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Home My WebLink About2010 07-26 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 JULY 26, 2010 CITY HALL — COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Informal Open Forum called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 6:46 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Tim Roche, and Dan Ryan. Absent and excused at roll call was Councilmember Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Public Works Director /City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Carla Wirth, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Mayor Tim Willson opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum. No one wished to address the City Council. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 6:47 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Priest Brahmbhatt, BPS Temple, recited a Hindu mantra as the Invocation. 3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 7:01 p.m. 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Tim Roche, and Dan Ryan. Absent and excused at roll call was Councilmember Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Public Works Director /City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Director of Business and 07/26/10 -1- Development Gary Eitel, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Carla Wirth, Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, and the following consent items were approved: 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. July 12, 2010—Study Session 2. July 12, 2010—Regular Session 3. July 12, 2010—Work Session 6b. LICENSES ' GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Brookdale Holiday 5710 Xerxes Avenue N. MECHANICAL AJ Mechanical 341 4th Avenue S., So. St. Paul McChesney Heating &A/C 8201 175th Avenue SE, Becker Modern Heating &A/C 2318 First Street NE, Minneapolis RB Heating &Air 20826 Austin Street NE, Cedar RENTAL—RENTAL STANDARDS PRIOR TO MARCH 6,2010 RENEWAL 5424 Fremont Avenue N. Bill McCrum 142555 th Avenue N. Trung Duong (passed with weather deferral) 7240 West River Road Nedzad Ceric 1316 68th Lane N. Valerie Blount McKissack RENTAL—CURRENT RENTAL STANDARDS INITIAL (TYPE III—one-year license) 5400-02 Russell Avenue N. Tai Pham 6807 Humboldt Avenue N. William &Elsie Lind INITIAL (TYPE II—two-year license) 2841 67th Lane N. Brooke Berner 6919 France Avenue N. Karlene Hermantin RENEWAL (TYPE III—one-year license) 07/26/10 -2- 6813 Humboldt Avenue N. B204 William & Elsie Lind RENEWAL (TYPE I—three-year license) 5212 70th Avenue N. Roland Bell 6813 Humboldt Avenue N. B203 William &Elsie Lind 7208 Perry Court E. Vincent Okonkwo 7193 Unity Avenue N. Mary Turcotte SIGNHANGER Lawrence Sign Co. 945 Pierce Butler Road, St. Paul TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT Brookdale Holiday 5710 Xerxes Avenue N. Brooklyn Center Grill, LLC 2590 Freeway Boulevard 6c. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-99 DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF DISEASED TREES AT CERTAIN PROPERTIES IN BROOKLYN CENTER,MINNESOTA 6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-100 AMENDING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LEVY ROLL NOS. 17591 AND 17592 TO PROVIDE FOR THE DEFERMENT OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS 6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-101 AUTHORIZING THE SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION TO EXCEED THE 2011 ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATING BUDGET LEVY CAP 6f. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-102 AMENDING THE 2010-2024 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 6g. APPROVAL OF FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE VACATING CERTAIN DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS WITHIN LOT 61 AND LOT 62, AUDITORS SUBDIVISION NUMBER 218, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA AND SETTING SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING FOR AUGUST 23, 2010 6h. RESOLUTION NO. 2010-103 ESTABLISHING CITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2010-17, COUNTY ROAD 57 STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS 6i. AMEND 2010 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE TO RESCHEDULE THE AUGUST 2, 2010, BUDGET WORK SESSION TO WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2010 07/26/10 -3- Motion passed unanimously. 7. PRESENTATIONS / PROCLAMATIONS /RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS 7a. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -104 EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE DONATION OF TARGET COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FOR AN $800 GRANT TO BE USED FOR THE PROMOTION OF NATIONAL NIGHT OUT City Manager Curt Boganey introduced the item and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -104 Expressing Appreciation for the Donation of Target Community Partnership for an $800 Grant to be used for the Promotion of National Night Out. Motion passed unanimously. 8. PUBLIC HEARING — None. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS — None. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. RENTAL DWELLING LICENSE APPROVAL FOR PARTIAL OCCUPANCY AT GATEWAY COMMONS - 2818 AND 2822 NORTHWAY DRIVE Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and presented staff's recommendation to approve a rental dwelling license for occupancy of 2818 and 2822 Northway Drive at Gateway Commons. Should these two buildings be approved for occupancy, six additional buildings remain in the renovation project. Councilmember Roche moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to approve a rental dwelling license for partial occupancy at Gateway Commons for building addresses at 2818 and 2822 Northway Drive. Motion passed unanimously. 11. COUNCIL REPORT Mr. Boganey stated he has the distinct pleasure to announce that an offer was made and accepted by Commander Kevin Benner to be Brooklyn Center's Chief of Police. 07/26/10 -4- Councilmember Lasman stated she is happy to hear that Mr. Benner has accepted the position of Chief of Police. She congratulated Police Chief Benner and stated she looks forward to working with him. She reported on her attendance at the following: • July 15, 2010, Twin Lake Park neighborhood meeting, which was a wonderful evening at a beautiful park, and well attended. She stated this is a good program that was initiated by the Police Department. • July 19, 2010, Budget Work Session with the Finance Commission. Councilmember Lasman reminded all of the August 2, 2010, National Night Out Kick Off at Central Park, from 6 -8 p.m. and reviewed events and entertainment that will be held. She stated that on August 3, 2010, the Neighborhood Watch Programs will celebrate, so it is a good time to consider forming a Watch Program if your neighborhood does not yet have one. Councilmember Roche reported on his attendance at the following: • July 15, 2010, Twin Lake Park neighborhood meeting that enjoyed nice weather and was a great setting with many park activities occurring. Councilmember Roche stated the National Night Out Kick Off party will be held behind the Civic Center in Central Park, the admission, food, and entertainment are free. He pointed out that there is a lot to celebrate in Brooklyn Center. Councilmember Roche stated it is nice to have Police Chief Benner accept the position because he is a great asset to the Department and community. With regard to the upcoming Centennial Celebration, Councilmember Roche provided an update on opportunities to volunteer, contribute, and the contact information. He reported the Housing Commission is creating welcome bags for new residents that will also be at the National Night Out. Councilmember Ryan reported on his attendance at the following: • July 15, 2010, the third of four area meetings at Twin Lake Park, which was a beautiful location and Acting Police Chief Benner had presided. He stated these meetings have become a feature and great success when residents can learn what is going on in the City and their neighborhoods, and ask questions of staff. In addition, they are important for building cooperative relationships within the community, such as the Neighborhood Watch program. • July 19, 2010, Joint City Council and Financial Commission Work Session. Councilmember Ryan congratulated Kevin Benner on his appointment as Chief of Police and stated he is confident Police Chief Benner will continue his great work for the City. Councilmember Ryan stated the August 2, 2010, National Night out will be the City's 15 observance of that event. He reminded all that a week after National Night Out, the primary for local and State elections will occur, absentee ballots are available, and encouraged all to participate. Mayor Willson reported on his attendance at the following: • July 15, 2010, Twin Lake Park neighborhood meeting. • July 19, 2010, Joint Work Session with the Financial Commission. 07/26/10 -5- Mayor Willson encouraged all to participate in the August 2, 2010, National Night Out Kick Off and August 3, 2010, National Night Out events. He emphasized that this Council is committed to its work to oppose crime, which is not acceptable in Brooklyn Center. He noted there was 25% less crime in Brooklyn Center from 2008 to 2009 and that is due, in part, to the cooperative work and scheduling of the Police Department and Fire Department to have officers on the street. However, it is the contribution of all community members that make Brooklyn Center strong and vibrant. Mayor Willson congratulated Commander Benner on his appointment, stating he is an excellent choice for Chief of Police and he is glad that Mr. Benner accepted the position. 12. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 7:15 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 07/26/10 -6- STATE OF MINNESOTA) COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) ss. Certification of Minutes CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER) The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City Clerk of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, certifies: 1. That attached hereto is a full, true, and complete transcript of the minutes of a Regular Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on July 26, 2010. 2. That said meeting was held pursuant to due call and notice thereof and was duly held at Brooklyn Center City Hall. 3. That the City Council adopted said minutes at its August 9, 2010, Regular Session. City Clerk U Mayor 07/26/10 -7-