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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008 01-28 CCP Regular Session I AGENDA CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION Janu ary 28 2008 6:00 P.M. City Council Chambers A copy of the full City Council packet is available to the public. The packet ring binder is located at the front of the Council Chambers by the Secretary. 1. City Council Discussion of Agenda Items and Questions 2. Miscellaneous 3. Discussion of Work Session Agenda Items as Time Permits 4. Adjourn 1 i CITY COUNCIL MEETING City of Brooklyn Center January 28, 2008 AGENDA 1. Informal Open Forum With City Council 6:45 p.m. provides an opportunity for the public to address the Council on items which are not on the agenda. Open Forum will be limited to 15 minutes, it is not televised, and it may not be used to make personal attacks, to air personality grievances, to make political endorsements, or for political campaign purposes. Council Members will not enter into a dialogue with citizens. Questions from the Council will be for clarification only. Open Forum will not be used as a time for problem solving or reacting to the comments made but, rather, for hearing the citizen for informational purposes only. 2. Invocation 7 p.m. 3. Call to Order Regular Business Meeting —The City Council requests that attendees turn off cell phones and pagers during the meeting. A copy of the full City Council packet is available to the public. The packet ring binder is located at the front of the Council Chambers by the Secretary. 4. Roll Call 5. Pledge of Allegiance 6. Council Report 7. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda —The following items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered at the end of Council Consideration Items. a. Approval of Minutes 1. January 14, 2008 Study Session 3. January 14, 2008 Regular Session 4. January 14, 2008 Executive Session 5. January 14, 2008 Work Session 6. January 17, 2008 Special Session 7. January 17, 2008 Executive Session b. Licenses CITY COUNCIL AGENDA -2- January 28, 2008 8. Presentations Proclamations /Recognitions/Donations —None. 9. Public Hearing None. 10. Planning Commission Items None. 11. Council Consideration Items a. Amend 2008 City Council Meeting Schedule -Requested Council Action: Motion to amend 2008 City Council meeting schedule and set date and time of a Special Session for Monday, February 4, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. b. Acceptance of Pay Equity Report Indicating that the City is in Compliance With the Local Government Pay Equity Act -Requested Council Action: Motion to accept Pay Equity Report. C. Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Letter of Engagement With a Public Accounting Firm for Audit Services -Requested Council Action: Motion to adopt resolution. 12. Adjournment city Council Ag enda -item 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 JANUARY 14, 2008 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Mary O'Connor, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Director of Fiscal Support Services Dan Jordet, Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, Community Development Director Gary Eitel, Assistant to the City Manager Vickie Schleuning, City Clerk Sharon Knutson, and Carol Hamer, TimeSaver Secretarial, Inc. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS There was discussion on Consent Agenda Item No. 7b, specifically in relation to the designation of Wells Fargo Bank Brookdale Office as the depository for City funds. Mr. Jordet explained there is a schedule for RFP's on various financial services. The City is currently working on the Professional Audit Services RFP. The Bank Service RFP was last completed in 2002, and will be due again in 2008. There was discussion on Consent Agenda Item No. Ilk in relation to which firms have responded to the City's RFP for Professional Audit Services. Mr. Jordet listed the seven of the eight firms that responded to the City's RFP. There was discussion on Consent Agenda Item 111, specifically in relation to the recommendation for approval of the settlement agreement with Brooklyn Center Leased Housing Associates Limited Partnership (BCLHA). Mr. Boganey explained negotiations continued throughout the weekend and probably continue as they speak. There is not currently a settlement document available. If there is not a settlement document that is completed and agreed upon by all parties, then the Council will not be asked to take action on this item. Councilmember Yelich requested removal of Consent Agenda Item Nos. 7b and 7g from the Consent Agenda. Mr. Boganey requested that Consent Agenda Item No. 7h be removed from the entire agenda. Councilmember O'Connor requested the following change to the Special Session minutes of December 27, 2007: 01/14/08 -1- DRAFT Paae 1 Location: CITY HALL SHINGLE GREEK GOk E-NGE ROOM COUNCIL CHAMBERS Adjournment: Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the Brooklyn Center City Council E eeut ve Special Session at 7:12 p.m. It was the majority consensus of the City Council to accept the amendment to the December 27, 2007, Special Session minutes. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember O'Connor requested a refresher on the increase in health care costs in Brooklyn Center. She stated according to information distributed during a finance and budget hearing, it appears that health insurance costs went up almost 14% for employees. She also requested information regarding the cost to the City for health insurance per employee. Mr. Boganey indicated the City's contribution is approximately $9,000 per employee per year. He indicated he will provide Councilmember O'Connor with further information regarding health insurance costs. It was requested that the requested information on health care costs be included for the full Council in the Update. Councilmember Ryan stated he was present at the January 20, 2008, Round Table on Youth Initiatives. He requested an update regarding the planned task force on this issue. Mayor Willson explained a task force has not been formed. The mayors of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park invited interested parties from the school district and community colleges to start working on youth initiatives. Whether it rolls into a task force, joint powers association, or something else would need to come before this Council. There was discussion regarding the intent to proceed with youth initiatives. Councilmember O'Connor requested information regarding the anti -icing treatment unit being used to reduce the slipperiness of the bridge. She pointed out there has been discussion that the salt solution used on the 35W bridge could have caused deterioration. Mr. Blomstrom stated the 35W bridge was a steel structure and more prone to corrosion. Brooklyn Center's bridges are concrete. In addition, the volume of salt solution the City is putting down is very low. The thought process is to cut down on the overall salt usage that is normally put on bridge decks, which is what they have done with the new anti -icing unit. Another method to cut down on the amount of salt being used is a corn -based product that is being used this year. Councilmember O'Connor requested the City Council receive the update presented from the City Attorney to the Charter Commission regarding administrative fines. Mr. Boganey stated the City Attorney's written report regarding administrative fines will be forwarded to the City Council. 01/14/08 -2- DRAFT i There was discussion of a Star Tribune article that had been distributed regarding municipally owned liquor stores. There was brief discussion of the finances and operation of municipal liquor stores in the City of Brooklyn Center. Councilmember Yelich requested an update on the timeline for an expected worksession discussion on the City's oversight of rental housing. Mr. Boganey indicated this topic will likely be on a February or March worksession schedule. DISCUSSION OF WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEMS AS TIME PERMITS FARMERS MARKET CITY COUNCIL Ms. Schleuning presented a brief presentation on the feasibility of establishing a Farmers Market in the City of Brooklyn Center. ADJOURN STUDY SESSION TO INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Study Session at 6:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. RECONVENE STUDY SESSION Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to reconvene the Study Session at 6:46 p.m. There was discussion of the feasibility of establishing a Farmers Market in the City of Brooklyn Center. The following topics were discussed in relation to a possible Farmers Market: priorities in relation to staff resources, location in relation to freeway access and visibility, saturation point in relation to other farmers markets, marketability and sustainability, competition with private sector, community building, and obtaining input from citizen input groups. It was the majority consensus of the City Council to direct staff not to pursue establishing a Farmers Market in the City of Brooklyn Center at the present time. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Study Session at 7:00 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 01/14/08 -3- 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 JANUARY 14, 2008 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM. The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Informal Open Forum called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 6:45 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Mary O'Connor, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, Director of Fiscal Support Services Dan Jordet, Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, Community Development Director Gary Eitel, Assistant to the City Manager Vickie Schleuning, City Clerk Sharon Knutson, and Carol Hamer, TimeSaver Secretarial, Inc. Mayor Tim Willson opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum. No one wished to address the City Council Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 6:46 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Councilmember Ryan requested a moment of silence and personal reflection as the Invocation. 3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 7:00 p.m. 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Mary O'Connor, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, Director of Fiscal Support Services Dan Jordet, Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, Community Development Director Gary Eitel, Assistant to the City Manager Vickie Schleuning, City Clerk Sharon Knutson, and Carol Hamer, TimeSaver Secretarial, Inc. 01/14/08 -1- DRAFT 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Ryan reported attending the January 8, 2008, Round Table Forum on Youth Initiatives. He reported major cutbacks in recreation programs have occurred as a result of school referendum failures. He reported it seemed to be a consensus at the Round Table that a well organized collaboration with the cities of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park sharing efforts would produce better results than the cities working alone. He expressed his support for the effort and recognized Mayor Willson, City Manager Curt Boganey, and everyone involved in the effort. Councilmember Lasman reported she also attended the January 8, 2008, Round Table Forum on Youth Initiatives. She reported it was a good meeting about powerful initiatives and they are hoping to be able to make some real concrete progress in that area. She announced the following events to the public: North Hennepin Chamber of Commerce Gala at the Earle Brown Heritage Center on February 1St Brooklyn Center 97 Birthday Celebration at Earle Brown Heritage Center on February 2 a. Councilmember Yelich stated he has nothing to report at this time. Councilmember O'Connor reported she attended the Special City Council meeting on December 27, 2007, related to the new hotel being built next to the Earle Brown Heritage Center. She also attended Board of Appeal training. Mayor Willson reported the Mayor's Forum n Youth Initiatives w Y p y o h ihatives as very interesting. He reported they have identified that there are things that can be done with youth, and that exploring the initiatives are very warranted. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, as amended, with the removal of Item Nos. 7b and 7g from the Consent Agenda to Council Consideration Item Nos. 7n and 7o respectively, and the removal of Item No. 7h, and amendments to the Special Session minutes of December 27, 2007, and the following consent items were approved: 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. November 5, 2007 Executive Session 2. December 10, 2007 Study Session 3. December 10, 2007 Regular Session 4. December 10, 2007 Executive Session 5. December 27, 2007 Special Session 7b. LICENSES This item was moved to Council Consideration Item No. l In. 01/14/08 -2- DRAFT 7c. RESOLUTION NO. 2008-01 DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER 7d. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -02 DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY FUNDS 7e. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -03 GRANTING CORPORATE AUTHORITY FOR TRANSACTION OF FINANCIAL BUSINESS MATTERS 7f. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -04 APPOINTING BROOKLYN CENTER REPRESENTATIVES TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND /OR BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF FIVE CITIES SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PROJECT, HENNEPIN RECYCLING GROUP, LOCAL GOVERNMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS, NORTH METRO MAYORS ASSOCIATION, NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL, PETS UNDER POLICE SECURITY, PROJECT PEACE, TWIN LAKES JOINT POWERS ORGANIZATION, AND VISIT MINNEAPOLIS NORTH 7g. RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF ETHNIC POPULATIONS AND HERITAGE CELEBRATIONS This item was moved to Council Consideration Item No. 11 o. 7h. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE -OFF UNCOLLECTIBLE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE This item was removed from the agenda. 7i. SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE REDUCTIONS a. 4821 Twin Lake Avenue b. 501 73rd Avenue North Motion passed unanimously. S. PRESENTATIONS PROCLAMATIONS /RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS 8a. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -05 EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE DONATIONS OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF THE EARLE BROWN DAYS PARADE, HOLLY SUNDAY ACTIVITIES, AND THE ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARKS PROGRAM Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. Mayor Willson recited the proposed resolution expressing appreciation for the donations of the Brooklyn Center Lions Club in support of the Earle Brown Days Parade, Holly Sunday Activities, and the Entertainment in the Parks Program. 01/14/08 -3- DRAFT Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -05 Expressing Appreciation for the Donations of the Brooklyn Center Lions Club in Support of the Earle Brown Days Parade, Holly Sunday Activities, and the Entertainment in the Parks Program. Motion passed o p ss d unanimously. 8b. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -06 EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR A DONATION FROM THE BROOKLYN CENTER AMERICAN LEGION POST 630 Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. Mayor Willson recited the proposed resolution expressing appreciation for a donation from the Brooklyn Center American Legion Post 630. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -06 Expressing Appreciation for a Donation from the Brooklyn Center American Legion Post 630 Motion passed unanimously. 9. PUBLIC HEARING None. 10. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS None. 11. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 11a. SELECT PRESIDING OFFICERS MAYOR PRO TEM AND ACTING MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Willson requested the City Council to ratify the nomination of Kay Lasman as Mayor /President Pro Tem and Mary O'Connor as Acting Mayor/President Pro Tem for 2008. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to ratify the nomination of Kay Lasman as Mayor /President Pro Tem and Mary O'Connor as Acting Mayor /President Pro Tem. Motion passed unanimously. 11b. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -07 DECLARING COMMITMENT TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER CHARTER Mr. Boganey introduced the item and stated this resolution is considered every year. Mayor Willson recited the proposed resolution declaring commitment to the Brooklyn Center City Charter. 01/14/08 -4- DRAFT Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -07 Declaring Commitment to the Brooklyn Center City Charter. Motion passed unanimously. Ile. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL ADVISORY COMMISSION MEMBER Mayor Willson requested the City Council to ratify the appointment of Christine Eaton to the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission with term expiring December 31, 2009. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to ratify Christine Eaton as the Mayoral appointment to the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission Member. Motion passed unanimously. 11d. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS TO SERVE AS LIAISONS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS AND AS CITY REPRESENTATIVES/VOTING DELEGATES FOR OTHER ORGANIZATIONS FOR 2008 Mayor Willson requested that the City Council ratify the following appointments of City Council Members to serve as liaisons to City advisory commissions and as City representatives /voting delegates for other organizations for 2008: Commission /Organization Council Member Financial Commission Dan Ryan Housing Commission Mary O'Connor Park and Recreation Commission Mark Yelich Crime Prevention Program Kay Lasman NW Suburbs Cable Communications Commission Mary O'Connor Brooklyn Center Special Events Committee Kay Lasman Earle Brown Days Committee Mary O'Connor North Hennepin Area Chamber of Commerce Kay Lasman Association of Metropolitan Municipalities Tim Willson; Mark Yelich Alternate League of Minnesota Cities Tim Willson; Dan Ryan Alternate Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to ratify the above Mayoral appointments of City Council Members to serve as liaisons to City advisory commissions and as City representatives /voting delegates for other organizations for 2008. Motion passed unanimously. Ile. AMEND 2008 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed amendment to the 2008 City Council meeting schedule. 01/14/08 -5- DRAFT Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to approve the amendment to the 2008 City Council meeting schedule and set date and time of City Council facilitated retreat for Saturday, February 16, 2008, at 8:30 a.m. to be held at The Loft at Earle Brown Heritage Center. Motion passed unanimously. 11C RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -08 ACCEPTING A FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2008 -01, 02, 03, AND 04, 2008 RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS (MARANATHA AREA) Mr. Boganey introduced the item and Director. of Public Works /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom provided a brief presentation on the feasibility report for Improvement Project Nos. 2008 -01, 02, 03, and 04, 2008 Residential Neighborhood Street, Storm Drainage and Utility Improvements (Maranatha Area). There was discussion on whether traffic calming features for 69 Avenue would be included with the improvement projects. Mr. Blomstrom explained the City does not have control over the reconstruction schedule of 69"' Avenue, as it is a County Road. He explained there has been discussion of a possible turnback of 69` Avenue. If this were to occur the City would have more options to determine a schedule for traffic calming features. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -08 Accepting a Feasibility Report and Calling for a Public Hearing, Improvement Project Nos. 2008 -01, 02, 03, and 04, 2008 Residential Neighborhood Street, Storm Drainage, and Utility Improvements (Maranatha Area). Motion passed unanimously. 11g. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -09 DECLARING COSTS TO BE ASSESSED AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2008 -01 AND 02, 2008 RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD STREET AND STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS (MARANATHA AREA) Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -09 Declaring Costs to be Assessed and Calling for a Public Hearing on Proposed Special Assessments for Improvement Project Nos. 2008 -01 and 02, 2008 Residential Neighborhood Street and Storm Drainage Improvements (Maranatha Area). Motion passed unanimously. 11h. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -10 ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2007 -12, CONTRACT 2007 -F, STORM DAMAGE REPAIRS FOR PUBLIC BUILDINGS Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. 01/14/08 -6- DRAFT Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -10 Accepting Work Performed and Authorizing Final Payment, Improvement Project No. 2007 -12, Contract 2007 -F, Storm Damage Repairs for Public Buildings. Motion passed unanimously. Y Ili. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -11 AMENDING THE SCHEDULE FOR PLANNING AND INSPECTION FEES (ELECTRICAL) Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -11 Amending the Schedule for Planning and Inspection Fees (Electrical). Motion passed unanimously. Ili. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -12 CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED USE OF 2008 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. There was discussion regarding the City's acceptance of funds from the federal government. It was stated that the City can support itself and the federal government should work to reduce taxes. It was noted that there will not be an impact on the current federal budget deficit if the City were to return the block grant funds. Staff was requested to provide a breakdown of how the block grant funds will be used. Mr. Boganey indicated this information would be provided at the February 11, 2008, Public Hearing. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -12 Calling for a Public Hearing on Proposed Use of 2008 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Funds. Councilmember O'Connor voted against the same stating her concern that the City should not accept funds from the federal government, which should be working to reduce taxes. Motion passed. Ilk. APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEE TO REVIEW THE PROPOSALS FOR PROFESSIONAL AUDIT SERVICES Mayor Willson requested the City Council to approve the following appointments to the Committee to Review Proposals for Professional Audit Services: City Council Appointments: Dan Ryan Mark Yelich Staff Appointments: Curt Boganey Daniel Jordet 01/14/08 -7- DRAFT Mayor Willson suggested approving the above appointments at this time. He explained he has not yet received a response from the Chair of the Financial Commission regarding appointments to the Committee. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to approve appointment of Dan Ryan, Mark Yelich, Curt Boganey and Daniel Jordet to the Committee to Review the Proposals for Professional Audit Services, with the pending appointment of up to two members of the Financial Commission. Motion passed unanimously. 111. CONSIDERATION OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT WITH BROOKLYN CENTER LEASED HOUSING ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (BCLHA) Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the City has not at this point received a written document of the proposed settlement agreement with Brooklyn Center Leased Housing Associate Limited Partnership (BCLHA). He stated it is expected that the City's legal representative will be present not later than 8:00 this evening. At that time an Executive Session will likely be requested. He recommended postponing action on agenda items 111 and 1lm until the Executive Session has been held. llm. PRESENTATION OF NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION FOR STAY OF CENTER POINTE APARTMENT LICENSE REVOCATION Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose for the Motion for Stay of Center Pointe Apartment license revocation. He recommended it may be more appropriate for Council to consider this request following the Executive Session with the City's legal representative on this matter. City Attorney Charlie LeFevere advised that the Executive Session should be held for the purpose of discussing the settlement agreement with Brooklyn Center Leased Housing Associates Limited Partnership (BCLHA), rather than to discuss the motion for stay. He advised if Council determines to meet in Executive Session the motion would be to adjourn to Executive Session. Council will be reconvening following the Executive Session to take up additional matters. Concern was expressed that there does not appear to be information at.this time to show that a stay of enforcement on the license revocation would be in order at this time. There was discussion of the requested stay of enforcement of the Center Pointe Apartment License revocation. Mr. LeFevere advised it is common for courts to stay these types of license revocation decisions until it is determined that the decision has been agreed to by a higher court. He advised the request is that the City Council schedule a hearing on the question of whether the license revocation should be stayed. He advised his recommendation would be to grant the two -week period so the parties can gather the legal arguments that would be presented to Council two weeks from now, and at that time Council would make a decision on whether to grant the motion. If the motion is not granted the revocation would go into effect two weeks from now. There was additional discussion of the possible stay of enforcement of the Center Pointe Apartment License revocation. Additional concern was expressed that there does not appear to be a reason to stay the enforcement at this time. Councilmember Ryan requested clarification from the City 01/14/08 -8- DRAFT, Attorney that the stay of enforcement would be a common procedure in district court pending the decision of the court of appeals. Mr. LeFevere advised he believes a two -week stay would be granted in district court pending an appeal hearing. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to accept Notice of Motion and Motion for Stay of Enforcement Pending Appeal and to Schedule a Hearing on January 28, 2008. Councilmember Yelich voted against same. Motion passed. 11n. LICENSES BOWLING ALLEY AMF Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle FIREWORKS PERMANENT Cub Foods 3245 Co Rd No 10 Target Corporation 6100 Shingle Creek Parkway GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Brookdale Citgo 5710 Xerxes Ave N Brooklyn Center Conoco 1505 69 Ave N Brooklyn Center Municipal Garage 6844 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center Service, Inc. 6849 Brooklyn Blvd Hark's Company 6501 Humboldt Ave N Holiday Stationstores, Inc. 420 66 Ave N Metropolitan Council Metro Transit 6845 Shingle Creek Parkway Qwest Communications 6540 Shingle Creek Parkway SuperAmerica #3192 6950 Brooklyn Blvd SuperAmerica #4058 1901 57 Ave N SuperAmerica #4160 6545 West River Road MECHANICAL MH Plumbing 6725 277 Ave NW, Isanti Total Refrigeration 949 S Concord Street, So. St. Paul PUBLIC DANCE AMF Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle Boulevard's Bar Grill 2545 Co Rd No 10 RENTAL 3500 66 Ave N Justin Eric Jacobs 6907 Halifax Ave N Virginia Faye Reichstadt 4113 Joyce Lane Samuel Osei Doris Adjei Prempeh Earle Brown Terrace Apartments 6100 Summit Dr Lang Nelson Associates Riverwood Estates 201, 07, 15 65 6401 -25 Willow Lane Riverwood Estates LLC 5001 Ewing Ave N Bartholomew Dabrowski 01/14/08 -9- DRAFT 4711 Lakeview Ave Diane Krenz 4708 -12 Twin Lake Ave Byron and Nancy Mach 6939 Brooklyn Blvd Jacob Yanish 3618 Commodore Dr Tou Thao 4902 France Ave N William N Dudley 5742 Fremont Ave N Bruce Goldberg 6824 Fremont PI David Oium 6413 Perry Ave N Monemany Daohenang 6331 Unity Ave N Sao Thao SECONDHAND GOODS DEALER CD Warehouse 6072 Shingle Creek Pkwy GameStop #535 6068 Shingle Creek Pkwy GameStop #1704 1307 Brookdale Center SIGNHANGER Sign Maintenance Lighting Electrical 700 Tower Dr, Medina Signminds, Inc. 1400 Quincy St, Minneapolis TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT American Legion Post 630 6110 Brooklyn Blvd Brookdale Citgo 5710 Xerxes Ave N Brooklyn Center Conoco 1505 69 Ave N Brooklyn Center Municipal #1 5625 Xerxes Ave N Brooklyn Center Municipal #2 6930 Brooklyn Blvd Brooklyn Center Service, Inc. 6849 Brooklyn Blvd Cub Foods 3245 Co Road 10 Hark's Company 6501 Humboldt Ave N Holiday Stationstores, Inc. 420 66 Ave N Holiday Support #2099 6890 Shingle Creek Pkwy Royal Tobacco 5625 Xerxes Ave N Sankhar Forex, Inc. 5808 Xerxes Ave N Sun Foods 6350 Brooklyn Blvd SuperAmerica #3192 6950 Brooklyn Blvd SuperAmerica #4058 190157 1h Ave N SuperAmerica #4160 6545 West River Road Value Food 6804 Humboldt Ave N Walgreen Company 6390 Brooklyn Blvd Councilmember Yelich stated concern that there has been a police call to the property located at 6824 Fremont Place on the rental license renewal list. He stated the City Council should have the option of issuing a provisional license. Councilmember Yelich moved to approve the above licenses with the exception of the rental license for the property located at 6824 Fremont Place. Motion died for lack of a second. