HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009 01-12 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
JANUARY 12, 2009
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 Kay Lasman, Tim Roche, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich.
Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Director of Fiscal & Support Services Dan Jordet,
Public Works Director/City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Community Development Director Gary
Eitel, Assistant to the City Manager Vickie Schleuning, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, City Clerk
Sharon Knutson, and Carol Hamer, 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 Lasman seconded to close the Informal Open
Forum at 6:47 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
2. INVOCATION
Fr. Brian Gillis of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church provided the Invocation.
ADMINISTER CEREMONIAL OATH OF OFFICE
City Clerk Sharon Knutson administered the Oath of Office to Councilmembers Kay Lasman
and Tim Roche.
3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order by Mayor Tim Willson at
7:05 p.m.
4. ROLL CALL
Mayor Tim Willson and Councilmembers Kay Lasman, Tim Roche, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich.
Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Director of Fiscal & Support Services Dan Jordet,
Public Works Director/City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Community Development Director Gary
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Eitel, Assistant to the City Manager Vickie Schleuning, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, City Clerk
Sharon Knutson, and Carol Hamer, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the Agenda and
Consent Agenda, and the following consent items were approved:
6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. December 8, 2008
- Study Session
2. December 8, 2008
- Regular Session
3. December 8, 2008
- Work Session
4. December 8, 2008
- Executive Session
6b. LICENSES
BOWLING ALLEY
AMF Earle Brown Lanes
FIREWORKS - PERMANENT
Cub Foods
Target Corporation
GARBAGE COLLECTION VEHICLE
Garbageman, Inc.
GASOLINE SERVICE STATION
Brookdale Citgo
Brooklyn Center Municipal Garage
Brooklyn Center Service, Inc.
Boulevard Enterprises, Inc.
Holiday Stationstores, Inc.
Metropolitan Council Metro Transit
Qwest Communications
SuperAmerica 43192
SuperAmerica #4058
SuperAmerica #4160
MECHANICAL
NAC Mechanical
The Maintenance Team
PUBLIC DANCE
AMF Earle Brown Lanes
6440 James Circle
3245 Co Rd No 10
6100 Shingle Creek Parkway
401 11th Avenue South #200, Hopkins
5710 Xerxes Ave N
6844 Shingle Creek Parkway
6849 Brooklyn Blvd
5300 Dupont Ave N
42066 1h Ave N
6845 Shingle Creek Parkway
6540 Shingle Creek Parkway
6950 Brooklyn Blvd
1901 57th Ave N
6545 West River Road
1001 Labore Industrial Ct,
Vadnais Heights
10250 Valley View Rd, Eden Prairie
6440 James Circle
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RENTAL
INITIAL
1601 68th Ln N
2907 64th Ave N
3224 67th Ave N
5418 70th Cir
4009 73`d Ave N
6315 Brooklyn Blvd
5609 Bryan Ave N
5812 Camden Ave N
5307 Emerson Ave N
6712 Emerson Ave N
7042 Emerson Ave N
5636 Fremont Ave N
6807 Humboldt Ave N C101
6807 Humboldt Ave N C102
6807 Humboldt Ave N C 103
6807 Humboldt Ave N C204
6807 Humboldt Ave N B102
6807 Humboldt Ave N B301
6807 Humboldt Ave N B304
6807 Humboldt Ave N A102
6807 Humboldt Ave N A201
6807 Humboldt Ave N A202
6807 Humboldt Ave N A204
5746 Irving Ave N
5730 June Ave N
5524 Logan Ave N
5401 Morgan Ave N
6148 Noble Ave N
6343 Orchard Ave N
6125 Scott Ave N
6401 Scott Ave N
RENEWAL
540163" Ave N
700-890 66th Ave N
Georgetown Park Townhouses
Specific exterior items remain to be
done. Weather deferral is through May
31, 2009
6700 Orchard Ln N
Marvin Garden Townhomes
5207 Twin Lake Blvd E
5300-04 Vincent Ave N
2318 55th Ave N
5101 Eleanor Ln
6343 Emerson Ave N
6823 Fremont PI N
Miesha Allen
Chudi Igbanugo
Haymant Dasrath
Douglas Wahl
Usbelia Dora
Raymond He
Mai Vang
Roberto Rodriguez
Jeff Theisen
Azeem Begum
John Hicks
Samer Alamy
William Lind
William Lind
Raymond Charest
William Lind
William Lind
Raymond Charest
Richard Edlich
William Lind
William Lind
