HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998 03-16 CCM Special Work 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
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
MARCH 16, 1998
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in a special work session and was called to order by Mayor
Myrna Kragness at 7 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 Jane
Chambers, Community Activities, Recreation and Services Director Jim Glasoe, Community
Development Director Brad Hoffinan, and Recording Secretary Mary Schendel.
PRESENTATION BY OWNERSHIP REPRESENTATIVE CONCERNING BROOKDALE
UPDATE
Mayor Kragness introduced Lance Sturgis and Michael Romelotti representing Talisman Companies,
with Mr. Sturgis describing an overview of the anticipated renovation project to take place at
Brookdale Mall. Mr. Sturgis explained he was a week away from providing a full presentation and
agreed to have some materials available for the Council to view at Brookdale on March 24. Mr.
Sturgis stated the McComb Research Stud supports a major renovation for the Mall with an
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interactive mix of entertainment, food, and retail shopping for its customers. Mayor Kragness
referred to the increase in employment opportunities which would benefit the citizens. Discussion
followed concerning access to Brookdale and Highway 100 construction plans. Councilmember.
Hilstrom spoke of concerns about theater development. ' Mayor Kragness and City Manager
McCauley discussed the issues of special use permits and tax forfeited property.
REPORT BY COUNCILMEMBER CARMODY ON LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES
LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE
Councilmember Carmody cited information stating budget surplus issues were addressed at the
League Conference along with information concerning a parallel grant allowing for a special services
tax. She also spoke of the Board of Innovation and Cooperation in Government which gives money
for innovative ideas to address city issues.
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REPORT ON MEETING WITH METRO TRANSIT
Councilmember Carmody attended the Metro Transit meeting and gave an update on the discussion
of the issues around a transit hub at Brookdale.
DISCUSSION OF TRANSPORTATION REPORT
The city manager outlined the transportation study development for the Council and the April
deadline to decide if the City would continue in the Five Cities transportation program. City
Manager McCauley then asked Community Activities, Recreation and Services Director Glasoe to
present his study of transportation providers, transit services, specialty transportation options, and
other programs to the Council. Issues discussed included priorities of medical transportation vs.
social programs, after school bus use, budget concerns, and availability. Councilmember Carmody
compared Five Cities Senior Transportation's analysis with other medical transportation programs.
Mayor Kragness and Councilmember Hilstrom raised a concern regarding citizens being able to
access transportation for medical appointments and suggested a community bus to run throughout
the City during daytime hours. Mr. Glasoe spoke of expanded MCTO routes as another alternative
for meeting medical appointment needs throughout the metro area. City Manager McCauley
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explained the option for cities to "opt out" of the metro transit services and provide its own services
that existed during a limited period of time. Both Plymouth and Maple Grove operate separate
transit systems. Councilmember Lasman spoke of sharing school bus transportation during daytime
hours.
Councilmembers addressed the issues of a growing population of people without cars and the
necessity to provide transportation within the City to promote: City businesses. Further work would
be done to research specific questions raised by the Council with a report back in April.
RECESS
The Council recessed at 9:30 p.m. and reconvened at 9:33 p.m.
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DISCUSSION OF COMMUNITY CENTER & CITY HALL
City Manager McCauley requested feedback from the Council whether discussions should proceed
with other governmental units in connection with the planning process for the Community Center
and City Hall.
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
The Council requested minutes relating to deferred loans be addressed at the Council meeting.
Councilmember Hilstrom asked when the Council would address the Marquette Study
recommendations for the Heritage Center at a work session.
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ADJOURNMENT
A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adjourn the
meeting at 9:55 p.m. passed unanimously.
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City Clerk Mayor
Recorded and transcribed by:
Mary Schendel
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