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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY
OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
STUDY SESSION
MARCH 27, 2023
CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session called to order by Mayor April Graves at
6:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor April Graves and Councilmembers Marquita Butler, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Dan Jerzak,
and Teneshia Kragness. Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Interim Director of
Community Development Jess Anderson, City Clerk Barb Suciu, and City Attorney Jason Hill.
CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS
Mayor Graves asked if there was any discussion of the agenda or agenda items.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she had a change to the minutes for the Study
Session on page 1, second paragraph housing provider should read “provide better housing
through code enforcement.”
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked if Consent Agenda Item 6j., Resolution
Acknowledging Awarded Funds for Livable Communities Act’s Livable Communities
Demonstration Account Funding and Transit Oriented Development Funding Authorizing
Acceptance of Grant Funds for Opportunity Site Development Projects, was appropriate to accept
before discussing the Opportunity Site during the Work Session. City Manager Reggie Edwards
stated Staff has been looking for resources to assist in the development of the Opportunity Site.
He stated the discussion on the Opportunity Site wouldn’t be impacted by Consent Agenda Item
6j. Resolution Acknowledging Awarded Funds for Livable Communities Act’s Livable
Communities Demonstration Account Funding and Transit Oriented Development Funding
Authorizing Acceptance of Grant Funds for Opportunity Site Development Projects and vice versa.
Councilmember Kragness stated on page 2 of the March 13, 2023, Regular Session minutes, there
is an error that she mentioned previously that was not corrected accurately regarding feeling
conflicted. It was Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson who stated she was conflicted and not
Councilmember Butler.
MISCELLANEOUS
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Councilmember Jerzak noted he previously stated he would not be comfortable accepting any
grants until there is a grant policy in place. In the interest of being collaborative, he will no longer
pull grant items from the Consent Agenda as Staff is working toward a grant policy.
Councilmember Jerzak noted that in the agenda there are several time-sensitive items, but there
needs to be a time set to discuss the increase in the number of violent crimes in Brooklyn Center.
The community needs to hear from the Council, and they should schedule a meeting within the
week.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she can make herself available for a meeting.
Mayor Graves stated she plans to attend a regional meeting on violent crime on Wednesday, March
29, 2023. It would make sense for her to attend that meeting so they understand how Brooklyn
Center can work with jurisdictional partners.
Councilmember Jerzak noted his understanding of Mayor Graves’ perspective. However, it is very
pressing to address the issue of violent crime, particularly with the shooting events of March 26,
2023, in mind.
Mayor Graves stated she shares Councilmember Jerzak’s concerns, noting the City is in a better
place than last year as there are more officers in the City as the Police Department is fully funded.
Also, there is value in continuing to collaborate across cities.
Councilmember Butler agreed she has concerns about violent crime. The Council may not be able
to find a shared availability and Staff would be pressed for time to prepare for a meeting. The
Council needs to lean on the professionals, so it may be appropriate to schedule a meeting for the
following week.
Councilmember Kragness stated the Council needs to make crime a priority. It is an urgent matter
that needs to be discussed right away, but the discussion must include action items.
Mayor Graves stated she will share details of the meeting with the Council and Staff to help
develop a meeting agenda.
Councilmember Butler suggested each Councilmember email their availability to the Clerk to find
a shared time to meet.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson noted there is a Board of Appeals meeting on April 3, 2023.
The meeting is at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Graves asked if members of the Council would be available at
6:00 p.m. on that date. Various Councilmembers nodded regarding their availability.
Councilmember Jerzak stated part of the urgency issue is to respond to the community and explain
what efforts the City is taking. The Council and Staff need to have a united front.
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DISCUSSION OF WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEMS AS TIME PERMITS
WANGSTAD COMMONS RENTAL HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Dr. Edwards noted Jason Aarsvold of Ehlers is temporarily assisting Brooklyn Center as they
transition into a new permanent Community Development Director.
Mr. Aarsvold stated the purpose of the presentation is to revisit terms approved in June 2022 for
public assistance for the Wangstad housing project, review the status and increased financial gap,
and consider the option to help solve the project’s gap.
Mr. Aarsvold stated in June 2022, the City approved a Term Sheet and purchase agreement option
where the land would be sold for $225,000, a Tax Increment Funding (TIF) commitment for the
project totaled $482,000, and TIF assistance was pay‐as‐you ‐go, meaning the developer finances
100% of TIF portion and is reimbursed with increment generated by the project. The City’s
support was necessary for the developer to successfully obtain tax credits through MN Housing’s
competitive process. Wangstad Commons received an allocation of tax credits at the end of 2022
after multiple attempts.
Mr. Aarsvold explained like other projects, Wangstad is challenged with inflation in projects and
an increasing interest rate environment. The developer is working to solve this and has managed
to deal with most of these challenges but is still coming up short of full financing. The developer
approached the City to request assistance to close the remaining gap of over $600,000. City Staff
and Ehlers worked with the developer to consider the option to assist with the remaining gap.
Mr. Aarsvold pointed out the developer worked to solve much of the gap through the assumption
of additional tax credits from MN Housing, which still requires approval from MN Housing. They
have also increased first mortgage proceeds based on updated financials. Based on a review of
updated financials, staff and Ehlers concluded that the project does have a financial gap and that
additional assistance for the project is warranted.
Mr. Aarsvold stated the proposed City contribution to solve the gap includes writing down the cost
of the land to $1. This would provide a $225,000 benefit to the project. Any land sale proceeds
would have to be put back into TIF #3 and used for a project like this anyway. This method is
viewed as the most efficient and least impactful to the City. This would help solve some, but not
all the gap. This option also keeps new TIF assistance at the previously agreed-upon level.
Increasing the TIF amount from the new district means the project would have to stay in the
district longer, and the goal was to be sure the project could come out as soon as possible to help
the tax base.
Mr. Aarsvold showed a few tables with the financials of the project. He showed the increased cost
of the project due to the increased cost of construction.
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Mr. Aarsvold stated if the Council wishes to continue based on revised terms, Staff will continue
with the following steps: final land use approvals for the project, Planning Commission on April
13, 2023, and City Council consideration on May 8, 2023. As for the creation of a new TIF district
for the project, initial notices would be sent for this district to keep the schedule. The TIF district
would need approval by EDA and City Council; it is currently scheduled for May 8, 2023.
Additionally, Staff would draft a final purchase and development agreement to sell the property
and outline the specifics of EDA assistance. The agreement requires EDA approval, and that is
planned for May 8, 2023.
Councilmember Kragness asked for clarification on the First Mortgage. Mr. Aarsvold stated the
First Mortgage is a calculated amount based on income from the project, and it doesn’t need to
be approved. The Tax Credits would need to be approved by Minnesota Housing.
Mayor Graves asked what happens if the developer can’t get additional tax credits. Mr. Aarsvold
stated then the gap would be larger. Changing the purchase agreement wouldn’t guarantee a
project, but it would help them to move in the right direction.
Councilmember Jerzak stated his concern about such projects is the added cost to the City for more
Staff services such as inspections and public safety. Those costs are not reflected in the City’s
budget at all. He asked if there is a backup plan to obtain additional funding for the remaining
gap.
Mr. Aarsvold agreed any new development has ongoing costs. That is a primary reason for getting
TIF moving along. Rentals are fee-based, so that would allow for some funding to the City. Also,
the tax base would assist with those increases.
Mr. Aarsvold stated as a backup plan, the Staff and the developer have not discussed another plan.
The first plan was to bring the issue to the Council to create a new development agreement.
Councilmember Jerzak stated his point is there is a lot of ask for the Council, and they only have
so much financial bandwidth.
Councilmember Kragness asked for more information on the purpose of writing the land down to
$1. Mr. Aarsvold stated the City had committed the $225,000 and the TIF. The City has the
options of increasing the TIF, waiving the purchase price, or looking to other financial resources
in the City. Out of those options, the land write-down would be the best option. It wouldn’t impact
taxpayers, it would get the TIF off the tax rolls sooner, and it wouldn’t cost the City anything. The
money for the sale of the land would go back to EDA’s TIF 3 which would only go toward assisting
another housing project. Therefore, Staff recommended continued support of the project as it has
already been approved. Also, the tax credits are hard to come by and fund the majority of the
credits.
Johnny Opara, President and CEO of JO Companies explained Wangstad Commons has been very
successful in obtaining tax credits. The company is also considering re-engineering the project,
although they are very happy with the current amenities and plan. The project has also included a
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large amount of community engagement efforts and seen community support for the project.
Councilmember Jerzak stated he is neutral on the project. The devil is in the details. They
discussed the numerous cameras that are planned for the project, but there still needs to be good
management to make proper use of cameras. He added it is hard to add another project when the
City hasn’t completed other commitments.
