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~ 01 ANDOVER
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - AUGUST 19, 1980
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 7:30 P.M.
2. Resident Forum
3. Agenda Approval
4. Informational Hearing/Water-Southwest Area
5. Discussion Items
a. Final Plans & Specifications/Northwest Area Streets
b. Award Contract - Sea1coating
c. Flood Plain Ordinance
d. Andover West Final Plat
e. DNR Permit - Warneka
f. Condemnation-Easements (Southwest Area)
1-\ g. Special Use Permit - Fearon
h. Special Use Permit - Constance Church
i. Lot Split - K1adtke
j. Ordinance No. 10 Amendment (Plats)
k. Sewer Permit/Southwest Area
1. Final Plat/Notthg1en
6. Non-Discussion Items
a. Junkyard Licenses
b. Temporary On-Sale Permit (Weaver Fund Raising)
c. Appoint Election Judges
d: Establish Voting Precincts
e.
7. Reports of Commissions, Committees, Boards
a. Planning & Zoning Commission
b. Park & Recreation Commission
c. Other Committees
8. Approval of Minutes
9. Approval of Claims
10. Adjournment
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~ 01 ANDOVER
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - AUGUST 19, 1980
mNUTES
The Regular Bi-Month1y Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by
Mayor Jerry Windschit1 on August 19, 1980, 7:30 p.m., at the Andover City Hall,
1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Anoka, Minnesota.
Councilmen present: Jacobson, Lachinski, Ortte1, Peach
Councilmen absent: None
Also present: City Attorney, William G. Hawkins; TKDA Engineers, John
Davidson and Mark Schumacher; City Engineer, Larry Winner;
City Clerk, P. K. Lindquist; and others
RESIDENT FORUM
Mary , 16915 Ward Lake Drive - complained about the road conditions on Ward
Lake Ori ve. She stated that they are unbearable,and asked if there is something she
can do to petition for gravel, oil, or blacktop to alleviate the problem. She was
not so concerned about the dust as the washboard condition. She also complained about
the high speed of the sod trucks going past. Also, in the winter there is no sand
put on the ice. Council discussion was to have Mr. Winner check on when the road
will be graded again and to look into the situation, and that the City Clerk can
call the Anoka County Sheriff's office asking to set up radar On the road on a
regular basis.
AGENDA APPROVAL
MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Jacobson, the approval of the Agenda as published with
the deletion of 5d, Andover West Final Plat; and the addition of 5k, Sewer Permit/
Southwest Area; 51, Final P1at/Northglen; 5aa, Southwest Area/139th Avenue; 5m,
Well No.1; 5n, Public Works Interviews; 50, Mining permit; 5p, Displaced Property
Marker; and 5q, Contract Extension/1980-1. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Lachinski, that we suspend the rules. r'10tion carried
unanimous ly.
INFORMATIONAL HEARING/WATER - SOUTHWEST AREA
Mayor Windschitl explained that the well for the central water system will be bid
out this evening; however, there has been a question on the storage facilities.
The type of storage facilities provided would depend on how rapidly it is anticipated
the undeveloped areas in the defined water service area will be developed, and the
purpose of this informational hearing is to receive input from the property owners
relative to the matter.
Mr. Davidson gave a brief review of the minimal pressure pneumatic tank system
presented at the original public hearing as reported in the June 6, 1980, Feasibility
Report of the Southwest Area Project, which would provide 500 gpm flow for the 160
acres of Good Value Homes and Rademacher properties. He then reviewed the Revised
Water Service area noted in the August 5, 1980, report discussed at the August 5
Council meeting. The revised system provides for a 250,000 gallon elevated storage
tank which would serve 480 total acres, of which 40 acres are commercial. It would
provide 1,000 gpm fire protection flow, and it is estimated that the area charge
would be $1,250/acre based on a user rate of GO cents/1,000 gallons. Council had
also discussed constructing only one well at this time, which may reduce the per-
acre charge at this time.
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Regular City Council Meeting
August 19, 1980 - Minutes
Page 2
(Informational Hearing/Water - SW Area, Continued)
Mayor Windschit1 stated that on the northern part of the district, referencing Mr.
