HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988 12-19 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 19, 1988
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order
by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:05 p.m.
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 and
Inspection Ron Warren, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, Personnel Coordinator
Geralyn Barone, EDA Coordinator Brad Hoffman, and Administrative Aid Patti Page.
INVOCATION
The invocation was offered by Mayor Nyquist.
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 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 Hawes requested item 8f be removed, and
Councilmember Lhotka requested item 8b be removed from the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - DECEMBER 5 1988 - REGULAR SESSION
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
approve the minutes of the December 5, 1988, City Council meeting. The motion
- passed unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTIDN NO. 88 -205
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1988 GENERAL FUND BUDGET FOR THE LODGING TAX
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 -206
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND APPROPRIATION FOR THE ACQUISITION
OF TAX FORFEIT LAND ALONG SHINGLE CREEK AND CLOSING THE PROJECT
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 -207
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING WATER HOOKUP RATES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1989
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 -208
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING ASSESSMENT RATES FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS IN
RESIDENTIAL AREAS IN 1989
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 -209
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 Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 -210
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1988 GENERAL FUND BUDGET FOR A STATE GRANT FOR A
COMMUNITY ENERGY CONSERVATION PROJECT
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 -211
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING GIFT FROM THE KOREAN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE TWIN
CITIES
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously.
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CONSIDERATION. OF SPECIFIED LICENSES
ON -SALE NONINTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSES
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
approve on -sale nonintoxicating malt liquor licenses for the following
establishments: Beacon Bowl, Chuck Wagon Inn, City of Brooklyn Center
(Centerbrook Golf Course), Davanni's Pizza, Denny's Restaurant, The Fifty's
Grill, Little Brooklyn, Pizza Hut, Rocky Rococo, and Scoreboard Pizza. The
motion passed unanimously.
OFF SALE_NONINTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSES
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
approve off -sale nonintoxicating malt liquor licenses for the following
establishments: Brooks Superette, Country Club Market, Country Store (Red Owl)
Jerry's New Market, Super America No. 4160, and Super America No. 4058. The
motion passed unanimously.
LICENSES
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
approve the following list of licenses:
BOWLING ALLEY
Lynbrook Bowl, Inc. 6357 N. Lilac Dr.
CIGARETTE
Best Products Company, Inc. 5925 Earle Brown Dr.
Brookdale Unocal 5710 Xerxes Ave. N.
Brooklyn Center American Legion #630 4307 70th Ave. N.
Brooklyn Center Service 6245 Brooklyn Blvd.
Country Club Market 5715 Morgan Ave. N.
Country Store 3600 63rd Ave. N.
Days Inn 1501 Freeway Blvd.
Green Mill Inn 5540 Brooklyn Blvd.
Ideal Drug 6800 Humboldt Ave. N.
Iten Chevrolet 6701 Brooklyn Boulevard
Jerry's New Market 5801 Xerxes Ave. N.
Lynbrook Bowl 6357 North Lilac Dr.
Minnesota Viking Food Service 5200 W. 74th St.
Schmitt Music Center 2400 Freeway Blvd.
Neil's Total 1505 69th Ave. N.
Service America 7490 Central Ave. N.E.
Dayton's Brookdale
Graco 6820 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
MTC 6845 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Snyder Bros. Drug 1296 Brookdale Center
Wes's Amoco 6044 Brooklyn Blvd.
Yen Ching Restaurant 5900 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
COURTESY BENCH
U.S. Bench Corp. 3300 Snelling Ave.
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FOOD ESTABLISHMENT
Minnesota Viking Food Service 5200 W. 74th St.
U.S. West Telecommunications 5910 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
GARBAGE AND REFUSE COLLECTION VEHICLE
Walz Bros. Sanitation Inc. P.O. Box 627
GASOLINE SERVICE STATIONS
Brookdale Car Wash 5500 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brookdale Unocal 5710 Xerxes Ave. N.
Brooklyn Center Municipal Garage 6844 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Brooklyn Center Post Office 6848 Lee Ave. N.
Brooklyn Center Service "76" 6245 Brooklyn Blvd.
Brooklyn Service Center 6901 Brooklyn Blvd.
