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Home My WebLink About2014 10-27 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 OCTOBER 27, 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, 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. No one wished to address the City Council. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 6:46 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Mayor Willson stated that Brooklyn Center's sister city of Voinjama, Liberia, has been greatly affected by the deadly Ebola outbreak in West Africa. He requested a moment of silence and reflection in memory of people in Liberia who have passed away as a result of the Ebola outbreak. 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. He welcomed back Councilmember Kleven, who had an accident at home in August and has been absent for several months. 4. ROLL CALL 10/27/14 -1- Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Carol Kleven, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Lin Myszkowski, and Dan Ryan. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Planning and Zoning Specialist Tim Benetti, Assistant City Manager/Director of Building and Community Standards Vickie Schleuning, City Clerk Sharon Knutson, 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 Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, and the following consent items were approved: 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. October 13, 2014—Study/Work Session 2. October 13, 2014—Regular Session 6b. 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RESOLUTION NO. 2014-145 REJECTING BIDS, CENTENNIAL CIVIC AND VETERANS MEMORIAL AMPHITHEATER 6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-146 AUTHORIZING THE COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES, RECREATION AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDING THROUGH THE HENNEPIN YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAM 6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-147 APPROVING THE CONTRACT FOR INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS (IUOE) LOCAL 49 (PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE) AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR THE CALENDAR YEARS 2015-2016 Motion passed unanimously. 7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS 7a. PROCLAMATION DECLARING OCTOBER 27, 2014, TO BE DESIGNATED AS RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS DAY Mayor Willson introduced this item and called for a motion. Councilmember Myszkowski moved and Councilmember Kleven seconded to approve PROCLAMATION Declaring October 27, 2014 to be designated as Random Acts of Kindness Day. Motion passed unanimously. 7b. RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS PRESENTATION OF RECOGNITION AND CERTIFICATE CEREMONY 10/27/14 -3- Councilmembers read nominations and Mayor Willson presented certificates to the following recipients in recognition of their Random Acts of Kindness: Bill Miller; Walter Horstman and Jane Oliver; Bee Yang Family; Pat Swanson, Brooklyn United Methodist Church; Phil and Carole Nelson, AGAPE Food Distribution; Principal Todd Tischer, Garden City Elementary School and Superintendent Kate McGuire, Osseo ISD No. 279; Dana Anderson, Cub Foods; Steve DeWenter and DeAnna Rodriguez, Restaurant Depot; Vino Ambrose, The UPS Store; Maria Isabel Ambriz-Espinoza; Perpetua Jones; Kate Hauer, Mobile Loaves & Fishes and Craig Housworth,New Life Church of Woodbury; and Diane Sannes. Mayor Willson congratulated the recipients of the Random Acts of Kindness Recognition, and thanked them for their contributions to the community of Brooklyn Center. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS -None. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS 9a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2014-015, SUBMITTED BY THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE GRADING AND PLACEMENT OF FILL MATERIAL IN THE FLOODWAY DISTRICT, LOCATED IN CENTENNIAL PARK (6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY). Planning and Zoning Specialist Tim Benetti provided an overview of Planning Commission Application No. 2014-015, Special Use Permit for proposed fill material in Centennial Park. He added City Engineers have determined that a berm would be a cost-effective and suitable solution. He advised the Planning Commission recommended approval of the application at its October 16, 2014, meeting. Councilmember Myszkowski asked whether the weight of a berm would result in more sinking over time. Mr. Benetti stated the berm would be shallow and the weight would be distributed. He added the berm would be the first step in a long-term solution, which could be analyzed over a period of years. Councilmember Ryan stated he reviewed the Planning Commission minutes regarding this issue, and a property homeowner commented during the Public Hearing that he is concerned that the berm would push water onto his property. Mr. Benetti stated the berm will be designed so that there will not be any impact on the residential properties that border the park. Councilmember Ryan requested clarification regarding the possibility of pumping in the event of a flood. Mr. Benetti stated temporary pumps might be used in such a case, but there would be minimal flooding as a result of the berm. He added alternative methods of flood mitigation can be pursued if the berm is not effective. 10/27/14 -4- Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated the resident had asked whether he should purchase flood insurance. Mr. Benetti stated the structure on the property is not located in the flood plain and therefore would not require flood insurance. 1. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-148 REGARDING THE DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2014-015, SUBMITTED BY THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE GRADING AND PLACEMENT OF FILL MATERIAL IN THE FLOODWAY DISTRICT, LOCATED IN CENTENNIAL PARK (6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY) Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Kleven seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2014-148 Regarding the Disposition of Planning Commission Application No. 2014-015, Submitted by the City of Brooklyn Center for Special Use Permit to Allow the Grading and Placement of Fill Material in the Floodway District, Located in Centennial Park (6301 Shingle Creek Parkway). Motion passed unanimously. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS -None. 11. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Ryan reported on his attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • October 14, 2014, met with Brooklyn Center homeowner regarding concerns related to MPCA ground water contamination clean-up east of Logan Avenue; awaiting results of MPCA testing • October 14, 2014, Emergency Special EDA meeting • October 19, 2014, memorial service for victims of Ebola in West Africa • October 20, 2014, City Council Budget Work Session with Financial Commission • October 15, 2014, Feed the Need food drive sponsored by LEAP, local stores including Cub Foods and Wal-Mart • October 25, 2014, Odyssey Academy Pancake Breakfast Councilmember Kleven reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • August 21, 2014, Councilmember Kleven suffered an accident at home and has been unable to attend recent City Council meetings. She extended her thanks to everyone who sent their best wishes and offered prayers of support. Councilmember Myszkowski reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • October 14, 2014, Emergency Special EDA meeting 10/27/14 -5- • October 20, 2014, CEAP Board Meeting • October 21, 2014, Park and Recreation Commission meeting • October 21, 2014, visited the Luther Dealership and saw the newly installed fence along Brooklyn Boulevard • October 27, 2014, Brooklyns Youth Council meeting Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • October 14, 2014, Emergency Special EDA meeting • October 14, 2014, Open House at The Crest • October 20, 2014, City Council Budget Work Session with Financial Commission • October 22, 2014, Odyssey Board Meeting • October 23, 2014, Brooklyn Center Business Association Luncheon, featuring Special Olympics presentation by Police Department representatives • October 25, 2014, Odyssey Academy for Pancake Breakfast and Health& Wellness Fair Mayor Willson reported on his attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • Mayor Willson welcomed Councilmember Kleven back to the City Council after an extended absence following an injury sustained at home • October 14, 2014, visited Jodi Vallencourt's 4t' grade class at Earle Brown Elementary School along with two School Board members • October 14, 2014, Emergency Special EDA meeting • October 14, 2014, Open House at The Crest • October 20, 2014, City Council Budget Work Session with Financial Commission • October 23, 2014, Hennepin County Sherriff s Office - Tribute to Extraordinary Citizens, including Senator Chris Eaton • October 25, 2014, Odyssey Academy Pancake Breakfast • October 25, 2014, Hmong Halloween Celebration in Brooklyn Park 12. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 7:51 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 10/27/14 -6- 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 October 27, 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 November 10, 2014, Regular Session. r J City Clerk Mayor 10/27/14 -7-