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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991 01-02 CCP Regular Session CITY COUNCIL AGENDA CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER JANUARY 2, 1991 7 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Invocation 4. Employee Service Recognition Program -This is the 12th annual presentation by the City Council of service awards to City employees to recognize years of service to the City. 5. Approval of Minutes: a. December 18, 1990 - Regular Session 6. Adjourn 1990 Council 7. Administer Oath of Office 8. Call to Order 1991 Council 9. Roll Call 1991 Council 10. Open Forum 11. Select Mayor Pro tem 12. Approval of Consent Agenda -All items listed with an asterisk are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion._ There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda. 13. Mayoral Appointments: *a. Human Rights and Resources Commission *b. Park & Recreation Commission *c. Housing Commission *d. Planning Commission *e. Northwest Hennepin Human Services Advisory Commission *f. Weed Inspection - Brad Hoffman 14. Designate Official Newspaper - Brooklyn Center PostNews *15. Performance Bond Release: a. Learning Tree, 6020 Earle Brown Drive r CITY COUNCIL AGENDA -2- January 2, 1991 16. Resolutions: a. Designating Depositories of City Funds b. Providing for the Issuance and Public Sale of $6,050,000 General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds, Series 1991A of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 17. Discussion Items: a. Humboldt /Camden Task Force b. Appointment Process to Fill Vacant Council Seat C. Joint Powers Agreement - Fire Training Association - Motion to authorize Mayor and City Manager to sign agreement 18. Council Liaison Reports *19. Licenses 20. Adjournment CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER ANNUAL EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION NIGHT CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. JANUARY 2, 1991 1 IERN CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER ANNUAL EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION NIGHT 0 January 2, 1991 Tonight is the twelth annual presentation by the City Council of service awards to City Employees to recognize years of service to the City. Recognition is to be given tonight to those employees who have observed the anniversary of twenty, twenty —five, or thirty —five years permanent full —time employment with the City. The awards are a part of a service recognition program approved by the City Council in 1979. Five persons, who are listed below, will receive awards this evening. EMPLOYEES WITH TWENTY YEARS OF SERVICE II I PAUL MONTEEN Police Captain December 17, 1970 LARRY HANSEN Street Maintenance May 11, 1970 RON PEARSON Police Dispatcher May 6, 1970 EMPLOYEES WITH TWENTY—FIVE YEARS OF SERVICE DAVE WERNER Police Sergeant December 13, 1965 EMPLOYEES WITH THIRTY —FIVE YEARS OF SERVICE BOB CAHLANDER Supervisor of Sreets and Parks Maintenance February 7, 1955 The employees recognized this evening are representative of all City employees who serve their City well. 0 11ER1 LISTING OF ACTIVE CITY EMPLOYEES WITH TWENTY OR MORE YEARS OF SERVICE AS OF JANUARY 2, 1991 -------------------------------------------------------- THIRTY-FIVE OR MORE YEARS OF SERVICE ROBERT CAHLANDER, Supervisor of Streets and Parks (35) THIRTY OR MORE YEARS OF SERVICE JAMES LINDSAY, Chief of Police (31) TWENTY-FIVE OR MORE YEARS OF SERVICE RICHARD SCHWAB, Public Works Supervisor (29) RICHARD HANDY, Police Officer (28) LEROY CHRISTENSON, Police Officer (28) GARY GIVING, Engineering Technician (27) DONALD SOLLARS, Police Sergeant (27) PAUL HOLMLUND, Director of Finance (28) DAVID WERNER, Police Sergeant (25) TWENTY OR MORE YEARS OF SERVICE SCOTT KLINE, Police Captain (24) DONALD SPEHN, Police Officer (24) M. ROBERT HOLMES, Public Works Dispatcher (23) ERLAND SHELLEY, Police Officer (23) GREGORY WEEKS, Police Sergeant (22) AL HARTMANN, Engineering Technician (21) KATHY FLESHER, Recreation Program Supervisor (21) ARNIE MAVIS, Director of Recreation (21) JOHN BENTZEN, Parks Maintenance (21) RON PEARSON Police Dispatcher (20) LARRY HANSEN, Street Maintenance (20) PAUL MONTEEN, Police Captain (20) 1 IER2 Seventy —five employees, of a total of one hundred thirty —nine full —time authorized City Employees, have served the City for more than five years. An analysis of permanent full —time service as of January 2, 1991 follows: Accumulative Employees with 35 or more years service 1 1 Employees with 30 or more years service 1 2 Employees with 25 or more years service 7 9 Employees with 20 or more years service 12 21 Employees with 15 or more years service 17 38 Employees with 10 or more years service 21 59 Employees with 5 or more years service 16 75 Employees with less than 5 years service 64 Total Permanent City Employees 139 EEER3 *� ,5 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 18, 1990 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was. called to order by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Dean Nyquist, Councilmembers Celia Scott, Todd Paulson, Jerry Pedlar, and Philip Cohen. 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, Assistant Finance Director Charlie Hansen, City Assessor Mark Parish, City Engineer Mark Maloney, Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone, and Administrative Aide Patti Page. INVOCATION The invocation was offered by Pastor Al Johnson of Berean Free Church. OPEN FORUM Mayor Nyquist recognized Carol Stauber, 7115 Palmer Lake Circle. Ms. Stauber stated she had a number of questions she wished to ask the Council. She inquired who was calling for the widening of 69th Avenue. She inquired what type of tree conservation program the City has in place. She noted when one tree is removed, two trees should be planted in its place. She added more trees and bushes native to Minnesota should be planted. She inquired why the City is removing dead trees from the Palmer Lake nature area and noted nature should take its course with these trees. She explained many species need dead trees for its habitat. Ms. Stauber continued to note her various concerns pertaining to the Palmer Lake nature area and other natural areas within the City. She inquired why Brooklyn Center is not a member of the coalition for the environment. The City Manager stated he had recently prepared a response to a letter he received from Ms. Stauber addressing some of these issues. He noted in his letter he has suggested a meeting between Ms. Stauber, Sy Knapp, and himself to discuss her concerns. Councilmember Cohen noted in the proposed 1991 budget, the staff is making an attempt to address the issues of the urban forest. He noted, however, many citizens attending these budget hearings feel this is an area that should not be implemented so that money can be saved. He noted he would appreciate receiving a copy of the information Ms. Stauber has regarding trees and bushes appropriate for the nature area. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Nyquist inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items removed from the consent agenda. Councilmember Paulson requested item 9b be removed from the consent agenda. 12/18/90 -1- i APPROVAL OF MINUTES - OCTOBER 29 1990 - REGULAR SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve the minutes of the October 29, 1990, City Council meeting. The motion passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NOVEMBER 27 1990 - WORK SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve the minutes of the November 27, 1990, work session meeting. The motion passed unanimously. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS - HRG DIRECTOR There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to appoint Gerald Splinter as the representative to the HRG. The motion passed unanimously. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS - NORTHWEST COMMUNITY TELEVISION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson appointing Dr. Duane Orn to the Northwest Community Television Board of Directors. The motion passed unanimously. PERFORMANCE BOND RELEASE - TOYS R US There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson approving release of the performance bond for Toys R Us, 5425 Xerxes Avenue North. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 90 -263 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE -OFF UNCOLLECTIBLE CHECKS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -264 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1990 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS FOR VARIOUS OPERATING DEPARTMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -265 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENT OF DIANE JOHNSON The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. 12/18/90 -2- RESOLUTION NO. 90 -266 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1990 =7RAL FUND BUDGET AND ACKNOWLEDGING A GIFT FROM THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -267 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED UNDER CONTRACT 1990 -J, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 -07, CENTRAL PARK IRRIGATION SYSTEM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -268 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF REYNOLD JOHNSON The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF SPECIFIED LICENSES ON -SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE CLASS A There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson - to approve the Class A on -sale intoxicating liquor license for Red Lobster Restaurant. The motion passed unanimously. ON -SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE CLASS B There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve the Class B on -sale intoxicating liquor licenses for the following establishments: Applebee's, Days Inn, Earle Brown Bowl, Ground Round Restaurant, Holiday Inn, LaCasita Restaurant, and T. Wright's Restaurant. The motion passed unanimously. ON -SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE CLASS C There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve a Class C on -sale intoxicating liquor license for the Lynbrook Bowl. The motion passed unanimously. ON -SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE CLASS F There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve a Class F on -sale intoxicating liquor license for Earle Brown Heritage Center. The motion passed unanimously. 12/18/90 -3- E ON -SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR SUNDAY LICENSE There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve on -sale intoxicating liquor Sunday licenses for the following establishments: Applebee's, Earle Brown Heritage Center, Day's Inn, Earle Brown Bowl, the Ground Round, Holiday Inn, LaCasita Restaurant, Lynbrook Bowl, Red Lobster, and T. Wright's Restaurant. The motion passed unanimously. ON -SALE WINE LICENSE There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve on -sale wine licenses for the following establishments: Dayton's Brookdale Inn, Denny's Restaurant, and Yen Ching Restaurant. The motion passed unanimously. ON -SALE NONINTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve on -sale nonintoxicating malt liquor licenses for the following establishments: Beacon Bowl, Centerbrook Golf Course, Central Park Concessions, Chuck Wagon Inn, Davanni's, Dayton's Brookdale Inn, Denny's Restaurant, the 50's Grill, Little Brooklyn Restaurant, Pizza Hut, Scoreboard Pizza, and Yen Ching Restaurant. The motion passed unanimously. OFF -SALE NONINTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve off -sale nonintoxicating malt liquor licenses for the following establishments: Country Club Market, Country Store, Super America #4160, and Super America #4058. The motion passed unanimously. LICENSES There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve the following list of licenses: BOWLING ALLEY Earle Brown Bowl 6440 James Circle CIGARETTE (OVER THE COUNTER SALES) Brookdale Unocal 76 5710 Xerxes Ave. N. Brooks Food Market 6804 Humboldt Ave. N. Centerbrook Golf Course 5500 N. Lilac Drive Country Store 3600 63rd Ave. N. Earle Brown Bowl 6440 James Circle F & M Distributors 5951 Earle Brown Drive Snyder Bros., Inc. 1296 Brookdale Center Superamerica 1901 57th Ave. N. Superamerica 6545 West River Road T. Wright's 5800 Shingle Ck. Pkwy. Target 6100 Shingle Ck. Pkwy. COURTESY BENCH U. S. Bench Corporation 3300 Snelling Avenue GASOLINE SERVICE STATION The Howe Company 4821 Xerxes Ave. N. 12/18/90 -4- Neil's Total 1505 69th Ave. N. Osseo Brooklyn Bus Co. 4435 68th Ave. N. Thompson Lumber Company 4810 N. Lilac Drive LODGING ESTABLISHMENT Northwest Residence 4408 69th Ave. N. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Total Mechanical Services, Inc. 153 E. Thompson Ave. PUBLIC DANCE Earle Brown Bowl 6440 James Circle RENTAL DWELLINGS Initial: Keith and Jane Olson 4107 Janet Lane Michael D. Hogenson 3813 Urban Ave. N. M & J Properties 2805 67th Lane Patricia Sandeen 1706 71st Ave. N. Renewal: Burgundy Properties, Inc. Hi Crest Apartments Eileen and Jill Sherritt 5235 Drew Ave. N. Allan and Vicki Olson 7111 Riverdale Road The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED) The City Manager presented a Resolution Approving Phase III of the Communications Audit. He noted the resolution formally authorizes the final payment for Phase III of the audit in the amount of $2,125. Councilmember- Paulson inquired where the City is in this process. The City Manager stated a communications committee will be formed after the first of the year. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -269 Member Jerry Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING PHASE III OF THE COMMUNICATIONS AUDIT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed. Councilmember Cohen abstained from the vote. The City Manager presented a Resolution Accepting Proposal from Progressive Consulting Engineers, Inc. to Provide Professional Design Services Relating to 1990 Distribution System Improvements, Improvement Project No. 1990 -03. The Director of Public Works noted the firm would be providing assistance to City staff in the detail design of the valve system and hydraulics. RESOLUTION LUTI ON N0. 90 270 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 12/18/90 -5- RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PROPOSAL FROM PROGRESSIVE CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL DESIGN SERVICES RELATING TO 1990 DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 -03 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Philip Cohen, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution Approving Amendment No. 2 to Agreement for Engineering Services Relating to Construction of Well No. 10, Improvement Project No. 1990 -02. He noted the maximum fee for Phase IV of this project is $43,000. Councilmember Pedlar inquired if the contract is monitored when it is developed with a maximum fee basis. The Director of Public Works responded affirmatively. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -271 Member Jerry Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION OF WELL NO. 10, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 -02 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 Authorizing Purchase of Ultimap Workstation No. 2. He noted that after December 31, 1990, there would be an additional software charge of $9,500 if we purchased this system. He noted the engineering division had intended to request this workstation sometime in 1991. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -272 Member Jerry Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF ULTIMAP WORKSTATION NO. 2 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS ADMINISTRATIVE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION REGARDING BROOKLYN BOULEVARD BETWEEN 49TH AVENUE NORTH AND T H 100 The Director of Public Works noted in response to citizen requests Hennepin County Department of Transportation ( HCDOT) conducted studies, traffic counts, and investigated accident records in this area. He noted based on the analysis of this information HCDOT is proposing installation of a stop light at 51st and Brooklyn Boulevard. He noted it is warranted under the current traffic volumes. He stated staff generally agrees with HCDOT regarding the need for a traffic signal at 51st and Brooklyn Boulevard. He noted the cost of this traffic signal would be $80,000 - $100,000. He stated it would be a 50/50 split between Brooklyn Center and Hennepin County. He stated the City would have to work with MNDOT and HCDOT regarding the closing of ramps at 50th Avenue North. He noted if the Council wishes they can proceed with the signals at 51st and Brooklyn Boulevard and postpone a decision on the rest of the work. He then w(rnt on to review the 12/18/90 -6- J traffic counts for the area. Councilmember Paulson asked if the requests which the City has received from citizens regarding this work have been written or verbal. The Director of Public Works stated these requests have been mostly over the phone but they have been carefully documented. Councilmember Paulson inquired if he could receive a copy of this documentation. Councilmember Pedlar stated he travels this area every day. He noted he has sat and observed the area during peak traffic times. He added he has problems spending this amount of money and noted he has problems reconciling Hennepin County's numbers to the volume he has experienced. Councilmember Scott noted she believes the problem arises when Malmborg's is open. She noted the traffic volume is probably less at this time of the year. The Director of Public Works stated the traffic counts were taken before Malmborg's was open for the season. A discussion then ensued regarding the total number of cars going through the intersection and the percentages of people who would have to stop for a stop light when it was not really necessary. The Director of Public Works noted the total number of vehicles using the intersection is approximately 20,000. