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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987 05-04 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 MAY 4, 1987 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. a ROLL CALL Mayor Dean Nyquist, Councilmembers Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, Finance Director Paul Holmlund, Director of Planning & Inspection Ron Warren, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, Public Works Coordinator Joe Oster, HRA Coordinator Brad Hoffman, Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone, and Administrative Aid Patti Page. INVOCATION The invocation was offered by Councilmember Hawes. OPEN FORUM Mayor Nyquist noted he had received a request from Steve Nelson, 6731 Scott Avenue North, to use the Open Forum session this evening. Mr. Nelson stated he k was present this evening to discuss the situation at 6718 Scott Avenue North. P He stated this home has been condemned and some of the utilities have been shut off. He briefly reviewed some of the problems at the residence and stated the concerns he and the other neighbors in the area had. He inquired if there was € anything the Council could do to speed the process up and asked what the next step would be in this process. The City Manager stated staff is aware of some r of the problems at the residence and noted other items of concern, which Mr. Nelson and other neighbors expressed, were being fully investigated. He stated ' there is a procedure which the Council has to follow for clean up of this home , t and noted the process can get quite lengthy if the owner does not cooperate. i Councilmember Lhotka added the City does have certain powers within the City but noted the procedures must be followed. He stated the City Council cannot step into the middle of a problem and correct the situation. The City Manager stated he would contact Mr. Nelson by Thursday afternoon with an update regarding this problem. Mayor Nyquist inquired if there was anyone else present who wished to address the City Council. Gerald Christianson, 6852 Grimes Place North, came forward and stated he would like to address the problem he is having with the management of Victoria Townhomes. He noted that Victoria Townhomes are set up for HUD Housing (low income), and he believes the management company has not been handling the affairs of this development correctly for a number of years. He stated he is aware of a couple of cases where the management company kept the initial damage deposit plus additional charges for other cleaning items. He stated he is afraid to move out of the development because he cannot afford to pay these additional charges. He noted he did have several other concerns which 5 -4 -87 -1- he felt should be discussed. The City Manager stated he would have someone in the Planning & Inspection Department contact Mr. Christianson by Wednesday to discuss Mr. Christianson's concerns. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Nyquist inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items removed from the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Hawes requested item lOk be removed from the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Lhotka requested item 6a be removed and f Councilmember Theis requested item 10c be removed from the Consent Agenda. k APPROVAL OF MINUTES - APRIL 20 1987 - REGULAR SESSION f There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to approve the minutes of the April 20, 1987 City Council meeting. The motion j passed unanimously. FINAL PLAT - ED TROMBLEY'S ADDITION There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to approve the final plat of Ed Trombley's addition, 61st Avenue at Colfax Avenue North. The motion passed unanimously. PERFORMANCE BOND RELEASE - BOULEVARD PLAZA There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to release the performance bond for Boulevard Plaza, 7022 -7086 Brooklyn Boulevard. The motion passed unanimously. PERFORMANCE BOND REDUCTION BROOKLYN CENTER BAPTIST CHURCH There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to reduce the performance bond from $25,000 to $10,000 for Brooklyn Center Baptist Church, 5840 Humboldt Avenue North. The motion passed unanimously. r RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 87 -91 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED UNDER CONTRACT 1985 -I (CIVIC CENTER CARPET REPLACEMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1985 -16) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Gene Lhotka, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 87 -92 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF FOUR (4) POLICE PATROL SEDANS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Gene Lhotka, and the motion passed unanimously. i s 5 -4 -87 j � i j RESOLUTION N0, 87 -93 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) COMPACT CARGO VAN The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Gene Lhotka, and the motion passed unanimously. i RESOLUTION