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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982 02-22 CCM Regular Session MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN :AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION FEBRUARY 22, 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 :05 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Dean Nyquist,- Councilmembers Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, Director of Planning & Inspection Ron Warren, Assistant City Engineer Jim Grube, City Attorney Richard Schieffer,`and Administrative Assistants Brad Hoffman, and Tom Bublitz. Mayor Nyquist noted that Councilmember Lhotka was ill this evening and would be excused, from this evening's meeting. INVOCATION The invocation was offered by Mayor Dean Nyquist. OPEN FORUM Mayor noted the Council had not received any requests to use the Open Forum session this evening. He inquired of the audience if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council, there being none, he proceeded with the regular agenda items. - APPROVAL OF MINUTES FEBRUARY 8, 1982 There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to approve the minutes of the City Council meeting of February 8, 1982 as submitted. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 82 -35 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE OF BID OPENING DATE FOR CONTRACT 1982 -B (STREET IMPROVEMENT_ PROJECT NO. 1982-02 AND BROOKDALE ACCESS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1982 -03) 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, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon- said.resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. 2 -22 -82 -1- i RESOLUTION NO. 82 -36 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRE`SSING`RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE ACHIEVEMENTS AND PUBLIC SERVICE OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 52 AN T PAC 632 UT 00 D CUB SCOUT K 9 CO 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, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 82 737 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENT OF DIANE LEMKE AS ONE OF THE TEN OUTSTANDING YOUNG MINNESOTANS OF 1982 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, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and 'Rich Theis.; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. LICENSES There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to approve the following list of licenses: BULK VENDING MACHINE LICENSE Brooklyn Center Lions Box 29092 K -Mart 5930 Earle Brown Dr. CIGARETTE LICENSE Viking Pioneer 5200 W. 74th St. LaBelle's 5925 Earle Brown Dr. FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Ave. N. r Big -Bi Service Station 5710 Xerxes Ave N. Brookdale Christian Center 6030 Xerxes Ave. N. Brookdale Cinema 5801 John Martin Dr. Brooklyn Center American Little League 6800 France Ave. N. Brooks Superette 6804 Humboldt Ave N. Brother's Brookdale Restaurant 1341 Brookdale Center Burger Brothers 5927 John Martin Dr. Country-.Club Market, 5715 Morgan Ave. N.. Denny's_ Restaurant 3901 Lakebreeze Ave. -N,` Good Earth Restaurant Westbrook Mall Happy Dragon Restaurant 5532 Brooklyn Blvd. House of Louie 6800 Humobldt Ave. N. 2 -22 -8 2 -2- i FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE cont, Jim '& Dee's Donut & Coffee Shop 6830 Humboldt Ave. N. K -Mart 5930'Earle Brown Dr. McDonald's 5525 Xerxes Ave. N. Maic's Big Boy 5440 Br- ooklyn Blvd. Meriwether's 2101 Freeway Blvd, Mature Food Center, Inc. Brookdale Center Orange Julius of Brookdale Brookdale Center t Pizza °Feat 6816" Humboldt Ave. N. Poppn Fresh Pie Shop 5601 Xerxes Ave. N. Q. Petroleum Corporation 1505 69th Ave. N. Red `'Owl Stores, Inc. 215 E. Excelsior Ave. Country -Store 5425 Xerxes Ave. N. Country Store 3600 63rd Ave. N. Sears, Roebuck and Company Brookdale Center Service Systems Corporation Soo Line Building Northwestern Bell 5910 Shingle Cr. Pkwy. Taco Towne Restaurant 6219 Brooklyn Blvd. Thrifty -Scot Motel 6445 James Circle KENNEL LICENSE BrookdalePet Center Brookdale Center NONPERISHABLE VENDING MACHINE LICENSE American Vending Company P.O. Box 380 Brookdale Motel 6500 Lyndale Ave. N. Sears Automotive Brookdale Center Bond Tool and Die Company 6840 Shingle Cr. Pkwy. Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Ave. N. Bill's Juice Vending 3900 Beard Ave. S. Holiday Inn 1501 Freeway Blvd. Spa Petite 5611 Xerxes Ave N. Brookdale Cinema 5801 John Martin Dr. Country Club Market 5715 Morgan Ave. N. Coca Cola Bottling Midwest 1189 Eagan Ind. Rd: Ault Corporation 1600 Freeway Blvd. Brookdale Car Wash 5500 Brooklyn Blvd. Brookdale Chrysler Plymouth 6121 Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Ctr. Ind. Pk. 6120 Earle Brown Dr. Earle Brown Apts. 1701 69th Ave. N. Evergreen Park School 7020 Dupont Ave N. Garden City School 3501 65th Ave. N. Hoffman'- Engineering 6530 James Ave. N. Holiday inn 1501 Freeway Blvd„ Iten Chevrolet 6701 Brooklyn Blvd, K:Mart 5930 Earle Brown Dr. Maranatha Nursing zn s Home 54 i 69th Ave. N. g 0 Minnesota Fabrics 5712 Morgan Ave. N. 2 -22 -82 -3- NONPERISHABLE VENDING MACHINE LICENSE cont. J.C. Penney Brookdale Center ' Perkins Cake '& Steak 5915 John Martin Dr.,; Precision Inc. 3415 ;48th Ave. N. Razor Court 5740 Brooklyn Blvd. St. Paul Book & Stationery 5810 Xerxes Ave. N. Silent Knight 1700 Freeway Blvd. State Farm Office 6415 Brooklyn Blvd. Toy City 6000 Earle Brown Dr. Willow Lane School 703n "Ave N. Cook Paint 4800 N. Lilac Dr. Dale Tile Company 4825 France Ave. N. Gold Medal Beverage Company 553 N. Fairview Ave. Duane's OK Tire 6900 Brooklyn Blvd. Duke's Standard 6501 Humboldt Ave. N Hi -Lo Manufacturing 6520 James Ave. N. Ideal Drug 6800 Humboldt Ave. N. North Star Dodge 6800 Brooklyn Blvd.' Northport School 5421 Brooklyn Blvd, Snyder Brothers Drug Brookdale Center Warner Hardware 2105 57th Ave. N. Jimmy Jingle, Inc. 2601 2nd Ave. S. Johnson Control 1801 67th Ave. N. K -Mart 5930 Earle Brown Dr. Midwest Vending Company 8900 Wentworth Ave. Brookdale Chrysler' Plymouth 6121 Brooklyn Blvd. Miernik Vending 7258 Commerce Circle Brookdale Towers 2810 County Rd. 10 Hiawatha Rubber 1700 67th Ave. N. Red Owl Stores Inc. 215 E. Excelsior Ave. Country Store 5425 Xerxes Ave. N. Country Store 3600 63rd Ave. N. Service Systems Corporation Soo Line - Building it Northwestern Bell 5910 Shingle Cr Twin City Vending Company 1065 E. Highway 36 Earle Brown Farm Ind. Park 6100 Summit Dr. Sears Brookdale Center PERISHABLE VENDING MACHINE LICENSE Coca Cola Bottling Midwest 1189 Eagan Ind. Rd. Hoffman Engineering 6530 James Ave. N. Jimmy Jingle, Inca 2601 ,2nd Ave..S. Johnson Control 1801 '67th Ave. N. Miernik Vending 7258 Commerce Circle s Brookdale Towers 2810 Country Rd. 10 Hiawatha Rubber 1700 67th Ave. N. Red Owl Stores, -Inc. 215 R. Excelsior-Ave. Country Store 5425 Xerxes Ave. N. Twin City Venddng 1065 E. Hwy. 36 Sears Brookdale Center 2 -22 -82 -4- REN'T'AL DWELLING LICENSE Initial: N oham & Patricia Sabouneh 6933 - Brooklyn Blvd. Paul A. Dorfman 5245, 47 Drew Ave. N. Michael L. Goodwin 5006 Howe Lane Harold & Sharon Schindele 5407 James Ave. N: Zoon"K. Kim 3616 Violet Ave. N. Michael & Cecelia Cullen 806 53rd Ave. N. Renewal: Egons Podnieks Garden City Court Michael Gunderson Unicorn Apartments J.M. Rafter: 6331, 6401 & 6425 Beard Ave. Residential Alternatives, Inc. 5449 Lyndale Ave Harold Dripps 3612 54th Ave. N. r Roger L. Lundquist 3910 65th Ave. N. Gladys Schwartz 4006 65th Ave. N. SPE=AL FOOD HANDLING LICENSE Children's Palace - 5900 Shingle Cr. Pkwy. S.aBelle's 5925 Earle Brown Dr. Betty Varcoe _ 974 Rice St. Terrace H03iday Inn Gift Shop 1500 Freeway Blvd. Vidker's 'Minnesota Oil 6830 Brooklyn Blvd. sleight Loss Medical Centers 6040 Earle Brown Dr. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Scott, Hawes, and Theis_ Voting against: none. The motion passed." RYAN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BOND FOR BYERLY'S 'The City Manager explained that Ryan Construction Inc., is requesting an extension of the preliminary approval for the Industrial Development Revenue Bond for Byerly's. He "pointed out that City: policy for IRB's specifies that a project should begin within 12 months after preliminary approval is granted. He explained this project has exceeded the one year time period and Ryan Construction Inc., is proposing to proceed with the Byerly's project this year. He pointed out that representatives :of.Ryan Construction Inc_, and Byerly's are present this evening. Mayor Nyquist inquired of the applicant what the construction schedule would be for the Byerly's project. Mr'. Verl Poffenbergex, representing Byerly's, stated that the plans are to begin the Byerly's project this year during the fall of 1982, He ;explained that Byerly's has just had a new store open in Minnetonka, that the Minnetonka opening was delayed which subsequently delayed the Brooklyn Center project. There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to extend the preliminary approval of the Industrial Development Revenue Bond for Ryan Construction/Byerly's through January 25, 1983. Voting in favor Mayor SYCLUist, Councilmembers Scott, Hawes, and Theis.. Voting against: none. The motion passed. 