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve a resolution requesting the Hennepin County Department of Transportation to install a traffic control signal system on CSAH 152 (Brooklyn Boulevard) at 51st Avenue North. The motion did not pass. Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Pedlar and Paulson voted against the motion. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEM PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 90026 SUBMITTED BY EDINA REALTY BLUMENTALS ARCHITECTURE INC. REQUESTING REZONING FROM R-1 TO Cl THE LAND AT 7100 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD The City Manager noted this item was considered by the Planning Commission at its October 18, 1990, meeting, was tabled and referred to the Northwest Neighborhood Advisory Group for review and comment. The group met and issued its recommendations to the Planning Commission. He noted the Planning Commission recommended approval of this application on December 6, 1990. The Director of Planning and Inspection referred the Mayor and Councilmembers to the minutes of the October 18, 1990, and December 6, 1990, Planning Commission minutes and information sheets. He noted at the time of the original request, there was a proposal for a bank at the Edina Realty office. He noted banks are not permitted uses under a special use permit. He went on to discuss the Options which were reviewed by the advisory group and the six points of consideration for approval. He then reviewed the resolution which was passed by the Planning Commission and the proposed zoning ordinance amendment. He noted a public hearing had been scheduled for this evening. Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 90026 submitted by Edina Real ty /Blumentals. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. There being none, he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Pedlar to close the public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 90026. The 12/18/90 -7- motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -273 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION REGARDING DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 90026 SUBMITTED BY EDINA REALTY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Philip Cohen, and the motion passed unanimously. There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to approve for first reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding Zoning of Certain Land and setting a public hearing date for January 14, 1991, at 8 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 1991 BUDGET The City Manager noted the first two resolutions must be acted on as the HRA, the third resolution would adopt the final budget for 1991, the following two resolutions would set the tax levy and tax capacity levy and then the Council would want to pass the resolution setting wages and salaries. He explained the Council may wish to place an administrative hold on any new program that would increase the existing level of services and costs. He noted the freeze could be set pending the resolution of the potential state aid short fall. Councilmember Pedlar noted he agrees with the City Manager regarding the administrative freeze. He stated he would like to see a functional analysis done of the City but noted he would not want this to interfere with the progressive steps which have been made in crime prevention. Mayor Nyquist noted the public hearing was still open regarding the proposed 1991 budget. He recognized Tim Crandall, 6114 Dupont Avenue North. Mr. Crandall stated he had obtained a copy of the proposed 1991 budget and stated he felt there were many services that could be combined which would reduce the budget by as much as 20 %. He added he felt City vehicles could be converted to natural gas, and the City would receive rebates and substantial reductions in costs. He noted there was a line item requesting micro - filming services, yet the City was planning to spend an additional $50,000 - $60,000 on file cabinets. He asked the City to go back and review the budget and remove some more items before they adopted the budget. Councilmember Cohen asked the City Manager to explain to Mr. Crandall how the emergency preparedness department and the police department are combined. The City Manager noted the emergency preparedness department is actually part of the police department. He noted it is supervised by the police department. He stated it is shown as a separate division in the budget because of the federal funding the City receives for this program. The City Manager explained that the fire department is a volunteer department and has one full -time employee. He stated departments which combine their police and fire department services have a mixed record. Mr. Crandall asked the City Council to place approval of the budget on hold for another week and cut at least another 10 %. He noted by switching one cab over to natural gas his company saved approximately $10,000 in gas costs in a year. Mayor Nyquist recognized Dan Ramirez, 6201 June Avenue, who noted there are 12/18/90 -8- approximately eight cars sitting in the lot that are not squads. He inquired how these cars are used. He stated he feels these cars are a waste of money and that the City should be paying the employees mileage if they have to drive their own vehicles. The City Manager noted these vehicles are considered staff cars and are actually old squad cars. He noted the City has found it is more economical to use these cars than to pay mileage to the employees who must drive during the day. Mr. Ramirez stated he contacted the City to find out what the minimum wage was for a full -time employee. He noted the minimum wage is $7.53 an hour. He stated he also asked about the salaries for the top management of the City. He noted all of these people receive over $42,000 a year. He feels the City is over - paying and noted the Council should try to economize in this area. Councilmember Cohen inquired if Mr. Ramirez had compared the City of Brooklyn Center's salaries to other communities. Mr. Ramirez stated he had not. Councilmember Cohen noted this is how Mr. Ramirez should be comparing the City salaries. He noted it is not a fair comparison to compare the City of Brooklyn Center to the private sector. He explained while it is the desire of the Council to hold down government expenses, the City of Brooklyn Center has a number of professional staff with a great many number of years of service. Mayor Nyquist recognized Peter Dragief, 6431 Emerson Avenue North, who stated he is retired and on a set income. He asked the Council to take himself and other residents in his situation into consideration. Councilmember Cohen inquired if Mr. Dragieff had appeared at the school district meeting. Mr. Dragief said he had not. Mayor Nyquist inquired if there was anyone else who wished to address the Council. There being none, he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded b Councilmember Scott to close the public hearing on proposed 1991 budget. The motion passed unanimously. RECESS The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:50 p.m. and reconvened at 9 p.m. APPROVAL OF PROPOSED 1991 BUDGET The City Manager stated he would request the Council to place an administrative hold on all personnel additions and changes with the exception of the police department domestic abuse program. Councilmember Pedlar stated he would like to move approval of the resolution adopting the 1991 final budget with an amendment. Councilmember Pedlar moved the passage of the 1991 budget dollar amount. He requested an immediate freeze be placed on all hiring of new employees with the exception of the two police officer positions requested and the police clerical staff. He also recommended a freeze on changes of employee status as it relates to title changes and /or reclassification. He noted all designated dollars for title changes, reclassification, and new employees be placed into the general fund. He further recommended the creation of a Citizen's Advisory Task Force to evaluate the City's current staffing pattern, programs, and functions. He noted the mission of the task force is to develop a cost reductioii strategy as it relates to functional analysis (an in -depth analysis of programs, functions, and 12/18/90 -9- staffing). The task force may recommend the use of an appropriate consultant. He noted the task force will be selected by the City Council on or before the first Council meeting in February 1991. He stated the task force will provide a work plan for cost reduction strategy to the City Council at its first meeting in April 1990. Councilmember Paulson seconded Councilmember Pedlar's motion. Councilmember Cohen stated he had some concerns with a Citizen's Advisory Task Force. He noted the City Charter places the budget responsibility on the Council. He noted this responsibility should not be passed on to a citizen's advisory group. He added if the Council did not like the findings of the citizens advisory group, then there would be a political problem. He pointed out there are residents which are not represented here at this budget hearing or at other hearings that have been held. He noted the citizen attitude survey which was conducted a few years ago stated the citizens are happy with the level of services they are receiving and the amount of taxes they are paying for these services. He stated he believed the Council should ask if the City is operating as effectively as possible. He added he did not feel it would be out of line to bring in a consultant to analysis or perform this functional analysis which Councilmember Pedlar talks about. The City Manager pointed out it would cost a significant amount of money to bring in a consultant to perform the functional analysis. Councilmember Scott stated she agrees with Councilmember Cohen's comments regarding the responsibility of the budget laying with the Council. She noted whether the Council likes it or not, it is up to them to make these difficult decisions. Councilmember Pedlar agreed it is the Council's responsibility to minimize the costs within the budget. However, just because only 30 people appear at this public hearing does not mean that the rest of the community agrees with the City Council or the proposed budget. He noted it is necessary to involve the citizenry of Brooklyn Center in order for the Council to know what they expect. Councilmember Paulson stated he agrees with Councilmember Pedlar's motion. He added it is the Council's responsibility to prepare and maintain the budget. He stated he felt the hiring freeze would allow the opportunity for a functional analysis to be done. He inquired where the money would be placed if the administrative freeze is approved. The City Manager stated the money would stay in the budget, it just would not be spent until authorization is received from the City Council. The City Manager noted he has briefly reviewed the budget and found there is approximately $2,000 in file cabinets in the proposed 1991 budget versus the $50,000 - $60,000 that Mr. Crandall stated. He added that the City is requesting $75,000 in diesel and gas fuels for all the City vehicles. Councilmember Cohen stated it bothers him that in two week -; time there will be a new City Council, and these people are not being given the chance to give their input on the budget. He stated he feels funny acting on their behalf. He asked Councilmember Pedlar to read his motion again. Councilmember Pedlar repeated his original motion. Councilmember Cohen stated he would like to amend Councilmember Pedlar's motion. He noted instead of creating a Citizen's Advisory Task Force, he would suggest the City Council hold neighborhood public meetings to review the possible budget cuts and the impact on selected City services. He noted this would also allow public input on possible tax increases to replace any loss of state aids. He stated he would like to recommend that the City also contract for a community 12/18/90 -10- attitude survey regarding the level of services and taxes. Also, the City should retain a competent management consulting firm to perform a review of the City's operations by department for the purpose of examining the cost effectiveness of the operation of City government He noted this study shall include examination of services that can be jointly shared in addition to those now being performed on a multiple City basis. There was a brief discussion of Councilmember Cohen's amendments. His amendment died due to a lack of a second. Councilmember Scott stated she is more comfortable with Councilmember Cohen's amendment; however, she is not sure of the need for an attitude survey since one was recently conducted. Councilmember Cohen noted there have been numerous changes in the population since the time of the first survey. The City Manager noted adoption of the City budget should occur within the resolution which has been prepared for this evening's meeting. He noted if the Council wants to place an administrative freeze on certain items and other criteria, they should approve this in a separate motion which will set the process and goal which will identify and adopt the plan. Councilmember Paulson inquired if the administrative freeze would affect the EDA. The City Manager stated it could affect the EDA if the motion was made for the EDA. Councilmember Paulson inquired if the capital outlay items could also be included in the freeze. The City Manager stated the capital outlay could be included in the freeze, and it should be noted in the motion. He noted, however, it would be necessary for staff to come back to the Council with specific items like the squad cars which must be replaced. Councilmember Paulson stated it appears the Council is getting closer to an agreement. He moved to amend Councilmember Pedlar's motion to include the words "or equivalent citizen input" after the creation of a Citizen's Advisory Task Force. There was a brief discussion regarding Councilmember Paulson's amendment. Councilmember Paulson withdrew his motion to amend. RESOLUTION 90 -274 Member Jerry Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1991 FINAL BUDGET The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to place an immediate freeze on all hiring of new employees with the exception of the two police officer positions requested and the police clerical support. A freeze is also placed on changes of employee status as it relates to title changes and /or reclassification. All designated dollars for title changes, reclassification, and new employees should be placed into the general fund. A Citizen's Advisory Task Force will be created to evaluate the City's current staffing patterns, programs, and functions. The mission of the task force is to develop a cost reduction strategy as it relates to functional analysis (an in- depth analysis of programs, functions, and staffing) . The task force may recommend the use of an appropriate consultant. The task force will be selected by the City Council on or before the first Council meeting in February 1991. The task force will provide a work plan for cost reduction strategy to the City 12/18/90 -11- Council at its first meeting in April 1991. Upon vote being taken on the foregoing motion, the following voted in favor thereof: Mayor Dean Nyquist, Councilmembers Todd Paulson and Jerry Pedlar. Voting against: Councilmember Celia Scott and Philip Cohen. The motion passed. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -275 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A FINAL TAX LEVY FOR 1991 BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Philip Cohen, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 9.0 -276 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING A TAX CAPACITY LEVY FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE COST OF OPERATION, PROVIDING INFORMATIONAL SERVICE, AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF MSA 469.001 THROUGH 469.047, OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR THE YEAR 1991 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Jerry Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution setting Wages and Salaries for the Calendar Year 1991. He noted a 4% increase is being recommended for wages and salaries. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -277 Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION SETTING WAGES AND SALARIES FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1991 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager noted an agreement has been reached with the two unions regarding the employer contribution for medical expenses. He noted the two unions agreed on a $20 increase. There was a motion by Councilmember Cohen and seconded by Councilmember Scott authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to sign an addendum to the union contracts allowing for a $20 increase in the employer contribution to health coverage. The motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS (CONTINUED) NORTH METRO MAYORS ASSOCIATION OPPOSE OPPOSITION TO TOLL ROAD ISSUE The City Manager referred the Mayor and City Councilmembers to the news release prepared by the Northern Mayors Association regarding the proposed toll road. He stated he would encourage the Council's support of the efforts of the North Metro Mayors Association. 