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Minutes of the Proceedings of the City
Council of the City of Brooklyn Center
In the County of Hennepin and State of
Minnesota
April 10, 1972
The City Council met in regular session and was called to order by
Mayor Philip Cohen at 7:35 P.M.
Roll Call: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Britts. .
Also present were: City Manager Donald Poss, Director of Public Works James
Merila, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, Director of Finance Paul Holmlund, Assist-
ant City Engineer Gerald Butcher, Chief of Police Thomas O'Hehir and Administrative
Assistants Blair Tremere and Daniel Hartman.
The City Manager discussed a proposed resolution establishing 1972 walk -
way projects and stated that the Director of Public Works was prepared to present
a brief review of the proposed projects as extracted from the Comprehensive
Walkway Plan previously approved by the Council. He further stated that unless
the Council so desired, public hearings were unnecessary in that there were no
assessments on the walkway projects.
The Director of Public Works then briefly commented relative to the proposed
projects and noted that the City has received a petition opposing the construction
of a sidewalk on property owned by Northern States Power Co. from Camden to
Logan Avenues North. He set forth the contentions of the petition and responded
to them. Further discussion ensued relative to the design of this Project No,
1972 -8.
Discussion also ensued relative to the proposed installation of walkways
on one side of the street and Councilman Ausen noted that in some cases a con-
troversy could be created over the contention that where sidewalks were considered
beneficial for one side of the street it would seem so for the other side.
Mayor Cohen then asked that further discussion relative to the walkway
projects be deferred until later in the evening.
The City Manager next reviewed Planning Commission Application
No., 72017 submitted by Daryl McCarthy requesting a variance from Section 15 -104
of the City Ordinances to permit subdivision using metes and bounds description.
He stated that the tract of land to be divided is 90 ft. wide and 433 ft. long ex-
tending from Woodbine Lane on the south to 73rd Avenue on the north. He further
noted that the northerly lot has a one story dwelling and detached garage which
is occupied by the owner and that the new lot would be 95 ft. by 170 ft. with
16,150 sq. ft. area.
The City Manager also commented that the proposed lots meet all the
requirements for single family dwelling sites and that approval would be consistent
with previous Council action. He stated that the apparent hardship appeared to be
that the requirements for division by platting would be unduly restrictive.
Mayor Cohen noted that none of the notified property owners wEre present.
Following a brief discussion there was a motion by Councilman Heck and
seconded by Councilman Leary to approve Planning Commission Application
No. 72017 submitted by Daryl McCarthy, noting that a precedent has been set
and that such action was consistent with prior Council policy. Voting in favor
were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary Ausen, Heck and Britts. Voting against:
none. Motion carried unanimously.
The City Manager next reviewed Planning Commission Application No.
72019 submitted by Federal Lumber Co. and explained that the applicant is re-
questing site and building plan approval for a 42 ft. by 62 ft. addition to the
existing truss shop. He stated that the proposed shelter structure would be open
on three sides and would consist of steel columns and steel roof. He stated that
the shelter would be used to house precision saws and cutting dimension lumber
used in making wood roof trusses.
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The Mayor then recognized a represertat ve of th 4pplicont, who further
explained the use of the welter. The City Mar_ager noted that this proposed shelter
building was one of saveral similar ones which have been proposed in recent years
and that it had been recognized that such a building was a shelter versus a building.
Following further discussion there was a motion by Councilman Britts
and seconded by Councilman Leary to approve Planning Commission Application
No. 72019 submitted by Federal Lumber Co. subject to the condition that the
shelter will never be enclosed with walls. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen,
Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Britts. Voting against: none. Motion carried
unanimously,
Relative to Planning Commission Application No. 72028 submitted by
the Dietrich Company requesting a variance from Section 34 -140, the City Manager
stated that the applicant had asked that the application be withdrawn, conceding
that there was no evident hardship which would serve as grounds for a variance.
Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Ausen to acknow-
ledge the applicant's request that Planning Commission Application No. 72028
be withdrawn. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck
and Britts. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously.
