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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999 12-13 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 DECEMBER 13, 1999 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 6:45 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, Community Development Director Brad Hoffman, Public Works Director Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Recording Secretary Maria Rosenbaum. No one appeared at the informal open forum. Council discussed a letter that was received regarding the employee increase for 2000. Mayor Kragness informed the Council that she received a thank you from the 2000 Census for the City's support. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adjourn informal open forum at 6:53 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Mayor Kragness read a poem for the invocation. 12/13/99 -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 7:22 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 Recording Secretary Maria Rosenbaum. 5. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Hilstrom reported that she attended the Regional Human Rights Coalition meeting on December 7, 1999. Councilmember Lasman reported that she attended the National League of Cities Conference in Los Angeles, California, and that it was a worthwhile conference. Councilmember Nelson reported that he attended the North Metro Highway Council meeting on December 3, 1999, and a meeting for the Year 2000 Celebration. Mayor Kragness reported that she attended the Holly Sunday event and that it was wonderful. She thanked the Lions and City staff for all their hard work to make the event a success. 6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA City Manager Michael McCauley requested to have Council Consideration item 9g, Resolution Expressing Appreciation for the Gift of the Brooklyn Center Lions Club in Support of Construction of a New Picnic Shelter in Lions Park, moved and placed after the consent agenda since there were representatives from the Lions Club present. Councilmember Nelson requested an addition to the minutes of the December 6, 1999, truth in taxation budget hearing. A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the agenda and consent agenda as amended. Motion passed unanimously. 12/13/99 -2- 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the minutes from the November 16, 1999, general work session, the November 22, 1999, study session and regular session, and the December 6, 1999, truth in taxation budget hearing as amended. Motion passed unanimously. 6b. CONSIDERATION OF GENERAL LICENSES CONSIDERATION OF 2000 LIQUOR LICENSES CONSIDERATION OF 2000 PAWN SHOP LICENSE A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the following list of general licenses. Motion passed unanimously. BOWLING ALLEY AMF Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle COURTESY BENCH U.S. Bench Corporation 3300 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Brookdale Citgo 5710 Xerxes Avenue North Brooklyn Center Municipal Garage 6844 Shingle Creek Parkway Humboldt Unocal 76 6840 Humboldt Avenue North Iten Chevrolet 6701 Brooklyn Boulevard Metropolitan Council Transit 6845 Shingle Creek Parkway Superamerica #4058 1901 57th Avenue North Superamerica #4160 6545 West River Road PUBLIC DANCE AMF Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle RENTAL Renewal: 5104 E Twin Lake Blvd Gary and Danae Morrison Garden City Court Apartments Egons Podnieks 5711 Camden Ave N Alma Sybrant 6037 Brooklyn Blvd Dory Partners 5547 Lyndale Ave N E. Alan and Laurie Knudson 12/13/99 -3- SIGN HANGER Express Sign Company 13321 Killdeer St NW, Andover A LaPointe Sign, Inc. 6600 Oxford Street, St. Louis Park TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT AMF Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle Brookdale Citgo 5710 Xerxes Avenue North Brooklyn Center Municipal #1 1500 69th Avenue North Brooklyn Center Municipal #2 6250 Brooklyn Boulevard Brooklyn Center Municipal #3 1966 57th Avenue North Cub Foods 3245 County Road 10 Duoos Brothers American Legion 4307 70th Avenue North Humboldt Texaco 6840 Humboldt Avenue North R & R Express Mart 1505 69th Avenue North Superamerica #4058 1901 57th Avenue North Superamerica #4160 6545 West River Road Value Food 6804 Humboldt Avenue A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the following list of 2000 liquor licenses. Motion passed unanimously. CLASS A ON -SALE INTOXICATING LIO_UOR LICENSE (80% OR GREATER FOOD) & SUNDAY GMRI, Inc. dba/The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #1253 1601 James Circle North Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 CLASS B ON -SALE INTOXICATING LIOUOR LICENSE (50 TO 79% FOOD) & SUNDAY AMF Bowling Centers, Inc. dba/AMF Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle North Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Apple American Limited Partnership of Minnesota dba/Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar 1347 Brookdale Mall Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 12/13/99 4- i I Brooklyn Center Beverage, Inc. (Holiday Inn) dba/Remington's 1501 Freeway Blvd Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Chi - Chi's, Inc. dba/Chi -Chi's Mexican Restaurante 2101 Freeway Boulevard Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Davidson Hotel Properties dba/Hilton Hotel 2200 Freeway Boulevard Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 GR of Minnesota, Inc. dba/The Ground Round 2545 County Road 10 Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 