the Easterly side
of Trunk Highway 52 to the ungraded -half street just north of the Soo Line
Overhead Bridge, referred to as S.P. 2721 (T.H. 52), said crossing said to be
becoming increasingly dangerous for Crystal occupants.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED By the Village Council of Crystal, Minnesota,
that the above described railroad crossing approach shall be and is hereby
ordered closed.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Trustee Headley, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor
thereof: Heise, Printon, Bronstad and Headley and the following voted against
the same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call
of the Chair.
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Ruffridge-Johnson Equip.Co.Inc.
General
20.21
Wm.H.Ziegler Co.,Inc.
Gen.
203.68
Crystal Motors
it
10.90
Lee Electric Co.
if
41.34
Crystal Paint & Wallpaper Co.
It
15.45
Crystal Hardware
If
9.27
Andresen Plumbing
'!
116.83
Goodyear Serv. Stores
"
116.15
Mpls. Star and Tribune
"
45.00
G.E. Electric Supply
It
2.30
Crook and Hanley, Inc.
26.99
Gardner Hdwe Co.
Park
45.33
Lyle Signs, Inc.
'.'
160.25
Blacktop Service Co.
"
28.50
Bob Knowles Ford Co.
"
15.97
Russ Grosser Hdwe
'! 1913.50
Standard Oil Co.
it
545.01
U.of Minn. Dentistry
Poor
14.25
Arnold Sibet
It
150.00
Transport Clearings
Gen
13.86
Larsen-Emholtz Motors
it
3.61
Elliott Auto Supply
Gen
27.60
Farnham's
If
7.20
Fire Equipment Co.
Gen
9.50
Haldeman -Homme, Inc.
Park
434.00
Williams Hdwe Co.
Gen
71.31
"Carried"
Trustee Printon introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION CLOSING RAILROAD CROSSING APPROACH
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Highway Department has requested the Village Council
for permission to close the railroad crossing approach from the Easterly side
of Trunk Highway 52 to the ungraded -half street just north of the Soo Line
Overhead Bridge, referred to as S.P. 2721 (T.H. 52), said crossing said to be
becoming increasingly dangerous for Crystal occupants.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED By the Village Council of Crystal, Minnesota,
that the above described railroad crossing approach shall be and is hereby
ordered closed.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Trustee Headley, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor
thereof: Heise, Printon, Bronstad and Headley and the following voted against
the same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call
of the Chair.
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June 14, 1955
Pursuant to due call and ntoice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was held at the Village Hall at 8:00
otclock P.I,i. on Tuesday, June 14, 1955. The following members were present:
Bronstad, Heise, Healley,Printon and Evans.
The minutes of the meeting of June 7,1955 were read and approved as read.
�.� Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon, that we set bond for Twin Lake Manor
Addition at $6,000.00, as recommended by the Village Engineer. "Carried"
T7 /Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad, that approval be granted for division
of Lot 16, Auditor's Subdivision No. 314 into the E 61.821 of the S 1361'
from the balance of said lot, subject to street easement over the North 231
of said Lot 16. "Carried"
19/ Notion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that approval be granted for division
of South 2/5 of Lot 1, Auditors s Subdivision No. 110 into the E. 132.001 of
the N. 110.661 of the S. 251.321 from the balance thereof. "Carried"
2�Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon, that approval be granted for division
of S. 701 of the N. 506, of the E. 659.91 of the N -J,' of the N of Section 5;
T-118; R-21; into the E. 3301 and the W. 329.91, subject to street easements
over the E. 301, W. 30t and W. 601 of the E. 360, thereof. (Wanless Property)
IrC arrie dtt
3 d Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad, that we set Bond for Hillcrest Addition
at x¢1000.00, as recommended by the Village Engineer. "Carried"
(� Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley, thatFinal Approval be granted for
Hillcrest Addition (Lyle Carlson), subject to revision of plat showing 45
Avenue and removal of utility easement over said avenue; subject to standard
procedure. "Carried"
2/ Idotion by Headley, seconded by Printon, that we set Bond for Ostmant s Seventh
Addition at $20,000.00, as recommended by the Village Engineer. "Carried"
W3 Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad, that we accept Bond for $500.00 for Lot
9, Auditor 1 s Subdivision No. 311. "Carried"
3 (4 /Notion by Printon, seconded by Bm nstad, that approval be granted for division
of the N. 59t of Lot 22, from the balance of said lot, and the N. 591 of the
111 of Lot 21; the W. 301 of the E. 411 of Lot 21, subject to private 51
easement over the S. 51 of the N. 64t of the E. 1 -It of Lot 21; the S. 51 of
the N. 641 of the E. 5t of the N. 59t of Lot 22; all in Block 5 of Kensey Manor.
"Carried"
�S Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans, that approvalof building permit for
Dental Building for Dr. John Gosche be given, subject to standard procedure.
"Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley) that approval of building permit for
alteration of garage at 3334 Zane Avenue North be given, subject to standard
procedure. (due to misunderstanding in lot line, it becomes necessary to
alter garage to conform with lot line, removing 21 from the garage to allow
11; t clearance from side lot line) . "Carried"
-:�1 Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that approval be granted for division
of that part of the N. 1501 of S. 906.31 of S4 of Nw", lying Ely of Great
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Northern Right of way and westerly of U.S. Hwy #52, except roads, as per
following description:
All that part of the SEI of the NW4 of Sec. 9; T-118; R-21 described as
follows: Beg. at the pt. of intersection of NELy right of way line of
G.N. Ry. with a line drawn parallel with and dist. 756.31 N of S line of
said S4 of Mi'�--; th running E parallel with S line of said SE -1 4 NW -14
N
a distance of 3001 to actual pt. of beg. of tract of land to be described;
Th continuing E parallel with S line of said SE4 of NWS 312.81 more or
less, to a pt. which is 601 W of Sally r/w line of St. Trunk Hw,y #52 and
218, as measured along a line parallel with S line of said SE' of NW,;
thence deflecting to left 105°391 and running NWIy parallel with the SW1y
r/w line of said State Trunk Hwy #52 and 218 a distance of 43.91; thence
deflecting to the left 200 81 and continuing Nally parallel with said SWly
r/w line 133.281 more or less, to a point in a line drawn parallel with
and 906.31 N of the S line of said SE4 of NWS said point also being 601
W of the Sally r/w of State Tr. Hwy. #52 and #218 as measured along a line
parallel with.the S line of said SL of NW-; th running W parallel with
the S line of said SES,, of NW; 223.931, more or less, to a point in a
line erected perpendicular to the S line of the tract herein described
from the actual point of beginning; th running S along said perpendicular
line 1501 to the actual point of beginning. "Carried"
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Notion by Headley,.seconded by Printon, that tentative approval for proposed
plat of Westbrook Addition be given, subject to 30' easement for drainage and
sewer on East edge, north of Valecrest. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Headley, that
Company for an Electrical License for the
31, 1955.
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we approve application of F.N. Hurd - °J
period of June 14, 1955 to December
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans, that we approve application of Macklin y.o /
Olsen Plumbing for a Plumbing License for the period of June 14, 1955 to
December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that we accept Easement of Lawrence W. 4 1 �
and Marjorie NI. Forslin for the North 30 feet and the East 10 feet of Lot 18,
Block 2 of Rosedale Acres, according to the plat thereof on file and of record
in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for said County. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad, that we accept and place on file the
following petitions for sanitary sewer service:
49th, Vera -Cruz to Highway 52.
.8th, West Broadway to Highway 52.
Alley between Penia and Yates between 48th and 49th Avenues. "Carried"
Discussion was held on possibility of obtaining park grounds Eqst of Highway 3 /
52 and North of Bass Lake Road.
hiction by Bronstad, seconded by Printon, that we issue a building permit to 4 -
Time Savers, Inc., subject to engineer's plans and specifications on trunk
sewer installation and subject to granting of easement. "Carried"
Mxtt= Saturday morning, June 25, 1955 at 10:00 A.K. was date set for inter- 4 S
views with three top applicants for position of Assistant Village Engineer.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that we approve the following verified
accounts:
Byron W.McCullagh ' General 1938.25
L.J. McNulty, Inc. SpecAsmtBond 26,113.18
Lametti and Sons It 137,192.60
Otto B.Ashbach It 30,301.19
Register of Deeds General 3.00
Crystal Elec tric General 7.50
Lee -Bo Office Supply General 22.75
Hall,Smith & Hedlund General 200.00
Lester Albrecht General 25.00
Phelps -Drake SpecksmtBond 16,055.57
Acton Cons. " 5,679.79
Armco drainage General 104.79
Plunicipal Year Book Gen. 10.00
Hiller -Davis Co.SpecAsmt. 6..00
Robert Dunn General 5.50
Anderson Bros. General .58
"Carried"
subject to the
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned,
call of the chair.
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June 21, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was held at the Village Hall at 8:00
o'clock P.M. on Tuesday, June 21, 1955. The following members were present:
Bronstad, Heise, Headley, Printon and Evans.
The minutes of the meeting of June 14, 1955, were read and approved as read.
At 8 P.M. bids were opened on Assessment Roll Preparation.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we table bids until June 28; 1955.
"Carried"
�1 l At 8:30 P.M. Public Hearing on PIR -B Improvements was held.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley, that a Resolution be drawn up authorizing
P.I.R.-B Improvements be made. "Carried"
'-} Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad, that we accept and place on file the
following petition for sanitary sewer service:
51st Ave. from Toledo to Quail and North on Quail to serve property
East of Quail between 51st and Bernard. "Carried"
41� / Motion by Evans, seconded by Headley, that we approve the following transfers:
Transfer from Improvement No.
2% Clerical:
Job #5401
57.37
#5406
75.99
#5410
110.19
#5411
143.62
#5420
37.71
$72V.7$
7 to General Fund
Transfer from P.I.R. to General Fund
2% Clerical:
Blacktop A 3160.44
Job #5401
Job #5406
Job #5410
Job #5411
Job #5420
50 / Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that
Chas. A. Weingart, dba Cias. A. Weingart Co.
June 21, 1955 to December 31, 1955.
$721.99
$1911-97
7p Engineering: �1
}� 206.78
265.96
385.67
502.68
132.00
$71-487X9
7% Engineering:
Blacktop A 561.55
"Carried"
we approve Plumbing License for
for a period of 6 months from
"Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans, that we approve applications of Automatic
Piano Co. for licenses to operate music boxes at Sully's Diner, LogjCabin,
Palace Inn and Linehan's Liquors, one at each place for the period of July 1,
1955 to June 30,1956. "Carried"
s ti 11°lotion by Headley, seconded by Beunstad, that we approve the application of
Automatic Piano Co. for a license to operate a pinball machine at the Palace
Inn for the period of July 1, 1955 to June 30, 1956. "Carried"
�3 Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans, that we approve the application of J.C.G.
Hoffman, dba Hoffman's Electric Service, for an electrical license for the 6
month period of June 21, 1955 to December 31, 1955. "Carried"
/Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad, that the Village accept the streets
in Murray Lane 5th Addition as recommended by the Village .engineer. "Carried"
S!9"' Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans, that the $4500.00 bond of Associated
Contractors, Inc. for the streets in Murray Lane 5th Add. be released as
(SEE PAGE 75)
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Trustee Printon introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption.
WHEREAS, the Village Council hes hereto fore adopted a Resolution fixing
the time and place of meeting to consider the adoption of a Resolutionto
make certain improvements within the Village by construction of curb and
gutter, sidewalk, grading and graveling, oil stabilization and dust preven-
tion upon certain streets all as more specifically described in the notice
of hearing in connection with said improvements, pursuant to the provisions
of Chepter 398 of the Laws of Minnesota, 1953, and
WHEREAS, Notice of said meeting has been given to all property owners
whose property may be assessed therefore, by publication thereof in a manner
required by law, and
WHEREAS. All parties interested in said improvements have appeared and
the Village Council has heard and considered all objections in regard thereto,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED By the Village Council of the Village of
Crystal, Minnesota, as follows:
1. It is hereby found necessary and hereby determined to improve the
following areas within the corporate lii,Lta if the Village of Crystal:
Job No. 5521: Abutting Blocks 1 and 2, Sandblade's 2nd Addition.
B. Sidewalk
Job No. 5501: N. side 47th Ave. N., Douglas Drive to Forest School property.
C. Gradin and Graveling
Job No. 5427: 38th Ave. N., Douglas Drive to W. Village Limits.
Job No. 5507: Yates Ave. N., 34th Ave. to N. line of Lots*10 and 17,
Block 2, Rosedale Acres; 3Lath Ave. N., Xenia to Zane.
Job No. 5508: Hampshire, 47th to 46th.
D. Oil Stabilization
Job No. 5512: 47th Ave., N. z, Highway #52 thru Orchard Ave.
Job No. 5516: Valley Place, Louisiana to Jersey.
A.
Curb and
Gutter
Job
No. 5510:
Both sides of N. 2 of Georgia
Ave. Between 42nd and 43rd
Ave. N.; S. side of 43rd Ave.
z block E. and W. of Georgia;
abutting Lots 1 thru 8, Ostman's 2nd Add. and Block 1,
Ostman's Add.
Job
No. 5511:
W. side of Jersey Ave. N. and
N. and S. sides of 30th Ave.
N.2 block W. of Jersey Ave.
in Ridgewood Park 2nd Add.
Job
No. 5517:
E. and W. side of Toledo Ave.
N. from Wilshire Blvd. to
Bass Lake Road; N. side Wilshire
Blvd. abutting Matzke's
2nd Add.
Job No. 5521: Abutting Blocks 1 and 2, Sandblade's 2nd Addition.
B. Sidewalk
Job No. 5501: N. side 47th Ave. N., Douglas Drive to Forest School property.
C. Gradin and Graveling
Job No. 5427: 38th Ave. N., Douglas Drive to W. Village Limits.
Job No. 5507: Yates Ave. N., 34th Ave. to N. line of Lots*10 and 17,
Block 2, Rosedale Acres; 3Lath Ave. N., Xenia to Zane.
Job No. 5508: Hampshire, 47th to 46th.
D. Oil Stabilization
Job No. 5512: 47th Ave., N. z, Highway #52 thru Orchard Ave.
Job No. 5516: Valley Place, Louisiana to Jersey.
June 21, 1955
E. Dust Prevention
Job No. 5506•a: W. Louisiana, Hill Place to Valley Place.
E.2 Hampshire, Hill Place to S. line, Whitehill's Addn.
Job No. 5506 b: 51st Ave., Highway 52 to Quail.
Job No. 5506 c: 54th, Douglas to Murray Lane 5th Addn. and cross streets
z block N. and S.
Job No. 55o6 d: Elmhurst, Bass Lake Road to 60th; Hampshire, Bass Lake
Road to 59th; Dudley, Elmhurst to Hampshire; 58th,
Elmhurst to Hampshire; Cloverdale, Elmhurst to W.
Broadway; 57th, Elmhurst to Hampshire; Brentwood,
Elmhurst to Hampshire. 59th, Elmhurst to Hampshire.
Job No. 5506 e: 36th Ave., Douglas Drive to W. Village Limits.
Job No. 5506 f: 53rd Ave., Douglas to 14urray Lane 5th Add. and 2
blocks N. and S. - 2nd Treatment/
Job No. 5506 g: 46th Ave., Douglas to Hampshire - 2nd Treatment
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2. That said improvements shall be made under the provisions of
Chapter 398 of the Laws of Minnesota, 1953, and for financing purposes
shall be consolidated with other improvements a s Street Improvement P. I. R. - B.
3. That the entire cost of said improvement, including the cost of en-
gineering, interest during construction and necessary incidental expenses shall
be assessed against the property benefitted by said improvement, whether the
property abuts upon the improvement or not. based upon the benefits received.
4. The Village Engineer is hereby directed to prepare the necessary
plans and specifications for the makin(~ of said improvements and to file
the same in the 'office of the Village Clerk.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded
by Trustee Headley and upon a vote,being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Heise, Bronstad, Headley, Evans, and Printon and the
following voted against the same: none; whereupon said Resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted by more than a two thirds vote of the
Council.
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recommended by the Village Engineer.
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that we approve the application of
Raymond H. Muller, Maple Lake Appliance, Maple Lake,Piinn. for a plumbing license
for the 6 month periof June 21, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Printon, that the resignation oflirs. Edith Rennie
be accepted. "Carried"
Lotion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley, that the following officers in the Fire
Department be accepted, as recommended by the Crystal Fire Dept., for a period
of one year starting July 1, 1955:
Arnold Sibet
Chief
Joe Kluz
Asst. Chief - South
Burton Holmes
Asst. Chief - North - -
Harold Ahrens
Captain - North
Wes Tonn
Captain - North
Frank Gaulke
Captain - South
Robert Brandt
Captain - South
LeRoy Falk
_ Drill Master
Archie Reid
Fire ifarshal "Carried"
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I•Totion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad, that the Administrative Assistant
be authorized to certify the Village of Crystal Poor Relief Expenditures for
the years of 1952, 1953 and 1954 to the Hennepin County Amditor for a refund
authorized by law. "Carried"
Motion b� Printon, seconded by Headley, that we approve the following verified
accounts:
Pfeifer- and Shultz SpecAsmtBond
Pfeifer and Shultz it
Wendell -Northwestern General
H.A. Rogers Co. if
�ie-s Tonn It
Merry Hill Kennels "
1donarch C1ng.Chemicals "
2782.15
Petty Cash General
18.97
1945.87
L.R. Paulsen General
100.00
5.25
Della Hanson Park
17.22
5.10
Northwestern Tire Co. Gen
21.25
126.19
Marsh & McLennan Park
3.83-
295-25
Smith's Grocery Poor
46.75
2.00
Parkview Hospital Poor
229.50
"Carried"
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the
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June 28, 1955
pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Codtacil of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was held at the Village Hall at 8100 P.il. on
Taesday, June 28, 1955. The following members were presents Bronstad, Heise,
Frinton, Headley and Evans.
j The Mayor announced that the meeting was open for introducing of Resolution which
(oo the Village Council had previously discussed.
Trustee Printon introduced and moved the adoption of the fo3.1&wing Resolutions
RESCIUTICK SETTING P01ICX Cis' CRYSTAL VILIAGE Cif FUTURE
. APPLICATIONS FCR -LIQUOR LICENSES.
'EUM, The Village Council of the Village of Crystal has in past issued a
number of off --sale and on -sale liquor licenses and,
XZREAS, awiie the licensees have operated their businesses
so as- to be a credit to the Crystal business community, and
WHEREAS, applications have been forthcoming for off -sale licenses to be located
outside of the main commercial area of the Village, and
WAS, the Council feels that before issuing such licenses a policy statement
is necessary so as to protect the applicant, the community and the Village.
NCW, THEMORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that it is the sense of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal that henceforth all applications for liquor licenses, on and
off -sale, or both, but not including old licenses or reissuance of same, shall be
refused until a new Federal census is recognized, however it is understood that the
Council does not in any way waive its fundamental legal right to pass on each ap.
plications notwithstanding the above.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded by Trustee.
Frans, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof; Heise,
Printon, Bronstad, Headly and Evans; and the following voted against this am: none'v
whereupon said resolution was declared coaly passed and adopted. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that approval be granted for the division of
the E821 of Lot 2, Block 2 of Robbinsdale Home Gardens, Third Addition frm the bal.
6 / i ahce of - said_ lot and E821 of S521 of Lot 3, Block 3, West Lilac Terrace from the
balance of said lot; the_combiniug of_ said divided portions, subject to street ease-
ment over the E221 of the E82t of Lot 2, Block 2 Robbinsdale Home Gardens 3rd Addition
and the E821 of the S641 of Lot 3, _Block 3 West Lilac Terrace. and placing in escrow
funds for street construction, amount to be_ _determined, by the Village Engineer.
"Carried"
tMotion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted for division of that
(W -part of Lot 10, Block 2 Rosedale Acres lying west of the E301 and.east of the W10t into
the N2 of the El, S2 of the E2,the S35t of the * and the balance thereof.
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve division of 1A2 of that part of
/Lot 11, Block 2 Rosedale Acres lying W of B501 and E of W 10t into the N351 and caor-
(03 biasing with the S551 of IA2 of Lot Se,, the S70f of the N 105, -of Wj of Lot ll, Block 2
Rosedale Acres; the_S21.86t to -be combined _with division of Lot 12, Bleck 2 Rosedale
acres, as proposed. _ "Carried"
6 Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve division of Lots 12 and 15 and
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and S21.86t of Lot 11, all in Block 2 Rosedale Acres, as proposed by Mr. Range.
"Carried►►
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that redivisi.on of Dots 47 and 48, Auditort s
Subdivison #324 (Smotherts property) 42nd and Florida Avenue North on waiver of side- 6 S�
yard setback provisions be approved, subject to submitting certificate of survey.
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve division of S901 of Lot 8,
Block 4 Rosedale Acres from balance of said lot, subject to street easement over the 66
S50' thereof. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Headley that we accept easement of Nellie M. Baumgardner
for that portion of Tract U, Registered Land Survey No. 221 abutting upon Tracts A
through H of Registered Land Survey No. 221„ according to the plat thereof on file
and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for County of Henspin, '67
• "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we accept easement of Thorvald Eck -res
Stanley V. Foss and Linnea Foss for the N 10t and W22' of Lot i, Block 3 Gardendale 6 ��
Acres; according to plat thereof on file and_of record in the office of the Register
of Deeds in and for said Hennepin County. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad that we accept easement of John M. Gosche and
Geraldine M. Gosche for the E351 of Lot 23, Glenwood Manor, except the S 1301 thereof 6,
according to the plat `thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of
Deeds in and for said Hennepin County. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we accept easement of Anna E. Johnson and
Isidor Johnson for the S25t of the W300' and the E 15t of the W30t of the N 120tlof
the S 1451 of that part of -lot S, Schaeferts lakeside -Grave, according to the Govern_
ment survey thereof. _ _ "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Rents Bowling,
6406 56th Ave. N, for liemse to_ operate 10 bowling alleys in the Village Qf Crystal 71 /
from June 28, 1955 thru December 31, 1955. Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve application of Elmer Harting,
the Bungalow for license to operate a music box for one year from July 12 1.955 7a-
thzu. June 30, 1956. 'Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we approve applications of Snyderts Drug
Stores, Inc., Crystal Shopping Center, for the following licenses from dune 28, 3.955 73 �
thru December 31, 1955; Iunch Counter, cigarette; 3.2 o;'Ef sale beer and soft drinks.
"Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we approve applications of R. E. Awe for
licenses to operate two pinball machines and one music box at the Paddock from July 1 74ZI-11
1955 thra June 30, 1956. 'Carried" -
_2
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that we deny application of Kett s Bowling
Alleys for license to sell 3.2 beer off sale in the Village of Crystal tram June 28, psi
1955 thru December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve application of Ken's Bawling
Alleys for license to operate a tavern for one year from July 1, 1955 thra June 30, 1956.7b
Tarried"
June 28, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Bro�ta�seseconded
j�une28,a19� that
thru Decemberv3l,application of Arthur. T�rTho:apson
7 7 1 for plumbing
r for
Motion by Evans, seconded by Headley that we approve application of; Norman w 'Carried"
8 / ine
piing license froth June 28, 1955 thra Dec. 31, 1955.
Motion by Frinton
seconded by toarapplication
-7 y dba The st#on ark Cafe forcense to operate tavern 3n the Village of Crystal
""Carried"
Froin. July 1, 55 thru June 300 1956.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve application of Leeroy Wood
g o / and Marvin C. Dorr f or off -sale liquor license in the Village of Crystal from,
Jury 1j,
1955 thru June .30, 1956.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that the off -sale liquor license application of
Louis R. Paulsen be denied by reason of Resolmtion adopted by Council on June �2 Tarried
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that we approve applications of LeeRoy Wood and
8Zl Marvin Dorr, Suburban Liquor Store for the following licenses for 6j months from
Jupe 13, 1955 thru Decamver 31, 1955: Cigarette, 3.2 beer off -sale and soft drinks.
'Carried"
Motion b Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve applications tf the Vulcan
83 / Frolics for the follwi.ng licenses for three days from July 29, 1955 thrti July 31,
1955: Sell cigarettes, sell 3.2 beet off. -sale., sell soft drinks, operate a lunch
counter and operate a carnival. ""Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans that we approve Bingo, Permit at Vulcan Frolics
for three days from'
July 29, 1955 thru 3iul?y k, 1955. 'Carried""
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we approve fo7loving proposed gas
8S/ main extensions of Minneapolis Gas Company:
Job 5-211 Zane Avenue North - South of 49th avenue North
Job 5-213 Hampshire Avenue North and. 61st Avenue North
B(,Trustee Printon introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
MHEREAS Lot 1, Parcel 2002 9urmybrook Acres was assessed'on they
Basis of 193.831 and
WMWAS this computation was incorrect.. and should have been cctgited
on the basis of 49.33t s
Now THEREran BE iT RESOLVED that the County Auditorts office be in..
• stracted to correct thier certification on Grad. & Stab,#4'and cancel
the amount of $130.05, and be it further resolved that the Clerk send
a certified copy to the Auditorts office.
The motion foi the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was daly sebonded by
Bronstad and upon votw being taken thereon the following -voted in favor thereof:
Heise, Printon, Bronstad, Headley and Evans and the follosdng voted against the
same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared daly passed and adopted.
Tarried2
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon that we authorize refund of $317.86 to
�7 L. Tai. Liddicoat to correct error made in figuring his assessable footage on Grad.
1
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June 283, 1955 (Continued
and Stab. #4 on W 752 of Lot 1, 5unnybrok Acres. "Carried"
Trustee Headley introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption: 88
W EREAS Lot 13, Block 2 8bsedale Acres was assessed on the basis of
;171.861 and
MEAS this computation was incorrect, and should have been compla.ted
on the basis of 126.861
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED That the County Auditorts office be in-
structed to correct their certification on Grad. & Stab #4 and cancel
the amount of X40.50 and be it farther resolvedc that the Clerk send a
certified oopy.to the Auditorls office.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was daly seconded by Bronstad
and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Evans,
Printon, Bronsfad and Headley and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon
said Resolution was declared daly passed and adopted. "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we authorize refand of $42.52 to Arthur$' 90 0
Range to correct error made in figuring his assessable footage on Grad. & Stab. #4,
on Lot 13, Block 2 Rosedale Acres. "@arriedll-
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that we aazthorize advertisement for bids for q� i
1955 street improvements, bids to be opened on July 122 1955 at 9:00 P.M.
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that we approve Village of Brooklyn Center 92--,
sewer connection plans as per blueprints on file. '"Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Printon that bid of Workman Service Co. in the amount 93 /
of $1985.00 for Assessment Roll ,'reparation be accepted. _ '"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that salary of Weed Inspector be set at $1.25
per hoar, plus $.072 per mile mileage. 'Carried".
Motion by Printon, seconded by Brc2nstad that a Public Hearing on Petition filed for
vacating the alley'abatting upon Lots 10, Up 129 13, 149 15 of Russ Second Addition 1rs
be held on July 19, 1955 at 9:317 P.M. at the Village Hall. 'Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Headley that the Village Office petty cash Hund be in- S6 /
creased from $50,00 to $75.00,` "Carried"
Motion by Printon, seconded by Headley that we approve following properly verified accoantsa
Fire Equi Co. General $499.50 Clover Leaf Creamery Poor i $ 10.80
NW Bell Telephone it 114.68 NS Power Co, Gen. & park 593.45
V of Brooklyn Gen. SF,A.Bond 750.00 Reg, of Deeds General 8.65
Forest Gibbs Park 20.00 Black Top Service " 42,50
Leage of Minn, General 3,00 Thomas , Co.
Richard Oil Co. " 1159.41 C,L.Ammerman " 27.87
John Irving " 31.180 _
There being no farther business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call of
the Chair,
AT T
-Preside4t of t1he ounce
gfClerk
(For July 5 minutes - see page 84)
® (July 6th special meeting - seed page 83
Y
Purusant to due call and notice thereof a .regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was held at the Village Hall at 8:00 p. M. on
Tuesday, July 12, 1955• The following members were present: Bronstad, Heise,
Printon, Headley and Evans.
Minutes of July 5 meeting read and approved as read.
Bill Schoell of Pfeifer & Schultz Engineering Firm appeared and discussed the
pending sewer construction in the Village of Crystal.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that tentative approval be granted for
�l proposed Munnts Addition, subject to standard procedure, as recommended by the
Planning Commission. "Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that the council DENY a building permit
} / for an "L" shaped garage, 481 x 24t at 3015 Florida Ave. North, since iti
v" is ;the opinion of the Planning Commission that the use would be classed
as commercial. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that final approval be granted for Kraftts,
i Addition subject to standard procedure, as recommended by the Planning Copdssion.
including"storm sewer and drainage easement and filing petition for roadway. "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that tentative approval be granted for
Winnetka Terrace Addition as recommended by the Planning Commission, with 22
acres known as lots 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, Block 17,
don&ted for a Village Park. "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that tentative approval be granted
for the division of part of Lot 18, Schaefer's Lakeside Grove, owned by C. M.
i Hanson and the Village of Crystal, as proposed, as recommended by the Planning
Commission. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by :vafis that building permit #6873 be granted for
✓ a hangar building on Lot -9F at the Crystal Airport, as recommended by the
planning commission. "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that approval be granted for the division
of Lot 32 Glenwood Manor as follows:
Subject to a street easement over thB E301 and the S301 of Lot 32
Glenwood Manor; said Lot 32 may be divided into two parts, one on
each side of a line drawn parallel to the E line of said Lot 32,
and 120* JW of the W boundary of said easterly street esse_;�ent; no building
permits to be issued on the West 129b of the E 1591 until 41st Ave. No. and
Colorado are constructed. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we accept the following described
easement from Lois W. Paulson and John R. Paulson:
7 The E30t of the E130t of the N134.351 of the 5398.35* of the W' a
of the NW4- of the SW- of' 9-118-21) according to government. survey. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that approval be given to the division
,of Lots 16 and 17, Block 3, Gardendale Acres as,follows:
Divide Lot 16 and 17, Block 3 Gardendale.A,cres by drawing a dividing
g line parallel to the west boundary of said easement equidistant therefrom and
from the west boundary of said Lots 16 and 17 and each part be
Further divided into 4 equal parts of 63.561 frontage, running
north and. south; all subject to a street easement over the E221 of
July 12, 1955 (Continued)
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81
Lots 16 and 17, Block 3 Gardendale Acres. Building permits on the
equal Tats east of the dividing line will be withheld subject to
construction of Georgia Avenue North. "Carriedt'
(as recommended by the planning commission.)
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that approval be granted:
so that subject to the deeding to the Village of an easement for
a street easement for a street of the land described as follows: "The
E301 of The E130 of the N 1311.351 of the S 398.351 of the W2 of the
NW4 of the SW -4' of the SWJ of 9/118/21. **( see below) t'Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that we accept easement from Lois V.
