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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019 10-14 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 OCTOBER 14, 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 Marquita Butler, April Graves: Councilmembers Kris Lawrence -Anderson and Dan Ryan were absent and excused. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Deputy City Manager Reggie Edwards, City Clerk Barb Suciu, Community Development Director Meg Beekman, Business and Workforce Development Specialist Brett Angell, Deputy Director of Building and Community Standards Jesse Anderson, City Attorney Troy Gilchrist, and Mary Mullen, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Mayor Mike Elliott opened the meeting for Informal Open Forum. No one wished to address the City Council. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to close the Informal Open Forum at 6:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Councilmember Butler gave an invocation in commemoration of Indigenous People's Day, a holiday that honors Native American people and celebrates their histories and cultures. It is celebrated across the United States on the second Monday in October. Councilmember Butler stated Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 - October 15, to honor the vital contributions of Hispanics and Latinos. Councilmember Butler read a quote from Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic and Latina Justice of the Supreme Court: 10/14/19 -1- "It is important for all of us to appreciate where we come from and how that history has really shaped us in ways that we might not understand." 3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session called to order by Mayor Mike Elliott at 7:00 p.m. 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Mike Elliott and Councilmembers Marquita Butler, April Graves. Councilmembers Kris Lawrence -Anderson and Dan Ryan were absent and excused. Also present were City Manager Curt Boganey, Deputy City Manager Reggie Edwards, City Clerk Barb Suciu, Community Development Director Meg Beekman, Business and Workforce Development Specialist Brett Angell, Deputy Director of Building and Community Standards Jesse Anderson, 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 Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, and the following consent items were approved: 6a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. September 4, 2019, City Council/Financial Commission Joint Meeting 2. September 23, 2019, Regular Session 2. September 23, 2019, Work Session 6b. LICENSES GARBAGE HAULER Sanimax USA LLC GASOLINE LICENSE Casey's General Store MECHANICAL All Systems Mechanical LLC DAS Heating & Cooling Inc. Dick's Refrigeration Inc. 10/14/19 -2- 505 Hardman Ave S South St. Paul MN 55075 2101 Freeway Boulevard 2282 Terminal Road Roseville, MN 55113 8060 153rd Lane Ramsey, MN 55303 348 E. Hemenway Lane Gilbert Mechanical Contractors Integrity Heating & Air Conditioning Master Mechanical, Inc. PB Services LLC True North HVAC LLC SIGNHANGER LICENSE Edgerton, WI 53534 5251 W. 74th Street Edina, MN 55439 1448 148th Avenue NW Andover, MN 55304 1027 Gemini Road Eagan, MN 55121 9410 Bataan St. NE Blaine, MN 55449 20142 Twin Parkway NW Nowthen, MN 55330 Spectrum Sign Systems, Inc. 8766 West 35W Service Drive NE Blaine, MN 55449 RENTAL INIT)AL (TYPE IV — one-year license) 6221 Bryant Avenue N Mark Johnson 6015 Dupont Avenue N Home SFR Borrower LLC RENEWAL (TYPE IV — one year license) 5444 Humboldt Avenue N 7225 Major Avenue N RENEWAL (TYPE III — one-year license) 1701-07 69th Avenue N Earle Brown Apartments 7015-21 Brooklyn Boulevard Willow Lane Apartments 5307 Penn Avenue N 6143 Regent Avenue N RENEWAL (TYPE II — two-year license) 6220 France Avenue N Ewing Square 1525 Humboldt Place N 7024 Morgan Avenue N 5313 Northport Drive RENEWAL (TYPE I — three-year license) 2924 67th Lane N 4416 69th Avenue N 10/14/19 -3- Melanie Boes/Froyum Trust — missing CPTED Follow Up Kin Chew Earle Brown Farms Investments Jason Quilling Ben Cleve Dossman Patricio Angamarca-Romero — missing CPTED Chris Cooper/Ewing Square Family Housing — Met Action Plan ShoeMiller Properties McClure Properties I113 Property Illinois LP — Met Mitigation Plan Ivan Tkach Eugene & Diane Wright 540170" Circle Kris Kienzie/N&G Properties 2006 Brookview MNSF II LLC Met Mitigation Plan 5926 Colfax Avenue N Jack Froelke 6300 France Avenue N Wade Klick — Met Mitigation Plan 5505 Lyndale Avenue N Dragon Property Management 6c. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-132 DESIGNATING POLLING PLACES FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR 2020 ELECTIONS 6d. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-133 ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2018-09, WATER TOWER NO. 2 AND WATER TOWER NO. 3 REHABILITATION 6e. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-134 AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND EXECUTION OF THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL GRANT AGREEMENT FOR INFLOW AND INFILTRATION Motion passed unanimously. 7. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS 7a. RECOGNITION FOR RETIRING PAID ON CALL FIREFIGHTER MATT KOEGL Mayor Elliott read a Resolution in full recognizing retiring Paid on Call Firefighter Matt Koegl for 21 years of service to the City of Brooklyn Center from September 1, 1997, to July 1, 2019. Councilmember Butler moved, and Councilmember Graves seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2019-135 in Recognition of Retiring Firefighter Matt Koegl for 21 years of service to the City of Brooklyn Center. Motion passed unanimously. 