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the above list of licenses. 01/14/08 -10- DRAFT Councilmember Yelich voted against the same. Motion passed. 11o. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -13 RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF ETHNIC POPULATIONS AND HERITAGE CELEBRATIONS Concern was expressed that although the proposed resolution was likely well- intentioned, it is inappropriate. It was stated that the resolution 1) assumes the City Council goal prior to the goal session retreat scheduled for February 16, 2008; 2) is insulting to people of many heritages, particularly the two thirds of Brooklyn Center that it implies are not of any ethnic heritage; and 3) encourages divisiveness in this community while they should encourage unity. It was pointed out that the resolution includes the statement "and all other heritage celebrations reflected in Brooklyn Center's population" for the reason of inclusion. Mayor Willson recited the proposed resolution into the record. There was additional discussion of the proposed resolution. Views were expressed that celebrating the residents' culture should not be a City resolution. It was also stated that the resolution brings the City together. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 2008- 13 Recognizing the Contributions of Ethnic Populations and Heritage Celebrations. Staff was asked which third of the City is considered ethnic according to the resolution. Mr. Boganey explained this language has been in the resolution for the last several years. He assumes it makes reference to what is identified in the census records. Councilmembers O'Connor and Yelich voted against the same. Motion passed. ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Willson indicated that the City Council would adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the proposed settlement agreement with Brooklyn Center Leased Housing Associates Limited Partnership. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to adjourn to Executive Session at 8:30 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Mayor Willson announced that the City Council would reconvene following adjournment of the Executive Session. RECONVENE REGULAR SESSION The City Council reconvened in Regular Session at 10:04 p.m. 01/14/08 -11- DRAFT Mayor Willson announced a Special City Council Meeting is scheduled on Thursday, January 17, 2008, with the possibility of an Executive Session being held at that time to discuss pending litigation regarding Brooklyn Center Leased Housing Associates, LLC. 12. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 10:05 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 01/14/08 -12- 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 EXECUTIVE SESSION JANUARY 14, 2008 CITY HALL SHINGLE CREEK CONFERENCE ROOM CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Executive Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 8:33 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Mary O'Connor, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Assistant to the City Manager Vickie Schleuning, and City Attorney Charley LeFevere. Others present were Cliff Greene, Greene Espel, P.L.L.P., and Carol Hamer, TimeSaver Secretarial, Inc. The City Council, City Attorney, and Cliff Greene discussed pending litigation regarding Brooklyn Center Leased Housing Associates Limited Partnership (BCLHA). ADJOURNMENT The Brooklyn Center City Council Executive Session was adjourned at 10:02 p.m. 01/14/08 -1- DRAFT MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA WORK SESSION JANUARY 14, 2008 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council/Economic Development Authority (EDA) met in Work Session called to order by Mayor /President Tim Willson at 10:10 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor /President Tim Willson and Councilmembers /Commissioners, Kay Lasman, Mary O'Connor, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, Community Development Director Gary Eitel, Assistant to the City Manager Vickie Schleuning, City Clerk Sharon Knutson, and Carol Hamer, TimeSaver Secretarial, Inc. BASS LAKE ROAD STREETSCAPE PLAN CITY MANAGER Mr. Boganey introduced the item and stated the purpose of the Bass Lake Road Streetscape Plan. Mr. Eitel provided a brief presentation on the Bass Lake Road Streetscape Plan. He noted there will be a need to obtain easements along Xerxes Avenue for this project. It was noted that there will need to be a commitment to the maintenance of the trees that will be planted with the project. It was noted that the City has discussed gateways and rejuvenations for a number of years. The majority consensus of the Council was in general agreement with the Bass Lake Road Streetscape Plan as presented. It was noted that funding for the project has not been determined. Mr. Boganey explained with this presentation staff is looking for the Council's reaction to the overall plan. He stated staff recognizes the funding is a critical question. Staff believes non General Fund sources can be identified to fund the project over a period of time. It was noted that there had previously been discussion about going over the Highway 100 Bridge with Bass Lake Road improvements. Mr. Boganey indicated the original concept extended to Highway 100; however, that element was removed in order to reduce costs. Mr. Eitel stated the connection to Highway 100 will happen, but will hopefully come from another source. CITY MANAGER PERFORMANCE REVIEW PROCESS CITY MANAGER Mr. Boganey provided an overview of the proposed City Manager Review Process. There was discussion on the proposed process and the suggested timeframe to complete the City Manager Review Process. The majority consensus of the City Council was to apply the following dates to the proposed City J Y Y pp Y Manager Review Process: 01/14/08 -1- DRAFT City Council Members receive completed City Manager Evaluation Self Assessment Annual Review Report January 21, 2008 January 28 1 complete City Manager y Council Members individually p y er Evaluation Form by g 2008 City Council Members meet collectively with third party i.e. City Attorney to develop. a Council consensus regarding City Manager's performance February 4, 2008 City Council as a whole meets with the City Manager regarding the consensus report of City Council regarding the City Manager's performance February 11, 2008 Action item in the form of a resolution is placed on City Council Agenda indicating results of Performance Review February 25, 2008 ADJOURNMENT Councilmember /Commissioner Yelich moved and Councilmember /Commissioner Lasman seconded adjournment of the City Council /Economic Development Authority Work Session at 10:53 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 01/14/08 -2- 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 JANUARY 17, 2008 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Special Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 6:46 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Mary O'Connor, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Community Development Director Gary Eitel, Assistant to the City Manager Vickie Schleuning, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and City Clerk Sharon Knutson. 3. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM 3a. CONSIDERATION OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT WITH BROOKLYN CENTER LEASED HOUSING ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (BCLHA) City Attorney Charlie LeFevere recommended that the City Council adjourn to Executive Session under an exception to the Open Meeting Law that allows attorney /client privilege communication to discuss possible settlement terms in the laws uits that are pending with Brooklyn Center Leased Housing Associates Limited Partnership. The Special Counsel has advised that it is not in the public interest that those attorney /client communication occur in a public forum. ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION I Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adjourn to Executive Session at 6:50 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Mayor Willson announced that the City Council would reconvene following adjournment of the Executive Session. RECONVENE SPECIAL SESSION The City Council reconvened in Special Session at 8:40 p.m. Mayor Willson moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to approve a proposed settlement agreement with Brooklyn Center Leased Housing Associates Limited Partnership, subject to 01/17/08 -1- DRAFT changes that the City Council has directed during its closed session and any additional, minor changes not further affecting the substance of the agreement that are approved by the City Attorney, City Special Counsel, and the City Manager. Councilmember Yelich voted against the same. Motion passed. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to direct staff and Special Counsel to make changes to the draft agreement approved tonight for distribution to interested parties, as soon as possible. Motion passed unanimously. 4. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded adjournment of the City Council Special Session at 8:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 01/17/08 -2- 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 EXECUTIVE SESSION JANUARY 17, 2008 CITY HALL SHINGLE CREEK CONFERENCE ROOM CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Executive Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 6:52 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Mary O'Connor, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Assistant to the City Manager Vickie Schleuning, City Attorney Charley LeFevere, and City Clerk Sharon Knutson Others present were Cliff Greene, Greene Espel, P.L.L.P. and Robin Ann Williams, Bassford Remele. The City Council, City Attorney, Cliff Greene, and Robin Ann Williams discussed pending litigation regarding Brooklyn Center Leased Housing Associates Limited Partnership (BCLHA). ADJOURNMENT The Brooklyn Center City Council Executive Session was adjourned at 8:38 p.m. 1/17/08 -1- DRAFT eud�� item No. 7b 1 C oullcl C� COUNCIL ITEM MEMORANDUM TO: Curt Boganey, City Manager FROM: Sharon Knutson, City Clerk QL "t 9`/yv� DATE: January 23, 2008 SUBJECT: Licenses for Council Approval Recommendation: I recommend that the City Council approve the following list of licenses at its January 28, 2008, meeting. Background: The following businesses /persons have applied for City licenses as noted. Each business /person has fulfilled the requirements of the City Ordinance governing respective licenses, submitted appropriate applications, and paid proper fees. Applicants for rental dwelling licenses are in compliance with Chapter 12 of the City Code of Ordinances, unless comments are noted below the property address on the attached rental report. FIREWORKS PERMANENT Walgreens 6390 Brooklyn Blvd GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Brooklyn BP Inc. 6044 Brooklyn Blvd MECHANICAL Alta Heating and Plumbing 19260 Mushtown Road, Prior Lake RENTAL See attached report. TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT CVS /pharmacy 5801 Brooklyn Blvd Brooklyn BP Inc. 6044 Brooklyn Blvd S I Tobacco 6930 Brooklyn Blvd, Suite 8 Rental Licenses #ar Council gpproval on ;January °28,,200$ Inspector Clerk. Clerk we mg„ enewar unpaiq unpara Property Address Type or Initial" Owner. Calls for Service Utilities i Taxes 6807 Humboldt Ave N C202 Single Family Initial Jeffrey Jambeck None per 12 -911 ordinance OK OK 5124 65th Ave N Single Family Renewal Joseph Okrakene None per 12 -911 ordinance OK OK I N O. texn ends l uncll A` �lt� d for chedu esentation .l T4eeftu% No I'r Coun'��` thls �t� n cil Agenda Ite No. 9 m City Cou for re 5 he duled N o publi� Hearing M this City Coun NO 10 en�a I Council led for Citi 5cla►du siou item a re Coma C711 m" lug o plauu a g City C °uu this ends Item N l Cif C °until A% COUNCIL ITEM MEMORANDUM TO: Curt Boganey, City Manager FROM: Sharon Knutson, City Clerk OWW WYAW DATE: January 24, 2008 SUBJECT: Amend 2008 City Council Meeting Schedule Recommendation: I recommend that the City Council consider amending the 2008 City Council Meeting Schedule to add a Special Session on Monday, February 4, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. to meet in the City Hall Council /Commission Conference Room with the City Attorney to review the City Manager Evaluation Forms completed individually by Council Members. Background: At its January 2008 Wok s' sussed e City Manager Work Session, the City Council discussed th i Y Y g performance review process and developed a schedule for completion. The direction of the Council was to schedule a special meeting with the City Attorney to review the evaluation forms completed individually by Council Members. Budget Issues: There are no budget issues to consider. ciq co", Agen Iten' o 11b C1 ,I COUNCIL ITEM MEMORANDUM TO: Curt Boganey, City Manager FROM: Kelli Wick, Human Resources Direc r DATE: January 24, 2008 SUBJECT: PAY EQUITY REPORT COMPLIANCE REPORT 2007 Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council review and accept the Pay Equity Compliance report. After the Council has received this information and accepted the report I will forward to DOER along with complying with the official postings. Background: The Minnesota Department of Employee Relations (DOER) notified the City of Brooklyn Center in its e -mail dated November 15, 2007 (attached), that we must submit our Pay Equity Information as required by the Local Government Pay Equity Act of 1984. Our jurisdiction was found in compliance based on our 2002 report and now our next regular report is due January 31, 2008. State law requires all public jurisdictions to eliminate any sex -based wage inequities in compensation. Pay Equity is a method of eliminating discrimination against women who are paid less than men for jobs requiring comparable levels of expertise. This goes beyond the familiar idea of "equal pay for equal work" where men and women with the same jobs must be paid equally. This report is required by the Local Government Pay Equity Act, M.S. 471.991 471.999 and Minnesota Rules, Chapter 3920 and must show data in place as of December 31, 2007. In conducting preliminary runs of the data on pay equity it appears that we are in compliance. The report reviews the total number of male and female employees listed for each job class including part-time employees who work at least an average of 14 hours per week and 67 days per year. It determines if male and female dominated classes are being paid in a manner that eliminates discrimination against women. Jurisdictions are found in compliance if they achieve an underpayment ratio of 80% of more. The city has an underpayment ratio of 194.9 Budget Issues: There are no budget issues. P< Department 200 Centennial Office Building W 658 Cedar Street o f Employee 6 .259.363 55155 Relations y 111651.282. te.ni �j,l� 1, ►J www.doer.state.mn.us DATE: November 15, 2007 TO: Local Government Officials City Clerk, Administrator or Manager Superintendent of Schools County Personnel Director or Auditor FROM: Faith Zwemke Pay Equity Coordinator PHONE: (651) 259 -3761 RE: PAY EQUITY REPORT FORMS Thank you for your previous cooperation in meeting requirements to comply with the 1984 Local Government Pay Equity Act. As you know, your jurisdiction was found to be in compliance based on your previous report, and now your next report is due January 31, 2008. This report i must show data in place as of December 31, 2007. This e -mail contains the material you will need to file your 2008 Pay Equity Implementation Report. (Only one -third of all jurisdictions are reporting in 2008, so your neighboring jurisdictions may have other reporting dates) This report is required by the Local Government Pay Equity Act, M.S. 471.991- 471.999 and Minnesota Rules, Chapter 3920. The material enclosed is: Notice 2008 Pay Equity Report Checklist to Avoid Common Reporting Errors The "Guide to Understanding Pay Equity Compliance Computer Reports" and the "Instructions for Completing Pay Equity Implementation Report" can be found on DOER's webpage at rr w-, _d(c er_state.i1 1.us.- "Lr_peeltl !_Resourt tltm. If you are unable to download either the Guide or the Instructions, please contact Ann Maile at (651) 259 -3750 so materials can be sent to you. Equal Employment Opportunity Minnesota Department of Employee Relations November 15, 2007 Page 2 Beginning in 2008, reports must be submitted electronically. Instructions for completing and e- mailing your report can be found in the software instructions at www.d ()er.state.rrl.rl.us/1r- peatv/zs oftware..htm.. E -mail your report to aii .inail.e6 state.rnmas on or before January 31, b DOER on or before that date will be found out of compliance. 2008. Any reports not received y p There are no provisions in the law for any exceptions to the deadline. A confirmation e -mail will be sent to you upon receipt of your report. When the review of your report is complete, you will receive a notice informing you whether your jurisdiction is "in compliance" or "out of compliance." Although most notices are sent out in the spring and summer, it takes most of the year to review all the reports so some jurisdictions may not receive a notice until near the end of 2008. Please be assured that you will be informed promptly when the review is complete, and no penalties or other negative consequences will occur before you receive that notice. Jurisdictions receiving an "out of compliance" notice will have an opportunity to make adjustments and come into compliance. However, any jurisdiction which does not come into compliance within the time allotted by DOER to make adjustments will receive a second "out of compliance" notice and will be subject to a penalty. The penalty is a 5 percent reduction in state aid payments or $100 per day, whichever is greater. The guide and instructions warrant careful reading as they contain answers to many questions commonly asked about the program. If after downloading the materials you still have a question, please contact meat (651) 259 -3761. If you are hearing impaired or deaf, please call our Telecommunications for the Deaf (TTY) line at (651) 282 -2699. Please be patient if you call us and receive a recorded message. We will respond as soon as possible. Enclosures payequidgeneral/M -PE Report Forms -N -email Pay Equity Implementation Report For Department Use Only Postmark Date of Report Jurisdiction ID Number Name of Jurisdiction City of Brooklyn Center c City F1 County F] Health Care Facility HRA El School o Township SWCD El Utility Other: Cc Address City State Zip C 6301 Shingle Creek Parkwav Brooklyn Center M 55630 Contact Person Phone Fax a Kelli Wick (763 569 -3302 (763 569 -3494 E -Mail Address kwick@ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us O The job evaluation system used measured skill, effort, No salary ranges /performance differences responsibility and working conditions and the same system was used for all classes of employees. Check the system Leave blank unless BOTH of the following apply: used: a. Jurisdiction does not have a salary range for any job class State Job Match b. Upon request, jurisdiction will supply documentation Designed Own (specify) showing that inequities between male and female classes are due to performance differences. Note: Do not include any documentation regarding c U Consultant's System (specify) performance with this form. R y El Other (specify) An official notice has been posted at L City Hall Fmplovee Bulletin Boards (prominent location) Health insurance benefits for male and female classes of informing employees that the Pay Equity Implementation comparable value have been evaluated and: Report has been filed and is available to employees upon 0 request. A copy of the notice has been sent to each exclusive There is no difference and female classes are not at a representative, if any, and also to the public library. The m disadvantage report was approved by: t= IL 13 There is a difference and the maximum salaries reported City Council include the monthly amount paid by the employer for health (governing body) insurance. Tim Willson 13 Information in this report is complete and accurate. (chief elected official) t/layor 1/28/08 O V The report includes all classes of employees over which (title) (date) the jurisdiction has final budgetary approval authority. Checking this box indicates legal signature by above official Z Result from Salary Range Worksheet 0 94.36 is the result of average years to salary range maximum for male classes divided by the average years to salary range maximum for female classes. Results from Exceptional Service Pay Worksheet mom R W 20% or less of male classes receive ESP. C R CL K et W m 3 a i the result of the percentage of female classes receiving ESP divided by the percentage of H v male classes receiving ESP. s9 .283.959 is the annual payroll for the calendar year just ended December 31. CL 3 a (Part F on Back) Compliance Report 01/24/200E Jurisdiction: Brooklyn Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Contact: Kelli Wick Phone: (763) 569 -3300 HR Director The statistical analysis, salary range and exceptional service pay test results are shown below. Part I is general information from your pay equity Report data. Parts II, III and IV give you the test results. For more detail on each test, refer to the guidebook. 1. GENERAL JOB CLASS INFORMATION Male Female Balanced All Job Classes Classes Classes Classes Job Classes 39 38 9 86 Employees 144 50 44 238 Avg. Max Monthly $4,006.65 $4,052.18 $3,838.38 Pay per Employee IL STATISTICAL ANALYSIS TEST Male Female A. UNDERPAYMENT RATIO 194.9 Classes Classes a. at or above Predicted Pay 21 29 b. Below Predicted Pay 18 9 C. TOTAL 39 38 d. Below Predicted Pay 46.15 23.68 (b divided by c d) (Result is of male classes below predicted pay divided by of female classes below predicted pay) B. T -TEST RESULTS Degrees of Freedom (DF) 192 Value of T 2.572 a. Avg. diff. in pay from predicted pay for male jobs b. Avg. diff. in pay from predicted pay for female jobs 226 III. SALARY RANGE TEST 94.36 (Result is A divided by B) A. Avg. of years to max salary for male jobs 5.19 B. Avg. of years to max salary for female jobs 5.50 IV. EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE PAY TEST 0.00 A. of male classes receiving ESP 2.56 B. of female classes receiving ESP 0.00 (if 20% or less, test result will be 0.00) i PART F: Job Class Information City of Brooklyn Center Contact Person: Kelli Wick Report Date: 23- Jan -08 (Name of Jurisdiction) 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Phone: 763 569 -3300 763- 569 -3494 (Address) (Fax) Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 kwick(@ci.brookivn- center.mn.us (City, State, Zip) (E -mail) A B C D E F G H I J Class Except. type M, Job Min. mo. Max. mo. Yrs to yrs service Class title Male Female F, IS points salary salary max. service pay 1 City Manager 1 0 M 1192 $9,583.00 0 1 2 Dir of Fiscal Support Serv. 1 0 M 754 $7,190.00 $8,886.00 0 3 3 Police Chief 1 0 M 739 $7,190.00 $8,886.00 0 5 4 PW Director /City Engineer 1 0 M 732 $7,190.00 $8,886.00 0 4 5 Comm. Dev. Dir 1 0 M 611 $6,111.00 $7,547.00 0 1 6 IT Director 0 1 F 588 $5,888.00 $7,165.00 5.5 7 Human Resources Director 0 1 F 588 $5,888.00 $7,165.00 5.5 8 CARS Dir. 1 0 M 573 $6,036.00 $7,514.00 0 13 9 Fire Chief /Marshall 1 0 M 561 $6,091.00 $7,431.00 0 1 10 Assistant to the City Manager 0 1 F 534 $5,591.00 $6,805.00 5.5 11 Deputy Public Works Dir 1 0 M 525 $5,591.00 $6,805.00 5.5 12 Asst. Finance Dir. 0 1 F 465 $5,066.00 $6,165.00 5.5 13 Lieutenant 3 0 M 449 $6,854.00 $7,176.00 5.5 14 EBHC Manager 0 1 F 432 $5,334.00 $6,492.00 5.5 15 Liquor Operations Mgr 1 0 M 432 $5,334.00 $6,492.00 5.5 16 City Assessor 0 1 F 411 $5,888.00 $7,165.00 5.5 17 Sergeant 4 1 M 382 $6,389.00 0 24 18 Recreation Program Supervisor 1 2 B 366 $4,262.00 $5,186.00 5.5 19 Building Official 1 0 M 362 $4,822.00 $5,868.00 5.5 20 Planning Zoning Specialist 1 0 M 342 $4,822.00 $5,868.00 5.5 Class Except. type M, Job Min. mo. Max. mo. Yrs to yrs service Class title Male Female F, B points salary salary max. service pay 21 Comm. Dev. Specialist 1 0 M 342 $4,822.00 $5,868.00 5.5 22 Accountant 0 1 F 332 $4,477.00 $5,449.00 5.5 23 Supv. Public Utilities 1 0 M 320 $5,066.00 $6,165.00 5.5 24 Supv. Street Parks 1 0 M 320 $4,678.00 $5,693.00 5.5 25 City Clerk 0 1 F 301 $4,377.00 $5,327.00 5.5 26 Eng Tech IV 1 0 M 301 $4,678.00 $5,693.00 5.5 27 Detective 3 2 B 280 $5,672.00 $5,672.00 0 22 Longevity 28 Police Officer 26 4 M 280 $3,609.00 $5,307.00 3 0 Longevity 29 Liquor Store Manager 2 0 M 275 $3,861.00 $4,698.00 5.5 30 Bldg. Inspector 2 0 M 262 $4,034.00 $4,909.00 5.5 31 Appraiser 1 0 1 F 262 $3,935.00 $4,789.00 5.5 32 Golf Course Supervisor 1 0 M 262 $3,169.00 $3,856.00 5.5 33 IT /GIS Technician 1 0 M 252 $4,238.00 $5,157.00 5.5 34 EBHC Maint Supv. 1 0 M 252 $4,262.00 $5,186.00 5.5 35 Police Support Serv. Mgr 0 1 F 252 $4,271.00 $5,228.00 5.5 36 Eng. Tech III 1 2 B 250 $3,654.00 $4,447.00 5.5 37 Maintenance Supv. 1 0 M 238 $3,861.00 $4,698.00 5.5 38 Director of Sales 0 1 F 238 $4,056.00 $4,936.00 5.5 39 Code Enforcement Inspector 1 1 B 218 $3,935.00 $4,789.00 5.5 40 Appraiser Tech 0 1 F 215 $3,478.00 $4,233.00 5.5 41 Fire Adm. Technician 0 1 F 212 $3,151.00 $3,835.00 5.5 42 Police Adm. Coordinator 0 1 F 208 $3,393.00 $4,130.00 5.5 43 Sales Person 0 2 F 203 $3,498.00 $4,256.00 5.5 44 Mechanic 3 0 M 197 $3,982.00 $3,982.00 0 12 45 Maint. II 21 0 M 192 $3,825.00 $3,825.00 3.5 46 Deputy City Clerk 0 1 F 187 $3,074.00 $3,741.00 5.5 47 Finance Tech 0 1 F 187 $3,074.00 $3,741.00 5.5 48 Police Adm. Assistant 0 1 F 187 $3,074.00 $3,741.00 5.5 49 EBHC Billing Clerk 0 1 F 183 $2,855.00 $3,474.00 5.5 50 Comm. Dev. Secretary 0 1 F 183 $2,855.00 $3,474.00 5.5 51 Adm. Specialist 0 1 F 183 $3,074.00 $3,741.00 5.5 52 Recreation Sec. 0 1 F 183 $2,855.00 $3,474.00 5.5 Class Except. type M, Job Min. mo. Max. mo. Yrs to yrs service Class title Male Female F, B points salary salary max. service pay 53 Public Works Adm Tech 0 1 F 183 $2,651.00 $3,226.00 5.5 54 Central Garage Adm Tech 0 1 F 183 $2,855.00 $3,474.00 5.5 55 Engineering Secretary 0 1 F 177 $2,855.00 $3,474.00 5.5 56 Night Service Person 1 0 M 177 $3,825.00 $3,825.00 0 2 57 Police Records Technician 0 4 F 177 $2,8,55.00 $3,474.00 5.5 58 Accounting Tech II 0 1 F 173 $2,855.00 $3,474.00 5.5 59 Utilities Tech. II 0 1 F 173 $2,855.00 $3,474.00 5.5 60 Property Technician 0 1 F 173 $2,855.00 $3,474.00 5.5 61 Station Service Officers 0 3 F 173 $2,855.00 $3,474.00 5.5 62 Maintenance Custodian 2 0 M 170 $3,393.00 $4,130.00 5.5 63 EBHC Secretary 0 1 F 169 $2,586.00 $3,147.00 5.5 64 Customer Service Rep. 0 1 F 169 $2,586.00 $3,147.00 5.5 65 Neighborhood Liaison 1 0 M 169 $2,855.00 $3,474.00 5.5 66 Permit Technician 0 1 F 169 $2,785.00 $3,389.00 5.5 67 Liquor Store Office Assistant 0 1 F 169 $2,586.00 $3,147.00 5.5 68 EBHC Maint Cust. 2 0 M 160 $2,855.00 $3,226.00 5.5 69 PT Aquatics Supervisor 0 2 F 151 $2,833.00 $3,448.00 5.5 70 Golf Asst. Mgr (PT) 1 0 M 144 $2,159.00 $2,268.00 5.5 71 Police Cadet 2 0 M 144 $1,862.00 $2,266.00 5.5 72 Recreation Clerk 0 3 F 144 $2,586.00 $3,147.00 5.5 73 PT Community Service Officer 1 1 B 144 $1,862.00 $2 5.5 74 EBHC Crew Chief 2 0 M 144 $2,286.00 $2,782.00 5.5 75 PT EBHC Setup Crew Chief 1 1 B 144 $2,107.00 $2,564.00 5.5 76 PT EBHC Maintenance 2 2 B 144 $2,159.00 $2,628.00 5.5 77 PT Police Records Technicians 0 4 F 144 $2,833.00 $3,448.00 5.5 78 Seasonal Maint. Workers 17 2 M 144 $1,455.00 $1,771.00 5.5 79 PT Golf Maint. 5 1 M 144 $1,529.00 $1,861.00. 