TGI Friday's of MN, Inc. dba/T.G.I. Friday's 2590 Freeway Blvd Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 CLASS F & SUNDAY ON -SALE INTOXICATING LIOUOR LICENSE Flik International Corp. dba/Flik International Corp at Earle Brown Heritage Center 6155 Earle Brown Drive Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 ON -SALE CLUB INTOXICATING LIOUOR LICENSE Duoos Bros. American Legion, Post 630 dba/American Legion 4307 70th Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 12/13/99 -5- ON -SALE WINE LICENSES Brooklyn Center Restaurant Inc. dba/50's Grill 5524 Brooklyn Boulevard Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Dayton's Iron Horse Liquors, Inc. dba/Dayton's Brookdale Inn 1100 Brookdale Center Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Denny's, Inc. dba/Denny's Restaurant #1284 3901 Lakebreeze Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 ON -SALE 3.2 MALT LIOUOR LICENSES Brooklyn Center Restaurant Inc. dba/50's Grill 5524 Brooklyn Boulevard Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Donald Castleman dba/Chuckwagon Grill 1928 57th Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 City of Brooklyn Center Centerbrook Golf Course & Central Park 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Davanni's, Inc dba/Davanni's Pizza and Hot Hoagies 5937 Summit Drive Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 I 12/13/99 -6- Dayton's Iron Horse Liquors, Inc dba/Dayton's Brookdale Inn 1100 Brookdale Center Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Denny's Inc. dba/Denny's Restaurant #1284 3901 Lakebreeze Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Scoreboard Pizza, Inc. dba/Scoreboard Pizza 6816 Humboldt Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 OFF -SALE 3.2 MALT LIOUOR LICENSES Diamond Lake 1994 L.L.C. dba/Cub Foods 3245 County Road 10 Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Holiday Stationstores, Inc. dba/Holiday Stationstore 4292 420 66th Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Rainbow Food Group, Inc. dba/Rainbow Foods 6350 Brooklyn Blvd Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Speedway /SuperAmerica LLC dba/SuperAmerica #4160 6545 West River Road Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Speedway /SuperAmerica LLC dba/SuperAmerica #4058 1901 57th Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 12/13/99 -7- George Y. Gerges dba/Value Food 6804 Humboldt Ave N Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve Cash n Pawn's 2000 license renewal. Motion passed unanimously. 6c. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF SURPLUS FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND RESOLUTION NO. 99 -188 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF SURPLUS FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 6d. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RIGHT -OF -WAY PERMIT FEE AND RESTORATION BOND RATE SCHEDULE RESOLUTION NO. 99-189 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RIGHT -OF -WAY PERMIT FEE AND RESTORATION BOND RATESCHEDULE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 6e. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -19, CONTRACT 1994 -A, CENTRAL GARAGE IMPROVEMENTS 12/13/99 -8- I RESOLUTION NO. 99 -190 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -19, CONTRACT 1994 -A, CENTRAL GARAGE IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 6f. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -05, CONTRACT 1999 -H, 53RD AVENUE TRAIL RESOLUTION NO. 99 -191 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -05, CONTRACT 1999 -H, 53RD AVENUE TRAIL The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 6g. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999-05, CONTRACT 1999 -K, 53RD AVENUE FENCE RESOLUTION NO. 99 -192 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -05, CONTRACT 1999 -K, 53RD AVENUE FENCE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 12/13/99 -9- I I 6h. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -05, CONTRACT 1999 -I, 53RD AVENUE FENCE COLUMNS RESOLUTION NO. 99 -193 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1999 -05, CONTRACT 1999 -I, 53RD AVENUE FENCE COLUMNS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 6i. SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE RELEASE/REDUCTION: - RAINBOW FOODS (6350 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD) - WALGREEN'S (6390 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD) - BROOKDALE MITSUBISHI (7223/ 7231 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD) -REGAL THEATER (6420 CAMDEN AVENUE NORTH) - BROOKDALE CORNER REDEVELOPMENT (SOUTHWEST CORNER OF COUNTY ROAD 10 AND XERXES AVENUE NORTH A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the above list of site performance guarantee release /reductions. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW PICNIC SHELTER IN LIONS PARK This item was removed from Council Consideration and placed here since there were representatives from the Lions Club present. Mayor Kragness thanked the Lions Club for their support. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -194 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 12/13/99 -10- RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW PICNIC SHELTER IN LIONS PARK The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 7. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEM 7a. BROOKLYN CENTER SCHOOL DISTRICT - TEMPORARY CLASSROOMS Mr. McCauley discussed the City had been contacted by the Brooklyn Center School District staff members inquiring about the ability to add a temporary or portable classroom at Earle Brown Elementary School. The enrollment has grown to such a point that the district is in desperate need of additional space to accommodate the growth. The Planning Commission considered this item at its December 2, 1999, meeting and following review and discussion did make a recommendation to make a special exception to the site and building plan and special use permit process provided the School District and City Council enter into an agreement relating to the building. They also recommended that the agreement acknowledge and contain five factors which include the following: 1. The temporary nature of the facility which can be allowed to be located on the property as shown on the site plan for up to seven years from the date of the approval of the agreement. 2. The School District shall make every effort to fund and construct a permanent addition to this facility that will meet projected needs and the development requirements of the City. i 3. The temporary classroom shall be removed from the site prior to seven years if enrollments drop below current levels and/or construction of permanent facilities commence. 4. Construction of the temporary classroom shall be subject to the review and approval of the Building Official and shall include secure skirting around the perimeter of the structure. 5. Any extensions or modifications to the agreement shall be subject to the review and recommendation of the Planning Commission. 12/13/99 -11- Councilmember Nelson asked the City Attorney if that would be adequate time for him to prepare an agreement. City Attorney Charlie LeFevere responded that would be adequate time for him to prepare an agreement for this matter. Mayor Kragness informed the audience that this matter was discussed earlier and that the Council was agreeable to the Planning Commission's recommendation. The consensus of the Council during that earlier discussion that if a temporary classroom was approved there should be a four year agreement with a three year extension if things were working out. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to direct the City Attorney to prepare an agreement authorizing the use of a temporary classroom at Earle Brown Elementary School for the January 10, 2000, City Council meeting. Motion passed unanimously. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS 8a. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2000 -2004 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Public Works Director Diane Spector outlined the 2000 -2004 Capital Improvement Program and asked the Council if they had any questions before opening the public hearing was opened. 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 Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -195 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2000 -2004 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. I 12/13/99 -12- 8b. CONSIDERATION OF 2000 BUDGET 1. APPROVE TAX LEVIES A. RESOLUTION APPROVING A FINAL TAX CAPACITY LEVY FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE COST OF OPERATION, PROVIDING INFORMATIONAL SERVICE, AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF MSA 469.001 THROUGH 469.047 OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR YEAR 2000 B. RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A FINAL TAX LEVY FOR 2000 APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE GENERAL FUND, THE DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, THE E.D.A. FUND, AND THE H.R.A. FUND BUDGETS Mr. McCauley gave an overview of the proposed revenues and expenditures, the adjustments to personnel costs, and the amount change for the new police station maintenance. The general fund revenue taxes had increased 2.37 percent and the expenditures had increased 4.35 percent. The breakdown of the personnel cost adjustments are as follows: Elections $17,100 Police Maintenance $15,270 Inspections (NET) $40,000 Fire Year 2 of Plan $10,000 The total for the new police station maintenance change is $51,820. Mr. McCauley asked the Council if they had any questions before opening the public hearing. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, 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 Hilstrom to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -196 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 12/13/99 -13- I RESOLUTION APPROVING A FINAL TAX CAPACITY LEVY FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE COST OF OPERATION, PROVIDING INFORMATIONAL SERVICE, AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF MSA 469.001 THROUGH 469.047 OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR YEAR 2000 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -197 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A FINAL TAX LEVY FOR 2000 APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE GENERAL FUND, THE DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, THE E.D.A. FUND, AND THE H.R.A. FUND BUDGETS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 2. ADOPT PROPOSED FUND BUDGETS A. RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2000 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE GENERAL FUND B. RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2000 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS C. RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2000 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND D. RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2000 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE ENTERPRISE FUNDS E. RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2000 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS A motion by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. 