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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC - December 6, 2016C I T Y O F pIIANDOVE_R 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W.. ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV Regular City Council Meeting — Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Call to Order — 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Resident Forum Agenda Approval 1. Approval of Minutes (11/15/16 Regular) Consent Items 2. Approve Payment of Claims — Finance 3. Approve Storm Water Utility Exemption/16951 Round Lake Blvd. NW — Engineering 4. Order Feasibility Report/17-02, 2017 Street Reconstruction & 17-11, 168`h Lane NW Reconstruction — Engineering 5. Order Improvement/Order Plans & Specs/14-15/Fox Meadows Park Reconstruction —Engineering 6. Approve State Aid Funds Advance Request — Engineering 7. Accept Resignation — Associate Planner —Administration 8. Approve City Administrator Review—Administration 9. Approve Appointment— Facilities Maintenance Supervisor -Administration 10. Approve GIS Contract—Engineering 011. Order Feasibility Report/1 7-12/Reconstruction of 133`d Ave. NW West of Crooked Lake Blvd. NW — Engineering 12. Receive Amended Assessment Roll/Adopt Amended Assessment Roll/16-42/14317 Crosstown Blvd. NW — Engineering 13. Authorize MNDNR Grant Opportunities/17-06 —Engineering 14. Order Feasibility Report/17-13/University Ave. NW Overlay — Engineering 15. Approve 2017 Massage Therapist/Establishment Licenses —Administration 16. Approve 2017 Contract/TimeSaver Secretarial Service —Administration 17. Approve 2017 Tobacco Licenses —Administration 18. Approve 2017 Liquor Licenses —Administration 19. Approve Resolution Approving the Classification of Sale of Tax Forfeited Property — Planning 20. Accept Resignation/Retirement of Cindy DeRuyter, Recycling Coordinator -Administration Discussion Items 21. Public Hearing - 2017 Proposed Budget and Tax Levy —Administration 22. Public Hearing — Consider Declaring Dangerous/Nuisance Dog —Administration 23. Public Hearing — Vacation of Easement (16-08) Lot 10, Block 2, Woodland Estates — Planning 24. Review / Adopt 2017 Debt Service Levy Changes —Administration Staff Items 25. Discuss CDBG Opportunities - Planning 26. Schedule January EDA Meeting —Administration 27. Schedule January HRA Meeting —Administration 28. Administrator'sReport —Administration © Mayor/Council Input Adjournment REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING —DECEMBER 6, 2016 MINUTES The Regular Bi -Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Julie Trude, December 6, 2016, 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Councilmembers present: Mike Knight, Sheri Bukkila, Valerie Holthus and James Goodrich Councilmember absent: None Also present: City Administrator, Jim Dickinson Community Development Director, Joe Janish City Planner, Stephanie Hanson City Attorney, Scott Baumgartner Others © PLEDGE OFALLEGL4NCE RESIDENT FORUM No one wished to address the Council. AGENDA APPROVAL There were no changes or additions. Motion by Goodrich, Seconded by Knight, to approve the Agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OFMINUTES November 15, 2016, Regular Meeting: Correct as amended. Councilmember Holthus requested a correction on: -Page 5, line 2 change "all ready" to "already" - Page 8, line 42, change to reflect the need to prove the neighborhood will be a buildable area once the mining is complete. © Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Knight, to approve the minutes as indicated above. Motion carried unanimously. © Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes —December 6, 2016 Page 2 CONSENT ITEMS Item 2 Approve Payment of Claims Item 3 Approve Storm Water Utility Exemption/16951 Round Lake Blvd. NW (See Resolution R102-16) Item 4 Order Feasibility Report/17-02, 2017 Street Reconstruction & 17-11, 168`h Lane NW Reconstruction (See Resolution R103-16) Item 5 Order Improvement/Order Plans & Specs/14-15/Fox Meadow Park Reconstruction (See Resolution R104-16) Item 6 Approve State Aid Funds Advance Request (See Resolution R105-16) Item 7 Accept Resignation — Associate Planner Item 8 Approve City Administrator Review Item 9 Approve Appointment — Facilities Maintenance Supervisor Item 10 Approve GIS Contract Item 11 Order Feasibility Report/17-12/Reconstruction of 133`d Ave. NW West of Crooked Lake Blvd. NW (See Resolution R106-16) Item 12 Receive Amended Assessment Roll/Adopt Amended Assessment Roll/16-42/14317 Crosstown Blvd. NW (See Resolution R107-16) © Item 13 Authorize MNDNR Grant Opportunities/17-06 Item 14 Order Feasibility Report/17-13/University Ave. NW Overlay (See Resolution R108-16) Item 15 Approve 2017 Massage Therapist/Establishment Licenses Item 16 Approve 2017 Contract/TimeSaver Secretarial Service Item 17 Approve 2017 Tobacco Licenses Item 18 Approve 2017 Liquor Licenses Item 19 Approve Resolution Approving the Classification of Sale of Tax Forfeited Property (See Resolution R109-16) Item 20 Accept Resignation/Retirement of Cindy DeRuyter, Recycling Coordinator Motion by Bukkila, Seconded by Knight, to approve the Consent Agenda as read. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING — 2017 PROPOSED BUDGET AND TAX LEVY The Council has had a number of reviews of the City of Andover 2017 Proposed Budget and continued detailed review of the General Fund budget that is primarily supported by the proposed 2017 Tax Levy. At this meeting, the Council held a 2017 Proposed City Budget/Tax Levy public hearing as compared to the previous year's hearings titled "Truth -in -Taxation" that had to be conducted in a State Statute prescribed format. This public hearing is intended to give the public the © opportunity to comment on the proposed 2017 budget and tax levy. © Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes —December 6, 2016 Page 3 The Council did adopt at the September 6th regular Council meeting a preliminary 2017 Budget with a total property tax levy of $11,938,555: $8,344,354 (69.89%) operational levy, $1,610,047 (13.49%) debt service levy; and $1,984,154 (16.62%) capital/watershed levy. The 2017 proposed property tax levy provides additional tax revenue through growth identified in the City's tax base, and a 2.97% increase in the gross tax levy. The Council has the right to reduce or keep constant the proposed levy until the final certification date of December 28, 2016. Motion by Knight, Seconded by Bukkila, to open the public hearing at 7:26 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. There was no public comment. Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Bukkila, to close the public hearing at 7:27 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Dickinson made note that there was no need for a continuation. Councilmember Goodrich stated as a tax paying citizen, he is very comfortable how the budget ® worked out. He summarized "the cost of running the city, is running the city." The Council has proposed a tax rate decrease of 2.5%, which is in keeping with his small government perspective. He wanted to thank the department heads for their work and praised the final work product. Councilmember Knight expressed words of appreciation for the Finance Department and City Administrator. Mayor Trude commented a lot of policies and processes have been put into place to assist in the budgeting process and collectively each year they come in under budget. She stated it was important to remember that there are also cost savings throughout the year. She went on to state she is comfortable with how the City operates and noted that residents see the City staff work in the community work every day. She pointed out the City operates with old vehicles, some older than "our kids in town are driving." The focus for spending is on roads, parks and the community, with an acknowledgement that the city is expanding with a lot of new homes and families. The budget includes money for planning for the future, some residents may have an increase in taxes, some may have a decrease, dependent upon home values. Councilmember Bukkila stated the budget totals can be overwhelming, but every month the Council deliberates over smaller items, it is what adds up to the total document. She confirmed her support for the budget. Councilmember Holthus asked about the school district percentage regarding the total tax bill. © Mr. Dickinson responded the percentage shown is fairly representative of both the Anoka - Hennepin and St. Francis school districts. © Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – December 6, 2016 Page 4 Motion by Knight, Seconded by Holthus, to approve Resolution No. 110-16 providing for the adoption of the City of Andover 2017 budget and 2017 property tax levy to be certified to the county auditor. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Dickinson commented while the budget has been adopted, questions will continue to be answered throughout the course of the new year. He reminded residents when they get done preparing their income taxes, they should not forget to prepare the property tax homestead credit filing. He encouraged everyone to complete it. Households with income of up to $105,000 may still qualify for a refund. PUBLIC HEARING – CONSIDER DECLARING DANGEROUS/NUISANCE DOG Mr. Dickinson stated the City Council is requested to hold a public hearing and to consider adopting a resolution declaring the Pitbull Terrier, Stella, a "dangerous dog". In addition, the Council is asked to consider declaring the Pitbull Terrier, Stella, a nuisance dog with possible abatement as allowed by City Code. Mr. Dickinson provided the following chronology with a brief description explaining the ® circumstances of incidents with the dog that resides at 14992 Drake Street NW that lead to the hearing: August 8, 