5.5 80 PT Lifeguard 4 6 B 125 $1,567.00 $1,906.00 5.5 81 PT Liquor Store Cashier 5 8 B 122 $1,633.00 $2,146.00 5.5 82 PT Golf Ranger 5 0 M 117 $1,165.00 $1,418.00 5.5 83 Lead Custodian 1 0 M 90 $2,586.00 $3,147.00 5.5 84 PT Custodian (CARS) 0 1 F 82 $1,606.00 $1,954.00 5.5 Class Except. type M, Job Min. mo. Max. mo. Yrs to yrs service Class title Male Female F, B points salary salary max. service pay 85 Custodian 4 0 M 82 $2,176.00 $2,648.00 5.5 86 PT EBHC Set up Crew 11 2 M 82 $1,687.00 $2,053.00 5.5 Predicted Pay f &oklyn Center O 10260 9375.8 8491.6 C 7607.4 C 6723.2 C z A CC 5839 CQ C o 4954.8 C 4070.6 C 3186.4 -C O 2302.2 n o CO o 00 CN ti C11 CD LO OD 1418 N o 0 CO O Points C Balanced Jobs C Male Jobs Female Jobs .Predicted Item o. lie au �C11 Ngelada City i 3 City of Brooklyn Center City Council Agenda Item Memorandum TO: Curt Boganey, City Manager FROM: Daniel Jordet, Director of Fiscal Support Services DATE: 23 January 2008 SUBJECT: Engagement for Professional Audit Services Recommendation: A special review committee appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council has recommended to the City Manager that the firm of Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radosevich Co, P.A. be appointed to an engagement of three years as the City's financial statement auditors with an option to renew said engagement in annual increments for an additional three years upon successful negotiation of terms and conditions or said annual engagements. It is requested that the City Manager make the same recommendation to the City Council. Background: On 10 December 2007 the City Council approved a Request for Proposals (RFP) for professional audit services as required by the City Council Policy 2.80. That RFP was sent to eight firms with known experience in auditing cities in Minnesota. Seven of those firms responded with proposals; Abdo, Eich Meyers, LLP Eide Bailly HLB Tautges Redpath, Ltd. (incumbent) Kern DeWenter Viere LarsonAllen, LLP Malloy Montague Karnowski Radosevich Co. Virchow Krause Co. In accordance with both City Council Policy 2.80 and the terms of the RFP, the responses were reviewed by staff (me) using a three step process as outlined in the RFP. The first step was a review of the mandatory elements of the proposals. If a firm demonstrated that it was licensed in Minnesota and independent of other corporate relations, if it demonstrated no conflicts with the City of Brooklyn Center in relation to prior work, if a peer review letter was submitted and if the firm followed instructions for submission of the proposal it met the requirements of the mandatory elements portion of the review. All seven firms met all of these criteria. The second step was a review of the technical elements of the proposal. These were scored under the categories of experience, staff quality, expertise, adequacy of staffing to fulfill the requirements of the engagement, adequate sampling of transactions and records to form a clear opinion on the financial statements and adequate overall analysis of the City's financial statements. Based on the spreadsheet attached, the firms of Abdo, Eich Meyers (Abdo), HLB Tautges Redpath, Ltd Tautges), and Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radosevich Co. (MMKR) were determined to be the three top candidates for award of the engagement. Finally, separate, sealed proposals were examined for cost factors. This is a normal procedure in pursuing audit RFP's in order to remove pure cost considerations from the analysis until after technical criteria have been examined. The cost analysis showed that, of the three finalists Abdo was the lowest cost, MMRK ran second at about 1,000 more per year for the three years and Tautges ran third at about 2,000 more per year than the lowest proposal. The committee suggested that after examining the proposals and presentation materials that appointment of MMKR would provide a better analysis and end work product to the City for a marginal cost of about 1,000 per year over the lowest cost proposal. The special review committee therefore recommends to the City Manager that the firm of Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radosevich Co., P.A. be awarded a three year engagement with three options for renewal prior to the next required RFP for audit services. Financial Impact: The average annual cost proposed by MMKR is 39,285 compared with the historical average for the past three years of 39,738; a virtual freeze of cost for the next three years. The proposed cost for 2008 is 38,725. The 2008 budget for auditing services is 43,050. If adopted, this will result in a savings of about 4,300 for 2008. adoption: Member introduced the following resolution and moved its RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LETTER OF ENGAGEMENT WITH A PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR AUDIT SERVICES WHEREAS the City Council Code of Policies Section 2.80 requires that the City solicit proposals for audit of its financial statements no less frequently than every six years and adopts a schedule under which proposals were to be solicited for audit services in 2007; and WHEREAS proposals were solicited in December 2007 through a Request for Proposals for Professional Auditing Services approved by the City Council on 10 December 2007; and WHEREAS seven proposals were received from the eight firms solicited; and WHEREAS a Committee appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Council in accord with the Code of Policies Section 2.80 has reviewed the proposals and recommended award of the engagement for auditing services to Malloy, Montage, Karnowski, Radosevich Co., P.A.; and WHEREAS the City Manager recommends to the City Council the award of the engagement for auditing services to Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radosevich Co., P.A. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that the firm of Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radosevich Co. P.A. be awarded an engagement for performing the annual audit of the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Statement contents in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and generally accepted auditing practices and that the City Manager is hereby authorized and requested to negotiate a Letter of Engagement for those audit services to be reviewed and considered for approval by the City Council at its 11 February 2008 regular City Council meeting. January 28, 2008 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. City of Brooklyn Center Evaluation of Mandatory Elements 4 3aunary 2008 Frim Licensed Date of Conta No Followed Peer Review ct Independent Conflicts Instructions Letter Abdo Eich Meyers X Steve McDonald X X 5/31/2005 Eide Bailly X David Steve X X 7/31/2005 HLB Tautges Redpath X David Mo/ X X 9/30/2004 Kern DeWenter Viere X Matthew Mayer X X 6/30/2005 (finding) LarsonAllen X Craig Popenhagen X X 3/31/2007 Malloy Montague Karnowski Radosovich X James Eichten X X 5/31/2004 (finding) Virchow Krause X James Murray X X 3/31/2006 indicates that revised Peer Review Letter is due CONCLUSION: All firms submitting proposals meet the Mandatory Elements criteria test. niel Jordet Dir r scat 4 January 2008 pp Services Of Brook) Te hntCaf Element A d uate Sam tin H E valuation of de uate Anal sis Intro gudoete January 200E A CAFR Mp&A 370 uac o StafF +n GpFR Com �i,ind No ertise Ade A113 5tatem Nv 400 Ex Cev,fj GPAs 3 Yes CFOA Certrcate No Staff ual'i No unclear IRT 250 Senior Yes Yes No erien 15 Prim +Pal Manager x erienc X 2 of 3 No 345 ExPer1enceEx erienceE Yes Metro No Firm Gifies 17 X 2 of 3 IRT 360 2 2 Yes 140 325 7 X 3 of 3 IRT 13 4 Yes 1 7 No Virchow Krause 3 0 X unclear IRT 35 4 6 Yes Na Ilen X 3 of 3 10 �arsonA 16 10 30 Yes i Elde bi0v 12 X 3 of 3 16 6 3 Abdo Eick McYers 16 X 19 I W enter Viere 8 7 Kern De advsevich 28 M01101 Montague Karnowsk� R 20 Hag a Tautges p edP City of Brooklyn Center Ranking After Technical Evaluation 8 January 2008 1 Malloy Montague Karnowski Radosevich GFOA Exp Adequate Sampling Hours Adequate Analysis Experience (Metro) Adequacy of Staffing Quality of Staff 1 HLB Tautges Redpath GFOA Exp Adequate Sampling Hours Adequate Analysis Experience (Metro) Adequacy of Staffing Quality of Staff 1 Abdo Eich Meyers GFOA Exp Adeouate SamDlinq Hours Adeauate Analvsis Experience (Metro) Adequacy of Staffinq Qualitv of Staff 4 Kern DeWenter Viere GFOA Exp Adequate Sampling Hours Adequate Analysis Experience (Metro) 5 LarsonAllen GFOA Exp Adequate Sampling Hours Adequate Analysis 6 Virchow Krause GFOA Exp Adequate Sampling Hours 7 Eide Bailly GFOA Exp I I City of Brooklyn Center Analysis of Cost 8 January 2008 Total Total Hours Hours Hourly Hourly 2007 2008 2009 Total 2007 2008 2009 Total 2007 2008 2009 Averaqe Abdo Eick Meyers 36,996 38,155 39,365 114,516 345 345 345 1,035 107.23 110.59 114.10 110.64 Eide Bailly 36,800 38,525 40,575 .115,900 250 250 250 750 147.20 154.10 162.30 154.53 Malloy Montague Karnowski Radosovich 38,725 39,280 39,850 117;855 325 325 325 975 119.15 120.86 122.62 120.88 Kern DeWenter Viere 38,500 40,300 42,100 120,900 360 360 360 1,080 106.94 111.94 116.94 111.94 HLB Tautges Redpath 39,000 40,900 42,400 122,300 350 350 350 1,050 111.43 116.86 121.14 116.48 LarsonAllen 41,600 43,900 46,100 1?1 400 400 400 1,200 104.00 109.75 115.25 109.67 Viirchow Krause 41,930 43,990 46,250 132,170 370 370 370 1,110 113.32 118.89 125.00 119.07 W orK Session Agenda AGENDA CITY COUNCIL /ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY WORK SESSION January 28, 2008 Immediately Following Regular City Council and EDA Meetings Which Start at 7:00 P.M. City Council Chambers A copy of the full City Council packet is available to the public. The packet ring binder is located at the front of the Council Chambers by the Secretary. ACTIVE DISCUSSION ITEMS 1, Opportunity Site Development Strategy Report City Manager 2. Hwy 100 /James Circle Redevelopment Plan Update City Manager 3. Ordinance Changes Related to Off Street Parking City Manager 4. Results of PERF Violent Crime Study City Manager Pending List for Future Work Sessions February 1. Administrative Fines Update City Manager 2. EBHC D -Barn Lease Proposal 3. Sign Ordinance Flashing Lights Councilmember Lasman 4. 2011 Brooklyn Center Celebration —City Council 5. General Building Maintenance Plan 6. Automated Meter Reading Recommendation 7. 2008 Legislative Issues 8. Shingle Creek Waterway Plan Update 9. Report Regarding Crime Reduction Strategy City Manager March 1. TIF Districts Update City Manager 2. 2009 Budget Planning Process 3. Maintenance Funding for Three Rivers Park District Trails City Manager 4. Comprehensive Plan Update 5. 2008 Council Retreat Follow Up 6. EBHC Water Tower Project 7. Rental Strategies Update 8. Brooklyn Bridge Engaging Youth Initiative ion Agenda Item VVor K less Or City of Brooklyn Center A Millennium Community MEMORANDUM COUNCIL WORK SESSION DATE: January 24, 2008 TO: Brooklyn Center City Council FROM: Curt Boganey, City Manager SUBJECT: Opportunity Site Development Options COUNCIL ACTION REQUIRED Following the presentation, staff is seeking feedback, questions and further direction. BACKGROUND One year ago the City Council adopted a moratorium on development within the Opportunity Site Redevelopment Area. The staff indicated that it would take this time to determine what the viability for redevelopment would be particularly in light of the changes in eminent domain laws. To assist with this analysis Louck Associates was engaged to provide economic analysis that could be used as a foundation for prudent policy and administrative decisions. A representative from Louck Associates will present and will be available to address questions of the City Council COUNCIL POLICY ISSUES Does the City Council accept the findings of the study or is additional information required? Based on the findings, what actions should the staff pursue in response? 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Recreation and Community Center Phone TDD Number Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 (763) 569 -3400 City Hall TDD Number (763) 569 -3300 FAX (763) 569 -3434 FAX (763) 569 -3494 www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org REVIEW OF OPPORTUNITY SITE MASTER PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES PAGE INTRODUCTION 2 A. THE OPPORTUNITY SITE CALTHORPE STUDY AREA PURPOSES 2 B. THE CALTHORPE PLANNING PROCESS AND PLAN 3 C. OPPORTUNITY SITE CONCEPT AND MASTER PLANNING 4 D. RESTORING SITE'S VIABILITY IN MARKETPLACE 5 E. REDEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 5 i. Estimating and Funding the Financial Gap 5 ii. Reducing the Financial Gap 6 Community Open Space 6 Highway 100 District Configuration 6 Structured Parking 7 F. STRATEGIC ACQUISITION APPROACHES 7 G. OTHER REDEVELOPMENT PROJECTS STUDIED 8 i. Silver Lake Village —St. Anthony 8 ii. Excelsior and Grand —St. Louis Park 8 iii. Village in the Park -St. Louis Park 8 iv. Heart of the City Burnsville 9 H. OPPORTUNITY PLAN REVIEW FINDINGS 9 9 o January 2008 SSOCIATES i INTRODUCTION In mid -2007, the City of Brooklyn Center requested qualifications from consultants to update its 2000 Comprehensive Plan. The request indicated that the update should address incorporation of the Opportunity Site Master Plan Development Guidelines (the "Opportunity Plan prepared early in 2006 into the Comprehensive Plan. The invitation to submit a formal proposal to prepare the Comprehensive Plan update requested that the Opportunity Plan be reviewed to determine the viability and likelihood of successful implementation. This review considers the viability and likelihood of successful implementation of the Opportunity Plan as well as the Plan's foundation, central objective and economics. In 2002, as part of a "Smart Growth" initiative, Calthorpe and Associates was engaged by the Metropolitan Council and the City of Brooklyn Center to study a large area including the Opportunity Site. That study and plan laid a foundation for the Opportunity Plan and this review summarizes the Calthorpe Plan to provide a frame of reference and historical context for the Plan. This review also provides recommendations concerning changes to the Opportunity Plan that will maximize the impact of the Opportunity Site's redevelopment on its central objective: to enhance and strengthen the economic viability of the area and its status in the regional marketplace. Estimates of the cost of stimulating the project envisioned in the Opportunity Plan to occur and of the capacity of a 20 -year tax increment finance district on the Opportunity site to pay those costs are provided. Changes to the Opportunity Plan that, if made, would result in reducing the financing gap while not compromising design are recommended in the review. Finally, strategic approaches available to redeveloping cities to acquire and assemble property to overcome restrictions on the use of eminent domain are discussed. This review draws on experiences of redevelopment projects in the Twin Cities region that used similar design processes. Specific projects that were studied and that are summarized in this review include Silver Lake Village in St. Anthony Village; Excelsior Grand and Village in the Park in St. Louis Park; and Heart of the City in Burnsville. A. THE OPPORTUNITY SITE CALTHORPE STUDY AREA PURPOSES The Opportunity Plan addresses redevelopment of a 100 -acre area strategically located between Brookdale Shopping Center and Interstate 94. It focuses on only part of the 500 -acre area that was the subject of a "Smart Growth Twin Cities" study and report completed in 2003 by Calthorpe Associates for the Metropolitan Council and the City of Brooklyn Center that included development of an illustrative plan. The Calthorpe study report included the Opportunity Site as well as the area surrounding it as follows: 1. Brookdale Mall and service uses west of Brookdale; 2. The Hennepin County Library/Service Center, City Hall, Central Park and the multifamily north of County Road 10 and west of Shingle Creek Parkway; 3. The area of office, multifamily and hospitality uses north and northeast of the Opportunity Site; and 4. An eight -acre triangle of land owned by the City on the east side of Highway 100 and its intersections with County Road 10 and John Martin Drive. The Opportunity Plan "propose(s) recommendations that will reinforce and guide public /private investment in a manner that will enhance and strengthen the viability of the area and recommend Brooklyn Center as a regional point of destination." The Calthorpe report "illustrate(s) how Smart Growth development in an older suburban commercial area could serve to revitalize the area and ensure its long -term viability." Public transit and transit facilities are integral to Smart Growth and in the Calthorpe Plans. 2 B. THE CALTHORPE PLANNING PROCESS AND PLAN Three alternative sketch concept plans for the 500 -acre study area were formulated as follows: Concept A —Twins Stadium Concept (page 28): Included a 40,000 -seat stadium with 9,500 dedicated parking stalls and requirement for an additional 3,000 shared stalls for peak attendance. Concept B —Town Center Concept (page 29): A mixed -use neighborhood forms the heart of the area between Brookdale Mall and the Earle Brown Center, creating a true Town Center. Housing units (1400 total) constructed over a 10 -year period, provide a mixture of rental and ownership apartments, townhomes, work -live units. Redevelopment includes a transit center and attractive street frontage facing primary pedestrian routes. Summerchase and Target are retained at their current locations. Concept C— Regional Center Concept (page 30): Adds regional retail center with high concentration of jobs to the Town Center Concept including upgraded transit services and 1400 housing units. Major retail uses are consolidated in retail core areas surrounding Brookdale. Target relocates to Summerchase, Summerchase residents are accommodated in new affordable housing in mixed- income developments located throughout the Town Center Area. Shingle Creek is daylighted, new full service transit station is located on south side of County Road 10, pedestrian walkways are improved, cultural center civic plaza -parks are located in the Town Center to create a regional attraction. Mixed office and residential uses locate above ground -floor retail that front onto walkable, tree -lined streets. A final illustrative concept plan similar to C above emerged from input received from the public at open houses, and from the City Council and Finance Commission. This plan (page 40) includes the following features: A mixture of the regional retail destination with a citizens' desire for a place that will become the heart of the City. A new town center with new housing, some new and reconfigured streets, two post secondary schools, and a new system of neighborhood parks. 1400 new housing units, providing a variety of types (page 41). Relocation of Summerchase and blending of its residents into the Town Center. Small -scale grocery store and other shops to serve the neighborhood. An office park. 250 room business -class hotel. New buildings for the Tech Center and Business School. At the heart of the Town Center is a system of major civic parks and plaza for cultural activities. A network of new streets that crisscross the Town Center rather than the super blocks of 15 -60 acres. A new transit center on the western portion of the Brookdale Ford site. Movement of major retail currently at the Town Center site to the Brookdale area. The Urban Design Framework (page 52) sets the direction for placement, orientation, massing of new buildings in the Town Center so that the area redevelops in a pedestrian- friendly manner. 3 The goal is to shape change over time to create a town center with an active street life that mixes shops, workplaces, housing, recreation, and civic uses through design and street connectivity supporting the community and the pedestrians, enhancing civic spaces and connecting to the fabric of the City (page 52). The Calthorpe study included significant public input, including stakeholder workshops and meetings to gather input on the area and on the concept plans. "Chapter 2: Concept Plan Development" describes these public input processes and the Brooklyn Center City Council and Finance Commission's recommendations concerning the plan are summarized on page 40. The Calthorpe report begins its summary of meetings held with the business community in the summer of 2001 as follows: "There was a concern about a general decline in the area, as the building stock is aging and getting run -down and new retail development further out in the suburbs compete for customers." High retail vacancy rates, particularly in the Opportunity Site, are evidence of the relative economic and physical obsolescence of the area as a retail draw within the trade area. Restoration of the economic viability of the area is the central objective of City involvement in the area and in redevelopment of the Opportunity Site. The Calthorpe Plan devotes much of the implementation chapter on transportation issues, including shared parking, structured parking and transit facilities. The Plan identifies the transit center's location within the area as a limited resource available to influence future development patterns. The Plan discusses implementation issues on pages 60 through 62, though the discussion on the use of eminent domain became out -of -date with changes in state statute. C. OPPORTUNITY SITE CONCEPT AND MASTER PLANNING The Opportunity Plan's objective is to transform the site from an underperforming retail area into a vibrant mixed -use neighborhood destination. Six alternatives, as follows, were explored as means of accomplishing this in a manner consistent with the communities' vision: The Village at Shingle Creek The Backyard Green Main Street The Urban Village Earle Brown Parkway Interior Parkway Positive features of the six concept sketch plans identified through review and analysis were synthesized into a master plan providing for five land -use districts as follows: Mixed -use center (20 acres) Primarily retail uses on the first floor with housing or office uses above, a pedestrian friendly commercial center and community destination. Shingle Creek and Parkway Neighborhoods (15 and 22 acres, respectively) —A range of medium- to high- density housing styles and choices for everyone from empty nesters to young professionals. Highway 100 Office District (15 acres) High- density office to high- density housing according to market demand Community open space, trails and ponds (20 acres). 4 D. RESTORING SITE'S VIABILITY IN MARKETPLACE The Opportunity Plan is intended to enhance and strengthen the economic viability of the area and its status in the regional marketplace. Of the Opportunity Site, the part north across County Road 10 from Brookdale possesses the greatest potential to create draw to benefit the area. The master plan for the Opportunity Site includes a 20 -acre Mixed Use Center District in this location containing retail shops and restaurants on the first floor with office uses (or housing) above a 360,000 square foot, pedestrian friendly commercial center and community destination. While some demand for this type of retail in the area exists, neither the Opportunity Plan nor the Calthorpe Study provide evidence that this much specialty retail and restaurant would be absorbed. The Illustrative Plan in the Calthorpe report designated the apartment building site directly north across County Road 10 from Brookdale Mall for redevelopment with anchor retail. The Opportunity Plan contains no anchor retail. The Opportunity Site Plan does suggest that "big box" and "franchise" retailers in the Mixed Use Center District would be considered, but that they should be conditioned on buildings being wrapped with in -line shops, architecturally treated on all four sides, oriented (fagades) to major streets and serviced with structured parking to minimize large surface lots. Streets segment this Mixed Use Center District into six sites on the Opportunity Site Master Plan and two to five -level buildings on each site are suggested. This design is conducive to specialty retail and restaurant on the first floor with office or housing above, but not to Big Box, Franchise or anchor retailers. Incorporating anchor retail in the Mixed Use Center District would necessitate making adjustments to the master plan design. E. REDEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS Real estate development and the assumption of financial risks and rewards associated with it are generally viewed as the private sector's role. In a capitalistic market, investment flows to where projected rates of return, adjusted for risk, are the greatest. Extra costs associated with redevelopment as compared to vacant land development include building acquisition and demolition, occupant relocation and soil contamination remediation. These extra costs of redevelopment need to be assumed by a third party in order to give redevelopment the same profit potential as vacant land development. Unless these extra costs of redevelopment are assumed through a public incentive, land values in a redevelopment area will need to decline to the point where they are less than bare land values by the value of the building and cost of building demolition and soil contamination remediation before redevelopment will occur. (Without public involvement there would be no legal requirement to compensate occupants for relocation.) This downward spiral of declining land value and building decay can have a blighting impact far beyond the original area in need of redevelopment if the public sector does not act to stimulate redevelopment when high vacancies are first observed. The Opportunity Site has not redeveloped because of the extra costs associated with redeveloping it. The financial gap between a willing developer's investment in the project and the cost of the project needs to be funded, financed or subsidized in order to entice the private sector to undertake the project. i. Estimating and Funding the Financial Gap The extra land cost of redeveloping versus developing on vacant land needs to come from public sources. These funding sources may include tax increment financing, tax increment fund balances or special assessment financing for infrastructure (street, utilities, landscaping, street lights, grading and park improvements) from the City, as well as grants, loans or loan guarantees from the Metropolitan Council, the State of Minnesota or the federal government. 