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Home My WebLink About2013 05-28 CCM Study 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 STUDY SESSION MAY 28, 2013 CITY HALL—COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 6:03 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, Fire Chief Lee Gatlin, and Carol Hamer, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS Councilmember Ryan requested the following correction to the Work Session minutes of May 13, 2013: Page 2, Third Paragraph from Bottom: Councilmember/Commissioner Ryan stated that he would not have eefisidefed eaf eing this elesely; he might not have chosen the specific height that is in the ordinance; however, it is in the ordinance and needs to be enforced. It was the majority consensus of the City Council to accept the correction the May 13, 2013, Work Session minutes. Councilmember Ryan requested discussion on agenda item 6.c, in particular, clarification on the final payment amount of$10,008.35. City Manager Curt Boganey explained that the original award amount was estimated at $1,656,282.41. With the final payment of $10,008.35 the final project cost will be $1,583,295.12,which is lower than the original estimate. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson requested discussion on item 10.a, in particular the issue highlighted in the proposed resolution to eliminate the remaining single-family units in the study area along Brooklyn Boulevard. Mayor Willson explained that over time, the City has purchased a number of properties in this corridor. He stressed that the elimination of single-family units in this corridor will not involve 05/28/13 -1- the use of eminent domain, condemnation, etc., and that over time individuals may be willing to sell these properties for fair or appreciative market value. Mr. Boganey noted that the Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Study Plan that will be adopted by the proposed resolution is a goal and a vision,but not the detail on specific strategies that would be employed. The likely options available for the elimination of single family uses in this corridor are attrition,voluntary sales, etc. Councilmember Myszkowski requested discussion on items 6.d and 6.e, in particular clarification on the statement in the staff report "Given the nature of the delay, staff is recommending that a twelve month extension be granted..." Mr. Boganey explained that "Given the nature of the delay" refers to the City working with the developer to allow them to meet their platting requirements, and that staff does not want to put the developer in the position of starting the platting process over again given that the developer is working towards completing the required work. He stated he would characterize this as a technicality, and that it is not reflective of issues or concerns with the development in and of itself. In answer to the broader question, the marketing of the project may not be going as swiftly as the developer would have hoped, but construction is ongoing with buildings expected to be completed by mid-fall with tenants expected in many of those buildings before the holidays. There is an item coming before the Planning Commission for a Panda Express that should be under construction this year. The City received a revised plan today from the developer proposing substantial modifications to the food court, which will be coming before the City Council shortly. Council Members expressed their support to review changes the developer feels are needed to make the project successful, while ensuring that any changes are deemed appropriate for the site. MISCELLANEOUS Stabilized and Improved Residential Neighborhoods Report/Vacant Properties Councilmember Kleven requested verification on the time period for the 16 homes listed in the Stabilized and Improved Residential Neighborhoods Report as having closings. Mr. Boganey stated he believes the timeframe is within the past 12 months and he will confirm this with the Council. Councilmember Kleven stated she has been informed that the vacant house next to her home will have activity by August 1 st of this year. Potential Sister City Relationship Councilmember Myszkowski stated she was approached to see if the City has an interest in a potential sister city relationship with Kenya, Africa. Mayor Willson stated his preference to see the current sister city relationship through to fruition prior to initiating a new sister city relationship. 05/28/13 -2- Positive Community Survey Results Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson commented on the positive responses received on the recent community survey in relation to Grandview Park. Potential African American Center Mayor Willson stated he has been approached regarding the potential of locating an African American Center in one of the City's less than utilized strip malls. Things mentioned were small businesses, meeting places, and non-profits. He stated he finds the premise appealing with what he heard while in New York and what other cities are doing with immigrant small businesses. He requested that Mr. Boganey schedule a Study Session item on the topic. City Emergency Plan Councilmember Kleven questioned if the City is prepared for an emergency situation like an F4 tornado,noting the recent tragedy in Oklahoma. Mayor Willson noted that the City has a full emergency plan that the Fire Chief and Police Chief are involved in. In addition, the City has a number of mutual aid agreements with other cities and tries to keep a reserve in the General Fund for emergencies. DISCUSSION OF WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEMS AS TIME PERMITS JOINT FIRE SERVICE STUDY UPDATE Fire Chief Lee Gatlin presented an overview of the Executive Summary of the Emergency Services Consulting International Shared Services Study incorporating the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Maple Grove, Osseo, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, and the West Metro (serving Crystal and New Hope). ADJOURN STUDY SESSION TO INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to close the Study Session at 6:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. RECONVENE STUDY SESSION Councilmember Kleven moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to reconvene the Study Session at 6:46 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. JOINT FIRE SERVICE STUDY UPDATE—CONTINUED 05/28/13 -3- Mr. Gatlin continued the presentation and answered questions of the City Council on the Executive Summary of the Emergency Services Consulting International Shared Services Study. Discussion on this item continued and reached conclusion during the May 28, 2013, Work Session. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to close the Study Session at 7:00 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 05/28/13 -4- 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 Study/Work Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on May 28, 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 June 10, 2013, Regular Session. d4jqwAasw"0 City Clerk Mayor 05/28/13 -5-