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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007 02-26 CCM Regular 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 REGULAR SESSION FEBRUARY 26, 2007 CITY HALL — COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Informal Open Forum called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 6:45 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, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Camille Worley. Mayor Willson opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum. No one wished to address the City Council. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 6:46 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Reverend Derrick Kiewatt asked for a moment of silent reflection and a prayer as the Invocation. 3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 7:03 p.m. 4. 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, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Camille Worley. 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 02/26/07 _1 _ 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Ryan reported attending the Crime Prevention Program meeting on February 21. He discussed the program and recognized the outstanding work of the Crime Prevention Program. Councilmember Lasman reported attending the North Hennepin Chamber of Commerce meeting on February 23 where it was noted that the Chamber of Commerce was ranked number 14 of the top 25 in the Business Journal and where website improvements, growth, and retention was discussed. She reported attending the Brooklyn Center Business Association Business Expo at Brookdale Mall on February 23. Councilmember Yelich reported attending the New Americans Academy held on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 -9:00 p.m., February 21 — March 28 at School District No. 279's Adult Education Center. He stated the program is coordinated by Monique Drier from Brooklyn Center and Robin Martinson from Brooklyn Park who did a nice job on scheduling topics. He stated it was attended by approximately 10 people and after watching an informational video, a Police Officer and Cadet were available from both cities for questions. He stated he hopes the program can be marketed to a larger audience. Councilmember O'Connor reported attending the Cable Commission meeting where a resolution was approved regarding the benefits of municipal cable franchising. She stated web streaming of City Council meetings was also discussed. She reported attending tutoring at the Earle Brown School where a Police Officer was in attendance who discussed tools for his job. Mayor Willson reported attending Senator Dibble and Representative Hornstein 's Transportation Committees at the Brooklyn Park City Hall on February 17 where he provided testimony based on his personal observations and the City Council's resolution on transportation. He reported meeting with an applicant for the Planning Commission at Panera Bread. He reported meeting with City Managers, Police Chiefs and Mayors from a ten city area on February 21 at the Brooklyn Park City Hall. He stated an analysis and information was given on crime prevention. He reported meeting with the Mayor of Richfield on February 22 to discuss current legislation on o alcohol in grocery stores. He stated they also discussed the 57 t and Logan site. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, with amendments to the February 12, 2007 — Regular Session minutes and the following consent items were approved: 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. February 12, 2007 — Study Session 2. February 12, 2007 — Regular Session 3. February 12, 2007 — Work Session 02/26/07 -2- 7b. LICENSES GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Qwest Communications 6540 Shingle Creek Parkway Motion passed unanimously. 8. PRESENTATIONS There were no presentations. 9. PUBLIC HEARING 9a. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2007 -01, 02, 03 AND 04, FREEWAY BOULEVARD AND SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS 1. RESOLUTION NO. 2007 -33 ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING DEVELOPMENT OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2007 -01, 02, 03 AND 04, FREEWAY BOULEVARD AND SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS City Manager Curt Boganey introduced the item and stated the purpose of the proposed resolutions. Director of Public Works /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom presented a PowerPoint presentation where the following information was summarized: Public Improvement Process, Northern Project Area, Southern Project Area, Pavement Improvements, Storm Water Drainage — Watershed Area, Storm Water Drainage — Option 1, Storm Water Drainage — Option 2, Storm Water Drainage — Option 3, Water Distribution System, Wastewater Collection System Repairs, Traffic Signal Systems, Proposed Project Funding, Special Assessment — Draft Levy, Preliminary Project Schedule, and Recommended Council Action. He further discussed comments and requests received at the neighborhood meeting. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the City Council. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. 