HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987 05-04 CCP Regular Session CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
MAY 4, 1987
7 p.m.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Open Forum
5. Approval of Consent Agenda - All items listed with an
asterisk are considered to be routine by the City Council
and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a Council member
so requests, in which event the item will be removed from
the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on
the agenda.
6. Approval of Minutes:
*a. April 6, 1987 - Regular Session
*b. April 20, 1987 - Regular Session
7. Final Plat:
*a. Ed Trombley's Addition, 61st Avenue at Colfax Avenue
North
8. Performance Bond Release /Reduction:
*a. Boulevard Plaza (Release) - 7022 -7086 Brooklyn Blvd.
*b. Brooklyn Center Baptist Church (Reduction) - 5840
Humboldt Avenue North
9. Presentation of Award to City Council from Minnesota Water
Ski Association
10. Resolutions:
*a. Accepting Work Performed under Contract 1985 -I (Civic
Center Carpet Replacement Improvement Project No. 1985 -
16)
b. Approving Plans and Specifications and Ordering
Advertisement for Bids for Community Center
Improvements, Project No. 1987 -05, Contract 1987 -C
*c. Declaring a Public Nuisance and Ordering the Removal of
Diseased Shade Trees (Order No. DST 05/04/87)
d. Declaring May 19, 1987 as Mary Jane Gustafson Day in
Brooklyn Center
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA -2- May 4, 1987
*e. Accepting Bid and Authorizing the Purchase of Four (4)
Police Patrol Sedans
- Appropriation approved in the 1987 Police Department
Budget.
*f. Accepting Bid and Authorizing the Purchase of One (1)
Compact Cargo Van
- Appropriation approved in the 1987 Animal Control
Budget.
Declaring in May 15 1987 through May g Y , g y 21, 1987 as Drug
Awareness Week
h. Authorizing the Mayor and City Manager of the City of
Brooklyn Center to Execute an Easement Agreement on
Behalf of the City of Brooklyn Center
-City for purposes of ingress and egress for police and
fire and for repair and maintenance of utility lines.
i. Authorizing the Mayor and the City Manager to Execute
on Behalf of the City of Brooklyn Center a First
Supplement to Declaration of Covenants, Conditions,
Restrictions and Maintenance Agreement for a Private
Road
- Establishes a maintenance agreement for a private road
at 7100 Brooklyn Boulevard necessitated by the sale of
part of the land.
*j. Authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to Apply for a
Grant
-This grant would supply funds for the 1988
Entertainment in the Parks program.
*k. Accepting Conveyance of Property (Outlot A, Brookdale
Corporate Center)
-This parcel is adjacent to the 694 property, north of
Earle Brown Drive.
*1. Authorizing a Temporary Position of Administrative Aid
in the Engineering Division
11. Private Kennel License:
a. James Zimmer, 5729 Bryant Avenue North
12. Public Hearing: (7:30 p.m.)
a. Proposed Public Utility Rates for 1988 -1990
1. Resolution Establishing Public Utility Rate
Schedules for the Use and Connection to the
Sanitary Sewer and Water Systems of the City of
Brooklyn Center
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13. Presentation: (8 p.m.)
Control of Wild Goose Population in Central Park
-Dr. Cooper of the University of Minnesota will attend to
discuss the City's request for control of the goose
population.
14. Discussion Items:
a. Location of Maintenance Garage at Centerbrook Golf
Course - 8:30 p.m.
b. Palmer Lake Trail Improvements
1. Resolution Establishing Improvement Project No.
1987 -12, Palmer Lake Trail East, and Calling for a
Hearing Thereon
c. Satellite and Dumpster Screens for Installation in Park
System
1. Resolution Establishing Improvement Project No.
1987 -13 and Approving Plans and Specifications
d. Additional Trail Lighting along Northerly Part of
Trailway in Central Park
a 1. Resolution Approving Installation of Additional
Trail Lighting Along Northerly Part of Trailway in
Central Park
e. Extending Electrical Service and Installing Scoreboard
for Central Park Baseball Field
1. Approving Installation of a Scoreboard for Central
Park Baseball Field
f. Recommendation from Park & Recreation Commission to
Include as a 1988 Budget Item Funding to Retain a
Professional Consultant to Conduct a Feasibility Study
on Undeveloped Park Land Options at Twin Lake North
Peninsula, Island, Beach, and Northern End, as Well as
the Kylawn Preserve Area
g. Legislative Update
*1'5. Licenses
16. Adjournment
MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY
OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
APRIL 6, 1987
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order
by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:05 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Dean Nyquist, Councilmembers Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis.
Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Public Works Sy
Knapp, Finance Director Paul Holmlund, Director of Planning & Inspection Ron
Warren, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone,
and Administrative Aid Patti Page.
Mayor Nyquist stated that Councilmember Lhotka is out of town and would be
absent from this evening's meeting.
INVOCATION
The invocation was offered by Mayor Nyquist.
OPEN FORUM
Mayor Nyquist noted that he had received a request from Bill Lakotas,
representing the Brooklyn Center Constitution Committee. Mr. Lakotas stated
when the Constitution Committee began planning the celebration for this year
they were given a number of suggestions, but as the suggestions were discussed
it was found that most of these ideas were quite impossible to implement within
Brooklyn Center. He stated he is before the Council this evening to make one
request which the committee feels would be possible. He stated the Brooklyn
Center Constitution Committee would like to request that the City Council
consider changing the name of Central Park to Constitution Park. He added the
seven articles of the Constitution could be posted along the trailway for people
to read as they walk through the park. He stated that if the Council agrees to
this name change there could be a dedication ceremony on September 17, 1987
which is the main celebration date for the Constitution. Councilmember Theis
stated he believes the Constitution Committee's request merits some thought, and
he would like to suggest sending this idea on to the Park and Recreation
Commission for their recommendations. There was a general consensus among
Councilmembers that this item be passed along to the Brooklyn Center Park and
Recreation Commission.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Nyquist inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items removed from
the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Hawes requested item 6 be removed from the
Consent Agenda.
FINAL PLAT APPROVAL LEARNING TREE DAY CARE CENTER
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There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
approve the final plat for Construction 70, Inc. (Learning Tree Day Care
Center). The motion passed.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -62
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PROPOSAL FOR HEATING SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS AT THE MUNICIPAL
SERVICE GARAGE, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -07
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -63
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH WESTWOOD PLANNING AND ENGINEERING COMPANY TO
PROVIDE INSPECTION SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION RELATING TO EARLE
BROWN FARM STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1986 -21 (CONTRACT 1986 -R - STREET
LIGHTING; AND CONTRACT 1986 -5 - LANDSCAPE PLANTINGS)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -64
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTE AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO BOXES AND
HYDRAULICS TO BE MOUNTED ON TWO FORD F -800 TRUCKS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION 87 -65
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DECLARING SURPLUS PROPERTY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -66
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR
DELIVERY OF ONE (1) COMPACT CARGO VAN
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION N0, 87 -67
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR
DELIVERY OF FOUR (4) POLICE PATROL SEDANS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously.
LICENSES
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
approve the following list of licenses:
FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE
Beacon Bowl 6525 Lyndale Avenue N.
Berean Evangelical Free Church 6625 Humboldt Avenue N.
Bridgeman's 1271 Brookdale Center
Bridgeman's 6201 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brookdale Mobil 5710 Xerxes Avenue N.
B.C. American Legion Post #630 4307 70th Avenue N.
Chuck Wagon Inn 5720 Morgan Avenue N.
Chuck's 365 1505 69th Avenue N.
T. J. Cinnamons Bakery Brookdale Center
Donaldson's 1200 Brookdale Center
K -Mart 5930 Earle Brown Drive
Kids' Time Out 5611 Xerxes Avenue N.
LeeAnn Chin's 6040 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Little Brooklyn 6219 Brooklyn Boulevard
Los Primos Brookdale Center
Maranatha Conservative Baptist Home 5401 69th Avenue N.
McDonald's 5525 Xerxes Avenue N.
Movies at Brookdale 5800 Shingle Creek
Pkwy.
kwy .
Mui Li Wan, Inc. 6800 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Munch Box Snack Service 6840 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
NumNum Foods, Inc. Brookdale Center
Perkins Restaurant 5915 John Martin Drive
Scoreboard Pizza 6816 Humboldt Avenue N.
Service Systems 701 Decatur, Suite 203
Northwestern Bell 5910 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Target 6100 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Yen Ching Mandarin Restaurant 5900 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Zantigo's 5532 Brooklyn Blvd.
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS LICENSE
Atkins Mechanical, Inc. 6550 West River Road
C.O. Carlson Air Cond. Co 1156 Aldrich Avenue N.
Del Air Heating g & Cooling 9860 James Circle
Gas Supply, Inc. 2238 Ed ewood u
g
Avenue S.
Gusk
Heating Air Cond.
g 2149 161st Avenue NW
Loop- Belden- Porter Company 315 Royalston Avenue N.
Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors 7340 Washington Avenue S.
Pfiffner Heating & Air Cond. 6301 Welcome Avenue N.
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Pierce Refrigeration 1920 2nd Avenue South
Rapid Heating & Air Conditioning 6926 Jersey Circle North
Sheridan Sheet Metal Co. 4108 Quebec Avenue N.
MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERSHIP LICENSE
Brookdale Ford 2500 County Road 10
Brookdale Pontiac 6801 Brooklyn Boulevard
Iten Chevrolet 6701 Brooklyn Boulevard
Bob Ryan Oldsmobile 6700 Brooklyn Boulevard
SIGN HANGER'S LICENSE
Nordquist Sign Company, Inc. 312 West Lake Street
SWIMMING POOL LICENSE
Brookdale Ten Apartments 53rd Avenue North
Marvin Garden Townhouses 68th and Orchard Ave. N.
Twin Lake North Apartments 4536 58th Avenue North
The motion passed.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - MARCH 23 1987 - REGULAR SESSION
Councilmember Hawes stated there was an error on page six in the third paragraph
from the end of the page. He noted the statement should read "...the difference
is quite large and he cannot see denying the award to the low bidder and paying
an additional $9,000 to the second low bidder."
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
approve the minutes of the March 23, 1987 City Council meeting subject to
changes being made in the third paragraph from the end of page six. The motion
passed.
RESOLUTIONS
The City Manager presented a Resolution Approving Design Concept for Community
Center Improvements, Improvement Project No. 1987 -05. The Director of Public
Works briefly reviewed the memorandum prepared for this agenda item, and noted
that the estimated total project cost is much above the original estimate which
the Council initially approved on February 23, 1987. He stated substantial
changes will be needed to bring parts of the building up to code. He then
introduced Al Mjorud from Carlson Mjorud Architecture Limited (CMA), who is
present this evening to briefly explain the project.
Mayor Nyquist inquired if the code deficiencies have existed all along or if the
code has changed and brought about these deficiencies. The Director of Public
Works stated when the building was originally constructed it met all the current
codes. Since that time, several codes have changed and parts of the building
need to be upgraded. Mayor Nyquist stated that the social hall has always
seemed rather dark and like a hole. He inquired why the architects had
originally proposed this type of area. The City Manager stated the recessed
stairs around the entire social hall were to give the room a theater in the
round effect, but the room is not often used for this activity. He stated that
the dark walls were to give the room a more dramatic effect. The City Manager
stated since this room is only used 2.1% of the time for theatrical performances
of any type, staff recommends filling in the recessed area to protect the City
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from any liability claims.
Mr. Mjorud went on to review all areas of the proposed project, and noted the
original budget estimate was for the reroofing of an average building. He noted
reroofing a building which contains a swimming pool is a much different
situation and that a structural analysis should be done to be sure the roof
could handle the additional insulation and roofing load. A brief discussion
then ensued regarding the three options available for insulation and roofing of
the Community Center.
The City Manager stated that Councilmember Lhotka had received a copy of this
report and had informed the City Manager that he did not feel it was worthwhile
to obtain an additional 20 years of life for the Community Center roof by
spending $35,000 more. He stated that Councilmember Lhotka recommended that the
Council choose option No. 1 with an estimated total cost of $175,000.
The Director of Public Works stated it is the staff's recommendation that the
City Council choose option No. 3 in which a layer of ISO would be sandwiched
between two layers of foamglas. He stated this method could make the steel
decking last another 30 to 40 years. He noted if the Council chose option No. 1
and moisture continues to build up under the roof, the City could possibly end
up replacing the entire steel decking.
A discussion then ensued regarding the rusted steel decking panels and the
procedure which would be used to cover them. The City Manager stated there does
not appear to be as much damage as staff had anticipated. He added that staff
is recommending delaying the tuck pointing portion of the project until 1988 to
allow for further investigation.
Councilmember Theis inquired if it would be possible to take bids on all the
alternates for the roofing options and choose at that point. The Director of
Public Works stated it could be done, but it would mean a considerable amount of
architectural work to write specifications for alternate bids. He stated staff
recommends choosing one option this evening.
Councilmember Scott stated she believes the design concept using ISO and
foamglas to be the best choice for the City. Councilmember Hawes agreed.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -68
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING DESIGN CONCEPT FOR COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS,
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -05
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed with Councilmember Theis opposed.
ORDINANCE
The City Manager introduced An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 Regarding the
Planning Commission. He noted this item was first read on March 9, 1987,
published in the City's official newspaper on March 19, 1987 and is offered this
evening for a second reading. He then went on to briefly review the ordinance
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amendment.
Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting or the purpose of a public g p p p hearing on An
Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 Regarding the Planning Commission, and inquired if
there was anyone resent who wished to
Y P speak at the public hearing. No one
requested to speak and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
close the public hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 Regarding the
Planning Commission. The motion passed.
Councilmember Theis inquired if the proposed resolution defining the duties and
responsibilities for the Planning Commission stated that the appointment of the
chairman would be by the Mayor. The City Manager responded affirmatively and
stated this would make the Planning Commission consistent with all other
advisory commissions. Councilmember Theis stated that he would prefer to allow
the Planning Commission to choose their own chairman. A discussion then ensued
relative to the pros and cons of allowing the Commission or Mayor to choose the
chairman for the Planning Commission.
There was a motion by Councilmember Theis and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
table action on this ordinance until the April 20, 1987 City Council meeting.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO 87006 SUBMITTED BY WILLARD BLAKE REQUESTING
SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPROVAL FOR A RETAIL SHOWROOM OF ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT IN THE
I -1 (INDUSTRIAL PARK) ZONING DISTRICT
The City Manager noted this item was recommended for approval by the Planning
Commission at its March 26, 1987 meeting. The Director of Planning & Inspection
referred the Council to pages one and two of the March 26, 1987 minutes and the
attached informational sheet. He briefly reviewed the application and noted
this would be a special use in the I -1 district. He noted the applicant would
be required to provide 13 parking spaces for this business. He stated that the
Planning Commission recommended approval of the application, subject to five
conditions which he reviewed for Councilmembers.
Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Planning
Commission Application No. 87006, and inquired if there was anyone present who
wished to speak at the public hearing. No one requested to speak and he
entertained a motion to close the public hearing.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
close the public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 87006. The
motion passed.
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
approve Application No. 87006, subject to the following conditions:
1. Tenant improvement plans are subject to review and approval by the
Building Official with respect to applicable codes prior to the
issuance of building permits.
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2. The special use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances
and regulations and any violations thereof shall be grounds for
revocation.
3. The special use permit is issued to the applicant as operator of a
communications service center involving a retail showroom for
displaying and selling electronic equipment as well as an office in
conjunction with this operation. No other commercial activity is
acknowledged by this special use permit approval.
4. The owner of the property shall acknowledge his responsibility for
guaranteeing the striping and delineating of additional parking stalls
at the northwest corner of the site upon a determination by the City
that parking demand on the site exceeds the available number of parking
spaces.
5. Special use permit approval is exclusive of all signery which is
subject to the provisions of Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances.
The motion passed.
RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED)
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -69
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC
SERVICE OF MARY JANE GUSTAFSON
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
RECESS
The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:30 p.m. and reconvened at 8:47
p.m.
RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED)
The City Manager presented a Resolution Approving Change Order to Contract 1985-
C Centerbrook Golf Course Improvement Project No. 1985 -23, Providing for the
Placement of Sod in the Outfields of the Little League Fields. He noted the
warm winter has damaged the seeding which was done in late fall, 1986. He noted
that Councilmember Lhotka has stated a preference for reseeding as opposed to
sod. He added staff is recommending that sod be laid so the Little League can
continue their normal schedule.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -70
Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER TO CONTRACT 1986 -C, CENTERBROOK GOLF COURSE'
IMPROVEMENT- PROJECT NO. 1985 -23, PROVIDING FOR THE PLACEMENT OF SOD IN THE
OUTFIELDS OF THE LITTLE LEAGUE FIELDS
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION ITEM
PUBLIC UTILITIES RATE STUDY
The Director of Public Works briefly reviewed the three additional alternatives
which have been developed and analyzed regarding the utility rates study. He
added that because of the concerns raised regarding the $5 late penalty charge,
staff is now recommending a $3 late charge or 10% of the bill, whichever is
greater. Councilmember Hawes inquired if senior citizens rates would also be
increased by the same percentage. The City Manager stated all rates would be
raised proportionately. Councilmember Theis inquired what the cost to the City
was for producing the delinquent water notices. The Director of Finance stated
two notices are sent regarding delinquent accounts and he is not sure of the
exact cost of producing these notices. Councilmember Hawes inquired if it would
be possible to put a $3 penalty on the first notice and a $5 penalty on the
second notice. The Director of Finance stated he would prefer a flat charge
because it would be easier to collect one fee.
Councilmember Scott stated she believes option F to be the best option for water
utility use rates, and option B or D for the sewer rates. The Director of
Public Works stated that
he would recommend the Council choose option D for the
sanitary sewer rates, if option s chosen for the water rates. He o'
p anted out
that by choosing option D for the sanitary sewer rates the increases would begin
at the same time.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded b Councilmember ouncilmember Hawes
directing staff to prepare a resolution and set a public hearing regarding the
water and sanitary sewer rate increase using option F for the water rate and
option D for the sanitary sewer rate.
RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED)
The City Manager presented a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for
Water Tower No. 1 Reconditioning, Improvement Project No. 1987 -02, Contract
1987 -B. He stated staff is recommending that this item be tabled until the
April 20, 1987 City Council meeting.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded b y Councilmember Theis to
table a Resolution Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract for Water Tower No. 1
Reconditioning, Improvement Project No. 1987 -02, Contract 1987 -B until the
Aprfl 20, 1987 City Council meeting. The motion passed.
The City Manager presented a Resolution Accepting Proposal for Additional
Landscape Work on Civic Center Plaza, Improvement Project No. 1984 -10. The
Director of Public Works stated this resolution and the two which follow it on
the agenda are all related. He went on to explain the problems which were
encountered during the final completion period for this project, and noted that
verbal agreements were reached on several occasions, only to have the contractor
or subcontractor fail to perform under those agreements. He stated that now a
compromise agreement has been reached for the pond liner and the replacement
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trees. He stated staff is also recommending the installation of a semi-
automatic sprinkler system for the flower beds in the Civic Center plaza. He
noted it takes a considerable amount of time for someone in the maintenance
department to tend to the watering of these flower beds.
Mayor Nyquist stated that in regard to the replacement trees, surely someone
must have known of the adverse conditions in the area and been able to recommend
other type plantings. The Director of Public Works stated the landscape
architect knew of the conditions in the plaza and attempted to select a variety
of plantings which would have a good chance of survival. He stated that his
recommendations were purely a judgment call. Mayor Nyquist inquired if the
landscape architect is absorbing n of this cost of replacement. T
g Y p he Director
of Public Works stated the landscape architect has not been asked to absorb any
cost because staff does not feel it was his responsibility. Councilmember Theis
stated he agrees with ith the Mayor that the landscape architect should have some
financial responsibility alit fo
p y r these replacement trees.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -71
Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PROPOSAL FOR ADDITIONAL LANDSCAPE WORK ON CIVIC CENTER
PLAZA, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1984 -10
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously.
There was a general consensus among the Council that staff should investigate
the possibility of the landscape architect having some financial responsibility
for the replacement of these trees.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -72
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PROPOSAL FOR INSTALLATION OF SEMI - AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER
SYSTEM FOR FLOWER BEDS IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1984 -10
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -73
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED UNDER CONTRACT 1984 -J, CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1984 -10
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION N0. 87 -74
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENT OF BETTE R. McCREADY
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -75
Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC
SERVICE OF PASTOR CARL J. GROETTUM
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION ITEMS (CONTINUED)
HOUSE FILE 1124 REMOVAL OF LOCAL AUTHORITY FOR COMMERCIAL- INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY
The City Manager stated some items within this house file are being modified at
the present time, but staff still recommends the Council pass the attached
resolution. He noted that a copy will be sent to our legislators regarding the
proposed changes.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -76
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION REGARDING HOUSE FILE 1124 PERTAINING TO REMOVAL OF RESPONSIBILITY AND
AUTHORITY FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY FROM THE
LOCAL ASSESSOR
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously.
