HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010 12-13 CCM Regular SessionMINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY
OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
DECEMBER 13, 2010
CITY HALL — COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Informal Open Forum called to order by Mayor Tim
Willson at 6:45 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Tim Roche, and Dan Ryan. Absent and
excused was Councilmember Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey,
Director of Fiscal and Support Services Dan Jordet, Public Works Director /City Engineer Steve
Lillehaug, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, Assistant City Manager /Director of
Building and Community Standards Vickie Schleuning, and Carla Wirth, TimeSaver Off Site
Secretarial, Inc.
Mayor Tim Willson opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum.
Diane Sannes, 7006 Willow Lane, thanked Public Works employees for their excellent plowing
this past month and expressed her concern about delayed emergency response to the City's
senior citizens if their driveway is not cleared of snow. Ms. Sannes offered to spearhead a grass
roots effort to find volunteers to clear hydrants of snow to assure accessibility and asked staff to
address graffiti.
John Paul Roder, 1818 Bryant Avenue, Minneapolis, Sierra- Sterling Investments, LLC, Sierra
Properties, Inc., Rapahar Properties, Inc., addressed the Council regarding his rental property
located at Sterling Square Apartments (1400 And 1401 67 Avenues North and 6650 and 6700
Humboldt Avenues North). He provided an update on his effort to bring his rental property into
Code compliance and stated the utilities and taxes on his rental property are current. He
explained the rental is about 50 percent occupied, which is causing some operational issues, and
asked the Council to reconsider its rental license revocation.
City Manager Curt Boganey stated staff can provide a status on this property. Council consensus
was reached to schedule Mr. Roder's rental license for discussion at its January 10, 2011, Work
Session.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the Informal Open
Forum at 6:53 p.m.
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Motion passed unanimously.
2. INVOCATION
Councilmember Lasman requested a moment of silence and personal reflection on the upcoming
holiday season and City's centennial year.
3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson
at 7:30 p.m.
4. ROLL CALL
Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Tim Roche, and Dan Ryan. Absent and
excused was Councilmember Mark Yelich. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey,
Director of Fiscal and Support Services Dan Jordet, Public Works Director /City Engineer Steve
Lillehaug, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, Assistant City Manager/Director of
Building and Community Standards Vickie Schleuning, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and
Carla Wirth, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the Agenda and
Consent Agenda, as amended with the addition of a second Planning Commission appointee to
Item No. 10h and amendments to the Work Session minutes of November 22, 2010, and the
following consent items were approved:
6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. November 15, 2010 — Joint Work Session with Financial Commission
2. November 22, 2010 — Study Session
3. November 22, 2010 — Regular Session
4. November 22, 2010 — Work Session
5. November 29, 2010 — 2011 Budget Hearing
6b. LICENSES
CHRISTMAS TREE SALES
PQT Company dba Rum River Tree Farm 3245 Bass Lake Road
5040 Brooklyn Boulevard
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GASOLINE SERVICE STATION
Awad Company
Brookdale Holiday
Brooklyn Center Municipal Garage
Holiday Stationstores, Inc.
Marathon
Metropolitan Council
Perfect Car Wash #504
LIQUOR — CLASS A ON -SALE INTOXICATING AND SUNDAY
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar 1400 Brooklyn Center
LIQUOR — CLASS B ON -SALE INTOXICATING AND SUNDAY
Crowne Plaza Minneapolis North 2200 Freeway Boulevard
Embassy Suites 6300 Earle Brown Drive
Oak City 2590 Freeway Boulevard
LIQUOR — 2 A.M. CLOSING
Oak City 2590 Freeway Boulevard
LIQUOR — CLASS F ON -SALE INTOXICATING AND SUNDAY
Flik International at Earle Brown Heritage Center 6155 Earle Brown Drive
LIQUOR — ON -SALE CLUB INTOXICATING AND SUNDAY
Duoos Brothers American Legion Post 630 6110 Brooklyn Boulevard
LIOUOR — ON -SALE WINE INTOXICATING AND 3.2 PERCENT MALT
LIQUOR
C 1 Buffet 6090 Shingle Creek Parkway
50's Grill 5524 Brooklyn Boulevard
Great India 6056 Shingle Creek Parkway
LIOUOR — ON -SALE 3.2 PERCENT MALT LIQUOR
Centerbrook Golf Course and Central Park
Davanni's Pizza and Hot Hoagies
Scoreboard Pizza
LIQUOR — OFF -SALE 3.2 PERCENT MALT LIQUOR
Awad Company dba Winner
Bassil Company dba Marathon
Cub Foods — Brookdale
Sun Foods
SuperAmerica #3192
SuperAmerica #4160
SuperAmerica #4058
Value Food
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6501 Humboldt Avenue N.