Mr. Opara noted he has a representative of the management company present. They just received
feedback from a resident of development in St. Paul where they expressed their feeling of safety.
The developer cannot ensure safety, but they can put safety measures in place. For example, a
FOB is required for access to any amenities and the elevator.
Councilmember Butler thanked Mr. Opara for his commitment to the project and his passion for
quality housing. Mayor Graves noted her agreement.
Mayor Graves stated she is comfortable moving forward with the Staff suggestion.
Councilmember Jerzak asked if the final details will still be presented to the Council. If that is the
case, then he would be comfortable moving forward.
It was the majority consensus of the City Council to direct Staff to move forward with the next
steps regarding the Wangstad Commons Development.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Graves adjourned the Study Session at 6:40 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY
OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
MARCH 27, 2023
CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH THE CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Informal Open Forum called to order by Mayor April
Graves at 6:45 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor April Graves and Councilmembers Marquita Butler, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Dan Jerzak,
and Teneshia Kragness. Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Director of Public
Works Elizabeth Heyman, Interim Community Development Director Jesse Anderson, Director of
Community Prevention, Health, and Safety LaToya Turk, Police Chief Kellace McDaniel,
Assistant City Manager/City Clerk Barb Suciu, and City Attorney Jason Hill.
Mayor April Graves opened the meeting with Informal Open Forum.
Jeff L. noted he has been a Brooklyn Center resident for 44 years. He is upset with some people
keeping police busy while another crime occurs. With the closing of Walmart and the recent
daytime shooting impacting six people, the Council must stand firmly behind the Police
Department. The newly elected Council can return the City from the brink of disaster.
Jeff L. added the Implementation Committee is very anti-police. Using the term “murderers” to
refer to law enforcement is inappropriate. Such language makes him question the Implementation
Committee’s motives. The real problem is the criminals and not the police officers. The policy to
not enforce laws should be rescinded, no matter how trivial the laws may be. Safety should be the
priority of the Council.
John S. stated several community members have come to him and complimented the City Clerk
Barb Suciu. He added he didn’t want to miss Women’s History Month without recognizing the
impact of women in Brooklyn Center, such as through City Staff and City Council.
John S. stated the Implementation Committee has never explicitly said they are anti-police. He
explained he is not anti-police, and calling one person a “murderer” does not mean they are
referring to all police officers.
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Julie B. noted she attended the beginning of the Housing and Planning Commission last week. She
asked for the Council to consider all Commissions and Committees to be streamed using the Owl
to allow for more access.
Julie B. added no one on the Implementation Committee is anti-police. Being critical of an entity
doesn’t necessarily mean opposition to the entity.
Janice N. stated her family moved to Brooklyn Center in the 1940s. She saw someone stealing
from the store in Brooklyn Center today, and Staff told her they don’t intervene in shoplifting.
That is hard for the parent companies.
Kevin S. agreed the Owls are essential to include all community members. He stated he recently
walked to the Legion. He suggested there be more accessibility in that area. Also, there should
be flags up and have that be a meeting point for different groups.
Joylenna G. stated the NYU School of Law – Barry Friedman, is a great resource regarding
policing and how laws have changed. She added venting online does not build community, and
she encouraged everyone to get to know their neighbors.
Joylenna G. stated many of the conversations of the Council are regarding rental units. She asked
when the Council will address the issue of homeownership. Homeownership is vital and also
allows people to feel ownership of their lives and their community.
Joylenna G. noted there is excess in the State budget. She asked how the Finance Commission is
supposed to access that if they aren’t meeting until the end of the legislative session. That is a
disservice to the City.
Joylenna G. added there is a speed limit in which police officers can drive places. She heard police
officers racing down the street before 7:00 a.m. when children are waiting to get on the bus. She
asked where the accountability is for police officers.
Mayor Graves stated the police are not needlessly constrained by something the Council is doing.
The Police Department has increased staffing, and they have no direction to not enforce certain
laws. Also, the Implementation Committee has not done anything to stop law enforcement from
enforcing any laws.
Councilmember Jerzak moved and Councilmember Butler seconded to close the Informal Open
Forum at 6:07 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
2. INVOCATION
Councilmember Butler stated it is Women’s History Month which pays homage to women who
have made an impact. She read a quote from Ruth Bader Ginsburg, “As women achieve power,
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the barriers will fall. As society sees what women can do, as women see what women can do, there
will be more women out there doing things, and we'll all be better off for it.”
3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order by Mayor April Graves
at 7:08 p.m.
4. ROLL CALL
Mayor April Graves and Councilmembers Marquita Butler, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Dan Jerzak,
and Teneshia Kragness. Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Director of Public
Works Elizabeth Heyman, Interim Community Development Director Jesse Anderson, Director of
Community Prevention, Health, and Safety LaToya Turk, Police Chief Kellace McDaniel, City
Clerk Barb Suciu, and City Attorney Jason Hill.
5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Butler moved and Councilmember Jerzak seconded to approve the Agenda and
Consent Agenda, as amended, with amendments to the Regular Session minutes of March 13,
2023, and the following consent items were approved:
6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. March 13, 2023 – Study Session
2. March 13, 2023 – Regular Session
3. March 13, 2023 – Work Session
6b. LICENSES
MECHANICAL
Absolute Mechanical 7338 Ohms Lane, Edina 55439
Residential Heating and Air Conditioning 7454 Washington Avenue S, Eden
Prairie 55391
St. Cloud Refrigeration 604 Lincoln Avenue NE, St. Cloud
56304
RENTAL
INITIAL (TYPE IV – six-month license)
5322 Irving Ave N Peter Phuong Nguyen
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RENEWAL (TYPE IV – six-month license)
5301 Russell Avenue N Amax Sommerset Llc
1605 56th Avenue N Fyr Sfr Borrower Llc
3207 67th Avenue N Elijah G Nyambane
3701 66th Avenue N Victor O Ogunbanwo
6018 Camden Avenue N Crystal Clear Investment Llc
6725 Bryant Avenue N Vong Duong & Ngoc-Kieu Huynh
6749 Humboldt Avenue N Patrick Nguyen
7018 Girard Avenue N Carmen Ganga
7225 Kyle Avenue N Bikona Ontime Service Inc
RENEWAL (TYPE II – two-year license)
3907 65th Avenue N Granite Peaks Llc
5548 Lilac Drive N Prosperous Property Llc
5959 Camden Avenue N D & T Properties Llc
6207 Chowen Avenue N Doreen Kalema
6342 June Avenue N D A Swartout Jr/t L Swartout
6736 Perry Avenue N Ccf2 Mn Llc
7143 France Avenue N Caml Llc
RENEWAL (TYPE I – three-year license)
6835 Noble Avenue N Robert J Berglund
3000 64th Avenue N Infinite Property Llc
3218 63rd Avenue N Madison Ave Homes Llc
5715 Emerson Avenue N J And M Homes Ii Llc
5808 Fremont Avenue N Cosco Property 5 Llc
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7007 James Avenue N Infinite Property Llc
6c. RESOLUTION NO. 43; APPROVING THE REALLOCATION OF FUNDS
FOR THE 2020 AND 2021 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-44; APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS,
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2023-01, 02, AND 03 KNOX JAMES,
AND 54TH AVE, 50TH AVE, AND 51ST AVE IMPROVEMENTS.
6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-45; APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN
MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE CITY
OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR FEDERAL PARTICIPATION IN
CONSTRUCTION – AGENCY AGREEMENT NO. 1052186
6f. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-46; APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS,
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2023-04, 05 MISCELLANEOUS PARK
PARKING LOT MILL AND OVERLAY AND TRAIL REPLACEMENTS
6g. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-47; ESTABLISHING "NO MOW MAY" FOR THE
CITY
6h. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-48; IDENTIFYING THE NEED FOR LCDA
DEVELOPMENT FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION
FOR GRANT FUNDS TO NEW GENERATIONS LLC
6i. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-49; ACKNOWLEDGING AWARDED FUNDS
FOR THE LIVABLE COMMUNITIES ACT’S TAX BASE
REVITALIZATION ACCOUNT AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF
GRANT FUNDS FOR NORTH 100 BUSINESS PARK REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT
6j. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-50; ACKNOWLEDGING AWARDED FUNDS
FOR LIVABLE COMMUNITIES ACT’S LIVABLE COMMUNITIES
DEMONSTRATION ACCOUNT FUNDING AND TRANSIT-ORIENTED
DEVELOPMENT FUNDING AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT
FUNDS FOR OPPORTUNITY SITE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
Motion passed unanimously.
