HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983 01-10 CCM Regular Session MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY
OF HENNEPIN IN THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
JANUARY 10, 1983
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
The 1982 Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to
order by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:02 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, Director of Planning & Inspection Ron
Warren, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, Assistant City Engineer Jim Grube, and
Administrative Assistant Tom Bublitz.
INVOCATION
The invocation was offered by Councilmember Gene Lhotka.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - DECEMBER 20, 1982, OCTOBER 4, 1982
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
approve the minutes of the City Council meeting of December 20, 1982 as submitted.
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 minutes of the City Council meeting of October 4, 1982 as submitted.
Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting.
against: none. The motion passed. Councilmember Lhotka abstained from the vote
as he was not present at the October 4, 1982 meeting.
EMPLOYEE SERVICE RECOGNITION PROGRAM
The City Manager stated that this is the fourth annual employee recognition night
and that this evening the City would be honoring three employees with 20 years of
service or more. He explained that two members of the Brooklyn Center Police
Department, Police Officer Richard Handy and Police Sergeant Ray Beach are being
honored this evening for 20 years of continuous service with the Police Department.
He also noted that Mr. Eugene Hagel, Parks & Recreation, is being honored this
evening for 25 years of service to the City. The City Manager pointed out that
he believes there is a good balance in the City's work force with regard to employees
with considerable tenure and those employees who are relatively new. He added that
he was pleased to see that everyone could be present this evening to accept their
awards
Mayor Nyquist then proceeded to present the awards. He presented Police Officer
Richard Handy, and Police Sergeant Raymond Beach with an engraved desk set in honor
of their 20 years of service and to Mr. Eugene Hagel, Director of Parks & Recreation,
he presented a plaque in recognition of his 25 years of service to the City.
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PRESENTATION TO BROOKLYN CENTER HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM
Mayor Nyquist noted the Council had passed a resolution commending the Brooklyn
Center High School Football Team as winners of the 1982 State Class A football
championship. He stated that this evening he would like to present the resolution
to the Brooklyn Center High School Football Team. Mayor Nyquist proceeded to
present the resolution of recognition to Mr. Warren Olson and four players from
the high school football team.
PRESENTATION TO MS. VI LEWANDOWSKI
Mayor Nyquist noted that the Council passed a resolution in recognition of Ms.
Lewandowski's contribution of a hand crafted City flag to the City. Mayor Nyquist
thanked Ms. Lewandowski for her gift and presented the resolution of recognition.
ADJOURNMENT OF 1982 CITY COUNCIL
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
adjourn the 1982 Brooklyn Center City Council. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist,
Councilmember Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion
passed unanimously. The 1982 Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 8:11 p.m.
RECESS
The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:11 p.m. and reconvened at 8:35 p.m.
ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE
The City Manager administered the oath of office to Councilmember Gene Lhotka.
CALL TO ORDER 1983 COUNCIL
The Brooklyn Center 1983 City Council met in regular session and was called to
order by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 8:37 p.m.
ROLL CALL 1983 COUNCIL
Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Also present were
City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, Director of Finance
Paul Holmlund, Director of Planning & Inspection Ron Warren, City Attorney Richard
Schieffer, Assistant City Engineer Jim Grube, and Administrative Assistant Tom Bublitz. ,
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 who wished to address
the Council. There being none, he proceeded with the regular agenda items.
SELECTION 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 1983. Voting in favor: Mayor
Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none.
The motion passed unanirdously.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Nyquist inquired if any of the Councilmembers requested any items removed
from the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Hawes requested that items l7b and 17c be
removed from the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Theis requested that item 17h be
removed from the Consent Agenda,
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DESIGNATION OF OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
designate the Brooklyn Center Post as the official newspaper of the City of Brooklyn
Center. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and
Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 83-
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution 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 resolution
was declared duly gassed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 83 -2
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:.
RESOLUTION RELATING TO A PROJECT UNDER THE MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT ACT; CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING THEREON
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. 83 -3
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING REPRESENTATIVE AND ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE TO THE
ASSOCIATION 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. 83 -4
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC
SERVICE OF MRS. DAWN KIEFER
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.
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RESOLUTION NO. 83 -5
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING THE ABATEMENT OF UNSANITARY, UNSAFE, AND HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
EXISTING AT 5006 FRANCE AVENUE NORTH IN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO ENTER AN ORDER WITH RESPECT TO THIS
HAZARDOUS AND DANGEROUS BUILDING
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.
