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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016 02-08 CCM Regular SessionMINUTES 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 FEBRUARY 8,2016 CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS 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 April Graves, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Lin Myszkowski, and Dan Ryan. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, Deputy Director of Building and Community Standards Jesse Anderson, City Attorney Troy Gilchrist, and Denise Bosch, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Mayor Tim Willson opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum. Jane Sandberg, 3413 Woodbine Lane, spoke regarding the proposed sidewalk at 72 n1 and Woodbine. She stated that putting in the sidewalk creates a false sense of safety for children. She stated that she has observed the corner for 40 years and feels that the two existing midblock crossings are sufficient and that the sidewalks would steer children to the intersection and into danger. She would like the vote to be re-addressed. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved and Councilmember Graves seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 6:52 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2.INVOCATION Councilmember Myszkowski offered the invocation. 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 02/08/16 -1- Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers April Graves, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Lin Myszkowski, and Dan Ryan. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, Deputy Director of Building and Community Standards Jesse Anderson, City Attorney Troy Gilchrist, and Denise Bosch, 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, and the following consent items were approved: 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.January 25, 2016— Study Session 2.January 25, 2016 - Regular Session 3. January 25, 2016 - Work Session 6b. LICENSES FIREWORKS PERMANENT Diamond Lake 1994 dba Cub Foods MECHANICAL Aerostar Heating and Air, LLC All Systems Mechanical, LLC Comfort Matters Heating & Cooling RENTAL INITIAL (TYPE II— two-year license) 4806 Twin Lake Avenue Passed w/weather deferral RENEWAL (TYPE III— one-year license) 3613 47th Avenue North, Ryan Creek Manor Passed w/weather deferral 320063 rd Avenue North 3901 Burquest Lane 6925 Regent Avenue North Passed w/weather deferral RENEWAL (TYPE II— two-year license) 3245 County Road No. 10 871 22nd Street SW. Buffalo 2282 Terminal Road, Roseville 11238 River Road NE, Hanover Craig Muckenhirn Drew Kabanuk Adedamola Ogundipe Edwin Ngang Paul Cameron 02/08/16 -2- 5327-29 Queen Avenue North 6337 Bryant Avenue North 4019 Joyce Lane 7030 Regent Avenue North Passed w/weather deferral 4118 Woodbine Lane 5931 Zenith Avenue North Passed w/weather deferral RENEWAL (TYPE I— three-year license) 3305 53' Avenue North 4703 68th Avenue North 2741 Freeway Boulevard 6930 Newton Avenue North 6124 Scott Avenue North Alvin Stachowski My Truong Invitation Homes Douglas Allen Wahl Ron & Jeanette Blasewitz Invitation Homes Lake Pointe Apartments, LLC Bernard McDonough Motel 6, 1460 Desra Widdel Invitation Homes 6c.APPLICATION AND PERMIT FOR TEMPORARY ON-SALE LIQUOR LICENSE SUBMITTED BY THE CHURCH OF ST. ALPHONSUS, 7025 HALIFAX AVENUE NORTH, FOR A SOCIAL EVENT TO BE HELD MARCH 12, 2016 6d.RESOLUTION NO. 2016-25 CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR DISEASED TREE REMOVAL COSTS AND DELINQUENT WEED REMOVAL COSTS Motion passed unanimously. 7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS 7a. RESOLUTION NO. 2016-26 EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF JUDY THORBUS FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE HOUSING COMMISSION Mayor Willson read in full a Resolution expressing recognition and appreciation of Ms. Thorbus' service on the Housing Commission. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Graves seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2016-26 Expressing Recognition and Appreciation of Judy Thorbus for Her Dedicated Public Service on the Housing Commission. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated that the Park and Recreation Commission is getting a really good Commissioner. Mayor Willson commented that Ms. Thorbus has always been dedicated and done well on the Housing Commission. 02/08/16 -3- Motion passed unanimously. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS 8a. PROPOSED USE OF 2016 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS This item was first read on January 11, 2016; published in the official newspaper on January 21, 2016; and is offered this evening for Public Hearing. City Manager Curt Boganey introduced Deputy Director/HRA Specialist Jesse Anderson. Mr. Anderson provided background and an overview of the grant process; information on the 2015 and 2016 fund distributions; and census tracts. He requested direction from the City Council regarding allocation of the CDBG funds. The following agencies submitted for the CDBG Public Service Agency activities/program funding: Household Outside Maintenance for the Elderly (H.O.M.E.) (Senior Community Services) • Requesting $10,000 • Has been a part of the City's CDBG program for 21 years. Meals on Wheels (CEAP) • Requesting $15,000 • Has been a part of the City's CDBG program for 16 years. Tenant Advocacy Services (HOME Line) • Requesting $8,122 • Has been apart of the City's CDBG program for 8 years. Brooklyn Avenues (Avenues for Homeless Youth) • Requesting $10,000 • Has been apart of the City's CDBG program for 2 years. Food and Nutrition Services (CAPI USA) • Requesting $3,684 • Has not received previous funding from the City's CDBG program. Housing Counseling Services (Lao Assistance Center of MN) • Requesting $5,000 • Has not received previous funding from the City's CDBG program. Youth Success Coaching (Yes, Inc.) • Requesting $10,000 • Has not received previous funding from the City's CDBG program. 02/08/16 -4- Student Afterschool Counseling and Activities (Brooklyn Center Timber Bay/Youth Investment Foundation) • Requesting $20,000 • Has not received previous funding from the City's CDBG program. Mr. Boganey went over the two options available to the City Council. Councilmember Myszkowski moved and Councilmember Graves seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Household Outside Maintenance for the Elderly (H.O.M.E.) (Senior Community Services) Representative Valerie Anderson spoke of the number of chore programs for seniors that have been closing their doors in the last few years and that is why the H.O.M.E. program has expanded. She stated that the support from local cities has provided them with a solid foundation and she thanked the City Council for the financial support and partnership. She stated that the number of seniors in Brooklyn Center stands at over 5,000 and the demand for services is growing. She stated that they helped 68 Brooklyn Center seniors this year with the help of volunteers and that volunteers are the backbone of the organization. She talked about the continuing partnership with Brooklyn Center Fire Department assisting with smoke and CO2 detectors, etc. She stated that the services the organization provides help seniors to stay in their homes and that seniors feel safe with their workers. She told a story of a senior that needed her home's exterior painted and how thrilled she was and how she was no longer embarrassed by the exterior of her home. Councilmember Ryan asked if there is greater demand in the community for the services than there are volunteers and money. Ms. Anderson answered affirmatively and will follow-up with Councilmember Ryan with specific numbers. Mayor Willson commented that seniors comprising one-sixth of the population of Brooklyn Center is a high ratio. Councilmember Graves asked about the services the organization provides. Ms. Anderson replied that the organization has a home program, partners with senior centers, has social workers and caregiver outreach, medical insurance counseling, and a variety of other services for seniors and caregivers. Mr. Boganey thanked the applicant for clarifying that the CO2 program with the Brooklyn Center Fire Department would be continued. Meals on Wheels (CEAP) Representative Jill Pettit talked about the number of seniors they serve. She stated that volunteers deliver hot and culturally appropriate meals directly to homes, interact with seniors and do a health check. She stated that this program helps seniors stay in their homes and that 02/08/16 -5- CEAP is dedicated to the seniors in Brooklyn Center through their partnership with Hennepin County and the Osseo School District. They will be piloting a frozen meal program to provide additional meals and 120 seniors in Brooklyn Center use Meals on Wheels. Seniors can also get weekend meals. Meals on Wheels has been serving meals for 30 years and the need will continue to grow with the amount of seniors in Brooklyn Center. Mayor Willson asked about the culturally appropriate meals. Ms. Petit replied that they serve culturally and nutritionally appropriate meals based on a screening process. Mayor Willson commented on the newer program that provides a meal on the weekends. He stated that there is a huge need for seniors to be able to eat on the weekend. Councilmember Ryan asked if CEAP has good connections with the County. Ms. Petit replied affirmatively. Councilmember Ryan asked if the organization had the capability to identify additional needs in the community and if they can communicate them to the City and the County. Ms. Pettit replied affirmatively and stated that they have a good relationship with the County. Councilmember Ryan stated that he is pleased the City can contribute but it is a small player. As local elected officials, we can communicate needs to the federal level. