HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998 12-14 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 14, 1998
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 Kathleen Carmody, Debra Hilstrom, Kay Lasman, and
Robert Peppe. Also present: City Manager Michael J. McCauley, Assistant City Manager/HR
Director Jane Chambers, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Recording Secretary Maria
Rosenbaum.
INFORMAL OPEN FORUM
Marjorie Holmes, 7207 Grimes Avenue North, addressed the Council regarding the playground at
Palmer Lake Elementary School. Ms. Holmes had requested money from the City to help improve
the 34 year old playground. It was the consensus of the Council to refer this request to the budget
process for the 2000 budget and input from the Park and Recreation Commission.
Earl Roland Bolier, 6825 Quail Avenue North, addressed the Council regarding concerns about
recreational fires and trucks parking along residential streets.
ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to adjourn the
informal open forum at 6:56 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
2. INVOCATION
A moment of silence was observed.
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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 7:06 p.m.
4. ROLL CALL
Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Debra Hilstrom, Kay Lasman, and
Robert Peppe. Also present: City Manager Michael J. McCauley, Assistant City Manager/HR
Director Jane Chambers, Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, Public Works Director Diane
Spector, Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and
Recording Secretary Maria Rosenbaum.
5. COUNCIL REPORT
There were no Council reports.
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. McCauley requested the addition of Item 9r, Resolution Authorizing Addendum to Employment
Contract with City Manager.
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the agenda
and consent agenda as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the
minutes from the regular session on November 23, 1998, and special work session on November 30,
1998. Motion passed unanimously.
6b. LICENSES
A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the
following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously.
POOL AND B ILLIARD TABLES
Chi -Chi's Inc. 4424 2101 Freeway Boulevard
BOWLING ALLEY
AMF Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle
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COURTESY BENCH
U.S. Bench Corporation 3300 Snelling Ave. N., Minneapolis
GASOLINE SERVICE STATION
Brookdale Citgo 5710 Xerxes Avenue North
Christy's Auto Service 5300 Dupont Avenue North
Iten Chevrolet Company 6701 Brooklyn Boulevard
Metropolitan Council Transit 6845 Shingle Creek Parkway
Seaport, Inc. 6830 Brooklyn Boulevard
SuperAmerica #4058 1901 57th Avenue North
SuperAmerica #4160 6545 West River Road
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Modern Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. 2318 1 st Street NE, Minneapolis
Northland Mechanical Contractors, Inc. 2900 Nevada Avenue North, New Hope
PUBLIC DANCE
Davidson Hotel d/b /a Minneapolis North Hilton 2200 Freeway Boulevard
POOL AND BILLIARD TABLES
C.D.L. 12322 Business Park Blvd, Champlin
RENTAL DWELLING
Initial:
Todd Bleeker 3306 Lawrence Road
Renewal:
Curtis Cady 1312 72nd Avenue North
Kenneth Solie Evergreen Park Manor
SIGN HANGER
Gruppo, Inc. 2835 Harriet Avenue South, Minneapolis
TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT
Brookdale Citgo 5710 Xerxes Avenue North
Brooklyn Center Municipal #1 1500 69th Avenue North
Brooklyn Center Municipal #3 1966 57th Avenue North
Davidson Hotel d/b /a Minneapolis North Hilton 2200 Freeway Boulevard
Duoos Brothers American Legion 4307 70th Avenue North
Fleming Companies, Inc. d/b /a Rainbow Foods 6350 Brooklyn Boulevard
Jerry's Enterprises, Inc. 5801 Xerxes Avenue North
K -Mart 5930 Earle Brown Drive
Seaport, Inc. 6830 Brooklyn Boulevard
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TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT - Continued
Speedway SuperAmerica LLC 1901 57th Avenue North
Tobacco Leaf 6300 Brooklyn Boulevard
Value Food Market 6804 Humboldt Avenue North
1999 LIQUOR LICENSES
Class A On -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License (80% or greater food) & Sundav
The Oliver Garden Italian Restaurant #1253 1601 James Circle North
Class B On -Sale Intoxicatin Liquor License (50% to 79% food & Sundav
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar 1347 Brookdale Mall
Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle North
Remington's 1501 Freeway Boulevard
Chi -Chi's Mexican Restaurante 2101 Freeway Boulevard
Hilton Hotel 2200 Freeway Boulevard
The Ground Round 2545 County Road 10
Class F & Sundav On -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License
D'Amico Catering at Earle Brown Heritage Center 6155 Earle Brown Drive
On -Sale Club Intoxicating Lia_uor License
American Legion 4307 70th Avenue North
On -Sale Wine Licenses
50's Grill 5524 Brooklyn Boulevard
