HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982 01-11 CCM Regular Session =•a
MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF
HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
JANUARY 11, 1982
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order
by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Dean Nyquist, Councilmembers Tony Kuefler, Bill Fignar, Gene Lhotka, and Celia
Scott. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Finance Paul
Holmlund, Director of Planning & Inspection Ron Warren, Assistant City Engineer Jim
Grube, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, and Administrative Assistants Brad Hoffman
and Tom Bubl;itz. Also present were Councilmen -elect Bill Hawes and Rich Theis.
INVOCATION
The invocation was offered by Pastor McFarland of Brooklyn Center Church of Christ.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES - DECEMBER 21, 1981
There was a motion by Councilmember Fignar and seconded by Councilmember Kuefler to
approve the minutes of the City Council meeting of December 21 1981 as submitted.
Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Kuefler, Fignar, and Lhotka. Voting
against; none. The motion passed. Councilmember Scott abstained from the vote as
she was not present at the December 21, 1981 meeting.
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OPEN FORUM
Mayor Nyquist noted the Council had not received any requests to use the Open Forum `
session at this evening's meeting. He inquired of the audience if there was anyone
present who wished to use the Open Forum session, there being none, he proceeded
with the regular agenda items:
ADJOURN 1981 COUNCIL
Mayor Nyquist thanked Councilmember Kuefler and Councilmember Fignar for their service
to the community over the past nine years and expressed the thought that their vast
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Councilmember Kuefler thanked the citizens of Brooklyn Center for electing him to
three terms in office and noted that he would do it all over again and recommends
it very highly. He stated that he has enjoyed working, over the past nine years,
with the City's Park & Recreation Commission and that he is proud of the work they
did and of the contribution they made to the improvement of City parks. He stated
that another issue he considered noteworthy was the utilization of economy cars
for the Police Department and City staff in 1974. He stated that Brooklyn Center
was one of the first: cities to use economy cars in this fashion and that they were
a leader in this area.
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important in the delivery of services in the future with its great use of volunteers::.
He stated the City was fortunate to have Madeleine Roche serve as the Executive
Director of CEAP'and noted that a person of such great compassion does not come;
along too often.
Councilmember Kuefler also stated that he believes progress has been made in the
area of Department head salaries and that he would encourage the City Council to
continue the work in this area to allow the City to continue to attract top quality
people to Department head positions, noting that the goal would be fairness for
the Department head and also for the taxpayers
Councilmember Kuefler stated that he felt positive about the growth and development
of the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities and that he believed this is a-
very important organization to continue. He also stated he is pleased with the
commercial development in the City and believes the Council has been able to work
with Developers for positive development.
t In conclusion, Councilmember Kuefler stated that he would like to thank the City
Manager and City staff noting that he believes the City has an excellent staff.
He also thanked the members of the City Advisory Commissions stating that their
involvement has been very good and is important to the City. He also thanked past
Mayor Cohen and Mayor Nyquist -and finally thanked his wife. He added that he would
dike to offer best wishes to the new City Councilmen.
Members of the City Council and staff and members the audience proceeded to give
a standing ovation to Councilmember Tony Kuefler.
Mayor Nyquist recognized Councilmember Fignar who proceeded to recount the story of
t how the Director of Finance, shortly after he was elected as a Councilman, explained
the City's pension plan to him. He pointed out that the 'Director of Finance explained
to him that in order to receive a pension he would have to serve on the Council for
ten years. He noted that he will be retiring from the Council with only nine years.,
of service and would not be eligible for pension and jokingly pointed out that
serving on the Council to receive a pension was not a very good reason to serve_
He noted that he was elected in 1972 and at that time the population of Brooklyn
Center was 36,000, and that today the population is somewhat over 31 He noted
the growth in City employees from 112 in 1972 to 129 today and that he believes
the service to the residents of Brooklyn Center has increased accordingly over
those years.
