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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 11-25 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 NOVEMBER 25, 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, 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. Phillip Nurmi, 5321 Girard Avenue North, addressed the Council to discuss his dog at large and the concerns he had with his neighbor and City employees. Betty Wehmhoff, 3813 58 Avenue North, addressed the Council to request that something be done with the illegal fence east of her property. She stated that she has difficulty backing out of her driveway and that there is a safety issue with this illegal fence. Mr. McCauley will follow up on this concern. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adjourn the informal open forum at 6:59 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION - Pastor Judith Hazen, Cross of Glory Lutheran 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 7:03 p.m. 11/25/02 -1- 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, Bob Peppe, and Tim Ricker. Also present were City Manager Michael McCauley, Interim Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Sharon Klumpp, Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 6. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Nelson reported that he attended the watershed hearings on November 14, 2002, and on November 21, 2002, the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Committee meeting and the Brooklyn Center Special Events Committee meeting. Councilmember Lasman reported that she attended the Cross Cultural Dialogue event on November 19, 2002, a Crime Prevention meeting on November 20, 2002, and on November 21, 2002, she attended the Brooklyn Center Special Events Committee meeting and a Peacemakers Juvenile Justice Grant meeting. Mayor Kragness reported that she attended an excellent play at the Robbinsdale /Cooper High School; attended the watershed hearings on November 14, 2002; a Homes for All Convention on November 15, 2002, and on November 20, 2002, she attended the Association of Rental Managers meeting and a Juvenile Justice Grant meeting. Councilmember Nelson reminds that Community Ahead would be sponsoring the Fifth Annual We Care About Kids day on February 1, 2003, at the Northwest YMCA from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Motion passed unanimously. 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmembe r Nelson to app rove the minutes of November 6, 2002, special session, November 18, 2002, special session and work session with Financial Commission, and November 12, 2002, study and regular sessions. Motion passed unanimously. 11/25/02 -2- 7b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously. CHRISTMAS TREE SALES PQT Company/Rum River Tree Farm 5040 Brooklyn Boulevard 3245 Bass Lake Road MECHANICAL Allan Mechanical, Inc. 7875 Fuller Road, Eden Prairie DJ's Heating & Air Cond. Inc 6060 LaBeaux Avenue NE, Albertville Master Gas Fitters 2240 Shawnee Drive, North St. Paul RENTAL Initial: 5801 Ewing Avenue North Yesinde Idowu 7037 Logan Avenue North Lillian Rice SIGNHANGER All -Brite Sign Inc. 13325 Commerce Blvd., Rogers Sign Maintenance Lighting & Electrical, Inc. 1230063 d Avenue North, Maple Grove 7c. SET SPECIAL MEETING ON DECEMBER 2,2002,6:00 P.M. FOR CITY MANAGER'S EVALUATION A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to set a special meeting on December 2, 2002, at 6:00 p.m. for the City Manager's evaluation. Motion passed unanimously. 7d. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR WELLHEAD PROTECTION PLAN RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -159 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR WELLHEAD PROTECTION PLAN The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 11/25/02 -3- 7e. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EARLY ORDER PURCHASE OF FOUR 2003 FORD CROWN VICTORIA SQUAD CARS APPROVED IN THE 2003 CAPITAL OUTLAY BUDGET RESOLUTION NO. 2002-160 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EARLY ORDER PURCHASE OF FOUR 2003 FORD CROWN VICTORIA SQUAD CARS APPROVED IN THE 2003 CAPITAL OUTLAY BUDGET The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 7E RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 4, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2002 -05, 06, AND 07, GARDEN CITY SOUTH STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -161 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 4, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2002- 05, 06, AND 07, GARDEN CITY SOUTH STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 8. PUBLIC HEARING 8a. CONSIDERATION OF RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR A CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE FROM COMMUNITY MONEY CENTERS, INC. DBA MONEY CENTERS, 6219 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE TO COMMUNITY MONEY CENTERS, INC. DBA MONEY CENTERS, 6219 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD, BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA City Manager Michael McCauley discussed that State Statute requires the Minnesota Department of Commerce to submit any application for licensure as a currency exchange to the governing body of the municipality in which the currency exchange proposed to conduct business and that the Statute requires the governing municipality to render a decision regarding issuance or denial of the license within 60 days. 11/25/02 -4- Mr. McCauley informed the Council that the Police Department has indicated no problems with this business and that it is suggested to conduct the public hearing and approve the resolution. A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-162 Councilmember Ricker introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE TO COMMUNITY MONEY CENTERS, INC. DBA MONEY CENTERS, 6219 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD, BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEM 9a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2002-017 SUBMITTED BY KAYKHAM KHAI PHOMMAHAXAY. REQUEST FOR SITE AND BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT A 1,466 SQ. FT. ADDITION TO THE OLD HARDEES RESTAURANT, 1601 FREEWAY BOULEVARD. THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF THIS APPLICATION AT ITS NOVEMBER 14, 2002, MEETING. Mr. McCauley discussed that the Planning Commission recommended approval of Planning Commission Application No. 2002 -017 submitted by Kaykham Khai Phommahaxay to construct a 1,466 square foot addition to the old Hardees Restaurant, 1601 Freeway Boulevard subject to the following recommendations: 1. The building plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of building permits. 2. Any modifications to grading, drainage or utility plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of permits. 