Margaret Berlin
William Lind
Kathy Becker
David Holt
Kyle Klawiter
Amit Kirdatt
Jose Mendoza
Thomas & Dawn Mould
David Rosenberg
Glenn Berscheit
John Schwarz
Wiensch Construction
Redevco Marvin Garden Ltd
David Ulhorn
Steven & Debra Elhardt
Helen Osonowo
Michael Potaczek
Michael Meyer
Duane Carter
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SECONDHAND GOODS DEALER
CD Warehouse 6072 Shingle Creek Pkwy
GameStop #535 6068 Shingle Creek Pkwy
GameStop #1704 1307 Brookdale Center
TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT
Amarose Gifts
1108 Brookdale Center
American Legion Post 630
6110 Brooklyn Blvd
Brookdale Citgo
5710 Xerxes Ave N
Brooklyn Center Municipal #1
5625 Xerxes Ave N
Brooklyn Center Municipal #2
6930 Brooklyn Blvd
Brooklyn Center Service, Inc.
6849 Brooklyn Blvd
CVS Pharmacy #1683
5801 Brooklyn Blvd
Cub Foods
3245 Co Road 10
Holiday Stationstores, Inc.
420 66' Ave N
Musaab Inc.
6890 Shingle Creek Pkwy
Royal Tobacco
6930 Brooklyn Blvd
Sankhar Forex, Inc.
5808 Xerxes Ave N
Sun Foods
6350 Brooklyn Blvd
SuperAmerica #3192
6950 Brooklyn Blvd
SuperAmerica #4058
1901 57' Ave N
SuperAmerica #4160
6545 West River Road
Value Food
6804 Humboldt Ave N
Walgreen Company
6390 Brooklyn Blvd
6c. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-01 DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER
6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-02 DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY
FUNDS
6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-03 APPOINTING BROOKLYN CENTER
REPRESENTATIVES TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND/OR BOARD OF
DIRECTORS OF THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE ALLIANCE FOR YOUTH,
FIVE CITIES SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PROJECT, HENNEPIN
RECYCLING GROUP, LOCAL GOVERNMENT INFORMATION
SYSTEMS, NORTH METRO MAYORS ASSOCIATION, NORTHWEST
HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL, PETS UNDER POLICE
SECURITY, PROJECT PEACE, TWIN LAKES JOINT POWERS
ORGANIZATION, AND VISIT MINNEAPOLIS NORTH
6f. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-04 RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF
ETHNIC POPULATIONS AND HERITAGE CELEBRATIONS
6g. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-05 GRANTING CORPORATE AUTHORITY FOR
TRANSACTION OF FINANCIAL BUSINESS MATTERS
6h. APPROVAL OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE REDUCTION FOR
50173' AVENUE NORTH
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7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS
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7a. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF MARY
O'CONNOR FOR HER DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE AS COUNCIL MEMBER
Mayor Willson stated Mary O'Connor has requested not to be recognized for her public service with
the proposed resolution.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded not to adopt the proposed
resolution expressing recognition and appreciation of Mary O'Connor for her dedicated service as
council member in order to honor the request of Mary O'Connor.
Motion passed unanimously.
7b. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-06 EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION
OF MICHAEL JOHNSON FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE
HOUSING COMMISSION
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve RESOLUTION
NO. 2009-06 Expressing Recognition and Appreciation of Michael Johnson for his Dedicated Public
Service on the Housing Commission.
Mayor Willson recited Resolution No. 2009-06.
It was noted that Mr. Johnson has made a significant contribution through his service on the Housing
Commission.
Motion passed unanimously.
7c. RECOGNITION OF BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY 2008 HALL OF FAME
AWARD WINNERS
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-07 RECOGNIZING LEONE WADSWORTH HOWE AS
A BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY 2008 HALL OF FAME AWARD
WINNER
Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-07 Recognizing Leone Wadsworth Howe as a Brooklyn Historical Society 2008 Hall of Fame
Award Winner.