REQUEST TO TRANSFER OLD CHAIRS TO LIQUOR STORES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT
The City Manager stated a number of chairs have already been transferred into
the Police Department and that in doing so we have depleted our supply of
saleable chairs. He stated that he recommends the Council approve the
resolution transferring funds from the contingency fund, and when or if the
chairs are sold the money will be returned to that fund.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -77
Member Rich Theis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1987 GENERAL FUND BUDGET
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER RELATING TO CONTRACT 1987 -E IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO.
1987 -03. BROOKDALE 16" WATER MAIN IMPROVEMENT
The Director of Public Works stated that the courts did grant a temporary
restraining order regarding this contract, and a hearing date has been set for
April 8, 1 -987. He stated staff hopes the court will deny the request for a
temporary injunction, but if that does not occur staff would recommend rejecting
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all bids and rebidding the entire project. However, he noted this cannot be
done without the consent of 0 & P Contracting.
He stated 0 & P Contracting has signed a waiver and release form which would
allow the Council to reject all bids and rebid the entire project. He noted a
resolution has been prepared for this evening's meeting which states if the
courts grant the request for a temporary injunction, all bids will be rejected.
The Director of Public Works stated there are two projects that have been put on
hold until the water main improvement can be completed, those being the golf
course parking lot and the Main Street store. Councilmember Theis inquired if
the City Council rejects all bids and rebids the entire project, will all the
projects still be completed on time. The Director of Public Works stated that
all three projects would be completed later than the City had anticipated, but
if the City were to battle this in court it could take even longer.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -78
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION RECONSIDERING AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -03,
BROOKDALE 16" WATER MAIN IMPROVEMENT, LIONS PARK TO COUNTY ROAD 10, CONTRACT
1987 -E
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously.
GAMBLING LICENSE FOR DUOOS BROTHERS AMERICAN LEGION CLUB
The City Manager stated based on the past performance of the Duoos Brothers
American Legion Club and the information prepared by the Police Department,
staff recommends denial of this license.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
deny a gambling license for Duoos Brothers American Legion Club. The motion
passed.
ADJOURNMENT
There was a motion by Councilmember Hawes and seconded by Councilmember Scott to
adjourn the meeting. The motion passed. The Brooklyn Center City Council
adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
City Clerk Mayor
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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY
OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
APRIL 20, 1987
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order
by Mayor Dean Nyquist at 7:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Dean Nyquist, Councilmembers Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and
Rich Theis. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Public
Works Sy Knapp, Finance Director Paul Holmlund, Director of Planning &
Inspection Ron Warren, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, HRA Coordinator Brad
Hoffman, Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone, and Administrative Aid Patti
Page.
INVOCATION
The invocation was offered by Councilmember Scott.
OPEN FORUM
Mayor Nyquist noted the Council had received a request from Robert O'Donnell,
720 69th Avenue North, regarding erecting a fence between his property and the
property of Columbus Village Apartments. Mayor Nyquist recognized Mr. O'Donnell
who stated he would like to see a fence erected between his property and
Columbus Village Apartments, and he felt this should be done at the apartment's
expense. He stated in the warmer months his property is frequently subject to
vandalism. He noted last summer the windows in his garage were broken. He
stated that he has contacted the City and been told there are no ordinances
which would require a fence or screening between Columbus Village Apartments and
his property because of the age of the apartments.
Mayor Nyquist inquired if Mr. O'Donnell has tried using the Mediation Services
available to residents. Mr. O'Donnell stated he has not done so at this point.
Mr. O'Donnell inquired whether there was any ordinance which would require
Columbus Village to at
least screen n their
. parking area from his property. The
City Manager stated
P
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y he would have staff aff investi ate this problem g p and get back to
Mr. O'Donnell. In the meantime, he suggested that Mr. O'Donnell contact the
Mediation Service and see if they can assist Mr. O'Donnell with his problem.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Nyquist inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items removed from
the Consent Agenda, and no requests were made.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -79
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED UNDER CONTRACT 1987 -A, RECONDITIONING OF
WELLS NO. 4 AND NO. 9
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -80
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DECLARING EARLE BROWN ACTIVITIES AS A CIVIC EVENT FROM MAY 29 THROUGH
OCTOBER 1
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -81
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1987 GENERAL FUND BUDGET
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -82
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) HEAVY DUTY
INDUSTRIAL TRACTOR AND LOADER
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
LICENSES
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
approve the following list of licenses:
CIGARETTE LICENSE
Boulevard Superette 6912 Brooklyn Boulevard
FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE
Boulevard Superette 6912 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brooklyn Center Mobil- Supermart 6849 Brooklyn Boulevard
Dayton's 1100 Brookdale Center
Donut Delight 6838 Humboldt Avenue N.
GARBAGE AND REFUSE COLLECTION VEHICLE LICENSE
T & L Sanitation 8201 Logan Avenue N.
ITINERANT FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE
Brookdale Christian Center School 6030 Xerxes Avenue N.
Brooklyn Center Fire Department 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
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MECHANICAL SYSTEMS LICENSE
Air Conditioning Associates, Inc. 689 Pierce Butler Route
Centraire, Inc. 7402 Washington Ave.S.
Flare Htg. & Air Cond., Inc. 664 Mendelssohn Avenue N.
New Mech Companies, Inc. 1633 Eustis Street
Northeast Sheet Metal, Inc. 4347 Central Avenue NE
Owens Services Corporation 930 East 80th Street
MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERSHIP LICENSE
Brookdale Chrysler Plymouth 6121 Brooklyn Boulevard
RENTAL DWELLING LICENSE
Initial:
Jack and Nancy Wold 5907, 09 June Ave. N.
William P. Kelly 5724 Logan Avenue N.
Ronald & Carol Gray 6718 Scott Avenue N.
RENEWAL:
Quality Investment Co. Ryan Lake Apartment
James & Bobbie Simons 6109, 11, 13 Beard Ave. N.
Thomas Egan 5239, 41 Drew Avenue N.
H. E. Homes 6827 Fremont Place
Jeffrey Vest 5557 Knox Avenue N.
Gary & Vikki Linder 5715 Knox Avenue N.
Gerald & Elaine Theis 6719 Toledo Avenue N.
Fred Beier 5300, 04 Vincent Ave. N.
G & B Enterprises 3501 47th Avenue N.
M. B. L. Investment Co. 3613 47th Avenue N.
Donald E. Sobania 3701 47th Avenue N.
Nordic Properties 3713 47th Avenue N.
L. H. Hanggi 3725 47th Avenue N.
Ed Krzesowiak 3001, 07 51st Avenue N.
L. A. Beisner 2816 67th Lane
J. J. Barnett 2926 68th Lane
J. J. Barnett 2930 68th Lane
J. J. Barnett 2938 68th Lane
SIGN HANGER'S LICENSE
Crosstown Sign Company 10166 Central Ave. NE
Lawrence Signs Inc. 945 Pierce Butler Route
Suburban Lighting, Inc. 6077 Lake Elmo Ave. N.
SWIMMING POOL LICENSE
Riverwood Townhomes Association 6626 Camden Drive North
The motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED)
The City Manager presented a Resolution Expressing Recognition of and
Appreciation for the Dedicated Public Service of Richard Jennrich. He noted
that Mr. Jennrich has worked in the Public Works Department for 34 years, and
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will be retiring on May 1, 1987.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -83
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC
SERVICE OF RICHARD JENNRICH
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously.
The City Manager presented a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for
Water Tower No. 1 Reconditioning, Improvement Project No. 1987 -02, Contract
1987 -B. Councilmember Lhotka inquired if there had been a major change in the
specifications for the second bidding process which would result in these higher
bids. The Director of Public Works stated that the only difference was in the
first set of specifications the City had requested a single logo on the water
tower, and in the second set of specifications two logos had been requested. He
noted the cost for these logos was not high enough to warrant the large increase
in bids submitted the second time around.
Councilmember Lhotka stated he believed the Council should award the contract to
the second lowest bidder. Councilmember Hawes stated he did not agree with
Councilmember Lhotka, and stated he believed the bid should not be awarded to
the second lowest bidder unless the City was under a set time frame for this
project. The Director of Public Works stated if the Council were to reject all
bids, he would suggest waiting until next year to rebid the project. He stated
that at this
time of the
year the bids could become very high because most of
the contractors have already filled their development schedules for the season.
The Director of Public Works stated staff has had experience with the second low
bidder, and they have done an excellent job for the City in the past. He added
staff has also checked the references for the low bidder, and it does appear
they are very knowledgeable in this area. However, he stated their bid did not
conform to specification requirements,`' and the Council has the right to reject
the bid.
Councilmember Lhotka inquired whether Johnson Brothers, Inc. knew of the error
before submitting their bid and chose to do nothing about it. The Director of
Public Works stated that Johnson Brothers, Inc. was aware the company needed to
be registered to do business in the State of Minnesota. He stated Johnson
Brothers, Inc. had spoken with the consulting engineer regarding this
requirement. Councilmember Lhotka inquired what the City Attorney's opinion was
on this matter.
The City Attorney stated that the safest way to handle this problem would be to
reject all bids and start the process over again. However, he noted it could
mean quite a delay for the project, and it may not be the most practical
solution at this time. He stated that if the Council were to award the project
to the second lowest bidder and reject the first lowest bidder, the City would
have an excellent chance of winning any court case which was brought against
them. If the Council chooses to award the contract to the first low bidder, he
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feels the
City would have a fair chance of winning this type of court case. He
noted that if all bids were rejected, the complainant would have no assurances
that he would win the bid the next time around.
Councilmember Theis inquired what the condition of the water tower is at this
time and if it could wait for one more year. The Director of Public Works
stated the outward appearance would deteriorate even more and the corrosion on
the inside of the water tower would worsen.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -84
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR WATER TOWER NO. 1
RECONDITIONING, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -02, CONTRACT 1987 -B
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed with Mayor Nyquist and Councilmember
Hawes opposed.
The City Manager presented a Resolution Accepting Proposal for Furnishing 420
Linear Feet of Class 55 Ductile Iron Pipe with Restrained Joints for Use in
Improvement Project No. 1987 -03, Brookdale 16" Water Main Improvement. The
Director of Public Works stated the courts have not made any ruling on the
temporary injunction concerning the award of this project. He stated staff
recommends the Council approve this resolution which would allow staff to place
an order for this special pipe if the court grants the temporary injunction.
However, if the court were to deny the injunction then the order would be placed
through 0 & P Contracting.
Councilmember Lhotka inquired if the contract amount would be decreased by the
cost of the pipe if it were awarded to someone other than 0 & P Contracting.
The Director of Public Works responded affirmatively.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -85
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PROPOSAL TO FURNISH 420 LINEAR FEET OF CLASS 55 DUCTILE
IRON PIPE WITH RESTRAINED JOINTS FOR USE IN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -03,
BROOKDALE 16" WATER MAIN
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
The City Manager presented a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor and City Manager
to Amend an Agreement between the City of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Center
Mediation Project.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -86
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO AMEND AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND BROOKLYN CENTER MEDIATION PROJECT
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed. Councilmember Hawes abstained from
the vote.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEM
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 87007 SUBMITTED BY SHINGLE CREEK LAND
COMPANY REQUESTING SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPROVAL FOR OFF SITE ACCESSORY PARKING AT
THE SHINGLE CREEK BUSINESS CENTER NEAR 67TH AND SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
The City Manager noted this application was recommended for approval by the
Planning Commission at its April 9, 1987 meeting. The Director of Planning &
Inspection referred the Mayor and City Council to pages one through three of the
April 9, 1987 Planning Commission minutes and the attached informational sheet
with those minutes. He reviewed the application and noted that the applicant
has negotiated a lease for the remaining space in the RCM Plaza as an office
occupancy. He stated if the RCM Plaza building becomes 100% office occupancy,
153 additional parking stalls are required.
The Director of Public Works left the table at 7:40 p.m.
The Director of Planning & Inspection noted the area has access off of Parkway
Circle which is a private road. He stated the Planning Commission has some
concerns regarding additional traffic from the 100% office occupancy during
afternoon peak hours.
The Director of Public Works returned to the table at 7:47 p.m.
The Director of Planning & Inspection pointed out the consideration of the total
landscaping improvements is not part of this approval, but it would be
considered at another time. He stated that the Planning Commission recommended
approval of this item, subject to 12 conditions which he proceeded to review for
the Council. He stated a public hearing has been scheduled for this evening and
notices have been sent.
Councilmember Hawes inquired if parking is allowed on Parkway Circle. The
Director of Planning & Inspection stated that parking is not allowed on a
private road; it is designated as a fire lane. A brief discussion then ensued
regarding the drainage for the area and the possibility of the buildings ever
flooding.
Mayor Nyquist opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on Planning
Commission Application No. 87007 submitted by Shingle Creek Land Company. He
inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak at the public hearing.
No one requested to speak and he entertained a motion to close the public
hearing.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Lhotka
to close the public hearing on Planning Commission Application No. 87007
submitted by Shingle Creek Land Company. The motion passed unanimously.
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes to
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approve Planning Commission Application No. 87007 submitted by Shingle Creek
Land Company, subject to the following conditions:
1. Special use permit approval acknowledges off -site accessory parking of
153 spaces on Tract A, R.L.S. 1572 to be provided for the sole use of
Tract B, R.L.S. 1564. The applicant shall encumber the 153 parking
spaces for this specific purpose in a manner consistent with City
ordinances as approved by the City Attorney. Said encumbrance shall
be filed with the title to the properties.
2. Special use permit approval acknowledges the proof -of- parking for up
to 153 parking spaces. The applicant shall execute an agreement, as
approved by the City Attorney, to install said parking upon a
determination by the City that they are necessary for the proper
functioning of the site. This agreement shall be filed with the title
to the property.
3. A revised declaration establishing parking rights in the central
parking lot for the Ramada Hotel, Parkway Place and Shingle Creek 11
shall be reviewed and approved by the Zoning Official and the City
Attorney prior to the filing at the County.
4. The applicant shall execute a standard utility maintenance and
inspection agreement as approved by the City Engineer.
5. The applicant shall submit a drainage plan for approval by the Shingle
Creek Watershed Management Commission.
6. The applicant shall all a ree to dedicate the necessary sar easement area
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required for storm water detention in accordance with the plan
approved by the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission.
7. The applicant shall be responsible for protecting the flowageway
running from the intersection of 67th Avenue North and Shingle Creek
Parkway to Shingle Creek.
8. The applicant shall enter into a traffic signal agreement with the
City, as approved by the Director of Public Works, whereby they shall
be responsible for paying half of the cost of the future installation
of a traffic signal at the Parkway Circle /67th Avenue North
intersection with Shingle Creek Parkway if the necessity of such a
traffic signal is determined by the City.
9. Approval of this application does not acknowledge an amendment to the
landscape /plaza plan submitted under Planning Commission Application
No. 86033. The applicant shall submit a revised plan for review and
approval by the City.
10. Special use permit approval acknowledges the ability of RCM Plaza to
have a 100% office occupancy.
11. Special use permit approval is subject to all applicable codes,
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ordinances and regulations. Any violation thereof shall be grounds
for revocation.
12. The applicant shall execute an easement over a portion of the central
parking lot dedicating that portion of the property indicated on the
approved plan for landscaping purposes.
The motion passed unanimously.
RECESS
The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:02 p.m. and reconvened at 8 :18
p.m.
Mayor Nyquist stated that he would like to welcome Boy Scout Troop #529 to the
City Council meeting.
ORDINANCES
The City Manager presented An Ordinance Amending Chapter 34 Regarding Off
Premise Advertising Signs. He stated that basically the changes made to this
ordinance are adjustments which would bring the language contained in this
ordinance into compliance with current court rulings.
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Scott
to approve for first reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 34 Regarding Off
Premise Advertising Signs, and setting a public hearing date for May 18, 1987 at
7:30 p.m. The motion passed unanimously.
The City Manager presented An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 Regarding the
Planning Commission. He stated this item was first read on March 9, 1987,
published in the City's official newspaper on March 19, 1987 and was offered for
a second reading on April 6, 1987. He noted action on this ordinance was tabled
at the April 6, 1987 meeting. He pointed out this item requires a 4/5 vote of
the City Council. Mayor Nyquist noted the question raised at the April 6, 1987
Council meeting was whether the Planning Commission should choose their own
Chairperson or should the Mayor choose "the Chairperson.
Councilmember Lhotka inquired why the Planning Commission was set up in this
way. The City Manager stated the reason is unclear and it could be that the
consultant who put together the original ordinance had done it this way in the
past. Councilmember Hawes stated that the method of allowing the Planning
Commission to choose their own Chairperson has always worked well in the past,
but he also believes allowing the Mayor to choose the Chairperson works well
too. He stated he can see no reason for not bringing the Planning Commission
into conformance with the other commissions.
Councilmember Theis stated that he can see no reason to change the method of
choosing the Chairperson to allow the Mayor to do so. He stated members of the
Planning Commission have expressed concerns regarding this new method, and he
feels it� should be left as it is.
ORDINANCE NO. 87 -03
Member Bill Hawes introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 REGARDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by
member Mayor Nyquist, and the motion passed with Councilmember Theis opposed.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -87
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DEFINING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER PLANNING
COMMISSION
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
WATER QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - STATUS REPORT
The Director of Public Works stated he would like to update the Mayor and
Councilmembers on the progress being made on the quality of the water supply to
residents in an area on the western edge of the City. He stated some progress
is being made by increasing the chemical treatment of the water and installation
of three new in -line pumps within the water mains in the area. He stated one
problem which has arisen n is that when the pumps were first installed they were
very quiet, but after time a noise has developed which carries into the homes
along the line. He stated during the nighttime hours the pumps are shut off,
but this defeats the purpose of an in -line um . The Director of Public Work
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stated that it will
costa approximatel y $50,000 a year to continue this approach,
and noted that the consultants believe that whatever approach is taken to this
problem, it will never be totally eliminated. He stated because it is very
difficult to evaluate the _long -term effects of these measures based on short -
term experience, it is staff's recommendation the City continue with this
present course of action for four to six months, then evaluate the results and
decide whether or not to continue on this course. If a decision is made that
replacement of some of the water mains is required, plans should be made to do
that work early in 1988.
The Director of Public Works stated one additional recommendation is to install
a loop water main on Paul Circle, so as to eliminate the dead end conditions
which exist on that street. He pointed out as long as the dead end exists, the
in -line pumps have no effect on that line, and the effects of water treatment
are substantially reduced. He noted the estimated cost for installing this loop
main on Paul Circle is $20,000 and could be installed in 1987, if the Council
wishes to do.
Councilmember Lhotka inquired how many homes were on Paul Circle. The Director
of Public Works stated there are eight or ten homes on Paul Circle.
Councilmember Lhotka asked what the total number of homes in the area is. The
Director of Public Works stated there are 500 to 600 homes in this problem area.
The Director of Public Works stated that the chemical is being added at the well
and it goes throughout the entire City. He noted the number of complaints has
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been reduced throughout the City, and added there would be no way to correct the
problem in only one area. The City Manager stated staff and the consultant has
been looking for any common denominator which would point to why some houses
have the problem and some do not. He stated that at this point no common
denominators have been found.
Councilmember Hawes inquired if the new increase for water rates would cover the
$50,000 expenditure for this treatment. The Director of Public Works responded
affirmatively.
Councilmember Lhotka stated he would like some more details on the work being
proposed for Paul Circle and an exact cost. Councilmember Theis stated he would
like staff to determine whether there are any other areas within the City with
the same problem. The Director of Public Works stated that Paul Circle is a
unique situation and there are no other areas in the City like this.
