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Home My WebLink About2025.04.14 CCP REGULARCITY COUNCIL MEETING City Hall Council Chambers April 14, 2025 AGENDA 1. Call to Order - 7:00 p.m. Attendees please turn off cell phones and pagers during the meeting. A copy of the full meeting packet is available in the binder at the entrance to the Council Chambers. 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Informal Open Forum This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on items that are not on the agenda. It is limited to 15 minutes. It may not be used to make personal attacks, air personal grievances, make political endorsements, or for political campaign purposes. Council Members will not enter into a dialogue with the presenter. Questions from the Council will be for clarification purposes only. It will not be used as a time for problem- solving or reacting to the comments made but for hearing the presenter for informational purposes only. The first call will be for those that have notified the Clerk that they would like to speak during the open forum and then ask if anyone connected to this meeting would like to speak. When called upon, please indicate your name and then proceed. Please be sure to state your name before speaking. a. Meeting Decorum 5. Invocation - Jerzak 6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end of the Council Consideration Items. a. Approval of Minutes b. Approval of Licenses c. Resolution Accepting the FY2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) and Authorizing Execution of the Agreement d. Resolution Identifying the Need for LCA Predevelopment Funding and Authorizing an Application for Grant Funds for Morty's Bark and Brew 7. Presentations/Proclamations/Recognitions/Donations a. Proclamation Recognizing and Honoring Pan American Day on April 14, 2025 b. Resolution Declaring April 22, 2025, as Earth Day in Brooklyn Center c. Economic Growth Plan Introduction/Update Page 1 of 93 8. Public Hearings a. An Ordinance No. 2025-04; Amending Chapter 23-2700 of the City of Brooklyn Center to Establish Cannabis and Hemp Businesses Regulations - Second Reading b. An Ordinance Vacating a Certain Portion of a Drainage and Utility Easement within Lot 1, Block 1 of the Plat of Steen Addition in the City of Brooklyn Center, Hennepin County, Minnesota 9. Planning Commission Items 10. Council Consideration Items a. An Ordinance Adding A New Section to Chapter 33 of the Brooklyn Center City Code of Ordinances Regarding the Establishment of a Local Housing Trust Fund 11. Council Report 12. Adjournment Page 2 of 93 COUNCIL MEETING DECORUM To ensure meetings are conducted in a professional and courteous manner which enables the orderly conduct of business, all persons in attendance or who participate in such meetings shall conduct themselves in a manner that does not interfere with the ability of others to observe and, when allowed, to participate without disruption or fear of intimidation. A. Decorum. Persons who attend meetings must avoid conduct that disrupts, interferes with, or disturbs the orderly conduct of the meeting or the ability of other attendees to observe and participate as appropriate. To that end, persons who attend meetings are subject to the following: (1) Members of the public may only speak during meetings when allowed under Council Rules and only after being recognized by the presiding officer. The presiding officer may establish time limits for the acceptance of public comments or testimony. (2) Public comments or testimony must be addressed to the presiding officer and not to other Council Members, staff, or others in attendance. (3) All elected officials shall be referred to by their proper title and surname. (4) Public comments should avoid personal accusations, profanity, or other improper content for a public meeting. (5) Intimidating behaviors, threats of hostility, or actual violence are disallowed. (6) Audible demonstrations intended to disrupt the meeting should be avoided, including stomping of feet, snapping of fingers, clapping of hands, and other conduct that may be intimidating or threatening to others. (7) Holding, displaying, or placing banners, signs, objects, or other materials in any way that endangers others, prevents the free flow of individuals within the chamber, or obstructs or prevents the viewing of the meeting by others is not allowed. B. The presiding officer shall request any person(s) who disrupt, interfere with or disturb the orderly conduct of a meeting to cease the conduct and, as necessary, shall issue an oral warning to the individual(s) found to be in violation. If the individual(s) persists in disrupting, interfering with, or disturbing the meeting, the presiding officer may have the individual(s) removed or, under appropriate circumstances, temporarily clear the gallery. If for any reason the presiding officer fails to take such action, a majority vote may be substituted for action by the presiding officer to maintain order and decorum over the proceedings. C. The Council Chambers capacity is 76 persons per fire code. Page 3 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 4/14/2025 TO: City Council FROM: Barb Suciu, City Clerk THROUGH: Daren Nyquist, Deputy City Manager BY: Shannon Pettit, Deputy City Clerk SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve meeting minutes • March 24, 2025, Study Session • March 24, 2025, Regular Session Background: In accordance with Minnesota State Statute 15.17, the official records of all meetings must be documented and approved by the governing body. Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2025.03.24 SS - unapproved 2. 2025.03.24 CC - unapproved Page 4 of 93 3/24/25 -1- DRAFT MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA STUDY SESSION MARCH 24, 2025 CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in a Study Session called to order by Mayor April Graves at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor April Graves and Councilmembers Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Dan Jerzak, Teneshia Kragness, and Laurie Ann Moore. Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Deputy City Manager Daren Nyquist, Community Development Director Jesse Anderson, Economic Development Manager Ian Alexander, Planning Manager Ginny McIntosh, City Clerk Barb Suciu, Deputy City Clerk Shannon Pettit and City Attorney Siobhan Tolar. COUNCIL MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION ITEMS CLOSED SESSION – PURSUANT TO M.S. 13D, SUBD. 3.C.3. Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Moore seconded to enter into a Closed Session. Motion passed unanimously. CONTINUE THE CLOSED SESSION Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Jerzak seconded to continue to the closed session after April 8th. Motion passed unanimously. REOPEN STUDY SESSION Mayor Graves moved and Councilmember Moore seconded to reopen the study session. Motion passed unanimously. Mayor Graves stated there was an issue with the Zoom link being hacked, so it is not available at this time. Page 5 of 93 3/24/25 -2- DRAFT Mayor Graves stated there is a item she would like to pull to save time later and bring to the study session. It is the presentation on City Advisory Commissions. CITY MANAGER MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION ITEMS City Manager Reggie Edwards stated that this item has come up in the public a couple of times as it relates to the process. There is an internal working group meeting about processes and trying to improve the process. He added there was some concern about not having the presentation on camera during the regular meeting. City Clerk Barb Suciu stated that we are going to discuss City Advisory Commissions tonight. An overview of the presentation is that we are the current city advisory commission, and we will discuss the status, application process, and 2025 process improvements. She added that, in 2019- 2020, the city commissions went to the wayside with COVID and other factors, stating that it was in the process of being rebuilt. City Clerk Suciu stated there are six commissions: Charter, Cultural and Public Arts, Financial, Housing, Parks & Recreation, Planning and Sister City. •The Charter Commission currently has 15 members, and they are assigned to a four- year term by the Chief Judge. •The Cultural and Public Arts Commission currently has six (6) voting members (one vacancy) and three (3) affiliate members (one vacancy) who are non-voting and are assigned to a two-year term. •The Financial Commission currently has seven (7) members serving three-year terms. •The Housing Commission currently has seven (7) members serving three-year terms as well. •The Parks & Recreation Commission currently has seven (7) members serving three- year terms. The Clerk was recently informed that one member may be moving out of the city, so there could be a vacancy. •The Planning Commission currently has six (6) members serving two-year terms. There are currently three (3) applicants for the vacancy. •The Sister City Commission currently has five (5) members serving five-year terms. The Community Safety Violence Prevention Commission is omitted as they are just in the early stages of forming. All commissions are established by resolution and follow the bylaws that were established by the City Council some time ago. However, these could be revisited if the City Council chooses. City Clerk Suciu stated all commissions are listed on the city website under the respected Commission. Applications are received at the City Clerk’s office, processed, and emailed to the Page 6 of 93 3/24/25 -3- DRAFT Mayor and the whole city council for review. The Mayor makes recommendations to the City Council, and they vote on the recommendations as a whole body. City Clerk Suciu stated that when advertising for city commission openings, the city newsletter, employee newsletter, city website, social media and GovDelivery are all utilized. Compliance with city branding is ensured in both internal and external communications. If there are openings, the advertisements go out weekly. City Clerk Suciu stated that the 2025 application had been updated and that one application goes out for all commissions. Within the application, there is one section that applicants can complete with their desire to serve on that respective Commission. It also now ensures that applicants must answer all the questions, stating that some of the boxes were not marked as mandatory, and that has been corrected. City Clerk Suciu stated that they were in the process of creating Standard Operating Procedures with collaborations from all staff liaisons. The group has met once so far, and City Clerk Suciu felt that it had been productive. City Clerk Suciu stated that the staff would like to get all the commissions more consistent. She stated concerns that commissions have different terms. She suggested a three-year term so that turnover could be staggered and making it more uniform for the commissioners. City Clerk Suciu stated she is also working on the City Advisory Commission book. It will provide general information regarding the city, including a general overview of the departments and what they do, as well as the different commissions and what they will do. This will go out to any new commissioner to function as a handbook. Councilmember Jerzak thanked City Clerk Suciu for the presentation and asked for the 252 Task Force to be addressed. City Clerk Suciu stated the 252 Task Force was appointed by resolution in either 2020 or 2021. This body is different as it is a Task Force and was appointed just for the Highway 252 project. Once the project is complete, the task force will dissolve. Councilmember Jerzak stated that by Charter, the Mayor recommends all the appointments but was hoping at some point, the Council could discuss some procedures for what happens behind the scenes, stating concerns that rejection of certain candidates may cause embarrassment to those volunteering. He stated that he wanted to be inclusive but that some candidates were better than others. Councilmember Jerzak stated for clarity that he serves on the Charter Commission, and occasionally, residents think there is a conflict of interest. He referenced State Statute 410.05 as allowing him to serve both roles and stated concerns that it should be clarified. City Clerk Suciu stated that yes, Minnesota Statute 410.05 allows him to serve on the Charter Commission. She added that she was scheduled to have a meeting with the Chief Judge today, but she was stuck in court, so it has been rescheduled for Wednesday. She further stated that the intent was to clarify Page 7 of 93 3/24/25 -4- DRAFT and create uniformity for the Charter Commission appointments. City Clerk Suciu also stated that the judge was looking to clarify what the City Council wants regarding Minnesota Statute 410.05. City Manager Dr. Edwards stated they wanted to underscore the 252 Task Force. The Task Force doesn’t have any governing authority or say. The Council will receive their advice but does not govern the actions of the Task Force. Mayor Graves stated that this was similar to the Crime Prevention Committee. Dr. Edwards related to Councilmember Jerzak’s questions regarding internal communication about applicant selection and stated that this would be the time to have those conversations. Councilmember Moore thanked the City Clerk Suciu for the presentation. She asked about the bylaws not being reviewed since 1999 and if that included all commission bylaws. City Clerk Suciu stated that only the standard city bylaws had not been updated since 1999. Councilmember Moore then stated her agreement regarding consistency among the Commissions, excluding the Charter Commission, as the Head Judge appoints it. She agreed a three-year term is a good number. She also stated her confusion about why one Commission had non-voting members and expressed her displeasure at having them on the Commission. She asked for clarification on how her specific recommendations went to the other Council members. Clerk Suciu confirmed that recommendations were sent to the office of the City Clerk and then shared with the rest of the Council. Mayor Graves agreed that consistency would be appreciated. She stated her curiosity about what instruction staff liaisons received as there has been some inaccuracy in the communication of both information and scheduling. City Clerk Suciu stated that the City Clerk’s office handles all of those things until the appointment. Once a liaison is in place it is their responsibility to handle and that Standard Operating Procedures are being created currently in a collaborative way. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson thanked City Clerk Suciu, indicated she appreciated the Commission Handbook, and suggested a directory of various departments. Mayor Graves also stated her gratitude for the creation of the handbook but asked why the neighborhood requirement wasn’t mentioned. City Clerk Suciu stated it is in the establishing resolution but is not a requirement for every district to be represented. Mayor Graves agreed that creating some continuity would be good but expressed interest in comparing them to see what is working and what isn’t. Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson stated that the contact page for the handbook could be the same sheet as the last page of the city newsletter. Mayor Graves expressed her desire to strike a balance between filling vacancies quickly and still leaving space for new applicants to be able to learn of the vacancies. City Clerk Suciu suggested having a place on SharePoint for pending applications so that access would be available at any time. Page 8 of 93 3/24/25 -5- DRAFT Mayor Graves thanked the City Clerk for her time. Councilmember Jerzak shared that he had sent a typo to the City Clerk for correction. Councilmember Kragness also stated that there was a typo on page 13 of her invocation stating that Bloody Sunday happened March 7th, 1935, which should be the year 1965 and that the president signed the Voting Rights Act into law the following year. Mayor Graves asked if there were any other miscellaneous. City Manager Dr. Edwards asked if appointments needed to be added to the agenda, and Mayor Graves clarified that she was unsure of which had gone forward and which hadn’t but that she did have an appointment recommendation to fill the Housing Commission vacancy, Mark Wiste and that two other Councilmembers agreed. The motion was made to add the commission appointment to the consensus agenda made by Mayor Graves and seconded by Councilmember Moore. Motion passed. Mayor Graves called to order the regular council meeting. ADJOURNMENT Page 9 of 93 03/24/25 -1- DRAFT MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION MARCH 24, 2025 CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL The Brooklyn Center City Council met in an Informal Open Forum called to order by Mayor April Graves at 7:03 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Mayor April Graves and Councilmembers Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Dan Jerzak, Teneshia Kragness, and Laurie Ann Moore. Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Deputy City Manager Daren Nyquist, Director of Community Prevention, Health, and Safety LaToya Turk, Police Chief Garett Flesland, City Clerk Barb Suciu, Deputy City Clerk Shannon Pettit, and City Attorney Siobhan Tolar. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 4. