HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001 05-14 CCM Regular Session 1
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 14, 2001
CITY HALL
1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM
The Council continued from the study session into informal open forum at 6:50 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, Bob Peppe, and Tim Ricker.
Also present: City Manager Michael J. McCauley, Assistant City Manager Jane Chambers, Public
Works Director Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria
Rosenbaum.
No one wished to address the Council.
ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adjourn informal
open forum at 6:50 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
2. OPENING CEREMONIES
2a. INVOCATION
A moment of silence was observed.
2b. ADMINISTER CEREMONIAL OATH OF OFFICE
City Clerk Sharon Knutson administered a ceremonial Oath of Office to Councilmember Ricker.
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 7:02 p.m.
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4. ROLL CALL
Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, Bob Peppe, and Tim Ricker.
Also present: City Manager Michael J. McCauley, Assistant City Manager Jane Chambers, Public
Works Director Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria
Rosenbaum.
5. COUNCIL REPORT
Councilmember Nelson reported that he attended the following events in April and May. April 24,
2001, Earle Brown Days Board of Directors, April 25, 2001, Northwest Hennepin meeting and
Metro Sports Commission meeting, April, 26, 2001, Metro Sports Commission meeting and a Smart
Growth session, May 3, 2001, 23r Annual Prayer Breakfast, May 8, 2001, Groundbreaking for new
resource center and a DARE Graduation, May 9, 2001, a DARE Graduation, and on May 10, 2001,
an ARM meeting.
Councilmember Lasman reported that on April 24, 2001, she attended a program on violence
prevention.
Councilmember Ricker reported that he attended the ARM meeting on May 10, 2001, and that on
June 14, 2001, there will be a bus tour of the local apartments in the City of Brooklyn Center.
Mayor Kragness reported that there would be an Open House at the Public Works Garage on May
24, 2001, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and that there are openings on the Housing and Park and
Recreation Commissions.
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the agenda
and consent agenda. Motion passed unanimously.
6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion by Y Councilmember Lasman, seconded b Councilmember Peppe to approve the minutes
from the April 18, 2001, special session, the April 23, 2001, study and regular sessions, the May 2,
2001, special session, and the May 7, 2001, board of equalization. Motion passed unanimously.
6b. LICENSES
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A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the following
list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously.
MECHANICAL
Air Masters Inc. 14690 Galaxie Ave. #104, Apple Valley
Associated Mechanical Contractors 1257 Marshall Road, Shakopee
Countryside Heating and Cooling 6511 Highway 12, Maple Plain
Delmar Furnace Exchange 4120 83rd Avenue North, Brooklyn Park
Dependable Indoor Air 2619 Coon Rapids Boulevard, Coon Rapids
Northland Mech Contractors 2900 Nevada Avenue North, New Hope
NSI Mechanical Contracting 2300 Territorial Road, St. Paul
United Heating and A/C 1295 Hackamore Road, Medina
MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERSHIP
Bob Ryan Oldsmobile 6700 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brookdale Dodge, Inc. 6800 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brookdale Ford, Inc. 2500 County Road 10
Iten Chevrolet Company 6701 Brooklyn Boulevard
RENTAL
Renewal:
Humboldt Square Apartments Tim and Mary Jo Keenan
Summerchase Apartments B.C. Leased Housing Association
5001 Ewing Avenue North Bartholomew Dabrowski
4210 Lakebreeze Avenue North James & Bobbie Simons
2812 O Henry Road Teresa Williams
6221 Shingle Creek Parkway Cyril Sheehy
Initial:
6507 Ewing Avenue North Judith Farrier
SIGN HANGER
Scenic Sign Company 828 So 5 Street, Sauk Rapids
Universal Sign Company 1033 Thomas Ave, St. Paul
6c. APPROVAL OF NEW ON -SALE INTOXICATING CLASS B LIQUOR
LICENSE FOR BROOKLYN PROPERTY LLC DBA HOLIDAY INN
NORTH
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A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve new on -sale
intoxicating liquor license for Brooklyn Property LLC dba Holiday Inn North. Motion passed
unanimously.
7. APPEARANCES
-TRUNG NGUYEN, DARE GRADUATE AND DARE OFFICERS
MESSENBRINK AND COLEMAN
Officers Gary Coleman and Clark Messenbrink addressed the Council to share their responsibilities
with the DARE Program and to introduce Trung Nguyen. Trung Nguyen addressed the Council to
read his essay.
Mayor Kragness commended and the Council applauded Mr. Nguyen on his essay.
8. RECOGNITION OF BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE EXPLORER POST 888
- RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING BROOKLYN CENTER
POLICE EXPLORER POST 888
Mayor Kragness read the resolution congratulating Brooklyn Center Police Explorer Post 888.