PROPOSAL FOR TRAFFIC STUDY AND PRELIMINARY DESIGN OF 69TH AVENUE NORTH BETWEEN
DUPONT AVENUE NORTH AND ZANE AVENUE NORTH
The Director of Public Works stated in 1985 the City Council adopted a
Resolution which Approved a Five Year Municipal State Aid Capital Improvement
Program. He noted this tentatively programmed (1) the acquisition of additional
right -of -way along 69th Avenue in 1988 and (2) the reconstruction of 69th Avenue
in 1989. He stated that after preliminary review of this proposed improvement
there are many special factors which enter into the consideration of the
project. He stated the overall environmental impact should be reviewed and that
the area should be studied between Dupont and Zane Avenues North. He noted the
City has received a proposal from Short - Elliott- Hendrickson, Inc. for the
traffic studies and preliminary design of the area. He stated that Short -
Elliott- Hendrickson, Inc. has done traffic studies for the City in the past,
each time with excellent results. He stated staff recommends approving the
proposal for the traffic study and preliminary design.
Councilmember Lhotka inquired how long the study would take. The Director of
Public Works stated it would take approximately one year. Councilmember Lhotka
stated that he would like to know more facts about the proposed project before
approving the cost. The Director of Public Works stated the estimated cost for
the traffic studies and preliminary design is $59,000. He noted this cost
estimate does not include some items, but that his most pessimistic estimate
would be $120,000. Mayor Nyquist inquired if Hennepin County would be paying
for any of this study. The Director of Public Works stated it is difficult to
get money from the County for a study of this type, but the City and SEH would
be asking the County for their technical assistance.
Councilmember Scott inquired what portion of the study could be reimbursed by
local MSA funds. The Director of Public Works stated less than 50% could be
reimbursed by local MSA funds. Councilmember Theis inquired what a "6F"
statement is. The Director of Public Works stated it is a detailed
environmental study which may have to be completed for each parcel of land in
question.
RESOLUTION -NO. 87 -88
Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WITH SHORT- ELLIOTT-
HENDRICKSON, INC., CONSULTING ENGINEERS, TO CONDUCT A TRAFFIC STUDY AND
PRELIMINARY DESIGN OF 69TH AVENUE NORTH BETWEEN DUPONT AVENUE AND ZANE AVENUE
NORTH, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -08
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Celia Scott, and the motion passed with Councilmember Hawes opposed.
MAMA -49 CONTRACT CHANGES
There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Hawes
approving the two recommended changes to the Local 49 Labor Agreement. The
motion passed unanimously.
LOWER TWIN LAKE
The City Manager stated the City of Robbinsdale is seeking special legislation
to allow the City to regulate Lower Twin Lake in conjunction with the Department
of Natural Resources. He noted at this time no action has been taken.
HOUSE FILE NO. 1342 PERTAINING TO THE SALE OF WINE IN GROCERY STORES
The City Manager stated that staff foresees many problems if the sale of wine in
grocery stores is allowed. He stated staff does not believe grocery stores are
capable of regulating the sale of wine as well as liquor stores. Councilmember
Theis inquired q ed if the sale of 3.2 beer is regulated closel y in g rocer stores.
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The City Manager stated t
y g he sale of 3.2 beer in grocery stores is required to be
as strictly regulated as the sales in liquor stores , but staff has been told
that hat regulation problems do exist. He stated staff will be looking into these
regulation problems in the future. Councilmember Theis inquired whether the
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City would license this type of sale in grocery stores. The City Manager
responded affirmatively.
Councilmember Scott stated she believes a major problem for grocery stores is
age enforcement. She noted that she has seen grocery stores refuse to sell 3.2
beer after the correct selling hours, but she has never seen any grocery store
check someone's age before selling 3.2 beer.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 -89
Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION REGARDING HOUSE FILE NO. 1342 PERTAINING TO THE SALE OF WINE IN
GROCERY STORES
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS
The HRA Coordinator stated the resolution before the Council this evening would
approve a Joint Powers Agreement providing for participation of the City in a
joint program for the issuance of low interest mortgages. He noted this would
make 120 to 150 mortgages available at an interest rate of 7 1/2%.
RESOLUTION N0. 87 -90
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Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE DAKOTA COUNTY HOUSING AND
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, MINNEAPOLIS/ SAINT PAUL HOUSING FINANCE BOARD, AND
WASHINGTON COUNTY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY JOINT SINGLE FAMILY
MORTGAGE REVENUE BOND PROGRAM AS DEFINED HEREIN AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A
JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
There was a motion by Councilmember Lhotka and seconded by Councilmember Theis
to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center
City Council adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
City Clerk Mayor
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PRESENTATIONS
NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERV?CES COUNCIL
Mayor Nyquist recognized Mary Cayan, Executive Director for the Northwest
Hennepin Human Services Council. Ms. Cayan introduced the members who
represented Brookiyn Center and noted that Geralyn Barone is the staff liaison
to the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council; Fran Gunberg and John Casey
are the citizens from Brooklyn Center on the Advisory Commission; and David
Wagner is the Planner and Emergency Services Coordinator. She went on to
briefly review the municipal profile which had been given to Councilmembers for
their review. She stated that on page 11 the benefits which the City receives
from this commission are listed. She then introduced David Wagner who went on
to explain and review the different samples of data collected.
Councilmember Theis stated according to the graphs and the other information
presented, it appears that Brooklyn Center receives more than its proportionate
share of services. Mr. Wagner stated from the graph it appears that Brooklyn
Center does receive more than its share, but that to receive a clearer picture
the information should be broken down into per capita groupings.
HRA Coordinator Brad Hoffman entered the meeting at 7;17 P.M.
Mayor Nyquist inquired if the Council is currently meeting the needs for
financing through government or public /private partnerships. Mr. Wagner stated
most of the Council's financing omes from Hennepin Count
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stated that he would like to see solutions y in
utions fog financing needs explored
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private sector as much as possible. Mayor N - -ist thanked Ms. Cayan and the
other members of the Council for being present this evening at the City Council
meeting.
CHARTER _
COMMIS
SION RETIRING MEMBER
Mayor Nyquist stated he would like to
resent
a plaque to
P p q Ernest Erickson
recognizing his service on the Charter Commission. He noted that Mr. Erickson
served on the Charter Commission from 1979 until 1987. Mr. Erickson t'r,anked the
Mayor and Councilmembers.
RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUED)
The City Manager presented a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for
Improvement Project No. 1986 -21, Earle Brown Farm Streetsca e Improvement
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Project, Phase III, Streetscape Lighting, Contract 1986 -R. The City Manager
noted staff is recommending approval of the resolution awarding the contract to
Kilmer Electric Company due to the incorrect bid security being submitted from
the apparent low bidder. He added that a second resolution has been prepared in
the event the Council does wish to award the contract to the apparent low
bidder, McNerney Industries. The Director of Public Works stated the staff
recommendation is based on the original bid security discrepancy and stated
after much staff investigation he would recommend that the Council not waive the
irregularity and reject the low bid and award the contract to the second low
bidder. He stated that the lowest bidder did know in advance of the error in
the bid security and chose not to correct it.
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Councilmember Hawes inquired if the City has ever awarded a contract to McNerney
Industries. The Director of Public Works stated the City has not awarded a
contract to McNerney Industries in the past, and added that staff had checked
the references submitted with the bid. He stated McNerney Industries is
relatively new in this field and that some problems had been noted from the
references checked. He added these problems had been corrected and the other
cities would be happy to award a contract to him again.
Councilmember Theis noted if the bid security had been sufficient the staff
would be recommending award to McNerney Industries. The Director of Public
Works responded affirmatively. Councilmember Theis stated that the error on the
bid security does not appear to be significant enough to show that McNerney
Industries has an unfair advantage over the other bidders and he would recommend
award to McNerney Industries.
Councilmember Lhotka inquired if McNerney Industries had indicated why they did
not attempt to change the error in the bid security before the bid was
submitted. The Director of Public Works stated he has not received any comment
from McNerney Industries. Councilmember Lhotka stated that he agrees with the
staff recommendation and if a bidder chooses not to follow the bid specs
provided, he should not be awarded the contract. Councilmember Lhotka noted
that the dollar diference for the bid security was not that great and he could
not see why the correction was not made. The Director of Public Works stated
apparently McNerney Industries assumed that the irregularity would be waived by
the Council.
Mayor Nyquist stated if the bic'_der is sloppy in submitting his written bid he
may also have a poor quality of work. The Director of Public Works stated that
staff is also concerned about that. The City Manager stated if the Council were
to make it their policy to waive irregularities quite often, then it would be
possible that no bidder would submit a correct bid assuming that the Council
would waive the irregularity.
Councilmember Scott stated she feels the bid security condition is equal in
importance to everything else in the bid specs, and that if the bidder cannot
comply with the bid security he does not meet specs.
Councilmember Hawes stated he agrees with the basic remarks that have been
stated by the other Councilmembers, but noted the difference is quite large and
he cannot see denying the award to the low bidder and paying an additional
$9,000 to the second low bidder. He added if the Council awarded the contract
to McNerney Industries, McNerney Industries should raise the bid security to the
required 5 %.
Councilmember Lhotka inquired if the Council has ever denied a contract due to
insufficient bid security. The Director of Public Works stated the Council has
never rejected a bid due to insufficient bid security. He noted that Council
and staff has always required very strict compliance to the written
specifications.
There was a motion by Councilmember Theis to approve the resolution waiving the
irregularity -_.n bid security and award the contract to McNerney Industries.
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CITY 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
OF
B:iROOKLYN BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430
TELEPHONE 561 -5440
C ENTER EMERGENCY - POLICE - FIRE
911
TO: Sy Knapp, Director of Public Works
FROM: H.R. Spurrier, City Engineer
DATE: April 2, 1987
RE: Final Plat - Ed Trombley's Addition
Mr. Edward Trombley, developer of the above referenced plat, has applied to the
City Council to approve the final plat of Ed Trombley's Addition. The land is
located at the southeast corner of 61st and Colfax Avenue North.
Conditions adopted for the preliminary plat by the City Council, at its December
22, 1986 meeting, are as follows:
1. The final RLS is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer.
2. The final RLS is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 of the City
Ordinances.
3. The existing woodshed on the proposed Lot 1 shall be relocated outside
of the proposed drainage and utility easement along the easterly 5
feet of the property prior to release of the final plat for filing at
the County.
4. The applicant shall enter into a utility maintenance agreement prior
to release of the final RLS for filing.
5. No building permit shall be issued for a structure on the proposed Lot
2 until the proposed plat has received final approval and been filed
at the County.
6. The abstract is subject to review by the City Attorney prior to final
plat approval.
Of the conditions above No. 1 and 2 have been met. Accordingly, we recommend
approval of the final Plat subject to the following conditions:
1. Receipt of title opinion from the City Attorney confirming the
appropriate parties responsible for signing the Plat.
2. The existing woodshed on the proposed Lot 1 shall be relocated outside
of the proposed drainage and utility easement along the easterly 5
feet of the property prior to release of the final plat for filing at
the County.
3. The owner shall enter into an agreement for maintenance and inspection
of utility and storm drainage systems prior to release of the final
RLS for filing.
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April 30, 1987
Page 2
4. No building permit shall be issued for a structure on the proposed Lot
2 until the proposed plat has received final approval and been filed
at the County.
5. The owner shall pay all City Attorney fees incurred in review of the
final plat prior to release of the final plat for filing at the
County.
Respectfully submitted, Approved for submittal,
H.R. Spur ier Sy Knapp
City Engineer Director of Public Works
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Ronald A. Warren, Director of Planning and Inspection
FROM: Clay Larson, Building Inspector
DATE: April 29, 1987
SUBJECT: Performance Guarantee
The following performance uarantees are recommended for release i
g 1e se or reduction as
specified:
1. H. E. Homes, Inc.
7020 -7086 Brooklyn Boulevard
Planning Commission Application No. 84027
Amount of Guarantee - $60,000 Letter of Credit No. 247
Obligor - H. E. Homes, Inc.
Site work is complete. As -built survey has been submitted and approved by the
Engineering Department. All plantings and sod are installed and live. I
recommend total release of this letter of credit.
2. Brooklyn Center Baptist Church
5840 Humboldt Avenue North
Planning ommission Application lication No.
AA 86023
Amount of Guarantee - $25,000
Obligor - Brooklyn Center Baptist Church
Parking lot paving and curb are complete. Most of the plantings are existing.
Recommend reducion to $10,000.00 to cover remaining sodding and Humboldt Avenue-
North curb and asphalt patching.
Approved by .
Ronald A. Warren, Director of Planning and Inspection
Member introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION N0.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED UNDER CONTRACT 1985 -I
(CIVIC CENTER CARPET REPLACEMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO.
1985 -16)
WHEREAS, pursuant to written Contract 1985 -I signed with the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, Carpet Center, Inc. has satisfactorily completed the
following improvement in accordance with said contract:
CIVIC CENTER CARPET REPLACEMENT
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1985 -16
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that:
1. The work completed under said contract is accepted and approved
according to the following schedule:
As Approved Final Amount
Original Contract $ 34,870.00 $ 34,870.00
Change Order No. 1 3,810.00 3,810.00
Change Order No. 2 605.00 605.00
$ 39,285.00 $ 39,285.00
2. The value of work performed is equal to the original contract
amount.
3. It is hereby directed that final payment be made on said contract,
taking the Contractor's receipt in full. The total amount to be
paid for said improvement under said contract shall be
$39,285.00.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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Member introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS,
PROJECT NO. 1987 -05 CONTRACT 1987 -C
WHEREAS, pursuant to City Council approval of the design concept for
the Community Center improvements the City's Architect, Carlson Mjorud
Architecture, Ltd. (CMA) has prepared plans and specifications for Improvement
Project No. 1987 -05 and and has presented such plans and specifications to the
City Council for approval:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that:
1. The plans and specifications for the following improvement as
prepared by CMA are approved and ordered filed with the City Clerk:
COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. 1987 -05
2. The City Clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted at least
twice in the official newspaper and in the Construction Bulletin an
advertisement for bids upon the making of such improvement under
such approved plans and specifications. The advertisement shall be
published as required by law, shall specify the work to be done,
shall state
that said bids will be received by the City Clerk until
the
date and time specified, p ified, at which time they will be publicly
opened at City Hall by the City Clerk and the City Engineer.
Subsequently, the bids shall be tabulated and will then be
considered by the City Council at a meeting of the City Council.
The advertisement shall state that no bids will be considered
unless sealed and filed with the City Clerk and accompanied by a
cash deposit, cashier's check, bid bond, or certified check
payable to the City for 5 percent of the total amount of such bid.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the
following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
CITY 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
OF
:BROOKLYN
BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430
TELEPHONE 561 -5440
1 ENTER EMERGENCY - POLICE - FIRE
911
TO: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager
FROM: Sy Knapp, Director of Public Works
DATE: April 30, 1987
RE: Plans and Specifications for Community Center Improvements
Project No. 1987 -05, Contract 1987 -C
In accordance with the City Council's action on April 6, 1987 approving the
design concept for the Community Center improvements, our architect, Al Mjorud,
of Carlson Mjorud Architecture, Ltd. (CMA), has completed preparation for plans
and specifications for the improvements to the Community Center. Mr. Mjorud
will attend the City Council meeting on May 4, 1987 to present the plans and
specifications and to address any questions the Councilmembers may have
regarding the project.
The major item of construction in terms of dollar value is the new roofing and
insulation system on the Community Center building. You will recall that the
City Council approved the staff recommended alternate for insulation, using the
"sandwich" system which provides for a layer of ISO insulation, sandwiched
between 2 layers of foamglas insulation. The roofing system selected is the
modified bitumin roofing system. Attached hereto is a copy of CMA's April 24,
1987 letter to me which contains additional details regarding the selection of
modified bitumin roofing systems. Mr. Mjorud will be prepared to discuss this
memo in more detail, and any other item the City Council members may wish to
discuss at the May 4th meeting.
A resolution is attached for consideration by the City Council.
Respectfully submitted,
Sy happ
Director of Public Works
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Carlson Mjorud Architecture Ltd. 1000 Shelard Parkway
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55426
612/546 -3337
April 24, 1987
Mr. Sy Knapp
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55430
Re: Modified Bitumen Comparison Chart
Dear Mr. Knapp:
Here is a chart comparing some of the leading manufacturers of modified bitumen
roofing systems. Notice we have tried to make a comparison of the various
companies based on the properties of their product.
Also note we are not recommending GAF, Manville, nor Nord Bitumi for several
reasons. One reason for this is their experience and installations in the United
States. Another reason has to do with whether or not the membrane has a
Class A rating required by your building officials. Another factor is approval
on cellular glass.
Even though in our evaluation Siplast and Teltex do seem to meet our qualifica-
tions, they were not mentioned by Pittsburgh Corning Corporation as recom-
mended membranes over their product. We have written to Pittsburgh Corning
to ask for their evaluation of these two manufacturers as possible approved
equivalents to the ones they recommended.
Another concern of ours is the manufacturers recommended minimum slope. As
you know, we are presently planning our slope to drain at 1/8 inch per foot.
Note that two of the recommended manufacturers prefer 1/4 inch per foot. We
have contacted these manufacturers and they have stated verbally their guaran-
tee would not be jeopardized by going to a lower pitch.
Note that the warranty we will be seeking for the roof membrane will be ten
years. We will be asking Pittsburgh Corning to warrant their product for a
period of twenty years.
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Mr. Sy Knapp
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
April 24, 1987
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This is sent to you to demonstrate the process by which we evaluate various
products. We are still in the process of making an evaluation at this time. If,
however, you have any commentary, preferences or input you would like to
share with us, we would be happy to receive same.
Very truly yours,
CA LSON MJORUD ARCHITECTURE LTD.
Al Mjorud, AIA
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Enclosure
cc: Richard Madsen, Specifier
MODIFIED BITUMEN COMPARISON CHART 0
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RE: ROOFING PROJECT R L E P R
FOR: COMMUNITY CENTER I E A L I 0
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER N I S F R R A L R T R 0
S N S L E E P U E T E K
APRIL 20,.1987 T A T F E C C P L C S C L
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R LAN 0 L K E E N E A L U I E S N E S X E G E R E E
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COUNTRY MANUFACTURER/ (PER (LBS/ (PER (PER
OF ORIGIN BRAND (YRS) (YRS) (MILS) SQ.FT) FOOT) (LBS) FOOT) FOOT)
GAF
USA "RUBEROID MB 10 2 B/W 160 .97 P 150 14'F MUST NO - -- NO
MEMBRANE" PENDING NONE DRAIN 3
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MANVILLE
USA "DYNAKAP FR" 10 3 W/B 160 1.1 F/P 120 YES NONE -5'F 1/8" 3 YES - -- NO
I NORD BITUMI 10 N0
ITALY "NORDFLEX M" 5 +5 4 B/G 160 .9 P 162 CLASS C 10 -4'F 1/4" VERT. YES - -- NO
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ITALY "DERBIGUM HPS,SP" 10 9 B 160 1.0 F/P 200 YES NONE 6'F LEVEL VERT. YES YES YES
SIPLAST VARI-
FRANCE "PARADIENE 20/30" 10 9 OUS 260 1.75 F 75 YES NONE 30'C 0 }" YES - -- YES
WEST TAMKO 10, CONSULT
GERMANY "AWAPLAN" 5 9 W/B 160 .95 P 130 YES NONE 20'F 1/4" MFR YES YES YES
TELTEX 10,
ITALY "RHOFLEX" 15,20 10 B 160 .88 P 550 YES NONE -4'F FLAT VERT. YES - -- YES
INTEC
ITALY "BRAI GB -SP4" 12 8 B 150 .82 P 208 YES NONE 10'F 1/4" VERT. YES YES YES
CHART ABBREVIATIONS
B = BLACK
W = WHITE
G = GRAY
F = FIBERGLASS
P = POLYESTER
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Me-,
Member introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION N0.
RESOLUTION DECLARING A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE
REMOVAL OF DISEASED SHADE TREES ( ORDER NO. DST05/04�8
WHEREAS, a Notice to Abate Nuisance and Diseased Shade Tree Removal
Agreement has been issued to the owners of certain properties in the City of
Brooklyn Center giving the owners twenty (20) days to remove diseased shade
trees on the owners property; and
WHEREAS, the City can expedite the removal of diseased shade trees by
declaring diseased shade trees a public nuinance:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota that:
1. The diseased shade trees at the following addresses are hereby
declared to be a public nuisance.
PROPERTY OWNER PROPERTY ADDRESS TREE NUMBER
JAMES POPEHN 5801 EMERSON AVE NO 1
RAYMOND WAGNER 5901 ADMIRAL LN 2
ROBERT ARMAGOST 5207 BOULDER LN 3
CATHERINE SCHUTT 7301 NOBLE AVE NO 4
HENRY WOS 5510 LYNDALE AVE NO 5
WILLIAM FUST 5943 WASHBURN AVE NO 6
WILLIAM FUST 5943 WASHBURN AVE NO 7
ARTHUR OSTMAN, JR 5949 WASHBURN AVE NO 8
2. After twenty (20) days from the date of the notice, the property
owners will receive a second written notice that will give them
(5) business days in which to contest the determination of City
Council by requesting a hearing in writing. Said request shall be
filed with the City Clerk.
