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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 07-24 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 JULY 24, 1995 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Myrna Kragness at 7 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kristen Mann, Debra Hilstrom, and Kathleen Carmody. Also present were Interim City Manager Cam Andre, Director of Public Services Diane Spector, Finance Director Charlie Hansen, Director of Community Development Brad Hoffman, Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Council Secretary Barbara Collman. Mayor Kragness announced Councilmember Barb Kalligher had phoned to say she would arrive late. OPENING CEREMONIES Jim McCloskey offered the invocation. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Mann announced there will be a "Battle of the Brooklyns," a softball game between City Staff from Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center on July 30 at Central Park in Brooklyn Center. Councilmember Mann also announced a local celebration of the "National Night Out" program on August 1 at 9 p.m. Residents of Brooklyn Center are urged to bring a flashlight with them to the Village North Shopping Center to form a chain to light up Brooklyn Boulevard. Councilmember Carmody expressed thanks to Barbara Collman for her services as Council Secretary and noted she will be leaving the position. Councilmember Carmody also welcomed Connie Beckman, the new Council Secretary. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Kragness inquired if any Councilmember requested any items be removed from the consent agenda. Councilmember Mann asked for an addition of Item 8(1 ), a discussion of union 7/24/95 - 1 - labor negotiators. She also asked for Items 6(b), (c), (e), and (f) to be removed from the Consent Agenda. There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the July 24, 1995, agenda and consent agenda with the removal of Items 6(b), (c), (e), and (f) and the addition of 8 (1). The motion passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES JUNE 26 1995 - EXECUTIVE SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the minutes of the June 26, 1995, executive session as printed. The motion passed unanimously. JUNE 26. 1995 - REGULAR SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the minutes of the June 26, 1995, regular session as printed. The motion passed unanimously. JULY 5. 1995 - SPECIAL WORK SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the minutes of the July 5, 1995, special work session as printed. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 95 -160 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING WITH RESPECT TO THE PROPOSED REFINANCING OF FACILITIES FOR EARLE BROWN COMMONS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP II The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -161 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES (ORDER NO. DST 07/24/95) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom, and the motion passed unanimously. 7/24/95 -2- RESOLUTION NO. 95 -162 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL AND AUTHORIZING SOLICITATION OF PROPOSALS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1995 -05, 69TH AVENUE NORTH (SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY TO DUPONT AVENUE), ROADWAY, BRIDGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -163 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DISEASED TREE REMOVAL COSTS, DELINQUENT WEED REMOVAL COSTS, PUBLIC UTILITY REPAIR ACCOUNTS, AND DELINQUENT PUBLIC UTILITY SERVICE ACCOUNTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -164 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LEVY ROLL NOS. 13372 AND 13373 TO PROVIDE FOR THE AWARD OF ASSESSMENT STABILIZATION GRANTS FOR THE WOODBINE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom, and the motion passed unanimously. LICENSES There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the following list of licenses: AMUSEMENT DEVICES - OPERATOR Days Inn 1501 Freeway Boulevard Ground Round Restaurant 2545 County Road 10 Holiday Inn 2200 Freeway Boulevard AMUSEMENT DEVICES - VENDOR Theisen Vending Company 3800 Nicollet Ave. S. 7/24/95 - 3 - GARBAGE AND REFUSE COLLECTION Gallagher's Service, Inc. 1691 91st Ave. N.E. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Air Conditioning Associates, Inc. 689 Pierce Butler Route Albers Sheetmetal & Ventilating Inc. 200 W. Plato Boulevard Cronstrom's Heating and A/C 7201 W. Lake Street Northtown Heating & Cooling Inc. 15759 Pierce St. N.E. RENTAL DWELLINGS Initial: Troy Meyen et al Twin Lakes Manor Renewal: Gary Radke 5245 Drew Ave. N. Helene Ebhardt 5639 Girard Ave. N. Lewis and Vivian Hedlund 5316 Russell Ave. N. TAXICAB Town Taxi, #101 2500 Washington Ave. N. The motion passed unanimously. OPEN FORUM Mayor Kragness noted the Council had received no requests to use the open forum session this evening. She inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. There being none, she continued with the regular agenda items. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS RESOLUTION NO. 95 -165 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF OFFICER ERLAND SHELLEY FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE AS A POLICE OFFICER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom, and the motion passed unanimously. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT Mayor Kragness stated two qualified applicants had applied for the vacancy on the Human Rights and Resources Commission. She commented it was difficult to choose one applicant. She recommended the appointment of Rhonda Braziel, 7224 Newton Avenue North. 7/24/95 -4- Councilmember Mann asked Mayor Kragness to give her reasons for selecting Rhonda Braziel to fill the vacancy. Mayor Kragness stated she had spoken to Ms. Braziel on the telephone and Ms. Braziel was excited to serve on the commission. Ms. Braziel was also recommended by another commission member. Mayor Kragness noted Ms. Braziel has expressed an interest in working toward strong Black history curriculum in the schools. Mayor Kragness also stated it is her desire to obtain diversity on the City's commissions. Councilmember Mann thanked Mayor Kragness for the explanation. She commented it is her hope that Ms. Braziel also intends to support the schools in the teaching of traditional academic courses. There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to appoint Rhonda Braziel to the Brooklyn Center Human Rights and Resources Commission. The motion passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES FOR RECRUITMENT /SELECTION PROCESS FOR CITY MANAGER Councilmember Hilstrom expressed a concern that the contract is presented with a job advertisement attached. She stated it was her understanding Council would meet with the facilitator to prepare an advertisement and that has not happened. Therefore, an advertisement cannot be ready for publication at this point. There was a motion by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the contract with the League of Minnesota Cities for recruitment/selection of a City Manager without the attached advertisement. Councilmember Carmody asked what specific objection Councilmember Hilstrom had to the advertisement as printed. Councilmember Hilstrom replied the Council should have a chance to discuss the advertisement as changes or additions may be desirable. Councilmember Carmody stated she would like to see the advertisement approved in an effort to stay on schedule. She indicated nothing about the ad was questionable. Councilmember Mann stated she agreed with Councilmember Hilstrom. She mentioned she had recently received information from Representative Orfield regarding salaries of City employees and the proposed starting salary for Brooklyn Center City Manager is above average as compared to other North Metro Mayors Association members. She stated the League of Minnesota Cities' proposal included a step to discuss the advertisement and she indicated that step is necessary. She seconded Councilmember Hilstrom's motion to approve the contract with the League of Minnesota Cities for recruitment/selection of a City Manager without the attached advertisement. 7/24/95 -5 - Mayor Kragness asked the Interim City Manager whether a meeting on this issue could be scheduled very soon and she would like to meet the timeline for submitting advertisements to publications. The Interim City Manager stated it would be highly desirable for the Council to meet before the end of the month in order to submit the ads. He urged the Council to pass the contract so the process can get underway. Councilmember Mann suggested the discussion of the advertisement be scheduled as the first item on the July 31, 1995, Council work session at 6 p.m. There was a consensus of opinion on the suggestion. The motion passed unanimously. 1995 PROJECT SELECTION REPORT OF THE HENNEPIN COMMUNITY PLANNING COMMITTEE Councilmember Mann asked the Community Development Specialist if the proposed resolution is for the purpose of moving the project forward but is not a commitment of financing it. The Community Development Specialist confirmed her statement and explained five projects are involved. He said this Resolution would mean the Council's acceptance of the report. Over the next few months, the committee and representatives will be completing the planning portion. Brooklyn Center's projects have been included in the initial cut. There is still much work to be done. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -166 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE 1995 PROJECT SELECTION REPORT OF THE HENNEPIN COMMUNITY PLANNING COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT AND REQUIRED THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY The Community Development Specialist stated this authorization by the Council is an item which comes up every year as it is a standard action. The Community Development Specialist noted a concern with the agreement on page three. Under No. 6(B), "Indemnity and Insurance," there is a requirement of $1 million in insurance. The City needs to cap the coverage amount at $600,000. He stated he had contacted Hennepin County and he believes the inclusion of paragraph (C) in the agreement indicates an intent by 7/24/95 -6- Hennepin County to allow for the cap. The City Attorney has indicated he is uncomfortable with the language of the agreement as written. The Community Development Specialist recommended the agreement be approved with the understanding the details of the language in the item would be worked out subsequently. The City Attorney said either the contract needs to be amended or the City needs to purchase more insurance. The Community Development Specialist said he does not think Hennepin County's intention is that the City has $1 million in insurance; however, the City needs to have that assurance in writing. The agreement is a standard, boilerplate contract which contains the $1 million requirement. He asked whether a written amendment would be sufficient or if an entire new contract is necessary. The City Attorney said there needs to be a documented amendment which changes the contractual obligation. Councilmember Hilstrom noted the resolution is to allow Staff to execute the agreement. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -167 Member Debra Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT AND REQUIRED THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY FOR 1995 (YEAR XXI) URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. 1995 PAY PLAN AND RECLASSIFICATION Councilmember Mann stated it was her understanding the City does have an employee who is certified as a City Clerk. However, that employee is part of the new bargaining unit and it is undesirable to negotiate the contract twice. She said she would prefer to table the matter until the other contract is finalized. The Interim City Manager said he had no objection to the matter being tabled as long as Council accepts the concept that a City Clerk position is needed, because the City does not presently have one. Councilmember Mann asked whether having a City Clerk would eliminate the need for having a Deputy City Clerk. The Interim City Manager said it would. 7/24/95 -7- Councilmember Carmody asked what would happen when one Deputy City Clerk takes maternity leave. The Interim City Manager indicated uncertainty. Councilmember Hilstrom commented it is unknown at this time what qualifications the candidate chosen for City Manager might have. For example, Mr. Splinter had both qualifications. Therefore, it would be advisable to postpone this decision. Councilmember Carmody stated it was her understanding the City did not want one person to serve in both capacities. She recounted some of the history of the position of City Clerk in Brooklyn Center. Councilmember Mann agreed with her recounting. Councilmember Carmody indicated the City Clerk responsibilities are not part of the City Manager's job description. Councilmember Hilstrom noted the matter needs further clarification. There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to table the matter to the July 31, 1995, Council work session. The motion passed unanimously. GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS CUSTODIAL SERVICES Councilmember Hilstrom asked whether consideration was given to having the present custodial staff work from day to night rather than from night to day. The Interim City Manager asked the Director of Public Services to address the question. The Director of Public Services stated the issue is to improve the quality of maintenance and obtain the service at a lower cost. Contractual arrangements are more expensive than hiring staff outright. The best package is to hire staff and use little or no contract labor. Councilmember Hilstrom asked whether the proposed cost includes benefits which would be offered to full -time Staff. The Director of Public Services said it does. Mayor Kragness asked whether the City will be advertising to fill the new positions. The Director of Public Services stated the three full -time positions will be advertised. Councilmember Mann noted this change would raise the City Staff to seven full -time custodians. The Director of Public Services said the change would result in one full -time maintenance worker, a three - quarter time maintenance worker, five custodians, and one supervisor. The Interim City Manager commented the situation was studied because the quality of maintenance and custodial work needed to be improved. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -168 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 7/24/95 - 8 - ffi RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1995 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AND PAY PLAN REGARDING GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS CUSTODIAL SERVICES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -18 The Director of Public Services noted the low bid was made by Thomas & Sons. Thomas & Sons has previously done work in Brooklyn Center which was of satisfactory quality. Therefore, Staff recommends the project be awarded to Thomas & Sons. She also noted the cost will be split approximately 50150 between Brooklyn Center and the Metropolitan Council Transit Operations (MCTO). Councilmember Hilstrom expressed concern regarding who is responsible for mowing the property during construction, as it appears there is a problem with the maintenance at the current time. The Director of Public Services stated at the present time the mowing is the responsibility of the contractors who cleared the property. However, it is difficult to make the contractors accept the responsibility, so the City has done some work. Construction starts in the area around August 1. At that time, the responsibility for mowing will be transferred to the construction contractor hired for the project. Mayor Kragness asked whether the City could clean up the area and bill the first contractor for the work. The Director of Public Services stated the City has performed some of the work but some could not be done until the structures were removed. The City can now get the property cleaned up to the point where it can be handed over to the construction contractor. Then, amounts will be deducted as necessary from the structure removal contractors' final payments. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -169 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -18, CONTRACT 1995 -G, PARK AND RIDE, POND, PARK, AND 65TH AVENUE REALIGNMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. STAFF REPORT The Interim City Manager noted the Staff Report relates to the Greg Lutgen residence at 7216 Brooklyn Boulevard and the Director of Public Services will respond to any questions. Mayor Kragness expressed appreciation for the report which, she noted, presented the issue in great detail. 7/24/95 -9- Councilmember Carmody commented she has been opposed to purchasing the property due to the cost. The City cannot afford to purchase it at this time but may be able to in a year or two. She asked whether EDA funds could be used for such a purpose. The Director of Community Development said that is a possibility. Councilmember Carmody said, under the circumstances, she would support the institution of the proposed Option No. 1, minor improvements to the hammerhead. Councilmember Mann noted Option No. 1 carries a cost of $3,000. She asked where the funding for the work will be found. The Director of Public Services said that amount has already been included in the Woodbine project. There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Mann to approve Staff's Option No. 1 to make minor improvements to the hammerhead near 7216 Brooklyn Boulevard. The motion passed unanimously. Northwest Suburban Safe and Sober Traffic Enforcement Project Councilmember Mann asked whether Jerry Dulgar will be the fiscal agent and whether all associated costs will be covered by the agreement. The Interim City Manager answered yes to both questions. Mayor Kragness noted Chief Scott Kline will be administering the project. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -170 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF THE GRANT APPLICATION AND EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT NORTHWEST SUBURBAN SAFE AND SOBER TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROJECT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom, and the motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION OF UNION NEGOTIATORS Councilmember Mann asked for the Council to discuss who would negotiate the union collective bargaining agreement. She noted negotiations have been handled in the past by Labor Relations. She stated a Request for Proposals (RFP) was done. She stated she understood the concern about cost. She stated she would go along with using Labor Relations as long as this would not be at an additional cost as stated in tonight's report. She also requested she would need a chance to meet with the people involved. The Interim City Manager said a meeting could be arranged and he would take care of it. 7/24/95 - 10- Mayor Kragness asked whether a meeting could take place on July 31, as it is necessary to move quickly. The Interim City Manager agreed. Councilmember Carmody said a Special Session is necessary since the Council will be taking action. Mayor Kragness suggested meeting at 6 p.m. on July 31. The Interim City Manager agreed to set up a Special Session at 6 p.m. with representatives of Labor Relations. The City Attorney stated, since Labor Relations is already under contract with the City, a Special Session might not be necessary. A Work Session would then be adequate since any action could be in the form of instructions to staff. He added a formal meeting is not necessary. Mayor Kragness noted there would then be a Work Session at 6 p.m. There was a consensus of opinion. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -171 Member Debra Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING GIFT FROM TARGET FOR PARK AND RECREATION PROGRAMS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. PURCHASE OF MOBILE COMPUTING DEVICES The Interim City Manager noted when the project was begun there was a lease agreement. Then, the City received grant money and a better deal was obtained, so there was a change. Councilmember Mann noted the 1994 budget provided funding for Mobile Digital Terminals. She asked whether Mobile Computing Devices are the same thing. The Interim City Manager responded affirmatively. Councilmember Mann asked whether the devices will provide access to the County system. The Interim City Manager said they will. He added they will be a great help for police officers in the field who need immediate access to information. Mayor Kragness asked how many units will have the devices. The Finance Director said the City will be purchasing 10 units. Mayor Kragness asked how many squad cars the City has. The Finance Director said the City has nine marked squad cars. Mayor Kragness noted it was good that all squad cars would have a unit and the tenth unit will go in an unmarked car. 7/24/95 - 11 - Councilmember Hilstrom noted the item was in both the 1994 and 1995 budgets. She asked why, in that case, the units are still not to be installed until November of 1995. The Finance Director said he believes the project was only anticipated in the 1994 budget and no money was budgeted at that time. Councilmember Hilstrom said money was budgeted in 1994 and now they are not going to be installed until two years later. Mayor Kragness questioned the hardware and software necessary for the project. The Finance Director said the units will be ready to use in November. The technology is new and it has been difficult to work out the details, causing delays. Councilmember Carmody noted Chief Kline had told her some of the delay was because Hennepin County put together a group order in an attempt to get a