Paulson and John R. Paulson described as follows:
/
The 5301 and E301 of Lot 32 Glenwood Manor, according to the plat
thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of
Deeds in and for said County of Hennepin. 1fCarried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept the following described
easement from Anna D. Lindstrom and Dell A. Lindstrom:
The W301 of that part of the E- of the NW -4' of the SW -4' of SW -14
of 9-118-21,lying north of the 52641 and S of the N265.61 thereof,
according to the government survey thereof. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that the streets in Sunnyview Hills
Addition, covered by the bond dated August 23, 1948, be accepted by the
Z i
-Village and the bond released. t'Carriedt'
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we allow L. J. McNulty, Inc. $5.50
per foot of sewer installation for sheeting starting at Quail Avenue and 13
running East oiff State Highway #278. "Carriedtt
At 9:00 P. M. bids were opened for Street Improvements. Improvement
Known as P. I. R. - B Improvements. The following bids were received:
Proposal A. Curb and Gutter and Sidewalk Construction:
Art Bolier Construction Co, Robbinsdale, Minnesota - $17892.95
Tessem Construction Co, Inc., Robbinsdale, Minnesota- 17311.16 p/
L. J. McNulty, Inc . , South St. Paul, Minn es ota -18723 .95
Proposal B. Excavation and Gravel base in place:
Terry Bros., Inc. St. Louis Park, Minnesota -$8549.00
Marts" Excavating, 3909 Douglas Drive, Mpls. 22, Minn 5874.10
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that Tessera Construction Company be
awarded the Contract for Proposal A on 1955 Street Improvements, known as
P. I. R. - B improvements; and a contract drawn up between Tessem Construction2 �Sf�
Oompany ;and the Village of Crystal in the amount of $17311.16. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that Walter M. McClees (d/b/a) Mvrt1s
Excavating be awarded the Contract for Proposal B on 1955 Street Improvements,
known as P. I. R. - B improvements; and a contract drawn up between Walter
M. McClees d/b/a Mgrt1s Excavating; and the Village of Crystal in the amount of
$5874.10. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we approve the following verified
accounts:
to be added on bo Item 9 above: said north 134.351 may be diviobd by drawing a
dividing line parallel to the Westerly boundary of said easemnt and 1001 westerly
therefrom; and the land east of said dividing line ma be further iv*Bd �n
parts by drawing a line parallel to the south line ofysaid N 134.391 of thetg W351
and 67.171 nw th therefrom.
7
July 12, 1955 (continued)
Nw National Bank SpecksmtBRp�.23709.13
Phelps -Drake Co., Inc. BondFund 10261.89
Blue & White Cab Poor 2.15
Crystal Lumber Co. Gen& Park 50.85
Lee Bo Office Supply General 45.95
Crystal Motors General 2.20
Mr. Michael Feinberg S.S.#3 RBS 113.10
Lehn Electric General 62.50
Standard Oil Co. General 430.'15
Laraetti and Sons, Inc Bond Fund 68979.64
Otto B.Ashbach
BondFund
9832.71
Howard Lumber Co.
Park
12.15
Crown Iron Works
Park
72.48
Smith -Dunn Co.
General
15.06
Fuss Grosser Hdwe
General
4.25
Fred Nelson Grocery
Poor
15.30
S&S Company
Equip #5
495.00
11erry Hill Kennels
General
211.75
Acton Cons. Co.
Bond Fund
8008.49
"Carried"
There bfaing no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call
of the chair.
Atte
Cle rk
July 13, 1955
Pp6Eident of W-ffiq
regular
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, an adjourned/meeting of the Village
Council of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was duly called and held at the
Forest School in said village on Wednesday, the 13th day of July, 1955, atj8
o'clock P.1,,. The following members were present: Heise, Bronstad, Printorf,
Headley and Evans and the following were absent: none.
Lotion by Bronstad, seconded by Headley that the council accept recommendation
of Village Engineer that the streets in Brownwood Manor, Brownwood Manor 2nd
arra. Brownwood Manor, 3rd Addition, be uniformly constructed with cross section
of 6 inch stabilized base over corrected sub -base, 2 inch oil stabilization
and rolled bituminous curb; also, in any case where existing construction exceeds
these requirements, such construction will be accepted. "Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad, that we advertise for bids on school
signals, bids to be opened on August 2, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad, that we approve the following applications
for licenses for Welcome Grocery, Inc., all licenses to be in effect for six
months starting July 5, 1955 and ending December 31, 1955: Cigarette license,
3.2 Off -Sale Beer License, soft drinks license. t1Carried"
This being the time and place set for public hearing on the construction of
sanitary sewers, -the Clerk presented an affidavit showing due publication of the
notice of public hearing on said improvement, which affidavit was examined and
I found satisfactory and ordered placed on file. The Mayor announced that this
was the time and place for the public hearing and that the council would hear
all persons who cared to�be heard for or against the proposed improvement.
The following persons weave then heard on the construction'of sanitary sewers
in accordance with plans and specifications of the Engineer: None.
After the council had carefully considered the matter and being fully advised
in the premises, Member Robert Headley introduced the following written resolu-
tion and moved its adoption:
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July 13, 1955 (Continued)
A RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF
SANITARY SEWERS, ORDERING THE IMPROVEMENT AND
RATIFYING THE ACTION HERETOFORE TAKEN IN PREPARATION
AND APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, ADVERTISE-
MENT FOR BIAS AND LETTING CONTRACT.
WHEREAS, after due notice of public hearing on the construction
of sanitary sewers in accordance with the plans prepared by Pfeifer &
Schultz, Engineers, such hearing has been duly held and the council has
heard all persons who cared to be heard on the improvement and has fully
considered the matter and has determined to order such improvement,
NGW, THEREFORE, BE IT FXZOLVED by the Village Council of the
Village of Crystal, Minnesota, as follows:
$. Pfeifer & Schultz are hereby authorized to prepare final plans
and specifications for such improvement and the plans prepared
by said Engineers are hereby approved.
All proceedings hereto fore taken in connection with the sanitary
sewers above described are hereby ratified, including publication
of notice for bids and the letting of the contract for said
improvement, and said improvement shall be made and assessments
levied as provided in Chapter 429, Minnesota Statutes.
Member Bronstad seconded the motion to adopt tha foregoing resolu-
tion and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof:
Bronstad, Heise, Printon, Headley, Evans, and the following voted against
the same; none whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed 7dzd adopted.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the
call of the chair.
President or the Council
Attest:
JULY 6., 1966
MEETING QF B QARD OF REVIEW
Clerk
Members present: Bronstad,, Headley., Printon
Meeting called to order: 7:00 P.M.
Mahoneyj, village assessor and Roy Haeg., Supervisor of assessments, Hennepin County
were present. No objectors were present,
Meeting adjodmed at 8:00 P.M.
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84 July 5, 155
4
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular ,Meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was held at the Village Hall at 8;00
o* clock P. X. on Tuesday, July 5, 1955. The following members were presents
Bronstad, Heise, Headley, Printon, and Evans.
The minutes of the meeting of June 28, 1955, were read ,nd approved as read.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that Sanitary Sewer Ordinance No. 55-12
be adopted. "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we accept Lyle Carlson's certified cheek
-22' in the amount of $1000.00, in lieu of bond, for Hi%Tcrest Addition. "Carricdtt
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that we accept Easement from Arvid E. Carlson
�3 & Son, Inc. for the Tallest Fifteen (15) feet of the South 145 feet of Lot 3, Schaefer's
Lakeside Grove; according to the U overnment Survey thereof. "Carriedtt
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition
024 for Sanitary Sewer Service at the following location;
Zane Avenue North, from 43rd to 44th .Avenues "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we permit Northern States Power
2C Company to place one pole 462 Avenue North - East of Louisiana Avenue.
ttC a.rr ied"
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of George
6 S. Nash & Company for a license to do plumbing for a period of 6 months starting
July 5, 1955 and ending Dece.aber 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Bron4:tad seconded by Evans that we approve application of Glen Haven
Memorial Gardens for a license to operate a cemetery for one year starting Julyl,
2 1955, and ending June 30, 1956. ttCarriedtt
Discussion of Resolution on amount of total expense the Village wi11 pay and
g amount to be assessed on Sanitary .Sewer Improvement No. a. ttCarried"
Trustee Bronstad introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND
QRDERING PRaAFATION OF PROPOSED ASSESS11,1ENT
WHEREAS, Contracts have been let for the improvement designated
Sanitary Sewer Number 8 and the Contract prices and costs are as follows;
A. CCNSTRUCTION COSTS
1. Contracts
Action
Ashbach
Lametti
McNulty
Phelps Drake
Extras
79,395.23
30,605.00
239,288.43
480, 024.48
80,668.50
121,484.20 _
$1, 031, 465 - b
825.00
$1,032,29,0-84 r
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July 5, 1955 (Continued)
2. Land and R -O -W acquisition
1955 $21275.00
1954 1,975.00
3. Street Repair (Appendix Sheets 9, 10, and 11)
Trunk
Crystal 20,000.00
Brooklyn Center 4,000.00
Lateral
Crystal
Blacktop 181000.00
Gravel 3,500.00
TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS
B. 716 Engineering, 2% Clerical, 1% Legal
C. INTEREST ON BOMB 2/1/55 to 9/28/55 Q 4.30%
(Appendix Shebt 3)
TOTAL COST
LESS PROTION PAID BY THE
VILIAGE OF OS,SEO
Ms 5 FOR DELINQUENCIES
TOTAL TO'BE ASSESSED
4,250.00
$ 45,500.00
$1,082,040.84
108,204.08
31,101 37
$1,221,346.29
35,544.53
$1,185,801.76
59,290.09
"'1,245,09;.85
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Village Council of Crystal,
Minnesota:
1. The cost of such improvement to be specially assessed is hereby
declared to be $1,245,091.85.
2. The Village Clerk, with the assistance of the Village Engineer
shall forthwith calculate the proper amount to the specially assessed for
such i provement against every assessable lot, piece or parcel of land wiNh-
in the district affected, without regard to cash valuation, as provided by
law, and he shall file a copy of such proposed assessment in his office for
public inspection.
3. All Village owned property shall be exempt from this assessment.
4. The Clerk shall, upon completion of such proposed assessment,
notify the Council thereof.
I
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded by Headley
and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Evans,
Printon, Bronstad and Headley and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon
said Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we approve the following verified
accuunts. "Carried"
M6
Spec Asmt.
Ge ral
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July 5, 1955
(Continued)
R. C. Dunn
General
15 -90
-Linen Supp. Co.
Post Publishing Co.
PIR- B
184.50
Am. Nat. Bank
Am. Nat. Bank
Equip #2 Res.
68.50
Minn olis Gas Co.
Ken Evans
General
25.00
WendelW., Inc.
Nat. Fire Protection
General
5.50
Monarch aping Ch
Crystal Direct Service
1131.42
Fire Eq. C
Eddie and Dick's Mobil S.
P. Dept.
22.80
Art Peterson ar
Hall, Smith & Hedlund
General
206.00
Eddie & Dick S v.
Mobile Radio Eng. Inc.
It
40.00
W. D. Dover
Robt.Anderson
"
14.00
Harold Ahr s
Richard Baier
It
16.00
Dean Be
Emett Jeub
"
14.00
Francis killing
Robt. Brandt
"
20.00
Marv' Carlson
Donald Bobleter
"
38.00
LeR Faulk
Norman Ganz
"
16.00
A hie Reid
James Hanly
"
12.00
ilbur Dover
Am. Linen Supp. Co.
"
16.55
Am. Nat. Bank
Spec. Asmt.
2439.08
Minneapolis Gas Co.
General
9.90
Wendell N. W., Inc.
"
5.75
Monarch Cleaning Ch.
"
1.56
Fire Eq. Co.
"
16.07
Art Peterson Gar.
P. Car Repair 5.00
Eddie & Dick Service
General
6.05
W. D. Dover
If
5.5.00
Jjarold Ahrens
if
30.00
Dean Berner
"
16.00
Francis Skilling
"
8.90
Marvin Caitson
"
6.00
LeRoy Faulk
If
14.00
Archie Reid
It
12.00
Wilbur Dover
It
6.50
Ralph Anderson
it
5.50
George Hanson
if
18.00
Burt Holmes
"
16.00
Herbert Howe
"
6.00
Joseph Kluz
"
22.00
Russell Larson
"
10.00
Wilford Ostman
"
12.00
Wm. Cloakley
"
4.00
Anthony Pendzimaz
"
18.00
Arnold Sibet
"
48.00
Arsene Mgrcotte
"
6.00
Roy Weineke
"
36.00
Wes Tonn
"
22.00
Al Gronfor
"
12.00
Frank Gaulke
"
10.00
Alvin Hanson
"
24.00
Robt. Hasselstrom
"
16.00
Archie Jennings
"
12.00
Leslie Kelsey
"
6.00
Arthur Quady
If
11.50
Eldon Schirmers
If
20.00
Glenn Lundeen
if
4.50
Lyle Pitheon
"
12.00
Kenneth Rogers
it
18.00
Frank Sprague
It
8.00
Geo. Kohrt
is
12.00
George Larson
It
17.50
Spec Asmt.
Ge ral
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July 5, 1955 (Continued)
Edward Baker General 28.00
Daireld Paine it 10.00
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call
of the Chair.
ATTEST;
Clerk
July 19, 1955
'Cz�ro-�. r��; er-�
President of the Council
Purusant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was held at the Village Hall at 8;00
o3 clock P. M. on Tuesday, July 19, 1955. The following members were: present;
Bronstad, Heise, Printon, and Evans and the following were absent: Headley.
The minutes of the meeting of July 12 and July 13, 1955 were read and approved
as read.
Three applicants on eligibility list for bookkeeper were interviewed.
Motion- by Evans seconded by Bronstad that Carole L. Josephson be employed as
bookkeeper Class 32-A, starting salary of $219.00 per month, with first 6 months
of employment as a probationary period. "`Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that the Bond of Metro Builders, Inc. for /
$2100.00 for Londer?s Addition be accepted. _ «Carried"
Motion by John Printon seconded by Bronstad that the corrected dedication of
Londerts Addition, as submitted by Metro Builders Inc., be granted final
approval.
1.) The line dividing Lots 7 & 8, Block 3, which is designated as being 3//
255.7 feet in length is in fact 268.55 feet in length;
2.) The line dividing Lots 6 & 7, Block 3 which is designated as being
235.6 feet in length is in fact 247.77 feet in length. "Carried"
A discussion was held on the proposed agreement regarding Robbinsdale- Crystal
• Sewer Use. The Administrative Assistant was instructed to send copies of this 3 Z
proposed agfeement to the Village of New Hope, Golden Valley, Brooklyn Canter
and City of Robbinsdale for them to study for any further corrections or
additions.
NOV
July 19, 1955 (Continued)
At 9:30 P. M. a Hearing on Vacation of Alley, that alley abutting upon Lots 10-
11-12-13-14, and 15, Russ Second Addition, was held. After due consideration by
the Village Council, Trustee Printon moved for the adoption of the following
Resolution:
Resolution Vacating Alley
Whereas, a petition of more than a majority of the owners of property
abutting on the alley upon Lots ten (10) through Fifteen (15) Russ Second
Addition, Hennepin County, Minnesota, was duly filed and accepted by the
Village Council of Crystal and
Whereas proof of publication and posting of notice of a public hearing
has been duly filed with the clerk and
Whereas a public hearing was held on said petition at the Village Hall
on Tuesday, July 19, 1955, at 900 P. M. and
Whereas no objection to the petition appeared and it being in the
public interest that said petition to vacate said portion of the alley be
granted:
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council'of the Village of
Crystal, Minnesota,,that the alley upon Lots ten (10) through fifteen (15),
Russ Second Addition, Register of Deeds Office, Hennepin County, -Minnesota ,
is hereby vacated and the clerk is instructed to file a certified copy
of this resolution with the Register of Deeds and County Auditor's Office
of Hennepin County, Minnesota.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded
by Bronstad and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in'favor
thereof; Heise, Evans, Printon and Bronstad and the following voted against
the same: none; whereupon said Resolution was declared duly passed and
adopted. - "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that a permit be issued Minneapolis
/ Gas Company to open the street to install gas main for Job 5-237, Kyle Avenue North-South of 36th Avenue North as per plat on 'file in Village Clerk's
office. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that permission be granted Northwestern
Bell Telephone Company to place buried cable on 52nd Avenue North to Vera
/ 3 Cruz Avszue just North of 51st Avenue North as shown in detail on plat
on file in Village Clerk's office. ttCarried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Frinton that Otto B. Ashbach and Sons, Inc.,
f 3 retainer fee on his contract with the Village of Crystal be reduced,to
$15,00200. ` '"Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that the Acton Construction Company
retainer percentage on the $108,856.00 contract with the Village.of
3 7 Crystal, be reduced from 15% to 7j%. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that approval be granted the application
/ of Doyle & O'Brien for a plumbing license for the period starting July 7, 1955
and ending December 31, 1955.
July 19, 1955 (Continued) 89
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the application
of Bill Richmond Electric Company for an Electrical License for the period of 3 y
5 months starting July 19, 1955 and ending December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the application
of Klein Foods for a cigarette license and a license to sell soft drinks,
both licenses to be for a period of 5 months starting July 19, 1955, and
ending December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we accept and place on file petition
for curb and gutter improvements on Jersey Avenue, 52nd to 53rd; 2 block East
and West. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that we accept and place on file petition
for Curb and Gutter improvements on Edgewood, 39th to 40th & z block East
and West. "Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petitipn
for Dust Prevention Treatment on Edge rood, 39th to 40th & a block East and
West. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we approve Certificate of
Correction for Sunnyview Hills Addition as submitted by Hennepin Investment
Company. ° "Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we accept easement of Arthur J.
Dedrick and Violet May Dedrick for the
N. 302 and the S. 302 of the West
133.922 of the E. 937.441 of Lot 3 Audi.tor2s Sub -division #226 according
to the plat hereof on file and of record in the office
of the register of
Deeds
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon
that we approva
the following verified
accounts:
W. W. Grainger, Inc.
General
$v 13.13
Ed Ryan, Sheriff
General
10.00
Lindsay Bros. Co.
General
1Q.53 i
Mart's Excavating
General
57.Q0
R. Herschel Mfg. Co.
General
23.32
Fire Equipment Co.
General
210.00
den Evans, Petty Cash
General
18.90
Burton Holmes ,
General
7.20
Institute for Training
General
7.50
Wayne Beck
General
10.00
Joseph Zikan
General
10.00
Egil Wefald
General
10.00
Everett R. Wenell
General
10.00
Mr. Howard A. Puck
General
10.00
Mrs. B. Farley
General
10.00
Mrs. Edith F. Rennie
Qeneral
10.00
Pfeifer & Schultze
Spec. Asmt Bond
1557.18
Williams Hardware Co.
Beneral
12.13
Eagle Contracting, Inc.
General
231.10
Pfeifer & Schultz
Spec. Asmt Bond
2686.59
Pat Ryan
General
445.50
James Truax
General
4.50
"Carried"
A// 5_ i
® July 19, 1955 (Continued)
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call
of the chair.
Attest%
C16rk
Presiders o the Council
July 26, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was held at the Village Hall at 8:00
or ?_,_c k F. i':. _ii Tu --slay, July 26, 1955. The following .members were present:
Bronstad, Heise, Printon, fig, Evans and the following were absent.- Headley.
The minutes of the meeting of July 19, 1955 were read and approved as read.
Three applicants on eligibility list for partolman were interviewed.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that a public hearing be set for August
22, 1955 regarding, re -zoning property at 6504 - 10 Fairview Avenue to multiple
dwelling as recommended by the Planning Commission. "Carried" ,
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that tentative approval be given to
Registered Land Survey, by Pearson
proposed submitted Bros. of that part of
Registered Land Survey No. 224 and 221, and part of the SE4• of the NEI of
,�'7 Sec 4-118-R21, subject to standard procedure and deeding to the Village bor
street purposes of lots Q in Registered Land Survey "223, U in Registered
Land Survey 11221 and V in Sec 4-118.x%21, as recommended by the Planning.Commission.
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that approval be given to division of
W1001 of E 1301 of Wye of S 10 acres of NEI of SW3 except road; and the S
�{ 8 601 of N 120 of W 1001 of Wl of S 10 acres of NE4 of SWI, except road, as
recommended by the Planning Commission.(�"W-"Tll$- o'=LI\ "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that approval be granted for a 172 set-
back from the -South line of Lot 11, Block 1, McArdlels Crystal Manor lunder
Sec. 17 of Zoning Ordinance for commercial building to be constructed by Joe µ
Saunders, Crystal Furniture Store, as recommended by the Planning Commission. "Carried"
Motion by Frinton seconded by Bronstad that a building pernit be granted for�4,G,,,�
,0 22x 44 store building on Lot 1, Block 1, McArdle*s Crystal Manot. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans' that
.1e. approsivi.s on -of 'Lot 6, Ban-
`/ holier's Addition into N 1001 of S 1221 lying West of E 10* from balance of
said lot, subject to street easement over E 101 and S 221 of Lot 6, Ban....
holzer's Addition, as recommended by thePlanning Com(hission. I "Carriedtf.
July 26, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we give final approval to s
division of Lots 12 and 13 and pr -,rt of 11, Block 2, Rosedale Acres into
parcels 1 through 8 as described by the survey plats submitted by Arthur
Range, as recommended by the Planning Commission. "Carried"
Motion by Brinton seconded by Evans that approval be granted for division
of following property subject to deeding an easement over the N 221 of
the followingE 2501 of the W 530 t of that part of the SE -1 of the SE'
lying S of Banholzerts Addition, except street; may be divided by drawing
a north—south line 651 east from and parallel to the western boundary of
said East 1251 of the West 4051 of that part of the SE -1 of the SE -I lying
South of Banholzer's Add, except street and south Brom said easement to
the South line of the E 1251 of the West 405' of the SE4 of the SEI -4 of
Banholzer's Addition except street, and the land east of said North—south----
from and parallel to the South bounds'ry of said easement and East from
the said north—south dividing line to the east boundary of said east
1251 of the West 405t of the SE-411of the SE4 of that part lying south of
Banholzer's Addition except street and to the parcel east of the north..
south dividing line and south of the east—west dividing line may be add
ed a part of the E 1251 of the West 530= of the SE4 of the SE -1 4 lying
South of Banholzer's Addition except street; bounded on the east line
by a line drawn 101 east of the west boundary of the said east 1251
of the W 5301 of the SEI of the SE! lying South of Banholzerts Addition
except street and parallel thereto. ( q� - ► }'' ",. 1) "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Ken that we accept easement of the N 221
of the E 1251 of the W 4o52 of that part of the SE4 of the SEI- 4 lying
South of Banholzer's Addition, except street, according to the plat
thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in
and for said County, signed by Daniel C. and Blanche M. Soub."Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept easement of the
N 221 i of the W 530' of that part of the SE4 of the SE! lying South of
Banholzer's Addition, excepting street, according to the plat thereof
ofi file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for
said County, signed by Wallace E. Pomerlean. ttCarriedtt
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that the application of Miller's
Grocery for a 3.2 off sale beer license for the period of July 26, 1955 S
to December U, 1955, be approved. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that the applications of Miller's
Grocery for a cighrette license and a license to sell soft drinks for the
period of July 26; 1955 to December 31, 1955, be approved. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that bond for Skoglunds First
Addition be set at $1,000.00 as recommended by the Village'Engineer. "Carried" Sg
Motion by Printon'seconded by Bronstad that Northern States Power Co.
be granted permission to place poles at the following places: �I ,
Place 3 poles Kentucky Avenue between Jersey Ave. and Rockford Road
Place 1 pole 30th Avenue North and Florida., ''Carried''
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we accept and place on file o
petition for Sanitary Sewer Service on Louisiana; 54th to 56th."Ctarriedtt
*dividing line may be further divided by drawing an east—west line 1332 South
923
July 26, 1955 (Continued)
Motinn by Evans seconded by Bronstad that the applications of Red Owl-
Stores,
wlStores, Inc. for a cigarette license, a 3.2 off sale beer license, and
a license to sell soft drinks for the period of August 1, 1955, to
December 31, 1955, be apr"roved. "Carried"
Discuss St. Raphael School signals.
r r
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we make they following taansfer
Z from L-pprovement No. 8 Fund to General. $108,204-08.,, distributed as
f ollows :
2% Clerical - r 213640.81
7/ Engineering - 75,742.86
1% Legal - 10,,820.41
Total - $1081204.08
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that cigarette Aicense application
of Louis R. and Helen L. Paulsen fror period of July, 27, 1955 thru December 31,
1955 be approved. "Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that application of Louis R. and
f Helen L. Paulsen (Louies Log Cabin) $fir tavern license for period of
August 1, 1955 thnu June 30, 1956 be approved. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that application of Louis R. and
Hilen L. Paulsen for license to sell 3.2 beer off sale for period of
August 1, 1955 thru June 30, 1956, be approved. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that application of Louis R. and
�Ir Helen L. Paulsen for license to sell on sale -liquor for period of August 1,
1955 thru June 30, 1956, be approved. I "Carrried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that application of Louis R. and
Helen L. Paulsen for license to sell off sale liquor for period of August 1
1955 thru June 30., 1956, be approved. "Carriede
Motion �y Printon seconded by Bronstad that we approve following properly
verified accounts: a°
Marsh & Mclennan
General
$ 47.08
Minneapolis Star & Tribune
General
12.00
Harlan Mortensen
General
24.00
Wendell -Northwestern, Inc.
General
3.60
School District No. 24
General
78.75
Minn. Hosg. Service Assn.
Prev. Dist.
134.25
Northern States Power Co.
General
574.17
Louis Gallagher
General
10.00
Ken Evans
General
17.70,
Wheeler Lumber Bridge &
Park
32.40
supply Co.
B. J. Carnye & Co.
Park
20.00
Schirmers Cabinets
Park
60.00
Andresen Plumbing Co.
Park
13.50
Pat Ryan
Ggneral
99.00
State of Minn. Civil Serv.
General
17.00
Northwestern Tire Co.
General
701.56 ,
Panama. Carbon Co.
General
12.00
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July 26, 1955 (Continued)
Northwestern Bell Telephone General $123.58
L. J. McNulty, Inc. Spec. Ascot. Bond 219.45
Reinhard Brothers Co. General 5.40
John Irving General 41.25
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we advert3;se for Sewer
Construction bids and bids be opened at 8:00 o'clock P. M. on August
b
30, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted for Art
Boh}ers Building subject to approval of planning commission. "Carried"
(?vi- 1',- 1,3 s
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that Mr. Fredrick Crawford be employed
7 p
as Patrolman, Class 40-x, at $315.00 per month effective September 1, 1955.
*Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that final approval be granted
-7' �
N23ftls Addition and petition for Roadway be accepted in lieu of bond
and name Kraft Street be changed to 512 street North. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and placeon file
petition for Roadway at Kraft Place, West of Hampshire across lots 17,
7 Z ,
18, and 19, Russ Addition which was submitted in lieu of bond."Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we cooperate with City of
Robbinsdale in having a full time Recreation director, cost to be split
73
between the Village of Crystal and the City of Robbinsdale. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that all licenses of Log Cabin
Inn in tha
name of Oren Hall be recalled on request of Obecause of selling
of business to Louis Paulsen and a refund made on a pro -ratio basis on
7`�
all licenses covered so by the ardinance. "Carried"
Trustee Printon moved that the following ordinance amending ordinance
No. 54-5*be adopted.a�Chapter 13-7 ItCarried"
7s�
An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Crystal.
The Village Council of the Village of Crystal ordains:
Section 1. Chapter 13 of the Ordinances of the Village of Crystal
commonly known as the zoning ordinance is hereby amended:
(a) Section 1, Item b, Ordinance 54-5 is hereby amended
to read Section 5 in place of Section 15.
^
Section 2. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from
and after its passage and publication.
The foregoing motion was seconded by Trustee Evans and upon a vote being
taken the following voted in favor thereof: Printon, Evans, Bronstad,
and Heise and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said
ordinancEti was declared passed and adopted. "Carried"
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to
the call of the chair.
Attest: esi en o e Council
Clerk
August 2, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Tillage Council
of the Pillage of Crystal, Minnesota, was held at the Tillage Hall at 8:O0
of clock P. M. on Tuesday, August 2, 1955. The following members were present:
Bronstad, Evans, Headley, Heise, Printon and the following; were absent: none.
The minutes of the meeting of August 2, 1955 were read and approved as read.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that the Tillage of Crystal enter into
an agreement where it hereby hires and employs Pfeifer and Shultz as Professional
Engineers whereby they furnish residential Engineering personnel required to
J provide full time'supervision on partial and final construction of sanitary sewer
interceptors, trunks, laterals, and lift stations in and adjacent to the Tillage
of Crystal, on Improvement #8 as authori.zed,,and the mayor and clerk be authorized
to enter into such an agreement. "Carried#
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that the plans and specifications submitted
by Pfeifer & Shultz Engineering Firm be accepted and that they be authorized to
advertise for bids as per plans and specifications. "Carried"
8:15 P. M. the hearing; on Rezoning as per letter.
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that under Section 17, ptr?graph 2, of the
Zoning Ordinance" to extend the commercial district over entire Lot 12, Awd. Sub.
# 146 subject to street easement over the E. 300 of lot 11 and 12, And.. Sub.
# 146 be approved as recommended by the Planning Commission. "Carried"
Open bids at 8=30 P. M. on School Signal System (Discuss Location of School
signals on Bass Lake Road and postpone bid opening one week, if legal, or
readvertise for bids.1 No bids were received on School Signal System so it
was decided to readverti.se.
Discussion on Bond Consultants.
i Motion by Bronstad'seconded by Printon that the repair bond for Yates Avenge
from 56th to -58th and 57th and 58th Avenue i block east and west of Yates be
set at $600.00 as recommended by the Tillage Engineer. "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that the Villa fe of Crystal accept Yates
b % Avenue from 56th to 58th and 57th and 584h Avenue block east and west of
Yates as Tillage Streets as recommended by the Tillage Engineer. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that the $2,000.00 bond posted September
303 1954 for Mork Campion 2nd Addition be released as recommended by the Tillage
Engineer. "Carried"
Notion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that Tessera Construction Company mac., be
/ authorized to construct driveway apron at 5249 Florida *venue at the cost of
$60.00 as recommended by the Tillage Engineer. #Carried"
*Trustee Printon introduced and moved the adoption of the followdng Resolution:
WEREAS, Douglas L. Matzke is the developer of all lots platted in Matzke*s
2nd Addition, and
NMREAS, application has been made to the Veterans Administration and the
Federal Housing Administration for loan guaranties in connection with the con-
struction of homes thereon, and
"rust 2, 1955 (Continued) 95
WOWS, the Veterans Administration and the Federal Housing Administration
require, as a prerequisite to the granting of such guaranties that the Village
assume the responsibility for the improvement of the public streets in said
addition by grading, 6" stabilized gravel, 2" oil stabilization and the install-
ation of standard metal street signs, and that all said work be completed without
levying of any special assessments against the properties in the said addition.
HOW THERE'F'ORE, BE TP RJ SOLVED, By the Village Council, of the Village of Crybal
that the Village assume the responsibility for the making of the aforesaid
improvements in said addition heretofore accepted by the Village Council known
as Matzke's Second Addition, and that all the aforesaid improvements be made
without the levying of any special assessments therefore against the property
in laid addition.
BE IT FURTEM-RESOLILUNt That the Veterans Administration and Federal. Housing
Administration be advised of this action by the Village Clerk furnishing to said
Veterans Administration and Federal Housing Administration a certified copy of
this Resolution.