3. After five (5) days, if the property owner fails to request a
hearing, the tree(s) shall be removed by the City.
4. All removal costs, including legal, financing and administrative
charges, shall be specially assessed against the property.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
lOd
Member introduced the following
resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION DECLARING MAY 19, 1987 AS MARY JANE
GUSTAFSON DAY IN BROOKLYN CENTER
WHEREAS, Mary Jane Gustafson served as Editor of the
Brooklyn Center POST since February, 1960; and
WHEREAS, she retired on April 15, 1987; and
WHEREAS, over the course of her 27 years as editor of
the Brooklyn Center POST she attended and reported on over 450
Council /City meetings; and
WHEREAS, it is highly appropriate that her service to
the community be recognized and expressed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of
the City of Brooklyn Center that May 19, 1987 is hereby declared
Mary Jane Gustafson Day.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by member , and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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0 Member introduced the following
resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE
OF FOUR (4) POLICE PATROL SEDANS
WHEREAS, an appropriation was approved in the 1987
budget g for the purchase of Four (4) Police Patrol Sedans; and
WHEREAS, $50,000 was originally appropriated for the
purchase of the Four (4) Police Patrol Sedans; and
WHEREAS, three bids were received as follows:
Company Bid Total bid
Thane Hawkins Polar Chevrolet $11,315.00 each $45,260.00
Rosedale Chevrolet $11,863.35 each $47,453.40
Superior Ford $12,764.00 each $51,056.00
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of
the City of Brooklyn Center that the purchase of Four (4) Police
Patrol Sedans from Thane Hawkins Polar Chevrolet, in the amount
of $45,260.00 is hereby approved.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by member , and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member introduced the following
resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE
OF ONE (1) COMPACT CARGO VAN
WHEREAS, an appropriation was approved in the 1987
budget for the purchase of One (1) Cargo Van; and
WHEREAS, $10,500 was originally appropriated for the
purchase of the Compact Cargo Van; and
WHEREAS, four bids were received as follows:
Company Bid
Superior Ford $10,390.00
Thane Hawkins Polar Chevrolet $10,996.00
Brookdale Ford $11,097.00
Rosedale Chevrolet $11,519.22
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of
the City of Brooklyn Center that the purchase of One (1) Compact
Cargo Van from Superior Ford, in the amount of $10,390.00 is
hereby approved.
Date
Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by member , and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Member introduced the following
resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION DECLARING MAY 15, 1987 THROUGH MAY 21, 1987
AS DRUG AWARENESS WEEK
WHEREAS, the use of drugs is becoming an increasing
cancer in our society and communities; and
WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center City Council has declared
war on drugs; and
WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Peacemaker Center has volunteered
to coordinate the program; and
WHEREAS, in cooperation with Brookdale Center and the
school districts, the ro ram is being extended nded to the
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surrounding communities; g and ,
WHEREAS, a kickoff is being planned for the week of
May 15, 1987 through May 21, 1987.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of
the City of Brooklyn Center that:
1. The week of May 15, 1987 through May 21, 1987 is
hereby declared Drug Awareness Week in Brooklyn
Center.
2. The churches of Brooklyn Center are encouraged to
emphasize drug awareness and prevention of its
usage.
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3. The schools in the area are encouraged to emphasize
drug education.
4. All citizens resolve to strive for a drug free
society.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by member , and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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Member introduced the following
resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY MANAGER
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER TO EXECUTE AN EASEMENT
AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
WHEREAS, Brookwood Estates Limited Partnership, a
Minnesota limited partnership is the owner of certain land
located in the City of Brooklyn Center, County of Hennepin,
described as follows:
Lot 2, Block 1, Brookwood Residences (the "subject
property "); and
WHEREAS, that prior to the Hennepin County District
Court Order dated March 3, 1987, which terminated the Brookwood
Condominium, said above - described land was subject to a
Declaration of Brookwood Condominium, Condominium No. 515
(hereinafter referred to as "Declaration "); and
WHEREAS, said Declaration created certain easement
rights in the subject property in favor of the City of Brooklyn
Center; and
i WHEREAS, Brookwood Estates Limited Partnership, a
Minnesota limited partnership and the City of Brooklyn Center
have agreed to enter into an Easement Agreement preserving the
easements and other rights created in said Declaration, for the
benefit of the City of Brooklyn Center;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of
the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota as follows:
That the Mayor and the City Manager of the City of
Brooklyn Center are hereby authorized and directed to execute an
Easement Agreement with Brookwood Estates Limited Partnership, a
Minnesota limited partnership, its successors and assigns, which
Easement Agreement will substantially parallel the easement
rights created in the Declaration of Brookwood Condominium,
Condominium No. 515.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by member and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
EASEMENT AG REEMENT
FOR VALUABLE CONSIDERATION, this Easement Agreement is
entered into on this day of , 1987, by and between
the City of Brooklyn Center, a municipal corporation under the
laws of Minnesota, hereinafter referred to as the "City," and
Brookwood Estates Limited Partnership, a Minnesota limited
partnership, its successors and assigns, hereinafter referred to
as "Owner."
WITNESSETH THAT:
WHEREAS, the Owner is the registered owner of certain
property within the County of Hennepin, State of Minnesota,
,
described as follows:
Lot 2, Block 1, Brookwood Residences (the "Subject
Property "); and
WHEREAS, the Subject Property was subject to the Declaration
of Brookwood Condominium, Condominium No. 515, Registrar of
Titles, Document No. 1601329, Files of the Registrar of Titles,
hereinafter referred to as "Declaration;" and
WHEREAS, said Declaration created certain easement rights in
the Subject Property in favor of the City; and
WHEREAS, on March 3, 1987, an Order was entered by Hennepin
County District Court, File No. A- 21656, which Order confirmed
that Brookwood Condominium No. 515 was properly terminated by the
"Termination of Condominium," Document No. 1670029, Files of the
Registrar of Titles, Hennepin County, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, among other things, the termination of Brookwood
Condominium resulted in (1) freeing the Subject Property from the
provisions, restrictions and easements contained in said Declara-
tion; and (2) freeing the Subject Property from the provisions of
Minnesota Uniform Condominium Act, Minnesota Statutes 1980,
Chapter 515A, and Acts Amendatory thereof; and -
WHEREAS, the parties hereto desire to preserve the easements
and other rights created in said Declaration, for the benefit of
the City;
THEREFORE, it is agreed by and between the parties hereto:
1. The Owner hereby grants, conveys and creates, a non-
exclusive easement over and across the Subject Property, in
favor of the City, its successors and assigns, for the
purpose of ingress and egress for police, fire, rescue, and
other emergency calls; for animal control; for health and
protective inspection; and to perform or provide any other
public service deemed necessary by the City.
2. The Owner hereby grants, conveys and creates an easement in
favor of the City, its successors and assigns, for the
purpose of ingress and egress, construction and maintenance
over and across the Subject Property for the performance of
the following functions: street repair and maintenance;
street construction and reconstruction; snow removal;
sanitary sewer and storm sewer construction, reconstruction
and maintenance; water main construction, reconstruction and
maintenance; surface drainage and storm sewer construction,
reconstruction and maintenance; weed control; Dutch Elm
control; and installation of cable television and other
public services that may become necessary in the future.
Provided, however, that said easement rights created under
this paragraph 2 shall be exercised only in the event that
the City Council finds that the Owner is unable to adequate-
ly perform such functions and that the health, safety and
welfare of members of the public require that such functions
be performed by the City.
3. Whenever under the provisions of this Agreement inspection,
construction, reconstruction, repairs or maintenance are
necessary, the City may, upon request of the Owner, or after
reasonable notice to the Owner under the circumstances, on
its own volition, perform such work as is necessary, and the
Owner shall reimburse the City for the cost thereof. In the
event that the Owner shall default in any such payment, the
City may, at its option, assess the said costs against the
Subject Property, and certify said assessment to the County
Auditor and collect the same in a single payment as in the
case of special assessment for public improvements. The
City does not undertake to perform any of the work outlined
in this Agreement, but reserves to itself the option to so
perform.
4. The parties hereto further agree that the easement described
herein at paragraph 2 shall not cover or affect that part of
the Subject Property on which the building and structures
are located.
5. The Owner agrees to indemnify and held the City harmless
from and against all liability, loss, costs, including, but
not limited to, attorneys' fees (whether or not suit be
brought) for any claim for damages or other relief arising
out of the foregoing functions and purposes, unless arising
out of the negligence or wrongful act of the City or its
agents.
6. This Agreement, and the covenants, conditions, easements and
terms contained herein, shall run with the land and shall
bind and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and
their successors and assigns.
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IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused these
presents to be executed on the day and year first above written.
BROOKWOOD ESTATES LIMITED
PARTNERSHIP, a Minnesota
limited partnership
By: BRUTGER COMPANIES, INC.,
a Minnesota corporation, a
general partner of
Brookwood Estates Limited
Partnership, a Minnesota
limited partnership
By:
Its:
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, a
municipal corporation, under
the laws of Minnesota
By:
Dean Nyquist, Mayor
and
By:
Its:
Midwest Federal Savings and Loan Association of Minneapolis, a
federally chartered association, as Mortgagee under a mortgage
dated August 1, 1985, filed September 9, 1985 as Document No.
1670032, Files of the Registrar of Titles, Hennepin County;
Minnesota, hereby consents to this Easement Agreement.
MIDWEST FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN
ASSOCIATION OF MINNEAPOLIS, a
federally chartered association
By
Its
By
Its
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First Trust Company, Inc., a Minnesota corporation, as Trustee,
under a trust indenture dated August 1, 1985, and under the
mortgage dated August 1, 1985, filed September 9, 1985 as Docu-
ment No. 1670032, Files of the Registrar of Titles, Hennepin
County, Minnesota, hereby consents to this Easement Agreement.
FIRST TRUST CO., a Minnesota
corporation, as Trustee
By
Its
By
Its
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
) ss.
COUNTY OF )
The foregoing was acknowledged before me this day of
, 1987 by Brutger Companies, Inc., a Minnesota corpora -
tion, by , its a
general partner of Brookwood Estates Limited Partnership, a
Minnesota limited partnership on behalf of said limited part-
nership.
Signature of person taking the
acknowledgment.
NOTARIAL STAMP
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
) ss.
COUNTY OF )
The foregoing was acknowledged before me this day of
, 1987 by Dean Nyquist, the Mayor and by
the of the City of Brooklyn Center, a municipal
corporation under the laws of Minnesota, on behalf of said
corporation.
Signature of person taking the
acknowledgment.
NOTARIAL STAMP
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STATE OF MINNESOTA)
) ss.
COUNTY OF )
The foregoing was acknowledged before me this day of
, 1987 by and
the and of Midwest
Federal Savings and Loan Association, a federally charted associ-
ation (as mortgagee under a mortgage filed as Hennepin County
Registrar of Titles Document No. 1670032) on behalf of said
association.
Signature of person taking the
acknowledgment.
NOTARIAL STAMP
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
) ss .
COUNTY OF )
The foregoing was acknowledged before me this day of
, 1987 by and
the and of First Trust
Company, a corporation under the laws of Minnesota (as trustee
under a trust indenture dated August 1, 1985, and under the
mortgage dated August 1, 1985, filed September 9, 1985 as Docu-
ment No. 1670032, Files of the Registrar of Titles, Hennepin
County, Minnesota) on behalf of said corporation.
Signature of person taking the
NOTARIAL STAMP acknowledgment.
This instrument drafted by:
LEFEVERE, LEFLER, KENNEDY,
O'BRIEN & DRAWZ
2000 First Bank Place West
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
(612) 333 -0543
0007aa01.c58
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Member introduced the following
resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER A
FIRST SUPPLEMENT TO DECLARATION OF COVENANTS,
CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR
A PRIVATE ROAD
WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center ( "City ") on April
22, 1986 joined in the execution of an instrument entitled
"Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and
Maintenance Agreement for a Private Road," ( "Declaration ") with
Uhde /Nelson, Inc., a Minnesota corporation, ( "Uhde /Nelson ") with
respect to land located in the City of Brooklyn Center, County of
Hennepin, State of Minnesota, legally described as:
Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, 7100 CORPORATE PLAZA, SECOND
ADDITION ( "Subject Property "); and
WHEREAS, Uhde /Nelson has sold part of the Subject
Property by a Contract for Deed to Arden Hills Properties, a
Minnesota general partnership ( "Arden Hills Properties "); and
WHEREAS, Uhde /Nelson and Arden Hills Properties desire
to enter into a First Supplement to the Declaration for the
purpose of setting forth the specific obligations as between
those two parties with respect to the private road and the
Subject Property; and
WHEREAS, the City has an interest in the private road
and the Subject Property, as evidenced by the Declaration, and
therefore must join in the execution of the First Supplement to
the Declaration;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of
the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota as follows:
That the Mayor and City Manager of the City of Brooklyn
Center, Minnesota are hereby authorized and directed to execute
on behalf of said City a First Supplement to the Declaration of
Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Maintenance Agreement for
a Private Road with respect to Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, 7100
CORPORATE PLAZA, SECOND ADDITION.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by member , and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
FIRST SUPPLEMENT TO DECLARATION
OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS
AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR A PRIVATE ROAD
THIS DECLARATION AND AGREEMENT is made and entered into as
of March 18, 1987, by and between ARDEN HILLS PROPERTIES, a
Minnesota general partnership ( "Arden Hills "), UHDE /NELSON, INC.,
a Minnesota corporation ( "UHDE /NELSON ") and the CITY OF BROOKLYN
CENTER, a municipal corporation (the "City ");
RECITALS
A. Arden Hills is the contract vendee of certain real
property situated in the City of Brooklyn Center, Hennepin
County, Minnesota, legally described on Exhibit A attached hereto
( "Parcel I "), pursuant to that certain Contract for Deed dated
March 18, 1987, and recorded with the Hennepin County Recorder as
Document No. (the "Contract for Deed ").
B. Uhde /Nelson is the contract vendor of Parcel I pursuant
to the Contract for Deed and is the owner of certain real prop-
erty situated in the City of Brooklyn Center, Hennepin County,
Minnesota, legally described on Exhibit B attached hereto
( "Parcel II"). Parcel I and Parcel II are contiguous.
C. A Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions.
and Maintenance Agreement for a Private Road (the "Declaration ")
was entered into between Uhde /Nelson and the City and recorded
with the Hennepin County Recorder as Document No. 5122814, creat-
ing a road easement as described in the Declaration for ingress
and egress and for other purposes described in the Declaration.
Pursuant to the foregoing, the parties hereto state and
agree as follows:
1. Definitions The definitions contained in the
Declaration are used in this Agreement to the same extent as if
fully set forth herein.
2. Repair and Maintenance of Private Road In furtherance
of the agreements contained in the Declaration, and except as
otherwise set forth in Section 3 below, Arden Hills and
Uhde /Nelson agree that the Owner of Parcel I and Owner of Parcel
II shall share the costs of reconstruction, maintenance and
repair of the Private Road, including but not limited to the
costs of resurfacing and snow removal, in equal shares with one
half thereof payable by the Owner of Parcel I and one half
thereof payable by the Owner of Parcel II.
3. Indemnification The Owner of Parcel II hereby agrees
to indemnify and hold harmless the Owner and users of Parcel I of
and from all loss, costs, expense and damage to the Private Road,
the Road Easement, and any property belonging to the Owner or any
user of Parcel I related to or arising out of the use of the
Private Road and the Road Easement during construction of any
improvements on Parcel II, including by way of example and not by
way of limitation the costs of repair of damage to the surface of
the Private Road arising out of the passage of trucks or heavy
vehicles.
4. Commencement of Obligations The obligations of the
Owner of Parcel II for the payment of the costs set forth in
Sections 2 and 3 of this Agreement shall accrue upon the com-
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mencement of the use of Parcel II for any purpose, including site
preparation or construction of improvements. Payment of such
costs shall be made in the manner and within the times set forth
in the Declaration. Nothing in this paragraph or the other para-
graphs of this First Supplement shall be construed so as to
affect or impair the rights of the City of Brooklyn Center as set
forth in the "Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions
and Maintenance Agreement for a Private Road" under the provision
therein entitled "Rights of the City," paragraph 1. Right of
Repair and paragraph 2. Conveyance of Easements
5. Ratification Except as otherwise set forth herein,
the terms, covenants and conditions of the Declaration are hereby
ratified and affirmed.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement
to be executed as of the day and year first written above.
ARDEN HILLS PROPERTIES,
A MINNESOTA GENERAL PARTNERSHIP
By Arden Enterprises, Inc.,
A Minnesota corporation,
its general partner
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UHDE /NELSON ,-
BY
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
BY
Its
By
Its
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
) ss.
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN)
On this 18th day of March, 1987, before me, notary public,
within and for said county, personally appeared
to me person ly known, who, being by me duly sworn, dicT say that
he is the of Arden Arden Enterprises, Inc., the
corporation named in the foregoing instrument.
Notary Public
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
) ss.
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN)
On this 18th day of March, 1987, before me, notary public,
within and for said county, personally appeared
to me personally known, who being by me duly sworn, did say that
he is the o,,�;a/o,,, of Uhde /Nelson, Inc., the corpora-
tion named in the foregoing instrument.
Notary Public
C. M STIMSON
—4— = :NOTARY PUBLIC — MINNESOTA
HENNEPIN COUNTY
Commission Expires Feb. 2, 1993
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
) ss.
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN)
On this day of 1987, before me a
Notary Public within and for said County, personally appeared
and to me personally known who,
being by me duly sworn they did say that they are respectively
the Mayor and City Manager of the City of Brooklyn Center, and
that the seal affixed to the foregoing instrument is the corpo-
rate seal of said City, and that said instrument was signed and
sealed in behalf of the City of Brooklyn Center by the authority
of its City Council and said Mayor and City Manager acknowledged
said instrument to be the free act and deed of the City of
Brooklyn Center.
Notary Public
This Agreement was drafted by:
RIDER, BENNETT, EGAN & ARUNDEL
2500 First Bank Place West
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
(612) 340 -7906
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Exhibit A
Parcel I
Lot 1, Block 1, 7100 Corporation Plaza 2nd Addition,
Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Exhibit B
Parcel II
Lot 2, Block 1, 7100 Corporate Plaza 2nd Addition,
Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Member introduced the following
resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO
APPLY FOR A GRANT
WHEREAS, in 1986 a grant was awarded to the City of
Brooklyn Center by the Metropolitan Council Regional Arts Council
for the 1987 Entertainment in the Parks program; and
WHEREAS, it is desirous that the City apply for this
grant for the 1988 Entertainment in the Parks program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of
the City of Brooklyn Center that the Mayor and City Manager are
hereby authorized to make application for said grant.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by member , and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
10K�
Member introduced the following
resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF CONVEYANCE
WHEREAS, Ryan Properties, Inc. (Ryan) is the owner of
the tract and parcel of land lying within the corporate limits of
the City of Brooklyn Center and legally described as follows to
wit.
Outlot A, Brookdale Corporate Center, according to the
plat on file or of record in the office of the
Registrar of Titles in and for Hennepin County,
Minnesota,
hereinafter "the Property "; and
WHEREAS, Ryan has by quit claim deed dated April 24 1987
tendered the Property to the City; and
WHEREAS, the City believes that it would be reasonable and
appropriate, and in the public interest to accept tender of the
Property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the
City of Brooklyn Center as follows:
1. Conveyance of the Property to the City is hereby
accepted;
2. The City Manager is directed to take all actions
reasonably necessary to record the deed of conveyance in
the Office of the Registrar of Titles in and for
Hennepin County;
3. The City Assessor is directed to undertake an abatement
of the real property taxes due and payable in 1987 with
respect to the Property; and to obtain property tax
exempt status for the Property for 1987 and future
years.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by member , and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
M & C No. 87 -08
is April 29, 1987
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: Request for Establishment of a Temporary Administrative
Aid Position
The attached resolution authorizes the establishment of an
administrative aid position in the Engineering Department for the
remainder of 1987.
I am requesting this temporary position to allow the Engineering
Department to test out the value of such a position during their
reorganization and phasing in of the ULTIMAP technology. This
aid position is similar to positions we are currently using in
the Police Department and in the City Manager's Office. We would
like to test out this position in Engineering for the remainder
of the year so that we have an idea of how it might work. This
will not require any additional funding.
