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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC March 3, 1981 ~ 01 ANDOVER REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - MARCH 3, 1981 AGENDA 1. Call to Order - 7:30 P.M. 2. Resident Forum 3. Agenda Approval 4. Public Hearing - Wetlands Designations 5. Discussion/Representative John Weaver 6. Discussion Items a. Accept Feasibility Report/Set Public Hearing 1) White Oaks County Estates 1981-1 2) Unit/Front Footage Assessment Policy b. Approval Resident Letters/1979-2, 1980-1, 1980-2 c. Preliminary Review/Oakwood Estates d. Water Meter Ordinance e. Green Acres/Traffic Report f. Ag Preserve District g. Water Meter Quotations/Funding h. Watershed District Resolution 7. Non-Discussion Items a. Community/Summer School Report b. Date/Sewer Trunk('Charges /Metro Council MUSA Changes 8. Reports of Commissions, Committees, Boards g. Approval of C1 aims .... 10. r Approval of Minutes 11. Adjournment - - -. - -~ ~ 01 ANDOVER REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - MARCH 3, 1981 r'II NUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Jerry Windschitl on March 3, 1981, 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; City Engineer, Larry Winner; City Clerk, P. K. Lindquist; and others AGENDA APPROVAL Council noted that the material for most of the Agenda items for this meeting had not been prepared for the Council by the City Engineer, Mr. Winner. MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Jacobson, that the Agenda be approved as published with the deletion of 6a, b, c, d, and e, and the addition of 7b, Date for the Sewer Trunk Charges/Metro Council MUSA Changes. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Lachinski, suspension of the rules. Motion carried unanlmously. PUBLIC HEARING - WETLANDS DESIGNATIONS Bob Hutchinson, representing Anoka County, addressed the Wetlands Designation law enacted by the State Legislature, noting that this is not a County program, that the mapping was done based on the existing law. Mr. Hutchinson then gave a brief background of the DNR administered public waters program and the recent legislative actions to provide a more objective definition of public waters and wetlands. That Act also provided that the DNR inventory and map the wetlands on a county basis, submitting that map to the county for its review and correction of errors within 90 days. In Anoka County the DNR identified 695 public waters. The County held four public meetings during the review period and found several extensive errors with the DNR map in terms of location, size, and distorted shapes. The County received an extension until June 1, 1981, to complete the review and comment, which is where they are now. They have used data available and applied it to remap the public waters and wetlands on a city by city basis. Mr. Hutchinson then reviewed the City of Andover map prepared by the County of those public waters and wetlands which were applicable under the law, those types 3, 4, and 5 wetlands of 2~ acres or greater. County or judicial ditch areas were calculated based on the vegetation shown on the aerial photos done in 1977. The County feels it can support all the changes they are suggesting and feels that the maps are now accurate to within 100 feet. At this point, the County is suggesting three recommenda- tions to the DNR: 1) that the mapping be done on an individual community basis on a scale of 1 to 1000 which is much more accurate; 2) that road right of ways be deleted from any delineation; and 3) that the minimum amount of correction to the DNR map be in the line of what the County is submitting. The purpose of this meeting is to have individual property owners review the maps and identify those areas in question, after which the County will view the property. Mr. Hutchinson also explained that when the mappings are submitted to the Commissioner of Natural Resources on June 1, the Commissioner has 30 days to review the recommenda- tions and act on them. At that point he has to publish the map in three newspapers with general circulation in the County. That will start another 90-day time period in which individuals who feel there is still some error in the maps can petition a hearing ~ -- Regular City Council Meeting March 3, 1981 - Minutes Page 2 (Public Hearing - Wetlands Designations, Continued) before a three-member panel, one person appointed by the Commissioner of Natural Resources, one person appointed by the County Board, and the third person appointed by the other two members from the Board of the County's Soil and Water Conservation District. Mr. Hutchinson also reported that the process the DNR has been taking is that of litigating those decisions of the Appeals Board which are not in favor of the DNR. He also reviewed several of the bills being introduced in the current legislative session relative to the public waters/wetlands issue. Should any bills be passed and signed by the Governor