Vo1k's letter on the matter, the City isn't proposing to try to force an assessment
until such time as they would start generating a development or benefit. The key to
this matter is the time frame of development of the various areas. If development
is anticipated by the property owners within a short period of time, then it may be
more economical to go with the elevated storage system at this time rather than
putting in the pressure pneumatic tank at this time which would be only marginally
beneficial once the elevated storage is provided.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Ortte1, that we extend the discussion until 8:20.
Motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Peach stated that the primary reason for adding onto the originally proposed
system is for added fire protection, as he felt the pneumatic tank system is inadequate.
Secondly, there is no assured water supply with one well in the event of mechanical
or electrical failure. He felt there were other ways to assure water supply in the
event of such failures, such as installing an overhead tank or a surface tank or
installing a second well, which are all much cheaper. He felt putting in an overhead
tank is premature and that another interim method should be used until we know how big
an area is going to be served. Mr. Davidson stated that they have looked at those
methods, but an above-ground facility is adequate only to a limited extent since
some pressure facility is needed to remove the water from it. The second well was
addressed. There is stand-by power proposed for the well to be used in the event
of mechanical failure.
Frank Voth - Good Value Homes - indicated it is not their intent to construct 400
homes a year in the area. Mr. Davidson stated that it is projected a growth of 400
people per year within the defined water service area.
Mr. Voth - asked if the water system is revised to the overhead storage system, how
does it affect their timetable for development? When will water be available?
Mr. Davidson explained if the decision is against the overhead storage tank at this
time, they will proceed with the pressure pneymatic system. If they go with the
overhead tank, a temporary submersible pump can be installed in the well being
drilled to have water available to his first addition. Or the pressure pneumatic
system can be done on a temporary basis by installing a lease tank outside the
pumphouse for a limited period of time to provide water on an interim basis until
the storage tank is completed.
Mr. Voth - noted that Good Value also has 180 acres south of Bunker Lake Boulevard,
east of Coon Creek, and he would like that taken into any considerations of an en-
larged water system. He is not prepared to react to the $1,250/acre figure this
evening; and before commenting further, he would like to meet with his engineers
and the City to discuss this in a more informal manner.
Rosella sonsteb{ - owns 17 acres and is interested in water. She asked if the $1,250/
acre charge inc udes the watermains, etc. Mr. Davidson stated this is just the
area charge for the storage facilities and production facilities. Costs of the
watermains in the development, to the property, hookups, etc., would be extra.
Ms. Sonsteby - wanted to figure how much the water facilities would be per lot; but
she lS interested in water for her 17 acres.
Larry Carlson - oWner of property south of Bunker Lake Boulevard - asked how the
overhead storage facility would affect insurance rates to the homeowner. Counci 1man
Ortte1 stated that there is no way of comparing the difference in insurance rates for
the different ratings between the originally proposed pressure pneumatic tank system
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Regular City Council Meeting
August 19, 1980 - Minutes
Page 3
(Informational Hearing/Water - SW Area, Continued)
and this revised overhead storage system. When municipalities are rated, all things
are taken into consideration. For commercial facilities, more protection is required.
Mr. Carlson - asked where the tower is proposed to be located. Mr. Davidson stated
it lS anticipated it would be located on property dedicated in the Good Value
Northg1en plat in the northeast corner.
Mr. Voth - asked how much land would be required. Mr. Davidson stated approximately
30 feet square would be needed and would be fenced to prevent vandalism.
Mr. Carlson - stated that his plans for the area have been temporarily shelved
because of the housing market. Interest rates have been very high, which he has to
consider, plus looking at his own cash flow. He noted that another parcel he owns
in Coon Rapids which has been assessed for sewer and on which he cannot build has
still increased in value tremendously. He questioned if there is this large assessment
against his property, will it automatically become worth more to the taxpayer, which
is another thing he has to take into account. If the housing market moves ahead, he
hopes to go ahead with his development within a year or two.
