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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026 01-12 CCP REGULARCITY COUNCIL MEETING City Hall Council Chambers January 12, 2026 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 - Graves 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 - Motion to approve meeting minutes: •December 1, 2025, Regular Session •December 8, 2025 Study Session •December 8, 2025, Regular Session •December 19, 2025, Special Meeting b.Approval of Licenses - Motion to approve licenses as presented c.Resolution Declaring Commitment to the Brooklyn Center City Charter for Page 1 of 335 2026 - Motion to approve a resolution declaring commitment to the Brooklyn Center City Charter d. Resolution Appointing Presiding Officers - Mayor Pro Tem and Acting Mayor Pro Tem for 2026 - Motion to approve a Resolution Appointing Presiding Officers - Mayor Pro Tem and Acting Mayor Pro Tem for 2026 e. Resolution Designating Official Newspaper for 2026 - Motion to approve a Resolution Designating Official Newspaper for 2026 f. Resolution Appointing Council Members to Commissions and Outside Organizations for 2026 g. Resolution Appointing Brooklyn Center Representatives to the Executive Committee and/or Board of Directors of the Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth, Hennepin Recycling Group, Local Government Information Systems (LOGIS), Northwest Tourism, North Metro Mayors Association, Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission, Pets Under Police Security (PUPS), and Twin Lake Joint Powers Organization for 2026 h. Resolution Appointing Municipal Trustees to the Brooklyn Center Fire Relief Association Board of Trustees - Motion to approve a Resolution Appointing Municipal Trustees to the Brooklyn Center Fire Relief Association Board of Trustees i. Resolution Recognizing the Contributions of Ethnic Populations and Heritage Celebrations for 2026 - Motion to Approve the Resolution Recognizing the Contributions of Ethnic Populations and Heritage Celebrations j. Resolution Accepting Grant Funding from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry's Building Official Training Program and Authorizing Execution of Grant Agreement - Motion to approve Resolution Accepting Grant Funding from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry's Building Official Training Program and Authorizing Execution of Grant Agreement k. Administrative Citations and Fee Schedule Changes - Motion to approve a resolution adopting a fee schedule for the administrative penalty system. l. Resolution Authorizing Amendment 10 to the Loan Origination Agreement between the Economic Development Authority (EDA) of Brooklyn Center and the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) - Motion to approve a Resolution Authorizing Amendment 10 to the Loan Origination Agreement between the Economic Development Authority (EDA) of Page 2 of 335 Brooklyn Center and the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) m. Resolution Designating the Depositories for City Funds for 2026 - Motion to approve the Resolution Designating the Depositories for City Funds for 2026 n. Resolution Opting Not to Waive Limited Tort Liability for 2026 - Motion to approve Resolution Opting Not to Waive Limited Tort Liability for 2026 o. Resolution Granting Corporate Authority for Signing of Checks and Transactions of Financial Business Matters for 2026 - Motion to approve Resolution Granting Corporate Authority for Signing of Checks and Transactions of Financial Business Matters for 2026 p. Resolution Establishing Parking Restrictions on John Martin Drive from Shingle Creek Parkway to the City Right-of-Way Boundary - It is recommended that the City Council approve the resolution establishing no-parking restrictions along both sides of John Martin Drive from Shingle Creek Parkway to the City right-of-way boundary 230 ft southeast of the intersection of Earle Brown Drive and John Martin Drive in accordance with Municipal State Aid (MSA) requirements. q. Resolution Approving the 2026 Fee Schedule - Motion to approve the Resolution Approving the 2026 Fee Schedule r. Resolution Appointing Interim City Manager - Motion to approve a Resolution Appointing the Interim City Manager for the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 7. Presentations/Proclamations/Recognitions/Donations 8. Public Hearings 9. Planning Commission Items a. Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007 Submitted by OGA Madam Kitchen for Issuance of a Conditional Use Permit for a Multi-Purpose Event Space within the OGA Madam Kitchen Restaurant at Shingle Creek Center (6000 Shingle Creek Parkway) - Motion to adopt a resolution approving Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007 for issuance of a conditional use permit (CUP) to operate a multi-use event space within the approximately 3,040-square foot OGA Madam Kitchen restaurant located at 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway and within the Shingle Creek Center shopping center, based on the findings of fact and submitted application, and as amended by the conditions of approval in the resolution. b. Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008 Submitted by Rory Purnell of Melt City Barbering School of Craftsmanship for Issuance of a Conditional Use Permit for a Barber School Located within Humboldt Shopping Center (6800 Humboldt Avenue North) Page 3 of 335 - Motion to adopt a resolution approving Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008 for issuance of a conditional use permit for the Subject Property located at 6800 Humboldt Avenue North for an approximately 1,500-square- foot barber school, based on the findings of fact and submitted application, and as amended by the conditions of approval in the resolution. 10. Council Consideration Items 11. Council Report 12. Adjournment Page 4 of 335 COUNCIL MEETING DECORUM FOR THE PUBLIC 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 City Council has established 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. 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 5 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk THROUGH: Daren Nyquist, Deputy City Manager BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve meeting minutes: • December 1, 2025, Regular Session • December 8, 2025 Study Session • December 8, 2025, Regular Session • December 19, 2025, Special Meeting 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. 2025.12.01 CC draft 2. 2025.12.08 SS draft 3. 2025.12.08 CC draft 4. 2025.12.19 SP draft Page 6 of 335 12/01/25 -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 SPECIAL SESSION DECEMBER 1, 2025 CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in a Special Session, called to order by Mayor April Graves at 6:33 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor April Graves and Councilmembers Dan Jerzak, Teneshia Kragness, and Laurie Ann Moore. Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Finance Director Angela Holm, and City Clerk Shannon Pettit. Councilmember Kris Lawrence-Anderson was absent. 2026 BUDGET CITY MANAGER’S BUDGET TRANSMITTAL LETTER FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026 Dr. Edwards explained that this meeting is for Truth and Taxation to present the budget to the public and finalize the budget. He said he and Finance Director Angela Holm would be presenting the budget tonight. Dr. Edwards asked if the Council wanted to make a motion to accept the transmittal letter before the presentation or after. Councilmember Moore asked if that motion was in the packet or if it was just to start the process of discussing the budget. Dr. Edwards said the motion was in the packet, on page three of 206. Councilmember Moore asked if accepting the transmittal letter meant the Council was voting to accept the proposed budget as well. Dr. Edwards confirmed the motion was just to accept the transmittal letter. Councilmember Moore moved, and Mayor Graves seconded to accept the City Manager's Budget Transmittal Letter for the City of Brooklyn Center's 2026 Budget. Motion passed unanimously. Dr. Edwards explained that the presentation was primarily what the Council heard during the preliminary levy budget meeting. He said there would be some minor modifications, and the Page 7 of 335 12/01/25 -2- DRAFT purpose of the presentation is to provide an overview of the budget process, the factors for the 2026 annual levy budget, fiscal analysis, and impacts. Dr. Edwards explained the extensive budget process, which began in June and July, where the City Council and the Finance Commission held joint Work Sessions about the audit, the budget overview, and the levy. Several meetings took place in August, where the joint Work Sessions also heard budget presentations from Department heads, debt service funds, and the Central Garage. He noted that in September, the City Council heard a preliminary levy and budget recommendation at their meeting. In October and November, the City Council held additional joint Work Sessions with the Finance Commission, where they heard budget presentations on Utilities, Grant funds, and the Enterprise fund. The Council also heard a presentation on Utility rates at their regular Council meeting last month. He noted that the budget process starts with the City's mission statement to provide safe, high-quality services and an inclusive community. He said that the budget has a focus on four strategic priorities, which include maintaining a strong financial position, improving community and employee safety, strengthening diversity and business development and housing, and improving the employees' experience. Dr. Edwards continued to explain the budget guiding factors. He said those factors include meeting challenges of systemic societal wealth and cost, such as the increase in the cost of living, which was outpacing income, other jurisdictions' tax increases, such as school districts, immediate tax burden versus long-term financial sustainability, and past reductions, including reducing City Staff. He explained that the path forward cannot include a reduction of operational costs after three years of reductions, but will focus on economic growth, investment, program innovation, and long-term funding stability. Dr. Edwards reminded the Council that Brooklyn Center's preliminary levy was set at 4.98 percent, and compared it to other surrounding cities that set their levies as high as 15.87 percent. He explained that the 2026 budget investments include a three percent wage increase for cost of living, benefits for City Staff, FMLA per Minnesota state law, Central Garage, Reserve fund restoration, and bonding costs. He noted that reductions included part-time employees not receiving the cost of the living raise, the elimination of one full-time firefighter position, two part-time Community Service Officers, reduction in hours for the Artist-in-Residence, one full time position in the office of Community Prevention, Health, and Safety, one full-time position in Administration Communication, and the elimination of a City Council consulting contract. He explained that while the reductions were not easy to make, City Staff chose to focus on the guiding principles of maintaining employee morale while maintaining service integrity, leveraging opportunities by potentially combining positions, addressing systemic challenges, addressing immediate pain, and keeping things fair and equitable across the City’s organization. Dr. Edwards explained that budget adjustments between the proposed budget and the annual budget include worker’s comp insurance rates have decreased, resulting in a reduced cost, modest expense reductions, and modest wage adjustments, resulting in reduced cost. These adjustments have a budget impact that includes restoring Sunday hours at the Community Center for room rental, if available. He said the Community Center has already adjusted its Staffing, so for right Page 8 of 335 12/01/25 -3- DRAFT now, the Community Center will not fully reopen on Sundays. Restoring funding for one Fire Duty Crew position, which is part of a larger plan to adequately staff the Department, mitigate the impact of salary adjustments implemented after September 22, 2025, when the preliminary levy was set, and reducing the preliminary levy from 4.98 percent to 4.78 percent. Dr. Edwards said some of the adjustment impacts obviously include Staff reduction, which affects productivity, service quality, and morale. He explained that after analyzing the foot traffic that came through the Community Center on Sundays, it was determined that it was the only day that would have the least impact on residents, but he acknowledged that it still hurts. He noted that other adjustments were made, such as delaying cell phone purchases for Staff and future firefighter positions, which will have to be addressed later on. He noted that the final proposed levy increase for 2026 is 4.78 percent, which is a total $1,261,631 increase that includes the general levy and bonding. Ms. Holm explained that the budget policies provide a basic framework and assist in the decision- making process. Those policies include a balanced budget, which means current revenue should pay for current expenses, which is more complex than it sounds. She said she would provide a more detailed document to the Council that explains the concept of a structurally balanced budget. She noted that the budget would include a contingency of up to five percent, provide adequate funding for capital replacement and maintenance, and that the budget should describe goals, services, and programs. Ms. Holm said revenue policies direct how the City maintains the ability to pay for services it provides its customers. She explained that revenue should maintain a diversified and stable revenue system. She noted that annual revenue estimates are completed through an objective, conservative, analytical process, and user fees should be reviewed and revised on an annual basis. She said that fees and user charges for Enterprise funds should fully support total direct and indirect costs, and user fees for City services will generally be established at a level that will recover the full cost of providing the service. Ms. Holm explained that one of the big topics of recent years is the median home value, and the value of someone's home based on what their property tax levy from the City is calculated from. She noted that from 2022 to 2023, there was a fairly significant increase that the residents definitely felt, but since that time, the increases have been much lower. She compared the median home value in Brooklyn Center to several surrounding cities, with Golden Valley's median home value coming in at $447,200 versus Brooklyn Center’s $281,000. She continued to explain the taxable market value estimates and noted that this number is assigned by the county, which is the consolidation of all the properties and businesses within the City. She said that Brooklyn Center's taxable market value went up less than half a percent for all properties for 2026, but as the City considers more economic development, this would impact the taxable market value and increase the value of commercial, industrial, and apartment properties. She noted that residential homes were the only properties that increased by three percent for 2026. She explained that the property tax levy was lowered to 4.78 percent, and said it was worth noting that an increase or decrease of one percent is approximately $250,000 in revenue. Page 9 of 335 12/01/25 -4- DRAFT Ms. Holm explained the cost of government for the 2026 median value residential property. She displayed a chart that clearly states how the cost is allocated by City Department, with the three highest being the Police taking the majority at $656, Public Works taking $328, and general government taking $209. She explained the projected property tax impacts and that City Staff looks at how a percentage would impact the levy. She said that it is important to remember that the calculation is complex and is based on the taxable market value of the home, along with applying a homestead tax credit, and the calculation is based on that amount. She noted that for the median home value, the tax rate is 64.097, which equates to a $134 increase. She said that if the levy went up or down by one percent, that amount would adjust by $15. Ms. Holm detailed the budget process next steps, which include the special meeting held tonight for adoption of the 2026 budget and levy, and submitting the final levy amount to Hennepin County by December 30. Once that is completed, work will begin on the 2027 budget. She noted that tonight’s actions include a Public Hearing to take public comments and approval of the three resolutions. She asked the Council if there were any questions. Dr. Edwards said he wanted to clarify for the record that communications had gone out to residents that the Community Center would be closed on Sundays, prior to the determination that room rentals would still be available on Sunday. He said if the Council gets questions regarding the Community Center not being open on Sundays, there is an option for room rentals. Councilmember Kragness asked if the fitness center is not open on Sundays. Dr. Edwards confirmed that it is not open on Sundays, room rentals only. Councilmember Kragness requested that she get the projected property tax impact detailed sheet from Ms. Holm. She asked about the positions that were eliminated, since those positions were budgeted for 2025, and if the effective date begins in 2026. Dr. Edwards confirmed that those employees would be employed through the holidays. Councilmember Moore asked if Mayor Graves wanted comments after or before the Public Hearing. Mayor Graves responded that the Council can make comments now and after the Public Hearing. Councilmember Moore asked Ms. Holm about the Artist-in-Resident position on page 136 of 206, where it states that there has been a reduction of 0.125 hours, but in the budget, it shows that the City is fully funding that position at $38,000. She said she knows part of that position is grant- funded, and the other is part of the tax levy. Ms. Holm said the Artist-in-Residence was a 0.625- funded position, and a portion of that position was grant-funded; however, the movement to fully fund that position at the 0.625 would require an increase in the budget, so it was reduced and is fully funded now by the General fund. Councilmember Moore asked if this budget reflects a part-time Artist-in-Residence that is taxpayer-funded through the levy. Ms. Holm confirmed that it is correct. Councilmember Moore Page 10 of 335 12/01/25 -5- DRAFT asked about another allocation of $50,000 towards arts and sculptures in the CIP. Ms. Holm said that it is funded every other year with an allocation of $50,000 towards public art. Councilmember Moore said she was opposed to taxpayers' funding an Artist-in-Residence program when the City is not giving part-time City employees cost-of-living increases. She said the budget is supposed to describe goals, services, and programs, and she does not think that is fully communicated as she looks through the budget. Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Moore seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Lori B. said she wanted to comment regarding the layoffs and the cutbacks at the Community Center. She said providing opportunities for youth to keep them out of trouble should be the focus, since there is not a lot to do in Brooklyn Center, and closing the Community Center does not help. She said she is very opposed to seeing the money that is continually spent without question, while taking away firefighter positions. Julie B. said she is a 16-year resident and is disabled. She thanked City Staff for the time they took to prepare the budget, and understands there were difficult constraints this year. She said she is disappointed that there were lay-offs and that there was no capacity given to avoid that. She said even as a low-income resident, she would have happily paid an extra $30 a year to have those services and avoid people losing their jobs. She said she is disappointed with the messaging that the community received early on in the budget process, which set up the community to be upset no matter what. She said the idea that there would ever be a zero percent budget increase was unrealistic at best and set up the community to be upset, no matter what happens during this time. Mayor Graves informed Julie B. that she was out of time and thanked her for addressing the Council. Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Moore seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2026 ANNUAL CITY BUDGET Councilmember Moore thanked the residents for addressing the Public Hearing. She said she agreed regarding the Community Center, but Sunday was the lowest traffic date and was an administrative decision. She said she was elected to represent 33,782 residents, and she looked at everything during budget meetings and went line by line through the budget. She said she still has concerns about the 4.78 percent levy, especially for people who are on individual or fixed incomes. She said that the City is already past 25 percent water utility rates, which is astounding even for someone who is single or a single parent, but for a family of four, it will be a significant increase. She noted that there is a water meter fiasco in the City, which Staff have a plan in place to remediate, and she hopes that a contract is finalized to get that underway by the end of the year. She said the Page 11 of 335 12/01/25 -6- DRAFT Council was told that the City is losing upwards of $200,000 annually on faulty water meters. She noted that she still thinks there is a Department that has duplication, but this Department did receive a reduction in Staff. She said she believes strongly in expanded response and reaching out to community members who are having mental health crises, but currently, there is an embedded Social Worker within the Police Department, as well as a contract with Canopy Roots through May, and a Paramedic and Social Worker through Hennepin County. She said there is also a position within Parks and Recreation called Workers and Interveners, and moving forward, maybe duplication for those types of positions can be looked at to determine if they are worth it. She reiterated that the Artist-in-Residence position is not worth it, considering all the other increases. She said that with the loss of a full-time Staff member in Communication, she hopes that other Staff can somehow bridge that gap through the website and other means, since maybe 0.25 of City residents are actually engaged. Councilmember Jerzak said he appreciates Councilmember Moore's comments and her dissent, but negotiating a budget requires give and take, and no one ever gets everything they want. He said while he appreciates some residents saying they would rather pay more than eliminate City Staff, some people do not have the capacity to pay more, and there is a delicate balance. He said he met with Dr. Edwards a number of times to discuss the budget, and appreciates the Staff's efforts in making these difficult decisions, and they did the best they could with what the City has. He said he would support the budget. Councilmember Kragness thanked City Staff for getting the levy as low as they could and knows it was a team effort. She said she wanted to comment on the miscommunication that went out about a zero percent levy increase, which is not realistic when the cost of living has already increased by three percent, and the Council needs to be careful about the information that they are putting out. She said that this notion also pertains to the Community Center closing, and recognizing that things can change before putting information out to the public. She said she does not agree with everything that has happened to get the City to this point, but she understands it and is willing to go forward with what it is. Mayor Graves thanked the residents who commented and said she tends to agree with everyone's statements to one effect or another. She said she is not entirely happy with the cuts that happened to the budget, and has a difference in opinion about what essential services are for the City, and ways to invest in the City. She said City Staff worked very hard, and collaborated across Departments and brought back a budget that the Council could get behind collectively. She said she hopes to continue to see the benefits of some of the work that the Council has done over the last four to five years, which has been innovative in community development, prevention, and safety, and start to quantify the benefits and ways to save money. She said she understands that it takes time, sometimes five to 10 years, to see the cost benefits of decisions that they are making now. She said she is feeling a little bit disappointed, but at the same time, feeling a sense of accomplishment because they have gotten to this point together with the help of the Staff while respecting each other's differences and having respectful conversations. Page 12 of 335 12/01/25 -7- DRAFT Mayor Graves moved and Councilmember Kragness seconded to adopt a RESOLUTION adopting the 2026 Annual City budget. Councilmember Moore voted against the same. Motion passed. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2026-2035 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND ADOPTING THE 2026 CAPITAL PROGRAM Councilmember Kragness moved, and Mayor Graves seconded to adopt a RESOLUTION Approving the 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Plan and Adopting the 2026 Capital Program. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL TAX CAPACITY LEVIES FOR THE GENERAL FUND AND DEBT SERVICE FUNDS AND A MARKET VALUE TAX LEVY FOR THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR PROPERTY TAXES PAYABLE IN 2026 Councilmember Kragness moved, and Mayor Graves seconded to adopt a RESOLUTION Approving Final Tax Capacity Levies for the General Fund and Debt Service Funds and a Market Value Tax Levy for Housing and Redevelopment Authority for Property Taxes Payable in 2026. Motion passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Kragness moved and Mayor Graves seconded adjournment of the Special Session at 7:25 pm. Motion passed unanimously. Page 13 of 335 12/08/25 -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 DECEMBER 8, 2025 CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session called to order by Mayor April Graves at 6:01 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor April Graves, Councilmembers Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Dan Jerzak, and Laurie Ann Moore. Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Deputy City Manager Daren Nyquist, Community Development Director Jesse Anderson, City Clerk Shannon Pettit, and City Attorney Siobhan Tolar. Councilmember Teneshia Kragness was absent and excused. CITY COUNCIL MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION ITEMS Councilmember Jerzak noted a correction was needed for the Commercial Vehicle ordinance, which was changed in 2024, regarding the length being less than 22 feet. He said he was not sure if this was a typo, because he thought the Council had come to a consensus to extend the length in the ordinance to 26 feet. He stated that he reviewed the minutes and, on September 10, 2024, made a motion, seconded by Mayor Graves, to amend Ordinance Nos. 2024-10, 12-309 and 12-310. He said there have been questions about this, and he went to research to confirm. According to other documentation, the length is 21 feet, with no updates. He said he would like that to be researched with proper updates in all of the City's ordinances. Community Development Director Jesse Anderson said he remembered the same thing as Councilmember Jerzak and would check to make sure that the publicized version states it is 26 feet. Councilmember Jerzak said this ordinance was primarily changed for the City's food trucks. He noted that it is important to get it right, for the Chapter 5 code revisions regarding food trucks, and individuals approached the forum last week about a vehicle, and he wanted to be consistent. Mayor Graves said she would like to add the Union Contract for Police Officers to the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Moore asked if it was already added. Mayor Graves said the 49ers are already on the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Jerzak asked if this union would include the police officers and the detectives, and he assumed they were still negotiating. Page 14 of 335 12/08/25 -2- DRAFT Police Chief Garett Flesland responded that the Police Department is looking to add a tentative contract for LELS 82, which covers the officers and the detectives. He said the unions for the non- sworn are still being negotiated. Councilmember Moore asked if the Union contract was supposed to be on the Consent Agenda, and Mayor Graves is adding it. Mayor Graves confirmed Councilmember Moore was correct, and she was doing it at the request of the City Manager. Mayor Graves said she was going to add the item as 6g. Union Contract for Police Officers, to the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Moore asked if the Invocation could be brought up as a possible discussion item. She said her colleagues know that she has declined to participate for her own personal reasons. She said Invocations have a lot to do with God, and because of the separation of church and state, she has declined to participate. She said there has been a long-standing tradition in the City of Brooklyn Center to have an Invocation, and she asked if her colleagues had any thoughts on the purpose of it. Councilmember Jerzak said he respects Councilmember Moore's position. He said during his Invocations, he has not referred to God in any of his, and he uses it to address other feelings or things that are relevant, but is neutral about it. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson said she is neutral about it as well, and stated that the Council should have this discussion again when Councilmember Kragness is present, and get a consensus from the Council then. Mayor Graves agreed that they should discuss it again when all Councilmembers are present. She said she likes having an Invocation, and thinks it is an opportunity to address things that might be coming up in the community and acknowledge other events, historic or traditional. She said as long as Councilmembers are not using it as a pulpit, it is a positive thing. Councilmember Jerzak asked if he could go back and amend a statement he made earlier in the Study Session about the Commercial Vehicle ordinance, and said that if any action was taken on somebody who had a 22-foot vehicle, he would like City Staff to research that. City Attorney Siobhan Tolar said Councilmembers could call the Invocation something else, like Council Reflections, since the term Invocation might be the troublesome part. Councilmember Moore thanked Ms. Tolar for that suggestion. She said that all the Councilmembers have the opportunity to have reflections around events they have attended or other things during the City Council report. She said at times the Invocation has made her uncomfortable when people have said certain things. She said she does not understand why the Council is doing an Invocation when doing the work of the residents. Page 15 of 335 12/08/25 -3- DRAFT Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson said that having reflections during the Council report is a good suggestion. Mayor Graves said she appreciates the comments from the City Attorney and the Council, but will address it again when the full Council is present. Mayor Graves said there was a suggestion made that if the Strategic Planning update got done early, the Work Session item could be moved up to the Study Session. CITY MANAGER MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION ITEMS 2025 STRATEGIC PRIORITY PROJECT UPDATE Dr. Edwards explained that this is the second presentation that has been done on the Strategic Priority Project, with an update and goal setting. He introduced Deputy City Manager Daren Nyquist to present this item. Mr. Nyquist said he would be updating the Council on what has happened since his last presentation with the Council in July and what to look forward to in 2026. He said in July that he discussed with the Council the plan to align all the different types of work that the City does as an organization. He noted that he worked with the Department Directors throughout the year to identify 64 projects that he would define as high-impact projects. He noted that projects were slotted into priority areas outlined in the strategic plan that included enhancing economic growth, developing financial stability, increasing safety for the community and employees, improving employee engagement, and improving communication. Mr. Nyquist shared a dashboard with the Council on the current status of the 64 projects. All 64 projects are in the green on status, meaning these projects are moving forward and are aligning with all the goals across the organization. He said that in terms of completion, 92 percent of the projects are on track or already completed, with only eight percent of projects at risk or off track. He highlighted the different projects and their categories. To enhance economic growth, City Staff developed the groundwork for an Economic Growth Plan. To develop financial stability, City Staff delivered regular financial reports to the Council. To increase safety for the community and employees, City Staff built better digital forensic capabilities for the Brooklyn Center Police Department and developed and implemented a crime reduction plan. City Staff and Fire Chief Todd Berg also re-established a safety committee and updated emergency plans, camera security, and phone lines. He noted that these safety plans will have a big impact on cybersecurity and physical safety in 2026. To improve employee engagement, City Staff revamped employee onboarding and held conversations with individuals in Departments on pay analysis and 2026 budget updates. To improve communication, City Staff built an intranet site to improve access to news and documents for City Staff, and began monthly City Manager update meetings open to all City Staff. Page 16 of 335 12/08/25 -4- DRAFT Mr. Nyquist highlighted his personal observations with a lot of positive momentum and opportunities within Departments, and Staff willing to engage. He said some things that he noticed were a lack of documentation, especially for Staff's job duties and work, and if that Staff member were to leave the organization, would all their work go with them. He noted that there is also a lack of formalized structures, which outline how the City handles project management and strategic planning. Mr. Nyquist explained that for 2026, he will continue the process that began this year. He noted that some known projects will slide from 2025 into next year, which include updated standard operating guidelines in the Fire Department, the five-year financial plan, exploration of options for the Opportunity Site, Safety Committee goals, and minor updates to the City website with buried and outdated information. He explained that the goals for all this work are to execute these projects at a high level through focus, visibility, and ownership, and begin tracking progress and outcomes through data. He noted that the goal is to develop an annual process that identifies and aligns strategic priorities, and has those priorities inform annual budget processes. Mr. Nyquist explained that this year, the intentional process began, and in 2026, he wants to begin the annual strategic goal setting while building alignment and outputs, and in 2027, Departments can get on schedule to have strategic goals inform the budget conversation. He asked the Council if there were any questions. Councilmember Moore said that 64 projects seem like a lot, but with 92 percent of them accomplished, they must have been low-hanging fruit and were easily identified for completion. She asked Mr. Nyquist to elaborate on what he found in terms of lack of documentation and formal structures. Mr. Nyquist said documentation regarding processes was missing or does not exist for all City Staff. He noted an example of when City Clerk Shannon Pettit was absent for a few meetings, he had her make a checklist of her duties so those could be completed despite her absence. He said he would like City Staff to get to a point where there is a standard when people get into their position and a checklist of tasks for them to accomplish. He said for City Staff, there is a lot of institutional memory, so people just know their work, but there needs to be succession planning for when Staff leave. Councilmember Moore asked if the problems regarding formalized structure also relate to the processes, because every Department under their Director has a formalized structure for their operational tasks that Staff have to complete either daily, weekly, or monthly. Mr. Nyquist said there is a formalized structure within the Departments, but his comments were related to the strategic level and developing goals for the year, not so much how Departments work as that hierarchy is already set. It is more about working together as an organization to set goals and work together. Councilmember Moore asked if Mr. Nyquist saw positive collaboration across the organization. Mr. Nyquist responded that there is no confusion about roles within the organization and how each Department operates, but there is work to be done bridging between Departments. Page 17 of 335 12/08/25 -5- DRAFT Councilmember Jerzak said during the initial presentation regarding this in July, he was concerned about developing a City bureaucracy and was pleased to see that Mr. Nyquist's 25 highlights got tied into specific areas. He asked about the economic growth plan and if there are efforts being made to retain businesses, especially Walmart and CVS, and noted that LA Fitness is leaving on December 18. He said he understands that the City has nothing to do with the private leases, but he gave the example of the former Tires Plus and the King Buffet, and that the City owns the lots on both sides of those businesses and does not allow parking there. He noted that the nearby Detail Shop is a minority owned business and due to the no-parking signs, they are losing business. He asked if the City has reached out to the Detail Shop to offer to lease parking in the City-owned empty lots next to them to encourage that business to stay open. Councilmember Jerzak continued that it would be nice if the Council had a press release on what Mr. Nyquist is doing, because the Council also had goals when evaluating the performance of the City Manager, and it would be helpful to have that information. He noted that in terms of exploring options for the Opportunity Site, the Council does not have to be updated on everything, but there have been discussions about putting up the Opportunity Site for sale, adjusting the Comprehensive Plan, among other things, and those conversations are happening in a vacuum when ultimately the final decision is made by the Council. He noted that regarding the City's website, specific areas could be discussed with critical offerings to make the City's website better. Mayor Graves asked Mr. Nyquist where he had seen the most improvement. Mr. Nyquist said the most improvement would be in the internal communication with Staff, which has improved since he started last year. Mayor Graves added that the willingness of Staff to engage shows an improvement in trust within the City enterprise, which is important. She shared that one way to address contradictions is not to think of them as lacking anything, but to get specific about what is being blocked, and how it is being blocked, and not to get bogged down in lack of funding, lack of time, or capacity. Mayor Graves brought up the point made by Councilmember Jerzak about relationships with businesses, and said the Council does not have a lot of control over that, but maybe there is something that the Council or City Staff could do about it. She said she gets frustrated when she goes to the Walgreens in Brooklyn Center versus the Walgreens on 85th and Brooklyn Park, because the number of items is completely different, along with the cleanliness of the store, both inside and out. She said the store in Brooklyn Center is getting bad management, and some of the issues could be solved by holding management accountable. She asked why a store can be run well in one city but not in Brooklyn Center, and said it is part of being deprioritized. She noted that by addressing this, the City is standing up for the quality of businesses that the residents want in the City, and having relationships with management would help so that managers know that City Staff is paying attention. She said she has not been in LA Fitness, but she said maybe the drop-off in membership might have something to do with how it was being managed. Councilmember Moore said the reputation of Brooklyn Center has taken a hit over time, and the Council has seen that in the exodus of both large and small retail across the City. She noted that there is not a lot of interest in current spaces that could be rented, which include the empty Page 18 of 335 12/08/25 -6- DRAFT Opportunity Sites. She continued that someone purchased both Brown College and the Sears building, and they are still sitting empty. She said the Council has tried to educate themselves on why Brooklyn Center does not have a good reputation, and she still does not understand it, but it is very apparent in the northwest region of the City. She noted that the City website is also difficult to navigate, even for her, and it has been the same for a very long time. She said other neighboring cities have very engaging websites. Councilmember Moore continued that in terms of the five-year financial plan, she was concerned when there was a three-to-two vote on assessing violations to the taxes of property owners to the tune of $201,000. She asked if the vote had been different, and it had not gone to the tax rolls, how the City would make up that $201,000. She answered that the way the City would have made up that money was by making more cuts across City Departments. She said the City is not on a strong footing regarding its finances, and she has a lot of concern for Brooklyn Center and has been very outspoken about it in budget sessions, as well as sessions regarding the tax levy. She said the Council needs to make this a priority and start talking to businesses to find out what is going on. Councilmember Jerzak said in the Friday update that there was a contract issue with the Chamber of Commerce, which is a connection to local businesses. He asked how many members the Chamber of Commerce has, if there is a board of directors, and if the City regularly meets with them to see if they are staying on track. He said sometimes organizations like the Chamber of Commerce have a better connection with local businesses than the City does. Councilmember Moore asked about the number of businesses involved with the Chamber of Commerce, and whether they are paying dues, have a board of directors, or have meetings. She said there is follow-up information regarding the Chamber of Commerce she would like; otherwise, it is just another layer of bureaucracy, and the City is paying for it and does not get any information from the businesses. She said the Council does not know what it does not know. Mayor Graves asked to pull the Work Session item, the Administrative Penalties Program and Abatement Fees Discussion, and discuss it now. ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTIES PROGRAM AND ABATEMENT FEES DISCUSSION Dr. Edwards explained that the Council had previously asked the Staff to bring more information about this topic to them. He introduced Community Development Director Jesse Anderson to present this item. Mr. Anderson said he would be discussing the Administrative penalties and fees that were associated with the special assessment hearings that the Council discussed a few months ago. He noted that back in October, the Council had requested a discussion around these fees. He said the Administrative Penalty Program was created to address ongoing property code violations. Prior to the Administrative penalties, county citations were the only option, and those are criminal or civil charges that require documentation and a court date. He said this was brought to the Council to Page 19 of 335 12/08/25 -7- DRAFT be changed in 2008, since it was a change in the City Charter, which required a unanimous vote. It went on a referendum on November 28, 2008, and passed on the ballot in 2010. He said the City adopted a fee resolution in 2010, and there were three levels: a $60 ticket, $125 ticket, and a $300 ticket. He noted that citations could double per violation per day within 24 months, with a maximum of $2,000. He said there is an appeal process within 10 days of the citation to a hearing officer. The hearing officer is going to look at whether the violation occurred and the citation that was imposed. In 2024, the fees were adjusted down to a $50 ticket, $100 ticket, and the third level was adjusted based on unit size; the maximum went from $2,000 to $1,000. He gave examples of citation levels one, two, and three, with a level one citation being waste container storage, a level two citation being parking violations on the grass, and a level three citation being operating a rental without a license. Mr. Anderson explained that property code violations are found during a proactive complaint- based inspection, and a first and second notice of violation is mailed. City Staff also attempts to contact the owner or occupant about the citation and provides extensions if warranted. City Staff issue citations as a last resort, if the property is not in compliance, and the City will abate the violation as needed. The City provides abatement and passes the cost onto the owner for things like trash/junk, brush, inoperable vehicles, grass and weeds, and unsecured buildings. Mr. Anderson explained that rental license violations occur when an owner does not obtain a license, fails to renew the license, or does not pass the inspection after the license has expired. Renewal notices are emailed to the owners at 120, 90, 60, and 30 days prior to the license expiring. Paper mail notices are sent 90, 60, and 30 days prior to the license expiring. The property is posted within 30 days after the license expires, and after the property is posted, City Staff may start issuing citations to the property owner. Mr. Anderson noted that abatement fees that are charged to the owner are the costs of abatement from contractors that the City hired, along with the City's abatement fee, which was changed in 2024 from $150 to $75. If any citations or fees must be specially assessed to Hennepin County, there is an additional $40 fee, and if the assessment is not paid before rolling over to Hennepin County, there is interest charged on the amount. The City sets the interest to be charged, and this can be changed prior to rolling the amount over to Hennepin County. Mr. Anderson explained special assessment interest and said that if citations and fees are not paid and it rolls over to Hennepin County, there is interest that is charged, just like for abatement fees; the City sets the interest rate, and it can be changed. The interest rate for 2026 is set at 5.15 percent. He noted that Council could consider changing or specifying the interest rate for each of the special assessments that would include grass abatement, administrative citations, nuisance abatements, trees, and vacant building registration. He said that administrative penalties are a penalty, and all others are considered fees for service. He asked if there were any specific changes that Council would like City Staff to research or bring forward for consideration. He said typically there is a fee schedule that is approved every year, so whatever changes the Council would like to make could be put on the schedule for 2026. Page 20 of 335 12/08/25 -8- DRAFT Councilmember Jerzak said that citations are not used as a City revenue stream, and everyone can agree that is not the intention. He said on page four of 20 in the memo provided to the Council, it states that these numbers are estimated low to avoid reliance on that revenue. He said if these citations are not used for revenue, why not enter one dollar for the offset account and any money that would go to the General Fund. He said one possibility for the Staff to consider is to create a fund where people could make payments to the City for their violations. He asked Mr. Anderson if the Inspectors have shared their thoughts in meetings on writing up administrative citations to the residents, and if it is working, and what the benefits are, because when writing up citations like that, the Inspector is destroying that relationship between themselves and the residents. He noted that Mr. Anderson had asked for the Council’s input on adjustments, but without the Inspector's input, that is difficult to do, and it is important to remember that the goal is not to raise revenue or to punish people. He said one of his hopes is that the maximum fine or combination of fines is set at $2,000 because if a resident cannot pay a $50 fine, they will not be able to pay a $2,000 fine, which is why so many had to be certified to the tax rolls. He said he would also like to remove the doubling of the violations in the 24-month period and on a per-day basis, because it is unrealistic and punitive. He said the City used to be very aggressive, and if a resident was running a rental without a license, they were issued a one-time warning, and then it was sent to the City Prosecutor to take it out of the hands of the Inspector and let the courts deal with it. He said that the process also allows the plaintiff to make their case to the court because there are always two sides to the story, and it requires Inspectors to document everything, making them better Inspectors. Councilmember Jerzak continued that on page three of 20 in the memo provided to the Council, that a level two violation is parking on the grass but most of the homes in the City are landlocked or only have a single car garage or the residents are living in a multi-generational home, and the City does not allow parking on the street between 2:00 and 6:00 a.m. so parking on the grass is their only choice. He continued that the UDO was also changed, so the landlords cannot use class five residential zoning, and there were no grants made available for concrete to extend driveways or parking, and concrete is extremely costly right now. He said at some point, he is going to request that the Council go back and look at that again because class five has served the City for years and years. He said citations should be a last resort, before referring to City Prosecutors or anywhere else. He asked what other similar cities are doing as far as citations and fee schedules go, and if there have been comparisons made. He said City Staff should also present their recommendations, because they are the boots on the ground issuing these citations. Councilmember Moore said she had to concur with Councilmember Jerzak and thinks in many ways that these citations are inequitable. She noted that she drives around the City all the time, and sees garbage cans sitting out a week after pickup, and asked if those residents are issued a citation for that. She added that the City is the most economically disadvantaged population in the Metro, and over $2,000 went to the residents' taxes, on top of their property taxes, the school referendum, and the county taxes. She said anything that can be more educational and informative for the residents. She said there are definitely eyesores around the City, but she does not know what can be done about them other than towing some of these vehicles. She said the fees were punitive, and it was a lot of money that the City brought in and added to residents' taxes that are already strapped for cash. She said the City could be more collaborative and not punitive, and Page 21 of 335 12/08/25 -9- DRAFT anyone with cognition can see that these fees are a revenue stream for the City. She said she does not know if this can be delayed for the future or if there has to be a vote on it, but she would not be in favor of what was presented tonight. She stated she appreciated the presentation from Mr. Anderson. Dr. Edwards said that this discussion was under a Work Session, and there is no particular action asked of the Council at this time. Councilmember Jerzak added that on page six of 20, for the record, there were 48 citations issued that were over $1,000, and there were 27 that were over $2,000, and 12 were over $5,000. Mayor Graves said she appreciates her comments from her fellow Councilmembers, and appreciates the comments about the driveway issues and the inequity around the inspections being complaint-based and random. She said she liked the recommendation of asking City Staff, who are required to write those administrative citations, for their input. She said she knows that the City has done some work on educating the public since she has been on the Council, and she recognizes that there needs to be balance and ordinances need to be followed. She said she liked the idea of establishing a fund that residents could pay into for citations, and changing the interest rates depending on the types of citations. She asked how quickly abatement really happens, because residents testified that they got a notice, and 11 days later, the City had done abatement, and she does not think that is a fair amount of time for residents to rectify the situation. She asked if there was additional time given for extenuating circumstances. Mr. Anderson said there is additional time given for extenuating circumstances, for example, a resident was out for medical treatment, called City Staff to explain, and an abatement had already been done. He said if that resident had called three hours earlier, abatement would have been delayed in that circumstance. He said the typical timeline for grass abatement is eight days, and large items that need to be cleaned up that are more challenging are longer, but the soonest abatement would happen is 10 days after the notice. He said that if City Staff see items of value being left out on the property, a couple of notices are sent before abatement occurs because it is challenging to remove valuable items. He said when it comes to towing vehicles, there are a couple of notices sent before towing because taking someone's transportation is serious, and the City could do it within seven days, but typically does not. Mayor Graves said revisiting the timelines between abatement and notices should also occur as part of this process. Councilmember Jerzak said the vacant building fees should also be revisited, because those fees were established during the peak of foreclosures, and it is very different now. He said there should be exceptions made, particularly for those in transition between assisted living care and nursing homes, instead of punishing those residents. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Graves adjourned the Study Session at 7:01 p.m. Page 22 of 335 12/08/25 -10- DRAFT Page 23 of 335 12/08/25 -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 DECEMBER 8, 2025 CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Informal Open Forum called to order by Mayor April Graves at 7:08 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Mayor April Graves, Councilmembers Dan Jerzak, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, and Laurie Ann Moore. Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Parks and Recreation Director Cordell Wiseman, Police Chief Garett Flesland, Fire Chief Todd Berg, Community Development Director Jesse Anderson, City Clerk Shannon Pettit, and City Attorney Siobhan Tolar. Councilmember Teneshia Kragness was absent and excused. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 4. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM Mayor April Graves opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum and reviewed the Rules of Decorum. No one wished to address the Council. Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Moore seconded to close the Informal Open Forum. Motion passed unanimously. 5. INVOCATION Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson reminded everyone during the holiday season to be mindful of the reason for the season, no matter what you believe. She stated in her opinion that it is about family, food, and festivities, and told people to be kind, patient, and enjoy the season. 