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BROOKLYN CENTER
HOUSING COMMISSION
March 16, 2010
7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
Brooklyn Center City Hall
1. Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Approval of Minutes — February 16, 2010
5. Chairperson's Report
6. Council Liaison Report
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7. Review Strategic Plan Brooklyn Center 2010
8. Discussion: April 6, 2010 Joint City Council
and Advisory Commissions Meeting (including
Charter Commission)
9. Other Business
10. Adjournment: 8:30
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City of Brooklyn Center
A Millennium Community
MEMORANDUM
DATE: February 26, 2010
TO: City Advisory Commissions and Charter Commission
FROM: Curt Boganey, City Manage of
SUBJECT: Joint Meeting with City Council — Tuesday, April 6, 2010, 6:30 -8:00 p.m.
On February 8, 2010, the City Council asked that we schedule a reception and joint meeting with all advisory
commissions and the Charter Commission. The meeting will be held as follows:
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
6:30 — 8:00 p.m.
Constitution Hall
Brooklyn Center Community Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Refreshments will be served
Each commission will be provided ten minutes to briefly review activities of the past year. In addition the City
Council is very interested in having the advisory commissions assist in achieving the Strategic Goals as adopted
by the Council in the 2010 Strategic Plan. I have attached a copy of the Strategic Plan for your review. As you
• will note there are six strategic goals. Within each strategic goal there are success targets. The Council is
committed to achieving these success targets and the Council believes that your involvement could be very
critical to our success. Please review these Strategic Goals with your staff liaison; please determine if you believe
your commission can contribute to the achievement of any of these success targets. If you believe that you can
and if you are willing to assist the Council /staff in this regard, please identify no more than two success targets of
interest and at the joint meeting inform the Council how you would like to assist.
For example: you might decide to assist with the achievement of S.G.4. Positively address demographic
make and increasing cultural diversity. Success Target 1, Members of all communities will have equal
access to governmental activities.
Your commission might offer to develop a report on current participation levels on all commissions and
provide a set of proposals to expand outreach to groups that are underrepresented on Commissions.
As you look through the plan, I am certain you will find many important goals and needs where the talent and
knowledge of your commission can be invaluable to the achievement of these important goals for our community.
The Council and staff greatly appreciate your service and look forward to your continued contribution to the City.
cc: Staff and Council Liaison
Mission: An attractive, clean. safe commmni4 that enhances the yualitr• of life and preserves the Imblic mist
301 Shingle Creek Parkway Recreation and Community Center Phone & TDD Number
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 (763) 569 -3400
City Hall & TDD Number (763) 569 -3300 FAX (763) 569 -3434
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Our Mission
To ensure an attractive, clean, safe community that enhances the
quality of life and preserves the public trust
Our Values
Excellence and quality service delivery
We believe that service to the public is our reason for being and strive to deliver
quality services in a highly professional and cost - effective manner.
Ethics and integrity
We believe that ethics and integrity are foundation blocks of public trust and
confidence and that all meaningful relationships are built on these values.
Visionary Leadership and Planning
We believe that the very essence of leadership is to be visionary and to plan for
the future
• Fiscal Responsibility
We believe that fiscal responsibility and prudent stewardship of public funds is
essential for citizen confidence in government.
Cooperation and Teamwork
We believe that the public is best served when departments and employees
work cooperatively as a team rather than at cross purposes.
Open and Honest Communication
We believe that open and honest communication is essential for an informed
and involved citizenry and to foster a positive working environment for
employees
Professionalism
We believe that a commitment to ethical values and continuous improvement is
the mark of professionalism. We are committed to applying this principle to the
services we offer and to the development of our employees.
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Strategic Goals
1. We will ensure a safe and secure community
2. We will aggressively proceed with implementation of
City's redevelopment plans
3. We will stabilize and Improve residential neighborhoods
4. We will positivelv address the community demographic makeup and
increasing cultural diversity,
S. We will continue to maintain and upgrade City infrastructure
improvements
6. We will respond to increased public awareness and interest
in environmental sustainabilitv and green community issues
Ongoing Goals
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1. We will continue to provide streamlined cost effective aualitv services
with limited resources
2. We will ensure the financial stability of the City
3. We will move toward maintaining or lowering the level of the
City's propertv taxes _
4. We will ensure the city's influence at the legislature
5. We will Improve the image of the Citv with citizens and those outside
of the City's borders
6. We will ensure the City drinking water is high aualitv and that
the storm water is properly managed
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Desired Outcomes and Success Targets
S.G. 1.We will ensure a safe and secure community
The threat and fear of real or perceived crime among citizens and others
will be greatly reduced (d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. Reduce violent crime by 10%or more each year
2. Reduce property crime by 10%of more each year
Citizens will feel and be safe in their homes, areas of concern and
throughout the City. (d.o.2)
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1. City survey results will reflect that all residents feel safe in their homes.
