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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011 04-25 CCM Regular Session 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 25, 2011 CITY HALL — COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Informal Open Forum called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 6:45 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Carol Kleven, Kay Lasman, Tim Roche, and Dan Ryan. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Director of Fiscal and Support Services Dan Jordet, Public Works Director /City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Carla Wirth, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Mayor Tim Willson opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum. Heather Hernandez Viveros, 5900 Upton Avenue N., stated her concerns relating to the proposed Shingle Creek project and asked the City to work with residents to resolve their concerns. Gary Piekarezyk, 5842 Upton Avenue N., stated his appreciation to Councilmembers who viewed the site over the holiday weekend and voiced his concerns relating to the proposed Shingle Creek project. He provided photocopies of the project site and asked that the project be delayed so it could be further studied, their questions answered, and concerns addressed. Mary Saugestad, 5912 Upton Avenue N., presented a petition signed by eight residents indicating they favor improving the water quality, the area along the wood line, and in general making this area a true aesthetic value, stating their concerns, and requesting a compromise. She thanked Councilmembers and staff who visited the site. Ms. Saugestad stated her concern with the proposed Shingle Creek project and stated residents' willingness to work with the City to reach a compromise position. Tou Lee, 5836 Upton Avenue N., stated his concerns with the proposed Shingle Creek project and thanked Councilmembers for their time and consideration of this project that is located in residents' backyards. Patricia Holcomb, 5918 Upton Avenue N., reviewed aspects of the project that have changed since the first informational meeting and described her work to improve the buffer area. She 04/25/11 -1- urged the City to research the problems experienced by the City of Minneapolis with a similar restoration project. Councilmember Roche moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 7:00 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION At the request of Councilmember Kleven, Pastor Allan Jospeh, All Nations Christian Fellowship, provided the Invocation. 3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order b Mayor Tim Willson Y tY g Y Y at 7:02 p.m. 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Carol Kleven, Kay Lasman, Tim Roche, and Dan Ryan. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Director of Fiscal and Support Services Dan Jordet, Public Works Director /City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Carla Wirth, Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, and the following consent items were approved: 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. April 6, 2011 — Reception and Joint Work Session with City Commissions 2. April 11, 2011— Study Session 3. April 11, 2011— Regular Session 4. April 11, 2011 — Work Session 5. April 18, 2011 — Board of Appeal and Equalization 6b. LICENSES MECHANICAL Anderson Heating & Air 1628 County Road 10, Spring Lake Park 04/25/11 -2- Optimum Mechanical Systems 3030 Centerville Road, Little Canada Silvernail Enterprises 6603 36 Avenue N., Crystal RENTAL — CURRENT RENTAL STANDARDS INITIAL (TYPE III — one-year license) 6724 Beard Avenue N. Gebremedhin Mehari INITIAL (TYPE II —two-year license) 819 & 821 55 Avenue N. Stephanie Statz 5425 70 Circle Ali Sajjad 5801 Colfax Avenue N. Dama Bekuto 5619 Hillsview Road James Kaun RENEWAL (TYPE III —one-year license) 6777 Humboldt Avenue N. Passed w /Weather Deferral Andrey Ryvlin 5617 Logan Avenue N. Darwin & Marcia Kulzer RENEWAL (TYPE II — two-year license) 7206 -12 West River Road Jason Ingbretson 3707 61 Avenue N. Passed w /Weather Deferral Doug Wahl 6207 Dupont Avenue N. Passed w /Weather Deferral Thomas Le RENEWAL ('TYPE I — three -year license) 5325 70 Circle Doug Wahl 6325 Brooklyn Boulevard Lien Kim Vo 2406 Ericon Drive Gary Brummer 3913 France Place Betty Nelson 6824 Fremont Place N. David Oium 4104 Lakeside Avenue Dan Mazzuco 7130 Logan Avenue N. James & Julie Kazmierkoski 7030 Regent Avenue N. Doug Wahl 6573 Riverwood Lane Betty Gundersen - Hargen SIGNHANGER Signation Sign Group 6840 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Brooklyn Center 6c. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -62 ADOPTING A "REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS" DOCUMENT FOR PROVIDING INSURANCE AGENT OF RECORD SERVICES 6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -63 ACCEPTING QUOTATION AND AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR 2011 DISEASED TEE REMOVAL 04/25/11 -3- 6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -64 AMENDING THE CITY'S FEE SCHEDULE TO ADD ONLINE PERMIT TRANSACTION FEE 6f. RESOLUTION NO. 2011-65 AMENDING THE CITY FEE SCHEDULE TO REMOVE LICENSE FEES FOR TATTOO AND BODY PIERCING ESTABLISHMENTS AND PRIVATE KENNELS; AND TO ADD LICENSE FEE FOR RENTAL LICENSE REINSTATEMENT 6g. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -66 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MINNEAPOLIS AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER REGARDING BICYCLE PARKING PROJECT 6h. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -67 AUTHORIZING TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNAL AGREEMENT NO. 97861M FOR THE INTERSECTIONS AT TRUNK HIGHWAY NO. 100 AT COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY (CSAH) NO. 57 (57 AVENUE NORTH) BETWEEN THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, HENNEPIN COUNTY AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER 6i. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -68 ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING A CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2011 -01, 02, 03 AND 04, PALMER LAKE EAST NEIGHBORHOOD STREET - AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS 6j. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -69 ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING A CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2011 -05 AND 06, UNITY AVENUE AND SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY STREET IMPROVEMENTS 6k. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -70 APPROVING FINAL PLAT FOR 6536 WILLOW LANE (STORLA ADDITION) 61. FIRST READING OF TRANSITORY ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE REGULATION OF SIGNS; ADDING NEW BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CODE, SECTION 34- 140.2.p AND SET SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING FOR MAY 23, 2011 6m. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -71 SUPPORTING HENNEPIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S NEW REGIONAL 911 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY 6n. APPLICATION AND PERMIT FOR TEMPORARY ON -SALE LIQUOR LICENSE SUBMITTED BY THE CHURCH OF ST. ALPHONSUS, 7025 HALIFAX AVENUE NORTH, FOR AN EVENT TO BE HELD MAY 7, 2011 04/25/11 4- Motion passed unanimously. 7. PRESENTATIONS / PROCLAMATIONS /RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS 7a. PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 15-21,2011, PUBLIC WORKS WEEK IN BROOKLYN CENTER City Manager Curt Boganey introduced the topic and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution to recognize the important contribution of Public Works staff. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to approve PROCLAMATION Declaring May 15 -21, 2011, Public Works Week in Brooklyn Center. Mayor Willson read in full aproclamation declaring May 15 -21, 2011, as Public Works Week in Brooklyn Center. The Council commented on the importance of the City's Public Works Department to support the City and its infrastructure. Motion passed unanimously. S. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS - None. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS - None. 11. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Roche announced the Brooklyn Center American Little League season and advised of contact information. He also announced the spring cleanup of the City's baseball fields this coming weekend. Councilmember Roche reported on his attendance at the following: • April 16, 2011, second annual Earthfest that was facilitated by Friends of the Brookdale Library at the high school. • April 20, 2011, Crime Prevention Awards Ceremony. Councilmember Roche announced the library had raised over $2,300 to help cover upcoming field trips for Brooklyn Center students and library programs. He encouraged residents to attend the May 7, 2011, event at the Embassy Suites, at 9 a.m., to learn about the contribution of Civil 04/25/11 -5- War soldiers who were from Brooklyn Center. In addition, a three book set will be available for sale about the same topic. Councilmember Lasman reported on her attendance at the following: • April 16, 2011, Shingle Creek cleanup in Centennial Park with 35 -40 participants even though there was snow on the ground. • April 16, 2011, Earthfest, which was a well attended event with great exhibitors. • April 17, 2011, Brooklyn Center Centennial wedding dress fashion event with dresses dating back to 1880, along with commentary by Margaret Sandberg about historical events. Councilmember Lasman thanked Ms. Sandberg for her hard work on this event. • April 18, 2011, the Council and Mayor met as the continuation of the Board of Appeal and Equalization. • April _19, 2011, she was interviewed for the Northwest Politics, a cable television show that will be aired next week