12/18/90 -12- There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Scott supporting the efforts of the North Metro Mayors Association's opposition to the toll road issue. The motion passed unanimously. HENNEPIN RECYCLING GROUP - PLASTICS PROGRAM The City Manager noted the current monthly rate for recycling will not have to be increased to accommodate the costs of the plastics program. Councilmember Scott inquired how the City would inform the residents of this new program. The City Manager stated he believed the same process would be used as was used when the initial program began. He stated he would give the City Council a copy of the information before the information is mailed to the residents. RESOLUTION NO. 90 -278 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH BROWNING FERRIS INDUSTRIES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Todd Paulson, and the motion passed unanimously. AUTHORIZATION OF PAYMENT OF 1990 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES DUES The City Manager noted the City Council had placed a hold on the payment of the dues to the League of Minnesota Cities. He stated staff believes the league's actions represents significant commitment on its part to address Brooklyn Center's concerns regarding the institutional fee issue. RESOLUTION NO 90 -279 Member Jerry Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF 1990 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES DUES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF SPECIFIED LICENSES ON -SALE CLUB LICENSE The City Manager referred the Mayor and City Councilmembers to the reports prepared by the police department for this item and the following item regarding the charitable gambling license for the Duoos Bros. American Legion. He noted staff is recommending the American Legion be put on notice in 1991 that they will have to improve the management operation or its liquor license would be in jeopardy. Councilmember Cohen inquired what would happen after a warning is sent to the American Legion Club. The City Manager stated the Council could approve some type of disciplinary action, suspension, or nonapproval of the license. Councilmember Scott suggested that a copy of the warning notice also be sent to the state commander. The City Manager agreed that should be done. There was a motion by Councilmember Paulson and seconded by Councilmember Scott approving the on -sale club license for Duoos Bros. American Legion Post and 12/18/90 -13- i authorizing the City Manager or his designee to send a written warning to the American Legion Club. The motion passed unanimously. CHARITABLE GAMBLING LICENSE The City Manager noted the police department recommends the Council deny approval of the American Legion charitable gambling license. He noted by denying the license, it would not be up for renewal consideration by the State gambling board. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Paulson denying the charitable gambling license for Duoos Bros. American Legion. Councilmember Cohen inquired if there was any representatives from the club present this evening. Mayor Nyquist recognized a representative from the club who stated he was present this evening regarding the liquor license and does not actually have anything to do with the gambling license. He stated he feels the club has been doing a good job since the one problem member has been removed. He noted the club did not reopen until Chief Lindsay gave his approval. The City Manager stated he understands that but pointed out there has been a consistent problem over the years. He noted the same people keep showing up and creating the same type of gambling problems. Councilmember Pedlar inquired if there is any way the club could reapply for this license. The City Manager stated he would recommend the American Legion Club discuss this with Chief Lindsay. Upon vote being taken on the foregoing motion, the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager noted the Council had before them this evening a copy of the joint powers agreement for the Drug Task Force. He stated the Council should pass a motion authorizing execution of this agreement. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Cohen authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to execute a joint powers agreement for the Drug Task Force. The motion passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Pedlar and seconded by Councilmember Paulson to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 10:01 p.m. Deputy City Clerk Mayor 12/18/90 -14- CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date Agenda Item Number /3Cli _e REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS DEPT. APPROVAL: PC — tt i . � P Administrative Aide Signature - title * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * ** * ** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** MANAGER'S REVIEW /RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached *********************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached Several terms of appointment for advisory commissioners are due for consideration of reappointment by the mayor and city council. Each of the commissioners has been notified, and they have expressed their intentions on whether or not they wish to be reappointed. Below is a summary of these positions. HUMAN RIGHTS AND RESOURCES COMMISSION Kevin Smith resigned Louis Sullivan resigned There are three vacancies on this commission. A city council liaison will also need to be appointed. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION Bud Sorenson wants to be reappointed to serve through 12 -31 -93 John Russell wants to be reappointed to serve through 12 -31 -93 There are no vacancies on this commission. HOUSING COMMISSION Nicholas Eoloff wants to be reappointed to serve through 12 -31 -93 Pamela Frantum wants to be reappointed to serve through 12 -31 -93 John Kalligher wants to be reappointed to serve through 12 -31 -93 A city council liaison will also need to be appointed. PLANNING COMMISSION Kristen Mann wants to be reappointed to serve through 12 -31 -92 Lowell Ainas wants to be reappointed to serve through 12 -31 -92 Wallace Bernards wants to be reappointed to serve through 12 -31 -92 NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION John Casey resigned There is one vacancy on this commission. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER council Meeting Date 1 /2/91 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: Performance Guarantee Release - Learning Tree Day Care DEPARTMENT APPROV / �7.'CZ��l' Signature - title Director of P1 anni ng and inspectio n MANAGER'S REVIEW /RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached The following performance guarantee is recommended for release: • 1. Learning Tree Day Care 6020 Earle Brown Drive Planning Commission Application No. 87001 Amount of Guarantee - $27,000 bond Obligor - Construction 70, Inc. All site improvements have been completed and as -built utility drawing has been submitted and accepted. Recommend total release. Submitted by, Gary Shall Planner 16a, Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY FUNDS BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that Marquette Brookdale Bank be and is hereby designated as the depository for the funds of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following named banks are hereby designated additional depositories to be used for investment purposes First National Bank of Minneapolis Marquette Minneapolis Bank Norwest Bank Minneapolis First National Bank of St. Paul American National Bank of St. Paul Camden Norwest Bank First Minnesota Savings & Loan Association Midwest Federal Savings & Loan Association Twin City Federal Savings & Loan Association The city treasurer is authorized to deposit City funds guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or the Federal Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation and such additional funds not to exceed the amount of 90% of collateral pledged to the City, and approved by the City, by said depository. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the persons generally authorized by the City Charter to act for the City in any of its business with the depository are an persons holding Y P ding office from time to time as city manager and city treasurer. All checks drawn upon an account of the City shall be signed b g Y both of the above designated persons. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the city manager is Gerald G. Splinter and the city treasurer is Paul W. Holmlund. Date Mayor ATTEST: Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. lb BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND PUBLIC SALE OF $6 ,050,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT BONDS, SERIES 1991A OF THIS CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA It is hereby resolved by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center Minnesota. (the "Issuer ") as follows: 1. Findinrs, Authorization 1.1 It is hereby found and determined that it is necessary and expedient t= t" e sound financial management of the Issuer to issue its general obligation tax lin- ement bonds In order to provide funds to pay capital and administrative costs of Development District No. I (the "Project ") established pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.124 to 469.184. 1.2 The Issuer, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.174 through 455.1 7 19 has established a tax increment financing district within the Project p* cant to a tax increment financing plan (the "Plan "). The Issuer is authorized by _,IH esota Statutes, Section 469.178 to (a) issue its general obligation bonds for the ojirpose of financing expenditures of the issuer incurred pursuant to Minnesota X704 A.ztes, Section 469.176, subd. 4 for certain public improvements within the �� Paojecz and (b) to provide for the issuance of such bonds in the manner provided by a=id subject to the limitations of, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 475. 2. Sale of Bonds 2.1 In. order to provide funds to pay certain capital costs for public is Apr; � =en e is within the Project in accordance with the Plan, the Issuer shall issue `ts General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds Series 1991A (the "Bonds ") in the p - -inc }' pal amount of $6 Any excess of the purchase price of the Bonds over =he sum of $5,960,000 shall be credited to the debt service fund for the Bonds to pay interest first due on the Bonds. 2.2 The Bonds shall be issued, sold and delivered in accordance with the Official Terms of Bond t)ffering, attached hereto as Appendix A. 3. Award of Bonds Advertisement, Meeting 3.1 The City Manager of the Issuer is authorized and directed to cause ad3ertisement for sealed bids for the purchase of the Bonds to be published in the in er required by Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 475, and in any additional publications as the City Manager may determine to be suitable. Such advertisement for sealed bids shall be in substantially the form attached hereto as ,3prpendix B. 3.2 Sealed bids for the Bonds will be opened by the City at the offices of 0 the City's fiscal consultant, SPRINGSTED Incorporated, 85 East Seventh Place, Suite 100, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101 -2143, on Monday, February 11, 1991, at 1!:300 A - M., Central Time. Consideration for award of the Bonds will be by the City Council at 7:00 p.m., Central Time, of the same day. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, this 2 mn UJ U- P-) o' January, 1991; CT' = e; e-d by: R Ca1h Ayes: Nays: Absent: Mayor City Manager (SEAL) APPENDIX B OFFICIAL NOTICE OF SALE $0,050,000 CENE OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT BONDS, SERIES 1991A CITY OF BItooKLYN cENTER, MINNESOTA Notice is hereby given that the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota (the __�11 open sealed bids at the offices of the City's fiscal consultant, SPRINGSTRI) Incorporated, 85 East Seventh Place, Suite 100, Saint Paul, M11nnesota- ,5101 -2143, on Monday, February 11, 1981, at 11;30 A.M., Central Time, f;r the p:- =chase of its $6,050,000 General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds, Series 19A (" "Bonds °'). The bids will then be opened and recorded. The City Council will consider the award of the Bonds at 7 :00 p.m., Central Time, of the same day. The Bonds will be dated March 1, 1991, will bear interest payable on February I and August I of each year, commencing August 1, 1991. The Bonds will be issued in integral multiples of $5,000 as requested by the Purchaser, and will be fully registered as to principal and interest. The Bonds will mature February 1 in the a and years as follows: Year Amount Year Amount 1992 $ 250,000 1997 $ 425,000 1993 350,000 1998 425,000 1994 350,000 1999 550,000 1995 350,000 2000 1,425,000 1995 375,000 Borvas clue on or after February 1, 2001 will be subject to redemption, in whole or 1 -1 part at par plus accrued Interest, at the City's option on February 1, 2 and on and mate thereafter. If less than all of the Bonds are redeemed, Bonds will be redeemed in inverse order of maturity and by lot within a single maturity, The City will furnish the approving legal opinion of Holmes & Craven, 3artered, of l'inneapolis, Minnesota, A copy of the legal opinion will be reproduced or� the printed Bonds. Copies of the detailed official Terms of Offering a d additional information may be obtained from the City Manager or from SPRUNIGSTIED, Incorporated, 85 East Seventh Place, Suite 100, Saint Paul, Ni innesota. 55101-2143. Daed: (Date Published) BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL ti Revised Recommendations For Brooklyn Center, Minnesota $6,050,000 General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds, Series 1991 A Study No. 3717 SPRINGSTED Incorporated December 28, 1990 SPRINGSTE V AA P R ,`: 'DANCE ADVISORS 500 Elm Grove Road 35 Ea4lr ::? :': Place 135 North Pennsylvania Street Suite '101, P.O. Box 37 Suite 2015 Elm Grove, W1 53122 -0037 saint 1101 -2143 Indianapolis, IN 46204 -2498 (414) 782 -8222 ; s 00 (317) 684 -6000 Fax: (414) 782 -2904 Fax > -3002 Fax: (317) 684 -6004 2739 Second AvenU8 S.E. snail 6800 College Boulevard Cedar Rapids, iA 52403 -1434 11 ie Suite 600 (319) 363 -2221 Mirmea hs. i ?5402 -1017 Overland Park, KS 66211 Fax; (319) 363 -6999 t " i77 (913) 345 -8062 2363 Fax: (913) 345 -1770 December 28, 1990 Mr. Dean Nyquist, Mayor Members, City Council Mr. Gerald Splinter, City Manager Mr. Paul Holmlund, Finance Director Mr. Brad Hoffman, EDA Coordinator City Hall 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Re: Revised Recommendations for the Issuance of $6,050,000 General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds, Series 1991A We respectfully request your consideration of our recommendations for the issuance of these bonds according to the terms and conditions set forth in the attached proposed Official Terms of Offering. Over the past few years the City has been involved in the reconstruction and restoration of the Earle Brown Farm. The costs incurred in this tax increment district have been paid, in part, from proceeds of tax increment bonds issued by the City in 1985 and through the use of internal funds. Attached as Appendix I is a summary of costs incurred by the Economic Development Authority for the Earle Brown Farm project. Pursuant to federal legislation enacted since 1986, a portion of the costs expended throughout the project are deemed to be non - governmental purpose costs. Essentially, these costs would be for those items for which a non - governmental entity received a distinct benefit or for expenditures for which the City and /or the EDA received guarantees as to reimbursement of those costs. The EDA, City staff, and bond counsel have reexamined all of the costs attributable to this project and have concluded that a total of $4,560,103 of costs actually incurred would be construed to be non - governmental purpose expenditures and therefore the interest on borrowing to finance those costs would be taxable in nature. Based on this allocation, we have prepared Exhibit II which sets forth the required computation of bonding costs which the City is considering at this time. In 1985 the City sold $5,250,000 of General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds. As part of that bond issue, $99,750 was used as an allowance for discount bidding, and $509,617 was designated as capitalized interest. The capitalized interest was necessary to pay debt service on the bonds until such time as increment income from the district was generated. Therefore, total net bond proceeds of $4,640,633 were available for expenditure on eligible project costs. Through the application of these funds, the remaining net costs eligible to be financed with tax - exempt obligations as shown in Appendix 11 amounts to $5,910,000. To this amount we have a City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota December 28, 1990 added $90,000 as an allowance for discount and $50,000 for issuance costs requiring $6,050,000 of bonds to be issued. This computation is also set forth in Appendix II. The debt service on these bonds as well as the 1985 bonds, will be payable from increment generated from the development district. You will recall, in 1983 the City issued $920,000 of General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds to finance the project costs associated with the Brookwood Development project. The increment generated by the Brookwood Project, together with available funds on hand, will enable the City to prepay the outstanding obligations for the 1983 bonds by October 1, 1992. Thereafter, the increment generated by the Brookwood project, together with the increment generated by the farm, should be sufficient enough to provide adequate debt service for the 1985 and 1991 bond issues. Attached as Appendix III is the recommended maturity schedule and cash flow for the current issue. Columns 1 through 6 show the years and amounts of principal and estimated interest due and payable on these bonds based on current tax- exempt interest rates. Column 7 shows