Mayor Willson recited Resolution No. 2009-07.
Motion passed unanimously.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-08 RECOGNIZING EARL SIMONS AS A BROOKLYN
HISTORICAL SOCIETY 2008 HALL OF FAME AWARD WINNER
Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-08 Recognizing Earl Simons as a Brooklyn Historical Society 2008 Hall of Fame Award
Winner.
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Mayor Willson recited Resolution No. 2009-08.
Motion passed unanimously.
7d. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-09 EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE
DONATIONS OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF THE
2009 AND 2010 SAFETY CAMP PROGRAMS, 2009 EARLE BROWN DAYS
PARADE, 2009 EARLE BROWN DAYS SENIOR GOLF TOURNAMENT, 2009
ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK PROGRAM, 98TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION,
AND THE 2009 HOLLY SUNDAY ACTIVITIES
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-09 Expressing Appreciation for the Donations of the Brooklyn Center Lions Club in Support of
the 2009 and 2010 Safety Camp Programs, 2009 Earle Brown Days Parade, 2009 Earle Brown Days
Senior Golf Tournament, 2009 Entertainment in the Park Program, 98th Birthday Celebration, and
the 2009 Holly Sunday Activities.
Mayor Willson recited Resolution No. 2009-09.
Motion passed unanimously.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8a. FRANCHISE FEE ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS
1. ORDINANCE NO. 2009-01 AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2003-22, EXHIBIT A;
FEE SCHEDULE FOR AN ELECTRIC FRANCHISE FEE ON XCEL ENERGY
FOR PROVIDING ELECTRIC SERVICE WITHIN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN
CENTER
Mr. Jordet discussed the history and provided an overview of the proposed ordinance.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to open the public hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Ms. Judith Thorbus, 6265 Brooklyn Drive North, addressed the Council and stated her opposition to
the proposed increase to the franchise fee. Ms. Thorbus stated her position that the franchise fee is
another hidden tax surcharge. She questioned how many other neighborhood communities have
legislated this fee. Ms. Thorbus stated when this fee was first introduced she believes
Councilmember Lasman thought other options of raising revenue would come to focus in the future
and that a temporary fee would be sufficient. Ms. Thorbus expressed concern regarding the
significant portion of the City's residents that fall through the cracks and do not qualify for energy
assistance. She stated her position that energy, gas and heat are basic, and that options should be
looked at rather than to use it as a source of revenue for the City. She also expressed concern
regarding the placement of street lights in the City and that some of the streets in the City are very
dark.
Mr. Dan Remiarz, 6201 June Avenue North, addressed the Council and stated his preference to pay
the proposed fee directly to the City rather than going through the gas or electric company with state
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tax being added to the charge.
Mr. Michael Parks, 3218 64th Avenue North, addressed the Council and asked what street
improvements the franchise fee will be used for. Mayor Willson provided information on the work
involved in the 2008 and 2009 street reconstruction program. He explained it is a 30 year program
that the City is 15 years through.
Mr. Parks verified that the City Council sets the priorities on the projects that will occur.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the public hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
There was discussion on funding for the street reconstruction program. Mr. Boganey stated the
franchise fees that are collected go to the Street Reconstruction Fund and those dollars are used to
pay the City's share of the street reconstruction project cost. Water improvements are funded
through the Water Fund, utility improvements are funded through the Utility Fund, and sanitary
improvements are funded through the Sanitary Fund. Most of the street reconstruction is paid from a
combination of special assessments and the monies coming from the franchise fee. He clarified that
the fees collected go into the Street Reconstruction Fund and are not transferred into the General
Fund.
It was noted that the franchise fee increase adds up to approximately 48 cents annually and goes to
subsidize street redevelopment in the City, and that one of the primary responsibilities of city
government is the maintenance of infrastructure. In addition, the installation of curb and gutter
improves the overall quality of the neighborhoods.
Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to adopt ORDINANCE NO.
2009-01 Amending Ordinance No. 2003-22, Exhibit A; Fee Schedule for an Electric Franchise Fee
on Xcel Energy for Providing Electric Service Within the City of Brooklyn Center.
