HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013 05-13 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
MAY 13, 2013
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, 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 and
Community Standards Vickie Schleuning, 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.
Bernard Boussier, 6030 Xerxes Avenue North, stated he is representing Betty Dudley, 6510
Brooklyn Boulevard, who does not believe she should be charged a fine of$3,040 as she had
complied with all that was asked and the citation was closed. He noted Ms. Dudley has provided
a written request to the City Council as well as supporting documentation.
City Manager Curt Boganey explained that this matter relates to an administrative fine and
Hennepin County does not hold an appeal hearing on this sort of special assessment.
City Attorney Charlie LeFevere advised that Hennepin County does not look at this type of
assessment (administrative fine) independently. But, if the City Council concludes that
something was done in error, unfair, or illegally, the City can reopen that assessment and ask
Hennepin County to remove that cost.
Ms. Dudley stated that she had complied with the citation order yet $1,085 was placed on her
2012 taxes and another $3,332 was applied in 2013. She described the items she felt were
incorrectly cited, noted her outdoor furniture was placed on a ground deck, and asked the City
Council to direct the City Assessor to remove these fees from her property taxes.
Mr. Boganey stated staff will determine the facts, whether proper notice had been given, and if
the fine should be applied.
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After consultation with Messrs. Boganey and LeFevere, the City Council determined to entertain
comment from Jeremy and Tracy Mickelson, 4300 65th Avenue North, relating to the Work
Session agenda item.
Jeremy Mickelson, 4300 65th Avenue North, submitted pictures of vehicles parked in other
residential areas that do not comply with the City's ordinance. He stated Inspector Eric
Sonnenberg had indicated there were no other cases similar to his on the books and asked why
his truck is being targeted.
Mayor Willson asked staff to forward the pictures to Code Enforcement.
Tracy Mickelson, 4300 65th Avenue North, stated the point is that there are many successful
commercial businesses in Brooklyn Center, which is a good thing for the City. She asked why
the City's ordinance lumps their type of truck with farm equipment and other vehicles that are
not of a professional nature that could be an eyesore to the community. Ms. Mickelson asked
that the ordinance be reconsidered to allow vehicles that are slightly over the height and weight
limit but are not unsightly to be parked in a residential neighborhood.
Mayor Willson closed the Informal Open Forum at 7:00 p.m.
2. INVOCATION
Rev. Steven Nyl of St. Alphonsus Church offered the Invocation.
3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson
at 7:03 p.m.
4. ROLL CALL
Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers 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 and
Community Standards Vickie Schleuning, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Carla Wirth,
Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
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6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Myszkowski 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 22, 2013 —Study Session
2. April 22, 2013 —Regular Session
3. April 29, 2013 —Board of Appeal and Equalization
6b. LICENSES
MECHANICAL
3-1) Heating and Air Conditioning 206 Jefferson Avenue N., Watertown
Air Corps, LLC 2230 Terminal Road, Roseville
Avid Heating and Cooling, Inc. 7700 County Road 110 W.,Minnetrista
Bob Kissner Plumbing & Heating 15353 Iodene Street, Ramsey
Crosstown Mechanical 509 Como Avenue, St. Paul
Galaxy Mechanical 4920 173rd Avenue N.E., Ham Lake
Gilbert Mechanical 4451 W. 7601 Street, Edina
Go Fetsch Mechanical 25884 Quail Ridge Trail Lindstrom
KB Service Company 430 E. County Road D, Little Canada
LBP Mechanical 315 Royaston Avenue N., Minneapolis
Professional Mechanical Services 8851 Research Center Road,New Hope
Stafford Home Service 6225 Cambridge Street, Minneapolis
Total Comfort 4000 Winnetka Avenue N.,New Hope
Treated Air Company 9954 166th Court S.E., Becker
Yale Mechanical 220 West 81St Street, Bloomington
MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERSHIP
R.L. Brookdale Motors, Inc.
Luther Brookdale Honda 6800 Brooklyn Boulevard
Metro Brookdale Mitsubishi
Luther Brookdale Mazda Mitsubishi 7235 Brooklyn Boulevard
BB Motor Sales, LLC
Luther Brookdale Buick GMC 4301 68th Avenue N.
