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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999 01-11 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 JANUARY 11, 1999 CITY HALL 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM There was no informal open forum due to the new /past Council reception. 2a. INVOCATION A moment of silence was observed. 2b. ADMINISTER CEREMONIAL OATH OF OFFICE City Clerk Sharon Knutson administered a ceremonial Oath of Office to Mayor Kragness, Councilmember Debra Hilstrom, and Councilmember Ed Nelson. 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 7:00 p.m. 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Debra Hilstrom, Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, and Robert Peppe. Also present: City Manager Michael J. McCauley, Assistant City Manager /HR Director Jane Chambers, Public Works Director Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Recording Secretary Maria Rosenbaum. 5. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Lasman attended the Financial Commission meeting on January 7, 1999, and discussed the purpose of their commission and wished to evaluate that purpose for the future and review RFP's and the General Fund Budget. 1/11/99 -1- 6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Motion passed unanimously. 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the minutes from the truth in taxation budget hearing on December 7, 1998, regular session on December 14, 1998, and special work session on December 17, 1998. Motion passed unanimously. 6b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously. BOWLING ALLEY Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Avenue North GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Holiday Stationstore #292 420 66th Avenue North Humboldt Unocal 76 6840 Humboldt Avenue North Mobil #504 6849 Brooklyn Boulevard Osseo - Brooklyn Bus Company 4435 68th Avenue North R & R Express Mart 1505 69th Avenue North Terry Presler Amoco 6044 Brooklyn Boulevard U.S. West 6540 Shingle Creek Parkway MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Architect Mechanical 3323 Skycroft Drive, Minneapolis PUBLIC DANCE AMF Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle RENTAL DWELLING Initial: Daniel Soffa 3606 58th Avenue North Daniel Soffa 5809 Brooklyn Boulevard Daniel Soffa 5801 Brooklyn Boulevard Laurie Nelson 7024 Fremont Avenue North Patricia Johnson 5707 Emerson Avenue North Randall Cook 5347 Brooklyn Boulevard 1/11/99 -2- Renewal: George Hanson 1510 69th Avenue North Henry Johnson 6736 Scott Avenue North Orval and Marya Hage 7215 Girard Avenue North Richard Olson 5818 Humboldt Avenue North William Washington 5239 -41 Drew Avenue North TAXICAB Town Taxi, #92 7000 57th Avenue North, Crystal TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT AMF Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle Applebee's 1347 Brookdale Center Brooklyn Center Municipal #2 6250 Brooklyn Boulevard Drug Emporium 5900 Shingle Creek Parkway Holi Deli Commissary #610 1700 Freeway Boulevard Holiday Stationstore #292 420 66th Avenue North Mobil #504 6849 Brooklyn Boulevard R & R Express Mart 1505 69th Avenue North SuperAmerica #4160 6545 West River Road T.G.I. Friday's 2590 Freeway Boulevard Terry Presler Amoco 6044 Brooklyn Boulevard Tobacco Warehouse, Inc. 6014 Shingle Creek Parkway Walgreen Company 6390 Brooklyn Boulevard RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE (RENEWAL) TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION TO OPERATE A PULL -TAB MACHINE AT THE DUOOS BROTHERS LEGION POST #630 RESOLUTION NO. 99 -01 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE (RENEWAL) TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION TO OPERATE A PULL -TAB MACHINE AT THE DUOOS BROTHERS LEGION POST #630 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 1/11/99 -3- 6c. APPLICATION FOR EXEMPT PERMIT - LG220 FOR MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SCHOOL, INC. TO HOLD AND EVENT AT THE EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER ON MARCH 7,1999 A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve the application for exempt permit - LG220 for Minneapolis Jewish Day School, Inc. Motion passed unanimously. 6d. APPLICATION FOR AUTHORIZATION FOR AN EXEMPTION FROM LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE (RAFFLE) FROM PROPER ECONOMIC RESOURCE MANAGEMENT FOR AN EVENT TO BE HELD AT THE EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER ON FEBRUARY 27,1999 A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve application for authorization for an exemption from lawful gambling license (raffle) from Proper Economic Resources Management. Motion passed unanimously. 6e. AWARD BID FROM CUSTOM FIRE APPARATUS, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $203,998 FOR A NEW SALVAGE TRUCK FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND ACCEPT DONATION OF $9,000 FROM THE FIRE RELIEF ASSOCIATION A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to award bid from Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. Motion passed unanimously. 6f. RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER RESOLUTION NO. 99-02 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 6g. RESOLUTION APPOINTING MICHAEL J. MCCAULEY AS DIRECTOR AND JIM GLASOE AS ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF HENNEPIN RECYCLING GROUP 1/11/99 -4- RESOLUTION NO. 99-03 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPOINTING MICHAEL J. MCCAULEY AS DIRECTOR AND JIM GLASOE AS ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF HENNEPIN RECYCLING GROUP The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 6h. RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY FUNDS RESOLUTION NO. 99 -04 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 6i. RESOLUTION SETTING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND INTERNAL LOAN INTEREST RATES FOR THE YEAR 1999 RESOLUTION NO. 99 -05 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION SETTING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND INTERNAL LOAN INTEREST RATES FOR THE YEAR 1999 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 6j. AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF ALLEY RIGHT OF WAY A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve first reading of ordinance and set February 8, 1999, for Public Hearing and second reading. Motion passed unanimously. 