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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003 07-14 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 JULY 14, 2003 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. Jim Soderberg, 6401 Camden Avenue North, addressed the Council to discuss the City's proposed rental ordinance and the City of Brooklyn Park's rental ordinance. He expressed that he believes the calls for service from the rental managers should not be counted; there should not be a no retaliation clause; and something should be addressed regarding new ownership of rental properties. Councilmember Carmody informed him that the Council would be discussing this matter at the July 28, 2003, City Council meeting. Nancy Dillon, 5444 East Twin Lake Boulevard, addressed the Council to discuss her concerns with the garbage cans and parking of vehicles. She believes the nuisance of garbage cans is worse since the containers have become larger. She asked that these two nuisance matters receive more educational attention and enforcement. Ms. Dillon asked that future crime reports for Brooklyn Center not include Brookdale Mall or retail areas. Sarah Schwartz, Sun Post Editor, discussed that the Police Department provides the informatics and that they are working on segregating the retail areas from the residential area. Donna Zieska, 5455 Brooklyn Boulevard, addressed the Council to ask that the Osseo Road sign be removed from her street. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adjourn the Informal Open Forum at 6:58 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 07/14/03 -1- 2. INVOCATION Theresa Rousseau, 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 7:02 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, Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Mayor Kragness expressed thanks to the City employees who detailed the City of Brooklyn Center markings in the Council Chambers. 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Carmody expressed thanks to the Earle Brown Days Committee for all their work on the successful events. She informed that the Earle Brown Days Fireworks that had been cancelled have been rescheduled for July 22, 2003. Councilmember Lasman expressed thanks to the Earle Brown Days Committee and the Brooklyn Center Lions for all their work with the Earle Brown Days events; and reported that on July 11, 2003, she attended a Relay for Life event. Councilmember Peppe reported that he attended the Association for Rental Managers (ARM) meeting on July 10, 2003, and that he believes that the meeting was helpful for others to better understand the City's proposed rental ordinance. He also attended the Financial Commission meeting on July 10, 2003. He expressed thanks to the City Manager and City staff for the helpful information to help with the City's budget. Mayor Kragness reported that she attended the ARM meeting on July 10, 2003, and that she believes it was important to discuss this matter again to help those involved better understand the City's proposed rental ordinance. 07/14/03 -2- i Councilmember Peppe expressed thanks to Representative Debra Hilstrom for attending the ARM meeting. Councilmember Peppe informed that National Night Out would be on August 5, 2003. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Motion passed unanimously. 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the June 16, 2003, joint work session with Financial Commission, and June 23, 2003, study and regular sessions minutes. Motion passed unanimously. 7b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously. AMUSEMENT DEVICE OPERATOR Chi - Chi's, Inc. 2101 Freeway Boulevard Regal Cinemas Inc. 6420 Camden Avenue North GARBAGE HAULER Armor Roll -Off Service 3291 Terminal Drive, Eagan Aspen Waste Systems, Inc. 2951 Weeks Avenue, Minneapolis Darling International 9000382 nd Avenue, Blue Earth Midwest Grease P.O. Box 26, Redwood Falls Randy's Sanitation, Inc. P.O. Box 169, Delano T & L Sanitation P.O. Box 49695, Blaine Walters Recycling and Refuse P.O. Box 67, Circle Pines Waste Management - Blaine 10050 Naples Street NE, Blaine MECHANICAL D J's Heating & A/C 6060 LaBeaux Avenue, Albertville Marsh Heating & A/C 6248 Lakeland Avenue North, Brooklyn Park R & S Heating & A/C 12600 Creek View Avenue, Savage 07/14/03 -3- RENTAL Renewal: Carrington Drive Apts. Norman Chazin (1302 -08 69` Ave. & 6910 -20 Humboldt Ave) 5825 Dupont Avenue North Pal Ace Yang 4210 Lakebreeze Avenue North James and Bobbie Simons 4207 Lakeside Avenue North #320 Heinz Pollinger 2812 O'Henry Road Mainsl Properties 6218 Unity Avenue North Chuzong Xiong 5300 -04 Vincent Avenue North Patricia Beier Initial: 3501 47 Avenue North Richard Grommes 3012 & 3018 51 Avenue Steven Elhardt 4518 65 Avenue North Ernest Anyanwu 532272 d Circle Lenita Elon 6613 Camden Avenue North Charles Bailey 5637 Emerson Avenue North Douglas Pederson 5707 Emerson Avenue North Lois Frost 5925 Ewing Avenue North Chai Vang 6824 Fremont Place North David Oium 7242 Knox Avenue North Damien Washington 3318 Mumford Road Olufemi Olagbaju 6912 Unity Avenue North Geri Williams SIGN HANGER Sign -A -Rama 13692 Grove Drive, Maple Grove 7e. APPROVAL OF SECONDHAND DEALER APPLICATIONS AND LICENSES FOR GAMESTOP INC. DBA/GAMESTOP #535,6068 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY, AND GAMESTOP #1704,1307 BROOKDALE CENTER A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the secondhand dealer applications and licenses for GameStop Inc. dba/GameStope #535,6068 Shingle Creek Parkway, and GameStop #1704,1307 Brookdale Center. Motion passed unanimously. 