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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990 01-08 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 r+ ' REGULAR SESSION JANUARY 8, 1990 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:03 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Dean Nyquist, Councilmembers Celia Scott, Todd Paulson, Jerry Pedlar, and Philip Cohen. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, Finance Director Paul Holmlund, Director of Planning and Inspection Ron Warren, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, Assistant Finance Director Charlie Hansen, Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone, and Administrative Aide Patti Page. INVOCATION The invocation was offered by Mayor Nyquist. EMPLOYEE SERVICE RECOGNITION PROGRAM The City Manager stated tonight is the 11th annual presentation by the City Council of service awards to City employees recognizing years of service to the City. Recognition is given to those employees who, during 1988, observed the anniversary of either 20, 25, or 30 years of permanent full -time employment with the City. The City Manager stated the awards are a part of a service recognition program approved by the City Council in 1979. He said employees with 20 years of service include Park Maintenance Worker John Benson, Director of Recreation Arnie Mavis, Recreation Program Supervisor Kathy Flesher, and Engineering Technician Al Hartmann. He stated Director of Finance Paul Holmlund has been employed with the City for 25 years and Police Chief Jim Lindsay has been employed with the City for 30 years. Mr. Mavis, Ms. Flesher, Mr. Hartmann, and Mr. Holmlund were present at the meeting, and the Mayor and City Manager presented each of them with a service award. i RECESS The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 7:07 p.m. and reconvened at 7:25 p.m. OPEN FORUM Mayor Nyquist noted the Council had received a request from Ernie Erickson to use the open forum session this evening. Mr. Erickson stated his request pertains to designation of the official newspaper on the agenda, and he was willing to wait until that agenda item came up. I SELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to appoint Councilmember Pedlar as Mayor pro tem for 1990. The motion passed unanimously. 1/8/90 -1- CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Nyquist inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items removed from " x the consent agenda. Councilmember Pedlar requested item 12i be removed, and Councilmember Cohen requested item 12a be removed from the consent agenda. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS - HUMAN RIGHTS AND RESOURCES COMMISSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to reappoint Commissioners Donna Stoderl and Susan Larsen to the Human Rights and Resources Commission. The motion passed unanimously. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to reappoint Sarah Robinson Pollock, Art Mead, and Don Peterson to the Park and Recreation Commission. The motion passed unanimously. HOUSING COMMISSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to reappoint Reynold Johnson to the Housing Commission. The motion passed unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to reappoint Molly Malecki, Ellamae Sander, and Bertil Johnson to the Planning Commission. The motion passed unanimously. WEED INSPECTOR There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to appoint Brad Hoffman as the Weed Inspector. The motion passed unanimously. PERFORMANCE BOND RELEASE --PARKWAY PLACE There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to release the performance guarantee for Parkway Place, 6601 Shingle Creek Parkway. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO 90 -01 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE -OFF UNCOLLECTIBLE CHECKS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO 90 -02 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE -OFF UNCOLLECTIBLE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by 1/8/90 -2- i i member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -03 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AN INTEREST RATE ON LOANS FROM THE INVESTMENT TRUST FUND TO OTHER FUNDS OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -04 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AWARDING BOILER AND MACHINERY INSURANCE CONTRACT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -05 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AWARDING LIQUOR LIABILITY INSURANCE CONTRACT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. R ESOLUTION NO. 90 -06 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AWARDING WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE CONTRACT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -07 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1990 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AND ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTACT FOR SIDEWALK SNOWPLOW AND BLOWER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded g g y by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -08 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTE AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A PROPERTY TRACKING SYSTEM FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. 1/8/90 -3- RESOLUTION N0. 