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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 10-28 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 OCTOBER 28, 2002 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 Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, and Bob Peppe. Councilmember Tim Ricker was absent and excused. 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. Glenn Kurke, 6021 Bryant Avenue North, addressed the Council to request assistance in getting a firearms permit. He had been denied by the Chief of Police and feels that in the line of business he runs out of his home that a firearms permit is necessary for his personal protection. Mayor Kragness asked the City Manager to discuss with Police Chief Bechthold. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adjourn the informal open forum at 6:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Father Tuan Pham, 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. 10/28/02 -1- 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, and Bob Peppe. Councilmember Tim Ricker was absent and excused. 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. 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. MOMENT OF SILENCE Mayor Kragness asked that a moment of silence be observed for the families of Paul Wellstone and others who died tragically on Friday, October 25, 2002. 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Lasman reported that she attended a Crime Prevention meeting on October 16, 2002, and a Northwest Hennepin Human Services Collaborative meeting on October 21, 2002. Mayor Kragness reported that on October 17, 2002, she attended a Minnesota Housing Innovative event; October 18, 2002, a meeting at the Cross of Glory Church regarding cultural dialogue; October 21, 2002, the Hennepin County State of the County Address; and October 23, 2002, a speaking event on policies. She informed that there will be a cultural dialogue on November 19, 2002; and that Marshall Fields had its grand reopening on October 25, 2002. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA There was a motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the agenda and consent agenda with the addition of Council Consideration Item I Of, Set Special Meeting on November 4, 2002, 5:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Motion passed unanimously. 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES There was a motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the minutes of October 7, 2002, Joint Meeting with Financial Commission, and the October 14, 2002, study and regular sessions. Motion passed unanimously. 7b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously. 10/28/02 -2- RENTAL Renewal: 6718 Colfax Avenue North Kenneth Fountain Initial: 6206 Brooklyn Blvd. Stanley J. W. Cooper 3306 Lawrence Road Todd & Kathryn Bleeker 6415 Lee Avenue North Ber X. Vang SIGNHANGER Jones Sign Co Inc. 11 Hinkle Street, Green Bay, WI 8. RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS PRESENTATION OF RECOGNITION AND CERTIFICATE CEREMONY Mayor Kragness discussed that this year the City received nine nominations of which 13 people were included and numerous volunteers at an elementary school for Random Acts of Kindness. She read each nomination while Councilmember Peppe and Councilmember Lasman helped with presenting the nominees a certificate. When finished the Council participated in a photograph with all nominees present. 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS 9a. AN ORDINANCE VACATING RIGHT OF WAY FOR STREET PURPOSES, HUMBOLDT AVENUE FROM 59 AVENUE NORTH TO 60 AVENUE NORTH City Manager Michael McCauley discussed that there is still no agreement for an exchange of land with School District No. 286 and suggested that the Council continue the public hearing to the November 12, 2002, meeting. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to continue the Public Hearing to November 12, 2002. Motion passed unanimously. 9b. AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF A STORM SEWER EASEMENT WITHIN LOT 20, BLOCK 1, BOBENDRIER'S 4 TH ADDITION Mr. McCauley discussed this ordinance would vacate a portion of a storm sewer easement within Lot 20, Block 1, BOBENDRIER' S 4 TH ADDITION and that the vacation would not affect the use and maintenance of the existing storm sewer. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. 10/28/02 -3- A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 2002-13 Councilmember Peppe introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF A STORM SEWER EASEMENT WITHIN LOT 20, BLOCK 1, BOBENDRIER'S 4 TH ADDITION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 9c. PUBLIC HEARING ON AN AMENDMENT OF THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT DISTRICT NUMBER FOUR (TIF 4) - RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING (SOILS CONDITION) DISTRICT NO.4 Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would approve an amendment to the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Plan for TIF District No. 4 and unfreezes the original local tax rate, which was frozen at the time the district was approved in 1999. The need for the amendment is related to the tax reform legislation enacted by the Legislature in 2001 that resulted in lower property tax revenues, which subsequently resulted in less tax increment to pay off existing TIF projects. In the case of TIF soils condition, TIF revenues generated by the Wickes site have been reduced by more than 40 percent of the original projections. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson 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. 2002-145 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING (SOILS CONDITION) DISTRICT NO.4 10/28/02 -4- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFTS OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF THE EARLE BROWN DAYS PARADE AND THE ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK PROGRAM Mayor Kragness read the resolution expressing appreciation for the donation of $5,000 from the Brooklyn Center Lions Club to be used to support the Earle Brown Days Parade. RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -146 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFTS OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF THE EARLE BROWN DAYS PARADE AND THE ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK PROGRAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Nelson wanted it noted that the Earle Brown Days Parade would not happen without the support from the Brooklyn Center Lions Club. Mayor Kragness stated that the Brooklyn Center Lions Club also supports the Concerts in the Park and that she would like to express great thanks for all the support they receive from the Brooklyn Center Lions Club. 10b. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT FROM BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SLIMED, INC. IN SUPPORT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT Mayor Kragness read the resolution expressing appreciation for the donation of $4,000 from Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc. in remembrance of September 11, 2001. This money will be designated for the purchase a defibrillator or a thermal imaging camera. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-147 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT FROM BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SLIMED, INC. IN SUPPORT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT 10/28/02 -5- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. loc. RESOLUTION APPROVING AN APPLICATION TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE FUND Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would approve an application expressing support for submission of an Environmental Response Fund Application from the Economic Development Authority to Hennepin County for the cleanup of contaminated soils deposited in the retention pond from the results of a broken water pipe at the Joslyn site. RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -148 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING AN APPLICATION TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE FUND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 10d. RESOLUTION REQUESTING ISSUANCE OF A 2002 -2003 WINTER TRAIL ACTIVITIES PERMIT FOR THE NORTH MISSISSIPPI REGIONAL PARK FROM THE THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT AND AUTHORIZING PERMIT APPLICATION IN SUBSEQUENT YEARS Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would allow the City to apply for a Winter Trail Activities Permit to provide for winter maintenance on the North Mississippi Regional Park Trail that runs from the Minneapolis border to 57 Avenue in Brooklyn Center. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-149 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION REQUESTING ISSUANCE OF A 2002 -2003 WINTER TRAIL ACTIVITIES PERMIT FOR THE NORTH MISSISSIPPI REGIONAL PARK FROM THE THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT AND AUTHORIZING PERMIT APPLICATION IN SUBSEQUENT YEARS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 10/28/02 -6- 10e. RESOLUTION CHANGING AUDIT FIRM FOR AUDIT SERVICES FOR 2002 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Mr. McCauley explained that the current auditor Deloitte and Touche was not able to hold at the price submitted in their proposal for audit services in 2002 -2003. The City Council discussed this issue at its joint worksession with the Financial Commission and was in consensus with contacting HLB Tautges and Redpath to inquire if their proposal would hold the same as presented in 2001. This resolution would authorize and direct the City Manager to execute a letter of engagement with HLB Tautges and Redpath for 2002 audit services. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-150 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CHANGING AUDIT FIRM FOR AUDIT SERVICES FOR 2002 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 10L SET SPECIAL MEETING ON NOVEMBER 4, 2002, 5:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS Mr. McCauley advised the Council that a document would be available for the Council's consideration and requested that the Council set a special meeting to consider an agreement regarding the Grandview Park land exchange with School District No. 286. A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to set a special meeting on November 4, 2002, 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Motion passed unanimously. 11. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adjourn the City Council meeting at 7:43 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. City Clerk Mayord 10/28/02 -7-