2. City survey results will reflect that all residents feel safe throughout the City. (No places deemed
unsafe)
3. City survey results will reflect that all residents feel safe walking alone at night.
S.G.2.We will aggressively proceed with implementation of
City's redevelopment plans
Private redevelopment will expand and improve (d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. At least 50%of the privately owned residential vacant properties will be redeveloped within the
next five years adding to the adjusted for inflation taxable value of the City. Redevelopment of
these properties will commence within two(2)years.
2. At least 80%of privately owned vacant commercial properties will complete redevelopment
• within the next five years adding to the adjusted for inflation taxable value of the City.
Redevelopment of these properties will commence within two (2)years.
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3. At least 50% of the blighted /economically obsolete commercial properties wig be redeveloped •
within the next five years adding to the adjusted for inflation City tax base. Redevelopment of
these properties will commence within two (2) years.
"Opportunity Site" redevelopment will commence (d.o.2)
Success Targets
1. 30 % of the privately owned properties north and east of John Martin Drive will commence
redevelopment within five years.
2. All of the privately owned properties north and east of John Martin Drive will complete
redevelopment within ten (10) years adding to the adjusted for inflation value of the City.
3. At least 50 % of EDA owned and privately owned properties located south and west of John
Martin Drive will commence and complete redevelopment within five (5) years adding to the
adjusted for inflation taxable value of the City.
4. All EDA owned and privately owned properties located south and west of John Martin Drive will
commence and complete redevelopment within Ten (10) years adding to the adjusted for
inflation taxable value of the City.
EDA owned ro erties redevelopment will proceed expeditiously (d.o.3) •
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Success Targets
1. At least 50 % of the EDA properties owned (non- Opportunity Site) commercial properties will
commence redevelopment within the next 2 years.
2. All EDA owned commercial property will have completed redevelopment within ten (10) years
adding to the adjusted for inflation taxable value of the City.
S. G.3. We will stabilize and Improve residential neighborhoods
Citizens will benefit from a diverse stock of housing types and styles
(d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. The number of home remodels will increase.
2. The value added home improvements will exceed $7,500 average valuation per permit
in each neighborhood (i.e. garage additions, bathrooms, bedrooms, 2 "d stories, energy
efficiency) annually.
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3. Housing and accommodations for seniors will be available for aging residents consistent
with the demand for housing by this demographic group.
4. There will be new housing construction to accommodate the needs of those seeking a
modern housing and move up housing choices
Owners and occupants of housing in residential neighborhoods will
comply with City codes and regulations which will be adequate to assure
a safe well maintained and attractive community (d.o.2)
Success Targets
1. Of all residential properties inspected 90 % will be in full compliance with property
maintenance codes (% violation types)
2. All residents surveyed are aware of, understand and support the enforcement of city
housing and neighborhood codes
Owner occupied housing will increase as a percentage of total housing
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Success Targets
1. At least 95% of single family residential properties will be owner occupied.
2. At least 95 % of all new housing will be built for owner occupancy
Problems associated with foreclosures will be dramatically reduced or
eliminated (d.o.4)
Success Targets
1. 90 % of qualified vacant properties will be registered and in compliance with the vacant
building ordinance.
2. All vacant properties will be in compliance with property maintenance codes.
Residential property values will improve and citizens will be proud of
their neighborhood and community (d.o.5)
Success Targets
1. Within three years the average residential sales price will stop declining
2. Within five years residential sales prices will increase at a rate equal to or greater
• than rate of increase in comparable communities
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3. All residential properties will be well maintained and landscaped •
4. All residents surveyed will say they are proud of their neighborhood.
5. All residents surveyed will say they are proud of Brooklyn Center.
S.G.4.We will positivelv address the community demographic makeup
and increasing cultural diversity
All demographic groups will be represented and encouraged to
participate in civic, governmental, community organizations and
activities (d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. Members of all communities will have equal access and representation in civic,
governmental, community organizations and activities
Youth will be adequately served by recreation and educational programs
and activities (d.o.2)
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1. All youth who desire to will be productively engaged in recreational activities or
educational programs
2. Participation in community programs and activities will reflect the demographic
makeup of the community.
