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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984 01-09 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 JANUARY 9, 1984 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:00 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, Director of Finance Paul Holmlund, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, Assistant City Engineer Jim Grube, and Administrative Assistants Brad Hoffman and Tom Rublitz. TN`TOCATTON The invocation was offered by Pastor Dick Rabine of the Brookdale Covenant Church. Mayor Nyquist stated he was pleased to have Pastor Rabine present the first invocation of the year, and noted Pastor Rabine's leadership in the community, including his recent election as President of the Rotary. APPROITAL OF MTM117FS - DFCFMPFR 19, 1983 Councilmember Lhotka noted that on page 4 of the minutes of December 19, 1983, the record shows that Councilmember Hawes voted for approval of the December 5, 1983 minutes. Councilmember Lhotka noted that Councilmember Hawes was not present at the December 5, 1983 meeting, and requested that the record reflect this. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to approve the minutes of the City Council meeting of December 19, 1983 as corrected. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed. Councilmember Hawes and Councilmember Scott abstained from the vote as they were not present at the December 19, 1983 meeting. FMPLOYFE SERVICE, RECOGNITION PROGRAM The City Manager announced that this evening is the fifth annual presentation by the City Council of service awards to City employees to recognize their years of service to the City. He added that recognition is to be given tonight to those employees who during 1989 observed the anniversary of either 20, 25, or 30 years of permanent full - time employment with the City. The Director of Finance introduced Mr. Gary Giving, Engineering Technician and member of the Volunteer Fire Department, and noted that Mr. Giving was receiving an award this evening for 20 years of full -time employment with the City. The Director of Finance noted that Mr. LeRoy Christenson, a Police Officer with the City and Mr. Herbert Dahmen with the City's Park Maintenance Department, also are to receive awards for 20 years of service with the City but were unable to attend the meeting this evening. The Director of Finance then announced that it was his pleasure to introduce Mrs. Jean Champlin, Chief Accountant for the Finance Department, who is being honored 1 -9 -84 -1- this evening for 25 years of service with the City. The Director of Finance then introduced Mr. Richard Jennrich, Equipment Operator in the City's Street Department, and announced that Mr. Jennrich was being honored this evening for 30 years of full -time employment with the City. The Director of Finance then introduced Mr. Henry Davis, Superintendent of Streets and Parks, and noted that Mr. Davis was being honored this evening for 30 years of full -time employment with the City, and also noted that Mr. Davis' actual years of employment with the City totaled 32. City Council members congratulated each of the individuals recognized by the Employee Service Recognition Program, and Mayor Nyquist entertained a motion to adjourn the 1983 Council for a short reception for the employees recognized this evening. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to adjourn the 1983 Brooklyn Center City Council. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. The 1983 Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 7:20 p.m. OATH OF OFFTCF The City Manager administered the oath of office to Councilmember Celia Scott and Mayor Dean Nyquist. Councilmember Scott and Mayor Nyquist then took their places at the Council table. CALL TO ORDER The 1984 Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:35 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, Director of Finance Paul Holmlund, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, Assistant City Fngineer Jim Grube, and Administrative Assistants Brad Hoffman and Tom Bublitz. OPEN FORUM Mayor Nyquist noted he had not received any requests to use the Open Forum session this evening. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. There being none, he proceeded with the regular agenda items. SELECTTON OF MAYOR PRO TEM There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Theis to appoint Councilmember Scott as Mayor Pro tem for 1984. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Nyquist inquired if any Council members desired any items removed from the Consent Agenda. The City Manager requested that items 17b and 17c be removed from the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Hawes requested items 17a and 17e from the Consent Agenda, and Councilmember Lhotka requested item 13c removed from the Consent Agenda. 