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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003 04-14 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 APRIL 14, 2003 CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM The Brooklyn Center City Council continued its Study Session into 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 appeared at Informal Open Forum. pp p ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Niesen to adj ourn the informal open forum at 6:58 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Joel Downer 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 7:02 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, Chief of Police Scott Bechthold, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. 04/14/03 -1- 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Lasman reported that she attended the Riverbank Stabilization meeting on March 27, 2003, the joint City Council meeting with Housing Commission on April 2, 2003, and the National Night Out Committee meeting on April 9, 2003. Councilmember Niesen reported that she attended an event where she heard Dr. Michael Osterham speaking on terrorism. She informed that she would like to discuss the City's Emergency Plan in the future; and that she had some issues with previous approved minutes. She will bring those issues up at the next study session. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA i There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Motion passed unanimously. 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the minutes of March 24, 2003, study and regular sessions and the April 2, 2003, joint session with Housing Commission. Councilmember Niesen abstained from the vote. Motion passed. 7b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously. MECHANICAL Construction Mechanical Services 1307 Sylvan Street, St. Paul Hansen Heating Inc. 16218 Eveleth Street NE, Ham Lake Jay Hawk Mechanical 1245 Choke Cherry Road, Lino Lakes Maple Grove Heating & A/C 401 County Road 81, Osseo Newman Mechanical Inc. 1400 East Highway 36, Maplewood Quality Refrigeration 6237 Penn Avenue South, Richfield River City Sheet Metal Inc. 9928 Bluebird Street NW, Coon Rapids St. Marie Sheet Metal 7940 Spring Lake Park Road, Spring Lake Park Southtown Refrigeration 5610 West 36`" Street, St. Louis Park Thermex Corporation 3529 Raleigh Avenue South, St. Louis Park 04/14/03 -2- MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERSHIP Brookdale Metro Mitsubishi 7235 Brooklyn Boulevard Iten Chevrolet Company 6701 Brooklyn Boulevard Luther Brookdale Chrysler Jeep 6121 Brooklyn Boulevard RENTAL Renewal: Brookside Manor Apartments Anda Construction Initial: 3313 63 Avenue North Yuan Xiong 5935 Dupont Avenue North Gina Dumas 4707 Eleanor Lane Todd Vlasaty 5715 Emerson Avenue North Tom Svendsen 5637 -39 Girard Avenue North Earl and Evalyn Krueth 5530 Irving Avenue North Timothy Guy 7230 West River Road Nedzad Ceric 4519 Woodbine Lane Benson Vang SIGNHANGER Pyramid Sign Ltd 432 South Wabasha Street, St. Paul TAXICAB Kevin O'Conner Pioneer Taxi 7c. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE (PULL -TABS) TO THE DUOOS BROS AMERICAN LEGION POST 630 TO OPERATE AT THE DUOOS BROS AMERICAN LEGION POST 630 AT 6110 BROOKLYN BLVD RESOLUTION NO. 2003-58 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE (PULL - TABS) TO THE DUOOS BROS AMERICAN LEGION POST 630 TO OPERATE AT THE DUOOS BROS AMERICAN LEGION POST 630 AT 6110 BROOKLYN BLVD The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 7d. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE (PULL -TABS) TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION TO OPERATE AT REF'S SPORTS BAR &GRILL 04/14/03 -3- RESOLUTION NO. 2003-59 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE (PULL - TABS) TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION TO OPERATE AT REF'S SPORTS BAR & GRILL The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 7e. RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT, EARLE BROWN SCHOOL ISD 286 RESOLUTION NO. 2003 -60 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT, EARLE BROWN SCHOOL ISD 286 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 7f. PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 15, 2003, EQUAL PAY DAY A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adopt Proclamation Declaring April 15, 2003, Equal Pay Day. Motion passed unanimously. 7g. RESOLUTION SELECTING THE NO WAIVER OPTION FOR CITY STATUTORY TORT LIABILITY RESOLUTION NO. 2003-61 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION SELECTING THE NO WAIVER OPTION FOR CITY STATUTORY TORT LIABILITY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 04/14/03 -4- 7h. RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE DESIGNATION OF BROOKLYN CENTER AS A TREE CITY USA FOR THE ELEVENTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR; AND PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 25, 2003, ARBOR DAY AND MAY 2003 ARBOR MONTH IN BROOKLYN CENTER RESOLUTION NO. 2003-62 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE DESIGNATION OF BROOKLYN CENTER AS A TREE CITY USA FOR THE ELEVENTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adopt Proclamation Declaring April 25, 2003, Arbor Day and May 2003 Arbor Month in Brooklyn Center. Motion passed unanimously. 