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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL/FINANCIAL COMMISSION
OF THE
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND STATE OF MINNESOTA
JOINT WORK SESSION
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
VIA ZOOM
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council/Financial Commission Joint Work Session was called to order
by Mayor Pro Tem Ryan at 6:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Mayor Pro Tem Mike Elliott and Councilmembers April Graves and Kris Lawrence-Anderson
were present.
Also present was Financial Commissioner Chair Taneshia Kragness and Commissioner Dean Van
Der Werf.
Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, City Clerk/Interim Assistant City Manager Barb
Suciu, Director of Finance and Fiscal Services Angela Holm, Communications & Community
Engagement Manager/Interim Assistant City Manager, and Police Chief Kellace McDaniel.
3. PURCHASING POLICY REVIEW
3a. PURCHASING POLICY 2019
City Manager Reggie Edwards summarized the item and introduced Director of Finance and Fiscal
Services Angela Holm to continue the Staff presentation.
Ms. Holm explained the policy is short and provides directions for City Staff regarding purchasing
items, whether direct or contracted. The purpose of the policy is to ensure all purchases are made
following local, State, and Federal laws, provide uniform purchasing procedures and provide City
Manager with adequate control over purchasing functions.
Ms. Holm added disbursements must be properly authorized, appropriately classified within the
City’s Chart of Accounts, and accurately recorded in the financial system.
Ms. Holm stated the policy includes a listing of procedures that guide City Staff regarding the
application of the Policy to common purchasing activities. Appendix A provides a listing of all
authorized purchasers by job title for the City. Appendix B describes the procedure for petty cash.
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Ms. Holm showed a slide with a table detailing purchasing authorization by purchase amount.
Purchases under $1,000 may be approved by an authorized purchaser. Purchases under $10,000
require the Department Head's approval of the invoice. Purchases under $25,000 require the
Department Head's preapproval of purchases, two quotes or purchased through a cooperative
purchasing program, and the Department Head's approval of the invoice. Purchases under
$175,000 require the Department Head's preapproval of purchases, two quotes or purchased
through a cooperative purchasing program, and the Department Head and City Manager's approval
of the invoice. Lastly, purchases over $175,000 require a formal bidding process.
Ms. Holm stated purchasing controls include required price quotations, approvals of purchases by
certain Staff, formal bidding about a certain threshold, and the monitoring of budget concerns. Dr.
Edwards noted purchases above a certain amount must also be reviewed and approved by Council
through a resolution.
Ms. Holm noted there are future related projects. Communication with comparable cities and
industry groups will be completed for best practices. There will need to be ongoing updates to
policies about technology advances. Also, the Staff is working on a Grant Management Policy
with a similar purpose and procedural documents.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson suggested the Finance Commission take on some legwork to
alleviate the time of Staff and also use their expertise. Dr. Edwards stated the Finance Commission
has the opportunity to provide input at the current meeting. From there, it can be brought back to
the Council to consider amendments. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she would like
the Finance Commission to review the document on its own as a formal advisory board.
Finance Commission Chair Taneshia Kragness agreed she was under the impression the Finance
Commission would have a separate opportunity to review the document and provide
recommendations to the Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan noted there is at least one CPA on the Finance Commission. He asked for
the date when the software package would be ready for use. Ms. Holm stated the software package
is in use, but there isn’t full integration of the software process into the currently proposed
purchasing policy.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson added she would hope no single person could go through the
whole process without another person looking it over. Ms. Holm stated it would be possible, but
the scenario is very unlikely. The entire trail would be tracked either way.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she would like to see something in the policy to
address the possibility of a single person doing an entire purchase process. Additionally, there
should be certain triggers in the process that require an additional check based on the financial
amount. The volunteered financial experts on the Commission should be utilized in the process.
Dr. Edwards confirmed there are additional checks and balances at certain price points. The only
way one person could purchase with no checks and balances is for a purchase of under $1,000.
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Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson added the $175,000 portion should be lowered. Otherwise,
the Finance Commission should have the opportunity to weigh in on all of the financial categories
from the chart.
Chair Kragness suggested there be a policy added that requires the person who works with the
vendor to be separate from the person who oversees the payment portion. Ms. Holm stated there
is a technician with the City who handles the invoicing process. The technician makes sure
information is available to the relevant parties for the approval process to begin.
Chair Kragness asked if there have been recommendations from the Audit Committee. Ms. Holm
stated the Audit Committee reviews the process every couple of years, but there have been no
major issues.
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan added the auditor is aware of the implications of a smaller Staff sharing the
functions. An auditor has recommended procedures to ensure the steps are completed by different
Staff members.
Finance Commissioner Dean Van Der Werf asked if there is a consideration if the purchase is
within the budget. Ms. Holm stated it is the responsibility of the Department Head to ensure the
purchase is within their Department’s budget. Dr. Edwards added Departments get monthly
updates on their budgets so they are more aware of what has been spent.
Chair Kragness asked what is done to ensure there is one request for $30,000 rather than three for
$9,999. Ms. Holm stated that is the responsibility of the Department Heads to follow the
procedures. It is also an issue of compliance that the auditor would pay attention to.
Commissioner Kpaleh asked what the function of the Mayor is if everything is run through Staff.
Dr. Edwards stated the Council and Mayor are in charge of policy. From there, the Council hires
a City Manager to ensure the policies are executed.
Councilmember Graves noted there are best-practices documents offered by the Government
Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) that could be of use to Brooklyn Center. Mayor Pro Tem
Ryan added the Minnesota League of Cities also has the expertise that could benefit the City.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated the Finance Commission could do the work finding
comparable policies from GARE and the Minnesota League of Cities.
Dr. Edwards stated Staff can coordinate a time for the Finance Commission to return to Staff with
their recommendations based on their research.
4. AUDIT COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
4a. AUDIT COMMITTEE SUMMARY
City Manager Reggie Edwards introduced the item and invited Director of Finance and Fiscal
Services Angela Holm to continue the Staff presentation.
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Ms. Holm explained the item was on the Consent Agenda at the previous City Council meeting,
but it was pulled for further discussion. The recommendation was to go with Abdo for the audit.
The established schedule for professional Auditing services authorized by Resolution No. 2017-
97 is every six years, with an established review of services due in 2020. Due to the COVID
pandemic and staffing turnover, the review was not performed as scheduled and the existing audit
services contract was extended for one additional year. A new contract for continued audit services
now needs to be executed for the next Fiscal Year beginning in 2022. Request for Proposals (RFP)
for audit services was submitted to ten local CPA firms. Staff received proposals from five of
these firms.
Ms. Holm stated, as further stated in Section 2.80, audit service proposals are reviewed by a
committee of City Council Members and Financial Commission Members appointed by the
Mayor, in consultation with the Chair of the Financial Commission, and approved by the City
Council. The committee also includes the City Manager and the Finance Director. Based on
expressed interest, a committee was established of the following individuals: City Manager Dr.
Reggie Edwards, Finance Director Angela Holm, Councilmember Lawrence Anderson, Chair
Kragness, and Commissioner Dwapu.
Ms. Holm noted an initial meeting of the committee was held on October 3, 2022, to discuss the
Audit RFP and the submissions received from five interested audit firms. Committee members
were asked to complete the evaluations for each firm and submit them to the Finance Director for
tabulation. Committee members also discussed the next steps including interviews with the top
two firms.
Ms. Holm stated, based on the rankings submitted by Committee members, interviews were
scheduled on October 18, 2022, with representatives from Eide Bailly and Abdo. Eide Bailly
was unable to attend the interviews in person, and the representatives were not the individuals
who would have been conducting the audit. On the other hand, Abdo’s interview included the
auditors who would handle the audit. Based on these interviews, the Finance Director
recommended entering into an audit engagement with the firm of Abdo. This was presented to
Council at the regular business meeting on October 24, 2022. The Council subsequently
recommended further discussion by the Committee and Finance Commission.
Ms. Holm pointed out there is a deadline that must be considered during the deliberations to
ensure there is a completed product before June 30, 2023. She offered to answer any questions
or concerns.
Commissioner Dwapu asked what is the issue that needs to be resolved.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she wanted a further discussion on the item because
she was not aware of the meeting on October 18, 2022. There was a mention of meeting with the
top three auditors. Then on October 24, 2022, she hadn’t heard feedback from the other
members of the Audit Committee or other Finance Commissioners, so she asked for the item to
be pulled from the Consent Agenda.
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Chair Kragness agreed to October 18, 2022, which was shared with them as a tentative date. No
one on the Audit Committee was aware of the meeting on October 18, 2022. The next meeting
the Committee was aware of included the recommendation from Staff.
Ms. Holm apologized for the misunderstanding. Her perspective was that the October 18, 2022
meeting was considered an invitation and open meeting. She added the interview with
EideBailly got into some political concerns which reflected a preconceived notion regarding
Brooklyn Center. It was important to Staff to have an auditor that was comfortable working with
Brooklyn Center and the City Council.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson noted her respect for Ms. Holm and her expertise. Her
decision to pull the item is not a reflection of that. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson
explained she is completely on board with the recommendation, and she believed it was
important to hear more about the interviews.
Commissioner Van Der Werf asked if the previous auditor was interviewed. Ms. Holm stated
the previous firm was not one of the top-scoring firms. Some Staff has expressed that they didn’t
believe the previous firm was giving the best product. Also, rotating auditors is beneficial for the
City. The initial contract would be for three years, then there is an option to continue with the
new auditor or restart the RFP process.
Chair Kragness pointed out there were some unanswered questions in the RFPs, and she was
under the impression Staff would follow up with the potential firms to complete the questions
from the RFP. For example, there were questions for the previous auditor that stand.
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan stated he is comfortable moving forward with the recommendation from
Ms. Holm.
Commissioner Dwapu commented in the future he would like to see small businesses considered
for these services.
Ms. Holm confirmed the item would be added to the Consent Agenda for the upcoming City
Council meeting.
5. 2023 BUDGET DISCUSSION
City Manager Reggie Edwards noted there was a request from Council to hear more about the
budget allocations by Department, in particular to the Police Department.
Dr. Edwards explained the budget included a three percent adjustment to salaries to promote
livable wages. Other items in the budget reflected inflation costs. There is a desire to increase the
measurement of outcomes, so that was included in the budget.
Dr. Edwards pointed out that when the budget was passed in 2022, it was premised on the notion
of freezing three positions in the Police Department. Then a labor study would be conducted to
assess the need for those positions. There was also the intention to begin a pilot for alternative
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police responses. However, those projects have not been completed. The Council and Staff are
just recently receiving recommendations from the Implementation Committee regarding a pilot
program.
Dr. Edwards stated the Council has the option to un-freeze the positions in the Police Department,
but that would have to be funded and reflected in the levy. When the first budget was presented,
there was $100,000 set aside to unfreeze one of the three positions. The Council discussed the
budget, and there was tension. Staff then proposed $150,000 in response to the three frozen
positions. The Council then was interested in unfreezing all three positions.
Dr. Edwards explained if the Council chooses to unfreeze the positions, Staff has found the money
to fully fund the frozen positions. He explained there are some one-time projects in 2023 that are
budgeted for and could be reallocated to the Police Department in 2024. There were also some
other items moved around.
Dr. Edwards concluded the current budget includes a 6.9 percent levy. It is the role of the Council
to choose if the positions will remain frozen or not.
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan noted he favors unfreezing the positions.
Councilmember Graves stated as many Councilmembers as possible need to be present for a
complete discussion. She added only two positions need funding as the third is a School Resource
Officer that the school doesn’t want. Instead, the money could go towards other unfunded projects
related to communications or community engagement.
Police Chief Kellace McDaniel explained the school position helps build community and
communication. However, there are more pressing issues with a lack of detectives. There are
currently 40 officers, and there is an opportunity for up to 49 officers. Brooklyn Center has the
highest call volume in the State, and the Chief himself is responding to calls. More officers are
needed. As for the school officer, if the school is not interested in the partnership, the Police
Department has the need for that 49th officer in another capacity.
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan asked when the workforce study will be completed. Chief McDaniel stated
it is a matter of making sure the report is right and that the City Manager receives the information.
