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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004 08-09 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 AUGUST 9, 2004 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 at 6:45 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Kay Lasman, Diane Niesen, and Bob Peppe. Also present were City Manager Michael McCauley, Assistant City Manager /Director of Operations Curt Boganey, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. No one wished to address the Council. 2. INVOCATION Patt Rogich, St. Alphonsus Church, offered the Invocation. 3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session and was called to order by Mayor Myrna Kragness at 7:03 p.m. 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Kay Lasman, Diane Niesen, and Bob Peppe. Also present were City Manager Michael McCauley, Assistant City Manager/Director of Operations Curt Boganey, Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, Police Chief Scott Bechthold, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 08/09/04 - I - 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Carmody reported that she attended the National Night Out Kickoff Event on August 2, 2004; National Night Out on August 3, 2004; and the League of Minnesota Cities Regional meeting. Councilmember Carmody iscussed that she was participating in the Walk A Mile event and Y p p g introduced Anne Nelson Fisher, a Councilmember from the City of Brainerd. She shared that her and Councilmember Nelson Fisher had visited some homes in Brooklyn Center, the Earle Brown I Heritage Center, and the Community Center. Councilmember Carmody informed that she would be making a trip to Brainerd to visit their community in the near future. Councilmember Lasman reported that she attended the National Night Out Kickoff Event on August 2, 2004, and encouraged any interested residents in getting a group together for National Night Out to do so. Councilmember Niesen reported that she received a compliment from a neighbor with regards to the dust control from the construction on East Twin Lake Boulevard. Councilmember Niesen wished to express thanks to City staff for their work on keeping the dust from the construction on East Twin Lake Boulevard to a minimum. Councilmember Niesen reported that she participated in National Night Out on August 3, 2004. Mayor Kragness reported that she participated in National Night Out on August 3, 2004, by riding along with the Police Chief; and discussed that the City Council had their annual Council Retreat on August 7, 2004, to discuss their future goals. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the agenda and consent agenda with the amendment to the July 26, 2004, regular session meeting minutes. Motion passed unanimously. 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the July 26, 2004, study, regular, and work session meeting minutes with the following amendment: Paize 7 Councilmember Carmody informed that she is not highly in favor of raising the filing fees; however, she believes it is appropriate of the Charter Commission to review this request. Motion passed unanimously. 08/09/04 -2- 7b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously. COMMERCIAL KENNEL Brooklyn Pet Hospital 4900 France Avenue North Cutting Edge Pet Care Inc. 4900 France Avenue North MECHANICAL Grondahl Mechanical Inc. 6135 Kellogg Avenue South, Minneapolis Midwest Maintenance and Mechanical 710 Pennsylvania Avenue South, Minneapolis United Heating A/C Inc. 1295 Kachamore Road, Medina RENTAL (No calls for service in last 12 months for all prouerties) Renewal: 5329 & 33 Brooklyn Boulevard Amy Lewis Initial: 5431 Camden Avenue North Robert Lehse 3807 Janet Lane Mai - Thuong Nguyen 4110 Lakebreeze Avenue North Nhia Her 6007 Lyndale Avenue North Erroll Edwards 6936 Newton Avenue North Nao lee TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT Casa Tobacco 6014 Shingle Creek Parkway 7c. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING TAXICAB LICENSE FEES AND PAWNBROKER LICENSE FEES RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -101 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING TAXICAB LICENSE FEES AND PAWNBROKER LICENSE FEES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 7d. RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES 08/09/04 -3- RESOLUTION NO. 2004-102 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 7e. RESOLUTION APPOINTING ELECTION JUDGES RESOLUTION NO. 2004-103 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPOINTING ELECTION JUDGES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 7f. APPROVAL OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE REDUCTION FOR TWIN LAKES III, LLC, 3900 LAKEBREEZE AVENUE NORTH A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve site performance guarantee reduction for Twin Lakes III, LLC, 3900 Lakebreeze Avenue North. Motion passed unanimously. 7g. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FUND TRANSFERS FOR 2003 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -104 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FUND TRANSFERS FOR 2003 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT f resolution duly seconded b The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolut o was d y y Councilmember g Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 08/09/04 -4- 8. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 8a. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF THE EARLE BROWN DAYS COMMITTEE Mayor Kragness read the resolution expressing recognition of and appreciation for the dedicated public service of the Earle Brown Days Committee. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-105 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption with great appreciation: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF THE EARLE BROWN DAYS COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Niesen. Motion passed unanimously. 8b. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE DONATION OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONESS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF THE ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY Mayor Kragness read the resolution expressing appreciation for the donation of $100 from the Brooklyn Center Lioness Club in support of the annual Halloween Party. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-106 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption with great appreciation: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE DONATION OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONESS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF THE ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 8c. RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT TO THE FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION BY -LAWS City Manager Michael McCauley discussed that the Brooklyn Center Fire Relief Association had requested an increase of $6,000 in the lump sum benefit. 08/09/04 -5- Subsequent to the Work Session discussion on July 26, 2004, the Fire Relief Association requested that the increase in pension be made effective as of January 1, 2004, instead of prospective to January 1, 2005. Based on the actuarial analysis that would increase the benefit in the current year he would see no reason not to make the lump sum benefit change effective this year, rather than next. He informed that if the Council were to approve the resolution it does direct the Fire Relief Association to review in August 2005 and encourages them to begin implementation of Springsted's contingency cash target amount. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-107 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT TO THE FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION BY -LAWS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Councilmember Niesen expressed that she believes this approval would show great appreciation to the firefighters. Councilmember Carmody expressed that she believes the City is lucky to have volunteer firefighters. Motion passed unanimously. 8d. REQUEST OF COUNCILMEMBER KAY LASMAN FOR RECONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -99 TO REQUEST CHARTER COMMISSION REVIEW OF FILING FEES - RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2004-99 REQUESTING BROOKLYN CENTER CHARTER COMMISSION TO REVIEW SECTION 4.04 OF THE CITY CHARTER Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would rescind Resolution No. 2004 -99 and causes no action. Councilmember Lasman discussed that her intent was to save the City some money and did not wish to discourage anyone from running for City Council. After thinking it over, she realized the City Council cannot be judges of people's intentions when they file for candidacy and the City Council should encourage people to participate in local government. Councilmember Lasman withdrew her support of Resolution No. 2004 -99. 08/09/04 -6- RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -108 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -99 REQUESTING BROOKLYN CENTER CHARTER COMMISSION TO REVIEW SECTION 4.04 OF THE CITY CHARTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 8e. REPORT ON CODE ENFORCEMENT SWEEP Police Chief Scott Bechthold discussed the 2004 Second Quarter Code Enforcement Sweep Report. He outlined the citywide calls for service along with calls for service for Brookdale, Apartments, and Motor Vehicle Accidents. The main increase for citywide calls for service is due to suspicious activity; and the significant drop in calls for service with apartments is attributed to the new rental ordinance and the involvement in the Association for Rental Management (ARM), the close relationship that the Neighborhood Liaison Office (NLO) has with problem residents, and the new rental,.ordinance. Mr. Bechthold informed that the crime index totals have decreased ten percent since 2002 and discussed that the implemented crime strategy had helped with the decreasing numbers. Mr. Bechthold discussed that even though this report is called a summer sweep; the Police Department continues enforcement all year round. Councilmember Carmody questioned the number of motor vehicle accidents being down and if that was due to the clean up of the area from 1 -694 to 69`" and Brooklyn Boulevard. Mr. Bechthold discussed that the decrease in motor vehicle accidents would be attributed to a lot of enforcement efforts. Councilmember Carmody questioned how residents could be assured a response back if they were to report a concern or complaint. Mr. Bechthold informed that a lot of times the concern or complaint being left is one that is in progress and that residents need to notify the NLO that they would like a response back or a follow -up telephone call. Councilmember Carmody questioned how the Police Department deals with a chronic offender. Mr. Bechthold discussed that the Police Department is an enforcement arm and that they are not in control of the Hennepin County Bench. He informed that the Police Department has been working with the City's Prosecutor about an approach to deal with code enforcement issues. Councilmember Carmody questioned if there were plans to make code enforcement on -going instead of only having a sweep once a year. Mr. Bechthold informed that even through the winter the NLO does patrol the City; however, the winter hides a lot of code violations. 08/09/04 -7- 8f. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING 2004 ANNUAL DEER MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN REPORT AND ADOPTING THE CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATIONS THEREIN Mr. McCauley discussed that the Council adopted a Deer Management Plan and that the plan requires an annual progress report each summer regarding implementation of the annual strategies. The first season of the plan implementation had been completed and a determination had been made that the number of deer in Brooklyn Center continues to exceed the recommended norm fifteen to twenty deer per square mile of habitat area. This resolution would accept the 2004 Annual Deer Management Implementation Plan Report and adopts the recommendations to conduct another deer hunt in the same format after Thanksgiving. Mayor Kragness questioned if the Twin Lake area would be considered during a planned deer hunt. Assistant City Manager /Director of Operations Curt Boganey discussed that the Twin Lake area had been reviewed; however, most of the area where deer are a concern is in Crystal. Councilmember Lasman questioned if the Riverwood area would be participating or phased in a planned deer hunt in the future. Mr. McCauley discussed that they would not be able to hunt in a neighborhood area. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-109 Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING 2004 ANNUAL DEER MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN REPORT AND ADOPTING THE CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATIONS THEREIN The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 8g. REQUEST FROM MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR MODIFICATIONS TO T.H. 100 ACCESS AT 50 AVENUE NORTH Mr. McCauley discussed that the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) had requested a modification to close 50 Avenue and install the permanent paving and permanent access ramp improvements over a six or so week period. The trade off being proposed is a potentially safer configuration and completion of the project this year rather than temporary lanes going through the winter. Dave Raley, Mn/DOT Project Supervisor, addressed the Council to discuss their request and informed that County Road 81 had opened last week so that could be one of the alternates used if 50 Avenue were to close. 08/09/04 -8- Mayor Kragness questioned when the closure would take place. Mr. Raley informed that they would anticipate closing 50 Avenue in late August and that they want to coordinate with the paving contractor before starting the closure. Councilmember Carmody questioned the neighborhood improvements in that area and if the alternate routes would be drivable during this closure. Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom informed that the construction area is anticipated to be paved on September 15, 2004, and that there will be about two thirds of gravel until that area is paved. Councilmember Niesen expressed support for moving the project ahead and resolving the current problems with turning at 50 Avenue from Highway 100. Mr. Raley informed that they are four months ahead of schedule for the T.H. 100 project. A motion by Councilmember Niesen, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to adopt position on proposed alternate. Motion passed unanimously. 9. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to adjourn the City Council meeting at 7:55 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Aux City Clerk Mayor 08/09/04 -9-