7i. STAFF REPORT RE: EARTH DAY AND THE GREAT SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED CLEANUP - PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 22, 2003, AS EARTH DAY IN BROOKLYN CENTER - PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 19 THROUGH 26, 2003, TO BE THE GREAT SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED CLEANUP WEEK A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adopt Proclamation Declaring April 22, 2003, as Earth Day in Brooklyn Center. Motion passed unanimously. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adopt Proclamation Declaring April 19 Through 26, 2003, to be the Great Shingle Creek Watershed Cleanup Week. Motion passed unanimously. 7j. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF MUNICIPAL STATE AID FUNDS TO PAY FOR THE CITY'S PORTION OF RECONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL LOCATED AT BROOKLYN BOULEVARD (CSAH 152) AND 63RD AVENUE NORTH, SAP #109 - 101 -04 RESOLUTION NO. 2003 -63 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: i 04/14/03 -5- RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF MUNICIPAL STATE AID FUNDS TO PAY FOR THE CITY'S PORTION OF RECONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL LOCATED AT BROOKLYN BOULEVARD (CSAH 152) AND 63RD AVENUE NORTH, SAP #109 - 101 -04 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 8. APPEARANCES A. JOHN CONNOLLY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MINNEAPOLIS METRO NORTH CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU - ANNUAL UPDATE John Connolly, Executive Director, addressed the Council to update them on the past, present, and future events happening with the Minneapolis Metro North Convention and Visitors Bureau. The Bureau exceeded in all categories in 2002, is on track for 2003, and the expectations for 2004 are high and trending. He discussed that a competitive analysis had been done with 15 other bureaus and that the Minneapolis Metro North Convention and Visitors Bureau ranked second overall in the Midwest. Mr. Connolly shared an award that had been received for an outstanding website from the National Association of Sports Committee, while City Manager Michael McCauley brought up their website for showing. Mayor Kragness commended Mr. Connelly for his leadership and expressed thanks to him and his team for all that they provide. B. GINNY BLACK, COUNCIL MEMBER, CITY OF PLYMOUTH - REPORTING ON THE GREAT SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED CLEANUP Ginny Black, Council Member, City of Plymouth, addressed the Council to report on the Great Shingle Creek Watershed Cleanup Event and presented a PowerPoint presentation regarding the event that will take place on April 19, 2003, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Mayor Kragness expressed thanks to Ms. Black for taking the time to present this information. 9. PUBLIC HEARING 9a. AN ORDINANCE REPEALING CHAPTER 21 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND ADOPTING A NEW ORDINANCE REGARDING TAXICABS Mr. McCauley discussed that this ordinance reflects the Council's direction to have the City removed from the taxicab licensing business. A new ordinance has been prepared that would require taxicabs to be licensed through the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC). 04/14/03 -6- All taxicab licenses issued for the calendar year 2003 will continue to be valid for the year 2003. No license fees will be returned of prorated. Mayor Kragness questioned if a taxicab driver is licensed through the MAC if they can pick up and drop off in Brooklyn Center. Mr. McCauley responded that anyone licensed through the MAC would be able to do business in the City of Brooklyn Center. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one appeared before the Council. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 2003-02 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE REPEALING CHAPTER 21 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND ADOPTING A NEW ORDINANCE REGARDING TAXICABS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 3, 2003, TO BE A DAY OF SPIRITUAL REDEDICATION AND PRAYER IN BROOKLYN CENTER Mayor Kragness read the Proclamation Declaring May 3, 2003, to be a Day of Spiritual Rededication and Prayer in Brooklyn Center. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adopt Proclamation Declaring May 3, 2003, to be a Day of Spiritual Rededication and Prayer in Brooklyn Center. Motion passed unanimously. 10b. RESOLUTION AMENDING 2003 PAY PLAN AND CREATION OF POSITION OF POLICE LIEUTENANT Police Chief Scott Bechthold presented a Powerpoint Presentation and outlined the process being created to improve proactive service in Brooklyn Center and informed that the approximate cost savings with this process would be $30,185. 