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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971 09-27 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 MinnesM September 27, 1971 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, deck and Willard. Also present were: City Manager Donald Poss, Director of Finance Paul Holmlund, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, Director of Public Works James Merila, Chief of ; Police Thomas O'Hehir, Assistant Director of Public Works Gerald Butcher, and s Administrative Assistants Tom Loucks and Blair Tremere. The invocation was offered by Reverend Wayne Mensing of Cross of Glory Lutheran Church. Member Theodore Willard introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 71 -186 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER WITH MTC TO CO1 , rtINUE THE BROOKLYN CENTER BUS SERVICE UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 1971 AND AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS 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 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 -187 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS FOR NORTHBROOK LIQUOR STORE EQUIPMENT AND RE1\r ODELI14G 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 Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. The City Manager next recommended that the Council authorize the appropriation of several unclaimed items to various City departments for City use. A brief discussion ensued wherein Councilman Heck recommended the staff develop a proposal whereby items of such minor value be disposed of administra- tively, Motion by Count man Leary and seconded by Councilman Willard to authorize the appropriation of certain unclaimed articles as listed. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. The City k4anager next referred to a walkway network financing and construction report submitted by the Director of Public Works on July 23, 1971. He recommended that the Council adopt the provisions of the report as a pre- requisite master plan for walkway construction implementation, The Director of Public Works then responded to several points raised by Councilman Ausen as to the concepts stated in the report and by Councilman Heck as to the proposed acquisition of snow removal equipment to be used in the winter maintenance of sidewalks. -1- Member john Leary introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 71 -188 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE COST, FINANCING, CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE POL.T.CY FOR A WALKV' IX NETWORK 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 Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Mayor Cohen announced that the Council would commence with public hearings and review of special assessments covering 1970 and 1971 projects. The Clerk produced an affidavit of publication of notice of hearing on the review of special assessments showing two weeks publication thereof in the official newspaper, the last publication being on September 9, 1971, which affidavit was examined and found satisfactory and ordered placed on file. Ie Motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Ausen to close the assessmert hearing on Water Main Improvement Project No. 1969 -76. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard, Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously, Motion by Councilmen Leary and seconded by Councilman Willard to close the assessment hearing on Street Improvement Project No. 1969 -77. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard, Voting against: none, Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Ausen and seconded by Councilman Leary to table further consideration and hearing of Water Improvement Project No, 1970 -5 pending a review of the Council minutes pertaining to the respective improve- ment hearing. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Ausen to close the assessment hearing on Street Improvement Project No, 1970 -6, Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Willard and seconded by Councilman Leary to close the assessment hearing on Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project No, 1970 -21. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen Councilmen Lea Ausen, ,Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Ausen and seconded by Councilman Leary to close the assessment hearing on Water Pr�ain Improvement Project No. 1970 -22. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Ausen to close the assessment hearing on Water Main Improvement Project No. 1969 -78. Voting �.t in favor g were Ma y o r ay r Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none, Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Heck to close the assessment hearing on Street Improvement Project No. 1969 -79. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck andWillard. Voting against: none, Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Willard and seconded by Councilman Ausen to close the assessment hearing on Grading, Base, Surfacing and Sidewalk Improve- ment Project No, 1970 -3, Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard, Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. -2- Motion by Councilman Ausen and seconded by Councilman Leary to close the assessment hearing on Curb and Gutter Improvement Project No. 1970 -4. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none, Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Heck to close the assessment hearing on Water Main Improvement Project No, 1967 -3. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Heck to rei from the table the consideration of Project No, 1970 -5. The City Manager read that portion of the July 13, 1970 City Council minutes concerning the then proposed improvement Project No. 1970 -5. Following a brief discussion there was a motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Ausen to close the hearing on Project No. 1970 -5; and further, to defer the special assessment for improvement projects for the Property at 5301 - 4th Street North and the property at 6220 - 53rd Avenue North until such time that water main is installed in 53rd Avenue North. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Fleck and 1 "fillard. Voting against: none Motion g . carried unanimously. The meeting recessed at 9:15 P. M. and resumed at 9:40 P. M. Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Heck to close the assessment hearing on Water Main Improvement Project No. 1971 -10, Base and Surfacing Improvement Project No. 1970 -1 8, Water Main Improvement Project No. 1970 -8, Water Main Improvement Project No, 1970 -11, Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project No. 1970 -9, Sanitary Sewer Improvemenit Project No. 1970 -12, Storm Sewer Improvement Project No. 1970 -10, and Grading Improvement Project No, 1970 -17. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Ausen to close the assessment hearing on water installation, Public Utilities water hookups, Public Utilities Water revenue, and sewer connections. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard, Voting against none. Motion carried unanimously. Member john Leary introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 71 -189 RESOLUTION CONFIRMING ASSESSMENTS FOR WATER MAIN IMPROVEMENT NO'S. 1967 -3, 1969 --76, 1969 -78, 1970 -5, 1970 -8, 1970 -11, 1970 -22 AND 1971 -10; AND SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENT NO`S. 1970 -9 1970 -12 AND 1970 -21; AND STREET SURFACING IMPROVEMENT NO'S. 1969 -►77, 1969 -79 AND 1970 -6; AND STREET GRADING IMPROVEMENT NO. 1970 -17; AND STREET BASE & SURFACING IMPROVEMENT NO. 1970 -18; AND STREET GRADING, BASE, SURFACING & SIDEWALK IMPROVE- MENT NO. 1970 -3; AND CURB & GUTTER IMPROVEMENT NO. 1970 -4; AND STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENT NO. 1970 -10; AND PUBLIC UTILITIES WATER HOOKUPS; and PUBLIC UTILITIES WATER REVENUE AND WATER INSTALLATION; AND SEWER CONNECTIONS 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, Vernon Ausen, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, where- upon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. ..3- I Member Theodore Willard introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TJO. 71 -190 RESOLUTION CERTIFYING COST OF WATER INSTALLATION TO THE HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS 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 Theodore Willard; 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. 71-191 RESOLUTION CERTIFYING DELINQUENT SEWER SERVICE ACCOUNTS FOR 1970 TO HENNEPIN COUNTY TAX ROLLS 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 Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Councilman Heck stated that there was a need for adequate lighting in the area of the Shingle Creek crossing immediately west of the Civic Center. He commented that the pathway and bridge are used by many adults and children in the evening hours and thus proper lighting of_the area was essential for safety and security purposes. He noted that the City Manager had informed him that no funds were authorized for such lighting. The City Manager stated that a light at the bridge crossing as well as one or possibly two other lights would cost approximately $1200. He stated that there is a long range proposal for eventually providing illumination for the walkways in the entire Central Park area. He commented that it was not likely that Northern States Power Co, would install lighting throughout the park area and that the installation as well as maintenance would be the City's responsi- bility as it is in several of the City parks. The Mayor recognized Mrs. Anderson a resident of the area who suggested that a temporary solution to the lighting problem would be the install - ation of a night service light on a utility pole near a residence which would provide some illumination for the bridge crossing. She stated that she had contacted Northern States Power Co. and had learned that this could be done at a cost of approximately $S per month. The City Manager stated that this could possibly be done, but that Council concurrence would be needed in order to fund such a project. He noted that this problem has been conceptually recognized since before the Civic Center was opened. Councilman Heck commented with regard to safety and security in the area, especially for children, that the bridge crossing needed an improved railing or fencing to help prevent someone from falling into the creek. Council- man Willard agreed, but stated that the issue of improving the bridge railing should be considered separately from the lighting matter and he suggested the staff submit a proposal to the Council. I Upon receiving comments from interested citizens a motion was made by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Heck to direct the staff to develop a program which would provide for adequate lighting along the walkway and bridge crossing west of the Civic Center with the development entailing the expenditure of approximately $1200. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. -4- Mot ion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Ausen to reconvene the 1972 budget hearing. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard, Voting against: none, Motion carried unanimously. The City Manager commenced with a review of the recommended appropriations for the Administrative Office, A discussion ensued relative to the merits of funding a community events calendar and relative to the City Manager's proposal for purchasing microfilming equipment to handle the City's records accumulations, The City Manager next referred to the recommended appropriation for the Assessor's Office. A discussion ensued regarding the work load and staff requirements for the Assessor's Office. The Finance account was next reviewed by the City Manager emphasizing that the work load in the Finance Office was overtaxing the capacity of the staff and to avoid the addition of personnel it will be necessary to implement auto - matic data processing techniques, He then explained a multi - community data processing effort and Councilman Willard offered comments relative to his knowledge of the proposed joint venture. After a brief discussion there was a motion by Councilman Teary and seconded by Councilman Ausen to adjourn the 1972 proposed budget hearing until Thursday, September 23, 1971. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Vary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against:: none. Motion carried unanimously. The Council next continued its consideration of a proposed ice arena. The City Manager briefly reviewed the report of the Ice Arena Program Develop- ment Committee and reminded the Council that a decision as to whether the proposal would appear on the November 2, 1971 ballot must be made on or before Monday, October 4th, With regard to a previous question by Councilman Ausen as to the use of land zoned R -7 for the ice arena south of the Civic Center, the Director of Public Works presented an explanation of the proposed land use and commented that a protion of the R -7 land was needed primarily because of adverse soil conditions in that area. Further discussion ensued with regard to the possible uses of an ice arena facility as well as projected costs which would have to be covered in a bond referendum, Mayor Cohen recognized Mr. Leon Binger and Mr. Jim Ordner who stated they felt there was a need for further study and public hearing on the issue and that there was no need to rush consideration of the matter for purposes of including it in the November 2, 1971 election in that a special election could be called. Mayor Cohen also recognized Mr. Ed Theisen of the Capital Improve- ments Review Board who said that the proposal had been thoroughly studied by the C.I.R.B. as well as the special Council committee. He stated the issue should be brought before the voters as soon as possible. A discussion ensued relative to the feasibility of further study. Motion by Councilman Leary and seconded by Councilman Heck that the issue of an Ice arena as proposed by the study commission should be presented to the voters at the November 2, 1971 election and further, that the staff should prepare a resolution to that effect for the Council's consideration at the October 4, 1971 Council meeting, Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. The City Manager presented for first reading a proposed ordinance intended to remove the restrictions on the sale of beer and intoxicating liquor, both on -sale and off sale, on City election days pursuant to a state law enacted in the 1971 session, -5- i After a brief discussion a motion was made by Councilman Lary and seconded by Councilman Ausen to declare a first reading on the following ordinance: AN O DINANCE AhZNDING CHAPTER 11 OF HE CITY ORDINANCES Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously, The City Manager next recommended that the Council approve a Joint powers agreement with the City d Crystal and the City of Brooklyn Park which would provide for continuation of a joint health department and the employ-' ment of qualified public health personnel to assist in developing and enforcing community health and sanitation ordinances. He commented that the agreement would include Brooklyn Park effective October 1st and that it had been provided for in the 1972 budget. Motion by Councilman Willard and seconded by Councilman Heck to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute a Joint powers agreement with the City d Crystal and the City of Brooklyn Park to support a Joint health program. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Councilman Ausen and seconded by Councilman Willard to approve the following licenses: Christmas Tree Sales License Premium Quality Trees (Roy's A & W) 10433 Partridge St. Premium Quality Trees Webber's Greenhouse) 10433 Partridge St. Cigarette License United Vending 9 North 11th Street Food Establishment License Glad's Eat Shop 3701 - 50th Avenue North Gas Piping Installation License Abel Heating 266 Water Street Fleming Sheet Metal Co. 775 Colorado Ave, o e, , Heating and Air Conditioning License Abel be Heating 266 Water Street Fleming Sheet Metal Co. 775 Colorado Ave. So. Nielsen Sheet Metal 395 - 27th Ave. N.E. Nan - Perishable Food Vend-ing Machine License Beach Apartments 4201 Lakeside Ave. No. United Vending 9 North 11th Street Sign Hanger's License Triad Sign Service, Inc. 503 - 17th Ave. N.W. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously, The City Manager recommended that the Council authorize the Brooklyn Center Fire Department to conduct a fire drill utilizing the City owned structures at 69th Avenue North and Bryant Avenue North extended. Motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Leary to authorize the Brooklyn Center Fire Department to conduct a drill utilizing the structures on a property at 69th Avenue North and Bryant Avenue North extended. Voting in favor were: Mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Heck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. -6- Councilman Ausen stated that Judge Fossen had not made appointments to the Charter Commission as requested and asked that Mayor Cohen be pm- pared to make such appointments, if the judge had not done so, by the October 4, 1971 meeting. The Mayor stated that he would be prepared to take such action. Motion by Councilman Heck and seconded by Councilman Leary to adjourn the Council meeting. Voting in favor were: mayor Cohen, Councilmen Leary, Ausen, Fleck and Willard. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously. The Council meeting adjourned at 12 :30 A.M. ler' Ma r I -7-