90 -09 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and mo'ed its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF JAMES MCCLOSKEY 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: BOWLING ALLEY Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Ave. N. Lynbrook Bowl, Inc. 6357 N. Lilac Drive CIGARETTE OVER THE COUNTER SALES: Brooklyn Center Service, Inc. 6849 Brooklyn Blvd. Brooks Superette 6804 Humboldt Ave. N. Duke's Amoco 6501 Humboldt Ave. N. Gift Shop, Inn P� (Days ) 1501 Freeway Blvd. K - Mart 5930 Earle Brown Drive Neil's Total 1505 69th Ave. N. Total Petroleum, Inc. 6830 Brooklyn Blvd. MACHINE SALES: A & J Enterprises 6843 Washington Ave. S. Best Products Co. 5924 Earle Brown Drive Bob Ryan Oldsmobile 6700 Brooklyn Beacon Bowl Yn 6525 Lyndale Ave. N. Days Inn 1501 Freeway Blvd. Jimmy Jingle 1304 E. Lake Street Brookdale Corporate Center 6300 Shingle Ck. Pkwy. North Star Dodge 6800 Brooklyn Blvd. TCR Corporation 1600 67th Ave. N. Lynbrook Bowl, Inc. 6357 N. Lilac Drive Woodside Enterprises 11889 65th Ave. N. Bakers Square 5601 Xerxes Ave. N. FOOD ESTABLISHMENT Subway 1960 57th Ave. N. GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Brooklyn Center Service, Inc. 6849 Brooklyn Blvd. Humboldt Unocal 76 6840 Humboldt Ave. N. Neil's Total 1505 69th Ave. N. Total Petroleum, Inc. 6830 Brooklyn Blvd. U. S. West 6540 Shingle Ck. Pkwy. 1/8/90 -4- ITINERANT FOOD ESTABLISHMENT Earle Brown PTA 5900 Humboldt Ave. N. Orchard Lane Elementary 6201 Noble Ave. N. LODGING ESTABLISHMENT Brookdale Motel 6500 West River Road Budgetel Inn 6415 James Circle MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Faircon Service 2668 Patton Road Home Energy Center 14505 21st Ave. N. POOL AND BILLIARDS TABLES Lynbrook Bowl, Inc. 6357 N. Lilac Drive The motion passed unanimously. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT - PLANNING COMMISSION There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to appoint Mark Holmes to the Brooklyn Center Planning Commission. The motion passed unanimously. DESIGNATE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER Mayor Nyquist recognized Ernie Erickson, 6800 Drew Avenue North. Mr. Erickson stated he has been a resident of Brooklyn Center since 1971. He stated over the past few years he has noticed a deterioration in the reporting of City news in the PostNews paper. He stated approximately a year ago he cancelled his subscription because he felt the Thursday PostNews had become nothing more than a Thursday shopper's guide. He stated he would like to see the City Council seek alternatives to using the PostNews as its official newspaper. Councilmember Pedlar stated he brought forth the same issue approximately a year ago and was told at that time PostNews was going to do something to increase its readership and coverage. He stated he has not noticed any change. Councilmember Cohen referred Councilmembers to a copy of a newspaper article pertaining to PostNews and its lack of union support. He stated he would like the PostNews to prove to the City that it is meeting the terms and conditions set forth under statutes to be designated as the City's official newspaper. He stated hopefully the message will get to the PostNews that the City of Brooklyn Center is not happy with the coverage it receives. He noted the City may want to try and seek remedies legislatively to gain alternatives. Mayor Nyquist inquired how much the City spends annually on published notices through the PostNews. The Finance Director stated it is approximately $8,000- $10,000. Mayor Nyquist inquired if it would be possible to change the law to allow the City to put its public notices on cable. The City Attorney stated the statute is fairly new, noting it was passed in 1984. He stated he was not sure of the power of the media group which lobbied for this law, and it may be difficult to work around them. The City Manager suggested the City continue using the PostNews at this time because we have no alternatives. He added he would ask staff to explore the 1/8/90 -5- possibility of publishing legal notices in the Minneapolis Star Tribune and also request PostNews to respond to how they are meeting the terms and.condtions as set forth in the statute. Councilmember Scott stated she feels the PostNews is doing a great dis- service to the citizens of Brooklyn Center. The City Attorney stated the PostNews may not be the only alternative. He went on to review the categories pointing out the office of issue for the PostNews is not in Brooklyn Center, and the PostNews does not have a secondary office located within Brooklyn Center; therefore, there may be other qualified newspapers of general circulation in the City of Brooklyn Center which may be selected. He added the newspaper must be a qualified newspaper meeting the requirements of State law. The City Manager stated the Council could appoint the PostNews on an interim basis and allow time for staff to report back. A discussion then ensued relative to appointing the paper on an interim basis. The City Attorney stated he would like to review the Charter to determine how it regulates designating an official paper. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Scott to continue the issue of designating the official newspaper to later in the agenda. The motion P Y passed unanimously. ORDINANCES The City Manager presented An Ordinance Vacating Part of a Utility and Drainage Easement in Lot 1, Block 1, Brookdale Square 2nd Addition. He noted this ordinance was first read on December 18, 1989, published in the City's official newspaper on December 27, 1989, and is offered this evening for a second l i reading. .;, Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Ordinance Vacating Part of a Utility and Drainage Easement in Lot 1, Block 1, Brookdale Square 2nd Addition and inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak. No one appeared to speak, and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Scott to close the public hearing. The motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 90 -01 Member Celia Scott introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE VACATING PART OF A UTILITY AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT IN LOT 1, BLOCK 1, BROOKDALE SQUARE 2ND ADDITION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented An Ordinance Amending Chapter 22 of the City Ordinances Relating to a Tax Imposed Upon Lodging. He noted this ordinance amendment would allow the City to collect an additional three percent lodging tax. He added this item was first read on December 18, 1989, published in the I 1/8/90 -6- City's official newspaper on December 27, 1989, and is offered this evening for a second reading. Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public. hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 22 of the City Ordinances Relating to 'a Tax Imposed Upon Lodging and inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak. Mayor Nyquist recognized Arlow Johnson, owner of the Brookdale Motel. Mr. Johnson stated he understands the reasons why the City needs the additional three percent but noted it will create a hardship for his business and other hotel owners. He noted approximately 60% of the people who stay in Brooklyn Center hotels are from this area which means we are taxing our own residents. He stated now when you stay in a hotel in Brooklyn Center, there will be six percent sales tax, a six percent lodging tax, and an additional tax for your phone bills which is required by State law. He stated if this passes, Brooklyn Center would be one of the few cities with this large of a lodging tax. Mayor Nyquist inquired if there was anyone else who wished to speak. There being none, he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Paulson and seconded by Councilmember Scott to close the public hearing. The motion passed unanimously. Mayor Nyquist inquired what the City of Brooklyn Park is doing regarding the lodging tax. The City Manager stated they have been considering raising it but nothing has been passed at this time. Mayor Nyquist stated he has some concerns about raising the lodging tax, if in fact, Brooklyn Center is the only north metro area Cit imposing the tax. Councilmember Cohen stated he appreciates Mr. Johnson's comments and noted if the legislature would allow the City the flexibility to levy what is necessary, the City would not have to raise the lodging tax. He noted without any other financial remedies he does not believe the City has any other choice than to impose this tax. Mayor Nyquist inquired if Councilmember Cohen believed the legislature was going to make any changes which would help the City. Councilmember Cohen stated it is hard to say what they may do at this point. Mayor Nyquist inquired if it would be possible to make the tax effective on May 1, 1990, because then the City would know what the Legislature has done to this point. The City Manager stated the City would lose approximately $59,000 if the tax were not imposed until May 1. ORDINANCE NO. 90 -02 Member Jerry Pedlar introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 22 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES RELATING TO A TAX IMPOSED UPON LODGING The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, the motion passed. Mayor Nyquist abstained. The City Manager presented An Ordinance Amending Chapter 17 Regarding Personnel. He noted this amendment would add Columbus Day as a paid holiday. He noted this item is offered this evening for a first reading. Councilmember Paulson inquired if all of the organized employees have Martin Luther King, Jr. Day off. I 1/8/90 -7- The City Manager stated all employees except Local No. 49 receive Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as a holiday. He noted Local No. 49 has not settled its contract at this point. There was a motion. by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to approve for first reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 17 Regarding Personnel and to set a public hearing date for January 29, 1990, at 7:30 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 to Establish a Planned Unit Development Zoning District. He noted this item is offered this evening for a first reading. The City Manager reminded the Mayor and Council that this item was discussed at great length at the December 18, 1989, City Council meeting. He noted the information in this evening's Council packet includes sample documents from other cities. Councilmember Scott inquired if the Director of Planning and Inspection felt this ordinance would make the process more or less complicated. The Director of Planning and Inspection stated the process would not become simpler because development in the next few years is going to become even more complex than it is now. He noted without this type of ordinance, it would be even more difficult. Councilmember Scott stated she has some concerns and would like to be assured that the City would have complete control over any type of development. The City Manager stated there are opportunities to stop the process along the way. He added this ordinance would allow the flexibility for mixing uses within a development. Councilmember Cohen stated the City may find that the City is the one initiating the proposal and much more in control than if the City were waiting for a developer to come in. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve for first reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 to Establish a Planned Unit Development Zoning District and to set a public hearing date for January 29, 1990, at 7:30 p.m. PRESENTATION - DCA. INC The Finance Director stated Ardy Prekker from DCA, Inc. is present this evening to discuss various ways in which the City can shelter its employees from income taxes through payment of pre -tax benefits through the payroll system. He noted DCA, Inc. is the administrator for the LOGIS Group Health Plan. He noted they also work for several communities and counties within the State and are the acknowledged leader in this area. Mr. Prekker gave a brief slide show which demonstrated the benefits of the different plans to the City's employees. He noted it would also reduce the City's liability for social security taxes. The City Manager stated when staff first discovered these types of accounts, section 89 was just coming on board and it would have made these types of plans very difficult to administer. He noted now section 89 has basically disappeared, and staff feels these plans would be beneficial to both the City and its employees. Councilmembers Pedlar and Scott both stated they have similar plans through their employers and all employees find them very beneficial. Councilmember Paulson inquired if there was any type of fee to belong to this plan. Mr. Prekker stated he has not 1/8/90 -8- submitted any proposal or spoken of any fees with the Finance Director at this time. He noted there is a fee for administering the plan, and it is based on the number of accounts held by the employees. Councilmember Cohen inquired if Mr. Prekker could give the Council some idea of what it would cost. Mr. Prekker said the City of Brooklyn Park is currently paying approximately $3.20 per employee per month. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar directing the City Manager to proceed with the implementation of any or all of the tax shelter programs. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) r The City Manager presented A Resolution Designating Depositories of City Funds. He noted this is the annual resolution authorizing the City Treasurer to deposit funds in the Marquette Brookdale Bank and to use other banks for investment purposes. Councilmember Cohen stated a short time back the State passed the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) which requires federal agencies to encourage financial institutions to invest in their communities. The CRA regulations require that financial institutions adopt a CRA statement, post a public notice about CRA in its offices, and establish a public file for comments about CRA performance. Examiners of the federal agencies are required to assess how well an institution has helped to meet the credit needs of its community and through the examination process to encourage it to respond to those needs. He noted in the near future the City is going to be contacting the financial institutions within the City and asking them to commit to working with the City under the Community Reinvestment Act. He stated he would like authorization to be given to staff directing them to contact the financial institutions within the City asking them to provide information on their performance under the Community Reinvestment Act. RESOLUTION N0. 90 -10 Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented A Resolution Entering into a Security Agreement for Safekeeping of City Investments. The Finance Director stated at this time he does not have complete information for the Council, and he would like the item tabled to the last meeting in January. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to table a Resolution Entering into a Security Agreement for Safekeeping of City Investments until January 29, 1990. The motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor and City Council to Enter into an Agreement between the City of Brooklyn Center and North Hennepin Mediation Project. Councilmember Pedlar stated a presentation was made to the City Council a while back regarding the Mediation Project, and he recalled a few questions being raised at that time pertaining to funding 1/8/90 -9- I sources. He inquired if the City staff and Council had received the information. He stated he does not recall receiving anything specific at this time. Mayor Nyquist stated he believed at the time of the presentation, the Council was told approximately one -third of their funding was received from local government, but on paper this funding turned out to be more like 76 %. He noted the Council did receive a list of contributors from the Mediation Project. There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Mayor Nyquist to table a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor and City Council to Enter into an Agreement between the City of Brooklyn Center and North Hennepin Mediation Project until further information is received pertaining to its bylaws and funding sources. The motion passed unanimously. Mayor Nyquist stated he has referred several clients to the Mediation Project, and he feels they do excellent work. The City Manager presented a Resolution Requesting MNDOT to Transfer Jurisdiction of the Service Road East of T.H. 252 between 65th Avenue North and 66th Avenue North to the City of Brooklyn Center. The Director of Public Works stated the City has always maintained this roadway and is requesting the right - of -way to be turned over to the City because of a possible redevelopment plan for the area. He noted MNDOT representatives have given preliminary indications that they would be willing to approve the turnback of this roadway to the City. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -11 Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION REQUESTING MNDOT TO TRANSFER JURISDICTION OF THE SERVICE ROAD EAST OF T.H. 252 BETWEEN 65TH AVENUE NORTH AND 66TH AVENUE NORTH TO THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS REPORT ON 1989 ACTIVITIES OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE The City Manager briefly reviewed the process for review of traffic complaints. He noted there should be a three- member committee to allow for further review if the Administrative Traffic Committee denies a request. Councilmember Cohen stated he feels this process is much better than the original process used. Mayor Nyquist inquired if it would be possible to get an article in the next newsletter requesting interested individuals to contact the City for appointment to this review committee. Councilmember Cohen inquired if that is really what the City wants. The Director of Public Works stated very few cases go this far, and the Council may wish to handle these requests directly through the Council meetings since they are so few and far between. Mayor Nyquist noted if that is the Council's wish, then the review committee