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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998 05-26 CCM Regular Session CORRECTION 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 MAY 26, 1998 CITY HALL 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER I NFORMAL O PEN 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, Director of Public Works Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and City Clerk Sharon Knutson. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM Bob Huber, 5603 Indiana Avenue North, addressed the Council on behalf of the residents of the Indiana neighborhood. He explained the neighbors are disappointed that they were not notified of the proposed subdivision at 5621 Indiana Avenue North, especially as it relates to the linkage of Indiana and June Avenues. He raised the following questions: 1) what options were proposed, if any; 2) will the streets be upgraded; 3) will there be a neighborhood survey regarding the project; 4) have there been any studies on the linkage of the streets; 5) have there been any environmental studies; 6) is this part of the street improvement plan; and 7) are the costs being spread out to the homeowners along Indiana. He urged the Council to table this proposed project until the neighborhood could provide input. Wayne Paulson, 5330 Colfax Avenue North, appeared before the Council to request that the Police be given more authority to provide stricter enforcement as it relates to barking dogs. He would like to see a change to allow the Police to remove a barking dog from the premises even when the owner is not present. He also suggested that the City impose a curfew on dogs and recommended that dogs are not allowed to be outside for extended periods of time between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. 5/26/98 -1- ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adjourn informal open forum passed unanimously. Informal open forum adjourned at 6:58 p.m. 2. INVOCATION Ulyssess Boyd offered the invocation. 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 7:01 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, Director of Public Works Diane Spector, City Engineer Scott Brink, Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, Director of Community Development Brad Hoffinan, Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and City Clerk Sharon Knutson. 5. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Carmody reported her attendance at the Park and Recreation Commission meeting. Councilmember Peppe said the Housing Commission is looking forward to passage of the time of sale ordinance which is on tonight's agenda. Councilmember Lasman stated the Financial Commission has been working on a policy change regarding Council compensation, and the Financial Commission Chairperson is scheduled on this evening's agenda to provide a report and recommendation. 6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the agenda and consent agenda passed unanimously. 5/26/98 -2- 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve minutes of the April 21, 1998, Joint Session with Housing Commission; May 4, 1998, Board of Equalization; and May 11, 1998, Regular Session, passed unanimously. 6b. RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1997-11, CONTRACT 1997 -J, ELEVATED STORAGE TANK REPAIR - TOWER NO.2 RESOLUTION NO. 98-86 Member Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1997 -11, CONTRACT 1997 -J, ELEVATED STORAGE TANK REPAIR - TOWER NO.2 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lasman and passed unanimously.. 6c. RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE P REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES RESOLUTION NO. 98-87 ,Member Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lasman and passed unanimously. 6d. RESOLUTION CANCELING A CONTRACT FOR REPLACEMENT OF A SEVEN -REEL TRACTOR MOWER AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR NEW BIDS RESOLUTION NO. 98-88 Member Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 5/26/98 -3- RESOLUTION CANCELING A CONTRACT FOR REPLACEMENT OF A SEVEN -REEL TRACTOR MOWER AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR NEW BIDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lasman and passed unanimously. 6e. RESOLUTION DECLARING EARLE BROWN DAYS AS A CIVIC EVENT FROM JUNE 25 THROUGH JUNE 28 1998 RESOLUTION NO. 98-89 Member Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING EARLE BROWN DAYS AS A CIVIC EVENT FROM JUNE 25 THROUGH JUNE 28, 1998 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lasman and passed unanimously. 