HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001 01-08 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
JANUARY 8, 2001
CITY HALL
1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to open the informal
open forum at 6:42 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, and Bob Peppe. Also present:
City Manager Michael J. McCauley, Assistant City Manager Jane Chambers, Community
Development Director Brad Hoffman, Public Works Director Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie
LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum.
Steve Wacha, 5724 Girard Avenue North, Tim Burns, 4245 France Avenue North, and Darrel
Fehrman, 7936 Brunswick Court, addressed the Council to discuss the American Legion Post No.
630 relocation and to request help from the Economic Development Authority with relocating and
financing.
ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM
A motion by Councilmember Peppe, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adj ourn informal open
forum at 6:59 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
2. INVOCATION
Mayor Kragness offered the invocation.
ADMINISTER CEREMONIAL OATH OF OFFICE
City Clerk Sharon Knutson administered a ceremonial Oath of Office to Councilmember Lasman
and Councilmember Peppe.
3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
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The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Myrna
Kragness at 7:04 p.m.
4. ROLL CALL
Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, and Bob Peppe. Also present:
City Manager Michael J. McCauley, Assistant City Manager Jane Chambers, Planning and Zoning
Specialist Ron Warren, Public Works Director Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and
Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum.
5. COUNCIL REPORT
Councilmember Peppe reported on the discussions held at Legislature /City Officials meeting that he
and Mayor Kragness attended on January 6, 2001.
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Nelson requested that the agenda be amended to include the following language for
item 9n, Resolution Approving the Contract for Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local 82
and the City of Brooklyn Center for the Calendar Year 2001. Councilmember Peppe requested that
item 9o, Staff Report Re: New Cable Franchises include a Resolution Amending the Right -of -Way
Fee Schedule.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the agenda
and consent agenda as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the minutes
from the December 4, 2000, Truth in Taxation Budget Hearing, December 11, 2000, Continuation
Truth in Taxation Budget Hearing, December 11, 2000, study and regular sessions, and December
21, 2000, special session. Motion passed unanimously.
6b. LICENSES
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the following
list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously.
BOWLING ALLEY
Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle
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COURTESY BENCH
U.S. Bench Corporation 3300 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis
GASOLINE SERVICE STATION
B.C. Municipal Garage 6844 Shingle Creek Parkway
B.C. Service Center, Inc. 6849 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brookdale Citgo 5710 Xerxes Avenue North
Christy's Auto Service 5300 Dupont Avenue North
Hark's Company, Inc. 1505 69 Avenue North
Holiday Stationstore 420 66 Avenue North
Humboldt Unocal 76 6840 Humboldt Avenue North
Iten Chevrolet Company 6701 Brooklyn Boulevard
Metropolitan Transit 6845 Shingle Creek Parkway
Speedway SuperAmerica 1901 57 Avenue North
Speedway SuperAmerica 6545 West River Road
Terry Presler Amoco 6044 Brooklyn Boulevard
PUBLIC DANCE
Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle
Hilton Hotel 2200 Freeway Boulevard
RENTAL
Renewal:
1510 69 Ave N George Hanson
131272 nd Ave N Curtis Cady
6915 Brooklyn Blvd Curtis Cady
5630 Bryant Ave N John Bunch
5818 Humboldt Ave N Richard Olson
1543 Humboldt Place Kwi -Ha Wong
1537 Humboldt Place Kwi -Ha Wong
5909 June Ave N Janine Atchison
River Glen Apartments Gary & Rita Brummer
5300 -04 Vincent Ave N Patricia Beier
Willow Lane Apartments Miller Management Company
Initial:
6721 5 th Street N Mathew Bolen
Evergreen Park Manor Korey Bannerman
5806 Emerson Ave N Robert Lindahl
4110 Lakebreeze Ave Dudley and Joy Peno
TAXICAB
Ahmed Farah 12 East Franklin Ave. S., Minneapolis
Harley Fong 1932 Timberwolf Trail, Eagan
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TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT
American Legion Post 630 4307 70 Avenue North
B.C. Municipal #1 5625 Xerxes Avenue North
B.C. Municipal #2 1966 57` Avenue North
Brookdale Citgo 5710 Xerxes Avenue North
Brooklyn Center Conoco 1505 69` Avenue North
Cub Foods 3245 County Road 10
Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle
Hilton Hotel 2200 Freeway Boulevard
Holi Deli Commissary #610 1700 Freeway Boulevard
Holiday Stationstore 420 66"' Avenue North
Humboldt Texaco 6840 Humboldt Avenue North
Perfect Car Wash #504 6849 Brooklyn Boulevard
SuperAmerica #4058 1901 57` Avenue North
SuperAmerica #4160 6545 West River Road
T.G.I. Friday's 2590 Freeway Boulevard
Terry Presler Amoco 6044 Brooklyn Boulevard
Tobacco Boulevard, Inc. 6300 Brooklyn Boulevard
Tobacco Castle, Inc. 5625 Xerxes Avenue North
Tobacco Warehouse, Inc. 6014 Shingle Creek Parkway
Value Food 6804 Humboldt Avenue North
Walgreens 6390 Brooklyn Boulevard
6c. PERFORMANCE BOND RELEASE FOR WICKES DISTRIBUTION
CENTER, 4837 AZELIA AVENUE NORTH
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve a
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performance bond release for Wickes Distribution Center, 4837 Azelia Avenue North. Motion
passed unanimously.