Luther Brookdale Chevrolet 6701 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brooklyn Park Motors,Inc.
Luther Brookdale Toyota Scion 6700 Brooklyn Boulevard
RENTAL
INITIAL (TYPE III—one-year license)
80062 nd Avenue N. John Herbes
5321 71St Circle N. Pramod Khakural
5700 Camden Avenue N. Mark Knerr
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INITIAL (TYPE II—two year license)
4806 Howe Lane Prosperous Property, LLC
3813 Urban Avenue Michael Hogenson
5913 Washburn Avenue N. Robert Lindahl
RENEWAL (TYPE III—one-year license)
4200 Lakebreeze Avenue Michael Lattery
5942 Aldrich Avenue N.
Passed w/Weather Deferral Michael Brass
5914 Fremont Avenue N. Queena Sloan
5727 James Avenue N. Amelia Zachariason/Missing CFHC
6012 Pearson Drive Michael Haase/Missing CFHC
and follow up on CPTED
RENEWAL (TYPE II—two year license)
4216 Lakebreeze Avenue
Passed w/Weather Deferral Ita Ekah
2923 68th Lane N. Steven Pfeiffer
4824 71St Avenue N. C&D Angell's Property Management
6018 Admiral Place Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota
5147 Drew Avenue N. Frank Jin
5341 Girard Avenue N. Jeremy Robertson/Missing one ARM
meeting and will attend May 9
5559 Lyndale Avenue N. Dragon Property Management
5332 Morgan Avenue N.
Passed w/Weather Deferral James Waters
3000 Quarles Road Mary Ann Preble
7018 Regent Avenue N. Danny Vo
RENEWAL (TYPE I—three-year license)
4700 Lakeview Avenue Nancy Dahlquist
1500 72nd Avenue N. Thomas Le
5407 Brooklyn Boulevard Duane Orn
5420 Emerson Avenue N. Christopher Raisch
6114 Girard Avenue N. Sarah Vogt
5712 Northport Drive Cindy and Raymond Scherbing
SIGNHANGER
Crosstown Sign, Inc. 16307 Aberdeen Street, Ham Lake
Sign Source 7660 Quattro Drive, Chanhassen
6c. RESOLUTION NO. 2013-51 ESTABLISHING FEE FOR BREWER
TAPROOM LICENSE
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6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2013-52 ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING A
CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2013-01, 02, 03, AND 04,
KYLAWN PARK AREA STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS
6e. APPROVAL OF JOINT WORK SESSION MEETINGS WITH THE
FINANCIAL COMMISSION
6f. APPROVAL OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE RELEASE FOR
6545 WEST RIVER ROAD (SUPERAMERICA)
Motion passed unanimously.
7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS
7a. RESOLUTION NO. 2013-53 EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO
CENTERPOINT ENERGY FOR A $1,650 COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
GRANT AWARD
Cindy Zachmeier, 6801 Adam Avenue N., retiree of CenterPoint Energy, presented Public
Works Director/City Engineer Steve Lillehaug with a $1,650 Community Partnership Grant
Award to purchase Public Works Department safety equipment.
Mayor Willson read in full a Resolution Expressing Appreciation to CenterPoint Energy for a
$1,650 Community Partnership Grant Award.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to approve
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-53 Expressing Appreciation to CenterPoint Energy for a $1,650
Community Partnership Grant Award.
Motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Willson asked Ms. Zachmeier to convey the City's appreciation to CenterPoint for this
generous grant award.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
-None.
9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
9a. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 34 AND CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY
CODE OF ORDINANCES REGARDING THE ALLOWANCE OF DYNAMIC
MESSAGE SIGNS (DMS) TO PUBLIC PLACES AND USES AND ADDING NEW
DEFINITIONS OF PUBLIC USES
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City Manager Curt Boganey introduced the item, reviewed the City Council's past discussion,
and stated the purpose of the proposed ordinance amendment to allow Dynamic Message Signs
(DMS) for public and semi-public uses (i.e., churches, schools, City Hall, etc.). It was noted this
item was brought forward due to a request from Evergreen Park Elementary School.