2 -22 -82 -5- RESOLUTIONS CONTINUED The City Manager introduced a Resolution Transferring Funds From Federal Revenue Sharing To The General Fund and pointed out that the rationale for this procedure iso. establish a clear audit.trail for federal auditors. Councilmember Hawes inquired how the expenditures indicated in the resolution are authorized. The City Manager explained that all the items in the resolution ar Y g P e contained in the regular budget and are authorized through the normal budget process. aCouncilmember Theis then inquired how much total revenue sharing funds the City would receive in 1982. The City Manager stated that the revenue sharing funds for 1982 for the City would bea$330,000. RESOLUTION NO 82 -38 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER FUNDS FROM THE FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING FUND TO THE GENERAL FUND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Rich Theis, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, -Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis'and' the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly `passed and adopted. ._The City Manager introduced a Resolution Amending The 1982 Budget and explained that this item reflects the budget adjustments proposed by staff as a result of state aid reductions. He noted that he had received four calls from various persons, in support of the ,Detached Worker Program and a number of calls supporting the continuance of funding for the Band, Harmonettes, and Children's Chorus. He added that the Director of Parks & Recreation has informed him that the Brooklyn Park, Park & Recreation Department, has indicated an interest in jointly pursuing the funding for the Band, Harmonettes, and Children's Chorus. He pointed out that at this time the interest in.joint funding is only a discussion at the staff level and has not been formally approved by the Brooklyn Park City Council. He also noted that he has discussed the Detached Worker Program and the possible cut -back in that program with its Director Frankie Francel. The City Manager reviewed the possibility that additional funds may become available -' from liquor license fees from new restaurants opening in the City. Mayor Nyquist stated that he had received a number of contacts in support of the Detached Worker Program and added that he was concerned that the calls are coming from persons affiliated with local schools and inquired whether any thought has been given to `a joint funding of the program between the YMCA, cities, and school districts. The City Manager stated that, with regard to the Detached Worker Program, it is somewhat difficult to determine where the affiliation with the police departmen' ends and where the counseling aspect of the program begins. He added that the Detached Worker Program appears to be a good bridge between the police departtuent and counseling programs for juveniles. Councilmember Scott stated that she had received a number of calls from school Principals regarding the Detached Worker Program and noted she is concerned that with school budget reductions, schools may expect the Detached Worker Program to 2 -22 -82 -6- assume some of their programs. She stated that it-is not fair to push this extra burden on to the Detached Worker Program. She added that she supports the Detached Worker Program and would like to see it continue in Brooklyn Center . Councilmember Theis stated that he supports the Detached Worker Program and suggested seeking some type of alternate funding for the program. Councilmember Hawes inquired whether part of the Detached Worker Program could be carried to September of this year using the added liquor license fee-monies to support it. The City Manager replied that the liquor license fees are now an estimate and may be as much as $12,000 and could be used for the purpose of supporting the Detached Worker Program. He noted that due to certain obligations to 'the employees in the Detached Worker Program, he recommended that the program, if is is cut, be extended to at least April 1, 1982 to accommodate proper notices to employees. Mayor Nyquist inquired if there was anyone present in the audience who wished to address the Council regarding the Budget adjustments. Mayor Nyquist recognized Frankie Francel, Director of the Detached Worker Program, who stated that it is her - concern that in these bad _economic times referrals to programs like, the Detached Worker tend to increase and noted that they have doubled in her program in the last six months. She stated that she has discussed the possible budget cuts with her Board of Directors and that the YMCA Board will guarantee one -half of the funds if the City will fund the remaining half. She pointed out this would mean that the YMCA Board would in effect be funding one -half of the City's budgeted amount for 1982. She also added that the City Manager; of Brooklyn Center has agreed to sit on a committee to examine the potential and prospects for funding the Detached Worker Program in 1983. Mayor Nyquist recognized Mrs. Bea Kuchinsky, who stated that she would like to see the Detached Worker Program continue pointing out that it has helped her family directly. Mayor Nyquist recognized Mrs. Karen Klaphake, who stated that the Detached Worker Program has helped her family and believes it helps the schools and homes in Brooklyn Center. She added that she would like to see the program continue. Councilmember Hawes noted that because of the state aid reductions it is necessary to cut: portions of the City Budget and inquired of the individuals who addressed the Council on the Detached Worker Program, what areas they would suggest be cut. Xrs.