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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-099 CCR1 1 Member Barb Kalligher moved its adoption: introduced the following resolution and RESOLUTION NO. 94 -99 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE NORTHEAST TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR TASK FORCE AND DEFINING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center City Council has authorized the creation of an ad hoc task force for the express purpose of evaluating traffic issues in the Northeast area of Brooklyn Center, and assisting the City Council in formulating priorities related to traffic improvements. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that there is hereby established within the City of Brooklyn Center an advisory ad hoc Task Force as follows: Subdivision 1. TITLE: This organization shall be known as the Brooklyn Center Northeast Transportation Corridor Task Force. Subdivision 2. SCOPE: The scope of activity of this Task Force shall consist of advising the City Council regarding matters relevant to traffic and transportation policy in the T.H. 252 corridor and the area from the Mississippi River west to Noble Avenue North, from 85th Avenue North to I- 94/694. Subdivision 3. PURPOSE: The general purpose of this Task Force shall be to review traffic and transportation issues and make recommendations to: reduce the level of traffic on Humboldt Avenue; reduce congestion on T.H. 252; provide access; define roadway function; preserve neighborhoods; and to address other planning issues. Subdivision 4. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In fulfillment of its purpose, the duties and responsibilities of the Task Force shall be to: Report to the City Council by July 25, 1994 with specific interim improvements to provide immediate relief on Humboldt Avenue from cut through traffic. Report to the City Council by October 24, 1994 with recommendations regarding long -term improvements to Humboldt Avenue, and regarding long -term transportation policies. Subdivision 5. COMPOSITION: The Task Force shall be composed of up to fourteen (14) members, all of whom shall be appointed and serve as set forth in Subdivision 6. 1 1 1 Resolution No. 94 -99 In the event an appointed member suffers from an extended illness, disability, or other activity preventing proper fulfillment of duties, responsibilities, rules and regulations of the Task Force, the member may be temporarily replaced during the temporary leave by an interim member. Interim members of the Task Force representing Brooklyn Center residents, businesses, Commissions, or its City Council shall be appointed by the Mayor with majority consent of the City Council. Conflict of Interest: Members of the Task Force representing Brooklyn Center residents, businesses, Commissions, or its City Council shall comply with provisions of the City of Brooklyn Center's business ethics policy. Resignations- Removal from Office- Vacancies: Members of the Task Force representing Brooklyn Center residents, businesses, Commissions, or its City Council may resign voluntarily or may be removed from office by the Mayor with consent by majority vote of the City Council. Three consecutive absences from duly called Task Force meetings or absences from a majority of duly called Task Force meetings within one calendar year shall constitute automatic resignation from office. The City Manager shall inform the Mayor of such automatic resignations. Vacancies in the Task Force shall be filled by Mayoral appointment with majority consent of the City Council. Compensation: Members shall serve without compensation. Subdivision 7. RULES AND PROCEDURES: The Task Force shall adopt such rules and procedures not inconsistent with these provisions as may be necessary for the proper execution and conduct of business. Subdivision 8. MEETINGS: The initial meeting of the Task Force shall be convened within thirty (30) days after establishment by the Council. Thereafter, regular meetings shall be held with date and time to be determined by the Task Force. Special meetings may be called by the chairperson. Subdivision 9. STAFF: The Mayor with majority consent of the Council shall assign one member of the City's staff to serve as staff to the Task Force. The staff member assigned shall perform such clerical and research duties on behalf of the Task Force as may be assigned by the chairperson. In addition, the City of Brooklyn Park will be requested to assign one staff member to serve as staff to the Task Force. Subdivision 10. EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: A representative of Mn /DOT, a representative from the Metropolitan Council, and a representative from the Regional Transit Board shall serve as ex officio members of the Task Force, privileged to speak on any matter but without a vote, and shall provide a liaison between the Task Force and their respective Councils or Boards. 1 1 Resolution No. 94 Subdivision 6. MEMBERS METHOD OF SELECTION TERM OF OFFICE REMOVAL: Chairperson: The Chairperson shall be appointed by the Task Force from its membership. The Chairperson shall assure fulfillment of the following responsibilities in addition to those otherwise described herein: 1. Preside over meetings of the Task Force; 2. Appear or appoint a representative to appear, as necessary, before the City Council to present the viewpoint of the Task Force in matters relevant to business under consideration by the City Council; 3. Review all official minutes of the City Council and other advisory commissions for the purpose of informing the Task Force of matters relevant to its charge. Vice Chairperson: A Vice Chairperson shall be appointed by the Task Force from its membership. The Vice Chairperson shall perform such duties as may be assigned by the Chairperson and shall assume the responsibilities of the chair in the absence of the Chairperson. Representation: The Task Force shall be comprised of the following members: 1. Two (2) persons residing on Humboldt Avenue between 69th and 73rd Avenues North in Brooklyn Center 2. Two (2) persons residing elsewhere in Brooklyn Center 3. One (1) representative from the Brooklyn Center business community 4. One (1) Brooklyn Center City Council member 5. One (1) Brooklyn Center Planning Commission member 6. Two (2) persons at large In addition, the Brooklyn Park City Council may choose to appoint representatives from that community. Suggested representation is: 7. Two (2) persons residing on Humboldt Avenue North in Brooklyn Park 8. Two (2) persons residing elsewhere in Brooklyn Park 9. One (1) Brooklyn Park City Council member Members' Term of Office: Members of the Task Force representing Brooklyn Center residents, businesses, Commissions, or its City Council shall be appointed by the Mayor with majority consent of the Council. Members representing Brooklyn Park residents or its City Council shall be appointed by the Brooklyn Park City Council. The terms of office shall be for the life of the Task Force as set forth in Subdivision 11. 1 1 Resolution No. 94 -99 Subdivision 11. TASK FORCE TERM: The provisions of this resolution shall expire upon Council acceptance of the Task Force's final report, unless specifically extended by the City Council on or before said date. May 9, 1994 Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: tjM Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Todd Paulson, Celia Scott, Dave Rosene, Barb Kalligher, and Kristen Mann; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.