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Home My WebLink About1995 12-18 CCM Special Session MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER N THE COUNTY OF HENNEPN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA SPECIAL SESSION DECEMBER 13, 199 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in special session and was called to order by Mavor vlyrna Kragness at 7:09 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Debra Hilstrom, and Kristen Mann. Also present were Interim City Manager Cam Andre, D irector of Finance Charlie Hansen, City Clerk Sharon Knutson, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Council Secretary Connie Beckman. OPENliyG CEREMONIES There were none. COUNCIL REPORT There were none. CO[JNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS RESOLUTION CALLING SPECIAL LECTION TO FILL A CO TNCIL VACANCY Councilmember Mann expressed a desire to hold a special election as soon as possible. Councilmember Hilstrom agreed and inquired how soon a primary could be held within legal guidelines. The City Attorney reviewed the resolution at hand and respective regulations. The City Clerk informed Council of research results done and indicated that since Brooklyn Center is a Charter City State guidelines require the City to set dates in such a manner that would be "nearly as conforming to State Statutes." Prospective dates were discussed and it was determined that the following would most likely meet the "nearly as conforming" requirement: January 30, 1996 - filings close; March 12, 1996 - primary; March 26, 1996 - special election. Councilmember Mann inquired about the qualifications of being able to obtain an absentee ballot. The City Clerk indicated the reason for obtaining an absentee ballot must be stated on each respective ballot. Councilmember Hilstrom inquired about utilizing a mail -in- ballot for a special election. The City Clerk responded that only elections pertaining to a referendum or question is allowed on a mail -in- 12/18/9 _ 1 _ ballot. She added that currently there are test elections in which mai - 1 in ballots are bei n� utilized to better study their effectivenes s and/or potential for implementation in elections other than referendums and/or questions posed to the voters. RESOLUTION NO 95-272 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption changing the date of the Special Election to March 26, 1996, and the date of the Special Primary to March 12, 1996: RESOLUTION CALLING SPECIAL ELECTION TO FILL A COUNCIL VACANCY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing amended resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody and passed unanimously. ALTERNATIVE BUD rFT PROPOSAL BY O CILIVIEI�IBER ('A �tODY Councilmember Carmody presented Council with a listing of personally proposed cuts she believed were appropriate for Council to consider prior to official adoption of budget for the year 1996. She cited a potential addition of monies (savings from elimination of the Communications Coordinator Position-$25,000; savings from lower interest rates on the street improvement bonds - $10,000; and increased revenues or reduced expenses in the recreation budget - $12,000) Council would have to work with when considering cuts. Councilmember Hilstrom indicated a desire to look individually at social programs she sees the City funding which could easily be eliminated due to low results and/or duplication. Councilmember Carmody agreed with Councilmember Hilstrom but suggested there are some areas where social programs need to continue. Mayor Kragness referred to Councilmember Carmody's proposed listing of cuts and offered support accordingly. Councilmember Hilstrom said the incoming city manager should decide what positions are cut. She referred to social programs which are currently being funded by the City and reiterated a desire to see some serious cuts in this area. She also talked about monies which are indirectly affecting other City efforts (i.e. code enforcement) and stated Council needed to look at the big picture with considering cuts/reapportionment of budget funds. Councilmember Carmody didn't believe the "big picture" was being looked at. Councilmember Mann said Council needed to hold to budget cuts and instead set aside $10,000 for the new City Manager to use at his discretion after meeting with the Council to establish priorities. The Interim City Manager stated staff needed to have some direction for City business to commence on January 1, 1996. i 12/18/95 _ _ SUtii VICE AGRE XtENTS /JOINT POW1~RS PROJECT PEACE There was a motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Mann to approve proposed funding for Project Peace for 1996 with the provision that during the year the Council review this program and programs used by other cities and also possibly try reducing the high dollar amount the City pays compared to the other cities in this joint powers agreement. The motion passed unanimously. 5 CITIES SENIOR TRAN PORTATION PROJECT Councilmember Mann said Council should not fund this project. She proposed that Council consider funding the Project through April 30, 1996. In the meantime, riders should be notified of service ending April 30, 1996, and informed of transportation alternatives listing compiled by City staff. A motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to discontinue funding of the 5 Cities Senior Transportation Project after April 30, 1996, and proper notification of riders failed as follows: Councilmembers Mann and Hilstrom (yes); Councilmember Carmody and Mayor Kragness (no). The Director of Finance strongly urged Council come to some agreement regarding the Project. Councilmember Hilstrom reiterated the need to cut areas where funding could be used instead for code enforcement. Councilmember Carmodv doubted code enforcement would use the monies effectively as there is an apparent need for restructuring of the department instead. The Interim City Manager encouraged Council to look at other areas where monies are being allocated first and then return to the Project for a final decision. I.N.V.LT.E. NC. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Mann to cut I.N.V.I.T.E. Inc.'s funding for 1996 passed as follows: Councilmembers Hilstrom and Mann, Mayor Kragness (yes); Councilmember Carmody (no). NORTHWEST HEi PN HT TVANT SERVIC S CO r CIL A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Mann t approve pprove proposed funding for Northwest es Hennepin in H uman _ _ p Services Council in 1996 passed unanimously. BROOKLYN PEACEMAKER A motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to cut funding for Brooklyn Peacemaker °in 1996 failed as follows: Councilmembers Mann and Hilstrom (yes); Councilmember Carmody and Mayor Kragness (no). Councilmember Hilstrom cited years of City funding to this effort while no monies have been given to the program by stores who benefit from the effort. y 12/18/95 -3 _ A motion by Mayor Kra`,ness and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to fund the Brooklyn Peacemaker at 55,000 for 1996 failed as follows: Mayor Kragness and Councilmember Carmodv (yes); Councilmembers Mann and Hilstrom (no). Councilmember Hilstrom stated there is not enough money to fund all of the programs, and cuts must be made and Council must reach a decision. A motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to fund 5 Cities Senior Transportation Project (53,866) through April 30, 1996, passed unanimously. NORTH HENN PN MEDIATION PROJECT A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Mann to approve funding of North Hennepin Mediation Project for 1996 passed unanimously. Councilmember Carmody questioned Councilmember Hilstrom regarding her support of the Project. Councilmember Hilstrom explained the program is available to anyone and believed it encompasses a larger variety of people. CEAP A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember tilann to deny funding for CEAP for 1996 passed unanimously. Councilmember Hilstrom questioned funding an effort for the first time when others which have been supported in the past by the City are being cut. She cited the City does support CEAP in other ways such as Holly Sunday where a toy is donated to CE AP and also reduced price swimming with a canned good which is donated to CEAP. 5 CITIES SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PROJECT A motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the remaining funding of $6,315 for the 5 Cities Senior Transportation Project (for a total funding of $10,181) passed unanimously. Councilmember Carmody-'shared information she believed was appropriate with offering creative funding alternatives to patrons of the Project. Councilmember Mann indicated an appropriateness of encouraging patrons. of the Project to facilitate fundraising to offset the difference between what Council would approve and overall needed funding. Councilmember Hilstrom requested if residents - are unable to fund raise, Council be informed accordingly. The Director of Finance sunirnarized the total social services budget as follows: Project Peace $47,953 5 Cities Senior Transporation Project $10,181 I.N.V.I.T.E:Inc. $o 12/18/95 -4- CEAP $0 Brooklyn Peacemaker $0 North Hennepin Mediation Project $5,000 Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council $15A13 Total $78,547 Mayor Kragness questioned the status of funding Brooklyn Peacemaker since it was a tie vote. It was Council consensus funds were not available for Brooklyn Peacemaker for 1996. 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 1996 RESOLUTION NO. 95 -273 Member Kristen Mann 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 1996 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Hilstrom and passed as follows: Councilmembers Mann and Hilstrom, Mayor Kragness (yes); Councilmember Carmody (no). RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A FINAL TAX LEVY FOR 1996 APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE GENERAL FUND, THE STREET IMPROVEMENT DEBT SERVICE FUNDS THE E.D.A. FUND, AND THE H.R.A. FUND BUDGETS The Director of Finance explained information regarding the tax cut ($10,000 from previous year). Councilmember Hilstrom expressed desire to see the seal coating amount of $3,900 continue. Councilmember Carmody proposed the $3,900 be taken out of proceeds from the property tax increase. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -274 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption based on an amended dollar amount by the Director of Finance: 12/18/95 -5- RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A FINAL TAX LEVY FOR 1996 APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE GENERAL FUND, THE STREET IMPROVEMENT DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, THE E.D.A. FUND, AND THE H.R.A. FUND BUDGETS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing amended resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1996 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE GENERAL FUND, THE STREET IMPROVEMENT DEBT SERVICE FUNDS THE E.D.A. FUND AND THE H.R.A. FUND Councilmember Carmody indicated she could not support approval of this resolution based on disagreement with social services cuts. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -275 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption based on an amended dollar amount by the Director of Finance: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1996 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE GENERAL FUND, THE STREET IMPROVEMENT DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, THE E.D.A. FUND, AND THE H.R.A. FUND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing amended resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed as follows: Councilmembers Mann, and Hilstrom, Mayor Kragness (yes); Councilmember Carmody (no). RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1996 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS RESOLUTION NO. 95 -276 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1996 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1996 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE ENTERPRISE FUND Councilmember Hilstrom indicated she could not approve this resolution because she believes a lot of work has yet to be done. Councilmember Mann stated she believes staff has made good progress in addressing the City's needs. 12/18/95 -6- RESOLUTION NO. 95-277 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1996 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE ENTERPRISE FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody and passed as follows: Councilmembers Mann and Carmody, Mayor Kragness (yes); Councilmember Debra Hilstrom (no). RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1996 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS RESOLUTION NO. 95 -278 Member Debra Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1996 PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR THE INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resoluti p on was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION SETTING WAGES AND SALARIES FOR THE YEAR 1996 RESOLUTION NO. 95 -279 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION SETTING WAGES AND SALARIES FOR THE YEAR 1996 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody and passed unanimously. SETTING DATE FOR ANNUAL JOINT MEETING BETWEEN CITY COUNCIL AND CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Mann to set the meeting date for the annual joint meeting between City Council and City Advisory Commissions for Wednesday, February 7, 1996, passed unanimously. RESOLUTION E22RESSING APPRECIATION AND THANKS TO CAMILLE (CAMS RE INTERIM CITY MANAGER RESOLUTION NO 95 -280 Member Debra Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 12/18/95 -7- RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION AND THANKS TO CAMILLE (CAM) ANDRE, INTERIM CITY MANAGER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kristen Mann and passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m. passed unanimously. City Clerk Mayor Recorded and transcribed by: Connie Beckman TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial 12/18/95 -8-