6E LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the following list of licenses passed unanimously. MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS Alliant Heating and A/C dba Fredrickson Heating and A/C 3650 Kennebec Drive #1, Eagan Anderson Heating and A/C 4347 Central Ave NE, Columbia Heights J & K Heating 7609 James Ave N, Brooklyn Park Marsh Heating d A/C g 6248 Lakeland Ave N Brooklyn Park Quality Air, Inc. 10830 Magnolia St NW, Coon Rapids Sabre Heating and A/C 14505 21 st Ave N, Ste 230, Plymouth RENTAL DWELLINGS Initial: Chuck Hartell 7107 Palmer Lake Circle Renewal: Jon Veard The Pines of Brooklyn Center Norene Miller 3513 47th Ave N Howard/Harriet Oien 5801 Brooklyn Blvd Amy DesParois 5301 Dupont Ave N Roland Scherber 7212 Newton Ave N 5/26/98 -4- 7. PUBLIC HEARING 7a. AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF A PORTION OF BELLVUE PARK Mayor Kragness asked if anyone was present to speak regarding this issue. No one appeared to speak. A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Peppe to continue the public hearing on An Ordinance Providing for the Sale of a Portion of Bellvue Park to June 8, 1998, passed unanimously. The public hearing was continued due to a publication error by Minnesota Sun Publications. 8. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS 8a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 98009 SUBMITTED BY THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER REQUESTING SITE AND BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL AND SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A NEW FIRE STATION AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF 63RD AVENUE AND BROOKLYN BOULEVARD City Manager McCauley explained this item relates to the construction of a new fire station at the southeast corner of 63rd Avenue and Brooklyn Boulevard. He requested the Council consider both Planning Commission Application Nos. 98009 and 98010 at the same time. The last condition recommended by the Planning Commission relates to the construction of a four -foot high opaque fence along the south and southeasterly sides of the site. Since there may have been confusion regarding the fencing in this area, it is recommended that the Council refer this condition back to the Planning Commission for further review, while adopting all of the Planning Commission recommendations, including condition number 11. Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren reviewed the applications, noting that Planning Commission Application No. 98009 is a request for site and building plan approval and a special use permit to construct a new 16,800 square foot fire station at the southeast corner of 63rd Avenue and Brooklyn Boulevard. Planning Commission Application No. 98010 is a request for a variance from Section 35 -400 to allow a 35 foot building setback rather than a 50 foot building setback required along a major thoroughfare. He explained there are two accesses to the proposed fire station, one on Brooklyn Boulevard and one on 63rd Avenue; and adequate parking is provided. He reviewed the landscaping plan and screening mechanisms. He noted the building is proposed to be set back 35 feet from Brooklyn Boulevard, and Brooklyn Boulevard is a major thoroughfare requiring building setbacks of 50 feet. The Brooklyn Boulevard Study recommends closer building setbacks to Brooklyn Boulevard for non - residential structures, so this fits well within the recommendations of the study. One of the reasons for proposing a 35 foot building setback is to incorporate the City 5/26/98 -5- well in the proposed fire station. The Planning Commission recommended approval of both applications at its May 14, 1998, meeting. Mayor Kragness inquired if the City well would be upgraded. Director of Public Works Spector responded that the pump would be rehabbed. Mr. McCauley explained the fire department building incorporates the City well so that it can be serviced as needed with exterior access. Councilmember Hilstrom raised a concern regarding cut - through traffic. Mr. McCauley said signage would be installed indicating fire vehicles only. There was a motion by Councilmember Peppe and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve Planning Commission Application No. 98009 submitted by the City of Brooklyn Center requesting site and building plan approval and a special use permit to construct a new fire station at the southeast corner of 63rd Avenue and Brooklyn Boulevard subject to.the following conditions recommended by the Planning Commission, referring condition number 11 back to the Planning Commission for further review and consideration: 1. The building plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of permits. 2. Grading, drainage, and utility plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineering Department prior to the issuance of permits. 3. Any outside trash disposal facilities and/or rooftop or on- ground mechanical equipment shall be appropriately screened from view. 4. The building is to be equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system to meet NFPA standards and shall be connected to a central monitoring device in accordance with Chapter 5 of the City Ordinances. 5. An underground irrigation system shall be installed in all landscaped areas to facilitate site maintenance. 