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Home My WebLink About2014 07-28 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 JULY 28,2014 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, Assistant City Manager/Director of Building and Community Standards Vickie Schleuning, Police Chief Kevin Benner, Fire Chief Lee Gatlin, City Attorney Troy Gilchrist, and Mary Mullen,TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Mayor Tim Willson opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum. Jimmy Longoria, 113 9t" Avenue North, Hopkins, stated he is a local artist currently completing a mural in Brooklyn Center through Mentoring Peace through Art, a non-profit organization. He thanked the City Council for their support in making this project a reality. He extended an invitation to all residents to visit the project site, and see the mural on the highway sound barrier wall at Earle Brown Elementary School. Mr. Longoria stated a team of 30 young people has been working on the mural, including a guest artist from Taiwan and graduate students from the University of St. Thomas. He added the project has generated a lot of local interest, including visits from Department officials, Target Corporation employees who will complete community service hours, and whole families who come to paint. Connie Fullmer, Executive Director, Mentoring Peace Through Art, invited residents to visit the mural site Mondays through Wednesdays from 9:00 am-5:30 pm until August 13,2014. Don Bumgarner, 7030 Drew Avenue North, stated the City's sign ordinance language is confusing and inconsistent with State statute, with regard to the number of days before an election that campaign signs can be posted. He suggested that the sign ordinance should be amended to read"60 days before any election including a primary election." 07/28/14 -1- Diane Sannes, 7006 Willow Lane, invited the City Council to participate in "Catch a Ride on #723," a limited space bus ride to the Brooklyn Center Transit Center. She added participants will travel round-trip on Bus#723 on Monday,August 11, 2014. She noted the bus will leave at 10:42 am and will feature transportation updates from representatives of the Metropolitan Council and Metro Transit. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 6:58 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Councilmember Myszkowski requested a moment of silence in remembrance of the victims of Africa's deadlyEbola epidemic. She reviewed a Jul 24 2014 New York Times editorial b p Y Y Ken Isaacs, Vice President of the aid organization Samaritan's Purse. She added just weeks after the Brooklyn Center delegation left its Sister City, Voinjama, Liberia, the Ebola virus appeared in the neighboring country of Guinea, and quickly spread to Sierra Leone and Liberia. Mayor Willson stated a recent Star Tribune article noted the death from Ebola of Dr. Samuel Brisbane, Liberia's top health official. He added Ebola is a highly infectious disease for which there is no cure. 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, Public Works Director/City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, Assistant City Manager/Director of Building and Community Standards Vickie Schleuning, Police Chief Kevin Benner, Fire Chief Lee Gatlin, City Attorney Troy Gilchrist, 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 Councilmember Myszkowski moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, as amended, with amendments to the Work Session minutes of July 14,2014, and the following consent items were approved: 07/28/14 -2- 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. July 7, 2014—Joint Work Session with Financial Commission 2. July 14, 2014—Study Session . 3. July 14,2014—Regular Session 4. July 14, 2014—Work Session 6b. LICENSES MECHANICAL Appliance Connections, Inc. 12850 Chestnut Boulevard, Shakopee Bob Kissner Plumbing& Heating 15353 Iodine Street, Ramsey Do Pham, Inc. 3455 124th Circle,NE, Blaine Northern Plumbing and Softening 7401 Central Avenue, Fridley RENTAL INITIAL (TYPE II—two-year license) 6807 Aldrich Avenue N Prosperous Property LLC 6400 Orchard Avenue N Invitation Homes 6900 Um Yue Liu Unity Avenue N RENEWAL (TYPE III—one-year license) 5713 Humboldt Avenue N Janice Biorn RENEWAL (TYPE II—two-year license) 5118 66th Avenue N Scott Hanson 5407 70th Circle Bakary Fatty 1300 72nd Avenue N Marinela& Scott Selseth RENEWAL (TYPE I—three-year license) 6737-43 Humboldt Avenue N Humboldt Square Apartments Humboldt Properties LLC 5120 Drew Avenue N Neng Xi Zhang 6607 Drew Avenue N Jeffrey Davis 4201 Lakeside Avenue#212 First Homes LLC 6424 Marline Drive Charles Bright SIGNHANGER Fish&LaBeau Signs, Inc. 9350 County Road 19, Corcoran 6c. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-100 AMENDING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LEVY ROLL NOS. 18759 AND 18760 TO PROVIDE FOR THE DEFERMENT OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS 07/28/14 -3- 6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-101 ACCEPTING DONATION OF OUTLOT A, BROOKDALE CORPORATE CENTER 6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-102 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN ENCROACHMENT LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR THE NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DRIVEWAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, HENNEPIN COUNTY,MINNESOTA 6f. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-103 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION FOR TEMPORARY SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT NO. T4868183, SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING 6g. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-104 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION FOR TEMPORARY TRAIL EASEMENT NO. T4868184, SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING 6h. APPROVAL OF COMMITTEE TO REVIEW PROFESSIONAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Motion passed unanimously. 7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS 7a. NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL ANNUAL REPORT Mr. Boganey introduced this item and welcomed representatives of Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council (NWHHSC). He invited them to address the City Council. Susan Blood, Executive Director, expressed her appreciation of the successful partnership, which has been established over the years between NWHHSC and its member communities. She introduced members of the Leadership Committee. Anita Perkins, a member of the Senior Leadership Committee, reviewed programs and services available to local residents through the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson thanked Ms. Perkins for her assistance with the Brooklyn Center Housing Commission's Welcome Packets. Councilmember Ryan stated seniors often live alone, and can be vulnerable or unable to care for themselves. He asked how residents can obtain information from NWHHSC regarding programs and resources for local seniors. Ms. Perkins stated the Leadership Committee has information regarding resources that are available for seniors. 07/28/14 -4- Mayor Willson stated there is a strong need in local communities for the services that NWHHSC provides. He added it is a mutually beneficial relationship for both the NWHHSC and the City of Brooklyn Center. Barb Jensen, a member of the Senior Leadership Committee, stated the original Joint Powers Agreement keeps the organization going,and provides invaluable networking opportunities. She reviewed NWHHSC's successful partnerships connecting the programs and services of local nonprofit organizations with the area residents that need them. She added, for instance, the "Seven Up" walking club, organized by NWHHSC in cooperation with Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation, encourages senior citizens to get out and walk together. Lyla Pagels, a member of the Senior Committee, stated it is an honor and privilege to be part of a healthy committee that holds its older citizens in high regard. She added she is a 33-year Brooklyn Center resident as well as an RN. She added the Senior Leadership Committee serves the local senior community through a Caregiver Respite Program at a number of local area churches. Mayor Willson thanked the Senior Leadership Committee for their continued service to the residents of the City of Brooklyn Center. Mandora Young, a member of the NWHHSC Advisory Commission, stated she has learned a lot over the past year, and she is proud to be a part of a dedicated group of volunteers addressing the needs of the community and providing resources and assistance. Ms. Blood stated the Senior Leadership Committee is a group of dedicated volunteers in a unique position to be able to disseminate resources and information. She expressed her appreciation for their hard work and participation. Ms. Blood read a letter from Sharon Kephart, a member of the NWHHSC Advisory Commission, who was unable to attend the meeting. She expressed Ms. Kephart's gratitude at having the opportunity to serve her community through the work of the Advisory Commission. Ms. Blood thanked Mr. Boganey for his leadership as a member of the NWHHSC Executive Board. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Kleven seconded to accept the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Annual Report. Motion passed unanimously. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS -None. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS -None. 07/28/14 -5- 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE FOR 3819 61ST 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 Ryan seconded to approve the issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and mitigation plan for 3819 61s' 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. 10b. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE FOR 270165th 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 Lawrence-Anderson seconded to approve the issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and mitigation plan for 2701 65th 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 6007 GIRARD 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 6007 Girard 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 7033 UNITY AVENUE NORTH 07/28/14 -6- 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 7033 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 7240 WEST RIVER ROAD Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide testimony on this rental license. Nigel (Nedzad) Ceric stated he is the owner of the property at 7240 West River Road. He added he does not have any questions or concerns, but rather wanted to show his willingness to observe the correct process. Mayor Willson thanked him for his concern for his property. 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 7240 West River Road, 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 314149th 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. 1. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-105 APPROVING A TYPE IV RENTAL LICENSE FOR 314149 AVENUE NORTH Councilmember Kleven moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2014-105 approving the issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and mitigation plan for 3141 49th 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. 07/28/14 -7- 10g. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE FOR 6012 YORK 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. 1. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-106 APPROVING A TYPE IV RENTAL LICENSE FOR 6012 YORK AVENUE NORTH Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2014-106 approving the issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and mitigation plan for 6012 York 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. 10h. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSE FOR 5713 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. 1. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-107 APPROVING A TYPE IV RENTAL LICENSE FOR 5713 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2014-107 approving the issuance of a Type IV six-month provisional rental license and mitigation plan for 5713 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 and provided information on the following upcoming events: • July 21, 2014, City Council Budget Work Session with Financial Commission • July 22, 2014,Neighborhood Meeting at Willow Lane Park • August 4,2014, Kick-Off Party for National Night Out at Centennial Park at 6:00 pm • August 5, 2014, National Night Out 2014 — City Councilmembers will visit neighborhood parties throughout Brooklyn Center 07/28/14 -8- • August 12 & 13, 2014, CSI Safety Academy at the Community Center at 6:00 pm, for kids in grades 2-4. Register online, at the Community Center or call 763-569-3400. Councilmember Kleven reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • July 16, 2014, met with senior housing managers from Maranatha, Prairie Lodge, The Crossings and Twin Lake North, and The Crest • July 16,2014, Crime Prevention Program meeting • July 17,2014, Planning Commission meeting • July 21,2014, City Council Budget Work Session with Financial Commission • Councilmember Kleven recently visited the art mural at Earle Brown School with her extended family. She invited residents to visit the site and help paint the mural • July 26, 2014, collected books that were not sold in the Crime Prevention book sale at Brooklyn United Methodist Church to be held for the next book sale (September 12-13, 2014) Councilmember Myszkowski reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • July 21,2014,City Council Budget Work Session with Financial Commission • July 22,2014,Neighborhood Meeting at Willow Lane Park • Councilmember Myszkowski reviewed a July 24, 2014, New York Times editorial by Ken Isaacs, Vice President of the aid organization Samaritan's Purse, regarding the Ebola epidemic in Africa. For more information or to donate money, visit www.samaritanspurse.org Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • July 21,2014, City Council Budget Work Session with Financial Commission • July 22,2014,Neighborhood Meeting at Willow Lane Park • July 23, 2014, Odyssey School Executive Board Meeting; Councilmember Lawrence- Anderson was re-elected as Board Treasurer • July 24, 2014, Brooklyn Center Business Association luncheon featuring a presentation on Shingle Creek Crossing development Mayor Willson reported on his attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • July 21,2014, City Council Budget Work Session with Financial Commission • July 22,2014,Neighborhood Meeting at Willow Lane Park • Mayor Willson reviewed a Star Tribune article on the Ebola outbreak in Africa, and expressed his concern for the people of Voinjama, Liberia, Brooklyn Center's Sister City • Reminder: August 6,2014, City Council Work Session with Financial Commission 12. ADJOURNMENT 07/28/14 -9- Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 7:58 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 07/28/14 -10- 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 July 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 August 11, 2014, Regular Session. City Clerk Mayor 07/28/14 -11-