HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974 04-08 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
APRIL 8, 1974
CITY HALL
Call to Order The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session
and was called to order by Mayor Philip Cohen at 7:30 p.m.
Roll Call Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Kuefler, Britts, Fignar, and
Jensen. Also present were City Manager Donald Poss,
Director of Public Works James Merila, Director of Finance
Paul Holmlund, Director of Planning and Inspection Blair
Tremere, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, Chief of Police
Thomas O'Hehir, and Administrative Assistants Daniel
Hartman and James Lacina.
Invocation Reverend Levang of the Brookdale Assembly of God Church
offered the invocation.
Approval of Minutes Motion by Councilman Kuefler and seconded by Councilman
3 -11 -74 Jensen to approve the minutes of the March 11 , 1974 meeting
as submitted. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Council-
men Britts, Kuefler and Jensen. Voting against: none. The
motion passed. Councilman Fignar abstained since he was
not present at the meeting.
Approval of Minutes Motion by Councilman Fignar and seconded by Councilman
3 -25 -74 Britts to approve the minutes of the March 25, 1974 meeting
as submitted. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Council-
men Britts, Fignar and Kuefler. Voting against: none. The
motion passed. Councilman Jensen abstained since he was
not present at the meeting.
Planning Commission The first item of business was consideration of Planning
Application No. 74019 Commission Application No. 74019 submitted by the United
(U.S. Postal Service) States Postal Service. The item was introduced by the
Director of Planning and Inspection, who explained that the
applicant would be soon commencing the construction of a
regional postal facility on a site located easterly of Lee
Avenue North between 68th Avenue North and 69th Avenue
North. He stated that the Postal Service has spent sub-
stantial time in the design stages of the facility and has
worked with the City staff with respect to various local
ordinance requirements and planning policies. He noted
that numerous revisions have been made in the original
plan regarding site layout, traffic flow and berming.
Mr. Tremere also noted that the federal government in
general, and the Postal Ser�ice in particular, do not as a
matter of established policy take building permits, but that
Postal Service policy provides that local communities be
afforded the opportunity to plan, review and offer input.
Mayor Cohen then recognized Mr. Ray Frisby, Manager of
the Area Design and Construction Office, and an extensive
discussion ensued relative to the proposed plan and the
development proposed for the site.
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Mr. Tremere briefly commented on the site layout,
indicating the points of ingress and egress. He stated
that in addition to the outside customer and employee
parking, parking spaces for postal vehicles were within
the building. Mr. Frisby noted that there was no immediate
plan to develop the southwest corner of the site and that it
would be sodded.
Mr. Tremere commented that through the cooperation of the
Postal Service and the bonding company for the designated
contractor, the City will be provided a performance agree-
ment and a performance bond to assure completion of the
designated site improvements
Action Approving Planning Motion by Councilman Fignar and seconded by Councilman
Commission Application Britts to approve the site and building plans for the regional
No. 74019 (U.S. Postal United States postal facility as contained in Planning
Service) Commission Application No. 74019 submitted by the United
States Postal Service. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen,
Councilmen Britts, Fignar, Kuefler and Jensen. Voting
against. none. The motion passed unanimously.
1973 Financial Report The City Manager next presented the 1973 Financial Report
of the Firemen's Relief of the Brooklyn Center Firemen's Relief Association. He
Association stated that the City Treasurer has prepared the report as
required by State law. Councilman Jensen inquired as to
the funding of the Relief Association. The City Manager
commented that the funding is based on actuarial studies
with the City Council having control over investments.
Councilman Kuefler asked as to the selection of officers
referred to in the report. The City Manager stated that
the Fire Relief Association elects its own officers. He
stated that the City is unique in its control of the Fire
Relief Association in that the City Council must approve
the Association's investments. He commented that in
turn the City must actuarially fund the Association in
terms of providing for a sound pension plan
Motion by Councilman Britts and seconded by Councilman
Jensen to, accept the 1973 Financial Report for the Brooklyn
Center Firemen's Relief Association. Voting in favor were:
Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Britts, Fignar, Kuefler and
Jensen. Voting against: none. The motion passed unani-
mously.
