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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 11-13 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 NOVEMBER 13, 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 7:01 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Debra Hilstrom, and Kristen Mann. Also present were Interim City Manger Cam Andre, Director of Public Services Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, Director of Finance Charlie Hansen, Community Development Director Brad Hoffman, Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz, and Council Secretary Connie Beckman. Councilmember Barbara Kalligher was absent and excused. OPENING CEREMONIES A moment of silence was observed in place of the invocation. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Kristen Mann talked about the following items and /or events: • Discover the Center was acknowledged as being a success and would not have been possible if not for the volunteer help that was given. • Tuesday, November 14, 1995, will be the final Rally Night. Fuad Reveiz, kicker for the Vikings will be present to sign autographs. • On November 6, 1995, Council Special Work Session on selection of prospective /City Manager candidates. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the November 13, 1995, agenda with the following changes passed unanimously: removal of Items 5(a)l, 3, 4, 6, 8, 5(b), 5(c), 5(d), 5(e), 5(f), 5(g), 5(h), 5(I), 50), 5(k), 5(1) from the consent agenda; addition of Item 8(h) Discussion of Contract for City Manager, and 8(I) Items Removed from the Consent Agenda. 11/13/95 -1- APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve minutes of the following meetings passed unanimously: August 28, 1995- Regular Session; October 28, 1995 - Special Work Session; November 2, 1995- Special Work Session. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 95 -239 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE -OFF UNCOLLECTIBLE CHECKS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -240 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE -OFF UNCOLLECTIBLE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -241 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING DESIGNATION OF MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREETS (JOHN MARTIN DRIVE FROM SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY TO T.H. 100 AND SUMMIT DRIVE FROM SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY TO T.H. 100) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -242 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION REVOKING MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREET (62ND AVENUE FROM DUPONT AVENUE NORTH TO 0.33 MILES EAST OF DUPONT AVENUE NORTH) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. 11/13/95 -2- LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the following list of licenses passed unanimously: CHRISTMAS TREE SALES LOT Builders Square 3600 63rd Ave. N. Malmborg's Inc. 5120 N. Lilac Dr. PQT Company 5040 Brooklyn Blvd. PQT Company 5801 Xerxes Ave. N. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Erickson Plumbing, HTG /Cooling 9212 Isanti St. NE RENTAL DWELLING Initial: Paul & Sandra Henkel 3012 & 3018 51st Ave. N. Lutheran Social Service of MN 3612 55th Ave. N. Lutheran Social Service of MN 6018 Admiral Pl. Todd R. Grabow 7202 Girard Ave. N. Humboldt Properties 6737 -6743 Humboldt Ave. N. Morning Sun Investments 1519 Humboldt Place Michael A. Haugstad 7201 Major Ave. N. Renewal: Patti R. Zoerb 5900 Camden Ave. N. Melvin & Mildred Jampsa 5619 Hillsview Rd. Swanson Investments 7240 W. River Road TAXICAB Judith Marion Rankka 8477 Regent Ave. N. OPEN FORUM Bob Peppe, a resident at 6713 Toledo Avenue North, offered a summary report on Discover the Center. He expressed gratitude to members of Council who participated and supported various events sponsored in conjunction with Discover the Center: bingo cards; friendship games; tug of war; Rally nights (average of 100 people in attendance each night). Mayor Kragness acknowledged the excellent job done by those who helped with efforts around Discover the Center. 11/13/95 -3- PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FOR NUISANCE ABATEMENT AT 4746 LAKEVIEW AVENUE A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to open the public hearing at 7:10 p.m. passed unanimously. No public input was offered. A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Mann to close the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -243 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CERTIFYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FOR NUISANCE ABATEMENT TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS AT 4746 LAKEVIEW AVENUE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody and passed unanimously. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS RESOLUTION ELECTING TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LOCAL HOUSING INCENTIVES ACCOUNT PROGRAM UNDER THE METROPOLITAN LIVABLE COMMUNITIES ACT The Community Development Specialist presented information to Council regarding the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act and indicated two representatives from the Met Council were available to address any questions. The primary goal of the Act is to provide a mechanism for each community to address the issue of affordable housing. The Community Development Specialist indicated the price of a house considered affordable to a family of four under the Act is $115,000 which represents a price affordable to the four person family earning 80% of the area median income. The rental price of housing affordable to a family of four is $638.00 /month which represents 50% of the area median income. Currently, the rental index is 46 %, but there is a desire on the part of City staff to see the rental index raised to 84 %. To participate in the Local Housing Incentives Account Program, the Council must pass a resolution of intent to participate and develop an implementation plan by June 1996. The Community Development Specialist said the financial incentives under the Act include the following: Tax Base Revitalization Account; Livable Communities Demonstration Program; and Local Housing Incentives Account. He indicated the only fund the City would be eligible for is the Livable Communities Demonstration Program focusing on rehabilitation of areas throughout the City. 