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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018 06-11 CCM Study SessionMINUTES 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 JUNE 11, 2018 CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Study Session called to order by Mayor Pro Tern Dan Ryan at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Pro Tern Dan Ryan and Councilmembers Marquita Butler and April Graves. Mayor Tim Willson was absent and excused. Councilmember Kris Lawrence-Anderson was absent. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Deputy City Manager Reggie Edwards, Finance Director Nate Reinhardt, Director of Public Works Doran Cote, Director of Community Activities, Recreation and Services Jim Glasoe, Recreation Program Supervisor Kelly Mertes, Recreation Program Supervisor Janelle Crossfield, and Carla Wirth, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS AND QUESTIONS Mayor Pro Tern Ryan requested the following correction to the Work Session minutes of May 29, 2018: Page 1, Third Paragraph: "Councilmember/Commissioner Ryan stated he likes the idea regarding the first reading of an ordinance being sooner of having the new ordinance or ordinance amendment receive a public hearing at the first reading and not placed in the Consent Agenda at first reading where the item is typically passed on for the second reading without comment. And he doesn't think it is necessary to have a 30-day waiting period." It was the majority consensus of the City Council to accept the correction to the May 29, 2018 Work Session minutes. MISCELLANEOUS Cities United Membership Councilmember Graves stated her interest in joining Cities United. She stated she, Mayor Pro Tern Ryan, and City Manager Curt Boganey had recently attended a two-day Cities United conference. She explained there is no fee to join and it is more about collaboration with others in the network, which includes the Cities of Minneapolis and Brooklyn Park. Councilmember Graves asked that this topic be considered at a future Work Session. 06/11/18 -1- Councilmember Butler stated she is open to that discussion. Mayor Pro Tern Ryan stated his impression that Cities United was a very effective group with a lot of enthusiastic supporters here and across the country. He stated there is City Council support and asked Mr. Boganey to add this topic to a future Work Session for consideration. Victoria Townhomes Restraining Order Councilmember Graves referenced emails she and the City Council had received relating to an elderly woman and her son at Victoria Townhomes. She stated her interest in getting more information about the trespass citation issued to the son by the Police Department and expressed her concern it may be a tactic of the landlord to put the elderly woman out of a subsidized Section 8 housing unit. Councilmember Graves noted the woman's son is still learning to navigate elderly care services and working with ACER in that regard. She asked about the role of the Police Department Cultural Liaison in situations such as this where there may be a cultural or language barrier. City Manager Curt Boganey stated he copied the City Council on the Police Department's initial response and suggested he ask the Police Chief to provide a more detailed response to the two questions raised by Councilmember Graves for inclusion in the next update. Then, if the City Council has remaining questions, staff will take it from there. The City Council agreed with the approach suggested by City Manager Boganey. City of Minneapolis Section 8 Ordinance Court Ruling Mayor Pro Tern Ryan referenced a recent newspaper article reporting on the District Court ruling on the ordinance passed in 2017 by the City of Minneapolis that prohibited landlords from refusing to accept Section 8 vouchers. Since the Section 8 ordinance was an option presented to the City Council, he felt receiving information to gain a clear understanding may be in order. Mayor Pro Tern Ryan noted Minneapolis has indicated they will appeal that decision in District Court. Mr. Boganey stated staff and the City Attorney are following this matter and will draft a follow up on what impact, if any, this court ruling may have on the City Council's consideration in the future. DISCUSSION OF WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEMS AS TIME PERMITS 2018 EARLE BROWN DAYS UPDATE City Manager Curt Boganey explained this is an informational item relating to 2018 Earle Brown Days and invited staff to make the presentation. Director of Community Activities, Recreation and Services Jim Glasoe introduced Recreational Program Supervisors Mertes and Crossfield. 06/11/18 -2- Recreation Program Supervisors Kelly Mertes and Janelle Crossfield introduced the topic and provided a PowerPoint presentation detailing the history of Earle Brown Days, 2018 being its 36t1 year, changes in leadership when the long-serving chair resigned, and eventual disbanding of the committee so the City then took it over. They explained the Lions are unable to provide funding due to loss of its pull tab license so the parade will now be funded by the City. They announced community sponsors and that $6,800 has been raised for the event. The recruitment and public input process was described, noting it takes a lot of manpower to put on a community event like Earle Brown Days. For the parade, the Police Department plays a large role as well as the Public Works and Recreation Departments. The celebration will be held June 21 through June 23, 2018. They described scheduled events including the Red White and Brew Fest, which is new this year. The City Council was asked to spread the word about Earle Brown Days to assure all in the city know about it and can join in the fun. Councilmember Butler asked if it is too late for her to register for the parade. Staff stated that can be accommodated as long as they can get a vehicle from Luther. Councilmember Graves asked if this event has been posted to a Facebook page. Staff answered in the affirmative. Councilmember Graves asked how many have signed up for the community market. Staff answered 16 booths and stated they anticipate some additional late entries. Councilmember Graves asked if there will be a vintage car show. Staff explained they asked the Shriners but they were not available on these days. Councilmember Graves stated the Park and Recreation Commission discussed the Comp Plan at their last meeting and she wondered about utilizing the Youth Council or the Multi-Cultural Advisory Committee (MAC) to gain input, noting a presentation could be made at one of their meetings. Councilmember Graves asked how the funds raised compared to prior years. Mr. Glasoe stated in years past, the committee raised as much as $8,000 but in recent years, that number had declined so this is a significant increase in funds raised. Mr. Boganey asked about the direct costs compared to revenue raised. Mr. Glasoe stated the costs will be similar to last year, in the range of $17,000. Mayor Pro Tern Ryan recalled a range of 17,000 to $18,000, noting the City can make up that level of difference without budget dislocation. Mr. Boganey confirmed that was correct. Mayor Pro Tem Ryan thanked staff for stepping up, noting Luther has been generous in their donation and he looks forward to the Lions Club coming back and being able to support the parade. He thanked staff for the update and stated the City Council will help spread the word. Staff stated information can be found on the City's Earle Brown Days website and photos and content can be viewed through Brooklyn Center's Recreation Facebook page. Mayor Pro Tern Ryan asked staff to provide that internet link to the City Council. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Pro Tern Ryan adjourned the Study Session at 6:33 p.m. 06/11/18 -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 Session of the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center held on June 11, 2018. 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 June 25, 2018, Regular Session. &Ad" City Clerk Mayor 06/11/18 -4-