Tnustee Bronstad seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereoft Bronstad, Heddley, Heise, Evans,
Printon and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon the said
Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.*
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that Caswell Engineering Company be
/
authorized to prepare plans and specifications for storm sever along Bass Lake
l�
Road west of West Broadway. *Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that Jospph L. Klemenhagen be appointed
Assistant Engineer Classification 54-A, at
a salary of $475.00 per month,,
effective September 1, 1955. *Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we accept Kenneth Petersonts certified
check in the amount of $264.00 for construction of Si 59th Avenue for approximately
132.0 feet eastoof Cusack and Carlsons Rambler Row South Addition is recommended
by Village Engineer. *Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that we act John R. Paulsens Bank Money
Order in lien of Bond for extending Colorado 1-7 South from Brunswick Addition
/3 '
as recommended by Village Engineer. - "Carried"
Mktion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that we aceppt easement of Westwood'
Builders Company for the Horth 5t of Lot 11, Block 1, Boulevard Acres,
according tit the plat thereof on --file and of record in the office of the
1�4
Register of Deeds in and for said County. *Carried*
Trustee Bronstad submitted the following resolution and moved its adoptions
WMEAs, it has been demonstrated in the past that a greater miner of
voters exercise their rights to vote at the time of the general election than
at the time of Village elections and;
MUM, the Minnesota State Legislature has authorized the holding of a
Village election at the same time as the general election, if the governing body
of such village so debermines; and
WK RM, said election will be held more than 60 days from today;
HOW THWIFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of Crystal, Minnesota,
at a regular meeting thereof;
6 August 2, 1955 (Continued)
Pursuant to H. S. A. # 212.35 (Laws 1955, Ch. 253), it is hereby determined
that the regular Village Election shall be held on the first Tuesday after the
first Nondfy of November.
Trustee Printon seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bronstad, Evans, Headley, Heise,
Printon, and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said Re-
solution was declared duly passed and adopted. *Carried"
Jo' Discuss Electric Service to Soo bine installed flourescent lights at Douglas
Drive crossing.
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad
that Northern States Power Company be
given permission to Set 1 pole at Idaho
Avenue North and 31st Avenue North
l� between Mersey and Idaho Avenues North,
1 pole 31st Avenue North between Idaho
and Hampshire Avenues North as per print in the file in the office of the
Village Clerk.
*Carried*
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we approve the following verified
accounts:
0. W. Hall
General $1,924.99
Otto B. Ashbach & Sons
Spec. Ascot. Bond 21, 016.35
American linen Supply Co.
General 16.55
Black Top Service Sompany
General 160.50
Mobile Radio Eng., Inc.
General 25.00
Northern Automotive Company
General 3.50
Richards Oil Company
General 1,494.27
Mart*s Excavating
General 198.00
Post Pbulishi.ng Company
General 179.65
Tessem Construction Company
P I R - B 3,130.23
Crystal Hardware
General & Park 7.91
League of MLnnes6ta Mani.
General 237.00
Northwestern Tire Company
General 7.00
*Carried*
/ lotion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that T. G. Evensen and Associates, Iffic.,
/8 be employed as Bond Consultants for Improvement #9 bond issue. *Carried*
f Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we request the Stamp Plan for
requisition of surplus commodities from our Poor Fundl *Carried*
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we advertise for bids for Push
e / Button School Signal Systems at Pennsylvania Avenue and Nevada Avenue
bids to be opened on August 16, 1955, at 8:30 of clock P. M. *Carried*
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call
of the chair.
s en a unc
Attests
Clerk
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August 9, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was held at the Village Hall at 8;00
o' clock P. M. on Tuesday, August 9, 1955. The following members were present..
Bronstad, Evans, Headley, Printon and the following were absents Heise.
The mimtes of the meeting of August 2, 1955 were read and approved as read.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that a building permit be granted to James
De Valk, contractor, for a 501 x 50' commercial building at the log Cabin site
as recommended by the planning commission.. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that tentative approval be granted for
proposed Grant Addition as recommended by the planning commission. "Carried''
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that the division of the E4 of S2
Lot 16 Sunnybrook Acres from the S2 of the Lot 16 Sunnybrook Acres be approved
as recommended by the planning commission subject to getting W. 10' easement
of Si of Lot 16 for street purposes. "Carri.ecI"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that tentative approval be granted for
the extension of Welcome and Xenia Avemes between 32nd and 34th Avemes North.
Welcome Avenue to be 30t of Lot ll, W. 301 of Lot 12, Sunnybrook Acres W 30t of
Lot tracts B. and C. R..L. S. #103, W. 60! of N. 66t of Lot 2, Block 5.
"Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that second tentative approval of proposed
p164 -Crystal Highlands be granted subject to park provisions of approxim4tely
2251 square West of Hampshire, in center of plats, the closing of Jersey
Avenue and standard procedures as recommended by the planning commission.
"Carridd"
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Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that a building permit be granted to
Peterson and Templin for a 311 x 49t commercial building on Tract F, R. L. S.
#449 as recommended by the planning,. -commission. "Carridd"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that a permit be granted Minneapolis
Gas Company to install a .Gas -Main in accordance with their Job 5-263 on St.
Raphael Drive West of Pennsylvania Avenue as per plan on file in the Village
Clerk's office. t'Carri.ed"
Mbtion by Evans seconded by Headley that the applications of Pennyts Super
Market for licenses to sell cigarettes, sell 3.2 beer off sale, and sell soft
drinks for the period of August 9, through December 31, 1955, be approved.
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we accept and place on file petitions
for the instal.latton of Street Lights at the intersections of the following
oly
locationst 30th and Kentucky; 30th and Louisiana. "Carriedt'
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that we accept the easement of I& -nm
A. Wanless for the East 301 the West 30t and the West 60t of the East 3601
of that part of thQ South 701 of the North 5061 of the East 659.91 of the_
30 �
Northeast quarter of the Northeast quar4pr of Section 5; Township 118; Range
21.3, according to the Government survey thereof. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad=seconded by -Headley that we accept Mork -Campion Inc. $600.00
certified check in,lie4 of repair bond for Yates Avenue from 56th to 58th and
57th and 58th Avenge 2 block East and West of Yates. ''Carried"
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August
9-, 1955 (Continued)
12,20
Park
Motion by Headley, seconded by -Evans that
we accept and place on
file petition
Park
for curb and gutter on Adair Avenue from
36th to Lot 1, Block 2
and Lot 19.,
3�
Block 1, Sandbergs 1st, inclusive and 2 Street East and West on
36th. "Carried"
!
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition
33
for blacktop Improvement on Adiir Avenue
North from 36th to Lot
19 Block 29 and
"Carried"
General
Lot 19, Block 1, Sandbergs lot Addition.
5.18
Motion bybBronstad seconded by Headley that we approve the application of
Stanley Neilson d/b/a Neilson Gas Heat for a Master 'Gas License for the period
54 of August 9, 1955 to December 319 1955. _ "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we approve the application of H. F.
Timmons, d/b/a Tim's Drug Co. for a license to sell 3.2 Beer off sale for the
period of August 9., 1955 to December 319 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that our "Exhibit All for sub -division
requirements be amended to include the following -.as recommended by the Village
Engineer.
1.) 2" oil stabilization with rolled curb.
2.) Stop signs as required at Major thoroughfares.
3.) Proper back yard drainage.
' "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that permission be granted North ern States
31/ Power Co, to place one pole on Bass Lake Road west of Toledo Avenue as per
print on file in the office of the Village Clerk. "Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that the retainer fee of Iametti & Sons.,
Inc. in the amount of $7 .9931.09 be reduced to $239977.03 or 5% of the contract
price. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that approval be granted the application
of Fred Carling., d/b/a Sterling Electric Company for an Electrical License for
the period of August 9.,-1955 to December 319 1955. "Carried"
O j Motion by Hoadley seconded by Bronstad that the $108.,204.08 transfer approved
on July 269 1955 from Improvement #8 fund to General Fund be cancelled,"Carriedtf
Discussion of Woodlake Sanitary Service Co, on Garbage Disposal.
Correspondence
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that the following verified accounts be
approved:
Ken Evans
Art Peterson Gara7ge
Howard Stensrud
Gvrdon Ashby
Aldn Mogck
Marian Jerdee
Kline Branzell
Smith Grocery
Northwestern National Bank
Northwestern National Bank
Northwestern National Bank
Anderson Agg egates -
Minneapolisas Company
General
13,29
General
12,20
Park
86.80
Park
81,80
Park
86.80
Park
86,80
Park
30.00
Poor
50.22
Equip, #}5 Res, 409,02
Spec. Asmt.
Bond119135.30
Spec. Ascot.
Bond2292543,p30
General
5.18
1
1
1
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we accept the easement from Time
Savers Inc, as follows: A 35t easement for purposes of a sanitary sewer.only
over and under that part of Lots 1 and 2, Blockl, Hansen's Addition, lying
17,5 feet on each side of the following described center.liite of said Lot 2
with a line drawn parallel with and 17,5 feet voath, measured at right_ angles,
from the North line of said lot 2; thence West parallel with the North Line
of said Lots 2 and 1 to an intersection with alline drawn North from theAkost
Northerly corner *6 Hansen Court and at a right angle to the North Line of said
Lott; thence South through the most Northerly corner of Hansen Court to the
center line of Hansen Court and there terminating.
Save for and except atriangular projection of 72t at the base and extending
72t. to a point. Said projection approximately .601 North of North Line of
Lot- 2, _ "Carried"
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the ca4
of the chair,
Pr sident of the Counall
Attest:
-Clerk
August 9, 1955 (Continued} —
99
C. R. Storm
Seneral
23.38
First National Bank
Spec. Asmt. Bond
76.00
Bob Knowles
Gener4l
25.32
lmperial Distributors
General; Spec, Asmt, Bond
230.00
Crystal Excavating Co.
General
383,40
Eddie and Dick's
Geneaal
6.45
Continental Safety Fkuip,
General
4,51
Motorola Communications
General
471,06
Hall, Smith, and Hedlund
General
200.00
Elliot Auto E1upply Co,
General
11.96
Miller -Davis Company
General
39,38
Parkview Hospital
Poor
631,80
Farnham Stationery
General
336,53
N -P Auto -Service Store
General
14.45
Ole Signs, Inc.
General
109.65
Lee -Bo Office Supply. Co,
General
11,40
"Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we accept and place on file petition
for curb and gutter improvements on Maryland Avenue 45th Avenue to 46th Avenue
and J block East and West.
"Carried"
Motion by Headley_ seconded by Bronstad that the bond for Ostmans 7th Addition
be set at $15,000.00 -instead of
the original bond that was
set at $20,000,00
4/x
as recommended by the Village Engineer upon acceptance of petition.in lieu
of bond for curb and gutter improvements.
"Carried" .
Motion.by Bronstad seconded by Headley that Robert J, Buckley, 3900 Idaho
i
Avenue be appointed to serve on
the planning Commission, effective immediately
and his term to expire on December 31, 1957,.
"Carridd"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we accept the easement from Time
Savers Inc, as follows: A 35t easement for purposes of a sanitary sewer.only
over and under that part of Lots 1 and 2, Blockl, Hansen's Addition, lying
17,5 feet on each side of the following described center.liite of said Lot 2
with a line drawn parallel with and 17,5 feet voath, measured at right_ angles,
from the North line of said lot 2; thence West parallel with the North Line
of said Lots 2 and 1 to an intersection with alline drawn North from theAkost
Northerly corner *6 Hansen Court and at a right angle to the North Line of said
Lott; thence South through the most Northerly corner of Hansen Court to the
center line of Hansen Court and there terminating.
Save for and except atriangular projection of 72t at the base and extending
72t. to a point. Said projection approximately .601 North of North Line of
Lot- 2, _ "Carried"
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the ca4
of the chair,
Pr sident of the Counall
Attest:
-Clerk
100
August 169 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was held at the Village Hall at 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday
August 16, with teh following members present: Evans, eAdley, Bronstad and Printon;
and the following were absent: Heise.
The minutes of the August 9th meeting were approved as,read.
At 8:30 P.M. it was announced that this was the time and date set for opening of bids
for one complete Push Button School Signal System at Nevada Avenue, Pennsylvania Avenue
and the Bass Lake Road; Bids were as follows: _
Proposal A. Proposal B. Alternate Bid
Lehn Electric Co., Anoka, Minn. $1492.00 $1300.00 - 41200100
Lee Electric Co., Robbinsdale, Minn. .1600.00 .1.600.00 -
Robbinsdale Electric Co. It It 1720.00 1720.00
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that we accept the Proposal B bid of Lehn Electric
Co. of Anoka for installation of one complete Push Button School Signal System.
"Carried"
Motion by Headley, seconded by Bronstad that the Minneapolis Gas Co. be given a permit
(� to open street to install gas main according to their joD No, -S-269 Bronwood Manor 3rd
as per plat on file in the Village Clerk's office. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans that the assessment for Storm Sewer #3 on Lot 1
Block 4, Murray Lane Eighth Addiction, the amount of $99.18 be camelled from the.records
as this land is now Village of Crystal property. "Carried"
A lengthy discussion was held on the drainage problem beigg created on Louisiana and
Maryland between 52nd and 53rd and between 53rd and 54th. An answer to the problem
was promised the residences in two weeks.
f
Motoon by Headley,
approved:
Wesley A. Tom
Ziegler Co.
Newcome Apprisals
Fred R.E.Nelson
Carlbom Harness
Pfeifer & Shultz
H.A.Rogers Co.
Pfeifer & Shultz
Standard Oil Co.
Cash RegisterSales
Ruffridge Johnson
Crystal Motors
Marts Excavating
seconded by Bronstad that the following verified accounts be
General
$65.60
it
, .37
"
50,00
Poor
.38.75
General
21.95
Sp.Asmt.Bond
1485.03
General
3.75
Sp.Asmt.Bond
650.60
General
437.15
"
494.20
General
19.50
it
20.18
PIRB 1100 .70
Carls Superior 400
Geneftl
$ 5.22
Henn. County
it
208.35
All Sports, Inc.
Park
24:00
J.V.Gleason .
General
423.50
Sherriff of Een.Cty "
14.00
Minder Eng. Co.
it
65.00
Marsh & McLennan
!'
69.42
Lametti & Sons
Sp, Asmt.
Bond 79,372.03
Crook & Hapley
General
20.00
Kieffer Air Cond.
Equip #5
499.00
Evans, Petty Cash
Genera.
30.50
Tessem const.
" & PIRB
7,961.16
"Carried"
There being no farther business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the chair.
ATTEST:
A-� Jrn Printon, resident pro tem
I
August 23, 1955
101
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was held at the -Village Hall at 8:00 P. M. on
Tuesday,,August 23, with the following members present: Evans, Headley, Bronstad,
Printon, and Heise, and the following were absent: None.
The minutes of the August 16 meeting were approved as read.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that the lot at 650.- 6510 Fairview Avenue
be rezoned from residential to multiple dwelling as recommended by the Planning
Commission. "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that we adopt the following ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 55-15
ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 23 AND AMENDMENT
THERETO BEING THE PITTING AND SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE
OF THE VILIAGE OF CRYSTAL.
The Village Council of the Village of Crystal do ordain as follows:
Section 1. That Ordinance passed March 26, 1946, amending Paragraph 6 of
Chapter No. 23, passed on the 13th day of February, 1940, is hereby repealed.
Section 2. That Section 1 of Ordinance No. 23, regulating the Subdivision
of land in the Village of Crystal, passed on the 13th day of February, 1910,
is hereby amended by adding thereto at the end thereof the foliowing: All lots
shall be not less that 7,500 square feet in area with a minimum frontage of 60
feet or not less than 100 feet in depth, unless approved by the Planning
Commission and the Village Council.
On roll call, the following voted in favor thereof: Printon, Heddley, Evans,
Rror stad, and Heise; and the following voted against same: none; whereupon the
Ordinande:: was declared duly passed and adopted. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that approval bf Building Permit #7000
for warehouse addition to present building, Glenhaven Memorial Gardens, be 1:17
granted as recommended by the Planning Commission. "Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted of Building Permit
#7012 for a commercial building for a bakery on W. 201 of E 121 of Lot 1, Block -5 2-
1, Fergus J. McArdles Crystal Manor, for Petersen and Templin. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by -Headley that approval be gf'anted for a Building
Permit for a garage on Lot 16, Block 5, Woodland Homes, under section 17,
paragraph 1, of zoning Ordinance as recommended by the Planning Commission.
"Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that approval be granted division of
Lot !7, Block 1, Boulevard Acres into the N. a of the W 2i the S 2 of the W S'4
2� the N 2 of the E 2; and'the'S 7 of the E z subject to easement for utility
purposes over the rear 51 of each parcel as recommended by the Planning Commission.
"Carriedit
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that approval be granted the division of the
W 1341 of Lot 9, Block 6, Boulevard Acres into the W 701 and E 641 of the W 344
subject to easement for street purposes over -the S 301 of the W 134, and the con_
structionof,said street to Village specifications as recommended by the Planning
Commission. "Carried"
102 August 23, 1955 (Continued)
i
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad -,that approval be granted the division
of the W 154.411 and the N 66.6.1 of E x39.41 of Lot 3, Russ Addition to
Crystal Village, into the N 66.651 of E 139.41 of the N 66.651 of the E
124.41' of the W 154.411 and the S 66.64' of the E 124.411 of W 154.411 subject
to easement for street purposes over the W 301 of Lot 3, Russ Addition to ,
Crystal Village, provided that no building permits be issued on the E 124.411
of the W 154.411 until 'Edgewood Avenue is constructed as recommended by the
Planning Commission. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that approval be granted the division of
Lot 3, Auditor's Subdivision 146 into the N z and the S z subject to easement
51 for, street purposes over the W 301 of Lot 3, Auditor's Subdivision 146 as
recommended by the Planning Commission. "Carried"
Motion by Heddley seconded by Printon that -we accept easement of Westwood
Builders Company for the West 3.01 of Lot 3, Russ Addition to Village of
Crystalgi According to the recorded plat thereof. "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that we accept easement of Hiawatha
Home Builders, Inc., for the West 301 of Lot 16, Auditor's Subdivision No. 328,
according to the recorded plat thereof. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we accept the easement of Anna
Aarlson for the West 101 of the South 2 of Lot 16 of Sunnybrook Acres, according
o- to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of
b Deeds in and for said County of Hennepin. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that a permit be granted Minneapolis Gas
Company to install Gas main in accordance with their Job S-304 - Co;orado
Avenue - South of 47th Avenue North. "Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition
for Sanitary Sewer Service on Corvallis Avenue from Vera Cruz Westerly to
Great Northern Railway. "Carried"
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that approval be given the plans for
3 Sanitary Sewer in Nyberg's lst and 2nd Addition in Brooklyn Center to be
serviced by Crystal Sanitary.Sew e r Interceptor passing through Brooklyn Center
and a copy of this motion be transmitted to the State Board of Health. "Carried"
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that the $1,000.00 Bond of White Investment
Company posted on July 30; 1953, to insure the refilling of Lots 16 and 17,
Block 3, Gardendale Acres, after the removal of bla kk dirt therefrom, be
released as recommended by the Village Engineer. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the application
for an electrical license by Batzli Electric Company for the period of August
6 5 23, 1955, to December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Motion by Evans Seconded by Bronstad that ppproval be granted the application of
6(� Howard Slaes Colm any to operate a juke box at -Tim's Pharmacy during the period
of August 23, 1955, to June 30, 1956. "Carried"
Motion by Heddley seconded by Printon that approval be granted the application
of Howard Sales Company to operate a Pin'Ball Machine at Tim's Fharmacy for
the period of August 23, 1955, to June 30, 1956. "Carried"
Motion by Bronttad seconded by Headley that approval be granted the apllication
�g oofey orVthean to operate a uke box and a bolwing machine at Ken's Bowling
period of August 23, 1955, to June 30, 1956. "Carried"
August 23, 1955 (Continued) 103
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the application
of Electric Repair and Construction Company for an electrical permit for the
period of August 23, 1955, to December 31, 1955. "Carried" 9
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that approval be granted the application
of Starbird Electric Company for an electrical license for the period of August 713'
232 1955, to December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Trustee Evans introduced the following resolution and moved for its adoption.
RESOLUTION WAIVING REQUIREMENTS OF
ORDINANCE NO. 11-2 OF VILLAGE OF CRYSTAL.
WHEREAS, a petition has been filed by the owners of the following described
property to waive the provisions of Ordinance No. 11-2 of the Village, and
WHMLS, the Planning Commission of the Village has approved said waiver,
and
WHEMS; it appears that it would result in an unnecessary hardship to
comply with such ordinance and waiver does not interfere with the purpose of
the 'Village Platting Regulations;
NCeT, THMWORE IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED:
That the provisions of Ordinance No. 11-2 passed August 23, 1948, filed
with the Register of Deeds in 564 Miscellaneous, Page 366, is hereby waived as
to the following Property:
The West Fifty-seven (57) feet of Lot Eight (8) Fairview Acres, together
with the Easb one-half of Alley adjoining said lot.
Trustee Bronstad seconded the motion and on rool call the following voted in
favor thereof: Printon,'Headley, Evans, Bronstad, and Heise; and the following 7/
voted against same: none; whereupon the Resolution was declared duly passed
W adopted. "Carried"
Trustbe Printon introduced the following resolution and moved for its adoption:
RESOLUTION IESIGNATING VOTERS REGISTRATION IOCATION
BE IT RESOLVED -that the Commissioner of Registration -is hereby directed
to establish a regustration office during the days of September 2, and September
3, 1955, at a location described as Willow Bend Shopping Center, in the Village
of Crystal, in the approximate location of Ereske's Dime Store in said
Shopping Center, and that the said Commissioner is hereby directed to appoint
necessary deputies to supervise said office.
BE IT ALSO RESOLVED that registration office would be set up in conjunction
with the Crystal Village Junior Chamber of Commerce.
%.�
Trustee Evans seconded the motion and on roll call the following voted in
favor thereof: Printon, Headley, Evans, Bronstad and Hesie; and the following
vcoted against the same; none; whereupon the Resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted. "Carried"
August 23, 1955 (Continued)
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that Arthur Olsted be reappointed to the
3 Planning Commission for a term, of 4 (Four) years beginning January 1, 1955,
to December 31, 1950. "Carried"
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that Harry Jarvis, 5431 Maryland Avenue
N rth be appointed to the Planning Commission for the period of August 24, 1955,
1 P4 ?iirough December 31, 1958. "Carried"
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the application
/for a plumbing license by Raymond Stegora for the period of August 23, 1955
to December 31, 1955. "Carried"
Auditor f s Annu3A Report for 1954 was given.
Motion by Peinton seconded by Evans that the following verified accounts be
approved:
J. V. Gleason
General
$ 365.75
Northern Augomotive Company
General
1.50
Lee Bo Office Supply Company
General
26.70
Parkview Hospital
Poor
217.90
Williams Hardware Company
General
130.11
Construction Bulletin
General
8$.60
Minneapolis Star & Tribune
General
13.50
Northwestern Bell Company
General
120.22
Black Top Service Company
General
92.50
Hennepin County Welfare
Poor
19.00
378.60
Northwestern Tire Company
General
Frank's Excavating
General
15.00
John Irving
General
_ 43.35
L9 Motion by' :Evans ,seconded by Printon that 0. M. Hollom- be "Carried"
'g allowed $.072 per mile car allowance for use of private car on Village business.
"Carried"
Trustee Evans introduced the following Ordinance and moved for its adoption:
CHAPTER 161
ORDINANCE NO. 55-14
AN ORDINANCE REIATIVE TO PROHIBITION OF SWING IN TWIN IAKES
AND PROVIDING PUNISMENT THEREFORE.
Be it ordained by the Villgge Council of the Village of Crystal:
Section 1. No person shall swim or bathe in Twin Lakes or in any
creek or pond within the limits of the Village of Crystal between the hours
of 10:00 of clock p. m. and 6:00 Ofclock a. m.
Section 2. Any person violating the provisions of this Ordinance shall
be punisKed by a fine not exceeding Twenty ($20.00) Dollars and may be
imprisoned until such fine is paid not exceeding however, thirty (30) days.
Trustee Printon seconded the motion for the above mentioned ordinance and on
roll tali the following voted in favor thereof: Evans, Printon,,-Headley.,
Bronstad, and Hesie, and the following voted against same: none, whereupon
the ordinance was declared duly passed and adopted. "Carried"
fl
1
1
August 23, 1955 (Continued)
Tnustee Frinton introduced the following resolution and moved for its adoption:
1
_RESOLUTION
RESOLVED that the Village Council of the Village -of CRYSTAL, Hennepin
County, Minnesota, hereby accepts the offer of the NORTHERN STATES POWER
COMPANY, a Minnesota corporation, to furnish electric energy, lamp and glass-
ware renewals, and other services for the operation and maintenance of the
Village's ornamental street lighting system, consisting of:
Two (2) single -light wood poles at Douglas Drive and Soo Line tracks
all located or to be located in said Village, and hereby approved all rates,
terms, conditions, and specifications contained in the proposed form of
Ornamental Street Lighting Contract made a part of the offer of said Company
and the proper officers of the Village are hereby authorized and directed to
execute the aforesaid Contract for and in the -name of the Village, and to
affix the corporate seal thereto. I - -
105
Trustee Headley seconded the motion and on roll call the following voted in %,q
favor thereof: Printon, Headley, Evans, Bronstad, and Heise;,and the following
voted against same: none; whereupon the Resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted. "Carried"
rust ee if, introduced anA' ino ed tYie" idoption o1 'lig "fbA&3 i r4elVil l.on:
0A.
RESOLUTION ACQUIRING TAX FORFEITED LAND
The Village Cou3icil of the Village of Crystal hereby resolves to acquire
,pu;r,sp,apt to law the following described property, within - the,LV-i1. 1age -df-Xrystal
'County of Hennepin as follows:
West 30 feet of that part of S E 4 of SE -1 lying South of Banholzer
*ddition,-exeept • street -a
Be It Also Resolved that the Village of Crystal will use said
property for public purposes and ' 7%
Be it Further Resolved that the Village Clerk is hereby directed th
forward a certified copy of this Resolution, together with request for
necessary proof of title, to the Register of Deeds Office and the County
Auditor's Dffice in said Hennepin County, Minnesota. `
Trustee Pri.nton seconded the motion and on roll call the following voted in
fav r thereof: Printo, Headley, Evans, Bronstad, and Heise; and the following
voted against same: none; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned subject to call of
the chair.
ATTEST:
Clerk
President of the Council
106 August 30, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, an adjourned regular meeting of the Village
Council of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was duly held at the Village Hall in
said Village on Tuesday, the 30th day of August, 1955 at 8:00 o'clock P.M. with the
following members present: Mayor Heise, Trustees O,J.Bronstad, Robert J. Headley
$b and John R. Printon. Clerk Kenneth L. Evans was absent and Robert J. Headley was
named clerk for the meeting.
It was announced that this was the time and place for opening of bids for 1955
Trunk and Lateral Sanitary Sewer Systems. Bids were received from the following firms:
Otto B, Ashbach & Sons Inc., St. Paul
Combined bid from Barbarossa & Sons Inc., St. Cloud and Nodland Const. Co.
of Alexandria, Minn.
Art, Bolier Const. Co., Crystal, Minn.
Walter D, Giertsen, Co., Minneapolis, Minn.
Lametti & Sons, Inc., St. Pall, Minn,
L. MCNulty, Inc., South St. Paul} Minn.
Orfei & Marian & Sons, Inc., St. Paul, Minn.
Phelps — Drake Co. Inc.,.Minneapolis, Minn.
Walbon Excavating Co., Minneapolis, Minn.
Fadden Pump Co., St. Paul, Minn.
Tessem Const, Co., Robbinsdale, Minn.
Tabulation of Bids revealed the following amounts:
Otto Ashbach & Sons
A
through
C
$902,710.24
Barbarossa & Sons
A
"
J
1,5052836.60
Art Bolier
F
142,780.00
Walter D. Giertsen_
D
"
H
5912781.95
Lametti & Sons
A
?'
K
1,436,583.22
L. J. McNulty, Inc.
D
and-
E
131,038.40
Orfei & Mariani.& Sons
A
"
K
1,203,302.81
Phelps -Drake Co. Inc.
A
!'
K
1,230,586.41
Tessem Const. Co.
G
100,122.18
Walbon Excav, Co.
H
124,774,80
Motion -by Bmnstad, seconded by Printon that all bids be tabled until a tabulation
of bids can be completed and pending Bond sale. 1,1 "carried"
Trustee Headley introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE
OF. $$00.,000 SEWER IMPROVEMENT BONDS.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota
as follows:.
1. It is hereby determined that contracts have been intered ,nto for Sanitary
Sewer Improvement No. 9 and the totil cost of said improvement is $1,393,200.00, and
it is necessary to provide $145,000 to pay the remaining cost of Sanitary Sewer
Improvement No. 8.
g1' 2. It is hereby determined that it is necessary to finance the cost of said
improvements by an issue of general obligation bonds pursuant to the provisions of
Minnesota Statutes, Section 429.091.
3. There is hereby created a special fund to be designated 1955 Sewer
Improvement Bond Fund, out of which shall be paid the principal of and interest on
the bonds issued hereunder and into -which fund shall be paid all of the proceeds of
1
1
107
August 50, 1955 (Continued)
special assessments to be levied for Improvement No. 9 and $145.,091.85 from Sanitary
Sewer Improvement No. 8.
4. In anticipation of the collection of said special assessments the Village
shall forthwith issue and sell $800,000 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Bonds.
The full faith and credit of the village shall be pledged to the payment of principal
of and inte3tent on the said bonds when the moneys on hand in the improvement fund
created herein are insufficient for said puxpose.
5. The Sanitary Sewer Improvement Bonds shall be in the principal amount of
$800,000, shall be 800 in number and numbered 1 to 800, both inclusive, in
the denomiaation of $1000 each, shall bear date August 1, 1955, shall bear interest
payable February 1, 1956 and semiannually thereafter on February 1 and August 1 in each
year and shall mature serially on Febxuary 1st in the amount of $409000,3n each of the
years 1958 to 1977, both inclusive, all bonds maturing after August 1, 1971 bering sub-
ject to redemption in inverse rnumerical order at par and accrued interest on said date
and any interest payment date thereafter. It is hereby expressly determined that the
maturities as hereinabove set forth are such as in the j#figment of the village council
are warranted by the anticipated collection of assessments,
6. The village council shall meet at the Council Room in the village on Tuesday
the 20th of September, 1955, at 9:00 of clock P.M., for the purpose of receiv-
ing and considering sealed bids for the purchase -of said bonds and the Clerk is aathor-
ized and directed to cause notice of such sale to be given by publication once ten days
prior to the date of sale in the official newspaper and in Commercial West, a financial
paper published in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Said notice shall recite that the village
will famish printed bonds and approving legal opinion of Messrs. Faegre & Benson, Min-
neapolis,, Minnesota, both without expense to the purchaser, shall require that all bids
be uncmn.ditional and accompanied by a good faith check in the amount of at least $16,000
and shall specify not to exceed five per interest rates in multiples of one-quarter or
one-tenth of one per cent, and shall further provide that delivery of the bonds will be
made by the village within forty days after the date of safe,
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Trustee
Bronstao, and upon vote being taken UB reon all voted in favor thereof and none voted
against the same, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
"Carried"
There being no farther business the meeting was adjoijrned, subject to call of the Chair.
September 6, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was -held at the Village Hall at 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday
September 6th, with the following members present: Heise, Evans, Bronstad and Printon;
and the following were absent: Headley.
The minutes of the August 23, 1955 meeting were read and approved as read.
a
Pfeifer & Shultz dngineering representative appeared & explained final tabulation figures
on Sanitary Sewer Improvement #9 bids that were opened on August 30, 1955 and discussed
resident engineering for Sanitary Sewer Improvement #9.
Adolph Meyer, Hydraulic Engineer, appeared and discussed the drainage problem regarding
Hanson's Pond. No action taken. -
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad that we accept the easement of Francis L. Craig
and Elma E. Craig for the W301 of the N65.91 of Lot 3,-Auditor1s Subdivision #146,
according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of
Titles.
