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CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
CITY COUNCIL GOAL-SETTING
LEA.DERSHIP WORKSHOP
August 11, 2001
8:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
1. Objectives:
Upon completion of this workshop, the participants will have:
a. reviewed briefly the August, 2000 and January 23, 2001 workshops and
the conclusions reached at them.
b. completed an assessment of council's perceptions of issues and actions
that must be addressed to complete 2001 goals successfully.
c. assessed council's leadership performance and its continuing efforts to
improve its effectiveness.
d. identified major challenges and emerging issues confronting the city and
council over the next 5+ years.
e. established council's goals for 2002.
f. addressed other issues raised by council members for discussion.
2. Agenda
8:30 a.m. Welcome and review of workshop objeetives.
8:35 a.m. Council "Time out" (Council members only)
Where aze we in bringing our 2001 goals to successful
outcomes?
How are we perfornung as a council; opportunities far
continuous improvement
Big challenges and emerging issues confronting the city and
council
Proposed priorities for 2002.
11:00 a.m. History of each goal and an overview of accomplishments during
2001 to date (Manager, Assistant Manager and Council).
Course Corrections for remainder of 2002.
11:30 a.m. Review of bids for Community Center and City Hall Retrofitting
Proj ect
12:15 g.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. Leadership Priorities and Direction
5 year horizon: critical challenges and emerging issues
desired outcomes and force-field analysis; i.e., what's working
for us and against us in achieving the outcomes we desire?
Goa1s for 2002
2:45 p.m. Council discussion forum
3:30 p.m. Conclusion
City of B�ooklyn Center
A Millennium Community
To: Mayor Kragness and Council Members Lasman, Nelson, Peppe, and Ricker
From: Michael J. McCauley
City Manager
Date: July 25, 2001
Re: City Council Goal Setting Workshop
Enclosed are the materials identified by the City Council to be assembled prior to the
annual City Council Goal Setting Workshop. The goals for the Workshop and the format
aze as outlined in the Overview of Format used at the August 2000 Goal Setting Retreat.
The Council, at the January 2001 retreat, indicated that it wished to follow that same
format this yeaz.
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Recreation and Community Center Phone TDD Number
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430-2199 (763) 569-3400
City Hall &�TDD Number (�63) 569-3300 FAX (763) 569-3434
FAX (763) 569-3494
Overview of Format used at Au�ust, 2000 Goal Setting Retreat
1. Statement of Leadership Direction and Philosophy (Vision) as prelude to City's Goal
Statements
brief statement of overall leadershig direction and vision Council is pursuing
relative to future of Brooklyn Center
2. Create basic langua.ge of Goals and Work Plans at August retreat
3. Review draft resolution of goals at a work session to fine tune
4. After review of draft resolution, on next agenda for approval
Preparation for Goal Setting Workshop:
1. Distribute materials at least 1 week before workshop
2. Materials:
City Manager's overview of proj ects
list of potential goals as identified thraugh year
list of Council goals for last 2+ years
City Manager summary of goal achievements to date for
Calendaz Yeaz 2000
Calendar Yeaz �988 2001 progress
Council Survey
a Council survey form was used to prepare for the August retreat
Council has opportunity to meet with Cazl Neu for Council only session
Continue in
2001 Proiects/Activities 2002 Future
69th Brooklyn Blvd.
694/94 widening
Accounting Standard Changes Comparable Worth
Area Legislative Meetings
Brookdale
BrooklynBlvd. Wage compression is
I Budget Review of City Polici
CDBG
Census data
Chamber of Commerce
City Hall/ Community Center
Civil legal Services review
Code Enforcement
Commercial Zoning Proposal
COOP N W& Cadet program
Dist. 281 Govt. Advisory
Dist. 286 Grandview Park
Diversity training/recruitment
EBHC Planning
Elections
Emergency Planning
Energy Costs
Enterprise Management
Evaluate police software options
Financial Commission
Financial Planning
Finance Dept. Reorganization
Fire Fighter DWI
Five Cities Transportation
Greater Mpls. Metro. Housing C
Health Insurance
Highway 100
Hotel site potential EBHC
John Barlow
Joslyn
Kennel Ordinance
Labor Contracts/Issues
League/AMM
Legislature
Liquor: close Northbrook
Logis
Neighborhood Street Projects
New FinanciaUHR software
Newsletter/neighborhood watch
North Metro Mayors Association
Northboork
PG&E
Park Rec Commission
Aolice staffing
Police Labor issues
Pond Dedication
Potential Spring flooding
Regional Human Rights
Rental Inspection Fees
Riverwood Neighborhood Assoc.