Dayton's Brookdale Inn 1100 Brookdale Center
Denny's Restaurant #1284 3901 Lakebreeze Avenue North
Fuddruckers 5800 Shingle Creek Parkway
On -Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor Licenses
50's Grill 5524 Brooklyn Boulevard
Beacon Bowl 6525 West River Road
Chuckwagon Grill 1928 57th Avenue North
Centerbrook Golf Course & Central Park 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Davanni's Pizza and Hot Hoagies 5937 Summit Drive
Dayton's Brookdale Inn 1100 Brookdale Center
Denny's Restaurant #1284 3901 Lakebreeze Avenue North
Fuddruckers 5800 Shingle Creek Parkway
Scoreboard Pizza 6816 Humboldt Avenue North
Denny's #6887 6405 James Circle
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Off -Sale 3.2 Malt Liauor Licenses
Holiday Stationstore #292 420 66th Avenue North
Jerry's New Market Brookdale 5801 Xerxes Avenue North
Rainbow Foods 6350 Brooklyn Boulevard
SuperAmerica #4160 6545 West River Road
SuperAmerica #4058 1901 57th Avenue North
Value Food 6804 Humboldt Avenue North
PAWN SHOP LICENSE
Cash n Pawn 1950 57th Avenue North, Suite 964
6c. SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE RELEASES
- Minnesota State High School League (2100 Freeway Boulevard)
-Cross of Glory Lutheran Church (5929 Brooklyn Boulevard)
- Sunlite III, LLP (6601 Shingle Creek Parkway)
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the site
performance guarantee releases. Motion passed unanimously.
6d. RESOLUTION DECLARING THAT THE CITY DOES NOT WAIVE THE
STATUTORY LIMIT ON MUNICIPAL TORT LIABILITY FOR THE
PURPOSE OF RENEWING INSURANCE POLICIES FOR THE 1999 YEAR
RESOLUTION NO. 98-213
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DECLARING THAT THE CITY DOES NOT WAIVE THE STATUTORY LIMIT
ON MUNICIPAL TORT LIABILITY FOR THE PURPOSE OF RENEWING INSURANCE
POLICIES FOR THE 1999 YEAR
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. 1998-12, CONTRACT
1998 -0, LANDSCAPE NODES UPGRADE
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -214
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT,
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998 -12, CONTRACT 1998 -0, LANDSCAPE NODES
UPGRADE
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
6f. RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1, AND
SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 1, ACCEPTING WORK
PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 1998 -26, CONTRACT 1998 -G, RELOCATION OF 16"
WATER MAIN AND APPURTENANCES AT WEST FIRE STATION
RESOLUTION NO. 98-215
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1, AND SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT
NO. 1, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT,
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998-26, CONTRACT 1998 -G, RELOCATION OF 16" WATER
MAIN AND APPURTENANCES AT WEST FIRE STATION
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
6g. AN ORDINANCE VACATING A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT -
REGAL ROAD DEVELOPMENT SECOND ADDITION
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve first
reading of an ordinance vacating a drainage and utility easement - REGAL ROAD
DEVELOPMENT SECOND ADDITION and set January 11, 1999, for public hearing and second
reading. Motion passed unanimously.
6h. AN ORDINANCE VACATING EASEMENTS FOR STREET PURPOSES -
BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE STATION WEST
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve first
reading of an ordinance vacating easements for street purposes - BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE
STATION WEST and set January 11, 1999, for public hearing and second reading. Motion passed
unanimously.
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6i. RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO, 1, CHANGE ORDER
NO. 2, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL
PAYMENT, MISCELLANEOUS SIDEWALK REMOVAL, REPLACEMENT
AND INSTALLATION, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1997 -16,
CONTRACT 1997 -K
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -216
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDERNO.1, CHANGE ORDERNO.2, ACCEPTING
WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, MISCELLANEOUS
SIDEWALK REMOVAL, REPLACEMENT AND INSTALLATION, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NO. 1997 -16, CONTRACT 1997 -K
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
6j. APPROVAL OF MINNESOTA AUTO THEFT PREVENTION GRANT
APPLICATION
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the
application for the Minnesota Auto Theft Prevention Grant. Motion passed unanimously.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
7a. 1999 -2003 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
1. RESOLUTION APPROVING 1999 -2003 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM
Mr. McCauley discussed that the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) includes all capital projects
to be undertaken by the City except some projects at the Earle Brown Heritage Center (EBHC),
which are detailed in a separate CIP.
