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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004 03-08 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 MARCH 8, 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, Diane Niesen, and Bob Peppe. Councilmember Kay Lasman was absent and excused. 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. Rex Newman, 3107 61 Avenue North, addressed the Council to inform that he would like to comment on Council Consideration Item l Oa, Resolution to Oppose Tax and Expenditure Limitation Proposals (TaBOR and Similar Proposals). Mayor Kragness stated that he would have an opportunity to comment on the item during the regular meeting. 2. INVOCATION Mary Kay Pearce, St. Alphonsus Faith Formation Commission, 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, Diane Niesen, and Bob Peppe. Councilmember Kay Lasman was absent and excused. 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. 03/08/04 -1- 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Carmody reported that she attended the League of Minnesota Cities State of the Cities Conference. Councilmember Niesen discussed a report that she had received regarding select criminal conduct and provided the Website for Hennepin County if persons wanted more information. Mayor Kragness discussed the Marshall Field's Community Giving Program and informed that if persons wanted more information on the program to contact Marshall Field's. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA There was a motion by Councilmember Niesen, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the agenda and consent agenda with the amendment of removing Consent Item 7h, Resolution Requesting Variance from Standards for State Aid Operations, Halifax Avenue North and Eckberg Drive (S.A.P. 109 - 105 -03) to Council Consideration Item 10h. Motion passed unanimously. 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Councilmember Niesen, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the February 23, 2004, study, regular, and work session minutes. Mayor Kragness abstained. Motion passed. 7b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Niesen, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously. MECHANICAL Lux Company 5217 84th Avenue North, Brooklyn Park RENTAL Initial: 2012 55 Avenue North Jason Cramer 2907 60 Avenue North Laurel Igbanngo 4306 66 Avenue North Alexander Lakanu 5834 Aldrich Avenue North Paul Scully 3618 Commodore Drive Tou Thao 5137 & 5139 France Avenue North Chris Plourde 5528 Humboldt Avenue North Michael Justin 03/08/04 -2- i 5701 James Avenue North Victor Shkaberin 6330 Kyle Avenue North Daniel Lu 4207 Lakeside Avenue North #226 Beach Condo's Association I 6926 West River Road Mark Pivec Renewal: 2307 & 2309 54 Avenue North Robert Messersmith 3819 France Place Robert Lindahl 6753 Humboldt Avenue North Suburban Properties 5338 Queen Avenue North Robert Messersmith 5301 -05 Russell Avenue North Korey Bannerman 3206 Thurber Road Mainsl Properties 7c. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2004-09,2004 STREET SEAL COATING G 1 4 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-33 Councilmember Niesen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: I RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2004-09,2004 STREET SEAL COATING The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 7d. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING ENGINEER'S FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2004 -06, CONTRACT 2004 -C, 73RD AVENUE NORTH STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS RESOLUTION NO. 2004-34 Councilmember Niesen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING ENGINEER'S FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2004 -06, CONTRACT 2004 -C, 73RD AVENUE NORTH STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 03/08/04 -3- i 7e. RESOLUTION DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2004 -06, CONTRACT 2004 -C, 73RD AVENUE NORTH STREET AND STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS RESOLUTION NO. 2004-35 Councilmember Niesen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2004 -06, CONTRACT 2004 -C, 73RD AVENUE NORTH STREET AND STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 7f. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FOR TREE REMOVAL AT 6712 WEST RIVER ROAD, MISSISSIPPI RIVERBANK PROTECTION PROJECT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -11 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-36 Councilmember Niesen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FOR TREE REMOVAL AT 6712 WEST RIVER ROAD, MISSISSIPPI RIVERBANK PROTECTION PROJECT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -11 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 7g. RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2003 -01, 02, 03 AND 04, CONTRACT 2003 -A, HAPPY HOLLOW STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -37 Councilmember Niesen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2003 - 01, 02, 03 AND 04, CONTRACT 2003 -A, HAPPY HOLLOW STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS 03/08/04 -4- I The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 7h. RESOLUTION REQUESTING VARIANCE FROM STANDARDS FOR STATE AID OPERATIONS, HALIFAX AVENUE NORTH AND ECKBERG DRIVE (S.A.P. 109 - 105 -03) This item was removed and placed on Council Consideration as item l Oh. 8. APPEARANCES 8a. RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING ASHLEE KEPHART AS A DISTINGUISHED FINALIST IN THE PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS 4 Mayor Kragness read and presented a resolution recognizing Ashlee Kephart as a distinguished i finalist in the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. I RESOLUTION NO. 2004-38 I j Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING ASHLEE KEPHART AS A DISTINGUISHED FINALIST IN THE PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 8b. PROCLAMATION DECLARING MARCH 2004 TO BE MINNESOTA FOODSHARE MONTH Mayor Kragness read and presented a Proclamation Declaring March 2004 to be Minnesota FoodShare Month to Steve Kline, Executive Director of Community Emergency Assistance Program (CEAP). A motion by Councilmember Niesen, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adopt Proclamation Declaring March 2004 to be Minnesota FoodShare Month. Motion passed unanimously. 