on Channel 19. • April 20, 2011, Brooklyn Center Crime Prevention meeting to discuss upcoming fundraisers including the May 20 golf tournament. • April 20, 2011, Police and Citizens Awards Ceremony where 52 recipients were recognized. She encouraged residents to consider attending these ceremonies where moving stories are told about the heroism of ordinary residents, Police Officers, Firefighters, and First Responders. Councilmember Lasman referenced the letter from Medtronic Foundation naming nine high schools in the northwest area with students that will receive a $16,000 scholarship given over a 4 year time period. She congratulated the recipients, noting four are from the Brooklyn Center attendance area, two attend the Brooklyn Center High School, and two attend the Park Center High School. She commended and thanked Medtronic for this wonderful sponsorship and their work on behalf of children. Councilmember Lasman announced the May 20, 2011, golf tournament, one of the biggest fund raisers for the Crime Prevention Program, and encouraged residents to participate. Councilmember Kleven reported on her attendance at the following: • April 13, 2011, she helped deliver welcome bags to new residents, which were well received. • April 16, 2011, hosted a table at Earthfest to create greeting cards from recycled cards. • April 17, 2011, vintage wedding dress show and added her compliments to Margaret Sandberg. • April 19, 2011, Housing Commission meeting. • April 20, 2011, Brooklyn Center Crime Prevention Program's annual awards ceremony where one of her neighbors was honored. • April 21, 2011, she helped to sort and display used books at the library for the book sale this past weekend. Councilmember Kleven announced the Brooklyn Center Step To It Challenge, a fun and free fitness program that counts steps taken each day from May 9 to June 5. She advised that brochures are available at the Community Center and prizes will be awarded. She urged all to participate. 04/25/11 -6- Councilmember Ryan reported on his attendance at the following: • April 14, 2011, Metro Cities annual meeting in St. Paul that he attended with the City Manager and had the opportunity to hear Governor Dayton speak on the State's budget process and efforts for a balanced budget. • April 16, 2011, Brooklyn Center Women's Club pancake breakfast. • April 16, 2011, Great Shingle Creek Watershed cleanup in observance of Earth Day. • April 16, 2011, Earthfest at the Brooklyn Center High School where fine presentations and exhibits were displayed on a range of environmental topics. • April 17, 2011, Vintage wedding dress show he attended with his wife and was very entertained. He stated Margaret Sandberg made a wonderful presentation • April 18, 2011, the Council convened as the local Board of Appeal and Equalization. • April 19, 2011, Earle Brown Days Committee and Park and Recreation Commission meetings. Councilmember Ryan stated he was unable to attend the annual Crime Prevention Awards Program due to a family obligation but wanted to thank Police Chief Benner, Fire Chief Gatlin, and all Brooklyn Center Police Officers and Firefighters who show such dedication in serving Brooklyn Center every day so residents can enjoy a safe and secure community. Mayor Willson reported on his attendance at the following: • April 16, 2011, Women's Club pancake breakfast fundraiser at Applebee's that was also attended by Councilmembers Lasman and Ryan and Representative Hilstrom. • April 18, 2011, Board of Appeal and Equalization Reconvene. • April 20, 2011, Police and Citizens Awards Ceremony. He echoed Councilmember Ryan's comments and commended the Police and Fire Departments for its work with Hennepin County, Brooklyn Park, and law enforcement agencies across the metro to receive and provide services. Mayor Willson noted the Step To It Challenge is a competition between cities and encouraged all to participate since Maple Grove always outnumbers Brooklyn Center participants. Mayor Willson announced the May 7, 2011, annual Prayer Breakfast at the Earle Brown Heritage Center, from 8 -9 a.m., and advised that tickets are available. 12. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 7:24 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 04/25/11 -7- STATE OF MINNESOTA) COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) ss. Certification of Minutes CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER) The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City Clerk of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, certifies: 1. That attached hereto is a full, true, and complete transcript of the minutes of a Regular Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on April 25, 2011. 2. That said meeting was held pursuant to due call and notice thereof and was duly held at Brooklyn Center City Hall. 3. That the City Council adopted said minutes at its May 9, 2011, Regular Session. City Clerk Mayor 04/25/11 -8-