NO. 87 -94 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO APPLY FOR A GRANT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Gene Lhotka, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 87 -95 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A TEMPORARY POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE AID IN THE ENGINEERING DIVISION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Gene Lhotka, and the motion passed unanimously. LICENSES There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to approve the following list of licenses: BULK VENDOR LICENSE Curtis Products 3214 Dodds Ave. N. D & G Vending, Inc. 4313 NE Washington Street CIGARETTE LICENSE Theisen Vending Company 3804 Nicollet Ave. S. Brookdale Ford, Inc. 2550 County Road 10 FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE ` Brooklyn Center Babe Ruth Evergreen Park Brooklyn Center Babe Ruth Grandview Park Brooklyn Center Nat'l. Little League Lions Park Brooks Superette 6804 Humboldt Ave. N. Garden City School 3501 65th Ave. N. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS LICENSE Construction Mechanical Services 1307 Sylvan Street Egan & Sons Co. 7100 Medicine Lake Rd. Environ -Con, Inc. Box 1351 Furnace Care Inc. 8733 Humboldt Ave. N. Lakeview Heating & A/C 4342B Shady Oak Road Kleve Heating & A/C 13075 Pioneer Trail 5 -4 -87 -3- R & S Heating & A/C 21357 Hemlock Avenue T.G.S. Mechanical Inc. 50 Choctaw Circle Thermex Corporation 4850 Park Glen Road Thompson Air Inc. 5115 Hanson Court Fred Vogt & Co. 3260 Gorham Avenue NONPERISHABLE VENDING MACHINE LICENSE Theisen Vending Company 3804 Nicollet Ave. S. Brookdale Ford, Inc. 2550 County Road 10 i RENTAL DWELLING LICENSE Initial: f James Ferrara � 6031 Brooklyn Boulevard SIGN HANGERS LICENSE Midway Sign Company, Inc. 444 North Prior Avenue y SWIMMING POOL LICENSE Fun Services 3701 50th Avenue N. The motion passed unanimously. E 6 APPROVAL OF MINUTES - APRIL 6 1987 - REGULAR SESSION Councilmember Lhotka stated he was not present at this meeting and that is why he removed this item from the Consent Agenda. i There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Theis to approve the minutes of the April 6, 1987 City Council meeting. The motion passed. Councilmember Lhotka abstained from the vote. PRESENTATION OF AWARD TO CITY COUNCIL FROM MINNESOTA WATER SKI ASSOCIATION Mayor Nyquist recognized Hank Longo from the Minnesota Water Ski Association. Mr. Longo stated he was present this evening to ask the Council's permission to continue water ski training on upper Twin Lake. There was a general consensus r among Councilmembers to allow water ski training on upper Twin Lake. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) The City Manager presented a Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications and Ordering Advertisement for Bids for Community Center Improvements, Project No. 1987 -05, Contract 1987 -C. The Director of Public Works noted the City Council did approve the initial design concept for this project which would include reroofing of the Community Center and remodeling of the social hall and lobby. He briefly reviewed the project schedule and noted Al Mjorud was present this evening to answer any questions the Council may have. Councilmember Lhotka stated he was not present at the meeting in which the Council approved this project and inquired what the cost was of the roof design chosen. The Director of Public Works stated the design which the Council approved would cost approximately $210,000. Councilmember Lhotka stated he had discussed this item with the City Manager before the Council meeting and stated his preference for the lower cost proposal. He inquired what the difference was between the low and medium priced proposal. Mr. Mjorud of Carlson, Mjorud 5 -4 -87 -4- Architecture, Ltd. (CMA) stated the main difference in the two proposals is the insulation system for the exterior roof. Councilmember Lhotka inquired where the moisture, which is rotting the roof deck, comes from. Mr. Mjorud stated there is a moisture vapor which in time rots away the roof decking. Councilmember Lhotka inquired if there would be any life extension on the roof decking if the medium priced proposal was installed versus the low priced proposal. Mr. Mjorud stated there is only a warranty on the newly installed materials. Councilmember Lhotka stated he still believes the roof decking would get the same type of protection from the lower priced proposal and the Council would be spending $35,000 less. Mr. Mjorud stated the low priced proposal is not recommended for installation over a swimming pool. A lengthy discussion then ensued regarding the two types of insulation proposals and whether either proposal would actually prolong the life of the roof decking. Councilmember Lhotka stated he still feels the City is throwing $35,000 away on something that will not matter in 20 to 30 years. He noted with either proposal the City would be gaining the same amount of time no matter how much money is spent. He added the present roof has lasted 15 years and even the low price proposal is an improvement over this period of time. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to reconsider the two proposals and to approve the low priced proposal. Mayor Nyquist noted the motion and second to reconsider must be made by a member of the Council who voted on the prevailing side. He noted Councilmember Lhotka was not present at the April 6, 1987 meeting, and Councilmember Theis voted against this issue. RESOLUTION NO. 87 -96 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 1987 -05, CONTRACT 1987 -C The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed with Councilmembers Lhotka and Theis opposed. PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED PUBLIC UTILITY RATES FOR 1988 -1990 The Director of Public Works briefly reviewed the report which outlined the proposed utility rate increases for the years 1988 -1990. He went on to review the fees and the proposed increases for other items such as water meters, delinquent account charges, certification to taxes, and restoration of service. Councilmember Theis inquired if the 10% delinquent charge is a legal amount which the City can charge. The Director of Public Works stated he did not have the City Attorney check into this but other cities are using this type of fee. The City Manager stated he would have the City Attorney check into this matter. Councilmember Theis stated he was concerned with the 3 p.m. cutoff for water restoration and noted it seems to be fairly early in the day for most working people. He inquired if this $50 increase is simply a penalty or does the $50 help defray the cost of the employees wages. The City Manager stated the public 5 -4 -87 -5- utility department works from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and this $50 increase pays the employees wages. The Director of Public Works noted this $50 increase is based on average overhead costs. Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on proposed public utility rates for 1988 -1990. An unidentified resident came forward and inquired if the City was investigating any ways in which to keep the water rates down. The City Manager stated staff has looked into that question and noted the City of Brooklyn Center employs the fewest number of public utility employees compared to most cities. He noted in most cities new customers are providing the revenues for the City, but in Brooklyn Center most of the residential and industrial areas are built up and there is no growth to provide these revenues. The resident inquired if the revenues from the public utility department were used for other purposes such as City employee's salaries. The City Manager stated the public utility revenues are used only for utility employees and this procedure is according to the City's Charter. Mayor Nyquist inquired if there was anyone else present who wished to speak at the public hearing. No one appeared to speak and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to close the public hearing on proposed public utility rates for 1988 -1990. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 87 -97 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PUBLIC UTILITY RATE SCHEDULES FOR THE USE AND CONNECTION TO THE SANITARY SEWER AND WATER SYSTEMS OF 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._ CONTROL OF WILD GOOSE POPULATION IN CENTRAL PARK The Director of Public Works introduced Dr. Cooper of the University of Minnesota who is working on the wild goose population problem in the metro area. The Director of Public Works stated if there is a general consensus among Councilmembers to proceed with this program, a public meeting has tentatively been scheduled for May 21, 1987 at 7 p.m. Dr. Cooper briefly reviewed the type of programs used in the metro area to control the wild goose population. He noted Canadian geese are fairly new to the metro area. He stated when the Canadian geese were reintroduced to the metropolitan area, there was no indication they would grow in numbers and take over. He stated in the early 1970's there were approximately 600 Canadian geese present in the metropolitan area and at this time there are over 12,000 wild geese. Dr. Cooper stated there is very little known about the control of this situation, and there is no magic formula to control the increase in the population. He stated one of the first steps in decreasing the wild goose population is relocation of the young adult birds. He stated during the first year of the program all young adult geese would be taken from an area, and this 5 -4 -87 -6- i f t would mean an approximate 50% reduction by the second year. He went on to explain the following steps and noted by the fourth year of the program the wild goose population could be reduced by as much as 95 %. Dr. Cooper stated one thing which must be decided is the desired number of geese wanted in a defined area. He stated the Council or staff would have to decide if they wanted no geese, 25 geese, etc. He stated