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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973 07-23 CCM Regular Session MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION JULY 23, 197 3 CITY HALL Call to Order The City Council met in regular session and was called to order at 7 :30 p.m. by Mayor Philip Cohen. Roll Call Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Britts, Fignar and Kuefler. Also present were City Manager Donald Poss, Director of Public Works Jarr:es Merila, Director of Finance Paul Holmlund, Director of Planning & Inspec- tion Blair Tremere, Chief of Police Thomas O'Hehir, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, Assistant City Engineer Gerald Butcher, and Administrative Assistants Jim Lacing and Daniel Hartman. Approve Minutes Motion by Councilman Fignar, seconded by Councilman 7 -9 -73 Leary to approve the minutes of the July 9, 1973 meeting as submitted. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Britts, Leary arid Fignar. Not voting: Councilman Kuefler who explained that he was not present at the July 9, 1973 meeting. Motion passed. Authorize Execution of The first item of business was consideration of the City Library Land Purchase Manager's recommendation that the Council authorize Agreement the Mayor and City Manager to execute a purchase agreement with the County for the sale of land under- lying the Brooklyn Center Library. He explained the Council had previously approved the negotiated price for the land and authorized the preparation of such a purchase agreement. Following a brief discussion there was a motion by Councilman Britts, seconded by Councilman Kuefler to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute a purchase agreement with Hennepin County for the sale of the land underlying the Brooklyn Center Library. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Britts, Fignar and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unanimously. Authorize Execution of The Council next considered a recommendation from the Easement Agreement - City Manager that the Mayor and the City Manager be Tri -State Land Co., authorized to execute an easement agreement and rail- Soo Line Railroad road crossing permits relative to Trunk Water Main Project No. 1973 -7, which crosses Tri -State Land Company and Soo Line Railroad property. The Director of Public Works briefly explained the proposal. Following a brief discussion there was a motion by Councilman Leary, seconded by Councilman Fignar to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute an easement agreement and railroad crossI g parmitz relative to Trunk Water Main Project No. 1973 -7 with respect to Tri -State Land Company and Soo Line Railroad property. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Council - men Leary, Britts, Fignar and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unanimously. -1- 7 -23 -73 Consideration of The City Manager commented tha a petition had been Proposed Sidewalk received opposing the planned installation of sidewalk Construction Along along 72nd Avenue North between France Avenue Norm 72nd Ave. N. and and West Palmer Lake Drive. He noted that a number Citizen Request to of residents of that neighbonccod were present and he Terminate Project stated that a response to the petition would be in order. The Director of Public Works offered comments on the matter noting the priorities of the walkway system and in response to a question by Councilman Erftts, he stated that the project was "mid-priority", relative to all other approved projects in the City. The City Manager explained tl.at the concern stated in the petition included preservation of trees, the natural beauty of the area and the request that all proposed construction of sidewalks in the area by terminated. An extensive discussion ensvied following a review by the Director of Public Works and the City Manager of the establishment of the walkway network by the Counci` seve al years ago. The City Manager stated the Counci had projected well into the future, utilizing the Com- prehensive Plan, the increasi 'i:jg trend as to the use of bicycles and walking, and especially the emphasis placed by the City Council on the establishment of a community -wide nettnork (vs. a segmentation or neigh- borhood approach) . It was noted also that since the sidewalk installation was a city -wide program there was no assessment against individual property owners. Mayor Cohen stated he felt further substantial public input should be provided before any decision could be made, and suggested that a public hearing be held. In response to a question by the AJa7or, the Director of Public Works stated the project could only be delayed approximately two weeks during this construction season, nct{ng that contract had been let some time ago. The Mayor then recognized Mr. Henry Hallgren, who represented the property owners on 72nd Avenue Nor li who signed the petition. He stated a basic, concern was aesthetic, in that trees would be eliminated or moved and that the end result wo be the neighbor good would be losing something that it already has. Hie stated there was some question as to whether a walk- way along 72nd Avenue was warranted by pedestrian traffic, and he stated the neighborhood did recognize the safety and. community development factors regarding the establishment of the walkway program. In further discussion the City Manager commented that the City Council had specified that trees were to be saved whenever possible. He noted the use of meandering walkways, which followed natural contour s and irregular tree lines. ',-ie stated that program- `..ad been very successful. In response to a question by Councilman Kuefler, Mr. Hallgrf�n stated the neighbors were not concerned where the most desirable place would be for the sidewalk, but rather was soley con- cerned with the impact on 72nd Avenue North. The Mayor then stated the alternatives for the Council were as follows: -2- 7 -23 -73 1. Proceed with the grogram as approved. 2. Postpone further consideration of the matter until the next Cc iricil meeting so that a public hearing could be called. 