6d. RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER
RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -01
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
6e. RESOLUTION APPOINTING MICHAEL J. MCCAULEY AS DIRECTOR
AND JIM GLASOE AS ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO THE BOARD OF
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DIRECTORS OF HENNEPIN RECYCLING GROUP
RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -02
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING MICHAEL J. MCCAULEY AS DIRECTOR AND JIM
GLASOE AS ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF HENNEPIN RECYCLING GROUP
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
6f. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A LAWFUL GAMBLING
LICENSE (RENEWAL) TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE
DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION TO OPERATE A PULL -TAB
MACHINE AT THE DUOOS BROTHERS LEGION POST #630
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-03
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE
(RENEWAL) TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF
ASSOCIATION TO OPERATE A PULL -TAB MACHINE AT THE DUOOS BROTHERS
LEGION POST #630
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
6g. RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 2, ACCEPTING WORK
AND AUTHORITING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO.
1999 -12, CONTRACT 99 -B, LIFT STATION NOS. 8 AND 9 REPLACEMENT
RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -04
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 2, ACCEPTING WORK AND
AUTHORITING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -12, CONTRACT
99 -B, LIFT STATION NOS. 8 AND 9 REPLACEMENT
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
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Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
6h. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2001 ENGINEERING SERVICES
BUDGET TO CARRY FORWARD AN UNEXPENDED APPROPRIATION
FROM THE 2000 ENGIENERING SERVICES BUDGET
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-05
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2001 ENGINEERING SERVICES BUDGET TO CARRY
FORWARD AN UNEXPENDED APPROPRIATION FROM THE 2000 ENGIENERING
SERVICES BUDGET
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
6i. AN ORDINANCE VACATING THE TH 252 SERVICE ROAD FROM 65
TO 66 AVENUE NORTH
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve first reading
of an ordinance vacating the TH 252 service road from 65 to 66 Avenue North and set second
reading and public hearing for February 12, 2001. Motion passed unanimously.
6j. RESOLUTION APPROVING LETTER OF AGREEMENT FOR
MODIFICAITON OF THE LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND INTERNATIONAL UNION OF
OPERATING ENGINEERS (IUOE) LOCAL NO. 49
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-06
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING LETTER OF AGREEMENT FOR MODIFICAITON OF THE
LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND
INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS (IUOE) LOCAL NO. 49
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
6k. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE CITY'S DEPARTMENTS AND
AMENDING THE 2001 PAY PLAN
RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -07
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Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE CITY'S DEPARTMENTS AND AMENDING THE
2001 PAY PLAN
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
61. REGULATION OF USE OF CITY PROPERTY
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to table this item to the
February 12, 2001, meeting. Motion passed unanimously.
7. CONSIDERATION OF PRIVATE KENNEL LICENSE FOR CRAIG AND
JEANNE O'BRIEN, 6730 DREW AVENUE NORTH
City Manager Michael McCauley discussed that the private kennel license for Craig and Jeanne
O'Brien, 6730 Drew Avenue North, will expire on January 10, 2001, and is being considered for
renewal for another year to keep three dogs. In checking with the Police Department there had been
no complaints regarding the dogs.
