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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986 06-23 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 I f REGULAR SESSION JUNE 23, 1986 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:14 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Dean Nyquist, Councilmembers Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, 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 Bill Jordan, HRA Coordinator Brad Hoffman, Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone, and Administrative Aid Patti Page. Mayor Nyquist noted that Councilmember Hawes was ill and would not be in attendance at this evening's meeting. OPEN FORUM Mayor Nyquist noted the Council had received a request from Bernard Ackerson, 3713 53rd Place, regarding bicycle trails. Mayor Nyquist recognized Mr. Ackerson who stated that he rides his bicycle just about everywhere and he has noticed that there are some places within the City which are hard to reach by bike. He stated he would like the City to recognize some of these difficult areas and possibly do some more construction. The City Manager stated that the City has only completed part of the total trail system and that bike routes are looked at as reconstruction is done. Mr. Ackerson stated that one area in particular which is difficult to ride in is the area of Northport school turning north onto Brooklyn Boulevard. He asked if City staff would welcome comments regarding difficult biking areas. The City Manager responded affirmatively. Councilmember Scott suggested that this would be a good discussion item for a future Park & Recreation Commission meeting. or Nyqui inquired if there � g. y t yq was anyone else present in the audience who wished to address the Council. There being none, he continued with the regular agenda items. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Nyquist inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items removed from the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Theis requested the minutes from the June 2 Board of Equalization meeting and special session of the Council be removed from the Consent Agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - MAY 19 1986 - REGULAR SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve the minutes of the May 19, 1986 City Council meeting as submitted. The motion passed. PERFORMANCE BOND RELEASE FOR BROOKLYN CENTER SERVICE 6849 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD 6 -23 -86 -1- There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to release the performance guarantee in the amount of $20,000 for Brooklyn Center Service, 6849 Brooklyn Boulevard (Planning Commission Application No. 84020). The motion passed. PERFORMANCE BOND RELEASE FOR QUICK LUBE 6806 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to release the performance guarantee in the amount of $6,500 for Quick Lube, 6806 Brooklyn Boulevard (Planning Commission Application No. 84038). The motion passed. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 86 -95 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED UNDER WEST FIRE STATION HVAC IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1985 -25 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 86 -96 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED UNDER GRANDVIEW PARK LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1986 -11 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 86 -97 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS FOR 1985 DISEASED SHADE TREE REMOVAL COSTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION N0. 86 -98 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN METROPOLITAN CLINIC OF COUNSELING, INC. - AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR AN EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 86 -99 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:. 6 -23 -86 -2- RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1986 GENERAL FUND BUDGET The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. LICENSES There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve the following list of licenses: AMUSEMENT DEVICE - OPERATOR Brookdale East Cinema 5801 John Martin Drive Brooklyn Center Community Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Earle Brown Bowl 6445 James Circle Lynbrook Bowl 6357 North Lilac Drive MTC 6845 Shingle Creek Pkwy. Red Lobster Restaurant 7235 Brooklyn Boulevard UA Plaza 5810 Shingle Creek Pkwy. AMUSEMENT DEVICE - VENDOR Advance Carter Company 850 Decatur Avenue B & K Music & Vending Co. 3420 Nicollet Avenue S. CIGARETTE LICENSE Amoco 6600 West River Road Target 6100 Shingle Creek Pkwy. FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE Amoco 6600 West River Road Brookdale Mobil 5710 Xerxes Avenue North Burger King 6110 Brooklyn Boulevard Green Mill Inn, Inc. 5540 Brooklyn Boulevard Mui Li Wan Inc. 6800 Shingle Creek Pkwy. Pizza Huts of the Northwest 6000 Shingle Creek Pkwy. Target 6100 Shingle Creek Pkwy. Video Revue 5810 Xerxes Avenue North GASOLINE SERVICE STATION LICENSE Amoco 6600 West River Road ITINERANT FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE Blue Bell Ice Cream Co. 3218 Snelling Avenue Brooklyn Center Community Center 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy. Green Mill Inn Inc. 5540 Brooklyn Boulevard Tom Higgins 830 West Larpenteur Avenue George Nerburn 1100 Emerson Lane North Scoreboard Pizza 6816 Humboldt Avenue N. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS LICENSE Air Comfort, Inc. 3944 Louisiana Circle Ganley's Heating & Air Cond. 2401 80th Avenue N. Loop- Belden- Porter Co. 315 Royalston Avenue N. Standard Heating & Air Cond. 410 West Lake Street 6 -23 -86 -3- Stout Mechanical P.O. Box 6305 NONPERISHABLE VENDING MACHINE LICENSE NSI /Griswold Corp. 8300 10th Avenue N. Travelers North 6601 Shingle Creek Pkwy. 1 PERISHABLE VENDING MACHINE LICENSE NSI /Griswold Corp. 8300 10th Avenue N. Travelers North 6601 Shingle Creek Pkwy. RENTAL DWELLING LICENSE Initial: RFCI Property Management 5240 Drew Avenue N. Robert E. Johnson 7218 -7224 West River Road Renewal: Darrell A. Farr Development Beach Condominiums Thomas K. Williams 5200 France Avenue North Martha Lahti 5316 Knox Avenue North Martha Lahti 5322 Knox Avenue North H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 5300 -5322 Ponds Drive H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 5301 -5315 Ponds Drive H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 5319 -5333 Ponds Drive H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 5400 -5422 Ponds Drive H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 5401 -5423 Ponds Drive H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 5426 -5448 Ponds Drive H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 5427 -5441 Ponds Drive ROI Properties, Inc. 7109 -7113 Unity Avenue N. H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 7225 -7247 Unity Avenue N. H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 7240 -7254 Unity Avenue N. H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 7251 -7273 Unity Avenue N. H. & Val J. Rothschild, Inc. 7260 -7274 Unity Avenue N. Sigmund Bona 5207 Xerxes Avenue North Richard and Sharon Krawiecki 5209 Xerxes Avenue North Frances M. Lunacek 5211 Xerxes Avenue North Tracy Rice 5836 Xerxes Avenue North Diane and Eugene Wright 4408 69th Avenue North SIGN HANGERS LICENSE Cragg Inc. 9636 85th Avenue North Daniel Signs 40 Southwest 4th Street SWIMMING POOL LICENSE Chippewa Park Apartments 6507 Camden Avenue North Spa Petite 2920 County Road 10 The motion passed. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JUNE 2 1986 - BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING Councilmember Theis stated that he had these minutes and the special session minutes removed from the Consent Agenda because he was not present at the meeting. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by 6 -23 -86 _4_ Councilmember Scott to approve the minutes of the Board of Equalization meeting of June 2, 1986 as submitted. The motion passed. Councilmember Theis abstained from the vote. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JUNE 2. 1986 - REGULAR SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to approve the minutes of the special session of the City Council meeting of June 2, 1986 as submitted. The motion passed, with Councilmember Theis abstaining from the vote. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) The City Manager presented a Resolution Authorizing Execution of Developer's Agreement. He noted that this resolution confirms the action taken earlier by the HRA. RESOLUTION NO. 86 -100 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF DEVELOPER'S AGREEMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Gene Lhotka, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution Rejecting All Bids for Centerbrook Golf Course Buildings. He stated that the bids received were all substantially higher than the estimates we had received. The Director of Public Works stated that staff recommends rejecting all bids and readvertising for bids with a new set of plans and specifications. He went on to give a brief explanation of the new plans and stated that the proposed building would be somewhat smaller than the current proposal. Councilmember Lhotka asked if there had been any structural changes in the proposed building. The Director of Public Works stated that in the previous proposal the building would have had a poured in place concrete floor, but in the proposed plan the floor would be a precast, hollow concrete floor. He explained that the exposed aggregate concrete had been removed to reduce the cost and the weight of the building. Mayor Nyquist noted that there appears to be an approximate 25% reduction in size, and he asked how this would reduce the cost. He also asked if, in the future, the City would regret the size reduction. The Director of Public Works stated that there would be an