Ptlblilc l :provemer_t The Director of Public Works next reviewed the public
Hearings hearing schedule for the evening. He stated that the
public hearings were related to proposed water main,
sanitary sewer, storm sewer, street, grading base and
surfacing, curb, gutter and sidewalk and bridge improve -
ment projects within the City of Brooklyn Center.
P'blic Hearing The Mayor opened the public hearing on Bridge Improvement
lm prrovement Project Project No. 1972 -20. Mr, Merila commented that the pro -
No. 1972-20 ject was for a bridge over Shingle Creek Parkway on Freeway
Boulevard. He stated that the bids received by the City were
quite high. It was recommended to continue the public
hearing to allow time for further study of the bids.
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The Mayor noted that notified property owners were not
present to speak either for or against the proposed pro -
ject.
Motion by Councilman Britts and seconded by Councilman
Kuefler to continue the ement ublic hearing on Improvement
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Project No. 1972 -0 until April 22, 1974. Voting in favor
were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Britts, Fignar, Kuefler
and Jensen. Voting against: none. The motion passed
unanimously.
Public Hearing The Director of Public Works then reviewed Improvement
Improvement Project Project No. 1974 -1 providing for the construction of water
No. 1974 -1 main in Freeway Boulevard from Xerxes Avenue North to
Shingle Creek Parkway.
RESOLUTION Member Tony Kuefler introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -48 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF WATER MAIN
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO, 1974 -1
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, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted.
Public Hearing The Director of Public Works then reviewed Improvement
Improvement Project Project No. 1974 -2 providing for sanitary sewer con-
No. 1974 -2 struction in Freeway Boulevard to serve those properties
between Xerxes Avenue North and Shingle Creek Parkway.
RESOLUTION Member Bill Fignar introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -49 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY
SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 -2
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was duly seconded by member Maurice Britts, and upon
vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted.
Public Hearing The Director of Public Works then reviewed Improvement
Improvement Project Project No. 1974 -3 providing for storm sewer construction
No. 1974 -3 in Freeway Boulevard to serve those properties located
between Xerxes Avenue North and Shingle Creek Parkway.
RESOLUTION Member Robert Jensen introduced the following resolution
NO 74 -50 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF STORM
SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 -3
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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, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted.
Public Hearing The Director of Public Works next reviewed Improvement
Improvement Project Project No, 1974 -4 providing for grading, base and
No. 1974 -4 surfacing on Freeway Boulevard between Xerxes Avenue
North and Shingle Creek Parkway.
RESOLUTION Member Bill Fignar introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -51 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF STREET
GRADING, BASE & SURFACING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NO. 1974 -4
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, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
Public Hearing The Director of Public Works then reviewed Improvement
Improvement Project Project No, 1974 -5 providing for base and surfacing of
No. 1974 -5 the east and north half of Shingle Creek Parkway from
67th Avenue North to the Municipal Service Garage.
RESOLUTION Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -52 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF STREET BASE
& SURFACING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 -5
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, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
Public Hearing The Director of Public Works next reviewed Improvement
Improvement Project Project No. 1974 -6 providing for curb and gutter and
Noe 1974 -6 sidewalk along the east and north half of Shingle Creek
Parkway from 67th Avenue North to the Municipal
Service Garage.
RESOLUTION Member Tony Kuefler introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -53 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF CURB &.
GUTTER AND SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO.
1974 -6
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was duly seconded �y member Robert Jensen, and upon
vote being taken th�reon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Philip Cor`en, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
Public Hearing The Director of Public Works reviewed Improvement
Improvement Project Project No. 1974 -7 providing for the construction of
No. 1974 -7 water main in proposed Earle Brown Drive.