1 -9 -84 -2- MAYORAL APPOTNTMFNTS There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to approve the following appointments: a. Planning Commission. Reappointment of Planning Commission members Molly Malecki, Nancy Manson, and Carl Sandstrom for a two year term. Appointment of Michael Nelson to serve the unexpired term of Mr. Donald Versteeg. b. Park & Recreation Commission. Reappointment of Michael Streitz and Don Peterson for three terms. c. Housing Commission. Reappointment of Phyllis Plummer to a three year • term. Appointments of Ken Felger, Donald Lawrence, and Mrs. Barbara Sorenson for three year terms. Mr. Felger is to complete the term of Karen Duenow which expires December 31, 1984. Mr. Lawrence is to complete the term of Reverend Bob Cilke which expires on December 31, 1984. Mrs. Sorenson was appointed to a three year term. d. Conservation Commission. Reappointment of Mr. Jay Jacobson to a three year term. e. Traffic Safety Committee. Reappointment of Mr. Phil Cohen, Bill Suits, Jim Sandberg, Don Dennis, Dan Raustadt, and Arnold Foslien for three year terms. f. Weed Inspector. Mr. Brad Hoffman. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. DFSTGNATTON OF OFFICIAL NEWSPAPFR There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to designate the Brooklyn Center Post as the City's official newspaper. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS RFSOLUTTON NO. 84 -1 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION FXPRFSSTNG OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF MS. VICKI DFNISSFN The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Rill Hawes, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof : Dean Nyquist, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RFSOLUTTON NO. 84 -2 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RFSOLUTTON AUTHORIZING THE INCLUSION OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS UNDER MINNESOTA WORKFRS' COMPENSATION COVERAGE 1 -9 -84 -3- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bill Hawes, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 84 -3 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RFSOLUTTON REGARDING MAYOR NYOUTST'S 1984 SALARY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bill Hawes, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTTON NO. 84 -4 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RFSOLUTION DTRFCTTNG THE TRANSFER OF PERFORMANCE DEPOSITS FROM THE INVESTMENT TRUST FUND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bill Hawes, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. LTCF.NSFS There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to approve the following list of licenses: POWLING ALLEY LICENSE Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Ave. N. Lynbrook Bowl, Tnc. 6357 N. Lilac Dr. CIGARETTE LTCFNSE Advanced Carter Company 850 Decatur Ave. N. P.C. Liquor Store #1 6800 Humboldt Ave. N. B.C. Liquor Store #2 6150 Brooklyn Blvd. P.C. Liquor Store #3 5711 Morgan Ave. N. Denny's Restaurant 3901 Lakebreeze Ave. N. Red Lobster 7235 Brooklyn Blvd. Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Ave. N. Brookdale Cinema 5801 John Martin Dr. Brookdale Ford Inc. 2500 County Rd. 10 Canteen Co. of MN 6300 Penn Ave. S. FMC 1800 Freeway Blvd. Tten Chevrolet 6701 Brooklyn Blvd. M.T.C. 6845 Shingle Cr. Pkwy. Chucks 0. 1505 69th Ave. N. Consumer Vending 2828 Lyndale Ave. S. 1 -9 -84 -4- Pridgeman's 6201 Brooklyn Blvd. Dahlco Music & Vending 119 State St. Ground Round Restaurant 2545 County Rd. 10 Holiday Tnn Gift Shop 1501 Freeway Blvd. Tnter City Oil 6300 Brooklyn Blvd. Tnterstate United 1091 Pierce Butler Rte. Ault, Tnc. 1600 Freeway Blvd. State Farm Tnsurance 5940 Shingle Cr. Pkwy. Jerry's Super Value 5801 Xerxes Ave. N. w -Mart 5930 Earle Br. Dr. Lynbrook Bowl, Tnc. 6357 N. Lilac Dr. Miernik Vending 7258 Commerce Cir. E. Prookdale Towers 2810 County Rd. 10 Hiawatha Rubber 1700 67th Ave. N. The Pipeseller Prookdale Center 7- Fleven Food Stores 1500 69th Ave. N. Sinclair Station 6601 Lyndale Ave. N. Super America 6545 W. River Rd. Super America 1901 57th Ave. N. Theisen Vending 3804 Nicollet Ave. S. Chuck Muer's 2101 Freeway Blvd. T. Wrights 5800 Shingle Cr. Pkwy. Thrifty Scot 6445 James Cir. N. Pill West 76 Station 2000 57th Ave. N. Twin City Novelty 9449 Penn Ave. S. Chuck Wagon Tnn 5720 Morgan Ave. N. GASOLINE SFRVTCF STATTON LICENSE Chuck's 0. 