Motion passed unanimously.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 2009-02 AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2003-23, EXHIBIT A;
FEE SCHEDULE FOR A NATURAL GAS FRANCHISE FEE ON
CENTERPOINT ENERGY MINNEGASCO'S OPERATIONS WITHIN THE
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
Mr. Boganey introduced the item and stated the purpose of the proposed ordinance.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to open the public hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the public hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Lasman stated her position that the four cent per household increase in the franchise
fee is reasonable and that the Street Reconstruction Program is as important today as when it was
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implemented.
It was noted that without the proposed increase the Street Reconstruction Program would likely need
to be drastically reduced.
Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to adopt ORDINANCE NO.
2009-02 Amending Ordinance No. 2003-23, Exhibit A; Fee Schedule for a National Gas Franchise
Fee on CenterPoint Energy Minnegasco's Operations Within the City of Brooklyn Center.
Motion passed unanimously.
8b. ORDINANCE NO. 2009-03 AMENDING CHAPTER 5 OF THE CITY CODE OF
ORDINANCES
Mr. Boganey introduced the item and discussed the history of the proposed ordinance. Mr. Gatlin
provided an overview of the proposed ordinance.
It was noted that if smoke from a recreational fire is being directed to a nearby resident, the Fire
Department will come to the site if the resident calls and complains.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to open the public hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Dan Remiarz, 6201 June Avenue North, addressed the Council and stated his opposition to
recreational fires being allowed in the City. He expressed concern for people with allergies and
questioned if the City has responsibility if a fire spreads.
Mr. Clarence Dhein, 6344 Quail Avenue North, addressed the Council and stated his support of
recreational fires being allowed as included in the ordinance amendment.
Ms. Rozalinda Sitler, 5513 France Avenue North, addressed the Council and stated her support of
recreational fires being allowed as included in the ordinance amendment. She noted that one of the
benefits provided by recreational fires is bringing families together. She stated if there is an issue
with a fire it should be common sense to talk to the neighbor having the fire or going through the
City Council or Fire Department.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the public hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt ORDINANCE NO.
2009-03 Amending Chapter 5 of the City Code of Ordinances.
It was noted that some residents like recreational fires and others find them objectionable. In order to
accommodate this difference cities try to put in place common sense restrictions that are enforceable.
If there is a problem with a recreational fire residents are encouraged to call 911. Another option for
contacting the City is E-Citizen.
Motion passed unanimously.
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9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
-None.
10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
10a. SELECT PRESIDING OFFICERS - MAYOR PRO TEM AND ACTING MAYOR
PRO TEM
Mayor Willson announced the Mayoral recommendation for Mayor Pro Tern and Acting Mayor Pro
Tern for the year 2009 as Councilmember Lasman and Councilmember Ryan respectively.
Councilmember Roche moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to ratify the nomination of
Kay Lasman as Mayor/President Pro Tern and Dan Ryan as Acting Mayor/President Pro Tem.
Motion passed unanimously.
10b. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-10 DECLARING COMMITMENT TO THE BROOKLYN
CENTER CITY CHARTER
Mayor Willson recited Resolution No. 2009-10.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-10 Declaring Commitment to the Brooklyn Center City Charter.
Motion passed unanimously.
10c. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS TO SERVE AS
LIAISONS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS AND AS CITY
REPRESENTATIVE/VOTING DELEGATES FOR OTHER ORGANIZATIONS FOR
2009
Mayor Willson noted the addition of Councilmember Roche as alternate to the Brooklyn Bridge
Alliance for Youth. 2009 Mayoral appointments requested for ratification:
Commission/Organization
Financial Commission
Housing Commission
Park and Recreation Commission
Crime Prevention Program
NW Suburbs Cable Communications Commission
Brooklyn Center Special Events Committee
Earle Brown Days Committee
North Hennepin Area Chamber of Commerce
Metro Cities (Association of
Metropolitan Municipalities)
League of Minnesota Cities
Council Member
Dan Ryan
Tim Roche
Mark Yelich
Kay Lasman
Tim Roche
Kay Lasman
Tim Roche
Kay Lasman
Tim Willson; Mark Yelich - Alternate
Tim Willson; Dan Ryan - Alternate
There was discussion on the similarity of the 2009 appointments to the 2008 appointments.