Shingle Creek Towers
Smart Growth Grant
Summerchase
Su ort 37 Council Meetin s
PP g
Tif Projects Accounting
Traffic Safety Committee
Transit Hub
Web Site
Willow Lane 252 housing
2001 Overview of Major Projects for City Council and City Manager
Jamiary February March Anril MaY June
Finance Dept. Reorganizati Finance Dept. Reorganizati Finance Dept. Reorganizati Finance Dept. Reorganizati Finance Dept. Reorganizati Finance Dept. Reorganization
PG E PG E PG E Pazk Rec. Commission Budget Budget Additional Items:
Brookdale Brookdale Brookdale Brookdale Brookdale Brookdale I Ongoing or Completed 2001
Dist. 286 Grandview Dist. 286 Grandview Dist. 286 Grandview Dist. 286 Grandview Dist. 286 Grandview Dist. 286 Grandview
Barlow Barlow Barlow Barlow Park Rec. Commission Teamsters Conuact Area Legis. Meetings
Fire Fighter DWI Fire Fighter DWI Fire Fighter DWI Fire Fighter DWI 694194 widening
City Hall/Community Cent City HalUGommunity Cent City Hall/Community Cent City Hall/Community Cent City HalUCommunity Cent City Hall/Community Cent CDBG
Joslyn Joslyn Site 7oslyn Site Joslyn Site Joslyn Site Joslyn Site Census
Highway 100 Highway 100 Highway 100 Highway 100 Highway 100 Highway 100 Chamber of Commerce
Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. BrooMyn Blvd. Commercial Zoning Proposal
Financial Commission League Legis. Conf. Financial Commission Audit Audit Auditor with Council COOP Northwest
Smart Growth Smart Growth Smart Growth Smart Growth Smart Growth Smart Growth Dist. 281 Govemment Advisory Counc
Council Retreat Civil Legal Services Work Session: Comm. Chai Joint Mtg. Commissions League Conference Diversity ttaining/recruitment
Police Arbitration Police ArbiVation Police Arbitration Legislature Legislature Legislature EBHC monthly meetings
Chamber State of City Park Rea Commission Legislature: testify American Legion acquisitio American L,egion acquisitio American Legion acquisitio Energy Cost increases
Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Enterprise Management
69th Brooklyn Blvd. 69th Brooklyn Blvd. 69th Brooklyn Blvd. 69th Brooklyn Blvd. 69th Brooklyn Bivd. 69th Brooklyn Blvd. Five Cites Transportation
Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Bivd. Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. Greater Mp(s. Metro. Housing Co�p. I
special election special election special election new council orientation Health Insurance Costs
Willow Lane 252 Willow Lane 252 Willow Lane 252 Willow Lane 252 Willow Lane 252 Willow Lane 252 Hotel site potential development
Kennel Ordinance
I July Au�ust. September October November December �League ofMinnesota Cities I
Liquor store close: Northbook
Brookdale Brookdale Brookdale Bmokdale Brookdale Brookdale Logis Board
Dist. 286 Grandview DisG 286 Grandview Dist. 286 Grandview Dist. 286 Grandview Dist. 286 Grandview Dist. 286 Grandview Neighborhood Street Projects
Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget New Financia( Software
City Hall/Community Cent City HalUCommunity Cent City Hall/Community Cent City HaWCommunity Cent City Hall/Community Cent City Hall/Community Cent Newsletter
Barlow Council Retreat Police Patrol ConVact Police Patrol Contract Police Patro( Contract North Metro Mayors Association
Highway 100 Highway 100 Highway ]00 Highway 100 Highway 100 Highway ]00 Northbrook
Smart Growth Smart Growth Smart Growth Smart Growth Smart Growth Smart Growth Police labor issues
Joslyn Site Joslyn Site Joslyn Site Joslyn Site Joslyn Site Joslyn Site Pond Dedication
69th Brooklyn Blvd. 69th Brooklyn Bivd. 69th Brooklyn Blvd. 69th Brooklyn Blvd. 69th Brooklyn Blvd. 69th Brooklyn Blvd. Potential flooding
Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. Brookiyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Blvd. Regional Human Rights
Willow Lane 252 Willow Lane 252 Wil(ow Lane 252 Willow Lane 252 Willow Lane 252 Willow Lane 252 Rental Inspec6on Fees
Financial Commission Financial Commission Civil Legal Services NLC conf. Riverwood Neighborhood Assoa
Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Shingle Creek Towers
Smart Growth Grant Smart Growth Grant Smart Growth Grant Smart Growth Grant Smart Growth Grant Smart Growth Grant Summerchase
Teamster's Contract Teamster's ConVact Teamster's Contract Teamster's Contract Support 37 Counci( Meetings
Tif Projects Accounting
Traffic Safety Committee
Web Site
To: Mayor Kragness and Council Members Lasman, Nelson, Peppe, and Ricker
From; Michael J. McCauley
Ciry Manager
Date: July 17, 2001
Re: Status of 2001 Goa1s
City Council 2001 Goals
Goals are not in any order of priority.
Goal 1: Support Brookdale Redevelopment By:
use of tax increment assistance
review and evalua.tion of land use applications
prompt construction and plan review/inspection
monitoring developer performance
Status: City Council and EDA have revised agreements and Restated and Amended
DevelopmentAgreement has been executed Talisman has demolished northwest corner to
prepare for construction of Old Navy, Barnes 8� Noble, and food cour� Talisman closed
on financing. Construction of main project is under way.
Goa12: Continue and Improve Code Enforcement and Compliance Activities By:
coordinated efforts of the police and community development deparlments
increased effort and focus on high-density areas, while continuing
neighborhood enforcement
continuing to evaluate additional approaches to achieving improved
compliance
Status: New neighborhood liaison hired CEAP and HOME continue to participate in
providing assistance to elderly and disabled in home maintenance and compliance with
code enforcement orders. Code Enforcement sweep completed and re-inspection and
prosecutorial follow-up on going.