John Peterson - representing Grace Lutheran Church - stated that all developed areas
have been excluded from the water service area. But all three churches and the school
are included. Mr. Davidson stated that they were included generally for fire
protection. Only residential developments were excluded.
Mr. Peterson - stated at this point he sees no benefit to the Church as they have
thel r own we 11. They are not putting a sprinkler system in the old addition, and it
is questionable whether one is being put in the new addition. If it is, however, it
would be engineered around the existing pump system.
Stan Deden, 13836 Round Lake Boulevard - his residential district has been excluded
from the water service distnct. He obviously benefited since his fire insurance
rates went down, and he didn't think he should be excluded from paying the area benefit
charge even though he doesn't have direct access to it.
Phil Volk, 3527 142nd Lane - agreed that those living in residential areas will be
recelving benefit as far as insurance rate reductions. He also questioned why
the jog was made in the map outlining the revised water service district. r1r.
Davidson explained they went around the wetlands area north of Crooked Lake School.
Excluding existing residential areas was a Council decision, not an engineering
decision, as it has been a policy that in existing developments where wells are already
in, there has been no demonstrated need for water coming in.
MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Jacobson, that we extend the discussion 10 more minutes.
Motlon carried unanimously.
Mr. Davidson stated that for the well being drilled, they will be test-pumping for
1,100 gpm, hopefully to get a sand-free pum~ing at 1,000 gpm.
George Ado1fson - was not willing to comment on the proposal at this time.
Mr. Voth - noted that the prime interest rate increased again today, and they are
anticlpating that the FHA interest rate will rise, which are not good signs for the
housing market. He speculated that because of the distance to Andover, there will not
be a tremendous flock of people moving into the area. To reach 250 acres of develop-
ment at saturation is approximately 500 houses, which is a lot of houses, particularly
in this time of uncertainty.
Ms. Sonsteby - wouldn't object to having the water available.
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Regular City Council Meeting
August 19, 1980 - Minutes
Page 4
(Informational Hearing/Water - SW Area, Continued)
Council discussion with the property owners continued on the speculation on how rapid
development will take place in the area; some feeling that given testimony tonight,
it would be at least two years before enough land is developed to warrant an overhead
storage tank. Several property owners stated that they had not seen the new proposed
figures until this evening and would prefer to meet with the engineers and study
the figures in more detail before making a decision on the matter and before the Council
makes a decision on it if it would not delay the project. Mr. Davidson stated that
this whole process will not hinder or delay the present contract work. They will
have water available to Good Value and Rademacher within their time schedule. Council
agreed to meet with the developers again at next Tuesday's Council meeting.
MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Jacobson, that this informational meeting be tabled
until Tuesday the 26th at 8 o'clock. Motion carried unanimously.
FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS/NORTHWEST AREA STREETS
Mr. Schumacher reviewed the final plans and specifications with the Council, noting
that some cuts will be made on Blackfoot and 174th Lane, which is agreeable to the
residents in that area. The proposal is to end the blacktop on Blackfoot at the
south property line on the east side of the road. Council had some question if that
was Mr. Alberg's property; that will be researched further. The blacktop will go
approximately 75 feet into the property on the west side of the street.
Mr. Schumacher also noted that overland drainage easements will be required. They
are also meeting with the Park Commission Thursday relative to regrading the park
area to contain all storm water runoff within the park area and off private property.
They have also been in contact with the Corps of Engineers regarding the storm sewer
outlet on 172nd and Blackfoot. When the existing outlet was put in, a permit was not
required. The Corps is now stating that a permit will be necessary to construct the
storm sewer outlet at that point, which takes 90 to 120 days to receive. Therefore,
it is TKDA's recommendation that the construction temporarily connect into the existing
culverts before the bank, for now running the water out the existing outlet until
such time that the permit is approved for the storm sewer outlet. Then they would
have to come back and construct the drop, manhole, and outlet. Mr. Davidson went on
to explain they will bid the jOb as if it were to go out to the river. If
the Corps refuses the outlet, the City has the existing one. If the permit is granted,
the specifications indicate that the blacktopping is to be done this year but the
clean-up work to be done by July 1, 1981. So they would be able to return to put
in the deeper manhole and outlet to the river in the spring.