Councilmember Fignar stated that he was fortunate to have input into the origins
of the Housing Commission, noting that he worked on the creation of the City's first
Housing Commission. He stated the Commission has accomplished some good work over
the years and has developed a good housing maintenance ordinance. He noted that be
believes the Industrial Revenue Bond Program was important to the development of
the City. He also observed that, although CEAP has had its ups and downs over the
years, and has moved from an old to a new building, he believes it is an important
organization to the City. He also stated he believed it was important to keep the
County library site in Brooklyn Center and that the highway development now occurring
in the City will be a great benefit to the City when it is completed. He noted that
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he was also proud to have been a part of the formation of the City's Industrial Park
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Councilmember Fignar expressed thanks to the City staff and City Council and wished '
the best of luck to Rich Theis and Bill Hawes and noted that his wife, two daughters,
and son -in -law were present this evening in the audience. He stated it was his
pleasure to serve the City of Brooklyn Center for the past nine years and that he I
hopes he has left it a better place to live. y
The City Council, City staff, and members of the audience in attendance proceeded
to give Councilmember Fignar a standing ovation.
Mayor Nyquist recognized Councilmember Lhotka who stated that he had learned a lot'
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from Bill and Tony. over the past years even though y have not always agreed on
issues He also wished them the best of luck in the future. j
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Councilmember Scott thanked Bill and Tony and commended the leadership they provides
to both the City and other members of the Council for many years.
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Mayor Nyquist thanked both Councilmember Kuefler and Fignar and noted that he believed
they contributed greatly to what he considered an excellent City Council.
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There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Kuefler to F
adjourn the 1981 City Council. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers i
Kuefler, Fignar, Lhotka, and Scott. Voting against: none. The motion passed
unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 7:28 p.m.
ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE
The City Manager administered the Oath of Office to Mayor Dean Nyquist.
The City Manager administered the Oath of Office to Councilman elect Bill Hawes mt r
Councilman elect Rich Theis. Councilmen Hawes and Theis then proceeded to take
their seats at the Council table.
CALL TO ORDER 1982 CITY COUNCIL
The 1982 City Council was called to order by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:31 p.nr.
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ROLL CALL
Mayor Dean Nyquist, Councilmembers Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Ri y
Theis. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Financ,e;Pau
Holmlund, Director of-Planning & Inspection Ron Warren, Assistant City Engineer
Jim Grube, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, and Administrative Assistants Brad°
Hoffman and Tom Bubiitz.
EMPLOYEE SERVICE RECOGNITION PROGRAM
The City Manager pointed out that tonight is the third annual presentation by the
City Council of service awards to City employees to 'recognize years of service by
those employees to the City. Recognition, he pointed outs is to be given tonight
to those employees who during 1981, observe the anniversary of either 20. ox 25 ti
years of permanent full - time employment with the City. He noted the awards are
part of a service recognition program approved by the City Council in 197%
that Richard J. Schwab, Street & Parks Supervisor and Glenn W. Leiter, Publlc
Utilities Maintenance Worker, will be recognized this evening for 20 yeams se' to
the City.
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Mayor Nyquist proceeded to present the service awards to Mr. Schwab and Mr. Leiter
and expressed his thanks on behalf of the City Council for their years of service'
to the City, The City Council, City staff, and persons present in the audience
proceeded to give Mr. Schwab and Mr. Leiter a standing ovation.
Mayor "Nyquist recognized Councilmember Lhotka who stated that he would like to
welcome Councilmembers Theis and Hawes to the Council and pointed out that during
the next several months many special interest groups will be making requests of
the City Council and that he felt both Councilmember Theis and Councilmember Hawes
should take into consideration the wants and desires of the entire community before
any decision is made, regarding the requests of special groups He congratulated
Councilmember Hawes and Councilmember Theis and welcomed them to the Council...
SELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
reappoint Councilmember Scott as Mayor Pro tem. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist,
Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. 'Voting against: none. The motion
passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Nyquist inquired whether there were any items on the consent agenda that
Councilmembers would request be removed from the consent agenda. Councilmember
Theis stated he would request that the Resolution Authorizing Execution Of An
Agreement For Implementation Of 911 Emergency Number Services be removed from the
consent agenda and Mayor Nyquist requested that the Resolution Designating Summit
State Bank A Depository Of City Funds be removed from the consent agenda.
DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER
There was a`motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to
designate the,Brooklyn Center Post as the official newspaper of the City of Brooklyn
Center. Voting, in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and
Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
FINAL PLAT APPROVAL - B & C ADDITION (PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 8].056)
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to
approve the final plat of the B & C Addition (Planning Commission Application No.
