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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991 02-25 CCM Regular Session i 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 25, 1991 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Todd Paulson at 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Todd Paulson, Councilmembers Celia Scott, Jerry Pedlar, Dave Rosene, and Philip Cohen. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Planning and Inspection Ron Warren, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, City Engineer Mark Maloney, Public Works Coordinator Diane Spector, Assistant EDA Coordinator Tom Bublitz, and Council Secretary Ann Odden. OPENING CEREMONIES Brooklyn Center resident Pat Enninga, a representative of the local Support Our Country's Military (S.O.C.M.) group with a son in the Persian Gulf, led all present in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. Helen Jacobsen offered the invocation. OPEN FORUM Mayor Paulson recognized Pat Enninga of the Brooklyn Center Chapter of S.O.C.M. and Betty Walker, President of the area S.O.C.M. groups. They requested permission from the Council to join Brooklyn Park in organizing a campaign to display yellow ribbons on Brooklyn Boulevard in support of Minnesota armed forces personnel. The tentative date for putting up the ribbons was March 2, 1991. Ms. Enninga indicated the S.O.C.M. group would provide 100 yellow ribbons for the event. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Scott to direct staff to assist the S.O.C.M group in organizing the display of the ribbons. The motion passed unanimously. Mayor Paulson recognized Edith Svitak, 5616 Dupont Avenue N. who expressed concern regarding inadequate storm sewer catch basins on 57th and Dupont. She indicated other intersections in the area were better served with catch basins and requested the Council review the matter. 2/25/91 - 1 - The City Manager indicated he was aware a problem existed, and the City had been attempting to make arrangements with the County in regard to the matter. He cited expense as a reason further work had not been done to alleviate a problem. He stated he would review the matter and prepare a report for Ms. Svitak and the Council. i COUNCIL REPORTS Mayor Paulson informed the Council that he was initiating regular office hours in Conference Room C of City Hall and referred to a memo listing the hours. He indicated he would be available for civic duties during those times, and the Councilmembers were free to contact him then. He requested the hours be published in the Post as well as Northwest News. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Paulson inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items removed from the consent agenda. No requests were made. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TEMPORARY CHAIR FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND RESOURCES COMMISSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to appoint Agatha Eckman as acting chairperson of the Human Rights and Resources Commission during the absence of Chairperson Donna Stoderl, who has been called to serve the United States in Saudi Arabia. The motion passed unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS ' There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to reappoint Kirsten Mann, Lowell Ainas and Wallace Bernards to the Planning Commission. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 91 -54 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND BROOKLYN PEACEMAKER CENTER, INC. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. 2/25/91 - 2 - RESOLUTION NO. 91 -55 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING VACATION LEAVE BENEFITS FOR EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER ASSISTANT MANAGER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -56 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RELATING TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (LOGIS): APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -57 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR LANDSCAPING ON WEST RIVER ROAD BETWEEN 66TH AND 73RD AVENUES NORTH, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 -25, CONTRACT 1991 -A The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -58 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING PURCHASE AGREEMENTS FOR 69TH AVENUE RIGHT -OF -WAY, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 -10 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -59 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED UNDER CONTRACT 1990 -C (IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1989 -07, LIFT STATIONS NO. 4 5 AND 7) 2/25/91 - 3 - The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -60 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED UNDER CONTRACT 1990 -F, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 - 02, WELL NO. 10 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -61 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AWARDING COMPREHENSIVE MUNICIPAL PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE CONTRACT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. LICENSES There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to approve the following list of licenses: BULK VENDOR K -Mart 5930 Earle Brown Drive NONPERISHABLE VENDING MACHINES Hub Vending, Inc. 6123 Aldrich Ave. N. Johnson Controls 1801 67th Ave. N. K -Mart 5930 Earle Brown Drive NSI /Griswold Corporation 8300 10th Avenue N. Brookdale Pontiac 6801 Brooklyn Blvd. Lynbrook Bowl 6357 North Lilac Dr. Travelers North 6601 Shingle Creek Pky. PERISHABLE