`Klaphake replied that she does not know the details of the City's Budget, but that she does believe the YMCA is making an effort to continue the program by picking up more of the dollars and explained that she was speaking as a parent in her recommendation to continue the program. She added that she believes the Detached Worker Program is trying to help the entire community. Mayor Nyquist recognized Ms. Jane Vigue, Director of the Children's Chorus and the Harmonettes. Ms. Vigue stated that since Brooklyn 'Park contacted the City of Brooklyn Center regarding joint sponsorship of the three groups, she has estimated that the cost for the three groups for each City would be approximately $2,800 pointing out that her programs run from January to May and begin again in September 2 -22 -82 -7- of each year.'" The City Manager stated that her estimate is not entirely accurate since Brooklyn Park would possibly assist the City in 1982,_pointing out.that - Brooklyn # Center would support the three groups entirely from January through =- May and that Brooklyn Park's aid, if they agree to jointly sponsor the groups, would begin in September. Mayor Nyquist recognized Mr. Karl Carlson, of the City Band who stated that he would welcome the joint sponsorship of the City Band by Brooklyn Park Council- member Hawes inquired of Mr. Carlson much each member contributes to the band. Mr. Carlson stated that the members in the-band contribute $10-per year per member. . r Mayor Nyquist 'inquired . of the City Manager how he perceived the joint sponsorship with Brooklyn Park.. The City Manager stated that he does not see a problem with jointly sponsoring the groups logistically but that the main question is whether Brooklyn Park is interested in joint sponsorship. Mayor Nyquist recognized Mr. Jim Stumpfa, President Elect of the Brooklyn Center Band. Mr. Stumpfa stated that the band, in his opinion, is a prestigious organization and believes it will be missed at various City events if funding is not continued. He added that funding of such groups does not appear critical to other cities and they do not appear to have a problem. He stated that he believes a joint funding of these groups with other cities would not work, pointing out that it is like three people owning one bicycle. He added that he would hate to see the band leave Brooklyn Center and feels bad about quibbling over $750 to $1,000 to continue the City Band. Councilmember Hawes inquired - of Mr. the number of members in the City Band. Mr. Stumpfa replied that there were 35 members in the City Band. Councilmember Scott stated that she was glad to hear that Brooklyn Park is interested in joint sponsorship of the three groups and that these three groups are cultural groups which take years to build and once they are gone they would not .likely ever come back. Councilmember Theis stated that he would like to see the three programs cont*nue' and liked the idea of joint funding. He stated that members in the groups are from a wide base in the communities, that he does not see a problem combining` with Brooklyn Park and that he is also willing to support the use of the added liquor license fees to continue the programs. The City Manager pointed out that one -half of the City's 1982 commitment to the Detached Worker Program would be $6,420. He stated that the Resolution Amending'< the Budget can be amended again during the year and that the Band, Harmonettes, and Chorus are covered to September by the 1982 Budget. Mayor Nyquist inquired whether the Council could pass the proposed resolution with an amendment to transfer $7,000 to the general fund from the City's liquor license fees.. There was a general concurrence among Council members to consent to approval of the Resolution Amending the 1982 Budget with the amendment that $7,000 would be transferred to the general fund from the liquor license fees to fund the Detached Worker Program. 2 -22 -82 -8- RESOLUTION NO. 82 -39 Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1982 GENERAL FUND BUDGET The, motion for the adoption of the foregoing 'resolution . as amended was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis.; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adapted. , There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and 'seconded by Councilmember Hawes to authorize the staff to explore joint financing with Brooklyn Park and other funding available to continue the City Band, Harmonettes and Children's Chorus beyond September of 1982 to the end of the calendar year. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed, PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS PLANNING C0:4MISSION APPLICATION NO. 82005 SUBMITTED BY JAMES MADDEN /EARLS BROWN . BOWL FOR SITE AND BUILDING PLAN AND SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPROVAL TO EXPAND THE BAR AND LOUNGE AT THE EARLE BROWN BOWL AT 6440 JAMES CIRCLE The City Manager pointed out that this Planning Cormni.ssion Application was tabled at the January 25, 1982 City Council meeting until this evening's meeting to again review and consider the food /liquor sales split for the Earle Brown Bowl. Mayor Nyquist recognized Mr. Jim Madden, representing the Earle Brown Bowl, who proceeded to review the liquor and food sales receipts from the period from January 15, 1982 to February 14, 1982. He pointed out that he is receiving a number of reservations for the supper club. He stated that with regard to advertising he has bought 20 spots on television advertising the Earle Brown Bowl and his other bowls in the area. He added that he hopes to solicit restaurant business from neighboring businesses. `Councilmember Theis commented that the sales figures appeared to be a great improvement. Mr. Madden stated that part of the figures are a,result of the reduced liquor sales due to the reduced lounge area. He pointed out that he does not want to deceive anyone on this matter into thinking that the food sales are going "great guns ". Councilmember Theis then asked whether Mr. Madden believed these figures will still be good if the lounge area is expanded. Mr. Madden replied that the Earle Brown Bowl presently does not have adequate lounge facilities and that he has lost dinner business because of this. He added that the food sales are getting larger each day. There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve Application No.. 821305 subject to the following ;conditions: 1. The amended Special Use Permit is issued to the owner as operator of the facility and is nontransferable. 2 -22 -82 -9- 2. The amended Special Use Permit is for the expansion of the facility and PP comprehends all applicable conditions of.the original approval P ` granted under Planning Commission Application No. 78023. 3. Building plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of building permits. Y 4. A site performance agreement and supporting financial guarantee :(in an amount to be determined by the City Manager) shall be submitted prior to the 'issuance of building permits to assure completion of approved site improvements 5. Plan approval comprehends a "Proof -of- Parking" showing that ordinance required parking can be installed on the site. Restriping of the lot to the "Proof -of- Parking" shall be accomplished by midsummer of 1982: Construction of the seven additional stalls on the north side of the westerly parking lot may be deterred unless it is determined by the City Manager that the stalls are necessary to accommodate parking needs- 6. The north exit onto James Circle shall be eliminated and two additional parking stalls constructed. B -612 curb and gutter shall be installed to match the existing curb and gutter and the area shall be landscaped. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed. RECESS The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:02 p.m. and reconvened at 6:25 p.m.. DISCUSSION ITEMS REVIEW OF MUNICIPAL STATE AID SYSTEM DESIGNATIONS The Director of Public Works reviewed a memorandum titled Review of Municipal State Aid Street System Designations, dated February 18, 1982. He explained that regulatio relating to the MSA system provide that any City is limited to designating 20% of its local street system mileage as MSA streets. On this basis, he pointed out, Brooklyn Center's maximum allowable mileage is 20.22 miles and that the system now designated totals 19.4 miles which provides an allowable undesignated mileage of .82 miles. He pointed out that the extension of Shingle Creek Parkway from 69th Avenue to the north corporate limits through Palmer Lake Basin and the extens+ru of 63rd Avenue across Central Park from-Brooklyn Drive to Shingle Creek Parkway have been designated as MSA streets, but that the plans for °deveiopsnt of the streets have been abandoned for many years and subsequently should be revoked from the MSA system. The Director of Public Works explained that upon completion of the north /south segment of -I -94, MN /DOT plans to "turnback" that portion of Lyndale Avenue between 53rd and 57th Avenues to the City. He explained that Municipal State 'Aid Regulatiom provide that once such a turnback occurs special "turnback funds" are made- availahlr for improvement of such roadways, but if such funds are used, that roadway is then 2 -22 -82 -10- added to the City's MSA system and the length of that roadway is included into the maximum mileage computations. However, he pointed out, the maximum mileage for state aid designation may be exceeded to the extent necessary to designate trunk highway turnbacks, only if sufficient mileage is not available. He explained the rules provide that no additional mileage may be added until the City's total designated mileage, including the turnback roadway, falls below the 