Planning and Zoning Specialist Tim Benetti provided details relating to the request by Evergreen
Park Elementary School for a DMS and ordinance amendment language as recommended by the
Planning Commission on a 6-0 vote. He stated staff recommends the City Council grant first
reading and schedule a Public Hearing and second reading on June 10, 2013.
Mayor Willson stated he was pleased with the thorough vetting conducted by the Planning
Commission and that it held an additional meeting to consider public comment. He stated he
received a telephone call from a church about its sign and asked if the grandfathering principle
would allow those signs in place now to remain but if ever changed or upgraded, the new sign
would have to meet the ordinance. Mr. Benetti stated the Planning Commission did address the
grandfathering provision and agreed that if previously approved DMS signs did not meet current
setbacks it would be left alone, however,the interval requirement must be met.
Councilmember Myszkowski noted the vast majority of Public Hearing comments were from
churches and asked whether any residents from the west side of Dupont Avenue attended. Mr.
Benetti stated he does not remember any residents from that neighborhood making comment at
the Public Hearing. He described the general announcement process used for an ordinance
amendment.
Councilmember Myszkowski stated she wants to assure neighboring residents are aware that if
this ordinance is changed, a sign will be installed. Mr. Benetti stated if desired by the City
Council, staff can mail out notification to specific properties in the Evergreen School area.
Mayor Willson asked what this would mean for notification of future sign requests.
Councilmember Myszkowski stated her concern is the close distance of the residential properties
to this proposed sign. Mayor Willson suggested this type of sign require a permitting process so
notification is made to properties within 350 feet.
Mr. Benetti stated the Planning Commission discussed whether to allow this type of sign under a
Special Use Permit (SUP) process so the Public Hearing would be published and written
notification sent. However, updating the DMS sign would not require that process.
City Attorney LeFevere stated he sees no problem with requiring a SUP if the DMS sign is
within 350 feet or a specific distance from residential property. He indicated this is not time
sensitive so he would recommend a conservative approach in not considering first reading until
the ordinance language has been updated and finalized.
Councilmember Ryan asked if anyone expressed concern with the brightness of the sign. Mr.
Benetti stated they did not and many from the church group wanted a brighter sign to increase
public safety but staff does not support having overly bright signs that light up the area. He
indicated that staff has not received complaints relating to DMS signs.
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Councilmember Ryan stated with commercial signs, the ordinance already contains strongly
worded restrictions. But if living adjacent to a commercial property, it is a reasonable
expectation it would have an illuminated sign. However, he would not object if it was referred to
the Planning Commission for review and recommendation.
Motion by Mayor Willson seconded by Councilmember Myszkowski, to direct staff to draft SUP
language if the DMS sign is within a specific distance of residential property and refer it to the
Planning Commission for consideration and Public Hearing.
Councilmember Ryan voted against the same. Motion passed.
10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
10a. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 3401 —3413 47TH AVENUE NORTH (RYAN LAKE APARTMENTS)
Assistant City Manager/Director of Building and Community Standards Vickie Schleuning
advised that 3401 — 3413 47th Avenue North, a 22-unit rental property, was inspected and 52
property code violations (2.36/unit) were cited and ultimately corrected. There have been zero
validated police incidents/nuisance calls within the last 12 months. The property owner received
a Type IV Rental License on January 14, 2013, on condition of adherence to the Mitigation Plan
and City ordinances; however, the owner failed to attend Owners/Managers Association
meetings, turn in monthly updates, and complete security assessment and improvements. The
owner did not meet the conditions of the Type IV Rental License.
Ms. Schleuning reviewed actions taken in regard to this rental license application and indicated
staff has reviewed the Mitigation Plan and held discussion with the property owner and
recommends approval based on meeting standards in the Mitigation Plan and all applicable
ordinances. Ms. Schleuning stated this property is in court appointed receivership; however, the
property ownership has not changed hands. The receivership is responsible to meet all licensing
requirements and attend ARM meetings.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to open the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Steven Schachtman, Steven Scott Management, 5402 Parkville Drive, Minneapolis, stated the
court has appointed his firm as Receiver and as of today, the Mitigation Plan and staffing is in
place and some problem tenants have been evicted. He stated he has completed all life and
safety orders in a timely fashion and will complete outdoor items as weather permits. Mr.