5 Tax increment financing is the funding source relied on most heavily in Minnesota to fill the the buildings in the Opportunity Site is relatively hi financing While the vacancy rate m y Y h g g Y g PP and many are economically and physically obsolete, not enough appear to be sub standard accordin g to current statutory definition in order to make the findings necessary to create a tax increment financing district. Thus special legislation will likely be required if tax increment financing is to be used to fill the financing gap. Attachment A is an estimate of the capacity for financing project costs assuming special legislation is secured that would allow the City of Brooklyn Center to collect 20 years of tax increments generated from the Opportunity Site from the uses set forth in the Opportunity Plan. Assuming that the cleared land can be sold for $6 per square foot, the project cost capacity ranges from approximately $34 million to $97 million, depending on the intensity level of redevelopment assumed. This compares with project costs of $86 million to $128 million as indicated on cost estimates shown on Attachment B. Thus assuming special legislation can be secured that would allow a 20 -year tax increment financing district to be created, assuming a district is created and assuming a redevelopment project of the sort envisioned by the Opportunity Plan there would be a financing gap of $31 to $52 million. ii. Reducing the Financial Gap The uses and design of a redevelopment project impact the size of the financial gap that needs to be filled to make a project economically feasible. Changes to several components of the master plan for the Opportunity Site would reduce the size of the financial gap while not adversely affecting design. Community Open Space The master plan for the Opportunity site includes a 20 -acre community open green space running through the center of the site with a roadway running around its perimeter. The open space contains ponds and perhaps an outdoor amphitheater, using the ponds as a backdrop. The ponds serve as rate and quality control for storm water runoff as well as an amenity to the project and they are looped by pedestrian/bike trails. Storm water ponds are also located on the master plan between Highway 100 and its northwest frontage roads. The ponds on the master plan occupy about eight acres of the land within the site, probably somewhat less than what will be required to meet the minimum requirements of the Shingle Creek Watershed. While the 13 -14 acres of green space in the community open space, the trail looping around the ponds and the outdoor amphitheater shown on the master plan are amenities to the project, they take up valuable land and therefore increase the financial gap that needs to be filled. At the same time Central Park, a 48 -acre community park within a block of Shingle Creek Parkway west of the project, provides the site with reasonably convenient access to parks and open spaces. Consideration should be given to reducing the size of the green space and enhancing the connection of the project to Central Park in order to reduce the financial gap that needs to be filled to make the project economically feasible. Highway 100 District Configuration c passing the site on and accessing With exposure to significant traffi p g S the site from Highway 100, the Highway 100 District will be the signature, image- setting entry to the Opportunity Site Redevelopment Project. A vertical and horizontal mix of office and residential uses, as well as ancillary ground -floor retail will occur in this District, according to the Plan. At least 75% of the required parking for the District will be structured and only 25% of the parking will be allowed in surface lots. The more compact (versus elongated) the parking structure configuration, the lower the cost per parking space, the less detracting aesthetically and the shorter the distance from parking spaces to destination for parkers. This District is about 300 feet in depth measured perpendicular to Highway 100 making it likely that buildings and parking would need to be 0 stretched out along the highway frontage. Consideration should be given to increasing the width 6 of this district so that the parking may be clustered behind buildings to obscure their view from Highway 100. This adjustment to the Highway 100 District could be accommodated by moving the part of the Parkway District adjacent to this District northwesterly and reducing the width and therefore size of the community open space. Structured Parking The Plan encourages structured parking instead of surface parking in both the Mixed Use Center and in the Highway 100 District. As indicated in the Calthorpe Study (page 55) the comparative economics of land value to construction cost do not support structured parking. A surface parking space costs about $7 per square foot or $2,500 per space to build, whereas a structured space costs from $35 to $43 (median $39) per square foot or $12- 15,000 per space. Land for parking must cost in excess of $32 per square foot ($39 minus $7) in order for economics to support construction of structured parking. Land in the Opportunity Site is worth $8 to $10 (median $9) per square foot and therefore will need to increase by about $23 per square foot in order to make construction of structured parking economic. In other words a public incentive of $23 per square foot of structured parking or about $8,000 per structured parking space would be required to make it economical to construct structured parking. About one off street parking space is required per 200 square feet of office or retail and the annual tax increment collected from 200 square feet ($290 to $380) would not be adequate to pay off bonds to provide the required $8,000 up front public incentive. Outside funds could be used to offset the $23 per square foot differential to make construction of parking spaces in a ramp economic. The City of St. Louis Park secured funding from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development and the Metropolitan Council to help fill in the gap to construct structured parking at Excelsior Grand. Tax increment financing is another possible source of funding that may be used to make up this gap. To some large users, particularly corporate office campuses, this economic gap in construction of structured parking does not prevent them from building structured parking. For example, it may be difficult to find a site large enough to accommodate them in a desirable location and the benefits of consolidating operations in a single location may outweigh the premium required to construct the structured parking. F. NEW ACQUISITION APPROACHES Since the Calthorpe study was completed early in 2003, restrictions placed on the use of eminent domain (condemnation) make multiple parcel redevelopment, like the Opportunity Site, more challenging for cities. In many cases, cities no longer have the threat of eminent domain available to use as leverage in their acquisition negotiations and as a result, cities need to be more strategic in acquisition and assembly of land as part of their redevelopment efforts. Following are strategic approaches that redeveloping cities should consider to overcome restrictions placed on the use of eminent domain: Cities need to be more open in their communication with owners of property in redevelopment areas so they are looked on as potential buyers when owners are thinking of selling. Cities need to become more sophisticated in their understanding of the development process to provide opportunities for investor owners to reinvest in the redevelopment. Parties occupying one part of a redevelopment site may be good candidates for relocation to a redeveloped part of the redevelopment site. (A couple of strong potential retail anchors are currently located in the northern part of the Opportunity Site. Relocating these users to new buildings in the south part of the Opportunity Site would not only 7 create draw to this area and consolidate new retail with the existing retail in Brookdale Mall but would also free up locations in the north part of the Opportunity Site for additional redevelopment.) G. OTHER REDEVELOPMENT PROJECTS STUDIED The 100 -acre Opportunity Site is significantly larger than any of the other redevelopment projects studied as part of this review. Silver Lake Village and Heart of the City are 57 acres and 54 acres in size, respectively, and are a mixture of housing, office and commercial. The St. Louis Park redevelopment projects studied are much smaller and more intensely developed than the other projects. Excelsior Grand at 15 acres is primarily housing with some first floor retail while Village in the Park is eight acres and exclusively owner occupied condominiums and row townhomes. Attached is a table summarizing these projects. i. Silver Lake Village —St. Anthony This project is located about five miles north of the Minneapolis central business district on Silver Lake Road in St. Anthony Village. This project involved the redevelopment of the Apache Plaza Shopping Center and consists of 57 acres of land. Commercial and residential uses are segregated on the site with commercial located along Silver Lake Road, a major street abutting the east side of the parcel. There is no structured parking in the project and the highest valued commercial land is worth $12 per square foot. Commercial anchors in the project include a Cub Foods store, a Wal -mart store and a Walgreens drug store, totaling 238,000 square feet. Additional retail and office of 85,000 square feet bring the total commercial in the project to 323,000 square feet. The redevelopment project includes 263 market -rate rental housing units and 156 cottage and condominium housing units located deeper on the site away from Silver Lake Road. The average density of the housing in the project is 33.5 units per acre. The project contains an outdoor amphitheater with seating built into the side of a storm water ponding area with the "stage" also serving as a piece of public art. ii. Excelsior and Grand —St. Louis Park Located about six miles from downtown, this 15 -acre redevelopment project is very dense as compared to the Silver Lake Village project. The project consists of 644 housing units, about half condominium units and half rental. Condominium and rental housing are located on three floors above 87,000 square feet of ground floor retail in three separate buildings. Two parking structures in the blocks with rental housing accommodate 850 cars and the condominium structures each accommodate parking underground. The overall housing density on the site is 43 units per acre. At $10 per square foot, the highest valued land in the project does not economically support structured parking. The City of St. Louis Park was able to secure funds from the Metropolitan Council and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development to assist in constructing the parking structures. A green public plaza leads off of Excelsior Boulevard to Wolfe Park and the City's indoor recreation center. A piece of public art is featured in the plaza. iii. Village in the Park —St. Louis Park About six miles from downtown Minneapolis, this project consists of 251 condominium housing units and 77 row townhouses on 7.7 acres of land for an overall density of 42.5 units per acre. There is no structured parking in the project and there are no outstanding public features. It is significant that the condominium units routinely sold for two times the assessor's estimated market value. 8 f he City—Burnsville iv. Heart o t C y This 54 -acre project is planned to contain a mix of uses including housing, retail and office. The project has significant land area remaining to be redeveloped and is 15 miles from downtown Minneapolis. Housing components constructed include 84 affordable and 63 market -rate rental apartment units, and 209 condominium housing units. Retail of 38,500 square feet has been constructed, and the project can accommodate significant additional retail. Structured parking has been constructed in the project. H. OPPORTUNITY PLAN REVIEW FINDINGS The Plan and Guidelines are design oriented and have a weak foundation in the realities of the marketplace and redevelopment financing. The Master Plan limits the potential contribution that the Opportunity Site's redevelopment could make to the restoration of viability of the area as a retail center. Adjustments to the master plan to make the Mixed Use Center District conducive to anchor retail should be considered. Adjustments to the master plan to increase the width of the Highway 100 District while at the same time decreasing the Community Open Space area should be considered. In conjunction with authorized modifications to the master plan, the Opportunity Plan should be exposed to the development community for solicitation of development interest. Sources to fund the gap to stimulate the redevelopment of the Opportunity Site, in addition to tax increment financing through special legislative authorization, should be identified and pursued. Sources of funding to make structured parking more economically feasible should be identified. Restrictions on the use of condemnation in acquiring the land in the Opportunity Site require the City to operate strategically. i 9 ATTCH,►�IIENT A zoos 65 Ca aCity Egtima�e Increme Annual Tax I I Pr Cost Value Tax Low ort�nit Site- a cct and A nnua- value cl ass T `�apacityH� R� 7 87,50 0 1$90 doo Gapes. R me ValuesTaX ft.) Total Mkt H;9h 1.20 Atter pe�elo L� 6,250 1,5 2,6 40,0x0 Mkt v'1. of Ha h 792,000 157,500,000 0,p 1.20 units (sqH` h L...r 2,200,000 604,800 L� 65,6 25,000 660,000 25()'560 175, O.a1 1.20 e- District 900 125,000 2 20 000,000 504 p()0 3,21 6,()00 us 66 525 ,0 00,000 208, le Gr. 250,000 0.02 800 705,600 Shin9 200, 25, 200 404 2.' 68() 120 Res 880 10,440,000 5$8,000 8,350 33 70 2, 535 660 parkway 60 134,0p Res: 60 8 ,0 29 400,400 6,959'000 3 174,000 0 2,1 13,050 Mixe use 60 000 536,7 000. 000 1, 675,0p0 171,465' 936• 100 490, TQTAi 936,000 I pffice Hwy• and Ann ual TaX_ 78 (),p ()p 1.20 Ga acitV a.o2 780 Va Tax 7,4j 4,80 130 pevelo p�t 39 000, 000 39, 040,000 1,599, 7,4j 4,800 0 1.20 1 599,660 U. Less d Annual Tax Increm 1 ,333,05 6,179,0 red V Ia' alue` Caclt Ga to present Value (92,44 (19,935,299) 4797) 111.E u al Equ als a l T ax Incre 79,8 738} o st aka 8p4 achy TIF (17,220 861) from Iv. ProLct G Gd Number Y earsi A nnual 599, 7'41 project Cost Cap 17,068,407) Interest Rate! 20 3_1 05' Equa (17,068 X07) 0.050 Interest Rate 1 e 2 Equals g6y8g1,145) pivided by Ca pitalized interest) 1.05 (34,28982 Present value 6lsgft Divided by acres x 43,56 plus land sale proceeds, 72 0 sgft.lacre x oats Total Protect Cost Capacity Eq A,STAWMENT B Jan -08 incentive required t Cos Estimate_ structured at $8,000 per spac R arking spaces low high �ortunit Site at 1!2 minimum p low h►gh 000 aces hi 00 sq ft' structured 6,61 2 000 13,680, parking spgh 1,710 parking feet low 827 50,2 50,000 Structured square igh 0.95 low 1800 6,281 14,700,000 870 0.75 1,838 360,0 8375 21,312,000 63,930,000 174,000 2450 2,664 7,99 Retail- Mixed Use 1,675, 1 0,175 490,0Q Office- HwY• 100 3,320 Subtota value x 1.4 Relocation, st ro ertY AcCuistion and value acauisitio n co 11 620,0 acres_ 9,300,000 4 060,000 9.02 29 00,000 3 500, T1F #2. 2.90 2,500, 5 740,0 Target 6.46 Z,00,Q00 4.41 6,160.000 Best Buy Plaza 4,400,000 5 880,000 Brookvievw 11.69 4 200,00 inland Ryan 23.20 5,740,000 Susco Corp ration 4100, Sq uare 8 61 1,4000 ,00 Brookda 1 000,000 2,100,000 TIF #3. 1.83 1 500, A,540,0 Brookdale Ford 1.61 1,100,000 840, jani King 1.35 600,0 1,12 000 54,740, GodlendValue 1.18 800,000 54,740, 5,040,000 54,740,000 Tire Plus Buffet 0, 80 3,6 00,000 9,800, Perkins 7.98 9 Health Partners 00,00 School 470,000 Mn School of Business 81.04 128, Subtotal Calthorp Report) $5,852,000 Subtotal Infrastructure (from Gran Total 0 Comparison of Redevelooment Proiects to Orwortunity Site Prolect ATTACHMENT C Dec. 2007 Proiect: Heart of the City- Burnsville Excelsior &Grand- SLID Village /Park -SLP Silver Lk. Vil: St. Anthony Proposed Opportunity Site Public Features: Community Arts Center Brass Sculpture none Outdoor Ampitheater Trail around pond Community Park with Ampitheater Town Green Public Art Size: 54 acres 15 acres 7.7 acres 57 acres 92 acres Uses: Housing Units Rental Affordable 84 units 18 units Market rate 63 units 320 units 263 units Owner occupied 209 units 302 units 328 units 156 units Total 356 units 640 328 units 419 units 1030- 2080 Hotel Units Retail Square Feet 38,500 sq. ft. 87,000 sq. ft. 322,500 sq. ft. 174,000- 360,000 sq. ft. Office Square Feet 490,000- 1,675,000 sq. ft. Structured Parking Ramp yes 850 spaces yes Underground 433 spaces Total 1,283 spaces I oli I dj r v Oo C 0 7 ice/ r 1 introbuction ANk do o ;?go 09 p `R F- s e ortun y hor pe a in d� n gs n ReN/le\,N o ects pia ent pr n►ty Oppor r r-sxn Of s�m��a �I 7 I 7 f T N i 4 1 r TI A13 r :':6 LEGEND N to e t t l' j Sludt Area boundary 6 I C�' i �r. i ..tit 1 33' *r KegInnal ]roil ]of-#" pf"tinnl TAIL Y LAND USE S� V a• a C. "O hdrealu»r U- 0. M1 'UM.. tie•., Cwa�mW1 s Mrdlfhm0y Dwdlflys 7 iJ1 1 J iirr W.nL Tnwnhus• 7uavnhum. I .i� .r. moo• r�� s� .yr. •t2 4- s V .7 r T *a 1'"1 a J ..t` 1. 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Adjustments to the master akway,�. plan to make the Mixed- iNelghbochood 21•,cres�` Use Center District :i yqo conducive to anchor retail Mixed Use Dlst ,Center. :3 1b�As f 20 Acres cre should be considered New�Split Diamond kV JAI p a a a p e0ue4?,eiyt y�a�ad OZ d e,u --wao fir: tf- OJAS as aaap pin 0�4 auk M fq junj .u j,u O 3 lie al�u 6 eN,�•. POUM ICS nnv� H O said oZ a�a�s! 4 o� u a�edS ua uIp uavuj O�' saa�;d•5 s1eua auj j al Nag u 1 0 Pl an O =Shingle ;tC eek pist�ict n s Re Fin i ..Community Ope In conjunction with 20 Ac res f authorized modifications 4 ighbDrhood 21• Acres'� to the master plan, the :Hlghway1.00 Opportunity Plan should d Use ist ct u_ r.Frt Center 15�Acres be exposed to the New.Split ,irrir'• Interchange r Y� development community for sol icitation of development interest. pu OUR uopezlimpna anljalsi aj lemeds qBnojql Buloue e6uey_ielu� M puoweid y u a w as a u i xel 0 u o' I uldg MaN f+ri f il��* ��u ;sia ash paziyy ul `a Al!unlioddo: a dZZ� juawdOIGAG u� jo 00 �0 6ia'� p 4 Qu. e qj aleinwils Y 01 deB a u n of saga n o a�eilg uadp S#UIPUI MOWN 0 05uiys UPId Ali unpodd "D 7 yet f�7 'lN cp� O D co t'1 m ct 4 J !l Cl) CD i r a n OMMIL CD CL FD CL o c� r PI n Opp a s a1�.: Lr tr7� Review Fin i n s a: A sz� Restrictions on the use G= \jQ¢�y i ��t of condemnat n acquiring the land in the q g Opportunity Site require 5rgk natoSpam the City too erate p r trategically. r Hefan Existing Study Area Land Use rm7- Brooklyn Cente Downtown Orc,acgArw,�ouM, elsi a L ouis P ar k e �T, F AS.: NEFF moo tit 1 I A b M"Ilt It i w Aq M L1 i 01AN 04 O pow CC a i 11 a t` �u n a Uestion Answeir LoUCKS 7200 Hemlock Lane, Suite 300 Minneapolis, MN 55369 Tel. 763.424.5505 Fax 763.424.5822 \a\ Za a ���ƒ .td 4 a i� r I i t f i FJrwf rk r dogslaoM 1!:)uno:) Al!:) LOOZ `ZZ aunf (sajepossd aagaej uowea) suO!Ieaap!suOD (saiuedwo:) ueA�j) ju@wdolanapa�j panu!luo:) LOOZ `ZZ AeW (lu@wdolanaQ Q]pl) suoileaap!suOD ju@wdolanapa�j (q:)aeasad pla!jxeW) suoileaap!suOD I@ laeW (sale!:)ossy aagaej uowea) uoileaap!suo:) uO!saa uegan LOOZ `9Z I!add saleiDossb aagaej uowe(] gjinn sdogs�ao/v\ ash puei uoi ew�o u l punojSl:)e ooh AAA V6 19%. June "It was the majority consensus of the City Council to pursue a corporate office variety using a Master Developer Agreement as the method." "It was the majority consensus that the City Council should be prepared to offer all or a portion of the land as a subsidy for the right development:' f 4 •�i r 'r� rn r i A u- V it 9 7 crJ" tw✓ ..i.;. 1. 1 .10 ......ter, slow 'r w Alb AM i Fra0waY Boulevard 85th Avenue North I prassY Pamn9 Area Parini" TP-3 Area o V Z I SIde Pik _3 m u I Forma UST v Basin I Former Oats In 1° Building Footprint i TP -1 SV -2 I V� V TP -2 I FP b o SV- m L 3 C m Q 0 E 0 2 Former Days Inn ay rt tSUt Freew t3riulevard��0 i prooklyn GeM"'c Minnesota N Figure 19ur MaP with ggg LE6EN0 riot Slte LayOUt 'I Forrnar Data Inn S.Ilding Foote Proposed Trench Locatio ^s t e Locadnn (t o1:+o C g Soll Vap°r Sampl q 7/0912 NA to al �jUn Test Trench Lacatlon (O t �m i s i �fitiiW�l qrr 1501 a 1 i H IGH WA y >c fi~ AlL 4 s cs r r i IC'1 E 04 JA IF a r W ti R# x r r Work Session Agend Item N 2 OX City of Brooklyn Center A Millennium Community MEMORANDUM COUNCIL WORK SESSION DATE: January 24, 2008 TO: Brooklyn Center City Council/EDA FROM: Curt Boganey, City Managejo� SUBJECT: Hwy 100 /James Circle Redevelopment Update COUNCIL ACTION REQUIRED This item is presented as an informational update. BACKGROUND In 2006 and 2007 the EDA acquired the former, Days Inn, Olive Garden and Cracker Barrel properties. The EDA directed staff to maximize the value of the redevelopment by seeking proposals for Class A office redevelopment. The purpose this item is discuss actions the staff has taken on the site to facilitate development and recommended future actions necessary to completely develop the site. COUNCIL POLICY ISSUES Is there additional information required by the EDA/Council about this project at this time? GACity Manager \WORKSESSION.MEMYRM.doc 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Recreation and Community Center Phone TDD Number Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 (763) 569 -3400 City Hall TDD Number (763) 569 -3300 FAX (763) 569 -3434 FAX (763) 569 -3494 www.cityolbrooklyncenter.org ua �do�anapa 2 i s 00 t N\VA'8 1769 L f a� r �r t t 1. u r ,kk r At l r Ir W C i dogslao/V\ 1!:)uno:) Al!:) LOOZ `ZZ aun f (salel:)ossy aagaej uowea) suoileaap!suoD (saiuedwo:) ueAj) juawdolanapaH panuljuoD LOOZ `ZZ AeW (lu@wdolanaa Q]pl) suoileaap!suo:) ju@wdolanapa�j (paeasa�] pla!jxeW) suoileaap!suoD IaNaew (sale!:)ossb aagaej uowea) uoileaap!suoD u .O!saa uegan LOOZ '9Z I!add saleiDossd aagae j uoweci gl!nn sdogslao/v\ ash puei uoi eao a l punoi-Oloe OOT Ate. t6r% June "It was the majority consensus of the City Council to pursue a corporate office variety using a Master Developer Agreement as the method:' "It was the majority consensus that the City Council should be prepared to offer all or a portion of the land as a subsidy for the right development:' J t t .�.p• --tee Ito f ti.' ti CO J O J cn E V 1 t f r� i OL I f D K 0 BON Z-dl 4 ta t A 3 z ns w dl- to JI sAe� yews m S Vi8g9 l_ II C ylau,:o3 a �fl epls `g 1 SON /ti eeitl 'A a ^wand 4t59 7 P'�nel ^o9 s t.. a I i 1, f rt I A �K AK 15`01 r r �f �r O m Al p 00 N O h r ton s office* sera Clan Ilu oor 1 ft. f If st a c NO Work Session Agenda Item No. 3 0:T City of Brooklyn Center A Millennium Community MEMORANDUM COUNCIL WORK SESSION DATE: January 24, 2008 TO: Brooklyn Center City Council FROM: Curt Boganey, City Manag SUBJECT: Off Street Parking Issues COUNCIL ACTION REQUIRED Following the staff presentation staff will be requesting Council direction as it relates specific recommended code changes. BACKGROUND This item is presented as an update to the October 22 worksession item regarding Vehicle Regulations. At that work session staff was directed to proceed with the development of ordinance changes to address the various concerns regarding, off street parking requirements, i.e. definition of front yard, operational effectiveness, junk cars, side yard, and rear yard storage and on street parking enforcement. COUNCIL POLICY ISSUES Are the recommended code changes consistent with Council goals and objectives? Are there specific changes required before Council consideration? i Mana G' \C ty ger \WORKSESSION.MEM.FRM doc 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Recreation and Community Center Phone TDD Number Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 (763) 569 -3400 City Hall TDD Number (763) 569 -3300 FAX (763) 569 -3434 FAX (763) 569 -3494 www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org i Draft 01 -28 -08 REGULATING THE OPERATING. PARKING. STORING. REPAIRING. SERVICING AND MAINTAINING OF INOPERABLE AND /OR JUNK VEHICLES Section 19 -1301. INTENT AND CONSTRUCTION. The collection of unused and unusable motor vehicle bodies, parts, engines and related accessories having become a common occurrence in the community, and such collection having become a source of danger to the physical and mental well being of children and adults within the community, and such collection having become a visual blight and source of concern and complaint by citizens of the community, this vehicle ordinance is enacted for the purpose-. of prohibiting the collection and maintaining of such motor vehicle bodies, parts, engines and related accessories. Nothing in this ordinance is intended to restrict the abatement of abandoned vehicles as regulated in City Code Section 19- 1001. Section 19 -1302. DEFINITIONS. The following words and terms are defined as follows: a. PERSON: Pe rson mea aAny natural person, Drovertv owner. tenant, occuvant. lessee, firm, association, partnership or corporat i0ii and agent of any of the aforesaid, except duly licensed new and used car dealers; ;while engaged in the' lawful operation of their business. b. IMPOUND. To take and hold a vehicle in legal custody. C. INOPERABLE OR JUNK VEHICLE: aAny mats vehicle which is has not had a current vehicle pr6per licensed for operation within the State of Minnesota by St f Min nesota o pr -ly liee b other state r^, which is not in operable condition; or is Dlaced on Jack blocks or other sunnorts: or, which is partially dismantled; or which is used for sale of parts, or as a source of repair or replacement parts for other vehicles; or which is kept for scrapping, dismantling, or salvage of any kind; or otherwise in a condition that renders it unlawful to overate in the State of Minnesota. d. VEHICLE: Anv vehicle, motor vehicle, semi trailer, or trailer as defined in M.S. S 169.01 as,t may be:amended from time to time. including vioneer, classic collector and street rod.vehicies demolition vehicles. race cars or anv machine or equipment proDelled by cower than human Dower. designed to travel along the ground by use of wheels. "treads. runners or slides and transport Dersons or Droperty or Dull machinery. It also includes. without limitation. automobile. truck, trailer, motorcvcle and tractor. Section 19 -1303. PARKING AND STORAGE. With the eNeeptien of appr-epr-ia4ely lieensed pioneer-, elassie, or- eelleeter- vehieles as defined in Mimeseta Statutes Seetion 168.4-0 eNo person shall park, keep, place or store, or permit the parking or storage of an inoperable or Junk vehicle on a public street, er alley property or on any private lands or premises in the city for longer than 48 hours with the following exceptions:. Page 1 of 3 a. unless the vehicle sha4l be is located within an enclosed building on such premises; or b. the vehicle is located on the premises of a business enterorise operated in a lawful place and manner, when necessary to the operation of such business enterorise: or C. the vehicle is located in an appropriate storage place or depository maintained in a lawful place and manner by the city. Appropriately l ieens ed but inoperable- pienc r- ,c elassie OF e el l ieet8r -vehiel s as defined by 2c p e efien 16 8.40 may be star -ed on the evffler pr-ep provided tha ss'u'�h v Vl V1VJ are n vi by m Section 19 -1304. STORAGE OF PARTS, ENGINE S, AND RELATED ACCESSORIES.. No person shall store or keep parts, engines and related s on a public street or alley or on any private lands or premises in the citv h 1--" Of ls, unless such parts, engines, and related accessories are kept or stored within an enclosed building in compliance with citv codes. Section 19 -13XX. ABATEMENT OF AN %INOPERABLE OR RJNK, VEHICLE. A vehicle found in violation of Section 194: X1303 or has' t hid a current vehicle license by the 0 State of Minnesota for the east 90 ii 9 considered a bublic nuisance and maybe impounded by the Citv Manager or designated agent. a. Notice and hearing Before impound' a ihnk vehicle or inoperable vehicle, the Manager "or °designated agent rriust give` 0 dais written notice through service by mail, by posting a notice on the property, or bv_ per"sonal delivery to the owner of or person in control of tl c`nropertv on° ch the vehicle is located. When the propertv is occupied, sere ce,..0 or ,the, occurs is deemed service upon the owner. Where the uroierty is unoccupied or abandoned; service may be by mail to the last known owner of record of the. property or'`bv posting on the property. The notice must state: (1) A description =of the vehicle: (21 ,That the vehi e must be moved or properly stored within 10 days of service of the notice, (3) That cif the eiicle is not removed or properly stored as ordered, the vehicle will be tutl and impounded at an identified location: (4) That the """Vehicle may be reclaimed in accordance with the procedures contained in M.S. 616813.07 or disposed of in accordance with M.S. 6168B.08: (5) That the property owner is responsible for anv costs associated with the abatement, including anv administrative fees: and (6) That the owner of the vehicle or the owner of or person in control of the property on which the vehicle is located may in writing reauest a hearing before the Citv Manager or designated agent. Page 2 of 3 b. Hearing, action. If a hearing is reauested during the 10 -dav period. the Citv Manager or designated agent must promptly schedule the hearing, and no further action on the towing and impoundment of the vehicle may be taken until the Citv Manager's decision is rendered. At the conclusion of the scheduled hearing, the City Manager or designated agent may (1) cancel the notice to remove the vehicle: (2) modifv the notice: or (3) affirm the notice to remove. If the notice is modified or affirmed, the vehicle must be disposed of in accordance with the citv's written order. C. Impounding procedures. The impounded vehicle will be surrendered to the owner by the towing_ contractor onlv upon pavment ofthe'reauired impound, towing and storage fees. Vehicle impounding will be conducted in accordance with M.S. Ch. 168B, governing the sale of abandoned motor >wehicles. d. Assessment of administrative costs. The city costs Hof :abatement shall be a lien against the subiect real estate and may be levied and :collected as a special assessment in the manner provided ly M.S. 429.101. All" the provisions of M.S. 429.101 are incomorated by reference. Section 19 -1305. CONSTRUCTION AND APPLICATION. Nothing in this ordinance shall be construed to permit any act prohibited by any other ordinance, statute, or rule of law. Section 19-1306.," Should auy� section, subdivision, clause, or other provision of this ordinance be declared by a court of `competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity, of the ordinances as a whole nor of any part thereof other than the part so declared to be invalid. Section -19- 4307: PENALTY. Any person violating the provisions of this ordinance, upon conviction; shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. panish "b<, ,„o rnot m or e then one +h,,,,s,,,a or- it nOt te exeeed ninety (90) days or- both, together- iN4th the e oese Page 3 of 3 f a dp m dp dpp dp m a Po a dp r s� m a m (mopa ap dp Agenda Review suggested plan for code revisions- phases gg P 3 P Phase I- In depth review of current ro osals proposals Council feedback Proceed 'k fors ode rev s ons Sugg p and/ straight issues Phase I Address most critical and/ l unk /inoperable vehicles and definition clarification Fro nt y related Phase II- Address more involved a nd integrated vehicle code issues Green space requirement Driveway design standards and maintenance Phase III- Address backyard issues and recommended changes Note:, Bring forty Review with city Attorney city Council in code changes Planning Commission for zoning 3 of /a8 /o8 Standards er a b\e velh e d La im n e rneaning, e asier t� n t cha g clarifi dpesn Word clariW, understand at c leanup" General form daTds EX. Pen of scan codes Duplication eT a Pl��able city Reference to °th p CIdSS1C e xemP�- for inoPerabl R vehicles treated e qually 4 p,11 vehicles IC' e ble V h s tanda rd s a�j ra o er of �u "kl i 1�1 ra e LAC1 S for stQ ble catl fi accep S ed building sineSs Cl�rl s dean e clo stated bu Vehicl Bated insl lawfully p e f acility Ve hi c les to as art of a e c1tY st °rag les Stored asp art e 111A Velz1c re d at an app o erabl hides Sto 1 n P Ve a b a te (remOve for for clty t° unl�ee d auth° e a Adele to u1lice "S el vehl re idled) ye h 1c les ri to a ba e vo rl� q dlt au tho tY a S ('anf`las Ll than 9° d Y Yo re t r ocess batsm "t A dded n requlrem -e I otlf lcatio 1 stor age 5 rocsss fort °wind► Appe p Mate law MN Reference un =c ino p erab e vehic e standards cont... Added a p rocess for cost recovery Option to pass administrative charge Check by resolution Towing fees handled by towing contractor- towing and storage 01/28/0g 6 s n ar j e i �ti 3 .