Public Works Director Diane Spector gave an overview of the CIP and asked the Council if they had
any questions before opening the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Hilstrom asked when the Council would have a report on the Brooklyn Boulevard
project and when this project is expected to be completed. Ms. Spector responded that a status report
will be given at the January 11, 1999, City Council meeting and that the project is anticipated to be
started in 2000 and will not be completed until 2002.
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A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to open the Public
Hearing. Motion passed unanimously.
No one wished to address the Council.
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to close the Public
Hearing. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-217,
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING 1999 -2003 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
7b. CONSIDERATION OF 1999 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 the Year 1999
Mr. McCauley requested discussion of the two proposed tax levies first and then discussion of the
proposed fund budgets before opening the Public Hearing. It was noted that the two tax levies would
be approved under one motion and the resolutions for the proposed fund budgets would also be
approved under one motion.
Mr. McCauley gave an overview of the proposed revenues and expenditures. The revenues had
increased 2.41% with a total for 1999 of $317,350. The rate increase is not sufficient to keep up
with the increased costs of personnel over time. Personnel costs represent 62.42% of the 1999
General Fund Budget. Real estate taxes account for 56% of the General Fund revenues, and
Intergovernmental revenues, primarily form the State of Minnesota, are increasing only 1.06% over
1998. The State increased the costs of pension contributions in 1998, but only funded the resulting
increase at the 1998 levels. The increased pension costs as salaries rise are solely the burden of the
City. Permit fees and miscellaneous taxes, comprised primarily of lodging taxes, account for the
only other significant increase in revenues.
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The 1997 State Legislature instituted changes in the real estate tax system. For taxes payable in
1999, lower class rates will be in effect for commercial, industrial, and apartment properties. These
class rate reductions have the impact of shifting some of the tax costs to single family residential
properties. Mr. McCauley reviewed the tax capacity and market values comparing 1996, 1997, 1998
and 1999.
Councilmember Hilstrom asked why the expenditures exceeded the proposed revenues relating to
the tax increment financing district 2. Mr. McCauley responded that tax increment financing district
2 had a shortfall that tributed to the decrease in class rates for commercial industrial property. This
district previously had a positive cash flow until the Legislature reduced the class rates for
commercial industrial property. Mr. McCauley advised that he recently received an analysis from
Springsted regarding projected tax increment financing revenues and expenditures for all three
districts. The delay in receiving information results from the fact that Hennepin County does not
have final numbers until December. This matter will be brought back to the Council with proposed
methods of addressing the shortfall in tax increment financing district 2, which options could include
using excess revenues from tax increment financing district 3.
A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to open the Public
Hearing. Motion passed unanimously.
No one wished to address the Council.
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to close the Public
Hearing. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -218
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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 THE YEAR 1999
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
b. Resolution to Authorize a Final Tax Levy for 1999 Appropriations
for the General Fund, the Debt Service Funds, the E.D.A. Fund, and
the H.R.A. Fund Budgets
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RESOLUTION NO. 98 -219
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A FINAL TAX LEVY FOR 1999 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 1999 Proposed Budget for the General Fund
b. Resolution to Adopt the 1999 Proposed Budgets for the Special
Revenue Funds
C. Resolution to Adopt the 1999 Proposed Budgets for the Capital
Projects Fund
d. Resolution to Adopt the 1999 Proposed Budgets for the Enterprise
Funds
e. Resolution to Adopt the 1999 Proposed Budgets for the Internal
Service Funds
RESOLUTION NO. 98-220,
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1999 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE GENERAL FUND
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO,, 98 -221
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1999 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE SPECIAL REVENUE
FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION NO. 98 -222
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1999 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE CAPITAL PROJECTS
FUND
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -223
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1999 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE ENTERPRISE FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -224
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Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1999 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE INTERNAL SERVICE
FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Peppe. Motion passed unanimously.
S. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
8a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 98027 SUBMITTED BY
WILLIAM VETTER AND ROBERT PETERSON. REQUEST FOR A
VARIANCE TO ALLOW A METES AND BOUNDS DIVISION OF
PROPERTY. THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED
APPROVAL OF THIS APPLICATION AT ITS DECEMBER 3, 1998,
MEETING.