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS 9a. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2004-01,02,03, AND 04, NORTHPORT AREA NEIGHBORHOOD STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS 03/08/04 -5- 1. RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING DEVELOPMENT OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2004 -01, 02 03, AND 04, CONTRACT 2004 -A, NORTHPORT AREA STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS 2. RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2004 -01 AND 2004 -02, CONTRACT 2004 -A, NORTHPORT AREA NEIGHBORHOOD STREET AND STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom provided a PowerPoint overview of the project including the project determination factors, proposed improvements, budget, funding, special assessment payment options, preliminary project schedule, and sources of project information. Councilmember Niesen expressed concern about the timing of this project and the Highway 100 project and inquired if the City is coordinating with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT). Mr. Blomstrom discussed that the contractor will be coordinating with Mn/DOT to ensure that residents will be able to get in and out of their properties. He identified that there will be difficult times for property owners; however, the goal is to have the property owners able to get to and from their properties throughout the project. Councilmember Niesen questioned if 50' Avenue would continue to be a route residents will be able to use during construction. Mr. Blomstrom responded that 50 Avenue would remain open until France Avenue is open. A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Jan Nyberg, 3824 Eckberg Drive, addressed the Council to question the current width for her street curb and gutters /driveway apron and to express her concern with the trees. Mr. Blomstrom responded that the widths are currently approximately 28 feet on her street. Steve Kurvers, 5221 Drew Avenue North, addressed the Council to question access for emergency vehicles during construction. Mr. Blomstrom responded that one of the requirements of the contractor is to have access for emergency vehicles at all times during construction. Susan Niemi, 3 824 France Place, addressed the Council to express that she believes this project was poorly planned and questioned why staff did not wait until the Highway 100 construction project was completed. She expressed concern about the trees being removed and the garbage hauling services during construction. City Manager Michael McCauley discussed that the project was not in the plan until water quality issues were raised and those water quality issues were driving the timing of the project. 03/08/04 -6- Mr. Blomstrom added that even though there is a mixture of good and bad water main pipes it is difficult to determine where the water main pipes are bad which creates replacement of all water main pipes in the area. Councilmember Carmody asked for clarification on the garbage and mail service during construction. Mr. Blomstrom informed that those services would be coordinated during the construction. A resident in the 5700 Block of Drew Avenue North addressed the Council to question where they would be able to park their vehicles when they are not able to drive to their properties and how many days property owners will not be able to get to their properties. Mr. Blomstrom discussed that there will be a few days during the construction that property owners will not be able to get to their properties by vehicle and that they will have to park on a nearby street. The contractor will not be working on all streets at the same time and will coordinate to make sure that residents have a place to park their vehicles. Jim Mitchell, 3800 France Place, addressed the Council to express he believes that their water quality is fine and to question the access for residents during construction. Mr. Blomstrom discussed that this situation is unusual since only 50 percent of the residents in the area have water quality issues and that there will be some inconveniences for residents during the project; however, they will try and coordinate with Mn/DOT at all times during construction. Angela Mitchell, 3 800 France Place, addressed the Council to question the construction process as to why the streets are torn up, left a while, and then torn up again; and to express concern about her cobblestone driveway. Mr. Blomstrom discussed that the contractor stages the work and there is a rationale. For example water main is replaced and then followed later by sewer trenching. The trenches are in different locations. This results in going through the area for water and coming back for sewer. All of the utility work cannot be done at once and still maintain service