Mr. Schumacher then reviewed the plans and specs with several interested residents
in the back of the room. Action was postponed until later in the meeting.
SOUTHWEST AREA - 139TH AVENUE
Attorney Hawkins reviewed his August 11, 1980, letter relative to the 139th Avenue
NW Street Vacation, noting that it would appear that upon vacation of the street, the
title would go to those parcels lying along the southerly right of way.
Terr1 Nugent, 13857 Underclift - was not too much in favor of abandoning the street
maln y because lt leaves him with a 170-foot driveway and he could not exit any other
way than Underc1ift. Since he has talked with Mr. Schumacher, he has decided that if
the road is not going to be paved, he would prefer abandonment.
Council discussion was that if the street remains or is paved as a half street, more
than likely it would be widened when the property to the north develops; and because
the City does not allow double-frontage lots, in all likelihood the future houses on
the north side of 139th would be required to face 139th as well.
Regular City Council Meeting
August 19, 1980 - Minutes
Page 5
(Southwest Area - 139th Avenue, Continued)
Joe Caskinette - stated he didn't want to see the row of oak trees along 139th cut
down and preferred the City vacate the road or blacktop it as a half street. He
didn't want to see a dirt street while the rest of the roads are paved because of
the dust problem and bike problems.
Mr. Nugent - stated that his original idea was to blacktop at least up to his driveway;
however, he didn't think there was enough room on his property to provide a place for
a turnaround.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Peach, to authorize the City Attorney to prepare
the necessary documents for the abandonment of the 139th Avenue and to hold the
necessary meetings required to do so.
Councilman Peach and Jacobson WITHDREW the Second and the Motion.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Peach, that we send the question of l39th to the
p & Z for them to hold a public hearing, with the feeling of the Council for vacation,
and concurrently to have the Attorney prepare the necessary documents that would be
necessary to legally vacate such street. DISCUSSION: Mr. Nugent stated his only
problem with the vacation is the length of his driveway. He'd rather see it vacated
to leaving it a dirt road, and he doesn't want to see the trees go. He would prefer
to have the entire street blacktopped as a half street. Council noted if the street
is blacktopped as a half street, the question of the development to the north needs
to be addressed, as there would either be double-frontage lots or they would have to
face the street. Mr. Davidson stated that with the vacation, the City would still
want to reserve the utility easement for sewer and water. Mr. Hawkins stated that
the P & Z does not have to review the vacation, but a public hearing needs to be held.
Councilman Jacobson then CHANGED THE MOTION: To take out the authority for the
Attorney to draft the legal documents and keep everything else in. Sêcond still stands.
Motion carried unanimously.
AWARD CONTRACT - SEALCOATING
MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Jacobson, adopt the following Resolution accepting bids
and contract for certain streets in the City of Andover, as presented, for a bid
price of $21,541.50 of G & L Sea1coating, Inc., sea1coating the following blacktop
streets: in the Northwoods Addition, Northwoods Second Addition, and Red Oaks All
Additions. (See Resolution R97-80) Motion carried unanimously.
FLOOD PLAIN ORDINANCE
MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Ortte1, to table this until September 2. Motion carried
unanlmously.
FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS/NORTHWEST AREA STREETS, Continued
Dave Hahn - felt that the cut made in the street puts the road below his driveway,
WhlCh lS fine. He also felt that the delay in obtaining permits for the storm
sewer would be a nuisance, but unavoidable.
Dave Gap, 174th and Blackfoot - asked if it has been determined how it will be assessed
yet. Mayor Windschitl explained that will be determined at the assessment hearing.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Orttel, that we accept final plans and specifications
for the Northwest Area street and storm sewer project and authorize the City Clerk to
advertise for public bids. (See Resolution R98-80) Motion carried unanimously.
(Bids to be opened on September 12 and considered at the September 16 Council meeting.)