Motion by Evans, seconded by Printon that we accept the easement of Westwood Bldrs. Co.
3 -for the 5301 of Lot 9, Block 6 Boulevard Acres, according to the plat thereof.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by-Enans th-A ?*e accept the easement of Niles Holding Co. for
4the E221 of Lots 16 and 17, Block 3 Gardendale Acres, according to the recorded plat
thereof.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we accept the platting bond of Wilford L.
Ostman and Lucille Ostman for Ostmanls 7th Addition, in the amount of $15,000.00.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that permits be granted Minneapolis Gas Co. to
install gas mains in the following locations:
L Job S-245; Louisiana Ave. No., south of 47th Ave. No.
Job S-325; Kentucky Ave. and 38th Ave. No.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that permission be granted Northern States Power Co.
-to place -one pole on .90th Ave. No. between Douglas Drive and Edgewood Avenue.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that permission be granted NW Bell Telephone Co. to
place buried cable across Jersey Ave. No. between 61st Ave. N. and Lombardy Lane and
across 61st Ave. No. between Jersey Ave. No. and Hampshire Ave. No.; also across Hampshire
Ave. just north of;61st Ave. No., as shown in detail on prints on file in the Village
Clerkls office.
Printon introduced and moved the adoption of the following RESOLUTION:
WHEREAS, Niles Holding Co. is the developer of all lots platted in Wh.iteoaks Manor
Addition, and
q WHEREAS, application has been made to the Veterans Administration and the Federal
1 Housing Ad inistration for loan guaranties in connection with the construction of homes
thereon, and
WHEREAS, the Veterans Administration and the Federal Housing Administration require,
as a prerequisite to the granting of such guaranties that the Village assume the
responsibility for the improvement of the public streets in saild addition by grading,
stabilizing and. oiling all public streets in said addition, by planting one (1)s 22 inch
caliper elm tree for each lot in the said addition and by the construction of street
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name signs on metal posts at all intersections and that all said work be completed without
levying of any special assessments against the properties in the said addition.
NOTi, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Village Council of the Village of Crystal that
the Village assume the responsibility for the making of the aforesaid improvements in said
addition heretofore accepted by the Village council known as Whiteoaks Manor Addition, and
that all the aforesaid improvements be made without the levying of any special assessments
therefor against the property in said addition.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Veterans Administration and Federal Housing Administra-
tion be advised of this action by the Village Clerk furnishing to said Veterans Administra-
tion a certified copy of this Resolution.
Bronstadseconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof: Printon, Evans, Heise
and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said Resolution was declared
duly passed and adopted.
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that approval be granted the application of General _,o
Outdoor Advertising Co. to erect billboards at the following locations, subject to
,D,approval of Police Chief:
5539 West Broadway
5247 West Broadway
said applications to cover the period of Sept. 6t through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Evans, that approval be granted the application of Dale il
sign and Advertising Inc. to erect a sign mounted on skids at Highway #52 and 62nd Ave. No.
for a period of 90 days; starting Aug. 30 and ending Nov. 30, 1955.
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that approval be granted the application of Roy's
Cesspool Service for a scavanger license for the period of Sept. 6th through Dec. 31, �'oL
1955.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the application of
Chet Berg for an auctioneer's license for the dates of Sept. 20 and Sept. 27, 1955. /3
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we accept the 5150.00 certified check of
White Investment Company as escrow for road.
Bronstad introduced and moved the adotpp ion of the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE No. 55-16
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA ��
The Village Council of the Village of Crystal ordains as follows:
Section 1. Section tea of the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Crystal No. 13,
as amended, is hereby amended by adding thereto at the end thereof the following:
Lots Four (4) and Five (5), Block One (1), Ridgewood Park Addition.
Fast One Hundred Sixty (160) feet of the South One-fourth (S4) of
Southwest one-fourth (Sw ) of the Southeast one-fourth (SE-) of
Northeast one-fourth (NE4), Section 8, Township 118, Range 21,
except road and alley.
Printon seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken, the following
voted in favor thereof: Heise, Bronstad and Evans.
and the following voted against the same; none; whereupon said ordinance was declared
duly passed and adopted.
September 6, 1955 (continued)
Motion by Printon, seconded by Evans, that approval be granted the application of Twin
City Novelty Company to operate a music box at the Friendly Diner, 129 Willow Bend,
i6, for the period of Sept. 1, 1955 through June 30, 1956.
Motion by Evans, seconded by Bronstad, that approval be granted the application of
National Outdoor Display Co. Inc., to erect a billboard at 5004 West Broadway for the
W period of Sept. 1, through December 31, 1955, subject to Police Chief's approval.
Motion by Bronstad, seconded by Printon, that approval be granted for the application
of Stevens Electric Co. Inc., for an electrical license for the period of Sept. 6th
through Dec. 31, 1955.
Motion by Printon, seconded by Bronstad, that the Mayor and Village Clerk be author-
ized to enter into a contract with the Minneapolis, St. Paul and Sault Ste. Marie
Railroad Company regarding the payment of half of the Electric Service, to the
Fluorescent Luminaires on Douglas Drive and Soo Line tracks, be paid to the Village of
Crystal by the Railroad Co. until such date as additional crossing protection may
be provided, at which time the Village of Crystal would assume the entire obligation of
providing electrical power to illuminate said lumenaires and taking care of the main-
tenance of said luminaries.
The Clerk presented thelproposed assessment roll for the improvements described in
the Notice hereinafter set out, which assessment roll was examined, approved and
ordered placed on file and open to public inspection in the office of the Village
Clerk. Clerk Evans introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR HEARING ON
ASSESSMENTS FOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS.
BE IT RESOLVED By the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota
that the assessment roll heretofore duly prepared for the Street improvements des-
cribed in the notice hereinafter set out and which assessment roll is now on file
in the office of the Village Clerk, be approved as the proposed assessment toll for
said improvements and that this Council shall meet at the time and place stated in
said -notice for the purpose of passing upon said assessments and hearing any
objections thereto.
The Village Clerk is -hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of such
meeting to be published in the official newspaper of the municipality at least two
(2) weeks before the date of said meeting, which notice shall be in substantially the
following form:
NOTICE OF HEARING ON SANITARY SEUM
NUMBER 8 ASSESSMENTS
Village of Crystal, Minnesota
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village Council of the Village of Crystal,
Minnesota, will meet in the auditorium of the Forest School in said Village on Wed-
nesday the 28th day of September, 1955, at eight o1clock P.M. to hear, consider and
pass upon all written or oral objections, if any, to the proposed assessments in
respect to the following improvement:
d That portion of the trunk sanitary sewer system for the Village of Crystal known
as Sanitary Sewer Improvement No. 8 Lateral sanitary sewers in that portion of the
Village of Crystal known as Sanitary sewer District no. 6A.
Alllproperty within the Village of Crystal will be assessed for that portion of
the trunk sanitary sewer system for the Village of Crystal known as Sanitary Sewer
Improvement No. 8. All of that portion of the Village of Crystal lying East of
Trunk Highway 100, known as Sanitary Sewer District 6A, and property abutting upon
the gravity portions of the trunk sanitary sewer which property shall use the trunk
sanitary sewer as a lateral sewer, will be assessed for a lateral sewer.
The proposed assessment roll is -now on file in the office of the Village Clerk
and open to inspection by all persons interested. The entire amount assessed against
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any parcel of land will be payable, unless prepaid, in twenty (20) equal consecutive
annual installments to be payable with general taxes in the year 1955, collectible
with such taxes during the"year 1956. For a period of 30 days after the date of the
resolution levying said assessment the entire amount of the assessment against any
parcel of land can be paid at any time with interest to December 31 of the year in
which payment is made. The first installment will be payable with interest at the
rate of 5 per cent per annum on the entire assessment from the date of the resolution
levying said assessment to December 31, 1956, and each subsequent installment shall
be payable with one year's interest at said rate on all unpaid installments.
At such meeting all persons interested in such assessments may appear before the
Village Council and state their reasons why said assessments Jor any particular item
thereof should not be adopted. All persons desiring to object to said assessments
shall on or before the date of said hearing file with the Village Clerk a written
statement of the objections and all the objections not specified therein shall be
deemed waived. A further opportunity will be given at said hearing to make oral
objections.
Dated: September 6, 1955•
BY ORDER OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL
By Ken Evans -
Village Clerk, Crystal, Minn.
Each and all the terms and provisions of the said notice are hereby adopted
as the terms and conditions by which the Council shall be governed in hearing and
passing upon the objections to the said assessment as fully as though the same
were separately set forth and resolved herein.
The foregoing motion was seconded by Bronstad and upon a vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Evans and Printon and the
following voted against the same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared
duly adopted. Meeting to be Wed. Sept. 28th in auditorium at Forest School at
8 o'clock P.M.
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Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we accept the easement of Associated
Contractors Inc. for drainage described as follows:
The E5' of the N 150' of that part of the NE4 of the NW4 of 8-118N-R21W
lying E of Murray Lane 5th Addition and W of Whitefield Addition, and ;E0
south of 53rd Ave. No. and;
the E5' of the S145' of that part of the NE4 of the NWZ of 8-T118N-R21W
lying north of 53rd Ave. N, east of Murray Lane 5th Addition and West of
Whitefield Addition, Hennepin County, Minn. and;
the E5' of the N 162.07' of that part of the NE4 of the NW4 of 8-T118N; R21W
lying S of 54th Ave. N east of Murray Lane 5th Addition and west of White-
field Addition, Hennepin County.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we accept and place on file petition
for Curb and Gutter on Kentucky Avenue from North Line of Colonial Acres, Second 9:(
Addition to Jersey Street and Idaho Avenue from Kentucky Avenue to 40th Street.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by'Printon that we enter into a contract with Pfeifer
and Shultz for Resident Engineering and Periodic Supervision on Sanitary Sewer
Improvements #9, contract to be same as on Sanitary Sewer Improvement #8 subject 2
to minor amendments to be presented to the council in contract forms for signing.
2 September 6, 1955 (continued)
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we appoint Mr. Dudley I. Krenz as Justice
of the Peace, to fill the unexpired term of the Deceased Mr. Harold Truax, which term
�. expires December 31, 1956.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petitions
for Curb and Gutter for Jobs #5527, #5528, #5530,,#5531 and #5534 as submitted by
Robert Dunn, Village Engineer.
Trustee Evans introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND
ESTIMATES OF COST AND FIXING THE TIME AND PLACE OF
PUBLIC HEARING ON A STREET IMPROVEMENT.
i} 7 WHEREAS, preliminary plans and pecifications have been prepared for the
making of a street improvement consisting of the installation of curb and gutter on
the following streets:
Imp. No.
Description
$stimated Cost
55-27m
Jersey Avenue from 52nd St eet to 53rd Street
4,030.00
55-28
Edgewood Avenue from 39th Street to 40th Street
3,750.00
55-30
Maryland Avenue from 45th Street to 46th Street
4,360.00
55-31
Adair Avenue from 36th Street to existing curb
3,725.00
55-34
Kentucky Avenue from north line of Colonial
Acres, Second Addition, to Jersey Street and
Idaho Avenue from Kentucky Avenue to 40th Street
10,350-00
$26,215.00
and
WHEREAS, the council propises to proceed with said
improvement, assessing
the cost
against property abutting upon said streets and to
extend the assess-
ments for curb and gutter over a period of ten years,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of
Crystal, iviinnesota, as follows:
1. The preliminary plans and specifications and estimates ofcost prepared by
the engineers are approved. The curb and gutter improvement shall be,hereafter
called Curb and Gutter Improvement No. 10.
2. A public hearing on said improvement shall be held at the Village Hall
in said village on Tuesday, the 20th day of September, 19,55, at 8:30 o'clock P.M., and
the Clerk shall. cause notice of the time and place of hearing to be published two
weeks in the official newspaper, the last publication at, least three days prior to
the date of hearing.
3. The area proposed to be assessed for said improvement includes all lots
and parcels of land lying within one-half block or three hundred feet of the streets
above named as the location of said improvement.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded
by Trustee Bronstad, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in
favor thereof: Heise, Printon, Evans, Bronstad and the following voted against the
dame: None; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.a
Trustee Printon introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
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September 6, 1955 (continued)
RESOLUTION ORDERING A STREET IHPR0Va1ENT AND
DIRECTING ADVERTISE[v1ENT FOR BIDS.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota,
as follows:
1._ The plans and specifications for Curb and Gutter Improvement No. 10 here-
tofore prepared by the engineers are hereby approved and ordered filed with the
Clerk and the Council shall meet on Tuesday, the 20th day of September, 1955, at
9:30 o'clock P.M. to receive and consider bids for said improvement.
2. The Clerk shall advertise for bids for such improvement by publication
at least once in the official newspaper, the date of first publication not less
than ten days prior to the date for receipt of bids. Said notice shall state
that no bids will be considered unless sealed and filed and accompanied by a cash
deposit, bid bond, cashierts check or certified check payable to the Clerk in the
amount of not less than ten per cent of the bid.
The motion for the adoption of the;foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Trustee Evans, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor
thereof: Heise, Printon, Evans, Bronstad, and the following voted against the
same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Motion by Frinton seconded by Evans that we pay the Village Attorney an amount,
over and above his regular monthly salary, for obtaining easements for Sanitary
Sewer Improvement #9, amount to be determined by number of working hours required a 7
to obtain said easements and any miscellaneous expenses so incurred.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we approve the following properly
verified accounts:
Richard Oil Co.
General
$2430.57
Fireman's Relief
General
2080.99
Boyer-Gilfillan
General
11.00
Municipal Admin.
General
7.50
N.W. Tire Co.
General
65.62
Modern San.Sup.
General
44.30
Workman Serv.Co.
Spec.As.Bd
1985.00
Gen.Elect.Sup.
General
2.64
A.Hanson,St.Ydnn.
General
1924.09
berry Hill Kennels
General
98.00
Mart's Excay.
Sp.As.Bd.
1468.50
Lew Bonn Co.
General
41.65
Fire Eouip.Co.
General
105.00
Ken Evans,Petty C.
General
24.46
Blacktop Service
Sp.As.Bd..
2654.75
Anthony Kastano s
Northern St.Pow.
Miller -Davis Co.
Elliott Sup.Co.
Anderson Aggregate
Wendell -Northwest.
L.J.McNulty,Inc.
Carlbom Harness
Keller Drug
H.F.Timmons
Am.Linen Sup.
Arnold Sibet
Orin Hollom
Post Pub. Co.
General
12.75
General & Park
590-48
Spec.Asses.Bond
204.00
General
9.66
General
19.59
General
9.00
Spec.Asses.Bond
16,485.90
General
4.80
Poor
2.95
General
3.00
General
16.55
General
101.25
General
6.00
General
185.35
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the
Chair..
Clerk
September 13, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village Council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was held at the Village Hall at 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday
September 13, with the following members present; Heise, Evans, Bronstad, Printon
and Headley; and the following were absent: None.
September 13, 1955 (continued)
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Harold C.
Burkhardt for a license to do plumbing, through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petitions
n for street lights at the following intersections:
1 .8th & Jersey,48th & Louisiana, 18th & Hampshire, 49th & Kentucky;49th & Idaho.
Motion by Bronstad
Minutes of the August 30th meeting were approved as read.
Headley
that we approve the
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that approval be granted the division of
verified accounts:
property:
Beginning at a pt. on the E line of Sec. 19; T-118; R-21 2651 S of the
Poor
38.75
NE cor. of the SE -Z; th 90 degrees W a dist. of 1691; the My a dist.-
General 39.31
Lee -Bo Off.Supply
of 75.15' to a pt. 75t from the last described line measured at right
17.40
Mpls. Gas Co.
angles; th parallel to the N line of the herein described lot, a dist.
Miller -Davis
General
of 1701 to the E line of Sec. 19; T-118; R-21; th N 751 to the pt. of`beginning,
Mobile Radio Eng.
except road
subject to a utility easement over the rear 5t of said division; as recommended
by the Planning Commission. (Heidelberg property)
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted a building permit
for Rollin Jackson for a hanger at the Crystal Airport, as recommended by the
Planning Commission.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that approval be granted for a building
permit for the Church of St. Raphael for an addition to the school building, as
recommended by the Planning Commission.
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that tentative approval be granted for revised
proposed plat of CRYSTAL HIGHLANDS #3, subject to minimum park area of 225tx2251
standard procedure, and revision of Lot 30, Block 3 and Lots 9 and 10, Block 4
as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that a permit be granted Minneapolis Gas
Co. to install a gas main for their Job S-352, Toledo Ave. North and Wilshire
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Blvd. as per print on file in the office of the Village Clerk.
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that permission be granted Northern States
Power Co. to place one pole at 30th Ave. N. land Louisiana Avenue, as per print
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on file in the office of the Village Clerk.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that the General Insurance Corp. perform-
ance Bond, #55009 in the amount of $77,219.50 for Tessem Construction Co. covering
contract for proposals 1, 2, 3 and 4 of Improvement #6 be released as recommended
by the village engineer.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that approval be granted the applications
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of Mrs. James Doering for licenses to sell Soft Drinks and operate a Lunch Counter
at 5101 Lakeland Ave. No. for the period of Sept. 9, 1955 through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we approve application of Harold C.
Burkhardt for a license to do plumbing, through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petitions
n for street lights at the following intersections:
1 .8th & Jersey,48th & Louisiana, 18th & Hampshire, 49th & Kentucky;49th & Idaho.
Motion by Bronstad
seconded by
Headley
that we approve the
following properly
verified accounts:
`red Nelson
Poor
38.75
Lakeview Motors
General 39.31
Lee -Bo Off.Supply
General
17.40
Mpls. Gas Co.
General 4.70
Miller -Davis
General
7.50
Mobile Radio Eng.
General 5.00
11.5
September 13, 1955 (continued)
Crystal Lbr.Co.
General
3.00
A.A.Salv.Serv.
General
12.00
Fire Equip. Co.
General
5.50
Fire Eouip. Co.
General
15.50
Royal Tupe. Co.
General
90.00
1st Natl. Bank
Fire Pre.Res
5616.59
Williams Hdwe.
General
31.75
Hall,Smith,Hedlund
General
201.05
Crystal Dir.Serv.
General
106.91
Larsen-Ecnholtz
General
5.68
Farnham Stat.Sup.
General
32.86
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that we approve application of Marquette Electric
Co. for license to install and maintain electrical wiring in the Village of Crystal :
from September 13 through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we employ Barbara P. Craig, 5200 Bernard q
Avenue North as Clerk -Stenographer, Class 27-A at a salary of 411,215.00 per month,
effective as of September 6, 1955.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we approve a contract with Royal Typewriter
Co. for quarterly inspections on 3 electric typewriters, at a total cost of $90.00 �V 0
for the period of August, 1955 to August, 1956.
Thursday Evening, September 22, at 7:00 o'clock P.M., was set for the time for further
conferences on the 1956 Budget proposal and at 8:30 o'clock P.M. for interviews with
architects on a new village hall building.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we advertise for bids for 5600 sq. yds.
1';" Plant Mix Bituminous Surfacing, said bids to be opened at 9:30 o'clock P.M.
on September 27, 1955•
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of the
Chair.
Clerk resident of o 1
September 20, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Council of the
Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was duly held at the Village Hall in said village on,
Tuesday, the 20th day of September, 1955, at 8:00 o'clock P.M., with the following,
members present: Heise, Printon, Evans and Headley; and the following were absent:
Bronstad.
Minutes of the September 6th and September 13th meetings were approved as read.
The Mayor announced that the meeting was open for the consideration of Curb'and Gutter
Improvement No. 10. The Clerk produced an affidavit showing publication of notice of
hearing on the proposed improvement showing two weeks publication thereof in the official
newspaper, the last publication being on September 15, 1955, which affidavit was
examined and found satisfactory and ordered placed on file.
The Mayor then called upon all property owners present to present arguments either for or
against the proposed improvement. The .following appeared and entered objections: None;
and the following appeared in favor of said improvement: None.
After hearing and considering all objections, and the property owners appearing in favor
of said improvement, Trustee Headley introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
16 September 20, 1955 (continued)
RESOLUTION ORDERING CURB AND GUTTER
L' IPROVKIIENT NO. 10
BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, -Minnesota,
that it is hereby determined that it is necessary and for the best interests of the
village and the owners of property specially benefited thereby that the following
improvement be and the same is hereby ordered constructed:
Imp. N(,. Description
55-27 Jersey Avenue from 52nd Street to 53rd Street
55-28 Edgewood Avenue from 39th Street to 40th Street
55-30 Maryland Avenue from 45th Street to 16th Street
55-31 Adair Avenue from 36th Street to existing curb
55-34 Kentucky Avenue from north line of Colonial Acfes,
Second Addition, to Jersey Street and Idaho Avenue
from Kentucky Avenue to 40th Street
,,., Said improvement shall be hereafter designated Curb and Gutter Improvement No. 10.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Trustee
Evans, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof:
Heise, Printon, Evans and Headley, and the following voted against the same: None
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
This being the time fixed for ;considering bids for the construction of Curb and Gutter
Improvement No. 10, the Clerk presented affidavits showing publication of the notice
to contractors, which were read, found satisfactory and ordered placed on file.
Thereupon, upon motion duly made, seconded and unanimously carried the Clerk was
instructed to open the bids, which were found to be as follows:
Name of Bidder Amount of Bid
Art Bolier, Robbinsdale $21,971.00
L. J. McNulty, South St. Paul 21,938.60
Tessem Construction Co., Robbinsdale 21,778.00
After the Council had considered the bids as tabulated and the Engineerst recom-
mendations, the following resolution was introduced by Trustee Evans, who moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF CURB AND GUTTER DT PROVEYENT NO. 10
BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, r,Li.nnesota,
as follows:
1. In the judgment of this Council the bid of Tessem Construction Co.,
for the construction of Curb and Gutter Improvement No. 10 at the base price of
$21,778.00 is found to be the lowest bid made°by a responsible bidder, which bid
is in accordance with the plans and specifications and said bid is hereby accepted.
2. Upon filing the proper bond and form of contract;for the construction
of Curb and Gutter Improvement No. 10, the mayor and clerk are hereby authorized and
directed to exec ute contracts with said successful bidder on behalf of the village.
3. It is hereby determined that the entire cost of the construction of
Curb and Gutter Improvement No. 10;shall be assessed upon the property benefited,
and the clerk, with the assistance of the Engineers, is hereby authorized and
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directed to prepare an assessment roll for said improvement for the assessment of
benefits to each lot, piece or parcel of land pursuant to law.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Trustee
Headley, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof:
Heise, Printon, Evans and Headley, and the following voted against the same: None
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Trustee Printon introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: -
RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF DTROVR4ENT BONDS,
4 FIXING THE FORM AND SPECIFICATIONS THEREOF,
DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY AND PRO-
VIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota,
as follows:
1. The offer of J. i�i. Dain & Company and Associates to purchase $$25,000
Improvement Bonds of the village at a price of $25,006.50 is hereby found and deter-
mined to be a favorable offer, and shall be and is hereby accepted.
2. The village council shall forthwith issue the negotiable coupon Improvement
Bonds of the village on account of Curb and Gutter Improvement No. 10 in the amount of
$25,000, consisting of 25 bonds, numbered 1 to 25, both inclusive, in the denomination
of $1,000 each, dated August 1, 1955, bearing interest as follows: bonds Nos. 1 to 10
inclusive maturing in the years -1958 to 1961 inclusive at the rate of 3.25% per annum
to February 1, 1956, and at the rate of h-75% per annum from February 1, 1956 to August
1, 1956, interest payable August 1, 1956, represented by separate interest coupons in
the amounts of 5:16.25 and x;7.50 respectively, and at the rate of 3.25% per annum after
August 1, 1956, and bonds Nos. 11 to 25 inclusive maturing in the years 1962 to 1967
inclusive bearing interest at the rate of 3.50% per annum to February 1, 1956, and at
the rate of 5% per annum from February 1, 1956 to August 1, 1956, interest payable
August 1, 1956, represented by separate interest coupons in the amounts of $17.50
and $7.50 respectively, and at the rate of 3.50% per annum after August 1, 1956,
interest payable February 1, 1956, and semi-annually thereafter on February 1 and
August 1 in each year, and which bonds mature serially on February lst in the years
and amounts as follows: $2,000 in 1958, 1960, 1962, 1964 and 1966 and $3,000 in 1959,
1961, 1963, 1965 and 1967, without option of prior payment.
3. Both principal;and interest on said bonds shall be payable at the main
office of Northwestern National Bank of IUiinneapolis, in the City of I4inneapolis, Minn-
esota, and the village shall pay the reasonable charges of said bank for its services
as paying agent.
4. The bonds and the interest coupons to be thereto attached shall be in
substantially the following form:
No.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
VILLAGE OF CRYSTAL
$1,000
-UIPROVE-MENT BOND OF 1955
Curb and Gutter Improvement No. 10
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS That the Village of Crystal, Hennepin County,
September 20, 1955 (cont.)
Minnesota, acknowledges itself to be indebted and for value received hereby
promises to pay to bearer from its Curb and Gutter Improvement No. 10 Fund on the
lst day of February, 19 , without option of prior payment, the sum of ONE THOU-
SAND DOLLARS and to pay interest thereon from the date hereof until the prin-
cipal amount is paid at the rate of three and twenty-five hundredths per cent
(3.25%) per annum to February 1, 1956, four and seventy-five hundredths per
cent (4.75%) per annum from February 1, 1956 to August 1, 1956, represented by
separate interest coupons, and at the rate of three and twenty-five hundredths per
cent (3.25%) per annum after August 1, 1956, interest to maturity payable February
1, 1956, and semiannually thereafter on the lst day of February and the lst day
of August in each year in accordance with and upon presentation and surrender
of the interest coupons hereto attached as they severally become due. Both prin-
cipal and interest are payable at the main office of Northwestern National Bank
of Minneapolis, in the City of Minneapolis, Minnesota, in any coin or currency
of the United States of America which at the time of payment is legal tender for
public and private debts. For the prompt and full payment of such principal;and
interest as the same respectively become due the full faith, credit and taxing
powers of the village have been and are hereby irrevocably pledged.
This bond is one of an issue of $25,000 principal amount, all of like
date and tenor except as to maturity and interest rate, all issued by the village
for the purpose of providing money to defray the expense incurred in making curb
and gutter improvement No. 10, the cost of which is to be assessed against
benefited property as authorized by Chapter 429, Minnesota Statutes, and by
resolution of the council and is issued pursuant to;and in full conformity with
the Constitution and Laws of the State of Minnesota.
IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED AND RECITED That all acts, conditions and things
required by the Constitution and Laws of the State of Minnesota to be done, to
happen, to exist and to be performed precedent to and in the issuance of this
bond have been done, have happened, do exist and have been performed in regular
and due form, time and manner as so required; that the full faithand credit of
the village is pledged for the payment of the pincipal and interest of the bonds
of this issue when the moneys on hand in the appropriate fund are insufficient
for the purpose and ad valorem taxes will be levied upon all the taxable property
in the village, if needed, to take care of any deficiencies without limitation as
to rate or amount; and that the issuance of this bond did not cause the indebted-
ness of the village to exceed any constitutional or statutory limitation thereon.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Village of Crystal, Hennepin County, Minnesota,
by its Village Council, has caused this bond to be executed in its behalf by the
signatures of the Mayor and the Village Clerk, and its corporate seal to be hereto
affixed, and has caused the attached interest coupons to be executed and authen-
ticated by the facsimile signatures of said officers ll as of Au s 1 1955•
Mage Clerk
��- 7 ayor
(Seal)
(Form of Coupon)
No. t
On the lst day of February (August), 19 , the Village of Cy=stal,
IIernepi n Court; , Mi-nnesota, will pay to bearer out of Curb and Gutter Improvement
No. 10 Fund at the main office of Northwestern National Bank of Minneapolis,
Minneapolis, Minnesota, the sum of DOLLARS for interest then due
on its Improvement Bond dated August 1, 1955, No.
Fayor
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September 20, 1955 (cont.)
119
5. The bonds shall be prepared under the direction of the village clerk
and shall be executed on behalf of the village by the signatures of the mayor and
village clerk, and the corporate seal of said village shall be affixed to each
thereof, and the interest coupons shall. be executed and authenticated by the printed
facsimile signatures of said officers. When the bonds have been executed they shall
be delivered by the village treasurer to the purchasers thereof upon receipt of the
purchase price and the purchasers shall not be obli-ated to see to the proper
application thereof.
6. The bonds issued hereunder shall be payable from Curb and Gutter Improve-
ment No. 10 Fund hereby created, provided that if any payment of principal or interest
shall become due when there is not sufficient money in said fund to pay the same the
treasurer shall pay such principal or interest from the general fund of the village
and such fund shall be reimbursed for such advances out of proceeds of, assessments
for said improvement when collected. All proceeds of said bonds and assessments
shall be credited to said Curb and Gutter Improvement No. 10 Fund.
7. The council has determined that not lees than: the total cost of said
improvement -Till be paid by special assessments to be levied against every lot,
piece or parcel of land benefited by the said improvement. The village hereby
covenants and agrees that it will do;and perform, as soon as they can be done, all
acts and things necessary for the final and valid levy of such special assessments,
and in the event that any such assessment be at any time held invalid with respect
to any lot, piece or parcel of land, due to any error, defec t or irregularity in
any action or proceeding taken or to be taken by this council or any of the villagers
officers or employees, either in the making of such assessment or in the performance
of any condition precedent thereto, the village and. this council will forthwith do
all such further acts and take all such further proceedings as may be required by
law to make such assessments valid and binding liens upon such property.
8. It is hereby determined that collections of special assessments will be
in an amount at least five per cent in excess of the amount required to pay principal
of and interest on said bonds when due and no ad valorem tax levy is required.
9. The village clerk is hereby directed to file a certified copy of this
resolution with the Countu Auditor of Hennepin County, Minnesota, together with
such other information as he shall require, and to obtain from said County Auditor
his certificate that said bonds have been entered upon his bond register.
10. The village clerk and treasurer are hereby authorized and directed to
prepare and furnish to the purchasers of said bonds and to the attorneys approving
the same certified copies of all proceedings or records relating to said bonds and
to the financial affairs of the village, and such certified copies and certificates
shall be deemed representations of the village as to all facts stated therein.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Trustee
Headley, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof:
Heise, Headley, -Evans and Printon, and the following voted against the same:_ Nome
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
The Mayor announced that the meeting was convened for the consideration of bids
for the purchase of 6800,000 Sewer Improvement Bonds as advertised for sale. The
Clerk presented affidavits showing publication of notice of sale ten days in the
official newspaper and in Commercial West, which affidavits were examined and found
satisfactory and ordered placed on file.
Thn Cleric presented the sealed bids which had been delivered to him prior to the
time specified in the notice of bond sale, and said bids were opened, examined and
September 20, 1955 (cont.)
found to be as follows:
NAME OF BIDDER
B. J. VAN INGEN & COMPANY
Barcus, Kindred & Company
Central Republic Company
JOHN NUVE,'EN & COMPANY
Allan Blair & Company
Mannheimer -Egan, Inc.
J. 14. RAIN & COMPANY
Allison -Williams Company
Piper, Jaffray & Hopwood
Kalman & Company
Juran-Moody, Inc.