The social, health and housing needs of the aging and moderate income
population will be improved (d.o.4) ,
Success Targets
1. Service gaps in the social, health and housing needs of aging and moderate income
community members will be reduced and eliminated over time.
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S.G.5.We will continue to maintain and upgrade City infrastructure,
improvements
City government buildings, major equipment and other physical assets
of the City will be maintained and improved (d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. Meet or exceed the minimum maintenance condition standard for City facilities.
2. Customers provide positive feedback pertaining to City facilities (clean, attractive buildings).
3. Maintain public access and availability to City park facilities and infrastructure.
4. Reduce graffiti occurrences and complaints.
Neighborhood streets and utilities will be maintained and improved
(d.o.2)
Success Targets
1. Citizens rate reconstruction projects as meeting or exceeding expectations via surveys sent
• to project area residents.
2. Using a pavement index rating system, meet or exceed the established acceptable roadway
rating standard.
3. Reduce potholes and roadway complaints.
4. Reduce sewer blockage and watermain breakage /complaints.
5. Complete the citywide street and utility reconstruction program within 10 years.
The traveling public will benefit from multi -modal transportation
options fostered and provided by the City (d.o.3)
Success Targets
1. Minimize an increase to future traffic delays and congestion.
2. Minimize the amount of regional traffic flow on local streets.
3. Increase alternative modes of transportation used.
Citizens will benefit from the expansion and improvement of needed
technology infrastructure as cost effective feasible options become
• available (d.o.4)
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Success Targets •
1. Reduce City government expenses through the application of technology.
2. Improve City services to the citizens through the application of technology.
3. Preserve environmental resources and conservation of energy through the application of
technology.
S. G.6. We will respond to increased public awareness and interest in
environmental sustainability and green community issues
Public appreciation for the environment will improve and recycling and
energy conservation will improve (d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. Within three years all residents surveyed will understand the value of recycling and energy
conservation and at least 70 % will have changed their behavior in order to conserve
environmental resources.
2. Within five years energy consumption in the City will be reduced significantly.
3. Within five years City Government energy consumption will be reduced significantly.
The purchasing power of the City will support the goal of an
environmental sustainability (d.o.2)
Success Targets
1. The City will purchase recycled materials whenever costs are reasonable and quality
is acceptable.
2. The City will increase the share of purchased recycled materials by 10 % annually for
the next five years.
3. The City will eliminate the use of products, chemicals or compounds that pose a risk
to human health or to the environment whenever a viable cost effective alternative
is available.
4. The City will purchase environmentally friendly equipment and vehicles whenever
performance requirements and costs are comparable.
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O. G. 1. We will continue to provide streamlined, cost effective puality services
with limited resources
The quality of service delivered by the City will consistently meet or
exceed customer expectations (d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. Customer surveys for City services delivered will reflect customer satisfaction from
not less than 90% of respondents
Service delivery will improve on an ongoing basis
Success Targets
1. Implementation and execution of continuous improvement program throughout all
departments
2. Qualification for Malcolm Baldridge or comparable quality improvement award.
3. Cost effectiveness performance benchmark comparisons from each department will
• reflect upper quartile performance for each high priority benchmark measure
O. G.2. We will ensure the financial stability, of the City
City funds will be protected against loss (d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. All City funds will be FDIC insured up to the legal maximum per account
2. Any funds in excess of the FDIC maximum in any one account will be properly
collateralized.
3. The City's investment portfolio will be diversified so as to minimize potential losses
on individual securities.
The City administration will provide meaningful short, Intermediate and
long term fiscal planning (d.o.2)
Success Targets
1. The operating budget document will provide annual and multi year operating plans.
is 2. Staff will annually provide life -cycle capital plans for all long -lived assets.
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City will take appropriate actions to buffer essential services against the •
effects of significant economic downturns (d.o.3)
Success Targets
1. Fund reserves as indicated by year end cash balance will be maintained at levels
allowing for short term funding of operations in emergency situations
2. Essential services as determined by the City Council will be funded from non - volatile
resources.
City will position itself for economic growth (d.o.4)
Success Targets
1. The City will keep current and adhere to the Comprehensive Plan
2. Capital Improvement Plans will reflect the intentions of the Comprehensive Plan
0.G.3.We will move toward maintaining or lowering the level of the
City's prop erty taxes
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Except in extraordinary circumstances the property tax levy will not
increase faster than the rate of inflation (d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. Property tax levy increases do not exceed the rate of inflation.