81056) subject to the following conditions:
1. The owner shall submit an abstract of title or registered property report
to the City Attorney for review and approval prior to filing at the County.
2. The final plat is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances.
- 3. No building permit for the proposed Lot 2 shall be 'issued until the plat has
been filed by the County.
Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis.
Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
PERFORMANCE BOND REDUCTION - EARLE BROWN FARM ESTATES
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to
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apply the existing $60,000 performance guarantee held for Plats I and II of the ?
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Earle Brown Farm Estates to Plat III, the bonding requirement for which is $35,000
upon execution of a performance agreement pertaining to same and submission of a
rider from the Bonding Company acknowledging that the bond now covers Plat•III.
Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis.
Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -0
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE CAMDEN NORTHWESTERN STATE BANK A DEPOSITORY OF CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -0
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE FIDELITY BANK AND TRUST COMPANY A DEPOSITORY OF CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia "Scott, and Rich
Theis, and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESO LUTION NO. 82 -03
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE FIRST BROOKDALE STATE BANK A DEPOSITORY OF CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 82 -0
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF MINNEAPOLIS A DEPOSITORY OF
CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 82 -05
' Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption;
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE FIRST PLYMOUTH NATIONAL BANK A DEPOSITORY OF CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -06
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE HENNEPIN FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION A
DEPOSITORY OF CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -07
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS & LOAN ASSOCIATION A DEPOSITORY'
OF CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof:. Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -08
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE MARQUETTE NATIONAL BANK A DEPOSITORY OF CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof:. Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -09
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE MIDWEST FEDERAh SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION A
DEPOSITORY OF CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
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favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -10
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE 'TWIN CITY FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION A
DEPOSITORY OF CITY FUNDS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -11
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION REGARDING MAYOR NYQUIST'S 1982 SALARY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -12
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC
SERVICE OF MR. TONY KUEFLER
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott,. and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -13
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC
SERVICE OF MR. BILL FIGNAR
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 82 -14
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC
SERVICE OF MR. JERRY JOHNSON
The motion for the adoption of the _foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -15
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC
SERVICE OF DOROTHY BUCKINGHAM
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis, and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -16
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1982 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO PROVIDE FOR WAGE AND SALARY
ADJUSTMENT
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis, and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
CONSIDERATION OF SPECIFIED LICENSES
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to
approve the.on -sale intoxicating liquor license for the Holiday Inn, 1501 Freeway
Boulevard. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes,
and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to
approve the on -sale intoxicating liquor club license for the American Legion Hall.
Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis.
Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
approve the non - intoxicating malt liquor license at Pizza-Feat, 6816 Humboldt
Avenue North. Voting in favor : - Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott,
Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
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LICENSES
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to
approve the following list of licenses:
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CIGARE'T'TE LICENSE
Brooks Superette 6800 Humboldt Ave. N.
Consumer Vending 2727 26th Ave. S.
Bridgeman;'s 6201 Brooklyn Blvd.
Music & Vending State St.
Dahlco u g Co.
Ground Round Restauraht 2545 County Rd. 10
Inter City Oil 3600 63rd Ave. N.
Interstate United Corp. 1091 Pierce Butler Rt.
State Farm Insurance 5840 Shingle Cr. Pkwy.
K -Mart 5930 Earle Brown Dr.
The Pipeseller 1301 Brookdale Ctr.
Pyramid Petroleum Corp. 2605 County Rd. 10
Servomation 7490 Central Ave. N.E.
Dayton's Brookdale Shopping Ctr.
Donaldson's Brookdale Shopping Ctr.
Earle Brown Office Bldg. 6040 Earle Brown Dr.
Graco 6820 Shingle Cr. Pkwy.
Snyder Brothers Drug Brookdale Shopping Ctr.
SuperAmerica Stations, Inc. 6545 W. River Road
SuperAmerica Stations, Inc. 1901 57th Ave. N.
COMMERCIAL KENNEL LICENSE
F. W. Woolworth Company Brookdale Shopping Ctr.
FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE
Pizza Feat 6816 Humboldt Ave. N.
GAMBLING LI
Orchard Lane School PTA 3907 63rd Ave. N.
GASOLINE•,SERVICE STATION LICENSE
Brookdale Car Wash 5500 Brooklyn Blvd.