before June 1, it is the County's intent to apply them to what would be recommended to the DNR. The County is also planning to notify the cities and those individuals on their mailing list to advise them on the date the maps are published. Presently no additional meetings are being p1anned,but he is willing to talk with individual property owners affected and would be willing to hold additional informational hearings after the maps have been published if there is a demand to do so. Mayor Windschit1 asked if the wetlands cross a road or public right of way, does it give the public the right to, in effect, tresspass legally across property that someone else is paying taxes on. Mr. Hutchinson stated that from talking with the DNR and County Attorneys, it is his understanding that there can be public access to public waters. With respect to wetlands, though it is difficult to determine, it is generally thought if the public can get on the surface of the water legally, they can travel on it as long as they don't touch the bottom. Mayor Windschitl then asked if someone from the County could draft a bill that would prevent people from going on private property because of this public waters act. He also stated that this map is a definite improvement over the map submitted by the DNR. Ann Sikora, 11 177th Avenue NW - asked whether the property owner has an option of partlcipatlng ln thlS. (No) She felt there is no benefit to the farmer and that it is unjust that they pay taxes on the property for years and now have to have the property controlled by the DNR with their having no rights to it. She didn't feel more government control was needed. It's so easy to make laws, but it takes forever to repeal them. Mr. Hutchinson explained that the law has been in effect for many years, but it is now a matter of delineating it so people are aware that it exists. There is a separate law dealing with tax credit for wetlands where the property owner has an option of participating. (?) - asked if they have to pay taxes on it but have nothing to say as to the use of it. Nobody would even by it. Mr. Hutchinson stated if it qualifies under the she_wouldn't have to pay taxes on it. (?) - asked if the DNR has to buy the land. Mr. Hutchinson stated there are several provisions in the law that deal with draining the wetland to farm it and the DNR options at that point. If there are trees in the wetland, it shouldn't be included under this law. He also explained that the law is an unpopular one, but he would do the best he can to argue the case to meet the letter of the law. Rosella Sonstebf - stated that this law was passed in 1976 by the Democrats. The prevlous law on y included lakes and rivers, not wetlands. Mr. Hutchinson disagreed, stating that wetland were included previously, but the new law specifically added wetlands so it was clear and specified the type to be included now. , Ms. Sikora - has sold 30 acres, but a road would have to be built over lowland to get to the hlgh acreage behind. She asked if the owner would now be able to put a road in. Mr. Hutchinson stated that the law is now being enforced and the owner would have to apply for a permit from the DNR if the land qualifies under the definition of wet 1 and under. the 1 aw. It was noted that a section of the western portion of the City is not included in the County's map. Mr. Hutchinson stated he would send a copy of that portion of the map to the City. - -- Regular City Council Meeting March 3, 1981 - Minutes Page 3 (Public Hearing - Wetlands Designations, Continued) Council discussion was on the map. Council asked Mr. Hutchinson to review the following areas: 1) Section 14, southwest corner, a designation is being shown as wetland; however, there is an existing power line easement and the City is purchasing right of way easements for the extension of Hanson Boulevard. 2) East of the railroad tracks, wetland~ area shown as 433W, Sycamore Street is an existing easement and street. 3) Along 138th Avenue, wetland shown as 615W, Bunker Lake Estates is an existing mu1ti-p1ex unit. Mr. Hutchinson stated that should the DNR modify the maps presented by the County, the July 1 date by which the Commissioner of Natural Resources must publish the maps is an important date to remember. If the County knows of some substantial change by the DNR, they will try to let those affected know. The County has no assurances the DNR will accept their proposal. Council generally agreed that the City's map should be sent to the DNR at the same time the County submits those of the other communities. (1) - was concerned that individual property owners were not notified of this law and felt a lot of people involved are not aware of it. Mr. Hutchinson stated that that is a problem a number of people have commented on, noting that bills on that matter are being introduced into the legislature. DISCUSSION/REPRESENTATIVE JOHN WEAVER Representative Weaver distrubted data to the Council relative to the