the total debt service including a five percent overlevy. This overlevy is required by Minnesota Statutes and is a protection to the bondholder and the City in the event that 100% of revenues are not available to pay principal and interest on the bonds. Column 8 shows the bond payment for the 1983 issue and reflects the interest and principal including prepayment to be called on January 1, 1992. The City will have a normal principal and interest payment due February 1, 1991 which will be payable from increment generated during 1990. Column 9 shows the principal and interest due August 1, 1991 and February 1, 1992 and subsequent annual payments for the 1985 bonds. Here again, we have not shown the principal and interest payment due on February 1, 1991 as those funds will come from current available increment. Column 10 shows the total debt service payable on all three issues, assuming the 1983 bonds will be prepaid on February 1, 1992. Column 11 shows the projection of increment income to be generated from the Earle Brown Farm project. We note the actual tax capacity as shown on the books of Hennepin County is approximately $200,000 higher than that shown herein. We understand a number of taxpayers within the district have protested the levels of market value and resultant tax capacity value of their property. Based on documents on file with Hennepin County, it is estimated that revisions coming either from the County or through the court system will result in a slightly lower value than is currently certified on the books and it is this lower value which is the basis for income projections. With the projection of future increment income, it has been assumed that the value of property will increase at an inflationary rate of two percent per year. Column 12 shows the current levels of expected increment income to be generated by the Brookwood Tax Increment District and like the projections for the farm, it has been assumed a two percent inflationary increase will occur each year. We note at this juncture there is no assurance that such values and increments will increase at a level of two percent per year and further, that there is no assurance that all taxpayers will pay their taxes in a timely manner. The projections of increment income also do not include any potential new development which may occur within the districts which would provide additional increment income. It is expected that as development does occur, such surplus increment will be available to reimburse the City for other project costs for which it has expended funds, but for which financing has not been secured. Column 13 shows the current levels of surplus funds expected to be in the Brookwood tax . increment project, which funds will be used to prepay the 1983 bonds on February 1, 1992. Column 14 is the projection of combined increment income expected throughout the life of this program. One other factor we have not taken into consideration in our projections of income is any investment earnings that may be generated from positive balances. Page 2 City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota December 28, 1990 Columns 15 and 16 show the estimates of annual and cumulative surplus based on the assumptions noted herein. Since a positive cumulative surplus is expected throughout the life of this program, a tax levy for debt service is not anticipated. Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1989 has expanded the exemptions from rebate and arbitrage on tax- exempt bonds. The new provisions are applicable only to bonds issued after December 19, 1989. The existing six -month expenditure exemption was broadened such that the original bond proceeds are now exempt from rebate if either of the following exemptions apply to the issue. A. 100% of gross bond proceeds (90% for tax and revenue anticipation bonds) are expended within six months of receipt of the proceeds, or B. If at least 75% of net bond proceeds are used for construction purposes and 10% of the net bond proceeds are expended within six months, 45% within one year, 75% within 18 months, and 100% within two years. Up to five percent may be withheld for up to three years if it is for a reasonable retainage for the project. Investment proceeds are included in the definition of net bond proceeds. The full exemption for an issuer who issues not greater than $5 million of tax- exempt bonds during the calendar year is not affected. In view of the fact the City will be reimbursing itself for funds already expended, it is anticipated that 100% of bond proceeds will be expended within six months. Therefore, it is anticipated the proceeds of these bonds will be exempt from any rebate requirements. The debt service fund will be subject to annual review as to its earnings and may require some rebate if surplus funds accrue in excess of a "bona- fide" debt service fund, meaning more than 13 months of debt service accrues to the fund. The Tax Reform Act of 1986 restricts the ability of banks to deduct tax- exempt interest as a carrying expense under certain circumstances in calculating their tax liability. The Act allows certain bonds to be qualified bonds which can be included in a bank's calculation of interest deductions. Since the City is not anticipating the need of issuing more than $10 million of debt this year (the qualified limit), these bonds will be designated as bank qualified. The interest rates projected herein reflect current market conditions and are subject to change between now and the recommended date of sale. There are many unsettled factors affecting interest rates, notwithstanding the actions occurring in the Middle East and the uneasy forecast of a recessionary period which many economists feel is upon us. We therefore offer no assurances that the interest rates forecasted herein will be at these levels at the date of sale. Recommendation: We recommend the bonds be dated March 1, 1991 and mature each February 1 from 1992 through 2004. We note this final maturity is one year beyond the final payment date for the 1985 bonds and therefore, is in keeping with the City's intent to limit the life of the financing districts. The first interest payment on these bonds will be due August 1, 1991 in the estimated amount of $160,500. This payment will come from the first -half collections of increment income. The next payment will be a principal and interest payment due February 1, 1992 in the estimated amount of $442,600. This payment will be made from the second -half collections of increment income together with the surplus of first -half collections. This same payment sequence will continue throughout the life of the bonds. Page 3 City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota December 28, 1990 Included in the principal amount of the issue is a provision for discount bidding in the amount of $90,000. The discount is a means of providing the underwriters with all or part of their profit and /or working capital for purchasing the bonds and will permit them to reoffer the bonds at or close to a par scale. The result is a lower overall interest cost on these bonds. The City has used this successful marketing tool in the past and we recommend its continued use herein. We recommend the bonds maturing on or after February 1, 2001, be subject to payment in advance of their stated maturity on February 1, 2000 and any date thereafter at a price of par. This call feature, representing approximately 46% of bonds issued, will permit the City to restructure or refinance the bonds as early as February 1, 2000 should circumstances warrant such a course of action. With the inclusion of the allowance for discount bidding, this call feature should not impair the marketability of these bonds. We recommend a written application be made to Moody's Investors Service of New York for a rating of this issue. Prior to the issuance of the 1985 bonds, a formal presentation was made to Moody's regarding the project and the future economic viability of the City. The City's excellent Al rating, originally obtained in 1980, was reconfirmed with that presentation. Moody's visited the City in November and therefore has had an opportunity to see the community in action and visit the Earle Brown Farm. We will be able to respond to their questions directly. i We recommend these bonds be offered for sale on Monday, February 11, with bids received in the offices of Springsted Incorporated at 11:30 A.M. Subsequent to the receipt of bids, we will tabulate the results and present them to the City Council for consideration of award at 7:00 P.M. the same evening. A representative of Springsted Incorporated will attend that meeting to provide recommendations as to the acceptability of award. Bond proceeds should be available about March 1. Respectfully submitted, SPRING TED Incorporated rls Page 4 (EDAEBF) CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY EARLE BROWN FARM - PROJECT TO DATE SUMMARY --------- ----------------------------- ----------- ------------ ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- Program 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 Project Number Description Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual To Date - - - - - -- ----- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- 000 Land Acquisition $2,209,593 $2,289,593 000 Interest Expense 44,645 44,645 920 General Administration 14,305 $36,072 $79,317 $50,951 $69,506 250,151 921 Operation and Maintenance 14,101 16,652 3,757 6,016 2,039 42,565 923 Storm Sewer (86 -08) 144,185 (85,467) 50,716 924 Phase I Streetscape (86 -09) 73,074 73,074 925 Summit Drive Sidewalk (06 -14) 10,831 10,031 926 Phase II Streetscape (86 -15) 44,690 6,707 51,397 927 Commons Water System (86 -20) 39,124 39,448 1,501 80,073 928 Phase III Streetscape (86 -21) 5,041 580,623 155,017 740,681 929 Jim Ryan Agreement 9,695 17,761 275 27,731 930 Earle Brown Commons 958,118 1,616 4,751 964,485 931 Streetscape Planning 34,716 1,596 36,312 932 E.H.F. Market Study 11,221 421 11,642 933 E.B.F. Restoration 301,557 4,714,979 4,43'1,065 9,453,601 934 E.B.F. Management Start -up 104,585 433,758 538,343 935 Bed and Breakfast 4,845 4,845 936 S'. C.P. Street Impr (65 -26) 522,049 522,0494 --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- --- - - - - -- ---- - - - - -- m TOTAL BUDGET $2,362,644 $1,383,419 $645,779 $1,146,702 $5,225,127 $4,437,065 $15,200,736Z tD ......... ......... ......... "'...... " ....... ......... .......... Q S 3 APPENDIX it CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA EARLE BROWN FARM PROJECT COMPUTATION OF TAX- EXEMPT ELEGIBLE COSTS Project Costs per Appendix 1 $15,200,736 Less: Designated Taxable Costs (4,650,103) Net Designated Tax - Exempt Costs $10,550,633 Less: Net Proceeds of 1985 Bonds* (4,640,633) Net Tax - Exempt Costs Eligible to Finance $ 5,910,000 COMPUTATION OF BOND PROCEEDS SUPPORTABLE DEBT 1991 Bonds Par Amount $6,050,000 Less: Issuance Costs (50,000) Allowance for Discount (90,000 Net Bond Proceeds $5,910,000 * 1985 Bonds Par Amount $ 5,250,000 Less: Allowance for Discount (99, 750) Less: Capitalized Interest (509.61 Net Bond Proceeds $ 4,640,633 Prepared by SPRINGSTED Incorporated December 28, 1990 Page 6 City of Brooklyn �r, Minnesota Prepared Wber 27, 1990 Earle Brown Farm TIF (I.F. #2101) By SPRINGSTED Incorporated Projected Tax Exempt Tax Increment Bonds Dated: 3- 1 -1991 Mature: 2- 1 First Interest: 8- 1 -1991 Total 1983 1985 Captured Captured Brookwood Year of Year of Principal 105% Bond Bond Total Farm Tax Brookwood Funds Total Annual Cumulative Levy Mat. Principal Rates Interest 6 Interest of Total Payment Payment Debt Increment Tax Inc. On Hand Income Surplus Surplus (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) 1990 1992 250,006 5.75% 353,101 603,101 633,256 634,138 503,675 1,771,069 1,100,000 182,841 585,000 1,867,841 96,772 96,772 1991 1993 350,000 5.80% 370,826 720,826 756,867 0 536,925 1,293,792 1,122,000 186,498 0 1,308,498 14,706 111,478 1992 1994 350,000 5.85% 350,526 700,526 735,552 0 572,265 1,307,817 1,144,440 190,228 0 1,334,668 26,851 138,329 1993 1995 350,000 5.95% 330,051 680,051 714,054 0 614,130 1,328,184 1,167,329 194,032 0 1,361,361 33,177 171,506 1994 1996 375,000 6.05% 309,226 684,226 718,437 0 651,610 1,370,047 1,190,676 197,913 0 1,388,589 18,542 190,048 1995 1997 375,000 6.15% 286,538 661,538 694,615 0 694,485 1,389,100 1,214,490 201,871 0 1,416,361 27,261 217,309 1996 1998 375,000 6.20% 263,475 638,475 670,399 0 736,765 1,407,164 1,238,780 205,909 0 1,444,689 37,525 254,834 1997 1999 400,000 6.30% 240,225 640,225 672,236 0 782,795 1,455,031 1,263,556 210,027 0 1,473,583 18,552 273,386 1998 2000 400,000 6.40% 215,025 615,025 645,776 0 826,995 1,472,771 1,288,828 214,227 0 1,503,055 30,284 303,670 1999 2001 425,000 6.50% 189,425 614,425 645,146 0 874,395 1,519,541 1,314,605 218,512 0 1,533,117 13,576 317,246 2000 2002 425,000 6.60% 161,800 586,800 616,140 0 924,195 1,540,335 1,340,898 222,882 0 1,563,780 23,445 340,691 2001 2003 550,000 6.70% 133,750 683,750 717,938 0 864,800 1,582,738 1,367,716 227,340 0 1,595,056 12,3.8 353,009 2002 2004 1,425,000 6.80% 96,900 1,521,900 1,597,995 0 0 1,597,995 1,395,071 231,887 0 1,626,958 28,963 381,972 TOTALS: 6,050,000 3,300,868 9,350,868 9,818,411 634,138 8,583,035 19,035,584 16,148,389 2,684,167 585,000 19,417,556 Bond Years: 50,495.83 Annual Interest: 3,300,868 Avg. Maturity: 8.35 Plus Discount: 90,000 Avg. Annual Rate: 6.537% Net Interest: 3,390,868 T.I.C. Rate: 6.758% N.I.C. Rate: 6.715% Interest rates are estimates; changes may cause significant alterations of this schedule. The actual underwriter's discount bid may also vary. m z v x cu v i OFFICIAL TERMS OF OFFERING $6,050,000 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT BONDS, SERIES 1991A Sealed bids for the Bonds will be received by the City Manager or his designee on Monday, February 11, 1991, until 11:30 A.M., Central Time, at the offices of SPRINGSTED Incorporated, 85 East Seventh Place, Suite 100, Saint Paul, Minnesota, after which time they will be opened and tabulated. Consideration for award of the Bonds will be by the City Council at 7:00 P.M., Central Time, of the same day. DETAILS OF THE BONDS The Bonds will be dated March 1, 1991, as the date of original issue, and will bear interest payable on February 1 and August 1 of each year, commencing August 1, 1991. Interest will be computed on the basis of a 360 -day year of twelve 30 -day months and will be rounded pursuant to rules of the MSRB. The Bonds will be issued in the denomination of $5,000 each, or in integral multiples thereof, as requested by the purchaser, and fully registered as to principal and interest. Principal will be payable at the main corporate office of the registrar and interest on each Bond will be payable by check or draft of the registrar mailed to the registered holder thereof at the holder's address as it appears on the books of the registrar as of the close of business on the 15th day of the immediately preceding month. The Bonds will mature February 1 in the years and amounts as follows: 1992 $250,000 1997 $375,000 2001 $ 425,000 1993 $350,000 1998 $375,000 2002 $ 425,000 1994 $350,000 1999 $400,000 2003 $ 550,000 1995 $350,000 2000 $400,000 2004 $1,425,000 1996 $375,000 OPTIONAL REDEMPTION The City may elect on February 1, 2000, and on any day thereafter, to prepay Bonds due on or after February 1, 2001. Redemption may be in whole or in part and if in part, at the option of the City and in such order as the City shall determine and within a maturity by lot as selected by the registrar. All prepayments shall be at a price of par and accrued interest. SECURITY AND PURPOSE The Bonds will be general obligations of the City for which the City will pledge its full faith and credit and power to levy direct general ad valorem taxes. In addition the City will pledge increment income generated from Development District No. 1. The proceeds will be used to finance eligible public costs associated with the Earle Brown Farm Tax Increment Project. TYPE OF BID Bids shall be for not less than $5,960,000 and accrued interest on the total principal amount of the Bonds, and shall be accompanied by a certified or cashier's check in the amount of $60,500, payable to the order of the City. No bid will be considered for which said check has not been received. The City will deposit the check of the purchaser, the amount of which will Page 8 k be deducted at settlement and no interest will accrue to the purchaser. In the event the purchaser fails to comply with the accepted bid, said amount will be retained by the City. No bid can be withdrawn after the time set for receiving bids unless the meeting of the City scheduled for award of the bids is adjourned, recessed, or continued to another date without award of the Bonds having been made. Rates shall be in integral multiples of 5/100 or 1/8 of 1 %. There is no limit on the interest rate spread if bid in ascending order; however, no rate for any maturity shall be more than 0.5% lower than any prior rate. Bonds of the same maturity shall bear a single rate from the date of the Bonds to the date of maturity. No conditional bid will be accepted. AWARD The Bonds will be awarded to the bidder offering the lowest dollar interest cost to be determined by the deduction of the premium, if any, from, or the addition of any amount less than par, to the total dollar interest on the Bonds from their date to their final scheduled maturity. The City's computation of the total net dollar interest cost of each bid, in accordance with customary practice, will be controlling. The City will reserve the right to: (i) waive non - substantive informalities of any bid or of matters relating to the receipt of bids and award of the Bonds, (ii) reject all bids without cause, and, (iii) reject any bid which the City determines to have failed to comply with the terms herein. BOND INSURANCE AT