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson commented on her mother-in-law's recent passing and the meals that were provided. She stated her support for the organization. Ms. Pettit stated that the most common thank you note received at CEAP is from seniors regarding the extra touches provided by the volunteers. Tenant Advocacy Services (HOME Line) Representative Mike Vraa stated that the organization provides services to renters in the entire State. He stated that 173 Brooklyn Center residents contacted them last year. Their primary role is to inform renters of their rights and responsibilities. They also do a series of speeches regarding the roles of landlords. He stated that the organization has enjoyed long-term support from the City. Brooklyn Avenues (Avenues for Homeless Youth) No representative in attendance. Food and Nutrition Services (CAP! USA) No representative in attendance. Housing Counseling Services (Lao Assistance Center of MN) Representative Sunny Chanthanouvong stated that there is a large population of Laotians in the City and his organization provides direction and assistance with housing. He talked about the work they do with clients that experience housing issues due to a crisis and the help they provide to clients in navigating the MNsure program. He stated that the organization became a HUD 02/08/16 -6- certified agency in 2009. He stated that the organization plans to provide services to 120-130 clients and that the organization applied for funds from the City last year but did not receive them. Councilmember Ryan spoke about the worthiness of the organization providing assistance to clients to navigate the MNsure system. He asked how many clients they have helped with that. Mr. Chanthanouvong replied that they help people with as many issues as they can. Councilmember Graves encouraged the organization to keep providing services. She asked them not to give up even if they don't get the grant this year. Youth Success Coaching (Yes, Inc.) Representative Evan Reminick and (Yes, Inc.) founder Duannah Siryon addressed the City Council. Mr. Reminick stated that they had requested funds last year and that there had been some concern that their efforts were duplicative of those of the Brooklyn Bridge Alliance. He reported that they have worked extensively with the Brooklyn Bridge Alliance on their organization's planning and they have been mentored by them on best practices. They have developed a model and have entered the grant and fundraising world. They have received a block grant from the City of Brooklyn Park to do program planning and have recently received some local TV coverage on a tutoring program they established in apartment complexes in Brooklyn Park. Their main program of interest is overall success coaching for youth in the communities and they see tutoring as a great way to start. Their ultimate destination is an overall guide for youth on civic engagement, college admission, career paths and home ownership within the communities they live. They hope to receive a CDBG grant allocation to plant seeds for future success. Mayor Willson commented he was given an iPad to donate at a mayors' conference and he donated it to the Yes, Inc. organization. Mr. Siryon thanked the Mayor for his donation. Student Afterschool Counseling and Activities (Brooklyn Center Timber Bay/Youth Investment Foundation) Representative Wayne Thyren stated that his organization has been in the City of Brooklyn Park and now he is exclusively working in the City of Brooklyn Center. He stated that Timber Bay has been around since 1970 and does a lot of mentoring at schools and after school five days a week. They offer support groups for teens and parents and operate Timber Bay Camp in Mille Lacs. He talked about the Athletics to Academics program that improves how students do in school. After their tutoring session, students can come to open gym. He talked about an app that allows them to track students' success and reported that 27% of students involved in the program have increased their math scores and 34% of students have increased their English scores. They also provide transportation. He told a story of a student from Liberia who was offered a job and then a scholarship by a volunteer mentor. 