LICENSES
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
approve the following list of licenses:
AMUSEMENT DEVICE - OPERATOR'S LICENSE
T. Wrights 5800 Shingle Cr. Pkwy.
AMUSEMENT DEVICE - VENDOR'S LICENSE
B & K Music & Vending Co. 3420 Nicollet Ave. S.
Theisen Vending Co. 3804 Nicollet Ave. S.
CIGARETTE LICENSE
Ideal Drug 6800 Humboldt Ave. N.
K -Mart 5930 Earle Brown Dr.
The Pipeseller Brookdale Center
Servomation 7490 Central Ave. N.E.
Dayton's Brookdale Center
Earle Brown Office Bldg. 6040 Earle Brown Dr.
Graco
Snyder Brothers Drug Brookdale Center
Betty Varco 974 Rice St. Terrace
Holiday Inn Gift Shop 1501 Freeway Blvd.
Yen Ching Restaurant 5900 Shingle Cr. Pkwy.
COMMERCIAL KENNEL LICENSE
Snyder Brothers Brookdale Center
GASOLINE SERVICE STATION LICENSE
American Bakeries Co. 4215 69th Ave. N.
Brookdale Car Wash 5500 Brooklyn Blvd.
Plum Company 6840 Shingle Cr. Pkwy.
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS LICENSE
Solar SErvices, Inc. 429 Oliver Ave. S.
Valley Air Inc. 7111 W. 126th St.
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LICENSES (CONTINUED)
SIGN HANGER'S LICE14SE
Sign Service, Inc. 1016 N. 5th St.
Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis.
Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS
Conservation Commission. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded
by Councilmember Lhotka to reappoint Mr. Fred Albright as Chairman of the Conservation
Commission for a three year term from 1983 through December 31, 1985. Voting in
favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes', and Theis. Voting
against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
Housing Commission. There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by
Councilmember Lhotka to reappoint Mr. Ray Haroldson and Mr. Ron Turner to the
Brooklyn Center Housing Commission, each for a three year term from 1983 through
December 31, 1985. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott,
Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Nyquist noted that several vacancies exist on City Commissions, including one
on Conservation, one on Housing, two on the Human Rights Commission, one on the Park
& Recreation Commission, and one on the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee.
Traffic Safety Advisory Committee. There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and
seconded by Councilmember Scott to appoint Mr. Phil Cohen as Chairman of the Traffic
Safety Advisory Committee. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka,
Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
Weed Inspector. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Council -
member Theis to appoint Mr. Brad Hoffman as Weed Inspector for the City of Brooklyn
Center for 1983. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott,
Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED)
RESOLUTION NO. 83 -6
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: -
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED UNDER CONTRACT 1982 -A (WELL NO. 6 RECONDITIONING
PROJECT NO. 1982 -01)
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. 83 -7
Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING ADVERTISEMENT FOR ONE (1)
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SIDEWALK PLOW
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
memb2r'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.
The City Manager introduced a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for
Purchase of Reversible Snow Plow. The Director of Public Works explained that the
reversible snow plow was not in the 1983 budget but the recent heavy snow storm
brought to light the need for heavier equipment. He stated the staff believes it
would be advantageous to have a second reversible snow plow for the City and that
there are enough funds in the budget to afford the purchase of a second reversible
plow due to the low bids received on the tandem truck approved in the 1983 budget.
The City Manager explained the funds for the purchase of the reversible snow plow
would`be from the operating account of the Street Division of the Public Works
Department.
RESOLUTION NO. 83 -8
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF REVERSIBLE SNOW PLOW
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 Endorsing Development of Joint Powers
Agency to Function as a Watershed Management Organiz for the Shingle Creek
Watershed.
The Director of Public Works explained that state legislation adopted in 1982
requires that some type of Watershed Management Organization be developed for
state watersheds. He reviewed the City's options which include organizing a
joint powers agreement or having the watershed district organized by Hennepin
County and the State of Minnesota. He proceeded to review for Council members
his memorandum dated January 7, 1983, regarding establishment of a Watershed'
Management Organization. He explained that the City of Brooklyn Center lies
within two secondary watersheds, one being the Shingle Creek Watershed, and the
other the Upper Mississippi River Watershed. He pointed out the two watersheds
do not really have much in common and that an ad hoc group consisting primarily
of City engineers from the various cities in the watersheds has suggested that
the Upper Mississippi River District be exempt from the requirements of the state
law. He explained the resolution before the Council this evening is for the
purpose of approving the formation of the Shingle Creek Watershed as a joint
powers agreement.