7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS
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7a. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING DEAN VANDERWERF, FINANCE
COMMISSIONER
Mayor Graves read in full a Resolution recognizing Dean Vanderwerf Finance Commissioner. She
noted he always had great attendance and thanked Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson for
bringing forward the proclamation.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson noted Mr. Vanderwerf has had some ailing health, so she
wanted him to know the Council’s appreciation of his commitments to the City.
Councilmember Jerzak added he had an important opinion at Finance Commission meetings.
7b. COMMUNITY MONARCH PLEDGE DAY
Mayor Graves read in full a Proclamation declaring March 27, 2023, as Community Monarch
Pledge Day. She thanked Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson for introducing the proclamation.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated any community members can email her if they want
to get involved in a monarch project.
7c. HIGHWAY 252/I-94 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: PRESENTATION BY THE 252
SAFETY TASKFORCE
City Manager Reggie Edwards introduced the item and invited Director of Public Works Elizabeth
Heyman to continue the presentation.
Ms. Heyman explained the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), along with local
and federal project partners, are currently studying proposals to reduce congestion, improve safety,
and address reliability on Hwy 252 between Hwy 610 in Brooklyn Park and I-694 in Brooklyn
Center, and on I-94 from I-694 in Brooklyn Center to downtown Minneapolis. As part of this
effort, MnDOT is preparing a multi-year environmental impact statement (EIS), that outlines the
impact a potential construction project could have on the surrounding area, including effects on
the social, historical, and natural environment in the proposed project area.
Ms. Heyman stated on March 21, 2023, MnDOT released the project’s draft Scoping Decision
Document which describes the elements and alternatives evaluated as part of the scoping process
for the Hwy 252/I-94 project. In this draft document, MnDOT identifies ten Hwy 252/I-94 corridor
alternatives for further study in the draft EIS. MnDOT is currently seeking public comment on
this document for 60 days.
Ms. Heyman stated in January 2020, the Brooklyn Center City Council designated the “252 Safety
Taskforce” as an independent task force of concerned Brooklyn Center citizens, to exam ine the
impacts of the project and consider the best solution for the City of Brooklyn Center regarding all
aspects of the project. She introduced members of the Task Force and invited them to continue
the presentation.
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David Mulla, the representative of the Highway 252 Safety Task Force and the University of
Minnesota Professor, introduced himself. He explained the Highway 252 Safety Task Force assists
the City Council and educates the public about safer, healthier, and more equitable alternatives to
the existing Hwy 252 / I‐94 routes to promote better community livability, connectivity, and
cohesion for the people of our City. The Hwy 252 Safety Task Force rejects the No‐Build as an
alternative for Hwy 252.
Mr. Mulla stated MnDOT recommends less safe, high property damage alternatives for Hwy 252.
MnDOT’s recommended six‐lane freeway alternative with bus or toll lanes has lower safety than
other freeway alternatives, higher traffic volumes and worse pollution and health impacts, and
worse local damages, including adverse impacts on property and equity.
Mr. Mulla stated traffic unnecessarily doubles with the six‐lane freeway. MnDOT’s six‐lane
freeway alternative on Hwy 252 doubles traffic relative to 2016‐2019 traffic, diverts car and heavy
diesel-burning freight truck traffic from Hwy 169, Hwy 610, I‐694, I‐94 and I‐35W, and Hwys 10,
47 and 65 onto Hwy 252, and increases traffic on local roads at 66th, 73rd, 85th and Noble Aves.
Mr. Mulla noted MnDOT’s Purpose and Need Statement sacrifices safety for traffic volume and
speed. The six‐lane freeway is not as safe as the low-speed four‐lane freeway alternative rejected
by MnDOT. The six‐lane freeway be replaced by the low-speed four‐lane freeway. In MnDOT
Meeting discussions, a member commented, “Anticipate questions from Brooklyn Center about
why (MnDOT is) proposing to advance an alternative that performs more poorly in mainline
crashes.”
Mr. Mulla explained MnDOT places heavier importance on increasing traffic speed and traffic
numbers than on safety for Hwy 252. The maximum difference is two minutes between the four-
lane and six-lane options. MnDOT should eliminate less safe six‐lane freeway alternatives because
they have only a “fair” rating on safety, while the safer four‐lane freeway alternatives have a
“good” rating. Network crash rates are “poor” for every alternative.
Mr. Mulla stated mainline traffic doubled, a 94% increase, for a six‐lane freeway due to cars and
a dramatic increase in diesel‐burning 18‐wheel heavy freight trucks diverted to Hwy 252 from
outside the Brooklyn Center community. Large traffic increases are NOT safe, healthy, or
equitable for residents of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. MnDOT’s six‐lane freeway
alternatives will carry as much traffic through residential communities as I‐94 does today, which
is an eight-lane freeway. By eliminating all lower traffic alternatives before studying air pollution
impacts, MnDOT is giving false choices to the public.
Mr. Mulla added that traffic-induced air pollution kills people. Damaging air pollution travels up
to 1 mile from freeways, affecting all of Brooklyn Center and large areas in Brooklyn Park. High
air pollution occurs 500‐1,000 feet from freeways. Traffic‐induced air pollution causes illness and
death in children with delayed prenatal development, preterm births, delayed brain development,
asthma, bronchitis, lung infections, adults with heart and lung disease, exacerbated diabetes,
cancer, dementia, premature death, and older adults with respiratory and heart diseases, cancer,
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strokes, dementia, death. Death rates from traffic‐induced air pollution in the three zip codes along
Hwy 252/I‐94 are 2‐3 times higher today than the death rates from COVID at the peak of the
epidemic from 2020‐2021.
Mr. Mulla stated in the Twin Cities, asthma death and hospitalization rate is highest along Hwy
252/I‐94. Each year, five people from Brooklyn Center, two from Brooklyn Park, and four from
North Minneapolis from traffic-induced air pollution deaths, which is 11 times higher than car
crash deaths. MnDOT’s Towards Zero Deaths goal should be to reduce these deaths along with
crash deaths. It is crucial to reduce vehicle traffic on Hwy 252 to improve respiratory health for
community members.
Mr. Mulla pointed out that the risk of respiratory deaths and hospitalizations will increase with a
six‐lane Fwy at houses and apartment buildings such as Riverwood, Melrose, Georgetown Park,
River Glen, Evergreen Park, parks such as Evergreen, Firehouse, Riverdale, and the West
Mississippi River Regional Trail, schools such as Evergreen and Monroe Elementary and Brooklyn
Center Middle and High Schools, churches, and 66th Avenue businesses, including Topgolf. Also,
exercising will be very unhealthy for residents and their children living near Hwy 252 / I‐94 due
to air pollution, including West Mississippi River Trail & Topgolf.
Mr. Mulla added an interchange at 66th ignores Federal and MnDOT safety rules and increases
crashes. The absolute minimum distance of 2,000 feet is required between an on‐ramp (66th) and
an off‐ramp (I‐694), but MnDOT is proposing only 830 feet. This would likely become one of the
most dangerous interchanges in Minnesota.
Mr. Mulla explained MnDOT has steadfastly downplayed the poor safety of this interchange and
justifies it by saying that interchange spacings less than 1 mile apart have fewer severe crashes
than interchange spacings greater than one mile. A one-mile spacing is not relevant, as the distance
at 66th Avenue is much less than 3,000 feet. MnDOT’s graph shows a 45 percent increase in
crashes at a spacing of 830 feet.
Mr. Mulla noted the unsafe interchange on Hwy 252 at 66th Avenue and an interchange at 73rd
Avenue is within Brooklyn Center’s Drinking Water Source Management and Groundwater
Emergency Response Areas. Crashes between diesel trucks carrying toxic substances and cars at
these interchanges risk polluting soil near Brooklyn Center’s groundwater well drinking supply,
possibly leading to a shutdown of the main drinking water source. The Minneapolis drinking water
supply on the Mississippi River in Fridley is also at risk from truck crash spills at 66th Avenue.
Mr. Mulla stated the freeway interchange construction has an adverse impact on the property. The
largest number of direct property impacts 98 houses, 3 multi‐family, 11 businesses, 1 church, and
3 parks occur with interchange combo 2. The fewest direct property impacts only 29 houses and
occurs with combo 5. Seizures of houses, apartments, businesses, and churches have costs ranging
from $10 million at 66th Avenue to over $1 million at 85th Avenue. None of their graphs show
the additional property impacts such as widening roads.
