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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019 03-11 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 MARCH 11, 2019 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 Mike Elliott at 6:45 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Mike Elliott and Councilmembers, April Graves, Kris Lawrence -Anderson, and Dan Ryan. Councilmember Butler was absent and excused. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Deputy City Manager Reggie Edwards, Director of Fiscal & Support Services Nate Reinhardt, Community Development Director Meg Beekman, Business and Work Force Development Coordinator Brett Angel, City Attorney Troy Gilchrist, and Mary Mullen, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Mayor Mike Elliott opened the meeting for the purpose of Informal Open Forum. Myrna Kragness Karth, 3401 63`d Avenue N, stated she is a former City Councilmember and has been a resident of Brooklyn Center for over 50 years. She added there has never been a request for a private office at City Hall for the Mayor or City Council. She noted there was an article in the Minneapolis Star Tribune regarding this issue. Roger Kloster, 7223 Lee Avenue, stated he recently received a booklet fiom the City of Brooklyn Center about the curbside waste pick-up program, where residents can get rid of unwanted items. He requested that the program start on May l instead of April 1, because of all the snow. Mr. Kloster stated he suggests that the Mayor should take a little time to get used to his new role before requesting an office. Mr. Kloster requested that City Staff review the amount of traffic that will be generated by the new liquor store on Xerxes Avenue. He added additional traffic signs might be required. Protea Toles, 5640 Fremont Avenue North, stated, as a business woman, she understands Mayor Elliott's need for an office at City Hall, to give him space and be productive with his time. She added the decision the City makes on this issue is a reflection on how the City views its 03/11/19 -1- leadership, its level of importance to the community and respect for the work they are required to do. Ms. Toles stated, regarding the liquor store, she has patronized the City's liquor store but she does not support the City taking on additional debt to purchase the new space. She added a new liquor store will not provide a benefit to the City's residents in terms of beautification, safety, or growth and development. She noted she is a realtor, and many people have said that they have to leave Brooklyn Center to find things to do. Allan Hancock, 5520 Fremont Avenue N, stated he has been a resident of Brooklyn Center for 27 years. He added he opposes the new liquor store, as resources could be better spent on activities for residents. He added the location is not ideal as there is a lot of traffic congestion. Mr. Boganey stated, for purposes of clarification, the liquor store proposal does involve expenditure of City funds but not tax dollars. Revenue from liquor operations is net income for the City that can be used for several purposes. He added currently all profits go back into the capital plan mostly for park improvements. He reviewed the benefits of owning rather than leasing, which will ultimately result in additional funds to be used on City improvements. Ms. Toles asked how revenue from the current store is used, and when will the new store make a profit. Mr. Boganey stated revenue to pay for the bond is now used to pay the lease, and bonds for the new store will be paid off in 15 years. Profits are expected to occur in the first year of operations. Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Lawrence -Anderson seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 7:00 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Councilmember Lawrence -Anderson gave an Invocation recognizing April 2019 as National Donate Life Month, focusing attention on the gift of organ donation. She stated there are over 110,000 people who are currently on waiting lists for the lifesaving gift of a donated organ. She added her daughter received the gift of a new liver 10 years ago, and her husband has been waiting for three years for an organ donation. She requested a moment of silence and reflection in honor of those who are waiting for the gift of an organ, and those who have been donors. 3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order by Mayor Mike Elliott at 7:03 p.m. 4. ROLL CALL 03/11/19 -2- Mayor Mike Elliott and Councilmembers April Graves, Kris Lawrence -Anderson, and Dan Ryan. Councilmember Butler was absent and excused. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Deputy City Manager Reggie Edwards, Finance Director Nate Reinhardt, Community Development Director Meg Beekman, Business and Work Force Development Coordinator Brett Angell, City Attorney Troy Gilchrist, 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. February 25, 2019 — Study Session 2. February 25, 2019 — Regular Session 6b. LICENSES MECHANICAL Jewelski Mechanical The Heating Guy St. Marie Sheet Metal, Inc. RENTAL RENEWAL (TYPE IV— one-year license) 5620 Girard Avenue N RENEWAL (TYPE III— one-year license) 3808 France Place RENEWAL (TYPE II — two-year license) 5400-02 Russell Avenue N 7250 West River Road 1706 71St Avenue N 5943 Colfax Avenue N 643 6 Fremont Avenue N RENEWAL (TYPE I— three-year license) 390765 th Avenue N / Granite Peaks 03/11/19 -3- 1596 Countryside Drive Shalcopee MN 55379 7100 Medicine Lake Road Minneapolis MN 55427 7940 Spring Lake Road NE Spring Lake Park MN 55432 Kevin & Mandy Schultz IH2 Property IL LP Tai Pham (Met Action Plan) Paul Barli Patricia Sandeen Juliana Koe Neng Xi Zhang / Excel Properties Chris D. Kohler 341262 d Avenue N 4512 65th Avenue N 4703 68th Avenue N 5425 70th Circle 6615 Camden Drive 7217 Camden Avenue N 5906 Dupont Avenue 5821 Ewing Avenue N 6037 June Avenue N 7157 Unity Avenue N SIGNHANGER Signminds Inc. TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATION Norwood Inn & Suites G6 Hospitality Property LLC (Motel 6) Neng Xi Zhang — Excel Properties Massih Sarim (Missing 8 In, Crime Free Housing Cert) Bernard McDonough Ali Sajjad / 786 Homes LLC Calvin Johnson/Johnson Organization IH2 Property IL LP Bruce Alan Goldberg IH2 Property IL LP (Met Action Plan) Paul G. Miller Melissa Pickar 1400 Quincy Street NE Minneapolis MN 55413 6415 James Circle N Brooklyn Center MN 55430 2741 Freeway Boulevard Brooklyn Center MN 55430 6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-045 ACCEPTING FEASIBILITY REPORT, DECLARING COSTS TO BE ASSESSED AND CALLING FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT AND ASSESSMENT PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2018-08 AND 2019-05, BELLVUE AND SOUTHEAST AREA M ILL AND OVERLAY 6d. ANNUAL REPORT ON FRANCHISE FEES Motion passed unanimously. 7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS -None. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS -None. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS -None. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-046 APPROVING PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT OF PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS OF LOT 5, BLOCK 1, SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING 5TH ADDITION, BROOKLYN 03/11/19 -4- CENTER, MN (1350 SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING). Director of Fiscal & Support Services Nate Reinhardt reviewed the Purchase Agreement for 1350 Shingle Creek Crossing for Brooklyn Center Liquor Store #1. He stated the existing lease for Store #1 at its current location will expire June 2020. He added the Purchase Agreement incorporates terms specified in a Letter of Intent to Purchase that was approved by the City Council at their January 28, 2019 meeting. He noted the Civil Engineer will ensure that pedestrian safety and traffic calming components are included in the site plan. Mr. Reinhardt stated the existing internal traffic lane is considered a ring road, and any modifications would need to be approved by Sears. He added representatives of Sears have indicated they will not approve a site plan that impacts traffic flow. He added modifications to the turn lanes might be limited but stop signs or speed bumps could be considered. He noted, if approved, City Staff will provide an updated site plan and store design for City Council approval prior to bids. Mr. Reinhardt stated the Shingle Creek Crossing development has restrictions regarding what types of commercial use can be developed in this area. He reviewed the types of uses that would not be permitted. Councilmember Graves requested clarification regarding Shingle Creek Crossing's development restrictions, which seem counter -intuitive. Mr. Reinhardt stated the developer restricted any uses that might be in direct competition with existing uses. Mr. Boganey agreed, adding such restrictions might not be a good thing in the long run, but from the developer's perspective better than having empty space. He stated he will reinforce Councilmember Graves' comments with the developer, which City Staff have discussed with them before. He added the concerns are well-founded and are also of concern to City Staff. Councilmember Graves stated she likes the idea of speed bumps and stop signs. She stated she would support doing some traffic calming measures before the liquor store is constructed, to address traffic and pedestrian safety. She requested additional information about the C -Line transit stop, where it will be located and how it will impact traffic flow, or the view of the store from Xerxes Avenue. Councilmember Graves stated the new location will be better than the current Liquor Store #1 location, and she supports the idea of creating more profit to be used for community-based development and owning rather than leasing the store. She added she is supports moving the Purchase Agreement forward if traffic and safety issues are addressed sooner rather than later. Councilmember Ryan stated he concurs with Councilmember Graves' statements. He added municipal liquor operations limits the number of allowable liquor retailers in the City, providing a control on liquor sales. City Attorney Troy Gilchrist confirmed this. 03/11/19 -5- Councilmember Ryan expressed his support of the Purchase Agreement, as it will benefit the City financially as it will generate revenue that will be used to improve the City's parks. Councilmember Lawrence -Anderson stated she concurs with the statements of the other Councilmembers. She added Liquor Store #1 is not in a good location and its parking