7b. RECOGNITION FOR RETIRING PAID ON CALL FIREFIGHTER KEITH WESTERHOFF Mayor Elliott read in full a Proclamation recognizing retiring Paid on Call Firefighter Keith Westerhoff. Councilmember Butler moved, and Councilmember Graves seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2019-136 in Recognition of Retiring Firefighter Keith Westerhoff for 20 years of service to the City of Brooklyn Center. Motion passed unanimously. 10/14/19 -4- 7c. FIRE PREVENTION WEEK Fire Chief Todd Berg gave a presentation on Fire Prevention Week 2019, for which the logo is "Not every hero wears a cape — plan and practice your escape." He stressed the importance of having operational smoke detectors in homes and an escape plan, as well as fire safety education for everyone. Chief Berg stated, during Fire Prevention Week, classrooms, and students will tour the Fire Stations. provide fire safety information to over 1,200 students. Mayor Elliott thanked Chief Berg for his presentation. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS Brooklyn Center Firefighters will visit He added the Fire Department would 8a. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 11 OF THE CITY CODE REGARDING LIQUOR PENALTIES City Clerk Barb Suciu reviewed an amendment to Chapter 11 of the City Code regarding penalties for liquor violations. She added the City Council had determined that penalties for liquor violations would be given to establishments. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. No one appeared to address this item. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to approve the second reading and adopt ORDINANCE NO. 2019-11 Amending Chapter 11 of the City Code of Ordinances Relating to Liquor Penalties. Motion passed unanimously. 8b. LIQUOR VIOLATION FOR JAMBO AFRICA Ms. Suciu reviewed liquor violations at Jambo Africa on the weekend of August 17-18, 2019. Brooklyn Center Police were conducting alcohol compliance checks within all Brooklyn Center 10/14/19 -5- establishments as required by City Code. She added officers observed alcohol being poured between 1:32-1:37 a.m., which is a violation of State Statute as well as City Code. Ms. Suciu stated the City Council approved a fee of $500 for a first offense under Agenda Item 8a. She added this violation happened before the fee schedule was adopted, and she requested the City Council's feedback and comment regarding a potential fee. Mr. Boganey stated the licensee requested a hearing as allowed under Ordinance, but later indicated she did not want to contest the occurrence. Mayor Elliott stated the decision should be consistent with the liquor penalties that were just passed, and $500 is an appropriate fine. Councilmember Graves stated she agrees with the Mayor but added she supports a 2:00 a.m. liquor license. Mr. Boganey stated City Staff are preparing Code amendments that will address a potential 2:00 a.m. liquor license to be reviewed by the City Council Councilmember Butler moved, and Councilmember Graves seconded to approve a $500 liquor penalty for a first offense for Jambo Africa. Motion passed unanimously. 8c. RESOLUTIONS FOR PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR NUISANCE ABATEMENT COSTS, TALL GRASS AND WEED ABATEMENT COSTS, DEAD AND DISEASED TREE ABATEMENT COSTS AND ADMINISTRATIVE FINES/CITATIONS Deputy Community Development Director Jesse Anderson reviewed proposed special assessments for nuisance abatement costs, tall grass and weed abatement costs, dead and diseased tree abatement costs, and administrative fines and citations. He added five related public hearings would be held concurrently. Mr. Anderson stated citations are issued to a property owner, but civil penalties stay with the property. He added City Staff received one appeal related to 2801 63rd Avenue N, for violations that occurred under the previous owner. Mr. Anderson stated, after the public hearings are held, no vote will be taken, and the Resolutions will be continued to the October 28, 2019, Regular Meeting. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to open the Public Hearing. 10/14/19. -6- Motion passed unanimously. Ben Dossman, 6007 Girard Avenue N, stated he wants to appeal the assessment related to his property. He added he has tried to contact City Staff to set up a meeting. He noted the fee is too high. Mr. Boganey requested that the resident leave his contact information with Mr. Anderson, and the appeal will be brought back to the City Council at the October 28, 2019, regular meeting. Tom Bennett, 2801 63rd Avenue N, stated he received a $3,500 special assessment because he did not submit a business plan. He added he only had four citations, but he was issued a Type 3 license, which is if you have five or more citations. He noted he feels this is arbitrary and would like to appeal, especially since he has sold the property. Leslie Ledin, 7231 Morgan Avenue N, stated she had received assessments for her the home of her mother, who died in late 2016. She added there was a renter in the home who left a lot of cars and equipment that needed to be cleaned up, and she has been receiving citations. She noted she just got qualified to purchase the home and cannot afford to pay another $2,000 in fines. Ms. Ledin stated she wants to clean up the property, and she is looking forward to being a homeowner, but she cannot continue to pay assessments that are over and above property taxes, which were $5,000. She added she thought that amount included the assessments. Erin Washington stated she lives in Somerset, WI, and is the current landlord at 5301 Russell Avenue