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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971 01-18 CCM Regular Session Minutes of the Proceedings of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center In the County of Hennepin and State of Minnesota January 18, 1971 The City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Philip Cohen at 7:3 5 P.M. Roll Call: Philip Cohen, john Leary, a i-loward Heck. Also present were: Donald Poss, Paul Holmlund, James Merila, Richard Schieffer, Thomas O'Hehir and Tom Loucks. The first item of business was Change Order M -1 consisting of a $172.00 addition to the mechanical contract for the Municipal Service Garage to install a condesate drain line from an air conditioning unit to a plumbing stack. Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Heck to approved Change Order M -1 in the amount of $172.00. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, and Heck. Voting against were none, Motion carried unanimously. The next item of business was consideration of Change Order G -1 representing enerai contract for the Civic Center P g a $ 837 . 00 reduction in the g for changing tempered glass to a heat strengthened glass, The City Manager stated that he has letters on file from the general contractor and glass manufac- turer that the size of glass specified in the contract cannot be tempered and it has been recommended by the architect that heat strengthened glass be used as a substitute. Motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Leary to approve Change Order G -1 in the amount of $837.00. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, and Heck. Voting against were: none. Motion'carried unanimously. Member Howard Heck introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 71 -9 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CIVIC CENTER FURNISHINGS BIDS 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, and Howard Heck; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Councilman Willard arrived at 7 :53 P. M. 4 The City Manager introduced the next item of business which was a resolution authorizing the purchase of police cars. He indicated that due to a new policy instituted by the major automobile manufacturers municipalities are no longer given fleet discounts on their purchases of automobiles. He further stated that because of this new policy the bid price exceeded the budgeted amount. Councilman Heck suggested deferral of the matter to ,permit a review of the justification for the non -squad cars; he stated concern with exceeding a specific budget item so early in the budget year. After a brief discussion it was determined to defer action on vehicle bids until further information could be gathered. -1- The next item of business was a sewer rate public hearing. The City Manager stated that notice had been published for the public hearing to be commenced at 8:00 P.M. relative to adjusting sewer rates. He further indi- cated that the City Charter provides that municipal utility (Public Utilities Mpartment) must be financially self-sustaining and that the Director of Public Works and the Finance Director have evaluated the ability of the Public Utilities Department to maintain itself in a self - sustaining posture in view of the sharp increases in disposal charges imposed by the Metropolitan Sewer Board. The studies indicate that a rate of $8.75 per quarter over the next four years is necessary to maintain a self - sustaining posture. Mr. Merila then gave a presentation in regard to the history, background and factors utilized to determine that a rate of $8.75 per quarter would be necessary to maintain the Sewer Division at a "break - even" point. Mr. Merila then answered questions from the audience in regard to the factors utilized to determine what the recommended sewer rate should be. Motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Leary to close the public hearing. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Heck and wiUard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. Member Theodore Willard introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 71--10 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SCHEDULE OF RATES AND FEES FOR THE USE OF AND CONNECTION TO THE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Howard Heck, and upon vote being taken thereon, the followinq voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, john Leary, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. The Council next considered Planning Commission Application No. 70070 submitted by Brooklyn Center Industrial Park, Inc. The City Manager reviewed the application and staff member Tom Loucks gave an illustration to the Council. Following a brief discussion a motion was made by Councilman Willard and seconded by Councilman Leary that Application No. 70070 submitted by Brooklyn Center Industrial Park, Inc. be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That all excess earth materials resulting from construction should be stockpiled and graded in such a manner that it would not serve as a detriment to the aesthetics of the area; 2. The internal roadway be changed to 24 ft. in lieu of the 22 ft. as shown on the plan; 3. Those parking and driving areas adjacent to Phase 2 of the development be curbed with bituminous curbing; 4. That adequate screening be provided for the parking areas along 69th Avenue,, the adequacy of the screening to be made by the staff consistent with Council direction; 5. Building plans are subject to - &,e approval cif the Building Inspector with respect to applicable building codes; 6. Utility, drainage and elevation plans are subject to the approval of the City Engineer prior to issuance of a building permit; -2- 7. A performance agreement and performance bond tin an amount to be determined by the City Manager) shall be submitted to the City to guarantee site improvements as designated on the plans submitted to the City. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, heck and Vrillard, f Voting against were; none. Motion carried unanimously. Member Howard Heck introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption; RESOLUTION NO. 71 -11 RESOLUTION COMMENDING HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION CHAIRMAN LEON SINGER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Theodore Willard, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, john Leary, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; 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. 