PURCHASER'S OPTION If the Bonds qualify for issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance or commitment • therefor at the option of the bidder, the purchase of any such insurance policy or the issuance of any such commitment shall be at the sole option and expense of the purchaser of the Bonds. Any increased costs of issuance of the Bonds resulting from such purchase of insurance shall be paid by the purchaser, except that, if the City has requested and received a rating on the Bonds from a rating agency, the City will pay that rating fee. Any other rating agency fees shall be the responsibility of the purchaser. Failure of the municipal bond insurer to issue the policy after Bonds have been awarded to the purchaser shall not constitute cause for failure or refusal by the purchaser to accept delivery on the Bonds. REGISTRAR The City will name the registrar which shall be subject to applicable SEC regulations. The City will pay for the services of the registrar. CUSIP NUMBERS If the Bonds qualify for assignment of CUSIP numbers such numbers will be printed on the Bonds, but neither the failure to print such numbers on any Bond nor any error with respect thereto will constitute cause for failure or refusal by the purchaser to accept delivery of the Bonds. The CUSIP Service Bureau charge for the assignment of CUSIP identification numbers shall be paid by the purchaser. SETTLEMENT Within 40 days following the date of their award, the Bonds will be delivered without cost to the purchaser at a place mutually satisfactory to the City and the purchaser. Delivery will be subject to receipt by the purchaser of an approving legal opinion of Holmes & Graven, Chartered of Minneapolis, Minnesota, which opinion will be printed on the Bonds, and of customary closing papers, including a no- litigation certificate. On the date of settlement Page 9 } payment for the Bonds shall be made in federal, or equivalent, funds which shall be received at the offices of the City or its designee not later than 12:00 Noon, Central Time. Except as compliance with the terms of payment for the Bonds shall have been made impossible by action of the City, or its agents, the purchaser shall be liable to the City for any loss suffered by the City by reasons of the purchaser's non - compliance with said terms for payment. OFFICIAL STATEMENT The City has authorized the preparation of an Official Statement containing pertinent information relative to the Bonds, and said Official Statement will serve as a nearly -final Official Statement as required by Rule 15c2 -12 of the Securities and Exchange Commission. For copies of the Official Statement and the Official Bid Form or for any additional information prior to sale, any prospective purchaser is referred to the Financial Advisor to the City, Springsted Incorporated, 85 East Seventh Place, Suite 100, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101, telephone (612) 223 -3000. The Official Statement, when further supplemented by an addendum or addenda specifying the maturity dates, principal amounts and interest rates of the Bonds, together with any other information required by law, shall constitute a "Final Official Statement" of the City with respect to the Bonds, as that term is defined in Rule 15c2 -12. By awarding the Bonds to any underwriter or underwriting syndicate submitting an Official Bid Form therefor, the City agrees that, no more than seven business days after the date of such award, it shall provide without cost to the senior managing underwriter of the syndicate to which the Bonds are awarded 240 copies of the Official Statement and the addendum or addenda described above. The City designates the senior managing underwriter of the syndicate to which the Bonds are awarded • as its agent for purposes of distributing copies of the Final Official Statement to each Participating Underwriter. Any underwriter executing and delivering an Official Bid Form with respect to the Bonds agrees thereby that if its bid is accepted by the City (i) it shall accept such designation and (ii) it shall enter into a contractual relationship with all Participating Underwriters of the Bonds for purposes of assuring the receipt by each such Participating Underwriter of the Final Official Statement. Dated January 2, 1991 BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL /s/ Darlene Weeks Clerk Page 10 HUMBOLDT /CAMDEN TASK FORCE RECOMMENDATIONS AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FINDING #1 - The area apartment complexes are having a difficult time attracting and retaining quality tenants while simultaneously removing the poorer quality tenants previously attracted. The following is a listing of task force recommendations and recommended implementation plan actions: RECOMMENDATION 01 - The cities, in concert with the Multiple Housing Association, should lobby the legislature for a property tax reduction for housing improvements to upgrade the quality of apartments offered in the area. ACTION: Brooklyn Center should present to local legislators and appropriate lobbying groups specific proposals directed at modifying existing state legislation and policies to encourage private and public reinvestment in apartments in a manner which will assure sustained improvement and maintenance of apartment buildings and complexes. The EDA staff will be the lead in this matter. RECOMMENDATION #2 - The city, in concert, with the Multiple Housing Association, should lobby the legislature for a change in the law on unlawful detainers to allow more assistance from local agencies in their efforts to remove undesirable tenants and also allow for a shorter timeframe for filing of the detainer to the actual removal of tenants. ACTION: The EDA staff is directed to work with the Multiple Housing Association to "streamline" the process from removing problem tenants. The EDA staff should work with local legislators and appropriate lobbying groups to develop proposals which would honor legitimate tenant rights and have a greater appreciation for the need of apartment owners to remove and protect themselves from problem tenants. RECOMMENDATION #3 - An efficient system should be set up countywide or metrowide to provide data for rental dwelling managers on all unlawful detainers and criminal backgrounds on parties attempting to rent units so that they can make a quicker, easier decision on the quality of the prospective tenant. ACTION: The EDA staff is directed to develop a process designed to assist apartment owners in gathering necessary information needed to allow them to do a quality screening of prospective tenants. RECOMMENDATION #4 - Lobby the Metro Council to devise a rental guide which would set up a uniform system for landowners or apartment owners to use in making background checks, writing contracts for rental, and handling all procedures for removing undesirable tenants and getting unlawful detainers from the courts. -2- ACTION: The EDA is directed to research all sources, including the Metropolitan Council, to obtain any guidelines, instructions, and sample forms which could be used by apartment owners and managers to assist them in handling problem tenants and unlawful detainers. FINDING 02 - There needs to be a clarification of HUD regulations or the institution of a better regulation pertaining to requirements for eligibility for HUD housing assistance. The following are specific recommendations and recommended actions relating to this finding: RECOMMENDATION 41 - Have cities put pressure on the Housing and Urban Development Department to institute a process where they would require checks of previous owners to determine if there had been any unlawful detainer or serious rental problems with persons attempting to get into HUD programs and using this undesirable past rental history as a disqualifying factor for anyone attempting to qualify for HUD rental assistance programs. ACTION: The EDA staff is directed to request HUD to modify their regulations in a manner which would withhold Section 8 assistance from consistent problem renters or those involved in other serious, illegal activity. FINDING #3 - There are juveniles and young adults hanging around_ commercial portions of the Humboldt /Camden area causing a loss of business due to customers being fearful about entering the area. The following is a listing of recommendations and actions relating to finding #3: RECOMMENDATION #1 - We recommend the city seek funding for a program similar to the one run by the City, Inc. in Minneapolis, which involves the use of an outreach worker to deal with the problems of youth at risk in the community. ACTION: The City has applied for and received State of Minnesota funding for a half -time youth outreach worker to work with at risk young people in the community. RECOMMENDATION 42 - In order to support this outreach worker, the city must provide additional unstructured recreation and athletic programs and drop -ins utilizing existing facilities, local parks, schools, and churches. ACTION: Brooklyn Center has received a $5,000 grant from the Pillsbury Foundation to be used to develop a program to complement the youth outreach worker with the involvement of Brooklyn Center High School, Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Department, and Brooklyn Center Police Department. -3- RECOMMENDATION #3 - Continue the foot patrols in the Humboldt /Camden area and expand them as weather permits. ACTION: As of September 1, 1990, Brooklyn Center Police Department has increased the foot patrol operation in this area and is evaluating the use of this type of patrol technique throughout Brooklyn Center. RECOMMENDATION 44 - We support the concept of a police liaison officer in the local school district not only to assist school officials with problem kids, but to provide a positive role model, someone they can trust to solve problems, someone they can get questions answered - -a friend. ACTION: Brooklyn Center School District Administration and the Police Department Administration have in the past reviewed and evaluated the need for a school liaison officer at the Brooklyn Center High School. The School District Administration and the Police Administration have developed excellent avenues of coordination and cooperation. The recommendation is to have the School District Administration and Police Administration meet to research for possible improvement the liaison officer concept, school security, and area security. RECOMMENDATION 45 - The Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Department should put together a task force to look at Brooklyn Center youth programs and recreation programs to assist in dealing with youth at risk situations. ACTION: We believe the staff committee composed of representatives of the high school, our Recreation Department, and the Police Department noted in this report under Finding #3. Recommendation and Action #2 adequately addresses this recommendation. FINDING �4 - There is an increase in the use of drugs and alcohol by a great many of the apartment dwellers and youths in the report area. The following listing is recommendations and Proposed actions relating to this finding: RECOMMENDATION #1 - Brooklyn Center should continue lobbying the state legislature for stronger penalties for alcohol and drug abuse, especially as it affects young people. ACTION: This recommendation should be referred to the city manager and Police Department for analysis of what specific recommendations can be made to the legislature in this area. RECOMMENDATION #2 We support .hiring additional law enforcement officers and encourage continued participation in the cooperative four -city drug task force and encourage the legislature to provide additional funding for these activities. -4- ACTION: As a part of the 1991 proposed budget, the City Council will evaluate increases in police department staffing. The proposed 1991 police departmental budget recommends additional police officers, continuation of the battered spouse program, and continuation of the four -city drug task force operation. RECOMMMENDATION 11 �3 - The city should work on instituting more programs on drug education and awareness with younger children in schools such as the D.A.R.E. K -4 program, which is currently being used in all areas of the country. ACTION: The police departmental proposed budget for 1991 recommends commencement of a K -4 D.A.R.E. program in 1991 -92 school year. FINDING 45 - The task force believes the current juvenile justice system moves too slowly in handling juveniles committing crimes. They also believe the system allows for juveniles to have far too many repeat offenses before serious punishment is considered. The following is a listing of recommendations and action steps: RECMMENDATION wl - The juvenile system must work to eliminate the log jam in our court system by hiring additional referees for the juvenile justice system to facilitate faster trial timeframes. ACTION: - Brooklyn Center is currently involved in' juvenile diversion programs using the Peacemaker Center and Mediation. The Police Department should evaluate whether or not the use of these type of programs can be expanded or made more effective. RECOMMENDATION 42 - The city should lobby for legislation to change the law to allow 16 year olds and above to be heard in adult court for misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses which would clear less serious offenses for the juvenile justice system. RECOMMENDATION 43 - Increase the penalties for juveniles found guilty of more serious offenses, particularly the repeat offenders. RECOMMENDATION #4 - We must lobby for alternative facilities for incarceration which would provide these youths with constructive training on how to cope with today's society. These new facilities should provide a meaningful education and training which would help problem youth acquire worthwhile jobs and become productive citizens. -5- RECM24ENDATION 45 - Lobby the legislature for stronger laws making the parents more responsible for the offensive behavior of their juveniles. ACTION: The Police Department, in conjunction with the city prosecutor's office, should review recommendations 2, 3, 4, and 5 under finding #5 and present a report to the City Council on recommended courses of action. l �b MEMORANDUM TO: City Council FROM: Dean A. Nyquist, Mayor DATE: May 22, 1989 SUBJECT: Appointment - Council Vacancy We have the issue of appointment of a person to fill the council vacancy. We need to do it at the May 22nd council meeting (or a special council meeting) in order to accomplish it within the 30 day time limit. I would hope that we can get a unanimous vote. I'm, therefore, suggesting that we adopt a process before taking the official vote on the resolution. I would hope that we can get a unanimous vote; although, I'm not sure that we can require that in view of our charter which requires only a majority. I'm therefore suggesting the following procedure: 1. Council members discuss appointment criteria and the three applicants. 2. Preliminary unofficial roll call vote in which indicate our first and second choice. First choice will be allocated 2 points and the second choice 1 point. The applicant with the fewest number of votes would be dropped from further consideration. The next unofficial ballot will involve a vote on the remaining 2 applicants. 1. If there is a unanimous consensus, proceed to adopting resolution. 2. If there is a majority (3-1) take a third ballot to give the dissenting vote the opportunity to change or abstain. 3. Proceed to adopting resolution. 4. If there is a 2 -2 tie under item 2, then subsequent ballots will be taken to obtain a majority or unanimous vote. A maximum of ballots will be taken. Member resolution and moved its adoption: introduced the following RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO FILL'THE VACANCY ON THE COUNCIL CREATED BY THE RESIGNATION OF COUNCIIZEMBER GENE LHOTKA WHEREAS, Gene Lhotka has been a member of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center since January 3, 1977; and WHEREAS, Councilmember Lhotka was last elected at the regular election in 1986 to serve a four -year term until his replacement was elected and qualified in accordance with City Charter; and WHEREAS, the City Council has duly received the resignation of Councilmember Lhotka effective April 30, 1989; and WHEREAS, a vacancy on the Council exists by reason of said resignation and has existed since May 1, 1989; and WHEREAS, there will not be an intervening general election between the date of this resolution and the end of the unexpired term of Councilmember Lhotka; and WHEREAS, under these circumstances, Section 2.05 of the City Charter authorizes the City Council to fill the vacancy on 41- the Council, within 30 days of the occurrence of the vacancy, for the remainder of the unexpired term of the resigning council member by a majority vote of all of its remaining members; and WHEREAS, the City Council has considered various candidates for appointment to the City Council to fill such vacancy and has determined that the appointee named below is well qualified to serve as council member of the City and that such appointment is in the best interests of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that: 1 • is hereby appointed as council member on the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center to fill the vacancy on the Council created by the resignation of Gene Lhotka, said appointee to serve in said position for the remainder of the unexpired term of former Councilmember Lhotka. 2. This appointment is effective immediately, provided that the appointee may not enter upon the appointee's official duties or transact any of the business or exercise any of the privileges of said i office until the appointee has taken the oath of office required by Minnesota Constitution Article V, Section 6 and Minnesota Statutes Section 358.05. r� RESOLUTION NO. Date Mayor ATTEST: Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. 