E. J. Prescott Company
Caldwell -Phillips Company
Shaughnessy & Company
H. E. Wood & Company
Woodard -Elwood & Company
New York
Chicago
Chicago
Chicago
Chicago
Saint Paul
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Saint Paul
Minneapolis
Saint Paul
Saint Paul
Saint Paul
Minneapolis
INTEREST RATE AMOUNT OF BID
)1958/1961-3.25% $800,146.00
)1962/1977-3.50%
)Plus additional interest
of 1-1/2% per annum for
theeriod 2/1/56 to
8/1156
)1958/1960-3.25% $800,265.80
)1961/1977-3.50%
)Plus additional interest
of 1% per annum for the
period 1111155 to 8/1/56
)1958/1971-3.50%
)1972/1977-3.40%
)Plus additional
)2.40% per annum
)period 2/1/56 to
$800, 000.00
interest of
for the
8/1/56
After due consideration of said bids, Trustee Robert J. Headley intro-
duced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF $800,000 SEWER IMPROV&ENT
BONDS, FIXING FORA AND SPECIFICATIONS THEREFOR,
DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY AND PROVIDING
FOR THEIR PAYMENT.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, Minne-
sota, as�follows:
1. The bid of B. J. Van Ingen & Company of New York City and Associates
to purchase $p800,000 Sewer Improvement Bonds of said village described in the
notice of sale thereof is hereby found and determined to be the highest and
best bid received pursuant to duly advertised notice of sale and shall be and is
hereby accepted, said bid being to purchase said bonds bearing interest as
follows: bonds Nos. 1 to 160 inclusive maturing in the years 1958 to 1961
inclusive at the rate of 3.25/ per annum to February 1, 1956, at the rate of
4.75% per annum from February 1, 1956, to August 1, 1956, represented by separate
interest coupons in the amounts of $16.25 and $7.50 respectively, and at the rate
of 3.25% per annum after August 1, 1956, and bonds Nos. 161 to 800 inclusive
maturing in the years 1962 to 1977 inclusive at the rate of 3.50% per annum to
February 1, 1956, at the rate of 5% per annum from February 1, 1956, to August
1, 1956, represented by separate interest coupons in the amounts of $17.50 and
07.50 respectively, and at the rate of 3.50% per annum after August 1, 1956,
at a price of $800,146.00. The village treasurer is directed to retain the good
Mth check of the purchaser pending completion of the sale and delivery of the
bonds and the lvillage clerk is directed to return the checks of unsuccessful
bidders forthwith.
2. The Village of Crystal shall forthwith issue its negotiable coupon
Sewer Improvement Bonds in the principal amount of $800,000, said bonds to be
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121
dated August 1, 1955, to be 800 in number and numbered 1 to 800, both inclusive,
iA the denomination of .;-1000 each, bearing interest as above set forth, payable
February 1, 1956 and semiannually thereafter on February 1 and August 1 in each year,
and which bonds mature serially on February lst in the amount of $40,000 in each
of the years 1958 to 1977, both inclusive, all bonds of this issue maturing after
August 1, 1971, being subject to redemption on said date and any interest payment
date thereafter in inverse numerical order at par and accrued interest.
3. Both principal and interest on said bonds shall be payable at the main
office of The Northwestern National Bank of Minneapolis, in I1Iinneapolis, Minnesota
and the village shall pay the reasonable charges of said bank for its services
as paying agent.
4. The bonds and the interest coupons to be thereto attached shall be in
substantially the following form:
No.
UNITED STATES OF AMIGA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
VILLAGE OF CRYSTAL
SEWER IMIPROVEM= BOND OF 1955.
$1,000
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE FRES.ENTS That the Village of Crystal, Hennepin County,
IvZinnesota, acknowledges itself;to be indebted and for value received hereby promises
to pay to bearer from its 1955 Sewer Improvement Bond Fund on the lst day of February,
19 , the sum of ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS and to pay interest thereon from the date
hereof until the principal amount is paid at the rate of three and twenty-five
hundredths per cent (3.250) per annum to February 1, 1956, four and seventy-five
hundredths per cent (4.750) per annum from February 1, 1956, to August 1, 1956, represented
by separate interestcoupons, and at the rate of three and twenty-five hundredths
per cent (3.250) per annum after August 1, 1956, interest to maturity payable Feb-
ruary 1, 1956 and semiannually thereafter on the lst day of February and the lst day
of August in each year in accordance with and upon presentation and surrender of
the interest coupons hereto attached as they severally become due. Both principal
and interest are payable at the main office of
in any coin or currency of the United States of America which at the time of payment
is legal tender for public and private debts. For the prompt and full payment of
such principal and interest as the same respectively become due the full faith,
credit and taxing powers of the village have been and are hereby irrevocably pledged.
All bonds of this issue maturing after August 1, 1971, are subject to re-
demption on said date and any interest payment date thereafter in inverse numerical
order at par and accrued. interest. Thirty days prior notice of redemption will be
given by mail to the bank where the bonds are payable and to the last known holder.
Holders desiring to receive such notice must register their names, addresses and
bond numbers with the village clerk.
This bond is one of an issue of x`800,000 principal Amount, all of like date
and tenor except as to maturity, interest rate and redemption privilege, all issued
by the village for the purpose of providing money to defray the expense incurred or to
be incurred in making Sewer Improvements Nos. 8 and 9 as authorized by Chapter 4.29,
Minnesota Statutes, and by resolution of the council and is issued pursuant to and
in full conformity with the Constitution and Laws of the State of Minnesota.
IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED AND RECITED That all acts, conditions and things
required by the Cohstitution;and Laws of the State of Minnesota to be done, to
12 2 September 20, 1955 (cont.)
happen, to exist and to be performed precedent to and in the issuance of this bond
have been done, have happened, do exis and have been performed in regular and due
form, tine and manner as so required; that the full faith and credit of the village
is pledged for the payment of the principal and interest of the bonds of this
issue when the moneys on hand in the appropriate fund are insufficient for the
purpose and taxes will be levied upon all of said property, if needed, to take
care of any deficiency, without limitation as to rate or amount;and that the
issuance of this bond did not cause the indebtedness of the village to exceed
any constitutional or statutory limitation thereon.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Village of Crystal, Hennepin County, Minnesota,
by its Village Council, has caused this bond to be executed in its behalf by
the signature of the Mayor and countersigned by the Village Clerk and its torpor -a
ate seal to be hereto affixed, and has caused the attached interest coupons to be
executed and authenticated by the facsimile signatures of said officers, all as
of August 1, 1955-
iMayor
Countersigned
Village Clerk
(Seal)
(Form of Coupon)
No.
On the lst day of February (August), 19 , the Village of Crystal,
Hennepin County, Minnesota, will pay;to bearer out of 1955 Sewer Improvement
Bond Fund, at the main office of
the sum of DOLLARS for interest then due
on its Sewer Irlprovement Bond dated August 1, 1955, No. -
Tlayor
Village Clerk
5. The bonds shall be prepared under the direction of the village clerk
and shall be executed on behalf of the village by the signature of the mayor
and countersigned by the village clerk, and the corporate seal of the village
shall be affixed to each thereof, and the interest coupons shall be executed and
authenticated by the printed facsimile signatures of said officers. When the
bonds have b en so executed they shall be delivered by the village treasurer to
the purchaser thereof upon receipt of the purchase price heretofore agreed upon,
and the purchaser shall not be obligated to see to the proper;application thereof.
6. The bonds issued hereunder shall be payable from 1955 Sewer Improve-
ment Bond Fund heretofore created, provided that if any payment of principal or
interest shall become due when there is not sufficient money in said fund to pay
the same the treasurer shall pay such principal or interest from the general
fund of the village and such fund shall be reimbursed for such advances out of
proceeds of assessments for said improvement when collected.
7. It is hereby determined that the estirna.ted collections of special
assessments and other revenues pledged for the payment of said bonds will produce
at least five per cent in excess of the amounts needed to meet when due the
principal and interest payments on the bonds and no ad valorem taxes shall. be levied.
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The village clerk shall deliver to the County Auditor of Hennepin County a certified
copy of this resolution and obtain his certificate in accordance with Secticn
475.63, Idnnesota Statute -s, as amended.
8. The officers of the village are hereby authorized and directed to prepare
and furnish to the purchaser of the bonds and to the attorneys approving the same
certified copies of all proceedings and records of the village relating to -said
bonds and to the _financial condition and affairs of the village, and such other
certificates, affidav=its and tra.scripts as may be required to show the facts within
their knowledge, cr as shown by the books and records in their custody and under
their control relating to the validity and marketability of said bonds, and such
instruments, including any heretofore furnished, shall. be deemed representations
of the village as to the .facts stated therein.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Trustee
Kenneth L. Evans and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor
thereof: Harvey H. Heise, Kenneth L. Evans, Robert J. Headley, John R. Printon and
the following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared
duly passed and adopted.
Motion by Pr,i_nton seconded by Headley that we accept the bid of Orfei & Marian & -4
Sons, Inc. in the amount of 1;1,203,302.81 for Sanitary Sewer Improvement #9fJ r''
Construction and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into a contract with them.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that a permit be granted Minneapolis Gas
Co. to install a gas main as per their Job S-374, Hajor Avenue North - North of 35th Y
Avenue North.
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that permission be granted Northern States
Power Company;to set poles at the following locations:
One Pole - Welcome Avenue and Corvallis Avenue
One Pole - Welcome Avenue and Fairview Avenue
notion by Headley seconded by Printon that we approve the application of Grudem
Bros. nc. for a license to•install and maintain Gas Heating
Co.,, , g Equipment for
the period of September 20th, 1955 through December 31, 1955 subject to corporate
seal on bond.
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that we approve the application of Western
Electric Co. for an Electrical license for the period of September 20th, 1955 f /
through December 31, 1955.
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that we approve the applications of Frank
Eha Heating and Plumbing Company for a Plumbing License and a Heating License, 4-�y
both licenses to run from September 20th, 1955 through December 31,'1955 subject
to corporate seal on Bonds.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we authrrize the Mayor and. Clerk;to
enter into an agreement with Robbinsdale for mutual use of -Sanitary Sewer Systems.
Trustee Headley introduced the;following ordinance and'moved for its adoption:
ORDINANCE NO. 55-17
ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING RULES, RATES AND CHARGES FOR
SANITARY SWM SERVICE IN THE VILLAGE OF CRYSTAL,
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINN.
The Village Council of the Village of Crystal do ordain as follows:
Section 1. Definitions. Unless the language clearly indicates that a different
124' September 20, 1955 (cont.)
meaning is intended, the following terms and phrases shall be given the meaning set
out below for the purpose of this ordinance:
A."Normal Sewage's is water -carried waste products from residences, public buildings,
business or industrial establishments, schools, or any other buildings or
structures, including the excrementitious or other discharge from human beings
or animals, together with such ground water infiltration as may be present.
B."Industrial Waste" is any liquid, gaseous or solid waste substance re-
sulting from any process of industry, manufacturing, trade, business, the
development of any natural resource or any similar activity.
Section 2. Classifications: The following classifications of sewer users
are hereby established:
Class 1. Residence or residential. unit (two motel units shall equal one residen-
tial unit)
Filling Station
Church
Garage
Drive-in
Barber shop
Neighborhood Grocery
Bakery
Business establishment with 10 or less employees having private rest
room facilities only:
Class 2. Bowling Alley
Roller Rink
Restaurant
Bank
Business establishment with more than 10 but less than 26 employees
with private rest room facilities only.
Class 3. On Sale Liquor establishment not serving food
Meat Market
IJiedical Clinic
Drug Store with fountain and lunch counter
Business establishment with more than 25 but less than 51 employees
with private rest room facilities only.
Class h. On Sale Liquor establishment serving food, with seating capacity of_
less than 101 persons
Business establishment with more than 50 or less than 76 employees with
private rest room facilities only.
Class 5. On Sale Liquor establishment, serving food, with seating capacity over
100 persons.
Business estalklishment with more than 75 employees and private rest room
facilities only
Laundromats
Large Super Fiarkets
Section 3. Rates. The following rates and charges for use and service of the
sanitary sewer system are hereby established, such charges and rates to be made against
each lot, parcel of land, unit or premises which may have a connection directly
or indirectly into the village sanitary sewer system and which discharges only normal
sewage into such system.
A. Flat Charges. Where the rate is not based upon the metered use of water
the following quarterly flat charges shall be made:
Class
1
4.50
Class
2
12.00
Class
3
36.00
Class
!
66.00
Class
5
90.00
September 20, 1955 (cont.)
B. Schools. For each public or private school the quarterly flat charge shall
be charged whether school is in session or not and shall be based upon the number
of students enrolled at the beginning of the quarterly billing period or the pre-
ceding period of school is not then in session and shall be as follows:
For each 100 grade school students or fraction
in excess thereof $4.50
C. Metered Flow Charges. For all premises where the rate is to be based upon
metered use of water the rate shall be 121;¢ per hundred cubic feet of water.
Section 4. Metering Water Supply in Lieu of Flat Charge. A meter recording the
use of water may be installed on any nonresidential lot, parcel, premises or unit
enumerated in Section 2 of this ordinance and thereafter the rate shall be based
upon such use of water. The Village Council may, by resolution, require and order
the installation of such meter on any such lot, parcel, premises or unit or class
thereof where it shall determine that the aforementioned flat charges are im-
practical to apply, or result in inequitable charges because insufficient or ex-
cessive; and thereafter the rate shall be based upon such use of water.
Section 5. Installation of Meter. Any water meter installed for use or used as a
basis for the computation of sewer rates shall be installed and maintained in
good operating condition at all times, such installation and maintenance to be
without expense to the village. Any such meter shall be of a type approved by
the Village Council, and shall accurately measure all water received on the
premises. Installation of and maintenance of such meter shall be made in
accordance with the plumbing regulations of this village.
Section 6. Water Used Not Entering Sewer System. If the lot, parcel of land, or
premises discharges normal sewage or industrial waste into the sanitary sewerage
system, either directly or indirectly, and it can be shown to the satisfaction
of the Village Council that a portion of the water measured by the water meter
does not and cannot enter the sanitary sewerage system, then, and in that event,
the Village Council may permit or require the installation of other or additional
meters in such a manner that the quantity of water which actually could enter
the sewer system may be determined. In such case the charges or rates shall be
based upon the amount of water which can enter the sanitary sewerage system.
Section 7. Supplying Information. The owner, occupant, or person in charge of
any premises shall supply the village with such information as the village may
reasonably require related to use of water, use of sewer, or sewer rates. Wilful
failure to provide such information or wilful falsification of such information
shall constitute a violation of this ordinance, ae,.ghlall. vri_1ful failure to comply
with any recfairement or order issued pursuant to this ordinance.
Section 8. Estimated Bills. If the owner, occupant or person in charge of any
premises shall fail or refuse to provide information as provided in Section 7
hereof, or shall fail or refuse to comply with any requirement of this ordinance,
the proper charge for such premises shall be estimated and billed in accordance
with such estimate.
Section 9. Beginning Service. For a fraction of a quarter the charges and rates
for non -metered units shall be pro -rated according to the month of the quarter
in which connection to the sewer is made.
Section 10. Billing. Bills for charges for the use and service of the sewerage
system shall be made out by the Village office in accordance with the usual and
customary prac-'Gi.ce. All bills shall be payable at the Village office. Bills
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shall be rendered quarterly.
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Section 11. Collect; ons. All bills shall be Jlie and payable when rendered. . If
payment is not mads vi -thin ten dans of mailing of the bill a penalty of 10% or 50
cents, ?whichever is greater, shall be added to the amount due on such bill. When
a charge is more than 1,5 days past due civil action may be begun on behalf of the
vill0.g^ for the collection of said_ sewage service charge,and if such charge is
not paid within 60 days after due the said unpaid charge plus ,penalty may be
certified to the county auditor with the taxes again_ -'t such property and shall be
collected -with other taxes on such property.
Section 12. All. revenues derived f_rom these rates and chargres shall be credited to
t'hf_ ue>wer Operating 1 on(l . "ach r>vnnies shall be used only for the purpose of
paying the cost of operating and maintaining the sewage system, paying charges made
by the City of h:inneapclis, providing an adequate depreciation fund, paying costs
of meter -reading, billing, collection, and other similar or related sewer operating
expenses.
Section 13. Violations. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the
provisions of this ordinance, shall upon conviction thereof, be punished by a .fine
of not to exceed ;"100 or by imprisonr:ient for not to exceed 90 days.
Passed this 20th day of September, 1955
,fittest:
Hayor
Clerk
(Published in the North Hc-nnepin Post September 29, 1955•)
The motion for the adoption of tht= foregoi
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Trustee Evans, and upon vote being taken thereon the follouring voted in favor
thereof: Heists, Printon, 2vans, and Headley, and the following voted against
the same: ?Mone, whereupon said ordinance was declar�.d duly passed and adopted.
Trustee Heady, y introduced the follcin_ng ordinan: �� and mo•,red for its adoption:
CRDINANCE NO. 55-18
AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH A PUBLIC RECRELTION CGI- ZSSION
FGR THE COi:lTUNITY :iTHIN THE BOUKDARIES OF THE CITY CF
RCDDIN61�1�E AND THE VILLAGE CF CRYSTAL, HENNEPIN COUNTY,
i�i•INNESCTA.
Section 1. There is h?reby created a Recreation Commission for the area within
the boundaries of th- City of Robbinsdale and the Village of Crystal_. Said
Commission shall consist of six members to be appointed as follows: Cne member
from the Council of the City of Robbinsdale to b - appointed by that Council for
a term of two years; one member from the Council of the Villaue of Crystal to be
appointed by that Council for a term of two years; two members at large from the
City of Robbinsdale to be appointed by the Mayor, with the approval of the Council,
one for a term of one year and one for a term of three years; two members at large
from the Village of Crystal to be appointed by the Mayor, with the approval of the
Council, one for a term of one year and one for a term of three years. In case of
vacancy during the term of office of any of the aboverrembers, the governing units
will appoint a new member to serve the remainder of the term. The respective terms
of office of members appointed from the Governing units shall expire at the end of
the time for which they have been elected to their respective governing units. New
1
1
1
September 20, 1955 (cont.) . -
127
New members appointed after the original coimmission shall be appointed for a term
of three years. ?Members of the Commission shall serve without compensation.
Immediately following the appointment of all members of the original commission,
the commission shall meet and organize themselves by electing such officers as may
be necessary, and shall adopt such rules, by-laws and regulations for the conduct of its
work as it seems necessary and advisable. One of these regulations shall be a provision
for a re -malar monthly meeting of the commission. Four members present at a regular
or special meeting of the commission shall constitute a quorum.
Section 2. The Recreation Commission shall have the power to conduct a program
of public recreation within the boundaries of th-e City of Robbinsdale and
the Village of Crystal on facilities made available to it by its repective govern-
ing units. The Commission may create a Citizens Recreation Cormittee, whose purpose,
although only advisory, shall be to assist the Commission in ascertaining the
Communities' r -creational needs and interest, future planning, interpretations
and in any other way advantagous to the Commission.
Section 3. The Recreation Commission shall have the power to employ, and
to determine the compensation _-X, a trained and qualified Superintendent of Recreation
and such other assistants, supervisors, directors, play leaders and other employees
as may be necessary in its jud",rent for the efficient aclainistration, conduct and
develpment of the public recreation pro-= . Said Superintendent of Recrea+-ion shall
serve as the executive effi.ccr cf the Commission, and may act as its secretary. It
shall be th- -�-wty �-r t}._ .aip-mission to make reco-rsnendations to the respective govern-
mental units, concerning property acquisition needed to co.nplete a comprehensive
recreational program and to advise in Paris planning and improvement of the recre-
ational facilities.
Section !�. The commission shall render annually a full report to its component
bodies covering its operation for the fiscal year. Together with a detailed account
of its estimated fund reqiirenents for the ensuing year.
Section 5. The Recreation Com -is i:Dn shall be f;nanced by annual appropriations
from its component bodies. The co,~nnission shall as:oertai.n its needs and submit
a budret to ; its component bodies. All :-honey earnar',-ed for use by the Commission
shall remain in the respective governmental treasurer and be paiO out by such
order as regal red. All payments from funds earmarket� from the Comm -i --sion shall
be approved in advance b th^ Coii,ssien. Ad-ministrative expense of the Commission
shall be shared on a per f apita basis using census oath „ =ar from school District
,�2!). Said Co^nni ssi.on -i s authorized- and empotrered to receive t i fts, bequests or
endowments of money 4s donations ant this money alone -ith any funds derived from
earninr-s shall be �eposit�= l in c. Up-ci al a,cconnt. rnar-a-e-1 by the commission.
Section 6. Th':^oi1pon-2nt governmental units reserve the right to determine the
amount, to be s ilocated to the RecrE-ation Coinma.ssion. mhe Coiwi ssi on shall set a
date in August of each year to meet jointly with both Councils to review the.
ordinance and the program.
Passed by the Village Council of the Village of Crystal this 20th day of September,
1955.
Attest: ilayor.
Clerk
(Published in The North Hennepin Post September 29, 1.955.)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Trustee
September 20, 1955 (cont„)
E7rans, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof:
Prev.Dist.
Heise, Printon, Evans and Headley; and the following voted against the same:
Robort Fischbach
None, whereupon said ordinance was declared duly passed and adopted.
8.95
11otion bir Printon seconded by Lkrans that we execute request for an audit for
the 1955 by the Department
Gin^ral
year of of Public &a -miners.
5
Crystal Lbr.Co.
Motion by Printon seconded by moans that Public Hearings on P.I.R.-B Improve-
38.72
ments and Improvement #7 Assessments be set for 8:00 o'clock P.M. on Friday,
General
October 7, 1955 at Crystal Village Hall.
Iowa State Coll.egeGeneral_
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we accept the Utility Easement of
George Heidelberger
12.13
and Margaret C. Heidelberger.
General
S�I1:otion by Printon seconded by Evans that we accept the Drainage and utility
H.A. ogers Co.
Easement of Associated Contractors, Inc.
�05
:lotion by Printon seconded by Headley that we accept the easement, for roadway
purposes, from the Evangelical Lutheran Church as follows:
L-alertYar„s
p
S?� y The S 23' of Lot 1, Auditor's Subdivision h3ll,, according
11.. 0
to the plat on file in the office of the Register of Deeds
G-n,-ral
in and for said County of Hennepin.
'lorchert,-In`erzoll
c
:otion by Evans seconded by Printon that we authorize :art Bolier, Inc. and
?
61.h�
5%- Crystal 1"Ictors to construct sewer line on Corvallis between Vera Cruz and
General
ti,rP.lcome Avenue.
Incl. SchoolDist,21
Lot-2on by Printon seconded by Evans that we approve thF. application of St.
5f- Raphaelts Chvtrc'- for a beer license to sell beer at their fall festival on
September 25, 1955.
1.110tion by Headley, seconded. by Printon that we accept the easement from
6p r i nneapoli s, Northfiel,_;_ and Southern Railway for sanitary sewer purposes.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that we approve the folleV.ing properly
verif-l-ed accounts. -
_s
p
ccounts:
sh-Serv.Assn.
Prev.Dist.
131;,25
Robort Fischbach
Prev.Dist.
8.95
Farnham Stationery
Gin^ral
291.-52
Crystal Lbr.Co.
General
38.72
''Prry Hill K((nnol
General
203.00
Iowa State Coll.egeGeneral_
12.13
I,ior-Auto.Co.
General
5 50
H.A. ogers Co.
C,ner3
�05
T
L-alertYar„s
p
U^`
-neral.
11.. 0
Fire EquIp. Co.
G-n,-ral
12. r',,-
'lorchert,-In`erzoll
c
G, .n��ra1
?
61.h�
Tee -Bo Cffi .e Supply
General
1,02 W
Incl. SchoolDist,21
General.
2.65
E_:gle Contract .Inc .
Ceneral
139.50
State of :Minn.
General
11.00
Serv.Parts Co.
General
11.06
Crystal Motors
GProral
4.72
Leigh II:Orrol"r
Park
15.55
Duffy
U
1�a..
7,g0
3Ii ke Scott
Park
7.80
I,i711 or -Davis
PIR -L
21.00
Ther=: being no further business, the meeting :ras adjourned, aubj,ct tc call of
the Chai
Cleric President o t� e ouneil
Minutes of September 20, 1955
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON
STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Village of Crystal, Minnesota
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Village Council of the Village of Crystal,
Minnesota, will meet in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall in said Village
on Friday the 7th day of October, 1955, at 8 o'clock P.M. to hear, consider
and pass upon ;all written or oral objections, if any, to the proposed assessments
in respect to the following improvements:
SIDEKALK:
47th Ave. (North side) from Douglas Drive
to Forest School
CURB AND GUTTER:
Georgia Ave. (Both sides) 42nd to 43rd (N-21 block);
S side 43rd Ave. 1/2 block E and W of Georgia;
4butting Lots 1 through 8 Ostmans 2nd Add. and
Blk. 1 Ostmans Add.
Toledo Ave. Wilshire Boulevard to Bass Lake Road
GRADING AND GRAVELING:
Orchard Ave. 54th to 56th Ave.
Brunswick Ave. 46th to 47th Ave.
38th Ave. Douglas Drive to W.Village Limits
Yates Ave., 34th to N Line Lots 10 and 17
Blk 2 Rosedale Acres
Hampshire Ave., 46th to 47th.
Oil StabLi.zation:
47th Ave., High -ray #52 to Perry Ave.
Valley Place, Louisiana to Jersey Ave.
Oiling:
Florida Ave., 53rd to 54th Ave.
Zane Ave., 36th to N. Line of Lot 1,
Block 1, Sandbergs Add.
46th Ave., Florida to Hampshire
40th Ave. Douglas to 1/2 block W. of Georgia
54th Ave., W. Broadway to Murray Lane 5th Add.
Elmhurst, Bass Lake Road to 60th
Hampshire, Bass Lake Road to 59th;
59th, Dudley, 58th, 57th and Brentwood,
Elmhurst to Hampshire; Cloverdale, Elmhurst
to West Broadway.
53rd Ave. Douglas to Murray Lane 5th Add.
The proposed assessment roll is now on file in the office of the Village
Clerk and open to inspection by all persons interested. The entire amount
assessed against any parcel of land will be payable, unless prepaid, in ten
(10) equal installments, except as to oiling improvements which will be
payable in one (1) year, and grading and grav eling and oil stabilization
!` which will be payable in five (5) annual installments,the first of said
installments to be payable with general taxes in the year 1955, collectible
l t
i
with such taxes during the year 1956.
For a period of 30 days after the date of the resolution levying
said assessment the entire amount of the assessment against any parcel
of land can be paid without interest. After that date the entire amount
of the assessment can be paid at any time with interest to December 31
of the year in which payment is made. The first installment will be
payable with interest at the rate of 5% per annum on the entire assess-
ment from the date of the resolution levying said assessment to December
31, 1956, and each subsequent installment shall be payable with one year's
interest at said rate on all unpaid installments.
All properties abutting upon said improvements and within one-half
block thereof on sidestreets and all property lying within the areas
described are liable to be assessed for the making of said improvements
and the Council will then and there pass upon all objections to said
assessments and may amend the proposed assessments as to any tract, lot
or parcel of land.
At such meeting all persons interested in such assessments may
appear before the Village Council and state their reasons why said
assessments or any particular item thereof should not be adopted. All
persons desiring to object to said assessments shall on or before the
date.of said hearing file with Village Clerk, a written statement of the
objections and all the objections not specified therein shall be deemed
waived. A further opportunity will be given at said hearing to make
oral objections.
BY ORDER OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL
KEN EVANS
Village Clerk
Dated: September 20, 1955
Publish in North Hennepin -Post September 22, 1955.
I�
Sr ptonb-r 27, 1q5r
°ursuant to � call 1 IlOt ce thex'eof,E. rr-Cular r•,eeting of t;eye 7-* I l age Colmcil
of the Vi lla�c° of C �rs�`.w-_, i:i nnesota� 1,,,-a--czu1J" held- at t? --e Hall- in said
Till -a— Ze on Tu,-�s!,ay, the, 27th day o S�ptemb?r. 1951, at 8:00 of„I ^^?= F-., TT7 t,i1
un,- fol.o rln,, ,,e1byrs
present: H;--,-, P-rniin, H_a'1F-1 •r
7r<:nsta:'
and tile absent. _(-T', .
lc_n`:ati r— appr,: V%l Y n1''C' til:' P7-,' t 7 _'.n an -3 _ p-r-pective,
it^\`'r2lcrd Pa2It SlUcti^-)a-J he S. E. cornrrJof `()th i,venue
iTo= th, a :' 11 y}i;�dj i"1(""0 = t., c by t -he i Tann, ` r : : c) T
iiot;.cn by ?r -_s}wa 3rnon- _ �' i,-,�,'� . r that approval be •rwnte.,, the division o"
/ SF o`' .Lot C, ii1?'_toi'ts .��:i,'_..",':., - ;,'31 ._ 'c thrf — i,lece-- described as follows,
as recommended by the Plarnin Cor i; -c ssion.
E 65.1,' of S LOU Q; except S 231 for road purposes.
S" of Lot 8; `_'=-pt, th,, S 2"1 for Road
purposes
the S3 of .Lot 8, e,cc apt th• � y 130 . IS t and exc-pt, the .•l. 301 ani? the S 231.
::c ti or_ by Headle,, secondFd by Pr_i_nton that approval be granted for building penriit_ �,
;17123 to Roland Luna fpr hanger at tl2e Crystal. Airport as recorimendeci by the
Planning Commis:;ion.
11otion by Bronstad secondE by jl- <.r'l-rr that approval be `ranted for ballidin- permit �
os? th-e--,r cl
i; 70, for Lu,._ _ �.� Chttr at 7th and Ha-,i1,psire Ave. Yo. as recon -mended by tl-ie
Flanni_n- Cciirii_ssion.
,Iot;_oar. by Printon scc_n' = _ 1;�- Bronstad V?,'at appy'".,,,wl b, 2raz.tr':' for a buildin
perr,ri t +o 7,%. P. 3ePeh for an off i c,-2 and storm-'_ huill i ng at 5505 on 56th Avenue
North, as recommended by the PlannlnCOJPII-ISi on.
Lotion by LIVans seconded by Bronstad that we approve the application of Prior Lake
aectri c for an electrical 1.1 cense for the pt-riod -,f September 27, 1955 through
Dec er.ber 31, 1955
:otion by Print^n' seccnder' h;;- u,a(!] (, that, we approve the application of Minneapolis
Gas Heat 2hEineeri-ng, Inc. for a HcatinE license for the per.-Iod of September 13, ,7
1955 through DPceniber 31, 1955.
4" 1lotion b Headley sEconze b Brorstalt tin i wc �pth stre et, :arylano, h
to
53tf , -n ,xxray Lane 6th A Jl , tion and release the 9000.0' bond as recommended. -5
bur the Vit, ag L Engineer.
i:otion b,- HEadlo r ,eccnr?eed b;;- Printon that we approve the application of Chet Berg
for an Auctioneer's Lice, .: t for the, peri o, of October Z, anti October 11, 1955. -
i:otion by Leans secordec, by 9ronst3:1 that, a 1 ermi t be granted Hi.nneapolis Gas
Co. to install a Cas main in accordance with their Job S-380 on Scott Avenue -l0
North and ,ilshvi rc- Blv .
.• otion by
Printon seconded by Brcnsta:' tbat v.e approve the
application of. Ken's
Bowling ALl ey for a cigarette license fcr the pE:ri.od of l!
nionths starting' - /(
September
12, 1955.
..otion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we approve the
"Bowling Centre for a license to operate a lunch counter for
application of Ken's
the starting -/,�;L,
period
Septer_ber
27, 1955 a.nd ending December 31; 1955.