6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Page 24 of 335 12/08/25 -2- DRAFT Councilmember Moore moved, and Councilmember Jerzak seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, as amended, with amendments to the minutes as stated during the Study Session, with a change to the Consent Agenda to add item 6g. Resolution Approving the Labor Agreement for Law Enforcement Services LELS, Local 82 Officers and Detectives, and the City of Brooklyn Center for the calendar years of 2025 and 2026, and the Work Session item, Administrative Penalties Program and Abatement Fees Discussion, was moved to the Study Session, and the following consent items were approved: 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. November 24, 2025 – Study Session 2. November 24, 2025 – Regular Session 3. November 24, 2025 – EDA/Work Session 6b. LICENSES GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Brooklyn BP 6044 Brooklyn Boulevard Christy’s Auto Service 5300 Dupont Avenue North Holiday Station Store #292 420 66th Avenue North Kabalan Co. dba Pump N Munch 1505 69th Avenue North LIQUOR LICENSE The 50’s Grill 5524 Brooklyn Boulevard Captain Crab 1350 Suite A Shingle Creek Crossing Dos Hermanos II 1400 Shingle Creek Crossing Hiep Sing 6201 Brooklyn Boulevard Jambo Africa 1601 Freeway Boulevard Oga Madam 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway Palm Grove Event Center 2590 Freeway Boulevard Suite #2 MECHANICAL Falcon Mechanical 190 3rd Street South, Dassel 55325 Johnson Heating and Cooling LLC 28519 149th Street Northwest, Page 25 of 335 12/08/25 -3- DRAFT Zimmerman 55398 TOBACCO LICENSES Cub Foods 3245 County Road North Holiday Station Store #292 420 66th Avenue North Holiday Station store #2099 Commissary 6890 Shingle Creek Parkway Jambo Africa 1601 Freeway Boulevard Kabalan Co. dba Pump N Munch 1505 69th Avenue North Royalty & Sons Tobacco 6044 Brooklyn Boulevard Walgreens 6390 Brooklyn Boulevard RENTAL INITIAL (TYPE II – two-year license) 3401 47th Avenue North Residents at Ryan Lake, LLC INITIAL (TYPE I – three-year license) 3806 72nd Avenue North Brett Christopher Hulett RENEWAL (TYPE IV – six-month license) 7212 Lee Avenue North Q K Fang & S Xu & H XU RENEWAL (TYPE III – one-year license) 6740 Grimes Place Victoria Townhouses 1 RENEWAL (TYPE II – two-year license) 3305 53rd Avenue North Lake Point Apartments Llc 4450 58th Avenue North Park Place off Broadway 1316 68th Lane Valeria McKissack 1323 67th Lane North 786 Homes-f23 Llc 3512 72nd Avenue North Cosco Property I Llc 6915 Logan Avenue North ATV LLC RENEWAL (TYPE I – three-year license) 1519 Humboldt Place North Johnson Organization Inc Page 26 of 335 12/08/25 -4- DRAFT 5410 France Avenue North SFR BORROWER 2022-1 LLC 5640 Fremont Avenue North Cel Motion Llc 6343 Dupont Avenue North We Are Superior Contracts 6c. RESOLUTION 2025-124 DESIGNATING POLLING PLACES FOR THE 2026 ELECTIONS 6d. RESOLUTION 2025-125 APPROVING THE AMENDMENT TO COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT REGARDING JOINT COMMUNITY POLICE PARTNERSHIP (JCPP) 6e. APPROVAL OF THE CONTRACT FOR INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS (IUOE) LOCAL 49 (PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE) AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR THE CALENDAR YEARS 2026-2028 6f. 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE 6g. RESOLUTION 2025-126 APPROVING THE LABOR AGREEMENT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES LELS, LOCAL 82 OFFICERS AND DETECTIVES, AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR THE CALENDAR YEARS OF 2025 AND 2026 7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS 7a. RESOLUTION 2025-127 EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF POLICE SERGEANT STEPHEN PASTOR Mayor Graves read aloud a resolution expressing recognition and appreciation for the dedicated public service of Police Sergeant Stephen Pastor. Councilmember Jerzak moved, and Councilmember Moore seconded to adopt the RESOLUTION expressing Recognition and Appreciation for the Dedicated Public Service of Police Sergeant Stephen Pastor. Motion passed unanimously. Dr. Edwards thanked Mr. Pastor and said that in his time in Brooklyn Center, there has not been a more upstanding officer that he has encountered at the Police Station. He noted that the things Mr. Pastor has done in the community, along with training in the community while representing the Labor Union and being a voice for officers, have been greatly appreciated. He noted that Mr. Pastor has been unabashedly unashamed to speak from his perspective while trying to bring Page 27 of 335 12/08/25 -5- DRAFT wisdom to conversations. He said Mr. Pastor's wisdom and insight, and 25 years doing a dangerous job, are commendable, and it has been an honor to say thank you to Mr. Pastor for his service. Chief Flesland said Mr. Pastor has been a fabulous partner and a great friend, who has taught him a lot and left an impact that will be felt for a long time. He wished Mr. Pastor well. Councilmember Jerzak said one of the greatest things about Mr. Pastor is his love for animals and dogs, which says a lot. He said he would miss Mr. Pastor; he appreciated him, and nothing more could be said. 7b. PARKS AND RECREATION OUTREACH PRESENTATION Dr. Edwards explained that a few years ago, Parks and Recreation created an Outreach program to help address issues and complaints that the City was receiving from neighborhoods and communities regarding the parks. Dr. Edwards introduced Parks and Recreation Director Cordell Wiseman, Deputy Director Carissa Goebel, and Outreach Supervisor Charles Walker to present this item. Mr. Wiseman said he has been looking forward to presenting this program to the Council. He said this program was formed due to a lot of feedback from residents about concerns regarding activities and events in the parks, such as noise nuisances, parties, alcohol, and overcrowding. He noted that his first 180-day plan when he came on board as Director was to address programming, and this program was part of that, particularly around teams and community. He said that the Outreach program addressed issues and activities not just in parks, but also in areas around the community, including the Community Center. He said it was unfair to expect police to respond at all times to issues within the parks, and that is how the Outreach Team could step in and help before police needed to be called. He said this program was created by restructuring the Parks and Recreation budget. He explained that the Outreach Team operates seven days a week, including many holidays, and includes one full-time Outreach Manager, two part-time year-round Outreach Specialists, and two part-time seasonal Outreach Specialists. Mr. Wiseman introduced Outreach Supervisor Charles Walker and his two part-time year-round employees, Ramont "Cheese" and Melissa, to the Council. He added that Minneapolis actually started a similar Outreach program for its parks, based on the Outreach program started in Brooklyn Center. Mr. Wiseman said there has been a lot of positive feedback about the Outreach program from the community. He explained that the 2026 budget of $230,411 was reallocated from other parts of the Park and Recreation budget and includes mostly costs of staffing the program year-round. The Outreach Program also focuses on teen Outreach in schools during the day to build connections and provide mentorship with after-school activities, field trips for job skills and leadership development, and to assist with learn to swim enrichment classes. He said when he first got here, the basketball courts were pulled out of Fire Station Park, which was really frustrating because it eliminated a resource for teens and a place for them to go, which just created more problems within Page 28 of 335 12/08/25 -6- DRAFT the community. He added that since then, there have been basketball courts added to Lions Park, and there have not been any nuisances or problems reported there. Mr. Walker explained that the main focus areas for the Parks and Community Center are to have regular rounds to each park daily by Staff during the summer, host teen/youth activities all year round with summer cookouts, and back to school events, and Trunk or Treat during Halloween, He noted that Staff communicate with and support park neighborhoods, and to support Community Center Staff, that includes telling residents to call the Outreach Team before calling the police to deal with problems within the parks. The Outreach Program also focuses on teen outreach in schools during the day to build connections and provide mentorship with after-school activities, such as open gym three times a week. They also provide a teen night where Staff sit and talk with teens, get to know them. The Outreach program also provides field trips for job skills and leadership development, such as construction work, where ten kids helped the Outreach Team build a ticket booth at the school this summer. The Outreach Team also assists with Learn to Swim enrichment classes through the Aquatics program, which can help teens potentially get jobs as lifeguards after they finish the program. He noted that last year, one teen did not know how to swim when he started, and within six months, he had his lifeguard certification. Mr. Wiseman said he wanted to add that Councilmember Kragness went to the open gym one night and had asked some of the kids if they would be willing to come to the Council to share their story. He noted that some of them came to the meeting tonight, but he shared that if they did not have the open gym program, these teens had said they would be doing what they did before, and would be back on the streets, causing problems and getting into trouble. Mr. Wiseman also discussed a child who communicated with the Outreach Team that they did not have a safe adult in their life, and through the Outreach Team, the police were able to get involved, get intel, and work together to solve the problem for this child. He said he is really proud of the Outreach Program because prior to that, some of these kids did not have the resources to help them. He noted that the open gym typically has 40 to 70 kids show up at night, as opposed to them hanging out on the streets until 9:00 p.m. Dr. Edwards said he wanted to add his own input about this program, and said in 2021, the City was going through a very challenging time, and Staff had to think about how to work in different ways. One key insight was that there had to be work done in the schools with the kids, which is why the Outreach Program is doing cookouts and building relationships to be able to handle and deal with things if they go south. He said that some people have asked why Parks and Recreation is in the schools, but there is a strategy and a rationale there because, in building those relationships, there can be intervention and prevention at some point, if needed, with certain behaviors. Mr. Wiseman shared that the Community Center has not developed, equipped, or addressed teams within the community, which is why the Outreach Team is so important. He noted that there is also a cross-department partnership between the Outreach Team and the Police Department, which not only helps address issues in the parks quickly but also allows the Outreach Team to help foster relationships between the youth and the police in the community. Page 29 of 335 12/08/25 -7- DRAFT Mr. Wiseman also noted that when he came on as Director, Public Works was very frustrated because Parks and Recreation had a lot of parties in the parks, and Public Works had to deal with all the clean-up. He said that the Outreach Team now takes care of all that, to ensure residents pick up after themselves, and includes fines if residents leave a mess in the parks, eliminating the need for Public Works to take care of it. Mr. Wiseman said Parks and Recreation and the Outreach Team also have a relationship with the City’s Fire Department and collaborate with them for events such as Trunk-or-Treat for Halloween, and help foster that relationship with the youth as well. Mr. Wiseman noted that Parks and Recreation also has an internal partnership with Community Prevention of Health and Safety, and that program has its purpose as a City-wide program, but the Parks and Recreation and Outreach Team work is different, and is strictly about their own programs and parks. He noted that the Outreach Team does not respond to areas outside of parks in the community, but will support the police if needed. Councilmember Jerzak said when this program started, he was skeptical, but he will give Mr. Wiseman his accolades for the successes that this team has achieved and the amount of work that has been done with so little. He said he remembered the ribbon cutting at Belleveue Park with the county, and he watched Mr. Walker engage with the youth in a pick-up basketball game. He said that when he does not have angry emails on a consistent basis about the parks, he knows that things are going better, and he is grateful. He thanked Mr. Wiseman for his work and for starting this program. Councilmember Moore said the budget that Mr. Wiseman has used for this program has been well spent. She said that the seasonal Outreach has been a success, and asked if there was overtime related to the Staff who have to work on holidays. Mr. Wiseman stated that there is no overtime offered on holidays. Councilmember Moore commended Mr. Wiseman on all the activities that Parks and Recreation are doing to engage with the youth in the community. She asked if the room rentals available at the Community Center could be a teen spot going forward in 2026, where some activities could be planned. Mr. Wiseman said that if there is space available on Sundays at the Community Center, and the Outreach program needs the space for a program, then they can utilize it and set up any activity. Mr. Walker responded that the majority of the programs they do at the Firehouse and the Blue Barn are in that area because the majority of the kids involved in the program live in that area. Councilmember Moore said there could be some kids who would potentially look at going to the Community Center, though, too. She asked if the kids are happy with the Blue Barn and the Firehouse. Mayor Graves said it probably depends on what the kids want to do. Mr. Wiseman said Outreach goes to where the kids are at, and the programs are based on what the kids want to do. He said these kids like playing basketball, and out of that, they develop job skills and other opportunities. He said Mr. Walker goes to the schools, because that is consistently where these kids are. Mr. Wiseman said the biggest problem with the Community Center is committing space, and the program has to be consistent for the kids. Page 30 of 335 12/08/25 -8- DRAFT Councilmember Moore said she believes in the teen engagement, and if there is room at the Community Center on a Sunday, it could be used for a teen program. She said that Mr. Wiseman talked about event collaboration and support for those who have experienced homelessness in the parks, and shared that a resident that lives near East Palmer Park had a tree down on a trail and noticed a homeless person living back there, but said no one ever want to check on that homeless person, including the office of Community Health, Prevention, and Safety. She said she could not confirm who helped the homeless person, but it was not any of the City’s Departments, which is unfortunate. She asked if there are other events that Parks and Recreation collaborate with or play a vital role in with other Departments. Mr. Wiseman said that Parks and Recreation collaborates with the Juneteenth event, along with the Golf Course and the Brooklyns, and cookouts with the schools. Councilmember Moore said that residents are reaching out to Police, Fire, and Parks and Recreation when there are problems, and dollar for dollar, the Outreach program has been one of the most successful in offering effective opportunities for kids in the community. She thanked Mr. Wiseman and his team for their work. Mayor Graves said that since Mr. Wiseman has started, she has noticed a large difference in how responsive the City is to the needs of the community. She said she has been going to the Community Center for years, and there is a palpable difference there since Mr. Wiseman has taken over as Director, which is also reflected in the programming that comes out of the Community Center. She said what the Outreach program is providing is caring adults, which is a protective factor against multiple different health and behavioral outcomes. She said a young person who may not have a mentor or caring adult in their home and school that they can relate to is being provided for by this program, and the program is showing up where those kids are. She said this program is about prevention, which is difficult to quantify. She said she used to work in outreach engagement in Minneapolis, at Patrick County, Camden, and other areas to build relationships with youth, so she knows how it works. She said while the Community Center may not always have the space, the Outreach program is creating that space wherever they show up, and that is about welcoming and offering access to young people. She said the Outreach Team and Parks and Recreation should continue to tell the story of the amazing work that they are doing. She noted that Mr. Wiseman's passion, spirit, and joy in the work that he does is palpable and that rubs off on all the Staff and everyone that comes into the Community Center and the parks. She thanked Mr. Wiseman and the Staff for the presentation and all their hard work. Dr. Edwards said he wanted to underscore a connection between Mr. Wiseman and Mr. Walker, and said Mr. Wiseman was a former player for the Chicago Bears, and Mr. Walker is a world-class Olympic-caliber sprinter, and they both can identify and connect with young people through those activities. Mayor Graves asked Mr. Walker if he was still coaching. Mr. Walker confirmed that he is still coaching. Mayor Graves moved, Councilmember Jerzak seconded to accept the Parks and Recreation Outreach Presentation. Motion passed unanimously. Page 31 of 335 12/08/25 -9- DRAFT 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS 8a. ORDINANCE 2025-11 REPEALING SECTION 12-310 OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CODE REGARDING COMMERCIAL PREMISES IDENTIFICATION – SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING Dr. Edwards explained that this item has come to the Council before, as this is the second reading. He introduced Community Development Director Jesse Anderson to present this item. Mr. Anderson said the Council adopted an ordinance change in November 2024, regarding the address changes, which required larger addresses per the height of the structure. On July 14, 2025, the City Council directed City Staff to stop enforcement of the ordinance in order to bring back a discussion. On August 11, 2025, the City Council heard four options for consideration regarding the ordinance, and the consensus was to remove the requirement for larger commercial addressing. Mr. Anderson noted section 12-310, which is being repealed in the ordinance that was requesting larger letters on commercial buildings, with a three-plus-story building requiring 24-inch letters. He noted that the repeal process began when the first hearing was completed on September 13, 2025, and a second reading and Public Hearing notice was posted in the Sun Post newspaper on November 27, 2025, for the December 8, 2025, City Council meeting. If the motion passes to repeal the ordinance, the ordinance would be effective 30 days from the date of the repeal publication. He stated this action removes the language requiring larger numbers, and the remaining requirement in the first code will require address numbers to be at least four inches. Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Jerzak seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Moore seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Jerzak moved, and Mayor Graves seconded to approve the Ordinance Repealing Section 12-310 of the Brooklyn Center City Code Regarding Commercial Premises Identification. Motion passed unanimously. 8b. ORDINANCE 2025-10 REPEALING AND REPLACING IN ITS ENTIRETY, CHAPTER 5 OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, REGARDING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION WITHIN THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT – SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING Page 32 of 335 12/08/25 -10- DRAFT Fire Chief Todd Berg said at the first reading, there was a lot of follow-up, but the purpose of the ordinance is to maintain a fire prevention division within the Fire Department of Brooklyn Center, as authorized by the Council to enforce fire codes and promote public safety through fire prevention, inspections, and education. Chief Berg said in the fire service, serious fire calls go down because of strong prevention efforts. The Fire Department has two full-time Fire Inspectors to carry out enforcement and education of this ordinance. This division is supervised by the Deputy Fire Marshal and ultimately the Chief of the Fire Department. Chief Berg noted that repealing and replacing Chapter 5 is needed because of substantial changes. The new ordinance establishes and defines the purpose of the Fire Prevention Division within the Fire Department and outlines the duties and responsibilities of the Fire Chief. This new ordinance provides the right of inspection and the Fire Inspector’s duties and outlines the duties to correct hazardous conditions, while also mandating hotel fire life safety inspections. The new ordinance describes and prescribes Fire Prevention codes, standards, and procedures. It also outlines the fire regulations that apply in the City of Brooklyn Center, such as fire alarm systems and smoke detectors, malfunctioning elevators, electric vehicle charging stations, mobile food preparation vehicles, and gated access to commercial and residential properties. The new ordinance also outlines enforcement and penalties, including administrative citations and fines. He said he would measure the success of this ordinance over the next few years by having zero penalties, administrative fines, or citations. Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Jerzak seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Moore seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Moore moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to repeal and replace in its entirety Chapter 5 of the Brooklyn Center City Code of Ordinances, establishing the Fire Prevention Division within the Brooklyn Center Fire Department. Motion passed unanimously. Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Moore seconded to adopt a RESOLUTION 2025-129 approving summary publication of an Ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 5 of the Brooklyn Center City Code of Ordinances, establishing the Fire Prevention Division within the Brooklyn Center Fire Department. Motion passed unanimously. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS Page 33 of 335 12/08/25 -11- DRAFT 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 11. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Jerzak reported on his attendance at the following events and provided information on the following upcoming events: • Attended the Legislative Update brunch with Mayor Graves and Senator Pha. • Attended the collaborative Highway 252 Safety Group and heard several complaints from constituents, which he forwarded on to Dr. Edwards. Mayor Graves reported on her attendance at the following events and provided information on the upcoming events: • Attended the Legislative Brunch and was happy to see the attendance by all the members of City leadership, as well as state representatives, floor representatives, the Metropolitan Council, and representation from the county for Commissioner Lundy, as well as from the federal level for Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. • Attended a panel this past weekend with the Mayor of St. Paul and Brooklyn Park to speak at a Black fraternity called Alphas, and discussed how to be more civically engaged. • Attended the Brooklyn Center Lions holiday meeting at Dos Hermanos, supporting a local restaurant and business. • Had an impromptu phone call with five Mayors from the Northwest Metro, exchanging ideas, and in response to ICE in the communities, to ensure that everyone feels safe. Councilmember Moore reported on her attendance at the following events and provided information on the upcoming events: • Noted that the Brooklyn Center Lady Lions, along with Brooklyn Center Police and Fire, and 12 other organizations did the Holiday Drive-thru at Crescent Cove, which was well attended and well supported. 12. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Graves moved, and Councilmember Jerzak seconded the adjournment of the City Council meeting at 8:16 pm. Motion passed unanimously. Page 34 of 335 11/10/25 -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 SPECIAL SESSION DECEMBER 19, 2025 CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session called to order by Mayor April Graves at 5:32 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor April Graves, Councilmembers Teneshia Kragness, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Dan Jerzak, and Laurie Ann Moore. Also present were City Manager Reggie Edwards, Deputy City Manager Daren Nyquist, City Clerk Shannon Pettit, and City Attorney Siobhan Tolar. Mayor Graves said she would like to make a statement before the discussion begins. She said that everyone present cares about accountability, safety, and outcomes for the residents, and she does not question that commitment. She said she needs to clearly and respectfully name the impact of exercising the Council's oversight, particularly on professional Staff and community partners. She said oversight matters, questions matter, and accountability matters, as does consistency, fairness, and tone. She noted that when questioning becomes repetitive and centers on credibility rather than performance, or when it conveys doubt and undermines the expertise of qualified professionals, it creates harm, whether or not that harm is intended. She continued that when questioning undermines trust, and destabilizes the organization, it makes it harder for people to do the work the City asks of them. She noted that as leaders, the Council is responsible not only for what is decided, but for the conditions that are created and must be able to look honestly at whether the Council is holding all Departments and leaders to the same standards with the same level of respect and good faith. She stated that City Staff are not abstract; they are people who have dedicated their careers to public service with clear expectations, fair process, and professional respect. Mayor Graves said she believes the City can do better, and the Council cannot lead with suspicion or allow governance to drift into punishment rather than stewardship. She said that Brooklyn Center deserves leadership that is rigorous, equitable, and humane at the same time. She asked that the Council pause, reflect, and choose a path that upholds fairness, consistency, and dignity not just in principle but in practice. She noted that the decisions the Council makes tonight will define the Council and will echo long after the meeting ends. She said that the Council should lead in a way that strengthens the City, protects its people, and reflects the values that they claim to stand for. She requested that time be allocated on the agenda for public comment. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson said no, she did not want to make time for public comment. Mayor Graves said she had a feeling that the other Councilmembers would say that, and asked if Page 35 of 335 12/19/25 -2- DRAFT they could compromise to make room for some public comment within reason, maybe limiting public comments to five people or 15 minutes. Residents began chanting that if they were not allowed to speak, the meeting needed to be shut down. Councilmember Moore requested a point of order and asked to clear the Chambers. Residents continued chanting that if they were not allowed to speak, the meeting needed to be shut down. Mayor Graves said an alternative would be for at least five residents to speak. Councilmember Moore asked Mayor Graves to keep order in the chambers. Mayor Graves said she is trying to maintain order, and asked Councilmember Moore what she expected her to do. Mayor Graves said her desire was to give space for a few community voices. Councilmember Moore asked Mayor Graves to make a motion regarding the City Manager. Mayor Graves said she wanted to respectfully ask again to allow at least five members of the community to speak for 15 minutes. She asked if the Council did not think the community deserved to have its voice heard, especially if the Council was so confident in its decision. Councilmember Moore asked for a point of order and stated that the public has already spoken, provided feedback to the Councilmembers, and does not need to speak in the chambers. Mayor Graves said it would make sense to keep the order of the meeting together to allow the public a short chance to speak. Residents continued to chant that if they were not allowed to speak, the meeting needed to be shut down. Councilmember Kragness said she was in favor of allowing the public to speak for a certain amount of time in order to reach a compromise. Councilmember Kragness moved, and Mayor Graves seconded to allow the public to speak for two minutes each, for a total of 15 minutes. Councilmember Moore voted against the same. Motion passed. Dr. Ethan C. approached the Council and said he is a resident of Brooklyn Center. He said he works with Health On the Go, and cities do not succeed because of slogans. Cities succeed because of steady leadership, discipline, management, and people who know how to run complex systems under pressure. He noted that Brooklyn Center has navigated the pandemic, public safety disruptions, the national scrutiny microscope, and the pain of deep community strain. He said Dr. Edwards stepped into City leadership during that period, not after the storm, but in the middle of it. He said the question before the Council is not whether everyone agrees with every decision Page 36 of 335 12/19/25 -3- DRAFT made during that time in the City under pressure, and no leader ever receives universal approval; that is not the role of the City Manager. He asked if the City had competent, disciplined management when it mattered, and the record shows yes. He said Dr. Edwards has overseen real municipal operations, managing a workforce of 160 employees with a budget exceeding $20 million. He said Dr. Edwards' responsibilities included payroll contracts, public safety coordination, infrastructure, and accountability, while the choices and directions made by the elected leaders often seemed conflicted or reactionary. Mayor Graves notified Dr. Ethan C. that his time was up. Adrian G. said she has lived in Brooklyn Center for 29 years, and City leadership and management matter, not just in policy, but in how people feel navigating their lives in the City. She said when leadership reflects the demographics, history, and lived realities of the community, trust grows and civic participation becomes possible. She said that too often, the discussion of racial harm and exclusion is framed as southern issues, that stopped at the Mason-Dixon line, but communities across the north, including Minnesota, were shaped by sundown city practices, redlining, exclusionary zoning, and information systems of removal. She noted that when leadership is removed or lacks transparency, it reactivates history and affects morale, while fracturing trust and reminding long-standing residents, especially people of color, that belonging can feel conditional. She said this is why this moment feels different, since Dr. Edwards and LaToya Turk have been in their roles, she has felt more connected to the City than at any other point in her life in Brooklyn Center. She said she has had opportunities to serve in her community in meaningful ways, participating in the Police Chief interview process, engaging with Immersion Brooklyn Center, and contributing to civic spaces that recognize residents as partners, not spectators. She said that most recently, her son participated in the North Star Leadership Academy, and it was not just what he learned, but that he saw leadership that was accessible through civic systems that were not closed off. Mayor Graves notified Adrian G. that her time was up. Junadi addressed the Council and said he has been a resident of the City for over 20 years with his family. He stated that home values in Brooklyn Center are valued at around $160,000. He noted that other neighboring cities, such as Brooklyn Park, have home values around $313,000, and Crystal is around $281,000, proving that Brooklyn Center has the lowest housing stock in terms of value among surrounding cities. He noted that Dr. Edwards came in as the City Manager during the peak of the City's crisis, and in 2021, when Dante Wright was killed, and all media was focused on Brooklyn Center from CNN to BBC. He said the first thing Dr. Edwards did was to secure over half a million dollars for the peace, stability, and health of the City. Junadi said Dr. Edwards is one of the few black City Managers in the country, and he loves the community, and the community loves him. Mayor Graves informed Junadi that his time was up. Alfreda said she was there to support Dr. Edwards because leadership is not about comfort. It is about courage, results, and accountability to the people. She noted that under Dr. Edwards, Brooklyn Center has reached historic milestones, including negotiating the largest settlement in history for Dante Wright, which marks the beginning of the process of accountability and healing. He stated that Dr. Edwards secured over $650,000 in foundation funding for community transformation, a first for the City, and for the first time, Brooklyn Center evolved, with programs Page 37 of 335 12/19/25 -4- DRAFT emerging to lift up community voices and develop leadership within them. She noted that programs were later dismantled, but their impact cannot be erased. She noted that for the first time, Brooklyn Center celebrated Juneteenth, honoring black history and culture in the City that was too often ignored. She stated that July 26 was another example of his leadership, something that had never happened in Brooklyn Center, where he had expanded and reduced fees, allowing access to Community Centers and increasing participation for kids and families of color. She said he secured local option sales tax opportunities, bringing new revenue to the City, and brought the Senate Bonding Committee to Brooklyn Center, which was also another first. She noted that Dr. Edwards invited residents to have real dialogue about police fencing, canine units, drones, and conversations that would not have happened without the leadership of Dr. Edwards. She said the Council needed to listen to community voices, as the residents are the ones who voted for them, and the Council has to listen to what the residents want and what they need. Marquita B. addressed the Council and said she has been a 30-year resident of Brooklyn Center, and served for eight years on the City Council with most of the current Councilmembers. She said she had the privilege of serving with Dr. Edwards and was really disappointed when people started reaching out to her about what was going on, but she was not surprised. She said what is happening in Brooklyn Center is not different than what is happening across the country with white fragility and racism, instead of coming together and moving the community forward. She said that instead of focusing on what will move the community forward, all that has happened is dissonance, and Dr. Edwards is one of the most qualified people to be in the seat. She said that during her time on the Council, she learned that education does not matter, and she witnessed microaggressions against the City's lawyer from people who lacked a basic education. She noted that when people get an education, other people get intimidated. She told Dr. Edwards to hold his head high because the Council had already made its decision, but the public was there to support him, and history would show that the public was on the right side. She said the great thing about these Council meetings is that they are recorded, and the public is on the right side. She noted that she is really disappointed that tenant protections are being stripped away because she spent hours with people who were being disenfranchised, while the Council goes home to warm homes, while people are being put out of their homes unjustly. She said she feels for those on the Council who are on the right side, but have to have this on their record. She said God bless you to Dr. Edwards. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson said there was time for two more speakers. Julie B. said she has lived in Brooklyn Center for 16 years, and that leaders become great not because of their power but because of their ability to empower others. She said that every time she hears that quote, she thinks about those in her proximity who lead with graciousness, humility, curiosity, integrity, and deep respect for those who serve. She said she did not know if she could find better words to describe how Dr. Edwards has led in Brooklyn Center. She said Dr. Edwards is one of the few City Managers across the country with a PhD, and is part of the only three percent of black City Managers in the United States. She said this matters because representation matters, as Brooklyn Center is one of the most diverse cities in the state. She noted that as a white woman raising a black child, she can say that there are things about her child's lived experiences that she will never understand, which is why she has surrounded her child with people who can help her Page 38 of 335 12/19/25 -5- DRAFT understand that part of her and her culture. She said that Dr. Edwards chose this community intentionally because it was a reflection of where he grew up and wanted to make impactful changes there with the skills he had acquired. She noted that he could have gone elsewhere and made more money, but he chose Brooklyn Center even when it was hard, and he chose to stay. She said that Dr. Edwards inherited a mess of epic proportions and has done an incredible job working to clean it up and help the community heal. She said he has been creative with the budget, creating positions that meet the needs of the community and the youth, while also ensuring the Police and Fire Departments have been able to grow. Initiatives include adding drones, a Police canine, and therapy dogs. She said more residents are accessing the Community Center than ever before, with intentional programming that has helped decrease complaints and increase safety at the City parks. She said he has allowed people to be heard in ways they have never been heard before and has been intentional in curating spaces to give individuals a voice and find common ground. She noted that the community is better because of Dr. Edwards. Mayor Graves informed Julie B. that her time was up. The final speaker did not state his name. He said he was there to be honest, and noted that Dr. Edwards drove to Brooklyn Center for two hours each way, day in and day out through Minnesota winters, but he did it anyway. He said that the commute did not benefit Dr. Edwards, but he did it because he believed the City was worth it. He said that one cannot put a City first while surrounding oneself only with people who think alike because growth does not work that way, and communities do not work that way. He continued that progress is built not in Chambers, but in tension and listening to the voices that challenge you, built by people who are willing to be uncomfortable and willing to be questioned. He noted that when decisions are made only to preserve comfort, control, or agreement, that is not selflessness or service, but selfish desire that only breeds loss, fractures trust, and creates problems so deeply rooted they become impossible to undo. He continued that Dr. Edwards has seen multiple sides of life and understands struggle because he has walked through life. He stated that the City does not need more explanations, it does not need more delays, it needs someone who is willing to confront and create change. He said in this moment, it is not about whether Dr. Edwards is ready to lead; that record has already been answered, the real question is whether the City is ready for leadership that cannot be controlled by comfort and commitment that exposes the difference between saying that you care, and proving that you do. Mayor Graves thanked the final speaker and announced that the 15 minutes allocated for public comments had concluded. Mayor Graves said she would not make the motion to close the Public Forum. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved, and Councilmember Moore seconded to close the Open Public Forum. Councilmember Kragness and Mayor Graves voted against the same. Motion passed. Page 39 of 335 12/19/25 -6- DRAFT Mayor Graves said after the discussion regarding the City Manager contract, she would like to request that, after the Council votes, there is time given to Dr. Edwards to make a statement that he has requested to make. She said Dr. Edwards deserves at least that. DISCUSSION OF CITY MANAGER CONTRACT Mayor Graves asked which Councilmember would like to start the discussion. Councilmember Moore said she had no discussion but was going to make a motion. Councilmember Kragness said she would like to have a discussion. Mayor Graves asked if Councilmember Kragness had a statement she would like to make. Councilmember Kragness thanked the Council for allowing the public to speak without interruption and hoped that would also be the case while she was speaking. She shared that due to the scope of this meeting, the Council would discuss data that had not been shared publicly, without liability or penalty. She noted that her comments today are limited strictly to facts, policy, and process. Councilmember Kragness continued that during a closed session meeting where the City Manager's performance evaluation was discussed, members of the Council made statements regarding the potential termination of Dr. Edward's contract. Specifically, Councilmember Moore had stated during that meeting that termination would be pursued because the City Manager had recently terminated the Director of Finance. Councilmember Kragness noted that during that closed session meeting, she raised concerns that terminating the City Manager for taking personnel action related to Staff performance could constitute retaliation. She stated that retaliation is not permitted under law or Council policy. She shared that when Dr. Edwards' performance evaluation was completed, and the results were compiled, he received an overall rating of exceeding expectations. Based on these facts, she does not believe that termination for cause is supported by the performance record, nor is it consistent with the principles of proper governance. Councilmember Kragness continued that during that closed session meeting, Councilmember Jerzak also stated that the Finance Director had to be probed, but she was ultimately forthcoming with information. Councilmember Kragness reiterated that the Council policy requires Councilmembers to interact with Staff through the City Manager, and any deviation from that structure raises serious governance concerns, abuse of power, and risks undermining established checks and balances. She stated it is important to her that performance standards and disciplinary actions are applied consistently and fairly across the organization. Councilmember Kragness continued that Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson also refused to complete the City Manager's performance evaluation and made the statement, "It was not worth my time," during a meeting. She said this statement made by Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson raises serious questions as to why a Councilmember who assisted in creating the City Manager's evaluation process would choose not to participate, while simultaneously expressing dissatisfaction with the City Manager's performance, decline to meet one-on-one with him for Page 40 of 335 12/19/25 -7- DRAFT discussion, or complete the evaluation designed to assess that performance. Councilmember Kragness said it is her responsibility as a Councilmember to ensure that decisions are grounded in facts, policy, and law, and that is why she is respectfully speaking today, not just as a Councilmember, but as a Doctor as well, because she also has a PhD. Mayor Graves thanked Dr. Councilmember Kragness for her comments. Councilmember Jerzak asked for a point of order and did not understand what the allegation was because he had never had any direct contact with the former Finance Director, and asked Councilmember Kragness to restate her comment. Councilmember Kragness advised Councilmember Jerzak to keep in mind that she is an accountant and fact-checks everything. She had heard him say during the closed session meeting that the Finance Director needed to be probed, but the Finance Director was ultimately forthcoming with information. She added that it was not an opinion; those were his exact words. Councilmember Jerzak agreed that he made that statement, but he would like to add the context behind what he said. He said he would yield. He added that he wanted the record to show that the statement he made during that meeting was being taken out of context by Councilmember Kragness. Councilmember Kragness added that in November 2022, when she ran for the Council alongside Councilmember Jerzak, he stated that he ran with her because of her ethics. She stated that her ethics have not changed. Councilmember Jerzak said he was not questioning Councilmember Kragness’s ethics. Councilmember Moore moved, and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to terminate the contract of the City Manager immediately. Mayor Graves said she would like to have further discussion before taking the roll, on Councilmember Moore’s reasoning, and the public deserved to know as well. Councilmember Moore said she did not have to give a reason to terminate. The public in Chambers started chanting that they needed to know the reason for the termination. Mayor Graves asked if any other Councilmembers wanted to put on the record their reasoning behind the City Manager's termination. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson said that, based on advice from the City Attorney, she would not be making a comment on her reasoning. Page 41 of 335 12/19/25 -8- DRAFT Mayor Graves asked City Attorney Siobhan Tolar to clarify what Councilmember Lawrence- Anderson just said. Ms. Tolar said she was not sure what City Attorney's advice Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson was referring to. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson said another Councilmember had received that information, and she does not need to give an explanation. Councilmember Moore said there was a motion and a second. Mayor Graves said across multiple meetings, she has seen heightened and repetitive scrutiny that has been directed towards certain professional Staff, including Dr. Edwards, as well as other community partners, that noticeably differs from the oversight applied to the Police and Finance Departments and comparable settings. She said this scrutiny often takes place in the form of repeated requests for justification or explanation, after information has already been provided, with questioning that explicitly challenges professional expertise or credibility. Mayor Graves continued that this questioning has escalated over time without a corresponding record of documented performance failure, and by contrast to the Police and Finance items, questioning was more frequently deferred to professional judgment with fewer follow-up challenges. She noted that once information was presented, questions were framed around implementation rather than legitimacy, which has governance implications. She added that oversight is a core responsibility of the Council, but when oversight becomes uneven or escalates without a clear process, it undermines Councilmember governance norms, creates instability with Staff and contracted partners, and erodes trust within the organization, while signaling inequitable standards regardless of intent. She stated governance requires not only accountability, but consistency, clarity of expectations, and respect for professional roles. The separate scrutiny, particularly when directed towards leaders and partners serving Prevention and Community Health, and non-law enforcement functions, has equity implications. She noted that the impact of this inequity is magnified when those leaders are disproportionately black professionals or community- based organizations. Explicit bias and patterns of differential treatment can lead to inequitable outcomes, including burnout, attrition among qualified leaders, effects on innovation and prevention work, and reduced confidence among community partners. She stated that the public record shows increased questioning and escalation towards specific Staff and partners. She said the public record shows an inconsistent application of oversight of norms across Departments, and wanted to say it out loud for the record that the public record provides proof of this oversight that she will be bringing up later. Mayor Graves asked the City Clerk to take the roll on the motion. Councilmember Jerzak asked that the motion be restated. Page 42 of 335 12/19/25 -9- DRAFT Councilmember Moore moved, and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to terminate the City Manager employee contract, effective immediately. Councilmember Kragness and Mayor Graves voted against the same. Motion passed. Mayor Graves asked the Chambers to be quiet in order to hear Dr. Edwards' statement. Dr. Edwards said he stood before the Council and Mayor with a heart full of gratitude and a deep sense of pride. He noted that his nine and a half years serving in Brooklyn Center have been defined by a simple, yet powerful mission to lead with excellence, to act with integrity, and to ensure that every resident feels engaged, empowered, and heard. He said when he looks at the work that he has done with the City together, he sees a community that chose togetherness and unity over divisiveness. He said that he and the City navigated unprecedented trauma in the global pandemic and the painful weight of civil unrest and did not just survive but built something new. He said he and City Staff launched authentic engagement opportunities, like the City's strategic plan, to ensure that the residents' voices were heard. He said he sparked joy with the "I love BC" campaign, which filled streets with banners, and young adults and elders smiling and reminding the residents of the diverse community that lives within the borders of Brooklyn Center. He said in a moment of crisis, he and Staff pioneered the Community Crisis Response team, a historic cooperative effort bringing together Police, Social Workers, schools, protesters, and faith leaders to find a way forward. Dr. Edwards continued that he is personally honored that he helped to secure the $650,000 to support a City when it did not have it, and really needed it. He noted that behind the scenes, he has had the privilege to lead brilliant, gifted Staff together to modernize the City's operations by creating processes and programs such as Health-on-the-Go, the Department of Community Prevention Health and Safety, and expanding models in which the City responds to 911 calls to meet the diverse needs of the residents. He said he helped develop and publicly reported the actions to achieve the City’s strategic priorities. He stated that Staff from across the organization helped to complete 92 percent of the 64 different strategic priority efforts aimed at achieving the mission, which was a first for the City to measure and report accountability. He said he and City Staff began to take on training of all the Managers within the organization, and added equity to Human Resources. He said he helped improve government so that it can be compassionate and fiscally responsible by delivering one of the lowest tax increases across the Metro of only 4.78 percent while maintaining high-quality services. Dr. Edwards said in a bittersweet moment, on Monday, as Councilmember Kragness articulated that he received his annual performance review from the Council, which rated him as exceeding expectations, it is unfortunate because his contract is not being renewed after receiving such a positive evaluation. He said, despite this, he carries the honor of being one of only two City Managers of African-American descent in the state of Minnesota, among approximately 834 cities. He said this distinction affords him the chance to inspire hope for those who have been historically marginalized and the opportunity to share his personal experiences and stories with youth who are promising future civic leaders. He said it pains him to think that the momentum that he and Staff Page 43 of 335 12/19/25 -10- DRAFT have worked diligently to build a vision of empowered Brooklyn Center may be dwarfed by short- sightedness and divisiveness, and while this chapter is ending prematurely, his resolve remains unchanged. He said the work that he and City Staff did was never about one person, or him, but about the people of Brooklyn Center, and he will leave this position with his head held high, knowing he served with integrity and dedication. Dr. Edwards shared that he helped move the needle forward for justice, transparency, and good governance, and it has been the greatest honor of his professional life to serve the people of Brooklyn Center. He said he knows the City will continue to win, and already has. He said his son who eloquently spoke to the Council earlier, shared the Bible verse Isaiah 41:10, “Fear not, for I am with you. Be not dismayed, for I am God. I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand,” with him earlier and when youth consult with adults and tell them not to be afraid, and quote the Bible he has already won. He thanked the City and the Council for their trust, partnership, belief, and heart. Parks and Recreation Director Cordell Wiseman told Councilmembers Jerzak, Moore, and Lawrence-Anderson shame on them, and he knows who is going to be next, but it will not be that easy. Residents in the Chamber began to chant to shut down the meeting. Councilmember Moore asked for a point of order. Residents in the Chamber began to chant that it is over for Councilmember Moore, and they do not want to hear anything she has to say. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Moore moved, and Councilmember Jerzak seconded to adjourn the Special Meeting at 6:15 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Page 44 of 335 Location Address License Subtype Renewal/Initial Owner Property Code Violations License Type Police CFS* Final License Type** Previous License Type*** Consecutive Type IV's 5637 Emerson Ave N Single Initial Tobi Agene/Osetohamen Agene 2 Type I N/A Type II N/A N/A 1302 69th Ave N Multiple Family 4 Bldgs 127 Units Renewal Aeon Holdings Llc Met Requirements 128 = 1.01 per unit Type II Type II Type IV N/A 4110 Lakebreeze Ave N Multiple Family 1 Bldg 3 Units Renewal Jakai Taylor 20 = 6.67 per unit Type IV 0 Type IV Type III 0 4110 Lakebreeze Ave N Multiple Family 1 Bldg 3 Units Renewal Jakai Taylor Met Requirements 0 Type I Type I Type IV N/A 4200 Lakebreeze Ave Multiple Family 1 Bldg 4 Units Renewal AZ Rental Apartments Met Requirements 0 Type I 0 Type I Type III N/A 4806 Twin Lake Ave N Multiple Family 1 Bldg 4 Units Renewal Pheng Lee Did Not Meet Requirements 4 = 1 per unit Type II Type III Type III N/A 6511 Humboldt Ave N Multiple Family 2 Bldgs 102 Units Renewal The Pines North Llc Met Requirements 133 = 1.3 per unit Type II Type II Type III N/A 5239 Drew Ave N Two Family Renewal Jay N & Gina L Battenberg 0 Type I Type I Type I N/A 4207 Lakeside Ave N, #235 Condo Renewal Ammar Abdulrahman 2 Type I Type I Type I N/A 2818 Nash Rd Single Renewal Ms Relocation Services Inc 14 Type IV Type IV Type I 0 3121 Lawrence Rd Single Renewal Empire Care Systems Did Not Meet Requirements 0 Type I Type IV Type IV 4 3328 49th Ave N Single Renewal From Mat To Life Llc Did Not Meet Requirements 1 Type I Type III Type III N/A 3612 Commodore Dr Single Renewal Ih2 Property Illinois Lp 16 Type IV Type IV Type III 0 5306 Knox Ave N Single Renewal Antonio Vizcarra-moreno Met Requirements 1 Type I Type I Type IV N/A 5321 71st Cir Single Renewal Pramod Khakural 2 Type I Type I Type II N/A 5410 France Ave N Single Renewal SFR Borrower 2022-1 LLC 0 Type I Type IV Type IV 5 5431 Logan Ave N Single Renewal Cosco Property 3 Llc 0 Type I Type I Type II N/A 5532 Logan Ave N Single Renewal Irina & Igor Kovalsky Met Requirements 1 Type I Type I Type IV N/A Rental Licenses for Council Approval 1.12.26 Page 45 of 335 5900 Washburn Ave N Single Renewal Lance Nordin 4 Type II Type II Type II N/A 6009 Aldrich Ave N Single Renewal RRE Ventures LLC 0 Type I 0 Type I Type I N/A 6301 Grimes Ave N Single Renewal Tariq S Hussain | Yong Her 0 Type I Type I Type II N/A 6312 France Ave N Single Renewal O OLADEJI & O OLADEJI Met Requirements 0 Type I Type I Type IV N/A 6436 Fremont Ave N Single Renewal Excel Properties LLC 3 Type II 0 Type II Type II N/A 6661 Xerxes Pl N Single Renewal Mn Housing I Llc 14 Type IV Type IV Type II 0 6611 Camden Dr Single Renewal Jenn-Yuan Chen/Shin Chiang 5 Type II Type II Type I N/A 6712 Beard Ave N Single Renewal Mlmjr Properties & Invst Llc Did Not Meet Requirements 0 Type I Type IV Type IV 7 7148 Morgan Ave N Single Renewal Fred Hanus LLC 27 Type IV Type IV Type II 0 7018 Regent Ave N Single Renewal Christina Duong & Danny Vo 2 Type I Type I Type I N/A *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 previous Type I = 3 year, Type II = 2 year, Type III = 1 year, Type IV = 6 months All properties are current on City utilities and property taxes Page 46 of 335 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 47 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk THROUGH: Daren Nyquist, Deputy City Manager BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Declaring Commitment to the Brooklyn Center City Charter for 2026 Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a resolution declaring commitment to the Brooklyn Center City Charter Background: Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026 Charter Commitment Page 48 of 335 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Member ______ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION DECLARING COMMITMENT TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CHARTER WHEREAS, Brooklyn Center voters in 1966 adopted a City Charter creating a Council/Manager form of government; and WHEREAS, said Charter provides that the City Council shall determine all matters of policy, and the City Manager shall be the head of the administrative branch of the City Government; and WHEREAS, the Charter provides that there be no separate administrative boards or commissions other than advisory boards or commissions; and WHEREAS, numerous advisory commissions have served the City since adoption of the Charter; and WHEREAS, the Charter provides that the City Manager shall control and direct all departments and divisions of the City and shall have the right to take part in Council discussion and shall recommend such measures as deemed necessary; and WHEREAS, the Charter prohibits Council members from dictating the appointment of any person to office or employment by the City Manager except as provided in Chapter 6 of this Charter; and WHEREAS, the Charter requires the Council to deal with and control the administrative service solely through the City Manager and prohibits any Council member from giving orders to any subordinate of the City Manager, either publicly or privately; and WHEREAS, the City Manager is charged by the Charter to see that the City Charter and the laws and resolutions of the City are enforced; and WHEREAS, the Council as a whole also has an obligation to ensure that its business is conducted pursuant to the City Charter and the norms of acceptable and courteous business behavior; and WHEREAS, Council members must depend upon the City Manager and staff to provide them with a great amount of background information, data, and expertise to aid in deliberating issues, developing policy, and administering the Council’s responsibilities; and Page 49 of 335 RESOLUTION NO. WHEREAS, the effectiveness of the services provided by the staff is in large part determined by a relationship of trust and mutual respect between the staff and the City Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council: 1. To rededicate itself to the spirit and letter of the City Charter and to commit itself to ensuring compliance by the City Council collectively and individually with that spirit and letter of the City Charter. 2. To rededicate itself to the checks and balances of the City Charter that keep City government accountable. 3. To pledge that in its dealings with citizens and City staff, that the City Council will treat such citizens and staff with respect and courtesy. The Council shall deal with staff in accordance with the City Charter through the City Manager. 4. To discharge its responsibilities as intended and established by federal, state, and local laws and the City Charter, and to do so in a fair and impartial manner for the good of the whole City and without regard for personal gain or interests. 5. To direct the City Manager to place this resolution for re-adoption on the agenda for the first meeting of the City Council each January hereafter, as information and reminder of Council/Manager responsibilities. January 12, 2026 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 50 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Appointing Presiding Officers - Mayor Pro Tem and Acting Mayor Pro Tem for 2026 Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a Resolution Appointing Presiding Officers - Mayor Pro Tem and Acting Mayor Pro Tem for 2026 Background: Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026 Mayor_Pro_Tem Page 51 of 335 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Member _____introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION APPOINTING PRESIDING OFFICERS – MAYOR PRO TEM AND ACTING MAYOR PRO TEM FOR 2026 BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that for 2026, the Mayor Pro Tem be Councilmember Kragness and the Acting Mayor Pro Tem be the most senior councilmember present in accordance with Resolution 92-262. January 13, 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 52 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Designating Official Newspaper for 2026 Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a Resolution Designating Official Newspaper for 2026 Background: Staff received numbers from the Star Tribune to compare to the current cost for legal ads. Below are the price points. Sun Post cost for legal ads: Per Column Inch: $12.50 Star Tribune cost for legal ads: $1.58 per line per day Per Column Inch: $17.90 It is recommended that Brooklyn Center continue to utilize Sun Post as the Official Newspaper for legal ads. Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026 Annual_Newspaper_Designation Page 53 of 335 Member ______ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER WHEREAS, Section 12.01 of the Brooklyn Center City Charter requires the City Council to annually at its first meeting of the year designate a legal newspaper of general circulation in the city as its official newspaper in which shall be published such ordinances and other matters as are required by law to be so published and such other matters as the council may deem it advisable and in the public interest to have published in this manner; and WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center Sun-Post has previously been so designated; and WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center Sun-Post meets all necessary requirements for designation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that the Brooklyn Center Sun-Post is hereby designated as the official newspaper for the City of Brooklyn Center for the year 20265. January 12, 2026 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 54 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Appointing Council Members to Commissions and Outside Organizations for 2026 Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a Resolution Appointing Council Members to Commissions and Outside Organizations for 2026 Background: Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026-Annual_Appointments_to_Commissions_and_outside_organizations Page 55 of 335 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Member ________introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION APPOINTING CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS TO SERVE AS LIAISONS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS AND AS CITY REPRESENTATIVES/VOTING DELEGATES FOR OTHER ORGANIZATIONS FOR 2026 WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center City Council members are appointed to serve as liaisons to City Advisory Commissions and to serve as City Representatives/Voting delegates for other organizations annually; and WHEREAS, this resolution will ratify the appointments. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that the following appointments are hereby approved: Commission/Organization Council Member Cultural & Public Art Commission Mayor April Graves Financial Commission Councilmember Teneshia Kragness Housing Commission Councilmember Kris Lawrence-Anderson Park & Recreation Commission Councilmember Laurie Ann Moore Brooklyns Youth Council Councilmember Teneshia Kragness Crime Prevention Program Mayor April Graves/Councilmember Dan Jerzak League of Minnesota Cities Mayor April Graves Metro Cities Councilmember Teneshia Kragness 252 Project Advisory Committee Councilmember Dan Jerzak/Councilmember Laurie Ann Moore January 12, 2026 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 56 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Appointing Brooklyn Center Representatives to the Executive Committee and/or Board of Directors of the Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth, Hennepin Recycling Group, Local Government Information Systems (LOGIS), Northwest Tourism, North Metro Mayors Association, Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission, Pets Under Police Security (PUPS), and Twin Lake Joint Powers Organization for 2026 Requested Council Action: Background: Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026 Annual_Appointments_of_BC_Reps_to_JPOs Page 57 of 335 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Member _____ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION APPOINTING BROOKLYN CENTER REPRESENTATIVES TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND/OR BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE ALLIANCE FOR YOUTH, HENNEPIN RECYCLING GROUP, LOCAL GOVERNMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS, MINNEAPOLIS NORTHWEST TOURISM NORTH METRO MAYORS ASSOCIATION, NORTHWEST SUBURBS CABLE COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION, PETS UNDER POLICE SECURITY, AND TWIN LAKES JOINT POWERS ORGANIZATION WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center entered into a Joint Powers Agreement for the establishment of the Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth on November 24, 2008, and Article III, Section 3.2, of the joint powers agreement states that each member appoints one member of its governing body as a voting Director, one Alternate Director, one Director from the City’s Police Department, and one Director from the City’s Parks and Recreation Department; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center entered into a Joint and Cooperative Agreement for the establishment of Hennepin Recycling Group on August 1, 1988, and Article IV, Section 2, of the joint powers agreement states that the governing body of a member appoints directors; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center entered into a Joint and Cooperative Agreement for the establishment of Local Government Information Systems (LOGIS), on May 1, 1972, and Article IV, Section 1, of the joint powers agreement states that the governing body of a member appoints directors; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center entered into a Joint and Cooperative Agreement for the establishment of the North Metro Convention and Tourism Bureau, now known as Minneapolis Northwest Convention & Visitors Bureau, on September 8, 1986, and Article IV, Section 2, of the bylaws states that each member City may appoint one Director and one Alternate Director to the Board of Directors. WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center entered into a Joint Powers Agreement for the establishment of the North Metro Mayors Association on June 26, 1989, and the joint powers agreement states that the governing body of a member appoints two directors, one of whom shall be the City Manager or other designee; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center entered into a Joint and Cooperative Agreement for the establishment of the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission on September 24, 1979, and Article VI, Section 1, of the joint powers agreement states that the City Council of a member appoints Commissioners; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center entered into a Joint and Cooperative Agreement for the establishment of Pets Under Police Security (PUPS) on September 10, 1990, and Article IV, Section 2, of the joint powers agreement states that the governing body of a member appoints directors; and Page 58 of 335 RESOLUTION NO. WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center entered into a Joint and Cooperative Agreement for the establishment of the Twin Lakes Joint Powers Organization on January 14, 1991, and Article IV, Section 2, of the joint powers agreement states that the governing body of a member appoints directors; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that the following appointments are hereby approved: Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth, Member Mayor Graves Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth, Alternate Member Teneshia Kragness Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth, Police Garett Flesland Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth, Parks and Recreation Carissa Goebel Hennepin Recycling Group, Director Liz Heyman Hennepin Recycling Group, Alternate Director Daren Nyquist Local Government Information Systems (LOGIS), Director Daren Nyquist Local Government Information Systems (LOGIS), Alternate Director Kao Yang Minneapolis Northwest Tourism, Director Cordell Wiseman Minneapolis Northwest Tourism, Director Ian Alexander Minneapolis Northwest Tourism, Alternate Director Amy Loegering North Metro Mayors Association, Director – City Manager Daren Nyquist North Metro Mayors Association, Director April Graves Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission, Council April Graves Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission, Resident Darryl Sannes Pets Under Police Security, Director Richard Gabler Pets Under Police Security, Alternate Director Garett Flesland Twin Lakes Joint Powers Organization, Director Tony Gruenig Twin Lakes Joint Powers Organization, Alternate Director Richard Gabler January 12, 2026 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: none whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Page 59 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: Todd Berg, Fire Chief THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Appointing Municipal Trustees to the Brooklyn Center Fire Relief Association Board of Trustees Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a Resolution Appointing Municipal Trustees to the Brooklyn Center Fire Relief Association Board of Trustees Background: Article V of the Brooklyn Center Firefighters Relief Association Bylaws states that the Board of Directors shall consist of three (3) officials drawn from the Municipality. The three (3) Municipal Officials must be one (1) elected municipal official and one (1) elected or appointed municipal official who are designated as municipal representatives by the municipal governing board annually, and the chief of the municipal fire department. Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Annual_Appointments_to_BC_Firefighters_Relief_Association_2026 Page 60 of 335 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION APPOINTING MUNICIPAL TRUSTEES TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIREFIGHTERS RELIEF ASSOCIATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES WHEREAS, Article V of the Brooklyn Center Firefighters Relief Association Bylaws states that the Board of Directors shall consist of three (3) officials drawn from the Municipality; and WHEREAS, the three (3) Municipal Officials must be one (1) elected municipal official and one (1) elected or appointed municipal official who is designated as municipal representatives by the municipal governing board annually, and the chief of the municipal fire department. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that the following appointments are hereby approved for 2026: Elected Municipal Official April Graves Elected or Appointed Municipal Official Finance Director Fire Chief Todd Berg January 12, 2026 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 61 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Recognizing the Contributions of Ethnic Populations and Heritage Celebrations for 2026 Requested Council Action: - Motion to Approve the Resolution Recognizing the Contributions of Ethnic Populations and Heritage Celebrations Background: Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Annual_recognizing_the_contributions_of_ethic_populations Page 62 of 335 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF ETHNIC POPULATIONS AND HERITAGE CELEBRATIONS WHEREAS, the City Council has established a goal to promote the inclusion of all residents in Brooklyn Center’s community life by emphasizing opportunities to include all residents in the community’s activities and plans; and WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that its cultural composition has changed significantly over the past two decades, with its ethnic population over half of its total population; and WHEREAS, Brooklyn Center is strengthened by the rich cultural diversity of its people, and welcomes individuals of all races, religions, and cultural backgrounds; and WHEREAS, each individual brings a part of his or her own heritage and over time each heritage becomes part of our common heritage, leading us to become a more united people; and WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes the vital contributions ethnic populations have made to the strength and diversity of our community and recognizes their rich legacy of ingenuity, perseverance, and achievement; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that the following heritage celebrations and all other heritage celebrations reflected in Brooklyn Center’s population are recognized for the purpose of encouraging our citizens to learn more about the history of ethnic populations and how they have contributed to the culture and heritage of our community: February African-American History Month March National Women’s History Month March Irish-American Heritage Month March 25 Greek Independence Day April National Arab American Heritage Month April 14 Pan American Day May Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month May Jewish American Heritage Month May 17 (Syttende Mai) Norwegian Constitution Day May 21 World Day for Cultural Diversity June Caribbean-American Heritage Month June 6 Swedish National Day September 15-October 15 Hispanic Heritage Month October Italian American Heritage Month October 6 German-American Day November American Indigenous Heritage Month Page 63 of 335 RESOLUTION NO. January 12, 202 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 64 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director THROUGH: BY: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Resolution Accepting Grant Funding from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry's Building Official Training Program and Authorizing Execution of Grant Agreement Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve Resolution Accepting Grant Funding from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry's Building Official Training Program and Authorizing Execution of Grant Agreement Background: The City of Brooklyn Center has been awarded a $75,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) for the 2026 Building Official Training (BOT) Grant Program. These funds will support the recruitment and training of a temporary Building Inspector intern for a one-year period. This position is strictly dependent on grant funding and is not considered a permanent addition to the city's headcount. Background and Project Need The Building Inspections department has a successful history of internal promotion and seeks to evolve its recruitment strategy. This grant allows the city to create a proactive, time-limited training program aimed directly at new candidates. On December 11, 2025, the city received official notification that the Department of Labor and Industry approved our proposal for the maximum award amount of $75,000. Grant Details and Program Goals The grant will facilitate a one-year training period for an entry-level trainee. Key aspects of the program include: Temporary Status: The employment for this role will be dependent on the grant and will end when the grant funds are completed. Professional Development: The trainee will gain experience to count toward qualified time and prerequisite points required for the Building Official-Limited (BO-Limited) exam. Mentorship: Training will be overseen by Dan Grinsteinner (Certified Building Official). Collaborative Training: Certified inspectors Chris Cady, Damien Lien, and Kevin Thor Page 65 of 335 will assist in field training. Performance Period: The grant performance period extends from the date the contract is executed until December 31, 2026. Budget Issues: Grant Award: $75,000.00. City Match: $18,600.00. Funding Source: The matching funds are currently budgeted within the Building and Community Standards part-time wages. This position would then replace the anticipated seasonal building inspector intern position. Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Award Letter_Brooklyn Center 2. Full DOT Grant Application 3. Resolution Accepting Grant 4. DLI Grant Contract Agreement_2026 BOT Grant - BROOKLYN CENTER review draft only Page 66 of 335 443 Lafayette Road N., St. Paul, MN 55155 • www.dli.mn.gov/bot 12/11/2025 Reggie Edwards – City Manager Jesse Anderson – Community Development Director Dan Grinsteinner – Building Official Angela Holm – Director of Fiscal & Support Services City of Brooklyn Center MN. RE: 2026 Building Official Training (BOT) Grant Award Announcement Reggie, Jesse, Dan, Angela, The Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) has reviewed proposals submitted in response to its 2026 Building Official Training (BOT) Grant Request for Proposal (RFP). Congratulations! I am pleased to inform you that DLI is able to fund your proposal. DLI seeks to grant your organization the following: Award Amount: up to $75,000 Period of Performance: from the date contract is executed until December 31st, 2026. Your grant contract agreement will be sent via DocuSign in the near future. You can begin expending funds only after the contract is fully executed. You will be notified by letter and email when the contract is executed. I hope to accomplish this by the end of the month. After the contract is executed, I will be contacting you to schedule an orientation meeting where the training requirements and reporting/invoicing procedures will be explained. DLI is excited about partnering with you and looks forward to another year of your successes. Congratulations again on the award and thank you for your commitment to this important work. Contact me with any questions, Terence Olson Municipal BOT Grants Administrator Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Construction Codes and Licensing Division 443 Lafayette Road N., St. Paul, MN 55155 Office: 651-284-5627 | terence.olson@state.mn.us Web: www.dli.mn.gov/bot Page 67 of 335 Page 68 of 335 Page 69 of 335 Page 70 of 335 Page 71 of 335 Page 72 of 335 Page 73 of 335 Page 74 of 335 Page 75 of 335 Page 76 of 335 Page 77 of 335 Page 78 of 335 Page 79 of 335 Page 80 of 335 Page 81 of 335 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT FUNDING FROM THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT LABOR AND INDUSTRY’S BUILDING OFFICIAL TRAINING PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF GRANT AGREEMENT WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry administers the Building Official Training Grant program; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center Community Development Department applied for and has been awarded grant funding in the amount of $75,000 for the grant term beginning January 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2026; and WHEREAS, the awarded funds will be used to hire a Building Inspector intern, that employment will be dependent on the grant and will end when the grant funds are completed; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center acknowledges that there is a match of $18,600, these funds are currently budgeted in the Building and Community Standards part time wages; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that: 1. The City Council formally accepts the $75,000 grant awarded by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry for the the Building Official Training Grant program. 2. The City Manager is hereby authorized to execute the grant agreement, along with any amendments or other documents necessary to implement the project as described in the grant application. 3. The City expresses its appreciation to the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry for its continued support in advancing the training of future Building Officals. 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: Page 82 of 335 and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Page 83 of 335 Page 1 of 10 STATE OF MINNESOTA 2026 Building Official Training Municipal Grant GRANT CONTRACT AGREEMENT Swift Contract Number: 281246 FINAL DRAFT for review only not executed until signed by all parties via DocuSign This Grant Contract Agreement is between the State of Minnesota, acting through its Department of Labor and Industry ("State") and city of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota ("Grantee"). Recitals Under Minnesota Statute(s) § 175.17 and §326B.148 the State is empowered to enter into this Grant Contract Agreement. The Building Official Training Municipal Grant program (referred to as the BOT Grant or BOT) from the Construction Codes and Licensing Division (CCLD) of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) was created to offer competitive grants to qualified municipalities that want to establish a training program, in their municipality’s building code department, to train an individual toward becoming a Minnesota certified building official. . The Grantee represents that it is duly qualified and agrees to perform all services described in this Grant Contract Agreement, including the exhibits, to the satisfaction of the State. Grant Contract Agreement 1 Term of Grant Contract Agreement 1.1 Effective Date. January 1, 2026, or the date the State obtains all required signatures, whichever is later. Per Minnesota Statutes § 16B.98, Subd. 5, the Grantee must not begin work until this Grant Contract Agreement is fully executed and the State's Authorized Representative has notified the Grantee that work may commence. Per Minnesota Statutes § 16B.98 Subd. 7, no payments will be made to the Grantee until this Grant Contract Agreement is fully executed. 1.2 Expiration Date. December 31, 2026, or until all obligations have been satisfactorily fulfilled, whichever occurs first. 1.3 Survival of Terms. The following clauses survive the expiration or cancellation of this Grant Contract Agreement: Liability; State Audits; Government Data Practices and Intellectual Property; Publicity and Endorsement; Governing Law, Jurisdiction, and Venue; and Data Disclosure. 2 Specifications, Duties, and Scope of Work A. The Grantee shall comply with all applicable grants management policies and procedures, set forth through Minnesota Statutes § 16B.97, Subd. 4 (a). B. Qualifications: The Grantee is a qualified municipality. A qualified municipality is a municipality as defined by MN. Statute 326B.103, Subd. 9 and must administer and enforce the Minnesota State Building Code by having adopted it by ordinance in compliance with MN. Statute 326B.121 subd. 2(a)(b). C. The parties will perform the following services including: Page 84 of 335 Page 2 of 10 1) Education and Training: The Grantee must provide education and training under the direct supervision of the municipality’s Minnesota Certified Building Official in accordance with MN. Rule 1301.1400, MN. Rule 1301.0300 p. A and MN. Rule 1301.0300 p. C (1). The Grantee must provide education and training in the enforcement of the Minnesota state building code during the grant cycle period of performance, described in sections 1.1 and 1.2, which includes plan reviews and field inspections as specified in the Training Requirements, Exhibit A, which is attached and incorporated into this grant agreement by reference and available from the State's Authorized Representative Terence Olson, Municipal BOT Grants Administrator, terrence.olson@state.mn.us. All activities for the required training will be completed by December 31, 2026, and final invoices submitted by March 1, 2027. 2) Monitoring: The Grantee will allow grant monitoring meetings by State staff as per MN. Statute 16B.97. The grant program monitoring meetings will be scheduled with the municipality via electronic meeting i.e.: MS Teams and will be attended by DLI staff and the related municipal staff. The Grantee training program will be reviewed to ensure training, education and instruction requirements are being achieved. Progress will be gauged in relation to overall program requirements. D. Progress reports: The Grantee will submit quarterly progress reports that will include the training and instruction requirements, listed in Exhibit A, the trainee has achieved and with a supporting progress narrative report summarizing each aspect achieved. These reports must be submitted quarterly to the State’s Authorized Representative no later than 30 days past the end of each grant cycle period which coincide with fiscal quarters as follows: January 1 – March 31, April 1 – June 30, July 1 – September 30, October 1 – December 31. E. Financial reconciliation: The State will conduct financial reconciliation of Grantee’s expenditures at least once during the grant period on grants of $50,000 and higher. For this purpose, the Grantee must make expense receipts, employee timesheets, invoices, financial reports, and any other supporting documents available upon request by the State. F. For all grant awards with a total obligation greater than $25,000, a grantee performance evaluation will be posted publicly at https://osp.admin.mn.gov/granteval/grant-eval-uploader, per Minnesota Statutes § 16B.98, Subdivision 12 and OGM Policy 08-13. 3 Time The Grantee must comply with all the time requirements described in this Grant Contract Agreement. In the performance of this Grant Contract Agreement, time is of the essence and failure to meet a deadline date may be a basis for a determination by the State’s Authorized Representative that the Grantee has not complied with the terms of the Grant Contract Agreement. The Grantee is required to perform all the duties cited within clause 2 “Specifications, Duties, and Scope of Work” within the grant period. The State is not obligated to extend the grant period. 4 Consideration and Terms of Payment The consideration for all services performed by the Grantee pursuant to this Grant Contract Agreement shall be paid by the State as follows: 4.1 Compensation. The total obligation of the State under this Grant Contract Agreement, including all compensation and reimbursements, is not to exceed $ 75,000, which shall be paid in accordance with the terms of this section 4. In accordance with Minnesota Management and Budget Statewide Operating Policy 0801-01, payment shall be made within 30 days following the State’s Authorized Representative approval of an invoice. Payments will not be made if reports or other deliverables are outstanding. Page 85 of 335 Page 3 of 10 4.2 Grantee Match. Match funds must be reported and will be tracked throughout the grant life cycle as a part of the reimbursement process. 4.3 Administrative Costs. Grantee administrative costs are not an eligible expense. 4.4 Travel Expenses. The Grantee will not be reimbursed for travel and subsistence expenses incurred outside Minnesota unless it has received the State’s prior written approval for out of state travel. Minnesota will be considered the home state for determining whether travel is out of state. The Grantee will be reimbursed for travel and subsistence expenses in the same manner and in no greater amount than provided in the current Commissioner’s Plan promulgated by the Commissioner of Minnesota Management and Budget. 4.5 Invoices. Payments shall be made by the State after the Grantee’s presentation of invoices for services satisfactorily performed and the written acceptance of such services by the State’s Authorized Representative. Invoices shall be submitted timely, with additional details as requested by the State, and according to the following schedule: A. Quarterly no later than 30 days past the end of each grant cycle period which coincide with fiscal quarters as follows: January 1 – March 31, April 1 – June 30, July 1 – September 30, October 1 – December 31. B. The Grantee must also provide documentation to support the line-item expenses listed on the RPR Expense Summery worksheet and provide proof they were expensed through the Grantee’s accounting process. Documentation to support requests for reimbursement includes, but is not limited to, payroll records, time sheets, financial reports, and expense receipts and other documents requested by DLI Financial Services staff. C. Reimbursement requests will use the following required DLI submittal documents which will be provided: Request for Reimbursement (RPR) invoice and accompanying RPR Expense Summery Excel worksheet. D. Expenses eligible for reimbursement shall be limited to the line items on the RPR invoice provided by DLI. They are Trainee wages; Trainee insurance, benefits and taxes; Trainee education and certification expenses; support services limited to 10% of granted amount. E. Total reimbursements shall not exceed the amount listed in 4.1 “Compensation” of this contract. F. In accordance with Minnesota Management and Budget Statewide Operating Policy 0801-01, payment shall be made within 30 days following the State’s Authorized Representative approval of an invoice. Payments will not be made if reports or other deliverables are outstanding. 4.6 Unexpended Funds. The Grantee must promptly return to the State any unexpended funds that have not been accounted for in a financial report to the State. 5 Conditions of Payment All services provided by the Grantee under this Grant Contract Agreement must be performed to the State’s satisfaction, as determined at the sole discretion of the State’s Authorized Representative and in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. The Grantee will not receive payment for work found by the State to be unsatisfactory or performed in violation of federal, state, or local law. 6 Contracting and Bidding Requirements 6.1 Municipalities. Any Grantee that is a municipality is required to comply with Minnesota Statutes § 471.345, Uniform Municipal Contracting Law. 6.2 Municipalities. Page 86 of 335 Page 4 of 10 A. The Grantee and any subrecipients must comply with prevailing wage rules per Minnesota Statutes §§ 177.41 through 177.50, as applicable. B. The Grantee and any subrecipients must not contract with vendors who are suspended or debarred by the State of Minnesota or the federal government: Suspended and Debarred Vendors, Minnesota Office of State Procurement. C. The Grantee must maintain written standards of conduct covering conflicts of interest and governing the actions of its employees engaged in the selection, award and administration of contracts. 7 Authorized Representatives 7.1 The State’s Authorized Representative is, Terence Olson, Municipal Grants Administrator, 443 Lafayette Road North, St. Paul Mn. 55101, 651-284-5627, terence.olson@state.mn.us or his successor, and has the responsibility to monitor the Grantee’s performance and the authority to accept the services provided under this Grant Contract Agreement. If the services are satisfactory, the State’s Authorized Representative will certify acceptance on each invoice submitted for payment. 7.2 The Grantee’s Authorized Representative is Darrin Nyquist, Interim City Manager, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center MN 55430, dnyquist@brooklyncentermn.gov , 763-569-3330, or their successor. If the Grantee’s Authorized Representative changes at any time during this Grant Contract Agreement, the Grantee must immediately notify the state. 7.3 The Grantee must clearly post on the Grantee’s website the names of, and contact information for, the Grantee’s leadership and the employee or other person who directly manages and oversees this Grant Contract Agreement on behalf of the Grantee. 8 Assignment, Amendments, Waiver, and Contract Complete 8.1 Assignment. The Grantee may neither assign nor transfer any rights or obligations under this Grant Contract Agreement without the prior consent of the State and a fully executed agreement, executed and approved by the authorized parties or their successors. 8.2 Amendments. Any amendment to this Grant Contract Agreement must be in writing and will not be effective until it has been executed and approved by the same parties who executed and approved the original Grant Contract Agreement or their successors. 8.3 Waiver. If the State fails to enforce any provision of this Grant Contract Agreement, that failure does not waive the provision or its right to enforce it. 8.4 Contract Complete. This Grant Contract Agreement contains all negotiations and agreements between the State and the Grantee. No other understanding regarding this Grant Contract Agreement, whether written or oral, may be used to bind either party. 9 Subcontracting and Subcontract Payment 9.1 A subrecipient is a person or entity that has been awarded a portion of the work authorized by this Grant Contract Agreement by Grantee. The Grantee must document any subaward through a formal legal agreement. The Grantee must provide timely notice to the State of any subrecipient(s) prior to the subrecipient(s) performing work under this Grant Contract Agreement. Page 87 of 335 Page 5 of 10 9.2 The Grantee must monitor the activities of the subrecipient(s) to ensure the subaward is used for authorized purposes; is in compliance with the terms and conditions of the subaward, Minnesota Statutes § 16B.97, Subd.4 (a) 1, and other relevant statutes and regulations; and that subaward performance goals are achieved. 9.3 During this Grant Contract Agreement, if a subrecipient is determined to be performing unsatisfactorily by the State’s Authorized Representative, the Grantee will receive written notification that the subrecipient can no longer be used for this Grant Contract Agreement. 9.4 No sub-agreement shall serve to terminate or in any way affect the primary legal responsibility of the Grantee for timely and satisfactory performances of the obligations contemplated by the Grant Contract Agreement. 9.5 The Grantee must pay any subrecipient in accordance with Minnesota Statutes § 16A.1245. 9.6 The Grantee and any subrecipients must not contract with vendors who are suspended or debarred by the State of Minnesota or the federal government. 10 Liability The Grantee must indemnify, save, and hold the State, its agents, and employees harmless from any claims or causes of action, including attorney’s fees incurred by the State, arising from performance of this Grant Contract Agreement by the Grantee or the Grantee’s agents or employees. This clause will not be construed to bar any legal remedies the Grantee may have for the State’s failure to fulfill its obligations under this Grant Contract Agreement. 11 State Audits Under Minnesota Statutes § 16B.98, Subd. 8, the Grantee’s books, records, documents, and accounting procedures and practices relevant to this Grant Contract Agreement are subject to examination by the Commissioner of Administration, the State granting agency, the State Auditor, the Attorney General, and the Legislative Auditor, as appropriate, for a minimum of six years from the expiration or termination of this Grant Contract Agreement, receipt and approval of all final reports, or the required period of time to satisfy all State and program retention requirements, whichever is later. 12 Government Data Practices and Intellectual Property Rights 12.1 Government Data Practices. The Grantee and State must comply with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, as it applies to all data provided by the State under this grant contract, and as it applies to all data created, collected, received, stored, used, maintained, or disseminated by the Grantee under this grant contract. The civil remedies of Minnesota Statutes § 13.08 apply to the release of the data referred to in this clause by either the Grantee or the State. If the Grantee receives a request to release the data referred to in this Clause, the Grantee must immediately notify the State. The State will give the Grantee instructions concerning the release of the data to the requesting party before the data is released. The Grantee’s response to the request shall comply with applicable law. 12.2 Intellectual Property Rights A. Pre-Existing Intellectual Property. 1) “Pre-Existing Intellectual Property” means any materials, information, works of authorship, inventions (whether or not patentable), improvements, or discoveries (i) owned by a party prior to the execution of this contract, (ii) conceived or created by a party outside of the scope of this contract, or (iii) conceived or created by a party using no materials or information provided by the other party. State and Grantee shall each retain ownership of all rights, title, and interest in their respective Pre-Existing Intellectual Property. 2) State hereby grants to the Grantee a license to use, copy, and modify the provided materials and information solely to perform the duties described in this Contract. Page 88 of 335 Page 6 of 10 B. Ownership. The Grantee shall own all rights, title and interest in and to all of the inventions, discoveries, copyrighted works, or improvements, conceived or created by the Grantee or its employees or subcontractors in the course of performing the Grantee’s duties under this contract (“Inventions”). C. License. The Grantee hereby grants the State a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, non- sublicensable license to use the research results, copyrighted works, and Inventions for State Purposes. State Purpose means a non-commercial purpose consistent with the mission of the State. As part of the license, the State may share the Inventions with its subcontractors only as necessary and as is required to fulfill its governmental purpose. 13 Workers Compensation The Grantee certifies that it is in compliance with Minnesota Statutes § 176.181, Subd. 2, pertaining to workers’ compensation insurance coverage. The Grantee’s employees and agents will not be considered State employees. Any claims that may arise under the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Act on behalf of these employees and any claims made by any third party as a consequence of any act or omission on the part of these employees are in no way the State’s obligation or responsibility. 14 Governing Law, Jurisdiction, Venue Venue for all legal proceedings out of this Grant Contract Agreement, or its breach, must be in the appropriate state or federal court with competent jurisdiction in Ramsey County, Minnesota. 15 Termination 15.1 Termination by the State. A. Without Cause. The State may terminate this Grant Contract Agreement without cause, upon 30 days’ written notice to the Grantee. Upon termination, the Grantee will be entitled to payment, determined on a pro rata basis, for services satisfactorily performed. B. With Cause. The State may immediately terminate this Grant Contract Agreement if the State finds that there has been a failure to comply with the provisions of this grant contract, that reasonable progress has not been made, or that the purposes for which the funds were granted have not been or will not be fulfilled. The State may take action to protect the interests of the State of Minnesota, including the refusal to disburse additional funds and requiring the return of all or part of the funds already disbursed. 15.2 Termination by the Commissioner of Administration. The Commissioner of Administration may immediately and unilaterally terminate this Grant Contract Agreement if further performance under the agreement would not serve agency purposes or performance under the Grant Contract Agreement is not in the best interest of the State. 15.3 Termination for Insufficient Funding. The State may immediately terminate this Grant Contract Agreement if it does not obtain funding from the Minnesota Legislature, federal government, or other funding source; or if funding cannot be continued at a level sufficient to allow for the payment of the services addressed within this Grant Contract Agreement. Termination must be by written notice to the Grantee. The State is not obligated to pay for any services that are provided after notice and effective date of termination. However, the Grantee will be entitled to payment, determined on a pro rata basis, for services satisfactorily performed to the extent that dedicated funds are available. Page 89 of 335 Page 7 of 10 In the event of temporary lack of funding or appropriation, the State may pause its obligations under this Grant Contract Agreement without terminating it. This pause will be for the duration of the lack of funding or appropriation and shall not be considered a termination of the Grant Contract Agreement. The Grantee will be notified in writing of the temporary pause, and the Grantee’s ability to provide services may be temporarily suspended during this period. The State will provide reasonable notice to the Grantee of the lack of funding or appropriation and shall notify the Grantee once funding is restored or appropriated, at which point the provision of services under the Grant Contract Agreement may resume. The State will not be assessed any penalty if the Grant Contract Agreement is terminated due to insufficient funding. The State must provide the Grantee notice of the lack of funding within a reasonable time of the State’s receiving notice. 16 Publicity and Endorsement 16.1 Publicity. Any publicity pertaining to the services resulting from this Grant Contract Agreement shall identify the State as the sponsoring agency. Publicity includes, but is not limited to: websites, social media platforms, notices, informational pamphlets, press releases, research, reports, signs, and similar public notices prepared by or for the Grantee or its employees individually or jointly with others or any subcontractors. All projects primarily funded by state grant appropriations must publicly credit the State, including on the grantee’s website, when practicable. 16.2 Endorsement. The Grantee must not claim that the State endorses its products or services. 17 Data Disclosure Under Minnesota Statutes § 270C.65, Subd. 3, and other applicable law, the Grantee consents to disclosure of its social security number, federal employer tax identification number, and/or Minnesota tax identification number, already provided to the State, to federal and state tax agencies and state personnel involved in the payment of state obligations. These identification numbers may be used in the enforcement of federal and state tax laws which could result in action requiring the Grantee to file state tax returns and pay delinquent state tax liabilities, if any. Exhibits The following Exhibits are attached and incorporated into this Grant Contract Agreement. In the event of a conflict between the terms of this Grant Contract Agreement and its Exhibits, or between Exhibits, the order of precedence is first the Grant Contract Agreement, and then in the following order: Exhibit A: Training requirements Page 90 of 335 Page 8 of 10 State Encumbrance Verification Individual certifies that funds have been encumbered as required by Minnesota Statutes §§ 16A.15 Print Name: ___________________________________ Signature: _____________________________________ Title: Date: _______________ SWIFT Contract No./ PO No. 281246/3-23307 Grantee With delegated authority Print Name: ___________________________________ Signature: _____________________________________ Title: Date: _______________ FINAL DRAFT for review only not executed until signed by all parties via DocuSign State Agency With delegated authority Print Name: ___________________________________ Signature: _____________________________________ Title: Date: ______________ Page 91 of 335 Page 9 of 10 Exhibit A Training Requirements Entry level training requirements (chapter and sections reference the 2020 Minnesota Building Code Ch. 1309) Sec. Training Description - Includes education, plan review and inspections 1 Safety Training (OHSA 10) 2 ICC courses to achieve competency criteria 1301.1400 (if needed) or 3 Classes to achieve competency criteria 1301.1400 (if needed) 4 Legal Aspects of Building Code Administration Overview of Municipal Inspection Policies (with Building Official and appropriate Municipal Admin. Staff) Ordinance Adoption Permit Fees, valuations Correction Orders Stop Work Orders Certificate of Occupancy Rights of Entry Hazardous Buildings MSBC Ch. 1300.0180, MS. 463.15-26 viii) Records Retention Records Retention Zoning Ordinance Review 5 Building Department Administration and Management Municipality’s Building Permitting Policies Receiving and Processing Building Permit Applications Customer Service – communicating City policies Understanding Land Use or Flood Plain Requirements Issuing Permits Understanding Municipal Inspection Policies Scheduling Inspections Maintaining Municipal Records State reports Understanding an Itemized Building Department Budget Understanding How State Agencies Laws and Rules Impact Municipal Administration and Enforcement Stormwater Management Demolition of Existing Structures Lead Paint and Existing Structures Asbestos and Existing Structures 6 Decks 7 Re-Roofs 8 Re-Siding, Exterior Finishes (veneers, stucco, etc.) 9 Retaining Walls 10 Window, Door, and/or Replacements 11 3 – Season and 4 – Season Porches Page 92 of 335 Page 10 of 10 12 Basement Finishes 13 HVAC Equipment Replacements 14 Gas Meters, Gas Piping, Gas Line Air Tests, 15 Additions to Existing Plumbing Systems 16 One and Two-Family Dwellings IRC-1, IRC-2, Townhouses IRC-3, Accessory structures IRC-4 Certificate of Survey, Setbacks, Elevations, Property Lines, Erosion Control Footings, Foundations and Reinforcing Framing Floor Assemblies Wall Assemblies Roof Assemblies Inspecting Truss Systems Exterior Finishes Residential HVAC Systems Radon Systems Residential Plumbing Inspections including Site Utilities Residential Energy Plan Review and Inspection Ch. 1322 Residential Fire-resistant construction R302 Final Inspections Energy Certificate C of O or TCO Page 93 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: Xiong Thao, Housing and Community Standards Manager THROUGH: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director BY: Xiong Thao, Housing and Community Standards Manager SUBJECT: Administrative Citations and Fee Schedule Changes Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a resolution adopting a fee schedule for the administrative penalty system. Background: During the City Council meeting on December 8, 2025 Council directed staff to change the fees for Administrative Citations and other fees in the Fee Schedule. At council's request, staff inquired with several different surrounding metro cities for their feedback on how administrative penalty programs are administered. Changes were made to the 2026 Fee Schedule to reflect Council comments and recommendations. The requested changes are: • Reducing the Administrative Penalty fees • Eliminating interests for special assessment charges • Adding vehicle storage violations as a Level 1 violation and clarifying Animal violations only as violations to the chickens or bees ordinances (1-130 & 1-140). • Reducing the residential vacant building fees Attached is a Resolution updating the Administrative Penalties fee schedule. A discussion with inspection staff was completed and there is support for the changes. However, there are a couple concerns regarding the $2,000 per year maximum. The first concern is that when a property reaches the $2,000 maximum during the assessment year, property owners will be less likely to comply and there would be fewer enforcement options. The second concern would be the increase in enhanced enforcement options such as County Citations or Formal Complaints for nuisance code violations. This increase would be due to the lack of volunteer compliance and after staff has exhausted all other options. Homeowners would then be required to appear in court or face harsh penalties for failure to comply with city code requirements. There would also be an increase in costs to the city due to the utilization of city prosecution time in bringing forward court cases for nuisance violations. Staff will exhaust all options prior to pursing a formal complaint and formal complaints will be used as a resort of last option. Page 94 of 335 The changes in this resolution are also reflected in the proposed 2026 fee schedule that will also be on the agenda. Attached are the Council memos and documents from the December 8, 2025 Council meeting. Budget Issues: No budget issues to consider. Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Administrative Penalty and Fees Powerpoint 1.12.26 2. 12.8.25 Agenda packet 3. Administrative Penalty and Fees Discussion 12-8-2025 4. 2026 Fee Schedule City - proposed changes 5. Resolution adopting fee schedule Strikeout Version 6. Administrative Citations Resolution 1.12.26 7. 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Ar e t h e r e a d d i t i o n a l c h a n g e s t h a t Co u n c i l w o u l d l i k e s t a f f t o u p d a t e o r br i n g f o r w a r d f o r c o n s i d e r a t i o n ? 5 Pa g e 1 0 0 o f 3 3 5 Page 101 of 335 Page 102 of 335 Page 103 of 335 Page 104 of 335 Page 105 of 335 Pa g e 1 0 6 o f 3 3 5 Page 107 of 335 Page 108 of 335 Page 109 of 335 Page 110 of 335 Page 111 of 335 Page 112 of 335 Page 113 of 335 Page 114 of 335 Page 115 of 335 Page 116 of 335 Page 117 of 335 Page 118 of 335 Page 119 of 335 20 4 0 C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n Up d a t e Ad m i n i s t r a t i v e P e n a l t y a n d F e e s Di s c u s s i o n Ci t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g , D e c e m b e r 8 , 2 0 2 5 Je s s e A n d e r s o n , C o m m u n i t y D e v e l o p m e n t D i r e c t o r Pa g e 1 2 0 o f 3 3 5 Hi s t o r i c a l B a c k g r o u n d • Ci t y c o u n c i l r e q u e s t d u r i n g t h e O c t o b e r 1 3 th a n d 2 7 th s p e c i a l a s s e s s m e n t he a r i n g s . • Ad m i n i s t r a t i v e P e n a l t i e s p r o g r a m w a s c r e a t e d t o a d d r e s s o n g o i n g pr o p e r t y c o d e v i o l a t i o n s . P r i o r t o A d m i n i s t r a t i v e P e n a l t i e s C o u n t y Ci t a t i o n s w e r e a n o p t i o n . • Ad m i n i s t r a t i v e P e n a l t i e s p r o g r a m w a s b r o u g h t t o c o u n c i l f o r co n s i d e r a t i o n o n F e b r u a r y 2 5 , 2 0 0 8 . S i n c e i t w a s a c h a n g e t o t h e ch a r t e r , i t r e q u i r e d a u n a n i m o u s v o t e . • Th e p r o g r a m w a s t h e n p u t o n t h e b a l l o t a s a r e f e r e n d u m i n t h e No v e m b e r 2 0 0 8 e l e c t i o n . • Th e r e f e r e n d u m p a s s e d a n d t h e f e e s c h e d u l e w a s a d o p t e d o n A p r i l 2 6 , 20 1 0 . 2 Pa g e 1 2 1 o f 3 3 5 Hi s t o r i c a l B a c k g r o u n d • Fe e R e s o l u t i o n ( 2 0 1 0 ) • Es t a b l i s h e d 3 L e v e l s o f v i o l a t i o n s a n d f i n e a m o u n t s . • Al l o w e d f o r t h e d o u b l i n g o f f i n e s p e r v i o l a t i o n p e r d a y w i t h i n 2 4 m o n t h s . • Ma x i m u m v i o l a t i o n a m o u n t $ 2 0 0 0 p e r d a y p e r v i o l a t i o n . 