A brief disuussion ensued relative to the application and the consideration
of the Planning Commission on March 30, 1972. Councilman Britts noted that the
Commission had indicated that further research was needed relative to the appli-
cability of the signery provisions of the ordinance.
Motion by Councilman Britts and seconded by Councilman Heck to direct
the Planning Commission to review the signery provisions of the Zoning Ordinance
as they relate to multi - residential housing complexes as noted in the March 30
1972 minutes regarding Planning Commission Application No. 72028. Voting in
favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Britts.. Voting
against: none. Motion carried unanimously.
The City Manager next reviewed Planning Commission Application
No. 72031 submitted by Gene Anderson requesting site plan approval for the
rehabilitation of the service station at 57th and Lilac Drive. He noted that concrete
curbing would be installed and that the driveways would be resurfaced. He stated
that the owner of the property is in the dry wall business and the building would
house the office and storage space for one truck. He further stated that the sub -
ject property is zoned C -1, service /office district, and that a contractor's office
is a permitted use.
The Mayor recognized the applicant who presented sketches showing the
proposed exterior refurbishment. The applicant stated that he should be able to
complete the exterior renovation within 60 days after the reconditioning of the .
interior is complete.
Responding to a question by Councilman Heck, the applicant stated that
there would be no signery other than an identification sign as permitted by the code.
. Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Britts to
approve Planning Commission Application No. 72031 submitted by Gene Anderson
subject to the following conditions:
1. Construction plans are subject to the approval of the
Building Inspector with respect to applicable building codes;
2. The exterior rehabilitation will be completed within 60 days.
Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Britts,
`Doting against: none. Motion carried unanimously.
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The City Manager noet reviewed Planning Commiss Application
No. 72032 submitted by Transcontinental Development Corp. r,:questing site
and building plan approval for a one story shopping center with 40,000 sq. ft.
of gross floor area. He noted that parking for 280 cars was provided and he furtt`
noted that there were several current applications regarding the development of
the 69th and Humboldt Avenues North area which represent the potential for a
large commercial development,
Mayor Cohen then recognized Mr. David Miller, a representative of
the applicant, and Mr. Johnson, a representative of the architect. Mr. Miller
stated that the applicant has conducted a preliminary market study and has secured
the intent of a number of parties which represented a 60% occupancy of the con-
venience center.
Mr. Johnson then discussed the site and building plans and indicated
that an easement is granted for future installation of sidewalk. He also stated
that a driveway at the 69th end of the project could serve any eventual neighboring
development. He noted that the traffic lanes in the loading area would be east
of the building would be desisted one -way so as to facilitate parallel unloading
of large vehicles.
The Director of PubHc Works commented that the rear area was too narrow
and should be one-way until any development on the property to the east had
been undertaken. He further sWed that the curbline along the east property line
should be provided so as to prohibm vehicles from driving out onto the neighboring
vacant land.
He suggested that the insttffietion of permanent curbing along the east
property line might be deferred,. pending the possible development of the property
to the west.
Mr. Johnson stated 're e , to the_eKterior treatment of the building that
a painted split -face concrete block would be utilized and that any signery would
conform with the code.
Relative to the status of the 4b ft. "Tract C" on the south end of the
property the City Manager' &Xplained that the Council had approved the Registered
Land Survey for the property on A 9tt 5, 1970, noting that the 40 ft. tract was
reserved for possible use for acdess to the easterly 8 acres.
The Director of Public Works commented that the applicant should be re-
quired to formally provide driveiw #V and utility easement at Tract C, not only to
clarify the status of the tract also to facilitate future consideration of develop-
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ment of the property to the east.
Mr. Johnson stated that the applicant would provide a scuttle to the
roof from one of two utility rooms within the convenience center building.
A brief discussion ensued relative to th 1 futuxe utilization of the Tact C
area and the Mayor commented on the overall development of the entire southeast
quadrant at 69th and Humboldt Avenues. Relative to the maintenance of the area,
Councilman Leary stated that proper trash disposal facilities should be provided
and should ba thorough'y screened.