TMotion by
Headley seconded by .Evans that. ,,e accept the bond
of Dudley I. Krenz to /-27cover
his
appoint�!ent to the o.ffi_ce of Juatice of the Peace
for Crystal Village.
130
ve'ptc.illb e -r 27, 1955 (CCnt. j
?'ot1on by Rror_ti•tad seconded by Headley that we accept the easement of Clara B.
,Ihglund and Kenneth J. Englund for the N. 231 of Lot 16 Auditor's Subdivision
1A No. 31) according to the plat on file and of record at the office of the
Register. of Deeds, County of Hennepin.
Lotion by Deans seconded by Bronstad that 11r. Holmgren, 7125 59th Avenue North,
be appointed a member of the joint Robbinsdale-Crystal Recreation Commission
as recommended by the 1:ayor of Crystal.
Iv=otion by Headley seconded by Deans that John Printon be appointed a member of
(�. the joint Robbi nsdale-Crystal Recreation Coiiu� i scion as recoirn nded by the 1:ayor
of Crrstal.
I•:otion by Printon seconded b;r Bronstad. that ,,re auth,cr=i ze Crfei & ' ariani & Sons,
Inc. to sub -contract, to Phelps -_'rake, Co., Inc . , port ior-is of Sanitary sewer
project:; as foIlows: projects B, C, D, L, F and a small -portion of J, with
the provision that Phelps -Drake Co., Inc., provides the Village of Crystal
with proper bond and irsurancc coverage.
lotion by Printon seconded by Rronctad that the f_irin of Thershov and Cerny,
Inc. be engaged to draw up prey i.minary plans for a new village hall for the
V'llaye of Crystal and. the 111ayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into a
contract with them regarding the architectual fees involved.
At r:30 c1clock P.
Iiayor Heise announced that
this was the time and place for opening of bids for
Bituminous Surfacing as advertised
in the North Hennepin
Post on September
15, 1955•
jet Bids were received
from the following:
Fury an 3- Carlson,
Inc., 1linneapoli s, Xinn.
567.00
J. V. Gleason, St.
Louis Park, Minn.
4381.50
After final tabulations the following motion was made:
Notion by Pr;_nton seconded by Headley that the bid of J. V. Gleason for
Bitwn�nous Surfacing in the amount of y�1'1381.50 be accepted and the 1aayor and
Clerk_ be authorized to enter into a contract with him.
I:ot.ior, by Bronstad seconded by Printon that the i:ayor and Clerk be authorized
to enter into contracts on P,esilent engineering with the fine of Pf-ifer
�' 8. Sh•���-z.
Trr. st.�e "ronsta l introduced_ the folio*,ring resolution and movef, f cr its adopt -'-,on:
RiSCLUTICN CIL"�NGT";G LOCATION OF THR.0 STOP SIGNS
Al"D, OBTAINING P FZISSION TO INSTALL OV?RHFAD SIGNALS
,dii R�tiS, it has been established that the bulk of vehicle traffic occurs
on the Bass Lake Roma and
the traffic problen. at the intereection of Bass Lake Road and
,gest Broadway has increased and
1TiERF,.S, the Thru Stop Signs are presently located on the Bass Lake Road,
YOW THLF,�'OREE BE IT I;'y: ;CLV:ET that the Crystal Vil i age Council obtain per-
scion _frc'i� thn TI�_r.nep-+n Co,inty Highway Departmw-nt t.e:
1
1
September 27, 1955. (cont-)
1. Charge In^a o;i cr of ThrU Step Signs "roin Bass Lake Road to 1'F=st Broadi'ay
2. C-7 -nal s ?;hen avai lG-)l`_ .
After due consin--rat, on Tr .stee .bans s -cone -ed fors_ c•ni ng rFsoluti on and on roll
call the folloiring voted in favor thereof: Bronstad, Headley, Printon, Evans and
Iiei.sF. ani the fcllo�,71,ng voted against. same: N^ne, whereby the resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted.
M=otion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we approve the foldoid_ng verified
accounts:
Dart Is Dccavati.ng
John Irving
Ed Ryan, Sheriff.
rfei-Per & Shultz
P` e-ifer 8_
J. V. Gleason
Phelps -Drake Co.,
�.i
lliams Harcware
Am. Bit.& Asph.
Larry Laimlan
Jerry Olson
I.11ton L. Stacy
Red Owl, Inc.
Russ Grosser Hdwe.
Farnham Supply
PIR -B
?("0.73
Ceneral
)!(-,.73
('Too -p i`a1
11.00
Sp.As.Bd.
J'ti •iau. D -7 .
71;. 23
General
2433.86
Sp.As.Dd.8730.90
Gene ral
4! r . 07
General
1079.32
P=_rk
10.45
Park
"x.10
St. Sew. Res.
5.56
General
7.00
General
52.41
General
19.00
There being no further business,
the Chair
C'_e
Boyer- Gi 1 f i_l 1 an
Robert Dunn
Pfeifer zm,l Scl.ltz
1`_L 1_- Shultz
7-
,i.'W. Plat ► '31c.
Standard Cil Co.
An-ico Draina e
Barton Contracting
Lawrence _"uffy
:like Scott
Remington Rand
Nichols & Shoening
Ken Evans,Petty Cash
General
Ceneral
Sr.hs.Bci.
Sp. As.Bd.
General
General
General
General
General
Park
Park.
General
General
General
1897.0",
11.1 7.00
52 9 . pC
215.75
298.19
1. .50
367.1)
11.)}8
6-t,4
6.55
°..5
13.00
1�t.04
39.90
the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of
resident -the ouncil
13 2 September 28, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, iiinnesota was duly held -in the Forest Grade School
Auditorium in said Village on the 28th day of September, 1955 at 8:00 otclock P.I,I.
The following members were present: He-f_sc, BAon-stad, Headley, Printon and
Evans and the following were absent: None.
The clerk announced that the proposed assessment roll for Sanitary Sewer Im-
provement No. 8, all as set out in Notice of Public Hearing, had been filed in
iv his office and written notice of the hearing had been given in the form and
manner required by law, for 8:00 o'clock P.h. on this date.
The :Mayor -announced that the meeting was open .for consideration of objections
to the assessments as filRd with the Village Clerk_.
The clerk reported that no written objections had been received.
The folloTaing persons present went on record as objecting to the assessments
levied against their properties:
Mame Address
Irvin 0. Ganz
61,25
- 117th Aven7)r
T_dort•h
Leonard G. Nelson
65'Il
- 47th Avrnu_e
North
TI. I1. Ha; n
6529
- !7th Avenue
North
Lelb- t Jensor,
61,2(9
- 1;lst Ati nu.e
North
Sobert Headley
6328
- 1;1st )x,_nue
North
i n ert. I Liball
650p
- 11,t ATrenue
P'orth
T,7 1
1,alter Cdea}�
X3!;3
-Vera Cruz
Sylvcs+. _r Hansen
6505
- 1;7th Avenue
North
rill an 1. Hai.:.
F�329
- 1; 7th live n,,,e
II,_/:.nth
Stan ,'.. Ba�_ler
20
- '!' st rivenue
North
Glenn. =li_ot
61;00
- '6th Avenue
North
Lrs. J. P. Hoff.
61101
- 1;6th 11venT1-_
North
Paul P.I.asencia
5811_
- Pennsylvania
ulgar Pugh
F,r .1!
- 116th Av,7nue
North
Grant C. Tern, ss
61+211
- 1;64-r l:venue
North
ressie l.rn,_ aon
6322
- !;6th Avenue
North
All objectors zere notlfiecl that th- Council would. consider their objections and
rule accnrdingly as to the;.r findings.
I:eeting was adjourned until 7:15 o'clock P.H. Thursd y night at the Village Hall.
esidont f eSefincil
Clerl;
September 29, 1955
ParViant to due call and notice thereof, an adjourr_p(i regular meeting of the
Villar- C _ ancil of thE- Village of C r yztal , .:inne scIta TT "s ily held i n the Village
Hall in sand Vi_l_laF'c on the 29th (lad, of _'It ^r ober, 19155 at 7:15 o tcl_ock P.I1.
The follnwinT members were Present,: ?ia sF-'; 13ronsta(), Evans and Hew -11 -?y and
a.bsnt: rr�ntU'1«
Thi: ? 1 Cli s'cuss'e' the obi; =•'.tions to the Sanitary 'Sewer Improvement No. 8
asses_-Ments.
1
September 29, 1955 (cant.) 1 3
I�fter duc consic'_erati on Tr -z stae Drans i ntrc:'iTc-d Vie following rE!soluti on and .roved
for its adoption:
i
R:LCLUTIC>`, CONFIRi,:ITTG AS6ES3!lEVTS FOR
SANITARY SELIM II•H''ROVE• ENT ;j8
BE IT F�CLV, i; that t - Village Cc �r ;� 1, V-� I laf•r of Crystal,-Kinr_eSota, as follows:
^'?iat the Vi lla�-P Cl erk has, with the asst stance of the En`ineer, calculated
the proper amount to be specially assessed for the constr>>ction work included as
Sanitary Sewer Impro.-e.uent No. 8 as published in Notice of Hearing published in
North Hennepin Post on September 8, 1955 and said assessment roll having been here-
tofore ordered filed with the Village Clerk, open to public inspection, together
ti•,ri.th tabulated 'statement in duplicate, showing the proper descript3_on of each lot
and every; parcel, piece or tract of land to b- especially assessed and the amount
oalculated against the same.
2. Notice having been published as required by law that the Council would
,; eet at this tiifie and. place to consider and pass upon said proposed assessment
roll, said assessrrent roll having at all ti. -es since. its filing been open to
inspection and copying by all persons interested and an opportunity having been
6iven to all intereste,! p�rsors to present their cbje;tlons, if any, to said
proposed assessments or to any iters thereof said assessments having been considered,
the amount specified in the proposed assessment roll is hereby approved, and each
of the lots, pieces or parcels of land enumerated in said proposed assessment
roll is hereby found to be specifically benefited by the construction of said
improvements in the amount set opposite the description of each lot, piece or
parcel of land, and the sa-i d amount so set out is hereby levied against each
resp,=ctive lot, piece or parcel of land therein described.
3. Said proposed assessment r.)ll is hereby ado,,Dted and confirmed, and the
sums fixed and naaied in said assessment roll are hereby adopted and confirmed as
th proper special assessment for each such l.-ts, pi_, s or parols of land, and
the Village Cler' is hereby directed to certify the same: and file said assess -Ment
roll in ':-.i2 c;ffice to bf, and constitute the assessment r. oll for said Sanitary
Se?aer I -pro -p. No. °.
li. Th,-� amounts asses -r_-' a ain,_t r•ach _lof. or Nwrcel of lane' shall 'near int, -,rest
from the date hereof until the same has been paid at the rate of 5'1-'o' per annum.
5. Such asses0rr ,nt roll --T all be payable -r. to—mt-V equal const=,cutive annual
-1nstallmcrlts. All of said installments being payable on tine first T:onday in
January beginning in thF year 195( an1 cc�iik,Pinti_n� inti.' a!" of said =installments
have L r r__id.1, each_nstalli:-11to b- 1cted ?:l,'.h taxi_:s collectible during
laid gear by the County Auri_tcr.
F. Tile- Village Clerl- is hereby lirecteJ to :Hake up and fi'r ,-ith the Auditor
Cf Henrepi n County, Tlinn- sota, cervi fi e ? state:=.n'. of the amount of all such
ianl..)aid assessmerts anr' the a7.-)unt, '-e �lu� t:?crc-on on tht first Nondav
Tht: "rt�tion ff.)-, V,- '02t!-,2-, of the rP -,r Re&,-)lut__..-i ,ray 1':1 3d`nded by Tra_.tee
'.iid i1pc:n a ?rot ! %,�! n: +:, '% thereon th•-) fol I �?.rl n, ' votr n in favor t rlPreof
ands Br.mstad and the follotr_'� ng voted against the same:
none; whereupon said; resolution was ceclared duly passed and adopter.
There bein" no fixrtlj r business, the, nr, ti_ng was ad jo,irr.ed, mib joct to the r_-,71 ,f_ tt_e
chair.
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134 October 4, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held in the Village Hall at 8tOO
otclock Tuesday October 41 1955, with the following members presents Heise,
Evans, Bronstad, and Headley; and the following were absent: Printon.
The minutes for meetings on September 20, September 27, September 28 and
September 29, 1955 were read and approved as read.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we accept and place on file petition
for Street Lights at 50th and Douglas Drive and 50th and Florida.
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we accept and place on file petition for
Sanitary Sewer Service on 50th Avenue North, Douglas Drive to Florida.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we approve the transfer of Georgets Pure
Oil Station license, to operatelstation and 4 pumps, to Douglas C. Cook, said
license to stay in effect until December 31, 1955•
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we approve the applications of Douglas
C. Cook for a cigarette license and a soft drink license to be in force from
a 1 - October 1, 1955 to December 31, 1955•
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we approve the application of Twin
City Sanitation Company;for a plumber's license for the period of October 2,
-1955 to December 31, 1955.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that a resolution be adopted appointing the
following election personnels
District Ballot Judge
No. 1. Clarey Wieneke
No. 2 3. LaVerne Peterson
No. x 5. Helen Carlson
No. 2, Mary Meelberg
No. 4 Renee Rother
No. 6 Gertrude Ryan
No. 7 Bernice Wessman
Clerks
Judges
Constable
Charlotte Wellman Marcella Connett Pat Ryan
Pat Simmons Bernadine Plasencia
Ellen Jones Ellen Dahlen Wm. Kranz
Anna Alrick Verna Danielson
Carol Anderson
Mrs.Stanley Bauer
Charlene Hensel
Martha DeValk
Violet Skilling
Muriel Falk
Alice Snyder
Rose Morgan
Mr. Alwin
Ole Karlsgodt
Lorraine Bray Anna Kronberg Theo. Hurkman,Sr.
Bernadette Cedarberg Sylvia Ander
Virginia Stoffel Charlotte Valerius John Grasse -
Florence Crumb Naiomi Tepley
Helen Odean Bernice Berg mm. Rudrud
Rebecca Morse Rose Thayer
No. 8 Violet Bennethum Mary Thomson Lu Connor Wi11 Liddicoat
Lois Peterson Florence Gaulke
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we grant permits to Minneapolis Gas
Co. to install gas mains at the following locations:
Job S - 391 Zane Avenue North and 32 Ave. No.
Job S - 392 54th Ave. No. at Maryland Ave.
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Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that we adopt the budget for 1956 as submitted:
Bond Retirement
Park Board
Firements Relief Assn.
Poor
Examiner ts Expense
Village Share of Assessments
Salary Fund
General Fund
Street Department
Sewer Department
Fire Protection
Engineering Department
Total Budget
Less Anticipated Receipts
$ 41,100.00
10,131.68
51065.84
15,197.52
1075.00
8,829.86
12,6la3.00
128,125.65
75,291.00
21,829.00
18,570.50
21,1160.00
$ 360,119.05
119,180.00
Amount to be collected by levy $ 240,639.05
015
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we accept the roads for Maintenance in
Whiteoaks Subdivision and direct the clerk to write a letter to the Veterants
Administration and Federal Housing Administration informing them of such, and /
authorize the clerk and Mayor to sign amendment to the contract of Niles Holding
Company with the Village of Crystal.
Motion by Headley
seconded by Bronstad
that we accept and place on file petition
of Chester Gale to operate
an appliance
repair. shop in his
garage.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we approve the following verified
accounts:
Robert Anderson
General
36.00
Harold Ahrens
General
38.00
Richard Baier
General
28.00
Dean Berner
General
44.00
Emmett Jeub
General
111.00
Francis Skilling
General
38.00
Robert Brandt
General
42.00
Marvin Carlson
General
18.00
Donald Bobleter
General
54.00
LeRoy Falk
General
118.00
Norman Ganz
General
12.00
Archie Reid
General
11.00
John Hanly
General
24.00
Wilbur Dover
General
14.00
Frank Gaulke
General
40.00
Ralph Anderson
General
1.50
Alvin Hansen
General
22.00
George Hanson
General
11.00
Robert Hasselstrom '•
22.00
Burton Holmes
General
24.00.
Archie Jennings
General
Herbert Howe
General
36.00
Leslie Kelsey
General
20.00
Joseph Kluz
General
40.00
Arthur Quady
General
28.50
Russell Larson
General
18.00
Eldon Sehirmers
General
12:00.
Wilford Ostman
General
26.00
Glenn Lundeen
General
6.00
William Cloakey
General
10.00
Lyle Pitheon
General
6.00
Anthony Pensimaz
General
214.00
Kenneth Rogers
General
33.00
Arnold Sibet
General
54.00
Frank Sprague
General
142.00
Arsene Marcotte
General
114.00
George Kohrt
General
22.50
George Larson
General
19.50
Ray Wieneke
General
146,00
Wesley Torn
General
34.00
Award Baker
General
10.00
Allan Gronfor
General
16.00
Daireld Paine
Orin Hollow
General
General
260'00
15.00,
M. L. Elstad
Art Peterson Gar.
Prev.Dist.
General
270.36
111.95
H. A. Rogers Co.
General
44.95
Miller -Davis
General
12.30
Ewald Bros.
Poor
5.05
Lee -Bo Off.Supply
General
113.140
Healy Spring Co.
General
13.56
Lou Locketz
Poor. ,
65.00
Red Owl Stores -
Poor
14.20
Minar Co.
General
65.00
October 4, 1955 (cont.)
Crook and Hanley,Inc. General
iK3dc
North Star Motor farts General
General Trading Co. General
Sipe & Gray Oil Co. General
Howard Lauman Park
Mike Scott Park
There being no further business,
the chair.
erk
18.64
B. J. Carney & Co.
Park
20.00
International Harr.General
10.24
1.87
Laddie & Dickts Mobil "
1.00
7.19
Crystal Motors
General
25.02
82:00
Lairy Lauman
Park
9.80
9.80
Larry DOfy
Park
6.15
6.15
B6b McIntosh
Park
5.70
the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of
October 7, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held in the Village Hall at 8100
otclock Friday October 7, 1955, with the -following members present: Evans,
Bronstad, Headley and Printon; and the following were absent: Heise.
The following resolution was introduced and moved for adoption by Trustee Bronstad:
WHEREAS, the Village Council has heretofore adopted a resolution fixing the
time end place of meeting to pass upon the proposed assessment for certain
improvements included in P.I.R., P.I.R.-B and Improvement No. 7, and
WHERI'AS, Notice of said meeting has been given to all property owners whose
property may be -assessed therefor by publication thereof in the manner
required by law, and
WHEREAS, No persons having appeared at said hearing and making any objections
to said assessments,
NOW, THEREME, Be it resolved by the Village Council of the Village of
.Crystal, Minnesota, as follows:
1. That the assessment roll as prepared by the Village Clerk
and Engineer be and the same are hereby approved and assessed as special
assessments for the improvements therein included.
2. That said assessments are found to -be properly assessed upon
the property benefited by such improvements.
3. That said assessments include the following. -
P. I. R.
ollowing:
P.I.R. - Oilings
—Toth Ave., Florida to Hampshire
40th Ave. Douglas to 1/2 block W* of Georgia
rovement'#7 - Gradin and Gravelin :
Orchard Ave: 54th to 56th Ave.
Brunswick Ave. 46th to 47th Ave.
P.I.R.-B - Sidewalk:
47th Ave.(North side) from Douglas Drive to Forest School
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P.I.R.-B - Curb and Gutter:
Georgia Ave. Both sides)lt2nd to ,3rd (* block);
S side 43rd Ave. 1/2 block E and W of.Georgia;
Abutting lots 1 through 8;Ostmans 2nd Add. and
Blk 1 Ostmans Add.
Toledo Ave. Wilshire Boulevard to Bass Lake Road
P.I.R.-B - Gr and Graveling:
Yates Ave., 34th to N Zine Lots 10 and 17
Blk 2 Rosedale Acres
Hampshire Ave., 46th to 47th.
P.I.R.-B - Oil Stabilization:
Valley Place, Louisiana to Jersey Ave.
P.I.R.-B - Oiling:
Zane Ave. , 36th to N. Line of lot 1,
Block 1, Sandbergs Add.
54th Ave., W. Broadway to Murray Lane 5th Add.
Elmhurst, Bass Lake Road to 60th -
Hampshire, Bass Lake Road to 59th;
59th, Dudley, 58th, 57th and Brentwood,
Elmhurst to Hampshire; Cloverdale, Elmhunt
to West Broadway. -
53rd Ave. Douglas to Murray Lane 5th Add.
!t. That all Weed Cutting bills not paid to date be hereby included
in said assessment for collection by county auditor.
5. The Clerk is hereby directed to certify said assessments to the
County Auditor for collection.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was seconded by Trustee
Headley and upon a vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof:
Evans, Bronstad, Headley -and Printon and the following voted against the same:
none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of
the chair.
Clerk
October 11, 1955
dent of the Council
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held in the Village Hall at 8!00
o'clock Tuesday, October 11, 1.955, with the following members present: Heise,
Evans, Bronstad, Headley and Printon; and the following were absent: None.
Minutes of October 4th and October 7th, 1955 meetings were read and approved.
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Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that final approval be granted to Registered
Land Survey No. 438, subject to deeding of Tract D to the Village for street purposes
and standard procedure on Tract D; also subject to deeding Tract H to the Village -J
for street purposes as recommended by the Planning ComUssion.
October 11, 1955 (cont.)
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that approval be granted the division of that,
pArt of T-ot 30, Auditor's Subdivision #314 except the P`60' thereof 4n+o I
parcels: The W60' of the E 1201; the W 1501 of the E-2701 and balance of Lot 30,
Auditor's Subdivision #314,'except the E270' thereof; subject to easement for
street purposes over N 30' lying West of E60' and the W ?n' lyine S of N301 of
Lot 30. kuditor's Rubdiv-ision #314 as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that final approval be granted of that
part of WESTBROOK ADDITION lying within Village of Crystal,°subject to:
Change Vane Ave. to Zane Avenue.
Acquisition by Village for street purposes of that part of Medicine Lake Road
lying north of Westbrook Addition and not includdd in plat. No building
permit to be issued on Lot 25 until it meets the requirements of the Village -
Code and subject to standard procedure as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted building
permit of 30' x 42' hangar for Rollin Jackson at Crystal Airport as recommended
by the Planning Commission.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that approval be granted the proposed lo-
cation of garage subject to 32' footings at 7216 58th Ave. No., as per plan
J submitted as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that tentative approval be granted for
q the proposed WINNETBA TERRACE FIRST ADDITION, subject to standard procedure
l� as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Motion by Evans seconded by Brpnstad that permission be granted Northwestern
o „ Bell Telephone Co. to place one pole on 47th Ave. No. between Maryland Ave.
No. and Louisiana Ave. No.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that the Bond for Lakeland Manor 2nd
Addition be amended to substitute 2" oil stabilization with rolled curb
Or for the already accomplished grading and a portion of the fill covered by
the bond now existing as recommended by the Village Attorney.
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we authorize the transfer of the taxi
license of Suburban Cab Co. to James N. Bauer doing business as R & C Cab
Co., said license to expire on December 31, 1955.
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that permission be granted Northern
States Power Co. to place one pole at 30th Avenue North between Florida and
Hampshire Avenues.
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that we accept and place on file petition
for curb and gutter on Jersey Avenue North from Kentucky to the North Line
of Brownwood Manor Second Addition.
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition
for Sanitary Sewer Service on 41st Avenue from Lift Station to Douglas Drive.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that the motion authorizing division
of that part of the N. 150' of S 906.3' of SEG of NWI, lying Ely of Great
Northern Rights of Way and Westerly of U.S. Hwy #52, except roads be amended
to change the description as submitted anew as follows:
All that part of -the Southeast Quarter (SES) of the Northwest Quarter (NW4)
October 11, 1955 (cont.)
of Section Nine (9), Township One Hundred eighteen (118), Range Twenty-one (21),
Hennepin County, Minnesota, described as follows: Beginning at the point of
intersection of the Northeasterly right of may line of the Great Northern Railway
with a line drawn parallel with and distant Seven Hundred Fifty-six and Three
Tenths (756.3) feet North of the South line of said Southeast Quarter (SE') of
the Northwest Quarter (NW,). thence running East parallel with the South line of
said Southeast Quarter (SE41� of the Northwest Quarter (NWS) a distance of Two
Hundred Eighty-six (286) feet to the actual point of beginning of the tract of
land to be described; thence continuing East parallel with the South line of said
Southeast Quarter (SE,,';) of the Northwest�Quarter (NW -,1j) Three Hundred Twenty-six
and Eight Tenths (326.8) feet, more or less, to a point which is Sixty (60) feet
West of the Southwesterly right of way line of State Trunk Highway No. 52 and 218,
as measured along a line parallel with the South line of said Southeast Quarter
(SES) of the Northwest Quarter (I*T ); thence deflecting to the left One Hundred
Five Degrees Thirty-nine Minutes (1050391) and running Northwesterly parallel with
the Southwesterly right of way line of said State Trunk Hig,`hway No. 52 and 118
a distance of Forty-three and Nine Tenths (43.9) feet; thence deflecting to the
left Twenty Degrees Eight Minutes (20081) and continuing Northwesterly parallel
with said Southwesterly right of way line One Hundred Thirty-three and Twenty-eight
Hundredths (133.28) feet, more or less, to a point in a line drawn parallel with and
Nine Hundred Six and Three Tenths (906.3) feet North of the South line of said south-
east Quarter (SE -14) of the Northwest Quarter (NW), said point also being Sixty (60)
feet West of lthe Southwesterly right of way line of State Trunk Highway No. 52
and 218 as measured along a line parallel with the South line of said Southeast
Quarter (SE -41) of the Northwest Quarter (NW4); thence running West parallel with the
South line of said Southeast Quarter (SES) of the Northwest Quarter (NW-) Two
Hundred Thirty-seven and Ninety-three Hundredths (237.93) feet, more or less, to
a point in a line erected perpendicular to the South line of the tract herein
described from the actual point of beginning; thence running South along said
perpendicular line One Hundred Fifty (150) feet to the actual point of beginning.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we,approve the application of Frank
Holmquist alba Superior Plumbing & Heating Company for a plumbing license for
the period of October 11, 1955 through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley, that we approve the application of Stanley y� g
Worthingham dba Accurate Plumbing Company for a plumbing license for the period
of October 11, 1955 through December 31, 1955,
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we. authorize the Village Clerk to q
advertise for bids for One Accounting Machine,_ bids to be opened at 8:30 o'clock
P. M. on Tuesday, October 25, 1955 at,the Crystal Village Hall.
Trustee Bronstad introduced the following Resolution and moved for its adoption:
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CIVIL DEFENSE MEASURES
WHEREAS, if this country is attacked, the primary objective of the D
enemy will include cneters of industrial production, and concentrated
on our ciir.ilian population; and
WH91EAS, the capabilities of nuclear and other weapons are so great that
an attack, if successful, will result in damage and casualties far beyond
the resources of any community; and
WHEREAS, the St. Paul Minneapolis Metropolitan area is officially listed
by the Federal Government as one of 70 critical target areas in the
Nation; and
October 11, 1955 (cont.)
WHEREAS, the Federal Civil defense Administration has invited the
Stare of Minnesota to participate in the National Survival Plan
project.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that:
the political subdivision of Village of Crystal, State of Minnesota,
will cooperate to the full extent of our capabilities with the State
of Minnesota and the Federal Government in the Judy and development of
civil defense measures designed to afford maximum protection of life
and -property through participation in the Survival Plan project financed
entirely by the Federal Civil Defense Administration.
The foregoing resolution was seconded by Trustee Evans and on roll call the
following voted in favor of same: Heise, Headley, Printon, Bronstad and Evans;
and the following voted against same: None, whereby the Resolution was duly
passed and adopted.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that November 1, 1955 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
be set as the date and time for a 1public hearing on Vacation of an Easement for
roadway purposes described as follows:
Vacation of An Easement for roadway purposes
One rod on each side of the line separating Lots 28 and 29
Auditor's Subdivision #328
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we approve the following properly
verified accounts:
Lee -Bo Office Sup.
General
108-44
Rollins Fuel Oil Co.
Poor
8.40
R.E. Nelson Co.
Poor
25.38
Northern States Pow.
Poor
10.33
Northern States Pow.
General
590.07
Minneapolis Gas Co.
Spe.Ass.
Bond 855.00
Comm.Highways Spec.Ass.Bon
2500.00
Miller -Davis
General2.68.00
Lou Locketz
Poor
65.00
H. A. Rogers
General
5.40
Medical Center Phar.
General
20.00
Pat Ryan
General
19.00
Warner Hdwe.
Gen.&Park
5.99
Frank's Excavating
General
124.80
Parkview Hosp.
Poor
157.90
Merry Hill Kennels
General
282.00
Mrs.Louis Meinke
Poor
24.00
Amer.Linen Sup.
General
16.75
Minneapolis Gas Co.
General
6.40
NW Bell Telephone
General
114.63
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of
the chair.
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held in the Village Hall at 8:00
o'clock Tuesday, October 18, 1955, with the following members present: Heise,
Evans, Bronstad, Headley and Printon; and the following were absent: None.
Minutes of the meeting of October 11, 1955 were read and approved.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that Northern States Power Co. be granted
permission to place poles at the following locations:
1 pole - 41st Avenue North and approximately Georgia Avenue
3 poles- 452 Ave. North and Jersey Ave. No.
1 pole - Winnetka Avenue South of 36th Ave. No.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by 'Evans that conditioned upon the receipt of a
petition for curb and gutter on both sides of the North of Utah Avenue from
30th Avenue to 32nd Avenue signed by the owner of said property that the bond
for Winnetka Terrace lst Addition be set at $7000.00 as recommended by the
village engineer.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that conditioned upon the receipt of a
petition for curb and gutter on Vale Crest Road, Crystal limits to Dodge Road .S
and all of Brookridge Ave., Frederick Avenue and Zane Avenue in that portion of
Westbrook Addition lying within the Village of Crystal signed by the platters of
Westbrook Addition, that the bond for Westbrook Addition be set at $9000.00
as recommended by the village engineer.
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that we accept the rider to the platting
bond for Lakeland Manor 2nd Unit amending Exhibit "A11 by adding the following il
sub -divisions: 'T
(h) Street signs
(i) Tree removal
(j) Two inch oil stabilization, with rolled curb.
Trustee Printon introduced and moved the adoption of the following Resolution:
VMEREAS, Lakeland Builders, Inc. is the developer of all lots platted
in Lakeland Manor 2nd Unit, and
IVIHEREAS, application has been made to the Veterans Administration and
the Federal Housing Administration for loan guaranties in connection
with the construction of homes thereon, and
W[MREAS, the Veterans Administration and the Federal Housing Administration
require, as.a prerequisite to the granting of such guaranties that the
Village assume the responsibility for the improvement of the public streets
in said addition by
Grading
61t Stabilized Gravel
Standard metal street signs on metal posts
Tree removal from Lombardy Boulevard
211 oil stabilization -with rolled cl—i11
and that all said work be completed without levying of any special assess-
ments against the properties in the said addition.'
NOW, THEREFOE.E, IE IT RESOLVED, By the Village Council of the Village of
Crystal that the Village assume the responsibility for the making of the
aforesaid improvements in said addition heretofore accepted by the Village
Council known as Lakeland Manor 2nd Unit, and that all the aforesaid
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October 18, 1955 (cont.)
improvements be made without the levying of any special assessments therefor against
the property in said addition.