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM Mayor April Graves explained the purpose and guidelines for the Informal Open Forum and opened the Informal Open Forum for public comment. Dr. Edwards pointed out that the Zoom link is not recording because there was an issue with a hacker during the previous session. Nahid K. pointed out the Commission review is overdue. She requested the Council include Commissioners in the review process. She thanked staff and council for their support. Sabra L. noted she was nervous to speak. She explained she purposefully bought her home in Brooklyn Center so their taxes would go toward rebuilding the community. She joined the Cultural and Public Arts Commission, but it lacks full community representation. Brooklyn Center's three largest groups of people are African Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, and Asians. The city needs to build up the next generation. Council representation is important. Mayor Graves thanked Sabra for her comments. Councilmember Kragness stated Sabra was well-spoken and encouraged her to speak more. Page 10 of 93 3/24/25 -2- DRAFT Councilmember Kragness moved, and Councilmember Moore seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 7:18 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 5. INVOCATION Mayor Graves noted Councilmember Moore has opted out of participating in the Invocation. She asked if Councilmember Moore wanted to explain her reasoning. Councilmember Moore stated she didn't want to explain her reasoning. Councilmember Moore asked for Mayor Graves to read the decorum document before the Invocation. Mayor Graves stated she would not. Councilmember Moore stated that the Council had agreed upon it. Mayor Graves stated it wasn't voted on by the Council and it isn't a requirement. Councilmember Moore stated the Mayor cannot unilaterally decide to neglect decorum. Mayor Graves stated they didn't vote on the matter. Councilmember Moore asked for Dr. Edwards to comment on the concern. Mayor Graves explained that the staff had prepared the document and presented it to the Council in 2022 or 2023. Dr. Edwards stated staff developed the decorum document when Chamber safety was being readdressed. It has been the practice to read the decorum. Mayor Graves reiterated there wasn't a formal vote on the matter. She has chosen to stop reading the document regarding decorum because there isn't a Code of Conduct in place for the Council. Also, she doesn't agree with all of the language used in the decorum document. There weren't any issues during the Informal Open Forum. Councilmember Moore stated she would call for a Point of Order with any snapping or comments from the audience. It is unfortunate that the Mayor made the unilateral decision, considering she talks up collaboration and compromise. Mayor Graves stated she is still conducting the meeting with a high level of decorum. Councilmember Jerzak asked if the Council could see if there's a consensus about the decorum document. Mayor Graves stated she would be open to a discussion about the decorum document along with a Code of Conduct for the Council. It is unfair to hold the community to one standard and the Council to a different standard. It is hypocritical. She is committed to upholding her own values and maintaining decorum in the meeting. Councilmember Kragness noted International Women's Day was March 8, 2025, and recognizes gender equality, reproductive rights, and more. She read a poem by Ayesha Islam, "Let's flap our wings and fly together, break the chains of patriarchy forever. We stand united, hand in hand, no longer silent; we take a stand. We need more women in leadership roles, their ideas, their vision, and their goals. We own our bodies; we own our minds; we leave oppression far behind. We lift Page 11 of 93 3/24/25 -3- DRAFT each other up, we amplify our voice, we fight for our rights and our choice. Together, we'll reach the highest of heights and achieve our goals with all our might. Let's build a world where love conquers hate and create a future we'll all celebrate. Not just a dream, but a reality to see, where women are truly, completely free." 6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Graves noted there was a minor change to the Consent Agenda to add 6i. Commission Appointments. Councilmember Jerzak moved, and Mayor Graves seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, as amended, and the following consent items were approved: 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. March 10, 2025 – Study Session 2. March 10, 2025 – Regular Session 3. March 10, 2025 – Work/EDA Session 6b. LICENSES MECHANICAL KAB Plumbing LLC 20725 196th Avenue NW Big Lake 55309 HOSPITALITY ACCOMMODATIONS Super 8 6445 James Circle N RENTAL INITIAL (TYPE IV – six-month license) 1201 57th Avenue N Edward L Doll & Wife 5301 Dupont Avenue N Venus Tomlinson & DeRoi Tomlinson RENEWAL (TYPE IV – six-month license) 1713 70th Avenue N Larkin Street Homes 5323 Brooklyn Boulevard Cosco Property 3 Llc 5524 Humboldt Avenue N LARKIN STREET HOMES 6800 Dupont Avenue N Caml Llc 6831 Drew Avenue N David A Gardner 7143 France Avenue N Caml Llc Page 12 of 93 3/24/25 -4- DRAFT RENEWAL (TYPE III – one-year license) 700 66th Avenue N Georgetown-bc Company Lllp 6737 Humboldt Avenue N Humboldt Square Ventures Llc 4418 65th Avenue N Blanca S Sanchez Miranda 6331 Indiana Avenue N Ih3 Property Minnesota Lp 6642 Camden Drive Joby John & Resmy Kurian 7217 Camden Avenue N Ih3 Property Minnesota Lp RENEWAL (TYPE II – two-year license) 407 70th Avenue N Gary F Brummer 5818 Humboldt Avenue N Jay B Olson/kristin E Olson RENEWAL (TYPE I – three-year license) 5329 Brooklyn Boulevard Tech Pheng Ung & Thu Kim Ung 2833 67th Lane N Roth Wagner 2 Llc 3007 Ohenry Road Ih3 Property Minnesota Lp 4112 61st Avenue N Christina Trang Duong 5353 72nd Circle D Gilbert/b Notenberg Et A 5548 Lilac Drive N Prosperous Property LLC 7013 Fremont Avenue N Ih2 Property Illinois Lp 6c. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-033 AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR THE HENNEPIN YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAM GRANT 6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-034 SUPPORTING THE PURSUIT OF A MINNESOTA'S ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND GRANT FOR LAND ACQUISITION OF NINE PARCELS LOCATED AT 1000, 1020, 1050, 1100, AND 1150 SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING FOR THE PURPOSE OF DAY-LIGHTING SHINGLE CREEK Page 13 of 93 3/24/25 -5- DRAFT 6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-035 ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING A CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2025-02 67TH AVE N AND JAMES AVE N MILL & OVERLAY 6f. AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN PORTION OF A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT WITHIN LOT 1, BLOCK 1 OF THE PLAT OF STEEN ADDITION IN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA (1ST READING) 6g. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-036 ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2021-05, BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR PROJECT PHASE 2 IMPROVEMENTS (VEGETATION RESTORATION) 6h. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-037 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT, PROJECT NO. 2025-01, WELL NO. 11: WELL AND PUMPHOUSE 6i. COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS Motion passed unanimously. 7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS 7a. GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY PROCLAMATION This item was addressed after 7c—Proclamation Recognizing the 70th Anniversary of the Lions Club of Brooklyn Center. 7b. NATIONAL ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH PROCLAMATION This item was addressed after 7a. Greek Independence Day Proclamation, which was addressed after 7c. Proclamation Recognizing the 70th Anniversary of the Lions Club of Brooklyn Center. 7c. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING THE 70TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LIONS CLUB OF BROOKLYN CENTER Mayor Graves read in full a Proclamation recognizing the 70th Anniversary of the Lions Club of Brooklyn Center. Councilmember Jerzak moved, and Councilmember Kragness seconded to accept the Proclamation Recognizing the 70th Anniversary of the Lions Club of Brooklyn Center. Motion passed unanimously. Page 14 of 93 3/24/25 -6- DRAFT 7a. GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY PROCLAMATION – continued Mayor Graves read in full a Proclamation recognizing Greek Independence Day. Councilmember Kragness moved, and Mayor Graves seconded to accept the Greek Independence Day Proclamation. Motion passed unanimously. 7b. NATIONAL ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH PROCLAMATION – continued Mayor Graves read in full a Proclamation recognizing National Arab American Heritage Month. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved, and Councilmember Jerzak seconded to accept the National Arab American Heritage Month Proclamation. Motion passed unanimously. 7d. BROOKLYN CENTER EXPANDED RESPONSE PILOT REPORT City Manager Reggie Edwards introduced the item and invited LaToya Turk, Director of Community Prevention, Health & Safety. Ms. Turk explained the Expanded Response Pilot Program constitutes a strategic initiative designed to address community and public safety needs through best practice approaches. It integrates multifaceted responses to underlying issues identified in Brooklyn Center, encompassing public safety, health, and social services. This structured approach aims to enhance community resilience and support multidimensional well-being. Ms. Turk stated the primary objectives include striving for enhanced public safety, fostering community cohesion, and improving health outcomes. The program's goals are framed within measurable parameters that allow for continuous assessment and adaptation, thus ensuring alignment with community needs and expectations. Ms. Turk noted that in the context of Brooklyn Center, the program services are a crucial mechanism to bridge identified systemic gaps. The initiative stands to promote community wellness, enhance local partnerships, and create a scalable model that could inform broader applications across similar communities. Ms. Turk stated the framework is to deploy the best-fit responder to behavioral health-related 911 calls, improve access to mental health and social services, build community trust in emergency response systems, reduce repeat emergency calls for the same individuals, and reduce load for responding departments. Page 15 of 93 3/24/25 -7- DRAFT Ms. Turk pointed out the goal is to offer a system that residents can easily understand, quickly matches needs to the appropriate resources, offers support following the initial episode, uses critical resources effectively, is tailored to individual needs and cultural norms, and improves the community's health and safety. Ms. Turk explained the Police Department, Fire Department, communications Staff, and the Parks and Recreation Department are all involved in the program. The program was rolled out in a phased approach. The timeline facilitates clear tracking of progress and provides flexibility for feedback as challenges and successes arise. Ms. Turk added that collaboration with a diverse range of stakeholders, including local government, community organizations, law enforcement, and residents, is foundational. Each stakeholder contributes unique insights and resources, fostering a synergistic environment that enhances program efficacy and community trust. Ms. Turk stated financial, staff, and technical resources have been allocated to the program to ensure that each component of the program is adequately supported. The provision enables effective implementation and serves as a model for future resource mobilization strategies with similar initiatives. Ms. Turk explained that, so far, 152 individuals have been served through the program. About 45 percent of calls involved social worker contact without a need for law enforcement follow-up. The primary reasons for contact were mental health, with 42 contacts; mental health and substance use disorder, with 14 contacts; and homelessness, with at least 12 contacts. Transportation was provided in 45 percent of cases to hospitals, shelters, or other locations. Traditional responders are unable to provide transportation. There were a total of 331 referrals, and 111 individuals received service referrals. The referrals included 61 to mental health services, 46 to housing services, 43 to basic needs services, and 28 to transportation. Ms. Turk noted there were some challenges, such as a staffing gap because high referral demand requires more social workers. There needs to be an increase in community awareness because some residents are still reluctant to call 911 to access the program. Data sharing and tracking can limit real-time evaluation. There is also the challenge of sustainability because the current success depends on limited funding. Ms. Turk stated that the current cost for each employee in the program is $87,000 to $102,000. A majority of the program is currently funded through grants. Ms. Turk added the next phase will be rolling out the second phase. This phase will increase staff capacity and extend operational hours. They plan to develop public education campaigns on the expanded response services, deepen partnerships with housing, workforce, and youth services, secure long-term funding to institutionalize the pilot and use data dashboards for real-time impact reporting. Ms. Turk stated that residents shared gratitude for the alternative response, and families reported Page 16 of 93 3/24/25 -8- DRAFT feeling safer and heard. There is a live survey that will be reported back to the Council once it closes. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked for a copy of the PowerPoint. Ms. Turk stated she would provide a copy to the Council. Councilmember Moore asked how much money had been spent and what it had been spent on. Ms. Turk stated the Hennepin County model costs about $89,000 per year. For Canopy Roots, they purchased a vehicle, hired employees, obtained office space, and did some branding and marketing. They plan to start their services on April 7, 2025. Councilmember Jerzak noted a challenge is keeping a client engaged after giving a referral. He asked if there would be metrics to measure the complete circle of services. Councilmember Kragness asked if the team would provide transportation to a clinic for someone who may have COVID-19. Ms. Turk stated that 911 calls activate the response team, and it is unlikely that this scenario would warrant a 911 call. However, they are collaborating with other community organizations to get folks connected to a resource that would help with the issue, such as the scenario mentioned by Councilmember Kragness. Councilmember Moore asked if the 331 individuals are receiving services elsewhere, such as through the County or other service providers. She asked if the work was being duplicated. Ms. Turk stated there were 111 unique individuals served. Forty-five percent of the calls did not require law enforcement follow-up. Councilmember Moore asked if the responders were checking to see if the callers had a case worker or other resources already in place. Mayor Graves stated there were 331 referrals, and 111 received services. One hundred fifty-two individuals were served. The numbers are very positive. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked if the statistics shared were from the Hennepin County model. Ms. Turk confirmed that was correct. Councilmember Jerzak noted group homes generate a high number of service calls. He stated he would like to know how many calls come from group homes. The calls are a concern for the Council. Ms. Turk explained they are tracking group home calls, and it will be included in the dashboard once it goes live. Councilmember Moore expressed her support for diverting calls from law enforcement to better- suited responders. Sustainability is something to consider. Mayor Graves moved and Councilmember Kragness seconded to accept the presentation. Motion passed unanimously. Page 17 of 93 3/24/25 -9- DRAFT Mayor Graves called for a short recess at 7:48 p.m. Mayor Graves recalled the meeting at 8:00 p.m. 7e. POLICE DEPARTMENT UPDATE Police Chief Garett Flesland explained that six officers and one records technician had been hired in 2024. One sergeant was promoted. There are seven officer vacancies and two sergeant vacancies. Chief Flesland showed a graph showing the number of sworn staff from 2014 to 2024. In October 2021 and April 2022, they hit a low of 34 sworn officers. He showed a graph with calls for service since 2010. The calls for service have been steadily increasing since 2021. Chief Flesland showed a chart with the number of sworn staff and the calls per officer from 2014 to 2024. Their officers are busier now than they have been in the past. Chief Flesland showed a table comparing Part 1 and Part 2 Crimes from the Uniform Crime Report. There was a slight increase in violent crime in 2024. Chief Flesland showed various tables with the new NIBRS data categories. There are three main groups: crimes against persons, crimes against society, and crimes against property. Chief Flesland showed pie charts with the three NIBRS category groups over the past three years. There have not been significant changes other than an increase in crimes against persons. Chief Flesland showed a graph showing the number of violent crimes from 1990 through 2024. There has been a significant increase in violent crimes since 2019. Chief Flesland showed a chart with gun violence numbers from 2021 to 2024. The only increase since 2023 was in the category of shots fired incidents without damage or injuries. Chief Flesland showed a pie chart of robberies by type and a graph of robberies by month. There was a 93 percent decrease in carjackings from 2023 to 2024. Chief Flesland showed a pie chart of aggravated assaults by type and a graph of aggravated assaults by month. There was a 15 percent increase in aggravated domestic assaults from 2023 to 2024. The change is not unique to