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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975 03-10 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 MARCH 10, 1975 CITY HALL Call to Order The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Cohen at 7:30 p.m. Roll Call Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Fignar, Kuefler, Jensen and Britts. Also present were City Manager Donald Poss, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, Director of Planning and Inspection Blair Tremere, Director of Finance Paul Holmlund, and Administrative Assistants Ron Warren and James Lacina. Kaleidoscope The City Manager introduced Mr. Henry Dorff, Chairman Presentation of the Kaleidoscope Committee and committee members Mrs. Vetter and Mrs. Brekke who encouraged the support of the City Council to make the effort an overwhelming success. Mrs. Vetter and Mrs. Brekke then presented the Council with official Kaleidoscope buttons. Resolution Approving The City Manager next reviewed a proposed resolution Tax Delinquency List approving the tax delinquency list. He noted that this year the list consisted of only two remnant parcels. The Director of Public Works reviewed transparencies showing the location and size cf the parcels. Councilman Kuefler inquired as to the procedures that are followed regarding the sale of these parcels. The Director of Public Works commented that it was necessary for prospective buyers to submit bids for the land. Councilman Jensen inquired as to what happens if the land is not purchased. The Director of Public Works noted that in this instance the State would retain title to the property under tax forfeiture procedures, but that adjoining property owners may very well use the property as if it were their own. RESOLUTION Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolution NO. 75-55 and moved its adoption. RESOLUTION APPROVING CLASSIFICATION LIST "647-C" The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Tony Kuefler, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Tony Kuefler, Bill Fignar and Robert Jensen; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. 3-10-75 Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolution RESOLUTION and moved its adoption: NO. 65 -56 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE HOME FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION A DEPOSITORY OF CITY FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Robert Jensen, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor_ thereof: Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Tony Kuefler, Bill Fignar and Robert Jensen; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Member Bill Fignar introduced the following resolution RESOLUTION and moved its adoption: NO. 75 -57 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1975 GENERAL FUND BUDGET The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Tony Kuefler, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Tony Kuefler, Bill Fignar and Robert Jensen; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Mayor Cohen then introduced a resolution regarding the Resolution Regarding Minneapolis Downtown Council Tax Study report. He Minneapolis Tax commented that the focus of the resolution is geared Study towards initiating an ongoing cooperative study to resolve the matter and not independent biased studies. He noted that this most recent study followed the same pattern of the past city - suburb disputes. There was a brief dis- cussion on the resolution. Councilman Jensen noted that he had attended a meeting regarding this issue and stressed the importance of the Legislature deferring action until further study can be compiled on the suburbs' position. He noted that he supported the concept of a suburban task group to study this issue. Councilman Britts expressed concern for cooperation between Minneapolis and its suburbs. He stated that unless this cooperation prevailed the problems of the City will eventually be the problems of the suburbs. He noted that a joint effort is needed to solve the problems and that the suburbs should be willing to help Minneapolis in their fight against the many problems which could eventually spread to the suburbs. 3 -10 -75 -2- Mayor Cohen them commented on the need to present a factual case in compiling data for the study. He noted that this was not a case of drawing a line on issues between city vs. suburbs, but that it was a matter of recognizing the total problems for the entire area. He further commented that it was time for Minneapolis to realize that many inner ring suburban problems are as important as central city problems. Mayor Cohen then recommended Councilman Jensen and City Manager Don Poss to serve as members of this suburban task group. RESOLUTION Member Tony Kuefler introduced the following resolution NO. 75 -55 and moved its adoption- RESOLUTION REJECTING MINNEAPOLIS TAX STUDY AND PROVIDING FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATION OF FACTS AND CONTINGENCIES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bill Fignar, and upon vote being taken there - -., the following voted in favor thereof- Philip Cohen, Tony Kuefler, Bill Fignar and Robert JPn .