better price on the units. The Finance Director said that was a possibility, but he had not been involved in that area of the purchase. Councilmember Mann stated she had understood the deal was to be made through Hennepin County and now it appears it will be through LOGIS. The Finance Director said Brooklyn Center will be getting a better product by purchasing the units on its own rather than through the County. The technology through the County is now older than what the City can obtain on its own. Councilmember Mann asked about LOGIS costs and user fees. The Finance Director said there are support costs such as maintenance and air time. The costs will total between $18,000 and $19,000 next year, but they were included in the three -year life cycle estimate. It is expected the City will save $10,000 over the three -year period. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -172 Member Debra Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF MOBILE COMPUTING DEVICES FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND AMENDING THE 1995 GENERAL FUND BUDGET The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. SALE OF STREET IMPROVEMENT BONDS AND TAX INCREMENT BONDS /PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES The Interim City Manager noted the Director of Community Development was available to answer questions on this item. 7/24/95 - 12- Councilmember Mann asked whether a Request for Proposals (RFP) has been issued for a fiscal advisor. The Finance Director stated Springsted Inc. has been the City's fiscal advisor for 15 to 20 years. Only a small number of such firms exist and it is his opinion Springsted Inc. is the best. The City's long relationship with Springsted Inc. is an advantage and makes the process more efficient. He is pleased with the services provided by Springsted Inc. and sees no need to change fiscal advisors or issue an RFP, so an RFP has not been developed. Councilmember Mann said since a large amount of money is involved she would want to have an RFP sent out. The Finance Director said, in that case, he would suggest the Council proceed with the proposed bond issue anyway because it is now close to the time to levy taxes for 1996. Then, an RFP could be issued for the next issue. That way, the project won't be delayed and a final bond can be issued regarding the Woodbine street project. Councilmember Mann agreed. Councilmember Mann questioned the figure of $100,000 each year for street improvements. The Finance Director said it is correct. It is expected the City will bond for $1 million. The City has been told to keep short maturities on street bonds. It is expected 35 percent will be paid by special assessment and the rest by property taxes. The result is $100,000 needed from the property tax levy. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -173 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DIRECTING STAFF TO INITIATE THE SALE OF STREET IMPROVEMENT BONDS AND TAX INCREMENT BONDS AND ACCEPTING PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1995 -16 Councilmember Mann asked why the property in question does not already have sanitary sewer. The Director of Public Services indicated evidently the property owner at the time of installation of sanitary sewer in the neighborhood did not have it connected to that property. Councilmember Hilstrom asked why the City is then picking up the tab for installation at this point. The Director of Public Services stated the price being charged to the property owner now is in the same proportion as the price when the sewer was installed in 1961. Councilmember Carmody asked if the cost wouldn't have been less in 1961 than it is now. The Director of Public Services agreed. 7/24/95 - 13 - Councilmember Carmody asked whether the Council is bound to assess the cost at the 1961 rate. The Director of Public Services stated the Council is not bound to anything, but should assess in the same proportion. It is the Council's option to determine the split in costs between City and property owner. The Interim City Manager explained the current owner of the property is preparing to sell and the connection to sanitary sewer is required for the sale. Councilmember Carmody noted perhaps, in that case, the property owner would be motivated to work out an arrangement with the City. She stated payment by the City of such an amount would be too generous. The Interim City Manager said an arrangement could be worked out. Councilmember Carmody recommended the Interim City Manager make an arrangement with the property owner to pay a larger portion. Councilmember Mann said the property owner should pay half of the cost. There was a consensus of opinion. Councilmember Mann stated a 50/50 arrangement is fine but it is still generous on the part of the City. Councilmember Carmody asked whether there are very many properties in Brooklyn Center which are not hooked up to sanitary sewer and the Council should set a policy to handle similar situations. The Director of Community Development said there are very few properties not connected. There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to table the matter to allow time for Staff to work out an agreement with the property owner. The motion passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Mann adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 7:50 p.m. AAA -A Deputy City Clerk Mayor Recorded and transcribed by: 7/24/95 - 14- Barbara Collman TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial 7/24195 - 15 -