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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006 10-09 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 OCTOBER 9, 2006 CITY HALL — COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session and was called to order by Mayor Myrna Kragness at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness and Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Kay Lasman, Diane Niesen (arrived at 6:15 p.m.), and Mary O'Connor (arrived at 6:02 p.m.). Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, Director of Fiscal and Support Services Dan Jordet, Community Development Director Brad Hoffman, and Deputy City Clerk Camille Worley. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS Councilmember Lasman inquired about item 9d. regarding residential pools and their effects on the storm water system. Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom addressed her inquiries. Councilmember Lasman inquired about item 9g. City Manager Curt Boganey addressed her inquiries. Councilmember Carmody inquired about item 9a. and asked why Kimberley Meyer was not nominated based on the application she submitted one year ago. Mayor Kragness responded that she was unable to speak personally to Kimberley Meyer despite attempts to contact her via telephone; however, Christine Eaton expressed interest in the Commission over the summer. She stated Kimberley Meyer's application will be kept on reserve for the next opening. Councilmember O'Connor indicated that she had the following changes to the minutes from the Regular City Council meeting held on September 25, 2006: Paize 6 Councilmember O'Connor inquired about the ongoing maintenance responsibility of the lines. Mr. Boganey responded the City would maintain the City's equipment and Access Communications would maintain their equipment. He also stated that Access Communications will provide the locator for both the City's equipment and their own. Pate 10 (This reauest was also made by Councilmember Carmodv) Section 4. Evaluation Councilmember O'Connor stated she would like to change the date of evaluation from Julv to September or October so that a complete year of management is reviewed. Mr. Boganey explained that this section of the contract was negotiated and he gave a lot to agree to the proposed language. 10/09/06 1 Page 12 Courteilmembcrv' he s 1,f „et a i ner- e ase on jams Fy 1 five all other e She r-eeenmneaded an iner-ease of 294. Page 13 Councilmember O'Connor stated the $4,000 increase is a 3.47% increase, which is not consistent with other employees and indicated that it should be 2%. Councilmember Niesen stated agreement. i The following corrections to the minutes were submitted by Councilmember Carmody and considered by the City Council: Regular Session, Page 1 Councilmember Carmody stated it is considered unconstitutional to restrict the number or location of rental property. Work Session, Page 1 Councilmember O'Connor stated she would like to receive reports for purchases over $10,000. Councilmembers Carmodv and Lasman stated thev would like to discuss this volicv before making decisions like that The following corrections to the minutes were submitted by Councilmember Lasman and considered by the City Council: Page 2, Council Reports, Councilmember Lasman, Line 10 She stated on September 19 she attended the Financial Commission meetiniz concerning language changes on investments and other items, with more information to be submitted to the City Council at a later day. i DISCUSSION OF WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEMS AS TIME PERMITS SELECTION OF RETREAT FACILITATOR — COUNCIL Mr. Boganey explained that four proposals were received for the retreat facilitator. He stated the cost difference is minimal between the four facilitators and based on feedback from clients of the firms and his own interaction with them, it is his opinion that they are all qualified and capable of doing the job, however Strandell seemed to have the most insight and a more impressive approach to the proposal, along with favorable feedback from other cities. Councilmember Carmody inquired about the possibility of having a half day retreat for goal setting purposes only. Mr. Boganey explained that the initial request for proposal was for a retreat from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. He stated that other than Councilmember Carmody's request, a desire for a reduced retreat time was not indicated. He stated the firms can adjust their time frame to suit the City Council; however the cost will most likely not be affected. Mayor Kragness stated she had heard positive things about Salverda. Mr. Boganey stated he is familiar with Salverda; however, he was more impressed with the proposal from Strandell. 10/09/06 2 Councilmember O'Connor inquired about the cost of the facilitators. Mr. Boganey stated the total is hard to determine, however costs have been outlined in his memorandum. He discussed the four firms and their various costs. Councilmember Niesen stated she had no comments on the choice of a retreat facilitator. Mayor Kragness suggested that the new elected officials and Mayor be invited to the retreat. Mr. Boganey stated that has already been included in the proposal. Mr. Boganey stated all the facilitators would be willing to include selected City employees and new elected officials if the City Council wished to include them. The majority consensus of the City Council was to select Salverda as the retreat facilitator. MOSAIC YOUTH CENTER RESOLUTION — MAYOR KRAGNESS Mayor Kragness explained the resolution and explained that neighborhoods in the City have kids in the school district who would use the youth center. Councilmember O'Connor stated objection to the support of the Resolution. The majority consensus of the City Council was to amend the Resolution and make it specific to the City of Brooklyn Center and place on the next City Council meeting agenda. LANG NELSON - RENTAL LICENSE POLICY — CITY MANAGER Mayor Kragness, Councilmember ' Y g Carmody, and Councilmember O'Connor stated preference to leave the policy as it is stated. Councilmember Lasman stated if she owned the building, she may not think it is fair, however if it is similar to other properties, the fees should remain. Councilmember Niesen requested information on the charges per building structure or charge per unit and requested a few examples of other similar situations. It was the majority consensus of the City Council to receive comparison information. ADJOURN STUDY SESSION TO INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL Councilmember Carmody moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to close the Study Session at 6:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. RECONVENE STUDY SESSION Councilmember Carmody moved and Councilmember Niesen seconded to reopen the Study Session at 6:50 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 10/09/06 3 NORTHWEST SUBURBS CABLE COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION REGARDING RESOLUTION TO THE LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES — GREGORY MOORE Councilmember Carmody requested that the item be postponed until the next meeting so that she can gather additional information to ensure the information presented is correct. It was the majority consensus of the City Council to postpone the item so that further information can be obtained. CONTINUATION OF LANG NELSON - RENTAL LICENSE POLICY The City Council further discussed the calculations of rental license fees. CONTINUATION OF CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEM AND QUESTIONS Mr. Boganey addressed Councilmember Carmody's concern regarding the difference in the two charts titled Brooklyn Center Fire Department Relief Association Projected Cost of Alternative Benefit Increases included in item 9f. He stated the last column reflects what would happen if the payout was raised to $7,500 with the potential liability being identified in Section A. He continued to explain other calculations included in the chart. Director of Fiscal and Support Services Dan Jordet explained that the last column entitled Alternative 2 reflects the amounts that would have been considered last year if it was raised to $7,500 in 2005. He stated the total accrued liability, if approved is reflected as $3,701,000. He stated the fund is currently valued at $3,724,000, exceeding the accrued liability and there would be no under funded accrued liability nor any amortization payments required. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Carmody seconded to close the Study Session at 6:58 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. City Clerk Q Mayo 10/09/06 4