2016 — Resident complaint received that said dog is running at large and leaving excrement in their yard. Complainant indicated they had talked to the dog owners several times but the running at large continued. August 9, 2016 — A letter was sent to Mr. and Ms. McDonough regarding the complaint of their dog running at large and that their dog was not City licensed. August 16, 2016 — Said dog was City licensed. September 27, 2016 — Police report stating said dog ran into the street and attacked a Pomeranian while being walked by its owner. October 3, 2016 — "potentially dangerous" dog notification was sent to Mr. & Ms. McDonough. October 31, 2016 — police report stating said dog left its yard and attacked the neighbor's Golden Retriever while in its own yard. November 22, 2016 — "dangerous dog" hearing notification for the Pitbull Stella was sent to Mr. and Ms. McDonough. ® Mr. Dickinson stated in City Administration's opinion, it is apparent that the owner of the dog is not taking reasonable attempts to properly control/ restraint a "potentially dangerous dog" and ® Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes —December 6, 2016 Page 5 based on the October 31, 2016 incident, is requesting a "dangerous dog" declaration for the Pitbull Stella that would require the dog owner to comply with the dangerous dog provisions detailed in the City Code. It should be noted that by declaring the dog "dangerous," if the dog is removed from the City, it must be registered as a dangerous dog in its new jurisdiction. Motion by Knight, Seconded by Holthus, to open the public hearing at 7:42 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Shawn McDonough, 14992 Drake Street NW, owner of the dog, Stella, stated he and his wife contest a lot of what they saw in the police reports and did not know what was in them until receiving the mailing for this meeting. They moved to that home in 2012. The neighbors stated they wanted to maintain a no fence look in their neighborhood. They stated their dog liked to wander so they addressed that with the neighbors. They indicated the neighbors stated there were many dogs around, so not to worry. Mr. McDonough indicated they did not want their dog to be a nuisance. Mayor Trude stated Stella's behavior is different. Mr. McDonough commented the neighbors always told them not to worry about the dogs. Electric collars worked for a while for the two dogs. He stated one neighbor asked about the breed. They put in an e -fence (Invisible Fence) because the neighbors did not want a fence. It was installed after the dog was registered in the City. Mayor Trude stated it had no relevance today because the dog, Stella, has now bit two dogs. Mr. McDonough went on to state there were a lot of falsehoods in the police report. He said his dog did not attack the Pomeranian, but rather it just wanted to greet the dog. He noted the woman walking the dog was not the owner of the dog. Mrs. McDonough stated she heard her daughter yell at Stella, and when she came out of the house there was one dog in the woman's arms, and she was swinging one on the leash. Stella was in the street because she broke through the e -fence. The police report said that Stella had her by the neck, but no one saw that, although her daughter was out there. There was no injury to that dog or to their daughter. It was a week and one half later when the incident was reported. At the time of the incident, the woman walking the dogs told her that there was blood coming from the underside of the dog's foot. Mr. Dickinson stated a dog does not need to bite in order to consider the dog a dangerous dog and that it could be endangerment of another individual. City Attorney Mr. Baumgartner confirmed some of the facts in this matter: They heard their daughter yelling for the dog, saw the situation the woman was in with one dog in one arm and the other hanging from its leash. The McDonoughs state their dog greeted the dogs [Pomeranians] and ® wanted to play. Mr. Baumgartner said he understood why the woman was upset and that he thought she was scared and that generally people are automatically scared when approached by a strange dog. © Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes — December 6, 2016 Page 6 Councilmember Bukkila stated that she could have a similar reaction if it was another larger dog after a Pomeranian. She mentioned that a Jack Russell Terrier had also been considered a dangerous dog in Andover. Mr. Baumgartner asked the McDonoughs if they had received notification of their dog being declared "potentially dangerous". They responded, "yes." He asked if they appealed the decision. They responded that they did not know that they could. He asked if they had called anyone at the City. They responded that they had followed the orders in the letter to have the dog chipped and licensed. Mr. Baumgartner noted the dog was located off of the property after that, because