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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999 10-25 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 OCTOBER 25, 1999 CITY HALL 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM The Brooklyn Center City Council met in study session at 6:00 p.m., and continued to the informal open forum. 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, Community Development Director Brad Hoffman, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and City Clerk Sharon Knutson. No one appeared at the informal open forum. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Nelson to adjourn informal open forum at 6:57 p.m. passed unanimously. 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 7:02 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, Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and City Clerk Sharon Knutson. 10/25/99 -1- i 5. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Nelson reported on his attendance at the October 19, 1999, Housing Commission meeting. Councilmember Lasman reported that she attended the Park and Recreation Commission meeting on October 19, 1999. Mayor Kragness reported that she attended the October 22, 1999, Highway 100 Coalition meeting. 6. APPEARANCES RECOGNITION OF CHARTER COMMISSION MEMBER EILEEN OSLUND Charter Commission Chair Carl Wolter introduced Eileen Oslund and presented her with a desk set as a memento of her eight years of service on the Charter Commission, two of which she served as Chair. Mayor Kragness presented Eileen Oslund with a certificate of appreciation for her years of service on the Charter Commission. Ms. Oslund served on the Charter Commission from May 8, 1991, to May 8, 1999. PAT MILTON: YOUTH SUMMIT Pat Milton addressed the City Council to encourage participation in the upcoming Superintendents' Summit on Asset Building for Youth to be held Saturday, November 6, 1999, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Brooklyn Center Community Center. Ms. Milton explained that this is a collaborative planning session led by the school districts of Brooklyn Center, Anoka- Hennepin, and Osseo to find ways that schools can help the communities and vice versa. 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the agenda and consent agenda passed unanimously. 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the minutes of the October 11, 1999, study session and the October 11, 1999, regular session passed unanimously. i 10/25/99 -2- 7b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the following list of licenses passed unanimously. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Nielsen's Equipment & Design, Inc. 6318 Lakeland Ave. N., Brooklyn Park Total Heating & Air Cond. Inc. 3307 Vera Cruz Ave. N., Crystal RENTAL Renewal: 4220 Lakeside Ave. N. Richard Arntson 7e. RESOLUTION AMENDING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LEVY ROLL NOS. 14565 AND 14566 TO PROVIDE FOR THE DEFERMENT OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS RESOLUTION NO. 99 -157 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LEVY ROLL NOS. 14565 AND 14566 TO PROVIDE FOR THE DEFERMENT OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS 8a. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23 OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY ORDINANCES BY ADDING NEW SECTIONS 23 -2301 THROUGH 23 -2314 THERETO ESTABLISHING LICENSE REGULATIONS FOR TATTOO AND BODY PIERCING ESTABLISHMENTS RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FEES FOR TATTOO AND BODY PIERCING ESTABLISHMENT LICENSES AND INVESTIGATIONS THEREOF City Manager Michael McCauley stated that the ordinance amendment adds a section regulating tattoo and body piercing establishments. The adoption of this ordinance would implement what the City Council has requested in order to be consistent with other City ordinances regulating similar type establishments with regard to location and distance from schools, churches, day care centers, etc. Mr. McCauley also indicated that a draft resolution had been prepared which establishes fees 10/25/99 -3- for tattoo and body piercing establishments. The fees were based on a survey conducted of other cities which license tattoo and body piercing establishments. A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to open the Public Hearing passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to close the Public Hearing passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 99 -17 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23 OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY ORDINANCES BY ADDING NEW SECTIONS 23 -2301 THROUGH 23 -2314 THERETO ESTABLISHING LICENSE REGULATIONS FOR TATTOO AND BODY PIERCING ESTABLISHMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -158 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FEES FOR TATTOO AND BODY PIERCING ESTABLISHMENT LICENSES AND INVESTIGATIONS THEREOF The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEM 9a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 99009 SUBMITTED BY PROGRESSIVE CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. REQUEST FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) AMENDMENT TO CONSTRUCT A 122 UNIT, THREE STORY MOTEL 6 COMPLEX ON VACANT PROPERTY WEST OF THE EXTENDED STAY AMERICA SITE. THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF THIS APPLICATION AT ITS OCTOBER 14,1999, MEETING. 10/25/99 -4- RESOLUTION REGARDING DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 99009 SUBMITTED ON BEHALF OF MOTEL 6 OPERATING LP Mr. McCauley introduced Planning Commission Application No. 99009 submitted by Progressive Consulting Engineers, Inc. requesting a Planned Unit Development (PUD) amendment to construct a 122 unit, three story Motel 6 complex on vacant property west of the Extended Stay America site. Mr. McCauley referred to a letter from John Connelly, Executive Director of North Metro Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Bureau, which was included in the Council materials. The letter indicates there appears to be a sufficient demand for the hospitality industry in the North Metro area to support additional hotel /motel development. Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren gave an overview of Planning Commission Application No. 99009. He explained the site is located just west of Extended Stay America on the southerly portion of the vacant parcel. In March 1998, the City Council granted a rezoning of the area known as the Shingle Creek 5th Addition from I -1 to PUD/I -1 along with the first phase site and building plan approval for the Extended Stay America. Mr. Warren reviewed the requirements set forth by the Planning Commission regarding access /parking, grading /drainage /utilities, landscaping, building elevation, lighting /trash, and the variance for a directional sign. With regard to the requested variance for a directional sign, Mr. Warren noted that he is aware of three similar instances in which the Council has approved the variance: 1) General Cinema complex at the Perkins property; 2) Brookdale Ford at the Brookdale Square site; and 3) various businesses in the Industrial Park area located on Parkway Circle. Mr. Randy Lee, Director of Real Estate & Development for Motel 6 Operating LP, was present to answer questions raised by the Council. Councilmember Nelson inquired as to the height of the directional sign. Mr. Lee responded that the sign would be located just above the shrub level. Councilmember Hilstrom indicated that she had voted against the original plat in March 1998 because it was the last large remaining parcel of land left in Brooklyn Center and she believed it was the wrong direction for the City to be headed for the entire parcel. The parcel has since been divided and she will support the development because it is compatible with the previous development. She commended City staff for providing materials which demonstrate that the area will support the development. Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 99 -159 RESOLUTION REGARDING DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 99009 SUBMITTED ON BEHALF OF MOTEL 6 OPERATING LP The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 10/25/99 -5- 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. PROCLAMATION DECLARING NOVEMBER 21- 28,1999, TO BE BIBLE WEEK Mayor Kragness read the proclamation. A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adopt Proclamation Declaring November 21 -28, 1999, to be Bible Week passed unanimously. 10b. RESOLUTION ADOPTING GOALS FOR 2000 Mr. McCauley said the City Council met in a facilitated work session on September 18, 1999, to discuss and establish goals and objectives for year 2000. The goals set forth in the proposed resolution are the result of the discussions amongst the Council in the course of the facilitated work session. Councilmember Nelson stated that the goals established did not include some of the goals which he believes are important. Mayor Kragness explained that the Council worked hard at its facilitated work session to establish goals which are measurable and obtainable. She suggested that the next facilitated work session may address other issues which were not set out as goals for 2000. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -160 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING GOALS FOR 2000 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. loc. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF A METROENVIRONMENT PARTNERSHIP GRANT APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED PALMER LAKE IMPROVEMENTS Mr. McCauley explained that a study of the Palmer Lake Basin had been completed and proposed projects have been developed which are intended to improve water quality, reduce sources of nonpoint pollution, and eliminate problems with trail settlement and trail flooding. The Metropolitan Council operates a grant program to improve water quality by helping fund nonpoint source pollution reduction projects, and the proposed Palmer Lake improvements fall into that category. The grant requires at least a 25 percent match from the City, and the match funds would come from the funds already budgeted for the Palmer Lake Basin improvement. 10/25/99 -6- RESOLUTION NO. 99-161 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF A METROENVIRONMENT PARTNERSHIP GRANT APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED PALMER LAKE IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. The motion passed unanimously. 10d. 2000 PUBLIC UTILITIES RATE STUDY - Resolution Adopting the 2000 Water Utility Rate Schedule - Resolution Adopting the 2000 Sanitary Sewer Utility Rate Schedule - Resolution Adopting the 2000 Storm Drainage Utility Rate Schedule - Resolution Adopting the 2000 Recycling Rates - Resolution Adopting the 2000 Water and Sanitary Sewer Hookup Rates Mr. McCauley explained that the City annually reviews public utility rates to determine their adequacy in meeting financial goals and supporting operations and capital projects. The proposed resolutions adopt the public utility rates for 2000 based on the public utility rate study. Public Works Director Diane Spector gave an overview of the proposed public utility rates for 2000. There is a slight increase in two of the funds for residential rates: Water —from $0.91 per 1,000 gallons to $0.94 per 1,000; Storm Drainage —from $9.50 per quarter to $10.00 per quarter. Sanitary Sewer and Recycling have no increases for 2000. Ms. Spector displayed a comparison of the public utility rates with other cities. Brooklyn Center water rates are one of the very lowest; sanitary sewer rates are in the middle range; storm drainage utility rates are one of the highest due to the City actively constructing substantial improvements. The overall increase for the average utility customer is 1.6% or $5.90 per year; 1.1 % for the average senior utility customer. Ms. Spector displayed a comparison of water utility rates for the average residential utility customer and the average senior utility customer. Councilmember Hilstrom pointed out that the annual charge for water for the average residential utility customer for 1999 is approximately $118 compared to the annual water charge for the average senior which is $28. Ms. Spector explained that the average senior only consumes approximately 7,000 gallons per quarter. Ms. Spector reported that the 1999 Water Quality Report has been distributed to residents. The USEPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) requires municipal water systems to report annually on the safety of the drinking water provided to their citizens. 10/25/99 -7- i RESOLUTION NO. 99 -162 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2000 WATER UTILITY RATE SCHEDULE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -163 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2000 SANITARY SEWER UTILITY RATE SCHEDULE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99-164 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2000 STORM DRAINAGE UTILITY RATE SCHEDULE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -165 I Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2000 RECYCLING RATES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. The motion passed unanimously. 10/25/99 -8- I RESOLUTION NO. 99 -166 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2000 WATER AND SANITARY SEWER HOOKUP RATES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. The motion passed unanimously. 10e. RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATED SALE OF $1,585,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 1999A Mr. McCauley explained that this resolution provides for the sale of General Obligation Bonds in the amount of $1,585,000. Consideration for the award of the Bonds will be by the City Council at its November 22, 1999, meeting. Mr. McCauley noted that the sale of Bonds will finance that portion of the cost of 1999 street reconstruction and storm sewer improvements which will be assessed. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -167 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATED SALE OF $1,585,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 1999A The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 10f. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1999 PAY PLAN, AUTHORIZING PERSONNEL CHANGES IN POLICE DEPARTMENT Mr. McCauley discussed the purpose of the resolution is to replace a sworn sergeant position with a non -sworn supervisor in the Police Department. The duties which were performed by the sergeant position were civilian in nature and would best be served by a non -sworn position. This will reduce the total number of sergeants from seven to six for the remainder of 1999 and the budget for 2000 will reflect six sergeants. 10/25/99 -9- RESOLUTION NO. 99 -168 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1999 PAY PLAN, AUTHORIZING PERSONNEL CHANGES IN POLICE DEPARTMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 11. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m. passed unanimously. 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