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Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to ratify the Mayoral
Appointments of City Council Members to Serve as Liaisons to City Advisory Commissions and as
City Representative/Voting Delegates for Other Organizations for 2009.
Motion passed unanimously.
10d. CONSIDERATION OF LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SAN ANTONIO GRILL, 2010
FREEWAY BOULEVARD; RESOLUTION NO 2009-11 RELATING TO THE
APPLICATION FOR AN INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE FROM SAN
ANTONIO OF BROOKLYN CENTER, LLC
Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history and stated the purpose of the proposed
resolution.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to open the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to close the hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
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Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-11 Relating to the Application for an Intoxicating Liquor License from San Antonio of
Brooklyn Center, LLC.
Mayor Willson recited Resolution No. 2009-11.
Motion passed unanimously.
10e. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-12 AUTHORIZING PROPOSED USE OF 2008 TARGET
CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION GRANT
Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed
resolution.
Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-12 Authorizing Proposed Use of 2008 Target Charitable Contribution Grant.
Mayor Willson recited Resolution No. 2009-12. He thanked the citizens, volunteers and corporations
that contribute to the City.
Motion passed unanimously.
10f. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-13 ESTABLISHING THE INTEREST RATE FOR 2009
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed
resolution.
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Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-13 Establishing the Interest Rate for 2009 Special Assessments.
Motion passed unanimously.
10g. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-14 APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 3,
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2008-05, 06, 07, AND 08, CONTRACT 2008-B,
XERXES AVENUE/NORTHWAY DRIVE; STREET AND UTILITY
IMPROVEMENTS
Mr. Lillehaug stated the purpose of the proposed resolution and provided an overview of Change
Order No. 3 for Improvement Project Nos. 2008-05, 06, 07, and 08, Contract 2008-13; Xerxes
Avenue / Northway Drive; Street and Utility Improvements.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lasman seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-14 Approving Change Order No. 3, Improvement Projects Nos. 2008-05, 06, 07, and 08,
Contract 2008-B, Xerxes Avenue / Northway Drive; Street and Utility Improvements.
Motion passed unanimously.
10h. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-15 ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING A CONTRACT,
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2008-17, CONTRACT 2008 CAPITAL
MAINTENANCE BUILDING PLAN
Mr. Lillehaug discussed the history and purpose of the proposed resolution. He presented staff's
recommendation to accept the lowest responsible bid with Alternate 2 and award a contract to
Commercial Systems LLC of St. Paul, Minnesota for the 2008 Capital Building Maintenance Plan,
Contract 2008-K in the amount of $149,836.
There was discussion on the aesthetics and durability of the composite material deck boards included
in Alternate 2. It was noted that composite deck will not require the maintenance of applying sealant
every two to three years that is required with cedar or pre-treated deck boards.
In response to questions about the possibility of including the back area of the Civic Center in the
2008 Capital Maintenance Building Plan scope of work, Mr. Lillehaug explained that he believes
there are improvements in the 15 year plan for this area, but that it is not included in the 2008
scheduled improvements. Staff will look into whether there are safety concerns in this area.
The majority consensus of the City Council was to direct staff to report back to the Council on the
back area of the Civic Center and where it fits into the Capital Maintenance Building Plan.
In response to whether there are safety projects that might take precedence over items included in the
2008 Capital Maintenance Building Plan, Mr. Lillehaug explained that these improvements were
prioritized and grouped together to give the City the best bang for the buck. Work will be done in
2009 that was planned for 2008, and if work planned for 2009 fits into the budget scheme it will be
done in 2009 as well. He will conduct an evaluation of the plan to ensure that safety elements are
prioritized.
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Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-15 Accepting Bid and Awarding a Contract, Improvement Project No. 2008-17, Contract 2008
Capital Maintenance Building Plan.
Motion passed unanimously.
10i. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-16 APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 2,
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2008-01, 02, 03, AND 04, CONTRACT 2008-A,
2008 RESIDENTIAL AREA NEIGHBORHOOD STREET AND UTILITY
IMPROVEMENTS (MARANATHA)
Mr. Lillehaug introduced the item, discussed the history and stated the purpose of the proposed
resolution.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-16 Approving Change Order No. 2 Improvement Project Nos. 2008-01, 02, 03, and 04,
Contract 2008-A, 2008 Residential Area Neighborhood Street and Utility Improvements
(Maranatha).