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan added the study may reveal the need for more police officers.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked if the Fire Inspector position is included in the current
proposal. Dr. Edwards stated the position was not initially included, but it was added after the
Council showed interest. The current budget does include it.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson commended Councilmember Graves for her compromise
solution in the previous year’s budget discussion. 2022 has had an increase in time, so the best
solution is to provide the funds to the Police Department for the Chief to determine its best use.
She noted she had a recent conversation with Attorney General Keith Ellison, and he expressed
concern about fentanyl and guns. The money could also be used to support hiring incentives or
retention incentives.
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Mayor Pro Tem Ryan noted his agreement with Councilmember Lawrence Anderson. He
explained he would like to see the Police Department fully funded, as that is the desire and need
of the community. If the Council desires to discuss the item with other Councilmembers,
Councilmember Butler will return from maternity leave in December. Mayor Pro Tem Ryan stated
he would prefer to have the discussion earlier, but her voice is also important.
Councilmember Graves pointed out law enforcement is not the only crime deterrent. The Chief
can find a way to use the extra $100,000. However, maybe there is a better alternative such as a
partnership with the school or supporting jobs and internships for the community. Chief McDaniel
agreed with Councilmember Graves. For example, playing sports with youth can make a big
impact.
Dr. Edwards explained Council passed an Act that directed Staff to create alternative community
programs. There was no funding available to do that. It then became an issue framed as alternative
strategies instead of law enforcement efforts. The staff has always had the desire to do both as
they complement one another.
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan noted his agreement with Dr. Edwards and stated there needs to be both a
short-term response to “stop the bleeding” and a long-term approach to address systemic issues.
Dr. Edwards added Brooklyn Center has the highest bond rating available to the City of its size.
It shows the stability and instability of Brooklyn Center.
Councilmember Graves asked how closely the City has been working with alternative response
options through the County. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson agreed they cannot do it on
their own.
Dr. Edwards stated Staff has not been included or allowed to weigh in on that option yet. They
are waiting for direction from the Council to seek out such options and fully engage in alternative
offerings. Instead, the Council implemented a Committee to handle the task. Staff will come
together to create a response with insights and perspectives once the alternative response strategies
have been presented to the Council from the Implementation Committee.
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan pointed out he would not have chosen such a long process. Also, it would
be beneficial to collaborate with St. Paul for alternative response strategies.
Councilmember Graves added she would like recommendations from the Implementation
Committee, but it is beneficial for the Council to review as many options and as much information
as possible. The Council needs to know what is possible to know where the gaps are. It would be
beneficial for Staff to provide a presentation on the alternatives offered by the County or other
cities.
Dr. Edwards explained Staff hasn’t taken that on because they have not been directed. Also, they
didn’t want to be in a position to be pitted against or work against the Implementation Committee.
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Chief McDaniel noted he sits on several Committees, and he could also provide insight into the
offerings.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated Brooklyn Center needs to know all of the options and
get everyone at the table to discuss.
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan stated the Council will decide on the budget at a City Council meeting.
6. ADJOURN
Councilmember Graves moved, seconded by Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson to adjourn the
meeting of the Brooklyn Center City Council/Financial Commission at 7:41 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
SPECIAL MEETING
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council met for a Special Meeting called to order by Mayor Mike Elliott
at 6:04 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Mayor Mike Elliott and Councilmembers April Graves, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, and Dan Ryan.
Councilmember Marquita Butler was absent and excused. Also present were City Manager Reggie
Edwards, City Clerk/Interim Assistant City Manager Barb Suciu, and City Attorney Jason Hill.
3. CANVASS THE RESULTS OF THE 2022 GENERAL ELECTION
City Clerk & Interim Assistant City Manager Barb Suciu stated there were 88 election judges, 6
precincts, and 4 facilities. There were 8,551 votes, 5,508 of which were cast on election day. There
was a 52 percent voter turnout for Brooklyn Center and the Statewide turnout was 60.6 percent.
Ms. Suciu stated in the Mayoral race, April Graves received 4,321 votes at 54 percent and Mike
Elliott received 3,646 votes at 45.56 percent. As for the Council results, Teneshia Kragness
received 3,982 votes, which was 32.59 percent and Dan Jerzak received 3,614 votes, which was
29.58 percent of the votes. The elect candidates will take office on January 3, 2023.
Ms. Suciu stated the three Charter questions needed to be approved by 51 percent of voters. The
first question passed with a percentage of 62.28 percent. The second question failed with 50.24
percent, and the third question passed with 68.38 percent. There is the potential for a publicly
funded recount for question two. That process would require signatures from 25 voters.
Ms. Suciu thanked Staff and election judges for their work to support the election.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked for Ms. Suciu to summarize the role of election judges.
Ms. Suciu explained election judges assist in the day of the election, be it a half- or full-day. Some
help with absentee voting at the healthcare facilities. Other set up equipment to alleviate the
burden on Staff. Election judges need to be trained every two years and must be a registered voter
in the State of Minnesota.
Mayor Elliott asked when election judges need to be trained. Ms. Suciu stated election judges
need to be trained every two years.
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Mayor Elliott asked what qualifications someone must have to be an election judge. Ms. Suciu
stated must be a registered voter in the State of Minnesota.
Mayor Elliott asked why two precincts were hosted at the same location. Ms. Suciu explained that
was partly due to the redistricting process where Brooklyn Center went from seven to six districts.
Also, there was a goal to stay away from schools because of congestion. It worked well for two
precincts to be combined at a precinct because of parking, availability of election judges, and
accessibility.
Mayor Elliott asked how many districts Brooklyn Center has. Ms. Suciu stated Brooklyn Center
went from seven to six districts.
Mayor Elliott asked if that was based on population. Ms. Suciu stated the change was based on
school districts. Each precinct had one school district whereas previously there could have been
three school districts represented at one precinct. It decreased errors in voting.
Mayor Elliott asked which precincts did not have a polling location within their boundaries. Ms.
Suciu stated districts 4 and 5 did not have polling places within their boundaries.
Mayor Elliott asked if the same was true in previous election years. Ms. Suciu stated voting was
completed at the Heritage Center to decrease COVID-19 issues in schools. In 2018, voting was in
schools and Spiritual Life Church. However, the City was asked not to return to Spiritual Life
Church. There are not very many facilities available in precincts 4 and 5. She asked a church in
precinct 4 to host a polling place, but they were already committed to being a polling place for
Brooklyn Park.
Mayor Elliott asked which precinct had the school in 2018. Ms. Suciu stated Garden City hosted
a polling place for precinct 5 in 2018. Spiritual Life was in the fourth precinct.
Mayor Elliott asked if there was feedback from voters about the combined voting locations. Ms.
Suciu stated she did not receive any feedback, and she also did not receive any feedback from the
primary elections which used the same locations.
Councilmember Ryan thanked Staff and the volunteers for their work with the election.
Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to accept the
results of the 2022 General Election.
Motion passed unanimously.
4. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Graves seconded adjournment of the City
Council meeting at 6:21 p.m.
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Motion passed unanimously.
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) ss. Certification of Minutes
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER)
The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City Clerk of the City of Brooklyn Center,
Minnesota, certifies:
1. That attached hereto is a full, true, and complete transcript of the minutes of an Election
Canvass Session of the City of Brooklyn Center held on November 14, 2022.
2. That said meeting was held pursuant to due call and notice thereof and was duly held at
Brooklyn Center City Hall.
3. That the City Council adopted said minutes at its November 28, 2022 Regular Session.
City Clerk Mayor
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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
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in a Study Session called to order by Mayor Mike Elliott
at 6:22 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Mike Elliott and Councilmembers Marquita Butler, April Graves, Kris Lawrence-
Anderson, and Dan Ryan. Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Finance Director
Angela Holm, Director of Public Works Liz Heyman, and City Clerk/Interim Assistant City
Manager Barb Suciu.
CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS
City Manager Reggie Edwards asked for an item to be added to the Council Consideration Items
related to tree removal at 7224 Morgan Avenue North and 6900 Quail Avenue North. Dr. Edwards
clarified that the item is on the agenda, but the resolution was not included in the packet.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson noted the Consent Agenda is very long. One was to
authorize the execution of professional service agreements. She explained she doesn’t have a
conflict of interest with any firms, but she has had a personal experience with ash tree issues in
Lakeville at her mother’s residence. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she would like
to provide a recommendation for Staff consideration.
Councilmember Ryan asked if the City engages any public relations firms currently, about Consent
Agenda Item 6h. Resolution Authorizing Execution of Professional Service Agreements with
Qualifying Consulting Firms. Dr. Edwards noted the item refers to Public Works Department
contracts.
Mayor Elliott asked for Dr. Edwards to explain the process involved in Consent Agenda Item 6h.
Resolution Authorizing Execution of Professional Service Agreements with Qualifying Consulting
Firms. Dr. Edwards invited Director of Public Works Elizabeth Heyman to provide more
information on the item.
Ms. Heyman explained that consulting services for architectural, engineering, scientific, or other
professional training are typically obtained on an individual project basis as needed by obtaining
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bids from several consultants. To streamline the process and to assist Public Works Staff in
obtaining consulting services a pre-approved consulting pool is being provided for consideration.
This consultant pool would exist for three years and would be drawn upon on a project-by-project
basis to enter into professional services agreements for the needed services. The pool would not
preclude Staff from contracting with other firms.
Mayor Elliott asked how equity was considered in the process. Ms. Heyman stated six of the firms
are certified as Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE). Staff will continue to expand the pool
as new and equitable opportunities arise.
Mayor Elliott asked where Staff is at with drafting a formal policy. Dr. Edwards stated the process
is being led by the Finance Director, and the draft is underway.
Ms. Heyman added the firms on the list are for engineering and design rather than labor services,
to Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson’s point.
Finance Director Angela Holm noted Staff has been working with Paddio since May 2022 on the
purchasing policy. The first few months were dedicated to fact-finding. Most recently, Paddio has
been hosting focus groups to deal directly with business owners of all sizes in Brooklyn Center.
Paddio has had challenges getting participants for the groups.
Ms. Holm added the initial response from Paddio was that a draft policy would be available to
Brooklyn Center by May of 2023. Staff meets with them every two weeks or so to receive updates.
Councilmember Graves asked how long it takes for folks to be paid after they completed the
contract. She asked if businesses have to have the money upfront to do the contracted work and
then are reimbursed by the City. Ms. Holm stated the City has 35 days to make payment after the
goods or services are received. It can be a barrier for small businesses, and Staff is not doing
anything to remedy that concern.
MISCELLANEOUS
GROUP HOMES IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS
Councilmember Ryan noted there is an increasing number of group homes in residential areas of
Brooklyn Center. Group homes can be a source of nuisances and friction in neighborhoods. They
also may receive more calls for service and require more time from law enforcement than other
homes. He encouraged the 2023 Council to ask Staff to look into the concern and provide
information and potential options.
Mayor Elliott asked what Councilmember Ryan meant by “nuisances.” Councilmember Ryan
stated there are several concerns such as a lack of proper garbage receptacles and availability of
on-street parking. Most of the group homes are operating out of single-family homes. There are
several responsible group home operators, but there are also cases with problems that the City
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needs to address.
Mayor Elliott stated the Implementation Committee has been sorting through calls for service and
determining response alternatives to law enforcement. He agreed group homes have a higher
number of calls for service than a single-family homes.
EARLY START FOR THE NOVEMBER 28 WORK SESSION
City Manager Reggie Edwards explained the Opportunity Site has some renderings. There is not
currently a Public Arts Commission, so Staff was asking if Council could come in early to receive
presentations on public art options. Mayor Elliott asked if that would work for everyone on the
Council. No one disagreed.
Mayor Elliott asked the City Clerk to ensure an invitation goes out to Council.
ADJOURN STUDY SESSION TO INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Study Session at
6:46 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) ss. Certification of Minutes
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER)
The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City Clerk of the City of Brooklyn Center,
Minnesota, certifies:
1. Attached hereto is a full, true, and complete transcript of the minutes of a Study Session of
the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on November 14, 2022.
2. That said meeting was held according to due call and notice thereof and was duly held at
Brooklyn Center City Hall.
