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A newsletter for residents of the City of Brooklyn Center
Election Day is November S
Mayor and Two City Council Seats on Ballot
The general election is Tuesday, November 5, and polls will open at 7 AM
and close at 8 PM. On the ballot wilt be the names of candidates for Brooklyn Center Polling Locations
federal, state, county, judicial, and city offices. Two school districts, precinct 1 Lutheran Church of the Triune God
Anoka - Hennepin and Osseo, will have operating levy questions. The city Lutheran
Avenue North
offices on the ballot are Mayor and two Council Members.
Precinct 2 Earle Brown Elementary School
Myrna Kra ness 5900 Humboldt Avenue North
Bob Pe 22e Precinct 3 Evergreen Park Elementary School
7020 Dupont Avenue North
Mark Anderson
Kathleen Carmod Precinct 4 St. Alphonsus Church
Diane Niesen
7025 Halifax Avenue North
Tim Willson Precinct 5 Garden City Elementary School
See Page 2 for Election Day registration information. 3501 65th Avenue North
Precinct 6 Northport Elementary School
Absentee Ballot Voting 5421 Brooklyn Boulevard
Any eligible voter who expects to be unable to go to the polling place on
Election Day in the precinct where the individual maintains residence may Precinct 7 Cross of Glory Lutheran Church
vote by absentee ballot. You can vote by absentee ballot at City Hall 5929 Brooklyn Boulevard
during regular business hours, 8 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
City Hall will also be open for absentee ballot voting on Saturday,
November 2, 10 AM to 3 PM, and Monday, November 4, until 5 PM.
Absentee ballot applications can be obtained at City Hall or you may
download the application on the City's web site at
www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org The ballots can only be issued to the
individual casting the ballot, either in person or by mail. For additional
information on absentee voting, contact the Deputy City Clerk at (763)
569 -3308 during regular business hours or visit the City's web site at
www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org
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Center Community Activities, Recreation and Precinct 1
Services Department that was scheduled for Precinct 2
Saturday, November 2, at Park Center High Precinct 3
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Election Daly Registration — Be Prepared
If you miss registering to vote before the election, you can register on Election Day at your polling place. However, you
will need proof of your identity and the address where you are living on Election Day.
D To be eligible to register to vote in Brooklyn Center, an individual must be at least 18 years old on Election Day; a
citizen of the United States; and a resident of Minnesota for at least 20 days prior to the election.
D If you have previously registered, there is no need to go through the process again unless you have failed to vote once in
four preceding years, moved to a different address, or have changed your name.
D To register at the polls, a resident must provide proof of residence in the precinct either with Option 1 or Option 2.
OPTION 1- Present one of the following.
* Valid Minnesota driver's license, learner's permit, or a receipt for either that contains the voter's valid address in
the precinct.
* Valid Minnesota identification card or a receipt for the identifications card that contains the voter's valid address
in the precinct.
* Notice of ineffective registration.
* Valid registration in the same precinct but from an old address.
* A registered voter in your precinct who will sign an oath stating that you reside in the precinct in which you are
voting.
* College students may present a student fee statement, a student identification card, or a student registration card,
as long as it shows their address in the precinct.
OPTION 2 - Present one of the photo identification cards listed in Item A and one of the additional proofs of residence
listed in Item B.
Item A Item B
* Minnesota driver's license or identification card. * Gas bill.
* United State passport. * Electric bill.
* United States military identification card. * Telephone bill.
* Student identification card issued by a Minnesota * Cable television bill.
postsecondary educational institution. * Solid waste bill.
* Water or sewer bill.
VOTE November 5 The utility bills must show the voter's name and current
address in the precinct and the due date of the bill must
be within 30 days before or after Election Day.
Cituwide Curbside Cleanup A Success
On September 14, 2002, the City provided a one -time free curbside cleanup collection event
to Brooklyn Center residents. Several households participated in the event; the collection
results are as follows:
• Trash 454 tons or 110 lbs per household
• Appliances 1,486 units or approximately 100 tons (recycled)
• Scrap Metal 78 tons or 19 lbs per household (recycled)
Thanks to the many Brooklyn Center residents who participated
in this event to help beautify your community!