20% limitation. Be also noted that upon development and completion of proposed T.H. 252 redevelop - ment M /DOT will also plan to turnback that portion of existing West River Road bets 66th Avenue and 73rd Avenue North to the City. The Director of Public Works explained that one course of action the City could take with regard to designation of the MSA system would be to simply designate additional Municipal State Aid Streets totaling .82 miles, to bring the designated mileage to the currently allowed maximum. The problem with this, he pointed out, its that after either or both of the turnbacks occur the City-could not swap designations between two streets. Rather, he pointed out, any mileage revoked would first have to be applied to the excess created by the turnback before it could be used elsewhere. He 'explained that for Brooklyn Center this means that no additonal streets could be added to the system unless approximately 7.5 miles of additional new local streets are developed and that because Brooklyn Center is most totally developed this probably will never happen. Accordingly, he pointed out, it appears that now is the last opportunity to add significant MSA mileage before the turnback of Lyndale Avenue occurs. The Director of Public Works proceeded to review the functional classification system of streets and pointed out that under the classification system, 69th - Avenue is `a collector street and should be under the City's jurisdiction according to the classification system. He explained that 69th Avenue has not experienced any major reconstruction by the county. He also reviewed the possible designation of portions of ;65th Avenue and 51st Avenue North to the MSA system. The Director of Public Works stated that, based on the considerations reviewed at this evening's meeting, the staff is recommending that the'City accept Hennepin County's proposal as outlined in their letter dated December 22, 1981. The letter states that Hennepin County has reviewed the City's proposed system change with respect to County State Aid Highway 130 and that Hennepin County agrees that County State Aid Highway 130 (69th Avenue North) should be under City jurisdiction. He then Proceeded to review the staff recommendations regarding the revocation of MSA designation for portions of various City streets. The Director of Public Works then reviewed the staff recommendations regarding designation of additions to the IMSA system which included .08 miles of 51st Avenue North and 3.27 miles of 69th Avenue North- Mayor Nyquist inquired whether there were any other areas of streets designated as MSA streets which will never materialize. The Director of Public Works stated that the streets reviewed this evening were the only nonexistent sections. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Nyquist, the Director of Public Works reviewed a series of three letters regarding inquiries the City made to the Hennepin County Department of Transportation regarding County State Aid Highway 130. - He pointed r out that the county's response to the City's proposed system change, with respect to County State. Aid Highway 130, indicated that the county was in agreement that Brooklyn Center assume jurisdiction of County State Aid Highway 130 from T.H. 152 2 -22 -82 -11- to T.H. 252 and that Hennepin County will overlay or provide an equivalent cash payment for overlaying County State Aid Highway 130 from T.H. 152 to Shingle Creek Parkway. He also added that the county indicated that MN /DOT is currently studying signal operation at the T.H. County State Aid Highway 130 intersection and that if the study shows a signal revision is warranted, Hennepin County will- participate in a state project under the standard cost participation policy. He added that the county also indicated that Brooklyn Center add County State Aid Highway 130 from the City's west limits to T.H. 152 to their MSA system and that this segment will be designated as a joint designation.. He also noted that the county has indicated that participation in the cost of replacing the bridge on County State Aid Highway 130 at Shingle Creek was very unlikely. He pointed out the bridge does not appear to be part of the total project as recommended by Hennepin County. A discussion ensued regarding the joint designation of 69th Avenue North and Councilmember Theis inquired whether the City would be charged with the full mileage of 69th as MSA designation. The Director of Public Works replied that it would be and that this is one of the disadvantages of joint classification. He added, however, that this appears to be one of the last chances the City has " to add to the MSA system. DEVELOPMENT OF 69TH -70TH AVENUE CONNECTION IN EVERGREEN PARK AREA The Director of Public Works proceeded to review his memorandum dated February 18, 1982 titled Development Of The 69th -70th Avenue Connection In The Evergreen Park Area. He explained that this item was