Brooklyn Center. Chief Flesland showed a pie chart of burglary by type and a graph of burglary by month. There was an increase of 42 percent in business burglaries, including shoplifting incidents where the suspect had previously trespassed. Chief Flesland showed a pie chart of theft by type and a graph of theft by month. There was a 55 percent increase in shoplifting from 2023 to 2024. Chief Flesland showed a pie chart of vehicle theft by make and a graph of vehicle thefts by month. Page 18 of 93 3/24/25 -10- DRAFT Hyundai and Kia vehicles accounted for 51 percent of auto thefts in 2024. Chief Flesland showed graphs of calls for service by type from 2017 to 2024 for shots heard, mental problems and welfare checks, and group homes. He noted the term "mental problem" is used because it aligns with dispatch codes. Chief Flesland showed pie charts with violent crime victim demographics in 2024. In comparison to 2021, the number of senior victims increased by five percent, and the number of minor victims decreased. As for gender, male victims decreased by four percent. In terms of race, White victims decreased by 12 percent while African American victims increased by four percent, and unknown race victims increased by four percent. Chief Flesland showed pie charts with violent crime arrest demographics in 2024. In comparison to 2021, the number of arrestees aged 25 to 34 increased by 13 percent, the senior arrestees decreased by seven percent, and the number of arrestees aged 18 to 24 decreased. As for gender, the percentages were relatively unchanged. In terms of race, White arrestees increased by four percent, Asian arrestees decreased by five percent, and unknown race arrestees increased. Chief Flesland explained there are a number of goals for the Police Department in 2025. First, they hope to reduce crime and promote community safety through executing a Brooklyn Center Crime Reduction Plan and strengthening community policing and crime prevention efforts. Other City Departments are now involved in crime reduction meetings. Chief Flesland stated they continue to seek out collaborations with local businesses to address vandalism or other crimes that inhibit economic growth. They engage with community programs in the name of crime prevention, and they plan to expand community engagement efforts that have shown effectiveness in building community trust. Chief Flesland noted that a second goal is regarding officer and department wellness. They hope to increase officer safety and well-being, expand mental health training, grow the peer support program, further review policies, and strengthen leadership development and employee engagement through ownership and empowerment. They will continue the cadet program and are seeking out additional strategies to promote retention. Chief Flesland added that the third goal is to ensure responsible budget management and operational efficiency to support financial sustainability within the department. They are seeking out grants, programs, and other alternative funding opportunities. The department works closely with the Finance Department and aims to decrease overtime expenditures. Chief Flesland explained the fourth goal addresses public safety technology and innovation. The department will deploy City cameras strategically to support patrol and investigation capabilities, continue to build and refine digital forensic investigation capabilities and explore and implement new technologies that enhance officer and community safety, along with operational efficiency. Technology increases accessibility through Language Line and online reporting. Evidence and documents are being converted into electronic formats, the fleets have been updated, and they will Page 19 of 93 3/24/25 -11- DRAFT install updates for the camera software. Chief Flesland stated they also aim to enhance internal and external communication, provide timely updates to the Council, utilize social media and the website for external communication, audit the property and evidence audit, and transition to new software to track the city's use of force data. Councilmember Jerzak asked if there was a specific reason for the dramatic decrease in carjackings. Chief Flesland stated he doesn't have one specific reason. Carjackings have received more attention throughout the Metro. The Police Department utilized grant funds to do proactive work regarding carjackings. There is also a more aggressive approach to finding stolen vehicles. New training and equipment have been adopted and implemented to pin in vehicles rather than participate in a chase. Councilmember Jerzak asked if the Street Crimes Unit will return; businesses have attributed a past decrease in crime to help from the Street Crimes Unit. Chief Flesland stated they are funded for the positions. He wants to hire officers to be proactive, but it might have a new name. The Police Department has been working with the Metro Transit Authority to define roles better as well. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked if the Police Department had received the drones they budgeted for. Chief Flesland stated they are still researching drones as the State has strict guidelines on drones. The Police Department is refining its policy before presenting it to the Council. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson pointed out Robbinsdale had to employ drones to assist with a drowning incident on Twin Lake. Chief Flesland noted there was an incident on Palmer Lake. He confirmed the Brooklyn Center Police Department had used drones from neighboring agencies multiple times. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked what Brooklyn Center can learn from other agencies. The drones could monitor Shingle Creek Crossing for theft. Chief Flesland explained that the State Statute really limits how police can employ drones. They can only respond to a specific incident rather than performing widespread monitoring. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked for an opportunity to learn more about drones and their capabilities. She asked where the drone money went. Chief Flesland stated the money is from PSA funds. Councilmember Kragness asked what the current Kia thefts are. Chief Flesland stated there hadn't been a dramatic decrease in Kia thefts, but he would provide the statistics to the Council within the week. Councilmember Kragness pointed out the White demographic is missing a percentage on the slide about violent crime arrest demographics. Chief Flesland had previously mentioned that there was Page 20 of 93 3/24/25 -12- DRAFT a 4 percent increase in White arrestees, but there is a math error. Chief Flesland explained that in 2021, White arrestees were only 16 percent of the arrests, while they were up to 20 percent of arrestees in 2024. Councilmember Kragness stated there is still an error with the math. Chief Flesland confirmed he would redo the math. Mayor Graves noted the Hennepin County Attorney is going to present to the Council on the work they have been doing. Mayor Graves asked about the similarities and differences between the police unions. She asked if the unions could impact the staffing gaps. Chief Flesland explained that LELS 82 represents the patrol officers and detectives, and LELS 86 represents the sergeants and commanders. There are nuances within the unions, but the expectations and benefits are somewhat comparable. Mayor Graves asked if the staffing levels are similar to the region, State, and Country. Chief Flesland confirmed the staffing levels are comparable. Some departments are better off, while others are worse off. Mayor Graves asked for statistics on the calls per officer in other jurisdictions. Chief Flesland stated he would have to look into the data. Mayor Graves noted she did a bit of research, and it seems fairly comparable. Mayor Graves pointed out there was a concern about a backlog of rape kits a few years back. She asked for an update. Chief Flesland stated that Brooklyn Center didn't have an issue with backlogs. He doesn't know about other jurisdictions, but he offered to look into it. Mayor Graves stated she did some research, and it appears the violent crime rate for Brooklyn Center is 3.59 per 1,000 residents. In Crystal, it is 2.78 per 1,000 residents. Robbinsdale was between Brooklyn Center and Crystal. Richfield was similar to Robbinsdale. Mayor Graves added it is concerning to see the increase in domestic aggravated assaults. She asked if there was a plan to address domestic violence. Chief Flesland stated they have previously utilized a Domestic Assault Response Team (DART). They have found that re-engaging with a victim of domestic violence within a day or two can provide more support to the victim and allow officers to collect more evidence. The Police Department works with Cornerstone to provide advocacy. They host office space for the advocate. There is a new executive director for Cornerstone, with whom Brooklyn Center will be meeting in the coming weeks. There isn't a written agreement regarding services provided, but they hope to codify it. Other organizations have felt similarly and want a written document as well. When staffing increases, they hope to restart DART. Mayor Graves asked if domestics have the highest number of calls for law enforcement. Chief Flesland stated it depends on how someone looks at the data. The data relies on CAD, but the CAD Page 21 of 93 3/24/25 -13- DRAFT doesn't always correctly code domestics. Mayor Graves noted her appreciation of the Police Department's proactive effort to address burglaries. She asked if law enforcement has worked to educate businesses about customer relationships, employee training, signage, locking up high-end items, using mirrors, and other prevention efforts. Chief Flesland stated the Community Development Department does a lot of prevention work through Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). Inter- departmental collaboration is key. Mayor Graves asked if there are more steering locks available for residents. Chief Flesland confirmed there are more steering locks available, and they aim to provide the resource to owners of Hyundais and Kias. Mayor Graves asked how calls with more than one element are tracked. For example, she would want the calls to group homes or domestic calls to be quantified. Chief Flesland explained there is potential duplication between the mental problem calls and group home calls. As for CAD data, it wouldn't track if something was a welfare check or a domestic one. It is a challenge. Mayor Graves asked if the Police Department is tracking the number of calls routed to the alternative response team. Chief Flesland noted the data is available in CAD. Mayor Graves requested the demographics broken down by type of crime, specifically for violent crime. Chief Flesland confirmed he would gather the data and provide it to the Council. Mayor Graves thanked Chief Flesland for the presentation. She expressed her gratitude for his leadership, the community collaboration, and the increased transparency. Councilmember Kragness pointed out that last year's presentation included a statistic showing that Brooklyn Center officers responded to more calls than nearby jurisdictions. She stated it would be interesting to see how the number has changed, considering there are more officers now. Chief Flesland explained that the calls for service have been increasing along with the number of officers. He didn't present it to the Council for the sake of time. He stated he would provide the entire presentation to the Council. Councilmember Kragness thanked Chief Flesland for his presentation and the work of his department. Chief Flesland added the department handles roughly 100 calls per day. Councilmember Kragness stated she would like to compare the statistics to those of neighboring cities. Councilmember Jerzak asked for an update in the weekly email because the BCBA was gone. He asked if the department could support the business meetings with the extra $18,000. Councilmember Jerzak requested additional data from Chief Flesland, including an approximate number of how many calls each officer handles per day in comparison with other cities. Chief Flesland stated he would try to gather the information and connect with Dr. Edwards about the Page 22 of 93 3/24/25 -14- DRAFT idea of hosting business meetings. Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Kragness seconded to accept the presentation. Motion passed unanimously. 7f. CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS Mayor Graves stated the item was already addressed. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS None. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS None. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. RESOLUTION NO. 2024-138 AMENDING THE ESTABLISHING RESOLUTION OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY SAFETY AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION COMMISSION AND DEFINING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES City Manager Reggie Edwards introduced the item and explained staff had been working to incorporate the feedback from the Council into Resolution 2024-138. Dr. Edwards explained the second "whereas" was rewritten to say, "on March 10, 2025, the Council amended the Act to reflect the current posture of the City of Brooklyn Center; and." The third "whereas" was rewritten to say, "the Council desires to memorialize the historical development of the Act and the establishment of the Community Safety and Violence Prevention Commission; and." He pointed out the change was implemented because the Council wanted to keep the history of the document. Dr. Edwards pointed out that the fifth "whereas" was returned to its original format in line with the memorialization effort. Dr. Edwards noted a "whereas" was added to say, "the City remains committed to putting in the work necessary to bring about changes as quickly as possible in how the City provides public safety while recognizing that some of these measures will take longer to implement than others and that additional work remains to be done to create a healthier and more equitable community; and." The following "whereas" says, "the City Council also desires to set forth the current vision and direction of the Commission with this amendment; and" which acts as a transition from the memorialized document to the new direction. Page 23 of 93 3/24/25 -15- DRAFT Dr. Edwards stated that the brunt of the comments from the Council was regarding duties and responsibilities. Under 4. Duties and Responsibilities, the original document had 13 points. The modified version has seven points to address some contentions from the Council, such as mission creep. Dr. Edwards explained that all commissions have core duties, such as completing tasks as directed by the Council, conducting research, collaborating with staff, and providing recommendations to the Council. It has no supervisory power or authority. Dr. Edwards noted that the original resolution recommended monitoring and execution of a comprehensive plan. The only Comprehensive Plan in Brooklyn Center belongs to Community Development. The intent may have been misunderstood, meaning that the Commission would have input into zoning or other community development topics. However, it was intended to refer to a comprehensive community safety plan. The proposed Commission would be able to provide input on any community safety plans. Dr. Edwards added that the stipulation regarding unions and bargaining agreements had been removed. Other duties and responsibilities were condensed and combined. Dr. Edwards stated there was also an edit regarding the 6—method of Selection. The section clarified that the Mayor may make recommendations to the Council, but it is still the Council's responsibility to approve any recommendations. Dr. Edwards stated under section 18. Ex Officio Members: it was unclear if the ex-officio members would extend beyond the Mayor. Like all City Commissions, there is a seated Councilmember who would serve as a liaison. Dr. Edwards added section 19. Neighborhoods were removed based on feedback from the Council. Other Commissions have similar language. Councilmember Kragness thanked staff for their work on the document and the effort to combine all of the comments from the numerous discussions on the item. She noted her appreciation of the document's uniformity with other Commission documents. Councilmember Kragness pointed out that the Council had previously reached a consensus to change "shall" to "may" in section 5—composition in order to avoid exclusion. Dr. Edwards confirmed that the staff would make the change. Councilmember Jerzak thanked staff for their effort. However, there are still issues with the document that he cannot support. For example, there are concerns with section 5. Composition related to non-voting members. He has provided his non-negotiables both verbally and in written format to both Staff and Council. His non-negotiables are reflective of constituent input. Councilmember Jerzak pointed out he entered into discussions in good faith and with the hope of reaching a compromise. However, they have failed to reach a middle ground. Page 24 of 93 3/24/25 -16- DRAFT Mayor Graves stated at the previous meeting that the Council directed staff to make changes to the document where the Council had reached a consensus—section 5. Composition was not one of those areas, and she had planned for further discussion on the topic. Councilmember Jerzak stated he would participate in further discussion and thanked Mayor Graves for recognizing his point of view. Mayor Graves asked Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson if she had any comments. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she wasn't prepared to comment. Mayor Graves stated her understanding of Councilmember Jerzak's issue with section 5. Composition is the piece that allows four non-resident, non-voting members to participate. Councilmember Jerzak confirmed that is one of his issues. He explained non-residents may provide expertise to the Commission, but they shouldn't have a position on the Commission. The only other Commissions that allow non-resident members are the Sister City Commission and the Public and Cultural Arts Commission, neither of which he had a say in. The Commissions should be consistent across the city. Mayor Graves suggested three of the four affiliate members be representatives of different sectors that may or may not be residents. Potential sectors could be a business owner, a representative of a school district, an environmental expert, or a civil rights or legal expert. One of the four positions could be a flexible role to fill in any expertise or experience lacking from the rest of the Commission. Councilmember Jerzak stated there isn't anything currently to stop those sectors from meeting. He said he couldn't agree with Mayor Graves. Mayor Graves pointed out it is best practice to include experts. Councilmember Moore thanked various Staff members who collaborated on the document. Councilmember Moore noted her disagreement with a portion of the second "whereas," stating, "to reflect the current posture of the City of Brooklyn Center." For the third "whereas," she pointed out that the Council reached a unanimous consensus to stop discussing the Daunte Wright and Kobe Dimock-Heisler Community Safety and Violence Prevention Act. Councilmember Moore stated Emerging BC and the Implementation Committee was a multi-year effort that gathered a wealth of knowledge and worked with several experts. She stated she is opposed to any non-voting Commissioners on any Brooklyn Center Commissions. She added the Commission should be open to any residents of Brooklyn Center without reference to three systems, referring to section 5. Composition. Councilmember Moore reiterated she isn't in support of the Commission. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated the document has improved, but there are still concerns. The Commission shouldn't be able to review collective bargaining agreements. Mayor Graves stated that it is in a previous version. Page 25 of 93 3/24/25 -17- DRAFT Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she is on page 107 of 113. Dr. Edwards explained that the document includes the original "whereas" statements in an effort to memorialize it. However, the document explains that the Council is implementing new statements. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated page 107 allows the proposed Commission to review collective bargaining agreements. Mayor Graves stated from the top of page 107 that it says, "whereas, the Council wishes to amend Resolution No. 2024-138 as set out below" is from the original document. After that, whereas statement lists the amendments and what the resolution would actually impose. Dr. Edwards stated on page 100 that it is indicated where the review of the collective bargaining agreement was removed from the list of 4 - duties and Responsibilities under item l. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated the printout from 10a. Council Consideration Items shows the red edits, but page 107 says, "amending." Mayor Graves asked for the City Attorney to speak on the matter. City Attorney Siobhan Tolar explained the clean version of the document, which starts on page 107, starts by reflecting on the previous conversations and iterations of the Commission. The goal was to memorialize the Daunte Wright and Kobe Dimock-Heisler Community Safety and Violence Prevention Act and the previous resolution. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson pointed out that the clean version of 107 still mentions collective bargaining. Ms. Tolar explained that the document is laid out similarly to a story. The first "whereas" statement tells the history of the Daunte Wright and Kobe Dimock-Heisler Community Safety and Violence Prevention Act. The "present" portion of the story begins on page 108, which presents what the Council wants to do moving forward. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated on page 104, Under section 4. Duties and Responsibilities subsection a. calls for the Commission to "develop, advise, recommend, and, upon adoption by the City Council, monitor the execution of a comprehensive Community Safety and Health Plan." She explained she disagreed with that statement. Councilmember Kragness reiterated the new proposed Commission is new. There are non-voting members on other Commissions. It is not fair for Councilmembers to use their past experiences as reasoning for the new Commission. If they were to remove non-voting members, people would still be able to attend the meeting and provide comments. Councilmember Kragness added the Commission is a volunteer role. It doesn't make sense to inhibit experts from providing volunteer service to Brooklyn Center. Councilmember Moore asked if the Council was ready to vote. Mayor Graves noted it appears three of the five Councilmembers have made up their mind and aren't going to support the Commission no matter how many edits are made. Page 26 of 93 3/24/25 -18- DRAFT Mayor Graves asked if Councilmember Jerzak would support the proposal if the non-voting members were removed. Councilmember Jerzak stated he has submitted his objections in multiple written statements. He previously cited concerns about mission creep, which decreased but then increased again. He explained he is not opposed to a future iteration of the document, but he does not presently support the Commission. Mayor Graves asked if Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson would support the proposal if the non-voting members were removed. She also asked if Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson opposes the Commission because they would be asked to provide input on a Community Safety and Health Plan. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she doesn't support the Commission. Mayor Graves asked why Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson doesn't support the Commission. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she doesn't have to say why she doesn't support the Commission. There were inaudible comments from the audience. Councilmember Moore called for a point of order. She stated that the Mayor had hushed Kevin and Jeff at a previous meeting when they were whispering in the back and added that it was a business meeting. Councilmember Kragness pointed out that she supports any experts coming into Brooklyn Center and provides volunteer input to benefit the city. They have talked about transparency and healing, but the Council isn't even open to residents offering to help rebuild Brooklyn Center. Mayor Graves expressed her agreement with Councilmember Kragness. She added that many other cities have similar advisory bodies and that they have not had an issue with accepting help. The Council does not represent the Brooklyn Center community, which is predominantly made up of people of color. Councilmember Moore tried to speak. Mayor Graves stated she was speaking. Councilmember Moore excused Mayor Graves. Mayor Graves stated she did not acknowledge Councilmember Moore. Councilmember Moore asked if Mayor Graves was going to throw the gavel at her. Mayor Graves asked if Councilmember Moore wanted the gavel to be thrown at her. Councilmember Moore asked why Mayor Graves picked up the gavel. Mayor Graves hit the gavel on the desk and said she picked up the gavel to hit the desk. Mayor Graves pointed out she had never had to use the gavel before. She noted Councilmember Moore didn't call for a point of order, and she wasn't acknowledged for speaking. Mayor Graves told Councilmember Moore to stop interrupting her and stated Councilmember Moore was being disrespectful. Councilmember Moore stated she is also feeling disrespected. Mayor Graves stated she is still the presiding officer, and she must recognize people before they may speak. Councilmember Moore stated she can speak when she calls for a point of order. Mayor Graves asked what her point of order was. She stated she doesn't want to argue with Page 27 of 93 3/24/25 -19- DRAFT Councilmember Moore at every meeting. She pointed out that Councilmember Moore regularly interrupts Mayor Graves, and it is usually ignored. Councilmember Moore told Mayor Graves she needed to conduct the meeting with decorum in mind. Mayor Graves stated she conducted the meeting with decorum until Councilmember Moore arrived. Councilmember Moore asked how the motion should be worded. Mayor Graves asked what her motion was. Councilmember Moore asked Dr. Edwards how the motion should be worded. Dr. Edwards stated the conversation seems to show Councilmember Moore would like to make a motion not to accept the resolution. Councilmember Moore moved, and Councilmember Jerzak seconded not to adopt the modified RESOLUTION NO. 2024-138, a Resolution Establishing the Brooklyn Center Community Safety and Violence Prevention Commission. Ms. Tolar asked what the goal of the motion was. Councilmember Moore stated she tried to ask how to make the motion. Ms. Tolar stated she was trying to answer. She asked if they were trying to repeal the resolution or not accept the amendments. Dr. Edwards stated the proposed resolution is only an amendment. The motion made by Councilmember Moore does not support the proposed amendments. However, there is still an existing resolution. Councilmember Kragness and Mayor Graves voted against the same. Motion passed. Councilmember Moore asked if they would need a motion to repeal Resolution 2024-138. Dr. Edwards stated the motion isn't on the agenda, so it would have to be on a future agenda. 11. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: •Noted: bulky waste curbside cleanup will be done in Brooklyn Center at the beginning of April. Mayor Graves reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: •Participated in a Youth Pathways to Careers education series at FAIR Middle School. She thanked the staff that supported the effort. •Participated in goal-setting for the City Manager. Page 28 of 93 3/24/25 -20- DRAFT •Attended the CD5 Iftar Dinner with Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. •Recorded the Mayor's Minutes. •Recorded a video for Strong Cities. •Met with a community member. •Met with Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and Dr. Edwards about advocating for Brooklyn Center. •Attended the Welcome for the Clerks Conference at the Heritage Center. •Attended the police swearing-in ceremony. •Met one-on-one with Dr. Edwards. •Attended the Strong Cities learning module. •Met with an organization and the Deputy City Manager about solar gardens. •Attended an Iftar Dinner hosted by other Mayors. •Attended an Iftar Dinner with Councilmember Kragness and other Staff in Brooklyn Center. Councilmember Jerzak stated he had a question, but it wasn't the proper time. 12. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Kragness seconded the adjournment of the City Council meeting at 9:24 p.m. Councilmember Jerzak asked if adjourning the meeting would prohibit him from asking a question. Mayor Graves asked what the question was regarding. Councilmember Jerzak stated there is a 45- day freeze on Resolution 2024-138. They need to either extend the freeze or repeal the resolution altogether. Mayor Graves stated it is his prerogative to bring up the item at a future Council meeting. Councilmember Jerzak stated the freeze would have expired at that time. Dr. Edwards noted his understanding that the 45-day extension was meant to allow for more discussion, which culminated in a proposed amendment to the resolution and subsequently failed. Thereby, the extension would no longer exist because it served its purpose. Councilmember Jerzak stated the item isn't on the agenda. If the extension is expired, then the Council must vote to repeal it in two weeks. Mayor Graves confirmed it is Councilmember Jerzak's prerogative to call for a repeal, just like he did for the Code of Conduct. Councilmember Jerzak asked why they couldn't address the item at the present meeting. Mayor Graves stated it is because they are in the Regular Session instead of the Study Session. Mayor Graves asked if Councilmember Jerzak is concerned that staff will unilaterally lift up the Commission within two weeks before it can be repealed. She noted it would be a waste of staff's time. Page 29 of 93 3/24/25 -21- DRAFT Councilmember Jerzak stated he is trying to follow the rules. Mayor Graves stated the City Attorney previously confirmed the item could be brought up at the next meeting. Motion passed unanimously. Page 30 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 4/14/2025 TO: City Council FROM: Shannon Pettit, Deputy City Clerk THROUGH: Barb Suciu, City Clerk BY: Shannon Pettit, Deputy City Clerk SUBJECT: Approval of Licenses Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve the licenses as presented. Background: The following businesses/persons have applied for City licenses as noted. Each business/person has fulfilled the requirements of the City Ordinance governing respective licenses, submitted appropriate applications, and paid proper fees. Applicants for rental dwelling licenses are in compliance with Chapter 12 of the City Code of Ordinances unless comments are noted below the property address on the attached rental report. Mechanical A&E Heating & Air Conditioning 1841 161st Ln NE, Ham Lake 55304 Woodbury HVAC Service@q.com 14720 5th St S., Afton 55001 Sign Hanger’s Signcrafter’s Outdoor 14050 Lincoln St. NE, Ham Lake 55304 Hospitality Accommodations Travelodge 6415 James Circle N Motor Vehicle Licenses Luther Honda 6800 Brooklyn Blvd Luther Mazda Mitshubishi 4435 68th Ave N Brookdale Toyota 6700 Brooklyn Blvd Luther Volkswagon 6801 Brooklyn Blvd Luther Chevrolet 6701 Brooklyn Blvd Luther Buick GMC 4301 68th Ave N Page 31 of 93 Amusement Devices BC Community Center 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Rental Criteria 2. For Council Approval 4.14.25 FOR COUNCIL 3.11 to 4.1 Page 32 of 93 Page 2 of 2 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 3+ units Greater than 3 Page 33 of 93 Location Address License Subtype Renewal/Initial Owner Property Code Violations License Type Police CFS* Final License Type** Previous License Type*** Consecutive Type IV's 4201 Lakeside Ave N, #108 Condo Initial Kerwin Ness & Sheryl Ness 5 Type II N/A Type II N/A N/A 819 Woodbine La Single Initial CAG MINNESOTA FUND II LLC 4 Type II N/A Type II N/A N/A 6015 Dupont Ave N Single Initial CAG MINNESOTA FUND II LLC 3 Type II N/A Type II N/A N/A 6125 Emerson Ave N Single Initial MAI HER & TOU LEE 1 Type I N/A Type II N/A N/A 6300 Kyle Ave N Single Initial Kyle Substad 0 Type I N/A Type II N/A N/A 6700 Humboldt Ave N Multiple Family 4 Bldgs 54 Units Renewal Mimg Clxxxiv Sterling Sq Sub Met Requirements 124 = 2.3 per unit Type III 0 Type III Type III N/A 6710 Orchard La Multiple Family 10 Bldgs 52 Units Renewal Marvin Gardens Townhomes Lp Met Requirements 78 = 1.5 per unit Type II 0 Type II Type IV N/A 7240 West River Rd Multiple Family 1 Bldg 7 Units Renewal Nedzad Ceric Met Requirements 2 = 0.28 per unit Type I 0 Type I Type III N/A 5336 Russell Ave N Two Family Renewal CHRISTOPHER M BARNARD Did not meet requirements 0 Type I 0 Type IV Type IV 2 4201 Lakeside Ave N, #117 Condo Renewal Jacqueline M Lanerd Et Al Tr 1 Type I 0 Type I Type I N/A 807 Woodbine La Single Renewal J P Green & E E Green 3 Type II 0 Type II Type I N/A 818 Woodbine La Single Renewal QZ Funding LLC Met Requirements 12 Type IV 0 Type IV Type III 0 3224 62nd Ave N Single Renewal Laura A Mills Did not meet requirements 0 Type I 0 Type IV Type IV 2 3821 Oak St Single Renewal Biota Holdings, LLC 1 Type I 0 Type I Type II N/A 4007 Joyce La Single Renewal John Jorgensen Met Requirements 1 Type I 0 Type I Type IV N/A 4112 Woodbine La Single Renewal Shoua Vang & Nancy Xiong 5 Type II 0 Type II Type II N/A 5043 Brooklyn Blvd Single Renewal Thr Property Illinois L P 1 Type I 0 Type I Type II N/A 5300 Colfax Ave N Single Renewal Thao Pha Met Requirements 5 Type II 0 Type II Type IV N/A 5301 France Ave N Single Renewal Juniper Land Trust Llc Did not meet requirements 1 Type I 0 Type IV Type IV 6 Rental Licenses for Council Approval 4.14.25 Page 34 of 93 5350 Logan Ave N Single Renewal Ccf3 Llc Met Requirements 6 Type III 0 Type III Type III N/A 5410 France Ave N Single Renewal SFR BORROWER 2022-1 LLC Did not meet requirements 3 Type II 0 Type IV Type IV 5556 Emerson Ave N Single Renewal Thomas D Belting Met Requirements 15 Type IV 0 Type IV Type III 0 5801 Irving Ave N Single Renewal Ih3 Property Minnesota Lp 1 Type I 0 Type I Type II N/A 6206 Brooklyn Blvd Single Renewal Paul Yang Did not meet requirements 6 Type III 0 Type IV Type IV 2 6342 June Ave N Single Renewal D A Swartout Jr/t L Swartout 7 Type III 0 Type III Type II N/A 6430 Major Ave N Single Renewal CHRISTAL PACHEE HER Met Requirements 0 Type I 0 Type I Type III N/A 6633 Xerxes Pl N Single Renewal BEREKET S GEBREMARIAM Met Requirements 0 Type I 0 Type I Type III N/A 6712 Beard Ave N Single Renewal Mlmjr Properties & Invst Llc Did not meet requirements 2 Type I 0 Type IV Type IV 6725 Bryant Ave N Single Renewal Vong Duong Did not meet requirements 4 Type II 0 Type IV Type IV 7 6907 Palmer Lake Dr W Single Renewal JULIA A CELLERI MERCHAN & MIGUEL RIERA Met Requirements 4 Type II 0 Type II Type IV N/A 7131 Ewing Ave N Single Renewal The Next Edison Trust Did not meet requirements 1 Type I 0 Type IV Type IV 3 7243 Riverdale Rd Single Renewal Ih2 Property Illinois Lp Did not meet requirements 2 Type I 0 Type IV Type IV 3 *CFS = Calls for service for renewal licenses only (Initial licenses are not applicable to CFS and will be listed as N/A) **License type being issued ***Initial