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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 02-13 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 FEBRUARY 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 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kristen Mann, Debra Hilstrom, and Kathleen Carmody. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Public Services Diane Spector, Director of Community Development Brad Hoffman, Communications Coordinator Terri Swanson, Consulting Engineer Sy Knapp, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Council Secretary Barbara Collman. Councilmember Barb Kalligher was excused from tonight's meeting. OPENING CEREMONIES Jim McCluskey offered the invocation. A flag ceremony was performed by Boy Scout Troop 299. COUNCIL REPORTS Mayor Kragness announced the Hennepin Recycling Group will be holding a discussion regarding recycling options on February 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. The City Manager noted there will be a hearing of the House of Representatives Tax Committee in Brooklyn Center Council Chambers on the evening of Tuesday, February 14, 1995. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Kragness inquired if any Councilmember requested any items be removed from the consent agenda. Councilmember Mann requested items 6b and 61 be removed from the consent agenda. There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the February 13, 1995, agenda and consent agenda with the removal of items 6b and 61 from the consent agenda. The motion passed unanimously. 2/13/95 - 1 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES JANUARY 23, 1995 - REGULAR SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the minutes of the January 23, 1995, regular session as printed. The motion passed unanimously. JANUARY 30 1995 - SPECIAL SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the minutes of the January 30, 1995, special session as printed. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 95 -40 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTES AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) PHOTOCOPIER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -41 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PROJECT, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AND DIRECTING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR 1995 SEALCOAT PROGRAM, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1995 -06, CONTRACT 1995 -A The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -42 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR REBIDDING, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1994 -15, ADA TRAILS, CURB CUTS, AND PEDESTRIAN RAMPS, AND IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1994 -23, 1994 SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT - MISCELLANEOUS LOCATIONS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. 2/13/95 -2- i I RESOLUTION NO. 95 -43 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR REBIDDING, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1994 -33, MISCELLANEOUS REMOVALS, EXCAVATION, AND CONCRETE CURB The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -44 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR REBIDDING, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1994 -25, PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE REPAIR IN GARDEN CITY PARK AND AT COUNTY ROAD 10 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -45 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -19, CENTRAL GARAGE IMPROVEMENTS, FOR TELEPHONE AND DATA IMPROVEMENTS i The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -46 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: R i RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PROPOSAL FOR SOILS STUDY FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT, WOODBINE NEIGHBORHOOD, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 1995 -07, 08, & 09 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. 2/13/95 -3 - RESOLUTION NO. 95 -47 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED USE OF YEAR XXI (1995) URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -48 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1995 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO INCLUDE FUNDING FOR BROOKLYN COMMUNITY BAND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. BUILDING CODE APPEAL BY DAVID AND LESLIE ANDRESEN 6821 PERRY AVENUE NORTH There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to indefinitely postpone the public hearing scheduled in regard to the building code appeal by David and Leslie Andresen, 6821 Perry Avenue North. The motion passed unanimously. LICENSES There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the following list of licenses: BOWLING ALLEY Lynbrook Bowl 6357 N. Lilac Drive GARBAGE AND REFUSE COLLECTION VEHICLE Waste Control Systems, Inc. d/b /a Waste Control 95 West Ivy MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Climate Engineering 4336 B Shady Oak Road RENTAL DWELLINGS Initial: Michael and Amy DesParois 5301 Dupont Ave. N. 2/13/95 - 4 - CORREMON RENTAL DWELLINGS - CONTINUED Renewal; Luanne Polve 6000 Abbott Ave. N. Boyer Palmer 6101 Beard Ave. N. James and Bobbie Simons 6109 -11 -13 Beard Ave. N. Terry L. Hartmann 6827 Fremont Pl. N. Richard Olson 5818 Humboldt Ave. N. Gary Scherber 4708 Lakeview Ave. N. Gary Scherber 5820 Logan Ave. N. Richard Bergstrom 5400 Russell Ave. N. Sharon Haugen /Julie Haugen 4806 Twin Lake Ave. N. Fredrick Beier 5300 -04 Vincent Ave. N. Raymond and Betty Anderson 7113 Willow Lane Lyle Miller 3501 47th Ave. N. Catherine Shefeluk 3018 51st Ave. N. The motion passed unanimously. OPEN FORUM Mayor Kragness noted there had been two requests to use the open forum session this evening. Julie Barry, 7119 Dallas Road, spoke as a member of the Board of Directors of the CO -Op Northwest Community Revitalization Corporation. She presented a handout. The Council's involvement in -this program is an urgent matter. The program would serve seniors in conjunction with housing and services needs, as well as young families attempting to finance first homes. The program is designed to help low- and moderate- income residents. Ms. Barry urged the Council to get in on the ground floor with this project by meeting with resource people to discuss their concerns and by assigning Staff to research types of funding other cities have received. Ms. Barry further commented housing is critical in order for there to be residents to patronize the redeveloped areas which are planned. She also suggested the Council tap into the available resource of citizens groups. Mayor Kragness thanked Ms. Barry for her comments and suggested the Brooklyn Center Housing Commission might wish to meet with representatives of the committee. Dan Remiarz, 6201 June Ave. N., commented he�had previously addressed the Council urging it to appoint a police chief who was not from the ranks. He noted he has now seen newspaper coverage of a settlement of $42,000 and another lawsuit pending. 