Mr. McCauley discussed Planning Commission Application No. 98027 submitted by William Vetter
and Robert Peterson requesting a variance to allow a metes and bounds division of property. The
Planning Commission recommended approval of this application at its December 3, 1998, meeting
subject to the following conditions:
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1. The legal descriptions and survey showing the division of Lot 3, Block 1, Bing's
Addition No. 2 shall be filed with Hennepin County.
2. Once these legal descriptions have been established, the City Assessor is authorized
to allow the combination of the divided property to the adjacent Lot 2 and Lot 4,
Bing's Addition No. 2 for tax purposes.
A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve Planning
Commission Application 98027 subject to the above listed conditions. Motion passed unanimously.
9. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
9a. UPDATE ON 69TH AVENUE PROJECT
Mr. McCauley reported to the Council that there are two residential properties on the 69th Avenue
project that have not been acquired or optioned by the developer. The change since the last report
is a tentative agreement for one additional house.
Two commercial properties also have not been optioned. Council discussed the progress of the
development and what the Developer David Nelson will need to provide by December 31, 1998.
Council further discussed what will happen if Mr. Nelson does not comply with the agreement. This
item will be on the January 11, 1999, agenda for Council consideration.
9b. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT OF THE
BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB IN SUPPORT OF THE ANNUAL
KID'S SHOPPING KORNER ACTIVITY
Mr. McCauley discussed this resolution was to express appreciation to the Brooklyn Center
Women's Club who presented to the City a donation of three hundred dollars and has designated that
it be used for the Kid's Shopping Korner activity.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -225
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT OF THE BROOKLYN
CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB IN SUPPORT OF THE ANNUAL KID'S SHOPPING KORNER
ACTIVITY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously.
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9c. PROPOSED 1999 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
Mr. McCauley requested modifying the proposed 1999 City Council meeting schedule to reflect that
the January 11, 1999, City Council meeting would not have an Open Forum. A reception for
departing Councilmember Kathleen Carmody and new Councilmember Ed Nelson will be held at
6:40 p.m. in lieu of Open Forum.
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the 1999
City Council Meeting Schedule as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
9d. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION REPORT ON COMMUNITY
MEETINGS REGARDING PARK IMPROVEMENTS
Mr. McCauley reported that the Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Commission prepared a report
on Community Meetings Regarding Park Improvements. Included in the report is a brief
introduction, an individual meeting summary and the Commission's final recommendations that
were developed earlier this month.
Mr. McCauley highlighted the recommendations from the report which included:
* The revised parks classification system is consistent with the current recreational needs
of the community.
* The current five year plan for park improvements recognizes the need to provide well
maintained facilities and is consistent with the identified needs related to park amenities.
* The capital improvements plan should be re- evaluated on a regular basis to assure it
continues to reflect the current needs.
A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to receive the report
on Community Meetings Regarding Park Improvements. Motion passed unanimously.
It was noted that these improvements will be incorporated into the next budget cycle.
9e. PROPOSAL FROM BROOKLYN CENTER HIGH SCHOOL REGARDING
FIREHOUSE PARK
Mr. McCauley reported staff was approached by representatives of the Brooklyn Center School
District regarding a proposal to add softball facilities at Firehouse Park for girl's softball.
Construction of the softball facilities would be at the school district's expense. The request also asks
for the City to jointly participate in the basketball court relocation.
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Council discussed the proposal and if the new softball facilities would be for the school district uses
only. The new softball facilities would be a used by the school district during the girl's season and
would be for City use during the balance of the year. The maintenance of this facility would
primarily be the City's responsibility.
Councilmember Hilstrom was in favor of relocating the basketball court, however, expressed
concern about one of the locations proposed. It was the consensus of the Council that the relocation
of the basketball court should take the location of houses into consideration. Public Works Director
Diane Spector advised that the Public Works Department planned to seek neighborhood input on the
location for the basketball court.
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to direct staff to work
with the school district to prepare an agreement regarding the improvements, cost sharing, and
maintenance responsibilities. Motion passed unanimously.
9f. APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FOR EXEMPT PERMIT FROM
EVERGREEN PARK ELEMENTARY PTO FOR AN EVENT TO BE HELD
JANUARY 22,1999
Mr. McCauley stated this application was for approval of an exempt permit from Evergreen Park
Elementary PTO for an event to be held January 22, 1999.
Councilmember Carmody stated that she would not participate in discussion or vote because of her
position on the PTO.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to approve application
for exempt permit from Evergreen Park Elementary PTO. Motion passed with Councilmember
Carmody abstaining.