licenses will not show a Type I = 3 year, Type II = 2 year, Type III = 1 year, Type IV = 6 month All properties are current on City utilities and property taxes Page 35 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 4/14/2025 TO: City Council FROM: Garett Flesland, Chief of Police THROUGH: Reggie Edwards, City Manager BY: Garett Flesland, Chief of Police SUBJECT: Resolution Accepting the FY2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) and Authorizing Execution of the Agreement Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a Resolution Accepting the FY2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) and Authorizing Execution of the Agreement Background: This is a Justice Assistance Grant that the city has been regularly receiving since 2012. It provides funds for a portion of a Records Technician position within the Police Department whose responsibilities include juvenile case manager functions. These functions include tracking and maintaining juvenile caseloads; contacting and coordinating with parents; notifying schools of juvenile offenses; and maintaining related databases. Budget Issues: Receiving this grant helps reduce the amount of city funds required to support one of the full-time records technician employees. Inclusive Community Engagement: N/A Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: N/A Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. DRAFT resolution for portion of records spot Page 36 of 93 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-___ A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE FY2024 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center has been a participating recipient of the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program funding since 2012; and WHEREAS, the FY2024 JAG grant is administered through a cooperative agreement with Hennepin County, which serves as the fiscal agent for the cities of Brooklyn Center, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Minneapolis, and Richfield; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center has been awarded $15,722.50 in JAG funds for the grant period beginning October 1, 2023 and ending September 30, 2027 (Contract PR00006795); and WHEREAS, the funding will be used to partially reimburse salary and benefit expenses for a Police Department records technician currently supporting juvenile records management and related duties, continuing the City’s longstanding use of this grant to support administrative and juvenile justice functions within the department; and WHEREAS, this resolution is required due to new documentation submitted for the FY2024 award and to authorize execution of the updated cooperative agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that: 1. The City of Brooklyn Center formally accepts the FY2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant in the amount of $15,722.50. 2. The City Manager is authorized to execute the FY2024 grant agreement and any amendments or documents necessary to implement and administer the grant on behalf of the City. Adopted this ___ day of ___________, 2025. ______________________________ Mayor April Graves ATTEST: ______________________________ Barbara Suciu, City Clerk Page 37 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 4/14/2025 TO: City Council FROM: Krystin Eldridge, Associate Planner THROUGH: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director BY: Krystin Eldridge, Associate Planner SUBJECT: Resolution Identifying the Need for LCA Predevelopment Funding and Authorizing an Application for Grant Funds for Morty's Bark and Brew Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a resolution identifying the need for Met Council Livable Communities Demonstrations Account-Development funding and authorizing the submission for grant funds Morty’s Bark and Brew Background: On January 13, Chutima (“Air”) Gustafson of Morty’s Bark & Brew, LLC (the “Developer” or “Applicant”) submitted a proposal to purchase approximately 2.5 Acres of the Subject Property to construct a brewery and tasting room, approximately 7,500 square feet, with an out-door, off-leash dog park. The Council generally supported the effort with the understanding that there was still a need for a development agreement before the project could move forward. The Developer is seeking predevelopment funding to assist in activities like acquisition, architectural design, and financial modeling. The City would apply on behalf of Morty’s Bark and Brew to the Metropolitan Council’s LCA’s Predevelopment fund to address activities related directly to development of the site, prior to beginning construction. The grant is allocated every year in two rounds beginning in spring and is highly competitive for real estate development. Metropolitan Council's Livable Communities Grants offers the grant programs below: • The Livable Communities Demonstration Account (LCDA) supports development and redevelopment projects that link housing, jobs and services and use community and regional infrastructure efficiently. • The LCDA – Transit Oriented Development (LCDA-TOD) grants are focused on high density projects that contribute to a mix of uses in the TOD-eligible area. TOD-eligible areas can be along light rail, commuter rail, bus rapid transit, and high frequency bus corridors. • The Pre-development grants are for teams who are defining or redefining a project that will support Livable Communities and Imagine 2050 goals. • The Policy Development program provides funding to participating cities to support locally adopted policies that influence physical development and further both LCA and Imagine 2050 goals with an emphasis on equitable development. • The Tax Base Revitalization Account (TBRA) helps clean up contaminated land and buildings for subsequent development. These grants are intended to provide the greatest public benefit for the money spent, strengthen the local tax Page 38 of 93 base, and create and preserve jobs and/or affordable housing. TBRA has three different funding opportunities: Contamination Cleanup, Site Investigation, and SEED. • The Local Housing Incentives Account (LHIA) helps expand and preserve lifecycle and affordable housing, both rented and owned. The Metropolitan Council provides funding for development to foster economic growth, by increasing density, adding new housing or jobs, minimizing climate impact, or further equity outcomes and mitigate specific barriers to access for historically marginalized populations. City Staff and the Applicant contacted the Met Council to evaluate an application to the Predevelopment grant round 1. The Metropolitan Council encouraged the Applicant to apply for funding and to expound on training and education to the community for a stronger application. The City encouraged the Applicant to pursue the maximum amount of $300,000, since there aren’t any other applicants in this round. Budget Issues: There are no budget items to consider at this time. No funding match is required for the use of grant funds. Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Project will support a BIPOC Developer. Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Morty's Bark and Brew Concept Review 2. Resolution_Mortys_2025_LCA Page 39 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/13/2025 TO: Council/EDA Work Session FROM: Ian Alexander - EDA Manager, Amy Loegering - EDA Coordinator THROUGH: Jesse Anderson - Community Development Director BY: Shannon Pettit, Deputy City Clerk SUBJECT: Morty's Bark and Brew Concept Review at 57th & Logan Requested Council Action: - Staff request that City Council review a development concept, provide comments, ask questions and indicate whether or not the City would be open to the project. Background: Background: The concept review process is an opportunity for the City Council to review a development concept prior to a formal proposal from an applicant, and provide comments, ask questions, and indicate whether the City would be open to the project. The concept review process is helpful for projects that would involve EDA-owned land or public subsidy, as it provides insight to City staff and the applicant regarding the City Council’s level of interest, and any specific concerns related to a project. A concept review is considered advisory and is non-binding to the City and the applicant. No formal action can be taken at a work session, and the Council is not being asked to vote on the proposal; however, as the Subject Property, which is located at 57th and Logan (no address assigned), and comprised of approximately 4.72 acres of Lot 002, Block 001, Northbrook Center 3rd Addition, is owned by the City’s Economic Development Authority (“EDA”), City staff and the applicant seek feedback and direction to inform any next steps. If the applicant chooses to submit a formal application to the City to proceed, it would be subject to the full City review process, as with any other development application. Project Concept: Chutima (“Air”) Gustafson of Morty’s Bark & Brew, LLC (the “Developer” or “Applicant”) has submitted a proposal to purchase approximately 2.5 Acres of the Subject Property to construct a brewery and tasting room, collectively approximately 7,500 square feet, with an out-door, off-leash dog park. The remainder of Lot 002, Block 001, Northbrook Center 3rd Addition not purchased by the Developer would be made available for lease to the Developer from EDA at low cost to be used by the Developer as an extension of the out-door, off-leash dog park until such time as additional development may occur on the leased property. Using the space as an extension of the dog park would activate the space, and provide a public amenity maintained by the Developer. Along the north and east boundaries of Lot 002, Block 001, a bike and pedestrian trail would be installed, connecting the Opportunity Site, via the John Martin Drive bridge over Highway 100 to trails, the pollinator project, and other local amenities, further Page 40 of 93 connecting and activating the area. The concept plan currently shows access off 57th Avenue North and the parking area to the west of the building; however, in the final plan, it is anticipated that the parking and access will be to the north of the building off Logan Avenue North, and under the power lines. Lot 002, Block 001 Northbrook Center 3rd Addition: The Subject Property is approximately 2.5 acres of 4.72-acre parcel located to the east of Trunk Highway (TH) 100 and the 57th Avenue North access to TH 100, to the south of the Extra Storage Space (5721 Logan Ave N), north of 57th Avenue, and west of Logan Avenue North and legally described as Lot 002, Block 001, Northbrook Center 3rd Addition. The City’s Economic Development Authority acquired the Subject Property in a strategic acquisition of the larger overall parcel bordered by Logan Avenue to the east, 57th Avenue to the south and the 57th Avenue North access road to TH 100 to the northwest. The parcel was acquired via eminent domain in 2005 and the City enrolled the property in the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (“MPCA”) Volintary Investigation and Clean-up Program (“VIC”) to address the investigation of contaminants found on the north end of the parcel associated with a former dry cleaning facility. Available records indicate that a dry cleaning facility operated north of the site from approximately 1966 until sometime in the late 1980s or early 1990s. The specific contaminants of concern were Tetrachloroethylene (“PCE”) and Trichloroethylene (“TCE”), both of which are Volatile Organic Compounds (“VOC’s”). Environmental investigations conducted by the City’s environmental consultant in 2005 indicated the presence of PCE and TCE contamination in ground water and soil vapor east and southeast of the former dry cleaning facility. City staff initiated communication with the MPCA in November 2024, who informed staff the Subject Property falls outside the Superfund Hmong American Shopping Center remedial site. There is a Leak Site (LS) identified as the Bill West Service Center Leak #3840 and petroleum brownfields (PB) site identified as the Former Acme Typewriter PB33531 on the Subject Property, and the MPCA recommends completion of a Phase I environmental review or NAD ("No Association Determination") prior to any proposed redevelopment of the Subject Property. The Property is zoned Neighborhood Mixed-Use (MX-N1), which allows for a brewery and tasting room as a use. Development Agreement: Page 41 of 93 The EDA is in negotiations with Developer regarding the specific terms of a development agreement to be proposed at a later date. EDA anticipates that the purchase price for the Subject Property will be approximately $500,000. EDA anticipates that any future development agreement will require an earnest money payment to EDA of $10,000 and will include a reverter clause allowing EDA to re-enter and re-possess the property in the event Developer does not substantially complete improvements within the term of the development agreement. Next Steps: If the Council wishes to proceed, the EDA and Developer will continue negotiating the terms of a development agreement and will present the development agreement for consideration at a future meeting. The Developer will conduct its due diligence on the Subject Property and prepare a Planning Commission application, with full architectural and civil plan sets. This application would go through full review with City staff, the Planning Commission, and City Council. Should a recommendation for approval of the project be granted, City staff would negotiate a purchase agreement for the Subject Property, which would go to the City EDA for consideration, and as part of a public hearing. The Developer is not seeking public subsidy as part of its proposal at this time. Budget Issues: The Subject Property was acquired by the City of Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority as part of the eminent taking of a larger parcel and total environmental monitoring costs associated with the larger parcel are $457,590.00, of which $155,227 were TIF 3 expenses. The Subject Property is a portion of the larger parcel. The City’s Tax Increment Financing Plan identifies the following objectives in establishing the aforementioned District: 1. To enhance the tax base of the City; 2. To provide maximum opportunity, consistent with the needs of the City for development by private enterprise; 3. To better utilize vacant or underdeveloped land; 4. To attract new business; 5. To acquire blighted or deteriorated residential property for rehabilitation or clearance and redevelopment; and 6. To develop housing opportunities for market segments underserved by the City, including housing for the disabled and elderly. Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Page 42 of 93 Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Mortys_at_Brooklyn_Center_Mockup_Oct_2024-compressed Page 43 of 93 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2025- RESOLUTION IDENTIFYING THE NEED FOR LIVABLE COMMUNITIES DEMONSTRATION ACCOUNT AND AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR MORTY'S BARK AND BREW WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center is a participant in the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act (“LCA”) Local Housing Incentives Program for 2025 as determined by the Metropolitan Council, and is therefore eligible to apply for Predevelopment grant funds Livable Communities Demonstration Account ("LCDA"); and WHEREAS, the City has identified proposed projects within the City that meet LCDA purposes and criteria and is consistent with and promotes the purposes of the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act and the policies of the Metropolitan Council’s adopted metropolitan development guide; and WHEREAS, the City has the institutional, managerial and financial capability to adequately manage an LCDA grant and; WHEREAS, the City certifies that it will comply with all applicable laws and regulations as stated in the grant agreement; and WHEREAS, the City acknowledges LCDA grants are intended to fund projects or project components that can serve as models, examples or prototypes for LCDA development or redevelopment elsewhere in the Region, and therefore represents that the proposed project or key components of the proposed project can be replicated in other metropolitan-area communities; and WHEREAS, the City acknowledges Met Council Predevelopment grants from the Livable Communities Demonstration Account are intended to fund projects through the predevelopment phase of construction. WHERES, only a limited amount of grant funding is available through the Metropolitan Council’s Livable Communities Demonstration Account LCDA initiative during each funding cycle and the Metropolitan Council has determined it is appropriate to allocate those scarce grant funds only to eligible projects that would not occur without the availability of grant funding. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, after appropriate examination and due consideration, the governing body of the City: 1.Finds that it is in the best interests of the City’s development goals and priorities for the following proposed Predevelopment projects to occur at this particular site at this time: Page 44 of 93 Morty's Bark and Brew - 57th and Logan 2.Finds that that LCDA Project component(s) for which Livable Communities LCDA is sought: a.Will not occur solely through private or other public investment within the reasonable foreseeable future; and b.Will occur within the term of the grant award (three years for Development grants,) only if Livable Communities LCDA funding is made available for this project at this time. 3.Authorizes the City Manager to submit on behalf of the City an application for Metropolitan Council Livable Communities LCDA grant funds a for the project components identified in the application. April 14, 2025 Date Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner 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. 