3. Take action to drop the subject portion of the sidewalk construction from the contract and reconsider the matter for next year. The Mayor reiterated his feeling that more public input was needed before a determination could be made on the issue, noting that a substantial number of people besides those along 72nd Avenue North were affected. In response to a question by Councilman Fignar, the City Manager noted that the costs for this particular project could be expected to increase 10% to 15% if delayed for another year, and he also noted the need to consider the various ramifications of deleting particular portions of an approved sidewalk network. Motion to Delete Portion Motion by Councilman Kuefler, seconded by Councilman of 1973 Walkway Construc- Britts to delete from the 1973 walkway construction pro ..7 tion (Vote follows) gram that segment on 72nd Avenue North between France Avenue North and West Palmer Lake Drive. Further Discussion In further discussion Councilman Leary said that he was compelled to speak against the motion in that it was simply a "why me" type of question. He stated the general problem stated by the petition had already beeil evaluated by the Council and that the overriding need was to look at the value of a sidewalk network as a whole. He commented it was a community -wide effort and that while he could appreciate the concerns of specific individuals, it was essential to the principle of fairness to the whole community that the basic philosophy behind the program be honored. He said that this segment must be evaluated as any other walk- way in the City of the same priority. Councilman Fignar stated that he agreed with the moti:Ar! and felt there was a need for more background. He stated that he did not have the expertise on the issue and needed additional information. Councilman Britts stated that he did not feel bound by previous Council determinations on the walkway con- cept and stated he needed more data to make a sound judgment on this matter. Vote on Motion to The Mayor then called for a vote. Voting in favor were: Delete Portion of Mayor Cohen,- Councilmen Britts, Fignar and Kuefler. Walkway Construction Voting against: Councilman Leary. Motion passed. Draft Resolution, The City Manager next introduced a draft resolution Re: Planning Application offered in response to City Council directions. of uly 9, No. 73014 1973. He stated that the resolution would deny Planninng Commission Application No. 73014 xubmitted by Moe.:. & Associates. Mayor Cohen requ sted that the clerk read the resolution and a brief discussion ensued: RESOLUTION Member Bill Fignar introduced the following resolution NO. 73 -118 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DEMING PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 73014 -3- 7 -23 -73 The motion for the adoption cf the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member John Leary, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor there- of: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted agains the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declarec duly passed and adopted. Mayor's Comments Regarding the matter of Mork & Associates, the Mayor Relative to Mork & stated that the applicants had continued their apparent Associates vendetta against the City and its established planning procedures. He stated that the City Manager and he had met with officials from the Department of Housing and Urban Development, St. Paul office, to discuss the applicants' allegations. Proposed Censure of Mayor Cohen then asked that the Council consider Mork and Associates censuring the developer for his arrogant, uncooperative attitude and his deplorable tactics. The Mayor then suggested the following proposed censure action: That the Brooklyn Center City Council censure Mork & Associates and specifically the principals. G. Thomas Mork and Dempsey Mork for: 1. Falsely assuring the Department of Housing and Urban Development that the proposal ,net building codes and ordinances. 2. Persistently refusing during City st 4f review to corlply with minimum code and ordinance provisions. 3. Practicing iniimidation, public name tailing, and blatant distortions to advance and disguise the deficiencies of their proposal. 4. Contriving charges of discrimination against the City of Brooklyn Center and its officials. S. Attempting to foist substandard housing on the disadvantaged at a personal profit to the extent of the value of the code deficiencies. 6. Practicing deception and hypocrisy by asserting to citizens at public hearings that the project was intended for Prooklyn Center and its low income residents while simultaneously assert- ing to the media, Metro Council and HUD that the project is intended for nonresident minorities. 7. Developing a code- deficient project without any prior local staff or City Council input, nor any input from the citizens of the affected area -- this being publicly advocated by both the Metro Council and the federal govern- ment. -4- 7 -23 -73 Action Adopting Censure Motion by Councilman Leary, seconded by Councilman of Mork & Associates Kuefler to adopt the foregoing censure of Mork & Associates and specifically the principals, G. Thomas Mork and Dempsey Mork. A discussion ensued concerning the language of the censure motion. In response to a question by Council- man Britts the City Attorney stated that the conclusions reflected in the motion were based upon the Council's Judgment as to whether documents or other evidence supported the contentions against the developer. The City Manager observed that the applicant recently had stated to the press that an extension and expansion of federal financing had been granted on the basis of the charges of discrimination against the City. He stated that as of the preceding Friday, the officials from HUD asserted the applicant had not in fact received such a extension and expansion. Councilman Kuefler stated he agreed entirely with the motion and noted that he did not appreciate receiving threatening letters from the applicants' attorney prior to City Council consideration of the application. Mayor Cohen then called for a vote. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Britts, Fignar and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unanimously. Planning Commission The next item of business was consideration of Planning Application No. 73022 Commission Application No. 73022 submitted by Jamea: O'Brien. The item was introduced by the Director of Planning and inspection who reviewed the minutas of the Planning Commission meeting of July 19, 1973. He stated that the plans comprehend a 168 -unit apart- ment complex on the approximate 13 acre site. He notee that this was the same site of the Columbus Village Phase iI complex approved approximately two years ago. Mayor Cohen then recognized the applicant and a brief discussion ensued. The Director of Planning and Inspection noted the concern of the Planning Commis- sion as to the amount of landscaping proposed for the site. He stated that the landscaping was notably less than that which was approved for the Columbus Village Phase II project, but that the Commission had deemed a revision in the berming and location of trees as acceptable. He then pointed out the revisions which had been made. by the applicant, and the Director of Public Works stated that some of the berming along 70th Avenue and along Camden Avenue was not as high as that propo�ad by the Planning Commission. The developer stated TA, t he would comply with any revisions required by the City with respect to the berming. Action Approving Following further discussion there was a motion by Planning Commission Councilman Fignar, seconded by Councilman Kuefler to Application No. 73022 approve Planning Commission Application No. 73022 (James O'Brien) submitted by James O'Brien subject to the following conditions: _5_ 7 -23 -73 Motion to Declare Motion by Councilman Fignar, seconded by Councilman Moratorium on Multi- Britts to declare a 120 -day moratorium on all multi - Residential Development residential development not yet approved by the City Council, during which a study will be made regarding the following factors for R3 through R7 districts: 1. Recreation area. 2. Light, air and view. 3. Open green space. 4. Parking and storage facilities. In further discussion the Mayor stated that the Chair- man of the Planning Commission had indicated he would be amenable to undertaking such a study and that all pertinent citizen groups should be involved to provide a broad input. Moratorium Established Following further discussion the Mayor called for a vote. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Britts Fignar and Kuefler. Voting against: noric Motion passed unanimously. Acknowledging Petition The City Manager noted that a petition had been Regarding Apartment received from property owners in the vicinity of 67th Construction and Emerson Avenues North, asking that further apart- ment construction in that area be terminated. He stated that a response to the petition was not in order except to acknowledge receipt. Motion by Councilman Britts, seconded by Councilmaj, Fignar to acknowledge receipt of a petition received from property owners in the vicinity of 67th and Emerson Avenues North. Voting in favor were: Mayor' Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Britts, Fignar and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION Member John Leary introduced the following resolution NO. 73 -119 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF TEMPORARY IMPROVEMENT NOTES 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, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION Member Bill Fignar introduced the following resolution NO. 73 -120 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TC DETERMINE THE NEED FOR A HOUSING AND REDEVELOP MENT AUTHORITY TO FUNCTION IN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member John Leary, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar and Tory Kuefler, and the following voted agains the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declare duly passed and adopted. -7- 7 -23 -73 1. Building plans are subject to review by the Building Inspector with respect to applicable building codes prior to the issuance of a permit. 2. Grading, drainage, utility and berming plans are subject to review by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of permits. 3. A performance agreement and financial guarantee (in an amount to be determined by the City Manager) shall be submitted to the City to assure installation of site improvements as designated on approved plans. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary,, Britts, Fignar and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unanimously. Plashing Commission The next item of business was consideration of a pro- Application No. 72025 posed amendment to Planning Commission Application No. 72025 by Nino's Restaurant in conjunction with B . C .I . P . The Director of Planning and Inspection reviewed the minutes of the July 19, 1973 Planning Commission meeting. He stated that the proposal was for certain modifications of that portion of the exterior of the Earle Brown Farm Office Building at the entrance to the Nino's Restaurant. He stated the applicant desired to make the entrance more identifiable with the attachment of staggered cedar boards and a possible treatment of the canopy with wcbd shakes. Mayor Cohen recognized Mr. Lewicki and Mr. Miller representing Nino's and a brief discussion ensued. Action Approving Motion by Councilman Fignar, seconded by Councilman Amendment to Planning Britts to approve the amendment of the building plan Commission Application contained in Planning Commission Application No. 720; No. 72025 as submitted by Nino's Restaurant in conjunction with ( Nino's - B . C . I. P .) B. C. I. P. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Council men Leary, Britts, Fignar and Kuefler. Voting against. none. Motion passed unanimously. Recess The meeting recessed from 9 :15 p.m. to 9 :50 P.M. Mayor Cohen stated that there had been notable concern in recent weeks by citizens throughout the community as to the degree of apartment construction in the City. He stated that he felt the matter merited discussion by the Council, particularly in light of the negative ex- perience with site and building plans submitted by Mork & Associates. He asked the Director of Planning and Inspection to explain and demonstrate the amount of land remaining in the City which was zoned for but n developed with multi - residential housing. Extensive discussion ensued. Councilman Fignar then stated that he had discussed the matter with a number of people and felt there was definitely a need for an intensive review of ordinance provisions relating to multi - residential development. -6- 7 -23 -73 RESOLUTION Member Tony Kuefler introduced the following resolution NO. 73 -121 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK (CONTRACTED BY CITY) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution : was duly seconded by member John Leary, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted agains the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declare duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION Member Tony Kuefler introduced the following resolution NO. 73 -122 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK (CONTRACTED BY CITY) 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 John Lea Maurice Britts, , Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION Member John Leary introduced the following resolution NO. 73 -123 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK (CONTRACTED BY CITY) 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, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolu- NO. 73 -124 tion and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK (CONTRACTED BY CTS t) 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, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; 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. 73 -25 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK (CONTRACTED by QTY The motion for the adoption of tha foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bill Fignar; and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler, and the following votes' against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. -8- 7 -23 -73 RESOLUTION Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolu- NO. 73 -126 tion and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING Vti'ORK (CONTRACTED BY CITY) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member John Leary, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolu-- NO. 73 -127 tion and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK (CONTRACTED BY CITY) 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, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; 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. 73 -128 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK (CONTRACTED BY CITY) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bill Fignar, and upon vote being taken thereon. the folIcrnrfrng vvte(i in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Le-ary, Maurice Britts, Tony Kuefler and the following voted Bill Fignar, and To g B , Q Y against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolu-- NO. 73 -129 tion and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK (CONTRACTED BY CITY) 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, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; 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. 73 -130 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICL OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS CLUB 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, John Leary, Maurice Britts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. -9- 7 -23 -73 RESOLUTION Member Bill Fignar introduced the following resolution NO. 73 -131 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICP..TED PUBLIC SERVICE OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 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, John Leary, Maurice Britts , Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolu NO. 73 -132 tion and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF MR. CARL GROSS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by meraber Bill Fignar, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, Jo ;n Leary, Maurice Eritts, Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Member Bill Fignar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption, including the designation of Councilman Leary as a representative of the City as its member on the Board of the Metro Rate Authority. RESOLUTI0�3 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE NO. 73 -133 METRO RATE AUTHORITY; DIRECTING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT; AND DESIGNATING A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE CITY AS ITS MEMBER ON THE BOARD OF THE METRO RATE AUTHORITY 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, John Leary, Maurice Britts , Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. RESOLUTION Member Bill Fignar introduced the following resolution NO. 73 -134 and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION REQUESTING FORGIVENESS OF PENALTIES AND INTEREST ON DELIQUENT TAXES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly .seconded by member John Leary, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Maurice Britts , Bill Fignar, and Tony Kuefler; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. -10- 7 -23 -73 Draft Ordinance The City Manager introduced a draft ordinance offered Relative to Age of in response to previous Council direction to amend Majority and Certain those relevant City ordinances affected by the recently Ordinances legislated changes in the age of majority. He stated that three City ordinances affected by the age of majority law consist of the liquor ordinances, the gun regulation ordinance, and the ta.Xl cab licensing ordinance. First Reading Motion by Councilman Kuefler, seconded