6. Plan approval is exclusive of all signery which is subject to Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances. 7. B -612 curb and gutter shall be provided in all driving and parking areas. 8. An as -built survey of the property, improvements, and utility service lines shall be provided to the City Engineering Department. 5/26/98 -6- 9. The landscape screening plan submitted with this application is deemed to be appropriate screening to meet the intent of the City Ordinance for screening between a service /office type use and R -1 zoned property. 10. Approval of this application is subject to the approval of the building setback variance comprehended under Application No. 98010. 11. In addition to the landscaping shown on the plan, a four -foot high opaque fence shall be constructed along the south and southeasterly sides of the site adjacent to all proposed or future parking stalls. The fence is to be located on the interior side of the 15 feet greenstrip. The motion passed unanimously. 8b. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 98010 SUBMITTED BY THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER REQUESTING A VARIANCE FROM SECTION 35 -400 TO ALLOW A 35 FOOT BUILDING SETBACK RATHER THAN A 50 FOOT BUILDING SETBACK REQUIRED ALONG A MAJOR THOROUGHFARE A motion by Councilmember Peppe and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve Planning Commission Application No. 98010 submitted by the City of Brooklyn Center requesting a variance from Section 35 -400 to allow a 35 foot building setback rather than a 50 foot building setback required along a major thoroughfare passed unanimously. 9. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 9a. RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE ROBBINSDALE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT ARTS PROGRAM Kathleen Adix, Karen Olson, and Georgia Goodwin, representing Robbinsdale Area Schools, reviewed the many programs communicating, initiating, and promoting the arts in the school district and showed a video depicting these programs. RESOLUTION NO. 98 -90 Member Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE ROBBINSDALE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT ARTS PROGRAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Hilstrom and passed unanimously. 5/26/98 -7- 9b. UPDATE ON AUCTION ' City Manager McCauley said the first auction conducted by an auction house will take place on Saturday, June 13, by Anoka- Fridley Auctions, 17010 Highway 10, Big Lake. He explained that a display ad would be in the Brooklyn Center Sun -Post notifying residents. It is anticipated that the City will send property to the Anoka- Fridley auction house every three or four months. Based on the timing of the auction, notice will be placed in the City newsletter or Sun -Post to notify residents. 9c. REPORT FROM DONN ESCHER, FINANCIAL COMMISSION CHAIR Donn Escher, Financial Commission Chair, explained that every two years Minnesota State Law and the City Charter require the City Council to adopt an ordinance setting salaries for local elected officials. In 1994, the Financial Commission established a policy and procedure on Mayor and Council Member total compensation. The Financial Commission recommends amendments to the policy as follows: 1) comparing salaries of elected officials with fully developed metro cities with populations within 10,000 of Brooklyn Center; and 2) adding the requirement that computations of the average and median values be made of the compensation of the other cities for comparison to Brooklyn Center. RESOLUTION NO. 98 -91 Member Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE POLICY AND PROCEDURE REGARDING THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS TOTAL COMPENSATION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Carmody and passed unanimously. Mr. Escher stated the Financial Commission reviewed the total compensation for the Mayor and Council Members and recommends the total compensation be increased 3% for 1999 and an additional 3% for 2000. An ordinance amendment would need to be adopted by the City Council to authorize the recommended compensation increase. A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman directing City staff to prepare an ordinance amendment regarding salaries for 1999 and 2000 as recommended by the Financial Commission passed unanimously. 9d. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1998 CENTRAL GARAGE BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE ROAD GRADER City Manager McCauley explained that the City's road grader is 30 years old and needs to be replaced. The Superintendent of Public Works has located a used demonstration unit which can be 5/26/98 -8- purchased on the State contract. The Central Garage has $124,400 built up in replacement funds, and there is a $7,000 surplus from excess capital outlay funding from the purchase of the front end loader. RESOLUTION N0.98 -92 Member Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1998 CENTRAL GARAGE BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE ROAD GRADER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Carmody and passed unanimously. 