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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004 05-10 CCM Work 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 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MAY 10, 2004 CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Work Session and was called to order by Mayor Myrna Kragness at 8:11 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Kay Lasman, Diane Niesen, and Bob Peppe. Also present: City Manager Michael McCauley, Assistant City Manager/Director of Operations Curt Boganey, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. Councilmember Diane Niesen left the meeting at 8:24 p.m. DISCUSSION OF PROCLAMATIONS Councilmember Niesen expressed that she would like to see a template or overlay for Proclamations. Councilmember Lasman informed that three years ago the City Council reviewed the fashion for proclamations and that if there is anything that needs to be removed or added to a requested proclamation it could be done. Mayor Kragness suggested that if there is a proclamation that she would like amended to contact the City Manager. DISCUSSION OF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT DEFAULT WITH TALISMAN City Manager Michael McCauley informed that Brookdale had paid its 2003 taxes. The City received a copy of the check and a receipt from Hennepin County that included approximately $114,000 in penalty fees and approximately $38,000 in interest. Mr. McCauley informed that he had notified Mr. Schlesinger that the 2004 taxes would be due on May 15, 2004. DISCUSSION OF TABLED RENTAL HOUSING LICENSE FEE SCHEDULE Councilmember Niesen expressed that she believes the rental fees should be raised. Councilmember Niesen left the meeting at 8:24 p.m. 05/10/04 -1- Council discussed the growth in single - family rental that results in increased and repetitive inspections. Councilmember Peppe expressed that he understands the costs involved and the reason to consider increased costs for rental properties, however, he does not want to penalize the good landlords. Mr. McCauley questioned if the Council would like to consider establishing a minimum fee for rental housing that reflects the substantial efforts required for single - family rental units. Councilmember Lasman expressed she believes with the trend of rental housing in the City something needs to be done to maintain the quality of our housing and neighborhoods. Councilmember Carmody discussed that she believes the problem is with homeowners not knowledgeable about renting properties and that the City should educate them more to make them realize that they need to manage the properties. Council discussed base fees for single - family and 4 -unit complexes. Mr. McCauley suggested a base fee to be in business for a two -year period of $350 or $400. Councilmember Carmody expressed support for $300 per year. It was the consensus of the Council to have a fee structure started and have this item come back to the Council. MISCELLANEOUS Council discussed the proclamation that was requested for Council approval from the GLBT Pride /Twin Cities. It was the consensus of the Council to pass on adopting the requested proclamation. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to adjourn the Work Session at 8:38 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 1Wy� City Clerk 'fi Mayor 05/10/04 -2-