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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008 02-11 CCM Regular Session 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 FEBRUARY 11, 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, Director of Community Activities, Recreation and Services Jim Glasoe, Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz, and Carol Hamer, TimeSaver Secretarial, Inc. Mayor Tim Willson opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum. Mr. Rex Newman, 3107 61 Avenue North, addressed the Council and questioned if the City has a position on cooperation with school districts. He expressed concern with the possibility of losing a school in the City as a result of not doing anything. He suggested a future worksession discussion to discuss the topic and to find a means of cooperation with the school districts in the City. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 6:51 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Mayor Willson 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 7:03 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, Director of Community Activities, Recreation and Services Jim Glasoe, Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz, and Carol Hamer, TimeSaver Secretarial, Inc. 02/11/08 -1- 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance g g e was recited. 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Ryan stated he had nothing to report. Councilmember Lasman reported on attending the Brooklyn Center 97 Birthday Party Award Night on February 2, 2008, and the North Hennepin Chamber of Commerce Gala at the Earle Brown Heritage Center on February 1, 2008. Councilmember Yelich stated he had nothing to report. Councilmember O'Connor stated she had nothing to report. Mayor Willson reported on attending the Brooklyn Center 97 Birthday Party Award Night on February 2, 2008, and the North Hennepin Chamber of Commerce Gala on February 1, 2008. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, as amended, with the removal of Item No. 7b from the Consent Agenda to Council Consideration Item No. 11 f, with the following additional worksession item: Update on 57 and Logan Avenues North Project, and amendments to the Study Session minutes of January 28, 2008, the Executive Session minutes of February 4, 2008, and the Special Session minutes of February 4, 2008, and the following consent items were approved: 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. January 28, 2008 Study Session 2. January 28, 2008 Regular Session 3. January 28, 2008 Work Session 4. February 4, 2008 Special Session 5. February 4, 2008 Executive Session 7b. LICENSES This item was moved to Council Consideration Item No. 11 f. 8. PRESENTATIONS PROCLAMATIONS /RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS None. 9. PUBLIC HEARING 9a. PROPOSED USE OF 2008 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS 02/11/08 -2- 1. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -15 APPROVING PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS FOR 2008 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE OF SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS Mr. Boganey introduced the item and stated tonight is the scheduled public hearing for the proposed resolution. Mr. Bublitz introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Michael Vraa, representative of Home Line, addressed the Council and stated Home Line has requested Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the City of Brooklyn Center due to the volume of work they get from Brooklyn Center residents. Home Line has received assistance from 11 other groups, as low as $900 from Minnetonka. The funds are helpful to sustain the work Home Line does, and is helpful when applying for grants from foundations. The amount requested was $5,000, which he understands is not available. He would ask that this Council grant a lowered amount. Mr. Vraa stated Home Line has prevented over 200 evictions for Brooklyn Center families. The number one problem Brooklyn Center renters contact Home Line about are repairs, followed by evictions. Councilmember O'Connor asked if renters contact Home Line through a hotline number. Mr. Vraa responded affirmatively. He stated most renters do not have problems with the landlord; they need to solve a problem or need an answer from someone other than their landlord. Mr. Byron Laher, Executive Director of Community Emergency Assistance Program (CEAP), addressed the Council and stated last year in terms of meals on wheels CEAP served 123 residents of Brooklyn Center with over 14,400 meals delivered. CEAP provided chore service to just over 100 Brooklyn Center residents. CEAP appreciates the funding they have received from the City and hopes it will continue. Councilmember O'Connor asked if CEAP charges a fee when providing a chore service or delivering a meal. Mr. Laher replied there is no charge for meals on wheels; they ask for a donation, which is a requirement of the grant they receive from the federal government that partially pays for the service. If someone has the ability to pay and they do not, CEAP still provides them with the service. In terms of chore services, CEAP uses a combination of volunteers and people who charge for the service where they act as a referral to the homeowner. Almost all the services CEAP provides that are paid for are at the rate of $15 per hour and are completed in one hour or less. Mr. Laher explained volunteers provide about 80% of the actual hours of service provided by LEAP. In many cases if there is a positive relationship with the individual doing the paid service, the relationship is continued without involving CEAP. 02/11/08 -3- Councilmember O'Connor requested further information regarding