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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 05-28 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 MAY 28, 2002 WEST FIRE STATION — TRAINING ROOM 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 Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, Bob Peppe, and Tim Ricker. Also present were City Manager Michael McCauley, Assistant City Manager Jane Chambers, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. Rex Newman, 3107 61 Avenue North, addressed the Council to request that agenda item 10b, Proclamation Declaring May 31, 2002, as World No Tobacco Day, not be adopted since tobacco products are legal. Mr. Newman believes that this is not a City matter and that the Council should not adopt this proclamation. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adjourn the Informal Open Forum at 6:59 p.m. 2. INVOCATION Jon Heyer, Faith Formation, 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 7:01 p.m. 05/28/02 -1- 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, Bob Peppe, and Tim Ricker. Also present were City Manager Michael McCauley, Assistant City Manager Jane Chambers, Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, Police Chief Scott Bechthold, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Lasman reported that she attended the following: • April 25, 2002 - Northwest Hennepin Services Collaboration (Coffee for Kids) • May 4, 2002 - Brooklyn Historical Meeting • May 9, 2002 - Blueprint Meeting for Smart Growth and Reading and Writing at Garden City Elementary • May 14, 2002 - Town Meeting with Representative Hilstrom and Senator Scheid • May 15, 2002 - Crime Prevention Meeting • May 17, 2002 - Crime Prevention Fundraising Golf Tournament • May 18, 2002 - Brooklyn Center Police Department Open House She mentioned that Cable 12 would be covering the closure of Orchard Lane and Willow Lane Elementary Schools on Channel 12. Councilmember Peppe reported that he attended the Outstanding Achievement Awards Ceremony at the Brooklyn Center Junior High School. Councilmember Ricker reported that he attended the Housing Commission meeting on May 21, 2002. Councilmember Nelson reported that he attended the Earle Brown Days Committee meeting on May 14, 2002, and that they continue discussing the Earle Brown Days events scheduled for June 27 through June 30, 2002. Councilmember Nelson reported that he attended the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission meeting and they had a concern with broadband cable modem service and no fees being collected for Internet access. Mayor Kragness discussed recent attendance at D.A.R.E. Graduations and commended all that are involved with the program. She informed the Council that she attended a program to honor Veterans on Memorial Day at the American Legion and encouraged the Council and audience to consider attending this program next year. 05/28/02 -2- 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 the May 6, 2002, Board of Appeal and Equalization, and the May 13, 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. MECHANICAL Alliant Mechanical Inc. 3650 Kennebec Drive, Eagan Anderson Heating & A/C 4347 Central Avenue Northeast, Columbia Heights Minnesota Heating & Air 10701 93rd Avenue North, Maple Grove RENTAL Renewal: 1200 67th Avenue North Tom Morrow 824 69th Avenue North Joseph Roche 5333 Brooklyn Blvd. Amy Lewis 7018 Brooklyn Blvd. Nelia Schaff 5235 Drew Avenue North Jay Nelson Battenberg 4214 Lakeside Avenue North James Shoultz 5242 Lakeside Place Brett & Terry Parker Initial: 5707 Girard Avenue North Nita Morlock 7215 Girard Avenue North Rebecca Thomley SIGNHANGER Fish & LaBeau Signs, Inc. 3320 Winpark Drive, Crystal Schad Tracy Signs 325 Minnesota Avenue North, Oronoco 8. APPEARANCE 8a. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOHN CONNELLY, MINNEAPOLIS METRO NORTH CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU 05/28/02 -3- Executive Director John Connelly addressed the Council to provide an update on the Minneapolis Metro North Convention and Visitors Bureau's achievements and goals. He discussed that they had achieved what had been sent out last year with the marketing plan and met the goals for 2001. They are above expectations for 2002 and the market place is looking positive for the future even after the September 11, 2001, events. Lodging taxes are six or seven percent less than last year since business travel is down, as in most surrounding cities. Mr. Connelly informed the Council that the following are happening in the City of Brooklyn Center: • After Hours Reception at the Earle Brown Heritage Center • Group Tour Planning • Strategic Marketing with Brookdale • Annual Showcase Event • Community Festival of Earle Brown Days Mr. Connelly met with the new owner of the Holiday Inn and reported that the Holiday Inn will be operating as a Best Western as early as next week and that he is looking forward to working with the new owner. Mr. Connelly discussed the strategic plan was reaffirmed and summarized his presentation by recapping that the goals and fiscal guidelines are being met along with the programs being executed. Councilmember Nelson questioned the breakdown of taxes. Mr. Connelly informed the Council that there had not been a breakdown of taxes; however, he was certain of the direct return of $49,000 allocated strictly to the Earle Brown Heritage Center. Councilmember Ricker questioned when the goals were set and the recent impacts that the cities are facing. Mr. Connelly informed the Council that the goals had been set on September 12, 2001, and that the marketing plan is used to estimate the percentages for each year. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEM 9a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2002-005 SUBMITTED BY CSM LAKESIDE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP. REQUEST FOR SITE AND BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL FOR A 10,384 SQ. FT., ONE STORY OFFICE BUILDING AT 3280 NORTHWAY DRIVE Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren briefly outlined Planning Commission Application No. 2002 -005 submitted by CSM Lakeside Limited Partnership requesting for site and building plan approval for a 10,384 square foot one story office building at 3280 Northway Drive. The Planning Commission recommended approval of this application at its May 16, 2002, meeting subject to the following conditions: 05/28/02 -4- 1. The building plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of permits. 