3. That the City Council adopted said minutes at its November 28, 2022, Regular Session.
City Clerk Mayor
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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
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
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 an Informal Open Forum called to order by Mayor Mike
Elliott at 6:47 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Mike Elliott and Councilmembers April Graves, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, and Dan Ryan.
Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Finance Director Angela Holm, Assistant City
Planner Olivia Boerschinger, Communication Coordinator Angel Smith, Clerk Barb Suciu, and City
Attorney Jason Hill.
Councilmember Marquita Butler was absent and excused.
Mayor Mike Elliott opened the meeting with an Informal Open Forum.
Roger C. stated the 2023 budget is $1.4 million more than it was in 2022. $389,000 is allotted for
City vehicle replacement. All of the equipment he sees that is owned by the City looks to be in
excellent condition, and $389,000 is excessive. He suggested a committee of citizens is established
and scrutinize it before being voted on by the Council.
Roger C. commented, regarding the Woodbine Street project, there was an article in the Star Tribune
regarding similar projects. He provided copies of the article for members of the Council. The article
questions if the assessment method for projects is legal. Some cities have been sued for their
assessment practices. The article also details other methods of payment available to local
governments.
Alfreda D. stated she is disappointed to hear a Councilmember refer to community members with
disabilities as a nuisance. She added she would like there to be a policy establishing guidelines for
Councilmembers interacting with the public. Brooklyn Park recently enacted a similar policy.
Alfreda D. offered to assist in drafting a policy.
Mayor Elliott asked if Alfreda D. had ideas for the policy. Alfreda D. stated she would be happy to
dedicate time to creating a policy as it isn’t a priority for the Council. It would be more than a conduct
policy but also a policy with accountability measures.
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Councilmember Graves read a quote from an article regarding the Brooklyn Park Council conduct
policy. She noted Brooklyn Center does have a Council conduct policy with some accountability
measures included in the agenda. She stated she would be willing to discuss the topic further and
review Brooklyn Park’s policy and its most recent changes. Councilmember Graves added she would
also like to see more respectful discussions and interactions in the future.
Alfreda D. stated she has been asking for the policy for over two years. She stated the Council needs
to acknowledge the power they hold and how they act disrespectfully toward members of the
community. There may be a code of conduct for the Council, but it doesn’t include any consequences.
Alfreda D. pointed out she has had negative interactions with multiple Councilmembers, the City
Attorney, and the former Police Chief. The comments made by Councilmember Graves are triggering
and inconsiderate. There needs to be accountability.
Councilmember Graves addressed the Mayor and stated she didn’t believe the Council allowed
personal attacks during the Informal Open Forum. Alfreda D. stated they don’t allow for dialogue
either.
Mayor Elliott stated it was time to move on.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Graves seconded to close the Informal Open
Forum at 7:00 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
Julie B. stated she has been unable to speak at the previous two meetings although her hand was
raised. Mayor Elliott stated the Informal Open Forum is now closed and apologized for missing her
hand.
2. INVOCATION
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson noted Thanksgiving is coming up. She shared a quote,
“Thanksgiving is an emotional holiday. People travel thousands of miles to see family members
once a year, only to find once a year is too often.” As they enter the holiday shopping season, she
encouraged community members to be kind to and patient with the service providers and those around
them.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson shared another quote, “Make it a habit to tell people to thank
you, to express your appreciation sincerely and without the expectation of anything in return. Truly
appreciate those around you, and you will soon find many others around you. Truly appreciate life,
and you will find that you have more of it.”
3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
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The Brooklyn Center City Council met in a Regular Session called to order by Mayor Mike Elliott at
7:04 p.m.
4. ROLL CALL
Mayor Mike Elliott and Councilmembers April Graves, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, and Dan Ryan.
Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Finance Director Angela Holm, Assistant City
Planner Olivia Boerschinger, Communication & Community Engagement/Interim Assistant City
Manager Angel Smith, City Clerk/Interim Assistant City Manager Barb Suciu, and City Attorney
Jason Hill.
Councilmember Marquita Butler was absent and excused.
5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Graves seconded to approve the Agenda and
Consent Agenda, and the following consent items were approved
6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. October 24, 2022 – Study Session
2. October 24, 2022 – Regular Session
6b. LICENSES
GASOLINE SERVICE STATION
City of Brooklyn Center
Municipal Garage
6844 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Kabalan Co
dba Pump N Munch
1505 69th Avenue N
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
MECHANICAL
Aqua Wizards Plumbing LLC 102 143rd NW
Andover, MN 55304
Ductech LLC 1022 S Robert Street
West St Paul, MN 55118
Flare Heating and Air Conditioning 9303 Plymouth Avenue N
Golden Valley, MN 55427
MS Universal Services 4785 Underwood Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
The Tarbeck Company LLC 910 121st Avenue NE
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Blaine, MN
RENTAL
INITIAL (TYPE IV – six-month license)
4809 Twin Lake Avenue N Twin Lake Apartments, LLC Joseph Cheney
1217 54th Avenue N Jackson & Cierra Hurst
INITIAL (TYPE III – one-year license)
3800 Burquest Lane Hennepin RP Funding, LLC
6337 June Avenue N SFR ACQUISITIONS 2 LLC
INITIAL (TYPE II – two-year license)
4207 Lakeside Avenue N, #139 ALEXANDER ANDRZEJEK
INITIAL (TYPE I – three-year license)
6229 Brooklyn Drive Joy Vang
RENEWAL (TYPE IV – six-month license)
700 66th Avenue N Georgetown-bc Company Lllp
3614 50th Avenue N Devlin Wubbena
6331 Beard Avenue N Ccf1 Mn LLC
3218 63rd Avenue N Madison Ave Homes LLC
3501 62nd Avenue N Doreen Kalema
5043 Brooklyn Boulevard THR Property Illinois LP
5133 France Avenue N Resi SFR Sub LLC
5228 Ewing Avenue N IH2 Property Illinois LP
5636 Fremont Avenue N Alice I Mansaray
5737 Emerson Avenue N Nutida Wong
5748 Humboldt Avenue N Fyr Sfr Borrower LLC
5807 Bryant Avenue N Koladex Venture, LLC
6018 Camden Avenue N Crystal Clear Investment LLC
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RENEWAL (TYPE III – one-year license)
6737 Humboldt Avenue N Humboldt Square Ventures LLC
5715 Emerson Avenue N J And M Homes Ii LLC
5913 June Avenue N Mohammed K Mehdi
6418 Girard Avenue N Genet Gashaw
6430 June Avenue N Euphemia Brewer
RENEWAL (TYPE II – two-year license)
4500 58th Avenue N Tln Lanel A Ltd Partnership
6305 Camden Avenue N Melrose Gates LLC
6740 Grimes Place Victoria Townhouses 1
1340 68th Lane N Jin Li
5631 Hillsview Road Lrg 2 LLC
6019 Colfax Avenue N Alice T Cooper
RENEWAL (TYPE I – three-year license)
4207 Lakeside Avenue N, #123 Donna E Kabanuk
1316 68th Lane N Valerie McKissack
5524 Dupont Avenue N Nicholas Manthey
5836 James Avenue N Olusola A Agunbiade
6343 Dupont Avenue N We Are Superior Contracts
6400 Noble Avenue N Zamzam Gesaade
6637 Xerxes Place N Douglas Finch
TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCTS
A M Brothers
dba Cloud Nine Smokeshop
615 66th Avenue N
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Burr Street Market Inc
dba Quick Shop
5808 Xerxes Avenue N
Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
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Diamond Lake 1994 LLC
dba Cub Foods
3245 County Road No. 10
Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
Kabalan Co
dba Pump N Munch
1505 69th Avenue N
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Sun Foods 6350 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
Walgreens 6390 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
6c. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-120; APPROVING AND ENTERING INTO A JOINT
POWERS AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF BROOKLYN PARK
REGARDING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES
6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-121; DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND
ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES AT CERTAIN
PROPERTIES IN BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA
6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-122; DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND
ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DEAD TREES AT CERTAIN PROPERTIES
IN BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA
6f. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-123; ESTABLISHING INTEREST RATE FOR 2023
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
6g. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-124; ESTABLISHING 2023 STREET AND STORM
DRAINAGE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT RATES
6h. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-125; AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH QUALIFYING
CONSULTING FIRMS
6i. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-116; AWARDING AUDIT ENGAGEMENT LETTER
6j. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-126; APPROVING A TEN-YEAR COMMITMENT
FOR LOGIS ERP AND UTILITY BILLING SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
Motion passed unanimously.
7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS
7a. FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT JUDGE BARNETTE
Fourth Judicial District Judge Barnette introduced himself and noted he is Chief Judge in Hennepin
County. He noted the pandemic has pushed the County to provide remote hearing services, and their
staff has done a great job setting up Zoom to allow for the hearings. There are over 500 employees,
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and there are 63 judges and 12 or 14 referees. Similar to private businesses, Hennepin County has
also experienced a lot of turnovers.
Chief Judge Barnette explained there are five different divisions within the Hennepin County
Attorney’s Office. There are 10 judicial districts in the State, and Hennepin is the largest. Hennepin
County handles anywhere from 25 percent to 33 percent of the cases in the entire State.
Chief Judge added many members of Brooklyn Center have been called to jury duty, even throughout
the pandemic, to keep the court system going.
Chief Judge Barnette pointed out there is a backlog in the handling of housing and eviction cases due
to the eviction moratorium. The courts are also behind on criminal proceedings due to the pandemic,
but they are close to catching up.
Chief Judge Barnette thanked the Council for the time to present and offered to answer any questions.
Mayor Elliott thanked Chief Judge Barnette for the information.
Mayor Elliott asked how far behind the courts are. Chief Judge Barnette stated the housing court is
about three or four months behind schedule. He stated he hired another referee to help with the
housing backlog. The number of hearings has increased and decreased the backlog. In January, there
will be more in-person hearings; it takes more Staff power to host a remote hearing than an in-person
hearing. Therefore, the backlog will decrease further at that time.
Mayor Elliott noted several tenants in Brooklyn Center have reported their rent money was stolen
and received eviction notices. He asked if the court handles multiple cases together for such a
scenario. Chief Judge Barnette stated some similar cases have been taken, for example, the protesters
on Highway 94. Parties can ask for their cases to be assigned to one judge or hearing, but he has not
received that request for eviction issues in Brooklyn Center. Mayor Elliott noted the issue involves
senior citizens.
Mayor Elliott stated if someone misses a court date, a bench warrant is issued. He asked how the
court is handling bench warrants and if they are allowing for discretion by the local law enforcement.
Chief Judge Barnette explained during the peak of the pandemic, there was a collaboration amongst
justice partners to ensure the jail wasn’t crowded to avoid COVID spreading. The change also
eliminated transfers for minor offenses. In the last three years, there has always been a warrant
helpline. The staff has certain authority to handle certain warrants and reset court dates.
Chief Judge Barnette added if someone was summonsed for a misdemeanor, besides domestic
assaults and DWIs, the court allows a sign and release. That allows for the court date to be set and
communicated rather than for someone to be taken into custody or transported. There is a similar
process called to book and release for people in custody.
Mayor Elliott asked if there is a discussion around a public program for civil cases and legal
representation. Chief Judge Barnette pointed out there are some organizations that provide legal
representation such as the Volunteer Lawyer Network and Legal Aid. As for housing, Hennepin
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County provides Adult Representation Services (ARS) where lawyers are provided for the
proceedings. The ARS programming has been going on for a year, and there is talk of expansion.
Councilmember Graves asked for more information on the specialized treatment courts. Chief Judge
Barnette stated treatment courts include criminal mental health court, drug court, DWI court, and
veteran’s court. They are recognized Statewide. There are also restorative court options for
misdemeanors and felonies. A person is referred to a specialized treatment court and then assessed
by triage staff to determine which court would be the most beneficial for them.
Chief Judge Barnette noted the specialized treatment courts have more intensive probation and
require more in-person court appearances. Most participants are folks who are not first-time
offenders. Therefore, the program is an alternative to a serious length of prison or workhouse
sentencing.
Chief Judge Barnette stated there is a social worker who attends the misdemeanor restorative court
to connect participants with services. Felony restorative court is an alternative to a diversion program
and that allows for expungement. The participants are primarily experiencing mental health or
addiction issues. He added all alternative courts are optional.