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Taking Care of City Reconstruction Capital Improvement
Streets: Enhances Program (CIP)
Projects Progress Neighborhoods
Through City Each year as part of the City's budget
process, a Capital Improvement
Many improvements are done during Program (CIP) is developed. The CIP
Brooklyn Center began the street reconstruction to enhance is a planning document only. Most of
Neighborhood Street and Utility neighborhoods. Old streetlights are the projects in the CIP must be
Improvement Program in 1994 to replaced with more decorative lights reviewed and approved individually
on fiberglass poles; sidewalks are b the City Council before the can be
systematically reconstruct or
rehabilitate all the streets in the City. repaired or replaced; boulevard trees constructed. Street project with
Most of the streets in town are 35 -40 lost to construction are replaced; and special assessments may not be
years old. Through an aggressive concrete driveway aprons are approved without a public hearing.
maintenance program helped by installed. Many homeowners take For more information on the CIP or
favorable natural conditions such as advantage of the construction to have improvement projects in general,
good soils, street maintenance crews their driveways replaced, and may please call the Engineering Office at
have been able to get considerably also have roofs ore siding redone. The (763) 569 -3340 or e-mail to
more life out of the pavement than the end result is a rejuvenated info @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us.
20 years typically found elsewhere. neighborhood, with streets and utilities
However, streets do eventually wear good for another 40 years.
out and need to be replaced. The — --
City's storm sewer system is projects Paid For B y
inadequate, and some neighborhoods Meals On Wheels
have water or sanitary sewer problems A Combination of
that are best addressed by replacing Needs Volunteers
the mains. Funds
This Neighborhood Street and Utility Reconstruction projects are paid for Community Emergency Assistance
through a combination of funds. Water Program CEAP) has an immediate
Improvement Program will take about g (
30 years in total to cycle through the and sanitary sewer improvements are need for some additional Meals On
City. Generally, the neighborhoods paid at this time entirely from the Wheels drivers. Meals On Wheels
selected to be reconstructed first are Water and sanitary sewer utility funds provides home - delivered, hot
those that have the highest that have been built up over the years nutritious lunches to senior citizens
combination of needs. The condition through rates paid on quarterly utility and disabled adults. For some clients,
of pavement is only one factor that bills. Storm sewer improvements are Meals On Wheels is a solution to a
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paid for by a combination of special temporary situation, such as
goes into the identification of needs, p y
and in fact, some neighborhoods that assessments and the storm drainage recovering from surgery. For others, it
end up high on the priority list may utility fund. Street improvements are provides the independence needed to
have pavement that with careful paid for by a combination of special stay in oneis home. Volunteer drivers-
maintenance could last another several assessments, General Fund (property are needed each weekday to deliver
years. However, what usually drives tax revenue), and some state aid that is approximately 100 -120 meals. If you
the selection of neighborhoods is specifically for street reconstruction. are looking for a volunteer opportunity
underground - the condition of the to offer some assistance to the elderly
sanitary sewer main, the need to The City's Special Assessment Policy and disabled members of our
upgrade or install new storm sewers, requires assessments on single - family community, please call Cindy at (763)
the condition of the water main. lots be a uniform rate, that is, each 566 -9600.
house is assessed the same amount
regardless of lot size or the value of
the house, or if it's a corner or interior W -
lot. Townhouses, apartments, condos,
schools, churches, and businesses all
pay different rates based on the size of
the property.
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Assistance Available for Home Improvement Projects
Whether you are planning to build, remodel, or add -on, your home improvement project may require the services of a contractor.
Home improvement projects can easily cost thousands of dollars, making selection of the right contractor very important. Although
most contractors are reputable professionals, there are some who lack necessary skills or business expertise. Less reputable contractors
may try to sell you items you don't need, or may not be financially viable should a problem arise. Please keep it in mind that
inspectors are available to answer any questions that you may have prior to starting your building project. If you would like to
schedule an appointment to meet with an inspector, please call (763) 569 -3344, or stop by our the Community Development Office
between the hours of 8 AM and 4:30 PM Monday through Friday. Typically we spend most of the day in the field; however, if you
leave your name and number we will make every attempt to return your call as soon as possible. We have a number of handouts
available to assist you in planning your project, ranging from the selection of a contractor, to understanding Mechanics Liens and
finishing your basement. We would like to assist you in making your project a pleasant experience.
Sewer Backups
If you experience a sewer backup problem, call the City before calling a sewer cleaning service. City public utility personnel will
respond and determine if the blockage is in the City sewer line or your private sewer line at no charge to the resident. If a sewer
cleaning service is called first and the blockage is in the City line, the sewer cleaning service typically will charge the resident for the
call out. The City will not reimburse you for that charge.
CALL Does your homeowner insurance cover sewer backups?
