HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000 05-22 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
MAY 22, 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 and was called to order by Mayor
Myrna Kragness at 6:47 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 City Clerk Sharon
Knutson.
Donna Zieska, 5455 Brooklyn Boulevard, expressed that she was pleased with the recommendation
to name the ponds at Centerbrook Golf Course after Mary Jane and Art Gustafson. She also
confirmed June 5, 2000, as the special City Council meeting date with Sharing and Caring Hands.
Councilmember Lasman discussed a letter from Representative Phil Carruthers suggesting the City
Council consider a wetlands boardwalk over the marshy area to the south and west of the Hennepin
County Brookdale Library. Mr. McCauley explained that currently there are no resources available
for this project, but it could be considered in the long -range planning for the trail system as part of
the park Capital Improvement Program.
Councilmember Nelson discussed a letter from legislators addressed to NSP regarding housing
issues at Summerchase Apartments and inquired if the City is working to address these issues.
Mayor Kragness said that the Association of Apartment Managers (ARM) meets regularly to review
and discuss apartment - related issues.
ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM
A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adjourn informal
open forum at 6:56 p.m. passed unanimously.
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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 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,
Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, Public Works Director Diane Spector, City Attorney
Charlie LeFevere, and City Clerk Sharon Knutson.
5. COUNCIL REPORT
Councilmember Nelson reported that he attended the Earle Brown Days Committee meeting on
May 16. The Earle Brown Days Festival is scheduled for June 22 through 24, and one of the events
this year is an inter - generational tennis day on Saturday, June 24. Councilmember Nelson also
attended the Park and Recreation Commission park tour on May 16.
Councilmember Lasman attended the Crime Prevention Fund meeting on May 17 and the Crime
Prevention golf tournament on May 19. Councilmember Lasman also attended the Police
Department open house on May 20.
Councilmember Hilstrom attended the May 20 Police Department open house, and approximately
300 people toured the police station. She commended Police Department staff for their work in
hosting the open house.
Mayor Kragness displayed a plaque which was presented to the City for the Highway 100 ground
breaking on April 27, 2000. The plaque will be displayed on the City awards wall in City Hall.
Councilmember Hilstrom noted the artwork which was displayed on the wall behind the City
Council dial. Council Consideration Item No. 9a, Staff Report on Human Rights Art Display, was
moved to Council Report for discussion. Assistant City Manager Jane Chambers explained the
Northwest Regional Human Rights Coalition held a Kids Who Care art contest for 6th, 7th, and 8th
grade students to express universal human rights issues. The winning artwork was part of a traveling
art show being displayed at City Council meetings throughout the Northwest region. The 1 st prize
winner was awarded to Jessica Kay, grade 8— Plymouth Middle School, for her entry called Friend,
Kids Who Care; 2nd prize belongs to Sara Bondhus, Maple Grove Junior High, for her entry called
Diversity is more interesting; and 3rd prize was awarded to David Clark, 8th grade — Hosterman
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Middle School, for his piece called The flag ofpeace. The judges' favorites and honorable mention
were also displayed, for a total of 26 winning entries.
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the
agenda and consent agenda passed unanimously.
6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the
minutes as printed from the May 1, 2000, Board of Equalization; May 8, 2000, Study Session; and
May 8, 2000, Regular Session, passed unanimously.
6b. LICENSES
A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the
following list of licenses passed unanimously.
MECHANICAL
Centrair, Inc. 7402 Washington Ave S
Dependable Indoor Air 2619 Coon Rapids Blvd
Flare Heating and A/C 9303 Plymouth Ave N #104
Minnesota Heating and Air 10701 93rd Ave N
Silvernail Ent Ltd 3645 Perry Ave N
RENTAL
Renewal:
Earle Brown Farm Apartments Earle Brown Farm Apartments
Georgetown Park Townhomes James E. Wiensch
1200 67th Ave N Tom Morrow
1600 69th Ave N Roland Scherber
7018 Brooklyn Blvd Thomas Schaff
7212 Newton Ave N Roland Scherber
5400 -02 Russell Ave N Bruce and Karen Vanderschaaf
SIGNHANGER
Minnesota Sign Company 791 S Garfield Street
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6c. RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR DENTAL INSURANCE
FOR CITY EMPLOYEES
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-92
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR DENTAL INSURANCE FOR CITY
EMPLOYEES
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously.