3 Pa g e 1 2 2 o f 3 3 5 Ba c k g r o u n d • Ad m i n i s t r a t i v e P e n a l t y p r o g r a m e s t a b l i s h e d a n a p p e a l p r o c e s s . • Wr i t t e n r e q u e s t a n a p p e a l w i t h i n 1 0 d a y s o f t h e c i t a t i o n . A b r o c h u r e w i t h an a p p e a l f o r m i s i n c l u d e d w i t h e v e r y c i t a t i o n i s s u e d . • $5 0 d e p o s i t • Ad m i n i s t r a t i v e h e a r i n g o f f i c e r • Di d a v i o l a t i o n o f t h e c i t y c o d e o c c u r ? • Ho w m u c h o f t h e c i t a t i o n t o i m p o s e , d i s m i s s , o r s t a y . 4 Pa g e 1 2 3 o f 3 3 5 Ba c k g r o u n d • 20 2 4 F e e S c h e d u l e C h a n g e s • Le v e l 1 : $ 6 0 c h a n g e d t o $ 5 0 • Le v e l 2 : $ 1 2 5 c h a n g e d t o $ 1 0 0 • Le v e l 3 : $ 3 0 0 c h a n g e d t o $ 3 0 0 f o r s i n g l e f a m i l y ; $ 5 0 0 f o r 2 - 4 u n i t s ; $ 1 0 0 0 f o r 5 + u n i t s • Ma x i m u m d a i l y a m o u n t p e r v i o l a t i o n : $ 2 0 0 0 c h a n g e d t o $ 1 0 0 0 • Ex a m p l e s • Le v e l 1 v i o l a t i o n : T r a s h c a n v i o l a t i o n ( T r a s h c a n a t t h e c u r b a f t e r t r a s h p i c k u p d a y ) • Le v e l 2 v i o l a t i o n : A v i o l a t i o n o f c i t y c o d e ( P a r k i n g o n t h e g r a s s ) • Le v e l 3 v i o l a t i o n : f a i l u r e t o o b t a i n a l i c e n s e o r p e r m i t ( R e n t i n g w i t h o u t a l i c e n s e ) 5 Pa g e 1 2 4 o f 3 3 5 Is s u a n c e o f a C i t a t i o n • Pr o p e r t y c o d e vi o l a t i o n s a r e f o u n d d u r i n g a p r o - a c t i v e o r co m p l a i n t b a s e d i n s p e c t i o n . • 1st a n d 2 nd n o t i c e i s m a i l e d . • St a f f w o u l d a t t e m p t t o c o n t a c t o w n e r o r o c c u p a n t . • Pr o v i d e e x t e n s i o n s i f w a r r a n t e d . • As a l a s t r e s o r t , i s s u e c i t a t i o n s i f n o t i n c o m p l i a n c e . • Ab a t e t h e v i o l a t i o n a s n e e d e d . • Tr a s h / j u n k , b r u s h , i n o p e r a b l e v e h i c l e , g r a s s a n d w e e d s , a n d o p e n t o tr e s p a s s / u n s e c u r e d b u i l d i n g s . • Ab a t e m e n t c o s t i s p a s s e d o n t o t h e p r o p e r t y o w n e r . 6 Pa g e 1 2 5 o f 3 3 5 Is s u a n c e o f a C i t a t i o n • Re n t a l l i c e n s e v i o l a t i o n oc c u r s w h e n a n o w n e r d o e s n o t o b t a i n a li c e n s e , f a i l s t o r e n e w t h e l i c e n s e , o r d o e s n o t p a s s t h e i n s p e c t i o n af t e r t h e l i c e n s e h a s e x p i r e d . • Re n e w a l n o t i c e s a r e e m a i l e d 1 2 0 , 9 0 , 6 0 , a n d 3 0 d a y s p r i o r t o t h e l i c e n s e ex p i r i n g . M a i l e d n o t i c e s a r e s e n t 9 0 , 6 0 a n d 3 0 d a y s p r i o r t o t h e l i c e n s e ex p i r i n g . • Pr o p e r t y i s p o s t e d a f t e r t h e l i c e n s e e x p i r e s w i t h i n 3 0 d a y s . • Af t e r t h e p r o p e r t y i s p o s t e d , s t a f f m a y s t a r t i s s u i n g c i t a t i o n s . 7 Pa g e 1 2 6 o f 3 3 5 Fe e s • Ab a t e m e n t F e e • Co s t o f a b a t e m e n t f r o m c o n t r a c t o r i s i n v o i c e d t o t h e p r o p e r t y o w n e r . • C i t y a b a t e m e n t f e e w a s c h a n g e d i n 2 0 2 4 f r o m $ 1 5 0 t o $ 7 5 . • Sp e c i a l A s s e s s m e n t F e e • If a n y c i t a t i o n s o r f e e s m u s t b e s p e c i a l l y a s s e s s e d t o H e n n e p i n C o u n t y , th e r e i s a $ 4 0 f e e . • If t h e a s s e s s m e n t i s n o t p a i d b e f o r e r o l l i n g o v e r t o H e n n e p i n C o u n t y , t h e r e is i n t e r e s t c h a r g e d o n t h e a m o u n t r o l l i n g o v e r . • Th e C i t y s e t s t h e i n t e r e s t a n d c a n b e c h a n g e d p r i o r t o r o l l i n g o v e r . 8 Pa g e 1 2 7 o f 3 3 5 Sp e c i a l A s s e s s m e n t I n t e r e s t • If t h e c i t a t i o n a n d f e e s a r e n o t p a i d a n d r o l l s o v e r t o H e n n e p i n Co u n t y , t h e r e i s i n t e r e s t t h a t i s c h a r g e d . • Th e C i t y s e t s t h e i n t e r e s t r a t e a n d i t c a n b e c h a n g e d . • Th e i n t e r e s t r a t e f o r 2 0 2 6 w o u l d b e s e t a t 5 . 1 5 % • Co u n c i l c o u l d c o n s i d e r c h a n g i n g / s p e c i f y i n g t h e i n t e r e s t r a t e f o r ea c h o f t h e s p e c i a l a s s e s s m e n t s ( G r a s s a b a t e m e n t s , A d m i n i s t r a t i v e Ci t a t i o n s , N u i s a n c e A b a t e m e n t s , T r e e s , a n d V a c a n t B u i l d i n g Re g i s t r a t i o n ) • Ad m i n p e n a l t i e s a r e a p e n a l t y • Al l o t h e r s a r e c o n s i d e r s f e e s f o r s e r v i c e . 9 Pa g e 1 2 8 o f 3 3 5 Qu e s t i o n s ? Ar e t h e r e s p e c i f i c c h a n g e s t h a t C o u n c i l wo u l d l i k e s t a f f t o r e s e a r c h o r b r i n g fo r w a r d f o r c o n s i d e r a t i o n ? 10 Pa g e 1 2 9 o f 3 3 5 2025 2026 FEE SCHEDULE Approved 1.13.25 Page 130 of 335 Introduction In March 1987, the Brooklyn Center City Council approved an amendment to the City Ordinances that removed the fees for licenses and permits from the City Ordinances and established fees by Council resolution. The resolutions establishing fees for licenses and permits were collated into the following fee schedule, and it is updated whenever fees are amended, or new fees are established. It provides a means by which fees for permits, licenses, and miscellaneous services are incorporated into one document to aid employees who need to collect fees or provide public information regarding fees. Fees for licenses and permits are set forth by Council resolution. Fees for copies, research projects, maps, and ordinances are generally set by the City Manager. Fees relating to the Community Center and Centerbrook Golf Course can be obtained directly from the Recreation Department and are not included in this fee schedule. Fees relating to the Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center can be obtained directly from the Heritage Center and are not included in this fee schedule. Page 131 of 335 Table of Contents City Clerk’s Office Licenses Licenses Amusement Device .........................................................................................................................1 Animals ..........................................................................................................................................1 Bowling Alley ..................................................................................................................................1 Christmas Tree ................................................................................................................................1 Entertainment ................................................................................................................................1 Filling Station .................................................................................................................................1 Filming & Photography ...................................................................................................................1 Fireworks ........................................................................................................................................1 Garbage/Rubbish Collection ...........................................................................................................1 Hospitality ......................................................................................................................................1 Liquor – Consumption and Display .................................................................................................1 Liquor – Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor ....................................................................................................1 Liquor – Off-Sale Brew Pub .............................................................................................................1 Liquor – Off-Sale Microdistillery ......................................................................................................1 Liquor – Off-Sale Small Brewer License ...........................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor ....................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Brew Pub .............................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Brewer Taproom ..................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Club ......................................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Intoxicating ..........................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Microdistillery Cocktail Room ...............................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Sunday Sales ........................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Temporary ...........................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Wine ....................................................................................................................2 Massage Establishment ..................................................................................................................2 Motor Vehicle Dealer ......................................................................................................................2 Pawnbroker ....................................................................................................................................2 Rap Parlor, Conversation Parlors, Adult Encounter Groups, Adult Sensitivity Groups, Escort Service, Model Services, Dancing Services, or Hostess Services .............................................................................................3 Saunas or Sauna Baths ...................................................................................................................3 Secondhand Goods Dealer ..............................................................................................................3 Sign Hanger ....................................................................................................................................3 Special Events .................................................................................................................................3 Taxicab ...........................................................................................................................................3 Tobacco Related Products ..............................................................................................................3 Table of Contents Page 132 of 335 Community Development Permits/Licenses Permits/Licenses Building and Fire Protection ...........................................................................................................4 Cesspool Cleaning ..........................................................................................................................5 Courtesy Bench ..............................................................................................................................5 Demolition .....................................................................................................................................5 Electrical Residential ......................................................................................................................5 Electrical Commercial .....................................................................................................................6 Flood Plain Use ...............................................................................................................................7 House moving ................................................................................................................................7 Land Disturbing Activities ...............................................................................................................7 Mechanical Systems License ...........................................................................................................7 Mechanical Systems .......................................................................................................................7 Planning Commission Fees .............................................................................................................7 Plumbing ........................................................................................................................................8 Rental ............................................................................................................................................8 Right-of-Way ..................................................................................................................................8 Sign ................................................................................................................................................8 Community Center Daily Admission .............................................................................................................................9 Punch Cards ...................................................................................................................................9 Memberships .................................................................................................................................9 Miscellaneous Abatement Application ................................................................................................................10 Abatement ...................................................................................................................................10 Accident Reports (Police) .............................................................................................................10 Administrative Penalty System Fees ............................................................................................10 Appeal Filing Fee – Chapter 12 and Chapter 19 ...........................................................................10 Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Administrative Review ...............................................................10 Beekeeping Registration ..............................................................................................................10 Copy Charges ...............................................................................................................................11 Dogs .............................................................................................................................................11 Fingerprinting (Police ...................................................................................................................12 Franchise (Natural Gas) ................................................................................................................12 Franchise (Electric) .......................................................................................................................12 Hearing Request Deposit .............................................................................................................12 Inspections ...................................................................................................................................12 Intoxilyzers Logs (Police) ...............................................................................................................12 Lot Combination ...........................................................................................................................12 Maps ............................................................................................................................................12 NSF Check .....................................................................................................................................12 Page 133 of 335 Opportunity Site Stormwater Fee ................................................................................................13 Police Reports ..............................................................................................................................13 Public Subsidy Application Fee .....................................................................................................13 PUD Amendment (Minor) ............................................................................................................13 Right of Way Registration ............................................................................................................13 Site and Building Plan Amendment (Minor) .................................................................................13 Special Assessment Charge for Unpaid fine amounts that are assessed .....................................13 Special Assessment Interest Rate .................................................................................................13 Special Computer Search (Police) .................................................................................................13 Subdivision (Minor) ......................................................................................................................13 Tow to City Property (Police) ........................................................................................................13 Tree Contractor Registration ........................................................................................................13 Tree Removal ...............................................................................................................................13 Vacant Building Registration ........................................................................................................13 Vacation – Street, Alley, Easement (Engineering) ........................................................................13 Video Taping Duplicating (Police) ................................................................................................13 Weed Inspection ..........................................................................................................................14 Well Water Test ............................................................................................................................14 Zoning Letter ................................................................................................................................14 Utility Recycling Utility (Quarterly rates) ................................................................................................15 Sanitary Sewer Utility (Quarterly rates) .......................................................................................15 Storm Sewer Utility (Quarterly rates) ..........................................................................................15 Street Light Utility (Quarterly rates) ............................................................................................15 Street and Storm Drainage Special Assessment Rates Partial Street Reconstruction .....................................................................................................16 Pavement Rehabilitation ...........................................................................................................16 Water and Sanitary Sewer Connection ........................................................................................16 Water Utility (Quarterly rates) .....................................................................................................17 Appendix A Opportunity Site Stormwater Map ..............................................................................................18 Page 134 of 335 1 City Clerk’s Office Licenses License Type Annual Fee Expiration City Code Reference Amusement Device June 30 23-2101 Operator Minn. Stat. 449.15 Kiddie Ride $15/location, plus $15/machine Res. 87-31 $10/ride Animals (Cats and Dogs) Commercial Kennel Res. No. 97-180 $100 September 30 1-102 Bowling Alley Res. No. 97-180 $20/alley December 31 23-209.01 Christmas Tree Sales Deposit Res. No. 97-180 $60/lot $100/lot January 5 23-1301 Edible Cannabinoid Sales License Background Check $450 $200 23-2701 Entertainment Res. No. 2020-17 $300 December 31 23-301 Filling Station First Nozzle/Hose Each Additional Nozzle/Hose Res. No. 2023-115 $100 $15 December 31 23-402 Filming & Photography $400 23-2500 Ord. No. 2017-02 Fireworks Temporary Stand Permanent Structure Res. No. 2004-65 $350/location $100/location December 31 19-403 Garbage and/or Rubbish Collection Company Vehicle Res. No. 2023-115 $250 $50 June 30 7-103 Hospitality Res. No. 2023-115 April 30 23-2401 Level I $200 Level II $250 Level III $350 Liquor – Civil Penalties Offense Civil Fine Suspension/Rev 1st Offense……..$ 500……… None 2nd Offense…… $1,000 .......1 day Suspension 3rd Offense…… $1,500 ........3 day Suspension 4th Offense…… $2,000 ........5 day Suspension 5th Offense…… $2,000 .......Revocation Res. No. 2019-116 11-107 Liquor – Consumption and Display Temporary (maximum 10 days for City) Res. No. 2017-203 $300 $25 December 31 N/A 11-106 Liquor – Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor Res. No. 2017-203 $100 December 31 11-106 Liquor – Off-Sale Brew Pub Res. No. 2017-203 $200 December 31 11-106 Liquor – Off-Sale Microdistillery Res. No. 2017-203 $200 December 31 11-106 Page 135 of 335 2 License Type Annual Fee Expiration City Code Reference Liquor – Off-Sale Small Brewer License Res. No. 2017-203 $200 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor Temporary Res. No. 2017-203 $500 $10/day December 31 N/A 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Brew Pub On-Sale Intoxicating On-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor Res. No. 2017-203 $6,500 $500 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Brewer Taproom Res. No. 2017-203 $600 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Club Up to 200 members 201-500 members 501-1,000 members 1,001-2,000 members 2,001-4,000 members 4,001-6,000 members Over 6,000 members $300 $500 $650 $800 $1,000 $2,000 $3,000 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Intoxicating Res. No. 2017-203 December 31 11-106 Hotels & Clubs $6,500 The Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center $5,000 Culinary Class $100 Liquor – On-Sale Microdistillery Cocktail Room Res. No. 2017-203 $600 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Sunday Sales Res. No. 2017-203 $200 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Temporary Maximum 3 consecutive days; no more than 12 days per year Special Event Permit Maximum 10 consecutive days; no more than 40 days per year $25/per day $25/per day 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Wine Res. No. 2017-203 $2,000 December 31 11-106 Res. No. 87-31 December 31 23-1703 $3,000 $1,500 $50 Massage Establishment Establishment Investigation – Establishment Masseur or Masseuse Investigation – Masseur/Masseuse $100 Motor Vehicle Dealer Class A Class B Res. No. 97-180 $250 $75 April 30 23-1202 Pawnbroker Res. No. 2004-101 December 31 23-603 $3,000 Establishment Investigation $1,500 Page 136 of 335 3 License Type Annual Fee Expiration City Code Reference Rap Parlors, Conversation Parlors, Adult Encounter Res. No. 87-31 December 31 23-1804 Groups, Adult Sensitivity Groups, Escort Services, Model Services, Dancing Services, or Hostess Services $1,500 Investigation $1,500 Saunas or Sauna Baths Res. No. 87-31 December 31 23-1602 Establishment $3,000 Investigation $1,500 Secondhand Goods Dealer Res. No. 98-227 December 31 23-652 $750, plus $1.50 per reportable transaction Investigation $1,500 Sign Hanger Res. No. 97-180 $60 April 30 34-160 Special Events $100 application fee Additional fees may be charged 23-2600 Res. No 2022-25 Taxicab Res. No. 2004-101 $100/vehicle December 31 23-702 Tobacco Related Products License Fee Investigation Res. No. 2023-115 $300 $150 December 31 23-101 Page 137 of 335 Page 4 Community Development Permits/Licenses Permit Type Fee City Code Reference Building and Fire Protection Valuation $1 to $1,000 Valuation $1,001 to $2,000 $49.50 for the first 1,000 plus $3.25 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000 3-103 Res. No. 2018-09 Valuation of$2,001 to $25,000 $82.00 for the first $2,000 plus $14.85 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000 Valuation of $25,001 to $50,000 $423.55 for the first $25,000 plus $10.70 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000 Valuation of $50,001 to $100,000 $691.05 for the first $50,000 plus $7.45 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to including $100,00 Valuation of $100,001 to $500,000 $1,063.55 for the first $100,000 plus $6.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,00 Valuation of $500,001 to $1,000,000 $3,463.55 for the first $500,00 plus $5.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000 Valuation of $1,000,001 and up $6,013.55 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof Plan Check Fee Investigation Fee 65% of the amount of the permit fee Same amount as building permit fee Residential Siding Replacement up to 4 units $150 per unit Residential Siding Replacement up to 4 units $150 per unit not including flat roofs Residential Solar Panel Installation Egress Window $200 $100 up to two windows; $150 for 3 more Window or Door Replacement Residential Deck $100 up to two windows, $150 for 3 or more up to 120 sq ft $150; over 120 sq ft $250 Residential Driveway (non-ROW) Residential Fence Inter-Agency Inspections (MDH or DHS) $25 $25 $150 Residential Dwelling Conversion to Assisted Living $500 M.S. 326B.103 Page 138 of 335 Page 5 Permit Type Fee City Code Reference Cesspool Cleaning Permit $18.75 7-502 Res. No. 87-32 Courtesy Bench 23-902 Permit $50/bench 23-903 Inspection $50/bench Res. No. 2007-47 Demolition Residential Commercial $75 $150 23-1501 Res. No. 2005-65 Electrical Minimum Fee for one inspection trip $50 per trip 3-103 Res. No. 2020-20 Two trip fee (Every job where wiring will be covered needs a rough-in and final inspection. Examples: remodel or new bath, kitchen, porch, basement, laundry, detached garage, swimming pool, etc.) $100 (includes two inspections) Service changeout $110 Temporary service $55 Service changeout with one or two remodeled or added rooms $160 includes two inspections Subpanel change out $50 New or major remodel of apartment or condominium (this includes main service, feeders, house panel, circuit breakers, and temp power) $100 per unit Residential maximum (includes new houses, townhouses, remodels with 50% or more of the lights, receptacles and switches being replaced $190 includes three inspections Outside electrical reinstalled after siding replacement, house, duplex, triplex, four-plex, attached townhouses, and apartments $50 first unit plus $25 each additional unit Electronic inspection fee for these items only: furnace, air conditioning, bath fan, fireplace, or receptacle for water heater vent. Must email require pictures. $40 Solar fees for PV System: Residential & Commercial 0 – 5,000 watts 5,001 – 10,000 watts 10,001 – 20,000 watts 20,001 – 30,000 watts 30,001 – 40,000 watts $90 $150 $225 $300 $375 plus $25 for each additional Page 139 of 335 Page 6 Commercial Electrical Fees Description Valuation $1 to $1,000 Fee calculation $50.00 Valuation $1,001 to 2,000 $50 for the first $1,000 plus $3.25 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000 Valuation $2,001 to $25,000 $82.00 for the first $2,000 plus $14.85 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000 Valuation $25,001 to $50,000 $423.55 for the first $25,000 plus $10.70 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000 Valuation $50,001 to $100,000 $691.05 for the first $50,000 plus $7.45 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000 Valuation $100,001 to $500,000 $1,063.55 for the first $100,000 plus $6.00 for each additional $1,0001,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000 Valuation $500,000 to $1,000,000 $3,463.55 for the first $500,000 plus $5.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000 Valuation $1,000,000 and up $6,013.55 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof Re-inspection Fee (in addition to all other fees) $50 Investigation Fee (working without a permit) $1 Refunds issued only for permits over Page 140 of 335 Page 7 Permit Type Fee City Code Reference Flood Plain Use Up to 1 acre 1 acre to 5 acres $50 $50/acre 35-2182 Res. No. 2005-65 Over 5 acres $250 plus $37.50 per acre for each acre or fraction thereof over 5 acres House moving 23-1501 Permit $200 Res. No. 2005-65 Code Compliance Review Prior to Moving Structure $100 into City Land Disturbing Activities Permit Res. No. 2005-162 $50 35-7900 Mechanical Systems License Res. No. 97-180 $60 April 30 23-1500 Mechanical Systems Valuation $0 to $500 Valuation $501 to $50,000 Valuation Over $50,000 Res. No. 2018-09 $75 $75 plus 2% of value of any amount in excess of $500 $1,012.50 plus 1% of value of any amount in excess of $50,000 3-103 Mechanical Plan Review (only when submitted without a building permit) 65% of base permit fee 2” and less diameter pipe 1-3 fixtures Additional openings $5.75 each $2.50 each 2” and over diameter pipe 1-3 fixtures Additional opening $15 each $3.25 each Residential Air Conditioner Installation Residential Air Conditioner & Furnace Installation Residential Boiler or Fireplace up to 4 units Residential Furnace Installation Residential Gas Stove or Dryer up to 4 units $75 $125 $75 $100 $75 Planning Commission Fees - For all Planning Commission Applications, a refundable escrow of $1,000 will be added to the fee to cover any additional costs associated with the review of the application. Additional escrows may be required subject to the determination of the City Planner. Zoning Code Text Amendment Rezonings Site and Building Plan and Major Amendments Preliminary Plat Final Plat Variance $500 $1,050 $750 $400 $200 $200 35-71300 35-71300 35-7600 35-8106 35-8107 35-71000 Interim Use Permit (IUP) $250 35-7800 IUP Extension/Amendment $150 35-7800 Conditional Use Permit (CUP) $250 35-7700 CUP Amendment $250 35-7700 Permit Appeal $200 35-7300 Planned Unit Development (PUD) $1,800 35-8300 PUD Amendment - Major $700 35-8300 Comprehensive Plan Amendment $1,050 35-71200 Page 141 of 335 Page 8 Permit Type Fee City Code Reference Plumbing Minimum Fee Res. No. 2018-09 $75 3-103 Repair or alteration of existing system New residential or commercial building 2% of estimated cost 2% of estimated cost Plumbing Plan Review (only when submitted without a building permit) 65% of base permit fee Residential Water Heater up to 4 units $85 Residential Water Softener up to 4 units Residential Water Heater and Softener up to 4 units $85 $85 Plumbing Fixtures $75 up to 3 fixtures; $15 for each additional RPZ Installation/Rebuild $50 (plus $1 state surcharge) RPZ Test $25 (plus $1 state surcharge) Rental Single Family Dwelling Initial License/New Owner Res. No. 2005-152 $400 12-901 Renewal License (no change in license holder) $300 Two Family Dwelling Each Rental Unit $200 Multiple Family Dwelling Each Building $200 Each Unit Minimum Base Fee $18 License Reinstatement $450; Res. No. 2011-65 12-910 Conversion to Rental A residential property converted to a rental property, or a registered residential vacant building re- occupied as a rental property. This applies to lawful single-family and Single-family attached dwellings. $500; Res. No. 2008-150 12-902 Right-Of-Way Administration Fee Excavation Fee Obstruction Fee Res. No. 2018-42 $100 per permit $250 per permit $200 per permit 25-1009 Pole Attachment Fee Extension $1,500 per site $50 per permit Penalties: Delay Penalty $50/day for pavement; $25/day for boulevard/turf Sign 50 sq. ft in area or less Over 50 sq. ft in area Minimum Fee Footing inspection, when required Res. No. 2005-65 $50 $50/1st 50 sq. ft and $15.00 for each additional 50 sq. ft or fraction $50 $50 35-6000 Temporary Sign $25 Page 142 of 335 Page 9 Community Center Daily Admission AGES RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT 2-14 & 62+ $4 $6 15-61 $5 $7 Punch Cards Daily admission and punch cards provide daily access to all amenities included in a community center membership AGES 10 25 10 25 RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT 2-14 & 62+ $38 $90 $57.50 $143.50 15-61 $47.50 $112.50 $67.50 $162.50 Memberships MONTHS 1 12 1 12 RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT INDIVIDUAL $23 $175 $38 $291 DUAL $29 $220 $48 $367 SENIOR $19 $164 $31 $273 HOUSEHOLD $32 $252 $53 $420 Page 143 of 335 Page 10 Miscellaneous Services Service Fee Abatement Application (Assessing) Taxpayer caused only (others no charge) $45 Abatement (City-Facilitated)/Administrative Service Charge $999 or less $1,000 or Higher Res. No. 2008-150 $75 $150 $75 Accident Reports (Police) < 10 pages no charges $0.25 per page $0.15 per page, if subject of data $0.50 per report, commercial user [defined as a user who requests access to more than five reports per month M.S. § 169.09, Subd. 13(5) (f)] Administrative Penalty System Fees Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 - Single Family - 2 - 4 Units - 5 plus Units $50 $125 $100 $300 $500 $1,000 Maximum fine amount per violation per day cannot exceed $1,000 Maximum fine total amount cannot exceed $2,000 per assessment period. Fine cannot be doubled and issued per day. Violation Type (Ordinance reference) Waste container setback violation (7-102) and Vechicle storage (19-103.14) Local Traffic and Parking (27) Parking Surface violation (12-316) All other city code violations, designated as a misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor Animal (1-130 &1-140)(10) Failure to register a vacant property (12-1500) Failure to obtain a permit or license Tenant protection violation (12-912D) Level 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 4 Appeal Filing Fee – Chapters 12 and 19 $50 Res. No. 2005-65 Alarm 1st – No charge Fire 2nd - $150 3rd - $300 Police 1 -4 - No charge 5th - $50 After 5th alarm, each alarm increases by $25 Res. No. 93-233 Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Administrative Review $100 Beekeeping Registration $40 Res No. 2019-26 Page 144 of 335 Page 11 Service Fee Copy Charges for Public Government Data Requests Not from the Data Subject 100 Pages or Fewer Black and White Photocopies 8.5 x 11 or 8.5 x 14 Two-Sided Copy (8.5 x 11 or 8.5 x 14) All Other Public Government Data Requests The city will charge the requester actual costs of searching for and retrieving the data, including the cost of employee time, and for making, certifying, compiling, and transmitting copies of the data or the data themselves Exception: There will be no charges for searching, retrieving, compiling, and electronically transmitting readily available data Minn. Stat. 13.03, Subd. 3 (c) < 10 pages no charge $0.25 $0.50 Actual Costs Labor – $0.40 per minute Paper – $0.01 per sheet Black/White Photocopier – $0.01 per page Color Photocopier - $0.07 per page Black/White Printer – $0.02 per page Color LaserJet Printer – $0.09 per color page Other Actual Costs that may or may not be included – refer to the document Fees for Providing Copies of Public Government Data compiled by the State of Minnesota, Department of Administration, Information Policy Analysis Division at www.ipad.state.mn.us or 651-296-6733 Total Actual Costs require that you add labor cost at $0.40 per minute to the supply and materials costs to establish total actual costs Copy Charges for Public Government Data Requests by the Subject of Data When the requester is the subject of the data, the city will not charge for searching for and retrieving data. The requester will be charged the actual costs associated with making, certifying, compiling, or transmitting copies of the data themselves. Exception: There will be no charge for compiling and electronically transmitting readily available data. Actual Costs <10 pages no charge $0.15 per page Dogs Registration – Dangerous and Potentially Dangerous Contest Declaration Hearing Fee Review Declaration Hearing Fee Contest Sterilization Requirement for Potentially Dangerous Boarding Fee Impounding Penalty $35/annual Res. No. 2004-132 $250 Res. No. 2014-43 $100 Res. No. 2014-43 $250 Res. No. 2015-31 Joint & Cooperative Agreement with PUPS $31/day Fingerprinting (Police) Brooklyn Center resident or Brooklyn Center business owner and/or owner’s employees (Saturday 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm) $10/card Page 145 of 335 Page 12 Service Fee Franchise (Natural Gas) Ord. No. 2019-03 Residential $1.66/month Commercial A $1.74/month Commercial Industrial B $5.63/month Commercial C $22.50/month SVDF A $56.23/month SVDF B $107.96/month LVDF $107.96/month Franchise (Electric) Ord. No. 2023-08 Residential $1.65/month Small Commercial & Industrial – Non-Demand $4.25/month Small Commercial & Industrial – Demand Large $22.75/month Commercial & Industrial $103.00/month Public Street Lighting $13.50/month Municipal Pumping – Non-Demand Municipal Pumping – Demand $13.50/month $13.50/month Hearing Request Deposit $50 Res. No. 2011-55 No Charge No Charge $100 $150 $200 $50/each Res. No. 2009-130 Res. No. 2008-150 $100 $100 for each common area, plus $50 for each unit/Res. No. 2008-151 $115 $195 $195 $275 $415 Res. No. 2009-29 Inspections Fire Inspection, Commercial Initial Inspection First Re-Inspection Second Re-Inspection Third Re-Inspection Fourth and Subsequent Re-Inspections Fire Inspection, Daycare Re-inspection A re-inspection fee for the second re-inspection and each subsequent re-inspection shall be collected from the applicant, owner, or responsible party. Properties with 1 to 3 units Properties with 4 or more units Re-Occupancy Inspection - A property maintenance re-occupancy inspection fee is required for registered vacant buildings. Apartment/Condo Townhome Single Family Duplex (same owner) Triplex (same owner) Fourplex (same owner) $550 Res. No. 2009-29 Intoxilyzers Logs (Police) $5/page Lot Combination $100 Maps $3 8 1/2 x 11 $5 8 1/2 x 11 with Imaging (aerials) $4 11 x 17 $6 11 x 17 with Imaging (aerials) $10 24 x 24 $15 24 x 24 with Imaging (aerials) $15 23 x 36 23 x 36 with Imaging (aerials) $25 NSF Check (Finance) $30 Page 146 of 335 Page 13 Service Fee Opportunity Site Stormwater Fee (per acre of developable property See Appendix A for map $97,250.18 Police Reports (Police) < 10 pages no charge $0.25 per page $0.15 per page, if subject ofdata $0.50 per page, commercial user PUD Amendment (Minor) $350 Public Subsidy Application Fee $3,000 Escrow for consulting services related to review of application $10,000 Site and Building Plan Amendment (minor) $375 Special Assessment Charge for unpaid fine amounts that are specially assessed $30 Special Assessment Interest Rate Tall Grass Abatement Tree Abatement Administrative Penalty/Citations Administratively Register Vacant Building Abatement Costs Res. No. 24-114 7 Percent (7%) 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% Special Computer Search (Police) $7/each address Subdivision (Minor) $300 Tow to City Property (Police) Tow charge plus $15 admin fee Tree Contractor Registration Res. No. 2000-09 $35 Tree Removal Each non-assessed diseased tree /stump removed (by agreement) Special Assessment Service Charge Capitalized interest charge (assessed trees only) $50 $30/parcel in which a special assessment is levied $30/per tree Vacant Building Registration Res. No. 2008-151/2023-115 An annual registration fee shall be collected from the applicant, owner, or the party responsible. The categories shall apply to residential properties of 4 or fewer units: Category 1 – property vacant for less than 1 year and does not have any code violation or has not been issued a compliance notice for $100 code violations. Category 2 – property vacant for less than 1 year and has a code $400 violation(s) or has been issued a compliance notice for code violations. Category 3 – property vacant for 1 year or more. – 3 yearsor more years $1,000/ year Category 4 – property vacant for more than 3 years or more. $1,000 $2,000/ year Below will apply to residential properties of 5 or more units and all commercial properties: Less than 10,000 sq ft $1,000/ year Page 147 of 335 Page 14 Less than 10,000 sq ft and vacant for more than 1 year $2,000/ year Less than 10,000 sq ft and vacant for more than 1 year $3,000/ year More than 10,001 sq ft - $2,000 More than 10,001 sq ft and vacant for more than 1 year More than 10,001 sq ft and vacant for more than 2 years $2.000/ year $5,000/ year $7,500/ year Page 148 of 335 Page 15 Service Fee Vacation – Street, Alley, Easement (Engineering) $125 Res. No. 92-132 Video Tape Duplicating (Police) $20 Weed Inspection/Removal Res. No. 2000-09 Weed cutter’s fee $60/hour Special assessment service charge $30 per parcel on which a special Capitalized interest charge (assessed weeds only) assessment is levied $10 per notice Well Water Test $10 Zoning Letter (Community Development) $75 Page 149 of 335 Page 16 Utility Services Service Fee Recycling Utility Minimum charge per household per quarter Certification for collection with property taxes Res. No. 2024-137 $24.84/quarter $50 Sanitary Sewer Utility Res. No. 2024-134 Base Rate Quarterly Residential $112.68 Single Family $79.61 Apartment $61.97 Senior Citizen $4.79 per 1,000 gallons Non-Residential Rate SAC Fee established by MCES Charges set by MCES $50 Certification with property taxes Labor, materials, equipment and Line cleaning charge overhead Established annually by resolution Sanitary Sewer Connection Storm Sewer Utility (quarterly rates) Res. No, 2024-135 Base Rate Cemeteries and Golf Course Parks Single Family, Duplex, Townhouse School, Government Buildings Multiple Family, Churches Commercial, Industrial Vacant Land $81.42 per acre $20.36 per acre $40.71 per acre $20.36/lot $101.78 per acre $244.29 per acre $303.17 per acre As assigned Certification for collection with property taxes Private facility cleaning charge $50 Labor, materials, equipment and overhead Street Light Utility (quarterly rates) Res. No. 2024-136 Single, Double, and Multiple Family Residential $8.83/dwelling unit Parks $15.03 Schools, Government Buildings, Churches $30.08 Retail and Service-Office $45.10 Commercial and Industrial $45.10 Vacant Land and Open Space As Assigned Certification for collection with property taxes $50 Page 150 of 335 Page 17 Street and Storm Drainage Special Assessment Rates Land Use R-1 zoned, used as one-family that cannot be subdivided R-2 zoned, used as a two-family site that cannot be subdivided R-3 zoned (per unit) Partial Street Construction R-1 zoned, used one-family that cannot be subdivided R-2 zoned, or used as a two-family site that cannot be subdivided R-3 zoned (per unit) Pavement Rehabilitation R-1 zoned, used one-family that cannot be subdivided R-2 zoned, or used as a two-family site that cannot be subdivided R-3 zoned (per unit) The residential assessment rates for street and storm drainage construction and pavement rehabilitation shall not apply to R-4 and R-5 zoned districts. The assessment rates for street reconstruction and pavement rehabilitation for R-4 and R-5 zoned property shall be based on evaluation of the project cost and the project benefit for each project. Res. No. 24-115 $5,338 per lot (street) $1,601 per lot (storm drainage) $71.1733 per front foot with a $5,338 per lot minimum (street) $21.3467 per front foot with a $1,601 per lot minimum (storm drainage) Assessable frontage x $71.1733 (street) Number of residential units Assessable frontage x $21.3467 (storm) Number of residential units $4,002 per lot (street) $53.3600 per front foot with a $4,002 per lot minimum (street) Assessable frontage x $53.3600 (street) Number of residential units $1,764 per lot (street) $23.5200 per front foot with a $1,764 per lot minimum (street) Assessable frontage x $23.5200 (street) Number of residential units Water and Sanitary Sewer Connection Commercial/Industrial Water > 5 Acres Commercial/Industrial Sewer > 5 Acres Commercial/Industrial Water < 5 Acres Commercial/Industrial Sewer < 5 Acres Retail/Office Water > 5 Acres Retail/Office Sewer > 5 Acres Retail/Office Water < 5 Acres Retail/Office Sewer < 5 Acres Multi Family Water > 5 Acres Multi Family Sewer > 5 Acres Multi Family Water < 5 Acres Multi Family Sewer < 5 Acres Water per connection Single Family Sewer per connection Res. No. 2001-161 $10,000 $5,000 $5,000 $3,000 $5,000 $3,000 $3,000 $1,500 $5,000 $3,000 $3,000 $1,500 $1,000 $1,000 Page 151 of 335 Page 18 Water Utility Res. No. 2024-133 Water Conservation Rate 5/8” and ¾” meter $28.49 0-30,000 gallons per quarter $4.75 per 1,000 gallons 30,001-60,000 gallons per quarter $5.93 per 1,000 gallons 60,001 or more gallons per quarter $8.84 per 1,000 gallons Base Rate Quarterly minimum rate 1” meter 1 1/2 “ meter $82.76 $106.41 2” meter $206.92 3” meter $413.92 4” meter $697.76 6” meter $1,596.60 8” meter $3,023.88 10” meter $4,031.86 Water Meter Charge 5/8” or 3/4” $149.00 Water Meter Charge larger than 3/4" Actual cost + $2.00 Certification for collection with property tax $50 Quarterly fire service line charge $12.50/Res. No. 2007-140 Fire Protection inspection $52 Private hydrant maintenance Labor, materials, equipment and overhead Service restoration, Monday – Friday (except holidays) $31 Between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Service restoration, Saturday, Sunday and holidays Between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. $83 Assistance with seasonal shut-down and restoration of commercial irrigation systems, Monday – Friday (except holidays) $45/ hour with 1 hour minimum Between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Hydrant Meters (water use will be billed at the commercial rate in addition to the meter rental fee) 5/8” or 3/4” meter Deposit Rental fee (per month or portion thereof) $250 $25 3” meter Deposit $2,500 Rental fee (per month or portion thereof) $150 Penalty for violation of odd-even sprinkling $25 Water Conservation Violations (based on preceding 12-month period) Res. No. 2020-80 First offense Warning Second offense Subsequent offenses $25 $50 Page 152 of 335 Page 19 APPENDIX A OPPORTUNITY SITE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER STORMWATER AREAS ￿ BOLTON SEPTEMBER2022 ￿ & MENK Total development sys • Future Parcel/ROW boundaries Page 153 of 335 Page 20 Page 154 of 335 Member Kay Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2010-79 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A FEE ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY SYSTEM SCHEDULE FOR THE WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center adopted an Administrative Penalty Ordinance, Chapter 18; and WHEREAS, City Code authorizes the use of the administrative penalties for certain code violations. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that a fee schedule for the administrative penalty system be adopted as follows: 1. All violations of code that are punishable as a misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor are subject to administrative penalties 2. Administrative Penalty Fee Schedule Level 1 $60 $50 Level2 $125 $100 Level 3 1-4 Units 5+ Units $300 $300 $500 Violation Type Level Waste container setback violation (Ch 7-102) and vehicle storage (19- 103.14) 1 Watering restriction violation (Ch 4-202) 1 Local Traffic and Parking (Ch 27) 1 Parking surface violation (Ch 12-316) 2 All others city code violations, designated as a misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor 2 Animal (1-130 & 1-140) (Ch 01) 2 Failure to register a vacant property (Ch 12-1500) 2 Failure to obtain a permit or license 3 3. When a person has had previous citation(s) for the same violation within 24 months, the scheduled fine amount shall be doubled for each occurrence.remain the minimum amount based on the level of the violation. 4. In cases involving continuing violations, the hearing officer may adjust and impose a fee for each day the violation continues, not to exceed $2,000 per violation per day. 5.4. The maximum fine amount per violation per day may not exceed $2,000 per assessment Page 155 of 335 year.. Page 156 of 335 ￿Mi RESOLUTION NO. 2010-79 6. A late payment charge of 10% of the fine amount, with a minimum of $15, is required if not paid within 10 days from the date of the citation. 7.5. Fees to be paid to a hearing officer: The fee will be $150 as a maximum charge for up to two consecutive hearings. Any additional consecutive hearings would be $75 each. 8.6. Hearing Request Deposit fee: $20. $50 9.7. A special assessment charge of $30 will be added for unpaid fine amounts that are specially assessed. • BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that this resolution shall be effective April 26, 2010. April 26, 2010 Date Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Tim Roche and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Tim Willson, Kay Lasman, Tim Roche, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich; and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Page 157 of 335 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ADOPTING A FEE ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY SYSTEM SCHEDULE FOR THE WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center adopted an Administrative Penalty Ordinance, Chapter 18; and WHEREAS, City Code authorizes the use of the administrative penalties for certain code violations. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that a fee schedule for the administrative penalty system be adopted as follows: 1. All violations of code that are punishable as a misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor are subject to administrative penalties 2. Administrative Penalty Fee Schedule Level 1 $50 Level2 $100 Level 3 1-4 Units 5+ Units $300 $500 Violation Type Level Waste container setback violation (Ch 7-102) and vehicle storage (19- 103.14) 1 Watering restriction violation (Ch 4-202) 1 Local Traffic and Parking (Ch 27) 1 All others city code violations, designated as a misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor 2 Animal (1-130 & 1-140) 2 Failure to register a vacant property (Ch 12-1500) 2 Failure to obtain a permit or license 3 3. When a person has had previous citation(s) for the same violation within 24 months, the scheduled fine amount shall remain the minimum amount based on the level of violation. 4. The maximum fine amount may not exceed $2,000 per assessment year. Page 158 of 335 RESOLUTION NO. 5. Fees to be paid to a hearing officer: The fee will be $150 as a maximum charge for up to two consecutive hearings. Any additional consecutive hearings would be $75 each. 6. Hearing Request Deposit fee: $50. 7. A special assessment charge of $30 will be added for unpaid fine amounts that are specially assessed. • BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that this resolution shall be effective 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 159 of 335 Page 160 of 335 Page 161 of 335 Page 162 of 335 Page 163 of 335 Page 164 of 335 Page 165 of 335 Page 166 of 335 Page 167 of 335 Page 168 of 335 Page 169 of 335 Page 170 of 335 Page 171 of 335 Page 172 of 335 Page 173 of 335 Page 174 of 335 Page 175 of 335 Page 176 of 335 Page 177 of 335 Page 178 of 335 Page 179 of 335 Page 180 of 335 Page 181 of 335 Page 182 of 335 Page 183 of 335 Page 184 of 335 Page 185 of 335 Page 186 of 335 Page 187 of 335 Page 188 of 335 Page 189 of 335 Page 190 of 335 Page 191 of 335 Page 192 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director THROUGH: BY: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Resolution Authorizing Amendment 10 to the Loan Origination Agreement between the Economic Development Authority (EDA) of Brooklyn Center and the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a Resolution Authorizing Amendment 10 to the Loan Origination Agreement between the Economic Development Authority (EDA) of Brooklyn Center and the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) Background: In 2023, the Minnesota Legislature established the Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) program, funded through a Metro Area Sales and Use Tax for Housing, to address housing challenges by rehabilitating affordable housing and reducing homeownership disparities. Summary of 2025 Council Actions Throughout 2025, the City Council took steps to implement the LAHA funding stream: • Initial Planning (February 24, 2025): The Council held a work session to review LAHA program options and directed staff to develop a home rehabilitation program to address an aging housing stock and a waitlist of approximately 400 households. • Guideline Approval (May 12, 2025): The Council formally approved the Brooklyn Center Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines, establishing 0% interest deferred, forgivable loans.\ • Program Execution: An initial allocation of $135,000 from 2024 funds was deployed; due to high demand, these funds were fully committed within approximately one week of the application period opening. • Funding Receipt: 2025 LAHA allocation totaling $511,430.20 was received, with the final installment received in December 2025.Brooklyn Center previously received $188,983.33 from the 2024 allocation. The City anticipates a similar dollar amount to the 2025 for the 2026 allocation. Per state guidelines, these funds must be spent within three years of receipt. Proposed 2026 Program Budget and Structure The total program budget for 2026 is $300,000. Staff proposes the following funding structure to meet the funding requirements of the LAHA funds for direct aid: Page 193 of 335 Program Budget Table • Deferred Rehab Loans: $255,000 (Source: 2025 LAHA Funds) • Deferred Rehab Loan Administration Charges: $10,000 (Source: TIF 3) • MHFA Interest Subsidy: $25,000 (Source: TIF 3) • Annual Administration Fee: $5,000 (Source: TIF 3) • Remodeling Advisor Visits: $5,000 (Source: TIF 3) Program Details Deferred Rehab Loans: Provides 0% interest loans between $5,000 and $25,000. Loans are 100% forgiven if the homeowner occupies the property for the full 15-year term. MHFA Interest Subsidy Program: Funded at $25,000 via TIF 3 for the 2026 budget, this program supplements MHFA loans by buying down interest rates to a 3% fixed rate for residents. Administrative & Technical Costs: Due to LAHA requirements, the $5,000 annual administration fee and Remodeling Advisor Visits ($275 per visit) will be funded through TIF 3. Borrowers remain responsible for the 1% origination fee and applicable closing costs. Future Outlook The remaining LAHA funds from the 2025 allocation not used for the rehabilitation program may be utilized for potential future housing developments. Staff will monitor the depletion of these funds and will return to Council with future funding suggestions as current resources run out or new projects become available. (Previous versions of this contract amendment did not reach the level of requiring council action) Budget Issues: The funding LAHA funds are required to be spent within 3 years. The other required funding is consistent with the anticipated expenses approved in the 2026 TIF3 budget. Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: Page 194 of 335 ATTACHMENTS: 1. Resolution 2. Amendment_10 3. Exhibit_A10 4. Exhibit_B10 5. 5-12-2025 Memo 6. 2-24-2025 Worksession Memo Page 195 of 335 BR291-16-1069529.v2 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT 10 TO THE LOAN ORIGINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND THE CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT (CEE) WHEREAS, the Economic Development Authority (EDA) of Brooklyn Center and the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) entered into an original Loan Origination Agreement on January 1, 2018; and WHEREAS, there have been nine previous amendments to this agreement to extend the relationship between the parties, and to modify various terms and conditions; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center utilizes Tax Increment Financing (TIF 3) and Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) to fund housing rehabilitation programs, including the MHFA Interest Subsidy Program and the LAHA Deferred Rehab Loan Program; and WHEREAS, the proposed Amendment 10 extends the term of the agreement from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026; and WHEREAS, Amendment 10 establishes a total program budget of $3000,000 for 2026 to support home maintenance, energy improvements, and interest rate buy-downs for residents for the MHFA Interest Subsidy Program and the LAHA Deferred Rehab Loan Program; and WHEREAS, the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) shall continue to serve as the administrator for these programs, securing beneficial financing for eligible homeowners. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota: The Interim City Manager is hereby authorized to execute the contract amendment agreement, along with any amendments or other documents necessary to implement the project. The 2026 Program Budget is approved as follows: 1. LAHA Deferred Rehab Loans: $255,000 (Source: 2025 LAHA Funds) 2. MHFA Interest Subsidy: $25,000 (Source: TIF 3) 3. Annual Administration Fee: $5,000 (Source: TIF 3) 4. Remodeling Advisor Visits: $5,000 (Source: TIF 3) 5. LAHA Deferred Loan Origination Fee, Setup Fee, Prioritization Inspection Fees: $10,000 (Source: TIF 3) Page 196 of 335 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 197 of 335 1 BR291-16-1069258.v1 AMENDMENT 10 to the LOAN ORIGINATION AGREEMENT Between ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY of BROOKLYN CENTER And CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT City of Brooklyn Center Home Improvement Loan Program The Original Agreement made the 1st day of January, 2018 by and between the Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center, with offices at 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy, MN 55430, (the “Authority”), and CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT, with its offices at 212 3rd Avenue North, Suite 560, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 (“CEE”), each individually being a party, and together the Parties, is hereby amended. RECITALS WHEREAS, the Authority has an ongoing need for professional services for the administration of the Brooklyn Center Home Improvement Interest Subsidy Loan Program and the Deferred Loan Program, and desires to continue contracting with CEE to provide said services, all subject to the terms and conditions contained in Original Agreement and subsequent amendments; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Amendment 9 of this Agreement, the Deferred Loan Program has been funded using Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) and is subject to the administrative requirements of the statewide LAHA Program; and WHEREAS, both programs will continue to be funded as previously outlined in Amendment 9; and WHEREAS, the Parties wish to amend the agreement thereby replacing Exhibits A and B to the Original Agreement; NOW THEREFORE, for valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which each party hereby acknowledges, the Parties agree as follows: AMENDMENT 1. Term and Termination. Section 5.1 is replaced in its entirety to read: a) 5.1 Unless earlier terminated as provided in the following paragraphs, this Amendment shall become effective on January 1, 2026 and continue through December 31, 2026. 2. Exhibits. a) Exhibit A9 “Program Guidelines” shall be replaced with Exhibit A10 “Program Guidelines; b) Exhibit B9 “Total Program Budget” shall be replaced with Exhibit B10 “Total Program Budget.” All other sections of the contract shall remain as written in the original and amended agreements. Page 198 of 335 2 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereunder set their hands as of the date written below: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY of BROOKLYN CENTER CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT By ___________________________ By ___________________________ Daren Nyquist, Interim City Manager Stephanie Haddad, Chief Operating Officer Date __________________________ Date __________________________ #5086 By ___________________________ TAX ID 41-1647799 April Graves, Mayor Date __________________________ Page 199 of 335 Exhibit A10 Page 1 Agreement between the Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center and Center for Energy and Environment BR291-16-1069260.v1 EXHIBIT A10 PROGRAM GUIDELINES Page 200 of 335 Exhibit A10 Page 2 Agreement between the Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center and Center for Energy and Environment BROOKLYN CENTER LOAN PROGRAM GUIDELINES The Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center is making funds available for homeowners to assist with home maintenance, energy improvements and Downpayment Assistance. The Brooklyn Center Interest Subsidy Program is designed to supplement existing loan programs available from MHFA, CEE, private lenders, and other housing resources. Center for Energy and Environment shall serve as the administrator for the Brooklyn Center Programs and will secure the most beneficial financing based on the borrower’s needs independent of the funding source. Brooklyn Center Interest Subsidy Program (MFHA Loan Program) Interest Rate: 3% fixed Amortization Type: Amortizing. (Monthly Payments Required) Loan Amount: Minimum of $2,000 and Maximum of $50,000. Total Project Cost: The borrower must have sufficient funds necessary to cover the cost of the entire project (as outlined in the bid(s). Additional funds may come from personal savings, gifts, or other loan funds. Loan term: Generally, one year per $1,000 borrowed. This will be somewhat flexible depending on the size of the loan and the borrower’s ability to repay the loan. The minimum term is 1 year; the maximum term will be 15 years. Eligible Properties: 1–4-unit owner-occupied properties located within the geographical boundaries of the City of Brooklyn Center. Townhomes and Condominiums are eligible, subject to Association Bylaws. Properties may be held in a Contract for Deed. Ineligible Properties: Dwellings with more than 4 units, cooperatives, manufactured homes, time shares, properties held in the name of a trust and properties used for commercial purposes. Eligible Borrowers: All borrowers must be legal residents of the United States. Ineligible Borrowers: Including but not limited to: - Businesses, Foreign Nationals, Non-Occupant Co- Borrowers, and Properties held in the name of a Trust. Ownership/Occupancy: Owner- occupied only. Page 201 of 335 Exhibit A10 Page 3 Agreement between the Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center and Center for Energy and Environment Loan - to - Value Ratio: The ratio of all loans secured by the property, including the new loan, should not exceed 110% of the property value. Half of the improvement value may be added to the initial property value. Income Limit: The property owner’s household income shall not exceed 115% of the HUD Regional Median Income based on household size or the MHFA income limit, whichever is less. Income for eligibility will be determined by the projected income for the next 12 months per MHFA guidelines... This limit adjusts annually. Debt - to - Income Ratio: Applicant must have the ability to repay the loan. An applicant who has a debt-to-income ratio more than 48% will be ineligible to receive financing. Credit Requirements: All borrowers must have a minimum credit score of 620 and: 1) All mortgage payments must be current and reflect no 30-day late payments history in the past 12-month period (without reasonable explanation) 2) All real estate taxes must be current. 3) No outstanding judgements or collections (excluding medical). 4) Bankruptcy must have been discharged for at least 18 months prior to loan closing. 5) The redemption period on prior foreclosures must have occurred at least 18 months prior to the loan application date. 6) Generally, no more than two 60-day late payments on credit report. Any 60 day late requires a documented explanation and reasonable reasons: medical, unemployment, divorce. 7) No defaulted government loans. Multiple Loans per Property: More than one loan per property is allowed, however, the outstanding balance(s) cannot exceed $50,000. Eligible Use of Funds: Same as the current MHFA guidelines Ineligible Use of Funds: Payment for work initiated prior to the loan being approved and closed, unless due to emergency. Recreation or luxury projects (pools, lawn sprinkler systems, playground equipment, saunas, whirlpools, etc.), furniture, non-permanent appliances, and funds for working capital, debt service, homeowner labor or refinancing existing debts are NOT allowed. Bids: Only one bid/estimate is required. All contractors must be properly licensed or registered with the MN Department of Labor. Sweat Equity / Homeowner Labor: Work may be performed by property owners on a “sweat equity” basis. Loan funds may be used only for the purchase of materials. Loan funds cannot be used to rent tools/ equipment or compensate for labor. Remodeling Advisor Visit (RAV): The Remodeling Advisor Visit provides rehabilitation and/or remodeling advice upon request of the resident. The intent is to help residents improve their homes by providing technical assistance before and during the bidding and construction process. Homeowners referred by the EDA of Brooklyn Center and borrowers that are determined by CEE to need this service after a loan application is submitted is eligible. Loan Security: All loans will be secured with a mortgage. Page 202 of 335 Exhibit A10 Page 4 Agreement between the Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center and Center for Energy and Environment Borrower Fees: Borrower will be responsible for a 1% Origination Fee (which may be financed), Document Preparation Fee, mortgage filing and service fees, flood certificate, credit report and any other applicable closing fees. Underwriting Decision: Applicants must have acceptable credit history. CEE will approve or deny loans based on a credit report, income verification and other criteria as deemed necessary through CEE’s underwriting guidelines. CEE’s decision shall be final. Work Completion: All work must be completed within 9 months of the loan closing. Deferred Loan (Local Affordable Housing Aid) Interest Rate: 0% Amortization Type: Deferred Loan Amount: Minimum loan is $5,000. Maximum loan is $25,000. Total Project Cost: It is the borrower’s responsibility to obtain the amount of funds necessary to finance the entire cost of the work. In the event the final cost exceeds the original loan amount, the borrower is responsible to provide proof of having funds to pay for the remaining portion. Loan term: 15 years. If the borrower has not sold or transferred title and still occupies the property 15 years from the date of the loan, the loan is 100% forgiven. If the borrower sells or transfers title of the property, or if the property is no longer occupied by the borrower prior to 15 years, the loan is 100% due and payable. Eligible Properties: 1-4 unit owner-occupied properties located within the City of Brooklyn Center. Individual townhomes, twin-homes and condominiums are eligible. Properties held in a Contract for Deed are eligible. Ineligible Properties: Dwellings that are more than 4 units, cooperatives, manufactured homes, properties held in a Trust and properties used for commercial purposes. Eligible Borrowers: All borrowers must be legal residents of the United States. Ineligible Borrowers: Includes, but are not limited to nonresident owners, non-occupant co-borrowers, properties held in the name of a business or Trust. Ownership / Occupancy: Owner-occupied only. Page 203 of 335 Exhibit A10 Page 5 Agreement between the Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center and Center for Energy and Environment Loan- to-Value Ratio: 110% Income Limit: 80% AMI based on household size and Adjusted Gross Income from the most recent Federal Tax Return. If a tax return is not required to be filed, the income will be based on projected gross income. Debt- to-Income Ratio: N/A Multiple Loans per Property/Borrower: Multiple loans on a property are allowed if the outstanding balance does not exceed the program maximum loan amount. Eligible Improvements: Most permanent exterior or interior improvements determined by a Prioritization Inspection. The HRA shall be asked to approve uses of funds when eligibility is uncertain. Ineligible Improvements: Work initiated prior to the loan being approved and closed, unless due to emergency. Recreation or luxury projects (pools, lawn sprinkler systems, playground equipment, saunas, whirlpools, etc.), furniture, non-permanent appliances (unless part of a full kitchen remodel), and funds for working capital, debt service, homeowner labor or refinancing existing debts are NOT allowed. Bidding: Only 1 bid is required. All contractors must be properly licensed or registered with the MN Department of Labor. Permits must be obtained when required by City ordinance. Sweat Equity: Work may be performed by property owners on a “sweat equity” basis. Loan funds may be used only for the purchase of materials. Loan funds cannot be used to purchase tools/ equipment or compensate for labor. Rental of equipment to complete the project is eligible. Property Inspection: Required. Eligible improvements will be determined through an analysis of the property. A CEE representative will perform the analysis to prioritize eligible improvements. Post Installation Inspection: Properties are subject to a post installation inspection by a CITY representative when a permit is not required. Where a permit is required, the work must be signed-off by a City inspector prior to release of funds. Work Completion: All work must be completed within 120 days of loan closing. Extensions may be granted by CEE. Underwriting Decision: Must be current on all mortgages and property taxes, no outstanding tax liens or in the process of Bankruptcy or Foreclosure. Borrower Fees: Borrower will be responsible for a 1% origination fee, title report, document preparation fee, mortgage filing and service fees, credit report fees and any applicable closing fee. General Program Conditions Page 204 of 335 Exhibit A10 Page 6 Agreement between the Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center and Center for Energy and Environment Application Processing: Loans will be distributed on a first come first serve basis as borrowers qualify. Applicants must provide a completed application package including the following in order to be considered for funding. ➢ Completed and signed application form ➢ Proof of income ➢ Proof of Identity (drivers license, passport, etc.) ➢ Bids or estimates for proposed projects. ➢ Other miscellaneous documents that may be required. Program Costs: Loan origination, interest subsidy and remodeling advisor visit fees will be paid out of the Program Budget. Loan program marketing efforts will be billed directly to the City of Brooklyn Center and is a separate expense should the city choose to commission CEE for marketing support. Total Project Cost: It is the borrower’s responsibility to obtain the amount of funds necessary to finance the entire cost of the work. In the event the final cost exceeds the original loan amount, the borrower must obtain the additional funds and show verification of the additional funds to be approved for the loan. Disbursement Process: Funds for the MHFA Interest Subsidy Program are disbursed to the borrower(s) after loan closing. Deferred loan funds are paid on completion of the project to the contractor. Page 205 of 335 Exhibit B10 BR291-16-1069259.v2 EXHIBIT B10 TOTAL PROGRAM BUDGET $300,000 BROOKLYN CENTER LOAN PROGRAM BUDGET Program Budget Amount Account MHFA Interest Subsidy Program $25,000 TIF Account #3 LAHA Deferred Loan Program $255,000 LAHA Trust Fund LAHA Deferred Loan Origination Fee, Prioritization Inspection Fees $10,000 TIF Account #3 Remodeling Advisor Visit $5,000 TIF Account #3 Annual Administration $5,000 TIF Account #3 Total Budget $300,000 Budget Notes: 1. CEE shall submit monthly invoices for loan program and administrative fees for that period. 2. Services performed by CEE will be funded from the Total Program Budget as stated above and paid in accordance with the following schedule. (1) Annual Administration Fee $5,000 (2) Deferred Loan Origination Fee $775 (3) MHFA Interest Subsidy $ Varies on loan amount and term (4) Remodeling Advisor Visit $275 per visit (5) Prioritization Inspection $275 per visit The Annual Administration Fee shall be payable on January 1st of each year the contract is active. 3. Marketing Marketing efforts will be supported by CEE and marketing costs are not included in the administrative budget. Hourly rates are inclusive of all overhead expenses and will be charged only for hours directly related to the labor of all program marketing. CEE will also be reimbursed by City of Brooklyn Center for any non-labor, out-of-pocket expenses relating to these services on a dollar-for-dollar basis. Page 206 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 5/12/2025 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Home Rehabilitation Program Guidelines Requested Council Action: Motion to approve the Brooklyn Center Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines Background: At the February 24, 2025, City Council Worksession, the City Council discussed options regarding the 2024 Local Affordable Housing Assistance funds. The Council supported using the 2024 funds to develop a program similar to the Hennepin County Rehabilitation program, due to the extensive waitlist. In 2023, the Minnesota Legislature established the LAHA program, which is funded through a Metro Area Sales and Use Tax for Housing. The program aims to address housing challenges by providing building or rehabilitating affordable housing, reducing homeownership disparities, and supporting nonprofit affordable housing owners and developers. Brooklyn Center has been awarded $188,983.33 in LAHA funds and is expected to receive a higher amount in 2025. Staff is providing guidelines using the funds to implement a new home improvement program to address the backlog of homeowners on the waitlist for the existing Home Repair Program. The draft guidelines for the program offer 0% interest deferred loans from $5,000 to 25,000 for 15 years to owner-occupants of 1-4 unit properties in Brooklyn Center, with 100% loan forgiveness if the borrower occupies the property for the entire loan term. Eligible improvements include most permanent interior/exterior projects, but exclude luxury items and work started before loan approval. Borrowers must be US legal residents with income at or below 80% AMI and are responsible for closing costs and a 1% origination fee. Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Page 8 of 395 5-1 2 - 2 0 2 5 Me m o Page 207 of 335 Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2-24-2025 Worksession Memo 2. Guidelines Page 9 of 395 5-1 2 - 2 0 2 5 Me m o Page 208 of 335 BROOKLYN CENTER REHABILITATION LOAN PROGRAM GUIDELINES Deferred Loan Interest Rate: 0% Amortization Type: Deferred Loan Amount: Minimum loan is $5,000. Maximum loan is $25,000. Total Project Cost: It is the borrower’s responsibility to obtain the amount of funds necessary to finance the entire cost of the work. In the event the final cost exceeds the original loan amount, the borrower is responsible to provide proof of having funds to pay for the remaining portion. Loan term: 15 years. If the borrower has not sold or transferred title and still occupies the property 15 years from the date of the loan, the loan is 100% forgiven. If the borrower sells or transfers title of the property, or if the property is no longer occupied by the borrower prior to 15 years, the loan is 100% due and payable. Eligible Properties: 1-4 unit owner-occupied properties located within the City of Brooklyn Center. Individual townhomes, twin-homes and condominiums are eligible. Properties held in a Contract for Deed are eligible. Ineligible Properties: Dwellings that are more than 4 units, cooperatives, manufactured homes, properties held in a Trust and properties used for commercial purposes. Eligible Borrowers: All borrowers must be legal residents of the United States. Ineligible Borrowers: Includes, but are not limited to nonresident owners, non-occupant co-borrowers, properties held in the name of a business or Trust. Ownership / Occupancy: Owner-occupied only. Loan- to-Value Ratio: 110% Income Limit: 80% AMI based on household size and Adjusted Gross Income from the most recent Federal Tax Return. If a tax return is not required to be filed, the income will be based on projected gross income. Debt- to-Income Ratio: N/A Page 27 of 395 5-1 2 - 2 0 2 5 Me m o Page 209 of 335 Multiple Loans per Property/Borrower: Multiple loans on a property are allowed if the outstanding balance does not exceed the program maximum loan amount. Eligible Improvements: Most permanent exterior or interior improvements. Ineligible Improvements: Work initiated prior to the loan being approved and closed, unless due to emergency. Recreation or luxury projects (pools, lawn sprinkler systems, playground equipment, saunas, whirlpools, etc.), furniture, non-permanent appliances (unless part of a full kitchen remodel), and funds for working capital, debt service, homeowner labor or refinancing existing debts are NOT allowed. Bidding: Only 1 bid is required. All contractors must be properly licensed or registered with the MN Department of Labor. Permits must be obtained when required by City ordinance. Sweat Equity: Work may be performed by property owners on a “sweat equity” basis. Loan funds may be used only for the purchase of materials. Loan funds cannot be used to purchase tools/ equipment or compensate for labor. Rental of equipment to complete the project is eligible. Property Inspection: Required. Eligible improvements will be determined through an analysis of the property. A CEE representative will perform the analysis to prioritize eligible improvements. Post Installation Inspection: Properties are subject to a post installation inspection by a CEE representative when a permit is not required. Where a permit is required, the work must be signed-off by a City inspector prior to release of funds. Work Completion: All work must be completed within 120 days of loan closing. Extensions may be granted by CEE. Underwriting Decision: Must be current on all mortgages and property taxes, no outstanding tax liens or in the process of Bankruptcy or Foreclosure. Borrower Fees: Borrower will be responsible for a 1% origination fee, title report, document preparation fee, mortgage filing and service fees, credit report fees and any applicable closing fee. General Program Conditions Application Processing: Loans will be distributed on a first come first serve basis as borrowers qualify. Applicants must provide a completed application package including the following in order to be considered for funding. Completed and signed application form Proof of income Proof of Identity (drivers license, passport, etc.) Bids or estimates for proposed projects. Other miscellaneous documents that may be required. Page 28 of 395 5-1 2 - 2 0 2 5 Me m o Page 210 of 335 Program Costs: Loan origination, interest subsidy and remodeling advisor visit fees will be paid out of the Program Budget. Loan program marketing efforts will be billed directly to the City of Brooklyn Center and is a separate expense should the city choose to commission CEE for marketing support. Total Project Cost: It is the borrower’s responsibility to obtain the amount of funds necessary to finance the entire cost of the work. In the event the final cost exceeds the original loan amount, the borrower must obtain the additional funds and show verification of the additional funds to be approved for the loan. Disbursement Process: Funds for the MHFA Interest Subsidy Program are disbursed to the borrower(s) after loan closing. Page 29 of 395 5-1 2 - 2 0 2 5 Me m o Page 211 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 2/24/2025 TO: Council/EDA Work Session FROM: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director THROUGH: BY: Jesse Anderson, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) Program Options Requested Council Action: Provide direction to City Staff regarding the use of Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) funds. Background: Overview In 2023, the Minnesota Legislature established the Local Affordable Housing Aid LAHA) program, funded through a Metro Area Sales and Use Tax for Housing. This new program aims to address housing challenges by providing emergency rental assistance, building or rehabilitating affordable housing, reducing homeownership disparities, and supporting nonprofit affordable housing owners and developers. For Hennepin County, the sales tax is expected to generate approximately $20 million annually. The first allocations arrived in late-2024. Brooklyn Center has been awarded 188,983.33 in LAHA funds. Staff have reviewed options for the LAHA funds and anticipates a higher amount to be received in 2025, but that amount has yet to be determined. Brooklyn Center is home to an aging housing stock, much of which requires significant maintenance and repairs to ensure safety, functionality, and long-term value. To address these needs, the City currently offers a Home Repair Program administered by Hennepin County using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. However, the program has close to 400 homeowners on a waitlist, highlighting a substantial unmet demand for repair assistance. To help address this backlog and support housing stability, staff proposes utilizing the 188,983.33 in 2024 Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) funds to implement a new home improvement program. This initiative would provide additional resources to homeowners on the current waitlist while ensuring the preservation and improvement of Brooklyn Center’s housing stock. Currently, the city contracts with Center for Energy and Environment(CEE) for the low interest home rehab loan program. That program buys down the interest rate on the MHFA fix up fund loan program. Staff can utilize CEE to create another program similar to Hennepin County’s rehab program. The program would be a streamlined version due to there not being federal requirements. The 2025 allocation is anticipated to be higher than 2025, as more information is available, staff will work explore options for future funding. Future funding could potentially be used for a future housing project or transferred into a housing trust fund. Page 17 of 62 2/2 4 / 2 0 2 5 Wo r k s e s s i o n Me m o Page 212 of 335 Staff have reviewed housing improvement programs from other cities to explore options. Fridley’s Programs 1. Home Improvement Loan Program Purpose: Assist homeowners with permanent interior and exterior repairs. Loan Amount: $1,000 to $50,000. Interest Rate: 2%. Eligibility: Owner-occupied 1–4 unit homes, including townhomes and condos. 2. Mobile Home Improvement Loan Program Purpose: Provide funding for repairs to mobile homes. Loan Amount: $500 to $10,000. Interest Rate: 2%. Eligibility: Owner-occupied mobile homes within Fridley. 3. Senior Deferred Loan Program Purpose: Support homeowners aged 62+ with deferred loans for home repairs. Loan Amount: $5,000 to $20,000. Interest Rate: 0%. Repayment: Forgiven after 30 years if the property remains owner-occupied. 4. Home Betterment Deferred Loan Purpose: Assist low- to moderate-income homeowners with repairs and improvements. Loan Amount: $5,000 to $20,000. Interest Rate: 0%. Repayment: Forgiven after 30 years if the property remains owner-occupied. 5. Emergency Deferred Loan Program Purpose: Address urgent repairs to ensure safety and habitability. Loan Amount: $500 to $10,000. Interest Rate: 0%. Repayment: Forgiven after 30 years if the property remains owner-occupied. Page 18 of 62 2/2 4 / 2 0 2 5 Wo r k s e s s i o n Me m o Page 213 of 335 6. Down Payment/Closing Cost Assistance Purpose: Assist first-time homebuyers with purchasing a home. Loan Amount: $5,000–$10,000, depending on income level. Interest Rate: 0%. Repayment: Forgiven after 30 years if the property remains owner-occupied. 7. Multi-Family Improvement Loan Purpose: Fund improvements for small multi-family properties (1–12 units). Loan Amount: $5,000 to $50,000. Interest Rate: 2%. Eligibility: Properties must comply with Fridley’s rental housing licensing ordinance. Coon Rapids Programs 1. Coon Rapids Home Improvement Loan Interest Rate: 3% for income 80% AMI; 5% for income >80% AMI. Loan Amount: $2,000 to $50,000. Term: 1 year per $1,000 borrowed, up to 20 years. Eligibility: 1-4 unit owner-occupied properties; no income limit. Use of Funds: Permanent property improvements; excludes luxury or recreation projects. Special Requirements: Loans secured with a mortgage; credit and income verification required. 2. Coon Rapids Deferred Loan Interest Rate: 0%. Loan Amount: $1,000 to $15,000. Term: Deferred until the property is sold, title transferred, or no longer occupied by the borrower. Eligibility: Owner-occupied properties with income 60% AMI. Use of Funds: Repairs to meet safety, energy efficiency, or building codes. 3. Emergency Repair Deferred Loan Interest Rate: 0%. Loan Amount: $1,000 to $10,000. Page 19 of 62 2/2 4 / 2 0 2 5 Wo r k s e s s i o n Me m o Page 214 of 335 Term: Deferred until the property is sold, title transferred, or no longer occupied. Eligibility: For emergencies like structural issues or utility failures; no income limit. Use of Funds: Address emergencies affecting habitability or safety. 4. Home for Generations II Loan Interest Rate: 3% for income 80% AMI; 5% for income >80% AMI. Loan Amount: $2,000 to $50,000 (minimum project cost $35,000). Term: 1 year per $1,000 borrowed, up to 20 years. Eligibility: Single-family owner-occupied homes at least 20 years old. Use of Funds: Major renovations or additions that modernize or enhance property value. 5. CenterPoint Energy On-Bill Repayment Program Interest Rate: Matches CEE's EZPAY Loan Program. Loan Amount: Up to $10,000. Term: Up to 5 years. Eligibility: 1-4 unit owner-occupied properties that are CenterPoint Energy customers. Use of Funds: Energy efficiency improvements like insulation, HVAC upgrades, and water heaters. 6. Down Payment/Closing Cost Assistance Interest Rate: 0%. Loan Amount: Up to $5,000. Term: Deferred until the property is sold, title transferred, or no longer occupied. Eligibility: First-time homebuyers with income 110% AMI. Use of Funds: Down payment or closing costs for purchasing a home. Brooklyn Center's Current Programs: Hennepin County CDBG Funded Rehab Program Summary This program is federally funded with CDBG funding. Brooklyn Center’s waitlist is close to 400 households long. Loan Details: Loans up to $30,000 for home repairs and maintenance 0% interest, no monthly payments Loans may be forgiven if the homeowner retains ownership and lives in the home Page 20 of 62 2/2 4 / 2 0 2 5 Wo r k s e s s i o n Me m o Page 215 of 335 without transferring the title Eligibility: Household income must meet specific limits: o 1 person: $68,500 o 2 people: $78,250 o 3 people: $88,050, etc. (up to 8 people: $129,100) Eligible Repairs: Plumbing, electrical, painting, windows, doors, siding, roofing, flooring, and accessibility improvements, among others addressing health, safety, and maintenance. Non-Eligible Repairs: Landscaping, additions, hot tubs, pools, and demolition. Brooklyn Centers Low Interest Fix up Fund Program Loan Features: o Interest Rate: 3% fixed o Loan Term: 1 year per $1,000 borrowed, up to a maximum of 20 years o Loan Amount: $2,000 to $50,000 o Loan-to-Value Ratio: Maximum 110% of property value (including half the improvement value) Eligibility: o Income Limit: $104,000 (adjusted annually by MHFA) o Debt-to-Income Ratio: Must not exceed 48% o Credit Requirements: Minimum score of 620, no recent mortgage delinquencies, and no outstanding judgments (except medical) o Eligible Properties: 1-4 unit owner-occupied properties in Brooklyn Center; excludes trusts, commercial properties, and manufactured homes o Eligible Borrowers: U.S. legal residents (ITINs not accepted) Eligible Uses: o Repairs and improvements aligned with MHFA guidelines, including energy efficiency upgrades o Sweat equity is allowed for material costs (not labor or equipment rental) Ineligible Uses: o Recreation/luxury projects (e.g., pools, playgrounds) o Furniture, appliances, and refinancing existing debt Application and Loan Process: Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis Page 21 of 62 2/2 4 / 2 0 2 5 Wo r k s e s s i o n Me m o Page 216 of 335 Required documents: application form, income proof, identity proof, and project bids Loan approval depends on credit history and underwriting review Borrowers are responsible for a 1% origination fee and closing costs Next Steps If City Council would like staff to move forward with a home rehab forgivable loan program. Staff will work with CEE to develop guidelines and bring back those guidelines for approval. Budget Issues: There are no budgetary considerations. Funding can not be used to replace funding for existing programs. Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. FAQs for LAHA and SAHA_03192024 (2) 2. 2025-local-affordable-housing-aid-preliminary-distribution-factors-summary 3. Coon Rapids Example 4. Fridley Example Page 22 of 62 2/2 4 / 2 0 2 5 Wo r k s e s s i o n Me m o Page 217 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Designating the Depositories for City Funds for 2026 Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve the Resolution Designating the Depositories for City Funds for 2026 Background: At the beginning of each fiscal year, in accordance with Minnesota Statutes 118A.02 and City Council Policy 2.22.4.A, the City Council considers a resolution authorizing depositories for City funds. The resolution includes banks with a presence in Brooklyn Center as well as any banks with whom the City deals on a regular basis throughout the year. The attached resolution designates banks which may not currently hold City funds but which may during the fiscal year, become a depository for City funds. Other financial depositories, such as the 4M Funds, are included because we are members of those depositories. Not all investment dealers/brokers are part of the City’s current program but are authorized, after filing the appropriate Broker Certification Form, a requirement of Minnesota Statutes 118A, to transact business with the City of Brooklyn Center. If the City has no contact or activity with a dealer/broker during the previous fiscal year, that firm is removed not included in the succeeding year’s list. All banks, depositories, investment dealers and brokers, with the exception of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, are checked for certification by FDIC, SIPC or other certification as required by Minnesota Statutes 118A. All of this documentation is reviewed by the City’s auditors during the financial statement audit each year. Budget Issues: - None Inclusive Community Engagement: - None Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: - None Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Annual_Designating_Depositories_of_City_Funds_2026 Page 218 of 335 Page 219 of 335 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Member _____ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY FUNDS WHEREAS, Section 7.01 of the City Charter provides the City Council with authority over City funds that includes the safekeeping and disbursement of public monies; and WHEREAS, Section 7.10 of the City Charter provides that City funds shall be disbursed by check bearing the actual or facsimile signature of the City Manager and City Treasurer. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota as follows: 1. That US Bank, NA is hereby designated as a depository for funds of the City of Brooklyn Center for operational banking and investment purposes. 2. That the following-named bankers and brokers are hereby designated as additional depositories to be used for investment purposes: Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Minnesota Municipal Money Market Fund (4M Fund) Minnesota Municipal Money Market Plus Fund (4M Plus Fund) Minnesota Municipal Money Market Time Series Pools (4M Time Series) Oppenheimer & Co., Inc Moreton Capital Markets, LLC The City Treasurer is hereby authorized to deposit funds in accounts guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Securities Insurance Protection Corporation (SIPC), successors of the FDIC or SIPC or other governmental institutions insuring the safety and liquidity of public monies. Funds deposited with designated depositories in excess of the insurance limits available through FDIC, SIPC or its successor institutions shall be covered by collateral in the form of government securities held in the City’s name or other collateral proposed by the institution and approved by the City of not less than 110% of the value of the uninsured deposits. 3. That the following named clearinghouses for credit card transactions are hereby designated for accepting payments: Wells Fargo Merchant Services Fidelity Payment Services Paya Payment Services PayTrac Payment Services Page 220 of 335 RESOLUTION NO.______________ GolfNOW Payment Services 4. Principal Custody Solutions is hereby designated as the safekeeping depository for investment instruments in the City’s investment portfolio and as clearinghouse for the City’s investment portfolio transactions. 5. That the City Council authorizes the City Manager, the City Treasurer, or the Deputy City Treasurer to act for the City in all of its business activities with these designated depositories. January 13, 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 221 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Opting Not to Waive Limited Tort Liability for 2026 Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve Resolution Opting Not to Waive Limited Tort Liability for 2026 Background: Each year, the City must choose whether to waive tort liability limit protections of Minnesota Statutes 466.04 as part of the insurance policy renewal application process. M.S. 466.04 states that the maximum liability for a city for any claim is $500,000 with an aggregate maximum of $1,500,000 per incident. In past years, the City Council has chosen not to waive the liability limits, and the regular premium for insurance has covered all claims. If the City were to waive the limits set by statute, it would be prudent to purchase additional insurance coverage to cover possible higher awards in liability claims. Premiums for such insurance would be approximately $6,700 per year. Budget Issues: The 2026 budget anticipates leaving the no waiver option in place for 2026 and has anticipated insurance premiums based on that no waiver option. Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026 Non_waiver_of_liability_limits_resolution Page 222 of 335 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION OPTING NOT TO WAIVE LIMITED TORT LIABILITY FOR 2026 WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center has an option to waive its protection under the tort liability limitation contained in Minnesota Statutes 466.04; and WHEREAS, the statutory tort limit for 2026 is $500,000 per individual with an aggregate of $1,500,000 per incident; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center has not opted to waive its rights to limited tort liability in past years and is required to make a declaration of its intention every year. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that the City does not waive the monetary limits on municipal tort liability established by Minnesota Statutes 466.04 for 2026. January 12, 2026 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 223 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Granting Corporate Authority for Signing of Checks and Transactions of Financial Business Matters for 2026 Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve Resolution Granting Corporate Authority for Signing of Checks and Transactions of Financial Business Matters for 2026 Background: Many investment firms require the adoption of a resolution by the corporate board, in this case the City Council, authorizing specific officers to transact financial business involving treasury notes, certificates of deposit and other securities. The attached resolution fulfills that requirement by appointing the City Manager, and the Finance Director, who serves as the City Treasurer, as the officers authorized to transact such business. Budget Issues: - None Inclusive Community Engagement: - None Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: - None Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026 Granting_Corporate_Authority Page 224 of 335 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION GRANTING CORPORATE AUTHORITY FOR SIGNING OF CHECKS AND TRANSACTIONS OF FINANCIAL BUSINESS MATTERS WHEREAS, the City Treasurer must be a signatory to any and all checks issued by the City in payment of obligations of the City; and WHEREAS, specific individuals must be designated by the City Council as authorized to sell, assign, and endorse for transfer various financial instruments in the regular conduct of City business. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that the City Manager and Finance Director are hereby authorized to sell, assign, and endorse for transfer certificates representing treasury notes, bonds, or other securities now registered or hereafter registered in the name of this municipality. In the event of an absence of those named, the Deputy City Manager and City Clerk are hereby authorized to sell, assign, and endorse for transfer certificates representing treasury notes, bonds, or other securities now registered or hereafter registered in the name of this municipality. January 12, 2026 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 225 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: Lydia Ener, City Engineer THROUGH: Elizabeth Heyman, Director of Public Works BY: Lydia Ener, City Engineer SUBJECT: Resolution Establishing Parking Restrictions on John Martin Drive from Shingle Creek Parkway to the City Right-of-Way Boundary Requested Council Action: - It is recommended that the City Council approve the resolution establishing no-parking restrictions along both sides of John Martin Drive from Shingle Creek Parkway to the City right-of-way boundary 230 ft southeast of the intersection of Earle Brown Drive and John Martin Drive in accordance with Municipal State Aid (MSA) requirements. Background: Street improvements are currently being coordinated and considered for John Martin Drive from Shingle Creek Parkway to the City right-of-way boundary in accordance with the 2026 Capital Improvements Program (see attached figure). John Martin Drive is designated as a MSA route, which allows the City to expend MSA gas tax funding for a portion of the construction costs for this project. The MSA approval process includes certain standards for street widths and on-street parking that must be followed as prescribed in Minnesota Rule 8820.9936. The state aid route listed above as proposed will be 50-feet wide between Shingle Creek Parkway to the City right-of-way boundary. This street width is not sufficient to allow on-street parking on either side of the street based on MSA design standards. Parking along John Martin Drive is currently allowed between Shingle Creek Parkway to the City right-of- way boundary, within the standard parking ordinance guidelines. The proposed resolution would officially establish a No-Parking Zone on both sides of the street between Shingle Creek Parkway to the City right-of-way boundary. This action is required as a condition of plan approval from the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The parking restrictions would take effect once the construction project is complete and the signs are installed. Budget Issues: Installation of new No-Parking signs is included in the project cost for the street improvement project. Routine replacement of the new signs that occurs approximately every 14 years will be input into our asset management system and will be included in future operating budgets. No additional budget issues are involved with officially adopting the current parking restrictions. Inclusive Community Engagement: NA Page 226 of 335 Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: NA Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. John Martin Drive No Parking Res 2. No Parking Figure Page 227 of 335 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. ___________ RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON JOHN MARTIN DRIVE FROM SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY TO THE CITY RIGHT-OF-WAY WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center has planned the improvement of John Martin Drive from 150 ft southeast of Shingle Creek Parkway to the City right-of-way boundary 230 ft southeast of the intersection of Earle Brown Drive and John Martin Drive, within the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center will be expending Municipal State Aid Funds on the improvements of said streets; and WHEREAS, the proposed street improvements do not provide adequate width for parking on both sides of the street between; and WHEREAS, approval of the planned construction improvements as a Municipal State Aid Street project must therefore be conditioned upon certain parking restrictions to meet the minimum roadway design standards in accordance with Minnesota Rule 8820.9936. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that the City shall ban the parking of motor vehicles at all times on both sides of the following street segment: 1. John Martin Drive from Shingle Creek Parkway to the City right-of-way boundary 230 ft southeast of the intersection of Earle Brown Drive and John Martin Drive January 12, 2026 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: Page 228 of 335 and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Page 229 of 335 Page 230 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Approving the 2026 Fee Schedule Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve the Resolution Approving the 2026 Fee Schedule Background: Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026_Fee_Schedule_Resolution 2. 2026 FEE SCHEDULE Page 231 of 335 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER RESOLUTION NO. 2026- RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2026 FEE SCHEDULE WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center has a comprehensive fee schedule that is used by staff during the year; and WHEREAS, this fee schedule has been amended for the 2026 calendar year. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that the 2026 Fee Schedule be adopted. January 12, 2026 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 232 of 335 2026 FEE SCHEDULE Approved 1.__.2026 Page 233 of 335 Introduction In March 1987, the Brooklyn Center City Council approved an amendment to the City Ordinances that removed the fees for licenses and permits from the City Ordinances and established fees by Council resolution. The resolutions establishing fees for licenses and permits were collated into the following fee schedule, and it is updated whenever fees are amended, or new fees are established. It provides a means by which fees for permits, licenses, and miscellaneous services are incorporated into one document to aid employees who need to collect fees or provide public information regarding fees. Fees for licenses and permits are set forth by Council resolution. Fees for copies, research projects, maps, and ordinances are generally set by the City Manager. Fees relating to the Community Center can be obtained directly from the Recreation Department and are not included in this fee schedule. Fees relating to the Centerbrook Golf Course can be obtained directly from the Centerbrook Golf Course and are not included in this fee schedule. Fees relating to the Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center can be obtained directly from the Heritage Center and are not included in this fee schedule. Page 234 of 335 Table of Contents City Clerk’s Office Licenses/Registrations Licenses Amusement Device .........................................................................................................................1 Animals ..........................................................................................................................................1 Bowling Alley ..................................................................................................................................1 Christmas Tree ................................................................................................................................1 Cannabis Retailer Registration…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1 Cannabis Civil Penalties………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1 Entertainment ................................................................................................................................1 Filling Station .................................................................................................................................1 Filming & Photography ...................................................................................................................1 Fireworks ........................................................................................................................................1 Garbage/Rubbish Collection ...........................................................................................................1 Hospitality ......................................................................................................................................1 Liquor – Consumption and Display .................................................................................................2 Liquor – Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor ....................................................................................................2 Liquor – Off-Sale Brew Pub .............................................................................................................2 Liquor – Off-Sale Microdistillery ......................................................................................................2 Liquor – Off-Sale Small Brewer License ...........................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor ....................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Brew Pub .............................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Brewer Taproom ..................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Club ......................................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Intoxicating ..........................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Microdistillery Cocktail Room ...............................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Sunday Sales ........................................................................................................2 Liquor – On-Sale Temporary ...........................................................................................................3 Liquor – On-Sale Wine ....................................................................................................................3 Massage Establishment ..................................................................................................................3 Motor Vehicle Dealer ......................................................................................................................3 Pawnbroker ....................................................................................................................................3 Rap Parlor, Conversation Parlors, Adult Encounter Groups, Adult Sensitivity Groups, Escort Service, Model Services, Dancing Services, or Hostess Services .............................................................................................3 Saunas or Sauna Baths ...................................................................................................................3 Secondhand Goods Dealer ..............................................................................................................3 Sign Hanger ....................................................................................................................................3 Special Events .................................................................................................................................3 Taxicab ...........................................................................................................................................3 Tobacco Related Products ..............................................................................................................3 Page 235 of 335 Table of Contents Community Development Permits/Licenses Permits/Licenses Building and Fire Protection ...........................................................................................................4 Cesspool Cleaning ..........................................................................................................................5 Courtesy Bench ..............................................................................................................................5 Demolition .....................................................................................................................................5 Electrical Residential ......................................................................................................................5 Electrical Commercial .....................................................................................................................6 Flood Plain Use ...............................................................................................................................7 House moving ................................................................................................................................7 Land Disturbing Activities ...............................................................................................................7 Mechanical Systems License ...........................................................................................................7 Mechanical Systems .......................................................................................................................7 Planning Commission Fees .............................................................................................................7 Plumbing ........................................................................................................................................8 Rental ............................................................................................................................................8 Right-of-Way ..................................................................................................................................8 Sign ................................................................................................................................................8 Community Center Daily Admission .............................................................................................................................9 Punch Cards ...................................................................................................................................9 Memberships .................................................................................................................................9 Miscellaneous Abatement Application ................................................................................................................10 Abatement ...................................................................................................................................10 Accident Reports (Police) .............................................................................................................10 Administrative Penalty System Fees ............................................................................................10 Appeal Filing Fee – Chapter 12 and Chapter 19 ...........................................................................10 Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Administrative Review ...............................................................10 Beekeeping Registration ..............................................................................................................10 Copy Charges ...............................................................................................................................11 Dogs .............................................................................................................................................11 Fingerprinting (Police ...................................................................................................................12 Franchise (Natural Gas) ................................................................................................................12 Franchise (Electric) .......................................................................................................................12 Hearing Request Deposit .............................................................................................................12 Inspections ...................................................................................................................................12 Intoxilyzers Logs (Police) ...............................................................................................................12 Lot Combination ...........................................................................................................................12 Page 236 of 335 Maps ............................................................................................................................................12 NSF Check .....................................................................................................................................13 Opportunity Site Stormwater Fee ................................................................................................13 Police Reports ..............................................................................................................................13 Public Subsidy Application Fee .....................................................................................................13 PUD Amendment (Minor) ............................................................................................................13 Right of Way Registration ............................................................................................................13 Site and Building Plan Amendment (Minor) .................................................................................13 Special Assessment Charge for Unpaid fine amounts that are assessed .....................................13 Special Assessment Interest Rate .................................................................................................13 Special Computer Search (Police) .................................................................................................13 Subdivision (Minor) ......................................................................................................................13 Support Services……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………13 Tow to City Property (Police) ........................................................................................................13 Tree Contractor Registration ........................................................................................................13 Tree Removal ...............................................................................................................................13 Vacant Building Registration ........................................................................................................13 Vacation – Street, Alley, Easement (Engineering) ........................................................................14 Video Taping Duplicating (Police) ................................................................................................14 Weed Inspection ..........................................................................................................................14 Well Water Test ............................................................................................................................14 Zoning Letter ................................................................................................................................14 Utility Recycling Utility (Quarterly rates) ................................................................................................15 Sanitary Sewer Utility (Quarterly rates) .......................................................................................15 Storm Sewer Utility (Quarterly rates) ..........................................................................................15 Street Light Utility (Quarterly rates) ............................................................................................15 Street and Storm Drainage Special Assessment Rates Partial Street Reconstruction .....................................................................................................16 Pavement Rehabilitation ...........................................................................................................16 Water and Sanitary Sewer Connection ........................................................................................16 Water Utility (Quarterly rates) .....................................................................................................17 Appendix A Opportunity Site Stormwater Map ..............................................................................................18 Page 237 of 335 1 City Clerk’s Office Licenses License Type Annual Fee/ Renewal Fee Expiration City Code Reference Amusement Device June 30 23-2101 Operator Kiddie Ride $15/location, plus $15/machine $10/ride Minn. Stat. Res. 87-31 Animals (Cats and Dogs) Commercial Kennel Res. No. 97-180 $100 September 30 1-102 Bowling Alley Res. No. 97-180 $20/alley December 31 23-209.01 Cannabis Registration Cannabis Mezzobusiness Cannabis Microbusiness Cannabis Retailer Lower Potency Hemp Edible Retailer Medical Cannabis Combination Business Municipal Cannabis Retailer Temporary Cannabis Event Permit Res. No. $500/$1000 $125/$1000 $500/$1000 $125/$125 $500/$1000 $500/$1000 $100 application fee Additional fees may be charged September 30 23-2709 Minn. Stat. 342.11 23-2750 Minn. Stat Cannabis- Civil Penalties Offense Civil Fine Suspension/Rev 1st Offense…… $1000 ……. None 2nd Offense…. $1250 ……. None 3rd Offense…. $1500 ……. 