8 AM to 4:30 PM, Weekdays (763) 569 -3390 Occasionally sewage will backup into businesses and/or
After Hours, Weekends, and Holidays (763) 569 -3333 private residences as a result of blockages in private sewer
Public Utility on -call personnel will assist with the problem. services or the public sewer system. When this occurs, in
addition to the mess and odor, considerable damage can also
If you hire a sewer cleaning service and they remove tree occur to property. Most homeowner insurance policies will not
roots, please notify the City to prevent a secondary backup cover this without a special rider and the City will not cover
from occurring. A secondary backup can occur when roots damages unless it is proven that the City was negligent in
cleaned from private house sewer lines get lodged in the main maintaining its system. The City recommends you consider
City sewer line. If unchecked, this could result in a sewer obtaining a rider that would cover such damage if it would
backup in your basement as well as your neighbor's basement. occur.
Battery Recijcling
There are many different kinds of batteries available to consumers. Batteries should not be placed in your trash. The type of battery,
will determine its proper disposal. Following are specific details about managing household dry cells, rechargeable, and lead -acid
batteries generated by households:
Household dry cell These batteries are found in household appliances such as: flashlights, radios, calculators, cell phones, lap tops,
watches, hearing aids, phones, drills, other portable electronic devices, etc. Examples are alkaline, button, lithium (not rechargeable),
and carbon zinc. Check with the place of purchase for disposal options. Many retailers who sell batteries will accept spent batteries.
The Brooklyn Park Recycling Center & Transfer Station accepts all batteries as a household hazardous waste. Hennepin County has a
battery collection container at Brooklyn Center City Hall and Target store. Call (612) 348 -3777 for a location near you.
Rechargeable batteries Ni -Cad, lithium ion, nickel metal hydride, and small sealed lead -acid batteries are collected at various local
retailers. Before disposing, place tape over the terminals to prevent contact between them or other metal surfaces. Call the
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation for locations: 1- 800 - 822 -8837, or visit their web site at www.rbrc.ors
Vehicle/lead -acid, wet cell batteries Lead -acid automotive batteries contain 18 pounds of toxic metals and a gallon of corrosive
lead- contaminated acids. In Minnesota, a person may not place a car, boat, snowmobile, etc. battery in the trash. By State law, all
places that sell lead -acid batteries (car, boat, snowmobile, etc.) are required to accept up to five used batteries per consumer, free of
charge, whether you buy a new battery or not.
Reduce Use electricity, not batteries, in dual - powered products whenever possible.
Waste Buy rechargeable or long- lasting batteries.
Two AA Ni -Cad rechargeable batteries can replace up to 600 single -use batteries.
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Snow Removal Operations
Snow Removal Keep Fire Hydrants Clear Boulevard Maintenance Policy
Street snow removal operations will Please help keep fire hydrants clear of Residents are reminded that by City
begin when there has been a snowfall snow. In the event of a fire, valuable ordinance items such as landscape
of more than 2 2 inches or if other time may be lost if the fire department rocks, sprinkler systems, fences,
conditions warrant plowing. Sidewalk has to locate and/or remove snow bollards, timbers, shrubs, retaining
snow removal will occur when there from a hydrant. walls, gardens, and large permanent
has been a snowfall of one inch or mailbox installations (constructed of
more. Crews will begin plowing as concrete, brick, wood, etc.) are not
soon as the storm subsides. The City Mailboxes: allowed on the boulevard, that is, from
streets are divided into ten districts, Installation and Damage the edge of the street back 10 -15 feet.
with plows assigned to each district. The boulevard area is reserved for
The arterial streets will be cleared Standard mailbox and post snow storage and for utility
installations meeting U.S. Postal
first, followed by the residential placements. On occasion objects in
streets. The snow plow must make regulations are allowed within the the boulevard are damaged during
boulevard area. You should check
several passes up and down the street your mailbox and post installation winter snowplowing operations when
to remove the snow; two to clear the each year to prevent problems which they are struck by heavy snow and ice
center and two or more to widen the typically occur during the winter or snowplowing equipment. The City
street gutter to gutter. Because cannot accept responsibility for
months, making repairs difficult and
plowing routes are sometimes long, it private property located on City right -
may be one hour or more between the causing a delay in mail delivery. of -way and will not repair or replace
clearing pass and the final widening Check mailbox posts for signs of immovable items placed in these
pass. rotting wood or rusted metal. areas. Property owners should remove
Typically, when a post has been in the
ground for a few years, a wood post items or place them at least ten feet
will rot off and a metal post will rust behind the curb line or the edge of the
Child Safety at the base. Rotted, rusted, or unstable street.
