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Home My WebLink About2000 03-13 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 MARCH 13, 2000 CITY HALL 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 Debra Hilstrom, Kay Lasman, and Robert Peppe. Councilmember Ed Nelson was absent and excused. Also present: City Manager Michael McCauley, Assistant City Manager Jane Chambers, Public Works Director Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Recording Secretary Maria Rosenbaum. Steve Klein and Madeleine Roche, representatives from CEAP, were present to discuss CEAP services and request financial help from the City of Brooklyn Center. Mr. Klein, Director of CEAP, reported on the budget process for CEAP and the financial help its receiving from the City of Brooklyn Park. Mayor Kragness asked about the volunteer work and food provided by CEAP. Mr. Klein and Ms. Roche informed the Council that the food that is prepared and delivered to residents by the volunteers of CEAP is not donated; however, the food shelve items are donated. Mayor Kragness informed Mr. Klein and Ms. Roche that the Council would like to consider helping CEAP but that the Council would like to have more time to study the options. Mr. McCauley informed Mr. Klein that a review of options for the Council would be prepared in the next 30 days. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to adjourn informal open forum at 6:58 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 03/13/00 -1- 2. INVOCATION A moment of silence was observed. 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. 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Debra Hilstrom, Kay Lasman, and Robert Peppe. Councilmember Ed Nelson was absent and excused. Also present: City Manager Michael McCauley, Assistant City Manager Jane Chambers, Public Works Director Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Recording Secretary Maria Rosenbaum. 5. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Lasman reported that she attended the Northwest Human Rights Coalition meeting on March 7, 2000, and shared information about upcoming events. Councilmember Hilstrom reported that the ribbon cutting for the police and fire stations had been held on March 9, 2000, and informed the audience that there will be open houses for the facilities in May and August of 2000. More information on these dates will be published in the Brooklyn Center City Watch. 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 Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the minutes from the February 28, 2000, study session and regular session, and the March 6, 2000, work 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. 03/13/00 -2- AMUSEMENT DEVICES Brooklyn Center Community Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway (Formerly C.D.L.) Chi -Chi's Inc. #424 2101 Freeway Boulevard COURTESY BENCH Ameribench Company 4215 Winnetka Avenue North, New Hope MECHANICAL Anderson Heating and A/C 4347 Central Avenue NE, Columbia Heights Automatic Garage Door and Fireplace 9210 Wyoming Avenue N, Brooklyn Park Carver Mechanical, Inc. 116 Peavey Road, Chaska Cronstroms Heating and A/C 6437 Goodrich Avenue, St. Louis Park Hansen Heating, Inc. 1011 42nd Avenue N, Columbia Heights Home Energy Center 15200 25th Avenue N, Plymouth M and D Plumbing and Heating 11050 26th Street NE, St. Michael Maple Grove Heating and Air 401 County Road 81, Osseo Modern Heating and Air 2318 1 st NE, Minneapolis P and H Services Company 1601 67th Avenue N, Brooklyn Center Petroleum Maintenance 3172 Spruce Street, St. Paul Residential Heating and Air 1815 East 41st Street, Minneapolis Riccar Heating and Air 2387 Commercial Blvd NE, Andover Golden Valley Heating and Air 5182 West Broadway, Crystal River City Sheet Metal 9928 Bluebird Street, Coon Rapids Rouse Mechanical 2916 Nevada Avenue N, New Hope Royalton Heating and Air 4120 85th Avenue N, Brooklyn Park Standard Heating and Air 410 West Lake Street, Minneapolis Total Heating and Air 3307 Vera Cruz Avenue N, Crystal Vogt Heating and Air 3260 Gorham Avenue, St. Louis Park Wenzel Heating and Air 4131 Old Sibley Mem Highway, Eagan Yale, Inc. 9649 Girard Ave South, Minneapolis RENTAL Renewal: 1425 55th Ave N Frank Mayers 5351 Irving Ave N Frank Mayers 4408 69th Ave N Eugene and Diane Wright 7205 Perry Court E Muchtar Sajady 03/13/00 -3- SIGN HANGER Demars Signs 410 93rd Ave NW, Coon Rapids Schad -Tracy Signs 325 Minnesota Ave N, Oronoco Signart, Inc 2170 Dodd Road, Mendota Heights Suburban Lighting 6077 Lake Elmo Ave N, Stillwater Topline Advertising 11775 Justen Circle, Osseo 6c. RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO.1 AND 2, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED, AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998-15, CONTRACT 1998 -F, ELEVATED STORAGE TANK REPAIR - TOWER #3 RESOLUTION NO. 00 -42 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND 2, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED, AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998 -15, CONTRACT 1998 -F, ELEVATED STORAGE TANK REPAIR - TOWER #3 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 6d. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR THE SALE OF SALVAGED STREET NAME SIGNS RESOLUTION NO. 00 -43 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR THE SALE OF SALVAGED STREET NAME SIGNS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. i 03/13/00 4- 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7a. PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DISEASED TREE REMOVAL COSTS, DELINQUENT WEED REMOVAL COSTS, DELINQUENT PUBLIC UTILITY SERVICE ACCOUNTS, AND PUBLIC UTILITY HOOKUP CHARGES 1. RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DISEASED TREE REMOVAL COSTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS 2. RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DELINQUENT WEED REMOVAL COSTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS 3. RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DELINQUENT PUBLIC UTILITY SERVICE ACCOUNTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS 4. RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FOR PUBLIC UTILITY HOOKUP CHARGES TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS City Manager Michael McCauley requested the Council open the public hearing for all special assessments and that all resolutions be adopted under one motion. These resolutions would certify special assessments for diseased tree removal costs, delinquent weed removal costs, delinquent public utility service accounts, and public utility hookup charges to the Hennepin County tax rolls. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe 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. 00 -44 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 03/13/00 -5- RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DISEASED TREE REMOVAL COSTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 00-45 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DELINQUENT WEED REMOVAL COSTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 00-46 adoption: Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its ado p RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DELINQUENT PUBLIC UTILITY SERVICE ACCOUNTS TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 00 -47 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FOR PUBLIC UTILITY HOOKUP CHARGES TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 7b. PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED USE OF 2000 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS 03/13/00 -6- 1. RESOLUTION APPROVING PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS FOR 2000 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE OF SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS Mr. McCauley discussed the resolution that would adopt $231,212 for rehabilitation of private property and $9,000 for household outside maintenance for the elderly projects for funding from the Urban Hennepin Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and authorize submittal of the proposal to Hennepin County for review and inclusion in the 2000 Urban Hennepin CDBG program. Mr. McCauley reviewed the allocation in the proposed budget and informed the Council that it is required to adopt a budget. If the Council wanted to amend the budget at a later date, a subsequent hearing could be held to amend the budget. Mr. McCauley advised that the anticipated budget to use 2000 CDBG funds for reimbursement on the 53rd Avenue project was disallowed by HUD even though the multi -year plan had previously been approved. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Bill O'Meara from Community Action for Suburban Hennepin (CASH) addressed the Council to discuss services provided by CASH such as programs on how to purchase a home, foreclosures, revised mortgages, and a program for first time home buyers which will be started soon. Mr. O'Meara stated that he would like support from the City of Brooklyn Center in the future. Mayor Kragness requested to have information about the program for first time home buyers once the program is scheduled. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Council discussed the budget being approved by this resolution and how the money would be used. Mr. McCauley informed the Council that the resolution adopting the budget could be approved and that the City would not go forward with Hennepin County using the money until the Council were to have an opportunity to review options for an amended budget. RESOLUTION NO. 00 -48 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: I 03/13/00 -7- RESOLUTION APPROVING PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS FOR 2000 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE OF SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 7c. ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTIONS 469.152 THROUGH 469.165, AS AMENDED, ON BEHALF OF BROOKLYN CENTER 1. RESOLUTION APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF REVENUE NOTES BY THE CITY OF BRAINERD UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTIONS 469.152 THROUGH 469.165, AS AMENDED, TO FINANCE PROPERTY FOR THE BENEFIT OF LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE OF MINNESOTA Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution would approve and authorize the issuance of revenue notes by the City of Brainerd under Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.152 through 469.165, as amended, to finance property for the benefit of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, a portion of a project located in the City of Brooklyn Center. Council discussed the project and if the improvements would come before the Council for approval. Mr. McCauley responded that the improvements would only come before the Council if a permit was required. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 00 -49 Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 03/13/00 -8- RESOLUTION APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF REVENUE NOTES BY THE CITY OF BRAINERD UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTIONS 469.152 THROUGH 469.165, AS AMENDED, TO FINANCE PROPERTY FOR THE BENEFIT OF LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE OF MINNESOTA The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 8. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 8a. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF GARY GIVING Mayor Kragness shared information about the services Gary Giving provided to the City of Brooklyn Center during his 38 years with the City. She stated that he will be missed and wished him farewell. RESOLUTION NO. 00 -50 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF GARY GIVING The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 8b. PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 8, 2000, TO BE A DAY OF SPIRITUAL REDEDICATION AND PRAYER IN BROOKLYN CENTER A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adopt proclamation declaring April 8, 2000, to be a Day of Spiritual Rededication and Prayer in Brooklyn Center. Motion passed unanimously. 8c. AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE REGULATION OF POOL TABLES; REPEALING CITY CODE SECTIONS 23- 201.01 AND 23- 201.02 AND AMENDING SECTION 23 -2102 Mr. McCauley discussed the City Council previously amended its fee resolution for amusement device licenses to comply with the new legislation which limited the fees for amusement devices to $15 per location plus $15 per machine. 