the City of Minneapolis' goal is 75 geese for summer population. He noted one of the other concerns is the geese be handled humanely. He stated at this time the young adult geese are relocated to areas which have expressed a desire to have wild geese in the area. He noted eventually there will be no state or area which wants the geese and then long -term control will have to be maintained. Councilmember Scott inquired if the geese would be relocated as couples and families or separated. Dr. Cooper stated they try not to place adult couples or families together because an adult goose can find its way back to its original site, and if it is left with young ones, it will bring them back also. Councilmember Theis inquired as to the average life expectancy of a goose. Dr. Cooper stated it is approximately ten years in the metropolitan area. The Director of Public Works asked Dr. Cooper to address the issue of cost for this control to the City Council. Dr. Cooper stated the cost for this type of control is a fixed cost per site. He noted the price would be the same whether they catch 1 or 100 geese. He stated this average cost is $500 to $700 per site. He stated he would recommend setting up the program for Central Park for four years unless birds from other areas are contributing to the problem in Central Park. He noted other sites within the City could be left on a contingency basis unless these geese cause an aesthetic problem. Councilmember Lhotka inquired what the estimated population of wild geese is in Central Park. The Director of Public Works stated there were approximately 100 geese during the summer months and in the fall the numbers grew. Councilmember Lhotka inquired if there was a problem at Twin Lake. The Director of Public Works stated there does not appear to be a wild goose problem at Twin Lake. He noted the problem sites appear to be Central Park and Palmer Lake preserve. Dr. Cooper stated he would recommend removal of the young adults by the middle of June. The Director of Public Works inquired if a resolution were necessary for Dr. Cooper to proceed. Dr. Cooper stated no resolution would be necessary, but a public meeting should be scheduled to obtain citizen input. Councilmember Lhotka stated he feels now is the best time to begin this program before the golf course is complete and a problem occurs in that area. RECESS The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8 :55 p.m. and reconvened at 9:12 p.m. DISCUSSION ITEMS LOCATION OF MAINTENANCE GARAGE AT CENTERBROOK GOLF COURSE The City Manager reviewed the proposed location of the maintenance garage at Centerbrook golf course and noted that originally the maintenance garage had been scheduled to be placed underneath the water tower. It was found the site 5 -4 -87 -7- was not a feasible location, and the maintenance garage was moved to its present proposed location. He stated a resident in the area has objected to the present location of the maintenance garage because it would be directly across from the windows in their home. The City Manager went on to review the two alternatives which have been proposed for the maintenance garage but noted the residents were not happy with either of these locations. Councilmember Lhotka inquired if there were any storage facilities on the Little League field. The City Manager stated there was a small storage building approximately the size of a single car garage. Councilmember Lhotka inquired if it would be possible to connect our maintenance garage with the Little League building. The City Manager stated the Little League building is being built on pilings, and this would be a very expensive way to install the maintenance $ garage. Councilmember Lhotka stated he believes one of the concerns of the resident is r the hours of operation and the possible noise it will create. The City Manager stated the maintenance equipment that would be used for the golf course is not much noisier than the average car, and any actual maintenance to be done on the equipment would be handled at the municipal garage. Councilmember Theis inquired why the maintenance garage could not be placed under the water tower as originally proposed. The City Manager stated there were several health concerns and the possibility of weakening of the water tower if a fire were to occur. He stated it became apparent that placing the maintenance garage under the water tower was not a feasible plan. Councilmember Hawes inquired if there were any other location on the golf course where this building could be placed. The City Manager stated staff has reviewed the entire layout of the golf course and these are the only two alternatives left open to the City. There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to approve the location of the maintenance garage for Centerbrook golf course according to the map for alternate site No. 3. The motion passed unanimously. PRIVATE KENNEL LICENSE - JAMES ZIMMER - 5729 BRYANT AVENUE NORTH The City Manager briefly reviewed the memorandum prepared by the Health Department regarding this application. Councilmember Lhotka asked if the applicant would respond to the Health Department's recommendation for a concrete pad for the dog run area. Mr. Zimmer stated he does plan to be moving within the next year, and he does not believe a concrete pad is necessary for this area. A brief discussion then ensued whether the City has required other private kennel owners to install concrete pads and whether the ordinance actually states a concrete pad is necessary. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to approve the private kennel license for James Zimmer, 5729 Bryant Avenue North, without the installation of a concrete pad for the dog run area. Councilmember Lhotka stated he would like to amend the motion to allow for the possibility the owner may still be living there in 18 months. He stated he thought the motion should reflect the point if the owner is still residing at 5 -4 -87 -8- i t 5729 Bryant Avenue North and if he does still have three dogs, he would then install the concrete pad. He noted also staff should review the requirements of the ordinance and the past licenses which have been issued. Councilmember Theis seconded the amendment to the original motion. The amended motion passed with Councilmembers Hawes and Scott opposed. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) i t RESOLUTION NO. 87 -98 ` Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED SHADE TREES (ORDER NO. DST05/04/87) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Gene Lhotka, and the motion passed unanimously. r RESOLUTION NO. 87 -99 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING MAY 19, 1987 AS MARY JANE GUSTAFSON DAY IN BROOKLYN CENTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION N0. 87 -100 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: i RESOLUTION DECLARING MAY 15, 1987 THROUGH MAY 21, 1987 AS DRUG AWARENESS WEEK The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor and the City Manager of the City of Brooklyn Center to Execute an Easement Agreement on Behalf of the City of Brooklyn Center. He noted that this item pertains to an easement at Brookwood Estates, and this easement is necessary for purposes of ingress and egress for police and fire vehicles and for maintenance and repair c of utility lines. f r RESOLUTION N0. 87 -101 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER TO EXECUTE AN EASEMENT AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously. - The City Manager presented a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to Execute on Behalf of the City of Brooklyn Center a First Supplement to Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions, and Maintenance Agreement 5 -4 -87 I _ • j for a Private Road. He noted this would establish a maintenance agreement for a private road at 7100 Brooklyn Boulevard. RESOLUTION N0. 87 -102 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: f RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER A FIRST SUPPLEMENT TO DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, ! CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR A PRIVATE ROAD The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution Accepting Conveyance of Property P g y p y (Outlot A, Brookdale Corporate Center). He noted this parcel of land is adjacent to I- 694 and is just north of Earle Brown Drive. RESOLUTION NO. 87 -103 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF CONVEYANCE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Hawes stated he would like to ask a question about item 10L, a Resolution Authorizing a Temporary Position of Administrative Aid in the Engineering Division, which was approved on the consent agenda. He inquired where the funding for this position is coming from if no additional funding is necessary. The City Manager stated there are two vacant positions in that department at this time, and funds provided for these positions would be used for the new temporary position. DISCUSSION ITEMS (CONTINUED) PALMER LAKE TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS The Director of Public Works reviewed the different segments of the proposed project and the estimated costs for each segment. He noted the approximate total cost for the recommended alignment of the trails is $51,760. He went on to review the funding for this proposed project and noted the Palmer Lake Basin Capital Project's Fund has a present balance of $22,815. Of this balance, he noted $5,908 is from unexpended LCMR funds which are available for construction of improvements in Palmer Lake Park if those improvements are completed during 1987. In addition, he stated the City's LAWCON Grant for Palmer Lake Park has an unencumbered balance of $5,399 which is also available for improvements in Palmer Lake Park if those improvements are completed during 1987. He stated if the project is approved for construction the additional funding, as needed, should be appropriated from the City's Capital Project Fund balance. r h k Councilmember Scott inquired if segment 2, that area behind the homes on Oliver Avenue North, would be striped to define the areas for bikes and pedestrians. The Director of Public Works stated no plans for striping have been proposed. 