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August 19, 1980 - Minutes
Page 6
DNR PERMIT - WARNEKA
P & Z Chairman d'Arcy Bose11 reviewed the July 29, 1980, Commission recommendation
for approval of the DNR permit for Lee Warneka. Mayor Windschit1 asked what Mr.
Warneka thought his chances were for DNR approval, feeling that if one request is
approved, there is nothing to turn down other simi1iar-type requests along the area.
Lee Warneka, 14791 Blackfoot Street NW - related his experience so far with the DNR
ìñ that he has had people from Anoka Soil Division, Wildlife Division of the DNR,
Hydrologist from the DNR, Army Corps of Engineers, and is waiting for Pollution
Control on his property. Wildlife has the greatest amount of control along with the
Army Corps of Engineers, which is the Federal Government, and the Wildlife Division
likes cattails. So he felt his chances of getting the permit are zero. But he is
anxious to see the City forward comments so that the DNR can complete the process.
Round Lake has about a 300-foot cattail fringe all the way around it. He thought it
would be a great advantage to the City and the people living in that area if there
was some removal of the cattail fringe, as it is now totally inaccessible.
Peter Rauen, 4110 147th - is in favor of the permit.
Councilman Lachinski had difficulty with the P & Z's comment that the relationship of
the proposed project is consistent with plans for the affected water and related
lands. There have been discussions that the Park Board intends to apply for a grant
in that area to keep that a wildlife area, and he felt that the two were conflicting.
Mr. Warneka - stated that cattails does not necessarily condone wildlife. As a
matter of fact, ducks will not habitate within the cattails, and there are other types
of wild life. And this may increase other types of wildlife.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Ortte1, that we authorize the City Clerk to draft a
letter for the Mayor's signature, such letter to be sent to the DNR indicating that
the City Council, City of Andover, has no objections to the issuance of a permit to
Mr. Lee Warneka to dredge in Round Lake.
VOTE ON MOTION: YES-Jacobson. Ortte1; NO-Lachinski, Peach, Windschit1
Motion failed.
Mr. Warneka - requested that the application be forwarded to the DNR with whatever
comments the City has, whether they be for or against it. He asked what is the City's
intention with the application at this point. Mr. Hawkins stated it is his opinion
that the City does have some control and can deny the permit, as the ordinances
require DNR and Township approval. The City as the right to deny it even if the
DNR approves it.
Councilman Lachinski stated that he doesn't agree that the relationship of the proposed
project is consistent with plans for the affected water and r1e1ated lands. Council-
man Peach stated one of the problems is we are trying to make a decision when. we
don't have enough information. The procedure is backwards. He wouldn't be opposed to
hearing this again after the DNR has made their comments and recommendations. Mayor
Windschit1 a9reed that the City is trying to judge something that it doesn't have the
expertise to judge. He recommended sending it onto the DNR for their professional
comments as to the affect of the project. His concern is that this then has the
potential of being done all the way around the lake.
Mr. Warneka - stated that the State of Minnesota does allow for use of State waters
by allowlng removal of a 40-foot deep, 15-foot wide area to open water. The wetlands
belong to the Army Corps of Engineers, the Federal Government; but the lake itself
belongs to the State of Minnesota. He asked the Council act responsibly and make
their comments to the DNR. Also, there has been some filling in that area behind his
house, and it may be that the Federal Government will require him to remove that
fill, which is dredging.
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August 19, 1980 - Minutes
Page 7
(DNR Permit - Warneka, Continued)
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Peach, that we direct the City Clerk to forward the
permlt application for Mr. Warneka to the DNR with the notification that the permit
by the City was not approved because the proposed project is inconsistent with the
plans for the affected water and related lands and that we are unaware of what impact
the dredging would cause in the area.
VOTE ON t10TION: YES-Lachinski, Windschit1, Peach; NO-Jacobson, Ortte1
Motion carried.
SPECIAL USE PERMIT - FEARON
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Ortte1, a Resolution approving the Special Use Permit
request of Renee Fearon to have a home beauty shop, as presented. (See Resolution
R99-80) Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL USE PERMIT - CONSTANCE CHURCH
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Lachinski, a Resolution approving the Special Use
Permit application of the Constance Free Church to enlarge the existing facility,
after the third WHEREAS, the third line "opposition to the height and overhang"
(See Resolution R100-80) Motion carried unanimously.