1/11/99 -5- 6k. RESOLUTION DECLARING COMMITMENT TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CHARTER, PLEDGING FAIR TREATMENT OF EMPLOYEES, DECLARING AGAINST CONFLICTS OF INTEREST AND MISUSE OF POSITIONS RESOLUTION NO. 99-06 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING COMMITMENT TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CHARTER, PLEDGING FAIR TREATMENT OF EMPLOYEES, DECLARING AGAINST CONFLICTS OF INTEREST AND MISUSE OF POSITIONS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 61. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS, AND AWARDING CONTRACTS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW WEST FIRE STATION 1998 -10 AND EAST FIRE STATION REMODELING 1998 -11 RESOLUTION NO. 99-07 Councilmember Layman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS, AND AWARDING CONTRACTS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW WEST FIRE STATION 1998 -10 AND EAST FIRE STATION REMODELING 1998 -11 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 6m. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH LOCAL 82 OF LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES REGARDING ON -CALL STATUS FOR DETECTIVES RESOLUTION NO. 99 -08, Councilmember Layman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH LOCAL 82 OF LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES REGARDING ON -CALL STATUS FOR DETECTIVES 1/11/99 -6- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 7. RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING COUNCILMEMBER RESOLUTION NO. 99 -09 Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF KATHLEEN CARMODY FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE AS COUNCIL MEMBER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS 8a. AN ORDINANCE VACATING A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT - REGAL ROAD DEVELOPMENT SECOND ADDITION City Manager Michael McCauley discussed this ordinance vacating a drainage and utility easement for REGAL ROAD DEVELOPMENT SECOND ADDITION is to allow Super America to acquire an additional strip of land along the south boundary of their property to accommodate a proposed car wash expansion. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one wished to address the Council. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE 01 E NO. 99 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE VACATING A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT - REGAL ROAD DEVELOPMENT SECOND ADDITION 1/11/99 -7- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 8b. AN ORDINANCE VACATING EASEMENTS FOR STREET PURPOSES - BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE STATION ADDITION Mr. McCauley discussed this ordinance was for part of the construction of the new police station replatting. Certain recorded easements on the property are no longer needed and two 30 -foot easements dedicated for public street purposes across the northwest rear of the property need to be vacated. The 30 -foot dedications were originally dedicated many years ago to provide for any possible extension of Irving Avenue North. 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. ORDINANCE NO. 99-02 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE VACATING EASEMENTS IN FOR STREET PURPOSES - BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE STATION ADDITION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 8c. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 7 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES RELATING TO STORAGE OF REFUSE CONTAINERS Mr. McCauley discussed the amendment to the City's ordinance relating to the storage of refuse containers. If this ordinance is approved containers must be placed behind the front setback of the residence. The ordinance was recommended by the neighborhood liaison to remove the current prohibition on having refuse containers in side or rear yards if visible from the street. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. 1/11/99 -8- Donn Escher, 3107 65th Avenue North, addressed the Council expressing his support on this ordinance. Dan Remiarz, 6201 June Avenue North, addressed the Council to comment on the distance of the placement of the containers. A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 99-03 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 7 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES RELATING TO STORAGE OF REFUSE CONTAINERS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 8d. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REGARDING THE MINNESOTA STATE BUILDING CODE Mr. McCauley advised that the State of Minnesota had adopted the 1997 version of the Uniform Building Code and 1996 National Electrical Code and that the ordinance would reflect this change along with adoption of applicable appendices. 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 Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 99 -04 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REGARDING THE MINNESOTA STATE BUILDING CODE 1/11/99 -9- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 8e. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 25-501,25-1003,25-1006,25-1010 AND 25 -1015 OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO RIGHT OF WAY PERMITS AND USES Mr. McCauley outlined the ordinance being amended to include the following: * amending Chapter 25 -501 to require a permit for private driveway or sidewalk construction which impacts the right -of -way * amending Chapter 25 -1003 to include additional exceptions * amending Chapter 25 -1006 to include additional exceptions * amending Chapter 25 -1010 to eliminate the permittee's option to pay the City to do the restoration work * amending Section 25 -1015 to require conformance with the Brooklyn Center Standard Design Plates 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 Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 99 -05 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 25 -501, 25 -1003, 25 -1006, 25 -1010 AND 25 -1015 OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO RIGHT OF WAY USES AND PERMITS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Nelson. Motion passed unanimously. 