Schachtman stated the only issue of concern is the cost for a trash enclosure and whether it will
be approved by the court. He stated his impression is the receivership will last for a long period
of time.
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Councilmember Kleven moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to close the
hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
1. RESOLUTION NO.2013-54 APPROVING A TYPE IV RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 3401 —3413 47TH AVENUE NORTH (RYAN LAKE APARTMENTS)
Councilmember Kleven moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-54 Approving a Type IV Rental License for 3401 —3413 47th Avenue
North (Ryan Lake Apartments), with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable
ordinances must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10b. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6331-6401-6425 BEARD AVENUE NORTH
Ms. Schleuning advised that 6331-6401-6425 Beard Avenue North was inspected and 75
property code violations (2.08/unit) were cited and ultimately corrected. There has been one
validated police incidents/nuisance call within the last 12 months. The property owner received
a Type IV Rental License on January 14, 2013, on condition of adherence to the Mitigation Plan
and City ordinances; however, the owner failed to attend Owners/Managers Association
Meetings, turn in monthly updates, and complete security assessment and improvements. The
owner did not meet the conditions of the Type IV Rental License. It was noted this property is in
receivership.
Ms. Schleuning reviewed actions taken in regard to this rental license application and indicated
Staff has reviewed the Mitigation Plan and held discussion with the property owner and
recommends approval based on meeting standards in the Mitigation Plan and all applicable
ordinances.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Kleven seconded to open the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Steven Schachtman, Steven Scott Management, 5402 Parkville Drive, Minneapolis, stated the
court has appointed his firm as Receiver and he received correspondence today relating to the
outside items, which he will address with City staff. He stated he sees no problem in correcting
these items and, in fact, had made more property corrections than requested by the City. Mr.
Schachtman stated there have been several evictions of problem tenants and the property
manager has been through the Crime Free Program and has a zero tolerance policy.
Councilmember Myszkowski moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
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1. RESOLUTION NO.2013-55 APPROVING A TYPE IV RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6331-6401-6425 BEARD AVENUE NORTH
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-55 Approving a Type IV Rental License for 6331-6401-6425 Beard
Avenue North, with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable ordinances must
be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10c. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6343 DUPONT AVENUE NORTH
Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide
testimony on this rental license. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a
motion.
Councilmember Myszkowski moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the
issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and Mitigation Plan for 6343 Dupont
Avenue North, with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable ordinances must
be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10d. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 7189 UNITY AVENUE NORTH
Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide
testimony on this rental license. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a
motion.
Councilmember Kleven moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to approve
the issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and Mitigation Plan for 7189
Unity Avenue North, with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable ordinances
must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10e. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE '
FOR 6807 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH, C101
Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide
testimony on this rental license. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a
motion.
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Councilmember Myszkowski moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the
issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and Mitigation Plan for 6807
Humboldt Avenue North, C101, with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable
ordinances must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10L CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6819 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH,A101
Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide
testimony on this rental license. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a
motion.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to approve the
issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and Mitigation Plan for 6819
Humboldt Avenue North, A101, with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable
ordinances must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10g. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6819 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH,A102
Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide
testimony on this rental license. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a
motion.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to
approve the issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and Mitigation Plan for
6819 Humboldt Avenue North, A102, with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all
applicable ordinances must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be
considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
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10h. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6819 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH,A104
Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide
testimony on this rental license. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a
motion.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the
issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and Mitigation Plan for 6819
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Humboldt Avenue North,A 104, with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable
ordinances must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10i. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6819 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH,A201
Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide
testimony on this rental license. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a
motion.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the
issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and Mitigation Plan for 6819
Humboldt Avenue North, A201, with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable
ordinances must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10j. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6819 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH,A203
Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide
testimony on this rental license. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a
motion.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to approve the
issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and Mitigation Plan for 6819
Humboldt Avenue North, A203, with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable
ordinances must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
10k. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 7143 FRANCE AVENUE NORTH
Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide
testimony on this rental license. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a
motion.
