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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991 03-25 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 MARCH 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 Public Works Sy Knapp, Director of Planning and Inspection Ron Warren, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, City Engineer Mark Maloney, Public Works Coordinator Diane Spector, EDA Coordinator Brad Hoffman, Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone, and Council Secretary Ann Odden. OPENING CEREMONIES Dwight Gunberg offered the invocation. OPEN FORUM Mayor Paulson noted the Council had not received any requests to use the open forum session this evening. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. There being none, he continued with the regular agenda items. COUNCIL REPORTS Mayor Paulson indicated he planned to visit each of the City's departments during his scheduled office hours for the purpose of meeting personnel. He invited any Councilmembers to accompany him and noted the staff's frequent contact with constituents was a valuable asset that could aid the Council. The City Manager introduced three new Code Enforcement Officers: Toby Sauer, Tony Orozco, and Tim Morton. Councilmember Pedlar suggested the matter of standard uniforms for officers be considered. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Paulson inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items removed from the consent agenda. Mayor Paulson requested item 7a be removed from the consent agenda. 3/25/91 _ 1 _ RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 91 -85 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1991 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AND APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A MICROCOMPUTER AND PRINTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -86 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1991 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO PROVIDE FOR WAGE AND SALARY ADJUSTMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution wa r o s duly seconded b P g g Y Y member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -87 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF $700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATES OF INDEBTEDNESS OF 1991, FIXING FORM AND TERMS THEREOF AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -88 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING SURPLUS PROPERTY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -89 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 3/25/91 - 2 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTES AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) MOWER FOR CENTERBROOK GOLF COURSE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -90 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1991 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO REAPPROPRIATE DRUG FORFEITURE MONIES FROM FUND BALANCE AND APPROVING PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM DRUG FORFEITURE MONIES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -91 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED ON IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 -17, CITY GARAGE REMODELING, PHASE I The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -92 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND APPROVING PAYMENT TO CITY OF ROBBINSDALE FOR WORK ON IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1989 -31, TWIN LAKES/RYAN LAKE OUTLET The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -93 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED ON IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1988 -27, COUNCIL CHAMBERS SOUND SYSTEM 3/25/91 - 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 -94 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED ON IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1989 -29, CLEANOUT OF UNITY AVENUE CULVERT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -95 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PROPOSAL FOR GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES RELATING TO IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 -03, 1990 WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -96 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 -97 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TEN (10) MOBILE RADIOS AND SIXTEEN (16) PAGERS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -98 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 3/25/91 - 4 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF 800 FEET OF FIVE INCH FIRE HOSE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -99 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTES AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF 800 FEET OF 1 3/4" FIRE HOSE ANGUS HIGH COMBAT HOSE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -100 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTES AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF THREE (3) DIVER DRY SUITS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -101 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING SALE OF SEVEN PARCELS OF LAND 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 Brooklyn Center Lions P.O. Box 29092 Vendall Bulk Vending Company 1820 E. 38th Street 3/25/91 - 5 - FOOD ESTABLISHMENT Alano Society 4938 Brooklyn Blvd. Berean Evangelical Free Church 6625 Humboldt Ave. N. Bridgeman's Restaurant 6201 Brooklyn Blvd. Brook Park Baptist 4801 63rd Ave. N. Brooklyn Ctr. American