VENDING MACHINES C.D. Flodstrom 5200 77th Avenue N. Firestone 5445 Xerxes Ave. N. Razor Court 5740 Brooklyn Blvd. 2/25/91 - 4- PERISHABLE VENDING MACHINES (continued) NSI /Griswold Corporation 8300 10th Avenue N. Travelers North 6601 Shingle Creek Pky. SPECIAL FOOD HANDLING ESTABLISHMENT Betty Varcoe /Gift Shop, Too 974 Rice St. Terrace Days Inn 1501 Freeway Blvd. Kohl's Department Store 2501 County Road 10 Maid of Scandinavia Co. 5717 Xerxes Ave. N. Paper Warehouse 5900 Shingle Creek Pky. Toys "R" Us 5425 Xerxes Ave. N. RENTAL DWELLINGS Initial: Northport Properties 5401 Brooklyn Blvd. Gene L. Gullord 6045 Emerson Ave. N. Lenny Mazurek 4200 Lakebreeze Ave. Jeff Scoville 4207 Lakeside Ave. N. Ramoodit Kimal 6913 Morgan Ave. N. James A. Nelson 7110 Riverdale Road John Inselman 1013 73rd Ave. N. Renewal: Boyer Palmer 6101 Beard Ave. N. Earl James Backer 7018 Brooklyn Blvd. Kenneth Solie/ Village Prop. Evergreen Park Manor H.E. Homes, Inc. 6831 Fremont Place Julia G. Paulson 5315 Knox Ave. N. Henry R. Johnson 6736 Scott Ave. N. Delbert P. Bruce 4741 Twin Lake Ave. Willow Lane Realty/ Miller Mgmt. Willow Lane Apts. Fred Beier 5300, 5304 Vincent Ave. N. James M. Krzesowiak 3007 51st Ave. N. Leo J. Vogel 2841 67th Lane George T. Hanson 1510 69th Ave. N. The motion passed unanimously. 2/25/91 - 5 - I APPROVAL OF MINUTES DECEMBER 5, 1990 - SPECIAL SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Cohen to approve the minutes of the December 5, 1990, special session. Vote: Four ayes. The motion passed. Councilmember Rosene abstained. JANUARY 2, 1991 - REGULAR SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to approve the minutes of the January 2, 1991, regular session. Vote: Four ayes. The motion passed. Councilmember Cohen abstained. FEBRUARY 11, 1991 - REGULAR SESSION Two corrections were noted to the minutes of the February 11, 1991, regular session, regarding Councilmember Cohen's oath of office and regarding the discussion on Planning Commission Application No. 90028. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to approve the minutes of February 11, 1991, regular session as amended. The motion passed unanimously. COUNCIL LIAISONS TO COMMISSIONS Mayor Paulson noted Councilmember Scott had volunteered to be Council liaison for the Drug Awareness Commission and the Planning Commission. Councilmember Rosene had volunteered to be Council liaison for the Human Rights and Resources Commission. There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Cohen approving these appointments as discussed. The motion passed unanimously. PRESENTATION PEDESTRIAN SAFETY CITATION JoAnne Boche, Community Services Manager of the American Automobile Association (AAA), presented an award for achievement 'Pedestrian Safety Citation" in pedestrian safety to Mayor Paulson. The award was part of AAA's 51st Annual Pedestrian Protection Program. She indicated Brooklyn Center was one of 440 winners among 2,454 participants. Mayor Paulson noted the City had recently received another award, from the Consulting Engineers Council to the Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority for the Earle Brown Heritage Center. i 2/25/91 - 6- rt Councilmember Cohen suggested the City Manager could present resolutions at a future meeting to officially recognize the awards. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Rosene directing staff to draft the resolutions. The motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Rosene commented the information supplied by AAA would be valuable for classroom use in local schools. Ms. Boche concurred and agreed to provide information on the pedestrian safety program to interested persons. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 90028 SUBMITTED BY TWIN VIEW DEVELOPMENT, INC. REQUESTING REZONING AND SITE AND BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL TO REZONE FROM I -2 TO PUD/R1 AND OPEN SPACE THE 17.5 ACRE PARCEL OF LAND OWNED BY SOO LINE LOCATED WEST OF FRANCE AVENUE NORTH AND SOUTH OF 51ST AVENUE NORTH The City Manager briefly reviewed the staff report on this item. He indicated the City had fulfilled its requirements in terms of public notice and hearings on the matter. The Director of Planning and Inspection reviewed the application with emphasis on the guide plan amendment. It was noted the Planning Commission had recommended conditional approval of Application No. 90028. Councilmember Scott commented she felt redevelopment would improve the area. Mayor Paulson reopened the public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 90028 submitted by Twin View Development, Inc. requesting rezoning and site and building plan approval to rezone from I -2 to PUD/R1 and Open Space the 17.5 acre parcel of land owned by Soo Line located west of France Avenue North and south of 51st Avenue North at 7:44 p.m. and inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. There being none, he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to close the public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 90028 submitted by Twin View Development, Inc. at 7:45 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -62 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 82 -255 (COMPREHENSIVE PLAN) RELATIVE TO LAND LOCATED IN THE I -2 ZONING DISTRICT 2/25/91 - 7- i The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. In response to Councilmember Pedlar's question, Rick Hartman, a representative of the developer indicated potential homeowners would be involved in making decisions about the home they wished to purchase. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -63 Member Jerry Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION REGARDING DISPOSITION OF APPLICATION NO. 90028 SUBMITTED BY TWIN VIEW DEVELOPMENT, INC. Approval was subject to the following conditions: 1. Building plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of permits. 2. Grading, drainage, utility and berming plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer, prior to the issuance of permits. 3. The storm drainage system shall be approved by the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission and proposed grading and filling must be approved by the U.S. Corps of Engineers prior to the issuance of permits. 4. Curb and gutter of a type approved by the Director of Public Works shall be provided along 51st Avenue North. 5. Sod shall be installed in all yards abutting a public street. Rear yards shall be seeded. 6. The landscape plan shall be revised to indicate at least three coniferous or shade trees per lot along the south sides of Lots 1 through 13 of the southerly block to provide effective screening of the Murphy Warehouse property. Coniferous trees shall be not less than 5' in height and shade trees shall be not less than 2" in diameter, at time of planting. 7. The applicant shall construct a buffer treatment in the south 40' of Lots 1 through 13 of the southerly block to consist of not less than a 2' high berm (as measured from the north edge of the Murphy Warehouse property) g P Y P P tY) and not less than a 6 high wood, vertical board, opaque fence. 2/25/91 - 8- I 8. The applicant shall enter into a development agreement with the City, to be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney and executed prior to the issuance of any permits to include, but not limited to, provisions relating to the following: a) Allowable setbacks within the subdivision. b) The range of building plans approved for use in the subdivision. No building plan shall provide for less than 960 square feet on the main level. c) Landscape improvements within the subdivision. d) Buffer improvements adjacent to the Murphy Warehouse property. e) Provision of paved driveways prior to final inspections. f) Financial guarantees to insure the completion of approved site improvements on each lot within the subdivision. g) Requirement of a landscape package to be provided to each dwelling unit within the subdivision. h) Donation of the outlots to the City for public purposes. 9. Building permits for this project shall not be issued until the plat contained in Application No. 90029 has been given final approval by the City Council and filed with Hennepin County. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott. Councilmember Cohen suggested the resolution specify under condition number 9 that the outlots to be donated are outlots A & B. Councilmember Pedlar and Councilmember Scott concurred with adding this information to the motion and second. The motion passed unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 90029 SUBMITTED BY TWIN VIEW DEVELOPMENT, INC. REQUESTING PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL TO SUBDIVIDE THE SOO LINE PROPERTY INTO 27 SINGLE - FAMILY LOTS AND TWO OPEN SPACE LOTS The City Manager noted Planning Commission Application No. 90029 was recommended for approval with the conditions as stated. The Director of Planning and Inspection noted this was for preliminary approval only, and the matter would come before the Council for final approval. 2/25/91 - 9- form There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Rosene to approve Planning Commission Application No. 90029 submitted by Twin View Development, Inc. subject to the following conditions: 1. The final plat is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 2. The final plat is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances. 3. The owner of the property shall execute a subdivision agreement with the City outlining required improvements in the subdivision, payment of assessments and utility charges, and time limits for completion of required improvements prior to final plat approval. 4. The preliminary plat shall be modified prior to final plat approval to indicate blocks and to indicate an appropriate easement for rail access to the Murphy Warehouse property. 5. It is recommended that lots 14 and 15 of block 2 of the proposed subdivision be acquired by the City for public purposes to provide access to the land to the west from 51st Avenue North. The motion passed unanimously. In regard to possible'hazards presented by the proximity of the proposed development to the Joslyn site, the City Manager indicated constant monitoring was required of the Joslyn Company, and he was satisfied the degree of caution being exercised was acceptable. He encouraged the developer to inform persons buying lots in the area of the limited risk. Carl Grabinski representing the Joslyn Company concurred. Dan Middlestedt, 5120 East Twin Lake Boulevard, expressed his concerns over residential opposition to the development. The Council concurred all factors had been considered prior to their decision and noted the public hearing on the matter had been closed previously. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 91003 SUBMITTED BY FRANCES LUNACEK REQUESTING REZONING FROM R5 (MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIALI TO R1 SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) OF A 41'X 132' STRIP OF LAND BELONGING TO THE PROPERTY AT 5211 XERXES AVENUE NORTH JUST SOUTH OF THE ACCESS DRIVE TO THE PROPERTY The City Manager and the Director of Planning and Inspection briefly reviewed this item. The Director of Planning and Inspection referred to the staff report on this application 2/25/91 - 10- and presented an overhead map of the area. He noted it was not the intention of the applicant to sub- divide the property at this time; however, it was a possibility in the future. To do so would require a variance or redevelopment. Mayor Paulson opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 91003 submitted by Frances Lunacek requesting rezoning from R5 (Multiple Family Residential) to R1 (Single- Family Residential) of a 41' x 132' strip of land belonging to the property at 5211 Xerxes Avenue North, just south of the access drive to the property at 8:25 p.m. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. There being none, he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Rosene to close the public hearing at 8:25 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -64 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION REGARDING THE DISPOSITION OF APPLICATION NO. 91003 SUBMITTED BY FRANCES LUNACEK The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE The City Manager presented an Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding the Zoning Classification of Certain Land. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Cohen to approve for first reading an Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding the Zoning Classification of Certain Land and setting a public hearing date of March 25, 1991, at 7:15 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 91004 SUBMITTED BY FRANCES LUNACEK REQUESTING PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL TO TRANSFER A 41' X 132' STRIP OF LAND FROM THE PROPERTY AT 5211 XERXES TO THE PROPERTY AT 5201 XERXES AVENUE NORTH There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Rosene to approve the preliminary plat in Planning Commission Application No. 91004 submitted by Frances Lunacek subject to the following conditions: 1. The final plat is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 2/25/91 - 7 2. The final plat is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances. 3. Approval of Application No. 91004 is subject to approval of rezoning Application No. 91003. The motion passed unanimously. RECESS The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:26 p.m. and reconvened at 8:38 p.m. ORDINANCE The City Manager presented an Ordinance Repealing Ordinance No. 82 -1 ( "Flood Plain Management) and Adopting a New Flood Plain Management Ordinance Consistent with State and Federal Regulations. Councilmember Scott questioned the steepness of the fill required by houses along Lyndale Avenue, which she felt was detrimental. The Director of Planning and Inspection and the City Manager indicated they were not aware of this situation and stated they would review the matter further. Councilmember Cohen questioned whether floodplain insurance and the definition of a basement were being considered in the ordinance. Gary Shallcross, City Planner, stated the two issues would be considered. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Rosene to approve for first reading and Ordinance Repealing Ordinance No. 82 -1 and Adopting a New Flood Plain Management Ordinance and setting a public hearing date of March 25, 1991, at 7:15 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS CONTROLLING DRIVEWAY WIDTHS AND PAVING IN FRONT YARDS AND YARDS ABUTTING A PUBLIC STREET The City Manager briefly reviewed the staff report on this item. The Director of Planning and Inspection felt it was important for the City to adopt a maximum driveway width and consider regulating the paving of front yards as well as yards abutting public streets. He requested additional direction from the Council. Councilmember Scott commented she felt the current regulation allowed too much paving (50 %). She indicated cul -de -sacs presented a unique situation that would have to be considered before a uniform regulation could be adopted. She would prefer an ordinance that did not result in a number of nonconforming situations. 2/25/91 - 12- I The City Manager suggested the terms "turn- around" or "drive around" could be used at the discretion of the Council to make exceptions in unique situations. He indicated staff would draft an ordinance based upon the Council's direction, for their review at a future date. i Councilmember Cohen suggested the matter of boulevard restoration be considered in conjunction with a possible ordinance. He suggested more information be gathered on how enforcement of boulevard encroachments would impact the situation. The Council concurred it would be helpful to view a representative number of driveways in both winter and summer months to determine the best way to proceed. Councilmember Rosene suggested the maximum allowable driveway width might be set as a percentage of the total lot size. Councilmember Pedlar indicated he would like to have citizen input on the matter through advisory groups. Councilmember Rosene concurred. The Director of Planning and Inspection noted an ad hoc committee might be a more workable size. Councilmember Scott suggested an ad hoc committee be formed consisting of one or two members from each advisory group. The City Manager thanked the Council for their direction on the matter and indicated staff would make a presentation in the future. ICE ARENA STUDY The City Manager reviewed the background on this item for the Council. He' stated the City Council had recently approved a list of capital projects to be evaluated and included an ice arena in that listing. The proposal provided for the City and the School District to share in project costs. The School District recently decided to