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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020 03-23 CCM Special City Council MeetingMINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MEN NESOTA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 23, 2020 CITY HALL City Manager Curt Boganey stated the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting will be scheduled for April 6, 2020 at 7900 p.m. He added the City is required by State statute to reschedule the Board meeting after it has been cancelled. 1. INVOCATION Councilmember Butler offered the following quotes as an Invocation: In commemoration of Women's History Month: " Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it or claiming it, she stands up for all women." -Maya Angelou For reflection during this time of crisis: "It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult task which more than anything else will affect a successful outcome." -Roland James 2. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING The Brooklyn Center City Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Milce Elliott at 6:00 ,in, The meeting was conducted by Webex. 3. ROLL CALL By Webex; Mayor Milce Elliott and Councilmembers Marquita Butler, April Graves, and Dan Ryan. Councilmember Kris Lawrence -Anderson was not reachable. Also by Webex; City Manager Curt Boganey, Deputy City Manager Reggie Edwards, and City Cleric Barb Suciu and City Attorney Troy Gilchrist. A member of the public called in by Webex to listen to the meeting. 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA 03/23/20 4- Councilmember Graves moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, and the following consent items were approved: Sa. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. March 9, 2020 Study Session 2. March 9, 2020 Regular Session 5b. 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SUPPORT FOR THE CITY CLERK TO APPLY FOR THE MCFOA REGION IV DIRECTOR POSITION Vote on the motion by Webex: Mayor Elliott and Councilmembers Ryan, Butler, and Graves voted aye. Motion passed unanimously. 6. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/DONATIONS -None. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS -None. 8. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS 8a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION 2020-001 -SPECIAL USE PERMIT AND PARKING VARIANCE LOCATED AT 4900 FRANCE AVENUE N. Community Development Director Meg Beekman reviewed a request for a Special Use Peirnit and parking variance for a mosque and community center at 4900 France Avenue. The Planning Commission, at its February 13, 2020 meeting, was unable to recommend approval or denial of this application, as there was a split vote. At its March 9, 2020 meeting, the City Council unanimously approved to direct City Staff to prepare a Resolution for approval of these requests. Ms. Beekman stated concerns were expressed regarding the viability of the subject property for the proposed use, in terms of the amount of investment that will be needed, and the fact that both buildings on the property are currently unfit for occupancy. The City building official is working with the applicant to determine the changes that are necessary for a Certificate of Occupancy to be issued. Ms. Beekman stated the primary concern for the long-term use of this property by the mosque community is the lack of adequate on -site parking. The Planning Commission noted the importance of a barrier between the parking lot and the railway line, and the applicant has stated 03/23/20 -3- their intention to do this anyway. The Planning Commission raised concerns about the proposed shuttle service to bring community members to the property from an offsite parking lot. Ms. Beekman stated the City Council directed City Staff to prepare findings that support approval of this request. She added the Resolution that has been provided for the City Council's review includes Findings of Fact and a number of conditions that would mitigate concerns discussed at the staff level and at the Planning Commission meeting, as well as the City Council's comments. Ms. Beekman stated noted the applicant is required to have a parking plan on file with the City to accommodate parking needs. The religious services must be scheduled 30 minutes apart to allow for the parking lot to clear out. The applicant is required to have an on -site parking attendant, which they have already discussed as part of their traffic study. Ms. Beekman stated there is a condition related to submission of architectural plans as there is currently not a clear plan for the interior of the building, and the building shall not be occupied until a Certificate of Occupancy is issued. She added there is an existing apartment unit located in the circular building, which is a pre-existing, non -conforming use, and will no longer be allowed. Ms. Beekman stated conditions related to the site plan include landscaping requirements, accessibility, relocation of an existing trash enclosure and restriping of the parking lot. A fence is required to be installed along the property's south perimeter. A parking agreement for shuttle service to the site from an off -site lot must be on file with the City. Ms. Beekman stated City Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the Resolution approving Special Use