Federal Lumber 4810 N. Lilac Dr.
Green Meadows 3319 49th Ave. N.
Humboldt Avenue Service 6840 Humboldt Ave. N.
Inter City Oil 3600 63rd Ave. N.
Northwestern Bell 6540 Shingle Cr. Pkwy.
Plum Company 6840 Shingle Cr. Pkwy.
Pyramid Petroleum Corp. 2605 County Rd. 10
SuperAmerica Service Stations 6545 W. River; Road,
SuperAmerica Service Stations 1901 57th Ave. N.
Bill West Service Center 2000 57th Ave. N.
MECHANICAL SYSTEM'S LICENSE
D & D Anderson Heating R.R. #4 Box 254
Raab Heating & Air Conditioning 1516 S. W. Ave.
OFF -SALE NONINTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE
Brooks Superette 6804 Humboldt Ave. N.
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ON -SALE CLUB LIQUOR LICENSE
Brooklyn Center Am. Legion Post #639 4307 70th Ave. N.
ON -SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE
Holiday Inn 1501 Freeway Blvd.
ON -SALE NONINTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE
Pizza Feat 6816 Humboldt Ave. N.
ON -SALE SUNDAY INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE
Holiday Inn 1501 Freeway Blvd.
SIGN HANGER'S LICENSE
Scenic Sign Company Box 881_
Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis.
Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Nyquist noted that there were a number of appointments and reappointments to
City Advisory Commissions to be made this evening and that he had submitted his
appointments to the Advisory Commissions to the City Manager and to the members
of the City Council for their review.
MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
confirm Mayor Nyquist's appointment of Carl Sandstrom, 3612 53rd Place North,
Brooklyn Center and Richard Hager, 3012 Nash Road, Brooklyn Center, to the Planning_
Commission, each for a two year term effective January 1, 1982 to expire December
31, 1983. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and
Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously,
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MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO THE CONSERVATION COMMISSION
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to
confirm Mayor Nyquist's reappointment of William Price and Barbara Jensen to the
Conservation Commission, each for a three year term effective January 1, 1982 to
t expire December 31, 1984. Voting in favor: mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka,
Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
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There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
confirm Mayor Nyquist's appointment of Mr. Everett Carlson to the Conservation
Commission to fill the vacancy left by Bernie Wesloh, for a three year term effective
January 1, 1982 to expire December 31, 1984. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist,
i Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion
passed unanimously.
1 There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
reappoint Mr. Fred Albright as Chairman of the Conservation Commission. Voting in
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favor Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting
against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
MA YO RAL APPOINTMENTS O T THE HOUSING COMMISSION
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
confirm Mayor Nyquist's reappointment of Mr. Phil Cohen, Mr. Cliff Williams, and
Rev. Robert Cilke to the Housing Commission each for a three year term effective
January 1, 1982 to expire December 31, 1984. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist,
Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion
passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded.by Councilmember Hawes to
reappoint Ms. Phyllis Plummer as Chairman of the Housing Commission. Voting in
favor; Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting
against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
confirm Mayor Nyquist's reappointment of Ms. Diane Lemke and Mr. Tom Yencho to the
Human Rights Commission each for a three year term effective January 1, 1982 to
expire December 31,'1984. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka,
Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
confirm Mayor Nyquist's appointment, of Mrs. Mary Ellen Rabine to the Human Rights
Commission to fill the vacant position left by the resignation of Rev. C. Roger
Stacy and to complete his unexpired term through December 31, 1982.; Voting in
favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting
against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
confirm Mayor Nyquist's reappointment of Ms. Jayne Kuhar as Chairman of the Human
Rights Commission. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott,
Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO THE PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to
confirm Mayor Nyquist's reappointment of Ms. Jacqueline Albright to the Park &
Recreation Commission for a three year term effective January 1, 1982 to expire
December 31, 1984. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott,
Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
confirm Mayor Nyquist's reappointment of Mr. Bud Sorenson to the Park & Recreation
Commission and to confirm Mayor Nyquist's appointment of Mr. Sorenson as Chairman
of the Commission for a three year term effective January 1, 1982 to expire December
31, 1984._ Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes,
and Theis. _Voting against none. The motion passed unanimously.
MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO PLANNING COMMISSION
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to
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confirm Mayor Nyquist's reappointment of Ms. Molly Malecki and Ms. Nancy Manson
to the Planning Commission each for a two year term effective January 1, 1982 to
expire December 31, 1983. Voting in favor Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka,
Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
MAYORAL APPOINTMENT TO`NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL
' There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
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confirm Mayor Nyquist's appointment of Ms. Ember Reichgott to the Northwest Hennepin
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Human Services Council for a two year term to replace Dorothy' Buckingham who resigned;
from the Commission on December 31, 1981. Ms. Reichgott's term will become effective
January 1 1982 to 'expire December 31, 1983. voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Council-
members Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed
I unanimously.
Councilmember Lhotka noted that Ms. Reichgott has served as a member of the Brooklyn
Center Human Rights Commission for several years and he praised her ability and
enthusiasm demonstrated on the Human Rights Commission and stated that he believes
she would be an excellent member of the Human Services Council.
? MAYORAL APPOINTMENT OF WEED INSPECTOR
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
3 confirm Mayor Nyquist's reappointment of Mr. Brad Hoffman as the City's Weed Inspector.
Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis.
Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED)
In discussion of the Resolution Designating Summit State Bank A Depository Of City
j Funds, Mayor Nyquist stated that he suggested pulling this item off the consent
{ agenda because of the recent problems experienced at the Bank. He stated he is
not comfortable with maintaining the Bank as a Depository of City funds. The Director
' of Finance noted that the City does have an existing investment in the Bank and that
f the investment is 110% collateralized. The City Manager explained that the Council
could designate the Bank as a Depository for the term of the current investment.
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There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
continue to use Summit State Bank as a Depository of City funds until the expiration
of the current investment period which has been set at April 20, 1982. Voting in
favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting
against: none.' The motion passed unanimously.
In discussion of the Resolution Authorizing Execution Of An Agreement For Implementation,
Of 911 Emergency Number Services, the City Manager stated that the agreement is
between the City and Northwestern Bell to implement the 911 service. He reviewed
the 911 service noting that the screens in the dispatch room will automatically
show an address and phone number from the point of origin of the call made on the
911 system. He added that the 911 emergency number system is a State mandated
4 program.
' Councilmember Theis inquired whether the contract was with the parent company or with
the local Northwestern Bell Company. The City Manager stated the contract is with
the local company. Councilmember Theis then asked whether the charges for the 911
system would increase in accordance with the increases in residential phone bills.
The City Manager stated_it would be likely that the costs would rise overtime as
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with residential phone bills but that the program is mandated by the State.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -17
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF 911
EMERGENCY NUMBER SERVICE
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor: thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis, and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
The City Manager introduced a Resolution Designating the Representative And Alternate
Representative To The Association Of Metropolitan Municipalities and pointed out,
he is serving as the Alternate Representative and that Councilmember Kuefler has
been serving as the City's Representative. There was a general concurrence among
Council members to reappoint the City Manager as the Alternate Representative and
to appoint Councilmember Scott as the Representative to the Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities
There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to F
appoint Councilmember Scott as the City's Representative and City Manager Gerald
Splinter, as the Alternate Representative to the Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott,
Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -18
Member Rich Theis' introduced the .following resolution; and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION DESIGNATING REPRESENTATIVE AND ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE TO THE
ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITIES
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis, and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
The City Manager introduced a Resolution Designating The Director And Alternate
Director To The Suburban Rate Authority and pointed out, he is serving as the
Alternate Director and Councilmember Lhotka is the Director to the Suburban Rate
Authority. -There was a concurrence among Council members to reappoint Councilmember
Lhotka as Director and the City Manager as Alternate Director to the Suburban Rate
Authority.
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There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka to
reappoint Councilmember Lhotka as Director and City Manager Gerald Splinter as
Alternate Director to the Suburban Rate Authority.` Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist,
Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against none. The motion
passed - unanimously.