9e. STAFF REPORT REGARDING PROPOSED MEDIAN ON 66TH AVENUE FOR PROPOSED HOLIDAY STATION City Manager McCauley said this item is continued from the May 11,1998, Council meeting. Short- Elliott- Hendrickson, the City's traffic engineering consultant, faxed further materials regarding their recommendation. Director of Public Works Diane Spector reviewed for Council three options for the roadway design as follows: 1. Do nothing. Conflicting traffic patterns. It does nothing to address or improve the traffic safety issues. 2. Unbroken median from T.H. 252 to Camden Avenue. Confines the movements to right turn and right out only for accessibility. May cause drivers to make U -turns. 3. Broken median. The traffic engineer recommends this option, and makes the recommendation based on a fully developed site to the south with acceptable uses such as office buildings or hotels. There is no need for long stacking left turn lanes, as the roadway is two lanes. Ms. Spector said there is no agreement between SuperAmerica and the adjoining property owner regarding the joint driveway access. City Manager McCauley explained this item was for informational purposes only and would be brought back for action at the next Council meeting. 9f. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY FOR EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER PARKING LOT 5/26/98 -9- At this point the agenda was renumbered, and this item was deferred to be discussed as item no. 9h. City Manager McCauley explained this resolution authorizes the City to purchase the property for the Earle Brown Heritage Center parking lot. Since the purchase agreement was not available, it was recommended this item be tabled to the next Council meeting. A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to table a Resolution Authorizing Acquisition of Property for Earle Brown Heritage Center Parking Lot passed unanimously. 9g. 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 At this point the agenda was renumbered, and this item was deferred to be discussed as item no. 9i. City Manager McCauley referred to an alternate ordinance amendment which Staff drafted incorporating language changes recommended by the Council at its last meeting. Mr. McCauley reviewed the types of hazards that would be recorded in the report as at -risk or safety hazards. He included electrical wiring, grounding, outside plumbing, floor drain cleanout plug, leaky roofs, furnaces, water heaters, smoke detectors, and any other items that create a life safety condition. Councilmember Lasman raised a concern with the language in Section 12 -1511, stating she doesn't support it as it may not do what is intended. Council Members discussed the alternate language as it relates to the intent of the ordinance and also the need to move the ordinance along. Councilmember Hilstrom stated that the ordinance needs to be written to address correcting hazards identified during inspections whether or not the house sells after being inspected. Mr. McCauley recommended the Council approve first reading of the alternate ordinance as written, which includes more restrictive language. At the second reading, if the Council wishes, the ordinance can be revised to be less restrictive; however, it cannot be modified to be more restrictive without setting an additional public hearing. Councilmember Hilstrom inquired if there would be a staff requirement to add this ordinance provision. She does not want to create more staff time, but there does need to be a reason for residents to comply with the ordinance. 5/26/98 -10- City Manager McCauley responded that the premise of the ordinance is outside of City staff, and the City would rely on the Realtors to make the requirement known to the sellers. The City would be involved only on the corrections requiring permits for compliance. A motion by Councilmember Peppe and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve first reading of the ALTERNATE Ordinance Amending Chapter 12 of the City Ordinances Implementing a Time of Sale Housing Inspection, Requiring Inspection, Disclosure of Consumer Information Concerning the Condition of a Dwelling Prior to its Sale, and Correction of Certain Hazardous Conditions passed unanimously. The second reading and public hearing will be scheduled for June 22, 1998. 9h. SPEAKER CARRUTHERS, SENATOR SCHEID, AND REPRESENTATIVE CARLSON Speaker Phil Carruthers provided a legislative update, stating it was an excellent experience working the City. He reviewed the approved legislation as follows: 1. Equity funding for K -12 education, which provides State Aid increases to the four school districts in Brooklyn Center. 