there were 2 reported incidents close together. Councilmember Knight inquired about police involvement. It was confirmed that the dog was chipped on October 25, 2016. Mr. Baumgartner addressed the October 31" incident. The McDonoughs recounted they were at home and let the dogs out to "do their business," while they were getting their 2 kids ready for trick or treating. The neighbor began banging on the back patio door. They let the police handle the situation. The police evaluated their dog which had an injury over her right eye. The other dog did not have an injury. The police report says that their dog came over to the neighbor's property. They did not see what happened. The McDonough's stated their belief that with the injury to their dog, Stella likely defended herself. Their dog was very scared after the incidents. Mr. Baumgartner clarified that the e -fence was installed last summer, before the incidents occurred. Ms. McDoungh noted on September 27th the dog went through the e -fence. The owners indicated Stella had stayed in, and responded really well with a collar/e-fence. It was working, but with high energy Stella broke through the e -fence twice. After that they put tie outs in their yard for her. Stella was tied out with a six-foot lead. The McDonough's stated they plan to put a six-foot high fence in the back yard to make everyone feel safe and that they do get to put up a fence in their yard, regardless of what the neighbors want in their neighborhood. They asked the Council to reconsider declaring their dog a potentially dangerous dog. Mr. Baumgartner stated the "potentially dangerous" dog designation has already occurred. The decision before the Council is to consider whether or not the dog is a dangerous dog and meets that criteria. Mayor Trude noted the police report given by the neighbor states that the dog was seen off the property and ran across the street. It stated the owner took 15 — 30 seconds to get there and that they saw the Pitbull, Stella, running around before. © Mayor Trude asked the McDonoughs if they understood that once their dog goes into another dog's yard that other dogs feel challenged. © Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes —December 6, 2016 Page 7 The couple stated they were trying to make their neighbors happy and take whatever measures are needed so that doesn't happen again. The neighbors didn't want a fence so they tried taking other measures so that they didn't have to put up a fence. They do not want their neighbors to be unhappy now, either, so they will have to put up a fence. Mayor Trude stated she sees a pattern of nuisance. Alicia Valentin Iglesias of 14991 Eagle Street came to the podium. She stated her back yard backs up to the McDonough family. She stated the dogs have always been a concern and that there is a large area like a park in their neighborhood. She does not have any pets and she has always been leery of dogs due to some unfortunate personal incidents. She commented other neighbors are out in their yards, minding their dogs, and the McDonough's dog, Abby, has come right up to her deck, repeatedly, as well as the owners' previous dog Max. She said they do not leash their dogs and she had been told to call the police, but it was not something she wanted to do, but it is a pattern with these dogs. She recounted watching tv and the dog came out from under her deck, chasing a rabbit. She exclaimed she is afraid to be out in her yard by herself but has nothing against the family. Her two granddaughters are afraid of dogs. She finally decided to make a formal complaint. She indicated the neighbors said they would not put up a fence but she sees them at large all the time and across the street. She has herded the dogs over to their property. Mayor Trude asked if she had seen any change in behavior, Ms. Iglesias indicated they had been at large, even after the letter went out. Patty Kaiser, of 14968 Eagle Street NW, stated she is not the true owner of the Pomeranian referred to, and that she "co -parents" them with another nurse. She stated LeeAnne is correct, that she could have stepped on the [her own] dog and that she was terrified by the way the dog charged, not knowing how it would react. She stated the dog was "galloping." The McDonough's daughter was perplexed and did not seem to know what to do. She stated she felt so bad that she was swinging the dog and it took her a while to decide to call and make a report. She said she had an obligation to the community and she no longer walks the dogs there. She noted the e -fence zapped Stella, but it was not enough to stop her and the neighbor that observed the incident was in his garage and heard screaming. She said it is hard to know if a dog wants to play or is being aggressive. Mayor Trude stated she believed that Stella is a dangerous dog and that she believes Stella is unpredictable. Scott Maciej, 15005 Eagle Street, stated their