N. She added she received a $2,000 assessment for this property purchased in December 2018. She noted the fine should have been issued to the previous owner. She expressed frustration that the City's inspectors reinspect her property and continue to find small problems that were not noted during earlier inspections of the same units, and she is continually re -assessed. Ms. Washington stated she wants to provide safe, affordable housing in this 36 -unit building, and she feels she deserves to be able to have a fresh start at this property. Ms. Washington's business partner stated they have spent over $150,000 on improvements to the property and provided a mitigation plan for a Level 4 license. He added all the issues noted by the inspector in early 2019 were corrected, but the inspectors kept adding new violations. He noted he and his partner follow all property maintenance and management requirements but are not able to move above a Level 4 license. Councilmember Graves asked how much Ms. Washington charges for rent for a 2 -bedroom apartment. Ms. Washington stated the 2 -bedroom units are $1,050/month, and the 1 -bedroom units are between $825-850. 10/14/19 -7- Mayor Elliott requested that Ms. Washington work with City Staff to determine how the violations can be addressed. He stressed the importance of providing safe, affordable places to live. Councilmember Butler moved, and Councilmember Graves seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to continue this item to the City Council's October 28, 2019 meeting: Motion passed unanimously. 8d. ORDINANCE NO. 2019-10 AMENDING CHAPTER 12 OF THE CITY CODE ADOPTING THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE Mr. Anderson reviewed the recommended adoption of an ordinance amending Chapter 12 related to replace the current City Code with the International Property Management Code (IPMC), a nationally recognized standard. He added the proposed amendments to make the Code more applicable and consistent, as it specifically refers to Minnesota State building code standards. Mr. Anderson stated, after public comment is received, City Staff recommends approval of the 2nd reading of the Ordinance Amendment related to the IPMC. Mayor Elliott asked whether feedback or comments have been received from rental property owners in Brooklyn Center. Mr. Anderson stated information regarding the amendment and IPMC has been posted on the City website and addressed at local Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) meetings. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Jeff Berkley, 5301 Russell Avenue, stated he had attended every recent ARM meeting except one, and he does not remember this issue being discussed. He added he is required to participate and attend at least 50% of the meetings as a Level 4 license holder. He requested a copy of the IPMC. 10/14/19 -8- Mr. Boganey stated that the requirement was amended in November 2018, and Level 3 and 4 license holders are no longer required to attend ARM meetings. He added, additionally, categories were adjusted by 1 Code violation. Mr. Anderson confirmed this. Mr. Berkley stated he received a packet of information with a document that stated Level 4 license holders are required to attend ARM meetings. Mr. Boganey apologized for the confusion. He added Mr. Berkley might have been given a packet with outdated information. He agreed to look into it. He noted it is not a requirement, but rental license holders are encouraged to attend. Councilmember Graves requested that the City Council receive an update on this issue when information is provided to Mr. Berkley. Erin Washington, 5301 Russel Avenue N, asked whether the IPMC would have any effect on snow removal. She added inspectors had fined her after a snowfall for not removing snow fast enough. Mr. Boganey stated there would be no change to snow removal standards. Mr. Boganey stressed the distinction between a fine and reinspection fee. He added City Staff could provide additional assistance to property owners who continue to get Level 3 and 4 licenses. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to approve ORDINANCE NO. 2019-10 Amending Chapter 12 of the City Code Adopting the International Property Maintenance Code. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2019-137 Approving Summary Publication for Ordinance No. 2019-10. Motion passed unanimously. 8e. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-138 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE, SALE AND DELIVERY OF A MULTIFAMILY HOUSING NOTE UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, CHAPTER 462C; AUTHORIZING THE LOAN OF THE PROCEEDS OF THE REVENUE NOTE TO BROOKLYN CENER AH II, LLLP (REE XERXES AVENUE SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT); AND APPROVING THE FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF THE NOTE AND RELATED DOCUMENTS. 10/14/19 -9- Mr. Angell reviewed a request from Real Estate Equities (REE) for issuance of conduit bonds to fund a senior housing project at 5801 Xerxes Avenue N. Mr. Angell stated this is a preliminary application, and the requested funding will not cover all construction costs. He added it is anticipated that additional funding will be sought in February 2019. Mr. Angell stated, after public comment is received, City Staff recommends approval of the issuance, sale, and delivery of a multi -family housing revenue note for $9.1 million. Councilmember Butler moved, and Councilmember Graves seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. There were no comments. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2019-138 Authorizing the Issuance, Sale and Delivery of a Multi -family Housing Note Under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 462C; Authorizing the Loan of the Proceeds of the Revenue Note to Brooklyn Center AH II, LLLP (REE Xerxes Avenue Senior Housing Project); and Approving the Form of and Authorizing the Execution and Delivery of the Note and Related Documents. Motion passed unanimously. 8f. ORDINANCE NO. 2019-12 AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCE REGARDING USES ALLOWED IN THE GENERAL INDUSTRY (I-2) DISTRICT — SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING Community Development Director Meg Beekman reviewed a proposed Ordinance amendment to the section of Code related to uses in the I-2 Industrial District, to allow religious uses. She added the City was recently approached by a group wishing to relocate their place of worship and community center to a property at 4900 France Avenue N, which is currently zoned I-2, under which religious and public assembly uses are not permitted. Ms. Beekman stated, after discussion with City Staff and the City Attorney, the most legally defensible way to move forward with this application is to amend the Zoning Code to allow assembly use, which would apply to all I-2 properties. She added the City Council directed City Staff to provide a draft amendment for review and recommendation by the Planning Commission. 10/14/19 -10- Ms. Beekman stated assembly uses tend to have higher parking demands, and on-site parking may not be sufficient at this location. She added assembly use works well with industrial use, as the hours of operation do not overlap. She noted conversion of the building would be required as the change in use triggers Building and Fire Code upgrades, including fire suppression and adherence with ADA requirements. Ms. Beekman stated a public hearing was held at the Planning Commission's September 12, 2019 meeting, and at which numerous comments were received from members of the religious group. She added one resident expressed concern regarding the loss of tax base due to the tax- exempt nature of religious institutions. She noted the group's leader indicated that members could be bused to the location if parking is an issue. Ms. Beekman stated the Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of the Ordinance amendment on a 4-1 vote. She requested comments and feedback from the City Council. Councilmember Graves stated a minimum of 50 parking spaces is required for this type of use, and the location has 24 spaces. She asked whether shuttle bus service or other accommodations for parking can be written into the Special Use Permit. Ms. Beekman stated a parking management plan would be adopted to go along with the Special Use Permit, as part of the Conditions of Approval. Mayor Elliott asked about concerns expressed by a resident during the Public Hearing regarding the loss of tax base. City Attorney Troy Gilchrist stated religious or non-profit uses cause property to become tax forfeit, which has come up as a concern for land uses within the City. He added, in his opinion, it is a poor basis on which to make a permitting decision from a policy standpoint. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Hassim Mohammed, former Chairman of the Islamic Center, stated the mosque had been based here for many years, and the members want to stay in the community. He added tax base should not be used as the only criteria when considering religious institutions. He noted the community is excited about this location and opportunity, and he hopes the City Council will consider the zoning change. Imam Dukuly thanked the City Council and City Staff for their help and for doing a great job throughout this process. He added his community wants to be of use to the City and provide a place for young people to grow and learn. 10/14/19 -11- Aja Kaba stated he would like to request that this change be approved. He added he and the other community members want to safeguard their children's future, and they want to stay in Brooklyn Center. He noted he hopes the City of Brooklyn Center will continue to be great partners with them. He expressed his hope, and the hope of their community, to stay in the City they love. Kafu Kroma stated many of the community's members live in Brooklyn Center, and do not want to go to a different city to worship. He added this is more than a religious center, as it has also been a venue for educating youth about their culture, traditions, and activities. He noted the religious center means a lot to the entire community. Suleman Djakari stated this group has been talking about having a religious center since 2004. He added they want a place for the African community to come together to educate kids and learn from elders, not to just worship and leave. He noted he hopes the City Council will approve this request so they can move forward. Trevor Morlock stated he is a realtor representing the Imam and the group. He added the community wants to stay in Brooklyn Center, which says a lot about the City, and they believe this property is the right place for them. He noted it had been a fabulous process working with these wonderful people and their organizations. Mr. Morlock stated this would be a Special Use Permit process, so any religious groups would need to go through that process. He added he hopes the City Council approves this zoning change. Fatu stated she is a community member within the Islamic faith. She stressed the importance of having space for the youth to learn and grow, and to feel that they are part of a community. She expressed her support of the zoning change and urged the City Council to consider the amendment. Yaya Kamara stated he hopes the City Council can find a place in their hearts to approve this. Widusu stated she supports having this community, which is a place that parents want to build for their children, so they can learn culture and religion and how to be responsible citizens. She asked that the City Council approve this request, please and thank you. Mayor Elliott expressed appreciation at hearing from young people of the community. An audience member appealed to the City Council to approve the amendment so that the community can have their own space and a safe place for their children. 