04/14/03 -7- RESOLUTION NO. 2003-64 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING 2003 PAY PLAN AND CREATION OF POSITION OF POLICE LIEUTENANT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. l oc. AN ORDINANCE REPEALING CHAPTER 2 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND ADOPTING A NEW ORDINANCE REGARDING THE DISPOSITION OF ABANDONED AND UNCLAIMED PROPERTY Mr. McCauley discussed that the Council had tabled this item to get some questions answered about the State Statutes requirements and how they compare to the City Ordinance. As indicated in Assistant City Manager Curt Boganey's materials this ordinance amendment would be a housekeeping item and brings the City up to State Law requirements. City Attorney Charlie LeFevere informed that there was a correction to be made in the draft ordinance amendment. Section 2 -105, f, 1, should read: The notice and hearing requirements in this paragraph do not apply to vehicles described in Section 2- 105(a) - (e). Mr. McCauley informed that if the Council were comfortable with moving forward with this ordinance amendment that he would direct staff to prepare the materials for first reading and setting public hearing at the April 28, 2003, meeting. Councilmember Niesen informed that she agrees this does clarify the questions that were raised and that she still agrees with annual reports. It was the consensus of the Council to have this item put on the April 28, 2003, agenda for first reading and to set public hearing. 10d. CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES Mr. McCauley discussed that pursuant to City Council Policy the Council needs to solicit Request for Proposals for civil legal services in 2003. He proposed to use the same format that was used in 1999 with an advertisement in June and a due date of July 25, 2003. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve request for proposals. Motion passed unanimously. 04/14/03 -8- 10e. RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE CONCEPT OF ALLOWING FURTHER PROLIFERATION OF LIQUOR SALES FROM DISPENSARIES OTHER THAN DULY AUTHORIZED OFF -SALE LIQUOR STORES Mr. McCauley discussed per Councilmember Lasman's request, this resolution had been prepared to reiterate the City's opposition to allowing further proliferation of liquor sales from dispensaries other than duly authorized off -sale liquor stores. Councilmember Niesen questioned if the liquor industry or anyone else is opposing this matter. Mr. McCauley informed that the off -sale liquor industry is opposing this and that the grocery store industry is the strongest advocate for this matter. Councilmember Lasman read the resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-65 Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE CONCEPT OF ALLOWING FURTHER PROLIFERATION OF LIQUOR SALES FROM DISPENSARIES OTHER THAN DULY AUTHORIZED OFF -SALE LIQUOR STORES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 10L REPORT ON RIVERBANK PROTECTION PROJECT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999-11 Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom reported that the Army Corps of Engineers had recently prepared revised plans for improvements to the riverbank to protect the existing sanitary sewer north of 66 Avenue and that City staff has been working with them and residents adjacent to the project. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the National Park Service recently raised concerns regarding the potential scenic impacts to the Mississippi River due to the proposed placement of riprap material. A meeting was held with the DNR, Corps of Engineers, and National Park Service to discuss potential modifications to the project design. At that meeting a representative from the DNR indicated that simple stairways and landings less than 25 square feet are generally allowed along the riverbank above the ordinary high water level. Decks and other structures are not exempt and are required to meet the minimum setbacks established by the DNR. City staff and representatives from these agencies will work together to review potential landscape enhancements for the project and the additional costs associated. A neighborhood meeting has been scheduled for April 30, 2003, 6:30 p.m., at the East Fire Station to review the landscape issues with residents. 