6d. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT TO
LEASE SPACE ON WATER TOWER 42 TO U S WEST WIRELESS FOR
THE PURPOSE OF INSTALLING WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS
ANTENNAS
RESOLUTI NO. 2000 -93
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT TO LEASE SPACE ON
WATER TOWER #2 TO U S WEST WIRELESS FOR THE PURPOSE OF INSTALLING
WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS ANTENNAS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously.
6e. RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE
REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -94
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
Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously.
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6f. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE -OFF
UNCOLLECTIBLE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE AND RETURNED CHECKS
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -95
Councilmember Lasman introduced the followin g resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE -OFF UNCOLLECTIBLE
I ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE AND RETURNED CHECKS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously.
7. PUBLIC HEARING
7a. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES
REGARDING CHURCH AND EDUCATIONAL USES
City Manager Michael McCauley discussed that the Planning Commission studied the issue of
permissible uses with respect to churches and school or educational uses in the general commercial
districts, Cl and C2. Based on that study and review, this ordinance was developed and is offered
for a public hearing this evening. The basic change in the ordinance is that in multiple family
residence districts, public and private elementary and secondary schools are set forth as a special use
and provides that access must be through specified types of streets, collector or arterial. In the C 1
and C2 zone, it clarifies that the only educational uses that are permitted in general commercial areas
will be post secondary schools. It also clarifies that places of worship are permitted uses and
separates out and indicates that libraries and art galleries are also permitted uses in a Cl or C2 zone.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to open the public
hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding Church and
Educational Uses passed unanimously.
No one wished to address the Council.
A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to close the public
hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding Church and
Educational Uses passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 2000 -06
Councilmember Nelson introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REGARDING
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CHURCH AND EDUCATIONAL USES
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
8. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
8a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2000-005 SUBMITTED BY
CHARLES AND VIVIAN CLOUTIER REQUESTING A RESUBDIVISION
TO UNCOMBINE, OR RESUBDIVIDE, TWO OF THREE UNDERLYING
LOTS AND A VARIANCE TO ALLOW A SUBDIVISION OF LAND BY
METES AND BOUNDS DESCRIPTION AT 5318 62ND AVENUE NORTH
Mr. McCauley introduced Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -005 submitted by Charles
and Vivian Cloutier requesting approval to uncombine, or resubdivide, two of three underlying lots
and a variance to allow a subdivision of land by metes and bounds description rather than by formal
plat at 5318 62nd Avenue North. The three lots were combined into one parcel in the early 1960s
for tax purposes. The uncombining or resubidiving of the lots requires City approval. The requested
variance would allow a metes and bounds division of land that would leave resulting lots meeting
the minimum lot width and area requirements and having no setback deficiencies or property line
encroachments. The Planning Commission recommended approval of this application at its May 11,
2000, meeting.
There was a motion by Councilmember Peppe, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve
Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -005 submitted by Charles and Vivian Cloutier subject
to the following two conditions:
1. The legal descriptions and survey showing the re- establishment of the underlying
parcels and the division of land shall be filed with Hennepin County.
2. The City Assessor is authorized to process the resubdivision in conjunction with
Hennepin County and to acknowledge the newly established legal descriptions.
Motion passed unanimously.
8b. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2000-006 SUBMITTED BY
ERICK AND SUSAN BATES REQUESTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR
A HOME OCCUPATION INVOLVING THE USE OF EQUIPMENT NOT
CUSTOMARILY FOUND IN A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING AT 6413
NOBLE AVENUE NORTH
Mr. McCauley introduced Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -006 submitted by Erick and
Susan Bates requesting a special use permit for a home occupation involving the use of equipment
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not customarily found in a residential dwelling at 6413 Noble Avenue North.
Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren explained that the applicants are requesting to place a
trash disposal unit 4 ft. wide, 4 ft. high, and 5 ft. in length either inside their garage or on the side
of their garage on a concrete slab in a screened area. The applicants operate a carpet removal
business out of their home and provide carpet removal services at off -site locations. Their business
is a permitted home occupation not requiring formal approval by the City. The use of the large trash
receptacle puts the business into the Special Use Permit category. The Planning Commission held
a public hearing regarding this application and recommended approval at its May 11, 2000, meeting,
subject to six conditions which Mr. Warren reviewed.
Council Members discussed frequency and time of trash pickup, location of trash disposal unit on
collection day, and whether the garbage service is required to recycle the materials.
Councilmember Peppe recommended one additional condition relative to the location of the trash
disposal unit on collection day so the location is clearly defined.
Erick and Susan Bates, applicants residing at 6413 Noble Avenue North, addressed the Council
regarding location of the trash disposal unit on collection day.
Councilmember Hilstrom raised the issue of limiting the trash collection frequency.
Mr. McCauley said the frequency limitation could be incorporated into the additional condition
along with set hours for pickup and location of trash disposal unit.
Mr. Bates requested the additional condition also include that the trash disposal unit have locking
wheels.
There was a motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve
Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -006 submitted by Erick and Susan Bates subject to the
following seven conditions:
1. The Special Use Permit is granted for a carpet removal home business that will
involve the use of a 4 ft. wide, 4 ft. high, and 5 ft. long covered and locked trash
disposal unit for the storage and disposal of discarded carpet and pads. This use may
not be altered or expanded in any way not comprehended by this application without
first securing an amendment to the Special Use Permit.
2. The Special Use Permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
Any violation thereof may be grounds for revocation.
3. The trash container unit may only be used for discarded carpet and carpet pads and
shall not be used for collecting and storing refuse, rubbish, trash, yard waste or
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recyclable materials.
4. The applicants are required to house the trash container unit within a 6 ft. high
opaque screening structure with an opaque locked gate, except for when routine pick
up is conducted.
5. The trash container shall be tethered or securely fastened in such a way as to keep it
secure from rolling loose. Rollers or wheels both front and back must be locked
when out of the screened area.
6. All vehicle parking associated with the home occupation shall be off street on an
improved space. Vehicle parking on the property shall be in compliance with Section
19 -103, Subdivision 12, of the City Ordinances.
7. The contents of the container shall be collected not more than three times per week.
Collection must be between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
8c. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2000-007 SUBMITTED BY
MELVIN RAILE REQUESTING A VARIANCE FROM THE MINIMUM
DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS IN SECTION 35 -400 TO LOCATE A TWO -
FAMILY DWELLING ON THE PROPERTY AT 5411 BRYANT AVENUE
NORTH
Mr. McCauley introduced Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -007 submitted by Melvin
Raile requesting a variance from the minimum district requirements in Section 35 -400 to locate a
two - family dwelling on the property at 5411 Bryant Avenue North.
Mr. Warren explained that the applicant's home in Minneapolis is being acquired by eminent domain
to make way for the Humboldt Greenway project. The applicant would like to relocate the two -
family dwelling to 5411 Bryant Avenue North. The lot is zoned R -2 and is 63 ft. wide by 136 ft.
deep with an area of 8,568 sq. ft. and contains a garage which was accessory to a single family home
that was recently demolished. Section 35 -400 of the City Ordinances defines the minimum lot
requirements, and a two - family dwelling interior lot is required to have a minimum lot width of 75
ft. (at the building setback line) and a minimum land area of 6,200 sq. ft. per unit or a total of 12, 400
sq. ft. The lot in question is sub - standard, or too small, for the two - family dwelling that the
applicant would like to move onto it. A variance may be granted by the City Council after
demonstration by evidence that all of the standards for variances contained in the Zoning Ordinance
are met. It is staff's opinion that none of the standards for variance are met with respect to the
applicant's request. The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding this application and
recommended denial at its May 11, 2000, meeting. A resolution denying the requested variance was
presented to the City Council for consideration. Mr. Warren noted the applicant was not present.