Detective Peggy Broberg- Jackson addressed the Council to share that the Explorer Post 888 meets
once a week and learns the responsibilities of the Brooklyn Center Police Officers.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-62
Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE EXPLORER POST 888
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Nelson. Motion passed unanimously.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
9a. ANIMAL REGULATIONS
1. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1 OF THE CITY
ORDINANCES ELIMINATING DOG LICENSES
2. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 19 OF THE CITY
ORDINANCES REGARDING LIMITATIONS ON KEEPING OF
ANIMALS
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City Manager Michael McCauley discussed that the City Council had directed staff to have
ordinance amendments prepared by the City Attorney to eliminate dog licenses in the City of
Brooklyn Center (Chapter 1) and to draft language regarding live wild animals to ensure that the City
can prohibit the wild animals (Chapter 19). The first reading for these ordinances was approved on
April 9, 2001, and is offered this evening for second reading and public hearing.
A motion by Councilmember Peppe, 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 Peppe to close the Public
Hearing. Motion passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 2001 -07
Councilmember Nelson introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES ELIMINATING
DOG LICENSES
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 2001-08
Councilmember Nelson introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 19 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REGARDING
LIMITATIONS ON KEEPING OF ANIMALS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
9b. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES
REGARDING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LAND
(RIVERWOOD ESTATES)
Mr. McCauley discussed this ordinance amendment regarding the zoning classification of certain
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land (Riverwood Estates) which would change the zoning designation listed in the Zoning Ordinance
from C- 1(Service /Officer) to PUD/R -3 (Planned Unit Development/Multiple Family Residence) is
in the process of being final platted and it is recommended that the City Council open the public
hearing, take public input, and table the ordinance amendment until such time as the final plat is filed
with Hennepin County and the legal description established.
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 Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to table the ordinance
amendment until such time as the final plat is filed with Hennepin County and the legal description
established. Motion passed unanimously.
10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
10a. PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 20-26,2001, PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
IN BROOKLYN CENTER
Public Works Director Diane Spector discussed that during Public Works Week May 20 through 26,
2001, there will be an Open House with many exhibits and events at the Central Garage, 6844
Shingle Creek Parkway, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The last time an Open House was held five
years ago with approximately 1,000 visitors.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adopt proclamation
declaring May 20-26,2001, Public Works Week in Brooklyn Center. Motion passed unanimously.
10b. PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 13 THROUGH 19, 2001, AS POLICE
WEEK
Councilmember Lasman read the proclamation declaring May 13 through 19, 2001, as Police Week.
A motion by Councilmember Peppe, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adopt proclamation
declaring May 13 through 19, 2001, as Police Week. Motion passed unanimously.
loc. PROCLAMATION DECLARING AUGUST 5, 2001, AS NATIONAL
KIDSDAY
Mayor Kragness read the proclamation declaring August 5, 2001, as National KidsDay.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adopt proclamation
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declaring August 5, 2001, as National KidsDay. Motion passed unanimously.
10d. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING ENGINEER'S FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR
IMPROVEMENTS TO WILLOW LANE
Mr. McCauley discussed that the Council received a petition at its April 9, 2001, meeting from
property owners along Willow Lane between I -694 and the dead end north of W Avenue. On April
26, 2001, the Council declared the petition adequate and ordered staff to prepare a feasibility report.
A feasibility report had been prepared and it is recommended that the improvements to the section of
Willow Lane, between the 1 -694 and the dead end north of 66`'' Avenue, are not feasible or cost
effective to complete in 2001. The improvements will be considered in the Capital Improvement
Program between 2003 and 2005 for further Council consideration.
Pat and Ron Schmidt, 6518 Willow Lane, addressed the Council to discuss the petition and their
concerns with the feasibility report. Ms. Schmidt informed the Council that they had canvassed the
neighbors and apologized for not being present when the petition was submitted to the Council and
for the incorrect request of having the improvements finished in 2001.
Council discussed the possibility of having the developer earmark money for the project and future
projects in the City, and what the cost would be to the residents for these improvements. Mr.
Schmidt requested that he would like to stay within a 60/40 percent and have the improvements done
in 2002 -2005. He asked when they should approach the issue again. Mayor Kragness informed Mr.