04/14/03 -9- i Councilmember Niesen expressed that she is happy to see the National Park Service involved with this effort and questioned how the neighbors are reacting. Mr. Blomstrom informed that he believes this project is moving in a positive direction. Councilmember Carmody questioned if the costs for the riprap will be determined by April 30, 2003, and if the date has been set for construction of the project. Mr. Blomstrom responded that the National Park Service is getting bids and that they hope to have the cost for each option at the meeting on April 30, 2003; and that the project start date will be determined once the easements are acquired. The goal is to have decisions by May 1, 2003, and to start construction in August 2003. Councilmember Carmody questioned if the concerned elderly resident received the information regarding the neighborhood meetings. Mr. Blomstrom will verify that she received the information. Councilmember Lasman questioned if there will be any visuals for the Council to review. Mr. Blomstrom informed that he is trying to get pictures. log. RESOLUTION APPROVING ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE FUND GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND HENNEPIN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Mr. McCauley discussed that this item and agenda item 10h, Resolution Approving Agreement Between the City of Brooklyn Center and Twin Lakes Business Park LLC Regarding Pass Through of Hennepin County Grant Funds, relate to the same matter. The first resolution would approve receiving grant funds for certain environmental cleanup activities and the second resolution passes grant funds received from Hennepin County to the developer. Mr. McCauley informed that Twin Lakes Business Park LLC would be responsible for remediation and the $65,900 worth of cost. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-66 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE FUND GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND HENNEPIN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Councilmember Niesen voted against the same. Motion passed. 10hs RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND TWIN LAKES BUSINESS PARK LLC REGARDING PASS THROUGH OF HENNEPIN COUNTY GRANT FUNDS 04/14/03 -10- RESOLUTION NO. 2003 -67 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND TWIN LAKES BUSINESS PARK LLC REGARDING PASS THROUGH OF HENNEPIN COUNTY GRANT FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Councilmember Niesen voted against the same. Motion passed. 10i. RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATION OF 2003 FINAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ADJUSTMENT Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would approve the City's 2003 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program with an amendment to add $10,295 to the Rehabilitation of Private Property Project for a total allocation of $34,811. Councilmember Lasman questioned how many residents are being serviced for this project and if allocating more money for this project would mean more residents to receive rehabilitation. Mr. McCauley responded that there are still many on the list to receive rehabilitation and that allocating this money there could possibly be one or two more homes added. RESOLUTION NO. 2003 -68 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATION OF 2003 FINAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ADJUSTMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 10j. AN ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO THE LICENSING OF RENTAL UNITS IN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Mr. McCauley discussed that as a follow up to the meeting held on April 2, 2003, with the Housing Commission the following items have been incorporated to the proposed ordinance amendment pertaining to the licensing of rental units: • Calls for service for police and fire calls would be considered excessive and require a provisional license at .41 or more calls per unit per year rather than the over one call per unit per year in the original draft. • The ordinance would apply to apartment complexes with five units or more rather than four units and more indicating in the original draft. 04/14/03 -11- • The licensing period for apartment complexes would remain at two years but licenses that do not meet the calls for service requirements could lose their regular license status that do not meet the calls for service requirements to obtain a provisional license. • A "no retaliation" section should be added to require that no license should take any punitive action against a tenant if the tenant makes a good faith call for police assistance. Mr. McCauley presented a chart discussing the current ordinance and proposed ordinance with the additional requirements of tenant background checks. Councilmember Carmody questioned how the six -month review would work if the licenses were based on twelve months and questioned monthly reviews. Mr. McCauley responded that in order to trigger a provisional license the ordinance changed to six months to systemize other than every month. Mr. LeFevere discussed that other city ordinances were reviewed and it seemed appropriate with a six -month period for Brooklyn Center. He informed that complexes will know two months before their licenses expire in order to allow them time to react to a mitigation plan and get City Council approval. Councilmember Lasman questioned what happens with the property that was approved earlier this evening