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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1969 02-03 CCM Special Session Minutes of the Proceedings of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center In the County of Hennepin and State of Minnesota February 3, 1969 The City Council met in special session and was called to order by Mayor Philip Cohen at 7 :40 P. M. Roll Call: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Also present were: D. G. Poss, Paul Holmlund, Charles VanEeckhout, Richard Schieffer, Gene Hagel, Bambridge Peterson and Robert Haarman, Reverend Don Kern of the Church of Christ of Brooklyn Center offered the invocation. Motion by Howard Heck and seconded by Earl Rydberg to approve the minutes of the January 27, 1969 meeting as submitted. Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard (John Leary abstained). Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. The first item of business to be discussed was a resolution regarding driveway policy which will amend the existing street surfacing policy to include bituminous paving of driveways to the property line. Member Theodore Willard introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 69 -80 RESOLUTION AME LADING EXISTING STREET SURFACING POLICY TO INCLUDE BITUME OUS PAVING OF ALL DRIVEWAYS 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, Earl Rydberg and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. The City Manager recommended disposition of a 1940 typewriter con- sidered as sur�.,lus property since it is not longer adequate for office use. Motion by Howard Heck and seconded by Earl Rydberg to authorize the City Manager to dispose of the 1940 Royal typewriter. Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried `unanimously. The Council next discussed the disposition of two electric motor starters which were severely damaged some months ago. The starters are from well house #3 located at 69th and Dupont and have value only insofar as certain parts might be used. The City Manager indicated the City had been offered $125.00 per unit salvage value and if approved the monies would go to the Public Utilities Department. Motion by John Leery and seconded by Theodore Willard to authorize the City Manager to dispose of the damaged electric motor starters for $12 5.00 ba. Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. The next item of business was the City Manager`s recommendation to purchase a mobile radio for the Fire Marshal. The City Manager requested authorization to purchase a mobile radio for the Fire Marshal through the County bidding procedure explaining that the existing radio in the Fire Marshal's car is an older radio which is no longer maintainable. The radio is used duri rou ne fire inspections In addition to fire emerg encies, The City yMa nage r -1- 109 went on to explain that the new radio is not in the Fire Department budget, but that its approximate $700.00 to $800.00 estimated cost would come out of the Fire Department budget and involve a possible interdepartmental transfer of funds at a later date. Motion by Howard Heck and seconded by John Leary to authorize the purchase of a mobile radio for the Fire Marshal. Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. At this time the Council discussed the Capital Improvements Program as it relates to park development and the lighting of hockey rinks and athletic fields in City parks. The City Manager recommended that authorization be granted to enter into a contract with W.J. Sutherland and Associates, Inc. which engineering firm was described as being competent and experienced in the field of outdoor athletic lighting design. The City Manager explained that a priority program for park capital projects was being refined and would be submitted for Council consideration on the 17th of February, Councilman Willard expressed concern about proceeding with this segment of the park program in the absence of the over -all priority program and it was agreed by mutual consent to defer the matter to February 17, 1969. At this time Mayor Cohen recognized the presence of retiring Park and Recreation Commissioners Frank Irvin and Paul Bullen and thanked them on behalf of the Council for their services rendered to the community. The City Clerk was instructed to read a resolution commending Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Commissioner Frank Irvin. Member Howard Heck introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 69 -81 RESOLUTION COMMENDING BROOKLYN CENTER PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSIONER FRANK IRVIN 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, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, where - upon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. The City Clerk was instructed to read a resolution commending Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Commissioner Paul Bullen. Member John Leary introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 69 -82 RESOLUTION COMMENDING BROOKLYN CENTER PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSIONER PAUL BUL The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Earl Rydberg, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. At this time Mayor Cohen preoented Commissioners Bullen and Irvin with Certificates of Recognition in appreciation for their 12 years of service to the community. The Council recessed at 8.50 P. M. for a reception in honor of the retiring Commissioners. The meeting resumed at 9 :10 P.M. -2- r - -- 105 The next item of business was a request by the City Manager to retain an architect, on a time and material basis, for the design of a park shelter prototype, Motion by Earl Rydberg and seconded by Theodore Willard to authorize the City Manager to retain an architect on a time and material basis for the design of a park shelter prototype. Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, john Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by john Leary and seconded by Howard Heck to declare a first reading on the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE VACATING THAT PORTION OF JAMES AVENUE NORTH LYING SOUTH OF COUNTY ROAD NO. 130 BETWEEN OUTLOTS A AND B OF TWIN CITIES INTERCHANGE PARK ADDITION Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Theodore Willard and seconded by John Leary to declare a first reading on the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE VACATING LUSHINE DRIVE IN TWIN CITIES INTERCHANGE PARIS ADDITION Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Howard Heck and seconded by Earl Rydberg to declare a first reading on the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23 RELATING TO GENERAL LICENSING REGULATIONS Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by john Leary and seconded by Theodore Willard to declare a first reading on the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 BY REDEFINING THE BOUNDARIES OF CERTAIN PROPERTY WITHIN SECTION 35 -1220 AND SECTION 35 -1200 Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. At this time Mayor Cohen recognized the presence of retiring Planning Commissioner Helmer Engstrom thanking him for his years of service on the Planning Commission. The City Clerk was requested to read a resolution commending Brooklyn Center Planning Commission member Helmer Engstrom. Member John Leary introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 69 -83 RESOLUTION COMMENDING BROOKLYN CENTER PLANNING COMMISSIONER HELMER ENGSTROM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Earl Rydberg, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Mayor Cohen presented Commissioner Engstrom with a Certificate of Recognition. -3- .107 At this time the City Manager referred the Council to Resolution No. 69 -37 which awarded the bid for a front end loader to Ziegler, Inc. for a caterpillar 950 rubber tire front end loader. Motion by Theodore Willard and seconded by J ohn Lear to authorize � the Mayor and City Manager to execute a contract with Ziegler, Inc. for the purchase of the front end loader. Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. At this time the Council discussed the sign hanger's license as outlined in the new Sign Ordinance. Motion by John Leary and seconded by Howard Heck to allow sign licenses issued prior to April 30, 1969 to run from the date of issue to the renewal date of May 1, 1970 for a license fee of $20.00. Voting in favor were: Philip Cohe p C n, john Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard,. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. At this time the City Manager discussed the architectural work on the Capital Improvement Program as it relates to the Civic Center indicating he has made a review of needs as expressed by the City employees as well taken a first hand look at various public buildings and city halls in the area. He indicated the written programs for the Civic Center being prepared by Cerny, Associates, Inc. would be presented at a special Council meeting and the Council unanimously agreed upon February 13, 1969 at 7 :30 P. M. as the date for reviewing the programs. The Citizens Advisory Committee will also be asked to meet with the Council for this special review meeting. Motion by Theodore Willard and seconded by Earl Rydberg to approve the following licenses: Cigarette License Boutell's 5701 Xerxes Avenue North Denny's Standard Station 6900 Humboldt Ave. North Wes's Standard Service 6044 Osseo Road Gasoline Service Station License Denny's Standard Station 6900 Humboldt Ave. No. Wes's Standard Service 6044 Osseo Road Sign H License Gold Medal Beverage Co. 553 North Fairview, St. Paul Leroy Signs, Inc. 3101 North 2nd Street Nordquist Sign Co., Inc. 312 West Lake Street Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none. Motion carried unanimously. The Council next discussed the Liquor Ordinance, Section 11 -400, as it pertains to the consumption of and display of intoxicating liquor within the City of Brooklyn Center for private clubs and other public places. At this time Mayor Cohen recognized the presence of State Representa- tive Roger Scherer and entertained a discussion of legislative matters at the State Capitol as they pertain to the City of Brooklyn Center. Member John Leary introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption; RESOLUTION NO. 69 -84 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE INCREASE OF THE MISDEMEANOR FINE LIMIT -4- 101 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, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, where- upon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Member Theodore Willard introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 69 -85 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING LEGISLATION WHICH WOULD AMEND 1967 MINNESOTA STATUTES 471.196 REGARDING UNCLAIMED MOTOR VEHICLES, DISPOSITION FOR CITIES OF THE SECOND AND THIRD CLASS 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, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. At this time Senator Dean Nyquist appeared and was recognized by Mayor Cohen. A resolution opposing the Liquor Fair Trade Law was discussed by the Council and legislators, but not voted upon until such time as the so- called "split liquor" bill is resolved in the Legislature. Member Howard Heck introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 69 -86 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING ADOPTION OF HOUSE FILE 60 RELATIVE TO INTOXICATING LIQUOR; PERMITTING "ON- SALE" PRIVATE LICENSES IN CITIES, VILLAGES, OR BOROUGHS OPERATING MUNICIPAL LIQUOR STORES; AMENDING MINNESOTA STATUTES 1967, CHAPTER 340 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, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Following the adoption of Resolution No. 69 -86 the Council entertained discussion of the resolution as it relates to statewide interest. Mrs. Ernee McArthur and Dr. Duane Om representing Brooklyn Center Chamber of Commerce indicated that the Metropolitan Chambers of Commerce was marshalling support statewide for the adoption of the "split liquor" bill. Councilman Heck discussed the "split liquor" bill relative to his efforts with the Hennepin County League of Municipalities and proposed to work closely with the Brooklyn Center Chamber of Commerce in an effort to marshal statewide support within the Minnesota Legislature for the adoption of a "split liquor" bill. The remainder of the evening consisted of a discussion of legislative matters with the Chamber of Commerce, State Senator Nyquist and State Representative Scherer. Motion by John Leary and seconded by Howard Heck to adjourn the meeting. Voting in favor were: Philip Cohen, John Leary, Earl Rydberg, Howard Heck and Theodore Willard. Voting against were: none, Motion carried unanimously. The u c 1 meeting adjourn •1 .M, Clerk _5.. Mayor