Following further discussion there was a motion by Councilman Heck
acid seconded by Councilman Leu_y '_r: approve F'iaraifng Commission Application
No. 72032 submitted by Transcontinap al DcE, ent Corp. subject to the - oll.o.tiing
conditions:
1. Utilitl and ez- ainage plans are subjerfi to the ap Koval of
the City Engineer .uior to tha Issuance os a building ;permit;
2. Bui ding plans are subject to the ;:pp o al cif h ? 13uilcting ins¢ector
with respect to applicabis bu!ldixxj cods;
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3. A performance agreement and performance bond (in an amount
to be determined by the City Manwer) shall be submitted to
the City to guarantee the site improvements as designated
on the plans submitted;
4. Sidewalk easements along Humboldt and 69th Avenues North
will be provided;
5. Required installation of permanent curbing along the east
property lira may be deferred for three years, pending the
development of the property to the east, subject to the following
conditions:
a. Notwithstandl - Lg the above conditions, the City. may
require the installation of curbing at any earlier time
that may be necessary;
b. During the interim period, temporary bituminous rolled
curbing will be installed along the east property line;
C, If during this period of time the adjacent area should
develop with a plan that would not require the curb,
and the City approve that plan, the City could waive
the curb requirement in these areas;
6. The applicant will consult with the staff relative to the
possible relocation of the northerly curb cut on Humboldt
Avenue North;
7. A roof deck will be provided on the canopy so as to make the
canopy facing a part of the wall structure;
8. Driveway and utility easements will be provided on Tract C
of the southerly boundary of the property, and documents
setting forth said easement will be subject to review by the
City Attorney;
9. Provisions will be made for adequate trash disposal for
the entire convenience center and such facilities shall
be properly screened as approved by the City Manager;
10. There shall be a stair leading to a scuttle in the roof and such
stair, scuttle, railings, etc. shall conform with the requirements
of the State Building Code.
Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Britts.
Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously.
The meeting recessed at 9:25 P.M. and resumed at 9:50 P.M.
The City Manager next reviewed Planning Commission Application
No. 72029 submitted by John Horbal requesting site and building plan approval
for a neighborhood convenience center consisting of three stores. He stated that
two of these stores will house service -type occupancy and the third store would
be retail grocery outlet. He further noted that the application was almost identical
with Planning Commission Application No. 68025 which was approved on June 6,
1968. He noted that adequate parking had been provided.
The Director of Public Works noted that there was a need for further
work relative to drainage and utility plans and he noted that no berming was
Indicated on the plans submitted.
The Mayor then recognized a representative of the applicant who stated
that the exterior would be concrete block with a painted finish. A discussion
ensued relative to the exterior of the building and the City Manager recommended
that the Council consider a more decorative finish.
Councilman Lear inquired abo t v t collection
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facility and the applicant's, representative stated that such provision would be
made to the rear of the building and would be screened with an approved enclosure.
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Following further discussion t tore was a motion by Councilman Leary
and seconded by Councilman Ausen to approve Planning Commission Application
No. 72029 submitted by John Horbal subject to the following conditions:
1. An improved trash enclosure approved by the City staff,
shall be provided at the north side of the food store;
2. All mechanical units located on the roof shall be enclosed
by an approved screen. A stair or a fixed ladder leading
to a scuttle in the roof shall be provided to make the equip -
ment safely accessible;
3. The drainage and utility plans are subject to the City Engineer's
approval;
4. The building plans are subject to the Building Inspector's
approval with respect to applicable building codes;
S. A performance agreement and performance bond (in an amount
to be determined by the City Manager) shall be submitted to
the City to guarantee the installation of the site improvements
as designated on the plans submitted;
6. That a sidewalk easement will be provided on 69th and
Humboldt Avenues North;
7. That landscaping plans shall be revised to include six inch
trees rather than the two inch trees indicated and approved
b3rming on the east and southerly boulevard areas of the site;
8. An effort will be made to utilize an exterior finish more
decorative than that Indicated on the plans submitted.
Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Britts.
Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously.
The City Manager stated that relative to the City's current open -space
program, federal officials had been consulted, and the City Attorney, Director of
Parks and Recreation, and he had studied the status of the program with relation
to the City's financing capabilities. He stated that at present, costs are exceeding
the City's abili to a the he ro 0
Y Y q proposed sed open - space. He said that HUD officials
had indicated that there were no further funds available this year and that a decision
could not be rendered relative to the next fiscal year's resources until early fall.
He stated there were two criteria used in considering the possibility
of eliminating some of the parcels to be acquired:
1. Consideration of those p arcels essential for access for
recreational use, and for general location;
2. Consideration of those parcels which have eminent likelihood
of being developed privately for other uses.
An extensive discussion ensued wherein Councilman Heck stated the
desirability of having complete data relative to the funds available before making
a decision.
In response to a question from Councilman Ausen, the City Attorney stated
that acquisition action could be terminated after awards were made. Councilman
Ausen further inquired whether open -space applications could be resubmitted
at a later date and the City Manager responded in the affirmative.
The City Manager then proceeded with a presentation of the status of the
various parcels and stated that it appeared that the southerly parcels appeared
to be most amenable to exclusion from the program at this time. The Mayor then
polled the Council relative to the staff observations and it was the consensus
of the Council that the southerly parcels of the acquisition area should be dropped
from the current program.
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Motion by Councilmman Heck and secoided by Councilman Leary to direct
the City Attorney to abandon the open -space land acquisition proceedings relative
to those parcels described in Hennepin County District Court File No. 1 -108 and
also known as Parcels No. 1, 5, SA, and 5B of Federal Department of Housing
and Urban Development Contract No. Minn. -0* S. A. -82 (C) . Voting in favor were:,
Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Britts. Voting against: none..
Motion carried unanimously.
The Mayor then recognized the City Attorney who stated with regard to
the peninsula area that some direction from the Council would be desirable as to
what course of action should be taken. The City Manager further explained that
the 75°l deposit was needed for the peninsula parcels and that the total award
had been for $36,000.00.
Following further discussion there was a motion by Councilman Ausen
and seconded by Councilman Britts to authorize the City Manager to make the
necessary 75% deposit relative to the Upper Twin Lake peninsula area for the
City's open -space planned acquisition program. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen,
Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Britts. Voting against: none. Motion carried
unanimously.
Councilman Britts left the Council table at 11:15 P.M.
Member John Leary introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -33
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE A STREET LIGHTING CONTRACT WITH THE NORTHERN STATES
POWER COMPAIN Y
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Howard Heck, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Vernon Ausen, and Howard Heck;
and the following voted against.the same: none, whereupon said resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted.
There then resumed discussion of the 1972 walkway projects which was
deferred earlier in the meeting. Mayor Cohen stated his concern with the aesthetics
of the location of sidewalks and the accompanying sodding, particularly in instances
where there was sidewalk on one side of the street and sodding on the other side.
Councilman Britts returned to the meeting at 11 :20 P.M.
Further discussion ensued and Councilman Ausen stated there is a need
for definite criteria in determining which side of the street to locate a designated
sidewalk. It was the consensus of the Council that the Northern States Power
Company walkway project be carefully developed and eventually submitted for
public hearings.
Member John Leary introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -34
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS NO.
1972 -1, 1972 -2, 1972 -3, 1972 -4, 1972 -5, 1972 -6, 1972 -7, 1972 -8,
1972 -9, 1972 -10, 1972 -11, 1972 -12, 1972 -13, 1972 -14, & 1972 -15,
AND ORDERING PREPARATION O F PLANS AND SPECIFTCATIONS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Howard Heck, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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The City Manager next commented regarding a proposed resolution recog-
nizing twenty years of service by Henry Davis, Brooklyn Center Street Superinten-
dent. He noted that this was a milestone in that Mr. Davis v.a., the first full -time
employee to achieve his 20th anniversary with the City.