that had many calls. Mr. LeFevere informed that the licensing provisions continue and that staff will be looking at a one -year rolling period. Donna Frost, Brookside Manor Management, addressed the Council to express that she does not want the residents to feel threatened about calling the police; and that if the calls are not made, getting the people out that are causing the problems becomes more difficult. Mr. LeFevere responded that the ordinance amendment deals more with tenant behavior, looks at apartment wide basis, and deals with other kinds of calls. Councilmember Niesen discussed that she believes the current ordinance is simple and clear as written now and questioned why this ordinance amendment is needed. She believes that the Council needs to consider what the commissions are asking the Council to consider and that the Council needs to clearly understand what effect this ordinance amendment would have on the community. It bothers her that she feels rushed into making a decision. Ms. Frost informed that she attended the Association for Rental Management (ARM) meetings and that she believes the consensus there would be that the ordinance amendment is not necessary. Mayor Kragness responded that she believes that is because those attending the ARM meetings are the apartment complexes that are complying with City ordinances. Councilmember Peppe discussed that this ordinance amendment would be for those ignoring problems and that it would give the City Manager authority to deal with apartments case by case. The Council is not trying to punish those who are trying to cleanup and needs leverage to work with those who are not complying. Councilmember Niesen asked Councilmember Carmody to discuss her views since she serves on the Housing Commission. 04/14/03 -12- Councilmember Carmody informed that the Housing Commission had started reviewing this ordinance at the request of the City Council. The Housing Commission had been working on this to help make apartment managers more responsible for who they rent to. It is not the City's responsibility to deal with tenants who are causing problems. Councilmember Niesen stated that she wants to be able to talk out and walk through issues. Councilmember Peppe recapped Councilmember Carmody's discussion about needing leverage with apartment managers. Councilmember Niesen asked that it be clearly stated what this ordinance amendment would solve. Mr. McCauley recapped that the City Council had directed the Housing Commission to review the rental license ordinance. The ordinance would address repeated conduct on the premises where the current ordinance deals with structural issues. Councilmember Peppe discussed that the Council needs to move this matter along and proceed forward. Mr. McCauley suggested that if this ordinance amendment would be the direction the Council wishes to move with, he would put an item on the June 9, 2003, agenda to introduce and allow public comment regarding the ordinance amendment. A letter could be mailed to all rental license holders notifying them of the proposed ordinance amendment and meeting on June 9, 2003. A motion by Councilmember Peppe, seconded by Councilmember Lasman directing staff to prepare a mailing to all rental property owners notifying them of the proposed ordinance amendment and meeting date of June 9, 2003. Councilmember Niesen asked if she could address the Council about this matter. She stated that she agrees with the concept of this ordinance amendment and lowering crime; however, she is concerned about not having this matter well thought out. Councilmember Peppe discussed that the Council had an extensive meeting regarding this issue and that the Council needs to move forward with this matter. Motion passed. 10k. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RETIREMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM IN RESPONSE TO PENDING CUTS IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AID Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would allow the City to participate in an incentive program as part of the preparation and implementation of budget reduction measures necessitated by the impending reduction of Local Government Aids to the City of Brooklyn Center. The retirement incentive would be a payment of 60 percent of the employee's accrued sick leave, instead of the 33 1/3 percent they would normally receive upon leaving the City's employment. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-69 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 04/14/03 -13- RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RETIREMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM IN RESPONSE TO PENDING CUTS IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AID The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 11. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adj ourn the City Council meeting at 9:20 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. J .M yLl I %- I v 1 4 / City Clerk /ro Tem 04/14/03 -14-