Mr. Mulla explained a single‐minded MnDOT focus on freeway alternatives and their interchanges
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imposes inequitable property loss on Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. All interchange options
result in large property impacts on both sides of Hwy 252, reduce the city tax base, and destroy
community livability, connectivity, and cohesion. An interchange at 66th Ave impacts: 27 houses,
of which 10 are seizures, 5 businesses, two of which are BIPOC-owned, the West Mississippi River
Regional Trail, and the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area. Thousands of cars a day
from northbound I‐94 will misuse this interchange to access SB Hwy 100 by using two successive
interchanges as there would no longer be a U-turn option. Instead, MnDOT needs to build a direct
connection between northbound I‐94 and southbound Hwy 100.
Mr. Mulla stated a six-lane expressway with permanent safety measures, there are no property
seizures at most intersections, except at Brookdale includes eight homes, which is the same as the
freeway, and 66th would impact one business. The number of property encroachments is less with
this alternative compared with encroachments caused by building freeway interchanges.
Additionally, this alternative would reduce crash costs at 70th, Humboldt, and, 85th Avenues, each
by more than 25 percent.
Mr. Mulla noted building a freeway will decrease property values. Property values and City tax
revenues in Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park will decrease near a six‐lane freeway. For
example, Zillow property values as affected by I‐694 are lowest in the first block near the freeway.
Property values begin to increase beyond 3 blocks from I‐694. Expanding Hwy 252 to a six‐lane
freeway will decrease property values by up to 12 percent and lower City tax revenues in the first
1‐2 blocks on both sides of Hwy 252 over a four‐mile stretch from I‐694 to Hwy 610.
Mr. Mulla explained MnDOT weighs transportation high at the sacrifice of health, environment,
and equity. MnDOT should eliminate the six-lane freeway with the four-lane low-speed freeway
and the six-lane expressway with permanent safety measures. Both alternatives should maintain
bus service.
Mr. Mulla pointed out US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) review comments on the draft
SDD show that they have serious reservations about MnDOT’s narrow focus on transportation
goals and criteria in their Purpose and Need statement, leading to a lack of attention to providing
benefits for our local communities, particularly, low‐income and BIPOC populations with respect
to health, environment, and equity. US EPA recommends that MnDOT revise its Purpose and Need
statement to include protecting human health, community livability, and equity so that underserved
and overburdened populations are fully considered when decisions are made regarding the range
of alternatives.
Mr. Mulla stated US EPA recommends that MnDOT re‐evaluate alternatives and evaluation criteria
to include more alternatives that perform well on health, livability, and equity criteria US EPA
recommendations to revise the Purpose and Need statement and add back alternatives that MnDOT
eliminated are consistent with recommendations of the Hwy 252 Safety Task Force.
Mr. Mulla stated the most diverse and disadvantaged cities in Minnesota would be negatively
impacted by the current plan. Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, and North Minneapolis are
majority People of Color communities according to the U.S. Census Bureau, 2021. Residents are
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more likely to be low‐income, less educated, dependent on public transit, and less likely to own
cars. Residents have very high rates of hospitalization and death from asthma, COPD, and
respiratory disease.
Mr. Mulla noted if freeway interchanges are built, they will result in the encroachment/seizure of
many homes and businesses owned by BIPOC families. Also, Southeast and East Asian origin
and African origin immigrant families are disproportionately impacted. These impacts affect
homeowners with affordable housing. MnDOT has a history of taking advantage of and destroying
disadvantaged communities, and they cannot let it happen again.
Mr. Mulla explained freeways inflict harm on BIPOC communities. Construction of I‐94 in the
Rondo Neighborhood of St. Paul destroyed 433 houses, displaced 1,523 people, and lost $57
million in home equity. Construction of I‐35W in S. Minneapolis destroyed 50 city blocks and
827 houses, duplexes, and apartment buildings was destroyed. The construction impact history of
I‐94 in Brooklyn Center and North Minneapolis has not been recorded but also inflicted harm on
BIPOC communities.
Mr. Mulla stated further expansion of I‐94 by MnDOT is unwarranted and will add to cumulative
adverse air pollution and poor health in nearby neighborhoods of Brooklyn Center and North
Minneapolis. The destructive history of MnDOT freeway projects in predominantly BIPOC
neighborhoods in the Twin Cities should not be repeated in North Minneapolis, Brooklyn Center,
and Brooklyn Park.
Mr. Mulla suggested adding the safer four-lane low-speed freeway alternative for Hwy 252
segment and adding a lower property-damaging six-lane expressway alternative with permanent
safety improvements for Hwy 252 segment. He explained these additions would allow the Council
to compare tradeoffs of health, environment, equity, and property in comparison to transportation.
Mayor Graves thanked the 252 Safety Taskforce for their work. She noted she has requested more
safety measures be put back into the MnDOT plan, and she would make sure to follow up on it.
Councilmember Butler thanked the 252 Safety Taskforce for their time and energy. She stated it
is frustrating for MnDOT to not be more excited about passionate community members and
prioritize health and safety. The 252 Safety Taskforce has shown immense perseverance.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated the presentation was concise and extremely
informational yet easy to follow. She asked for Staff to put upcoming meetings regarding the 252
projects be put on the City calendar. She asked what the next steps are as MnDOT would be
present in two weeks.
Ms. Heyman stated on April 10, 2023, MnDOT, will be making a presentation to the Council.
Staff is planning on returning to Council on the matter on April 24, 2023, to consider how to
respond to the public comment period. Lastly, the public comment would need to be passed on
May 8, 2023.
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Ms. Heyman added April 18, 2023, MnDOT will be hosting an open house, and more information
is available on their website. There is also a slate of pop-up events, some of which will be hosted
at the Community Center. The dates will be made available on the City website.
Councilmember Jerzak thanked Mr. Mulla for his information and preparedness. He stated he will
listen to both presentations before forming an opinion. Councilmember Jerzak noted Mr. Mulla
has extreme tenacity and knowledge.
Councilmember Kragness thanked Mr. Mulla for the presentation. She asked Staff if the four-lane
option was rejected because it would reach capacity in just a few years. Ms. Heyman stated
MnDOT has a multi-faceted approach to moving forward options. That was a portion of the
concern regarding the four-lane option. A four-lane option including a bus line is still an option.
A four-lane option without a bus route was rejected because it had limited options for public
transportation.
Councilmember Kragness asked how Staff would suggest handling losing such a large portion of
the tax base. Ms. Heyman stated Staff would need to discuss the issue further with MnDOT.
Councilmember Butler moved and Councilmember Jerzak seconded to accept of the presentation
from the 252 Safety Task Force.
Motion passed unanimously.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Graves recessed the meeting at 7:48 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 7:56 p.m.
7d. DKIC EXPANDED RESPONSE CITY COUNCIL PRESENTATION
Dr. Edwards introduced the item and explained the Daunte Wright and Kobe Dimock-Heisler
Community Safety and Violence Prevention Implementation Committee along with community
partners and public safety consultants have prepared a presentation to present to the City Council
to address #2 of resolution 2021-73. He invited the Director of Community Prevention, Health,
and Safety LaToya Turk to continue the presentation.
Ms. Turk explained she is the assigned liaison to the Daunte Wright and Kobe Dimock-Heisler
Community Safety and Violence Prevention Implementation Committee. The presentation was
created in collaboration between several local organizations and entities, Staff, and community
members. There was facilitation and assistance provided by Law Enforcement Action Partnership
(LEAP).
Ms. Turk stated there is an Implementation Committee, and the presentation is from a subset of
the group, the Expanded Response Work Group. The Implementation Committee is chaired by
Mayor Graves and co-chaired by Bishop Julia Gibson. There are several professionals in the
group. Amity Dimock is the Chair of the Expanded Response Work Group. Other members of
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the Work Group include John Solomon, Mark Viste, Julie Bourque, and the Implementation
Committee Manager Amina Dedefo.
Expanded Response Work Group Chair Amity Dimock introduced herself and stated the Work
Group has created an expanded response recommendation called Response Engagement and Crisis
Help (REACH Team). The name can be changed if desired. Brooklyn Center should create the
REACH team to improve community and police relations, connect calls for service with an
appropriate responder, allow police to focus on serious crime, and increase cost efficiency. For
example, CAHOOTS has saved millions of dollars annually on public safety costs.
Ms. Dimock stated the Work Group researched several community responder programs throughout
the country. After an incident occurs and 911 is called, the call can be dispatched to the police or
community responders. REACH is intended to be a first responder rather than after police clear a
scene. Responders would be trained on police radio dispatch to call for backup if needed.
Ms. Dimock showed a list of current community responder teams in cities such as Eugene,
Olympia, Denver, Albuquerque, San Francisco, San Diego, Rochester, Amherst, Dayton,
Minneapolis, and Madison. CAHOOTS of Eugene has been around for over 30 years and has the
support of law enforcement. There is a community in California where the police union has called
for an alternative response program. Brooklyn Park is also planning an alternative response team
in collaboration with Hennepin County.