02/08/16 -7- Mr. Siryon talked about a mobile homework program that has been started by Yes, Inc. in Brooklyn Park and duplicated in Brooklyn Center. He told the story of a child that received failing grades on his homework when helped by his parent but when he was helped by a program volunteer he passed. That child expressed his gratitude for their help. Mr. Siryon expressed his hope that the City Council could help with funding. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Graves pointed out that the large population of youth and elderly in the City and the added strategic goal to strengthen and empower youth. She talked about more support being given to youth. She stated that she is not choosing one over the other but would like to see more funding going towards younger residents, which is a larger population. Councilmember Ryan confirmed with Mr. Boganey that the City currently grants out of its general funds $50,000 to support the Brooklyn Bridge Alliance. Mr. Boganey confirmed this amount. Councilmember Ryan stated that he thinks that shows that within our limited resources we are putting our money where our commitment is in a general sense. He stated that it is an anomaly for the City Council to struggle with who they give the limited CDBG dollars to when this is primarily a function of the State and administered through the County. He stated that under the CDBG restrictions, they are only allowed to spend 15 percent of the total allotment on each entity and the County prefers that they choose three providers and no more than four. They are also supposed to make minimum allocations of $7,500. He stated his appreciation of Councilmember Graves's comments about supporting youth and does not want to get in a situation where we are choosing between demographics. He stated he felt it was necessary to convey to the public that there is a limited amount that the City Council can distribute and there are constraints on how it is distributed. Councilmember Myszkowski stated she prefers Option Two, but her concern is that because we are not to exceed three entities the County would say no and we would have to inform one of the entities that they can't get the dollars. She stated that she completely agrees with Councilmember Graves that we have to find more balance between the youth and the elderly. Mr. Boganey stated that staff's view is that the County would approve awarding to four entities. If the City Council decides to award to five entities, then staff would make direct contact with Hennepin County to determine if there is an issue. Councilmember Ryan emphasized that if he had the money to distribute he would like grant funds to all applicants. Councilmember Ryan moved to accept staff's Option One recommendation. 02/08/16 -8- There was no second to the motion. The motion failed. Mayor Willson stated the City Council could direct staff to contact Hennepin County to see if they would accept Option Two. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated that if youth is a priority, the City Council would need to go with Option Two. Mayor Willson stated that he struggles with awarding to four or five entities. He stated that Timber Bay is providing a program that no one else is and to him that may be a good balance with youth and elderly on the grant. He stated he wishes the City had more money to distribute. Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson seconded to direct staff to prepare allocation of the 2016 CDBG funds based on Option Two for formal approval at the February 22, 2016, City Council meeting and to direct staff to check with Hennepin County on the appropriate number of entities. Councilmember Myszkowski disclosed that she sits on the board of CEAP. Councilmember Ryan stated that his advocacy for Option One is purely tactical. The reason he wants Option One is that the organizations under that option are quite stressed for funding. He stated he would support the consensus but would be voting against Option Two. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson stated that we can push the limits and award funds to five entities. She talked about past issues where the City Council has pushed the boundaries including the rental ordinance, the Level III Sex Offender Moratorium, etc. Councilmember Ryan stated that if staff gets feedback from the County that five entities are acceptable, then he would support the resolution. Mayor Willson stated that he has donated to Yes, Inc. and it is a very hard decision with the small amount of CDBG dollars but he tends to lean towards Option Two as well. He wants to hear about the conversation with the County. He stated he has read through the documentation and a couple of the organizations would probably qualify for the minimum $3,500 grant and that could be a possibility next year, but this year he would go with Option Two. Councilmember Ryan voting against the same. Motion passed. 