approximate 20% reduction in cost. He added that staff is still quite comfortable with the size of the proposed building and feels it will be a very adequate space. Councilmember Theis asked if there would be any windows in the club house which would face the parking lot. The Director of Public Works responded negatively. Councilmember Theis stated he felt it may be a good idea to have windows facing the parking lot so that the area could be monitored. The City Manager stated that staff would look at the possibility of adding windows facing the parking lot. RESOLUTION NO. 86 -101 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION REJECTING ALL BIDS FOR CENTERBROOK GOLF COURSE BUILDINGS (PROJECT NO. 1985-23, PHASE II, CONTRACT 1986 -K) 6 -23 -86 -5- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously. NORTH MISSISSIPPI REGIONAL PARK PLAN The City Manager introduced Shirley Bonine, Vice Chairman, and Marty Jessen, Associate Chairman, of the Hennepin Suburban Park District. Ms. Bonine stated that the Park Board had voted to accept the plan leaving the west side of Lyndale out of the proposed plan. Councilmember Theis asked why the area on the west side of Lyndale had been left out of the plan, Mr. Jessen stated that the neighbors in the area were quite concerned over the proposed park plan due to the fact that they had just been put through the construction of the I -94 freeway and the difficult reconstruction project on Lyndale Avenue. They stated that they had a desire to maintain the area as a neighborhood and they did not want to lose their equity advantages. Councilmember Theis asked why this area had initially been included in the proposed plan. Mr. Jessen stated that the proposed plan has a limited amount of space and that using the area on the west side of Lyndale would have allowed them to add more features to the park. As it stands now, the park would offer trail systems on the east side of Lyndale, Councilmember Theis asked if there would be any users' fees for these parks. Mr. Jessen stated that there had been very little discussion on this topic and that they would be discussing it more in the future. Councilmember Theis asked if the west side of Lyndale is permanently out of the plan or just for the moment. Mr. Jessen stated that it is permanently out of the proposed park plan unless the City or the State specifically ask for reconsideration in the future. Councilmember Lhotka asked what would happen to the existing pump station that it is on the east side of Lyndale. The City Manager stated that it will stay on the site but there will be some beautification plans for the area. Councilmember Lhotka inquired about the boat launch that is now at Riverridge Park, The City Manager stated that with the widening of the I -694 bridge, it would most likely eliminate the boat launch area on the south side of the bridge. Mayor Nyquist recognized Tony Schmid, 5500 Lyndale Avenue North, who stated that when the plans and construction of I -94 and the reconstruction of Lyndale Avenue were taking place, the City did not state that they had any short or long term plans for a park in the area. He asked whether the residents had not been given the full truth two years ago, or if the Council is now acting on the whims of legislators. Mayor Nyquist stated that neither he nor any of the other Councilmembers knew anything of these park plans when the reconstruction took place on Lyndale Avenue. He stated that he is quite disturbed by the way this whole park plan came about. Mr. Schmid stated that he would like the Council to reject the project until a firm time frame has been set. Mr. Jessen stated that the final acquisitions should all take place within eight years. He added that they have no other firm dates from that point. Mayor Nyquist recognized Mr, Bud Murphy, 5607 Lyndale Avenue North, who asked if there is money immediately available to acquire these homes or if the residents would be left hanging in limbo because of the lack of funds. The City Manager stated that it was his understanding that there is money available for when the residents are ready to sell. Ms. Bonine stated that there are $1.5 million 6 -23 -86 -6- set aside for the acquisition. Mr. Murphy asked if the park board would condemn or wait until the residents are ready to sell. Ms. Bonine stated that the residents could stay in their homes as long as they wanted. She added that the park board does not have the authority to condemn a property. Mr. Schmid asked what would happen with the proposed park if the City Council rejects the plan. The City Manager stated that nothing could be done at this point. Ms. Bonine stated that the park board did not initiate this plan, it was the State Legislature. Councilmember Lhotka asked if a person were to stay in his home for 20 years would he receive a fair market value on his home. Mr. Jessen stated that at the time a person is ready to sell his home, a market appraisal would be done and that the price would be set at a fair