Ms. Dimock noted only 2.2 percent of CAHOOTS calls required any police follow-up, and only
0.2 percent required immediate police backup. In 30 years of operation, PERT of San Diego has
never had a responder injury of any kind. Denver’s STAR is in its first year, and no calls have
required additional police support.
Ms. Dimock pointed out, Eugene, Denver, and Olympia use a regular 911 dispatch. Durham,
Houston, and Austin have a specialized dispatcher embedded in the 911 call center. Baltimore
uses an outside agency for dispatch. The Work Group recommends using the regular 911 dispatch
as it is the simplest and most efficient way to integrate alternative response to the current method.
Ms. Dimock showed a slide with two ways calls are screened for community responders. There
would be several call types meant for community responders such as suicide, housing crisis,
mediation, noise complaint, and welfare checks. The call taker would check for red flags such as
a weapon present, serious injury, or for a police report to be filed. Any red flags would warrant
transfer to Brooklyn Center Police Department. The same method would be used for Brooklyn
Park.
Ms. Dimock stated the categories of calls that are handled by alternative response groups
throughout the United States are for mental or behavioral health, intoxicated persons,
homelessness, verbal disputes, noise complaints, or a suspicious person. Different jurisdictions
have specific terms that fall under various categories. Verbal disputes could include disputes at
businesses or within a family unit or with a loud dog.
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Ms. Dimock added some programs to supervise custody exchanges and perform death
notifications. Mental health calls require a particular response to be following State Statute, which
would require the REACH Team to be led by a mental health professional and include mental
health response training.
Ms. Dimock showed a slide with call narratives that could have been rerouted to REACH in a
given year. The REACH Team would generally handle calls for a welfare check, unwanted person,
civil matters, assistance/police, disturbance, suspicious act, mental problem, narcotics complaints,
harassment, customer trouble, loud music, animal complaint, trespassing, drunk problem, juvenile
problem, safety check, drug overdose, runaway, escort, and unknown problem. Thousands of calls
would fall under these categories in a given year. She pointed out some of the call types have an
offensive name and are not necessarily supported by the Work Group, but it is how certain calls
are referred to.
Ms. Dimock stated LEAP created a call analysis to determine which primary responder skills are
required by Brooklyn Center calls. 74 percent of the calls required conflict resolution. Almost 10
percent of calls required mental health skills. Around 5 percent of calls required skills regarding
substance use, medical, and case management.
Ms. Dimock stated training required for responders would include operational training, scenario-
based training, mental health assessment, substance use disorder assessment, mediation,
restorative justice, and cultural competency. Not every responder would be proficient in every
training type previously mentioned. Instead, it would be a team effort.
Ms. Dimock pointed out community responders would not need specific academic qualifications.
Mental health responders will need qualifications as outlined in Minnesota Statute 256B.0624.
The team should also be reflective of Brooklyn Center’s demographics.
Ms. Dimock noted LEAP analyzed call data, and the REACH Team could be eligible to respond
to almost 7,000 of the 29,000 calls for service. That is approximately 24 percent of the calls.
Police could focus their efforts on investigations and engage in other calls.
Ms. Dimock explained Minnesota requires emergency response services be all hours of the day.
She showed a graph of how many calls were received per hour in 2019. The Work Group
recommends the REACH Team be available at all hours, but with minimal or on-call staffing when
there are the fewest calls. The graph showed the fewest calls are between 2:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.
If the REACH Team isn’t available at certain hours, it would ultimately hurt the community’s trust
in the program.
Ms. Dimock stated the overwhelming majority of alternative response teams have a two-responder
model. The only exception is a few that have a three-person team. The Work Group recommends
a two-person team for the REACH program.
Ms. Dimock showed a graph with the annual operating budget for community response programs
in Portland, Austin, Eugene, and Rochester. The operating expenses are only a fraction of their
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respective city’s public safety budget.
Ms. Dimock showed a slide with the expected operating budget for REACH’s first year. The first
six months would be training and the second six months would be operational. The total cost for
paying responders, a manager, office space, vehicle purchase and maintenance, training, and other
supplies are estimated to be $729,567 for the first year. Almost three-fourths of the costs go to
training and paying responders. The approximate budget is less than other response teams across
the nation.
Ms. Dimock stated the REACH Team would be on the same operating channel as law enforcement.
Co-Response involves a response by both law enforcement and mental health crisis responders
who arrive together and collaborate on-scene. Law enforcement clears the scene and turns over
the call to mental health crisis responders.
Ms. Dimock noted alternative response teams are so effective in part because of case management
services for high utilizers. Such services exist in Hennepin County. REACH responders would in
stabilizing people in their homes, arrange admission into 24-hour stabilization centers or drug
treatment facilities, follow up later with people involved in calls, and refer frequent utilizers to
county social services.
Ms. Dimock stated if the Council were to move forward with the recommendation, there are a
series of next steps. April and May 2023 would include gathering feedback from the community.
The final approval by the Council would be in May. June would be the time to hire a manager.
July would be onboarding the manager and integration with County dispatch. August-September
would be the hiring of responders, equipment acquisition, and planning of the training. October-
November would be the training for new responders. December 2023 would be a soft launch and
community marketing. The official launch would be in January 2024.
Mayor Graves thanked Ms. Dimock for the presentation.
Councilmember Kragness noted the pie chart budget is missing a label on the 1.4 percent portion.
She asked what it was referring to. City Clerk Barb Suciu stated the portion applies to other
supplies for the program.
Councilmember Butler thanked Ms. Dimock and the Work Group for their time and effort. The
Council received a presentation from the County about a similar program. She asked if the City
would receive funding from the County at all. Dr. Edwards stated Staff wanted to receive the
presentation, discuss options with the County, and Staff will return opportunities to collaborate
with the County and better leverage resources.
Mayor Graves pointed out Brooklyn Park’s community response program is called ART for
Alternative Response Team. Brooklyn Center has the opportunity to learn from Brooklyn Park
and other programs to make the best program for Brooklyn Center.
Mayor Graves asked how Brooklyn Park is handling the 24-hour response requirement. Police
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Chief Kellace McDaniel stated Ms. Dimock did a great job with the presentation. Brooklyn Park
is doing a similar staffing model as what Ms. Dimock presented.
Mayor Graves asked how expensive Brooklyn Park’s ART program will be. Chief McDaniel
stated Brooklyn Park’s is slightly cheaper due to grants and the embedded social worker. However,
Brooklyn Center may be able to access similar resources.
Julie Bourque apologized for not being present. She was supposed to present the recommendations
to Ms. Dimock. However, she had a personal conflict. She asked Dr. Edwards to provide more
information on the grant money that is available for the REACH program.
Dr. Edwards stated Brooklyn Center has money from Blue Cross Blue Shield and Pohlad that is
intended for a pilot alternative response program or other recommendations from the Duante
Wright and Kobe Dimock-Heisler Implementation Committee. There is around $550,000 in funds
available from those grants for the alternative response team. Staff is trying to determine the best
method to obtain grant dollars and leverage long-term resources to share programming with the
County or other programs.
Councilmember Butler noted it would be difficult to have thorough conversations with the County
before the proposed May decision date proposed by Ms. Dimock. Also, the Council would need
to know the final cost to prepare for the 2024 budget discussions which start in June, along with
the long-term costs of the program.
Mayor Graves thanked the Expanded Response Work Group and the Implementation Committee
for their hard work. She stated the Council asked for additional community engagement after the
other Implementation Committee presentation. She asked if the Council would like additional
engagement regarding the expanded response.
Councilmember Kragness stated she would like there to be additional community engagement.
Councilmember Butler added it is important to have input and final answers regarding the program
before budget discussions.
Mayor Graves asked Ms. Turk if community engagement could be completed and presented to the
Council before May. Ms. Turk confirmed that could be completed and asked how many meetings.
Mayor Graves stated only one would be needed as there is more community buy-in on this topic.
Ms. Turk stated she would work to have a community engagement session held by the end of April.
Councilmember Butler moved and Councilmember Kragness seconded to accept of The Duante
Wright and Kobe Dimock-Heisler Implementation Committee Expanded Response Work Group
presentation.
Motion passed unanimously.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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None.
9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
None.