No one wished to address the Council regarding this private kennel license renewal.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve a private
kennel license renewal for one year to expire on January 10, 2002. Motion passed unanimously.
8. PLANNING COMMISION ITEM
8a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2000-023 SUBMITTED
BY BLUMENTALS /ARCHITECTURE, INC. REQUEST FOR SITE AND
BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL FOR A 1,829 SQ. FT. ADDITION TO THE
BUILDINGS AT 5001 DREW AVENUE NORTH. THE PLANNING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF THIS APPLICATION
AT ITS DECEMBER 14, 2000, MEETING.
Mr. McCauley discussed that the Planning Commission reviewed Planning Commission
Application No. 2000 -023 for plan approval of a 1,829 square foot addition connecting two
existing structures located at 5001 Drew Avenue North and that the Planning Commission
recommended approval subject to the following conditions:
1. The building plans are subj ect to review and approval by the building official with respect to
applicable codes prior to the issuance of permits.
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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 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 approved site improvements.
4. Any outside trash disposal facilities and rooftop or on ground mechanical equipment shall be
appropriately screened from view.
5. The entire building is to be equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system to meet
NFPA standards and shall be connected to an central monitoring device in accordance
with Chapter 5 of the City Ordinances.
6. An 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.
8. B -612 curb and gutter shall be provided around all parking and driving areas.
9. The applicant shall submit an as built survey of the property, improvements, and utility
service lines prior to 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.
11. The plans shall be modified prior to issuance of building permits to provide a minimum
of 50 feet between the accesses on Drew Avenue.
12. The landscape plan shall be modified to provide additional shrubs for screening purposes
along the north side of the site, to include planting of lilacs to the west of the existing
plants. The landscaping screening, as revised, is deemed to be appropriate screening
meeting the intent of the City Ordinance for screening between a service /office use and
R -1 zoned property.
13. The owner of the property shall enter into a restrictive covenant, as approved by the City
Attorney, limiting the occupancy of the building to that comprehended by available
parking. Said covenant shall be filed as a deed restriction with the title to the property at
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Hennepin County.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve Planning
Commission Application No. 2000 -023 subject to the above listed conditions. Motion passed
unanimously.
9. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
9a. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF
DEBRA HILSTROM FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE AS
COUNCIL MEMBER
Councilmember Lasman read the resolution expressing recognition and appreciation of Debra
Hilstrom for her dedicated public service as Council Member
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-08
Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF DEBRA HILSTROM
FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE AS COUNCIL MEMBER
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Nelson. Motion passed unanimously.
9b. RESOLUTION CALLING SPECIAL ELECTION TO FILL A COUNCIL
VACANCY
Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would call for a special election to fill a Council
vacancy and complies with Section 2.05a of the City Charter and sets the date of May 1, 2001, and
April 17, 2001, for the special primary election if necessary. The resolution also sets the dates for
filing affidavits of candidacy from 8:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 6, 2001, until 5:00 p.m., Tuesday,
February 20, 2001.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-09
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION CALLING SPECIAL ELECTION TO FILL A COUNCIL VACANCY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Nelson. Motion passed unanimously.
9c. SELECT PRESIDING OFFICERS — MAYOR PRO TEM AND ACTING
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MAYOR PRO TEM
Mayor Kragness requested approval of her nomination of Kay Lasman as Mayor Pro Tem, and Bob
Peppe as Acting Mayor Pro Tem.
A motion b Councilmember be Peppe, seconded b Councilmember Lasman Y pp , y m as an to approve Kay Lasman
as Mayor Pro Tem and Bob Peppe as Acting Mayor Pro Tem. Motion passed unanimously.
9d. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF
MEMBERS WHO HAVE SERVED ON CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS
Mayor Kragness read the following names for those wh
Y se o were to be recognized for serving on City
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Advisory Commissions:
Donald Arm, Housin g Commission 6/9/97 — 5/16/00
Muhammad Okoya - Lawal, Housing Commission 12/14/98 — 5/16/00
John Solomon, NWHHSC Advisory Commission 9/14/98 — 12/31/00
RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -10
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF MEMBERS
WHO HAVE SERVED ON CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Nelson. Motion passed unanimously.