The City Manager recommended that, since the Director of Public Works has been
working on the project, his name could be included in the resolution as the City's
representative. The City Council agreed that Mr. Sy Knapp should be the City's
representative in the joint powers group.
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RESOLUTION NO. 83 -9
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ENDORSING DEVELOPMENT OF JOINT POWERS AGENCY TO FUNCTION AS A WATERSHED
k MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION FOR THE SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED
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 sought direction from the Council and.inquired whether the staff
should work to eliminate the Upper Mississippi River District and if unable to
eliminate the district to work to make it part of an existing watershed district.
There was a consensus of agreement among Council members to support the City
Manager's recommendations with regard to the watershed districts.
The City Manager introduced a Resolution Approving Agreement for Professional
Services Relating to Development of a Municipal Golf Course.
The.City Manager stated that, in consideration that the lands located westerly of
Lions' Park may possibly be a future site for a municipal golf course, certain
permits are required from various state and federal agencies in order to develop
the land for that purpose. He stated the resolution before the Council this
evening would provide professional services relating to the development of the
municipal golf course and would utilize the services of a landscape architect to
assist the City staff in preparing the applications for permits from the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers and other agencies with jurisdiction over the project area,
including the Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.`
Councilmember Theis inquired whether the execution of this agreement would commit
the City to a golf course design or whether other types of facilities could be
considered for this parcel of land. The City Manager explained that, to the extent
the Council wishes to continue the development and fill in the site to raise the
land for fairways and _tees, the work is oriented towards the development of a golf
course, but the land could be used for another type of facility and is not committed
to a golf course.
RESOLUTION NO. 83 -10
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RELATING TO DEVELOPMENT
OF A MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE
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.
RESOLUTION NO. 83 -11
Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS IN THE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution 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 resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
The City Manager introduced a Resolution Approving Specifications and Directing
Advertisement for Closed Circuit Television System. Councilmember Theis inquired
whether the bids will allow for cameras to be deleted or added to the system in
the bid documents. The City Manager stated that this would be indicated in the
proposal sheet.
RESOLUTION NO. 83 -12
Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING ADVERTISEMENT FOR CLOSED
CIRCUIT TELEVISION SYSTEM
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.
The City Manager introduced a Resolution Approving Geometric Changes at the
Intersection of Brooklyn.Boulevard and 56th Avenue. He explained the staff is
attempting to get input on the project from the Chamber of Commerce and recommended
the Council table consideration of the resolution until the has provided
input into the proposed changes. Mayor Nyquist suggested that the item also be
added to the agenda of the Traffic Safety Committee.
- PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR KYLAWN PARK WATER MAIN IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 1982 -06 (WATER MAIN CONSTRUCTION THROUGH KYLAWN PARK TO SERVE TWIN
LAKE NORTH APARTMENTS)
The City Manager explained that notices of the public hearing had been sent to
all affected property owners and that the notice was also published in the official
newspaper.
Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on proposed
assessment for Kylawn Park Water Main Improvement Project No. 1982 -06. He 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 Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
close the public hearing on proposed assessment for Kylawn Park Water Main Improve-
ment Project No. 1982 -06. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers- Lhotka,
Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION NO. 83 -13
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT OF IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1982 -06 (WATER MAIN
CONSTRUCTION IN KYLAWN PARK FROM KYLE AVENUE NORTH TO TWIN LAKE NORTH APARTMENTS)
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.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
FRANCE & HIGHWAY 100 STUDY
The City Manager stated that he would like to review the proposed study for the
France & 100 area with the City Council this evening. He stated that if the City
Council has some definite ideas or concerns regarding certain options for the area,
he suggested that this be relayed to the consultant. For example, he pointed out
that if the Council is opposed to any specific type of development in the area,
such as additional apartments, this should be made known to the consultant so that
the plans could be developed accordingly. He added that the staff will return to
the City Council with a specific proposal for the Council to review.
Councilmember Hawes inquired when the current leasor will be moving from the property.
The Director of Planning & Inspection stated that the American Canadian Distribution
Company is currently operating on the site and that fire code inspections have shown
an adequate water supply to the area but other areas still need to be addressed in
order to comply with the fire code., He added that City staff will be meeting with
the manager of the .operation when he returns from vacation and will be discussing
the fire inspection report, among other issues.
The City Manager pointed out the land in question is currently zoned I -1 and that
he would hope the study would provide information to direct and support any change
which would be made.