Motion passed unanimously.
10i. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-17 APPROVING AMENDMENT AND EXTENSION OF A
SHOPPING CENTER LEASE FOR BC LIQUOR STORE #1
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Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed
resolution.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-17 Approving Amendment and Extension of a Shopping Center Lease for BC Liquor Store 41.
Motion passed unanimously.
10k. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-18 AFFIRMING FEES FOR CERTAIN LEASES
Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed
resolution.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-18 Affirming Fees for Certain Leases.
Motion passed unanimously.
101. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-19 AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BROOKLYN
CENTER'S HOUSING ADOPTION AND PARTICIPATION IN CRIME FREE
MULTI-HOUSING PROGRAM
Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed
resolution.
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Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-19 Authorizing the City of Brooklyn Center's Housing Adoption and Participation in Crime
Free Multi-Housing Program.
Councilmember Yelich stated his support of similar standards being applied to other rental
properties in the City in the future.
Mayor Willson thanked Representative Hilstrom for her work on this program.
Motion passed unanimously.
10m. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-20 APPROVING THE CONTRACT FOR LOCAL 49
(PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE) AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2009)
Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed
resolution.
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-20 Approving the Contract for Local 49 (Public Works Maintenance) and the City of Brooklyn
Center for the Calendar Year 2009).
Councilmember Yelich moved and Councilmember Roche seconded to table RESOLUTION NO.
2009-20 until the first part of March of 2009 after the City Council has had the opportunity to hear
about an overall budget plan for the City.
Councilmember Yelich stated his support of putting the City Council raises that were recently put
into effect on the table as a show of solidarity with the Local 49.
Councilmember Ryan expressed concern with the City Council entering into issues concerning labor
contracts that have already been negotiated.
Mayor Willson, Councilmembers Lasman and Ryan voted against the same. Motion on amendment
failed.
Councilmember Yelich voted against the same. Motion passed.
10n. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-21 ADOPTING THE SHINGLE CREEK DAYLIGHTING
STUDY FRAMEWORK PLAN AS A DEVELOPMENT GUIDE FOR CREEK
ENHANCEMENTS AND PLANNING FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE
BROOKDALE MALL AND OPPORTUNITY SITE
Mr. Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed
resolution.
Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Yelich seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
2009-21 Adopting the Shingle Creek Daylighting Study Framework Plan as a Development Guide
for Creek Enhancements and Planning for the Redevelopment of the Brookdale Mall and
Opportunity Site.
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Motion passed unanimously.
11. COUNCIL REPORT
Councilmember Yelich: No report.
Councilmember Lasman reported on her attendance at the following events:
■ January 7, 2009 Aldrich Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Project Meeting.
■ January 8, 2009 Special Events Committee Meeting. The Brooklyn Center 98th birthday party
will be on February 7, 2009 at the Earle Brown Heritage Center. Individuals can contact the
Brooklyn Center Community Center at 763-569-3400 for more information.
Councilmember Roche reported on his attendance at the following events:
■ Brooklyn Bridge Youth Alliance kickoff at Edinburgh Golf Course on Friday, January 4,
2009.
A meeting with two members of the Brookdale Hennepin County Library in late 2008 where
he communicated that there have been certain organizations that have not had the opportunity
to utilize the public rooms in that area. The largest meeting room is now open to the public
and the homework pub has been moved forward to the front of the lobby area.
Councilmember Ryan reported on his attendance at the January 7, 2009 Aldrich Neighborhood
Street Reconstruction Project Meeting.
Mayor Willson reported on his attendance at the following events:
■ Brooklyn Bridge Youth Alliance Blue Jean Ball and formal signing of the agreement
between the Alliance entities.
■ Visit Minneapolis North Meeting. The National Sports Center is actively working to have
cities withdraw or opt out of the agreement, which will likely result in a restructuring of the
organization and boundaries.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Lasman moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the City
Council meeting at 9:07 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
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STATE OF MINNESOTA)
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) ss. Certification of Minutes
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER)
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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
January 12, 2009.
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 January 26, 2009, Regular
Session.
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City Clerk
Mayor
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