7 day Suspension 4th Offense……. $2000 …… 30 day Suspension Res. No. 23-2717 Minn. Stat. 342.22 Christmas Tree Sales Deposit Res. No. 97-180 $60/lot $100/lot January 5 23-1301 Edible Cannabinoid Sales License Background Check $450 $200 23-2701 Entertainment Res. No. 2020-17 $300 December 31 23-301 Filling Station First Nozzle/Hose Each Additional Nozzle/Hose Res. No. 2023-115 $100 $15 December 31 23-402 Filming & Photography $400 23-2500 Ord. No. 2017-02 Fireworks Temporary Stand Permanent Structure Res. No. 2004-65 $350/location $100/location December 31 19-403 Garbage and/or Rubbish Collection Company Vehicle Res. No. 2023-115 $250 $50 June 30 7-103 Hospitality Res. No. 2023-115 April 30 23-2401 Level I $200 Level II $250 Level III $350 Page 238 of 335 2 License Type Annual Fee Expiration City Code Reference Liquor – Off-Sale Small Brewer License Res. No. 2017-203 $200 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor Temporary Res. No. 2017-203 $500 $10/day December 31 N/A 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Brew Pub On-Sale Intoxicating On-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor Res. No. 2017-203 $6,500 $500 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Brewer Taproom Res. No. 2017-203 $600 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Club Up to 200 members 201-500 members 501-1,000 members 1,001-2,000 members 2,001-4,000 members 4,001-6,000 members Over 6,000 members $300 $500 $650 $800 $1,000 $2,000 $3,000 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Intoxicating Res. No. 2017-203 December 31 11-106 Hotels & Clubs $6,500 The Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center $5,000 Culinary Class $100 Liquor – On-Sale Microdistillery Cocktail Room Res. No. 2017-203 $600 December 31 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Sunday Sales Res. No. 2017-203 $200 December 31 11-106 Liquor – Civil Penalties Offense Civil Fine Suspension/Rev 1st Offense……..$ 500……… None 2nd Offense…… $1,000 .......1 day Suspension 3rd Offense…… $1,500 ........3 day Suspension 4th Offense…… $2,000 ........5 day Suspension 5th Offense…… $2,000 Revocation Res. No. 2019-116 11-107 Liquor – Consumption and Display Temporary (maximum 10 days for City) Res. No. 2017-203 $300 $25 December 31 N/A 11-106 Liquor – Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor Res. No. 2017-203 $100 December 31 11-106 Liquor – Off-Sale Brew Pub Res. No. 2017-203 $200 December 31 11-106 Liquor – Off-Sale Microdistillery Res. No. 2017-203 $200 December 31 11-106 Page 239 of 335 3 License Type Annual Fee Expiration City Code Reference Liquor – On-Sale Temporary Maximum 3 consecutive days; no more than 12 days per year Special Event Permit for temp liquor license Maximum 10 consecutive days; no more than 40 days per year $25/per day $25/per day 11-106 Liquor – On-Sale Wine Res. No. 2017-203 $2,000 December 31 11-106 Massage Establishment Establishment Investigation – Establishment Masseur or Masseuse Investigation – Masseur/Masseuse Res. No. 87-31 $3000$500 initial, $200 renewal $1500$150 $50 $100 December 31 23-1703 Motor Vehicle Dealer Class A Class B Res. No. 97-180 $250 $75 April 30 23-1202 Pawnbroker Establishment Investigation Res. No. 2004-101 $3,000 $1,500 December 31 23-603 Rap Parlors, Conversation Parlors, Adult Encounter Groups, Adult Sensitivity Groups, Escort Services, Model Services, Dancing Services, or Hostess Services Investigation Res. No. 87-31 $1,500 $1,500 December 31 23-1804 Saunas or Sauna Baths Establishment Investigation Res. No. 87-31 $3,000 $1,500 December 31 23-1602 Secondhand Goods Dealer Investigation Res. No. 98-227 $750, plus $1.50 per Reportable transaction $1,500 December 31 23-652 Sign Hanger Res. No. 97-180 $60 April 30 34-160 Special Events $100 application fee Additional fees may be charged 23-2600 Res. No 2022-25 Taxicab Res. No. 2004-101 $100/vehicle December 31 23-702 Tobacco Related Products License Fee Investigation Res. No. 2023-115 $300 $150 December 31 23-101 Page 240 of 335 Page 4 Community Development Permits/Licenses Permit Type Fee City Code Reference Building and Fire Protection Valuation $1 to $1,000 Valuation $1,001 to $2,000 $49.50 for the first 1,000 plus $3.25 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000 3-103 Res. No. 2018-09 Valuation of$2,001 to $25,000 $82.00 for the first $2,000 plus $14.85 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000 Valuation of $25,001 to $50,000 $423.55 for the first $25,000 plus $10.70 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000 Valuation of $50,001 to $100,000 $691.05 for the first $50,000 plus $7.45 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to including $100,00 Valuation of $100,001 to $500,000 $1,063.55 for the first $100,000 plus $6.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,00 Valuation of $500,001 to $1,000,000 $3,463.55 for the first $500,00 plus $5.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000 Valuation of $1,000,001 and up $6,013.55 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof Plan Check Fee Investigation Fee 65% of the amount of the permit fee Same amount as building permit fee Residential Siding Replacement up to 4 units $150 per unit Residential Siding Replacement up to 4 units $150 per unit not including flat roofs Residential Solar Panel Installation Egress Window $200 $100 up to two windows; $150 for 3 more Window or Door Replacement Residential Deck $100 up to two windows, $150 for 3 or more up to 120 sq ft $150; over 120 sq ft $250 Residential Driveway (non-ROW) Residential Fence Inter-Agency Inspections (MDH or DHS) $25 $25 $150 Residential Dwelling Conversion to Assisted Living $500 M.S. 326B.103 Page 241 of 335 Page 5 Permit Type Fee City Code Reference Cesspool Cleaning Permit $18.75 7-502 Res. No. 87-32 Courtesy Bench 23-902 Permit $50/bench 23-903 Inspection $50/bench Res. No. 2007-47 Demolition Residential Commercial $75 $150 23-1501 Res. No. 2005-65 Electrical Minimum Fee for one inspection trip $50 per trip 3-103 Res. No. 2020-20 Two trip fee (Every job where wiring will be covered needs a rough-in and final inspection. Examples: remodel or new bath, kitchen, porch, basement, laundry, detached garage, swimming pool, etc.) $100 (includes two inspections) Service changeout $110 Temporary service $55 Service changeout with one or two remodeled or added rooms $160 includes two inspections Subpanel change out $50 New or major remodel of apartment or condominium (this includes main service, feeders, house panel, circuit breakers, and temp power) $100 per unit Residential maximum (includes new houses, townhouses, remodels with 50% or more of the lights, receptacles and switches being replaced $190 includes three inspections Outside electrical reinstalled after siding replacement, house, duplex, triplex, four-plex, attached townhouses, and apartments $50 first unit plus $25 each additional unit Electronic inspection fee for these items only: furnace, air conditioning, bath fan, fireplace, or receptacle for water heater vent. Must email require pictures. $40 Solar fees for PV System: Residential & Commercial 0 – 5,000 watts 5,001 – 10,000 watts 10,001 – 20,000 watts 20,001 – 30,000 watts 30,001 – 40,000 watts $90 $150 $225 $300 $375 plus $25 for each additional Page 242 of 335 Page 6 Commercial Electrical Fees Permit Description Valuation $1 to $1,000 Fee calculation $50.00 ($60.00) Per Trip Valuation $1,001 to 2,000 $50.00 ($60.00) for the first $1,000 plus $3.25 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000 Valuation $2,001 to $25,000 $82.00 for the first $2,000 plus $14.85 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000 Valuation $25,001 to $50,000 $423.55 for the first $25,000 plus $10.70 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000 Valuation $50,001 to $100,000 $691.05 for the first $50,000 plus $7.45 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000 Valuation $100,001 to $500,000 $1,063.55 for the first $100,000 plus $6.00 for each additional $1,0001,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000 Valuation $500,000 to $1,000,000 $3,463.55 for the first $500,000 plus $5.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000 Valuation $1,000,000 and up $6,013.55 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof Re-inspection Fee (in addition to all other fees) $50.00 ($60.00) Investigation Fee (working without a permit) The fee is doubled Refunds issued only for permits over $100.00 ($120.00) State Surcharge is .0005 times the project value: $ Total Permit Fee Submitted: $ Minimum fee permits expire in 6 months. Permits over the minimum fee and up to $250.00 ($1,000) expire in 12 months from the filing date. A service charge of $35.00 will be added for all dishonored checks. Page 243 of 335 Page 7 Permit Type Fee City Code Reference Flood Plain Use Up to 1 acre 1 acre to 5 acres $50 $50/acre 35-2182 Res. No. 2005-65 Over 5 acres $250 plus $37.50 per acre for each acre or fraction thereof over 5 acres House moving 23-1501 Permit $200 Res. No. 2005-65 Code Compliance Review Prior to Moving Structure $100 into City Land Disturbing Activities Permit Res. No. 2005-162 $50 35-7900 Mechanical Systems License Res. No. 97-180 $60 April 30 23-1500 Mechanical Systems Valuation $0 to $500 Valuation $501 to $50,000 Valuation Over $50,000 Res. No. 2018-09 $75 $75 plus 2% of value of any amount in excess of $500 $1,012.50 plus 1% of value of any amount in excess of $50,000 3-103 Mechanical Plan Review (only when submitted without a building permit) 65% of base permit fee 2” and less diameter pipe 1-3 fixtures Additional openings $5.75 each $2.50 each 2” and over diameter pipe 1-3 fixtures Additional opening $15 each $3.25 each Residential Air Conditioner Installation Residential Air Conditioner & Furnace Installation Residential Boiler or Fireplace up to 4 units Residential Furnace Installation Residential Gas Stove or Dryer up to 4 units $75 $125 $75 $100 $75 Planning Commission Fees - For all Planning Commission Applications, a refundable escrow of $1,000 will be added to the fee to cover any additional costs associated with the review of the application. Additional escrows may be required subject to the determination of the City Planner. Zoning Code Text Amendment Rezonings Site and Building Plan and Major Amendments Preliminary Plat Final Plat Variance $500 $1,050 $750 $400 $200 $200 35-71300 35-71300 35-7600 35-8106 35-8107 35-71000 Interim Use Permit (IUP) $250 35-7800 IUP Extension/Amendment $150 35-7800 Conditional Use Permit (CUP) $250 35-7700 CUP Amendment $250 35-7700 Permit Appeal $200 35-7300 Planned Unit Development (PUD) $1,800 35-8300 PUD Amendment - Major $700 35-8300 Comprehensive Plan Amendment $1,050 35-71200 Page 244 of 335 Page 8 Permit Type Fee City Code Reference Plumbing Minimum Fee Res. No. 2018-09 $75 3-103 Repair or alteration of existing system New residential or commercial building 2% of estimated cost 2% of estimated cost Plumbing Plan Review (only when submitted without a building permit) 65% of base permit fee Residential Water Heater up to 4 units $85 Residential Water Softener up to 4 units Residential Water Heater and Softener up to 4 units $85 $85 Plumbing Fixtures $75 up to 3 fixtures; $15 for each additional RPZ Installation/Rebuild $50 (plus $1 state surcharge) RPZ Test $25 (plus $1 state surcharge) Rental Single Family Dwelling Initial License/New Owner Res. No. 2005-152 $400 12-901 Renewal License (no change in license holder) $300 Two Family Dwelling Each Rental Unit $200 Multiple Family Dwelling Each Building $200 Each Unit Minimum Base Fee $18 License Reinstatement $450; Res. No. 2011-65 12-910 Conversion to Rental A residential property converted to a rental property, or a registered residential vacant building re- occupied as a rental property. This applies to lawful single-family and Single-family attached dwellings. $500; Res. No. 2008-150 12-902 Right-Of-Way Administration Fee Excavation Fee Obstruction Fee Res. No. 2018-42 $100 per permit $250 per permit $200 per permit 25-1009 Pole Attachment Fee Extension $1,500 per site $50 per permit Penalties: Delay Penalty $50/day for pavement; $25/day for boulevard/turf Sign 50 sq. ft in area or less Over 50 sq. ft in area Minimum Fee Footing inspection, when required Res. No. 2005-65 $50 $50/1st 50 sq. ft and $15.00 for each additional 50 sq. ft or fraction $50 $50 35-6000 Temporary Sign $25 Page 245 of 335 Page 9 Community Center Daily Admission AGES RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT 2-14 & 62+ $4 $6 15-61 $5 $7 Punch Cards Daily admission and punch cards provide daily access to all amenities included in a community center membership AGES 10 25 10 25 RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT 2-14 & 62+ $38 $90 $57.50 $143.50 15-61 $47.50 $112.50 $67.50 $162.50 Memberships MONTHS 1 12 1 12 RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT INDIVIDUAL $23 $175 $38 $291 DUAL $29 $220 $48 $367 SENIOR $19 $164 $31 $273 HOUSEHOLD $32 $252 $53 $420 Page 246 of 335 Page 10 Miscellaneous Services Service Fee Abatement Application (Assessing) Taxpayer caused only (others no charge) $45 Abatement (City-Facilitated)/Administrative Service Charge $999 or less $1,000 or Higher Res. No. 2008-150 $75 $75 Accident Reports (Police) < 10 pages no charges $0.25 per page $0.15 per page, if subject of data $0.50 per report, commercial user [defined as a user who requests access to more than five reports per month M.S. § 169.09, Subd. 13(5) (f)] Administrative Penalty System Fees Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 - 1-4 Units - 5+ Units $50 $100 $300 $500 Maximum fine total amount cannot exceed $2,000 per assessment period. Fine cannot be doubled and issued per day. Violation Type (Ordinance reference) Waste container setback violation (7-102) and Vehicle storage (19-103.14) Local Traffic and Parking (27) All other city code violations, designated as a misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor Animal (1-130 & 1-140) Failure to register a vacant property (12-1500) Failure to obtain a permit or license Level 1 1 2 2 3 Appeal Filing Fee – Chapters 12 and 19 $50 Res. No. 2005-65 Alarm 1st – 3rd No charge Fire 4th -- $150 Elevator Nuisance Call Failure to Repair Alarm Panel Food Truck Inspection & Certification (Fees starting January 1st, 2026) 5th - $300 After 5th, each alarm increases by $100 1-3 every 30 days – No Charge Each call afterwards $150 10th Day - $100 Everyday After increases by $100 $100 Police 1 -4 - No charge 5th - $50 After 5th alarm, each alarm increases by $25 Res. No. 93-233 Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Administrative Review $100 Beekeeping Registration $40 Res No. 2019-26 Page 247 of 335 Page 11 Service Fee Copy Charges for Public Government Data Requests Not from the Data Subject 100 Pages or Fewer Black and White Photocopies 8.5 x 11 or 8.5 x 14 Two-Sided Copy (8.5 x 11 or 8.5 x 14) All Other Public Government Data Requests The city will charge the requester actual costs of searching for and retrieving the data, including the cost of employee time, and for making, certifying, compiling, and transmitting copies of the data or the data themselves Exception: There will be no charges for searching, retrieving, compiling, and electronically transmitting readily available data Minn. Stat. 13.03, Subd. 3 (c) < 10 pages no charge $0.25 $0.50 Actual Costs Labor – $0.40 per minute Paper – $0.01 per sheet Black/White Photocopier – $0.01 per page Color Photocopier - $0.07 per page Black/White Printer – $0.02 per page Color LaserJet Printer – $0.09 per color page Other Actual Costs that may or may not be included – refer to the document Fees for Providing Copies of Public Government Data compiled by the State of Minnesota, Department of Administration, Information Policy Analysis Division at www.ipad.state.mn.us or 651-296-6733 Total Actual Costs require that you add labor cost at $0.40 per minute to the supply and materials costs to establish total actual costs Copy Charges for Public Government Data Requests by the Subject of Data When the requester is the subject of the data, the city will not charge for searching for and retrieving data. The requester will be charged the actual costs associated with making, certifying, compiling, or transmitting copies of the data themselves. Exception: There will be no charge for compiling and electronically transmitting readily available data. Actual Costs <10 pages no charge $0.15 per page Dogs Registration – Dangerous and Potentially Dangerous Contest Declaration Hearing Fee Review Declaration Hearing Fee Contest Sterilization Requirement for Potentially Dangerous Boarding Fee Impounding Penalty $35/annual Res. No. 2004-132 $250 Res. No. 2014-43 $100 Res. No. 2014-43 $250 Res. No. 2015-31 Joint & Cooperative Agreement with PUPS $31/day Fingerprinting (Police) Brooklyn Center resident or Brooklyn Center business owner and/or owner’s employees (Saturday 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm) $10/card Page 248 of 335 Page 12 Service Fee Franchise (Natural Gas) Ord. No. 2019-03 Residential $1.66/month Commercial A $1.74/month Commercial Industrial B $5.63/month Commercial C $22.50/month SVDF A $56.23/month SVDF B $107.96/month LVDF $107.96/month Franchise (Electric) Ord. No. 2023-08 Residential $1.65/month Small Commercial & Industrial – Non-Demand $4.25/month Small Commercial & Industrial – Demand Large $22.75/month Commercial & Industrial $103.00/month Public Street Lighting $13.50/month Municipal Pumping – Non-Demand Municipal Pumping – Demand $13.50/month $13.50/month Hearing Request Deposit $50 Res. No. 2011-55 No Charge No Charge $100 $150 $200 $50/each Res. No. 2009-130 Res. No. 2008-150 $100 $100 for each common area, plus $50 for each unit/Res. No. 2008-151 $115 $195 $195 $275 $415 Res. No. 2009-29 Inspections Fire Inspection, Commercial Initial Inspection First Re-Inspection Second Re-Inspection Third Re-Inspection Fourth and Subsequent Re-Inspections Fire Inspection, Daycare Re-inspection A re-inspection fee for the second re-inspection and each subsequent re-inspection shall be collected from the applicant, owner, or responsible party. Properties with 1 to 3 units Properties with 4 or more units Re-Occupancy Inspection - A property maintenance re-occupancy inspection fee is required for registered vacant buildings. Apartment/Condo Townhome Single Family Duplex (same owner) Triplex (same owner) Fourplex (same owner) $550 Res. No. 2009-29 Intoxilyzers Logs (Police) $5/page Lot Combination $100 Maps $3 8 1/2 x 11 $5 8 1/2 x 11 with Imaging (aerials) $4 11 x 17 $6 11 x 17 with Imaging (aerials) $10 24 x 24 $15 24 x 24 with Imaging (aerials) $15 23 x 36 23 x 36 with Imaging (aerials) $25 Page 249 of 335 Page 13 Service Fee NSF Check (Finance) $30 Opportunity Site Stormwater Fee (per acre of developable property See Appendix A for map $97,250.18 Police Reports (Police) < 10 pages no charge $0.25 per page $0.15 per page, if subject ofdata $0.50 per page, commercial user PUD Amendment (Minor) $350 Public Subsidy Application Fee $3,000 Escrow for consulting services related to review of application $10,000 Site and Building Plan Amendment (minor) $375 Special Assessment Charge for unpaid fine amounts that are specially assessed $30 Special Assessment Interest Rate Tall Grass Abatement Tree Abatement Administrative Penalty/Citations Administratively Register Vacant Building Abatement Costs Res. No. 24-114 7 Percent (7%) 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% Special Computer Search (Police) $7/each address Subdivision (Minor) $300 Support Services Street Closure – Weekend Street Closure – Weekday Electrical Supply Check Street Sweeping City Personnel (cost per hour) Minimum 2-hour employee call in for police, 2.5-hours for Public Works Firefighter Police Officer Community Service Officer Public Works General Laborer Public Works Supervisor Vehicles (Cost per hour) Boom Truck Dump Truck Fire Truck Mobile Command Garbage Truck Pick-Up Truck Permits & Licenses Parade Permit No Parking Signs Additional Park Maintenance Delivery of Additional Equipment Additional Trash Removal $500 $275 $36/hour $36/hour $25.00/hour $105/hour $26.66/hour $40/hour ($60/hour overtime) $40/hour ($60/hour overtime) $90/hour $90/hour $175/hour $100/hour $36/hour $36/hour $0 $36/hour $36/hour $36/hour $36/hour Page 250 of 335 Page 14 Tow to City Property (Police) Tow charge plus $15 admin fee Tree Contractor Registration Res. No. 2000-09 $35 Tree Removal Each non-assessed diseased tree /stump removed (by agreement) Special Assessment Service Charge Capitalized interest charge (assessed trees only) $50 $30/parcel in which a special assessment is levied $30/per tree Page 251 of 335 Page 15 Service Fee Vacant Building Registration An annual registration fee shall be collected from the applicant, owner, or the party responsible. The categories shall apply to residential properties of 4 or fewer units: Category 1 – property vacant for less than 1 year and does not have any code violation or has not been issued a compliance notice for code violations. Category 2 – property vacant for less than 1 year and has a code violation(s) or has been issued a compliance notice for code violations. Category 3 – property vacant for 1 or more years. Below will apply to residential properties of 5 or more units and all commercial properties: Less than 10,000 sq ft Less than 10,000 sq ft and vacant for more than 1 year Less than 10,000 sq ft and vacant for more than 1 year More than 10,001 sq ft - $2,000 More than 10,001 sq ft and vacant for more than 1 year More than 10,001 sq ft and vacant for more than 2 years Res. No. 2008-151/2023-115 $100 $400 $1,000/ year $1,000/ year $2,000/ year $3,000/ year $2.000/ year $5,000/ year $7,500/ year Vacation – Street, Alley, Easement (Engineering) $125 Res. No. 92-132 Video Tape Duplicating (Police) $20 Weed Inspection/Removal Weed cutter’s fee $60/hour minimum 2 hours Special assessment service charge $30 per parcel on which a special assessment is levied Capitalized interest charge (assessed weeds only) Well Water Test $10 Zoning Letter (Community Development) $75 Page 252 of 335 Page 16 Utility Services Service Fee Recycling Utility Minimum charge per household per quarter Organics Recycling Service Certification for collection with property taxes Res. No. 2024-137 $24.84/quarter $2.90 (increases to $3.75 when participation reaches 2301 residents.) $50 Sanitary Sewer Utility Res. No. 2024-134 Base Rate Quarterly Residential $112.68 Single Family $79.61 Apartment $61.97 Senior Citizen $4.79 per 1,000 gallons Non-Residential Rate SAC Fee established by MCES Charges set by MCES $50 Certification with property taxes Labor, materials, equipment and Line cleaning charge overhead Established annually by resolution Sanitary Sewer Connection Storm Sewer Utility (quarterly rates) Res. No, 2024-135 Base Rate Cemeteries and Golf Course Parks Single Family, Duplex, Townhouse School, Government Buildings Multiple Family, Churches Commercial, Industrial Vacant Land $81.42 per acre $20.36 per acre $40.71 per acre $20.36/lot $101.78 per acre $244.29 per acre $303.17 per acre As assigned Certification for collection with property taxes Private facility cleaning charge $50 Labor, materials, equipment and overhead Street Light Utility (quarterly rates) Res. No. 2024-136 Single, Double, and Multiple Family Residential $8.83/dwelling unit Parks $15.03 Schools, Government Buildings, Churches $30.08 Retail and Service-Office $45.10 Commercial and Industrial $45.10 Vacant Land and Open Space As Assigned Certification for collection with property taxes $50 Street and Storm Drainage Special Assessment Rates Land Use R-1 zoned, used as one-family that cannot be subdivided R-2 zoned, used as a two-family site that cannot be subdivided R-3 zoned (per unit) Partial Street Construction R-1 zoned, used one-family that cannot be subdivided R-2 zoned, or used as a two-family site that cannot be subdivided R-3 zoned (per unit) Pavement Rehabilitation R-1 zoned, used one-family that cannot be subdivided R-2 zoned, or used as a two-family site that cannot be subdivided R-3 zoned (per unit) The residential assessment rates for street and storm drainage construction and pavement rehabilitation shall not apply to R-4 and R-5 zoned districts. The assessment rates for street reconstruction and pavement rehabilitation for R-4 and R-5 zoned property shall be based on evaluation of the project cost and the project benefit for each project. Res. No. 24-115 $5,338 per lot (street) $1,601 per lot (storm drainage) $71.1733 per front foot with a $5,338 per lot minimum (street) $21.3467 per front foot with a $1,601 per lot minimum (storm drainage) Assessable frontage x $71.1733 (street) Number of residential units Assessable frontage x $21.3467 (storm) Number of residential units $4,002 per lot (street) $53.3600 per front foot with a $4,002 per lot minimum (street) Assessable frontage x $53.3600 (street) Number of residential units $1,764 per lot (street) $23.5200 per front foot with a $1,764 per lot minimum (street) Assessable frontage x $23.5200 (street) Number of residential units Page 253 of 335 Page 17 Water and Sanitary Sewer Connection Commercial/Industrial Water > 5 Acres Commercial/Industrial Sewer > 5 Acres Commercial/Industrial Water < 5 Acres Commercial/Industrial Sewer < 5 Acres Retail/Office Water > 5 Acres Retail/Office Sewer > 5 Acres Retail/Office Water < 5 Acres Retail/Office Sewer < 5 Acres Multi Family Water > 5 Acres Multi Family Sewer > 5 Acres Multi Family Water < 5 Acres Multi Family Sewer < 5 Acres Water per connection Single Family Sewer per connection Res. No. 2001-161 $10,000 $5,000 $5,000 $3,000 $5,000 $3,000 $3,000 $1,500 $5,000 $3,000 $3,000 $1,500 $1,000 $1,000 Water Utility Res. No. 2024-133 Water Conservation Rate 5/8” and ¾” meter $28.49 0-30,000 gallons per quarter $4.75 per 1,000 gallons 30,001-60,000 gallons per quarter $5.93 per 1,000 gallons 60,001 or more gallons per quarter $8.84 per 1,000 gallons Base Rate Quarterly minimum rate 1” meter 1 1/2 “ meter $82.76 $106.41 2” meter $206.92 3” meter $413.92 4” meter $697.76 6” meter $1,596.60 8” meter $3,023.88 10” meter $4,031.86 Water Meter Charge 5/8” or 3/4” $149.00 Water Meter Charge larger than 3/4" Actual cost + $2.00 Certification for collection with property tax $50 Quarterly fire service line charge $12.50/Res. No. 2007-140 Fire Protection inspection $52 Private hydrant maintenance Labor, materials, equipment and overhead Service restoration, Monday – Friday (except holidays) $31 Between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Service restoration, Saturday, Sunday and holidays Between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. $83 Assistance with seasonal shut-down and restoration of commercial irrigation systems, Monday – Friday (except holidays) $45/ hour with 1 hour minimum Page 254 of 335 Page 18 Between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Hydrant Meters (water use will be billed at the commercial rate in addition to the meter rental fee) 5/8” or 3/4” meter Deposit Rental fee (per month or portion thereof) $250 $25 3” meter Deposit $2,500 Rental fee (per month or portion thereof) $150 Penalty for violation of odd-even sprinkling $25 Water Conservation Violations (based on preceding 12-month period) Res. No. 2020-80 First offense Warning Second offense Subsequent offenses $25 $50 Page 255 of 335 Page 19 APPENDIX A OPPORTUNITY SITE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER STORMWATER AREAS ￿ BOLTON SEPTEMBER2022 ￿ & MENK Total development sys • Future Parcel/ROW boundarie Page 256 of 335 Page 20 Page 257 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: THROUGH: BY: Shannon Pettit, City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution Appointing Interim City Manager Requested Council Action: - Motion to approve a Resolution Appointing the Interim City Manager for the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota Background: Budget Issues: Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Resolution_Appointing_Interim_City_Manager_1-2026 Page 258 of 335 Member ______ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026-_______ RESOLUTION APPOINTING INTERIM CITY MANAGER FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, operates under a Home Rule Charter form of government; and WHEREAS, the City Council is authorized to appoint a City Manager pursuant to City Charter, Section 6.01; and WHEREAS, Section 6.04 of the City Charter outlines the role of the City Treasurer; and WHEREAS, vacancies in the in the positions of City Manager and City Treasurer currently exist; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary and in the best interest of the City to appoint an Interim City Manager to ensure continuity of leadership and administration of city operations during the recruitment and selection of a permanent City Manager; and WHEREAS, the City Treasurer plays a vital role in the official operations of the City; and WHEREAS, the Director of Finance, designated by ordinance, to be the City Treasurer is subject to the direction of, and appointed by the City Manager; and WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that Daren Nyquist, Deputy City Manager, possesses the qualifications, experience, and ability to serve as Interim City Manager; and WHERAS, the Interim City Manager appoints Shannon Pettit to serve as Interim City Treasurer for the purpose of completing official duties within the City; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that: 1. Appointment. Daren Nyquist, Deputy City Manager, is hereby appointed as Interim City Manager for the City of Brooklyn Center, effective January 12, 2026. 2. Duties and Authority. The Interim City Manager shall retain the duties of Deputy City Manager and shall assume the powers, duties, and responsibilities of the City Manager as provided by Minnesota law, City Charter, and City Code, unless otherwise limited by action of the City Council. Page 259 of 335 3. Term. The appointment shall remain in effect until a permanent City Manager is appointed by the City Council or otherwise terminated by the City Council. 4. Compensation. The Interim City Manager shall be compensated subject to applicable payroll practices and budget appropriations, or as set forth in an agreement approved by the City Council. 5. Authorization. The Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute any documents necessary to carry out this resolution. 6. Appointment. Pursuant to Brooklyn Center City Charter, Daren Nyquist appoints Shannon Petit as Interim City Treasurer effective January 12, 2026, who shall have the duties and responsibilities of the City Treasurer. January 12, 2026 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 260 of 335 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: Ginny McIntosh, Planning Manager THROUGH: Daren Nyquist, Deputy City Manager BY: Ginny McIntosh, Planning Manager SUBJECT: Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007 Submitted by OGA Madam Kitchen for Issuance of a Conditional Use Permit for a Multi- Purpose Event Space within the OGA Madam Kitchen Restaurant at Shingle Creek Center (6000 Shingle Creek Parkway) Requested Council Action: - Motion to adopt a resolution approving Planning Commission Application No. 2025- 007 for issuance of a conditional use permit (CUP) to operate a multi-use event space within the approximately 3,040-square foot OGA Madam Kitchen restaurant located at 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway and within the Shingle Creek Center shopping center, based on the findings of fact and submitted application, and as amended by the conditions of approval in the resolution. Background: Arku Aboge of OGA Madam Kitchen ("the Applicant") is requesting review and consideration of a conditional use permit to host events within the existing OGA Madam restaurant space located at 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway in the Shingle Creek Center shopping center ("the Subject Property"). In recent years, the City has received a few requests for these types of uses, which have been classified as "Banquet, Event, or Conference Facilities" under Section 35-4103 (Allowed Use Table) of the City's Unified Development Ordinance. The nature of the business has historically required applicants to submit a Planning Commission application for review and consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council. A public hearing notice for the conditional use permit request was published in the Brooklyn Center Sun Post on November 27, 2025. Notifications were mailed to those physical addresses and property owners located within 350 feet of the Subject Property and a copy of the public hearing notice was published to the City of Brooklyn Center website. A link to the public hearing notice was also sent by email to subscribers of the City's weekly events bulletin. Conditional use permits, as outlined under Section 35-7700, are those uses which have been identified because of their nature, operation, location, special requirements or characteristics, and that may only be allowed in a particular zoning district after submittal of an application, review, and recommendation by the Planning Commission, and approval by the City Council. The conditional use permit process regulates: the location, magnitude, and design of Page 261 of 335 conditional uses consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and the regulations, purposes, and procedures of this Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). Any violation of a conditional use permit, or applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations, may be grounds for revocation under Section 35-7707 (Revocation) of the City Code. A public hearing was held at the Planning Commission meeting on December 11, 2025, where representatives of Applicant OGA Madam Kitchen were present and indicated a desire to host event functions during non-restaurant hours. The Applicant noted that the location of the restaurant is isolated and they are hoping to bring vibrancy back to the area so people don't have to go downtown. One member of the public was present at the meeting and stated they were a customer of OGA Madam Kitchen and were supportive of the request to host events in the space as they have always felt welcomed and events they had attended were well-controlled. The Planning Commissioners inquired on the types of events they were looking to host. The Applicant noted that they had an interest in doing private functions like birthday and graduation parties, wedding showers, baby showers, corporate lunches and the like. A Commissioner inquired as to the largest event held to date, to which the Applicant noted there was a doctrate pinning ceremony that hosted approximately 70 guests. The Commissioners inquired on how long OGA Madam Kitchen had operated in the space (over two years), how occupancy is tracked during events, and how security would be provided. The Commissioners asked if food would be provided during events and what type (yes—Liberian and Nigerian cuisine), and if limited menus were provided in the later hours during events (yes—there is a limited menu from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.). One Commissioner outlined certain pros and cons to allowing for the use at the Subject Property as a matter of record for the City Council. Support for the proposed conditional use were that it would support local businesses and a community need, and that there would be minimal overlap in parking demand with other users in the shopping center. The Commissioner noted potential concerns in whether the event space use would be in conflict with the vision of the Opportunity Site Master Plan, if there would be capacity and policing issues as seen at other event venues in the City, and potential negative impacts to other tenants in the shopping center area. The Commissioner noted a general support for conditional use so long as it was well-managed. Following close of the public hearing, the Planning Commission elected to recommend City Council approval (5-1) of Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007 for the requested issuance of a conditional use permit for an approximately 3,040-square foot multi-use event space within the OGA Madam Kitchen restaurant, subject to the Applicant complying with the conditions as outlined in the Planning Commission Report dated December 11, 2025, and associated resolution. Budget Issues: None to consider at this time. Page 262 of 335 Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Staff Report with Exhibits - Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007 2. City Council Resolution - Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007 3. PowerPoint Presentation - Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007 Page 263 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 1 Planning Commission Report Meeting Date: December 11, 2025 Application No. 2025-007 Applicant | Property Owner: OGA Madam Kitchen | Brooklyns Cultural Village LLC Location: 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway—Shingle Creek Center Requests: Conditional Use Permit Map 1. Subject Property Location Requested Action Arku Aboge of OGA Madam Kitchen (“the Applicant”) is requesting review and consideration of a conditional use permit (CUP) to host private events within the existing OGA Madam restaurant space located at 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway in the Shingle Creek Center shopping center (“the Subject Property”). In recent years, the City has received a few requests for these types of uses, which have been classified as “Banquet, Event, or Conference Facilities” under Section 35-4103 (Allowed Use Table). The nature of the business has historically required applicants to submit a Planning Commission application for review and consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council. •Application Filed: 11/18/2025 •Review Period (60-day) Deadline: 01/17/2026 •Extension Declared: No •Extended Review Period Deadline: Page 264 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 2 A public hearing notice for the conditional use permit request was published in the Brooklyn Center Sun Post on November 27, 2025—refer to Exhibit B. Notifications were mailed to those physical addresses and property owners located within 350 feet of the Subject Property, and a copy of the public hearing notice was published to the City of Brooklyn Center website. A link to the public hearing notice was also sent out by email to subscribers of the City’s weekly events bulletin. Image 1. Existing Site Conditions at Subject Property (North and West Elevations). Site Data: 2040 Land Use Plan: Commercial Mixed-Use (C-MU/10.01-60 DU/Ac.) Neighborhood: Centennial Current Zoning: Commercial Mixed-Use (MX-C) District Site Area: Approximately 1.6 acres Surrounding Area: Direction 2040 Land Use Plan Zoning Existing Land Use North Commercial Mixed- Use (C-MU) Commercial Mixed-Use (MX-C) District Commercial South Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Office | Undeveloped (City EDA-owned lot) East Commercial Mixed- Use (C-MU) Commercial Mixed-Use (MX-C) District Commercial West PSP/Institutional Commercial Mixed-Use (MX-C) District Institutional Page 265 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 3 Background The Applicant met with City Planning and City Clerk staff in October 2025 regarding the use of their restaurant, OGA Madam Kitchen, located at 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway in Shingle Creek Center. Prior to these meetings, the Applicant had been unaware that a conditional use permit would be required to hold regularly occurring events. As part of those discussions, the Applicant indicated they had been working with an event promoter, but following issues, they cut ties. As they still see the need for event space within the community, they would like to continue offering their space for rent during select times but want to follow the City’s process. City staff notified the Applicant of the process and timeline for bringing an application through the respective Planning Commission and City Council bodies at these meetings and via email follow-up. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT As proposed, the Applicant has expressed an interest in holding private events within their existing restaurant space, such as birthday celebrations, graduation gatherings, wedding showers, baby showers, corporate lunches and dinners, etc. The Applicant indicated plans to hold daytime as well as nighttime events. Evening events would be catered to people with a minimum age of 21+ during the hours of 9 p.m. and 1:45 a.m. for events held Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, although the Applicant indicated their target patron age is 25+ to minimize issues that can occur with younger groups that might rent the space. The Applicant indicates food and drink packages would be available for purchase as part of the rental. For these events specifically, the Applicant has indicated security would be provided during the event in the form of two (2) licensed security officers, with one (1) dedicated to checking IDs and monitoring the interior of the establishment and the other available to monitor the parking lot and make rounds to ensure neighboring properties are not disturbed and attendees leave the establishment once the event has ended. The Applicant notes that their motivation for incorporating this amenity in their existing space is due to the fact the majority of their patrons live in and around Brooklyn Center and have received suggestions from guests to allow for events to take place at their establishment. The Applicant indicates that, following their meetings with City staff, they are aware additional approvals are required before they can allow the space to be rented. Image 2. Existing Interior Restaurant Space. Page 266 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 4 There are no plans to alter the interior of the restaurant space. As the seating located within the center of the restaurant space is moveable, the Applicant identifies an optional dance floor layout in the interior sketch plan that was submitted. All seating located on the outside perimeter of the restaurant space is fixed, so that layout would not alter. The Applicant intends to continue operating their restaurant (https://ogamadam.com/), which specializes in African cuisine, during non-events. They indicate OGA Madam Kitchen’s regular hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. They are closed on Mondays. In recent years, City Staff has become increasingly aware of “multi-use” or “flex spaces” as a use. Oftentimes, these spaces are much smaller than a traditional wedding venue or conference center, and attractive to those looking to host informal and formal events alike. Earlier this year, Oh Pretti! Events and Rentals requested issuance of a conditional use permit at the Humboldt Shopping Center under Planning Commission Application No. 2025-003 for an event space with full catering kitchen. By reviewing the use as a conditional use, this path allows City staff to review the business’ operations, including hours of operation, targeted events, the location of the use and adjacent permitted uses, noise considerations, and traffic/peak parking demands to determine potential adverse impacts. Should any major concerns arise as part of the review process, the City may apply conditions as part of any approval. As the Applicant intends to continue operation of its restaurant, City staff reviewed the calculations for “Eating and Drinking Places” as well as “Places of Public Assembly” for the “Banquet, Event, or Conference Facility” use. Section 35-5506 (Required Parking Spaces) specifies that a minimum of one (1) parking space for every three (3) seats/persons for the assembly use, and one (1) parking space for every two (2) staff at maximum shift for the use would typically be required. In consideration of the Subject Property’s location, the City’s UDO also provides a calculation for multi- tenant retail centers, where no additional parking spaces beyond those allowed in the retail formula shall be required of restaurant uses, which altogether do not occupy more than 15% of the gross floor area of the center. The parking formula for “Eating and Drinking” establishments shall apply proportionately to the seats and employees occupying space in the center over and above 15% of the gross floor area. Shingle Creek Center currently operates under a Reciprocal Easement Agreement (REA) with the other strip mall building, which is owned by African Career Education and Resources (ACER) Inc. and the former Target site, which is owned by the City of Brooklyn Center’s Economic Development Authority (EDA). This agreement, amongst other things, allows for shared parking and access, subject to certain timelines as outlined in the agreement. Planning Commission Application No. 85001, which approved the 105,928-square foot former Target store and adjacent, approximately 34,160-squre foot retail shopping center, originally noted plans for an approximately 4,250-square foot restaurant on the Subject Property; however, subsequent submittals (Planning Commission Application No. 85024) identify a revised, approximately 32,400-square foot shopping center (ownership by ACER) and an approximately 8,400-square foot multi-tenant retail building with approximately 5,360-square feet of retail space and an approximately 3,040-square foot restaurant where the Applicant’s restaurant is currently located. The parking requirements identified within the staff report on file for Planning Commission Application No. 85024 note that, “the parking requirement for the total Target/Shingle Creek Center development is Page 267 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 5 complicated, to say the least.” The approach agreed upon by then City staff and the original developer (Ryan Construction) was to apply the retail formula to all floor space within the common development and then require additional parking for the restaurant after certain credits had been accounted for. Assuming a restaurant with 116 seats and 12 employees (calculated at 1:2 for seats and staff, respectively), and assuming certain parking credits given the floor area, a minimum of 64 parking spaces were required at the time. It should be noted that the City’s Building Official has identified a maximum occupancy load of 109 persons for the OGA Madam Kitchen restaurant space in its current format, which is less than the 116 seats and 12 employees identified for the space back in 1985. This should, hypothetically, result in less parking demand. The Subject Property and parking lot, as it is situated today, appears to provide approximately 79 on-site parking spaces. The neighboring multi-tenant retail center, which is owned by ACER, provides approximately 143 on-site parking spaces. The plan submitted as part of Planning Commission Application No. 85024 noted a minimum requirement of 889.2 parking spaces, with 891 provided for in the submitted plans; however, it should be noted the majority of parking was allocated for the former Target store, and the retail shopping center buildings were calculated at a parking ratio of 5.5 parking spaces per thousand square feet of gross floor area. As the entire development was tied together by common access and cross- parking arrangements, the three buildings were calculated as if one common development. If Shingle Creek Center were to be constructed today with 146,728-square feet of retail use and with no more than 15% gross floor area reserved for “Eating and Drinking” establishment usage, and subject to the current Unified Development Ordinance, the site would’ve required a maximum of 587 parking spaces (303 less parking spaces than originally approved at). For those “Places of Public Assembly,” of which include dance halls and similar assembly type uses, retail shopping centers with 50,000-square feet or more would require one (1) parking space for every four (4) seats/persons, rather than one (1) parking space for every (3) seats/persons, as is typically required. Assembly uses are oftentimes on the more intense end with respect to parking and traffic needs; however, as it stands today, the parking lot for Shingle Creek Center is not often maximized for use, and as the Applicant has noted in their provided narrative, they are one of the few businesses that appear to operate in the evening hours, with exception of Brothers Taqueria, and, when it opens, Treasure Hunt Early Learning Center (open until 11 p.m. Monday through Friday). Both businesses are located at the northernmost and southernmost endcap units at the adjacent multi-tenant strip mall owned by ACER. The Applicant intends to provide two (2) security staff, as well as six (6) staff during daytime events, and four (4) staff during nighttime events. Based on the information of record with respect to the approval of the development, calculation of parking for the development at the time of its approval, as well as under the City’s current Unified Development Ordinance, and assumptions as provided by the Applicant with respect to occupancy and staffing, City staff is not concerned with parking. Even if the shared parking provisions under the Reciprocal Easement Agreement (REA) were terminated, the existing parking lot available for the Subject Property should meet the Applicant’s needs. The Applicant is currently in possession of a City of Brooklyn Center liquor license as well as the optional 2 a.m. liquor permit issued by the Minnesota Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division (AGED). The Applicant will need to maintain these licensures if they intend to host events serving alcohol up until 2 a.m. As part of any approvals for the conditional use, the Applicant would also need to obtain and maintain Page 268 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 6 a City of Brooklyn Center Entertainment License. The City’s Entertainment License and Liquor License are both administered by the City Clerk’s Office. While noise mitigation and traffic flow are considered as part of the conditional use permit review criteria, the Subject Property is not currently located near any residential properties. The Subject Property is located within the City’s Opportunity Site, and it is presumed residential units will be constructed in the future as outlined the Opportunity Site Master Plan and as permitted in the neighboring zoning districts; however, this is not a concern of today. The Subject Property is situated adjacent to another shopping center (6050 Shingle Creek Parkway), the Hennepin County Service Center (6125 Shingle Creek Parkway), Jani-King (5930 Shingle Creek Parkway), Restaurant Depot (5925 Earle Brown Drive), and New King Buffet and a tire shop (5927 John Martin Drive). The Subject Property is also surrounded by scattered vacant parcels owned by the City’s Economic Development Authority (EDA) that are slated for redevelopment as part of the Opportunity Site buildout, which is envisioned as the City’s future downtown. Following a visit by City staff to the Subject Property, City staff requests the Applicant, in coordination with the City and Property Owner, either replace or repair the existing light pole that appears damaged. As one of the light poles has already been replaced, the Property Owner may look at replacement of the other two light poles, including the pole in need of repair or replacement, which are situated along the sidewalk fronting the approximately 8,400-square foot multi-tenant retail building— refer to Image 3 below. Image 3. Damaged Light Pole on Subject Property. Page 269 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 7 Image 4. Existing Communal Trash Enclosure Area with Containers Outside Enclosure. During a visit to the Subject Property, City staff further noted that the building’s communal garbage and recycling dumpsters were located outside of the trash enclosure and partially blocking one of the tenant doors. City Code requires all containers and dumpsters to be fully screened and located within the enclosure with exception of trash pick-up days— refer to Image 4 above. Conditional use permits, as outlined under Section 35-7700, are those uses which have been identified because of their nature, operation, location, special requirements or characteristics, and may only be allowed in a particular zoning district after submittal of an application, review, and recommendation by the Planning Commission, and approval by the City Council. The conditional use permit process regulates: the location, magnitude, and design of conditional uses consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and the regulations, purposes, and procedures of this Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). A conditional use permit may not be granted by the City Council unless the following criteria have been satisfied (Note: Applicant responses are derived from the business narrative documentation submitted— refer to Exhibit A): a. The conditional use will be in accordance with the general objectives, or with any specific objective, of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and this UDO. Applicant Response: The conditional use will be in accordance with the city’s comprehensive plan because the venue will continue to operate as a restaurant Tuesday to Sunday 11 a.m. — 8 p.m., private events will run Friday and Saturday and Sunday from 9 p.m.