5710 Xerxes Avenue N.
6844 Shingle Creek Parkway
420 66 Avenue N.
1505 69 Avenue N.
6845 Shingle Creek Parkway
6849 Brooklyn Boulevard
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
5937 Summit Drive
6816 Humboldt Avenue North
6501 Humboldt Avenue North
1505 69 Avenue North
3245 County Road 10
6350 Brooklyn Boulevard
6950 Brooklyn Boulevard
6545 West River Road
1901 57 Avenue North
6804 Humboldt Avenue North
MECHANICAL
Commercial Plumbing & Heating
Minnesota Valley HVAC
Neil Heating & A/C
Sunburst Heating & A/C
RENTAL — CURRENT RENTAL STANDARDS
INITIAL (TYPE II — two-year license)
5529 Aldrich Drive N.
5112 65 Avenue N.
7012 Logan Avenue N.
4612 Woodbine Lane
RENEWAL (TYPE III — one-year license)
2318 55 Avenue N.
5650 Humboldt Avenue N.
5351 Irving Avenue N.
RENEWAL (TYPE II — two-year license)
5337 70 Circle
7042 Emerson Avenue N.
5310 Knox Avenue N.
6012 Kyle Avenue N.
5024 Lilac Drive N.
RENEWAL (TYPE I — three-year license)
5401 63 Avenue N.
5347 -49 Penn Avenue N.
5101 Eleanor Lane
7131 Halifax Avenue N.
5730 June Avenue N.
5949 Xerxes Avenue N.
SIGNHANGER
Boo Doo Signs, Inc.
TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT
American Legion 630
Awad Company
Brookdale Holiday
Brooklyn Center Municipal #1
Brooklyn Center Municipal #2
CVS Pharmacy #1683
Holiday Stationstores, Inc.
Holiday Stationstores, Inc.
Marathon
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24428 Greenway Ave., Forest Lake
1026 Sunny Ridge Drive, Carver
P.O. Box 29292, Minneapolis
1556 Oakwoods, Wayzata
Betty Scully
Michael Skrogstad
Neng Xiong
Kenneth Jordan
Helen Osonowo
Syed Raza
Doug Wahl
Gary Bistodeau
John Hicks
Doug Wahl
James Hager
Carlos Balibrera
John Schwarz
Karen Pelak
Michael Potaczek
Open Hands, Inc.
David Holt
Orrin Hager
29021 Feldspar Street, Princeton
6110 Brooklyn Boulevard
6501 Humboldt Avenue N.
5710 Xerxes Avenue N.
5625 Xerxes Avenue N.
6930 Brooklyn Boulevard
5801 Brooklyn Boulevard
420 — 66 Avenue N.
6890 Shingle Creek Parkway
1505 69 Avenue N.
Perfect Car Wash #504
Sun Foods
Value Food
Walgreen Company
6849 Brooklyn Boulevard
6350 Brooklyn Boulevard
6804 Humboldt Avenue N.
6390 Brooklyn Boulevard
6c. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -153 AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR A
2010 -2011 WINTER USE PERMIT FOR THE NORTH MISSISSIPPI,
SHINGLE CREEK, AND TWIN LAKE REGIONAL TRAILS FROM THE
THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT AND AUTHORIZING PERMIT
APPLICATION IN SUBSEQUENT YEARS
6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -154 PROVIDING LOCAL APPROVAL FOR A
PROJECT TO BE FINANCED BY THE HENNEPIN COUNTY HOUSING
AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -155 CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING BY
THE CITY COUNCIL ON THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF THE
TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT
FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 3
6f. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -156 SETTING SALARIES FOR CALENDAR
YEAR 2011
6g. 2011 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
Motion passed unanimously.
