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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003 04-28 CCM Study 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 I STUDY SESSION APRIL 28, 2003 CITY HALL COUNCIL /COMMISSION CONFERENCE ROOM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session and was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Kay Lasman at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Pro Tem Kay Lasman, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Diane Niesen, and Bob Peppe. Mayor Myrna Kragness was absent and excused. Also present were City Manager Michael McCauley, Assistant City Manager/Director of Operations Curt Boganey, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS City Manager Michael McCauley informed that he had several conversations regarding Council Consideration Agenda Item 8d, Proposed Middle Twin Lake Shoreline Restoration Project. He suggested that the Council discuss the direction if it will be different than what was originally requested. The grant obtained by the Watershed from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) would obligate the City for two years of watering potential and ten years of maintenance, including removal of invasive species. This grant would potentially create labor intensive maintenance requirements as the City is in the position of decreasing the number of portable toilets, not filling vacant public works positions, and weighing whether and how many seasonal maintenance workers will be hired. The Park and Recreation Commission is currently looking at deferring or deleting planned capital projects because of budget shortfalls. Additionally, the Park and Recreation Commission conducted a public meeting regarding Twin Lake Park and a survey of residents in 2001. At that time, the residents did not favor a proposal that would have reduced beach size with native plantings. The current grant reduces a smaller area, but this plan in not consistent with the Capital Improvement Plan adopted for Twin Lake Park after the resident meeting and survey. Mr. McCauley suggested that, if any change were to be entertained by the Park and Recreation Commission, a similar public input process should be undertaken. He noted that the Park and Recreation Commission has only one meeting in May until it resumes meeting in the Fall. Mayor Pro Tem Lasman questioned if there would be any repercussions if the grant were to be rejected. Mr. McCauley informed that the watershed would be impacted, not the City. 04/28/03 -1- I Bob Hill, 4701 Twin Lake Avenue, addressed the Council to discuss that he believes this would be a great opportunity for citizens to get involved and suggested letting the citizens help the City with the work on this project. Mayor Pro Tem Lasman questioned if that would even be feasible. Mr. McCauley responded that the City would be legally responsible for ten years and that before who and how is considered to help with this proposed project, the look of the proposed project needs to be researched and presented to the area residents. Councilmember Niesen expressed that this proposed project is important for citizens and that she had a concern with the June deadline. Councilmember Carmody informed that she would like to see this matter resolved before May and questioned if the item should be forwarded to the Park and Recreation Commission. Mr. McCauley responded that the Park and Recreation Commission does not meet in the summer months and that if the Council would like to have the Park and Recreation Commission review this item it would have to get to them at its May meeting or wait until it convenes in the fall. This proposed project needs direction as to what the City should do if they are going to move forward with the proposed project. I Councilmember Peppe discussed that the City needs process for control and the Park and Recreation Commission needs to review and provide the Council direction. Mayor Pro Tem Lasman suggested that the Council direct staff to forward this item to the Park and Recreation Commission and have them provide a report with direction to Council at the May 27, 2003, meeting. Councilmember Niesen expressed that she does not want to lose this opportunity for this already low maintenance park. Councilmember Niesen questioned Council Consideration Item 8c, Resolution Adopting Housing Bond Policy and Procedures. Mr. McCauley outlined the history of this item and informed that the Council could amend the policy and procedures as time goes on. Mayor Pro Tem Lasman questioned why the engineering costs are not being split in Consent Agenda Item 7f, Resolution Approving Traffic Signal Plans and Cooperative Agreement for Participation in the Construction and Operation of the Traffic Control Signal System at CSAH 152 and 63` Avenue North. Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom informed that the costs are being split and that the amount for Hennepin County is not shown in the chart since they are doing the engineering work. Councilmember Carmody asked about the revenues in Consent Agenda Item 7g, Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding a Contract, Improvement Project Nos. 2003 -01, 02, 03, and 04, Happy Hollow Street, Storm Drainage, and Utility Improvements. Mr. McCauley informed that the general fund monies had been renamed to the infrastructure construction fund. 04/28/03 -2- Mayor Pro Tem Lasman questioned if the money donated by the Brooklyn Center Fire Department Relief Association for support of after - school programs in Council Consideration Agenda Item 8a, Resolution Expressing Appreciation for the Gifts of the Brooklyn Center Fire Department Relief Association in Support of After- School Programs and the Adopt- A- Park/Trail/Street Program, would be used for some of the summer programs that had been eliminated. Mr. McCauley informed that he was not sure how the money would be allocated and that Community Activities, Recreation and Services Director Jim Glasoe will be determining where to allocate the money. Councilmember Niesen distributed two memos regarding changes that she would like to see incorporated into the rental ordinance previously discussed and minutes for April 7 and April 14, 2003. Councilmember Peppe expressed that he would not agree to these changes and that the Council cannot and should not script language. Mayor Pro Tem Lasman agreed with Councilmember Peppe. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adjourn the Study Session at 6:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to reopen the Study Session at 6:55 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGN ON WOODBINE & KYLE Council discussed the area of Woodbine Lane and Kyle Avenue. It was the consensus of the Council to have this area surveyed to inquire if they would like a stop sign or leave the area as is with no change. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Niesen questioned the status of her memos and e -mail. She would like it written that she agreed with Councilmember Peppe that there should be no scripting of the minutes, and that she wanted her e -mail included with the minutes. Mayor Pro Tem Lasman questioned if the Council would be interested in sponsoring a hole as part of the Brooklyn Center Crime Prevention Program golf outing. It was the consensus of the Council to sponsor a hole. Mayor Pro Tem Lasman informed that she would collect $20 from each Council Member and submit on behalf of the Council. A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adjourn the Study S sion at 6:59 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. City Clerk / Mayor 04/28/03 -3-