Christy's Auto Service 5300 Dupont Ave. N.
Howe Company 4821 Xerxes Ave. N.
Humboldt Ave. Service 6840 Humboldt Ave. N.
Metropolitan Transit Commission 6845 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Neil's Total 1505 69th Ave. N.
Osseo Brooklyn Bus Company 4435 68th Ave. N.
Wes's Amoco 6044 Brooklyn Blvd.
ITINERANT FOOD ESTABLISHMENT
B.C. Lioness 5324 Oliver Ave. N.
LODGING ESTABLISHMENT
Days Inn 1501 Freeway Boulevard
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Milton Witzmann 2500 Longview Dr.
P & H Services Co. Inc. 208 73rd Ave. N.
POOL AND BILLIARDS TABLE
Days Inn 1501 Freeway Boulevard
PUBLIC DANCE
Days Inn 1501 Freeway Blvd.
RENTAL DWELLINGS
Initial:
Michael Adkins 6315 Brooklyn Blvd.
Robert & Marilyn Cashman 5622 Emerson Ave. N.
Lai Phuoc Ngo 4512 63rd Ave. N.
Renewal:
James Ferrara 6031 Brooklyn Blvd.
Gary Zimmerman 6527 Brooklyn Blvd.
Fred Johnson 5324 Bryant Ave. N.
Patrick Menth 5302 Fremont Ave. N.
H.E. Homes 6804 Fremont Place
H.E. Homes 6809 Fremont Place
Joe Semler, Jr. 6820 Fremont Place
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Joe Semler, Jr. 6824 Fremont Place
H.E. Homes 6831 Fremont Place
Walt Halberg 6835 Fremont Place
Julia Paulson 5315 Knox Ave. N.
Vernon Vendel 5651 Knox Ave. N.
Gary Scherber 4708 Lakeview Ave. N.
Henry Johnson 6736 Scott Ave. N.
Gregory M. Ray 3713 Urban Ave. N.
Donald Kutz 6837 York Place
Eugene Hess 3218 63rd Ave. N.
H.E. Homes 1323 67th Lane
Walt Halberg 1326 67th Lane
TAXICAB LICENSE
Suburban Taxi 9614 Humboldt Ave. S.
The motion passed unanimously.
RECESS TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING
The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 7:05 p.m. and reconvened at 7:21
p.m.
RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED)
The City Manager presented a Resolution Amending the 1988 General Fund Budget to
Increase Appropriations for Various Operating Departments. The Finance Director
explained this is the same type of resolution which is used each year to bring
the budget into balance.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 -212
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1988 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS FOR
VARIOUS OPERATING DEPARTMENTS
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 Amending the 1988 General Fund Budget to
Provide for Wage and Salary Adjustments. He noted this resolution had been
delayed because staff was waiting for a contract agreement with the Police
Department.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 -213
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1988 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO PROVIDE FOR WAGE AND SALARY
ADJUSTMENTS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes and the motion passed unanimously.
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The City Manager presented a Resolution Setting Wages and Salaries for the
Calendar Year 1989.
RESOLUTION N0. 88 -214
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION SETTING WAGES AND SALARIES FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1989
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Nyquist noted there is a draft ordinance before the Council this evening
adjusting the salaries for the Mayor and City Councilmembers. Councilmember
Theis stated he believes the two new Councilmembers should have time to work
with the Council before they must vote on a salary increase. Councilmember
Scott stated she feels the issue of salary increases for the Council has been
put off far too long, and the longer the Council waits the worse the problem
will get. Councilmember Lhotka stated he understands the concerns stated by
both Councilmember Theis and Councilmember Scott. He stated he would like to
see the Mayor's annual salary increased to $7,000 and the Council's salary
increased to $5,000 annually. It was pointed out the ordinance sets the monthly
wage for the Mayor and Councilmembers.
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott
to approve for first reading An Ordinance Fixing Council Salaries and setting
the public hearing date for January 23, 1989, at 7:30 p.m. The motion passed
unanimously.