2 Page 45 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 4/14/2025 TO: City Council FROM: Barb Suciu, City Clerk THROUGH: Daren Nyquist, Deputy City Manager BY: Barb Suciu, City Clerk SUBJECT: Proclamation Recognizing and Honoring Pan American Day on April 14, 2025 Requested Council Action: - Motion to accept the proclamation Background: This proclamation recognizes and honors Pan American Day on today April 14, 2025 Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 4_14 Pan American Day Page 46 of 93 PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING AND HONORING APRIL 14, 2025, AS PAN AMERICAN DAY WHEREAS, on April 14 of every year, we commemorate the first-ever International Conference of American states, which happened on April 14, 1890, in Washington D.C.; and WHEREAS, U.S. Secretary James Blane proposed the concept of the conference for the Western Hemisphere with the main idea of improving the relations between North and South American countries; and WHEREAS, the discussions covered a variety of subjects such as currency, trade, military and security and as a result of the conference, they formed a group of American states; and WHEREAS, Pan American Day is a day to celebrate unity and harmony, and on April 14, it reminds Americans about the efforts of their forefathers. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved, the Brooklyn Center City Council does hereby recognize and honor April 14, 2025, as Pan American Day and to celebrate unity and harmony amongst all. April 14, 2025 Date Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk Page 47 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 4/14/2025 TO: City Council FROM: Lydia Ener, Assistant City Engineer THROUGH: Elizabeth Heyman, Director of Public Works BY: Lydia Ener, Assistant City Engineer SUBJECT: Resolution Declaring April 22, 2025, as Earth Day in Brooklyn Center Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a resolution declaring April 22, 2025, as Earth Day in Brooklyn Center. Background: The name and concept of Earth Day was pioneered in 1970 in the United States. It is an annual day on which events are held worldwide to demonstrate support for environmental protection. This day of nature's balance was later sanctioned in a Proclamation at the United Nations, eventually going international in 1990. Today, more than 192 countries coordinate and celebrate Earth Day every year. Brooklyn Center recognizes Earth Day on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, by taking part in celebratory events. In honor of Earth Day, the City will host the “Spring into Action: Clean and Swap” on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the event will be based at the Brooklyn Center’s Community Center. Budget Issues: NA Inclusive Community Engagement: NA Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: NA Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Earth Day 2025 Resolution Page 48 of 93 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. _______________ RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL 22, 2025, TO BE EARTH DAY IN BROOKLYN CENTER WHEREAS, a sound natural environment is the foundation of a healthy society and a robust economy; and WHEREAS, local communities can do much to reverse environmental degradation and contribute to building a healthy society by addressing such issues as energy conservation, waste prevention and sustainable practices; and WHEREAS, Earth Day 2025 offers an unprecedented opportunity to commit to building a healthy planet and flourishing communities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that: 1. April 22, 2025, to be Earth Day in the City of Brooklyn Center. 2. The City of Brooklyn Center commits itself to undertaking programs and projects that enhance the community’s natural environment. 3. The City Council hereby reaffirms its commitment and encourages residents, businesses and institutions to use Earth Day 2025 to celebrate the Earth and to commit to building a sustainable society by initiating or expanding existing programs which improve energy efficiency, reduce or prevent waste and promote recycling. April 14, 2025 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. Page 49 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 4/14/2025 TO: City Council FROM: Ian Alexander, Economic Development Manager, Amy Loegering, Economic Development Coordinator THROUGH: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director BY: Amy Loegering, Economic Development Coordinator SUBJECT: Economic Growth Plan Introduction/Update Requested Council Action: Background: The City’s consultant, Breanne Rothstein of Thrive Consulting will be presenting the work to date. Background: In 2023, the City Council directed staff to undergo the development of an Economic Growth Plan, with the following directives: 1. Complete market assessment for Brooklyn Center; 2. Develop a market niche summary for the city ; and 3. Identify early wins towards economic growth, with specific attention to workforce development and small business support. The purpose of developing an economic growth plan is to assess Brooklyn Center’s economic strengths and opportunities; identify market niches and target industries and develop strategies to support business growth, workforce development and community prosperity. Employment Market Assessment: Employment in Brooklyn Center by industry is widely distributed, with retail trade (12%), manufacturing (18%), and health care and social assistance (26%) representing 56% of employment. The same industries account for 35% of employment in the 7-county metro area. A variety of other industries comprise the remaining 44% of employment in the City, including accommodation and food services (6%), arts, entertainment and recreation (3%), transportation and warehousing (5%), management (4%), administrative (5%), construction (2%), and professional and technical services (2%). These industries are largely comparable with employment rates in the 7-county metro. Top manufacturing employers in Brooklyn Center include: • National Purity, LLC, specializing in manufacturing and blending industrial chemicals Page 50 of 93 • Showdown Displays, specializing in promotional, event and display products • TT Electronics; specializing in engineering and manufacturing of electronics for the medical, aerospace and automation industries. • Sandvik Hard Materials, specializing in high-tech engineering and manufacturing for rock excavation, metal-cutting and materials technology. These manufacturers have locations nationally and in some instances, internationally. Top Employers by number of employees include: • Promeon, Inc., a Division of Medtronic • Luther Auto Group • University of Minnesota Physicians • Caribou Coffee Headquarters • Cass Screw Machine Products These employers have largely maintained their employment numbers in Brooklyn Center, with Luther Auto Group, University of Minnesota Physicians and Caribou Coffee Headquarters showing consistent growth. Resident Data: Residents in Brooklyn Center are generally younger, with lower incomes compared to the surrounding region. Approximately 1/3 of residents are between the ages of 25 and 44 (31%) and nearly 1/3 of residents are under the age of 18 (29%). In 2022, the average income for a resident of Brooklyn Center was approximately $56,000, compared to $81,682 in Hennepin County overall. Furthermore, the unemployment rate in Brooklyn Center is low, but slightly higher than in the surrounding region. The rate of homeownership in Brooklyn Center is similar to the rate of homeownership in Hennepin County overall, but slightly lower than the rate of homeownership in the 7-county metro. Housing prices in Brooklyn Center are moderate, with the median home value in Brooklyn Center at approximately 70% of the median home value in Hennepin County overall. The majority of residents of Brooklyn Center work outside of the city, and the majority of individuals working in Brooklyn Center live outside of the city. Market Assets: • Strategic location near major highways and near downtown Minneapolis - Attract logistics, manufacturing and last-mile delivery companies - Attract housing opportunities for workforce - Workforce development to support industrial job growth - Expand Brooklyn Center’s role as a regional distribution hub • Diverse population and growing entrepreneurial business community of “Mom and Pop” stores - Support entrepreneurs with business incubators and small business financing - Expand workforce training and technical assistance programs - Strengthen partnerships with CDFI’s and business development organizations Page 51 of 93 • Access to opportunities and housing for young people - Continue to invest in Brooklynk and Career Pathways - “Grow Your Own” hiring practices - Employer Engagement • Great opportunity to grow tax base: vacant land owned by city - Redevelop of underutilized retail centers - Attract diverse small business and culturally specific retail experiences - Create mixed-use developments integrating residential, retail and offices spaces Preliminary Goals: • Increase resident wages • Increase housing values • Grow workforce/jobs connection • Promote homeownership • Invest in Growing Tax Base • Invest in Heathcare and Manufacturing land uses and workforce Questions for Council: • What stands out for you? • Does the data presented resonate with you? • What may be missing in terms of area of focus? Budget Issues: None Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Presentation Page 52 of 93 Page 53 of 93 Page 54 of 93 Page 55 of 93 Page 56 of 93 Page 57 of 93 Page 58 of 93 Page 59 of 93 Page 60 of 93 Page 61 of 93 Page 62 of 93 Page 63 of 93 Page 64 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 4/14/2025 TO: City Council FROM: Barb Suciu, City Clerk THROUGH: Daren Nyquist, Deputy City Manager BY: Barb Suciu, City Clerk SUBJECT: An Ordinance No. 2025-04; Amending Chapter 23-2700 of the City of Brooklyn Center to Establish Cannabis and Hemp Businesses Regulations - Second Reading Requested Council Action: - Motion to open the public hearing - Take public comment - Motion to close the public hearing - Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2025-04; Amending Chapter 23-2700 of the City of Brooklyn Center City Code to Establish Cannabis and Hemp Businesses Regulations - Motion to approve a resolution for the summary publication of an ordinance amending chapter 23-2700 of the City of Brooklyn Center City Code to Establish Cannabis and Hemp Businesses Regulations Background: On March 10, 2025, the City Council heard the first reading of Ordinance 2025-04; an ordinance establishing cannabis and hemp businesses regulations. During the meeting, there was a consensus from the City Council to have a minimum of three licenses, lottery-style registration application reviews, and hours of operation will correlate with the hours of our liquor stores. Other updates from the first reading of the ordinance, the administrative rules related to cannabis, were released and approved by the Administrative Law Judge. The finalized administrative rules have not impacted the proposed Cannabis and Hemp Businesses regulations. Tonight, is a public hearing. The City Council will need to open the public hearing, take public comments, close the public hearing and then, if there is consensus, make a motion to approve Ordinance 2025-04. Additionally, the City Council will need to make a motion to approve a resolution for a summary publication of Ordinance 2025-04, amending Chapter 23-2700 of the City of Page 65 of 93 Brooklyn Center City Code to Establish Cannabis and Hemp Business Regulations. Budget Issues: N/A Inclusive Community Engagement: N/A Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: N/A Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. DOCSOPEN-#1012457-v3-Chapter 23-2700 Cannabis Business Registration031025 2. Resolution_SummaryPublication_Establish_Cannabis_and_Hemp_Businesses_Regu lations Page 66 of 93 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held on the 14th day of April, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard at City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, to consider an ordinance repealing and replacing in its entirety Chapter 23-2700 regarding the regulation of Adult- Use Cannabis and Hemp Businesses within the City of Brooklyn Center. Auxiliary aid for handicapped persons are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance. Please contact the City Clerk at 763-569-3300 to make arrangements. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-04 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23-2700 OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER TO ESTABLISH CANNABIS AND HEMP BUSINESSES REGULATIONS The City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center does ordain as follows: Article I. Brooklyn Center City Code, Chapter 23 is amended by as follows: Section 23-2700. CANNABIS AND HEMP BUSINESS REGULATIONS Section 23-2701 PURPOSE AND FINDINGS. The City of Brooklyn Center makes the following legislative findings: A.Purpose. The purpose of this ordinance is to protect the public health, safety, and welfare in the City by implementing regulations pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 342 related to cannabis and hemp businesses within the City. B.Findings. The City finds and concludes that these regulations are appropriate and lawful, that the proposed amendments will promote the community’s interest in reasonable stability in the development and redevelopment of the City for now and in the future, and that the regulations are in the public interest and for the public good. Section 23-2702. DEFINITIONS. Unless otherwise noted in this section, words and phrases contained in M.S. §342.01 and the rules promulgated pursuant to any of these acts, shall have the same meaning in this ordinance. A.Applicant means an entity with a license issued by the Office of Cannabis Management that is applying for an initial registration or for registration renewal. B.The Act means the Cannabis Act at M.S. §342, as it may be amended from time to time. C.Cannabis business has the definition in M.S. §342.01. BR291-437-1012457.v3 Page 67 of 93 D.Cannabis Retailer Business means a cannabis business that is a cannabis retailer, the retail portion of a cannabis mezzobusiness with a retail operations endorsement, or the retail portion of a cannabis microbusiness with a retail operations endorsement, as those terms are defined in Minnesota Statutes, section 342.01 and applicable Minnesota administrative rules. E.Compliance Check means the system used by the City to investigate and ensure that those authorized to sell products subject to licensing and the registration are following and complying with the requirements of this article and state law. Compliance checks involve the use of persons under the age of 21 who purchase or attempt to purchase such products. F.Hemp Business as defined by M.S. §342.01 G.Lower-Potency Hemp Retailer means every lower-potency hemp edible retail business that is licensed under the Act and required to register with the City under M.S. §342.22. H.Office of Cannabis Management. Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management, referred to as “OCM” in this ordinance. I.Medical Cannabis Combination Business as defined by M.S. §342.01 J.Potential Licensee means an applicant that has not received a license from the OCM. Section 23-2703. PRE-LICENSE CERTIFICATION OF CANNABIS BUSINESSES A.City Zoning Certification. The City Clerk’s Office is authorized to certify whether a proposed Cannabis Business complies with the City’s zoning ordinances and if applicable, with state fire code and building code pursuant to M.S. §342.13. Pursuant to OCM Procedure and the Promulgated Rules, the OCM will submit a “Request for Certification” to the City to verify whether a Potential Licensee has complied with local zoning laws and regulations prior to issuing a Cannabis or Hemp Business License to the Potential Licensee. B.Certification Requirements. 