11/25/02 -5- 3. A site performance agreement and supporting financial guarantee in an amount to be determined based on cost estimates shall be submitted prior to the issuance of building permits to assure completion of all site related improvements. 4. Any outside trash disposal facilities and roof top or on ground mechanical equipment shall be appropriately screened from view. 5. The building addition 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. The existing underground irrigation system shall be operational prior to the release of the financial guarantee. 7. Plan approval is exclusive of all signery which is subject to Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances. 8. B612 curb and gutter shall be provided around the proposed new building expansion. 9. The applicant shall provide appropriate erosion and sediment control devices on the site during construction as approved by the City Engineering Department. 10. The plans shall be modified prior to the issuance of building permits to include: a. A note indicating that B612 curb and gutter shall be provided. b. The continuation of the mansard treatment completely around the new building addition to be consistent with that being provided around the balance of the building. Dwight Chestnut, contractor representing the applicant, addressed the Council to review the proposed addition and plans for the site. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Ricker to approve Planning Commission Application Nos. 2002 -017 subject to the above conditions. Motion passed unanimously. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. APPOINTMENT OF MINNEAPOLIS METRO NORTH CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU BOARD A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve re- appointment of Mayor Kragness to the Minneapolis Metro North Convention and Visitors Bureau Board. Motion passed unanimously. 11/25/02 -6- I 10b. RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING FLIK INTERNATIONAL'S REGIONAL ACCOUNT OF THE YEAR AWARD Mr. McCauley discussed that Flik International had received a Regional Account of the Year Award for its outstanding performance, overall performance, employee retention, and financial performance. This resolution would recognize the work of Flik International staff and the Earle Brown Heritage Center (EBHC) staff for their work in promoting the EBHC. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-163 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING FLIK INTERNATIONAL'S REGIONAL ACCOUNT OF THE YEAR AWARD The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. loc. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND AND THE CAPITAL PROJECT FUND Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would authorize a transfer from the General Fund Contingency of $75,000 to the Capital Improvement Fund and $75,000 to the Special Assessment Construction Fund. This transfer will support the Council's goal of providing capital for neighborhood street projects through the Special Assessment Construction Fund and other capital improvements throughout the community from the Capital Improvement Fund. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-164 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND AND THE CAPITAL PROJECT FUND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 10d. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR INSURANCE AGENT SERVICES I 11/25/02 -7- I Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would authorize and direct the City Manager to negotiate an agreement for insurance agent services to T.C. Field in an amount not to exceed $12,500. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-165 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR INSURANCE AGENT SERVICES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 10e. 2003 PUBLIC UTILITY AND SERVICE CHARGE RATE STUDY - RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2003 WATER UTILITY RATES, FEES, AND CHARGES - RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2003 SEWER UTILITY RATES, FEES, AND CHARGES - RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2003 STORM SEWER UTILITY RATES, FEES, AND CHARGES - RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2003 STREET LIGHT RATES AND CHARGES - RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2003 RECYCLING RATES Mr. McCauley discussed that the following resolutions propose a three percent increase to the water utility, three percent increase to the sewer utility, three percent increase to the storm sewer utility, and a one percent increase to the street light utility. At this time there is no increase to the recycling rates for 2003. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-166 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2003 WATER UTILITY RATES, FEES, AND CHARGES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Ricker. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-167 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2003 SEWER UTILITY RATES, FEES, AND CHARGES 11/25/02 -8- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Ricker. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-168 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2003 STORM SEWER UTILITY RATES, FEES, AND CHARGES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Ricker. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -169 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following esolution and moved its adoption: g p RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2003 STREET LIGHT RATES AND CHARGES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Ricker. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-170 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2003 RECYCLING RATES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Ricker. Motion passed unanimously. 10L RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2003 STREET AND STORM DRAINAGE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT RATES Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would establish an increase of 4.1 percent for 2003 street and storm drainage special assessment rates to maintain the current relationship between the assessed costs paid by property owners and the citywide cost. The 2003 rate for street construction will be increased $2,500 per single - family residential parcel and the storm drainage improvements will be increased $820 for a total of $3,320 per parcel. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-171 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 11/25/02 -9- RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2003 STREET AND STORM DRAINAGE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT RATES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 11. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adjourn the City Council meeting at 7:26 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. City Clerk Mayo 11/25/02 -10-