11/13/95 -4- The Community Development Specialist indicated that potential funding may be available to Brooklyn Center as part of the CO -OP Northwest Cities should it decide to participate in the program. The Community Development Specialist indicated the Housing Commission reviewed the program at its October 1995 meeting expressing some concerns but recommending participation as contained in Housing Commission Resolution No. 95 -1. Councilmember Mann questioned the Community Development Specialist regarding the pros and cons of raising affordable housing to 84% as well as participation in the program. The Community Development Specialist indicated a higher index would provide more opportunities and /or flexibility for blighted properties to be removed and still remain within program guidelines. He indicated there really was no downside to participation in the program, but that the program had a funding gap with regard to housing rehabilitation. Councilmember Mann expressed concern about limitations when revising the City's Comprehensive Plan and indicated potential for an additional level of bureaucracy being in place to prohibit Council from realizing successful goals on behalf of the City. The Community Development Specialist stated he saw no detriments in the City signing up for the program. Councilmember Carmody felt goals are close to benchmarks presented and didn't foresee anything hindering the City's completion of these goals. Councilmember Hilstrom questioned possible withdrawal from the program and the Met Council representative stated the program is renewed annually so the City could withdraw after each yam• RESOLUTION NO. 95 -244 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ELECTING TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LOCAL HOUSING INCENTIVES ACCOUNT PROGRAM UNDER THE METROPOLITAN LIVABLE COMMUNITIES ACT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed as follows: Mayor Kragness, Councilmembers Carmody and Hilstrom (yes); Councilmember Mann (no). RESOLUTION APPOINTING AUDITORS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1995 The Director of Finance recommended Deloitte & Touche for the auditing services. Councilmember Mann expressed concern about continued use of the firm, asked why Council had not been approached earlier, and inquired about the increase of the service fee. 11/13/95 -5- T The Director of Finance responded that the increase was 2.5 percent from last year, and that he was not aware Council desired a change. He recommended that Council consider retaining the firm for the remainder of the audit year given transition difficulties at the end of an audit year. Councilmember Carmody agreed with Councilmember Mann and requested the Director of Finance to submit his recommendation earlier next year. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -245 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPOINTING AUDITORS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kristen Mann and passed unanimously. E STAFF REPORT RE: IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 1996 -01, 02, AND 03, ORCHARD LANE EAST STREET STORM DRAINAGE AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The Director of Public Services provided Council with update information regarding a resolution passed by Council on August 14, 1995, directing staff to prepare a preliminary feasibility report regarding the proposed Orchard Lane East street and utility improvements, to conduct a preliminary informational meeting for the neighborhood, and to discuss proposed changes to facilities at Orchard Lane Park with the Park and Recreation Commission. Updates included information regarding infrastructure needs, a summary of the neighborhood information meeting, improvements to Orchard Lane Park, and coordinating of a "neighborhood" improvement approach. Councilmember Mann was concerned about assessment costs to residents for sanitary improvements. The Director of Public Services explained replacement of utility service from the main to each resident's property line would be covered by the City. If the resident chose to replace the service from the property line to the home, that would be the resident's responsibility and cost. A motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to authorize staff to develop a preliminary design for and more detailed information regarding the proposed improvements, present this information to the neighborhood at a neighborhood meeting, and bring this information to the Council for further consideration of an improvement project in this area passed unanimously. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1996 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AND THE CENTRAL GARAGE BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF FIVE (5) SQUAD CARS The Interim City Manager proposed the purchase of five squad cars for the police department. The bid price of each squad car is $18,897 versus $18,820--the appropriation amount approved In the 1996 central garage budget. The total budget amount difference is $835 more than was budgeted. The Interim City Manager clarified the total purchase price of the five squad cars is 11/13/95 -6- a "very good price" and recommended purchase be made with the $835 being taken out of the contingency fund. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -246 Member Debra Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1996 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AND THE CENTRAL GARAGE BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF FIVE (5) SQUAD CARS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kristen Mann and passed unanimously. DISCUSSION REGARDING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE /REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL The Community Development Director talked about monies in the amount of $40,000 which were set aside in the 1995 budget for updating the City's Comprehensive Plan. Updating of the plan is mandated by statute and must be completed by December 31, 1996. The zoning ordinance must be in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan. A request for qualifications would also incorporate Brooklyn Boulevard into the Comprehensive Plan. A motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the draft request for qualifications passed unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF LABOR AGREEMENTS WITH TEAMSTERS CONTRACTS FOR DEPARTMENT HEADS /SUPERVISORS AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES WITH THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER The Interim City Manager and Pamela R. Galanter, of Frank Madden's office informed Council that an agreement had been reached with the Teamster for Department Heads /Supervisors and Confidential employees for 1996 -1997. Councilmembers asked various questions regarding different aspects of the agreement from the Interim City Manager and Ms. Galanter. A lot of provisions included in the new agreement are already in the existing ordinance or pay plan. The contract would go into effect on January 1, 1996. A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve the agreement with the Department Heads /Supervisors and Confidential Employees passed unanimously. Mayor Kragness declared the Council meeting recessed at 8:25 p.m. Mayor Kragness declared the Council meeting reconvened at 8:42 p.m. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER ON PROPOSED CONTRACT 11/13/95 -7- The Councilmembers discussed extensively the specific directions decided upon at the November 6, 1995, special work session. t Mayor Kragness and Councilmember Carmody stated that at the November 6, 1995, special work session the Interim City Manager was directed to first contact Mr. Ross regarding his salary requirement and interest in the position of City Manager and if Mr. Ross was not interested, to contact Mr. Withers regarding his salary requirement and interest in the position based on a less than unanimous vote approval by Councilmembers. Councilmembers Hilstrom and Mann stated that at the November 6, 1995, special work session the Interim City Manager was directed to first contact Mr. Ross regarding his salary requirement and interest in the position of City Manager and if Mr. Ross was interested, the Interim City Manager was to officially offer the position to Mr. Ross. If Mr. Ross was not interested, the Interim City Manager was to contact Mr. Withers regarding his salary requirement and interest in the position of City Manager based on a less than unanimous vote approval by Councilmembers. If Mr. Withers was interested, the Interim City Manager was to officially offer the position to Mr. Withers. The Interim City Manager felt that he had no authorization to officially offer a contract to either candidate but only to solicit interest from each candidate. The Interim City Manager confirmed that Mr. Ross asked for $83,000 to $85,000. Mayor Kragness informed Council additional information had been made available to her about Mr. Withers via documentation and word of mouth, and indicated she would no longer be able to offer her support for him as a final candidate for City Manager. Councilmembers Hilstrom and Mann expressed discontent with Mayor Kragness' statement. Both Councilmembers continued to offer various information and statements regarding their support of Mr. Withers and said that their understanding of Council consensus at the November 6, 1995, special work session was that Mayor Kragness, Councilmembers Hilstrom and Mann supported Mr. Withers; Councilmember Carmody did not support Mr. Withers. Councilmember Mann questioned the Interim City Manager regarding background checks on the candidates. He indicated the criminal checks by police staff and the personal /job checks by himself had not indicated any improprieties. Salary compensation amounts were discussed by Council. Councilmembers Hilstrom and Mann were not willing to go above the amount of $79,000. Councilmember Carmody acknowledged no progress was being made and proposed an interim city manager be hired for the next 15 -18 months enabling Council to further look at more of the candidates still in the pool. Councilmember Hilstrom considered that would be going 11/13/95 -8- backwards, and stated various fiscal issues to be considered within the next 15 -18 months require a City Manager. Mayor Kragness and Councilmember Carmody said they couldn't support Mr. Withers. Councilmember Mann responded by stating there were many opportunities to express concerns regarding Mr. Withers and his qualifications in the past and she would not give in to "whims" of the Mayor. Mayor Kragness restated her rights to withdraw support for Mr. Withers based on additional information that had been made known to her since the November 6, 1995, special work session. A motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to prepare and present a contract to Mr. Withers according to the November 6, 1995, meeting was defeated. Councilmembers Mann and Hilstrom (yes); Mayor Kragness and Councilmember Carmody (no). Mayor Kragness suggested Council select from the pool of remaining candidates. Councilmember Hilstrom felt Council had come to a prior consensus and maybe all candidates from the pool should be eliminated. There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to recess this discussion until the end of the meeting to allow the other agenda items to be handled. The motion passed unanimously. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AUGUST 21_, 1995- SPECIAL WORK SESSION MINUTES Councilmember Mann's proposed revision to the minutes was discussed. After discussion, Councilmember Carmody and Councilmember Mann agreed on the following amendment. The sentence Councilmember Mann requested that the EBHC Management study be supplied to the new councilmembers" would be added after Councilmember Hilstrom's statement. A motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve minutes of the August 21, 1995 - Special Work Session as amended passed unanimously. SEPTEMBER 11. 1995- REGULAR SESSION MINUTES Councilmember Hilstrom expressed concern with her motion and reflected vote on the failed motion to set dates for Truth in Taxation public hearings. A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Mayor Kragness to approve minutes of the September 11, 1995 - Regular Session: Councilmember Carmody and Mayor Kragness (yes); Councilmembers Hilstrom and Mann (no). The motion failed. City staff was directed to re- review video tape of the meeting to confirm or refute reflection in the minutes of Councilmember Hilstrom's motion and vote on the failed motion to set dates for Truth in Taxation public hearings, and report findings accordingly. 