market value. Councilmember Scott stated that one of the main objections from the City and the school district was the tax loss. She noted that the school district is also very concerned with the loss of students. Mr. Jessen stated that there would be a four year tax repayment plan of the City taxes. He stated the first year after the sale 80% of the City taxes would be paid and then downward to 60 %, 40% .and 20 %. Councilmember Lhotka stated that he has some concerns for the people that are living there presently. He asked if there was anything that could be done to set a firmer time frame. The City Manager stated that parts of the proposed park plan could be completed before all the properties were sold. Councilmember Lhotka stated that he is worried about making a decision that could affect people 20 years from now. He then asked if there has been any studies done that indicate that there will be people to use the park. Mr. Jessen stated that once the park is developed there would be a great many uses for it. The City Manager stated that staff would anticipate great usage of the park and that the more activity in the area the less vandalism that would occur. There was a motion by Councilmember Theis to concur with the recommendation submitted by the Park and Recreation Commission. The motion died for lack of a second. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka to reject the entire concept of the proposed park. Councilmember Scott inquired if rejecting the concept of the park would also be saying that the City's Comprehensive Plan is wrong. The City Manager noted that at this present time the proposed park plan meets the requirements of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Upon vote being taken on the foregoing motion, Mayor Nyquist seconded the motion. Councilmember Lhotka noted that if the Council accepts the plan nothing will be done in the park for at least eight years. He added that everything in the plan is so undefined except for the boundaries. He added that he felt some day, if and when all the property became available to the City, the City would have more control than if it were owned by Hennepin County. Upon vote being taken on the preceding motion, the motion passed. RECESS 6 -23 -86 -7- The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:35 pm. and reconvened at 8 :49 p.m. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) The Director of Public Works introduced Mr. Bob Brown from MN /DOT, and stated he was present this evening to explain the revised plan layout for I -694 to the Council. Mr. Brown briefly reviewed the past layout and explained why it is necessary to approve this revised layout plan. He noted that there are 110,000 cars per day on the river bridge. He went on to review the new plans of the revised layout. Councilmember Scott asked when construction would begin. Mr. Brown stated that there would be substructural work beginning in 1987 and that the actual construction work that would affect traffic would be in 1988 and 1989. Councilmember Theis asked if there were any plans for putting in a message board to help avoid morning traffic jams. Mr. Brown stated that there are plans for a changeable message sign board to be installed. Councilmember Scott asked where the pedestrian bridge would be placed in connection to the freeway bridge. Mr. Brown stated that there has been some disagreements over the placement of the pedestrian bridge. He added that the pedestrian bridge is now planned for being at grade. Councilmember Scott asked who would be responsible for the winter maintenance. Mr. Brown stated that MN /DOT will not plow the pedestrian bridge and that it would be up to the park district or the City. Mr. Brown stated that initially there had been talk of placing the pedestrian bridge lower than the freeway bridge. He added that the state patrol has urged MN /DOT to build the pedestrian bridge at grade level to avoid the enforcement and monitoring difficulties experienced with below grade pedestrian bridges. RESOLUTION NO. 86 -102 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING PLAN LAYOUT FOR I -694 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 86018 SUBMITTED BY RICHARD WHITLEY REQUESTING PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL TO SUBDIVIDE INTO TWO LOTS THE PARCEL OF LAND AT 5327 BRYANT AVENUE NORTH The City Manager noted this item was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission at its May 8, 1986 meeting. The Director of Planning & Inspection referred the Mayor and City Council to pages one and two of the May 8, 1986 Planning Commission minutes and the attached informational sheet with those minutes regarding this application. He reviewed the application and noted that by relocating the existing home to the south lot, it would allow for another single family home to be built on the northerly lot. He noted the Planning Commission recommended approval of Application No. 86018 subject to five conditions. After reviewing the conditions, the Director of Planning & Inspection stated that a public hearing is scheduled, notices have been sent, and a representative of the applicant is present at this evening's meeting. 