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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 12, 2014
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 Mary Mullen,
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
Mayor Tim Willson opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum.
Tom Briant, 15560 Boulder Pointe Road, Eden Prairie, stated he is Executive Director of the
National Association of Tobacco Outlets (NATO) which represents stores and retailers that sell
tobacco products. He added he submitted a letter to the City Council, dated April 28, 2014, in
opposition to the City’s proposed ordinance regarding sales of tobacco related products, and
specifically, the language related to cigars. He requested the City Council’s reconsideration of
that section of the ordinance, and that input from the retail community should be obtained before
the final ordinance is approved.
Mr. Briant stated the proposed ordinance’s restriction on the sales of cigars will result in
substantial financial impact for local retailers, as Brooklyn Center residents will travel to nearby
cities to purchase cigars. He requested that approval be delayed for six weeks to allow local
retailers to provide feedback and comments on the proposed ordinance.
Steven Rush, 4567 American Boulevard West, Bloomington, stated he is Director of
Government Relations for Holiday Stationstores, and represents the local Holiday Stationstore at
420 66th Avenue North in Brooklyn Center. He expressed his organization’s disappointment that
they have not been given an opportunity to understand the public policy behind it. He added
75% of cigar sales at their stores will be lost, and he supports Mr. Briant’s request for a
postponement.
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Diane Olson, 2712 O’Henry Road, Brooklyn Center, expressed opposition to a rental license
renewal for 2701 O’Henry Road, which is on the agenda for approval by the City Council. She
added she has spoken about this rental property at previous City Council meetings. She noted
she and her neighbors are requesting that the rental license for this property be denied due to
police action at the property, which is currently still under investigation, as well as safety
concerns for the neighborhood including a day care with small children next door to the property.
Mike Wazwaz, Royal Tobacco, 5625 Xerxes Avenue N, Brooklyn Center, expressed opposition
to the proposed ordinance related to sale of tobacco products. He presented packs of cigars that
he would not be allowed to sell if the ordinance is passed.
Mayor Willson asked whether the cigars are flavored, and how much they cost. Mr. Wazwaz
confirmed that some of the cigars have flavors, adding there are 60 or 70 different kinds of cigars
that he will be unable to sell. He added the cheapest cigar is 99 cents.
Councilmember Ryan asked for Royal Tobacco’s annual gross sales, and what percentage of the
total sales is attributed to cigars. Mr. Wazwaz stated gross sales are around $3 million, with
cigars making up 15-20% of the total sales.
It was the majority consensus of the City Council to close the Informal Open Forum at 6:45 p.m.
2. INVOCATION
Councilmember Myszkowski read a quote from 19th century German theologian Albert
Schweitzer, followed by a moment of silence and reflection: “There is no higher religion than
human service. To work for the common good is the highest creed.”
3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson
at 7:00 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, Interim Finance
Director Nate Reinhardt, 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 Mary Mullen, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
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Councilmember Ryan stated concerns had been raised by a resident during the Informal Open
Forum regarding a rental license. He requested that Item 6b, pertaining to Rental Licenses,
should be moved to the Consent Agenda for further discussion.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to approve the
Agenda and Consent Agenda, as amended, with amendments to the Study Session minutes of
April 28, 2014, and considering Rental Licenses as Item 10g, the following consent items were
approved:
6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. April 28, 2014 – Study Session
2. April 28, 2014 – Regular Session
3. April 28, 2014 – Work Session
4. May 5, 2014 – Continued Board of Appeal and Equalization
6b. LICENSES
MECHANICAL
Candor Companies, Inc. 8919 176th Avenue NE, Forest Lake
Gilbert Mechanical 4451 W 76th Street, Edina
Louis Degidio Services, Inc. 21033 Heron Way, Lakeville
Seasonal Heating & A/C 8565 80th Street N, Stillwater
Southtown Refrigeration, Inc. 6325 Welcome Avenue N, Brooklyn Park
St. Paul Plumbing and Heating 640 Grand Avenue, St. Paul
RENTAL
This item is considered as Council Consideration Item 10g.
