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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010 08-09 CCM Study 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 STUDY SESSION AUGUST 9, 2010 CITY HALL — COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Tim Roche (arrived at 6:56 p.m.), Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Public Works Director /City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, Assistant City Manager/Director er /Director of Building and Community Standards Vickie Schleunin , and Y g g g Y Carla Wirth, Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS Councilmember Yelich requested discussion on Item 6d, Resolution Calling for a Public Hearing on Proposed Special Assessments for Delinquent Abatement Removal Costs, and asked if public notice was sent to properties subject to abatement removal costs. City Manager Curt Boganey advised the public hearing date is scheduled for September 13, 2010, and suggested the consent agenda be revised to so indicate. Councilmember Yelich requested discussion on Item 6f, Resolution Establishing Improvement Project No. 2010 -16, Accepting Engineer's Feasibility Report and Authorizing Development of Plans and Specifications, Improvement Project No. 2010 -16, Shingle Creek Restoration Improvements. He stated his support for making this a positive amenity and asked if Wenck has ecologists on staff to provide input. Public Works Director /City Engineer Steve Lillehaug stated they have experts, but he was not sure if they included ecologists. Councilmember Yelich noted the City attempts to save as many trees as possible, so he was concerned about cutting down 30 large mature trees. Mr. Lillehaug stated he also does not support removal of trees to create enhancements like storm water ponds and would be critical of final plans that include such a project. He advised there is an overgrowth of Cottonwoods, that may be the situation with this project, and the Council will be presented the final plans prior to removal of any trees. Councilmember Yelich requested discussion on Item 6g, Resolution Approving Change Order No. 1, Improvement Project No. 2009 -18, Contract 2009 -I, Bass Lake Road Streetscape and Regional Trail Project, and asked what is a "hand hold." Mr. Boganey explained it is a fiber 08/09/10 -1- junction connection or vault to provide access. Councilmember Ryan requested discussion on Items 10a, b, and c, all involving property acquisition for the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and asked if the buildings will be removed if not salvageable, or renovated if the buildings are salva salvageable. Mr. Boganey g � g g Y explained the action tonight will preserve the City's authority to make an offer after it is determined whether the City would like to make an offer based on the value analysis and what best serves the interest of the EDA. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Lasman requested additional enforcement of the j- walking ordinance, especially on Bass Lake Road following the beautification project, to ensure safety. She asked whether signage should be considered. Mr. Boganey noted the design of Bass Lake Road will make j- walking more difficult but if it becomes significant, the City can conduct targeted enforcement since it creates a risk for residents. Councilmember Lasman stated a resident contacted her about a $6.50 water bill increase without an increase in consumption. Following research, Mr. Boganey explained the $6.50 base charge is part of the conservation rate ordinance adopted at the end of last year, modeled after the State standards to encourage people to conserve water with a graduated charge based on consumption. Mr. Boganey explained the rate charge and that it helps cover the "ready to serve" charge of having a water utility system in place to cover certain fixed costs and overhead. Councilmember Lasman stated a resident indicated the new water meter does not indicate how much water has been consumed. Mr. Lillehaug explained that the meter is activated by light and staff can provide the resident with an informational flyer. Councilmember Lasman asked staff to provide information on the draft resolution declaring September as Addiction Recovery Month. Councilmember Yelich extended his family's appreciation to the Council for its display of sympathy during his mother's funeral. Councilmember Yelich mentioned that the Bass Lake Road and Highway 100 overpass bridge deck is deteriorating and asked whether it was a City maintenance issue or the responsibility of Mn/DOT. Mr. Lillehaug advised this was discussed at the last meeting and Mn/DOT has a bridge decking project planned in the next five years, so staff will work with Mn/DOT to address those issues. In response to Councilmember Yelich, Mr. Boganey advised the City's IT staff is investigating the issue of data privacy related to copy machines and he will request an update. Mayor Willson asked for an update on Dupont Avenue. Mr. Lillehaug stated the major work on the north end has begun, the project is behind schedule by 2 -3 weeks, but completion is anticipated on schedule by mid - October to the end of October. Mayor Willson asked if Dupont 08/09/10 -2- Avenue is open to the general public to access the voting precinct. Mr. Boganey answered in the affirmative. Councilmember Ryan asked if the Dupont bridge is closed. Mr. Boganey answered in the affirmative. Mayor Willson stated he gets a lot of calls asking who is paying for the Bass Lake Road project. Mr. Lillehaug advised that the City's website contains information on that project. DISCUSSION OF WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEMS AS TIME PERMITS REGULATION OF TATTOO AND BODY PIERCING ESTABLISHMENTS Mr. Boganey advised the State has adopted a new statute to govern and regulate tattoo and body piercing activities. The City has three options: 1) Get out of the licensing business for this activity; 2) Retain City ordinance and issue establishment licenses; or, 3) A combination of the two by not licensing but continue to control location of the establishments through the zoning ordinance. The Council discussed this matter and noted the City no longer licenses home -based daycares but does the inspection for the State for a fee. Mr. Boganey stated the City probably started regulating tattoo and body piercing establishments due to health and safety concerns. The Council discussed the three options and Mayor Willson and Councilmembers Lasman and Ryan indicated support for Option 3 so the City is able to determine the location. It was noted that the State's requirements are more restrictive than the City's. The Council discussed whether a distance requirement should be established and if the Planning Commission should be asked for a recommendation. Mr. Boganey answered questions of the Council and indicated City staff is qualified to do this licensing and there are no current licenses in effect. He explained the City wants to assure the business is conducted in a safe manner so if there is a complaint, the City has the ability to issue a citation and revoke the license. However, now the State will be able to take this action. Councilmember Yelich indicated that when the State becomes responsible for licensing and setting standards, he wonders if that is a quality program and asked what is its track record for inspections and licensing. Mr. Boganey stated he thinks they will do an adequate job but is unable to give an objective answer since the City does not have much to compare it to since there are no current licenses. Councilmember Yelich indicated support of Option 3. It was the majority consensus of the City Council that the City should divest itself of the expense to license tattoo and body piercing establishments, assuming the State adequately performs this function, but to regulate the location through the Zoning Ordinance. ADJOURN STUDY SESSION TO INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL 08/09/10 -3- Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Study Session at 6:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. RECONVENE WORK SESSION Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to reconvene the Study Session at 6:47 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE DISCUSSION Mr. Boganey introduced the item, noting at the last Study Session meeting, the Centennial Committee Chair provided an update and asked the Council to encourage the Committee's efforts and expedite requests. Mr. Boganey referenced the four requests: 1) Renaming Central Park to Centennial Park; 2) Construction of a Band Shell in Central Park; 3) Cost reductions for use of the Earle Brown Heritage Center; and, 4) Use of the EDA owned 57 and Logan site for a carnival and picnic. Councilmember Roche arrived at 6:56 p.m. The Council discussed the four requests, noting additional information is needed on the cost reduction to use the Earle Brown Heritage Center but precedent existed because the first or second birthday party was held there at a lower fee and the City made up the difference. It was the majority consensus of the City Council that staff provide additional information prior to the Council giving a response. If the majority is inclined to consider providing the Earle Brown Heritage Center at a reduced cost, staff would meet with the Chair to get specific details to determine the amount involved. Staff was also asked to obtain information on the price that the Centennial Committee thinks will entice residents. The Council discussed the request to rename Central Park to Centennial Park and indicated it would like a recommendation from the Park and Recreation Commission. Mr. Boganey explained that the Park and Recreation Commission has not met during the summer and will discuss this matter at its first meeting in September. Discussion was continued to the Work Session. ADJOURN STUDY SESSION TO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adjourn the Study Session at 7:00 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 08/09/10 -4- 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 Study Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on August 9, 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 23, 2010, Regular Session. Aw City Clerk Mayor 08/09/10 -5-