wetlands designations issue. He then reviewed the status of the public waters/wetlands inventories, outlined the process that has occurred to date relative to the 1979 law authorizing the in- ventories of the public waters and wetlands in each county in Minnesota, and reviewed the requirements of the law and the events which have taken place in Anoka County and in those counties in southwestern Minnesota who have already completed the process. He also noted that in 27 counties in southwestern Minnesota where the process has gone back to the DNR as the last step, there are now 839 farmers defending themselves in the courts against DNR action. It was Mr. Weaver's opinion that this is a bad law, and it denies property rights of people. Representative Weaver also explained that the process in Minnesota has become so critical that a group of legislators have sent a letter to all County Commissioners suggesting that one of the remedies might be to declare a moratorium in the process, mostly to stop the DNR from throwing all these properties into the courts, until after the legislature has had an opportunity to address it. Since then, 34 counties have presented certified resolutions asking that the process be stopped; and tomorrow he and other legislators are going to meet with the Governor asking to take action to stop the process until there is an opportunity to make some changes in the law. Representative Weaver then reviewed several of the proposed changes in the law, including requiring notification of property owners affected, placing the burden of proof on the DNR to prove that there will be a detrimental environmental impact if a particular piece of property is not included in the inventory, giving the counties the right to withdraw the initial permitting authority from the DNR if the counties choose to do so, and that the three-member Appeals Board be the end of the line for the DNR so the DNR would not be able to take property owners into litigation. These bills will be heard before the Environmental Natural Resources Committee on March 12. Mayor Windschit1 again expressed his concern over the effects of the bill of allowing tresspassing on private property, hoping a bill could be introduced providing for the right of privacy on the property taxes are paid on. Representative Weaver agreed that the law denies the property owner of any riparian rights and felt that there will be the desire to cross private property to get on public waters within that private property. Regular City Council Meeting March 3, 1981 - Minutes Page 4 (Discussion/Representative John Weaver, Continued) Representative Weaver also stated that he has taken the liberty of informing other legislators of the hazardous waste situation in Andover and of the urgency of solving the problem. Around March 12 a Minnesota Superfund Bill will be brought into Committee; and if it is successful, the Andover site would be the top priority. It is now known that there will be no funds available from the Congressional Superfund monies for Andover. Representative Munger has indicated he wants to bring the Environmental Natural Resources Committee to visit the site, and Representative Weaver asked that Andover officials be present as well if possible. Mayor Windschit1 indicated most would be present if possible. He also noted the City's concern over the hazardous waste pit at the landfill. The Clerk was directed to provide Representative Weaver with a copy of the Barr Engineering report done for the County relative to that waste pit and the landfill site. Representative Weaver thanked the Council for their time this evening. DISCUSSION/LANDFILL Mayor Windschitl stated the City has sent resolutions to the County asking that the landfill be terminated, and he asked if the County is going to react to the City's requests. He also reviewed some of the City's concerns over the operation there, especially relative to the termination and security deposits. Mr. Hutchinson stated that the license renewal comes up before the Committee the third Thursday in May. He thought the license for 1980 had been issued last June with some conditions. Mr. Hutchinson was not in dispute over the low security. But he explained that the south and west slopes of the landfill received terminal application in compliance, and it was seeded; however, it did not take root and there was some erosion. So there may be some repair work necessary. When working on the top, they cut into the slope some, and there will have to be some repair work where they made the tie-in. There was a condition of the license that the easterly one-quarter get the terminal cover application. That was done, but the seeding was not done. That is expected to be done this spring. Also, they are now reaching final elevation to begin terminal cover on the top, which is to be done roughly six weeks behind. So the areas not finished are small. Mr. Hutchinson also explained that they are the only place in the state which