SIGNHANGER
Leroy Signs, Inc. 6325 Welcome Avenue N, Brooklyn Park
6c. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-58 ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING A
CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2014-01, 02, 03 AND 04,
WANGSTAD AREA STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS
Motion passed unanimously.
7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS
7a. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-59 RECOGNIZING MAY 11 THROUGH MAY 17, 2014,
AS POLICE WEEK AND MAY 15, 2014, AS POLICE OFFICERS MEMORIAL
DAY
Mayor Willson read in full a Resolution recognizing May 15, 2014 as Peace Officers Memorial
Day; and the week of May 11 through May 17, 2014, as Police Week.
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Mayor Willson asked whether a schedule is available for the memorial at the State Capital, and
whether a Brooklyn Center officer will be participating. He added he would like to visit the
memorial, as he has done for years, but would like to do so when an officer from Brooklyn
Center is there.
Police Commander Tim Gannon stated a schedule should be available in the next few days. He
added Sergeant Garrett Flesland has participated in this event for many years, and he initiates the
process on behalf of Brooklyn Center. Commander Gannon agreed to provide the schedule to
the City Council when it is available.
Councilmember Kleven moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-59, Recognizing May 11 through May 17, 2014, as Police Week and
May 15, 2014, as Police Officers Memorial Day.
Motion passed unanimously.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
−None.
9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
9a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2014-001 SUBMITTED BY THE
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER. REQUEST FOR REZONING FROM R-4
(MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENCE) TO R-1 (ONE FAMILY RESIDENCE) FOR
THE PROPERTY ADDRESSED 7100 CAMDEN AVENUE NORTH
Planning and Zoning Specialist Tim Benetti provided an overview of Planning Commission
Application No. 2014-001 and advised the Planning Commission recommended approval of the
application at its May 1, 2014, meeting.
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked whether there will be room for buses to turn around
on the site. She added there will be many school trips to the facility. Mr. Benetti stated a school
bus could pull into the parking area and turn around. Public Works Director/City Engineer Steve
Lillehaug stated the site plan has been designed so that there will be enough space for a bus to
turn around in the parking area. He added there is also sufficient street parking at this location to
accommodate multiple buses.
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-60 REGARDING THE DISPOSITION OF
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2014-001 SUBMITTED
BY THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER TO REZONE PROPERTIES
FROM R-4 (MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENCE) TO R-1 (ONE FAMILY
RESIDENCE) DISTRICT (PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7100 CAMDEN
AVENUE NORTH)
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Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-60 Regarding the Disposition of Planning Commission Application
No. 2014-001 Submitted by the City of Brooklyn Center to Rezone Properties from R-4
(Multiple Family Residence) to R-1 (One Family Residence) District (Property Located At 7100
Camden Avenue North).
Motion passed unanimously.
2. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY
ORDINANCES REGARDING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF
CERTAIN LAND (7100 CAMDEN AVENUE NORTH)
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to approve first
reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding the Zoning
Classification of Certain Land (7100 Camden Avenue North), and to set second reading and
Public Hearing for June 9, 2014.
Motion passed unanimously.
9b. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2014-002 SUBMITTED BY THE
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER. REQUEST FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT
TO ALLOW FOR A PUBLICLY-OWNED STRUCTURE AND A NON-
COMMERCIAL USE REQUIRED FOR THE PUBLIC WELFARE (A NEW
MUNICIPAL WATER TREATMENT FACILITY) IN THE NEWLY PROPOSED
R1 ZONE
Mr. Benetti provided an overview of Planning Commission Application No. 2014-002 and
advised the Planning Commission recommended approval of the application at its May 1, 2014,
meeting.
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-61 REGARDING THE DISPOSITION OF
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2014-002 SUBMITTED
BY THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA, FOR SPECIAL
USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 27,000 SQ.
FT. WATER TREATMENT AND PRODUCTION FACILITY IN THE R-1
(ONE FAMILY RESIDENCE) ZONING DISTRICT, LOCATED AT 7100
CAMDEN AVENUE NORTH
Councilmember Kleven moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-61 Regarding the Disposition of Planning Commission Application
No. 2014-002 Submitted by the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, for Special Use Permit to
Allow the Construction of a New 27,000 Sq. Ft. Water Treatment and Production Facility in the
R-1 (One Family Residence) Zoning District, Located at 7100 Camden Avenue North.