6 -23 -86 _8_ Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 86018 submitted by Richard Whitley requesting preliminary plat approval to subdivide into two lots the parcel of land at 5327 Bryant Avenue North. Mayor Nyquist inquired if there was anyone present in the audience who wished to speak at the public hearing. No one requested 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 Planning Commission Application No. 86018 submitted by Richard Whitley. The motion passed. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to approve Planning Commission Application No. 86018 submitted by Richard Whitley requesting preliminary plat approval to subdivide into two lots the parcel of land at 5327 Bryant Avenue North, subject to the following conditions: 1. The final plat is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 2. The final plat is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 of the Cit y Ordinances. 3. The applicant shall enter into a utility hookup agreement with the City prior to final plat approval. 4. The existing house shall be relocated and properly situated onto Lot 2, and the existing foundation removed prior to final plat approval. 5. No building permit shall be issued for Lot 1 until the plat receives final approval and is filed at the County. The motion passed. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Theis to approve the final plat of the Whitley addition. The motion passed. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 86023 SUBMITTED BY BROOKLYN CENTER BAPTIST CHURCH REQUESTING SITE AND BUILDING PLAN AND SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT A FELLOWSHIP HALL /GYMNASIUM ADDITION AT THE BROOKLYN CENTER BAPTIST CHURCH AT 5840 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH The City Manager'stated this item was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission at its May 22, 1986 meeting. The Director of Planning & Inspection referred the Council to pages one through four of the May 22, 1986 Planning Commission meeting minutes and the informational sheet attached with those minutes. He briefly reviewed the application and the 14 conditions recommended by the Planning Commission. He added that a public hearing is scheduled for this evening's meeting, notices have sent, and the applicant is present. 6 -23 -86 -9- Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Application No. 86023 submitted by Brooklyn Center Baptist Church requesting site and building plan and special use permit approval to construct a fellowship hall /gymnasium addition at the Brooklyn Center Baptist Church at 5840 Humboldt Avenue North. Mayor Nyquist inquired if there was anyone present in the audience who wished to speak at the public hearing. No one requested to speak and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Theis to close the public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 86023 submitted by Brooklyn Center Baptist Church. The motion passed. There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve Planning Commission Application No. 86023 submitted by Brooklyn Center Baptist Church requesting site and building plan and special use permit approval to construct a fellowship hall /gymnasium addition at the Brooklyn Center Baptist Church at 5840 Humboldt Avenue North, subject to the following conditions: 1. Building plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of permits. 2. Grading, drainage, utility and berming plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer, prior to the issuance of permits. 3. A site performance agreement and supporting financial guarantee (in an amount to be determined by the City Manager) shall be submitted prior to the issuance of permits. 4. Any outside trash disposal facilities and rooftop mechanical equipment shall be appropriately screened from view. 5. The building is to be equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system to meet NFPA standards and shall be connected to a central monitoring device in accordance with Chapter 5 of the City Ordinances if it is determined by the Building Official that fire sprinklering is required by the Building Code. 6. Plan approval is exclusive of all signery which is subject to Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances. 7. B612 curb and gutter shall be provided around all parking and driving areas. 8. The applicant shall submit an as -built utility survey of the property prior to release of the performance guarantee. 6 -23 -86 -10- 9. Kitchen plans and equipment schedule are subject to review and approval by the City Sanitarian. 10. The special use permit standards are deemed to be met in this case on the following grounds: a) the proposed use is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. b) there is adequate space on the property to meet City ordinance requirements for parking. c) access is gained off neighborhood collector streets Humboldt Avenue North and 59th Avenue North. 