Goa13: Increased Proactivity Towazds Fighting Crime By:
increased visibility of police in neighborhoods and apartment complexes
continuing and expanding the participation rate in Neighborhood Watch
programs
including public safety information in all City newsletters
Status: Police Department has assigned liaisons to apartment complexes. Community
Development, Police and City prosecutor have launched enforcement action directed at
Summerchase's continuing problems. N'eekly inspections of Summerchase parking lots
has resulted in much better compliance with vehicle licensing requirements. This has
included apartment by apartment inspection, posting of unoccupied units, and numerous
compliance orders. Community Development and Police Departinents participate actively
in ARMgroup.
Participation in Neighborhood Watch continues at high level with efforts to maintain and
increase participation.
Public safety information is included in each City Watch newsletter.
Goa14: Actively Support Northeast Corner of 69th Avenue and Brooklyn Boulevard
Redevelopment By:
exploring responsible and credibly-financed development proposals
ensuring that plans support the long-term goals of the City's
Comprehensive Plan
Status: EDA has selected a developer. Al[ land has been acquired, incldingAmerican
Legion. Developer is working on site submissions for planning approvaL Development
Agreement entered into with developer. Work ongoing to finalize title to properry and to
clos�
Goa15: Continue Planning For and Beginning Construction of Community Center
and City Ha11 Work By:
developing final designs and cost estimates for the project
moving towards substantial construction of the project in 2001
Status: Conceptual plans reviewed with City Council, Park 8c Recreation Commission,
and Financial Commission. Increased costs have required additional pre-design work to
keep project scope affordable. Bids are being solicited Anticipate City Council review of
bids on August II
Goa16: Continue and Implement Long-Term Financial Planning By:
continued five-year planning for utilities and capital improvements
continuing/expanding five-year planning for other funds
reviewing and developing contingency planning
moving toward development of two to three year budget projections for the
City
continuing to evaluate City priorities
Status: This is part of budget and capital improvement plan process over the summer and
fal� The Legislature has eliminated ability to plan for General Fund
Goa17: Support and Promote Major Road and Street Improvement Projects By:
starting the Brooklyn Boulevard project with the county in the yeaz 2001
(completion in the yeaz 2002)
Highway 100:
continuing to support and participate in the North Metro Mayor's
Highway 100 Council
keeping project schedule with Mn/DOT
supporting and participating in the Highway 694 widening project, with
improved sound walls, by Mn/DOT
supporting other arterial enhancements as opportunities azise
Status: Brooklyn Blvd has started City continues to participate in North Metro Mayor's
Highway l00 Council a�d work with MnDOT on 694. SEH doing design work on France
Avenue.
Goa18: Plan for Destination Parks By:
development of a specific financial plan for destination park improvements
in the Capital Improvement Plan
Status: Capital Improvement Plan will be updated as part of summer/fall budget process.
Destination park work witl commence shortly at Evergreen Parl� Grandview
improvements are on hold pendingfurther discussion with District 286 on their potential
building plans.
Goa19: Support and Expand Joslyn Site Development By:
working with the developer to complete phases II and III
measuring compatibility of the proposed France Avenue routing with
neighborhoodldevelopment
Status: Phase II is under construction. Phase III will commence this year. City Council
has selected design for France Avenue.
Goa110� Continue Traffic Calming Efforts and Expand Information Available to the
Public By:
continuing enforcement efforts through multiple resources
continuing and expanding information to the public on traffic safety and
calming efforts
Status: Police have increased traffic enforcement with 12 hour shifts in Apri� Efforts on
education and traffic calming continue.
Goa11L• Special Visioning Project to Create a Redevelopment Strategy Based on the
City's Vision For the Future and Developing Opportunities to Promote
Inclusion of ALL Residents in Brooklyn Center's Community Life By:
undertaking accomplishment of this goal in the Central Business District
with the use of consultants who would facilitate public meetings and
perform studies that would assist the City Council in developing a
framework
Status: Smart Growth process has begun. Consultants have begun familiarizing
themselves with City and project area. City staff has provided information and assistance
to consultants in assembling materials. Community Workshop held July 11�' at 6:30 pm at
Earle Brown Heritage Center. Public open house will be held on August 20"' to review
conce t lan develo ed r Jul r
P P s P.f om y p ocess.
To: Mayor Kragness and Councii Members Hilstrom, Lasman, Nelson and Peppe
From: Michael J. McCauley
City Manager
Date: July 17, 2001
Re: Status of 2000 City Council Goals
2000 City Council Goals
(Goals are not in arry order ofpriority)
Goal No. L• Support Brookdale Redevelopment By:
use of tax increment assistance
review and evalua.tion of land use applications
prompt construction and plan review/inspection
monitoring developer performance
STATUS: Development Agreement signed with Talisman Brookdale, L.L. C.
demolition completed in northwest corner
main construction work started
Applebee s re-located and open
GAP and Wilson Leather completed
several stores re-located in mall to prepare for 1VYY demolition
Contempo Casuals and Vision World completed
Goal No. 2: Continue and Improve Code Enforcement and Compliance Activities By:
coordinated effort of police and community development departments
focus on high-density areas while continuing neighborhood enforcement
continue to evaluate additional approaches to achieving improved
compliance
STATUS: new computer system installed for tracking compliance
interdepartmental team formed
sweep of entire City completed ahead of schedule (2000 &2001)
re-inspections taking place
CDBG monies re-allocated to provide greater level of assistance to
persons in maintaining and repairing homes through a joint effort of
CEAP and HOME.