3 Philip Cohen 5501 Humboldt North Brooklyn Center, Minn. 55430 December 31, 1990 Mr. Gerald Splinter, City Manager City of Brooklyn Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, Minn.55430 Dear Mr. Splinter: Subject: City Council Vacancy Appointment: Please find attached my resume for the Council's consideration, First, it would be my thought that If the City Council desires to fill this vacancy by the appointment process, it would be my feeling that the persons so appointed be by unanimous vote. The appointed person should be acceptable to all of the council members. I also call to the attention of the City Council the possible conflict of interest issue that would have to be resolved prior to consideration. The potential conflict would be the relationship of the City of Brooklyn Center to the North Metro Mayors Association. That organization contracts with Goff /Wilkie & Associations for Governmental Affairs Service. I am a Vice - President with Goff /Wilkie. In addition the North Metro Mayors Association contracts with the parent firm Coleman &, Christison for the media and public relations service. Also, Coleman & Christison has done consulting work for the City of Brooklyn Center. When any matters that have come before the City Council regarding this firm, I have declared the possible conflict of interest and abstained from voting. I also have the obligation to clear this application with my employer which I have not had the opportunity to accomplish prior to filing this application. If these issues can be resolved, I then offer my candidacy to fall the balance of the unexpired term of Todd Paulson. It is not my intention to seek election to that council seat in the 1992 election. If there is any additional questions that the council may have, please do not hesitate to contact me. Your tr V, `Philip Cohen PHILIP Q. COHEN 12/31/90 5501 HUMBOLDT NORTH BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430 R E S U M E BIRTHPLACE North Minneapolis AGE 62 (DOB 3- 20 -28) EDUCATION Minneapolis Public Schools, North High School Graduate- 1946 FAMILY Wife- Beverly- Married in 1949 3 Married Children - Deborah Cohen Schultz- Mora, Mn. Stephen Cohen- Brooklyn Center,Mn. Nancy Cohen Anderson - Brooklyn Park,Mn. 5 Grandchildren Ages 8- 7- 6 -5 -4. OCCUPATIONS Northern Welders Supply Co. 1950 -1973 & Company Officer.(Inactive Corp.Officer 1973 to date). League of Minnesota Municipalities.* Legislative Representative 1973 -1978 Metropolitan Council - Chairman's Office Community Projects Coordinator -Local Governments & Metro Council 1978 -1979. U. S. Senator Dave Durenberger- Legislative Assistant for Intergovernment Relations Small Business, Labor, Housing,Community Development',Transportation, Economic Issues & Veterans Legislative Issues. April, 1979 to March 1, 1989. GOFF /WILKIE & ASSOCIATES- Vice - President Offices in Brooklyn Park & St. Paul. ELECTIVE OFFICES Brooklyn Center District 286 School Board Member & Clerk 1960 -1963 Brooklyn Center City Council 1963 -1965 Brooklyn Center- Mayor- 1966 -1977 Brooklyn Center City Council 1989 to date (Appointed by the City Council to fill vacancy due to resignation.) Philip Q. Cohen Resume -Page 2 OTHER PUBLIC OFFICES HELD REGIONAL Hennepin County League of Municipalities -Board Member 1965 -67 Hennepin County School Survey Committee- Member 1960 -67 Suburban Rate Authority - Board of Directors 1963 -65 North Suburban Water Conservation Comm. -Pres. 1965 -67 Metro Section - League of Muncialities -Board Member 1966 -69 Pro -North Foundation -Co -Chair 1973 -75 Metro Council Housing Advisory Committe- Member 1972 -74 Metro HRA Advisory Committee Chairman 1974 -78 Member 1980 -81 Chairman 1981 -date Metro Council Chairman's Advisory Committee- Chair 1975 -79 Member 1980 -date Metro Council Long Term Care Task Force- Member 1985 -86 Metro Council Regional Housing Task Force - Member 1990 - STATE: LEAGUE OF MINESOTA MUNICIPALITIES* Board of Directors 1969 -71 Vice - President 1971 -72 President 1972 -73 Past President 1973 ** * Name has since changed to the League of Minnesota Cities. * *Resigned to be employed by the League in the position of Legislative Representative. Philip Q. Cohen Resume -Page 3 CIVIC ACTIVITY EEducat_ton: Brooklyn Center Council for Better Schools- President 1957 -60 Brooklyn Center Dist.286 School Future's Comm. Chairman 1978 -81 North Hennepin Community College Foundation Board 1982 -88 Board Secretary 1982 -84 Vice - President 1985 -86 Civic Organizations Brooklyn Center Citizens for Better Government Co- Founder & Member 1960 -date President 1986 -date Brooklyn Center Chamber of Commerce- Co- Founder & Member 1963 -date Brooklyn Center Lions Club Member 1963 -74 President 1968 -69 Brooklyn Center Rotary Club Charter Member 1978 -date Brooklyn Center Charitable Foundation, President 1988 -date Youth Baseball- Babe Ruth & Legion Baseball North Suburban Sr. Babe Ruth League- President 1973 -81 Brooklyn Center Babe Ruth League -Board Member 1969 -78 Minnesota State Babe Ruth Board Member & Ass't State Commissioner 1977 -80 Brooklyn Center Legion 4th of July Tournament - Chair. 1973 -date Advisory Boards N. W. YMCA- Board Member 1980 -82 Philip Q. Cohen Resume -Page 4 City of Brooklyn Cente Brooklyn Center Housing Comm. 1979 -Date Brooklyn Center Mayor's Traffic Committee Chairman 1983 -86 Brooklyn Center Elderly Housing Task Force Member & Chairman Project Development Comm. 1980 -85 Brooklyn Center Crime Prevention Comm-Pres. 1982 -87 HONORS Distinguised Service Award Outstanding Young Man - Brooklyn Center Jaycees. 1963 Distinguished Service Award One of 10 Oustanding Young Men- Minnesota Jaycees. 1963 lo Who's Who in the Upper Midwest. 1963 C.C. Ludwig - Outstanding Municipal Service - League of Minnesota Municipalities. 1971 Brooklyn Center Recognition from Local Civic Groups. 1977 Minnesota NAHRO Community Development Award. 1982 Metropolitan Council- Recognition for service Long Term Care Study Committee. 1986 City of Brooklyn Center- All-America City Committee. 1986 Brooklyn Center Rotary - Paul Harris Fellow. 1986 Brooklyn Center Crime Prevention Fund- Recogniton /Founder & First President. 1987 Ulysses5 Boyd 4802 Azelia Avenue No. Brooklyn Center, MN Candidate for City Council Profile of the Applicant Age: 72 Occupation: Retired in 1974 after years as a Medical Laboratory Technologist Serology Technician, United States Department of the Army Retired Businessman Hometown: Brooklyn Center, Minnesota Education: 1943: Medical Technician Course U.S Army 1944: Medical Technician Sanitarian U.S. Army 1944: Medical Aid Instructor U.S. Army 1968: Medical Field Service School Department of + resident Studies U.S. Army 1947 -1950: University of Minnesota World Politics, International Relations, Science Courses, Business Courses. 1974: Metropolitan State University, B.A. Family: Wife, Lorrd; one son, three grandchildren AWARDS 1. Certificate of Distiction, The Minnesota American Legion February, 1988 2. Certificate of Distiction, The Minnesota American Legion December, 1988 3. Business Professionals of America 1988 4. Business Professionals of America 1989 5. Distributive Educational Clubs of America 1987 6. The United Way of Minneapolis Area 1988 7. Certificate of Appreciation, Department of the Army, 1974 8. Certificate of Appreciation, Youth Leadership Program, Toastmasters International. 1986 9. Honors Award for Outstanding Accomplishment in the Total Toastmasters Program. 1988 10. Outstanding Service as a Youth Leadership Coordinator, Toastmasters International. 1988 11. Development of Leadership Skills, Toastmasters International 1988 12. Distinguished Service Honor, Toastmasters International, 1990 Personal: Native of South Carolina Organized and coordinated the first speech craft program in a senior citizen center in the twin city area Served as a judge for the Rotary Youth Exchange Speech Preparation Program. 1988 Y Guest Speaker, Omptimist international, Minneapolis Northside Club. Member of Speakers bureau, American Cancer Society Member; Citizens Advisory Council School District 281 Member; Brooklyn Center Charter Commission, Brooklyn Center It is very important that Brooklyn Center develop a 20 -30 year plan for the city, one that will emcompass all possible problems of tomorrow as well as unforseen combinations of circumstances, such as a plan would or should be feasible as to changes or revisions as necessary at intervals of (5) years. Brooklyn Center is an ideal place to live, an All - American City. In worrds similiar to those of a famed Minnesotan, Floyd B. Losen, What Brooklyn Center has struggled to win, it must fight to retain for tomorrow. December 27, 1990 Gerald Splinter City Manager 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Dear Mr. Splinter: My name is Steven Bowe. I am writing to apply for the open city council seat. My wife Denise and I have been married for eight years and have two daughters, Andrea, age seven and Courtney, age four. We have owned our home at 5651 Dupont Avenue North since August 1988. We belong to church of Our Lady of Victory. I graduated from Austin High School in 1979. I attended Austin Vo- Tech for one year studying carpentry. I then enlisted in the United States Marine Corp, serving four years; I was honorably discharged in July 1984 and returned to Minnesota. Using my seven years of food service experience prior to and including the Marine Corp, I obtained employment in the food service industry. I moved into management within a year managing a commissary for a vending company. For the past four years I have held management positions for Radisson Hotels International. I am currently Purchasing Agent for Radisson Plaza Hotel Minneapolis. I had the opportunity to help prepare the hotel for soviet president Gorbachev's visit in June, for which I received a certificate of appreciation and letter from Governor and Mrs. Perpich. I recently became eligible and am planning to apply for membership in the American Legion. My civic duties have included serving on the Earle Brown Days parade committee and teaching woodworking through Community Education to third, fourth, and fifth graders. My wife and I became involved in the Brooklyn Center Junior Royalty program when our daughter Andrea was crowned First Princess, 1989- 1990; through that program, we had the opportunity to volunteer our time at the Earle Brown Farm grand opening gala ball. We have been asked by Jackie Graham to continue participating in the Junior Royalty program. I would like to be more involved in developing the future of Brooklyn Center while maintaining a hometown atmosphere and quality of living. Thank you for considering me for the position of city council member. You may contact me at home 566 -4036, or at work 337 -9743 if you have questions or need further information. Sincerely, � Steven K. Bowe December 28, 1990 Mr. Jerry Splinter City Manager Of Brooklyn Center 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy Brooklyn Center, MN Mr Splinter: Enclosed for your review is my considered fitness and credibilities for filling the Council vacancy. I am available, and would furnish references upon request. Sincerely, Nancy L. Carlson NANCY LOUISE CARLSON BIRTH DATE: 8/30/39 6024 ALDRICH AVE NORTH BROOKLYN CENTER, MN 55430 (612)561 -1387 - HOME (612)379 -5930 - WORK OBJECTIVE To obtain the Council Person's position, which can capitalize on my 30 years of adult experience, including decision making, organizational and hope for the future. SU MMARY OF MAJOR Q Residence: I have resided along with my husband Jerome, in Brooklyn Center for 30 years. I have one son, Paul and raised one foster child Thomas. Major Community Service and Projects: 1960 Member of the State Committee for the election of John F. Kennedy. Member of the Minneapolis League of Women Voters 1960/61 Member of the Brooklyn Center Citizens Committee for the Building of the Brooklyn Center High School 1961/1970 Member of both Earl Brown and BC High School's PTA, (one term as secretary). Member of the Brooklyn Center High School Athletic Booster Club fund raising committee. Member of the Park Board. Hockey Organization. Participated as a member of Hennepin County Foster Parent Committee. Sponsor in the Big Sisters Organization. Served in the Scouting Program, my husband was the leader of the Explorer /Cub scouts. My contribution was Fund Raising and organization of the Social events. Page Two NANCY L. CARLSON Community Service Continued 1970/80 Served as director for the corporate community to organize the Home collection drive for United Way (2- years) Served on The Volunteer Citizen Board for the Senior High Raise on 18th and Central; Mpls. Worked as a volunteer advocate for the visiting nurse. Elected to serve on the State DFL Central Committee, Senate District Committee. Volunteered many hours to local elections. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE September 1964/1972 Sears, Roebuck and Company 1291 Brookdale Center Brooklyn Center, Mn 55430 Supervisor in the Customer Service Department 1972/1990 Sears, Roebuck and Company 2700 Winter Street N.E. Minneapolis, Mn 55413 Executive Secretary to the Regional Controller and presently Executive Secretary to the Region Business Manager of Home Entertainment and Home Appliances. Confidential Dealings: Staff Meeting Minutes, Maintenance of Executive Salary Book, Severance Agreements, Disciplinary Action Memos, Search Firm Coordination, and Executive Personnel File Maintenance. Social Interaction: Dealings with CEO's, Executives, and Corporate Personnel, customers and Sources. General Contracting N Construction Management C Commercial and Residentlat Noah Bridges Carpentry 566 -8850 Insurance, Repairs 8712 Emerson Ave. N. ELECTION COMMIT T EE Builder & Designer Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 SITU OF BROOKT,YN CENTER. P %II�TwT DECEMBER P6. I990. I AM FORM,QLLY APPT,YTNG FOIQ TH COUNCIT SEAT 1 1TACIATED AS A � SULT OF TODT) PAULSON REC014TNG NAYCi. )F BROOKT,Tr ,1 r iTmT��. I H V , BF RESIDET'TT OF - BROOKLYN SI? �: I�BI. I -AVE �',T�Pi1 ;TIED T? �i mC ��SUt E FOP YOUR, '`t A1rD LGO� 1;0� ARD TO TTLr�I ?I dG FROP YOU, R SP ECTF'ILLY . RRTDC3 S SUMS B. Noah Bridges 6712 Emerson Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 (612) 566 -8850 EDUCATION University of Minnesota B.A.S. Degree 1977 General College Human Service Generalist Minneapolis, MN 55455 Certificate awarded 1977 Minor:Business /Marketing St. Paul Vocational Institute Carpenter Apprentice 234 Marshall Avenue Journeyman status St. Paul, MN awarded 1981 WORK EXPERIENCE Noah Bridges Carpentry April 1979 to present 6712 Emerson Avenue N. Brookyln Center, MN 55430 Owner general contracting firm. Duties include: -On site construction management. - Carpentry including both residential and commercial Projects. Includes all duties from framing to finishing. - Bidding and work -up on projects. - Coordinating and supervision of two to seventeen men crews. - Budgeting and accounting of all building projects . Researching and securing financing for various projects such as commercial and residential mortgages. - Payroll and tax accounting used in small business. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Brooklyn Center National and Coach /Manager for boys American Little Leagues baseball and girls 1984 to 1990 softball Brooklyn Center Youth President of the local Hockey Association hockey association 1989 thru 1991 seasons Ages 6 -15 Brooklyn Center Athletic Treasurer Booster Association 1989 -1990 s REFERENCES Pastor Bob Warwick 7510 Hudson Blvd. Church on Mt. Zion Lake Elmo, MN 55402 (612) 731 -2222 Kim Klefsaas 5900 Humboldt Ave. N. Educator and Christian Brooklyn Ctr., MN 55430 Camp Director (612) 561 -4480 Pastor Bob Cottingham 1200 -69 Avenue N. Lutheran Church of the Brooklyn Ctr., MN 55430 Master Wayne Finley 5900 Humboldt Ave. N. Educator and youth hockey Brooklyn Ctr., MN 55430 coach (612) 561 -4481 D ecember 23, 199 Gerald S M an a ger City of Broo C 6301 Shingle C Par Brooklyn Center. MN. 55430 Gear Mr. Splinter: Thy purpose of this letter `s to make formal application for appointment by the City Council to the vacant Council position resulting from Tod Paulson's ulection to the mayor's position. I understand that there is no normal application to complete, but that I am to forward a letter of interest to you. What follows s a br ie_i� .�ut�:�i ne of som €� of my educational and work e,up over the years, plus a li sting f pert i nent vo <mctiviti iii which 1 have pcarticipa E ducational ly, i have ._ deqree in History y anib Political Science f rom G u s t a v u s Adolphus LoiNge in S t e L t o i . _ , M i H n a s o t a. Over the Years, I have taken post. - graduate courses at the University of Minnesota in Educat:.ional_ Administration and Public Administration. In the course of my active years of employment.. T have attended many workshops and seminars in my chosen field and i n the general arras of leadersh and management, On July i , 1990, I took early retirement from my position of Director of Employee Relations with the Minnesota ;Department of Education. I served in ti'iat position from 1980 to 1900. The duties of the position involved total responsibility for managing the personnel and labor relations functions of the Department of Education. The personnel function involved: affirmative action, job classification, compensation, recruiting and testing applicants, training and development, benefits administration and employee health and safety programs. The labor relations f'uric:tion included. sere i ng or the statewide labor negotiating team., administering labor contracts, grievance administration, unit det.r rminot. ion before the Bureau of Mediation Services and participating on various labor /management committees. Prior to assuming i71y po sition with the Department of education, I served as an Assistant Commissioner with the State Department of Employee Relations for many years. That agency is the central, personnel /labor agency for the State of Mi nnesota. Over the years in that position. _ iiianaged stat ?wide programs in job classification, compensation and benefits, training and development, personnel research, plus several other programs. Under both the Perpich and Quie administrations, I served as the Governor's designee for the federal. Intergovernmental Personne.r_ Act which involved the approving and funding of local (state. cOunty and city) 1nnovaLivc� personnel and related management projects. (One project I recall was the funding of a project which provided for an 'itinerate city manager for several small cities in southwestern Minnesota.) As the Governor's designee, I chaired the Governor's Advisory Committee appointed far that program. 