9g. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 25-501,25-1003,25-1006,25-1010,
AND 25 -1015 OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER ORDINANCES
1. RESOLUTION ADOPTING RIGHT -OF -WAY PERMIT FEE
AND RESTORATION BOND RATE SCHEDULE
Mr. McCauley stated this ordinance is to keep the City's ordinances up -to -date.
A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve first
reading and set January 11, 1999, for second reading and public hearing. Motion passed
unanimously.
It was noted that a resolution was prepared to adopt permit fees and restoration bond amounts for
the work done within the right -of -way for collector /arterial streets and other streets.
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RESOLUTION NO. 98 -226
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ADOPTING RIGHT -OF -WAY PERMIT FEE AND RESTORATION BOND
RATE SCHEDULE
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously.
9h. RESOLUTION RELATING TO FEES FOR PAWNBROKERS AND
SECONDHAND GOODS DEALERS LICENSES AND INVESTIGATIONS
THEREOF; REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 92-15
Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution amends Resolution No. 92 -15 and sets the fee for
secondhand goods dealers to be $750 per year, plus $1.50 per transaction.
Dan Kealey from Disc Go Round addressed the Council regarding the proposed resolution. Mr.
Kealey wanted to verify from the Council that it was correct that he would be charged $750 per year,
plus only $1.50 per transaction.
Council discussed the items that need to be reported for the $1.50 per transaction fee. After further
discussion Councilmember Hilstrom asked if the language in the resolution could be changed to add
the word reportable to the $1.50 per transaction fee.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -227
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution with inclusion of the word
"reportable" being added to the $1.50 per transacation fee and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION RELATING TO FEES FOR PAWNBROKERS AND SECONDHAND GOODS
DEALERS LICENSES AND INVESTIGATIONS THEREOF; REPEALING RESOLUTION NO.
92 -15
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Hilstrom as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
9i. 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
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t his item be tabled to the January 11, 1999, meeting because the City
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Attorney had advised that another section needs to be amended also to accomplish the
reommendation of the Planning Commission on distances.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, second by Councilmember Carmody to table 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 to the January 11, 1999, meeting.
Motion passed unanimously.
9j. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SCHEDULE FOR BUILDING PERMIT
FEES
Mr. McCauley advised that the State of Minnesota has adopted the version of the Uniform Building
Code. This resolution would amend the fees to confirm to the new State building code.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-228,
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SCHEDULE FOR BUILDING PERMIT FEES
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously.
9k. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES
REGARDING THE MINNESOTA STATE BUILDING CODE
Mr. McCauley discussed that the specific apendices will be added to the ordinance for the second
reading and that this ordinance was offered tonight for first reading and to set public hearing and
second reading for January 11, 1999.
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve first
reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 3 of the City Ordinances regarding the Minnesota State
Building Code and set January 11, 1999, for public hearing and second reading. Motion passed
unanimously.
91. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 7 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES
RELATING TO STORAGE OF REFUSE CONTAINERS
Mr. McCauley discussed this ordinance is amending Chapter 7 of the City Ordinances relating to
the storage of refuse containers in front of homes and is offered tonight for first reading and to set
second reading and public hearing for January 11, 1999.
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This ordinance recommendation reflects the suggestions of the neighborhood liasion.
A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve first
reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 7 of the City Ordinances relating to storage of refuse
containers and set January 11, 1999, for public hearing and second reading. Motion passed
unanimously.
9M. RESOLUTIONS APPROVING BID PACKAGES FOR EARLE BROWN
HERITAGE CENTER BUILDING ADDITIONS AND RENOVATIONS
Mr. McCauley discussed bids were received for the expansion of the Earle Brown Heritage Center
and recommended the Council authorize to enter into agreements with the thirteen recommended
low bidders.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-229
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3031 -
EB: BUILDING AND SITE CONCRETE
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -230
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3061 -
EB: CARPENTRY AND DEMOLITION
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -231
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3071 -
EB: EPDM AND METAL ROOFING
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-232,
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3081 -
EB: ALUMINUM, GLASS AND GLAZING
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-233,
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3082 -
EB: HOLLOW METAL, WOOD DOOR AND HARDWARE - SUPPLY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-234
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FORBID DIVISION 3091A-
EB: CARPET AND RESILIENT FLOORING
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-235
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3091B-
ED: HARD TILE
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION NO. 98-236
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3092 -
EB: ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -237
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3093 -
EB: PAINTING
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -238
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3101 -
EB: OPERABLE FOLDING PARTITIONS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -239
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3151-
1 EB: PLUMBING AND HVAC
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION NO. 98-240
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3152 -
EB: FIRE PROTECTION
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-241,
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID DIVISION 3161 -
EB: ELECTRICAL
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
9n. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT TO HOUSING COMMISSION
Mayor Kragness requested ratification from the Council of her nomination of Mary Hurkman, 5113
Howe Lane, to the Housing Commission.
