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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 12-09 CCM Regular Session I 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 DECEMBER 9, 2002 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 Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, Bob Peppe, and Tim Ricker. Also present were City Manager Michael McCauley, Interim Assistant City Manager /Director of Public Works Sharon Klumpp, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adjourn the informal open forum at 6:55 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION A moment of silence was observed. 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 7:08 p.m. 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, Bob Peppe, and Tim Ricker. Also present were City Manager Michael McCauley, Interim Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Sharon Klumpp, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. 12/09/02 -1- 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Ricker informed the Council that it was a pleasure and honor to serve as a Councilmember for Brooklyn Center and wished to say farewell. Councilmember Lasman reported that on December 3, 2002, she attended the Northwest Regional Human Rights Coalition Meeting. Councilmember Peppe expressed thanks to Councilmember Nelson and Councilmember Ricker for their service to Brooklyn Center. Councilmember Nelson expressed that he enjoyed the last four years and that he believes serving on the Brooklyn Center City Council has been a good experience. Mayor Kragness reported she attended a Hmong Commerce meeting on December 6, 2002, and the Holly Sunday event on December 8, 2002. She informed the Council that the Hmong Shopping Center in Brooklyn Center was presented a Business of the Year Award. Mayor Kragness commended the Community Center staff and police and fire personnel on their quick response to the potential drowning victim at the Community Center pool. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA There was a motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Motion passed unanimously. 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES There was a motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the minutes of November 25, 2002, study and regular sessions. Motion passed unanimously. 7b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously. CHRISTMAS TREE SALES Malmborg's Inc. 5120 Lilac Drive North 12/09/02 -2- MECHANICAL All -Brite Sign, Inc. 13325 Commerce Boulevard, Rogers Sign Maintenance Lighting & Electrical, Inc. 1230063 d Avenue North, Maple Grove RENTAL Renewal: 4811 Lakeview Avenue North Jerry and Karen Fobbe The Lilacs Apartments Dariush Danesh 5820 Logan Avenue North Dariush Danesh Initial: 3613 47 Avenue North James Lewis 6031 Brooklyn Boulevard John Ludwig/Jason Heroux 6724 France Avenue North Ian Misenko 5836 Xerxes Avenue North James Waters Sterling Square Apartments John Roder 7c. APPROVAL OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE RELEASES A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the site performance guarantee releases of the Lutheran Church of the Master, 1200 69 Avenue North; Franz Engineering Reproductions Inc., 2781 Freeway Boulevard; and Hark's Conoco, 1505 69 Avenue North. Motion passed unanimously. 7d. RESOLUTION APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 2, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2001 -01, 02, AND 03, CONTRACT 2001 -A, GARDEN CITY NORTH STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -172 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 2, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2001 -01, 02, AND 03, CONTRACT 2001 -A, GARDEN CITY NORTH STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 7e. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF SURETY FOR ESTATES OF RIVERWOOD 12/09/02 -3- RESOLUTION NO. 2002-173 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF SURETY FOR ESTATES OF RIVERWOOD The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS 8a. CONSIDERING THE PROPOSED 2003 -2007 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2003 -2007 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM City Manager Michael McCauley discussed that each year staff develops a five -year program for capital improvements in the City and that this year's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is proposing 2003 -2007 street, utilities, and park improvements. The total cost of the CIP is $20,416,387. He noted that Shingle Creek Parkway could possibly be an area for deferral in 2004. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-174 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2003 -2007 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 8b. CONSIDERATION OF 2003 BUDGET 1. RESOLUTION APPROVING A FINAL TAX CAPACITY LEVY FOR THE GENERAL FUND, DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, AND A MARKET VALUE TAX LEVY FOR THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR 2003 12/09/02 -4- 2. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A FINAL MARKET VALUE LEVY FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE COST OF OPERATIONS, PROVIDING INFORMATIONAL SERVICES AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF MINNESOTA STATUTES CHAPTER 469.033 FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2003 3. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 GENERAL FUND BUDGET 4. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 SPECIAL REVENUE FUND BUDGETS 5. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 DEBT SERVICE FUND BUDGETS 6. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 CAPITAL PROJECT FUND BUDGETS 7. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGETS 8. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 PUBLIC UTILITY FUND BUDGETS 9. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS BUDGETS Mr. McCauley discussed that the 2003 budget process started in May and that the Council and Financial Commission have had to work with much uncertainty. The proposed general fund budget for 2003 is increased by 1.68 percent and the major influences on revenue are levy limits of .787 percent and budgeting for a full year of operations at the Community Center following partial years during reconstruction. Mr. McCauley presented a PowerPoint presentation outlining the proposed 2003 budget materials previously discussed with the Council and Financial Commission. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. 