LOT SPLIT - KLADTKE
Mr. Hawkins advised that the ordinance reads park dedication for each additional
lot created, and in this case one additional lot is being created.
MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Lachinski, entering a Resolution approving the Lot
Split request of Roger K1adtke for Plat 65909, Parcel 2425, with the change that the
park dedication fee be $100, otherwise as presented by the City Clerk. (See
Resolution R101-80) Motion carried unanimously.
Recess at 9:30; reconvene at 9:45 p.m.
CONDEMNATION - EASEMENTS - 1980-1 PROJECT
Mr. Hawkins stated that an easement is needed for drainage overi~r. Roger Schara's
property. Approximately 30 feet wide is needed from the street down to the County
drainage ditch. Using the formula being used for other easement acquisitions, he
originally proposed $142 for the easement of approximately 4,000 square feet. Mr.
Schara has retained an attorney and asked that the property be appraised, that some
trees can potentially be affected. They are allowed up to $300 appraiser's fee, so
they then proposed settling for $500. The permanent easement for storm drainage
does provide the right for the City to remove trees if necessary.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Ortte1, that we authorize payment of $500 to Ronald
and Deni se Schara for easement purposes for the 1980-1 project, permanent easement gi vi ng
us the right to remove the trees.
VOTE ON MOTION: YES-Lachinski, Ortte1, Windschit1; NO-Jacobson, Peach
Motion carried.
SEWER PERMIT/SOUTHWEST AREA
Mayor Windschit1 informed the Council of the problems the City has had in obtaining
approval from the Metropolitan Council for the extension of the sanitary sewer facilities
in the Southwest Area project. Mr. Davidson stated that they did file for the permit
even prior to having the final plans and specs for the project completed, which is the
normal procedure. The Metropolitan Waste Control Commission had approved it and were
Regular City Council Meeting
August 19, 1980 - Minutes
Page 8
(Sewer Permit/SW Area, Continued)
pleased with the changes made to service the Auditor's Sub. 82 area. The Metropolitan
Council was reluctant to give approval because of the confusion over the City's
Comprehensive Development Plan being submitted to them after the July 1 deadline,
but which the City was given verbal approval byaMetro Council staff member to do.
Mr. Davidson also stated that thanks to the Mayor and Representative John Weaver,
who gave the political push that was needed, the problem has been resolved.
Mayor Windschitl stated that it took some explaining to them about the changes made;
however, thanks to the work of the Clerk, the Engineers, etc., the problem has been
resolved and the indications are the permit will be approved without any further
problems. Mayor Windschit1 felt that the important thing for the City to be doing
is to be submitting City decisions to the Metropolitan Council so their records are
always up to date.
ORDINANCE NO. 10 AMENDMENT (Plats)
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Ortte1, approving Ordinance No. 10F, an ordinance
amending Ordinance No. 10, effective February 15, 1972, an Ordinance known as the
Subdivision and Platting Ordinance of the City of Andover, with the correct spelling
of "within" under (j), as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
FINAL PLAT/NORTHGLEN
Mr. Hawkins stated that the Development Contact with Good Value Homes has been negotiated.
Mr. Voth then stated that the contract has already been executed, notorized, and is
at City Ha 11.
Council discussion was that the plat does meet the average lot requirement of 13,000
square feet; that the balance of the parkland dedication was accepted by the City as
the well site area; that the entire area of Lot 33 shown on the plat will be deeded
to the City by a Quit Claim deed from Good Value Homes to be used for drainage purposes
and for the well and pumphouse site; and that 15 percent of $761,000 will be deposited
with the City by Good Value Homes to be held in escrow.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Peach, introducing a motion approving the Final Plat
of Northglen as being developed by Good Value Homes as presented in written form
before the Council this evening. (See Resolution R102-80) r~otion carried unanimously.