Permit and parking variance to allow the applicant to operate the mosque and community center, subject to the findings of approval outlined in the staff report. Councilmember Butler requested clarification regarding the requirement for approval from the City for "major changes", as referenced in the Findings of Fact. Ms. Beekman that is standard language that the City uses in all its approvals to restrict amendments to conditions of the approval. She added this relates to major modifications to items included in the Special Use Permit, including site plan amendments or adjustments, changes to the interior of the building, or modifications to the exterior. Councilmember Butler asked whether the requirement of the onsite parking attended was added by the applicant. Ms. Beekman stated the applicant provided that in their traffic plan as a solution to manage potential overflow due to insufficient parking. Councilmember Ryan stated the City Council realizes that the site is challenging but the applicant is very intent on making this work and believes the site can meet their needs. He added 03/23/20 -4- the City Council is amenable and sympathetic to the applicant's desire to remain in the community. He asked what remedy the City has if the applicant fails to meet parking requirements. City Attorney Troy Gilchrist stated, as with any Special Use Permit, violation of conditions of approval would result in an effort to bring them into compliance, and if it continues, move into a formal written notice of the violation. He added a hearing would be scheduled and held, and decision made regarding whether the revoke the Special Use Permit, Councilmember Butler moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2020-XX Approving Planning Commission Application No. 2020-001 Request for a Special Use Permit and Parking Variance Located at 4900 France Avenue N. Vote on the motion by Webex: Mayor Elliott and Councilmembers Ryan, Butler, and Graves voted aye. Motion passed unanimously. 9. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS -None. 10. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Ryan stated he recently attended the National League of Cities conference and received notice that several attendees from Colorado tested positive for COVID-19. He added he has been self -isolated at home but has not had any indication of symptoms. Councilmember Ryan stated he met recently with staff representatives of Senator Smith and Representative Oman, to update them and provide information on priority items from the City Council's 19-Point List. He added these included CDBG funding, as it is the largest grant received by the City of Brooklyn Center, as well as affordable housing funding, transportation funding, and Social Security. He noted that he indicated that the City Council hopes that there Will be an ongoing conversation on all of these issues. He agreed to provide additional details to Mr. Boganey. Mayor Elliott thanked Councilmember Ryan for his report. He added Social Security is an important issue not just for those who receive direct benefits, but also for financial support for Families, and to ensure that Social Security is solvent for future beneficiaries. Mayor Elliott stated he recently received communication from the U.S. Congress of Mayors, encouraging local mayors to request support for direct aid to cities from their local legislators. He added he subsequently reached out to the offices of Senators Smith and Klobuchar regarding this issue. 03/23/20 -5- Mayor Elliott expressed support for the moratorium on evictions that was recently declared by Minnesota's Governor, Tim Walz. He added all other types of payments should also be frozen, and the City should continue to advocate for its residents, to ensure that credit reports are not adversely affected by the current worldwide crisis. He expressed concern that many of Brooklyn Center's residents rely on public transport, which is not available to them. He also expressed concern about the City's multi -family residential buildings, and what can be done to help residents who live there. Mayor Elliott stated the City Council and City Staff continue to discuss ways to support and assist the City's residents, and especially senior citizens. He added the City's Fire and Police Department staff, who are charged with protecting the City, must be protected, and their needs net, as they continue to have contact with people and potentially risk exposure to the coronavirus. Mr. Boganey expressed his appreciation for Brooklyn Center's City Staff, who have been putting in long hours and volunteering their support, as well as making important adjustments to ensure that the business of the City runs smoothly in this time of crisis. 11. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Butler moved and Councilmember Ryan seconded adjournment of the City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. Vote by Webex: Mayor Elliott and Councilmembers Butler, Graves and Ryan voted aye. Motion passed unanimously. STATE OF MINNESOTA) COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) ss. Certification of Minutes CITY OF BROW LYN 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 the Special Session of the City of Brooklyn Center held on March 23, 2020. 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 i 2 Mayor Session. 03/23/20 -6-