should be removed from the policy. CIGARETTE VENDING MACHINE SALES The City Manager briefly reviewed the report submitted for this agenda item. He noted there are two draft resolutions within the packet. He explained the 1/8/90 -10- Personnel Coordinator recently attended a workshop dealing with this issue. The Personnel Coordinator stated the communities which have implemented these types of ordinances, and the experts, highly recommend either a total ban or doing . nothing at all. They noted that putting restrictions on placement of cigarette machines has not been effective. Mayor Nyquist recognized Arlow Johnson, owner of Brookdale Motel, who stated his hotel and others in the area have taken machines out whereever possible. The City Manager stated it would be his recommendation to notify all cigarette license holders and vendors regarding the proposed ordinance amendment and place the amendment on the next Council agenda. Mayor Nyquist asked if it is possible to ban those machines that are currently licensed. The Personnel Coordinator stated she discussed this point with the City Attorney, and he stated that the City would have to make some concessions for those people already holding a license. She noted the Council could set an effective date and return a prorated portion of the license fee. There was a general consensus among Councilmembers to prohibit cigarette vending machines totally within the City of Brooklyn Center. There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Paulson directing staff to bring an ordinance amendment before the Council at the January 29, 1990, City Council meeting. The motion passed unanimously. JANUARY 22, 1990, COUNCIL MEETING The City Manager stated he has been notified there are conflicts in holding the January 22, 1990, Council meeting. He stated he would recommend cancelling that meeting and rescheduling for January 29, 1990. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to cancel the January 22, 1990, City Council meeting and reschedule it for January 29, 1990, at 7 p.m. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) The City Manager presented a Resolution Establishing Improvement Project No. 1990 -02 Construction of Well No. 10, Accepting Proposal for Engineering Services and Approving Execution of a Contract for Services. He noted staff recommends that the City proceed with phase I of the plan for recommended improvements to the City's water supply system. He stated the proposed resolution would authorize execution of a contract for engineering services as needed for construction of proposed "Well No. 10." Councilmember Scott stated she had a question regarding the summary of performance impacts for the proposed phase I improvements. The Director of Public Works briefly reviewed that portion of his memorandum and noted that in some cases even with the improvement it would not be able to satisfy the maximum hourly demands, however, the daily demands would be met. He noted by adding a well it gets us closer to meeting all the demands, but we are not yet totally there. Councilmember Cohen inquired if water rates will be go up when the well is complete. The Director of Public Works responded affirmatively and noted it would raise from $.46 per 1,000 gallons to $.53 per 1,000 gallons. Councilmember Paulson inquired what happened with the Director of Public Works' negotiations with Black and Veatch. The Director of Public Works stated Black and Veatch settled at $7,500 for the cost overrun. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -12 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 1/8/90 -11- RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 -02 - CONSTRUCTION OF WELL NO. 10, ACCEPTING PROPOSAL FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES AND APPROVING EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR SERVICES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Philip Cohen, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution Establishing Project No. 1990 -03 - Water Distribution System Improvements and Directing the City Engineer to Prepare Plans and Specifications for this Improvement. He noted these improvements are recommended to be constructed under phase I in conjunction with the well No. 10 improvement. The Director of Public Works briefly reviewed the map showing the proposed water distribution system improvements. He noted this improvement will make much better use of the water tower at this location. He added this is the extra work which Black and Veatch completed without prior approval. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -13 Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 -03 - WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PREPARE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THIS IMPROVEMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. DESIGNATE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER The City Attorney stated the City Charter does not specify that the Council designate an official newspaper at the first business meeting of the year. He noted there would be no adverse consequences if the Council tabled action this evening. He noted it would not be possible for a new newspaper in town to qualify as the official newspaper. He noted there are many requirements, and the newspaper must comply with these conditions and requirements for at least one year prior to being designated as the official newspaper. Councilmember Cohen inquired if the City does not take action this evening, will the PostNews continue on as the legal newspaper until a new one is designated. The City Attorney responded affirmatively. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to table the designation of the official newspaper until the staff can investigate other possible alternatives. The motion passed unanimously. 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 9 :22 p.m. City Clerk Mayor 1/8/90 -12-