12/09/02 -5- A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -175 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING A FINAL TAX CAPACITY LEVY FOR THE GENERAL FUND, DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, AND A MARKET VALUE TAX LEVY FOR THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR 2003 I The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-176 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A FINAL MARKET VALUE LEVY FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE COST OF OPERATIONS, PROVIDING INFORMATIONAL SERVICES AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF MINNESOTA STATUTES CHAPTER 469.033 FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2003 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-177 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 GENERAL FUND BUDGET The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-178 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 SPECIAL REVENUE FUND BUDGETS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded b Councilmember P g g Y Y Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 12/09/02 -6- RESOLUTION NO. 2002-179 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 DEBT SERVICE FUND BUDGETS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-180 Councilmember Nelson introduced the followin g resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 CAPITAL PROJECT FUND BUDGETS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-181 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGETS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-182 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 PUBLIC UTILITY FUND BUDGETS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -183 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2003 INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS BUDGETS 12/09/02 -7- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 9. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 9a. ADOPT 2003 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Mr. McCauley discussed that the 2003 City Council meeting schedule continues with meetings on the second and fourth Mondays with the exception of one meeting on a Tuesday due to a holiday. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adopt the 2003 City Council meeting schedule. Motion passed unanimously. 9b. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING OFFER ON THE SALE OF $1,205,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 2003A AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR ISSUANCE Mr. McCauley informed the Council that there was a representative from Springsted present to discuss the results of the bids received for the sale of the $1,205,000 general obligation improvement bonds. Terri Heaton from Springsted addressed the Council to inform that the lowest bidder of seven bids received was UMB Bank, N.A. with an interest rate of 3.45 percent. She discussed that there was a $30,000 savings and that this sale was well received in the market. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-184 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING OFFER ON THE SALE OF $1,205,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 2003A AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR ISSUANCE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 9c. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING CAPITALIZATION AND DEPRECIATION POLICY FOR ASSETS HELD BY THE CITY Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution proposes establishing a capitalization and depreciation policy for assets held by the City for the GASB 34 system. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-185 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 12/09/02 -8- i I RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING CAPITALIZATION AND DEPRECIATION POLICY FOR ASSETS HELD BY THE CITY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 9d. RESOLUTION SETTING SALARIES AND BENEFITS FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2003 Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution sets salaries and benefits for the calendar year 2003 that had been previously adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-186 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION SETTING SALARIES AND BENEFITS FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2003 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 9e. SUMMARY REGARDING CITY MANAGER EVALUATION CONDUCTED DECEMBER 2, 2002 A motion by Councilmember Peppe, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to accept summary report of the City Manager's evaluation conducted on December 2, 2002. Motion passed unanimously. 9f. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADDENDUM TO EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT WITH CITY MANAGER Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would amend his employment contract accordingly to the approved salary and car allowance approvals. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-187 Councilmember Ricker introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADDENDUM TO EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT WITH CITY MANAGER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 12/09/02 -9- 9g. RESOLUTION CREATING THE EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER CAPITAL FUND AND PROVIDING FOR INITIAL FUNDING OF $100,000 Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would create funding that will provide an on -going funding mechanism for capital items for the Earle Brown Heritage Center and that it is possible that this funding will be reworked in the future. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-188 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CREATING THE EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER CAPITAL FUND AND PROVIDING FOR INITIAL FUNDING OF $100,000 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 9h. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS FOR THE MISSISSIPPI RIVERBANK PROTECTION PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 99-11 Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would authorize condemnation proceedings for the Mississippi Riverbank Protection Project, City Project No. 99 -11 and enable the City to follow the process outlined in the State Law to complete a "Quick- Take" of any easements that have not been successfully negotiated with affected property owners. This is a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Corps of Engineers. The U.S. Corps of Engineers will cover most expenses. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-189 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS FOR THE MISSISSIPPI RIVERBANK PROTECTION PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 99-11 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 10. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Kragness wished to express her appreciation to Councilmember Nelson and Councilmember Ricker for all their service to the City while serving on the City Council. 12/09/02 -10- There was a motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adj ourn the City Council meeting at 7:53 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. J�Iw City Clerk r 12/09/02 -11-