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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWK September 14, 2000 ~ ()J:¡ ~ lò-3-00 CITY of ANDOVER 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARO NW.· ANOOVER, MINNESOTA 55304' (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 Special City Council Workshop - Thursday, September 14, 2000 6:30 PM Conference Room A 1. Interview City Council Member Candidates Adjournment CYv~ ()/.) ~ 10 - 3-DO CITY of ANDOVER SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 14, 2000 - MINUTES A Special Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Jack McKelvey at 6:30 P.M., Thursday, September 14, 2000 at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota for the purpose of interviewing applicants for a vacancy on the City Council. Councilmembers Present: Don Jacobson, Mike Knight, Ken Ortlel Council members Absent: None Also Present: Charles Veiman; Kelly Johnson, ABC Newspapers The first applicant interviewed was Tony Howard. Mr, Howard stated that he has been a resident of the city for 16 years, is a masonry contractor who employees 25 people and has his office in Andover. He got involved in the city when the Grey Oaks Development began, Mr, Howard stated that he wants to learn the process of how things happen in the city and this is a good way to stay involved. He noted that he did not file for office because at this time he would like to spend time with his family. He felt that he would run for office during the next election as his children would be older at that time. Mr. Howard felt that the plan for the commercial plan is a good one and hopes that the city can stick to that plan. He also feels that the redevelopment of the area around the Total Mart would be a good move for the city, He believes that city is on the right track and the council is doing a good job. Mr. Howard didn't feel that although he has purchased a lot from the EDA he would not have a conflict of interest. When asked why the Council should choose him, Mr. Howard stated that he has been involved in the government process by attending the Council meetings and he knows how the system works. He would not hinder the progress that the city is making. He also noted that he enjoys coming to the meetings as it's nice to see how things work. He thanked the Council for giving him the opportunity to interview for the vacancy. The next candidate to be interviewed was Jay Squires, Mr. Squires noted that he is the Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission, He practices laws, working with cities, school boards and county boards so he knows how the process works, He has been with the law firm for 12 years. Mr. Squires explained that he is giving serious consideration to running for the council in --. -- ,- Special City Council Meeting September 14, 2000 - Minutes Page 2 two years, He wants to wait until his children are in school full time. He feels that the biggest issue facing Andover now is the balance between the urban and rural characteristics of the city. The commercial park is a very important piece for the city to develop and develop correctly. The trail system is very important also because it is visible, As far as the Metropolitan Council, it is very important that the city protect its parochial interests. When asked about having a city attorney at the meetings and having a council member who is also an attorney, Mr. Squires stated that at the meetings he would not be an attorney and would need to separate the roles. Mr. Squires noted that if he is the one selected for the vacancy he would ask for a leave of absence from the Planning and Zoning Commission. The Council discussed the two candidates noting that either one would do an excellent job for the city. Mr. Squires, because of his involvement with the Planning Commission, knows what is going on and Mr. Howard would like to find out what it's like to be on the Council. Charles Veiman, 13646 Crooked Lake Boulevard, felt that if Mr. Howard is selected it shows that the council is not making an in-house appointment. He felt that Mr, Howard would be a good choice. MOTION by Jacobson, seconded by Ortiel to appoint Tony Howard to the vacancy on the City Council. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Jacobson, seconded by Knight to adjourn, Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:07 pm. Respectfully submitted, U' oft Vicki Volk Acting Recording Secretary