1505 69th Ave. N. Davies Water Equipment 4010 Lakebreeze Ave. N. Humboldt Avenue Service 6840 Humboldt Ave. N. Tnter City Oil 6300 Brooklyn Blvd. Plum Company 6840 Shingle Cr. Pkwy. 7- Eleven Food Stores 1500 69th Ave. N. Sinclair Station 6501 Lyndale Ave. N. Super America 6545 W. River Rd. Super America 1901 57th Ave. N. Wes' Standard Service 6044 Brooklyn Blvd. LODGTNG ESTAPLTSHMENT LTCFNSE Brookdale Motel 6500 Lyndale Ave. N. OFF -SALE NONTNTOXICATTNG LIQUOR LICENSE P.C. Country Boy 4401 69th Ave. N. Brooks Superette 6804 Humboldt Ave. N. Country Club 5715 Morgan Ave. N. Denne's Market 6912 Brooklyn Blvd. Jerry's Super Value 5801 Xerxes Ave. N. 7- Fleven Food Stores 1500 69th Ave. N. Super America 6545 W. River Rd. Super America 1901 57th Ave. N. 1 -9 -84 -5- POOL & BTLLTARD TABLE LTCENSF Advance Carter Company 850 Decatur Ave. N. B.C. Community Center 6301 Shingle Cr. Pkwy. Lynbrook Bowl, Tnc. 6357 N. Lilac Dr. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS Councilmember Lhotka stated he would like to defer action on the Human Rights Commission appointment until such time as the Council discussed the future role of City Commissions. Councilmember Lhotka then made a motion to defer, until the next Council meeting, the appointment to the Human Rights Commission. Mayor Nyquist stated that he now has someone that is ready to serve in that position and would have to oppose the motion. The motion died for lack of a second. There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to appoint Ms. Rosemary Kieselhorst to the Brooklyn Center Human Rights Commission to a term of three years. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmember Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: Councilmember Lhotka. The motion passed. FTNAL PLAT - TFNNIS ACRES IT (PLANNING COMMTSSTON APPLICATION NO. 83052) The Director of Public Works recommended to the City Council that the final plat for Tennis Acres II and An Ordinance Vacating Grimes Avenue North within Dale and Davies 2nd Addition and that Portion of Lakeside Avenue North Easterly of Indiana Avenue North be deferred until the next Council meeting in order to allow staff to complete the negotiations with the developer. There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to table consideration of the final plat for Tennis Acres II until the January 23, 1984 City Council meeting. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. RFSOLUTTONS (COMTINUED) The City Manager introduced a Resolution Designating Depositories of City Funds. Councilmember Hawes inquired as to the procedure for determining the amount of deposits in each bank. The Director of Finance replied that he has discretion to determine the deposit amounts in each bank. RESOLUTION NO. 84 -5 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DFSIGNATTMG DFPOSTTORIFS OF CTTY FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTTON NO. 84 -6 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 1 -9 -84 -6- RESOLUTION DESIGNATING REPRFSFNTATII /F AND ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ASSOCIATT_ON OF METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITIES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Rich Theis, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 84 -7 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DIRECTOR AND ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Rich Theis, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. The City Manager introduced a Resolution Designating Insurance Agent for the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) Policies. Councilmember Hawes inquired as to how the agent for the City was chosen. The Director of Finance explained that the agent has been with the City for approximately seven years, and has done a satisfactory job for the City during that time. RESOLUTION NO. 84 -8 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING INSURANCE AGENT FOR THE LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES INSURANCE TRUST (LMCTT) POLICIES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. PUBLTC HEARING ON AN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BOND PROPOSAL FOR BROOKDALE II LTMTTFD PARTNERSHIP RYAN CONSTRUCTION The City Manager explained that the public hearing for the Industrial Development Revenue Bond Proposal for Brookdale II was deferred at the last Council meeting in 1989 at the request of the applicant. He explained the project comprehends Phase II of the Brookdale Corporate Center. Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Industrial Development Revenue Bond Proposal for Brookdale II Limited Partnership (Ryan Construction). He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak at the public hearing. No one from the audience appeared to speak and Mayor Nyquist recognized Administrative Assistant Hoffman who reviewed the project, and explained that the Brookdale II Corporate Center will generate approximately 235 jobs in the City. He added that the documents for the Industrial Development Revenue Bond Proposal had been reviewed by the City attorney's office and the 1 -9 -84 -7- project is consistent with the City's policy in issuing IRB's. He added that present this evening are Mr. Len Champers of Juran & Moody and Mr. Pat Ryan of Ryan Construction. Councilmember Scott inquired as to the occupancy rate of the first phase of the Rrookdale Corporate Center. Mr. Ryan explained that Phase I is 81% occupied and that they would be looking to Phase II when the occupancy in Phase I reaches 85 %, hopefully, by June of 1984. Councilmember Theis inquired of Administrative Assistant Hoffman the total amount of Industrial Development Revenue Bonds that are currently out. Administrative Assistant Hoffman stated that he could only give a rough estimate but that he believed approximately 60 million dollars in IDR's are currently out. Mr. Pat Ryan explained that the Brookdale Corporate Center is a joint venture with Northwestern National Life Insurance Company and NWNL guarantees the bonds. Administrative Assistant Hoffman pointed out that Ryan Construction's Phase I was the first public issue done by Brooklyn Center and this issue received a AA rating. 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 Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Theis to close the public hearing on An Industrial Development Revenue Bond Proposal for Prookdale IT Limited Partnership (Ryan Construction). Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. RFSOLUTION NO. 84 -9 Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DFTFRMTNTNG TO PROCEED WITH A PROJECT AND ITS FINANCING UNDER THE MTNNFSOTA MUNICIPAL INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ACT; REFERRING THE PROPOSAL TO THE MTNNFSOTA FNFRGY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR APPROVAL AND AUTHORIZING PREPARATION OF NECESSARY DOCUMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: Gene Lhotka, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. GAMBLING LICENSE FOR BROOKLYN CENTER BABE RUTH LEAGUE, INC. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to approve an application for a Class A gambling license for the Brooklyn Center Babe Ruth League, Inc. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Theis to approve the waiver of the $10,000 fidelity bond for the Brooklyn Center Babe Ruth League, Inc. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. 1 -9 -84 -8- GAMBLING LICENSE FOR ORCHARD LANE PTA There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve an application for a Class A gambling license for the Orchard Lane PTA. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to approve the waiver of the $10,000 fidelity bond for the Orchard Lane PTA. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS REVIEW OF 1984 CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM The Director of Public Works proceeded to review the proposed construction projects to be considered in 1984. He explained the projects have been initiated in response to petitions from property owners or developers, by inclusion in the City's five year Municipal State Aid Program or Capital Improvement Programs, or represent projects funded by state and /or federal grants. The first project reviewed by the Director of Public Works was the maintenance yard /Evergreen Area Development. The City Manager pointed out that the City has made initial contact with school officials regarding the funding for the school parking lot and access to Dupont Avenue. He added that the design also separates automobile traffic from bus traffic, thereby improving safety in the Evergreen school area. The Director of Public Works proceeded to review the parking lot design proposed for the Evergreen Park school. The City Manager explained the staff is not requesting approval by the Council for the proposed program, but at this point is requesting input from the Council if they desire anything changed or added to the program. Mayor Nyquist noted that the time for the public hearing on the ordinances had arrived, and deferred discussion of the public works program until later in the meeting. AN ORDINANCE VACATING GRIMES AVENUE NORTH WITHIN DALE AND DAVIES 2ND ADDITION AND THAT PORTTON OF LAKF,STDF AVENUE NORTH EASTERLY OF INDIANA AVENUE NORTH Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Ordinance Vacating Grimes Avenue North within Dale and Davies 2nd Addition and that Portion of Lakeside Avenue North Easterly of Indiana Avenue North. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak at the public hearing. The City Manager stated that the staff recommends deferring action on this ordinance until the next regularly scheduled Council meeting to allow the staff time to complete negotiations with the developer. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to table consideration of An Ordinance Vacating Grimes Avenue North within Dale and Davies 2nd Addition and that Portion of Lakeside Avenue North Easterly of Indiana Avenue North until the regularly scheduled City Council meeting of January 23, 1984. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. .AN ORDTNANCF AMFNDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE A PARKING RFOUTRFMENT FOR RACOUFT AND SWIM CLUBS 1 -9 -84 -9- The City Manager explained that the ordinance is offered for a second reading this evening and that a public hearing has been scheduled for 8:00 p.m. He noted the ordinance was first read on November 21, 1983, and was published in the official newspaper on December 1, 1983. He explained the public hearing on the ordinance was scheduled for the December 19, 1983 meeting, but because of the absence of two j Council members the ordinance could not be voted upon. Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances to Provide a Parking Requirement for Racquet and Swim Clubs and inquired if there was anyone 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 Theis and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to close the public hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances to Provide a Parking Requirement for Racquet and Swim Clubs. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 84 -1 Member Celia Scott introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE A PARKING RFQUIRFMFNT FOR RACOUFT AND SWIM CLUBS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said ordinance was declared duly passed and adopted. AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF A UTILITY AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT ON LOT 18 AND LOT 19, BLOCK 3, BF,RGSTROM'S LYNSIDE MANOR The City Manager explained the ordinance is offered for a second reading and provides for vacation of a portion of the easements at 6300 Perry Avenue and 4810 63rd Avenue upon which was constructed a garage for 6306 Perry Avenue. He explained the ordinance is the final step in the exchange of land for Brad Kmetz under Planning Commission Application No. 83053, and stated a public hearing for the ordinance was scheduled for the December 19, 1983 meeting, but because of the absence of two Council members, the ordinance could not be acted upon at that meeting and was continued to this evening's meeting. The Director of Public Works reviewed the plat of the area proposed for the vacation, and explained that the parties have completed the land exchange. He added that utility companies have no objection to the change. Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Ordinance Vacating a Portion of a Drainage and Utility Easement on Lot 18 and Lot 19, Block 3, Bergstrom's Lynside Manor, and inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak at the public hearing. No one appeared to speak and he entertained amotion to close the public hearing. 1 -9 -84 -10- There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to close the public hearing on An Ordinance Vacating a Portion of a Drainage and Utility Fasement on Lot 18 and Lot 19, Block 3, Bergstom's Lynside Manor. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE. NO. 84 -2 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT ON LOT 18 AND LOT 19, BLOCK 3, BERGSTROM'S LYNSIDE MANOR The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Rich Theis, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. DISCUSSION ITFMS (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION ITEM PROPOSED 1984 PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM The Director of Public Works reviewed the Street Improvement Project proposed for 1984, and invited questions and comments from the Council. Councilmember Lhotka inquired whether the developer would pay for the construction of the median opening and turn lanes for the Ramada Hotel access. The Director of Public Works explained that this work would be done at Ramada I s cost and is included in the subdivision agreement for the project. With regard to the France Avenue reconstruction from the south limits to 50th Avenue, Councilmember Scott suggested a possibility of using rolled asphalt curb and gutter from the railroad tracks to T. H. 100, since the state is not certain of its plans for the highway in this area. The Director of Public Works noted that this was a good suggestion, and added that the staff will explore this option. The Director of Public Works then requested additional direction