Please remind your children not to installations need to be replaced with a
build snow forts or play in the snow sturdy 4" x 4" post and the mailbox ........................
piles made by the plows. The plow and paper box must be installed a The Public Works garage
operators often cannot see children in minimum of 45" above the street
the snow banks, and they could be surface to accommodate the height of is rtorrttally open
buried in the snow or seriously hurt. the plow. The City will repair or A 1C to 3:30 f'hf
When driving allow ample distance replace properly installed mailboxes Monday through Friday.
between your vehicle and the which are damaged by direct contact
snowplow. Snow conditions often with snow removal equipment. The To report snowy or ic:V
require that the snowplow driver stop City will not assume responsibility for conditions outside of these
and back up before continuing; this damage simply caused from snow
can create a potential accident when pressure.
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dispatcher may be available
Driveways at (763) 569 -3333.
Garbage /Recycling Containers We apologize in advance for plugged
Garbage and recycling containers driveways, which are unavoidable side
th ere is no at2SZVr, please
must be placed so they are accessible effects of well - plowed streets and
for pickup, but during the snow season sidewalks. To reduce the frustration of Fall the non - emergency
they may not be placed in the road or shoveling out the end of your Police at (763) 3333. .
on the sidewalk. To assist driveway twice, we suggest you wait
snowplowing operations, place the until the street is plowed to its full
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containers in the driveway. width before tackling the windrow.
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Crime Prevention For A Safer Communitly
With the upcoming holiday and travel seasons, we would like Large amounts of mail arrive in our mailboxes over the
to take this opportunity to offer our community valuable tips holiday season. Be aware of scams or offers for money. If
in helping to prevent/reduce crime. Identity theft is one of the you want to reduce the amount of "junk mail" write to:
fastest growing crimes today. With the available technology, it Mail Preference Service, Direct Marketing Association,
is important for community members to protect themselves. P.O. Box 9008, Farmingdale, NY 11735 -9008.
Below is a list of ways you can guard yourself and your Be aware of your personal information provided on credit
belongings. card statements or medical bills. These documents contain
enough information for a "would -be" criminal to steal
Traveling Safety Tips your identity.
D Notify your Neighborhood Watch Captain of the dates DO NOT leave outgoing mail in your mailbox overnight!
you will be leaving and returning. If you do not Finally, shredding documents is another effective way to
participate in this program, now is a great time to start! reduce the potential for identity theft.
Keep window shades and blinds in their normal position.
D Stop delivery on mail and newspapers, or make Personal Safety Tips
arrangements with a friend/neighbor to pick up them D When shopping for the upcoming holiday season, be
daily. aware of your surroundings. It is easy to get caught up in
D Make sure all door and window locks are in proper the excitement of the season, but it is necessary to take
working order. precautions for yourself and your belongings.
Set lights on timers so they turn on at the appropriate D Make sure all of your shopping packages are stored in the
times. trunk of your vehicle. Do not leave anything in view that
While traveling, try to use traveler's checks to avoid may tempt thieves. Items such as cell phones, CD's,
carrying large amounts of cash and numerous credit cards. money, jewelry, or numerous packages of purchased
D Do not place theses items in your luggage; keep them items can be a temptation.
with you at all times. D Large purses are easily grabbed. Avoid leaving purses on
restroom floors or hanging them on door hooks of
Fraud Prevention Tips bathroom stalls, as they can be easily stolen. Remember
D Be wise! If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. to keep your purse close to you at all times.
Never give out information over the phone (i.e., credit Avoid carrying large amounts of cash. Keep credit card
card numbers, social security numbers, bank account receipts with you - do not put them in your bag as
numbers, etc.) unless you know exactly to whom you are someone could easily obtain your credit card number.
talking.
D Be careful when making purchases over the Internet. These tips are only a few ways of protecting yourself and your
Make sure that the website is secure and change your property. If you observe a crime or are a crime victim, please
passwords frequently. A message will usually appear if contact the Brooklyn Center Police Department as soon as
the website is secure, meaning that your information is possible at (763) 569 -3333. We want our community members
not easily accessible to other people. to be safe!
On- Street Parking Restrictions
Residents are reminded of these on- street parking restrictions in effect year - round. These include:
D On -street parking is prohibited between 2 AM and 6 AM.
On -street parking may not exceed six consecutive hours at any other time.
No parking is allowed in alleys.
Parking on sidewalks and on the turfed area of boulevards is prohibited.
Occasional exceptions may be granted in the case of street construction projects, family gatherings, out -of -state visitors, etc.
These exceptions are granted by the Police Department, and must be obtained ahead of time. Please call the Police Department for a
permit. If you have questions about on- street parking or are concerned about possible on -street parking problems in your
neighborhood, contact the Police Department at (763) 569 -3333.
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Winter Driving Thoughts
Winter is quickly approaching and we must again be reminded of the challenge driving can be - particularly during the first snowfall.
