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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000 04-24 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 APRIL 24, 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 6:46 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Debra Hilstrom, Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, and Robert Peppe. 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. Others present were residents from the Victoria Town Homes. Anne Christensen, 6852 Grimes Place, addressed the Council on behalf of the residents of Victoria Town Homes to discuss an issue they are dealing with regarding the current HUD living arrangements. Ms. Christensen, along with the other residents, wanted to know how to get help with the change proposed. Mayor Kragness informed the residents that they should contact their representatives and that since the Council is not aware of the change they would like to attend a meeting that will discuss the change proposed. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to adjourn informal open forum at 6:59 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION A moment of silence was observed. 04/24/00 -1- 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 7:02 p.m. 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Debra Hilstrom, Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, and Robert Peppe. 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 on several events she had attended including the Annual Fire Awards Dinner, the Commission Recognition Event, the Earle Brown Days Committee meeting, and the Annual Spring Cleanup. Councilmember Lasman informed the audience that there will be a Crime Prevention Awards Ceremony on April 26, 2000, and that the Annual Crime Prevention Golf Tournament will be on May 19, 2000. If any persons are interested they can call 566 -5613. Councilmember Nelson reported that he attended several events including the Year 2000 Committee meeting, the Earle Brown Days Committee meeting, the Park and Recreation Commission meeting, and the Northwest Cable Communications Commission meeting. Councilmember Hilstrom reported that the Council participated in mock City Council meetings with some high school students at City Hall and that she believed the meetings were beneficial for the students. Councilmember Hilstrom informed the audience that there will be a ground breaking ceremony for Highway 100 on April 27, 2000, at 10:00 a.m. Mayor Kragness reminded the audience that the Census 2000 is not finished. Cards will be mailed to persons who have not completed a form and it is very important that everyone complete these cards. 6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Motion passed unanimously. 04/24/00 -2- 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the minutes from the April 10, 2000, study session and regular session. Motion passed unanimously. 6b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously. COURTESY BENCH Ameribench Company 4215 Winnetka Avenue North, New Hope MECHANICAL C O Carlson Air Conditioning 1203 Bryant Avenue North, Minneapolis Countryside Heating and Cooling 6511 Highway 12, Maple Plain Dahl Heating 1933 164th Lane NE, Ham Lake Marsh Heating and Air Cond. 6248 Lakeland Avenue North, Brooklyn Park Pete's Repair, Inc. 8835 Xylon Avenue North, Brooklyn Park Sunburst Heating and Air Cond. 1556 Oakways, Wayzata MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERSHIP Bob Ryan Oldsmobile 6700 Brooklyn Boulevard Brookdale Chrysler Plymouth 6121 Brooklyn Boulevard RENTAL Renewal: 5401 Brooklyn Blvd Northport Properties 5407 Brooklyn Blvd Duane Orn 6025 Brooklyn Blvd Dorothy Ostrom - Ringstrom 4214 Lakeside Ave N James Shoultz 5242 Lakeside Place Brett Parker 5207 Xerxes Ave N Douglas Mollick SIGN HANGER Electric Light Sign Company 926 Dale Street North, St. Paul Express Sign 13321 Killdeer Street NW, Andover Leroy Signs 6325 Welcome Avenue N, Brooklyn Park Nordquist Sign Company 312 West Lake Street, Minneapolis 04/24/00 -3- 6c. 1998 LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the 1998 Local Law Enforcement 1 r B ock Grant funds. Motion passed unanimously. 6d. RESOLUTION AWARDING BIDS FOR FURNISHINGS AT THE NEW BROOKLYN CENTER LIQUOR STORE RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -74 Councilmember m er Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AWARDING BIDS FOR FURNISHINGS AT THE NEW BROOKLYN CENTER LIQUOR STORE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 6e. RESOLUTION AWARDING BID FOR POINT OF SALE AND INVENTORY SOFTWARE, HARDWARE, AND SVCS FOR BROOKLYN CENTER LIQUOR STORES RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -75 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AWARDING BID FOR POINT OF SALE AND INVENTORY SOFTWARE, HARDWARE, AND SVCS FOR BROOKLYN CENTER LIQUOR STORES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 6f. RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NOS. 2 AND 3, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -19, CONTRACT 99 -M, REHABILITATION OF WELLHOUSE NOS. 5 AND 6 RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -76 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 04/24/00 -4- RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NOS. 2 AND 3, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -19, CONTRACT 99 -M, REHABILITATION OF WELLHOUSE NOS. 5 AND 6 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 6g. RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES RESOLUTION NO. 2000-77 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7a. AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE LOCATION OF SECONDHAND GOODS DEALERS, PAWNSHOPS, CURRENCY EXCHANGES, TATTOO PARLORS AND BODY PIERCING ESTABLISHMENTS, AND MASSAGE PARLORS; AMENDING BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CODE SECTIONS 23 -610, 23 -661, 23 -2309, 23 -2203, AND 23 -1709 City Manager Michael McCauley discussed this ordinance amendment would clarify the intent of the ordinance to allow pawnshops and secondhand goods dealers to occupy the same premises provided two licenses are issued and that other listed businesses may not occupy the same premises or be located within 300 feet of each other or in the same parcel. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. 04/24/00 -5- ORDINANCE NO. 2000 -04 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE LOCATION OF SECONDHAND GOODS DEALERS, PAWNSHOPS, CURRENCY EXCHANGES, TATTOO PARLORS AND BODY PIERCING ESTABLISHMENTS, AND MASSAGE PARLORS; AMENDING BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CODE SECTIONS 23 -610, 23 -661, 23 -2309, 23 -2203, AND 23 -1709 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 7b. CONSIDERATION OF ISSUANCE OF CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE TO C -N -P NORTHWEST, LTD. DBA CASH -N -PAWN, 1964 57TH AVENUE NORTH, BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 1. RESOLUTION TO DENY ISSUANCE OF A CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE TO C -N -P NORTHWEST, LTD. DBA CASH - N -PAWN, 1964 57TH AVENUE NORTH, BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA Mr. McCauley discussed this public hearing is a continuation from the April 10, 2000, City Council meeting which was continued until the above ordinance amendment was approved. Since the ordinance amendment was approved, he recommended that the public hearing be continued for public comment and that the resolution then be adopted to deny the issuance of a currency exchange license to 0-N -P Northwest, Ltd. dba Cash -N -Pawn. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to continue 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. 2000 -78 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 04/24/00 -6- RESOLUTION TO DENY ISSUANCE OF A CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSE TO C -N -P NORTHWEST, LTD. DBA CASH -N -PAWN, 1964 57TH AVENUE NORTH, BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 8. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 8a. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR THE 27 YEARS OF DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF SERGEANT JOHN PTAK WITH THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Councilmember Hilstrom read the resolution expressing recognition and appreciation for the 27 years of dedicated public service of Sergeant John Ptak. RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -79 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR THE 27 YEARS OF DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF SERGEANT JOHN PTAK WITH THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 8b. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR THE 13 YEARS OF DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF OFFICER JOHN RAYL WITH THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Councilmember Peppe read the resolution expressing recognition and appreciation for the 13 years of dedicated public service of Officer John Rayl. RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -80 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR THE 13 YEARS OF DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF OFFICER JOHN RAYL WITH THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER 04/24/00 -7- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 8c. COMMUNITY CENTER FITNESS EQUIPMENT Mr. McCauley discussed that staff is requesting the Council to authorize the expenditure of up to $25,000 from the central supplies and support division of the budget to replace equipment in the exercise room at the Community Center. In the past the replacement of the equipment has been deferred and a recent conversation with a resident brought the deferred replacement issue to the forefront. With the $25,000, two new treadmills, a recumbent stationary bike, and four exercise machines that would replace the current universal gym would be purchased. Councilmember Nelson requested that the amount be increased to $28,000 to provide two recumbent stationary bikes. A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to authorize the expenditure of $28,000 for Community Center fitness equipment. Motion passed unanimously. 8d. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB IN SUPPORT OF SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUMMER YOUTH SPORTS AND SWIMMING CLASSES Mayor Kragness commended and recommended the acceptance of the Brooklyn Center Women's Club donation of $300 for partial scholarships for low - income children wishing to participate in summer swimming classes and youth sports activities. RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -81 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB IN SUPPORT OF SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUMMER YOUTH SPORTS AND SWIMMING CLASSES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 04/24/00 -8- 8e. TOBACCO PREVENTION PROJECT Mr. McCauley explained the letter of support requested by the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council for a grant application of a Tobacco Prevention Project in partnership with Hennepin County Health Department, Minneapolis Department of Health and Family Support, and Bloomington Health Division. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to support the Tobacco Prevention Project. Motion passed unanimously. 8f. REPORT ON 2000 CODE ENFORCEMENT SWEEP Mr. McCauley reported that a cross departmental team had been formalized for this year's code enforcement sweep which will begin in May and be completed by the beginning of July using a number of personnel from both the Community Development and Police Departments. The sweep will start in the southeast quadrant and move counterclockwise through the City. Complaints will be responded to within five days. Mr. McCauley noted that it is very important for persons to leave their name and phone number. There are many times when a person will call and leave a complaint with no phone number for staff to contact them and let them know the status of the situation which might already be in the process of orders or prosecution. Mayor Kragness shared an example of not being able to take care of a problem with a letter she received with no name, address, or phone number. The letter was a complaint and did not give an area or address of the issue and the City cannot do anything about it since there is no address or phone number to contact regarding the issue. The City would be happy to check into the situation if it received more information. 8g. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING A CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2000-01,02, AND 03, CONTRACT 00 -B, GARDEN CITY CENTRAL STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution would accept bid and award a contract for Improvement Project Nos. 2000 -01, 02, and 02, Contract 00 -13, Garden City central street, storm drainage, and utility improvements to Arcon Construction in the amount of $3,778,048.55. Arcon Construction was the lowest bidder and has proven experience in performing all of the requirements included in this contract and has the resources necessary to complete the project. Public Works Director Diane Spector outlined the project and stated that a preconstruction meeting was scheduled for April 26, 2000. 04/24/00 -9- Mayor Kragness informed Ms. Spector that she had received calls about last year's construction project and wanted to know where the calls should be directed. Ms. Spector informed the Council that persons with concerns should contact the Engineering Department at 569 -3340. RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -82 Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING A CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2000-01,02, AND 03, CONTRACT 00 -13, GARDEN CITY CENTRAL STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 8h. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY ORDINANCE REGARDING CHURCH AND EDUCATIONAL USES Mr. McCauley discussed this ordinance amendment would clarify Cl Districts regarding Church and Educational uses which the Council recently directed the Planning Commission to study. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve first reading of ordinance and set second reading and public hearing for May 22, 2000. Motion passed unanimously. 9. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to adjourn the meeting at 7:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. I i Y City Clerk Mayor I I 04/24/00 -10- I