02/26/07 -3- Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded adoption of RESOLUTION NO. 2007 -33 Ordering Improvements and Authorizing Development of Plans and Specifications for Improvement Project Nos. 2007 -01, 02, 03 and 04, Freeway Boulevard and Shingle Creek Parkway Street, Storm Drainage, and Utility Improvements. Motion passed unanimously. 2. RESOLUTION NO. 2007 -34 CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2007 -01, FREEWAY BOULEVARD AND SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY STREET IMPROVEMENTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the City Council. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adoption of RESOLUTION NO. 2007 -34 Certifying Special Assessments for Improvement Project No. 2007 -01, Freeway Boulevard and Shingle Creek Parkway Street Improvements to the Hennepin County Tax Rolls. Motion passed unanimously. 10. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS There were no Planning Commission Items to be considered. 11. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS Ila. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS — PLANNING AND HOUSING COMMISSION MEMBERS Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to ratify the Mayoral Appointment of Della Young to the Planning Commission and Steven Landis to the Housing Commission. Motion passed unanimously. Ilb. AN ORDINANCE VACATING AN EASEMENT WITHIN PORTIONS OF LOT 4 AND LOT 5, BLOCK 5, LAKEBREEZE ADDITION, 4821 TWIN LAKE AVENUE NORTH 02/26/07 -4- Mr. Boganey introduced the item and discussed the purpose of the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Blomstrom indicated the location of the easement vacation and discussed the benefits to both the property owner and the City by the easement vacation. I Councilmember . Lasman moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to approve first reading and set second reading and Public Hearing for March 26, 2007. Motion passed unanimously. llc. RESOLUTION NO. 2007 -35 APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2007 -05, 06, 07, AND 08, RIVERWOOD AREA NEIGHBORHOOD STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS Mr. Boganey introduced the item and noted the background of the proposed resolution. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded adoption of RESOLUTION NO. 2007 -35 Approving Plans and Specifications and Authorizing Advertisement for Bids, Improvement Project Nos. 2007 -05, 06, 07, and 08, Riverwood Area Neighborhood Street, Storm Drainage, and Utility Improvements. Councilmember O'Connor voted against the same. Motion passed. lld. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-36 ACCEPTING THE EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FROM DONALD SALVERDA AND ASSOCIATES FROM THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER CITY COUNCIL AND DEPARTMENT HEADS 2007 LEADERSHIP PLANNING AND TEAM BUILDING RETREAT AND ADOPTING A MISSION STATEMENT, VALUES STATEMENT, AND 2007 -2008 GOALS Mr. Boganey introduced the item and discussed the background and purpose of the resolution. He stated at a future date, staff will present, to the City Council, a way to monitor progress of goals. Councilmember Yelich stated support for the Mission Statement and Values Statement and stated concern with the 2007 -2008 Goals. Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember O'Connor seconded to postpone the adoption of the resolution until the 2007 -2008 Goals are better defined. There was discussion on the motion where opposition was expressed and concern for the negative impact of postponement. It was indicated that the 2007 -2008 Goals represent a consensus of the City Council and have been given great consideration. Councilmember O'Connor offered an amendment to Councilmember Yelich's motion to exclude the 2007 -2008 Goals from the proposed resolution so that the Mission Statement and Values Statement may be approved. 02/26/07 -5- Mayor Willson did not accept the amendment to the motion. City Attorney Charlie LeFevere stated the 2007 -2008 Goals could be removed from the resolution. Mayor Willson, Councilmember Lasman, and Councilmember Ryan voted against the same. Motion failed. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adoption of RESOLUTION NO. 2007 -36 Accepting the Executive Summary from Donald Salverda and Associates from the City of Brooklyn Center City Council and Department Heads 2007 Leadership Planning and Team Building Retreat and Adopting a Mission Statement, Values Statement, and 2007 -2008 Goals. Councilmember O'Connor stated she agrees with the Mission Statement and Values Statement, however does not agree with all of the 2007 -2008 Goals. Councilmember Yelich provided the following reasons for his opposition to the adoption of the resolution: Incomplete or vaguely defined goals, the City staff has asked for, and deserves to have clearly defined goals around which to formulate effective strategies, and the City Council must accept its responsibility to provide effective leadership. Councilmembers Yelich and O'Connor voted against the same. Motion passed. 12. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 8:05 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 02/26/07 -6- 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 Regular Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on February 26, 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 March 12, 2007, Regular Session. City Clerk Mayor 02/26/07 -7-