12/13/99 -14- i RESOLUTION NO. 99 -198 i Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2000 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE GENERAL FUND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -199 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2000 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -200 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2000 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -201 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2000 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE ENTERPRISE FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -202 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 12/13/99 -15- RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2000 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 9. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 9a. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT: SHINGLE CREEK AND WEST MISSISSIPPI WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSIONS Mayor Kragness requested ratification from Council Members of her nomination of Graydon Boeck to serve as Commissioner to the Shingle Creek Watershed and West Mississippi Watershed Commissions with term expiring December 31, 2002. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to ratify the Mayor's nomination of Graydon Boeck. Motion passed unanimously. 9b. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS Mayor Kragness requested ratification from Council Members of her nomination of the following: Financial Commission - Terms to Expire 12/31/2002 Donn Escher 3107 65th Avenue North Timothy Elftmann 5301 Howe Lane Gavin Wilkinson 7221 Willow Lane North Housin Commissi - Terms to Expire 12/31/2002 Donald Arm 2340 Brookview Drive Muhammed Okoya -Lawal 6910 Avenue North, #311 Park and Recreation Commission - Terms to Expire 12/31/2002 Bud Sorenson 6901 Toledo Avenue North Richard Theis 3006 Thurber Road Planning Commission - Terms to Expire 12/31/2001 Stephen Erdmann 4919 61 st Avenue North Rex Newman 3107 61 st Avenue North John Whitehead 4807 Wingard Place 12/13/99 -16- Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission - Term to Expire 12/31/2001 Kathleen Ganter 5936 Xerxes Avenue North A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to ratify the Mayor's above nominations. Motion passed unanimously. 9c. CONSOLIDATION OF EARLE BROWN DAYS ACTIVITIES Mr. McCauley discussed the Earle Brown Days Committee had requested consolidating the arts and crafts fair from a two day show to a one day show and to extend the hours from 9 a.m. to dark, add additional activities to Saturday's schedule to enhance the crowds, and change the music and fireworks from Sunday evening to Saturday evening. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to consolidate the above activities. Motion passed unanimously. 9d. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CONTRACT FOR LOCAL 49 (PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE) AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2000 -2002 Mr. McCauley outlined a few items included in the proposed agreement for this resolution that would approve the contract for Local 49 and the City of Brooklyn Center for the calendar year 2000- 2002. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -203 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CONTRACT FOR LOCAL 49 (PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE) AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2000 -2002 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. I 12/13/99 -17- 9e. 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 6442 COLFAX AVENUE NORTH, BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 1, HOHENSTEIN'S SECOND ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution would authorize the correction of hazardous conditions at 6442 Colfax Avenue North. There had been a history of citations at this location and the City is proceeding with prosecuting the property owners. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -204 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 6442 COLFAX AVENUE NORTH, BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 1, HOHENSTEIN' S SECOND ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 9f. RESOLUTION SETTING SALARIES AND BENEFITS FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2000 Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution would authorize to establish competitive rates of pay for such help consistent with the 2000 budget appropriations and to make interim appointments to fill vacant positions whenever a position is vacant because the regular employee is on leave of absence, vacation leave, sick leave, or is absent for any other reason. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -205 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION SETTING SALARIES AND BENEFITS FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2000 12/13/99 -18- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 9g. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW PICNIC SHELTER IN LIONS PARK This item was removed from council consideration and placed after the consent agenda. 