RESOLUTION Member Bill Fignar introduced the following resolution
NO. 74-54 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF WATER MAIN
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 -7
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, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
Public Hearing The Director of Public Works next reviewed Improvement
Improvement Project Project No. 1974 -8 providing for the construction of
No. 1974 -8 sanitary sewer in proposed Earle Brown Drive.
RESOLUTION Member Robert Jensen introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -55 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY
SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 -8
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was duly seconded by member Maurice Britts, and
upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Bill
Fignar, Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the follow-
ing voted against the same; none, whereupon said
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Public Hearing The Director of Public Works reviewed Improvement
Improvement Project Project No. 1974 -9 providing for the construction of
No. 1974 -9 storm sewer in proposed Earle Brown Drive.
RESOLUTION Member Bill Fignar introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -56 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF STORM
SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 -9
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was duly seconded by member Maurice Britts, and upon
vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted.
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Public Hearing The Director of Public Works next reviewed Improvement
Improvement Project Project No. 1974 -10 providing for grading, base and
No. 1974 -10 surfacing of proposed Earle Brown Drive.
RESOLUTION Member Tony Kuefler introduced the following resolution
NO. 74-57 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF STREET
GRADING, BASE & SURFACING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NO. 1974 -10
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was duly seconded by member Bill Fignar, and upon
vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION Member Robert Jensen introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -58 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING DELETION OF WATER MAIN
IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS NO, 1973 -31 & 1973 -36 AND
STREET RESTORATION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO.
1973 -32 FROM CONTRACT 1974 -A
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was duly seconded by Tony Kuefler, and upon vote being
taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, Tony Kuefler
and Robert Jensen- and the following voted against the
same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared
duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION Member Tony Kuefler introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -59 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND APPROVING CONTRACT
FORM (UTILITY AND GRADING CONTRACT 1974 ®B)
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was duly seconded by member Bill Fignar, and upon
vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
Shingle Creek Mayor Cohen inquired as to the status of the Shingle Creek
Parkway Bridge Parkway bridge. The Director of Public Works commented
that the bridge is considered a part of the overall upgrading
of FAI -94 through Minneapolis and Brooklyn Center.
Mr. Merila stated that the project is at present held up
pending filing of a satisfactory environmental impact
statement. He commented that once an environmental
impact statement has been approved by the federal govern-
ment, the process leading to construction of the highway
can again commence.
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A lengthy discussion ensued relative to the overall
freeway upgrading and the role Brooklyn Center must
play in its development.
Consideration of Motion by Councilman Britts and seconded by Councilman
Awarding Contract Jensen to continue consideration of a resolution awarding
No. 1974 -C Bridge Contract No. 1974 -C until the public hearing on
Improvement Project No. 1972 -20 has been completed.
Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Britts,
Fignar, Kuefler and Jensen. Voting against: none. The
motion passed unanimously.
Recess The City Council recessed at 9:05 p.m. and resumed at
9 :30 p.m.
Establish Improvement The City Manager recommended adoption of a resolution
Projects No. 1974 -11 establishing Project Nos, 1974 -11 and 1974 -12. He
and 1974 -12 stated that -the City has received a petition from property
owners requesting connection to the City water system.
He stated that this petition was received before the new
rates went into effect and the assessment per residential
lot would be $590.
RESOLUTION Member Tony Kuefler introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -60 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING WATER MAIN IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT' NO. 1974 -11 AND STREET SURFACING IMPROVE -
MENT PROJECT NO. 1974-12, AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was duly seconded by member Robert Jensen, and upon
vote being thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, Tony Kuefler
and Robert Jensen; and the following voted against the
same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared
duly passed and adopted.
Resolution Amending The City Manager next reviewed a proposed resolution
the Human Rights which would amend the Human Rights Commission
Commission Resolution Resolution No. 68 -44. He stated that the Human Rights
Noe 68 -44 Commission had reviewed the enabling resolution and
recommended the amendments to provide for a more
effective operation of the Commission.