donations for meals provided by CEAP. Mr. Laher stated the individuals are informed of the cost of the meal, which is determined at just under $6.00, and a donation is requested. The anticipated collection per meal is just over $2.00. Ms. Kitty Engel, representative of Household Outside Maintenance for the Elderly Program (HOME), addressed the Council and stated HOME is very grateful for the funding the City has provided in the past. HOME has been here for over ten years. Their function is to help keep up the housing stock for seniors. Services include painting and repairs, as well as other things. HOME has worked with the City on houses that have been cited. Councilmember O'Connor asked if HOME charges for their services. Ms. Engel replied HOME requests a contribution that is not mandatory. There is a sliding contribution scale for painting and maintenance that is based upon income. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -15 Approving Projected Use of Funds for 2008 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program and Authorizing Signature of Subrecipient Agreement With Hennepin County and any Third Party Agreements. Councilmember O'Connor stated her opposition to the proposed resolution. Councilmember Ryan stated his support of the proposed resolution. Mayor Willson concurred in support of the resolution. Councilmember O'Connor voted against the same. Motion passed. 9b. 2008 RESIDENTIAL AREA NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS (MARANATHA AREA) Mr. Boganey introduced the item and stated tonight is the scheduled public hearing for 2008 residential area neighborhood improvements (Maranatha Area). Mr. Blomstrom provided an overview of the 2008 Residential Area Neighborhood Improvements (Maranatha Area), including the following information: Street Utility Improvement Program 2008 Residential Project Location Project Area Sanitary Sewer Improvements Lift Station No. 2 Force Main Water Main Improvements Street Drainage Improvements Preliminary Project Budget Special Assessments Draft Levy Special Assessment Payment Options 02/11/08 -4- Special Assessment Rate Comparison Mr. Blomstrom requested Council to note the following in relation to the assessment roll: Health Partners Clinic: Due to lack of benefit based on access, staff has proposed a total assessment of $4,290.00. 6939 Brooklyn Blvd: Zoned C -1 but is used as single family. Consideration is needed of the current land use versus likely future use. Staff has proposed removing this property from the assessment roll and referring it back to staff. Staff would report back to Council at a later date. Properties located on CSAH 130 (69 Avenue): These properties all have frontage on City streets. Some of the homes have side loaded garages, but they have public access onto the City street. These properties are included on the assessment roll. There was discussion that the County will not assess properties on 69 Avenue for future projects. It was noted it may be a considerable period of time before the County proceeds with a reconstruction project on 69 Avenue. There was discussion regarding 69 Avenue in relation to the storm sewer reconstruction. Mr. Blomstrom explained the drainage system in 69 Avenue will not limit the drainage with this project. Councilmember Ryan asked if there have been similar projects completed without special storm sewer assessments being applied. Mr. Blomstrom stated the goal of the City is to be uniform about this approach. In the past to his recollection residential reconstruction projects have included storm drainage assessments. There have been times when storm drainage assessments were not proposed due to there being an adequate storm sewer system in place with curb and gutter. Councilmember O'Connor distributed a letter to each councilmember that had been submitted to the Council regarding the Health Partners property. She noted Health Partners is being charged the same assessment as a single family home, and that Mr. Blomstrom had pointed out that the property utilizes the access on Lee Avenue and was assessed when Lee Avenue was reconstructed. She requested information regarding whether the Health Partners property has a lot of runoff that goes to Noble Avenue and into the storm sewer. She also requested clarification that a normal residence is only assessed for one street, and Health Partners was assessed with the Lee Avenue project. Mr. Blomstrom explained the Health Partners property has an internal discharge for drainage in the parking lot. Regarding assessments only being charged for one street, this really applies to R -1, R -2 and R -3 properties. The proposed assessment for the Health Partners property is what is fair and reasonable and takes into consideration the benefit that can be shown. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Michael Swanson, 6843 Regent Avenue North, addressed the Council and stated he lives on the corner of 69 and Regent Avenues. Mr. Raymond expressed the following concerns to the Council: Bad condition of the sidewalk that was installed in front of his home, including icy conditions in the winter and high standing water in the spring. Increased property taxes in addition to this proposed assessment while on a fixed social security income. 02/11/08 -5- He has been informed that the senior citizen assistance program requires that income must be lower than $13,000 annually in order to receive assistance: this amount is lower than the social security income he and his wife make. Mr. Blomstrom expressed his agreement regarding the condition of the sidewalk. He explained the sidewalk does not drain because of the elevation in comparison to the adjacent homes. 