Golden Retriever was in their back yard at the time of the incident and they did not see that Stella and Abby were out. He stated he saw "2 shots" come past him. He started screaming and Stella backed off and the other 2 neighbors heard him ® screaming. He thought it was strange that the owners of Stella and Abby did not hear him screaming. He confirmed the dogs do roam and they are by nature intimidating. He stated the dogs have roamed since they moved in and they clearly like that breed and feel that their children are safe with the dogs. He is concerned the dogs roam free and he would hate to see them lose Stella or Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes — December 6, 2016 Page 8 Abby, but the issue cannot be avoided. He continued by saying the dog is wonderful with their family but they cannot pet her. He believes the dog needs to stay in his neighbor's yard. Mayor Trude asked what the issue was before the Council. She asked the question, if the neighborhood felt the dog was aggressive. Mr. Maciej responded he did want the McDonoughs to be able to have dogs and that Stella means a lot to their family. He stated if they could put up a fence and keep their dogs in, he would like them to be able to keep Stella. Alicia Valentin Iglesias was invited to the podium again by Councilmember Bukkila. Councilmember Bukkila asked how safe she would feel if the Council asked the McDonoughs to install a fence. She replied she would feel safe if it were for both dogs. She restated when they go. out [of the house] they are not leashed so she cannot trust that. The public hearing was closed at 8:27 p.m. Mayor Trude asked the City Administrator about the situations they had heard about. Mr. Dickinson responded Stella definitely fits the City Code definition of dangerous dog. The dog has charged but it is unknown if the dog bit, even so, it does meet the dangerous dog criteria. The separate issue is nuisance, and the City Cod includes a "3 strikes and you are out" position. Mr. Dickinson stated he believed this situation has met the 3 strikes criteria. Mr. Baumgartner stated he felt it was important to address the criteria one -by -one and pointed out that anything that happened prior to October 31 s` is irrelevant and rather to focus on what did happen on October 31 ". Stella already has the "potentially dangerous" dog designation, so everything prior to that date is irrelevant. With regard to the nuisance, he stated the Council should take into consideration all of the information: biting, endangering or attacking. He agreed that the 3 incidents would meet the City Code. Councilmember Bukkila stated she is on the fence, and she thinks the burden is whether or not there is a risk to the general public, and it is always the owner's responsibility for their dog. She said she could not wait for the owners to build a fence in the spring and there are going to be walkers in the neighborhood and there are no guarantees how the dog will behave. She stated she believes this situation meets the definition of a dangerous dog. Councilmember Goodrich stated his biggest consideration is the dog runs at large, and when dogs are out running around they turn into a wild animal and then they have to be contained. He confirmed his support of the dangerous dog definition. Mayor Trude indicated she would approve a resolution to approve the "dangerous dog" designation. © Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes — December 6, 2016 Page 9 Motion by Goodrich, Seconded by Trude, to approve Resolution No. R111-16 declaring a dog owned by Shawn and LeeAnne McDonough, 14992 Drake Street NW, as a "dangerous dog" pursuant to City Code Title 5, chapter 1, section 5-1A-11. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Dickinson stated now the owners will need to provide confirmation of being microchipped, a photo of the dog, a proper enclosure to contain the dog, a surety bond, a fee, muzzle the dog if outside of the enclosure, and be under the control of the owner (not a child). The big-ticket item is the proper enclosure and he would suggest a kennel in that situation, and a sign is needed on the. property. This information will be reviewed with the owner. Discussion ensued about whether to move forward on the nuisance dog designation or to postpone. Councilmember Goodrich stated it would be terrible if there were another incident and not to let him regret his decision. Mr. Baumgartner said the Council should act on the nuisance matter and the decision should be made on the facts in the case and the Council could discuss the facts in the case and then defer the disposition of the finding. He felt it was important the Council not have to go over the facts again. ® Councilmember Bukkila pointed out if dog leaves the property the owners would not be in compliance. Mr. Baumgartner stated this could lead to abatement, violation or a nuisance declaration. Mayor Trude stated