7. PRESENTATIONS / PROCLAMATIONS /RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS
7a. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -157 EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND
APPRECIATION OF CAROL KLEVEN FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC
SERVICE ON THE NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL
ADVISORY COMMISSION
Mayor Willson read in full a resolution expressing the City's appreciation to Carol Kleven for
her public service on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION
NO. 2010 -157 Expressing Recognition and Appreciation of Carol Kleven for Her Dedicated
Public Service on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission.
Motion passed unanimously.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
- None.
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9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
- None.
10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
10a. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6 -MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 4307 66 AVENUE NORTH
Assistant City Manager/Director of Building and Community Standards Vickie Schleuning
advised that this property was inspected and 12 property code violations were cited and
ultimately corrected. This property qualifies for a Type IV six -month provisional rental license
based on the number of property code violations found during the initial rental license
inspection. The property owner is also required to submit a mitigation plan and report monthly
on the progress of that plan. Staff has reviewed that mitigation plan and held discussion with the
property owner and recommends approval based on meeting standards in the mitigation plan.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to open the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
No one appeared to speak.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to close the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the issuance of a
Type IV six -month provisional rental license and mitigation plan for 4307 66 Avenue N., with
the requirement that the mitigation plan must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental
license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10b. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6 -MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6407 LEE AVENUE NORTH
Ms. Schleuning advised that this property was inspected and 13 property code violations were
cited and ultimately corrected. This property qualifies for a Type IV six -month provisional
rental license based on the number of property code violations found during the initial rental
license inspection. The property owner is also required to submit a mitigation plan and report
monthly on the progress of that plan. Staff has reviewed that mitigation plan and held discussion
with the property owner and recommends approval based on meeting standards in the mitigation
plan.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to open the hearing.
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Motion passed unanimously.
No one appeared to speak.
Councilmember Roche moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to close the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to approve the issuance of a
Type IV six -month provisional rental license and mitigation plan for 6407 Lee Avenue N., with
the requirement that the mitigation plan must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental
license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10c. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6 -MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 5315 FREMONT AVENUE NORTH
Ms. Schleuning introduced the item and advised that this property was inspected and ten
property code violations were cited and ultimately corrected. This property qualifies for a Type
IV six -month provisional rental license based on the number of property code violations found
during the initial rental license inspection. The property owner is also required to submit a
mitigation plan and report monthly on the progress of that plan. Staff has reviewed that
mitigation plan and held discussion with the property owner and recommends approval based on
meeting standards in the mitigation plan.
Councilmember Lasman referenced the applicant's letter indicating: "I also do not have time to
attend the Crime Free Housing Program meeting." Ms. Schleuning clarified this is a requirement
of the mitigation plan and the property owner is required to attend 50 percent of the meetings in
the coming six months. Councilmember Lasman stated this training is an important piece in
moving forward the City's licensing program.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to open the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
No one appeared to speak.
Councilmember Roche moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to close the hearing.
Councilmember Roche stated his support of the mitigation plan requirements, noting they were
reasonable and would result in an improved rental property.
Councilmember Ryan asked whether the inspection report gives a complete profile of all
violations and all requirements of the mitigation plan were explained to the applicant. Mr.
Boganey answered in the affirmative.
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Motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Roche moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to approve the issuance of
a Type IV six -month provisional rental license and mitigation plan for 5315 Fremont Avenue N.,
with the requirement that the mitigation plan must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental
license would be considered.
Mayor Willson commented that staff had put a lot of work into the rental licensing process,
which is working well to deal with rental properties issues and he was pleased to see owners are
participating and taking it seriously, as does the Council.
Motion passed unanimously.
10d. CONSIDERATION OF AN ON -SALE CLASS C INTOXICATING LIQUOR
LICENSE AND SUNDAY LIQUOR LICENSE FOR AMF EARLE BROWN
LANES, 6440 JAMES CIRCLE NORTH
Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the hearing is to consider the
issuance of a Class C Intoxicating Liquor License and Sunday Liquor License for AMF Earle
Brown Lanes. He stated that per Council direction at its last meeting, staff met on November 30,
2010, with representatives from AMF Earle Brown Lanes, and City Attorney LeFevere drafted a
resolution that stated findings of fact and identified specific orders should the Council determine
to consider approval with conditions. He advised it would be reasonable to deny the requested
liquor licenses because the applicant has not met the required food sales ratio; however, the
Council has the discretion to consider approval with conditions.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to open the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Don Tuttle, District Manager of AMF, explained that prior management had reduced hours of the
restaurant which resulted in reduced food sales. He stated they now have a new marketing plan
and invested capital improvement money in the dining room to expand their customer base. Mr.