10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
10a. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-51; APPROVING AN AGREEMENT FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
AND NORTH METRO CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
Dr. Edwards introduced the item and explained Brooklyn Center has been a part of the Minneapolis
Northwest Tourism Board (MNTB) for several decades. The primary purpose of the organization
is to promote travel and tourism to the northwest metro area. Over the years, the organization’s
membership has morphed and changed. In December 2021, the City of Maple Grove exited the
organization and opted to create its tourism bureau. At that time, the cities of Brooklyn Park and
Brooklyn Center were the only remaining cities in the Minneapolis Northwest Tourism Board
(MNTB).
EDA Project Management Consultant Jason Aarsvold explained in June 2021, both Brooklyn
Center and Brooklyn Park passed resolutions to withdraw from Minneapolis Northwest Tourism.
This was done in reaction to Maple Grove's decision to leave the organization and allowed the city
time to understand its options before making a final decision to ultimately stay in the organization
or create a new organization.
Mr. Aarsvold stated City Council directed staff to study the options available and come back for
further discussion. Since that time, the Minneapolis Northwest Tourism Board in partnership with
the two cities contracted with Clarity of Place, a consulting firm specializing in convention and
visitor's bureaus.
Mr. Aarsvold stated in June 2022, Clarity of Place provided an update to the City Council and
asked for direction on how to proceed. The recommendation at the June meeting from the
consultant was to continue in partnership with Brooklyn Park, utilizing the existing framework of
the existing MNTB organization to create a new tourism bureau that would better serve the two
cities. The Council at that meeting directed staff and the consultant to move forward with that
path.
Mr. Aarsvold noted on August 22, 2022, the City Council passed a resolution that outlined the
conditions under which the City of Brooklyn Center would remain with MNTB. Having
determined the conditions were being met, the City Council passed a resolution on December 12,
2022, rescinding withdrawal from the MNTB and approval of a temporary amendment to the
existing professional services agreement. The temporary amendment approved on December 12,
2022, provided time through the end of March 2023 for the parties to work out a final professional
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services agreement with updated business terms.
Mr. Aarsvold stated the final terms of this revised agreement are drafted and being considered by
the MNTB on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. The revised agreement includes some clarifications
and necessary updates from the old agreement. The revision includes the following more
substantive changes such as greater specificity around the services to be provided, enhanced and
detailed requirements around board reporting back to each City, the term extending through the
end of 2026, and inclusion of a provision for termination with 9 months’ notice, rather than 18
months in the previous agreement.
Mr. Aarsvold added City representation is modified to ensure the Board of Directors of the Tourism
Bureau consists of a majority of members that are appointed by member cities. Each member city
shall appoint at least one elected official from the member city, one staff member of the member
city, and one representative from a business paying the lodging tax from each member city. The
change must be reflected in a modification of the MNTB by-laws by October 1, 2023.
Councilmember Kragness asked if it is standard for there to be an automatic renewal at the end of
the defined time. Mr. Aarsvold stated the contract would be renewed if no other action is taken by
the Council, but it does not require it be renewed.
Matt Oquist noted they looked at several other contracts in the region, and it is standard for
automatic renewal. A termination could take place at any time if all parties are in agreement.
Alternatively, one party could leave with nine months of notice.
Mayor Graves noted the changes were to focus more on the needs of Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn
Center. The two cities could market themselves as a cultural corridor and as an entrepreneurial
area. Also, it was thoroughly reviewed by multiple staff from Parks and Recreation and the legal
team.
Mr. Aarsvold pointed out the same item was already approved by Brooklyn Park.
Councilmember Jerzak moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to direct Staff
to return to the Council with an agreement for professional services between the City of Brooklyn
Center and the North Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau.
City Attorney Jason Hill stated there is a resolution before the Council that needs to be approved
that evening.
The motion failed (0-5).
Councilmember Jerzak moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to adopt an
agreement for professional services between the City of Brooklyn Center and the North Metro
Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Motion passed unanimously.
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11. COUNCIL REPORT
Councilmember Jerzak reported on his attendance at the following and provided information on
the following upcoming events:
x Met with 29 businesses discussing crime and how to help the businesses survive.
x Noted Brooklyn Center has been selected to receive funds from the Metropolitan Council.
x Continued holding office hours to meet with constituents.
x Attended Brooklyn Park press conference regarding the alternative response program and
spoke with Staff and community members involved in the effort. Currently, the program
is only during the week from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, many people have asked
for the program to be expanded as it has been well-received. The program is averaging
about two calls per day.
x Met with Minnesota Multi-Housing regarding Statewide tenant protection rights.
x Attended a naloxone training with 22 others. He encouraged everyone to take the training
as opioid overdose is extremely high.
Councilmember Butler reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on
the following upcoming events:
x Attended one-on-one with Common Sense to debrief the Council retreat.
x Met with Dr. Edwards.
x Met with Ms. Heyman.
x Attended the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting.
Mayor Graves reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the
following upcoming events:
x Met with the new Joint Community Police Partnership Liaison.
x Met with the Program Director for Treehouse which serves youth in Brooklyn Center and
Brooklyn Park. She plans to speak with the youth at an upcoming meeting.
x Met with a community resident who is a banker that is interested in providing financing
for BIPOC small business owners.
x Met with the family of Joyce Acosta regarding building upon her legacy and the
descendants of enslaved folks and telling their stories.
x Participated in a meeting with Director's Staff to discuss some items and encourage them.
x Conducted opening remarks at an event with ACER.
x Met with Economic Development Coordinator Vong Thao.
x Met with the Department of Justice as they were in town for training.
x Met with the Brooklyn Park Mayor at their monthly meeting.
x Held a discussion with Walmart and Staff regarding ways to move forward with the closing
of Walmart.
12. ADJOURNMENT
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Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved and Councilmember Jerzak seconded the
adjournment of the City Council meeting at 8:55 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL/ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND
THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
WORK SESSION
MARCH 27, 2023
CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council/Economic Development Authority (EDA) met in Work Session
called to order by Mayor/President April Graves at 8:55 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor/President April Graves and Councilmembers/Commissioners Marquita Butler, Kris
Lawrence-Anderson, Dan Jerzak, and Teneshia Kragness. Also present were City Manager
Reggie Edwards, and Assistant City Manager/City Clerk Barb Suciu.
WANGSTAD COMMONS RENTAL HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
This item was addressed during the Study Session.
OPPORTUNITY SITE PHASE 1 FINANCING
Dr. Edwards introduced the item and invited EDA Project Management Consultant Jason Aarsvold
to continue the presentation.
Mr. Aarsvold explained on September 26, 2022, the EDA approved a Term Sheet with Alatus for
the development of a first phase within the Opportunity Site. The term sheet includes the
construction of multiple buildings containing approximately 613 multi-family rental units with
varying levels of affordability within each building, the inclusion of space for an Entrepreneurial
Market Plaza (EMP) building, construction of an approximately 26,500 square feet privately
owned conference center, construction of approximately $13.9 million in infrastructure, and
related structured and surface parking.
Mr. Aarsvold noted many projects are facing construction cost increases and interest rate increases.
Therefore, Alatus has asked the City to provide some financing for the project to alleviate some of
the financial burdens on the project.
Mr. Aarsvold showed an image of the first phase of the Opportunity Site, which is the area up for
discussion currently. He showed a chart with the costs of property acquisition for each of the five
buildings according to the Term Sheet. He pointed out the first building is for the entrepreneurial
market, the second is a conference center with 24-hour childcare and wellness suites. Buildings 3,
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4, and 5 are for apartments, 28 percent of which would be affordable at various Area Median
Income (AMI) percentages.
Ms. Aarsvold stated the Term Sheet also included that Alatus will construct all public and private
infrastructure, including Shingle Creek Parkway improvements, construction of a new east/west
parkway connecting Shingle Creek Parkway to John Martin Drive, signal and intersection
improvements at Shingle Creek and new east/west Parkway, regional Stormwater Pond system and
associated utilities. It was also agreed that the EDA will waive Alatus’ stormwater impact fee and
reimburse Alatus for a portion of the stormwater pond attributable to future development parcels.
Total infrastructure costs are currently estimated at $14.8 million.
Mr. Aarsvold noted the community benefits are detailed in Appendix B of the Term Sheet and
include delivery of all the project elements, cash contributions for EMP and Housing, contractor
goals, hiring goals based on residency, race, and gender, various lighting, infrastructure, public art,
Park and Trail enhancements, and sustainability elements.
Mr. Aarsvold pointed out maintenance was also considered in the Term Sheet. As it stands, the
developer will be responsible for the maintenance of all the private areas and infrastructure around
the buildings, to be specified in a formal agreement. The city will maintain public infrastructure,
including a parkway and regional stormwater pond. The City can create a storm sewer
improvement taxing district, and there is a need to plan for future maintenance of the parkway.