2. If the tax levy increase exceeds the rate of inflation a clear, extraordinary
circumstance is identified.
The City will expand the proportion of industrial and commercial tax
base to relieve the residential property tax burden (d.o.2)
Success Targets
1. The City commercial /industrial tax base increases at a rate faster than the residential
tax base.
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The inflation adjusted property taxes paid by the median family
household will be stabilized or reduced over time (d.o.3)
Success Targets
1. The inflation adjusted city property taxes payable for the median va+ued single family home
will be equal to or less than the calculated city taxes payable for the prior year.
0.G.4.We will ensure the city's influence at the legislature
State and Federal legislators will be kept informed regarding City needs
that may be affected by legislation (d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. Annually, the City Council and Staff will assess legislative needs and communicate
directly with appropriate Local, State and Federal legislators
We will maintain positive ongoing relationships with Local, State and
• Federal legislators (d.o.2)
Success Targets
1. Legislative officials will address the City Council annually regarding their efforts on
behalf of our shared constituents.
2. Legislators will sponsor and support legislation on behalf of the City
O. G.5. We will Improve the image of the Citv with citizens and those outside of
the City's borders
Citizens and others throughout the State will recognize Brooklyn Center
as a safe, quality, attractive community in which to live work and play
(d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. The rate of property value increase in each property classification will equal or
exceed the average rate of increase in the Hennepin County and in the State.
2. Citizen Survey results will reflect the perception that Brooklyn Center is a safe,
• quality, attractive place to live work and play.
3. Positive press regarding the City of Brooklyn Center will increase.
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O. G. 6. We will ensure the City drinkinq water is high quality, and that
the storm water is properly managed
The City's drinking water will meet or exceed safe drinking water
standards of the State of Minnesota (d.o.1)
Success Targets
1. City will meet or exceed all safe drinking water standards.
2. The water supply will be protected against emerging and potential water contaminants.
Storm water runoff will be managed in an efficient and environmentally
sensitive manner (d.o.2)
Success Targets
1. City will implement and maintain all priority elements of the Brooklyn Center Local Water
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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
FEBRUARY 16, 2010
COUNCIL COMMISSION ROOM
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center Housing Commission was called to order by Chairperson Landis at 7:10 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Chair Steve Landis, Commissioners Kathie Amdahl, Kris Lawrence - Anderson and Judy Thorbus.
Also present were Crime Prevention Specialist Becky Boie, Council Liaison Tim Roche and Staff
Liaison Tom Bublitz. Commissioner James Richards and Council Liaison Tim Roche were absent
from the meeting.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There was a motion by Commissioner Lawrence - Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Amdahl
to approve the agenda as submitted. The motion passed.
Chair Landis noted that he would like to only briefly review Item No. 9 given the length of the
agenda and the fact that Becky Boie is in attendance at the meeting to address Item No. 10.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES — NOVEMBER 17, 2009
There was a motion by Commissioner Amdahl and seconded by Commissioner Lawrence - Anderson
to approve the minutes of the November 17, 2009 Housing Commission meeting. The motion
passed.
It was noted that a quorum was not present at the December 15, 2009 meeting and, therefore, no
minutes were recorded.
CHAIRPERSONS REPORT
Chairperson Landis announced to Commission members that he will be moving to the Finance
Commission. He explained he had been interested in learning more about municipal finance for
some time and that this is an opportunity to fulfill that interest. He added that he does feel good
about the current direction of the Housing Commission.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT
In the absence of the Council Liaison, Chairperson Landis reviewed some of the Council notes
focusing on the January 25, 2010 study session. He briefly reviewed the January 25, 2010 study
session minutes for Commission members noting that it was suggested that the Planning
Commission should review what can be done to enhance the entrance corridor in the area of
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Humboldt Avenue between 65 and 69 Avenues and also from the city's southern border to 57
Avenue North. He pointed out it was discussed in the minutes that the Planning Commission could
do a visioning of the corridors from a citizen user perspective from a conceptual point of view and
that the majority consensus of the City Council was supportive of the Planning Commission
conducting an aesthetic visioning of the Humboldt Avenue Corridors between 65 and 69 Avenues
between 53 and 57 Avenues.
Chairperson Landis noted that it was his understanding the Planning Commission typically does not
have a role in determining design elements of streets, walkways, etc.. He suggested that the Housing
Commission should be involved and not ignored regarding issues of neighborhood improvements
and neighborhood design.