Tuttle stated he took over in June of 2010 and had not been made aware of the ordinance
requirement for food sale percentages.
Mayor Willson stated that he generally follows the City's ordinances as written but understands
there are extenuating circumstances in some cases. He asked Mr. Tuttle if he was comfortable
with the six stipulations as contained in the draft resolution. Mr. Tuttle answered in the
affirmative and indicated their attorney and corporate office had no objection.
Mayor Willson referenced the last paragraph of the draft resolution indicating the applicant is
advised and admonished that it is the applicant's responsibility to meet the requirements of this
order and to meet the required percentage of revenues derived from the serving of food for
consumption on the premises. He noted the Council will be apprised of the monthly reports. Mr.
Tuttle stated he understands and they will monitor sales on a weekly basis.
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Councilmember Roche thanked Mr. Tuttle and Tim Duffy, General Manager of Earle Brown
Lanes, for submitting their marketing plan and attending the meeting tonight. He noted this is
the only bowling alley in Brooklyn Center and encouraged them to update the interior finishes in
the restaurant.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to close the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -158 MAKING FINDINGS OF FACT AND
ORDER RELATING TO AMF EARLE BROWN LANES LIQUOR
LICENSE
Councilmember Lasman stated she wanted this business to succeed and have a restaurant in this
area; however, the Council would need to see the performance outlined. It was noted the first
report will be considered by the Council in February, 2011.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to approve
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -158 Making Findings of Fact and Order Relating to AMF Earle
Brown Lanes Liquor License.
Mayor Willson stated there was no excuse for AMC not knowing about the requirements of the
ordinance, which has a long history in Brooklyn Center; however, the applicant had indicated
there were mitigating circumstances.
Motion passed unanimously.
10e. CONSIDERATION OF AN ON -SALE CLASS D INTOXICATING LIQUOR
LICENSE, SUNDAY LIQUOR LICENSE, AND 2 A.M. LIQUOR LICENSE FOR
MR. BBQ (FORMERLY MANGO TANGO ISLAND RESTAURANT & BAR),
2101 FREEWAY BOULEVARD
Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the hearing is to consider the
issuance of a Class D Intoxicating Liquor License, Sunday Liquor License, and 2 A.M. Liquor
License for Mr. BBQ, formerly Mango Tango Island Restaurant & Bar, 2101 Freeway
Boulevard. He explained staff found the applicant was delinquent for property taxes and utilities
and scheduled the hearing for tonight. Subsequent to the hearing being scheduled, payment was
received for the unpaid and past due property taxes and utility charges. Thus, as of this date, the
applicant is in full compliance with the ordinance. Mr. Boganey recommended if the Council
wishes to consider approval, it be subject to the condition that payment checks have been
received and funds deposited in the City's account no later than December 30, 2010.
City Attorney LeFevere explained the applicant is not required to keep taxes current throughout
the year but that a liquor license not be granted or renewed unless property taxes are current by
year end.
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Mayor Willson asked staff to update the Council if the first -half of property tax is missed. He
agreed with staff's recommended condition to assure sufficient funds prior to license issuance.
Councilmember Roche stated his disappointment with this establishment and that he wanted to
assure the property owner understands that the payment funds must be in the City's account by
December 30, 2010.
Mayor Willson stated he shares that concern.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to open the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
No one appeared to speak.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to close the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the On -Sale
Class D Intoxicating Liquor License, Sunday Liquor License, and 2 A.M. Liquor License for Mr.
BBQ, formerly Mango Tango Island Restaurant & Bar, 2101 Freeway Boulevard, conditioned
that all monies for taxes, license fees, and utilities are deposited in the City's and County's
account no later than close of business on December 30, 2010.
Motion passed unanimously.