The City Manager presented a Resolution Approving Sick Leave for the Public
Works Coordinator. Councilmember Hawes inquired why staff is recommending this
action for all new employees. The City Manager noted it has become quite common
in the market place, both public and private, to offer a bank of sick leave to
new employees.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 -215
Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING SICK LEAVE FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS COORDINATOR
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and the motion passed with Councilmember Hawes opposed.
The City Manager presented a Resolution Accepting Quote and Authorizing the
Contracting for Services for a Community Survey. He explained the final bid
amount would be based on the number of questions in the document. Councilmember
Scott inquired who would develop the questionnaire. The City Manager stated
City staff, Commissions, and Decision Resources Limited would develop the
questionnaire. He noted the final questionnaire would be reviewed by the City
Council prior to starting the survey.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 -216
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTE AND AUTHORIZING THE CONTRACTING FOR SERVICES FOR A
COMMUNITY SURVEY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and the motion passed unanimously.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 88018 SUBMITTED BY PACKAGING PLUS INC.
REQUESTING VARIANCE APPROVAL FROM CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO 77-67, WHICH
GOVERNS WALL SIGNERY ALONG THE NORTH WALLS OF 6800 6820 AND 6840 SHINGLE CREEK
PARKWAY,--TO., ALLOW WALL SIGNS NOT MORE THAN 11 FEET ABOVE THE BUILDING FLOOR
GRADE
The City Manager noted this item was recommended for denial by the Planning
Commission at its November 10, 1988, meeting. At this time the applicant
requested the Planning Commission not to refer the item to the City Council,
which would allow the applicant time to submit additional information. The
Planning Commission did recommend Planning Commission Application No. 88018 be
submitted to the City Council for denial at its December 8, 1988, meeting.
The Director of Planning & Inspection referred the Mayor and City Councilmembers
to pages one through three of the November 10, 1988, Planning Commission minutes
and page five of the December 8, 1988, Planning Commission minutes. He went on
to briefly review the application and noted the Planning Commission did
recommend denial of this application, citing the following findings as the basis
for denial:
1. The proposed sign was fabricated and erected in error without a proper
permit. The City, therefore, accepts no responsibility for the lost
value of the sign, nor any responsibility for erecting the sign without
a permit.
2. There is no access to the industrial buildings along the south side of
69th Avenue North. There is, therefore, no need to communicate a
message to those driving along 69th Avenue North for directional
purposes.
3. The proposed sign would constitute an unnecessary intrusion into the
visual environment of the residential neighborhood north of 69th Avenue
North.
4. A sign not more than 5 feet high is very readable to people on the
property looking for a given business on the premises.
5. The Packaging Plus, Inc, business at 6800 Shingle Creek Parkway is not
a unique sort of business relative to other businesses located in the
buildings adjacent to 69th Avenue North.
6. The Standards for a Sign Variance contained in Section 34 -180 are not
met in this situation. (For a variance to be granted, all standards
must be met and are not met in this case).
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Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Planning
Commission Application No. 88018 submitted by Packaging Plus, Inc. requesting
variance approval from City Council Resolution No. 77 -67, which governs wall
signery along he north walls o
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allow wall signs not more than 11 feet above the building floor grade. He
inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak at the public hearing.
No requested to speak, and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing.
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
close the public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 88018. The
motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis
to deny Planning Commission Application No. 88018, citing the six findings as
listed above by the Director of Planning and Inspection, as the basis for
denial. The motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Scott inquired if all signs in this area are in compliance with
the resolution. The Director of Planning and Inspection stated he believes all
the signs are correct, but he will have a code enforcement officer check this
out. He noted the resolution pertains only to the north walls of these
buildings.
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 88023 SUBMITTED BY GARY PRZYMUS REQUESTING
SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPROVAL TO CONDUCT A REUPHOLSTERING BUSINESS OUT OF THE
GARAGE OF THE RESIDENCE AT 7012 REGENT AVENUE NORTH
The City Manager noted this item was recommended for approval by the Planning
Commission at its December 8, 1988, meeting. The Director of Planning and
Inspection referred the Council to pages one and two of the December 8, 1988,
Planning Commission minutes. He went on to briefly review the application and
noted the Planning Commission recommended approval of the application subject to
seven conditions which he reviewed for the Council.
Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Planning
Commission Application No. 88023 submitted by Gary Przymus requesting special
use permit approval to conduct a reupholstering business out of the garage of
the residence at 7012 Regent Avenue North. He inquired if there was anyone
present 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. 88023. The
motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Lhotka inquired of the applicant how long he had been operating in
his home. Mr. Przymus stated he has been operating his business for
approximately one year. Councilmember Lhotka inquired if this is the main
occupation for Mr. Przymus. Mr. Przymus responded affirmatively. Councilmember
Lhotka inquired how many days a week Mr. Przymus does reupholstering. Mr.
Przymus stated he generally operates his business Monday through Saturday.
Councilmember Lhotka inquired how long Mr. Przymus foresees himself operating
his business out of his garage. Mr. Przymus stated he believes it would be two
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to three years before his business would be large enough to allow him to rent
space elsewhere. Councilmember Lhotka inquired if Mr. Przymus would have any
objections to the addition of a new condition which would note the hours of
operation as Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m, to 5 p.m., with no work allowed on
Sunday. Mr. Przymus stated he would have no objections to this condition.
There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
approve Planning Commission Application No. 88023 subject to the following
conditions:
1. The special use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances
and regulations and any violation thereof shall be grounds for
revocation.
2. The special use permit is issued to the applicant as operator and is
nontransferable.
3. Noise from the operation of the home occupation shall not emanate
beyond the property lines of the premises.
4. A fire extinguisher shall be kept in the garage for safety purposes.
5. The home occupation is deemed to be incidental and secondary to the
residential use of the premises. It is noted that the home occupation
is conducted in a tuck -under garage, not a separate building.
6. When stored on site, materials and furniture accessory to the home
occupation shall be stored indoors. No outside storage is permitted.
7. Approval of the special use permit in no way implies exemption from the
recently adopted restrictions on the parking and storage of certain
vehicles in residential zoning districts which becomes effective June
1, 1989.
8. The hours for operating the home occupation shall generally be 8 a.m.
to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The home occupation shall not be
conducted on Sunday.
The motion passed unanimously.
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 88024 SUBMITTED BY SHINGLE CREEK LAND
COMPANY REQUESTING PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL TO RESUBDIVIDE INTO FIVE LOTS THE
VACANT LAND NORTH OF I -94 BETWEEN JAMES CIRCLE AND HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH
The City Manager noted this item was recommended for approval by the Planning
Commission at its December 8, 1988, meeting. The Director of Planning and
Inspection referred the Mayor and Councilmembers to pages two and three of the
December 8, 1988, Planning Commission minutes. He went on to briefly review the
application and the five conditions recommended for approval of this
application.
Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Planning
Commission Application No. 88024 submitted by Shingle Creek Land Company
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requesting preliminary plat approval to resubdivide into five lots the vacant
land north of I -94 between James Circle and Humboldt Avenue North. He inquired
if there was anyone present 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 Hawes to
close the public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 88024. The
motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
approve Planning Commission Application No. 88024 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 requirements of Chapter 15 of the City
Ordinances.
3. The drainage plan for the plat shall be reviewed and approved by the
West Mississippi Watershed Commission prior to final plat approval.
4. The owner of the property shall execute an easement to protect the
ponding area and the overflow Swale on Lot 3, Block 2 prior to final
plat approval.
5. The owner shall execute, prior to final plat approval, a Subdivision
Agreement covering at least the following items:
a) Submission of a subdivision bond to insure completion of required
improvements within public right -of -way.
b) Construction of Irving Avenue North and 64th Avenue North including
storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water mains, sidewalk, curb and gutter
and street paving.
c) A maintenance and inspection agreement for the drainage system.
d) A hook -up agreement for the water main.
e) Limitation on sanitary sewer flow generated by development within
the plat.
The motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes
granting approval of the final plat and subdivision agreement. The motion
passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott
to approve for first reading An Ordinance Vacating Part of a Utility Easement in
Lot 3, Block 1, Richardson Addition and setting a public hearing date for
January 23, 1989, at 7:30 p.m. The motion passed unanimously.