TEMPORARY ON-SALE PERMIT (Weaver Fund Raising)
MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Lachinski, approval of the Temporary On-Sale Non-
lntoxicating Malt Liquor License permit for the Weaver Function at the McLaughlin
residence on Bunker Lake Boulevard including a fee of $10, August 22, 1980.
VOTE ON MOTION: Lachinski, Ortte1, Peach, Windschitl; NO-Jacobson
Motion carried.
APPOINT ELECTION JUDGES AND ESTABLISH VOTING PRECINCTS
r10TION by Lachinski, Seconded by Orttel, entering a Resolution appointing Judges for
the Primary Election to be held on Tuesday, September 9, 1980, in the City of Andover,
as presented. (See Resolution R103-80) Motion carried unanimously.
WELL NO.1
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Ortte1, acknowledging the bids for contract award,
Municipal Well No.1, Andover, Minnesota, Commission No. 7375, acknowledging the bid
of E. H. Renner for $72,100; Keys in the amount of $81,925; Layne Minnesota in the
amount of $84,225; Bergerson-Caswell in the amount of $92,650; and award the bid to
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(Well No.1, Continued)
Motion by Lachinski, Seconded by Ortte1, Continued
E. H. Renner for the amount of $72,100; and direct the Clerk to return the bid
deposits to all of the contractors except the top two bidders, Renner and Keys.
(See Resolution R104-80) Motion carried unanimously)
PUBLIC WORKS INTERVIEWS
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Orttel, that we interview for Public Works person on
August 26. DISCUSSION was on the time schedule of the August 26 meeting and that
there is only one applicant that has the Class B license.
Councilmen Ortte1 and Lachinski WITHDREW the Second and the Motion. Council generally
agreed to consider hiring the applicant at the August 26 meeting and that the applicant
be asked to be present at approximately 9 o'clock that evening.
MINING PERMIT
Mr. Winner explained that the County has taken borrow, between 10,000 and 20,000
yards, from Slyzyk's property. Three-fourths was done before the City was aware of
it. The County has stated they would provide a final grading plan for the borrow
that was taken. He asked if the Council desire to have the County come in for an
after-the-fact mining permit. Council discussed the matter and agreed to take no
action.
CONTRACT EXTENSION - 1980-1 PROJECT
Mayor Windschit1 stated that there are àome ~u~stions being asked by the residents
about the project. The Engineers were. lrec e 0 look into the following areas of
concern: The contract is apparently telling the people that there will be one inch
of asphalt in the driveways. (Mr. Schumacher stated that the specifications call
for 1 1/2 inches.) Some of the people who didn't have water before now have water in
their yards after the roads have been put in. There is a question of whether the
Class 5 met specifications. Mayor Windschit1 explained that apparently the gravel
did not meet specifications in the Coon Rapids jOb being done concurrently by the same
company and additional rock was brought in. TKDA Engineers indicated that a gradation
test was done on the gravel prior to laying the blacktop; however, they did not have
the results with them this evening. The Engineers will report back on the matter.
Councilman Ortte1 also stated that there is a bad drainage problem on 135th and Crooked
Lake Boulevard, as the street was flooded during the last rain.
Mr. Winner stated that the contractors are now requesting an extension of time on the
contract due to unfavorable weather conditions and due to the lack of an easement
agreement. No action was taken by the Council.
DISPLACED PROPERTY MARKER
Mr. Winner stated that Wayne Koeplin has stated that his property marker was buried
during the construction of Prairie Road. r1r. Winner stated he found one of the
property markers to the north, although he believed it was placed there by the surveyor
doing the survey on the property to the north. The Clerk stated that the City's
records do not indicate whether a marker has been taken out during the project. She
felt that some policy should be set, as they get 7 to 10 requests a year to have
property markers replaced. Council felt that Mr. Koep1in should first verify by
certificate of survey that the property was surveyed prior to the City taking any
further action.
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Regular City Council Meeting
August 19, 1980 - Minutes
Page 10
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION REPORT
Chairman Bose11 stated she has received approximately 6 proposal bids to update the
zoning ordinances to match the Comprehensive Development Plan. Council agreed that
the Commission should review the proposals and select two firms for Council
consideration.