10f. CONSIDERATION OF 2011 BUDGET
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION
NO. 2010 -159 Approving Final Tax Capacity Levies for the General Fund and Housing &
Redevelopment Authority and Market Value Tax Levy for the Debt Service Fund for Property
Taxes payable in 2011.
Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -159 APPROVING FINAL TAX CAPACITY
LEVIES FOR THE GENERAL FUND AND HOUSING AND
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND MARKET VALUE TAX LEVY
FOR DEBT SERVICE FUND FOR PROPERTY TAXES PAYABLE IN
2011
2. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -160 ESTABLISHING A FINAL PROPERTY
TAX LEVY FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE COST OF
OPERATION, PROVIDING INFORMATIONAL SERVICES AND
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF
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Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to approve RESOLUTION
NO. 2010 -160 Establishing a Final Property Tax Levy for the Purpose of Defraying the Cost of
Operation Providing Informational Services and Relocation Assistance Pursuant to the
Provisions of Minnesota Statutes Chapter 469.033 for the City of Brooklyn Center Housing and
Redevelopment Authority for Fiscal Year 2011.
Motion passed unanimously.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -161 ADOPTING THE 2011 GENERAL FUND
BUDGET
Councilmember Roche moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to approve
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -161 Adopting the 2011 General Fund Budget.
Motion passed unanimously.
MINNESOTA STATUTES CHAPTER 469.033 FOR THE CITY OF
BROOKLYN CENTER HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -162 ADOPTING THE 2011 SPECIAL REVENUE
FUND BUDGETS
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION
NO. 2010-162 Adopting the 2011 Special Revenue Fund Budgets.
Motion passed unanimously.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -163 ADOPTING THE 2011 DEBT SERVICE
FUND BUDGETS
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to approve RESOLUTION
NO. 2010 -163 Adopting the 2011 Debt Service Fund Budgets.
Motion passed unanimously.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -164 ADOPTING THE 2011 CAPITAL PROJECT
FUND BUDGETS
Councilmember Roche moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to approve
RESOLUTION NO. 2010-164 Adopting the 2011 Capital Project Fund Budgets.
Motion passed unanimously.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -165 ADOPTING THE 2011 ENTERPRISE FUND
BUDGETS
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Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION
NO. 2010-165 Adopting the 2011 Enterprise Fund Budgets.
Motion passed unanimously.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -166 ADOPTING THE 2011 PUBLIC UTILITY
FUND BUDGETS
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to approve RESOLUTION
NO. 2010-166 Adopting the 2011 Public Utility Fund Budgets.
Motion passed unanimously.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -167 ADOPTING THE 2011 INTERNAL
SERVICE FUND BUDGETS
Councilmember Roche moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION
NO. 2010-167 Adopting the 2011 Internal Service Fund Budgets.
Motion passed unanimously.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -168 ADOPTING THE 2011 -2025 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Mayor Willson noted the Council had met many times with the Financial Commission to discuss
the City's 2011 budget.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION
NO. 2010 -168 Adopting the 2011 -2025 Capital Improvement Program.
Motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Boganey thanked the City Council and Financial Commission for its work to develop a good
budget for 2011. He also extended his appreciation to Director of Fiscal and Support Services
Dan Jordet for his extraordinary effort to assist with the development of this budget and staff for
an outstanding job.
10g. MAYORAL REAPPOINTMENTS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to ratify the Mayor's
reappointments to Advisory Commissions as follows: Financial Commission: Philip Berglin
with term to expire December 31, 2013; Housing Commission: Kathie Amdahl and Tracy
Groves with terms to expire December 31, 2013; Park and Recreation Commission: Gail Ebert,
Muriel Lee, and Roger Peterson with terms to expire December 31, 2013; Planning Commission:
Sean Rahn, Kara Kuykendall, and Stan Leino with terms to expire December 31, 2012; and,
Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission : Allan Hancock with term to expire
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December 31, 2011.
Motion passed unanimously.
10h. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
Councilmember Roche moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to ratify the Mayor's
appointments to the Planning Commission as follows: Stephen Schonning, 5515 Fremont
Avenue North, with a term to expire on December 31, 2012; and, Rachel Morey, 4501 Woodbine
Lane, with a term to expire on December 31, 2011.