Commissioner Lawrence - Anderson stated she believes the Housing Commission needs to have more
collaboration with the Planning Commission.
Chairperson Landis noted an all Commission meeting was discussed in the January 25, 2010 Council
work session minutes. He stated the City Council appears prepared to review advisory commissions
in some fashion.
Chairperson Landis noted the Housing Commission is being asked to review the City's Strategic
Plan for 2010 and determine two to three items to work on to assist the City Council in achieving the
goals of the Strategic Plan. He added that he would encourage the City Council to do a thorough
review of all Commissions and their duties and responsibilities.
ELECTION OF CHAIR AND APPOINTMENT OF VICE CHAIR
Chairperson Landis thanked Commission members for volunteering their time and effort on the
Housing Commission. He inquired if anyone was interested in leadership of the Commission.
Commissioner Thorbus stated she would be willing to be Vice Chair. Chairperson Landis opened
the meeting up for the purpose of taking nominations for Chair of the Housing Commission for
2010. Chairperson Landis then nominated Commissioner Lawrence - Anderson to serve as Chair for
2010.
There were no other nominations offered and Commissioner Lawrence - Anderson was elected Chair
of the Housing Commission for 2010 by unanimous consent.
Chairperson Lawrence - Anderson appointed Judy Thorbus Vice Chair of the Housing Commission
for 2010.
Chairperson Lawrence- Anderson stated she would like to see Commissioner Landis at the next
Housing Commission meeting to wrap things up for his transition from the Housing Commission to
the Finance Commission.
PRESENT SUMMARY OF HOUSING COMMISSION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
REVIEW
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Commissioner Landis stated that historically the Housing Commission has had minimal tasking
responsibilities assigned to them. He pointed out the Housing Commission's Charter indicates the
Commission has a considerable set of tasks and responsibilities. He explained that in July of 2009,
the Commission began its review of its roles, duties and responsibilities. He added he wanted to
discuss ways the Housing Commission could participate more in neighborhood issues pointing out in
the November 17, 2009 Housing Commission minutes, items addressed under No. 5, How to
Increase Advisory Commission Participation in Neighborhood Organization Meetings.
Commission members briefly discussed this issue and moved to Item No. 10 on the agenda.
HOW TO INCREASE ADVISORY COMMISSION PARTICIPATION IN NEIGHBORHOOD
ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
Chairperson Lawrence - Anderson recognized Becky Boie, the Police Department Crime Prevention
Specialist. Ms. Boie noted that currently there are 202 Neighborhood Watch Groups in the city.
Ms. Boie noted that on March 13, 2010 there will be a watch captain's workshop in the Phil Cohen
room at the Community Center and that the Housing Commission is invited. It was noted that the
staff liaison will send a distribution list to Ms. Boie and that future notices regarding her
neighborhood meetings will be sent directly to Housing Commission members.
Ms. Boie suggested that one of the ways the Housing Commission could assist the Neighborhood
Watch Program is to help with door to door flyer drops. She said this is the most effective way of
getting people to attend meetings. She added that she would get the dates of neighborhood
meetings to Housing Commission members. She also noted that attendance at the neighborhood
meetings has averaged 100 to 150 people.
Chairperson Lawrence - Anderson suggested that at least one Housing Commission member should be
present at future neighborhood meetings.
Ms. Boie reviewed some of the dates for upcoming neighborhood meetings including May 26` at
Palmer Lake Park, June 29` at 'Lions Park, July 15` at Twin Lake Park and September 14`'' at East
Palmer Lake Park. She noted that August is the National Night Out meeting. She added that
neighborhood meetings are also advertised on the City's website.
Chairperson Lawrence - Anderson suggested that perhaps the Housing Commission could look at
working in neighborhoods where no watch groups exist currently.
Commissioner Landis stated that he still believes there needs to be a review of the duties and
responsibilities of the Housing Commission with the City Council involved. He added that he would
also like to see the Housing Commission maintain their continuing association with the police
department.
Commissioner Thorbus addressed the issue of the Housing Commission's previous request for data
on rental calls for service and an update on vacant housing. Commission members briefly discussed
this and requested staff to provide a monthly update on calls for service and vacant properties.
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Commissioner members continued their discussion of the Housing Commission's roles and
responsibilities.
OTHER BUSINESS
There was no other business addressed by the Commission.
ADJOURNMENT
There was a motion by Chairperson Lawrence - Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Amdahl to
adjourn the meeting. The motion passed. The Brooklyn Center Housing Commission adjourned at
8:10 p.m.
Chairman
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