Councilmember Graves asked who is on the triage team. Chief Judge Barnette stated there are two
judges, probation officers, a prosecutor, a defense attorney, treatment providers, and potentially other
community members.
Mayor Elliott noted he was part of a committee commissioned by the Minnesota Supreme Court
considering alternative justice avenues. Minnesota has a variety of cultures that utilize culturally-
specific justice methods. He asked if the court is trying to find ways to incorporate alternative justice
practices.
Chief Judge Barnette stated there is a group of judges and community members working to
incorporate alternative justice practices. One effort is to streamline expungement for juveniles as it
has been a difficult process for juveniles to navigate, which was a recommendation from that group.
It isn’t necessarily an alternative justice practice, but the group is trying to be more responsive to the
needs of the public.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson thanked Chief Judge Barnette for sharing information with the
Council.
Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to accept the presentation.
Motion passed unanimously.
7b. RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS PROCLAMATION
Mayor Elliott read in full a Proclamation declaring November 17, 2022, as Random Acts of Kindness
Day.
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Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to adopt the
Proclamation for Random Acts of Kindness and declare November 17, 2022, as Random Acts of
Kindness Day.
Motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Graves asked about the process for Random Acts of Kindness. Dr. Edwards stated
there will be a celebration honoring recipients of Random Acts of Kindness at the Heritage Center
soon on November 17. Dr. Edwards asked for the names of the nominees to be read.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson noted the Council has received the nominations in advance to
review to learn more about the nominees. She asked for Staff to provide a copy of the nominations.
Councilmember Graves stated Dr. Angel Smith may want to say something. Communications and
Community Engagement Manager Dr. Angel Smith explained there was a change to provide more
attention for the nominees and more time to acknowledge their efforts. Therefore, there is a
celebration separate from the City Council meeting.
The Council took turns reading the names of the following nominees:
Julie Bourque Matt Branch Brooklyn Center Lions Club
Paula Brown Melissa Carey Brooklyn Center Lady Lions
Jan Cedarholm Victoria & Hassan Christian Tom Dahlstrom & Bobbi Hanson
Alfreda Daniels Lisa Ellis Mayra & Jonathan Deras
Free Bikes for Kidz Grace Green Tom Green
James “Jimmy: Johnson Marsha Jones Jamar Hester, BC Cub Manager
Chris Mahigan Matt Malwitz Nancy Mikulak
Mpls Elk Lodge #44 Diane Sannes Diane & Darryl Sannes
Carol Shetka Shoe Away Hunger John Solomon
Andrew Splinter Richard Sund Cha Lee Yang
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8a. AN ORDINANCE NO. 2022-07; AMENDING THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
SALARIES FOR 2023 AND 2024 (SECOND READING)
City Manager Reggie Edwards introduced the item and invited Finance Director Angela Holm to
make the staff presentation.
City Attorney Jason Hill recommended tabling the item. Per the Charter and Minnesota Statutes,
changes in salaries cannot be implemented until after the next election, which is scheduled for 2024.
The Council still needs to adopt an Ordinance for the 2023 salaries and can amend the proposed item
or pass an entirely different Ordinance.
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Mayor Elliott stated the item should be passed to allow for a salary in 2023. After the meeting, there
can be a conversation about an increase in salaries.
Mayor Elliott moved to Approve Second Reading and Adopt an Ordinance Approving the Salaries
for the Mayor and Council for 2023 and 2024.
Motion failed for lack of a second.
Mr. Hill stated there still needs to be a public hearing unless they choose to continue the public
hearing. From there, the motion would be to adopt the Ordinance with an amendment.
Councilmember Graves asked how the item ended up on the agenda if it isn’t supposed to be handled
until 2024. The changes are not very significant anyways. She asked what the options are. Mr. Hill
recommended the Council amend the proposed Ordinance with an amendment reflecting the previous
salaries and reassess the increase in 2024 before the election.
Councilmember Graves asked if there is an issue because the hearing wasn’t held before the election.
Mr. Hill confirmed the item has to be handled before an election per Charter and Minnesota Statutes.
Dr. Edwards apologized for the error in bringing it to the Council. He explained Staff was under the
impression that because the process started before the election, it could be passed. Mr. Hill stated the
item has to be fully adopted before the election to be in line with the Charter and State Statutes.
Mayor Elliott moved and Councilmember Graves seconded to open the Public Hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
(1:50:03) _____ asked if this was brought to the Council previously but was delayed due to
Councilmembers or the Mayor being absent. Dr. Edwards stated that wasn’t the case.
_____ stated it was a faux pas then. Mayor Elliott asked what a faux pas is. _____ asked if the Mayor
didn’t know what a faux pas is. Mayor Elliott confirmed he doesn’t know what a faux pas is.
_____ asked Dr. Edwards if this was an oversight by Staff. Mayor Elliott stated _____ needed to
address him rather than Staff. _____ stated she didn’t as she was asking Dr. Edwards. Mayor Elliott
stated _____ needed to address him directly as it is in their rules. _____ stated she doesn’t need to
address the Mayor.
_____ asked Dr. Edwards if this was an oversight by Staff. Dr. Edwards stated Staff followed the
process completed in previous years without knowing previous practices were not appropriate.
_____ stated it is unfortunate that the 2023 Council and Mayor should have been able to reap the
benefits of an increase.
Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Public Hearing.
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Motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Elliott moved and Councilmember Graves seconded to approve Second Reading and adopt
ORDINANCE NO. __ Maintaining the Current Salaries for the Mayor and Council for 2023 and
2024.
Motion passed unanimously.
8b. AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE AND
AMENDING THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES BY REPEALING CHAPTERS 15
AND 34 AND REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 35 (PUBLIC HEARING
AND FIRST READING)
City Manager Reggie Edwards introduced the item and invited Assistant City Planner Olivia
Boerschinger to make the staff presentation.
Assistant City Planner Olivia Boerschinger explained in 2019, the City adopted the 2040
Comprehensive Plan and embarked on a major overhaul of the City’s current zoning (Chapter 35),
sign (Chapter 34), and platting (Chapter 15) codes with consultant Bolton & Menk. City Staff have
worked with Bolton & Menk to merge the three chapters into one, unified document (Unified
Development Ordinance).
Mike Thompson, Bolton & Menk Senior Urban Planner, thanked the Council for their time. As part
of adoption of a new UDO, many properties within the City will be rezoned to align with the new
regulations and new zoning districts. In addition, some existing zoning districts will be updated with
new, more modern, regulations. The UDO hasn’t had a major update since the 1960s. The intent of
the updated UDO therefore is to be a robust living, breathing document that modernizes City land
use policies, and can be further revised and evolve over time.
Mr. Thompson noted the code is being updated to align the code with the city’s 2040 Comprehensive
Plan, bring the City zoning code into compliance with state law, reorganize the code so it is clearer
and easier to use, modernize regulations to ensure they meet community
needs and promote equity, and improve customer service and regional competitiveness. The overall
goal is to create a strong Zoning Code for city adoption, with the understanding it is to be a living
document to be revised over time.
Mr. Thompson explained zoning and land use policies have historically contributed to systemic
racism, and the legal separation of people and uses. Redlining, restrictive covenants, large lot sizes,
and segregating land uses are all policy examples of how this has manifested. Brooklyn Center’s
history is not as explicit in this regard, but its traditionally auto-oriented design patterns has created
issues of job access and transportation equity.
Mr. Thompson stated he Zoning Code is addressing steps outlined by the 2040 Comprehensive Plan
including mixed-use districts, neighborhood commercial nodes, organize around transit, zoning
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flexibility in exchange for identified goals of sustainability, housing affordability, and affordable
commercial spaces, multi-generational housing needs, home-based businesses, and supporting more
housing options and more affordable home ownership, through strategies like ADU’s, Duplex’s, and
mixed-use zoning.
Mr. Thompson pointed out there has been a lot of community engagement efforts including info
sheets, full drafts sections online, a taskforce, recorded webinars, online open houses, surveys, an
interactive map, and online resources. Mr. Thompson showed a sign with a list of current districts
in comparison to the proposed districts with corresponding colors.
Mr. Thompson added the key updates include accessory dwelling units, single family home site
standards, home occupations, clarified approval processes, land use definitions, and mixed-use and
transit-oriented development districts.
Ms. Boerschinger stated the UDO makes a number of changes that modernize the language and
ensure that processes remain in compliance with State law. The process for review and adoption of
planned unit developments (PUDs) has been amended to be processed as a conditional use permit
(CUP) as opposed to a re-zoning of the particular parcel or parcels. Processing as a CUP eliminates
the need for a re-zoning and an ordinance amending the Zoning Map, eliminates the City’s need to
conduct a 1st and 2nd reading of an Ordinance, and other PUD requirements remain relatively
unchanged.
Ms. Boerschinger added the update and amendment of the Zoning Map and Code bring both into
compliance with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, including the identification of permitted uses in
various zoning districts, and will create non-confirming uses and structures in various locations.
Very generally, non-conforming uses and structures are allowed to continue, but they cannot expand
or intensify the use. The intention is that non-conforming uses will be brought into compliance
over time.
Ms. Boerschinger explained Staff mailed a postcard to every house that would be impacted by the
Zoning Code change with a link to the interactive map on the website. Remote owners were also
notified of the impact. Mr. Thompson showed the interactive map and how to use it. A public
hearing notice was published in the Brooklyn Center Sun Post on November 3, 2022.
Mayor Elliott asked if the change adversely impacts any current structures. Mr. Thompson confirmed
any structures that are currently legal will remain legal but cannot expand or intensify.
Mayor Elliott asked if the Mosque would experience any rezoning. Mr. Thompson stated that parcel’s
uses were not impacted.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked if Chapters 15 and 34 are being repealed and is now being
called Chapter 35. Ms. Boerschinger confirmed Chapters 15 and 34 would be repealed. Then Chapter
35 would be replaced with the proposed text. It will be called the Unified Development Ordinance.
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Councilmember Ryan asked what engagement was done with businesses and stakeholders. Mr.
Thompson confirmed there was community engagement, but that occurred before his time with
Bolton & Menk. He pointed out there was feedback gathered, but he would have to look up the
specifics. Councilmember Ryan asked for the information to be provided before the second reading.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson noted she has spoken to community members about the
revisions. She asked for another copy of the presentation be sent out to the Council as the link isn’t
working.
Mayor Elliott moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to open the Public Hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Mohamed D. stated some business owners are concerned about which locations were chosen to be
rezoned. He asked if the adoption of the new Code would place existing structures out of compliance
if there are relevant changes. Mr. Hill stated any structures that are currently legal will remain legal
but cannot expand or intensify.
Mayor Elliott stated the commenter is specifically asking about the Mosque. He asked if the property
was rezoned. Mr. Hill there was a previous Code amendment to allow religious uses in the Mosque’s
district, and there is a special use permit for the property. Ultimately, there aren’t any changes in the
proposed draft that impact the Mosque’s parcel.
(2:21:28) ____ stated he is with Pop Car Wash and has questions about the new sign regulations.
Multiple customers reach out to him due to weather or issues with the Car Wash. The City should
allow digital message centers for businesses to better communicate with the public.
Douglas B. noted he is encouraged with the progressiveness in the ordinances, and he looks forward
to continue working with the City.
Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Public Hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve a First Reading of an
Ordinance regarding the adoption of the Unified Development Code and an amendment of the City
Code of Ordinances by repealing Chapters 15 and 34 and repealing and replacing Chapter 35, and set
the Second Reading for December 12, 2022.
Motion passed unanimously.
9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
None.
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10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
10a. RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF $4,670,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION
IMPROVEMENT AND UTILITY REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2022A FIXING
THEIR FORM AND SPECIFICATIONS; DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY; AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT
Dr. Edwards introduced the item and invited Ms. Holm to make the Staff presentation.
Finance Director Angela Holm stated on October 10, 2022 the City Council adopted a resolution
setting the date for the competitive negotiated sale of $4,670,000 General Obligation Improvement
and Utility Revenue Bonds. The bond proceeds will be used to finance the construction of Woodbine
Area Improvements including street reconstruction and utility infrastructure improvements. She
introduced Doug Green of Baker Tilly to continue the presentation.
