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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013 01-14 CCM Work Session MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA WORK SESSION JANUARY 14, 2013 CITY HALL—COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council/Economic Development Authority (EDA) met in Work Session called to order by Mayor/President Tim Willson at 9:37 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor/President Tim Willson and Councilmembers/Commissioners Carol Kleven, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Lin Myszkowski, and Dan Ryan. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Public Works Director/City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, Planning and Zoning Specialist Tim Benetti, Assistant City Manager/Director of Building & Community Standards Vickie Schleuning, and Carla Wirth, Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR STUDY UPDATE Public Works Director/City Engineer Steve Lillehaug introduced the item, provided an overview of public outreach, and described documentation created. Beth Bartz, SRF Consulting, presented an overview of the Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Study, vision and goals, consideration of existing goals, and concept for three segments. She then described traffic components, land use transition areas, landscaping, and transit corridors. Kevin Julie, SRF Consulting, presented components contained in the Implementation Plan and advantages to consider smaller projects with realistic funding amounts and available funding sources, to allow for certain traffic safety and operational benefits implemented sooner than waiting for the entire project; to allow for projects to line up with proposed redevelopment as it occurs; and, more manageable construction with smaller, more limited projects. He reviewed phased improvement projects that had been identified and potential funding sources. Mr. Julie described the next steps to move forward to assure preparedness when funding becomes available to implement improvements. Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel advised of the Planning Commission's consideration to preserve and enhance the adjacent residential neighborhoods; to protect adjacent residential properties; and,to identify necessary right-of-way impacts and corridor widths. With regard to Mn/DOT's response to a bridge theme, Mr. Lillehaug advised that Mn/DOT will fund a standard amount for re-decking, surface texturing, street lighting, and the rails. Anything 01/14/13 4- beyond that would be a City expense. He indicated the City will need to develop a theme with Mn/DOT shortly because the Brooklyn Bridge is under design. It was noted the Bass Lake bridge theme is similar to the France Avenue bridge. Mr. Eitel presented roadway segment elements and options that could be considered. Councilmember/Commissioner Ryan pointed out that the properties along 60`h and Admiral Lane north from the church are shallow so for redevelopment to occur, the next tier of properties need to be considered as opportunities arise. Mr. Eitel indicated staff will prepare concepts to show how that area could develop. He concluded presentation of the Planning Commission's consideration of future land use and redevelopment areas. Mr. Lillehaug responded to the City Council's/EDA's questions related to timing of improvements by Malmborg's Garden Center and traffic loads anticipated in the future. He requested Council comment pertaining to the Study and Executive Summary as a whole. City Manager Curt Boganey responded to the City Council's/EDA's questions related to methods available for the City to purchase properties between 63rd and Halifax. He explained that a change in State law severely limited the City's ability to use eminent domain and there is a general opinion that in the future cities may have to provide evidence that it needs more authority. Mr. Boganey stated if there is a situation where the City has acquired 95% of the properties within a block but there is one holdout, it may want to go before the Legislature to request some authority be granted. The City Council/EDA voiced its support for the Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Study and Executive Summary, as presented, noting it has taken the project further than previous studies by identifying properties to be acquired and combined, revenue streams, and funding mechanisms. Mr. Lillehaug thanked the City Council/EDA for its input and stated staff will bring this Study before the City Council for formal action. CHARTER COMMISSION REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Mr. Boganey introduced the item, noting the on December 26, 2012, the City Clerk received a request from the Charter Commission Chair requesting response to seven questions. He reviewed the three methods available to amend the City Charter and requested further direction from the Council regarding how staff should respond. The City Council/EDA reviewed the questions of the Charter Commission and staff's response. With regard to the first question: "As a general matter, does the City staff have any concerns about the City Charter?" Mr. Boganey indicated it would not consume too much staff time to review the City Charter and prepare a list of items that lack clarity or are in conflict with State Statute. With regard to Question 3: "Why is the Planning Commission exempt from having a Council liaison?"Mayor/President Willson explained that if a City Council Member served as a liaison to 01/14/13 -2- the Planning Commission, that Member may "tip their hand" in how they will vote, possibly creating a conflict when the application comes before the City Council. During discussion, the City Council/EDA indicated support for Mr. Boganey's responses and directing staff to review and provide a recommendation on Charter revisions that would allow the City to operate more efficiently and resolve conflicts with State Statutes relating to special elections. Those recommended revisions could then be considered by the Charter Commission. The City Council/EDA would like those items identified and be "shovel ready" in the event it is decided to place the question on the ballot. With regard to Question 4: "Does the City have a uniform application for Council vacancies under Section 2.05b?" Mr. Boganey indicated it is only needed if the City Council/EDA wanted it included in the City Charter. With regard to Question 5: "Does the City have a set of procedures in place for Mayoral action in a public emergency or danger under Section 2.06?" The City Council/EDA acknowledged it has FEMA approved documentation and such procedures in place for the Mayor, in conjunction with the Council, City Manager, Police Chief, and Fire Chief. Mr. Boganey indicated the Charter could be more of a "living document" by removing timelines and administrative procedural language, making it a governing document instead of a procedural document. He indicated staff will provide the City Council/EDA with identified issues and language. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember/Commissioner Ryan moved and Councilmember/Commissioner Myszkowski seconded adjournment of the City Council/Economic Development Authority Work Session at 10:59 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 01/14/13 -3- 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 Work Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on January 14, 2013. 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 January 28, 2013, Regular Session. City Clerk Mayor 01/14/13 -4-