Legion 4307 70th Ave. N. Brooklyn Ctr. Baptist Church 5840 Humboldt Ave. N. Brooks Food Market #21 6804 Humboldt Ave. N. Children's World Learning Center 6020 Earle Brown Dr. Dayton's 1100 Brookdale Center Denny's Restaurant #1284 3901 Lakebreeze Ave. N. Food Express 1131 Brookdale Center Garden City School 3501 65th Ave. N. Ground Round, Inc. 2545 County Road 10 Hardee's 1601 Freeway Blvd. Harron United Methodist Church 5452 Dupont Ave. N. Holiday Inn 2200 Freeway Blvd. J. C. Penney 1265 Brookdale Center Kentucky Fried Chicken 5512 Brooklyn Blvd. K -Mart 5930 Earle Brown Dr. LaCasita Mexican Restaurant 2101 Freeway Blvd. Leann Chin, Inc. 6050 Shingle Crk. Pky. Leann Chin, Inc. 6800 Shingle Crk. Pky. Little Brooklyn 219 Brooklyn Blvd. Yn yn Minnesota Vikings Food Service 5200 W. 74th Street U.S. West 5910 Shingle Crk. Pky. New Horizon Day Care Ctr. 6625 Humboldt Ave. N. Northwest Residence 4408 69th Ave. N. Num Num Foods, Inc. Brookdale Snack Bar Nutrition World 1271 Brookdale Center Perkins Family Restaurants 5915 John Martin Dr. Price Candy Company 4444 N. Belleview Carson Pirie Scott 1200 Brookdale Ctr. ITINERANT FOOD ESTABLISHMENT Brooklyn Center Lions 6500 Humboldt Ave. N. Feneis Foods, Inc. 13451 Arrowood Lane Iten Chevrolet I694 & Brooklyn Blvd. 3/25/91 -6- MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Blaine Heating, AC & Electric 13562 Central Ave. NE Brady Mechanical Serv., Inc. 3075 -C Spruce Street Fred Vogt & Co., Inc. 3260 Gorham Ave. J. K. Heating Company 1286 Hudson Road LBP Mechanical, Inc. 315 Royalston Ave. N. Lamb Mechanical 1433 Utica Ave. S. Noel's Heating & A/C, Inc. 4920 Zachary Lane Owens Services Corporation 930 E. 80th St. P & H Services Company, Inc. 208 73rd Ave. N. Pride Mechanical, Inc. 3025 NE Randolph St. Royalton Heating & Cooling Company 4120 85th Ave. N. Standard Heating & AC Co. 410 W. Lake Street Superior Contractors, Inc. 6121 42nd Ave. N. NONPERISHABLE VENDING MACHINES D.L. Service Co. 2516 83rd Ave. N. Lowell's Automotive 6211 Brooklyn Blvd. PERISHABLE VENDING MACHINES Consumer Vending 2828 Lyndale Ave. S. Target 6701 Parkway Circle POOL AND BILLIARDS Lynbrook Bowl, Inc. 6357 N. Lilac Dr. RENTAL DWELLINGS Initial: Brighton II Ltd. Partnership Timber Ridge Apartmnts. Renewal: Lu Ann Falenczykowski 6000 Abbott Ave. N. James and Bobbie Simons 6109,11,13 Beard Ave. N. Norman Chazin 6037 Brooklyn Blvd. Curtis H. and Audrey L. Cady 6915 Brooklyn Blvd. Henry W. Norton 5240 Drew Ave. N. Gar -Nan Mgmnt. Company 6807,13,19 Humboldt. Ave. N. Roland Scherber 4714 Lakeview Ave. N. Richard D. Bergstrom 5400 Russell Ave. N. Earle Brown Commons 6100 Summit Dr. N. 3/25/91 - 7- Renewal: (continued) Gregory M. Ray 3713 Urban Ave. N. Raymond & Betty Anderson 7113 Willow Lane Robert & Patricia Bobleter 4807 Wingard Place Donald Kutz 6837 York Place M.B.L. Investment Company 3613 47th Ave. N. Donald E. Sobania 3701 47th Ave. N. Donald Wilson & Michael Boyle 3713 47th Ave. N. Catherine P. Shefeluk 3018 51st Ave. N. Curtis H. Cady 1312 72nd Ave. N. Ruth Kalanquin 5348 70th Circle H. E. Homes, Inc. 1323 67th Lane J. J. Barnett 2930 68th Lane J. J. Barnett 2934 68th Lane SIGN HANGER Lawrence Signs, Inc. 945 Pierce Butler Rte. SWIMMING POOLS Beach Condominiums 4201 -07 Lakeside Ave. N. Brookside Manor Apt. 1121 -1307 67th Ave. N. Days Inn 1501 Freeway Blvd. Evergreen Park Manor Apts. 7200 Camden Ave. N. Four Court Apts. 2836 Northway Dr. Hiway 100 N. France Racquet Club 4001 Lakebreeze Northbrook Apartments 1302 69th Ave. N. North Lyn Apartments 6511 Humboldt Ave. N. The motion passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MARCH 11, 1991 - REGULAR SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to approve the minutes of the March 11, 1991, regular meeting. The motion passed unanimously. 3/25/91 - 8 - ORDINANCE The City Manager presented an Ordinance Amending Chapter 17 of the City Ordinances Regarding Personnel. It was noted the purpose of the amendments would be to allow the City Manager to approve certain vacation leave and sick leave benefits without City Council approval. Councilmember Pedlar felt it was a good idea for the Council to review the cases as they arose. Councilmember Rosene concurred and felt it was important to ensure that such benefits were equally applied. In regard to the proposed Ordinance's statement regarding newly hired employees, Councilmember Rosene suggested the following verbage be added: ". . . to newly hired employees who would deserve credit for prior experience . . ." Councilmember Cohen indicated he was comfortable with the proposed Ordinance and with Councilmember Rosene's proposed addition. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Rosene tabling the proposed Ordinance until the next Council meeting for the purpose of adding the language as suggested by Councilmember Rosene. The motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE The City Manager presented an Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding the Zoning Designation of Certain Land (Twin View Development). It was noted the amendment involved land considered under the Twin View Development PUD (Planning Commission Application No. 90028). The proposed Ordinance described the land under its new zoning designation based on a new legal description. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to approve for first reading an Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding the Zoning Designation of Certain Land (Twin View Development) and setting a public hearing date of April 22, 1991, at 7:30 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE The City Manager noted a public hearing was required for the second reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding the Zoning Classification of Certain Land (Lot 1, Block 1, Lunacek Addition). Mayor Paulson opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding the Zoning Classification of Certain Land (Lot 1, Block 1, Lunacek Addition) at 7:24 p.m. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. No one appeared to speak, and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. 3/25/91 - 9- There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Scott to close the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. As noted by the City Manager, the final documentation on this item had not been received prior to the Council meeting. He recommended the Council table action on the second reading until such documentation was received. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar tabling approval of the second reading of the proposed Ordinance until final documentation was received. The motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE The City Manager noted a public hearing was required for the second reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 by Repealing Ordinance No. 82 -1 (Flood Plain Management) and Adopting a New Flood Plain Management Ordinance Consistent with State and Federal Regulations. He noted the proposed Ordinance would result in four technical, rather than substantive changes and bring it into conformance with the Department of Natural Resources' model. He indicated staff recommended approval of this item. Councilmember Cohen supported approval of the Ordinance, but noted the item was an example of action that was necessary, but not of the Council's volition; therefore, he suggested the cost of such Ordinance be estimated. Mayor Paulson opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 by Repealing Ordinance No. 82 -1 (Flood Plain Management) and Adopting a New Flood Plain Management Ordinance Consistent with State and Federal Regulations at 7:30 p.m. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. No one appeared to speak, and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to close the public hearing at 7:30 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 91 -03 Member Celia Scott introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 BY REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 82 -1 (FLOOD PLAIN MANAGEMENT) AND ADOPTING A NEW FLOOD PLAIN MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE CONSISTENT WITH STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS 3/25/91 - 10- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager noted a public hearing was required for consideration of an amendment to the Year XVI statement of projected use of funds for the Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. It was noted the proposed amendment would reprogram $57,000 from the rehabilitation of private property to scattered site development. Mayor Paulson opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on consideration of an amendment to the Year XVI statement of projected use of funds for the Urban Hennepin County CDBG Program at 7:31 p.m. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. No one appeared to speak, and 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 at 7:31 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -102 Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY STATEMENT OF PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS FOR YEAR XVI BY REALLOCATING $57,000 FROM THE REHABILITATION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY (PROJECT 001) TO A NEW ACTIVITY SCATTERED SITE REDEVELOPMENT (PROJECT 914) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS REVIEW OF PETITIONS RECEIVED FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH BETWEEN 69TH AVENUE NORTH AND 73RD AVENUE NORTH The City Manager briefly reviewed this item for the Council. He noted the petitions had been sent in accordance with the City's new policy, and there had been positive feedback regarding the new method of petitioning. The Director of Public Works indicated the majority of property owners in the vicinity of the proposed improvements were not in favor of the project. Councilmember Rosene commented he was pleased with the new petitioning system, which had allowed residents of the area to form an opinion based upon complete information. 3/25/91 I He thanked the City Engineer for his efforts in compiling the information. Councilmember Scott concurred. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -103 Member Dave Rosene introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING INADEQUACY OF PETITIONS AND TERMINATING CONSIDERATION OF STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1991 -01, HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH FROM 69TH AVENUE NORTH TO 73RD AVENUE NORTH The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager indicated a letter of explanation would be sent to Ms. Barbara Lippold, who had originally requested petitions for the improvement. Councilmember Rosene questioned the future of the area of Humboldt Avenue between 69th Avenue North and 73rd Avenue North, and the Council briefly discussed the matter. The Director of Public Works commented staff was looking at ways to discourage traffic there, but options were limited and the matter would likely need to be addressed at a future date. BUDGET TASK FORCE The City Manager noted applications had been received from citizens interested in serving on the committee and staff was still in the process of sending out applications to others. In addition, consulting firms had been contacted. Councilmember Pedlar indicated he would like the Council to discuss staff's involvement in the process. Mayor Paulson indicated he felt an independent consultant would not be necessary, as much of the information was already available to the Council. Councilmember Cohen questioned whether a policy regarding membership purpose, duration, and provision for removal had been formally drafted, and was told it had not. He suggested appointments to the committee be deferred until the formal policy had been adopted. Councilmember Pedlar concurred. Mayor Paulson suggested a formal resolution on this item be presented at the next Council meeting. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar directing staff to prepare a resolution formalizing the membership policy as discussed. The 3/25/91 - 12- motion passed unanimously. In regard to informational material regarding analysis of the budget which had been sent to the Council and staff, Councilmember Cohen urged staff to prepare the documents in final form. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) RESOLUTION NO. 91 -104 Member Dave Rosene introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY CLEANUP OF SHINGLE CREEK AND PALMER LAKE AND DECLARING MAY 4, 1991, AS SHINGLE CREEK AND PALMER LAKE CLEANUP DAY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott. The Council thanked Sarah Pollock of the Park and Recreation Commission for her work on this project. Councilmember Rosene suggested grade school students, with parental supervision, might be enlisted to help in the project. Councilmember Pedlar commented that newspaper coverage of the event might increase participation. Councilmember Cohen supported the cleanup day and requested the City's cost for the project be recorded. Vote: The motion passed unanimously. RECESS The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:17 p.m. and reconvened at 8:35 p.m. The City Manager reviewed item 11e in regard to General Obligation Tax Increment Refunding Bonds and noted selling and re- funding of the bonds was being considered due to the favorable interest rates. He indicated if interest rates were to rise substantially before closing, the Council would have the option to cancel the refinancing. Bob Thistle of Springsted, Inc. concurred with the City Manager's remarks and noted the potential savings to the City would be approximately $182,000 over the life of the issue. He suggested a public hearing be set for April 22, 1991. He stated if the Council chose not to proceed on the matter by April 5, 1991, there would be no cost or obligation. RESOLUTION N UT ON O. 91 -105 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 3/25/91 - 13 - RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND PUBLIC SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 1991B OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Philip Cohen, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager reviewed item 110 regarding condemnation proceedings. He stated the process was lengthy and the action recommended did not commit the Council to carrying out the procedure, but avoided delaying the process. In response to Councilmember Rosene's question, he indicated the residents in the area had been consulted. The Director of Public Works indicated the City had a signed purchase agreement for all but two of the properties. In response to Councilmember Cohen's question, he indicated the homeowners would not bear costs associated with the action other than for an attorney, if retained. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -106 Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS, 69TH AVENUE WIDENING AND RECONSTRUCTION, CITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990- 10 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -107 Member Jerry Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF ONE (1) FIRE PUMPER/WATER TOWER AND TRANSFERRING ADDITIONAL FUNDS FROM THE CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Philip Cohen, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager reviewed item llu in regard to Commercial Development Refunding Revenue Bonds. He noted staff recommended approval of this item. In response to Councilmember Cohen's question regarding the City's cost for this action, the EDA Coordinator indicated a $2,000 application fee had been paid in 1985, which was to have covered legal and other associated costs. Councilmember Cohen commented 3/25/91 - 14 - i that due to the budget crisis, staff time was particularly valuable and the City might have to consider charging for extra services. He suggested all cases be examined in this regard. The City Attorney noted this case, being a default work out, might be considered a bit differently. The City Manager noted the issue of fees would be reviewed. RESOLUTION NO. 108 Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REFUNDING REVENUE BONDS (BROOKDALE ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP PROJECT); AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE THEREOF AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF VARIOUS NECESSARY DOCUMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar, and seconded by Councilmember Scott to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 9:05 p.m. A , fn Deputy City Clerki Todd Paulson, Mayor Recorded and transcribed by: Ann J. Odden Northern Counties Secretarial Service 3/25/91 - 15 -