Doug Green, a director at Baker Tilly, stated the sale was very successful. The previous years have
been a tough environment. He showed a slide depicting the interest rate environment in Brooklyn
Center. The yields from November 2021 to present have more than doubled.
Mr. Green stated there were six bidders, and they will award bonds based on the lowest True Interest
Cost (TIC), which was Robert W. Baird of 3.38 percent. Likely buyers are Minnesota-based
separately managed accounts (SMA) and mutual funds.
Mr. Green showed a table with details on the past sales. The amount has been between four and eight
million dollars. He showed a table with post-sale pricing summary. The offered par amount for the
bond sale pricing was $4,670,000. Bidding parameters allow flexibility that meets City and
bondholder needs. Premium pricing reduces par amount in exchange for higher coupons. The new
par amount is $4,335,000.
Mr. Green showed a table of repayment by source of revenue. Different portions would be repaid by
property tax levy, assessments, and the three utility funds. He noted Brooklyn Center retained an AA
with a stable outlook. The negative outlook was removed. Minnesota cities tend to have high debt
levels, but Brooklyn Center has a manageable debt level. Debt service as a percent of governmental
fund expenditures is 13 percent.
Mayor Elliott stated Brooklyn Center cannot get an AAA rating because of its size. Mr. Green stated
it is a number of factors such as size and wealth of a city.
Councilmember Ryan asked if the resolution was passed, the City would quote the new par amount.
Mr. Green stated that would work, but they don’t have to be that specific.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Mayor Elliott seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. ___
Awarding the Sale of General Obligation and Utility Revenue Bonds, Series 2022A fixing their
form and specifications; directing their execution and deliver; and providing for their payment.
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Motion passed unanimously.
11. COUNCIL REPORT
None.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Elliott moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting
at 8:36 p.m.
Dr. Edwards asked to speak. Mayor Elliott stated he was entertaining a motion to adjourn.
Councilmember Graves asked if she could share a Council report. Mayor Elliott stated they could
share reports at the next meeting.
Mayor Elliott asked Staff to include Council Report on the agenda.
Motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Elliott asked if there was anymore business before the Council. Ms. Suciu stated they were
adjourned.
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) ss. Certification of Minutes
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER)
The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City Clerk of the City of Brooklyn Center,
Minnesota, certifies:
1. Attached hereto is a full, true, and complete transcript of the minutes of a Regular Session of
the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on November 14, 2022.
2. That said meeting was held according to due call and notice thereof and was duly held at
Brooklyn Center City Hall.
3. That the City Council adopted said minutes at its November 28, 2022, Regular Session.
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b. Police Service Calls.
Police call rates will be based on the average number of valid police calls per unit per
year. Police incidences for purposes of determining licensing categories shall include
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,
Section 518B.01, Subd. 2 (a).
License
Category
Number of
Units
Validated Calls for Disorderly Conduct
Service & Part I Crimes
(Calls Per Unit/Year)
No
Category
Impact
1-2 0-1
3-4 units 0-0.25
5 or more units 0-0.35
Decrease 1
Category
1-2 Greater than 1 but not more than 3
3-4 units Greater than 0.25 but not more than 1
5 or more units Greater than 0.35 but not more than 0.50
Decrease 2
Categories
1-2 Greater than 3
3-4 units Greater than 1
5 or more units Greater than 0.50
Property Code and Nuisance Violations Criteria
License Category
(Based on Property
Code Only)
Number of Units Property Code Violations per
Inspected Unit
Type I – 3 Year 1-2 units 0-2
3+ units 0-0.75
Type II – 2 Year 1-2 units Greater than 2 but not more than 5
3+ units Greater than 0.75 but not more than 1.5
Type III – 1 Year 1-2 units Greater than 5 but not more than 9
3+ units Greater than 1.5 but not more than 3
Type IV – 6 Months 1-2 units Greater than 9
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RESOLUTION NO
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF DOUG
CHRISTOPHER FOR OVER 41 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE CITY
OF BROOKLYN CENTER
WHEREAS, Doug Christopher has been an employee of the City of Brooklyn Center
since September 21, 1981, and will retire December 16, 2022, after more than 41 years of
dedicated public service to the City of Brooklyn Center and its citizens; and
WHEREAS, Doug Christopher has consistently provided the City of Brooklyn Center
and its residents with dedicated public service during his tenure working in the capacities of a
Streets maintenance employee for over 41 years within the Public Works Department; and
WHEREAS, Doug Christopher served as the Streets Division crew leader being
responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Streets Division from 1996 until 2007 and was
instrumental in the street sweeping operation achieving the City’s goals of the street sweeping
policy; and
WHEREAS, Doug Christopher is recognized for his consistency and reliability when it
came to availability for after hours and emergency call backs and commitment to the community;
and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center wishes to recognize the
professionalism with which Doug Christopher has discharged his duties and made a positive
impact on the community of Brooklyn Center.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn
Center, Minnesota, upon the recommendation of the City Manager, that the dedicated public
service of Doug Christopher is hereby recognized and appreciated by the City of Brooklyn Center.
1RYHPEHU, 2022
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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MNWT 2023 Workplan Summary
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The unified destination of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park (“the Brooklyns”) has the opportunity
to better leverage the visitor economy by building on the cities’ diversity and positioning the
destination as an ideal location for visitors wanting to access the attractions/amenities to the
north/northwest of Minneapolis.
The Brooklyns should also continue to promote the easy of access to Minneapolis and the value of
the lodging options in both cities.
As the DMO transitions to representing Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park exclusively, MNWT will
need to focus its efforts on:
1. Building relationships within the destination, including:
x A stronger working relationship with the two cities
x Connections with cultural communities (through support for events)
x Updating/refining how the organization supports hoteliers and venues in the cities
2. Continuing to re-position the two cities as a unified destination (on the website and external
and internal messaging)
3. Understanding the current visitor profile and building strategies to reach desired visitor
targets
To this end, the President and CEO should:
Create an engagement plan to reengage with destinations partners in the cities
1. Individual and group meetings with hoteliers and venue operators to understand these
stakeholders’ expectations of MNWT in supporting group sales efforts and/or providing
market intelligence to support, especially in consideration of the updated positioning of the
destination.
2. Build an inventory of the hospitality infrastructure in the two cities and support efforts to
create a unified digital “persona” for the destination (Consider using Miles Partnership’s
Destination Optimization program to standardize how attractions/amenities in the cities
“show” on Google searches)
Build a “Connectors” program for the destination
1. Identifying individuals/organizations in the city that are holding events or have visitor facing
attractions which reflect the diversity and character of the cities.
2. Encourage these “connectors” to use their relationships with external audiences and work to
bring visitors to the Brooklyns.
3. Provide the connectors collateral/messaging to pique/secure interest in the Brooklyns
4. Work on behalf of connectors with venues and hotels to enhance the visitor/guest
experience
Manage and adjust marketing/sales efforts
1. Adjust marketing plans to reflect opportunity to position the destination as an ideal location
for visitors wanting to access diverse attractions/amenities in close proximity to Minneapolis
2. Adjust sales approach to support identified needs of the hoteliers
3. Share business intelligence/data with hoteliers/venues on a regular basis
Build reporting mechanism to show progress
1. In collaboration with the Board, develop a set of annual goals for the year
2. Develop and seek approval for a set of metrics by which the MNWT program will be
evaluated
3. Set regularly scheduled updates for the professional staffs City Councils of both cities
Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park on progress in the above efforts outside the Board
meetings.
4. Report on progress on attaining goals at each Board meeting
Job Description: MNTB President/CEO
Draft for review
Summary: Directs all strategic initiatives and leads/manages the working team towards
accomplishing the mission of the destination organization. Build and maintain strong relationships
within both cities and their respective businesses. Acts as primary spokesperson for the
organization. Reports directly to the Board of Directors
Job Description: The President of the destination organization is responsible for crafting and
managing the strategies of the destination management and marketing organization. This position
works closely with the Board of Directors and staffing of each city to illustrate the destination
experiences that can be enjoyed in the two cities and overall value of tourism development to
Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. The President leads the staff to determine and advance the
organization’s strategies, the destination’s brand, and the relationships with the community.
Concentrated reporting of direction, efforts, and results is vital to the success of this position and
the organization. As primary spokesperson, the President takes an active role in communicating the
positive direction of the destination and managing the crisis communication messages.
Illustrative Tasks
x Prepares and administers the annual budget for the destination organization serving the
Brooklyns to effectively implement all the related aspects of the organization’s strategic
plan.
x Oversees all facets of the organization’s marketing and saleswork plan through managing
and support the team members and cooperative marketing partners. This includes being an
active leader within content development storylines, social media marketing, sales
positioning, contact connections, relationship development, and converting bookings.
x Hires, trains, and supervises all team members.
x Develops reporting materials for presentations and updates to industry members, City
officials, media and Board of Directors.
x Evaluates effectiveness and efficiency of all programming.
x Reports directly to the Board of Directors.
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This instrument constitutes the Bylaws of the North Metro Minneapolis Convention and Visitors Bureau, also doing business as
“XXXXX,” a Minnesota nonprofit corporation (the “Corporation”). The Corporation is incorporated under and pursuant to the
Minnesota Nonprofit Corporation Act, Minnesota Statues Chapter 317A, as amended (the “Act”). The Bylaws help to regulate and
manage the internal affairs of the Corporation.
ARTICLE I
General Purpose
and OFFICE
The specific purposes of the Corporation shall include, but not be limited to:
x Promote the cities of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park, Minnesota as a combined destination
for visitors by amplifying the brand of the two cities, attracting meetings/conferences/sports, and
supporting signature events that allow guests to experience the unique character of the cities.
x Provide leadership and engagement with each community and the various hospitality and tourism
businesses and organizations that help provide the area’s visitor experience.
x Support the economic well-being, cultural diversity, and overall identity of both Brooklyn Center
and Brooklyn Park by encouraging overnight stays in the cities.
The principal and registered office of the Corporation shall be located within one of the cities whose
lodging tax funds are administered by this Corporation.
ARTICLE II
NAME
The Corporation, North Metro Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Bureau shall do business under its
dba name, Minneapolis Northwest Tourism XXXXX.
ARTICLE III
MEMBERS
BYLAWS
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Minneapolis Northwest Tourism
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Section 1. Members of the Corporation
The Members of the Corporation shall be the following:
(A) The Cities The City of Brooklyn Center and the City of Brooklyn Park, both of which have
passed a Lodging Tax Resolution for collection of Lodging Tax under Chapter 469.190 of
Minnesota Statutes and whose funds from such taxes are administered by this Corporation.
(B) Hotels and motels in such cities as set forth above.
(C) Area attractions, venues, and tourism-affected businesses as deemed appropriate by the Board
of Directors
(D) Any other person or entity named to the Board of Directors who is not listed above.
Section 2. Voting MembersAppointed Members
Members of the corporation can be appointed to the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors vote on
all matters for the Corporation. Each Member of the Corporation (City, Hotel or Motel, and appropriate
attraction or venue, or other individual or entity) shall be entitled to be represented by one voting member at
the Annual Meeting of the Members of the Corporation.
ARTICLE IV-BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Section 1. Size of Board
The number of Directors shall not be less than seven (7), nor more than fifteen nine (159).
Section la. Board Responsibilities
The government and policy-making responsibilities of Minneapolis Northwest Tourism shall be vested
in the Board of Directors, which shall control its property, be responsible for its finances, direct its
affairs and establish policy. It shall be the obligation of the Board of Directors working collaboratively
with the municipalities of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park to insure representation on the Board
and its committees from all appropriate stakeholders within its service areaMembers of the
Corporation.
Powers and Duties of the Board of Directors shall include, but not be limited to
1. Election of Officers
2. Employ President & CEO
3. Keep the two cities and Director’s constituent base informed of the Corporation’s activities
4. Serve as an advocate and ambassador for tourism and hospitality in both cities
Section 2. Appointed Representation
Each member City mustay appoint:
• One (1) representative from a hotel or lodging property in the member City
• One (1) representative from the cities respective City Council
• One (1) professional staff appointee from the respective city
Attendance, engagement and participation one (1) Director to the Board of Directors. The term of
any Director appointed by a member City shall immediately cease upon the tennination of
membership of that member-city in the Corporation.