69 Avenue will need to be lowered when it is reconstructed, which will improve the drainage. The City plans to improve the drainage in some critical areas until there is a County reconstruction project on 69 Avenue. Mr. Blomstrom provided information regarding the assessment deferral program available to residents that are retired and meet certain income requirements. Mr. Swanson stressed his concern regarding the assessment and the ability for retired individuals to make the required payments. He stated they would have had to foreclose on their home if it was not for his two sons living at his house. Mr. Mike Coski, 6801 Regent Avenue North, addressed the Council and expressed the following concerns: Many people may be ultimately taxed out of their homes due to rising taxes every year in addition to school levies. There should be consideration that we are nearing a recession. Possibility of looking at better bids. Ms. Sharon Breck, 6843 Scott Avenue North, addressed the Council and asked how far onto private properties the drainage improvements will go. Mr. Blomstrom reviewed the planned drainage improvements. He explained the City will be replacing the service from the main in the street to the front property lines. The City cannot make replacements on private property. In some cases they will be taking down trees that are causing problems. Workers typically are required to check and see if there is root intrusion beyond the replacement. Property owners will be informed if this is the case, and it would be the responsibility of the homeowner to take care of the situation. Mr. Swanson addressed the Council again and stated his house is one of six that back onto 69 Avenue. He expressed concern with the possibility of being assessed again if there is a County reconstruction project on 69 Avenue. Mayor Willson, Mr. Blomstrom, and Mr. LeFevere stressed that the County does not levy assessments on residential properties. Mr. Boganey explained the current City policy of not assessing a corner property twice is a City Council policy. There is no guarantee that a future City Council will not change that policy, so a property abutting a County road is really not in any worse of a position. Should the County change its practice and start determining that it wishes to assess the cost of the project to the abutting property owners, it does not seem unreasonable that the City at that time could elect to cover that cost through the policy decision of a future City Council. He stated the odds are very small that Mr. Swanson would be assessed by the County, and are about the same odds that the City Council would change its policy and start assessing all corner properties twice. Mr. Swanson expressed concern regarding the streetlights not remaining on in his neighborhood where the crime rate is high. 02/11/08 -6- Mr. Blomstrom explained the streetlights in this neighborhood are currently owned by Xcel Energy. The lights are going out because they are past their life expectancy and replacement will help the problem. The City will own the new lights that are put in and will have more control over how they are managed. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. 1. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -16 ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING DEVELOPMENT OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2008 -01, 02, 03, AND 04, 2008 RESIDENTIAL AREA NEIGHBORHOOD STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS (MARANATHA AREA) Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -16 Ordering Improvements and Authorizing Development of Plans and Specifications for Improvement Project Nos. 2008 -01, 02, 03, and 04, 2008 Residential Area Neighborhood Street, Storm Drainage, and Utility Improvements (Maranatha Area). Motion adopted unanimously. 2. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -17 CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2008 -01 AND 2008 -02, 2008 RESIDENTIAL AREA NEIGHBORHOOD STREET AND STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Michael Swanson, 6843 Regent Avenue North, addressed the Council and requested clarification that 80% of the funding for this project will come from utility bills. Mr. Blomstrom explained the 80% is broken up between utility bills and franchise fees. Mr. Swanson questioned how much utility bills will be increasing due to the improvements. Mr. Blomstrom explained these costs have been programmed out for 15 years. They have already been factored into how the utility rates have been determined and how the rates have been determined for the past 15 years. It is not uncommon in other communities to follow the same process. Mr. Boganey pointed out that while some cities choose to have a higher proportion of costs for this type of project picked up by utility rates and have lower assessment costs, some cities have a larger portion of the costs picked up by general taxes. The cost of the projects in each of the cities per square foot is likely similar, but it is a matter of how the Council decides to distribute the costs. There are many factors that go into all of these rates. He pointed out that Brooklyn Center has a relatively low residential assessment rate, and still has low utility rates when compared to other communities. 