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RESOLUTION REGARDING DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION
APPLICATION NO. 2000-007
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-96
Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption;
RESOLUTION REGARDING DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION
NO. 2000 -007
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom.
Motion passed unanimously.
8d. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2000-008 SUBMITTED BY
CLARK ENGINEERING CORPORATION ON BEHALF OF HENNEPIN
COUNTY REQUESTING TO REZONE FROM R -7 (MULTIPLE FAMILY
RESIDENCE - SIX OR MORE STORIES) TO C -1A (SERVICE /OFFICE - NO
HEIGHT LIMIT) A 3.352 ACRE PARCEL OF LAND SOUTH OF AND
ADJACENT TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY REGIONAL SERVICE
CENTER
8e. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2000-009 SUBMITTED BY
CLARK ENGINEERING CORPORATION ON BEHALF OF HENNEPIN
COUNTY REQUESTING PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL TO
COMBINE TWO PARCELS OF LAND INTO A SINGLE PARCEL TO
ACCOMMODATE THE EXPANSION OF THE HENNEPIN COUNTY
REGIONAL SERVICE CENTER
8f. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2000-010 SUBMITTED BY
CLARK ENGINEERING CORPORATION ON BEHALF OF HENNEPIN
COUNTY REQUESTING SITE AND BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL FOR
THE REMODELING AND EXPANSION OF THE HENNEPIN COUNTY
REGIONAL SERVICE CENTER, 6125 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
Mr. McCauley introduced Planning Commission Application Nos. 2000 -008, 2000 -009, and 2000-
010 which consist of requests submitted by Clark Engineering Corporation on behalf of Hennepin
County for rezoning, preliminary plat approval, and site and building plan approval for expansion
of the Hennepin County Regional Service Center, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway.
Mr. Warren reviewed Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -008 and explained that Hennepin
County acquired 3.352 acres of land south of the Hennepin County Regional Service Center and
seeks to rezone it to C -1A which is the same zoning classification as the Service Center. The
Planning Commission found the rezoning request to be consistent with the rezoning evaluation
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policy and the City's Comprehensive Plan and recommended approval at its May 11, 2000, meeting.
A resolution approving the rezoning request was presented to the City Council for consideration.
Mr. Warren reviewed Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -009 and explained that the
applicant is seeking preliminary plat approval to combine the two parcels into a single parcel to
accommodate the expansion of the Hennepin County Regional Service Center. The applicant
proposes to relocate the existing pond to the southerly portion of the combined lot. The pond
development requires approval by the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission. The
applicant plans this summer to begin the first phase of the project which is the pond relocation and
some driveway modifications. The Planning Commission recommended approval at its May 11,
2000, meeting subject to four conditions.
Mr. Warren reviewed Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -010 and explained that the
applicant seeks site and building plan approval for the remodeling and expansion of the Hennepin
County Regional Service Center located at 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway. The proposed expansion
will almost double the size of the Service Center, expanding the building to the east and south.
Access to the Service Center will be at the same existing locations, with the primary access to the
facility at the south entrance at the intersection of John Martin Drive and Shingle Creek Parkway.
The new parking facilities will be to the east of the expanded building. Mr. Warren exhibited a
bird's eye view schematic design of the Hennepin County Regional Service Center and discussed
the exterior features and landscaping. The Planning Commission recommended approval at its
May 11, 2000, meeting subject to sixteen conditions. The City received a request from Hennepin
County to waive the requirement for the financial guarantee in condition 43. Mr. Warren noted the
architect, engineer, and a representative from Hennepin County is present if the Council wished to
address questions.