by Council- man Britts to offer for first reading an ordinance amending Chapters 11, 19, and 21 of the City Ordinances Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Lean y, Britts, Fignar, and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unanimously. Draft Ordinance The City Manager recommended a draft ordinance Relative to Number intended for the purpose cf implementing the recently of On -Sale Liquor legislated special law authorizing additional on -sale Licenses to be Issued liquor licenses for the City. He stated the Council oo July 9, 1973 ratified and approved the special law. First Reading Motion by Councilman Britts, seconded by Councilman Fignar to offer for first reading an ordinance amending Chapter 11 of the City ordinances. Voting in favor web Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Britts, Fignar, and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unary - mou s ly . Recognize Mr. Caal The Mayor then recognized Mr. Carl Gross who stated Gross that he wished to publicly thank on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce and the Liens Club, the City officials for their cooperation in the planning and execution of the July 4 fireworks celebration. Approval of Licenses Motion by Councilman Britts, seconded by CouncJ1ma7:-. Kuefler to approve the following licenses: CIGARETTE LICENSE Donald Campagne Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Ave. GARBAGE AND REFUSE COLLECTION VEHICLE LICENS Bautch Disposal Service 2931 Marshall Street Dick's Lawn and Sanitary Service 4412 - 65th Ave. Elvine Rubbish Service 5916 Garwood Road Modern Services, Inc. Box 4445 ITINERANT FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE Brooklyn Center Centaurettes 6500 Humboldt Ave. St. Alphonsus Fun Fair 7025 Halifax Ave. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS .LICENSE Englund Heating Route 1 ON -SALE MALT LIQUOR LICENSE Donald Campagne Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Ave. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary Britts, Fignar, and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unanir .ously. -11- 7 -23 -73 Discussion of City An extensive discussion ensued regarding Brooklyn Participation in Various Center's participation in various municipal Leagues Municipal Leagues and in certain organizations which are emerging for the purpose of representing suburban legislative interests. The City Manager stated that the City currently held membership in the League of Minnesota Municipalities, the Hennepin County League of Municipalities, and the Metropolitan League of Municipalities. He stated that the increased annual dues for each organization was currently pending and he recommended that the Council specifically authorize payment of dues to the State League of Municipalities and the Metropolitan League of Municipalities. In further discussion Mayor Cohen commented as to the City's stake relative to membership in each of the organizations and he reviewed the advantages and status of the State League, as well as the Metropolitan League. Councilman Fignar offered his observations as to the n status of the Hennepin County League and stated he felt there was a definite need for realignment. He commented that its effectiveness and appreciation of any benefits by the City for its alleged services was questionable. Councilman Britts stated that he generally agreed with Councilman Fignar and with the recommendation that dues for the State and Metropolitan Leagues be specifically authorized, noting that the inaction as to authorizing payment of dues to the Hennepin County League would be indicative of the Council's feelings. He stated also that it should afford an opportunity for the Council to review developments with respect to the County League so that future formal action could be considered. Councilman Kuefler stated there was definitely a re- structuring needed by the County League and noted that any benefits derived from the membership in the County League was possibly a duplication of those received from the Metropolitan League of Municipalitia- Act.lon Authorizing Following further discussion there was a motion by Payment of Annual Councilman Kuefler, seconded by Councilman Fignar to Membership Lees for authorize payment of annual dues for the City's State and Metropolitan membership in the League of Minnesota Municipalities Leagues (-. Municipalities and tl Metropolitan League of Municipalities, and to order a for the appropriate transfer of funds. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Britts, Fignar, and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unanimously. Mayor Cohen stated that a final decision as to con- tinuing membership in the Hennepin County League of Municipalities would be held in abeyance. i)isvussion of P:opc-scll The City Manager next explained that a request had to Participate in Court been received from Village of Burnsville as to possible Action with Village of participation by Brooklyn Center in sharing court costs Burnsville of a pending appellate action relative to the fiscal disparities law. Action to 'fable Following an extensive discussion there was a motion Consideration by Councilman Fignar, seconded by Councilman Britts, to table the issue of proposed participation in fiscal -12- 7 -23 -73 disparities court costs, to parmit the staff time to develop more information relative to what the import of the case would be to Brooklyn Center, various legal aspects of the court action, and whether the Village of Burnsville participated in the Brooklyn Center - initiated court action against the State Tax Commis- sioner. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Council- men Leary, Britts, Fignar and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unanimously. Adjournment Motion by Councilman Britts, seconded by Councilman Fignar to adjourn the meeting. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Britts, Fignar, and Kuefler. Voting against: none. Motion passed unani- mously. The City Council meeting adjourned at 11:45 p. m. Clei.k Mayor -13- 7 -23 -73