from the Council on the reconstruction of France Avenue from the south limits to 50th Avenue. Councilmember Hawes stated that because of the unknowns in the project, he would suggest delaying the project until all information is known. The Director of Public Works inquired whether the Council desired any additional information for this project. There was a general consensus of Council members to have the staff address the project and provide additional information on the project. The Director of Public Works continued his review of the street improvement projects and explained that the staff has proposed a preliminary discussion with St. Alphonsus Church regarding the installation of concrete curb and gutter and the problem of parking on the church side of the street. He then reviewed the Lyndale Avenue street construction project, and noted that the turnback of the street to the City will occur on April 1, 1984. The Director of Public Works then discussed the possibility of constructing a traffic signal on Shingle Creek Parkway at John Martin Drive to provide adequate traffic control in anticipation of the opening of the Byerly's store. He pointed out the question is whether to wait until congestion warrants a traffic signal as per MSA standards or whether to anticipate the traffic from Byerly's. Councilmember Lhotka inquired who would pay for the project. The Director of Public Works 1-9-84 9 84 - 11 - explained that in this case, which involves a public street intersection, the cost would be paid by the City. Councilmember Hawes expressed a concern about the number of signals between County Rd. 10 and Freeway Boulevard. The Director of Public Works explained that more than 50% of the traffic from Byerly's will come off Summit Drive and that the current traffic between 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. shows a congestion in the area already. The City Manager pointed out that Byerly's is a high traffic generator, and that it is not a good practice to direct traffic to a single entrance and exit in this type of development. The Director of Public Works proceeded to review the sanitary sewer system improvements proposed in the 1984 program. He pointed out the projects include a lift station and sanitary sewer for the Ramada Hotel to be paid entirely by the developer. Another project on the program is the installation of lift station telemetry units and standby power additions which involve six locations. He pointed out the Council had previously approved this work. The Director of Public Works then reviewed the water main improvements proposed in the 1984 program. He noted that the repair of service lateral extensions in the south industrial park is part of the 1984 program, and explained that the project involves the proper restraint of dead end services which were incorrectly installed under a 1969 improvement. He explained that approximately 25 to 30 improperly installed laterals exist in scattered areas. The City Manager pointed out that if the breaks occur as a result of the laterals an estimated dollar cost of $5,000 to $6,000 per break can be incurred. The Director of Public Works then reviewed the proposed installation of a monitor /control system for the City's wells and elevated towers, and explained that the City is currently operating on a manual system and that the staff recommends an automated system, which will be more effective overall. The Director of Public Works next reviewed the trail construction projects proposed for 1984 and which included the Palmer Lake West area and Willow Lane area. Councilmember Theis inquired whether the safety for the trail crossing on 69th could be improved if the trail crossing were moved further east on 69th. The Director of Public Works explained that the safety could perhaps be improved but that it is a problem getting people to cross at a crossing if they have to double back on the trail. The City Manager stated eventually the City hopes to put the trail under the bridge in the future. The Director of Public Works added that the staff believed the current placement of the trail is in the best possible location given the existing situation. The Director of Public Works reviewed the proposed improvements for Central Park, including tennis courts and a plaza area, and also the improvements proposed for the City hall entrance. The Director of Public Works concluded his review of 1984 improvement programs by reviewing miscellaneous petitions and construction projects proposed by others. ADJOURNMFNT There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to i I 1 -9 -84 -12- adjourn the meeting. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 9:20 p.m. epu y City Jerk Mayor 1 -9 -84 -13-