9h. REPORT ON PARK BLEACHER RETROFIT AND REPLACEMENT Mr. McCauley reported that none of the City's bleachers meet the new standards, including recently purchased units, since the 1999 Bleacher Safety Act enacted a uniform standard for bleachers. Staff reviewed alternatives and obtained some pricing for retrofitting and have come up with the following course of action: • Convert nine existing aluminum five -row bleachers into 15 three -row bleachers which are exempt from the standards as they are less than 30" high. • Scrap the remaining 22 sets of wood bleachers and purchase 17 new aluminum three - row bleachers. • Retrofit the six ten -row bleachers at Central Park and the four ten -row bleachers at Evergreen Park. This plan is estimated to cost approximately $55,400. All bleachers are required to be in compliance by January 1, 2001, and it is recommended that all work be accomplished at once in 2000. The recommended source of funding would be General Fund monies in the sealcoating program be used instead of Capital Improvement Funds monies. If the Council is supportive of this report, a more accurate cost estimate would be prepared for the City Council's approval in early 2000 by resolution amending the 2000 budget to use the 2000 sealcoating funds. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to accept report. Motion passed unanimously. 9i. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADDENDUM TO EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT WITH CITY MANAGER Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution would authorize the Mayor to execute the addendum to the employment contract with the City Manager. 12/13/99 -19- RESOLUTION NO. 99 -206 I Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADDENDUM TO EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT WITH CITY MANAGER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 9j. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN ASSOCIATE MEMBER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH THE MINNESOTA COUNTIES INSURANCE TRUST TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PROGRAM Mr. McCauley discussed the Minnesota Counties Insurance Trust is requiring that all cities reenroll in the Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. This resolution would authorize the City Manager to enter into an Associate Member Participation Agreement with the Minnesota Counties Insurance Trust to participate in the Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -207 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN ASSOCIATE MEMBER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH THE MINNESOTA COUNTIES INSURANCE TRUST TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PROGRAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 9k. PROPOSED 2000 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Mr. McCauley informed the Council that the City Council work sessions will be starting at 6:00 p.m. in 2000. City Council regular sessions will be on the second and forth Mondays of each month and will start at 6:00 p.m. for a study session and then continue to informal open forum and regular session. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to adopt the 2000 City Council meeting schedule. Motion passed unanimously. 12/13/99 -20- 91. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXCEED THE NUMBER OF SWORN POLICE OFFICER POSITIONS IN THE BUDGET Mr. McCauley discussed in order to cover patrol needs he is recommending to exceed the budgeted number of sworn police officers which would allow hiring of the most qualified from the eligibility list, making the process more productive, reduce the lag time between resignation/retirement and replacement of an officer, better staff patrol, and allow conditional offers of employment to cadets or community service officers on an eligibility list that would not become effective until they had completed their licensing requirements. This resolution would authorize the City Manager to exceed the budgeted number of sworn personnel within the Police Department budget, provided that overall personnel budget within the Police Department shall be the target for overall personnel costs in a given budget year. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -208 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXCEED THE NUMBER OF SWORN POLICE OFFICER POSITIONS IN THE BUDGET The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 9m. LEGAL RFPS Mr. McCauley discussed that proposals were submitted from the following five firms: Barna, Guzy and Steffan, LTD Coon Rapids Holstad and Knaak, P.L.C. Vadnais Heights Jensen, Bell, Converse and Erickson, P.A. St. Paul Kennedy and Graven, Charted Minneapolis Sweeney, Borer and Sweeney St. Paul After reviewing the proposals a chart was compiled to compare the proposals on a number of areas and the following three firms had been chosen for the Council's consideration: Kennedy and Graven, Charted Jensen, Bell, Converse and Erickson, P.A. Sweeney, Borer and Sweeney. 12/13/99 -21- r Councilmember Hilstrom requested interviews to review the above three firms since all three firms are good candidates. Council discussed the previous process and the advantage of having interviews. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to interview all three firms and to have staff prepare a proposed process for the Council. Mr. McCauley suggested if the Council were to select an interview process that interviews should be done as a Council and that this item could be brought back to the Council on January 10, 2000, on how to proceed. 10. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. City Clerk Mayor 12/13/99 -22-