Councilmember Myszkowski moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to
approve the issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and Mitigation Plan for
7143 France Avenue North with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable
ordinances must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
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101. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6765 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH
Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide
testimony on this rental license. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a
motion.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved and Councilmember Kleven seconded to approve
the issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and Mitigation Plan for 6765
Humboldt Avenue North, with the requirement that the Mitigation Plan and all applicable
ordinances must be strictly adhered to before a renewal rental license would be considered.
Motion passed unanimously.
11. COUNCIL REPORT
Councilmember Ryan reported on his attendance at the following:
• April 23, 2013, MAC meeting
• April 27, 2013, Volunteers Community Mediation Services 38ffi Anniversary Celebration and
Liberian Nobel laureate Leymah Gbowee's speaking event
• May 4, 2013, Brooklyn Center Prayer Breakfast
• May 6, 2013, Joint City Council meeting with the Financial Commission to receive the audit
report
• May 9, 2013,Northwest Civic Engagement Event sponsored by African Immigrant Services
Councilmember Kleven reported on her attendance at the following:
• April 25, 2013, Planning Commission meeting
• April 27, 2013, Brooklyn Center Women's Club Fundraiser
• April 27,2013, African Coalition Fund Raiser
• April 27, 2013, Volunteers Community Mediation Services 38th Anniversary Celebration and
Liberian Nobel laureate Leymah Gbowee's speaking event
• April 29, 2013, Board of Appeal and Equalization
• May 2, 2013, Volunteer Recognition Breakfast for Robbinsdale School District
• May 4, 2013, Brooklyn Center Prayer Breakfast
• May 6, 2013, Joint City Council meeting with the Financial Commission to receive the audit
report
• May 8, 2013, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council event to recognize volunteers
and community partners
• May 8, 2013,North Hennepin Fire Shared Services Study Meeting
Councilmember Kleven congratulated Mai Vue, Brooklyn Center High School, and Katrina Le,
Park Center High School, for receiving $16,000 Medtronic scholarships and support services.
She then provided an update on the installation of Youth Recreation Center equipment.
Councilmember Myszkowski reported on her attendance at the following:
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• April 27, 2013, MAC meeting
• April 27, 2013, Volunteers Community Mediation Services 380i Anniversary Celebration and
Liberian Nobel laureate Leymah Gbowee's speaking event
• May 4, 2013, Brooklyn Center Prayer Breakfast
• May 6, 2013, Joint Work Session with Financial Commission to receive the audit report
• May 8, 2013, Volunteer Luncheon for CEAP
• May 8, 2013, Park Center Honors Night
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson reported on her attendance at the following:
• April 25, 2013, Brooklyn Center Business Association luncheon
• April 27, 2013, Volunteers Community Mediation Services 38`"Anniversary Celebration and
Liberian Nobel laureate Leymah Gbowee's speaking event
• April 28, 2013, Malmborg's Open House
• April 29, 2013,Board of Appeal and Equalization
• May 4, 2013, Brooklyn Center Prayer Breakfast
• May 6, 2013, Brooklyn Center Business Association Board Meeting
• May 6, 2013, Work Session with Financial Commission to receive the audit report
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson announced the Brooklyn Center Crime Prevention
Program's annual golf tournament on May 17, 2013, at Centerbrook Golf Course and the
Grandview Park Neighborhood Meeting.
Mayor Willson reported on his attendance at the following:
• April 23, 2013, Brooklyn's Alliance for Youth meeting
• April 24-26, 2013, Convening of Cities for Immigrant Integration hosted by New York City
Mayor Bloomberg
• April 27, 2013, African American Action Coalition event
• April 27, 2013, Spoke at Volunteers Community Mediation Services 38h Anniversary
Celebration and Liberian Nobel laureate Leymah Gbowee's speaking event
• April 29, 2013, Board of Appeal and Equalization
• May 2, 2013, Community Mediation Services Anniversary Dinner Event
• May 4, 2013, Cinco de Mayo neighborhood event
• May 6, 2013, Work Session with Financial Commission to receive the audit report
• May 9, 2013,Northwest Civic Engagement Event sponsored by African Immigrant Services
12. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Kleven seconded adjournment of the City
Council meeting at 8:27 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
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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 May
13, 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 May 28, 2013, Regular Session.
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