We hope to use this position as a test in the Engineering
Department and the results of our evaluation will be presented as
a part of my proposed 1988 budget.
Aaa ul submitted,
& D
Splinter
ager
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A TEMPORARY POSITION OF 16L
ADMINISTRATIVE AID IN THE ENGINEERING DIVISION
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WHEREAS, the changing responsibilities of the Engineering Division
require greater emphasis on administrative duties and it appears that the most
cost - effective way to optimize the performance of the Engineering Division may be
to appoint an Administrative Aid in lieu of the fourth Engineering Technician III
position which is currently authorized in the Employee Position and Classification
Plan and funded in the 1987 General Fund Budget, but which position is now
vacant; and
WHEREAS the City Manager has recommended that the position of
Administrative Aid be established on a temporary basis to allow evaluation of
the effectiveness of such reorganization; and
WHEREAS, the temporary Administrative Aid position can be funded
within the constraints of the 1987 Engineering Division Budget as currently
appropriated.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center that the 1987 Employee Position and Classification Plan,
Schedule A, be amended to authorize the temporary addition of an Administrative
Aid position to the Engineering Division authorized personnel complement, said
position authorization to become effective immediately and to expire on
December 31, 1987.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Gerald Splinter, City Manager
FROM: Mary Fandrey, Public Health Sanitarian
RE: Private Kennel License for James J. Zimmer
5729 Bryant Avenue North, Brooklyn Center,
Minnesota
DATE: April 15
1987
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Attempts to inspect the James Zimmer residence at
5729 Bryant Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, were
made on April 7,1987 and April 10, 1987.
The fenced backyard area appeared to be well maintained
and free of fecal material.
Two animals were in an enclosed dog -run area with dirt
floor, partially covered with straw. They had plenty of
fresh water and both animals appeared healthy and active. A
third animal is kept in the house while the owner is not at
home.
On April 14, 1987, I met with Mr. Zimmer and again the
yard was well maintained. Food for the animals is properly
stored inside a lidded trash can in the basement.
The police have received no complaints regarding the
kennel in the past year and all three animals are currently
licensed.
Based on the above information, I would recommend
conditional approval of the kennel license. I would
recommend Mr. Zimmer install a concrete pad for the enclosed
dog -run area to facilitate easier cleaning and maintenance
of sanitary conditions in accordance with Brooklyn Center
Code Chapter 1 Section 1 -107.
MEF:jt
/U
CITY 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
OF
B ROOKLYN BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430
TELEPHONE 561 -5440
C ENTER EMERGENCY- POLICE - FIRE
911
TO: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager
FROM: Sy Knapp, Director of Public Works
DATE: April 30, 1987
RE: Proposed Public Utility Rates for 1988 -1990
In accordance with previous discussions with the City Council a Public Hearing
will be held on Monday, May 4, 1987 regarding the proposed Public Utility Rate
Schedules for 1988 -1990. Attached hereto is a copy of the Public Hearing Notice
which was published in the Brooklyn Center Post on April 23rd and 30th. Also
attached is a copy of the revised Appendix G on which we have included the
Public Utilities Residential Rates for Robbinsdale and for Minneapolis. You
will remember that a resident appeared at one of the earlier discussions on this
subject and stated that the Utility Rates for those 2 cities were lower than the
proposed rates for Brooklyn Center. After checking with those cities it is
apparent that their rates are substantially higher than the proposed Brooklyn
Center rates.
Staff will be prepared to present a brief review of the Rate Study and to answer
questions posed by the City Council and /or the persons who appear at the Public
Hearing.
A resolution adopting the proposed schedule for 1988 -1990 is submitted for
consideration by the City Council.
Respectfully submitted,
Sy Knp" p
Director of Public Works
SK: jn
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ON PROPOSED SANITARY SEWER AND WATER RATES
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center,
Minnesota, will meet at the City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, on Monday,
May 4, 1987, at 7:30 P.M., local time, to hear and pass upon all objections, if
any, to the proposed increase to the Public Utility Rate Schedule.
The following Public Utility Rate Schedule is proposed with the first increase
effective for all billings issued after January 1, 1988. Rate increases
proposed for 1989 and 1990 will also be effective for all billings issued after
January 1 of each year.
The rates shown for 1991 and 1992 are estimated rates based on current
projections of use, cost and revenues. It is proposed that the City conduct a
rate study in 1990 at which time the adequacy of the recommended rates for 1991
and 1992 will be reviewed and adjusted as necessary. The 1991 and 1992 rates
will be established by resolution by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn
Center, Minnesota following review of that rate study.
SANITARY SEWER RATES, FEES AND CHARGES
1. RATES
QUARTERLY RESIDENTIAL RATES
SINGLE SENIOR
YEAR FAMILY APARTMENT CITIZEN
Present $21.25 $14.90 $10.50
1988 $23.20 $16.26 $11.81
1989 $25.15 $17.62 $13.12
1990 $27.10 $18.98 $14.43
*1991 (Estimated) $29.05 $20.34 $15.74
*1992 (Estimated) $31.00 $21.70 $17.05
NON- RESIDENTIAL RATES
PER 1,000 FIXTURE
YEAR GALLONS UNITS
Present $0.95 $1.30
1988 $1.01 $1.45
1989 $1.07 $1.57
1990 $1.13 $1.69
*1991 (Estimated) $1.19 $1.82
*1992 (Estimated) $1.24 $1.94
* Rates for 1991 and 1992 will be reviewed in 1990 and established by City
Council Resolution.
2. FEES FEE /CHARGE PRESENT FEE /CHARGE PROPOSED FEE CHARGE
SAC Charge Set by MWCC Set by MWCC
3. CHARGES
Delinquent Account
Quarterly $1.00 $3.00 or 10%
Certification to Taxes
Per Account $10.00 $25.00
Line Cleaning Charge Labor, Materials Labor, Materials
Equipment and Equipment and
Overhead Overhead
Sanitary Sewer Hookup Established Established
Annually by Annually by
Resolution Resolution
WATER RATES, FEES AND CHARGES
1. RATES
BASE RATE
AMOUNT PER
YEAR 1,000 GALLONS
Present $0.35
1988 $0.39
1989 $0.43
1990
0.47
*1991 (Estimated) $0.51
*1992 (Estimated) $0.55
* Rates for 1991 and 1992 will be reviewed in 1990 and established by City
Council Resolution.
QUARTERLY MINIMUM RATE
PRESENT (Estimated)
METER SIZE MINIMUM 1988 1989 1990 *1991 *1992
5/8" X 3/4" $4 $5 $5 $6 $6 $7
3/4" $6 $7 $8 $9 $10 $11
1" $8 $9 $10 $12 $13 $14
1 1/2" $10 $12 $13 $15 $16 $18
2" $20 $23 $26 $29 $32 $35
3" $40 $46 $52 $58 $64 $70
4" $68 $78 $88 $99 $109 $119
6" $156 $179 $203 $226 $250 $273
8" $294 $338 $382 $426 $470 $515
10" $392 $451 $510 $568 $627 $686
FEE CHARGE PRESENT FEE /CHARGE PROPOSED FEE /CHARGE
2. FEES
Water Meters
5/8" x 3/4" $40.00 $40.00
3/4" or Larger Cost Plus $2.00 Cost Plus $2.00
Fire Protection
Inspection $50.00 $50.00
Private Fire Hydrant
Maintenance Labor, Materials Labor, Materials
Equipment and Equipment and
Overhead Overhead
3. CHARGES
Delinquent Account
Quarterly $1.00 $3.00 or 10%
(Whichever is Greater)
Certification to Taxes
Per Account $10.00 $25.00
Restoration of Service
Monday to Friday
Except Holidays
Between the Hours of
7:30 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. $10.00 $25.00
Restoration of Service
Anytime Saturday,
Sunday and Holidays
and Between the
Hours of 3:00 P.M.
and 7:30 A.M. on
Monday Through Friday
Except Holidays $10.00 $75.00
Delinquent Meter Reading
Per Account $0.50 $1.00
Curb Stop /Stand Pipe
Repair No Charge $40.00
Hydrant Meters
5/8" x 3/4"
Deposit $50.00 $100.00
Daily Rental $0.50 $1.00
Minimum Rental $15.00 $20.00
2 1/2
Deposit $300.00 $600.00
Daily Rental $3.00 $6.00
Minimum Rental $15.00 $30.00
Sanitary Sewer Hookup Established Established
Annually by Annually by
Resolution Resolution
Auxiliary aids for handicapped persons are available upon request at least 96
hours in advance. Please contact the Personnel Coordinator at 561 -5440 to make
arrangements.
D.K. WEEKS, CITY CLERK
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
APRIL 6, 1987
(Published in The Brooklyn Center Post on April 23rd and 30th, 1987.)
PUBLIC UTILITIES RESIDENTIAL RATE COMPARISON TABLE
* 1985 RATES SURVEYED BY THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE
I WATER RATES I SEWER RATES ANNUAL
' I I UTILITY I
UNIT SERVICE I UNIT SERVICE I CHARGES
CITY I RATE UNIT CHARGE PERIOD RATE UNIT CHARGE PERIOD I
I � I(1 SAC UNIT)(
IBLAINE $0.32 1000 GAL ( !
I $18.25 QUARTER I $105.00 I
(BROOKLYN CENTER (PRESENT)( $0.35 1000 GAL I $21.25 QUARTER I $120.00 I
(APPLE VALLEY I $0.39 1000 GAL I $0.86 1000 GAL I $125.00 I
IST PAUL PARK I $0.55 1000 GAL I $0.75 1000 GAL $130.00 I
IMINNETONKA I $0.70 1000 GAL ( $0.95 1000 GAL $165.00 I
(COTTAGE GROVE I $0.70 1000 GAL I $24.00 QUARTER ( $166.00 I
(CRYSTAL I $0.68 100 C.F. I $21.00 QUARTER I $174.67 I
(GOLDEN VALLEY I $0.98 1000 GAL I $20.00 QUARTER I $178.00 I
(HASTINGS I $0.51 1000 GAL $3.80 QUARTER
I $1.09 1000 GAL $1.50 QUARTER I $181.20 I
IST CLOUD I $0.70 100 C.F. $6.00 QUARTER
IWOODBURY I $0.56 100 C.F. I $192.00 I
I $0.48 1000 GAL I $26.00 QUARTER I $192.00 I
(BROOKLYN PARK I $0.65 1000 GAL I $32.00 QUARTER ( $193.00 I
INEW HOPE I $0.80 1000 GAL
IDELANO I $1.14 1000 GAL I $194.00 I
I $0.75 1000 GAL I $1.25 1000 GAL I $200.00
IMINNETONKA BEACH I $0.90 1000 GAL I $1.10 1000 GAL I $200.00
(PLYMOUTH I $0.60 1000 GAL $1.50 MONTH
I $1.33 1000 GAL $1.80 MONTH I $200.93 I
I *ROBBINSDALE I $0.80 100 C.F. I $23.60 QUARTER I $201.07 I
IOAKDALE I $0.60 1000 GAL
I $1.45 1000 GAL I $205.00 (
IST LOUIS PARK I $0.43 100 C.F. $3.45 QUARTER I $0.84 100 C.F. $6.05 QUARTER I $207.33 I
IST ANTHONY I $0.45 100 C.F.
I $1.11 100 C.F. I $208.00
ILAKEVILLE I
I $0.70 1000 GAL I $1.47 1000 GAL I $217.00 I
(STILLWATER 1 $0.75 1000 GAL
I $36.00 QUARTER i $219.00 I
(COLUMBIA HEIGHTS I $0.85 100 C.F. I $0.85 100 C.F. I $226.67 I
IANOKA I $0.31 100 C.F. $3.25 MONTH
(EDEN PRAIRE I $0.83 100 C.F. $3.25 MONTH I $230.00 I
I $0.95 1000 GAL I $1.35 1000 GAL I $230.00 I
(MOUND I $0.80 1000 GAL
I $1.52 1000 GAL I $232.00
IHOPKINS I
I $0.85 1000 GAL I $1.50 1000 GAL I $235.00
(BLOOMINGTON 1 $0.96 1000 GAL $3.25 BI- MONTHLY I $1.02 1000 GAL $5.60 BI- MONTHLY I $251.10
I* *MINNEAPOLIS I $0.85 100 C.F. I $1.20 100 C.F. I $273.33 I
(LITTLE CANADA I $1.35 1000 GAL $8.00 QUARTER I $28.00 QUARTER ( $279.00 I
(LONG LAKE 1 $2.00 1000 GAL
IORONO I $1.25 1000 GAL I $325.00 I
$1.03 1000 GAL $13.25 QUARTER ( $42.90 QUARTER I $327.60 I
(SPRING PARK I $1.00 1000 GAL
I I i $2.35 1000 GAL I $335.00 I
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(AVERAGES I $0.80 1000 GAL
I I $3.41 QUARTER i $31.68 QUARTER $0.00 QUARTER ( $209.66 I
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IPRPOSED RATES I I I I
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(BROOKLYN CENTER (1988) 1 $0.39 1000 GAL I $23.20 QUARTER I $131.80 I
IBROOKLYN CENTER (1989) I $0.43 1000 GAL I $25.15 QUARTER I $143.60 I
IBROOKLYN CENTER (1990) I $0.47 1000 GAL I $27.10 QUARTER I $155.40 I
IBROOKLYN CENTER (1991) I $0.51 1000 GAL I $29.05 QUARTER I $167.20 I
IBROOKLYN CENTER (1992) I $0.55 1000 GAL i $31.00 QUARTER I $179.00 I
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* ROBBINSDALE WATER RATE IS NOW $0.95 PER 100 CUBIC FEET
** MINNEAPOLIS RATE DISPLAYED IS THE 1987 RATE
APPENDIX G
REVISED 4/28/87
Member introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PUBLIC UTILITY RATE SCHEDULES
FOR THE USE AND CONNECTION TO THE SANITARY SEWER AND
WATER SYSTEMS OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
WHEREAS, a municipal Public Utilities Department exists for the
purpose of providing and maintaining water and sanitary sewer facilities for
the citizens of the City of Brooklyn Center; and
WHEREAS, it is a requirement of the City Charter that the Public
Utilities Department be a self - sustaining entity through revenue provided by a
uniform schedule of rates, fees and charges; and
WHEREAS, City of Brooklyn Center Ordinances states, "The City Council
shall adopt by resolution schedules of water and sanitary sewer rates, fees,
and charges which schedules shall be known as the Public Utilities Rate
Schedule;" and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that the following Public Utility Rate Schedule be
adopted with the first increase effective for all billings issued after January
1, 1988 and successive increases effective for all billings issued after
January 1, 1989 and after January 1, 1990.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, whereas the rates shown herein for 1991
and 1992 are estimated rates based on current projections of utility use, cost
and revenues, the City Staff is directed to complete a rate study in 1990 at
which time the adequacy of the recommended rates for 1991 and 1992 as well as
for future ears will be reviewed and adjusted s
y sted a necessary nd shall t hen be
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established by resolution by the City Council.
SANITARY SEWER RATES FEES AND CHARGES
1. RATES
QUARTERLY RESIDENTIAL RATES
SINGLE SENIOR
YEAR FAMILY APARTMENT CITIZEN
Present $21.25 $14.90 $10.50
1988 $23.20 $16.26 $11.81
1989 $25.15 $17.62 $13.12
1990 $27.10 $18.98 $14.43
*1991 (Estimated) $29.05 $20.34 $15.74
*1992 (Estimated) $31.00 $21.70 $17.05
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RESOLUTION NO.
NON- RESIDENTIAL RATES
PER 1,000 FIXTURE
YEAR GALLONS UNITS
Present $0.95 $1.30
1988
1.01
$ $1.45
1989 $1.07 $1.57
1990 $1.13 $1.69
1991 (Estimated) $1.19 $1.82
*1992 (Estimated) $1.24 $1.94
Rates for 1991 and 1992 will be reviewed in 1990 and established by City
Council Resolution.
FEE /CHARGE PRESENT FEE CHARGE PROPOSED FEE /CHARGE
2. FEES
SAC Charge Set by MWCC Set by MWCC
3. CHARGES
Delinquent Account
Quarterly $1.00 $3.00 or 10%
Certification to Taxes
Per Account $10.00 $25.00
Line Cleaning Charge Labor, Materials Labor, Materials
Equipment and Equipment and
Overhead Overhead
Sanitary Sewer Hookup Established Established
Annually by Annually by
Resolution Resolution
RESOLUTION NO.
WATER RATES, FEES AND CHARGES
1. RATES
BASE RATE
AMOUNT PER
YEAR 1,000 GALLONS
Present $0.35
1988 $0.39
1989 $0.43
1990 $0,47
*1991 (Estimated) $0.51
*1992 (Estimated) $0.55
Rates for 1991 and 1992 will be reviewed in 1990 and established by City
Council Resolution.
QUARTERLY MINIMUM RATE
PRESENT (Estimated)
METER SIZE MINIMUM 1988 1989 1990 *1991 *1992
5/8" X 3/4" $4 5 5 6 6 7
3/4" $6 $7 $8 $9 $10 $11
1 " $8 $9 $10 $12 $13 $14
1 1/2" $10 $12 $13 $15 $16 $18
2 $20 $23 $26 $29 $32 $35
3" $40 $46
$52 $58 $64 $70
4" $68 $78 $88 $99 $109 $119
6" $156 $179 $203 $226 $250 $273
8" $294 $338 $382 $426 $470 $515
10" $392 $451 $510 $568 $627 $686
FEE CHARGE PRESENT FEE /CHARGE PROPOSED FEE /CHARGE
2. FEES
Water Meters
5/8" x 3/4" $40.00 $40.00
3/4" or Larger Cost Plus $2.00 Cost Plus $2.00
Fire Protection
Inspection $50.00 $50.00
Private Fire Hydrant
Maintenance Labor, Materials Labor, Materials
Equipment and Equipment and
Overhead Overhead
RESOLUTION NO.
3. CHARGES
Delinquent Account
Quarterly $1.00 $3.00 or 10%
(Whichever is Greater)
Certification to Taxes
Per Account $10.00 $25.00
Restoration of Service
Monday to Friday
Except Holidays
Between the Hours of
7:30 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. $10.00 $25.00
Restoration of Service
Anytime Saturday,
Sunday and Holidays
and Between the
Hours of 3 :00 P.M.
and 7:30 A.M. on
Monday Through Friday
Except Holidays $10.00 $75.00
Delinquent Meter Reading
Per Account $0.50 $1.00
Curb Stop /Stand Pipe
Repair No Charge $40.00
Hydrant Meters
5/8" x 3/4"
Deposit $50.00 $100.00
Daily Rental $0.50 $1.00
Minimum Rental $15.00 $20.00
2 1/2"
Deposit $300.00 $600.00
Daily Rental $3.00 $6.00
Minimum Rental $15.00 $30.00
Sanitary Sewer Hookup Established Established
Annually by Annually by
Resolution Resolution
RESOLUTION NO.
Date
Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Na-,,.
M & C No. 87 -09
April 30, 1987
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: Location of the Maintenance /Storage Building
Centerbrook Golf Course
To the Honorable Mayor and City Council:
For approximately the last 30 days I have been in communication
with Mr. and Mrs. Lundberg, who live on the corner of Vincent and
52nd Avenue North.
They have been and are objecting to the location of the
maintenance /storage building directly across the street from
their home. They claim that in the initial presentations the
golf course maintenance facilities were to be in water tower #3
on the golf course site. This is an accurate statement, but we
found, after we got into the details of the project, that the
base of a water tower is not an appropriate place for the
maintenance facilities because of potential water supply
contamination.
• The Lundbergs believe the appropriate site for the
maintenance /storage building is close to the water tower.
Attached are maps showing the currently proposed location ( #1),
and two alternate locations ( #2 & # 3) in the area of 52nd and
Vincent. The Lundbergs' objections to the building lie in two
basic areas. One, they are concerned about noise and two, they
are concerned about the view out their front window. The
Lundbergs have been insistent on the fact they do not favor any
of the proposed alternates shown on this map. They have
requested the building be placed next to the water tower.
Staff has reviewed alternate locations for the building. The
only two alternates we are prepared to recommend for
consideration are the two close to 52nd and Vincent (alternates
#2 and #3). We believe a location in the vicinity of the water
tower would be infeasible. We must keep some distance away from
the water tower to provide a "maintenance" area and if we do, the
building would be too close to #7 green or the #8 fairway.
The Lundbergs have not been satisfied with our attempts to adjust
the location in proximity to their home. Because we have not
been able to satisfy their concerns, they requested to appear
before the City Council to present their situation.