03/13/00 -9- Pool tables were not included in this fee amendment and the City was sued by a pool table operator claiming that the City was limited to a $15 fee verses the ordinance charge of $35. The matter was forwarded to City Attorney Charlie LeFevere. It would not be cost effective for a few pool tables to litigate the issue because even if the City prevailed, it would cost significantly more to litigate than the revenue lost. Mr. LeFevere drafted an ordinance that would remove Sections 23- 201.01 and 23- 201.02 regarding pool tables. Section 23 -2102 would amend the definition of amusement devices to include pool or billiard or bumper pool tables. These amendments would bring pool tables under the same regulations as amusement devices. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve first reading of ordinance and set April 10, 2000, for second reading and public hearing. Motion passed unanimously. 8d. REPORT ON PRISM Mr. McCauley reported the Council previously requested to have a report provided by PRISM on services it provides. A report was provided and the following information was shared. There had been 32 client riders and 153 rides provided as of the end of February. It is projected that 144 riders and 852 rides throughout 2000 will be provided. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to accept report. Motion passed unanimously. 8e. RESOLUTION RE- APPOINTING KENNEDY AND GRAVEN AS CITY ATTORNEY FOR GENERAL CIVIL REPRESENTATION Mr. McCauley discussed the City Council recently review civil legal services and that this resolution would reappoint Kennedy and Graven as City Attorney for general civil representation. RESOLUTION NO. 00 -51 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RE- APPOINTING KENNEDY AND GRAVEN AS CITY ATTORNEY FOR GENERAL CIVIL REPRESENTATION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 03/13/00 -10- K RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING AD FOR BIDS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2000-01,02, AND 03, GARDEN CITY CENTRAL STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS Mr. McCauley discussed after the public hearing held on February 28, 2000, ordering the improvements for the Garden City improvements, surveys were sent to residents to provide more information on the project per the Council's request. Two property owners had a number of questions which were answered by staff. RESOLUTION NO. 00 -52 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING AD FOR BIDS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2000 -01, 02, AND 03, GARDEN CITY CENTRAL STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 8g. RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING AD FOR BIDS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2000-04,05, AND 06, 73RD AVENUE, HUMBOLDT TO CAMDEN, STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS Mr. McCauley discussed this is a joint project with the City of Brooklyn Park and that if Brooklyn Park does not approve the project, the project would be canceled. The Brooklyn Park City Council will have this item on its March 27, 2000, agenda. RESOLUTION NO. 00 -53 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING AD FOR BIDS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2000 -04, 05, AND 06, 73RD AVENUE, HUMBOLDT TO CAMDEN, STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 03/13/00 -11- 8h. MODIFICATION OF JUNE 19, 2000, WORK SESSION Mr. McCauley requested modifying the June 19, 2000, work session meeting with the Financial Commission to 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to modify the June 19, 2000, work session meeting with the Financial Commission to 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Motion passed unanimously. 8i. RESOLUTION AMENDING CITY COUNCIL HANDBOOK TO CREATE POLICY ON CITY COUNCIL USE OF ELECTRONIC MAIL AND VOICE MAIL Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution would amend the City Council handbook to create a policy on City Council use of electronic mail and voice mail. The policy amendment would improve and enhance communications between City Council Members, City residents, and City staff to provide electronic mail and voice mail communications capabilities. RESOLUTION NO. 00-54 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING CITY COUNCIL HANDBOOK TO CREATE POLICY ON CITY COUNCIL USE OF ELECTRONIC MAIL AND VOICE MAIL The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 8j. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE POLICY FOR PUBLIC UTILITY ACCOUNT COLLECTIONS Mr. McCauley discussed this amendment to the policy for public utilities account collections further defines the major elements of the process that shall be followed in various circumstances where the utility billing accounts can not be certified to special assessments. RESOLUTION NO. 00 -55 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE POLICY FOR PUBLIC UTILITY ACCOUNT COLLECTIONS 03/13/00 -12- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 8k. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1999 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS FOR VARIOUS OPERATING DEPARTMENTS Mr. McCauley discussed the amendment to the 1999 General Fund budget would be to increase appropriations for various operating departments. RESOLUTION NO. 00 -56 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1999 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS FOR VARIOUS OPERATING DEPARTMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 81. REPORT ON BROOKLYN PARK CAR DEALERSHIP ORDINANCE Mr. McCauley reported on the information gathered by City staff regarding the Brooklyn Park car dealership ordinance. In reviewing the summary provided, it was noted that both Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center have similar ordinances pertaining to car dealerships. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to accept report. Motion passed unanimously. 9. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adjourn the meeting at 7:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. J aAttvt-*MJAi& City Clerk Mayor 03/13/00 -13-