to owners. Suzanne Herther, 3820 France Place, addressed the Council to express concern about the speed in her area with the wider road, question the assessment payoff process, and ask if the same types of trees could be replaced when trees are lost. Mr. Blomstrom discussed the issue of speed and that they could consider a type of Evergreen tree to the list for replacement trees. City Attorney Charlie LeFevere discussed that the payoff for assessments could be prepaid at anytime up until December, 2004. Payments received from October 1, 2004 to November 29, 2004, would be with interest calculated at 5.5 percent. Ms. Herther questioned if there would be any compensation for watering. Mayor Kragness discussed that a water truck will water the boulevards once the project is complete for a short period of time and after that the property owners are responsible for watering. Mr. Mitchell questioned if the residents could be notified in advance of things going on during construction. Mayor Kragness asked that Mr. Blomstrom ask the contractor to work with the residents on upcoming events during construction. 03/08/04 -7- Bill Swanson, 5737 June Avenue North, addressed the Council to ask how far the contractor would be into the existing driveways and to express concern about all property owners being assessed the same when some properties are larger than others. Mr. Blomstrom responded that the contractor would be going approximately ten feet. Mr. McCauley discussed that most of the lots on an average are the same within the City. Mr. LeFevere added that a vast majority of cities charge on a unit basis and that commercial usage is on a front footage basis. John Garton, 3919 58 Avenue North, addressed the Council to ask what will be done with those facing Bass Lake Road. Mr. Blomstrom responded that the work would not occur on Bass Lake Road itself. A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Mr. McCauley suggested that a revised tree replacement list be prepared for the March 22, 2004, meeting. Councilmember Carmody asked that the Mitchell's talk with Mr. Blomstrom regarding their cobblestone driveway. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-39 Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING DEVELOPMENT OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2004-01,02,03, AND 04, CONTRACT 2004 -A, NORTHPORT AREA STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-40 Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2004 -01 AND 2004 -02, CONTRACT 2004 -A, NORTHPORT AREA NEIGHBORHOOD STREET AND STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 03/08/04 -8- 9b. PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DISEASED TREE REMOVAL COSTS, DELINQUENT WEED REMOVAL COSTS, AND DELINQUENT PUBLIC UTILITY SERVICE ACCOUNTS 1. RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DISEASED TREE REMOVAL COSTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS 2. RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DELINQUENT WEED REMOVAL COSTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS 3. RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DELINQUENT PUBLIC UTILITY SERVICE ACCOUNTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS Mr. McCauley discussed that these resolutions would certify special assessments for unpaid balances for diseased tree removal costs, delinquent weed removal costs, and delinquent public utility service accounts. A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Kurvers addressed the Council to question the payoff process for delinquent public utility service accounts and express concern about not being able to pay them off in time due to his medical problems. Mr. McCauley discussed that the interest would start as of May 1, 2004, if not paid in full. A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-41 Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DISEASED TREE REMOVAL COSTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-42 Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DELINQUENT WEED REMOVAL COSTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS 03/08/04 -9- The motion 0 on for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember . Peppe. Motion passed unanimous) p p Y RESOLUTION NO. 2004-43 Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DELINQUENT PUBLIC UTILITY SERVICE ACCOUNTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. RESOLUTION TO OPPOSE TAX AND EXPENDITURE LIMITATION PROPOSALS (TABOR AND SIMILAR PROPOSALS) Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would oppose limits on State and/or local taxes and expenditures whether through constitutional amendment or other means and supports the principle of representative democracy as the best route to sound public policy. He informed that if this resolution were to be adopted it would be passed on to the City's Legislative representatives. Councilmember Peppe wished to comment that he supports to oppose for many reasons since Brooklyn Center is dealing with difficult times. Rex Newman, 3107 61 Avenue North, addressed the Council to discuss this issue with the Council. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-44 Councilmember Niesen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO OPPOSE TAX AND EXPENDITURE LIMITATION PROPOSALS (TABOR AND SIMILAR PROPOSALS) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 10b. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SCHEDULE FOR RENTAL DWELLING LICENSE FEES A motion by Councilmember Peppe, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to table this item to a future Work Session to allow staff to provide additional information regarding inspection costs. Motion passed unanimously. 