HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007 09-24 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
SEPTEMBER 24, 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
6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Mary O'Connor, Dan Ryan, and Mark
Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd
Blomstrom, Director of Fiscal Support Services Dan Jordet, Community Development Director
Gary Eitel, and Deputy City Clerk Camille Worley.
CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS
There was discussion on the email received from Housing Commissioner Steve Landis outlining
concerns for lack of Housing Commission consideration items and asked that it be discussed during
the Work Session. It was suggested that the City Council discuss the concerns and come to a
consensus on a direction for the Housing Commission.
There was discussion on Item No. 11 e. regarding the payment portion of the proposed City Credit
Card Use Policy as it relates to the payment in full of the credit cards each month. There was
discussion on the State Auditor's recommendations regarding credit card use and how it differs from
the proposed policy. Mr. Boganey stated the intent of the proposed policy is the same as the intent of
the suggestions of the State Auditor.
Councilmember Ryan discussed the resolution for Liberians, risks of deportation, and the effect on
the City and suggested that the resolution be tabled until it is more appropriate, given the recent
Presidential order on the matter.
Mr. Boganey suggested that the motion be made to either remove the item from the agenda or table it
with a specific time to address it. It was the majority consensus of the City Council to table the item
for consideration in six months.
The opinion was expressed that the item should be deleted from the agenda and returned by
Councilmember Ryan when appropriate.
Councilmember Ryan discussed why the issue was raised and its importance.
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MISCELLANEOUS
The discussion continued on the email from Housin g Commissioner Steve Landis who discussed
concerns of the Housing Commission's lack of direction and lack of items with substance to discuss.
There was discussion on the frequency of Housing Commission meetings and future items for its
consideration.
Mr. Boganey discussed the Rental Housing Strategy and explained goals of the different focus
groups. He stated the Housing Commission could determine strategies to assist in reaching the goals
stated in the Rental Housing Strategy plan.
There was a discussion on holding a joint meeting with the Housing Commission to discuss its
concerns.
Councilmember Lasman stated the Crime Prevention Program is sponsoring a fundraiser by selling
hotdogs and brats at Cub Foods on October 20 -21. She requested that someone cover the shift she
volunteered for because she will be out of town. Mayor Willson volunteered to cover the shift at the
Crime Prevention Program fundraiser.
Councilmember Lasman stated the North Hennepin Area Chamber of Commerce Resources Guide is
now available and distributed a copy to each Council Member.
ADJOURN STUDY SESSION TO INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Study Session at
6:44 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
RECONVENE STUDY SESSION
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to reconvene the Study Session
at 6:48 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEMS AS TIME PERMITS
CITY MANAGER'S PERFORMANCE REVIEW PROCESS
Mr. Boganey explained that he does not have documentation for the City Council to review at this
time and stated he will continue to work on the Performance Review Process.
SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED IMPLEMENTATION PLAN UPDATE
Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom discussed the letter and the report distributed
to the City Council regarding the Shingle Creek Watershed Implementation Plan Update. He
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discussed the history of the plan and amendments. He discussed the draw down of the lakes and the
materials causing a high phosphorus reading.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to close the Study Session at
6:59 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 September 24, 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 October 8, 2007 Regular Session.
City Clerk Mayor
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