Goal Na 3: Increase Proactivity Towazds Fighting Crime By:
increased visibility of police in neighborhoods
continue and expand participation rate in neighborhood watch program
include policy safety information in all City newsletters
STATUS: information included in every City Watch; continued police work
on visibility and continued high neighborhood watch participation
Goal No. 4: Support and Encourage Northeast Corner of 69th Avenue and Brooklyn
Boulevard Redevelopment By:
supporting and exploring responsible and credibly financed development
proposals
ensuring that plans support the long-term goals of the City's
Comprehensive Plan
STATiIS: 2000:Requests for Proposals solicited; one proposal for mixed use:
senior housing over commercial received and reviewed by staff,• appears by
Springsted analysis that proposal is not fnancially feasible; exploring interest
expressed by other parties
200I:development agreement signed, awaiting finalization of all documents
details.
Goal No. 5: Continue Planning for Community Center and City Hall Work By:
developing actual designs and cost estixnates for proj ect and improvements
STATIIS: bids being solicited for anticipated City Council review on August ll,
2001
Goal No. 6: Continue and Improve Long-Term Financial Planning By:
continue five-year planning for utilities and capital improvements
continue/expand five-year planning for other funds
review and develop contingency planning
move toward development of 2-3 year budget projections for the City
STATITS: 2001 budget process continued S year CIP, some work on projections,
Legislature has precluded ability to engage in meaningful planning; street light
utility being reviewed by Financial Commission
Goal No. 7: Support and Promote Major Road and Street Improvement Projects:
start Brooklyn Boulevard with the County in the year 2000 (completion in
the year 2001)
Highway 100:
continue support/participation in North Metro Mayors Highway 100
Council
keep project schedule with Mn/DOT
support Highway 694 widening project, with improved sound walls,
by Mn/DOT
support other arterial enhancements as opportunities arise
STATIIS: continued participation in North Metro Highway 100 Council; City
participated Robbinsdale on engineering study; in 2000, MnDOT announced full
fundi�g for Stage IV and Stage V, with Stage V moved to 2003 construction;
Public meeting held on July 19, 2000 for residents along project area,
compendium assembled for Council project history, SEH architects engaged to
conduct public meetings and make report to City Council; anticipate report at
November 13th City council meeting
staff continues to work with Hennepin County on Brooklyn Blvc�, including
review of options to ameliorate impacts on and lessen costs to acquire car dealers:
in 2001 agreement reached with car dealers for better access and redevelopment of
Dodge dealership
Goa1 No. 8: Plan for Destination Parks By:
develop plan for destinadon park improvements in Capital Improvement
Plan
STATUS: destination park plan adopted and included in Capital Improvement
Plan
Goal No. 9: Support and Expand Joslyn Site Development By:
working with developer to complete phase II and III
STATUS: grant application for Phases II has been approved potential for a
Phase III has been developed as a potential undertaking dependent on future
proposals developer is having difficulty overcoming land write-down occurring in
Brooklyn Park and Champlin which have reduced costs below bare land costs
acquisition of Dale Tile proposed to facilitate full development of Joslyn site
(tabled pending results ofSEHstudy and public meetings on France connection)
Phase II construction work started
2001: Phase III approved and construction commencement anticipated
Goal No.10: Continue to Improve Traffic Safety Focusing on Tr�c Calming By:
continuing enforcement efforts through multiple resources
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continuing and expanding information to the public on traffic safety and
calming efforts
STATIIS: police continue targeted enforcement; information planned for
inclusion in newsletters; safety camp held again this summer; installation of new
crosswalk signs in chartreuse co[or; public works evaluates projects for ways to
achieve this goal
Goal No. 11: Special Visioning Project to Create a Redevelopment Sirategy Based on the
City's Vision for the Future; and, Developing Opportunities to Promote
Inclusion of ALL Residents in Brooklyn Center's Community Life By:
esta.blishing 2 to 4 work sessions and retreats to be conducted during the
period of January-March, 2000, to set direction and develop outlines for
accomplishing goals
STATUS: Smart Growth Opportunity site selected for central business area; public
meeting held on July ll`�, planning process continues
Note: In 2000 Orphanage proposal consumed a great deal of staff time and focus.
�S COMP�NY
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER,
MINNESOTA
CITY �OUNCIL W0�7:l�.SHOP
�anuary 23, �2001
SUMMAR� OF I�EY OBSERVATIONS AND
CONCLUSIONS REACHED BY PARTICIPANTS
Prepared by
Carl H. Neu, Jr.
January 24, 2001
Neu and Company and the Center for the Fu�re of Local GovernanceT"", 2001
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CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER,
MINNESOTA
CITY COUNCII� WORKSHOP
January 23, 2001
SUMMARY OF KEY OBSERVATIONS AND
CONCLUSIONS REACHED BY THE PARTICIPANTS
Prepared by
Caxl H. Neu, Jr.
January 24, 2001
I. INTRODUCTION
On January 23, 2001, the members of the City Council, City Manager, and Assistant City
Manager participated in a City Council Workshop. This workshop provided an opportunity
far the participants to review the averall performance of the Council, the goals established
for the year 2001, and the processes to be used �or tlie annual goal-setting session set for
August 11, 2001, and providing new Council-member orientation after the election on May
1 st to fill a vacancy on the Council.,
A copy of the Workshop Agenda and participant materials is attached as Appendix A.