Section 2a. Appointed City Representation, Alternates
Each Member City may designate one (1) named individual representative to participate as an
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Alternate in all board meetings and with actions in the event that the city appointed (City Council or
professional staff) is unable to attend. If both the Appointed Representative and the designated
Alternate are present at the same meeting, both may sit at the table and be included in any and all
discussion. However, only iIn the absence of the City's Appointed Representative, may the Alternate
will be allowed to vote in place of the Appointed City Representative.
Section 3. Elected Representation Board Appointed Directors
A slate of candidates of no less than onethree (13) and up to (35) representatives from area lodging
properties, attractions, venues, appropriate tourism affected businesses, or other persons or entities
deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors shall be identified and recruited by the Board of
Directors.The other Directors shall be elected at the Annual Meeting of the Corporation to be held by
the end of January each year. Elected members should include one hotelier from each member city.
The balance of the elected representatives shall be from area attractions, venues, appropriate tourism
affected businesses, or other persons or entities deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors.
The Secretary shall present the slate of candidates identified and agreed upon by the Board of Directors for
consideration at the December Board Meeting. The Elected Board Members will be confirmed by a two-
thirds (2/3) vote of the current Board Members.
Section 3a. Ex-Officio RepresentationNon-Voting Directors
Ex-Officio Board Members may be appointed by a majority vote of the Board of Directors of the
Minneapolis Northwest Tourism during a regular board meeting. All Ex-Officio Board Members will
receive notices of meetings and minutes. Any Ex-Officio Board Member may participate in
discussions, make motions, and serve on committees. Ex-Officio Board Members may not vote as a
Board Member. The term of any Ex-Officio Board Member shall immediately cease upon the
termination of membership of that member-city in the Corporation, or on December 31st of the year in
which they were voted onto the Board.
Section 4. Nomination of Candidates
Candidates for election to the Board of Directors may be nominated by any corporate Member. Names
of candidates for election shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Corporation by the 15th day of
November each year.
Commented [DH1]: Discussion on whether there is a
higher number than this.
Commented [MCV2R1]: The MNWT Board could raise
the number of potential Board members/candidates as they
choose. Given the larger number, I would suggest being
explicit that the persons or entities should be from the two
cities or have a substantial interest in the two cities. Not
including such a phrase will not place the bylaws in non-
compliance, but would indicate the organization's new focus
being to represent and promote the two cities.
Commented [MCV3]: The MNWT Board indicated they
would prefer to keep this mechanism. Inclusion would not
impact the conditions for rescinding withdrawal.
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Section 54. Terms
Term of office for all Directors shall be up to three (3) years. Elected Directors may be re-
elected to serve a maximum of two consecutive three (3) year terms.
For the initial Board of the Corporation governed by the amended by-laws:
x The two City Council members and professional staff appointed by their respective city will serve
an initial term of three (3) years.
x The remaining directors (appointed and elected) will randomly draw to be assigned to a staggered set of
terms each of which is eligible for two re-elected terms of three years:
o 50% of remaining directors – initial term of one (1) year
o 50% of remaining directors – initial term of two (2) years
After the appointment and election of the initial Board governed by the amended by-laws,
Aall terms begin the year in which a director is seated on the board, regardless of
whether it is a new position or a vacancy. All terms, elected or appointed, end on
December 31st. The term of any elected or appointed Director shall immediately
cease upon the termination of membership of that member-city in the Corporation.
Section 65. Absences Extended Terms
The Directors, by a two-thirds (2/3) vote at a regular meeting may elect a Director for a longer term
of the office. That election must be confirmed by the Members of the Corporation at their next
annual meeting.
Any Director who misses three (3) consecutive meetings or accrues four (4) absences within a twelve-month
period, without a valid reason given to a Board Officer, may result in his/her membership on the board to be
terminated. Upon motion of a sitting board member, termination shall be determined by simple majority of
attending board members by ballot vote at a regularly scheduled meeting of the board.
Section 6a. Officers in Succession
Any Officer elected into succession shall be extended their regular term or consecutive
terms as a Director until the obligations of such positions are fulfilled. Typical succession
is as follows: Vice Chair to Chair of the Board, to Immediate Past Chair.
Section 6. Policies and Code of Conduct
All board members elected or appointed must agree and sign the Corporations Board Policies/Procedures and
Code of Conduct.
ARTICLE V
OFFICERS
Section 1. Com position
The officers of this Corporation shall be the Chair of the Board, one
or more Vice Chairs, Secretary, Treasurer, and the Immediate Past
Chair of the Board.
Section 2. Election of Officers
Officers shall be elected annually for terms of one (1) year by the
Board of Directors immediately following the Annual Meeting of the Members.
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Section 3. Inclusion
The officers should include at least one (1) City Representative from each city and at least one (1) Hotelier.
Section 4. Nomination of Candidates
Candidates for election to the Board of Directors may be nominated by any Member of the
Corporation. Names of candidates for election shall be submitted to the Secretary of the
Corporation by the I 5th day of November each year.
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ARTICLE VI
DUTIES OF OFFICERS
Section 1. Chair of the Board
The Chair of the Board shall have overall supervision of the business of the Corporation and shall
direct the affairs and policies of the Corporation, subject to such policies and directions as may be
provided by the Board of Directors. The Chair of the Board shall preside at all meetings of the Board
of Directors, as well as at Executive Committee meetings.
Section 2. Vice Chair
The Vice Chair(s) shall exercise and perform the duties of the Chair of the Board, in the Chair of the
Board's absence and/or inability to serve. The Vice Chair(s) shall also have such powers and shall
perform such duties as may be assigned to them by the Chair of the Board or the Board of Directors.
Section 3. Secretary
The Secretary shall attend all meetings of the Members, Board of Directors and Executive Committee.
The secretary shall keep proper minutes of such meetings, and work with staff to give all required
notices, keep membership records, and shall perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Chair
of the Board or the Board of Directors.
The Secretary will take the lead on working with the remainder of the Board to identify and tor
identifying for recruit a slate of electedidentified, potential board members. The Secretary will be
responsible for bringing the slate to the full Board for its consideration.
Section 4. Treasurer
The Treasurer shall oversee all funds of the Corporation. Working with the staff, the Treasurer shall
keep an accurate account of all receipts and disbursements, deposit all monies in the name of the
Corporation in such banks or depositories as the Board of Directors shall designate, disburse funds of
the Corporation as directed by the Chair of the Board or the Board of Directors and perform such other
duties as may be assigned by them.
Section 5. Immediate Past Chair of the Board
The Immediate Past Chair of the Board shall serve on the Executive Committee as an Ex-officio member
of the Board, assist the Chair of the Board, preside at the next annual meeting of the Corporation, and
perform such duties and functions as may be assigned by the Chair of the Board or suggested by the
Board of Directors.
ARTICLE VII
COMMITTEES
Section 1. Executive Committee
The Executive Committee, consisting of the Officers set forth above and one or more additional
members as the Board of Directors may determine, will function and carry out Board duties and
responsibilities between Board of Directors meetings, subject to the direction and control of the Board
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of Directors.
Section 2. Others
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Other Committees may be appointed by the Chair of the Board, and/or the Board of Directors as
needed.
ARTICLE VIII
EXECUTIVE
DIRECTORPRESIDENT/CEO
Section 1.
The Board of Directors shall hire a full-time president/chief operating officer to be named President
/CEO. Such person shall be responsible for the day-to-day functioning of the Corporation.
Corporation and may be entrusted with the duties and responsibilities of any of the officers, as
determined by the Board of Directors. The President/CEO shall be a non-voting, Ex-officio Member
to the Corporation(s) Board of Directors.
ARTICLE IX
MEETINGS
Section 1. Annual Meeting
A meeting of Members shall be held during January of each year at a time and place set by the Board
of Directors.
Section 2. Regular Meetings
The Board of Directors shall meet at least four six (46) times per year at a time and place selected by the
Chair of the Board of the Corporation.
Section 3. Executive Committee Meetings
The Executive Committee shall meet at least six (6) times per year at the call of the Chair of the Board,
and at such other times that the business of the Corporation requires.
Section 4. Notice of Meetings
Notice of Board of Directors Annual Meeting shall be distributed to each member at least two (2)
weeks before the meeting date. Notice of Board of Director meetings shall be distributed to Directors
at least ten (10) days before the meeting date. Notice of Executive committee meetings shall be
distributed to committee members at least five (5) days prior to the meeting.
ARTICLE X
NOTICE OF MEETINGS
Section 1.
Whenever, under the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, the Articles of Incorporation or these By-Laws,
notice is required to be given to a Member, a Director or a member of a committee, such notice may be
given in writing by depositing it in the United States mail (first class postage prepaid) or by electronic
mail (Email), or facsimile (fax), addressed to such person as his or her address appears on the books of
the Corporation or at his or her business address. Notice shall be deemed at the time it is deposited in
the United States mail or sent by Email, or fax. Such requirement for notice shall be deemed satisfied,
except where written notice is required by law, if actual notice is received orally or in written form by
the person entitled thereto as far in advance of the event with respect to which notice is given as the
minimum notice period required by law or these By-Laws.
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Section 2.
Waiver of Notice. Whenever any notice is required to be given by Minnesota Statutes, the Articles of
Incorporation, or these By-Laws, a waiver thereof in writing signed by the person or persons entitled to
such notice, whether before, or after the time stated therein, shall be deemed equivalent thereto.
Attendance by such a person at a meeting shall constitute a waiver of notice of such meeting, except
when the person attends a meeting for the express purpose of objecting, at the beginning of the
meeting, to the transaction of any business because the meeting is not lawfully called or convened.
Neither the business to be transacted at, nor the purpose of, any regular or special meeting or the
Members, Directors or committee members need be specified in any written waiver of notice unless so
required by statute. Any meeting of Members of the Board of Directors or of a committee of the Board
shall be a legal meeting without any notice thereof having been given if all Members, all Directors or
all committee members, as the case may be, are present.
ARTICLE XI
SPECIAL MEETINGS
Section 1.
Special meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by the Chair of the Board and shall be called
upon written demand of any three (3) Directors addressed to the Chair of the Board, to the Secretary or
to the President/CEO, stating the object or purpose thereof. Notice of such meeting shall be delivered
to each Director at least five (5) days before the date on which the meeting is to be held. The notice
shall state the time, place and purpose of the meeting. The same provisions shall apply to Special
Meetings for Members of the Corporation.
ARTICLE XII
QUORUMS
Section 1.
A majority of all Members or of all Board of Directors, as the case may be, shall constitute a quorum
for the purpose of transacting business at any annual, regular or special meeting. In the absence of a
quorum, a majority of the Members or Directors present may adjourn the meeting, without notice
other than announcement at the meeting, until a quorum is present. The Members or Directors present
at the meeting at which a quorum is present may continue to transact business until adjournment,
notwithstanding the withdrawal of enough Directors to leave less than a quorum.
ARTICLE XIII
VOTING BY PROXY
Section 1.
In no instance may a member, director, officer or committee member vote by proxy. If a quorum is not
present, the meeting must be adjourned without action and a new meeting must be scheduled, allowing
for proper and timely notification.
Commented [DH4]: Dan Ryan asks if it is possible to
state a minimum quorum. Is that 6?
Commented [MCV5R4]: The MNWT Board could set a
minimum as Councilmember Ryan suggested. Setting the
quorum would not impact the conditions for rescinding
withdrawal.
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ARTICLE XIVII
ACTION WITHOUT MEETING
Section 1.
Unless otherwise restricted by Minnesota Statutes or the Articles of Incorporation, any action of
Members, Directors, or of any committee thereof, may be taken without a meeting if a written consent
thereto is signed by all members, all Directors or committee members and such written consent is filed
with the minutes of the meeting of Members, Directors or committee, as the case may be.
ARTICLE XV
CONTRACTS, CHECKS, DRAFTS, BANK ACCOUNTS, ETC.
Section 1.
