HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004 01-12 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
JANUARY 12, 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 8:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Kay Lasman, and Diane Niesen.
Councilmember Bob Peppe was absent and excused. Also present: City Manager Michael
McCauley, Community Development Director Brad Hoffman, and Deputy City Clerk Maria
Rosenbaum.
REVIEW AND DISCUSSION OF CHI CHI'S LIQUOR VIOLATION
City Manager Michael McCauley discussed that the City Attorney explored pursuing Chi Chi's after
hour liquor sale violation in bankruptcy court and had determined that it is possible to pursue the
imposition of a penalty on the bankrupt corporation; however, it is suggested due to the costs
involved not to pursue the matter in bankruptcy court. If Chi Chi's emerged from bankruptcy and
sought a new liquor license, their violations could be used to determine whether a new license would
be issued.
DISCUSSION OF STATUS OF APPLEBEE'S LAWSUIT
Mr. McCauley discussed that he would recommend continuing the restraining order issued by
Applebee's to March 2004. Council discussed and was in consensus of continuing the restraining
order until March 2004.
UPDATE ON DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
Mr. McCauley and Community Development Director Brad Hoffman discussed the opportunity site
and the potential new development activities. Mr. Hoffman inquired if the Council would be
interested in reviewing a package from Brookdale Ford regarding a Planned Unit Development
proposal. The location of the request from Brookdale Ford is in an industrial zone and would need to
be rezoned if their proposal is considered.
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Council discussed and expressed their thoughts and concerns regarding the proposal from Brookdale
Ford and was in consensus to continue with reviewing a package proposal from Brookdale Ford.
DISCUSSION ON ADVISORY COMMISSIONS
Council discussed the Housing Commission responsibilities and the staff time involved with the
Commission. It was the consensus of the Council not to fill the two current vacancies, to continue
discussions, and in the meantime refocus on the commission's process.
DISCUSSION OF CITY COUNCIL HANDBOOK POLICIES ON PUBLIC INPUT
DURING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
Councilmember Niesen expressed concern regarding the process for public input during the regular
City Council meetings. Council discussed and was in consensus of having language prepared for the
beginning of the agenda to help with the protocol for public input during a regular meeting.
DISCUSSION OF PROCESS FOR ANNUAL CITY MANAGER EVALUATION
Council discussed and was in consensus of February 9, 2004, for the annual evaluation of the City
Manager.
MISCELLANEOUS
Mayor Kragness informed that she had been asked to Chair the North Hennepin Chamber of
Commerce and inquired if the Council would be interested in becoming members of this
organization.
Council discussed and Councilmember Niesen expressed that she is not willing to fund $750 for the
membership. Councilmember Lasman suggested that more information as to how many other cities
and who is on the current board be brought to the attention of the Council before making a decision.
Mr. McCauley suggested and questioned if the Council would like to have Dave Looby come before
the Council and make a brief presentation on the organization. It was the consensus of the Council
to invite Mr. Looby to a City Council meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adjourn the work
session at 10:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
City Clerk Mayor
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