Motion passed unanimously.
11. COUNCIL REPORT
Councilmember Lasman reported on her attendance at the following:
• November 29, 2010, Council budget hearing with the Financial Commission that also
provided an opportunity for public input
• December 5, 2010, Holly Sunday celebration at the Community Center that was enjoyed
by many families and children. She thanked the Lions for their hard work to make this
event a success.
• Brooklyn Center Taxpayer's Association Community Emergency Assistance Program
(CEAP) breakfast, which was a great event, and they will be meeting annually.
Councilmember Lasman announced the upcoming February 5, 2011, Brooklyn Center 100th
birthday party and encouraged residents to make reservations by calling the Brooklyn Center
Community Center. She reported that many events have been scheduled for 2011 and the
birthday party will be the kickoff event.
Councilmember Roche stated 2010 is coming to a close and he believed that Brooklyn Center
would be even better in the days ahead. He thanked the City's residents being part of making
Brooklyn Center a great place to live, stay, and start. Councilmember Roche noted that the
Brooklyn Center Taxpayer's Association will be folding and personally thanked the "old guard"
for being instrumental in this community's success.
Councilmember Ryan reported on his attendance at the following:
• November 29, 2010, Council met in Chambers to receive the 2011 budget
• December 4, 2010, seminar on public school funding presented by Parents United. He
commented on the critical importance of adequate funding for public education to prepare
Minnesota's young people and assure a high quality work force to ensure the future.
• December 5, 2010, ISAIAH, a Twin Cities religious coalition held at the Minneapolis
Civic Center that focused on the need to address poverty and absence of economic
opportunity experienced by many.
• December 5, 2010, Holly Sunday Christmas celebration, magic show, and pictures with
Santa that drew a large number of families.
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• December 5, 2010, Lighting Ceremony of the Brooklyn Center Christmas Tree by Mayor
Willson
• December 10, 2010, annual ride along with new Police Patrolman Cody Turner, which
was an instructive experience.
Councilmember Ryan wished everyone a Merry Christmas and blessings of a more prosperous
New Year in 2011.
Mayor Willson reported on his attendance at the following:
• Brooklyn Center Taxpayer's Association's annual CEAP breakfast where unwrapped
gifts were donated. He advised this group will still meet on an informal annual basis.
• December 5, 2010, Holly Sunday and lighting of the Brooklyn Center Christmas tree. He
thanked Mr. Haney for assuring Santa made the trip to Brooklyn Center and City staff for
their efforts.
• December 5, 2010, ISAIAH Coalition, "10,000 Voices for One Minnesota" and address
by Governor -Elect Mark Dayton
Mayor Willson presented the letter from Osseo Superintendent Kate Maguire advising of the
upcoming votes by the Osseo School Board, Hennepin County Board, and CEAP Board on a
development agreement and parameters for a Regional Family Services Center.
Mr. Boganey reported on the extraordinary challenges faced by the City's Public Works
employees this past weekend due to heavy snow fall, wind chills, and need to repair a water main
break. He thanked them for handling those challenges while most others were in the comfort of
their home.
Mayor Willson concurred and stated it was reported that this was the fifth worse storm in
Minnesota since 1941. He added his commendation to City staff for stepping up above and
beyond.
Mayor Willson stated that some know of his personal life and that early in his service as Mayor,
he lost one of his children. He explained he had an extra vehicle because of that, which he kept
for sentimental reasons, but this last Saturday it was donated to Cars for Courage in Brooklyn
Center. Mayor Willson stated that was the appropriate place for this vehicle. He explained that
he wanted to mention this and to remind residents during this holiday season to be supportive of
those who are not as fortunate and commit a "random act of kindness."
12. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the City
Council meeting at 8:42 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
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STATE OF MINNESOTA)
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN)
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER)
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ss. Certification of Minutes
The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City Clerk of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, certifies:
1. That attached hereto is a full, true, and complete transcript of the minutes of a
Regular Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on
December 13, 2010.
2. That said meeting was held pursuant to due call and notice thereof and was duly
held at Brooklyn Center City Hall.
3. That the City Council adopted said minutes at its January 10, 2011, Regular
Session.
Mayor