2. Brookdale taxing bill, which provides financing options to allow the City to assist with financing for the redevelopment of Brookdale without increasing the property owner taxes. 3. Legislation to keep affordable housing, new Class 4D reduced Class and its effect, aid program for sustaining loss capacity, loss made up by the State of Minnesota. 4. Federally assisted housing, funds made available to preserve the availability of affordable housing. 5. "This Old Apartment," in which landlords who make significant improvements to their apartments (over $2,500), the improvement will not accrue against the apartment building. 6. After school enrichment program funding for at -risk youth. 7. $2.5 million grant for Earle Brown Heritage Center and the sales tax exemption. Senator Linda Scheid expressed her appreciation for the work of the Mayor, City Staff, and citizens who provided support at the legislature. Planning and communicating is the key to getting results. She encouraged the continuance of the open communication. Representative Lyndon Carlson reported that it was a good year at the legislature, a real victory. He 5/26/98 -11- said it was a team effort, including great support from the City Staff and officials, and expressed his gratitude. 9i. RESOLUTION GIVING PRELIMINARY APPROVAL TO A SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT ON BEHALF OF BOCA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR ALLOCATION OF ISSUANCE AUTHORITY AND CALLING PUBLIC HEARING City Manager McCauley explained this item was tabled from the May 11, 1998, Council meeting due to the absence of the proposed developer. Mr. Boisclair addressed the Council and gave a background on providing affordable housing. He explained the Section 236 Program, Section 8, and the voucher system. He said his primary objective is to give confidence to the residents of Shingle Creek Tower that the housing will be affordable. He reviewed the preservation voucher with respect to availability for the residents. The rent will always be at 30% of their income; it will be annually adjusted based on the voucher system. Mr. Boisclair also addressed stabilizing the property. He explained the brick is in need of repair and there are leaking windows which need to be fixed. The rents need to be raised to bring in profit to stabilize a cash flow to do the necessary repairs. He also said it needs to be marketable. He said a garage unit is also proposed for the building, possibly underground. Mr. Boisclair explained there cannot be a full -time on -site manager under the Section 236 Program. He proposes to bring in a services coordinator, provided through a special grant program. This would enhance the program to provide assisted living. Councilmember Hilstrom raised the issue of assisted resident living and licensing. Mr. Boisclair said he would be working with an outside provider who is licensed. City Manager McCauley asked if the current tenant base has no need for parking or the proposed improvements, then what happens to the project. Mr. Boisclair responded that there is an outside rant provided b g the State for the services P Y ices coordinator. Councilmember Lasman inquired if there is a time line in which to apply for the grant. Mr. Boisclair answered that he is uncertain, but it is probably based on use. Councilmember Hilstrom asked what is the breakdown of the $7.2 million which he is requesting. Mr. Boisclair responded that $4.3 million is the purchase price; $1.5 million rehab; $600,000 improvements; and the rest is closing/financing costs. Councilmember Hilstrom inquired if Class 4D funding would be used. Mr. Boisclair responded affirmatively. 5/26/98 -12- Community Development Director Brad Hoffman said the current value of the property is just over $3 million. City Manager McCauley inquired if the survey of residents had been completed. Mr. Boisclair responded that it is progressing, but not complete. Councilmember Hilstrom raised the question of what happens to the residents if the voucher program ceases. Mr. Boisclair said historically the Federal government has budgeted for the vouchers every year, but there is no guarantee. RECESS The Council recessed at 9 p.m. and reconvened at 9:07 p.m. Mayor Kragness opened the meeting for public comment. Patricia Carias, resident of Shingle Creek Tower, said she is in full support of the proposal, but asked when it would be in writing. She inquired if the owner would seek tenants who could pay full market rent. Mr. Boisclair explained there is an income limit under the tax credits being sought. Douglas Mayo, Director of Housing Development with CommonBond Communities, explained CommonBond Communities is a non - profit provider of affordable housing. He wanted to clarify the preservation vouchers. The vouchers go with the resident; if the resident dies, the affordable unit is lost. He expressed no confidence in the renewal of preservation vouchers. He urged the Council to look at other options. Sarah Tellevik, resident