lot is bad. She noted the current location is just as close to the transit hub as the proposed new location. Mayor Elliott stated he has concerns regarding safety and the location of the liquor store and its proximity to the C -line hub. He added he had hoped to review additional information that would address safety concerns related to the location. He stressed the importance of having more information about these concerns before moving forward. Councilmember Graves asked whether the City has sufficient power or influence to put in safety measures before the property is purchased. Mr. Reinhardt stated it will not be possible to modify the number of lanes, but having the parking lot open and available, and a pedestrian walkway at the intersection, may alleviate the majority of those concerns. Councilmember Graves stated she thinks that the addition of a crosswalk and speedbumps to reduce traffic speeds will address pedestrian safety concerns. She asked how likely it is that they will be implemented. Mr. Bo -Raney stated, based on his knowledge of the developer, that anything the City proposes that is within reason will probably be approved by the developer. Councilmember Ryan stated traffic flow and pedestrian safety concerns can be managed. He added the liquor store is not to be an on -sale liquor property where alcohol is served and has never been the focus of public safety concerns or disturbances. Councilmember Ryan asked whether the City will own the alternative expansion space. Mr. Reinhardt confirmed this, adding the City Council will be asked to consider authorizing construction of the additional shell if bids are favorable. Councilmember Ryan moved and Councilmember Lawrence -Anderson seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2019-046 Approving Purchase and Sale Agreement of Property and any Improvements of Lot 5, Block 1, Shingle Creek Crossing 5t" Addition, Brooklyn Center, MN (1350 Shingle Creek Crossing). Mayor Elliott voted against the same. Motion passed. 11. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Ryan reported on his attendance at the following and provided information on the following upcoming events: 03/11/19 -6- • March 4, 2019 — Black History Month presentations at Brooklyn Center High School, his alma mater. Students gave presentations on the historical significance of great African Americans in U.S. history. • Councilmember Ryan stated the City's bulk waste curb -side cleanup event is planned in April 2019. He added residents should receive a card in the mail with dates and information. Councilmember Lawrence -Anderson stated she had nothing to report. Councilmember Graves reported on her attendance at the following: • February 18, 2019 - participated in CCX Media television interview with Sonia Gong in celebration of Black History Month • February 19, 2019 — met new City Staff member and attended Parks & Recreation meeting, at which the City's parks plan was discussed, including parks that are due to be upgraded • February 21 — March 7, 2019 — visited countries in Africa for an amazing and unforgettable experience • March 11, 2019 - Participated in City Council Comprehensive Plan update Mayor Elliott reported on his attendance at the following events: • March 4, 2019 - Black History Month events at Brooklyn Center High School. He added the students did a great job of presenting the historical figures they had researched. • March 11, 2019 — testified at the State Capital along with Mr. Boganey on behalf of the City regarding Local Government Aid. They were joined by the Mayor of Lauderdale, Mary Gaasch. 12. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 7:40 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Sylvia Winkelman, 6337 Orchard Avenue North, approached the City Council to express her concern regarding the lack of a recycling program at St. Alphonsus Church. She stated she has tried to get information from Hennepin County but has not been able to contact anyone. She added she goes through the trash at St. Alphonsus and removes recycling herself. She asked for the City Council's help in getting a response from St. Alphonsus about starting a recycling program. Mayor Elliott thanked Ms. Winkelman for her comments. He added the City Council is very concerned about recycling. He asked that the City Staff research this issue and potentially provide a recommendation. Councilmember Lawrence -Anderson asked Ms. Winkelman whether she has contacted the St Alphonsus Church Staff regarding this issue. Ms. Winkelman confirmed this, adding one Parish Councilmember is interested, but she is having difficulty making any progress. 03/11/19 -7- Ms. Winkelman expressed concern about the speed of traffic and congestion at the intersection of Northway Drive and Xerxes Avenue. She added she goes to LA Fitness 3 times a week, and that is a very dangerous intersection. STATE OF MINNESOTA) COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) ss. Certification of Minutes CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER) The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City Cleric 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 March 11, 2019. 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 March 25, 2019, Regular Session. &t&L't5-vW- Barbara Suciu, City Clerk 03/11/19 - -8- Mike Elliott, Mayor