2/13/95 - 5 - NIr. Remiarz said he has asked for information on City pay remuneration but is not able to -et the kind of report he wants. He would Iike an investigation into Sundav overtime as he noted Citv workers working on Sundav in connection with a utility method he feels is outdated. The City Manager said he could refer Mr. Remiarz to the appropriate consultants. Mr. Remiarz said he is familiar with meter - reading; equipment. He would be willing to get quotes on new equipment. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS APPROVAL OF IMAGE CAMPAIGN PLAN The Communications Coordinator referred the Council to the preliminary image campaign plan outlined in the Council packet. The Communications Coordinator asked the Council to authorize the hiring of a public relations firm as a contributing factor to the image campaign, specifically in regard to media coverage. The campaign task force proposes to interview firms, obtain bids, and brink; a choice to the Council for approval. She noted funds are available for this expenditure. The Communications Coordinator also asked the Council to authorize the formation of a steering committee for the campaign. The steering committee would be responsible for overseeing funding and operations for the campaign. The Communications Coordinator noted the campaign outlined would consist of new programs as well as image boosters. Hiring a public relations firm and forming a steering committee are two early steps in the process. Councilmember Mann noted the goals listed in the preliminary plan mention an "information coordinator." She asked whether that term refers to a public relations firm. The Communications Coordinator replied the term refers to her position as a central coordinator. Councilmember Carmodv asked whether a date has been set for appointing a steering committee. The Cite 'NIanager explained a committee must be authorized first. Councilmember Carmody asked whether the steering committee will be in place before a public relations firm is selected. The City Manager said it will. Councilmember Carmody asked whether the establishment of a steering committee will dissolve the task force. The Communications Coordinator said the task force will become a goal committee under the steering committee. The City Manager noted in other - b - communities the steering committee eventually becomes a non - profit organization so the City can contract with it. There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the preliminary image campaign plan as submitted. The motion passed unanimously. There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to authorize the communications task force to interview prospective public relations firms; direct the City Manager and Staff to work with a steering committee, the Chamber of Commerce, and the communications task force to finalize the image campaign plan and recommend a specific action plan, including recommendations for the most effective use of the $25,000 appropriated in the general fund budget for 1995 for this general purpose. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) The City Manager noted this project is a joint operation with Metro Council Transit Operations (MCTO). The Director of Public Services explained several services are involved in the project. The City has a contract with MCTO to construct it on its behalf. The MCTO will then own and operate it. The MCTO has provided funding. Several elements are involved, including the acquiring and re- platting of property, and the realignment and landscaping of 65th Avenue. The Director of Public Services recommended the firm of Short - Elliott- Hendrickson, Inc. be hired for the first phase design, not to exceed a cost of $77,000. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -49 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PROPOSAL AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -18, PARK AND RIDE/POND AND ASSOCIATED IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager noted the charges are to be pro- rated. STAFF REPORT RE: 1995 STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS The Director of Public Services reviewed the staff reports regarding 1995 street improvement projects. 2/13/95 - 7 - Regarding the 57th Avenue improvement project, the Director of Public Services stated it is evident an agreement will not be reached to facilitate construction in 1995. Therefore, Staff recommends the project be reconsidered for 1996. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -50 Member Debra Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TERMINATING CONSIDERATION OF IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 1994 -03 & 04, 57TH AVENUE IMPROVEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION IN 1995, AND CANCELLING PUBLIC HEARING The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kristen Mann, and the motion passed unanimously. Regarding the 73rd Avenue North project, the Director of Public Services noted this project was tabled by the Council to the Humboldt project and required cooperation with the City of Brooklyn Park. The decision regarding Humboldt was reached too late for all processes to be accomplished for construction of the 73rd project in 1995. The Director of Public Services also discussed a change in State Aid routes and suggested Staff could report on same. Mayor Kragness agreed more information would be needed. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -51 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TERMINATING CONSIDERATION OF IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 1994 -07 & 08, 73RD AVENUE IMPROVEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION IN 1995 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom, and the motion passed unanimously. Regarding the Humboldt Avenue North project, the Director of Public Services noted the City's consultant has drafted final designs and specifications and needs authorization to submit them to the Office of State Aid. There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to authorize submission of the consultant's report to the Office of State Aid. The motion passed unanimously. In addition, the Director of Public Services explained it is necessary to establish parking regulations in relation to the project. 2113/95 -8 - RESOLUTION NO. 95 -52 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PARKING REGULATIONS ON MSAP 109- 108 -05, HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH BETWEEN 69TH AND 73RD AVENUES NORTH The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kathleen Carmody, and the motion passed unanimously. The Director of Public Services noted this project is almost ready for the next steps in the process. Councilmember Mann requested the assessment policy be considered at an upcoming Council Special Session. The City Manager agreed to add it to an agenda, perhaps February 21, 1995. STAFF REPORT REGARDING WOODBINE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS The City Manager noted after the project was approved and begun it became apparent a modification to the boundary was necessary. The Director of Public Services, as an introduction to new councilmembers, reviewed the implementation processes for the City's improvement projects in general. In regard to the Woodbine project, the Director of Public Services explained the site was selected due to its present street condition, the condition of public utilities in the area, and its physical relationship to the City's redevelopment area. The engineering feasibility report will be presented two weeks from now. The City Consulting Engineer presented the preliminary engineer's feasibility report on the improvement project. He noted the total mileage involved in the project is 2.6 miles. He discussed and made recommendations concerning streets, traffic counts, the storm drainage system, storm sewers, and the sanitary sewer system. The total cost of the street improvement project is estimated to be $1,941,480.00. The City Consulting Engineer explained the cost breakdown as well as the funding breakdown. He reviewed the special assessments, which are $725 per household for storm sewer and $1,700 or $500, depending on property location, for streets. Councilmember Hilstrom referred to page 3 of the report where "spot repair" on pipes is mentioned. She expressed concern regarding building a new road which might soon need to be dug up for pipe repair. The City Consulting Engineer said clay pipes have a lifetime of 50 to 100 years and the existing pipes in this area are 35 years old. The only repairs necessary are spot repairs in relation to roots and structural problems. 2/13/95 - 9 - Councilmember Hilstrom, referring to page 4 of the report, asked how water is affected by cast iron water mains. The City Consulting Engineer said unlined pipe can cause rusting to water unless water flow is continual. In the area under discussion, the pipes are lined and there is good water flow, resulting in very few complaints regarding water. Councilmember Hilstrom, referring to Figure 11, requested the Council be provided with percentages of funding sources. The City Manager agreed to supply the figures. The City Consulting Engineer mentioned 35% street, 65% General Obligation (G.O.) bonds, and State Aid funding. Councilmember Hilstrom asked for information regarding when and how Noble Avenue was assessed. The City Manager agreed to provide it. Councilmember Hilstrom requested details on how the project coordinates with the City of Brooklyn Park. The City Consulting Engineer noted the timing will not allow that information to be in the final report. Councilmember Carmody questioned why some houses on Grimes Avenue North and 71st Avenue North were included and some were not. The City Consulting Engineer explained it is City policy to allow property owners to choose which project to be assessed for. Councilmember Carmody asked specifically about a house at Halifax Avenue North and 71st Avenue North. She was told the house has curb and gutter in place. Councilmember Carmody, referring to Figure 5, asked whether the trail connects with anything in Brooklyn Park. The City Consulting Engineer said that item needs to be coordinated. The City Manager noted there is a sidewalk. Councilmember Carmody, referring to Figure 8, asked whether there is coordination with the redevelopment activity. The City Consulting Engineer said there has been a meeting and it is recognized there must be coordination with BRW and developers. The City Council recessed at 8:53 p.m. Mayor Kragness reconvened the Brooklyn Center City Council at 9:05 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -53 Member Debra Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TERMINATING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 1995 -01 & 02, AND ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 1995 -07, 08, & 09, WOODBINE NEIGHBORHOOD STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kristen Mann, and the motion passed unanimously. 2/13/95 - 10- RESOLUTION NO. 95 -54 Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF SARAH ROBINSON POLLOCK FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom, and the motion passed unanimously. Mayor Kragness thanked Ms. Pollock for her many years of hard work for the City of Brooklyn Center. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -55 Member Kathleen Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF DENIS KELLY FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE FINANCIAL COMMISSION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Debra Hilstrom, and the motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION The City Manager asked for direction from the Council regarding future City Council agendas. He suggested the Council might prefer resolutions pertaining to recognition of community members be kept out of the consent agenda. Mayor Kragness agreed with the suggestion, noting she would prefer to single out such resolutions. The City Manager said he would institute the policy. I ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 9:09 p.m. r Deputy City Clerk Mayor Recorded and transcribed by: Barbara Collman TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial 2/13/95