Motion passed unanimously.
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9c. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2014-003 SUBMITTED BY THE
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER. REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A
SITE PLAN FOR THE CITY’S NEW MUNICIPAL WATER TREATMENT
PLANT
Mr. Benetti provided an overview of Planning Commission Application No. 2014-003 and
advised the Planning Commission recommended approval of the application at its May 1, 2014,
meeting.
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-62 REGARDING THE DISPOSITION OF
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2014-003 SUBMITTED
BY THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR SITE AND BUILDING
PLAN APPROVAL OF A NEW 27,000 SQ. FT. WATER TREATMENT
AND PRODUCTION FACILITY LOCATED AT 7100 CAMDEN AVENUE
NORTH
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to
adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2014-62 Regarding the Disposition of Planning Commission
Application No. 2014-003 Submitted by the City of Brooklyn Center for Site and Building Plan
Approval of a New 27,000 Sq. Ft. Water Treatment and Production Facility Located at 7100
Camden Avenue North.
Motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Willson requested an update on the design and implementation of a tank to capture rain
water that would be used on site. Mr. Lillehaug stated that idea is still being considered, and
further plans and specifications will be presented to the City Council prior to final approval.
9d. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2013-020 SUBMITTED BY THE
GATLIN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY. REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF
A MINOR AMENDMENT TO THE APPROVED SITE PLAN FOR THE
FORMER BROOKDALE MALL FOOD COURT AREA, LOCATED AT 1300
SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING, TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF
BUILDING NO. 8 OF SAID PLANS
Mr. Benetti provided an overview of Planning Commission Application No. 2014-020 and
advised the Planning Commission recommended approval of the application at its May 1, 2014,
meeting.
Councilmember Myszkowski requested clarification regarding the proposed landscape berm.
Mr. Benetti stated the berm proposed by the developer was to be built in lieu of completing
Buildings 8, 9 and 10, and was not intended to be a permanent feature of the site plan. Buildings
8, 9 and 10 were scheduled to be completed sometime in the near future; and the berm would
serve as a short-term screen for the loading dock areas. Councilmember Myszkowski stated she
likes the inclusion of the berm as it adds to the amount of green space in the plan. She added the
site plan includes a specific amount of green space as required by the approved application. Mr.
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Benetti confirmed there will be some greenspace and landscaping along the perimeters of the
new buildings and landscaping within the parking islands.
Councilmember Ryan asked whether the built-out walls for Buildings 9 and 10 will be
permanent. Mr. Benetti responded affirmatively, noting these partial walls will be used for
screening until construction is complete. He added the open areas between the partially built rear
walls and the front parking areas (basically the interior footprints of the buildings) can be
softened with landscaping, and these plantings may be easily transplanted once the buildings are
constructed out.
Mayor Willson stated many residents have commented on the demolition of the food court, and
there are many questions regarding what will happen there. He requested that City staff provide
regular updates on the developer’s progress. Mr. Benetti agreed.
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-63 REGARDING THE DISPOSITION OF
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2013-020 SUBMITTED
BY THE GATLIN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY FOR APPROVAL OF A
MINOR AMENDMENT TO THE APPROVED SITE PLAN FOR THE
FORMER BROOKDALE MALL FOOD COURT AREA, TO ALLOW THE
CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDING NO. 8 OF THE APPROVED SITE
PLANS, LOCATED AT 1300 SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING
Councilmember Myszkowski moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-63 Regarding the Disposition of Planning Commission Application
No. 2013-020 Submitted by the Gatlin Development Company for Approval of a Minor
Amendment to the Approved Site Plan for the Former Brookdale Mall Food Court Area, to
Allow the Construction of Building No. 8 of the Approved Site Plans, Located At 1300 Shingle
Creek Crossing.
Motion passed unanimously.