7d. APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FROM ST. ALPHONSUS CHURCH TO CONDUCT A RAFFLE ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2003 A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the application from St. Alphonsus Church to conduct a raffle on September 21, 2003. Motion passed unanimously. 07/14/03 -4- 7e. APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FROM ST. ALPHONSUS CHURCH TO CONDUCT RAFFLES ON NOVEMBER 8 AND 9, 2003 A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the application from St. Alphonsus Church to conduct raffles on November 8 and 9, 2003. Motion passed unanimously. 7E APPROVAL OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE RELEASES FOR HOLIDAY STATIONSTORE, 420 66 AVENUE NORTH; AND TARGET STORE, 6100 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the site performance guarantee releases for Holiday Stationstore, 420 66 Avenue North, and Target Store, 6100 Shingle Creek Parkway. Motion passed unanimously. 7g. RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES RESOLUTION NO. 2003-103 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 Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 7h. AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF STREET RIGHT -OF -WAY: SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY SOUTH OF 69 AVENUE NORTH A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve first reading and set second reading and public hearing on August 11, 2003. Motion passed unanimously. 7i. AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF UTILITY EASEMENT ALONG GARDEN CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, OSSEO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 279 A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve first reading and set second reading and public hearing on August 11, 2003. Motion passed unanimously. 7j. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH IN- CONTROL INC. FOR THE SUPERVISORY CONTROL AND DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEM 07/14/03 -5- RESOLUTION NO. 2003-104 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH IN- CONTROL INC. FOR THE SUPERVISORY CONTROL AND DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 7k. RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT ON EMPLOYMENT MATTER RESOLUTION NO. 2003-105 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT ON EMPLOYMENT MATTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 8. PUBLIC HEARING 8a. AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CENTERPOINT ENERGY MINNEGASCO, A DIVISION OF CENTERPOINT ENERGY RESOURCES CORPORATION, A DELAWARE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, A NONEXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT FOR THE TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, MANUFACTURE AND SALE OF GAS ENERGY FOR PUBLIC AND PRIVATE USE AND TO USE THE PUBLIC WAYS AND GROUNDS OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA, FOR SUCH PURPOSE; AND, PRESCRIBING CERTAIN TERMS AND CONDITIONS THEREOF City Manager Michael McCauley discussed that this ordinance was drafted by the City Attorney and reflects the basic franchise ordinance model developed by the League of Minnesota Cities. The ordinance provides that the City may impose a franchise fee pursuant to State Law and creates the ability to adopt a franchise fee ordinance at a later date. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. 07/14/03 -6- A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 2003-06 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CENTERPOINT ENERGY MINNEGASCO, A DIVISION OF CENTERPOINT ENERGY RESOURCES CORPORATION, A DELAWARE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, A NONEXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT FOR THE TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, MANUFACTURE AND SALE OF GAS ENERGY FOR PUBLIC AND PRIVATE USE AND TO USE THE PUBLIC WAYS AND GROUNDS OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA, FOR SUCH PURPOSE; AND, PRESCRIBING CERTAIN TERMS AND CONDITIONS THEREOF The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 9. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 9a. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION FOR AND APPRECIATION OF THE DONATIONS AND VOLUNTEERS FOR THE BEAUTIFICATION OF CENTRAL PARK Mayor Kragness read the resolution expressing recognition for and appreciation of the donations and volunteers for the beautification of Central Park. She informed that letters were sent to all donors and volunteers. Mr. McCauley presented a PowerPoint presentation on the outcome of the plantings. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-106 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION FOR AND APPRECIATION OF THE DONATIONS AND VOLUNTEERS FOR THE BEAUTIFICATION OF CENTRAL PARK The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Niesen. Motion passed unanimously. 9b. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF THE EARLE BROWN DAYS COMMITTEE 07/14/03 -7- Councilmember Carmody read the resolution expressing recognition of and appreciation for the dedicated public service of the Earle Brown Days Committee. RESOLUTION NO. 2003 -107 Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 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 Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 9c. SETTING DATE FOR SALE OF REFUNDING BONDS - RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATED SALE OF $5,120,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION POLICE AND FIRE BUILDING REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2003B - RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATED SALE OF $2,505,000 TAXABLE GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2003C Mr. McCauley discussed that these issues were reviewed and it was determined that refinancing these bonds could generate savings. He informed that Bob Thistle from Springsted was present to discuss further. Bob Thistle, Executive Vice President, addressed the Council to inform that their task is to monitor the City's existing debt. With the market the way it is at the current time, he suggests that the City refinance these two bonds. The savings would be as follows: The 1997B General Obligation Police and Fire Building Bonds that were originally issued to finance the construction and rehabilitation of several public safety facilities was $7.9 Million. This amount had been reduced with principal payments beginning in 1998. The new issue will be $5.12 Million in principal and will lower the actual interest cost by $34,350 annually beginning in 2005. The net interest rate is estimated to be 2.73 percent as compared to the original rate of 4.73 percent. The actual cash value of the interest savings over the remaining life of the old issue is $275,600 with a present value of $240,100. This savings will be reflected as a direct reduction of the property tax levy necessary to support principal and interest payments beginning in 2005. 07/14/03 -8- The 1995A General Obligation Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Bonds that were issued to facilitate acquisition of property and construction of infrastructure in TIF District No.3 was $4.56 Million. This amount had been reduced with principal payments beginning in 1999. The new issue will be $2.505 Million in principal and will lower the actual interest cost by $24,700 annually beginning in 2005. The net interest rate is estimated to be 3.39 percent as compared to the original rate of 6.79 percent. The actual cash value of the savings over the remaining life of the old issue is $148,500 with a present value of $128,850. Councilmember Niesen questioned the mechanism. Mr. Thistle discussed that the call date had not been reached but they are proposing to refinance these bonds and that the money will be reinvested until the call date. There may be negative arbitrage calculations; however, the calculations are already figured in the current calculations. Councilmember Peppe expressed thanks to Mr. Thistle for the substantial savings to the City. Mr. McCauley noted that the 2003B Bonds will address the market value levy and does pass directly on to the taxpayer's savings. Mr. Thistle informed that they would continue to monitor the City's debt on a regular basis. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-108 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATED SALE OF $5,120,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION POLICE AND FIRE BUILDING REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2003B The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-109 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATED SALE OF $2,505,000 TAXABLE GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2003C The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 07/14/03 -9- 9d. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTIES IN A PENDING CONDEMNATION ACTION, MISSISSIPPI RIVERBANK PROTECTION PROJECT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -11 Mr. McCauley discussed that the Council authorized appraised values of temporary and permanent easements necessary for the construction of the Mississippi Riverbank Protection Project. Six properties are in agreement with Evergreen Land Services. This resolution would authorize the purchase of properties in a pending condemnation action for the project. RESOLUTION NO. 2003 -110 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTIES IN A PENDING CONDEMNATION ACTION, MISSISSIPPI RIVERBANK PROTECTION PROJECT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -11 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 9e. REPORT ON LOCOMOTIVE HORN OPERATIONS AT THE RAILROAD CROSSING ON AZELIA AVENUE NORTH Mr. McCauley reported that staff had contacted the Canadian Pacific Railroad to discuss the use of locomotive horns at the Azelia Avenue crossing in response to noise complaints received by residents. A representative from Canadian Pacific Railroad indicated that the company policy is to sound locomotive horns in advance of at -grade crossings until a proposed rule is passed that will regulate the use of these horns. The rule that is being considered by the Federal Railroad Administration provides for the establishment of quiet zones where supplemental safety measures are installed for at -grade crossings. These measures include gates, center median barriers, and warning lights. Paul Oman, 5239 East Twin Lake Boulevard, addressed the Council to discuss that believes residents were told that once the roadway was constructed there would be no more horns. Councilmember Niesen expressed that she would like to have an ordinance drafted. Councilmember Peppe questioned whether an ordinance should be done now or after the rule is approved by the Federal Railroad Administration. Director of Public Works /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom discussed that an ordinance could be drafted and finalized after the rule is approved. Mayor Kragness expressed that she is concerned with the staff time for this matter. Mr. McCauley suggested that the City Attorney monitor the Federal Railroad Administration and see what type of local action would be required. 07/14/03 -10- 9f. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 11 AND 23 OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER CODE OF ORDINANCES, RELATING TO LIQUOR LICENSING AND GENERAL LICENSING REGULATIONS Mr. McCauley discussed that this ordinance amendment would consolidate the licensing operation relating to liquor licensing. Currently the liquor licensing is divided between the Police Department and City Clerk's Office. While drafting this ordinance there were a number of inconsistencies regarding the procedures that are used depending on the type of license and was found not to be business friendly. This draft results in a more uniform and friendly use. A motion by Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve first reading and set second reading and public hearing on August 11, 2003. Motion passed unanimously. 9g. AMENDING 2003 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE TO ADD A CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Mr. McCauley suggested scheduling a work session on August 11, 2003, immediately following the Regular City Council meeting. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to amend the 2003 City Council meeting schedule to add a City Council work session on August 11, 2003, immediately following the regular City Council meeting. Motion passed unanimously. 9h. REPORT ON DEER COMPLAINTS Mr. McCauley reported that there would be a community meeting on July 30, 2003, at 6:30 p.m. in the Cohen Community Room at the Brooklyn Center Community Center to discuss the deer complaints that had been received. A representative from the Department of Natural Resources will be at the meeting to provide information on the deer population and the options regarding those issues. Mayor Kragness expressed that she hopes this information will also be published in the Sun Post. Councilmember Carmody expressed that publishing this information in the Sun Post would be beneficial for others not living around the Palmer Lake area that are interested in these topics. Assistant City Manager/Director of Operations Curt Boganey informed that he had been contacted by the Brooklyn Park City Manager who informed that someone from Brooklyn Park would be attending the meeting. 9i. REPORT ON CODE ENFORCEMENT Mr. McCauley presented a PowerPoint presentation regarding the following and informed that the first inspections for all property types will be complete by the end of July. 07/14/03 -11- Number of Violation(s) by Tvve: Garbage Storage/Removal 87 Parts /Engines and Related Items 10 Accumulation of Rubbish/Brush/Debris 170 Accumulation of Junk/Furniture /Appliances 71 Illegal Parking /Storage of Vehicles 90 Unlicensed/Inoperable Vehicles 96 Yard Maintenance (Seed and Sod) 1 Proper Addressing 23 Miscellaneous (14 days) 4 Fences 33 Accessory Buildings 125 Windows /Doors /Screens 18 Stairs/Porches /Decks 17 Driving /Parking Area Repairs 24 Foundations/Ext. Walls/Roofs 126 Miscellaneous (30 days) 2 Total 900 There were 740 first letters, 138 second letters, 466 compliance /thank you letters, and one citation/formal complaint. Council discussed gravel driveways and the storage of garbage receptacles. Mr. McCauley will check with the Police Department to inquire if the number included with the report consists of inappropriately stored garbage receptacles. Nancy Dillon, 5444 East Twin Lake Boulevard, addressed the Council to inform that she believes the garbage receptacles have become more of a nuisance and that she believes people have become lazy about storing them properly. Mr. McCauley summarized that cars must be parked on asphalt, concrete, or gravel surfaces and that garbage receptacles must be placed in a garage or behind the plane if stored in the front of a home. 9j. REPORT ON DOG ORDINANCE OPTIONS Mr. McCauley reported on the materials prepared by the City Attorney regarding possible options for the regulation of dogs. City Attorney Charlie LeFevere suggested that he prepare a checklist for the Council to consider regarding dangerous dog restrictions before drafting an ordinance amendment. 07/14/03 -12- Councilmember Niesen questioned the current process and the $1,000 violation fee. Mr. McCauley discussed that the Police Department can issue tickets and that there are different charges for different offenses. Persons issued a ticket can protest the ticket and have the ability to go to court. Mr. LeFevere discussed that the fees are determined by the District Court. Councilmember Niesen questioned if there is any record of how many tickets have been issued and if there is a track of the money received from these fines. Mr. McCauley discussed that the money collected goes to the County and a percentage comes back to the City. Councilmember Niesen expressed concern about the number of dogs running at large in the Twin Lake Beach area and questioned if the Police are to be monitoring dogs while in the area. Mayor Kragness reminded that all dogs must be leashed at all times and that she believes that the Police respond to complaint driven issues. Mayor Kragness questioned how many private kennel licenses the City currently holds and if any of the grand fathered licenses had been dropped. Mr. McCauley will check with staff and report back to the Council. Councilmember Carmody expressed that she would like to see the Council move in the direction of amending the animal ordinance to make the penalties more severe for dangerous dogs. Mayor Kragness suggested that the City Attorney draft a checklist for the Council to review before an ordinance is drafted. 10. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Peppe, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to adjourn the City Council meeting at 8:12 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Deputy City Clerk MaAr 07/14/03 -13-