Staff recommends the #2 alternate as a more acceptable
alternative, though not meeting the desires of the Lundbergs.
M & C NO. 87 -09 -2- April 30, 1987
Staff believes the #2 location with evergreens planted along the
south and west sides of the building will effectively screen it
from view. The #2 alternate does represent a movement of the
building to the east, more out of the view of the LundbergsI
front yard. Alternate #3 is an acceptable location from an
operational standpoint, but because it is over poor soil, it
represents an additional cost of $2,500 to $3,000 and this
location may well require a variance from zoning ordinance
setbacks.
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911
TO: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager
FROM: Sy Knapp, Director of Public Works
DATE: April 29, 1987
RE: Palmer Lake Trail Improvements
Attached hereto is a map which shows pedestrian and bicycle trailways in the
East Palmer Lake area. You will that there is no connection between the
existing trailways on 69th Avenue and the trailway system in the vicinity of
East Palmer Lake Park. That connection was considered several years ago but was
deleted from consideration at that time because of objections from property
owners along Oliver Avenue North, with the understanding that construction of
the segment might again be considered at some future date.
Since that time the number of people using the trailway systems in the Palmer
Lake are has increased substantially, numerous requests have been received from
residents for construction of this segment of the trailway system, the Park and
Recreation Board has recommended that it be considered for construction in 1987,
and the City of Brooklyn Park has initiated and nearly complete4construction of
its trailway system at the north end of Palmer Lake Park.
Accordingly, we have attached, for consideration by the City Council, another
map showing proposed construction. On this map we have shown the improvement of
several segments of the trailway system as follows:
Segment 1 includes the reconstruction of the existing trail in the area
just north of the 69th Avenue trail crossing. At the crossing the
grade would be raised to improve the crossing approach. The access to
the City's snow storage site would also have to be rebuilt in order to
make the grades for that facility be compatible with the trail
crossing grade. In addition, Segment 1 includes the construction of a
new bikeway trail approximately parallel to the existing trail on the
north side of 69th Avenue (Segment 1A) so as to allow the pedestrian
traffic and bicycle traffic to be separated in this area.
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the existing woodchip trail which lies approximately halfway between
69th Avenue and Palmer Lake (Segment 1B).
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April 29, 1987
Page 2
Segment 2 proposes the construction of the "missing link" of the trailway
system between the 69th Avenue trailway and East Palmer Lake Park,
with a connection to Oliver Avenue North at the south edge of East
Palmer Lake Park.
Segment 3 shows the construction of a trailway system across East Palmer
Lake Park to connect to the existing trailway system north of East
Palmer Lake Park. Segment 3A would be a new trailway constructed near
and approximately parallel to the sidewalk which exists along the west
side of Oliver Avenue North. Alternatively, Segment 3B shows the
possible bituminous paving of the existing woodchip trail which
follows along the westerly side of East Palmer Lake Park.
Construction Procedures and Cost Estimates
Nearly all of the proposed construction would occur in the areas of questionable
subgrade material. Accordingly, it is proposed to utilize geotextile fabrics 12
feet wide to support the proposed trailways. The construction procedure would
be to place the geotextile fabric directly over the existing vegetation which
has been flattened and left in place, placing approximately 12 inches of
granular subgrade materials, 4 inches of a Class 5 granular aggregate, and a
bituminous surface which is 2 inches thick and 10 feet wide. In areas where the
subgrade is acceptable the geotextile fabric will be deleted from the
construction.
Following are cost estimates for each of the individual segments which we have
suggested for your consideration:
Segment 1 69th Avenue North entrance modifications
Construction Cost $ 7,170.00
Engineering, Overhead
& Contingencies (25 %) 1.790.00
$ 9,960.00
Segment IA Trail parallel with 69th Avenue North
Construction Cost $10,000.00
Engineering, Overhead
& Contingencies (25 %) 2,500.00
$12,500.00
April 29, 1987
Page 3
Segment 1B Bituminous surface of existing woodchip trail
Construction Cost $14,200.00
Engineering, Overhead
& Contingencies (25 %) 4,700.00
$18,900.00
Segment 2 Connection from south side of East Palmer Lake Park
to trail Segment lA or Segment 1B
Construction Cost $16,000.00
Engineering, Overhead
& Contingencies (25 %) 5,300.00
$21,300.00
Segment 3A Connection along Oliver Avenue North from south end
of park to existing bituminous trail at
71st Avenue North
Construction Cost $ 6,000.00
Engineering, Overhead
& Contingencies (25 %) 2,000.00
$ 8,000.00
Segment 3B Bituminous surface of existing woodchip g P trail
along westerly perimeter of ball fields
Construction Cost $11,250.00
Engineering, Overhead
& Contingencies (25 %) 3.750.00
$15,000,00
The staff recommended alignment consists of Segments 1, 1A, 2 and 3A. It is
recommended to leave Segments 1B and 3B as woodchip nature trails.
Estimated total costs are as follows:
Segment 1 $ 9,960.00
Segment lA 12,500.00
Segment 2 21,300.00
Segment 3A 8,000.00
$51,760.00
April 29, 1987
Page 4
Alternate alignment
Segment 1 $ 9,960.00
Segment lA 12,500.00
Segment 2 21,300.00
Segment 3B 15.000.00
$58,760.00
Alternate alignment
Segment 1 $ 9,960.00
Segment 1B 18,900.00
Segment 2 21,300.00
Segment 3A 8.000.00
$58,160.00
Additional Considerations
If the City Council wishes to consider proceeding with the proposed
improvements, it is recommended that a hearing on the matter be scheduled for
May 18th, and that staff be instructed to send individual notices to each of the
residents who live adjacent to Segment No. 2 notifying them of the hearing.
The accounting for this project should be completed in the Capital Projects
Fund D' «
Division 53 Palmer
Lake Basin". This div's'
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$22,815.00. (This balance includes $5,908.63 of unexpended LCMR funds which are
available for construction of improvements in Palmer Lake Park if those
improvements are completed during 1987.) In addition, the City's LAWCON Grant
for Palmer Lake Park has an unencumbered balance of $5,399.04 which also is
available for improvements in Palmer Lake Park if those improvements are
completed during 1987. If the project is approved for construction, the
additional funding, as needed, should be appropriated from the City's Capital
Project Fund Balance.
Because of the proposed trailway system improvements lie within the Palmer Lake
Flood Plain area, a permit for construction of those segments must be obtained
from the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission. If directed to do so by
the City Council, City staff will prepare and submit that application to the
Watershed Commission.
Res fully submitted,
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moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -12,
PALMER LAKE TRAIL EAST AND CALLING FOR A HEARING THEREON
WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn
Center that consideration should be given to the completion of the pedestrian/
bicycle trailway system in the East Palmer Lake Park area:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota that:
1. The proposed project will be designated as Project No. 1987 -12,
Palmer Lake Trail East
2. A Public Hearing regarding this project will be conducted by the
City Council on May 18, 1987. City staff is hereby directed to
send individual notices to residents who are adjacent to the
proposed trailway segments.
3. The accounting for this project will be done in the Capital
Projects Fund, Division 53.
4. The City staff is hereby authorized and directed to prepare and
submit an application for approval of this proposed project to the
Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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CITY 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
OF
B ROOKLYN BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430
TELEPHONE 561 -5440
C ENTER EMERGENCY- POLICE - FIRE
911
TO: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager
FROM: Sy Knapp, Director of Public Works
DATE: April 30, 1987
RE: Satellite and Dumpster Screens for Installation in City Parks
In accordance with staff discussions, requests from the Park and Recreation
Board, and requests discussed at the City Council meetings, we submit this
recommendation for the installation of 15 satellite enclosures, 2 new dumpster
enclosures, and the relocation of 1 existing dumpster enclosure.
It is proposed to construct these structures essentially the same as those which
were constructed in 1984 with the following modifications:
All satellite enclosures would be constructed 1 foot higher than those
constructed in 1984. The purpose for this modification is to
accommodate the placement of handicap satellites at all locations where
the need arises. With the 1984 design the handicap satellites extend
above the screens. With the proposed modifications the entire
satellite would be screened.
The design of the dumpster enclosures would be nearly identical to
those installed in 1984. However, it is proposed to modify that design
by increasing the sidewall height by 6 inches, again for the purpose of
fully screening the dumpster. Also, the 2 new dumpster enclosures (1
at Central Park, the other near the clubhouse at the Centerbrook Golf
Course) would be designed to allow the use of larger dumpsters because
of the amount of garbage generated at these locations.
The smaller existing dumpster enclosure, which is now in place at
Central Park, is proposed to be relocated to the vicinity of the
proposed maintenance garage at the golf course.
Following is a listing of the sites at which the enclosures are proposed to be
constructed and an estimate of the cost for these these improvements. A map
showing the locations of the proposed enclosures is also attached:
„ 74 .So•Kerlcucg mate (�
April 30, 1987
Page 2
1. Riverdale Park Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
2. Evergreen Park (Soccer Field) Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
3. East Palmer Lake Park Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
4. Willow Lane Park Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
5. Freeway Park Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
6. Orchard Lane Park Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
7. Central Park - South Lot Dumpster Enclosure 7,500.00
8. Firehouse Park Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
9. Grandview Park (North Field) Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
10. Northport Park (North Lot) Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
(South Bldgs) Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
11. Happy Hollow Park Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
12. Twin Lake Beach Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
13. Brooklane Park Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
14. Garden City Park Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
15. Centerbrook Golf Course -
Salvage and reinstall Central
Park south lot dumpster
enclosure to golf course
garage 3,000.00
Dumpster Enclosure 7,500.00
Satellite Enclosure 3,500.00
ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COST TOTALS
Satellite Enclosures $52,500.00
Dumpster Enclosures 18,000.00
Subtotal $70,500.00
Engineering, Overhead
& Contingencies (25 %) $17,625.00
Estimated Total Cost $88,125.00
It is recommended that the costs for the proposed screens at the Centerbrook
Golf Course (estimated total cost = $17,500) be charged to the golf course
project. The unencumbered balance remaining from the original $1,700,000 for
this project is more than adequate to pay for these improvements.
It is recommended that all costs for installation of these screens in the other
parks within the City be funded from the Capital Projects Fund, Division 82.
A resolution is submitted for consideration by the City Council.
Respectfully submitted,
Sy Knapp
Director of Public Works
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Member introduced the following resolution and moved
. its adoption:
RESOLUTION N0.
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -13,
SATELLITE AND DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE SCREENS WITHIN THE MUNICIPAL
PARK SYSTEM, AND APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the City Council that satellite screens
and dumpster screens need to be constructed within the municipal park system in
accordance with a report submitted to the Council by the Director of Public
Works; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works has estimated the cost of said
improvement to be $88,125:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that:
1. The following project is hereby established:
SATELLITE / DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -13
2. All costs for installing such enclosures at the Centerbrook Golf
Course (estimated total cost = $17,500) shall be charged to the
Capital Projects Fund, Division 48.
3. All costs for installing such enclosures within the municipal park
system shall be funded in the Capital Projects Fund, Division 82.
The amount appropriated for this portion of the project is
estimated at $70,625.
4. The plans and specifications for said improvement project prepared
by the City Engineer are hereby approved and ordered filed with the
City Clerk.
5. The City Clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted at least
twice in the official newspaper and in the Construction Bulletin an
advertisement for bids upon the making of such improvement under
such approved plans and specifications. The advertisement shall be
published as required by law, shall specify the work to be done,
shall state that said bids will be received by the City Clerk until
the date and time specified, at which time they will be publicly
opened at City Hall by the City Clerk and the City Engineer.
Subsequently, the bids shall be tabulated and will then be
considered by the City Council at a meeting of the City Council.
The advertisement shall state that no bids will be considered
unless sealed and filed with the City Clerk and accompanied by a
cash deposit, cashier's check, bid bond, or certified check
payable to the City for 5 percent of the total amount of such bid.
RESOLUTION NO.
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Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
CITY 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
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:BFROOKLYN BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430
TELEPHONE 561 -5440
CENTER EMERGENCY - POLICE - FIRE
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TO: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager
FROM: Sy Knapp, Director of Public Works
DATE: April 30, 1987
RE: Additional Trail Lighting Along Northerly Part of Trailway
in Central Park
During the original construction of Central Park the City had planned to install
lights along all trailways within Central Park. Because of objections from the
residents living along Brooklyn Drive north of 63rd Avenue, no lights were
installed along the north -south trailway which parallels Brooklyn Drive along
the westerly border of Central Park.
Within the past 2 years a number of requests have been submitted to your office
and to our office from residents requesting that lights now be installed.
Recently, the Recreation Director contacted all property owners in this area and
requested their opinion as to whether lights should now be installed. It is my
understanding that most of the residents responded positively and that none of
the residents voiced any objections to the installation of such lights.
Accordingly, it is now proposed that 5 lights be installed in this area (see
attached sketch). It is estimated that the total cost for this installation
will be $8,700.
It is proposed that funding for this improvement be appropriated from the
Capital Projects Fund and that the accounting be done within the Central Park/
Garden City Trail Division 49 of the Capital Projects Fund.
A resolution is attached for consideration by the City Council.
Resp ctfully submitted,
Sy napp
Director of Public Works
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moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION N0.
RESOLUTION APPROVING INSTALLATION OF ADDITIONAL TRAIL
LIGHTING ALONG NORTHERLY PART OF TRAILWAY IN CENTRAL PARK
WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the City Council that additional lights
need to be installed along the northerly part of the trailway system in Central
Park, west of Shingle Creek; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works has estimated the cost of such
improvement at $8,700; and
WHEREAS, the following proposals have been received for the making of
said improvement:
Bidder Amount
Killmer Electric Company, Inc. $ 8,440
Collins Electric Company $ 8,800
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota that:
1. The following improvement is hereby established:
CENTRAL PARK LIGHTING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -14
2. The sum of $8,700 is hereby appropriated from the Capital Project
Fund to provide funding for said project.
3. Accounting for said improvement will be done in the Central Park/
Garden City Trail Division 49 of the Capital Projects Fund.
4. The proposal submitted by Killmer Electric Company, Inc. in the
total amount of $8,440 is hereby determined to be the lowest
proposal received. The City Manager is hereby uthorized a nd
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directed to enter into contract agreement with Killmer Electric
Company for the installation of said improvements in that amount.
Date
Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member and upon vote being P taken g thereon the following
voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
CITY OR BROOKLYN CENTER Ne
PARKS AND RECREATION
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55430
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MEMO
TO - Jerry Splinter
FROM - Arnie Mavis
DATE April 15, 1987
SUBJECT: Central Park baseball field scoreboard
The cost of installing a scoreboard for the baseball
field in Central Park would be:
I Beams $ 275.00
Plexiglas for scoreboard 250.00
Boom truck rental 150.00
Concrete tube forms 150.00
Concrete -3 yards 200.00
Steel for hinges 75.00
Collins Electric est. for.power 4
Scoreboard - NEVCO 1,150.00
Misc. 350.00
TOTAL $8,000.00
Plus our labor and equipment
Member introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION APPROVING INSTALLATION OF A SCOREBOARD FOR CENTRAL
PARK BASEBALL FIELD
WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the City Council that it is necessary and
property to install a scoreboard for the baseball field located in Central Park;
and
WHEREAS, the Director of Recreation has estimated the cost of such
improvement at $8,000:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota that:
1. The following improvement is hereby established:
CENTRAL PARK BASEBALL FIELD SCOREBOARD
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1987 -15
2. Accounting for said improvement will be done in the Central Park
III Division 56 of the Capital Projects Fund.
3. The City Manager is hereby uthorized and directed to proceed with
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the execution of the contracts for the making of said improvement.
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager n
FROM: Geralyn R. Barone, Personnel Coordinator
DATE: April 30, 1987
SUBJECT: Park and Recreation Commission Report on Year 2000 Item
#15
The Park and Recreation Commission has been involved in the
process of discussing Year 2000 Item #15, which directs them to
review the remaining park development projects and recommend an
implementation program. At its April 21, 1987 meeting, the
Commission made a recommendation to the City Council, which will
appear as a discussion item on the agenda of the May 4, 1987 City
Council meeting.
The areas targeted in the Year 2000 Report include Kylawn
Preserve, North Twin Lake Park, Riverridge Park, and the golf
course. The future of Riverridge Park has already been included
in discussions of the North Mississippi Regional Park, and will
not be addressed here. The golf course is well underway in its
development, and therefore, will not be covered either.
Attached is a list of proposed uses for the areas around North
Twin Lake, including the peninsula, island, beach and northern
end, as well as for Kylawn Preserve. The Park and Recreation
Commission is recommending that the City Council include, as a
1988 budget item, funding for retaining a professional consultant
to conduct a feasibility study of these options listed for the
undeveloped parkland areas noted above.
Also attached are minutes from recent Park and Recreation
Commission meetings on the discussion of their Year 2000
assignment.
encs.
April 1987
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
PARKLAND OPTIONS
TWIN LAKE NORTH
Peninsula
Wood chip path to the end with a scenic overlook
Leave wild
Island
Leave wild
Designate as a wildlife area (no people allowed)
Beach
Fishing pier
Orient toward a neighborhood park
Leave as is
Develop pedestrian facility connecting two beaches on each side
of T.H. 100
North end
Canoe rack
Fishing pier
Boat launch
Canoe launch
KYLAWN PRESERVE
Wildlife area
Develop similar to Palmer Lake
- wood chip trails
- bike path connection to Crystal
- pond dredging
- observation areas
Councilmember Hawes stated that he did not receive his agenda
packet for the meeting this evening, and the Recording Secretary
said she would determine what the problem was.
TRAILWAY SYSTEM - REVIEW OF UNDEVELOPED PORTION
The Recording Secretary said that the Park and Recreation
Commission could recommend blacktopping the remaining portion of
the trailway on the east side of Palmer Lake. Councilmember
Hawes asked that this item be discussed more completely at the
next Commission meeting, discussing both pros and cons of the
proposal. This item was deferred to the next meeting.
FUTURE DISCUSSION ITEMS
Chairman Sorenson said he would like to discuss parking problems
related to the boat launches on Twin Lake North. Councilmember
Hawes said the neighbors are angry about the lack of parking near
the Twin Lake beach area, and this should also be discussed.
Chairman Sorenson said there should be some happy medium between
no parking and allowing parking everywhere.
Chairman Sorenson also requested that a review of the general
ordinances related to the parks directly be done and discussed at
the December or January Commission meeting. Councilmember Hawes
asked why the pages of revisions to the ordinance book are not
dated, and the Recording Secretary said she would look into this.
Chairman Sorenson said he would also like to discuss parks
maintenance, and expressed concern because the park maintenance
manual is not being used. -
NORTH MISSISSIPPI REGIONAL PARK
The Recording Secretary said that it was preferred that Chairman
Sorenson represent the current Park and Recreation Commission on
the ad hoc committee for the North Mississippi Regional Park
because he is chairman of the present commission and has some
background of the park plan development. Councilmember Hawes
noted that the entire project is still in limbo, and the
Commission discussed this proposed park area.
VANDALISM IN PARKS
Chairman Sorenson and the Commission discussed the vandalism
problems in the parks. Chairman Sorenson suggested the
possibility of adding park police or extra patrols in an effort
to stop the vandalism. Commissioner Manson asked if it is known
when the vandalism is occurring, and Councilmember Hawes stated
that probably after dark, until midnight. Commissioner Manson
stated that it is probably worse on the weekends. Chairman
Sorenson said an effort ought to be coordinated with the
residents to get them to pay more attention and get involved in
solving this problem. The Recording Secretary suggested that a
representative from the Crime Prevention Fund work with the Park
and Recreation Commission in coordinating efforts targeting on
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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND
i
THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
NOVEMBER 18, 1986
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Sorenson called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Chairman Sorenson, Commissioners Peterson, Krefting, and Propst.
Also present were Councilmember Bill Hawes, Director of Recreation
Arnie Mavis and Recording Secretary Geralyn Barone. Commissioners
Manson and Skeels were absent from this evening's meeting.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBER
Chairman Sorenson introduced Don Krefting to the Commission, and
each member present at the meeting introduced themselves to
Commissioner Krefting.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - OCTOBER 21 1986 --
There was a motion by Commissioner Peterson and seconded by
Chairman Sorenson to approve the minutes of the October 21, 1986
Park and Recreation Commission meeting. The motion passed.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - SEPTEMBER 16 1986
There was a motion by Commissioner Propst and seconded by Chairman
Sorenson to approve the minutes of the September 16, 1986 Park and
Recreation Commission meeting. The motion passed.