10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
10a. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT OF MEMBER TO SERVE ON PLANNING
COMMISSION
Councilmember Kleven moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to ratify the
Mayoral nomination of Ms. Katy Harstad, 2912 Mumford Road, to serve on the Planning
Commission, with term to expire December 31, 2014.
Motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Willson stated there is currently an opening on the Housing Commission, and interested
citizens should obtain an application form from City Hall, or on the City website.
10b. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
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FOR 6601 CAMDEN DRIVE
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 6601 Camden
Drive, 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 5755 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 Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to approve the
issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and mitigation plan for 5755
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.
10d. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 5949 XERXES 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
5949 Xerxes 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 5820 LOGAN 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
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motion.
Councilmember Kleven moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the issuance of a
Type IV six -month provisional rental license and mitigation plan for 5820 Logan 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.
10f. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE
FOR 6812 SCOTT 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
6812 Scott 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.
10g. RENTAL LICENSES (Consent Agenda Item 6b)
Mayor Willson requested Councilmember Ryan’s comments on this item. Councilmember Ryan
stated the City Council had heard from a citizen during the Informal Open Forum who has raised
objections to granting a rental license renewal for 2701 O’Henry Road. He requested that City
staff provide a report on the property for the City Council’s review. He recommended that the
license renewal in question be removed from the list of licenses pending further review.
Mr. Boganey stated he and Ms. Schleuning have sufficient information to provide a review of the
license renewal. He added the property owner has met with City staff and is working with the
City to improve the property and address issues that have been brought forward by concerned
neighbors. He noted the rental property is currently vacant.
Mr. Boganey stated City staff applies the Ordinance as written, which allows for a single-family
property to qualify for a Type II license if there are 1-4 property code violations, as determined
by initial inspection, and 0-1 police or nuisance calls. He added, in this case, there were two
property code violations and one police call during the 12-month period.
Mayor Willson stated there does not seem to be any reason to remove this license from the list or
wait for an additional report. Councilmember Ryan agreed. City Attorney Charlie LeFevere
concurred, adding there is no guarantee that neighbors will get along in any case, and the City is
bound to enforce its regulations consistently and fairly.
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Ms. Schleuning stated the City imposes consequences for violations, and the property owner is
moving forward with obtaining more responsible tenants. She added City staff makes
recommendations based on the ordinance language.
Councilmember Myszkowski moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the
following Rental Licenses:
RENTAL
INITIAL (TYPE II – two-year license)
2113 55th Avenue N Invitation Homes
2925 69th Lane N Svetlana Tsurkan
7119 Halifax Avenue N Jami Stromberg
7225 Major Avenue N Kin Chew
RENEWAL (TYPE III – one-year license)
5025 Drew Avenue N Ryan Ferguson
Did not meet plan requirements; missing CPTED
7018 France Avenue N Gary Brummer
6777 Humboldt Avenue N Andrey Ryvlin
Did not meet plan requirements; missing CPTED
5518 Irving Avenue N Tsongna Yang
Did not meet plan requirements; missing CPTED
RENEWAL (TYPE II – two-year license)
7200 Camden Avenue N Sean Bannerman
Evergreen Park Manor
5000 France Avenue N Dean Gannon
4703 68th Avenue N Bernard McDonough
3612 55th Avenue N Lutheran Social Service of MN
2928 67th Lane N Benjamin/Nicole Tramm
5819 Knox Avenue N Gary Brummer
Passed w/Weather Deferral
4724 Lakeview Avenue Rebecca Hernandez
3019 Mumford Road Morris Matthews
2701 O’Henry Road Sherman Kho
5307 Penn Avenue N Ben Dossman IV
6912 Unity Avenue N Geri Williams
4900 Zenith Avenue N Invitation Homes
RENEWAL (TYPE I – three-year license)
6101-11-13 Beard Avenue N James and Bobbie Simons
5547 Lyndale Avenue N Dragon Property Mgmt
5601 Lyndale Avenue N Dragon Property Mgmt
5317 72nd Circle Alkis Michaelides
6117 Beard Avenue N Cynthia Douglas
6330 Kyle Avenue N Nicholas Smith
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4104 Lakeside Avenue Mindy Mazzuco
4201 Lakeside Avenue #106 Warsono Widjaja
5836 York Avenue N Courtney Tran
Motion passed unanimously.