��t�` a� ...yt> °e w� s� �'S,. g:�" r i i n Front a r i cat o o Diag rams indicating and areas g Y Draft language to match diagrams of /28 /o8 F ro n t Y a rd Green shaded area is front yard by code definition P erceptions Blue line border is typical (Reviewed with City Council Previously) perception of front yard REAR REAR REAR garage w SIDE w w house Z house garag 0 (A garage w Li 0 house I n FRONT a FRONT FRONT 3 o P ROPERTY LINE+ -w-► v` PROPERTY LINE R 0 W PRbPERTY LINE R0W R o CURB %ROAb EDGE CURB%ROAD EDGE OURB/ROAD EDGE 01/28/08 8 Proposed Front Yard D efinitions- Compatible with Perceptions REAR REAR REAR w garage w SIDE house w w house garage Q a LLJ house garage v FRONT o FRONT FRONT W PROPERTY LINE— .L v PROPERTY LINE R.O.W. v R.D.W.. CURB /ROAD EDGE CURB /ROAD EDGE PROPERTY LINE-"--�:"" CURB /ROAD EDGE" 01/28/0$ 9 Proposed Front Yard Definitions Standard Lots w z o REAR REAR 25 FT 15 FT SIDE ADJACENT TO STREET w w w house garage house garage A o FRONT. FRONT PROPERTY LINES v PROPERTY LINE—m—a*' R.O.W. CURB /ROAD EDGE R.O.W. CURB /ROAD EDGE a 4 01/28/o8 10 E x a mple Yar Language YARD. An open space unobstructed from the ground upward with the exception of landscape materials and minor 'fixtures of a non- structural nature commonly pfound in a yard. For the purpose of this chapter, front yard, side Y Y and and rar and shall have the following meanings: (i) Yard, Front. The area between the front lot line and a line drawn along the front face or faces of the principal structure on the property and extended to the side property lines. Where a lawful existing garage is located closer to the front lot line than the principal structure, the front yard is the area between the front lot line and a line drawn along the front face or faces of the principal structure to the perpendicular line following the accessory structure to the front face of the accessory structure and extended to the side property line. For properties where the front yard definition is not applicable, the city will determine the front yard area. (Figures 1 5) (2) Yard, Rear. The area between the rear lot line and the closest portion of the principal structure and abutting the side and front yard. (Figures i 5) (3) Yard, Side. The area.extendingg from the front yard to the rear yard along side lot line measured er ,endicularl from the side lot line to the close P t p oint of a structure. (Fig `5) Y 01/28/08 11 Questions Is the proposed plan schedule acceptable? Any changes to proposed code intentions for junk /inoperable vehicles? Any changes suggested to yard definition? Should we proceed? Next step to work with City Attorney Continue work on other vehicle issues Thankyou_ 01i28io8 12 �I I b All 0116 Al yy a 1 v S rpp A Eby 4 p, 4 Z s ox �2 AAA ik f f en Item N 4 work session Ag OX City of Brooklyn Center A Millennium Community MEMORANDUM COUNCIL WORD SESSION DATE: January 24, 2008 TO: Brooklyn Center City Council FROM: Curt Boganey, City Managa03 SUBJECT: Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Brooklyn Center Police Department COUNCIL ACTION REQUIRED Following the presentation, staff is seeking Council feedback, questions and direction. BACKGROUND In May of 2007 the City Council authorized execution of joint agreement with the Police Executive Research Forum and the City Of Brooklyn Park so that PERF would conduct a study to analyze the increasing violent crimes occurring in the two cities and to sponsor a community summit with stakeholders so that a set of strategies to address the findings could be developed and implemented. The report has been completed the summit was held in December, today the final report was received. A copy is included herewith. On Monday he Chief will present an overview of the report to the City Council and offer comments and recommendations for your consideration. Our expectation is that the information gathered will support efforts that over time will assist the City reduce the incidents of violent crime occurring within the City of Brooklyn Center. COUNCIL POLICY ISSUES What actions should the staff take in response to report finding? QAQ11z Manager \WQRK$F.QC10N MFM FRM rin 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Recreation and Community Center Phone TDD Number Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 (763) 569 -3400 City Hall TDD Number (763) 569 -3300 FAX (763) 569 -3434 FAX (763) 569 -3494 www.cityolbrooklyncenter.org Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Brooklyn Center Police Department Final Report `i BROOKLYN q E0,ji1VTER' January 23, 2008 fill i =UCE RESEARCH FORUM The Police Executive Research Forum TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..............................3 BACKGROUND............ 4 CRIME COMPARISON ..............................4 BROOKLYN CENTER PART I CRIMES BY CATEGORY 6 YEAR -TO -DATE CRIME STATISTICS .............................10 ROBBERY .............................11 JUVENILES ....20 HOTELSI MOTELS .............................22 RENTAL PROPERTIES 23 INITIATIVES .............................24 PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE 26 PROBATION 27 ASSESSMENT 28 SUMMIT DISCUSSION POINTS 29 VIOLENT CRIME SUMMIT 30 APPENDIX1 39 Brooklyn Center 2006 Violent Crime Map APPENDIX 40 State Comparison APPENDIX 43 Promising Juvenile Programs for Consideration by Brooklyn Center APPENDIX 51 Violent Crime Summit Agenda APPENDIX 52 Violent Crime Summit Attendees APPENDIX 56 Violent Crime Summit PowerPoint Presentation I Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 2 I INTRODUCTION The Police Executive Research Forum (PERF), with the assistance of the Brooklyn Center Police Department (BCPD), conducted a study of the nature of the violent crime problem in Brooklyn Center. Through an analysis of open- research materials as well as information provided by the police department, PERF staff first familiarized themselves with Brooklyn Center and BCPD as well as the scope of the violent crime problem in the community. Next, a three- member team from PERF conducted a site visit to Brooklyn Center to interview key staff of the police department, city leaders, members of the community, and other criminal justice officials. PERF staff also gathered available data on violent crime and rode with officers in the field to have firsthand knowledge of the problems challenging the city. An analysis of available violent crime data was performed to develop a clear understanding of the scope of the problem in Brooklyn Center. Included in the study was an assessment of current crime prevention and reduction strategies employed by the BCPD. Underlying conditions and contributing factors to violent crime were identified. As part of this project, a similar process was executed in the neighboring community of Brooklyn Park. Armed with this information, essential stakeholders were brought together by Brooklyn Center's Chief Scott Bechthold and Brooklyn Park's Acting Chief Greg Roehl at a one -day Violent Crime Summit to review the analysis of violent crime and propose crime reduction strategies. Participants strived to reach a common understanding of the violent crime problem in Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. The Summit led to the development of interventions to reduce violent crime and disorder in the two communities, which attendees supported and committed themselves to implementing. The desired outcome of the Summit was to produce a comprehensive strategy designed to reduce violence, sharpen the focus on the issue, and strengthen relationships between the Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park police departments, other criminal justice agencies, and community and business leaders. The final section of this report is devoted to the Summit, summarizing key findings. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 3 BACKGROUND Brooklyn Center is described as a "first ring" suburb of Minneapolis and covers 8.3 miles of land, with Minneapolis, the Mississippi River, and Brooklyn Park as its borders. As of 2005, the population of the city was 29,172, with a foreign -born community that comprised 11.3 percent of the residents. Of that, 39.2 percent were from Asia and 35.5 percent were from Africa (see Table 1). Members of the immigrant community, particularly from Liberia, have been the victims of robberies and other crimes. A review of the robbery reports for 2006 indicated that there were some language barriers between the police and these Brooklyn Center residents when reporting the offenses. In 2005, commuting accounted for only a 2.4 percent decline in the daytime population of Brooklyn Center, and the unemployment rate was five percent. The median age of Brooklyn Center residents was 35.3 years, with over one third, 34.6 percent, of the population 24 years old or younger. The median household income was $44,570, and the median home value was $105,600. Slightly more than 30 percent of the homes in Brooklyn Center were renter occupied. Table 1. Number and ercenta a of foreign-born residents p g Place of birth Number Percentage Asia 1,288 39.2 Africa 1,165 35.5 Europe 416 12.7 Latin America 373 11.4 Northern America 42 1.3 The Brooklyn Center Police Department is made up of 43 officers and 14 civilian employees. Members of the department routinely analyze crime statistics and actively liaison with community organizations. CRIME COMPARISON Part I crimes are those crimes reported to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on an annual basis to provide reliable, uniform crime statistics for the nation. Part I crimes consist of the 'Metropolitan Council Demographic Profiles (htti):Heovt)ubs.lib.umn.edu /census /profiles /1602707966.pdfl Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 4 following crime types: murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, auto theft, arson, and larceny -theft. Part I crimes in Brooklyn Center increased 3.6 percent from 2005 to 2006, but decreased 4.8 percent between 2000 and 2006 (see Table 2). 2000 had the highest number of Part I crimes of the past seven years, with 2,295 Part I crimes reported. The 2,184 Part I crimes from 2006 represent the second highest total in the past five years. Table 2. Number of Part I crimes in Brooklyn Center by year Year Number of Part I crimes 2000 2,295 2001 2,202 2002 2,051 2003 2,284 2004 2,041 2005 2,109 2006 2,184 A city's Part I crime rate is determined by the number of Part I crimes per 100,000 residents. In 2006, Brooklyn Center had a Part I crime rate of 7,793. This means that for every 100,000 residents, 7,793 Part I crimes were committed. In comparison, Hennepin County, in which Brooklyn Center is located, had a Part I crime rate of 4,801 and the state of Minnesota had a Part I crime rate of 3,366 (see Chart 1). The Part I crime rate for Brooklyn Center has, for the past five years, been significantly higher than both Minnesota and Hennepin County. In 2006, Brooklyn Center's Part I crime rate was 131.5 percent higher than the state of Minnesota and 62.3 percent more than Hennepin County. The only time in the past five years Brooklyn Center's Part I crime rate was not more than double that of the state of Minnesota was in 2002; and even that year it was 95.3 percent higher. An analysis of the five -year Part I crime trend between 2002 and 2006 revealed that the State of Minnesota's crime rate decreased by 5.5 percent while Hennepin County's increased by 3.1 percent and Brooklyn Center's Part I crime rate increased by 12.1 percent. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 5 Chart 1. Part I crime rates 9,000 x 7 793 8,000 7,000 6,000 r w e u f 9 L xt 4801' 13 Minnesota d 5,000 ab5e 4 701= Hennepin y B ty rooklyn Center 4,0006 A0 3,000 2,000 1,000 0 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 Year BROOKLYN CENTER PART I CRIMES BY CATEGORY Most Part I crimes, except murder, aggravated assault, auto theft, and arson, increased in Brooklyn Center from 2005 to 2006. Robberies showed the highest increase, from 59 to 87 (47.5 percent), and rapes also escalated, from 21 to 28 (33.3 percent). Property crimes, which include burglary, larceny -theft, auto theft, and arson, increased by 64 offenses, or 3.3 percent from 2005 to 2006. During the same time period, violent crime, which includes murder, rape, aggravated assault, and robbery, increased by 11 offenses, or 6.5 percent. Robberies were responsible for the most statistically significant increase of crime in Brooklyn Center from 2005 to 2006, as well as contributing to an increase of fear in the community. While a comparison has been made between all Part I crimes occurring in Brooklyn Center from 2001 to 2006, a detailed analysis was performed on robberies (found later in this report), since this offense poses the greatest threat to the safety of the community. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 6 Murder Brooklyn Center has had a relatively consistent number of murders committed in the past six years (see Table 3). Two murders occurred each year in 2002, 2003, and 2004, which represents the highest number of murders in the past six years. One murder was committed in each year of 2001, 2005, and 2006. As of September 30, 2007, three murders had been committed in Brooklyn Center. According to detectives, one murder was a drive -by shooting, one was related to domestic violence, and one murder was connected to a robbery. Table 3. Number of murders by year Percent change from Year Number of murders previous year 2001 1 I 2002 2 +100.0 2003 2 0.0 2004 2 I 0.0 2005 1 I -50.0 2006 1 I 0.0 Rape The number of rapes increased by 7 (33.3 percent) in Brooklyn Center between 2005 and 2006. This increase represents the largest percentage change in the past six years (see Table 4). Of the six years included in this study, the highest number of rapes were reported in 2002, with 36, and the least number of rapes in 2005, with 21. Comparing the six years between 2001 and 2006, rapes have decreased by 15.2 percent, but the trend has a pattern of increasing one year followed by a decrease the next. i Table 4. Number of rapes by year Percent change from Year Number of rapes previous year 2001 33 I 2002 36 I +9.1 2003 27 I -25.0 2004 31 I +24.0 2005 21 -32.3 2006 28 I +33.3 Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 7 Aggravated Assault Aggravated assaults decreased by 27.3 percent in Brooklyn Center between 2005 and 2006 (see Table 5). A low of 52 aggravated assaults were reported in 2001, with the high of 88 reported in 2005. Aggravated assaults have increased 23.1 percent between 2001 and 2006, and even though assaults decreased between 2005 and 2006, the total for 2006 is still higher than 2001, 2002, and 2003. Table 5. Number of aggravated assaults by year Number of Percent change from Year aggravated assaults previous year 2001 52 I 12002 1 58 I +11.5 1 2003 I 55 I -5.2 12004 I 71 +29.1 1 2005 88 I +23.9 12006 I 64 I -27.3 Burglary While burglaries have both increased and decreased in the past six years, they have increased overall by 6.3 percent between 2001 and 2006 (see Table 6). The most burglaries were reported in 2004 (214), and the least burglaries were reported in 2005 (180). Burglaries increased 12.8 percent from 2005 to 2006, but are still below the high of 214 reported in 2004. Table 6. Number of burglaries by year Percent change from Year Number of burglaries previous year 2001 191 I 2002 203 I +63 2003 I 203 I 0.0 12004 214 I +5.4 1 2005 180 I -15.9 12006 1 203 I +12.8 Larceny -Theft With the exception of 2003 and 2004, the number of larceny -thefts in Brooklyn Center has generally remained static over the past six years with approximately 1,500 incidents reported annually. A high of 1,708 larceny -thefts were reported in 2003, with the low of 1,449 reported in Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 8 2004 (see Table 7). While larceny -thefts increased 13 percent from 2002 to 2003, they dropped 15 percent from 2003 to 2004. There has been a slight increase of 3.0 percent from 2005 to 2006. Table 7. Number of larceny- thefts by year Number of larceny- Percent change from Year thefts previous year 2001 1,590 1 1 2002 I 1,508 I -5.2 2003 1,708 +13.3 12004 I 1,449 I -15.2 2005 1,518 +4.8 2006 I 1,563 I +3.0 Auto Theft The number of auto thefts remained somewhat consistent between 2005 and 2006 (234 versus 231), representing a 1.3 percent reduction (see Table 8). In the past 6 years, the most auto thefts occurred in 2001 with 278 thefts, while the fewest occurred in the following year with 193. Auto thefts have dropped 16.9 percent between 2001 and 2006. Table 8. Number of auto thefts b yyear Percent change from Year Number of auto thefts previous year 2001 278 I 2002 193 I -30.6 2003 I 225 I +16.6 2004 205 I -8.9 2005 234 I +14.1 2006 231 I -1.3 Arson The number of arsons committed in Brooklyn Center has remained relatively consistent in the past six years (see Table 9). The highest number of arsons was reported in 2003, with 14 arsons. Seven arsons were reported to the police in 2006, which represents the fewest reported in the past six years. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 9 Table 9. Number of arsons by year Percent change from Year Number of arsons previous year 2001 8 2002 11 +37.5 2003 14 +27.3 2004 9 -35.7 2005 8 -11.1 2006 7 -12.5 YEAR -TO -DATE CRIME STATISTICS The number of murders committed during the first nine months of 2007 (3) is already higher than the total number of murders committed in each single year from 2001 to 2006 (see Table 10). The 64 aggravated assaults committed from January to September of 2007 are the same as the 64 committed in the entire year of 2006 and are more than the single year totals for 2001 through 2003. Burglaries (187) reported thus far in 2007 are already higher than the complete year of 2005 (180). The number of robberies reported through September 30, 2007 are not only ahead of the complete year totals for the six year period of 2000 to 2005, but are also trending to equal this study's single highest year of 89 offenses in 2006. Table 10. Year -to -date crime statistics Part I crime January 1- September 30, 2007 Murder 3 Rape 24 Aggravated assault 64 Burglary 187 Larceny -theft 1,091 Auto theft 162 Arson 3 Robbery 67 i Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 10 ROBBERY In 2006, robberies were responsible for the largest percentage increase of Part I crimes in Brooklyn Center. Since the increase in robberies has significantly impacted the Brooklyn Center community, a more thorough analysis of robbery data is presented. The methodology used in this study included interviews with members of the department, community, and elected officials. Data provided by the Brooklyn Center Police Department was assembled, reviewed, and analyzed by PERF staff. Staff members also reviewed all robbery reports taken by BCPD in 2006 in order to identify patterns and underlying conditions contributing to the escalation of this criminal offense. Robberies have increased by 28 (47.5 percent) from 2005 to 2006, and the total number of robberies in 2006 (87) represents more than double the 40 reported to the department in 2002 (see Table 11). Between January 1, 2007, and September 30, 2007, 67 robberies were reported to the Brooklyn Center Police Department. This figure already has surpassed the totals for the entire years of 2000 through 2005 and may well surpass the 2006 total of 89. Table 11. Number of robberies by year Year Number of robberies Percent change from previous year 2000 57 12001 49 -14.0 12002 1 40 -18.4 2003 50 +25.0 2004 60 20.0 2005 59 -1.7 Descriptive Information for 2006 Robberies Over 50 percent of robberies in 2006 involved some type of weapon, and victims were physically assaulted in 21.3 percent (19) of robbery cases. A firearm was used in 36 robberies (40.4 2 The Brooklyn Center Police Department reported 87 robberies during 2006. Additional robbery reports that were later reclassified were included in the PERF analysis and account for the difference in robbery totals. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 11 percent), a blunt object (baseball bat, metal pipe, etc.) was used in 7 offenses (7.9 percent), and a knife was used in 6 cases (6.7 percent). Weapons were not used in 21 robberies (23.6 percent). Time of day In order to identify the time when most robberies occur, incidents were recorded by hour of the day. Most robberies were committed during the hours of 2 P.M. to 3 P.M. (10), 7 P.M. to 8 P.M. (9), and 9 P.M. to 10 P.M. (7) (see Table 12). No robberies were reported between the hours of 7 A.M. to 8 A.M., 10 A.M. to 11 A.M., and 4 P.M. to 5 P.M. Table 12. Number of 2006 robberies by time of day Hour of Day Number Percentage 0000 -0059 4 4.5 0100 -0159 6 6.7 0200 -0259 5 5.6 0300 -0359 4 4.5 0400 -0459 2 2.2 0500 -0559 2 2.2 0600 -0659 2 2.2 0700 -0759 0 0.0 0800 -0859 2 2.2 0900 -0959 2 2.2 1000 -1059 0 0.0 1100 -1159 2 2.2 1200 -1259 2 2.2 1300 -1359 4 4.5 1500 -1559 1600 -1659 0 0.0 1700 -1759 3 3.4 1800 -1859 4 4.5 2000 -2059 6 6.7 2200 -2259 5 5.6 2300 -.2359 6 6.7 Robberies were not divided equally amongst the hours of the day. The eight -hour time block of 7 P.M. to 3 A.M. represented the time of day in which the majority of robberies occur, 52.8 percent (see Table 13). The second most frequent time block was 11 A.M. to 7 P.M., with 31.5 Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 12 percent of robberies reported. These two blocks of time represent over 80 percent of the total robberies committed in Brooklyn Center. Table 13. Number of 2006 robberies by time block Time Block Number Percentage 1900 -0259 47 52.8 0300 -1059 14 15.7 1100 -1859 28 31.5 47.2 Day of week In analyzing the frequency of robbery offenses by day of the week, there is little variance as to when robberies occur. However, robberies were most likely to be committed on Wednesday (15), Thursday (15), and Sunday (14) (see Table 14). Slightly more than 40 percent (40.4 percent) of robberies occurred on the weekend days of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Monday and Friday were the days when robberies were least likely to occur. Table 14. Number of 2006 robberies by day of week Day Number Percentage i a Monday 10 11.2 Tuesday 13 14.6 Friday 10 11.2 Saturday 12 13.5 Month As with he day of week, there was not a significant variance in the months in which robberies t y gn occurred. An analysis of robberies by month indicated a pattern which may not have been projected: the number of offenses increased during colder months and decreased when the weather was warmer. During the six -month block of October through March, 56.2 percent of robberies were committed (see Table 15). December experienced the most robberies (13), followed by October (10), May (9), and August (9). April experienced the fewest number of robberies (2). Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 13 Table 15. Number of 2006 robberies by month Month I Number I Percentage January I 7 7.9 I February I 6 I 6.7 March I 7 I 7.9 April I 2 I 2.2 7 I 7.9 I I July I 6 I 6.7 September 6 November I 7 I 7.9 Location A review of all robbery reports for 2006 indicated the single location in which robberies were most reported was in the street (19 robberies, 21.3 percent) (see Table 16). Retail businesses, including the Brookdale Mall, grocery stores, and others, were the scenes for 16 robberies (18.0 percent) in 2006. An additional 12 robberies (13.5 percent) occurred in apartment complexes, and 9 robberies (10.1 percent) happened in single family homes. Banks and convenience stores experienced 7 robberies each (7.9 percent). Commercial locations accounted for nearly 43 percent of all robbery offenses in 2006. p rY o Table 16. Number of 2006 robberies by location Location I Number Percentage Apartment complex I 12 I 13.5 Public area 11 I 12.4 Single family homes I 9 I 10.1 Restaurant/bar I 8 9.0 Convenience store I 7 I 7.9 Bank I 7 I 7.9 Loss The target of the robberies was studied to determine a potential motive for the crime. Cash was the most frequent loss, taken in 36.0 percent (32) of robberies followed by victims' purses and/or Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 14 wallets (along with contents) in 30.3 percent (27) of robbery offenses. Electronics were taken in 10.1 percent (9) of cases, and other miscellaneous items (clothing, groceries, and other merchandise) were taken in 12.4 percent (11) of robberies. In 11.2 percent of robbery offenses (10), no loss was reported by the victims. Robbery Hictim Demographics A total of 103 people were victims of a robbery in 2006. A majority of victims, 89.9 percent, were robbed when they were alone. The victims' actions immediately preceding the robbery were studied to better understand the relevance to the incident (see Table 17). Most victims were working as employees when they and/or the businesses were robbed (21, 23.6 percent). Other victims were walking (usually to /from work/home) (19, 21.3 percent), in their home (18, 20.2 percent), or at/near a business (16, 18.0 percent) when they were robbed. Additional victims' actions not included in the above categories include riding a bike, waiting for the bus, or being in other public areas (15, 16.9 percent). In all, 56.2 percent of the robberies (50) were committed outside in a public place while the remaining 43.8 percent (39) occurred inside a residence or business. Table 17. Victim's actions before robbery occurred Victim's actions Number Percentage Walking 19 213 l At home 18 20.2 At/near business 16 18.0 Other 15 16.9 Gender Of the 103 robbery victims, 34 (33.0 percent) were female, while 69 (67.0 percent) were male. Ethnicity Caucasians and African Americans accounted for over three- fourths of all robbery victims reported to the BCPD (see Table 18). Slightly more than 44 percent (46) of the victims were Caucasian and just over 43 percent (45) were African American. The racial composition of the Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 15 robbery victims does not reflect the city's demographic makeup. Of Brooklyn Center's 29,172 residents, 14.1 percent are African American. However, 43.7 percent of robbery victims were African- American, a disproportionate ethnic representation of robbery victims. In contrast, Caucasians make up 71.4 percent of the city's population, but were robbery victims only 44.7 percent of the time. Table 18. Number of 2006 robbery victims by ethnicity Ethnicit_y I Number Percentage Hispanic I 4 3.9 t:� Asian I� 8I 7.8 Age The majority of robbery victims in Brooklyn Center (63.1 percent) were 29 years of age or younger (see Table 19). However, almost 15 percent of robbery victims were in their 40s. The age group most likely to be robbed were 18 to 20 (16.5 percent), followed by individuals in their 40's (14.6 percent), and those who were 27 to 29 (12.6 percent). The least likely age group to be robbed was individuals over 60 (3.9 percent). The median age of robbery victims was 26 years old, and the mode, or the most frequent age, was 18. Table 19. Number of 2006 robbery victims by age Age I Number I Percentage 10 -14 I 6 I 5.8 15 -17 I 12 I 11.7 121 -23 I 11 I 10.7 124 -26 I 6 1 5.8 30's 12 11.7 50's I 7_ Over 60 I 4 I 3.9 3 Ethnic categories reflect those used by BCPD. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 16 Robbery Suspect Demographics A study of all robbery reports revealed that a total of 186 people were considered suspects for robberies by the BCPD in the 89 cases that occurred in 2006 (see Table 20). Of these cases, 33 (37.1 percent) had one suspect, 26 (29.2 percent) had two suspects, 20 (22.5 percent) had three suspects, and 10 (11.2 percent) had four or more suspects. Table 20. Number of involved suspects in 2006 robberies Number of Number Percentage involved suspects of cases 2 I 26 1 29.2 13 I 20 1 22.5 14 or more 1 10 1 11.2 Gender Of the 186 robbery suspects in 2006, 16 suspects were female (8.6 percent), 169 were male (90.9 percent), and one was unknown (0.5 percent). Ethnicity Robbery victims reported African Americans as their assailants in the vast majority of robberies (87.6 percent) committed in 2006 (see Table 21). As in the study of robbery victims, this represents a disproportionate number when compared to Brooklyn Center's general population. In six of the incidents (3.2 percent), victims were unable to provide the suspect's ethnicity. Table 21. Number of robbery suspects by ethnicity 1 Ethnicity 1 Number 1 Percentage American Indian 1 1 0.5 Hispanic 8 4.3 1 White I 6 1 3.2 Mum SUNNINAMMISM __M__ MONS 1"11 Asian 2 Unknown 1 6 1 3.2 a While an individual may be considered a suspect for a particular crime, this does not mean that the individual was responsible for the crime or was arrested for it. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 17 Age The highest concentration (39.3 percent) of robbery suspects were between the ages of 15 and 20 (see Table 22). In nearly one —third of the incidents (30.6 percent), the age of the suspect was unknown. Analyzing the remaining cases in which the age of the suspect was known, the majority of suspects (56.6 percent) were between ages 15 and 20. Individuals in their 50's were least likely to be robbery suspects in 2006 (0.5 percent). The median age a robbery suspects in Brooklyn Center was 20 years old, and the mode, or the most frequent age, was 16 years old. Table 22. Number of 2006 robbery suspects by age Age Number Percentage Percentage of cases in which the age is known 10 -14 1 4 2.2 1 3.1 hi s M i 121-23 11 5.9 8.5 1 124-26 17 9.1 13.2 127-29 8 4.3 6.2 30's 8 4.3 6.2 40's 7 3.8 5.4 50's 1 0.5 0.8 Unknown 1 57 30.6 Arrests Nineteen robbery arrests were made by the BCPD during 2006; 17 different individuals were taken into custody (two individuals were arrested twice). Four had no previous arrest record. Of the remaining 13 with prior arrests, two had been previously arrested for robbery; one was charged with two counts of simple robbery (along with four counts for non violent criminal offenses) and the other for three counts of simple robbery and four counts of aggravated robbery (along with 55 non- violent crime offenses and 24 other violent crime offenses). Two others had been arrested for being a felon in possession of a firearm, one of whom had also been arrested for murder. The remaining nine had been arrested from 1 to 12 times, mostly for non- violent offenses (no driver's license, false information to police, forgery, etc). Five were arrested Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 18 earlier for assault and four for narcotic violations. Below is the complete criminal history listed for the 13 persons arrested by BCPD for robbery in 2006 with a prior arrest record: Subiect Prior Arrests 1. Criminal Sexual Conduct, Terrorist Threats 2. Driving Under the Influence 3. Disorderly Conduct, Minor Consumption of Alcohol, Obstructing Legal Process 4. Fleeing in Motor Vehicle, Narcotics (5), Assault (3), Theft, Driving After Revocation, Felon in Possession of Firearms, Burglary, Murder 5. Receiving Stolen Property (3), Fleeing in Motor Vehicle (2), Theft, Narcotics (4), Driving After Revocation (2), Felon in Possession of Firearms (2) 6. Theft (25), Receiving Stolen Property (4), Financial Transaction Card Fraud, Narcotics (12), Burglary (4), Forgery (2), Open Bottle, Assault (21), Terrorist Threats, Aggravated Robbery (4), Simple Robbery (3), Criminal Sexual Conduct (3), Gambling, Trespass in Motor Vehicle, Trespass in Residence, Trespass to Land, Damage to Property 7. Disorderly Conduct, Forgery, No Proof of Insurance, Simple Robbery (2), False Information to Police 8. Assault, Disorderly Conduct, Minor Consumption of Alcohol, Obstructing Legal Process 9. Criminal Sexual Conduct 10. Assault, No Driver's License, False Information to Police, No Driver's License 11. Criminal Sexual Conduct, Narcotics, Assault 12. Theft (2), False Information to Police 13. Forgery Robbery victims and suspects An analysis of the 2006 robbery reports, for which both the victim and suspect information was available, revealed that 38 separate robbery incidents (40.4 percent of the total robberies) were committed by African American suspects against African- American victims, and 36 distinct robbery incidents (38.3 percent) were committed by African American suspects against Caucasian victims. BCPD tracks whether the robbery suspect and victim had a previous relationship or association prior to the crime occurring. Almost 70 percent (68.7 percent) of robbery victims had no Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 19 previous association with their robbery suspect. Nineteen percent of robbery victims and suspects were acquaintances, and 6.7 percent of robberies were related to drug transactions. JUVENILES Between 2001 and 2006, BCPD experienced a decline in the number of juvenile arrests, from 927 to 800, representing a 13.7 percent decrease (see Chart 2). The most juvenile arrests in the past 5 years were made in 2002 (962). BCPD did increase juvenile arrests 10.5 percent, from 724 to 800, between 2005 and 2006. The decrease in juvenile arrests in Brooklyn Center was the result of the department implementing a juvenile divisionary program in lieu of incarceration. Funding for the Peacemaker Project was provided through outside resources at an annual budget of $100,000 and entailed one -on -one mentoring for troubled juvenile offenders. Due to lack of ongoing funding, the program is no longer operational. Chart 2. Number of juvenile arrests 1200 1000 q6 937 s— b ra z< 800 m cc mat a t�-fiy� d� x� "Number of s juvenile arrests 400 RM 01 M £`•a -ac- y- y ail °��',���"��r�' �re 200 a a 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 Year Juveniles who are arrested in Hennepin County are often referred to the Juvenile Detention Center (JDC). The JDC is an 87 -bed, secure detention facility for juvenile male and female Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 20 i offenders up to age 18 who are awaiting court disposition. Police departments within the county and juvenile court are the primary sources of admission referrals, and most referrals are for warrants and non violent offenses (failure to appear, probation violation, out of parental control, and failure to complete community service). Property crimes such as burglary and theft represent the next highest category of referrals. Of all referrals in 2005, 80 percent were for nonviolent offenses. The JDC experienced a 28- percent decrease in the number of admissions between 2000 and 2005 (see Chart 3). Of interest is that fact that since 2000, for almost every juvenile admitted to the JDC, one was released. In 2005, the average length of stay per resident was 7.5 days; 8.3 days for males and 5 days for females. The Center's average daily population was 94.7 residents, seven over its 87 -bed rated capacity. Chart 3. JDC admissions and releases 6000 x 5000 4000 a m Total Admissions 3000 I N Total Releases z 2000 .y m 1000' 0 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 Year i Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 21 According to the Juvenile Offenders and Victims: 2006 National Report juvenile poverty appears to be associated with juvenile crime. According to the study, one in six juveniles lived in poverty in 2002, with African American and Hispanic juveniles being three times more likely to live in poverty as non Hispanic white juveniles and the proportion of juveniles living in single family homes increased in the second half of the 20 Century. The OJJDP study revealed that education failure is also linked to law violating behavior. Low income children drop out of school at almost twice the overall rate and five times the rate of high income families. In 1980, one -third of juvenile murders involved multiple offenders; in 2002, 48 percent involved multiple offenders. Violent crime by juveniles peaks between 3 and 4 P.M., but only on school days. According to the OJJDP report, after school programs have more crime reduction potential than juvenile curfews. During PERF's interviews with members of the police department, elected officials, and the community, common references were made to the "juvenile problem" that Brooklyn Center is currently experiencing. Many juveniles are seen congregating in large groups, causing anything from minor disturbances (such as blocking a sidewalk and not letting people pass) to criminal offenses. The fact that most robbery suspects are between the ages of 15 to 20, that juvenile arrests have decreased in the past 5 years, and the greatest number of robberies occur between the hours of 2 P.M. to 3 P.M. is a strong indication that Brooklyn Center is experiencing a serious problem with young adults leading to criminal behavior. HOTELS/ MOTELS One of the major police problem locations for Brooklyn Center is an area of the city near I- 94/694 and North 65 Avenue/Freeway Boulevard where hotels and motels are concentrated within a one mile radius. Two of the eight businesses, the Motel 6 and the Super 8, are frequently listed in the top 5 locations for violent offenses in Brooklyn Center The Super 8 and Motel 6 account for 62 percent of all police calls for service and criminal incidents originating from the 5 Published by the Office of Justice Programs, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), U.S. Department of Justice, htta: /www.oiidn.ncirs.eov /oistatbb /nr2006 /index.html 6 The two apartment complexes (more details in the next section), the bus hub, and Brookdale Mall are the other locations typically in the top five. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 22 area hotels and motels see Table 23 Common crime problems include narcotics activity, prostitution, and robbery. Both locations accept cash as a form of payment and, according to the Super 8 on -site manager, their customer base is upwards of 65 percent local patrons on most weekends. Table 23. Number of calls for service and criminal incidents by hotel Hotel Rooms 2006 Calls for 2006 CFS 2006 Criminal 2006 CI service (CFS) per room incidents (CI) per room AmericInn I 80 30 I .38 I 0 I 0 Baymont I 92 92 I 1.00 I 9 I .10 Comfort Inn I 60 I 40 I .66 I 7 I .11 Country Inn I 84 I 29 I .34 6 .07 Crowne Plaza I 176 I 106 I .60 16 I .09 Extended 104 62 .59 4 .04 Stay Man OWN- WNW-W-M—M p 4 TOTAL 818 950 1.11 115 .14 (average) e (average) RENTAL PROPERTIES Two apartment complexes, the Center Pointe Apartments (across the street from Brookdale Mall and near I- 94/694 and Twin Lakes Manor Y off of Brooklyn Boulevard, within 1000 feet of Brookdale Mall), are also listed in the top five violent crime locations. A comparison of the four largest rental properties in the area reveals a significant discrepancy between complexes in police activity (see Table 24). Twin Lakes Manor and Center Pointe are responsible for 82 percent of calls for service or criminal incidents at the four complexes. Table 24. Number of calls for service and criminal incidents by rental properties Rental Property Units 2006 Calls for 2006 CFS 2006 Criminal 2006 CI service (CFS) per unit incidents (CI) per unit Twin Lake North I 276 I 136 I 0.49 I 23 I 0.08 The Motel 6 has averaged 432 CFS over the past 5 years and is projected for 472 in 2007. s The Super 8 is projected to have 380 CFS in 2007. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 23 Melrose Gates 217 131 0.60 19 0.05 TOTAL 1055 1492 1.39 163 0.14 (average) (average) INITIATIVES In order to combat the violent crime problem, the Brooklyn Center Police Department has adapted a Problem- Orientated Policing (POP) initiative, which focuses on problem areas and brings together specialists to reduce crime and disorder. Included in the POP initiative are the Crime Reduction Strategy Team (CRS) Meetings, Sector Teams, the Hennepin County Violent Offender Task Force, and the Joint Community Police Partnership (JCPP) Program. The Brooklyn Center Police Department employs a sector team policing philosophy. The city is divided into 5 sectors, with a patrol sergeant assigned to each who has geographic responsibility for working with the community to identify and resolve concerns in his/her sector. Sector team neighborhood meetings are held annually so citizens can become acquainted with agency personnel and learn about issues affecting their neighborhood. Sergeants work with their assigned officers and the community in an attempt to proactively target areas within the sector that needs improvement. Sector teams address these problem areas when they are manageable in order to prevent their escalation into more serious and community -wide issues. The Brooklyn Center Police Department encourages community participation to maintain the safety and security of those who work and live in the city. The Neighborhood Watch Program has been utilized since 1984 and encourages citizens to become more aware of their neighbors and surroundings and report suspicious activity to the police. The Apartment Watch Program is an offshoot of Neighborhood Watch and uses the same principles within a residential apartment environment. The Business Watch Program involves area businesses that work in partnership with the police to reduce crime through increased involvement and improved communication. An example of this practice is when the department a -mails crime alerts and other critical information to businesses to educate the business and reduce their chances of being victimized. Crime Reduction Strategy (CRS) is the Brooklyn Center Police Department's use of data to identify and respond to crime problems in the city in a more efficient, effective, and timely Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 24 manner. The CRS team meetings occur every Thursday and are attended by command staff, sector sergeants, and representatives from other divisions, including investigations. The past week's criminal activities are discussed, and problem areas are identified. Strategies are developed to provide proactive and strategic responses to crime trends and significant incidents as well as plan for upcoming events. One BCPD officer is assigned to the Hennepin County Violent Offender Task Force. This task force was just created by the Hennepin County Sherriff's Office and will be operating out of an office in Minneapolis. Their primary mission is the investigation and prosecution of targeted, violent criminals and gang members. They will be working closely with Minneapolis Police, FBI, ATF, and the US Attorneys Office. On June 14, 2007, members of the "Tre -Tre" Crips (known for years for violent crimes in the Metro area) were federally indicted as a result of this group's investigation. The Joint Community Police Partnership (JCPP) Program was implemented in Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park in 2004 after an increase in violent crimes impacted both cities' diverse p p o ulations. The Program is made u of four interactive components: Police Training; P the Multi Cultural Advisory Group; Community Liaisons; and Cadets. The stated goals of JCPP are to improve communication and interaction between police officers and immigrant minority populations, enhance collaboration among systems, and increase involvement of citizens working in partnership with government to improve public safety and community livability. At the inception of the program, Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park created civilian Community Service Officer (CSO) positions to assist with community training and events. CSO's are responsible for conducting community meetings with immigrant and refugee community groups; facilitating question and answer sessions at ESL classes to educate the community about police procedures and the criminal justice system; developing and conducting both a six -week `New Americans' Academy and Teen Academy that provides information on topics related to the criminal justice system; and finally, developing cultural and linguistic trainings for police officers. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 25 In order to facilitate a better understanding between the police and targeted communities, JCPP has provided several bridge building mechanisms. They have translated law enforcement brochures and crime information cards into various languages. A 30- minute educational video was produced with Twin Cities Public Television featuring information targeted toward immigrants and refugees, including the purpose of and acceptable behavior during a routine traffic stop and how the police service the community in their daily work. These activities have helped to foster a relationship between the Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park police departments and specific members of their communities. PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE The relationship between the Brooklyn Center Police Department and the prosecutor's office is described as constructive and supportive. There are no standing meetings between the two agencies, but conferences are conducted on an as needed basis. Prosecuting attorneys stated the general condition of the reports submitted by the members of the Brooklyn Center Police Department are thorough and typically provide all information necessary to file charges against defendants. According to the prosecutors, there has been a significant increase in the number of guns in the community. Replica BB guns have been recovered and while the office has not seen an abundance of assault weapons used in the commission of crimes, similar weapons have been confiscated in the execution of search warrants of adult suspects. Gang crime is seen as a reckless activity with no regard for the community or law enforcement and according to prosecutors, the majority of these offenses may be attributed to a small number of offenders. Minnesota law provides for the prosecution of juveniles sixteen years of age and older as adults after a presumptive certification process in which it is the defendant's burden not to be tried as an adult. Ironically, juveniles often prefer to be tried as an adult and will plead guilty in court as an adult because they know adult probation is less supervised than juvenile probation. Prosecutors indicated the drugs of choice for those in the lower economic class are crack cocaine and marijuana. Powder cocaine and ecstasy are more commonly seen with defendants from the Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 26 upper socio- economic class. For those substance abusers wishing to seek assistance in their dependence, there are sufficient rehabilitation centers. According to prosecutors, one of the factors leading to criminal activity is the break down of the family unit. Youngsters with child protection backgrounds are now being prosecuted for crimes. Many come from homes where one or both parents are incarcerated. A pilot program is underway in which first time juvenile offenders are removed from the home to establish a more positive home environment. One prosecutor interviewed said many kids, don't know what `normal' is so we can't expect them to behave in that manner." The juvenile court has room for creativity and judges are not opposed to trying new initiatives and programs. Hennepin County has initiated a Community Prosecutor Program in which a prosecutor has geographic responsibility and is familiar not only with the local police department but the community as well. They often participate in community events including the Annual National Night Out program. This program is described as "invaluable" by both prosecutors and the police department. PROBATION According to information provided by Hennepin County, 56 juveniles are currently on probation in Brooklyn Center. A review of these individuals' addresses indicates that 15 juveniles, or nearly 27 percent of the juveniles currently on probation, live in an apartment complex. A total of 746 adults are on probation in Brooklyn Center. Of these, 4 individuals (0.5 percent) are on probation for manslaughter, murder, or attempted murder (see Table 25). Assault and domestic violence are the most common violent crime offenses of probationary adults accounting for 11.8 percent (88) of the cases. Six individuals (0.8 percent) are on probation for crimes related to robbery. The relatively few number of persons on probation for violent offenses is expected, as these criminals are usually sentenced to prison and therefore not eligible for 9 A total of 83 offenders did not have any offense description. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 27 probation. The remaining adults are on probation for non violent offenses, such as driving under the influence, trespassing, etc. Table 25. Number of individuals on probation by crime type Crime I Number Percentage Manslaughter, murder, attempted murder 4 0.5 Assault, domestic assault I 88 11.8 Criminal sexual conduct I 34 4.6 Aggravated robbery, simply robbery, attempted robbery 6 0.8 Theft 38 5.1 Burglary I 14 1.9 Other offenses I 562 75.3 ASSESSMENT Brooklyn Center has experienced an increase in the number of violent crimes, most notably robberies, in the past two years. Brooklyn Center's geographic location, directly outside of Minneapolis, combined with major interstates (I- 94/694) running though the city, makes it an attractive venue to commit crime and provides easy escape routes. As home foreclosures increase and more people rent single family homes, the community has become more transient. Apartment complexes are also problem areas contributing to crime and disorder, with two of the largest complexes listed in the BCPD's top 5 locations for violent crime. Not all apartment managers are cooperative with the police, and many do not communicate with each other about problem tenants. A main concern expressed by the community is problems associated with youth. Brooklyn Center's drop in the number of juvenile arrests (13.1 percent) between 2001 and 2006 may well be contributing to the increase in crime. The Brookdale Shopping Center (listed in the top 5 locations for reported violent crime) often has groups of juveniles loitering in the food court, especially after school is dismissed for the day. During the one hour time period of 2:00 P.M. to Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 28 i 3:00 P.M., around the same time schools let out students, 10 12.2 percent of robberies were committed in 2006. According to community interviews, gang activity and associated narcotics use is also on the rise. The Hennepin County Juvenile system is overworked and understaffed as evidenced by the fact they are only able to accept the most violent offenders. There are little or no activities available for young adults in Brooklyn Center; however, there are groups that are willing to assist and are looking for an opportunity to contribute to the solution (see Appendix 3 for a list of promising national juvenile programs that may be considered by Brooklyn Center). The recreation department is fee based, which prevents lower income families from participating in activities. Community and youth programs have been cut due to lack of funding. Non profit organizations that focus on helping juveniles (i.e., YMCA, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, etc.) are not available in Brooklyn Center, and organizations that would like to be involved (i.e., faith based) do not know how to become involved. Brooklyn Center would benefit from reaching out to these organizations and soliciting their assistance in keeping the juveniles occupied. Anecdotally, the PERF team repeatedly heard that the state of Minnesota provides generous social service benefits and lacks sufficient incarceration facilities. Many added that the state also has an inefficient juvenile justice system which supports a rehabilitative model that many police officers consider ineffective. They felt these two factors contributed to the crime problem in Minnesota as offenders know they are less likely to be imprisoned after an arrest and the financial assistance provided by the state makes Minnesota an attractive place to live. Based upon the research conducted by PERF included in Appendix 2, the state of Minnesota does in fact incarcerate fewer prisoners and provides a greater percentage of the state's funds for social :programs. As suspected by interviewees, these facts, along with a high number of affordable rental properties, may indeed contribute to an increase in crime in Brooklyn Center. SUMMIT DISCUSSION POINTS Why did robberies increase so dramatically from 2005 to 2006 (50.8 percent)? io The Brooklyn Center Junior /Senior High School dismisses students at 2:25 P.M. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 29 I Robberies are trending to be higher this year than last. Why is this pattern continuing? Is there a correlation between the time schools let out and the spike in robberies? What can be done to keep the juveniles busy after school and out of trouble? What can be done to impact African Americans' statistically disproportionate involvement in robberies as both victims and offenders? How can the community help in decreasing violent crime? What role can schools play in lessoning violent crime? How can the police department further collaborate with its criminal justice partners to decrease crime? Why is there a significant amount of violent crime in Brooklyn Center's rental properties and hotels? Is there a connection between high density housing, rental property, and violent crime? What programs /initiatives can be instituted to assist with the domestic violence program? Why are incidents of domestic violence leading to murder in Brooklyn Center? Does Minnesota's incarceration capacity and high level of social benefits attract criminals to the state? VIOLENT CRIME SUMMIT On December, 3, 2007, Brooklyn Center Chief Scott Bechthold and Brooklyn Park Acting Chief Greg Roehl hosted a one -day Violent Crime Summit at the Edinburgh USA Golf Center in Brooklyn Park, bringing together key stakeholders to review an analysis of violent crime and propose crime reduction strategies. Over 100 participants joined together to discuss the communities increase in violent crime. Participants included elected and city officials, executives and staff members from federal, county, and local law enforcement agencies, church and school leaders, members of the news media, a juvenile court judge, and concerned citizens. The Summit began with Brooklyn Park Mayor Steve Lampi and Brooklyn Center Mayor Tim Willson welcoming attendees and thanking them for participating. Chiefs Roehl and Bechthold provided an overview of their organizations and their departments' violent crime initiatives. Bill Tegeler of PERF provided an analysis of violent crime in Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 30 i noting the similarities and differences in each community. A breakdown of crime trends was offered, in which robberies committed by juveniles were identified as the most significant Part I crime impacting both communities. Victim and offender profiles were discussed, along with environmental factors contributing to robberies. The strengths and limitations of the juvenile justice system were described, along with the findings of Juvenile Offenders and Victims: 2006 National Report. The morning session concluded with PERF Executive Director Chuck Wexler leading a discussion of participants' views of the causes of violent crime in Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. The discussion centered on juveniles, who many felt have too much idle time, nowhere to go, and few activities to keep them out of trouble. When activities are available, transportation is lacking. Parents are working multiple jobs to make ends meet, and schools are losing funding and grants, forcing them to cut back on programs and activities for students. School representatives discussed the schools' mobility rate, where students transfer in and out of the school throughout the year, which is as high as 30 percent. Frequent school transfers result in students falling behind in their studies and prevents teachers, students, and parents from getting to know each other. Summit attendees also felt that poverty significantly contributes to the cities' crime problems. In the afternoon session, Mr. Wexler facilitated a discussion on the development of strategies supported by participants that may reduce violent crime and disorder in the two communities. As the Summit was focused on what could be done in the immediate future, all recommendations had to be based upon existing resources. Attendees were challenged to produce a violent crime reduction strategy that would decrease violence, sharpen the focus on the issue, and strengthen relationships between the Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park police departments, other criminal justice agencies, and community and business leaders. Those in attendance at the forum agreed to work toward the establishment of a collaborative regional response to the violent crime problem. Emphasis was placed on improving information- sharing across all agencies and acknowledging that the increase in violent crime was not just a police problem, but rather a condition that affects everyone in these two communities. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 31 Part of the focus was placed on reaching common outcomes, and six major initiatives were agreed upon by those in attendance. Potential benchmarks are listed after each initiative for consideration. 