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There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
approve for first reading An Ordinance Vacating the Street Easement in Tract D,
Registered Land Survey No. 1482 and setting a public hearing date for January
23, 1989, at 7:30 p.m. The motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Lhotka stated at another Council meeting he would like to review
the City's policy on approving preliminary and final plats at the same time.
RECESS
The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:24 p.m. and reconvened at 8 :37
P.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO 88025 SUBMITTED BY BRUCE NEILSON REQUESTING
SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPROVAL TO CONDUCT AN ENTERTAINMENT AGENCY AS A HOME
OCCUPATION WITH ONE NONRESIDENT EMPLOYEE IN THE LOWER LEVEL OF THE RESIDENCE AT
3801 53RD AVENUE NORTH
The City Manager noted this item was recommended for approval by the Planning
Commission at its December 8, 1988, meeting. The Director of Planning and
j Inspection referred the Mayor and Councilmembers to pages four and five of the
December 8, 1988, Planning Commission minutes. He went on to briefly review the
application and six conditions recommended for approval of this application.
Councilmember Hawes stated he believes the sign which is currently on the
premises exceeds the square footage allowed for home occupation signs.
Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Planning
Commission Application No. 88025 submitted by Bruce Neilson requesting special
use permit approval to conduct an entertainment agency as a home occupation with
one nonresident employee in the lower level of the residence at 3801 53rd Avenue
North. He inquired if there was anyone present 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 b y Councilmember Hawes to
close the public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 88025. The
motion passed unanimously.
A brief discussion then ensued regarding the types of rehearsals which are held
at the home, and Mr. Neilson stated there are usually only vocal rehearsals in
the home which would involve four to six singers and a piano player.
Councilmember Lhotka stated if Mr. Neilson has a successful business, he would
prefer to see him operate it somewhere besides his home.
A brief discussion then ensued regarding the hours of operation for this home
occupation, and it was decided to add these as a condition to approval.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
approve Planning Commission Application No. 88025 subject to the following
conditions:
1. The special use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances
and regulations and any violation thereof shall be grounds for
revocation.
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2. The special use permit is issued to the applicant as operator and is
nontransferable.
3. All parking associated with the home occupation shall be off - street on
improved space provided by the applicant.
4. Special use permit approval acknowledges employment on the premises of
one nonresident employee.
5. Customers shall be served on an appointment -only basis. The applicant
shall make no appeals through signery for walk -in traffic from the
neighborhood.
6. Approval of the special use permit in no way implies exemption from the
recently adopted restrictions on the parking and storage of certain
vehicles in residential zoning districts which becomes effective June
1, 1989.
7. The hours for operating the home occupation shall generally be 9 a.m.
to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The home occupation shall not
be conducted on Sunday.
The motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION ITEM
IRS SECTION 89 COMPLIANCE
The Finance Director stated Section 89 of the IRS Code sets forth basic
qualification standards and nondiscrimination tests with which certain types of
employer- sponsored health and welfare benefit plans must comply. He noted the
standards are very complex and the penalties very high for noncompliance. He
explained the minimum fee to have our programs reviewed would be $2,000, and the
remainder of the fee is based on the number of employees and the number of plans
in use. He stated he is anticipating the report to cost between $4,000 and
$6,000.
There was a motion b Councilmember Lhotka and seconded onded b Y Councilmember lmember Theis
authorizing City ity Manager to enter into an agreement with Moore, Costello and
Hart and D.C.A., Inc. for professional services in connection with Section 89
compliance and authorizing the expenditure of funds from the City Council
professional services account within the 1989 general fund budget for the
professional services. The motion passed unanimously.
ON -SALE CLUB LICENSE
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis
to approve the on -sale club liquor license for the Brooklyn Center American
Legion Club No. 630. The motion passed unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mayor Nyquist stated he would like to thank Councilmember Theis for his seven
years of service on the Council.
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Councilmember Lhotka stated he was not pleased with the article prepared by the
POST newspaper reporter. He stated it appears she printed some of her
information out of context. Councilmember Scott stated she was quite upset with
regards to the article and noted some of the statements were quite changed. She'
added the reporter will not get any direct quotes from her again.
ADJOURNMENT
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City
Council adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
City Clerk Mayor
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