Member Howard Heck introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -35
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING HENRY E. DAVIS FOR TWENTY YEARS
PUBLIC SERVICE TO THE CITY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Vernon Ausen, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72-36
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRJECIATION FOR
THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF MR. RONALD COOP
The motion for the adoption of the foregging resolution was duly seconded by
member John Leary, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -37
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR
THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF MR. PAUL DITTER
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Vernon Ausen, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon
said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member FiOVJard Heck introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -38
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR
THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF MR. WILLIAM FIGNAR
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, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon
said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member John Leary introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -39
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR
THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF MR. WAYNE FINLEY
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The motion for the adoption of the ioregoing r ;soiution was duly seconded by
member Howard Heck, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Vernon Ausen, Hov'ad deck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the came: none, whereupon
said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member Howard Heck introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -40
RESOLL'+TION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION
FO THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF MR. JAMES MONAGHAN
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Vernon Ausen, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following Voted
in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon
said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member John Leary introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -41
RESOLUTION EXP'IT, SSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION
FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF - , , AR. BRUCE MORROW
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, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon
said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member Maurice Britts introduced the following resolution and moved
it, adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -42
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION
FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF MRS. JERRI NIZNIK
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Vernon Ausen, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon
said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member Vernon Ausen introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -43
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION
FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF MRS. MARIE RASMUSSEN
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, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon
said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member Howard Heck introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -44
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION
FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF MR. JESSE SANDOVAL
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The motion for the adoption of the foT:)going resoiut .on v,as duly seconded
by member John Leary, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Vernon Ausen, How z;rd heck and
Maurice Eritts; and the following voted again: t the same: none, whereupon
said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member Vernon Ausen introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -45
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION
FOR THE DEDICA PUBLIC SERVICE OF MR. MARK 8A2AMA
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, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon
said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member Howard Heck introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 72 -46
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION
FO THE DErIGA`il;I> PUBLIC SERVICE OF MR KARL SCIJULLER
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, Vernon Ausen, Ho'rrard Heck and
Maurice Britts; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon
said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Mayor Cohen announced his appointment of Mr. Conley Hill to fulfill
the balance of the term vacated by Mr. Bruce Morrow on the Brooklyn Center
Park and Recreation Commission.
Motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Leary to
confirm the Mayor's appointment of Mr. Conley Hill, 7012 Dallas Road, to
complete the term vacated by Mr. Bruce Morrow on the Brooklyn Center Park and
Recreation Commission, Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary,
Ausen, Heck and Britts. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously.
Administrative Assistant Blair Tremere presented a brief review of the
Brooklyn Center bus operation which was to be presented to!,, the Metropolitan
Transit Commission. He explained that for the twelve week period, January 10,
1972 to April 1, 1972, the total ridership was 3,307, or a weekly average rider -
ship of 276. He further noted that for this three month period the total operational
loss was $4,652.41, the City's share being $2,326,20, including administrative
and promotional expenses.
Mayor Cohen stated the staff should be given some indication of the
Council's intent. relative to possible summer service. It was the consensus
of the Council that consideration should be given to extending the B.C. B .
operation through the summer on an expanded schedule before a final determination
Is made whether to continue the service on a permanent basis.
The City Manager next offered comments rolative to 'subsidized housing
and stated that the pending proposal for the construction of ',a high -rise subsidized
development in the City could come before the Council within 30 days.
An extensive discussion ensued and Mayor Cohen stated that the concept
should be presented to the school district authorities for comment. Councilman
Ausen stated that possibly more flexibility would be realized in developing such
projects through a housing and redevelopment authority. He stated that the ad-
vantages and disadvantages of a HRA should be reviewed and the Council should
consider the development of a HRA.
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Councilman Britts commented that the Hura7ni R 7 ht°:; Coin niw;ion
was examining available data relative to subsidized ho?ising and should be
able to submit a report when the proposal is brought before the Clouncil.