Chairman Bose11 also made the recommendation that along with the Planning Commission,
there be a representative of the Council and of the City Staff involved in the up-
dating of the zoning ordinances.
VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT/PUBLIC SERVICES BUILDING COMMITTEE
Mr. Hawkins reviewed his August 11, 1980, letter regarding his review of the specifica-
tions and the problem concerning the construction of the well to serve the public
works building, feeling that due to the geological conditions, any further costs
incurred by the contractor to meet the 200 gpm rate would have to be borne by the City.
Council discussed the problem, questioning whether the well pump itself has been
damaged as a result of the sand that was pumped through it and that it is presently
pumping at 150 gpm and possibly up to 170 gpm.
Councilman Peach stated that Bloomberg has been given a list of work that needs to be
completed on the building prior to the warranty. Of that list, 2 have been done
and 3 haven't. He, along with the Fire Department and Public Works, went over the
building again last week and added about 5 more items to the list that will be sent
to Bloomberg.
At this point, Chief Palmer stated he would prefer to settle for the 150 gpm well
rather than spend a lot of money on it, even though there isn't enough water flow at
that rate. The Department will have to compensate by eventually setting up some
storage tank. The ~1ayor suggested a filter system on top of the pump; however, it was
noted the problem with that is that the sand is still going through the well pump.
MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Peach, that we accept the well as modified at the
Public Services Building at no additional costs to the City. Motion carried unanimously.
CONDEMNATION - EASEMENTS (Southwest Area)
Mr. Winner asked the Council to consider a blanket condemnation for those easements
that will be needed in the Southwest Area in the event ,that they are unable to negotiate
settlements. Council asked that prior to taking action, the easements be specified
with a recommendation of those that are anticipated will be a problem with negotiation.
Mr. Schumacher stated he will have this prepared for the meeting on the 26th.
JUNKYARD LICENSES
Council discussed the 8/19/80 checklist relative to compliance tö the ordinanc~,by_
the various junkyards. Mr. Hawkins stated that if a junkyard discontinues operation
for a period of one year, they would be declared nonconforming uses and according to
the ordinances would no longer be allowed as a use in the City.
Discussion was that the only yard that meets all the requirements is Comnercia1 Auto
Parts at 13576 Jay Street; however, it was noted that the question of trees, shrubbery,
etc., for screening is not addressed on the checklist.
MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Jacobson, approval of Junkyard License for Commercial
Auto Parts by Miste1ske until December 30, 1981. DISCUSSION: Councilman Lachinski
felt it is important that trees be planted in front of the junkyards to provide
screening. That should also be on the checklist. Mr. Hawkins suggested the ordinance
be changed to get some specific standards for such screening. Motion carried unanimously.
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August 19, 1980 - Minutes
Page 11
(Junkyard Licenses, Continued)
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Peach, to refer the consideration of requiring a
11ving fence with specifics to insure functional screening of the junkyards. Motion
carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
July 29, 1980:
Page 6, second paragraph, last sentence, change to: ...a person could work his
regular job but withdraw his pension funds as being disabled from the
Fire Department...
August 5, 1980: Correct as written.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Jacobson, that we approve the Minutes of August 5,
1980. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Ortte1, that we approve the Minutes of July 29 as
amended.
VOTE ON MOTION: YES-Lachinski, Ortte1, Peach, Windschit1; PRESENT-Jacobson
Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
Discussion was on the $700 charge by Springsted, Inc., to develop the Industrial
Revenue Bond policy for the City. It was the Attorney's opinion that it is a policy
of the City and that it should not be charged in total back to those two applicants
(Boeh1and and Rademacher) of the IRBs.
MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Ortte1, that we approve Claims numbered 3321 through
3346, excluding 3326 which is void, for a total of $11,634.14; and Improvement Claims
for 75-2, number 139; 75-2, number 140; 80-1, number 376; and 79-2, number 377, for
total of $219,985.92. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Peach, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 11:23 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Mar ~l1a A. Peach
Recording Secretary
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