of Shingle Creek Tower, said Mr. Boisclair's company is not listed with the Secretary of State's Office, and he does not have a license to operate a nursing home or assisted living. She is not interested in the proposed improvements and is concerned about the building being turned into a nursing home. She asked what is in it for the City, how would the City benefit. Mr. Boisclair advised that the corporation would be formed if the request was granted. Mayor Kragness responded that the City doesn't benefit, and the City Council is responsible for approving this request. She added that hopefully it will be the tenants that will benefit. Councilmember Hilstrom asked the City Manager to summarize why there is no staff recommendation on this item. City Manager McCauley explained that the initial recommendation of City staff was denial. Mr. Boisclair's letter of March 24 addressed several concerns and shifted City staff's recommendation 5/26/98 -13- �I to a neutral state. He explained the three options that are available for this building. Donald Floodeen, resident of Shingle Creek Tower, raised concerns about the affordability of the units and explained he has high medical costs and lives on Social Security. Councilmember Hilstrom said there have been two separate non -profit agencies at the meetings, and she is greatly concerned that the senior subsidized housing be retained. City Manager McCauley recommended that the Council not adopt the resolution if there were still questions and concerns by Council and public discussion and input were still needed since adoption of the resolution would authorize the developer to expend funds and basically commit the City to the issuance of bonds notwithstanding the preliminary title of the resolution. There was a motion by Councilmember Hilstrom to deny the recommendation and request that staff and Mr. Boisclair discuss affordable housing. Councilmember Peppe seconded the motion, amending the motion to request that the resolution be tabled until the Metropolitan Council report is complete and tenant surveys are submitted. Councilmember Carmody recommended that a special meeting be set at Shingle Creek Tower to receive further public input on this issue. The motion by Councilmember Hilstrom, seconded and amended by Councilmember Peppe, was amended as follows: the resolution be tabled indefinitely and a special meeting be set at Shingle Creek Tower to obtain further input on the proposal. The motion passed unanimously. 9j. CODE ENFORCEMENT UPDATE City Manager McCauley said the Neighborhood Liaison will begin on June 1. A review of the community is scheduled to start June 8. There have been a great number of animal complaints this year. The Neighborhood Liaison will start in the Northeast section of the City with a systematic review, the Southeast section was the starting point for the past two years. He indicated residents can call the main City Hall phone number, 569 -3300, with code issues, and there also is established a code hotline. 9k. RESOLUTION APPROVING SECTION 28 OF CHAPTER 389 OF THE LAWS OF MINNESOTA 1998 - BROOKDALE SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT City Manager McCauley explained this is one of the pieces of legislation passed this year, and State Law requiregs the local authority to approve such special legislation. 5/26/98 -14- RESOLUTION NO. 98-93 Member Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING SECTION 28 OF CHAPTER 389 OF THE LAWS OF MINNESOTA 1998 - BROOKDALE SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Carmody and passed unanimously. 91. RESOLUTION APPROVING SECTION 34 OF CHAPTER 389 OF THE LAWS OF MINNESOTA 1998 - RENTAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENTS ASSESSED VALUATION ADJUSTMENT DEFERRAL City Manager McCauley said this legislation was previously approved by the legislators last year and was amended this year as an incentive to landlords to make improvements to their buildings. It also requires local authority approval. RESOLUTION NO. 98-94 Member Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING SECTION 34 OF CHAPTER 389 OF THE LAWS OF MINNESOTA 1998 - RENTAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENTS ASSESSED VALUATION ADJUSTMENT DEFERRAL The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lasman and passed unanimously. 9m. SET DATE AND TIME OF COUNCIL WORK SESSION City Manager McCauley requested that a Council work session be scheduled for June 3, 1998, to discuss general EDA issues, including development issues. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to set Wednesday, June 3, 1998, 7 p.m., Conference Room B, City Hall, as a Council work session passed unanimously. 5/26/98 -15- 10. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Lasman and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to adjourn the meeting at 10:20 p.m. passed unanimously. City Clerk Mayor Recorded and transcribed by: Sharon Knutson 5/26/98 -16-