8f. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REGARDING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LAND (5001 DREW AVENUE NORTH) 1/11/99 -10- Mr. McCauley discussed this ordinance is amending Chapter 35 of the City ordinances to rezone the property at 5001 Drew Avenue North from C -2 to C -1, and that the Planning Commission recommended approval of this amendment. The re- zoning would be more restrictive than the current and would permit the owner to expand since only office /commercial uses would be allowed. The uses do not require as much setback as uses under C -2 which could be more intense. 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 Peppe to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 99 -06 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REGARDING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN LAND (5001 DREW AVENUE NORTH) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 9. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 9a. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 12 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES IMPLEMENTING A TIME OF SALE HOUSING INSPECTION, REQUIRING AN INSPECTION, DISCLOSURE OF CONSUMER INFORMATION CONCERNING THE CONDITION OF A DWELLING PRIOR TO ITS SALE, AND CORRECTION OF CERTAIN HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS Mr. McCauley summarized the information that was provided with the agenda materials. A notice in the City Newsletter and television notifications of this ordinance were published informing residents of tonight's public meeting. Since the beginning of this process, the market has changed dramatically toward buyer use of professional inspections. The Realtor's Association had use to this market change, changed it's position from support of this type of ordinance to a position favoring allowing the market place to deal with inspections. 1/11/99 -11- Councilmember Hilstrom stated that she had spoke to several residents and took a survey which resulted in 71.4 percent opposed, 25.4 percent in favor and 11.0 percent unknown. Mayor Kragness indicated that she received a letter from a resident regarding the issues faced with the purchase of their new home. Councilmember Nelson asked for an historical update. Ernie Erickson, Housing Commission Vice - Chair, was present to update Councilmember Nelson and the audience the time involved and the issues that have been undertaken. Mr. Erickson reviewed some of the questions and answers relating to the time of sale inspection program. Mayor Kragness added that one of the most important questions was, is the evaluation a warranty. No, the evaluation is not a guarantee or warranty. The housing evaluation report will be completed through visual inspection of the property. The evaluator cannot guarantee that problems will not occur after the inspection. Council further discussed the proposed amendments to the ordinance and what options residents would have if this ordinance was not amended. Mr. McCauley responded that there are resources and agencies available for first -time home buyers. This information can be obtained from the City's Community Development Department. During the discussion code enforcement was reviewed and, Mayor Kragness indicated that code enforcement has improved and that it is part of the residents responsibility to help the City with code enforcement. Councilmember Hilstrom stated that she was not supportive of the ordinance amendment. Councilmember Peppe and Councilmember Lasman agreed that they were also not supportive of the ordinance amendment and wanted to express genuine thanks to the Housing Commission for all the hard work they provided which had raised many issues and a productive discussion. Dan Remiarz, 6201 June Avenue North, Chuck Lenthe, 7007 Irving Avenue North, and William Anderson, 5507 Irving Avenue North, addressed the Council to express that they were opposed to the ordinance amendment. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to take no action on the proposed ordinance amendments. Motion passed unanimously. 9b. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES RELATING TO PAYMENT BY PAWNBROKERS AND SECONDHAND GOODS DEALERS FOR ITEMS PLEDGED AND LOCATION OF PAWNBROKERS Mr. McCauley reviewed the amendments to the ordinance and stated that the purpose of tonight's meeting is to set the public hearing and introduce the first reading. 1/11/99 -12- Councilmember Hilstrom stated that she was opposed to taking out the check cashing portions of the ordinance, however, was supportive of the addition to the place ineligible for license. Mr. McCauley discussed there are issues that need to be reviewed and that this item could be tabled until the January 25, 1999, meeting. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to table this ordinance amendment to January 25, 1999. Motion passed unanimously. 9c. SELECT PRESIDING OFFICERS - MAYOR PRO TEM AND ACTING MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Kragness requested ratification of Robert Peppe as Mayor pro tem and Debra Hilstrom as Acting Mayor pro tem. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to have Robert Peppe serve as Mayor pro tem and Debra Hilstrom to serve as Acting Mayor pro tem. Motion passed unanimously. 9d. APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL MEMBER TO SERVE AS CITY REPRESENTATIVE Mayor Kragness requested ratification of the following: Council Member Agency Councilmember Hilstrom League of Minnesota Cities Councilmember Nelson Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission Councilmember Peppe Association of Metropolitan Municipalities Mayor Kragness North Metro Mayors Association. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to appoint Councilmember Hilstrom to the League of Minnesota Cities, Councilmember Nelson to the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission, Councilmember Peppe to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities, and Mayor Kragness to the North Metro Mayors Association. Motion passed unanimously. 9e. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS OF COUNCIL LIAISONS TO CITY COMMISSIONS FOR 1999 Mayor Kragness requested ratification of the following Council Members to serve as Council Liaisons: 1/11/99 -13- Commission Council Member Financial Robert Peppe Housing Ed Nelson Human Rights and Resources Debra Hilstrom Park and Recreation Kay Lasman A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom ratify the mayoral nominations of Council Members to serve as liaisonsts to the above listed Commissions. Motion passed unanimously. 9L RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF MEMBERS WHO HAVE SERVED ON CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS Mayor Kragness recognized the following for serving on City Advisory Commissions: Mark Holmes, Planning Neng Yang, Human Rights and Resources Karyn Huemoeller, Human Rights and Resources Todd Cannon, Housing Sherry Maddox, Human Rights and Resources Ron Christensen, Financial Brian Walker, Planning Bonnie Jude, NW Hennepin Human Services Council Michael Weidner, Financial Jonathan Carter, Housing Ed Nelson, Planning Marcia Mehlhaff, NW Hennepin Human Services Council RESOLUTION NO. 99-10 Councilmember Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF MEMBERS WHO HAVE SERVED ON CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS The motion , for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously. 1/11/99 -14- 9g. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS Mayor Kragness requested ratification of the nominations to eh City Advisory Commissions: Financial Commission Jay Hruska 5012 North Lilac Drive Lawrence Peterson 5830 June Avenue North Housing Commission Lloyd Deuel 1606 72nd Avenue North Michael VonDeLinde 5312 Boulder Lane Mark Yelich 6018 Beard Avenue North Park and Recreation Commission Gail Ebert 1613 Irvin Lane ane Art Mead 3825 56th Avenue North Don Peterson 3715 58th Avenue North Planning Commission Graydon Boeck 5601 Indiana Avenue North Sean Rahn 601 70th Avenue North, #114 Dianne Reem 6225 Chowen Avenue North Tim Wilson Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission John Solomon 6819 Emerson Avenue North Councilmember Hilstrom requested to have a notice of vacancies in the City Newsletter. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to ratify the mayoral nominations. Motion passed unanimously. 9h. STATUS REPORT ON BROOKLYN BOULEVARD ROADWAY AND ENHANCEMENT PROJECTS Public Works Director Diane Spector reported on general information about the roadway and enhancement projects, detailed information about the project and about the enhancement project. Because Brooklyn Boulevard carries such high volume and there are few alternative routes, Hennepin County had determined that the roadway must stay open to traffic during construction. Maintaining access to businesses is a priority, as is maintaining access to and from the freeway. 1/11/99 -15- Hennepin County had scheduled construction over a two -year period, with the east half of the roadway to be constructed in 2000 and the west half in 2001. Enhancements would be constructed in 2001 or 2002. An Open House has been tentatively scheduled for Thursday, February 4, 1999, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Councilmember Hilstrom raised a question about the financing. Mr. McCauley responded that Hennepin County has come up with the final numbers, however, the quantity will be affected and there is grant money reserved. 9i. RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE CREATION OF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING (SOILS CONDITION) DISTRICT AND THE ADOPTION OF A TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN THEREFOR Mr. McCauley stated this resolution is before the Council tonight for approval of first reading and to set Public Hearing on February 8, 1999. The Tax Increment District, if approved, would encompass four current parcels including the Joslyn Pole Yard site. The four parcels have a combined market value of $2,005,600 with a net tax capacity of $68,621. The district as a soils district would have a statutory potential life of up to 20 years. In a soils district, TIF monies are primarily used to acquire property and pay for the cost of removal or remedial action of the contamination that qualifies the property as a soils district. The Joslyn Pole Yard site is listed as a federal "superfund site" because of the creosote contamination of the soil and ground water. An estimated total of $8,600,000 in necessary qualified site preparation costs have been identified that exceed the otherwise fair market value of the land. Of the $8.6 million, $6.4 million is directly related to soil cleanup and the balance is the additional cost of building acquisition and removal. At the public hearing the Council will consider a development agreement with Real Estate Recycling which is a small firm that specializes in the redevelopment of polluted sites. They are proposing to develop three phases corresponding to three reconfigured parcels. These uses will be office /warehouse /light industrial uses and will create more jobs in the City. RESOLUTION NO. 99 -11 Councilmember Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE CREATION OF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING (SOILS CONDITION) DISTRICT AND THE ADOPTION OF A TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN THEREFOR 1/11/99 -16- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 10. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to adjourn the meeting at 8:49 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. City Clerk ay Q I 1/11/99 -17-