11. No vehicular access to the site shall be allowed from the Girard Avenue North cul -de -sac to the south of the site. 12. The permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations. 13. The plans shall be modified to indicate permanent curbing and gutter around parking and driving areas. 14. The plans shall be modified to indicate infill of landscaping to provide thorough screening of the parking lot from adjacent residential properties. The motion passed. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NOS. 86017 86021 AND 86022 SUBMITTED BY TWIN CITY FEDERAL REQUESTING SITE AND BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL TO BUILD A FOUR /LANE DRIVE -UP FACILITY WITH CANOPY AT THE SAVINGS AND LOAN AT 2950 COUNTY ROAD 10• REQUESTING PRELIMINARY R.L.S. APPROVAL TO RESUBDIVIDE THE TWIN CITY FEDERAL PROPERTY_ AND THE ST PAUL BOOK AND STATIONERY PROPERTY: AND REQUESTING A VARIANCE FROM SECTION 35 -700 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO ALLOW A GREENSTRIP AREA LESS THAN 15' IN WIDTH The City Manager stated that these items had been recommended for approval by the Planning Commission at its May 22, 1986 meeting. The Director of Planning & Inspection stated that he would like to review each application individually but hold one public hearing. He added that the City Council would be required to approve each application individually. He went on to briefly review pages four through seven of the May 22, 1986 Planning Commission minutes and the informational sheet attached with those minutes. The Director of Planning & Inspection stated that Planning Commission Application No. 86021 was approved by the Planning Commission at its May 22, 6 -23 -86 -11- 1986 Planning Commission meeting, subject to three conditions which he reviewed for the Council. He went on to review the 12 conditions which the Planning Commission attached to Application No. 86017 pointing out that they had recommended requiring the building to be equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system. He noted that this application was also recommended for approval by the Planning Commission at its May 22, 1986 meeting. The Director of Planning & Inspection then briefly reviewed the four conditions which the Planning Commission attached to Planning Commission Application No. 86022. He stated that a public hearing had been scheduled for Application Nos. 86021 and 86022, notices had been sent, and representatives of the applicant were present this evening. Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Planning Commission Application Nos. 86021 and 86022 submitted by Twin City Federal. Mayor Nyquist inquired if there was anyone present in the audience who wished to speak at the public hearing. No one requested to speak and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to close the public hearing on Planning Commission Application Nos. 86021 and 86022 submitted by Twin City Federal. The motion passed. A brief discussion then ensued regarding the present traffic problem on Xerxes and the drive -up windows for Twin City Federal. Councilmember Lhotka inquired if there has been a police officer for the traffic problem in the past. The Director of Planning & Inspection stated that there has not been a police officer there in the past but the Planning Commission would like that condition added for future problems. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to approve Planning Commission Application No. 86021 submitted by Twin City Federal, subject to the following conditions: 1. The final plat is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 2. The final plat is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances. 3. The applicant shall execute an easement for sidewalk and utilities along the south side of the proposed Tract A prior to final R.L.S. approval. The motion passed. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to approve Planning Commission Application No. 86022, subject to the following considerations and conditions: 1. The triangular configuration of the parcel creates real difficulties in meeting the minimum requirements of the ordinance. A hardship is recognized. 6 -23 -86 -12- 2. The circumstances were not created by the property owner but by the alignment of public streets. 3. The proposed site layout will function better than the existing layout and should not be detrimental to the neighborhood. 4. The site plans should be reviewed to indicate a minimum 10' greenstrip adjacent to the north access and southward until a fourth drive -up lane is achieved, thence widening to 25' along the north side of the south exit drive. The motion passed. There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve Planning Commission Application No.86017 submitted by Twin City Federal, subject to the following conditions: 1. Building plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of permits. 