Although drivers grow to be complacent by the tight handling of our vehicles on dry summer roads, this will soon change. First we see
the warnings of the rain and snow mixture. This is nature's way of telling us things are going to get worse. For most drivers, these
hints are sufficient to begin Minnesota's snow - driving season. Unfortunately, for other drivers the hints don't sink in until the tow
truck arrives.
Thousands of vehicles end up in the ditch or in accidents with each first Minnesota snowfall. Throughout the winter, these numbers
will decrease as drivers become cautious and more acclimated to the challenging road conditions. Let's start this winter drivin g season
out where we left off last year, by learning from our mistakes and becoming cautious drivers.
Things to remember
D When spotting an icy area, do not slam on the brakes. Use them gradually and try to remain calm. If your tires do lock up,
you will have no control of the direction your vehicle takes. Turning the steering wheel will have little or no effect. The next
biggest clue to an icy road, besides actually seeing the ice, is the row of vehicles stuck in the ditch ahead. It's amazing how
many drivers pass vehicles stuck in the snow, and while driving at full speed become the next car in the ditch.
D Bridges and overpasses can be particularly slippery as they don't have the ground beneath them for warmth.
Always make sure you have a full supply of window wash. With all the sand, salt and slush dirtying your windshield, it's
nice to just wash it away.
D Do not attempt to pass a snowplow - on either side. With snow flying everywhere, the driver may not see you and you will
not have a clear view ahead. There is no such thing as a minor accident with a snowplow! Always give them extra space.
?� Always maintain at least a 2 second spacing between you and the vehicle ahead.
The more snow = the more space.
D The most important thought of all is to allow more time for your daily travels.
It takes time to clear accidents and debris which, in turn, means delay in road travel.
Special note to the many SUV owners
W inter Survival Tips i
Four -wheel drive is very nice to have for the few occasions we
use it, but remember on ice: Stock your car with basic winter driving equipment:
a scraper and brush, small shovel, jumper cables,
4 -wheel drive = 4 -wheel slide tow chain, and a bag of sand or cat litter for
traction. Include emergency items such as road
flares, a blanket, and a flashlight with batteries.
� Thought for the season
Keep an emergency survival kit in the car. It should
Most drivers towed from the ditch say they didn't believe include:
there was anything they could have done to prevent from • a metal bucket or coffee can
sliding there. The majority of vehicles in the ditch are there + a small candle with matches or a disposable
because of excessive speed and inattentiveness to the road lighter
conditions. However, drivers have complete control over both a brightly colored square of cloth such as a
of these factors. bandanna
adhesive bandages
a large plastic garbage bag
high energy non - perishable foods
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Brooklyn Center Celebrates the 2002 Holiday
Season With the 12 Annual City Of Brooklyn Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Holly Sunday Brooklyn Center , MN 55430
e -mail the C ty at:
info@ ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
Sunday, December 8 City Hall (763) 569 -3300
2 -5 PM
Brooklyn Center Community Center Recreation (763) 569 -3400
Emergency 911
Visit with Santa! 2 - 4:30 PM Police non- emergency (763) 569 -3333
Go on a Hayride! 2:30 - 4:30 PM Job Information Line (763) 569 -3307
Holiday Puppet show 2 - 2:40 PM Persons with hearing or speech impairment are served by the
Holiday Games 2 - 4:00 PM MN Relay Service 711 (TTYNoice)
Singin' Safari Band
- children's Holiday favorites 4:15 PM Mayor Myrna Kragness
Lighting of the Holiday Tree! 5:00 PM Voicemail: (763) 569 -3450
mayorkragness@ci.brooklyn
Please bring a new toy to Councilmember Kay Lasman
donate to Toys for Tots! Voicemail: (763) 569 -3448
Free cookies and councilmemberlasman@ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
beverages! Councilmember Ed Nelson
Free pictures will be taken Voicemail: (763) 569 -3447
with Santa while film councilmembemelson @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
supplies last. Councilmember Robert Peppe
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3446
councilmemberpeppe @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
Questions, please call (763) 569 -3400.
Sponsored by Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Councilmember Tim Ricker
Recreation and Services Department with a donation from the Voicemail: (763) 569 -3449
Brooklyn Center Lions Club. councilmemberricker @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
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City Manager Michael J. McCauley
City Council meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month at 7
PM. Informal Open Forum is held at 6:45 PM before Council meetings.
'a �a Watch City Council meetings live on cable Channel 16. Replays shown
Tuesdays at 6:30 PM and Wednesdays at 2:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Call City
i Hall to verify meeting dates (763) 569 -3300.
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