11. COUNCIL REPORT
Councilmember Ryan reported on his attendance at the following and provided information on
the following upcoming events:
• April 29, 2014, planning meeting for Crime Prevention Book Sale Fundraiser
• May 1, 2014, interview with TV Channel 12 to be included in a news feature regarding the
City’s new tobacco licensing ordinance
• May 1, 2014, Lions Club meeting, presented “State of the City” in the absence of Mayor
Willson
• May 5, 2014, Board of Appeal and Equalization Reconvene
• May 8, 2014, Association for Responsible Management (ARM) meeting
• May 16, 2014, 17th Annual Crime Prevention Association Fundraiser Golf Tournament at
Centerbrook Golf Course
• May 20, 2014, Southeast Area Neighborhood Meeting from 6:00-7:30 p.m. hosted by City
Council and City staff (first of four planned neighborhood meetings)
Councilmember Kleven reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on
the following upcoming events:
• April 29, 2014, planning meeting for Crime Prevention Book Sale Fundraiser (September 12-
13, 2014)
• May 3, 2014, Brooklyn Center Prayer Breakfast with Keynote Speaker Reverend Rachel
Morey
• May 5, 2014, Board of Appeal and Equalization Reconvene
• May 7, 2014, Crime Prevention Association meeting
• May 8, 2014, Robbinsdale Area Schools Recognition Breakfast, featuring Keynote Speaker
Robert Berdahl, local actor and Cooper High School alumni
• May 10, 2014, Medtronic Wallin Scholars Program scholarships awarded to 10 local
students, including Nastya Popova, Brooklyn Center High School, and Amy Yang, Park
Center High School
• Pearle Vision Center, 5515 Xerxes Avenue North, is open for business during renovation
• August 1, 2014, North Memorial Medical Clinic will relocate to their new facility near the
Army Recruiting Center
Councilmember Myszkowski reported on her attendance at the following and provided
information on the following upcoming events:
• May 5, 2014, Board of Appeal and Equalization Reconvene
• May 9, 2014, Sister City Voinjama, Liberia, meeting with Mayor Willson, Mr. Boganey and
Reverend Alexander Collins
• May 21, 2013, Highway 252 Study Open House at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers
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• May 27, 2014, next Regular City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday after Memorial
Day)
• June 26, 2014, Earle Brown Days begins with parade on Dupont Avenue North (59th Avenue
to 69th Avenue)
Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson reported on her attendance at the following and provided
information on the following upcoming events:
• May 5, 2014, discussion with Advanced Civics class at Brooklyn Center High School
• May 5, 2014, Brooklyn Center Business Association Board Meeting – accepted $1,500 check
for High School score board. Thanks to Rotary and Lions Clubs for their contributions
• May 5, 2014, Conclusion of Local Board of Appeal and Equalization
• May 15, 2014, start of FBI Citizens Academy
• May 16, 2014, 17th Annual Crime Prevention Association Fundraiser Golf Tournament at
Centerbrook Golf Course
Mayor Willson reported on his attendance at the following and provided information on the
following upcoming events:
• April 30, 2014, met with Abdullah Kiatamba, African Immigrant Services
• May 1, 2014, discussion with Civics Class at Brooklyn Center High School
• May 3, 2014, Brooklyn Center Prayer Breakfast
• May 5, 2014, Board of Appeal and Equalization Reconvene
• May 7, 2014, Lioness Club meeting, presented “State of the City”
• Recently received an update from local artist Jimmy Longoria – working on a mural on the
Highway 100 sound barrier behind Earle Brown Elementary School
• May 9, 2014, Sister City Voinjama, Liberia, meeting with Mayor Willson, Mr. Boganey and
Reverend Alexander Collins
• Encouraged residents to consider serving on the Brooklyn Center Housing Commission –
applications are available at City Hall and on the City website
12. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Kleven seconded adjournment of the City
Council meeting at 8:23 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
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
12, 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 27,2014, Regular Session.
City Clerk Mayor
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