Schmidt that the Council would consider the area when they are reviewing the Capital Improvements
Program for 2002 -2005.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-63
Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING ENGINEER'S FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR IMPROVEMENTS
TO WILLOW LANE
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
10e. RESOLUTION DECLARING EARLE BROWN DAYS AS A CIVIC EVENT
FROM JUNE 21 THROUGH JUNE 23, 2001
RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -64
Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION DECLARING EARLE BROWN DAYS AS A CIVIC EVENT FROM JUNE 21
THROUGH JUNE 23, 2001
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
10L RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF ITS VARIABLE RATE DEMAND
REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS (BROOKDALE CORPORATE CENTER II
PROJECT), SERIES 2001 IN THE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF
$8,100,000; PRESCRIBING THE FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF AN INDENTURE OF TRUST, A LOAN AGREEMENT AND
CERTAIN RELATED DOCUMENTS; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION
AND SALE OF THE BONDS AND DIRECTING DELIVERY THEREOF;
CONSENTING TO THE DISTRIBUTION OF THE OFFICIAL STATEMENT;
AND PROVIDING FOR THE SECURITY, RIGHTS, AND REMEDIES OF
THE OWNERS OF SAID REVENUE BONDS
Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution and the resolution in agenda item l Og relate to Brookdale
Corporate Centers II and III. Last year the corporate centers had transferred ownerships and these
resolutions would authorize the current owners the issuance of variable rate demand revenue
refunding bonds that would reduce the cost to a lower interest rate to facilitate the reinvestment
being made by the new owners in the office buildings.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-65
Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE OF ITS VARIABLE RATE DEMAND REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS
(BROOKDALE CORPORATE CENTER II PROJECT), SERIES 2001 IN THE AGGREGATE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $8,100,000; PRESCRIBING THE FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF AN INDENTURE OF TRUST, A LOAN AGREEMENT AND CERTAIN
RELATED DOCUMENTS;
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND SALE OF THE BONDS AND DIRECTING
DELIVERY THEREOF; CONSENTING TO THE DISTRIBUTION OF THE OFFICIAL
STATEMENT; AND PROVIDING FOR THE SECURITY, RIGHTS, AND REMEDIES OF THE
OWNERS OF SAID REVENUE BONDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
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log. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF ITS VARIABLE RATE DEMAND
REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS (BROOKDALE CORPORATE CENTER
III PROJECT), SERIES 2001 IN THE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT
OF $5,100,000; PRESCRIBING THE FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF AN INDENTURE OF TRUST, A LOAN AGREEMENT
AND CERTAIN RELATED DOCUMENTS; AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION AND SALE OF THE BONDS AND DIRECTING DELIVERY
THEREOF; CONSENTING TO THE DISTRIBUTION OF THE OFFICIAL
STATEMENT; AND PROVIDING FOR THE SECURITY, RIGHTS, AND
REMEDIES OF THE OWNERS OF SAID REVENUE BONDS
Stu Stender, President of BCC Associates, addressed the Council to discuss the progress of the two
corporate centers. Mr. Stender outlined the negative impact that the orphanage proposal had made
on the market and occupancy causing drops in both.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-66
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE OF ITS VARIABLE RATE DEMAND REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS
(BROOKDALE CORPORATE CENTER III PROJECT), SERIES 2001 IN THE AGGREGATE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $5,100,000; PRESCRIBING THE FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF AN INDENTURE OF TRUST, A LOAN AGREEMENT AND CERTAIN
RELATED DOCUMENTS; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND SALE OF THE BONDS
AND DIRECTING DELIVERY THEREOF; CONSENTING TO THE DISTRIBUTION OF THE
OFFICIAL STATEMENT; AND PROVIDING FOR THE SECURITY, RIGHTS, AND
REMEDIES OF THE OWNERS OF SAID REVENUE BONDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Nelson. Motion passed unanimously.
10h. DISCUSSION OF RENTAL LICENSE FEES
Mr. McCauley discussed staff had prepared a summary of rental license fees from surrounding
municipalities and requested direction from the Council on whether or not to have the rental license
fees increased. The rental license fees have not been increased since 1997 and as indicated in the
materials, Brooklyn Center has substantially low rental fees.
Council discussed and was in consensus to have materials provided to them regarding the cost
breakdown for regulating rental units, how much the increase was in 1997, what other municipalities
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have done in the past with increases and how often they increase their fees. These materials will be
brought back to the Council in two to four weeks.
10i. DISCUSSION OF MASSAGE ORDINANCE
Mr. McCauley discussed that the City Attorney had prepared an ordinance amendment regarding the
recent request from a resident to provide massage out of a tanning salon and that if the Council was
favorable of this ordinance amendment it would be suggested to direct staff to set first reading for the
next Council meeting. This ordinance amendment would add definitions for bona fide health clubs,
qualifications, and recognized schooling, and would exempt from licensure for barbershops, hair or
beauty salons, or for bona fide health clubs and provides guidelines for massage in public places.
It was the consensus of the Council to set first reading for May 29, 2001.
10j. RESOLUTION AMENDING CERTAIN SPECIAL REVENUE FUND 2000
BUDGETS
Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution is a housekeeping item that would amend certain special
revenue fund budgets for 2000.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-67
Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING CERTAIN SPECIAL REVENUE FUND 2000 BUDGETS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
10k. STATUS REPORT RE: NEW CENTERBROOK STORAGE BUILDING
Mr. McCauley discussed the Council previously received reports regarding the new storage building
at Centerbrook Golf Course. The report that was provided in the materials was for reporting
purposes and there is no action requested unless the Council had a request.
Council discussed the report and the removal of both tennis courts. Public Works Director Diane
Spector discussed the types of repair for the tennis courts and informed the Council that the Park and
Recreation Commission did recommend approval of removing both tennis courts.
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101. RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT GRANT
FUNDING
Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution would support funding for the valuable After School
Enrichment Grant Program which is in jeopardy at this time.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-68
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT GRANT FUNDING
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Nelson. Motion passed unanimously.
11. ADJOURNMENT
A motion by Councilmember Peppe, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adjourn the City
Council meeting at 8:16 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
City Clerk 0 Mayor
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