'This Committee had representatives from the League of Cities and the Association of Minnesota Counties. As to volunteer work, I have been active in Brooklyn Center city affairs ever since moving here• in January, 1960. 1 was appointed by the mayor in 1962 to serve as a member of the Brooklyn Center Government Study Committee which met for two years. The work of the Committee, resulted in an election by city residents to change from village status to city status and to adopt a home rti. le chart -- =r. I served on Che Charter commi ss - ion from 1964 to 1965. After a few years rest, I was again appointed to the Charter Commission and served from 19 r' to 1988. Curing that period of time, I held t1he offices of Treasurer, Vice ::hair and Chair. While Chair of the Charter Commission, the citizens of Brooklyn Center were g1 v4 =n the opportunity try vote for' a charter change which resulted in a change in the years in which local elections were held. While controversial at the time, the change was ;'proposed by the Charter' C ommission s i on sand the City y Council. It was adopted by the electorate. L=videnc} since the charter change, shows that there has been increased citizen participation in local elections and the city fh s saved money. In the personal. areas of my iffy, I have been active in Professional organizations and in my church where I have served in many - capacities, including serving as President of the Church Council. In making this application, it. is my desire- only to serve the city and its citizens to best of rriy ability. I have no personal agenda. I have much to learn regarding the issues facing the city at this tune. However. because I am retired, I do have the time to spend learning and analyzing these issues before acting on them in any official capacity. I would appreciate it if you would forward this letter to the City Council f=or its r<wvi =,w and considerati0n. If more information is needed, please contact me. Sincerely, )61.1 Conn H. Escher 3107 -65th Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN. 55429+ Telephone: 561 --4533 JON PEREINS EDINA REALTY 7100 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55429 (612) 566 -5770 December 26, 1990 Members of the City Council City of Brooklyn Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Dear Council - members: The intent of this letter is to formalize my application for the City Council seat which will be vacated by Mr. Todd Paulson. As I have discussed with each of you, and demonstrated by my consistent attendance at the city council meetings, I have a strong desire to serve the people of our community as a member of the Brooklyn Center City Council. I am a graduate of the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a strong background in Finance and Marketing. This education, combined with my business experience, will give me a strong basis for the financial aspects of city operations. I have worked as a Realtor since 1985, becoming one of the top agents at Edina Realty. Housing is a very important factor in a community, especially a community such as Brooklyn Center. Our housing stock is becoming older, and the decisions which are made in the next decade regarding housing issues will have a strong impact on the future of our city. I am working with the people of our city and neighboring suburbs on a daily basis. I am very familiar with the housing issues which relate to the current and future residents of Brooklyn Center. I am also a member of Brooklyn Center's Housing Commission. This has given me an opportunity to work with members of the community to address their concerns regarding housing issues, and to help implement a process to plan for the future. I am available to meet with any of you in person, or talk to you on the phone, if you have specific questions you want answered or if you desire more information. Feel free to call me at my office 569 5645 or at home 560 -8755. Si c ely J Pe ins MlS 1� Ed- RnIty is a Metropolitan Financial Corporation company, h W OF December 18, 1990 6312 Brooklyn Drive Brooklyn Center, Mn. 55430 Brooklyn Center City Council 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, Mn. 55430 Dear Sirs or Madame; Please consider me for the opening on the Brooklyn Center City Council. I have been a resident since 1985. After I got married and started a family, I gradually became more interested in our local government. Last May, I was appointed to the Human Rights and Resources Commission, a task I have enjoyed. My biggest delight about that position is that it gives me a direct source of information about current problems and some possible solutions that are facing our city. My education consists of a Masters of Business Administration in Operations Management from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Southwest State University in Marshall. The graduate program at the University of Minnesota gave me the ability to analyze problems systematically and work toward solutions that encompassed not only the main problem but also extenuating ones as well. I managed a restaurant for three years after graduating from college. For the past year, I have not worked outside the home, so I have had the time to do some interesting volunteer work. For two and a half years, I have worked one night a week at St. Joseph's Home for Children. I am the treasurer of the women's group at our church, St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. Additionally, I teach religion classes on Sundays. I have two children, aged two and a half and seven months. Because of them and a growing awareness of the current challenges our city faces, I would like to be considered for the vacancy on the City Council. I am an energetic and hard - working person who will serve the city and its residents thoughtfully and responsibly. Please review my resume. If you have any questions or need to contact me, please do so by phone (566 -3114) or at the above address. Sincerely, 7 t� Kathleen Carmody KATHLEEN CARMODY 6312 Brooklyn Drive Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 (612) 566 -3114 EXPERIENCE: Commissioner -Human Rights & Res. May,1990- current City of Brooklyn Center Treasurer, Council of Cath. Women May 1990- current St. Alphonsus Catholic Church Brooklyn Center, Mn. Front Desk Clerk Sept. 1987 -Sept. 1989 Days Inn North Brooklyn Center, Mn. Associate Manager October 1983 -March 1986 Rax Restaurants, Inc. Minneapolis, Mn. Managed daily work shifts at the restaurant. Promoted from Assistant Manager to Associate Manager in 1984. Created an incentive plan that doubled as a training program. Responsibilities included: * Personnel activities such as hiring, performance reviews, warnings and terminations. * Cost control and cash management. * Customer relations. * Preparing weekly P &L statements. * Training several Assistant Managers. Night Auditor May 1983 - September 1983 Dunfey -Omni Hotels Minneapolis, Mn. EDUCATION: University of Minnesota Minneapolis, Mn. School of Management MBA degree awarded June of 1987 Concentration: Operations Management *Field Project: Analyzed Minnegasco's inventory accounting system and proposed a solution to its problems. • Project: Proposed an MRP I system for Excello to fit its manufacturing environment. • Project: Used a custom computer program to solve a bakery distribution problem. • Case Studies: Analyzed various methods such as JIT, MRP, PERT, and GANT charts. * P.C. Programs: Operated Lotus 123, Easy Flow, and Word Perfect. Southwest State University Marshall, Mn. Bachelor of Science -Hotel and Restaurant Management May 1983 Graduated Cum Laude * Projects included a Food and Beverage analysis for Radisson Hotels, a Sales and Marketing analysis for Holiday Inn Intern - national Hotel, and a Marketing analysis for Radisson Hotels. REFTMEN Available upon request. quest. December 26, 1990 Brooklyn Center City Council c/o Brooklyn Center City Offices Civic Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 RE: Application for City Council vacancy. Dear Brooklyn Center City Council Members: I am applying for the city council vacancy that will occur on January 2, 1991. I have been a resident and homeowner in Brooklyn Center for over eight years. As both a resident and a parent, I have a deep concern for the important issues facing Brooklyn Center. A key concern is the growing crime and drug problems that all municipalities are facing. I have been a prosecutor for the past nine years in Hennepin County and have had extensive experience with the crime problems faced by Brooklyn Center and other Hennepin County cities. Prior to becoming a prosecutor, I worked with both the Minneapolis and St. Paul police departments and am very familiar with the problems and dangers that police officers encounter on a daily basis. As a parent of a preschooler, I am very interested in the programs and services that are available for children in Brooklyn Center. I would like to assist in the city's ability to expand these services without increasing the burden to the city budget. Both my work with Hennepin County for the past nine years and my administrative experience with the St. Paul Police Department have thoroughly familiarize me with the budget processes for local governments. I have frequently had to make recommendations as to where budgets should be cut, expanded or frozen. This experience should prove useful to the council as it deals with the difficult budget problems resulting from the State of Minnesota's projected revenue shortfall. As a member of my union's governing board, I have also had extensive experience in union contract negotiations. I have served as both a Commissioner and Commission Secretary with the Brooklyn Center Charter Commission. I have also been active as a volunteer with the Brooklyn Center School District's Early Childhood Education Program. r Brooklyn Center City Council Letter Page 2 Enclosed please find my resume. For your convenience, I have enclosed four additional copies of both this letter and my resume. Please contact me if you need any additional information about my background and qualifications. I would be happy to meet with the council members, either as group or on an individual basis, to discuss my application. I hope you will find that my extensive experience in law enforcement and county government, as well as my experience as a long term resident of Brooklyn Center, will be of benefit to your council. I look forward to hearing from the council. Very truly yours, Beverly J. Wolfe 1707 Amy Lane Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 (612) 348 -8794 (work) (612) 566 -3889 (home) enc. BEVERLY J. WOLFE 1707 Amy Lane Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 (612) 348 -8794 (work) (612) 566 -3889 (home) LEGAL EXPERIENCE: 1981- Assistant Hennepin County Attorney: Hennepin Present County Attorney's Office, Mpls., MN. Criminal Division (1990- Present): Supervise all gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor prosecutions; charge and prosecute hazardous waste cases; supervise fugitive complaints; handle daily felony arraignment calender; monitor law clerk assignments and budgets. Appellate Section (1981 -90): Researched, wrote and submitted 200 + briefs and motions to federal and state appellate courts for felony criminal cases. Presented 60+ appellate oral arguments. Prevailed in having over 99% of state's cases affirmed on appeal. Speaker for legal and community groups on criminal justice and appellate practice topics. Advised trial is attorneys and police officers. Juvenile Prosecution Unit (1984): Charged 250+ juvenile delinquency petitions and tried 26 cases. Handled monthly calender assignments. Advised police officers, social workers and school officials. 1987 -89 Adjunct Professor of Law: Hamline University School of Law, St. Paul, MN. Taught appellate writing /oral advocacy skills. OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE: 1981 -82 Research Consultant: Police Foundation, Washington, D.C. Consultant for management study on the Minneapolis Police Department. Accompanied police officers on 150+ tours of duty, wrote daily reports and study summary. 1977 -78 Administrative Intern: St. Paul Police Dept., MN. Established office procedures, maintained daily records and police logs, supervised citizen volunteers for local police team unit. Beverly J. Wolfe Page 2 COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: 1989- City of Brooklyn Center Charter Commission: Present Commissioner and Commission Secretary (1990) Debate and oversee changes to city charter. 1990- Brooklyn Center Early Childhood Education Program: Present Volunteer for census count of preschool children for the Brooklyn Center School District; assist with the planning of special activities for preschool children. 1984 -90 Senate District 47 - DFL: Volunteer for political campaigns, district conventions and precinct caucus convener. PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES: 1982- Hennepin County Union of Lawyers and Other Present Professionals (AFSCME - Dist.14, Local 9): Union officer and governing board member. Participate in establishing union agenda and contract negotiations. 1985- Minnesota County Attorneys Association's Appellate Present Committee: Member and serve as counsel for amicus curiae briefs in felony criminal cases. 1985 -90 Minnesota State Bar Association: Criminal Law Section 1985 -90 Hennepin County Bar Association: The Hennepin Lawyer Editor for Nov. -Dec. 1987 issue. Associate Editor for July -Aug. 1988 and March -April 1987 issues. 1981 -90 Minnesota Women Lawyers: Co -Chair of Membership Committee (1989 -91) From 1989 -90, increased membership by 35 %. ADMITTED TO PRACTICE: 1986 U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota 1984 U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit 1981 Minnesota Supreme Court Beverly J. Wolfe Page 3 PUBLICATIONS: Wolfe, Prosecution Appeals in Minnesota; Time to Modify the "Critical Impact" Test Barrier 9 Hamline J. Pub. L & Pol'y'251 (1989). Comment, Applicability of the Exclusionary Rule to Illegal OSHA Inspections• Savina Home Industries, Inc. v. Secretary of Labor 64 Minn. L. Rev. 789 (1980). EDUCATION: Legal University of Minnesota Law School, Mpls., MN. J.D., June 1981 Honors: cum lau Minnesota Law Review (1979 -81) College University of Minnesota - College of Liberal Arts Mpls., MN. B.A., June 1978 Major: Political Science Minor (specialization): Criminal Justice Studies Honors: summa cum laude Phi Beta Kappa { • n JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FIRE TRAINING ASSOCIATION THIS AGREEMENT made by and between the City of Fridley ( "Fridley ") , the City of Columbia Heights ( "Columbia Heights "), the City of Brooklyn Center ( "Brooklyn Center "), the City of Spring Lake Park ( "Spring Lake Park ") , the City of Blaine, ( "Blaine ") , and the City of Mounds View, ( "Mounds View "), each being a Minnesota municipal corporation, which together shall form the Fire Training Association (the "Association "). WHEREAS, each party to this Agreement desires a facility to train members of its fire department; and WHEREAS, it is more economical for the parties of this Agreement to jointly and collectively construct, use, and maintain a fire training facility rather than each party constructing and maintaining its own facility; and WHEREAS, Fridley, Columbia Heights, Brooklyn Center, Spring Lake Park, Blaine, and Mounds View are authorized to enter into an Agreement for the joint and cooperative exercise of powers common to them pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 471.59 et seq.; and WHEREAS, the cities of Spring Lake Park, Blaine and Mounds View are provided fire protection services by the Spring Lake Park Fire Department, Inc., a Minnesota non - profit corporation; Joint Powers Agreement Page 2 NOW, THEREFORE, the undersigned governmental units and the Association in the joint and mutual exercise of their powers agree to jointly construct and maintain a fire training facility in accordance with the following terms: 1. The Fire Training Association shall consist of four member departments. For purposes of this Agreement, Spring Lake Park, Blaine and Mounds View shall be collectively considered one Member and have one representative on the Chiefs' Board. Spring Lake Park, Blaine and Mounds View appoint the Spring Lake Park Fire Department, Inc. as their agent, which together with the cities of Fridley, Columbia Heights, and Brooklyn Center shall be known as the ( "Member Departments "). 3. Fire Training Facility. The training facility shall consist of a training tower and burn room and other elements of training as determined and recommended by an Operations Committee (Paragraph 13 hereof) and approved by the Chiefs' Board. 