Councilmember Carmody stated that she objects to Ms. Hurkman due to a conflict of interest in Ms.
Hurkman's employment with Community Action of Suburban Hennepin. Mayor Kragness indicated
that she had discussed potential conflict of interest due to Ms. Hurkman's employment with
Community Action Suburban Hennepin County and been advised by Ms. Hurkman that she may be
changing jobs in the very near future. Additionally, Mayor Kragness responded that based on her
conversation with Ms. Hurkman she did not feel that there would be a conflict of interest between
serving on the Housing Commission, where she would be one of several Housing Commissioners
and Ms. Hurkman's employment. Mayor Kragness stated that it was important to have a number
of view points on the Housing Commission and that Ms. Hurkman as a resident of Brooklyn Center
with experience in rental housing would provide that perspective and balance.
There was a motion by Councilmember Hilstrom to ratify the Mayor's nomination of Mary Hurkman
to the Housing Commission. The motion died for lack of a second.
Mayor Kragness then requested ratification from the Council of Muhammed Okoya- Lawal, 6910
Humboldt Avenue North, #311, to the Housing Commission.
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A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to ratify the Mayor's
nomination of Muhammed Okoya -Lawal to the Housing Commission with term expiring December
31, 1999. Motion passed unanimously.
90. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS, AND AWARDING CONTRACTS FOR
POLICE STATION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998 -09,
CONSTRUCTION OF NEW WEST FIRE STATION 1998 -10 AND EAST
FIRE STATION REMODELING NO. 1998-11
Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution was to award contracts for work at the East and new
West Fire Stations.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -242
Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS, AND AWARDING CONTRACTS FOR POLICE STATION
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998 -09, CONSTRUCTION OF NEW WEST FIRE STATION
1998 -10 AND EAST FIRE STATION REMODELING NO. 1998 -11
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Carmody. Motion passed unanimously.
9p. RESOLUTION SETTING SALARIES AND BENEFITS FOR THE
CALENDAR YEAR 1999
Mr. McCauley discussed the proposed pay plan and informed the Council that there is no contract
with the Police Officers at this time. Negotiations are in process.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -243
Councilmember Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION SETTING SALARIES AND BENEFITS FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1999
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Lasman. Motion passed unanimously.
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9q. REPORT ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT HOME
REHABILITATION LOAN OPTIONS
Mr. McCauley reported that staff investigated the use of Community Development Block Grant and
whether there would be any CDBG eligible ways to approach targeted rehabilitation.
The options for use of CDBG money are the current fix -up loan program, a policy change to use
those monies for social programs or for 53rd Avenue or another similar project. Community
Development Specialist Tom Bublitz met with both the Hennepin County Office of Planning and
Development and the Greater Minneapolis Metropolitan Housing Corporation's Northwest Housing
Resource Center to discuss options for housing rehabilitation in the City of Brooklyn Center.
Mr. McCauley discussed the summary of those meetings. An option of focusing on rehabilitation
would be to do a one year concerted effort at targeting a specific portion of the southeast portion of
the city using the Great Minneapolis Metropolitan Housing Corporation ( GMMHC) and its
resources.
Mr. Bublitz also suggested targeting a specific area. Mr. McCauley suggested ask the GMMHC
what it could do on a targeted basis. Staff would then report back to the Council.
The Council discussed scattered site acquisitions. The amount of money allocated to rehabilitation
loans would allow for one acquisition every two years. The lack of impact from scattered site
acquisitions was why the Council chose to pursue the 53rd Avenue project to have a definite impact
from a project. Scattered site acquisitions also requires repayment of land value after its re -sale.
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to pursue the concept
of a targeted marketing effort and prepare a formal program for consideration by the Council.
Motion passed unanimously.
9r. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADDENDUM TO EMPLOYMENT
CONTRACT WITH CITY MANAGER
RESOLUTION NO. 98-244
Councilmember Carmody 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
Hilstrom. Motion passed unanimously.
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9. ADJOURNMENT
A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to adjourn the
meeting at 9:17 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
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