HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007 05-14 CCM Study 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
STUDY SESSION
MAY 14, 2007
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson
at 6:15 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, Public Works Director /City Engineer
Todd Blomstrom, Director of Fiscal and Support Services Dan Jordet, City Attorney Charlie
LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Camille Worley.
CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS
Councilmember Lasman requested the following change to the Regular minutes of April 23,
2007:
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Councilmember Lasman reported attending the North Metro Mayors Association Board of
Directors meeting hosted by Brooklyn Center on April 11, 2007, where reports were given by
Senator Pogemiller and Representative Hortman on transportation issues. She reported attending
a Seminar Committee meeting hosted by North Memorial Trauma Center on underage alcohol
abuse. She further reported attending the Crime Prevention Program meeting to discuss the
upcoming golf tournament fundraiser on Mav mil 18, 2007, along with the Annual Crime
Prevention Program Police Citizens Awards Ceremony where inspiring stories were told and
50 awards were presented. She also reported attending the Great Shingle Creek Cleanup on April
21, 2007, where she participated in cleaning up the trail system.
Councilmember Lasman requested the following change to the Joint Meeting with Brooklyn
Park minutes of April 30, 2007:
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It was the majority consensus of both City Councils Getineil's to continue to study the options
for Highway 252.
It was the majority consensus of the City Council to accept the proposed changes.
There was discussion on item 11 b regarding upgrading the sewer pipe to a 10" pipe to increase
capacity and to prevent future needs for improvements. There was discussion on the land use
and sewer line needs for future development.
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There was discussion on the Rental License for property located at: 700 -890 66 Ave N
regarding the number of calls for service. Mr. Boganey explained that Georgetown Park
Townhomes is a 24 building, 94 unit establishment, which requires 59 calls for service in order
to require a provisional license.
Councilmember Lasman requested that the Rental Licenses presented for approval indicate
whether the property is a single family or multi family dwelling.
MISCELLANEOUS
There was discussion EDA Item No. 4a regarding transferring $230,000 into the Earle Brown
Heritage Center Capital Fund. Mr. Boganey explained that the ending balance of the fund would
be $428,416 after the $230,000 is added to the unencumbered balance of $198,416.75, which is
more than sufficient to cover the current year's capital items and leave a balance for future
projects. He stated the water tower issue is up for discussion, most likely on the next Work
Session agenda. He stated information is being gathered regarding costs.
It was requested that the City Clerk report back to the City Council in the City Manager Update,
responding to the proposed legislative changes in election process.
Mr. Boganey discussed the Brookdale Ford Motor Vehicle Dealership license and stated the City
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Attorney recommended that a Public Hearing be scheduled so that the property owner has an
opportunity to come before the City Council and explain why the business license should not be
revoked. He explained that the license was believed to be a renewal and was approved by the
City Council; however the circumstances of the business have changed whereas they are not
eligible for the license.
ADJOURN STUDY SESSION TO INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Yelich 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 6:47 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
Discussion continued regarding the Brookdale Ford site. Mr. Boganey discussed the
requirements of a Motor Vehicle Dealership License as described in the Ordinance.
JOINT MEETING CITY OF CRYSTAL TENTATIVE DATE MAY 29 AT 6 P.M.
Mr. Boganey discussed a joint meeting with the Brooklyn Center School District in August and a
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joint meeting with the City of Crystal City Council on May 29, 2007.
It was the majority consensus of the City Council to schedule a joint meeting with the Brooklyn
Center School District and the City of Crystal.
SPECIAL WORK SESSION MEETING MAY 21 I- 694/HWY 100
It was the majority consensus of the City Council to hold a Special Work Session on May 21,
2007 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss 1694 /HWY 100.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to close the Study
Session at 6:56 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
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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 Study
Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on May 14, 2007.
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 May 29, 2007 Regular Session.
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