03/08/04 -10- loc. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 19 -403 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER REGARDING THE SALE AND USE OF FIREWORKS Mr. McCauley discussed that this ordinance amendment to Section 19 -403 would remove the restrictive language from the City's ordinance to be in compliance with new Legislation and adds language that would require a license to sell consumer fireworks. He informed that the license requirement would enable the City to regulate sales of fireworks to ensure that the applicant is insured and in compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Councilmember Niesen questioned how Subdivision 11, Revocation of License was prepared. Mr. McCauley discussed that the language reflects case law for due process; however, could be set up with a formal policy. Mr. LeFevere discussed the revocation and fundamental process. Councilmember Niesen expressed that she would like to have more specification or standard hearing process. A motion by Councilmember Niesen, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve first reading and set second reading and public hearing on April 12, 2004. Motion passed unanimously. 10d. AMEND 2004 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Mr. McCauley discussed that the Brooklyn Center School Board had invited the City Council to tour the new Earle Brown Elementary School on April 12, 2004, at 6:00 p.m. The scheduled Study Session on April 12, 2004, would need to be canceled. A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to amend the 2004 City Council Meeting Schedule to cancel the Study Session at 6:00 p.m. on April 12, 2004, and replace it with the Earle Brown Elementary School tour. Motion passed unanimously. 10e. RESOLUTION APPROVING ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE FUND GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND HENNEPIN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES lof. RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND BARR ENGINEERING COMPANY REGARDING WORK TO BE PERFORMED PURSUANT TO HENNEPIN COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE FUND GRANT AGREEMENT CONTRACT NO. A031917 03/08/04 -11- Mr. McCauley discussed that this item and item l Of, Resolution Approving Agreements Between the City of Brooklyn Center and Barr Engineering Company Regarding Work to be Performed Pursuant to Hennepin County Environmental Response Fund Grant Agreement Contract No. A031917, could be approved together since they both relate to the authorizing of agreements with the City for the Hmong American Shopping Center Project. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-45 Councilmember Carmody introduced the amended 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 Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-46 Councilmember Carmody introduced the amended resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND BARR ENGINEERING COMPANY REGARDING WORK TO BE PERFORMED PURSUANT TO HENNEPIN COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE FUND GRANT AGREEMENT CONTRACT NO. A031917 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 14g. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN PHASE II DISPATCH STUDY WITH THE CITIES OF GOLDEN VALLEY, RICHFIELD, AND ST. LOUIS PARK Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would authorize the second phase for participation in the dispatch study with the cities of Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Louis Park. Councilmember Niesen questioned how much had been paid already and what the second phase will accomplish. Mr. McCauley discussed that approximately $5,000 had been paid to this study and that the second phase would be a detailed study to review and make recommendations related to implementation planning for potential dispatch consolidation. Councilmember Niesen questioned if this would be the anticipated end to the costs for this study. Mr. McCauley iscussed that he did not believe so since the need for this phase to move forward Y P may create additional costs if it would appear feasible to continue. 03/08/04 -12- I I RESOLUTION NO. 2004-47 Councilmember Carmody introduced the amended resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN PHASE II DISPATCH STUDY WITH THE I I' CITIES OF GOLDEN VALLEY, RICHFIELD, AND ST. LOUIS PARK The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Niesen. Motion passed unanimously. 10h. RESOLUTION REQUESTING VARIANCE FROM STANDARDS FOR STATE AID OPERATIONS, HALIFAX AVENUE NORTH AND ECKBERG DRIVE (S.A.P.109- 105 -03) Mr. McCauley discussed that this request would obtain a variance from the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Transportation, pursuant to Minnesota Rules for State Aid Operations 8820.3300, as they apply to the proposed reconstruction of said intersection. Council discussed the possibility of placing two stop signs in the area instead of curve. It was determined that a safe curve would in the best interest of the residents. RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -48 Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION REQUESTING VARIANCE FROM STANDARDS FOR STATE AID OPERATIONS, HALIFAX AVENUE NORTH AND ECKBERG DRIVE (S.A.P. 109 - 105 -03) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 11. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adjourn the City Council meeting at 9:31 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. t �s"*Uz�m 1 City Clerk Mayor 0 03/08/04 -13-