evaluate the proposed ice arena project and proposed to share the cost of a preliminary feasibility report with the City. The City's portion of the recommended preliminary study, which would be conducted by Maxfield and Associates, would be $3,600. Due to budget restrictions a number of capital improvement projects have been put on hold, the City Manager indicated. If the study were approved, the money would come from the general fund. Councilmember Cohen felt the City should consider conducting some preliminary information gathering on its own. He suggested staff could elicit information from other communities with ice arenas as to cost, feasibility, etc. He felt it was important to determine whether an ice arena would be meeting a need in the community or adding to 2/25/91 - 13 - a surplus of such facilities in the area. He also noted the School District had the option to pursue the project on its own without aid from the City, which could possibly result in a levy for more money and an increase in property taxes. He was not against the ice arena project, but concerned about the cost. The City Manager noted some information could be gathered by the City in that fashion, but it would take time and there would be no analysis of the data. Councilmember Scott indicated she objected to the cost of the Maxfield study and felt the City could not afford to consider it at present. Noah Bridges of the Ice Skating Committee was present and urged the Council to consider the project. He offered the services of the Park and Recreation Commission and the Ice Skating Committee in doing legwork on a survey to keep costs down. He felt an ice arena would be an important asset to the City. Councilmember Pedlar noted the Park and Recreation Commission supported the concept of the ice arena, but not necessarily at the expense of other projects. He recommended the Council consider alternatives due to the budget crisis. Councilmember Cohen noted that while the budget crisis is an important factor in the decision, the Council still has an obligation to provide a balanced community. Modifying costs would be one way to achieve this balance, he felt. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to refer the matter to staff, asking them to confer with the School District and the Hockey Association to determine the best method of gathering data in an effort to reduce the cost of a preliminary study. The motion passed unanimously. NORTH METRO MAYORS ASSOCIATION EMERGENCY ACTION REQUEST REGARDING TOLL ISSUE The City Manager referred to the information presented to the Council on this item which noted the Minnesota Toll Road Authority was attempting to secure legislation allowing tolling on T.H.610/T.H.10 Crosstown. He indicated members of the North Metro Mayors Association (NMMA) were overwhelmingly opposed to a toll road. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -65 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: NORTH METRO MAYOR'S ASSOCIATION EMERGENCY ACTION REQUEST REGARDING TOLL ISSUE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. 2/25/91 - 14 - It was noted the exact wording of the resolution would be drafted by staff in accordance with the Council's discussion and the memo supplied by the NMMA. Councilmember Cohen commented the Council should discuss their role in regard to legislative issues and felt the Council should take an active part. He suggested the Council meet in regard to this matter prior to the April 12, 1991 deadline. The Council concurred they would have a special meeting to address this issue. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) The City Manager briefly reviewed a request by the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council (NWHHSC) for a contribution of $9,431 for 1991. It was noted in the staff report a resolution was proposed to increase the budget appropriation for this item by $2,959 (the difference between the requested amount and the appropriated amount). The City Manager recommended approval of the resolution. Councilmember Cohen commented he felt the NWHHSC was a worthwhile cause. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -66 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1991 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO PROVIDE REQUESTED FUNDING TO NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Philip Cohen, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager briefly reviewed the staff report on a proposed resolution amending the 1991 general fund budget to adjust for anticipated reduction of local government aids (LGA). He indicated approximately $145,042 was recommended in budget cuts to compensate for the shortfall. He thanked the various department heads for their aid in cutting the budget wherever possible. Councilmember Rosene concurred with the City Manager's recommendation. He felt the cuts had been made while still maintaining the highest possible level of service. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -67 Member Jerry Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1991 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO ADJUST FOR ANTICIPATED REDUCTION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AIDS (LGA) 2/25/91 - 15 - The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. The Council expressed condolences to Councilmember Cohen on the death of his brother - in -law. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Scott, and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 10:17 p.m. . r Deputy City Clerk Mayor Pro tem Recorded and transcribed by: Ann J. Odden Northern Counties Secretarial Service 2/25/91 - 16-