Mr. Aarsvold added the Term Sheet included that the EDA would provide up to $30,209,000 for
Qualified Costs and Public Improvements. The funding source is Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
District #7, and there is a separate Pay As You Go TIF notes anticipated for each building. Other
funding will be sought and can substitute for the TIF. The contract will contain a “look back”
provision to ensure the assistance amount is accurate based on actual project costs. Also, Alatus
will contribute to the escrow account to cover EDA costs.
Mr. Aarsvold explained Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is the ability to capture and use most of
the increased local property tax revenues from new development within a defined geographic area
for a defined period without the approval of the other taxing jurisdictions. He showed a slide with
a graph depicting a TIF example.
Mr. Aarsvold stated a Pay‐as‐you‐go TIF Note requires no up‐front funds from the City. Then the
developer funds eligible expenses and is repaid with interest, over time, for available tax
increments or abatement. There is no risk to TIF or abatement authority if the term expires before
a note is retired. G.O. or Revenue Bonds are bond proceeds that fund up‐front project costs and
TIF revenue is used to repay bonds. This is a higher-risk financing option.
Mr. Aarsvold stated there are several current financing challenges. Inflation in development costs,
both public and private, is affecting the Alatus project. Also, increasing interest rates are eroding
sources for the project, and the ability to raise funds for the project from investors is diminished.
Alatus feels it can still raise most of the funding for the project, but cannot raise one hundred
percent as originally envisioned. Alatus is committed to the project, but cannot proceed as
3/27/23 -3- DRAFT
approved. Their request is for some up‐front financing from the City to help pay for project costs.
Mr. Aarsvold explained the only feasible source for up‐front assistance would be the issuance of
General Obligation TIF bonds. The current ask is $8‐$9 million for Alatus’ market rate building
and $7‐$8 million for the mixed‐income building. The bonds would still be paid back with revenue
from the project, but if the revenue does not materialize, then then the City must pay the bonds
from other City sources. Ultimately, this shifts some of the risks of the project to the City.
Mr. Aarsvold added details would need to be negotiated and approved by the City Council/EDA,
but generally this risk would be mitigated with a few steps. First, they could start with one building.
Also, the City could defer the $3,780,000 land payment for building 1, as it reduces the size of the
bond needed. This can be paid back over time, rather than upfront. Additionally, the City could
include a special assessment for the public improvements on Alatus’ property and use special
assessments and potentially some of the tax increment to repay bonds. There would be no
additional tax levy necessary to repay debt in this scenario. Plus, the City would have priority on
tax increments. A pay ‐as‐you ‐go TIF note would still be issued to Alatus.
Mr. Aarsvold noted there are potential benefits of the approach. First off, the project is more likely
to proceed this year; the project will be put on hold indefinitely under the current financing scenario.
It could be any number of years until the financial climate improves. Assuming the project gets
built as planned, special assessments and TIF will repay the bonds and there will be no additional
City or taxpayer risk. Public infrastructure is also installed along with Alatus’ buildings, providing
for the additional development envisioned in Phase 1 of the Opportunity Site.
Mr. Aarsvold explained there are also potential risks to the proposed approach. Issuance of general
obligation bonds does shift some of the risks onto the City. If the City issued bonds and the project
did not get built, there would be no assessment revenue or TIF to repay the bonds; the City would
then need to repay the bonds from another City source. This risk will be mitigated through the
agreement with Alatus, which means there would no City debt until they are certain they have all
the other funding to build the project. The investment would not be “lost” as the City funding
would be paying for the installation of new infrastructure needed to rebuild the site.
Mr. Aarsvold stated this financing model is conceptual at this point. The City Council/EDA is not
being asked to approve anything this evening. Before proceeding further with Alatus on this
financing alternative, Staff wanted to check with City Council/EDA about their willingness to
consider this option. If given the okay to continue, a full, detailed financing plan with necessary
agreements would be brought back for City Council/EDA consideration. All the detailed
assumptions and specific numbers would be presented at that time.
Councilmember/Commissioner Jerzak noted it is a heavy lift for a City. He explained his concerns
about inflation, labor changes, and more. There are several asks for Brooklyn Center right now
between the Sears site, the liquor store, and Wangstad Commons. It would also be difficult to
implement the infrastructure and the first building with no assurance the additional building could
be built.
3/27/23 -4- DRAFT
Councilmember/Commissioner Kragness stated she is anxious for the Opportunity Site to break
ground. She stated she has concerns about the shift from no upfront to the City to taking on $8
million of risk. Also, the City is losing time on TIF. She asked if the City would ask for a TIF
modification.
Mr. Aarsvold stated TIF #7 already exists, and it is a redevelopment district with a minimum of 26
years. There wouldn’t be revenue on the proposed project for at least two years, and they are
already three years into the district. That means the City would get a minimum of 20 years out of
the district. However, a new TIF wouldn’t be an option on the site. Therefore, Brooklyn Center
would have to ask for special legislation. Alatus has to show it can deliver on the project, and it
can with the proposed changes.
Councilmember/Commissioner Butler agreed the proposal is a risk. She noted the community has
stated again and again that there is not a range of housing in Brooklyn Center, and the apartment
would meet the lack of a luxury apartment. It would also promote more businesses such as
restaurants and entertainment in the area.
Councilmember/Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson asked if the change would have an adverse
effect on the City’s bond rating. Mr. Aarsvold confirmed it would not impact Brooklyn Center’s
bond rating.
Councilmember/Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson asked if the Finance Department has
provided input. Mr. Aarsvold confirmed they have discussed options with the Finance Department
and the Administrative Department as it impacts all aspects of the City.
Councilmember/Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson noted the plan is for the Entrepreneurial
Market would be handed over to the EDA. She asked if that is because Alatus doesn’t support that
project.
Mr. Aarsvold noted there are changes proposed for the Entrepreneurial Market. Originally, it was
listed as a 30,000-square-foot building. Staff began working on financing details following term
sheet approval. Capital costs for 30,000 square feet building are more than the project can support.
Building size and inefficiency also led to a projected operating cost subsidy of between $100,000
and $250,000 annually. Size and design needed to change for feasibility. Size is reduced to just
around 17,000 square feet, about 3,000 of which could be for a market rate anchor tenant. The
shell would be built and delivered by Alatus to the EDA with tenant allowance and the interior
buildout will rely on third-party expertise for operational efficiency. The change would allow the
revenue to be neutral rather than a deficit. The changes are more efficient while still meeting the
community benefit agreement requirements.
Councilmember/Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson agreed the community needs market-rate
housing, and she would like to see the housing proceed. She asked what the City can do to maintain
the relationship with Alatus and maintain the housing projects as a priority. Mr. Aarsvold stated
the Entrepreneurial Market doesn’t have to be built first. The staff was just trying to respond to
the requests of the community and Council/EDA.
3/27/23 -5- DRAFT
Councilmember/Commissioner Jerzak stated the City needs to focus on what will work rather than
what won’t work. Brooklyn Center just faced a blow with Walmart. Issues are filling current
rental spaces in the City, and there are several delays in the Opportunity Site project. The Target
building is unused. There are several open spots on Earle Brown Drive, and the liquor store is still
up in the air. As much as he wants development, they need to concentrate on what will work rather
than what won’t. It would be nice to bring more higher-paid individuals to the City, but they don’t
know that they will come.
Mayor/President Graves asked if there would only be able half the risk with the GO bonds. Mr.
Aarsvold stated the amount of the bond will be substantially lower than the $16 million cost shown.
The City isn’t going to borrow for the cost of the land, and they are going to work through some
efficiencies with Alatus. For the first building, they would need about $4 million. However, it is
ultimately for a $95 million development. Absent that, they don’t have any investment there. The
next building would cost less but be a similar proportion.
Councilmember/Commissioner Jerzak noted the development would require closing down a
minority-owned business and shutting down one of the only sit-down restaurants in the City. He
asked if that is correct. Mr. Aarsvold confirmed that is correct as the land is already owned by the
City. He explained business owners would receive a $300,000 payment for relocation, but they
would still be displaced.
Councilmember/Commissioner Jerzak stated the business owner hasn’t paid rent over the last year
due to business struggles, but they have an opportunity to renew a five-year lease if they don’t
close. Mr. Aarsvold explained they expected the Opportunity Site to have been started by now, so
they were working with the business for relocation. The closing has been extended, so the current
agreement with the business has also been extended.
Mayor/President Graves agreed there are concerns. She doesn’t want to lose any community
benefits for the benefit of a large developer such as Alatus. However, the City has been working
on the Opportunity Site for a very long time, and they have made progress. The Council/EDA
needs to do something to promote businesses in the City, especially in light of losing many
businesses recently. She added she is weary and hesitant, but not to the point where the
conversations need to stop.
