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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005 11-14 CCM Work Session MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL /ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA WORK SESSION NOVEMBER 14, 2005 CITY HALL — COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council /Economic Development Authority met in Work Session and was called to order by Mayor/President Myrna Kragness at 9:55 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor/President Myrna Kragness and Councilmembers /Commissioners Kathleen Carmody, Kay Lasman, Diane Niesen, and Mary O'Connor. Also present were City Manager /Executive Director Michael McCauley, Assistant City Manager /Director of Operations Curt Boganey, City Clerk Sharon Knutson, and Deputy City Clerk Camille Yungerberg. 1. COUNCIL MEMBER CARMODY: CONTINUED DISCUSSION OF WATERSHED COMMISSION APPOINTMENT FOR JANUARY 2006 Councilmembers /Commissioners Niesen and Carmody discussed the Watershed Commission appointment for January 2006. Councilmember /Commission Niesen said she was not opposed to Councilmember /Commissioner Carmody serving as the representative on the Watershed Commission. Councilmember /Commissioner Carmody indicated she would like to see a Council Member on the Watershed Commission and reiterated her interest; however she would not have to be the Council Member nominated. 2. REVIEW OF DRAFT 2006 CITY COUNCIL CALENDAR DATES City Manager Michael McCauley stated it is proposed that the Regular City Council meetings be held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month, consistent with 2005. He asked for discussion regarding with Commission ega ding the date of the Council Retreat and meetings w t Chairpersons. Mayor Kragness responded by suggesting that the Council Liaison speak to the Commissions regarding the meeting dates and report back to the Council. Councilmember /Commissioner Lasman stated the retreat is beneficial, however improvements could be made. Councilmember /Commissioner Carmody responded she has not had a positive experience at past retreats. Councilmember /Commissioner Lasman responded by suggesting an alternative team building activity, possibly conducted by a less expensive, local consultant. 11/14/05 -1- Mr. McCauley explained that consultants are available in Minnesota. He explained that the majority of the costs incurred with the previous consultant were the daily charge, not travel expense. Mayor Kragness responded a fresh face would be nice. Councilmember /Commissioner Lasman stated someone with expertise in local government would be beneficial. Councilmember /Commissioner Carmody stated the team building has not been successful. Mayor Kragness stated the team building activities are beneficial and gives the Council a place to discuss conflict. Councilmember /Commissioner Niesen stated the team building has been good for the long term goals, but not the short term goals. She stated things have gotten better in the last few meetings, less negativity, which could be contributed to the team building exercises. She stated she is not completely satisfied with the past retreats, however they have been helpful. She stated she would be more inclined to attend the retreat in late February or early March. Councilmember /Commissioner Lasman stated team building is essential. Mr. McCauley asked if three or more Councilmembers were interested in attending another retreat. Mayor Kragness, Councilmembers Lasman, and Niesen raised their hands to show interest. Councilmember /Commissioner Niesen stated she will be absent from the Truth in Taxation Hearing due to her attendance at the National League of Cities. Mr. McCauley stated the Board of Equalization Review will be held May 1, 2006. 3. DEADLINE ENFORCEMENT FOR LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWALS Mr. McCauley stated he is looking for direction on Liquor License holders lagging in the completion of their renewal packet. Councilmember /Commissioner Lasman stated a special meeting should not be scheduled for delinquent license holders. It was the consensus of the City Council that license holders be held to the schedule for renewals and there would be no special meeting. Mr. McCauley stated if the renewal information is not turned in by the deadline, the establishment must stop serving all alcoholic beverages at 12:01 a.m. on January 1. He stated the City will take the position that the deadline is the final date. 4. DISCUSSION OF FORM AND DATE FOR 2005 CITY MANAGER EVALUATION 11/14/05 -2- It was the consensus of the Council to table this item until the next work session, due to the late ` hour. Councilmember /Commissioner Niesen stated she would like to address Ordinance No. 12 at a future meeting and will contact the City Manager when she is ready and advise regarding discussion materials. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember /Commissioner Lasman moved and Councilmember /Commissioner Carmody seconded adjournment of the City Council /Economic Development Authority Work Session at 10:49 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. City Clerk Q Mayor /Presid t I 11/14/05 -3-