Contracts, etc. - How Executed. Except as otherwise provided in these By-Laws, the Board of
Directors may authorize any two (2) officers of the Corporation to enter into any contract or execute
and deliver any instrument in the name of or on behalf of the Corporation. Such authority may be
general or confined to specific instances. Unless so authorized by the Board of Directors, no officer
shall have any power or authority to bind the Corporation by any contract or engagement or to pledge
its credit or to render it liable for any purpose or for any amount.
Section la.
The Corporation may exercise a bid or request for proposal process on projects which exceed dollar
amounts determined by the Executive Committee.
Section 2.
Loans. No loan shall be contracted on behalf of the Corporation and no negotiable paper shall be
issued in its name unless authorized by the Board of Directors. When so authorized, any two (2)
officers of the Corporation may execute and deliver promissory notes or other evidence of
indebtedness of the Corporation, and as security for the payment of loans, advances, and liabilities of
the corporation, any mortgage, pledge, or transfer real or personal property held by the corporation.
Section 3.
Checks, Drafts, Etc. All checks, drafts, or orders for the payment of money issued in the name of the
Corporation shall be signed by the President/CEO and/or one (1) or more officers of the corporation in
such manner as authorized by the Board of Directors.
Section 4.
Deposits. All funds of the Corporation shall be deposited to the credit of the Corporation under such
conditions and in such banks, trust companies, or other depositories as the Board of Directors may
designate.
Section 5.
Conflicts oflnterest. No Officer or Director of this Corporation shall serve in a capacity and/or vote
on matters of the Corporation which may directly involve or benefit said Officer or Director.
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ARTICLE XIVI
OFFICER REMOVAL- RESIGNATION
Section 1.
Any officer may be removed either with or without cause by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the whole Board
of Directors.
Section 2.
Any officer may resign at any time by giving written notice to the Chair of the Board, Secretary, or
President/CEO of the Corporation. Such resignation shall take effect on the date of the receipt of such
notice or any later time specified therein.
ARTICLE XVII
DIRECTOR RESIGNATION - REMOVAL
Section 1.
Any Director may resign at any time by giving written notice to the Chair of the Board, Secretary, or
President/CEO of the Corporation. Such resignations shall take effect on the date of the receipt of such
notice or at any time specified in the resignation. The acceptance of such resignation shall not be
necessary to make it effective.
Section 2.
The Board of Directors, by two-thirds (2/3) vote of the entire Board, at any regular meeting or at a
special meeting called for that purpose, may remove a member of the Board of Directors with or
without cause, provided that requisite notice is given of the pending removal and that an affirmative
vote of at least six directors is cast to remove the Director.
Section 3.
All vacancies of the Board caused by death, resignation, or removal may be filled by action of the
Board of Directors.
Section 4.
Absenteeism. The Board of Directors, by two-thirds (2/3) vote of the entire Board, at any regular
meeting or at a special meeting called for that purpose may remove a member of the Board of
Directors with or without cause, due to that member having two (2) or more unexcused absences from
meetings annually.
ARTICLE XVIII
BY-LAWS AMENDMENTS
Section 1.
Amendments to these By-Laws may be adopted by Board of Directors at any
meeting of the Board called for that purpose, and upon a two-thirds (2/3) affirmative
vot
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At least ten (10) days' notice shall be given to Board members together with a
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copy of the proposed amendments.
Section 1.
ARTICLE
XIXI FISCAL
YEAR
The fiscal year of the Corporation shall begin on January 1 of each year and
end on December 31 of each year. It shall be the responsibility of the Board of
Directors to adopt a budget for the forthcoming fiscal year. It shall be the
responsibility of the President/CEO and Treasurer to refrain from engaging in
or completing, any action of any kind whatsoever which may result in the
Corporation exceeding total budgeted expenditures for that fiscal year without first
advising the Chair of the Board regarding the nature of the probable excess and having
secured from the Board of Directors authorization to proceed.
ARTICLE XIIX-INSURANCE
Section 1.
Each Director and Officer, whether or not then in office, shall be indemnified
by the Corporation against costs and expenses reasonably incurred by him/her in
connection with any action, suit or proceeding in which he/she may be involved by
reason of his/her being or having been a Director or Officer of the Corporation,
except in relation to matters as to which he/she be finally adjudged in any such
action, suit or proceeding in which he/she may be involved by reason of his/her
being or having been a Director of Officer of the Corporation, except in relation to
matters as to which he/she shall be finally adjudged in any such action, suit or
proceeding to be or to have been derelict in the performance of his/her duty as such
Director or Officer. The foregoing right of indemnification shall not be exclusive of the rights to
which a Director or Officer may be entitled as a matter of law.
ARTICLEXIVXI
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING
Section 1.
The Officers of the Corporation and particularly the President/CEO shall
adhere to all requirements set forth in Minnesota Statutes 469.190 relating to funds
received from city lodging taxes, as well as the respective cities' accounting and
reporting requirements.
ADOPTION
The foregoing Bylaws of Minneapolis Northwest Tourism were duly amended, approved, and adopted
by a majority of those voting members present at the _______ board meeting immediately following the
Annual Meeting of the Corporation on January 25, 2019.
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This instrument constitutes the Bylaws of the North Metro Minneapolis Convention and Visitors Bureau, also doing business as
“XXXXX,” a Minnesota nonprofit corporation (the “Corporation”). The Corporation is incorporated under and pursuant to the
Minnesota Nonprofit Corporation Act, Minnesota Statues Chapter 317A, as amended (the “Act”). The Bylaws help to regulate and
manage the internal affairs of the Corporation.
ARTICLE I
General Purpose
and OFFICE
The specific purposes of the Corporation shall include, but not be limited to:
x Promote the cities of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park, Minnesota as a combined destination
for visitors by amplifying the brand of the two cities, attracting meetings/conferences/sports, and
supporting signature events that allow guests to experience the unique character of the cities.
x Provide leadership and engagement with each community and the various hospitality and tourism
businesses and organizations that help provide the area’s visitor experience.
x Support the economic well-being, cultural diversity, and overall identity of both Brooklyn Center
and Brooklyn Park by encouraging overnight stays in the cities.
The principal and registered office of the Corporation shall be located within one of the cities whose
lodging tax funds are administered by this Corporation.
ARTICLE II
NAME
The Corporation, North Metro Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Bureau shall do business under its
dba name, XXXXX.
ARTICLE III
MEMBERS
BYLAWS
of
Minneapolis Northwest Tourism
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Section 1. Members of the Corporation
The Members of the Corporation shall be the following:
(A) The City of Brooklyn Center and the City of Brooklyn Park, both of which have passed a
Lodging Tax Resolution for collection of Lodging Tax under Chapter 469.190 of Minnesota
Statutes and whose funds from such taxes are administered by this Corporation.
(B) Hotels and motels in such cities as set forth above.
(C) Area attractions, venues, and tourism-affected businesses as deemed appropriate by the Board
of Directors
(D) Any other person or entity named to the Board of Directors who is not listed above.
Section 2. Appointed Members
Members of the corporation can be appointed to the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors vote on
all matters for the Corporation.
ARTICLE IV-BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Section 1. Size of Board
The number of Directors shall not be less than seven (7), nor more than nine (9).
Section la. Board Responsibilities
The government and policy-making responsibilities of Minneapolis Northwest Tourism shall be vested
in the Board of Directors, which shall control its property, be responsible for its finances, direct its
affairs and establish policy. It shall be the obligation of the Board of Directors working collaboratively
with the municipalities of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park to insure representation on the Board and
its committees from all appropriate Members of the Corporation.
Powers and Duties of the Board of Directors shall include, but not be limited to
1. Election of Officers
2. Employ President & CEO
3. Keep the two cities and Director’s constituent base informed of the Corporation’s activities
4. Serve as an advocate and ambassador for tourism and hospitality in both cities
Section 2. Appointed Representation
Each member City must appoint:
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• One (1) representative from the cities respective City Council
• One (1) professional staff appointee from the respective city
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Section 2a. Appointed City Representation, Alternates
Each Member City may designate one (1) named individual representative to participate as an
Alternate in board meetings with actions in the event that the city appointed (City Council or
professional staff) is unable to attend. In the absence of the City's Appointed Representative, the
Alternate will be allowed to vote in place of the Appointed City Representative.
Section 3. Board Appointed Directors
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A slate of candidates of no less than three (3) and up to (5) representatives from area lodging
properties, attractions, venues, appropriate tourism affected businesses, or other persons or entities
deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors shall be identified and recruited by the Board of
Directors.
The Secretary shall present the slate of candidates identified and agreed upon by the Board of Directors for
consideration at the December Board Meeting. The Elected Board Members will be confirmed by a two-
thirds (2/3) vote of the current Board Members.
Section 3a. Non-Voting Directors
Ex-Officio Board Members may be appointed by a majority vote of the Board of Directors of the
Minneapolis Northwest Tourism during a regular board meeting. All Ex-Officio Board Members will
receive notices of meetings and minutes. Any Ex-Officio Board Member may participate in
discussions, and serve on committees. Ex-Officio Board Members may not vote as a Board Member..
Section 4. Nomination of Candidates
Candidates for election to the Board of Directors may be nominated by any corporate Member. Names
of candidates for election shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Corporation by the 15th day of
November each year.
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Section 4. Terms
Term of office for all Directors shall be up to three (3) years. Elected Directors may be re-elected to
serve a maximum of two consecutive three (3) year terms.
For the initial Board of the Corporation governed by the amended by-laws:
x The two City Council members and professional staff appointed by their respective city will serve an initial
term of three (3) years.
x The remaining directors (appointed and elected) will randomly draw to be assigned to a staggered set of terms each
of which is eligible for two re-elected terms of three years:
o 50% of remaining directors – initial term of one (1) year
o 50% of remaining directors – initial term of two (2) years
After the appointment and election of the initial Board governed by the amended by-laws, all terms
begin the year in which a director is seated on the board, regardless of whether it is a new
position or a vacancy.
Section 5. Absences
Any Director who misses three (3) consecutive meetings or accrues four (4) absences within a twelve-month period,
without a valid reason given to a Board Officer, may result in his/her membership on the board to be terminated. Upon
motion of a sitting board member, termination shall be determined by simple majority of attending board members by
ballot vote at a regularly scheduled meeting of the board.
Section 6. Policies and Code of Conduct
All board members elected or appointed must agree and sign the Corporations Board Policies/Procedures and Code of
Conduct.
ARTICLE V
OFFICERS
Section 1. Com position
The officers of this Corporation shall be the Chair of the Board, one Vice
Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and the Immediate Past Chair of the Board.
Section 2. Election of Officers
Officers shall be elected annually for terms of one (1) year by the
Board of Directors.
Section 3. Inclusion
The officers should include at least one (1) City Representative from each city and at least one (1) Hotelier.
ARTICLE VI
DUTIES OF OFFICERS
Section 1. Chair of the Board
The Chair of the Board shall have overall supervision of the business of the Corporation and shall
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direct the affairs and policies of the Corporation, subject to such policies and directions as may be
provided by the Board of Directors. The Chair of the Board shall preside at all meetings of the Board
of Directors, as well as at Executive Committee meetings.
Section 2. Vice Chair
The Vice Chair shall exercise and perform the duties of the Chair of the Board, in the Chair of the
Board's absence and/or inability to serve. The Vice Chair shall also have such powers and shall
perform such duties as may be assigned to them by the Chair of the Board or the Board of Directors.
Section 3. Secretary
The Secretary shall attend all meetings of the Members, Board of Directors and Executive Committee.
The secretary shall keep proper minutes of such meetings, and work with staff to give all required
notices, keep membership records, and shall perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Chair
of the Board or the Board of Directors.
The Secretary will take the lead on working with the remainder of the Board to identify and recruit a
slate of identified, potential board members. The Secretary will be responsible for bringing the slate to
the full Board for its consideration.
Section 4. Treasurer
The Treasurer shall oversee all funds of the Corporation. Working with the staff, the Treasurer shall
keep an accurate account of all receipts and disbursements, deposit all monies in the name of the
Corporation in such banks or depositories as the Board of Directors shall designate, disburse funds of
the Corporation as directed by the Chair of the Board or the Board of Directors and perform such other
duties as may be assigned by them.