—01:45, private events are not rented but booked/reserved and are free of charge with food and drink packages are available for purchase. City Staff Response: As noted above, the Subject Property is located within the City’s Commercial Mixed- Use (MX-C) District and is future guided as Commercial Mixed-Use (C-MU) under the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan. This zoning district and future land use designation are brand new to the City as of 2023 and 2019, respectively. The use, as proposed, is permitted within this district as a conditional use per Section 35-4103 (Allowed Use Table). The Commercial Mixed-Use (C-MU) Future Land Use Designation under the 2040 Comprehensive Plan is a new land use designation and guides land for a mix of commercial, office, retail, service and residential uses. This designation is guided for areas adjacent to the TOD and is planned to have a more significant proportion of the land use designated for commercial, office, retail, and service uses with supporting residential use. A minimum of 50% of the land use is planned for residential development at densities Page 270 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 8 slightly lower than the adjacent TOD land use designation. This land use designation will focus on walkable and bikeable connections to adjacent TOD land uses and the Transit Station. b. The establishment, maintenance, or operation of the conditional use will promote and enhance the general public welfare and will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, morals or comfort. Applicant Response: The conditional use will promote more business in the area and enhance the general public welfare because we provide security, we end events 15 minutes prior to closing time to ensure all patrons leave the premises at a timely manner. To protect the public health and safety of our patrons, OGA Madam does not serve any alcohol after 2 a.m. to any individuals that appear extremely intoxicated, if we notice such, security is our first line of intervention and are instructed to not allow individuals that appear too intoxicated or aggressive for the safety of those inside. We also provide an area to rest and water, and we also will provide or assist with calling an UBER to ensure patrons abide by law and keep them from driving while intoxicated for the safety of people on the road. City Staff Response: City Staff receive many requests for event facility venues, but these locations oftentimes require a generous amount of parking to be successful and minimize disturbances. As it exists today, Shingle Creek Center has an abundance of parking and based on the current users occupying the shopping center, City staff assumes the busiest events will be held in the off-hours for most other users in the shopping center (e.g. weekend evenings). OGA Madam Kitchen has indicated their intent to ensure any event activities remain on-site and outlines plans to provide security during scheduled events as well as for non-event nights on Fridays and Saturday. City staff requests the Applicant coordinate with City staff and the Property Owner to repair or replace an existing light pole located at the eastern end of the Subject Property building. City staff has also noted curtains located at the front entrance of the restaurant and adhesive window coverings located at the west entrance (side door). City staff requests that the Applicant ensure there is clear visibility as Section 35-6400 (Prohibited Signs) prohibits signage that obstructs any windows, doors, fire escapes, stairways, or openings intended to provide ingress or egress for any building structure, except for signs in commercial or industrial zoned properties located on the inside glass portions of windows or doors that do not cover more than 20% of any individual pane of glass. The Applicant should ensure tables and chairs and other obstructions are not blocking ingress and egress during events. The Applicant will need to ensure adequate trash pick-up is arranged depending on the number of events taking place at the location. City staff asks that the Applicant remain mindful of accumulation of trash and debris generated by the establishment. Following a review of the site, City staff noted the garbage and recycling containers were outside the designated enclosure for the building and one container was partially blocking the rear exit door for H&R Block. The Property Owner and tenants shall ensure all trash, recycling, and containers remain inside the enclosure with exception of pickup days, and do not block any exit doors or drive aisles. c. The conditional use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property in the immediate vicinity for the purposes already permitted, nor substantially diminish and impair property values within the neighborhood. Page 271 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 9 Applicant Response: The conditional use will not be injurious to our neighboring businesses in the vicinity because we ensure our patrons stay within our venue boundaries, the lot security ensures patrons are not on any other properties. The private parking lot is shared with neighboring businesses, parking spaces available in the private lot are shared with neighboring businesses, parking spaces available in the private lot and all vehicles clear the lot prior to their operating times of surrounding businesses. City Staff Response: OGA Madam Kitchen is located within a multi-tenant retail building that is part of a shopping center. This shopping center also includes another larger multi-tenant retail building and the former Target building, which was demolished in 2025. OGA Madam Kitchen was formerly home to Jambo Africa, which relocated to a building off Freeway Boulevard. OGA Madam Kitchen is located in the same building as Lady Nails, Allstate Insurance, H&R Block, and Cavalla Travel and Accessories. Additional retail and restaurant businesses are located in the other multi- tenant retail building that makes up the other half of Shingle Creek Center. Businesses within this building include: Brothers Taqueria, ACER, Treasure Hunt Early Learning Center (anticipated to open in early 2026), Favor Creations Bridal and Events, and a laundromat. Jani-King, which provides commercial cleaning and janitorial services, is located to the South of the Subject Property off John Martin Drive, and the Hennepin County Service Center is located to the west of the Subject Property, across Shingle Creek Parkway. The Applicant intends to continue operating their restaurant, which is a permitted use within the MX-C District where the Subject Property is located; however, they would like to add events to their business model. Although there are redevelopment opportunities on the parcels located to the north (former Target site) and south properties within the City’s Opportunity Site, City staff is not necessarily concerned with negative impacts to already permitted uses within the district, nor the diminishment or impairment of property values so long as the business and any scheduled events are run in a professional manner and with consideration to those users who operate during later hours, such as Brothers Taqueria and Treasure Hunt Early Learning Center. If the Applicant is unable to comply with the outlined conditions of approval and its business practices cause negative impacts to surrounding businesses, the Applicant would be at risk of losing their ability to operate the conditional use per Section 35-7707 (Revocation) of the City Code. d. The establishment of the conditional use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding property for uses permitted in the district. Applicant Response: The conditional use will not impede the normal and orderly development of surrounding businesses because OGA Madam event hours of operation are outside surrounding business times of operation. Most businesses in the area operate during the day. City Staff Response: There are upcoming Capital Investment Program (CIP) and lighting and signal improvement projects proposed to take place in the next couple years for the sections of John Martin Drive running south of the Subject Property and Shingle Creek Parkway, which runs along the west of the Subject Property; however, the proposed conditional use and any business operations should not have any impact on these projects. Although there are opportunities for redevelopment to the north of the Subject Property along Shingle Creek Parkway and Summit Drive, and to the south of the Subject Property along John Martin Drive, it is not anticipated that the establishment of the conditional use will impede the normal and orderly Page 272 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 10 development and improvement of surrounding property for uses permitted in this district. City staff have been in conversations with some of the neighboring property owners regarding the potential redevelopment of the area, and City staff would communicate any potential impacts to property owners and businesses were a development proposal to come along. It should be noted that the section of John Martin Drive abutting the Subject Property is envisioned as a “main street” within the City’s Opportunity Site Master Plan; however, the plan was intended to be flexible and responsive to market conditions. Any plans to redevelop the existing multi-tenant retail building on the Subject Property would likely be far in the future as there are other vacant parcels of land available for redevelopment. e. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to provide ingress, egress, and parking so designed as to minimize traffic congestion in the public streets. Applicant Response: OGA Madam has private parking spaces for patrons and lot spaces exceed the number of patrons we accommodate. City Staff Response: The Subject Property is located within the Shingle Creek Center shopping center and was approved with 891 parking spaces. Although the majority of the parking spaces were allocated for the former Target site, which is now vacant and owned by the City’s Economic Development Authority, the Subject Property provides approximately 79 on-site parking spaces. The neighboring multi-tenant shopping center, also located within Shingle Creek Center shopping center and owned by Property Owner ACER, provides approximately 143 on-site parking spaces and, along with the Subject Property and former Target site, are party to a Reciprocal Easement Agreement (REA) which has certain common parking and access arrangements. While the Subject Property originally anticipated the restaurant space would provide 116 seats and 12 employees, and require a minimum of 64 parking spaces, the Building Official has outlined that the restaurant space has a maximum occupancy load of 109 persons. Assuming the space held 109 persons, a maximum of 55 parking spaces would be required. Although there is the chance a daytime event could result in parking spillover on the adjacent parcel owned by ACER, City staff is not necessarily concerned with nighttime events negatively impacting neighboring businesses as the Subject Property parking lot provides 79 on-site parking spaces. Given the size of the three (3) properties and their shared access and parking as outlined within the REA, there are multiple points of ingress and egress off John Martin Drive, Shingle Creek Parkway, and Summit Drive North. City staff requests that the Applicant ensure a clear drive aisle is provided along the west end of the building as City staff noted the presence of a restaurant trailer parked on-site. The 2020 Minnesota Fire Code stipulates that a minimum 20-foot fire apparatus road be provided for clear access in case of emergency, and sufficient width should be provided for garbage pickups, deliveries, etc. f. Impacts such as noise, hours of activity, and exterior lighting have been sufficiently addressed to mitigate negative impacts on nearby uses. Applicant Response: Sound engineer controls outside noise is limited as all activity happens inside during the hours of activity (9 p.m.— 01:45 a.m.) where all surrounding businesses are closed for the day. There Page 273 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 11 is adequate street lighting on the parking lot and exist areas minimizing any negative impact to nearby businesses. City Staff Response: City staff requests the Applicant, in coordination with the Property Owner, address the damaged light pole located at the eastern end of the multi-tenant building as all lighting shall be functional and maintained. City staff noted the replacement of one (1) of the three (3) total light poles located along the sidewalk fronting the building. If the other light pole, located in front of OGA Madam Kitchen is non-functional, the Property Owner will need to address it either through repair or replacement. All other wall and site lighting shall be kept functional at all times per Section 35-5400 (Exterior Lighting) and shall comply with the City’s lighting provisions. At all times, access shall be maintained and unobstructed for the drive aisle running to the west of the Subject Property building. This is to ensure adequate emergency access and passage for other businesses and their vendors, garbage haulers, etc. Depending on the frequency of events, the Applicant may require enhanced garbage pickup. City staff noted the garbage and recycling containers were located outside of their designated enclosure. Although this is a common enclosure for all tenants, City staff wanted to address it as all containers shall be kept within the enclosure with the exception of pick-up days. The Applicant noted in their submittal the desire to have live DJs in the future as part of events. The Applicant shall keep noise and sound emissions confined to the Subject Property and be cognizant of the use on neighboring properties. The Applicant shall also adhere to the maximum occupancies outlined by City staff and ensure vehicles are parked in designated on-site parking spaces. Any expansion or alteration of the requested conditional use permit may be subject to the amendment process as outlined under Section 35-7706 (Amendments). The Applicant will also need to apply for and hold a City Entertainment License and adhere to its requirements. g. The conditional use shall, in all other respects, conform to the applicable regulations of the district in which it is located. Applicant Response: The conditional use shall adhere to all city and district rules and policies and regulations respectfully. City Staff Response: City staff will continue to work with the Applicant pending approval of the requested conditional use permit to ensure compliance given the use and location of the use. As is the case with any other property in the City of Brooklyn Center, should any business operations, nuisance, or property complaints arise, the City would address these through the typical channels (e.g. code enforcement, police). If there are continued violations of an issued conditional use permit, the City would follow the outlined process for revocation under Section 35-7707 (Revocation) of the City Code. ANTICIPATED PERMITTING AND CONDITIONS Following a review of the submittal materials and the request, City staff recommend the following conditions be attached to any positive recommendation on the approval of Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007 for the Subject Property located at 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway and approval of a conditional use permit for Applicant OGA Madam Kitchen to operate a “Banquet, Conference, Event Facility” within their existing restaurant space: 1. The Applicant and Property Owner shall adhere to the provisions as outlined under Section 35-7700 (Conditional Use Permit), and shall coordinate with City staff to file a copy Page 274 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 12 of the City Council resolution approving the requested conditional use permit, along with a legal description of the Subject Property for which the permit was issued, and list of any conditions set forth by City Council as a condition of said conditional use permit. A certified copy shall be recorded by the Applicant with the Hennepin County Recorder- Registrar of Titles within 60 days of approval of said resolution. 2. Issuance of a conditional use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. Any violation thereof may be grounds for revocation under Section 35-7707 (Revocation) of the City Code. Any expansion or alteration of the proposed use beyond that contained in the application shall require an amendment to the conditional use. 3. Maximum occupancy per Minnesota Building Code 1004.9 is 109 persons. In no case shall the total number of staff and customers within the assembly occupancy space exceed this number. 4. The Applicant shall obtain any and all permit and/or licensing approvals from Hennepin County Health, State of Minnesota, and the City of Brooklyn Center prior to use. a. The Applicant shall maintain a City of Brooklyn Center liquor license and optional 2 a.m. liquor permit as issued by the Minnesota Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division (AGED) for any events serving alcohol. b. The Applicant shall maintain a City of Brooklyn Center Entertainment License. 5. Any music or sound emissions shall be contained to the confines of the tenant space and shall not project beyond property lines. 6. Exterior site lighting shall be maintained and kept in operating condition outside the main (west) doors and rear (east) doors at all times and per Section 35-5400 (Exterior Lighting). Should any lighting require replacement, lighting shall comply with City Code requirements. a. Applicant shall coordinate with Property Owner to repair/replace the damaged light pole located at the east end of the Subject Property building. 7. Any outside trash disposal facilities for the use shall be contained within any on-site dumpsters, and no trash/recycling stored outside approved containers. Enhanced trash pick-up may be required dependent on use needs. 8. The west and south drive aisles shall remain free and clear for emergency access. A minimum 20-foot-wide drive aisle is required per 2020 Minnesota Fire Code. 9. There shall be no obstructions to any window, door, fire escape, stairway, or opening intended to provide ingress or egress for any building structure, except for signs in commercial or industrial zoned properties located on the inside glass portion of windows or doors that do not cover more than 20% of any individual pane of glass. Designated points of ingress/egress shall be kept clear of any obstructions (e.g. curtains, tables, chairs). 10. Flashing or rotating signs, including those located indoors and where visible from public streets, are prohibited. RECOMMENDATION City staff recommend the Planning Commission recommend City Council approval of Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007 for approval of a conditional use permit (CUP) for the Subject Property located at 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway to OGA Madam Kitchen for operation of a Banquet, Conference, and Event Facility within the existing OGA Madam Kitchen restaurant space, based on the findings of fact, and per the outlined permitting and conditions of approval. Page 275 of 335 App. No. 2025-007 PC 12/11/2025 Page 13 ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A – Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007 Plans and Documents, submitted November 11, 2025. Exhibit B – Public Hearing Notice, submitted for publication in the Brooklyn Center Sun Post, and dated November 27, 2025. Page 276 of 335 Business plan for conditional use permit Name: Oga Madam Kitchen Address: 6000 Shingle Creek pkwy Minneapolis MN 55430 Phone: 612-532-2823 Ownership: Arkue Aboge Oga Madam Kitchen will run private events such as private birthday celebrations, graduation gatherings, private wedding showers or private baby showers, corporate lunch and dinners etc. The private events are 21+ but our target patron for private events are 25+, events will run from the hours of 9pm to 01:45am. Oga Madam Kitchen can accommodate up to 100+ guests; there are 2 exits (1 main and 1 emergency exit). Oga Madam Kitchen will provide 2 licensed security; 1 will check IDs and monitor the inside, 2nd will monitor the parking lot and make hourly rounds to ensure our neighboring properties are not disturbed. The motivation for use in this district is because most of our patrons live in Brooklyn Center and the surrounding areas. Our guests enjoy the warm and welcoming atmosphere at Oga madam Kitchen, our guests have made suggestions to book more events, but we let them know we are working on appropriate licensing. Our guests also are customers of the restaurant open during the day and love the variety of food that Oga Madam offers. A) The conditional use will be in accordance with the city’s comprehensive plan because the venue will continue to operates as a restaurant Tuesday to Sunday 11am – 8pm, private events will run Friday and Saturday and Sunday from 9pm-01:45, private events are not rented but booked/reserved and are free of charge with food and drink packages are available for purchase. B) The conditional use will promote more business in the area, and enhance the general public welfare because we provide security, we end events 15 minutes prior to closing time to ensure all patrons leave the premises at a timely manner. To protect the public health and safety of our patrons, Oga madam does not serve any alcohol after 2am to any individuals that appear extremely intoxicated, if we notice such, Security is our first line of intervention and are instructed to not allow individuals that appear too intoxicated or aggressive for the safety of those inside, we also provide an area to rest and water and we also will provide or assist with calling and uber to ensure patron abide by law and keep them from driving while intoxicated for the safety of people on the road. Exhibit A Page 277 of 335 C)The conditional use will not be injurious to our neighboring businesses in the vicinity because we ensure our patrons stay within our venue boundaries, the lot security ensures patrons are not on any other properties. The private parking lot is shared with neighboring businesses, parking spaces available in the private lot and all vehicles clear the lot prior to their operating times of surrounding businesses. D)The conditional use will not impede the normal and orderly development of surrounding businesses because Oga Madam event hours of operation are outside surrounding business times of operation. Most businesses in the area operate during the day. E)Oga madam has private parking spaces for patrons and lot spaces exceed the number of patrons we accommodate. F)Sound engineer controls outside noise is limited as all activity happens inside during the hours of activity (9pm-01:45am) where all surrounding businesses are closed for the day. There is adequate street lighting on the parking lot and exit areas minimizing any negative impact to nearby businesses. G)The conditional use shall adhere to all city and district rules and policies and regulations respectfully. H)Security is provided every Friday and Saturday for the entertainment portion of the night regardless if private events are booked or not since alcohol is served. Security is usually the last to leave the premises to make sure everyone is gone. I)Our goal is to have live djs in the future pending approval from the city. J)Oga Madam will be hosting mostly private event, but people from public are always welcome to come in, most public customers that come, only come to purchase food and are welcome to stay and eat if they wish to do so. Private events are only booked upon patron request and we will be charging an entry fee. K)Please see the attached floor plan Page 278 of 335 Page 279 of 335 Page 280 of 335 City of brooklyn Center NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Details for City of brooklyn Center NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Nov 27, 2025 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Please take notice that the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center will hold an in-person public hearing on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at approximately 7:00 p.m. Meeting materials can be accessed by visiting the City of Brooklyn Center's website at: https://www.brooklyncentermn.gov/. A definite time for this application to be considered cannot be given as it will depend on the progression of the agenda items. TYPE OF REQUEST: Conditional Use Permit APPLICANT -- PROPERTY OWNER: OGA Madam Kitchen-- Brooklyns Cultural Village LLC PROPERTY ADDRESS -- PID: 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -- 02-118-21-12-0014 BRIEF STATEMENT OF CONTENTS OF PETITION: The Applicant is requesting approvals to operate a multi-purpose event space within an existing restaurant at Shingle Creek Center. Upon review of the proposal, it was determined that the Applicant will require approval of a conditional use permit. Comments and questions may be forwarded to gmcintosh@brooklyncentermn.gov up until 4:30 pm on the day of the meeting, or by contacting Ginny McIntosh at (763) 569-3319. Your comments will be included in the record and addressed as part of the meeting. Alternatively, you may participate in the Planning Commission meeting via Webex at: logis.webex.com Meeting Number (Access Code): 2631 801 5656 Password: BCPC12112025 By Phone: 1 (312) 535-8110 (Enter Access Code) Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available upon request at least 96 Save Share Exhibit B Page 281 of 335 hours in advance. Please contact the City Clerk at (763) 569-3300 to make arrangements. Respectfully, Ginny McIntosh Planning Manager Published in the Sun Post November 27, 2025 1504343 Learn more about your privacy options Page 282 of 335 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2025-007 FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AN APPROXIMATELY 3,040- SQUARE FOOT MULTI-USE EVENT SPACE WITHIN THE OGA MADAM KITCHEN RESTAURANT LOCATED WITHIN SHINGLE CREEK CENTER (LOCATED AT 6000 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY) WHEREAS, Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007, submitted by OGA Madam Kitchen (“the Applicant”), requests review and consideration of an application requesting issuance of a conditional use permit to operate an approximately 3,040-square foot multi-use event space within OGA Madam Kitchen restaurant space located at 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway and within Shingle Creek Center shopping center (“the Subject Property”), as legally described in Exhibit A and attached hereto; and WHEREAS, the Subject Property is situated in the City’s Commercial Mixed-Use (MX-C) District, where “banquet, event, and conference facilities,” as outlined under Section 35- 4103 (Allowed Use Table), are considered conditional uses in the MX-C District where the Subject Property is located; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota held a duly noticed and called public hearing on December 11, 2025, whereby a planning staff report and materials were presented and public testimony regarding the requested conditional use permit was received; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota considered the conditional use permit request in light of all testimony received, the guidelines and standards for evaluating the conditional use permit contained in Section 35-7700 (Conditional Use Permit) of the City’s Unified Development Ordinance, the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan, as well as information provided by the Applicant with respect to the proposed use’s operations, and the request generally satisfies the criteria as outlined within the above Sections; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds as follows regarding Planning Commission Application No. 2025-007, submitted by Applicant OGA Madam Kitchen: a)The conditional use, as proposed, will be in accordance with the general objectives of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and the City’s Unified Development Ordinance; b) The establishment, maintenance, or operation of the conditional use will promote or enhance the general public welfare and will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, morals, or comfort; c)The conditional use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property in the immediate vicinity for the purposes already permitted, nor Page 283 of 335 RESOLUTION NO. substantially diminish and impair property values within the neighborhood; d)The establishment of the conditional use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding property for uses permitted in the district; e)Adequate measures have been taken to provide ingress, egress, and parking so designated as to minimize traffic congestion in the public streets; f)Impacts such as noise, hours of activity, and exterior light have been sufficiently addressed to mitigate impacts on nearby uses; and g)The conditional use will conform to the applicable regulations of the district in which it is located. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota that it hereby approves Planning Commission Application No. 2025- 007 for the requested issuance of a conditional use permit to operate an approximately 3,040-square foot multi-use event space within OGA Madam Kitchen restaurant at 6000 Shingle Creek Parkway in Shingle Creek Center, conditioned on compliance with all of the following: 1.The Applicant and Property Owner shall adhere to the provisions as outlined under Section 35-7700 (Conditional Use Permit), and shall coordinate with City staff to file a copy of the City Council resolution approving the requested conditional use permit, along with a legal description of the Subject Property for which the permit was issued, and list of any conditions set forth by City Council as a condition of said conditional use permit. A certified copy shall be recorded by the Applicant with the Hennepin County Recorder-Registrar of Titles within 60 days of approval of said resolution. 2.Issuance of a conditional use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. Any violation thereof may be grounds for revocation under Section 35-7707 (Revocation) of the City Code. Any expansion or alteration of the proposed use beyond that contained in the application shall require an amendment to the conditional use. 3.Maximum occupancy per Minnesota Building Code 1004.9 is 109 persons. In no case shall the total number of staff and customers within the assembly occupancy space exceed this number. 4.The Applicant shall obtain any and all permit and/or licensing approvals from Hennepin County Health, State of Minnesota, and the City of Brooklyn Center prior to use. a.The Applicant shall maintain a City of Brooklyn Center liquor license and optional 2 a.m. liquor permit as issued by the Minnesota Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division (AGED) for any events serving alcohol. b.The Applicant shall maintain a City of Brooklyn Center Entertainment License. 5.Any music or sound emissions shall be contained to the confines of the tenant Page 284 of 335 RESOLUTION NO. space and shall not project beyond property lines. 6.Exterior site lighting shall be maintained and kept in operating condition outside the main doors (north and west elevations) at all times and per Section 35-5400 (Exterior Lighting). Should any lighting require replacement, lighting shall comply with City Code requirements. a.Applicant shall coordinate with Property Owner to repair/replace the damaged light pole located at the east end of the Subject Property building. 7.Any outside trash disposal facilities for the use shall be contained within any on-site dumpsters, and no trash/recycling stored outside approved containers. Enhanced trash pick-up may be required dependent on use needs. 8.The west and south drive aisles shall remain free and clear for emergency access. A minimum 20-foot-wide drive aisle is required per 2020 Minnesota Fire Code. 9.There shall be no obstructions to any window, door, fire escape, stairway, or opening intended to provide ingress or egress for any building structure, except for signs in commercial or industrial zoned properties located on the inside glass portion of windows or doors that do not cover more than 20% of any individual pane of glass. Designated points of ingress/egress shall be kept clear of any obstructions (e.g. curtains, tables, chairs). 10.Flashing or rotating signs, including those located indoors and where visible from public streets, are prohibited. January 12, 2026 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 285 of 335 EXHIBIT A Legal Description of Subject Property Lot 1, Block 1, Shingle Creek Center 2nd Addition, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Property ID: 02-118-21-12-0014 Page 286 of 335 Ci t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g | J a n u a r y 1 2 , 2 0 2 6 Gi n n y M c I n t o s h , P l a n n i n g M a n a g e r R E Q U E S T : OG A M a d a m K i t c h e n Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t Pa g e 2 8 7 o f 3 3 5 2 Re q u e s t e d A c t i o n Ar k u Ab o g e of OG A Ma d a m Ki t c h e n (“ t h e Ap p l i c a n t ” ) is re q u e s t i n g re v i e w an d co n s i d e r a t i o n fo r is s u a n c e of a co n d i t i o n a l us e pe r m i t to ho s t pr i v a t e ev e n t s wi t h i n th e ex i s t i n g OG A Ma d a m re s t a u r a n t sp a c e lo c a t e d at 60 0 0 Sh i n g l e Cr e e k Pa r k w a y in th e Sh i n g l e Cr e e k Ce n t e r sh o p p i n g ce n t e r ( “ t h e S u b j e c t P r o p e r t y ” ) . Up o n re v i e w of th e pr o p o s a l , it wa s de t e r m i n e d th a t th e Ap p l i c a n t wi l l re q u i r e ap p r o v a l of a co n d i t i o n a l u s e p e r m i t a s s u m i n g a m o s t s i m i l a r u s e o f “ B a n q u e t , E v e n t , o r C o n f e r e n c e F a c i l i t y . ” • Br o o k l y n s C u l t u r a l V i l l a g e L L C ( O w n e r ) • Su b j e c t P r o p e r t y ( A c r e s ) : 1 . 6 a c r e s • Zo n i n g D i s t r i c t : Co m m e r c i a l M i x e d - U s e ( M X - C ) D i s t r i c t • 20 4 0 C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n F u t u r e L a n d U s e D e s i g n a t i o n : Co m m e r c i a l M i x e d - U s e ( C - M U ) Pa g e 2 8 8 o f 3 3 5 3 Pa g e 2 8 9 o f 3 3 5 4 Ba c k g r o u n d Th e Ap p l i c a n t or i g i n a l l y me t wi t h Ci t y Pl a n n i n g an d Ci t y Cl e r k st a f f in Oc t o b e r 20 2 5 re g a r d i n g th e us e of th e i r r e s t a u r a n t , O G A M a d a m K i t c h e n . • Ap p l i c a n t ha d pr e v i o u s l y be e n un a w a r e th a t a co n d i t i o n a l us e pe r m i t wa s re q u i r e d to ho l d re g u l a r l y oc c u r r i n g e v e n t s . • Ap p l i c a n t h a d b e e n w o r k i n g w i t h a n e v e n t p r o m o t e r , b u t f o l l o w i n g i s s u e s , t h e y c u t t i e s . • Ap p l i c a n t ha s he a r d fr o m cu s t o m e r s th a t th e r e is a ne e d fo r th i s ty p e of sp a c e in th e co m m u n i t y , bu t wa n t s to fo l l o w th e co r r e c t ci t y pr o c e s s . Th e ma j o r i t y of th e i r cl i e n t s ar e fr o m in an d ar o u n d Br o o k l y n C e n t e r . • Ci t y st a f f no t i f i e d Ap p l i c a n t of th e pr o c e s s an d ti m e l i n e fo r br i n g i n g an ap p l i c a t i o n th r o u g h Pl a n n i n g Co m m i s s i o n a n d C i t y C o u n c i l . Pa g e 2 9 0 o f 3 3 5 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t 5 • Th e Ap p l i c a n t ha s ex p r e s s e d an in t e r e s t in ho l d i n g pr i v a t e ev e n t s wi t h i n th e i r ex i s t i n g re s t a u r a n t sp a c e , su c h as bi r t h d a y ce l e b r a t i o n s , gr a d u a t i o n ga t h e r i n g s , we d d i n g sh o w e r s , b a b y s h o w e r s , c o r p o r a t e l u n c h e s a n d d i n n e r s , e t c . • Ap p l i c a n t in t e n d s to ho l d da y t i m e an d ni g h t t i m e ev e n t s , wi t h ev e n i n g ev e n t s ca t e r e d to pe o p l e ag e d 21 + du r i n g th e ho u r s of 9 p. m . to 1: 4 5 a. m . fo r ev e n t s he l d Fr i d a y s , Sa t u r d a y s , an d Su n d a y s , al t h o u g h Ap p l i c a n t in d i c a t e d ta r g e t pa t r o n ag e is 25 + to mi n i m i z e is s u e s th a t ca n oc c u r w i t h y o u n g e r g r o u p s . • Fo o d an d dr i n k pa c k a g e s wo u l d be av a i l a b l e fo r pu r c h a s e a s p a r t o f t h e r e n t a l . • Se c u r i t y to be pr o v i d e d in fo r m of (2 ) li c e n s e d se c u r i t y of f i c e r s wi t h on e de d i c a t e d to ch e c k i n g ID s an d mo n i t o r i n g in t e r i o r an d an o t h e r de d i c a t e d to mo n i t o r i n g p a r k i n g l o t / e x t e r i o r . • No pl a n s to al t e r th e in t e r i o r of th e sp a c e wi t h ex c e p t i o n of re m o v i n g ch a i r s / t a b l e s fo r da n c e fl o o r ar e a . Pa g e 2 9 1 o f 3 3 5 6 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t ( c o n t . ) • In re c e n t ye a r s , Ci t y St a f f ha s be c o m e in c r e a s i n g l y aw a r e of “m u l t i - u s e ” or “f l e x sp a c e s ” as a us e . Of t e n t i m e s , th e s e sp a c e s ar e mu c h sm a l l e r th a n yo u r ty p i c a l we d d i n g ve n u e or co n f e r e n c e ce n t e r , an d at t r a c t i v e t o t h o s e l o o k i n g t o h o s t i n f o r m a l a n d f o r m a l e v e n t s a l i k e . • Th e UD O do e s no t sp e c i f i c a l l y ad d r e s s th i s ty p e of us e ; ho w e v e r , gi v e n th e fl e x i b i l i t y in us e , ti m e s us e d , pr e s e n c e of a ca t e r i n g ki t c h e n , an d de d i c a t e d as s e m b l y / e v e n t sp a c e , et c . th e re q u e s t fo r a co n d i t i o n a l u s e p e r m i t a l l o w s f o r i t t o b e r e v i e w e d o n a c a s e - b y - c a s e b a s i s . • Th i s al l o w s st a f f to re v i e w th e bu s i n e s s ’ op e r a t i o n s , in c l u d i n g ho u r s of op e r a t i o n , ta r g e t e d ev e n t s , th e lo c a t i o n of th e us e an d ad j a c e n t pe r m i t t e d us e s , no i s e co n s i d e r a t i o n s , an d tr a f f i c / p e a k pa r k i n g de m a n d s t o d e t e r m i n e p o t e n t i a l a d v e r s e i m p a c t s . • Sh o u l d an y ma j o r co n c e r n s ar i s e as pa r t of th e re v i e w pr o c e s s , th e Ci t y ma y ap p l y co n d i t i o n s as pa r t of a n y a p p r o v a l . Pa g e 2 9 2 o f 3 3 5 7 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t ( c o n t . ) Bu s i n e s s O p e r a t i o n s Ma x i m u m o c c u p a n c y l o a d o f t h e O G A M a d a m K i t c h e n s p a c e i s no m o r e t h a n 1 0 9 p e r s o n s . Th e A p p l i c a n t ’ s o u t l i n e d h o u r s o f o p e r a t i o n a r e a s f o l l o w s : • Mo n d a y s : C l o s e d • Tu e s d a y s t h r o u g h S u n d a y s : 1 1 a . m . t o 8 p . m . • Fr i d a y s t h r o u g h S u n d a y s ( 2 1 + o n l y ) : 9 p . m . t o 1 : 4 5 a . m . Pa r k i n g Su b j e c t Pr o p e r t y is lo c a t e d wi t h i n Sh i n g l e Cr e e k Ce n t e r sh o p p i n g ce n t e r an d su b j e c t to a Re c i p r o c a l Ea s e m e n t Ag r e e m e n t (R E A ) wi t h ne i g h b o r i n g st r i p ma l l ow n e d by AC E R an d fo r m e r Ta r g e t Si t e ow n e d by Ci t y ’ s Ec o n o m i c De v e l o p m e n t Au t h o r i t y (E D A ) . Ag r e e m e n t ou t l i n e s s h a r e d a c c e s s a n d p a r k i n g p r o v i s i o n s a s p r o v i d e d f o r w i t h i n c e r t a i n t i m e l i n e s . At ti m e of ap p r o v a l (1 9 8 5 ) , a mi n i m u m of 88 9 . 2 pa r k i n g sp a c e s we r e re q u i r e d fo r en t i r e sh o p p i n g ce n t e r . If co n s t r u c t e d to d a y , an d us i n g th e re t a i l ce n t e r ca l c u l a t i o n , a ma x i m u m of 58 7 pa r k i n g sp a c e s wo u l d be re q u i r e d fo r en t i r e sh o p p i n g ce n t e r . As s u m i n g a “P l a c e of Pu b l i c As s e m b l y ” an d “E a t i n g an d Dr i n k i n g ” us e an d no mo r e th a n 10 9 pe r s o n s , a ma x i m u m o f 5 5 p a r k i n g s p a c e s w o u l d b e r e q u i r e d . Su b j e c t Pr o p e r t y ha s 79 on - s i t e pa r k i n g sp a c e s an d ne i g h b o r i n g st r i p ma l l ha s ad d i t i o n a l 14 3 o n - s i t e p a r k i n g s p a c e s . Pa g e 2 9 3 o f 3 3 5 8 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t (c o n t . ) • Co n d i t i o n a l Us e Pe r m i t s , as ou t l i n e d un d e r Se c t i o n 35 - 7 7 0 0 , ar e th o s e us e s wh i c h ha v e be e n id e n t i f i e d be c a u s e of th e i r na t u r e , op e r a t i o n , lo c a t i o n , sp e c i a l re q u i r e m e n t s or ch a r a c t e r i s t i c s , an d th a t ma y on l y be al l o w e d in a pa r t i c u l a r zo n i n g di s t r i c t af t e r su b m i t t a l of an ap p l i c a t i o n , re v i e w , an d re c o m m e n d a t i o n b y t h e P l a n n i n g C o m m i s s i o n a n d a p p r o v a l b y C i t y C o u n c i l . • Co n d i t i o n a l Us e Pe r m i t pr o c e s s re g u l a t e : lo c a t i o n , ma g n i t u d e , an d de s i g n of co n d i t i o n a l us e s co n s i s t e n t wi t h th e Co m p r e h e n s i v e Pl a n , an d th e re g u l a t i o n s , pu r p o s e , an d pr o c e d u r e s of th e Ci t y ’ s Un i f i e d D e v e l o p m e n t O r d i n a n c e ( U D O ) . • A Co n d i t i o n a l Us e Pe r m i t ma y no t be gr a n t e d by Ci t y Co u n c i l un l e s s th e fo l l o w i n g cr i t e r i a ha v e be e n sa t i s f i e d : Pa g e 2 9 4 o f 3 3 5 9 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t ( c o n t . ) a. Th e co n d i t i o n a l us e wi l l be in ac c o r d a n c e wi t h th e ge n e r a l ob j e c t i v e s , or wi t h an y sp e c i f i c ob j e c t i v e , of th e Ci t y ’ s C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n a n d t h i s U D O b. Th e es t a b l i s h m e n t , ma i n t e n a n c e , or op e r a t i o n of th e co n d i t i o n a l us e wi l l pr o m o t e an d en h a n c e th e ge n e r a l pu b l i c w e l f a r e a n d w i l l n o t b e d e t r i m e n t a l t o o r e n d a n g e r t h e p u b l i c h e a l t h , s a f e t y , m o r a l s o r c o m f o r t c. Th e co n d i t i o n a l us e wi l l no t be in j u r i o u s to th e us e an d en j o y m e n t of ot h e r pr o p e r t y in th e im m e d i a t e vi c i n i t y fo r th e pu r p o s e s al r e a d y pe r m i t t e d , no r su b s t a n t i a l l y di m i n i s h an d im p a i r pr o p e r t y va l u e s wi t h i n th e ne i g h b o r h o o d d. Th e es t a b l i s h m e n t of th e co n d i t i o n a l us e wi l l no t im p e d e th e no r m a l an d or d e r l y de v e l o p m e n t an d im p r o v e m e n t o f s u r r o u n d i n g p r o p e r t y f o r u s e s p e r m i t t e d i n t h e d i s t r i c t e. Ad e q u a t e me a s u r e s ha v e be e n or wi l l be ta k e n to pr o v i d e in g r e s s , eg r e s s , an d pa r k i n g so de s i g n e d as to mi n i m i z e t r a f f i c c o n g e s t i o n i n t h e p u b l i c s t r e e t s f. Im p a c t s s u c h a s n o i s e , h o u r s o f a c t i v i t y , a n d e x t e r i o r l i g h t i n g h a v e b e e n s u f f i c i e n t l y a d d r e s s e d t o m i t i g a t e ne g a t i v e i m p a c t s o n n e a r b y u s e s g. Th e co n d i t i o n a l us e sh a l l , in al l ot h e r re s p e c t s , co n f o r m to th e ap p l i c a b l e re g u l a t i o n s of th e di s t r i c t in wh i c h it is l o c a t e d . Pa g e 2 9 5 o f 3 3 5 10 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t ( c o n t . ) An t i c i p a t e d P e r m i t t i n g a n d C o n d i t i o n s o f A p p r o v a l • Ap p l i c a n t an d Pr o p e r t y ow n e r sh a l l ad h e r e to Se c t i o n 35 - 7 7 0 0 (Co n d i t i o n a l Us e Pe r m i t s ), fi l e th e Ci t y Co u n c i l re s o l u t i o n ap p r o v i n g th e co n d i t i o n a l us e fo r th e Su b j e c t Pr o p e r t y wi t h He n n e p i n Co u n t y , an d be su b j e c t to re v o c a t i o n i f c o n d i t i o n s a r e n o t m e t . • An y ex p a n s i o n or al t e r a t i o n of th e pr o p o s e d us e be y o n d wh a t is co n t a i n e d in ap p l i c a t i o n sh a l l re q u i r e an am e n d m e n t t o t h e c o n d i t i o n a l u s e . • Ma x i m u m oc c u p a n c y pe r MN Bu i l d i n g Co d e 10 0 4 . 9 is 10 9 pe r s o n s . In no ca s e sh a l l to t a l nu m b e r of st a f f an d cu s t o m e r s w i t h i n a s s e m b l y o c c u p a n c y s p a c e e x c e e d t h i s n u m b e r . • Ap p l i c a n t sh a l l ob t a i n an y an d al l pe r m i t s / l i c e n s i n g ap p r o v a l s fr o m He n n e p i n Co u n t y He a l t h , St a t e of Mi n n e s o t a , a n d B r o o k l y n C e n t e r p r i o r t o u s e . • Ap p l i c a n t sh a l l ma i n t a i n a Ci t y of Br o o k l y n Ce n t e r li q u o r li c e n s e an d op t i o n a l 2 a. m . li q u o r pe r m i t as is s u e d b y M i n n e s o t a A l o c h o l a n d G a m b l i n g E n f o r c e m e n t D i v i s i o n ( A G E D ) f o r a n y e v e n t s s e r v i n g a l c o h o l . • Ap p l i c a n t s h a l l m a i n t a i n a C i t y o f B r o o k l y n C e n t e r E n t e r t a i n m e n t L i c e n s e . Pa g e 2 9 6 o f 3 3 5 11 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t ( c o n t . ) An t i c i p a t e d P e r m i t t i n g a n d C o n d i t i o n s o f A p p r o v a l • An y mu s i c or so u n d em i s s i o n s sh a l l be co n t a i n e d to th e co n f i n e s of th e te n a n t sp a c e an d sh a l l no t pr o j e c t be y o n d pr o p e r t y l i n e s . • Ex t e r i o r s i t e l i g h t i n g s h a l l b e m a i n t a i n e d a n d k e p t i n o p e r a t i n g c o n d i t i o n p e r S e c t i o n 3 5 - 5 4 0 0 ( Ex t e r i o r L i g h t i n g ). • Ap p l i c a n t sh a l l co o r d i n a t e wi t h Pr o p e r t y Ow n e r to re p a i r / r e p l a c e da m a g e d li g h t po l e lo c a t e d at ea s t en d of Su b j e c t P r o p e r t y b u i l d i n g . • An y ou t s i d e tr a s h di s p o s a l fa c i l i t i e s fo r us e sh a l l be co n t a i n e d wi t h i n an y on - s i t e du m p s t e r s an d no tr a s h / r e c y c l i n g st o r e d o u t s i d e a p p r o v e d c o n t a i n e r s . • We s t an d So u t h dr i v e ai s l e s sh a l l re m a i n fr e e an d cl e a r fo r em e r g e n c y ac c e s s . Mi n i m u m 20 - f o o t wi d e dr i v e ai s l e is re q u i r e d p e r 2 0 2 0 M N F i r e C o d e . • Th e r e sh a l l be no ob s t r u c t i o n s to an y wi n d o w , do o r , fi r e es c a p e , st a i r w a y , or op e n i n g in t e n d e d to pr o v i d e in g r e s s / e g r e s s fo r an y bu i l d i n g st r u c t u r e , ex c e p t si g n s in co m m e r c i a l or in d u s t r i a l zo n e d pr o p e r t i e s lo c a t e d on in s i d e gl a s s po r t i o n of wi n d o w s or do o r s th a t do no t co v e r mo r e th a n 20 % of in d i v i d u a l pa n e . De s i g n a t e d po i n t s of in g r e s s / e g r e s s s h a l l b e k e p t c l e a r o f a n y o b s t r u c t i o n s l i k e t a b l e s / c h a i r s . • Fl a s h i n g o r r o t a t i n g s i g n s , i n c l u d i n g t h o s e l o c a t e d i n d o o r s a n d w h e r e v i s i b l e f r o m p u b l i c s t r e e t s , a r e p r o h i b i t e d . Pa g e 2 9 7 o f 3 3 5 12 Su m m a r y • Pu b l i c he a r i n g no t i c e wa s pu b l i s h e d in th e Su n Po s t on No v e m b e r 27 fo r th e co n d i t i o n a l us e pe r m i t re q u e s t . • Ma i l no t i f i c a t i o n s we r e se n t ou t to ta x p a y e r an d ph y s i c a l pr o p e r t i e s lo c a t e d wi t h i n 35 0 fe e t of th e Su b j e c t P r o p e r t y – n o p u b l i c c o m m e n t s t o d a t e . • Pu b l i c n o t i c e p u b l i s h e d t o C i t y w e b s i t e a n d s e n t o u t w i t h w e e k l y b u l l e t i n ( e m a i l ) . • Ap p l i c a n t re p r e s e n t a t i o n pr e s e n t at De c e m b e r 11 , 20 2 5 Pl a n n i n g Co m m i s s i o n me e t i n g wh e r e Ap p l i c a n t in d i c a t e d d e s i r e t o h o s t e v e n t f u n c t i o n s d u r i n g n o n - r e s t a u r a n t h o u r s a n d b r i n g b a c k v i b r a n c y t o a r e a . • On e me m b e r of th e pu b l i c pr e s e n t at me e t i n g wh o ex p r e s s e d su p p o r t fo r us e as th e y ha v e al w a y s fe l t we l c o m e d i n s p a c e a n d e v e n t s t h e y p r e v i o u s l y a t t e n d e d w e r e w e l l - c o n t r o l l e d . • Pl a n n i n g Co m m i s s i o n e r s in q u i r e d on : ty p e s of ev e n t s , ho w lo n g th e y ha d op e r a t e d fo r , ho w oc c u p a n c y wo u l d be tr a c k e d du r i n g ev e n t s , an d ho w se c u r i t y wo u l d be pr o v i d e d . 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Pa g e 2 9 8 o f 3 3 5 13 Su m m a r y ( C o n t . ) • On e Co m m i s s i o n e r ou t l i n e d ce r t a i n pr o s an d co n s to co n s i d e r fo r al l o w i n g th e us e at th e Su b j e c t Pr o p e r t y : • Pr o s : Su p p o r t of lo c a l bu s i n e s s , an d a co m m u n i t y ne e d , wi t h mi n i m a l ov e r l a p in pa r k i n g de m a n d wi t h o t h e r u s e r s o f t h e s h o p p i n g c e n t e r . • Co n s : Po t e n t i a l co n f l i c t of us e wi t h vi s i o n of Op p o r t u n i t y Si t e Ma s t e r Pl a n , ca p a c i t y an d po l i c i n g is s u e s as se e n at ot h e r ev e n t ve n u e s in th e Ci t y , po t e n t i a l ne g a t i v e im p a c t s to ot h e r te n a n t s in sh o p p i n g c e n t e r a r e a . • Co m m i s s i o n e r n o t e d t h e y w e r e g e n e r a l l y s u p p o r t i v e s o l o n g a s u s e w a s w e l l - m a n a g e d . • Fo l l o w i n g cl o s e of pu b l i c he a r i n g , th e Pl a n n i n g Co m m i s s i o n el e c t e d to re c o m m e n d Ci t y Co u n c i l ap p r o v a l ( 5 - 1 ) f o r P l a n n i n g C o m m i s s i o n A p p l i c a t i o n N o . 2 0 2 5 - 0 0 7 . Pa g e 2 9 9 o f 3 3 5 14 Re q u e s t e d C o u n c i l A c t i o n Mo t i o n to ad o p t a re s o l u t i o n ap p r o v i n g Pl a n n i n g Co m m i s s i o n Ap p l i c a t i o n No . 