Mayor Cohen inquired as to the terminology used in
referring to the chairman as a chairperson. He stated
that he would rather see the reference made to a chair-
man or chairwoman.
A discussion ensued regarding terminology to be used
in the resolution and regarding the confusing reference
to original membership composition of the Commission.
Following discuss on it was the consensus of the Council
that the proposed resolution be redrafted to reflect those
points raised during discussion.
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Resolution Ratifying The City Manager introduced the next item on the agenda,
Master Contract Terms the labor contract between the City and the International
for the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local No. 49, AFL -CIO.
Union of Operating He stated that the Metropolitan Area Management Associa-
Engineers , Local No. 49 tion has met and negotiated tentative terms and conditions
of employment with Local No. 49.
The City Manager reviewed the provisions of the contract
pointing out that the proposal would cover the years 1974
and 1975. He described salary provisions as providing
a $65 per month increase for light and heavy equipment
operators during 1974 and providing a 1975 increase of $75
per month for heavy equipment operators and $70 per month
for light equipment operators.
He reported that effective June 1, 1974 the contract would
provide for City payment of not to exceed $10 per month
toward dependent hospitalization and medical coverage
and that effective January 1, 1975 the City payment would
increase to the maximum of $15 per month for dependent
hospital and medical coverage.
The City Manager also reported that the contract calls for
10 paid holidays commencing January 1, 1975 as contrasted
to 9 -1/2 paid holidays in the 1973 labor contract. He
stated that the existing one -half day on Good Friday would
be eliminated and the tenth holiday established as the
Friday after Thanksgiving.
The City Manager then outlined certain management
orientated provisions in the contract. He stated that the
contract now contains an employer's security provision
which would not allow strikes or slow downs during the
period of the contract. He also referred to the waiver of
bargaining provision which would prohibit negotiations on
any part of the contract during the life of the agreement.
A lengthy discussion ensued relative to the terms of the
contract with Councilman Britts commenting as to the need
for additional taxes to pay the increased cost.
Mayor Cohen stated that there is a need for the Legislature
to review the levy limitations since it is unrealistic for a
municipality to operate with only a 6% increase each year.
The City Manager stated that with the raising cost of
operation the City will have to reassess programs and
labor in terms of cutbacks.
The City Manager also commented on the Minimum Wage
Law passed by Congress. He stated that the new law
affects Brooklyn Center in terms of services since a
higher minimum wage means fewer jobs on a part -time
basis.
Councilman Jensen then stated that the request seems
reasonable even in light of levy limitations. He commented
that the increase seems in line with the private sector.
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RESOLUTION Member Tony Kuefler introduced the following resolution
NO. 74 -61 and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN
INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS
LOCAL #49 AFL -CIO AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN
CENTER
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was duly seconded by member Bill Fignar, and upon vote
being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, Tony Kuefler
and Robert Jensen; and the following voted against the
same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared
duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION Member Maurice Britts introduced the following
NO. 74 -62 resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF 3 -4 YD®
DUMP BODY
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, Bill Fignar,
Tony Kuefler and Robert Jensen; and the following voted
against the same: none, whereupon said resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted.
Establish 1974 Board Motion by Councilman Britts and seconded -by Councilman
of Equalization Fignar to establish June 10, 1974 for the meeting of the
1974 Board of Equalization. Voting in, favor were: Mayor
Cohen, Councilmen Britts, Fignar, Kuefler and Jensen,
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Voting against: none, The motion passed unanimously.
Licenses Motion by Councilman Kuefler and seconded by Councilman
Fignar to approve the following licenses:
CIGARETTE LICENSE
LaCrosse Dairy 5845 Lyndale Ave,
Roy's A & W 6837 Brooklyn Blvd,
CLASS "A" MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER' S LICENSE
Pontiac of Brockdale 6801 Brooklyn Blvd.
CLASS "B" MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER'S LICENSE
J. C. Penney Co, 1265 Brookdale
FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE
Coffee Time for Velie Olds 611 Cedar
LaCrosse Dairy 5845 Lyndale Ave.