Section 5. Immediate Past Chair of the Board
The Immediate Past Chair of the Board shall serve on the Executive Committee as an Ex-officio member
of the Board, assist the Chair of the Board, preside at the next annual meeting of the Corporation, and
perform such duties and functions as may be assigned by the Chair of the Board or suggested by the
Board of Directors.
ARTICLE VII
COMMITTEES
Section 1. Executive Committee
The Executive Committee, consisting of the Officers set forth above and one or more additional
members as the Board of Directors may determine, will function and carry out Board duties and
responsibilities between Board of Directors meetings, subject to the direction and control of the Board
of Directors.
Section 2. Others
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Other Committees may be appointed by the Chair of the Board, and/or the Board of Directors as
needed.
ARTICLE VIII
PRESIDENT/CEO
Section 1.
The Board of Directors shall hire a full-time president/chief operating officer to be named President
/CEO. Such person shall be responsible for the day-to-day functioning of the Corporation.. The
President/CEO shall be a non-voting, Ex-officio Member to the Corporation(s) Board of Directors.
ARTICLE IX
MEETINGS
Section 1. Annual Meeting
A meeting of Members shall be held during January of each year at a time and place set by the Board
of Directors.
Section 2. Regular Meetings
The Board of Directors shall meet at least six (6) times per year at a time and place selected by the Chair
of the Board of the Corporation.
Section 3. Executive Committee Meetings
The Executive Committee shall meet at least six (6) times per year at the call of the Chair of the Board,
and at such other times that the business of the Corporation requires.
Section 4. Notice of Meetings
Notice of Board of Directors Annual Meeting shall be distributed to each member at least two (2)
weeks before the meeting date. Notice of Board of Director meetings shall be distributed to Directors
at least ten (10) days before the meeting date. Notice of Executive committee meetings shall be
distributed to committee members at least five (5) days prior to the meeting.
ARTICLE X
NOTICE OF MEETINGS
Section 1.
Whenever, under the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, the Articles of Incorporation or these By-Laws,
notice is required to be given to a Member, a Director or a member of a committee, such notice may be
given in writing by depositing it in the United States mail (first class postage prepaid) or by electronic
mail (Email), or facsimile (fax), addressed to such person as his or her address appears on the books of
the Corporation or at his or her business address. Notice shall be deemed at the time it is deposited in
the United States mail or sent by Email, or fax. Such requirement for notice shall be deemed satisfied,
except where written notice is required by law, if actual notice is received orally or in written form by
the person entitled thereto as far in advance of the event with respect to which notice is given as the
minimum notice period required by law or these By-Laws.
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Section 2.
Waiver of Notice. Whenever any notice is required to be given by Minnesota Statutes, the Articles of
Incorporation, or these By-Laws, a waiver thereof in writing signed by the person or persons entitled to
such notice, whether before, or after the time stated therein, shall be deemed equivalent thereto.
Attendance by such a person at a meeting shall constitute a waiver of notice of such meeting, except
when the person attends a meeting for the express purpose of objecting, at the beginning of the
meeting, to the transaction of any business because the meeting is not lawfully called or convened.
Neither the business to be transacted at, nor the purpose of, any regular or special meeting or the
Members, Directors or committee members need be specified in any written waiver of notice unless so
required by statute. Any meeting of Members of the Board of Directors or of a committee of the Board
shall be a legal meeting without any notice thereof having been given if all Members, all Directors or
all committee members, as the case may be, are present.
ARTICLE XI
SPECIAL MEETINGS
Section 1.
Special meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by the Chair of the Board and shall be called
upon written demand of any three (3) Directors addressed to the Chair of the Board, to the Secretary or
to the President/CEO, stating the object or purpose thereof. Notice of such meeting shall be delivered
to each Director at least five (5) days before the date on which the meeting is to be held. The notice
shall state the time, place and purpose of the meeting. The same provisions shall apply to Special
Meetings for Members of the Corporation.
ARTICLE XII
QUORUMS
Section 1.
A majority of all Board of Directors, as the case may be, shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of
transacting business at any annual, regular or special meeting. In the absence of a quorum, a majority
of the Directors present may adjourn the meeting, without notice other than announcement at the
meeting, until a quorum is present. The Directors present at the meeting at which a quorum is
present may continue to transact business until adjournment, notwithstanding the withdrawal of
enough Directors to leave less than a quorum.
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ARTICLE XIII
ACTION WITHOUT MEETING
Section 1.
Unless otherwise restricted by Minnesota Statutes or the Articles of Incorporation, any action of
Directors, or of any committee thereof, may be taken without a meeting if a written consent thereto is
signed by all members, all Directors or committee members and such written consent is filed with the
minutes of the meeting of Directors or committee, as the case may be.
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ARTICLE XIV
OFFICER REMOVAL- RESIGNATION
Section 1.
Any officer may be removed either with or without cause by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the whole Board
of Directors.
Section 2.
Any officer may resign at any time by giving written notice to the Chair of the Board, Secretary, or
President/CEO of the Corporation. Such resignation shall take effect on the date of the receipt of such
notice or any later time specified therein.
ARTICLE XV
DIRECTOR RESIGNATION - REMOVAL
Section 1.
Any Director may resign at any time by giving written notice to the Chair of the Board, Secretary, or
President/CEO of the Corporation. Such resignations shall take effect on the date of the receipt of such
notice or at any time specified in the resignation. The acceptance of such resignation shall not be
necessary to make it effective.
Section 2.
The Board of Directors at any regular meeting or at a special meeting called for that purpose, may
remove a member of the Board of Directors with or without cause, provided that requisite notice is
given of the pending removal and that an affirmative vote of at least six directors is cast to remove the
Director.
Section 3.
All vacancies of the Board caused by death, resignation, or removal may be filled by action of the
Board of Directors.
ARTICLE XVI
BY-LAWS AMENDMENTS
Section 1.
Amendments to these By-Laws may be adopted by Board of Directors at any
meeting of the Board called for that purpose, and upon a two-thirds (2/3) affirmative
vote. At least ten (10) days' notice shall be given to Board members together with a
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copy of the proposed amendments.
Section 1.
ARTICLE XII
FISCAL YEAR
The fiscal year of the Corporation shall begin on January 1 of each year and
end on December 31 of each year. It shall be the responsibility of the Board of
Directors to adopt a budget for the forthcoming fiscal year. It shall be the
responsibility of the President/CEO and Treasurer to refrain from engaging in
or completing, any action of any kind whatsoever which may result in the
Corporation exceeding total budgeted expenditures for that fiscal year without first
advising the Chair of the Board regarding the nature of the probable excess and having
secured from the Board of Directors authorization to proceed.
ARTICLE XII-INSURANCE
Section 1.
Each Director and Officer, whether or not then in office, shall be indemnified
by the Corporation against costs and expenses reasonably incurred by him/her in
connection with any action, suit or proceeding in which he/she may be involved by
reason of his/her being or having been a Director or Officer of the Corporation,
except in relation to matters as to which he/she be finally adjudged in any such
action, suit or proceeding in which he/she may be involved by reason of his/her
being or having been a Director of Officer of the Corporation, except in relation to
matters as to which he/she shall be finally adjudged in any such action, suit or
proceeding to be or to have been derelict in the performance of his/her duty as such
Director or Officer. The foregoing right of indemnification shall not be exclusive of the rights to
which a Director or Officer may be entitled as a matter of law.
ARTICLEXIV
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING
Section 1.
The Officers of the Corporation and particularly the President/CEO shall
adhere to all requirements set forth in Minnesota Statutes 469.190 relating to funds
received from city lodging taxes, as well as the respective cities' accounting and
reporting requirements.
ADOPTION
The foregoing Bylaws of Minneapolis Northwest Tourism were duly amended, approved, and adopted
by a majority of those voting members present at the _______ board meeting of the Corporation.
1/2/2023
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MAINTAINING MEMBERSHIP IN THE MINNEAPOLIS
NORTHWEST TOURISM BUREAU
Status of discussions to meet Council Resolution
November 28, 2022
Decision Timeline
Summer 2022
Joint Destination
Decision to join with Brooklyn Park to
promote the two cities as a combined
destination and to investigate how to
do so through MNTB
Intent to Withdraw
Brooklyn Center indicated its intent
to withdraw from participation in
the Minneapolis Northwest Tourism
Bureau
June 2021 Spring 2022
Optimal Tourism Promotion
Key stakeholders of Brooklyn Center’s and
Brooklyn Park’s visitor economy were asked what
they need from a tourism promotion entity AND
what the “destination” should be known for
Dec 2022
City Needs
Both cities passed a resolution requesting changes
to the MNTB bylaws and the development of a
work plan to ensure each city can optimize their
visitor economy through engagement with MNTB
August 2022
Resolution Compliance
Working with MNTB to be in
compliance with the resolution
conditions so that both cities can
decide to rescind their withdrawal
1/2/2023
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Why Promote Tourism?
Cities-centered Focus
Suburban regional Cities’ heritage & diversity
1/2/2023
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Resolution Conditions
1. Update bylaws to include a new board
structure with additional board seats for
city officials.
2. Refer to the full-time executive
employee as the CEO
3. Establish new job description and begin the
search for the CEO position
4. Approve a 2023 Work Plan (including re-
branding of MNTB to better reflect its
current membership)
Encourage city engagement,
communications, and alignment with
city goals
Transition from interim to permanent
leadership to oversee transition to city
destination promotion
Focus organization on promoting two-
city destination and building community
engagements
Progress to Date
1. MNTB Bylaws
2. CEO Position
3. 2023 Work Plan
Solidify engagement—policy
direction, implementation,
understand ROI of city funds
Ensure leadership can implement
more focused program
Focus and priorities to launch
two-city destination promotion
and steps to better integrate
with and reflect community
Board seat for professional
staff; maintain Councilmember
appointment by each city
Industry best practices to
support MNTB Board search
Recommended priorities
based on vision for joint city
destination developed in the
spring and available budget
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Next Steps
•MNTB will make final changes to bylaws to keep with resolution conditions
•MNTB will demonstrate that CEO search has begun
•MNTB will indicate agreement with proposed work plan
•City staff will report compliance to the City Council prior to the December 12 City
Council meetings and will recommend that Brooklyn Center rescind its notice to
withdraw from the organization.
•A new joint powers agreement will need to be negotiated, and Brooklyn Center
will need to negotiate a new contract/agreement for participation in MNTB.
MNTB meets
conditions
Recommendation Detail
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Updated Bylaws (conditions 1 & 2)
Requests:
1.Bylaws must be updated to include a new board structure with additional board seats for city officials.
2.Article VII of Bylaws must be updated to refer to the full-time executive employee as the CEO
Rationale: The current of structure of the Board does not afford the cities the opportunity to be actively engaged in setting
the goals for MNWT nor tracking the alignment of the organization’s efforts with city goals.
Recommended solution: Update bylaws to
Better define the membership and primary beneficiaries of MNWT
Encourage more active city engagement through appointments (including professional staff)
Clearly articulate expectations of Board members
Clarify expectations of the President & CEO for the organization
President & CEO Job Description (condition 3)
Requests: Establish a new job description for the CEO position and begin the search for the CEO position.
Rationale: As a destination organization representing two cities with distinct differentiators and a different “brand” than
previous iterations of MNWT members, the focus of the organization must evolve. Similarly, the expectations of the
President & CEO to the organization should be aligned with promoting the “new” destination
Recommended solution: Refine and update description and begin search for a permanent, full-time President & CEO with
qualifications and experience to represent “the Brooklyns” and engage the broader community.
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2023 Work Plan (condition 4)
Requests: Approve a 2023 Work Plan with agreed upon metrics and action steps, including re-branding of MNTB to better
reflect its current membership and calling for an election in January 2023 to elect board of directors in accordance with
the newly approved bylaws.
Rationale: The focus of the organization to represent two cities will require adjustments to current programming and the
external brand/positioning of the destination. Additionally, the organization will need to make operational changes to be
in compliance with the updated bylaws
Recommended solution:
Adopt a work plan that meets the vision and goals for MNWT as discussed at the spring charrettes
Ensure the work plan identifies metrics to communicate to both the Board and cities on the progress of the organization
in meeting goals
Develop a timeline for onboarding new Board members; ensure composition complies with the updated bylaws
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