Councilmember Theis inquired as to the cost of the study. The City Manager explained..
that the study ,would cost approximately $35,000. Councilmember Theis then asked
what benefit the study would have if the developer submitted a plan for an I -use.
He added that the study would not be useful in opposing such a development since
the land is currently zoned I -1. The City Manager explained that the study could
be useful in that special use requirements, and considerations may be brought out
in the study, along with information on traffic analysis and pollution of the area.
Councilmember Theis inquired how much of the study would be addressing traffic and
pollution. The Director of Public Works reviewed the components of one proposal
and explained that approximately one -half the time of tie entire study would be
used to do a basic inventory of the area, including pollution and traffic inventories.
He added that one -half of the proposal would be a land use study and one -half would
be a traffic study. Councilmember Theis stated that he would like to see the study
restricted to a traffic analysis and that he does not see a strong value in the land
use aspect of the study. The City Manager stated that the City would hope to know
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the economics of the area as a result.of the study, and that this could help in
consideration of future development requests. He added that he would not like
to see the economic portion of the study eliminated..
Mayor Nyquist stated that he believes the City should have some type of comprehensive
plan for the area, in light of.the industrial revenue bond philosophy for developmen
The Director of Planning & Inspection stated the study could give assistance to
changing the comprehensive plan. He pointed out that no justification exists
currently to down zone the area and that he believes the study could give justification
for amending the comprehensive plan. He added the study may indicate the comprehensive
plan should be amended.
Councilmember Scott commented that a land use study exists for the area now and that
the study serves no purpose. She added that she believes the conditions in the area
are essentially the same as were present during the original land use study and that
she also believes the consultant did not address the traffic aspect of the study.
satisfactorily. The City Manager stated that this situation could be avoided in a
future study, if more specific instructions are given to the consultant and are
contained in the contract. He added that by believes the request for proposals in
these types of studies is much improved from years ago. Councilmember Scott stated
that she would want this study to benefit the citizens of Brooklyn.Center and not
simply a potential developer of the property.
The City Manager stated that he would like to bring back a work program and contract
for the Council to consider so that they can make a better assessment of the project.
A question was raised by Councilmember Hawes regarding a possible situation where
the consultant's plan may recommend a Cl or C2 zoning and the cunrent owner proposes
an I -1 development. The City Attorney commented that down zoning is based on the
economic effect on property and many conclusions could be reached about the use of
the property. He explained a judge would decide if down zoning would, in fact, deny
the owner of the use of the property.
Councilmember Hawes then commented that he does not believe government should pay
for a study of pollution in the area but that he believes the owner of the property
should pay for this aspect of the study. The Director of Public Works indicated
that the pollution portion of the study would be a collection of existing studies
currently being done by the owner and other agencies and would not involve original
research.
The City Manager explained that he would return to the Council with a specific
proposal for a study of the area.
CONSIDERATION OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH L.E.L.S. LOCAL NO. 82
The City Manager reviewed for Council members the contract agreement worked out
between the City and the Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local No. 82. He explained
the police department contract agreement was resolved at approximately 4:45 p.m.
this afternoon. He added that he would request that the Council authorized the
Mayor and the City Manager to enter into a contract agreement with Local No. 82
and to authorize the changes contained in the contract agreement.
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There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
approve the amendments to the collective bargaining agreement between the City of
Brooklyn Center and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local No. 82, as negotiated
by the City Manager, and to direct the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a
collective bargaining agreement between the City of Brooklyn Center and Law Enforce -
ment Labor Services, Local No. 82. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers
Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed
unanimously.
SINGLE FAMILY MORTGAGE REVENUE BOND PROGRAM
Councilmember Lhotka commented that he was deeply disappointed that none of the
City's local banks participated in the City's single family mortgage revenue bond
program. He added that he would like a letter to go out to the banks and the
Chamber of Commerce expressing disappointment in their lack of participation in
the program.
Mayor Nyquist recognized Mr'. Phil Cohen, who stated to the Council that all the
banks in the area had an opportunity to participate in the program and at the last
minute the banks dropped out. He added that he believes the letter and inquiry
is appropriate. Mayor Nyquist added that he agrees and that the letter should
relay the Council's deep disappointment. There was a general consensus among
Council members to agree to send a letter to the banks and Chamber of Commerce
relaying the Council's disappointment in the banks' lack of participation.
RESOLUTION NO. 83 -14
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION REGARDING MAYOR NYQUIST'S 1983 SALARY
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.
ADJOURNMENT
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
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 8 :55 p.m.
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