9.PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS None 10.COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS lOa. CONSIDERATION OF TYPE IV 6-MONTH PROVISIONAL RENTAL LICENSES 02/08/16 -9- Mayor Willson explained the streamlined process used to consider Type IV 6-Month Provisional Rental Licenses. Mayor Willson polled the audience and asked whether anyone was in attendance to provide testimony on any of the rental licenses as listed on tonight's meeting agenda. Seeing no one coming forward, Mayor Willson called for a motion on Agenda Items lOal through 10a7. lOal. 5916 ALDRICH AVENUE NORTH 10a2. 5748 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH 100. 3349 49TH AVENUE NORTH 10a4. 5332 LILAC DRIVE NORTH 10a5. RESOLUTION NO. 2016-27 APPROVING A TYPE IV RENTAL LICENSE FOR 6319 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD 10a6. RESOLUTION NO. 2016-28 APPROVING A TYPE IV RENTAL LICENSE FOR 5025 DREW AVENUE NORTH 10a7. RESOLUTION NO. 2016-29 APPROVING A TYPE IV RENTAL LICENSE FOR 5333 DUPONT AVENUE NORTH 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 the following: 5916 Aldrich Avenue North; 5748 Humboldt Avenue North; 3349 49 1h Avenue North; 5332 Lilac Drive North; and to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2016-27 Approving a Type IV Rental License for 6319 Brooklyn Boulevard, RESOLUTION NO. 2016-28 Approving a Type IV Rental License for 5025 Drew Avenue North; and, RESOLUTION NO. 2016-29 Approving a Type IV Rental License for 5333 Dupont Avenue North, with the requirement that the mitigation plans and all applicable ordinances must be strictly adhered to before renewal licenses would be considered. Motion passed unanimously. lOb. MAYORAL APPOINTMENT OF MEMBER TO SERVE ON HOUSING COMMISSION Mayor Willson requested the City Council to consider ratification of the Mayoral appointment of Tamika Baskin, 6042 Ewing Avenue North, to the Housing Commission with a term to expire December 31, 2018. Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson moved and Councilmember Graves seconded to ratify the Mayoral appointment of Tamika Baskin to the Housing Commission. Motion passed unanimously. 02/08/16 -10- 11. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Ryan reported on his attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • January 26, 2016: Minneapolis Northwest Convention and Visitor's Bureau • January 26, 27, 28, 2016: TH 252 Corridor Study Open House • January 28, 2016: Brooklyn Center Business Association Luncheon • January 30, 2016: Legislative Breakfast • February 4, 2016: Former City Attorney Charlie LeFevere's Funeral • February 7, 2016: Brooklyn Center Lions Club Waffle Breakfast • February 9, 2016: Northwest Cities Program Interview Councilmember Msyzkowski reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • January 30, 2016: Asian New Year's Celebration at Park Center Senior High • February 7, 2016: Brooklyn Center Lions Club Waffle Breakfast Councilmember Lawrence-Anderson reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • January 26, 2016: Multicultural Advisory Committee Meeting • January 30, 2016: Asian New Year's Celebration at Park Center Senior High Councilmember Graves reported on her attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • January 26, 2016: Multicultural Advisory Committee Meeting • January 30, 2016: Legislative Breakfast • January 30, 2016: Attended the Grand Opening of Savour Tea Lounge in Brooklyn Park • February 9, 2016: Chaired the Northside Youth Collaborative Meeting • February 16, 2016: Meeting with the Brooklyn Center School District Social Studies Curriculum Design Committee • February 18, 2016: Attending the Young Elected Officials Climate Justice Policy Academy Councilmember Graves reported she had learned that the City has had a relationship with Flint, Michigan, in the past concerning charter schools and it was suggested to her that it would nice for the City to send a letter expressing support. She said if Council Members are interested, she could provide a transcript of the voice mail she received from Barb Jensen. Mayor Willson reported on his attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: • January 29, 2016: Cable 12 Mayor's Two Minute Program • January 30, 2016: Legislative Breakfast • January 30, 2016: Compassionate Care Bill Hearing • February 7, 2016: Lions Club Waffle Breakfast 12. ADJOURNMENT 02/08/16 -11- Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 8:33 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 02/08/16 -12- 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 February 8, 2016. 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 February 22, 2016, Regular Session. City Clerk Mayor 02/08/16 -13-