II. KEY CONCLUSIONS AND OBSERVATIONS MADE BY THE PARTICIPANTS
A. General Team Bnilding: Review of Conncil Performance and Relationships
1. Council Performance: effectiveness in addressing and resolving issues.
Council members were asked to identify those areas where issues have been
addressed and resolved effectively and those areas where attempts to address
and resolve issues may have encountered obstacles or seem to be tloundering.
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Items Addressed and Resolved Issues Where Obstacles or
Effectivelv Frustrations were Encountered
Big picture goals Brookdale
established,communicated,
and being achieved
Citizen concerns seem to Old Police Department/
be moving away from big Commwuty Center
issue items toward smaller
issues and concerns
indicating that citizen
confidence is growing
because Council is seen to
be addressing big issues
Citizen satisfaction seems 69th and Brooklyn
to be on the increase with Boulevazd
fewer complaints being
received and greater focus
being given by the citizens
to City projects
Overall, the City is seen to Redefining the dog
be °working well" ordinance
Responding and listening
to citizen input
Impact on staff time
resulting from "smaller
issues"
Long-term financial
picture/framework
Appmpriate staff
alignments
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Review of Boazds and
Commissions in terms of
making them more
effective consi�tent with
City needs and
opporiunities for citizen
participation
2. Discussion ertainin to issues identified above that have not been addressed
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or resolved completely or have encountered certain obstacles.
The following observations were made to some of the issues identified above
th�athave encountered obstacles or have not been completed fiilly.
a. Brookdale
Essentially this is seen as the City being "locked in" to an agreement
in wluch a number of the elements affecting the future of Brookdale
aaze not under the City's direct control. Secondly, the City is seen not
to have a long-terin exit strategy relative �to the Bmokdale issue.
b. Old Police Deparlment/Community Center
Basically, the factors are:.
Tb.ere is a fixed amount of,money allocated by Council to
deal with the rem.odeling of the old Police Department and
Community Center.
There are a number of unknowns and what if's tha.t will affect
potential outcomes, designs, and choices.
c. 69th and Brooklyn Boulevard
The following factors were identified:
Until construction is done on the 69th and Bmoklyn
Boulevard intersection, it is hard to address issues with high
levels of confidence pertaining to land use and other factors
that will occur in the area.
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It may be appropriate �"to wait" until the Boulevazd
cozistruction is done before addressing subsequent issues
affecting the area.
d. Redefining the dog ordinance
The primary issue here seems to be twafold:
Council's comfort levels with various options available to it
Establishing a definite number of animals perrmitted per
household
Council needs to resolve ttus issue quickly.
The other issues on the list were discussed briefly with no specific
conclusions reached as to how the issue may be resolved more quickly.
3. Working Relationships Within Council
t
Basically, the Council members were unanimous in their conclusion that
working. relationships within the Council are seen as being "good". Factors
that indicate relationships are going well include:
A definite lack of partisanship within the Council
The Council's commitrnent to civility
Council's focus on "big picture" items.
A primary factor that could affect the workiag relationship in the�future is the
introduction of a new Council member who will be elected on May 1 to fill
a vacancy. This item is not seen as a negative, but a realization that
whenever a new member comes into the Council, there is a period of
accommodation and establishing new working relationslups among all five
Council members.
B. Review of 2001 Goals and Approaches to Implementation
The City Manager reviewed briefly the 11 goals adopted by the City Council for the
year 2001. It was concluded, generally, that the goals and implementation steps were
appropriate. Additional comments were made relative to three goals:
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1. Goal No. 1:
The Council would like to have more proactive "monitoring" of developer
performance relative to progress being made on Brookdale. It was
.recommended that this monitoring might consist of a monthly report
outlining specific pmgress being made.
2. Goal No. 5:
This goal deals with construction of the community center and city hall.
Much of the d.iscussion relative to this is outlined above in this report.
3. Goal No. 10:
This goal focuses on traffic calming efforts to be carried out throughout the
City. The City Manager indicated a need for more specific information from
the Police Department so that measurable and reportable efforts and plans
could be established by which the Council and community could evaluate
improvements being achieved relative to the implementa.tion of this goal.
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C. Discussion of ,Annual Goal-Setting Session
An outline of the process that was used for establishing goals for the year 2001 was
reviewed. Council concluded that the same fornlat for establishing goals should be
used at the August 11, 2001, goal-setting session.
D. New Council Member Orientation
Council members concluded that the policies and procedures esta.blished for
providing information to Council member candidates and newly-elected Council
member-s should be the same as used for Council elections conducted in November,
2000.
E. District 286 Elementary School and Grand View Park
The City Manager presented some conceptual ideas pertaining to how the City and
the School District could work together to create constructive options beneficial to
both jurisdictions. Council concluded that the Manager should explore these options
with the District and report back as to what opportunities have been identified
warranting future consideradon b� the City and the School District.
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CITY OF BROOKLYN CEI�TER,
1V�NI�IESOTA
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
January 23, 2001
2:00 8:00 p.m.
WORKSHOP AGENDA
L General Team Building
a. Appmaches to issues as a Council
i. Aow are we doing?
u. What would we like to be doing?