2. Grading, drainage and utility plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of permits. 3. A site performance agreement and financial guarantee in an amount to be determined based on cost estimates shall be submitted prior to the issuance of building permits for this project. 4. Any outside trash disposal facilities and rooftop or on ground mechanical equipment shall be appropriately screened from view. 5. The building is to be equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system to meet NFPA standards and shall be connected to a central monitoring device in accordance with Chapter 5 of the City Ordinances. 6. Underground irrigation system shall be installed in all landscaped areas to facilitate site maintenance. 7. Plan approval is exclusive of all signery which is subject to Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances. na ces. 8. B -612 curb and gutter shall be provided around all parking and driving areas. 9. The applicant shall provide an as built survey of the property, improvements and utility service lines prior to the release of the performance guarantee. 10. The applicant shall provide appropriate erosion and sediment control devices on the site during construction as approved by the City Engineering Department. A motion b Councilmember Lasman, seconded b Councilmember Pe e to approve Planning Y Y pp pp g Commission Application No. 2002 -005 subject to the above listed conditions recommended by the Planning Commission. Motion passed unanimously. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE EXPLORER POST 888 Mayor Kragness read the resolution congratulating the Brooklyn Center Police Explorer Post 888 and had those in attendance stand for applause. 05/28/02 -5- RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -71 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE EXPLORER POST 888 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 10b. PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 31, 2002, AS WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY Councilmember Nelson stated that he had a concern about this proclamation and requested that the Council not declare May 31, 2002, as World No Tobacco Day. Mayor Kragness discussed that she is a volunteer of the American Heart Association and feels that this proclamation is worth declaring. Councilmember Lasman stated that she believes the language "since 1988, the World Health Organization has observed World No Tobacco Day annually on May 31 as the only global event dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and promoting a tobacco -free environment ", would be an adequate reason to adopt this proclamation. Councilmember Ricker indicated that he would support the proclamation and suggested an action plan in the future for proclamations. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Ricker to adopt Proclamation Declaring May 31, 2002, as World No Tobacco Day. Motion passed unanimously. loc. REPORT ON LIQUOR COMPLIANCE CHECKS Mr. McCauley reported that during the recent liquor compliance checks there were five failures reported and one of the five establishments that had failed was Centerbrook Golf Course. Mr. McCauley informed the Council that the sale of alcoholic beverages had been suspended for eight days and that a poster had been placed at Centerbrook Golf Course indicating that no sales for alcoholic beverages were available during the period of May 22 through 29, 2002. It was indicated on the poster that this time would be used to provide refresher training for all staff regarding alcohol sales. All employees were required to receive alcohol sales refresher training provided by the Police Department. No decision had been made with respect to disciplinary actions and the employee who made the sale was criminally charged. Y g 05/28/02 -6- Police Chief Scott Bechthold discussed the process used for compliance checks which takes place twice a year and that this time around they used a 20 year old male for the decoy. He informed the Council that the criteria in the past had been to use common sense and that when in doubt, card the individual. Mr. Bechthold discussed that he will be working with all liquor establishments in the City and requiring them to attend training that the State offers. 10d. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN ACCESS EASEMENT WITH WESTBROOK DEVELOPMENT Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would authorize the execution of an access easement with Westbrook Development to allow access to the retail center from 69 Avenue. The proposed access maximizes the distance from the intersection of Brooklyn Boulevard and aligns with a driveway access on the side of 69 Avenue. I RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -72 Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN ACCESS EASEMENT WITH WESTBROOK DEVELOPMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 10e. CULTURAL DIVERSITY DISCUSSION Mr. McCauley outlined a proposal that related to City Council Goal 1 of the 2002 City Council Goals. The proposal would be to establish a section in the City's website with information regarding the many resources available about the diverse ethnic groups that comprise the City. Links could be established to specific websites that offer such resources. Mr. McCauley demonstrated links to Mankato State University and the Chicano - Latino Affairs Council. The proposal would also involve highlighting information regarding Brooklyn Center, both historical and current that would reflect its cultural diversity and the contributions of various groups and individuals. Another concept would result in including information on the website and in the City Watch on events open to the public that celebrate various ethnic and cultural traditions and events. More specific information on proposed means of implementation will come back for Council review. 05/28/02 -7- 11. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adj ourn the City Council meeting at 8:02 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Atv City Clerk Mayor 05/28/02 -8-