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RESOLUTION NO. 82 -
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DIRECTOR AND ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis, and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO.'82 -20
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS
PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 474, MINNESOTA STATUTES, TO PROVIDE FUNDS TO BE LOANED
TO BROOKDALE OFFICE PARTNERSHIP FOR COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Celia Scott, and Rich Theis; and
the following voted against the same: Gene Lhotka,.whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
In discussion of the Resolution Establishing Project, Accepting Engineer's Report,
and Calling for Hearing on Improvement Project 1982.. -02 (Reconstruction of Xerxes
Avenue North between Trunk Highway 100 and County State Aid Highway 10, 55th Avenue -
North between Xerxes Avenue North and Brooklyn Boulevard, and 56th Avenue North
between Xerxes Avenue North and Brooklyn Boulevard), the Assistant City Engineer
reviewed the project location and the work proposed by the project.
Councilmember Lhotka inquired whether any businesses in the project area objected
to the project. The Assistant City Engineer stated that at informational meetings
held by City staff, the businesses in the area agreed that the roadway repairs were
needed but that in 1981 they requested the project laid over. He emphasized that
there were no objections to the specific roadway improvement but only to the timing
of the project. The City Manager pointed out that the main concern was over the
staging of the project and that the staff is prepared to work with businesses in
the area on the staging. Councilmember Scott major concern is that
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proper notice is given to motorists regarding the construction project when it is
undertaken.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING XERXES AVENUE, 55TH AVENUE, 56TH AVENUE, STREET RECONSTRUCT10
PROJECT 1982 -02, ACCEPTING CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT, ORDERING PREPARATION OF PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS, AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO-
1982-02
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
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in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -22
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID'FOR'FOUR (4) COMPACT POLICE PATROL SEDANS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: - none, whereupon said resolution
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was declared s e laced duly passed and adopted. j
The City Manager introduced a Resolution Accepting Bids for 1500 GPM Fire Pumper.
He explained that the bid specifications prepared by the City allowed for, "house
cars ", those which are prebuilt and therefore can be obtained at a lower price. {
He explained that the Alternative Number One Bid submitted by American LaFrance s
has met the City's specifications except that it has a smaller diesel engine than
which was originally called for in the specs. He stated that the Alternative j
Number One Bid submitted by American LaFrance does meet the fire fighting require
ments of the Fire Department. He noted that another consideration in the bid
was the time of delivery that being 60 to 80 days for the American LaFrance bid
whereas, equipment which was not prebuilt would require significantly longer periods
for delivery. He pointed out the short delivery time of the American LaFrance
truck is an important consideration.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -23
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID FOR 1500 GPM FIRE PUMPER j
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by i
member Rich Theis, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -24
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN LAW ENFORCEMENT
LABOR SERVICES, LOCAL NO. 89 AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Gene Lhotka, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Bill Hawes, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, and Rich
Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution '
was declared duly passed and adopted.
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ORDINANCES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES INSTITUTING FLOOD PLAIN
MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS
The City Manager reviewed the Flood Plain Management Ordinance for Council members.
The Director of Planning & Inspection stated that the Flood Plain Management Ordinance
is recommended to be adopted as part of the City's Zoning Ordinance and would
essentially be an overlay ordinance over the existing zoning ordinance. He pointed
out the ordinance designates the Flood Plain in the City and regulates activities
which may be conducted in the Flood Plain. He pointed out that the regulations imposed
are related to flood insurance eligibility for City residents and are mandated by the
federal agency regulating the flood insurance program which is the Federal Insurance
Administration
The Director of Planning & Inspection proceeded to review the designated fl.00dway
area, flood fringe area, and flood plain area and reviewed activities and structures
which are permitted in each of the areas. He explained that the flood insurance data
has been incorporated into the ordinance proposed for adoption this evening. He
added that the City is under deadline by the federal government to adopt the ordinance
by the middle of February of this year to continue the flood insurance program.
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
approve for first reading an Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 Of The City Ordinances
Instituting Flood Plain Management Regulations. Voting in 'favor: Mayor Nyquist,
Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against none. The motion
passed unanimously.
RECESS
The City Council recessed at 8:30 p.m. and reconvened at 9:02 p.m.