1. Potential Licensees are responsible, prior to the City receiving a request for zoning certification, for making all necessary zoning applications and requesting and scheduling any inspections related to building and fire code. Potential licensees must contact the City to have inspections conducted prior to the City receiving the request for certification from the OCM. Building and fire code inspections will be valid for one (1) year from completion. If a potential licensee fails to obtain necessary zoning approvals or has any building or fire code inspection complete prior to the City receiving a request for certification, the City will inform the OCM that the potential Page 68 of 93 licensee does not meet zoning and land use laws. 2. If, at the time the City receives a request for zoning certification, there are no further intended alterations to the building where the business is to be conducted, the City will also certify compliance with building and fire code regulations. Section 23-2704. LOCAL GOVERNMENT AS A CANNABIS RETAILER. The City of Brooklyn Center may establish, own, and operate one municipal cannabis retail business subject to the restrictions in this chapter. The municipal cannabis retail store shall not be included in any limitation of the number of registered cannabis retail businesses under Section 23-2706. The City of Brooklyn Center shall be subject to all the same license requirements and procedures applicable to all other applicants. Section 23-2705. RETAIL REGISTRATION REQUIRED No person or entity may operate a cannabis retail business or make retail sales to customers or patients within the City of Brooklyn Center without first being registered by the issuing authority pursuant to M.S. §342.22. Making retail sales to customers or patients without an active registration is prohibited. Subject to M.S. §342.22, subd. 5(e) the City may impose a civil penalty, as specified in the City’s fee schedule, for making a sale to a customer or patient without a valid registration from the City and a valid license from the OCM. Section 23-2706. CANNABIS RETAILER REGISTRATION LIMITS A. The number of cannabis registrations available will be calculated by dividing the state demographer’s estimate of the City’s population by 12,500 and rounding up to the nearest whole number. B. The City shall issue a minimum of three cannabis retailer registrations pursuant to this Chapter. C. The following businesses are not subject to the cap on registration referenced above: 1. Businesses operating under a tribal compact entered into under Minnesota Statutes, Section 3.9224 or 3.9228; 2. Tribally issued licenses and registrations; 3. Lower-Potency Hemp Retailer; and 4. Medical Cannabis Combination Businesses. Section 23-2707. REGISTRATION APPLICATION REVIEW. A. Applications for registration will be reviewed on a lottery style basis based on the City receiving a complete application and payment of all fees. B. Applications will be considered complete when all materials in Section 23-2708 are received by the City and include all required information. Page 69 of 93 C. The date a certification under Section 23-2703 is issued will have no impact on the applicant’s registration processing and is not an indication that registrations are available. Section 23-2708. APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION. All applicants for initial registration or renewal registration must submit a registration application or renewal application provided by the City. The form of the application may be amended from time to time by the City Clerk’s Office but must include the following information: A. Name of the property owner. B. Name and date of birth of the applicant. C. Address and parcel ID for the property for which the registration is sought: D. Email address, and telephone number for the applicant. E. Legal name of the cannabis retail business to be registered. F. Signature of the applicant or the authorized agent of the legal entity applicant. G. If the registrant is a legal entity, the following information shall be provided for the person designated as the general or primary manager on site: 1. Full name, 2. Date of birth, 3. Mailing address, 4. Contact telephone number, email address. H. Any additional information the City deems necessary. Section 23-2709. FEE REQUIRED: At the time of initial application, and prior to the City’s consideration of any renewal application, each Cannabis Retailer must pay, as established in the City’s fee schedule, the following fees: A. Initial Registration Fee. The initial registration fee will pay for the costs of registration and the cost of the first year of operation. B. Renewal Fee. For each subsequent year of operation, a Cannabis Retailer must pay a renewal fee The second year of operation renewal fee and each subsequent year, the renewal fee must be paid before the City will issue a renewal registration. C. Additional Information: 1. Initial registration fees and renewal registration fees are nonrefundable. 2. A copy of a valid state license or written notice of OCM license preapproval are required at the time of submission; and Page 70 of 93 3. Proof of taxes, assessments, utility charges, or other financial claims of the City and state are current. Section. 23-2710. PRELIMINARY COMPLIANCE CHECK. Prior to issuing any retail registrations, (Cannabis or LPHE) the City shall conduct a preliminary compliance check to ensure compliance with this Chapter and any other regulations established pursuant to M.S. §342.13. Section. 23-2711. BASIS FOR DENIAL. The City shall not issue a registration or renewal for any Cannabis Retailer or Lower-Potency Hemp Retailer if any of the following conditions are true: A. The applicant has not submitted a complete application. B. The applicant is under the age of 21. C. The applicant does not comply with the requirements of this Section. D. The applicant does not comply with applicable zoning and land use regulations. E. If applicable, the applicant is found to not comply with the requirements of the Act or this Section at the preliminary compliance check. F. If applicable, the maximum number of registrations, pursuant to Section 23-2706 have been issued by the City or within the County. G. The applicant does not have a valid license from the OCM. Section. 23-2712. ISSUANCE OF REGISTRATION OR RENEWAL. The City shall issue the registration or registration renewal if the applicant meets the requirements of this article. If an applicant meets any condition of denial in Section 23-2711, and/or, if the City has reached the registration limit pursuant to Section 23-2706, the City shall not issue a registration or registration renewal. Section 23-2713. CANNABIS RETAILER OPERATING REGULATIONS. A.Compliance Checks. The City shall complete, at a minimum, one compliance check per calendar year of every registered business to assess if the business meets age verification requirements, as required under Minn. Stat. 342.22 Subd. 4(b) and this ordinance. Any failures under this section are the basis for enforcement action and must be reported to the OCM. B.Hours of Operation. Cannabis businesses are limited to retail sale of cannabis, cannabis flower, cannabis products, lower-potency hemp edibles, or hemp-derived consumer products to between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. Page 71 of 93 C.Display of License and Registration. All licenses and registrations must be posted and displayed in plain view of the general public on the premises. D.Age verification. No cannabis flower, cannabis products, lower-potency hemp edibles, or hemp derived consumer products shall be sold to any person under 21 years of age. Registrants shall verify by means of government issued photographic identification, as required by M.S. §342.41, subd. 4, that purchase is at least 21 years of age. Registrants shall post signage advertising of the minimum legal age for purchases. Notice of the legal sale age and verification requirement shall be posted prominently and in plain view. E.Mobile Sales and Delivery. All retail sales of cannabis, LPHE, and hemp-derived consumer products must be conducted within a building and within the licensed and registered premises. A licensed or registered cannabis retail business must hold a cannabis delivery service license under M.S. §342.41 prior to conducting cannabis, LPHE, and hemp-derived consumer product delivery services in the City. F.Zoning Regulations. The registered business shall comply with all provisions of this chapter and with zoning regulations in Chapter 35-4500 of this City Code. The registered business shall comply with Minnesota laws and licensing conditions regulating cannabis retail businesses. G.Display and Storage. The display and storage of cannabis flower, cannabis products, LPHE and hemp-derived consumer products shall be in accordance with M.S. §342.27. H.Self-service or Automated Sales. No person shall provide any cannabis product, lower-potency hemp edibles and hemp-derived consumer products to any person by means of self-service or automated sale. All retail sales shall be done with the assistance of an employee. I.Samples are Prohibited. The provision of samples will be governed by the Office of Cannabis Management Proposed Expedited Permanent Rules Relating to Adult-Use Cannabis, Minnesota Rules Section 9810 and subsequent regulations. J.Advertising. Signage is subject to Brooklyn Center Unified Development Code Section 35- 6000, the City’s sign code. Section. 23-2714. REGISTRATION NONTRANSFERABLE. Registration is non-transferable. A retail registration issued under this section shall not be transferred to another person or to a different cannabis retail business. Section 23-2715. LOWER-POTENCY HEMP RETAILER OPERATING REGULATIONS. A.Compliance Checks. The City shall complete at least one compliance check per calendar year for every registered business to assess if the business meets age verification requirements, as Page 72 of 93 required under M.S. §342.22 Subd. 4(b) and this ordinance. Any failures under this section are the basis for enforcement action and must be reported to the OCM. B.Hours of Operation. Lower-Potency Hemp Retailers, other than businesses holding a license under M.S. §340A, may only engage in the retail sale of lower-potency hemp edibles, or hemp- derived consumer products between the hours of 9:00 am – 10:00 pm Monday- Saturday, and 11:00 am – 6:00 pm on Sundays and holidays. C.Display of License and Registration. All licenses and registrations must be posted and displayed in plain view of the general public on the premises. D.Age verification. No cannabis flower, cannabis products, lower-potency hemp edibles, or hemp derived consumer products shall be sold to any person under 21 years of age. Registrants shall verify by means of government issued photographic identification, as required by M.S. §342.41, subd. 4, that purchase is at least 21 years of age. Registrants shall post signage advertising of the minimum legal age for purchases. Notice of the legal sale age and verification requirement shall be posted prominently and in plain view. E.Mobile Sales and Delivery. All retail sales of cannabis, lower-potency hemp edibles, and hemp- derived consumer products must be conducted within a building and within the licensed and registered premises. A licensed or registered cannabis retail business must hold a cannabis delivery service license under M.S. §342.41 prior to conducting cannabis, lower-potency hemp edibles, and hemp-derived consumer product delivery services in the City. F.Zoning Regulations. The registered business shall comply with all provisions of this chapter and with zoning regulations in Chapter 35-4500 of this City Code. The registered business shall comply with Minnesota laws and licensing conditions regulating cannabis retail businesses. G.Display and Storage. The display and storage of cannabis flower, cannabis products, lower- potency hemp edibles and hemp-derived consumer products shall be in accordance with M.S. §342.27. H.Self-Service or Automated Sales. No person shall provide any cannabis product, lower-potency hemp edibles and hemp-derived consumer products to any person by means of self-service or automated sale. All retail sales shall be done with the assistance of an employee. I.Samples are prohibited. The provision of samples will be governed by the Office of Cannabis Management Proposed Expedited Permanent Rules Relating to Adult-Use Cannabis, Minnesota Rules Section 9810 and subsequent regulations Page 73 of 93 J.Advertising. Signage is subject to the City’s sign code, Brooklyn Center Unified Development Code Section 35-6000. K.On-site consumption. A retailer with an on-site consumption endorsement issued by the State may permit a customer to consume lower-potency hemp edibles on-site under the conditions listed 9810.2503; subp.3. Section 23-2716. NO SMOKING. In accordance with the Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act there is no smoking or vaping indoors at venues such as bars or restaurants. This includes the smoking or vaping of cannabis. Section 23- 2717. SANCTIONS FOR VIOLATIONS. A.Suspension of Registration. A suspension of a retail registration issued under this Ordinance shall take place in accordance with M.S. §342.22. The City may suspend a retail registration if it violates this Ordinance or poses an immediate threat to the health or safety of the public. The City of Brooklyn Center shall immediately notify the cannabis retail business in writing of the grounds for the suspension. 1. Public hearing. Prior to suspension of a retail registration, the issuing authority shall provide written notice to the registrant and a public hearing before the City Council. The notice shall give at least eight calendar days' notice of the time and place of the hearing and shall state the nature of the charges against the registrant. 2. Reinstatement. The City shall reinstate a retail registration in the following circumstances: (a) If the OCM determines the violation(s) have been resolved; (b) If OCM revokes or suspends the state-license for a period less than the suspension issued by the City Council; (c) The City determines that any violation has been cured; (d) If the OCM orders the retail registration is reinstated. B.Notification to the OCM. The City of Brooklyn Center shall immediately notify the OCM in writing the grounds for the suspension. C.Civil Penalties. Subject to M.S. §342.22, subd. 5(e) the City may impose a civil penalty for a violation of this ordinance, not to exceed $2,000. 1. Any state-licensed cannabis retail business that sells to a customer or patient without valid retail registration shall incur a civil penalty of $2,000 for each violation. 2. For a first violation, other than sale without a retail registration, the fine as set forth in the current Fee Schedule. Page 74 of 93 3. For a second violation, other than sale without a retail registration, at the same location within five (5) years of the first violation, the fine is set forth in the current Fee Schedule; 4. For a third violation, other than sale without a retail registration, at the same location within five (5) years of the first violation, the City Council shall suspend the retail registration after a public hearing for a minimum of seven calendar days and impose a civil penalty set forth in the current Fee Schedule; and 5. For a fourth or subsequent violations at the same location within five years of the first violation, the City Council shall suspend a retail registration after a public hearing for 30 calendar days unless OCM suspends the license for a longer period, impose a civil penalty as set forth in the current Fee Schedule for each additional violation, or impose any combination of these sanctions. Section 23-2718. PENALTY FOR INDIVIDUALS. Any violation of the provisions of the ordinance or failure to comply with any of its requirements constitutes a misdemeanor and is punishable as defined by law. Nothing in this ordinance shall be construed to limit the City’s other available remedies for any violation of law, including without limitation, criminal, civil, and injunctive relief. Section 23-2719. ENFORCEMENT. A. The City Manager or his designee, is responsible for the administration and enforcement of this ordinance. Violation of this ordinance can occur regardless of whether a registration is required for a regulated activity listed in this ordinance. B. Age verification compliance checks. All cannabis retail businesses licensed by OCM and registered by the City shall be open to inspection by the City during the regular business hours of the business. At any time, but no less than once per calendar year, the City may conduct unannounced age verification compliance checks to ensure compliance with the provisions of M.S. §342 and this article. All age verification compliance check failures will be reported to the OCM. Section 23-2720. SEVERABILITY. If any part, term or provision of this ordinance is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, preempted by state law, or unconstitutional, such portion shall be deemed severable and such unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this article, which remaining portions shall continue in full force and effect. Section 23-2721. EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance shall take effect following its passage and publication in accordance with state law. Page 75 of 93 April 14, 2025 Date April Graves, Mayor ATTEST: Barb Suciu, City Clerk First Reading: March 10, 2025 Second Reading: April 14, 2025 Publication Date: April 24, 2025 Effective Date: May 24, 2025 Page 76 of 93 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER HENNEPIN COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2025- RESOLUTION APPROVING SUMMARY PUBLICATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23-2700 OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CODE TO ESTABLISH CANNABIS AND HEMP BUSINESSES REGULATIONS WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center acted at its February 24, 2025 meeting to adopt Ordinance No. 2025-04 “Amending Chapter 23-2700 of the City of Brooklyn Center City Code to Establish Cannabis and Hemp Businesses Regulations ” (the “Ordinance”); and WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes Section 412.191, subdivision 4 allows publication of adopted ordinances by title and summary in the case of lengthy ordinances or those containing maps or charts; and WHEREAS, the City Council determines publishing the entire text of the Ordinance is not in the best interests of the City as the Ordinance is readily available to the public on the City’s website and by contacting City Hall; and WHEREAS, the City Council determines the following summary clearly informs the public of the intent of Ordinance and where to obtain a copy of the full text. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center hereby approves publication of the following summary language as publication of the Ordinance: CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER SUMMARY PUBLICATION ORDINANCE NO. 2025-04 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23-2700 OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CODE TO ESTABLISH CANNABIS AND HEMP BUSINESSES REGULATIONS The Brooklyn Center City Council adopted the above-referenced ordinance amending Section 23- 2700 to the City Code of Ordinances. The ordinance includes legislative findings, purpose, and authority for to establish cannabis and hemp businesses regulations, including definitions, pre- license certification of cannabis businesses, registration requirements, cannabis retailer registration limits, registration application review, application for registration, fee required, preliminary compliance check, basis for denial, issuance of registration or renewal, cannabis retailer operating regulations, registration nontransferable, lower-potency hemp retailer operating Page 77 of 93 regulations, no smoking, sanctions for violations, penalty for individuals, and enforcement. The ordinance is in effect 30 days from this publication. The full text of the ordinance is available on the City’s website and can be obtained by contacting City Hall. 