-Pns ahstaining- Maurice Brittse and the following voted against the same- none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Shingle Creels The City Manager next considered the Shingle Creek Watershed Study Watershed Study. He noted that this study was in t-1ated some time ago and actually.evclved from concerns regarding water levels in Twin Lakes. The Director of Public Works briefly reviewed the history of the Shingle Creek Watershed Study. He also noted that this st - .ufiy en pha.sized water resources management. Councilman Jei en inquired about creation of watershed districts, The City Manager responded that watershed districts are independent entities created by Counties and that they have independent property taxing authority. He noted that Brr��oklyn Center has done on its own what a water, hed district might consider and encouraged that other do the same when considering planning and development. He briefly reviewed the idea of water resources manage- ment, noting tx,at this plan comprehended the use of natural water storage areas such as the Twin Lake area Central Park and the Palmer Lake Basin, along with Shingle Creek :itself, He stated that through the use of these natural areas, there was a possibility for ground water seepage to replenish the ground water table and for a more controlled runoff during high water stages. He stated that the Metro Council may require, in the near future, many communities to show plans regarding these matters. -3- 3 -10 -75 Councilman Jensen then noted that there was a great need for cooperation of all communities in the watershed district in order to effectively control flood waters and runoff. The City Manager noted that the Shingle Creek Watershed Study has, to a large extent, already been implemented in the City of Brooklyn Center and that it was more or less for the benefit of those communities that were developing at this time. There was a brief discussion as to implementation and the general results and recommendations of this study. The City Council recessed at 8 :50 p.m. and resumed at Recess 9810 P.M. The City Manager next reviewed the liquor lawsuit. He Liquor Suit noted that this suit was brought against the liquor whole- Report salers by a group of suburban municipal liquor store communities and later expanded as a class action on behalf of all liquor retailers. He stated that the suit was based on alleged antitrust activities of the liquor whole- salers. He noted that an out -of -court settlement was made in favor of the plaintiffs. The Director of Finance briefly reviewed the award issued by Federal judge Lord. He noted that the defendants had five years to pay damages in cash or through the use of 30 coupons applied to the cost of a case of liquor. He noted that the coupons could also be used against liquor bought from three vendors other than the eight mentioned in the suit. He noted that total remuneration for the City of Brooklyn Center would be approximately $13,000 to $14,000. The next item considered was an on -sale beer license for On -Sale Beer the Happy Dragon Restaurant, Inc. The City Manager noted License that the procedures regarding review of on -sale beer licenses had been modified to conform to procedures for intoxicating on -sale licenses. He noted that the application submitted for the Happy Dragon Restaurant beer license was in order and that the police checks revealed no problems. y Motion b Councilman Brit and y is seconded by Councilman Jensen to approve the issuance of a nonintoxicating, on -sale beer license to the Happy Dragon Restaurant, Inc. for the remainder of the year 1975. Voting in favor were. Mayor Cohen., Councilmen Britts, Kuefler, Fignar and Jensen. Voting against. none. The motion passed unanimously. The City Manager next referred to the progress of the Library Report Brooklyn Center library matter brought to the attention of the Council at the previous meeting. Councilman Jensen commented that he had attended a Hennepin County Board Ways and Means Committee meeting and expressed concerns stated in the resolution adopted by the Brooklyn Center City Council. He noted that Commissioners Ticen, Derus, and Hanson sat on the Ways and Means Committee. He commented that he did have the support of Commissioners Derus and Robb on this issue and felt that it would be advantageous to contact the other Commissioners and express the concern. 3 -10 -75 -4- He then stated that Library Director Robert Rohlf commented on the rationale for constructing the Ridgedale Center before the Brookdale location. He noted that the property had already been acquired and the site was adequate to handle the center in Ridgedale whereas there were still problems with the Brooklyn Center site as to acquisition and size. Councilman Jensen reported that the matter was deferred for the entire Board to review. Following a brief discussion concerning this matter there was a motion by Councilman Britts and seconded by Councilman Fignar to direct the City Manager to contact the Library Director to again offer assistance of Brooklyn Center in progressing the regional library. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Britts, Kuefler, Fignar and Jensen. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. Licenses Motion by Councilman Fignar and seconded by Councilman Jensen to approve the following licenses: FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE Nutrition World 2920 County Road 10 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS LICENSE Modern Heating & Air Conditioning 2318 1st St. NoE. NONPERISHABLE FOOD VENDING MACHINE LICENSE Carousel Coiffures 6225 Brooklyn Blvd. Gold Medal Bev. Co. Brookdale Super Valu 5801 Xerxes Ave. Maranatha Baptist Home 5401 - 69th Ave. Northport School 5421 Brooklyn Blvd. Humboldt Standard Station 6900 Humboldt Ave. Karen's Beauty Salon 4300 - 69th Ave. Minnesota Fabrics 5712 Morgan Ave. Minnesota Tile Co. 4825 France Ave. Tom's Mobil 6849 Brooklyn Blvd. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Britts, Kuefler, Fignar and Jensen. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. Legislative Matters The City Manager next noted that there were no legis- lative matters prepared for discussion at this evening's meeting, but that the Council should be prepared to consider resolutions of support and disagreement on certain legislative issues at the March 24 meeting. Mayor Cohen noted that the Council should review the Legislative Bulletins published by the League so they are aware of the issues before the Legislature. He also noted that it might be worthwhile to consider another meeting with the legislative members the latter part of March or early April. -5- 3-10-75 Councilman Kuefler noted that he would not be present Meeting at the March 24 meeting. Attendance Motion by Councilman Kuefler and seconded by Councilman Adjournme nt Fignar to adjourn the meeting. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Britts, Kuefler, Fignar and Jensen. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 9:50 p, m. Clerk Mayor 3 -10 -75 -6-