2. Grading, drainage, utility and berming plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer, prior to the issuance of permits. 3. A site performance agreement and supporting financial guarantee (in an amount to be determined by the City Manager) shall be submitted prior to the issuance of permits. 4. Any outside trash disposal facilities and rooftop mechanical equipment shall be appropriately screened from view. 5. The building is to be equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system to meet NFPA standards and shall be connected to a central monitoring device in accordance with Chapter 5 of the City Ordinances. 6. An underground irrigation system shall be installed in all landscaped areas to facilitate site maintenance. 7. Plan approval is exclusive of all signery which is subject to Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances. 8. B612 curb and gutter shall be provided around all parking and driving areas. 6 -23 -86 -13- 9. The applicant shall submit an as -built utility survey of the property prior to release of the performance guarantee. 10. The plans shall be modified prior to review by the City Council to indicate the following: a) the landscape plan shall indicate additional plantings to meet the requirement of 109 points for the site overall and shall contain a landscape schedule. b) the plans shall indicate that the building and canopy are to be fire sprinklered in accordance with NFPA standards. c) the site plans shall be modified to indicate a minimum 10 greenstrip off the north access to the site. 11. The new R.L.S. for the property shall be given final approval by the City Council and be filed at the l county prior to the issuance of permits. l 2. If traffic congestion does occur in Xerxes Avenue North as a result of the bank drive -up traffic, the applicant shall provide on- street traffic control at their expense. The motion passed. DISCUSSION ITEMS WITHDRAWAL FROM SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY The City Manager stated that he would like the Council to confirm the action taken regarding the withdrawal from Suburban Rate Authority. He stated that the deadline for withdrawal was June 15, and that the City would still be involved with the Suburban Rate Authority until December 31, 1986. He added that the Council had suggested withdrawal in the 1986 budget planning process. Councilmember Lhotka stated that he feels the benefits from the Suburban Rate Authority seem to go to the law firm which handles the Suburban Rate Authority and that Brooklyn Center's benefits are minimal. The City Manager stated that he would like a motion confirming his action. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis confirming the withdrawal from Suburban Rate Authority. The motion passed. APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF ULTIMAPS SYSTEM BY LOGIS The City Manager explained that g P during he 1986 budget process the g g p City Council had put a hold on the funds for the ULTIMAP system. He stated that Mr. Ted Willard was present this evening to explain the ULTIMAP system and its uses within the City. Mr. Willard stated that this would be a pilot project in order 6 -23 -86 -14- to evaluate the effectiveness of the ULTIMAP system in a suburban area. He stated the cities would be using practical applications for the system to determine its effectiveness. Mr. Willard went on to explain the different areas in which the ULTIMAP system could be used, such as Planning, Assessing, and Public Works. The Director of Public Works briefly reviewed the cost analysis reports prepared for this item. Councilmember Lhotka noted that it appears that the costs in this report are for the Public Works area and inquired what the cost for the other departments would be. The City Manager stated that some of the other departments, such as Assessing are on the LOGIS system already, and that the Apollo system would simply express their data on a map. Councilmember Theis stated that he likes the concept of the ULTIMAP system and he is convinced its a super system but he is not sure about the cost analysis. He stated he would like some additional backup information on these reports. Councilmember Lhotka asked if the total cost for 1986 would be $30,000. The City Manager responded affirmatively. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott to release the funds appropriated for the ULTIMAP system. The motion died for a lack of a second. There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to table the resolution releasing the funds pending clarification and analysis of the personnel costs. The motion passed. APPROVAL OF AN ON -SALE NONINTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE FOR PIZZA HUT There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to approve an On -Sale Nonintoxicating Liquor License for Pizza Hut. The motion passed. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 11:40 p.m. City Clerk 6 -23 -86 -15-