closes landfills on windy days if litter can't be controlled or equipment isn't operating to cover, etc.; so his office has been trying to not be lenient. He estimated that by this fall the main fill area would be finished and better than 2/3 of the top will have received terminal cover. Mr. Hutchinson then met with individuals in the adjoining room relative to the public waters/wetlands designation. AG PRESERVE DISTRICT Discussion was on the effects of having such a district in the City, noting the only improvements that would be waived would be sanitary sewer and water. Council therefore questioned if such a designation would be necessary in the rural area of the city. It was also understood that in Anoka County it will not have an effect on the taxes. Councilman Lachinski indicated he didn't see any advantage to the City by participating in the Act, and it appears there is a lot of bureaucracy involved. The type of property that would qualify for Ag is not the property the City would assess anyway. Councilman Peach stated it would provide a legal grounds for assuring that development would not occur on that particular area. Discussion was also on the effects of the Act for such land designated within the urban service area, of the qualifications the land must meet, and that either initiating an Regular City Council Meeting March 3, 1981 - Minutes Page 5 (Ag Preserve District, Continued) ag preserve district or excluding it would simply require an amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan. Some on the Council felt a further in-depth look at the bill should be made; and if it is felt the City wants to participate in the Act, then have the necessary ordinances drafted. MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Peach, that we submit the Ag Preserve question to the Planning and Zoning Commission for their analysis and development of an ordinance if that is their recommendation. VOTE ON MOTION: YES-Ortte1, Peach, Windschit1; NO-Jacobson, Lachinski Motion carried. Councilman Lachinski stated he didn't see where it is any benefit whatsoever for the City. And as far as the residents, if they are farming the property, there doesn't appear to be any tax benefit. All it really appears is that the City ends up with a lot of paperwork and bureaucracy to go through without any real significant benefit to anyone. Mayor Windschit1 felt that those interested in applying for this should clearly understand that there can be only one house per 40-acre parcel. Planning Commission Chairman d'Arcy Bose11 also noted that it ties up the land for a minimum of eight years, probably more. Later in the meeting Attorney Hawkins reviewed the Act and found nothing that would prohibit an owner from making application for the ag preserve and renting the land as long as it is used for agricultural and can meet the definitions. WATER METER QUOTATIONS/FUNDING Mr. Winner stated he received two quotations for water meters, from Rockwell and from Neptune. The quotation for Badger meters hasn't come in yet. Bob Polston, Davis Water Equipment Company, submitting the bid for Neptune water meters -- addressed the Council relative to the two types of water meters they now have. He explained that the old type is an electromechanical remote system that transmits a pulse at a predetermined gallonage to an outside unit. But throughout the industry, there is a 10 to 15 percent failure rate because of the nature of the design of that equipment. They have developed the ARB system, Automatic Reading and Billing, which allows the register to be interrogated electronically either with a manual reading device or transferred onto magnetic tape, which can then be put into a computer for billing. Because the City is starting a new metering system, he felt it would be beneficial to consider employing this type of system because of its greater _ accuracy and time saved from computer and reading standpoint. The old electromagnetic unit costs $40.29 per unit, and the new unit is $49.95; however, he felt the difference in price is justifiable, estimating that with the increased accuracy and efficiency, the increased price of the new unit could pay for itself in 6~ years. Mr. Polson also demonstrated the use of the manual reader with the ARB system, noting that the cost of the manual reader is $360. He stated that there are many service bureaus that do billings on a contract basis. The ARB systems are installed in Fairmont, MN, and DeMoine, IA; and Big Lake is considering the system. But the reason there are no more in Minnesota is because all the other cities are committed to using the electromechanical system, and the costs for changing is quite expensive. Mr. Polson also stated that should the City consider the card system of billing, it wouldn't require reading the meters more than once a year. The next step is reading by telephone, which is being done in several pilot projects throughout the U.S.; and with the ARB system, the only thing