2. Review 2001 Goals and approaches to implementation
a. Council roles in achievi.ng
b. Staffroles
3. Discussion of annual goal setting session
a Format from last year
b. Any changes/additions
4. New Council Member orientation
a. Guidelines for providing information to Council candidates
b. New Council Member orientation
c. Staff information to be assembled and provided to the new Council Member
5. District 286 elementary school and Grandview Pazk
6. Other issues
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Member Debra Hils trom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-186
RESOLUTION ADOPTII�IG GOALS FOR 2001
WHEREAS, the City Council met in a facilitated workshop to discuss goals and objectives
for 2001; and
VVfIEREAS, the goals set forth in this resolution are the result of the discussions amongst
the Council in the course of the facilitated workshop.
NOW,. Ti�REFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn
Center that the following goals be and hereby are adopted as the official goals of the City Council directing
the leadership priorities for City governmen�
Goals are not in any order of priority.
Goal L• Support Brookdale Redevelopment By:
use of tax increment assistance
review and evaluation of land use applications
prompt construction and plan reviewiinspection
monitoring developer performance
Goa12: Continue and Improve Code Enforcement and Compliance Activities By:
coordinated efforts of the police and community development departments
increased effort and focus on high-density areas, while continuing neighborhood
enforcement
continuing to evalua.te additional approaches to achieving improved compliance
Goa13: Increased Proactivity Towazds Fighting Crime Byt
increased visibility of police in neighborhoods and apartment complexes
continuing and expanding the participation rate in Neighborhood Watch programs
including public safety information in all City newsletters
Goa14: Actively Support Northeast Corner of 69th Avenue and Brooklyn Boulevard
Redevelopment By:
exploring responsible and credibly-fmanced development proposals
ensuring that plans support the long-term goals of the City's Comprehensive Plan
Goa15: Continue Planning For and Beginning Consiruction of Community Center and City
Hall Work By:
developing final designs and cost estimates for the project
moving towards substantial construction of the project in 2001
Goa16: Continue and Implement Long-Term Financial Planning By:
continued five-year planning for utilities and capital improvements
continuing/expanding five-year planning for other funds
reviewing and developing contingency planning
moving towazd development of two to three year budget projections for the City
continuing to evaluate City priorities
RESOLUTION N0. ?..�QQ_186
Goa17: Support and Promote Major Road and Street Improvement Projects By:
starting the Brooklyn Boulevard project with the county in� the year 2001
(completion in the year 2002)
Highway 100:
continuing to support and participate in the North Metro Mayor's Highway 100
Council
keeping project schedule with Mn/DOT
supporting and participating in the Highway 694 widening pmject, with improved
sound walls, by Mn/DOT
supporting other arterial enhancements as opportunities arise
Goa18: Plan for Destination Parks By:
development of a specific financial plan for destination park improvements in the
Capital Improvement Plan
Goa19: Support and Expand 3oslyn Site Development By:
working with the developer to complete phases II and III
measuring compatibility of the proposed France Avenue routing with
neighborhood/development
Goa110: Continue Traffic Calming Efforts and Expand Information Available to the Public
By:
continuing enforcement efforts through multiple resources
continuing and expanding information to the public on traffic safety and calming
efforts
Goal 11: Special Visioning Project to Create a Redevelopment Strategy Based on the City's
Vision For the Future and Developing Opportunities to Promote Inclusion of
Residents in Brooklyn Center's Community Life By:
Undertaking accomplishment of this goal in the Central Business District with the
use of consultants who would facilitate public meetings and perform studies that
would assist the City Council in developing a framework
November 13, 20�
Date U Mayor 0.
i
ATTEST: �CIJ+�/��/I���.�D11.
City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
F�1 Nelson
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Myrna Kragness, Debra Hi.lstrom, Kay Lasman, and F�1 Nelson;
and the following voted against the same: none;
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member �Y �s�n introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 99-160
RESOLUTION ADOPTING GOALS FOR 2000
WHEREAS, the City Council met in a facilita.ted workshop to discuss goals and
objectives for 2000; and
WHEREAS, the goals set forth in this resolution are the result of the discussions
amongst the Council in the course of the facilitated workshop.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center that the following goals be and hereby are adopted as the official goals, of the City
Council directing the leadership priorities for City government.