10/14/19 -12- Favi Salif stated he appreciates the young woman's comments about the future of the community. He added the community helps its members and provides role models for young people. He noted he promises to bring pride to Brooklyn Center if they are given a chance. Afram stated he bought his home in Brooklyn Center to be close to his place of worship. He added he hopes this new place of worship will stay close to home. He appealed to the City Council to make this possible so people who live and work in Brooklyn Center can worship here as well. Ajas Sela stated she is the leader of the old folks of this religious community. She added it would be very good for the community to get this place as it is close to home and within walking distance for many members. She noted she is a professor and a firm believer in the cultural education of the children. Aja Kaba stated the Islamic Center is committed to strengthening relationships between Muslims and non -Muslims around the Twin Cities area. He added the community has several interfaith programs that provide educational opportunities. He urged the City Council to consider this request. Imam Duluky stated this location is important because Brooklyn Center is the Center of the Northwest metro area. He added in the past 5-6 years; the community has established interfaith dialogue between many religious communities, hosting meetings, gatherings, and picnics at the mosque. He noted this would be not only a place to pray but a place for the community to build and strengthen relationships. An audience member stated he has been listening to this debate, and it is the best he has ever heard. He added the African community likes to come together to celebrate. He noted the mosque could provide positive steps in the juvenile correction and re-entry pipeline. He asked the City Council to support the request. Councilmember Butler moved, and Councilmember Graves seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Butler stated Imam Dukuly is a pillar of the community and leads a religious group that embraces other cultures and religions. She added they are very welcoming, and always lift a hand when needed. She noted she wants the community to stay in Brooklyn Center, and she fully supports the zoning amendment. Councilmember Graves agreed, adding she recently visited Africa and has been interested in learning more about African culture. She added there is a mosque next door to her home, and 10/14/19 -13- they are great neighbors. She added she supports the amendment but also anticipates reviewing the group's Special Use Permit that will address the issues at this site. Mayor Elliott thanked the community members who came and spoke to the City Council about this issue. He added Brooklyn Center is the most diverse city in the metro area, and it is a place that is welcoming and open to all backgrounds and cultures. He noted this amendment will help create community center and religious space where the area's youth can learn about their culture, will enrich the great City of Brooklyn Center, and serve as an avenue for bringing people of different faith backgrounds together. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to Approve a Second Reading and Adopt ORDINANCE NO. 2019-12 Amending Chapter 35 of the City Code of Ordinances Regarding Uses Allowed in the General Industry (I-2) District. Motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to Approve RESOLUTION NO. 2019-139 Approving a Summary Publication for Ordinance No. 2019-12. Motion passed unanimously. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS -None. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. STUDY SESSION AGENDA ITEMS FOR APPROVAL Mayor Elliott requested the following correction to the September 4, 2019, Joint City Council/Financial Commission Work Session minutes: -Page 3, Paragraph 4, line 1— replace "Fire" with "Police." Mayor Elliott moved, and Councilmember Graves seconded to Approve the Proposed Correction to the September 4, 2019 minutes. Motion passed unanimously. Mayor Elliott stated the City Council had discussed "Every Hour Counts" conference travel for him during the Study Session and agreed to address this issue during the Regular Meeting. Councilmember Graves moved, and Councilmember Butler seconded to Approve Travel Expenses for the Mayor to attend "Every Hour Counts" conference on November 7-9, 2019, in Denver. 10/14/19 -14- Motion passed unanimously. 11. COUNCIL REPORT The City Councilmembers agreed to forego Council Reports in the interests of time. 12. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Butler moved, and Councilmember Graves seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 9:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 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 October 14, 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 October 28, 2019, Regular Session. ....City Clerk 10/14/19 -15- C� Mike Elliott, Mayor