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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014 04-28 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 APRIL 28, 2014 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 8:08 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, Finance Director Nate Reinhardt, Public Works Director/City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, and Mary Mullen, Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. WATER TREATMENT PLANT—FUNDING AND RATE STUDY (Continued from Study Session) Public Works Director/City Engineer Steve Lillehaug stated that the City Council had requested clarification regarding 10-inch water meters for commercial use. Mayor/President Willson confirmed that it would be helpful for the City Council/EDA to receive information regarding numbers and sizes of larger water meters. Mr. Lillehaug agreed to provide that information. Mayor/President Willson stated he supports Scenario 3 as outlined by Springsted and City staff. Councilmember/Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson stated she hopes residents understand the need for a water treatment plant in Brooklyn Center, and are supportive of this important project. She added she supports the recommendations of City staff and the City's financial consultants. Councilmember/Commissioner Ryan stated the City should follow the recommendation of Springsted Financial Consultants to choose Scenario 3. It was the majority consensus of the City Council/EDA to move forward with Scenario 3 as recommended by City staff and Springsted Consultants, and as outlined in the April 23, 2014, staff memo, with regard to funding for the City's new Water Treatment Plant. 04/28/14 -1- WATER TREATMENT PLANT TOUR FEEDBACK City Manager Curt Boganey explained that the City Council/EDA toured the Andover water treatment plant on March 12, 2014. The purpose of this agenda item is to receive Council feedback. Mayor/President Willson stated he was impressed with the facility and its staff. Mr. Lillehaug stated he had presented video virtual tour of the proposed water treatment plant at the City Council's last meeting. He presented a site plan for the property, which has an apartment complex along its north border. He added City staff is committed to mitigating the impact of the proposed water treatment plant on surrounding land uses. He noted the necessity of a storm water mitigation plan that meets Watershed standards. Mayor/President Willson asked whether rainwater could be collected and treated at the plant, and used to water the grass around the site. Mr. Lillehaug stated he believes it is a good idea, and he agreed to look into it further. Mr. Lillehaug stated plans for the water treatment plant include a large generator on the site, which will allow the City to sustain operation of the plant in case of power failure. He added the generator, similar to the Andover water treatment plant, could be enclosed to control noise levels,with sound attenuators at three different levels. Mayor/President Willson stated he believes the proposed exterior of the building is architecturally pleasing, with the use of brick, stone and pre-cast panels. He asked what kind of stone will be used. Mr. Lillehaug stated it is a naturally fabricated stone made of poured concrete. Mr. Lillehaug stated the water treatment plant's interior will consist of a general office space, lab area, and reception. He added the general layout was designed with issues experienced at the Andover water treatment plant in mind. He noted water will be chemically treated on site, instead of in the City's wells,which is the current process. Mr. Lillehaug stated the front entrance includes a large metal `decorative feature. Mayor/President Willson asked whether the City logo could be placed there. Mr. Lillehaug confirmed this. Councilmember/Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson asked whether solar panels had been considered. Mr. Lillehaug stated solar panels are not cost effective, unless a grant to subsidize the cost can be obtained. He added there is not currently such a grant available. Councilmember/Commissioner Ryan stated he supports the general concept and appearance of the proposed water plant. He stressed the importance of clear and open communication with residents regarding the proposed water treatment plant. Mr. Lillehaug stated that the cost effectiveness of the building's exterior elements was a design priority. 04/28/14 -2- Councilmember/Commissioner Ryan requested that City staff consult with the developer regarding State sales tax rebates on City-purchased items. He added there have been some changes to that program in the legislature, highlighting the importance of proper reporting. Mr. Lillehaug stated the City's sales consultant is aware of the changes to the sales tax rebate program. Councilmember/Commissioner Ryan stated the developer should be aware of the necessity of design adaptability, as new threats to water quality continue to emerge. Mr. Lillehaug agreed, adding the filter area will be designed to accept another cell if additional capacity is required. Councilmember/Commissioner Myszkowski stated she likes the exterior metal elements depicted in the design drawings of the proposed building. She asked whether more green space could be incorporated. Mayor/President Willson agreed, adding the flat roof could be made into a rooftop garden at some point. Mr. Lillehaug stated the concept of a rooftop green space has been considered and implemented on other public structures. He played the video virtual tour of the proposed water treatment plant. Mayor/President Willson thanked Mr. Lillehaug for his presentation. OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE "THE BLIND INSTALLATION AND REPAIR,INC.' PROPERTY LOCATED AT 902—53an AVENUE N. Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel explained that the City has the opportunity to acquire the property located at 902 — 53`d Avenue N, which is being used as a commercial site, but is currently zoned R2. He asked the City Council/EDA to consider this acquisition, and to determine whether they would support using TIF housing funds to acquire the property. It was the majority consensus of the City Council/EDA to direct City staff to proceed with the acquisition of the property located at 902—53`d Avenue N, using TIF housing funds. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember/Commissioner Ryan moved and Councilmember/Commissioner Lawrence- Anderson seconded adjournment of the City Council/Economic Development Authority Work Session at 9:05 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 04/28/14 -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 April 28, 2014. 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 12, 2014,Regular Session. City Clerk Mayor 04/28/14 -4-