Goal L• Support Brookdale Redevelopment By:
use of tax increment assistance
review and evalua.tion of land use applications
prompt construction and plan reviewiinspection
monitoring developer performance
Goa12: Continue and Improve Code Enforcement and Compliance Activities By:
coordinated effort of police and community development departments
focus on high-density azeas while continuing neighborhood enforcement
continue to evaluate additional approaches to achieving improved
compliance
Goal 3: Increase Proactivity Towazds Fighting Crime By:
increased visibility of police in neighborhoods
continue and expand participation rate in neighborhood watch program
include police safety information in all City newsletters
Goa14: Support and Encouxage Northeast Corner of 69th Avenue and Brooklyn
Boulevazd Redevelopment By:
supporting and exploring responsible and credibly fmanced development
proposals
ensuring that plans support the long-term goals of the City's
Comprehensive Plan
Goa15: Continue Planning for Community Center and City Hall Work By:
developing actual designs and cost estimates for project and improvements
Goa16: Continue and Improve Long-Term Financial Planning By:
continue five-year planning for utilities and capital improvements
continue/expand five-yeaz planning for other funds
review and develop contingency planning
move toward development of 2-3 year budget projections for the City
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Goa17: Support and Promote Major Road and Street Improvement Projects:
start Brooklyn Boulevazd with the County in the year 2000 (completion in
the year 2001)
Highway 100:
continue supportJparticipation in North Metro Mayors Highway 140
Council
keep project schedule with Mn/DOT
support Highway 694 widening project, with improved sound walls,
by Mn/DOT
support other arterial enhancements as opportunities arise
Goa18: Plan for Destination Parks By:
develop plan for destination park improvements in Capital Improvement
Plan
Goa19: Support and Expand Joslyn Site Development By:
working with developer to complete phase II and III
Goa110: Continue to Improve Traffic Safety Focusing on Traffic Calming By:
continuing enforcement efforts through multiple resources
continuing and expanding information to the public on traffic safety and
calming efforts
Goal ll: Special Visioni.ng Project to Create a Redevelopment Strategy Based on the
City's Vision for the Future; and, Developing Opportunities to Promote
Inclusion of ALL Residents in Brooklyn Center's Community Life By:
establishing 2 to 4 work sessions and retreats to be conducted during the
period of January-Mazch, 2000 to set direction and develop outlines for
accomplishing goals
Principles to Guide Actions in the Form of Goals:
1. Incorporate Elements to Make City More Visually Appealing Where and as Possible
in Projects and Developments
2. Identify Issues that can be Solved by the City Working in Cooperation and
Collaboration with Other Jurisdictions
3. Effectively Communicate the City's Achievements and Opportunities to its Residents
RESOLUTION N0. 99-160
October 25, 1999
Date Mayor
�/l�dYl
ATTEST: y����
City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Robert Peppe
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Myrna Kragness,
Robert Peppe, Debra Hilstrom, Fr1 Nelson, and Kay Iasman;
and the following voted against the same: none;
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member �bra Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and movecj its
ado ti i
p o1.
RCSOLUTION NO. 98-186
FZESOLUTION ADOPTING GOALS rOR 1999
WHEREAS, the City Coi.uicil met in a facilitated worksl�oU to discuss goals �uid
objectives for 1999; and
WHEREAS, the goals set forth in this resolution are the result of the discussions
amongst the Council in the course of the facilitated workshop.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED Uy the City Cauncil of the City of
Brooklyn Center that the following goals be and hereby are adopted as the official goals of the City
Council directing the leadership priorities for City government.
Goat L• Support Brookdale Redevelopment By:
use of tax increment assistance
review and evaluation of land use applications
prompt construction and plan review/inspection
monitoring developer perforniance
Goa12: Continue and Improve Code Enforcement and Compliance �lctivities Iiy:
coordinated effort of police aild comrnui�ity development departments
evaluation of additional approaches to improve complia��ce such as greater
penalties and alternate approaches such as charging property �wner for
violation re�noval by City if fail to comply
Goal 3: Increase Proactivit,y Towlyds Fighting Crime IIy:
increased visibility of police in neighborhoods
contii�ue and expand on high participation rate in neighborhood watch
groups
begin recruitment of park watch groLips or extensions of neighborhood
watch to include parks
two newsletter articles oii neighborliood watch and encouraging active
participation
Goa( 4: Pinish Pire and Police Building Construction
Goal 5: Evaluate Housing Programs and Policies By:
Council decision on resource.allocation
survey current practices iii other cities on occupancy limits and coordinate
that review with housing commission
continue ARM participation
C�uncil decision on poinl-of sale ordinance
review first-time Ilome buyer programs
review potential and actual oCferings by Greater Metropolitan Minneapolis
IIousing Corporation
RESOLUTION NO. 98-186
Goal 6: Plan for Needed Work at Community Center and City Hall By:
preparation of overview of options, mandatory Americans With Disabilities
Act �nodifcations and required repairs to walls, roofs, and heating,
ventilation, air conditioning
solicitation of citizen input
development of plails with architect and construction manager
deve(opnient of budget
Goa17: Create Neiglzborhood Traffic Safety I'lan
enforcemei�t o� speed limits
define goals and attainable results
hire co�isultant to assist in development of neighborhood trafiic safety
planning
coordinate with neighborhood watch groups
Goa18: Continue ancl lmprove Lon�-'l'crm rinancial Pllnning
continue five-year planning for utilities and capital improvements
continue/expand f ve-year planni�ig for other funds
review and develop conti��gency planning
Principles to Guide Actions in the �or►n of Goals:
1. Place Priority on Brooklyn Baulevard Redevelopment
funding and acquisition for project between 65th and 71st Avenues
2. Incorporate �lements to Make City More Visually Appealing Where and as Possible
in Projects and Developments
October 26. 1998
Date Mayor
ATTEST: ��G� fi!�'����
City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Kay Lasman
aud upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Myrna Kragness, [Cathleen Carmody, Debra Hi.lstrom, Kay Lasman, and Robert Peppe;
and tlie following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted:
Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved
'ts ad
o tion:
P
RESOLUTION NO. 97-183
RESnLIJTION ADnPTINCT C�nAL.S FOR 1498
WHEREAS, the City Council met in a facilitated workshop to discuss goals and
objectives for 1998• and
WHEREAS, the goals set forlh in this resolution are the result of the discussions
amongst the Council in the course of the facilitated workshop.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center that the following goals be and hereby are adopted as the official goals of the
City Council directing the leadership priorities for City government.
1. Goal 1: Aevelop plan for providing operating and future capital needs funds for
the golf course, liquor stores, and Earle Brown Heritage Center.