1. Regional Law Enforcement Response In response to a growing violent crime problem within the suburbs of northwest Hennepin County, law enforcement leaders throughout the region expressed a desire to work together in a collaborative approach to address the common challenges of violent crime, gang prevention, and intervention strategies designed to make communities safer. A partnership with northwest suburban law enforcement agencies, Hennepin County Attorney's Office, probation, and other government agencies may work collaboratively to improve communications, increase operational endeavors, and enhance intelligence sharing. The ultimate goal of such a cooperative arrangement would be to expand law enforcement's ability to more efficiently and effectively address gang and violent crime issues that cross jurisdictional boundaries. Potential Benchmarks: The establishment of a cooperative agreement between suburban northwest Hennepin County law enforcement and related partners to join resources with the specific goal of decreasing violent crime within participating jurisdictions. Number of documented formal and informal meetings /conferences in 2008 between northwest suburban law enforcement agencies, Minneapolis Police Department, Hennepin County Sheriff's Office and Hennepin County Attorney's Office to discuss and strategize the decrease of violent crime in Hennepin county. Number of initiatives developed in 2008 by Hennepin County law enforcement agencies and their partners specifically designed to decrease violent crime in northwest Hennepin County. 9 Comparison of violent offenders arrested by the newly formed suburban task force during the first six months of operation in 2008 to the same six month period of 2007. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 32 2. Violent Offenders Task Force (VOTF) The Violent Offenders Task Force (VOTF) is administered by Sheriff Richard Stanek and the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office. The multi agency task force operates from an office in Minneapolis (see INITIATIVES for more information). Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park have staff members assigned to the task force, but both Chief Bechthold and Acting Chief Roehl indicated that there is a need for more effective communication among the participating agencies. The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office has agreed to improve communications and coordination of the VOTF. The Sheriff's Office also committed to assisting Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park by increasing resources as necessary, in order to better combat the violent crime problem in the two communities. Potential Benchmarks: Comparison of the last six months of 2007 to the first six months of 2008 in terms of Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center targets identified and worked/apprehended by the VOTF. Comparison of the last six months of 2007 and the first six months of 2008 of the amount of time the VOTF spends within the jurisdictions of Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. Number of written communications between Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police Departments' command staff with VOTF managers, comparing the last six months of 2007 to the first six months of 2008. Comparison of the last six months of 2007 to the first six months of 2008 of the number of crime bulletins or other directives between Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police Departments that allow for action to be initiated against offenders /criminals by one of the parties. 3. Faith -Based Organizations An integral element to the solution of youth and violent crime in Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park is the involvement of the faith -based community. Members of various religious denominations have begun organizing and are committed to working in partnership with the police. Pastor Steve Larson, founder of the Brooklyn Area Ministers' Association (BAMA), stated that many of the local churches are willing and able to assist Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 33 both cities in combating their violent crime challenges. Pastor Larson agreed to take the lead and along with other members of the faith -based community in attendance, will meet with the police departments in order to design an outreach program for troubled youths. Potential Benchmarks: The continuing advancement of BAMA as a viable and ongoing organization. The number of meetings between BAMA and the Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police Departments over the next 12 months; minimally once a month is suggested. Initiatives developed by BAMA specifically designed to decrease violent crime in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. Number of new volunteers following the Summit who will work with BAMA on violent crime initiatives in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. 4. Hennepin County Probation Department The Hennepin County Probation Department stated its commitment to helping the Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center communities deal with the cities' juvenile violent crime problem. Juvenile Probation will work toward establishing a Detention Alternatives Program within the cities. Probation staff members will have an increased presence with the Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police Department through participation in more ride alongs with officers. Potential Benchmarks: Establishment of focused working relationships (such as ride alongs) with both Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police Departments around juvenile crime geared toward preventing targeted offenses. Creation of the Hennepin County Juvenile Probation Department's Detention Alternative Program. A decrease in recidivism by participants of the DAP. Comparison of the last six months of 2007 to the first six months of 2008 regarding the number of client contacts, violations, and arrests resulting Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 34 from the joint activities of Probation and Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police personnel. Comparison of the last six months of 2007 to the first six months of 2008 of the number of incidents in which information has been shared between Probation and Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police Departments in which action has been initiated by one party or the other. 5. Schools Representatives from the various school districts and individual schools indicated their desire for more after school alternatives and programs for youths in both communities. They expressed a desire to decrease the current level of bureaucracy and increase access to facilities and services, especially during the peak crime times of 2 to 4 p.m. School personnel at the Summit mentioned after school study programs, recreational activities, and resources for parents as primary needs for the communities. Potential Benchmarks: Number of post- Summit programs and initiatives provided by individual school campuses with the support of the applicable school district, in response to the specific needs of the adjoining community in addressing youth violence. Type of after school activities initiated by Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center schools and the number of students served. Impact of after school activities on participants' classroom performance. Correlation between involvement of after school activities and absence of negative contact with law enforcement. Pre- and post Summit comparison of the number of parents participating in school/student activities. Number of documented formal and informal meetings /conferences between Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police Departments and school district personnel, school administrators, and staffers. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 35 6. Rental Properties Both Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park are experiencing major crime issues related to their rental properties. Brooklyn Center Mayor Tim Willson will work with the local and state legislatures in creating standards for rental properties. One of the suggestions to be explored is providing monetary incentives for responsible rental property management. Licensing fees for rental properties may be reduced for those working in partnership with a myriad of city and county agencies to maintain property standards, retain responsible renters, and provide a safe environment for residents. Potential Benchmarks: Establishment of codified standards for rental properties in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. Initiation of an incentive program for rental properties in compliance with standards and management practices that are conducive to a crime -free environment. Comparison of calls for service and criminal activity at rental properties before and after the establishment of standards and incentives. Documented formal and informal meetings between Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police Department staff with rental property and hotel/motel managers. Changes in policies /procedures by either the police departments or corporate and rental entities to establish a residential environment conducive to healthy and crime -free living. 7. Juvenile Center Minneapolis Police Chief Timothy Dolan stated that a new county -wide juvenile center to be opened in Minneapolis in January 2008 will serve as a drop -off location for juveniles. Chief Bechthold and Acting Chief Roehl, along with other chiefs present, indicated that this initiative could be valuable to their jurisdictions and expressed interest in learning more about the center. All were in agreement that it would be an effective tool in Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 36 addressing the current crime problems in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center, and Chief Dolan advised that additional information would be forthcoming. Potential Benchmarks: Strengthen the level of communication between the Hennepin County Sheriff s Office and all of the county's Police Chiefs on issues of mutual interest. Track Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center youths served by the Juvenile Center and note positive outcomes. Document the number of Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center juveniles transported to the center during peak times for youth offenses. Monitor juvenile- related crime committed during the center's hours of operation in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. 8. Human Service Interventions The Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council, that serves the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, and other northwest Hennepin County communities, conveyed their support for decreasing violent crime in Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. Susan Blood, the Executive Director of the organization has committed to the following activities: building the capacity of youth serving organizations (faith- based, ethnic specific, nonprofit, after school programs, and the cities' Park and Recreation Departments) to work together to address the root cause of youth violence and gang activity and revitalizing and coordinating the Network for Youth in NW Hennepin County. Potential Benchmarks: Increase the number of potential financial contributors convened that support area youth programs /projects to identify gaps and better direct resources in this area. Produce and distribute NW Hennepin Guide to Human Services (with expanded multicultural section) and phone tip cards with local resources, including cards specifically for Asian, Hispanic, and African residents. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 37 i Host family literacy events and distribute 60,000 books each year to low income children. Produce and distribute booklets in English and Spanish on `Getting School Ready' to inform families about getting ready for kindergarten. Critical to the ultimate success of the Violent Crime Summit is the degree to which participants hold themselves and each other accountable for the completion of each identified task. To effectively address Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center's current youth and violent crime problem, there must be a commitment by all stakeholders to take responsibility for moving beyond what they have previously been doing. While resources remain a challenge for all parties, it is clear that with more effective collaboration and better sharing of information, short-term success can be achieved. Juveniles and young adults are at the center of crime in both cities. Decreasing violent crime in both cities must include initiatives that impact juvenile and adult behavior. Regular meetings should be established for each of the six initiatives with minutes taken, which would be distributed to appropriate personnel. This will help keep momentum toward achieving the initiatives in a timely manner as well as keeping participants informed. Several attendees suggested that Summit participants be reconvened in the future to report on the progress of each initiative. This recommendation would further assist in maintaining progress and the overall success of the Summit. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 38 APPENDIX 1: BROOKLYN CENTER 2006 VIOLENT CRIME MAP Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 39 City of Brooklyn Center 2006 Violent Crime i I Legend it AGGASSAULT i FORCIBLE RAPE ROBBERY APPENDIX 2: STATE COMPARISON Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 40 i Part I crime rates for both Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park are clearly higher than those of surrounding jurisdictions. In fact, crime rates for the two cities are higher than the state averages for Minnesota as well as Illinois, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin (see Table 23). The Part I crime rate for Minnesota has decreased 4.8 percent between 2002 and 2006, a downward trend that is reflected in the nearby states. However, this trend is not reflected in Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park, as both cities have experienced an increased crime. Table 23. Part I crime rates for Minnesota, Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, and nearby states State 1 2002 1 2003 2004 2005 2006 Illinois 4,016 3,841 3,729 3,631 3,561 Iowa 3,448 3,233 3,176 3,125 3,086 Minnesota 3,535 3,440 3,352 3,410 3,366 North 2,406 2,173 1,996 2,076 2,128 Dakota South 2,278 2,175 2,105 1,952 1,791 Dakota Wisconsin 3,252 3,103 2,872 2,901 3,101 u ;I: qw, k M u PERF's interviews of members of the Brooklyn Center Police Department and the community identified two recurring themes regarding the factors contributing to crime in Brooklyn Center. Police and members of the community expressed the view that Minnesota lags behind other states in incarcerating criminal offenders, and also said that Minnesota's high level of social benefits attracts criminals to the state. To test these views, PERF conducted research to compare Minnesota's incarceration levels and public spending on incarceration and public assistance benefits with those of surrounding states. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Minnesota's incarceration rate is ranked 49 in the country. In June 2006, there were 9,776 prisoners in Minnesota, or 189 incarcerated offenders per 100,000 people (see Table 24), which was the lowest rate in comparison to nearby states i Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 41 (Illinois, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin). The highest incarceration rate among these states was found in South Dakota, which had 451 prisoners per 100,000 people. Table 24. Comparison of state population and number of prisoners State State Population Number of Prisoners Prisoners per 100,000 South Dakota 781,919 3,344 451 Wisconsin 5,556,506 22,658 414 Iowa 2,982,085 8,659 290 Illinois 12,831,970 44,669 354 North Dakota 635,867 I 1,338 I 220 Minnesota 5,167,101 9,776 189 PERF also compared public assistance benefits available in Minnesota with nearby states. In fiscal year 2005, Minnesota spent $409 million on corrections, which was 1.7 percent of the state's total expenditures, according to a report by the National Association of State Budget Officers (see Table 25) All of the other states studied spent a higher proportion of their state expenditures on corrections, with the exception of North Dakota, which spent the same proportion as Minnesota. Illinois and Wisconsin each spent more than 3 percent of their budgets on corrections. At the same time, the National Association of State Budget Officers report did support the view of Brooklyn Center police and residents that Minnesota expends more on social service programs than other nearby states. Minnesota spent $356 million (1.4 percent of total expenditures) on public assistance, which included Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and General and Emergency Assistance. That percentage figure was nearly double the comparable figure for Iowa and Wisconsin, and more than three times the figure for Illinois. Minnesota also spent $5.3 billion (21.6 percent of its total expenditure) on Medicaid, while Wisconsin spent $4.3 billion (13.8 percent) of its total budget on Medicaid. Table 25. State public assistance expenditures httn:// www .nasbo.or2/Publications/PDFs/ 2005% 20State %20Exoenditure %20Renort.odf Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 42 State Total public Public Temporary TANF as Total Corrections assistance assistance as Assistance of total corrections expenditures expenditures of total to Needy expenditures expenditures as of total expenditures Families expenditures (TANS expenditures Iowa $97 M 0.8% $75 M 0.6% $321 M 2.6% Minnesota $356 M 1.4% $298 M 1.2% $409 M 1.7% Wisconsin $262 M 0.8% $73 M 0.2% $1,036 B 3.3% Illinois $165 M 0.4% $124 M 0.3% $1,309 B 3.1% South $29 M 1.0 $26 M 0.9% $92 M 2.7% Dakota North $11 M 0.3% $11 M 0.3% $54 M 1.7% Dakota Minnesota is perhaps best compared to its border state Wisconsin, which has a similar population size and similar Part I crime rates. Wisconsin's incarceration rate is more than double Minnesota's rate (414 versus 189) and the public assistance available in Wisconsin is less than Minnesota. An argument can be made that Minnesota's leniency towards offenders and abundance of social services may contribute to the amount of crime committed in the state. APPENDIX 3: PROMISING JUVENILE PROGRAMS FOR CONSIDERATION BY BROOKLYN CENTER Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 43 For more than two Y ears, the Police Executive Research Forum has been focusing attention on the levels of violent crime across the United States. A portion of PERF's most recent survey collected information on promising practices from those agencies successfully decreasing violent crime within their jurisdiction. The following is a compilation of initiatives from the study directed at impacting youth crime that may be considered for adaptation in Brooklyn Center. Individual agencies may be contacted for more detailed information on their program: The Portland Police Bureau (Oregon) employs several strategies to keep juveniles from committing crimes. The city council has funded a multi disciplinary approach for outreach and prevention by providing direct services to chronic offenders in need of mental health and/or substance abuse services and housing. Exclusion zones allow officers to exclude persons arrested for a drug crime from specific designated areas. The exclusions last for 90 days, and persons can be arrested for trespass if they enter the area again. The Mayor's Office of Youth Violence Prevention targets youths between the ages of 12 and 25. The office provides coordination of government, community, and nonprofit agencies that focus on youth violence and gang prevention. The department is also working with the county juvenile justice system and the community to explore how to hold parents accountable for the actions of their children under the age of 14. Another initiative deals with youth crime /gang prevention and intervention by working on strategies to address the problem of youth gathering in the streets on weekends. The Redwood City Police Department (California) initiated several strategies to curtail a spike in gang violence. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 44 The gang unit, referred to as the Street Crimes Suppression Team (SCST), was supplemented with additional officers and directed its efforts more toward gang enforcement, which resulted in a reduction in violent crime, The SCST, along with the juvenile detective and counselor, developed many programs to help youth escape gangs. These programs include tattoo removal, counseling for youths and parents, and gang education seminars. San Mateo County developed a year -round Gang Task Force (GTF). The GTF has been extremely successful in the enforcement of laws pertaining to gang activity. Police, probation, parole, and other agencies have come together to make a significant impact on gang violence in San Mateo County. The department has embraced the community policing philosophy for 20 years. It continues to work with residents, neighborhood associations, schools, church groups, and other community groups to suppress crime and the fear of crime. These efforts have been successful in decreasing violence, especially gang violence. Sacramento Police Department (California) In partnership with the county probation department, the Department of Human Assistance, and several faith -based and community -based organizations, SPD opened a new attendance center at Burbank High School. This center focused on combating juvenile delinquency by focusing on truancy intervention and prevention efforts. The attendance center employed the services of community and faith -based organizations to provide counseling and support services to help steer potential "at- risk" youth toward a path of educational success. Due to the tremendous success of this center in the first year, the department is working with all of the partners to open additional centers at other local high schools. The department has expanded its program of partnering with the local school districts to have officers assigned to high schools and a number of middle schools for several years. The schools and police department are committed to working together on juvenile issues related to crime, gangs, truancy and neighborhood problems. In 2002, the school resource unit responded to over 3,500 calls for service on school campuses and 317 patrol calls for service. Officers made 83 misdemeanor arrests and 209 Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 45 felony arrests, issued 223 misdemeanor citations, and returned 1,337 truants to school. In response to a growing violent crime problem within the Sacramento region, the SPD's gang unit initiated a regional gang enforcement sweep. The police department partnered with the Sacramento County Sheriffs Department and the FBI to co -host Operation Sacramento Neighborhoods Against Gangs (SNAG). Operation SNAG conducted home visits and compliance searches of gang members and their associates who were on parole and/or probation. The operation was unique in the sense that it combined intelligence gathering and tactical enforcement into one operation. In October 2006, more than 400 law enforcement personnel from 19 Sacramento regional agencies participated in Operation SNAG, targeting over 300 parole or probationer gang members. This was the first operation of this magnitude conducted in the Sacramento region. The combined efforts of this two -day operation resulted in 223 executed searches and 84 arrests. Officers seized 48 guns and weapons, 34 pounds of marijuana, and 16 grams of methamphetamine, as well as a variety of other illegal narcotics. Trenton Police Department (New Jersey) The Trenton Police Department created a street gang /organized crime unit with the capacity to identify gang members, coordinate intelligence information internally and externally, and supplement criminal investigations. Since 2004, the street gang /organized crime unit has classified approximately 2,000 individuals as street gang members. Trenton PD has entered into agreements with law enforcement agencies throughout the county to form the Mercer County Regional Violent Crime Task Force. The department collaborates with juvenile parole and probation for a juvenile component in its Project Safe Neighborhood program. The City of Trenton and Ewing Township are engaged in an Operation Ceasefire collaboration modeled after the Newark- Irvington safer cities program. Because persons engaged in unlawful activity cross jurisdictional boundaries, this initiative is designed to improve communications, operational endeavors, and intelligence Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 46 sharing, thus expanding law enforcement's ability to address gang and violent crime issues. TPD has developed a youth oriented monitoring system based upon the Compstat model called Youthstat. This program is a collaboration of police, juvenile parole /probation, education, Division of Youth and Family Services, social service agencies, and city agencies involved in recreation and employment. A total of 120 identified juveniles are monitored based upon their "at -risk" status. Court ordered mandates and referrals are made in order to prevent the juveniles from engaging in unlawful activity. Recommendations are also made to the family court and social service agencies regarding alterations to existing "action plans" for youths in order to address emerging issues in the child's life (such as the death of a family member, the incarceration of a parent, recent apprehension, etc.). The Youthstat process has been in effect for approximately two years. Tracking of the identified subject juveniles over an extended period of time will determine whether the initiative is having a meaningful impact on crime. Colorado Springs Police Department (Colorado) has several initiatives to target juvenile crime. The Juvenile Offender Unit (JOU) focuses on positively impacting the lives of troubled youths in the community identified through the Serious Habitual Offender/Directed Intervention SHO/DI program. These are youths with multiple p Y P serious court adjudications as delinquents, who are ranked according to the number and seriousness of their offenses. The program involves teaming detectives with probation officers to intensively monitor the compliance of offenders with court- ordered requirements. It also involves getting cooperation from the families of these offenders and encouraging them to see the detective as a resource, rather than an adversary. During 2006, members of the JOU began supervising 62 juveniles, which was 50 percent more than during the previous year. An independent evaluation of this program, funded by the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services in the U.S. Department of Justice, determined that inclusion of an offender in the program resulted in a statistically significant reduction in recidivism. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 47 The CSPD gang task force (called Gangnet) is a patrol -based gang control effort that uses patrol officers who have received specialized training in gang recognition and interdiction to address the gang problem in Colorado Springs. Community Impact Teams are mixed squads of eight officers, made up of patrol officers, tactical enforcement officers, and narcotics detectives. Each of the four teams is under the supervision of a patrol sergeant. These multi- faceted teams work together to identify, target, disrupt, arrest, and prosecute recidivist violent offenders. They are deployed temporarily and geographically in response to patterns of violent behavior related to guns, gangs, and drugs that are identified in conjunction with crime analysts. The primary strategy is to identify the underlying behavioral, associative, and criminogenic factors that contribute to violent behavior by offenders. Field tactics employed are flexible and predicated upon data driven judgment of causation and correlation of crime patterns. The Community Impact Teams incorporate the concept of developing partnerships with the community as well as other departmental units and outside law enforcement agencies, with the shared vision of reducing violent crime throughout the city of Colorado Springs. This strategy was implemented in the 2nd quarter of 2007 and has yet to be formally evaluated. Pasadena Police Department (California) Safe Schools Team (SST) In response to the disbanding of the Pasadena schools' police unit as well as an escalation of incidents on and off school campuses, PPD developed the Safe Schools Team (SST). The team, consisting of one sergeant and six officers, provides police service to high school campuses. Operation Safe City (OSC) In response to a rise in gang and juvenile violence, the department initiated Operation Safe City (OSC). Detectives, special enforcement, traffic, neighborhood action, air support, and SST were integrated into a task force and assigned to affected areas of the city. Youth crime prevention/intervention programs continued outreach to youths and parents to offer alternatives as well as safe havens for after school and summer activities. An additional focus was placed on engaging youth in dialogue to quell the violence. OSC continues to address gang and juvenile violence. To ensure success, the operation is continually reviewed and Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 48 modified as necessary. There will be an expansion of the SST to allow for coverage of additional school campuses, specifically middle schools. Additionally, SST seeks to serve as a resource for school officials, students, and parents. Manchester Police Department (Connecticut) In 2003, Manchester's violent crime rate spiked as a result of the influence of youth gangs (12 to 17 years old). In an effort to identify and isolate the individuals responsible, a number of strategies proved successful. MPD invited other agencies and stakeholders to monthly meetings for data sharing. Since gang activity does not recognize jurisdictional boundaries, it was necessary to involve other police agencies. The department also invited members of the school system who could help identify at -risk youths and used their input to create a database. Manchester Police Department targeted high violent -crime areas and assigned a roving team to these areas. Once repeat offenders were identified, the department received court assistance in keeping these offenders off the street. By identifying and targeting key repeat offenders, the department was able to remove them from the community, which resulted in a dramatic drop in violent crime. The police department even intercepted these offenders' jail communications to determine future violent crime targets. A roving hot spot response team has given offenders a sense of police omnipresence. Some offenders know officers by name because they have been arrested numerous times. This team has the effect of reducing a feeling of youth gang members that they can operate with anonymity. When gang violence occurs, youths tend to flee upon the arrival of the police. However, once the officer knows the offenders, there is no point in running. White Plains Police Department (New York) Approximately one and a half years ago, the police department partnered with the city's youth bureau, and with a grant from Westchester County along with asset forfeiture funds, implemented the Youth Police Initiative. The purpose of the program is to bring police and youth together to build trust, improve communications, Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 49 and establish an understanding between juveniles and members of the police department that may help to de- escalate conflict in the community. Officers assigned to specific high -crime areas, the business district and the largest public housing complex, participated in a training curriculum alongside troubled youths from these areas. The program has been highly successful in reducing violent youth crime and improving/building community relations. The North American Family Institute, a Massachusetts social services agency, has instituted similar programs in Baltimore, Boston, and Yonkers, NY with much success. The program, which is based on some of the fundamental principles of community policing, will also be rolled out in Buffalo, NY and Mt. Vernon, NY. St. Louis Metro Police Department (Missouri) The St. Louis Metro Police Department has also been collaborating with the Missouri probation and parole departments on a juvenile night watch program. As in Brookline, an officer accompanies a probation and parole officer on unannounced visits to juvenile offenders' homes to monitor curfew compliance, etc. Brookline Police Department (Missouri) The Brookline, Missouri Police Department collaborates with courts and probation in dealing with at -risk youths. Youths who come to the attention of law enforcement are, at times, brought to court where restrictions are placed on them, such as a curfew. Police also work cooperatively with probation, for example, by accompanying probation officers on checks for compliance on the part of the youths. Pretrial diversion is another method used for some youths. Collier County Sheriffs Office (Florida) Collier County Sheriff's deputies are using GPS bracelets to track some juvenile law- breakers. A juvenile judge determines who is issued a bracelet with the goal of assigning them to offenders who are on extended home detention, awaiting placement in a residential program. This program enables deputies to determine exactly where Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 50 the juvenile offenders are and to monitor their activities using technology rather than personnel High Point Police Department (North Carolina) The High Point Community Against Violence HPCAV) program was formed in 1997 to reduce violent crimes in High Point and keep citizens safe from violent offenders. HPCAV works with the Violent Crimes Task Force, a group of law enforcement officials consisting of High Point officers, North Carolina Community Corrections, the District Attorney's office, the U.S. Attorney's Office, and multiple federal agencies. Identified offenders are invited to the police department, where they are addressed by the community and told to stop the violence or they will be put in jail. In conjunction with HPCAV, a full -time city employee works with local service agencies to help ex- offenders locate available resources, such as employment, housing, transportation, and other needs. The goal is to assist ex- offenders in building a constructive, self supporting lifestyle. APPENDIX 4: VIOLENT CRIME SUMMIT AGENDA Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 51 Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center VIOLENT CRIME SUMMIT XBRO s OKLYN VTER Monday, December 3, 2007 Edinburgh USA Golf Club 8700 Edinbrook Crossing Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 07:30 AM 08:00 AM Breakfast 08:00 AM 8:30 AM Welcome Introductions Steve Lampi, Mayor of Brooklyn Park Tim Willson, Mayor of Brooklyn Center Greg Roehl, Acting Chief Brooklyn Park Police Department Scott Bechthold, Chief Brooklyn Center Police Department 08:30 AM 9:15 AM Overview of Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Greg Roehl, Acting Chief Brooklyn Park Police Department Scott Bechthold, Chief Brooklyn Center Police Department 09:15 AM —10:15 AM Analysis of Part I Crime Chuck Wexler, Executive Director, Police Executive Research Forum 10:15 AM —10:30 AM Break 10:30 AM —12:30 PM Factors Contributing to Violent Crime 12:30 PM —1:00 PM Lunch 1:00 PM 2:45 PM Programs, Policies Strategies to Address Violent Crime 2:45 PM 3:00 PM Break 3:00 PM 4:15 PM Identify Next Steps Commitment to Solutions 4:15 PM 4:30 PM Summary Closing Remarks APPENDIX 5: VIOLENT CRIME SUMMIT ATTENDEES Mr. Jim Adams Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 52 Star Tribune Sergeant Tom Boie Mr. Mark Allen Brooklyn Center Police Department Brooklyn Center Business Assoc. Gary Brown Rhonda Ambuehl Director Engineering and Building Brooklyn Park Police Department Inspections Captain Jeff Ankerfelt Greg Burstad Brooklyn Park Police Department Brooklyn Park Police Department Mr. Randy Bacon Ross Carlson Corrections Unit Supervisor Brooklyn Park Police Department Principal Bryan Bass Mr. Phil Cohen Brooklyn Center High School Eugene Dix Chief Scott Bechthold African American Action Committee Brooklyn Center Police Department Chief Mona Dohman Lieutenant Kevin Benner Maple Grove Police Department Brooklyn Center Police Department Chief Tim Dolan i Billy Bishop Minneapolis Police Department Brooklyn Park Resident Ms. Monique Drier Mr. Todd Blomstrom Brooklyn Center Police Department City of Brooklyn Center City Hall Lieutenant Larry Eckman Ms. Susan Blood Brooklyn Park Police Department NW Hennepin Human Services Council Mr. Gary Eitel Carole Blowers City of Brooklyn Center City Hall Brooklyn Park Crime Prevention Association Captain Craig Enevoldsen Brooklyn Park Police Department Mr. Curt Boganey City of Brooklyn Center City Hall Lana Ensrud Brooklyn Park Evangelical Free Church ASAC Steven Bogdalek Bureau of Alcohol, Firearms, and Explosives Mr. Philip Essington A -2400 Government Center Ms. Becky Boie Brooklyn Center Police Department Detective Todd Ewing Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 53 Brooklyn Park Police Department City of Brooklyn Park Roger J. Fellows Ray Klotz Attorney at Law Brooklyn Park Rotary Jan Ficken Safety Director Brian Koch Manager Recreation Services Robbinsdale School District Lieutenant Lee Folstad Byron Laher Brooklyn Park Police Department CEAP Mr. Michael Freeman Mayor Steve Lampi C -2000 City of Brooklyn Park Council Lieutenant Tim Gannon Pastor Steve Larson Brooklyn Center Police Department Brooklyn Ministerial Association Reedemer Covenant Church Council Member Rich Gates City of Brooklyn Park Council Mr. Nong Lee Brooklyn Center Library Crime Prevention Coordinator Gerry Gibbs Brooklyn Park Police Department Superintendent Keith Lester Brooklyn Center School District Mr. Jim Glasoe City of Brooklyn Center City Hall Ms. Mercedes Lindgren Chief Mike Goldstein Chief Gary Link Plymouth Police Department New Hope Police Department Representative Debra Hilstrom Superintendent Stan F. Mack II Robbinsdale School District Pastor Bruce Hobbs Inspector Mike Martin Officer Tonya Jackson Minneapolis Police Department Brooklyn Center Police Department Robin Martinson Lyn Joyner Brooklyn Park Police Department JCPP Brooklyn Park Lions President Mr. John McLaughlin Cory Kampf Hennepin County Human Services Dept. City of Brooklyn Park Finance Director Resource Development Detective Steve Karris Giuseppe (Rob) Mendolia Brooklyn Center Police Department Brooklyn Junior Principal Kaydee Kirk Mr. Tom Merkel Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 54 Director of Community Corrections Park Center High School Support Services Manager Lorelei Meyer Sergeant Mona Pearson Brooklyn Park Police Department Brooklyn Center Police Department Principal Rhoda Mhiripiri Lieutenant Steve Pearson Champlin Park High School Brooklyn Park Police Department Ms. Pat Milton Officer Kim Potter Youth Opportunities Coalition Brooklyn Center Police Department Jerry Mitlyng Doug Reeder Living Word Christian Center Brooklyn Park City Manager Mr. Rich Moeller Sergeant Mike Reynolds North Memorial Brooklyn Center Police Department Crime Analyst Jody Murphy Sergeant Stu Robinson Brooklyn Park Police Department Brooklyn Center Police Department Ms. Susan Myles Chief Greg Roehl Brooklyn Center Police Department Brooklyn Park Police Department i Lieutenant Scott Nadeau Sergeant Frank Roth Brooklyn Center Police Department Brooklyn Center Police Department Ms. Irene Ndegwa Ms. Dianne Sannes Acting Captain Eric Nelson Inspector Ken Schilling Brooklyn Park Police Department Hennepin County Sheriffs Office Mr. Seyon Nyanwleh Ms. Vicki Schleuning Executive Director, ASSA, Inca City of Brooklyn Center City Hall Honorable Councilmember Mary O'Connor Steve Schmidt City of Brooklyn Center Council Brooklyn Park Fire Chief Dean Olsen Director Community Development Robert Osseo School District Schreier City of Brooklyn Park Community Officer Terry Olson Development Brooklyn Center Police Department Jon Oyanagi Mr. Doug Schultz Park and Recreation Director Chief Dave Schwarze Principal Kelly Parpart Champlin Police Department i Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 55 Chief Wayne Shellum Police Executive Research Forum Robbinsdale Police Department Chief Judge Lucy Wieland C1200 Hennepin Co. Gov't Center Pastor Steve Sibinski Living Word Christian Center Director Terry Wise Hennepin County Juvenile Probation Mr. V. J. Smith MAD DADS Denise Rene Wollenburg Special Events Coordinator City of Lt. Andy Smith Brooklyn Park Minneapolis Police Department Mr. Joshua Xiong Ms. Natalie Spray Sun Post Honorable Councilmember Mark Yelich City of Brooklyn Center Council Sheriff Richard Stanek Hennepin County Sheriffs Office Acting Director, CFA Bill Tegeler Police Executive Research Forum Council Member Mike Trepanier City of Brooklyn Park Council Peg Vickerman Northview Junior High Executive Director Chuck Wexler Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 56 APPENDIX 6: VIOLENT CRIME SUMMIT POWERPOINT PRESENTATION Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Summit December 3, 2007 cu. r II II II II MR Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center NMXM`l.3' Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Why are we here? Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 57 Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center RR(N)tiG}'1 Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Scone of Studv Examine the nature of the violent crime problem in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center IIR IIl T Violent Crime Reduction Initiative PF9TP.%t Methodolou Review of open source materials and information provided by the police departments Site visits to police departments to interview key staff, city leaders, members of the community and other criminal justice officials, justice agencies and community and business leaders Analysis of crime data One -day crime summit Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Desired Summit Outcome Produce a comprehensive violent crime reduction strategy designed to: Reduce violence, Sharpen the focus on the issue, and Strengthen relationships between the Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police Departments, other criminal justice agencies, and members of the I residential and business communities. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 58 City of Brooklyn Park Mayor Steve Lampi City Manager Doug Reeder Acting Police Chief Greg Roehl Brooklyn Park P. D. 2005 2006 2007 Budget $11,537,870 $12,079,799 $13,176,732 Staffing Sworn 86 85 93 Civilian 50 52 59 TOTAL 136 137 142 Brooklyn Park P. D. Brooklyn Park Polito 0apnrtment 2007 Organizational Ct-2 Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 59 Brooklyn Park PD Number of Misdemeanor Domestic Assaults r I Brooklyn Park P. D. Number of Felony Domestic Assaults `au 4 Iora.wranwu� I F c' Brooklyn Park P. D. Violent Crime Initiatives Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) Anoka Co/Hennepin Co Narcotic Task Force Violent Crimes Task Force Hennepin Co Violent Offenders Task Force Metro Gang Strike Force Safe Streets Unit COP Unit Neighborhood Action Plan Unit Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 60 City of Brooklyn Center Mayor Tim Willson City Manager Curt Boganey Police Chief Scott Bechthold XKL HR Y lY VTER Ca,„r BR 11KL"' Brooklyn Center P. D. CENTER 2005 2006 2007 Budget $5,800,076 $5,829,622 $5,636,664 Staffing Sworn 43 43 43 Civilian 20 20 16 TOTAL 63 63 59 Brooklyn Center P. D. BROOKLlA' Y CENTER Brooklyn Center Police Department Organizational Chart Y e 1 3 3 r'i 'gm Mm I Vrcevaronel SonCwds $u Pn 511rru .r. i t o xbv c�anncv aa.n, Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 61 BRoo RLlNV Brooklyn Center P. D. CENTER Violent Crime Initiatives Problem Oriented Policing Initiatives Sector Team Philosophy Community Participation Crime Reduction Strategy Hennepin Co. Violent Offender Task Force Peacemaker Juvenile Diversion Program Ci(ru! Boo `s" Brooklyn Center P. D. cE -vrER 2004 2005 2006 Calls for 26,328 26,738 28,644 Service Part I crimes 2072 2104 2190 C,n. Brooklyn Center P. D. BROO CENTER PERF Assessment Brooklyn Center has experienced an increase in the number of violent crimes, notably robberies. A main concern expressed by the community are problems associated with youth. There are little or no activities /services available for young adults in Brooklyn Center. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 62 II N {I II About the Police Executive Research Forum Mission Origins Research Taking a Leadership Role II II II I) Examples of PERF's Prior Projects Violent Crime Gathering Storm, Violent Crime in America: 24 Months of Alarming Trends Tale of Two Cities Minneapolis Homicide Project DC Sniper Report International Projects: Jamaica, Ireland, China and Middle East Conducted Energy Device (CED) Guidelines Racial Profiling Police Chief Selection: L.A. and Chicago Senior Management Institute for Police Vi*lent Crime in Amerim Vi.knt i. Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 63 II (ill 11 "A Gathering Storm" Create forum to understand cause and effect of potential impact Evaluate trends indicating increasing violence Recommendations to address the issues II II II II A Gathering Storm Summary Percent change in violent crime from 2005 to 2006 for 56 select jurisdictions Homicide increased 6.74% Robbery increased 6.48% Aggravated Assault decreased 2.20% Percent change in violent crime from January to June 2005 to January to June 2006 for 56 select jurisdictions Homicide increased 4.24% Robbery increased 9.71% Aggravated Assault increased 0.15% II I) II II Alarming Trends Summary Percent change in violent crime from 2005 to 2006 for 56 select jurisdictions Homicide increased 2.89% Robbery increased 6.48% Aggravated Assault decreased 2.20% Aggravated Assault w/Firearm increased 1.28% Percent change in violent crime from 2004 to 2006 for 56 select jurisdictions Homicide increased 10.21% Robbery increased 12.27% Aggravated Assault increased 3.12% Aggravated Assault w/Firearm increased 9.98% Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 64 Hennepin County tY r�MN1 OIQY 6aMr/.Pik r T. JJ P t Q I L t t' —t Five year Part I crimes trend 2002 -2006 Part I crimes per 100,000 population r ,u`' }.990 0 Mimes to Hemepu Cou Ly HPOo4 Park Bmokby Cerra I Brooklyn Park 2006 Violent Crime Map Ott firwFlyn PaO �.s.aM �ua�wp rnn�ni: f i C3 Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 65 Brooklyn Park P. D. "Zane Avenue Corridor" High density rental communities Windsor Gates Apartments Point of America Apartments Moonraker Apartments Creekside Gables Strip Malls Transportation Corridor Brooklyn Center 2006 Violent Crime Map 1'iok•t ('riwwx 2••6 i Brooklyn Center XX(N)Fb7;M1' Calls for service and criminal Incidents by rental properties Rental Units 2006 Calls 2006 CFS 2006Criminal 2006 CI Property for service per Incidents per (CFS) unit (CI) unit Twin Lake 276 136 .49 23 .08 North Melrose 217 131 .60 19 .05 Gates i Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 66 XRfXlA►.I Yt' Brooklyn Center Calls for service and criminal incidents by hotel Hotel Rooms 2006 Calls 2006 2006 Criminal 2006 CI for service CFS per incidents (CI) per room (CFS) room AmericInn 80 30 .38 0 0 Baymont 92 92 1.00 9 .10 Comfort Inn 60 40 .66 7 .11 Country Inn 84 29 .34 6 .07 Crowne 176 106 .60 16 .09 Plaza Extended 104 62 .59 4 .04 Stay 2005 2006 Part I crimes by category and year Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center 2005 2006 2005 2006 Murder 1 2 0 2 Rape 48 53 21 29 Aggravated assault 180 168 88 64 Burglary 594 612 180 203 Larceny -theft 2,036 2,320 1,512 1,565 Auto theft 303 326 235 233 Arson 7 17 9 7 Robbery 81 155 59 89 Robberies by year Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Number of percent change Number of Percent change Year robberies from previous robberies from previous year year 2000 89 57 2001 95 6.7 49 -14 2002 84 -11.6 40 -18.4 2003 67 -20.2 50 25 2004 75 11.9 60 20 2005 81 B 59 -1.7 Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 67 2006 robberies by month Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Month Number Percentage Number Percentage January 11 6.8 7 7.9 February 9 5.6 6 6.7 March 6 3.7 7 7.9 April 7 4.3 2 2.2 May June 14 8.7 7 7.9 July 6 6.7 August 15 9.3 September 16 9.9 6 6.7 October November 12 7.5 7 7.9 December 11 6.8 2006 robberies by day of week Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Day Number Percentage Number Percentage Sunday 20 12.7 Monday 15 9.5 10 11.2 Tuesday 13 14.6 WIN Wednesday 17 10.8 Thursday 22 13.9 Friday 10 11.2 Saturday 12 13.5 2006 robberies by time of day B-.ti w Pu* Brooklyn Cahn um MDq N- Preeemp Number Perrenmge 686066V 4 45 mbW159 x.5 5 56 -1 5 1,2 1 11 oeooa9 1.3 x zx 46W0S59 a x5 3 23 o b'/boA'I59 0.6 o x u 6900099 1 l x zz 60b1659 0.6 0 11-59 z 1.3 ss 12gU1 x39 x U z R 1301359 5 33 45 35003559 S® 3 3A 25 o 9 1 m1n9 u 3 1A 9 1., 4 4.1 1900193Y 2WBi9p 6 6.> 33 23B0xbf 5 5.6 1306b59 g 5.1 6 5] Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 68 2006 robberies by location Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Location Number Percentage Number Percentage Street Business 19 12.1 Apartment complex 12 13.5 Public area 13 8.3 11 12.4 Residence 9 10.1 Restaurant/bar 14 8.9 8 9 Convenience store 14 8.9 7 7.9 Bank 2 0.01 7 7.9 2006 robbery Victims by ethnicity Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Ethnicity Number Percentage Number Percentage Hispanic 10 5.1 4 3.9 White Black Asian 7 3.6 8 7.8 American Indian 1 0.5 0 0 Unknown 28 14.4 0 0 2006 robbery Victims by age Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Age Number Percentage Number Percentage Under 10 2 1 0 0 10 -14 6 5.8 15 -17 12 11.7 21 -23 17 8.7 11 10.7 24 -26 15 7.7 6 5.8 9 4.6 30's 21 10.8 12 11.7 20 10.3 50's 6 3.1 7 6.8 Over 60 8 4.1 4 3.9 Unknown• 16 8.2 0 0 J Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 69 2006 robbery suspects by ethnicity Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Ethnicity Number Percentage Number Percentage Hispanic 2 1.9 8 4.3 White 7 6.5 6 3.2 Bieck Asian 0 0 2 1.1 American Indian 0 0 1 0.5 Unknown 14 13 6 3.2 2006 robbery suspects by age Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Age Number Percentage Number Percentage 10-14 4 2.2 15 -17 21 -23 9 8.3 11 5.9 24-26 2 1.9 17 9.1 3 2.8 30's 7 6.5 8 4.3 4 3.7 50's 0 0 1 0.5 Unknown 15 13.9 57 30.6 J Brooklyn Park Juvenile Arrests d i. 0— Numberof 7R5 *enhe arrests Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 70 X m ��r 6I.I Brooklyn Center `TER Juvenile Arrests Number of Annual Admissions vs. Releases in JDC -28% Juveniles Admitted to JDC in 2005 Total number of Juveniles I 4 5�� processed in -2005 I Totalnumberof "Bed Days" I 33,937 (Average length of stay per resident 7.5 days Average length of stay for males I 8.3 days Average length of stay for females �j, Q days Average daily population total I 94. Average daily population Boys I 79,8 Average daily, population Girls I 14.9 Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 71 Most Common Juvenile Referrals to JDC in 2005 0-M 80 Source: Hennepin Courtly JDC 2005 Final Report Common Juvenile Referrals to JDC for Violent Offenses (2005) ro.GC„pn d+a�,00a Robbery rWM UO Wbhaut Mhapen) �.e.ar (G,rar.n Wea Mpwwi 0/of referrals to JDC in 2005 f0 were for violent offences so.r «rw�t«wrnc:ans��.,n a��r. Juvenile Offenders Victims: 2006 National Report Juvenile poverty appears to be associated with juvenile crime 1 in 6 lived in poverty in 2002 African Americans/Hispanics were 3 times more likely to live in poverty in 2002 The proportion of juveniles living in single families increased in the second half of the 20tb Century Youth 12 -17 living in families with both parents were less likely to be involved in major thefts, assaults and arrests Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 72 Juvenile Offenders Victims: 2006 National Report (continued) Education failure is linked to law violating behavior Low income children drop out at almost twice the overall rate and 5 times the rate of high income families Juvenile law violating behavior is linked to family structure and to school /work involvement Juvenile Offenders Victims: 2006 National Report (continued) In 1980, 1/3 of juvenile murders involved multiple offenders; in 2002 48% involved multiple offenders The daily pattern of juvenile violent, drug and weapon crime differ on school and non- school days Violent crime by juveniles peaks between 3 and 4 PM only on school days After school programs have more crime reduction potential than juvenile curfews Brooklyn Center P. D. BcFTER" Robbery arrestees prior arrest record (19 arrests in 2006 4 no prior arrest and 2 persons arrested twice) Subject Prior Arrest 1. Criminal Sexual Conduct, Terrorist Threats 2. Driving Under the Influence 3. Disorderly Conduct, Minor Consumption of Alcohol, Obstructing Legal Process 4. Fleeing in Motor Vehicle, Narcotics (51 Assault (3), Theft, Driving After Revocation, Felon In Possession of Firearms, Burglary, Murder 5. Receiving Stolen Property (3), Fleeing in Motor Vehicle (2), Theft, Narcotics (4), Driving After Revocation (2), Felon in Possession of Firearms (2) 6. Theft (25), Receiving Stolen Property (4), Financial Transaction Card Fraud, Narcotics (12), Burglary (4), Forgery (2), Open Bottle, Assault (21), Terrorist Threats, Aggravated Robbery (4), Simple Robbery (3), Criminal Sexual Conduct (3), Gambling, Trespass in Motor Vehicle, Trespass in Residence, Trespass to Land, Damage to Property 7. Disorderly Conduct, Forgery, No Proof of Insurance, Simple Robbery (2� False Information to Police S. Assault, Disorderly Conduct, Minor Consumption of Alcohol, Obstructing Legal Process 9. Criminal Sexual Conduct 10. Assault, No Driver's License, False Information to Police, No Driver's License 11. Criminal Sexual Conduct, Narcotics, Assault 12. Theft (2), False Information to Police 13. Forgery Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 73 Brooklyn Park P. D. Probationers by crime type Crime Number Percentage Murder, homicide, attempted 8 0.4 murder Robbery, attempted robbery 25 1.3 Burglary, attempted burglary 47 2.4 Theft 98 5.0 Brooklyn Center P. D. Probationers by crime type Crime Number Percentage Murder, homicide, attempted 4 0.5 murder Robbery, attempted robbery 6 0.8 Criminal sexual conduct 34 4.6 Burglary, attempted burglary 14 1.9 Theft 38 5.1 Comparison of state populations and number of prisoners State State Population Number of Prisoners Prisoners per 100,000 South Dakota 781,919 3,344 451 Wisconsin 5,556,506 22,658 414 Iowa 2,292,085 8,659 189 Illinois 12,831,970 44,669 354 North Dakota 635,867 1,338 220 5,167,101 9,776 Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 74 Comparison of state public assistance spending "Temporary Assistance for Needy Families ftwk P.M. -TANF 'TAW u of Ton asdwoo h es asisna as% spending nd opeodi.9 enrreedon apodivY as spending of Tang spending of ton Iowa $97 M 93% S75 M 0.6% 5321 M 206% Mivneenh Wisconsin S262 0.8% S73 02% 51,0368 -33% Illinois 5165 M 0.4% 5124 M 0.3% $1,309 B 3.1% South S29 M 1.0% 526 M 0.9% 2.7*A Dak— North s l i m 0.3% $11 M 0.3% Dskoh Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Summit Q &A Discussion BROOTi L 'N CENTER Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Page 75 Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Brooklyn Center Police Department Final Report Cold CEN TER January 23, 2008 111 POLICE ezean'Ive RESEARCH FORUM The Police Executive Research Forum 01 saU�'� °add 1 n aao �dXa �u�ssaapp u au��di�s!P �I nua P dap u! u� 100PU00 �a�as uapua ol l�ck �v►��nPa� a ansu� a a S MOO pine Brooklyn Park &Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Scope of Studv Examine the nature of the violent crime problem 0 n Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center AM Brooklyn Park &Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Methodology Review of open source materials and information provided by the police departments Site visits to police departments to interview eand staff, city leaders, members of t agencies and other criminal justice officials, j g community and business leaders Analysis of crime data One -day crime summit 4M Brooklyn Park &Brooklyn Center Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Desired Summit Outcome Produce a comprehensive violent crime reduction strategy designed to: Reduce violence, Sharpen the focus on the issue, and Strengthen relationships between the Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Police Departments, other criminal justice agencies, and members of the residential and business communities. a dLCtoa t nd .1a ,ql° puvj SaX l uoi��aO� S�ea.�� a.La S a.z,, sa,Iaagol jO a ssautsna 0. aul st uos .Iad to its o Ma tt �S4 aSva .j�ut lu��t to a gts�odsa� s a�a atjagq°N s soot 3q 3 u� z) luaaxz)d I ua o�n ut a`� �I auu z� t ua o ja d o oz ul pZ ol g a otn ut `�u�u� °l t �o� oulin lu t o DM Z a 3� o g gooZ /o uznu auk ot� jo x� ua1 .saLutx uf, oo:tq ua s� xal axou� u� p0ou011od's,'o u sp ua �,u Sa d dq ua oo.* g JOB. 60� Brooklyn Center P. D. PERF Assessment 2. Brooklyn Center is experiencing a crime problem related to juveniles: Majority of robbery suspects are between the ages of 10 to 20 The hour of day following school dismissal shows a spike in the robbery rate There are little or no activities /services available for youth and young adults sa�!na�� uo ua a a�.u1 adns at ua �n� L uo► s!n g Sa aa doad 1 S\oou 'C U0 un uidauuaH 0 Pas Co ��o ua�p a 1 saaP ��1 a �ua�a�ao�u� Mel leuO.C)0\8 oiev, 0 q OM�,�a II