ORDINANCES (CONTINUED
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 34 AND 35 REGARDING PROVISIONS FOR HOME OCCUPATIONS
The Director of Planning & Inspection reviewed the proposed ordinance and noted that
it was previously tabled by the City Council. He stated that the ordinance repeals
the definitions for home occupation and special home occupation and that Sections
35 -405 and 406 have been added. He stated that the change in this ordinance from
the ordinance which was tabled by the City Council previously is in the area of
parking. He referred Council members to Section 35 -406, paragraph 7, which stated
that "no automobile parking related to the special home occupation shall be permitted
on the street provided, however, that upon a finding that the special home occupation
is not feasible without on- street parking,._the City Council may authorize parking
on the street based upon a consideration of Section 35 -220.2 and of the followings
a. The amount of the applicant's street frontage.
b. The rights of adjacent residents to park on the street.
C. Preservation of the residential character of the neighborhood"
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Councilmember Lhotka inquired whether there would be any conflicts with those
individuals permitted to have on- street parking and those who are not with regard
to home occupations. He added that this appears to be a double standard. The City
Attorney stated that the home occupations, both special and permitted have always
been separate in the ordinance. He stated he does not believe it represents.a
legal problem since there is a rational basis for each category of home occupation.
In response to another question by Councilmember Lhotka, the City Attorney stated
that the ordinance amendment language does not include reference to the automobiles
of the occupants of the dwelling used for the home occupation. He stated that the
ordinance does not prohibit parking of the occupant's cars on the street.
Councilmember Lhotka commented that if an individual is requesting ,a home occupation
that requires on- street parking perhaps it should not be classified as a home
occupation.- The Director of Planning & Inspection stated that the definition of the
home occupation is that it is incidental to the residential nature and use of the
residence along with other requirements such as parking and incidental items. The
City Attorney stated that if the City Council feels that on- street commercial parking
is incompatible with the residential nature of a neighborhood then that provision
should be taken out of.the ordinance. Councilmember Hawes stated that he recalls
the Planning Commission Application submitted by Ms LaVonne Malikowski for a ceramic
class where a special situation existed. He stated that this ordinance amendment
seems to address that situation where a special situation exists and that it appears
to work out the problem very well.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
approve for first reading an Ordinance Amending Chapters 34 and 35 Regarding The
Provisions For Home Occupations. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers
Lhotka, Scott, • Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
AN ORDINANCE VACATING THE ALLEY IN BLOCK 1, NE PERKINS ADDITION (BETWEEN DUPONT
AVENUE NORTH AND EMERSON AVENUE NORTH, FROM 54TH TO 55TH AVENUES NORTH)
The City Manager pointed out that the petition to vacate the alley had been made
by the abutting property owners.
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
approve for first reading an Ordinance Vacating The Alley In Block 1, NE Perkins
Addition (Between Dupont Avenue North and Emerson Avenue North, from 54th to 55th
Avenues North). Voting in. favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott,
Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
declare as surplus City property the Northwest Reporters series 1 and 2 and to
authorize their sale. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott,
Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
UPDATE ON STATE MUNICIPAL AIDS STATUS
The City Manager reviewed the information bulletin regarding state and local financial _
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crisis prepared by the League of Minnesota Cities. He stated that the legislature
still has not come to an agreement to resolve the fiscal problems. He 'inquired'
whether the Council had any input regarding possible cutbacks or 'potential cuts
in the City budget which may be necessitated by "the cuts in state aids. He noted
s that the City is taking the long range approach with regard to any potential cuts
and is not considering cuts as a short term remedy.
Mayor Nyquist stated that he agrees with the staff's approach and believes that `a
long range approach to the fiscal problems is good.
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The City 'Manager stated that the staff will keep the Council informed as things
Frogress with the regard to the fiscal rroblems.
GAMBLING LICENSES
ORCHARD LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PARENT- TEACHER ASSOCIATION REQUEST FOR CLASS A GAMBLING
LICENSE
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis to
approve the class A gambling license for the Orchard Lane elementary school Parent-
Teacher Association. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott,
Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously__
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
4 approve the waiver of a $10,000 fidelity bond for the Orchard Lane elementary school
.? Parent - Teacher. Association.- Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist,'Councilmembers Lhotka
Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously..
° MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Nyquist noted that he is designating Councilmember Bill Hawes as the Council
liaison to the Park & Recreation Commission >and Councilmember Rich Theis as the
l is is on to the Housing Commission.
ADJOURNMENT
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
adjourn the meeting. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist,_Councilmembers Lhotka, Scott,
Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously_ The
Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 9:47 p.m.
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