2. Goal2: Review City's departmental structure with analysis of needs and
identification of opportunities for improved service delivery.
3. Goa13: Establish contingency option for Council in the event of funding losses.
4. Goal 4: Establish long-range �nancial plan for City:
Five-year
Ten- to twenty-year appendix of major future needs and possible
approaches for addressing these needs
5. Goal 5: Implement fire and police plans:
either build with bond proceeds
seek betterment of facilities if no bond monies are available
6. Goa16: City Council will be more active in regional issues affecting tlxe City.
7. Goa17: Continue work on redevelopment issues with emphasis on 1)
Brookdale; 2) Brooklyn Boulevard; and 3) 53rd Avenue while being
able to respond to other opportunities.
8. Gaa18: Continue code enforcement with Council review of process and goals
with staff to refine the code enforcement effort.
I
RESOLUTION NO. 97-183
mission chairs to develop updated goals and missions for
9. Goal 9: Mcri Qfl�e City's commissions.
an to address building r�eeds at City Hall/Commu at
10. Goa11�0: Develop a pl g g ventilation,
Center for handicapped acce Ol and tizen access and
conditioning, removal of p
service. stem, li hts, etc.)
Council chambers (sound sy g
ADA accessibility
Roof
Entrances
Community Center
Tleating, ventilation, and air conditioning
11; Im lemeut those study recommendations adopted by Council for liquor
1, Goal P e Center.
store and Earle Brown Heritag
October 14, 1997 Ma or
Date
I JL���L�
ATTEST:
City Clerk
'on of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
r the ado ti
n fo F
Tl�e motio
�y Lasman
and u on vote being taken thereon, the following voted in fa Ka �La °�n� and Robert Peppe;
p Debra Hilstrom, Y
Myrna Kragness, Kathleen Carmody,
and the following voted against the same: none,
hereu on said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
w p
Meinber �rles Nichols introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 96-166
R�S(3LUTION Ai�nP�j�1G GnAI.S FOR 199G AND 1997
WHEREAS, the City Council has met in facilitated workshops to discuss goals and
objectives for 1996 and 1997; and
WHEREAS, the goals set forth in this resolution are ttie result of the discussions
amongst the Council in the course of the facilitated workshops.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT R�SOLVED by the City Council af the City of
Brooklyn Center that the following goals be and l�ereby are adopted as the official goats of the
City Council directing the leadership priorities for City government:
l. Goat 1: Complete comprehensive plan and associated zoning ordinances
to support causing and controlling development.
a. 1996:
Conduct public hearings
Def ne Council input and direction
b. 1997:
Review draft plan incorporating Council development plan
2. Goa12: Initiate community vision and actions to attain that vision.
a. 1996:
Operate a sustainable code enforcement program throughout the
c�cy.
r. i y9�:
Review and revive code enforcement program as necessary
Meet with neighborhoods in "targeted" areas regarding
development plans
Council work sessions to be initiated on establishing
community-wide vision for the future of Brooklyn Center
3. Goal 3: Make visible the positive aspects and accomplishments of
Brooklyn Center as a community.
a. 1996:
Keep momentum up on code enforcement and provide monthly
reports to the residents
b. 1997:
Continue outreach to community organizations
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4. Goal 4: Establish community-based information service and invite
participation and positive action by citizens that will generate citizen
support for Council and administration of the Ciry.
a. 1996:
Identify options to the City for achievement of tl�is goal
b. 1997:
Begin implementation of approved options
5. Goal 5: Remove infrastructure impediments to the redevelopment of
Brookdale.
a. 199G:
Research funding sources and continue discussion with
Minneapolis; have staff time avai(able for allocation to project
as required
b. 1997:
Continue process in 1997 if necessary, and as required
6. Goal 6: Develop a Five-Year Financial Plan for the City of Brooklyn
Center.
a. 1.996:
Identify and inform Council and citizens on current financial
status of City
Plan for 1997
b. 1997:
Complete evaluation of 1996 plan and improve and update
planning process to continue as a five-year plan (the plan will be
updated annually for the next five years)
7. Goa17: Adopt a comprehensive development plan for the City of Brooklyn
Center which addresses, at a minimum, the following:
Housing
giverwood
Redevelopment
53rd
Transportation opportunities
a. 199G:
Identify status of the subcategories identified in the goal and
identify other areas which need to be included in the
comprehensive development pian
RESOLUTION NO. 96-166
Identify funding sources from the �ve-year financial plan
Submit proposed priorities
Complete analysis of the financial implications of each proposed
item contained in the comprehensive plan
Submit proposed priorities to Council for approval
b. 1997:
Implementation and extension of the comprehensive plan and
planning process
8. Goal 8: Establish methods fo evaluatelassess municipal operations and the
benefits derived from the City's interactions with other entities and
associatians.
a. 1996:
Identify City involvement in various agencies and activities to
determine cost-benefit derived for the City
Bring forth a municipal operations evaluation/assessment
procedure and schedule various City operations for
evatuation/assessinent after the procedure has been approved by
the City Council
b. 1997:
Continue the process for the evaluation of rnunicipal operations
at�d establish a process for the evaluation of the performance of
boards and commissions
August Zb, 1996
Date Q Mayor
AT �����d}� ll
TEST:
City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Kristen Mann
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Myrna Kragness, Kathleen Carmody, Debra Hilstrom, Kristen Mann, and Charles Nichols;
and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.