YEAR 2000 ASSIGNMENTS
The Recording Secretary reviewed the assignment of the Park and
Recreation Commission related to completion of the park development
plan. The Commission reviewed and discussed the land involved in
this assignment. Commissioner Peterson said at the north end of
Twin Lake, the only recommendation he has is to add a parking lot
and a public boat launch access. Commissioner Propst asked about
adding a beach area at this location, and the Director of
Recreation said there is not enough parking space for that purpose.
Commissioner Propst suggested installation of a canoe storage rack
and /or sailboat storage area, and the Commission agreed that the
feasibility of this option should be investigated further. There
was some concern expressed over the airplane that is parked on the
lake which could disrupt canoes or sailboats.
The Commission discussed the possibility of extending the deadline
for reporting to the City Council so that the Commission may once
again look at the land in question.
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determine if the area should become park land. Commissioner
Peterson asked if the City owns this property, and the City
Manager said some of it is owned by the City. The City Manager
reviewed the plan for the Regional Park and said more information
would be available at the next Commission meeting.
GOLF COURSE UPDATE
The City Manager said the buildings are going up well and the
Little League property will be completed first. The Director of
Recreation said the City is in the process of hiring a Manager,
and of approximately 70 applicants, the City has selected five
for interviews. Commissioner Propst asked if everything will be
completed this year, and the Director of Public Works responded
affirmatively, noting that the course will be open to the public
in 1988. Councilmember Hawes asked if the storm sewer is
completed, and the Director of Public Works responded
affirmatively. There was general discussion related to the
construction of the golf course. The City Manager pointed out
that the City would like to hire the Golf Course Manager soon so
that the Manager is working during the construction of the
course. Councilmember Hawes asked where the equipment for the
maintenance of the course will be stored, and the City Manager
responded that a new three -stall garage will be used, in
additioin to space at the City Garage. Councilmember Hawes asked
if there will be any electric carts, and the Director of
Recreation said there will be two.
GENERAL D ISCUSSION
The Director of Recreation said he checked with the City of
Minneapolis regarding fishing piers for Twin Lake North, and was
unable to get prices from them since their piers were built so
long ago. However, he added that the City of Minneapolis seems
to be happy with the piers. In addition, the canoe rack spaces
are rented.
The Recording Secretary noted that the Department of Natural
Resources prohibits the landing of sea planes on lakes in the
area only during the migration seasons. More information should
be available at the next meeting. The City Manager suggested the
Park and Recreation Commission review the use of the ski jump on
North Twin Lake used by the Minnesota Water Ski Association.
There was some discussion over the use of boat launches on the
lake and who has jurisdiction over it.
NEXT MEETING
The next meeting of the Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation
Commission is scheduled for February 17, 1987. Commissioner
Propst requested changing the meeting to a different Tuesday
evening during the month, and this will be discussed at the next
meeting.
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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND
THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
FEBRUARY 17, 1987
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Sorenson called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Chairman Sorenson, Commissioners Peterson and Krefting. Also
present were Councilmember Bill Hawes, Director of Recreation
Arnie Mavis and Recording Secretary Geralyn Barone.
Commissioners Skeels and Manson were excused from this evening's
meeting. Commissioner Propst was absent from the meeting.
NEXT COMMISSION MEETING
The Commission agreed to set the next monthly meeting on
March 10, 1987 at 7:30 p.m. Because this is a change in the
regular meeting date, the Recording Secretary will send out a
special notice regarding the change.
YEAR 2000 ASSIGNMENTS
It was noted that it would be worthless to install a fishing pier
on Twin Lake North unless the parking problems in the area are
I The Director of Recreation said it may be necessary to
put in a larger parking lot. Councilmember Hawes predicted that
the neighbors living in the area would want to keep the beach.
Chairman Sorenson requested a detailed map showing things such as
drainage ditches and available land for the area around North
Twin Lake and Kylawn Preserve. Councilmember Hawes wanted to
know how far out the fishing pier would be extended and if there
are any limitations on size.
NORTH MISSISSIPPI REGIONAL PARK
Chairman Sorenson noted that a public hearing is scheduled for
February 19, 1987. At the last meeting, Hennepin County and
Minneapolis park district representatives were in attendance.
Chairman Sorenson said the question remains of whether or not it
will be worth it to purchase the property. There also is concern
over the availability of enough money to complete the project.
There was some discussion of properties located in this area.
GOLF COURSE UPDATE
The Director of Recreation said the City has interviewed
candidates for Golf Course Manager and should have someone
selected by next week. He said the number one priority of the
golf course at this time is completion of the Little League
fields by May 1. Councilmember Hawes asked if the sprinkling
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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
' FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
MARCH 10, 1987
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Sorenson called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Chairman Sorenson, Commissioners Skeels, Krefting, Peterson, and
Manson. Also present were Councilmember Bill Hawes, Director of
Recreation Arnie Mavis, and Recording Secretary Geralyn Barone.
Commissioner Propst was absent from this evening's meeting.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 20 1987
There was a motion by Commission Skeels and seconded by
Commissioner Krefting to approve the minutes of the January 20,
1987 Park and Recreation Commission minutes. The motion passed.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - FEBRUARY 17 1987
Chairman Sorenson requested that the minutes of the February 17,
1987 Park and Recreation Commission meeting be amended in the
paragraph regarding Year 2000 assignments as follows: "It was
( noted that it would be worthless to install a fishing pier on
Twin Lake North at Twin Beach unless the parking problems in the
area are handled ". There was a motion by Commissioner Peterson
and seconded by Commissioner Krefting to approve the minutes of
the February 17, 1987 Park and Recreation Commission meeting as
amended. The motion passed.
YEAR 2000 ASSIGNMENTS
The Recording Secretary reported that she had contacted the
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as requested by the
Commission regarding the requirements for landing a sea plane on
area lakes. She reported that FAA Form 7480 -1, Notice of
Proposed Landing Area, must be submitted to the FAA. The FAA
conducts a study and rules that the sea plane may not or may land
with or without certain stipulations. A copy of the form 'is
filed with the State of Minnesota by the FAA. The Commission
requested no further invest' -
i ation on
g this item until there is
some reason to do so at a future date.
The Commission reviewed aerial photos of the Twin Lake North area
and discussed options, including adding a canoe launch and /or a
fishing pier. There was a motion by Commissioner Peterson and
seconded by Commissioner Manson to direct staff to investigate
Options at the very north end of Twin Lake North including
installation of a canoe launch, fishing pier, boat launch, and /or
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a canoe rack. Staff should determine initial costs and costs for
upkeep and maintenance, and define the pros and cons of each idea
and combinations of those options. Other items to investigate
are to determine the depth of the lake at the north end, and what
type and the numbers of fish are in the lake. Also, staff is
directed to determine the liability of the City for a fishing
pier and the other options. Staff is also directed to report
back to the Park and Recreation Commission on these items. The
motion passed.
The Commission reviewed aerial photos of the Kylawn preserve
area, and continued this item for further 'discussion in the fall
after the Twin Lake North options have been reviewed. The
Commission will schedule a parks tour for the May 1987 meeting,
and Kylawn preserve area will be toured at that time.
The Director of Recreation asked if there is any interest in
changing the beach area on Twin Lake North, and Chairman Sorenson
said his preference is to leave it as is. Commissioners Peterson
and Krefting said they had no preference in the matter. Chairman
Sorenson noted that the Park and Recreation Commission has never
said the area should not be a beach. Councilmember Hawes said if
he lived in this area he would be very upset if the beach was
removed. Chairman Sorenson said he does not agree that the
streets are posted "No Parking" in the area, particularly because
it creates problems for people trying to launch boats (there is
nowhere for these people to park). Commissioner Skeels said he
agreed with the Chairman on this issue, seeing no reason to deny t,
the use of the area as a beach.
The Director of Recreation disagreed with the Commission, noting
the problems created as a result of the beach, such as the mess
left after the use of the beach. Commissioner Manson pointed out
that people will still use the area regardless of what is done
with it. Councilmember Hawes said it would be difficult to
dispose of all
the sand. He added that if the beach could be
converted to something that would eliminate the problems
completely, he would go along with it; however, he does not think
there is such a solution. Commissioner Krefting asked who uses
the beach, and the Director of Recreation said people come from
all over this area. Chairman Sorenson pointed out that the east
side of the lake is ideal for a beach because of the direction of
the sun. Before any action is taken, he requested to see more
proposals for this area besides just closing the beach. The
Commission requested that staff re a e
r an suggestions with
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regard to the use of Kylawn y preserve and the beach on Twin Lake
North, and report back to the Commission.
TY OF BROOKLYN CENTER SUMMARY STATEMENT OF TRENDS ISSUES AND
GOALS
The Recording Secretary distributed a report entitled "City of
Brooklyn Center Summary Statement of Trends, Issues and Goals ".
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duties of the chairperson as outlined in the enabling resolution.
There was discussion on the effect of this statement, which has
good and bad points. One good point is that it maintains control
over the abuse of a commissioner's role. Commissioner Peterson
said he feels this statement is too restrictive, and
Councilmember Hawes suggested leaving a general statement in the
bylaws, but loosening the current wording up a bit. Chairman
Sorenson suggested an exclusion for the chairperson, and the
Commission agreed with this statement.
Under Article VIII, Chairman Sorenson recommended adding the
statement "Newly Revised" after "Robert's Ruler of Order ".
Regarding Article IX, Chairman Sorenson suggested that the vote
by the City Council to change the bylaws be made consistent with
the past bylaws, which required more than a majority vote for
approval of changes. The Commission agreed that the vote by the
City Council should be a 4/5 vote, as opposed to a majority vote.
There was a motion by Commissioner Manson and seconded by
Commissioner Peterson to recommend to the City Council these
changes to the bylaws as recommended by the Park and Recreation
Commission. The motion passed.
RECESS
The Park and Recreation Commission recessed at 8:55 p.m. and
reconvened at 9:00 p.m.
TELEVISING COMMISSION MEETINGS ON CABLE TV
The Recording Secretary reviewed the City Council minutes from
March 23, 1987, which noted staff was assigned to investigate the
options available for televising the meetings. There was
discussion
on
the status of the
research of this issue. Chairman
Sorenson pointed out that he would like to see the City Council
liaison to each commission give a short comment or review on the
activities of their last commission meeting at the City Council
meetings. The Recording Secretary said she would forward this
suggestion on to the City Manager.
YEAR 2000 ASSIGNMENTS
The Recording Secretary reviewed her memorandum to the Commission
dated April 21, 1987. There was a motion by Commissioner Manson
and seconded by Commissioner Peterson to recommend to the City
Council to include as a 1988 budget request item funding for
retaining a professional consultant to conduct a feasibility
study of the undeveloped parkland areas at North Twin Lake,
including the peninsula, island, beach, and northern end, as well
as the Kylawn Preserve area. The motion passed.
NORTH MISSISSIPPI REGIONAL PARK
Councilmember Hawes said the City Council passed a resolution
that approves everything east of Lyndale Avenue North as a bike
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WHERE TO GET LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION
To get a copy of a bill, call, write, or stop in...
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To find out a bill's status, authors, companion, committee referral (by bill number, author, or topic)...
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Highlights
LMC Cities Bulletin, No. 15 April 18-24, 19 7
HIGHLIGHTS
The pace is quickening, particularly with regard to taxes and
appropriations. Legislators, refreshed from their three -day
weekend, have renewed their efforts to meet their scheduled
adjournment date of May 18.
New taxes have been proposed, harsh restrictions on local
government spending have been quickly placed in bills, and talks of
� aid cuts have filled the air.
State aid for wastewater treatment financing may not be available
unless I � s cities needing ew r '
g o improved facilities call . and write
their legislators to push for financial assistance.
* ** *ACTION ALERT * **
Levy limi LGA cuts, sales tax inc reases
nut cities in a bind .................. . .... ..................W -1
A proposed tax bill could threaten the financial
viability of cities by setting a three percent levy
limit on all levies in all cities, extending the sales
tax to cover city purchases, and cutting local government
aid by 10 to 20 percent. It is critical that city
officials contact their legislators this week to oppose
these proposals.
* *ACTION ALERT **
O ptical s can equipment would be unusable
under proposed plan ................ ............................W -3
An amended optical scan bill would make the equipment
unusable. Please ask your legislators to oppose this
bill.
*ACTION ALERT*
Wine in grocery stores to ha a hearing ......................W -4
Please urge your legislators to oppose this bill.
*ACTION ALERT*
Workers' co mpensation and local licensing .....................W -5
Under a bill going to the Appropriations Committee,
cities would need to verify compliance with state
workers' comp insurance requirements before they
could issue or renew licenses.
*ACTION ALERT*
Is t state aband road _ highways? ...................W -5
Neither the governor's b_udget plan or the House
omnibus tax bill would give adequate funding for roads.
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"ACTION ALERT **
Meeting notice bill progresses ................................ W-8
The meeting notice bill as amended, appears to be
acceptable to cities. Please review it (copy enclosed)
and notify the League if there are any problems with it.
Senate tax committee passes S.F. 1 .........W -6
The Rural Development Act, S.F. 1, would appropriate
$36.8 million in new funds for development.
Minimum_wage survey ... ......... ..... ..............W -7
The League thanks cities for responding to the survey
on the proposed minimum wage increase.
Notice of vacancies in multi - m ember state ajE ency ..............W -7
Please complete worksheet on impact of
Medicare tax proposal ............. ............................F -1
Action Summary
An update of where bills of interest to cities are in the
legislative process. (By topic.)
Courts ........................ ............................A -1
Economic development .......... ............................A -1
Elections ..................... ............................A -1
Environment ................... ............................A -3
Finance and revenue ........... ............................A -3
General....... ......... ............................A -3
Fiscal disparities .. .... ............................A -4
Local government aid ..... ............................A -4
Property tax ........................... .............A -4
Sales tax.. ............ ............................A -5
General government ............ ............................A -6
Personnel ............................... ..............A -7
Public safety ................. ............................A -7
Retirement/ pensions ........... ............................A -7
Transportation ................ ............................A -8
Summaries of bills
Note: The League summarizes bills of interest to city officials.
General government ............ ............................S -1
Retirement and pensions ....... ............................S -1
Transportation ................ ............................S -1
Miscellaneous... .. ... ...............S -1
(sometimes amidst the work, legislators have
a little fun)
H= Highlights
W =Week in review
A= Action summary
S= Summaries of bills
F= Federal update
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Week in review
Action Alert
TIGHT L EVY LI BIG CUTS IN LGA, AND SA LES_ TAX ON
CITY PURCHASES ARE VERY POSSIBLE
The House Tax Committee unveiled this week its omnibus tax bill
which could threaten the financial viability of many cities. The
combination of policies in the bill would dramatically reduce
funding for local government aid, substantially increase city costs
(through a sales tax on city purchases), and through an arbitrary
three percent levy limit, prevent cities from levying sufficient
property taxes to cover their increased costs or make up for the
lost LGA. The House Tax Committee is due to complete its bill by
Friday, April 24. The full House will consider it during the week
of April 27. Similar proposals are likely to surface in the Senate
tax bill, which the committee will probably develop during the week
of April 27.
Last week city officials received an ACTION ALERT on the levy limit
and LGA issues. IT IS CRITICAL THAT LEGISLATORS RECEIVE LETTERS
AND PHONE CALLS THI WEEK IN OPPOSITION TO THESE LIMITS AND CUTS.
Tell your legislators what services you would be forced to cut and
what jobs you would have to eliminate if these proposals become
law.
LGA cut Last week the House DFL caucus expressed resistance to
the nearly $700 million in income and sales tax increases contained
in the first draft of the House Omnibus Tax bill. The Legislature
needs these tax increases in order to increase funding for
education and other state programs and to create new property tax
relief credits see below). ( ) In response to this resistance to tax
increases Rep. Voss (Chairman p ( rman of the House Tax Committee
announced on Thursday, April 23, his intention to cut $50 million
out of property tax relief funding. This is likely to mean a large
cut in LGA, 10 to 20 percent across - the - board, a cut which is
likely to affect the LGA payments cities are due to receive in July
and December of this year. The proposed cut would be permanent,
lowering LGA funding this year as well as in the future.
Three percent levy limi On Monday, April 20, the Property Tax
Division of the House Tax Committee adopted an amendment to impose
an arbitrary three percent limit on nearly ALL levies for ALL
cities and counties. The proposed three percent levy limit would
apply to all cities, even those with populations under 5,000 (which
largely are not affected by levy limits under current law). All
levies, including "special levies" would be included under the
limit; the only exemptions under the new levy limit would be the
costs of bonded indebtedness and unfunded pension liabilities.
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Under the levy limit proposal, levy increases caused by inflation
or population /household growth would be part of the arbitrary three
percent limit. This is contrary to current levy limit law which
recognizes inflation and growth factors. Similarly, under current
law, city levies that replace lost LGA or federal general revenue
sharing are outside the levy limit. Under the new proposal, such
levies would count toward the three percent limit.
The League testified against this arbitrary limit along with the
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities, the Association of 3
Small Cities, and the Association of Minnesota Counties. St. Paul
Mayor George Latimer and Minneapolis City Council Member Steve
Cramer also testified in opposition to both the levy limit and LGA
cut.
City government representatives explained that cities are
accountable to their citizens for tax levies and that this new
limit would ignore the essential and mandated costs that the state
and federal governments are passing on to cities and counties.
Those testifying said that costs for pay equity implementation,
wastewater treatment facilities, binding arbitration, and the sales
tax on city purchases were examples of uncontrollable costs passed
on to cities. The sharp declines in federal aid (particularly the
elimination of $40 million in general revenue sharing) are also
costs cities cannot control and add further pressures on levies.
City lobbyists also described the problems of small cities which
tend to experience wide swings in their levies because their
budgets are small.
Six percent sales tax on city purchases At this point the House
tax bill would extend the six percent sales and motor vehicle
excise tax to city purchases, estimated to cost cities $33 million
per year. Rep. Voss, however, has announced his intention to try
to strip this provision of the bill. The Senate Tax Committee,
however, is likely to include this tax in its bill.
New propert cr The House Tax bill contains two new
property tax credits - -a city tax base equalization credit for
non - homestead property in cities with below average tax bases and a
small business credit for commercial /industrial properties with
high effective tax rates. These two credits are estimated to cost
the state $51 million per year.
Cities could receive the tax base equalization credit if their
adjusted assessed values per capita are less than the statewide
average. The credit would equalize the first 15 mills of municipal
levy and would be available only for non - homestead property.
The tax bill also would provide for a state -paid small business
credit if the property taxes on the first $100,000 of market value
of the commercial /industrial property exceeds two percent. The
business property tax credit would be equal to the sum of: 1) 35
percent of the property tax amount attributable to the first
$100,000 of market value that is in excess of a two percent
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effective tax rate, but less than a four percent effective rate,
and 2) 50 percent of the property tax amount attributable to the
first $100,000 market value that is in excess of a four percent
effective rate. The credit is payable to only one parcel per owner
per county.
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Homestead credit and assessment ra tio changes. The tax bill would
decrease the homestead credit percent from 54 percent to 49
percent. The maximum amount of the credit would remain at $700.
The property classification ratios on homestead property would
decrease from 18 percent to 16 percent on the first $66,000 of
market value and from 28 percent to 26 percent on the value in
excess of $66,000. Higher valued homes would receive some
additional relief under this plan, but lower valued homes are
likely to see a property tax increase.
Tax - exempt property: City servi charges The tax bill includes a
provision that would allow cities to impose, by resolution, a
service charge for "basic municipal services" they provide to
certain tax - exempt property. They would have to adopt the
resolution by August 1 in order to impose it for the following
year. (See Citie Bulletin #15 for more details about this
provision.)
Budget and cash flow reserve The House tax bill would provide for
a budget reserve of $250 million for the biennium. If the Revenue
Department forecasts a budget reserve that falls below $100
million then corporate and individual income
� p tax rates would
increase by 0.1 percent and 0.2 percent, respectively. In
addition, the proposal would g ive the commissioner of finance
expanded authority to reduce appropriations and expenditures in
order to eliminate the budget deficit.
Action Alert
OVER $4 MILLION IN CITI V OTING EQUIPMENT UN USABLE
UNDER — —i .-`. --
PROPOSED LEGISLATION
THE OPTICAL SCAN BILL, S.F. 466 (KROENING) /H.F. 756 (SARNA), THAT
ORIGINALLY APPLIED ONLY TO THE CITY OF MINNEAPOLIS, NOW WOULD
INCLUDE ALL CITIES. THE HOUSE GENERAL LEGISLATION, VETERANS'
AFFAIRS AND GAMING COMMITTEE AMENDED THE BILL ON THURSDAY. AS
WRITTEN, IT WOULD VIRTUALLY PROHIBIT CITIES FROM USING THE
EQUIPMENT.