Councilmember Nelson raised the issue of costs related to street improvements at the intersection
of John Martin Drive and Shingle Creek Parkway at the Service Center's south entrance. Mr.
Warren responded there would be some street improvements made and the cost would be born by
the County.
RESOLUTION REGARDING DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION
APPLICATION NO. 2000 -008 SUBMITTED BY CLARK ENGINEERING
CORPORATION ON BEHALF OF HENNEPIN COUNTY
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -97
Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION REGARDING DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION
NO. 2000 -008 SUBMITTED BY CLARK ENGINEERING CORPORATION ON BEHALF OF
HENNEPIN COUNTY
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Lasman.
Motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve
Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -009 submitted by Clark Engineering Corporation on
behalf of Hennepin County subject to the following conditions:
1. The final plat is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer.
2. The final plat is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances.
3. The storm water drainage system and the design of the water detention facility are
subject to the review and approval of the Shingle Creek Watershed Management
Commission prior to final plat approval.
4. Ponding areas required as part of the storm drainage plan shall be protected by an
approved easement. The easement documents shall be executed and filed with
Hennepin County as part of the final plat.
Motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve
Planning Commission Application No. 2000 -010 submitted by Clark Engineering on behalf of
Hennepin County subject to the following 16 conditions:
1. The building plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with
respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of permits.
2. Grading, drainage, utility and erosion control plans are subject to review and
approval by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of permits.
3. A site performance agreement shall be submitted prior to the issuance of permits to
assure completion of site improvements.
4. Any outside trash disposal facilities and roof top or on ground mechanical equipment
shall be appropriately screened from view utilizing material that is compatible with
the building.
5. The building 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.
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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 with the
exception of the front entrance area which will be allowed to have surmountable curb
to assist as a drop off area.
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 property owner shall enter into an easement and agreement for maintenance and
inspection of utility and storm drainage systems prior to the issuance of permits.
11. The applicant shall provide appropriate erosion and sediment control devices on the
site during construction as approved by the City Engineering Department.
12. The storm water drainage system and ponding areas shall be approved by the Shingle
Creek Watershed Management Commission prior to the issuance of permits,
including grading and drainage permits for this project.
13. An easement description over the proposed pond shall be submitted to the City and
the easement shall be executed and filed with the title to the property at Hennepin
County prior to issuance of permits.
14. All work performed and materials used for construction of utilities shall conform to
the City of Brooklyn Center's current standard specifications and details.
15. A driveway and utility permit from the Engineering Department shall be required for
work within the Shingle Creek Parkway right -of -way.
16. The final lat combining this site into a single lot shall be approved b the City
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Motion passed unanimously.
9. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
9a. STAFF REPORT ON HUMAN RIGHTS ART DISPLAY
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The staff report on human rights art display was given during Council Reports.
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9b. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT TO HOUSING COMMISSION
Mayor Kragness requested Council ratification of her nomination of Martin Frawley, 6219 Chowen
Avenue North, to the Housing Commission.
A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to ratify the Mayoral
nomination of Martin Frawley, 6219 Chowen Avenue North, to the Housing Commission passed
unanimously.
Mayor Kragness indicated there are two new openings on the Housing Commission, and interested
persons should contact the City Clerk for an application. Councilmember Hilstrom requested that
Shawn Taylor's application again be submitted for consideration.
9c. SET DATE AND TIME FOR SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mr. McCauley explained that Mayor Kragness was approached by Sharing and Caring Hands
requesting a meeting with the City Council. In response to the request and a recent press conference
held by Sharing and Caring Hands regarding a proposed orphanage in Brooklyn Center, a
recommended meeting date of June 5, 2000, at 7 p.m. is presented for Council consideration. The
City has not received an application, which in the normal process would be reviewed by City Staff
and the Planning Commission and then referred to the City Council for approval, so this special
meeting is out of the normal course. However, since there is a strong public interest in the issue and
the potential applicant has requested the meeting, it is suggested to hold the meeting in Constitution
Hall, Community Center, to accommodate interested persons. The meeting would be for the purpose
of receiving nformation from Sharing and Caring Hands and an other interested persons regarding
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the proposed orphanage.