5 -4 -87 -10- Councilmember Scott stated she is concerned with the liability the City may have if someone on a bicycle rounds a curve and hits a pedestrian. RESOLUTION NO. 87 -104 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -12, PALMER LAKE TRAIL EAST, AND CALLING FOR A HEARING THEREON The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by t member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously. SATELLITE AND DUMPSTER SCREENS FOR INSTALLATION IN PARK SYSTEM The Director of Public Works reviewed the list of sites which has been proposed to have satellite and dumpster screens constructed and the estimated construction costs for this development. He noted this screening would be similar to the screens which were constructed in 1984. Councilmember Lhotka i inquired as to the cost of renting the satellite units each year. The City Manager stated he was not sure of the figure, but he would have staff collect 'E that information for Councilmember Lhotka. RESOLUTION NO. 87 -105 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -13, SATELLITE AND DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE SCREENS WITHIN THE MUNICIPAL PARK SYSTEM, AND APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously. ADDITIONAL TRAIL LIGHTING ALONG NORTHERLY PART OF TRAILWAY IN CENTRAL PARK The City Manager explained during the original construction of Central Park the City had planned to install lights along trailways within Central Park. He noted because of objections from a resident living along Brooklyn Drive north of 63rd Avenue, no lights were installed along the north /south trailway which parallels Brooklyn Drive along the westerly border of Central Park. He stated over the last two years a number of requests have been submitted from residents requesting lights be installed in this area. He stated staff is proposing five lights be installed in the area at an estimated total cost of $8,700. The City Manager stated the Recreation Director has contacted all property owners in this area and requested their opinion as to whether lights should be installed at this point. The City Manager stated only positive comments were received regarding this proposal. RESOLUTION NO. 87 -106 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING INSTALLATION OF ADDITIONAL TRAIL LIGHTING ALONG NORTHERLY PART OF TRAILWAY IN CENTRAL PARK The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously. 5 -4 -87 -11- i EXTENDING ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND INSTALLING SCOREBOARD FOR CENTRAL PARK BASEBALL FIELD The City Manager stated the Director of Recreation has researched the cost of placing a scoreboard and electrical service in the baseball field in Central Park. He noted the estimated total cost of this project is $8,000. Councilmember Lhotka inquired if we have this type of board and electrical service at the softball fields in the City. The City Manager responded affirmatively. RESOLUTION NO. 87 -107 Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: a RESOLUTION APPROVING INSTALLATION OF A SCOREBOARD FOR CENTRAL PARK BASEBALL FIELD I 9 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Gene Lhotka, and the motion passed unanimously. 4 � RECOMMENDATION FROM PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION The City Manager stated the Park & Recreation Commission has recommended the City Council include as a 1988 budget item funding for a consultant who would conduct a feasibility study on the undeveloped park land options at Twin Lake North peninsula, island, beach, and northern end, as well as the Kylawn preserve area. Councilmember Theis stated he would have no objections to considering this as a budget item, but he would not approve a budget appropriation at this time. The City Manager stated this item would be included in the proposed budget. e LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The City Manager briefly reviewed some of the items covered in the Legislative Update magazine which he had included in the Council's agenda. He noted the legislature does not appear to be considering the needs of the local cities when making their decisions. He noted some of these items will be quite costly for the City. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott instructing the City Manager to send a letter to the City's legislators and representatives stating the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center is in agreement with the League of Minnesota Cities position. The motion passed unanimously. OTHER BUSINESS There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to appoint Scott Burnes, 7031 France Avenue North, to the Brooklyn Center Park & Recreation Commission. The motion passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 10:20 p.m. • / City Clerk Mayor 5 -4 -87 -12-