discussed by the City Council in September of 1981 and was referred back to the staff for further investigation. The Director of Public Works reviewed the existing conditions in the Evergreen Park area including Evergreen Park, Evergreen School, various City facilities, and arterial and local streets in the area. He reviewed the current proposals being considered by MN /DOT which include T.H. 252 improvements, the future MN,/DGT turnback,to the City of West River Road, and County Road 130 designation as a Municipal State Aid Street. He also reviewed the needs, problems, and requests in the area including a cleanup of the maintenance yard, reserve site for a possible future water treatment plant, traffic and pedestrian conflict problems at Evergreen School driveway and parking lot, 70th Avenue extension and soccer fields. The Director of Public Works proceeded to review two development Concepts for the area (Concept A and Concept B). He explained the major elements of Concept A included a Bryant Avenue local road extension from 69th to`70th- Avenue, retaining 69th Avenue as a major roadway, retaining the maintenance annex site as a future site for a_ possible water treatment plant, and locating the soccer fields on the tax forfeited property east of Camden Avenue. He pointed out the.major elements of Concept B included developing a new 69th -70th Avenue connection as the major street from Dupont Avenue to the West River Road, downgrading 69th Avenue east of Bryant to local street status, relocation of the maintenance annex /storages yard to the tax forfeited property site, designation of the tax forfeited property as the site for a future water treatment plant, and location of the soccer fields in the vicinity of Evergreen School. He reviewed the advantages and disadvantages of the two Concepts and explained that MN /DOT and Hennepin County appear to be 2 -22 -92 -12- agmeabge to the Concepts_ He added that a preliminary discussion has been held with `Evergreen School-and they have also indicated a positive response. He explained that last September, the City Council indicated an interest in Concept B and at that time requested a cost comparison of Concept A to Concept B.. He proceeded to review the costs of Alternate Al, A2, and Alternate B. He pointed out that Concept B is more costly by approximately $30,000 and that less of this cost would be; assessable. He explained that the City cost would be $40,000 to $45,000 additional over and above Alternate Al or A2. Councilmember Hawes inquired whether 'a pedestrian bridge over T.H. 252 was being considered in this plan. The Director of Public Works explained that the cost estimate for a pedestrian bridge was over $300,000 and that this would exceed the additional cost of Con+cept The City Manager pointed out that unless the road has right -of -way fences a pedestrian bridge is often not used by pedestrians. He indicated that this evening the staff is asking for Council input on the plan and added that he feels comfortable in taking the proposal to the neighborhood for their input. Councilmember Hawes left.the, table at 9:35 p.m.__ _ Councilmember ,Theis stated that with a T Intersection at 69th or 70th it would appear that it would not give access to persons east of T.H. 252. He added that he believes the people would want more access out of the area. Councilmember Hawes returned, to the table at 9:39 p.m. The City manager explained that neighborhood meetings would hopefully provide information regarding what desires the people in the area have for access. He stated that the staff is requesting acknowledgement of the Council that the staff can proceed with the neighborhood meetings The Director of Public Works inquired of the Council whether they wished to reject Concept B at this point. There was a general'concensus among Council members that the various concepts for development of a 69th -70th Avenue connection in the Ever- green Park area be presented to the neighborhood. Mayor Nyquist recognized Mr_ Russ Fierst of Hussman Investment Company, who stated that his company would not like to see Concept B developed since it would mean the loss of potential units on: - the property as a result of the loss of the property. He added that if the Council should approve Concept B it would be valuable for his company to know the time schedule for development of the project. He added that if .flan B is approved his company will dose. considerable Land and potential for building housing units on that land. He pointed out that either way his company would want to work with the City and would want the City to consider the losses' that his-company would incur under Concept B. ALIGNMENT OF 69Th AVENUE NORTH BETWEEN WEST PALMER BOULEVARD AND SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY The Director.of Public ,Works reviewed his memorandum titled Realignment of 69th Avenue North Between West Palmer Lake Boulevard and Shingle Creek Parkway dated February 18. 