9e. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS OF COUNCIL LIAISONS TO CITY
COMMISSIONS FOR 2001
1. FINANCIAL COMMISSION
2. HOUSING COMMISSION
3. REGIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
4. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
5. NW SUBURBS CABLE COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
Mayor Kragness requested approval of her nominations to the following Commissions:
Financial Commission Councilmember Peppe
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Housing Commission Councilmember Nelson
Regional Human Rights Commission Councilmember Lasman
Park and Recreation Commission Councilmember Lasman
NW Suburbs Cable Communications Commission Councilmember Nelson
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the above
listed nominations. Motion passed unanimously.
9f. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS
Mayor Kragness requested approval of her nominations to the following City Advisory
Commissions:
Financial Commission
Jerald Blarney 7136 Willow Lane North
Mark Nemec 5538 Camden Avenue North
Housing Commission
Kathleen Carmody 7024 Knox Avenue North
Ernie Erickson 6800 Drew Avenue North
Martin Frawley 6219 Chowen Avenue North
Park and Recreation Commission
John Russell 5312 North Lilac Drive
Thomas Shinnick 5324 Oliver Avenue North
Planning Commission
Graydon Boeck 5601 Indiana Avenue North
Sean Rahn 5740 Irving Avenue North
Dianne Reem 6225 Chowen Avenue North
Tim Willson 7007 Dallas Road
Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission
Rex Newman 3107 61S Avenue North
A motion by Councilmember Peppe, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the above
listed nominations. Motion passed unanimously.
9g. APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL MEMBER TO SERVE AS CITY
REPRESENTATIVE
1. LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES
2. NORTH METRO MAYORS ASSOCIATION
3. NORTHWEST SUBURBS CABLE COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
4. ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITIES
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5. CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAM
Mayor Kragness requested approval of her nominations to the following:
League of Minnesota Cities Councilmember Peppe
North Metro Mayors Association Mayor Kragness
Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission Councilmember Nelson
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities Councilmember Nelson
Crime Prevention Program Councilmember Lasman
It was the consensus of the Council to approve the above listed nominations.
9h. RESOLUTION DECLARING COMMITMENT TO THE BROOKLYN
CENTER CITY CHARTER, PLEDGING FAIR TREATMENT OF
EMPLOYEES, DECLARING AGAINST CONFLICTS OF INTEREST AND
MISUSE OF POSITIONS
There was no discussion on this item. This item is an annual readoption to declare commitment to
the Brooklyn Center City Charter, pledging fair treatment of employees, declaring against conflicts
of interest and misuse of positions.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-11
Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DECLARING COMMITMENT TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY
CHARTER, PLEDGING FAIR TREATMENT OF EMPLOYEES, DECLARING AGAINST
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST AND MISUSE OF POSITIONS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
9i. DONATION TO BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT FROM THE
FAMILY OF GARY AND MICKIE KOERNER
Mr. McCauley discussed that the Brooklyn Center Fire Department received a very generous
donation of $21,490 from the family of Gary and Mickie Koerner for a Thermal Imaging Camera
and a couple of LifePak AED's or heart start units if there is enough money.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to accept the donation.
Motion passed unanimously.
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9j. RESOLUTION ORDERING THE RAZING AND REMOVAL OF A
HAZARDOUS BUILDING AND FURTHER FOR THE ABATEMENT OF
PUBLIC NUISANCES, SAFETY, AND HEALTH HAZARDS AND OTHER
ORDINANCE AND STATUTORY VIOLATIONS WITH RESPECT TO THAT
REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 5525 MORGAN AVENUE NORTH,
BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA, 55430 LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS
LOT 5, BLOCK 2, FRANZEN'S 2 ND ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE
RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution would order the razing and removal of a hazardous building
and further for the abatement of public nuisances, safety, and health hazards and other ordinance and
statutory violations at 5525 Morgan Avenue North.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-12
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING THE RAZING AND REMOVAL OF A HAZARDOUS BUILDING
AND FURTHER FOR THE ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCES, SAFETY, AND HEALTH
HAZARDS AND OTHER ORDINANCE AND STATUTORY VIOLATIONS WITH RESPECT
TO THAT REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 5525 MORGAN AVENUE NORTH, BROOKLYN
CENTER, MINNESOTA, 55430 LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 5, BLOCK 2, FRANZEN'S
2"D ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, HENNEPIN COUNTY,
MINNESOTA
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Nelson. Motion passed unanimously.