The committee accepted a delete everything amendment that would
prohibit a city of the first class, except St. Paul, from using new
voting equipment until January 1, 1989. The amendment also
includes provisions for party -row voting for all cities using
optical scan voting equipment. It would require arrangement of
titles of offices vertically, with names of candidates arranged
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horizontally opposite the respective titles. It would require all
candidates of a political party to appear in one column under the
clearly designated name of the political party.
Consultations with technical people and vendors of equipment
indicate that the language, as written, would make the equipment
unusable. The design of the optical equipment requires arrangement
of columns in a particular way. If the Legislature adds technical
amendments in order to continue to allow the use of the machines,
but continuing to require party -row balloting, costs to retrofit t
and reprogram optical scan equipment would cost up to $1,000 per
machine. The timing also would be such that cities would not be
able to use the equipment for the 1988 1 4
presidential election.
Cities in Minnesota have spent over $4 million to purchase optical
scan equipment. A sampling of cities indicate that reprogramming
costs would be as high as 52 percent of the original cost. It is
probable that if the Legislature requires reprogramming, cities
would need to resubmit the equipment for certification.
This bill has momentum. Act now. CONTACT YOUR LEGISLATORS AND ASK
THEM TO DEFEAT THIS BILL. MANDATING ADDITIONAL COSTS TO CITIES
THAT PURCHASED THE OPTICAL SCAN EQUIPMENT IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.
CURRENT LAW PERMITS CITIES TO CHOOSE AMONG THE VOTING EQUIPMENT
TYPES WHICH THE SECRETARY OF STATE HAS CERTIFIED. CITIES HAVE
PURCHASED NEW EQUIPMENT IN GOOD FAITH, TRUSTING IN THE
CERTIFICATION PROCESS AND DEPENDING ON THE VALIDITY OF CURRENT
LEGISLATION.
Action Alert
WINE IN GROCERY STORES
A hearing on allowing wine sales in metropolitan grocery stores has
tentatively been scheduled in the Senate Commerce Committee on
Monday, April 27 at 4:00 p.m. in Room 112 Capitol. The bill's
companion is on the House floor.
Please call your senators on the Commerce Committee to oppose this
legislation.
If you need further information or would like to testify, call the
committee at 296 -4158.
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Action Alert
WOR KERS' COMPENSATION AND LOCAL LICENSING
The House Labor - Management Committee has passed a workers'
compensation measure, H.F. 1450/S.F. 1347, and referred it to the
Appropriations Committee. While the bill primarily imposes
requirements on private sector employers seeking to form workers'
compensation self - insurance pools, the bill also includes a
provision which would require cities to check all applicants for
compliance with state workers' compensation insurance requirements
before issuing or renewing any license.
The Legislature passed the same requirement in 1980, and repealed
it in 1981 because of the difficulty cities had in determining
whether a license applicant is an "employer" within the meaning of
the workers' compensation law.
It is not an easy matter to determine whether a person has
"employees" or independence contractors. Even though the courts
Legislature, g '
Le
g and state agencies have not established a clear
definition
of these terms, the bill would force cities to make
the
determination in order to fulfill the bill's requirements.
uirements.
City officials should contact their legislators, as well as
Representative Wayne Simoneau (author of H.F. 1450), Representative
Glen Anderson (Chair of the Appropriations Committee), and Senator
Florian Chmielewski (author of S.F. 1347) and ask them either to
delete this section of the bill or require some sort of state
certification P rocedure
Action
Alert
IS THE STATE ABANDONING ROADS AND HIGHWAYS?
Recent legislative efforts to reach a compromise on a road funding
package have failed. Neither the governor's budget (which proposes
tax increases of $631 million) nor the new House tax bill (which
suggests new taxes of $685 million) contemplate state financing for
roads, highways, and transit. However, the governor's budget would
allow increases in local property taxes to pay for transit needs.
One of the problems the League faces along with other supporters of
adequate transportation funding is to communicate the impact of
little or no state assistance. Relating the estimated $1 billion
in state road needs is not easy. We can say this, though:
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* The state is likely to divert $231 million in motor
vehicle excise taxes from the highway fund to the
general fund to help balance the state's operating
budget.
* New or increased taxes for roads face a tough fight
because the Legislature and governor want to avoid the
political stigma of a $1 billion tax increase.
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* In the priorities of tax reform and state funding for
education, welfare, various state agencies, and other
programs, roads do not rank high. t
* Roads neglected in 1987 will only increase financing
demands on the 1988 Legislature.
* A jurisdictional study report scheduled to go to the
Legislature early next year will likely show that the
state should reduce the state system's size by shifting
road responsibilities to counties and cities. The
argument behind shifting from state - raised funding to a
property tax source is rationalized by many, including
the Citizen's League and the Star and Tribune to
" potentially save money by allowing lower standards of
design and maintenance on many of the shifted segments."
* Having these last two occur at about the same time is not
in the best interests of local governments, even though
it should be possible to persuade some that shifting
roads onto local governments won't save money as much as
mean less well - maintained, lower quality roads paid for
by property tax payers, not those who use the roads.
Please contact your legislator to urge them to seek road and
transit funding.
SENATE TAX COMMITTEE PASSES S.F. 1
On a divided voice vote, the Senate Tax Committee passed S.F. 1,
the "Rural Development Act," and referred it to the Senate Finance
Committee, its last committee before going to the floor.
As amended in Senate Taxes, the bill will need a new name. The
committee softened its rural focus with the addition of $7 million
in aid for the Iron Range and $16 million in aid for urban
redevelopment in Minneapolis and St. Paul. New funds for the
development act now total $36.8 million.
The bill creates a Greater Minnesota Corporation, a private
non- profit corporation which would receive $10 million to promote
research in higher education institutions and invest money in
companies in depressed areas.
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A rural development board would get $9 million in existing funds to
provide loans and investment capital in rural areas to stimulate
development. The bill would appropriate $3 million for forestry
and mineral programs.
The legislation would shift the state wastewater treatment
construction grants program from the Pollution Control Agency to a
newly created Minnesota Public Facilities Financing Authority and
increase the grant share to 80 percent state and 20 percent local
for cities under 25,000 population. Grants for cities over 25,000
would remain at their current level of 50 percent.
MI NIMUM WAGE SURVEY
Earlier in the session (Bulletin No. 4), the League asked its
members to respond to a proposal to increase the minimum wage. The
bill originally would have increased the minimum wage by
approximately $1 per hour. The bill, in its present version, would
eventually raise the minimum wage by about 50 cents an hour over
the next few years.
The League Board determined not to take a position on this bill.
The survey results reinforce that decision. Only 23 cities
responded, with 12 indicating that the original proposal would have
a significant impact and 11 indicating little or no impact.
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As for recommendations from the members, two cities indicated the
League should support the legislation, 14 recommended opposition,
and seven recommended taking no position on the bill.
The House has passed the bill and the Senate Employment Committee
is hearing it this week.
The League wishes to thank the following cities for responding to
the survey: Okabena, Kinney, Shakopee, Lanesboro, Waseca,
Plymouth, Austin, Madelia, Hugo, Taconite, Prior Lake, Sauk Centre,
Mounds View, Brooklyn Park, Winona, Fosston, Zumbrota, Warren,
Hamburg, Grand Meadow, Heron Lake, Willow River, and Renville.
NOTICE OF VACAN IN MULTI - MEMBER STATE AGENCIES
, MINNESOTA JOINT UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION -- LIABILITY INSURANCE has
six vacancies open for: a) three public members; b) three members
representing groups insured by the association. The association
shall provide liability insurance coverage for persons unable to
obtain it through ordinary means where coverage is required by law
or is necessary for the conduct of business and serves as a public
purpose. Members are appointed by the commissioner of commerce.
For specific information contact the Minnesota Joint Underwriting
Association -- Liability Insurance, Dept. of Commerce, 500 Metro
Square Bldg., St. Paul 55101, (612) 297 -3238.
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Action
Alert
MEETING NOTICE BILL PROGRESSES
The meeting notice bill. H.F. 793/S.F. 1272, is moving toward
passage. Both houses have eliminated all of the open meeting law ,
provisions. The League is relatively satisfied that the provisions
which remain are acceptable. However, to ensure that local
officials can live with the amendments, a copy of the bill follows.
Please review the bill and inform the League staff of any
difficulties which we should seek to resolve with appropriate
amendments.
The bills are on the floors of both houses so time is of the
essence should we need to make any amendments.
H. F. No. 793, A bill for an act relating to public meetings;
requiring certain notice for all meetings; permitting certain reme-
dies for violations; providing penalties; amending Minnesota Stat-
utes 1986, section 471.705, subdivisions lb, 2, and by adding
subdivisions.
"Section 1. Minnesota Statutes 1986, section 471.705, is amended
by adding a subdivision to read:
Subd 1c. [NOTICE OF MEETINGS.] (a) [REGULAR MEETINGS.]
a re
A scc eduFe of the r_e uulla_r mee if s of a nub�lic ides to bold shall be k�e t on
1iile at its rp ima ms offices. If a p_ubV.ic — bowl dec E g ular
meeting at a time or Tp ace different from the time or �a e stated In
its schedule of _regular meetings, it shall live the same notice of the
meetip that is pj2yiae in this subdivision for a specia meeting.
(b) [SPECIAL MEETINGS.] For a special meeting, except an
m
eerg meeting or a s e�cial meetin or -,&r ich a notice reulre
ment is otherwise expressly esta is e by statute, the bpu it c body
ssiall post written notice oft he date, time, ace an& purpose of the
me eting on t print pia iuNetin board of the u�blic b_odd or � trie
up blic bony Es no printed a�FuII 5oard, on the door of its usua
meeting room The notice shall also e mat ecT - or of erwise cZ eIiverea
to each person aws �on who ]`iled a written re uest or notice o s ecia
me with tt e pu � -fihis notice s It all - Te - _ oste an
mailed or delivered at least three da! before the ate of t�i
meeting. As an alternative to mailing or otherwise delive notice
to persons who have filed a written request for notice of s ecial
meetin S, the Public�JOCwm � u is t e notice once, at least t ree
d ays e ore the meeting, in the official news a e_r - o he Pub icT E
or, if t ere is none, in a qu�Tf tided news a er of �enner�al circulation
witRin e area o ttEie ublic bo y s a A tip rson 1 in a
request for notice or speclal meetings may limit the request to
notification ot` meetings concerning articular subjects in whicTi
case the public bodv is required to sen notice to that e�rsonn onl
concernln s � cclal meetin s i in nv _ o _ lv � in those _ sub e A u li b
may establish an e atd e for r_ for notices of s eclat
meetings Eursuant to this Para raph and re uiree reTilin o t e
re uest once cacti year• T�ot more t an 60 s e ore tFie ex iratlon
��
date of a request for notice, tEe u V dyd sha en notice o t e
reiTin requirement totoe ep rson who file T_ n the preceding
year.
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(c) [EMERGENCY MEETINGS.] For an emergency meeting the
ublic body shall make g ood ..� faith efforts to rovide notice o the
meeting to each news medium is Tile a written re uest -or
notice if the re uest incl —u�. es the news meciiuOs telephone number.
o ice of the emer enc m en �ie� shall be ev b tele hone or
aw�n other met o use to not t membe rs o f e Pu i ic s �o �
IV'otice shall be prov ed to ea i news me�c ium wh i�c has filed a
written re ueet of r notice as soon as reasona 1 racticable after
notice ���
— ce been even to tTie members. Notice s a inclu e e
ss1 ec ho ` meeting. Poste -c u
or b is e o ce ot emergenc
meetin shal not e re� uireT An enc me�etm is a sPeci
r meeting called se of circumstances that, in the judgment of the
ublic body, re uire immediate consideration � the public body - H
matters not irect y re ate tot he emergency are�iscussed or acted
U on at an emer enc meetin ,the minutes �o thie meeting s�iall
inc ude a a eci is ascription o the ma tters.
(d) [RECESSED OR CONTINUED MEETINGS.] If a me eting is a
recessed or continued session of a prev�iou�s m and the time
an ace ofTt e meeting was established during the previous
meeting and recorded in the minutes o tat meeting, t eh n no
further publis or mailed notice is necessary. For purposes of this
clause, the term "meet ni g ' i�ucTes a p u bl ic - Farin conducted
pursuant to chapter 429 or any other law or charter provision
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division apply to closed meetings. — —
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metrornolitan
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April 27 1987
TO: AMM Member Cities
FROM: Vern PeterscO, 7Executive Director
Roger Peters AP Director of Legislative Affairs
Re: LEGISLATIVE REPORT OF CRITICAL ITEMS
1. FISCAL DISPARTIY UPDATE
The AMM Fiscal Disparity bill (HF 1125/SF 1134) has not had any
further hearings since passing out of House Metropolitan Affairs
Property Tax Subcommittee several weeks ago. The full committee
chair, Rep. Tom Osthoff, St. Paul has been trying various ideas
to moderate the loss from current law to AMM position for his
city. At this time the form of that relief is unknown, however,
we understand that he will attempt to schedule a hearing this
week. The Senate author has been waiting for the policy bill
deadlines to pass (April 28 is the final policy bill hearing data
cutoff) before scheduling a Tax Committee hearing on the AMM
bill. There has, also, been some hesitancy on the part of the
Senate to hear the bill until the House has acted more
affirmatively. We should know within the week where we stand or
if we stand at all in either house. If the bill does not
progress this session, there will be an interim study by the
legislature for 1988 consideration.
2. TAX BILL PROPOSAL
The initial 'shot' fired by the House Tax Committee in the House
version of the Omnibus Tax Bill held LGA level for 1988 but
allowed a 3% levy increase for 1988 only on that amount levied in
1987. This was amended in committee to exclude bonded debt and
pension. If adopted this severe limit would have excluded the
LGA distribution from increase and excluded both loss of Federal
Revenue Sharing and city growth from additional levy. Also,
included was a 6% sales tax on city commodity spending including
legal services which in most cases exceeded the amount that could
be derived from the 3% levy increase.
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183 university avenue east, st. paul, minnesota 55101 (612) 227 -5600
After heavy lobbying by the various city -ep-went a"I"I'Ves
significant changes were made. However, as the oja' -laid iTIG gees
'there's good news and bad news:'
BAD NEWS. The tax bill going to the House floor (HF 529)
includes a 1.6% cut in 1987 LGA that cannot be recovered through
levy. 1988 LGA is cut an additional 1.6% but the total 3.2
pe.--cent cut is recoverable through property tax at the option of
the city. The 1988 homestead credit payments to all local units
is frozen at the 1987 level and cannot be recovered by direct
levy. Homeowners will receive the credit but local payments will
not be made in full if they exceed 1987. This amounts to an
estimated $10 million spread among the three entities, cities,
counties, and schools.
GOOD NEWS? The 6% sales tax on local government expenditures
and legal services has been eliminated from the House Bill. The
strict 3% limit has been replaced by the current levy limit law
at 3%. This does allow base increases for loss of Revenue
Sharing and growth and maintains special levies outside the
limit. The 3% is less than current law levy by about 2 to 4
tenths of a percent. It also applies to all cities not just
those over 5,000 population.
Lobbying to reduce or eliminate 1987 LGA 1033es will continue as
will effforts to modify the 1988 homestead credit reduction. The
suggested strategy is to push all cuts to 1988 in such a way as
to permit cities to make up the loss through property tax levy.
The Senate bill is being constructed this week. At this time it
appears it will contain the 6% sales tax extension to local
units of government, possible cuts in local aids and the strict
3% levy limit on 1987 levy only.
There is a great deal of pressure being put on Legislators by
various business groups to reduce or cut State Income and Sales
Tax rates. Any further reductions would likely increase the
pressure for additional cuts in LGA and Homesated Credit payments
to local units of government.
WE WOULD URGE YOU TO CONTACT YOUR LEGISLATORS (BOTH
REPRESENTATIVES AND SENATORS) TO LET THEM KNOW YOUR FEELINGS
ABOUT THE IMPACT THESE CUTS AND REDUCTIONS WOULD HAVE ON YOUR
CITY FINANCES AND SERVICES. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE
LEGISLATORS HEAR FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND NOT JUST FROM THOSE
INTERESTS WHO ARE ADVOCATING ADDITIONAL CUTS IN LOCAL AIDS.
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1RANSIT - TRANSPORTATION FUNDING 0
I appears :wally certain at this point in time, that the MVET
Fu -, wil e retained in the State's General Fund as
recommended by Governor Perpich. Neither the Governor nor MNDOT
has come forward with alternative funding proposal, as yet,
and the outlook for a;_ funding for transit - transportation
needs iJ uleaK. Consequently, many needed highway projects will
not be funded and MNDOT and the counties may use "cost
avoidance" techniques such as not maintaining frontage roads
or providing maintenance for state or county highways which are
also city streets. This may force cities as a practical matter
to provide these services at city cost. Several c)ills have been
introduced (SF 1373, SF 1503, HF 1554, HF 1555) which in
combination would increase the gasoline tax by 4 cents, add a 6%
sales tax on petroleum products at the wholesale level, increase
the vehicle license tax and double all driver related permits and
licenses fees, etc. but no bills have passed out of committee as
of this date. The AMM Transportation Committee met on April
22nd. to review and assess the before listed bills and while
the committee is not endorsing a specific bill; it reaffrmes
its strong support for adequate funding for transit and
transportation needs.
THE COMMITTEE ASKS THAT YOU ALSO MAKE YOUR CONCERNS ABOUT
ADEQUATE FUNDING FOR TRANSIT AND TRANSPORTATION PURPOSES KNO'niv J
YOUR LEGISLATORS ASAP.
4. ANNUAL MEETING REMINDER - MAY 28
As noted in the AMM Bulletin of March 27th., the AMM Annual
Meeting will be held the evening of Thursday, May 28 at the
Robert Lee Restaurant in New Brighton. We look for this to be
another interesting evening which will get underway about 5:30
P.M. with a Social Hour hosted by Miller Schroeder Financial,
Inc. A meeting notice with all the specific details will be
mailed in about 10E days but mark your calendar now if you
have not already done so.
DISTRIBUTION NOTE:
This bulletin was mailed individually to member Mayors,
Managers /Administrators, and Designated Delegates. Please
distribute copies to others in your city as you deem appropriate.
Should you have questions about these or other Legislative
matters, please do not hesitate to call us at the office.
(227 - 5600).
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Licenses to be approved by the City Council on May 4, 1987:
BULK VENDOR LICENSE
Curtis Products 3214 Dodds Ave. N.
D & G Vending, Inc. 4313 NE Washington Street
Sanitarian
CIGARETTE LICENSE
Theisen Vending Company 3804 Nicollet Ave. S.
Brookdale Ford, Inc. 2550 County Road 10 .(,�
City Clerk
FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE
Brooklyn Center Babe Ruth Evergreen Park
Brooklyn Center Babe Ruth Grandview Park
Brooklyn Center Nat'l. Little League Lions Park
Brooks Superette 6804 Humboldt Ave. N.
Garden C" ,
it School
Y 3501 65th Ave. N.
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Sanitarian,
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS LICENSE
Construction Mechanical Services 1307 Sylvan Street
Egan & Sons Co. 7100 Medicine Lake Rd.
Environ -Con, Inc. Box 1351
Furnace Care Inc. 8733 Humboldt Ave. N.
Lakeview Heating & A/C 4342B Shady Oak Road
Kleve Heating & A/C 13075 Pioneer Trail
& S Heating & A/C 21357 Hemlock Avenue
T.G.S. Mechanical Inc. 50 Choctaw Circle
Thermex Corporation 4850 Park Glen Road
Thompson Air Inc. 5115 Hanson Court
Fred Vogt & Co. 3260 Gorham Avenue
Building Official
NONPERISHABLE VENDING MACHINE LICENSE
Theisen Vending Company 3804 Nicollet Ave. S.
Brookdale Ford, Inc. 2550 County Road 10
Sanitarian
RENTAL DWELLING LICENSE
Initial:
James Ferrara 6031 Brooklyn Boulevard
Director of Planning
and Inspection
SIGN HANGERS LICENSE
Midway Sign Company, Inc. 444 North Prior Avenuel.l
Building Official
SWIMMING POOL LICENSE -T — .
Fun Services 3701 50th Avenue N. c , �` } r /Ll"_
Sanitarian
GENERAL APPROVAL:'
D. K. Weeks, City Clerk
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