Councilman Heck inquired whether the ongoing senior citizen survey
would be available and the City Manager responded thcit it probably would not
be complete,
Member Howard Heck introduced the following ordinance and moved
Its adoption:
ORDINANCE NO. 72 -5
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15 TO PROVIDE FOR PLATTING
OF CONDOMINIUM SINGLE FAMILY ATTACHED (TOWNHOUSE)
DWELIaING UNITS
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: Section 15 -106 entitled "MINIMUM SUBDIVISION DESIGN
STANDARDS" is hereby amended as follows:
(b) Public Street Plan.
(c) Publ Streets.
(c) 15. Private Streets. Wjth the exception of condominium
single faraily attached (townhouse) dwellings unit'
subd ivisiois, private streets shall not be approved
nor shall public improvements be approved for any
private street.
(d) Public Alleys and Pedestrian Ways
(e) Ea sements
1. Provided for Utilities. With the exception of condominium
single family attached (townhouse) dwelling unit sub-
divisions, easements at least 10 feet wide, centered on
rear and other lot lines shall be provided for utilities,
where necessary. They shall have continuity of align-
ment from block to block, and at deflection points. Ease-
ments for pole -line anchors shall be provided where
necessary.
(f) 4. Arrangements. With the exception of condominium single
family attached (townhouse) dwelling unit subdivisions,
a block shall be so designed as to provide two tiers of
lots, unless it adjoins a railroad or limited access high-
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way where it may have but a single tier of lots.
(g) Lots.
1. Location. With the exception of lots in a condominium
single family attached (townhouse) dwelling unit sub -
division, all lots shall abut by their full frontage on
a publicly dedicated street or a street that has received
the legal status as such.
Section 2: Section 15 -108 entitled " REQUIRED IMPROVEMENTS" i^
hereby amended as follows:
(c) Public Street Grading.
(d) Public Street Improvements.
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Ordinance No. 72--5 (continued)
Section 3: Section 15 -111 entitled "BUILDING PERMIT" is hereby
amended as follows:
Wit the, e:ccc2t ion of co ndomin um ssi,n e fam attached (townhou
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dwelling unit su b<' visi no building permit shall be issued by.
any governing official for the construction of any building, structure
or improvement on any land required to be subdivided by this ordinance
until all requtrements of this ordinance have been fully complied with.
Section '4: This ordinance shall become effective after adoption and
upon thirty (30) days following its legal publication.
Adopted this 10th day of April, 1972.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by
membor Vernon Ausen. A brief discussion ensued during which tho City Manager
responded to a question by Councilman Britts that - the orci .nance revision does
not change any general zoning provision, but rather just pertains to this particular
type oi platting.
The Mayor then called for a vote. Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen,
John Leary, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and Maurice Britts; and the following
voted against the same: none, whereupon said ordinance was declared duly .
passed and adopted.
Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Ausen to
approve the following licenses:
C igarette z=i- 7e -)
Brooklyn Center Liquor Store #4 Northbrook, Shopping Center
Duke`_ Standard Service 6600 Lyndale Avenue North
G asoline Service Station License
Duke's Standard Service L dale Avenue North
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Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Britts.
Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously.
The City Manager briefly commented that he had received an inquiry
from the Hennepin County Library as to whether the City would consider selling
the land which is currently leased to the library.
The Mayor informally polled the Council members and it was the
consensus that the City would consider selling the land which is leased by
the City to the library.
The City Manager commented that he had been in communication with
Mr. Charles VanEeckhout of Viewcon, Inc. who sought direction for the develop-
ment of the former McGlinchy property located on County Road 10 northerly
of Major Avenue North. He stated that Mr. VanEeckhout foresaw three alternatives:
1. The construction of apartment units, which would
require several variances;
2. The construction of a convenience store which would
require rezoning;
3. Letting a court deckle what the future use of the parcel
might be
The City Manager noted that the Council's direction was desired on this
matter and could be placed on a future agenda.
Motion by Councilman Britts and seconded by Councilman Ausen to adjourn
the meeting. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck
and Britts. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimo sly, Th Council
meeting adjo t 12:30 A.M.
Glerk -11- Mayor