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Home My WebLink About2014 06-09 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 JUNE 9, 2014 CITY HALL—COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at 6:00 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, 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, Police Chief Kevin Benner, and Carla Wirth,TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS Councilmember Ryan requested discussion on Item 9a, Planning Commission Application No. 2014-005 submitted by Robbinsdale Area School District No 281 for Site Plan and new parking and bus turn around areas for Northport Elementary School located at 5421 Brooklyn Boulevard, in particular that this agenda item does not include a public hearing. However, it may be the case that more than one concerned resident will be in attendance and wish to provide testimony. He asked whether the Council would consent to accepting public input, perhaps following staff's presentation. Mayor Willson stated he will assess this request at that time in the meeting. Councilmember Ryan stated his impression the concern relates to existing cut through traffic. He asked the Council to be cognizant of those concerns and entertain public comment. Councilmember Kleven commented on Item 6b, Rental Licenses, in particular that the list includes five three-year licenses, eight two-year licenses, and six one-year licenses. She complimented staff for their work that has resulted in longer license terms. Councilmember Myszkowski noted several typographical errors in the meeting packet: Agenda Item 6c, first page, Background, second paragraph, last sentence, "total of 420 round trips provided.;" and, Agenda Item 9a, Page 1, Background, second line indicates ISD #282 and it should be ISD #281. Mayor Willson noted a typographical error in Agenda Item 6c, first page, Background, second paragraph, second to the last sentence, "number of individuals served each month." 06/09/14 -1- Added Council Agenda Item Mayor Willson added Agenda Item 7a, Minnesota Senate Resolution No. 261 commemorating the lives and work of recently deceased senators that included former Brooklyn Center Mayor and Senator, The Honorable Dean A. Nyquist. The Council thanked Mayor Willson for recognizing Mr.Nyquist's contribution in this way. MISCELLANEOUS Landscaping at Shingle Creek Crossing Councilmember Myszkowski stated a resident had asked whether all of the landscaping is completed at Shingle Creek Crossing. City Manager Curt Boganey explained that due to severe winter weather, some plantings have died, some have been replaced, but some have not yet been replaced. He stated the City has changed its process relating to winterkili and in the future, some plantings may be replaced but no major changes are planned for this growing season. Complaint of Tall Grass Mayor Willson reported he received a complaint of tall grass at 6930 Oliver Avenue North. Mr. Boganey stated staff will check that property. Councilmember Ryan stated there is also tall grass at 6031 Brooklyn Boulevard, which may be vacant at this time. Code Enforcement Action Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson asked what is happening with the house at Brooklyn Boulevard and 63rd Avenue North. Mr. Boganey stated staff is working with the property owners, who have been cooperative. He stated all enforcement activity is being done by the City. Assistant City Manager/Director of Building and Community Standards Vickie Schleuning described the remediation that has occurred and stated the property owner removed the vehicles. Victoria Townhomes Councilmember Ryan provided staff with a letter he received from a resident's association relating to Victoria Townhomes. Update on Crime Trends Councilmember Ryan requested an update on recent crime trends. Mr. Boganey stated he will provide that information to the Council and indicated that violent crime is down substantially. Mayor Willson stated he will provide staff with information about including a crime map on the City's website. Mr. Boganey stated the City's website currently has that feature. Upcoming Meetings Mayor Willson announced the following meetings: June 10, 2014,Northport Park Neighborhood meeting; June 12, 2014, North Hennepin Post Legislative update meeting at Embassy Suites; and, June 27, 2014, Panda Express Grand Opening. Mayor Willson stated he will be out of town starting on June 18, 2014, and returning on June 23, 2014, so he is unable to attend that night's Council meeting. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated she will be out of town June 16-17, 2014, but will have phone and e-mail access during that time. 06/09/14 -2- DISCUSSION OF WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEMS AS TIME PERMITS REVIEW OF CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES Mr. Boganey introduced the subject and stated it is the City's policy to request proposals for civil legal services as part of a four-year cycle. He stated staff found the services provided by Kennedy & Graven are of high quality, responsive, and have met the needs of the City. In addition, the cost comparisons indicate Kennedy & Graven costs are reasonable. Mr. Boganey requested Council direction whether or not to go forward with requests for proposals for civil legal services as part of a four-year cycle or to defer the process. Mayor Willson noted Kennedy& Graven is the premier municipal law firm in Minnesota so they are very adept in that work. He stated support to extend that firm's contract with the City for another cycle. The unanimous consensus of the City Council was to defer the process and not seek requests for proposals for civil legal services and to authorize Mr. Boganey to enter into discussions with Kennedy& Graven for a renewed contract. GATLIN DEVELOPMENT PUD AMENDMENT REQUESTS Mayor Willson referenced Agenda Items 9b and 9d relating to requests of Gatlin Development Company for amendments to the Shingle Creek Planned Unit Development (PUD) to create restaurant sites-, He asked whether the two restaurant pads were being relocated and if the intent was for a sit-down restaurant or a drive-thru. Mr. Eitel explained that the relocated restaurant pad sites are closer to the sidewalk and along the creek and there would be no room for a drive-thru window. Mayor Willson commended staff for this proposal. However, he was concerned that each time the Council receives documentation, it mentions drive-thrus yet the Council had been clear since the beginning that it did not support that type of restaurant in this location. Mr. Boganey stated the Planning Commission shared that same concern. Mr. Eitel reviewed the number of drive-thrus identified within the overall Master PUD and indicated the requested amendments will increase that number. He stated Mid-America has indicated the market supports restaurants such as Schlotzsky's and Jimmy John's, restaurants that want a drive-thru. He reviewed the square footage measurements of the proposed buildings and indicated that the building pads along the Creek do not have room for a drive-thru. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to close the Study Session at 6:37 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 06/09/14 -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 Study/Work Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on June 9, 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 June 23, 2014, Regular Session. City Clerk Mayor Of-0 �� 06/09/14 -4-