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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008 02-11 CCM Work Session 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 FEBRUARY 11, 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 9:33 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, Director of Community Activities, Recreation and Services Jim Glasoe, Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz, and Carol Hamer, Timesaver Secretarial, Inc. EBHC D -BARN LEASE PROPOSAL CITY MANAGER The discussion continued on the EBHC D -Barn lease proposal. Councilmember Ryan requested that staff keep Council abreast of this project, and commented on the historical value at this location. Councilmember O'Connor inquired about the effects of a spa on the wood in the "D" Barn. Mr. Glasoe explained that the interior of the "D" Barn is primarily sheetrock, and that building plans would need to be approved by City building officials. Nothing would be done to compromise the structure of the building. There was discussion of the unique synergy of the proposed project. Mr. Boganey stated the developer seems to believe that a day spa is a significant element that will help differentiate this hotel from other hotels in the area. The financing agency for the project has also indicated that the day spa is an important element of the project. Mayor Willson, Councilmembers Ryan, Lasman, and Yelich expressed their support of the proposed project. Councilmember O'Connor expressed her preference that the commercial renters remain in the barn with the hotel to build its own spa in the new building. She stated money is being lost on the Inn. They should allow the Historical Society to purchase the Inn and allow people in the City to see the Earle Brown House, the Gazebo, and that entire area. The majority consensus of the Council was to direct staff to present the lease agreement for the D- Barn spa operation for Council consideration at a future meeting. 02/11/08 -1- HENNEPIN COUNTY HRA NOTICE COUNCILMEMBER O'CONNOR Mr. Boganey stated this topic has been placed on the agenda at the request of Councilmember O'Connor. Unless the City objects, Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority HCHRA) will be operating the listed housing programs in the City of Brooklyn Center. Council and staff reviewed the programs currently being administered by HCHRA in the City of Brooklyn Center. It was noted that in years past the previous city manager had explained the programs to Council, and that it would be much more expensive for the citizens to pay for these services on their own. It was noted that the Affordable Housing Incentive Fund Program and the Transit Oriented Development Program require a resolution of support from the City Council for specific proposals. Councilmember O'Connor noted the programs listed under HCHRA include the Lead Hazard Control Program, while the Single Family Housing Rehabilitation Program that was approved for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding also addresses lead hazard control. It was noted that the Single Family Housing Rehabilitation Program is required to adhere to lead based paint regulations, but is a different program than the Lead Hazard Control Program. It was also noted that the Lead Hazard Control Program relates to rental properties, while the Single Family Housing Rehabilitation Program relates to owner occupied housing. Councilmember O'Connor stated she would like to stop this, but it has to be done at the federal level, rather than at the City level. The majority consensus of the City Council was that the HCHRA programs should continue to operate in the City of Brooklyn Center. 57" AND LOGAN AVENUES NORTH PROJECT CITY MANAGER Mr. Bublitz introduced the item, discussed the history, and provided an update on the status of the 57 and Logan Avenues North Project. He stated there was a hot spot reading during the last investigation that was done in an attempt to better define the area of the drycleaner contaminant. This prompted an expansion of the investigation into other areas. Mr. Bublitz provided an overview of staff's meeting last week with the Pollution Control Agency (PCA). He stated the next step in the process would be to conduct sub -slab samplings on a voluntary basis in homes in the area of concern. The PCA encourages holding a public meeting, and to request volunteers for the samplings. The Minnesota Department of Health and the PCA will be present at the public meeting. The PCA has agreed to cost -share with the City for necessary remediation systems. It is estimated that approximately 20 homes will have a high enough reading to warrant a remediation system at a cost of approximately $2,000 each. The total is estimated at approximately $40,000. Mr. Boganey stated the notices regarding the public meeting will be specific regarding the conditions that have been found on the site. If people are aware there will be funds available for remediation there will be more of a likelihood that they will allow the testing to be done. Mr. Boganey indicated he had informed the PCA the City would likely be willing to contribute $20,000 towards necessary remediation systems. The PCA has indicated they would contribute necessary funds above the City's $20,000 commitment. He stated there seems to be agreement that once the voluntary remediation is completed the City is finished with the project and the PCA will issue the necessary assurances that would allow the City to market the 57 and Logan Avenues North property. 02/11/08 -2- There was discussion of the following issues in relation to the 57� and Logan Avenues North Project: possible funding sources for remediation systems; real estate disclosure requirements; importance of the Health Department and the PCA being present at the public meeting to address residents' concerns; sensitivity to the affected residents by providing the best information possible on the problem and the solution. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember /Commissioner Ryan moved and Councilmember /Commissioner O'Connor seconded adjournment of the City Council /Economic Development Authority Work Session at 10:29 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 02/11/08 -3- 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 Work Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on February 11, 2008. 2. That said meeting as held pursuant to due call and notice thereof and was duly held at g p Y Brooklyn Center City Hall. 3. That the City Council adopted said minutes at its February 25, 2008, Regular Session. 1 City Clerk Mayor 02/11/08 -4-