she agreed that the dog has had 3 or more violations qualifying as a nuisance. Councilmember Holthus also stated her agreement and moved to declare the dog a nuisance. Additional discussion ensued regarding the possibility of abatement. Mr. Baumgartner stated the Council can declare the dog a nuisance, however, finding the dog to be a nuisance does not necessarily require abatement. Mr. Dickinson suggested the prepared resolution could have a period inserted after nuisance, and strike the rest. By doing that the dog is declared a nuisance, but abatement is not required. Discussion ensued regarding next steps. Mr. Baumgartner stated by taking action on the nuisance declaration the Council would be validating all of the testimony tonight rather than if there is one more incident without taking action on the nuisance declaration, the Council would be at square one again. Councilmember Bukkila stated the mitigating factor for her is the neighbors. They believe fencing © Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes — December 6, 2016 Page 10 would take care of the running -at -large issue. Motion by Knight, Seconded by Holthus, to approve Resolution No. R112-16 declaring a dog owned by Shawn and LeeAnne McDonough, 14992 Drake Street NW, as a nuisance and eliminate the abatement section of the resolution as stated by the City Administrator. Motion carried 3 ayes, 2 nays (Goodrich and Bukkila). Mr. Dickinson stated he will review the needed information with the owners. At the time, the City will not require the dog to be put down or removed from the City. Any questions should be directed to Mr. Dickinson at City Hall and correspondence will be delivered to the owners. Councilmember Bukkila left the Council Chambers. PUBLIC HEARING— VA CA TION OF EASEMENT (16-08) LOT 10, BLOCK 2, WOODLAND ESTATES It was noted the property owners are seeking to vacate the majority of the drainage and utility easement that encompasses the majority of the property. The vacation will increase the usable area by .43 acres and will allow the installation of a fence. Woodland Estates was platted in 1998. At the time of the plat, the drainage and utility easement for this particular property encompassed 43 acres of the property because it was designated as a wetland. Since that time, there has been no water or wetland vegetation present. The current property owner hired Carlson McCain to complete a hydrology study. The engineering firm updated the hydrology model for the area and concluded that the high-water level of the property is above the 100 -year high water level. In conjunction with the updated report, the Anoka Conservation District (ACD) and Coon Creek Watershed District (CCWD) determined that there are no longer wetlands present. Andover engineering staff reviewed the hydrology report and supports the findings by Carlson McCain, ACD, and CCWD. The Council is asked to hold a public hearing and approve the proposed vacation of drainage and utility easement. Motion by Knight, Seconded by Holthus, to open the public hearing at 9:07 p.m. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent (Bukkila). No one came forward. Motion by Knight, Seconded by Holthus, to close the public hearing at 9:08 p.m. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent (Bukkila). Motion by Knight Seconded by Goodrich, to approve Resolution No. R113-16 granting the vacation of drainage and utility easement at 2326 149`h Avenue NW Lot 10, Block 2, Woodland Estates, © Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes —December 6, 2016 Page 11 legally described in the materials as presented. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent (Bukkila). REVIEW/ADOPT 2017 DEBT SERVICE LEVY CHANGES It was noted Anoka County Property Records and Taxation Division requires a City Council resolution changing bonded indebtedness levies for 2017 that would have been certified to Anoka County as part of prior year's bond sales. When the City issues bonds, a certification of the bonded indebtedness levy is sent to Anoka County. The County is charged with assuring on an annual basis that local government -bonded indebtedness payments are made. To assist in monitoring, the County is requesting a resolution that would update all or a portion of previously certified bonded indebtedness levies. The 2017 City of Andover Debt Service Budget is current and up-to-date. This resolution is to inform the County of any changes that have taken place in the past year as well as any new issuances proposed to be levied for 2017. Motion by Knight, Seconded by Holthus, to approve Resolution No. R114-16 updating certified bonded indebtedness levies for 2017. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent (Bukkila). Councilmember Bukkila returned to the Council chambers. DISCUSS CDBG OPPORTUNITIES The City Council was asked to discuss potential projects for the 2017 CDBG funding year. 1. In 2015 and 2016, the City submitted for CDBG funds for a Municipal Water Main Feasibility Study in urban areas served by individual wells rather than municipal water. There are many urban residential areas that are served by municipal sewer but rely on private wells for water. These areas may benefit from municipal water services; however, at this time, these projects are cost prohibitive. The study would determine the possibility of constructing water mains in urban areas that are served by municipal sewer but have individual wells. It is recommended the application request be for the amount of $50,000. Staff considers this a viable project and would coincide with the 2018 Andover Comprehensive Plan Update that will begin in 2017. 2. A potential project is to conduct a housing analysis to determine the amount of housing needs in Andover now and in future years. The objective would be to identify the current and future demands of work force and senior housing. The research would be conducted by a © consultant. CDBG would be used to fund the research project. Staff considers this a viable project and it would coincide with the 2018 Comprehensive Plan Update. The Council was asked to consider the potential projects and provide staff with direction. The Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes — December 6, 2016 Page 12 application must be submitted to Anoka County by January 13, 2017 to be considered for 2017 CDBG funds. The Council affirmed their desire to apply for CDBG funding for both projects. SCHEDULE JANUARY EDA MEETING Mr. Dickinson requested the Council schedule an EDA Meeting to discuss topics as detailed in the staff report. The Council is requested to schedule an Economic Development Authority (EDA) meeting at 6:00 pm before the January 3, 2017, City Council meeting. The Council discussed the draft agenda and available dates. Motion by Holthus Seconded by Knight, to schedule an EDA Meeting on January 3, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. 0 SCHEDULE JANUARY HRA MEETING Mr. Dickinson requested the Council schedule a January HRA Meeting to discuss topics as detailed in the staff report. The Council is requested to schedule a Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) meeting Immediately following the EDA meeting before the January 3, 2017 City Council meeting. The Council discussed the draft agenda and available dates. Motion by Goodrich, Seconded by Holthus, to schedule a HRA Meeting on January 3, 2017, immediately following the EDA meeting. Motion carried unanimously. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT City Staff updated the Council on the administration and city department activities, legislative updates, updates on development/CIP projects, and meeting reminders/community events. (Community Development) Mr. Dickinson reported that Joe Janish, the new Community Development Director, has been working for 2 weeks now and thanked City Planner Stephanie Hanson for her work in the Community Development Department over the last 3 months. Q(Meetings) Mr. Dickinson reported he had attended the meetings of several committees/boards including: Youth First, Metropolitan Council Reform Coalition, Sewer Availability Charge Task Force, and Metro Cities. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes — December 6, 2016 Page 13 (Commissions) Mr. Dickinson reminded residents that the application deadline for applying for City Commission positons is coming up and that the Council will do interviews in January. (Housing) Mr. Dickinson reported there were 102 new home permits applied for in 2016, which exceeds budget. (Development) Mr. Dickinson commented that commercial activity for the year is coming to an end, with more to come in 2017. Permits have been approved for Dunkin Donuts and Joy's Kitchen but they have not been picked up yet. Arbor Oaks has another floor that is going to be built. There will be more residential development next year and the Comprehensive Plan update will be kicked off in February. MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT (Mercy/Unity Merger) Mayor Trude reported at the North Metro Mayor's Association meeting they learned about this change. Unity hospital will continue to have an ER and then a new mental health focus, which has enabled them to recruit more psychiatrists because there is only one place for rounds. Mercy Hospital will be getting $60M in upgrades, with major additions ® continuing to provide broader services. Mercy has a nationally ranked cardiac unit. (Community Development) Mayor Trude reported Acapulco is open and has a big parry room, as do other restaurants, for use around the holidays. The Andover Theater will get new seats and eventually a wine license. (Associate Planner) Mr. Dickinson acknowledged the resignation of Brett Angell. He stated he had done an excellent job and wished him well. Mayor Trude expressed her appreciation for how he had cleaned up the City. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Goodrich, Seconded by Bukkila, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:21 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Marlene White, Recording Secretary C Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes —December 6, 2016 Page 14 REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES — DECMEBER 6, 2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS PLEDGEOF ALLEGIANCE......................................................................................................... 1 RESIDENTFORUM...................................................................................................................... 1 AGENDAAPPROVAL.................................................................................................................. 1 APPROVALOF MINUTES........................................................................................................... 1 CONSENTITEMS......................................................................................................................... 2 Item2 Approve Payment of Claims......................................................................................... 2 Item 3 Approve Storm Water Utility Exemption/ 16951 Round Lake Blvd. NW (R102-16).. 2 Item 4 Order Feasibility Report/17-02, 2017 Street Reconstruction & 17-11, 168`h Lane NW Reconstruction(R103-16)................................................................................................... 2 Item 5 Order Improvement/Order Plans & Specs/14-15/Fox Meadow Park Reconstruction (R 104-16)............................................................................................................................ 2 Item 6 Approve State Aid Funds Advance Request(R105-16)............................................... 2 Item 7 Accept Resignation — Associate Planner...................................................................... 2 Item 8 Approve City Administrator Review............................................................................ 2 Item 9 Approve Appointment — Facilities Maintenance Supervisor ........................................ 2 Item10 Approve GIS Contract.................................................................................................. 2 Item 11 Order Feasibility Report/17-12/Reconstruction of 133`d Ave. NW West of Crooked LakeBlvd. NW(R106-16).................................................................................................. 2 Item 12 Receive Amended Assessment Roll/Adopt Amended Assessment Roll/16-42/14317 Crosstown Blvd. NW (R107-16)........................................................................................ 2 Item 13 Authorize MNDNR Grant Opportunities/17-06........................................................... 2 Item 14 Order Feasibility Report/17-13/University Ave. NW Overlay (R108-16) ................... 2 Item 15 Approve 2017 Massage Therapist/Establishment Licenses .......................................... 2 Item 16 Approve 2017 Contract/TimeSaver Secretarial Service ............................................... 2 Item 17 Approve 2017 Tobacco Licenses.................................................................................. 2 Item 18 Approve 2017 Liquor Licenses..................................................................................... 2 Item 19 Approve Resolution Approving the Classification of Sale of Tax Forfeited Property (R 109-16)............................................................................................................................ 2 Item 20 Accept Resignation/Retirement of Cindy DeRuyter, Recycling Coordinator .............. 2 PUBLIC HEARING — 2017 PROPOSED BUDGET AND TAX LEVY (R110-16) ..................... 2 PUBLIC HEARING — CONSIDER DECLARING DANGEROUS/NUISANCE DOG (Rl l 1-16 & R112-16)................................................................................................................................. 4 PUBLIC HEARING — VACATION OF EASEMENT (16-08) LOT 10, BLOCK 2, WOODLAND ESTATES(R113-16)....................................................................................... 10 REVIEW/ADOPT 2017 DEBT SERVICE LEVY CHANGES(R114-16).................................. DISCUSS CDBG OPPORTUNITIES.......................................................................................... I1 11 SCHEDULE JANUARY EDA MEETING.................................................................................. 12 SCHEDULE JANUARY HRA MEETING.................................................................................. 12 © Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes — December 6, 2016 Page 15 E H ............... 12 ............... 12 ............... 12 ............... 13 ............... 13 ............... 13 ............... 13 ............... 13 ............... 13 .............. 13 .............. 13