11/13/95 -9- CORRECTION OCTOBER 23, 1995- RFCiTTT AR SESSION MINUTES Councilmembers were under the impression they had officially directed the Financial Commission to review a proposed Council pay plan revision. Since no official direction had been given to the Commission in writing, the City Attorney advised Council they could act on such a direction at tonight's meeting. There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Mann to forward the City Council pay plan to the Financial Commission. The motion passed unanimously. There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Mann to approve the minutes of the October 23, 1995, City Council meeting as submitted. The motion passed unanimously. OCTOBER 30, 1995- RF.CONVFNF-D SPECIAL WORK SESSION MINITTFS A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to approve notation in the City log book of Council minutes that the October 30, 1995- Reconvened Special Work Session meeting was canceled passed unanimously. NOVEMBER 6, 1995- SPECTAT WORKS SSTON (6 P M )MINITTF.S After discussion, a consensus was reached regarding what Council members desired reflected in the special work session minutes regarding directions to the Interim City Manager about contacting the two prospective City Manager candidates. A motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve minutes amended to read "SELECTION OF CITY MANAGER - The Interim City Manager was requested by Council to contact Mr. Ross regarding a salary of $79,900. If Mr. Ross was not interested, the Interim City Manager should contact Mr. Withers with the same salary of $70,000 and inquire about his desire to accept the position with less than a unanimous vote. " The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NOS-95-247 THROUGH 95-257 Councilmember Mann stated she requested these resolutions pulled from the Consent Agenda in order to individually acknowledge each person and their contribution to the City. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -247 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF JODY BRANDVOLD FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. 11/13/95 -10- RESOLUTION NO. 95 -248 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF DOLORES HASTINGS FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -249 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF ROBERT TORRES FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -250 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF EVERETT LINDH FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -251 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF DENNIS MORROW FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -252 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 11/13/95 -11- RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF ROBERT JECHOREK FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -253 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF JOHANNA MILLS FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -254 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF JOYCE LINDQUIST FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -255 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF NANCY CARLSON FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -256 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF DEBORAH IVERSON FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE 11/13/95 -12- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -257 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF KAREN YOUNGBERG FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom and passed unanimously. CONTINUATION OF REPORT OF CITY MANAGER ON PROPOSED CONTRACT (Item Councilmember Mann inquired about benefits accompanying the salary that were being offered. The Interim City Manager indicated the salary Mr. Ross would accept was $83,000. The Interim City Manager indicated the salary Mr. Withers would accept was $70,000 and would accept the position based on a three to one vote of Council support. The Interim City Manager reported salaries of city managers recently hired ($83,000- Brooklyn Park and $87,000 - Blaine). The Interim City Manager reminded Council the advertisement they had submitted for city manager included a pay scale salary plan of $73,000 to $87,000. Mayor Kragness and Councilmember Mann inquired about a one -time bonus /compensation to Mr. Ross. The Interim City Manager said he doubted that Mr. Ross would be interested. Councilmember Hilstrom questioned whether grounds for a potential lawsuit had been established since the Interim City Manager had already contacted Mr. Ross and Mr. Withers, and now they would be eliminated from the list of candidates. The City Attorney stated formal action does not take place at a work session. He added a contract needs to be precise and the terms (salary) discussed with the two candidates had not been precise enough to establish a contract. Further discussion proceeded regarding candidate qualifications, previous actions by Councilmembers and the measures Council might consider in the future to clarify positions taken. Mayor Kragness suggested Council set a date for interviewing all city manager candidates. She added previous interviews on different days resulted in a lack of conformity regarding the manner in which the interviews had been conducted. Councilmember Mann did not want to meet on a non - scheduled Council meeting date. Councilmember Hilstrom felt all candidate interviews should be conducted and a final decision made on the same day. 11/13/95 -13- The Interim City Manager added the remaining pool of candidates represented quality people as two of the top twenty had already been offered and accepted other city manager positions. Councilmember Mann inquired of Councilmember Hilstrom her willingness to make a concession regarding salary. Councilmember Hilstrom indicated she might. Councilmember Carmody inquired about costs the City would incur in interviewing the five candidates. Councilmember Hilstrom felt five new candidates should be interviewed. Councilmember Hilstrom expressed a desire that Ms. McAloney not be used for the interviewing process. Council directed the Interim City Manager to compile a listing of five candidates. Candidate interviews will be scheduled for Saturday, November 18, 1995, beginning at 8 a.m. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adjourn the meeting at 10:10 p.m. passed unanimously. ��' im', I ' �� D 7u uty City Clerk M r Recorded and transcribed by: Connie Beckman TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial 11/13/95 -14-