02/11/08 -7- Mr. Mike Coski, 6801 Regent Avenue North, addressed the Council and questioned if the Council Members have concern about the economy and voting this project through in such tough times. He also questioned whether there should be a lower assessment for lower income individuals and what the basis is for determining who can receive assistance. Mr. LeFevere explained State law allows the City Council to provide some relief for senior citizens and people retired due to a disability. Mr. Coski requested that the Council Members explain how they can consider voting this through with the current economic situation. Mayor Willson stated this is the same assessment he paid last year in his neighborhood. He expressed his support for the project. Mr. Coski inquired about allowing more payment options to make the project more feasible for people. Mayor Willson indicated he is in favor of what has been presented to the Council tonight. Councilmember O'Connor stated her support for the project since it is a road project with utility pipes and sidewalks, and that she does not agree with other thins the City does where the could g g tY Y cut taxes. Mr. Coski further expressed his concern regarding the cost of taxes and special assessments. Councilmember Lasman commented that property assessments do not pertain to tonight's agenda. She suggested Mr. Coski attend the Board of Equalization Hearing to express his concerns and receive an explanation and details. Mr. LeFevere stated the assessment is proposed to be paid over 10 years. It will not be certified to the County until this Fall and the first payment will not be due until 2009. He pointed out that the program has been going on for a long time and people are still paying for projects that were done 9 and 10 years ago. One of the reasons the assessments are spread out over 10 years is so that people have time to pay them, and hopefully there will be some good economic times in that period. Councilmember Yelich stated it would be unwise for the City to neglect the basic services and infrastructure involved with this project. The City Council has more discretion with the operational budget, at which time they can be more sensitive to the economic issues Mr. Coski addressed. Mr. Swanson questioned if this project will increase the property value and raise his taxes. Mr. LeFevere stated the property value may go up somewhat, but there should not be a jump in taxes merely because there is a new street. If the new street results in the whole neighborhood's property values going up over time the taxes may go up somewhat, but that is because the property values actually are going up. Across the City that tends to equal out. In reality it has a very small effect and takes a long time to be felt. Mr. Coski clarified his comments were towards a delay of the project in relation to how the economy is doing, not to discard updating the sewer system and street work. 02/11/08 -8- Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -17 Certifying Special Assessments for Improvement Project Nos. 2008 -01 and 2008 -02, 2008 Residential Area Neighborhood Street and Storm Drainage Improvements to the Hennepin County Tax Rolls, according to the staff recommendation as follows: remove 6939 Brooklyn Blvd from the assessment roll for further review by staff, a total assessment of $4,290 to the Health Partners property; and the properties located on CSAH 130 (69th Avenue) remaining on the assessment roll. Councilmember Lasman noted if the majority of the neighborhood were not to be in favor of the project and it was to be bumped out of line, it would be bumped way out of line with the cost increasing each year. There was not that type of opposition expressed at the neighborhood meetings. Motion passed unanimously. 10. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS None. 11. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 11a. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -18 AUTHORIZING AUDIT SERVICES FOR THE 2007 FISCAL YEAR Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. He noted the contract has been amended to insert the dollar amount and a signature line for the signatures of the Mayor and City Manager. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -18 Authorizing Audit Services for the 2007 Fiscal Year. It was noted that the dollar amount of the contract is $38,725 and the audit is limited to the year 2007. It was also noted that this audit of the City's books will support the confidence in the financial management of the City. The firm was selected on the basis of competitive bids based on the criteria determined by the Financial Commission. This is a necessity and is something that is done by all cities. Motion passed unanimously. 11b. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -19 CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DISEASED TREE REMOVAL COSTS, DELINQUENT WEED REMOVAL COSTS, AND DELINQUENT PUBLIC UTILITY SERVICE ACCOUNTS Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. I 02/11/08 -9- Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -19 Calling for a Public Hearing on Proposed Special Assessments for Diseased Tree Removal Costs, Delinquent Weed Removal Costs, and Delinquent Public Utility Service Accounts. There was discussion on the new billing system that was recently implemented. Mr. Blomstrom stated the new system is going well; there are some small details to address. Motion passed unanimously. 11c. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -20 ACCEPTING ENGINEER'S FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2008 -05, 06, 07, AND 08, XERXES AVENUE AND NORTHWAY DRIVE STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. Mr. Blomstrom stated there are two actions being requested of Council tonight. One is to accept the feasibility report and the other is related to calling for a Public Hearing on the proposed project. Mr. Blomstrom provided a PowerPoint presentation on Improvement Nos. 2008 -05, 06, 07, and 08, Xerxes Avenue and Northway Drive Street and Utility Improvements, including the following information: Project Location Xerxes Avenue South Segment Central Segment North Segment Utility Improvements Palmer Lake Drive 2008 Sidewalk Repairs Xerxes Bass Lake Road Streetscape Plan Preliminary Project Budget There was discussion on the proposed trail width in the project and the anticipated use of tax increment financing with the project. It was noted that 100% of the costs for the project will not be eligible for tax increment financing funds. Councilmember O'Connor stated this is an area where taxes could be lowered. The landscape project is not necessary for a project that is supposed to be for safety. She expressed a preference that the Landscape Project be separated from the approval of this project, as she does not want to vote against the Xerxes Avenue Project. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -20 Accepting Engineer's Feasibility Report and Calling for a Public Hearing, Improvement Project Nos. 2008 -05, 06, 07, and 08, Xerxes Avenue and Northway Drive Street and Utility Improvements. There was discussion that a 4/5 vote is required to order the improvement project, and that Councilmembers Lasman and O'Connor will not be present at the Public Hearing on the proposed scheduled date of March 10, 2008. 02/11/08 -10- The majority consensus of the City Council was to amend RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -20 to a scheduled Public Hearing date of March 24, 2008. Councilmember O'Connor clarified with Mr. Boganey that the Landscape Project is incorporated into the above projects. Councilmember O'Connor voted against the same. Motion passed. 11d. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -21 DECLARING COSTS TO BE ASSESSED AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2008 -05, XERXES AVENUE AND NORTHWAY DRIVE IMPROVEMENTS Mr. Boganey introduced the item and noted the change in the Public Hearing date to March 24, 2008. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -21 Declaring Costs to be Assessed and Calling for a Public Hearing on Proposed Special Assessments for Improvement Project No. 2008 -05, Xerxes Avenue and Northway Drive Improvements. Councilmember O'Connor voted against the same. Motion passed. 11e. RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -22 SUMMARIZING THE EVALUATION AND ADJUSTING THE SALARY OF THE CITY MANAGER Mayor Willson recited the proposed resolution summarizing the evaluation and adjusting the salary of the City Manager. There was discussion on performance standards included in the City Council's evaluation of the City Manager. Councilmember O'Connor requested that the performance standard she was unable to answer due to insufficient information be removed from the proposed resolution. It was noted that the rest of the Council Members rated all 47 performance standards. As it is stated in the resolution, the majority of the members of the City Council rated the 47 performance standards. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -22 Summarizing the Evaluation and Adjusting the Salary of the City Manager. Councilmember O'Connor stated because she was not able to answer some of the evaluation questions, it is not true that the City Council evaluated all of the performance standards. Also, she does not know that the consensus of the members that did evaluate those performance standards was "meets expectations" or above. She will be voting no on this resolution. Councilmember O'Connor voted against the same. Motion passed. Mayor Willson expressed his appreciation for the hard work of Mr. Boganey and congratulated him on a job well done. Mr. Boganey thanked Council for the confidence and continued support. 02/11/08 -11- 11C LICENSES GASOLINE SERVICES STATION Boulevard Enterprises, Inc. dba Christy's Auto Service 5300 Dupont Ave N MECHANICAL Countryside Heating and Cooling 6511 Hwy 12, Maple Plain RENTAL 5706 Camden Ave N Christian Restoration Services 5746 Dupont Ave N Jenny Soumountha 5420 Fremont Ave N Randall Craig Mann 5344 James Ave N Ray Parker 3206 Lawrence Rd John Maclin 5825 Pearson Dr Michael Gonzales 5300 Penn Ave N Gregory Dumonceaux 7021 Utility Ave N Geri Lynn Williams Twin Lakes Manor 3305 -3433 53 Ave N Twin Lakes Properties, LLP 3200 64 Ave N Keith McConmell 5834 Aldrich Ave N Paul Scully 5801 Dupont Ave N John and Joan Ford 7218 Grimes Ave N Shawn and Djuana Banks 4201 Lakeside Ave N #206 Germaine Pawelk 5556 Logan Ave N Nick Morris 6500 Willow La N Dragon Property Management SIGNHANGER Signs by RSG, Inc. 6080 Hwy 10, Ramsey Councilmember Yelich stated the rental licenses for approval include eight single family homes. One criterion for that licensing is compliance with Ordinance 12 -911. This ordinance in his view has been relatively ineffective compared to Ordinance 12 -913. There was discussion of the suggestion for a review of the ordinance and whether it is germane to the rental licenses before the Council for approval. Councilmember Yelich clarified his request is not to deny the rental licenses. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve rove the above licenses. Y It was noted that what is germane is whether those applying for licenses have met the requirements of the existing ordinance, which is what Council is able to rule on. Motion passed unanimously. 12. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 9:32 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 02/11/08 -12- STATE OF MINNESOTA) COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) ss. Certification of Minutes CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER) The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City Clerk of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, certifies: 1. That attached hereto is a full, true, and complete transcript of the minutes of a Regular Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on February 11, 2008. 2. That said meeting was held pursuant to due call and notice thereof and was duly held at Brooklyn Center City Hall. 3. That the City Council adopted said minutes at its February 25, 2008, Regular Session. City Clerk Mayor 02/11/08 -13-