20 2 5 - 0 0 7 fo r is s u a n c e of a co n d i t i o n a l us e pe r m i t (C U P ) to op e r a t e a mu l t i - u s e ev e n t sp a c e wi t h i n th e ap p r o x i m a t e l y 3, 0 4 0 - s q u a r e fo o t OG A Ma d a m Ki t c h e n re s t a u r a n t lo c a t e d at 60 0 0 Sh i n g l e Cr e e k Pa r k w a y an d wi t h i n th e Sh i n g l e Cr e e k Ce n t e r sh o p p i n g ce n t e r , ba s e d on th e fi n d i n g s of fa c t an d su b m i t t e d ap p l i c a t i o n , an d a s a m e n d e d b y t h e c o n d i t i o n s o f a p p r o v a l i n t h e r e s o l u t i o n . Pa g e 3 0 0 o f 3 3 5 Council Regular Meeting DATE: 1/12/2026 TO: City Council FROM: Krystin Eldridge, Associate Planner THROUGH: Ginny McIntosh, Planning Manager BY: Krystin Eldridge, Associate Planner SUBJECT: Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008 Submitted by Rory Purnell of Melt City Barbering School of Craftsmanship for Issuance of a Conditional Use Permit for a Barber School Located within Humboldt Shopping Center (6800 Humboldt Avenue North) Requested Council Action: - Motion to adopt a resolution approving Planning Commission Application No. 2025- 008 for issuance of a conditional use permit for the Subject Property located at 6800 Humboldt Avenue North for an approximately 1,500-square-foot barber school, based on the findings of fact and submitted application, and as amended by the conditions of approval in the resolution. Background: Rory Purnell of Melt City Barbering School of Craftsmanship (“the Applicant”) is requesting review and consideration of a proposal to open a barber school in a space formerly occupied by Handz-On Barber and Beauty in the Humboldt Shopping Center at 6800 Humboldt Avenue North ("the Subject Property"). The space is approximately 1,500-square feet and the Applicant proposes the installation of 16 barber chairs, 8 sinks, two (2) washing bowl stations, an additional bathroom, a separate classroom space, and a dedicated waiting area. Upon review of the proposal, it was determined the Applicant will require issuance of a conditional use permit (CUP) assuming a most similar use of “nonresidential educational uses including Area Learning Centers (ALC), post-secondary schools, business schools, trade schools and the like, but excluding public and private elementary and secondary schools” in the Neighborhood Mixed-Use (MX-N2) zoning district where the Subject Property is located. A public hearing notice for the conditional use permit request was published in the Brooklyn Center Sun Post on November 27, 2025. Notifications were mailed to those physical addresses and property owners located within 350 feet of the Subject Property, and a copy of the public hearing notice was published to the City of Brooklyn Center website. A link to the public hearing notice was also published on the City’s website and sent out by email to subscribers of the City’s weekly events bulletin. Conditional use permits, as outlined under Section 35-7700, are those uses which have been identified, because of their nature, operation, location, special requirements or characteristics, and that may only be allowed in a particular zoning district after Page 301 of 335 submittal of an application, review, and recommendation by the Planning Commission, and approval by the City Council. The conditional use permit process regulates: the location, magnitude, and design of conditional uses consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and the regulations, purposes, and procedures of this Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). Any violation of a conditional use permit, or applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations, may be grounds for revocation under Section 35-7707 (Revocation) of the City Code. A public hearing was held at the Planning Commission meeting on December 11, 2025, where commissioners heard from the Applicant regarding their intent to operate a barber school and outlined the proposed business operations, personal background, and what services would be offered. The Commissioners engaged in discussion with the Applicant regarding the barbering industry in Minnesota, and the process to become a licensed barber. Additional questions surrounded the proposed schedule for students, number of instructors, and the Applicant's hours of operations for personal clientele. Ultimately, the Planning Commission approved Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008 unanimously (6-0) for issuance of a conditional use permit for an approximately 1,500-square foot barber shop at 6800 Humboldt Avenue North, subject to the Applicant complying with the conditions as outlined in the Planning Commission Report dated December 11, 2025, and the included resolution. Budget Issues: None to consider at this time. Inclusive Community Engagement: Antiracist/Equity Policy Effect: Strategic Priorities and Values: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Staff Report and Exhibits - Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008 2. City Council Resolution - Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008 3. PowerPoint Presentation - Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008 Page 302 of 335 App. No. 2025-008 PC 12/11/2025 Page 1 Planning Commission Report Meeting Date: December 11, 2025 Application No. 2025-008 Applicant | Property Owner: Melt City Barbering School of Craftmanship (MBSC)| Thomas C Kite Location: 6800 Humboldt Avenue North—Humboldt Shopping Center Requests: Conditional Use Permit Map 1. Subject Property Location. Requested Action Rory Purnell of Melt City Barbering School of Craftmanship (“the Applicant”) is requesting review and consideration of a proposal to open a barber school in the former space occupied by Handz-On Barber and Beauty in the far south corner of Humboldt Shopping Center. The space is approximately 1,500-square in size and the Applicant proposes the installation of 16 barber chairs, 8 sinks, two (2) washing bowl stations, an additional bathroom, a separate classroom space, and a dedicated waiting area. Upon review of the proposal, it was determined that the Applicant will require approval of a conditional use permit (CUP) assuming a most similar use of “nonresidential educational uses including Area Learning • Application Filed: 11/19/2025 • Review Period (60-day) Deadline: 01/18/2026 • Extension Declared: No • Extended Review Period Deadline: Page 303 of 335 App. No. 2025-008 PC 12/11/2025 Page 2 Centers (ALC), post-secondary schools, business schools, trade schools and the like, but excluding public and private elementary and secondary schools” in the Neighborhood Mixed-Use (MX-N2) zoning district. A public hearing notice for the conditional use permit request was published in the Brooklyn Center Sun Post on November 27, 2025—refer to Exhibit B. Notifications were mailed to those physical addresses and property owners located within 350 feet of the Subject Property, and a copy of the public hearing notice was published to the City of Brooklyn Center website. A link to the public hearing notice was also published on the City’s website and sent out by email to subscribers of the City’s weekly events bulletin. Site Data: 2040 Land Use Plan: Neighborhood Mixed-Use (N-MU) Neighborhood: Firehouse Current Zoning: Neighborhood Mixed-Use 2 (MX-N2) District Site Area: Approximately 4.1 acres (Entire Humboldt Shopping Center Site) Surrounding Area: Direction 2040 Land Use Plan Zoning Existing Land Use North Neighborhood Mixed Use (N-MU) |High Density Residential (HDR) MX-N2 (Neighborhood Mixed-Use 2) | MX-N1 (Neighborhood Mixed-Use 1) |R5 (High Density Residential) Institutional | Apartments South Neighborhood Mixed Use (N-MU) R5 (High Density Residential) Apartments East Medium Density Residential (MDR) R3 (Medium Density Residential) Two or Three Family, Townhome West Neighborhood Mixed Use (N-MU) |Medium Density Residential (MDR) MX-N2 (Neighborhood Mixed-Use 2) | MX-N1 (Neighborhood Mixed-Use 1) |R5 (High Density Residential) Commercial| Apartments | Two or Three Family, Townhome Background Rory Purnell (the “Applicant”) is a Master Barber that offers vocational training, has barbered for 20 years, and obtained his Instructors License in 2019 from the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners. The Applicant has been searching for a unit to lease for the barber school for at least a year in Brooklyn Center. Mr. Purnell originally approached City staff in October 2024 after having a conversation with Frank Gatlin, the developer for Shingle Creek Crossing, to lease a space in that shopping center; however, he was informed educational uses are not permitted in the Shingle Creek Crossing Planned Unit Development (PUD). The Applicant continued the search for a space with compatible zoning and continued conversations with Community Development staff. The Applicant worked with a business advisor with Elevate Hennepin to submit an architectural rendering and a Planning Commission application to the City for 6800 Humboldt Avenue North. City staff explained he would require approval of a conditional use permit (CUP) to proceed with the barber school. Barber shops are considered a Personal Service in the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO); however, educational uses (e.g. beauty/barber schools) are considered conditional uses in the Neighborhood Mixed Use (MX-N2) district where the Subject Property is located. Melt City Barbering School of Craftmanship (MBSC) intends to mainly offer classroom instruction, barber Page 304 of 335 App. No. 2025-008 PC 12/11/2025 Page 3 training, and supervised grooming services to the public. The Applicant intends to serve the community and work with underserved populations. Image 1. Existing Conditions at 6800 Humboldt Avenue North. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Image 2. Proposed Layout of Melt City Barbering School of Craftmanship. Waiting Area Page 305 of 335 App. No. 2025-008 PC 12/11/2025 Page 4 The Applicant provided City staff with an interior floor plan, which identifies the approximately 1,500- square foot space. There is a small entry with waiting chairs and a desk with a privacy wall separating the training space from the entry. The rest of the unit is primarily proposed for formal instruction with 16 barber training chairs with vanities and 8 wash sinks. The classroom is a separate area with 18 desks and chairs. The unit originally had one bathroom; however, an additional bathroom will be installed with ADA dimensions. A washer and dryer will also be installed at the back of the unit for the laundering of towels, etc. Parking and Lighting Humboldt Shopping Center is a traditional strip mall, mostly comprised of restaurants and general retail store traffic, with the exception of New Horizon Academy, who intends to relocate in 2026. The shopping center does not have a high traffic demand in the current iteration, and it was initially developed with an ample amount of parking spaces when it was approved in 1973. Currently, many of the restaurants do food delivery services like DoorDash, so parking is generally brief and transient in nature. The UDO does not have a standard parking calculation for “nonresidential educational uses, business schools, trade schools or Alternative Learning Centers (ALCs) and the like” so City staff has historically reviewed applications on a case-by-case basis, although the majority of the City’s education uses are for K-12 institutions. The Applicant intends to have at the maximum capacity of 16 students and 1 instructor. The proposed barber school proposes the operating hours of 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Formal instruction is from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. with the hours of 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. set aside for students to cut hair with the general public under instructor supervision. The Applicant’s outlined hours of operation are as follows: o Tuesday to Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM o Instruction Time : 8:30 AM – 10 :00 AM o Student training time 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM o Shop open for the instructor personal clients: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM In consideration of the Subject Property’s location, the City’s UDO provides a calculation for multi-tenant retail centers, where no additional parking spaces beyond those allowed in the retail formula shall be required of restaurant uses, which altogether do not occupy more than 15% of the gross floor area of the center. In those instances where “Eating and Drinking” establishments exceed 15% of the gross floor area, the parking formula shall apply proportionately to the seats and employees occupying space in the center. The parking calculation under the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) for multi-tenant retail centers is calculated based on the entire shopping center, which is approximately 40,000 square feet. It was originally approved with 280 parking spaces per Planning Commission Application No. 72032; however, it appears to have 268 on-site parking stalls as of today. Had the Humboldt Shopping Center been constructed today under the current Unified Development Ordinance, the site would’ve required a maximum of 160 on-site parking spaces. For conditional use permits, City staff asked the Applicant to address noise mitigation and traffic flow considerations with City staff to review overall compatibility with surrounding uses. Melt City’s greatest traffic flow is during the day, business is conducted indoors, and the Applicant intends to minimize any disturbances to nearby businesses and residents. The proposed barber school will likely improve foot traffic for all other businesses within the area and fill the vacancy of the former Handz on Beauty and Page 306 of 335 App. No. 2025-008 PC 12/11/2025 Page 5 Barber. The Subject Property has two lighted poles over the parking lot nearest the tenant space and a wall fixture on the rear wall of the unit. City Staff is not aware of the lighting issues at night for the shopping center; however, if any site lighting, including poles and wall fixtures, are inoperable, they would require repair or replacement to comply with City Code requirements outlined under Section 35-5400 (Exterior Lighting). City staff suggest coordinating with the Property Owner regarding any specific lighting and parking lot safety needs. Conditional use permits, as outlined under Section 35-7700, are those uses which have been identified, because of their nature, operation, location, special requirements or characteristics, and may only be allowed in a particular zoning district after submittal of an application, review, and recommendation by the Planning Commission, and approval by the City Council. The conditional use permit process regulates: the location, magnitude, and design of conditional uses consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and the regulations, purposes, and procedures of this Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). A conditional use permit may not be granted by the City Council unless the following criteria have been satisfied (Note: Applicant responses are derived from the business narrative documentation submitted— refer to Exhibit A): a. The conditional use will be in accordance with the general objectives, or with any specific objective, of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and this UDO. Applicant Response: The proposed use aligns with the City of Brooklyn Center’s Comprehensive Plan, which encourages local workforce development, vocational training, and business diversity. MBSC supports these goals by: • Providing career-ready training in a skilled trade that offers sustainable employment opportunities. • Promoting inclusive education for residents of all backgrounds, supporting the city’s equity and community development initiatives. • Encouraging local entrepreneurship, as many graduates pursue independent business ownership within the region. The use is consistent with the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), as vocational schools and personal service institutions are conditionally permitted in the district, provided they contribute to economic vitality and community well-being; both of which are core to MBSC’s mission. City Staff Response: The Subject Property is located within the City’s Neighborhood Mixed-Use (MX-N2) District and is future guided as Neighborhood Mixed-Use (N-MU) under the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan. This zoning district and future land use designation are brand new to the City as of 2023 and 2019, respectively. The use, as proposed, is permitted within this district as a conditional use per Section 35- 4103 (Allowed Use Table). The Neighborhood Mixed-Use Future Land Use Designation under the 2040 Comprehensive Plan is guided to allow for a mix of residential, retail, and commercial/office uses, and is intended to provide neighborhood scale retail, service, and commercial uses. The 2040 Comprehensive Plan expands the City’s Page 307 of 335 App. No. 2025-008 PC 12/11/2025 Page 6 previous vision for a City Center, to a “central spine” of the community, where the community can focus on creating a walkable, transit connected, and experience-based places that moves the City forward and offers new opportunities to existing and future residents. As part of that, there is this idea that the community will thrive with a more integrated land use pattern that includes areas like the Neighborhood Mixed-Use land use designation where the Subject Property is located. The 2040 Plan identifies several key nodes where neighborhood residents are better able to conveniently access local corner stores or restaurants to pick up dinner, and provide local services, restaurants, and retail opportunities in neighborhood locations. Additionally, the 2040 Plan has three major principles, one of which includes the integration of neighborhood-based services into existing neighborhoods. City staff believe the addition of a trade school/service-based business into the district advances that goal. b. The establishment, maintenance, or operation of the conditional use will promote and enhance the general public welfare and will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, morals or comfort. Applicant Response: MBSC’s establishment and operation directly enhances public welfare by offering a structured educational environment that reduces recidivism, builds professional confidence, and creates pathways to stable employment. The training curriculum emphasizes professional conduct, health and sanitation standards, and customer service, ensuring both students and clients engage in a safe, regulated environment. The school’s operations will not endanger public health or safety, as all services adhere to Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners’ regulations. The facility will be equipped with proper sanitation stations, ventilation systems, and safety protocols, meeting all state and local building codes. City Staff Response: Unlike the broader Twin Cities region, in which the population continues to age, Brooklyn Center’s population grew younger between 2000 and 2010. This is due to an increase in the number of people aged 25 to 34, many of which were starting families and having children. The 2040 Comprehensive Plan noted the median age of residents as 32.8 (2016), the 2020 US Census identified a median age of 32.4 in Brooklyn Center but the median age in Minnesota is 39. Approximately 30% of Brooklyn Center’s residents are under the age of 18. Given the prevalence of youth in the City of Brooklyn Center, which is further reflected through vocational training programs provided by BrookLynk and the Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth (BBAY), City staff sees the desire and demand for additional vocational training opportunities. Skill building for city and neighboring residents and the provision of vocational and business school integration into our commercial districts should be a use that is welcomed. City Staff requests the Applicant’s adherence to any safety or public health concerns via the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners, and the Applicant will need to work with the City’s Building Official and any other regulatory agencies to obtain any permits and inspections prior to activating the use. c. The conditional use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property in the immediate vicinity for the purposes already permitted, nor substantially diminish and impair property values within the neighborhood. Page 308 of 335 App. No. 2025-008 PC 12/11/2025 Page 7 Applicant Response: The proposed school and barbershop will complement neighboring uses and will not detract from the use or enjoyment of surrounding properties. The facility’s design and operations will maintain a professional, clean, and quiet environment. The school operates primarily during daytime and early evening hours, minimizing disturbance to nearby residences or businesses. Because the barbering services are conducted indoors, there is no excessive noise, odor, or visual impacts. MBSC’s modern, welcoming design will enhance the district’s aesthetic and may even increase local foot traffic, supporting nearby small businesses. City Staff Response: The Subject Property is adjacent to O Wow Beauty Supply, Value Foods (the largest tenant in the shopping center), and residential properties on all other sides. The purpose of the MX-N2 (Neighborhood Mixed- Use) district is to accommodate small-scale, mixed-use neighborhood activity centers with comfortable gathering places, located and scaled to provide minor/convenience services near low density residential neighborhoods, but able to coexist and not impose adverse impacts to surrounding properties. In reflecting on previous users at the Humboldt Shopping Center, there have been users that have likely had greater impacts on neighboring uses and properties than the proposed barber school. As an example, the Subject Property had several amusement centers proposed in the 1970s. Prior tenants such as Pizza Factory with an amusement center and Snacks N’ Nicks and Nacks were both approved under a Special Use Permit process. In reviewing records, the tenants provided games like air hockey, pocket billiards, and foosball and were approved to stay open as late as 12:30 A.M. The proposed barber school would operate no later than 8 p.m. for clients of the Applicant, with students leaving for the day by around 5:30 p.m. d. The establishment of the conditional use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding property for uses permitted in the district. Applicant Response: The establishment of MBSC will not impede the normal and orderly development of surrounding properties. On the contrary, it contributes to community revitalization by: • Activating commercial space with educational and service-oriented use. • Attract students and clients who will patronize other local businesses. • Encouraging continued development in alignment with Brooklyn Center’s goals for economic opportunity and inclusion. The school’s presence aligns with long-term plans for mixed-use and commercial vitality in the district. City Staff Response: There is currently a Capital Investment Program (CIP) project anticipated to begin in 2027 for the section of Humboldt Avenue North running adjacent to the Subject Property. The City is in its late stages of design and alterations for pedestrian enhancements and roadway improvements. City Staff requests the Applicant or Property Owner prepare any concerns (if any) to our Public Works Department regarding those upcoming changes in early 2026. As part of the project, the number of lanes will be reduced from two (2) lanes to one (1) in both directions, and improvements for pedestrian safety and comfort will be installed. The City has also been in discussions with the owner of 1500 and 1510 69th Avenue North for a mixed-use redevelopment. Although there are potential opportunities for redevelopment along Humboldt Avenue North, it is not anticipated that the establishment of the conditional use will impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding property for uses permitted in this district. Page 309 of 335 App. No. 2025-008 PC 12/11/2025 Page 8 Given the age of the strip mall, it is hoped the Property Owner might be amenable to façade improvements and general capital investment (e.g. parking lot) assuming a lease up of tenant spaces in the near future. e. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to provide ingress, egress, and parking so designed as to minimize traffic congestion in the public streets. Applicant Response: Adequate ingress and egress will be provided through designated parking areas accessible from adjacent public streets. The facility layout ensures safe pedestrian and vehicle circulation, minimizing congestion, and ensuring compliance with ADA accessibility standards. MBSC anticipates a modest number of daily visitors, consisting mainly of enrolled students, instructors, and a limited number of walk-in clients for supervised haircuts. Staggered scheduling of appointments and classes will prevent parking overflow and reduce traffic impact. City Staff Response: The Subject Property has approximately 268 on-site parking spaces. At this time, and given the vacancies within the shopping center, most customers utilize the front rows of parking immediately in front of the respective tenant spaces. The shopping center is served by two full access curb cuts, which are located at the northernmost and southernmost ends of the property, and there is access for deliveries and garbage pick-up via a drive lane running along the east side of the shopping center. This drive lane provides egress directly to 69th Avenue North. The Subject Property is on the corner of the strip mall with direct access to the rear of the property. City staff requests to keep the corner clear of any cars to ensure emergency access and for proper trash collection for all the tenants. City staff also request any trash receptables utilized by the Applicant remain behind the building and out of public view. City staff do not anticipate excessive amounts of traffic or traffic congestion in city streets given the size of the overall tenant space and maximum seating arrangement (17 student seats plus 1 instructor). Depending on the Applicant’s customer base, there may be the opportunity to generate business from neighboring residents and businesses that are within walking distance. The site is convenient to portions of Brooklyn Park, as well as major highways (i.e. TH 252, Interstates 94/694, TH 100). f. Impacts such as noise, hours of activity, and exterior lighting have been sufficiently addressed to mitigate negative impacts on nearby uses. Applicant Response: MBSC’s operations have a low impact to the surrounding properties in nature. The facility will maintain the following measures to mitigate potential impacts: • Hours of Operation: Tuesday – Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. • Noise Control: All instructional and barbering activities occur indoors; no amplified music or outdoor operations will occur. • Lighting: Exterior lighting will be designed to enhance visibility and safety while avoiding glare or light spillover onto adjacent properties. These measures ensure the school’s presence is harmonious with nearby uses and residential areas. City Staff Response: City staff does not have major concerns with respect to excessive noise given the use and intended hours of operation. As always, commercial properties located within the City of Brooklyn Page 310 of 335 App. No. 2025-008 PC 12/11/2025 Page 9 Center shall comply with the lighting provisions as outlined under Section 35-5400 (Exterior Lighting). Should lighting fail to comply, the Property Owner would be subject to potential code enforcement action. As the proposed conditional use is located within an existing shopping center, there are no proposed improvements or replacements of lighting at this time. g. The conditional use shall, in all other respects, conform to the applicable regulations of the district in which it is located. Applicant Response: The proposed conditional use will conform to all applicable regulations of the zoning district, including building occupancy, signage, parking ratios, and health and safety codes. MBSC will obtain all required state licenses and city permits prior to operation. The school’s facility will feature a fully equipped barbershop, classrooms, and administrative office, all designed to meet educational standards and local building requirements. Continuous compliance with municipal codes and regular inspection protocols will be integral to our operations. City Staff Response: City staff will continue to work with the Applicant pending approval of the requested conditional use permit to ensure compliance given the use and location of the use. As is the case with any other property in the City of Brooklyn Center, should any business operations, nuisance, or property complaints arise, the City would address these through the typical channels (e.g. code enforcement, police). Building Official Review Assuming approval of the requested conditional use permit, the Applicant would need to coordinate with the Building Official to submit a building permit application, review architectural plans, make revisions as necessary, obtain Hennepin County Health Department, and obtain any necessary State plumbing approvals. The Applicant would also need to submit a Metropolitan Council SAC (Sewer Availability Charge) Determination form prior to the issuance of any permits. ANTICIPATED PERMITTING AND CONDITIONS Following a review of the submittal materials and the request, City staff recommend the following conditions be attached to any positive recommendation on the approval of Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008 for the Subject Property located at 6800 Humboldt Avenue North and approval of a conditional use permit for Applicant Melt City Barbering School of Craftmanship for “Nonresidential educational uses including Area Learning Centers (ALC), post-secondary schools, business schools, trade schools and the like, but excluding public and private elementary and secondary schools”: 1. The Applicant and Property Owner shall adhere to the provisions as outlined under Section 35- 7700 (Conditional Use Permit), and shall coordinate with City staff to file a copy of the City Council resolution approving the requested conditional use permit, along with a legal description of the Subject Property for which the permit was issued, and list of any conditions set forth by City Council as a condition of said conditional use permit. A certified copy shall be recorded by the Applicant with the Hennepin County Recorder-Registrar of Titles within 60 days of approval of said resolution. a. Issuance of a conditional use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. Any violation thereof may be grounds for revocation under Section 35-7707 (Revocation) of the City Code. Any expansion or alteration of the proposed use beyond that contained in the application shall require an amendment to the conditional use. Page 311 of 335 App. No. 2025-008 PC 12/11/2025 Page 10 2. The Applicant shall obtain and maintain any and all permit and/or licensing approvals from Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners, Hennepin County Health Department, the City of Brooklyn Center, and any other agencies prior to use. 3. The Applicant shall submit a Sign Permit Application for any proposed signage (e.g., wall, freestanding) and receive issuance of a permit prior to any installation. All signage shall conform to City requirements. Sign contractors must have a Brooklyn Center Sign Hangers License before installation. a. Signs that obstruct any window, door, fire escape, stairway, or opening intended to provide ingress or egress for any building structure, except for signs in commercial or industrial zoned properties located on the inside glass portion of windows or doors that do not cover more than 20% of any individual pane of glass, are prohibited. b. Flashing or rotating signs, including those located indoors and where visible from public streets, are prohibited. RECOMMENDATION City staff recommend the Planning Commission recommend City Council approval of Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008 for approval of a conditional use permit (CUP) for the Subject Property located at 6800 Humboldt Ave North to Melt City Barbering School of Craftmanship (MBSC) for “Nonresidential educational uses including Area Learning Centers (ALC), post-secondary schools, business schools, trade schools and the like, but excluding public and private elementary and secondary schools,” based on the findings of fact, and per the outlined conditions of approval. ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A – Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008 Plans and Documents, submitted November 11, 2025. Exhibit B – Public Hearing Notice, submitted for publication in the Brooklyn Center Sun Post, and dated November 27, 2025. Exhibit C – Review Memorandum, prepared by Building Official Dan Grinsteinner, dated December 10, 2025. Page 312 of 335 Conditional Use Permit Narrative Melt City Barbering School of Craftsmanship (MBSC) Proposed Location: Humboldt Square, 6800 North Humboldt Ave, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota Introduction Melt City Barbering School of Craftsmanship (MBSC), founded by master barber and community activist Rory Purnell, is a vocational training institution dedicated to transforming lives through the art and craft of barbering. Although MBSC is newly established, Rory Purnell has successfully operated a barber shop in Minneapolis and been in his craft for over 20 years. Throughout his experience he has and continue to provide comprehensive barbering education and hands-on experience to individuals seeking new opportunities particularly those underserved by traditional education systems, including ex-convicts and individuals facing barriers to employment. The proposed relocation and operation of MBSC in Brooklyn Center will allow the school to expand its reach, increase access to vocational education, and contribute positively to the community’s economic and social fabric. The school’s operations include classroom instruction, practical barber training, and supervised grooming services for the public. a. Consistency with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and UDO The proposed use aligns with the City of Brooklyn Center’s Comprehensive Plan, which encourages local workforce development, vocational training, and business diversity. MBSC supports these goals by: •Providing career-ready training in a skilled trade that offers sustainable employment opportunities. •Promoting inclusive education for residents of all backgrounds, supporting the city’s equity and community development initiatives. •Encouraging local entrepreneurship, as many graduates pursue independent business ownership within the region. The use is consistent with th e Urban Development Ordinance (UDO), as vocational schools and personal service institutions are conditionally permitted in the district, provided they contribute to economic vitality and community well-being; both of which are core to MBSC’s mission. Exhibit A Page 313 of 335 b. Promotion of Public Welfare and Safety MBSC’s establishment and operation directly enhances public welfare by offering a structured educational environment that reduces recidivism, builds professional confidence, and creates pathways to stable employment. The training curriculum emphasizes professional conduct, health and sanitation standards, and customer service, ensuring both students and clients engage in a safe, regulated environment. The school’s operations will not endanger public health or safety, as all services adhere to Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners’ regulations. The facility will be equipped with proper sanitation stations, ventilation systems, and safety protocols, meeting all state and local building codes. c. Compatibility with Adjacent Properties The proposed school and barbershop will complement neighboring uses and will not detract from the use or enjoyment of surrounding properties. The facility’s design and operations will maintain a professional, clean, and quiet environment. The school operates primarily during daytime and early evening hours, minimizing disturbance to nearby residences or businesses. Because the barbering services are conducted indoors, there is no excessive noise, odor, or visual impacts. MBSC’s modern, welcoming design will enhance the district’s aesthetic and may even increase local foot traffic, supporting nearby small businesses. d. Compatibility with Future Development The establishment of MBSC will not impede the normal and orderly development of surrounding properties. On the contrary, it contributes to community revitalization by: •Activating commercial space with educational and service-oriented use. •Attract students and clients who will patronize other local businesses. •Encouraging continued development in alignment with Brooklyn Center’s goals for economic opportunity and inclusion. Page 314 of 335 The school’s presence aligns with long-term plans for mixed-use and commercial vitality in the district. e. Ingress, Egress, and Parking Adequate ingress and egress will be provided through designated parking areas accessible from adjacent public streets. The facility layout ensures safe pedestrian and vehicle circulation, minimizing congestion, and ensuring compliance with ADA accessibility standards. MBSC anticipates a modest number of daily visitors, consisting mainly of enrolled students, instructors, and a limited number of walk-in clients for supervised haircuts. Staggered scheduling of appointments and classes will prevent parking overflow and reduce traffic impact. f. Noise, Hours of Activity, and Exterior Lighting MBSC’s operations are low impact in nature. The facility will maintain the following measures to mitigate potential impacts: •Hours of Operation: Tuesday–Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. •Noise Control: All instructional and barbering activities occur indoors; no amplified music or outdoor operations will occur. •Lighting: Exterior lighting will be designed to enhance visibility and safety while avoiding glare or light spillover onto adjacent properties. These measures ensure the school’s presence is harmonious with nearby uses and residential areas. g. Compliance with District Regulations The proposed conditional use will conform to all applicable regulations of the zoning district, including building occupancy, signage, parking ratios, and health and safety codes. MBSC will obtain all required state licenses and city permits prior to operation. The school’s facility will feature a fully equipped barbershop, classrooms, and administrative office, all designed to meet educational standards and local building requirements. Continuous Page 315 of 335 compliance with municipal codes and regular inspection protocols will be integral to our operations. Conclusion and Motivation for Use Melt City Barbering School of Craftsmanship is motivated by a commitment to empower individuals through skilled trades, provide accessible education, and uplift the Brooklyn Center community through training and employment. By bridging education, entrepreneurship, and community engagement, MBSC fulfills the City’s goals for sustainable economic development and social inclusion. The proposed conditional use will not only operate responsibly within the district but also bring tangible benefits creating local jobs, providing affordable grooming services, and offering a second chance to those seeking to rebuild their lives. MBSC is h onored to partner with the City of Brooklyn Center in advancing its mission of opportunity, craftsmanship, and community pride. Page 316 of 335 Page 317 of 335 Pa g e 3 1 8 o f 3 3 5 City of brooklyn center NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Details for City of brooklyn center NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Nov 27, 2025 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Please take notice that the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center will hold an in-person public hearing on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at approximately 7:00 p.m. Meeting materials can be accessed by visiting the City of Brooklyn Center's website at: https://www.brooklyncentermn.gov/. A definite time for this application to be considered cannot be given as it will depend on the progression of the agenda items. TYPE OF REQUEST: Conditional Use Permit APPLICANT -- PROPERTY OWNER: Rory Purnell (Melt City Barber School) -- Thomas C Kite PROPERTY ADDRESS -- PID: 6800 Humboldt Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -- 36-119-21-22-0047 BRIEF STATEMENT OF CONTENTS OF PETITION: The Applicant is proposing to open an approximately 1,500-square foot barber school in the Humboldt Shopping Center. Upon review of the proposal, it was determined that the Applicant will require approval of a conditional use permit. Comments and questions may be forwarded to gmcintosh@brooklyncentermn.gov up until 4:30 pm on the day of the meeting, or by contacting Ginny McIntosh at (763) 569-3319. Your comments will be included in the record and addressed as part of the meeting. Alternatively, you may participate in the Planning Commission meeting via Webex at: logis.webex.com Meeting Number (Access Code): 2631 801 5656 Password: BCPC012112025 By Phone: 1 (312) 535-8110 (Enter Access Code) Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available upon request at least 96 Save Share Exhibit B Page 319 of 335 hours in advance. Please contact the City Clerk at (763) 569-3300 to make arrangements. Respectfully, Ginny McIntosh Planning Manager Published in the Sun Post November 27, 2025 1504350 Learn more about your privacy options Page 320 of 335 City of Brooklyn Center | 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy | Brooklyn Center, MN 55430-2199 | (763) 569-3300 | www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org Community Development 763-569-3300 December 10, 2025 6800 Humboldt Ave Melt City Barber School Building review comments for newly proposed Barber School to be located at 6800 Humboldt Ave. 1.Prior to a Building permit being issued. A SAC determination for the new Tenant remodel will need to be done by MET Council and SAC determination letter received. 2. Separate permits and signed plans required for Building, Mechanical, Plumbing (Plans will need to be submitted to the Department of Labor and Industry Plumbing Plan Review Department for review) Electrical & Sprinkler. The Community Development department must be contacted on all proposed signage for this building. Permits are required for all exterior signage. 3.Building plans to be submitted to the City Building Department for review. If any items need to be addressed, comments will be provided in a plan review letter addressed to the architect of record. Sincerely, Dan Grinsteinner Building Official City of Brooklyn Center 763-569-3313 Exhibit C Page 321 of 335 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2025-008 FOR ISSUANCE OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AN APPROXIMATELY 1,500-SQUARE FOOT BARBER SCHOOL WITHIN THE HUMBOLDT SHOPPING CENTER (LOCATED AT 6800 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH) WHEREAS, Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008, submitted by Rory Purnell of Melt City Barbering School of Craftmanship (“the Applicant”), requests review and consideration of an application requesting issuance of a conditional use permit to operate an approximately 1,500-square foot barber school at 6800 Humboldt Avenue North in the Humboldt Shopping Center (“the Subject Property”), as legally described in Exhibit A attached hereto; and WHEREAS, the Subject Property is situated in the City’s Neighborhood Mixed-Use 2 (MX-N2) District, where barber schools are considered “nonresidential educational uses including Area Learning Centers (ALC), post-secondary schools, trade schools and the like, but excluding public and private elementary and secondary schools” as outlined under Section 35-4103 (Allowed Use Table) of the City’s Unified Development Ordinance, and are considered conditional uses in the MX-N2 District where the Subject Property is located; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota held a duly noticed and called public hearing on December 11, 2025, whereby a planning staff report and materials were presented and public testimony regarding the requested conditional use permit was received; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota considered the conditional use permit request in light of all testimony received, the guidelines and standards for evaluating the conditional use permit contained in Section 35-7700 (Conditional Use Permit) of the City’s Unified Development Ordinance, the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan, as well as information provided by the Applicant with respect to the proposed use’s operations, and the request generally satisfies the criteria as outlined within the above Sections; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds as follows regarding Planning Commission Application No. 2025-008, submitted by Rory Purnell of Melt City Barbering School of Craftmanship: a) The conditional use, as proposed, will be in accordance with the general objectives of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and the City’s Unified Development Ordinance; b) The establishment, maintenance, or operation of the conditional use will promote or enhance the general public welfare and will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, morals, or comfort; c) The conditional use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other Page 322 of 335 RESOLUTION NO. property in the immediate vicinity for the purposes already permitted, nor substantially diminish and impair property values within the neighborhood; d) The establishment of the conditional use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding property for uses permitted in the district; e) Adequate measures have been taken to provide ingress, egress, and parking so designated as to minimize traffic congestion in the public streets; f) Impacts such as noise, hours of activity, and exterior light have been sufficiently addressed to mitigate impacts on nearby uses; and g) The conditional use will conform to the applicable regulations of the district in which it is located. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota that it hereby approves Planning Commission Application No. 2025- 008 for the requested issuance of a conditional use permit to operate an approximately 1,500-square foot barber school located at 6800 Humboldt Avenue North within the Humboldt Shopping Center, and conditioned on compliance with all of the following: 1. The Applicant and Property Owner shall adhere to the provisions as outlined under Section 35- 7700 (Conditional Use Permit), and shall coordinate with City staff to file a copy of the City Council resolution approving the requested conditional use permit, along with a legal description of the Subject Property for which the permit was issued, and list of any conditions set forth by City Council as a condition of said conditional use permit. A certified copy shall be recorded by the Applicant with the Hennepin County Recorder-Registrar of Titles within 60 days of approval of said resolution. a. Issuance of a conditional use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. Any violation thereof may be grounds for revocation under Section 35-7707 (Revocation) of the City Code. Any expansion or alteration of the proposed use beyond that contained in the application shall require an amendment to the conditional use. 2. The Applicant shall obtain and maintain any and all permit and/or licensing approvals from Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners, Hennepin County Health Department, the City of Brooklyn Center, and any other agencies prior to use. 3. The Applicant shall submit a Sign Permit Application for any proposed signage (e.g., wall, freestanding) and receive issuance of a permit prior to any installation. All signage shall conform to City requirements. Sign contractors must have a Brooklyn Center Sign Hangers License before installation. a. Signs that obstruct any window, door, fire escape, stairway, or opening intended to provide ingress or egress for any building structure, except for signs in commercial or industrial zoned properties located on the inside glass portion of windows or doors that do not cover more than 20% of any individual pane of glass, are prohibited. Page 323 of 335 RESOLUTION NO. b. Flashing or rotating signs, including those located indoors and where visible from public streets, are prohibited. January 12, 2026 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 324 of 335 EXHIBIT A Legal Description of Subject Property Tracts A, B and C, Registered Land Survey No. 1312, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Property ID: 36-119-21-22-0047 Page 325 of 335 Ci t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g | J a n u a r y 1 2 , 2 0 2 6 Kr y s t i n E l d r i d g e , A s s o c i a t e P l a n n e r R E Q U E S T : Me l t C i t y B a r b e r i n g S c h o o l o f C r a f t m a n s h i p Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t Pa g e 3 2 6 o f 3 3 5 2 Re q u e s t e d A c t i o n Ro r y Pu r n e l l of Me l t Ci t y Ba r b e r i n g Sc h o o l of Cr a f t m a n s h i p (“ t h e Ap p l i c a n t ” ) is re q u e s t i n g re v i e w an d co n s i d e r a t i o n of a pr o p o s a l to op e n a ba r b e r sc h o o l in Hu m b o l d t Sh o p p i n g Ce n t e r . Th e Ap p l i c a n t wi l l re q u i r e ap p r o v a l of a co n d i t i o n a l us e pe r m i t (C U P ) as s u m i n g a mo s t si m i l a r us e of “n o n r e s i d e n t i a l ed u c a t i o n a l us e s in c l u d i n g Ar e a Le a r n i n g Ce n t e r s (A L C ) , po s t - s e c o n d a r y sc h o o l s , bu s i n e s s sc h o o l s , tr a d e sc h o o l s an d th e li k e , bu t ex c l u d i n g pu b l i c an d pr i v a t e el e m e n t a r y an d se c o n d a r y sc h o o l s ” in th e Ne i g h b o r h o o d M i x e d - U s e ( M X - N 2 ) z o n i n g d i s t r i c t . • Th o m a s K i t e ( O w n e r ) , p u r c h a s e d t h e p r o p e r t y i n 2 0 2 1 • Su b j e c t P r o p e r t y ( A c r e s ) : 4 . 1 — E n t i r e H u m b o l d t S h o p p i n g C e n t e r p r o p e r t y • Zo n i n g D i s t r i c t : Ne i g h b o r h o o d M i x e d U s e 2 ( M X - N 2 ) D i s t r i c t • 20 4 0 C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n F u t u r e L a n d U s e D e s i g n a t i o n : Ne i g h b o r h o o d M i x e d U s e ( N - M U ) Pa g e 3 2 7 o f 3 3 5 3 Pa g e 3 2 8 o f 3 3 5 4 Ba c k g r o u n d • Ro r y Pu r n e l l (t h e “A p p l i c a n t ” ) is a Ma s t e r Ba r b e r th a t of f e r s vo c a t i o n a l tr a i n i n g , ha s ba r b e r e d fo r 20 ye a r s , an d ob t a i n e d hi s In s t r u c t o r s Li c e n s e in 20 1 9 fr o m th e Mi n n e s o t a Bo a r d of Ba r b e r Ex a m i n e r s . Th e Ap p l i c a n t ha s be e n se a r c h i n g fo r a un i t to le a s e fo r th e ba r b e r sc h o o l fo r at le a s t a ye a r in Br o o k l y n Ce n t e r . • Th e Ap p l i c a n t pr o v i d e d an in t e r i o r fl o o r pl a n , wh i c h id e n t i f i e s th e ap p r o x i m a t e l y 1, 5 0 0 - s q u a r e fo o t sp a c e . • Sm a l l en t r y wi t h wa i t i n g ch a i r s an d a de s k wi t h a pr i v a c y wa l l se p a r a t i n g th e tr a i n i n g sp a c e fr o m th e en t r y . • Re s t of th e un i t is pr i m a r i l y pr o p o s e d fo r fo r m a l in s t r u c t i o n wi t h 16 ba r b e r tr a i n i n g ch a i r s wi t h va n i t i e s a n d 8 w a s h s i n k s . • Th e un i t or i g i n a l l y ha d on e ba t h r o o m ; ho w e v e r , an ad d i t i o n a l ba t h r o o m wi l l be in s t a l l e d wi t h AD A di m e n s i o n s . • A w a s h e r a n d d r y e r w i l l a l s o b e i n s t a l l e d a t t h e b a c k o f t h e u n i t f o r t h e l a u n d e r i n g o f t o w e l s , e t c . Pa g e 3 2 9 o f 3 3 5 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t 5 Pa g e 3 3 0 o f 3 3 5 6 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t ( c o n t . ) Pa r k i n g Hu m b o l d t Sh o p p i n g Ce n t e r is a tr a d i t i o n a l st r i p ma l l , mo s t l y co m p r i s e d of re s t a u r a n t s an d ge n e r a l re t a i l st o r e tr a f f i c , wi t h th e ex c e p t i o n of Ne w Ho r i z o n Ac a d e m y , wh o in t e n d s to re l o c a t e in 20 2 6 . Th e sh o p p i n g ce n t e r do e s no t ha v e a hi g h tr a f f i c de m a n d in it s cu r r e n t it e r a t i o n . Cu r r e n t l y , ma n y of th e re s t a u r a n t s do fo o d de l i v e r y se r v i c e s li k e Do o r D a s h , so pa r k i n g is ge n e r a l l y br i e f an d tr a n s i e n t in na t u r e . No ad d i t i o n a l pa r k i n g is ne c e s s a r y fo r th e sh o p p i n g ce n t e r or th e ba r b e r sh o p . It is cu r r e n t l y to o mu c h pa r k i n g fo r c u r r e n t p a r k i n g s t a n d a r d s . Li g h t i n g Th e Su b j e c t Pr o p e r t y ha s tw o li g h t e d po l e s ov e r th e pa r k i n g lo t ne a r e s t th e te n a n t sp a c e an d a wa l l fi x t u r e on th e re a r wa l l of th e un i t . Ci t y St a f f is no t aw a r e of li g h t i n g is s u e s at ni g h t fo r th e sh o p p i n g ce n t e r ; ho w e v e r , if an y si t e li g h t i n g , in c l u d i n g po l e s an d wa l l fi x t u r e s , ar e in o p e r a b l e , th e y wo u l d re q u i r e re p a i r or re p l a c e m e n t to co m p l y wi t h Ci t y Co d e re q u i r e m e n t s ou t l i n e d un d e r Se c t i o n 35 - 5 4 0 0 ( E x t e r i o r L i g h t i n g ) . Bu s i n e s s O p e r a t i o n s Th e Ap p l i c a n t in t e n d s to ha v e at th e ma x i m u m ca p a c i t y of 16 st u d e n t s an d 1 in s t r u c t o r . It wi l l op e r a t e fr o m 8 a. m . to 8 p. m . , Tu e s d a y t h r o u g h S a t u r d a y . • Op e r a t i n g H o u r s — T u e s d a y t o S a t u r d a y : 8 : 0 0 A M – 8 : 0 0 P M • In s t r u c t i o n T i m e — 8 : 3 0 A M – 1 0 : 0 0 A M • St u d e n t T r a i n i n g T i m e — 1 0 : 0 0 A M – 5 : 3 0 P M • Sh o p o p e n f o r t h e i n s t r u c t o r p e r s o n a l c l i e n t s — 5 : 3 0 P M – 8 : 0 0 P M Pa g e 3 3 1 o f 3 3 5 7 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t (c o n t . ) Co n d i t i o n a l Us e Pe r m i t s (C U P s ) , as ou t l i n e d un d e r Se c t i o n 35 - 7 7 0 0 , ar e th o s e us e s wh i c h ha v e be e n id e n t i f i e d be c a u s e of th e i r na t u r e , op e r a t i o n , lo c a t i o n , sp e c i a l re q u i r e m e n t s or ch a r a c t e r i s t i c s , an d th a t ma y on l y be al l o w e d in a pa r t i c u l a r zo n i n g di s t r i c t af t e r su b m i t t a l of an ap p l i c a t i o n , re v i e w , an d re c o m m e n d a t i o n by th e Pl a n n i n g Co m m i s s i o n an d ap p r o v a l by Ci t y Co u n c i l . Co n d i t i o n a l Us e Pe r m i t pr o c e s s re g u l a t e s : lo c a t i o n , ma g n i t u d e , an d de s i g n of co n d i t i o n a l us e s co n s i s t e n t wi t h th e Co m p r e h e n s i v e Pl a n , an d th e re g u l a t i o n s , pu r p o s e , an d pr o c e d u r e s of th e Ci t y ’ s Un i f i e d De v e l o p m e n t Or d i n a n c e (U D O ) . Th e s e ar e t h e c r i t e r i a : a. Th e co n d i t i o n a l us e wi l l be in ac c o r d a n c e wi t h th e ge n e r a l ob j e c t i v e s , or wi t h an y sp e c i f i c ob j e c t i v e , of th e Ci t y ’ s Co m p r e h e n s i v e Pl a n an d th i s U D O b. Th e es t a b l i s h m e n t , ma i n t e n a n c e , or op e r a t i o n of th e co n d i t i o n a l us e wi l l pr o m o t e an d en h a n c e th e ge n e r a l pu b l i c we l f a r e an d wi l l no t be de t r i m e n t a l t o o r e n d a n g e r t h e p u b l i c h e a l t h , s a f e t y , m o r a l s o r c o m f o r t c. Th e co n d i t i o n a l us e wi l l no t be in j u r i o u s to th e us e an d en j o y m e n t of ot h e r pr o p e r t y in th e im m e d i a t e vi c i n i t y fo r th e pu r p o s e s al r e a d y pe r m i t t e d , n o r s u b s t a n t i a l l y d i m i n i s h a n d i m p a i r p r o p e r t y v a l u e s w i t h i n t h e n e i g h b o r h o o d d. Th e es t a b l i s h m e n t of th e co n d i t i o n a l us e wi l l no t im p e d e th e no r m a l an d or d e r l y de v e l o p m e n t an d im p r o v e m e n t of su r r o u n d i n g pr o p e r t y fo r u s e s p e r m i t t e d i n t h e d i s t r i c t e. Ad e q u a t e me a s u r e s ha v e be e n or wi l l be ta k e n to pr o v i d e in g r e s s , eg r e s s , an d pa r k i n g so de s i g n e d as to mi n i m i z e tr a f f i c co n g e s t i o n in th e pu b l i c s t r e e t s f. Im p a c t s s u c h a s n o i s e , h o u r s o f a c t i v i t y , a n d e x t e r i o r l i g h t i n g h a v e b e e n s u f f i c i e n t l y a d d r e s s e d t o m i t i g a t e n e g a t i v e i m p a c t s o n n e a r b y u s e s g. Th e c o n d i t i o n a l u s e s h a l l , i n a l l o t h e r r e s p e c t s , c o n f o r m t o t h e a p p l i c a b l e r e g u l a t i o n s o f t h e d i s t r i c t i n w h i c h i t i s l o c a t e d . Pa g e 3 3 2 o f 3 3 5 8 Co n d i t i o n a l U s e P e r m i t ( c o n t . ) An t i c i p a t e d P e r m i t t i n g a n d C o n d i t i o n s o f A p p r o v a l • Ap p l i c a n t an d Pr o p e r t y ow n e r sh a l l ad h e r e to Se c t i o n 35 - 7 7 0 0 (Co n d i t i o n a l Us e Pe r m i t s ), fi l e th e Ci t y Co u n c i l re s o l u t i o n ap p r o v i n g th e co n d i t i o n a l us e fo r th e Su b j e c t Pr o p e r t y wi t h He n n e p i n Co u n t y , an d be su b j e c t to re v o c a t i o n i f c o n d i t i o n s a r e n o t m e t . • An y e x p a n s i o n o r a l t e r a t i o n s h a l l r e q u i r e a n a m e n d m e n t t o t h e c o n d i t i o n a l u s e . • Ap p l i c a n t sh a l l ma i n t a i n al l li c e n s i n g ap p r o v a l s fr o m th e Mi n n e s o t a Bo a r d of Ba r b e r Ex a m i n e r s , He n n e p i n Co u n t y He a l t h D e p a r t m e n t , t h e C i t y o f B r o o k l y n C e n t e r a n d a n y o t h e r a g e n c i e s p r i o r t o u s e . • Th e A p p l i c a n t s h a l l s u b m i t a S i g n P e r m i t a p p l i c a t i o n f o r a n y p r o p o s e d s i g n a g e • Th e r e sh a l l be no ob s t r u c t i o n s to an y wi n d o w , do o r , fi r e es c a p e , st a i r w a y , or op e n i n g in t e n d e d to pr o v i d e in g r e s s / e g r e s s fo r an y bu i l d i n g st r u c t u r e on th e in s i d e gl a s s po r t i o n of wi n d o w s or do o r s th a t do no t co v e r mo r e th a n 2 0 % o f i n d i v i d u a l p a n e . F l a s h i n g o r r o t a t i n g s i g n s a r e p r o h i b i t e d . Pa g e 3 3 3 o f 3 3 5 9 No t i f i c a t i o n s a n d S u m m a r y A p u b l i c h e a r i n g w a s h e l d a t t h e P l a n n i n g C o m m i s s i o n m e e t i n g o n D e c e m b e r 1 1 , 2 0 2 5 . • Ap p l i c a n t Ro r y Pu r n e l l of Me l t Ci t y Ba r b e r i n g Sc h o o l of Cr a f t m a n s h i p wa s pr e s e n t at th e me e t i n g . • Th e Co m m i s s i o n e r s en g a g e d in di s c u s s i o n ar o u n d : (1 ) Pr o p o s e d bu s i n e s s op e r a t i o n s , (2 ) se r v i c e of f e r i n g s , (3 ) ba r b e r i n g in d u s t r y in Mi n n e s o t a an d pr o c e s s to be c o m e a li c e n s e d ba r b e r , (4 ) pr o p o s e d sc h e d u l e fo r st u d e n t s , (5 ) nu m b e r of in s t r u c t o r s , an d (6 ) Ap p l i c a n t ho u r s of op e r a t i o n fo r p e r s o n a l c l i e n t e l e . • Fo l l o w i n g cl o s e of th e pu b l i c he a r i n g , Pl a n n i n g Co m m i s s i o n un a n i m o u s l y (6 - 0 ) re c o m m e n d e d Ci t y C o u n c i l ap p r o v a l o f P C A p p l i c a t i o n N o . 2 0 2 5 - 0 0 8 . Pa g e 3 3 4 o f 3 3 5 10 Re q u e s t e d C o u n c i l A c t i o n Mo t i o n to ad o p t a re s o l u t i o n ap p r o v i n g Pl a n n i n g Co m m i s s i o n Ap p l i c a t i o n No . 20 2 5 - 0 0 8 fo r is s u a n c e of a co n d i t i o n a l us e pe r m i t fo r th e Su b j e c t Pr o p e r t y lo c a t e d at 68 0 0 Hu m b o l d t Av e n u e No r t h fo r an ap p r o x i m a t e l y 1, 5 0 0 - s q u a r e - fo o t ba r b e r sc h o o l , ba s e d on th e fi n d i n g s of fa c t an d su b m i t t e d ap p l i c a t i o n , an d as a m e n d e d b y t h e c o n d i t i o n s o f a p p r o v a l i n t h e r e s o l u t i o n . Pa g e 3 3 5 o f 3 3 5