4. Facility Site. The facility shall be constructed on property owned by the City of Fridley and located at 348 71st Avenue NE, Fridley, Minnesota. The Member Departments and the City of Fridley hereby agree to execute a twenty -five (25) year lease of the property from Fridley to the Fire Training Association in consideration of the payment of $25 for the lease term. 5. Ownership. Ownership of the facility, excluding land, shall be jointly held by the Association. Joint Powers Agreement Page 3 6. Initial Construction. Initial Construction costs are projected to be $200,000, which shall be shared equally by the parties. The initial construction costs shall not exceed $200,000 without prior approval of each Member Department's City Council. Each Member Department shall pay its cost allocation for the facility construction pursuant to the payment schedule unanimously approved by the Chiefs' Board. 7. Operating Agent. The Operating Agent shall have authority, on behalf of the Association, to pay costs authorized under the Operating Budget for the training site, and any additional expenses unanimously approved by the Chiefs' Board. An annual Operating Budget shall be forecast in the third quarter of each year for the following year's operation of the site. The 1991 Operating Budget is projected to be $6,000. The City of Fridley is appointed as the initial operating agent. The Chiefs' Board shall have the authority to name an alternate department to take on this responsibility as it deems necessary. The Chiefs' Board is specifically empowered to set a limit on the yearly operating costs. Failure of a Member Department to pay its proportional share of the yearly operating costs or additional expenses unanimously approved by the Chiefs' Board shall be grounds for removal of that Department upon the sole discretion of 0 a majority vote of the Chiefs' Board. Joint Powers Agreement Page 4 8. Agent for Construction. The member Departments specifically authorize the City of Fridley to act as the Agent for Construction of the facility on their behalf. The Agent for Construction is empowered to commission designs for the facility according to the specifications approved by the Chiefs' Board. Following approval by the Chiefs' Board, the Agent for Construction shall cause bids to be taken for the construction and shall present the final bids to the Chiefs' Board for ratification. Once the bids and specifications have been approved by the Chiefs' Board, the Agent for Construction shall have the power to award the contracts and bind the Member Departments to the contracts so awarded. 9. Repairs and Improvements. If recommended by the Operations Committee and approved by the Chiefs' Board in advance and ratified by each of the Member Department's City Councils, all major repairs, replacements, additions/ improvements shall be equally assessed against each Member Department. 10. Insurance. The Association shall purchase policy(ies) of insurance in forms and amounts to protect its insurable interests in the value of the site's improvement against perils of fire, theft, vandalism and Acts of God, and to protect the financial interests of Association, parties, their agents and employees, against all claims or lawsuits, including expenses and attorney fees, arising from the ownership, design, operation, and maintenance of the facility. The policy(ies') limits, Joint Powers Agreement Page 5 terms and conditions shall be acceptable to each party. Costs of insurance shall be apportioned equally to each Member Department. 11. Facility Use. Each Member Department shall be entitled to equal use of the facility, subject to advance scheduling through the Operations Committee under the rules and guidelines established by the Chiefs' Board. 12. Use By Others. The Chiefs' Board shall establish guidelines for use of the facility by others for a fee. The Operations Committee shall carry out the guidelines and shall be in charge of scheduling and collection of rents /fees. No rental shall be scheduled so as to conflict with any scheduled activity by a Member 0 Department. Any rents /fees collected in excess of current year operating expenses may, at the Chiefs' Board's discretion, be retained for repair, improvements to the facility, future operating expenses, or returned to the Member Departments. 13. Chiefs' Board. The Chiefs' Board shall consist of the Fire Chief or the Fire Chiefs' designee of each Member Department, unless another representative is designated by the City Council of a member. The Board shall act by majority vote of a quorum present at a board meeting (unless unanimous approval is required by this Agreement) duly called by a member of the Board upon notice given to all members by mail 20 days in advance of the meeting. 0 The Board may act without a meeting by a unanimous writing in lieu of a meeting. Joint Powers Agreement Page 6 14. Operations Committee. The Operations Committee shall consist of a firefighter /officer appointed by the Fire Chief of each Member Department. 15. Indemnification. Each non - Member Department or organization using the facility shall fully indemnify the Member Departments against all loss, damage liability claims, suits, judgments, costs and expenses by reason of loss of or damage to property and injury to or death of persons caused by acts or omissions of the non - member organization, its officers, agents or employees, arising from or growing out of, directly or indirectly, wholly or partly, its maintenance, operation or use of the facility. 16. Termination of Agreement. Any Member Department may terminate its participation under this Agreement by giving 60 days advance written notice of intent to terminate, directed to the attention of the remaining Members of the Chiefs' Board. The terminating Member Department has no right of refund for its share of fees or costs paid under this Agreement, and waives any and all rights and interest in the training facility. Furthermore, any city terminating its participation under this Agreement is bound to pay its proportionate share of the initial construction costs. Said city shall also be responsible for its proportionate share of outstanding operating costs through the f iscal year in which it gives notice of withdrawal. A withdrawing member shall have no claim to assets of the Association including excess Joint Powers Agreement Page 7 fees or rents collected under paragraph 12. Upon withdrawal of all Member Departments, the land and improvements shall revert to the City of Fridley. 17. Dissolution. Upon unanimous approval by the Member Departments, the dissolution of this Association may be adopted, at which time the Building and Property shall revert to the City of Fridley, and all other assets and liabilities shall be divided among the remaining Member Departments in proportion to the contribution of the remaining Member Departments. 18. Amendment. Any amendments to this Agreement require a two - thirds vote of the Members of the Chiefs' Board and must be approved by the City Councils for each party. IN WITNESS THEREOF, the undersigned have caused this Agreement to be executed by their duly authorized officers by authority of their respective governing bodies. City of Fridley City of Columbia Heights Mayor Mayor City Manager City Manager Date Date City of Brooklyn Center City of Spring Lk. Park Mayor Mayor City Manager City Manager Date Date •r Joint Powers Agreement Page 8 City of Blaine City of Mounds View Mayor Mayor City Manager City Manager Date Date training.fac \agreement OZ Gi _ r �` :; "s-za :'1 i 0 1, CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 1/29/90 Agenda Item Numbe REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: JOINT POWERS FIRE TRAINING FACILITY *********************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** DEPT. APPROVAL: Signature - title MANAGER'S REVIEW /RECOMMENDATION: :* Z22 0 * * No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached ************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * ** SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached _) Attached please find a copy of a memorandum from Fire Chief Ron Boman detailing a request and recommendation that the City of Brooklyn Center consider becoming a part of a four city joint powers agreement to build and maintain a fire training facility. The City of Fridley has taken the lead in developing a proposal which, if adopted by four cities, will provide a permanent facility for training our firefighters. The fire chief points out that this type of facility is almost a necessity if we are to keep our firefighters trained properly in entering hot and smokey buildings. This type of facility is necessary because the average fire does not give our fire department personnel enough experience in very hot and very smokey buildings that they can keep up their effectiveness in handling these intense and dangerous situations. With this type of facility, we could duplicate these difficult situations and give our veteran personnel needed retraining and our newer personnel valuable experience in handling the hottest and smokiest of fires. RECOMMENDATION: We recommend the Council pass a motion expressing preliminary approval of the concept of a joint powers agreement and instructing the city manager or his designee to proceed with finalization of a joint powers agreement to be brought back for Council approval. If a final joint powers agreement is developed and approved, it would be my recommendation to fund the initial capital cost assessment (estimate $30,000 to $50,000) for this facility out of the capital projects funds and the ongoing maintenance and operation costs of this facility out of the annual fire department budget (estimate $2,000 to $3,000 annually). t , TO: JERRY SPLINTER CITY MANAGER FROM: RON BOMAN FIRE CHIEF SUBJECT: REQUEST TO BE PART OF A 4 FIRE DEPT. CONSORTIUM BURN BUILDING DATE: DECEMBER 21, 1989 I have received some infromation from Chief Bob Aldrich of the Fridley Fire Department regarding Brooklyn Centers Fire Department interest in joining into some type of joint powers agreement in developing and constructing a training burn facility for training firefighters. I have long felt the need for a dedicated training facility for training firefighters, at the present we have a very extensive training course before a person can become a firefighter for the City�but we lack the necessary hands on type training that a facility of this type would give us. This type of facility would allow us to train firefighters under very simular conditions that they would encounter when entering a actual house or building fire something we cannot do at the present time. I will address the needs for such a facility in the next few paragraphs and also give some background on how we are presently training our firefighters and the need to up grade that training. Currently, firefighters in Brooklyn Center conduct trainin g at various locations throughout the City. These include city streets, private properties, and occupied as well as unoccupied structures. These makeshift training sites are minimally satisfactory, and are limited to basic rather that advanced fire fighting skill development. If fire fighting consisted only of water application to a burning object, it would probably be sufficient to continue training in the above fashion. The role of fire suppression forces has changed dramatically in recent years. No longer is the extinguishment of a burning structure the primary goal. Dramatic changes have occurred throughout society that have had a tremendous impact on today's fire service. the extensive utilization of high speed highways and transportation modes within the City of Brooklyn Center have necessitated the acquiring of additional skills and tools to treat injured and extricate victims of accidents. The industrialzation of the City has brought about the need to develope rescue techniques and abilities in the workplace. Hazardous material leaks, spills and toxic cloud releases have added the requirement of new tools, implements, knowledge bases to fire fighting personnel. Page 2 Multiple storied high occupancy dwellings create the need for new skills, equipment and techniques. The theory of all of the above can be taught in the classroom; but to be able to convert an understanding of theory to a ability to preform a task, it is necessary to be able to develope actual scenarios and events whereby personnel can actually perform those hands -on activities and skills that are necessary to complete the task there assigned. Inherent to firefighter training is the need to expose firefighters to live burn scenarios. In the past we have used vacant buildings that may have had undetected structural weaknesses. Use of this type of structure can also cause public inconvenience and nuisance. The uncertainty of availility of a structure for live burns also creates difficulty in the organization of a training plan and schedule. There have been many times in the past few years we have had firefighters join our fire department that have completed the classroom instruction but due to lack of any structure to burn in our city or any adjoining city, have not been subjected to any type of live training. Without being able to subject a new firefighter to any type of live burn and heat related realistic type training we do not know how a firefighter will react under fire conditions until he /she is subjected to the real scenario of fighting a fire. I feel this is a dangerous practice to continue to follow, but up until now we have had no reasonable alternative to follow or pursue. This chronic problem will remain with us in the future of having no structures to conduct live burns in. Faced with new training standards by N.F.P.A. and OSHA, the ever increasing threat of hazardous materials incidents, the public liability created by training in public streets and non city owned buildings and ongoing development of the City reducing suitable training locations, all point to the need of a dedicated training facility. A designed facility for firefighter training will increase safety factors in fire fighting, firefighter training and most certainly reduce public nuisance, criticisms and inconvenience. When we take into consideration that we have no place in Brooklyn Center large and remote enough to house a training facility and not generate complainants while being used, the prospal to join with four (4) other Cities to build such a facility would be a excellent decision to make. This proposal would use land presently owned by the City of Fridley located immediatley east of the Columbia Arena, it would consist of a 3 story metal drill tower with an attached live burn room. Page 3 A drafting /pump test pit as well as a fammable liquids burn pit and an area to train on wrecked cars. This prospal would cost the City of Brooklyn Center between $35,000 and $50,000 for its share in the project with the balance being divided equally between the other communities of Fridley, Columbia Heights, Spring lake Park. Chief Aldrich from Fridley would like to meet as soon a possiable to start to draw up a joint powers agreement for the Cities involved and also get some more accurate figures for the cost of building the facility, the amount I have quoted in this letter would be the maximum amounts Brooklyn Center would have to budget for. There would be some yearly fee for maintaining this facility but this would not be extreamly costly to maintain. I would appreciate your comments and help in presenting this to the council so Brooklyn Centers Fire Department Can become a part of this much needed training facility. TRAIN TOWER 10DE FT -6 = o� p L w i The largest and most versatile "Ready -To- Assemble" Training Tower pj O c available to the fire service today. Z Z o The Model FT -6 contains as standard features: Q r- TOWER: Three full floors with attic area above. Stairs and Decks. W .j O W Floor space measuring 25'4" x 25'4 ". A 16 degree sloping k —.1 W roof, 34'11" on the high side and 27'6" on the low side. „11— Z 0 Roof mounted vent hatch. O SHED ROOF:A sloping roof attached to the side of the tower containing Q r a roof hatch for low level ventilation drill. This roof _ extends 14'6" from the Tower and spans the 25'4" dimension. ;, O ' i � J 5 � tray be enclosed if desired for storage purposes. It is r Z Z U, i " 1 3'3" on the high side and 14'0" at the eave. O o o i W �F� BALCC':Y: The FT -6 design includes a second floor balcony with door. a w Z , The balcony extends 4'0' from the Tower and is 7'0" wide. J LLz 10' -0" r t:o S . ANNEX : Located on the side of the Tower, this larger, 14'1'z" x W _j LU Z ~� 25'4° room accommodates partitions if desired and can be 4 converted to a Live Fire Burn Room with the selection of the 0<> o optional Burn Room Kit. 0-J 6 Q WQ �d a r ! ACCESSABILITY: Q � — j With the shed roof and burn room positioned on the sides of _ 111 ? the Tower, both the front and rear of the Tower are available ►' for ground ladder work. `b' W n We sincerely believe that you will find that this advancement in Tower 0 Z design represents the finest "Hands -On" training tool available to the F O Q F J �; Fire Service and is offered at an "affordable" price. ; t Q �1 __ CL a �} e it W 1 _� mZo � r 7 o AA � y )anvsville, WI Page 9 Iq Licenses to be approved by the City Council on January 2, 1991: CIGARETTE Holiday Inn 2200 Freeway Blvd. K -Mart 5930 Earle Brown Dr. Neil's Total 1505 69th Ave. N. Total Petroleum 6830 Brooklyn Blvd. Wes' Amoco 6044 Brooklyn Blvd. Deputy Jerk GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Davies Water Equipment Co. 4010 Lakebreeze Ave. N. U Deputy (Lerk LODGING ESTABLISHMENT Holiday Inn 2200 Freeway Blvd. �f1_ Sanitarian MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Gopher Heating & Sheet Metal 4815 W. 123rd Street [ . • t �✓YIf). Building Official - J POOL AND BILLIARDS TABLES /�" CDL 1317 N. Hwy. 169 Brooklyn Center Community Center 6301 Shingle Ck. Pkwy. Deputy (fterk PUBLIC DANCE Holiday Inn 2200 Freeway Blvd. Deputy dierk �? GENERAL APPROVAL: PC P. Page, Depuky Clerk