BE IT FtJRTHZR RESOLVED, That the Veterans Administration and Federal Housing
Administration be adv-.sed of this action by the Village Clerk furnishing to
said Veterans Administration and Federal Housing Administration a certified copy
of this Resolution.
Trustee Bronstad seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Printon, Headley, Evans, Bronstad
and Heise and the following? voted against the saiae: none; whereupon said Resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
Trustee Evans introduced and moved the adoption of the following Resolution:
i'SOLUTIOP: ILSTGNATING POLLING FUCES
AND HOURS POLLS ARE TO BE OPEN
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WHKEAS, the Village Council of the Village of Crystal, has changed the Village
election date from the first Tuesday after the first Monday in December to
the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, and
I&MYEAS, Tuesday, November 8th3 1955 is the official village election date for
the Village of Crystal for 1955, and
I& EREA.S, the State Law requires the Village Council to adopt a resolution
designating polling places,
Na:;, 'jU,;R! 0RZ3 BE IT RLSOLVED that the following places be and are hereby
for +be Annual Village Election
designated as the official polling places
for the Village of Crystal for 1955:
DISTRICT I Thora Thorson School Area north of Soo Line tracks and west of
7323 - 58th Ave. No. West Broadway and Douglas Drive.
DISTRICT II Crystal State Bank Area north of Bass Lake Road and east of
5616 West Broadway West Broadway
DISTRICT III Fire Station Area north of 47th; South of Bass Lake Road;
5510 W. Broadway east of Douglas Drive to W. Broadway; and
east of West Broadway.
DISTRICT IV Forest School Area south of Soo Line tracks; north of 45th
6800 47th Ave. No. and west of Douglas Drive.
DISTRICT V Village Warehouse Area south of 45th; north of 36th; and west
4105 Douglas Drive of Douglas Drive.
DISTRICT VI Brunswick Church Area south of 47th; north of 42nd; and east
Rockford & Brunswick Aves. of Douglas Drive.
DISTRICT VII Noble Drug Store Area south of 36th; east of Adair Ave.
4705 - 36th Ave. No.
DISTRICT VIII Adair School Area south of 42nd; north of 36th; and east
39th & Adair Ave. of Douglas Drive; also area south of 36th
and west of Adair Avenue.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Voting Polls be open between the hours of
7:00 otclock A.N. and 8:00 otclock P.M.
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Trustee Bronstad seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in,favor thereof: Printon, Headley, Evans, Bronstad
and Heise and the followi.ng,voted against the same: none; whereupon said Resolution
was declared duly passed,and adopted.
�iotion by Evans seconded by Headley that the following personnel be appointed to
serve as clerks and judges on the election board:
William J. Norgon 4306 Zane Ave. r%
Beverly Reid 4806 Hampshire
Florence Sodien 6616 - 43rd Ave. No.
Ethel Slanga 4240 Brunswick
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we accept and place on file petition
for Sanitary Sewer Service on Florida Avenue North from Corvallis Ave. to Soo
Line tracks.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we accept the Bond of Westbrook Addition %
in the amount of $9000.00.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we accept and place on file petition
for Sanitary Sewer Service on 17th Avenue North from Brunswick Avenue to Colorado
Avenue and on Colorado Avenue South of 47th Ave. North.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we approve contract amendment No. 2
of L. J. McNulty, Inc. to be added into the contract between L. J. McNulty, Inc.
and the Village of Crystal.
The following resolution was introduced and moved for adoption by Trustee Evans:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR VILLAGE PA17ENT TO
PEARSON BROTHERS FOR GRADING AND GRAVELING
BE IT RESOLVED, that in consideration of Pearson Bros. conveying to
Village of Crystal that part of Tract U RIS 221 not already conveyed
for street purposes; Tract Q RIS 224; and Tract V of proposed RIS Ja-,
that the Village of Crystal agrees to reimburse Pearson Bros. for
actual cost of grading and graveling, according to specifications
of Village of Crystal Engineer, provided that Village Engineer has
actual notice of contracts and costs involved;
Said reimbrusement shall be based upon the footage proportion of
streets abutting property not owned by Pearson Bros. bears to
total footage in project.
Trustee Headley seconded the foregoing resolution and on roll call the following
voted in favor thereof: Evans, Headley, Printon, Bronstad and Heise; and the
following voted against same: None, whereby the resolution was duly passed and
adopted. '
Motion by Bronstad seconded
by Printon
that we advertise for bids for 2 Park � 3
Buildings as requested by the Village Park Board. Said bids to
be opened
at
9:00 08clock P. 11. Tuesday,
November 1,
1955.
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad
accounts:
that we approve the following verified
Miller -Davis Co. General
84.00
Imperial Dist.
General
50.00
Crystal elect.Co. General
15.60
C. J. Hoigaard Co.
General `
1.90
Reinhard Bros. Co. General
.50
Nichols-Schoening,Inc.
General
265.56
Ken Evans,Petty Cash It
46.04
Ewald Bros.
Poor
5.05
14 4
October 18,
1955 (cont.)
Lehn Electric
General
1200.00
Iyle Signs, Inc.
General
17.60
Northwestern Tire Co.
General
36.00
J. E. Tatam
General
7.00
Ray8s D X Service
General
3.00
Anoka Co.Union
General
18.00
Joseph M. Klug
General
28.75
Pure Oil Co.
General
2.35
Lew Bonn Company
General
3.05
Pfeifer & Shultz
Sp.As.Bond
185.44
Foat Fire Exting.
General
1.85
J. N. Johnson,Inc.
General
9.25
Ha11,Smith&Hedlund
General
315.00
Standard Oil Co.
General
437.97
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call of
the chair
—Clerk Presi t of the Council
October 25, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held in the Village Hall at 8:00
otclock Tuesday, October 25, 1955, with the following members present; Heise,
Evans, Bronstad, Headley and Printon; and the following were absent: none.
Minutes of the meeting of October 18, 1955 were read and approved.
It 8:30 otclock P.M. the Mayor announced that this was the time and place for the
opening of bids for One Accounting Machine.
The following bids were received:
Burroughs Corporation - $4,484.70
2109 Nicollet Avenue
Minneapolis 4, Minnesota
The National Cash Register Co. Bid A - $5,265.00
55 So. 12th Street Bid B - 4,675.00
Minneapolis 4, Minnesota
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that the bids be tabled until November 1,
1955.
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that we place the question of a $1.25,000.00
Bond issue for construction of a new village hall on the election ballot
to be voted on at the Village election on Tuesday, November 8, 1955•
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted for building permit
7197 for a 311 x 501 addition to the Question Mark as recommended by the,planning
commission.
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that approval be granted the division of Lot
1, Block 6, Twin Lake Park 2nd Addition into the 52 and NJ as reaw mended bX
the planning commission.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the division of the
E.75t of W.2071 of ;Lot 54 Auditor's Subdivision #324 to be bombined with W.751
of Lot 62 Auditor's Subdivision #324 and the division of that part of Lot -54
Auditor's Subdivision,#324 lying E, of W. 2071,thereof from balance thereof
as recommended by the planning commission.
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October 25, 1955 (cont.)
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the division of
the E. 75t of W. 180' of Lot 14, Block 2, Rosedale Acres except the S. 101 thereof r�
taken for street into the W. 10' and the E.651, the W. 101 to be combined with , I
the E. 75t of the W. 1051 of Lot 14, Block 2, Rosedale Acres except the S. 101
thereof taken for streets as recommended by the planning commission.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that tentative approval be granted for
proposed Kastanos addition (N 5 acres of Parcel 4600, Sec. 20,.T 118, R21N) subject
to utility and drainage easements over the rear as recommended by the planning
commission.
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that a permit be granted Minneapolis Gas Co. 9
to install a gas main in accordance to their Job No. S-149 - 60th Ave. North -
east of West Broadway.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition J
for Sanitary Sewer Service to service the Forest School and Thora Thorson School.
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that permission be granted Northern States
Power Co. to place 4 poles - Fairview Avenue from Idaho to Louisiana Avemes.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that we advertise for bids for a motor patrol 1
(grader). Bids to be opened on Tuesday, November 15th, 1955 at 8:30 o'clock P.M. 2-
V Plow and Wing.
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that approval be granted the application of
Cedergren & Rundquist, Inc., for a Plumbing license for the period of October
25, 1955 to December 31, 1955•
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that approval be granted the application 14
of Richmond & Sons for an Electrical license for the period of October 25, 1955
to December 31, 1955.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we approve the following verified
accounts:
Morton Salt Co.
NW Nattl Bank
Grant Stor.Battery
Rollins Fuel Oil Co.
Treas.City of Mpls.
Black Top Serv.Co.
John Irving
J.V.Gleason
General 142.00
Equip.#1 Res.3102.25
General 15.30
Poor 8.40
General 16.40
Gen.&Sp.As.B.1579.60
General 46.20
Gen.&Sp.As.B. 989.08
Auel Equip.Co. General
George's Pure Oil General
Russ Grosser Hdwe. General
Crystal J.C. General
Arnold Sibet General
Post Pub. Co. PIRB Gen.Sp.As.
Reinhard Bros.Co. General
Acton Constr. Co. Sp.As.Bond
Mike Scott Park
There being no further business,
the chair.
Clerk./
135.00
31.o5
48.16
217.23
250.00
379.40
4.73
2451.25
7.38
Howard Lumber Co.
General
5.40
NW Nat'l Bank
Sp.As.Bnd Res.17,756.55
Miller -Davis
General
5.35
EcL_R_an,Sheiiff!
General
12.00
Rosenwald -Cooper
General
36.50
NSP I
Gen.&Park
601.39
J.V. Gleason
General
265.60
J.V.Gleason &
Eagle Contr.Co.
General
1671.30
Crystal Hdwe.
General
37.84
Crystal Lumber
Gen.&Park
12.64
Nichols-Schoening
General
3.40
Lee -Bo Office Sup.'General
20.25
O.F.Biorn & Son
General
225.00
Secy of State
General
.60
Ken Evans PettyCash General
37.04
Tarry Lawman.
Park
11.07
the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call of
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149
November 1, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held in the Village Hall at 8:00
o'clock Tuesday, Novembdr 1, 1955 with the following members present: Heise,
Evans, Headley and Printon; and the following were absent: Bronstad.
Minutes of the meeting of October 25, 1955 were read and approved.
At 8:00 o'clock P.M. Mayor Heise announced that this was the time and place
for hearing on Vacation of an Easement for Roadway Purposes one rod on each side
of Line Dividing Lots 28 and 29 Auditor's Subdivision No. 328.
There being no objectors present Trustee Headley introduced the following Resolut-
ion and moved for its adoption:
VACATION OF AN EASEMENT FOR ROADWAY PURPOSES
BE IT RESOLVED By the Village Council of the Village of Crystal,
Hennepin County, Minnesota, that it now appearing to the Council
that it is to the best interest of the public, that an easement
for roadway, as described below, be vacated:
An Easement for Roadway One Rod on each side of
Line Dividing Lots 28 and 29, Auditor's Subdivision
Number 328
WHEREAS, Vacation of Roadway Easement notice having been published and
due notice of public hearing for this date having been given, the
above described roadway easement is hereby vacated and the Clerk
is hereby directed to have a certified copy of this resolution filed
in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for Hennepin County,
Minnesota, as evidence of the completion of this proceedings and
the vacating of said roadway easement.
Passed by the Council of the Village of Crystal this lot day of
November, 1955•
Trustee Printon seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote bei4g taken thereon
the following voted in favor thereof: Headley, Printon, Evans, and Heisef and
the following voted against same: none; whereuppm said resolution was declared
duly passed and adopted.
Bronstad arrived at 8:15 o'clock P.M.
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that our regular council meeting of Tuesday
November 8th be held on Wednesday, November 9th, 1955 due to annual Village
Election being held Tuesday, November 8th, -1955.
At 9:00 o'clock p.m. Mayor Heise announced that this was the time and place
as specified in the advertisement for bids, for the opening of bids for two
Park Field Houses. Bids were received from the following firms:
Butler Mfg. Co. Delivery in 4 to 5 weeks $656.00 each bldg.
900 Sixth Ave.S.E.
Mpls. 14, Minn. Alternate Bid Delivery in 3 to 4 weeks 692400
Armco Drainage & Metal Products Co. F.O.B. Crystal
4345 Lyndale Ave. No., Mpls. 12, Minn.
Cowin & Co., Inc.
940 East Hennepin Ave.
Mpls. 14, Minn.
Delivery immediately
$1424.80 for 2 bldg.s.
$1598.00
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November 1, 1955 (cont.)
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that the bids for two Park Field Houses be
tabled until Wednesday, November 9th, 1955•
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that approval be granted the division for
Tory Kastanos of the following described property subject to approval of the
planning commission: South 921 of the North 167' of the West 135' of the East
1651 of the South 108 4/7 rods of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southiast
1/4 of Section 20, T118, R.21.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that approval be granted a building permit
for Continental Oil Co. for an oil Station and 4 pumps with the stipulation
that the building and tanks must be located outside a 300 foot circle from the
Brunswick Methodist Church, as stated in our Village Building Code Ordinance,
but the dispensing device may be within the 300' circle.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that the Village waive the building permit
fee on Permit #7190 taken out by Mr. Elwood.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted for a building
permit for Lot at 3117 Winnetka with provision that the final plat for Winnetka
Terrace be filed before the end of 30 days.
Trustee Evans introduced the following Resolution and moved for its adoption:
AN EMERGENCY RESOLUTION DIRECTING VILLAGE
ENGINEER TO MAKE NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS FOR
INSTALLATION OF STOP AND GO SIGNALS
WHEREAS, -An emergency has arisen in the installation of a Stop and Go
,Signal at the intersection of West Broadway and the Bass Lake Road, and
WHEREAS, the Village is unable to secure delivery of a properly designed Q
system for some months and
WHERFA.S, because of the traffic hazard the Council resolves to take
emergency steps to provide an immediate system for the intersection.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Engineer is instructed to
take the necessary steps to provide emergency equipment for Stop and
Go signals at this intersection of West Broadway and Bass Lake Road.
Trustee Bronstad seconded the foregoing motion and upon a vote being taken thereon
the following voted in favor thereof: Printon, Headley, Evans,- Heise, and Bronstad;
and thefollowing voted against the same: none; whereupon said -Resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we approve the application of Cedergren /
and Rundquist, Inc. for gas heating license for the period of November 1, 1955
through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that permission be granted Northern States
Power Co. to place 3 poles in alley between Ethel Place and Bass Lake Road East
of West Broadway.
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon, that we accept and place on file petition
for Curb and Gutter on Vale Crest Road, Crystal Limits to Dodge Road, all of l�
Brookridge Avenue, Frederick Avenue and Zane Avenue in Westbrook Addition lying
within the Village of Crystal.'
November 1, 1955 (cont.)
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we accept and place on file petition
for Sanitary Sewer Service in that part of Westbrook Addition lying within the
Village of Crystal.
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we approve the substitution of 2" Oil
Stabilization with rolled curb for the already accomplished grading and a
l� portion of the fence covered by'the now existing Bond for Murray Lane 9th
I Addition and that the $10,000.00 face amount of the bond to remain the same,
as recommended by the Village Fhgineer, and the estimated completion date be
set as Sept. 1, 1957. '
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we approve and accept the consent of
the St. Paul -Mercury Indemnity Company on Bond No.1-714017 for Associated General
Contractors, Inc. to Village'of Crystal, Minnesota - Sub -Division - Murray Lane
Ninth (9th) Addition - $10,000.00 dated 12-7-54.
"It is understoodand agreed that the bond referred to herein shall
guarantee the requirements as set forth under the original bond and
that Stabilization as referred to therein shall be interpreted to
include Oil Stabilization."
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we accept the certified check in the
{G amount of $781.00 in lieu of bond for the construction of the W2 of Hampshire
Avenue from 30th Avenue to the South line of Sandbladets Addition (Tony Kastanos.)
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we approve the following transfers from
Improvement No. 7 and PIR -B to General Fund:
Transfer from Improvement No. 7 to General Fund - $561.96
Street Dept.Work 2% Clerical 7% Engineering
Job #5409 54.00 Jobb409 - 17.45 Job #5409 - 61.06
#5407 +5410 255.26 #5419 - 13.84 #5419 48.43
1q #5417-C 11-1.92 $31.29 $13-9-49-
$72-17.17
109. 9$ 21.1
Transfer from P.I.R.-B. to General - $6111.16
Job #5516
575.59
Job #5501
- 55.76
Job #5501
194.22
54177,
228.27
5507
12.11
5507
42.37
5417-P
275.71
5508
17.86
5508
62.50
5506-F
1340.67
5510
104.72
5510
364.23
5506-C
1051.53
5516
12.86
5516
45.02
5506-D
1459-03
5517
6o.16
5517
208.5
$ 930. 0
$263-47
$916.89
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that we approve the application of Arrow-
head Plumbing Co. for a plumbing license for the period of November 2, 1955 to
December 31, 1955.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we adopt an ordinance amending the
zoning ordinance of the Village of Crystal - Pursuant to Section 175, Sub -Section
2, Section 5 -of the Ordinance entitled "An Ordinance for the Purpose of 'Promoting
19 Health, Safety, Order, Convenience and General Welfare by Regulating the Use
of Land, the Location and Use of Buildings in the Village of Crystal, Minnesota"
is hereby amdnded by adding thereto at the end of said Section, the following
paragraph:
The balance of Lot Twelve (12), -Auditor's Subdivision
Number One Hundred Forty Six (146)
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.November 1, 1955 (cont.)
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that we authorize an advertisement for bids �2 0
for one Sewer Dept. truck (1/2 ton Standard Pick-up); bids to be opened on November
22, 1955 at 8:30 o'clock P.M.
Trustee Evans introduced the following resolution and moved for its adoption.
r
BE IT RESOLVED That we accept $200,000 - U. S. Treasury Bills due 1-12-1956,
$100,000 - U.S. Certificates of Indebtedness 1 7/8% due 3-22-56,
$200,000 - U.S. Certificates of Indebtedness 2 1/4% due 6-22-56,
$50,000 - U.S. Treasury Notes 2% due 8-15-1956, and $50,000 - U.S. Treasury
Notes 1 5/8% due 5-17-1957, as an assignment of securities in lieu of bond
by public depositories from Crystal State Bank.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Trustee
Headley and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof:
Heise, Headley, Bronstad, Printon and Evans; and the following voted against the
same: None; whereupon said Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we accept the bid of Burroughs Corporation �y
for One Accounting Machine for the amount of $4484.70.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we approve the following verified
accounts:
Wendell -Northwestern
General
5.75
Donald Bobleter
General
, 26.10
Borchert -Ingersoll
General
63.36
Williams Hardware
General
17.05
Fire Equipment Co.
General
3.50
City of Mpls.WaterDept.Poor
6.98
Parkview Hospital
Poor
157.90
American Linen Supp.
General
16.30
Pfeifer & Shultz
Sp.Asm'tBd. 74.21
T.G.Evensen & Assoc.
"
2450.00
Lee -Bo Office Supply
General
95.75
General Elect.Supply
General
30.73
Mart's Excavating
PIR -B
1145.23
American Bitumuls
General
418.85
Crystal Direct Service General
129.09
J. V. Gleason
General
1369.38
Arnold Sibet
General
120.38
Fire Equipment Co.
General
27.50
Northern States Power Poor
4.44
Minneapdis Gas Co.
Poor
4.92
Miller -Davis Co.
General
73.70
N.W.Bell Telephone
General
111.63
Pfeifer & Shultz
Sp.Asmtt Bond
33,833.45
Lee -Bo Office Supp.
General
1.65
Tessem Constr. Co.
Sp.Asm't Bond
8,334.54
lst Robbinsdale Bank Prev.Dist.
12.45
Orin Hollom
General
15.00
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call of
the chair.
Clerk esident the Council
November 9, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Counc#
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held in the Village Hall at 8:00
o1clock Wednesday, November 9, 1955 with the following members present: Heise,
Headley, Bronstad and Frinton; and the following were absent: Evans.
Minutes of the meeting of November 1, 1955 were read and approved.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that the streets in Kenneth H. Swansonts
Addition be accepted by the Village of Crystal for maintenance and the $1000.00 bond
150 November 9, 1955 (cont.)
posted October 23, 1953 be released, as recommended by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept the easement of Carl E. and
Elin M. Dahlquist, and Sam Savchenko and Shirley E. Savchenko for the N. 301
✓ and the W. 301 lying South of the N. 301 of that part of Lot 30 of Auditorts
Subdivision No. 314; lying West of the E. 60t thereof, according to the plat on
file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for said County,
for roadway purposes.
Motion by -Headley seconded by Bronstad that we accept and placeonfile petition
for Curb and Gutter on Utah Avenue from a point 225 feet North of South line of
Heidelberger property to 32nd Avenue.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that the bond for George Heidelberger for
West Winnetka Terrace First Addition be set at $1800.00 as recommended by the
Village Engineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that conditioned upon the completion of the
grading on 30th Avenue West of Utah Avenue and Utah Avenue South of 30th Avenue
and the construction of the sidewalk bench along Winnetka Avenue, the bond for
Bies for West Winnetka Terrace Second Addition be set at $1813.00 as recommended
by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we award the bid for two Park Field
(� Houses to the firm of Cowin, Inc. in the amount of $1598.00 with delivery to be
made immediately, as recommended by the Park Board.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that the,clerk be instructed to write letters
to the Civil Service Commission stating that the following have completed their
six months probationary periods satisfactorily;
John Irving
H. E. Nimmo -
Orin Hollom
Motion by Brdnstad seconded by Headley that we, approve the application of
Halverson Co.-, Inc. for Gas Connection license for the period of November 9, 1955
to December 31, 1955.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we approve the application of Crystal
Rollarena for license to operate a lunch counter for the period of November 9,
1955 to December 31, 1955.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we approve the application of Crystal
1 Rollarena for soft drink license for the period of November 9, 1955 to December
31, 1955.
'I Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we authorize a 90 day leave of absence
for Maybelle Prince as requested.
Motion by Headley seconded
by Printon
that we instruct the Civil
Service Commission
1ga to set up an examination for a billing
clerk with employment date
to be set at
January 1, 1956.
Motion by Printon seconded
by Headley that we approve the following
verified
accounts:
National Tea Co.
34.23
Byron W. McCullagh
1,084.50
Anderson Aggregate
46.28
Sipe & Gray Oil Co.
29.60
Robert C. Dunn
33.38
Hall,Smith and Hedlund
208.25
November 9, 1955
Ewald Creamery
5.12
Rollins Fuel ail
8.40
Eddie and Dicks
J. V. Gleason
.70
435.00
Arthur R. Smith & Son
15.00
Crystal Lumber Company
7.50
H. A. Rogers Co.
15.50
Crystal Motors
5.50
Carls Superior 400
15.00
Larry Lawman
3.05
Jerry Olson
2.05
Mike Scott
2.05
Post Publishing
162.00
Remington Rand
24.70
Pfeifer and Shultz
11027.54
151
Minneapolis Gas Co.
26.00
Standard Oil Co.
446.83
Kingts Service
6.75
Coast to Coast Stores
13.58
Lehn Electric
29.25
Joseph L. Klemenhagen
6.25
Lyle Signs, Inc.
77.75
Williams Hardware Co.
52.97
Farnham Stationery & School
Sup. 87.54
Howard Lawman
3.05
Larry Duffy
2.05
Fire Equipment Co.
4.75
Boyer-Gilfillan
14.01
Lee Electric Co.
27.84
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call of
the chair.
Clerk esident o he ouncil
November 10, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Village Council of the
Village of Crystal, Minnesota, was duly held at the Village Hall in said village
on the 10th day of November, 1955, at 8:00 o'clock P.M. The following members
were present: Heise, Evans, Bronstad and Headley; and the following were absent:
Printon.
CANVASS BOARD MEETING
The Mayor announced that the order of business was the consideration of the returns
of the Village Election held November 8, 1955•
The Clerk presented official returns of the judges and clerks of said election in
each of districts No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 within the village and after giving I
due consideration to the manner in which ballot judges had conducted the ballot
count, the condition of the balloting material, etc., the following action was taken.
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that all election material being duly
canvassed and found to be in order, we declare the following candidates, having
received a majority of the votes case in the annual Village Election, held November
8th, 1955, duly elected to the following offices:
NAME OFFICE VOTES RECEIVED TERM EXPIRES
Ralph�O. Overlie Mayor 938 December 31, 1957
Leonard A. Hanson Trustee 935 December 31, 1958
Harold E. Fjerstad
Justice of Peace
736
December
31,
1957
Daireld L. Paine
Treasurer
1813
December
31,
1957
J. Jim Hanly
Constable
1837
December
31,
1957
"Carried"
152
November 10, 1955
CONSTABLE - Term of 2 years
J. Jim Hanly
OFFICIAL BALLOT ,AND RESULTS
Huron Bente
1
in ELECTION OF NOVEMBER 8, 1955
1
MAYOR - Term of 2 years
1
TRUSTEE - Term of 3
years
Harvey H. Heise *
611
Albert T. Johnson
122
Ralph 0. Overlie
938
Clell W. MacPhail
556
Walter Buchholz
553
Richard E. Aaberg
118
'Leonard A. Hanson
935
Stanley J. Hyk
43
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE- Term of 2 years
TRFASURER - Term of
2 years
Joe Turner
193
Daireld F. Paine #
1813
Harold E. Fjerstad
736
Ken Close
1
Robert J. Hotal
311
Robert Scrip
2
Fred L. Martens
444
John Johnson
1
Shelby J. O'Brien
1
Gordon Bergman
1
Burton Holmes
1
CONSTABLE - Term of 2 years
J. Jim Hanly
1837
Huron Bente
1
Frank Judya
1
Kenneth Burford
1
L. J. Meyerhoff
1
Leonard Lilyholm
1
SPECIAL BALLOT RESULTS ON BOND ISSUE FOR NEW VILLAGE HALL
YES NO
3 6"3 1737
There being no fur er business, the Canvass meeting was adjourned.
iCl
Clerlk
November 15, 1955
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Village Council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held in the Village Hall at 8:00
otclock Tuesday, November 15, 1955 with the following members present: Heise,
Headley, Bronstad and Printon and &ans; and the following were absent: none.
Minutes of the meeting of November 9th, 1955 were read and approved as read.
Motion by Mayor Heiae seconded by Printon that all bids received on a Motor Grader
as per advertisement for bids, be returned to each bidder unopened and the
advertisement for bids be postponed until some future date. -
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept the $7000.00 bond of
Mork -Campion, Inc. for Mork -Campion 3rd Addition.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that approval be granted for location of
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a detached garage as submitted by John Fisher, 6418 Cloverdale, under Section 17
of the Crystal Village Toning Ordinance.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept the bond filed by John James
Hanley, for the sum of $500.00, to be in force during his term of office as constable
from January 1, 1956 through December 31, 1957•
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that the Village accept the following temporary
turn around easements in Mork -Campion 3rd Addition:
The East 20 feet of Lot 5, Block 1t, Mork -Campion 3rd Addition,
Hennepin County, Minnesota, and the East 20 feet of the South 36 feet
of Lot 4 of said Block 4.
The East 20 feet of Lot 5, Block 3, Mork -Campion 3rd Addition,
Hennepin County, Minnesota, and the East 20 feet of the South 36 feet
of Lot 4 of said Block 3.
The West 20 feet of Lot 6, Block 3, Mork -Campion 3rd Addition,
Hennepin County, Minnesota, and the West 20 feet of the South 36 feet
of Lot 7 of said Block 3.
The West 20 feet of %t 6, Block 2, Mork -Campion 3rd Addition,
Hennepin County, Minnesota, and the West,20 feet of the South 36 feet
of Lot 7 of said Block 2.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that no individual working for the Village of
Crystal will make fire calls during working hours unless released by their Super-
intendent and then only will be paid by the Village,at regular hourly wage and will
not be paid for the fire call if during regular working hours whereas the Village isular
already disbursing public money when paying said individual regwages while at
said fire.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we instruct the Crystal Village Civil
Service Commission to set up an examination for patrolmen and return a certified
list of three candidates to the Crystal Village Council, said employment date to
be set for first part of January, 1956.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that final approval be granted Johnsonts
Crystal Oaks Addition subject to drainage and utility easements over rear 51 of
Lots 1 through 8 and 11 through 16, the rear 101 of Lots 9 and 10, and the N. 51
of Lot 9, and standard procedure as recommended by the planning commission.
Motion by Headley seconded by EVans that finak approval be granted for Building Permit Q
#7220 for Ford Aviation for 601 x 301 addition to airport hangar, as recommended by l
the planning commission.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that final approval be granted Dundee Terrace v
subject to standard procedure as recommended by the planning commission.
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that final approval be granted West Winnetka I,
Terrace Addition subject to standard procedure as recommended by the planning
commission.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that final approval be granted West Winnetka I�,
Terrace 2nd Addition, subject to standard procedure, as recommended by the planning
commission.
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that final approval be granted Mork -Campion 3rd
Addition subject to turn -around easements on Xenia and Welcome Avenue and standard -b
procedure as recommended by the planning commission.
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November 15, 1955 (cont.)
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that the bond for Mork -Campion 3rd Addition
be set at $7000.00 as recommended by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that the bond for Dundee Terrace Addition
�-(e be set at $4500.00 as recommended by the Village Fhgineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that J. V. Gleason's bond on Job No.
5424, Improvement PIR (Anchor Casualty Co. Bond No. 16-x.76-54) be released as
recommended by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition for
�J Curb and Gutter on Maryland Avenue North from 47th to Fairview Avenues North.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that approval be granted the division of that
part of Lot 16, Block 2, Rosedale Acres lying W of E. 155.91 (except road) into
60.91 by the
N. 60.91 and that part lying S. of N. as recommended planning
commission.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition
Ave. No.
to operate a Beauty Parlor at 5726 - 34th
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that a one operator beauty parlor, to be
operated by Mrs. Eleanor Chudecke only at 5726 - 34th Age. No. be allowed as long
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as there are no objections in the immediate neighborhood as recommended by the
planning commission.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that approval be granted the division of the
W. 571 of Lot 1, Fairview Acres from the balance thereof to be combined with
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the E. 81 of adjacent vacated alley as recommended by the planning commission.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that approval be granted the division of the
S. 1371 of W-21 of Lot 5, Auditor's Subdivision 314, from the balance thereof
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subject to easement for street purposes over the S. 231 as recommended by the
planning commission.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the division of
the S. 1371 of E2 of Lot 6, Auditor's Subdivision 314 from the balance thereof,
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subject to easement for street purposes over the S. 231 as recommended by the
planning commission.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the division of the
S. 1371 of W-21 of Lot 6, Auditor's Subdivision 314 from the balance thereof,
subject to easement for street purposes as recommended by the planning commission.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the division of
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the S. 137' of W2 of Lot 7, Auditor's Subdivision 314 from the balance thereof,
subject to easement for street purposes as recommended by the planning commission.
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we accept and place on file Petition
for Sanitary Sewer Service 50th Avenue North, Douglas Drive to Hampshire.
on
Motion ley Evans seconded by Printon that we accept and place on file Petition
for,Sanitary Sewer Service on Florida Avenue North from 42nd to 43rd Avenues
North; on 42nd Avenue North from Florida to Douglas Drive.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we accept George T. Heidelberger's
Cashier's check for, -the amount of $1800.00 in lieu of bond for West Winnetka
Terrace First Addition.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that the bond for Mork -Campion 3rd Addition
be set at $7000.00 as recommended by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that the bond for Dundee Terrace Addition
�-(e be set at $4500.00 as recommended by the Village Fhgineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that J. V. Gleason's bond on Job No.