There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to set
Monday, June 5, 2000, at 7 p.m., Constitution Hall, Community Center, as a special City Council
meeting for the purpose of responding to the request of Sharing and Caring Hands to meet with the
City Council and to receive information from Sharing and Caring Hands and any other interested
persons regarding a proposed orphanage. Motion passed unanimously.
9d. RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS FOR CITY INSURANCE
POLICIES AND THE INSURANCE AGENT FOR 2000
Mr. McCauley explained the resolution authorizes renewal of several City insurance contracts and
designates Arthur J. Gallagher & Co of Minnesota, Inc. as the insurance agent and risk management
consultant for the insurance contracts.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -98
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS FOR CITY INSURANCE POLICIES AND THE
INSURANCE AGENT FOR 2000
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Nelson. Motion passed unanimously.
9e. RESOLUTION REQUESTING DISSOLUTION OF THE MINNESOTA
POLICE RECRUITMENT SYSTEM
Mr. McCauley explained that the City of Brooklyn Center, along with a number of other
municipalities, is a member of the Minnesota Police Recruitment System. The City has not received
services from the agency for a number of years but has been part of the litigation. The agency no
longer serves the purpose for which it was formed, and it would be in the best interest of the City
to request dissolution of the Minnesota Police Recruitment System.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -99
Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION REQUESTING DISSOLUTION OF THE MINNESOTA POLICE
RECRUITMENT SYSTEM
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
9f. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY REGARDING USE OF THE COUNTY'S
ELECTRONIC PROPRIETARY GEOGRAPHICAL DIGITIZED DATA
BASE
Mr. McCauley said the proposed resolution would renew the City's user agreement with Hennepin
County to continue to have access to and use the County's electronic proprietary geographical
digitized data base for automated mapping.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -100
Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN
COUNTY REGARDING USE OF THE COUNTY'S ELECTRONIC PROPRIETARY
GEOGRAPHICAL DIGITIZED DATA BASE
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
9g. RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN
AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER'S 2000
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Mr. McCauley stated the proposed resolution calls for a public hearing to be held on June 26, 2000,
to consider an amendment to the City of Brooklyn Center's 2000 Community Development Block
Grant program. When the City Council originally adopted the 2000 Community Development Block
Grant program budget, there was discussion that an amendment may be brought back to the Council
given the new requirements for CDBG expenditures and that monies could not be allocated for the
53rd Avenue Project as anticipated. City Staff met with Community Emergency Assistance Program
(CEAP) and Household Outside Maintenance for the Elderly (H.O.M.E.), and the two organizations
elected to submit a joint proposal for consideration. The proposal would expand services offered
by both agencies to provide additional services to senior citizens, disabled persons, and to address
code enforcement issues to improve the community in terms of housing stock and maintenance.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -101
Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO
THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER'S 2000 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT PROGRAM
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
9h. RESOLUTION ORDERING THE CORRECTION OF HAZARDOUS
CONDITIONS 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 5327 PENN AVENUE NORTH,
BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS
LOT 2, BLOCK 1, QUEEN ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED
PLAT THEREOF, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
Mr. McCauley said the Prosecuting Attorney forwarded this resolution and Order to the City for
Council consideration. The dwelling at 5327 Penn Avenue North has been defined as a hazardous
property and a public nuisance. The resolution and Order would require the abatement of nuisances
and fire hazards and allow the City to remove all public nuisances and correct the hazardous
condition at 5327 Penn Avenue North in the event the owner does not comply.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2000-102
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING THE CORRECTION OF HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS 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 5327 PENN AVENUE NORTH, BROOKLYN
CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 2, BLOCK 1, QUEEN
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.
10. ADJOURNMENT
A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adjourn the City
Council meeting at 8:10 p.m. passed unanimously.
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City Clerk Mayor Pro Tern
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