Councilmember/Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson noted her agreement that she is not ready to
give up. Staff needs to be creative and not lose sight of the vision.
Councilmember/Commissioner Jerzak stated he could see moving forward with caution to see the
numbers. He does not want to kill the proposal, but the Council/EDA will scrutinize the solution
as it is risky.
Councilmember/Commissioner Kragness added she is interested in the financing options. She
wants to see something happen with the site, but she doesn’t want a halfway-done project. The
City needs
3/27/23 -6- DRAFT
The majority consensus of the City Council/EDA was to direct Staff to continue working with
Alatus to deliver a financing option regarding the Opportunity Site.
UPCOMING ITEMS
x Grant Discussion (referred to Financial Commission)
x Special Assessment Policy/Franchise Fees (referred to Financial Commission)
x Emerald Ash Borer Policy Review (referred to Park & Rec Commission)
x Memorial Policy (referred to Park & Rec Commission)
x Establishing a Beautification and Public Art Commission
x Liquor Store 2 - (April)
x 252/94 Report - (potential separate work session)
x Organizational Chart
x Rental License Review (referred to Housing Commission)
x Tenant Protection Data presentation
x THC Moratorium
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember/Commissioner Kragness moved and Councilmember/Commissioner Jerzak
seconded the adjournment of the City Council/Economic Development Authority Work Session at
9:41 p.m.
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Police call rates will be based on the average number of valid police calls per unit per
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disorderly activities and nuisances as defined in Section 12-911, and events
categorized as Part I crimes in the Uniform Crime Reporting System including
homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, theft, auto theft and arson.
Calls will not be counted for purposes of determining licensing categories where the
victim and suspect are “Family or household members” as defined in the Domestic
Abuse Act, Minnesota Statutes, Section 518B.01, Subd. 2 (b) and where there is a
report of “Domestic Abuse” as defined in the Domestic Abuse Act, Minnesota Statutes,
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RESOLUTION NO. _______________
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING
FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2021-06, 07, 08, 09, 10
AND 11, RYAN LAKE INDUSTRIAL PARK AREA STREET, STORM
DRAINAGE AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS AND NORTHWEST AREA
AND LYNDALE AVENUE AREA MILL AND OVERLAY
WHEREAS, pursuant to a written contract signed with the City of Brooklyn
Center, Minnesota, New Look Contracting, Inc. of Rogers, Minnesota has completed the
following improvements in accordance with said contract:
Improvement Project Nos. 2021-06,07,08,09,10, and 11, Ryan Lake Industrial
Park Area Street, Storm Drainage and Utility Improvements, and Northwest Area
and Lyndale Avenue Area Mill and Overlay.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that
1. Final payment shall be made on Improvement Project Nos. 2021-
06,07,08,09,10, and 11, Ryan Lake Industrial Park Area Street, Storm
Drainage and Utility Improvements, and Northwest Area and Lyndale
Avenue Area Mill and Overlay, taking the contractor’s receipt in full. The
total amount to be paid for said improvements under said contract shall be
$2,307,660.52.
2. The estimated project costs and revenues are hereby amended as follows:
COSTS As Original Award As Final
Contract $ 2,362,116.25 $ 2,307,660.52
Lighting $ 15,666.00 $ 15,666.00
Contingency $ 238,600.00 $ -0-
Subtotal Construction Cost $ 2,616,382.25 $ 2,323,326.52
Admin/Legal/Engr. $ 347,500.00 $ 281,445.66
Total Estimated Project Cost $ 2,963,882.25 $ 2,604,772.18
RESOLUTION NO. _______________
REVENUES As Original Award As Final
2021-06,07,08,09,10 & 11: Ryan Lake Industrial Park Area Recon, Northwest
Area Mill and Overlay, Lyndale Avenue Area Mill and Overlay
Street Assessment $ 491,746.22 $ 491,746.22
Storm Drainage Assessment $ 96,421.01 $ 96,421.01
Sanitary Sewer Utility $ 394,000.00 $ 338,142.63
Water Utility Fund $ 546,961.00 $ 504,292.57
Storm Drainage Utility Fund $ 376,455.99 $ 327,303.66
Street Light Utility $ 18,266.00 $ 17,400.51
Street Reconstruction Fund $ 881,895.78 $ 680,713.10
Municipal State Aid (MSA) Fund $ 129,036.25 $ 129,492.48
CenterPoint Energy $ 28,500.00 $ 18,660.00
Miscellaneous (plan sales) $ 600.00 $ 600.00
Total Estimated Revenue $ 2,963,882.25 $ 2,604,722.18
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. _______________
RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL 21-28, 2023, TO BE COMMUNITY
CLEANUP WEEK
WHEREAS, The City of Brooklyn Center is dedicated to preserving and
protecting the water resources in our watersheds; and
WHEREAS, Litter and trash can be washed into our lakes, rivers and streams,
polluting the water and clogging the City’s storm water drainage system; and
WHEREAS, Citizens can take an active role in protecting water resources by
picking up litter and trash and keeping our streets, parks, neighborhoods and
community clean; and
WHEREAS, The City of Brooklyn Center’s annual event “Shingle Creek
Cleanup” will take place April 22, 2023.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that:
1. April 21-28, 2023, to be Community Cleanup Week.
2. The City Council hereby reaffirms its commitment to protecting and
preserving our water resources and encourages residents, businesses and
institutions to use the Community Cleanup Week 2023 to help prevent water
pollution and preserve our watersheds by participating in the Shingle Creek
Cleanup event or by using this time to pick up trash and cleanup our homes,
businesses, streets, neighborhoods and community.
April 10, 2023
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. _______________
RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL 22, 2023, TO BE EARTH DAY IN
BROOKLYN CENTER
WHEREAS, a sound natural environment is the foundation of a healthy society
and a robust economy; and
WHEREAS, local communities can do much to reverse environmental
degradation and contribute to building a healthy society by addressing such issues
as energy conservation, waste prevention and sustainable practices; and
WHEREAS, Earth Day 2023 offers an unprecedented opportunity to commit to
building a healthy planet and flourishing communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that:
1. April 22, 2023, to be Earth Day in the City of Brooklyn Center.
2. The City of Brooklyn Center commits itself to undertaking programs and
projects that enhance the community’s natural environment.
3. The City Council hereby reaffirms its commitment and encourages
residents, businesses and institutions to use Earth Day 2023 to celebrate the Earth
and to commit to building a sustainable society by initiating or expanding existing
programs which improve energy efficiency, reduce or prevent waste and promote
recycling.
April 10, 2023
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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Member introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO._______________
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ALL
NECESSARY DOCUMENTS TO ENSURE THE CITY OF BROOKLYN
CENTER’S PARTICIPATION IN THE MULTISTATE SETTLEMENTS
RELATING TO OPIOID SUPPLY CHAIN PARTICIPANTS, AND
MINNESOTA OPIOIDS STATE-SUBDIVISION MEMORANDUM OF
AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota and numerous Minnesota cities and counites
are engaged in a nationwide civil litigation against opioid supply chain participants related to the
opioid crisis; and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Attorney General has signed on to multistate settlement
agreements with several opioid supply chain participants, but those settlement agreements are still
subject to sign-on by local governments and final agreement by the companies and approval by
the courts; and
WHEREAS, for the April 2023 agreements there is a deadline of April 18, 2023,
for a sufficient threshold of Minnesota cities and counties to sign on to the above-referenced
multistate settlement agreements, and failure to timely sign on may diminish the amount of funds
received by not only that city or county but by all Minnesota cities and counties from the settlement
funds; and
WHEREAS, representatives of Minnesota’s local governments, the Office of the
Attorney General, and the State of Minnesota have reached agreement on the intrastate allocation
of these settlement funds between the State, and the counties and cities, as well as the permissible
uses of these funds, which will memorialized in the Minnesota Opioids State-Subdivision
Memorandum of Agreement, as amended (the “State-Subdivision Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, the State-Subdivision Agreement creates an opportunity for local
governments and the State to work collaboratively on a unified vision to deliver robust abatement
and remediation plan to address the opioid crisis in Minnesota;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that
1. The City of Brooklyn Center supports and agrees to the State-Subdivision Agreement;
and
2. The City of Brooklyn Center supports and opts in to the April 2023 multistate
agreement and all future multistate agreements with opioid supply chain participants;
and
3. The City Manager is authorized to execute all necessary documents to ensure the City
of Brooklyn Center’s participation in the multistate settlement agreements, including
RESOLUTION NO. _______________
Participation Agreement(s) and accompanying Release(s), and the State-Subdivision
Agreement(s), unless and until such authority is revoked.
April 10, 2023
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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