necessary would be the addition of a coupler from the telephone company at some future date. Regular City Council Meeting March 3, 1981 - Minutes Page 6 (Water Meter Quotations/Funding, Continued) Oiscussion with Mr. Polson and staff members. Frenchie Stone, Dave Almgren, and Ray Sowada was on the advantages and disadvantages of both systems of water meters. Staff members generally expressed opposition to the ARB system because of the additional expense, because the electromechanical system has been a proven system, because there is generally a lot of difficulty with the outside readers, and expressing concern that not that much is known about the ARB system nor is it that widely used presently. Mr. Polson stated they had no maintenance problems with the equipment itself, and it carries a 10-year warranty. They stock the electromechanical systems, but a 30- to 45- day lead-time is needed for the ARB system. Also, the only thing that would need to be repaired is the measuring chamber or bottom cap. The cost of the cap is approxi- mately $2.50, and the measuring chamber is $9. The chamber carries a 15-year warranty, even against freezing. There are no moving parts in the remote; it has the gears that drive the numbers and an integrated circuit card that permits the interrogation in the ARB. Mr. Winner suggested waiting until the next meeting to make a decision, at which time the Badger quote should also be received and this information on the ARB system can be reviewed. Mr. Winner also informed the Council that the pumphouse contractor will be asking for a one-month extension on the contract, which would make the completion of the pumphouse on April 1. And TKDA is requesting a change order on the pumphouse contract for a deduct for a different pump, but there is a four- to six-week time to order this pump, which would bring it to the middle of April. Several on the Council had a favorable reaction to the use of the ARB system, but felt they did not have enough information before them this evening to make a decision. Council also expressed concern that the water system has been developing for a year, but this matter is first now coming before them, almost being forced to make a very quick decision. Should the City go with the ARB system, by waiting to March 17 to make that decision, it would be May 1 before it could be received. MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Lachinski, to table this item until the next meeting at WhlCh time the Engineer will have a report. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Polson agreed to provide Mr. Winner with the costs for data processing on the ARB unit. Recess at 9:30; reconvene at 9:50 p.m. WATERSHED DISTRICT RESOLUTION Mayor Windschitl reported he has learned that the request to the legislature is a permanent mill levy increase because the watershed felt they would not get approval for a one-time levy to cover the cost of the Study. The additional $50,000 would first be used to pay back the cities for their portion of the cost of the study, and then be used for operating expenses in the future. Ken Slyzuk, representing the Watershed Board of Managers, stated that just because the lncreased mill levy is available doesn't mean they will use the maximum levy every year. In looking at their budget, it has only been the last few years that they have levied their full limit allowed. Discussion was also on the amount each city would be asked to share in the costs of the study, with the City's concern of where it would get the money if any significant amount were involved. Ms. Lindquist and Mr. Winner had not had any meetings on the matter since the last Council meeting. Mr. Slyzuk stated that they will be meeting next Monday to interview consulting engineers to do the study. Mayor Windschit1 felt it would be extremely important to work out the formula and reach an agreement for each City's share of the study prior to signing any contract to have the study done. -~ Regular City Council Meeting March 3, 1981 - Minutes Page 7 (Watershed District Resolution, Continued) Mr. Slyzuk felt that that was the intent of the Watershed Board and that the Committee was to be working on that. If the levy increase is approved this Legislative session, they would have the money to pay back the cities in 1982. The contract also reads that the work for the study is to be done within one year. All the other cities involved have approved this Resolution. Councilman Jacobson stated the City would be paid back assuming the Legislative session approved the increase. He also asked the legality of using general funds for the Watershed study, since the watershed district does not encompass the entire City. It was Mr. Hawkins' opinion that it would be legal. Councilman Lachinski indicated he found the whole matter distasteful and felt the study would not provide that much information. However, the Resolution in question does not bind the City to anything at this point, and he