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. Page 78 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 4/14/2025 TO: City Council FROM: Lydia Ener, Assistant City Engineer THROUGH: Elizabeth Heyman, Director of Public Works BY: Lydia Ener, Assistant City Engineer SUBJECT: An Ordinance Vacating a Certain Portion of a Drainage and Utility Easement within Lot 1, Block 1 of the Plat of Steen Addition in the City of Brooklyn Center, Hennepin County, Minnesota Requested Council Action: - Motion to open the Public Hearing, take public input, close the Public Hearing, and consider approval of a resolution vacating a portion of a drainage and utility easement in the CAPI site redevelopment in connection with the proposed final plat of Steen Addition. Background: A public hearing is scheduled on April 14, 2025. The public hearing is to consider a portion of a drainage and utility easement as referenced above that are associated with the CAPI site redevelopment. The Planning Commission has reviewed the final plat for Steen Addition. In connection with the final plat and easement dedication proceedings, the developer is requesting release and termination of easements that are either no longer needed or are being replaced by new easements. The following easements are proposed to be released and terminated as indicated in Exhibit A. It is staff’s opinion that the easement proposed to be vacated are no longer needed and should not negatively affect rights to public easements. We are unaware of any entity objecting to the proposed vacation. The attached exhibits outline the release and termination of easements and show the locations of said existing easements. The City Attorney has reviewed the release and termination documents and concurs to the purpose and form of the documents. Staff recommends that a presentation be provided to the City Council prior to holding the Public Hearing. Following the presentation, a Public Hearing to consider vacating the easements as referenced above should be conducted to receive public comments. A resolution vacating a portion of a drainage and utility easement within Lots 1, Block 1, Steen Addition, Hennepin County, Minnesota is provided for City Council consideration upon closing of the Public Hearing. It should be noted that this resolution will only take effect upon the release and filing of the final plat of Steen Addition, execution and filing of associated and separate rededicated easements, and upon execution and filing the subdivision agreement for said associated development. Budget Issues: Page 79 of 93 NA Inclusive Community Engagement: NA Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: NA Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. CAPI Easement Vacation Ordinance Page 80 of 93 1 BR291\16\1012034.v2 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Please take notice that the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center will hold a public hearing on Monday, April 14, 2025 at approximately 7:00 p.m. at Brooklyn Center City Hall, located at 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. Said public hearing will include a second reading and proposed adoption of an ordinance vacating a drainage and utility easement over, under and across Lot 1 of Block 1 within the plat of Steen Addition. Meeting materials can be accessed by visiting the City of Brooklyn Center’s website at: https://www.ci.brooklyn-center.mn.us/. A definite time for this application to be considered cannot be given as it will depend on the progression of the agenda items. Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance. Please contact the City Clerk at (763) 569-3300 to make arrangements. ORDINANCE NO. _____ AN ORDINANCE VACATING A CERTAIN PORTION OF A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT WITHIN LOT 1, BLOCK 1 OF THE PLAT OF STEEN ADDITION IN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center (the “City”) is a municipal corporation, organized and existing under the laws of Minnesota and the City Charter of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota (the “Charter”); and WHEREAS, the City’s Planning Commission (“Planning Commission”) has recommended approval for the plat of CAPI USA Addition (“Plat”) based on certain conditions as set forth in the City Council Resolution No. 2025-029; and WHEREAS, the Plat includes Lot 1, Block 1, Steen Addition which is situated in the City at 5950 Brooklyn Boulevard (PID 03118211201011)(the “Property”); and WHEREAS, a certain drainage and utility easement dedicated to the City in the plat of Steen Addition currently exists on the Property (“Easement”), which as a result of the Plat of CAPI USA Addition and the future development of the Property, is no longer needed, will interfere with the proposed development, and is being replaced by new dedicated easements covering the Property within the Plat; and WHEREAS, the easement proposed to be vacated is legally described as follows: That part of the drainage and utility easement as dedicated on Lot 1, Block 1, STEEN ADDITION, plat on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Hennepin County, Minnesota, being the South 5.00 feet of said Lot 1 which lies West of the East 10.00 feet thereof and East of the West 10 feet thereof Page 81 of 93 2 BR291\16\1012034.v2 The location of said easement to be vacated is shown in the cross hatched area on the attached Exhibit A (the “Vacated Easement”); and WHEREAS, City staff has determined that there is no public need to maintain the Vacated Easement; and WHEREAS, the City Council does not object to the vacation of the proposed Vacated Easement; and WHEREAS, after due notice and public hearing, the City Council has determined that the proposed Vacated Easement will no longer be needed and it is in the public interest to vacate the Vacated Easement; and NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center does ordain as follows: Section I. Recitals. The above recitals are hereby adopted as findings and incorporated into this Ordinance. Section II. Easement Vacation. The Vacated Easement is hereby vacated. Said vacation is conditioned upon the recording of the plat of CAPI USA Addition. Section III. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective after adoption and thirty days following its legal publication. Section IV. Notice of Completion. Upon the Ordinance becoming effective and the plat of CAPI USA Addition being recorded, the City Clerk is directed to prepare a Notice of Completion of Vacation Proceedings and to record it with the Hennepin County Recorder or Hennepin County Registrar of Titles, as appropriate. Adopted this ___ day of __________, 2025. ____________________________ April Graves, Mayor ATTEST: _________________________ City Clerk Date of Publication _________________________ Effective Date _____________________________ Page 82 of 93 BR291\16\1012034.v2 EXHIBIT A Page 83 of 93 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 4/14/2025 TO: City Council FROM: Ian Alexander, Economic Development Manager, Amy Loegering, Economic Development Coordinator THROUGH: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director BY: Amy Loegering, Economic Development Coordinator SUBJECT: An Ordinance Adding A New Section to Chapter 33 of the Brooklyn Center City Code of Ordinances Regarding the Establishment of a Local Housing Trust Fund Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve the first reading of an ordinance adding a section to Chapter 33 of the Brooklyn Center City Code of ordinances regarding the establishment of a local housing and trust fund. Background: The City’s consultant, Breanne Rothstein, of Thrive Consulting, will be presenting the work to date. Background In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature approved a funding match for communities that created a Local Housing Trust Fund. This state initiative was also funded in subsequent years. To take advantage of this resource, and position Brooklyn Center to accept other sources of funding for housing, staff recommends the creation of a Housing Trust Fund for Brooklyn Center, in accordance with State Statute. A Local Housing Trust Fund is a policy tool for local government, enabled by State Statute, for the purpose of designating a dedicated fund for housing, which can be affordable or market rate. There are many ways to fund a Local Housing Trust Fund, and each source of funds will have its own set of requirements for spending, eligibility, and affordability levels. Because funding from a variety of sources may be included in a Local Housing Trust Fund, it allows the City to stack funding sources for housing related purposes that do not rely solely upon TIF or bonding. This reduces the burden on local homeowners while making funds available to rehab and improve currently available housing stock and increase and diversify housing options in the community with new construction. The funding sources for a Local Housing Trust Fund may include: • Private donations • Pooled Housing TIF • CDBG or HOME funds • HRA levy (local funds) • Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) • Inclusionary housing requirement proceeds (currently not applicable in Brooklyn Center) • Program income funds from a revolving loan fund or re-payments It should be noted that each source of funding to a Local Housing Trust Fund will carry its own set of Page 84 of 93 requirements for eligibility, spending and affordability levels. Therefore, each funding source will need to be segregated into separate sub-accounts for tracking and to ensure compliance with the original funding source requirements. A Local Housing Trust Fund is eligible for a contribution from the State of Minnesota, which must be matched 1 to 1 for the first $150,000 and up to 2 to 1 up to $300,000, subject to availability. The matching funds are required to be “new” public revenue. Local Housing Trust Fund proceeds must be used for housing and other eligible expenses for households at or below 115% of State median income. Local Housing Trust Fund proceeds can be used for the following purposes: • Development, including land acquisition • Rehab, or financing of housing development • Down payment assistance • Rental Assistance • Homebuyer counseling • Administrative expenses (up to 10% of fund total) If approved, future programs, program guidelines, or uses of the funds will be brought forward for council consideration prior to implementation. Housing Commission Feedback: The Housing Commission discussed the Housing Trust fund on 9/17, 10/15, 11/19. The ordinance ultimately passed on 11/19. There was some confusion around the Housing Trust Funds' purpose and how the funds would be used. However, it was explained that the fund is a tool to collect money for potential programs and dollars we might receive in the future. The commission supports the development of the Housing Trust Fund and if possible, they would like to review the programs being established on a regular basis. Many comments made were regarding programming the funds and involved some criticisms of who benefits from those dollars. Commissioners wanted to be sure they were being used for everyone in the City and for folks who are already invested in Brooklyn Center. Wider income levels for all housing types should be supported when possible. Questions for Council: • Do you agree with the purposes of a Local Housing Trust Fund? • Do you agree that this fund is a needed addition to Brooklyn Center? Budget Issues: There will be a commitment to invest matching funds for the first contribution, in an amount to be determined at a later time. Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Page 85 of 93 Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Housing Trust Fund Presentation 2. First Reading Local_Housing_Trust_Fund_Ordinance (1) (1) Page 86 of 93 Page 87 of 93 Page 88 of 93 Page 89 of 93 Page 90 of 93 BR291-16-985382.v3 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held on the 12th day of May, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard during the a City Council meeting at City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway to consider an ordinance related to the establishment of a Local Housing Trust Fund ORDINANCE NO. _____ AN ORDINANCE ADDING A SECTION TO CHAPTER 33 OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CODE ORDINANCES REGARDING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A LOCAL HOUSING TRUST FUND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Article 1. The Brooklyn Center City Code, Chapter 33, is amended to add Section 33-200, Local Housing Trust Fund to read in its entirety as follows: Section 33-200. LOCAL HOUSING TRUST FUND Section 33-201. ESTABLISHMENT. Pursuant to the authority granted to the city under Minnesota Statutes, Section 462C.16, a Local Housing Trust Fund is established to support the development, rehabilitation, or financing of housing, support housing projects, provide down payment assistance, rental assistance, and home buyer counseling services, and for any other purposes authorized by law. Section 33-202 FUNDING SOURCES. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 462C.16, subd. 4, and as determined by the city council, the Local Housing Trust Fund may be funded from multiple sources, which may include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Budgeted allocation of funds from the city’s Economic Development Authority (EDA) or housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) levy as approved by the Economic Development Authority and the City Council. 2. Private cash donations from individuals, organizations, and businesses designated for the Local Housing Trust Fund. 3. Grants and loans from a federal, state, or local government or other private sources. 4. Bond proceeds. 5. Payments in lieu of participation in current or future affordable housing programs. 6. Matching funds from a federal or state Local Housing Trust Fund; or a state program designated to fund a Local Housing Trust Fund. 7. Principal and interest from Local Housing Trust Fund loan repayments and all other income from Local Housing Trust Fund activities, including but not limited to investment earnings. 8. The sale of real and personal property as approved and as designated by the city council. Page 91 of 93 9. Local government appropriations, development fees and other funds as designated from time to time by the city council. 10. Tax Increment Finance (TIF) pooled funds. 11. Other sources of funding approved by the city council. Section 33-204. USE OF FUNDS. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 462C.16, subd. 3, funds in the Local Housing Trust Fund may only be used for the following: 1. Making grants, loans, and loan guarantees for the development, rehabilitation, or financing of housing. 2. Matching other funds from federal, state, or private resources for housing projects. 3. Providing down payment assistance, rental assistance, and home buyer counseling services to persons of very low, low, and moderate-income. 4. Payment of administrative expenses of the Local Housing Trust Fund in the maximum amount of ten percent of the balance of the Local Housing Trust Fund. 5. Financing the acquisition, demolition, and disposition of property for housing projects. 6. Financing construction of public improvements and utilities to aid proposed residential developments. 7. Financing the rehabilitation, remodeling, or new construction of housing. 8. Interim financing of public costs for housing projects in anticipation of a permanent financing source (i.e., construction financing, bond sale, etc.) 9. Other uses as permitted by law and approved by the City Council. Section 33-205 ADMINISTRATION OF LOCAL HOUSING TRUST FUND. 1. The Economic Development Authority in and for the City of Brooklyn Center (the “EDA”) shall administer the Local Housing Trust Fund on behalf of the city. 2. Terms and Conditions of Repayment. The EDA shall determine the terms and conditions of repayment of loans and grants from the Local Housing Trust Fund, including but not limited to, the appropriate security and interest, if any, repayment should be required. Interest on loans and grants shall be established by the EDA from time to time or at the time of approval of a specific project or program. 3. Annual Report. The EDA shall report annually to the city on the use of the Local Housing Trust Fund, including the number of loans and grants made, the number and types of residential units assisted, and the number of households provided rental assistance and down payment assistance. Article II. Severability. Should any section or part of this ordinance be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such decision will not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole or any part other than the part declared invalid. Page 92 of 93 Article III. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective after adoption and upon thirty days following its legal publication. ________April 14, 2025_____________ _____________________________ Date Mayor ATTEST:____________________________ City Clerk (Strikeout indicates matter to be deleted, double underline indicates new matter.) Page 93 of 93