GARBAGE HAULER'S LICENSE
G & H Sanitation Gypsy Lane
Krone Garbage Service Box 221
Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilman Britts,
Fignar, Kuefler and Jensen. Voting against: none,
The motion passed unanimously.
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Special Approval of Motion by Councilman Britts and seconded by Councilman
the Food Establishment Kuefler to approve the food establishment license for the
License (Twin Lake Twin Lake Alano Society, Inc., 4938 Brooklyn Boulevard
Alano Society, Inc,) with the condition that the site performance bond required
under its special use permit be submitted within 2 weeks.
Voting in favor were Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Britts,
Kuefler, Fignar and Jensen. Voting against: none. The
motion passed unanimously.
Poli'hical Signery The City Manager next introduced the topic of political
signery. He stated that he has surveyed those Involved
in the political process in Brooklyn Center for their
impressions on limiting or restricting political signery.
He stated that the opinions received varied considerably.
A lengthy discussion ensued relative to political signery
and the type of controls which could be placed upon them.
Councilman Jensen stated that he would not favor pro -
hibiting political signs, but would favor limiting the
number of signs,
Councilman Kuefler commented that he had discussed the
topic with leaders in the community and found that
political signs were important in terms of exposure for a
nonincumbent, participation by workers in campaigns,
and notification of upcoming elections. He stated that
personally he would like to see the elimination of poli-
tical signs but the reasons for allowing them outweigh
his personal judgment,
Councilman Fignar commented that he would like to see
political signs eliminated. Councilman Britts stated
that political signs do provide identification for a can-
didate. He stated that he would favor limiting the size
and number of signs,
Mayor Cohen stated that he was in favor of eliminating
political signery altogether. He stated that signs are
nothing more than a single factor in a campaign and do
not significantly affect the overall results. He commented
that a candidate must get out and meet the public in order
to win an election.
The City Manager outlined the present City regulations
on political signery. He commented that it would be
impractical to attempt to control the number of signs in
the community.
Mayor Cohen suggested that the time limit could be
shortened for posting signs. Councilman Kuefler stated
that he could support such a concept perhaps limiting
such signs to 14 days prior to an election.
Councilman Jensen suggested not drastically reducing
the time limit on signs since it takes a certain amount
of time to organize workers. Councilman Britts sug-
gested controlling the minimum size of signs stating
that a minimum size might at least eliminate the small
lawn signs.
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The City Manager stated that by controlling the minimum
size of political signs the City could be accused of
imposing economic sanctions on candidates. He com-
mented that the most effective control from an administrative
point of view would be in the area of reducing the time
limit on posting political signs.
The subject was by consensus deferred to a subsequent
meeting to permit further study.
Regulating Snowmobiles The next item discussed was regulations on snowmobiles
in Brooklyn Center in Brooklyn Center. The City Council reviewed the com-
plaints received over the past few months dealing with
snowmobiling. The City Manager stated that Brooklyn
Center is the only inner -ring suburb to his knowledge
which allows snowmobiling on City streets.
Mayor Cohen stated that snowmobiling has become a
problem due to inconsiderate snowmobilers in the
community. He stated that the City Council must
address the problem as soon as possible.
It was the consensus of the City Council that a public
hearing be held to discuss the snowmobiling situation
in Brooklyn Center and review the ordinance.
BC Kaleidoscope 1 74 Motion by Councilman Kuefler and seconded by
Councilman Fignar instructing the City Manager to
draft a resolution commending the BC Kaleidoscope '74
Planning Committee for a successful program. Voting
in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Britts, Kuefler,
Fignar and Jensen. Voting against: none. The motion
passed unanimously,
Adjournment Motion by Councilman Kuefler and seconded by Councilman
Jensen to adjourn the meeting. Voting in favor were:
Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Britts , Fignar, Kuefler and
Jensen. Voting against: none. The motion passed
unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council meeting
adjourned at 11:49 p.m.
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