1.982. He painted out that the primary reasons.for considering the 2 -22 -82 -13- C possible realignment and reconstruction of 69th Avenue North between West Palmer Lake Boulevard and Shingle Creek Parkway is due in part to the hazardous alignment of 69th Avenue at West Palmer Lake Drive Also, the fact that the Shingle Creek "Parkway /69th Avenue Intersection has a limited`capacty which must be improved as traffic volumes increase due to continued development of the Industrial Park, and continued development in Brooklyn Park resulting in more home -to- work, home -" to- shopping, and other types of trips. He proceeded to review the average daily traffic volumes measured at the intersection in 1979 and those forecasted ADT's for the year 2000. He stated that the primary reason for considering this matter -now is that both alternate plans require the acquisition of some private property from the York Apartment Complex and that it is recommended the City elect one of these two alternatives, then proceed with the acquisition of the required right of -way as soon as possible before development of additional buildings on the site makes such acquisition prohibitive. The Director of Public Works proceeded to review two alternate plans for the realignment and reconstruction of 69th Avenue North between West Palmer Lake Boulevard and Shingle Creek Parkway and briefly outlined the advantages and dis- advantages to both plans. He pointed out that Alternate 1, generally parallels the established S curve alignment, but with curves meeting minimum MSA design standards. He added that Alternate 1 retains the existing T intersection design at Shingle Creek Parkway but with special channelization and turn lane provisions. He reviewed Alternate 2 and explained that this -plan establishes a totally new and more direct alignment. He pointed out the alternate also realigns the intersection at Shingle Creek Parkway, providing for direct movement between the major (west and south) legs of the intersection and "teeing in" in the minor - east leg. Councilmember Hawes commented that Alternate l has exits from Abbott, Xerxes, and York Place which appeared to be traffic hazards. He commented that Alternate "2 does not have these exits. He inquired whether Alternate 2 would cut into the Earle Brown Townhouse Development. The Director of Public Works explained that at the time of the development of the Earle Brown Townhouses, the City required the developer to provide additional right -of -way for this project and that the City has enough right -of -way at the present time. Councilmember Theis stated that he basically agrees with Alternate 2 for traffic flow but that he believes access from the surrounding neighborhood is needed. The Director of Public Works stated that he believes this can be accomplished by bringing up Beard Avenue to the roadway. I Mayor Nyquist commented that Alternate 2 appears to be the best solution to the problems. .The City Manager stated that approval for intrusion into the Palmer Lake area under this project would have to be obtained from the federal government. The City Manager pointed -out that the staff would request a motion authorizing them to change the MSA designations as recommended and approved by the City CouncJ2, at this evening's meeting. There was a- motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconder by Councilmember Scott to authorize the staff to prepare the appropriate changes 2 -22 -82 -14- is the MA street designations as recommended by City staff and approved by the City Council. AIRPORT LIAISON COMMITTEE The . City Manager explained that the Council's interest is being solicited by the City of Crystal regarding the creation of 'a committee to discuss issues and problems related to the Crystal Airport. The City, Manager reviewed the letter from the Mayor. of the City of Crystal suggesting the formation of the committee. COUncilmember Hawes stated that he believes the committee -has a good idea and thatrhe would be willing to serve on the committee. Councilmember Scott stated that she believes Brooklyn Center needs input into this committee. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to authorize the City of Brooklyn Center to participate in the Airport Liaison C 0mittee as proposed by the City of Crystal. .'here was -a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Scott to appoint Councilmember Hawes and City Manager Gerald Splinter as members of the Airport ;Liaison Committee Mayor Nyquist commented that two citizen members are still needed for the committee and that their appointments would hopefully be forthcoming. ADJOURNMENT There was ,a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to adjourn the meeting. Voting in favor: Mayor Nyquist, Councilmembers Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed. The Brooklyn Center city Co c . 1 ' ourned at 10 :20 p.m. erk Mayor i 2 -2262 -15-