understood the Watershed's position; therefore, he would be in favor of this Resolution. Councilman Peach felt this is "putting the cart before the horse," encouraging the Legislature to authorize taxation on unknowns. He felt the specifics should be known, then get the funds to do it. Councilman Ortte1 thought it was the Cìties' idea to have this study done, which is now being coordinated by the Watershed. Mr. Slyzuk didn't feel that approval of this Resolution indicates the City's approval of participating in the Study. The Resolution is an attempt to pay for the study. MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Ortte1, introducing the Resolution as presented by the Coon Creek Watershed. (See Resolution Rll-81) VOTE ON MOTION: YES-Lachinski, Ortte1, Windschit1; NO-Jacobson, Peach Motion carried. MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Lachinski, the City Council of Andover make it known to the Watershed Board they would expect that the Watershed Board not enter into any agreement with the consultant for the completion of Storm Water Drainage Study until the pro rata share of the participating cities is determined and funds are allocated by those affected cities for the payment of the Study. Motion carried unanimously. COMMUNITY SCHOOL Community School Coordinator Nancy Haåeman provided the Council with the enrollments of the Winter session and highllghte the winter program. She then addressed the summer school program, stating she is looking into having a morning playground at the Family of Christ Lutheran Church. Also, there was not good attendance at the morning play- ground in Quickstroms last summer, and she asked for ideas for another site within the City. Council suggested she consider having the morning playground in the Green Acres park. For the afternoon playground, Ms. Hageman suggested having it at Crooked Lake School three afternoons a week rather than the four done last year, and instead hold one in Quickstroms Addition. Also, she suggested the possibility of using Cedar Crest park rather than Aztec park. Council agreed with those suggestions. After discssuion, Council also agreed to offer softball during the summer program in lieu of the baseball program offered previous years in an attempt to increase participation. DATE/SEWER TRUNK CHARGES MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Orttel, that we set a date at the next regular meeting of the Council for item 7b. Motion carried unanimously. METRO COUNCIL MUSA CHANGES Council discussed the urban service area map done by TKDA for considered inclusion to the Comprehensive Development Plan. Council debated whether or not this map should be - - Regular City Council Meet,,,g March 3, 1981 - Minutes Page 8 (Metro Council MUSA Changes, Continued) included in the Plan. Several Councilmen felt the City should not be locked into developing only specifically identified properties in the urban area and that it would be too restrictive on the landowners and on the City. Ms. Lindquist stated she talked to Barb Moeller, who stated they cannot require the City to include the map. but that the Plan might appear better to the Physical Development Committee if it were included. Council then generally agreed to the concept proposed by the map but also agreed that it not be included as part of the City's Comprehensive Development Plan. Discussion was then on the staging of the trunk sewer lines through the year 1990. Ms. Lindquist stated that TKDA was planning to do that staging from the urban service map just considered using it as a guideline as to where development may occur. It was generally agreed that realistically the City would '~not require the CAB Interceptor before the year 1990 and that the Plan should reflect there would be no need for the CAB prior to 1990 because there are very few small lots in that area. When discussing the areas to be served by the extension of the Coon Rapids Interceptor, there was a question on the accuracy of the urban service area boundary on the map before the Council, and the Clerk was asked to research the motion for that change made last year. Discussion was postponed until later in the meeting. ANDOVER VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Fire Chief Bob Palmer explained the Department would like to start a reserve fire fighters group. The night positions are full and there is a waiting list, and they would like to train people before they are accepted as fire fighters. Council generally had no problem with the suggestion but noted that the Department's By-Laws would have to be amended to provide for that and brought back for Council approval. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION Chairman Bill LeFebvre asked for some direction relative to the Capital Improvements Plan. During the discussion that followed it was agreed that the CIP should be done on a 6-year basis so it could then be updated on an every-other-year basis, that priorities for park development need to be established by the Park Board, and that Councilmen Lachinski and Peach will attend the Park Board meeting this Thursday to answer questions and provide further direction. Discussion was then on investing Park Board funds to receive maximum interest on them. The Clerk stated she needs a cash flow sheet of park funds to determine how much can be invested and for what length of time. Mayor Windschit1 suggested that all park funds be invested in 30-day Treasury Bills, which would be at an interest rate considerably better than they are currently receiving. It was agreed that at the Park Board meeting this week they would make a general determination of when monies will be used and the amounts that can be invested in high-yield accounts and for what length of time. If this is not done by the Park Board, the Clerk is to invest all park funds in 30-day Treasury Bills this Friday. Discussion with Mr. LeFebvre was on the City Hall site, that the intent has always been to have park area behind the buildings, and that the site plan simply needs to be updated. Also, it is generally felt that additional park development should be in the more populated areas such as Red Oaks, Green Acres, Northwoods, etc. PRELIMINARY REVIEW/OAKWOOD ESTATES Council discussed the Fire Department's and Public Works' recommendation that 170th Lane in the plat tie into 171st Avenue NW in White Oaks Estates. Council generally agreed that that would be preferable and offered suggestions as to how that could be accomplished, such as running 171st Lane to the east end of the plat, then north to Regular City Council Meeting March 3, 1981 - Minutes Page 9 (Preliminary Review/Oakwood Estates, Continued) meet 171st Avenue, or extending 171st Avenue westerly to meet Eidelweiss Street, or angling 170th Lane northeasterly from Eidelweiss to meet 171st Avenue. Council was aware that some agreement would have to be made with the property owner to the north of this platted area in order to connect the streets. Council then directed that the Planning Commission investigate the matter further. METRO COUNCIL MUSA CHANGES, CONTINUED The Clerk reported that the MUSA boundary as shown on the Base Plan of the urban service area of the City of Andover is correct. Council noted that that is the urban service area and should not be referred to as the "expanded MUSA area", aM that the broken vertical line indicating the former easterly boundary of the MUSA should not be shown on the map. Discussion continued as to what direction TKDA should be given relative to the extension and staging of the trunk line of the Coon Rapids Interceptor. Council generally agreed to the following: extension of the trunk as Hanson Boulevard is being constructed north to the General Business limit (the bottom of the landfill area), 1982 to 1985; extension of the trunk from 140th and Crosstown to South Coon Creek Drive and Crosstown, 1982 to 1985; and extension of trunk from Hanson Boulevard easterly along Bunker Lake Boulevard to the railroad tracks, 1985 to 1989. Council had no problem with the language changes to the Comprehensive Plan as recommended and submitted to them by TKDA. APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 17, 1981: Correct as written. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Orttel, that we approve the Minutes of February 17 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS MOTION by Lachinski that we discontinue garbage pickup at the Public Services Building. Motion dies for lack of a Second. The Clerk was directed to find out how often the garbage is picked up. Discussion was then on the Johnson Engineering Claim for $24,633.21 and on the pumphouse project itse 1f. Mr. Winner explained that Johnson Engineering has all the material on site so there would be no delay in getting the material as the construction progresses. The payment to Johnson Engineering is also so they can pay their suppliers. Mr. Winner also explained the reason for the request for a different pump in the pump- house is because the characteristics needed are slightly different than what was bid. Mayor Windschitl asked Mr. Winner for all the details relative to that different pump so he can have it investigated further. Discussion was also on the question of the continued operation of the pump if the prime is lost, which Mr. Winner was directed to research further. Council also expressed concern that no. backup system has been provided nor proposed for the water system. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Peach, that we approve Checks 3857 through 3890, with Check No. 3880 being voided, in the amount of $15,644.19. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Orttel, approval of Check 449 to TKDA for $10,871.36 and Check 450 to Johnson Engineering for $24,633.21. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Orttel, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 11:56 p.m. ~~0 arc la A. Peach, Recording Secretary - - - - .,