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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990 12-03 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 DECEMBER 3, 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 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Dean Nyquist, Councilmembers Celia Scott, and Todd Paulson. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, Finance Director Paul Holmlund, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, City Engineer Mark Maloney, Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone, and Administrative Aide Patti Page. Mayor Nyquist stated Councilmember Pedlar would be absent from this evening's meeting. INVOCATION The invocation was offered by Mr. Jim McCloskey of the Brooklyn Center Prayer Breakfast Committee. OPEN FORUM Mayor Nyquist 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. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Nyquist inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items removed from the consent agenda. No requests were made. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NOVEMBER 13. 1990 - WORK SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve the minutes of the November 13, 1990, City Council work session. The motion passed unanimously. PROCLAMATION Member Celia Scott introduced the following proclamation and moved its adoption: PROCLAMATION DECLARING DECEMBER 9 -15, 1990, AS NATIONAL DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVING AWARENESS WEEK The moton for the adoption of the foregoing proclamation was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. 12/3/90 -1- RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 90 -249 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1990 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AND AWARDING BID FOR A RESCUE SAW FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -250 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION 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 Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -251 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING ASSESSMENT RATES FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS IN 1991 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -252 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING PURCHASE AGREEMENT 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 Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -253 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED SHADE TREES (ORDER NO. DST 12/03/90) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -254 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: i 12/3/90 -2- RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTES AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF MIMEOGRAPH EQUIPMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. LICENSES There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve the following list of licenses: AMUSEMENT DEVICE - VENDOR Mark John Haider 3630 Admiral Lane CHRISTMAS TREE SALES LOT Warners True Value Hardware 2105 57th Ave. N. CIGARETTE (OVER THE COUNTER) Brooklyn Center Service "76" 6245 Brooklyn Blvd. Country Club Market 5715 Morgan Ave. N. GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Brooklyn Center Municipal Garage 6844 Shingle Ck. Pkwy. Brooklyn Center Post Office 6848 Lee Ave. N. Christy's Auto Service 5300 Dupont Ave. N. Northern States Power 4501 68th Ave. N. Wes' Amoco 6044 Brooklyn Blvd. LODGING ESTABLISHMENT Earle Brown Heritage Center 6155 Earle Brown Drive Econo Lodge 6445 James Circle RENTAL DWELLING Initial: Robert & Bonnie Healy 5517 Bryant Ave. N. Timothy J. Gramling 5245 Drew Ave. N. Mary Jo Schwanz 5322 Logan Ave. N. Pam Johnson 5500 Logan Ave. N. Gerald & Diane Fignar 3312 O'Henry Road Judy Judge 6715 Perry Ave. N. Robert & Fern Will 3416 50th Ave. N. Selwin & Odelia Ortega 610 53rd Ave. N. Renewal: Mrs. Rena Johnson 5324 Bryant Ave. N. Jerry Tyson /Randall Tyson 5137 -39 France Ave. N. Walt Halberg 6835 Fremont Place C & C Properties 5812 James Ave. N. Delores Hanson 7210 Perry Court E. Walt Halberg 1326 67th Lane TAXICAB 12/3/90 -3- Suburban Yellow 3555 5th Ave. S. The motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Cohen arrived at 7:04 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - OCTOBER 15. 1990 - REGULAR SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Paulson and seconded by Mayor Nyquist to approve the minutes of the October 15, 1990, City Council meeting. The motion passed. Councilmember Scott abstained from the vote. PRESENTATIONS NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL Mayor Nyquist recognized Patty Wilder from Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council. Ms. Wilder presented a brief slide show which discussed some of the programs operated by Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council. Councilmember Cohen stated he feels the City of Brooklyn Center is fortunate to have a group like the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council. REGIONAL TRANSIT BOARD - LIGHT RAIL TRANSIT Mayor Nyquist recognized Michael Erlichman, Chairman of the Regional Transit Board. Mr. Erlichman stated he would like to encourage the Council's involvement with transportation issues. He noted Brooklyn Center has unique needs and noted its association in the past with Minneapolis and St. Paul. EDA Coordinator Brad Hoffman entered the meeting at 7:45 p.m. Mr. Erlichman stated the RTB is about ready to complete its work on the coordination plan as directed for the light rail transit system. He noted there is no absolute guarantee for the amount of ridership. Mr. Erlichman presented a video for the Council's review. Councilmember Paulson thanked Mr. Erlichman for coming to this evening's meeting. He noted the City of Brooklyn Center is looking at the effect on Brooklyn Center because of the proposed route for the light rail transit system. He stated the City Council feels there is a need to service regional areas that attract a number of people such as Brookdale. He noted the dial -a -ride service could be used as a feeder to the LRT. Mr. Erlichman stated he agrees with Councilmember Paulson and stated he would anticipate Brookdale being a transit hub. He noted before any corridor is constructed, the communities will have the opportunity to discuss their concerns. He added he would have a difficult time supporting this particular corridor without a terminus at Brookdale. He added there will be an opportunity to make adjustments to the corridor routes. Councilmember Cohen inquired if the regional transit board has any idea of the operational cost and what it will cost the City. He noted Brooklyn Center's pressing needs at this time are housing not transportation. Mr. Erlichman stated the RTB is currently estimating 45% to 55% fare box return. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) 12/3/90 -4- The City Manager presented a Resolution Amending the 1990 General Fund Budget for the Communitiy Energy Project. The City Manager noted the City of Brooklyn Center acts as the "pass through agency" for funds from the State to West Hennepin Human Services Planning Board for coordination and implementation of the community energy program. He explained it is necessary to amend the budget to officially recognize these transactions. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -255 ' Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1990 GENERAL FUND BUDGET FOR THE COMMUNITY ENERGY PROGRAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Paulson left the meeting at 8 :12 p.m. The City Manager presented a Resolution Approving Agreement with Northern States Power Company for Installation of Street Lights on West River Road Improvement Project No. 1988 -18. He briefly reviewed the agreement which is contained in the City Council packets. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -256 Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY FOR INSTALLATION OF STREET LIGHTS ON WEST RIVER ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1988 -18 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution Approving Change Order Nos. 1 and 2 to Contract 1989 -I, West River Road Reconstruction Improvement Project No. 1988 -18. He referred the Mayor and City Councilmembers to the report prepared by the Director of Public Works. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -257 Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NOS. 1 AND 2 TO CONTRACT 1989 -I, WEST RIVER ROAD RECONSTRUCTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1988 -18 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution Approving Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1990 -E, Traffic Control Systems at Intersections of Freeway Boulevard with Shingle Creek Parkway, at Freeway Boulevard with Humboldt Avenue North and at 65th Avenue North with Dupont Avenue North, Improvement Project Nos. 1988 -25, 1990 -11 and 1990 -12. He referred the Mayor and City Councilmembers to the report 12/3/90 -5- prepared by the Director of Public Works. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -258 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO CONTRACT 1990 -E, TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS AT INTERSECTIONS OF FREEWAY BOULEVARD WITH SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY, AT FREEWAY BOULEVARD WITH HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH AND AT 65TH AVENUE NORTH WITH DUPONT AVENUE NORTH, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 1988 -25, 1990 -11 AND 1990 -12 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 Approving Change Order No. 2 to Contract 1990 -D, Freeway Boulevard /65th /66th Avenues North Street Improvements, Improvement Project Nos. 1989 -26A and 1989 -26B. He referred the Mayor and City Councilmembers to the staff report prepared by the Director of Public Works. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -259 Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO CONTRACT 1990 -D, FREEWAY BOULEVARD /65TH /66TH AVENUES NORTH STREET IMPROVEMENTS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 1989 -26A AND 1989 -26B The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution Approving Change Order Nos. 1 and 2 to Contract 1990 -C, Replacement of Lift Stations 4 5 and 7 Improvement Project No. P P J 1989 -07. He referred the Mayor and City Councilmembers to the staff report prepared by the Director of Public Works. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -260 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: I ' RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NOS. 1 AND 2 TO CONTRACT 1990 -C, REPLACEMENT OF LIFT STATIONS 4, 5 AND 7, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1989 -07 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Philip Cohen, and the motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Paulson returned to the meeting at 8 :17 p.m. The City Manager presented a Resolution Amending the 1990 General Fund Budget and Authorizing the Purchase of a Bar Code Scanner. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -261 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 12/3/90 -6- RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1990 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A BAR CODE SCANNER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Philip Cohen, and the motion passed unanimously. RECESS The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:20 p.m. and reconvened at 8 :35 p.m. DISCUSSION ITEMS MNDOT'S PUBLIC SCOPING MEETINGS REGARDING T.H. 100 RECONSTRUCTION The Director of Public Works stated MNDOT will hold "public scoping meetings" on December 5 and December 6, 1990. He noted the purpose of these hearings is to identify issues and analysis which will be contained in the next step of its project development process. He noted the next step is preparation of a detailed environmental impact statement. He then went on to review the various alternate configurations prepared by MNDOT and the alternate design which was prepared by Short, Elliott, Hendrickson. He stated he would recommend the City Council adopt the proposed resolution supporting alternates for A and for E. He added he would recommend that alternate B be studied further with the suggested modifications. Councilmember Scott pointed out all alternates without modifications would have the City move its lift station. She inquired if it would be possible for the City to just pick one alternate and pass this along to MNDOT. The Director of Public Works stated the City Council could do that; but if MNDOT finds a problem with that one alternate, it would have no other choices. Councilmember Scott stated she is concerned with giving too much latitude to MNDOT. The Director of Public Works added that relocation of City utilities would be at MNDOT's cost. There was a discussion regarding the various modifications to the proposed resolution. There was a general concensus among Councilmembers that items one, two, and three contained in the proposed resolution would be modified by staff to reflect the City Council's opinions. Councilmember Paulson stated he felt a number 5 should be added requesting MNDOT to also consider the LRT configurations that may be necessary for service to Brookdale. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -262 Member Todd Paulson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING PROPOSED RECONSTRUCTION OF T.H. 100, AND REQUESTING THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO INCLUDE MODIFICATIONS OF BASIC DESIGN ALTERNATES INTO THE SCOPE OF IMPROVEMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN THE PRELIMINARY DESIGN PHASE AND IN THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. ADMINISTRATIVE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION REGARDING BROOKLYN BOULEVARD BETWREEN 49TH AVENUE NORTH AND T.H. 100 The City Manager noted this item had been continued from the November 19, 1990, 12/3/90 -7- City Council agenda. He noted, however, Councilmember Pedlar requested this item be tabled again until he can be present. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Scott to table consideration of the Administrative Traffic Committee recommendation regarding Brooklyn Boulevard between 49th Avenue North and T.H. 100. The motion passed unanimously. HUMBOLDT /CAMDEN TASK FORCE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN The City Manager explained apparently this item was inadvertently omitted from the agenda packets. He recommended tabling this to a later date. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to table consideration of the Humboldt /Camden Task Force Implementation Plan. The motion passed unanimously. 1991 MEETING SCHEDULE The City Manager noted there are two proposed schedules before the Council this evening. Councilmember Scott stated she feels the Tuesday evening schedule would allow more time for review of the agenda materials. Mayor Nyquist inquired if Councilmember elect - Rosene would have any problems with a Tuesday evening schedule. Mr. Rosene stated he would not have a problem with Tuesday evening meetings. Councilmember Paulson stated in the past he has had RTB meetings on Tuesday evenings, and they occasionally run past 7 p.m. He inquired if Councilmember Pedlar expressed a preference for Monday or Tuesday. The City Manager stated Councilmember Pedlar had not mentioned this issue. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to table consideration of the 1991 meeting schedule to the December 5, 1990, City Council meeting. The motion passed unanimously. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS The City Manager noted Councilmember Pedlar expressed support for both proposals recommended by the Park and Recreation Commission. He noted the first recommendation from the Park and Recreation Commission was to rename the arborteum located north of Kylawn Park as the "Eugene H. Hagel Arboretum." He noted Mr. Hagel served as Park and Recreation Director from 1957 until his retirement in 1985. He stated Mr. Hagel played an instrumental role in the development of the City's existing park system. He added if the City Council approves this recommendation, the commission has suggested the City hold a dedication ceremony in the spring of 1991, possibly on Arbor Day. Mayor Nyquist stated he has some concerns with naming any building or property after someone. He inquired where the City would draw the line. Councilmember Paulson inquired if there is any other property or building that has been named after someone. The City Manager explained in the past it has been the City's policy not to name buildings or property after someone. He stated the Park and Recreation Commission is asking for the Council's reconsideration on this one issue. Councilmember Cohen stated he felt since there was no written policy regarding this, then the issue could be dealt with on a case -by -case basis. 12/3/90 -8- There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Scott to rename the arboretum as the "Eugene H. Hagel Arboretum." The motion passed with Mayor Nyquist opposed. The City Manager stated the second recommendation from the Park and Recreation Commission was for the City to commit $15,000 plus labor for enhancements to the Evergreen Park Elementary School playground. He stated he is recommending l referral of the proposal to the City Manager for review and cooperative work with Anoka Hennepin School District officials and Evergreen Park Elementary School PTO to determine the playground needs in the Evergreen Park area. He stated he would come back with a more specific proposal from the school district. Councilmember Scott inquired where the money would be taken from to fund this project. The City Manager stated it would be taken from the capital improvements fund. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Cohen referring the Evergreen Park Elementary School playground additions proposal to the City Manager for review and cooperative work with Anoka Hennepin School District officials and Evergreen Park Elementary School PTO to determine the playground needs in the Evergreen Park area. The motion passed unanimously. OTHER BUSINESS The City Manager stated he would recommend the Council's support of James Krautkremer for a seat on the Metropolitan Council. Councilmember Paulson inquired what the City of Brooklyn Park is doing. Mayor Nyquist stated Brooklyn Center has never followed Brooklyn Parks' lead before, and he doesn't believe they should start doing so at this point. He added that Mr. Krautkremer is the only one interested at this point anyway. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Scott directing staff to prepare a letter for the Mayor's signature supporting James Krautkremer for a seat on the Metropolitan Council. The motion passed unanimously. The City Manager noted he included with the Council packet information regarding the process used in the past for appointment to a Council vacancy. He noted the City Council must make an appointment within 30 days of the vacancy or a special election would occur. He noted it was necessary to get this process started as soon as possible. He stated he would recommend taking applications through December 21 or 28 and making the appointment at the second meeting in January. Councilmember Paulson stated he felt setting a deadline of December 21 would not allow enough time. A discussion then ensued regarding the application due date. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson authorizing acceptance of applications for the vacant Council seat until 4 :30 p.m. on December 31, 1990. The motion passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 9 :47 p.m. Qa Deputy City Clerk Mayor 12/3/90 -9-