71 -12 RESOLUTION APPROVING CLASSIFICATION LIST "645 -g 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, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; 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. 71 -13 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN TAX FORFEITED LAND IN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER TO BE USED FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Theodore Willard, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, john Leary, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Member Theodore Willard introduced_ the ,following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 71 -14 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE FIRST PLYMOUTH NATIONAL BANK A DEPOSITORY OF CITY FUNDS 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, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, where- upon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. ..3- Member john Leary introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 71 -15 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SNOWMOBILE TRAILS AND OPERATIONS IN CERTAIN CITY PARKS 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, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. It was indicated by Councilman Willard at this time that the City may be incurring an element of liability if the proposed snowmobile safety patrol is established as currently conceived. It was the consensus of the Council to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to review any liability problems that may be incurred by the institution of said patrol. Member Theodore Willard introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 71 -16 RESOLUTION REVOKING THE STATE AID DESIGNATION OF A SECTION OF SHINGLE CREEK PARKW A r 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, T a_oward Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. The next item of business was introduced by the City Manager who indicated that the Fire Department Relief Association investments have been reviewed by the City Treasurer and found to he consistent with provisions of the State Law and he recommended the investments for approval by the Council. Motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Leary to approve the Fire Relief Association investments as set forth in letters from the Association dated December 15, 1970 and December 17, 1970. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Neck and willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Willard the following licenses: Bowling Alley License Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Ave. No. Lynbrook Bowl 6357 North Lilac Drive Cigarette License Automatic Sales Co. 6810 Brooklyn Blvd. Beacon Bowl 5525 Lyndale Ave. No, Christy's Auto Service 5300 Dupont Ave. No, Lynbrook Bowl 5357 No. Lilac Drive Northbrook Gulf 1912 -- 57th Ave. No. Master Engineering 3500 - 48th Ave. No. Rog & Jim's Superette 6912 Brooklyn Blvd, Bud Holland's Mobil Service 6849 Brooklyn Blvd. Garbage and Refuse Hauling License Kersten Truck Service 2045 Bronson Drive D. Shobe & Sons 3621 - 85th Ave. No. Waste Control 444 Atwater St. -4- Licenses (coned) Gasoline Service Station License Brookdale Car Wash 5500 Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Center Union 76 6840 Humboldt Ave. No, Christy's Auto Service 5300 Dupont Ave. Noe Brookdale Shell Service 1505 - 69th Ave. No. Bud Holland's Mobil Service 6849 Brooklyn Blvd. Northbrook Gulf Service 1912 - 57th Ave, No, Food Establishment License Nature Food Centers, Inc. 1328 Brookdale Center Nolands Grove 4300 - 69th Ave. No. Pool Billiard License Lynbrook Bowl 6357 No. Lilac Drive Non-In oxicatilg Malt Liquor "Off -Sale" License Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Ave, No. Lynbrook Bowl 6357 No. Lilac Drive Rog & Jim's Superette 6912 Brooklyn Blvd. Non -- Intoxicating Malt Liquor "On -Sale" License Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Ave. No. Chuck Wagon Inn 5720 Morgan Ave. No. Lynbrook Bowl 6357 No. Lilac Drive Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Deck and Willard. Voting against were; none, Motion carried unanimously. The next item of business was a proposal by Mayor Cohen to select a dedication committee for the new City Hall and Civic Center, It was the consensus of the City Council for the mayor to procede in the selection of members for such a dedication committee. At this time the City Manager provided the earlier request information relative to the purchase of police vehicles. After a brief discussion it was determined that the purchase was justified, and it was further determined to defer consideration of an Administrative Office station wagon for one week to permit the City Manager to secure sedan prices for comparison. Member Theodore Willard introduced the following resolution and moved Its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 71 -17 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF SIX POLICE CARS THROUGH HENNEPIN COUNTY PURCHASING AGREEMENT 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, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same; none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. The City Manager reported that County Commissioner Lindgren had responded to various concerns and questions which had been expressed to him by Council members at the January lath meeting. Member Theodore Willard introduced the following ordinance, moved to declare a complete second reading and further moved its adoption: ORDINANCE NO. 71-4 AN P12UMC& AMENQM CIZ=R 25 OF CITY ORDINANCE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY Or BROOKLYN CEwER DOES ORD W AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: Chapter 25 of the City Ordinances is hereby amended by the addition of the following: Section 25 -414. 62nd 1/2 AVENUE - BOULDER LANE. 62nd . V2. Avenue Worth QYW2 w thin the City of Brooklyn Center is hereby re ed and shall hereafter be known as Boulder Lane. Section 2: This ordinance shall become effective after adoption and thirty days following its legal publication. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Howard Heck, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted In favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none„ said ordinance was declared duly passed and adopted. Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Heck to adjourn the meeting. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Heck and Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. The Council meeting adjourned at 12:15 A. M. Clerk Mayor -6-