5424, Improvement PIR (Anchor Casualty Co. Bond No. 16-x.76-54) be released as
recommended by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petition for
�J Curb and Gutter on Maryland Avenue North from 47th to Fairview Avenues North.
November 15, 1955 (cont.)
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Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that we accept the quit claim deed of Frank
W. Gaulke and Florence L. Gaulke for Lot 5, Block 2, Gaulkets 5th Addition, Village
of Crystal, according to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the
office of the Registrar of Titles,_Hennepin County, Minnesota. (This property is
conveyed for park and water storage purposes.)
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that the certified check of Douglas L.
Matske, in the amount of $500.00, which was deposited to insure the vacation ,3 D
of "An Easement for Roadway One,Rod on each side of Line Dividing Lots 28 and
29, Auditorts Subdivision Number 328" be released; said vacation being made by
the Village Council on November 1, 1955•
Trustee Frinton introduced the following Resolution and moved for its adoption:
RESOLUTION COMMENDING STREET AND ENGINEERING DEPARTMENTS
WHWMS, the Village of Crystal has grown rapidly in the past few years
and
WHEREAS, the municipal problems handled by,the personnel of the Village
has been tremendous and
WHERFAS, the Street department and the engineering department suffered
from certain recent unjustified criticism,`
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that it is the consensus of the Village
Council of the Village of Crystal that the_employees of the street and
engineering department have done an outstanding job in the light of the
rapid growth of the municipality and the difficulties in relation to the
recent sewer and its effect on the public streets and they be commended,
for the manner in which they performed their duties.
The foregoing Resolution was seconded by Clerk Evans and on roll call the AXIJ
following voted in favor of same: Heise, Headley, Printon, Bronstad and Evans;
and the following voted against same: none, whereby the Resoluti&n was duly
passed and adopted.
Motion by fWahs- seconded by Printbn that we approve the application of 3 9L-1
Bowler Company for a plumbing license for the period of November 15, 1955 through
December 31, 1955•
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we approve the application of Zahlerts 3
Plumbing and Heating for a plumbing license for the period of November 15, 1955
through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that the streets in Mur3W Lane 8th Addition
be accepted by the Village for maintenance and the $14,000.00 bond posted February
22, 1954, be released, as recommended by the Village Engineer
Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that the street in Lyle Carlson's Hillcrest
Addition be accepted by the Village for maintenance and that Mr. Carlsonts $1000.00
certified check dated June 23, 1955 be released as recommended by the Village
.Engineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that approval be granted the application of 3
Bowler Co. for a Gas Connection license for the period of November 15, 1955 through
December 31, 1955•
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November 15, 1955 (cont.)
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that approval be granted the following
verified accounts: 1
Florence M. Sodren
16.50
Valet M. Skilling
16.50
Helen M. Bauer
16.50
Caroline A. Thomas
11.00
Muriel Falk
2.50
Ed Alwin
16.50
Ellen M. Dahlen
16.75
William Kranz
16.75
Ellen C. Jones
16.75
Anna M. Alrick
16.75
Verna M. Danielson
16.75
Jermaine A. O'Brien
16.00
Luella M. Connor
16.50
Loretta G. Olson
'16.00
Charlene V. Hensel
16.00
Florence M. Crumb
17.00
Niomi Tepley
17.00
Charlotte Valerius
17.00
Ethel M. Slanga
17.00
Adrian Matson
17.00
Florence L. Gaulke
16.50
Lois M. Peterson
16.50;
Mary J. Thomsonm
16.50
Will Liddicoat
16.50
Clarey Wieneke
16.50
William J. Norgon
16.50
Bernadine H. Plasencia
16.50
Marcella M. Connett
16.50
Charlotte Wallman
16.50
Edith B. Berg
16.50
Helena Odean
16.50
William Rudrud
16.50
Rosemary Thayer
16.50
Rebecca E. Morse
16.50
Ole Karlsgodt
16.00
Martha DeVAlk
16.00
Theodore Hurkman, Sr.
16.50
Anna A. Kronberg
16.50
Beverly B. Reid
16.50
Sylvia Ander
16.50
Mary E. Schreyer
16.50
Helen A. Carlson
17.90
Gertrude Ryan
18.40
Violet J. Bennethum
18.00
Patricia Simmons
18.20
Bernadette M. Cederberg
17.70
Mary M. Meelberg
17.10
Bernice Wessman
18.10
LaVerne E. Petersen
17.75
Minn. Hosp. Serv.
149.60
Mobile Sign & Poster
12.00
Iowa State College
13.75
J. V. Gleason
1188.77
Pfeifer and Shultz
11.20
Otto B. Ashbach and Sons
14,596.10
Lametti & Sons, Inc.
25,380.03
Pfeifer and Shultz
58.80
Pfeifer and Shultz
141.60
Lee -Bo Office Supply
9.19
Morton Salt Co.
71.00
Poucher Print. & Lith.
377.50
Crystal State Bank
15.00
Ewald Bros.
5.12
The Thomas Co.
11.16
Retail Credit Co.
4.25
General Electric Supply-
18.43
Twin City Testing
60.00
Pfeifer and Shultz
139.78
Warner Hardware Co.
81.66
N.W. Nat'l Bank
526.31
Crystal Lumber & Millwork 18.35
Ken Evans, Petty Cash
24.00
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned subject to call of
the Chair.
Clerk gesident the Counci
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November 22, 1955 15"1
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said
Village on Tuesday, November 22, 1955 at 8:00 otclock P.M. with the following
members present: Heise, Headley, Printon, Evans and Bronstad; and the following
were absent: none.
The minutes of the November 15th, 1955 meeting were approved as read.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that approval be granted the application
of Forest Pharmacy for a cigarette license to be in effect for the period of
November 15, 1955 through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that approval be granted the application of
Forest Pharmacy for a 3.2 Beer Off Sale License to be in effect for the period
of November 15, 1955 through December 31, 1955.
.Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that approval be granted the application of
Forest Pharmacy for a license to sell soft drinks for the period of November 15,
1955 through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that the $300.00 Bank Money order, deposited
by John R. Paulson on August 2, 1953 in lieu of bond for grading and graveling of the
extension of Colorado Avenue from Brunswick Addition to a point approximately 132,
South of Brunswick Addition, be released as recommended by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we accept the $1500.00 bond of Niles 5
Holding Company for the Dundee Terrace Addition.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that the certified check of Mr. Mahutga, in
the amount of $583.00, that was deposited in lieu of bond to insure completion
of work on Georgia Avenue from 31st Avenue to 32nd Avenue, be released as
recommended by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that the $200.00 certified check of Lakeland
Builders, which was deposited to cover removal of 40 loads of black dirt from
Lakeland Manor 2nd Unit until bond for this Addition was accepted, be released
as recommended by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that the Cusack and Carlson, Inc. bond for
Terrace Heights Addition be released as recommended by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Headley seconded by Bronstad that the bond of Arvid E. Carlson and Son, 9
Inc. in the amount of $8871.00 for Terrace Heights Addition be accepted as recommended
by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that we accept the bond in the sum of $500.00 /0
of Harold E. Fjerstad to cover his term in the office of Justice of the Peace
for the period of January 1, 1956 through December 31, 1957•
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that we approve the application of R & C �Y
Cab Co., Inc. for a license to operate a fifth taxicab in the Village of Crystal
for the period of November 20, 1955 through December 31, 1955•
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we accept the Cashierts check from Mr. /
Bies, in the amount of $1813.00, in lieu of bond for West Winnetka Terrace
Second Addition.
November 22, 1955 (continued)
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that Mr. L*.fers, 3941 Idaho North, be
1� appointed to the Crystal - Robbinsdale Joint Recreation Program Commission as
recommended by the Mayor of Crystal.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon
that we approve the following verified
accounts:
Red Owl Agency
42.50
Red Owl Agency
42.50
Northern States Power Co.
662.70
Lee -Bo Office Supply Co.
2.50
Miller -Davis Co.
97.50
John T. Irving
52.28
Acton Construction Co.
8127.19
Orfei and Mariani
16,629.35
Orfei and Mariani
37,873.56
Monarch Chemicals
4.00
Ed Ryan,Sheriff,Henn.Co.
8.00
Mike Scott
6.15
Larry Lawman
9.20
Howard Lawman
5.50
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned subject to call of the
Chair. /
Cler esident f the Council
(Part of November 22, 1955 Minutes)
Trustee Printon introduced the following Resolution and moved for its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONDEMNATIONS
WHEREAS, in connection with the present sewer program it is
necessary to utilize private property for the placing of sewers and
sewage lift stations, and
Wiffg=S, efforts have been made to obtain easements in and
upon said private property, and
WHEREAS, it has not been possible or practicable to obtain
easements in certain instances, and .
WHEREAS, it is necessary that work be started on said private
property immediately or in the near future,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Village
of Crystal that the officers of said Village be.and hereby are directed
to take all necessary steps to obtain by eminent domain the necessary
rights in and on said properties.
Adopted by the Council this 22nd day of November, 1955•
The foregoing Resolution was seconded by Clerk Evans and on roll call the
following voted in favor of same: Heise, Headley, Printon, Bronstad and Evans;
and the following voted against same: none, whereby the Resolution was duly
passed and adopted.
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December 6, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the*Village Hall in said
Village on Tuesday, December 6, 1955 at 8:00 o'clock P.M. with the following
members present: Printon as Acting Mayor, Evans and Bronstad; and the following
were absent: Heise and Headley.
The minutes of the meeting of November 22, 1955 were read and approved as read.
Mayor Heise appeared at 8:11 otclock P. M.
Motion by Frinton seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on file petitions
for sanitary sewer service on
60th Avenue North from Highway 52 to Douglas Drive,
Rooney's Addition
Lot 2, Auditorts Subdivision No. 110
Lots 1 through 6, Block 1, Whiteoaks Manor
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we authorize paymerit'to Pearson Bros,
in the amount of $1,1.8.34 for grading and graveling work performed in Registered
Land Surveys 221 and 224 abutting upon property not owned and developed by them,
as recommended by the Village Engineer.
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that we accept the Quit Claim'Deed of Richmond
Housing Co.: All that part of Tract "U" Registered Land Survey No. 221, Hennepin ,
County, Minnesota, lying West of a Line extended North from the West line of Tract
"H" of said Registered land Survey; Tract "Q" Registered Land Survey'No. 224,
Hennepin County, Minnesota; Tract "V" Registered Land Survey No. 497, Hennepin
County,,Minnesota,
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Motion by Evans deconded by Bronstad that we accept the Warranty Deed of Blanche
L. Howe, Palma L. Howe, Mattie K. howe, Evelyn R. Howe, and Janet E. Howe for Tract kf
"H" and,Tract "D" of Registered Land Survey No. 438 according to the plat -on file
and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for said County of
Hennepin.
Motion by Printon that we adopt an Ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN
CRDEWCE REGULATING THE USE OF PUBLIC ,AND PRIVATE SEWERSAND DRAINS, PRIVATE , SEKAgE
DISPOSAL, THE INSTAL14TION AND COWECTION OF BUILDING SEWERS, ,AND THE DISCHARGE OF �
TITERS AND WASTES INTO THE PUBLIC SEWER SYSTEM, AM PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR �
VIOIATIIVG THEREOF"(No. 55-20 Chapter 45-1) as read.
The motion for adoption was seconded by Trustee Evans and upon roll call being taken
thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Printon, Evans and Bronstad;
and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said Ordinance was.declared
duly passed and adopted.
Motion by Printon that we adopt an Ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
ORDIMNCE REGULATING THE INSTALT'ATION, ALTERATIONS. MkINTENANCE, REPAIR AND USE CF
ELECTRICAL WIRING AND APPARATUS IN AND FOR ALL BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES IN THE
VILLAGE OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA, PROVIDING FOR THE ISSU&NCE OF PERMITS AND COLLECTION
OF FEES THEREFOR AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF" (no. 55-21
Chapter 15-1) as read.
The motion for adoption was seconded by Trustee Evans and upon roll call being taken
thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Printon, Evans and Bronstad;
and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said Ordinance was delared
duly passed and adopted.
Motion by'Evans seconded by Printon that we authorize the release of U. S. Treasury
Certificates of Indebtedness dated February 9, 1955, due December 15, 1955 in the
amount of $500,000.00 to the Crystal State Bank and accept in their place:
$250000.00 U.S. Certificates of Indebtedness 2 5/8% due 12-1-1956
250,000.00 U.S. Treasury Notes, 2 7/8% due 6-15-1958
as collateral for securities pledged to secure Village of Crystal Deposits at the
Crystal State Bank.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by,Evans that the clerk be instructed to write a letter
to the Civil Service Commission stating that Donald Bryant has completed his six
months probationary period satisfactorily.
Motion by Evans seconded by Printon that the Off Sale Liquor License of V. R.
p� Rooney and Oscar Paul Jones be transferred t6 V. R. Rooney, doing business as the
Community Liquor Store -at 107 Willow Bend, Crystal Shopping Center, and said transfer
of license to be in effect until June 30, 1956.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that approval be granted the transfer of
p $3,084.06 from Sanitary Sewer Imp. #8 to Street Department Fund for work performed
for L. J. McNulty, Inc. and deducted from the bill paid to L. J. McNulty, Inc.
for gravel.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we accept and place on'file petition
for roadway on 462 Avenue from Hampshire Avenue East of the alley running from
It 46th Avenue to 47th Avenue and parallel tooDouglas Drive. (Street to be 501 wide
from property line to property line.)
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we allow Christmas trees to be sold
at 36th and Orchard by Valley'Community Presbyterian Church until December 25th,
1955• This is strictly a church affair and not a commercial venture.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we approve the following verified accountsa
Smith Grocery
23.10
Ewald Bros.Creamery
5.12
Betlach Jewelerts
4.75
Orin Hollom
18.75
John T. Irving
29.93
Lucille M. Nelson
59.50
T. N. Andresen
186:67
Weinmans Plumbing Co.
9:80
Della Hanson
33.00
Parkview Hospital
157:90
Rollins Fuel Oil Company
8:40
Crystal Super Market
141.80
Faegre and Benson
600:00
L. J. McNulty
14,835.00
B. J. Carney & Co.
3.00
Minneapolis Gas Company
177.50
N.W." Nat'l Bank
171.00
N.W.Nattl Bank
23;634.00
N.W. Nat11 Bank
1;539.84
N. W. Nat'l Bank
7,422:28
First Nattl Bank of Mpls.
15,419.95
Minneapolis Gas Co.
8147
Merry Hill Kennels
264.50
Morton Salt Co.
35.50
Tessem Construction Co.
2,200.49
L. J. McNulty
1,660.49
There being no further business, the
the cam,
C1e
meeting was adjourned, subject to the call of
4eizi*deol the Counc'
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December 13, 1955
161
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular'meeting of the Village council of
the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said Village
on Tuesday, December 13, 1955 at 8:00 osclock P. M. with the following members
present: Heise, Evans, Headley, Bronstad and Printon; and the following were absents
none. ,
The minutes of the meeting of December 6th, 1955 were read and: approved as read.
Motion by Frinton seconded by Bronstad that tentative approval be granted the proposed
plat of Lakeland Manor, 3rd Unit; subject to 101 utility easement over the rear of
all lots and including Outlot 2 of Lakeland Manor 2nd Unit as part of said plat,
subject to standard procedure, as recommended by the planning commission.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that division be granted the N2 and the S2 of a,
Lot 24, Block 4, Woodland Homes, and combining the N2 -with Lot 25, Block 4 and the S2
with Lot 23, Block 4, Woodland Homes, as recommended by the planning commission.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that division be granted of the N2 of 4i of that
part of E2 of NW, of S4 Section 9, Township 118, Range 21 lying N. of S. 264 feet and
S. of N. 265 6/10 feet -thereof except streets, and also the division of the S2 of N2
of that part of E2 of NW,k of SWJ of S1, Section 9, Township 118, Range 21 lying N.
of S. 264 feet and S. of N. 265-6/10 feet thereof except streets, as recommended by
the planning commission.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we adopt a resolution assuming responsi-
bility for the improvement of the public streets in Dundee Terrace Addition by:
Filling Bass Lake Road Ditch
Gravel Base
2" Oil Stabilization with Rolled curb
Street signs
Stop signs
Adjust Storm Sewer Inlet
2" Caliper Elm Boulevard Trees
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Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that we amend our motion from the minutes of
December 6th, 1955 to read that the off sale license of V. R. Rooney and Oscar Paul S
Jones be transferred to V. R. Rooney and R. J. Keller, doing business as the
Community Liquor Store.
Motion by Printori that,we'adopt an tmdidmant to the Zoning Ordinance entitled
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE VILTAGE OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
(No. 55-22 Chapter 13-11) as read..
The motion for adoption was seconded by Trustee Evans and upon roll call being taken
thereon the following voted in favor thereof: Heise, Printon, Evans, Bronstad and
Headley; and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said Ordinance
was declared duly passed and adopted.
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that due to the Christmas Holidays, the regular
meeting of the Village Council scheduled for Tuesday evening, December 27th be
cancelled.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we approve the following verified accounts:
Hall, Smith and Hedlund 385.41
Standard Oil Co. 340.52
American Linen -Co. 16.30
Crystal Lumber Co. 70.08
Crook and Hanley, Inc. 14.80
Pfeifer and Shultz 101.59
Tessem Construction Co. 496.80
N.W.Bell Telephone 228.67
Crystal Motors 3.34
Merry Hill Kennels 257.00
Reinhard Bros. Co.4:83
03
Pfeifer and Shultz
162
December 13, 1955 (continued)
Pfeifer and Shultz
1542.59
Pfeifer and Shultz
681.28
Walter S. Biooth & Son
4.67
Howard Lumber Co.
13.44
Ray's D X Service
24.50
Miller Davis Co.
16.20
Northern Automotive Co.
41.06
Art Peterson Garage
23.00
Brunswick Methodist Church
15.00
C. A. Wood
15.00
William Weisert
78.85
Larry Lawman
9.20
Farnham Stationery & School Sup. 34.60
Ken Evans
40.71
Crystal Fire Dept.Relief Assn.
1315.58
Pfeifer and Shultz
461.06
Robbinsdale Oil Co.
45.10
Geo. A. Clark & son
117.72
National Tea Co.
46.10
Bob Knowles Ford
4.40
Elliott Auto -Supply
15.69
Arthur R. Smith & Son
5.85
Auel Equipment Co.
4.23
Noble Drug
15.00
Arnold _Sibet
47.50
Williams Hardware
11.41
Howard Lawman
9.20
Pearson Bros.
1148.34
Post Publishing Co.
431.90
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call of
the chair.
Clerk
President of the Council
December 20, 1955
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Village council
of the Village of Crystal, Minnesota was duly held at the Village Hall in said
Village on Tuesday, December 20th, 1955 at 8:00 P.M. with the following members
present: Heise, Headley, Printon, Evans and Bronstad; and the following were
absent: none.
The minutes of the meeting of December 13, 1955 were read and approved as read.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that we accept the $300.00 cashier's check
0 of Hiawatha Home Builders', Inc. in lieu of bond for boulevard sodding on 38th
Avenue in Colonial Acres 2nd Addition as recommended by.the Village engineer.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we release the $24,500.00 bond of
Hiawatha Home Builders, Inc. for Colonial Acres 2nd Addition as recommended by the
village engineer.
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that we adopt a resolution cancelling out $19.50
of assessments levied against E. P. Gabbert, 4425 Adair Ave. No., Lot 1, Block 6,
Robbinsdale Home Gardens 4th Addition, said assessment being figured on 70.1' and
should have been figured on 55.11.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we approve the following transfers:
From Park Fund to General Fund (Street Department) $542.00
From Poor Fund to General Fund (Street Department) 1 16.00
Total transfer to General Fund $558.00
From Sanitary Sewer Imp. No. 9 to Sanitary Sewer
Improvement No. 8 $100,000.00
From Sanitary Sewer Imp. No. 8 to General Fund 41.,638.02
Bal. of 7% Engineering $20,061.43
Bal. of 2% Clerical 19,183.29
Bal. of 1% Legal 22393.30
Total .0
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Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that we authorize the release of U. S. Treasury
Bills dated October 13, 1955 and due January 12, 1956 in the amount of $200,000.00, 5
to the Crystal State Bank, mhich Bills were to secure Village of Ctystal deposits.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we accept and place on file petition
for Sanitary Sewer Service on Hill Place - Hampshire Avenue to Jersey Avenue.
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we accept the following easements from
Wagnerts Garden Tracts for roadway purposes from the following:
Zenith M. Duevel
The -Bast thirty (30) feet of Lot Eight (8) and the South one-half
(Sz) of Lot Nine (9), BlockiTwo (2) Wagners Garden Tracts, according
to the plat thereof on file and of record in the Register of Deeds
office.
Russell G. Hansen and Orel E. Hansen two (2) easements
The --east thirty (30) feet of the north one half (N2) of Lot nine
(9), Block two (2) of Wagners Garden Tracts, according to the plat
thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds.
The east thirty (30) feet of the south sixty (60) feet of Lot Ten
(10)0 Block two (2) of Wagners Garden Tract, according to the plat
thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds.
Ronald V. Moretter and Lois E. Moretter
The West Thirty (30) feet of the South Sixty (60) feet of Lot Three
(3), Block two (2), Wagners Garden Tracts, according to the plat
thereof on file -and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds.
William F. Moretter and Lydia E. Moretter
West Thirty (30) feet of that part of Lot Three (3), Block Two
(2) lying North of the south Sixty (60) feet of Wagnerts Garden
Tract, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the
office of the Register of,Deeds.
Carl U. Carlson and Hilma S. Carlson __
The west thirty (30) feet of Lot one (1), Block two (2) of Wagners
Garden Tract, according to the plat thereof on file and of record
in the office of the Register of Deeds.
Edwin F. Carlson and Marie K. Carlson
The south thirty (30) feet and the west thirty (30) feet of the south
One hundred thirty two (132) feet of the East one half (E2) of the
Northwest one-quarter (NWS) of the southwest one-quarter (SW4) of the
Southwest One-quarter (SW*) of Section nine (9). Township one hundred
eighteen (118); Rangetwenty one north (R21N), according to the
Government survey thereof.
Charles Tepley and Niami Tepley
West thirty (30) feet of Lot two (2), Block two (2), Wagners
Garden Tract according to the plat thereof on file -and of record
in the office of the Register of Deeds.
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Motion by Bronstad seconded by Printon that we accept the following easements from
Auditorts Subdivision No. 314 for street purposes from the following:
Sidney D. Chelmo and Pearl M. Chelmo
The North twenty-three (23) feet of Lot Eleven (11),
Auditor's Subdivision 314, in the South one-half
of Sec. 8, T. 118, R. 21.
Clifford G. Hognes and Isabel R. Hognes and
Ervin I. Ostman and Bernice J. Ostman
The South twenty-three (23) feet of the West one-half
of Lot Seven (7), Auditorts Subdivision 314, in the
South one-half of Sec. 8,_T. 1182 R. 21.
Donald L. Alrick and Pauline Alrick and
Ervin I. Ostman and Bernice J.,Ostman
The South twenty-three (23) feet of the West one-half
of Lot Seven (7), Auditorts Subdivision 314, in the
South one-half of Sec. 8,..T. 118, R. 21.
Walt6t L. Rausch and Eunice V. Rausch and
Ervin I. Ostman and Berneice J. Ostman
The South twenty-three (23) feet of the East one.,half
of Lot Six (6), Auditorts Subdivision 314, in the
South one-half of Sec. 8, T. 118, R. 21.
Harold E. Swanson and Jeanette Swanson and
Ervin I. O,stman and Bernice J. Ostman
The South twenty-three (23) feet of the West one-half
of Lot Five (5), Auditor's Subdivision 314, in the
South one-half of Sec. 8, T. 118, R. 21.
Gust Dressel and Agnes 0. Dressel and
Ervin I. Ostman and Bern ice J. Ostman
The North twenty-three (23) feet of Lot Twelve (12),
Auditorts Subdivision 314, in the South one-half
of Sec. -8, T. 118, R. 21.
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that we approve the applications of the following
to sell 3.2 Beer Off Sale for the period of January 1, 1956 through December 31, 1956:
John Hreha
Crystal Pharmacy
Crystal Liquor Store
Louie's Log Cabin
Wallace E. Saarela (Dairyland)
Al's Grocery
Medical Center Pharmacy
Noble Drug
Crystal Grocery
Snyder Drug Stores, Inc.
Forest -Pharmacy
Red Owl Stores, Inc.
Robnan, Inc. (Benny's Supermarket)
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following to sell
31, 1956:
December 20, 1955 (continued)
seconded by Bronstad that we approve the applications of the
soft drinks for the period of January 1, 1956 through December
Crystal Motors, Inc.
Crystal Super Valu, Inc.
A. R. Smith Grocery
Crystal Pharmacy
Crystal Ligmor Store
Wallace E. Saarela
Clark's Flying Service
Suburban Motel
Douglas C. Cook
Crystal Cafe
Klein Foods
Medical Center Pharmacy
'Alls Grocery
Martyts Grill, Inc. to
Noble.Drug
Crystal Grocery
Snyder Drug Stores, Inc.
Forest Pharmacy
Lakeland Skyways, Inc.
Red Owl Stores, Inc.
Robnan, Inc.
George 1. Hanson
Motion by Evans seconded by lFrinton that we approve'the applications of the following
for electrical licenses for the period of January 1, 1956 through December 31, 1956;
Minneapolis Electric Service Co.
Suburban Electric Co.
Central Electric Co.
Hoffman's Electric Service
Lee Electric Co.
Gustafson-Fuxa, Inc.
Reliable Electric Co., Inc.
General Outdoor Adv. Co.
A & A Electric, Inc.
Williams Elebtric, Inc.
John A. Ess & Sons
F. N. Hurd Co.
Georgets Electric Co.
Mayer Electric Co.
Prior bake Electric
Johnson Electric
Parson's Electric Co.
J. 0. Sallblad
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we approve the applicationsof the
following for licenses to operate wholesale storage tanks for the period of January
1, 1956 through December 31, 1956.-
Schwartz
956:
Schwartz Oil Co.
Regent Fuel Oil Co.
Sipe and Gray Oil Co.
King Gas Company
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Evans that we approve the applications of the
following for restaurant licenses for the period of January 1, 1956 through
December 31, 1956:
Crystal Pharmacy Marty's Grill, Inc.
Crystal Cafe Noble -Drug
Medical Center Pharmacy Snyder ,Drug Stores, Inc.
George I. Hanson
Motion by Headley seconded by Printon that we approve the applications of the
following for licenses to operate milk trucks for the period'of January 1, 1956
through December 31, 1956:
Franklin Co-op Creamery - 3 trucks
Clover Leaf Creamery - 1 truck
Dairy Distributors, Inc.- 3 trucks
Ewald Brothers - 8 trucks
Motion by Evans seconded by Bronstad that we approve the applications of the
following for licenses to operate a gas station and pumps for the period'of'January
1, 1956 through December 31, 1956:
Crystal Motors, Inc. - Gas Station with 2 pumps S
Cook's Pure Oil Station - Gas Station with 4 pumps
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Clark's Flying Service - Gas Station with 1 pump
Erickson Brothers - Gas Station with 4 pumps
Al's Grocery - Gas Station with 1 pump
Shell Oil Co. - Gas Station with 4 pumps
Lakeland Skyways, Inc. - Gas Station and -1 pump
Motion by Bronstad'seconded by Printon that we approve the applications -of -the
following for lic enses for billboards for thelperiod of January 11 1956 through
December 31, 1956:
National Outdoor Display Co., Inc. at 5004 W.Broadway and at Parkway Motor
Hotel
The Suburban Motel
Post Publi shing' C o.
Louis R. Paulson '
Naegle Advertising Co. at the following locations:
Douglas Drive and Highway #52
Douglas Drive and 36th Ave. No.
S. E. Corner of Douglas Drive and West Broadway
S. E. Corner Bass Lake Road and Highway #52
Motion by Headley seconded by Evans that we approve the applications of the
following for licenses to sell cigarettes for the period of January 1, 1956 through
December 31, 1956:
John Hreha
Crystal Super Valu, Inc.
Crystal Liquor Store
Louie's Log Cabin
The Suburban Motel
Douglas C. Cook
Medical Center Pharmacy
Red Owl Stores, Inc.
Noble Drug
Crystal Grocery
Forest Pharmacy
George I. Hanson
Palace Inn
A. R. Smith Grocery
Crystal Pharmacy
Wallace E. Saarela
&Lein Foods
Crystal Cafe
Al's Grocery
Marty's Grill, Inc.
The Paddock
Snyder Drug Stores, Inc.
Robnan, .Inc.
Motion by Bronstad seconded by Headley that we approve the applications of the
following for licenses for Gas installations for the period of January 1, 1956
through December 31, 1956:
Soderlin Plumbing and Heating Co.
The LeVahn Brothers
l� Carlson Plumbing and Heating Co.
The Waterbury Co.
Spetz and Berg
Standard Heating Co.
Egan and Sons Co.
Clare Nordwall Plumbing and Heating
Arthur R. Smith and Co.
T. D. Gustafson Co.
Francis Weishaar
Perfection Heating Co., Inc.
Grudem Brothers Co.
Motion by Printon seconded by Evans that we approve the applications of the following
for plumbing licenses for the period of January 1, 1956 through December 31, 1956:
Arthur R. Smith and Son Francis Weishaar
T. D. Gustafson Co. Spetz and Berg
`� Superior Plumbing and Heating Co. Egan and Sons Co.
Arrowhead Plumbing Co. William Carlson Plumbing and Heating
LeVahn Brothers Clare Nordwall Plumbing and Heating
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Motion by Evans seconded by Headley that the Crystal Gospel Church be granted �0
permission to use the old Village Hall through the month of January, 1956.
Motion by Printon seconded by Headley that we adopt the ordinance on vending machines
as submitted and entitled "An Ordinance for the Inspection, Regulation,and Licensing
of Food, Maintaining or Operating Vending Machines, and to Provide Penalties for the i
Violation thereof."
Motion by Frinton seconded by Bronstad that we set an additional $1200.00 bond for �.
Dundee Terrace Addition for sodding boulevards.
Motion by Headley, seconded by Evans that the $200.00 certified check of Lakeland
Builders s, Inc. for black dirt removal in Lakeland Manor 2nd Addition that was
released on.November 17th, 1955 be retained in lieu of bond for a turn -around at
the north end of Hampshire Avenue in said addition.
Motion :by Bronstad seconded by Headley that the $7000.00 bond for 0stmants 6th A�
addition be reduced to the amount of $3699.00.
Motion by Printon seconded by Bronstad that we approve the following verified
accounts;
Minneapolis Abstract Corporation
38.80
Pfeifer and Shultz
358.55
Crystal Lumber Co., Inc.
17.00
Black Top Service Co.
179.00
American -Public Works Asstn.
1.20
H. A. Rogers Co.
27.90
Tessem Construction Co. _
165.60
Orfei & Marian. & Sons,
Ine.126,649.50
Crook and Hanley, Inc.
14.80
Robert C. Duren _
9.75
John,T. Irving
28.05
Clover Leaf Creamery Co.
11.60
Anderson Aggregate
98.53
Fire Equipment Co.
1.25
Crystal Direct Service
161.85
Paper Calmenson & Co.
211.28
Post Publishing Co.
264.40
Ken Evans
71.57
"N -E" Hour Transfer Co.
5.15
Coast to Coast Stores
6.73
School District No. 24
96.00
Motion by Headl%iy, seconded by Printon that we adjory the meeting, subject to cazL l
of the Chair
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