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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016 09-26 CCM Study SesisonMINUTES 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 SEPTEMBER 26, 2016 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 April Graves (arrived at 6:06 p.m.), Kris Lawrence - Anderson, Lin Myszkowski, and Dan Ryan. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Interim Assistant to the City Manager Reggie Edwards, Finance Director Nate Reinhardt, Public Works Director/City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, Director of Community Activities, Recreation and Services Jim Glasoe, Police Chief Tim Gannon, Deputy Director of Building and Community Standards Jesse Anderson, City Attorney Troy Gilchrist, and Michaela Kujawa-Daniels, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS MISCELLANEOUS Councifinember Ryan apologized for being absent from the last Council meeting. He asked Mr. Boganey if he could please walk through the water issue from the last meeting, specifically wanting clarification on Option No. 2 given on that item. Mayor Willson stated one issue was the chlorine smell and the disinfectant, along with chemicals which are in their pipes which as a result is the brown flecks they get. Councilmember Ryan stated he can review the report and then address his questions to Mr. Boganey at a later date. Mr. Boganey stated Option No. 2 conclusion was that we make adjustments and give it some time and wait for further EPA information on this item and then review the EPA data. Mayor Willson stated the taste of the water was one of the large issues and if we go to chlorination of the water it will further change the taste of the water. DISCUSSION OF WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEMS AS TIME PERMITS PROPOSED CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS REMODELING PROJECT 09/26/16 -1- Mr. Glasoe introduced this item and invited Bruce Schwartzman and Michael Healy of BKV Design forward to discuss this project in detail. Mr. Schwartzman provided a presentation with the proposed pians and layout of this project. He noted the dais will be fully accessible, the walls will be designed to project sound throughout the room, the lighting will be updated with a strip of lighting behind the dais, technology will be updated throughout and a new color scheme including different wood types that will complement the chambers. Councilmember Ryan asked if the updated lighting will increase the ability to see Councilmembers on video. He noted a time he wore a white shirt he was glowing from the lighting. Mr. Schwartzman responded it will. He noted it will have dimming capabilities as well. Councilmember Lawrence -Anderson asked if safety features were being added to the Chambers in this plan. She noted the door behind the secretary seat has always been a concern for her as it doesn't close properly. She also stated it would be preferred to have panic buttons or something similar as well. Mr. Glasoe responded affirmatively, safety is one of the driving factors of this plan and the doors will all be locked with keycard access and everything will be secure. Mr. Boganey stated the plan is to bring this back to the Council with specifications for approval to move forward with the next phase which would be to get bids for the project. He noted at that point they will have a better idea on the estimated costs. STRUCTURING OF A TIF 5 BOND ISSUE (PARTIAL REFUNDING OF TIF 2 INTER - FUND LOAN AND REFINANCING THE PAYG NOTE) Mr. Eitel introduced this item and provided a presentation and background on this item. He noted the recommendation is for the Council to consider providing direction to staff regarding proceeding with a Tax Increment District 5 Bond Issue to partially refund the $2.4 million TIF 2 Inter -Fund Loan and refinance the balance of the Shingle Creek Crossing PAYG Note. Mayor Willson stated he appreciated hearing both the upside and downside of this item. Councilmember Ryan asked if it would be possible to use the funds for other projects if the developers didn't come forward. Mr. Eitel responded affirmatively, the TIF 5 could use any funds for anything within the TIF 5 district at that point. It was the consensus of the Council to move forward with this item. DISCUSSION REGARDING RESOLUTION COMMITTING THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER TO COLLABORATIVELY ENSURE ECONOMIC STABILITY FOR ALL RESIDENTS, BUSINESSES AND ENTREPRENEURS BY COMMITTING TO THE ELIMINATION OF ECONOMIC RACIAL DISPARITIES AND PROVIDING FOR A MUTUALLY PROSPEROUS COMMUNITY Mr. Boganey introduced this item and provided background on this item. 09/26/16 -2- Councilmember Ryan reviewed the changes he made to the original proposed Resolution. He stated his concern is that residents will mistake what the main objective is if they move forward with the original language in the Resolution. He stated the purpose of this Resolution is to make it clear the City wants to ensure equality for all residents, specifically those who are most impacted by these issues. Mayor Willson stated he would like to take a stronger stance on this issue. He stated with the City's diverse community there are many people who suffer as a result of the racial disparities. Councilmember Ryan stated he feels Mayor Willson has the same idea as he does; there is only a difference in approach to get to the same result. He noted his concern is that people will not understand what they are trying to do with this Resolution. Mayor Willson stated he agrees with Councilmember Ryan's stance within the community, however, he stated he would like to look at partnering with other cities within the Metro area to make a bigger impact as well. Discussion of this item continued and reached conclusion at the Work Session later in the evening. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Myszkowski seconded to close the Study Session at 6:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 09/26/16 -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 September 26, 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 October 10, 2016, Regular Session. lmw - City Clerk 09/26/16 -4- 4 Mayor