At this time Mayor Kragness requested the Council return to City Council agenda item 8a, Planning
Commission Application No. 2000 -023 Submitted by Blumentals /Architecture, Inc. Request for
site and building plan approval for a 1,829 square foot addition to the buildings at 5001 Drew
Avenue North. The Planning Commission recommended approval of this application at its
December 14, 2000, meeting. This was a request from a citizen that wanted the opportunity to speak
regarding the issue.
Diane Niesen, 5107 East Twin Lake Boulevard, addressed the Council regarding her concern with
the approval of the resolution for Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -023 and requested
that the action of approval for the resolution be postponed until the MPCA has submitted their
comments regarding the Highway 100 project.
Mr. McCauley advised that the property was zoned for its use and the application was in order. The
Council had to act on the application within a limited time by State Law and could not deny an
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application that was in compliance with the City Code.
No action was taken and the Council meeting continued on with agenda item 9k.
9k. RESOLUTION APPOINTING AUDITORS FOR THE YEAR ENDED
DECEMBER 31, 2000
Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution would appoint Deloitte and Touche to conduct the City audit
for the year ended December 31, 2000.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-13
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING AUDITORS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2000
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Nelson. Motion passed unanimously.
91. RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE CONCEPT OF ALLOWING FURTHER
PROLIFERATION OF LIQUOR SALES FROM DISPENSARIES OTHER
THAN DULY AUTHORIZED OFF -SALE LIQUOR STORES
Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution would oppose the concept of allowing liquor sales from
dispensaries other than duly authorized off -sale liquor stores. The Minnesota State Legislature will
consider legislation that would allow wine sales in grocery stores and Chief of Police Joel Downer
had submitted a memo in opposition that included concerns of control with alcoholic beverages
being sold to underage drinkers, shoplifting, and after hours of sales.
Mr. McCauley informed the Council that a request to participate in a lobbying effort would come
before the Council at a later date.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-14
Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE CONCEPT OF ALLOWING FURTHER PROLIFERATION OF
LIQUOR SALES FROM DISPENSARIES OTHER THAN DULY AUTHORIZED OFF -SALE
LIQUOR STORES
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
9m. SET DATES FOR 2001 CITY COUNCIL RETREATS
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Mr. McCauley requested that the Council set January 23, 2001, starting at 2:00 p.m., and August 11,
2001, starting at 8:30 a.m. for the City Council Retreats.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve January 23,
2001, and August 11, 2001, for the City Council Retreats. Motion passed unanimously.
9n. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CONTRACT FOR LAW
ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES (LELS) LOCAL 82 AND THE CITY
OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2001
Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would approve the contract for LELS for all the contract
items for 2001 that would provide the following:
• General wage increase of 3 percent.
• Increase of longevity and educational incentives of between $25 and $30 per month.
• Includes the drug task force detective in the increased on -call pay (from $100 per month to
$125 per month).
• Provides for removal from a personnel file of discipline for one instance of tardiness or
missed training or court, if that is the only discipline during an 18 month period following
imposition of discipline for missing a training or court date or tardiness.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-15
Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH LAW
ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES LOCAL 82
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
90. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RIGHT -OF -WAY FEE SCHEDULE AND
REPORT ON CABLE FRANCHISE REVIEW
Mr. McCauley reported on the cable franchise review that was provided in the materials and
discussed that the addition of the Resolution to Amend the Right -of -Way Fee Schedule would reflect
changes in the Model Ordinance since the ordinance was adopted and also addresses additional
concerns that the cable system installations have raised. There will be a first reading of an ordinance
amendment on the January 22, 2001, agenda
RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -16
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Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RIGHT OF WAY FEE SCHEDULE
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
10. ADJOURNMENT
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adjourn the City
Council meeting at 7:36 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
City Clerk Mayor
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